Volkswagen ID.4: Instructions for the charging cable

The charging cable delivered with the vehicle depends on the scope of supply and the country-specific technical specifications, for example charging plug connectors for mains sockets.

Volkswagen recommends only using the charging cable supplied and observing the following information→ , → .

• Handle with care.
• Roll out or roll in completely.
• Do not fold or bend over sharp edges.
• Do not allow to become trapped or run over.
• Only pull on the charging connectors.
• Children must not use the charging cable.
• Keep animals away.
• Stow away safely and without kinks after use.

DANGER

Using a charging cable that is damaged or has been tampered with can cause an electric shock, resulting in serious injury or death.

• Check the charging connectors and the charging cable for damage, e.g. cracks, before every use.
• Never open the charging cable and its components.
• Never use a charging cable that has been damaged or tampered with.
• In the event of a malfunction, have the charging cable checked by suitably qualified professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

WARNING

Charging a high-voltage battery with an unsuitable charging cable can cause short circuits and electric shocks. This could result in damage to the charging cable and serious or fatal injuries.

• Always take note of the information on the charging cable.
• Before traveling abroad, find out about the electrical installations available locally.
• Before traveling abroad, make sure you know which is the correct, country-specific charging cable and what the maximum permitted charging current is.

Stowing the charging cable away

Fig. 1 Under the luggage compartment floor: Storage compartment for the charging cable (general example).

WARNING

An unsecured or incorrectly secured charging cable can be thrown around the inside of the vehicle during sudden driving and braking maneuvers. This can cause accidents and serious injuries.

• Stow the charging cable in the storage compartment under the luggage compartment floor→ fig. 1.
• Or: Stow the charging cable in the charging cable bag provided and hook the charging cable bag to a front tie-down in the luggage compartment.
• If the rear seat backrest has been folded over, stow the charging cable bag in the footwell in front of it.

Instructions for the charging connectors and the protective device of the charging cable

Do not reach into the contacts of the charging connector.

• Keep away from intense sunlight. The outside temperature must be no higher than 50 ºC(1 22 ºF).
• Do not drop.
• Protect against immersion in liquids, e.g. rainwater.
• Replace the protective cap after use.

WARNING

Incorrectly using or connecting the charging cable for mains sockets can cause a severe malfunction. This could result in damage to the electrical system and the charging cable, as well as fire and serious injury.

• Never connect the charging cable to an extension cable, a cable reel, a socket strip or an adapter, such as a travel adapter or timer.

As a portable piece of operating equipment, the charging cable may be subject to regular testing obligations.

A test adapter is required for this.

Note the maximum load for the fuse circuit in use. If the charging cable is connected to a mains socket on the same electrical circuit as other consumers, the circuit fuse may be tripped.

Charging cables must be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner and may not be included with household waste.

Cleaning the charging cable

1. Wipe the surface of the charging cable with a dry or only slightly damp cloth→ , → .

DANGER

Cleaning a connected charging cable creates a danger of coming into contact with live voltage from the high-voltage system. This can cause an electric shock, resulting in burns and serious injuries or death.

• Only clean the charging cable when it is unplugged.

NOTICE

Improperly cleaning the charging cable could result in damage.

• Only use water and no additional cleaning agents when cleaning the surface.
• Ensure that no water enters the contacts of the charging cable.