How to connect your VW, Audi, Cupra or Skoda vehicle to Ohme

This article applies to Ohme app version 2.21.0 and later

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What’s changed and why
Keeping your existing connection active
Pairing your vehicle with Ohme
How to find your VIN
FAQs

What’s changed and why

We’ve been working with Volkswagen Group on an update to how Ohme connects to your VW, Audi, Cupra or Škoda – known as an API integration. Ohme uses your car’s battery level to make your smart charging smarter. Knowing your current state of charge allows Ohme to schedule the right amount of charge required to hit your target without.

Keeping your existing connection active

1. Update the Ohme app. Make sure you have version 2.21.0 or later installed. You can check this in the App Store or Google PlayStore.
2. Accept the new Terms & Conditions. When you open the updated app, you’ll be prompted to accept the new Terms & Conditions. Once you accept, migration is complete your vehicle will remain connected and everything will continue working as before.

If you do not accept the Terms & Conditions, your vehicle integration will be disconnected and Ohme will no longer be able to read your battery level automatically. For more information on smart charging without API, click here.

Pairing your vehicle with Ohme

1. Update to the latest version of the Ohme app
2. Go to Settings → My EVs → Select your vehicle → Tap ‘Pair my EV’
3. You’ll then be prompted to enter your 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This is the only pairing method currently available, no email or password required.
4. Once your VIN is confirmed, accept the Terms & Conditions when prompted. Your vehicle will then be connected and ready to go.

How to find your VIN

Your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a 17-character alphanumeric code unique to your vehicle. We recommend keeping a note of this somewhere safe so that you can refer back to this easily. If you’re unsure where to find it, check the following places:

In the vehicle:

• At the bottom corner of the dashboard, visible through the lower edge of the windscreen
• On the driver or passenger-side door pillar (the frame when the door is open)
• Stamped into the metal under the bonnet

In your documents (if you don’t have access to the car):

• V5C logbook: the VIN is listed on your registration document
• Insurance documents or service book: the VIN is typically shown on your insurance card, or on a white data sticker on the inside cover of the service manual
• Under the boot carpet: a label with the VIN is sometimes found here

Digitally:

• Your EV’s app: if you have digital connectivity set up, your VIN will be listed in your vehicle profile within the app

If you have multiple EVs, you’ll need to select the VIN of the EV you wish to pair your Ohme app with. Each EV will need to be set up and connected separately. Find out more about charging multiple EVs here.