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É2175846207xËÍ2175846207

Order no. P217 0327 13 Part no. 217 584 62 07Edition B 2020

S-ClassMercedes-AMG Supplement

Mercedes-Benz

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Publication detailsInternetFurther information about Mercedes-Benz vehi‐cles and about Mercedes-Benz AG can be foundon the following websites:https://www.mbusa.com (USA only)https://www.mercedes-benz.ca (Canada only)

Documentation team©Mercedes-Benz AG: not to be reprinted, trans‐lated or otherwise reproduced, in whole or inpart, without written permission from Mercedes-Benz AG.

Vehicle manufacturerMercedes-Benz AGMercedesstrasse 12070372 StuttgartGermany

As at 28.03.2019

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Thank you for purchasing a Mercedes-AMGBefore you first drive off, read this Operator'sManual carefully and familiarize yourself withyour vehicle. For your own safety and a longeroperating lifespan of the vehicle, follow theinstructions and warning notices in this Opera‐tor's Manual. Disregarding them may lead todamage to the vehicle or injury to people.Damage to the vehicle resulting from the disre‐gard of the instructions is not covered by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.The standard equipment or product descriptionof your vehicle may vary and depends on the fol‐lowing factors:R ModelR OrderR National versionR Availability

Mercedes-AMG reserves the right to introducechanges in the following areas:R DesignR Equipment

R Technical features

The equipment in your vehicle may therefore dif‐fer from that shown in the descriptions and illus‐trations.The following documents are integral parts ofthe vehicle:R Digital Operator's ManualR Printed Operator's ManualR Maintenance BookletR Equipment-dependent Supplements

Keep these documents in the vehicle at alltimes. If you sell the vehicle, always pass all ofthe documents on to the new owner.Mercedes-Benz USA, LLCMercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.A Mercedes-Benz Company

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Symbols ........................................................ 3

At a glance .................................................... 4Cockpit ........................................................... 4

General notes ............................................... 7Operator's Manual .......................................... 7Operating safety ............................................. 7Qualified specialist workshop ......................... 8Correct use of the vehicle ............................... 9Limited Warranty ............................................ 9

Occupant safety ......................................... 10Seat belts ..................................................... 10

Driving and parking .................................... 11Driving .......................................................... 11DYNAMIC SELECT switch .............................. 13Automatic transmission ................................ 14Driving and driving safety systems ................ 16Function of the AMG steering-wheel but‐tons .............................................................. 24

Instrument Display and on-boardcomputer .................................................... 25Notes on the Instrument Display and on-board computer ............................................ 25Operating the on-board computer ................ 25Calling up displays on the Performancemenu ............................................................ 26Displaying and starting RACE TIMER onthe Performance menu ................................. 28Function of the Head-up Display ................... 29

Multimedia system .................................... 31AMG TRACK PACE ......................................... 31

Breakdown assistance .............................. 36Flat tire ......................................................... 36

Wheels and tires ........................................ 37Overview of the tire-change tool kit .............. 37Changing a wheel ......................................... 37Installing/removing the longitudinalmember panel .............................................. 38

Technical data ............................................ 39Operating fluids ............................................ 39Vehicle data .................................................. 40

Display messages and warning/indi‐cator lamps ................................................ 42Display messages ......................................... 42Warning and indicator lamps ........................ 43

Index ........................................................... 45

2 Contents

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In this Operator's Manual, you will find the fol‐lowing symbols:

& DANGER Danger due to not observingthe warning notices

Warning notices draw your attention to haz‐ards that may endanger your health or life, orthe health or life of others.# Observe the warning notices.

+ ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmentaldamage due to failure to observe envi‐ronmental notes

Environmental notes include information onenvironmentally responsible behavior or envi‐ronmentally responsible disposal.# Observe environmental notes.

* NOTE Damage to property due to failureto observe notes on material damage

Notes on material damage inform you ofrisks which may lead to your vehicle beingdamaged.

# Observe notes on material damage.

% Useful instructions or further informationthat could be helpful to you.

X Instruction(Q page) Further information on a topicDisplay Information on the multifunction dis‐

play/media display+ Highest menu level, which is to be

selected in the multimedia system* Corresponding submenus, which are

to be selected in the multimedia sys‐tem

* Marks a cause

Symbols 3

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Left-hand drive vehicles (Coupe)

4 At a glance – Cockpit

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1 Steering wheel gearshift paddles → 14

2 Combination switch

3 Instrument Display → 25

4 DIRECT SELECT lever

5 PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamp

6 Media display

7 Start/stop button → 11

8 Climate control systems

9 Glove box

A Stowage compartment

B Cup holder

C Hazard warning lights

D Active Parking Assist

E AMG adaptive sport suspension system → 20

F AMG Performance exhaust system → 12

G Touchpad

H Activates/deactivates ESP® → 16

I Manual gearshifting → 14

J DYNAMIC SELECT switch → 13

K ECO start/stop function → 12

L Control panel for the multimedia system

M AMG steering-wheel buttons → 24

N Adjusts the steering wheel

Switches the steering wheel heater on/off

O Control panel for:

On-board computer → 25

Cruise control

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

P Diagnostics connection

Q Opens the hood

R Electric parking brake

S Light switch

T Control panel for:

Active Steering Assist

At a glance – Cockpit 5

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Active Lane Keeping Assist

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC

Night View Assist

Head-up Display → 29

Sets the vehicle level → 22

6 At a glance – Cockpit

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Operator's ManualThis Supplement provides information on all theimportant functions of your AMG vehicle that areeither not described or differ from the descrip‐tions in the vehicle Operator's Manual. Thisinformation supplements or replaces the corre‐sponding sections in the vehicle Operator's Man‐ual. Under no circumstances does the Supple‐ment replace the Operator's Manual.This Supplement describes all models, andstandard and optional equipment for your vehi‐cle, as available at the time of going to press.Country-specific differences are possible. Bearin mind that your vehicle may not feature allfunctions described here. This is also the casefor systems and functions relevant to safety.Therefore, the equipment on your vehicle maydiffer from that in the descriptions and illustra‐tions.The original purchase contract documentationfor your vehicle contains a list of all of the sys‐tems in your vehicle.

Should you have any questions concerningequipment and operation, please consult anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center.The Operator's Manual, the Supplement and theMaintenance Booklet are important documentsand should be kept in the vehicle.

Operating safety

& WARNING Risk of accident due to mal‐functions or system failures

If you do not have the prescribed service/maintenance work or any required repairscarried out, this could result in malfunctionsor system failures.# Always have the prescribed service/

maintenance work as well any requiredrepairs carried out at a qualified spe‐cialist workshop.

& WARNING Risk of accident and injury asa result of incorrect modifications toelectronic component parts

Modification to electronic components, theirsoftware or wiring could impair their functionand/or the function of other networked com‐ponent parts. In particular, systems relevantto safety could also be affected.As a result, they may no longer function asintended and/or endanger the operatingsafety of the vehicle.# Never tamper with the wiring and elec‐

tronic component parts or their soft‐ware.

# You should have all work on electricaland electronic components carried outat a qualified specialist workshop.

Observe the "On-board electronics" section in"Technical data" in the vehicle Operator's Man‐ual.

General notes 7

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& WARNING Risk of fire due to flammablematerials on hot parts of the exhaustsystem

Flammable material such as leaves, grass ortwigs may ignite if they come into contactwith hot parts of the exhaust system.# When driving on unpaved roads or off-

road, regularly check the vehicle under‐side.

# Remove trapped plants or other flam‐mable material.

# If there is damage, consult a qualifiedspecialist workshop immediately.

* NOTE Damage to the vehicle

In the following situations, in particular, thereis a risk of damage to the vehicle:R The vehicle becomes grounded, e.g. on a

high curb or an unpaved road

R The vehicle is driven too fast over anobstacle, e.g. a curb, speed bump or pot‐holeR A heavy object strikes the underbody or

chassis components

In situations such as this, the body, theunderbody, chassis components, wheels ortires could be damaged without the damagebeing visible. Components damaged in thisway can unexpectedly fail or, in the case ofan accident, may not absorb the loads thatarise as intended.If the underbody paneling is damaged, flam‐mable materials such as leaves, grass ortwigs can collect between the underbody andthe underbody paneling. These materials mayignite if they come into contact with hotparts on the exhaust system.# Have the vehicle checked and repaired

immediately at a qualified specialistworkshop.

or

# If driving safety is impaired while con‐tinuing your journey, pull over and stopthe vehicle immediately in accordancewith the traffic conditions, and contacta qualified specialist workshop.

Qualified specialist workshopAn authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a quali‐fied specialist workshop. It has the necessaryspecial skills, tools and qualifications to cor‐rectly carry out the work required on your vehi‐cle. This particularly applies to safety-relevantworks.For the following, always have your vehiclechecked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen‐ter:R safety-relevant worksR service and maintenance workR repair workR modifications as well as installations and

conversionsR work on electronic components

8 General notes

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Mercedes‑AMG recommends a Mercedes‑Benzservice center.

Correct use of the vehicleIf you remove any warning stickers, you or otherscould fail to recognize certain dangers. Leavewarning stickers in position.Observe the following information in particularwhen driving your vehicle:R the safety notes in this manualR technical data for the vehicleR traffic rules and regulationsR laws and safety standards pertaining to

motor vehicles

Limited Warranty

* NOTE Damage to the vehicle arisingfrom violation of these operating instruc‐tions.

Damage to the vehicle can arise from viola‐tion of these operating instructions.

This damage is not covered either by theMercedes-Benz implied warranty or by theNew‑ or Used-Vehicle Warranty.# Follow the instructions in these operat‐

ing instructions on proper operation ofyour vehicle as well as on possible vehi‐cle damage.

General notes 9

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Seat beltsReduced protection

The AMG sport seat is designed for the standardthree-point seat belt. If you install a differentmultipoint seat belt, e.g. sport or racing seatbelts, the restraint system cannot provide theintended level of protection.Depending on the type of seat, there may beopenings in the seat backrest. These openingshave no function.

& WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injurydue to modified seat belt systems

If you feed seat belts through the opening inthe seat backrest, the seat backrest may bedamaged or may even break in the event ofan accident.# Only use the standard three-point seat

belt.# Never modify the seat belt system.

Function of the seat belt extender

The seat belt extender for the front seat helpsyou fasten your seat belt. When the door isclosed, the seat belt extender extends.The seat belt extender retracts again in the fol‐lowing cases:R the seat belt tongue is engaged in the seat

belt buckleR The seat belt tongue is not engaged in the

seat belt buckle within 60 secondsR The respective door is openedR You fold the seat backrest forwardsR Nobody is sitting in the front passenger seat

The seat belt extender must always be retractedwhile the vehicle is in motion.

10 Occupant safety

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DrivingBreaking-in notes

To preserve the engine during the first1,000 miles (1,500 km):R drive at varying road speeds and engine

speeds.R do not drive faster than 85 mph (140 km/h).R allow the engine to reach a maximum engine

speed of 4,500 rpm (4,500 rpm) only briefly.R drive the vehicle in drive programA.R change gear before the tachometer needle is

Ô of the way to the red area of the tachome‐ter.R do not shift down a gear manually in order to

brake.R avoid overstraining the vehicle, e.g. driving at

full throttle.R do not depress the accelerator pedal past

the pressure point (kickdown).R only increase the engine speed gradually and

accelerate the vehicle to full speed after1,000 miles (1,500 km).

This also applies when the engine or parts of thedrivetrain have been replaced.Please also observe the following breaking-innotes:R In certain driving and driving safety systems,

the sensors adjust automatically while a cer‐tain distance is being driven after the vehiclehas been delivered or after repairs. Full sys‐tem effectiveness is not reached until theend of this teach-in process.R Brakepads, brake discs and tires that are

either new or have been replaced only ach‐ieve optimum braking effect and grip afterseveral hundred kilometers of driving. Com‐pensate for the reduced braking effect byapplying greater force to the brake pedal.

Function of Emotion Start

# Start the vehicle with the start/stop buttonand simultaneously pull one of steeringwheel gearshift paddles1 or2.R The idle speed is increased briefly when

starting the engine.R The exhaust gas flaps are opened (sporty

characteristic) (/ page 12).

Observe the notes on starting the vehicle in thevehicle Operator's Manual.

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Operation of the ECO start/stop function

The engine is switched off automatically in thefollowing situations if all vehicle conditions foran automatic engine stop are met:R You brake the vehicle to a standstill in trans‐

mission positionh ori.

If you switch on the HOLD function in transmis‐sion positionh ori, the engine will automati‐cally stop in the following situations:R You stop behind a vehicle that is pulling

away.R You stop at a stop sign when there is no vehi‐

cle in front of you.R You turn the steering wheel hard at a low

speed.

% In transmission positionk, the engine isnot switched off automatically even whenthe HOLD function is switched on.

The engine is restarted automatically if:R You release the brake pedal in transmission

positionh when the HOLD function is not

active and the vehicle does not start tomove.R You shift from transmission positionj.R You release the brake pedal and the vehicle

starts to move on a gentle downhill gradientat a speed below 3 mph (5 km/h).R You depress the accelerator pedal.R You permanently activate manual gearshift‐

ing.R You pull the left-hand steering wheel gear‐

shift paddle.R An automatic engine start is necessary.

If the engine was switched off by the ECO start/stop function and you leave the vehicle, a warn‐ing tone sounds. The Vehicle Ready to DriveSwitch the Ignition Off Before Exiting displaymessage also appears in the multifunction dis‐play. If you do not switch off the ignition, theignition is automatically switched off after oneminute.

AMG Performance adjustable exhaust sys‐tem

Function of the AMG Performance exhaustsystemChanging the position of the exhaust gas flapsallows you to select the sound characteristics ofthe AMG Performance exhaust system:R Closed exhaust gas flaps: comfort character‐

istic (balanced)R Open exhaust gas flaps: sporty characteristic

(powerful)

Operating the AMG Performance exhaustsystem

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# Press button1.The sporty characteristic (Powerful) is selec‐ted when indicator lamp2 lights up.

Notes for the AMG high-performance brakesystem and the AMG ceramic high-perform‐ance composite brake system

The brake system is designed for heavy loads.This may lead to noise when braking. This effectcan also occur after washing the vehicle.The noise depends on the following factors:R SpeedR Brake forceR Environmental conditions, e.g. temperature

and air humidity

Have the brake system checked at a qualifiedspecialist workshop after it has been subjectedto extreme use.

DYNAMIC SELECT switchFunction of the DYNAMIC SELECT switch

Use the DYNAMIC SELECT switch to changebetween the following drive programs:o (Slippery): optimized pulling away and

driving characteristics in wintry and slip‐pery road conditions

= (Individual): individual settingsA (Comfort): comfortable and economical

driving styleC (Sport): sporty driving styleB (Sport +): particularly sporty driving styleI (RACE): suitable for driving on a race

track

TheI (RACE) drive program may not beused on normal roads.I (RACE) must onlybe activated and used on dedicated race cir‐cuits, not on public roads.Mercedes-AMG recommends selecting the driveprogramA when in city traffic or stop-and-gotraffic.

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Depending on the drive program selected, thefollowing vehicle characteristics will change:R Drive:

- Engine and transmission management- Active Distance Assist DISTRONICR ESP®

R Availability of the ECO start/stop functionR Position of the exhaust gas flapsR SuspensionR SteeringR 4MATIC+ all-wheel driveR TheI(RACE) drive program has the fol‐

lowing properties:- The vehicle exhibits driving characteris‐

tics suited for the racetrack.- All vehicle systems are set for maximum

sportiness.- The suspension exhibits particularly firm

springing and damping settings.- Glide mode is not available.

- The sporty characteristic (Powerful) isactivated when the exhaust system isactivated.

% You can change the following vehicle charac‐teristics using the buttons in the center con‐sole:R Position of the exhaust gas flapsR SuspensionR ESP®

R Availability of the ECO start/stop func‐tion

Displaying dynamic data

Multimedia system:4 Vehicle 5e DYNAMIC SELECT# Select Dyn. Data.

Dynamic data is displayed, e.g.:R G-force valuesR Torque distributionR BoostR Current power output

R Variable all-wheel drive

Automatic transmissionManual gearshifting

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# To activate/deactivate: press button1.If indicator lamp2 is lit, manual gearshift‐ing is activated. The current gear is displayedin the multifunction display.

% To permanently shift the gears manually indrive program= using the steering wheelgearshift paddles, select the M (Manual) set‐ting for the transmission.

* NOTE Damage to the engine due to shift‐ing up too late

The automatic transmission does not shift upin manual mode even when the engine's lim‐iting speed is reached.The fuel supply is interrupted in order to pre‐vent the engine from overrevving.# Shift up before the engine speed rea‐

ches the red area in the tachometer.

# To shift up: pull steering wheel gearshiftpaddle2.

# To shift down: pull steering wheel gearshiftpaddle1.

If the engine speed is too high or too low, youcannot change gear using the steering wheelgearshift paddles. In this case, segments1light up red.

Gearshift recommendation

The gearshift recommendation assists you inadopting an economical driving style.

# If gearshift recommendation message1 isshown on the multifunction display, shift tothe recommended gear.

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% Gearshift recommendation is active only ifyou have activated manual gearshifting withthe button on the center console.

Using kickdown

# Maximum acceleration: depress the accel‐erator pedal beyond the pressure point.

The automatic transmission shifts up to the nextgear when the maximum engine speed isreached to protect the engine from overrevving.% If you have activated manual gearshifting

with the button in the center console, thetransmission does not react to the kick‐down.

Driving and driving safety systemsFunction of ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro‐gram)

& WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP® ismalfunctioning

If ESP® is malfunctioning, ESP® cannot carryout vehicle stabilization. In addition, otherdriving safety systems are switched off.# Drive on carefully.# Have ESP® checked at a qualified spe‐

cialist workshop.

You can select between the following modes ofESP®:R ESP® onR SPORT handling mode onR ESP® off

Characteristics when ESP® is activated

ESP® monitors and improves driving stability andtraction, particularly in the following situations:R When pulling away on wet or slippery road‐

way.R When braking.R In strong sidewinds when you are driving

faster than 43 mph (70 km/h).

ESP® can stabilize the vehicle by intervening inthe following ways:R One or more wheels are braked.R The engine output is adapted according to

the situation.

ESP® is activated every time the engine is star‐ted, regardless of whether ESP® was in SPORThandling mode or was deactivated before theengine was switched off.

ESP® is intervening if the ESP® ÷ warninglamp flashes in the instrument cluster:R Do not deactivate ESP®.

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R Only depress the accelerator pedal as far asis necessary.R Adapt your driving style to suit the current

road and weather conditions.

Characteristics of activated SPORT handlingmode

& WARNING Risk of skidding due to incor‐rect application of SPORT handling mode

When you activate SPORT handling mode,there is an increased risk of skidding andhaving an accident.# Only activate SPORT handling mode in

the circumstances described as follows.

Select SPORT handling mode when the vehicle'sown oversteering and understeering characteris‐tics are desired, for example when driving onspecially designated roads.Only a highly qualified and experienced drivershould drive in SPORT handling mode or withESP® deactivated.

If SPORT handling mode is activated and one ormore wheels start to spin, the ÷ ESP® warn‐ing lamp in the instrument cluster flashes. ESP®then only stabilizes the vehicle to a limiteddegree.If SPORT handling mode is activated:R ESP® only improves driving stability to a limi‐

ted degree.R ETS/4ETS traction control is still active.R The engine's torque is only restricted to a

limited degree and the drive wheels can spin.The spinning of the wheels results in a cut‐ting action for better traction on loose surfa‐ces.R ESP® continues to provide assistance when

the brakes are firmly applied.

Characteristics when ESP® is deactivated

& WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP® isdeactivated

If you deactivate ESP®, ESP® cannot carryout vehicle stabilization.

# ESP® should only be deactivated in thefollowing situations.

ESP® is deactivated if the å ESP® OFF warn‐ing lamp lights up continuously in the instrumentcluster:R Driving stability will no longer be improved.R Crosswind Assist is no longer active.R The drive wheels could spin.R ETS/4ETS traction control is still active.

% Even when ESP® is deactivated, you are stillassisted by ESP® when braking hard.

In the following situations, it may be better toactivate SPORT handling mode or deactivateESP®:R When using snow chains.R In deep snow.R On sand or gravel.

% Spinning the wheels results in a cuttingaction which provides better grip.

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% Activate ESP® as soon as the situationsdescribed above no longer apply. ESP® willotherwise not be able to stabilize the vehicleif the vehicle starts to skid or a wheel startsto spin.

If the ÷ ESP® warning lamp lights up continu‐ously, ESP® is not available due to a malfunction.Observe any information which may be displayedin the instrument cluster:R Warning and indicator lampsR Display messages

ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System)ETS/4ETS traction control is part of ESP®.ETS/4ETS can improve the vehicle's traction byintervening in the following ways:R The drive wheels are braked individually if

they spin.R More drive torque is transferred to the wheel

or wheels with traction.

Activating/deactivating ESP® (Electronic Sta‐bility Program)

# To activate SPORT handling mode: brieflypress button1.The. SPORT handling mode warninglamp in the instrument cluster lights up. TheSPORT handling mode message appears inthe multifunction display.

# To deactivate SPORT handling mode:briefly press button1.The. SPORT handling mode warninglamp in the instrument cluster goes out.

# To deactivate ESP®: press and hold button1 until the å warning lamp lights up.The ÷ OFFmessage appears in the multi‐function display.

# To activate ESP®: briefly press button1.The å warning lamp in the instrumentcluster goes out.

Observe the information on warning lamps anddisplay messages which may be shown in theinstrument cluster.

RACE START

Function of RACE STARTRACE START enables optimal vehicle accelera‐tion from a standstill. For this, a suitably high-grip road surface is required, the tires and vehi‐cle must also be in good condition.% RACE START is only available after the vehi‐

cle has been broken in (/ page 11).

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% RACE START may not be used on normalroads. RACE START must only be activatedand used on dedicated race circuits, not onpublic roads.Be sure to read the safety notes and infor‐mation on ESP® (/ page 16).

& WARNING Risk of skidding and havingan accident from wheels spinning

When you use RACE START, individual wheelscould spin and you could lose control of thevehicle.

Depending on the ESP® mode selected, thereis an increased risk of skidding and having anaccident.# Make sure that no persons or obstacles

are in the close vicinity of your vehicle.

Activating RACE STARTRequirements:R The doors, the hood and the trunk lid are

closed.

R The engine is running and the transmissionand engine are at normal operating tempera‐ture.R The steering wheel is in the straight-ahead

position.R The vehicle is on level ground.R The vehicle is stationary, the brake pedal is

depressed (left foot) and the parking brake isreleased.R The transmission is in positionh.R One of the drive programsC,B orI is selected (/ page 13).

# Rapidly depress the accelerator pedal fully.The engine speed increases.

% If the activation conditions are not fulfilled,RACE START cannot be activated. The RACESTART Not Possible See Operator's Manualmessage appears in the multifunction dis‐play.

# The RACE START Release brake to start mes‐sage appears in the multifunction display.

% In this phase you can adjust RACE STARTdepending on the road conditions: you canvary the engine speed by pulling on one ofthe steering wheel paddle shifters. The seg‐ments in the multifunction display flickerrapidly.

% If the brake pedal is not released after ashort while, RACE START is canceled. TheRACE START Canceled message appears inthe multifunction display.

# Take your foot off the brake, but keep theaccelerator pedal depressed.The vehicle pulls away at maximum accelera‐tion. The RACE START Active messageappears in the multifunction display.

RACE START is deactivated when the vehicle rea‐ches a speed of approximately 31 mph(50 km/h).RACE START is deactivated immediately if yourelease the accelerator pedal during RACESTART or if any of the activation conditions areno longer fulfilled. The RACE START Canceledmessage appears in the multifunction display.

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% After using it several times in short succes‐sion, RACE START is unavailable until a cer‐tain distance has been driven.

AMG adaptive sport suspension system

Function of the AMG adaptive sport suspen‐sion systemThe AMG adaptive sport suspension system isan air suspension system with variable dampingfor improved driving characteristics. The all-round level control system ensures the best pos‐sible suspension and constant ground clearance,even with a laden vehicle. When driving at

speed, the vehicle is lowered automatically toimprove driving safety and to reduce fuel con‐sumption. You also have the option of manuallyadjusting the vehicle level.The damping is set individually for each wheeland is affected by the following factors:R The driving style, e.g. sportyR The road condition, e.g. bumpsR The individual selection of the drive program:A (Comfort),C (Sport) orB (Sport+)

The AMG adaptive sport suspension systemcomprises:R Air suspension for ground clearance irrespec‐

tive of load

R Automatic level control systemR Speed-dependent lowering to reduce fuel

consumptionR Manually selectable high level setting for

greater ground clearanceR ADS PLUS (Adaptive Damping System with

constant damping force adjustment)R DYNAMIC SELECT switch and level buttonR Suspension setting button

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Available suspension settings

Drive program Characteristics

A (Comfort) R The suspension setting is comfortable.R The vehicle is set to the normal level.R When driving at speeds above 77 mph (125 km/h) the vehicle is lowered.R When driving at speeds below 50 mph (80 km/h) the vehicle is raised again.R 4MATIC+ is dynamically synchronized.

C (Sport) R The suspension setting is firmer.R The vehicle is set to the normal level.R When driving at speeds above 77 mph (125 km/h) the vehicle is lowered.R When driving at speeds below 50 mph (80 km/h) the vehicle is raised again.R 4MATIC+ is dynamically synchronized.

B (Sport Plus)I (RACE)

R The suspension setting is even firmer.R The vehicle is set to the normal level.R When driving at speeds above 77 mph (125 km/h) the vehicle is lowered.R When driving at speeds below 50 mph (80 km/h) the vehicle is raised again.R 4MATIC+ is more dynamically synchronized.

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Selecting the AMG adaptive sport suspen‐sion system setting

# COMFORT suspension setting: press but‐ton1 repeatedly until indicator lamps2and3 go out.The AMG Suspension System COMFORTmessage appears in the multifunction dis‐play.

The driving characteristics of your vehicle arecomfortable.

# SPORT suspension setting: press button1 repeatedly until indicator lamp3 lightsup.The AMG Suspension System SPORT mes‐sage appears in the multifunction display.The suspension is adapted to be firmer.

# SPORT+ suspension setting: press button1 repeatedly until indicator lamps2 and3 light up.The AMG Suspension System SPORT + mes‐sage appears in the multifunction display.The suspension is adapted to be very firm.

Setting the vehicle level

& WARNING Risk of accident becausevehicle level is too high

If you drive at a higher vehicle level, the driv‐ing characteristics may be impaired due tothe higher vehicle center of gravity.The vehicle can drift outwards, for example,when steering or cornering.

# Always choose a vehicle level which issuited to the driving style and the roadsurface conditions.

& WARNING Risk of entrapment from vehi‐cle lowering

When lowering the vehicle, people couldbecome trapped if their limbs are betweenthe vehicle body and the tires or underneaththe vehicle.# Make sure no one is underneath the

vehicle or in the immediate vicinity ofthe wheel arches when the vehicle isbeing lowered.

& WARNING Risk of becoming trappeddue to the vehicle lowering

Vehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL orlevel control system: when you unload lug‐gage or leave the vehicle, the vehicle firstrises slightly and then returns to the set levelshortly afterwards.

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You or anyone else in the vicinity of thewheel arches or the underbody could thusbecome trapped.The vehicle can also be lowered after beinglocked.# When leaving the vehicle, make sure

that nobody is in the vicinity of thewheel arches or the underbody.

Requirements:R The vehicle has been started.R The vehicle must not be moving faster than

50 mph (80 km/h).

Raising the vehicle

# Press button1.The vehicle is set to the high level.

Your selection is saved.The vehicle is lowered again in the following sit‐uations:R When driving faster than 75 mph

(120 km/h).

R When driving between 50 mph (80 km/h)and 75 mph (120 km/h) for approximatelythree minutes.R After selecting a drive program using the

DYNAMIC SELECT switch.

The vehicle is adjusted to the height of the lastactive drive program.

Lowering the vehicle# Press button1.

The vehicle is adjusted to the height of thelast active drive program.

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Function of the AMG steering-wheel but‐tons

The AMG steering-wheel buttons are two addi‐tional control elements on the steering wheel.You can assign two vehicle functions of yourchoice to the left control element. You canchange between the available functions bypressing display buttons2 repeatedly. The cur‐rently selected functions are displayed in displaybuttons2.The following functions are available:R ESP®(/ page 16)

R AMG adaptive sport suspension system(/ page 20)R AMG Performance exhaust system

(/ page 12)R ECO start/stop function (/ page 12)R Manual gearshifting (/ page 14)

If you have assigned a function to one of displaybuttons2, you can operate this function withcorresponding button1.The assignment of display buttons2 remainsstored even after a new engine start, but theoperating status of the respective function isreset to the basic setting.You can change between the drive programswith rotary actuator3. The selected drive pro‐gram appears in display button4. By pressingdisplay button4, you can directly access thedrive program= (Individual) (/ page 13).

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Notes on the Instrument Display and on-board computerAdditional notes regarding your Mercedes-AMGvehicle:R If you select the Performance menu, the

upshift bar will appear on the multifunctiondisplay.R If you switch on the ECO start/stop function

and select drive programA, the engineelectronics will switch from eight-cylindermode to four-cylinder mode, if necessary.The multifunction display will show the/symbol in the status area.R Additional note regarding the indicator and

warning lamps: the vehicle is also equippedwith the. SPORT handling mode indica‐tor and warning lamp (/ page 43).R You can select the following display content

in Mercedes-AMG vehicles with a Wide‐screen Cockpit:- Tachometer (classic display setting)- Tachometer and gear display (classic dis‐

play setting)

- Date (progressive display setting)- Date and gear display- Warm-up- Engine data- G-meter- Trip computer- Navigation

Operating the on-board computer

& WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐mation systems and communicationsequipment

If you operate information and communica‐tion equipment integrated in the vehiclewhen driving, you will be distracted from thetraffic situation. This could also cause you tolose control of the vehicle.# Only operate this equipment when the

traffic situation permits.# If you cannot be sure of this, stop the

vehicle whilst paying attention to road

and traffic conditions and operate theequipment with the vehicle stationary.

Observe the legal requirements for the countryin which you are currently driving when operat‐ing the on-board computer.% The on-board computer displays will appear

on the multifunction display.

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The on-board computer is operated using left-hand Touch Control3 and left-hand back/home button2.The following menus are available:R ServiceR DriveAssistR PerformanceR TripR NavigationR RadioR MediaR PhoneR Head-up Disp.

The menus can be called up from the menu baron the multifunction display.# To call up the menu bar: press back button

on the left2 until the menu bar is dis‐played.

# To scroll in the menu bar: swipe left orright on left-hand Touch Control3.

# To call up a menu or confirm a selection:press left-hand Touch Control3.

# To scroll through displays or lists on themenu: swipe upwards or downwards on left-hand Touch Control3.

# To call up a submenu or confirm a selec‐tion: press left-hand Touch Control3.

# To exit a submenu: press back button onthe left2.

Selecting the Head-up Display# If the Head-up Display is switched off:

press button1.The Head-up Display will be switched on.

or# If the Head-up Display is switched on:

swipe upwards on left-hand Touch Control3.The Head-up Display will be activated.

# To select what the Head-up Displayshows: swipe upwards or downwards on left-hand Touch Control3.

Calling up displays on the PerformancemenuOn-board computer:4 Performance# To select a display: swipe upwards or down‐

wards on the left-hand Touch Control.

Displays on the Performance menu:R Warm-upR SETUP

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R G-meterR RACE TIMERR Engine data

Warm-up (example)1 Digital speedometer2 Gear display3 Engine oil temperature

4 Transmission oil temperature5 Boost pressure

If the engine or transmission are not at normaloperating temperature, the multifunction displaywill show temperature3 or4 in blue. Avoidusing the full engine power output during thistime.

Example: SETUP in Mercedes-AMG vehicles1 Drive system setting (depending on the

selected drive programA,C orB)2 Exhaust system (depending on the selected

drive programA, orC)

3 ESP® status (On/Off or SPORT handlingmode)

4 Transmission position5 Suspension tuning (depending on the selec‐

ted drive programA,C orB)

G-meter (example)

While the vehicle is in motion, the G-metershows the forces that are exerted on the vehicleoccupants both laterally and in the direction oftravel. The maximum values appear in red in thecoordinate system.# To reset the G-meter: press the left-hand

Touch Control.

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# Select Yes.# Press the left-hand Touch Control.

If you press and hold the left-hand Touch Con‐trol, the function will be reset immediately.

Engine data (example)1 Current power output2 Current torque

Displaying and starting RACE TIMER on thePerformance menuOn-board computer:4 Performance% The RACE TIMER function is available only in

vehicles without AMG TRACK PACE.The following functions are possible in the RACETIMER:R Displaying and startingR StoppingR Starting a new lapR Displaying lap statisticsR Resetting

1 Lap2 Lap time

RACE TIMER is intended only for use on designa‐ted race tracks. Do not use the function on pub‐lic roads.# To select a display and start: swipe up or

down on the left-hand Touch Control.# Press the left-hand Touch Control.# Select Start and press the left-hand Touch

Control.# To stop: select Stop and press the left-hand

Touch Control.

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# To start a new lap: after the first stored lap,press the left-hand Touch Control.

# Select New Lap.A maximum of 32 laps may be stored.

Example: RACETIMER1 Lap2 Elapsed time3 Average speed4 Distance covered

# To display the lap statistics: after at leasttwo stored laps, press the left-hand TouchControl.

# Select Lap List.The lap statistics will be displayed.

# Display the statistics of the next lap by swip‐ing up or down on the left-hand Touch Con‐trol.The fastest lap is indicated by flashing sym‐bol1.

# To reset: stop RACETIMER and press theleft-hand Touch Control.

# Select Reset and press the left-hand TouchControl.All laps will be deleted.

Function of the Head-up DisplayThe Head-up Display projects information fromthe navigation system and the driver assistancesystem above the cockpit into the driver's fieldof vision.

Mercedes-AMG display content

1 Protection from reaching the overrevvingrange

2 Current engine speed3 Current speed4 Currently selected gear, gearshift options

with manual shifting5 Index points

Depending on the vehicle's equipment, you canselect further AMG displays in addition to thestandard displays on the Display Content menu.If you select RACETIMER, the Head-up Displaywill show the lap and lap time.

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When you receive a call, the6 IncomingCall - message will appear on the Head-up Dis‐play.

System limitationsThe visibility is influenced by the following condi‐tions:R Seat positionR The positioning of the display imageR Light conditionsR Wet roadsR Objects on the display coverR Polarization in sunglasses

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AMG TRACK PACEGeneral information

With AMG TRACK PACE, the driving characteris‐tics on race tracks can be analyzed and opti‐mized. You can drive previously stored racetracks (e.g. Hockenheimring), or new tracks canbe recorded and stored. The driven lap times arestored for every track. These can be analyzedand compared to other lap times to achieve thebest possible race results. Additionally, accelera‐tion and braking procedures can be measuredand stored.Please note: Use AMG TRACK PACE only onclosed-off routes outside the public traffic area.Adapt your driving style to your personal abilitiesand the environmental conditions. As the driver,you are solely responsible for driving your vehi‐cle. Park your vehicle safely before operating theapplication.

Setting Track Race

Multimedia system:4 Vehicle 5 TRACK PACE 5 Track Race

Recording a track# Select Record Track.# At the desired starting point, select Start

Record.The track recording starts at this point. Dur‐ing track recording, sectors can be set todetermine intervals.

# To finish track recording, select Stop or crossthe starting line again.

# Enter the weather and the track name.

Searching by track name# Select All Tracks.# Selectª Search.# Enter the track name.

Tracks with the searched name are dis‐played.

Measuring the time on the track# Select Timing.

An overview of nearby tracks appears.The distance and direction to the startingline of the track is displayed.

# Select the desired track.If you have already driven on this track, youcan select a driven time as a reference time.

Timekeeping begins automatically when thestarting line has been crossed.% When Zoom is selected, the track display

can be switched from 2D to 3D.

Displaying the analysis# Select Lap Times.

An overview of all the driven tracks appears.# Select a track.

The following data is displayed:R Lap and sector timesR Average and maximum permissible speedR DriverR Vehicle

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R DateR Weather

# Select a desired lap.The analysis is displayed.

1 Parameter 1 (e.g. speed)2 Parameter 2 (e.g. steering angle)3 Speed trend (Parameter 1)4 Steering angle trend (Parameter 2)5 Time difference between lap A and B (only

when two laps are selected).

% The following values can be set for parame‐ters 1 and 2, for example:R SpeedR Longitudinal/lateral accelerationR Steering angleR Engine speedR Engine oil/tire temperature

Based on the analysis you can check and opti‐mize driving characteristics for any position onthe track.

Exporting tracks or races (USB)# Select All Tracks.

An overview of all stored tracks and racesappears.

# Highlight desired tracks or races.# SelectÜ Options.# Select Export.

The selected tracks or races can be exportedto a USB storage device connected to thevehicle.

Editing tracks and recordings# Select All Tracks.# Highlight the desired track.# SelectÜ options.# Select Rename or Delete.or# Select a track.# Highlight the desired recording.# SelectÜ options.# Select Weather or Delete.

Setting Drag Race

Multimedia system:4 Vehicle 5 TRACK PACE 5 Drag Race

Measuring acceleration# Select Acceleration.

Measurement begins when the vehicle accel‐erates. Measurement is incremental, in stepsof 30 mph (50 km/h) to a maximum of180 mph (300 km/h) or up to the set maxi‐mum speed.

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Measurement can be stopped early byselecting Stop or by stopping the vehicle.

Quarter-mile race# Select Quarter Mile.

The time measurement runs until a mile hasbeen traveled or a previously set distance(e.g. 1/4 mile, 1/3 mile or 1/2 mile) hasbeen reached.

% The possible values for setting the end dis‐tance are determined by the system andcannot be freely chosen.

Measurement can be stopped early by selectingStop or by stopping the vehicle.

Manual start for acceleration and quarter-mile race# Select Acceleration or Quarter Mile.# Select Manual start.

Three red traffic lights appear one after theother. The reaction time measurement startswhen they change to green at the same time.The reaction time is displayed as soon as youdrive off. If you drive off too early, the mes‐sage Jump start. will appear and acceleration

or quarter mile measurement will be can‐celed.

Measuring braking# Select Braking.# Select Start Record.

Measurement is incremental, in steps of30 mph (50 km/h) to a standstill. If the brak‐ing procedure is started e.g. at a speed of99 mph (160 km/h), measurement starts assoon as 90 mph (150 km/h) has beenreached.

Storing and calling up measurement valuesWhen a measurement has been completed orcanceled, the measured time can be stored.# After a measurement, select Save measure-

ment? .

The stored measurements can be displayed viathe History menu item.

Editing measurements# Select History.# Highlight the desired measurement.

# SelectÜ options.# Select Weather or Delete.% The measurements can be displayed by cate‐

gory, e.g. acceleration measurements, byapplying a filter.

Calling up the telemetry display

Multimedia system:4 Vehicle 5 TRACK PACE 5 TelemetryThe telemetry display shows current vehicle dataas a digital value and as a diagram. Up to fourparameters can be selected that are to beshown in the display.For example:R Engine speedR Wheel angleR SpeedR Steering angle

# Set the desired parameters.

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# Set the time.The set parameters are evaluated in the dia‐gram for the time set.

% The time can range between 30 seconds anda maximum of 20 minutes.

Configuring AMG TRACK PACE

RequirementsTo use the TRACK PACE app:R The TRACK PACE app is installed on the

mobile end device.R The mobile end device is connected to the

multimedia system via Wi-Fi.

Multimedia system:4 Vehicle 5 TRACK PACE 5 Options

Setting driver profiles# Select Driver Profile.# Create a new driver profile.or# Select an existing driver profile.

The driver profile is activated.

% Tracks, laps and times driven are assigned tothe active driver profile while driving. For anexact evaluation of your driving style, youshould always drive with an active driver pro‐file.

Displaying driver profile statistics# Select Driver Profile.# Select the desired profile.

The following information is displayed for theselected driver profile:R Driving timeR Track drivenR Number of Track Races, Drag Races and

laps drivenR Maximum speed

Connecting a mobile device via the TRACKPACE appThe TRACK PACE app makes it possible to recordvideos and to synchronize them with storedtracks.

# Select the TRACK PACE App.Already authorized devices are displayed inthe list.

# Select Authorize new device.Available devices are displayed.

# Start the TRACK PACE app on the device tobe connected and follow the instructions.

# Confirm the authorization prompt.# Enter the code displayed on the device.

The device is authorized.or# Select a device that is already authorized.

The device is de-authorized.

Setting the TRACK PACE display in the head-up display# Select HUD Contents.# Activate O or deactivate ª the desired

contents.The contents in the Head-up Display areadapted.

% For further information on the Head-up Dis‐play, see (/ page 29).

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Setting acoustic feedback# Select Acoustic feedback.

The following settings are available:R LoudR MediumR QuietR Off

# Select a setting.

Activating/deactivating additional informa‐tion# Activate O or deactivate ª Display help.

When additional information is activated, popupsprovide information on the individual menus.# Confirm popups with OK or select Do not dis-

play.

Calling up information# Select Info.

The following information is displayed:R Software versionR Memory used

R Total number of tracks savedR Total number of races driven

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Flat tireTIREFIT kit storage location

The TIREFIT kit is located under the trunk floor.Depending on the equipment, the position of theTIREFIT kit in the trunk floor can vary.

1 Tire sealant bottle2 Tire inflation compressor

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Overview of the tire-change tool kitApart from some country-specific variants, vehi‐cles are not equipped with a tire-change tool kit.For more information on which tire-changingtools are required and approved for performing awheel change on your vehicle, consult a qualifiedspecialist workshop.Required tire-change tools may include, forexample:R JackR ChockR Lug wrenchR Alignment bolt

The tire-change tool kit is in a well in the stow‐age space under the trunk floor.

1 Folding chock2 Ratchet3 Socket4 Lug wrench5 Towing eye6 Jacking support7 Jack8 Alignment bolt

Setting up the folding chock

Changing a wheel# Be sure to also observe the notes on chang‐

ing a wheel in the Operator's Manual of yourvehicle.

Vehicles with AMG ceramic high-perform‐ance composite braking system:

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* NOTE Damage to the ceramic brake diskwhen changing a wheel

Mercedes-AMG vehicles with ceramicbrake disks: during removal and reposition‐ing of the wheel, the wheel rim may strikethe ceramic brake disk and damage it.# Take particular care.# Ask another person for assistance or

use a second centering pin.

# When changing the wheel, avoid exerting anyforce on the brake discs.This can lead to impaired comfort duringbraking.

Installing/removing the longitudinal mem‐ber panelTo protect the vehicle body, the vehicle has cov‐ers installed next to the jack support points onthe longitudinal member panels.

# Fold cover1 upwards.

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Operating fluidsFuel

Notes on fuel grades for vehicles with a gas‐oline engineObserve the "Notes on operating fluids" sectionin "Technical data" in the vehicle Operator'sManual.

* NOTE Damage caused by the wrong fuel

Even small amounts of the wrong fuel couldresult in damage to the fuel system, theengine and the emission control system.# Only refuel with low-sulfur unleaded

fuel.

This fuel may contain up to 10% ethanol byvolume. Your vehicle is suitable for use withE10 fuel.Never refuel with one of the following fuels:R DieselR Gasoline with more than 10% ethanol by

volume, e.g. E15, E85, E100

R Gasoline with more than 3% methanol byvolume, e.g. M15, M30, M85, M100R Gasoline with additives containing metal

If you have accidentally refueled with thewrong fuel:# Do not switch on the ignition.# Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

Only refuel using unleaded premium grade gaso‐line with at least 91 AKI/95 RON.If the available fuel is not sufficiently low in sul‐fur, this can produce unpleasant odors.As a temporary measure, if the recommendedfuel is not available, you may also use unleadedregular gasoline which has at least the octanenumber specified in the instruction label in thefuel filler flap. This may reduce engine perform‐ance and increase fuel consumption.Never refuel using gasoline with a lower RON.

* NOTE Premature wear caused by unlea‐ded regular gasoline

Unleaded regular gasoline can cause theengine to wear more quickly and impair lon‐gevity and performance.If unleaded premium grade gasoline isunavailable and you have to refuel usingunleaded regular gasoline:# Only fill the fuel tank to half full with

unleaded regular gasoline and refill assoon as possible with unleaded pre‐mium grade gasoline.

# Do not drive at the maximum speed.# Avoid sudden acceleration and engine

speeds over 3,000 rpm.

Further information on fuel can be found:R at a gas stationR at a qualified specialist workshopR USA only: at http://www.mbusa.com

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Tank content and fuel reserveThe total capacity of the fuel tank may vary,depending on the vehicle equipment.

Coupe/convertible Total capacity

All models 21.1 gal (80.0 liters)

Of which reserve

All models 3.2 gal (12.0 liters)

Quality and capacity of engine oil

MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval

Coupe/convertible Engine oil specifica‐tions

Mercedes-AMG S 634MATIC+

229.5*229.51

* Recommended for lowest possible fuel con‐sumption (lowest SAE viscosity class in eachcase; observe possible restrictions of theapproved SAE viscosity classes).

To achieve the lowest possible fuel consumption,it is recommended to use the engine oil specifi‐cations marked in the table for the lowest SAEviscosity class. Possible restrictions of theapproved SAE viscosity classes must beobserved.Only use SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 engine oils.The following values refer to an oil change,including the oil filter.

Capacity

Coupe/convertible Capacity

Mercedes-AMG S 634MATIC+

9.5 US qt (9.0 liters)

Coolant capacity

Coupe / convertible Capacity

Mercedes-AMG S 65 16.1 US qt (15.2 l)

Mercedes-AMG S 634MATIC+

14.4 US qt (13.6 l)

Refrigerant filling capacity and PAG oil

Coupe/convertible Refrigerant

All models 23.3 ± 0.4 oz(660 ± 10 g)

Coupe/convertible PAG oil

All models 3.9 ± 0.4 oz(110 ± 10 g)

Vehicle dataVehicle dimensions

The heights specified may vary as a result of thefollowing factors:R TiresR LoadR Condition of the suspensionR Optional equipment

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Height when opened

Coupe/convertible 11 Heightwhenopened

Coupe 69.1 in(1755 mm)

Convertible 65.5 in(1663 mm)

Vehicle dimensions

Coupe/convertible

Vehicle length 198.9 in(5051 mm)

Vehicle width including out‐side mirrors

83.0 in(2108 mm)

Vehicle height 56.2 in(1428 mm)

Wheelbase 115.9 in(2945 mm)

Coupe/convertible

Turning radius (Mercedes-AMG S 65 Coupe)

38.1 ft(11.60 m)

Turning radius (Mercedes-AMG S 63 4MATIC+ Coupe)

39.0 ft(11.90 m)

Turning radius (convertible) 39.0 ft(11.90 m)

Weights and loads

Please observe the following notes for the speci‐fied vehicle data:R items of optional equipment increase the

curb weight and reduce the payload.

Coupe/Convertible

Maximum roof load(all models)

0 lb (0 kg)

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Display messagesDriving systems

Display messages Possible causes/consequences andMM Solutions

RACE START Not PossibleSee Operator's Manual

* Possible causes:R The activation conditions have not been fulfilled (/ page 19).

RACE START Canceled * Possible causes:R You released the accelerator pedal during RACE START.R You depressed the brake pedal during RACE START.

You can try RACE START again at the next start.

äMalfunction Drive at Max.50 mph

* The AMG adaptive sport suspension system is malfunctioning. The vehicle's handling characteristics may be affec‐ted.# Do not drive at speeds greater than 50 mph (80 km/h).# Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

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Warning and indicator lampsDriving safety systems

Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences andMM Solutions

.SPORT handling modewarning lamp

SPORT handling mode is activated while the engine is running.*When SPORT handling mode is activated, ESP® will stabilize the vehicle only to a limited extent.

& WARNING Risk of skidding due to incorrect application of SPORT handling mode

When you activate SPORT handling mode, there is an increased risk of skidding and having an accident.# Only activate SPORT handling mode in the circumstances described as follows.

# Observe the notes on activating SPORT handling mode (/ page 16).

åESP® OFF warning lamp

The yellow ESP® OFF warning lamp is lit while the engine is running.*ESP® is deactivated.

& WARNING Risk of skidding when driving with ESP® deactivated

If ESP® is deactivated, ESP® cannot carry out vehicle stabilization. The availability of further driving safety sys‐tems is also limited.# Drive on carefully.# Only deactivate ESP® for as long as the situation requires.

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Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences andMM Solutions

If ESP® cannot be activated, ESP® is malfunctioning.# Have ESP® checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

# Observe the notes on deactivating ESP® (/ page 16).

Driving systems

Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences andMM Solutions

äSuspension warning lamp

The yellow AMG adaptive sport suspension system warning lamp is lit.* There is a malfunction in the AMG adaptive sport suspension system.# Note the messages on the multifunction display.

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AAcceleration

see KickdownAMG

Menu (on-board computer) .................... 25Steering wheel control element ............. 24Steering-wheel buttons .......................... 24

AMG adaptive sport suspension sys‐tem ............................................................. 22

Selecting the suspension setting ........... 22Setting ................................................... 22Suspension ............................................ 20

AMG ceramic high-performance com‐posite brake system .................................. 13AMG high-performance brake system ..... 13AMG Performance adjustable exhaustsystem ........................................................ 12

Function ................................................ 12Operating ............................................... 12

AMG Performance steering wheel ........... 24AMG TRACK PACE

Configuring ............................................ 34Drag Race .............................................. 32

General information ............................... 31Telemetry display .................................. 33Track Race ............................................. 31

Authorized Mercedes-Benz Centersee Qualified specialist workshop

Authorized workshopsee Qualified specialist workshop

Automatic engine start (ECO start/stop function) ............................................ 12Automatic engine stop (ECO start/stop function) ............................................ 12Automatic transmission

Drive programs ...................................... 13DYNAMIC SELECT switch ...................... 13Kickdown ............................................... 16Manual gearshifting ............................... 14Oil temperature (on-board computer,Performance menu) ............................... 26Steering wheel paddle shifters .............. 14

BBoost pressure (on-board computer,Performance menu) .................................. 26

BrakesAMG ceramic high-performancecomposite brake system ........................ 13AMG high-performance brake system .... 13New/replaced brakepads/brake discs .. 11Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ....... 11

CChanging a wheel

Installing/removing the longitudinalmember panel ....................................... 38Removing a wheel .................................. 37

Changing gears .......................................... 14Manually ................................................ 14

Chock ......................................................... 37Storage location .................................... 37

Chocksee Chock

Climate controlFilling capacity for PAG oil ..................... 40Refrigerant filling capacity ..................... 40

Cockpit ......................................................... 4Overview ................................................. 4

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Comfort modesee AMG adaptive sport suspension system

Computersee On-board computer

Coolant (engine)Filling capacity ...................................... 40

DDashboard

see CockpitDealership

see Qualified specialist workshopDisplay messagesä Malfunction Drive at Max. 50mph ....................................................... 42RACE START Canceled ........................... 42RACE START Not Possible See Oper‐ator's Manual ........................................ 42

Drag RaceSetting ................................................... 32

Drive programssee DYNAMIC SELECT

Driving safety systemESP® (Electronic Stability Program) ....... 16

Driving systemAMG adaptive sport suspension sys‐tem ........................................................ 20

Driving tipsAMG ceramic high-performancecomposite brake system ........................ 13AMG high-performance brake system .... 13Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ....... 11

Dynamic dataDisplaying .............................................. 14

DYNAMIC SELECT ...................................... 13Drive programs ...................................... 13Function ................................................ 13

EE10 .............................................................. 39ECO start/stop function ........................... 12

Automatic engine start .......................... 12Automatic engine stop ........................... 12Method of operation .............................. 12

Emotion StartStarting the vehicle ................................ 11

EngineECO start/stop function ........................ 12

Engine oilCapacity ................................................ 40MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval ................. 40Quality ................................................... 40Temperature (on-board computer,Performance menu) ............................... 26

ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)Activating/deactivating ......................... 18Function/notes ..................................... 16SPORT handling mode ........................... 16Status display (on-board computer,Performance menu) ............................... 26

FFuel

E10 ........................................................ 39Fuel reserve ........................................... 40Gasoline ................................................ 39Quality (gasoline) ................................... 39Sulfur content ....................................... 39

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Tank content ......................................... 40

GG-meter (on-board computer, Per‐formance menu) ........................................ 26Gasoline ..................................................... 39Gear display (on-board computer, Per‐formance menu) ........................................ 26Gearshift recommendation ...................... 15

HHead-up Display

Function (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....... 29

IInstrument display

AMG displays ......................................... 25

JJack

Storage location .................................... 37

KKickdown ................................................... 16

Using ..................................................... 16

LLimited Warranty

Vehicle ..................................................... 9

MMenu (on-board computer)

AMG displays ......................................... 25Overview ............................................... 25Performance .................................... 25, 26

NNotes on breaking-in a new vehicle ......... 11

OOn-board computer ................................... 25

AMG menu ............................................ 25Menu overview ...................................... 25Operating .............................................. 25Performance menu .......................... 25, 26

Operating fluidsFuel (gasoline) ....................................... 39

Operating safetyInformation .............................................. 7

Operating systemsee On-board computer

Operator's ManualVehicle equipment ................................... 7

PPerformance (on-board computer,Performance menu) .................................. 26Power output (on-board computer,Performance menu) .................................. 26

QQualified specialist workshop .................... 8

RRACE START

Activating .............................................. 19Activation conditions ............................. 19Function ................................................ 18

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RACETIMER (on-board computer, Per‐formance menu) ........................................ 28Reserve

Fuel ....................................................... 40Roof load .................................................... 41

SSeat belt extender ..................................... 10Seat belts

Reduced protection ............................... 10Seat belt extender ................................. 10

Selecting a gearsee Changing gears

Service centersee Qualified specialist workshop

SETUP (on-board computer, Perform‐ance menu) ................................................ 26Shift paddles

see Steering wheel paddle shiftersShifting gears

Gearshift recommendation .................... 15Specialist workshop .................................... 8

SPORT handling modeFunction/notes ..................................... 16

Sport Plus suspension settingsee AMG adaptive sport suspension system

Sport suspension settingsee AMG adaptive sport suspension system

Sports exhaustsee AMG Performance adjustableexhaust system

Start/Stop buttonEmotion Start ......................................... 11

Start/stop functionsee ECO start/stop function

Steering wheel paddle shifters ................ 14Sulfur content ............................................ 39Suspension

AMG adaptive sport suspension sys‐tem ........................................................ 20Selecting the suspension setting ........... 22Setting the suspension level .................. 22

Suspension levelSetting ................................................... 22

TTank content

Fuel ....................................................... 40Reserve (fuel) ........................................ 40

Telemetry displayCalling up .............................................. 33

TemperatureEngine oil (on-board computer, Per‐formance menu) .................................... 26Transmission oil (on-board computer,Performance menu) ............................... 26

Tire inflation compressorsee TIREFIT kit

Tire-change tool kitOverview ............................................... 37

TIREFIT kit .................................................. 36Storage location .................................... 36

TiresInstalling ................................................ 37Removing ............................................... 37

Toolsee Vehicle tool kit

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Torque (on-board computer, Perform‐ance menu) ................................................ 26Touch Control

On-board computer ............................... 25Track Race

Setting ................................................... 31Trunk lid

Opening dimensions .............................. 40

VVehicle

Correct use .............................................. 9Equipment ............................................... 7Limited Warranty ..................................... 9Qualified specialist workshop .................. 8Starting (Emotion Start) ......................... 11

Vehicle dataRoof load ............................................... 41Turning radius ........................................ 40Vehicle height ........................................ 40Vehicle length ........................................ 40Vehicle width ......................................... 40Wheelbase ............................................. 40

Vehicle dimensions ................................... 40

Vehicle tool kit ........................................... 36TIREFIT kit ............................................. 36

WWarm-up (on-board computer, Per‐formance menu) ........................................ 26Warning/indicator lamp

å ESP® OFF warning lamp ............... 43. SPORT handling mode warninglamp ...................................................... 43ä Suspension warning lamp ............ 44

Warranty ...................................................... 9Wheel change

Mounting a new wheel ........................... 37Wheels

Installing ................................................ 37Removing ............................................... 37

Workshopsee Qualified specialist workshop

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