What's New: Software Upgrades

Release Month
October
Release Day
9
Release Year
2024

Bosch ADS / ADS X Software Update Version 6.2

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Release Description

New Software Features:

Version 6.2 update includes more model year 2024 vehicle coverage and additional ADAS calibrations, with over 1,100 new special tests and system applications. Additional bug fixes and software improvements are also included.

Coverage Highlights:

  • Coverage added – DTC, Data support and Bi-directional functions
    • Buick – Envista
    • Chevrolet – Envista
    • GMC – Acadia, Sierra EV
    • Toyota – Land Cruiser
  • ADAS** – New ADAS calibration coverage
    • 2019-2024 Coverage

      • BMW – MY2022 iX
      • Buick – MY2024 Envista
      • Lincoln – MY2024 Nautilus
      • Mazda – MY2024 CX-90
      • Mercedes Benz – MY2019 A-Class
      • Toyota – MY2024 Land Cruiser, Tacoma

      ** All Dynamic ADAS calibrations are included in standard ADS Tool Subscription. Static calibrations that require ADAS targets and fixtures require additional ADAS Subscription used with ADS 625/625X.

Bug Fixes / Improvements:

  • Corrected DTC clear time out issue on a few specific Toyota ECUs
  • Corrected black screen post update
  • Instructions on how to disable Google Play Protect services as to not interfere with software updates

Release Month
September
Release Day
4
Release Year
2024

Bosch ADS / ADS X Software Update Version 6.1

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Release Description

New Software Features:

Version 6.1 update includes more model year 2024, 2023 vehicle coverage and additional ADAS calibrations, with nearly 3,500 new special tests and system applications. Additionally, 6.1 also enables ADS X tools to securely diagnose Jaguar and Land Rover models equipped with the latest DoIP (Diagnostics over Internet Protocol) technologies.

Coverage Highlights:

  • Coverage added – DTC, Data support and Bi-directional functions
    • Audi – MY2024 A3, A3 Quattro, A4 allroad, A4 Quattro, A5 Quattro, A5 Sportback, A6 allroad, A6 Quattro, A7 Sportback, A8 Quattro, e-tron GT, Q3, Q4 e-tron, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q5, Q5 PHEV, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, Q8 e-tron Sportback, RS e-tron GT, RS Q8, RS3, RS5, RS5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7 Sportback, S3, S4, S5 , S5 Sportback, S6, S6 Sportback, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, SQ8 e-tron, SQ8 e-tron Sportback
    • Jaguar *– MY2023-MY2024 E-Pace, F-Pace, F-Type, I-Pace, XF
    • Land Rover* – MY2013-MY2024 Defender 110, Defender130, Defender 90, Discovery, Discovery Sport, Range Rover, Range Rover Evoque, Lange Rover Sport, Range Rover Velar
    • Porsche – MY2024 718 Boxter, 718 Cayman, 718 Spyder, 911, Macan, Panamera, Taycan
    • Volkswagen – MY2024 Arteon, Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, Golf R, GTI, ID.4, Jetta, Taos, Tiguan
  • ADAS** – New ADAS calibration coverage
    • 2012-2024 Coverage

      • Audi – MY2024 A3, A3 Quattro, A4 allroad, A4 Quattro, A5 Quattro, A5 Sportback, A6 allroad, A6 Quattro, A7 Sportback, A8 Quattro, e-tron GT, Q3, Q4 e-tron, Q4 e-tron Sportback, Q5, Q5 PHEV, Q5 Sportback, Q7, Q8, Q8 e-tron Sportback, RS e-tron GT, RS Q8, RS3, RS5, RS5 Sportback, RS6 Avant, RS7 Sportback, S3, S4, S5 , S5 Sportback, S6, S6 Sportback, S8, SQ5, SQ5 Sportback, SQ7, SQ8, SQ8 e-tron, SQ8 e-tron Sportback
      • GMC – MY2022-2024 Hummer EV, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV
      • Infiniti - MY2024 QX80
      • Lexus - MY2024 RZ300e, RZ450e, TX350, TX500h, TX550h+
      • Porsche – MY2022-2024 Cayenne, Panamera
      • Subaru – MY2024 Solterra, WRX
      • Volkswagen – MY2024 Arteon, Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, Golf R, GTI, ID.4, Jetta, Taos, Tiguan

       

      *ADS 525X/625X only

      ** All Dynamic ADAS calibrations are included in standard ADS Tool Subscription. Static calibrations that require ADAS targets and fixtures require additional ADAS Subscription used with ADS 625/625X.

Release Month
August
Release Day
14
Release Year
2024

Bosch ADS / ADS X Software Update Version 6.0

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Release Description

New Software Features:

Version 6.0 update includes more model year 2024 coverage and ADAS calibrations with over 2,000 new special tests and system applications. Additionally, exciting new software features for ADS X tools also include:

  • All new Topology View for vehicle DTC scans
  • Perform Rapid Scans on many Asian and European brands even faster
  • Battery voltage indicator

Coverage Highlights:

  • 2018-2024 Coverage added – DTC, Data support and Bi-directional functions
    • GM – MY2024 Trax
    • Chrysler – MY2021-MY2024 Grand Caravan (Canada model)
    • Mitsubishi – MY2018-MY2024 RVR (Canada model)
  • ADAS** – New ADAS calibration coverage
    • 2018-2024 Coverage

      • GM – Coverage added for 2024MY Chevrolet Trax
      • Chrysler/Jeep – Coverage added for 2021-2024MY Chrysler Grand Caravan (Canada)
      • Mazda - Coverage added for 2022MY CX-3 (Canada)
      • Mitsubishi - Coverage added for 2018-2024MY RVR models (Canada)
      • Porsche – Coverage added for 2017-2021MY Panamera
      • Toyota – Coverage added for 2020MY Yaris (Canada)

      *ADS 525X/625X only for bi-directional functions for Hyn/Kia/Gen

      **All Dynamic ADAS calibrations are included in standard ADS Tool Subscription. Static calibrations which require ADAS targets and fixtures require additional ADAS Subscription used with ADS 625/625X.

Software Highlights:

Topology View

  • ADS X users now have an additional view of Rapid-Scan results with Topology View. Topology View offers a visual representation of vehicle controllers organized along vehicle’s bus lines, including bus name and pin
  • Quickly indicate which ECUs or areas of vehicle network not communicating
  • To access Topology View, toggle the Topology View switch from your DTC Scan view screen
    • Note: Topology View available when Rapid-Scan is selected, or all controllers are selected from DTC Scan icons; if you select individual controllers, Topology View is not available

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Battery Voltage Indicator

  • Accurate scans require proper battery voltage; Battery voltage indicator now available in Connectivity Icon Center

Software Features

Vehicle Coverage

Offering the best aftermarket coverage from the world’s leading diagnostic brand.

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Repair-Source

Included access to on-tool service and repair information.

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Rapid DTC Scan

Average pre- and post-scans below 60 seconds.

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Security Requirements

Unlock 2018 / 2019 Secure Gateway protected FCA vehicles seamlessly and within seconds. 

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