Description
August 7, 2026 — Friday | Morning Session (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM CST)
Stop turning away modern Volvo jobs. This 4-hour intensive session, led by Justin Smith, gives locksmiths a clear, practical path to programming keys on newer Volvo vehicles using the VIDA (Vehicle Information and Diagnostics for Aftersales) factory software. From initial account setup to successful key completion using OEM protocols, you'll walk out with a repeatable process ready for the field.
What You'll Learn
- Account & Software Setup — A streamlined guide to creating your required account, installing VIDA, and configuring J2534 device drivers
- Subscription Management — How to purchase and manage the subscriptions needed to perform dealer-level programming on-site
- Key Programming Procedures — Step-by-step instruction on programming keys and remotes for the latest Volvo models
- Troubleshooting & Tips — Field-tested techniques for overcoming common software installation errors and communication timeouts
What You'll Walk Away With
- The ability to perform factory-level Volvo key programming without the limitations of aftermarket tools
- A complete hardware and software checklist so you're ready to program before you arrive at the vehicle
- The technical confidence to take on high-revenue European calls
- Real-world troubleshooting methods to resolve VIDA-specific software issues quickly
Students are encouraged to bring a laptop.
Take advantage of our room block discount at the host hotel: Book Your Room Here!
InterContinental New Orleans — 444 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70130
(Important: The St. Charles Garage max height is 6'8". The bottom floor is approximately 12 ft but space is limited. The venue recommends the surface lot at 314 Camp St., just behind the hotel, for oversized paid parking.)