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…
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,…
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 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 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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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%…
VDASH Support for iCUP / Android Volvo Cars - Diagnostics
2026-07-02
VDASH Guide VDASH Support for iCUP / Android Volvo Cars Diagnostic support information for newer Volvo vehicles equipped with the Android-based iCUP system and VGM security gateway. iCUP / Android Volvo Security iCUP / Android Volvo…
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…
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 …
Big Brakes Upgrade for S/V60
2021-06-27
VDASH Guide Volvo S/V60 front brake upgrade Rebuild kit for upgrading original 300 mm front brakes to 336 mm front brakes using parts from the Volvo V60 D6. Brake upgrade From 300 mm to 336 mm front brakes This rebuild kit is intended for…
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 …
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 …
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…
VCM Battery Reset
2026-08-10
VDASH Guide VCM Battery Reset How to reset the Volvo VCM backup battery in VDASH. VCM battery reset Overview The VCM, or Vehicle Connectivity Module, is responsible for several important connectivity and telematics functions in Volvo…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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: …
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…
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…