New BENCH protocol for Bosch MD1CS018: GAZ and Mahindra.
KESS3 expands support for ECUs installed on selected recent Asian diesel vehicles.
20.05.2026 – Upgrade 3.18
Thanks to BENCH mode, it is now possible to access the Bosch MD1CS018 directly without
opening the ECU, operating through a direct connection from the ECU connector.
An update designed to simplify electronic maintenance and repair operations, ensuring fast,
stable and secure access even on vehicles intended for heavy-duty and professional use.
A solution that makes the workflow more linear and reliable in daily workshop operations,
reducing operating times and improving the management of interventions on latest-generation platforms.
Technical focus
- Connection: BENCH
- ECU: Bosch MD1CS018
- Production years: from 2020
- Brands involved: GAZ, Mahindra
Supported vehicles
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GAZ Gazelle
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Mahindra Thar