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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

Web release notes
2023-10-16

Web release notes

Pairing SCU / SCL unit
2023-10-05

Preconditions IMMO code must present - for P3 cars it is automatically decoded when CEM PIN is present or successfully decoded. The SCU / SCL unit must be new virgin (blue box), used SCU / SCL from another car can't be used. Procedure Ignition…

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…

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…

Bluetooth modul BT PHONE P3GSM - Installation guide
2021-09-03

Installation Guide For the Bluetooth module BT PHONE P3GSMand audio extensions   Note: Please read the whole Guide first before you start with the replacement. Caution: The Bluetooth module is an ESD sensitive board. Be careful after…

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: …

Release notes
2023-10-29

Release notes

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Volvo DiCE - update
2019-09-30

EN DiCE update VDASH works best with the latest Windows driver and the latest DiCE firmware. Both available for download: https://d5t5.com/sw/SetupDiCE.exe  Update the DiCE firmware DiCE with SN 2xx.xxx to version 5.6.2 from: c:\Program Files\DiCE…

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…

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.

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…

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…

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:…

Optical loop - MOST testing tool
2022-03-06

Optical loop order number 8688083 usefull for troubleshooting MOST network

Jazyk
2018-11-25

Custom language for your Volvo is easy and without limitations with us! Unlike official dealers, we are not limited by model years or other aspects but only by the vehicle's hardware capabilities. This allows us to offer Czech language support…

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…