The Bitbox Dongle provides comprehensive module support for reading and writing data from Ford diesel vehicles equipped with Continental SIDxxx engine control units (ECUs). This powerful tool enables seamless communication with various SIDxxx ECUs, either through the OBD2 port or directly on the bench, offering flexibility for both in-vehicle and workshop diagnostics and tuning.
BitBox Dongle Compatibility with Ford Continental SIDxxx ECUs
The BitBox dongle supports a wide range of Continental SIDxxx ECUs found in Ford diesel vehicles. Each ECU variant requires a specific FID (File Identification) for proper communication and data handling. Below is a detailed breakdown of the supported ECUs and their corresponding FIDs:
Continental SID206 (FID: 259)
Designed for the Continental SID206 ECU utilizing the MPC561 microprocessor with 2Mb external flash memory. The BitBox dongle enables reading and writing of the calibration area, including crucial checksum correction via the CANbus protocol.
Continental SID208 (FID: 255)
Supports the Continental SID208 ECU based on the Infineon Tricore TC1797 processor with 4Mb internal flash memory. Full Flash reading and writing capabilities, along with calibration area modifications and checksum correction via CANbus, are provided.
Continental SID209 (FID: 279)
Similar to the SID208, this FID supports the Continental SID209 ECU, also utilizing the Infineon Tricore TC1797 processor with 4Mb internal flash memory. It allows Full Flash reading and writing, calibration adjustments, and checksum correction via CANbus.
Continental SID211 (FID: 256)
This FID caters to the Continental SID211 ECU based on the Infineon Tricore TC1791 processor with 4Mb internal flash memory. Full Flash reading and writing functionality, calibration area modifications, and checksum correction via CANbus are supported.
Continental SID803 (FID: 260)
This FID is designed for the Continental SID803 ECU using the MPC561 microprocessor with 448Kb internal flash memory. It allows for reading and writing within the calibration area, ensuring accurate checksum correction through the CANbus.
Continental SID803A (FID: 261)
Supporting the Continental SID803A ECU with the MPC561 microprocessor and 2Mb external flash memory, this FID enables reading and writing of the calibration area while maintaining checksum integrity via CANbus communication.
Continental SID807EVO (FID: 257)
This FID unlocks access to the Continental SID807EVO ECU built upon the Infineon TC1797 processor with 4Mb internal flash memory. Reading and writing capabilities are provided for the calibration area, with checksum correction implemented through the CANbus protocol.
Continental SID802 (FID: 263)
Designed for the Continental SID802 ECU based on the Infineon C167 processor with 512Kb external flash memory. This FID facilitates reading and writing within the calibration area, including essential checksum correction via CANbus.
Continental SID804 (FID: 262)
This FID targets the Continental SID804 ECU, also employing the Infineon C167 processor with 512Kb external flash memory. Reading and writing access to the calibration area is granted, with checksum correction handled through the CANbus.
Continental SID902 (FID: 258)
This FID is specifically for the Continental SID902 ECU, leveraging the Infineon MPC563 microprocessor with 2Mb external flash memory. It allows for reading and writing of the calibration data while ensuring correct checksum calculation via CANbus.
The BitBox dongle, through its extensive FID support, provides a versatile solution for professionals working with Ford diesel vehicles equipped with Continental SIDxxx ECUs. Its capability to interface with these ECUs via both OBD2 and bench methods makes it an invaluable tool for diagnostics, tuning, and reprogramming.
