Unlock Hidden Features of Your VW ID.4 with OBD2 and OBDeleven: A Comprehensive Guide

As a VW ID.4 owner, you might be unaware of the hidden potential your electric SUV holds. Using an OBD2 device and the OBDeleven software, you can unlock a range of customizations and features that enhance your driving experience. This guide, compiled by a car modification enthusiast, provides a comprehensive list of coding tweaks specifically for the VW ID.4, drawing from community knowledge and personal experience.

It’s important to note a few key points before you begin:

Software Updates: VW software updates, particularly major ones like 2.4 and 3.0, can reset some or all of your coding changes. Keep this in mind after service visits.
OBDeleven Pro Subscription: A Pro subscription is generally required to perform the coding modifications outlined below.
SFD Access: System Feature Data (SFD) access, necessary for many modifications, is included with the OBDeleven Pro subscription.
Platform Sharing: The VW ID.4 shares its platform with the ID.3, Cupra Born, and Skoda Enyaq. Therefore, many of these coding tweaks should be applicable across these models.

This guide is designed to help you personalize your ID.4. Remember to proceed with caution and double-check each step before applying changes.

Essential OBD2 Coding Tweaks for Your VW ID.4

Here’s a breakdown of popular and functional coding modifications you can perform on your VW ID.4 using OBDeleven, categorized for easy navigation:

Safety and Convenience Enhancements

1. Disabling the Seat Belt Chime:

To disable the seat belt warning chime:

Connect your OBD2 device and open the OBDeleven app.
Navigate to the 5F control unit (Information Electronics).
Select Adaptation.
Search for or locate Safety belt warning.
Within the Safety belt warning menu, find Belt warning.
Change the value to Off.
Press and hold the checkmark to apply the change.

This tweak is particularly useful when moving your ID.4 around a charging point or in similar scenarios where you are frequently in and out of the car and don’t require the seatbelt chime.

2. Activating Travel Assist:

Travel Assist, Volkswagen’s advanced driver assistance system, can be enabled on your ID.4 if it’s already equipped with lane assist, traffic sign recognition, and cruise control. Note that side parking sensors are not a prerequisite for Travel Assist functionality.

To activate Travel Assist:

Navigate to control unit A5 (Front Sensors Driver Assistance System).
Select Long Coding.
Click on the 0/1 icon in the top right corner to switch to byte view.
Long press in the white coding area to enable copy/paste.
Paste the following code string: 0008302A150110E4162420000000000000000000000000000000000000000000
Press and hold the checkmark to apply the changes.

Optional – Disabling Emergency Assist (EA):

Since the ID.4 lacks a capacitive steering wheel to detect hands-on, Travel Assist might trigger Emergency Assist errors, causing unintended braking. Disabling EA can prevent this.

In control unit A5, look for Emergency assist variante in the adaptation list.
Select Emergency assist variante.
Choose Not coded.
Press and hold the checkmark to apply the changes.

3. Activating Lane Assist Memory Function:

By default, Lane Assist is often set to be active every time you start your ID.4, which can be unwanted for some drivers. Enabling the memory function allows the system to remember your last Lane Assist setting (on or off) and apply it upon restarting the car.

To activate Lane Assist memory:

Navigate to control unit A5.
Select Long Coding.
Find and select Configuration_for_lane_departure_warning_kl15.
Change the value to Last setting.
Press and hold the checkmark to apply the changes.

Now, if you disable Lane Assist, it will remain disabled the next time you start your ID.4.

Lighting Modifications

4. Activating Automatic High Beam (Light Assist):

For ID.4 models with standard headlights (non-matrix), you can activate automatic high beam functionality, also known as Light Assist.

To enable automatic high beams:

Navigate to control unit A5.
Select Long Coding.
Find and select afs coding light assist.
Change the value to High beam assist.
Press and hold the checkmark to apply the changes.
Navigate to control unit 19 (CAN Gateway).
Select Adaptation.
Find and select Lichtsteuerungsmodul.
Select AFS, FLA, high-beam (GLW, MDF).
Press and hold the checkmark to apply the changes.

After coding, activate automatic high beam by pushing the high beam stalk forward once.

5. Adjusting Light Sensitivity for High Beams:

You can adjust the light sensitivity of your ID.4’s headlights, influencing when the automatic high beams activate. Increasing the “day lux” value will cause the high beams to activate earlier (in brighter conditions), while decreasing it will delay activation until it’s darker.

To adjust light sensitivity:

Navigate to control unit 09 (Central Electrics).
Select Adaptation.
Find and select RLS night sensitivity.
Locate Day lux and increase the value (e.g., to 1000 for earlier activation).
Press and hold the checkmark to apply the changes.

6. Lowering the Speed for Autobahn Headlights:

“Autobahn headlights” are designed to improve visibility at high speeds by slightly raising the beams. This feature typically activates around 140 km/h (approximately 87 mph). You can lower this activation speed for enhanced visibility at lower highway speeds.

To lower the Autobahn headlights activation speed:

Navigate to control unit 09.
Select Adaptation.
Find and select RLS_Lights_for_autobahn.
Select pv autobahn on.
Decrease the value (e.g., to 100 for a lower activation speed).
Press and hold the checkmark to apply the changes.

Customization of Vehicle Functions

7. Enabling DRL On/Off Control via Car Menu:

You can enable the option to control your Daytime Running Lights (DRL) through the in-car menu system. This allows you to easily switch the DRLs on or off as needed.

To enable DRL menu control:

Navigate to control unit 19.
Select Adaptation.
Find and select Daytime running light / tagfahrlicht.
Select Tagfahrlicht Aktivierung durch BAP.
Change the value to Active.
Press and hold the checkmark to apply the changes.

8. Enabling Auto Central Locking Menu Control:

You can enable a menu option to control automatic central locking based on speed. This feature automatically locks the doors when you reach a certain speed and unlocks them when you slow down or stop. Enabling menu control allows you to toggle this function on or off via the car’s settings.

To enable auto central locking menu control:

Navigate to control unit 09.
Select Adaptation.
Find and select ZV autolock.
Select Menuesteuerung ZV Autolock-Unlock.
Change the value to Adjustable.
Press and hold the checkmark to apply the changes.

9. Deactivating Overtaking Right Prevention with Cruise Control:

To have the rear lights illuminate whenever the front daytime running lights are active, enhancing vehicle visibility, especially in low-light conditions.

To activate rear lights with DRL:

Navigate to control unit 19.
Select Adaptation.
Find and select Daytime running light.
Select Tagfahrlicht-Dauerfahrlicht aktiviert zusaetzlich Standlicht.
Change the value to Active.
Press and hold the checkmark to apply the changes.

10. Disabling the Reverse Gear Beep:

The reverse beep, while intended for safety, can be perceived as bothersome in quiet environments. You can use OBDeleven to disable this sound.

To disable the reverse beep:

Navigate to control unit 76 (Park Assist).
Select Adaptation.
Find and select Park assist activation tone.
Select Off.
Press and hold the checkmark to apply the changes.

11. Toggle Brake Disc Drying:

Brake disc drying is a feature that periodically applies the brakes in wet conditions to keep the brake discs dry and responsive. You can adjust the intensity of this feature.

To toggle or adjust brake disc drying:

Navigate to control unit 03 (Brake Electronics).
Select Adaptation.
Find and select Brake disk drying.
Choose the desired level of brake drying (e.g., level 1, level 2, or off).
Press and hold the checkmark to apply the changes.

Bonus Tips: Physical Modifications

12. Silent Mode / Disabling e-Sound Generator:

For those who prefer a silent EV experience, you can physically disable the e-sound generator on your ID.4. This will eliminate the artificial sound emitted at low speeds.

To disable the e-sound generator:

Open the hood of your ID.4.
Locate the fuse box, typically positioned in the top right corner of the engine compartment.
Open the fuse box.
Identify the 7.5 amp fuse in the ‘F12’ position (middle row, second from bottom).
Carefully remove this fuse.
Close the fuse box and the hood.

To revert to the default sound, simply reinsert the fuse.

13. Drift Mode (Traction Control отключение):

For those seeking a more engaging driving experience, particularly on closed courses, you can disable traction control entirely on your ID.4. This modification is for off-road or track use only and should be used with extreme caution.

To disable traction control (Drift Mode):

Open the hood and locate the fuse box as described in the previous step.
Open the fuse box.
Remove the 40 amp fuse in the ‘f15’ position (bottom left corner).
Close the fuse box and hood.

Be aware that disabling traction control will result in error messages and warnings on your dashboard. Reinsert the fuse to restore normal traction control operation.

Quick Tip: Seat Heating Shortcut

For a quick way to activate seat heating, simultaneously press both temperature buttons on the same side of the climate control panel.

Conclusion

These OBD2 and OBDeleven coding modifications offer a glimpse into the customization potential of your VW ID.4. By utilizing these tweaks, you can personalize your vehicle to better suit your preferences and driving style. Remember to exercise caution, double-check your coding steps, and enjoy exploring the enhanced features of your electric SUV. Always keep in mind that modifications are reversible, and consulting online communities and forums dedicated to ID.4 OBD2 coding can provide further insights and support. Happy coding!