VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 2020 Owner´s Manual

WARNING
Any electrical cables which are not connec-
ted properly or are connected incorrectly
could cause a power surge to the trailer.
This could lead to faults in the entire v
ehi-
cle electronics system and could also cause
accidents and serious injuries.
x All work on the electrical system should
only be carried out by a qualified work-
shop.
x Never connect the trailer

that you contact a qualified workshop to find
out about suitable trailers.
Loading a trailer
The v
ehicle and trailer should be balanced.
For this purpose, the maximum permitted
drawbar load should be utilised. Do not place
the load only at the front or the rear of the
trailer:

vehicle is equipped with the trailer stabi-
lisation system.
x Trailers with a high centre of gra
vity
might tip over before snaking starts.
x Sudden braking procedures could occur
automatically in extreme driving situa-
tions if the trailer socket is being used
without a trailer (e.g. for a bicycle carrier
with lighting). Retrofitting a towing bracket
Please refer to , and at the start
of the chapter on page 264. Fig. 137
Dimensions and mounting points f
or
retrofitting a towing bracket. The dimensions

Only use towing brackets which have
been appro
ved by Volkswagen for your
vehicle type. Troubleshooting
Please refer to , and at the start
of the chapter on page 264. Ball head of the towing bracket is not
locked
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.

x
Damage to the v ehicle or to the high-
voltage battery could lead to a leak of
toxic gases or fluids, either immediately
or at a later time. These emitted gases
could also potentially cause a fire. Do
not inhale these gases.
x Never touch the fluids that leak from the
high-voltage battery.
x In the event of a fire, move away from
the hazard area and call the fire service.
x Always inform any attending fire and
emergency services that the vehicle is
fitted with a high-voltage battery. WARNING
Unqualified work on the high-voltage sys-
tem and on high-
voltage components can
lead to malfunctions, accidents and inju-
ries.
x Any work on the high-voltage system
must be carried out only by authorised
qualified workshops with corresponding
approval for this work. NOTICE
After an accident, or after the underside of
the v
ehicle has struck an obstacle, the high-
voltage battery must be checked by appropri-
ately qualified and trained experts. Warning signs for the high-
v

oltage system Please refer to , and at the start
of the chapter on page 273.
Where can warning signs be located?
The f

ollowing components may be marked
with the illustrated warning signs

Fig. 141
Warning sign on high- voltage battery.1
High voltages can cause serious injuries
or death. Ne

ver touch the battery termi-
nals with your fingers, tools, jewellery or
any metal objects. 2
The high-voltage battery contains dan-
gerous liquid and solid substances. Seri-
ous chemical burns and blindness can be
caused if it outgasses. Suitable eye pro-
tection and protectiv

e clothing should
always be worn when performing work
on the high-voltage battery to prevent the battery fluid coming in contact with
skin and eyes. If skin or eyes come into
contact with battery fluid, rinse the af-
fected areas with clean flowing water
for at least 15 minutes and seek a doctor
immediately. 3
The high-voltage battery can burn. The
high-
voltage battery must never be ex-
posed to fire, sparks or naked flames. Al-
ways handle the high-voltage battery
with care to avoid damage and fluid
leaks. 4
Always keep children away from the
high-

voltage battery. 5
You will find further information and
warnings in the owner

Handling the high-voltage
battery
Care instructions
V
olkswagen recommends observing the fol-
lowing care instructions:

ordinates of the vehicle have been
recognised.
Timer-controlled charging Menu f
or a departure time. First open
the
Charging locations menu. A stored
charging location must be available

Upper battery charge limit
F
ull charging of the high-voltage battery is
not normally necessary in daily vehicle use.
The upper battery charge limit limits the
maximum charge level.