CTS – Universal ECU Breakout Cable

129.99

The ultimate “Swiss Army Knife” for ECU bench work. This upgraded Universal Breakout Cable features an expanded array of pin types and connectors to support a massive variety of Engine Control Units. Equipped with a Female OBD2 port, built-in CAN bus termination resistors (60Ω/120Ω), and specialized bootpins, it allows you to power up and communicate with ECUs safely on your workbench. Whether you are remapping, cloning, or recovering a “bricked” unit, this cable provides the professional stability you need.

Maximum Connectivity & Compatibility

The CTS Breakout Cable is engineered to handle almost any ECU pin-out configuration. With 6x 12V connectors and 6x GND connectors, it can power even the most power-hungry heavy-duty modules. The inclusion of secondary CAN lines (CAN2 High/Low) makes it a perfect choice for Ford and Volvo systems that require multi-channel communication.

 

Advanced Communication Control

Tuning modern ECUs on a bench often requires specific electrical environments. This cable includes built-in switches for:

  • CAN Termination: Easily toggle between 60Ω, 120Ω, or OFF to ensure the diagnostic tool “sees” the ECU correctly on the bus.

  • Ignition Switching: 3x dedicated ignition connectors with an ON/OFF switch for simulating vehicle ignition cycles.

  • K-Line Reset: A specialized switch for tools using the K-Line for reset functions, featuring an integrated N4148 diode for circuit protection.

     

Precision Boot Mode Features

For low-level “Boot” programming, the cable is equipped with multiple resistance options to match different hardware requirements:

  • Selectable Bootpins: 560Ω, 1KΩ, and 4.7KΩ resistors are built-in to handle various microprocessor protocols (Tricore, MPC, etc.).

     

  • VPP Support: Includes a dedicated line for OBD2 Pin 13 (VPP) for specialized programming voltages.

     

Robust Power Management

Power the unit your way. You can use the heavy-duty crocodile clips for a 12V battery connection or the 2.1mm DC power jack for a regulated bench power supply. A built-in LED indicator provides instant visual confirmation that the ECU is receiving power, preventing accidental “dead” connections.

 


Key Features & Specifications

  • Interface: Universal Female OBD2 Port (fits KESS, Autotuner, Flex, etc.).

  • Power Inputs: 12V/GND Crocodile Clips & 2.1mm DC Jack.

  • Bus Support: Dual CAN High/Low + CAN2 (Ford/Volvo) + K-Line + L-Line.

  • Termination: Switched 60Ω / 120Ω resistors.

  • Safety: Diode-protected K-Line and LED Power confirmation.

  • Versatility: Includes 15+ individual pin leads for various ECU terminal sizes.