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%…

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 …

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…

Authorizing a New Computer in VDASH
2019-10-15

VDASH Guide VDASH Computer Authorization How to authorize a new computer when all VDASH hardware slots are already used. Authorize a new computer Why this message appears If you see this notification in VDASH, there has most likely…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.      

SPA and CMA Mileage Manipulation
2025-02-28

VDASH Guide SPA and CMA Mileage Manipulation Important information about mileage synchronization when replacing the instrument cluster (DIM) in Volvo SPA and CMA vehicles. Mileage synchronization Custom mileage manipulation of your Volvo…

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…

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 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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Refund/credit policy | Politika refundace peněz / kreditu
2021-06-01

When is it possible to request a refund? All unused credit is possible to be returned within 21 days from purchase. After this period has passed it is not possible to request a refund of purchased credit back to your bank account. All additional…

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…

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…

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…

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 Firmware Release Notes
2022-04-25

VDD Dongle Firmware Release Notes