KESS3 Upgrade 2.94 – New OBD Protocol for Bosch

Posted 2026-03-5 Updated 2026-03- 5

By Khan

4~5 min read

The latest KESS3 Protocol Release expands coverage for newer-generation BMW models equipped with the Bosch ZF8HP50 TCU.

With this new OBD protocol, you can now perform direct transmission programming via OBD — no need to remove the TCU.

What’s New in Upgrade 2.94?

OBD programming support for Bosch ZF8HP50 TCU

Safe, non-invasive transmission management intervention

Work on shift strategies and software restores

Streamlined workflow for professional workshops

Technical Highlights

Connection: OBD

TCU: Bosch ZF8HP50

Production years: From 2015

Brand coverage: BMW

Supported BMW Models Include:

1 Series, 2 Series, 3 Series, 3 Series GT, 4 Series, 4 Series Gran Coupé, 5 Series, 5 Series GT, 6 Series, 7 Series, X3, X4, X5.

This update strengthens KESS3’s coverage of the ZF8HP transmission family, giving tuners and workshops more flexibility when working on BMW 2.0d, 2.0i, and 3.0i applications.

Updates

Alientech KESS3

License: