2020 VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 warning

Practical equipment
Stowage areas Introduction to the topic
WARNING
Loose objects may be flung through the ve-
hicle interior in the e vent of a sudden driv-
ing or braking manoeuvre. This can cause
serious injury and can also lead to loss of
control of the vehicle.
x Stow objects only in closed stowage
compartments.
x Always keep stowage compartments
closed while the vehicle is in motion.
x The coat hooks in the vehicle should on-
ly be used for lightweight clothing
weighing max. 2.5 kg (approx. 5.5 lbs).
Never leave any heavy, hard or sharp ob-
jects in the pockets. WARNING
If the glove box is left open, this can in-
crease the risk of serious injury in the e
vent
of an accident or during sudden braking or
driving manoeuvres.
x Always keep the glove box closed while
the vehicle is in motion. WARNING
Any lighters in the vehicle could be dam-
aged or accidentally lit. This could lead to
serious burns and other injuries.
x Bef

ore closing stowage areas or com-
partments always make sure that there
is no lighter in the way.
x Never stow lighters in stowage areas or
compartments or on other surfaces in
the vehicle. High surface temperatures,
especially in summer, may cause lighters
to self-ignite. WARNING
Incorrect use of the drink holders can cause
injury.
x Ne

ver place hot drinks in a drink holder.
Hot drinks in a drink holder could be
spilled and cause scalding in any sudden
braking manoeuvre or accident.
x Make sure that only drinks of the appro-
priate size are placed in the drink holder.
Drinks must always be stored securely in
the drink holder. WARNING
Closed drink bottles can explode in the ve-
hicle in e
xtreme heat or burst in extremely
cold temperatures.
x Never leave closed drink bottles in an
extremely hot or extremely cold vehicle
for extended periods. NOTICE
x Do not stow any temperature-sensitiv
e
objects, food or medicines inside the vehi-
cle. Hot and cold temperatures could dam-
age them or render them unusable.
x Objects stored in the vehicle that are
made from transparent materials, such as
transparent suction cups on the windows,
can concentrate the sun

WARNING
Improper use of the sockets and electrical
accessories can cause fires and se vere inju-
ries.
x Never leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle. Sockets and the devices connec-
ted to them can be used when the igni-
tion is switched on.
x If the electrical device gets too hot,
switch off the device immediately and
disconnect it from the socket. NOTICE
x In order to pre
vent damage to the electri-
cal system, never connect equipment that
supplies electric power, such as solar pan-
els or battery chargers for charging the
12-volt battery, to the 12-volt socket.
x Use only electrical devices that have been
approved in accordance with current
guidelines concerning electromagnetic
compatibility.
x In order to avoid damage due to voltage
fluctuations, always switch off any electri-
cal devices before switching the ignition
on or off and before activating the vehi-
cle

x
Regularly update the appropriate anti-
virus program with the updates or up-
grades pro
vided by the provider.System update
Introduction to the topic
The factory-fitted central control unit sup-
ports the system update function. This allows
the software of almost all control units to be
updated by V

olkswagen AG without the need
to visit a qualified workshop:
If a system update is available for your vehi-
cle, a corresponding message will be dis-
played on the Infotainment system.
System updates are downloaded via the fac-
tory-fitted control unit with eSIM card (OCU)
and are free of charge. Volkswagen pays the
connection costs.
The system update function is only available
in some countries. WARNING
Control units will be deactivated and will
not function while software installation is
taking place. Driving with deactiv

ated or
malfunctioning control units can cause ac-
cidents and fatal injuries.
x Carry out software installation in a suita-
ble place where other road users are not
impeded.
x Never use the vehicle while software in-
stallation is taking place. WARNING
If the digital instrument cluster does not
function after software installation, no in-
struments, warning lamps, symbols or te

xt
messages can be displayed. Driving with
a digital instrument cluster that is not
working can cause accidents and fatal inju-
ries. x
Do not use the v
ehicle and contact
Volkswagen Customer Care. WARNING
It is possible in very rare cases that a con-
trol unit will not function properly after
a software installation process.
x Do not use the v

ehicle and contact
Volkswagen Customer Care. A measure such as engine tuning to in-
crease perf

ormance or efficiency that
has not been performed by Volkswagen may
be deleted by a system update. Overview
Please refer to at the start of the chap-
ter on page 196.
A

vailability of a system update
The switched-on Infotainment system indi-
cates that a system update is available. A sys-
tem update takes place in two phases:

The traffic hazard alert function uses the
switched-on V2X system and warns
about nearby traffic hazards based on
the current situation. This can pre
vent
accidents and improve traffic flow.
Traffic hazards transmit data
When V2X data is received by other partici-
pants, warnings can be provided about the
following traffic hazards:

2. Switch on Bluetooth visibility on the ex-
ternal Bluetooth audio source ( e.g. mo-
bile device).
3. Open the
Media menu.
4. Touch Source and select BT Audio
.
5.

If necessary, start playback on the Blue-
tooth audio source manually.
When playback on the Bluetooth audio
source is stopped, the Infotainment system
remains in Bluetooth audio mode.
Controlling playback
The extent to which the Bluetooth audio
source can be controlled via the Infotainment
system depends on the connected Bluetooth
audio source.
With media players that support the AVRCP
Bluetooth profile, playback on the Bluetooth
audio source can be automatically started or
stopped when the unit is switched to Blue-
tooth audio mode or to a different audio
source. In addition, depending on the Blue-
tooth audio source, tracks can be displayed
and changed via the Infotainment system.
Due to the large number of possible
Bluetooth audio sources, it is not pos-
sible to guarantee fault-free operation of all
described functions. The Volkswagen website
contains a list of compatible mobile devices.
Always switch off the warning and
service tones on a connected Blue-
tooth audio source, e.g. key tones on a mo-
bile device, to prevent interference noise and
malfunctions.
With some units, the Bluetooth audio
connection will be disconnected auto-
matically if an external media player is con-
nected to the Infotainment system with
Bluetooth and the USB port simultane-
ously. Infotainment system
Getting started Introduction to the topic
The function and settings of the Inf otainment
system depend on the country and vehicle
equipment.
Before using for the first time
Before using the device for the first time,
please observe the following points so you
can make full use of the available functions
and settings:

x
Reduce the v olume before switching the
audio or media source or connecting
a new source. WARNING
The following conditions can lead to situa-
tions where emergency calls, telephone
calls and data transmission are not possible
or are interrupted:
x If your current location is in an area with
no or insufficient mobile communica-
tions and GPS reception.
x If you are in an area with sufficient mo-
bile communications and GPS reception
but the telecommunications pro

vider

WARNING
Driving recommendations and traffic sym-
bols displayed by the na vigation system
may differ from the current traffic situa-
tion.
x Road signs, traffic signals, traffic regula-
tions and local conditions have priority
over the recommendations and displays
provided by the navigation system.
x Adapt your speed and driving style to
suit visibility, weather, road and traffic
conditions.
x Certain events can make the originally
planned driving time and route to the
destination considerably longer or make
navigation there temporarily impossible,
e.g. due to a road being closed. NOTICE
The radiation produced by the mobile device
when switched on may interf
ere with sensi-
tive technical and medical equipment, possi-
bly resulting in malfunction or damage to the
equipment.
x Always switch off your mobile device in
areas where special regulations apply and
when the use of mobile devices is forbid-
den. NOTICE
The loudspeakers can be damaged if the vol-
ume is set at too high a le
vel and by playback
which is too loud or distorted.
x Choose the volume setting so that the
loudspeakers are not damaged. Notes on use
Please refer to and on page 218.

WARNING
Elastic tensioning straps must be stretched
to attach to the fastening rings. The hooks
attached to them can cause serious injuries.
x Always protect eyes and face from injury
when attaching elastic tensioning straps.
x Always hold elastic tensioning straps se-
curely when fastening so that they can-
not slip off and rebound.
x Always fasten the elastic tensioning
straps first to the fastening rings in the
front area of the luggage compartment,
then pull them towards the loading sill
and fasten them to the fastening rings
there. If the tension straps slip off
, they
will snap away from the body. Suitable lashing, retaining or securing
straps and luggage securing systems
are a

vailable from qualified workshops.
Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen
dealership for this purpose. Luggage net
Fig. 132
In the luggage compartment: luggage
net fitted flat.
The luggage net can help to pre

vent light
items of cargo from sliding around in the lug-
gage compartment. The luggage net also has
a built-in pocket with a zip that can hold
smaller items. Hooking the luggage net flat on the luggage
compartment floor