BOSCH MTS 6513 ECM/TCM REPROGRAMMING
INTRODUCTION

This procedure uses the BOSCH MTS 6513 to perform select ECM/TCM reprogramming.
The BOSCH MTS 6513 can only be used if there is a note within a Campaign Bulletin
indicating it is an alternative to using the CONSULT-III plus.

NOTE: The primary reprograming method is using CONSULT-III plus. This
procedure is an alternative method.

DLC cable

USB cable

Figure A

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BOSCH MTS 6513 can be obtained from Tech-Mate at 1-800-662-2001.

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SERVICE PROCEDURE
Before starting, make sure:


ASIST on the CONSULT PC has been freshly synchronized (updated to the
current date).



All software updates (if any) have been installed.
NOTE: The ASIST/CONSULT PC automatically gets applicable ECM and TCM
reprogramming data during ASIST synchronization.

UPDATE SOFTWARE IN THE MTS 6513
NOTE: Updating the MTS 6513 software is not required before each use. Update is only
required when updated software or additional reprograms are available. It is
recommended that you update regularly to insure your MTS 6513 has the newest
software and reprograms.

1. Connect the MTS 6513 to the PC with a
USB cable.


Make sure the ASIST/CONSULT PC
is powered ON.
USB cable

Figure 1

2. Wait for the MTS 6513 to boot.


A beep will be heard.



A green light on the MTS 6513 will indicate it is powered ON.

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3. Open VCI Manager to install / update the application onto the MTS 6513.

a. On the PC screen, locate and click on this icon.

b. Wait for the VCI Manager screen to display (see Figure 3).

Figure 2

4. Select Connect.

Connect

Figure 3

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When the VCI Manager is connected
to the MTS 6513, a green check mark
will display.
VCI Update

5. Select VCI Update.
Green check mark

Figure 4

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6. Select (highlight) the software to be
installed.

Select software

7. Select Start Update.

Start Update

Figure 5

8. Select OK.


Do not unplug the MTS 6513 from
the PC during the update process.

Figure 6

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

During the update process, progress
bars will display.

Progress bars

Figure 7



When this screen appears the MTS
6513 will reboot/restart.



After you hear the beep, the MTS
6513 is ready for use.

9. Select OK.


After selecting OK, the screen will
display as shown in Figure 3 page
3; software update is complete.

Figure 8

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REPROGRAMMING
IMPORTANT: Make sure the MTS 6513 powers down (wait about 30 seconds after
disconnection from the previous vehicle before connecting to the next vehicle). The
MTS 6513 saves information related to the previous vehicle. Letting it power down
before starting ensures that the memory has cleared.
NOTE: Appendix (pages 13 to 15) shows error screens that may occur during
reprograming with discriptions and suggested solutions.

1. Open the engine hood and connect the GR8 to the 12V battery and set it to ECM power
supply mode.
CAUTION:



Connect the GR8 to the 12V battery and select ECM Power Supply Mode.
If the vehicle battery voltage goes below 12.0V or above 15.5V during
reprogramming, the control unit may be damaged.
Be sure to turn OFF all vehicle electrical loads.
If a vehicle electrical load remains ON, the control unit may be damaged.

2. Turn ON the hazard lights (4 way flashers).

3. Connect the MTS 6513 to the vehicle Data Link Connector (DLC).

4. Wait for the MTS 6513 to boot.


A beep will be heard.



A green light on the MTS 6513 will indicate it is powered ON.



When boot-up is complete and the Start Screen (see Figure A1) is displayed, the
MTS 6513 is ready for reprogramming.

NOTE:




The actual start screen may
look slightly different depending
on the software version and
available programs.
If the screen in Figure A1 does
not display, the correct software
has not been loaded into the
MTS 6513.

Example

Figure A1

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NOTE:


On screen instructions will help guide you through the reprogramming process.



During this procedure you will be asked to select buttons on the key pad. Use
Figure A2 for key pad reference.

Up

Left / Back

Right

Home
Down

Figure A2

Enter

Up: Highlight item one row up.
Down: Highlight item one row down
Left/Back: Highlight item one column to the left, or backup one menu level.
Right: Highlight item one column to the right.
F1: Use varies.
F2: Use varies.
Home: Return to Home Screen.
(Enter): Select the highlighted item or continue.

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5. Select F1 on the key pad, confirm
English is selected.

6. Select Enter on the key pad.

Figure A3
7. Select the correct program/campaign
to be completed.



Use the up/down arrows to select
the correct program.

Example

Programs other than those shown
here may be available with newer
updates.

8. Select Enter on the key pad.

Figure A4

9. Turn the ignition ON (engine OFF /
not Ready).

10. Select Enter on the key pad.

Figure A5
11. Select the correct vehicle.


Use the up/down arrows to select
the correct vehicle.



Vehicles other than those shown
here may be available with newer
updates.

Example

12. Select Enter on the key pad.
Figure A6
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NOTE: The VIN is read automatically.

13. Select Enter on the key pad.


Example

If this screen does not display, go to
step 14.

Figure A7

14. Confirm battery voltage is OK.


Battery voltage must be between
12.0 volts and 15.5 volts.

15. Select Enter on the key pad.
Figure A8

Example
16. Select Enter on the key pad.

Figure A9

17. Select enter on the key pad.

Figure A10
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18. Again, confirm battery voltage is OK.


Battery voltage must be between
12.0 volts and 15.5 volts.

19. Select Enter on the key pad,
reprograming will start.
Figure A11

NOTE:


The current version of the control unit software is read automatically to determine if it
needs to be reprogrammed per the campaign.



If the control unit does not require reprogramming per the campaign, a screen
message will indicate that reprograming has already been completed.



If reprogramming is required, reprogramming will begin automatically. A progress
bar will be displayed showing the percent complete, and the car icon will flash during
the reprogramming process (see Figure A12).

Example

Figure A12

20. When reprogramming is complete, the screen in Figure A13 (next page) will display.

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21. Turn the ignition OFF.

22. Select Enter on the key pad.

Figure A13

23. Turn the ignition ON (engine OFF / not
Ready).

24. Select Enter on the key pad.

Figure A14

25. Select enter on the key pad.

Figure A15

26. Wait 2 to 3 minutes while DTCs are cleared
from all systems.

Figure A16

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27. Select enter on the key pad.

Figure A17

28. Before (Crt SW) and After (New SW)
reprogramming numbers are displayed.


Write these numbers on the repair
order.



Reprograming is complete.

Example

Figure A18

29. Turn OFF the hazard lights (4 way flashers).

30. Turn the ignition OFF.

31. Disconnect the MTS 6513 from the vehicle.

NOTE: Appendix (pages 13 to 15) shows error screens that may occur during
reprograming with discriptions and suggested solutions.

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APPENDIX


Pages 13 to 15 show error screens that may occur and solution descriptions.

Update not required


Control unit is up to date –
reprogramming is not required.

Figure A19

Unknown Version
Example


Vehicle is not part of the selected
campaign or reprograming was
already completed.

Figure A20

Communication Error


If communication with an ECU
stops, a Communication Error will
be displayed.



Make sure the ignition is ON and the
DLC connector is properly
seated/connected.
Figure A21

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ECU Error


If the ECU does not respond to
reprogramming requests from the
MTS 6513, such as if the wrong
vehicle was selected, this error
screen appears.



Make sure the correct vehicle was
selected.



Make sure the campaign applies to
the vehicle you are working on.

Figure A22

Battery Voltage Error


If the vehicle’s battery voltage is
below 12 volts, the following error
screen is displayed.



The battery voltage is too low to
perform reprogramming and must be
corrected before reprogramming can
be performed.



Check battery cables.



Connect GR8 and make sure it is set
to ECM power supply mode.

Figure A23

Battery Voltage


If the vehicle’s battery voltage is
above 15.5 volts, the following error
screen is displayed.



The battery voltage is too high (it is
being overcharged by the battery
charger) and must be corrected
before reprogramming can be
performed.



Figure A24

Connect GR8 and make sure it is set
to ECM power supply mode.

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Vehicle Identification


The VIN read Failed; the VIN
cannot be read electronically.



Make sure the ignition is ON.



Select Enter on the key pad and try
reprogram again.

Figure A25

Application Error


Ignition may be OFF.



An Application Error is displayed if
the reprogramming application
encounters an unrecoverable error.
If this occurs, the MTS 6513 should
be powered down and rebooted.



If the error is still present, the
reprogramming application should
be re-installed (go to step 1 on
page 2).

Figure A26

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