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…

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. …

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…

Web Release Notes
2023-10-16

Web Release Notes  

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 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…

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…

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 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…

Release Notes
2023-10-29

Release Notes    

Volvo Diesel Injectors Codes and Engine Variants
2024-03-15

VDASH Guide Injector part numbers Injector coding Injector part numbers according to Volvo platform and engine code Some of these injectors require coding the IMA codes or the injector class. Both can be done with VDASH or VIDA. Part…

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: …

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…

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,…

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.      

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…