What's New: Software Upgrades

Release Month
October
Release Day
26
Release Year
2022

Bosch ADS / ADS X Software Update Version 5.3

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Release Description

New Software Features

Version 5.3 update introduces all new model year 2023 and more 2022 vehicle coverage and additional ADAS calibrations. 16,674 new special test and 4,179 new system applications are also included.

Coverage Highlights:

  • 2023 coverage added – DTC, Data support and Bi-directional functions
    • Audi: A3, A3 Quattro, A8 Quattro, e-tron S, e-tron S Sportback, R8, RS e-tron GT, RS3, RS5, RS5 Sportback, S3, SQ5 Sportback
    • Chrysler: 300
    • Fiat: 500X
    • Honda: Civic, CR-V
    • Infinity: Q50, QX55, QX60
    • Nissan: Altima, Frontier, Leaf, Pathfinder, Rogue
    • Porche: 718 Boxster, 718 Cayman, 718 Spyder, Cayenne, Taycan
    • RAM: 1500, 2500, 3500
    • Volkswagen: Arteon, Atlas, Atlas Cross Sport, Golf R, GTI, ID.4, Jetta, Taos, Tiguan
  • 2022 coverage added – DTC, Data support and Bi-directional functions
    • Porsche: Macan
  • Multiple models and years coverage added – Bi-directional functions
  • ADAS* – New ADAS calibration coverage
    • 2022 Coverage
      • Ford: Coverage added for Police Interceptor
      • Hyundai: Coverage added for Elantra and Elantra N, 2021-2022 Veloster N
      • Kia: Coverage added for Forte, Niro, Niro EV, Soul and Sportage
      • Mercedes: Coverage added for A-Class and Metris models
      • Volkswagen: Coverage added for GTI

*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.

Release Month
September
Release Day
28
Release Year
2022

Bosch ADS / ADS X Software Update Version 5.2

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Release Description

New Software Features:

Version 5.2 update introduces all new 2023 and more 2022 vehicle coverage, as well as additional ADAS calibrations. Enhance Pre/Post Scan Reports with the new ‘Manage Photos’ feature, which allows for adding more photos and the ability to label photos. Over 5,400 new special tests and 2,063 new system applications are also included.

Coverage Highlights:

  • 2023 coverage added – DTC, Data support and Bi-directional functions
    • Alfa Romeo: Giulia, Stelvio
    • Buick: Enclave, Encore GX, Envision
    • Cadillac: CT4, CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Lyriq, XT4, XT5, XT6
    • Chevrolet: Blazer, Bolt EUV, Bolt EV, Camaro, Corvette, Equinox, Express 2500/3500, Malibu, Silverado 1500/2500 HD/3500 HD, Suburban, Tahoe, Trailblazer, Traverse
    • GMC: Acadia, Savana 2500/3500, Sierra 1500/2500 HD/3500 HD, Terrain, Yukon, Yukon XL
    • Jeep: Compass, Gladiator, Grand Cherokee, Grand Cherokee L, Grand Wagoneer, Wagoneer, Wrangler
    • Mercedes: CLS-Class, CLA-Class, GLB-Class, GLE-Class
    • RAM: 1500 Classic, ProMaster 1500/2500/3500
  • 2022 coverage added – DTC, Data support and Bi-directional functions
    • Mercedes: C-Class, GLS-Class, Sprinter
  • 2022 coverage added – DTC, Data support and Bi-directional functions
  • ADAS* – New ADAS calibration coverage
    • 2022 Coverage
      • Audi: Front Radar Coverage for TT RS Quattro
      • GM: Front Camera Coverage for Silverado 1500 & Sierra 1500
      • Honda: Front Camera Coverage for Civic
      • Lexus: Blind Spot Coverage for IS300 & IS350
      • Mazda: All ADAS Functions for Mazda3
      • Toyota: Blind Spot Coverage for RAV4 Prime & Front Camera Coverage for Mirai
      • Volkswagen: Front Radar Coverage for Arteon
    • 2021 Coverage
      • Mazda: All ADAS Functions for Mazda3

*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:

  • Manage Photos Feature for Scan Reports
    • After completing a DTC Scan, select Manage Photos to launch the Camera or upload existing photos from the Gallery
    • Tap the "+" to access Camera or Gallery to upload photos. Users can also label individual photos. Tap Close when complete. Photos will appear in the Scan Reports after DTCs.
  • Manage Photos Feature Special Test & Calibration Reports
    • Users now have the ability to include photos in Special Test & Calibration Reports
    • First, from Settings, Report Options, ensure the “Always Save Special Test/Calibration Reports” setting is turned on.
    • During a special test or calibration, select Manage Photos to launch the Camera or upload existing photos from the Gallery, then follow the prompts to add and label photos.
    • Photos will appear at the bottom of Saved Special Test Reports.

Release Month
August
Release Day
31
Release Year
2022

Bosch ADS / ADS X Software Update Version 5.1

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Release Description

New Software Features:

Version 5.1 update includes model year 2022 vehicle coverage and additional ADAS calibrations. 9,619 new special test and 40 new system applications are also included.

Coverage Highlights:

  • 2022 coverage added - DTC, Data support and Bi-directional functions
    • Chevrolet: coverage added for the all-new Silverado
    • GMC: coverage added for the all-new Sierra
  • Multiple models and years coverage added - Bi-directional functions
  • ADAS* - New ADAS calibration coverage
    • 2022 Coverage
      • GM: coverage added for all-new 2022MY Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500
      • Honda: coverage added for 2022MY Civic
      • Toyota/Lexus: Coverage added for 2022MY Mirai

*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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