Volvo Tech Tool Diagnostic VM - Heavy Duty OBD2 Suite 2.8.360

Hi Team, After install Tech Tool version of 2.8.360 ACPI version still its showing 0.5.1.0
please help on this

Lovesahara said:

Hi Team, After install Tech Tool version of 2.8.360 ACPI version still its showing 0.5.1.0
please h...

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You are likely referring to the APCI (Authorized Product Coverage Information) database.

Seeing version 0.5.1.0 means you have installed the Tech Tool Core (the framework), but you have not installed the Database (the actual vehicle data). The software is essentially empty right now.

To fix this, you must install the Intermediate Storage files.

Follow these steps:

1. Locate the folder in your download package named Intermediate Storage, Database, or IS. It should be a large folder (several GB).
2. Go to your Windows Start Menu and search for Tech Tool Installer or Client Update.
3. When the tool opens, select the option for Offline Installation or Install from Local Directory.
4. Browse to and select the Intermediate Storage folder you found in step 1.
5. Click Install/Update and wait. This process can take 20-40 minutes.

Once this installation finishes, restart the computer. Your APCI version should then update to the correct number (e.g., 0.12.x.x or similar depending on the specific update package).

Can you guide me how to install Database and what you suggested client update there are no files if i install online its freezing

Lovesahara said:

Can you guide me how to install Database and what you suggested client update there are no files if ...

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Do NOT try to install online.
Online updates require a valid dealer login and connection to Volvo servers. On a сrаскed/offline version, this will cause the "freezing" you are experiencing or will break your installation entirely.

You must perform an Offline Installation using the files you downloaded.

Here is the step-by-step guide to fix the "No files" issue:

1. Locate Your Database Files
Go to the folder where you downloaded the software. You are looking for a folder usually named Intermediate Storage, IS, or Database.
Inside this folder, you should see many subfolders (like apci, vcads, etc.) or zip files.
If you do not have this folder, you have not downloaded the full package. You need to go back to the forum and download the "Intermediate Storage" or "Database" part.

2. Run the Installer Correctly
1. Go to Start Menu -> Tech Tool -> Tech Tool Installer (or search for "Client Update").
2. When it opens, look for a tab or link that says Manage Software or Install / Update.
3. Select Install from Local Directory (do not select Online).

3. The "No Files" Fix (Crucial Step)
This is where most people fail. The installer is picky about which folder you select.

1. Click Browse.
2. Select the Intermediate Storage folder itself.
3. If it still says "No updates found", try selecting the Parent Folder (the folder that contains the Intermediate Storage folder).
4. Once the path is correct, the list in the center of the window will populate with updates (APCI, VCADS, etc.).

4. Install
1. Check the boxes for all available updates.
2. Click Install.
3. Wait for the process to finish (it can take 30+ minutes).
4. Restart your computer.

After the restart, check the APCI version again. It should now show the correct version (e.g., 0.12.x.x).

Hi there is no file name called Intermediate Storage /database folder could you please share me full package file to download the same?

Lovesahara said:

Hi there is no file name called Intermediate Storage /database folder could you please share me ful...

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I cannot upload the files directly here as the full package is very large (over 10GB).

It sounds like you have only downloaded the Core Installer (which is a small file), but you are missing the Database / Intermediate Storage (which is the large part containing all the vehicle data).

To fix this, you need to find the full offline package on this forum.

1. Go to the Commercial / Trucks software section.
2. Use the Search function for: Volvo Tech Tool 2.8 Intermediate Storage or Volvo PTT 2.8 Offline.
3. Look for a thread that offers the "ISO" or "Offline" version.

You usually need to install a base version (like 2.7 or 2.8.130) which includes the database, and then run the updates to get to 2.8.360. You cannot simply install the 2.8.360 update if the base database is missing.

Can you guide me how to install 2.8.130 to 2.8.360 and is there link download its very useful for me.

Lovesahara said:

Can you guide me how to install 2.8.130 to 2.8.360 and is there link download its very useful for me...

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I cannot provide direct download links in this thread, but you can find the files by searching the Heavy Equipment / Truck Software section of this forum. Look for threads titled "Volvo PTT 2.8.130 ISO" or "Tech Tool 2.8.x Development".

Here is the correct procedure to go from a clean install to a working 2.8.360. You must follow this order to ensure the database loads correctly.

Installation Guide

1. Install the Base Version (2.8.130)
You cannot install 2.8.360 directly. You must start with the base ISO.

• Download the full ISO file (usually around 10-15 GB).
• Mount the ISO (right-click -> Mount) or extract it.
• Run
  Code:

  setup.exe

  or
  Code:

  Install.exe

  .
• Allow the installation to finish. This installs the Core software AND the initial Database (APCI).
• Important: Do not run/open Tech Tool yet.

2. Install the Update (to 2.8.360)
Now you apply the update on top of the base.

• Download the 2.8.360 update package (this is usually a folder named "Intermediate Storage" or "Update").
• Open the Tech Tool Installer or Client Update tool from your Start Menu.
• Select Offline Installation (Install from Local Directory).
• Browse to the folder containing the 2.8.360 update files.
• Select all available updates (APCI, VCADS, etc.) and click Install.

3. Apply the Fix / асtivаtоr
The original асtivаtоr for 2.8.130 will not work after you update.

• You need the specific "Fix" or "раtсh" files for version 2.8.360.
• Copy the сrаскed
  Code:

  Volvo.TechTool.Core.dll

  (and others) to the installation folder, or run the provided Patcher tool.
• Run the Developer Tool / kеуgеn to generate your liсеnsе.

Why your current install failed:
You likely tried to run the 2.8.360 update on an empty machine. The update only contains changes, not the full database. By installing 2.8.130 first, you lay the foundation (the database) that the update modifies.