You will see these in the %temp%\ESI_Install.log . Here is the translation:
Here is the key insight that many users miss: . As multiple community experts have confirmed, “First you need to install the 2013.1 then you can bypass the 2013.2 and go directly to the 2013.3”.
Installing is only half the battle. The 2013 version requires a specific KeyGen. Ensure your antivirus is disabled during this part, as most security software flags KeyGens as "Malware/Trojan," even when they are safe "false positives" common in automotive software.
: You must install the versions in order (2013/1, then 2013/2, then 2013/3). Skipping a version or trying to install 2013/3 as a standalone often results in "Database Not Found" errors.
If you are a regular on , you know the struggle. You’ve downloaded the massive Bosch ESI[tronic] 2.0 2013 packages (Versions 1, 2, and 3), but when you try to run the installer, nothing happens—or worse, it crashes halfway through. You will see these in the %temp%\ESI_Install
Navigate to C:\Program Files\ and C:\ProgramData\ and manually delete any folders named Bosch or ESItronic .
Press Windows Key + R , type regedit , and hit Enter to open the Registry Editor.
"If you're experiencing issues installing MHH Auto on Bosch ESI-Tronic 2013 versions 1, 2, and 3, ensure you've checked compatibility and followed the installation guide meticulously. If issues persist, consider reaching out to the support community or checking for software patches that might resolve the compatibility or installation issues."
Bosch ESI Tronic 2013 is a software tool used for diagnosing and repairing vehicles. It provides a comprehensive database of vehicle information, including wiring diagrams, repair procedures, and diagnostic trouble codes. MHH Auto Top is a software tool used for key generation and immobilizer programming. The integration of MHH Auto Top with ESI Tronic 2013 is crucial for many automotive repair shops. Installing is only half the battle
Change your system date to July 1, 2013 , before running the installer.
Use the keygen or keygen.exe provided specifically in the 2013 release package.
Do not try to install V1 or V2 on bare metal. Use VMware with Windows 7. Version 3 can work on Windows 10 LTSC 2019, but Windows 11 is nearly impossible.
Right-click setup.exe and choose "Run as Administrator." Keygen Gives "Invalid ID" : You must install the versions in order
The core issue has been documented extensively on the MHH AUTO forums. One user, Wildo, described the exact problem with his collection of installation discs:
Most Version 3 releases on MHH Auto include a Crack folder containing ESI.exe , ESI.Core.dll , and License.DAT .
Once installed, run the ESI[tronic] program and generate your Installation ID. Step 3: Activating (The MHH Auto Approach)
Does anyone have a confirmed working or patch process for these specific versions?
