Volkswagen ID.4: Driving mode selector

Fig. 1 Driving mode selector with the button for the electronic parking brake (arrow).

The vehicle has a forwards gear D/B and a reverse gear R.

The driving mode selector has a button for the electronic parking brake.

To change into gear from neutral position N, proceed as follows:

1. Switch the ignition on.

2. Press the brake pedal.

3. Turn the driving mode selector in the desired direction→ fig. 1.

List of selector lever positions

Permanent position for driving forwards - the electric drivetrain is in the normal program.

If ECO assistance is activated, recuperation will take place automatically (→ Eco assist).

Powerful energy recuperation when coasting (→ Energy recuperation).

To change between gears D and B, turn the driving mode selector forward once out of position D/B → fig. 1. The driving mode selector always springs back. Turning it forward again switches back to gear D.

The drive gears are mechanically locked. Only switch on when the vehicle is stationary.

The electric drivetrain is in neutral position. No power is transmitted to the wheels and the braking effect of the electric drivetrain is not available.

Reverse gear is selected. Only select this gear when the vehicle is stationary.

Driving on an incline

When driving on an incline, energy recuperation should be used where possible (→ Energy recuperation).

Stopping and starting to drive uphill

Auto Hold should be used when stopping or starting uphill with the vehicle's drive system activated (→ Auto Hold).

If you stop on a hill with a gear selected, always press the brake pedal or set the electronic parking brake to prevent the vehicle from rolling away. Only release the brake pedal when you are pulling away.

Crawling feature

If the brake pedal is released when the Auto Hold function is switched off and the gear engaged, the vehicle will start "crawling", depending on the vehicle load even on very large hills. This allows the vehicle to be started through gentle braking more slowly and more precisely, e.g. when maneuvering.

WARNING

Engaging the incorrect gear can cause you to lose control of the vehicle, which could lead to accidents and serious injuries.

• Never press the accelerator pedal when engaging a gear.

WARNING

Fast acceleration or switching off the ASR can cause traction loss and sliding on slippery roads, such as on wet, icy or dirty roads. This could cause loss of vehicle control, accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

• Only use the kick-down function or accelerate quickly when the visibility, weather, road, and traffic conditions allow it, and when other road users will not be endangered by the vehicle's acceleration and driving style.
• Always adapt your driving style to the flow of traffic.

WARNING

An unattended vehicle which is ready to drive may cause accidents and severe injuries.

• Never leave a vehicle which is ready to drive unattended.
• Always switch the ignition off.
• When parking or leaving the vehicle, always ensure that the electronic parking brake is switched on.
• When leaving the vehicle, always make sure that all doors, windows, the trunk lid and the hood are closed completely and locked.
• When the vehicle is drive-ready and the D/B or R gear is engaged, hold the vehicle stationary with the brake pedal.
• Never shift into reverse gear while the vehicle is moving.

NOTICE

Incorrect handling of the electric drivetrain can lead to increased wear or damage.

• Never let the vehicle roll in the N gear, especially when the vehicle's drive system has not been activated.
• If you stop on inclines when a gear is engaged, use the brake pedal and not the accelerator to hold the vehicle.

Troubleshooting

Electric drivetrain overheated

The red warning light turns on.

The electric drivetrain has become overheated.

A corresponding message is shown in the ID. cockpit.

Do not continue driving!

1. Park your vehicle outside as soon as it is possible and safe to do so.

2. End drive-ready mode.

Do not add engine coolant.

3. Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.

and Brake energy recuperation not possible

The yellow indicator lights turn on.

Brake energy recuperation is malfunctioning.

This may limit your vehicle's range.

1. Contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to have the system inspected. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

NOTICE

If you allow the vehicle to roll for a long time or at high speeds when the ignition is off, the electric drivetrain is switched off or the 12 V vehicle battery is discharged, the electric drivetrain will become damaged.

• Note that the vehicle can only be towed under certain conditions (→ Towing).

Drive will be immediately turned off

The high-voltage battery charge level is very low and the drive power reduced.

The red indicator light comes on when driving.

A message is displayed in the instrument cluster and an acoustic warning sounds.

The vehicle is about to be stranded in traffic.

Two emergency starts are still possible and the vehicle can still be moved a short distance at approx. 7 km/h( approx. 4 mph).

Climate control convenience functions are restricted.

1. If traffic conditions allow it, pull over and park the vehicle safely, or, if possible, drive to a charging station.

When the power increases again, the indicator light turns off.

Driving not possible

The temperature of the high-voltage battery is too low.

The red indicator light turns on before you start driving.

A message is displayed in the instrument cluster and an acoustic warning sounds.

A very low driving power can cause you to become stranded in traffic.

Only maneuvering at approx. 7 km/h (approx. 4 mph) is possible.

Climate control convenience functions are restricted.

• Charge the high-voltage battery when the charge status is low.
• If you intend to drive in cold weather, Volkswagen recommends activating the vehicle's climate control in advance, before departure. This also heats up the high-voltage battery, increasing its driving power available as soon as the vehicle is drive-ready.

Take note of the power display in the instrument cluster.

When the power increases again, the indicator light turns off.