Bosch Diagnostics releases ADS X 6.11 and 6.12 software updates

The updates add coverage for 2026 vehicles, new software features, special tests, and more to the ADS X series scan tools.
Sept. 30, 2025
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Key Highlights

  • Updates add coverage for 2026 Chevrolet, GMC, Volkswagen, Fiat, RAM, and other vehicles, expanding diagnostic capabilities.
  • Nearly 6,000 new special tests and 450 system applications improve diagnostic accuracy and efficiency.
  • Features include DTC support, data support, bi-directional controls, and enhanced ADAS calibration for recent vehicle models.
  • Active subscription users receive updates automatically, ensuring their tools stay current with the latest vehicle technologies.
  • Bosch continues to enhance its diagnostic tools to meet the demands of increasingly complex modern vehicles and support technicians worldwide.

Bosch Diagnostics announced the release of the 6.11 and 6.12 software updates for the ADS X series of scan tools. The updates add coverage for 2026 vehicles, expanded functions, and thousands of special tests.

The updates introduce DTC, data support, and bi-directional controls for 2026 Chevrolet and GMC vehicles, VAG SFD support for 2023-2024 Volkswagen Group vehicles, Stellantis 2-step SGW unlock, and expanded ADAS calibration coverage for 2024-2026 Fiat, Volkswagen, RAM, Chevrolet, and GMC vehicles. Nearly 6,000 new special tests and 450 system applications are also included in the updates. ADS X users with active subscriptions will receive the updates automatically.

What people are saying

Danijela Haskin, lead product manager at Bosch Diagnostics, said, "As newer, more complex vehicles make their way into repair bays, keeping diagnostic tools up to date is more important than ever to ensure shops can serve their customers quickly and effectively. By continuously expanding coverage and adding capabilities to our scan tools, we’re giving technicians the information they need to diagnose and repair a wider range of vehicles, helping them stay ahead of the curve in meeting customers’ needs."

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Griffin Matis

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Griffin Matis is an associate editor for the Vehicle Service & Repair Group. A graduate of the University of Missouri's School of Journalism, Matis works with Professional Tool & Equipment News, Professional Distributor, and VehicleServicePros.com. 

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