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Order no. P463 0294 13 Part no. 463 584 70 07 Edition A 2021

G-Class Mercedes-AMG Supplement

Mercedes-Benz

Publication details Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi cles and about MercedesBenz AG can be found on the following websites: https://www.mbusa.com (USA only) https://www.mercedes-benz.ca (Canada only)

Documentation team MercedesBenz AG: Not to be reprinted, trans lated or otherwise reproduced, in whole or in part, without written permission from MercedesBenz AG.

Vehicle manufacturer MercedesBenz AG Mercedesstrae 120 70372 Stuttgart Germany

As at 09.12.19

Thank you for purchasing a Mercedes-AMG Before you first drive off, read this Operator's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer operating lifespan of the vehicle, follow the instructions and warning notices in this Opera tor's Manual. Disregarding them may lead to damage to the vehicle or injury to people. Damage to the vehicle resulting from the disre gard of the instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. The standard equipment and product description of your vehicle may vary and depends on the fol lowing factors: R Model R Order R National version R Availability

Mercedes-AMG reserves the right to introduce changes in the following areas: R Design R 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 of the vehicle: R Digital Operator's Manual R Printed Operator's Manual R Maintenance Booklet R Equipment-dependent Supplements

Keep these documents in the vehicle at all times. If you sell the vehicle, always pass all of the documents on to the new owner. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. A Daimler Company

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

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

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

Driving and parking ................................... 10 Driving .......................................................... 10 DYNAMIC SELECT switch .............................. 12 Automatic transmission ................................ 13 Driving and driving safety systems ................ 14 Function of the AMG steering-wheel but tons .............................................................. 19

Instrument Display and on-board computer .................................................... 20 Notes on the Instrument Display and on- board computer ............................................ 20 Calling up displays on the Performance menu ............................................................ 20 Displaying and starting RACE TIMER on the Performance menu ................................. 22

Wheels and tires ........................................ 24 Changing a wheel ......................................... 24

Technical data ............................................ 25 Operating fluids ............................................ 25 Vehicle data .................................................. 26 Trailer hitch .................................................. 29

Display messages and warning/indi cator lamps ................................................. 31 Display messages ......................................... 31 Warning and indicator lamps ........................ 31

Index ........................................................... 34

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

& DANGER Danger due to not observing the warning notices

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

+ ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental damage due to failure to observe envi ronmental notes

Environmental notes include information on 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.

# Observe notes on material damage.

% These symbols indicate useful instructions or further information that could be helpful to you.

# Instruction (/ page) Further information on a topic Display Information on the multifunction dis

play/media display 4 Highest menu level, which is to be

selected in the multimedia system 5 Relevant submenus, which are to be

selected in the multimedia system * Indicates a cause

Symbols 3

Left-hand-drive vehicles

4 At a glance Cockpit

1 Steering wheel gearshift paddles 13

2 Combination switch

3 Instrument display 20

4 DIRECT SELECT lever

5 Media display

6 Start/stop button

ECO start/stop function 10

7 PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps

8 Activate/deactivate the differential locks

9 Touchpad

A Climate control systems

B Glove box

C Hazard warning light system

D Storage compartment

E Controller for volume and switching sound on/off

Switches the multimedia system on/off

F AMG performance exhaust system 11

G Active Parking Assist

H LOW RANGE off-road gear

I Activating/deactivating ESP 14

J AMG adaptive sport suspension system 17

K Manual gearshifting 13

L DYNAMIC SELECT switch 12

M Calls up the main functions of the multimedia system

N Control panel for the multimedia system

O AMG steering-wheel buttons 19

P Adjusts the steering wheel

Switches the steering wheel heater on/off

Q Control panel:

On-board computer 20

Cruise control

Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC

At a glance Cockpit 5

R Diagnostics connection

S Opens the hood

T Electric parking brake

U Light switch

V Control panel for:

Active Lane Keeping Assist

Parking Assist PARKTRONIC

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Operator's Manual This Supplement provides information on all the important functions of your AMG vehicle that are either not described or differ from the descrip tions in the vehicle Operator's Manual. This information 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, and standard and optional equipment for your vehi cle, as available at the time of going to press. Country-specific differences are possible. Bear in mind that your vehicle may not feature all functions described here. This is also the case for systems and functions relevant to safety. Therefore, the equipment on your vehicle may differ from that in the descriptions and illustra tions. The original purchase contract documentation for your vehicle contains a list of all of the sys tems in your vehicle.

Should you have any questions concerning equipment and operation, please consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The Operator's Manual, the Supplement and the Maintenance Booklet are important documents and should be kept in the vehicle.

Operating safety

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

To avoid malfunctions or system failures: # Always have the prescribed service and

maintenance work as well any required repairs carried out at a qualified spe cialist workshop.

& WARNING Risk of accident or injury due to incorrect modifications on electronic component parts

Modification of electronic components, their software or wiring could impair their function

and/or the function of other networked com ponent parts or safety-relevant systems. This can endanger the operating safety of the vehicle. # Never tamper with the wiring and elec

tronic component parts or their soft ware.

# You should have all work on electrical and electronic components carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

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

& WARNING Risk of fire due to flammable materials on hot parts of the exhaust system

Flammable material such as leaves, grass or twigs may ignite if they come into contact with hot parts of the exhaust system.

General notes 7

# When driving on unpaved roads or off- road, regularly check the vehicle under side.

# Remove trapped plants or other flam mable material, in particular.

# If there is damage, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.

* NOTE Damage to the vehicle

In the following situations, in particular, there is 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 an

obstacle, e.g. a curb, speed bump or pot hole R A heavy object strikes the underbody or

chassis components

In situations such as this, the body, the underbody, chassis components, wheels or tires could be damaged without the damage being visible. Components damaged in this

way can unexpectedly fail or, in the case of an accident, may not absorb the loads that arise as intended. If the underbody paneling is damaged, flam mable materials such as leaves, grass or twigs can collect between the underbody and the underbody paneling. These materials may ignite if they come into contact with hot parts on the exhaust system. # Have the vehicle checked and repaired

immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

or # If driving safety is impaired while con

tinuing your journey, pull over and stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions, and contact a qualified specialist workshop.

Qualified specialist workshop An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a quali fied specialist workshop. It has the necessary special skills, tools and qualifications to cor

rectly carry out the work required on your vehi cle. This particularly applies to safety-relevant works. For the following, always have your vehicle checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen ter: R safety-relevant works R service and maintenance work R repair work R modifications as well as installations and

conversions R work on electronic components

MercedesAMG recommends a MercedesBenz service center.

Correct use of the vehicle If you remove any warning stickers, you or others could fail to recognize certain dangers. Leave warning stickers in position. Observe the following information in particular when driving your vehicle: R the safety notes in this manual

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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.

General notes 9

Driving Breaking-in notes

To preserve the engine during the first 1,000 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

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 after 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: R In certain driving and driving safety systems,

the sensors adjust automatically while a cer tain distance is being driven after the vehicle has been delivered or after repairs. Full sys tem effectiveness is not reached until the end 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 after several hundred kilometers of driving. Com pensate for the reduced braking effect by applying greater force to the brake pedal.

Operation of the ECO start/stop function

The engine is switched off automatically in the following situations if all vehicle conditions for an 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 is not switched off automatically even when the 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 to move. R you shift from transmission positionj. R you release the brake pedal and the vehicle

starts to move on a gentle downhill gradient at a speed below 3 mph (5 km/h). R you depress the accelerator pedal.

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R you permanently activate manual gearshift ing. R you pull the left-hand steering wheel gear

shift paddle. R an automatic engine start is required by the

vehicle.

If the engine was switched off by the ECO start/ stop function and you leave the vehicle, a warn ing tone sounds. In addition, the Vehicle Ready to Drive Switch the Ignition Off Before Exiting message appears in the multifunction display. If you do not switch off the ignition, the ignition is automatically switched off after one minute.

AMG Performance exhaust system

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: R Closed exhaust gas flaps: comfort character

istic (balanced)

R Open exhaust gas flaps: sporty characteristic (powerful)

Operating the AMG Performance exhaust system

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

Information on the AMG high performance brake system

The AMG high performance brake system is designed for heavy loads. This may lead to noise when braking. This effect can also occur after washing the vehicle. The noise depends on the following factors: R Speed R Brake force R Environmental conditions, e.g. temperature

and air humidity

% Have the brake system checked at a quali fied specialist workshop after it has been subjected to extreme loads.

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DYNAMIC SELECT switch Function of the DYNAMIC SELECT switch

Function of the on-road drive programs Use the DYNAMIC SELECT switch to change between the following drive programs: o (Slippery): optimized pulling away and

driving characteristics in wintry and slip pery road conditions

= (Individual): individual setting of drive, suspension, steering and ECO start/stop function

A (Comfort): comfortable and economical driving by shifting up early and the ECO start/stop function

C (Sport): sporty driving, optimized shift points and more direct handling

B (Sport +): especially sporty driving, acoustic signal when shifting down, opti mal switching times and quicker pulling- away

TheA drive program is recommended in city traffic and stop-and-go traffic.

% TheA drive program is always automati cally active after the vehicle is restarted.

Function of the off-road programs If the differential locks for the transfer case are engaged, the vehicle changes automatically to the drive programF (Trail). Use the DYNAMIC SELECT switch to change between the following drive programs: (Sand): tight suspension and steering set

ting, optimized for driving on sand F (Trail): comfortable suspension and steer

ing setting, optimized for driving on unpaved roads and loose ground

G (Rock): tight suspension tuning and com fortable steering setting, optimized for driving in difficult terrain and on hard, rocky ground

% You can switch between the drive programs only in the order given above. You cannot switch directly between Sand and Rock.

Disengage all differential locks to return to the on-road drive programs.

% See the vehicle Operator's Manual for fur ther information on the function and opera tion of the differential locks.

Depending on the drive program selected, the following vehicle characteristics will change: R Drive (engine management) R Transmission management R ESP

R Suspension R Position of the exhaust gas flaps R Steering R Availability of the ECO start/stop function R Driver assistance systems R Availability of glide mode

% You can also change the following vehicle characteristics using the buttons in the cen ter console: R Position of the exhaust gas flaps R ECO start/stop function R ESP

R Suspension

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R Manual gearshifting

Automatic transmission Manual gearshifting

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

% To permanently shift the gears manually in drive program= using the steering wheel gearshift 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 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.

# To shift up: pull steering wheel gearshift paddle2.

# To shift down: pull steering wheel gearshift paddle1.

If the engine speed is too high or too low, you cannot change gear using the steering wheel gearshift paddles. In this case, segments1 light up red.

Gearshift recommendation

The gearshift recommendation assists you in adopting an economical driving style.

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# If gearshift recommendation message1 is shown on the multifunction display, shift to the recommended gear.

% Gearshift recommendation is active only if you have activated manual gearshifting with the 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 next gear when the maximum engine speed is reached to protect the engine from overrevving.

% If you have activated manual gearshifting with the button in the center console, the transmission does not react to the kick down.

Glide mode function

With an anticipatory driving style, glide mode helps you to reduce fuel consumption. Glide mode is characterized by the following: R The combustion engine is disconnected from

the drivetrain and the vehicle continues to roll. R TheJ symbol appears in the multifunc

tion display.

Glide mode is activated if the following condi tions are met: R The ECO start/stop function is switched on. R Drive program= is selected with the

drive setting "Moderate". R The speed is within a suitable range. R The road's course is suitable, e.g. no steep

uphill or downhill inclines or tight curves.

R You are no longer depressing the accelerator or brake pedal.

Glide mode is deactivated again if one of the conditions is no longer met.

Driving and driving safety systems Functions of ESP (Electronic Stability Pro gram)

& WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP is malfunctioning

If ESP is malfunctioning, ESP cannot carry out vehicle stabilization. In addition, other driving safety systems are switched off. # Drive on carefully. # Have ESP checked at a qualified spe

cialist workshop.

You can select between the following modes of ESP: R ESP ON R ESP SPORT

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R ESP OFF

Characteristics when ESP is activated

ESP monitors and improves driving stability and traction, particularly in the following situations: R When pulling away on a wet or slippery road. R When braking. R Vehicles with trailer hitch: in trailer opera

tion from speeds of 40 mph (65 km/h), if the vehicle/trailer combination begins to sway from side to side. R In strong side winds when you are driving

faster than 47 mph (75 km/h).

ESP can stabilize the vehicle by intervening in the 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 ESP SPORT or deactivated before the engine was switched off.

If the ESP warning lamp flashes in the instrument cluster, one or several vehicle wheels has reached its grip limit: R Adapt the driving style to suit the prevailing

road and weather conditions. R Do not deactivate ESP under any circum

stances. R Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as

is necessary.

Characteristics of ESP SPORT

& 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 acci dent. # Activate ESP SPORT only in the cir

cumstances described below.

When ESP SPORT is activated, the and warning lamps light up continuously in the instrument cluster.

Select ESP SPORT when the vehicle's own oversteering and understeering characteristics are desired, e.g. on designated roads.

Driving with ESP SPORT or with ESP deactiva ted requires an extremely qualified and experi enced driver.

If ESP SPORT is activated and one or more wheels start to spin, the ESP warning lamp on the instrument cluster flashes. ESP then only stabilizes the vehicle to a limited degree.

ESP SPORT also has the following characteris tics: 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.

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R ESP continues to provide assistance when the brakes are firmly applied. R Vehicles with trailer hitch: stabilization of

the vehicle/trailer combination is no longer active. R Crosswind Assist is no longer active.

Characteristics when ESP is deactivated

& WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP is deactivated

If you deactivate ESP, ESP cannot carry out vehicle stabilization. # ESP should only be deactivated in the

following situations.

When ESP is deactivated, the and warning lamps light up continuously in the instrument cluster.

Deactivating ESP has the following effects: R Driving stability will no longer be improved. R The drive wheels could spin. R ETS/4ETS traction control is still active.

R Vehicles with trailer hitch: stabilization of the vehicle/trailer combination is no longer active. R Crosswind Assist is no longer active.

% Even when ESP is deactivated, you are still assisted by ESP when braking hard.

It may be best to activate ESP SPORT or deacti vate ESP in the following situations: R When using snow chains. R In deep snow. R On sand or gravel.

% Spinning the wheels results in a cutting action, which enhances traction.

% Activate ESP as soon as the situations described above no longer apply. ESP will otherwise not be able to stabilize the vehicle if the vehicle starts to skid or a wheel starts to spin.

If the ESP warning lamp lights up continu ously even when ESP is activated, ESP is not available due to a malfunction.

Observe any information which may be displayed in the instrument cluster: R Indicator and warning lamps R Display messages

ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System) ETS/4ETS traction control is part of ESP. ETS/4ETS can improve the vehicle's traction by intervening 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.

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Activating/deactivating ESP (Electronic Sta bility Program)

# To activate ESP SPORT: briefly press but ton1. The and warning lamps appear in the instrument cluster.

# To deactivate ESP : press and hold button 1 until the and warning lamps appear in the instrument cluster.

# To activate ESP : Briefly press switch1. The , and warning lamps go out.

Observe the information on warning lamps and display messages which may be shown in the instrument cluster.

AMG adaptive sport suspension system

Function of AMG adaptive sport suspension system AMG adaptive sport suspension system is a vari able adjustable damping for improved driving characteristics and ensures the best possible suspension, even with a laden vehicle. The damping is adjusted depending on the drive pro gram selected and can also be adjusted man ually. The damping is set individually for each wheel and is affected by the following factors: R Driving style, e.g. sporty

R Road condition, e.g. bumps R The damper setting or drive program selec

ted

AMG adaptive sport suspension system compri ses the following components: R Steel suspension R Three damper settings: COMFORT, SPORT

and SPORT+ R Adaptive Damping System with constant

damping force adjustment R DYNAMIC SELECT switch R Suspension setting button

Suspension settings of the drive programs Drive programso andA: R The suspension and steering settings are

comfortable.

Drive programsC andB: R The suspension and steering settings are

firmer and optimized for sporty driving.

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Drive program=: R The suspension and steering settings are

individually adapted.

Drive program: R The suspension and steering settings are

firmer and optimized for driving on sand.

Drive programF: R The suspension and steering settings are

comfortable and optimized for driving on unpaved roads and loose ground.

Drive programG: 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.

Selecting the setting for the AMG adaptive sport suspension system

# COMFORT damper setting: press button1 repeatedly until indicator lamps2 and3 go out. The AMG Suspension System COMFORT message appears in the multifunction dis play.

The driving characteristics of your vehicle are comfortable.

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

# SPORT+ damper 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.

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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 your choice to the left control element. You can change between the available functions by pressing display buttons2 repeatedly. The cur rently selected functions are displayed in display buttons2. The following functions are available: R ESP(/ page 14)

R AMG adaptive sport suspension system (/ 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 buttons2, you can operate this function with corresponding button1. The assignment of display button2 remains stored even after a new engine start, but the operating status of the respective function is reset to the basic setting. You can change between the drive programs with stabilizer bar actuator3. The selected drive program appears in display button4. By pressing display button4, you can directly access the drive program= (Individual) (/ page 12).

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Notes on the Instrument Display and on- board computer Additional notes regarding your Mercedes-AMG vehicle: R If one of the following drive programs has

been selected, the engine electronics switches from 8-cylinder mode to 4-cylinder mode if necessary: - o (Slippery) - A (Comfort) - = (Individual) with the "Moderate"

or "Reduced" drive setting

The multifunction display will show the/ symbol in the status area. R Indicator and warning lamps: the vehicle is

also equipped with ESP OFF and warning lamps (/ page 32). R You can select the following display content:

- Tachometer (classic display setting) - Date (progressive display setting) - Gear display

- Warm-up - G-meter - Engine data - Trip computer - Navigation

Calling up displays on the Performance menu On-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-up R SETUP R G-meter R RACE TIMER R Engine data

Warm-up (example) 1 Digital speedometer 2 Gear display 3 Engine oil temperature 4 Transmission oil temperature 5 Boost pressure

If the engine or transmission is not at normal operating temperature, the multifunction display

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will show temperature3 or4 in blue. Avoid using the full engine power output during this time.

SETUP (example) 1 Drive system setting:

Reduced/Moderate/Sport/Dynamic/Race 2 AMG Performance exhaust system:

Balanced/Powerful 3 ESP status:

On/Off/SPORT 4 Transmission position:

D/M

5 Suspension tuning: COMFORT/SPORT/SPORT+

G-meter (example)

While the vehicle is in motion, the G-meter shows the forces that are exerted on the vehicle occupants both laterally and in the direction of travel. The maximum values appear in red in the coordinate system. # To reset the G-meter: press the left-hand

Touch Control. # 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 output 2 Current torque

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Displaying and starting RACE TIMER on the Performance menu On-board computer: 4 Performance The following functions are possible in RACE TIMER: R Selecting displays and starting R Stopping R Starting a new lap R Displaying lap statistics R Resetting

1 Lap 2 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.

# 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.

RACE TIMER (example) 1 Lap 2 Elapsed time 3 Average speed 4 Distance covered

# To display the lap statistics: after at least two stored laps, press the left-hand Touch Control.

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# 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 text1.

# 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.

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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 Fuel

Notes on fuel grades for Mercedes-AMG vehi cles Observe the information on service products in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

* NOTE Damage caused by the wrong fuel

Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could result in damage to the fuel system, the engine and the emission control system. # Only refuel with low-sulfur gasoline.

This fuel may contain up to 10% ethanol by volume. Your vehicle is suitable for use with E10 fuel. Never refuel with one of the following fuels: R Diesel R Gasoline with more than 10% ethanol by

volume, e.g. E15, E85, E100

R Gasoline with more than 3% methanol by volume, e.g. M15, M30, M85, M100 R Gasoline with additives containing metal

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

If the available fuel is not sufficiently low in sul fur, this can produce unpleasant odors. Only refuel using unleaded premium grade gaso line with at least 91 AKI/95 RON. As a temporary measure, if the recommended fuel is not available, you may also use unleaded regular gasoline. Octane number on the vehicle on the information label in the fuel filler flap (see the vehicle's Operator's Manual). This may reduce engine output and increase fuel con sumption. Never refuel using gasoline with an even lower RON.

* NOTE Premature engine wear through unleaded regular gasoline

Impairment of the longevity and performance of the engine. If unleaded premium grade gasoline is unavailable and you have to refuel using unleaded regular gasoline: # Only fill the fuel tank to half full with

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

# Do not drive at the maximum design speed.

# Avoid sudden acceleration and engine speeds over 3000 rpm.

Further information on fuel is available at the fol lowing locations: R At a gas station R At a qualified specialist workshop R USA only: at https://www.mbusa.com

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Tank content and reserve fuel

Capacity

Model Total capacity

Mercedes-AMG G 63 26.4 gal (100.0 liters)

Model of which reserve fuel

Mercedes-AMG G 63 3.2 gal (12.0 liters)

Quality and capacity of engine oil

MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval

Model MB-Freigabe or MB- Approval

Mercedes-AMG G 63 229.5*, 229.51

* Recommended for lowest possible fuel con sumption (lowest SAE viscosity class in each case; observe possible restrictions of the approved 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 SAE viscosity class. Possible restrictions of the approved SAE viscosity classes must be observed. Only use SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 engine oils. The following values refer to an oil change, including the oil filter.

Model Capacity

Mercedes-AMG G 63 10.0 US qt (9.5 liters)

Coolant capacity

Capacity

Model Capacity

Mercedes-AMG G 63 14.5 US qt (13.7 l)

Refrigerant filling capacity

Filling capacity for refrigerant and PAG oil

Model Refrigerant

Mercedes-AMG G 63 24.2 0.4 oz (685 10 g)

Model PAG oil

Mercedes-AMG G 63 2.8 0.4 oz (80 10 g)

Vehicle data Vehicle dimensions

The heights and lengths specified may vary as a result of the following factors: R Tires R Load R Condition of the suspension R Optional equipment

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Range of movement

Mercedes-AMG G 63

1 Distance to top edge 76.1 in (1934 mm)

2 Distance to lower edge 29.1 in (740 mm)

3 Range of movement 43.8 in (1088 mm)

Vehicle dimensions

Mercedes-AMG G 63

Vehicle length 191.8 in (4873 mm)

Vehicle width including out side mirrors

86.1 in (2187 mm)

Vehicle height 77.4 in (1966 mm)

Wheelbase 113.8 in (2890 mm)

Turning radius 44.3 ft (13.5 m)

Minimum ground clearance 9.3 in (238 mm)

Weights and loads

Bear in mind that items of optional equipment increase the curb weight and reduce the pay load.

Vehicle data for off-road driving

Fording depth

* NOTE Damage caused by water when fording

In the following cases water can penetrate into the engine compartment and vehicle interior: R The maximum permissible fording depth

is exceeded when driving through stand ing water. R When driving through the water a bow

wave forms. R Water accumulates when driving through

running water.

# Do not exceed the maximum permissi ble fording depth and drive slowly through the water.

The specified value indicates the maximum per missible fording depth for vehicles that are ready to drive. It applies to slow driving through stand ing water.

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Driving through flowing water reduces tire trac tion. The permissible fording depth is then corre spondingly lower. Observe the notes on off-road driving and ford ing in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

Model 1 Fording depth

Mercedes-AMG G 63 27.5 in (700 mm)

Angle of approach/departure The specified values are maximum values for vehicles that are ready to drive.

Observe the notes on driving in mountainous ter rain in the vehicle Operator's Manual.

Model 1 Front 2 Rear

Mercedes-AMG G 63

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Maximum gradient climbing ability The vehicle's gradient climbing ability depends on the weight distribution in the vehicle, the ter rain conditions and the road surface conditions. The specified value applies under the following conditions: R The vehicle is ready to drive

R The LOW RANGE off-road gear of the trans fer case is engaged R The road surfaces conditions and thus the

traction are good

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

Mercedes-AMG G 63 100%

Maximum speeds

The following values only apply to vehicles with the AMG Driver's Package.

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Maximum speeds

Gear Mercedes-AMG G 63

1st gear 33 mph (53 km/h)

2nd gear 55 mph (89 km/h)

3rd gear 79 mph (128 km/h)

4th gear 110 mph (177 km/h)

5th gear 148 mph (238 km/h)

6th gear 149 mph (240 km/h)

7th gear 149 mph (240 km/h)

Trailer hitch General notes on the trailer hitch

The installation of a trailer hitch is only permissi ble if a towing capacity is specified in your vehi cle documents. Further information can be obtained at a quali fied specialist workshop.

Permissible trailer load

The tongue weight is not included in the towing capacity.

Permissible towing capacity, braked (at a minimum start-off gradeability of 8%)

Model Permissible towing capa city, braked

Mercedes-AMG G 63 6503 lbs (2950 kg)

Permissible towing capacity, braked (at a minimum start-off gradeability of 12%)

Model Permissible towing capa city, braked

Mercedes-AMG G 63 6503 lbs (2950 kg)

Maximum tongue weight

* NOTE Damage caused by the trailer coming loose

If the tongue weight used is too low, the trailer may come loose. # The tongue weight must not be below

110.2 lbs (50 kg). # Use a tongue weight that is as close as

possible to the maximum permissible tongue weight.

Tongue weight

Model Maximum tongue weight

Mercedes-AMG G 63 520.3 lbs (236 kg)

The actual tongue weight may not be higher than the specified value. The value can be found on the vehicle identification plates of the trailer hitch or of the trailer. The lowest weight applies. 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 andM Solutions

Malfunction Drive at Max. 50 mph

* 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.

Warning and indicator lamps Driving systems

Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences andM Solutions

Suspension warning lamp (yellow)

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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Driving safety systems

Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences andM Solutions

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).

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Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences andM Solutions

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

& 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 Acceleration

see Kickdown AMG

Menu (on-board computer) .................... 20 Steering wheel control element ............. 19 Steering-wheel buttons .......................... 19

AMG adaptive sport suspension sys tem .............................................................. 18

Selecting the suspension setting ........... 18 AMG adaptive sport suspension sys tem +

Suspension ............................................ 17 AMG high performance brake system ..... 11 AMG Performance adjustable exhaust system ........................................................ 11

Function ................................................. 11 Operating ............................................... 11

AMG Performance steering wheel ........... 19 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center

see Qualified specialist workshop

Authorized workshop see Qualified specialist workshop

Automatic engine start (ECO start/ stop function) ............................................ 10 Automatic engine stop (ECO start/ stop function) ............................................ 10 Automatic transmission

Drive programs ...................................... 12 DYNAMIC SELECT switch ...................... 12 Kickdown ............................................... 14 Manual gearshifting ............................... 13 Oil temperature (on-board computer, Performance menu) ............................... 20 Steering wheel paddle shifters .............. 13

Axle load Towing a trailer ...................................... 30

B Bicycle rack

Load capacity ........................................ 29 Boost pressure (on-board computer, Performance menu) .................................. 20

Brakes AMG high performance brake system .... 11 New/replaced brakepads/brake discs ...................................................... 10 Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ....... 10

C Changing a wheel

Mounting a new wheel ........................... 24 Removing a wheel .................................. 24

Changing gears .......................................... 13 Manually ................................................ 13

Climate control Filling capacity for PAG oil ..................... 26 Refrigerant filling capacity ..................... 26

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

Comfort mode see AMG adaptive sport suspension system

Coolant (engine) Capacity ................................................ 26

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D Dashboard

see Cockpit Dealership

see Qualified specialist workshop Display messages Malfunction Drive at Max. 50 mph ....................................................... 31

Drive programs see DYNAMIC SELECT

Driving safety system ESP (Electronic Stability Program) ....... 14

Driving system AMG adaptive sport suspension sys tem + ..................................................... 17

Driving tips AMG high performance brake system .... 11 Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ....... 10

DYNAMIC SELECT ...................................... 12 Drive programs ...................................... 12 Function ................................................ 12

E E10 .............................................................. 25 ECO start/stop function ........................... 10

Automatic engine start .......................... 10 Automatic engine stop ........................... 10 Method of operation .............................. 10

Engine ECO start/stop function ........................ 10

Engine oil Capacity ................................................ 26 MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval ................. 26 Quality ................................................... 26 Temperature (on-board computer, Performance menu) ............................... 20

ESP (Electronic Stability Program) Activating/deactivating ......................... 17 ESP SPORT .......................................... 14 Function/notes ..................................... 14 Status display (on-board computer, Performance menu) ............................... 20

ESP SPORT Function/notes ..................................... 14

F Fuel

E10 ........................................................ 25 Flexible fuel vehicles ............................. 25 Fuel reserve ........................................... 26 Gasoline ................................................ 25 Quality (gasoline) ................................... 25 Sulfur content ....................................... 25 Tank content ......................................... 26

G G-meter (on-board computer, Per formance menu) ........................................ 20 Gasoline ..................................................... 25 Gear display (on-board computer, Per formance menu) ........................................ 20 Gearshift recommendation ...................... 13 Glide mode ................................................. 14

I Instrument display

AMG displays ......................................... 20

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K Kickdown ................................................... 14

Using ..................................................... 14

L Limited Warranty

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

M Maximum speeds ...................................... 28 Menu (on-board computer)

AMG displays ......................................... 20 Performance .......................................... 20

N Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ......... 10

O On-board computer

AMG menu ............................................ 20 Performance menu ................................ 20

Operating fluids Fuel (gasoline) ....................................... 25

Operating safety Information .............................................. 7

Operator's Manual Vehicle equipment ................................... 7

P Performance (on-board computer, Performance menu) .................................. 20 Power output (on-board computer, Performance menu) .................................. 20

Q Qualified specialist workshop .................... 8

R RACETIMER (on-board computer, Per formance menu) ........................................ 22 Rear-end door

Opening dimensions .............................. 26 Reserve

Fuel ....................................................... 26

S Selecting a gear

see Changing gears Service center

see Qualified specialist workshop SETUP (on-board computer, Perform ance menu) ................................................ 20 Shift paddles

see Steering wheel paddle shifters Shifting gears

Gearshift recommendation .................... 13 Specialist workshop .................................... 8 Sport Plus suspension setting

see AMG adaptive sport suspension system Sport suspension setting

see AMG adaptive sport suspension system Sports exhaust

see AMG Performance adjustable exhaust system

Start/stop function see ECO start/stop function

Steering wheel paddle shifters ................ 13

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Sulfur content ............................................ 25 Suspension

AMG adaptive sport suspension sys tem + ..................................................... 17 Selecting the suspension setting ........... 18

T Tank content

Fuel ....................................................... 26 Reserve (fuel) ........................................ 26

Technical data Axle load (trailer operation) ................... 30 Notes (trailer hitch) ............................... 29 Tongue weight ....................................... 29 Towing capacity (trailer operation) ........ 29

Temperature Engine oil (on-board computer, Per formance menu) .................................... 20 Transmission oil (on-board computer, Performance menu) ............................... 20

Tires Mounting ............................................... 24 Removing ............................................... 24

Tongue weight ........................................... 29

Torque (on-board computer, Perform ance menu) ................................................ 20 Trailer tow hitch

Axle load ............................................... 30 General notes ........................................ 29 Tongue weight ....................................... 29 Towing capacity ..................................... 29

V Vehicle

Correct use .............................................. 8 Equipment ............................................... 7 Limited Warranty ..................................... 9 Qualified specialist workshop .................. 8

Vehicle data Angle of approach/departure ................ 27 Fording depth ........................................ 27 Maximum gradient-climbing capability .. 27 Maximum speeds .................................. 28 Minimum ground clearance ................... 26 Turning circle ......................................... 26 Vehicle height ........................................ 26 Vehicle length ........................................ 26 Vehicle width ......................................... 26 Weights ................................................. 27

Wheelbase ............................................. 26 Vehicle dimensions ................................... 26

W Warm-up (on-board computer, Per formance menu) ........................................ 20 Warning/indicator lamp Suspension warning lamp (yel low) ........................................................ 31

Warranty ...................................................... 9 Wheels

Mounting ............................................... 24 Removing ............................................... 24

Workshop see Qualified specialist workshop

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