driver to see all of the information without hav-
ing to take their eyes off the road.
A requirement for the display of the contents is
that the following functions are available in the
vehicle and are switched on:
R
Cruise control
R
DISTRONIC PLUS
R
Traffic Sign Assist
R
Navigation
Important safety notes
The Head-up Display is only an aid and is not a
substitute for attentive driving.
Speed limits and overtaking restrictions are not
always correctly displayed. Traffic signs always
have priority over the Traffic Sign Assist display.
The visibility of the Head-up Display is influ-
enced by the following conditions:
R
the driver's seat position
R
the positioning of the display image
R
the general ambient light
R
sunglasses with polarization filters
R
wet roads
R
blocking of sunlight by objects on the display
cover
In the event of extreme sunlight, sections of the
display may fade. This can be reversed by
switching the Head-up Display off and on again.
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Vehicles with the head-up display are equip-
ped with a special windshield. Should repairs
be necessary, have the windshield replaced at
a qualified specialist workshop.
Displays and operation
Switching the Head-up Display on/off
X
Press button
:
.
When the Head-up Display is switched on, the
display appears in the driver's field of vision.
Standard displays in the Head-up Display
:
Navigation messages
;
Current speed
=
Detected instructions and traffic signs
?
Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS set
speed
AMG displays in the Head-up Display
:
Upshift indicator
;
Currently selected gear, gearshift options
when shifting manually
=
Current engine speed
?
Current speed
Setting options
You can adjust the following settings in the
Head-up Display submenu:
R
adjust the position of the Head-up Display on
the windshield (
Y
page 224)
R
adjust the brightness of the displays in the
Head-up Display (
Y
page 224)
R
select displays in the Head-up Display
(
Y
page 224).
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