The Volkswagen ID.4 features capacitive buttons on the steering wheel, which have received complaints for being frustrating and prone to accidental touches. An owner found a solution by installing regular buttons from the gas-powered Volkswagen Atlas. This DIY replacement process is straightforward, requiring no coding and can be completed at home for about $150. While the new buttons function well, there are minor limitations like issues with backlighting and specific button functions.
The capacitive controls on the steering wheel are as frustrating as ever, with a whole plastic panel moving instead of just pressing one small button. Reviewers and new owners complained about the annoying capacitive buttons in the ID.4.
A user in the VW ID Talk forum discovered that buttons from the gas-powered Volkswagen Atlas SUV fit the ID.4's steering wheel perfectly. The replacements provide functionality, but some features like backlighting and certain buttons may not work.
DIY enthusiasts can replace the ID.4's capacitive buttons with traditional ones for about $150. The process requires disconnecting the battery and removing components like the airbag and trim.
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