2018 MERCEDES-BENZ AMG GT COUPE stop start

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences andMSolutions
ReversingNotPossi‐bleServiceRequiredThe sub-transmission wit hth eeve ngear shas failed. You can no longer
engage revers egear .The smoothness of th egear chang eis restricted.
The transmission is in emergenc ymode.
A warning tone also sounds.
XVisit aqualified specialist workshop .
Transmission Mal‐function StopAmalfunction has occurred in th emechanical transmission compo -
nents.
A warning tone also sounds. The transmission shift sautomatically to
position i.
XPull overand stop th evehicl esafely as soo nas possible, payin g
attention to roa dand traffic conditions.
XShift th eselector lever to position j.
XSecureth evehicl eagainst rollin gaway (Ypage 122).
XNotify aqualified specialist workshop or breakdown service.
Depres sBrake toStart EngineYou canno tstart th eengine. The engin ehas been switched off in hor
k.
XDepress th ebrak epedal and start th eengine.
Onl yShift to 'P'whe nVehicl eisSta‐tionar y
The vehicl eis moving .
XPull overand stop th evehicl esafely as soo nas possible, payin g
attention to roa dand traffic conditions.
XShift th etransmission to position j.
j
ParkingLoc kMal ‐funct. Apply Park‐ing Brake
The transmission position jcanno tbe selected.
XMak esur ethat th eelectric parking brak eis applied.
XPreven tth evehicl efrom rollin gaway before you leav eit
(Ypage 277).
XVisit aqualified specialist workshop .
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Transmission OilCoolingMalfunction
The transmission coolan tpump is faulty. The transmission may over-
heat .
XIn th eon-boar dcomputer, select th eAMGmen uand chec kth e
transmission oil temperature (Ypage 165).
XAvoid excessive loading,e.g. due to dynamic driving.
XIf th etransmission oil temperature is belo w24 8°F (12 0°C) ,drive
on to th eneares tqualified specialist workshop .
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Trans. Oil Overhea‐ted Drive on withCare
The transmission oil has overheated.
Manual mod eM and temporar ymanual drive progra mare no longer
available. Only th eComfor tdrive progra mis available for th etrans -
mission .The engin eoutput is reduce daccording to th edegree of
overheating .
XAllow thetransmission oil to cool by adopting adefensiv edrivin g
style.
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On-board computer and displays
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Display messagesPossible causes/consequences andMSolutions
ElectronicRea rAxleDifferentialLoc kInoperative
The electronic rear axl edifferential loc kis inoperative.
XVisit aqualified specialist workshop .
ElectronicRea rAxleDifferentialLoc kCurrentlyUnavailable
The electronic rear axl edifferential loc kmotor has overheated.
XAllow electronic rear axl edifferential loc kto cool by adopting a
defensiv edrivin gstyle.
NThe tailgat eis open
GWARNIN G
Whe nth eengin eis running, exhaust gase scan ente rth evehicl einte-
rio rif th etailgat eis open .
There is aris kof poisoning .
XCloseth etailgate.
MThe hoo dis open . Awarning tone also sounds.
GWARNIN G
The open hoo dmay bloc kyour vie wwhen th evehicl eis in motion .
There is aris kof an accident.
XPull ove rand stop th evehicl esafely as soo nas possible, payin g
attention to roa dand traffic conditions.
XSecur eth evehicl eagainst rollin gaway (Ypage 122).
XCloseth ehood.
CAt least on edoor is open . Awarning tone also sounds.
XClos eall th edoors.
Rea rSpoile rCon ‐trolSystem Inoper ‐ative
The rear spoiler canno tbe full yretracte dand may extend again .
If th eretraction of th erear spoiler is blocked, e.g. by ice :
XMakesur ethat th ecaus eof th ebloc kis eliminated.
XSwitc hoff th eengin eand loc kth evehicle.
XStart th evehicl eafter waiting afew minutes.
The rear spoiler return sto th eoriginal position .
If this problem persists or th ecaus ecanno tbe identified:
XVisit aqualified specialist workshop .
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On-board computer and displays

SmartKey
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences andMSolutions
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KeyDoesNotBelongto Vehicle
You have put the wrong SmartKey in the ignition lock.
XUse the correct SmartKey.
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Take Your Key fromIgnition
The SmartKey is in the ignition lock.
XRemove the SmartKey.
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Obtain a New Key
The SmartKey needs to be replaced.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
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Replace Key Battery
The SmartKey battery is discharged.
XChange the batteries (Ypage 68).
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Don't Forget YourKey
The SmartKey is not in the ignition lock. You have opened the driver's
door with the engine switched off.
This display message is displayed for a maximum of 60 seconds and is
simply a reminder.
XTake the SmartKey with you when you leave the vehicle.
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Key Not Detected(white display message)
The SmartKey is currently undetected.
XChange the location of the SmartKey in the vehicle.
If the SmartKey still cannot be detected:
XInsert the SmartKey into the ignition lock and turn it to the desired position.
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Key Not Detected(red display message)
The SmartKey is not in the vehicle.
A warning tone also sounds.
If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle cen-
trally or start the engine.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 122).
XLocate the SmartKey.
XPress aon the steering wheel to confirm the display message.
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On-board computer and displays

Display messagesPossible causes/consequences andMSolutions
Becausethere is interferenc efrom astron gsource of radi owaves, th e
SmartKey is no tdetecte dwhils tth eengin eis running.
A warning tone also sounds.
XPull ove rand stop th evehicl esafely as soo nas possible, payin g
attention to roa dand traffic conditions.
XSecur eth evehicl eagainst rollin gaway (Ypage 122).
XInsertth eSmartKey int oth eignition loc kand drive in SmartKey
mode.
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Insert Key
The SmartKey is continually undetected.
The SmartKey detection function has atemporar ymalfunction or is
faulty. Awarning tone also sounds.
XInser tth eSmartKey int oth eignition loc kand tur nit to th edesire d
position .
XVisitaqualified specialist workshop .
Warning and indicat orlamps in the
instrume nt cluster
General notes
Some systems carry out aself-diagnosis when
th eignition is switched on .Therefore ,som e indicator and warning lamp
smay ligh tup or
flas htemporarily. This behavio ris non-critical .
These indicator and warning lamp sonly indicat e
a malfunction if they ligh tup or flas hafter start -
ing th eengin eor whils tdriving.
Safety
Seat belts
Warning/
indicator
lam pNSignal type
Possible causes/consequences and M
Solutions
üNAfte rstarting th eengine, th ered seat belt warning lamp lights up for 6seconds .
The seat belt warning lamp remind sth edriver and fron tpassenger to faste ntheir
seat belts.
XFaste nyour seat belt (Ypage 43).
üNAfte rstarting th eengine, th ered seat belt warning lamp lights up. In addition , a
warning tone sounds for up to 6seconds.
The driver's seat belt is no tfastened.
XFaste nyour seat belt (Ypage 43).
The warning tone ceases .
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster193
On-board computer and displays
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Warning/
indicator
lampNSignal type
Possible causes/consequences and M
Solutions
÷NThe yellow ESP®warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion.
ESP®or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at
least one wheel has started to spin.
Cruise control or Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is deactivated.
XWhen pulling away, only depress the accelerator pedal as far as necessary.
XEase off the accelerator pedal while the vehicle is in motion.
XAdapt your driving style to suit the road and weather conditions.
XDo not deactivate ESP®.
In rare cases (
Ypage 61), it may be best to deactivate ESP®.
Observe the important safety notes on ESP®(Ypage 61).
÷N The yellow ESP®warning lamp is lit while the engine is running.
ESP®is malfunctioning.
Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunction.
GWARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed
above.
The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can thus increase.
If ESP
®is not operational, ESP®is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
XObserve the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
XDrive on carefully.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
åN The yellow ESP®OFF warning lamp is lit while the engine is running or the ECO
start/stop function is activated.
ESP
®is deactivated.
GWARNING
If ESP
®is switched off, ESP®is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
XReactivate ESP®.
In rare cases (
Ypage 61), it may be best to deactivate ESP®.
Observe the important safety notes on ESP®(Ypage 61).
XAdapt your driving style to suit the road and weather conditions.
If ESP
®cannot be activated:
XDrive on carefully.
XHave ESP®checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster197
On-board computer and displays
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Engine
Warning/
indicator
lampNSignal type
Possible causes/consequences and M
Solutions
;NThe yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running.
There may be a malfunction, for example:
Rin the engine management
Rin the fuel injection system
Rin the exhaust system
Rin the ignition system
Rin the fuel system
The emission limit values may be exceeded and the engine may be in emergency
mode.
XHave the vehicle checked as soon as possible at a qualified specialist workshop.
In some states, you must immediately visit a qualified specialist workshop as soon as the yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up. This is due to the legal require-
ments in effect in these states. If in doubt, check whether such legal regulations
apply in the state in which you are currently driving.
8N The yellow reserve fuel warning lamp lights up while the engine is running.
The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range.
XRefuel at the nearest gas station.
8N The yellow reserve fuel warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion.
In addition, the ;Check Engine warning lamp may light up.
The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking.
XCheck that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.
XIf the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed: close the fuel filler cap.
XIf the fuel filler cap is closed:visit a qualified specialist workshop.
?NThe red coolant warning lamp lights up while the engine is running and the
coolant temperature gauge is at the start of the scale.
The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gage is defective.
The coolant temperature is no longer being monitored. There is a risk of engine
damage if the coolant temperature is too high.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention
to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 122).
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster199
On-board computer and displays
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Warning/
indicator
lampNSignal type
Possible causes/consequences and M
Solutions
?NThe red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running.
The coolant level is too low.
If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or
the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunctioning.
The coolant is too hot and the engine is no longer being cooled sufficiently.
XObserve the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention
to road and traffic conditions.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 122).
XLeave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has cooled down.
XCheck the coolant level and add coolant, observing the warning notes
(Ypage 236).
XIf you need to add coolant more often than usual, have the engine coolant sys-
tem checked.
XMake sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked, e.g. by snow,
slush or ice.
XDo not start the engine again until the coolant temperature is below 248 ‡
(120 †). Otherwise, the engine could be damaged.
XDrive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
XAvoid subjecting the engine to heavy loads, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain,
and stop-and-go traffic.
?N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. A warning
tone also sounds.
The coolant temperature has exceeded 248 ‡(120 †). The airflow to the engine
radiator may be blocked or the coolant level may be too low.
GWARNING
The engine is not being cooled sufficiently and may be damaged.
Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some fluids which
may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.
Steam from the overheated engine can also cause serious burns which can occur
just by opening the hood.
There is a risk of injury.
XObserve the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention
to road and traffic conditions.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 122).
XLeave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has
cooled down.
XCheck the coolant level and add coolant, observing the warning notes
(Ypage 236).
XIf you need to add coolant more often than usual, have the engine coolant sys-
tem checked.
200Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
On-board computer and displays

You can place insert?into the cup holder on
the left-hand or right-hand side.
XSlide cover :forwards until it engages.
XTo open: lift up lid;.
XTo close: press lid;downwards.
XTo remove: pull ashtray=up and out of
insert ?.
XTo insert: place ashtray =into insert ?.
Remove insert ?to be able to use the entire
cup holder. Store removed insert ?and ashtray
= in a suitable place. Observe the loading
guidelines (
Ypage 213).
Cigarette lighter
GWARNING
You can burn yourself if you touch the hot
heating element or the socket of the cigarette lighter.
In addition, flammable materials can ignite if:
Rthe hot cigarette lighter falls
Ra child holds the hot cigarette lighter to
objects, for example
There is a risk of fire and injury.
Always hold the cigarette lighter by the knob.
Always make sure that the cigarette lighter is
out of reach of children. Never leave children
unsupervised in the vehicle.
Your attention must always be focused on the
traffic conditions. Only use the cigarette lighter when road and traffic conditions permit.
XSelect key position 2with the Start/Stop
button (Ypage 106).
XTo open: slide cover :forward until it
engages.
XPress in cigarette lighter ;.
Cigarette lighter ;will pop out automatically
when the heating element is red-hot.
XTo close: briefly press cover :at the front.
12 V sockets
General notes
XSelect key position 1with the Start/Stop
button (Ypage 106).
The sockets can be used for accessories with a
maximum draw of 180 W (15 A). Accessories
include such items as chargers for mobile
phones.
If you use the sockets for long periods when the
engine is switched off, the battery may dis-
charge.
An emergency cut-out ensures that the on-
board voltage does not drop too low. If the on-
board voltage is too low, the power to the sock-
ets is automatically cut. This ensures that there
is sufficient power to start the engine.
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