What's New: Software Upgrades

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

Release Month
July
Release Day
10
Release Year
2024

Bosch ADS / ADS X Software Update Version 5.20

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Release Description

New Software Features:

Version 5.20 update includes more model year 2024 coverage and ADAS calibrations with 3,500 new special tests and system applications.

Coverage Highlights:

  • 2024 coverage added – DTC, Data support and Bi-directional functions
    • BMW – 228i Gran Coupe (F44), 228i xDrive Gran Coupe (F44), 230i (G42), 230i xDrive (G42), 330e (G20), 330e xDrive (G20), 330i (G20), 330i xDrive (G20), 430i (G22/G23), 430i Gran Coupe (G26), 430i xDrive (G22/G23), 430i xDrive Gran Coupe (G26), 740i (G70), 750e xDrive (G70), 760i xDrive (G70), 840i (G14/G15), 840i Gran Coupe (G16), 840i xDrive (G14/G15), 840i xDrive Gran Coupe (G16), Alpina B8 Gran Coupe (G16)
    • Mazda – MX5 Miata
    • Mini – Cooper (F55/F56/F57), Cooper (F56), Cooper (F56/F57), Cooper Clubman (F54), Cooper Countryman (F60)
    • Volvo – C40 Recharge, S60, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V60 Cross Country, XC40, XC40 Recharge, XC60, XC90
  • ADAS** – New ADAS calibration coverage
    • 2017-2023 Coverage
      • Genesis* – G90 (2017-2022) (HKRU subscription only
      • Mitsubishi – Outlander PHEV
      • Volvo – all remaining models
    • 2024 Coverage

      • BMW – All Models (all functions except Forward Camera)
      • Hyundai* – Palisade (HKRU subscription only)
      • Kia* – Seltos (HKRU subscription only)
      • Mazda – MX-5 Miata
      • Mini – All Models
      • Mitsubishi – Outlander PHEV
      • Subaru – Forester
      • Toyota – Grand Highlander, Tundra
      • Volvo – all models

       

      **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 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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