Hidden features and retrofits for the Volkswagen ID.3 (E1/E11) 2020–
45 features for the Volkswagen ID.3 (E1/E11) 2020–: what it does, duration and price from. Workshop in Waddinxveen, remote across the Netherlands.
Final compatibility is confirmed at diagnosis.
Display 4
Camera and sensors stay on longer
Raises the speed at which the camera and parking sensors switch off automatically, handy when manoeuvring slowly.
Intended for manoeuvring, not for use during normal driving.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Menus usable while driving
Settings and menus on the screen stay available while driving instead of greyed out, so the passenger can use them.
Meant for the passenger; the driver keeps attention on the road.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Video in motion
Videos and images from a USB stick or SD card stay visible on the screen while the car is moving, so the passenger can watch.
For the passenger only. The driver must not watch video while driving.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Skip welcome and goodbye screen
The infotainment skips the welcome or goodbye screen so you can get going faster.
Depends on software version.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Lighting 9
Daytime running lights – adjust in menu
The daytime running lights appear as a setting in the vehicle menu, so their behaviour can be chosen deliberately. The final setting is agreed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Daytime running lights – off with parking brake
The daytime running lights go out when the parking brake is applied, for example while waiting on a driveway. They come back on when you drive off.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Daytime running lights – with rear lights
With daytime running lights on, the rear lights also come on so the car is easier to see from behind at dusk and in rain.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
High-beam assistant release
High beam switches on and off automatically depending on oncoming and preceding traffic. The activation speed can also be adjusted.
Only works with the camera behind the windscreen; we check this first.
Condition: Light Assist fitted; Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Light sensor sensitivity
Sets how early the headlights switch on in Auto, for example already at dusk or in a tunnel.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Motorway light – activation speed
Sets from which speed the headlights automatically switch to motorway mode for a longer beam.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Parking lights on both sides
Lets you leave the parking lights on at both sides of the parked car instead of only one side.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Poor-weather / all-weather lights
Releasing the fog-like dip or all-weather mode on matrix or LED headlamps that already have that mode in software. Without the right lamps we will not code an extra beam.
Checked at diagnosisPrice on request
Third brake light with tailgate open
With the tailgate open the third brake light stays visible to traffic behind, for example when loading at the roadside.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Comfort 5
Comfort-indicator flash count
A short tap on the indicator stalk gives the number of flashes you prefer, for example five instead of three when changing lanes.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Windows and sunroof via the key
Holding the button on the key opens or closes all windows (and the sunroof) at once. Nice for airing the car on hot days.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Seat heating temperature adjustment
Adjusts how warm the seat heating levels get, for example a little warmer on the highest setting.
We stay within safe factory values.
Condition: Seat heating fitted; Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Remember seat heating
The car remembers the last seat-heating level and switches it back on after starting, within the time window the manufacturer allows.
Condition: Seat heating fitted; Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Windows close when locking
If you forget a window, all windows close automatically as soon as you lock the car.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Convenience 5
Doors locking from a set speed
The doors lock automatically once you drive off above a low speed and unlock again when you switch off the engine.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Unlock when selecting P
On a DSG automatic, the doors unlock by themselves as soon as you put the selector in P.
Works together with automatic locking.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Register a new battery
After replacing the 12 V battery we register the new battery with the correct type and capacity, so charging and start-stop work properly.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Electric parking brake service mode
Puts the electric parking brake into service mode for replacing brake pads, then back correctly afterwards.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
SFD release for protected modules
Newer VAG models only allow coding after an online release per module. We arrange that session, for which the car must be online; if the release does not come through the function cannot be coded and we charge nothing for the attempt.
Checked at diagnosisPrice on request
Access 3
Alarm and interior monitoring settings
Adjusts the alarm or interior monitoring, for example if you often leave a pet in the car or use a car wash.
Check your insurance conditions first.
Condition: Anti-theft alarm fitted; Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Horn works with the car switched off
The horn stays usable when the car is switched off, for example to warn someone while charging.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Lock with the engine running
You can lock the car with the key while the ignition is on, for example to keep the cabin cool for a dog.
Always carry a second key; never leave children or animals unattended.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Audio 1
Android Auto restrictions while driving
Removes restrictions App-Connect applies while driving, such as shortened lists.
Intended for the passenger.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Sound 4
Acoustic lock confirmation
A short tone when locking and/or unlocking confirms that the car really is locked.
Requires alarm siren or suitable horn.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Welcome sound and heartbeat
The MMI plays a short welcome sound when you get in and the familiar ‘heartbeat’ sound when you get out.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Reverse-gear beep off
Removes the short beep when you select reverse; the parking sensors keep working as normal.
Only with factory parking sensors.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Pedestrian warning sound – adjust
Electric cars must make a warning sound at low speed. Many drivers find it too prominent in town or when parking; which adjustment is possible within the rules we discuss in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop
Climate 2
See fan speed in Auto
Even in the Climatronic Auto mode you can see how hard the fan is blowing, so you always know what the system is doing.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Remember recirculation and AirCare
The recirculation or AirCare setting is kept after switching off, so you do not have to select it again on every trip.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Assistance 7
Travel Assist / adaptive lane guidance – enable
If the hardware is present, the car can keep itself centred in the lane while following at a distance. We first check that your car has all parts and agree how it is used.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: ACC, front camera and capacitive steering wheel fitted; Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Standard cruise control alongside ACC
Besides adaptive cruise control you can also choose standard cruise control, which does not brake for vehicles ahead.
You keep your own distance to the car ahead.
Condition: ACC fitted; Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Cruise control in 1 km/h steps
The adaptive cruise set speed changes in 1 km/h steps instead of 5 or 10 km/h.
Adaptive cruise control only.
Condition: ACC fitted; Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Lane assist – remember last setting
Preferably the car remembers whether lane assist was on or off when you switched off. Other variants are discussed in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Lane assist – adjust and remember
When Lane Assist intervenes, the steering vibration and whether it remembers its last on/off state are tuned to your driving style. The final setting is chosen together.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop
ACC right-side overtaking limit – adjust
Adaptive cruise brakes to avoid overtaking on the right, as is usual in Germany. This does not always suit Dutch traffic; together we choose the right setting.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Speed assistant – one-press off
On new cars the speed assistant (ISA) is on at every start. We look together at the quickest way for you to switch it off yourself, for example via a shortcut.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: GSR2 cars (from 07/2024); Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 minAgreed in the workshop
Safety 2
Brake disc drying in rain
In rain, the car occasionally applies the brake pads very lightly to the discs so the brakes respond well straight away.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minPrice on request
Seatbelt reminder – adjust
The seatbelt reminder can be set differently, for example for work where you often get in and out briefly. We discuss which setting suits you in the workshop.
We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop; you sign for it at intake.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely15 minAgreed in the workshop
Performance 1
DCC damping in Individual
Giving the adaptive dampers their own setting in Individual instead of tying them to Comfort or Sport. Only works with factory DCC; you cannot code this onto passive dampers.
Checked at diagnosisPrice on request
Electric 1
Car stays on longer (camping)
The automatic switch-off after about 30 minutes standing still can be adjusted, handy when camping or waiting long with climate and music on.
Uses energy from the batteries; keep an eye on charge level.
Condition: Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Checked at diagnosis15 minPrice on request
Retrofit 1
Rear speaker retrofit
On versions without rear speakers we fit original speakers in the rear doors and code the audio system.
Price depends on parts.
Condition: Base trim without rear door speakers; Up to MY2023, or MY2024+ with PR NI0; MY2024+ with NI1/NI7/NI8/NI9 (SFD2): check on diagnosis
Likely120 minPrice on request
Services 1
Workshop services for the same Build. Without a price: price on request.