MERCEDES-BENZ EQS 2023 Owners Manual

\bThe display message does not appear every
time a sosware update is installed.
In rare cases, an error can occur during the instal-
lation. The multimedia system automatically
attempts to restore the previous version.
If it is not possible to restore the previous version, the display message shown above appears every
time the vehicle is started.
Failure of the driver\bs display
If the driver\bs display fails or there is a malfunc-
tion, you may not recognize limitations in the functions of systems relevant to safety or thespeed display, for example. The operating safety
of the vehicle may be impaired. Drive on carefully
and have the vehicle checked at a qualiNed spe-
cialist workshop immediately (  page 465).
Further information about sosware updates can
be found at https://me.secure.mercedes- benz.com
Failure of the central display
If the central display fails or the display message
shown above is shown continuously, several sys-
tems such as the reversing camera, Parking Assist
PARKTRONIC or climate control are no longer
available. Drive on carefully and consult a special-
ist workshop as soon as possible.
Front passenger display failure (only vehicles with
MBUX Hyperscreen)
If the front passenger display has failed or a dis- play message appears permanently, functions and
systems are no longer available via the front
passenger display. Visit a qualiNed specialist work-
shop.Setting up a Wi-Fi hotspot
Requirements
= The Wi-Fi function is activated on the multime-
dia system and the communication device to
be connected.
= The communication device to be connected
supports at least one of the types of connec-
tion described.
The connection types shown depend on the device to be connected. The function must be supported by the multimedia system and bythe device to be connected. The type of con-
nection established must be selected on the multimedia system and on the device to be
connected.
\bSome functions may Nrst need to be activated
on the communication device being connec- ted. More detailed information can be found
in the manufacturer\bs operating instructions.\bThe use of the vehicle data tariM by external
devices is not available in all countries.MBUX multimedia system329

Multimedia system:4 © 5
Settings 5
System
5 Internet and Bluetooth\bThe availability of the functions is dependent
on the country.Select Wi-Fi.
The controller is to the right: Wi-Fi is switched
on.
When the Wi-Fi function is switched on, you can
connect the multimedia system with external hot- spots or make it available as a hotspot for external
devices.
When the Wi-Fi function is switched oM, it is not
possible to establish a hotspot connection.
When the Wi-Fi function is switched oM, no con-
nection can be established with the MBUX rear
tablet.
\bDepending on the vehicle equipment, you can
purchase a data package directly from a mobile phone network provider via the
Mercedes me Store. To be able to use the
data package, you conclude a separate con-
tract with a mobile phone network providervia the Mercedes me Store, which can be ter-
minated at any time and for which there are
no costs. This contract is a prerequisite for
using the services from the previously pur-
chased package. The availability of this option is dependent on the country. If the data pack-
age option is not available or can be upgra-
ded, you can purchase data volume directly
from the mobile phone network provider for a
fee.\bThe use of the vehicle data tariM by external
devices is not available in all countries.
Using the multimedia system as a Wi-Fi hotspot
Select MBUX Hotspot .Select one of the following connection
options.
Connecting using a QR code
Requirement: an app for scanning the QR code is
installed on the device being connected.
Alternatively: the device being connected has an integrated QR code scanner (see manufacturer\bs
operating instructions).
Scan the QR code shown.
The Wi-Fi connection is established.
Connecting using NFC
Activate NFC on the device to be connected.When the NFC icon is displayed in the MBUX
Hotspot menu, hold the device to be connec-
ted to the NFC interface.Follow the instructions on the device.
The Wi-Fi connection is established.
Connecting using a security key
Select the vehicle from the device to be con- nected. The vehicle is displayed with the
MBUX XXXXX network name.Enter the security key which is shown in the
central display on the device to be connected.ConNrm the entry.
Generating a new security key
Select the Generate New Security Key option
in the MBUX Hotspot menu.ConNrm the prompt with Yes.
A new security key is generated.330MBUX multimedia system

A connection will be established with the newlycreated security key.\bWhen a new security key is generated, all
existing Wi-Fi connections are then discon-
nected. If the Wi-Fi connections are being re-
established, the new security key must be
entered.
Using a mobile communication device as a Wi-Fi hotspot (tethering)
\bThis function is country-dependent.Select the Manage Internet Access option in
the Internet and Bluetooth menu.\bThe Wi-Fi function on the mobile phone and
Internet access via Wi-Fi must be activated
(see the manufacturer\bs operating instruc-
tions).Select Search for Access .Select the network.Log in to the Wi-Fi network.
or
Select the mobile phone with the

=Vehicles with rear telephony: handset connec-
tion\bThe data used and saved in the multimedia
system by the driver assistance systems is
deleted.\bVehicles with rear telephony: the handset
must be in the cradle while the system is
reset.Select Reset.
A query appears asking if the system should
really be reset.Select Yes.
The multimedia system is reset to the factory settings. The multimedia system is restarted
aser the system reset.\bDue to data protection, as well as the function
of individual driving systems and driving safety
systems, it is a requirement to carry out a
complete system reset before selling the vehi-
cle or transferring it to a third party, or aser
use as a hire car.AMG TRACK PACE
Function of AMG TRACK PACE
\bThis function is an on-demand feature and
can be activated via Mercedes me aser you
purchase your vehicle. The Digital Operator\bs
Manual contains further information on
Mercedes me and on-demand features.
With AMG TRACK PACE, the driving characteris-
tics on race tracks can be analyzed and opti- mized. You can drive previously saved race tracks
(e.g. Hockenheimring), or record and save new tracks. The driven lap times are stored for every
track. These can be analyzed and compared with
other lap times to achieve the best possible race
results. Additionally, acceleration and braking pro-
cedures can be measured and stored.
Note: Use AMG TRACK PACE only on closed-oM
routes outside the public traPc area. Adapt your
driving style to your personal performance and
environmental conditions. As the driver, you are
solely responsible for driving your vehicle. Park your vehicle safely before operating the applica-
tion.
Setting Track Race
Multimedia system:
4 TRACK PACE 5
Track Race
Recording a new track

Select New Track .
Select

Searching by track nameSelect ª Search .Enter the track name.
Tracks with the searched name are displayed.
Measuring time on a saved track

Select All tracks .
Select the desired track.Select W.Select Start Time Recording if you are already
at the starting line.
or
Select Navigate to for navigation to the start-
ing line.
Timing begins automatically when the starting line
has been crossed.
\bWhen

Select 8 to return to the overview.Select Diagram .Set the desired parameters.
The analysis is displayed.1Lap overview2Parameter overview3Editing parameters4Deleting parameters5Adding new parameters\bThe following values can be set for the param-
eters, for example:
= speed
= Longitudinal/lateral acceleration
= Steering angle
= Engine speed
= Engine oil/tire temperature
Based on the analysis, you can check and opti-
mize the driving behavior for any position on the
track.
Exporting tracks (USB)
Select õ Tracks .
An overview of all stored tracks appears.Select the desired track.Select options W for the desired track.Select Export Track to

Set a target speed.
Measurement stops as soon as the speciNed
target speed has been reached.Start oM and begin the measurement.
Measurement begins when the vehicle accel-
erates.
Measurement can be stopped early by interrupt-
ing the acceleration procedure.
Quarter mile race
Select = Drag race options .Select Quarter Mile .Set a target distance.
Measurement stops as soon as the speciNed
target distance has been reached.Start oM and begin the measurement.
Measurement begins when the vehicle accel-
erates. Timing runs until the target distance or
a maximum of one mile has been traveled.
Measurement can be stopped early by interrupt-
ing the acceleration procedure.
Measuring braking= Drag Race optionsSelect Braking .Set a starting speed or select Automatic.Start oM and begin the measurement.Brake to a stop.
Measurement is incremental, in steps of
6 mph (10 km/h) to a stop. If the braking pro-
cedure is started e.g. at a speed of 98 mph
(157 km/h), measurement starts as soon as 93 mph (150 km/h ) has been reached
Storing and calling up measured values
If measurement is completed or canceled, a
prompt appears asking whether the measurement
should be saved.
ConNrm the prompt with OK to save.
Calling up saved measurements


ConNguring AMG TRACK PACE
Requirements
To connect a mobile device to the TRACK PACE app:
= The TRACK PACE app is installed on the
mobile end device.
= The mobile end device is connected to the
multimedia system via Wi-Fi.
Multimedia system: 4 TRACK PACE 5
=
Connect mobile device via the TRACK PACE app
The TRACK PACE app makes it possible to record videos and to synchronize them with stored
tracks.
Select TRACK PACE App .Select Authorize a New Device .Start the TRACK PACE app on the device to be
connected.Select Next and conNrm the authorization
prompt.
A four-digit code is shown on the central dis-
play.Enter the code on the smartphone.
The device is authorized.
De-authorizing the mobile device
Select TRACK PACE App .Select a device.ConNrm the message prompt with Yes.
The device is de-authorized.
Setting the TRACK PACE display on the head-up
display and driver\bs display
Select IC and HUD Contents .Activate or deactivate the desired contents.
The contents on the head-up display and the driver\bs display are adapted.\bFor further information on the Head-up Dis-play (  page 298).\bFurther information about the driver\bs display
(  page 296).Setting acoustic feedbackSelect Acoustic Feedback .
A scale with values from 0 to 10 is shown.Select a setting.
Displaying statistics
Select TRACK PACE Statistics .
Statistics on the current user proNle are dis-
played.
The following data are displayed:
= Driving time
= Track driven
= Recorded tracks
= Recorded Track Races
= Laps recorded
= Recorded Drag Races
= Maximum design speed
Activating the ambient light
If this function is active, the vehicle interior is lit in
red or green depending on delta time.
Select Ambient Light .336MBUX multimedia system

Activate or deactivate the function.
Adjusting the dashcam
If the vehicle is equipped with a dashcam, it can be used in AMG TRACK PACE.
Select Dashcam .Select Track Race or Drag Race and activate
Activate Recording .You can set which overlay is to be used in the
recorded video under Video Overlay Content .
Drive system settings
Calling up the energy Oow display
Multimedia system:
4 © 5
Info
Select Energy Flow .
The energy Oow in the vehicle will be dis-
played.Navigation and traPc
Notes on navigation
Route guidance with augmented reality
&WARNING Risk of accident and injury as a
result of distraction, incorrect depiction or
wrong interpretation of the display
The camera image of the augmented reality
display is not suitable as a guide for driving.
Always keep an eye on the actual traPc
situation.Avoid extended observation of the cam-
era image.&WARNING Risk of accident and injury due
to imprecise positioning of additional
information
The additional information from the augmen-
ted reality display may be inaccurate and is not a substitute for observing and assessing
the actual driving situation.
Always keep an eye on the actual traPc
situation when carrying out all driving
maneuvers.
Switching navigation on
Multimedia system:
4 ©
Alternatively, press the © button on the
steering wheel on the right (  page 313).
The Zero Layer with the digital map is dis- played.MBUX multimedia system337

Navigation overview
Digital map and user-speciNc applications
1Navigation module (reduced view) or EQ mod-
ule (reduced view)Route guidance active:Reduced view of the navigation module shows
information relevant to the route, e.g. the next
charging stop, the destination and a delay{ Ends the current route guidanceTapping opens the navigation module in the
expanded view with the RouteRoute guidance not active:EQ module is shown in the reduced viewTapping opens the EQ module in the expan-
ded view with the charging functions2Destination entry3Calls up the Control Center in the status line4Current vehicle position (vehicle symbol or
arrow)5Display area with entertainment sources,
phone, active applications and suggestions6Searches for POIs, e.g. charging stations \ and parking facilities ], as well as set-
ting map orientation and map type7Navigation window shows the next driving
maneuver (zoomed out view) or the route
monitor (zoomed in view)For example, with active route guidance, route
sections of the route list, representations of
upcoming driving maneuvers, lane recommen-
dations Switches oM navigation announcements