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…
VDD Dongle
2018-11-26
VDD Unlock the full potentialof your Volvo VDD is a plug-in OBD-II Volvo function extender for remote diagnostics, live vehicle monitoring, reading and clearing DTCs, and everyday control from the VDD mobile app or web interface. Buy VDD …
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…
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…
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. …
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…
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…
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 …
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…
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…
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.
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…
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: …
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
EGR Blanking Plate – Euro3 D5 – D5244T/D5244T2
2019-11-04
VDASH Guide EGR OFF – Euro 3 engines Important note for D5244T and D5244T2 engines when loading EGR OFF software with VDASH. EGR blanking plate EGR OFF software for Euro 3 engines If you load EGR OFF software into a Euro 3 engine (D5244T …
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…
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…
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…
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…