Quick answer

The Charging app stores a location-based departure schedule, while the Aux. climate app sets the temperature and preconditioning behavior for that departure.

Before you start

Check that your vehicle has it.

Availability

Verified for the 2025 U.S.-market ID. Buzz infotainment charging and auxiliary-climate apps.

Retail trim / version
2025 ID. Buzz Pro S, 2025 ID. Buzz Pro S Plus, 2025 ID. Buzz 1st Edition
Required equipment / service
4MOTION
Compatibility check

Does the documented scope match your car?

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Source-named equipment or service
  • 4MOTION
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Published availability and qualifications

Verified for the 2025 U.S.-market ID. Buzz infotainment charging and auxiliary-climate apps.

Visual orientation

Know what kind of control to look for.

This original category diagram is an orientation aid, not a picture of your exact trim. Use the written labels and your vehicle manual to identify the real control.

Climate & charging orientation diagram for Volkswagen ID. Buzz
Climate & charging orientationOriginal visual guide · controls vary by trim · not to scale
How to use it

Step by step.

  1. 01

    At the regular charger, open the Charging app, select Locations and choose Add current position as a charging location.

  2. 02

    Name the location, open a timer and set the desired departure time, weekdays and repeat choice.

  3. 03

    Open the Aux. climate app, select Climate ctrl. and set the desired temperature and automatic-window-defogger preference.

  4. 04

    Select Departure in the climate app and make sure the intended timer and preconditioning choices are active before connecting the vehicle.

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Important limits

  • Charging power and connection time must be sufficient to reach the requested target.
  • Preconditioning while unplugged uses traction-battery energy and can reduce displayed range.
If it does not work

Quick checks.

  • ✓If charging begins immediately, confirm the saved location and active timer are recognized.
  • ✓If the cabin is not prepared, verify the departure entry and Aux. climate temperature are both active.
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Primary evidence

Volkswagen 2025 ID. Buzz Quick Start Guide — Scheduled Charging

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