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: …
Boost Pressure Sensor Clogged - Diesel VEA and Latest D5 5-cyl
2020-01-17
VDASH Guide How to clean the boost pressure sensor Cleaning the boost pressure sensor on diesel 5-cylinder engines from 2012 or newer and 4-cylinder VEA engines. Cleaning Interval When to clean the boost pressure sensor If you have a…
Bluetooth P2V2 - User guide
2019-10-17
User Guide For Bluetooth module BT Volvo P2v2 1. Introduction Because the update is based on the original Phone Module (PHM) all the control of this updated module is same as an original one. So it’s recommended to be familiar with the…
VDD CEM Relay Bridge for Volvo P2 MY1998-2004
2021-04-19
VDD Guide VDD CEM Relay Bridge for Volvo P2 MY1998-2004 Required modification for selected Volvo P2 vehicles where the CEM disconnects the OBD socket after the key is removed from the ignition. Why the CEM Relay Bridge Is Needed On some…
Pairing SCU / SCL Unit
2023-10-05
VDASH Guide SCU / SCL Pairing in VDASH Preconditions and step-by-step instructions for pairing a new SCU / SCL unit using VDASH. Preconditions Before Starting SCU / SCL Pairing Before pairing the SCU / SCL unit in VDASH, make sure the…
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…
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. …
SPA / CMA Video in Motion and Pilot Assist
2020-05-21
VDASH Guide SPA / CMA Video in Motion and Pilot Assist How to activate Video in Motion on SPA / CMA models and enable the Pilot Assist function. Function activation What you need To activate this function, you first need to obtain the CEM…
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,…
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,…
Unlock Volvo DENSO VEA ECM with VDASH
2020-07-05
VDASH Guide Unlock Volvo DENSO VEA ECM with VDASH Quick tutorial for unlocking Volvo VEA ECM using VDASH and the UCBP adaptor. VEA ECM unlock How to unlock Volvo VEA ECM with VDASH How to unlock Volvo VEA ECM with VDASH? Follow this…
Upgrade the 1X / 2X Version VDD with 2G Modem to the 3X Version VDD with 4G/LTE Modem
2024-07-16
VDD Guide Upgrade or Buyback Options for VDD 1X / 2X Devices If 2G network availability in your country has deteriorated and your VDD has frequent communication outages, you may be eligible for an upgrade discount or a buyback option. VDD…
WAM Camera Calibration
2025-08-28
VDASH Guide WAM Camera Calibration Drive – Preconditions and Procedure A simple checklist and driving procedure for completing WAM camera calibration under the correct conditions in VDASH. Preconditions Before Starting Calibration Before…
Programming Modules in Volvo - Can I 'Kill It'?
2024-12-19
VDASH Guide Programming modules in Volvo cars – is it possible to "kill" them during software loading? Primary bootloader Programming modules in Volvo cars When powering up any Volvo electronic control module, the primary bootloader starts…
Configuration
2018-12-30
VDASH Guide Configuration – Vehicle Equipment Modification Overview of Volvo configuration changes available through VDASH across SPA / CMA, P3, P2, and P1 platforms. Vehicle equipment modification Configuration – Vehicle Equipment…
VDD - Independent Heater Command Doesn't Work
2026-04-22
VDD Guide Additional Fuel Operated Heater (FOH) Does Not Start when command called in VDD Mobile App Troubleshooting and VDASH configuration guidance when the Fuel Operated Heater does not react after selecting Turn Additional Heater On in the…
The D5T5 Credit and Refund Policy
2021-06-01
When can I request a refund? The D5T5 credit and refund policy You can request a refund for any unused credit within 21 days of purchase. After this period, refunds to your bank account are no longer possible. Please note that any additional…
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…
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…
P2 CEM Cover Leak
2026-07-09
VDASH Guide Volvo P2 water leaking into CEM Preventive solution for moisture entering the central CEM module on early facelift Volvo P2 models. Problem description The first years of facelift P2 models (V/XC70, S60, S80, XC90) - i.e. the…
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…
TFT Retrofit
2019-05-23
VDASH Guide Volvo P3 TFT DIM Retrofit How to retrofit the newer TFT instrument cluster into supported Volvo P3 cars using VDASH. TFT DIM retrofit Overview All older P3 platforms are equipped with the older version of the instrument…
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…
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…
Useful Official Volvo Links
2019-10-08
VDASH Guide Useful Official Volvo Links Official Volvo resources for map updates, user manuals, Volvo On Call apps, Volvo ID, and Webasto Telestart pairing. Official Volvo links Map updates Volvo map updates for SPA/CMA cars:https://www…
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…
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…