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,…

Check the VDD Compatibility of Your Volvo
2021-06-21

  Check the VDD compatibilityof your Volvo.   To see which functions are supported, enter your VIN in the search bar and press Enter.      

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…

Bluetooth P2V2 for Volvo
2019-10-17

Bluetooth P2V2 module - description / features / supported cars    

VIDA Purchase Failed: 201 - This car is blocked for software download
2025-05-04

VDASH Guide How to Unblock Your Volvo for Future VIDA Software Updates What to do if an SPA or CMA Volvo becomes blocked for official VIDA software updates after configuration changes. VIDA software update block Why the vehicle gets…

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…

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…

Volvo PIN Codes Explained
2026-04-07

VDASH Guide Volvo PIN Codes Explained Every Volvo since 1998 has two basic security levels: CEM and ECM. In newer vehicles, additional units like IEM, VGM, and others are integrated into this security system. Jump to Section Overview What…

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…

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…

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…

MVBM-B16527F – Battery Fixup with VDASH
2025-02-27

VDASH Guide MVBM-B16527F Repair for Volvo 48V Mild Hybrid Information about MVBM crash-detected faults on Volvo mild-hybrid vehicles with a 48V battery, including VDASH repair options, supported hardware, DTCs, and pricing. Fault Overview …

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…

VDD App
2020-09-04

VDD App The VDD app allows remote control and monitoring of supported Volvo cars. You can check the vehicle service status, use remote functions such as heater or ventilation control, get remote assistance in case of vehicle issues, use the…

Volvo Sensus USA to EU Navigation Conversion
2020-06-23

VDASH Guide Volvo Sensus USA to EU Navigation Conversion How to convert old Volvo Sensus navigation from the USA market to EU – MY2012-2014. Sensus navigation conversion When this applies If you want to convert first-generation Volvo…

Web Release Notes
2023-10-16

Web Release Notes  

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…

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…

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…

Volvo Diesel Injectors Codes and Engine Variants
2024-03-15

VDASH Guide Injector part numbers Injector coding Injector part numbers according to Volvo platform and engine code Some of these injectors require coding the IMA codes or the injector class. Both can be done with VDASH or VIDA. Part…

Release Notes
2023-10-29

Release Notes    

Volvo P3 Configuration Changes with VDASH
2020-07-11

VDASH Guide Volvo P3 Configuration Changes with VDASH A concise overview of common P3 configuration changes available in VDASH. P3 configuration changes Before you start To change the configuration on P3 cars, you need to decode the CEM…

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…

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…

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%…

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…

Optical Loop - MOST Testing Tool
2022-03-06

VDASH Guide Volvo Optical Loop for MOST Troubleshooting A small but useful diagnostic part for checking the optical MOST network in Volvo vehicles. Optical Loop Optical loop order number 8688083 is useful for troubleshooting the MOST…

Volvo Tuning Explained
2026-07-08

VDASH Guide Volvo Tuning Explained Engine performance optimization, EGR, DPF and lambda sensor deactivation. Performance optimization Engine performance optimization This is an increase in engine performance, or tuning, which is possible…

VDASH in Virtual Environment – VM / VMware / VirtualPC
2020-06-23

VDASH Guide Running VDASH in a Virtual Environment Why VDASH should be installed directly on a native Windows system instead of a virtual machine. Virtual environments are not supported Why VDASH is not allowed in a virtual machine…

Typical Errors After Engine Optimization
2022-06-13

VDASH Guide Typical Errors – DTCs After Engine Optimization Typical diagnostic error messages after performance optimization and what they mean. Engine optimization checksum errors Why these errors appear After performing engine…