MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT S 2016 C190 Owner's Manual

XSlowly slide oil dipstick:into the guide tube
to the stop, and take it out again.
If the level is between MIN mark =and MAX
mark ;, the oil level is correct.
XIf the oil level has dropped to MIN mark =or
below, add 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter) engine oil.
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Checking the oil level using the on-board computer
XSelect key position2with the Start/Stop button.
XUse ò on the steering wheel to call up the list of menus.
XPress the :or9 button on the steering wheel to select the Servicemenu.
XConfirm by pressingaon the steering wheel.
XUse: or9 to select the Engine Oil Levelsubmenu.
XPressato confirm the selection.
The Measuring Engine Oil Level Accurate Only When Vehicle Is Levelmessage
appears in the multifunction display.
The measurement takes a few seconds. You will see one of the following messages in the multi-
function display:
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences and MSolutions
Engine Oil Level OKThe oil level is correct.
Check Engine OilLevel (Add 1 Liter)
The oil level is too low.
XAdd 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter) of engine oil.
Reduce Engine OilLevel
The engine oil level is too high.
XHave excess engine oil siphoned off.
For Engine OilLevelIgnitionMustBe On
The ignition is switched off.
XSelect key position2with the Start/Stop button.
Need More Time toCheck Engine OilLevel
The required waiting period was not observed.
XThe engine must be at regular operating temperature.
It is only possible to make a correct measurement within the first 4
minutes after the engine has been switched off.
Engine Oil LevelNotMeasurablewithEngine Running
The engine is running; oil level measurement is not possible.
XSwitch off the engine.
XRepeat the measurement. Observe the required waiting period.
Engine Oil LevelCorrectMeasurementOnly if Vehicle Ison Level Ground
The vehicle is not parked on a level surface.
XPark the vehicle on a level surface.
Engine oil levelcannot be measured.
The oil level measurement with the oil dipstick is possible. The meas-
uring system is malfunctioning.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
Adding engine oil
GWARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and touch only the components described in the
following.
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GWARNING
If engine oil comes into contact with hot com- ponents in the engine compartment, it may
ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
Make sure that engine oil is not spilled next to
the filler neck. Let the engine cool down and
thoroughly clean the engine oil off the com-
ponents before starting the engine.
HEnvironmental note
When adding oil, take care not to spill any. If
oil enters the soil or waterways, it is harmful to
the environment.
!Only use engine oils and oil filters that have
been approved for vehicles with a service sys-
tem. You can obtain a list of the engine oils
and oil filters tested and approved in accord- ance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications
for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz
Service center.
Damage to the engine or exhaust system is
caused by the following:
Rusing engine oils and oil filters that have notbeen specifically approved for the service
system
Rreplacing engine oil and oil filters after the
interval for replacement specified by the
service system has been exceeded
Rusing engine oil additives.
!Do not add too much oil. If the oil level is
above the "max" mark on the dipstick, too
much oil has been added. This can lead to
damage to the engine or the catalytic con-
verter. Have excess oil siphoned off.
Example: engine oil cap
XTurn cap :counter-clockwise and remove it.
XAdd engine oil.
If the oil level is at or below the MIN mark on
the oil dipstick, add 1.1 US qt (1.0 l) of engine
oil.
XReplace cap :on the filler neck and turn
clockwise.
Ensure that the cap locks into place securely.
XCheck the oil level again with the oil dipstick
(Ypage 228).
Further information on engine oil (
Ypage 283).
Additional service products
Checking coolant level
GWARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and touch only the components described in the
following.
GWARNING
The cooling system is pressurized, particularly
when the motor is warm. If you open the cap,
you could be scalded if hot coolant sprays out.
There is a risk of injury.
Let the engine cool down before you open the
cap. Wear gloves and eye protection. Slowly
open the cap to relieve pressure.
!Before starting your journey, make sure that
all engine covers are installed. Otherwise, the
engine can be damaged, e.g. through over-
heating.
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Example
XPark the vehicle on a level surface.
Only check the coolant level when the vehicle
is on a level surface and the engine has cooled
down.
XSet the Start/Stop button to key position2.
XCheck the coolant temperature display in the
instrument cluster.
The coolant temperature must be below
158 ‡ (70 †).
XSelect key position 0with the Start/Stop but-
ton.
XRemove the engine cover.
XSlowly turn cap :half a turn counter-clock-
wise to allow excess pressure to escape.
XTurn cap :further counter-clockwise and
remove it.
If the coolant is at the level of the marker bar
in the filler neck when cold, there is enough
coolant in coolant expansion tank ;.
If the coolant level is approximately 0.6 in
(1.5 cm) above the marker bar in the filler
neck when warm, there is enough coolant in
expansion tank ;.
XIf necessary, add coolant that has been tested
and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
XReplace cap:and turn it clockwise as far as
it will go.
XReplace the engine cover
For further information on coolant, see
(
Ypage 284).
Windshield washer system
GWARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down and touch only the components described in the
following.
GWARNING
Windshield washer concentrate could ignite if it comes into contact with hot engine compo-
nents or the exhaust system. There is a risk of
fire and injury.
Make sure that no windshield washer con-
centrate is spilled next to the filler neck.
Example
XTo open: pull cap:upwards by the tab.
XAdd the premixed washer fluid.
XTo close: press cap :onto the filler neck
until it engages.
If the washer fluid level drops below the recom-
mended minimum of 1 liter, a message appears
in the multifunction display prompting you to
add washer fluid (
Ypage 188).
Further information on windshield washer fluid/
antifreeze (
Ypage 285).
ASSYST PLUS
Service message
The ASSYST PLUS service interval display
informs you of the next service due date.
Information on the type of service and service
intervals (see the separate Maintenance Book-
let).
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You can obtain further information from an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at
http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
iThe ASSYST PLUS service interval display
does not show any information on the engine
oil level. Observe the notes on the engine oil
level (
Ypage 228).
The multifunction display shows a service mes-
sage for several seconds, e.g.:
RService A in XX Days
RService A Due
RService A Overdue by XX Days
Depending on the operating conditions of the
vehicle, the remaining time or distance until the
next service due date is displayed.
The letter A
orB, possibly in connection with a
number or another letter, indicates the type of
service. A
stands for a minor service and Bfor a
major service.
You can obtain further information from an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The ASSYST PLUS service interval display does
not take into account any periods of time during
which the battery is disconnected.
Maintaining the time-dependent service sched-
ule:
XNote down the service due date displayed in
the multifunction display before disconnect-
ing the battery.
or
XAfter reconnecting the battery, subtract the
battery disconnection periods from the ser-
vice date shown on the display.
Hiding a service message
XPress the aor% button on the steering
wheel.
Displaying service messages
XSwitch on the ignition.
XUse ò on the steering wheel to call up the
list of menus.
XPress 9or: on the steering wheel to
select the Servicemenu and confirm with
a.
XPress 9or: on the steering wheel to
select the ASSYST PLUSsubmenu and con-
firm with a.
The service due date appears in the multi-
function display.
Information about Service
Resetting the ASSYST PLUS service
interval display
!If the ASSYST PLUS service interval display
has been inadvertently reset, this setting can
be corrected at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
Have service work carried out as described in
the Maintenance Booklet. This may otherwise
lead to increased wear and damage to the
major assemblies or the vehicle.
A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an author-
ized Mercedes-Benz Center, will reset the
ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the
service work has been carried out. You can also
obtain further information on maintenance
work, for example.
Special service requirements
The specified maintenance interval takes only
the normal operation of the vehicle into
account. Under arduous operating conditions or
increased load on the vehicle, maintenance
work must be carried out more frequently, for
example:
Rregular city driving with frequent intermediate
stops
Rif the vehicle is primarily used to travel short
distances
Ruse in mountainous terrain or on poor road
surfaces
Rif the engine is often left idling for long periods
Under these or similar conditions, have, for
example, the air filter, engine oil and oil filter
replaced or changed more frequently. Under
arduous operating conditions, the tires must be
checked more often. Further information can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g.
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
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Drivingabroad
An extensive Mercedes-Ben zServic enetwor kis
also available in other countries. You can obtain
further information from any authorized
Mercedes-Ben zCenter.
Car e
General notes
HEnvironmental not e
Dispose of empty packagin gand cleanin g
cloths in an environmentally responsible man -
ner.
!Fo rcleanin gyour vehicle, do no tuse any of
th efollowing:
Rdry, rough or har dcloths
Rabrasiv ecleanin gagents
Rsolvents
Rcleanin gagents containin gsolvents
Do no tscrub .
Do no ttouch th esurfaces or protective films
wit hhar dobjects ,e.g. arin gor ic escraper.
You could otherwise scratch or damage th e
surfaces and protective film.
!Do no tpar kth evehicle fo ran extended
period straight after cleanin git,particularly
after havin gcleaned th ewheels wit hwhee l
cleaner. Wheel cleaners could cause
increase dcorrosion of th ebrake discs and
brake pads/linings. Fo rthis reason ,you
should drive fo r afew minutes after cleaning.
Brakin gheat sth ebrake discs and th ebrake
pads/linings, thus drying them. The vehicle
can then be parked.
Regular car eof your vehicle is acondition fo r
retainin gth equalit yin th elon gterm .
Use car eproducts and cleanin gagents recom -
mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Washing th evehicle an dcleaning th e
paintwor k
Automatic car was h
GWARNING
Brakin gefficiency is reduce dafter washin g
th evehicle. There is aris kof an accident.
Afte rth evehicle has bee nwashed, brake
carefully whil epayin gattention to th etraffic
condition suntil full braking powe ris restored .
!Never clean your vehicle in aTouchless
Automatic Car Wash as these use special
cleanin gagents .These cleanin gagents can
damage th epaintwor kor plasti cparts .
If you hav eyour vehicle cleaned in ahigh-
pressure automatic car wash ,small amount s
of water may ente rth evehicle.
!If th eSmartKey is within th erea rdetection
range of KEYLESS-GO ,th efollowin gsitua-
tions, fo rexample, could lead to th euninten -
tional opening of th etailgate:
Rusin g acar wash
Rusin g apowe rwasher
Mak esur ethat th eSmartKey is at leas t10 ft
(3 m) awa yfrom the vehicle.
!Make sure that:
Rthe side windows are fully closed.
Rthe blower for the ventilation/heating is
switched off.
Rthe windshield wiper switch is at position 0.
Rthe rear view camera is switched off.
The vehicle may otherwise be damaged.
!When washing your vehicle in a tow-through
car wash, use the SmartKey instead of the
Start/Stop button.
Start the engine using the SmartKey.. Move
the transmission to Nwith the E-SELECT
lever. Use the SmartKey to switch the engine off again and then turn the SmartKey to posi-
tion 2. Make sure that you then leave the
SmartKey in position 2. You may otherwise
damage the vehicle, the transmission or the
car wash.
Check the transmission position in the instru-
ment cluster.
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!Use the E‑SELECT lever to shift the trans-
mission to Nbefore switching the engine off.
If you open the driver's or front-passenger
door, the transmission remains in this posi-
tion for up to 30 minutes if the SmartKey is in
the ignition, even if the engine is switched off.
If you do not shift the transmission to Nusing
the E‑SELECT lever beforehand, it shifts auto-
matically to parking position Pand locks the
wheels if the driver's or front-passenger door is opened and the engine is switched off. This
may damage the vehicle, the transmission or
the car wash.
You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car
wash from the very start.
If the vehicle is very dirty, pre-wash it before
cleaning it in an automatic car wash.
After using an automatic car wash, wipe off wax
from the windshield and the wiper blades. This
will prevent smears and reduce wiping noises
caused by residue on the windshield.
Washing by hand
In some countries, washing by hand is only
allowed at specially equipped washing bays.
Observe the legal requirements in each country.
XDo not use hot water and do not wash the
vehicle in direct sunlight.
XUse a soft sponge to clean.
XUse a mild cleaning agent, such as a car
shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz.
XThoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen-
tle jet of water.
XDo not point the water jet directly towards the
air inlet.
XUse plenty of water and rinse out the sponge
frequently.
XRinse the vehicle with clean water and dry
thoroughly with a chamois.
XDo not let the cleaning agent dry on the paint- work.
Carefully remove all deposits of road salt as
soon as possible when driving in winter.
Power washers
GWARNING
The water jet from a circular jet nozzle (dirt
blasters) can cause invisible exterior damage
to the tires or chassis components. Compo-
nents damaged in this way may fail unexpect-
edly. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not use power washers with circular jet
nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged
tires or chassis components replaced imme-
diately.
!Always maintain a distance of at least
11.8 in (30 cm) between the vehicle and the
power washer nozzle. Information about the
correct distance is available from the equip-
ment manufacturer.
Move the power washer nozzle around when
cleaning your vehicle.
Do not aim directly at any of the following:
Rtires
Rdoor gaps, roof gaps, joints, etc.
Relectrical components
Rbattery
Rconnectors
Rlights
Rseals
Rtrim
Rventilation slots
Damaged seals or electrical components can
lead to leaks or failures.
!If the SmartKey is within the rear detection
range of KEYLESS-GO, the following situa-
tions, for example, could lead to the uninten-
tional opening of the tailgate:
Rusing a car wash
Rusing a power washer
Make sure that the SmartKey is at least 10 ft
(3 m) away from the vehicle.
Cleaning the paintwork
!Do not affix:
Rstickers
Rfilms
Rmagnetic plates or similar items
to painted surfaces. You could otherwise
damage the paintwork.
Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected by
corrosion and damage caused by inadequate
care cannot always be completely repaired. In
such cases, visit a qualified specialist workshop.
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XRemove dirt immediately, wherepossible,
while avoidin grubbing to ohard.
XSoak insec tremain swit hinsec tremove rand
rinse off th etreated areas afterwards .
XSoak bird droppings withwater and rinse off
th etreated areas afterwards .
XRemove coolant, brakefluid ,tree resin, oils ,
fuel sand greases by rubbing gentl ywit h a
cloth soaked in petroleum ether or lighte r
fluid .
XUse tar remove rto remove tar stains.
XUse silicon eremove rto remove wax.
If water no longer forms "beads "on th epain t
surface, use th epain tcar eproducts recommen -
ded and approve dby Mercedes-Benz. This is th e
cas eapproximately every three to fiv emonths,
depending on th eclimat econdition sand th e
car eproduc tused.
If dirt has penetrated th epain tsurfac eor if th e
pain thas become dull, th epain tcleane rrecom-
mended and approve dby Mercedes-Ben z
should be used.
Do no tuse these car eproducts in th esun or on
th ehoo dwhile th ehoo dis hot .
XUseasuitable touch-up stick ,e.g. MB Touch-
Up Stick ,to repair slight damag eto th epaint-
wor kquickly and provisionally.
Matte finish care
!Never polis hth evehicl eor th eligh talloy
wheels. Polishin gcauses th efinish to shine.
!The followin gmay caus eth epain tto
become shin yand thus reduce th ematte
effect:
Rstron grubbing of th epaintwork wit h
unsuitable materials
Rfrequen tuse of automatic car washe s
Rwashing thevehicl ein direct sunligh t
!Never use paintcleaner, buffing or polishin g
products ,or glos spreserver ,e.g. wax. These
products are only suitable for high-gloss sur -
faces. Their use on vehicles wit hmatte finish
leads to considerable surfac edamag e(shiny,
mottled areas).
Always hav epaintwork repairs carrie dout at a
qualified specialist workshop.
!Do no tuse wash program swit h a hot wax
treatmen tunder any circumstances. Observ
ethese note sif your vehicl ehas aclear
matte finish. This will help you to avoi ddamag e
to th epaintwork due to incorrec ttreatment.
These note salso apply to ligh talloy wheels wit h
a clear matte finish.
iThe vehicl eshould preferably be washe dby
han dusin g asoftsponge, car shampoo and
plenty of water.
iUse only insec tremove rand car shampoo
from th erange of recommended and
approve dMercedes-Benz car eproducts .
Cleaning the vehicle parts
Cleaning the wheels
GWARNIN G
The water je tfrom acircular je tnozzle (dir t
blasters )can caus einvisible exterio rdamag e
to th etires or chassi scomponents. Compo-
nent sdamaged in this way may fail unexpect-
edly. There is aris kof an accident.
Do no tuse powe rwashers wit hcircular je t
nozzles to clean th evehicle. Hav edamaged
tires or chassi scomponent sreplace dimme-
diately.
!Do no tuse acidic whee lcleaning products
to remove brak edust .This could damag e
whee lbolt sand brak ecomponents.
!Do no tpark th evehicl efor an extended
period straight after cleaning it ,particularly
after having cleane dth ewheels wit hwhee l
cleaner. Whee lcleaners could caus e
increased corrosio nof th ebrak edisc sand
brak epads/linings. Fo rthis reason ,you
should driv efor afew minute safter cleaning .
Braking heat sth ebrak edisc sand th ebrak e
pads/linings, thus dryin gthem. The vehicl e
can then be parked.
Cleaning the windows
GWARNIN G
You could become trapped by th ewindshield
wiper sif they start moving while cleaning th e
windshield or wiper blades. There is aris kof
injury.
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Always switch off the windshield wipers and
the ignition before cleaning the windshield orwiper blades.
!Do not use dry cloths, abrasive products,
solvents or cleaning agents containing sol-
vents to clean the inside of the windows. Do
not touch the insides of the windows with
hard objects, e.g. an ice scraper or ring. There
is otherwise a risk of damaging the windows.
!Clean the water drainage channels of the
windshield and the rear window at regular
intervals. Deposits such as leaves, petals and pollen may under certain circumstances pre-
vent water from draining away. This can lead
to corrosion damage and damage to elec-
tronic components.
XClean the inside and outside of the windows
with a damp cloth and a cleaning product that
is recommended and approved by Mercedes-
Benz.
Cleaning wiper blades
GWARNING
You could become trapped by the windshield wipers if they start moving while cleaning the
windshield or wiper blades. There is a risk of
injury.
Always switch off the windshield wipers and
the ignition before cleaning the windshield or
wiper blades.
!Do not pull the wiper blade. Otherwise, the
wiper blade could be damaged.
!Do not clean wiper blades too often and do
not rub them too hard. Otherwise, the graph-
ite coating could be damaged. This could
cause wiper noise.
!Hold the wiper arm securely when folding
back. The windshield could be damaged if the
wiper arm smacks against it suddenly.
XFold the windshield wiper arms away from the
windshield.
XCarefully clean the wiper blades with a damp
cloth.
XFold the windshield wiper arms back again
before switching on the ignition.
Cleaning the exterior lighting
!Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths
which are suitable for plastic light lenses.
Unsuitable cleaning agents or cleaning cloths
could scratch or damage the plastic light len- ses.
XClean the plastic lenses of the exterior light-
ing using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning
agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or
cleaning cloths.
Cleaning the mirror turn signals
!Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths
that are suitable for plastic lenses. Unsuitable
cleaning agents or cleaning cloths could
scratch or damage the plastic lenses of the
mirror turn signals.
XClean the plastic lenses of the mirror turn sig-
nals in the exterior mirror housing using a wet
sponge and mild cleaning agent, e.g.
Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning
cloths.
Cleaning the sensors
!If you clean the sensors with a power
washer, make sure that you keep a distance
of at least 11.8 in (30 cm) between the vehicle
and the power washer nozzle. Information
about the correct distance is available from
the equipment manufacturer.
XClean sensors :of the driving systems with
water, car shampoo and a soft cloth.
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Cleaning the rear view camera
!Do not clean the camera lens and the area
around the rear view camera with a power
washer.
XUse clear water and a soft cloth to clean cam- era lens :.
Cleaning the exhaust pipe
GWARNING
The exhaust tail pipe and tail pipe trim can
become very hot. If you come into contact
with these parts of the vehicle, you could burn
yourself. There is a risk of injury.
Always be particularly careful around the
exhaust tail pipe and the tail pipe trim. Allow
these components to cool down before touch-
ing them.
!Do not clean the exhaust pipe with acid-
based cleaning agents, such as bathroom
cleaner or wheel cleaner.
!Vehicles with black exhaust pipes: black
chromed screens should not be polished with
a chrome polish. They will otherwise lose their
black shine. For optimal care, the screens
should be rubbed with a lightly oiled cloth
after every car wash. Commercially available
engine and care oils are suitable for this.
For heavier soiling, you can apply a fine paint-
work polish with a microfiber cloth. Remove
the excess polish residue after polishing.
XClean the exhaust pipe with a chrome care
product tested and approved by Mercedes-
Benz.
Impurities combined with the effects of road grit
and corrosive environmental factors may cause flash rust to form on the surface. You can
restore the original shine of the exhaust pipe by
cleaning it regularly, especially in winter and
after washing.
Interior care
Cleaning the display
!For cleaning, do not use any of the following:
Ralcohol-based thinner or gasoline
Rabrasive cleaning agents
Rcommercially-available household cleaning
agents
These may damage the display surface. Do
not put pressure on the display surface when
cleaning. This could lead to irreparable dam-
age to the display.
XBefore cleaning the display, make sure that it
is switched off and has cooled down.
XClean the display surface using a commer-
cially available microfiber cloth and TFT/LCD
display cleaner.
XDry the display surface using a dry microfiber
cloth.
Cleaning the plastic trim
GWARNING
Care products and cleaning agents containing solvents cause surfaces in the cockpit to
become porous. As a result, plastic parts may
come loose in the event of air bag deploy-
ment. There is a risk of injury.
Do not use any care products and cleaning
agents to clean the cockpit.
!Do not affix the following to plastic surfaces:
Rstickers
Rfilms
Rscented oil bottles or similar items
You can otherwise damage the plastic.
!Do not allow cosmetics, insect repellent or
sunscreen to come into contact with the plas-
tic trim. This maintains the high-quality look of
the surfaces.
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