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: …

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…

VDASH and Language Change in Your Volvo
2026-04-17

VDASH Guide Change the Language of Your Volvo with VDASH Language change Language Change Made Simple Changing the language in a Volvo vehicle is often assumed to be a complex process requiring security credentials or deep system access.…

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…

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…

VDASH - Volvo Diagnostics
2018-11-10

VDASH Professional Volvo diagnostics,configuration and service software Advanced diagnostics, configuration, software update and service tool for personal Volvo vehicles — designed for workshops, professionals and experienced Volvo owners.…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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 …

VDD - Independent Heater Command Doesn't Work
2026-04-22

VDD Guide Additional Fuel Operated Heater (FOH) Does Not Start when command called in VDD Mobile App Troubleshooting and VDASH configuration guidance when the Fuel Operated Heater does not react after selecting Turn Additional Heater On in the…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

VDD Dongle Firmware Release Notes
2022-04-25

VDD Dongle Firmware Release Notes    

Turbocharger Scheme and Regulation Explained
2024-03-15

VDASH Guide How the turbocharger works Basic explanation of turbocharger regulation, wastegate, bypass valve, blow-off valve, and the most common faults. Basic principle How the turbocharger creates boost pressure The turbocharger draws in…

Bluetooth P2V2 for Volvo
2019-10-17

Bluetooth P2V2 module - description / features / supported cars    

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…

Web Release Notes
2023-10-16

Web Release Notes  

VDASH Release Notes
2023-05-16

VDASH Release Notes  

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…

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…

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. …

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…

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 …