Volkswagen ID.4: Using assisted lane changing

When you activate the 3-blink turn signal, the vehicle can assist with lane changing on multi-lane highways within the system limitations, as long as sufficient space is detected around the vehicle.

Assisted lane changing uses the same sensor technology as the Lane Change System( Side Assist) and the parking systems. Therefore carefully read all information on Side Assist and the notes on the parking systems. Also observe the system limitations and information there.

Requirements

Assisted lane changing is only available during a forwards journey on multi-lane highways which are included in the navigation data of the Infotainment system, and only at speeds above approximately 90 km/h (approx. 55 mph).

In addition, Travel Assist must be switched on and the 3-blink turn signal must have been activated in the vehicle settings (→ Vehicle settings menu).

Displays

Fig. 1 In the instrument cluster display: displays for assisted lane changing (general example).

1. Indicated lane changing (green), assisted lane changing is carried out. The respective neighboring lane is additionally highlighted.
2. Arrows on your own lane show the status of assisted lane changing.

• Grey: assisted lane changing on the respective lane side not possible.
• White: assisted lane changing on the respective lane side possible. The respective neighboring lane is additionally highlighted.

Switching assisted lane changing on and off

You can switch assisted lane changing on and off in the Infotainment system.

1. Open the Assistance systems menu.

2. Select Travel Assist.

3. Switch assisted lane changing on or off as a sub-function of Travel Assist.

If there is a system malfunction, assisted lane changing can be switched off automatically or be interrupted during lane changing.

If Side Assist is not available, assisted lane changing is not available either.

Activating assisted lane changing

1. Press the button while driving.

Assisted lane changing is activated. The arrows on your own lane on the instrument cluster display are shown in grey → fig. 1 -2-.

Changing lanes

If the system has not detected any objects in the detection zone of the sensors and assisted lane changing to a neighboring lane is possible, the respective lane is depicted on the instrument cluster display next to your own lane.

In addition, the arrow on the corresponding lane side is shown in white → fig. 1 -2-.

1. Activate the 3-blink turn signal on the respective side.

The vehicle changes lane. A message is also displayed in the instrument cluster display and the lane change indicated → fig. 1 -1-.

During lane changing, the vehicle activates the turn signal automatically on the relevant vehicle side. When lane changing has been completed, the turn signal is automatically switched off.

WARNING

Assisted lane changing is not a replacement for the driver's attention and works only within the system limitations.

Assisted lane changing cannot detect all driving situations or all objects in the surrounding area and may not react, or may react with a delay, or may react in a way that is not desired. If you are careless, there is a risk of accidents, serious injuries and death.

• Before changing lanes, always make sure that it is safe to do so. In particular, objects approaching quickly may not be detected in good time.
• Always keep your hands on the steering wheel and be ready to change the speed and/or direction of travel yourself.

Deactivating assisted lane changing

1. Press the button briefly.

Or: Press the brake pedal.

Assisted lane changing and Travel Assist are deactivated.

Troubleshooting

Travel Assist is not available or is not functioning as expected

The yellow indicator light turns on. In addition, a message is shown in the instrument cluster display.

• There is a malfunction in the sensor system. Check the causes and troubleshooting measures described in the information on ACC and Lane Assist.
• Malfunction or fault. Deactivate the vehicle's drive system and activate it again.
• The system limitations are not adhered to.
• If the problem persists, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

  Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Take over the steering

The white warning light will come on and a message will be shown in the instrument cluster display.

You have let go of the steering wheel for a few seconds.

1. Take hold of the steering wheel and take over steering the vehicle.

Take over the steering immediately

The red warning light will come on and a message will be shown in the instrument cluster display. An audible warning will sound or the steering wheel will vibrate, depending on the driving situation.

You have let go of the steering wheel for a long period of time or the system limits have been reached.

1. Immediately take hold of the steering wheel and take over steering the vehicle.

Comfort drive Travel Assist switches off automatically

• Vehicles without Emergency Assist: You have let go of the steering wheel for a long period of time.
• Malfunction or fault. Deactivate the vehicle's drive system and activate it again.
• If the problem persists, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

  Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

The regulation function is canceled unexpectedly

Vehicle without assisted lane changing:

• You have operated the turn signal.

Assisted lane changing is not available

The yellow indicator light turns on. In addition, a message is shown in the instrument cluster display.

• There is a malfunction in the sensor system. Check the causes and corrective measures described in the information about the Lane Change System (Side Assist) and the information about the parking systems.
• If the problem persists, contact an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

  Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Assisted lane changing is interrupted or is not available

A message is shown in the instrument cluster display.

• The vehicle can no longer detect any lane markings.
• You have let go of the steering wheel.
• You were steering too strongly with or against the movement.
• You activated the turn signal multiple times or the turn signal and high beam lever is locked in place.
• The vehicle speed is less than around 85 km/h (around 53 mph).
• The vehicle detected objects in the area which prevent assisted lane changing.
• You are not on a multi-lane highway.

Introduction

Emergency Assist can recognize driver inactivity and can automatically keep the vehicle in its lane and, if necessary, slow it down to a stop. The system can hereby actively help to avoid an accident or reduce the consequences of an accident.

Emergency Assist system limitations

Emergency Assist detects driving situations using the same sensor technology as the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Lane Keeping System (Lane Assist).

WARNING

Emergency Assist is not a replacement for the driver's attention and works only within the system limitations.

Emergency Assist cannot detect all driving situations and may not react, may react with a delay, or may react in a way that is not desired. Emergency Assist also cannot always avoid accidents and serious injury by itself. If you are careless, there is a risk of accidents, serious injuries and death.

• Always stay attentive and do not rely solely on the system. The driver is always responsible for control of the vehicle.
• Observe the system limitations of ACC (→ Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ) and Lane Assist (→ Lane Keeping System (Lane Assist) ).
• Always adapt your speed and distance to vehicles driving ahead based on the visual, weather, road, and traffic conditions.