Volkswagen ID.4: Driving through water on roads

Note the following to reduce the risk of vehicle damage when driving through water, for example on flooded roads:

• The water must not be any higher than the bottom of the vehicle body→ .
• Do not driver faster than walking speeds.
• Never stop the vehicle, drive in reverse, or deactivate the vehicle's drive system in water.
• Oncoming vehicles create waves that can raise the water level for your vehicle enough that it is not safe to drive through.

WARNING

When driving through water, mud, slush, etc., the braking effect may be delayed due to damp or icy brake rotors and brake pads in the winter, and this can extend the braking distance. This could cause a loss of vehicle control, accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

• Perform careful braking maneuvers to dry and remove ice from the brakes.
• Do not endanger road users or disregard legal regulations during braking maneuvers.
• Avoid abrupt and sudden braking maneuvers directly after driving through water.

NOTICE

Driving through water can greatly damage or corrode parts of the vehicle, e.g. electronics.

• Never drive through salty water.
• Using fresh water, immediately rinse any parts of the vehicle that may have come into contact with salty water.
• Protect electronic components against contact with water.

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