Heated Steering Wheel on a P3 MY2012+
2024-12-14
VDASH Guide Volvo P3 SENSUS Heated Steering Wheel Retrofit How to retrofit a heated steering wheel on compatible Volvo P3 SENSUS cars using VDASH. Heated steering wheel retrofit Applicable vehicles Applicable for: MY 2012+ – S80II, V70III…
VDASH PRO Subscription
2020-02-27
VDASH Guide VDASH – PRO Subscription Benefits, price, premium support rules, and when a PRO account makes sense. PRO Subscription Benefits PRO is a one-year subscription with these benefits for you: 25% discount off end-user prices 10%…
Volvo Fuel Heater Activation on P2 with VDASH
2020-03-02
VDASH Guide Volvo Fuel Heater Activation on P2 with VDASH How to activate the fuel heater function in your Volvo using VDASH. Fuel heater activation Available activation options You can activate the fuel heater in two different ways: …
Optimizing Engine Performance
2019-01-01
VDASH Guide Optimizing Engine Performance Increasing engine performance by modifying the control software of the motor unit or hardware parts of the engine. Overview This is an increase in engine performance, which is possible by…
VDD Dongle - CEM P2 / P1 PIN Decoding with VDD Dongle - Supported HW Numbers
2022-03-07
VDD Guide VDD CEM PIN Decoding for Volvo P1 and P2 VDD may be able to decode the CEM PIN for selected Volvo P1 and P2 vehicles. Successful decoding is not guaranteed. How CEM PIN Decoding Works Based on our latest knowledge, CEM PIN decoding…
Turbocharger Scheme and Regulation Explained
2024-03-15
VDASH Guide How the turbocharger works Basic explanation of turbocharger regulation, wastegate, bypass valve, blow-off valve, and the most common faults. Basic principle How the turbocharger creates boost pressure The turbocharger draws in…
SRS-CFFF Fix
2019-09-30
VDASH Guide How to Fix SRS-CFFF with VDASH Repair a common Volvo P1 SRS fault through OBD without replacing the SRS control unit. Fault Overview What Is the SRS-CFFF Fault? The SRS-CFFF fault is a well-known issue on Volvo P1 platform…
How to Obtain the CEM / ECM PIN for Your Volvo
2026-04-02
VDASH Guide How to Obtain the CEM & ECM PIN for Your Volvo To modify the configuration of your vehicle, you will need the CEM (Central Electronic Module) PIN for your Volvo. For example, if you want to add features such as heated seats,…
ECU Repairs
2026-07-09
VDASH Guide Volvo module repairs Overview of typical Volvo control module faults and repair options. Module repairs Typical faults and repair options We repair and replace selected Volvo control modules across different platforms and model…
Volvo Keys and VDASH
2026-04-14
VDASH Guide Volvo Keys & Remotes Explained Volvo car keys have gradually evolved from classic physical ignition keys with separate remote controls to modern keyless systems. This guide explains how Volvo keys work, which PIN codes are…
ECM-U210100 - Common DTC for P2
2025-10-08
VDASH Guide ECM-U210100: Control Module Configuration Incompatible Explanation and VDASH configuration guidance for ECM-U210100 on Volvo P2 diesel vehicles after changing the fuel heater configuration. DTC Overview ECM-U210100 Fault…
Engine Remote Start - ERS
2020-05-05
VDASH Guide Volvo P3 Remote Engine Start How to activate engine remote start for Volvo cars with VDASH. Remote engine start Overview Certain P3 Volvo cars can start the engine from the car key, using either a 5-button or 6-button remote,…
IHU Engineering Mode - Change Region Settings P3
2020-01-17
VDASH Guide IHU Enginnering Mode - Change Region Settings on P3 How to change the infotainment system region after changing the vehicle region configuration in VDASH. Sensus Connect region settings Why this setting matters After you have…
VDD Dongle – Versions Explained
2023-06-06
VDD Guide VDD Dongle Hardware Versions The VDD hardware version determines which Volvo platforms are supported and which mobile network technology the dongle can use. Main Differences Between VDD Versions There are two main differences…
Generic J2534 Device Support
2020-02-27
VDASH Guide Generic J2534 Device Support Expanded hardware compatibility for VDASH diagnostics and ECU programming. Jump to Section Overview SUPER J2534 Alternative HW Warning Supported HW Firmware Summary J2534 Support Overview VDASH…
PIN Decoding for ECM and CEM – P3, SPA/CMA and P1 MY2012+
2018-11-10
VDASH Guide PIN Decoding for ECM and CEM ECM PIN – chiptuning PIN decoding for ECM – motor unit – chiptuning EDC16C31 in platform 3 – 5-cyl diesel Euro 4 engines - if you need to decode this unit, use our contact form or contact our PRO…
CANALT – VDD Support for SPA / CMA Volvos
2021-11-15
VDD Guide CANALT Wiring for SPA / CMA Volvos Newer Volvo SPA and CMA platforms require access to the low-speed CAN bus for selected VDD functions to work correctly. Why CANALT Wiring Is Needed For VDD to work properly on newer Volvo…
Volvo Sensus Connect Navigation Activation with VDASH
2020-01-17
VDASH Guide Volvo Sensus Connect Navigation Activation How to activate built-in navigation in Volvo vehicles with Sensus Connect using VDASH. Navigation activation When navigation can be activated If Sensus Connect is installed in your…
Volvo DiCE Update
2019-09-30
VDASH Guide DiCE Update DiCE driver and firmware VDASH works best with the latest Windows driver and the latest DiCE firmware. Both are available for download: https://d5t5.com/sw/SetupDiCE.exe Firmware versions Update DiCE…
Volvo P2 Keys and Remotes Explained
2024-03-13
VDASH Guide Remote controls and ignition keys Volvo P2 How ignition keys, remote controls, UEM, TRN code, and seed / remote code work in Volvo P2 platform vehicles. P2 platform The key and remote control are two separate things The…
How to Appear on the Map as a D5T5 Dealer?
2020-06-22
VDASH Guide How to become visible as a dealer on the D5T5 map Dealer visibility Enable dealer mode in VDASH If you wish to be visible as a dealer on the D5T5 map, all that is required is to go to VDASH and change the settings to dealer. …
XC90 – LED Tail Lights Upgrade – MY2006+
2020-06-15
VDASH Guide Volvo XC90 rear/tail lights LED upgrade Quick tutorial on how to upgrade rear/tail lights for Volvo XC90s to LED lights. LED tail light upgrade This is a quick tutorial on how to upgrade rear/tail lights for Volvo XC90s to LED…
Bluetooth modul BT PHONE P3GSM - Installation guide
2021-09-03
Installation Guide For the Bluetooth module BT PHONE P3GSMand audio extensions Note: Please read the whole Guide first before you start with the replacement. Caution: The Bluetooth module is an ESD sensitive board. Be careful after…
Bluetooth modul BT PHONE P3GSM - User Guide
2021-09-02
User Guide Bluetooth modul BT PHONE P3GSMa volitelné rozšíření pro poslech hudby 1. Introduction Because the update is based on the original Phone Module (PHM) all the control of this updated module is the same as the original one. So it’s…
Bluetooth P2V2 - Installation Guide
2019-10-17
Installation Guide How to install the Bluetooth module BT Volvo P2V2 A step-by-step guide for installing the Bluetooth module instead of the original GSM modem. Jump to Section Overview Equipment Bluetooth Version Dismantling Installation…
Volvo Abbreviations
2022-11-17
Volvo Abbreviations 2 VALVE 2 valves/cylinder 2VVT Double variable valve timing 2WD Two-wheel drive 4 VALVE 4 valves/cylinder 4C Continuously Controlled Chassis Concept 4CYL 4-cylinder engine 4DRS 4…
Big Brakes Upgrade for S/V60
2021-06-27
VDASH Guide Volvo S/V60 front brake upgrade Rebuild kit for upgrading original 300 mm front brakes to 336 mm front brakes using parts from the Volvo V60 D6. Brake upgrade From 300 mm to 336 mm front brakes This rebuild kit is intended for…