This guide details everything you need to know about VIEZU’s KESS3 Tuning Start Up Kits. You will learn the specific differences between the 2 KESS3 kit options available: Start Up Kit vs Complete Start Up Kit. We will cover exactly what’s included in each KESS3 kit, including the hardware, protocols and essential equipment provided in each. We also explain the financial benefits of these bundles, the 40% saving off RRP, and how our included KESS3 tuning training and live technical support provide the essential infrastructure to launch a successful tuning business.
Understanding the Alientech KESS3 Tuning Tool
Before diving into the KESS3 starter kits, it is important to understand the capability of the KESS3 tuning tool hardware itself. The KESS3 is the latest generation of tuning tools from Alientech, a global authority in the tuning industry.
The KESS 3 represents a significant evolution, combining the OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) capabilities of the older KESSv2 with the direct-to-ECU precision (Bench & Boot Modes) of the K-Tag. This means you can connect to a vehicle through the diagnostic port for quick, non-intrusive work, or connect directly to the ECU pins in ‘Bench’ or ‘Boot’ mode for complex repairs and deep-level tuning. The tool is celebrated for its versatility, covering cars, light commercial vehicles (LCVs), trucks and even agricultural machinery.
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Comparing VIEZU’s KESS3 Tuning Starter Kits
VIEZU Technologies offers two distinct KESS3 Starter Kits. These are not generic boxes off the shelf; they are curated bundles designed to save you money (approximately 40% off RRP) and provide everything you need to begin your journey as a professional tuner immediately.
Option One: KESS3 Tuning Start Up Kit
This package is designed for the focused professional who wants the core, high-quality tuning equipment needed to start tuning safely. It is the ideal entry point for mobile mechanics or garages that want to add tuning vehicles to their service list.
- The Hardware: You receive the genuine Alientech KESS3 Hardware.
- The Protocols: Crucially, this kit includes Car/LCV OBD Protocols plus a 1-year subscription for Bench & Boot Protocols. This allows you to perform both standard tuning and advanced repair work from day one.
- Safety Gear: A Professional Battery Stabiliser is included. This is non-negotiable for safe tuning, ensuring the vehicle voltage remains stable during the writing process to prevent ECU failure.
- Revenue Generators: 5 Tuning File Credits are included, meaning you can start earning revenue immediately.
- Training & Support: Access to online tuning courses or in-person tuning training and live technical support.
- Investment: £2,375 (+VAT). Finance is available from £33 per week.
Option Two: KESS3 Tuning Complete Start Up Kit
The KESS3 Tuning Complete Start Up Kit is designed for people who want to hit the ground running with a fully professional tuning setup. This KESS3 kit ensures that you don’t have any gaps in your equipment list.
- All Professional Features: Includes everything from Option One (KESS3 Hardware, OBD + Bench/Boot Protocols, Battery Stabiliser).
- Enhanced Revenue: You receive 10 Tuning File Credits, effectively doubling your initial earning potential.
- Diagnostic Capability: Includes a Simple Diagnostic Tool. This is vital for performing “health checks” on vehicles before you tune them, protecting you from liability for pre-existing faults.
- Operational Extras: A 25m Extension Lead is included. This makes it easy to tune vehicles that don;t have nearby power.
- Professional Branding: Includes a VIEZU Approved Polo Shirt and Jacket to ensure you ‘look the part’ when visiting clients.
- Investment: £2,825 (+VAT). Finance is available from £39 per week.
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Quick Comparison: VIEZU KESS3 Tuning Start Up Kits
| Alientech KESS3 Tuning Start Up Kits | ||
| KESS3 Tuning Start Up Kit | Start Up Kit | Complete Start Up Kit |
| Alientech KESS3 Hardware | ✔ Included | ✔ Included |
| Car/LCV OBD Protocols | ✔ Included | ✔ Included |
| Bench & Boot Protocols | ✔ 1 Year Subscription | ✔ 1 Year Subscription |
| Professional Battery Stabiliser | ✔ Included | ✔ Included |
| Simple Diagnostic Tool | ✔ Included | |
| 25m Extension Lead | ✔ Included | |
| VIEZU Approved Polo Shirt | ✔ Included | |
| VIEZU Approved Jacket | ✔ Included | |
| Tuning Files (Credits) | 5 Files | 10 Files |
| Support & Training | Online / In-Person | Online / In-Person |
| Price | £2,375 (ex VAT) | £2,825 (ex VAT) |
| Savings | Saving 40% off RRP | Saving 40% off RRP |
| Finance | From £33 per week | From £39 per week |
Why Choose Alientech Tuning for Your KESS3 Starter Kits?
When you are starting a tuning business, your supplier is your partner. The support and resources they provide are important, especially when you are just starting out and also long term if you ever run into any issues. You have the peace of mind that you have an experienced tuning business acting as an extension of your team.
VIEZU Technologies is not just a reseller of Alientech tools. We are a world leading tuning company, with a team of dedicated in-house tuning software file writers and a world-class training academy, the VIEZU Technical Academy.
Choosing a VIEZU KESS3 tuning business start up kit means you benefit from live technical support available 7 days a week. You are never left stranded with a customer’s vehicle that you are having issues with. We provide you with the on-going partnership you need to handle complex tuning challenges, allowing you to grow your tuning business with confidence.
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Why Choose Alientech Tuning
Alientech Tuning is the biggest online shop for Alientech tuning tools, offering the best prices online guaranteed. We are the industry’s dedicated “one-stop shop,” providing far more than just hardware.
- Dedicated Technical Support: We don’t just supply your tuning tool and disappear. We have a dedicated technical support team to help and advise you with your purchase, coverage upgrades and options. We even offer installation support assistance on all items purchased.
- Try Before You Buy: We offer free online demonstrations of the KESS3 tuning tool and software options, so you can see and explore the ecosystem without needing to travel.
- Global Reach: We offer worldwide mail order with door-to-door shipping and tax-free sales are available depending on your location.
- Genuine Tools Only: Clone tools damage the tuning industry and risk your reputation. We guarantee that every tuning tool and piece of tuning software on our website is 100% authentic and genuine.
When you choose Alientech Tuning, you are choosing a partner backed by the industry-leading expertise of VIEZU, ensuring you have the infrastructure to succeed.
Navigating KESS3 Tuning Starter Kits Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a Master and a Slave KESS3 tool?
A Slave KESS3 tool is linked to a specific Master (like VIEZU). When you read a tuning file, it is encrypted and sent to your Master for modification. This is the most popular route for start-ups as it is cheaper and requires less technical know-how. A Master tool is independent; it reads unencrypted files, allowing you to write your own software if you have the skills. The KESS3 tuning business start up kits described above are based on the Slave model to keep entry costs low. If you want to buy the start up kit but upgrade your tool to be a master then speak to us today.
Do I need training to use the KESS3?
While the KESS3 tuning tool is intuitive, professional training is highly recommended. Understanding the remapping process, vehicle electronics and the distinctions between OBD, Bench and Boot modes is crucial to avoid costly mistakes. The training included in VIEZU’s starter kits ensures you can operate confidently and safely from your very first booking.
What kind of support is included?
VIEZU offers extensive technical support for all of our dealers. Our tuning support is available by phone and online 7 days a week. Whether you have a question about a specific protocol, need help connecting to a rare vehicle or have an issue with a tuning file, our dedicated technical team is there to guide you.
Can I tune both petrol and diesel engines?
Yes. The Alientech KESS3 supports both petrol and diesel engines across a vast range of vehicles and the “Car/LCV” protocols are included in these kits.
About The Author
Paul Busby is the CEO of VIEZU Technologies Ltd and a leading figure in the vehicle tuning industry. With a background as an experienced vehicle engineer, Paul specialises in post-production defect investigation and new vehicle development. His work in business development at a manufacturer level has provided him with unique insights into the automotive sector. Paul was named Entrepreneur of the Year in 2012 and led VIEZU to receive a prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise in 2014. He remains deeply involved in the business and can often be found in the VIEZU workshop.