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…

Upgrade 1x/2x version VDD with 2G modem to 3x version VDD with 4G/LTE modem
2024-07-16

Upgrade VDD 1x/2x version to 3x version, or VDD 1x/2x version buyback VDD 1x/2x version are equipped with 2G modem VDD 3x version is equipped with 4G modem  Modem version explanation   If the availability of 2G networks in your country deteriorates,…

SRS-CFFF / CFFF Fix
2019-09-30

SRS-CFFF Very common fault for Volvo P1 cars (C30 / S40II / V50 / C70). Official way how to fix this eeror is replace the SRS unit by Volvo dealer for approx 800,- Eur. VDASH can fix this error via OBD without any harm of airbag system (all will…

Sensus - Navigation conversion US>EU MY2012-2014 (old sensus without globe key)
2020-06-23

If you want to convert your first generation Volvo Sensus (MY2012-2014 - without the globe key) navigation from USA market to Europe, then you need to load special conversion software via USB.Unfortunatelly, this service is not possible for now via…

XC90 LED Tail lights upgrade - MY2006+
2020-06-15

This is a quick tutorial on how to upgrade rear/tail lights for Volvo XC90s to LED lights, so you can go from this: to this: You will need: - LED lamps :)- your car must be MY2006 and above- the latest REM software- CEM configuration with VDASH: …

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…

Newsletter-1-April-2021
2021-03-31

D5T5 Newsletter 2021 - 1. April 2021 VDASH Accounts categories – Home/Garage with Sponsored/Small/Pro/Verified subscriptions D5T5 Support via HelpDesk system – https://d5t5.com/helpdesk/ Debit/Credit Card payments rolled out worldwide (a cheaper…

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…

VDD Dongle firmware release notes
2022-04-25

VDD Dongle firmware release notes

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…

Engine Remote Start - ERS
2020-05-05

Certain P3 Volvo cars are able to start engine from car key (both 5-button and 6-button) after change of the cars configuration. List of supported cars and tutorial how to start the engine is described below. Cars: - the car must have an automatic…

The CANALT wiring for VDD - SPA / CMA vehicle support
2021-11-15

The VDD Dongle CANALT wiring for SPA CMA cars The VDD dongle needs access to low speed CAN bus to enable to see status of locks, doors and windows, as well as to support Parking heater or Remote Engine start commands.  To provide access to low speed…

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 - Fuel Heater doesn’t start when command “Heater Start” sent
2021-02-03

VDD Dongle - additional heater will not turn on after “Turn additional heater on” has been clicked on in the D5T5 VDD mobile app      - Check all Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) related to additional heater on the Service page in the VDD…

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…

What cars the VDD supports
2021-06-21

VDD description is here: VDASH VDD Dongle To find out what is supported in your car, enter the VIN and press Enter:  

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…

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…

IHU Engineering Mode - change region settings P3
2020-01-17

After you have changed the region settings in car configuration (for example the USA market to EU), you also need to change the region settings in the entertainment system. If you do not do this the entire infotainment system will be extremely slow…

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…

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…

MVBM-B16527F Volvo mildhybrid battery fixup with VDASH (MVBM-B1652-7F)
2025-02-27

MVBM-B16527F repair If you have any mildhybrid Volvo with 48V battery (model year 2020+) and you crash just a little bit, your engine stop starting. This is caused by security reason and the main relay in the MVBM battery is disconnected. Volvo…

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…

P2 CEM cover leak / P2 protékání vody na CEM
2024-09-12

První ročníky faceliftových P2 (V/XC70, S60, S80, XC90) - t.j. celý ročník MY 2005 a první týdny MY2006 - trpí problémem vnikání vlhkosti resp. vody do centrální jednotky CEM. Jedná se o výrobní vadu, často se projevujcí.  A - pokud není preventivně…

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…

VDASH PRICELIST - CENÍK
2020-07-09

Description of Volvo platforms: https://d5t5.com/article/volvo-platforms How to unlock the VEA engine control unit (ECM): https://d5t5.com/wiki/wiki/article-how-unlock-and-tune-vea-with-vdash-ucbp

P2 MY 1998 - 2004 VDD - úprava CEM pro podporu commandu na vozech P2 MY2000 - MY 2003
2021-04-19

VDD bridge CEM relays To be able to turn on the independent heater, lock, unlock etc.... for Volvo P2 MY 1998 - 2004, you need to bridge the relay in the CEM which disconnects the OBD socket when the key is removed from the ignition.

Volvo abbreviations - zkratky
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 door car…