The D5T5 Credit and Refund Policy
2021-06-01

When can I request a refund? The D5T5 credit and refund policy You can request a refund for any unused credit within 21 days of purchase. After this period, refunds to your bank account are no longer possible. Please note that any additional…

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 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…

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 …

Volvo Tuning Explained
2026-07-08

VDASH Guide Volvo Tuning Explained Engine performance optimization, EGR, DPF and lambda sensor deactivation. Performance optimization Engine performance optimization This is an increase in engine performance, or tuning, which is possible…

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 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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Boost Pressure Sensor Clogged - Diesel VEA and Latest D5 5-cyl
2020-01-17

VDASH Guide How to clean the boost pressure sensor Cleaning the boost pressure sensor on diesel 5-cylinder engines from 2012 or newer and 4-cylinder VEA engines. Cleaning Interval When to clean the boost pressure sensor If you have a…

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…

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: …

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

Heated Steering Wheel on a P3 MY2012+
2024-12-14

VDASH Guide Volvo P3 SENSUS Heated Steering Wheel Retrofit How to retrofit a heated steering wheel on compatible Volvo P3 SENSUS cars using VDASH. Heated steering wheel retrofit Applicable vehicles Applicable for: MY 2012+ – S80II, V70III…

Authorizing a New Computer in VDASH
2019-10-15

VDASH Guide VDASH Computer Authorization How to authorize a new computer when all VDASH hardware slots are already used. Authorize a new computer Why this message appears If you see this notification in VDASH, there has most likely…

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…

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.…

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…

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 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…