Volkswagen ID.3: Adjusting the steering wheel position

Fig. 1 Under the steering wheel in the steering column trim panel: lever to adjust the steering wheel position manually (general example).

Fig. 2 On the steering wheel: nine o'clock and three o'clock position.

Only adjust the steering wheel before driving or while the Volkswagen ID.3 vehicle is stationary→ .

1. Tilt the lever → fig. 1 1 downward.

2. Adjust the steering wheel so that it can be firmly held at the outer edge with both hands at the nine o'clock and three o'clock position → fig. 2 .

3. Press the lever all the way up until it locks flush with the steering column trim pane→.

WARNING

Incorrect use of the steering wheel adjuster and an incorrect steering wheel adjustment could cause serious or fatal injuries.

• Always push the lever → fig. 1 (1) upward into its locked position after adjusting so that you do not change the steering wheel position unintentionally while driving.

• Never adjust the steering wheel while driving. If you find the steering wheel must be adjusted while driving, stop the Volkswagen ID.3 vehicle safely and adjust the steering wheel correctly.

• The steering wheel must always face toward the chest and never toward the face. Otherwise, the protective function of the driver's front airbag may be limited in the event of an accident.

• To reduce the risk of injuries if the driver's front airbag deploys, always hold the outer edge of the steering wheel firmly with both hands in the nine o'clock and three o'clock position → fig. 2 .

• Never hold the steering wheel in the twelve o'clock position or in any other way, such as holding the center of the steering wheel. Otherwise, the arms, hands, and head could be seriously injured if the driver's front airbag deploys.

Introduction

The following information describes the various options for adjusting the front seats. Always make sure the seats are adjusted to the correct position (→ Seating position) .

WARNING

Driving in an incorrect seating position due to seats being adjusted incorrectly may cause serious injuries.

• Adjust the front seats according to the correct seating position each time before driving and make sure all passengers have their safety belts fastened correctly.

• Move the front passenger seat all the way back.

WARNING

Adjusting the seats incorrectly can cause accidents and serious injuries.

• Only adjust the seats when the Volkswagen ID.3 vehicle is stationary. Otherwise, the position of the seats could change unexpectedly while driving and you could lose control of the vehicle. You could also put yourself in an incorrect seating position.

• Only adjust the height, angle, and forward/back position of the front seats when there is no one within the seat's range of movement.

• Do not restrict the movement of the seats by placing objects within their range of movement.

• The adjusting and locking areas of the seats must not be dirty.

WARNING

Using seat covers or protective covers incorrectly can result in unintentionally operating the seat adjusters, and the front seats could move unexpectedly while driving. This could cause you to lose control of the Volkswagen ID.3 vehicle. This can cause accidents and injuries. The electrical components in the front seats could also be damaged.

• Never install or secure seat covers and protective covers on the electrical controls.

• Only use seat covers or protective covers that are specifically approved for use in your vehicle.

WARNING

 This can cause severe burns and Volkswagen ID.3 vehicle damage.

NOTICE

Objects with sharp edges can damage the seats.

• Never touch the seats with sharp-edged objects. Sharp-edged objects, such as zippers, rivets on clothing, or belts, can cause surface damage. Open hook and loop fasteners can also cause damage.

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