Volkswagen ID.4: Front airbags

Fig. 1 On the driver's side: Installation location and deployment zone of the driver's front airbag.

Fig. 2 On the passenger's side: Installation location and deployment zone of the front passenger's front airbag.

In the Volkswagen ID.4, front airbags are an essential part of the advanced safety system and are designed to provide additional protection for the driver and front passenger in the event of a collision. These airbags deploy within milliseconds and help reduce the risk of serious injuries by cushioning the impact.

Switching the Front Passenger's Front Airbag On and Off

Fig. 1 In the instrument panel on the passenger's side: key switch to switch on and off the front passenger's front airbag.

In the Volkswagen ID.4, the front passenger's front airbag must always be deactivated when installing a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat. Always follow country-specific regulations regarding child seat use in the front seat.

In some markets, the front passenger airbag cannot be manually switched off using a key switch. In such cases, deactivation can only be carried out by qualified professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or Volkswagen Service Facility.

Front passenger's front airbag enabled

Fig. 2 In the roof console: Indicator light for the activated front passenger's front airbag.

In the Volkswagen ID.4, the yellow indicator light confirming activation of the front passenger airbag illuminates for approximately 60 seconds after the ignition is switched on or after the airbag is manually activated → fig. 2, and then switches off automatically.

This indicates that the front passenger airbag is active and ready to provide protection.

1. Always verify whether the front passenger airbag should remain activated based on occupancy and seating conditions.

Front passenger's front airbag switched off

Fig. 3 In the roof console: indicator light for the switched off front passenger's front airbag.

In the Volkswagen ID.4, a continuously illuminated yellow indicator light → fig. 3 confirms that the front passenger airbag is switched off.

1. Confirm that deactivation is appropriate, for example when using a child seat in the front passenger position.

Switching on the front passenger's front airbag

1. Switch the ignition off.

2. Open the front passenger door of the Volkswagen ID.4.

3. Fully extend the key bit of the vehicle key.

Or: Remove the emergency key from the remote key (→ Vehicle key).

4. Insert the key into the key switch until resistance is felt for a second time → fig. 1.

The key is not fully inserted during this step → .

5. Turn the vehicle key carefully to the designated ON position → .

6. Remove the key from the switch and fold it back into the key housing → .

Or: Reinsert the emergency key into the remote key → .

7. Close the front passenger door.

The yellow PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator will illuminate briefly and then turn off after approximately 60 seconds.

8. Confirm that the PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator light does not remain illuminated when the ignition is switched on.

Switching Off the Front Passenger's Front Airbag

1. Switch the ignition off.

2. Open the front passenger door of the Volkswagen ID.4.

3. Fully extend the key bit or remove the emergency key.

4. Insert the key into the key switch until resistance is felt → fig. 1.

The key is not fully inserted → .

5. Turn the key carefully to the OFF position → .

6. Remove the key and return it to its original position → .

Or: Place the emergency key back into the remote key → .

7. Close the front passenger door.

The yellow PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator light will remain on continuously when the ignition is switched on, confirming that the airbag is deactivated.