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…
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…
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…
How to appear on the MAP as a D5T5 dealer?
2020-06-22
If you wish to be visible as a dealer on the D5T5 map, all that it requires is you simply going to VDASH and change the settings to dealer. https://d5t5.com/dealers/ The map is updated once every 24 hours.
Volvo PIN codes explained
2024-03-12
CEM PIN, ECM PIN, IMMO code, and other codes in Volvo cars: why some units can't be easily cloned via OBD and can't be used from another vehicle without modifications. Every Volvo since 1998 has two basic security levels: CEM and ECM. In newer…
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…
Volvo P2 keys and remotes explained
2024-03-13
Remote keys and ignition keys in Volvo P2 vehicles Volvo platforms are describedhere: VOLVO platforms The ignition key and the remote control in Volvo P2 platform vehicles are separate, and essentially, they do not relate to each other at all. The…
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…
V90CC MY2019 Video in motion and PilotAssist
2020-05-21
How to activate video in motion in all SPA/CMA models and retrieve the Pilot Assisst (Autopilot) function: In order for you to get this function you need to obtain the CEM PIN code, which is done by using our VDASH PRO Verified dealer (red flag)!…
VDASH - Volvo Diagnostika
2018-11-10
VDASH - Professional Volvo Diagnostics VDASH is a sophisticated software designed for Windows Vista / 7 / 8 / 10 / 11 operating systems, requiring an internet connection to function. Its primary purpose is the diagnosis and software update of…
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…
CEM PIN - car configuration
2019-09-30
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, activate navigation,…
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…
Big brakes upgrade for S/V60
2021-06-27
Rebuild kit for the front brakes in Volvo S/V60s with the original diameter 300-mm. Parts used from V60 D6 with a diameter 336-mm. Part numbers needed for complete rebuild: 2 pcs belt holder: 8603758 Brake calliper PP: 36000375 Brake calliper LP:…
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…
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…
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…
Optical loop - MOST testing tool
2022-03-06
Optical loop order number 8688083 usefull for troubleshooting MOST network
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…
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…
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…
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:
Configuration changes - P3 cars
2020-07-11
For change configuration in P3 you need to decode CEM PIN via OBD with VDASH - how to do it is described here: https://d5t5.com/article/volvo-cem-pin-code This is applicable only for P3 cars: V40II / V40CC / S60II / S60CC / V60 / V60CC / XC60 /…
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: …
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.
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…
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,…
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 -…