Bosch MD1CS003 Engine ECU PSA/Stellantis — tested used

The Bosch MD1CS003 is an engine control unit (ECU) from the Bosch MD1 range, designed to manage injection, ignition, and various emission control components at the heart of the powertrain. Incarline offers this unit as a tested used part, intended for vehicles from the PSA / Stellantis group. The part is sold as is: no cloning, coding, pairing, or immobilizer deactivation is included by default. Coding/pairing is mandatory for the vehicle to start and must be performed as an optional service via the configurator or by an equipped professional. To confirm compatibility, check the ECU label (Bosch MD1CS003) as well as the hardware and software references mentioned below. This product is aimed at garages, mechanics, and individuals wishing to replace a faulty ECU with a sound and tested base, compliant with the Bosch MD1 family, respecting the appropriate references for their PSA / Stellantis vehicle.
Overview: role of the engine control unit (ECU)
The engine control unit orchestrates the real-time operation of the engine by relying on a network of sensors (rail pressure, temperature, air flow, throttle position, etc.) and actuators (injectors, boost actuators, throttle control, EGR valves). In this architecture, the Bosch MD1CS003 ensures the calculation of injection times, management of requested torque, and coordination of emission control strategies to keep the engine within its operating ranges as defined by the manufacturer. It communicates with other ECUs via the vehicle's multiplexed network to ensure consistency and safety.
Part of the Bosch MD1 family, the Bosch MD1CS003 uses modern 32-bit microcontroller electronics and memory dedicated to calibration. Its metal casing and waterproof connectors are designed to withstand the engine environment (vibrations, temperatures, and humidity). It handles key functions such as rail pressure, turbo control, idle management, and engine protections. When replacing, adherence to the reference and pairing with the vehicle's immobilizer is essential for restoring compliant operation.
Your ECU at Incarline: tested used part, sold as is
The Bosch MD1CS003 offered here is a tested used part. Each unit undergoes essential functional checks (power supply, communication, basic responses) before being stocked. It is provided as is, in its tested condition, with its original markings. No cloning, coding, pairing, programming, or immobilizer deactivation operations are included by default. To start the vehicle, coding/pairing to the immobilizer and VIN is mandatory; it can be performed by an equipped professional or added as an optional service via the configurator. The part benefits from quality control and a good functioning warranty according to our conditions.
If you need to go further, you can add optional paid services via the configurator: data cloning from your old Bosch MD1CS003, programming/pairing, or immobilizer deactivation when technically possible; these operations are never included with the part. For a successful replacement (purchase, repair, or standard exchange Bosch MD1CS003), first validate your HW/SW references, then choose the configuration suited to your use case.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if my Bosch MD1CS003 ECU is compatible with my PSA/Stellantis vehicle?▶
Is the Bosch MD1CS003 sold by Incarline tested and guaranteed?▶
Is the Bosch MD1CS003 new or used?▶
Is coding/pairing required for the Bosch MD1CS003 after installation?▶
Can I request cloning or programming of my Bosch MD1CS003?▶
What references identify a compatible Bosch MD1CS003 at Incarline?▶
Can I replace a Bosch MD1CS003 with another version from the Bosch MD1 range?▶
Compatible vehicles
This ECU is fitted to the following vehicles, among others. Check the exact reference of your unit before ordering.
- Citroen Berlingo (B9)
- Citroen C3 (II)
- Citroen C4 Cactus (I)
- Citroen C4 SpaceTourer (V)
- Citroen DS3 Crossback (U)
- Peugeot 208 --
- Peugeot 3008 II
- Peugeot 308 --
- Peugeot 5008 --
- Peugeot Expert --
- Peugeot Partner (B9)
- Peugeot Rifter (--)
Supported references (2)▶
Check that your ECU's reference appears in the list.
- 0281037200PSA / StellantisSW: 9845780880
- 0261S101C2PSA / StellantisSW: 9836899580
