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…

Bluetooth P2V2 for Volvo
2019-10-17

Bluetooth P2V2 module - description / features / supported cars    

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…

EGR blanking plate - Euro3 D5 - D5244T/D5244T2
2019-11-04

If you load EGR OFF software into Euro3 engine (D5244T (120kW) or D5244T2 (96kW)) with VDASH, you must install EGR blanking plate according the pictures below: You can buy the blanking plate in our e-shop.    

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 /…

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…

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…

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 …

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…

Optical loop - MOST testing tool
2022-03-06

Optical loop order number 8688083 usefull for troubleshooting MOST network

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…

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…

VOLVO platforms
2018-12-30

Volvo Platforms P80 – classic This is for the S70, V70, C70 models. Usually, their year of production ranges from 1997 to 2004. These models are easily identified by the dashboard, which looks like the following photo: P1 – Platform 1 This is…

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.

VDD update from 2G to 4G modem, or exchange for CFE
2024-07-16

If the availability of 2G networks in your country deteriorates, and VDD has more frequent outages, we offer you the option of exchanging your old 1x/2x VDD for a newer 3x VDD version with a 4G modem. Conditions: 1) The VDD must be functional, it…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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: …

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: …

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…

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…

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,…

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 -…

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…

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…

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
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…