seats MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT ROADSTER 2016 Owners Manual

Index
....................................................... 4Digital Owner's Manual
......................21
Introduction .......................................... .21
Operation ............................................... 21 Introduction
......................................... 22
Environmental protection ......................22
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts .............. .22
Owner's Manual .....................................23
Operating safety .................................... 23
QR code for rescue card ........................ 26
Data stored in the vehicle ......................26
Copyright information ............................ 26 At a glance
........................................... 27
Cockpit .................................................. 27
Instrument cluster ................................ .29
Multifunction steering wheel ................. 30
Centre console ...................................... 31
Overhead control panel .........................32
Door control panel ................................. 33 Safety
................................................... 34
Panic alarm ............................................ 34
Occupant safety .................................... 34
Children in the vehicle ........................... 49
Pets in the vehicle ................................. 53
Driving safety systems ........................... 53
Protection against theft ........................ .60Opening and closing
...........................63
Key ........................................................ 63
Doors ..................................................... 69
Luggage compartment ........................... 71
Side windows ......................................... 74
Panorama roof ....................................... 77 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
....78
Correct driver's seat position ................78
Seats ..................................................... 78
Steering wheel ....................................... 82
Mirrors ................................................... 84
Memory function ................................... 86 Lights and windscreen wipers
...........88
Exterior lighting ..................................... 88
Interior lighting ...................................... 91
Replacing bulbs ..................................... 92
Windscreen wipers ................................ 92 Climate control
.................................... 95
Overview of climate control systems ..... 95
Operating the climate control system .... 96
Air vents .............................................. 100 Driving and parking
..........................101
Running-in notes .................................. 101
Driving ................................................. 101
DYNAMIC SELECT controller ............... 108
AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sport
transmission ........................................ 109
Refuelling ............................................. 117
Parking ................................................ 119
Driving tips .......................................... 123
Driving systems ................................... 126 On-board computer and displays
....155
Important safety notes ........................ 155
Displays and operation ........................ 155
Menus and submenus ......................... 157
Display messages ................................ 170
Warning and indicator lamps in the
instrument cluster ............................... 195 Multimedia system
...........................205
General notes ...................................... 205
Important safety notes ........................ 205
Function restrictions ............................ 205
Operating system ................................ 205 Stowing and features
.......................217
Stowage areas ..................................... 217
Features .............................................. 220 Maintenance and care
......................232
Engine compartment ........................... 232
ASSYST PLUS ...................................... 236
Care ..................................................... 238 2
Contents

From inside (central locking but-
ton) .................................................. 70
see KEYLESS-GO
Locking centrally
see Central locking
Luggage compartment
Unlocking with KEYLESS-G O............ 72
Luggage compartment cover
Important safety notes .................. 218 M
M button ............................................. 113
M+S tyres ........................................... 263
Main-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 182
Switching on/of f.............................. 89
Manual mode ..................................... 115
Matt finish (cleaning instructions) .. 240
MB Contact
Display message ............................ 177
Media Interface
see Digital Owner's Manual
Memory card (audio) ......................... 161
Memory function
Seats, steering wheel, exterior
mirrors ............................................. 86
Mercedes-Benz emergency call
system
Switch in the overhead control
panel .............................................. 223
Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 130
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre
see Qualified specialist workshop
Message memory (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 171
Messages
see Display messages
see Warning and indicator lamps
Mirror turn signal
Cleaning ......................................... 241
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror Mobile phone
Connecting (Bluetooth ®
inter-
face) .............................................. 211
Connecting another mobile
phone ............................................ 212
Connecting the telephone module
with Bluetooth ®
(SAP profile) ......... 214
Frequencies ................................... 275
Installation ..................................... 275
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 162
Notes/placing in the bracket ......... 223
Transmission output (maximum) .... 275
Modifying the programming (key) ..... 65
MP3
Operating ....................................... 161
See also Digital Owner's Manua l... 205
Multifunction display
Function/note s............................. 157
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board compute r..1 56
Overview .......................................... 30
Multimedia system
Switching on and off ..................... .206
Music files
See also Digital Owner's Manual ... 205 N
Navigation Menu (on-board computer) ............ 159
See also Digital Owner's Manual ... 205
Notes on running in a new vehicle .. 101 O
Occupant safety Airbags ............................................ 38
Automatic front-passenger front
airbag deactivatio n .......................... 41
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 48
Children in the vehicle ..................... 49
Important safety notes .................... 34
PASSENGER AIRBAG indicator
lamp ................................................. 35
Pets in the vehicle ........................... 53
PRE-SAFE ®
(anticipatory occu-
pant protection) ............................... 48 Index
13

Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
instructions)
...................................... 243
Route guidance
See also Digital Owner's Manua l... 205 S
Safety Children in the vehicle ..................... 49
see Occupant safety
see Operating safety
Safety net ........................................... 219
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
SD card
Inserting/removing ........................ 215
SD memory card
See also Digital Owner's Manua l... 205
Selecting ........................................ 161
Seat
Adjusting (Performance Seat) .......... 80
Seat belt
Correct usage .................................. 37
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt ......................... 38
Cleaning ......................................... 243
Fastening ......................................... 38
Important safety guidelines ............. 36
Introduction ..................................... 36
Releasing ......................................... 38
Warning lamp ................................. 195
Warning lamp (function) ................... 38
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 80
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 79
Adjusting lumbar support ................ 80
Adjusting the head restraint ............ 80
Cleaning the cover ......................... 243
Correct driver's seat position ........... 78
Important safety notes .................... 78
Seat heating problem ...................... 82
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ................................................. 87
Switching seat heating on/of f......... 81
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 243
Positions ........................................ 109 Sensors (cleaning instructions)
....... 241
Service
see ASSYST PLUS
Service Centre
see Qualified specialist workshop
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 164
Service message
see ASSYST PLUS
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 279
Coolant (engine) ............................ 280
Engine oil ....................................... 279
Fuel ................................................ 277
Important safety notes .................. 277
Washer fluid ................................... 280
Setting the date/time format
See also Digital Owner's Manua l... 205
Setting the language
See also Digital Owner's Manua l... 205
Setting the time
See also Digital Owner's Manua l... 205
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 166
On-board compute r....................... 164
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 168
Side lamps
Switching on/of f.............................. 89
Side windows
Convenience closing ........................ 75
Convenience opening ...................... 75
Important safety notes .................... 74
Opening/closing .............................. 74
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 76
Resetting ......................................... 75
Reversing feature ............................. 74
Sidebag ................................................ 40
SIM card
Inserting ........................................ 213
SMS
See also Digital Owner's Manua l... 205
Snow chains ...................................... 263
Socket
Luggage compartment ................... 222
Sockets
Centre console .............................. 222
General notes ................................ 222 16
Index

Environmental protection
General notes
H
Environmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of compre-
hensive environmental protection.
Our objectives are to use the natural resour-
ces which form the basis of our existence on
this planet sparingly and in a manner which
takes the requirements of both nature and
humanity into consideration.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an environmen-
tally-responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tyre wear depend on
the following factors:
R operating conditions of your vehicle
R your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. Therefore,
please bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
R avoid short trips, as these increase fuel
consumption.
R observe the correct tyre pressure.
R do not carry any unnecessary weight in the
vehicle.
R remove the roof rack once you no longer
need it.
R a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
R all maintenance work should be carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
R do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
R do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
R drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
R avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking. R
change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ôof its maximum engine speed.
R switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
R monitor the vehicle's fuel consumption. Returning an end-of-life vehicle
EU countries only:
Mercedes-Benz will take back your end-of-life
vehicle for environmentally friendly disposal in
accordance with the European Union (EU) End-
Of-Life Vehicles Directive.
A network of vehicle take-back points and dis-
mantlers has been established for you to return
your vehicle. You can leave it at any of these
points free of charge. This makes an important
contribution to closing the recycling circle and
conserving resources.
For further information about the recycling and
disposal of end-of-life vehicles, and the take-
back conditions, please visit the national
Mercedes-Benz website for your country. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
H
Environmental note
Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. For these, the same war-
ranty applies as for new parts.
! Airbags and seat belt tensioners, as well as
control units and sensors for these restraint
systems, may be installed in the following
areas of your vehicle:
R doors
R door pillars
R door sills
R seats
R dashboard
R instrument cluster
R centre console
Do not install accessories such as audio sys-
tems in these areas. Do not carry out repairs
or welding. You could impair the operating
efficiency of the restraint systems. 22
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Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If you deviate from the correct seat position,
the airbag cannot perform its intended pro-
tective function and can even cause addi-
tional injuries when deployed. There is an
increased risk of serious or even fatal injuries.
In order to avoid such risks, always ensure
that all vehicle occupants:
R fasten their seatbelts correctly, including
pregnant women
R are seated correctly and maintain the fur-
thest possible distance from the airbags
R observe the following notes
Always ensure that there are no objects loca-
ted between the airbag and the vehicle occu-
pant.
R Adjust the seats properly before beginning
your journey. Always make sure that the seat is in an almost upright position. The centre of
the head restraint must support the head at
about eye level.
The setting options are different depending
on the seat model.
R Move the driver's and front-passenger seats
as far back as possible. The driver's seat posi-
tion must allow the vehicle to be driven safely.
R Hold the steering wheel only by the rim. This
allows the airbag to be fully deployed.
R Always lean against the backrest while driv-
ing. Do not lean forwards or lean against the
door or side window. You may otherwise be in the deployment area of the airbags.
R Always keep your feet in the footwell in front
of the seat. Do not put your feet on the dash- board, for example. Your feet may otherwise
be in the deployment area of the airbag.
R Always secure persons less than 1.50 mtall in
suitable restraint systems. Up to this height,
the seat belt cannot be worn correctly.
If a child is travelling in your vehicle, also
observe the following notes:
R Always secure children under twelve years of
age and less than 1.50 mtall in suitable child
restraint systems.
R Secure a child to the front-passenger seat
only when the front-passenger front airbag is disabled, and then only in a rearward-facing
child restraint system. If the PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp is permanently lit, the
front-passenger front airbag is disabled
(Y page 35).
R Be sure to observe the instructions and safety
notes on the "Automatic front-passenger
front airbag deactivation system"
(Y page 41) and on "Children in the vehicle"
(Y page 49) in addition to the manufactur-
er's operating and installation instructions for the child restraint system.
Objects in the vehicle interior may prevent
the airbag from functioning correctly. Before
starting your journey and to avoid risks resulting from the speed of the airbag as it deploys, make
sure that:
R there are no people, animals or objects
between the vehicle occupants and an airbag
R there are no objects between the seat, door
and B-pillar
R no accessories, such as cup holders, are
attached to the vehicle within the deployment
area of an airbag, e.g. to doors or side win-
dows
R no heavy, sharp-edged or fragile objects are in
the pockets of your clothing. Store such
objects in a suitable place. G
WARNING
If you modify an airbag cover or affix objects
such as stickers to it, the airbag can no longer function correctly. There is an increased risk
of injury.
Never modify an airbag cover or affix objects
to it. G
WARNING
Sensors to control the airbags are located in
the doors. Modifications or work not per-
formed correctly to the doors or door panel-
ling, as well as damaged doors, can lead to the function of the sensors being impaired. The
airbags might therefore not function properly any more. Consequently, the airbags cannot
protect vehicle occupants as they are
designed to do. This poses an increased risk
of injury.
Never modify the doors or parts of the doors.
Always have work on the doors or door pan- Occupant safety
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Z

elling carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop.
front airbags !
Do not place heavy objects on the front-
passenger seat. This could cause the system
to identify the seat as being occupied. In the
event of an accident, the restraint systems on the front-passenger side may be triggered
and have to be replaced. Driver's airbag
:deploys in front of the steer-
ing wheel. Front-passenger front airbag ;
deploys in front of and above the glove com-
partment.
When deployed, the front airbags offer addi-
tional head and thorax protection for the occu-
pants in the driver's and front-passenger seats.
The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
informs you about the status of the front-
passenger front airbag (Y page 35).
The front-passenger front airbag will deploy only if:
R the automatic front-passenger front airbag
deactivation system has detected that the
front-passenger seat is occupied
(Y page 41). The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp is not lit. (Y page 42)
R the restraint system control unit predicts a
high accident severity. Kneebags Driver's kneebag
:deploys underneath the
steering column and front-passenger knee-
bag ;underneath the glove compartment. The
driver's and front-passenger kneebags are trig-
gered together with the front airbags.
The driver's and front-passenger kneebags offer additional thigh, knee and lower leg protection.
Sidebags G
WARNING
Unsuitable seat covers may obstruct or even
prevent deployment of the airbags integrated into the seats. The airbags may then fail to
protect the vehicle occupants as intended.
Operation of the automatic co-driver's front
airbag deactivation system may also be
impaired. There is an increased risk of injury,
possibly even fatal.
Use only seat covers which have been specif- ically approved for the respective seat by
Mercedes-Benz. Sidebags
:deploy next to the outer bolster of
the seat backrest. 40
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When deployed, the sidebag offers additional
thorax protection. However, it does not protect
the:
R head
R neck
R arms
AMG Performance seat: increased pelvis pro-
tection is also offered for occupants in the front seats.
In the event of a side impact, the sidebag is
deployed on the side on which the impact
occurs.
The sidebag on the front-passenger side deploys
under the following conditions:
R the automatic front-passenger front airbag
deactivation system has detected that the
front-passenger seat is occupied, or
R the seat belt buckle tongue is engaged in the
belt buckle of the front-passenger seat
If the belt tongue is engaged in the belt buckle,
the sidebag on the front-passenger side deploys if an appropriate accident situation occurs. In
this case, deployment is independent of
whether the front-passenger seat is occupied or
not.
Windowbags Windowbags
:are integrated in the side of the
roof frame above the doors.
When deployed, the windowbag enhances the
level of protection for the head. However, it does
not protect the chest or arms.
In the event of a side impact, the windowbag is
deployed on the side on which an impact occurs.
If the system determines that it can offer addi-
tional protection to that provided by the seat
belt, a windowbag may be deployed in other
accident situations (Y page 46). Automatic front-passenger front air-
bag deactivation
Introduction In order to recognise a child restraint system on
the front-passenger seat, the automatic front-
passenger front airbag deactivation system cat- egorises the person in the front-passenger seat.Depending on that result, the front-passenger
front airbag and front-passenger kneebag are
either enabled or disabled. If a rearward-facing
child restraint system is fitted to the front-
passenger seat, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp must light up after the system
self-test and remain lit. The front-passenger
front airbag and front-passenger kneebag are
disabled.
The system does not disable:
R the sidebag
R the windowbag
R the seat belt tensioner
If you install a child restraint system on the
front-passenger seat, be sure to observe the
correct positioning of the child restraint system. Never place objects under or behind the child
restraint system, e.g. cushions. The entire baseof the child restraint system must always rest on
the seat cushion of the front-passenger seat.
The backrest of a forward-facing child restraint
system must, as far as possible, rest flat against the backrest of the front-passenger seat. The
child restraint system must not touch the roof or
be put under strain by the head restraint. Adjust the angle of the seat backrest and the head
restraint position accordingly. Only then is the
correct function of the automatic front-
passenger front airbag deactivation system
guaranteed. Always observe the information onsuitable positioning of the child restraint system
(Y page 51) in addition to the child restraint
system manufacturer's installation instructions. Occupant safety
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R
Seat belt tensioners, if the system determines
that deployment can offer additional protec-
tion for the vehicle occupants in this situation
R Windowbags on the driver's and front-
passenger side in certain situations if the
vehicle overturns and if the system deter-
mines that deployment can offer additional
protection to that provided by the seat belt
i Not all airbags are deployed in an accident.
The different airbag systems work independ-
ently of each other.
How the airbag system works is determined
by the severity of the accident detected,
especially the vehicle deceleration or accel-
eration, and the apparent type of accident:
R frontal collision
R side impact
R overturn PRE-SAFE
®
(anticipatory occupant
protection)
Introduction In certain hazardous situations, PRE-SAFE
®
takes pre-emptive measures to protect the vehi-
cle occupants.
Important safety notes !
Make sure that there are no objects in the
footwell or behind the seats. There is a risk
that the seats and/or the objects could be
damaged when PRE-SAFE ®
is activated.
Although your vehicle is equipped with a PRE-
SAFE ®
system, the possibility of injury in the
event of an accident cannot be ruled out. Always
adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing
road and weather conditions and maintain a
safe distance from the vehicle in front. Drive
carefully. Function PRE-SAFE
®
intervenes:
R in emergency braking situations, e.g. when
BAS is activated
R in critical driving situations, e.g. when physi-
cal limits are exceeded and the vehicle under- steers or oversteers severely
R on vehicles with DISTRONIC PLUS: if Adaptive
Brake Assist intervenes powerfully
PRE-SAFE ®
takes the following measures
depending on the hazardous situation detected:
R the front seat belts are pre-tensioned
R if the vehicle skids, the side windows are
closed
R vehicles with the memory function for the
front-passenger seat: the front-passenger
seat is adjusted if it is in an unfavourable
position
If the hazardous situation passes without result- ing in an accident, PRE-SAFE ®
slackens the belt
pre-tensioning. All settings made by PRE-SAFE ®
can then be reversed.
If the seat belt pre-tensioning is not reduced:
X Move the seat backrest or seat back slightly
when the vehicle is stationary.
Seat belt pre-tensioning is reduced and the
locking mechanism is released.
The seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of
the PRE-SAFE ®
convenience function. Informa-
tion about the convenience function can be
found under "Belt adjustment" (Y page 38). Automatic measures after an acci-
dent
Immediately after an accident, the following
measures may be implemented, depending on
the type and severity of the impact: R the hazard warning lamps are activated
R the emergency lighting is activated
R the vehicle doors are unlocked
R the front side windows are lowered
R vehicles with a memory function: the electri-
cally adjustable steering wheel is raised when
the driver's door is opened 48
Occupant safetySafety

"Universal" category child restraint systems can
be used on seats indicated with U or UF in
accordance with the "Suitability of the front-
passenger seat for attaching belt-secured child
restraint systems" table.
Semi-universal child restraint systems are indi-
cated by the text "semi-universal" on the
approval label. These can be used if the vehicle and the seat are listed in the child restraint sys-
tem manufacturer's vehicle model list. For more
information, contact the child restraint system
manufacturer or visit their website.
If you install a child restraint system on the
front-passenger seat:
X Always pay attention to the instructions under
"Child restraint system on the front-
passenger seat" (Y page 50).
There you will find instructions on how to cor-
rectly route the shoulder belt strap from the front-passenger seat belt guide to the shoul-
der belt guide on the child restraint system
(Y page 51).
X Move the front-passenger seat as far back as
possible and into the highest position.
X Move the backrest to an almost vertical posi-
tion.
The entire base of the child restraint system
must always rest on the seat cushion of the
front-passenger seat. The backrest of a
forward-facing child restraint system must, asfar as possible, rest flat against the backrest
of the front-passenger seat. The child
restraint system must not touch the roof.
Adjust the backrest angle accordingly. Also
observe the child restraint system manufac-
turer's installation instructions.
Suitability of the front-passenger seat for attaching belt-secured child restraint
systems Legend for the table:
XS
eat that is unsuitable for children in this weight category.
US uitable for child restraint systems in the "Universal" category that are approved for use in this
weight category.
LS uitable for child restraint systems as recommended, see "Recommended child restraint sys-
tems" (Y page 52). Suitable for semi-universal child restraint systems if the vehicle and the
seat are listed in the child restraint system manufacturer's vehicle model list. Weight categories Front-passenger front air-
bag enabled Front-passenger front air-
bag disabled
1 Category 0:
up to 10 kg X X
Category 0+:
up to 13 kg X X
Category I:9 to 18 kg U U
Group II/III:
15 to 36 kg U U
Recommended child restraint sys-
tems
General notes Always observe the information in "Child
restraint systems on the front-passenger seat" (Y
page 50) and in "Suitable positioning of the
child restraint system" (Y page 51).
You can obtain further information about the
correct child restraint system from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
1 The vehicle is equipped with an automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation system. The PASSENGER
AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp must be lit. 52
Children in the vehicleSafety

Correct driver's seat position
G
WARNING
You could lose control of the vehicle while
driving if you:
R adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or
mirrors
R fasten the seat belt
There is a risk of an accident.
Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer-
ing wheel and mirrors and fasten your seat
belt before starting the engine. Observe the following when adjusting steering
wheel
:, seat belt ;and driver's seat =:
R you are as far away from the driver's airbag as
possible
R you are sitting in a normal upright position
R your thighs are slightly supported by the seat
cushion
R your legs are not entirely stretched and you
can depress the pedals properly
R the back of your head is supported at eye level
by the centre of the head restraint
R you can hold the steering wheel with your
arms slightly bent
R you can move your legs freely R
you can see all the displays in the instrument
cluster clearly
R you should have a good overview of traffic
conditions
R the seat belt is pulled snugly against the body
and must be routed across the centre of your
shoulder and across your hips in the pelvic
area
Further related subjects:
R Manual seat adjustment (Y page 79)
R Electrical seat adjustment (Y page 80)
R Adjusting the steering wheel mechanically
(Y page 82) or electrically (Y page 83).
R Adjusting the steering wheel (Y page 83).
R Fastening the seat belt correctly (Y page 38).
R Adjusting the rear-view mirror and exterior
mirrors (Y page 84).
R Store the seat, steering wheel and exterior
mirror settings using the memory function
(Y page 87). Seats
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If children adjust the seats, they could
become trapped, especially if they are unat-
tended. There is a risk of injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave
children unattended in the vehicle.
The seats can still be adjusted when there is no
key in the ignition lock. G
WARNING
When adjusting a seat, you or another vehicle occupant could become trapped by the guiderail of the seat, for instance. There is a risk of
injury.
Make sure that no one has any part of their
body within the sweep of the seat when
adjusting it.
Observe the safety notes on "Airbags"
(Y page 39) and "Children in the Vehicle"
(Y page 49). 78
SeatsSeats, steering wheel and
mirrors