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Mercedes-AMG Supplement

Order no. P463 0294 13 Part no. 463 584 70 07

Edition A 2021 Mercedes-Benz
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 Thank you for purchasing a Mercedes-AMG R Technical features
Before you first drive off, read this Operator's The equipment in your vehicle may therefore dif‐
Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with fer from that shown in the descriptions and illus‐
your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer trations.
operating lifespan of the vehicle, follow the The following documents are integral parts of
instructions and warning notices in this Opera‐ the vehicle:
tor's Manual. Disregarding them may lead to
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2 Contents

Symbols ........................................................ 3 Instrument Display and on-board Index ........................................................... 34

computer .................................................... 20
Notes on the Instrument Display and on-
At a glance .................................................... 4 board computer ............................................ 20
Cockpit ........................................................... 4 Calling up displays on the Performance
menu ............................................................ 20
Displaying and starting RACE TIMER on
General notes ............................................... 7
the Performance menu ................................. 22
Operator's Manual .......................................... 7
Operating safety ............................................. 7
Qualified specialist workshop ......................... 8 Wheels and tires ........................................ 24
Correct use of the vehicle ............................... 8 Changing a wheel ......................................... 24
Limited Warranty ............................................ 9

Technical data ............................................ 25

Driving and parking ................................... 10 Operating fluids ............................................ 25
Driving .......................................................... 10 Vehicle data .................................................. 26
DYNAMIC SELECT switch .............................. 12 Trailer hitch .................................................. 29
Automatic transmission ................................ 13
Driving and driving safety systems ................ 14
Function of the AMG steering-wheel but‐ Display messages and warning/indi‐
tons .............................................................. 19 cator lamps ................................................. 31
Display messages ......................................... 31
Warning and indicator lamps ........................ 31
 Symbols 3

In this Operator's Manual, you will find the fol‐ # Observe notes on material damage.
lowing symbols:
% These symbols indicate useful instructions
& DANGER Danger due to not observing or further information that could be helpful
the warning notices to you.
Warning notices draw your attention to haz‐ # Instruction
ards that may endanger your health or life, or (/ page) Further information on a topic
the health or life of others.
Display Information on the multifunction dis‐
# Observe the warning notices.
play/media display
4 Highest menu level, which is to be
+ ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental selected in the multimedia system
damage due to failure to observe envi‐
ronmental notes 5 Relevant submenus, which are to be
selected in the multimedia system
Environmental notes include information on * Indicates a cause
environmentally responsible behavior or envi‐
ronmentally responsible disposal.
# Observe environmental notes.

* NOTE Damage to property due to failure

to observe notes on material damage
Notes on material damage inform you of
risks which may lead to your vehicle being
damaged.
4 At a glance – Cockpit

Left-hand-drive vehicles
 At a glance – Cockpit 5

1 Steering wheel gearshift paddles → 13 F AMG performance exhaust system → 11

2 Combination switch G Active Parking Assist
3 Instrument display → 20 H LOW RANGE off-road gear
4 DIRECT SELECT lever I Activating/deactivating ESP® → 14
5 Media display J AMG adaptive sport suspension system → 17
6 Start/stop button K Manual gearshifting → 13
ECO start/stop function → 10 L DYNAMIC SELECT switch → 12
7 PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps M Calls up the main functions of the multimedia
8 Activate/deactivate the differential locks system

9 Touchpad N Control panel for the multimedia system

O AMG steering-wheel buttons → 19
A Climate control systems
B Glove box P Adjusts the steering wheel

C Hazard warning light system Switches the steering wheel heater on/off

D Storage compartment Q Control panel:

On-board computer → 20
E Controller for volume and switching sound
on/off Cruise control
Switches the multimedia system on/off Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC
6 At a glance – Cockpit

R Diagnostics connection V Control panel for:

S Opens the hood Active Lane Keeping Assist
T Electric parking brake Parking Assist PARKTRONIC
U Light switch
 General notes 7

Operator's Manual Should you have any questions concerning and/or the function of other networked com‐
equipment and operation, please consult an ponent parts or safety-relevant systems.
This Supplement provides information on all the authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
important functions of your AMG vehicle that are This can endanger the operating safety of the
either not described or differ from the descrip‐ The Operator's Manual, the Supplement and the vehicle.
tions in the vehicle Operator's Manual. This Maintenance Booklet are important documents
# Never tamper with the wiring and elec‐
information supplements or replaces the corre‐ and should be kept in the vehicle.
tronic component parts or their soft‐
sponding sections in the vehicle Operator's Man‐ ware.
ual. Under no circumstances does the Supple‐ Operating safety # You should have all work on electrical
ment replace the Operator's Manual.
and electronic components carried out
This Supplement describes all models, and & WARNING Risk of accident due to mal‐ at a qualified specialist workshop.
standard and optional equipment for your vehi‐ functions or system failures
cle, as available at the time of going to press. Observe the "On-board electronics" section in
Country-specific differences are possible. Bear To avoid malfunctions or system failures:
"Technical data" in the vehicle Operator's Man‐
in mind that your vehicle may not feature all # Always have the prescribed service and
ual.
functions described here. This is also the case maintenance work as well any required
for systems and functions relevant to safety. repairs carried out at a qualified spe‐ & WARNING Risk of fire due to flammable
Therefore, the equipment on your vehicle may cialist workshop. materials on hot parts of the exhaust
differ from that in the descriptions and illustra‐ system
tions. & WARNING Risk of accident or injury due Flammable material such as leaves, grass or
The original purchase contract documentation to incorrect modifications on electronic twigs may ignite if they come into contact
for your vehicle contains a list of all of the sys‐ component parts with hot parts of the exhaust system.
tems in your vehicle.
Modification of electronic components, their
software or wiring could impair their function
8 General notes

# When driving on unpaved roads or off- way can unexpectedly fail or, in the case of rectly carry out the work required on your vehi‐
road, regularly check the vehicle under‐ an accident, may not absorb the loads that cle. This particularly applies to safety-relevant
side. arise as intended. works.
# Remove trapped plants or other flam‐ If the underbody paneling is damaged, flam‐ For the following, always have your vehicle
mable material, in particular. mable materials such as leaves, grass or checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen‐
twigs can collect between the underbody and ter:
# If there is damage, consult a qualified
specialist workshop immediately. the underbody paneling. These materials may R safety-relevant works
ignite if they come into contact with hot R service and maintenance work
parts on the exhaust system.
* NOTE Damage to the vehicle R repair work
# Have the vehicle checked and repaired
In the following situations, in particular, there R modifications as well as installations and
immediately at a qualified specialist
is a risk of damage to the vehicle: workshop. conversions
R The vehicle becomes grounded, e.g. on a R work on electronic components
or
high curb or an unpaved road # If driving safety is impaired while con‐ Mercedes‑AMG recommends a Mercedes‑Benz
R The vehicle is driven too fast over an tinuing your journey, pull over and stop service center.
obstacle, e.g. a curb, speed bump or pot‐ the vehicle immediately in accordance
hole with the traffic conditions, and contact
a qualified specialist workshop. Correct use of the vehicle
R A heavy object strikes the underbody or
chassis components If you remove any warning stickers, you or others
could fail to recognize certain dangers. Leave
In situations such as this, the body, the Qualified specialist workshop warning stickers in position.
underbody, chassis components, wheels or
An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a quali‐ Observe the following information in particular
tires could be damaged without the damage
fied specialist workshop. It has the necessary when driving your vehicle:
being visible. Components damaged in this
special skills, tools and qualifications to cor‐ R the safety notes in this manual
 General notes 9

R technical data for the vehicle

R traffic rules and regulations
R laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles

Limited Warranty

* NOTE Damage to the vehicle arising

from 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 the
Mercedes-Benz implied warranty or by the
New‑ or Used-Vehicle Warranty.
# Follow the instructions in these operat‐
ing instructions on proper operation of
your vehicle as well as on possible vehi‐
cle damage.
10 Driving and parking

Driving This also applies when the engine or parts of the If you switch on the HOLD function in transmis‐
drivetrain have been replaced. sion position h or i, the engine will automati‐
Breaking-in notes cally stop in the following situations:
Please also observe the following breaking-in
To preserve the engine during the first notes: R you stop behind a vehicle that is pulling
1,000 miles (1,500 km): R In certain driving and driving safety systems, away.
R drive at varying road speeds and engine the sensors adjust automatically while a cer‐ R you stop at a stop sign when there is no vehi‐
speeds. tain distance is being driven after the vehicle cle in front of you.
R do not drive faster than 85 mph (140 km/h). has been delivered or after repairs. Full sys‐ R you turn the steering wheel hard at a low
R allow the engine to reach a maximum engine
tem effectiveness is not reached until the speed.
speed of 4,500 rpm (4,500 rpm) only briefly. end of this teach-in process.
R Brakepads, brake discs and tires that are % In transmission position k, the engine is
R drive the vehicle in drive program A. not switched off automatically even when
either new or have been replaced only ach‐
R change gear before the tachometer needle is ieve optimum braking effect and grip after the HOLD function is switched on.
Ô of the way to the red area of the tachome‐ several hundred kilometers of driving. Com‐ The engine is restarted automatically if:
ter. pensate for the reduced braking effect by R you release the brake pedal in transmission
R do not shift down a gear manually in order to applying greater force to the brake pedal. position h when the HOLD function is not
brake. active and the vehicle does not start to
R avoid overstraining the vehicle, e.g. driving at Operation of the ECO start/stop function move.
full throttle. R you shift from transmission position j.
The engine is switched off automatically in the
R do not depress the accelerator pedal past R you release the brake pedal and the vehicle
following situations if all vehicle conditions for
the pressure point (kickdown). an automatic engine stop are met: starts to move on a gentle downhill gradient
R only increase the engine speed gradually and
R you brake the vehicle to a standstill in trans‐
at a speed below 3 mph (5 km/h).
accelerate the vehicle to full speed after mission position h or i. R you depress the accelerator pedal.
1,000 miles (1,500 km).
 Driving and parking 11

R you permanently activate manual gearshift‐ R Open exhaust gas flaps: sporty characteristic Information on the AMG high performance
ing. (powerful) brake system
R you pull the left-hand steering wheel gear‐ Operating the AMG Performance exhaust The AMG high performance brake system is
shift paddle. system designed for heavy loads. This may lead to noise
R an automatic engine start is required by the when braking. This effect can also occur after
vehicle. washing the vehicle.
If the engine was switched off by the ECO start/ The noise depends on the following factors:
stop function and you leave the vehicle, a warn‐ R Speed
ing tone sounds. In addition, the Vehicle Ready R Brake force
to Drive Switch the Ignition Off Before Exiting R Environmental conditions, e.g. temperature
message appears in the multifunction display. If
and air humidity
you do not switch off the ignition, the ignition is
automatically switched off after one minute. % Have the brake system checked at a quali‐
fied specialist workshop after it has been
AMG Performance exhaust system subjected to extreme loads.
Function of the AMG Performance exhaust
system
Changing the position of the exhaust gas flaps
allows you to select the sound characteristics of
the AMG Performance exhaust system: # Press button 1.
The sporty characteristic (powerful) is selec‐
R Closed exhaust gas flaps: comfort character‐
ted when indicator lamp 2 lights up.
istic (balanced)
12 Driving and parking

DYNAMIC SELECT switch % The A drive program is always automati‐ % See the vehicle Operator's Manual for fur‐
cally active after the vehicle is restarted. ther information on the function and opera‐
Function of the DYNAMIC SELECT switch tion of the differential locks.
Function of the off-road programs
Function of the on-road drive programs If the differential locks for the transfer case are Depending on the drive program selected, the
Use the DYNAMIC SELECT switch to change engaged, the vehicle changes automatically to following vehicle characteristics will change:
between the following drive programs: the drive program F (Trail). R Drive (engine management)
o (Slippery): optimized pulling away and Use the DYNAMIC SELECT switch to change R Transmission management
driving characteristics in wintry and slip‐ between the following drive programs: R ESP®
pery road conditions ë (Sand): tight suspension and steering set‐ R Suspension
= (Individual): individual setting of drive, ting, optimized for driving on sand
R Position of the exhaust gas flaps
suspension, steering and ECO start/stop F (Trail): comfortable suspension and steer‐
function R Steering
ing setting, optimized for driving on
A (Comfort): comfortable and economical unpaved roads and loose ground R Availability of the ECO start/stop function
driving by shifting up early and the ECO G (Rock): tight suspension tuning and com‐ R Driver assistance systems
start/stop function fortable steering setting, optimized for R Availability of glide mode
C (Sport): sporty driving, optimized shift driving in difficult terrain and on hard,
points and more direct handling rocky ground % You can also change the following vehicle
characteristics using the buttons in the cen‐
B (Sport +): especially sporty driving, % You can switch between the drive programs ter console:
acoustic signal when shifting down, opti‐ only in the order given above. You cannot
mal switching times and quicker pulling- R Position of the exhaust gas flaps
switch directly between Sand and Rock.
away R ECO start/stop function
Disengage all differential locks to return to the
The A drive program is recommended in city on-road drive programs. R ESP®
traffic and stop-and-go traffic. R Suspension
 Driving and parking 13

R Manual gearshifting % To permanently shift the gears manually in # To shift up: pull steering wheel gearshift
drive program = using the steering wheel paddle 2.
gearshift paddles, select the M (Manual) set‐ # To shift down: pull steering wheel gearshift
Automatic transmission ting for the transmission. paddle 1.
Manual gearshifting
* NOTE Damage to the engine due to shift‐
ing up too late
The automatic transmission does not shift up
in 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.
If the engine speed is too high or too low, you
cannot change gear using the steering wheel
gearshift paddles. In this case, segments 1
light up red.

Gearshift recommendation
# To activate/deactivate: press button 1.
The gearshift recommendation assists you in
If indicator lamp 2 is lit, manual gearshift‐
adopting an economical driving style.
ing is activated. The current gear is displayed
in the multifunction display.
14 Driving and parking

% If you have activated manual gearshifting R You are no longer depressing the accelerator
with the button in the center console, the or brake pedal.
transmission does not react to the kick‐
down. Glide mode is deactivated again if one of the
conditions is no longer met.
Glide mode function
Driving and driving safety systems
With an anticipatory driving style, glide mode
helps you to reduce fuel consumption. Functions of ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro‐
gram)
Glide mode is characterized by the following:
# If gearshift recommendation message 1 is R The combustion engine is disconnected from & WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP® is
shown on the multifunction display, shift to the drivetrain and the vehicle continues to
the recommended gear. malfunctioning
roll.
% Gearshift recommendation is active only if R The J symbol appears in the multifunc‐ If ESP® is malfunctioning, ESP® cannot carry
you have activated manual gearshifting with tion display. out vehicle stabilization. In addition, other
the button on the center console. driving safety systems are switched off.
Glide mode is activated if the following condi‐ # Drive on carefully.
tions are met:
Using kickdown # Have ESP® checked at a qualified spe‐
R The ECO start/stop function is switched on.
cialist workshop.
# Maximum acceleration: depress the accel‐ R Drive program = is selected with the
erator pedal beyond the pressure point. drive setting "Moderate". You can select between the following modes of
The automatic transmission shifts up to the next R The speed is within a suitable range. ESP®:
gear when the maximum engine speed is R The road's course is suitable, e.g. no steep R ESP® ON
reached to protect the engine from overrevving. uphill or downhill inclines or tight curves. R ESP® SPORT
 Driving and parking 15

R ESP® OFF If the ÷ ESP® warning lamp flashes in the Select ESP® SPORT when the vehicle's own
instrument cluster, one or several vehicle wheels oversteering and understeering characteristics
Characteristics when ESP® is activated has reached its grip limit: are desired, e.g. on designated roads.
ESP® monitors and improves driving stability and R Adapt the driving style to suit the prevailing Driving with ESP® SPORT or with ESP® deactiva‐
traction, particularly in the following situations: road and weather conditions. ted requires an extremely qualified and experi‐
R When pulling away on a wet or slippery road. R Do not deactivate ESP® under any circum‐ enced driver.
R When braking. stances. If ESP® SPORT is activated and one or more
R Vehicles with trailer hitch: in trailer opera‐ R Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as wheels start to spin, the ÷ ESP® warning
tion from speeds of 40 mph (65 km/h), if the is necessary. lamp on the instrument cluster flashes. ESP®
vehicle/trailer combination begins to sway then only stabilizes the vehicle to a limited
from side to side. Characteristics of ESP® SPORT degree.
R In strong side winds when you are driving & WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP® ESP® SPORT also has the following characteris‐
faster than 47 mph (75 km/h). tics:
SPORT is used incorrectly
R ESP® only improves driving stability to a limi‐
ESP® can stabilize the vehicle by intervening in When you activate ESP® SPORT, there is an
the following ways: ted degree.
increased risk of skidding and having an acci‐
R One or more wheels are braked. dent. R ETS/4ETS traction control is still active.

R The engine output is adapted according to # Activate ESP® SPORT only in the cir‐ R The engine's torque is only restricted to a
the situation. cumstances described below. limited degree and the drive wheels can spin.
The spinning of the wheels results in a cut‐
ESP® is activated every time the engine is star‐ ting action for better traction on loose surfa‐
When ESP® SPORT is activated, the å and
ted regardless of whether ESP® was in ESP® Æ warning lamps light up continuously in the ces.
SPORT or deactivated before the engine was instrument cluster.
switched off.
16 Driving and parking

R ESP® continues to provide assistance when R Vehicles with trailer hitch: stabilization of Observe any information which may be displayed
the brakes are firmly applied. the vehicle/trailer combination is no longer in the instrument cluster:
R Vehicles with trailer hitch: stabilization of active. R Indicator and warning lamps
the vehicle/trailer combination is no longer R Crosswind Assist is no longer active. R Display messages
active.
% Even when ESP® is deactivated, you are still ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
R Crosswind Assist is no longer active. assisted by ESP® when braking hard. ETS/4ETS traction control is part of ESP®.
Characteristics when ESP® is deactivated It may be best to activate ESP® SPORT or deacti‐ ETS/4ETS can improve the vehicle's traction by
vate ESP® in the following situations: intervening in the following ways:
& WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP® is
R When using snow chains. R The drive wheels are braked individually if
deactivated they spin.
R In deep snow.
If you deactivate ESP®, ESP® cannot carry R On sand or gravel. R More drive torque is transferred to the wheel
out vehicle stabilization. or wheels with traction.
# ESP® should only be deactivated in the % Spinning the wheels results in a cutting
following situations. action, which enhances traction.
% Activate ESP® as soon as the situations
When ESP® is deactivated, the å and ¤ described above no longer apply. ESP® will
warning lamps light up continuously in the otherwise not be able to stabilize the vehicle
instrument cluster. if the vehicle starts to skid or a wheel starts
Deactivating ESP® has the following effects: to spin.
R Driving stability will no longer be improved. If the ÷ ESP® warning lamp lights up continu‐
R The drive wheels could spin.
ously even when ESP® is activated, ESP® is not
available due to a malfunction.
R ETS/4ETS traction control is still active.
 Driving and parking 17

Activating/deactivating ESP® (Electronic Sta‐ # To deactivate ESP® : press and hold button R Road condition, e.g. bumps
bility Program) 1 until the å and ¤ warning lamps R The damper setting or drive program selec‐
appear in the instrument cluster. ted
# To activate ESP® : Briefly press switch 1. AMG adaptive sport suspension system compri‐
The å, Æ and ¤ warning lamps go ses the following components:
out.
R Steel suspension
Observe the information on warning lamps and R Three damper settings: COMFORT, SPORT
display messages which may be shown in the and SPORT+
instrument cluster.
R Adaptive Damping System with constant
damping force adjustment
AMG adaptive sport suspension system
R DYNAMIC SELECT switch
Function of AMG adaptive sport suspension R Suspension setting button
system
AMG adaptive sport suspension system is a vari‐ Suspension settings of the drive programs
able adjustable damping for improved driving Drive programs o and A:
characteristics and ensures the best possible R The suspension and steering settings are
suspension, even with a laden vehicle. The comfortable.
# To activate ESP® SPORT: briefly press but‐ damping is adjusted depending on the drive pro‐
ton 1. gram selected and can also be adjusted man‐ Drive programs C and B:
The å and Æ warning lamps appear in ually. R The suspension and steering settings are
the instrument cluster. The damping is set individually for each wheel firmer and optimized for sporty driving.
and is affected by the following factors:
R Driving style, e.g. sporty
18 Driving and parking

Drive program =: Selecting the setting for the AMG adaptive The driving characteristics of your vehicle are
R The suspension and steering settings are sport suspension system comfortable.
individually adapted. # SPORT damper setting: press button 1
repeatedly until indicator lamp 3 lights up.
Drive program ë: The AMG Suspension System SPORT mes‐
R The suspension and steering settings are sage appears in the multifunction display.
firmer and optimized for driving on sand. The suspension is adapted to be firmer.
Drive program F: # SPORT+ damper setting: press button 1
R The suspension and steering settings are repeatedly until indicator lamps 2 and 3
comfortable and optimized for driving on light up.
unpaved roads and loose ground. The AMG Suspension System SPORT + mes‐
sage appears in the multifunction display.
Drive program G:
The suspension is adapted to be very firm.
R The suspension is firmer and the steering
settings are comfortable.
R The suspension and steering settings are
optimized for driving in difficult terrain and
on hard, rocky ground. # COMFORT damper setting: press button 1
repeatedly until indicator lamps 2 and 3
go out.
The AMG Suspension System COMFORT
message appears in the multifunction dis‐
play.
 Driving and parking 19

Function of the AMG steering-wheel but‐ R AMG adaptive sport suspension system
tons (/ page 17)
R AMG Performance exhaust system
(/ page 11)
R ECO start/stop function (/ page 10)
R Manual gearshifting (/ page 13)
If you have assigned a function to one of display
buttons 2, you can operate this function with
corresponding button 1.
The assignment of display button 2 remains
stored even after a new engine start, but the
operating status of the respective function is
The AMG steering-wheel buttons are two addi‐
reset to the basic setting.
tional control elements on the steering wheel.
You can change between the drive programs
You can assign two vehicle functions of your
with stabilizer bar actuator 3. The selected
choice to the left control element. You can
drive program appears in display button 4. By
change between the available functions by
pressing display button 4, you can directly
pressing display buttons 2 repeatedly. The cur‐
access the drive program = (Individual)
rently selected functions are displayed in display
buttons 2. (/ page 12).
The following functions are available:
R ESP®(/ page 14)
20 Instrument Display and on-board computer

Notes on the Instrument Display and on- - Warm-up

board computer - G-meter
Additional notes regarding your Mercedes-AMG - Engine data
vehicle: - Trip computer
R If one of the following drive programs has - Navigation
been selected, the engine electronics
switches from 8-cylinder mode to 4-cylinder
mode if necessary: Calling up displays on the Performance
- o (Slippery) menu
- A (Comfort) On-board computer:
4 Performance
- = (Individual) – with the "Moderate"
or "Reduced" drive setting # To select a display: swipe upwards or down‐
wards on the left-hand Touch Control.
The multifunction display will show the /
symbol in the status area. Displays on the Performance menu:
Warm-up (example)
R Indicator and warning lamps: the vehicle is R Warm-up
1 Digital speedometer
also equipped with ESP® OFF å and Æ R SETUP
2 Gear display
warning lamps (/ page 32). R G-meter 3 Engine oil temperature
R You can select the following display content: R RACE TIMER 4 Transmission oil temperature
- Tachometer (classic display setting) R Engine data 5 Boost pressure
- Date (progressive display setting)
If the engine or transmission is not at normal
- Gear display operating temperature, the multifunction display
 Instrument Display and on-board computer 21

will show temperature 3 or 4 in blue. Avoid 5 Suspension tuning: If you press and hold the left-hand Touch Con‐
using the full engine power output during this COMFORT/SPORT/SPORT+ trol, the function will be reset immediately.
time.

G-meter (example) Engine data (example)

SETUP (example) 1 Current power output
1 Drive system setting: While the vehicle is in motion, the G-meter 2 Current torque
Reduced/Moderate/Sport/Dynamic/Race shows the forces that are exerted on the vehicle
occupants both laterally and in the direction of
2 AMG Performance exhaust system: travel. The maximum values appear in red in the
Balanced/Powerful coordinate system.
3 ESP® status: # To reset the G-meter: press the left-hand
On/Off/SPORT Touch Control.
4 Transmission position: # Select Yes.
D/M # Press the left-hand Touch Control.
22 Instrument Display and on-board computer

Displaying and starting RACE TIMER on the # To start a new lap: after the first stored lap,
Performance menu press the left-hand Touch Control.
On-board computer: # Select New Lap .
4 Performance
A maximum of 32 laps may be stored.
The following functions are possible in RACE
TIMER:
R Selecting displays and starting
R Stopping
R Starting a new lap
1 Lap
R Displaying lap statistics 2 Lap time
R Resetting
RACE TIMER is intended only for use on designa‐
ted race tracks. Do not use the function on pub‐
lic roads.
RACE TIMER (example)
# To select a display and start: swipe up or
1 Lap
down on the left-hand Touch Control. 2 Elapsed time
# Press the left-hand Touch Control.
3 Average speed
# Select Start and press the left-hand Touch 4 Distance covered
Control.
# To stop: select Stop and press the left-hand
# To display the lap statistics: after at least
two stored laps, press the left-hand Touch
Touch Control. Control.
 Instrument Display and on-board computer 23

# Select Lap List .

The lap statistics will be displayed.
# Display the statistics for the next lap by swip‐
ing up or down on the left-hand Touch Con‐
trol.
The fastest lap will be indicated by flashing
text 1.
# To reset: stop RACE TIMER and press the
left-hand Touch Control.
# Select Reset and press the left-hand Touch
Control.
All laps will be deleted.
24 Wheels and tires

Changing a wheel
# Be sure to also observe the notes on chang‐
ing a wheel in the Operator's Manual of your
vehicle.
Vehicles with AMG Driver's Package:

& WARNING Risk of accident caused by

non-approved tire types
If you use tire types that have not been adap‐
ted to changes made to the factory speed
limit, this can have the following consequen‐
ces:
R The tires are not suitable for high speeds
and the corresponding driving dynamics.
R The tires wear unevenly and affect the
roadworthiness of the vehicle.
R ABS, ESP® and cruise control operation
are restricted.
This can jeopardize road safety.
# Only use tire types that have been
approved for the maximum permissible
speed set and the vehicle.
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Operating fluids R Gasoline with more than 3% methanol by * NOTE Premature engine wear through
Fuel volume, e.g. M15, M30, M85, M100 unleaded regular gasoline
R Gasoline with additives containing metal Impairment of the longevity and performance
Notes on fuel grades for Mercedes-AMG vehi‐
cles If you have accidentally refueled with the of the engine.
Observe the information on service products in wrong fuel: If unleaded premium grade gasoline is
the vehicle Operator's Manual. # do not switch the ignition on. unavailable and you have to refuel using
# Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
unleaded regular gasoline:
* NOTE Damage caused by the wrong fuel # Only fill the fuel tank to half full with
Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could If the available fuel is not sufficiently low in sul‐ unleaded regular gasoline and refill as
result in damage to the fuel system, the fur, this can produce unpleasant odors. soon as possible with unleaded pre‐
engine and the emission control system. mium grade gasoline.
Only refuel using unleaded premium grade gaso‐
# Only refuel with low-sulfur gasoline. # Do not drive at the maximum design
line with at least 91 AKI/95 RON.
speed.
As a temporary measure, if the recommended
This fuel may contain up to 10% ethanol by # Avoid sudden acceleration and engine
fuel is not available, you may also use unleaded
volume. Your vehicle is suitable for use with speeds over 3000 rpm.
regular gasoline. Octane number on the vehicle
E10 fuel.
on the information label in the fuel filler flap (see
Never refuel with one of the following fuels: the vehicle's Operator's Manual). This may Further information on fuel is available at the fol‐
R Diesel reduce engine output and increase fuel con‐ lowing locations:
R Gasoline with more than 10% ethanol by sumption. R At a gas station
volume, e.g. E15, E85, E100 Never refuel using gasoline with an even lower R At a qualified specialist workshop
RON. R USA only: at https://www.mbusa.com
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Tank content and reserve fuel To achieve the lowest possible fuel consumption, Refrigerant filling capacity
it is recommended to use the engine oil specifi‐
Capacity cations marked in the table for the lowest SAE Filling capacity for refrigerant and PAG oil
Model Total capacity viscosity class. Possible restrictions of the Model Refrigerant
approved SAE viscosity classes must be
Mercedes-AMG G 63 26.4 gal (100.0 liters) observed. Mercedes-AMG G 63 24.2 ± 0.4 oz
(685 ± 10 g)
Model of which reserve Only use SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 engine oils.
fuel The following values refer to an oil change, Model PAG oil
including the oil filter.
Mercedes-AMG G 63 3.2 gal (12.0 liters) Mercedes-AMG G 63 2.8 ± 0.4 oz
Model Capacity (80 ± 10 g)
Quality and capacity of engine oil
Mercedes-AMG G 63 10.0 US qt (9.5 liters)
MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval Vehicle data
Model MB-Freigabe or MB- Vehicle dimensions
Coolant capacity
Approval The heights and lengths specified may vary as a
Capacity result of the following factors:
Mercedes-AMG G 63 229.5*,
Model Capacity R Tires
229.51
Mercedes-AMG G 63 14.5 US qt (13.7 l) R Load
* Recommended for lowest possible fuel con‐ R Condition of the suspension
sumption (lowest SAE viscosity class in each R Optional equipment
case; observe possible restrictions of the
approved SAE viscosity classes).
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Vehicle dimensions Vehicle data for off-road driving

Mercedes-AMG G 63 Fording depth
Vehicle length 191.8 in
(4873 mm) * NOTE Damage caused by water when
fording
Vehicle width including out‐ 86.1 in In the following cases water can penetrate
side mirrors (2187 mm) into the engine compartment and vehicle
Vehicle height 77.4 in interior:
(1966 mm) R The maximum permissible fording depth
Range of movement is exceeded when driving through stand‐
Wheelbase 113.8 in ing water.
Mercedes-AMG G 63 (2890 mm)
R When driving through the water a bow
1 Distance to top edge 76.1 in Turning radius 44.3 ft wave forms.
(1934 mm) (13.5 m) R Water accumulates when driving through
2 Distance to lower edge 29.1 in Minimum ground clearance 9.3 in running water.
(740 mm) (238 mm) # Do not exceed the maximum permissi‐
3 Range of movement 43.8 in ble fording depth and drive slowly
(1088 mm) through the water.
Weights and loads
Bear in mind that items of optional equipment The specified value indicates the maximum per‐
increase the curb weight and reduce the pay‐ missible fording depth for vehicles that are ready
load. to drive. It applies to slow driving through stand‐
ing water.
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Driving through flowing water reduces tire trac‐ Observe the notes on driving in mountainous ter‐ R The LOW RANGE off-road gear of the trans‐
tion. The permissible fording depth is then corre‐ rain in the vehicle Operator's Manual. fer case is engaged
spondingly lower. R The road surfaces conditions and thus the
Observe the notes on off-road driving and ford‐ traction are good
ing in the vehicle Operator's Manual.
A gradient climbing ability of 100% corresponds
to an incline of 45°.
Observe the notes on driving in mountainous ter‐
rain in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

Model Maximum gra‐

dient climbing
ability
Model 1 Front 2 Rear
Mercedes-AMG G 63 100%
Mercedes-AMG 27° 29.6°
G 63
Model 1 Fording Maximum speeds
depth Maximum gradient climbing ability The following values only apply to vehicles with
Mercedes-AMG G 63 27.5 in (700 mm) The vehicle's gradient climbing ability depends the AMG Driver's Package.
on the weight distribution in the vehicle, the ter‐
Angle of approach/departure rain conditions and the road surface conditions.
The specified values are maximum values for The specified value applies under the following
vehicles that are ready to drive. conditions:
R The vehicle is ready to drive
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Maximum speeds Permissible trailer load Maximum tongue weight

Gear Mercedes-AMG G 63 The tongue weight is not included in the towing
capacity. * NOTE Damage caused by the trailer
1st gear 33 mph (53 km/h) coming loose
Permissible towing capacity, braked (at a
2nd gear 55 mph (89 km/h) If the tongue weight used is too low, the
minimum start-off gradeability of 8%)
trailer may come loose.
3rd gear 79 mph (128 km/h) Model Permissible # The tongue weight must not be below
towing capa‐ 110.2 lbs (50 kg).
4th gear 110 mph (177 km/h) city, braked
# Use a tongue weight that is as close as
5th gear 148 mph (238 km/h) Mercedes-AMG G 63 6503 lbs possible to the maximum permissible
6th gear 149 mph (240 km/h) (2950 kg) tongue weight.

7th gear 149 mph (240 km/h) Permissible towing capacity, braked (at a Tongue weight
minimum start-off gradeability of 12%)
Model Maximum tongue
Model Permissible weight
Trailer hitch towing capa‐
General notes on the trailer hitch city, braked Mercedes-AMG G 63 520.3 lbs (236 kg)
The installation of a trailer hitch is only permissi‐ Mercedes-AMG G 63 6503 lbs The actual tongue weight may not be higher than
ble if a towing capacity is specified in your vehi‐ (2950 kg) the specified value. The value can be found on
cle documents. the vehicle identification plates of the trailer
Further information can be obtained at a quali‐ hitch or of the trailer. The lowest weight applies.
fied specialist workshop. The permissible drawbar tongue weight is the
maximum weight with which the drawbar may be
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loaded. The permissible drawbar tongue weight

is the limit for trailer hitches approved by
Mercedes-Benz.

Permissible rear axle load (trailer operation)

Axle load
Model Axle load
Mercedes-AMG G 63 4189 lbs (1900 kg)
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Display messages
Driving systems
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

ä
* AMG adaptive sport suspension system is malfunctioning. The vehicle's handling characteristics may be affected.
# Do not drive at speeds greater than 50 mph (80 km/h).

# Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

Malfunction Drive at Max.
50 mph

Warning and indicator lamps

Driving systems
Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

ä
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.
Suspension warning lamp
(yellow)
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Driving safety systems

Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

å
The yellow ESP® OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is running.
*ESP® is deactivated.

¤
Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be inoperative.

& WARNING Risk of skidding when driving with ESP® deactivated

ESP® does not act to stabilize the vehicle. The availability of further driving safety systems is also limited.
# Drive on carefully.
# Deactivate ESP® only for as long as the situation requires.

If ESP® cannot be activated, ESP® is malfunctioning.

# Have ESP® checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

# Observe the notes on deactivating ESP® (/ page 14).

 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 33

Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

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

Æ & WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP® SPORT is used incorrectly

When you activate ESP® SPORT, there is an increased risk of skidding and having an accident.
# Activate ESP® SPORT only in the circumstances described below.

# Observe the notes on activating ESP® SPORT(/ page 14).

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A Authorized workshop Brakes

see Qualified specialist workshop AMG high performance brake system .... 11
Acceleration New/replaced brakepads/brake
see Kickdown Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) ............................................ 10 discs ...................................................... 10
AMG Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ....... 10
Menu (on-board computer) .................... 20 Automatic engine stop (ECO start/
Steering wheel control element ............. 19 stop function) ............................................ 10 C
Steering-wheel buttons .......................... 19 Automatic transmission Changing a wheel
AMG adaptive sport suspension sys‐ Drive programs ...................................... 12 Mounting a new wheel ........................... 24
tem .............................................................. 18 DYNAMIC SELECT switch ...................... 12 Removing a wheel .................................. 24
Selecting the suspension setting ........... 18 Kickdown ............................................... 14
Manual gearshifting ............................... 13 Changing gears .......................................... 13
AMG adaptive sport suspension sys‐ Oil temperature (on-board computer, Manually ................................................ 13
tem + Performance menu) ............................... 20 Climate control
Suspension ............................................ 17 Steering wheel paddle shifters .............. 13 Filling capacity for PAG oil ..................... 26
AMG high performance brake system ..... 11 Axle load Refrigerant filling capacity ..................... 26
AMG Performance adjustable exhaust Towing a trailer ...................................... 30 Cockpit ......................................................... 4
system ........................................................ 11 Overview ................................................. 4
Function ................................................. 11 B Comfort mode
Operating ............................................... 11 Bicycle rack see AMG adaptive sport suspension system
AMG Performance steering wheel ........... 19 Load capacity ........................................ 29 Coolant (engine)
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Boost pressure (on-board computer, Capacity ................................................ 26
see Qualified specialist workshop Performance menu) .................................. 20
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D E F
Dashboard E10 .............................................................. 25 Fuel
see Cockpit ECO start/stop function ........................... 10 E10 ........................................................ 25
Dealership Automatic engine start .......................... 10 Flexible fuel vehicles ............................. 25
see Qualified specialist workshop Automatic engine stop ........................... 10 Fuel reserve ........................................... 26
Method of operation .............................. 10 Gasoline ................................................ 25
Display messages Quality (gasoline) ................................... 25
ä Malfunction Drive at Max. 50 Engine Sulfur content ....................................... 25
mph ....................................................... 31 ECO start/stop function ........................ 10 Tank content ......................................... 26
Drive programs Engine oil
see DYNAMIC SELECT Capacity ................................................ 26 G
MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval ................. 26 G-meter (on-board computer, Per‐
Driving safety system Quality ................................................... 26
ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) ....... 14 formance menu) ........................................ 20
Temperature (on-board computer,
Driving system Performance menu) ............................... 20 Gasoline ..................................................... 25
AMG adaptive sport suspension sys‐ ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) Gear display (on-board computer, Per‐
tem + ..................................................... 17 Activating/deactivating ......................... 17 formance menu) ........................................ 20
Driving tips ESP® SPORT .......................................... 14 Gearshift recommendation ...................... 13
AMG high performance brake system .... 11 Function/notes ..................................... 14 Glide mode ................................................. 14
Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ....... 10 Status display (on-board computer,
DYNAMIC SELECT ...................................... 12 Performance menu) ............................... 20 I
Drive programs ...................................... 12 ESP® SPORT Instrument display
Function ................................................ 12 Function/notes ..................................... 14 AMG displays ......................................... 20
36 Index

K Operating safety S
Information .............................................. 7
Kickdown ................................................... 14 Selecting a gear
Using ..................................................... 14 Operator's Manual see Changing gears
Vehicle equipment ................................... 7
Service center
L see Qualified specialist workshop
P
Limited Warranty SETUP (on-board computer, Perform‐
Vehicle ..................................................... 9 Performance (on-board computer,
Performance menu) .................................. 20 ance menu) ................................................ 20
Power output (on-board computer, Shift paddles
M
Performance menu) .................................. 20 see Steering wheel paddle shifters
Maximum speeds ...................................... 28 Shifting gears
Menu (on-board computer) Q Gearshift recommendation .................... 13
AMG displays ......................................... 20 Specialist workshop .................................... 8
Performance .......................................... 20 Qualified specialist workshop .................... 8
Sport Plus suspension setting
N R see AMG adaptive sport suspension system
Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ......... 10 RACETIMER (on-board computer, Per‐ Sport suspension setting
formance menu) ........................................ 22 see AMG adaptive sport suspension system
O Rear-end door Sports exhaust
On-board computer Opening dimensions .............................. 26 see AMG Performance adjustable
AMG menu ............................................ 20 Reserve exhaust system
Performance menu ................................ 20 Fuel ....................................................... 26 Start/stop function
Operating fluids see ECO start/stop function
Fuel (gasoline) ....................................... 25 Steering wheel paddle shifters ................ 13
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Sulfur content ............................................ 25 Torque (on-board computer, Perform‐ Wheelbase ............................................. 26

Suspension ance menu) ................................................ 20 Vehicle dimensions ................................... 26
AMG adaptive sport suspension sys‐ Trailer tow hitch
tem + ..................................................... 17 Axle load ............................................... 30 W
Selecting the suspension setting ........... 18 General notes ........................................ 29 Warm-up (on-board computer, Per‐
Tongue weight ....................................... 29 formance menu) ........................................ 20
T Towing capacity ..................................... 29
Warning/indicator lamp
Tank content
V ä Suspension warning lamp (yel‐
Fuel ....................................................... 26
Reserve (fuel) ........................................ 26 Vehicle low) ........................................................ 31
Technical data Correct use .............................................. 8 Warranty ...................................................... 9
Axle load (trailer operation) ................... 30 Equipment ............................................... 7 Wheels
Notes (trailer hitch) ............................... 29 Limited Warranty ..................................... 9
Mounting ............................................... 24
Tongue weight ....................................... 29 Qualified specialist workshop .................. 8
Removing ............................................... 24
Towing capacity (trailer operation) ........ 29 Vehicle data
Workshop
Temperature Angle of approach/departure ................ 27
see Qualified specialist workshop
Engine oil (on-board computer, Per‐ Fording depth ........................................ 27
formance menu) .................................... 20 Maximum gradient-climbing capability .. 27
Transmission oil (on-board computer, Maximum speeds .................................. 28
Performance menu) ............................... 20 Minimum ground clearance ................... 26
Turning circle ......................................... 26
Tires Vehicle height ........................................ 26
Mounting ............................................... 24 Vehicle length ........................................ 26
Removing ............................................... 24 Vehicle width ......................................... 26
Tongue weight ........................................... 29 Weights ................................................. 27