Newsletter october 2023
2023-10-09
News from D5T5.com 10/2023 In brief: Chiptuning and ECU copying for VEA P3 2014-2018 Volvo models via OBD only New pricing for VDASH FLAT (one price for unlimited configuration changes and tuning) CEM PIN decoding for SPA/CMA cars to modify…
VDD Dongle - CEM P2/P1 PIN decoding by VDD dongle - supported HW numbers
2022-03-07
VDD CEM Pin Decoding for Volvo P1 and P2 Vehicles VDD is capable of decoding the CEM PIN for some P1 or P2 vehicles; however, we cannot guarantee success. Based on our latest knowledge, it seems that the success of CEM PIN decoding depends on the…
Sensus - Navigation conversion US>EU MY2012-2014 (old sensus without globe key)
2020-06-23
If you want to convert your first generation Volvo Sensus (MY2012-2014 - without the globe key) navigation from USA market to Europe, then you need to load special conversion software via USB.Unfortunatelly, this service is not possible for now via…
ECM-U210100 - usual DTC for P2
2025-10-08
ECM-U210100 Control Module Configuration Incompatible. General Failure Information. No sub type information. This troublecode is usually related to P2 diesel platform, when you change car configuration for Fuel heater - With Timer only…
V90CC MY2019 Video in motion and PilotAssist
2020-05-21
How to activate video in motion in all SPA/CMA models and retrieve the Pilot Assisst (Autopilot) function: In order for you to get this function you need to obtain the CEM PIN code, which is done by using our VDASH PRO Verified dealer (red flag)!…
VDASH in virtual environment - VM / VMware / VirtualPC
2020-06-23
Running VDASH in a virtual environment is not allowed due to a very unstable between the USB connection and DiCE. We spent a lot of time running VDASH and car programming in a virtual environment and eventually decided to forbid using VDASH in said…
Market change USA to EU - P3 2015+
2020-05-20
This is a short video tutorial on how to change market-related settings in your Volvo, how to use IHU Engineering mode and how to activate your GPS. Side note: After your GPS has been activated we recommend turning the car off and locking it…
VDASH support for iCUP / Android Volvo cars - diagnostics
2023-09-18
VDASH support for iCUP / Android Volvo cars - diagnostics The new generation of Volvo cars with the Android system (iCUP) comes equipped with state-of-the-art security features and an integrated firewall. This firewall is housed within a cutting…
Activate fuel heater for P2
2020-03-02
How to activate the fuel heater using VDASH? You can do this using two different ways: A/ With the timer and additional heater - this option will display the timer in the menu, and the heater will begin to operate automatically once the outside…
Sensus connect - Navigation activation with VDASH
2020-01-17
If there's Sensus connect installed in your vehicle and you are able to see this message once having pushed the NAV button or it simply appears in VDASH, it means that your vehicle has a navigation map for certain regions or countries in places…
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…
VDASH PRICELIST - CENÍK
2020-07-09
Description of Volvo platforms: https://d5t5.com/article/volvo-platforms How to unlock the VEA engine control unit (ECM): https://d5t5.com/wiki/wiki/article-how-unlock-and-tune-vea-with-vdash-ucbp
What cars the VDD supports
2021-06-21
VDD description is here: VDASH VDD Dongle To find out what is supported in your car, enter the VIN and press Enter:
Volvo PIN codes explained
2024-03-12
CEM PIN, ECM PIN, IMMO code, and other codes in Volvo cars: why some units can't be easily cloned via OBD and can't be used from another vehicle without modifications. Every Volvo since 1998 has two basic security levels: CEM and ECM. In newer…
TFT retrofit
2019-05-23
TFT DIM Retrofit - A platform for series P3 (S/V60, XC60, S80II, XC/V70III) All older platforms - P3 are all equipped with the older version of the instrumental board. (DIM) or These vehicles can be modernized and equipped with much more modern…
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…
Upgrade 1x/2x version VDD with 2G modem to 3x version VDD with 4G/LTE modem
2024-07-16
Upgrade VDD 1x/2x version to 3x version, or VDD 1x/2x version buyback VDD 1x/2x version are equipped with 2G modem VDD 3x version is equipped with 4G modem Modem version explanation If the availability of 2G networks in your country deteriorates,…
Engine Remote Start - ERS
2020-05-05
Certain P3 Volvo cars are able to start engine from car key (both 5-button and 6-button) after change of the cars configuration. List of supported cars and tutorial how to start the engine is described below. Cars: - the car must have an automatic…
IHU Engineering Mode - change region settings P3
2020-01-17
After you have changed the region settings in car configuration (for example the USA market to EU), you also need to change the region settings in the entertainment system. If you do not do this the entire infotainment system will be extremely slow…
P2 MY 1998 - 2004 VDD - úprava CEM pro podporu commandu na vozech P2 MY2000 - MY 2003
2021-04-19
VDD bridge CEM relays To be able to turn on the independent heater, lock, unlock etc.... for Volvo P2 MY 1998 - 2004, you need to bridge the relay in the CEM which disconnects the OBD socket when the key is removed from the ignition.
Official Volvo links
2019-10-08
Here are some usefull official Volvo links: Volvo map updates for SPA/CMA cars: https://www.volvocars.com/uk/support/downloads/maps/spa Volvo map updates for P3 - Sensus Connect (with globe key):https://www.volvocars.com/uk/support…
Programming modules in Volvo - can I 'kill it'?
2024-12-19
Programming modules in Volvo cars - is it possible to kill it during software loading? When power-up any Volvo electronic control module, the primary bootloader starts (PBL) for 20 ms (0.02 seconds). During this time the control module receive a…
VDASH - Volvo Diagnostika
2018-11-10
VDASH - Professional Volvo Diagnostics VDASH is a sophisticated software designed for Windows Vista / 7 / 8 / 10 / 11 operating systems, requiring an internet connection to function. Its primary purpose is the diagnosis and software update of…
Volvo abbreviations - zkratky
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 door car…
VIDA purchase failed: 201 - this car is blocked for software download
2025-05-04
How to Unblock Your Volvo for Future VIDA Software Updates If you’ve changed the configuration of your SPA or CMA Volvo using VDASH and later connected it to the official Volvo VIDA system, VIDA will automatically detect the change. This happens…
VOLVO platforms
2018-12-30
Volvo Platforms P80 – classic This is for the S70, V70, C70 models. Usually, their year of production ranges from 1997 to 2004. These models are easily identified by the dashboard, which looks like the following photo: P1 – Platform 1 This is…
Volvo tuning explained
2024-03-13
Optimalizace výkonu motoru, odstavení EGR, DPF a lambda sondy Jedná se o zvýšení výkonu motoru, neboli tuning, který je možný úpravou ovládacího softwaru motorové jednotky, případně úpravou některých hardwarových částí motoru. Dodavatelem softwaru…