Big Brakes Upgrade for S/V60
2021-06-27

VDASH Guide Volvo S/V60 front brake upgrade Rebuild kit for upgrading original 300 mm front brakes to 336 mm front brakes using parts from the Volvo V60 D6. Brake upgrade From 300 mm to 336 mm front brakes This rebuild kit is intended for…

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 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…

Unlock Volvo DENSO VEA ECM with VDASH
2020-07-05

VDASH Guide Unlock Volvo DENSO VEA ECM with VDASH Quick tutorial for unlocking Volvo VEA ECM using VDASH and the UCBP adaptor. VEA ECM unlock How to unlock Volvo VEA ECM with VDASH How to unlock Volvo VEA ECM with VDASH? Follow this…

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…

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…

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.      

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…

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…

Release Notes
2023-10-29

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VDD - Independent Heater Command Doesn't Work
2026-04-22

VDD Guide Additional Fuel Operated Heater (FOH) Does Not Start when command called in VDD Mobile App Troubleshooting and VDASH configuration guidance when the Fuel Operated Heater does not react after selecting Turn Additional Heater On in the…

Volvo Keys and VDASH
2026-04-14

VDASH Guide Volvo Keys & Remotes Explained Volvo car keys have gradually evolved from classic physical ignition keys with separate remote controls to modern keyless systems. This guide explains how Volvo keys work, which PIN codes are…

VDASH Release Notes
2023-05-16

VDASH Release Notes  

VDD Dongle Firmware Release Notes
2022-04-25

VDD Dongle Firmware Release Notes    

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…

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…

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…

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,…

WAM Camera Calibration
2025-08-28

VDASH Guide WAM Camera Calibration Drive – Preconditions and Procedure A simple checklist and driving procedure for completing WAM camera calibration under the correct conditions in VDASH. Preconditions Before Starting Calibration Before…

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…

Configuration
2018-12-30

VDASH Guide Configuration – Vehicle Equipment Modification Overview of Volvo configuration changes available through VDASH across SPA / CMA, P3, P2, and P1 platforms. Vehicle equipment modification Configuration – Vehicle Equipment…

Programming Modules in Volvo - Can I 'Kill It'?
2024-12-19

VDASH Guide Programming modules in Volvo cars – is it possible to "kill" them during software loading? Primary bootloader Programming modules in Volvo cars When powering up any Volvo electronic control module, the primary bootloader starts…

MVBM-B16527F – Battery Fixup with VDASH
2025-02-27

VDASH Guide MVBM-B16527F Repair for Volvo 48V Mild Hybrid Information about MVBM crash-detected faults on Volvo mild-hybrid vehicles with a 48V battery, including VDASH repair options, supported hardware, DTCs, and pricing. Fault Overview …

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…

Web Release Notes
2023-10-16

Web Release Notes  

EGR Blanking Plate – Euro3 D5 – D5244T/D5244T2
2019-11-04

VDASH Guide EGR OFF – Euro 3 engines Important note for D5244T and D5244T2 engines when loading EGR OFF software with VDASH. EGR blanking plate EGR OFF software for Euro 3 engines If you load EGR OFF software into a Euro 3 engine (D5244T …

SPA / CMA Video in Motion and Pilot Assist
2020-05-21

VDASH Guide SPA / CMA Video in Motion and Pilot Assist How to activate Video in Motion on SPA / CMA models and enable the Pilot Assist function. Function activation What you need To activate this function, you first need to obtain the CEM…

Boost Pressure Sensor Clogged - Diesel VEA and Latest D5 5-cyl
2020-01-17

VDASH Guide How to clean the boost pressure sensor Cleaning the boost pressure sensor on diesel 5-cylinder engines from 2012 or newer and 4-cylinder VEA engines. Cleaning Interval When to clean the boost pressure sensor If you have a…

CANALT – VDD Support for SPA / CMA Volvos
2021-11-15

VDD Guide CANALT Wiring for SPA / CMA Volvos Newer Volvo SPA and CMA platforms require access to the low-speed CAN bus for selected VDD functions to work correctly. Why CANALT Wiring Is Needed For VDD to work properly on newer Volvo…

Bluetooth P2V2 for Volvo
2019-10-17

Bluetooth P2V2 module - description / features / supported cars