Bosch RCK3 VCI User Manual

Bosch RCK3 VCI User Manual

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BMW
Race Calibration Kit
RCK3 VCI
User Guide
Version 1.0.2
January 28, 2015
© Bosch 2015

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  • Page 1 Race Calibration Kit RCK3 VCI User Guide Version 1.0.2 January 28, 2015 © Bosch 2015...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ......................... 4 BMW RCK3 VCI Kit OVERVIEW ......................... 5 BMW RCK3 VCI .............................. 5 NORMAL POWER UP OF BMW RCK3 VCI ....................8 GETTING STARTED ............................9 HOW TO SOLVE BASIC ISSUES ......................10 Trouble Shooting ............................10 Firewall settings ............................
  • Page 3: Introduction

    BMW RCK3 VCI User Manual INTRODUCTION This User’s Guide will provide an overview of the BMW RCK3 VCI, cables, firmware and VCI Manager software (Integrated with the RCK3 PC based software). Everything contained in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.
  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    RCK3 VCI. Always read the instructions completely before attempting a new procedure. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS USE: RCK3 VCI, Firmware and VCI Manager Software can be used on multiple computer systems with the following minimum PC requirements: Processor: Intel Pentium II 450MHz, AMD Athlon® 600MHz or faster processor (or equivalent)
  • Page 5: Bmw Rck3 Vci Kit Overview

    The BMW RCK3 VCI is used by Motorcycle Racing owners to calibrate BMW Motorcycle ECU’s. The BMW RCK3 VCI is designed to connect to the BMW Motorcycle using the RCK3 10 Pin motorcycle connector and to a PC using the provided USB cable.
  • Page 6 BMW RCK3 Connector Cable Communication between the BMW RCK3 VCI and the BMW Motorcycle is through the RCK3 10 Pin connector that is connected to the bottom center of the RCK3 VCI.
  • Page 7 A problem occurred. Identifying your BMW RCK3 VCI The RCK3 VCI assembly label is located on the back of the unit. The assembly identification number, located below the bar code, has two parts: a manufacturing code for traceability and a unique serial number.
  • Page 8: Normal Power Up Of Bmw Rck3 Vci

    NORMAL POWER UP OF BMW RCK3 VCI To power on the RCK3 VCI, connect the RCK3 VCI to the PC using the supplied USB cable. When first powered on, the green motorcycle LED will light up followed by the green Host (PC) LED and then the green Power LED.
  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Note: the RCK3 VCI should NOT be connected to the PC prior to installing the RCK3 software Step 3: Connect one end of the USB cable to the RCK3 VCI and the other end to your computer USB Port. Confirm the RCK3 VCI powers up.
  • Page 10: How To Solve Basic Issues

    Tool Try to connect to another USB port of the computer Error LED is red Power on self-test Disconnect and connect the RCK3 VCI failed from the PC and Motorcycle Recover software on RCK3 VCI. The RCK3 VCI is The RCK3 application...
  • Page 11: Firewall Settings

    The RCK3 VCI requires the following settings on the PC USB connection: IP-Address 192.168.171.30 and Subnet 255.255.255.0 The IP-Address of the RCK3 VCI Should be setup on the PC as 192.168.171.2. It is static and not changeable. Version 1.0.2 Page 11 ©...
  • Page 12: Recover Rck3 Vci

    RCK3 VCI and to the PC. 5. Continue depressing the “reset tab” until all of the LEDs flash on and then off. 6. The RCK3 VCI Tool is now in a recoverable state and can be updated from the RCK3 PC application.
  • Page 13: Care And Cleaning

    BMW RCK3 VCI User Manual CARE AND CLEANING After using the RCK3 VCI, a few simple steps will help you leave the electronic control units in the proper state and also ensure that you get the most use out of your diagnostic tool: 1.
  • Page 14: Limited Liability

    (30) days of such notice. LIMITED LIABILITY Bosch does not warrant that the operations of the software will be uninterrupted or error free. In no event shall Bosch be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages (including lost profit) whether based on warranty, contract, tort or any other legal theory.

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