2021-2023 Volkswagen ID.4 Smart Cruise Control Features

The 2021-2023 Volkswagen ID.4 comes standard with an innovative Smart Cruise Control system, demonstrating the vehicle’s cutting-edge technology and emphasis on improving driving ease and safety. By merging intelligent sensors and adaptable functionalities, this new innovation transforms standard cruise control. This adaptive cruise control system not only adjusts speed but also helps to reduce the need for frequent acceleration and braking in traffic. Even in stop-and-go traffic, it can smoothly decelerate and accelerate, providing a more calm and stress-free driving experience.

The incorporation of this smart technology is consistent with Volkswagen’s goal to provide a more intuitive and secure driving environment, assuring both driver comfort and road safety.

Cruise Control System

Introduction to the topic
The cruise control system helps to maintain a speed set by the driver.

Speed Range
The CCS is available when driving forwards at speeds from around 20 km/h (15 mph).

Driving with the cruise control system
You can exceed the stored speed at any time, e.g. to overtake. Control is interrupted for the duration of the acceleration manoeuvre and is then resumed with the stored speed.

Displays
When the CCSis switched on, the instrument cluster display shows the stored speed and the status of the CCS:

CCS switched on, system control active.

CCS switched on, system control not active.

If no speed is stored, the instrument cluster display shows instead of the speed.

WARNING
The use of the CCS can lead to accidents and serious injuries if traffic does not allow you to drive at a safe distance from the vehicle in front at a constant speed.

• Never use the CCS in heavy traffic, if the distance to the vehicles in front is insufficient, on steep or winding roads, on slippery road surfaces, e.g. due to snow, ice, wet roads, loose chippings, or on flooded roads.
• Never use the CCS when driving offroad or on unpaved road surfaces.
• Adapt your speed and distance from the vehicles ahead to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.
• Always switch CCS off after use to avoid unintentional speed control.
• It is dangerous to use a set speed that is too high for the prevailing road, traffic or weather conditions.

Operating the Cruise Control System (CCS)

Fig. 101 Left hand side of the multifunction steering wheel.

Switching on

• Press the button.

No speed has been stored and the system is not yet active.

Starting control
While driving, press the button.

The CCS stores and regulates the current speed.

Setting the speed
You can adjust the stored speed during speed control by the CCS:

+ 1 km/h (1 mph): Gently press the button.

+ 10 km/h (5 mph): Strongly press thebutton or swipe over the button from bottom to top. The first time it is actuated, it jumps to the next higher ten (km/h) or five (mph) increment.

– 1 km/h (1 mph): Gently press the  button.

– 10 km/h (5 mph): Strongly press the  button or swipe over the button from top to bottom. The first time it is actuated, it jumps to the next lower ten (km/h) or five (mph) increment.

Press and hold the corresponding button to continuously change the stored speed.
The vehicle adapts the current speed by accelerating or braking.

Cancelling control

• Briefly press the button. Alternatively,

depress the brake pedal.
The speed remains stored in the memory.
Resuming control

• Press the button.

The CCS resumes operation with the stored speed and regulates the speed again.

Switching off

• Press and hold the button.

The CCS is switched off and the stored speed is deleted.
Switch to other driver assist systems
Depending on the equipment, you can switch to the following driver assist systems:

• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).
• Speed limiter

1. Press the button or swipe over the button.
2. Swipe to the left or right to select the desired system.
3. Press
   
4. the button.

Troubleshooting

Fault in the cruise control system.
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.

• Malfunction. Switch off CCS and go to a qualified workshop.
  System control is interrupted automatically.
• The vehicle has exceeded the stored speed for an extended period.
• No gear is engaged for forward travel.
• Brake support systems, e.g. TCS or ESC, have performed an intervention.
• The vehicle was braked by Front Assist.— If the problem persists, switch off the CCS

Speed limiter

Introduction to the topic

The speed limiter helps to prevent the vehicle from exceeding a speed that you have stored.

Speed range
The speed limiter is available when driving forwards at speeds from around 30 km/h
(around 20 mph).

Driving with the speed limiter
You can interrupt the speed limiter function at any time by fully depressing the accelerator beyond the point of resistance. As soon as the stored speed is exceeded, the green indicator lamp will flash and an acoustic warning may sound. The speed remains stored in the memory.
The speed limiter function is activated again automatically as soon as the speed drops be-low the stored speed.
Displays
When the speed limiter is switched on, the instrument cluster display shows the stored speed and the status of the speed limiter:

Speed limiter switched on, system control active.

Speed limiter switched on, system control not active.

WARNING
Always switch off the speed limiter after use to avoid unintentional speed regulation.

• The speed limiter does not relieve the driver of his responsibility for the speed of the vehicle. Do not drive at full throttle if it is not required.
• Use of the speed limiter in adverse weather conditions is dangerous and can cause serious injury, e.g. through aquaplaning, snow, ice, or leaves. Use the speed limiter only when the road and weather conditions allow it to be used safely.

Operating the speed limiter

Switching on

Switching on

• Press the button.
  The system is not yet active.

Starting control

• While driving, press the button.
  The current speed is stored as the maximum
  speed.

Setting the speed
You can adjust the stored speed:
+ 1 km/h (1 mph): Gently press the button.
– 1 km/h (1 mph): Gently press the button.
+ 10 km/h (5 mph): Strongly press the button or swipe over the button from bottom to top. The first time it is actuated, it jumps to the next higher ten  (km/h) or five (mph) increment.
– 10 km/h (5 mph): Strongly press the button or swipe over the button from top to bottom. The first time it is actuated, it jumps to the next lower ten (km/h) or five (mph) increment.
Press and hold the corresponding button continuously change the stored speed.

Cancelling control

• Press the button.
  The speed remains stored in the memory.
  Resuming control
• Press the button.
  The speed limiter is activated again as soon as the current speed is lower than the stored speed.

Switching off

• Press and hold the button.
  The speed limiter is switched off and the speed is deleted.

Switch to other driver assist systems
Depending on the equipment, you can switch to the following driver assist systems:

• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC).
•  Cruise control system

1. Press the button or swipe over the
   button.
2. Swipe to the left or right to select the desired system.
3. Press the button.

Troubleshooting
Speed limiter not available.
The indicator lamp lights up yellow.

• Malfunction. Switch off the speed limiter and go to a qualified workshop. System control is interrupted automatically.
• You have switched off Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
• The brakes have overheated. Allow the brakes to cool down and check their functionality again.
• If the problem persists, go to a qualified workshop.

For safety reasons, the speed limiter switches itself off completely only when you release the accelerator once or switch off the system manually.

Introduction to the topic
The speed limiter with predictive control automatically adapts a maximum speed that you have stored to detected speed limits.

The speed limiter with predictive control is an extension of the speed limiter and makes use of Dynamic Road Sign Display and the navigation data provided in the Infotainment system.
The speed limiter with predictive control is dependent on the vehicle equipment and is not available in all countries.

WARNING
The intelligent technology used in the speed limiter with predictive control cannot overcome the given physical limits, and functions only within the limits of the system. Never let the extra convenience tempt you into taking safety risks when driving. Careless or unintentional use of the speed limiter with predictive control can cause accidents and serious injuries. The system is not a substitute for the full concentration of the driver.

• Ensure that your speed is always appropriate for the current visibility, weather and road/traffic conditions.
• Always pay attention to the traffic situa-ion and the area around the vehicle.
• Be prepared to control the speed your-self at all times. Malfunctions in the Dynamic Road Sign Display function and out-of-date navigation data can lead to the speed being changed unexpectedly and suddenly or not being adapted to the current traffic situation. Speeds regulated by the system may also not match your individual driving style.
• Be prepared to control the speed your-self at all times. If you are driving with-out route guidance or leave the route calculated by the navigation system or if the vehicle position cannot be correctly determined due to inexact GPS data, the speed may be changed unexpectedly and suddenly or not adapted to the cur-rent traffic situation.
• Keep the navigation data up-to-date.
• Always observe the maximum speed limit. The maximum speed limit may be exceeded in the case of speed limits that are not contained in the navigation data.

Please also observe the safety-relevant information on the speed limiter

Limits of predictive control

In addition to the system limits of the Dynamic Road Sign Display the speed limiter with predictive control has the following additional, system-related limits:

• The speed limiter with predictive control detects only road signs that show a speed limit.
• Road signs that indicate a speed limit indirectly, e.g. place-name signs, will be detected only on the basis of the navigation data.
• If a speed limit is announced on the basis of the navigation data but is not detected by the Dynamic Road Sign Display function, the announced speed will be reset to the last-stored speed.
• The speed limiter with predictive control is not available for detected speed limits be-low around 30 km/h (around 20 mph).
  A corresponding text message is shown on the instrument cluster display in this case.

Activating predictive control 
You can activate the speed limiter with predictive control in the Assist systems menu of the Infotainment system.

Driving with predictive control

1. Switch on the speed limiter and start control
2. Activate predictive control.

A message will be displayed on the instrument cluster display as soon as the system detects a speed limit on the route. The detected speed is stored as the new desired speed.

Cancelling speed adaptation

• Press the button or release the accelerator pedal twice and then press it again.
  The last-stored speed is resumed again.
• Press the button.
  The current speed is adopted.
• Press the button.

The system is switched to passive mode.

Adjusting the announced speed

+ 1 km/h (1 mph): Gently press the button.

– 1 km/h (1 mph): Gently press the button.
+ 10 km/h (5 mph): Strongly press the button or swipe over the button from bottom to top. The first time it is actuated, it jumps to the next higher ten (km/h) or five (mph) increment.
10 km/h (5 mph):Strongly press the button or swipe over the button from top to bottom. The first time it is actuated, it jumps to the next lower ten (km/h) or five (mph) increment.

If you adjust the announced speed excessively, predictive control will be terminated.
If a speed limit is detected, the predictive control function will adjust the stored speed even if the speed limiter is not regulating.
If the current speed significantly exceeds a speed limit detected by the Dynamic Road Sign Display function, a warning will appear on the instrument cluster display.
When you join a motorway, the recommended speed will automatically be stored as the desired speed.

Troubleshooting
A message is displayed that the speed limiter with predictive control is currently not avail-able or is not available in your country.

• If this message is displayed for an extended period and the speed limiter with predictive control is available in your country, go to a qualified workshop.

Depending on the malfunction, additional information may be displayed in the vehicle status.

Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)

Introduction to the topic
The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) maintains a constant speed that you have set. If the vehicle approaches a vehicle in front, the ACC automatically adapts the speed so that a distance you have selected is maintained.

Does the vehicle have ACC?
The vehicle is equipped with ACC if you can adjust settings for ACC in the Assist systems menu in the Infotainment system.

Speed range
You can set the speed between 20 km/h (15 mph) and the maximum speed.

Driving with ACC
You can override the active ACC system at any time. Cruise control will be stopped if you brake. If you accelerate, cruise control will be interrupted while you are accelerating and then resumed.
The intervention by the ACC system is less dynamic when towing a trailer.

Driver intervention prompt
If automatic deceleration by the ACC system is not sufficient or the system limits have been reached, the ACC system will request you to also brake by a corresponding message on the instrument cluster. In addition, the red warning lamp lights up and an acoustic warning is given. Take over control of the vehicle and be prepared to brake.

Radar sensor
ACC detects driving situations using a radar sensor at the front of the vehicle. The range of the radar sensor is up to approximately 160 m (around 520 ft).

WARNING
The intelligent ACC technology cannot overcome the laws of physics, and functions only within the limits of the system. Never let the extra convenience tempt you into taking safety risks when driving. Care-less or unintentional use of ACC can cause accidents or injuries. The system is not a substitute for the full concentration of the driver.

• Adapt your speed and the distance from the vehicles ahead to suit visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.
• Never use the ACC in poor visibility, on steep or winding roads, or on slippery road surfaces, e.g. due to snow, ice, moisture or loose chippings, or when roads are flooded.
• Never use the ACC off road or on unsurfaced roads. The ACC is designed for use on surfaced roads only.
• Take control of the vehicle immediately if requested to do so by a prompt on the instrument cluster display or if the speed reduction by ACC is not sufficient.
• Brake if the vehicle starts moving unintentionally, e.g. after a driver intervention prompt.
• Be prepared to control the speed your-self at all times.

Special driving situations
Predictive cruise control system
If the vehicle is equipped with the Dynamic Road Sign Display function and an Infotainment system with navigation, ACC can predictively adapt the vehicle speed to detected speed limits and the course of the road ahead (depending on equipment and not available in all countries).
Overtaking
If you indicate left (left-hand traffic: indicate right) to overtake, ACC will accelerate the vehicle and reduce the distance from the vehicle in front. Your set speed will not be exceeded.
If ACC does not detect any vehicle in front after you have changed lane, ACC will accelerate the vehicle up to the set speed.
Overtaking assistance is not available in all countries.

Stop-and-go traffic
ACC can brake the vehicle to a standstill and keep it stationary. ACC remains active and the instrument cluster display shows ACC ready to start for a few seconds.
On vehicles with Travel Assist, you can extend this time by continuing to hold the steering wheel.
As long as ACC remains active, the vehicle will move off again automatically as soon as the vehicle in front moves off (depending on the vehicle equipment level and not available in all countries).
Extending or reactivating readiness to drive:

• Press the button.
  Vehicles with Travel Assist: alternatively grasp the steering wheel again.

Moving off when readiness to drive has ended and the vehicle in front has already moved away:

• Press the button or briefly depress the accelerator.
  ACC remains inactive in the following cases:— The vehicle is stationary for several minutes.
• A vehicle door is opened.
• The ignition is switched off.

WARNING
If the message ACC ready to start is shown on the instrument cluster display and the vehicle in front moves off, your vehicle will move off automatically. In some cases, obstacles in the vehicle’s path may not be detected. This can result in serious injury and accidents.

• Always check the road ahead before moving off and brake the vehicle if necessary

Inside Overtaking Prevention System

Fig. 103 On the instrument cluster display: slower vehicle detected in the left-hand lane (illustration).
If ACC detects a slower vehicle in the left-hand lane (left-hand traffic: in the right-hand lane), ACC will brake the vehicle gently within the system limits and can therefore prevent a prohibited overtaking manoeuvre. The function is active from speeds of around
80 km/h (around 50 mph), but is not available in all countries.

Limits of the ACC
When not to use the ACC
ACC Is not suitable for use in the following driving situations due to the system limitations. Cancel control

• Driving in heavy rain, snow or heavy spray.
• Driving through road works, tunnels or toll
  stations.
• Driving on winding roads, e.g. mountain
  roads.
• Driving offroad.
• Driving in multistorey car parks.
• Driving on roads with embedded metal
  objects, e.g. railway tracks.
• Driving on roads with loose chippings.
• Vehicles without Inside Overtaking Prevention System: On roads with more than one lane, if other vehicles are driving more slowly in the overtaking lane.

WARNING
If you use ACC in the above situations, this could result in accidents and serious injuries as well as violations of legal regulations.

Delayed response
If the radar sensor is exposed to environmental conditions that impair sensor functioning, the system may detect this only after a certain delay. For this reason, any restrictions to functions may be displayed only after a delay at the start of the journey and when driving.

Objects that cannot be detected
The radar sensor detects only vehicles that are moving in the same direction or stationary. It does not detect:

• Persons.
• Animals.
• Crossing or oncoming vehicles.
• Other stationary obstacles.

Stationary vehicles

ACC reacts to stationary vehicles to a limited extent up to a speed of 60 km/h (37 mph), provided a stationary vehicle is detected and your own vehicle can be comfortably braked behind the stationary vehicle, subject to the system limits of the ACC. ACC does not per-form emergency braking.
If a stationary vehicle is hidden behind a vehicle that has been detected by ACC and this vehicle turns off the road or changes lane, ACC will react to the stationary vehicle.

Bends

Fig. 107 Vehicle changes lane.
ACC may not react or may react with a delay or with an unwanted response in the following driving situations:

• Vehicles that are driving outside the sensor range in close proximity to your vehicle, e.g. motorbikes
• Vehicles that change into your lane directly in front of your vehicle 
• Vehicles with bodies or attachments that project beyond the vehicle.

FAQs

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