Bench Solutions for 8G Tronic VGS3-FDCT
Flex version 6.45.0.0 is out now
A new protocol to program ZF 8G Tronic VGS3-FDCT automatic transmissions (TCUs) installed on Mercedes vehicles has just landed.
This latest Flex update lets you connect the gearbox control unit in Bench mode and access both maps and EEPROM memory for TCU reading and writing.
Some of the supported vehicles:
- Mercedes Classe A (W177) 180d 2.0L 116PS
- Mercedes Classe B (W247) 200d 2.0L 150PS
- Mercedes Classe CLA (C118) 35AMG 2.0L 306PS
- Mercedes Classe GLA (H247) 220d 2.0L 190PS
- Mercedes Classe GLB (X247) 250 2.0L 225PS (Hybrid)
This new protocol is available for the following software packages:
Bench
- FLS0.2M – SW Flex TCU OBD/Bench/Boot (car, bike, van) Master
- FLS0.2S – SW Flex TCU OBD/Bench/Boot (car, bike, van) Slave
- FLS0.5M – SW Flex Full Master
- FLS0.5S – SW Flex Full Slave
Newly added protocols:
(Bench)
- Mercedes ZF 8G Tronic VGS3-FDCT Read/Write/Checksum Calculation Maps, Read/Write Internal EEPROM
Reading Time: ~ 10 minutes | Writing Time: ~ 3 minutes
Bug fixes:
- New CRC type for Kia/Hyundai Kefico CPGDSH2.2x.x
- New CRC type for FCA Marelli 9GF
- New CRC type for All Delphi DCM7.1AP
- New CRC type for Mercedes Truck Continental MCM
Software improvements:
- New type support for Honda Keihin TC1782
- Improved detect sections on GM Delco E98





