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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 4424 13 Part No. 240 584 76 81 USA Edition A 2006

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  • Page 1 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 4424 13 Part No. 240 584 76 81 USA Edition A 2006...
  • Page 2 Maybach 57 Maybach 62 Maybach 57 S...
  • Page 3 Your selection of our product is a dem- operation of your Maybach. onstration of your trust in Maybach Manufaktur. Furthermore, it exemplifies Please pay attention to the warnings your desire to own an automobile that...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    At a glance ..... . 21 Maybach 57 ....57 Product information.
  • Page 5 Activating ....106 (Maybach 62) ....130 Hazard warning flasher ..161 Deactivating .
  • Page 6 Charcoal filter....219 (Maybach 57) ....237 Automatic transmission ..197 Air conditioning .
  • Page 7 ... . 350 optional on Maybach 57) ..302 Catalytic converter ... . 351 Emission control .
  • Page 8 ....396 (Maybach 57) ....454...
  • Page 9 Contents Replacing wiper blades ..464 Removing wiper blades ..464 Technical data ....485 Technical terms .

  • Page 10: Introduction

    Maybach vehicles are available at We recommend using Genuine Parts as individual cases an official approval or your authorized Maybach Studio where...

  • Page 11: Operator's Manual

    Vermont Emission Control Sys- caused by failure to follow instructions is special-order items, the descriptions and tem Warranty not covered by the Maybach Limited illustrations herein may vary slightly (California, Maine, Massachusetts, Warranty. from the actual equipment of your vehi- and Vermont only) cle.

  • Page 12: Important Notice For California Retail Buyers And Lessees Of Maybach Automobiles

    Written notification should be sent to us, have directly notified Mercedes-Benz if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its au- not a Maybach Studio, at Maybach USA, LLC in writing of the need for its thorized repair or service facilities fail to...

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    Maybach Assistance should the need arise. Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days If you sell your Maybach, please leave all a year. literature with the vehicle to make it For additional information refer to the available to the next operator.

  • Page 14: Operating Your Vehicle Outside The Usa Or Canada

    Europe under our Europe- USA or Canada an Delivery Program. For details, consult If you plan to operate your vehicle in for- an authorized Maybach Studio or write eign countries, please be aware that: Service facilities or replacement parts In the USA: may not be readily available.

  • Page 15: Where To Find It

    All important technical data for your section has its own reference color. about the equipment installed in your Maybach can be found in this section. vehicle. This section expands on the “Getting started” section and also de- At a glance scribes technical innovations.

  • Page 16: Symbols

    Maybach. ** Two asterisks designate standard equipment which the purchaser of the vehicle had the option to delete at the time the vehicle was ordered.

  • Page 17: Operating Safety

    See an authorized Maybach Studio for re- with caution to an area which is a safe dis- pairs or modifications to electronic compo- tance from the road.

  • Page 18: Problems With Your Vehicle

    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:...

  • Page 19: Reporting Safety Defects

    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);...

  • Page 20: Vehicle Data Recording

    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.

  • Page 22: At A Glance

    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 seat* Rear center console Rear door control panel...

  • Page 23: Cockpit

    At a glance Cockpit...
  • Page 24 At a glance Cockpit Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Exterior lamp switch 8 Lever for voice control sys- e Glove box lid release tem, see separate operat- f Glove box lock ing instructions 2 Headlamp washer button g Front center console 9 Starter switch 3 Combination switch h Steering wheel adjustment...

  • Page 25: Instrument Cluster

    At a glance Instrument cluster...
  • Page 26 At a glance Instrument cluster Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Coolant temperature High beam head- Tire inflation pres- gauge lamp indicator lamp sure warning lamp 2 Fuel gauge with fuel Reset button l Knob for instrument cluster reserve warning lamp illumination c <...

  • Page 27: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    At a glance Multifunction steering wheel Item Page Item Page 1 Multifunction display 4 Menu systems: Operating control system Press button 2 Selecting the submenu or è for next menu setting the volume: ÿ for previous menu Press button 5 Moving within a menu: æ...

  • Page 28: Front Center Console

    At a glance Front center console Front center console Upper part Item Page Item Page 1 Hazard warning flasher on/ 7 Automatic climate control 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-...

  • Page 29: Lower Part

    Front center console Lower part Item Page Item Page 1 KEYLESS-GO** start/stop 7 Chrome label for opening Maybach 57 and Maybach 62 without button cover of: partition* 2 Gear selector lever for au- Ashtray tomatic transmission Lighter 3 Parking Assist System (PAS)
  • Page 30 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)

  • Page 31: Overhead Control Panel

    Tele Aid (emergency call 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 9 Auto-dimming function on/ power tilt/sliding sunroof (Maybach 62)

  • Page 32: Driver's Door Control Panel

    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...

  • Page 33: Rear Passenger Compartment

    At a glance Rear passenger compartment Maybach (vehicles without rear center seat*)
  • Page 34 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-...

  • Page 35: Maybach 57 (Vehicles With Rear Center Seat*)

    At a glance Rear passenger compartment Maybach 57 (vehicles with rear center seat*)
  • Page 36 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...

  • Page 37: Maybach 62 Without Partition

    At a glance Rear passenger compartment Maybach 62 without partition...
  • Page 38 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...

  • Page 39: Maybach 62 With Partition

    At a glance Rear passenger compartment Maybach 62 with partition...
  • Page 40 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...

  • Page 41: Rear Seats

    At a glance Rear seats Maybach 57...
  • Page 42 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 d Adjustment switch for left...

  • Page 43: Maybach 62

    At a glance Rear seats Maybach 62...
  • Page 44 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...

  • Page 45: Rear Center Seat

    At a glance Rear center seat* Maybach 57...
  • Page 46 At a glance Rear center seat* 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-...

  • Page 47: Maybach 62

    At a glance Rear center seat* Maybach 62...
  • Page 48 At a glance Rear center seat* 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...

  • Page 49: Rear Center Console

    At a glance Rear center console Maybach 57 Item Page Item Page 1 Left reading lamp on/off 7 Button for opening/closing rear right side door win- 2 Tele Aid (emergency call dow curtain* system) button 8 Button for opening/closing 3 Right reading lamp on/off...
  • Page 50 At a glance Rear center console Control panel for rear functions* in rear Item Page Item Page center console (vehicles with rear center 1 Left reading lamp on/off 6 Rear interior lamps on/off seat*) 2 Tele Aid (emergency call Button for opening/closing system) button rear window curtain (only if not equipped with rear...
  • Page 51 At a glance Rear center console Control panel for rear window curtains* Item Page in rear armrest compartment (vehicles 1 Button for opening/closing with rear center seat*) rear right side door win- dow curtain* 2 Button for opening/closing rear window curtain (only if equipped with rear door window curtains*) 3 Button for opening/closing...

  • Page 52: Maybach 62 With Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof

    At a glance Rear center console Maybach 62 with power tilt/sliding Item Page Item Page sunroof 1 Left reading lamp on/off a Switch for raising/lowering power tilt/sliding sunroof 2 Tele Aid (emergency call system) button b Button for opening/closing rear right side door win-...
  • Page 53 At a glance Rear center console Control panel for rear functions* in stor- Item Page Item Page age compartment/drawer (vehicles with 1 Tele Aid (emergency call 7 Two-way intercom* rear center seat*) system) button on/off button 2 Right reading lamp on/off 8 Rear interior lamps on/off 3 Ambient lighting on/off 9 Central locking switch...
  • Page 54 At a glance Rear center console Control panel for rear functions* in rear Item Page Item Page armrest compartment (vehicles with rear 1 Switch for opening/closing 5 Button for opening/closing center seat*) power tilt/sliding sunroof rear left side door window curtain* 2 Switch for raising/lowering 6 Button for opening/closing...

  • Page 55: Maybach 62 With Electrotransparent Roof

    At a glance Rear center console Maybach 62 with electrotransparent Item Page Item Page roof* 1 Left reading lamp on/off a Switch for making elec- trotransparent roof* 2 Tele Aid (emergency call opaque/transparent system) button b Button for opening/closing 3 Right reading lamp on/off...
  • Page 56 At a glance Rear center console Control panel for rear functions* in stor- Item Page Item Page age compartment/drawer (vehicles with 1 Tele Aid (emergency call 7 Two-way intercom* rear center seat*) system) button on/off button 2 Right reading lamp on/off 8 Rear interior lamps on/off 3 Ambient lighting on/off 9 Central locking switch...
  • Page 57 At a glance Rear center console Control panel for rear functions* in rear Item Page Item Page armrest compartment (vehicles with rear 1 Switch for opening/closing 4 Button for opening/closing center seat*) electrotransparent roof* rear window curtain screen 5 Button for opening/closing 2 Switch for making elec- rear left side door window trotransparent roof*...

  • Page 58: Rear Door Control Panel

    At a glance Rear door control panel Rear door control panel Maybach 57 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...

  • Page 59: Maybach 62

    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...

  • Page 60: Getting Started

    Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...

  • Page 61: Unlocking

    Getting started Unlocking The “Getting started” section provides Press unlock button Œ on the Unlocking with the SmartKey an overview of the vehicle’s most basic SmartKey. functions. All turn signal lamps flash once. The If you are already familiar with the basic vehicle unlocks.

  • Page 62: Unlocking With Keyless-Go

    Getting started Unlocking Grasp an outside door handle. Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO** Warning! With the KEYLESS-GO function, you can All turn signal lamps flash once. The lock and unlock the vehicle without us- vehicle unlocks. The locking knobs in When leaving the vehicle, always take the ing the remote control buttons on the the doors move up.

  • Page 63: Starter Switch Positions

    Getting started Unlocking 0 For removing SmartKey Starter switch positions 1 Power supply for some electrical con- When you switch on the ignition, the sumers, such as seat adjustment indicator and warning lamps (except Warning! high beam headlamp indicator lamp 2 Ignition (power supply for all electri- and turn signal indicator lamps unless When leaving the vehicle, always remove...
  • Page 64 Getting started Unlocking SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** If the SmartKey can still not be Pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop but- turned, the battery may not be suffi- ton on the gear selector lever corre- ciently charged. sponds to turning the SmartKey to the various starter switch positions.
  • Page 65 Getting started Unlocking The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be Ignition (or position 2) located in the vehicle. Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop button If you now press the KEYLESS-GO Make sure the gear selector lever is twice. start/stop button once, the power set to P.

  • Page 66: Adjusting

    Therefore, do not Only the reclining seat (in Maybach 62 rear leave children unattended in the vehicle, cabin) can be used in a reclined position or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
  • Page 67 Children 12 years old and under must nev- hicle and the child is not properly secured er ride in the front seat, except in a in the child restraint. Maybach authorized BabySmart com- The memory function ( page 152) patible child seat, which operates with the...
  • Page 68 Getting started Adjusting Seat height Head restraint height Head restraint tilt Press switch up or down in direction Press switch up or down in direction of arrow 2. of arrow 6. Seat cushion tilt Warning! Press switch up or down in direction of arrow 3 until your upper legs are For your protection, drive only with prop- lightly supported.

  • Page 69: Steering Wheel

    Getting started Adjusting Steering wheel adjustment Steering wheel The stalk is located on the lower left- The memory function ( page 152) hand side of the steering wheel. lets you store settings for the steering Warning! wheel together with settings for the rear view mirrors and seat positions.
  • Page 70 Getting started Adjusting Easy-entry/exit feature With the easy-entry/exit feature activat- Do not leave children unattended in the ed, the steering wheel tilts upwards This feature allows for easier entry into vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehi- when you and exit from the vehicle.

  • Page 71: Mirrors

    Getting started Adjusting Mirrors Warning! Adjust the interior and exterior rear view The memory function ( page 152) mirrors before driving so that you have a lets you save the rear view mirror set- Let the system complete the adjustment good view of the road and traffic condi- tings together with the settings for procedure before setting the vehicle in...
  • Page 72 Getting started Adjusting The buttons are located on the driver’s Switch on the ignition ( page 62). Warning! door. Press button 1 for the driver’s side exterior rear view mirror or button 2 Exercise care when using the passenger- for the passenger-side exterior rear side exterior rear view mirror.

  • Page 73: Driving

    Failure to wear and properly fasten and ment. Keep the driver’s footwell clear of Maybach authorized BabySmart com- position your seat belt greatly increases all obstacles. If there are any floormats or...
  • Page 74 Getting started Driving A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is Only the reclining seat (in Maybach 62 rear significantly increased if the child re- cabin) can be used in a reclined position straints are not properly secured in the ve-...

  • Page 75: Starting The Engine

    When using a seat belt to placed. Contact an authorized Maybach secure infant or toddler restraints or Studio. children in booster seats, always fol- low the child seat manufacturer’s in-...
  • Page 76 Getting started Driving Automatic transmission Starting with the SmartKey Starting with KEYLESS-GO** Make sure the gear selector lever is set to P. Warning! Do not depress the accelerator. As long as the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO Turn the SmartKey in the starter is in your vehicle, the vehicle can be start- switch to position 3 and hold until ed.
  • Page 77 0 and repeat function in the engine electronics or in the SmartKey instead. starting procedure. the fuel supply system. Make sure the gear selector lever is Notify an authorized Maybach set to P. Studio. Do not depress the accelerator.

  • Page 78: Parking Brake

    Getting started Driving Release the parking brake by pulling Parking brake on handle 1. In order to avoid damaging the trans- mission, The warning lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the instrument wait for the gear selection process cluster goes out.

  • Page 79: Switching On Headlamps

    Getting started Driving Switching on headlamps Do not run cold engine at high en- Simultaneously depressing the accel- Low beam headlamps gine speeds. Running a cold engine at erator pedal and applying the brake high engine speeds may shorten the reduces engine performance and The exterior lamp switch is located on service life of the engine.

  • Page 80: Turn Signals

    Getting started Driving High beam The combination switch resets automati- Turn signals cally after major steering wheel move- The combination switch is located on the The combination switch is located on the ments. left of the steering column. left of the steering column. To signal minor directional changes, e.g.

  • Page 81: Windshield Wipers

    Getting started Driving Intermittent wiping Windshield wipers Do not operate the windshield wipers The combination switch is located on the when the windshield is dry. Dust that left of the steering column. Do not leave windshield wipers in in- accumulates on a windshield might termittent setting when vehicle is scratch the glass and/or damage the taken to an automatic car wash or...
  • Page 82 1 to the resis- checked at the nearest authorized starter switch tance point. Maybach Studio. The windshield wipers wipe one time without washer fluid. For information on filling up the washer reservoir, see “Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system”...

  • Page 83: Problems While Driving

    Studio. If problem persists, call Have the problem repaired by an au- If no damage can be determined on the 1-866-FOR-MAYBach (in the USA) or thorized Maybach Studio as soon as 1-888-881-6611 (in Canada). major assemblies possible. fuel system engine mount:...

  • Page 84: Parking And Locking

    Getting started Parking and locking Parking and locking You have now completed your first drive. Parking brake You have properly stopped and parked Warning! your vehicle. End your drive as follows. Do not park this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as grass, hay or Warning! leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system, as these materials could be...

  • Page 85: Switching Off Headlamps

    Getting started Parking and locking Turning off the engine with the Switching off headlamps Warning! SmartKey Turn the exterior lamp switch to M ( page 78). Turn the SmartKey in the starter When leaving the vehicle, always remove switch to position 0 and remove it. For more information, see “Lighting”...

  • Page 86: Releasing Seat Belts

    Such damage is not covered by the Maybach Limited Warranty. Damaged seat belts must be re- placed. Contact an authorized Maybach Studio.

  • Page 87: Locking

    Getting started Parking and locking Locking with the SmartKey Locking with KEYLESS-GO** Locking After exiting the vehicle, press lock button ‹ on the SmartKey Warning! ( page 60). To prevent possible personal injury, always With the trunk and all doors closed, keep hands and fingers away from the all turn signal lamps flash three times.

  • Page 88: Safety And Security

    Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti-theft systems...

  • Page 89: Occupant Safety

    For safety reasons, we strongly recom- dren (LATCH) stop button. mend that you visit an authorized Maybach Studio immediately to have the As independent systems, their protective system checked. effects work in conjunction with each The 1 indicator lamp comes on other.

  • Page 90: Airbags

    Maybach Studio immediately to have the For maximum protection in the event of a dow curtain airbags) or rollovers (head system checked; otherwise the SRS may not collision always be in normal seated posi- protection window curtain airbags).
  • Page 91 Maybach Studio. Maybach authorized BabySmart It should be noted that with respect to Do not lean with your head or chest compatible child seat, which operates...
  • Page 92 The driver and passengers should al- rized Maybach Studio at an additional functioning airbags to make sure the ways wear their seat belts. Otherwise cost.
  • Page 93 Con- Damaged seat belts or belts that were Do not make any modification that tact an authorized Maybach Studio. highly stressed in an accident must be could change the effectiveness of the For your protection and the protection replaced and their anchoring points belts.
  • Page 94 Only use seat covers which have been test- in the event of certain frontal impacts ed and approved by us for use on Maybach vehicles. Using other seat covers may inter- if impact exceeds a preset deploy- fere with or prevent the deployment of ment threshold the side impact airbags.

  • Page 95: Seat Belts

    Safety and Security Occupant safety Side impact airbags Window curtain airbags Seat belts The side impact airbags are deployed: The side window curtain airbags are de- When the engine is started, the seat belt ployed: telltale < illuminates to remind you in impacts exceeding a preset deploy- and your passengers to fasten your seat ment threshold...
  • Page 96 Only the reclining seat (in Maybach 62 rear If you are ever in an accident, your injuries cabin) can be used in a reclined position can be considerably more severe without with seat belts properly fastened while the your seat belt properly buckled.
  • Page 97 Only use seat belts which have been ap- tion, as that could result in serious inju- gans such as your liver or spleen. proved for Maybach vehicles. ries in case of an accident. Never wear belts over rigid or break-...
  • Page 98 When disposing of the emergency tension- in certain vehicle rollovers ing device, our safety instructions must be if the restraint systems are operation- followed. These are available at your au- al and functioning correctly, see thorized Maybach Studio. 1 indicator lamp ( page 88).

  • Page 99: Children In The Vehicle

    The child restraint system’s straint system can be obtained from any Infant and child restraint systems metal parts, for example, could become Maybach Studio. very hot, and the child could be burned on Use only a BabySmart compatible child these parts.
  • Page 100 Safety and Security Occupant safety To fasten a child restraint, follow child A statement by the child restraint restraint instructions for mounting. Then manufacturer of compliance with this The use of infant or child restraints is pull the shoulder belt out completely standard can be found on the instruc- required by law in all 50 states, the and let it retract.
  • Page 101 Maybach authorized BabySmart com- During an accident, they could be crushed When the child restraint is not in use, re- patible child seat, which operates with the between the occupant and seat belt.
  • Page 102 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator make full contact with the passenger seat seats, designed for use with the Maybach lamp 1 located on the upper part of the cushion. An incorrectly mounted child seat system and available at any authorized...
  • Page 103 Safety and Security Occupant safety Installing infant and child restraint sys- Warning! Warning! tems This vehicle is equipped with tether an- When using a BabySmart compatible Do not place powered-on laptops, cell chorages for a top tether strap at each of child seat on the front passenger seat, the phones, electronic tags such as those used the rear seating positions.
  • Page 104 Safety and Security Occupant safety Head restraint must be positioned such Once the top tether anchorage hook is Child seat anchors – LATCH-type that the top tether strap can pass freely attached, the child restraint itself can be This vehicle is equipped with two LATCH between the head restraint and top of secured.
  • Page 105 Safety and Security Occupant safety The LATCH-type anchors are located be- To enable the child seat to perform its pro- child restraint, lessening the effectiveness tween the seat cushion and the backrest. tective function, of the child restraint and thus increasing the chance or severity of injury in an acci- the rear seat backrest must be fully up- dent.

  • Page 106: Override Switch For Rear Passenger Compartment

    Safety and Security Occupant safety The override switch is located in the driv- Deactivating override switch Override switch for rear passenger er’s door. compartment Press switch 1. You can disable select functions in the The functions in the rear are enabled rear passenger compartment for added again.

  • Page 107: Panic Alarm

    Safety and Security Panic alarm An audible alarm and flashing exterior Any unauthorized modification to Activating lamps will operate for approximately this device could void the user’s au- Press and hold button 1 for at least minutes. thority to operate the equipment. 1 second.

  • Page 108: Driving Safety Systems

    Safety and Security Driving safety systems Driving safety systems In this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems: In winter operation, the maximum ef- ® ABS (Antilock Brake System) fectiveness of the ABS, BAS, ESP Warning! electro-hydraulic brake system is only BAS (Brake Assist System) achieved with winter tires (M + S...

  • Page 109: Bas

    Safety and Security Driving safety systems Braking For more information on ABS, see “Prac- Warning! tical hints” ( page 410). If the ABS activates during braking, the ® ABS/ESP warning lamp v in the in- When the ABS is malfunctioning, the BAS strument cluster dial flashes.

  • Page 110: Esp

    Safety and Security Driving safety systems ® Warning! Warning! ® The Electronic Stability Program (ESP ) is operational as soon as the engine is run- ® The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws Never switch off the ESP when you see ®...
  • Page 111 Safety and Security Driving safety systems ® Switching off the ESP Warning! ® Because of the ESP’s automatic op- eration, the engine must be shut off Warning! ® The ESP cannot prevent the natural laws (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor or 1 or KEYLESS-GO** start/stop but- ®...
  • Page 112 This may cause serious the engine output is not limited, damage to the drivetrain which is not which allows the drive wheels to spin covered by the Maybach Limited and thus cut into surfaces for better Warranty. grip the traction control will still brake a ®...

  • Page 113: Electro-Hydraulic Brake System

    Safety and Security Driving safety systems Electro-hydraulic brake system Towing the vehicle with all four wheels on Warning! The electro-hydraulic brake system com- the ground is only permissible for distances bines a hydraulic brake circuit with elec- up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not The electro-hydraulic brake system re- to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).
  • Page 114 2 minutes after you tem carried out by qualified technicians pedal travel than normal. When re- only. Contact an authorized Maybach Stu- turned the SmartKey in the starter leasing the pedal, you may also feel dio for further information. The electro-...
  • Page 115 Only components approved by us for use on Maybach vehicles (e.g. brake pads) should be installed on your ve- hicle. Brake pads not approved by us for use on Maybach vehicles may im- pair the safety of your vehicle.

  • Page 116: Anti-Theft Systems

    Contact chanical key With the SmartKey an authorized Maybach Studio or call someone opens a door from the in- Remove the SmartKey from the start- 1-866-FOR-MAYBach (in the USA) or side er switch.
  • Page 117 Safety and Security Anti-theft systems Arming the alarm system Canceling the alarm The indicator lamp located below the If the turn signal lamps do not flash To cancel the alarm: hazard warning flasher switch in on the three times, one of the following ele- upper part of the front center console.

  • Page 118: Tow-Away Alarm

    Safety and Security Anti-theft systems Disarming the tow-away alarm Switch off the ignition and remove Tow-away alarm the SmartKey from the starter switch. Once the tow-away alarm is armed, a vi- To prevent triggering the tow-away sual and audible alarm will be triggered alarm feature, switch off the tow-away when someone attempts to raise the ve- alarm before towing the vehicle, or...
  • Page 119 Safety and Security Anti-theft systems Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm: With the SmartKey Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch. Press button Œ ‹ The alarm is canceled. With KEYLESS-GO** Grasp an outside door handle. The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be within 3 ft (1 m) of the vehicle.

  • Page 120: Controls In Detail

    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...

  • Page 121: Locking And Unlocking

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking In the “Controls in detail” section, you For more information on locking and un- will find detailed information on how to locking, see “Getting started” operate the equipment installed on your ( page 60) and ( page 83). vehicle.
  • Page 122 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Warning! USA only: Canada only: This device complies with Part 15 of This device complies with RSS-210 of When leaving the vehicle, always remove the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to Industry Canada. Operation is subject the SmartKey from the starter switch, take the following two conditions: to the following two conditions:...
  • Page 123 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Factory setting Selective setting Global unlocking If you frequently travel alone, you may Press button Œ twice. Global unlocking wish to reprogram the SmartKey so that All turn signal lamps flash once. The Press button Œ. pressing Œ...
  • Page 124 ( page 453). You can obtain the required batteries To stop the opening procedure, press at any authorized Maybach Studio. Use the mechanical key to lock the button Š. The trunk lid stops mov- driver’s door ( page 452) and the ing.

  • Page 125: Smartkey With Keyless-Go

    If necessary, have the mechanical lock KEYLESS-GO unit. replaced. SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO The function of the SmartKey overrules Your authorized Maybach Studio will be 1 Â Panic button ( page 106) the KEYLESS-GO function. glad to supply you with a replacement. 2 ‹ Lock button The KEYLESS-GO function is integrated 3 Š...
  • Page 126 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking (2) this device must accept any inter- Warning! ference received, including inter- USA only: ference that may cause undesired This device complies with Part 15 of When leaving the vehicle, always take the operation of the device. the FCC Rules.
  • Page 127 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Important notes on using KEYLESS-GO In order to start the engine with the If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO: positioned farther away from the ve- You can also use the SmartKey with hicle, the system may no longer rec- KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO...
  • Page 128 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Factory setting Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹ simultaneously for about 5 seconds The vehicle could be inadvertently Global unlocking until battery check lamp 6 unlocked if the SmartKey with ( page 124) flashes twice. Grasp an outside door handle.
  • Page 129 ( page 452) and You can obtain the required batteries the trunk ( page 453). at any authorized Maybach Studio. Restoring to factory setting Use the mechanical key to lock the Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹...
  • Page 130 Have the mechanical lock replaced if Press and hold button Š until the necessary. trunk unlocks and begins to open. Your authorized Maybach Studio will be glad to supply you with a replacement. The trunk lid swings open upwards automatically. Always make sure there is sufficient overhead clear- ance.

  • Page 131: Opening The Doors From The Inside

    Insert the SmartKey in the starter tive rear door to open door. switch. Closing the rear doors automatically In vehicles with KEYLESS-GO**: from the inside (Maybach 62) Grasp an outside door handle. You can close the rear doors automati- 1 Locking knob cally.

  • Page 132: Opening The Trunk

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking The remote rear door closing switch is In vehicles without KEYLESS-GO**: The above the rear door. vehicle must be unlocked. You can also close the rear doors by hand. Pull on handle 1. The trunk opens. Opening the trunk Opening the trunk from the outside The trunk lid swings open automati-...

  • Page 133: Closing The Trunk

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Opening the trunk from the inside Closing the trunk The trunk lid swings open automati- You can open the trunk from the inside Closing the trunk from the inside cally. Always make sure there is suffi- if the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 134 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the trunk from the outside Even with the SmartKey or SmartKey with (vehicles without KEYLESS-GO**) Warning! KEYLESS-GO** removed from the starter switch or the SmartKey with You can close the trunk separately. Monitor the closing procedure carefully to KEYLESS-GO** removed from the vehicle, make sure no one is in danger of being in- the remote trunk opening/closing switch...
  • Page 135 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the trunk from the outside If the trunk lid comes into contact with Warning! (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO**) an object while closing (e.g. luggage that has been piled too high) in the upper You can close the trunk separately. motion sequence, the closing procedure Only drive with the trunk closed as, among other dangers such as blocked visibility, ex-...
  • Page 136 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the trunk and locking the vehicle Press switch 1 briefly. press button Š on the SmartKey from the outside (vehicles with The vehicle is locked and the trunk with KEYLESS-GO KEYLESS-GO**) closes automatically. press or pull the remote trunk open- You can close the trunk and lock the ve- ing/closing switch (on the dashboard...

  • Page 137: Trunk Emergency Release

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Briefly press emergency release Warning! Warning! button 1. The trunk unlocks and opens slightly. Monitor the closing procedure carefully to Only drive with the trunk closed as, among Push up the trunk lid to fully open. make sure no one is in danger of being in- other dangers such as blocked visibility, ex- jured.

  • Page 138: Valet Trunk

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Pull the mechanical key out of the Valet trunk SmartKey ( page 452). If the vehicle has previously been locked using the SmartKey or Insert the mechanical key in the trunk To deny any unauthorized person ac- KEYLESS-GO**, opening the trunk lid lock.

  • Page 139: Power Closing Assist For Doors And Trunk Lid

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Power closing assist for doors Power closing assist for doors and Automatic central locking trunk lid Press the doors gently past the initial The doors and the trunk automatically It is not necessary to slam the door or engage position into the lock.

  • Page 140: Locking And Unlocking From The Inside

    Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove Rear seat passengers’ switches (example illus- the SmartKey or SmartKey with tration from Maybach 57) KEYLESS-GO** from the starter switch, 1 Central locking switch Driver’s switches take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do...
  • Page 141 If all doors are closed, the vehicle locks. Unlocking Press central unlocking switch 2. The vehicle unlocks. Rear seat passenger switches (Maybach 57 You can open a locked door from the with rear center seat*) inside. Open door only when condi- 1 Central locking switch tions are safe to do so.

  • Page 142: Seats

    Maybach 62 possible. 1 Head restraints Rear seat adjustment (Maybach 57) 2 Head restraint side cushions Adjust the side cushions of the head restraints by hand. To adjust settings for the right rear...
  • Page 143 Controls in detail Seats Warning! Warning! When leaving the vehicle, always remove For your protection, drive only with prop- the SmartKey or SmartKey with erly positioned head restraints. KEYLESS-GO** from the starter switch, Adjust head restraint so that it is as close to take it with you, and lock the vehicle.
  • Page 144 Controls in detail Seats Rear seat adjustment (Maybach 62) Tilt the seat backrest to the rear for easier removal and installation of the To adjust settings for the right rear head restraints. passenger seat, make sure the right rear passenger seat adjustment but- ton is selected ( page 147).
  • Page 145 Controls in detail Seats Fully reclined/upright position Head restraint tilt Seat backrest tilt To adjust seat to fully reclined posi- Press switch forward or backward in Press switch forward or backward in tion, press switch 1. direction of arrow 4 ( page 143). direction of arrow 5 until your arms are slightly angled when holding the Press and hold switch 1 until seat is...
  • Page 146 Controls in detail Seats Seat fore and aft adjustment Extending and retracting the rear seat Switch on the ignition ( page 62). head restraints Press switch forward or backward in direction of arrow 8 ( page 143). You can only retract the rear seat Warning! head restraints when no rear seat passenger is wearing a seat belt.
  • Page 147 Even with the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** removed from the starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** removed from the vehicle, Example illustration from Maybach 57 the rear center seat head restraint can be operated when a rear door is open. There- 1 Extending...

  • Page 148: Setting Front Passenger Seat Position From Rear

    Un- Maybach 62: supervised use of vehicle equipment may Example illustration from Maybach 57 cause an accident and/or serious personal If the rear seat is in reclined position, injury.

  • Page 149: Multicontour Seats

    The switches for the front seats are locat- The switches for the rear seats on ed on the inner side of the seat. Maybach 57 are located on the inner side Adjusting the front passenger seat of the seat. position from the rear is not possible if you activate the override switch ( page 105).
  • Page 150 Controls in detail Seats The switches for the rear seats on Lumbar region support Massage function (PULSE) Maybach 62 are located on the outer side Press k or j on rocker You can reduce muscle tension during of the seat. switch 1.

  • Page 151: Seat Heating

    Two indicator lamps on. The seat heating will switch back on again automatically as soon as suffi- After approximately Example illustration from Maybach with seat cient voltage is available. 10 minutes, seat heating is au- ventilation* tomatically switched to level 1.

  • Page 152: Seat Ventilation

    Controls in detail Seats Switching off seat ventilation Seat ventilation* The switch is located on the respective The rear center seat* cannot be ven- Press switch 1 ( page 151) repeat- door. tilated. edly until all indicator lamps go out. Switch on the ignition ( page 62).

  • Page 153: Memory Function

    Controls in detail Memory function Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver With the memory function you can store The following settings are stored for should check and adjust the seat height, up to five different settings. each stored position when using the but- seat position fore and aft, and seat back- tons on the passenger door and the rear The following settings are stored for...

  • Page 154: Storing Positions In Memory

    3 seconds. steering wheel and mirrors have fully All the settings are stored at the se- moved to the stored positions. Example illustration from Maybach 57 lected position. 1 Memory button M 2 Memory position buttons 1 - 5...

  • Page 155: Storing Exterior Rear View Mirror Parking Position

    Controls in detail Memory function The buttons are located on the driver’s Press button 1. Storing exterior rear view mirror door. parking position The passenger-side exterior rear view For easier parking you can adjust the pas- mirror is selected. senger exterior rear view mirror so that Adjust the exterior rear view mirror you can see the right rear wheel as soon with button 2 so that you see the...

  • Page 156: Lighting

    Relevant information can Low beam headlamps (or high be obtained at an authorized beam headlamps when the com- Maybach Studio. bination switch is pushed for- ward) and parking lamps ˆ Standing lamps, right (turn left...
  • Page 157 Controls in detail Lighting Warning! With the SmartKey removed from the The front fog lamps and rear fog starter switch or the engine turned lamp cannot be switched on manual- If the exterior lamp switch is set to off with KEYLESS-GO** and the driv- ly with exterior lamp switch in the headlamps may switch off unex- er’s door open, a warning sounds if...
  • Page 158 Controls in detail Lighting Daytime running lamp mode Canada only USA only Turn exterior lamp switch to The daytime running lamp mode is man- By default, the daytime running lamp position M or U. datory and therefore in a constant mode. mode is deactivated.
  • Page 159 Controls in detail Lighting Switching on fog lamps Switching on rear fog lamp (driver’s side only) Fog lamps cannot be switched on with exterior lamp switch in Switch on the front fog lamps Warning! position U. For switching on the ( page 158).

  • Page 160: Combination Switch

    Controls in detail Lighting Pull the combination switch in direc- Combination switch Cornering lamps tion of arrow 2 to its original posi- The combination switch is located on the Depending on production date, your ve- tion to switch off the high beam. left side of the steering column.
  • Page 161 Controls in detail Lighting Driving forward Switching off the cornering lamps Driving rearward The combination switch for the turn sig- Switching on cornering lamps Switching on cornering lamps nal resets automatically after major Depending on whether you are turn- steering wheel movements. This will Place the gear selector lever in ing left or right, switch on the left or switch off the cornering lamps if they...

  • Page 162: Hazard Warning Flasher

    Controls in detail Lighting Switching on the hazard warning flasher Switching off the hazard warning Hazard warning flasher flasher The hazard warning flasher can be Press the hazard warning flasher switched on at all times, even with the switch 1. Press hazard warning flasher SmartKey or SmartKey with switch 1 again.

  • Page 163: Interior Lighting In The Front

    Controls in detail Lighting Automatic control For more information, see “Setting inte- Interior lighting in the front rior lighting delayed switch-off” The controls are located in the overhead Deactivating ( page 194). control panel. Press automatic control switch 3 again. If the door remains open, the interior The interior lighting remains lighting switches off automatically...

  • Page 164: Interior Lighting In The Rear

    Controls in detail Lighting Manual control Rear interior lighting Interior lighting in the rear Press rear interior lighting switch 2. The control panel is located between the Front interior lighting rear seats. The rear interior lighting switches on. Press front interior lighting switch 4. Press rear interior lighting switch 2 The front interior lighting switches again.
  • Page 165 Controls in detail Lighting Maybach 57 with rear door window curtains* Maybach 57 with rear door window curtains* Maybach 57 without rear door window cur- (vehicles with rear center seat*) tains* 1 Left rear reading lamp on/off 1 Left rear reading lamp on/off...
  • Page 166 Controls in detail Lighting Maybach 57 without rear door window cur- Maybach 62 with tilt/sliding sunroof Maybach 62 with tilt/sliding sunroof (vehicles tains* (vehicles with rear center seat*) with rear center seat* in storage compart- 1 Left rear reading lamp on/off...
  • Page 167 Press the switch at the ò symbol again to switch the rear interior light- ing off. Rear reading lamps Maybach 62 with electrotransparent roof* Maybach 62 with electrotransparent roof* Press respective switch 1 or 2 (vehicles with rear center seat* in storage...
  • Page 168 Ambient lighting Headliner lamps and pillar uplights* Electrotransparent roof lighting* The ambient lighting switches on and off In Maybach 62 with tilt/sliding sunroof, In Maybach 62 with an electrotranspar- automatically depending on the bright- the headliner and pillar can be illuminat- ent roof, the roof lining can be illuminat- ness of the ambient light.

  • Page 169: Courtesy Lighting

    The door entry lamps switch off when the driver’s and passenger footwells the corresponding door is closed. rear passengers’ footwells (only Maybach 62) If you turn the SmartKey in the starter With the automatic control activated switch to position 0 and switch off...

  • Page 170: Instrument Cluster

    If you must continue to drive, please do so The instrument cluster illumination with added caution. Visit an authorized will also be adjusted automatically Maybach Studio as soon as possible. when you switch on the vehicle’s ex- terior lamps.

  • Page 171: Coolant Temperature Gauge

    To dim illumination cause serious burns which can occur Maybach Limited Warranty. just by opening the hood. Stay away Turn the knob in the instrument clus- from the engine if you see or hear ter counterclockwise.

  • Page 172: Trip Odometer

    ( page 173). the Maybach Limited Warranty. Indicated temperatures just above the Press and hold reset button J freezing point do not guarantee that the...

  • Page 173: Speedometer

    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 25) and in cluster for the driver in the tachometer curacy of the displayed temperature can...

  • Page 174: Control System

    Controls in detail Control system Control system The control system is activated as soon as Multifunction display the SmartKey in the starter switch is Warning! turned to position 1 or the KEYLESS-GO** start/stop button is A driver’s attention to the road and traffic pressed once ( page 63).

  • Page 175: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Controls in detail Control system Multifunction steering wheel 1 Multifunction display The displays in the multifunction display Operating control system and the settings in the control system are 2 Selecting the submenu or setting controlled by the buttons on the multi- the volume: function steering wheel.
  • Page 176 Controls in detail Control system Depending on the selected menu It is helpful to think of the menus, and In the SETTINGS menu, instead of func- ( page 176), pressing the buttons on the functions within each menu, as being tions you will find a number of submenus the multifunction steering wheel will al- arranged in a circular pattern.

  • Page 177: Menus

    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.
  • Page 178 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 178) ( page 179) ( page 181) ( page 184) ( page 184) ( page 185) ( page 186) ( page 187) Call up main-...

  • Page 179: Standard Display Menu

    Controls in detail Control system The following functions are available: Standard display menu The headings used in the menus table In basic mode, the multifunction display Function Page are designed to facilitate navigation shows the trip odometer and the main Calling up maintenance service within the system and are not neces- odometer.

  • Page 180: Audio Menu

    Turn on COMAND and select radio. radio operation. Contact an autho- Selecting satellite radio station Refer to the separate COMAND and rized Maybach Studio for details. (USA only) Rear-Cabin Audiovisual System oper- For more information, refer to the ating instructions.
  • Page 181 Controls in detail Control system Operating the CD player Select MP3-CD track Press button k or j repeatedly until the desired track is selected. Turn on COMAND and select CD. Re- Turn on COMAND and select MP3-CD. fer to the separate COMAND and Refer to the separate COMAND and Rear-Cabin Audiovisual System oper- Rear-Cabin Audiovisual System oper-...

  • Page 182: Telephone Menu

    Controls in detail Control system You can use the functions in the PHONE Telephone menu menu to operate your telephone, provid- ed it is connected to a hands-free system Warning! and switched on. A driver’s attention to the road and traffic Logging-on to a network conditions must always be his/her primary focus when driving.
  • Page 183 Controls in detail Control system Press button s. Dialing a number from the phone book Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired name appears in the If your telephone is ready to receive calls, The system dials the selected phone multifunction display.
  • Page 184 Controls in detail Control system Press button s. Redialing Answering a call The control system stores the most re- When your telephone is ready to receive You have answered the call. In the cently dialed phone numbers. This elimi- calls, you can answer a call at any time. In multifunction display you see the nates the need to search through your the multifunction display you will then...

  • Page 185: Navigation Menu

    Controls in detail Control system Navigation menu Distronic** menu The NAVI menu contains the functions Use the DISTRONIC menu to display the needed to operate your navigation sys- current settings for your Distronic sys- tem. tem. What information is shown in the multifunction display depends on Press button è...

  • Page 186: Trip Computer Menu

    Controls in detail Control system Incorporating statistics from the previ- Trip computer menu ous journey in the consumption statis- Use the trip computer menu to call up tics statistical data on your vehicle. The fol- lowing information is available: When you restart the engine, the AFTER START display flashes for: Function Page...

  • Page 187: Vehicle Status Message Memory Menu

    Maybach Studio to address the malfunc- tion and warning messages page 417).

  • Page 188: Settings Menu

    Controls in detail Control system Press button è or ÿ repeatedly Press button k or j. Settings menu until the vehicle status message mem- The stored messages will now be dis- In the SETTINGS menu there are two ory appears in the multifunction dis- played in order.
  • Page 189 Controls in detail Control system Submenus in the Settings menu Function Page The settings you have changed will Press button j. Resetting all settings not be reset unless you confirm the The various submenus appear in the Submenus in the Settings menu action by pressing reset button J multifunction display.
  • Page 190 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 Selecting speedometer display Setting daytime running lamp Setting automatic locking Activating easy-entry/exit...
  • Page 191 Controls in detail Control system Instrument cluster submenu Selecting speedometer display mode The selection marker is on the current setting. Access the INST. CLUS. submenu via the Move the selection marker with SETTINGS menu. Use the INST. CLUS. sub- button æ or ç to the INST. menu to change the instrument cluster CLUS.
  • Page 192 Controls in detail Control system Lighting submenu Move the selection marker with In low ambient light conditions the fol- button æ or ç to the LIGHTING lowing lamps will switch on additionally: Access the LIGHTING submenu via the submenu. Parking lamps SETTINGS menu.
  • Page 193 Controls in detail Control system Setting locator lighting The locator lighting switches off when The selection marker is on the current the driver’s door is opened. setting. With the locator lighting feature activat- ed and the exterior lamp switch in If you do not open a door after unlock- position U, the following lamps will ing the vehicle with the SmartKey, the...
  • Page 194 Controls in detail Control system Setting night security illumination To select delayed shut-off period: You can temporarily deactivate the (Headlamps delayed switch-off) headlamps delayed shut-off feature: Move the selection marker with Use this function to set whether you button æ or ç to the LIGHTING Before leaving the vehicle, turn the would like the exterior lamps to remain submenu.
  • Page 195 Controls in detail Control system Setting interior lighting delayed Press button æ or ç to switch The selection marker is on the current switch-off the interior lighting delayed shut-off setting. function ON. Use this function to set whether you would like the interior lighting to remain Setting ambient lighting lit for 10 seconds during darkness after you have removed the SmartKey from...
  • Page 196 Controls in detail Control system Vehicle submenu Press button j or k repeatedly Convenience submenu until you see AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK in Access the VEHICLE submenu via the SET- Access the CONVENIENCE submenu via the the multifunction display. INGS menu. Use the VEHICLE submenu to SETTINGS menu.
  • Page 197 Controls in detail Control system Activating easy-entry/exit feature Move the selection marker with Move the selection marker to button æ or ç to the CONVENIENCE submenu using Use this function to activate and deacti- the CONVENIENCE submenu. button æ or ç. vate the easy-entry/exit feature ( page 69).

  • Page 198: Automatic Transmission

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission Automatic transmission For information on driving with an auto- The automatic transmission selects indi- matic transmission see “Automatic trans- Warning! vidual gears automatically, depending mission” ( page 75). Make sure that absolutely no objects are Your vehicle’s transmission adapts its the gear selector lever position D obstructing the pedals’...
  • Page 199 2 Current program mode train which is not covered by the Maybach Limited Warranty. The current gear range/gear selector lever position and program mode (C/S) appear in the tachometer display. When the gear selector lever is in...

  • Page 200: Gear Selector Lever Position

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission Gear selector lever position Effect Effect The SmartKey can only be re- ë Neutral Effect moved from the starter switch No power is transmitted from ì Park position with the gear selector lever in the engine to the drive axle. Gear selector position when position P.
  • Page 201 P is dangerous. Also, position P KEYLESS-GO** from the starter switch, Maybach Limited Warranty. alone is not intended to or capable of pre- take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do...

  • Page 202: Driving Tips

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission Stopping Maneuvering Driving tips When you stop briefly, e.g. at traffic When you maneuver in tight areas, e.g. Accelerator position lights: when pulling into a parking space: Your driving style influences the trans- Leave the transmission in gear. Control the vehicle speed by gradual- mission’s shifting behavior: ly releasing the brakes.

  • Page 203: Gear Ranges

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission Gear ranges Effect Effect With the gear selector lever in é ç The transmission shifts through The transmission shifts through position D, you can select a gear range fourth gear only. second gear only. for the automatic transmission to è...

  • Page 204: Automatic Shift Program

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission Press program mode selector Automatic shift program switch 1 repeatedly until the letter Never change the program mode The program mode selector switch is of the desired program mode when the gear selector lever is out of located on the lower part of the front appears in the tachometer display.

  • Page 205: One-Touch Gearshifting

    Press and hold the gear selector lever train which is not covered by the To avoid overrevving the engine in the D– direction. Maybach Limited Warranty. when the gear selector lever is moved The transmission will automatically to the D– direction, the transmission...

  • Page 206: Emergency Operation (Limp-Home Mode)

    Turn off the engine. Wait at least 10 seconds before re- starting. Restart the engine. Move gear selector lever to position D (for second gear) or R. Have the transmission checked at an authorized Maybach Studio as soon as possible.

  • Page 207: Good Visibility

    Controls in detail Good visibility For information on the windshield wip- Switch on the ignition ( page 62). Rear view mirrors ers, see “Windshield wipers” Press button 1. For information on setting the rear view ( page 80). mirrors, see “Mirrors” ( page 70). The headlamps are cleaned with a Headlamp cleaning system high-pressure water jet.
  • Page 208 Controls in detail Good visibility Deactivating Warning! Electrolyte drops coming into contact with the vehicle paint finish can be The auto-dimming function does not react completely removed only while in the if incoming light is not aimed directly at liquid state by applying plenty of wa- sensors in the interior rear view mirror.

  • Page 209: Power Folding Exterior Rear View Mirrors

    Controls in detail Good visibility Activating exterior rear view mirror Make sure you have stored a parking Power folding exterior rear view parking position position for the passenger-side exte- mirrors rior rear view mirror ( page 154). Follow these steps to activate the mirror parking position so that the passenger- Switch on the ignition ( page 62).
  • Page 210 Controls in detail Good visibility Folding exterior rear view mirrors in and Folding the exterior rear view mirrors in out automatically and out manually If you are driving at more than ap- When the corresponding function in the The exterior rear view mirrors can vibrate proximately 9 mph (15 km/h), you control system is activated ( page 196): if they are not completely folded out.

  • Page 211: Sun Visors

    Controls in detail Good visibility Glare from the front Sun visors The sun visors protect you from sun glare while driving. Warning! Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the mirrors in the sun visors closed while the vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare can endanger you and others.

  • Page 212: Rear Window Defroster

    Controls in detail Good visibility Activating Rear window defroster The rear window defroster consumes Press button F ( page 214). If the indicator lamp F is flashing, high levels of energy. To keep battery there is insufficient voltage due to The indicator lamp on the button drain to a minimum, switch off the de- too many electrical consumers are...

  • Page 213: Automatic Climate Control

    Controls in detail Automatic climate control The automatic climate control is a 4-zone The automatic climate control is opera- Nearly all dust particles, pollutants and intelligent climate control system. Your tional whenever the engine is running. It odors are filtered out before outside air vehicle interior is divided into four zones.

  • Page 214: Cockpit

    Controls in detail Automatic climate control Cockpit 1 Side air vent, left, adjustable 5 Side air vent, right, adjustable 8 Automatic climate control panel 2 Center air vent, left, adjustable 6 Thumbwheel for right side air vent 9 Thumbwheel for left center air vent 3 Fixed air vent 7 Thumbwheel for right center air...
  • Page 215 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Automatic climate control panel, front 1 Air distribution and air volume, 8 Air distribution, right (manual) d AC cooling on/off left (automatic) 9 Air distribution and air volume, e Residual heat and ventilation 2 Air distribution, left (manual) right (automatic) f Activated charcoal filter 3 Air volume, left...

  • Page 216: Deactivating The Climate Control System

    Controls in detail Automatic climate control Use temperature controls 4 for the Deactivating the climate control sys- Operating the climate control system left side or 6 ( page 214) for the in automatic mode right side to separately adjust the air It is possible to completely deactivate the temperature on each side of the pas- automatic climate control system.

  • Page 217: Setting The Temperature

    Controls in detail Automatic climate control Press left or right air distribution Setting the temperature Adjusting air distribution controls 2 and/or 8 ( page 214). Use temperature controls 4 for the left Use the air distribution controls 2 side or 6 ( page 214) for the right side and 8 ( page 214) to separately adjust The indicator lamp on button U to separately adjust the air temperature...

  • Page 218: Front Defroster

    Controls in detail Automatic climate control Deactivating Front defroster Maximum cooling MAXCOOL You can use this setting to defrost the Press button P ( page 214). If the left and right air distribution con- windshield, for example if it is iced up. trols as well as the air volume control are The indicator lamp on the button You can also defog the windshield and...

  • Page 219: Air Recirculation Mode

    Controls in detail Automatic climate control Air recirculation mode Switch to air recirculation mode to pre- The air recirculation mode is activat- Press and hold button , for ap- vent unpleasant odors from entering the ed automatically: proximately 2 seconds. The windows vehicle from the outside (e.g.

  • Page 220: Charcoal Filter

    Controls in detail Automatic climate control Deactivating Charcoal filter Press button , ( page 214). Press and hold button , for ap- An activated charcoal filter markedly re- proximately 2 seconds. The windows duces bad odors and removes pollutants The indicator lamp on the button and or tilt/sliding sunroof will return from air entering the passenger com- goes out.
  • Page 221 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Deactivating The system switches automatically to the Warning! air recirculation mode if the carbon Press button e ( page 214). monoxide (CO) or nitrogen oxide (NO The indicator lamp on the button concentration of the outside air increas- Never operate the windows and the tilt/ goes out.

  • Page 222: Air Conditioning

    The indicator lamp on the Have the air conditioning checked at button r comes on. the nearest authorized Maybach Condensation may drip out from Studio. Activating underneath the vehicle. This is nor- mal and not an indication of a mal- Moist air can fog up the windows.

  • Page 223: Residual Heat And Ventilation

    Controls in detail Automatic climate control Deactivating Residual heat and ventilation With the engine switched off, it is possi- Press button T ( page 214). How long the system will provide ble to continue to heat or ventilate the heating depends on the coolant tem- The indicator lamp on button T interior for up to 30 minutes.

  • Page 224: Temperature-Controlled Glove Box

    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 can be heated or cooled. The glove box will be heated or panel The air temperature is regulated accord- cooled.

  • Page 225: Rear Passenger Compartment

    Controls in detail Automatic climate control Rear passenger compartment Overview of Maybach 57...
  • Page 226 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...
  • Page 227 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Overview of Maybach 62...
  • Page 228 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...
  • Page 229 Controls in detail Automatic climate control 1 Air volume, left (manual) 7 Air distribution, right (manual) 2 Temperature control, left 8 AC cooling on/off 3 Display 9 Residual heat and ventilation/ Automatic climate control on/off 4 Temperature control, right button 5 Air volume, right (manual) a Air distribution, left (manual) 6 Air distribution, right (automatic)

  • Page 230: Control System

    Controls in detail Automatic climate control Use temperature controls 2 for the Activating the climate control system Operating the climate control system left side or 4 for the right side to in automatic mode Activating separately adjust the air temperature on each side of the passenger com- Switch on the ignition ( page 62).

  • Page 231: Adjusting Air Distribution

    Controls in detail Automatic climate control Increasing Press the desired air distribution Adjusting air distribution control 7 and/or a ( page 228). Push top of temperature control 2 Use the air distribution controls 7 and/or 4 ( page 228) until the dis- and a ( page 228) to separately adjust The indicator lamp on button U play shows the desired temperature.

  • Page 232: Adjusting Air Volume

    Controls in detail Automatic climate control Deactivating Adjusting air volume Air conditioning Seven blower speeds are available. The cooling function, only operational It is possible to deactivate the air condi- when the engine is running, cools the ve- tioning (cooling) function of the auto- Press ˜...

  • Page 233: Residual Heat And Ventilation

    Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Maybach The air flow depends on the intensity of after about 30 minutes Studio. the solar radiation. The ventilation starts if the battery voltage drops 2 minutes after switching off the engine.

  • Page 234: Power Windows

    Controls in detail Power windows Power windows Opening and closing the power on the climate control panel, the automat- Warning! windows ic reversal function will not operate. The windows are opened and closed When leaving the vehicle, always remove When closing the windows, make sure electrically.
  • Page 235 Controls in detail Power windows Opening the windows Fully opening the windows (Express-open) Operating the windows from the rear Press switch 1 to 4 at the is not possible if you activate the symbol k to resistance point. Press switch 1 to 4 at the override switch ( page 105).

  • Page 236: Synchronizing The Power Windows

    Controls in detail Power windows Synchronizing the power windows Summer opening feature The windows must be synchronized If the weather is warm, you can ventilate If the upward movement of the win- the vehicle before driving off by simulta- dow is blocked during the closing after the consumer battery has been neously procedure, the window will stop and...

  • Page 237: Convenience Closing Feature

    Controls in detail Power windows Convenience closing feature Warning! When you lock the vehicle, you can close the windows and tilt/sliding sunroof si- When closing the windows and the tilt/ multaneously. sliding sunroof, be sure that there is no Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey danger of anyone being harmed by the or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** at closing procedure.

  • Page 238: Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof

    Power tilt/sliding sunroof Power tilt/sliding sunroof Opening and closing the power tilt/ Warning! sliding sunroof (Maybach 57) The tilt/sliding sunroof is opened and When closing the tilt/sliding sunroof, make closed electrically. The switch for the tilt/ sure there is no danger of anyone being sliding sunroof is on the overhead con- harmed by the closing procedure.

  • Page 239: Tilt/Sliding Sunroof

    Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof Opening and closing the power tilt/slid- When leaving the vehicle, always remove ing sunroof You can also open or close the tilt/ the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** from the starter switch, sliding sunroof using the SmartKey, To open, close, raise or lower the tilt/ take it with you, and lock the vehicle.

  • Page 240: Synchronizing The Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof (Maybach 57)

    Stopping the power tilt/sliding sunroof Remove the respective fuse from the Synchronizing the power tilt/sliding fuse box ( page 482). sunroof (Maybach 57) Move the switch in any direction. The tilt/sliding sunroof must be synchro- Reinsert the fuse in the main fuse nized box.

  • Page 241: Opening And Closing The Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof (Maybach 62)

    Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof Opening and closing the power their seat belts properly as entire body tilt/sliding sunroof (Maybach 62) To avoid damaging the seals, do not parts or portions of them may protrude transport any objects with sharp edg- The tilt/sliding sunroof is opened and from the passenger compartment.

  • Page 242: Tilt/Sliding Sunroof

    Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof Operating from the cockpit With the SmartKey in starter switch The switch for the tilt/sliding sunroof is If the screen is closed, the screen position 0 or removed from the start- on the overhead control panel. opens first when you push the sun- er switch, the tilt/sliding sunroof can roof switch in direction of arrow 1.

  • Page 243: Tilt/Sliding Sunroof

    Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof Opening and closing the power tilt/slid- Stopping the power tilt/sliding sunroof Operating from the rear passenger com- ing sunroof during Express-operation partment Open the screen if it is closed. Move the switch in any direction. The switches are in the storage compart- ment under the rear center armrest.

  • Page 244: Tilt/Sliding Sunroof

    Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof The switches are in the storage compart- Opening and closing the power tilt/slid- ment in the rear center armrest. ing sunroof If the screen is closed, the screen will open first when you press sunroof Open the screen if it is closed.

  • Page 245: Synchronizing The Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof (Maybach 62)

    Synchronizing the power tilt/sliding the rear, lower and close it. procedure, the tilt/sliding sunroof sunroof (Maybach 62) will stop and reopen slightly. Move and hold the sunroof switch in The tilt/sliding sunroof must be synchro-...

  • Page 246: Electrotransparent Roof

    Controls in detail Electrotransparent roof* Electrotransparent roof* Operating from the cockpit Operating the electrotransparent When leaving the vehicle, always remove roof The switch for the electrotransparent the SmartKey or SmartKey with You can operate the electrotransparent KEYLESS-GO** from the starter switch, roof is on the overhead control unit.
  • Page 247 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.
  • Page 248 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.

  • Page 249: Driving Systems

    Controls in detail Driving systems The driving systems of your vehicle are Cruise control described on the following pages: Warning! Cruise control automatically maintains Cruise control and Distronic**, with the speed you set for your vehicle. Cruise control is a convenience system de- which the vehicle can maintain a pre- Use of cruise control is recommended for signed to assist the driver during vehicle...
  • Page 250 Controls in detail Driving systems Cruise control lever Setting current speed Canceling cruise control The cruise control lever is the uppermost Accelerate or decelerate to the de- There are several ways to cancel cruise lever on the left-hand side of the steer- sired speed.
  • Page 251 Controls in detail Driving systems Setting a higher speed Setting to last stored speed (“Resume” function) Lift the cruise control lever in direc- When you use the cruise control lever tion of arrow 1 ( page 249) and to decelerate, the transmission will hold it until the desired speed is automatically downshift if the en- Warning!

  • Page 252: Distronic

    Controls in detail Driving systems Distronic** It is the driver’s responsibility at all times to Warning! When activated, the Distronic adaptive be attentive to road, traffic and weather cruise control system increases driving conditions and to provide the steering, Distronic requires familiarity with its oper- braking and other driving inputs necessary convenience afforded by the cruise con- ational characteristics.
  • Page 253 Controls in detail Driving systems Warning! Warning! Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Use of Distronic can be dangerous on slip- Distronic cannot take weather conditions Industry Canada. Operation is subject pery roads. Rapid changes in tire traction into account.
  • Page 254 Controls in detail Driving systems Distronic displays in the speedometer In these situations, Distronic will continue Warning! dial to maintain the set speed unless deactivat- ed. Distronic is designed and intended only Close attention to road and traffic condi- to maintain a set speed and keep a set dis- tions is imperative at all times, regardless tance from moving objects in front of it.
  • Page 255 Controls in detail Driving systems The intermittent warning sound ceas- es and the red distance warning Warning! lamp goes out when the neces- sary distance to the vehicle ahead is An intermittent warning sounds and the again established. distance warning lamp in the instru- ment cluster is illuminated if the Distronic system calculates that the distance to the...
  • Page 256 Controls in detail Driving systems Press button è or ÿ repeatedly Distronic activated Warning! until you see one of the following dis- If you turn Distronic on, you will see the plays. set speed in the multifunction display for Distronic brakes your vehicle with a maxi- about 5 seconds.
  • Page 257 Controls in detail Driving systems Cruise control lever Activating Distronic Setting the current speed The Distronic system is operated by You can activate Distronic when Accelerate or decelerate to the de- means of the cruise control lever. sired speed. you are driving above 25 mph The cruise control lever is the uppermost (40 km/h) Briefly lift the cruise control lever in...
  • Page 258 Controls in detail Driving systems Setting a higher speed Setting a lower speed Setting to last stored speed (“Resume” function) Briefly tip the cruise control lever in Briefly tip the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 1 ( page 256) to direction of arrow 2 ( page 256) to increase vehicle speed in increments decrease vehicle speed in increments...
  • Page 259 Controls in detail Driving systems Deactivating Distronic Distronic deactivates automatically Setting the following distance in when: Distronic There are several ways to deactivate the Distronic system: You set the parking brake. You can set the specified following dis- tance for Distronic by varying the time Briefly tip the cruise control lever in You drive slower than 22 mph setting between 1.0 and 2.0 seconds.
  • Page 260 Controls in detail Driving systems The distance warning function on/off Turn thumbwheel 3 in direction of cle ahead is sufficient again without ap- button and thumbwheel for setting dis- arrow 4. plying the brake pedal. In this case the tance are located on the lower part of distance warning lamp l also extin- the front center console.
  • Page 261 Controls in detail Driving systems Activating Warning! Warning! Press button 1 {. Indicator lamp 2 comes on. A loud- Distronic works to maintain the speed se- Distronic should not be used in snowy or speaker symbol appears in the multi- lected by the driver unless a moving obsta- icy road conditions.
  • Page 262 Controls in detail Driving systems Turns and bends Offset driving If the message: DISTRONIC CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE SEE OPERATORS MANUAL disappears during driving and last speed stored flashes for approximate- ly 5 seconds, the dirt (e.g. slush) has dissolved; Distronic is again opera- tional.
  • Page 263 Controls in detail Driving systems Lane changing Narrow vehicles Distronic has not yet detected the vehicle Because of their narrow profiles, the ve- changing lanes. There will be insufficient hicles traveling near the outer edges of distance to the lane changing vehicle. the lane have not yet been detected by Distronic.

  • Page 264: Airmatic Dc (Dual Control)

    Controls in detail Driving systems The ADS automatically selects the opti- Suspension tuning Airmatic DC (Dual Control) mum damping for the respective driving Airmatic automatically selects the opti- The suspension tuning is set according conditions. At the same time the suspen- mum suspension tuning and ride height sion is set to either sporty or regular.
  • Page 265 Controls in detail Driving systems If one indicator lamp is on, the control system supports a primari- The selected suspension style is stored ly dynamic style of driving. The in memory, even after the SmartKey message: is removed from the starter switch. AIRMATIC DC SPORTS 1 Vehicle level control...
  • Page 266 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...
  • Page 267 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 265).

  • Page 268: Parktronic System (Parking Assist)

    Controls in detail Driving systems The Parktronic system monitors the sur- Parktronic system (Parking assist) Warning! roundings of your vehicle with six sensors in the front bumper and four sensors in Warning! the rear bumper. Make sure no persons or animals are in the area in which you are maneuvering.
  • Page 269 Controls in detail Driving systems Front sensors Minimum distance Center approx. 40 in (100 cm) Center approx. 8 in (20 cm) Corners approx. 24 in (60 cm) Corners approx. 6 in (15 cm) Rear sensors If the system detects an obstacle in this range, all the warning lamps come on Center approx.
  • Page 270 ( pages 38-46). the gear selector lever is no longer in position R Maybach 62 with partition* 1 Left front area warning indicator you exceed a speed of 5 mph You have an additional warning indica-...
  • Page 271 Controls in detail Driving systems Warning indicators activated As your vehicle approaches an object, Switching the Parktronic system on/off one or more segments will come on, de- The position of the gear selector lever The Parktronic system can be switched pending on the distance between your determines which warning indicators off manually.
  • Page 272 Indicator lamp 2 goes out. Switch off the ignition ( page 62). Have the Parktronic system checked by an authorized Maybach Studio as Clean Parktronic system sensors The Parktronic system is automatical- soon as possible. ( page 403).

  • Page 273: Parking Assist System (Pas)

    Controls in detail Driving systems The Parking Assist System (PAS) is an op- The camera is in the license plate recess Parking Assist System (PAS) tical parking aid. It shows you the area next to the handle for the trunk lid. behind the vehicle on the COMAND display 1.
  • Page 274 Controls in detail Driving systems View through the camera The 20 in (50 cm) 1, 40 in (100 cm) 2 Special attention must be paid to objects and 107 in (270 cm) 3 guide lines corre- outside of the camera’s field of view such spond to the respective distance on the as those located very close to or below the ground to the rear end of the vehicle.
  • Page 275 PAS. Contact an winter (lens condensation) reverse parking or parallel parking, authorized Maybach Studio. the image from the back-up camera is outside temperatures are very high interrupted.
  • Page 276 Controls in detail Driving systems Reverse parking (back-in parking) Warning! Please note that objects which do not touch the ground, such as the bumper of a vehicle parked behind you, a trailer hitch, or the back of a truck, may appear to be further away than they actually are.
  • Page 277 Controls in detail Driving systems Backing in straight Turn steering wheel so that the guide Parallel parking lines for cornering are pointing to- Switch on the COMAND. This function assists you when you wish wards the desired parking space. to park in a row, e.g. in a parking place Move gear selector lever to position R The parking space is wide enough if parallel to the road.
  • Page 278 Controls in detail Driving systems Warning! If the respective vertical guide line 2 is not yet located at the end of the parked vehicle and you are already turning into the parking space, you could collide with the parked vehicle. Stop the parking pro- cedure immediately.
  • Page 279 Controls in detail Driving systems With the vehicle at a standstill, turn steering wheel in direction of parking If you turn the steering wheel too far, until extension guide line 4 inter- the following appears in the sects the reference point for the rear COMAND display: Guidance by PAS tire of the vehicle parked next to not possible.
  • Page 280 Controls in detail Driving systems Back up using the set wheel angle un- til guide line 8 for straight driving is If you turn the steering wheel while parallel to the edge of the parking backing up, the following appears in space, e.g.

  • Page 281: Loading

    Controls in detail Loading Cargo tie-down hooks Loading instructions Warning! The total load weight including vehicle occupants and luggage/cargo should not Always fasten items being carried as se- exceed the load limit or vehicle capacity curely as possible. weight indicated on the corresponding In an accident, during hard braking or sud- placard located on the driver’s door den maneuvers, loose items will be thrown...

  • Page 282: Useful Features

    Reflected glare can endanger you and others. 1 Mirror lamp 2 Mirror cover Example illustration from Maybach 57 Close the vanity mirror cover (if open) To use mirror, lift up cover 2. 3 Vanity mirror before you disengage the sun visor Mirror lamp 1 comes on.

  • Page 283: Storage Compartments

    Controls in detail Useful features Ventilation grille with upper storage Opening the upper storage box Storage compartments Press the chrome label. Warning! The storage box opens. To help avoid personal injury during a col- Closing the upper storage box lision or sudden maneuver, exercise care Fold the cover down until it engages when storing objects in the vehicle.
  • Page 284 Controls in detail Useful features Glove box Unlocking the glove box separately An AUX socket is located in the glove Pull the mechanical key out of the box. Portable audio devices can be SmartKey ( page 452). plugged in here. Insert the mechanical key into the glove box lock and turn it to Opening...
  • Page 285 Controls in detail Useful features Compartment for the front telephone Closing Press button 1 to close. Warning! To prevent any damage, the tele- Always keep the compartment for the phone flap must be folded down be- front telephone closed while driving. The fore closing the telephone protruding telephone could otherwise compartment.
  • Page 286 Useful features Storage compartments in the front Opening the storage compartment Storage compartments in the rear doors doors (Maybach 57) Lift the lid 1 up. Closing the storage compartment Warning! Press the lid 1 down. Always keep the door storage compart- ments closed while the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 287 Controls in detail Useful features Storage compartments in the rear doors Opening the storage compartment Storage compartment under the driver’s (Maybach 62) seat Lift the lid 1 or 2 up. Closing the storage compartment Press the lid 1 or 2 down.
  • Page 288 1 Storage compartment 2 Opening button for storage compart- Closing storage compartment/drawer ment Example illustration from Maybach 57 Push storage compartment/ 3 Storage compartment/drawer 1 Opening button for storage compart- drawer 3 until it engages in the lock. 4 Opening button for storage compart-...
  • Page 289 Maybach 62 with partition* There is no storage compartment/ 1 Cover drawer in Maybach 57 with rear cen- 2 Opening button for upper storage ter seat* if your vehicle configuration compartment has the control panel for the rear To open, press button 2.
  • Page 290 1 Cover the storage pocket. 2 Opening button for upper storage The storage pocket cannot protect trans- compartment Example illustration from Maybach 57 ported goods in the event of an accident. 3 Opening button for upper storage 1 Multifunction compartment compartment 2 Button for opening multifunction To open, press button 2 or 3.
  • Page 291 Controls in detail Useful features Storage pockets for Maybach 62 without Storage pockets for Maybach 62 with Storage compartments between the rear partition* partition* seats Storage pockets are located on the left Storage pockets are located on the back and right side of the rear center console.
  • Page 292 Controls in detail Useful features Opening storage compartments 3, 4, Opening/closing the storage compart- Warning! 5 and 8 ment under the rear center armrest Press the chrome label on the cover. To open, lift up armrest 6. Always fold the rear center armrest 6 The compartment opens.
  • Page 293 COMAND and Rear-Cabin Audiovisu- 1 Rear armrest al System operating instructions. Pull the top of armrest 1 out and Example illustration from Maybach 57 (vehi- fold it downward. cles with rear center seat*) Do not sit on or lean your body...

  • Page 294: Umbrella

    Controls in detail Useful features Storage compartments in trunk Opening the compartment Umbrella Turn handle 1 or 4 90°. An umbrella is located in the trunk. Swing the cover down. Closing the compartment Swing the cover up. Turn handle 1 or 4 90°. 1 Handle 2 Compartment for navigation system 1 Umbrella...

  • Page 295: Floormats

    Controls in detail Useful features Removing Floormats Warning! Pull floormats off of retainer pins 2. Remove the floormats. Whenever you are using floormats, make sure there is enough clearance and that Installing the floormats are securely fastened. Floormats should always be securely fas- Lay down the floormat.

  • Page 296: Cup Holders

    1 Cup holder, left sonal injury. Liquids spilled on vehicle 2 Cup holder, right equipment may cause damage not covered by the Maybach Limited Warranty. Opening When not in use, keep the cup holder 1 Rear cup holder closed. An open cup holder may cause inju- Press the chrome label on the cover.
  • Page 297 Place only champagne flutes from the seat*) Push the cup holder in until it engag- Maybach Accessory range into the cham- pagne flute holder. Only use those flutes designed for use with the holder. Make sure the champagne flutes are held in place by the retaining clips whenever the flutes are placed in the holder.
  • Page 298 Take the drip tray out of the opening Press the holder closed until it engag- for the bottle and place it under the opening on the carpet. Magnets hold the drip tray in the cor- Example illustration from Maybach 57 rect position.

  • Page 299: Ashtrays

    Controls in detail Useful features Removing ashtray insert Rear compartment ashtray Ashtrays Center console ashtray Warning! Remove front ashtray only with vehicle standing still. Set the parking brake to se- cure vehicle from movement. Move gear selector lever to position P. With gear se- lector lever in position P, turn off the en- gine.

  • Page 300: Cigarette Lighters

    Controls in detail Useful features Reinstalling the ashtray insert Removing ashtray insert Cigarette lighters Install insert by pushing back into Lift lid 1 up. frame until it engages again. Warning! Lift ashtray lid 3. Close the ashtray. Press sliding button 2 forward. Never touch the heating element or sides Insert 4 slides out a short distance.
  • Page 301 Controls in detail Useful features The lighter socket can be used to ac- commodate 12V DC electrical accesso- ries (up to a maximum of 85 W) designed for use with the standard “cigarette lighter” plug type. Keep in mind, however, that connecting ac- cessories to the lighter socket (for ex- ample extensive connecting and disconnecting, or using plugs that do...

  • Page 302: Non-Smokers Package

    Controls in detail Useful features Storage compartment in rear center con- Non-smokers package* sole Storage compartment in front center console 1 Storage compartment 2 Chrome label 1 Storage compartment Tap lightly on chrome label 2 on the 2 Chrome label cover.

  • Page 303: Folding Table* (Standard On Maybach 62; Optional On Maybach 57)

    Useful features Opening the folding table Folding table* (standard on Maybach 62; optional on Maybach 57) 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...

  • Page 304: Refrigerator** In Rear Center Console

    Controls in detail Useful features Closing the folding table Refrigerator** in rear center console Fold the table halves together. Warning! Swing the table upward vertically. Press the table until it engages at the Always fold the rear center armrest down- base of the folding table.
  • Page 305 Controls in detail Useful features Opening the refrigerator Turning refrigerator on The refrigerator continues to operate Lift up the rear center armrest up- Turn knob 4 from OFF position 7 for up to 2 hours after the ignition ward. clockwise. has been switched off.

  • Page 306: Power Outlets

    Controls in detail Useful features The power outlet can be used to accom- Power outlets modate 12V DC electrical accessories (e.g. air pump, auxiliary lamps) up to a maximum of 180 W. Switch on the ignition ( page 62). Flip up cover. Make sure the override switch is not activated ( page 105).

  • Page 307: Battery Charge Socket

    Connect the Maybach battery charg- er* to battery charge socket 2. Fol- low the separate operating instructions for the Maybach battery charger*. You can obtain the Maybach battery charger* at any authorized Maybach Studio. Check with an authorized Maybach Studio for availability.

  • Page 308: Rear Window Curtain

    To stop the procedure, press the but- ton again. Operating from the cockpit Operating from the rear Rear button (only Maybach 57 without rear door window curtains* and with rear seat*) 1 To close/open the curtain Closing the curtain Briefly press button 1.
  • Page 309 Controls in detail Useful features Opening the curtain Opening the curtain Briefly press button 1. Lightly press button 2 to resistance point. The curtain opens automatically. The curtain will open until you re- To stop the procedure, press the but- lease the button.

  • Page 310: Rear Door Window Curtains

    Controls in detail Useful features Rear door window curtains* Warning! The driver’s switches are in the lower If you open a rear door window with- part of the front center console under out rear door window curtain com- When operating the curtains, make sure the cover for the cup holders.
  • Page 311 Controls in detail Useful features Operating from the rear Closing the curtain Lightly press upper part 1 of button 3 or 4 to resistance point. The respective curtain will close until you release the button. Opening the curtain Lightly press lower part 2 of button 3 or 4 to resistance point.
  • Page 312 Controls in detail Useful features Fully closing the curtain (Express-close) Fully opening the curtain (Express-open) Warning! Press upper part 1 of Press lower part 2 of button 3 or 4 button 3 or 4 past the resistance past the point of resistance and re- When operating the curtains, make sure point and release.

  • Page 313: Partition

    Controls in detail Useful features Partition* Operating the partition Warning! When operating the partition, make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing proce- dure. The opening or closing procedure can be Button in cockpit Button in rear passenger compartment immediately halted by releasing the but- (The mobile phone shown is not an available...
  • Page 314 Controls in detail Useful features Closing the partition Fully closing the partition (Express-close) Lightly press button 1 to resistance point. Press button 1 past the resistance point and release. The partition will close until you re- lease the button. The partition closes completely. To stop the procedure, press the but- Opening the partition ton again.
  • Page 315 Controls in detail Useful features Operating the partition curtain Warning! When operating the curtains, make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing proce- dure. The opening or closing procedure can be immediately halted by releasing the but- ton or, if the button was pressed past the Button in cockpit Button in rear passenger compartment...

  • Page 316: Two-Way Intercom* (Maybach 62: Standard With Partition*)

    Controls in detail Useful features Opening the curtain Two-way intercom* (Maybach 62: standard with partition*) Lightly press button 2 to resistance point. With the partition closed, you can com- municate between the cockpit and the The curtain will open until you re- rear passenger compartment using the lease the button.
  • Page 317 The button is located on the lower part In Maybach 62 with a rear center seat* in of the front center console. the storage compartment/drawer in rear center console the buttons are on the rear center console.

  • Page 318: External Communication (Special Order Equipment)

    Controls in detail Useful features Adjusting the volume Take the control unit out of the glove External communication box. (special order equipment) Turn thumbwheel 1 until the de- sired volume has been set. With the communication system, you can Listening communicate with persons outside the Ending the voice connection vehicle over a loudspeaker and an out-...

  • Page 319: Heated Steering Wheel

    Controls in detail Useful features Switching on Switching off Heated steering wheel The steering wheel heating warms up Switch on the ignition ( page 62). Turn switch at the tip of stalk in direc- the leather area of the steering wheel. tion of arrow 3.

  • Page 320: Telephone

    For (i.e. without being connected to an exter- for Maybach vehicles. Please contact an your safety and the safety of others, we nal antenna) from inside the vehicle while...
  • Page 321 These mobile phone cradles can be ob- Press button 1 to close. Opening tained from an authorized Maybach Press release button 1. Studio. To prevent any damage, the mobile Compartment lid 2 opens down-...
  • Page 322 Controls in detail Useful features Inserting the mobile phone in the mobile Push the top of the mobile phone in phone cradle direction of arrow 1, until the lug on the mobile phone release button en- Once the mobile phone has been insert- gages.
  • Page 323 Removing the mobile phone from the Changing the mobile phone cradle ing the í and ì buttons in the cradle Please contact an authorized Maybach steering wheel. You can control other Studio if you require a different mobile functions of the mobile phone via the phone cradle for your GSM or CDMA mo- control system ( page 181).
  • Page 324 Controls in detail Useful features Installing a different mobile phone cra- Cellular phone in the rear Your vehicle is equipped with Blue- ® ® tooth . The Bluetooth interface is locat- ed in the rear armrest. Open the storage compartment in the rear center armrest ( page 291).
  • Page 325 Enter “0000” (four zeros), when face and mobile phone prompted to enter the passkey. Please contact a authorized Maybach The indicator lamp in the button 1 Studio for the most recent list of ® will stop flashing and remain illumi-...

  • Page 326: Tele Aid

    ¡, depending on the type If you have any questions regarding charged, properly connected, not dam- of response required. activation, please call the Maybach aged and cellular and GPS coverage is Assistance Center at available. Warning! 1-866-FOR-MAYBach (in the USA) or 1-888-881-6611 (in Canada).
  • Page 327 If either ¡ or in the Information button do not or, in Maybach 62 vehicles with rear of these signals are unavailable, the come on during the system self-check or if center seat* and partition* or two-...
  • Page 328 Center and the occupants of the Location of the vehicle on a map is the rear seat or, in Maybach 62 vehicles vehicle will be established automatically only possible if the vehicle is able to...
  • Page 329 Controls in detail Useful features Initiating an emergency call manually Warning! If the indicator lamp in the SOS button is il- luminated continuously and there was no voice connection to the Response Center established, then the Tele Aid system could not initiate an emergency call (e.g.
  • Page 330 Controls in detail Useful features For Maybach 57 with rear center seat*: For Maybach 62 with rear center seat*: Briefly press on the cover of the the additional SOS button is located in the additional SOS button is located in emergency call button 1 with the the rear center console.
  • Page 331 Press button 1. Assistance dispatcher will be initiat- Maybach Studio. For services such as la- The compartment lid 2 opens down- ed. The button • flashes while the bor and/or towing, charges may apply.
  • Page 332 Controls in detail Useful features The following is only available in the Information button ¡ If the indicator lamp on the Roadside USA: Assistance button • is illuminated The Information button ¡ is located continuously and there was no voice Sign and Drive services: Services such in the front telephone compartment connection to the Response Center...
  • Page 333 (subject to tiate a call. Visit your Maybach Studio connection to the Response Center availability of cellular and GPS signals). and have the system checked or con-...
  • Page 334 CD) pauses. The mobile phone mobile phone: ority and override all other active calls. switches off. If it is necessary for you Contact the Maybach Assistance Cen- to use this phone, then the vehicle ter at must be parked. Disconnect the...
  • Page 335 See anti-theft alarm system available if the relevant cellular ( page 115) and tow-away alarm Pass this number on to the Maybach phone network is available. ( page 117). Response Center along with your The SOS button flashes and the mes-...

  • Page 336: Garage Door Opener

    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...
  • Page 337 Controls in detail Useful features Programming or reprogramming the in- Step 3: Step 5: tegrated remote control Hold the end of the hand-held re- After the indicator lamp 1 changes mote control 5 of the device you from a slow to a rapidly flashing Step 1: wish to train approximately 2 to 5 in light, release the hand-held remote...
  • Page 338 Controls in detail Useful features Step 7: Step 9: Step 12: To program the remaining two signal Press the “training” button on the Confirm the garage door operation transmitter buttons, repeat the steps garage door opener motor head unit. by pressing the programmed signal above starting with step 3.
  • Page 339 Controls in detail Useful features Gate operator/Canadian programming Step 4: Proceed with programming step 5 and step 6 to complete. Canadian radio-frequency laws require Press and hold the signal transmitter transmitter signals to “time-out” (or button (2, 3 or 4). Do not release quit) after several seconds of transmis- this button until it has been success- Upon completion of programming...
  • Page 340 Controls in detail Useful features Reprogramming a single signal transmit- Erasing the remote control memory Put a new battery in the hand-held ter button remote control 5. This will increase Switch on the ignition ( page 62). the likelihood of the hand-held re- To program a device using a signal trans- Simultaneously press and hold down mote control sending a faster and...

  • Page 342: Operation

    Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...

  • Page 343: The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)

    Operation The first 1000 miles (1500 km) In the “Operation” section, you will find The more cautiously you treat your vehi- detailed information on operating, cle during the break-in period, the more All of the above instructions, as may maintaining and caring for your vehicle. satisfied you will be with its performance apply to your vehicle type, also apply later on.

  • Page 344: Driving Instructions

    Maintenance Booklet and as re- quired by the Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS (Canada vehi- cles). Contact an authorized Maybach Studio. Fuel consumption is also increased by driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go...

  • Page 345: Power Assistance

    Operation Driving instructions Power assistance Brakes If there is a malfunction in the electro-hy- draulic brake system, we recommend that the vehicle be transported with all wheels Warning! Warning! off the ground using flatbed or appropri- ate wheel lift/dolly equipment. A tow bar The electro-hydraulic brake system re- After driving in heavy rain for some time must be used if circumstances do not per-...
  • Page 346 Only install brake pads and brake fluid also enhance the grip of the brake pads. air stream can cool down the brakes fast- recommended by us for use on Maybach vehicles. Warning! Warning!

  • Page 347: Driving Off

    Doing so may cause serious damage Keep right foot firmly on brake pedal. to the drivetrain which is not covered by Firmly depress parking brake pedal. the Maybach Limited Warranty. Move the gear selector lever to position P. Slowly release brake pedal.

  • Page 348: Tires

    (conditions), the tire traction varies appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to cur, even at low speeds and with new widely. the nearest authorized Maybach Studio or tires. Reduce vehicle speed, avoid track tire dealer for repairs. grooves in the road and apply brakes Specified tire inflation pressures must be cautiously in the rain.

  • Page 349: Tire Traction

    Driving instructions ( page 491) for a listing of winter tires Maybach 57, Maybach 62 Tire traction approved by us for use on Maybach vehi- The safe speed on a wet, snow covered Your vehicle is factory equipped with cles.

  • Page 350: Winter Driving Instructions

    Operation Driving instructions Road salts and chemicals can adversely Winter driving instructions affect braking efficiency. Increased pedal Warning! The most important rule for slippery or force may become necessary to produce icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid the normal braking effect.

  • Page 351: Standing Water

    Observe all legal requirements. listed in the index of your Maybach being ingested by the engine Studio directory, you should request per- through the air intake causing severe tinent information from an authorized internal engine damage.

  • Page 352: Catalytic Converter

    Operation Driving instructions Telephones and two-way radios Catalytic converter Warning! Your Maybach is equipped with mono- lithic-type catalytic converters, an impor- Warning! As with any vehicle, do not idle, park or op- tant element in conjunction with the erate this vehicle in areas where combusti-...

  • Page 353: Coolant Temperature

    Stay away from rious engine damage which is not ing, have the cause determined and cor- the engine if you see or hear steam coming covered by the Maybach Limited rected immediately. If you must drive from it. Warranty.

  • Page 354: At The Gas Station

    Operation At the gas station At the gas station The fuel filler flap is located on the right Open the fuel filler flap by pushing at Refueling hand side of the vehicle towards the the point indicated by the arrow 1. rear.
  • Page 355 Operation At the gas station Warning! Use only premium unleaded gasoline Leaving the engine running and the with a minimum Posted Octane Rat- fuel cap open can cause Overfilling of the fuel tank may create ing of 91 (average of 96 RON/ the ? lamp to illuminate.

  • Page 356: Check Regularly And Before A Long Trip

    No- see “Replacing bulbs” ( page 458). tify an authorized Maybach Studio immediately. Do not add brake fluid See also the section on the exterior lamp as this will not solve the problem. For switch ( page 155).

  • Page 357: Engine Compartment

    Operation Engine compartment Pull handle 2 to its stop out of radi- Hood ator grille. Lift bottom of hood at edge of radia- Warning! tor grille. Do not pull the release lever while the ve- The hood will be automatically held hicle is in motion.

  • Page 358: Engine Oil

    Maybach vehicles may cause damage with the engine running not covered by the Maybach Limited while starting the engine Warranty. if ignition is “on” and the engine is...
  • Page 359 Operation Engine compartment Checking engine oil level with the con- Press button k or j on the trol system steering wheel until the following If you want to interrupt the checking message is seen in the multifunction When checking the oil level procedure, press button k or j display: on the multifunction steering wheel.
  • Page 360 5 minutes before repeating drained off. It could cause damage to check procedure. the engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Maybach Limited If engine is not at operating temper- Warranty. ature yet, wait 30 minutes before re- peating check procedure.

  • Page 361: Transmission Fluid Level

    It could cause damage to Only use approved engine oils and oil the engine and catalytic converter filters required for vehicles with not covered by the Maybach Limited Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) or Warranty. FSS (Canada vehicles). For a listing of...

  • Page 362: Coolant Level

    Operation Engine compartment Using a rag, turn cap 2 slowly ap- Coolant level Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine proximately one half turn counter- The engine coolant is a mixture of water parts. Antifreeze contains ethylene clockwise to release any excess and anticorrosion/antifreeze.

  • Page 363: Batteries

    When replacing batteries, always use if necessary. batteries approved by us for use on Maybach vehicles. If you do not intend to operate your ve- hicle for an extended period of time, consult an authorized Maybach Studio about steps you need to observe.

  • Page 364: Windshield Washer And Headlamp Cleaning System

    Operation Engine compartment Windshield washer and headlamp Warning! cleaning system Only use washer fluid which is suit- able for plastic lenses. Improper The windshield washer reservoir is locat- Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flam- washer fluid can damage the plastic ed in the engine compartment. mable.

  • Page 365: Tires And Wheels

    Retreaded tires are not tested or recom- Maybach Studio for further information. If cause tire inflation pressure loss and mended by us for use on Maybach vehicles, incorrectly sized rims and tires are mount- damage to the tire beads. since previous damage cannot always be recognized on retreads.

  • Page 366: Tire Care And Maintenance

    Operation Tires and wheels Tire inspection Life of tire Tire care and maintenance Every time you check your tire inflation The service life of a tire is dependent pressure, you should also inspect your upon varying factors including but not Warning! tires for the following: limited to:...
  • Page 367 Operation Tires and wheels Tread depth Storing tires As tread depth approaches in (3 mm), Do not allow your tires to wear down too the adhesion properties on a wet road are far. Adhesion properties on wet roads sharply reduced. Keep unmounted tires in a cool, dry are sharply reduced at tread depths un- Depending upon the weather and/or road...

  • Page 368: Direction Of Rotation

    Operation Tires and wheels The Certification label, also found on Direction of rotation Loading the vehicle the driver’s door B-pillar tells you Unidirectional tires offer added advan- Two labels on your vehicle show how about the gross weight capacity of tages, such as better hydroplaning per- much weight it may properly carry.
  • Page 369 Operation Tires and wheels Tire and Loading Information Placard (Example A) Warning! Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit or vehicle capacity weight as indicated on the placard on the driver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tires can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout.
  • Page 370 Operation Tires and wheels Placard (Example B) Seating capacity The seating capacity gives you important information on the number of occupants that can be in the vehicle. Observe front and rear seating capacity. Your vehicle is equipped with either placard Example A or placard Example B located on the driv- er’s door B-pillar ( page 368).
  • Page 371 Operation Tires and wheels Steps for determining correct load limit Step 3 Step 6 (if applicable) The following steps have been devel- Subtract the combined weight of the If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, oped as required of all manufacturers driver and passengers from XXX kilo- load from your trailer will be trans- under Title 49, Code of U.S.
  • Page 372 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 or of occupants (driver and tion occupants vehicle capacity weight from placard and cargo passengers) minus combined weight of all occu-...
  • Page 373 GVWR and GAWR from the limits (GVWR and GAWR for front and Your Maybach has been designed prima- Certification label. The Certification La- rear axle), have the loaded vehicle (in- rily to carry passengers and their cargo.

  • Page 374: Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure

    Operation Tires and wheels sidered cold if the vehicle has been Placard (Example A) Recommended tire inflation pressure parked for at least 3 hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). Warning! Follow recommended cold tire inflation pressures listed on placard. Follow recommended tire inflation pressures.
  • Page 375 Operation Tires and wheels Placard (Example B) Important notes on tire inflation Be sure to readjust the tire inflation pressure pressure for normal driving speeds. You should wait until the tires are cold before adjusting the tire inflation pressure. Warning! Some vehicles may have supplemental tire inflation pressure information for If the tire inflation pressure repeatedly...

  • Page 376: Checking Tire Inflation Pressure

    Operation Tires and wheels Read tire inflation pressure on tire You can call up the tire inflation pressure Checking tire inflation pressure gauge and check against the recom- monitoring display using the control Regularly check your tire inflation pres- mended tire inflation pressure on the system ( page 173).
  • Page 377 Operation Tires and wheels Switch on the ignition ( page 62). Warning! Warning! Press button è or ÿ on the mul- tifunction steering wheel repeatedly When the tire inflation pressure monitor- The tire inflation pressure monitor does until the standard display menu ing system warning light is lit, one or more not indicate a warning for wrongly select- appears in the multifunction display...
  • Page 378 Operation Tires and wheels Reactivating the tire inflation pressure Press button j or k repeatedly Warning! monitor until you see the current tire inflation pressures for each tire appear in the The tire inflation pressure monitor must multifunction display or the follow- Follow recommend tire inflation pressures.
  • Page 379 Operation Tires and wheels Press the æ button. If you wish to cancel activation: Speed limitation in the event of tire problems The following message will appear in Press the ç button. the multifunction display: If the tire inflation pressure falls below a If one of the following messages appears certain value or in case of a flat tire, your TIRE PRES.
  • Page 380 Operation Tires and wheels Should the driving situation require and Potential problems associated with allow it, you can override the automatic Warning! underinflated and overinflated tires speed limitation as set by the tire infla- tion pressure monitoring system by de- Underinflated tires You should pull over immediately.

  • Page 381: Tire Labeling

    Operation Tires and wheels Overinflated tires 1 Uniform Quality Grading Standards Tire labeling ( page 387) Overinflated tires can: Besides tire name (sales designation) and 2 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) manufacturer name, a number of mark- adversely affect handling ( page 385) ings can be found on a tire.
  • Page 382 Operation Tires and wheels Tire size designation, load and speed rat- General: Aspect ratio Depending on the design standards The aspect ratio 2 ( page 381) is the used, the tire size molded into the side- dimensional relationship between tire wall may have no letter or a letter pre- section height and section width and is ceding the tire size designation.
  • Page 383 Operation Tires and wheels Tire load rating Tire speed rating Warning! The tire load rating 5 ( page 381) is a The tire speed rating 6 ( page 381) numerical code associated with the indicates the approved maximum speed Do not overload the tires by exceeding the maximum load a tire can support.
  • Page 384 Operation Tires and wheels Summer tires At the tire manufacturer’s option, Any tire with a speed capability any tire with a speed capability above above 186 mph (300 km/h) must in- Index Speed rating 149 mph (240 km/h) can include a clude a “ZR”...

  • Page 385: Load Identification

    Operation Tires and wheels All-season and winter tires In addition to tire load rating, special Load identification load information may be molded into Index Speed rating the tire sidewall following the letter des- ignating the tire speed rating 6 Q M+S up to 100 mph (160 km/h) ( page 381).

  • Page 386: Dot, Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    Operation Tires and wheels DOT (Department of Transportation) DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) U.S. tire regulations require each new A tire branding symbol 1 ( page 385) tire manufacturer or tire retreader to which denotes the tire meets require- mold a TIN into or onto a sidewall of ments of the U.S.

  • Page 387: Maximum Tire Load

    Operation Tires and wheels Tire type code Maximum tire load Warning! The code 4 ( page 385) may, at the option of the manufacturer, be used as a Do not overload the tires by exceeding the descriptive code for identifying signifi- specified load limit or vehicle capacity cant characteristics of the tire.

  • Page 388: Maximum Tire Inflation Pressure

    Operation Tires and wheels Maximum tire inflation pressure Uniform Tire Quality Grading Stan- Warning! dards (U.S. vehicles) Tire manufacturers are required to grade Never exceed the max. tire inflation tires based on three performance pressure. Follow recommended tire infla- factors: treadwear, traction and tion pressures.
  • Page 389 Operation Tires and wheels Quality grades can be found, where ap- Treadwear Traction plicable, on the tire sidewall between The treadwear grade is a comparative The traction grades, from highest to low- tread shoulder and maximum section rating based on the wear rate of the tire est, are AA, A, B, and C.

  • Page 390: Tire Ply Material

    Operation Tires and wheels Temperature Tire ply material Warning! The temperature grades are A (the high- est), B, and C, representing the tire’s re- The temperature grade for this tire is es- sistance to the generation of heat and its tablished for a tire that is properly inflated ability to dissipate heat when tested un- and not overloaded.

  • Page 391: Tire And Loading Terminology

    Operation Tires and wheels DOT (Department of Transportation) Tire and loading terminology Another metric unit for air pressure. A tire branding symbol which denotes Accessory weight There are 14.5038 pounds per square the tire meets requirements of the The combined weight (in excess of those inch (psi) to 1 bar;...
  • Page 392 Operation Tires and wheels GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) Maximum tire inflation pressure PSI (Pounds per square inch) This is the maximum permissible vehicle This number is the greatest amount of air A standard unit of measure for air pres- weight of the fully loaded vehicle pressure that should ever be put in the sure ->...
  • Page 393 Operation Tires and wheels TIN (Tire Identification Number) Tire speed rating Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards Unique identifier which facilitates ef- Part of tire designation; indicates the A tire information system that provides forts by tire manufacturers to notify pur- speed range for which a tire is approved.

  • Page 394: Rotating Tires

    3000 to If your vehicle is equipped with mixed-size 6000 miles (5000 to 10000 km), or sooner Only use Genuine Maybach wheel bolts tires (different tire dimensions front vs. specified for your vehicle’s rims. if necessary, according to the degree of rear), tire rotation is not possible.

  • Page 395: Winter Driving

    If you install winter tires, have an autho- Maybach Studio. This service includes: the maximum speed for which your tires rized Maybach Studio limit the speed of are rated is below the speed rating of Check of anticorrosion and antifreeze...

  • Page 396: Winter Tires

    ABS and the ESP Use only snow chains that are ap- should only be driven at vehicle height winter operation. proved by us for use on Maybach ve- Raised ( page 264). hicles. your authorized Maybach For safe handling, make sure all mount-...

  • Page 397: Maintenance

    We strongly recommend that you have Maintenance service indicator mes- your vehicle serviced by an authorized sage Maybach Studio, in accordance with the The maintenance service indicator mes- Maintenance Booklet at the times called sage will notify you when your next for by the maintenance service indicator maintenance service is due.

  • Page 398: Calling Up The Maintenance Service Indicator Display

    X DAY the multifunction display. In addition, a signal sounds when the message appears. Any authorized Maybach Studio will re- 1 Reset button J set the maintenance service indicator fol- Press reset button J 1 on the instru- lowing a completed maintenance ment cluster.

  • Page 399: Resetting The Maintenance Service Indicator

    Maybach Studio correct it. maintenance service indicator. To ar- an authorized Maybach Studio, you can Only reset if the proper maintenance rive at the true maintenance service have the maintenance service indicator service has been performed.

  • Page 400: Vehicle Care

    While in operation, even while parked, ommended by us for use on Maybach ve- your vehicle is subjected to varying exter- hicles because of the possibility of nal influences which, if gone unchecked,...
  • Page 401 You can obtain car-care products ap- maintaining a distance between the proved by us for use on Maybach vehicles Paintwork, painted body components vehicle and the nozzle of the power at an authorized Maybach Studio.
  • Page 402 Do not allow cleaning agents to dry Use the appropriate Touch-Up Stick on the finish. approved by us for use on Maybach Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO**: vehicles for quick and provisional re- Automatic car wash If an outside door handle is hit by a pairs of minor paint damage (i.e.
  • Page 403 Car Shampoo approved by us for mental moldings may have chrome of the windshield ( page 404). This use on Maybach vehicles, with plenty appearance, they could be made of will prevent smears and reduce wip- of water.
  • Page 404 Use a mild car wash detergent, such cover as Car Shampoo approved by us for To prevent scratches or damage, nev- use on Maybach vehicles, with plenty er apply strong force and only use a of water and a soft, non-scratching soft, non-scratching cloth when cloth to clean sensors 1 on the cleaning the sensor cover 1.
  • Page 405 Operation Vehicle care Cleaning of the Parking Assist System (PAS) camera lens Warning! Do not clean the camera and the area around the camera: The camera is in the license plate recess For safety reasons, switch off wipers and next to the handle for the luggage com- with a high-pressure cleaner remove SmartKey from starter switch (ve- partment lid.
  • Page 406 Pour Interior Care approved by us for use onto the windshield before turning Acid may cause corrosion or damage on Maybach vehicles onto a soft lint-free the SmartKey in the starter switch or the clear coat. cloth and apply with light pressure.
  • Page 407 2 Release catch for cup holder Use Carpet and Fabric Care approved 3 Release catch for cover plate After cleaning, close the cup/bottle by us for use on Maybach vehicles for 4 Cover plate holder. cleaning the carpets. The next time the holder is opened, the...
  • Page 408 Do not use Leather Care approved by nently discolored. By lining the seats Use a soft bristle brush or a dry-sham- us for use on Maybach vehicles on with a proper intermediate cover, con- poo cleaner in case of excessive dirt.
  • Page 409 ( page 162). not been or cannot be locked. Have the in- and a moist cloth. side panel repaired immediately by an au- thorized Maybach Studio.

  • Page 410: Practical Hints

    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...

  • Page 411: What To Do If

    If the ESP cannot be turned back on, while driving. have the system checked at an authorized Adapt your speed and driving to the pre- Maybach Studio as soon as possible. vailing road, weather and traffic condi- tions. ® ®...
  • Page 412 The brake system is still functioning nor- Have the system checked at an autho- mally but without the ABS available. rized Maybach Studio as soon as possi- ble. If the ABS control unit is malfunctioning, other systems such as Parktronic,...
  • Page 413 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solution < The red seat belt telltale The driver has not fastened his or her seat Fasten your seat belt. illuminates for a brief belt. The telltale goes out. period after starting the engine.
  • Page 414 SRS may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an au- thorized Maybach Studio immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in...
  • Page 415 (Canada only) authorized Maybach Studio. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. Warning! If you find that the brake fluid in the...
  • Page 416 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.

  • Page 417: Lamp In Center Console

    The front passenger front airbag The system is malfunctioning. Have the system checked as soon as off indicator lamp comes on and possible by an authorized Maybach remains illuminated if there is no Studio. BabySmart child seat installed on the front passenger seat.

  • Page 418: Vehicle Status Messages In The Multifunction Display

    Certain messages of high priority cannot Failure to repair condition noted may be cleared from the multifunction dis- cause damage not covered by the Maybach play using reset button J ( page 169) Limited Warranty, or result in property damage or personal injury.
  • Page 419 Practical hints What to do if … Switching on the ignition causes all instrument cluster lamps (except high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless ac- tivated) as well as the multifunction display to come on. Make sure the lamps and multifunction display are in working order before starting your journey.
  • Page 420 The electro-hydraulic brake system is Have the system checked at an authorized still functioning normally but without Maybach Studio as soon as possible. the ABS available. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident.
  • Page 421 Practical hints What to do if … Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution DISTRONIC Distronic** is switched off because: Clean if necessary the Distronic** cover in the CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE front bumper ( page 403). the Distronic** cover in the front SEE OPERATORS MANUAL bumper is dirty.
  • Page 422 Distronic** is switched off and is tem- Try activating Distronic** again later. EXTERNAL MALFUNCTION REACTIVATE porarily unavailable. DRIVE TO WORKSHOP Distronic** is malfunctioning or the Visit an authorized Maybach Studio as soon display is malfunctioning. as possible. ® MALFUNCTION The ESP is deactivated because of a Continue driving with added caution.
  • Page 423 If the ESP message does not go out: The ABS may still be operational. Continue driving with added caution. Visit an authorized Maybach Studio as soon as possible. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident. ®...
  • Page 424 P. FAULT The system is malfunctioning. Drive with added caution to the nearest VISIT WORKSHOP authorized Maybach Studio. TELE AID MALFUNCTION One or more main functions of the Have the Tele Aid system checked by an au- DRIVE TO WORKSHOP Tele Aid system are malfunctioning.
  • Page 425 Practical hints What to do if … Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution 50 MPH The maximum speed is limited to Pull over immediately. Change the wheel LIMIT TIRE FAILURE 50 mph (80 km/h). ( page 466). Canada: 80 KM/H TIRE PRES. MONITOR There was a tire inflation pressure Reactivate the tire inflation pressure moni- REACTIVATE AFTER...
  • Page 426 Have the tire inflation pressure NOT OPERATIONAL wheel sensor is malfunctioning. monitor checked by an authorized DRIVE TO WORKSHOP Maybach Studio. A wheel without proper sensor was in- Have the wheels checked. stalled. You may lose control of the vehicle. Con-...
  • Page 427 Practical hints What to do if … Symbol messages Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution AIRMATIC The vehicle level is too low. Wait until the vehicle level has been STOP, CAR TOO LOW adjusted. The message then disappears. The vehicle level control is malfunctioning. Stop and press the vehicle level control In addition, the following message ap- button to select a higher vehicle level...
  • Page 428 The electro-hydraulic brake system re- duced braking responsiveness. quires electrical energy and therefore has only limited operation. Considerably Notify an authorized Maybach greater brake pedal force is required and Studio. the stopping distance is increased. Failure to follow these instructions in- creases the risk of accident.
  • Page 429 Maybach Studio. longer. If it is intact: Drive immediately to the nearest authorized Maybach Studio. Adapt driving to be consistent with re- duced braking responsiveness. Read and observe messages about the electro-hydraulic brake system in the multifunction display.
  • Page 430 Have the brake pads replaced as BRAKE PAD WEAR VISIT WORKSHOP limit. soon as possible at an authorized Maybach Studio. BRAKE MALFUNCTION The electro-hydraulic brake system is in Stop the vehicle in a safe location STOP VEHICLE the emergency operation mode. Consid- as soon as it is safe to do so.
  • Page 431 ( page 202). Cautiously continue driving so that the air stream will cool down the brakes. SERVICE BRAKE There are malfunctions, but the electro- Visit an authorized Maybach Studio VISIT WORKSHOP hydraulic brake system is operating nor- as soon as possible. mally.
  • Page 432 BRAKE FLUID VISIT WORKSHOP ervoir. a safe location and notify an autho- (USA only) rized Maybach Studio. Do not add brake fluid! This will not solve the problem. (Canada only) Failure to follow these instructions in- creases the risk of accident.
  • Page 433 Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may cause serious engine damage may burn if it comes into contact with hot not covered by the Maybach Limited engine parts. You can be seriously burned. Warranty. Do not drive without a sufficient amount of coolant in the cooling sys- tem.
  • Page 434 Maybach Limited to catch fire. You could be seriously Warranty. During severe operating conditions, e.g.
  • Page 435 Restart the engine only after the message disappears from the multi- function display. Doing so could re- sult in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Maybach Lim- ited Warranty. Observe the coolant temperature gauge ( page 25).
  • Page 436 Possible solution Î Cruise control or Distronic** is malfunc- Have cruise control or Distronic** CRUISE CONTROL DRIVE TO WORKSHOP tioning. checked by an authorized Maybach Studio. ± DISPLAY DEFECTIVE Certain electronic systems are unable to Have the electronic systems VISIT WORKSHOP relay information to the control system.
  • Page 437 (Canada: 1.0 LITER) sult in serious engine damage that is oil are noted, continue to drive to the not covered by the Maybach Limited nearest service station where the engine appears while the engine is running and Warranty.
  • Page 438 Add engine oil. OIL SENSOR MALFUNCT. The measuring system is malfunctioning. Have the measuring system VISIT WORKSHOP checked by an authorized Maybach Studio. Seat, mirrors and steering wheel have Wait until the seat, mirrors and ENTRY POSITION DO NOT DRIVE...
  • Page 439 Practical hints What to do if … Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** bat- Replace the batteries ( page 457). CHECK BATTERY teries are discharged. The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** is not Stop the vehicle in a safe location NOT RECOGNIZED recognized while the engine is running as soon as it is safe to do so.
  • Page 440 Remove the SmartKey from the REMOVE KEY SmartKey. starter switch. REPLACE KEY The SmartKey is malfunctioning. Visit an authorized Maybach Studio DRIVE TO WORKSHOP as soon as possible. LIGHT SENSOR The light sensor is malfunctioning. The In the control system, set lamp op- DRIVE TO WORKSHOP headlamps switch on automatically.
  • Page 441 Replace the bulb as soon as possible HIGH BEAM, LEFT CHECK LIGHT functioning. ( page 459) or visit an authorized Maybach Studio as soon as possible. HIGH BEAM, RIGHT The right high beam flasher lamp is mal- Replace the bulb as soon as possible CHECK LIGHT functioning.
  • Page 442 Replace the bulb as soon as possible MARKER LIGHT, FL CHECK LIGHT functioning. ( page 459) or visit an authorized Maybach Studio as soon as possible. MARKER LIGHT, FR The right front side marker lamp is mal- Replace the bulb as soon as possible CHECK LIGHT functioning.
  • Page 443 Replace the bulb as soon as possible FRONT TURN SIGNAL, R functioning. ( page 459) or visit an authorized Maybach Studio as soon as possible. BRAKE LIGHT LEFT The left brake lamp is malfunctioning. A Visit an authorized Maybach Studio SUBSTITUTE LAMP ON substitute bulb is being used.
  • Page 444 What to do if … Display Possible cause/consequence Possible solution The left rear standing lamps are malfunc- Visit an authorized Maybach Studio STANDING LIGHT, L SUBSTITUTE LAMP ON tioning. A substitute bulb is being used. as soon as possible. STANDING LIGHT, R...
  • Page 445 ( page 237). switch and the tilting portion of the tilt/ sliding sunroof open. STEERING GEAR OIL The steering oil has dropped to a critical Visit an authorized Maybach Studio CHECK level. as soon as possible. TELE AID BATTERY The emergency power battery for the...
  • Page 446 Change the damaged wheel ( page 466). Have the damaged wheel repaired or replaced at an authorized Maybach Studio. Warning! Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire af- fects the ability to steer or brake the vehi- cle.
  • Page 447 If necessary, change the damaged wheel ( page 466). Have the damaged wheel repaired or replaced at an authorized Maybach Studio. Warning! Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire af- fects the ability to steer or brake the vehi- cle.
  • Page 448 Change the wheel ( page 466). Have the damaged wheel repaired or replaced at an authorized Maybach Studio. TIRE PRESSURE, LF The left front tire inflation pressure is Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt. CHECK TIRES low.
  • Page 449 Change the wheel ( page 466). Have the damaged wheel repaired or replaced at an authorized Maybach Studio. TIRE PRESSURE, RF The right front tire inflation pressure is Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt. CHECK TIRES low.
  • Page 450 Change the wheel ( page 466). Have the damaged wheel repaired or replaced at an authorized Maybach Studio. TIRE PRESSURE, LR The left rear tire inflation pressure is low. Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt. CHECK TIRES Check the tires.
  • Page 451 Change the wheel ( page 466). Have the damaged wheel repaired or replaced at an authorized Maybach Studio. TIRE PRESSURE, RR The right rear tire inflation pressure is Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt. CHECK TIRES low.

  • Page 452: Where Will I Find

    Practical hints Where will I find ...? Where will I find ...? First aid kit Vehicle jack, vehicle tool kit, luggage bowl, spare wheel To prevent damage, always disen- The first aid kit is stored in the storage gage trunk floor handle from trunk compartment under the front passenger The spare wheel, the vehicle tool kit and edge and lower trunk floor before...

  • Page 453: Unlocking/Locking In An Emergency

    Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Removing the mechanical key Unlocking the driver’s door 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. Unlocking the driver’s door and/or the trunk with the mechanical key will trigger the anti-theft alarm sys-...

  • Page 454: Locking The Vehicle

    Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Unlocking and opening the trunk If necessary, lock the trunk with the mechanical key ( page 137). The trunk lid swings open automati- A minimum height clearance of 6.2 ft cally. Always make sure there is suffi- (1.89 m) is required to open the trunk lid.

  • Page 455: Opening/Closing In An Emergency

    Remove the SmartKey from the start- Remove crank 2 from the Operator’s Power tilt/sliding sunroof er switch. Manual pouch. (Maybach 57) You can open or close the tilt/sliding sun- Vehicles with SmartKey with Insert crank 2 through hole. roof manually should an electrical mal-...

  • Page 456: Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof (Maybach 62)

    Pull cover 2 off of the rear center in- Power tilt/sliding sunroof manually strument. (Maybach 62) The tilt/sliding sunroof drive is located Insert crank 1 inclined through hole. Removing the T-handle crank behind cover 2 in the roof lining with...

  • Page 457: Replacing Smartkey Batteries

    When replacing batteries, always re- Maybach Studio. place both batteries. The required replacement batteries Warning! are available at any Maybach Studio. Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive substances. Therefore keep the batteries out of reach of children. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical help...
  • Page 458 Practical hints Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacement batteries: Lithium, type Pull battery compartment 2 out of Using a lint-free cloth, insert new CR 2025 or equivalent. the housing in direction of arrow. batteries 3 under the contact spring 4 with the plus (+) side facing Remove the mechanical key out of the SmartKey ( page 452).

  • Page 459: Replacing Bulbs

    Correct headlamp adjustment is ex- should clear up the fogging. Brake lamps tremely important. Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular inter- Rear parking lamps vals and when a bulb has been replaced. Tail lamps See an authorized Maybach Studio for headlamp adjustment.

  • Page 460: Bulbs

    6 Cornering lamp H3 55 W 7 Parking and W 5 W Blue standing lamp 8 High beam flasher H7-55 W If equipped. Bi-Xenon headlamps: For safety reasons (high voltage), do not replace the Xenon bulb yourself. See an authorized Maybach Studio.

  • Page 461: Replacing Bulbs For Front Lamps

    Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas. lowing lamps replaced by an autho- A bulb can explode if you rized Maybach Studio: touch or move it when hot Additional turn signal lamp and drop the bulb side marker lamp in the exterior...
  • Page 462 Practical hints Replacing bulbs High beam flasher bulbs Parking and standing lamp bulb Twist housing cover 1 ( page 460) Twist housing cover 1 ( page 460) counterclockwise and pull out. counterclockwise and pull out. Twist bulb socket 5 counterclock- Pull out bulb socket 6 with the bulb.
  • Page 463 Practical hints Replacing bulbs Cornering lamps Front turn signal and side marker lamp bulb Twist housing cover 1 ( page 460) counterclockwise and pull out. Turn the wheels so that the wheel at the housing you need to work on is Press bulb holder for cornering turned inward.

  • Page 464: License Plate Lamp

    Practical hints Replacing bulbs Front turn signal bulb Side marker lamp bulb License plate lamp Twist bulb socket 2 ( page 460) Twist bulb socket 3 ( page 460) counterclockwise and pull out. counterclockwise and pull out. Push bulb into socket, turn counter- Push bulb into socket, turn counter- clockwise and remove.

  • Page 465: Replacing Wiper Blades

    Practical hints Replacing wiper blades With wiper arm in vertical position 1, turn the SmartKey in the To avoid damage to the hood, the starter switch to position 0. wiper arms should only be folded for- ward when in the vertical position. Warning! Removing wiper blades For safety reasons, switch off wipers and...

  • Page 466: Installing Wiper Blades

    Make certain that the wiper blades are properly installed. Improperly in- stalled wiper blades may cause wind- shield damage. For your convenience, you should have this work carried out by an au- thorized Maybach Studio.

  • Page 467: Flat Tire

    Turn on the hazard warning flashers. have the spare tire replaced with a new at a safe distance from the roadway. tire at the nearest Maybach Studio. Turn the steering wheel so that the Never operate the vehicle with more than...
  • Page 468 Practical hints Flat tire Removing the spare wheel Lifting the vehicle Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack on a level surface. However, Turn the luggage bowl counterclock- should circumstances require you to wise ( page 451). do so on a hill, place the wheel chock Remove the spare wheel.
  • Page 469 Practical hints Flat tire The tube openings are located directly Take ratchet 5 out of vehicle tool Warning! behind the front wheel housings and in kit. front of the rear wheel housings. Place ratchet 5 on jack 3 so that The jack is designed exclusively for jacking you can see the letters UP.
  • Page 470 Do not continue to ment bolt 6 supplied in the tool kit. drive under these circumstances! Contact an authorized Maybach Studio or call Remove the remaining bolts. Warning! Roadside Assistance. Incorrect mounting bolts or improperly...
  • Page 471 Practical hints Flat tire Lowering the vehicle Tighten the five wheel bolts evenly, Replacing jack support tube cover following the diagonal sequence il- Place ratchet on jack so that you can Slide tongue of cover under the up- lustrated (1 to 5), until all bolts are see the letters DOWN.

  • Page 472: Batteries

    The consumer battery located in the approved by us for use on Maybach trunk is a valve-regulated lead acid vehicles to maintain the battery (VRLA) battery, also referred to as charge.
  • Page 473 Have the battery checked regularly emergency operation mode. The same ap- Never lean over batteries while connect- by an authorized Maybach Studio. plies if battery is disconnected. To brake, ing, you might get injured. the driver must then apply significantly Refer to Maintenance Booklet for Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid.

  • Page 474: Disconnecting The Batteries

    ( page 471). the gear selector lever will remain Disconnect negative terminal from locked in position P Using the Maybach battery charger* consumer battery. ( page 306), it is only possible to Open hood. charge or maintain the existing...

  • Page 475: Charging And Reinstalling The Batteries

    Maybach vehicles is being used. Gases may model, the ventilation tube is located operation. escape during charging and cause explo-...

  • Page 476: Reconnecting The Batteries

    Have a Maybach Studio check engine control units for error messages and Turn off all electrical consumers. have them erased. Install starter battery in the designat- ed location in the engine compart- ment.

  • Page 477: Jump Starting

    Keep flames or sparks away from battery, may damage the catalytic converter covered by the Maybach Limited avoid improper connection of jumper ca- and may present a fire risk. Warranty.
  • Page 478 Clamp cable Have the starter battery checked at Shift gear selector lever to position P. to charged battery 2 first. the nearest authorized Maybach Open hood ( page 356). Studio. Never invert the terminal connec- tions.

  • Page 479: Towing The Vehicle

    Practical hints Towing the vehicle We recommend that Maybach vehicles far as necessary to have the vehicle however, we recommend the drive be transported with all wheels off the moved to a safe location where the rec- shaft be disconnected at the rear axle...
  • Page 480 Practical hints Towing the vehicle To prevent the vehicle door locks Brakes are only applied to the front from locking, deactivate the auto- To signal turns while being towed wheels. Stopping distance is increased! matic central locking ( page 195). with the hazard warning flasher in Adapt your driving style accordingly.

  • Page 481: Installing Towing Eye Bolt

    Practical hints Towing the vehicle To remove cover: Rear of vehicle Installing towing eye bolt Pry off cover 1 using lower recess. Front of vehicle Lift cover off to reveal the threaded hole for towing eye bolt. The towing eye bolt is supplied with the tool kit (located in the storage compart- ment under the trunk floor).

  • Page 482: Fuses

    Only use fuses approved by us for use on passenger-side ( page 482) will stop operating. Maybach vehicles and which have the spec- In the engine compartment on the ified amperage for the system in question. The following aids are available to help driver’s side ( page 482)

  • Page 483: Aids For Replacing Fuses

    Practical hints Fuses Aids for replacing fuses Fuse boxes in engine compartment There are two fuse boxes located in the Fuse chart engine compartment on the driver’s and The fuse chart is located in the vehicle front passenger side in front of the fire- tool kit in the trunk ( page 451).

  • Page 484: Fuse Box In Passenger Compartment

    Practical hints Fuses Opening Fuse box in passenger compartment Fuse box in the trunk The fuse box is located in the dashboard Open the passenger door. The fuse box is located in the trunk be- on the front passenger-side. hind the left-hand trim panel. Insert flat, blunt object as a lever into the edge of the cover 1 at the posi- tion indicated by the arrow.

  • Page 486: Technical Data

    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.

  • Page 487: Parts Service

    Parts service The “Technical data” section provides All authorized Maybach Studios main- the necessary technical data for your ve- tain a stock of Genuine Maybach Parts The use of non-Genuine Maybach hicle. required for maintenance and repair Parts and accessories not authorized work.

  • Page 488: Warranty Coverage

    Your vehicle is covered under the terms Replacement parts and accessories are Loss of Service and Warranty of the warranties printed in the Service covered by the Maybach Parts and Acces- Information Booklet and Warranty Information booklet. Your sories warranties, copies of which are...

  • Page 489: Identification Labels

    Technical data Identification labels 1 Certification label, includes Paint- 2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 3 Engine number (engraved on engine) work code (on driver’s B pillar) (located in the trunk) 4 VIN, visible (lower edge of wind- shield) 5 Emission control information label, includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission stan- dards...

  • Page 490: Layout Of Poly-V-Belt Drive

    Technical data Layout of poly-V-belt drive Layout of poly-V-belt drive Automatic belt tensioner Power steering pump Air conditioning compressor Crankshaft Coolant pump Generator (alternator) Idler pulley Air conditioning compressor Idler pulley Idler pulley Idler pulley...

  • Page 491: Engine

    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.

  • Page 492: Rims And Tires

    Using tires other than those approved Further information on tires and rims tested and approved for your vehicle by us for use on Maybach vehicles can is available at any authorized by us for use on Maybach vehicles. have detrimental effects, such as Maybach Studio.

  • Page 493: Same Size Tires

    Technical data Rims and tires Same size tires Maybach 57 Maybach 57 S Maybach 62 Summer tires (radial-ply tires) 275/50 R19 112W XL (Extra Load) 275/45 R20 110Y XL (Extra Load) Wheel offset 2.64 in (67 mm) 2.64 in (67 mm)

  • Page 494: Electrical System

    Technical data Electrical system Electrical system Generator (alternator) 14 V/350 A Starter motor 12 V/1.7 kW Starter battery 12 V/40 Ah Electrical consumer battery 12 V/95 Ah Spark plugs NGK IFR 6 Q-G Electrode gap 0.028 in (0.7 mm) Tightening torque 15–22 lb-ft (20–30 Nm)

  • Page 495: Main Dimensions And Weights

    Technical data Main dimensions and weights Main dimensions Model Maybach 57 Maybach 57 S Maybach 62 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) 84.0 in (2134 mm)

  • Page 496: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc

    0.35 oz (10 g) each High temperature roller bearing grease Cooling system approx. 18 US qt (17.0 l) MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze Low temperature cooling system Maybach 57 approx. 2.3 US qt (2.2 l) MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze Maybach 57 S approx.

  • Page 497: Engine Oils

    Therefore, reduced through the absorption of mois- covered by the Maybach Limited War- only use approved engine oils and oil fil- ture from the atmosphere. ranty.

  • Page 498: Premium Unleaded Gasoline

    Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Premium unleaded gasoline Fuel requirements To maintain the engine’s durability Use only premium unleaded fuel and performance, premium unleaded Warning! The octane number (posted at the gasoline must be used. If premium pump) must be 91 min. It is an aver- unleaded is not available and low oc- Gasoline is highly flammable and poison- age of both the Research (R) octane...

  • Page 499: Gasoline Additives

    We recommend only the use of approved by us for use on Maybach vehi- Maybach vehicles listed in the Factory quality gasoline containing additives cles.

  • Page 500: Coolants

    Please make sure the Corrosion protection tion or other products approved by us for mixture is in accordance with label in- use on Maybach vehicles of equal specifi- structions. Freeze protection cation (see Factory Approved Service The water in the cooling system must...
  • Page 501 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 (low temperature cooling system) 1.27 US qt (1.2 l)

  • Page 502: Windshield And Headlamp Washer System

    Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Refill the reservoir with MB Wind- Windshield and headlamp washer fluid Windshield and headlamp washer shield Washer Concentrate and water mixing ratio system (or concentrate and commercially Both the windshield and headlamp For temperatures above freezing point, available pre-mixed windshield wash- washer systems are supplied from the use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate...

  • Page 504: Technical Terms

    BabySmart pin is an aid used when changing a compatible child seat is installed. See Accessory weight tire to align the wheel with the wheel an authorized Maybach Studio for ( page 390) hub. availability. Aspect ratio...
  • Page 505 Technical terms Bi-Xenon headlamps COMAND Curb weight Headlamps which use an electric arc (Cockpit Management and Data Sys- ( page 390) as a light source and produce a more tem) Distronic** intense light than filament head- Information and operating center for A driving convenience cruise control lamps.
  • Page 506 Gear range the vehicle is authorized to do so. It is Number of gears which are available part of the Maybach anti-theft pro- (Emergency Tensioning Device) to the automatic transmission for tection program. Device which deploys in certain fron- shifting.
  • Page 507 Your personal contact person at Kickdown maintenance service is due. The Maybach Studios for any questions Depressing the accelerator past the Maintenance System in your vehicle you might have regarding your point of resistance shifts the transmis- tracks distance driven and the time Maybach.
  • Page 508 (knocking). The average of in serious engine damage that is not Engine both the MON (Motor Octane Num- covered by the Maybach Limited Clutch/torque converter ber) and ->RON (Research Octane Warranty. Number) is posted at the pump, also...
  • Page 509 Technical terms (Pounds per square inch) (Research Octane Number) (Subscriber Identity Module) ( page 391) The Research Octane Number for gas- Card provided by the GSM telephone oline as determined by a standard- service provider. Necessary for access- Recommended tire inflation pressure ized method.
  • Page 510 Technical terms Telematics Treadwear indicators Vehicle maximum load on the tire A combination of the terms “tele- ( page 392) ( page 392) communications” and “informatics”. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards Tightening torque ( page 392) (Vehicle Identification Number) Force times lever arm (e.g. a lug The number set by the manufacturer Vehicle capacity weight wrench) with which threaded fasten-...

  • Page 512: Index

    Overview of rear passenger compart- Air conditioning, Cooling 221, 231 Antilock Brake System see ABS ment Air distribution 216, 230 Anti-theft alarm systems 115 Maybach 57 224 Air filter Immobilizer 115 Maybach 62 226 Message in display 419 Indicator lamp 116...
  • Page 513 Index Automatic lighting control, Interior Jump starting 476 lighting 162 Reconnecting 475 BabySmart Automatic locking when driving 138 Reinstalling 474 Airbag deactivation system 101, 503 Automatic transmission 197 Removing 474 Compatible child seats 101, 503 Accelerator position 201 Bead 390 Self-test 101 Driving tips 201 Beverage holder see Cup holder...
  • Page 514 Index Children in the vehicle 98 Control system menus Airbags 90 Audio menu 179 California retail buyers and lessees, im- BabySmart compatible child Distronic** menu 184 portant notice for 11 seat 101 Navigation menu 184 Can holder see Cup holder Blocking of rear window Settings 187 CAN system 504...
  • Page 515 Messages in display 441 Direction of rotation, Tires 367 Closing the rear doors automatically Replacing bulbs 459, 462 Displays from the inside (Maybach 62) 130 Courtesy lighting 168 Digital speedometer 178 Entry lamps 168 Cruise control 248, 504 Maintenance service indicator 396...
  • Page 516 Index Door handle DVD player Emergency operation (Limp-Home Lock button (KEYLESS-GO**) 86 Compartment for 41, 45, 47, 290, 292 Mode) 205 DOT 390 Storage compartment for 43 Emergency operations Drink holder see Cup holder Locking/unlocking the vehicle 452 Drinking and driving 343 Power tilt/sliding sunroof, Manual Easy-entry/exit feature 69, 196 Driving 72...
  • Page 517 Index ® Engine 109, 505 Fog lamps 158, 459 Belt layout 489 Messages in display 410 Messages in display 440 Cleaning 401 Warning lamp 25, 109, 410 Replacing bulbs 459 Compartment 356 ETD 97, 505 Folding table* 41, 43, 302 Malfunction indicator lamp 25, 415 Safety guidelines 92 Front airbags 93...
  • Page 518 Index Fuse box 483 GPS 326, 505 Replacing bulbs 460 Fuses 481 Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR Switch 78 Aids for replacing fuses 481 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVWR Headliner and shelf below rear window, Fuse box in engine compartment 482 Gross Vehicle Weight see GVW Cleaning and care of 407 Fuse box in passenger...
  • Page 519 Index HVAC see Automatic climate control Interior rear view mirror 70 Remote control 120 Hydroplaning 347 Auto-dimming 206 Starting the engine 75 Interior storage spaces see Storage com- Turning off the engine 84 partments Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** Identification labels 488 Locking/unlocking, Global Identification Number, Vehicle setting 127...
  • Page 520 Index Instrument cluster 410 Locator lighting 157 Parking lamps 155 Lock button Labels 488 Parktronic 269 Door handle 86 Certification 488 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF 27, 416 SmartKey 120 Emission control information 488 Restraint system 25 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** 124 Vacuum line routing diagram Seat belt telltale 25 Trunk 129 label 488...
  • Page 521 MP3-CD operation Headlamps 439, 440, 441, 442, 443 Maximum tire inflation pressure 391 Selecting tracks 180 Hood 437 Maybach Assistance Center 506 Multicontour seats 148, 149 Parking brake 428 Maybach battery charger* 306 Multifunction display 25, 26, 173, 174, Power tilt/sliding sunroof...
  • Page 522 Interior rear view mirror 70 Children in the vehicle 98 Reverse parking (back-in Passenger safety see Occupant safety Fastening the seat belts 72 parking) 275 Passenger seat Infant and child restraint systems 102 Switching on 274 Adjusting from the rear 57...
  • Page 523 Power assistance 344 Operating 233 Rear bench seat Power closing assist for doors and trunk Rear door window, Blocking Maybach 57 with rear center seat* 44 lid 138 operation 105 Maybach 62 with rear center seat* 46 Power folding exterior rear view...
  • Page 524 Index Rear seats 141 Remote rear door closing 131 Reverse gear position 75, 199 Adjusting Remote trunk opening/closing Rims 391, 492 Head restraint tilt 141 switch 132 Rims (light alloy) 492 Adjustment 141 Replacing bulbs 458 Roadside Assistance 12, 330 Extending and retracting rear seat Additional turn signals 460 RON 354, 508...
  • Page 525 Solar panel* 232 Adjustment 66 Individual, SmartKey 122 Spare fuses 451 Adjustment, Rear seat Individual, SmartKey with Spare wheel 492 (Maybach 57) 141 KEYLESS-GO** 127 Mounting 466 Adjustment, Rear seat Individual, Vehicle 187 Speed limitation (Maybach 62) 143 Resetting all, Control system 188...
  • Page 526 Index Steering wheel 68 Rear center console 287 Adjusting 68 Rear doors, Maybach 57 285 Tachometer 25, 171 Buttons 174 Rear doors, Maybach 62 286 Overspeed range 171 Cleaning 406 Refrigerator** 290 Tail lamps Heated 318 Telephone 284, 290 Cleaning lenses 402 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 334 Under the driver’s seat 286...
  • Page 527 Index Tele Aid 325, 508 Temperature Ply composition and material Call priority 333 Interior temperature 229 used 392 Emergency calls 327 Outside indicator 171 Problems under-/overinflation 379 Hands-free microphone 30 Tether attachment points see Children in Retreads 364 Information 331 the vehicle Rims and tires 491 Initiating an emergency call...
  • Page 528 Index Traction 203, 392 Two-way intercom* 315 Locking/unlocking 60, 86, 120 Transmission gear selector lever see Adjusting volume 316 Locking/unlocking in an Gear selector lever Operating 316 emergency 452, 453 Transmission see Automatic transmis- Switching on/off 316 Lowering 470 sion Modifications and alterations, Operat- Traveling abroad 350 ing safety 16...
  • Page 529 Index Voice control system 509 Window curtain airbags 94 Hands-free microphone 30 Windows see Power windows Lever 23 Windshield Cleaning 81 Cleaning wiper blades 404 Warning lamps see Lamps, indicator and Defogging 217 warning Windshield washer fluid 363 Warning sounds Message in display 444 Distance warning function** 259 Mixing ratio 501...
  • Page 530 If you have questions about carrying out any type of service, turn to the advice of an authorized Maybach Studio.

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