I may have to put a new throttle module on Volvo and noticed the Launch Volvo software now supports Throttle Adaption under the SPECIAL FUNCTION menu. I am wondering if anyone has ever used this when refitting a new ETM or will the new ETM need software programmed into it to "marry it t the car"?

Volvo software is able to code modules so that the vehicle recognizes and accepts the replacement. If you are replacing with a new module from the dealer, there will be no problem depending on the year/model of the Volvo. 

If you are planning to use a used module we will not be able to code it because it will need to be programmed/flashed, which you cannot do with LAUNCH tools.

Check the sticker on the timing belt cover to see what engine type you are working with, then search our Vehicle Coverage for Volvo to see if throttle adaptations has been added. I skimmed through and saw it available for B5254T2 and B6294T engines, of the S60 and S80 models. This is offered for vehicles roughly between 2002 and 2006.

Hopefully you will not confuse "reset adaptations" with "adapting the throttle"...but for other readers out there that need clarification: "reset adaptations" SHOULD NEVER BE PERFORMED UNLESS YOU ARE PREPARED TO HAVE THE MODULE FLASHED!

Thanks so much for the clarification, it helps me to know how to proceed. 

One follow up Question on the "reset adaptions" issue you brought up, does the same caution about not using reset adaption unless you are planning to program the module hold true when using the "Clear Adaption" option in the transmission controller. I know on BMW and Mercedes, clearing adaption is a regular type procedure we do after a transmission flush and a subsequent test drive causes the tranny computer to "re-learn" and optimize shift points. 

Sooo...should I use this feature in the Trans. menu OR stay away from this?

in the latest version of software the special functions of throttle match and reset adaptation are now available for petrol engine on the following ecu's and cars more will be coming soon. 


30641543 B
S80 2003 B6294T

08644074 H
S80 2002 B6294S2

30668555 A
S40 2005 B5244S4

30641539 B
XC90 2003 B5254T2

30641540 B
XC90 2004 B6294T

30668566 A
S80 2005 B5254T2 AW50/51AWD

08658507 H
S60 2002 B5234T7

30729387 A
S40 2005 B5244S4 AW55-50/51SN

30684976 A
V50 2005 B4184S11

08689198 A
C70 2005 B5244T7

30684975 A
S40(04-) 2008 B4164S3 IB5

30771311 AA
V70(00-08)_2007_B5244T5_M66

30729551 A
S40(04-)-2006-B4184S11-MTX75

30729389 A
S40(04-) 2007 B5244S4 AW55-50/51SN

hope this may help

very helpful info.....thanks John.....and a Happy New Year to the all of you Launchees on that side of the pond.