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 …
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 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%…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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 - 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
WAM Camera Calibration
2025-08-28
VDASH Guide WAM Camera Calibration Drive – Preconditions and Procedure A simple checklist and driving procedure for completing WAM camera calibration under the correct conditions in VDASH. Preconditions Before Starting Calibration Before…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…