Volkswagen ID.7: Placement

Introduction

When securing the vehicle in the event of a vehicle breakdown, follow the legal regulations applicable in the respective country.

WARNING

A loose tire mobility set, spare wheel, compact spare wheel or loose vehicle tool kit can be thrown through the vehicle interior during sudden driving or braking maneuvers or in the event of an accident. This could result in serious or fatal injuries.

• Always make sure the vehicle tool kit, tire mobility set, and spare wheel or compact spare wheel are secured in the luggage compartment.

WARNING

Working with an unsuitable or damaged vehicle tool kit may result in accidents. This could result in serious or fatal injuries.

• Never work with an unsuitable or damaged vehicle tool kit.
• Seek assistance from an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility if there is no suitable vehicle tool kit available.

Placement

There are a number of different storage locations for the tool box in the vehicle, such as under the luggage compartment floor or in a side storage compartment of the luggage compartment.

Depending on the equipment variant, the vehicle may contain a loose box with the vehicle tool kit in the luggage compartment. This supplied vehicle tool kit is intended for a possible winter tire change and doesn't have to be permanently stored in the vehicle .

• Vehicle tool kit components
• Putting the windshield wipers in the service position
• Cleaning and changing wiper blades
• Exterior lighting using LED technology

Vehicle tool kit components

The scope of the tool box depends on the country and equipment. The following information describes the full scope of items that may be included.

Fig. 1 Vehicle tool kit components (general example).

1. Towing eye that can be screwed in.
2. Adapter for the anti-theft wheel bolt. Volkswagen recommends always keeping the adapter for the wheel bolts in the vehicle with the vehicle tool kit. The code number for the wheel bolt lock is stamped on the front of the adapter. A replacement adapter can be ordered based on this number if the adapter is lost. Note the wheel bolt lock code number and keep it separate from the vehicle.
3. Extraction hook for removing the center wheel covers, wheel hub covers, or wheel bolt covers.

Tire Pressure Gage

In some countries, there may also be a tire pressure gauge in the vehicle.

Fig. 2 Additional vehicle tool kit component (general example).

1. Tire pressure tester (depending on the country).

Putting the windshield wipers in the service position

In the service position, the wiper arms can be lifted off of the windshield.

Fig. 1 Windshield wipers in service position (general example).

Activate the service position using the windshield wiper lever

1. Close the hood, driver and front passenger door.
2. Switch the ignition off and on again.
3. Operate one-tap wiping (→ Windshield wipers) .

Activate the service position using the exit menu

The service position of the wiper blades can also be activated in the exit menu for a limited period of time. To do this, the ignition must be switched off.

Lifting the windshield wiper arms

1. Move the windshield wiper arms into the service position before lifting → .
2. Only hold and lift wiper arms in the area where they attach to the wiper blade.

Placing the windshield wiper arms back

1. Before driving, carefully place the wiper arms back against the windshield, holding them only in the area where they attach to the wiper blade.
2. When the ignition is switched on, press the windshield wiper lever briefly towards "one-tap wiping".

   The wiper arms move back to the original position.

NOTICE

Failing to take care when working on the wiper arms can damage the hood, windshield, or wiper arms.

• Lift the wiper arms with care, and only in the service position.
• Never open the hood when the wiper arms are raised up.
• Always place the wiper arms carefully against the windshield before driving.

Cleaning and changing wiper blades

Wiper blades with a graphite coating are installed at the factory. The graphite coating allows the wiper blade to glide easily over the window. A damaged graphite coating creates an increased noise level when wiping the window.

Check the condition of the wiper blades regularly.

• If wiper blades are rubbing, replace them if they are damaged or clean them if they are dirty→ .

Damaged wiper blades should be replaced immediately. Wiper blades can be obtained from suitably qualified professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Cleaning the wiper blades

Windshield wiper: Move the windshield wiper arms into the service position before lifting.

1. Lift the wiper arms, making sure to only hold the wiper arms in the area where they attach to the wiper blade.
2. Clean the wiper blades carefully with a damp sponge → .
3. Place the wiper arms carefully on the windshield.

Changing the windshield wiper blades

Fig. 1 Changing the windshield wiper blades.

1. Wiper blade release button.

 

1. Move the windshield wiper arms into the service position before lifting.
2. Lift the wiper arms, making sure to only hold the wiper arms in the area where they attach to the wiper blade.
3.  Press and hold the release button and remove the wiper blade at the same time in the direction of the arrow → fig. 1 (1) .
4. Insert a new wiper blade of the same length and type on the respective wiper arm until it engages.
5.  Place the wiper arms carefully on the windshield.

NOTICE

Cleaning wiper blades or door windows with unsuitable cleaning agents may cause damage.

• Do not clean the wiper blades and windshield and windows with fuel, nail polish remover, paint thinner, or other similar fluids.
• Do not clean the wiper blades with rough sponges or other sharp objects.

If there is wax residue on the windshield and rear window from car wash systems and other products, this can cause the windshield wipers to rub. Remove any wax residue with a special cleaner or cleaning towels.

Exterior lighting using LED technology

The exterior lighting uses LED technology. It is not possible to change LEDs by yourself. The malfunction of individual LEDs may be an indication that more will malfunction. If this is the case, have the lights checked and replaced if necessary by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Driving with exterior lighting that is inoperative may be against the law.

WARNING

If the vehicle lighting is not used appropriately for the weather conditions, the road will not be illuminated sufficiently. The vehicle will not be visible to other road users or will be difficult to see. This can cause accidents and serious or fatal injuries.

• Regularly check the vehicle's lighting system and turn signals.
• Have the lighting system and turn signals repaired when necessary.