Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Operator's Manual page 252

the driving style
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The drive program can be adjusted using the
DYNAMIC SELECT switch.
AMG RIDE CONTROL
Function of AMG RIDE CONTROL
AMG RIDE CONTROL is an electronically control-
led damping system for improved driving comfort
and increased driving safety.
The damping is adjusted individually to each
wheel and depends on the following factors:
driving style, e.g. sporty
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road condition, e.g. bumps
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the suspension setting selected: COMFORT,
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SPORT or SPORT PLUS
AMG RIDE CONTROL includes the following com-
ponents and functions:
electronically controlled damping system
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ADS PLUS (Adaptive Damping System with
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constant damping force adjustment)
DYNAMIC SELECT switch
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suspension setting button (
/
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AMG RIDE CONTROL +
▌Function of AMG RIDE CONTROL +
AMG RIDE CONTROL + is an air suspension sys-
tem with variable damping for improved driving
characteristics. The all-round level control system
ensures the best possible suspension and con-
stant ground clearance, even with a laden vehicle.
When driving at speed, the vehicle is lowered
automatically to improve driving safety and to
reduce fuel consumption. You also have the
option of manually adjusting the vehicle level.
The damping is set individually for each wheel and
is affected by the following factors:
Driving style, e.g. sporty
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Road condition, e.g. bumps
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The individual selection of SPORT, SPORT + or
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COMFORT
page 250) AMG RIDE CONTROL + includes the following
components and functions:
Air suspension with variable spring rate and
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automatic level control
Speed-dependent lowering to reduce fuel con-
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sumption
Manually selectable high-level setting for
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greater ground clearance
ADS PLUS (Adaptive Damping System with
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constant damping force adjustment)
DYNAMIC SELECT switch and level button
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Suspension setting button
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Suspension setting and vehicle level per drive pro-
gram
Drive programs o, A, Î and C:
The suspension setting is comfortable (o,
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A and Î).
The suspension setting is firmer (C).
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The vehicle is set to the normal level.
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When driving at speeds of 210 km/h or
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above, the vehicle is lowered.
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