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SAE J2534-Pass-Thru

en Important informations

What is Pass-Thru? Important information on control unit re-programming


The SAE J2534 Pass-Thru standard is applicable to the re- RR The manufacturer-specific programming application is
programming (flash programming) of control units in motor essential.
vehicles. Its introduction in Europe is to accompany the RR Always heed the operating instructions for the program-
EURO 5 standard. It must then be possible to re-program ming application.
control units in new vehicles with EURO 5 approval by way of RR Install the vehicle manufacturers recommended Pass-Thru
Pass-Thru. version (if necessary).
RR Befor every re-programming (flashing) of control units you
In practice this means that Bosch KTS modules are used as have to perform a firmware update!
communication interface (VCI Vehicle Communication Inter- RR The control unit is only to be re-programmed by way of the
face). By way of a KTS module (KTS340/520/530/540/550/ USB interface (radio links prohibited for safety reasons).
570/670), the manufacturer-specific programming application RR Make sure the power supply to the KTS module and the
on the PC/Laptop can communicate with a control unit in the USB link between the PC/Laptop and the KTS module are
motor vehicle and load new control unit software. maintained during re-programming.
RR Ensure adequate battery voltage.
iiThe programming applications are provided by the vehicle RR Make sure the OBD link between the KTS module and the
manufacturers. vehicle is maintained during re-programming.

Installation of Pass-Thru software on PC/Laptop Control unit re-programming


1. Supply the KTS module with voltage by way of the power
iiYou must have administrator rights for the PC/laptop to be pack provided.
able to install the Pass-Thru software. 2. Connect the KTS module to the PC/Laptop by way of the
USB connecting cable.
1. Close all open applications.
2. Open the following website: !!The power supply to the KTS module and the USB link
rb-aa.bosch.com/aa/de/euro5 between the PC/Laptop and the KTS module must not be
3. Select the Download overview menu item. interrupted during the firmware update.
4. Select the desired Pass-Thru version.
5. Start file download. 3. Start DDC ("Start >> Programme >> Bosch Pass-Thru
6. Double click on the file SETUP_BOSCH_PASSTHRU. v'version' >> Diagnostic Device Control").
EXE (e.g. Setup_ Bosch_Passthru_v1.2.1.exe) to start the 4. KTS 340 only: Select "User settings >> Pass-Thru mode >>
download. Activate Pass-Thru mode".
?? Set-up starts. 5. Select KTS with USB connection type and use of Pass-
7. Select the installation language and confirm with <OK>. Thru (refer to DDC Online Help).
8. Follow the on-screen instructions. 6. Update the KTS firmware update with the module applica-
?? The Pass-Thru software is now installed on the PC/lap- tion Pass-Thru (refer to DDC Online Help).
top. ?? This concludes configuration of the KTS module for
Pass-Thru operation.
7. Connect the KTS module to the vehicle by way of the OBD
diagnostic cable.
""The control unit can be re-programmed by way of a manu-
facturer-specific programming application.

Robert Bosch GmbH


Automotive Aftermarket - Diagnostics
Franz-Oechsle-Str. 4
73207 Plochingen
Deutschland
www.bosch.com
e-Mail: Bosch.Prueftechnik@de.bosch.com
1 689 989 060 | 2014-03-24

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