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…

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…

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…

VDASH in virtual environment - VM / VMware / VirtualPC
2020-06-23

Running VDASH in a virtual environment is not allowed due to a very unstable between the USB connection and DiCE. We spent a lot of time running VDASH and car programming in a virtual environment and eventually decided to forbid using VDASH in said…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.

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…

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…

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…

ECM PIN decoding (applicable only for P3, SPA/CMA and P1 MY2012+)
2018-11-10

PIN decoding for ECM - motor unit - chiptuning EDC16C31 in platform 3 - 5-cyl diesel Euro4 engines - if you need to decode this unit, use our contact form or contact our dealers from VDASH PRO or VDASH PRO VERIFIED.- or send the ECU to us https:/…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Refund/credit policy | Politika refundace peněz / kreditu
2021-06-01

When is it possible to request a refund? All unused credit is possible to be returned within 21 days from purchase. After this period has passed it is not possible to request a refund of purchased credit back to your bank account. All additional…

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 /…

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)!…

Web release notes
2023-10-16

Web release notes

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,…

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…

Sensus connect - Navigation activation with VDASH
2020-01-17

If there's Sensus connect installed in your vehicle and you are able to see this message once having pushed the NAV button or it simply appears in VDASH, it means that your vehicle has a navigation map for certain regions or countries in places…

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…

Bluetooth P2V2 - Installation guide
2019-10-17

How to install the Bluetooth module BT Volvo P2V2 Note: Before you begin, make sure you have read the manual beforehand. Warning: The Bluetooth module is a plate highly sensitive to electromagnetic fields. Therefore you must be careful…

Release notes
2023-10-29

Release notes

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…