VIDA purchase failed: 201 - this car is blocked for software download
2025-05-04
How to Unblock Your Volvo for Future VIDA Software Updates If you’ve changed the configuration of your SPA or CMA Volvo using VDASH and later connected it to the official Volvo VIDA system, VIDA will automatically detect the change. This happens…
VDD Dongle
2018-11-26
VDD - VDASH DONGLE – remote diagnostics, function extender, etc... UPDATE: VDD officialy available NOW in our e-shop! VDD - Volvo function extender To find out what is supported in your car, enter the VIN and press Enter: VDASH Dongle (VDD) is…
Programming modules in Volvo - can I 'kill it'?
2024-12-19
Programming modules in Volvo cars - is it possible to kill it during software loading? When power-up any Volvo electronic control module, the primary bootloader starts (PBL) for 20 ms (0.02 seconds). During this time the control module receive a…
VDD Dongle - CEM P2/P1 PIN decoding by VDD dongle - supported HW numbers
2022-03-07
VDD CEM Pin Decoding for Volvo P1 and P2 Vehicles VDD is capable of decoding the CEM PIN for some P1 or P2 vehicles; however, we cannot guarantee success. Based on our latest knowledge, it seems that the success of CEM PIN decoding depends on the…
VDASH FLAT Tariffs
2023-10-09
Unlimited VDASH FLAT Config and VDASH FLAT Ultimate Plans In VDASH, two new tariff categories are now available for specific VIN (one vehicle), differing in the scope of services/software included in the tariff price. The FLAT tariff is generally…
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,…
Turbocharger scheme and regulation explained
2024-03-15
How the tubrocharger works, what is WasteGate and why is the bypass or blow-off valve needed? Below this text is basic schematic of turbocharger control. Of course, this may vary for some vehicles, so let's say it's like a 2005 Volvo V70 T5. On…
Volvo tuning explained
2024-03-13
Optimalizace výkonu motoru, odstavení EGR, DPF a lambda sondy Jedná se o zvýšení výkonu motoru, neboli tuning, který je možný úpravou ovládacího softwaru motorové jednotky, případně úpravou některých hardwarových částí motoru. Dodavatelem softwaru…
Activate fuel heater for P2
2020-03-02
How to activate the fuel heater using VDASH? You can do this using two different ways: A/ With the timer and additional heater - this option will display the timer in the menu, and the heater will begin to operate automatically once the outside…
Známé chyby po nahrání optimalizace výkonu
2022-06-13
After performing engine optimization, the following errors are 95% likely to occur, which are only visible after loading any diagnostics. These are engine unit software checksum - ECM. The original checksum of the engine unit is stored in the memory…
VDASH PRO account
2020-02-27
VDASH PRO is one year subscription with these benefits for you: 25% discount off end user prices all latest features what are we developing every day free injector coding, custom service message, custom TFT boot screen for supported cars advertise…
ECU repairs
2018-11-10
Repair of units DIM - combi instrument - instrument panel The dashboard of the Volvo MY 1999-2007 type S60, V70II, XC70II, S80, XC90 has the following problems: Fast running clock Failing gauge needles Extinguishing…
VEA unlock - tune - DENSO
2020-07-05
How to unlock Volvo VEA ECM with VDASH? Follow this tutorial! If you dont have UCBP and you want to tune your car, you can build your own UCBP - HERE or just buy ours from our e-shop - HERE Supported HW numbers: …
TFT retrofit
2019-05-23
TFT DIM Retrofit - A platform for series P3 (S/V60, XC60, S80II, XC/V70III) All older platforms - P3 are all equipped with the older version of the instrumental board. (DIM) or These vehicles can be modernized and equipped with much more modern…
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 They…
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…
VDASH and Language Change in Your Volvo
2026-04-17
Change the Language of Your Volvo with VDASH Modern Volvo vehicles use advanced software-driven architecture, allowing many features to be configured digitally. One of the most useful examples is changing the vehicle system language, making the…
Official Volvo links
2019-10-08
Here are some usefull official Volvo links: Volvo map updates for SPA/CMA cars: https://www.volvocars.com/uk/support/downloads/maps/spa Volvo map updates for P3 - Sensus Connect (with globe key):https://www.volvocars.com/uk/support…
Market change USA to EU - P3 2015+
2020-05-20
This is a short video tutorial on how to change market-related settings in your Volvo, how to use IHU Engineering mode and how to activate your GPS. Side note: After your GPS has been activated we recommend turning the car off and locking it…
P3 MY2012+ heated steering wheel
2024-12-14
How to retrofit heated steering wheel for all Volvo P3 SENSUS cars: Applicable for S80, V70, XC70, XC60 MY 2012+ and S/V60 MY 2013+ What you need: heated steering wheel HSWM module (heating unit for the steering wheel) - 31343460 SAS ring -…
ECM-U210100 - usual DTC for P2
2025-10-08
ECM-U210100 Control Module Configuration Incompatible. General Failure Information. No sub type information. This troublecode is usually related to P2 diesel platform, when you change car configuration for Fuel heater - With Timer only…
Authorizing a new computer in VDASH
2019-10-15
If you've come across this notification in the VDASH system then most likely there has been a hardware change in your computer, or you have gotten a new computer and all spots for VDASH hardware are full. You can authorize your new computer via…
Volvo diesel injectors codes and engine variants
2024-03-15
Injector part numbers according the Volvo platform and engine code Volvo platforms recognition is here: VOLVO platforms Some of those injectors requires coding the IMA codes or the injector class. Both can be done with VDASH or VIDA. P3 only …
VDD Application
2020-09-04
Vdash Dongle application Application for remote controling Volvo cars. Service monitoring, remote controled additional functions (like starting fuel heater, air condition, ..). Remote assistance in case there's something wrong with the car or…
Bluetooth P2V2 - Installation guide
2019-10-17
How to install the Bluetooth module BT Volvo P2V2 Note: Before you begin, make sure you have read the manual beforehand. Warning: The Bluetooth module is a plate highly sensitive to electromagnetic fields. Therefore you must be careful…
Optical loop - MOST testing tool
2022-03-06
Optical loop order number 8688083 usefull for troubleshooting MOST network
VDASH support for iCUP / Android Volvo cars - diagnostics
2023-09-18
VDASH support for iCUP / Android Volvo cars - diagnostics The new generation of Volvo cars with the Android system (iCUP) comes equipped with state-of-the-art security features and an integrated firewall. This firewall is housed within a cutting…
WAM camera calibration
2025-08-28
Preconditions Enough of daylight. Unfolded mirrors. All doors and tailgate closed. Trailer must be not connected. Procedure Drive the car at a speed between 4 and 45 km/h, ideally around 15 km/h. Keep the steering wheel in a straight position…
SPA and CMA mileage manipulation
2025-02-28
Custom mileage manipulation of your Volvo SPA/CMA In new Volvo cars platform SPA and CMA is implemented advanced milage synchronization across entire car (all modules), therefore if someone has and idea to swap instrument cluster (DIM) for another…
Boost pressure sensor clogged - diesel VEA and latest D5 5-cyl.
2020-01-17
If you have diesel car with 5-cylinder engine from 2012 or newer, or you have 4-cylinder VEA engine, then you need to clean the boost pressure sensor every 30-80.000-km. Otherwise your engine power will rapidly decrease and you can expect the engine…