Downloading Software And Replacing The Control Module
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Volvo V70, 2009 Volvo V70, and 2008 Volvo V70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Software can be downloaded to the Bluetooth phone module (BPM). When software is ordered, the vehicle' software and hardware is compared to Volvo's central database. If they are compatible, the software is downloaded to the system.
If the comparison between the vehicle and the Volvo central database does not correspond, the database is updated with the vehicle configuration, and then the software and any security codes (Security access code) is downloaded.