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Observe the notes on the following additional top-

ics in the Supplement, as you may otherwise fail

to recognize dangers:

Emotion Start

AMG exhaust system

RACE START

DRIFT MODE

AMG adaptive sport suspension system

AMG steering-wheel buttons

SwitcSwitching on thing on the powhe power suppler supply or ty or the vhe vehicleehicle

WARNINGARNING Risk of accident and injury due

to children le unattended in the vehicle

If children are le unsupervised in the vehicle,

they could, in particular:

open doors, thereby endangering other

persons or road users.

get out and be struck by oncoming trac.

operate vehicle equipment and become

trapped, for example.

In addition, the children could also set the

vehicle in motion, for example by:

releasing the parking brake.

changing the transmission position.

starting the vehicle.

Never leave children unattended in the

vehicle.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the

SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.

Keep the vehicle SmartKey out of reach

of children.

RReqequiruirements:ements:

The SmartKey is in the vehicle and is recog-

nized.

Vehicles witehicles with auth automatic tromatic transmission:ansmission: The

brake pedal is not depressed.

TTo switco switch on th on the powhe power supplyer supply:: press button

1 once.

You can, for example, activate the windshield

wipers.

The power supply is switched o again if the fol-

lowing conditions are met:

You open the driver's door.

You press button

1 twice more.

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TTo switco switch on th on the vhe vehicle:ehicle: press button 1

twice.

Indicator and warning lamps go on in the

instrument cluster.

The vehicle is switched o again if one of the fol-

lowing conditions is met:

Vehicles witehicles with auth automatic tromatic transmission:ansmission: You do

not start the vehicle within 15 minutes and the

transmission is in position j or the electric

parking brake is applied.

You press button

1 once.

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DANANGERGER Risk of fatal injuries caused by

exhaust gases

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust

gases, such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling

these exhaust gases is hazardous to health

and leads to poisoning.

Never run the vehicle and, if present, the

stationary heater indoors without su-

cient ventilation.

WARNINGARNING Risk of re due to ammable

material in the engine compartment or the

exhaust system

Flammable materials may ignite.

Therefore, check regularly that there are

no ammable materials in the engine

compartment or on the exhaust system.

RReqequiruirements:ements:

The SmartKey is in the vehicle and is recog-

nized.

Shi the transmission to position j or i.

Depress the brake pedal and press button 1

once.

If the vehicle does not start: switch o non-

essential consumers and press button 1

once.

If the vehicle still does not start and the dis-

play message Place the Key in the Marked

Space See Operator's Manual appears in the

instrument display: start the vehicle with the

SmartKey in the marked space (emergency

operation mode) (/ page 131).

You can switch o the vehicle while driving. To

do this, press button 1 for about three sec-

onds or by pressing button

1 three times

within three seconds. Be sure to observe the

safety notes under "Driving tips"

(/ page 134).

Observe any information regarding display mes-

sages that can be displayed on the instrument

display.

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markmarked space (emerged space (emergency operency operation mode)ation mode)

If the vehicle does not start and the Place the

Key in the Marked Space See Operator's Manual

message appears in the instrument display, you

can start the vehicle in emergency operation

mode.

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Marked space (example with cup holder without

cover)

Open the cover of marked space 2 if neces-

sary.

Make sure that marked space 2 is empty.

Remove SmartKey 1 from the key ring.

Place SmartKey 1 in marked space 2 on

symbol

The vehicle will start aer a short time.

When you remove SmartKey

1 from marked

space

2, the vehicle can be driven. For fur-

ther engine starts however, SmartKey

must be located in marked space 2 on sym-

bol 3 during the entire journey.

Have SmartKey 1 checked at a qualied spe-

cialist workshop.

If t

If the vhe vehicle does noehicle does not stt start:art:

Place SmartKey 1 in marked space 2 and

leave it there.

Depress the brake pedal and start the vehicle

using the start/stop button.

You can switch on the power supply or the

vehicle with the start/stop button.

Observe any information regarding display mes-

sages that can be displayed on the instrument

display.

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Ensure the following before starting the engine:

The legal stipulations in the area where your

vehicle is parked allow engine starting via

smartphone.

It is safe to start and run the engine where

your vehicle is parked.

The fuel tank is suciently full.

The starter battery is suciently charged.

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jourjourneyney

You can receive a message on your smartphone

when the state of charge of the starter battery is

low. You can then start the vehicle with the smart-

phone to charge the battery. The vehicle is auto-

matically switched o aer ten minutes.

Ensure the following before starting the vehicle:

The legal stipulations in the area where your

vehicle is parked allow engine starting via

smartphone.

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It is safe to start and run the engine where

your vehicle is parked.

The fuel tank is suciently full.

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WARNINGARNING Risk of crushing or entrapment

due to unintentional starting of the engine

Limbs could be crushed or trapped if the

engine is started unintentionally during service

or maintenance work.

Always secure the engine against unin-

tentional starting before carrying out

maintenance or repair work.

RReqequiruirements:ements:

Park position j is selected.

The anti-the alarm system is not activated.

The panic alarm is not activated.

The hazard warning light system is switched

o.

The hood is closed.

The doors are closed and locked.

The windows and sliding sunroof are closed.

Start the vehicle using the smartphone.

Aer every engine start, the engine runs for

ten minutes.

You can carry out a maximum of two consecutive

starting attempts. You must start the engine with

the SmartKey before trying to start the vehicle

again with the smartphone.

You can switch o the vehicle at any time as fol-

lows:

Via the smartphone app

By pressing the Ü or ß button on the

SmartKey

Further information can be found in the

smartphone app.

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Securing ting the vhe vehicle agehicle againsainst stt stararting befting beforore carry-e carry-

ing out mainting out maintenance or renance or repair wepair worork:k:

Switch on the hazard warning light system.

Unlock the doors.

Open a side window or the sliding sunroof.

BrBreaking-in noteaking-in noteses

To preserve the engine during the rst

1,000 miles (1,500 km):

Drive at varying road speeds and engine

speeds.

Do not drive at speeds greater than 85 mph

(140 km/h).

Drive the vehicle in drive program A

or ;.

Shi to the next highest gear at the very latest

when the needle reaches the last third before

the red area in the tachometer.

Do not shi down manually in order to brake.

Avoid overstraining the vehicle, e.g. driving at

full throttle.

Vehicles witehicles with auth automatic tromatic transmission:ansmission: Do not

depress the accelerator pedal beyond the

pressure point (kickdown).

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Only increase the engine speed gradually and

accelerate the vehicle to full speed aer

1,000 miles (1,500 km).

This also applies when the engine or parts of the

drivetrain have been replaced.

Please also observe the following breaking-in

notes:

In certain driving and driving safety systems,

the sensors adjust automatically while a cer-

tain distance is being driven aer the vehicle

has been delivered or aer repairs. Full sys-

tem eectiveness is not reached until the end

of this teach-in process.

Brakepads, brake discs and tires that are

either new or have been replaced only achieve

optimum braking eect and grip aer several

hundred kilometers of driving. Compensate for

the reduced braking eect by applying greater

force to the brake pedal.

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WARNINGARNING Risk of accident due to objects

in the driver's footwell

Objects in the driver's footwell may impede

pedal travel or block a depressed pedal.

This jeopardizes the operating and road safety

of the vehicle.

Stow all objects in the vehicle securely

so that they cannot get into the driver's

footwell.

Always install the oor mats securely

and as prescribed in order to ensure that

there is always sucient room for the

pedals.

Do not use loose oor mats and do not

place oor mats on top of one another.

WARNINGARNING Risk of accident due to incor-

rect footwear

Incorrect footwear includes, for example:

Shoes with platform soles

Shoes with high heels

Slippers

There is a risk of an accident.

Always wear suitable footwear so that

you can operate the pedals safely.

WARNINGARNING Risk of accident if the vehicle is

switched o while driving

If you switch o the vehicle while driving,

safety functions are restricted or no longer

available.

This may aect the power steering system and

the brake force boosting, for example.

You will need to use considerably more force

to steer and brake, for example.

Do not switch o the vehicle while driv-

ing.

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DANANGERGER Risk of fatal injuries caused by

exhaust gases

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust

gases, such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling

these exhaust gases is hazardous to health

and leads to poisoning.

Never run the vehicle and, if present, the

stationary heater indoors without su-

cient ventilation.

WARNINGARNING Risk of skidding and of an acci-

dent due to shiing down on slippery road

surfaces

If you shi down on slippery road surfaces to

increase the engine braking eect, the drive

wheels may lose traction.

Do not shi down on slippery road surfa-

ces to increase the engine braking

eect.

DANANGERGER Risk of fatal injury due to poison-

ous exhaust gases

If the tailpipe is blocked or sucient ventila-

tion is not possible, poisonous exhaust gases

such as carbon monoxide may enter the vehi-

cle. This is the case, for example, if the vehicle

gets stuck in the snow.

Keep the tailpipe and the area around

the vehicle free from snow when the

vehicle or the stationary heater is run-

ning.

Open a window on the side of the vehicle

facing away from the wind to ensure an

adequate supply of fresh air.

WARNINGARNING Risk of accident and injury due

to being under the inuence of alcohol

and drugs while driving

Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs and

driving are very dangerous combinations. Even

a small amount of alcohol or drugs can aect

your reexes, perceptions and judgment.

The possibility of a serious or even fatal acci-

dent are greatly increased when you drink or

take drugs and drive.

Do not drink or take drugs and drive or

allow anyone to drive who has been

drinking or taking drugs.

WARNINGARNING Risk of accident due to the

brake system overheating

If you leave your foot on the brake pedal when

driving, the brake system may overheat.

This increases the braking distance and the

brake system can even fail.

Never use the brake pedal as a footrest.

Do not depress the brake pedal and the

accelerator pedal at the same time while

driving.

NOOTETE Engine damage due to excessively

high engine speeds

The engine will be damaged if you drive with

the engine in the overrevving range.

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Do not drive with the engine in the over-

revving range.

NOOTETE Wearing out the brake linings by

continuously depressing the brake pedal

Do not depress the brake pedal continu-

ously whilst driving.

To use the braking eect of the engine,

shi to a lower gear in good time.

NOOTETE Damage to the drivetrain and

engine when pulling away

Do not warm up the engine while the

vehicle is stationary. Pull away immedi-

ately.

Avoid high engine speeds and driving at

full throttle until the engine has reached

its operating temperature.

NOOTETE Damage to the catalytic converter

due to non-combusted fuel

The engine is not running smoothly and is mis-

ring.

Non-combusted fuel may get into the catalytic

converter.

Only depress the accelerator pedal

slightly.

Have the cause rectied immediately at

a qualied specialist workshop.

NOOTETE Reduced battery life due to frequent

short-distance trips

The 12 V battery may not be suciently

charged when the vehicle is used only for

short-distance trips. This reduces the life of

the battery.

Drive longer distances regularly to

charge the battery.

NOOTETE Damage to the vehicle due to not

observing the maximum permitted head-

room clearance

If the vehicle height is greater than the maxi-

mum permitted headroom clearance, the roof

and other parts of the vehicle may be dam-

aged.

Observe the signposted headroom clear-

ance.

If the vehicle height is greater than the

permitted headroom clearance, do not

enter.

Observe the changed vehicle height with

add-on roof equipment.

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laden vladen vehicleehicle

When driving with a loaded roof luggage rack or

trailer as well as with a fully laden or fully occu-

pied vehicle, the vehicle's driving and steering

characteristics change.

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You should bear the following in mind:

Do not exceed the permissible roof load and

towing capacity. Also observe the technical

data in the printed Operator's Manual.

Evenly distribute the roof load, and place

heavy objects at the bottom. Also comply with

the notes on loading the vehicle

(/ page 101).

Drive attentively, and avoid suddenly pulling

away, braking and steering as well as rapid

cornering.

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The braking eect is limited on salt-treated roads.

Therefore, observe the following notes:

Due to salt build-up on the brake discs and

brakepads, the braking distance can increase

considerably or result in braking only on one

side

Maintain a much greater safe distance to the

vehicle in front

To remove salt build-up:

Brake occasionally while paying attention to

the trac conditions

Carefully depress the brake pedal at the end

of the journey and when starting the next jour-

ney

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Hydroplaning can take place once a certain

amount of water has accumulated on the road

surface.

Observe the following notes during heavy precipi-

tation or in conditions in which hydroplaning may

occur:

Reduce speed

Avoid tire ruts

Avoid sudden steering movements

Brake carefully

Also observe the notes on regularly checking

wheels and tires (/ page 294).

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ffaceace

Water which has entered into the vehicle can

damage the engine, electrics and transmission.

Water can also enter the air intake of the engine

and cause engine damage.

Observe the following if you must drive through

water:

The water, when calm, may only reach the

lower edge of the vehicle body.

Drive at a maximum speed of 6 mph

(10 km/h); water can otherwise enter the

vehicle interior or engine compartment.

Vehicles traveling in front, or oncoming vehi-

cles, can create waves which may exceed the

maximum permissible depth of the water.

The braking eect of the brakes is reduced aer

fording. Brake carefully while paying attention to

the trac conditions until braking power has been

fully restored.

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ECECO stO starart/stt/stop functionop function

The ECO start/stop function is not available

in all drive programs, depending on the

engine. Observe the status display in the

instrument display for this.

If all vehicle-related conditions for an automatic

engine stop are met, the engine is switched o

automatically:

Vehicles witehicles with auth automatic tromatic transmission:ansmission: You

brake the vehicle to a standstill in transmis-

sion position h or i.

You activate the HOLD function or engage

transmission position j.

If the system detects an intelligent stop inhibi-

tor, for example, a stop sign, the engine will

not stop.

If you activate the HOLD function or engage

the park position j, the engine can be

switched o in spite of an intelligent stop

inhibitor.

In transmission position k, the engine is not

switched o automatically even when the

HOLD function is switched on.

The engine restarts automatically in the following

cases:

Vehicles witehicles with auth automatic tromatic transmission:ansmission: You

shi into transmission position h or k.

You depress the accelerator pedal.

An automatic vehicle engine start is required.

Status display in the instrument display:

The è symbol (green) appears when the

vehicle is at a standstill: The engine was

switched o by the ECO start/stop function.

The ç symbol (yellow) appears when the

vehicle is at a standstill: Not all vehicle condi-

tions for an engine stop have been met.

Neither the è nor ç symbol appears

when the vehicle is at a standstill: An intelli-

gent stop inhibitor was detected, e.g. a stop

sign.

The s symbol appears: The ECO start/

stop function is deactivated or there is a mal-

function.

If the engine was switched o by the ECO start/

stop function and you leave the vehicle, a warning

tone sounds and the engine is not restarted. In

addition, the

Vehicle Ready to Drive Switch the

Ignition Off Before Exiting

display message

appears in the instrument display. If you do not

switch o the vehicle, it is automatically switched

o aer three minutes.

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DeactivDeactivating or activating or activating tating the EChe ECO stO starart/stt/stopop

functionfunction

Press button 1.

A display appears in the instrument cluster

when switching the ECO start/stop function

o/on.

A continuous s display appears in the

instrument cluster while the ECO start/stop

function is deactivated.

ECECO displaO display functiony function

The ECO display summarizes your driving charac-

teristics from the start of the journey to its com-

pletion and assists you in achieving the most eco-

nomical driving style.

You can inuence consumption by doing the fol-

lowing:

Driving with particular care.

Vehicles witehicles with auth automatic tromatic transmission:ansmission: Driving

in drive program ;.

Following the gearshi recommendations.

The lettering in the segment will light up brightly,

the outer edge will light up and the segment will

ll up when the following driving style is adopted:

1 Steady speed

2 Gentle deceleration and rolling

3 Moderate acceleration

The lettering in the segment will be gray, the outer

edge will be dark and the segment will empty

when the following driving style is adopted:

1 Fluctuations in speed

2 Heavy braking

3 Sporty acceleration

The ECO display will show you when you have

driven economically:

The three segments will ll up completely at

the same time

The edges around all three segments will light

The additional range achieved as a result of your

driving style in comparison with a driver with a

very sporty driving style will be shown on the cen-

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ter of display 4. The range displayed does not

indicate a xed reduction in consumption.

DDYNYNAMIC SELECT switchAMIC SELECT switch

FFunction of tunction of the Dhe DYNYNAMIC SELECT switchAMIC SELECT switch

NOOTETE Mercedes-AMG vehicles

Observe the notes in the Supplement.

You could otherwise fail to recognize

dangers.

Depending on the engine and equipment, the

vehicle has dierent drive programs.

Use the DYNAMIC SELECT switch to change

between the following drive programs.

The drive program selected appears in the instru-

ment display.

= Individual

Individual settings

Sport

Continues to oer stability but with a sporty

setup

Allows the sporty driver a more active driving

style

Only suitable for good road conditions, a dry

road surface and a clear stretch of road

Comfort

Comfortable and economical driving

Balance between traction and stability

Recommended for all road conditions

;

Eco

Only available for vehicles with automatic

transmission

Particularly economical driving

Balance between traction and stability

Recommended for all road conditions

The ESP

settings in the drive programs ;

and A are designed for stability. Therefore,

choose one of these driving programs, espe-

cially when transporting roof loads, in trailer

operation and when the vehicle is fully loaded

or fully occupied.

Depending on the drive program, the following

systems change their characteristics:

Drive

engine and transmission management

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

ESP

Vehicles witehicles with adaph adaptivtive dame damping adjusping adjustmenttment::

suspension

Electric power steering

Selecting tSelecting the drhe drivive pre progrogramam

Depending on the equipment, the vehicle is

equipped with either a switch or a button.

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