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…
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…
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 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…
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: …
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
Bluetooth modul BT PHONE P3GSM - User Guide
2021-09-02
User Guide Bluetooth modul BT PHONE P3GSMa volitelné rozšíření pro poslech hudby 1. Introduction Because the update is based on the original Phone Module (PHM) all the control of this updated module is the same as the original one. So it’s…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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%…
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…
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…