Get Charging options for mobile devices Guide for Volkswagen California Van Fourth Generation (2024-2025)

● Do not connect any lamps which use neon tubes.

● Only connect devices to the socket with a voltage that matches the voltage of the socket.

● With electrical devices that require a high level of current in the start phase, the built-in excess current switch

will prevent the device from being switched on. If this happens, disconnect the power supply from the

electrical equipment and reconnect after waiting approximately 10 seconds.

Unshielded devices can cause interference in the Infotainment system and vehicle

electronics.

Functional problems may occur with some devices when they are connected to the 230-volt socket with

earthing contact due to the lower power output (wattage).

Charging options for mobile devices

Mobile devices can be charged in the vehicle via the built-in USB-A or USB-C ports, or wirelessly.

Charging via USB ports

The following USB

-A or USB-C ports may be available in the vehicle:

Indicates a USB

socket for data transfer and charging function.

Indicates a USB

socket for the charging function only.

Available charging power

Depending on the equipment, voltages of up to 20 V are provided via the USB

port, which allows for a charging power of up to 45 W.

Depending on the equipment level, the following charging profiles can be supported by theUSB

sockets:

— Legacy charging (2.5 W).

—BC1.2 (7.5 W).

—USB

-C charging (15 W).

—USB

Power Delivery (up to 45 W).

The actual charging power taken by the connected device depends on the following points:

— Supported charging profiles.

—Charge level of the device.

—Temperature of the device.

—Charging cable used.

With double

USB

ports, the charging power can be divided between the two ports.

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Wireless charging function

Fig. 1 Shelf with lining mat for the wireless charging

function (illustration).

The wireless charging function comes with some equipment levels and is not available in all countries.

The wireless charging function enables wireless energy transmission by electromagnetic induction over a short

distance for Qi-certified mobile telephones.

The shelf with lining mat for the wireless charging function is located in the area of the centre console and is

designed for only one Qi-certified mobile telephone.

In some vehicles, the lining mat has a telephone symbol which marks the centre position→ Fig. 1

The charging capacity is 5 watts.

Qi standard

The Qi standard enables wireless charging of suitable Qi-certified mobile telephones. Consult the operating manual

for the mobile telephone to find out if it is compatible with the Qi standard. The manufacturer of the mobile

telephone may provide further information on compatibility.

There may be charging restrictions with mobile telephones that are not Qi-certified.

Charging a mobile telephone wirelessly

Prerequisite

✓ A suitable mobile telephone that is not larger than the marked shelf area and is Qi-certified.

1. Remove all foreign material from the stowage compartment before charging.

2. After removing the protective cover and any other foreign material, place the mobile telephone in the centre of

the shelf area with the display facing upwards and so that its entire surface is flat on the area.

The charging process will start automatically.

3. Follow the operating manual for the mobile telephone.

The Infotainment system will provide information about the start of the charging operation and, where applicable,

about any foreign objects with metallic components that are detected in the stowage compartment.

Mobile telephone is not charged

A message about a foreign object in the stowage compartment may be displayed on the Infotainment system.

An unfavourable position of the mobile telephone on the insert mat can impair the charging function. This can already

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be the case in the event of small changes in position, e.g. due to vibrations.

The position of the mobile telephone must be corrected to re-establish the correct charging function.

1. Align the mobile telephone centrally on the charging area.

The charging function can also be impaired by metal and above all magnetic parts of a mobile telephone or its

protective cover.

1. Turn the mobile telephone by around 180 ° and align on the charging area with the display still facing upwards.

Stowage compartment cover

Depending on equipment and country, the stowage compartment for the wireless charging function has a cover for

the mobile telephone’s display.

The cover can avoid distractions caused by the mobile telephone, such as incoming messages.

1. Place the mobile telephone in the stowage compartment.

2. Keep the cover closed when driving so that the mobile telephone display is fully covered→

WARNING

Notifications on the mobile telephone display can distract the driver and increase the risk of a serious accident.

● Only ever place one suitable mobile telephone – Qi-capable where applicable – without its protective cover on

the shelf in the stowage compartment.

● Remove any items that prevent the cover from closing.

● Keep the cover closed at all times while the vehicle is in motion.

WARNING

Do not place any metal objects or items with metallic components on the wireless charging pad. Metallic objects

may become very hot. This may cause burn injuries to the skin and cause a fire.

NOTICE

Do not place any ID cards, credit cards etc. with magnetic strips or with a chip on the wireless charging pad. The

data stored on the magnetic strip or chip may become unusable.

Small torch

A small torch may be located in the 12-volt socket in the dash panel depending on the equipment.

1. To charge the small torch, hold the torch at the knurled wheel of the lens and insert it in the 12-volt socket.

2. To switch the small torch on and off, turn the thumb wheel on the lens.

When travelling, always leave the torch plugged into the 12-volt socket→ Small torch.

WARNING

Objects that are not secured, or are secured incorrectly, can cause serious injuries in the event of a sudden driving or

braking manoeuvre or accident. This applies particularly if objects are struck by the airbag when activated and then

flung through the vehicle interior. To reduce the risk of accidents, observe the following guidelines:

● When travelling, always leave the torch plugged into the 12-volt socket.

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Charging options for mobile devices for Your Volkswagen California Van Fourth Generation (2024-2025)

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