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O P E R A T O R ’ S M A N U A L Grafik in der Größe 216x79 mm in den Grafikrahmen importieren! Order No. 6515 4446 13 Part No. 240 584 38 82 USA Edition B 2007...
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If you have questions about carrying out any type of service, turn to the advice of an authorized Maybach Studio.
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Your selection of our product is a dem- operation of your Maybach. onstration of your trust in Maybach Please pay attention to the warnings Manufaktur. Furthermore, it exemplifies and cautions contained in this manu- your desire to own an automobile that al.
Please observe the following in your own be held responsible for them, even if in by us for use on Maybach vehicles are best interest: individual cases an official approval or available at your authorized Maybach...
(California, Maine, Massachusetts, caused by failure to follow instructions is from the actual equipment of your vehi- New York, and Vermont only) not covered by the Maybach Limited cle. Warranty. State Warranty Enforcement Laws If there are any equipment details that...
Written notification should not be sent During the period of 18 months from to a Maybach Studio, it should be ad- original delivery of the vehicle or the ac- dressed to cumulation of 18000 miles (approxi-...
Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days age the catalysts. If you sell your Maybach, please leave all a year. Gasoline may have a considerably literature with the vehicle to make it...
You should Separate operating instructions will be read this section first if this is your first provided as required depending on the Maybach vehicle or if you are renting or equipment options installed in your vehi- Practical hints borrowing this vehicle.
Maybach. ** Two asterisks designate standard equipment which the purchaser of the vehicle had the option to delete at the time the vehicle was ordered.
See an authorized Maybach Studio for re- Warning! Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/ pairs or modifications to electronic compo- wheels for possible damage.
Maybach Relationship Manager at an authorized Maybach Studio to have the problem diag- nosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Maybach Studio management, or if necessary contact us at one of the following addresses:...
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your Maybach Studio, the Maybach Assistance Center, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153);...
Introduction Vehicle data recording Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents.
At a glance Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Front center console Overhead control panel Driver’s door control panel Rear passenger compartment Rear seats Rear center console Rear door control panel...
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At a glance Cockpit Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Exterior lamp switch 8 Lever for Voice Control d Glove box lid release System, see separate e Glove box lock operating instructions 2 Headlamp washer button f Front center console 9 Starter switch 3 Combination switch g Steering wheel adjustment...
At a glance Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Item Page Item Page 1 Multifunction display 4 Menu systems: Press button Operating control system è for next menu 2 Selecting the submenu or setting the volume: ÿ for previous menu Press button 5 Moving within a menu: æ...
At a glance Front center console Front center console Item Page Item Page 1 Hazard warning flasher on/ 7 Automatic climate control Upper part off switch 8 Chrome label for opening 2 Anti-theft alarm system in- cover of: dicator lamp Cup holders 3 Central locking switch Button for opening/clos-...
At a glance Front center console Lower part Item Page Item Page Maybach 57 and Maybach 62 without 1 KEYLESS-GO** start/stop 7 Chrome label for opening partition* button cover of: 2 Gear selector lever for au- Ashtray tomatic transmission Lighter...
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At a glance Front center console Maybach 62 with partition* Item Page Item Page 1 KEYLESS-GO** start/stop 8 Partition* opening/closing button button 2 Gear selector lever for au- 9 Chrome label for opening tomatic transmission cover of: Ashtray 3 Parking Assist System (PAS)
Tele Aid (emergency call on/off system) button 6 Tow-away alarm button c Switch for opening/closing 7 Rear view mirror power tilt/sliding sunroof (Maybach 57) 8 Garage door opener Switch for opening/closing power tilt/sliding sunroof 9 Auto-dimming function on/ (Maybach 62) Switch for operating...
At a glance Driver’s door control panel Driver’s door control panel Item Page Item Page 1 Inside door handle 7 Override switch for rear passenger compartment 2 Memory function (for stor- ing seat, mirror and steer- 8 Switches for opening/clos- ing wheel settings) ing rear door windows 3 Seat adjustment...
At a glance Rear passenger compartment Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Vanity mirror, left 5 Vanity mirror, right 9 Button for opening storage compartment/drawer 2 Speedometer 6 Video monitor, right (see separate COMAND and a Button for opening 3 Clock (see separate Rear-Cabin Audiovisual Sys- multifunction compart-...
At a glance Rear passenger compartment Maybach 57 (vehicles with rear center seat*)
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At a glance Rear passenger compartment Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Vanity mirror, left 5 Vanity mirror, right 9 Vehicles with rear center seat*: control panel for rear 2 Speedometer 6 Video monitor, right (see functions in rear center separate COMAND and 3 Clock (see separate console...
At a glance Rear passenger compartment Maybach 62 without partition...
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At a glance Rear passenger compartment Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Vanity mirror, left 6 Video monitor, right (see a Button for opening storage separate COMAND and compartment/drawer 2 Speedometer Rear-Cabin Audiovisual Sys- Vehicles with rear center 3 Clock (see separate tem operating instructions) seat*: control panel for rear COMAND and Rear-Cabin...
At a glance Rear passenger compartment Maybach 62 with partition...
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At a glance Rear passenger compartment Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Vanity mirror, left 6 Video monitor, right (see a Button for opening storage separate COMAND and compartment/drawer 2 Speedometer Rear-Cabin Audiovisual Sys- Vehicles with rear center 3 Clock (see separate tem operating instructions) seat*: control panel for rear COMAND and Rear-Cabin...
At a glance Rear seats Rear seats Maybach 57 (vehicles without rear center seat*)
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At a glance Rear seats Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Rear Parktronic warning in- 5 Chrome label for opening a Rear center console dicator middle storage compart- b Rear-cabin cup holder ment 2 Button for opening upper c 12-V socket 6 Door control panel, left storage compartment with insert for two champagne...
At a glance Rear seats Maybach 57 (vehicles with rear center seat*)
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At a glance Rear seats Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Rear Parktronic warning in- Vehicles with rear cen- 7 Adjustment switch for left dicator ter seat*: Center arm- multicontour seat rest with storage 2 Rear center backrest 8 12-V socket compartment (backrest DVD player compart- folded down) for...
At a glance Rear seats Maybach 62 (vehicles without rear center seat*)
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At a glance Rear seats Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Rear Parktronic warning in- 6 Door control panel, left d Rear center console dicator 7 Handle for opening left e Rear-cabin cup holder 2 Button for opening upper door storage compartment f 12-V socket storage compartment with...
At a glance Rear seats Maybach 62 (vehicles with rear center seat*)
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At a glance Rear seats Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Rear Parktronic warning in- Vehicles with rear cen- 8 Storage compartment dicator ter seat*: Center arm- 9 Cup holder rest with storage 2 Rear center backrest a 12-V socket compartment (backrest DVD player compart- folded down) for...
Rear center console Item Page Item Page 1 Left reading lamp on/off 7 Button for opening/closing Maybach 57 (vehicles without rear rear right side door win- center seat*) 2 Tele Aid (emergency call dow curtain* system) button 8 Button for opening/closing...
At a glance Rear center console Control panel for rear window curtains* Maybach 57 (vehicles with rear center Item Page in rear armrest compartment seat*) 1 Left reading lamp on/off Control panel for rear functions* in rear 2 Tele Aid (emergency call...
At a glance Rear center console Maybach 62 with power tilt/sliding Item Page Item Page sunroof (vehicles without rear center 1 Left reading lamp on/off a Switch for raising/lowering seat*) power tilt/sliding sunroof 2 Tele Aid (emergency call system) button...
At a glance Rear center console Maybach 62 with power tilt/sliding Item Page Item Page sunroof (vehicles with rear center 1 Tele Aid (emergency call 7 Two-way intercom* seat*) system) button on/off button Control panel for rear functions* in stor-...
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At a glance Rear center console Control panel for rear functions* in rear Item Page Item Page armrest compartment 1 Switch for opening/closing 5 Button for opening/closing power tilt/sliding sunroof rear left side door window curtain* 2 Switch for raising/lowering 6 Button for opening/closing power tilt/sliding sunroof partition*...
At a glance Rear center console Maybach 62 with electrotransparent Item Page Item Page roof*(vehicles without rear center 1 Left reading lamp on/off a Switch for making elec- seat*) trotransparent roof* 2 Tele Aid (emergency call opaque/transparent system) button b Button for opening/closing...
At a glance Rear center console Maybach 62 with electrotransparent Item Page Item Page roof* (vehicles with rear center seat*) 1 Tele Aid (emergency call 7 Two-way intercom* Control panel for rear functions* in stor- system) button on/off button age compartment/drawer...
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At a glance Rear center console Control panel for rear functions* in rear Item Page Item Page armrest compartment 1 Switch for opening/closing 4 Button for opening/closing electrotransparent roof* rear window curtain screen 5 Button for opening/closing 2 Switch for making elec- rear left side door window trotransparent roof* curtain*...
At a glance Rear door control panel Rear door control panel Item Page 1 Selection switch for right Maybach 57 front passenger seat adjust- ment 2 Selection switch for right rear seat adjustment 3 Memory button for storing rear seat positions...
At a glance Rear door control panel Maybach 62 Item Page 1 Selection switch for right front passenger seat adjust- ment 2 Selection switch for right rear seat adjustment 3 Memory button for storing rear seat positions 4 Inside door handle...
All turn signal lamps flash once. The an overview of the vehicle’s most basic vehicle unlocks. The locking knobs in functions. First-time Maybach owners the doors move up. The anti-theft should pay special attention to the infor- alarm system is disarmed.
Getting started Unlocking Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO** To unlock the vehicle, the SmartKey with If the vehicle has been parked for more KEYLESS-GO must be outside the vehicle, no than 72 hours, you must pull an outside door With the KEYLESS-GO function, you can further than approximately 3 feet (1 meter) handle in order to activate the KEYLESS-GO lock and unlock the vehicle without us-...
Getting started Unlocking 0 For removing SmartKey Starter switch positions If the SmartKey can still not be turned, the battery may not be sufficiently charged. 1 Power supply for some electrical con- sumers, such as seat adjustment Check the starter battery and charge it if Warning! necessary ( page 417).
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Getting started Unlocking Position 1 If you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/ stop button once, the power supply is again Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop button switched off. once. When you switch on the ignition, the in- This supplies power for some electri- dicator and warning lamps (except high beam cal consumers, such as seat adjust- headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indi-...
Getting started Adjusting Adjusting the Maybach 62 rear cabin includes a seat Warning! belt system and kinematic electronic con- trols that are designed to maintain proper Warning! support and restraint-system effectiveness When leaving the vehicle, always remove in all seat settings in the event of a collision...
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Getting started Adjusting Seat adjustment When moving the seat, make sure there Warning! are no items in the footwell or behind the The seat adjustment switches are located seats. Otherwise you could damage the seats. on each door. According to accident statistics, children Seat fore and aft adjustment are safer when properly restrained in the Press switch forward or backward in...
Getting started Adjusting Seat cushion depth Head restraint tilt Steering wheel Press switch forward or backward in direction of arrow 5 until your legs Warning! are supported comfortably. Do not adjust the steering wheel while Head restraint height driving. Adjusting the steering wheel Press switch up or down in direction while driving could cause the driver to lose of arrow 6.
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Getting started Adjusting Steering wheel adjustment Adjusting steering column up or down Easy-entry/exit feature Move the stalk up or down in direc- This feature allows for easier entry into tion of arrow 2. and exit from the vehicle. When entering and exiting the vehicle, the steering Make sure your legs can move freely and wheel is in its uppermost position.
Getting started Adjusting With the easy-entry/exit feature activat- Mirrors If the current position for the steering ed, the steering wheel will return to its wheel is in the uppermost tilt position, the Adjust the interior and exterior rear view last set position when you steering wheel will no longer be able to move mirrors before driving so that you have a upward when the easy-entry/exit feature is ac-...
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Getting started Adjusting Interior rear view mirror For information on how to reposition the exterior mirror housing when it was forcibly Manually adjust the interior rear view pushed forward (hit from the rear) or forcibly mirror. pushed rearward (hit from the front), see “Power folding exterior rear view For more information, see “Rear view mirrors”...
Getting started Driving Driving Always fasten your seat belt before driving Warning! off. Always make sure all of your passen- gers are properly restrained, even those Warning! sitting in the rear. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the Failure to wear and properly fasten and Make sure that absolutely no objects are rear seating positions than in the front...
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Adjust seat belt so that the shoulder Only the reclining seat (in Maybach 62 rear portion is located as close as possible cabin) can be used in a reclined position with seat belts properly fastened while the to the middle of the shoulder (it vehicle is in motion.
Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protec- tion. Damaged seat belts or seat belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be re- placed. Contact an authorized Maybach Studio.
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Getting started Driving Starting with the SmartKey You can start your vehicle without the Firmly depress the brake pedal during SmartKey in the starter switch using the the starting procedure. Make sure the gear selector lever is KEYLESS-GO start/stop button on the The gear selector lever lock is re- set to P.
Children could release the parking brake, when the parking brake is engaged. which could result in an accident and/or Notify an authorized Maybach serious personal injury. Studio. Release the parking brake by pulling on handle 1.
Getting started Driving Driving off Switching on headlamps If you hear a warning signal and the mes- sage appears in the RELEASE PARKING BRAKE Firmly depress brake pedal. Low beam headlamps multifunction display when driving off, you The gear selector lever lock is re- have forgotten to release the parking brake.
Getting started Driving High beam Turn signals Windshield wipers The combination switch is located on the The combination switch is located on the The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column. left of the steering column. left of the steering column.
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Intermittent wiping interval is depen- point. Have the windshield wipers checked at dent on wetness of windshield. The windshield wipers operate with the nearest authorized Maybach Studio. Turn the combination switch to posi- washer fluid. tion I.
Notify an authorized Maybach Give very little gas. Studio. Have the problem repaired by an au- If no damage can be determined on the thorized Maybach Studio as soon as major assemblies possible. fuel system The coolant temperature is above 248°F engine mount: (120°C)
Getting started Parking and locking Parking and locking Parking brake Slowly release brake pedal. You have now completed your first drive. When parked on an incline, turn front You have properly stopped and parked wheels towards the road curb. Warning! your vehicle.
Getting started Parking and locking Step firmly on parking brake Turning off the engine pedal 2. Warning! When the engine is running, the Warning! warning lamp ; (USA only) or Getting out of your vehicle with the gear selector lever not fully engaged in 3 (Canada only) in the instrument position P is dangerous.
1. door trim panel. Such damage is not covered With the driver‘s door open, the by the Maybach Limited Warranty. starter switch is set to position 0, Damaged seat belts must be replaced. Contact...
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Getting started Parking and locking Locking with KEYLESS-GO** If you hear a warning signal you have for- gotten to switch off the headlamps before opening the driver’s door. In addition the message TURN OFF LIGHTS ap- pears in the multifunction display. Switch off the headlamps.
Safety and Security Occupant safety Occupant safety For information on infants and children traveling with you in the vehicle and restraint Warning! In this section you will learn the most im- systems for infants and children, see “Children portant facts about the restraint systems in the vehicle”...
Maybach Studio immediately to have the For maximum protection in the event of a bags) or rollovers (head protection win- system checked; otherwise the SRS may not collision always be in normal seated posi- dow curtain airbags).
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Maybach Studio. pants. which needs to deploy rapidly in a side im- Do not lean with your head or chest pact in order to do its job.
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The driver and passenger will devices (ETDs) are designed to func- at an authorized Maybach Studio at an ad- then be protected to the extent possible by a tion on a one-time-only basis. An air- ditional cost.
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Only use seat covers which have been test- airbag is deployed. ed and approved by us for use on Maybach vehicles. Using other seat covers may inter- Never place your feet on the instru- fere with or prevent the deployment of 1 Driver front airbag ment panel, dashboard, or on the seat.
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Safety and Security Occupant safety Side impact airbags Window curtain airbags The front airbags in this vehicle have been designed to inflate in two stages. This allows the airbag to have different rates of inflation that are based on the rate of vehicle deceler- ation as assessed by the airbag control unit.
In the event of a collision, the airbag con- cushion needs to be serviced in any way, take The Occupant Classification System (OCS) trol unit will not allow front passenger the vehicle to your authorized Maybach front airbag deployment when the OCS automatically turns the front passenger Studio.
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Safety and Security Occupant safety When the OCS senses that the front pas- If the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator Warning! senger seat occupant is classified as being lamp is not illuminated, the front passen- heavier than the weight of a typical ger front airbag is activated and will be de- 12-month-old child seated in a standard ployed:...
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Safety and Security Occupant safety Deployment of the driver front airbag Children can be killed or seriously injured If you must install a rear-facing child does not mean that the front passenger front by an inflating airbag. Note the following restraint on the front passenger seat airbag also should have deployed.
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Occupant Classification System. Only have the seat repaired or re- The front passenger front airbag will be placed by an authorized Maybach deactivated in this case. Studio. In order to ensure proper operation of the...
U.S. territories and all Canadian provinc- not functioning. You must see an autho- in the rear of the vehicle not properly rized Maybach Studio before seating any wearing their seat belts, the risk of injury Even where this is not the case, all vehicle child on the front passenger seat.
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The integrated re- Only the reclining seat (in Maybach 62 rear straint system includes SRS (driver front Damaged seat belts or seat belts that were cabin) can be used in a reclined position...
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Safety and Security Occupant safety and if the vehicle speed once exceeds Never wear the shoulder belt under Pregnant women should also always 15 mph (25 km/h), the seat belt your arm, against your neck or off your use a lap-shoulder belt. The lap belt telltale <...
Warning! followed. These are available at your au- if the restraint systems are operation- thorized Maybach Studio. al and functioning correctly, see Do not leave children unattended in the 1 indicator lamp ( page 82).
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Safety and Security Occupant safety To deactivate, release seat belt buckle A statement by the child restraint manu- Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the and let seat belt retract completely. The facturer of compliance with these stan- passenger compartment or trunk unless seat belt can again be used in the usual dards can be found on the instruction...
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Safety and Security Occupant safety Always sit nearly upright, properly use the If you must install a rear-facing child If you have to place a child in a for- seat belts and for children 12 years old and restraint on the front passenger seat ward-facing child restraint on the front under, use an appropriately sized infant or because circumstances require you to...
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Safety and Security Occupant safety Installing infant and child restraint Head restraint must be positioned such systems that the top tether strap can pass freely Warning! between the head restraint and top of This vehicle is equipped with tether an- seat back.
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Safety and Security Occupant safety Close cover after removing the tether strap. Warning! Warning! Children too big for child restraint systems Never adjust the rear seat position after in- Warning! must ride in back seats using regular seat stalling the child restraint. Adjusting the belts.
Safety and Security Occupant safety The LATCH-type anchors are located be- The override switch is located in the Override switch for rear passenger tween the seat cushion and the backrest. driver’s door. compartment You can disable select functions in the rear passenger compartment for added safety (for instance when you have chil- dren riding in the rear passenger com-...
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Safety and Security Occupant safety Deactivating override switch Press switch 1. The functions in the rear are enabled again. Warning! Activate the override switch when children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle. The children may otherwise injure them- selves, e.g.
Safety and Security Panic alarm Panic alarm Deactivating Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Press  button again. Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful inter- Insert the SmartKey or SmartKey with ference, and KEYLESS-GO** in the starter switch.
Safety and Security Driving safety systems Braking Driving safety systems In this section you will find information If the ABS activates during braking, the on the following driving safety systems: ® ABS/ESP warning lamp v in the in- Warning! strument cluster dial flashes. Because of ABS (Antilock Brake System) the electro-hydraulic brake system, you Do not pump the brake pedal.
Safety and Security Driving safety systems Warning! Warning! The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the When the ABS is malfunctioning, the BAS The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws brakes very quickly, the BAS automatical- ®...
Safety and Security Driving safety systems ® in a reckless or dangerous manner which Warning! ® The Electronic Stability Program (ESP ) is could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others. operational as soon as the engine is run- ®...
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Safety and Security Driving safety systems ® When you switch off the ESP , the elec- To improve the vehicle’s traction, turn you cannot activate the cruise control ® tronic traction system is still enabled. off the ESP in driving situations where it or the Distronic** system would be advantageous to have the the cruise control or the Distronic**...
This may cause serious damage to the driv- brake pedal pressure and depress the ped- “Practical hints” section ( page 360). Also etrain which is not covered by the Maybach al much further to obtain the expected read and observe the messages in the in- Limited Warranty.
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SmartKey in vehicles with KEYLESS-GO**, press tem carried out by qualified technicians only. Contact an authorized Maybach Stu- the start/stop button ( page 61) on pressed the KEYLESS-GO** start/ dio for further information. The electro-...
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Following extended periods of only hicle. Brake pads not approved by us minor loads to your brake system, for use on Maybach vehicles may im- you should occasionally apply the pair the safety of your vehicle. brakes when traveling at high speeds.
30 seconds, a call to the Response Center is ini- operational. Contact an authorized Maybach tiated automatically by the Tele Aid system Studio or call provided Tele Aid service was subscribed to...
Safety and Security Anti-theft systems Canceling the alarm Tow-away alarm If the turn signal lamps do not flash three times, one of the following elements may not Once the tow-away alarm is armed, a vi- be properly closed: With the SmartKey sual and audible alarm will be triggered a door Insert the SmartKey in the starter...
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Safety and Security Anti-theft systems Canceling the alarm With the SmartKey Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. Press on the SmartKey. Œ ‹ With KEYLESS-GO** Grasp an outside door handle. 1 Tow-away alarm off button The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be within 3 ft (1 m) of the vehicle.
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Seats Memory function Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Automatic transmission Good visibility Automatic climate control Power windows Power tilt/sliding sunroof Electrotransparent roof* Driving systems Loading Useful features...
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking The SmartKey centrally locks and un- Locking and unlocking SmartKey locks: Your vehicle comes supplied with two In the “Controls in detail” section, you the doors SmartKeys, each with remote control will find detailed information on how to and a removable mechanical key.
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This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, contact an two conditions: authorized Maybach Studio. When leaving the vehicle, always remove (1) This device may not cause interference, the SmartKey from the starter switch, take Factory setting it with you, and lock the vehicle.
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Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Global locking Selective setting Global locking Press button ‹. Press button ‹. If you frequently travel alone, you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey so that With the trunk and all doors closed, With the trunk and all doors closed, pressing Œ...
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** Warning! Vehicles equipped with KEYLESS-GO come with two SmartKeys with When leaving the vehicle, always take the KEYLESS-GO, each with remote control SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you and and a removable mechanical key. lock the vehicle.
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If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is malfunc- SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO. Metallic objects such as coins or tioning, contact an authorized Maybach metal foil Studio. Doing so could impair the function of the KEYLESS-GO system.
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Controls in detail Locking and unlocking In order to start the engine with the If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is Remember that the engine can be SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO: removed from the vehicle (e.g. if pas- started by anyone with a SmartKey senger exits the vehicle with the with KEYLESS-GO that is left inside The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO...
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Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Factory setting Global locking Unlocking driver’s door and fuel filler flap Press the lock button on an outside Global unlocking door handle ( page 80) or trunk lid Grasp the driver’s outside door han- ( page 121).
Maybach Studio. replaced. If the batteries are checked within signal Your authorized Maybach Studio will be range of the vehicle, pressing button Œ or glad to supply you with a replacement. ‹ will lock or unlock the vehicle according- 1 KEYLESS-GO lock button on trunk lid Press lock button 1.
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Front doors Opening the doors from the inside If the vehicle has previously been locked using the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO**, open- You can open a locked door from the in- Pull on door handle 2 on the respec- ing a door from the inside will trigger the side.
The remote rear door closing switch is Closing the rear doors automatically Opening the trunk above the rear door. from the inside (Maybach 62) You can close the rear doors automati- Warning! cally. Make sure the trunk is closed when the en- gine is running and while driving.
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Opening the trunk from the outside Opening the trunk from the inside Closing the trunk Warning! Make sure the trunk is closed when the en- gine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, such as blocked visibility, exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle inte- rior.
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Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the trunk from the inside Closing the trunk from the outside automatically Warning! Warning! Maintain sight of trunk area while operat- ing the remote trunk opening/closing Monitor the closing procedure carefully to switch. Monitor the closing procedure make sure no one is in danger of being in- carefully to make sure no one is in danger jured.
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Controls in detail Locking and unlocking You can close the trunk separately. Closing the trunk and locking the vehicle from the outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO**) You can close the trunk and lock the ve- hicle simultaneously. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO** 1 Trunk closing switch Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO** Press switch 1 briefly.
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Illumination of the emergency release Trunk emergency release Valet trunk button: With the emergency release button, the To deny any unauthorized person access The button flashes for 30 minutes af- trunk can be opened from inside the to the trunk, e.g.
Controls in detail Locking and unlocking The trunk remains locked even when the Power closing assist for doors Power closing assist for doors and vehicle is centrally unlocked. trunk lid Press the doors gently past the initial It is not necessary to slam the door or You can only cancel the separate trunk engage position into the lock.
Your vehicle is equipped with locking and unlocking switches for the driver and rear seat passengers. Rear seat passengers’ switches (example illus- tration from Maybach 57) 1 Central locking switch 2 Central unlocking switch...
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The vehicle unlocks. You can open a locked door from inside at any time. Open door only when conditions Rear seat passenger switches (Maybach 57 are safe to do so. with rear center seat*) If the vehicle was previously centrally locked...
Head restraints are intend- erly positioned on the body. ed to help reduce injuries during an acci- Only the reclining seat (in Maybach 62 rear dent. cabin) can be used in a reclined position with seat belts properly fastened while the vehicle is in motion.
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Controls in detail Seats Rear seat adjustment (Maybach 57) Open the respective door. To adjust settings for the right rear pas- Head restraint height senger seat, make sure the right rear passen- Press switch up or down in direction ger seat adjustment button is selected of arrow 1.
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Controls in detail Seats Rear seat adjustment (Maybach 62) Press and hold switch 1 until seat is in desired position. To adjust settings for the right rear pas- To stop the seat adjustment proce- senger seat, make sure the right rear passen- dure, release switch 1.
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Controls in detail Seats Seat cushion depth Extending and retracting the rear seat You can only retract the rear seat head re- head restraints straints when no rear seat passenger is wear- Press switch forward or backward in ing a seat belt. direction of arrow 6 until your legs are supported comfortably.
Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intend- ed to help reduce injuries during an acci- Example illustration from Maybach 57 dent. When leaving the vehicle, always remove 1 Extending the SmartKey or SmartKey with...
Maybach 62: or the left side of the seat on the passen- If the rear seat is in reclined position, the ad- Make sure no one can be caught or injured ger side.
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The switches for the rear seats on The switches for the rear seats on Shoulder region support Maybach 57 are located on the inner side Maybach 62 are located on the outer side Press æ or ç on switch 2.
Press switch 1 repeatedly until all in- tomatically switched to level 2. dicator lamps in the switch go out. Example illustration from Maybach with seat Two indicator lamps on. If one or all of the lamps on the seat heat-...
Controls in detail Seats Switching on seat ventilation Switching off seat ventilation Seat ventilation* The blue indicator lamps in the switch Press switch 1. Press switch 1 ( page 139) repeat- show the ventilation level selected: edly until all indicator lamps go out. Three blue indicator lamps in the switch come on.
Both the inside and outside rear view mirrors should be ad- justed for adequate rear vision. Warning! Example illustration from Maybach 57 Fasten seat belts. Infants and small chil- 1 Memory button M dren should be seated in a properly se-...
Controls in detail Memory function Make sure the ignition is switched on Storing positions in memory Storing exterior rear view mirror ( page 60). parking position Adjust the seats, steering wheel and Press button 1. mirrors to the desired position For easier parking you can adjust the pas- ( page 62).
4 U Automatic headlamp mode must have the headlamps modified for sym- metrical low beams. Relevant information can Daytime running lamp mode be obtained at an authorized Maybach ( page 144) Studio. 5 C Parking lamps (also side Exterior lamp switch...
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Controls in detail Lighting Turn the exterior lamp switch to If you hear a warning signal you have for- position U. gotten to switch off the headlamps before Warning! opening the driver’s door. With the SmartKey in starter switch In addition the message TURN OFF LIGHTS ap- If the exterior lamp switch is set to U, position 1 or the KEYLESS-GO** start/ pears in the multifunction display.
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Controls in detail Lighting Daytime running lamp mode Canada only USA only The daytime running lamp mode is man- By default, the daytime running lamp Turn the exterior lamp switch to datory and therefore in a constant mode. mode is deactivated. Activate the day- position M or U.
Controls in detail Lighting Locator lighting and night security Front fog lamps Push in the exterior lamp switch to illumination first stop. Switch on the low beam headlamps B ( page 73). The rear fog lamp switches off. Locator lighting and night security illumination are described in the control Pull out exterior lamp switch to first The yellow indicator lamp †...
Controls in detail Lighting High beam Driving forward Corner-illuminating lamps The corner-illuminating lamps improve Turn exterior lamp switch to Switching on corner-illuminating lamps illumination of the area in the direction position B ( page 142). into which you are turning. Switch on the left or right turn signal Push the combination switch in direc- ( page 74), depending on whether...
Controls in detail Lighting Driving in reverse Hazard warning flasher The corner-illuminating lamps will come on automatically depending on the steering The hazard warning flasher can be angle, even if you did not switch on either Switching on corner-illuminating lamps switched on at all times, even with the turn signal.
Controls in detail Lighting Switching on hazard warning flasher Automatic control Interior lighting in the front The controls are located in the overhead Press the hazard warning flasher The interior lighting is factory-set to auto- control panel. switch 1. matic mode. All turn signals flash.
The front interior lighting switches off. Switching rear interior lighting on and Press rear interior lighting switch 2. Maybach 57 with rear door window curtains* The rear interior lighting switches on. 1 Left rear reading lamp on/off Press rear interior lighting switch 2...
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Controls in detail Lighting Maybach 57 with rear door window curtains* Maybach 57 without rear door window cur- Maybach 57 without rear door window cur- (vehicles with rear center seat*) tains* tains* (vehicles with rear center seat*) 1 Left rear reading lamp on/off...
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Controls in detail Lighting Maybach 62 with tilt/sliding sunroof Maybach 62 with tilt/sliding sunroof (vehicles Maybach 62 with electrotransparent roof* with rear center seat* in storage compart- 1 Left rear reading lamp on/off 1 Left rear reading lamp on/off ment/drawer)
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Lighting Rear reading lamps Headliner lamps Press respective switch 1 or 2 In Maybach 62 with tilt/sliding sunroof, at X symbol to switch the corre- the headliner lamps can be illuminated. sponding rear reading lamps on. Press switch 3 to switch the headlin- Press respective switch 1 or 2 er lamps on.
If you turn the SmartKey in the starter (only Maybach 62) switch to position 0 and switch off the head- lamps, the door entry lamps will remain lit for With the automatic control activated approximately 5 minutes.
The instrument cluster illumination will also with added caution. Visit an authorized be adjusted automatically when you switch on Maybach Studio as soon as possible. switch on the exterior lamps the vehicle’s exterior lamps. Press the knob for instrument cluster illumination.
Maybach Limited To dim illumination gauge. Doing so may cause serious engine Warranty. damage which is not covered by the Maybach Turn the knob in the instrument clus- Limited Warranty. To help protect the engine, the fuel sup- ter counterclockwise.
Controls in detail Instrument cluster Due to its location, the sensor can be af- Speedometer Clock fected by road or engine heat during The speed is indicated in the instrument The time is indicated in the instrument idling or slow driving. Therefore, the ac- cluster for the driver ( page 23) and in cluster for the driver in the tachometer curacy of the displayed temperature can...
Controls in detail Control system Control system Multifunction display Warning! The control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is A driver’s attention to the road and traffic turned to position 1 or the conditions must always be his/her primary KEYLESS-GO** start/stop button is focus when driving.
Controls in detail Control system Depending on the selected menu Multifunction steering wheel 1 Multifunction display ( page 160), pressing the buttons on The displays in the multifunction display Operating control system the multifunction steering wheel will al- and the settings in the control system are ter what is shown in the multifunction 2 Selecting the submenu or setting controlled by the buttons on the multi-...
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Controls in detail Control system It is helpful to think of the menus, and In the SETTINGS menu, instead of func- the functions within each menu, as being tions you will find a number of submenus arranged in a circular pattern. for calling up and changing settings.
Controls in detail Control system This is what you will see when you scroll The table on the next page provides an Menus through the menus. overview of the individual menus.
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Controls in detail Control system Menus, submenus and functions Menu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Menu 6 Menu 7 Menu 8 Standard Audio Telephone Navigation Distronic** Trip computer Vehicle status mes- Settings display sage memory ( page 162) ( page 162) ( page 164) ( page 166) ( page 167) ( page 167) ( page 169) ( page 170) Calling up...
Controls in detail Control system The following functions are available: Standard display menu Audio menu In basic mode, the multifunction display The functions in the AUDIO menu operate Function Page shows the trip odometer and the main the audio equipment which you current- odometer.
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A subscription to satellite radio service provider is required for satellite radio opera- tion. Contact an authorized Maybach Studio for details. For more information, refer to the separate COMAND and Rear-Cabin Audiovisual System...
Controls in detail Control system Select MP3-CD track Telephone menu Warning! Turn on COMAND and select MP3-CD. Refer to the separate COMAND and Warning! Never operate radio transmitters equipped Rear-Cabin Audiovisual System oper- with a built-in or attached antenna (i.e. ating instructions.
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Controls in detail Control system If the telephone is switched on: Dialing a number from the phone book If you press and hold button j or k for longer than 1 second, the system scrolls The telephone will then search for a If your telephone is ready to receive calls, rapidly through the list of names until you re- network.
Controls in detail Control system Redialing Answering a call Navigation menu The NAV menu contains the functions The control system stores the most re- When your telephone is ready to receive needed to operate your navigation sys- cently dialed phone numbers. This elimi- calls, you can answer a call at any time.
Controls in detail Control system Distronic deactivated Distronic activated Distronic** menu Use the DISTRONIC menu to display the When Distronic is deactivated, you will When you activate Distronic, you will see current settings for your Distronic sys- see the standard display. the set speed for about 5 seconds in the tem.
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Controls in detail Control system Fuel consumption statistics since start a duration of 2 minutes Resetting fuel consumption statistics During this period, the data from the Press button ÿ or è repeatedly Press button ÿ or è repeatedly previous journey can be incorporated as until you see the first function of the until you see the first function of the follows:...
1 Number of messages maintain the vehicle’s operating safety by having all required maintenance and safe- ty checks performed on the vehicle and by bringing the vehicle to an authorized Maybach Studio to address the malfunc- tion and warning messages ( page 364).
Controls in detail Control system Due to safety reasons, resetting all of the set- Settings menu Function Page tings while driving will not reset all of the val- In the SETTINGS menu there are two ues in the LIGHTING or the VEHICLE submenu. Resetting all settings functions: Submenus in the Settings menu...
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Controls in detail Control system The table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. Detailed instructions on making individ- ual settings can be found on the follow- ing pages. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LIGHTING VEHICLE CONVENIENCE ( page 172) ( page 172) ( page 176) ( page 177)
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Controls in detail Control system Instrument cluster submenu Press button æ or ç to set Lighting submenu speedometer unit to MILES or KM. Access the INST. CLUS. submenu via the Access the LIGHTING submenu via the SETTINGS menu. Use the INST. CLUS. SETTINGS menu.
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Controls in detail Control system Setting daytime running lamp mode In low ambient light conditions the fol- Setting locator lighting (USA only) lowing lamps will switch on additionally: With the locator lighting feature activat- Parking lamps ed and the exterior lamp switch in This function is not available in countries position U, the following lamps will where the daytime running lamp mode is...
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Controls in detail Control system Press button j or k repeatedly Setting ambient lighting Setting night security illumination until the message LOCATOR LIGHTING (Headlamps delayed switch-off feature) Use this function, you can adjust the appears in the multifunction display. brightness of the ambient lighting. Use this function to set whether you The selection marker is on the current would like the exterior lamps to remain...
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Controls in detail Control system Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO**: Press button j or k repeatedly until the message INTERIOR LIGHTING Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop but- DELAYED SWITCH-OFF appears in the ton on the gear selector lever multifunction display. ( page 61). The selection marker is on the current Setting interior lighting delayed setting.
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Controls in detail Control system Vehicle submenu Setting automatic locking Setting station selection mode Use this function to activate or deacti- Use the STATION SEARCH USING function Access the VEHICLE submenu via the SET- vate the automatic central locking. With to select the manual or memory station TINGS menu.
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Controls in detail Control system Convenience submenu Setting fold-in function for exterior rear Press seat adjustment switch view mirrors page 63). Access the CONVENIENCE submenu via the Using this function, you can set the exte- SETTINGS menu. Use the CONVENIENCE Press one of the memory position but- rior rear view mirrors to be automatically tons or the memory button M...
Controls in detail Automatic transmission Automatic transmission Gear selector lever Warning! The gear selector lever is located on the For more information on driving with an lower part of the front center console. automatic transmission see “Automatic Make sure that absolutely no objects are transmission”...
(C/S) lose control of the vehicle and hit someone Maybach Limited Warranty. ( page 183) or something. Only shift into gear when When the gear selector lever is in...
Coasting the vehicle, or driving for any other reason with gear selector lever in Place gear selector lever in neutral position N can result in transmission position R only when vehicle is damage that is not covered by the Maybach stopped. Limited Warranty.
Controls in detail Automatic transmission Stopping Driving tips Warning! When you stop briefly, e.g. at traffic Accelerator position lights: Getting out of your vehicle with the gear Your driving style influences the Leave the transmission in gear. selector lever not fully engaged in park transmission’s shifting behavior: position P is dangerous.
Controls in detail Automatic transmission Maneuvering Gear ranges Effect With the gear selector lever in drive é When you maneuver in tight areas, e.g. The transmission shifts through position D, you can select a gear range when pulling into a parking space: fourth gear only.
Controls in detail Automatic transmission The selected program mode appears in Press program mode selector switch Automatic shift program the tachometer display. repeatedly until the letter of the The program mode selector switch is desired program mode appears in the located on the lower part of the front tachometer display.
This may cause serious damage in the D– direction. to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Extending gear range Maybach Limited Warranty. The transmission will automatically Briefly press the gear selector lever to select the gear range suited for opti- Limiting gear range the right in the D+ direction.
Turn off the engine. Wait at least 10 seconds before restarting. Restart the engine. Move the gear selector lever to position D (for second gear) or position R. Have the transmission checked at an authorized Maybach Studio as soon as possible.
Controls in detail Good visibility The rear view mirror will not react if Good visibility The headlamps will automatically be cleaned when you have reverse gear is engaged For information on the windshield wip- switched on the headlamps ers, see “Windshield wipers” the interior lighting is turned on ( page 74).
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Controls in detail Good visibility Deactivating Activating exterior rear view mirror Electrolyte drops coming into contact parking position with the vehicle paint finish can be completely removed only while in the liquid state by ap- Follow these steps to activate the mirror plying plenty of water.
Controls in detail Good visibility Make sure you have stored a parking Folding the exterior rear view mirrors in Power folding exterior rear view position for the passenger-side exte- and out manually mirrors rior rear view mirror ( page 141). The exterior rear view mirrors can vibrate Switch on the ignition ( page 60).
Controls in detail Good visibility Glare from the front Glare from the front and sides If an exterior mirror housing is forcibly pushed forward (hit from the rear), reposition Close the vanity mirror cover (if open) be- it manually by applying firm pressure until it fore you disengage sun visor 1 from snaps back into place.
Controls in detail Good visibility Activating Rear window defroster The rear window defroster consumes Press button F ( page 193). high levels of energy. To keep battery The indicator lamp on the button drain to a minimum, switch off the de- comes on.
Controls in detail Automatic climate control The automatic climate control is opera- Nearly all dust particles, pollutants and Automatic climate control tional whenever the engine is running. It odors are filtered out before outside air The automatic climate control is a 4-zone cools the vehicle’s interior according to enters the passenger compartment intelligent climate control system.
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Cockpit 1 Left side air vent, adjustable 5 Right side air vent, adjustable 8 Automatic climate control panel 2 Left center air vent, adjustable 6 Thumbwheel for air volume con- 9 Thumbwheel for air volume con- trol for right side air vent trol for left center air vent 3 Fixed air vent...
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Controls in detail Automatic climate control Automatic climate control panel, front 1 Air distribution and air volume, 8 Air distribution, passenger side d AC cooling on/off driver’s side (automatic) (manual) e Residual heat and ventilation 2 Air distribution, driver’s side 9 Air distribution and air volume, f Activated charcoal filter (manual)
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Activating Deactivating the climate control sys- Operating the climate control system in automatic mode Switch on the ignition ( page 60). It is possible to completely deactivate the Press one button U ( page 193). When operating the climate control sys- automatic climate control system.
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Setting the temperature Adjusting air distribution Adjusting air volume Use temperature controls 4 for the Use the air distribution controls 2 Seven blower speeds are available. driver’s side or 6 ( page 193) for the and 8 ( page 193) to separately adjust Press ...
Controls in detail Automatic climate control The automatic climate control switches Maximum cooling MAXCOOL Air recirculation mode automatically to the following functions: If the left and right air distribution con- Switch to air recirculation mode to pre- maximum blowing and heating trols as well as the air volume control are vent unpleasant odors from entering the power (depends on cooling tem-...
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Controls in detail Automatic climate control Activating Deactivating Air recirculation mode with convenience closing or opening feature Press button , ( page 193). Press button , ( page 193). The indicator lamp on the button The indicator lamp on the button comes on.
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Convenience closing Charcoal filter A window or tilt/sliding sunroof will only return to its previous position if it has not Press and hold button , for ap- An activated charcoal filter markedly re- been moved to another position using the re- proximately 2 seconds.
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Controls in detail Automatic climate control The activated charcoal filter should be Convenience closing A window or tilt/sliding sunroof will only switched off when windows fog up on return to its previous position if it has not Press and hold button e for ap- the inside, or if the passenger compart- been moved to another position using the re- proximately 2 seconds.
The windows can fog up Have the air conditioning checked at the near- Press button T ( page 193). more quickly. Window fogging may impair est authorized Maybach Studio. visibility and endanger you and others. The indicator lamp on button T goes out.
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Turn adjustable vent 1 clockwise. Temperature-controlled glove box Operating rear passenger compart- ment settings at the cockpit control The glove box will be heated or The glove box can be heated or cooled. panel cooled.
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Rear passenger compartment Overview of Maybach 57...
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Controls in detail Automatic climate control 1 Thumbwheel for upper left air 7 Fixed air vent Warning! vent 8 Center air vent, right, adjustable 2 Upper left air vent 9 Thumbwheel for center air vent When operating the automatic climate control, the air that enters the passenger 3 Upper right air vent a Automatic climate control panel...
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Controls in detail Automatic climate control Overview of Maybach 62...
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Controls in detail Automatic climate control 1 Thumbwheel for upper left air 7 Fixed air vent Warning! vent 8 Center air vent, right, adjustable 2 Upper left air vent 9 Thumbwheel for center air vent When operating the automatic climate control, the air that enters the passenger 3 Upper right air vent a Automatic climate control panel...
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Activating Activating the climate control system Switch on the ignition ( page 60). Activating Press one button U. Switch on the ignition ( page 60). The indicator lamp on the button Press button M or U. comes on.
Controls in detail Automatic climate control Press the desired air distribution Setting the temperature Adjusting air distribution control 7 and/or a ( page 206). Use temperature controls 2 for the left Use the air distribution controls 7 The indicator lamp on button U side or 4 for the right side to separately and a ( page 206) to separately adjust ( page 206) goes out.
The blower more quickly. Window fogging may impair will run at speed setting 1 regardless of the air est authorized Maybach Studio. visibility and endanger you and others. distribution control setting. Residual heat and ventilation...
Controls in detail Power windows Power windows When leaving the vehicle, always remove Warning! the SmartKey or SmartKey with Opening and closing the power KEYLESS-GO** from the starter switch, windows take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do When closing the windows, make sure not leave children unattended in the vehi- there is no danger of anyone being The windows are opened and closed...
Controls in detail Power windows Switch on the ignition ( page 60). Fully opening the windows If the window still does not close when there is no obstruction, press and hold the respec- (Express-open) Opening the windows tive power window switch at the symbol j. Press switch 1 to 4 at the The window will then close without the ob- Press switch 1 to 4 at the...
Controls in detail Power windows Press and hold button Œ until the Summer opening feature windows and tilt/sliding sunroof have Warning! If the weather is warm, you can ventilate reached the desired position. the vehicle before driving off by simulta- Release button Œ...
In the event of an accident, the glass Opening and closing the power tilt/ may shatter. This may result in an opening sliding sunroof (Maybach 57) in the roof. The tilt/sliding sunroof is opened and In a vehicle rollover, occupants not wear- closed electrically.
Synchronizing the power tilt/sliding Please keep in mind that weather ing sunroof conditions can sometimes change rapidly. sunroof (Maybach 57) Make sure to close the tilt/sliding sunroof The tilt/sliding sunroof must be synchro- To open, close, raise or lower the tilt/ when leaving the vehicle.
Power tilt/sliding sunroof Opening and closing the power You can also open or close the tilt/sliding When leaving the vehicle, always remove tilt/sliding sunroof (Maybach 62) sunroof using the SmartKey, see “Summer the SmartKey or SmartKey with opening feature” ( page 211) and “Conve-...
Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof Operating from the cockpit Opening and closing the screen Fully opening (Express-open) and clos- ing (Express-close) the power tilt/sliding To open or close the screen, move the The switch for the tilt/sliding sunroof is sunroof sunroof switch to the resistance point on the overhead control panel.
Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof Operating from the rear passenger com- The switches are in the storage compart- Opening and closing the screen partment ment in the rear center armrest. To open or close the screen, press sunroof switch 4 at 3 or 2. The switches are in the storage compart- ment under the rear center armrest.
6 at 5 Synchronizing the power tilt/sliding ( page 216) until the tilt/sliding sun- Stopping the power tilt/sliding sunroof sunroof (Maybach 62) roof is fully raised at the rear. during Express-operation The tilt/sliding sunroof must be synchro- Keep pressing the respective switch Press sunroof switch 4 again.
Controls in detail Electrotransparent roof* Operating from the cockpit Electrotransparent roof* When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with The switch for the electrotransparent Operating the electrotransparent KEYLESS-GO** from the starter switch, roof is on the overhead control unit. roof take it with you, and lock the vehicle.
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Controls in detail Electrotransparent roof* Opening the screen Stopping the screen during Operating from the rear passenger com- Express-operation partment Slide the switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 2. Move the switch in any direction. The switches are in the storage compart- ment under the rear center armrest.
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Controls in detail Electrotransparent roof* Opening and closing the screen Making the electrotransparent roof transparent To open or close the screen, press switch 4 to the resistance point at 3 Press switch 6 at 5. or 2. The screen opens automatically and Release the switch when the screen the electrotransparent roof turns has reached the desired position.
Controls in detail Driving systems Cruise control lever Driving systems Warning! The driving systems of your vehicle are The cruise control lever is the uppermost described on the following pages: lever on the left-hand side of the steer- Cruise control is a convenience system de- ing column.
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Controls in detail Driving systems Setting current speed Briefly push the cruise control lever in Setting a lower speed direction of arrow 3. Accelerate or decelerate to the de- Depress the cruise control lever in di- Cruise control is canceled. The last sired speed.
Controls in detail Driving systems Setting to last stored speed Distronic** (“Resume” function) Warning! When activated, the Distronic adaptive cruise control system increases driving Distronic is a convenience system. Its speed convenience afforded by the cruise con- Warning! adjustment reduction capability is intend- trol during travel on expressways and ed to make cruise control more effective other major roads.
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Controls in detail Driving systems USA only: the sensor is dirty or visibility is dimin- This device has been approved by the FCC as a Warning! ished due to snow, rain or fog. The dis- “Vehicular Radar System”. The radar sensor is tance control could be impaired intended for use in an automotive radar sys- Distronic cannot take street and traffic...
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Controls in detail Driving systems If Distronic is activated, one or two seg- Immediately brake the vehicle to in complex driving situations, such as in ments come on around the set speed. avoid a collision. highway construction zones Under no circumstances should the The vehicle speed displayed on the speed- In these situations, Distronic will continue ometer can briefly vary from the speed setting...
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Controls in detail Driving systems Distronic deactivated Warning! Warning! If Distronic is deactivated, you can see the standard display of Distronic in the An intermittent warning sounds and the Distronic brakes your vehicle with a maxi- multifunction display. distance warning lamp l in the instru- mum of 6.5 ft/s (2 m/s ).
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Controls in detail Driving systems Distronic activated Cruise control lever Activating Distronic If you turn Distronic on, you will see the The Distronic system is operated by You can activate Distronic when set speed in the multifunction display for means of the cruise control lever. you are driving above 25 mph about 5 seconds.
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Controls in detail Driving systems Setting the current speed Setting a higher speed Setting a lower speed Accelerate or decelerate to the de- Briefly tip the cruise control lever in Briefly tip the cruise control lever in sired speed. direction of arrow 1 ( page 227) to direction of arrow 2 ( page 227) to increase vehicle speed in increments decrease vehicle speed in increments...
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Controls in detail Driving systems Setting to last stored speed Deactivating Distronic (“Resume” function) Warning! There are several ways to deactivate the Distronic system: Distronic switches off and releases the Warning! Briefly tip the cruise control lever in brakes when the vehicle decelerates below direction of arrow 3 ( page 227).
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Controls in detail Driving systems The distance warning function on/off Decreasing distance button and thumbwheel for setting dis- Warning! Decreasing the distance setting tells Dis- tance are located on the lower part of tronic to maintain a shorter following the front center console. If the distance warning lamp l in the distance to the vehicle ahead.
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Controls in detail Driving systems Deactivating For cleaning and care of the Distronic Distronic regulates only the distance be- sensor, see “Cleaning the Distronic sys- Press button 1 {. tween your vehicle and those directly tem sensor” ( page 346). ahead of it, but does not register station- The indicator lamp 2 on the button ary objects in the road, e.g.:...
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Controls in detail Driving systems Offset driving Lane changing Narrow vehicles A vehicle traveling in your lane but offset Distronic has not yet detected the vehicle Because of their narrow profiles, the ve- from your direct line of travel may not be changing lanes.
Controls in detail Driving systems Damping and suspension are adjusted Suspension tuning Airmatic DC (Dual Control) automatically according to your driving Airmatic automatically selects the opti- The suspension tuning is set according style and road conditions. In addition to mum suspension tuning and ride height the automatic mode designed for your for your vehicle.
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Controls in detail Driving systems Start the engine ( page 60). If both indicator lamps are on, the Vehicle level control system is set for a dynamic style of Press damping button 1 until the de- Your vehicle automatically adjusts its driving.
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Approx. 0.8 in (20 mm) Max. approx. 1.4 in (35 mm) with snow chains. The normal level of the Maybach 57 S is 0.6 in (15 mm) lower than for other mod- els. The data given in the following table...
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Normal level (Maybach 57, turned off and restarted except when Maybach 62): At a speed exceeding approximately 68 mph (110 km/h), the ride height is reduced automati- exceed a speed of 75 mph (120 km/h) cally ( page 235).
Controls in detail Driving systems The Parktronic system is an electronic aid The Parktronic system monitors the sur- Parktronic system (Parking assist) designed to assist the driver during park- roundings of your vehicle with six sensors ing maneuvers. It visually and audibly in- in the front bumper and four sensors in Warning! dicates the relative distance between the...
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( pages 38-44). range and damage to your vehicle or the ob- ject may result. Maybach 62 with partition* Ultrasonic signals from outside sources (e.g. You have an additional warning indica- truck air brakes, car wash, or jackhammers)
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Controls in detail Driving systems In case you still cannot see the warning Each warning indicator is divided into As your vehicle approaches an object, indicator after lifting up the rear view five yellow and two red segments for ei- one or more segments will come on, de- mirror: ther side of the vehicle.
20 seconds and the indicator lamp in the Parktronic switch comes on. Have the Parktronic system checked by an authorized Maybach Studio as soon as possible. If only the red segments of the Parktron- ic warning indicator go out and no warn-...
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Controls in detail Driving systems The Parking Assist System (PAS) is an op- View through the camera The 20 in (50 cm) 1, 40 in (100 cm) 2 tical parking aid. It shows you the area and 107 in (270 cm) 3 guide lines corre- behind the vehicle on the COMAND spond to the respective distance on the display 1.
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PAS. Contact an the camera is exposed to very strong continue to pay attention to the immedi- authorized Maybach Studio. white light (white stripes may appear ate surroundings while parking or maneu- on the COMAND display) vering the vehicle.
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Controls in detail Driving systems Move gear selector lever to position R This function helps you when you are re- (reverse gear). versing in a straight line or backing in at any angle. The guide line for vehicle The COMAND display will show the width 4 shows the width necessary for area behind the vehicle with guide the vehicle.
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Controls in detail Driving systems Back in straight carefully. Parallel parking Press parallel parking button 1 on front center console. The desired parking space is wide This function assists you when you wish enough if nothing protrudes into or If you press the parallel parking/back-in to park in a row, e.g.
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Controls in detail Driving systems With the vehicle at a standstill, turn steering wheel in direction of parking Warning! until extension guide line 4 inter- sects the reference point for the rear If the respective vertical guide line 2 is tire of the vehicle parked next to not yet located at the end of the parked you 3.
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Controls in detail Driving systems Back up using the set wheel angle un- til guide line 8 for straight driving is parallel to the edge of the parking space, e.g. the curb. Now straighten out steering wheel and back up until you still have just enough room behind the vehicle.
Controls in detail Loading Loading Loading instructions Warning! The total load weight including vehicle Cargo tie-down hooks occupants and luggage/cargo should not Always fasten items being carried as se- exceed the load limit indicated on the curely as possible. corresponding placard located on the driver’s door B-pillar ( page 315).
Keep compartment lids closed. This will help to prevent stored objects from being thrown around and injuring vehicle occu- pants during braking Example illustration from Maybach 57 vehicle maneuvers or an accident. 3 Vanity mirror 1 Vanity mirror lamp 4 Chrome label...
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Controls in detail Useful features Glove box Locking the glove box separately The glove box can be heated or cooled. The glove box can get very warm due to its You can lock the glove box separately, confined space ( page 201).
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Controls in detail Useful features Storage compartment in the glove box Storage compartments in the front doors A storage compartment for pens, a flash- light and a coin holder is located in the cover of the glove box. Warning! Opening Always keep the door storage compart- Lightly touch cover plate.
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Closing the storage compartment Push the cover plate 3 up until it en- gages in the lock. Storage compartments in the rear doors (Maybach 57) 1 Headphones storage compartment 2 Storage compartment 3 Opening button 1 Tabs 4 Storage compartment (for ashtray in...
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1 Storage compartment 2 Opening button for storage compart- There is no storage compartment/drawer ment in Maybach 57 with rear center seat* if your 3 Storage compartment/drawer vehicle configuration has the control panel for the rear functions* on the lower rear enter 4 Opening button for storage compart- console.
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2 in until it engages in the lock. Opening/closing the upper storage com- partment in rear center console (only Maybach 62) Example illustration from Maybach 57 Maybach 62 without partition* 1 Multifunction compartment 1 Cover 2 Button for opening multifunction...
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Controls in detail Useful features Storage pocket (only Maybach 62) Storage pockets for Maybach 62 without Storage pockets for Maybach 62 with partition* partition* Storage pockets are located on the left Storage pockets are located on the back Warning! and right side of the rear center console.
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To open, release catch 7 and swing AUX sockets, headphone jacks and CD chang- cover of the rear center armrest 6 Example illustration from Maybach 57 er, refer to the separate COMAND and Rear- upward. Cabin Audiovisual System operating instruc- 1 Upper storage compartment with in- tions.
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Storage compartments in trunk Example illustration from Maybach 57 1 Rear armrest Pull the top of armrest 1 out and Example illustration from Maybach 57 (vehi- fold it downward. cles with rear center seat*) 1 Handle 1 DVD player...
Controls in detail Useful features Closing the compartment Floormats Warning! Swing the cover up. Turn handle 1 or 4 90°. Whenever you are using floormats, make sure there is enough clearance and that Umbrella the floormats are securely fastened. An umbrella is located in the trunk. Floormats should always be securely fas- tened using eyelets 1 and retainer pins 2.
1 Rear cup holder equipment may cause damage not covered 2 Cup holder, right 2 Release catch for champagne flute/ by the Maybach Limited Warranty. bottle holder When not in use, keep the cup holder Opening 3 Release catch for cup holder closed.
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Place only champagne flutes from the Maybach Accessory range into the cham- Opening pagne flute holder. Only use those flutes Press release catch on champagne designed for use with the holder. Make flute/bottle holder 2 ( page 258).
Removing ashtray insert holder open, remove the drip tray Use the champagne flutes from the from the transmission tunnel and Maybach Accessory range. Only those flutes Warning! place it in the opening for the bottle. are designed for use with the holder.
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Controls in detail Useful features Rear compartment ashtray Reinstalling the ashtray insert Opening ashtray Install insert by pushing back into Lift lid 1 up. frame until it engages again. Lift ashtray lid 3. Close the ashtray. Removing ashtray insert Rear compartment ashtray Lift lid 1 up.
Controls in detail Useful features or using plugs that do not fit properly) can Cigarette lighters damage the lighter socket. With the socket damaged, the lighter may no longer be able to be placed in the heating (pushed-in) posi- Warning! tion, or the lighter may pop out too early with the lighter not hot enough.
Non-smokers package* Folding table* sole (standard on Maybach 62; Storage compartment in front center optional on Maybach 57) console Warning! Keep the folding table closed while the ve- hicle is in motion. Otherwise, you could be injured by the table or by objects flying off...
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Controls in detail Useful features Opening the folding table 4 To pull out the table 7 Fold out table half 5 To swing the table to the side 8 Table half 1 To raise the armrest 6 Table 9 Move table surface fore and aft 2 Loop a Tilt table surface Pull table 6 out vertically 4.
Controls in detail Useful features Closing the folding table Refrigerator control The refrigerator continues to operate for up to 2 hours after the ignition has been Fold the table halves together. switched off. If the on-board voltage falls be- Swing the table upward vertically. low the minimum level, the refrigerator will be turned off automatically.
Controls in detail Useful features Regulating the temperature Turn knob 4 to the desired position. When setting max. cooling, the tempera- ture in the refrigerator may fall below freez- ing point. Objects stored in the refrigerator such as water bottles may burst. Closing the refrigerator Press the lid down until it engages.
Maybach Studio. (on average approximately 3 weeks or Check with an authorized Maybach Studio for more). Not driving the vehicle for such availability. extended periods of time may cause the If the battery for electrical consumers is charge in the vehicle batteries to drop.
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The curtain opens automatically. To stop the procedure, press the but- ton again. Operating from the rear Rear button (only Maybach 57 without rear Rear button (example illustration from vehi- door window curtains* and with rear seat*) cles with rear door window curtains*)
Controls in detail Useful features Opening the curtain Operating from the cockpit Lightly press button 2 to resistance point. The curtain will open until you re- lease the button. Fully closing the curtain (Express-close) Press button 1 past the resistance point and release.
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Controls in detail Useful features Opening the curtain Operating from the rear Briefly press lower part 2 of button 3 or 4. The respective curtain opens. To stop the procedure, press the but- ton again. Warning! When operating the curtains, make sure Rear button (vehicles with rear center seat*) there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing proce-...
Controls in detail Useful features Closing the curtain Partition* Warning! Lightly press upper part 1 of Operating the partition button 3 or 4 to resistance point. When operating the curtains, make sure The respective curtain will close until there is no danger of anyone being you release the button.
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Controls in detail Useful features Button in cockpit Button in rear passenger compartment Button in rear passenger compartment (vehicles with rear center seat*) 1 To close the partition 1 To close the partition 1 To close the partition 2 To open the partition 2 To open the partition 2 To open the partition Open the storage compartment in...
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Controls in detail Useful features Closing the partition Operating the partition curtain Lightly press button 1 to resistance point. Warning! The partition will close until you re- lease the button. When operating the curtains, make sure there is no danger of anyone being Opening the partition harmed by the opening or closing proce- Lightly press button 2 to resistance...
Lightly press button 1 to resistance ton again. compartment, and the indicator lamp point. on the button comes on. Two-way intercom* (Maybach 62: The curtain will close until you re- standard with partition*) lease the button. With the partition closed, you can com-...
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Turn thumbwheel 1 until the de- ment/drawer in the rear center console. In Maybach 62 with a rear center seat* in sired volume has been set. the storage compartment/drawer in rear Ending the voice connection center console the buttons are on the rear center console.
Controls in detail Useful features Listening External communication Heated steering wheel (special order equipment) The steering wheel heating warms up Push microphone switch-over 5 With the communication system, you can the leather area of the steering wheel. downward. communicate with persons outside the The stalk is located on the lower left- You will hear what is being said out- vehicle over a loudspeaker and an out-...
Controls in detail Useful features Switching on for Maybach vehicles. Please contact an Indicator lamp 2 flashes or switches off authorized Maybach Studio for informa- in case of power surge or undervoltage Switch on the ignition ( page 60). tion on the installation of an approved in case of a steering wheel heating mal- external antenna.
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Closing phones can be installed in the cockpit. These mobile phone cradles can be ob- Press button 1 to close. tained from an authorized Maybach To prevent any damage, the mobile Studio. phone flap must be folded down before clos- 1 Insert the mobile phone ing the telephone compartment.
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When you take the SmartKey or SmartKey phone into connector contact 2 on with KEYLESS-GO** out of the starter switch, Please contact an authorized Maybach cradle 3. the mobile phone remains switched on for ap- Studio if you require a different mobile proximately 10 minutes (run-on time).
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Controls in detail Useful features Installing a different mobile phone cra- Mobile phone in the rear dle: Your vehicle is equipped with ® ® Bluetooth . The Bluetooth interface is located in the rear armrest. Open the storage compartment in the rear center armrest ( page 255).
Pairing is only required once for each If you have any questions regarding activa- handset. tion, please call the Maybach Assistance Cen- You will be able to make and receive ter at 1-866-FOR-MAYBach (in the USA) or hands-free phone calls using the speak- 1-888-881-6611 (in Canada).
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( page 284). An additional SOS button is located in the middle armrest of the rear seat or, in Maybach 62 vehicles with rear center seat* and partition* or two-way inter- com*, in the storage compartment/drawer in rear center console.
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GPS satellite location possible if the vehicle is able to receive signals the rear seat or, in Maybach 62 vehicles system), vehicle model, identification from the GPS satellite network and pass the with rear center seat* and partition* or number and color are generated.
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Controls in detail Useful features Initiating an emergency call manually For Maybach 57 with rear center seat*: the additional SOS button is located in the rear center console. SOS button* in the rear center console 1 Cover SOS button in the rear center console...
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Controls in detail Useful features For Maybach 62 with rear center seat*: Briefly press on the cover of the Roadside Assistance button • the additional SOS button is located in emergency call button 1 with the The Roadside Assistance button • is the storage compartment/drawer.
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The message CALL button • (for longer than your vehicle to the nearest authorized FAILED appears in the multifunction display. Maybach Studio. For services such as la- 2 seconds). Roadside Assistance calls can be termi- bor and/or towing, charges may apply.
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Disconnect the coiled cord and tiate a call. Visit your Maybach Studio and place the call. The COMAND navigation sys- tablished. Information regarding the op- have the system checked or contact the tem (if engaged) will continue to run.
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Contact the Maybach Assistance Cen- Pass this number on to the Maybach ter at Once the vehicle is unlocked, a Response Cen- Response Center along with your...
Controls in detail Useful features Garage door opener Warning! The integrated remote control is capable of operating up to three separately con- Before programming the integrated re- trolled devices. It provides a convenient mote control to a garage door opener or way to replace up to three hand-held re- gate operator, make sure people and ob- mote controls used to operate devices...
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Controls in detail Useful features Programming or reprogramming the Step 3: Step 5: integrated remote control Hold the end of hand-held remote After indicator lamp 1 changes from control 5 of the device you wish to a slow to a rapidly flashing light, re- Step 1: train approximately 2 to 5 in lease the hand-held remote control...
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Controls in detail Useful features Rolling code programming Step 10: Gate operator/Canadian programming To train a garage door opener (or other Return to the vehicle and firmly press, Canadian radio-frequency laws require rolling code devices) with the rolling hold for 2 seconds and release the transmitter signals to “time-out”...
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Controls in detail Useful features While still holding down the signal Reprogramming a single signal transmit- Erasing the remote control memory transmitter button (2, 3 or 4), ter button Switch on the ignition ( page 60). “cycle” your hand-held remote con- To program a device using a signal trans- trol button 6 as follows: Press and Simultaneously press and hold outer...
Controls in detail Useful features While performing step 3, hold hand- Infrared reflecting windshield held remote control 5 at different lengths and angles from the signal transmitter button (2, 3 or 4) you are programming. Attempt varying angles at the distance of 2 to 5 in (5 to 12 cm) away or the same angle at varying distances.
Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...
Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) The more cautiously you treat your vehi- The first 1000 miles (1500 km) All of the above instructions, as may apply cle during the break-in period, the more to your vehicle type, also apply when driving In the “Operation”...
Warning! (U.S. vehicles) or FSS (Canada vehi- If there is a malfunction in the electro-hy- cles). Contact an authorized Maybach draulic brake system, we recommend that Make sure that absolutely no objects are Studio. the vehicle be transported with all wheels obstructing the pedals’...
This helps prevent overheating of so may cause serious damage to the drivetrain ways: the brakes and reduces brake pad wear. which is not covered by the Maybach Limited Keep right foot firmly on brake pedal. Warranty. After hard braking, it is advisable to Firmly depress parking brake pedal.
Maybach Studio or tire dealer for repairs. You should pay particular attention to Specified tire inflation pressures must be the condition of the road whenever the maintained.
( page 436) for a listing of winter tires maximum speed rating of the tires. tire’s sidewall, any authorized Maybach approved by us for use on Maybach vehi- Exceeding the maximum speed for which Studio will be glad to assist you.
Any such damage is not cov- Warning! roads can bring road-salt-impaired brak- ered by the Maybach Limited Warranty. ing efficiency back to normal. The outside temperature indicator is not Passenger compartment If the vehicle is parked after being driven...
Warning! plan to drive into areas which are not tant element in conjunction with the listed in the index of your Maybach oxygen sensors to achieve substantial Never operate radio transmitters equipped Studio directory, you should request per- control of the pollutants in the exhaust with a built-in or attached antenna (i.e.
Doing so may cause serious engine damage factory specifications. Any adjustments (such as a garage) which are not properly which is not covered by the Maybach Limited to the engine should therefore be ventilated. If you think that exhaust gas Warranty.
Operation At the gas station The fuel filler flap is located on the right Open the fuel filler flap by pushing at At the gas station hand side of the vehicle towards the the point indicated by the arrow 1. rear.
For more information on gasoline, see the Windshield washer system and head- Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet lamp cleaning system (USA only) or contact an authorized Maybach Studio. For more information on refilling the res- ervoir, see “Windshield washer system Leaving the engine running and the fuel and headlamp cleaning system”...
Operation Engine compartment Engine compartment Warning! Warning! Hood You could be injured when the hood is The engine is equipped with a transistor- open – even when the engine is turned off. ized ignition system. Because of the high Warning! voltage it is dangerous to touch any com- Parts of the engine can become very hot.
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Operation Engine compartment Closing Let the hood drop from a height of approximately 1 ft (30 cm). The hood will lock audibly. Warning! Check to make sure the hood is fully closed. When closing the hood, use extreme cau- If you can raise the hood at a point tion not to catch hands or fingers.
“Technical data” ( page 440) and display: use on Maybach vehicles may cause damage ( page 441). not covered by the Maybach Limited Warranty. Other display messages...
If there is excessive engine oil with the engine or emission control system damage For more information on engine oil, see engine at normal operating tempera- not covered by the Maybach Limited “Technical data” ( page 440) and ture, the following message will appear: Warranty.
Operation Engine compartment Windshield washer system and Warning! headlamp cleaning system The windshield washer reservoir is locat- In order to avoid any potentially serious ed in the engine compartment. burns: Use extreme caution when opening the hood if there are any signs of steam or coolant leaking from the cooling system, or if the coolant tem- perature gauge indicates that the cool-...
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Operation Engine compartment Always use washer solvent/antifreeze Warning! where temperatures may fall below freezing point. Failure to do so could result in damage to the washer system/reservoir. Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flam- mable. Do not spill washer solvent/ Only use washer fluid which is suitable for antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it plastic lenses.
They can also offer advice Retreaded tires are not tested or recom- roads are sharply reduced at tread concerning tire service and purchase. mended by us for use on Maybach vehicles, depths of less than in (3 mm). since previous damage cannot always be When replacing individual tires, you recognized on retreads.
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Operation Tires and wheels Tire inspection Warning! Warning! Every time you check your tire inflation pressure, you should also inspect your Tires and spare tire should be replaced af- Although the applicable federal motor tires for the following: ter 6 years, regardless of the remaining safety laws consider a tire to be worn excessive treadwear ( page 314) tread.
Operation Tires and wheels Storing tires Loading the vehicle Two labels on your vehicle show how Keep unmounted tires in a cool, dry place much weight it may properly carry. with as little exposure to light as possible. Pro- tect tires from contact with oil, grease and 1) The Tire and Loading Information gasoline.
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Operation Tires and wheels Locate the statement “The combined Data shown on placard example are for il- weight of occupants and cargo lustration purposes only. Load limit data are should never exceed XXX kilograms specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the illustration below.
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Operation Tires and wheels Step 2 Step 5 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load Determine the combined weight of Determine the combined weight of capacities with varying seating configu- the driver and passengers that will be luggage and cargo being loaded on rations and number and size of occu- riding in your vehicle.
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Operation Tires and wheels Example Combined Number of Seating Occupants weight Combined Available cargo/luggage and trailer weight limit occupants configura- weight of all tongue weight (total load limit mi- of occupants (driver and tion occupants nus combined weight of all occu- and cargo passengers) pants)
You can ob- on the driver’s door B-pillar tain the GVWR and GAWR from the Your Maybach has been designed prima- ( page 315). certification label. The certification label rily to carry passengers and their cargo.
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Operation Tires and wheels In addition to the Tire and Loading Infor- The Tire and Loading Information plac- If you will be driving your vehicle at high mation placard on the driver’s door B-pil- ard lists the recommended cold tire infla- speeds of 100 mph (160 km/h) or higher, lar, also consult the fuel filler flap for any tion pressures for maximum loaded...
Operation Tires and wheels Checking tire inflation pressure Checking tire inflation pressure manually Warning! Regularly check your tire inflation pres- sure at least once a month. Follow the steps below to achieve correct Follow recommend tire inflation pressures. tire inflation pressure: Check and adjust the tire inflation Do not underinflate tires.
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Operation Tires and wheels Checking tire inflation pressure Press button j or k repeatedly Canada only: electronically until the current tire inflation pres- This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry sures for each tire appear in the mul- Canada. Operation is subject to the following The tire inflation pressure monitor only two conditions: tifunction display.
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Operation Tires and wheels Reactivating the tire inflation pressure Press button j or k repeatedly The recommended tire inflation pressures monitor until you see the current tire inflation for your vehicle can be found on the tire plac- pressures for each tire appear in the ard located on the driver’s door B-pillar The tire inflation pressure monitor must page 315).
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Operation Tires and wheels Press the æ button. Check the tire inflation pressures and correct them if necessary. Warning! The following message will appear in the multifunction display: Reactivate the tire inflation pressure monitor. Driving with underinflated or damaged TIRE PRES. MONITOR tire(s) produces worse than normal and un- REACTIVATED Flat tire...
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Operation Tires and wheels Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires Warning! Warning! Underinflated tires Follow recommended tire inflation Follow recommended tire inflation pressures. pressures. Underinflated tires can: Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires cause excessive and uneven tire wear tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, can adversely affect handling and ride...
Operation Tires and wheels 1 Uniform Quality Grading Standards Tire size designation, load and speed rat- Tire labeling ( page 331) Besides tire name (sales designation) and 2 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) manufacturer name, a number of mark- ( page 329) ings can be found on a tire.
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Operation Tires and wheels General: Tire code Warning! Depending on the design standards The tire code 3 ( page 326) indicates used, the tire size molded into the side- the tire construction type. The “R” stands wall may have no letter or a letter pre- for radial tire type.
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Operation Tires and wheels Tire speed rating Summer tires If your tire includes “ZR” in the size designation and no service The tire speed rating 6 ( page 326) description 5 and 6 ( page 326) is Index Speed rating indicates the approved maximum speed given, the tire manufacturer must be for the tire.
Operation Tires and wheels All-season and winter tires C, D, E: designates load range associated Load identification with the maximum load a tire can carry at a specified pressure. Index Speed rating Q M+S up to 100 mph (160 km/h) DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) T M+S up to 118 mph (190 km/h)
Operation Tires and wheels Manufacturer’s identification mark Maximum tire load The manufacturer’s identification mark 2 denotes the tire manufacturer. New tires have a mark with two symbols. Retreaded tires have a mark with four symbols. For more information on re- treaded tires ( page 313).
Operation Tires and wheels For more information on tire load rating Uniform Tire Quality Grading Stan- ( page 328). Warning! dards (U.S. vehicles) For information on calculating total and Tire manufacturers are required to grade cargo load capacities ( page 316). Never exceed the max.
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Operation Tires and wheels Quality grades can be found, where ap- Traction Temperature plicable, on the tire sidewall between The traction grades, from highest to low- The temperature grades are A (the high- tread shoulder and maximum section est, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades est), B, and C, representing the tire’s re- width.
Operation Tires and wheels Tire ply material Tire and loading terminology Another metric unit for air pressure. Accessory weight There are 14.5038 pounds per square The combined weight (in excess of those inch (psi) to 1 bar; there are standard items which may be replaced) 100 kilopascals (kPa) to 1 bar.
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Operation Tires and wheels GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Maximum load rating Production options weight The GAWR is the maximum permissible The maximum load in kilograms and The combined weight of those installed axle weight. The gross vehicle weight on pounds that can be carried by the tire.
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Operation Tires and wheels TIN (Tire Identification Number) Total load limit Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards Unique identifier which facilitates ef- Rated cargo and luggage load plus A tire information system that provides forts by tire manufacturers to notify pur- 68 kilograms (150 lb) times the vehicle’s consumers with ratings for a tire’s trac- chasers in recall situations or other safety...
110 lb-ft (150 Nm). 3000 to 6000 miles (5000 to 10000 km), If your vehicle is equipped with mixed-size Only use Genuine Maybach wheel bolts or sooner if necessary, according to the tires (different tire dimensions front vs. specified for your vehicle’s rims.
If you install winter tires, have an autho- Before the onset of winter, have your ve- the maximum speed for which your tires rized Maybach Studio limit the speed of hicle winterized at an authorized are rated is below the speed rating of your vehicle to the speed rating of the Maybach Studio.
Use only snow chains that are snow conditions. Use of winter tires is approved by us for use on Maybach the only way to achieve the maximum ef- Snow chains vehicles. Any authorized Maybach ®...
'A' SERVICE FSS evaluates engine temperature, oil lev- Maybach Studio, in accordance with the IN X DAY el, vehicle speed, engine speed, distance Maintenance Booklet at the times called driven and the time elapsed since the last...
The automotive maintenance facil- tor will result in engine damage and/or other ity carrying out the maintenance service vehicle damage not covered by the Maybach will find the information for resetting Limited Warranty. the maintenance service indicator in the maintenance-relevant information for your vehicle.
Brake fluid keep them out of reach of children. treatment is neither necessary nor rec- Bird droppings ommended by us for use on Maybach ve- hicles because of the possibility of Your authorized Maybach Studio offers a Insects incompatibility between materials used high-end care product case* to ensure that Tree resins, etc.
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You can obtain car-care products ap- of the power washer. Paint Care approved by us for use on proved by us for use on Maybach vehicles Never use a round nozzle to power-wash tires. Maybach vehicles should be applied at an authorized Maybach Studio.
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Wax approved by us for use on Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO**: Maybach vehicles, should be applied to If an outside door handle is hit by a strong jet Automatic car wash the engine compartment after every en-...
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Car Shampoo approved by us for Do not use chrome cleaner on ornamental use on Maybach vehicles, with plenty When leaving the car wash, make sure the moldings. Although ornamental moldings of water.
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Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Car Shampoo approved by us for Use a mild car wash detergent, such use on Maybach vehicles, with plenty as Car Shampoo approved by us for of water and a soft, non-scratching...
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Fold the windshield wiper arms back onto ing Car Shampoo approved by us for the windshield before turning the SmartKey in the starter switch or pressing the use on Maybach vehicles with plenty KEYLESS-GO** start/stop button (vehicles of water. with KEYLESS-GO**).
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Otherwise you may scratch or damage the sur- When applying Tire Care and Wheel Care face. products approved by us for use on Maybach vehicles, take care not to spray them on the brake disks.
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Seat belts The cup holder opens. Use Carpet and Fabric Care approved Only use clear, lukewarm water and by us for use on Maybach vehicles for soap. Push one of the release catches 3 cleaning the carpets. upward and, at the same time, press...
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Do not use Leather Care approved by us Leather upholstery erwise be injured by the panel. for use on Maybach vehicles on nubuck leath- er or any solvents to clean nubuck leather. Please note that leather upholstery is a natural product and is therefore subject Avoid hard scrubbing on nubuck leather.
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Push the inside panel upward until it Make sure the rear passenger compart- thorized Maybach Studio. ment is empty and that the inside panel does engages. not come into contact with any objects left in The message disappears from the the rear compartment.
Practical hints What to do if … Where will I find ...? Unlocking/locking in an emergency Opening/closing in an emergency Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Batteries Jump starting Towing the vehicle Fuses...
Continue driving with added caution. Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather condi- tions. Have the system checked at an autho- rized Maybach Studio as soon as possi- ble.
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Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution ® ® The yellow ABS/ESP The ESP , ABS or traction control has come When driving off, apply as little throt- warning lamp flashes into operation because of detected trac- tle as possible.
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® available. Have the system checked at an autho- If the ABS control unit is malfunctioning, rized Maybach Studio as soon as possi- other systems such as Parktronic, ble. Distronic**, the navigation system and the Failure to follow these instructions in- automatic transmission can also malfunc- creases the risk of an accident.
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Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution < The red seat belt telltale The seat belt telltale reminds you and your Fasten your seat belt. comes on for a maxi- passengers to fasten your seat belts before Regardless of whether the seat belts mum of 6 seconds after driving off.
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Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution < During driving the red The vehicle’s speed once exceeded 15 mph Fasten your seat belt. seat belt telltale flashes (25 km/h) and you and/or your front pas- The seat belt telltale goes out and the and you additionally senger have forgotten to fasten your seat...
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You should stop and check your tires as manual. thorized Maybach Studio immediately to soon as possible, and inflate them to the have the system checked; otherwise the proper pressure as indicated on the vehi- SRS may not be activated when needed in cle’s tire information placard.
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Carefully stop the vehicle in a safe lo- sound. cation or as soon as it is safe to do so and notify an authorized Maybach Studio. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. If you find that the brake fluid in the...
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The yellow engine mal- There is a malfunction in: Have the vehicle checked as soon as possi- function indicator ble by an authorized Maybach Studio. (USA only) The fuel management system lamp comes on while An on-board diagnostic connector is used The ignition system driving.
The system is malfunctioning. Have the system checked as soon as AIRBAG OFF off indicator lamp illuminates and possible by an authorized Maybach remains illuminated with the Studio. weight of a typical adult or some- Read and observe messages in the...
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If the light remains out, have the system checked as soon as possible by an autho- rized Maybach Studio. Do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. Read and observe messages in the multi- function display and follow corrective steps ( page 369).
Failure to repair condition noted may ing and malfunction messages that may be cleared from the multifunction dis- cause damage not covered by the Maybach appear in the malfunction display. play using reset button J ( page 154) Limited Warranty, or result in property or button j, k, ÿ, or è...
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The BAS is also switched off. Have the system checked at an authorized The electro-hydraulic brake system is Maybach Studio as soon as possible. still functioning normally but without ® the ABS, the ESP , and the BAS avail- Failure to follow these instructions increases able.
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ABLE AGAIN. The electrical consumers are switched on again. DISTRONIC DRIVE TO WORKSHOP Distronic** is malfunctioning or the Contact an authorized Maybach Studio as display is malfunctioning. soon as possible. CURRENTLY Distronic** is switched off and is tem- Try activating Distronic** again later.
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Practical hints What to do if … Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution DISTRONIC CURRENTLY Distronic** is switched off because: Clean if necessary the Distronic** cover in UNAVAILABLE the front bumper ( page 346). the Distronic** cover in the front SEE OPERATORS MANUAL bumper is dirty.
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SEE OPERATORS MANUAL switched off. Have the system checked at an authorized The ABS may not be operational. Maybach Studio as soon as possible. The electro-hydraulic brake system is Failure to follow these instructions increases still functioning normally but without the risk of an accident.
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Practical hints What to do if … Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution FRONT PASSENGER Front passenger front airbag is acti- Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as possible and check AIRBAG ENABLED vated while driving even though a the front passenger seat for the following: child, small individual, or object be- Apply the parking brake.
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OCS ( page 88), the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indi- cator lamp will remain illuminated or go out. If above conditions are not met, the system is not working prop- erly. Have the system checked as soon as possible by an autho- rized Maybach Studio.
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Practical hints What to do if … Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution FRONT PASSENGER Front passenger front air bag is deac- Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as possible and check AIRBAG DISABLED tivated while driving even though an the front passenger seat for the following: adult or someone larger than a small Apply the parking brake.
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If above conditions are not met, the system is not working prop- erly. Have the system checked as soon as possible by an autho- rized Maybach Studio. adult occupant on the front passenger seat Warning!
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P. The system is malfunctioning. Drive with added caution to the nearest MALFUNCTION VISIT WORKSHOP authorized Maybach Studio. TELE AID One or more main functions of the Have the Tele Aid system checked by an au- MALFUNCTION Tele Aid system are malfunctioning.
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Practical hints What to do if … Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution TIRE PRES. MONITOR There was a tire inflation pressure Reactivate the tire inflation pressure moni- REACTIVATE AFTER warning message. tor after correcting the tire inflation pres- CORRECTING PRES. sure values ( page 323).
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TIRE PRES. MONITOR The tire inflation pressure monitor or Have the tire inflation pressure monitor NOT OPERATIONAL the wheel sensor is malfunctioning. checked by an authorized Maybach Studio. DRIVE TO WORKSHOP A wheel without proper sensor was Have the wheels checked. installed.
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MALFUNCTION Listen for scraping noises. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Contact an authorized Maybach Studio as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. AIRMATIC The Airmatic system has only limited Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h).
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Drive immediately to the nearest authorized Maybach Studio. Adapt driving to be consis- tent with reduced braking responsiveness. Read and observe messages about the elec- tro-hydraulic brake system in the multifunc- tion display.
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The maximum speed is limited to blocking wheels with wheel chocks or other 55 mph (90 km/h). sizable, heavy objects ( page 414). Contact an authorized Maybach Studio or call for Roadside Assistance ( page 285). If there is a malfunction in the electro-hy- Warning!
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Practical hints What to do if … Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution REDUCED BRAKE POWER The battery has insufficient voltage Start the engine. START ENGINE and cannot supply sufficient power (USA only) The message disappears when sufficient volt- to the electro-hydraulic brake system. age is available.
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Drive immediately to the nearest authorized distance is increased. (Canada only) Maybach Studio. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of accident. If there is a malfunction in the electro-hy- Warning!
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( page 182). Cautiously continue driving so that the air stream will cool down the brakes. SERVICE BRAKE There are malfunctions, but the elec- Contact an authorized Maybach Studio as VISIT WORKSHOP tro-hydraulic brake system is operat- soon as possible. ing normally.
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Have brake pad replacement and other work on the electro-hydraulic brake sys- tem carried out by qualified technicians only. Contact your Maybach Studio for fur- ther information. The electro-hydraulic brake system must be deactivated prior to working on the system. High pressure is in- termittently built up in the system as part of its automatic self-test.
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Do not ignore the low engine coolant lev- el warning. Extended driving with the mes- Warning! sage and symbol displayed may cause serious engine damage not covered by the Maybach Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts. Limited Warranty. Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which...
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Do not continue to drive. Otherwise the en- gine will overheat due to an inoperative wa- ter pump which may result in damage to the engine. Contact an authorized Maybach Studio. If it is intact: Wait for the message to disappear before re- starting the engine.
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Warning! ature may rise close to approximately Doing so may cause serious engine damage 248°F (120°C). which is not covered by the Maybach Limited Driving when your engine is overheat- Warranty. ed can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compart- ment to catch fire.
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The following systems may have failed: Coolant temperature display Tachometer Cruise control display VISIT WORKSHOP There may be a malfunction in the: Contact an authorized Maybach Studio as soon as possible. Fuel injection system Ignition system Exhaust system Fuel system DISPLAY MALFUNCTION The displays for several systems have Continue driving with added caution.
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ADD 1.0 QT. OIL if the oil level drops further. displayed could result in serious engine dam- AT GAS STATION age that is not covered by the Maybach If no oil leaks are noted, continue to Limited Warranty. (Canada: 1.0 LITER)
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Add engine oil. ENGINE OIL LEVEL The measuring system is malfunction- Have the measuring system checked by an au- ing. thorized Maybach Studio. CANNOT BE MEASURED ENTRY POSITION Seat, mirrors and steering wheel have Wait until the seat, mirrors and steering not yet moved to their preset driving wheel have moved to their driving positions.
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Practical hints What to do if … Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** Replace the batteries ( page 405). CHECK BATTERY batteries are discharged. The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** is Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soon as NOT RECOGNIZED not recognized while the engine is it is safe to do so.
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Remove the SmartKey from the starter SmartKey. switch. REPLACE KEY The SmartKey is malfunctioning. Contact an authorized Maybach Studio as soon as possible. AUTO-LIGHT The light sensor is malfunctioning. In the control system, set lamp operation to The headlamps switch on manual ( page 173).
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What to do if … Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution HIGH BEAM The left high beam flasher lamp is Contact an authorized Maybach Studio as LEFT malfunctioning. soon as possible. HIGH BEAM The right high beam flasher lamp is Contact an authorized Maybach Studio as RIGHT malfunctioning.
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Replace the bulb as soon as possible FRONT LEFT malfunctioning. ( page 407) or contact an authorized Maybach Studio as soon as possible. MARKER LAMP The right front side marker lamp is Replace the bulb as soon as possible malfunctioning.
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The right front turn signal lamp is Replace the bulb as soon as possible malfunctioning. ( page 407) or contact an authorized Maybach Studio as soon as possible. BRAKE LAMP-LEFT The left brake lamp is malfunction- Contact an authorized Maybach Studio as ing.
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What to do if … Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution PARKING LAMP-LEFT The left rear standing lamps are mal- Contact an authorized Maybach Studio as AUXILIARY LAMP ON functioning. A substitute bulb is be- soon as possible. ing used. PARKING LAMP-RIGHT...
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What to do if … Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution STEERING GEAR OIL The steering oil has dropped to a crit- Contact an authorized Maybach Studio as PLEASE CHECK ical level. soon as possible. TELE AID BATTERY The emergency power battery for the...
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Change the damaged wheel ( page 413). Have the damaged wheel repaired or re- placed at an authorized Maybach Studio. TIRE PRESSURE The tire pressure in one or more tires Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding CHECK TIRES is already below the minimum value.
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Change the wheel ( page 413). Have the damaged wheel repaired or re- placed at an authorized Maybach Studio. TIRE PRESSURE, LF The left front tire inflation pressure is Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt.
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( page 321). If necessary, change the wheel ( page 413). Have the damaged wheel repaired or re- placed at an authorized Maybach Studio. TIRE PRESSURE, LR The left rear tire is deflating. Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding CAUTION, TIRE PRES.
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Change the wheel ( page 413). Have the damaged wheel repaired or re- placed at an authorized Maybach Studio. TIRE PRESSURE, RR The right rear tire inflation pressure is Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt.
Practical hints Where will I find ...? Where will I find ...? Vehicle jack, vehicle tool kit, luggage To prevent damage, always disengage bowl, spare wheel trunk floor handle from trunk edge and lower First aid kit trunk floor before closing the trunk. The spare wheel, the vehicle tool kit and The first aid kit is stored in the storage The vehicle tool kit includes:...
Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Removing the mechanical key Unlocking the driver’s door Unlocking/locking in an emergency Unlocking the vehicle If you are unable to unlock the vehicle using the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO**, open the driver’s door and the trunk us- ing the mechanical key, see “Anti-theft alarm system”...
Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Unlocking and opening the trunk If necessary, lock the trunk with the The trunk lid swings open automatically. mechanical key ( page 127). Always make sure there is sufficient overhead A minimum height clearance of 6.2 ft clearance.
Manual pouch. Power tilt/sliding sunroof Turn off the engine by pressing the Insert crank 2 through hole. (Maybach 57) KEYLESS-GO** button on the gear se- Turn crank 2 clockwise to: You can open or close the tilt/sliding sun- lector lever once ( page 78).
Pull cover 2 off of the rear center in- Power tilt/sliding sunroof manually strument. (Maybach 62) Insert crank 1 inclined through hole. The tilt/sliding sunroof drive is located Removing the T-handle crank behind cover 2 in the roof lining with...
2. KEYLESS-GO** ( page 401). When replacing batteries, always replace both batteries. Check the operation of the SmartKey/ SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO**. The required replacement batteries are avail- able at any Maybach Studio.
Correct headlamp adjustment is ex- Read and observe the messages in the multi- tremely important. Have headlamps function display ( page 393). checked and readjusted at regular inter- vals and when a bulb has been replaced. See an authorized Maybach Studio for headlamp adjustment.
6 Corner-illuminat- H3 55 W ing lamp 7 Parking and W 5 W Blue standing lamp 8 High beam flasher H7-55 W Bi-Xenon headlamps: For safety reasons (high voltage), do not replace the Xenon bulb yourself. See an authorized Maybach Studio.
Turn the exterior lamp switch to M lowing lamps replaced by an autho- ( page 142). Bulbs and bulb sockets can get very hot. rized Maybach Studio: Allow the lamp to cool down before Open the hood ( page 307) (except Additional turn signal lamp and changing a bulb.
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Practical hints Replacing bulbs High beam flasher bulbs Corner-illuminating lamps Twist housing cover 1 ( page 408) Twist housing cover 1 ( page 408) counterclockwise and pull out. counterclockwise and pull out. Twist bulb socket 5 counterclock- Press bulb holder for corner-illumi- wise and pull out.
Practical hints Replacing bulbs Front turn signal and side marker lamp Insert new bulb in socket, push in and bulb twist clockwise. Warning! Reinsert bulb socket 3 in lamp and Turn the wheels so that the wheel at Before reaching into the wheel housing, twist clockwise.
Practical hints Replacing wiper blades Fold the wiper arms forward until Replacing wiper blades they snap into place. Warning! To avoid damage to the hood, the wiper Turn the wiper blade at a right angle arms should only be folded forward when in For safety reasons, switch off wipers and to wiper arm.
Make certain that the wiper blades are prop- erly installed. Improperly installed wiper blades may cause windshield damage. For your convenience, you should have this work carried out by an authorized Maybach Studio.
Open the driver’s door (this puts the tire at the nearest Maybach Studio. starter switch in position 0, same as Never operate the vehicle with more than with the SmartKey removed from the one spare tire.
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Practical hints Flat tire Lifting the vehicle Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack on a level surface. However, Warning! should circumstances require you to do so on a hill, place the wheel chock The jack is designed exclusively for jacking and the other sizeable, heavy object up the vehicle at the jack support tube as follows:...
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Do not continue to Take ratchet 5 out of vehicle tool drive under these circumstances! Contact kit. an authorized Maybach Studio or call Place ratchet 5 on jack 3 so that Roadside Assistance. you can see the letters UP.
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321) until the depressurized following the diagonal sequence il- tire is no longer in the vehicle. lustrated (1 to 5), until all bolts are Use only Genuine equipment Maybach tight. Observe a tightening torque of wheel bolts. Other wheel bolts may come loose.
If you do not intend to operate your ve- apron and faceguard. hicle for an extended period of time, consult an authorized Maybach Studio about steps you need to observe. Wear eye protection. Rinse any acid spills immedi- ately with clear water.
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Maybach vehicles to maintain Have the battery checked regularly by an au- the battery charge. Contact an authorized thorized Maybach Studio.
Read and observe safety instructions system operation and switch it into its Using the Maybach battery charger* and precautions ( page 417). emergency operation mode. The same ap- page 267), it is only possible to charge or plies if battery is disconnected.
Synchronize side windows ( page 210). Install starter battery in the designat- Maybach vehicles is being used. Gases may ed location in the engine compart- Synchronize tilt/sliding sunroof escape during charging and cause explo- ment.
Let the battery thaw out Never lean over batteries while connecting nearest authorized Maybach Studio. first. or jump starting, you might get injured. Excessive unburned fuel generated by repeat- Only jump start from batteries with Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid.
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You can now turn on the lights. charged battery with positive terminal 4 of the discharged battery Have the starter battery checked at with the jumper cable. Clamp cable the nearest authorized Maybach to charged battery 2 first. Studio. Never invert the terminal connections.
Practical hints Towing the vehicle Towing the vehicle Warning! Warning! We recommend that Maybach vehicles be transported with all wheels off the If circumstances require towing the vehicle The electro-hydraulic brake system re- ground using flatbed or appropriate with all wheels on the ground, always tow quires electrical power to operate.
Practical hints Towing the vehicle Installing towing eye bolt If the vehicle is towed with the front axle To signal turns while being towed with raised, the gear selector lever must be in the hazard warning flasher in use, switch on position N and the engine must be shut off the ignition and activate the combination (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1).
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Practical hints Towing the vehicle Removing cover Removing towing eye bolt Pry off cover 1 using lower recess. Loosen towing eye bolt counterclock- wise with wheel wrench. Lift cover off to reveal the threaded hole for towing eye bolt. Unscrew towing eye bolt. Store towing eye bolt and wheel Installing towing eye bolt wrench in the vehicle tool kit in the...
Vehicles with SmartKey with with the amperage recommended in the fuse ( page 428) KEYLESS-GO**: allocation chart. A Maybach Studio will be happy to advise you. Turn off the engine by pressing the Aids for replacing fuses KEYLESS-GO** button on the gear se- Fuse chart lector lever once ( page 79).
Practical hints Fuses Opening Opening Fuse boxes in engine compartment Take crank out of vehicle document Open the passenger door. pouch. Insert flat, blunt object as a lever into Loosen retaining screws with crank. the edge of the cover 1 at the posi- tion indicated by the arrow.
Practical hints Fuses Opening Fuse box in the trunk Turn locking knob 1 90°. Pull trim panel 2 upward and remove it. Closing Attach trim panel 2 into the opening at the top. Turn locking knob 1 90°. 1 Locking knob 2 Trim panel...
Technical data Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly-V-belt drive Engine Rims and tires Electrical system Main dimensions and weights Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Maybach vehicles could damage the vehi- the necessary technical data for your ve- work. In addition, strategically located cle, which is not covered by the Maybach hicle. Limited Warranty, or could compromise the parts distribution centers provide quick vehicle’s durability or safety.
Warranty coverage Replacement parts and accessories are Warranty coverage Loss of Service and Warranty covered by the Maybach Parts and Acces- Information Booklet Your vehicle is covered under the terms sories warranties, copies of which are Should you lose your Service and of the warranties printed in the Service available at any Maybach Studio.
Technical data Identification labels Identification labels Example certification label (U.S. vehicles) Example certification label (Canada vehicles) 2 VIN 2 VIN 1 Certification label (on driver’s 3 Paintwork code 3 Paintwork code B-pillar) Data shown on certification label are for The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) illustration purposes only.
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Technical data Identification labels 4 VIN 5 Engine number (engraved on engine) 6 VIN (lower edge of windshield) 7 Emission control information label, includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission stan- dards Vacuum line routing diagram label When ordering parts, please specify vehi- cle identification and engine numbers.
Poly-V-belt 2713 mm 2713 mm The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Maybach Studio for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.
Rims and tires Using tires other than those approved by Further information on tires and rims is us for use on Maybach vehicles can have det- available at any authorized Maybach Studio. rimental effects, such as A placard with the recommended tire infla- Only use tires which have been and tested tion pressures is located on the driver’s door...
Technical data Rims and tires Same size tires Model Maybach 57 Maybach 57 S Maybach 62 Maybach 62 S Rims (light alloy) 8 J x 19 8.5 J x 20 Wheel offset 2.64 in (67 mm) 2.64 in (67 mm)
Technical data Main dimensions and weights Main dimensions and weights Main dimensions Model Maybach 57 Maybach 57 S Maybach 62 Maybach 62 S Overall vehicle length 225.5 in (5728 mm) 225.5 in (5728 mm) 242.7 in (6165 mm) Overall vehicle width (exterior rear 84.0 in (2134 mm)
Please refer to the Factory Approved Keep service fluids out of the reach of Service Products pamphlet (USA only), or children. inquire at your Maybach Studio. For health reasons, you should prevent service fluids from coming into direct contact with your skin or clothing.
Never use R-12 (CFC) or mineral-based lu- on Maybach vehicles is recommended. engine or emission control system damage bricating oil. Otherwise damage to the system Your authorized Maybach Studio will not covered by the Maybach Limited will occur. Warranty. provide you with additional information.
Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Premium unleaded gasoline Fuel requirements To maintain the engine’s durability and performance, premium unleaded gasoline Only use premium unleaded fuel must be used. If premium unleaded gasoline is Warning! The octane number (posted at the not available and low octane fuel is used, fol- low these precautions: pump) must be 91 min.
Freeze protection posits. proved by us for use on Maybach vehicles are Boiling protection (by increasing the After an extended period of using fuels not covered by the Maybach Limited...
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Please make sure the solution or other products approved by than 55% anticorrosion/antifreeze mixture is in accordance with label in- us for use on Maybach vehicles of equal (freeze protection to approximately structions. specification are used to renew the cool- –49°F [–45°C]), the engine temperature...
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All models (main cooling system) 9.0 US qt (8.5 l) 9.9 US qt (9.4 l) Maybach 57, Maybach 62 (low temperature cooling system) 1.16 US qt (1.1 l) 1.27 US qt (1.2 l) Maybach 57 S, Maybach 62 S (low temperature cooling 1.27 US qt (1.2 l)
Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Refill the reservoir with Windshield and headlamp washer fluid Windshield washer system and head- mixing ratio MB Windshield Washer Concentrate lamp cleaning system and water (or concentrate and com- Both the windshield washer system and For temperatures above freezing point, mercially available premixed wind- headlamp cleaning system are supplied...
Overview of rear passenger compart- ADS 233 Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 400, ment Air cleaner see Air filter Maybach 57 202 Air conditioning refrigerant 441 Anticorrosion/antifreeze 440, 443, 445 Maybach 62 204 Air conditioning system see Automatic Antiglare, Rear view mirrors 186...
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Index Automatic transmission 178 Batteries, SmartKey Brakes 298 Accelerator position 181 Checking battery condition 116 Warning lamp 360 Automatic shift program 183 Replacing 405 Break-in the vehicle 296 Emergency operation (Limp-Home Batteries, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** Bulbs, replacing see Replacing bulbs Mode) 185 Checking battery condition 121 Gear ranges 182...
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Index Children in the vehicle 95 Convenience submenu Delayed switch-off Airbags 84 Setting automatic locking 176 Exterior lamps 174 Blocking of rear window Coolant 310, 443 Interior lighting 175 operation 100 Adding 311 Department of Transportation see DOT Infant and child restraint systems 96 Anticorrosion/antifreeze mixing ratio Difficulties LATCH-type child seat anchors 99...
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Hydroplaning 300 Warning lamp 107 Closing the rear doors automatically In winter 301 ® Electronic Stability Program see ESP from the inside (Maybach 62) 123 Instructions 297 Electrotransparent roof lighting* 152 Entry lamps 153 Problems 76 Electrotransparent roof* 218 Inside door handle 122...
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Index Emergency operations Engine External communication (special order Locking/unlocking the vehicle 401 Belt layout 434 equipment) 276 Power tilt/sliding sunroof, Manual Cleaning 344 operation 403 Compartment 307 Filler neck, Engine oil 310 Remote door unlock 288 Malfunction indicator lamp 23, 361 First aid kit 400 Trunk, Releasing from inside 127 Number 435...
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Index Fuel 306 Gear range Headlamps 143 Additives 443 Automatic transmission 182 Active Bi-Xenon headlamps 142 Capacity, Fuel tank 440 Limiting 182 Automatic headlamp mode 143 Filling the tank 305 Shifting into optimal 184 Bi-Xenon 142, 407 Fuel filler flap and cap 305 Gear selector lever 70, 178 Cleaning lenses 345 Fuel reserve warning lamp 23, 355...
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Index High mounted brake lamp 407 Interior lighting Opening and closing the power Hood 307 Delayed switch-off 175 windows 211 Message in display 388 Front 148 Opening the trunk 124 Opening 307 Rear 149 Positions in starter switch 60 Horn 21 Interior rear view mirror 67 Remote control 114 HVAC see Automatic climate control...
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Index Battery (SmartKey with License plate lamp KEYLESS-GO**) 121 Messages in display 393 Labels 432, 433 Battery (SmartKey) 121 Replacing bulbs 407, 410 Certification 432 Brakes 23, 360 Light alloy wheels, Cleaning 348 Emission control information 433 CHECK ENGINE 361 Light sensor 390 Vacuum line routing diagram Coolant 383...
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Standard display 161, 162 Maximum loaded vehicle weight 334 Fog lamps 391, 393 Maximum tire inflation pressure 334 Fuel cap 395 Maybach battery charger* 267 Gear selector lever 373 Maybach 62 with partition* Headlamps 390, 391, 392, 393, 394 Storage pocket 37, 254...
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Index Multifunction steering wheel 21, 24, One-touch gearshifting Parktronic 237 Automatic transmission 184 Activating/deactivating 240 Button operation 158 Gear selector lever 184 Cleaning system sensors 346 Operating safety 15 Malfunctioning 240 Ornamental moldings, Cleaning 345 Minimum distance 238 Navigation system Outside microphone 276 Range of the sensors 238 Operating 166...
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Rear 149 Cleaning 347 Recommended tire inflation Rear bench seat Operating 209 pressure 334 Maybach 57 with rear center seat* 40 Rear door window, Blocking Recovery services, Stolen vehicle Maybach 62 with rear center seat* 44 operation 100 (Tele Aid) 288...
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Adjustment 63 Reset button, In instrument Selective, SmartKey with Adjustment, Rear seat cluster 154, 170 KEYLESS-GO** 120 (Maybach 57) 132 Residual engine heat and Shelf below rear window, Cleaning and Adjustment, Rear seat ventilation 200 care of 349 (Maybach 62) 133...
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SmartKey see Key, SmartKey Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 288 Storage pocket SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** see Key, Stopping Maybach 62 with partition* 37, 254 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** Power tilt/sliding sunroof Maybach 62 without partition* 254 Snow chains 338 (Maybach 57) 213...
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Index Technical data Telephone 277 Tires 313 Air conditioning refrigerant 441 Answering/ending a call 166 Care and maintenance 313 Brake fluid 441 Compartment in the front 250, 278 Chains 338 Capacities fuels, coolants, lubricants, Compartment in the rear 255, 256, Checking tire inflation pressure 321 etc.
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Index Ply composition and material Tread 335 Unleaded gasoline, Premium 306, 440, used 335 Tread depth 314 Problems under-/overinflation 325 Treadwear indicators 335 Upholstery, Cleaning and care of 349 Retreads 313 Trip computer 167 Useful features 248 Rims and tires 436 Trip odometer 155 Rotating 336 Trunk...
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