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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!
  • Page 2 Order No. 6515 4416 13 Part No. 240 584 62 81 USA Edition A 2005...
  • Page 3 Maybach 57 Maybach 62...
  • Page 4 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 5: Table Of Contents

    Rear center console ....46 Maybach 57 ....46 retail buyers and lessees of Upper part .
  • Page 6 Children in the vehicle ..87 Opening the doors Adjusting ..... . . 57 Override switch for rear from the inside.
  • Page 7 Contents Seats ......127 Instrument cluster ....153 Automatic transmission .
  • Page 8 Telephone ....289 (Maybach 57) ....222 Vanity mirrors ....257 Tele Aid .
  • Page 9 Contents At the gas station ....352 Maintenance ....373 Operation .
  • Page 10 Weights ..... . . 463 (Maybach 57) ....425 Towing the vehicle.

  • Page 11: Introduction

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

  • Page 12: 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 13: 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 14: 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 15: 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 16: Where To Find It

    All important technical data for your section has its own reference color so you about the equipment installed in your Maybach can be found in this section. can find information quickly. vehicle. This section expands on the "Getting started" section and also de- scribes technical innovations.

  • Page 17: Symbols

    Introduction Symbols Symbols The following symbols are found in this This symbol points to instructions for Operator’s Manual: you to follow. Highlights hazards that may result in damage to your vehicle. * Optional equipment is identified A number of these symbols appear- with an asterisk.

  • Page 18: 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 19: 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 20: 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 either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S.

  • Page 21: 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 23: 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 3-place seat Rear center console Rear door control panel...

  • Page 24: Cockpit

    At a glance Cockpit...
  • Page 25 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 26: Instrument Cluster

    At a glance Instrument cluster...
  • Page 27 At a glance Instrument cluster Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Coolant temperature Antilock Brake Sys- Tire pressure warn- gauge tem (ABS) indicator ing lamp lamp 2 Fuel gauge with fuel l Knob for instrument cluster reserve warning lamp High beam head- illumination lamp indicator lamp...

  • Page 28: Multifunction Steering Wheel

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

  • Page 29: 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 Switch for opening/clos-...

  • Page 30: Lower Part

    Front center console Lower part Item Page Item Page 1 KEYLESS-GO** start/stop 6 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 Button for retracting/ex-...
  • Page 31 At a glance Front center console Maybach 62 with partition* Item Page Item Page 1 KEYLESS-GO** start/stop 7 Chrome label for opening button cover of: 2 Gear selector lever for au- Ashtray tomatic transmission Lighter 3 Button for retracting/ex- Storage compartment*...

  • Page 32: Overhead Control Panel

    3 Interior lighting control system) button 4 Right reading lamp on/off b Switch for opening/closing 5 Front interior lighting on/ power tilt/sliding sunroof (Maybach 57) 6 Tow-away alarm button Switch for opening/closing power tilt/sliding sunroof 7 Rear view mirror (Maybach 62)

  • Page 33: Driver's Door Control Panel

    At a glance Driver’s door control panel Driver’s door control panel Item Page Item Page 1 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 9 Button for opening storage...

  • Page 34: Rear Passenger Compartment

    At a glance Rear passenger compartment Maybach...
  • Page 35 At a glance Rear passenger compartment Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Vanity mirror, left 4 Outside temperature 7 Automatic climate control gauge panel 2 Speedometer 5 Vanity mirror, right 8 Button for opening storage 3 Clock (see COMAND and compartment/drawer Rear-Cabin Audiovisual Sys- 6 Video monitor, right (see...

  • Page 36: Maybach 62 Without Partition

    At a glance Rear passenger compartment Maybach 62 without partition...
  • Page 37 At a glance Rear passenger compartment Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Vanity mirror, left 5 Vanity mirror, right 8 Automatic climate control panel 2 Speedometer 6 Video monitor, right (see COMAND and Rear-Cabin 9 Button for opening storage 3 Clock (see COMAND and Audiovisual System operat- compartment/drawer...

  • Page 38: Maybach 62 With Partition

    At a glance Rear passenger compartment Maybach 62 with partition...
  • Page 39 At a glance Rear passenger compartment Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Vanity mirror, left 5 Vanity mirror, right 9 Automatic climate control panel 2 Speedometer 6 Video monitor, right (see COMAND and Rear-Cabin a Button for opening storage 3 Clock (see COMAND and Audiovisual System operat- compartment/drawer...

  • Page 40: Rear Seats

    At a glance Rear seats Maybach 57...
  • Page 41 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 beverage 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 42: Maybach 62

    At a glance Rear seats Maybach 62...
  • Page 43 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 beverage holder 2 Button for opening upper door storage compartment f 12-V socket storage compartment with...

  • Page 44: Rear 3-Place Seat

    At a glance Rear 3-place seat Maybach 57 with rear center seat*...
  • Page 45 At a glance Rear 3-place seat Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Rear Parktronic warning in- 3 Door control panel, left 9 Switch for rear center seat dicator head restraints 4 Handle for opening left 2 Rear center backrest door storage compartment a Cup holder for headphones...

  • Page 46: Maybach 62 With Rear Center Seat

    At a glance Rear 3-place seat Maybach 62 with rear center seat*...
  • Page 47 At a glance Rear 3-place seat Item Page Item Page Item Page 1 Rear Parktronic warning in- 3 Door control panel, left b Switch for rear center seat dicator head restraints 4 Handle for opening left 2 Rear center backrest door storage compartment c Cup holder for headphones...

  • Page 48: Rear Center Console

    At a glance Rear center console Maybach 57 Item Page Item Page 1 Left reading lamp on/off 8 Switch for opening/closing rear right-side window cur- 2 Tele Aid (emergency call tain* system) button 9 Switch for opening/closing 3 Right reading lamp on/off...

  • Page 49: 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 Switch for opening/closing rear right-side window cur-...

  • Page 50: 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 Switch for opening/closing 3 Right reading lamp on/off...

  • Page 51: Rear Door Control Panel

    At a glance Rear door control panel Rear door control panel Maybach 57 Item Page 1 Adjustment switch for right front passenger seat 2 Adjustment switch for right rear seat 3 Memory button for storing rear seat positions 4 Door handle...

  • Page 52: Maybach 62

    At a glance Rear door control panel Maybach 62 Item Page 1 Adjustment switch for right front passenger seat 2 Adjustment switch for right rear seat 3 Memory button for storing rear seat positions 4 Door handle 5 Switch for moving seat to...

  • Page 53: Getting Started

    Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...

  • Page 54: Unlocking

    Getting started Unlocking The "Getting started" section provides Press unlock button Πon 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 55: Unlocking With Keyless-Go

    Getting started Unlocking Grasp the outside door handle. Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO** Warning! With KEYLESS-GO you can open and start All turn signal lamps flash once. The your vehicle without using the buttons vehicle unlocks. The locking knobs in When leaving the vehicle, always take the on the SmartKey.

  • Page 56: Starter Switch Positions

    Getting started Unlocking 0 For removing SmartKey Starter switch positions 1 Power supply to some electrical con- The SmartKey can only be removed sumers, such as seat adjustment from the starter switch with the gear Warning! selector lever in position P. 2 Ignition (power supply for all electri- When leaving the vehicle, always remove cal consumers) and driving position.
  • Page 57 Getting started Unlocking SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be located in the vehicle. Pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop but- ton on the gear selector lever corre- Make sure the gear selector lever is sponds to turning the SmartKey to the set to P.
  • Page 58 Getting started Unlocking Position 1 Ignition (or position 2) Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop If you now press the KEYLESS-GO button 1 once. button 1 twice. start/stop button once, the power supply is again switched off. This supplies power to some electrical All lamps in the instrument cluster consumers, such as seat adjustment.

  • Page 59: 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 60 Seat fore and aft adjustment Maybach authorized BabySmart com- patible child seat, which operates with the Press switch forward or backward in...
  • Page 61 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 Adjust the head restraint in such a Press switch up or down in direction way that it is as close to the head as of arrow 3 until your upper legs are...

  • Page 62: Steering Wheel

    Getting started Adjusting Steering wheel adjustment Adjusting steering column in or out Steering wheel The stalk is located on the lower left- Move stalk forward or backward in hand side of the steering wheel. direction of arrow 1 until a comfort- Warning! able steering wheel position is reached with your arms slightly bent...

  • Page 63: Mirrors

    Getting started Adjusting Interior rear view mirror Exterior rear view mirror Mirrors Adjust the interior and exterior rear view Manually adjust the interior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a mirror. Warning! good view of the road and traffic condi- For more information, see "Rear view tions.
  • Page 64 Getting started Adjusting The buttons are located on the driver's Switch on ignition ( page 54). door. Press button 1 for the driver’s side The memory function ( page 140) exterior rear view mirror or button 2 lets you save the rear-view mirror set- for the passenger-side exterior rear tings together with the settings for view mirror.

  • Page 65: Driving

    They are much more likely to be thrown er ride in the front seat, except in a around in the vehicle in slight frontal im- Warning! Maybach authorized BabySmart com- pacts or even during emergency braking patible child seat, which operates with the maneuvers.
  • Page 66 Proper use of seat belts: positioned on the body. Only the reclining seat (in Maybach 62 rear Do not twist the belt when fastening. cabin) can be used in a reclined position...

  • Page 67: Starting The Engine

    Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be re- placed. Contact an authorized Maybach Studio.
  • Page 68 Getting started Driving Automatic transmission Starting with the SmartKey Starting with KEYLESS-GO** Make sure the gear selector lever is You can start your vehicle without a set to P. SmartKey using the KEYLESS-GO start/ stop button on the gear selector lever. Do not depress the accelerator.
  • Page 69 Do not depress the accelerator. KEYLESS-GO**, close any doors that may be open to allow for better de- Notify an authorized Maybach Firmly depress the brake pedal during tection of the SmartKey with Studio. the starting procedure.

  • Page 70: Parking Brake

    Getting started Driving Parking brake Driving Warning! Firmly depress brake pedal. The gear selector lever lock is re- When leaving the vehicle, always remove leased. the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** from the starter switch, Move gear selector lever in position D take it with you, and lock the vehicle.
  • Page 71 Getting started Driving In order to avoid damaging the trans- If you hear a warning signal when Simultaneously depressing the accel- mission, driving off, you have forgotten to re- erator pedal and applying the brake lease the parking brake. reduces engine performance and wait for the gear selection process causes premature brake and to complete before setting the ve-...

  • Page 72: Switching On Headlamps

    Getting started Driving Turn exterior lamp switch to High beam Switching on headlamps position B. The combination switch is located on the Low beam headlamps The green indicator lamp C in the left of the steering column. The exterior lamp switch is located on exterior lamp switch comes on.

  • Page 73: Turn Signals

    Getting started Driving Switching on windshield wipers Turn signals The combination switch is located on the To signal minor directional changes, Turn the combination switch to the left of the steering column. e.g. passing or changing lanes, move desired position depending on the in- combination switch to point of resis- tensity of the rain.
  • Page 74 Have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Intermittent wiping is interrupted For safety reasons, Maybach Studio. when the vehicle is at a standstill and turn off the engine by turning a front door is opened. the SmartKey to position 0 and withdraw SmartKey from starter switch.

  • Page 75: Problems While Driving

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

  • Page 76: Parking And Locking

    Getting started 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 77: Switching Off Headlamps

    Getting started Parking and locking Switching off headlamps Warning! Turn the exterior lamp switch to M The SmartKey can only be removed ( page 70). from the starter switch with the gear When leaving the vehicle, always remove selector lever in position P. For more information, see "Lighting"...

  • Page 78: Locking

    Getting started Parking and locking Locking with KEYLESS-GO** Warning! If you hear a warning signal, you have either When leaving the vehicle, always remove forgotten to switch off the vehi- the SmartKey or SmartKey with cle’s exterior lamps, or KEYLESS-GO** from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle.

  • Page 79: Safety And Security

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

  • Page 80: Occupant Safety

    For safety reasons, we strongly recom- dren (LATCH) KEYLESS-GO** start/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 81: 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 82 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 83 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 84 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 85 Only use seat covers which have been test- ment threshold ed and approved by us for use on Maybach vehicles. Using other seat covers may inter- on the impacted side of the vehicle fere with or prevent the deployment of The side impact airbags are not deployed the side impact airbags.

  • Page 86: Seat Belts

    Safety and Security Occupant safety Window curtain airbags Seat belts Warning! The side window curtain airbags are de- When the engine is started, the seat belt ployed: telltale < illuminates to remind you Due to the considerably larger interior and your passengers to fasten your seat in impacts exceeding a preset deploy- compared to other vehicles, for occupants belts.
  • Page 87 Maybach Studio. person at a time. positioned on the body. Only the reclining seat (in Maybach 62 rear cabin) can be used in a reclined position with seat belts properly fastened while the vehicle is in motion. The reclining seat in...
  • Page 88 Safety and Security Occupant safety Never wear the shoulder belt under Pregnant women should also use a lap- Warning! your arm, against your neck or off your shoulder belt. The lap belt portion shoulder. In a crash, your body would should be positioned as low as possible USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY move too far forward.

  • Page 89: Children In The Vehicle

    The belt is now locked. followed. These are available at your au- erly secured at all times while the ve- Push down on child restraint to take up thorized Maybach Studio. hicle is in motion. any slack. BabySmart is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp.
  • Page 90 Children 12 years old and under must nev- U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety er ride in the front seat, except in a Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Maybach authorized BabySmart com- Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 For more information on child seats patible child seat, which operates with the and 210.2.
  • Page 91 Special BabySmart compatible child Do not leave children unattended in the Warning! seats, designed for use with the Maybach vehicle; even if the children are secured in system and available at any authorized a child restraint system. Unsupervised chil- Maybach Studio are required for use...
  • Page 92 You must see an authorized an accident, instead of protecting the system has been repaired. Maybach Studio before seating any child child. on the front passenger seat. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for For more information on PASSENGER installation of special child seats.
  • Page 93 Safety and Security Occupant safety Installing infant and child restraint sys- Head restraint must be positioned such tems that the top tether strap can pass freely For safety, please make sure the hook between the head restraint and top of This vehicle is equipped with tether an- has attached to the ring beyond the seat back.
  • Page 94 Safety and Security Occupant safety Child seat anchors – LATCH-type Installing Warning! This vehicle is equipped with two LATCH Bring the rear seat backrest to a fully (Lower Anchors and Tethers for upright position. Never adjust the rear seat position after in- CHildren) type anchors (at each of the Adjust the seat angle to the lowest stalling the child restraint.
  • Page 95 Safety and Security Occupant safety Removing Warning! Remove the child seat. Press release button 2 and fold in Children too big for child restraint systems anchors 3 until they engage. must ride in back seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck.

  • Page 96: 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 97: Panic Alarm

    Safety and Security Panic alarm Panic alarm An audible alarm and flashing exterior Activating lamps will operate for approximately Press and hold button 1 for at least For operation in the USA only: This 2½ minutes. one second. device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 98: Driving Safety Systems

    Safety and Security 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 and Warning! SBC is only achieved with winter tires BAS (Brake Assist System) (M + S tires), or snow chains as re- Do not pump the brake pedal.

  • Page 99: Bas

    Safety and Security Driving safety systems Continuous steady brake pedal pressure ABS control yields the advantages provided by Warning! The - indicator lamp in the instru- the ABS, namely braking power and the ment cluster comes on when you switch ability to steer the vehicle.

  • Page 100: Esp

    Safety and Security Driving safety systems Warning! Warning! The Electronic Stability Program (ESP) is operational as soon as the engine is run- Never switch off the ESP when you see the The ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of ning and monitors the vehicle's traction ABS/ ESP warning lamp flashing in physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can...
  • Page 101 Safety and Security Driving safety systems Switching off the ESP When you switch off the ESP Because of the ESP’s automatic oper- the ESP does not stabilize the vehicle ation, the engine must be shut off Warning! the engine output is not limited, (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 which allows the drive wheels to spin or 1) when...
  • Page 102 1 ESP switch (on/off) switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not Press switch 1 until the ABS/ESP covered by the Maybach Limited warning lamp v in the speedome- Warranty. ter comes on. The ESP is deactivated.

  • Page 103: The Sbc Brake System

    Safety and Security Driving safety systems The SBC brake system If there is a malfunction in the SBC brake Warning! The SBC brake system combines a hy- system, we recommend that the vehicle be draulic brake circuit with electronically transported with all wheels off the ground The SBC brake system requires electrical using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dol- controlled brake servo assistance.
  • Page 104 Contact an than normal. When releasing the authorized Maybach Studio for further in- turn the SmartKey in the starter pedal, you may also feel the brake formation. The SBC brake system must be...
  • Page 105 Only components approved by us for locked the vehicle from outside. 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 106: Anti-Theft Systems

    SmartKey the system is not operational. Contact The immobilizer is activated. someone opens the trunk lid with the an authorized Maybach Studio or call emergency release button 1-866-FOR-MAYBach (in the USA) or With KEYLESS-GO** 1-888-881-6611 (in Canada).
  • Page 107 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 108: 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 109: 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 Pocket PC remote control*...

  • Page 110: 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 52) and ( page 74). vehicle.
  • Page 111 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Factory setting Selective setting Warning! If you frequently travel alone, you may Global unlocking wish to reprogram the SmartKey so that When leaving the vehicle, always remove Press button Œ. pressing Œ only unlocks the driver's the SmartKey from the starter switch, take door and the fuel filler flap.
  • Page 112 The anti-theft alarm sys- trunk ( page 424). You can obtain the required batteries tem is activated. at any authorized Maybach Studio. Use the mechanical key to lock the driver’s door ( page 423). Restoring to factory setting Press and hold buttons Œ...

  • Page 113: Smartkey With Keyless-Go

    Always make sure The function of the SmartKey overrules there is sufficient overhead clearance. Your authorized Maybach Studio will be the KEYLESS-GO function. glad to supply you with a replacement. To stop the opening procedure, press The KEYLESS-GO function is integrated button Š.
  • Page 114 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Warning! You can also open and close the pow- er windows ( page 220) and tilt/ When leaving the vehicle, always take the sliding sunroof ( page 220) using SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you and the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO.
  • Page 115 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 116 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Factory setting Global locking Unlocking driver's door and fuel filler flap Press the lock button at the outside Global unlocking door handle ( page 76) or trunk lid Grasp the driver’s outside door han- Grasp the outside door handle.
  • Page 117 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Global locking Press the lock button at outside door You can also lock the vehicle using handle ( page 76). the lock button at outside door han- dle ( page 76) or KEYLESS-GO lock- All turn signal lamps flash three ing/closing switch ( page 122).
  • Page 118 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO batteries are in or- Your authorized Maybach Studio will be der. glad to supply you with a replacement. The trunk lid swings open upwards automatically.

  • Page 119: Opening The Doors

    Opening the doors from the inside Closing the rear doors automatically tive rear door to open door. from the inside (Maybach 62) You can open a locked door from the in- side. Open door only when conditions You can close the rear doors automati- are safe to do so.

  • Page 120: 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 lid opens. Opening the trunk Opening the trunk from the outside The trunk lid swings open automati-...

  • Page 121: Closing The Trunk

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Opening the trunk from the inside Warning! The trunk lid swings open automati- You can open the trunk from the inside cally. Always make sure there is suffi- if the vehicle is stationary. Maintain sight of trunk area while operat- cient overhead clearance.
  • Page 122 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking If the trunk lid comes into contact with When leaving the vehicle, always remove an object while closing (e.g. luggage that You can also close the trunk by hand. the SmartKey from the starter switch, take has been piled too high) in the upper it with you, and lock the vehicle.
  • Page 123 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the trunk from the outside If the trunk lid comes into contact with press or pull the remote trunk lid (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO**) an object while closing (e.g. luggage that switch (on the dashboard to the left of has been piled too high) in the upper You can close the trunk separately.
  • Page 124 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Closing the trunk and locking the vehicle press the trunk lid closing switch 1 from the outside (vehicles with You can also close the trunk by hand. press button Š on the SmartKey KEYLESS-GO**) with KEYLESS-GO You can close the trunk and lock the ve- If the trunk lid comes into contact with...

  • Page 125: Trunk Lid Emergency Release

    Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Briefly press emergency release Trunk lid emergency release button 1. The emergency release button is located If the vehicle has previously been on the inside of the trunk lid. The trunk lid unlocks and opens locked from the outside using the slightly.

  • Page 126: 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 127: 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 128 Controls in detail Locking and unlocking Locking Press central locking switch 1. You can open a locked door from the inside. Open door only when condi- If all doors are closed, the vehicle tions are safe to do so. locks. If the vehicle was previously centrally Unlocking locked using the SmartKey or...

  • Page 129: Seats

    Controls in detail Seats Seats For more information on seat adjust- When exiting the vehicle, with the easy- ment, see "Adjusting" ( page 57). Warning! entry/exit feature activated and depend- ing on your selection, the steering wheel Easy-entry/exit feature tilts upwards and/or the driver’s seat...
  • Page 130 Controls in detail Seats When entering the vehicle with the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the If the current position for the steer- For safety reasons, the driver’s seat steering wheel or, depending on your se- ing wheel is in the uppermost tilt po- will not return to its last set position lection, the steering wheel and driver’s sition, the steering wheel will no...

  • Page 131: Rear 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 132 Controls in detail Seats Warning! Adjust the head restraint in such a way that it is as close to the head as When leaving the vehicle, always remove possible. the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Warning! The seats can also be operated with the door open.
  • Page 133 Controls in detail Seats Seat backrest tilt Seat fore and aft adjustment Rear seat adjustment (Maybach 62) Press switch forward or backward in Press switch forward or backward in direction of arrow 3 until your arms direction of arrow 4.
  • Page 134 Controls in detail Seats Fully reclined/upright position Warning! To adjust seat to fully reclined posi- tion, press switch 1. For your protection, drive only with prop- Press and hold switch 1 until seat is erly positioned head restraints. in desired position. Adjust head restraint so that the center of To stop the seat adjustment proce- the head restraint supports the back of the...
  • Page 135 Controls in detail Seats Seat cushion depth Leg rest tilt Retracting rear seat head restraints Press switch forward or backward in Press switch up or down in direction The switch is located on the lower part of direction of arrow 6 until your legs of arrow a to adjust the leg rest tilt.
  • Page 136 Controls in detail Seats Extending rear seat head restraints Extending/retracting the rear center Switch on ignition ( page 54). seat* head restraint Press switch 1 again. Press switch 1 and hold it. The switch is on the lower right side of The rear seat head restraint retracts the rear center seat.

  • Page 137: Position From Rear

    Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Un- supervised use of vehicle equipment may Example illustration from Maybach 57 cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. 1 Front passenger seat adjustment...

  • Page 138: Multicontour Seats

    The switches for the rear seats on Multicontour seats ed on the inner side of the seat. Maybach 57 are located on the inner side The multicontour seat has a movable of the seat. seat cushion and inflatable air cushions built into the seat backrest to provide ad- ditional lumbar and side support.
  • Page 139 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 140: 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. ten minutes, seat heating is ventilation* automatically switched to level 1.

  • Page 141: 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 repeatedly until all in- door. tilated. dicator lamps go out. Switch on ignition ( page 54). If one or all of the lamps flash on the seat ventilation switch, there is insuf- Switching on seat ventilation...

  • Page 142: Memory Function

    Controls in detail Memory function You can store up to five different set- In the driver’s seat, you can program key- tings for each SmartKey or SmartKey dependent memory settings. You can Prior to operating the vehicle, the with KEYLESS-GO**. store up to five different settings per driver should check and adjust the SmartKey or SmartKey with...

  • Page 143: Storing Positions In Memory

    All the settings are stored at the se- moved to the stored positions. lected position. Releasing the button immediately stops movement to the stored posi- tions. Example illustration from Maybach 57 1 Memory button M 2 Memory position buttons 1 - 5...

  • Page 144: Storing Exterior Rear View Mirror

    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 145: Lighting

    Low beam headlamps (or high low beams. Relevant information can beam headlamps when the com- be obtained at an authorized bination switch is pushed for- Maybach Studio. ward) and parking lamps ˆ Standing lamps, right (turn left Exterior lamp switch one stop) ‚...
  • Page 146 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 147 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 148 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 146).

  • Page 149: Combination Switch

    Controls in detail Lighting High beam Combination switch Hazard warning flasher The combination switch is located on the Turn exterior lamp switch to The hazard warning flasher can be left side of the steering column. position B or U ( page 143). switched on at all times, even with the SmartKey or SmartKey with Push the combination switch in direc-...

  • Page 150: Interior Lighting In The Front

    Controls in detail Lighting Switching on the hazard warning flasher Automatic control Interior lighting in the front Press the hazard warning flasher The controls are located in the overhead Activating switch 1. control panel. Press automatic control switch 3. All turn signals flash. The interior lighting switches on in darkness when you: With the hazard warning flasher acti-...
  • Page 151 Controls in detail Lighting Deactivating Manual control Press front reading lamp switch 1 or 5 again to switch off the respec- Press automatic control switch 3 Front interior lighting tive front reading lamp. again. Press front interior lighting switch 4. The interior lighting remains Courtesy lighting switched off in darkness, even when...

  • Page 152: Interior Lighting In The Rear

    Leaving an interior light switch in the ON position for extended periods of time with the engine turned off could result in a discharged battery. Maybach 57 with rear side window curtains* Maybach 57 without rear side window cur- Vehicles with rear center seat*: tains*...
  • Page 153 Controls in detail Lighting Maybach 62 with tilt/sliding sunroof Maybach 62 with electrotransparent roof* 1 Left rear reading lamp on/off 1 Left rear reading lamp on/off 2 Right rear reading lamp on/off 2 Right rear reading lamp on/off 3 Headliner lamps and pillar uplights...
  • Page 154 Manual control Ambient lighting Headliner lamps and pillar uplights* The ambient lighting switches on and off In Maybach 62 with tilt/sliding sunroof, Rear interior lighting automatically depending on the bright- the headliner and pillar can be illuminat- Press the switch at the ò symbol to ness of the ambient light.

  • Page 155: Instrument Cluster

    To brighten illumination play is inoperative. open a door Turn the knob clockwise. Contact your nearest authorized Maybach Studio. switch on ignition ( page 54) The instrument cluster illumination will brighten. press reset button J ( page 25) in...

  • Page 156: Coolant Temperature Gauge

    Doing so may Turn off the engine, get out of the vehicle cause serious engine damage which is and do not stand near the vehicle until the not covered by the Maybach Limited engine has cooled down. Warranty.

  • Page 157: Tachometer

    Maybach Limited Warranty. When moving the vehicle into colder am- Indicated temperatures just above the bient temperatures (e.g. when leaving freezing point do not guarantee that the To help protect the engine, the fuel sup- road surface is free of ice.

  • Page 158: Speedometer

    Controls in detail Instrument cluster Speedometer Clock The speed is indicated in the instrument The time is indicated in the instrument cluster for the driver ( page 25) and in cluster for the driver in the tachometer the roof lining for the rear seat passen- display ( page 25) and in the roof lining gers ( pages 33, 35 or 37).

  • Page 159: 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. The control system enables you to A driver’s attention to the road and traffic conditions must always be his/her primary call up information about your vehi- focus when driving.

  • Page 160: 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 161 Controls in detail Control system Pressing any of the buttons on the multi- It is helpful to think of the menus, and In the SETTINGS menu, instead of func- function steering wheel will alter what is the functions within each menu, as being tions you will find a number of submenus shown in the multifunction display.

  • Page 162: 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 163 Controls in detail Control system Menus, submenus and functions Menu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Menu 6 Menu 7 Menu 8 Standard Audio Telephone Navigation Distronic** Trip computer Vehicle status mes- Settings display sage memory ( page 162) ( page 163) ( page 165) ( page 168) ( page 168) ( page 169) ( page 171) ( page 172) Call up main-...

  • Page 164: 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 165: Audio Menu

    Controls in detail Control system Selecting radio station Selecting satellite radio station Audio menu (USA only) The functions in the AUDIO menu operate Turn on the radio. Refer to the sepa- the audio equipment which you current- rate COMAND and Rear-Cabin Audio- The SIRIUS satellite radio is treated as a ly have turned on.
  • Page 166 Refer to the separate radio operation. Contact an autho- COMAND and Rear-Cabin Audiovisu- You can only choose a CD using rized Maybach Studio for details. al System operating instructions. COMAND. Refer to the separate For more information, refer to the Press button è...

  • Page 167: 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. Switch on the telephone and A driver’s attention to the road and traffic COMAND.
  • Page 168 Controls in detail Control system Press button s. Answering a call Dialing a number from the phone book When your telephone is ready to receive You have answered the call. In the If your telephone is ready to receive calls, calls, you can answer a call at any time.
  • Page 169 Controls in detail Control system Press button s. Press button j or k repeatedly Redialing until the desired name appears in the The system dials the selected phone The control system stores the most re- multifunction display. number. cently dialed phone numbers. This elimi- The stored names are displayed in as- nates the need to search through your If the connection is successful, the...

  • Page 170: 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 171: 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 Each time you call up the trip com- tics statistical data on your vehicle. The fol- puter, the last function used appears lowing information is available: as the first display.
  • Page 172 Controls in detail Control system Fuel consumption since last reset Resetting fuel consumption statistics Call up range (distance to empty) Press button ÿ or è repeatedly Press button ÿ or è repeatedly Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the until you see the first function of the until you see the first function of the trip computer menu.

  • Page 173: Vehicle Status Message Memory Menu

    These are highlighted in bringing the vehicle to an authorized red color ( page 391). Maybach Studio to address the malfunc- tion and warning messages page 391). 1 Number of messages...

  • Page 174: Settings Menu

    Controls in detail Control system Settings menu Function Page In the SETTINGS menu there are two The settings you have changed will Resetting all settings functions: not be reset unless you confirm the Submenus in the Settings menu 173 action by pressing reset button J The function TO RESET PRESS R BUTTON a second time.
  • Page 175 Controls in detail Control system Submenus in the Settings menu Resetting the functions of a submenu Press button k or j. For each submenu you can reset all the The settings you have changed will functions to the factory settings. not be reset unless you confirm the The various submenus appear in the action by pressing reset button J...
  • Page 176 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 temperature display Setting daytime running lamp Setting automatic locking Setting key dependency...
  • Page 177 Controls in detail Control system Instrument cluster submenu Selecting temperature display mode Selecting speedometer display mode Access the INST. CLUS. submenu via the Move the selection marker with Move the selection marker with SETTINGS menu. Use the INST. CLUS. sub- button æ...
  • Page 178 Controls in detail Control system Selecting language Press button æ or ç to select Lighting submenu the language to be used for the mul- Move the selection marker with tifunction display messages. Access the LIGHTING submenu via the button æ or ç to the INST. SETTINGS menu.
  • Page 179 Controls in detail Control system Setting daytime running lamp mode Press button æ or ç to select (USA only) MANUAL or daytime running lamp If you turn the exterior lamp switch to (CONSTANT) mode. This function is not another position, the respective available in countries where daytime lamp(s) will switch on.
  • Page 180 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 with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO**,...
  • Page 181 Controls in detail Control system Setting night security illumination To select delayed shut-off period: Press button æ or ç to select the (Headlamps delayed shut-off) desired lamp-on period. Move the selection marker with Use this function to set whether and how button æ...
  • Page 182 Controls in detail Control system Setting interior lighting delayed shut- You can select: The selection marker is on the current setting. 0 S, the delayed shut-off feature is Use this function to set whether and how deactivated. long you would like the interior lighting 5 S, 10 S, 15 S, or 20 S, the delayed to remain lit during darkness after you shut-off feature is activated with the...
  • Page 183 Controls in detail Control system Vehicle submenu Setting automatic locking Press button j or k repeatedly until you see AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK in Access the VEHICLE submenu via the SET- Use this function to activate or deacti- the multifunction display. INGS menu.
  • Page 184 Controls in detail Control system Convenience submenu Setting key dependency Press button j or k repeatedly until you see SETTINGS KEY-DEPENDENT Access the CONVENIENCE submenu via the Use this function to set whether the in the multifunction display. SETTINGS menu. Use the CONVENIENCE sub- memory settings for the seats, the steer- menu to change the settings for a num- ing wheel, the mirrors, the automatic cli-...
  • Page 185 Controls in detail Control system Activating easy-entry/exit feature Move the selection marker with The following settings are available for button æ or ç to the easy-entry/exit feature: Use this function to activate and deacti- the CONVENIENCE submenu. vate the easy-entry/exit feature The easy-entry/exit fea- ( page 127).
  • Page 186 Controls in detail Control system Setting parking position for exterior rear Setting fold-in function for exterior rear The selection marker is on the current view mirror view mirrors setting. Use the MIRROR SETTING WHEN PARKING Using this function, you can set the exte- function to select whether the passenger rior rear view mirrors to be automatically side exterior rear view mirror should be...

  • Page 187: Automatic Transmission

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission Automatic transmission For information on driving with an auto- matic transmission, see "Automatic transmission" ( page 66). Your vehicles transmission adapts its gear shifting process to your individual driving style by continually adjusting the shift points up or down. These shift point adjustments are performed based on current operating and driving condi- tions.

  • Page 188: One-Touch Gearshifting

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission Downshifting Upshifting Warning! Briefly press the gear selector lever to Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D– direction. the right in the D+ direction. It is dangerous to shift the gear selector le- The transmission will shift from the The transmission will shift from the ver out of P or N if the engine speed is...

  • Page 189: 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 limit the transmis- fourth gear only. second gear only. sion’s gear range by pressing the lever to è...

  • Page 190: Gear Selector Lever Position

    Gear selector position when When the brakes are released, Maybach Limited Warranty. the vehicle is parked. Only the vehicle can be moved freely place gear selector lever in (pushed or towed).

  • Page 191: Automatic Shift Program

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission Automatic shift program Warning! Never change the program mode The program mode selector switch is lo- when the gear selector lever is out of cated on the lower part of the front cen- When leaving the vehicle, always remove position P.

  • Page 192: Driving Tips

    Controls in detail Automatic transmission Press program mode selector Stopping Driving tips switch 1 repeatedly until the letter When you stop briefly, e.g. at traffic of the desired program mode ap- Accelerator position lights: pears in the tachometer display Your driving style influences the trans- Leave the transmission in gear.

  • Page 193: Emergency Operation

    Control the vehicle speed by gradual- Have the transmission checked at an mission is most likely operating in limp ly releasing the brakes. authorized Maybach Studio as soon home mode (emergency operation). In as possible. Accelerate gently. this mode, only second gear and reverse gear can be activated.

  • Page 194: Good Visibility

    Controls in detail Good visibility For information on the windshield wip- Switch on ignition ( page 54). Rear view mirrors ers, see "Windshield wipers" Press button 1. For information on setting the rear view ( page 71). mirrors, see "Mirrors" ( page 61). The headlamps are cleaned with a Headlamp cleaning system high-pressure water jet.
  • Page 195 Controls in detail Good visibility Deactivating Warning! Electrolyte drops coming into contact with the vehicle paint finish can be The automatic antiglare function does not completely removed only while in the react if incoming light is not aimed directly liquid state by applying plenty of wa- at sensors in the interior rear view mirror.
  • Page 196 Controls in detail Good visibility Activating Activating exterior rear view mirror Follow these steps to activate the mirror parking position parking position so that the passenger- Press button 1 again. side exterior rear view mirror will be The buttons are located on the driver’s The green indicator lamp in turned downward to the stored position.
  • Page 197 Controls in detail Good visibility The exterior rear view mirror returns to Electrically folding exterior rear view Folding exterior rear view mirrors in and its previously stored driving position: mirrors out automatically 10 seconds after you put the gear se- When the corresponding function in the lector lever out of position R control system is activated ( page 184):...
  • Page 198 Controls in detail Good visibility Folding the exterior rear view mirrors in Switch on ignition ( page 54). Press button 1 again. and out manually Briefly press button 1. The mirrors fold out. The exterior rear view mirrors can vibrate The mirrors fold in.

  • Page 199: Sun Visors

    Controls in detail Good visibility Glare from the front Glare from the front and sides 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.

  • Page 200: Rear Window Defroster

    Controls in detail Good visibility Activating Rear window defroster Warning! The rear window defroster consumes Press button F ( page 202). high levels of energy. To keep battery The indicator lamp on the button Any accumulation of snow and ice should drain to a minimum, switch off the de- comes on.

  • Page 201: Automatic Climate Control

    Controls in detail Automatic climate control Automatic climate control The automatic climate control is a 4-zone The activated charcoal filter, when intelligent climate control system. Your switched on, markedly reduces odors Severe conditions (e.g. strong air pol- vehicle interior is divided into four zones. and removes pollutants from the air en- lution) may require replacement of tering the passenger compartment.

  • Page 202: Cockpit

    Controls in detail Automatic climate control Cockpit...
  • Page 203 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Side air vent, left, adjustable Thumbwheel for right center air Warning! vent Center air vent, left, adjustable Automatic climate control panel Fixed air vent When operating the automatic climate control, the air that enters the passenger Thumbwheel for left center air Center air vent, right, adjustable compartment through the air vents in the...
  • Page 204 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Air distribution and air volume, Air distribution, right (manual) AC cooling on/off left (automatic) Air distribution and air volume, Residual heat and ventilation Air distribution, left (manual) right (automatic) Activated charcoal filter Air volume, left Rear window defroster Air recirculation Temperature control, left...
  • Page 205 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Activating the climate control system Adjusting air distribution Switch on ignition ( page 54). When operating the climate control Use the air distribution controls 2 system in automatic mode, you will and 8 ( page 202) to separately adjust Press button M or U.
  • Page 206 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Adjusting manually Press button , to switch off the air Adjusting air volume recirculation ( page 202). Press left or right air distribution Adjusting manually controls 2 and/or 8 ( page 202). The indicator lamp on the button goes out.
  • Page 207 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Maximum cooling MAXCOOL Press button , ( page 202). Warning! If the left and right air distribution con- The indicator lamp on the button trols as well as the air volume control are goes out. When the outside temperature is below set to U and there is a high need for Close center air vents.
  • Page 208 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Warning! The air recirculation mode is activat- If you press button , for approxi- ed automatically: mately two seconds, the side win- Never operate the side windows and the dows and the tilt/sliding sunroof will at high outside temperatures tilt/sliding sunroof if there is the possibility return to their previous position.
  • Page 209 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Charcoal filter Deactivating Warning! An activated charcoal filter markedly re- Press button e ( page 202). duces bad odors and removes pollutants The indicator lamp on the button Never operate the side windows and the from air entering the passenger com- goes out.
  • Page 210 The air in Have the air conditioning checked at when the ignition is switched on the vehicle will then no longer be cooled the nearest authorized Maybach or dehumidified. Studio. after about 30 minutes Press button AC OFF ( page 202).
  • Page 211 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Temperature-controlled glove box Turn adjustable vent 1 clockwise. Operating rear passenger compartment settings at the cockpit control panel The glove box can be heated or cooled. The glove box will be heated or The air temperature is regulated accord- cooled.

  • Page 212: Rear Passenger Compartment

    Controls in detail Automatic climate control Rear passenger compartment Overview of Maybach 57...
  • Page 213 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Thumbwheel for upper left air Fixed air vent Warning! vent Center air vent, right, adjustable Upper left air vent Thumbwheel for center air vent When operating the automatic climate control, the air that enters the passenger Upper right air vent Automatic climate control panel compartment through the air vents in the...
  • Page 214 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Overview of Maybach 62...
  • Page 215 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Thumbwheel for upper left air Fixed air vent Warning! vent Center air vent, right, adjustable Upper left air vent Thumbwheel for center air vent When operating the automatic climate control, the air that enters the passenger Upper right air vent Automatic climate control panel compartment through the air vents in the...
  • Page 216 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Air volume, left (manual) Air distribution, right (manual) Temperature control, left AC cooling on/off Display Residual heat and ventilation/ Automatic climate control on/off Temperature control, right button Air volume, right (manual) Air distribution, left (manual) Air distribution, right (automatic) Air distribution, left (automatic) Automatic climate control panel...
  • Page 217 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Activating the climate control system Increasing Adjusting air distribution Switch on ignition ( page 54). Push top of temperature control 4 Use the air distribution controls 7 and/or 6 ( page 214) until the dis- and a ( page 214) to separately adjust Press button M or U.
  • Page 218 Controls in detail Automatic climate control Adjusting manually Adjusting air volume Air conditioning Press the desired air distribution The air conditioning is operational while Adjusting manually control 7 and/or a ( page 214). the engine is running and cools the inte- Seven blower speeds are available.

  • Page 219: Solar Panel

    Have the air conditioning checked at The residual heat is automatically turned the nearest authorized Maybach off: Studio. when the ignition is switched on after about 30 minutes if the battery voltage drops...

  • Page 220: Power Windows

    Controls in detail Power windows Opening and closing the windows When leaving the vehicle, always remove Warning! The side windows can be opened and the SmartKey or SmartKey with closed electrically. The switches for all of KEYLESS-GO** from the starter switch, When closing the windows, make sure take it with you, and lock the vehicle.
  • Page 221 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 94).

  • Page 222: Synchronizing Power Windows

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

  • Page 223: 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 224: Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof

    Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof Opening and closing the power tilt/ Warning! sliding sunroof (Maybach 57) The tilt/sliding sunroof can be opened When closing the tilt/sliding sunroof, make and closed electrically. The switch for the sure there is no danger of anyone being tilt/sliding sunroof is on the overhead harmed by the closing procedure.
  • Page 225 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 226: 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 451). 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 227: 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 can be opened from the passenger compartment.
  • Page 228 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 229: The Power 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 230 Controls in detail Power tilt/sliding sunroof Opening and closing the power tilt/slid- Stopping the power tilt/sliding sunroof ing sunroof during Express-operation If the screen is closed, the screen will open first when you press sunroof Open the screen if it is closed. Press sunroof switch 4 again.

  • Page 231: Synchronizing The Power Tilt/Sliding Sunroof (Maybach 62)

    Remove the respective fuse from the Synchronizing the power tilt/sliding sliding sunroof fuse box ( page 451). sunroof (Maybach 62) Open the screen if it is closed. The tilt/sliding sunroof must be synchro- Reinsert the fuse in the main fuse nized box.

  • Page 232: Electrotransparent Roof

    Controls in detail 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. take it with you, and lock the vehicle.
  • Page 233 Controls in detail Electrotransparent roof* Opening the screen Fully opening the screen (Express-open) Making the electrotransparent roof transparent Slide the switch to the resistance Move the switch past the resistance point in direction of arrow 2. point in direction of arrow 2 and re- The screen must be completely open.
  • Page 234 Controls in detail Electrotransparent roof* Operating from the rear passenger com- Opening and closing the screen Making the electrotransparent roof partment transparent To open or close the screen, press The switches are in the storage compart- switch 4 to the resistance point at 3 Press switch 6 at 5.

  • Page 235: Driving Systems

    Controls in detail Driving systems 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 236 Controls in detail Driving systems The selected speed appears in the multi- function display for approximately 5 sec- Moving the gear selector lever to onds, and the corresponding position N while driving also cancels speedometer segments from the select- cruise control. However, the gear se- ed speed to the vehicle maximum speed lector lever should not be moved to are illuminated.
  • Page 237 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 and hold it until the to decelerate, the transmission will desired speed is reached.

  • Page 238: 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 traffic and road conditions cruise control system increases driving and to provide the steering, braking and Distronic requires familiarity with its oper- other driving inputs necessary to retain convenience afforded by the cruise con-...
  • Page 239 Controls in detail Driving systems Warning! Warning! Warning! Distronic cannot take street and traffic Close attention to road and traffic condi- The "Resume" function should only be op- conditions into account. Only use Distronic tions is imperative at all times, regardless erated if the driver is fully aware of the if the road, weather and traffic conditions of whether or not Distronic is activated.
  • Page 240 Controls in detail Driving systems If Distronic detects a vehicle directly ahead, the segments from the speed of Warning! The vehicle speed displayed on the the vehicle ahead to the set speed come speedometer can briefly vary from An intermittent warning sounds and the the speed setting on the Distronic sys- distance warning lamp in the instru-...
  • Page 241 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 five seconds.
  • Page 242 Controls in detail Driving systems Cruise control lever Activating Distronic Setting the current speed The Distronic system is operated by You can activate Distronic if Accelerate or decelerate to the de- means of the cruise control lever. sired speed. you are driving between 25 mph The cruise control lever is the uppermost (40 km/h) and 110 mph (180 km/h) Briefly lift the cruise control lever in...
  • Page 243 Controls in detail Driving systems Setting a higher speed Setting a lower speed Fine adjustment in 1 mph (Canada: 1 km/h) increments Briefly tip the cruise control lever in Briefly tip the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 1 ( page 240) to direction of arrow 2 ( page 240) to Faster increase vehicle speed in increments...
  • Page 244 Controls in detail Driving systems Setting to last stored speed ("Resume" Deactivating Distronic Distronic deactivates automatically function) when: There are several ways to deactivate the Distronic system: You set the parking brake. Warning! Briefly tip the cruise control lever in You drive slower than 22 mph direction of arrow 3 ( page 240).
  • Page 245 Controls in detail Driving systems Setting the following distance in The distance warning function on/off Turn thumbwheel 3 direction of Distronic button and thumbwheel for setting dis- arrow 4. tance are located on the lower part of You can set the specified following dis- the front center console.
  • Page 246 Controls in detail Driving systems When pressing the brake pedal, the warning sound stops. The warning sound Warning! Complex driving situations are not also stops when the distance to the vehi- always fully recognized by Distronic. cle ahead is sufficient again without ap- Distronic works to maintain the speed se- This could result in wrong or missing plying the brake pedal.
  • Page 247 Controls in detail Driving systems Turns and bends Warning! If the message DISTRONIC CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE SEE OPERATORS MANUAL Distronic should not be used in snowy or disappears during driving and last icy road conditions. speed stored flashes for approximate- ly five seconds, the dirt (e.g. slush) has The most likely cause for a malfunction- dissolved;...
  • Page 248 Controls in detail Driving systems Offset driving Lane changing Narrow vehicles A vehicle traveling in your lane but offset Distronic has not yet detected the vehicle Because of their narrow profiles, the ve- from your direct line of travel may not be changing lanes.

  • Page 249: 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 250 Controls in detail Driving systems Start the engine. Vehicle level control Press damping button 1 until the de- Your vehicle automatically adjusts its sired suspension style is set. ride height to If both indicator lamps are out, reduce fuel consumption you have chosen the automatic increase vehicle safety mode for soft damping.
  • Page 251 Controls in detail Driving systems The following vehicle level settings can be selected when the vehicle is station- ary: Vehicle level Suspension Use for Ride height increase Automatic lowering Indicator when stationary tuning over normal (depending on vehicle speed) lamp Normal Comfort For driving on normal roads.
  • Page 252 Controls in detail Driving systems Press button 1 again to lower the The vehicle chassis ride height is raised or Raised level vehicle. The indicator lamp 1 is off. lowered according to the selected level At a speed above approximately setting and to the vehicle speed.

  • Page 253: Parktronic (Parking Assist)

    Controls in detail Driving systems The Parktronic system monitors the sur- Parktronic (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 254 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 255 ( page 38). the gear selector lever is no longer in position R Maybach 62 with partition* you exceed a speed of 5 mph You have an additional warning indica- (8 km/h) tor for the rear area in the roof lining, in 1 Left front area warning indicator front of the partition.
  • Page 256 Controls in detail Driving systems Warning indicator with seven warning Warning indicators activated As your vehicle approaches an object, indicator lamps one or more segments will come on, de- The position of the gear selector lever pending on the distance between your determines which warning indicators vehicle and the object.
  • Page 257 2 Indicator lamp warning sounds. The Parktronic system will switch itself off after 30 seconds and the indicator lamp on the Parktronic but- ton comes on. Have the Parktronic system checked by an authorized Maybach Studio as soon as possible.

  • Page 258: 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 vehicle capacity weight indi- curely as possible. cated on the corresponding tag located In an accident, during hard braking or sud- on the driver’s door B-pillar.

  • Page 259: Useful Features

    Slide the mirror to the left or to the right. Images in the mirror appear in nor- Example illustration from Maybach 57 mal size or larger, depending on the 3 Vanity mirror position of the mirror.

  • Page 260: 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 stowing objects in the vehicle.
  • Page 261 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 423). plugged in here. Insert the mechanical key into the glove box lock and turn it to Opening...
  • Page 262 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 263 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 264 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 265 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 1 until it engages in the lock. 4 Opening button for storage compart-...
  • Page 266 Controls in detail Useful features Maybach 62: Opening/closing the upper storage com- partment in rear center console Maybach 62 with rear center seat*: To open, press button 1. (only Maybach 62) In the storage compartment/drawer The storage compartment/drawer 2 are: opens slightly.
  • Page 267 Controls in detail Useful features Storage pocket (only Maybach 62) Storage pockets for Maybach 62 without Storage pockets for Maybach 62 with partition* partition* Storage pockets are located on the left Storage pockets are located on the back Warning! and right side of the rear center console.
  • Page 268 To close, press the cover of the rear AUX sockets, headphone jacks and center armrest 6 downward. CD changer refer to the separate Example illustration from Maybach 57 The cover engages automatically. COMAND and Rear-Cabin Audiovisu- 1 Upper storage compartment with in- al System operating instructions.
  • Page 269 Closing the telephone compartment Press cover 5 down until it engages. Opening the storage compartment Press the chrome label on storage Example illustration from Maybach 57 Example illustration from Maybach 57 compartment 7. 1 Rear armrest 1 DVD player The storage compartment slides out.

  • Page 270: Umbrella

    Controls in detail Useful features Opening the compartment Umbrella For more information on DVD player, Turn handle 1 or 4 90°. An umbrella is located in the trunk. AUX sockets, headphone jacks and Swing the cover down. CD changer refer to the separate COMAND and Rear-Cabin Audiovisu- Closing the compartment al System operating instructions.

  • Page 271: Cup Holders

    Controls in detail Useful features Closing Cup holders Warning! Push the cup holder in until it engag- Cup holders, cockpit In order to help prevent spilling liquids on Press the cover closed. vehicle occupants, only use containers that fit into the cup holder. Use lids on open The cover engages automatically.
  • Page 272 Controls in detail Useful features Opening Closing Warning! Press the release catch on cup Take the cups out of the holder. holder 3. Press the holder back in until it en- In order to help prevent spilling liquids on The cup holder slides out automati- gages.
  • Page 273 Place only champagne flutes from the Maybach Accessory range into the cham- Opening pagne flute holder. Only use those flutes designed for use with the holder. Make Press the release catch on champagne sure the champagne flutes are held in flute/bottle holder 2.

  • Page 274: Ashtrays

    Controls in detail Useful features Place the champagne flutes in the re- Removing ashtray insert Ashtrays tainers and press them down lightly. Center console ashtray The champagne flutes are held in Warning! place by the retaining clips. Remove front ashtray only with vehicle To remove the champagne flutes, standing still.

  • Page 275: Cigarette Lighters

    Controls in detail Useful features Rear compartment ashtray Reinstalling the ashtray insert Warning! Install insert by pushing back into frame until it engages again. Never touch the heating element or sides Close the ashtray. of the lighter; they are extremely hot. Hold the knob only.

  • Page 276: Non-Smokers Package

    Controls in detail Useful features Rear compartment lighter Non-smokers package* The lighter socket can be used to ac- Storage compartment in front center commodate electrical accessories up console to a maximum of 85 W. Warning! Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter;...

  • Page 277: Folding Table

    Opening the folding table Folding table* sole (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 278 Controls in detail Useful features Closing the folding table Fold the table halves together. Swing the table upward vertically. Press the table until it engages at the base of the folding table. If necessary, lift up the armrest. Swing the folding table back com- pletely.

  • Page 279: Refrigerator** In Rear Center Console

    Controls in detail Useful features Opening the refrigerator Refrigerator** in rear center console The refrigerator continues to operate Lift up the rear center armrest up- for up to 2 hours after the ignition ward. Warning! has been switched off. If the on- Reach into the opening and lift up re- board voltage falls below the mini- Always fold the rear center armrest down-...

  • Page 280: 12-V Socket

    Controls in detail Useful features Refrigerator control Regulating the temperature Turn knob 4 to the desired position. When setting max. cooling, the tem- perature in the refrigerator may fall below freezing point. Objects stored in the refrigerator such as water bot- tles may burst.

  • Page 281: Battery Charge Maintenance Socket

    You can obtain the battery charge activated ( page 94). The socket in maintenance unit at any authorized the rear center console will not func- Maybach Studio. Check with an au- tion if the override switch is activated. thorized Maybach Studio for avail- ability.

  • Page 282: Rear Window Curtain

    Controls in detail Useful features To stop the procedure, press the Closing the curtain Rear window curtain switch again. The driver’s switch is in the lower part of Briefly press switch 1. the front center console under the cover The curtain closes automatically. Opening the curtain for the cup holders.

  • Page 283: Rear Side Window Curtains

    Controls in detail Useful features Operating from the rear (only for vehi- Opening the curtain Rear side window curtains* cles with rear side window curtains*) Lightly press switch 2 to resistance The driver’s switches are in the lower point. part of the front center console under the cover for the cup holders.
  • Page 284 Controls in detail Useful features Operating from the rear Warning! If you open a side window without rear side window curtain completely When operating the curtains, make sure open, the curtain will open first. there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing proce- Closing the curtain dure.
  • Page 285 Controls in detail Useful features Opening the curtain Fully opening the curtain (Express-open) Warning! Lightly press lower part 2 of Press lower part 2 of switch 3 or 4 switch 3 or 4 to resistance point. past the point of resistance and re- When operating the curtains, make sure lease.

  • Page 286: 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 Switch in cockpit Switch in rear passenger compartment immediately halted by releasing the switch 1 To close the partition...
  • Page 287 Controls in detail Useful features Opening the partition Operating the partition curtain Lightly press switch 2 to resistance point. Warning! The partition will open until you re- When operating the curtains, make sure lease the switch. there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing proce- Fully closing the partition dure.
  • Page 288 Controls in detail Useful features Closing the curtain Fully closing the curtain (Express-close) Lightly press switch 1 to resistance Press switch 1 past the resistance point. point and release. The curtain will close until you re- The curtain closes completely. lease the switch.

  • Page 289: Two-Way Intercom* (Maybach 62: Standard With Partition*)

    The buttons are on the rear center con- The driver can only signal a connection sole (in Maybach 62 with a rear center request from the cockpit. seat* in the storage compartment/draw- er in rear center console).

  • Page 290: External Communication (Special Order Equipment)

    Controls in detail Useful features Adjusting the volume Take the control unit out of the glove External communication (special box. 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 291: 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 292 Controls in detail Useful features You can receive and place telephone Opening Closing calls using the s and t buttons on Press button 1. Press button 1 to close. the steering wheel. To carry out other The compartment lid 2 opens down- telephone functions, use the control sys- ward.
  • Page 293 Controls in detail Useful features Removing the cellular phone from the Inserting the cellular phone in the cellu- cradle lar phone cradle Remove the round aerial contact cov- er on the back of the cellular phone. 1 Release button 2 Engage the cell phone in cradle Push the top of the cellular phone in 1 Release button direction of arrow 2, until the lug on...
  • Page 294 Controls in detail Useful features Making calls in private mode If you insert the cellular phone in the cradle and the SmartKey is not the starter switch, the cellular phone will remain on for approximately one minute. If you make a call during this time, the cellular phone will be switched off approximately one minute (delayed switch-off time) af-...
  • Page 295 Controls in detail Useful features Re-inserting the cellular phone Close the cellular phone flap. Hands-free mode is selected. If you wish to change back to private mode: Open the cellular phone flap. Remove the cellular phone from the holder ( page 292). Removing the cellular phone from the cradle 1 Holder...

  • Page 296: Tele Aid

    (approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet (approxi- If you have any questions regarding mately 14 m) every second. activation, please call the Maybach Assistance Center at 1-866-FOR-MAY-Bach (in the USA) or 1-888-881-6611 (in Canada).
  • Page 297 Have the system checked at the Tele Aid acquaintance call, you will re- nearest authorized Maybach Studio as ceive a user ID and password. soon as possible. The Tele Aid system utilizes the cellu-...
  • Page 298 A voice connection between the Re- Location of the vehicle on a map is the rear seat or, in Maybach 62 vehicles sponse Center and the occupants of the only possible if the vehicle is able to...
  • Page 299 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 300 Controls in detail Useful features For Maybach 62 with a rear center seat* Briefly press on the cover of the Roadside Assistance button • and partition* or Maybach 62 with a rear emergency call button 1 with the The Roadside Assistance button • is center seat* and two-way intercom* the inscription SOS.
  • Page 301 2 seconds). when the indicator lamp does not patcher will either dispatch a qualified A call to a Maybach Roadside Assis- come on in red or stays on longer Maybach technician or arrange to tow tance dispatcher will be initiated. The than approximately 10 seconds.
  • Page 302 INFO telephone call on the COMAND head- CALL CONNECTED unit. appears in the multifunction display. In- formation regarding the operation of your vehicle, the nearest authorized Maybach Studio or Maybach USA prod- ucts and services is available to you.
  • Page 303 ¡ is illuminated con- tification number or customer informa- tiate a call. Visit your Maybach Studio tinuously and there was no voice tion is not available, the operator may and have the system checked or con- connection to the Response Center need to retransmit.
  • Page 304 SmartKey is not Center at tape or CD) pauses. The cellular handy: 1-866-FOR-MAYBach (in the USA) or phone switches off. If it is necessary Contact the Maybach Assistance Cen- 1-888-881-6611 (in Canada). for you to use this phone, then the ter at vehicle must be parked.
  • Page 305 See anti-theft alarm system available if the relevant cellular ( page 104) and tow-away alarm Pass this number on to the Maybach phone network is available. ( page 106). Response Center along with your The SOS button flashes and the mes-...

  • Page 306: Garage Door Opener

    Controls in detail Useful features Garage door opener Warning! The built-in remote control is capable of operating up to three separately con- Before programming the integrated re- trolled devices, for example garage door mote control to a garage door opener or openers, gate openers, or other devices gate operator, make sure people and ob- ®...
  • Page 307 2 to 5 in (5 to 12 cm) away from Step 2: mitter, contact an authorized the surface of the integrated remote Maybach Studio, or call Maybach Cus- control located on the interior rear If you have previously programmed tomer Assistance Center at...
  • Page 308 Controls in detail Useful features Step 5: Rolling code programming Step 10: When the indicator lamp 1 flashes To train a garage door opener (or other Firmly press, hold for two seconds rapidly, release both buttons. rolling code devices) with the rolling and release the programmed inte- code feature, follow these instructions grated signal transmitter button...
  • Page 309 Controls in detail Useful features Gate operator/Canadian programming Proceed with programming step 5 and step 6 to complete. Canadian radio-frequency laws require If you sell your vehicle, erase the transmitter signals to "time-out" codes of all three channels. Operation of remote control (or quit) after several seconds of trans- mission which may not be long enough Switch on ignition ( page 54).

  • Page 310: Infrared Reflecting Windshield

    Controls in detail Useful features Switching on Infrared reflecting windshield Heated steering wheel The steering wheel heating warms up Switch on ignition ( page 54). the leather area of the steering wheel. Turn switch at the tip of stalk in direc- The stalk is located on the lower left- tion of arrow 1.

  • Page 311: Pocket Pc Remote Control

    Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Pocket PC remote control* In vehicles with a rear center seat*, the Your vehicle is equipped with either You can select from the following func- Pocket PC functions like a remote con- Pocket PC 1 ( page 312) or Pocket PC 2 tions: trol.

  • Page 312: Pocket Pc Holder

    Removing the Pocket PC Pocket PC holder For operation in the USA only: This Press release button 2. Maybach 57 device complies with Part 15 of the The holder 1 folds forwards slightly. FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...
  • Page 313 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Maybach 62 You can operate the Pocket PC without having to remove it from cradle 1. If you aren’t using the Pocket PC 3, The Pocket PC is in the storage compart- always insert it into cradle 4. This ment/drawer in the rear center console.

  • Page 314: Pocket Pc 1

    Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Pocket PC 1 Light sensor Warning! Your vehicle is equipped with either Blue Bluetooth wireless indicator Pocket PC 1 or Pocket PC 2 ( page 315). lamp Only operate the Pocket PC remote control from the rear passenger compartment.
  • Page 315 In display 7 you will see the follow- press downward until it engages. flashes when the battery is being ing in succession: charged the Maybach logo for several sec- Indicator lamps comes on continuously when the bat- onds The blue Bluetooth wireless connection...
  • Page 316 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Switching off The Bluetooth wireless connection Press On/Off button 6. can only be established if: The Bluetooth wireless connection in- the ignition is switched on dicator lamp 2 goes out. The Bluetooth wireless connection is for up to 15 minutes after the ig- interrupted and the Pocket PC is nition was switched off...

  • Page 317: Pocket Pc 2

    Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Pocket PC 2 Light sensor Navigation button Your vehicle is equipped with either Blue Bluetooth wireless indicator Main menu function button: Light Pocket PC 1 ( page 312) or Pocket PC 2. lamp Main menu function button: Pri- Antenna vacy...
  • Page 318 9 (touch-screen) using your fin- lamp 6 ing in succession: ger or stylus 7. is out when the battery is not being the Maybach logo for several sec- You can switch between these two charged onds modes of operation at any time.

  • Page 319: Display

    Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Switching off Display The Bluetooth wireless connection Press On/Off button 8. can only be established if: The Bluetooth wireless connection in- the ignition is switched on dicator lamp 2 goes out. The Bluetooth wireless connection is for up to 15 minutes after the ig- interrupted and the Pocket PC is nition was switched off...

  • Page 320: Operation Via Main Menu Function Buttons And Navigation Button

    Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* 1 Main menu: Light Operation via main menu function 2 Main menu: Privacy buttons and navigation button 3 Main menu: Manual Adjustments An example of how to select settings is 4 Main menu: Pocket PC Settings described below.
  • Page 321 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Choosing a main menu (Pocket PC 1 and Selecting a submenu and selecting Press the left or right side of naviga- Pocket PC 2) settings (Pocket PC 1 and Pocket PC 2) tion button 8 in order to select one of the symbols in settings menu 5.

  • Page 322: Operation Via Touch-Screen

    6 Function button: Headliner lamps 1 Main menu: Light in the center or and pillar uplights*, in Maybach 62 Press main menu button: Light 1. with tilt/sliding sunroof on the left or 7 Light symbol...
  • Page 323 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Selecting submenu: Ambient lighting Press submenu button: Ambient Selecting main menu: Privacy dimmer and selecting settings lighting dimmer 1. The selected symbol in button 1 is highlighted in the display and you will see the corresponding settings menu 3.
  • Page 324 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Selecting submenu: Operating the parti- Opening the curtain tion curtain* Warning! Press and hold symbol 5. The curtain opens until you release When operating the curtains, make sure symbol 5. there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing proce- Closing the curtain dure.
  • Page 325 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Selecting submenu: Operating the left Opening the curtain rear side window curtain* Warning! Press and hold symbol 5. The curtain opens until you release When operating the curtains, make sure symbol 5. there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing proce- Closing the curtain dure.
  • Page 326 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Selecting submenu: Making the elec- Press submenu button: Electrotrans- trotransparent roof* opaque/transpar- parent roof 1. The electrotransparent roof lighting The selected symbol in button 1 is is automatically switched off when highlighted in the display and you the screen is opened.
  • Page 327 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Selecting submenu: Operating the right Opening the curtain rear side window curtain* Warning! Press and hold symbol 4. The curtain opens until you release When operating the curtains, make sure symbol 4. there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing proce- Closing the curtain dure.
  • Page 328 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Selecting submenu: Operating the rear Opening the curtain Selecting main menu: Manual adjust- window curtain ments Press and hold symbol 4. The curtain opens until you release symbol 4. Closing the curtain Press and hold symbol 3. The curtain closes until you release symbol 3.
  • Page 329 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Selecting submenu: Operating the parti- Closing the partition tion* Warning! Press and hold symbol 6. The partition closes until you release When operating the partition, make sure symbol 6. there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing proce- Opening the partition dure.
  • Page 330 When leaving the vehicle, always remove the power tilt/sliding sunroof Warning! the SmartKey or SmartKey with (Maybach 62) KEYLESS-GO** from the starter switch, When closing the tilt/sliding sunroof, make take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do sure there is no danger of anyone being not leave children unattended in the vehi- harmed by the closing procedure.
  • Page 331 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Opening the screen and the power tilt/ Fully opening the screen and the tilt/slid- Fully closing the tilt/sliding sunroof and sliding sunroof ing sunroof (Express-open) the screen (Express-close) Press and hold symbol 5. Briefly press symbol 4.
  • Page 332 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Selecting submenu: Operating the elec- Press submenu button: Electrotrans- trotransparent roof* Warning! parent roof screen 1. The selected symbol in button 1 is When closing the screen, make sure no one highlighted in the display and you can be caught and/or injured.
  • Page 333 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Fully opening the screen (Express-open) Selecting submenu: Extending/retract- Press and hold symbol 3. ing the rear center seat head restraint Briefly press symbol 3. The rear center seat head restraint re- tracts until you release symbol 3. The screen opens completely and the electrotransparent roof lighting is au- tomatically turned off.
  • Page 334 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Selecting submenu: Raising and lower- When leaving the vehicle, always remove ing the power tilt/sliding sunroof Warning! the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** from the starter switch, When closing the tilt/sliding sunroof, make take it with you, and lock the vehicle.
  • Page 335 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Raising the tilt/sliding sunroof Selecting main menu: Pocket PC settings Press and hold symbol 3. In this menu, you can select the settings for your Pocket PC. The sunroof is raised until you release symbol 3.
  • Page 336 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Selecting submenu: Keypad tones and Press submenu button: Keypad Selecting submenu: Daytime/Nighttime selecting settings tones 1. settings and selecting settings When you press a button or a symbol, an The selected symbol in button 1 is acoustic tone sounds.
  • Page 337 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Choosing automatic mode Selecting submenu: Display brightness Choosing automatic mode and selecting settings Press symbol 4. Press symbol 4. Depending on the ambient bright- Depending on the ambient bright- ness, the display assumes either the ness, the display becomes either daytime or the nighttime setting.
  • Page 338 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Selecting submenu: Time and selecting Press submenu button: Time 1. Setting minutes forward or backward settings (Pocket PC 1) The selected symbol in button 1 is Press symbol 4 or 5 until the min- highlighted in the display and you utes have been set.
  • Page 339 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Selecting submenu: Time and selecting Setting time manually Setting time display mode settings (Pocket PC 2) Press symbol 4. Press symbol 7 or 8 repeatedly until the desired display mode is set You can set hours and minutes manu- according to either the 24-hour mode ally with the symbol 7 or 8.
  • Page 340 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Selecting submenu: Automatic switch- Press submenu button: Automatic Setting minutes for automatic display off for display/equipment and selecting switch-off for display and device 1. switch-off forward or backward settings (Pocket PC 2 only) The selected symbol in button 1 is Press symbol 6 or 7 repeatedly until highlighted in the display and you...

  • Page 341: Pocket Pc Troubleshooting

    Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Pocket PC troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Suggested solution The Bluetooth wireless connection can- The ignition is switched off and the The receiver is switched off. not be established or your Pocket PC run-on time of 15 minutes has expired. Switch on ignition ( page 54).
  • Page 342 Controls in detail Pocket PC remote control* Problem Possible cause Suggested solution You have switched on your Pocket PC The battery is discharged. Charge the battery for a few minutes but do not automatically see the main ( page 310). menu (i.e.

  • Page 343: 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 344: 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 345: Driving Instructions

    Maintenance System steer the vehicle. (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 346: Brakes

    Only install brake pads and brake fluid After driving in heavy rain for some time also enhance the grip of the brake pads. recommended by us for use on Maybach without applying the brakes or through water deep enough to wet brake compo- vehicles.

  • Page 347: Driving Off

    Slowly release brake pedal. to the drivetrain which is not covered by When parked on an incline, turn front the Maybach Limited Warranty. wheels towards the road curb. Turn the SmartKey to starter switch position 0 and remove the SmartKey...

  • Page 348: Tires

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

  • Page 349: Tire Traction

    Warning! The safe speed on a wet, snow covered us for use on Maybach vehicles. or icy road is always lower than on a dry Even when permitted by law, never oper- road.

  • 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: Radio Transmitters

    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 Open the fuel filler flap by pushing at Refueling the point indicated by the arrow. The fuel filler flap springs open. Warning! Turn the fuel cap to the left and hold Gasoline is highly flammable and poison- on to it until possible pressure is re- ous.
  • 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 430). 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 143).

  • Page 357: Engine Compartment

    Operation Engine compartment Engine compartment Pull lever 1 towards you in the direc- Pull handle 2 to its stop out of radi- Hood tion of the arrow. ator grille. The hood is unlocked and handle 2 Pull up on the hood (do not pull up Warning! will extend out of the radiator grille.

  • 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 When checking the oil level the vehicle If you want to interrupt the checking must procedure, press button k or j on the multifunction steering wheel. be parked on level ground be at normal operating temperature If necessary, add engine oil.
  • Page 360 It could cause damage to peating check procedure. the engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Maybach Limited If engine is not yet at normal operat- ing temperature, wait 30 minutes be- Warranty.

  • 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 to the left The engine coolant is a mixture of water parts. Antifreeze contains ethylene to release any excess pressure. and anticorrosion/antifreeze.

  • Page 363: Batteries

    Wear eye protection. If you do not intend to operate your ve- hicle for an extended period of time, Keep children away. consult an authorized Maybach Studio about steps you need to observe. Follow the instructions in this Operator's Manual.

  • Page 364: Windshield Washer And Headlamp Cleaning System

    Operation Engine compartment Windshield washer and headlamp Warning! cleaning system Fluid for the windshield washer system Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flam- and the headlamp cleaning system is sup- mable. Do not spill washer solvent/ plied from the windshield washer reser- antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it voir.

  • Page 365: Tires And Wheels

    Retreaded tires are not tested or recom- incorrectly sized rims and tires are mount- pressure and correct as required. mended by us for use on Maybach vehi- cles, since previous damage cannot Do not allow your tires to wear down The wheel brakes or suspension com- always be recognized on retreads.

  • Page 366: Life Of Tires

    Operation Tires and wheels Life of tires Direction of rotation Checking tire pressure The service life of a tire is dependent Unidirectional tires offer added advan- upon varying factors including but not tages, such as better hydroplaning per- Warning! limited to: formance.
  • Page 367 Tires and wheels Checking tire pressure electronically Warning! The pressures listed for light loads are minimum values offering high driv- Check with an authorized Maybach Follow recommended inflation pressures. ing comfort. Studio to determine the equipment Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires Increased inflation pressures listed installed in your vehicle.
  • Page 368 Operation Tires and wheels Switch on the ignition. Warning! After reactivating the tire inflation Press button è or ÿ on the mul- pressure monitor, the inflation pres- tifunction steering wheel repeatedly When the tire pressure monitoring system sures are displayed only after a few until the standard display menu ap- warning lamp is lit, one or more of your minutes’...
  • Page 369 (e.g. wireless headsets, ( page 157). two-way radios, phones etc. except equipment approved by us for use in your Maybach vehicle) in or near the vehicle could cause the tire inflation pressure monitor to malfunction.
  • Page 370 Operation Tires and wheels Press button k or j repeatedly Press button æ. If you wish to cancel activation: until you see the current inflation The following message will appear in Press button ç NO. pressures for each tire appear in the the multifunction display field: If one of the following messages ap- multifunction display or the follow-...
  • Page 371 Operation Tires and wheels Speed limitation in the event of tire Should the driving situation require and problems allow it, you can override the automatic Warning! speed limitation as set by the tire pres- If the tire pressure falls below a certain sure monitoring system by depressing You should pull over immediately.

  • Page 372: Rotating Tires

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

  • Page 373: 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 374: Winter Tires

    Use only snow chains that are ap- no longer suitable for winter operation. should only be driven at vehicle height proved by us for use on Maybach ve- Raised ( page 248). hicles. your authorized Maybach Snow chains should only be driven on...

  • Page 375: Maintenance

    We strongly recommend that you have Clearing the maintenance service in- your vehicle serviced by an authorized dicator Maybach Studio, in accordance with the The maintenance service indicator is au- Maintenance Booklet at the times called tomatically cleared after 30 seconds...

  • Page 376: Calling Up The Maintenance Service Indicator

    Maybach Studio correct it. The standard display of the control an authorized Maybach Studio, you can system appears ( page 157). Only reset if the proper maintenance have the maintenance service indicator service has been performed.

  • Page 377: Vehicle Care

    Never use fluids or solvents that are not treatment is neither necessary nor rec- Tree resins, etc. designed for cleaning your vehicle. ommended by us for use on Maybach ve- Frequent washing reduces and/or elimi- hicles because of the possibility of nates the aggressiveness and potency of...
  • Page 378 Use the appropriate Touch-Up Stick ap- Always replace a damaged tire. proved by us for use on Maybach vehicles Always keep the jet of water moving for quick and provisional repairs of mi- across the surface. Do not aim directly nor paint damage (i.e.
  • Page 379 If an outside door handle is hit by a wash detergent, such as Car Shampoo strong jet of water, and a SmartKey approved by us for use on Maybach vehi- with KEYLESS-GO** is in close prox- cles. imity, i.e. within approximately 3 ft...
  • Page 380 Shampoo approved by us for use on 1 Parktronic system sensors Maybach vehicles with plenty of wa- Clean the sensors 1 on the bumpers Turn on the wipers and place them in ter and a soft, non-scratchy cloth.
  • Page 381 For information on how to place the wip- Wheel Care approved by us for use on ers in a vertical position, see "Replacing Maybach vehicles should be used for reg- wiper blades" ( page 434). Fold the windshield wiper arms back ular cleaning the light alloy wheels.
  • Page 382 For cleaning purposes, you can push back holder. oughly or clean with Leather Care ap- the cover plate of the cup holder. proved by us for use on Maybach The next time the holder is opened, the vehicles. cover plate slides out with it.
  • Page 383 Do not use Leather Care approved by tact-discoloration will be prevented. us for use on Maybach vehicles on Nubuck leather or any solvents to Wipe leather upholstery with a damp clean Nubuck leather. Avoid hard cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with scrubbing on nubuck leather.
  • Page 384 ( page 148). not been or cannot be locked. Have the in- and a moist cloth. side panel repaired immediately by an au- thorized Maybach Studio.

  • Page 385: Practical Hints

    Practical hints What to do if … Where will I find ...? Unlocking/locking in an emergency Opening/closing in an emergency Pocket PC* Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Batteries Jump starting Towing the vehicle Fuses...

  • Page 386: What To Do If

    If the ESP cannot be turned back on, have while driving. 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. The yellow ABS/ESP...
  • Page 387 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 388 Practical hints What to do if … Problem Possible cause Suggested solution < The red seat belt telltale The telltale reminds you to fasten seat Fasten your seat belt. illuminates for a brief belts. The telltale goes out. period after starting the engine.
  • Page 389 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 390 There is insufficient brake fluid in the reser- Risk of accident! Carefully stop the ve- voir. hicle and notify an 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 391 Suggested solution The yellow engine mal- There is a malfunction in: Have the vehicle checked as soon as (USA only) function indicator lamp possible by an authorized Maybach The fuel management system comes on while driving. Studio. ± The ignition system...

  • Page 392: Lamp In Center Console

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

  • Page 393: Vehicle Status Messages In The Multifunction Display

    Failure to repair condition noted may compilation of the most important warn- Certain messages of high priority cannot cause damage not covered by the Maybach ing and malfunction messages that may be cleared from the multifunction dis- Limited Warranty, or result in property appear in the malfunction display.
  • Page 394 The SBC brake system is still function- Have the system checked at an authorized ing normally but without the ABS Maybach Studio as soon as possible. available. Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident.
  • Page 395 Try activating Distronic** again later. REACTIVATE porarily unavailable. DRIVE TO WORKSHOP! Distronic** is malfunctioning or the Visit an authorized Maybach Studio as soon display is malfunctioning. as possible. CURRENTLY Distronic** is switched off because: Clean if necessary the Distronic** cover in UNAVAILABLE the front bumper ( page 378).
  • Page 396 The ESP is deactivated because of a Continue driving with added caution. VISIT WORKSHOP! malfunction. Visit an authorized Maybach Studio as soon The SBC brake system is still function- as possible. ing normally but without the ESP Failure to follow these instructions increases available.
  • Page 397 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 398 P. RESTR. SYS. DEFECT. The system is malfunctioning. Drive with added caution to the nearest DRIVE TO 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 399 Practical hints What to do if … Symbol messages Display Possible cause Possible solution AIRMATIC The vehicle level is too low. Wait until the vehicle level has been adjusted. STOP, CAR TOO LOW! The message then disappears. The vehicle level control is malfunction- Stop and press the vehicle level ing.
  • Page 400 The SBC brake system requires electrical sponsiveness. energy and therefore has only limited operation. Considerably greater brake Notify an authorized Maybach pedal force is required and the stopping Studio. distance is increased. Failure to follow these instructions in- creases the risk of accident.
  • Page 401 Maybach Studio. required and the stopping distance is If it is intact: longer. Drive immediately to the near- est authorized Maybach Studio. Adapt driving to be consistent with reduced braking respon- siveness. Read and observe the additional messages about the SBC brake sys- tem in the display.
  • Page 402 Risk of accident! Stop the vehicle BRAKE FLUID (USA only) VISIT WORKSHOP! ervoir. and notify an authorized 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 403 ( page 187). Cautiously continue driving so that the air stream will cool down the brakes. SERVICE BRAKE There are malfunctions, but the SBC Visit an authorized Maybach Studio VISIT WORKSHOP! brake system is operating normally. as soon as possible.
  • Page 404 Practical hints What to do if … If the SBC brake system enters its emergen- Warning! Warning! cy operation mode, the driver must apply significantly greater brake pedal pressure Driving while these messages are displayed Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to and depress the pedal much further than can result in an accident.
  • Page 405 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 406 Maybach Limited to catch fire. You could be seriously Warranty. During severe operating conditions, e.g.
  • Page 407 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 154).
  • Page 408 Possible solution Î CRUISE CONTROL Cruise control or Distronic** is malfunc- Have cruise control or Distronic** 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 409 You are attempting to drive with one or Close the doors. more doors open. VISIT WORKSHOP! There may be a malfunction in the: Visit an authorized Maybach Studio as soon as possible. Fuel injection system Ignition system Exhaust system Fuel system ENGINE OIL LEVEL There is no oil in the engine.
  • Page 410 Maybach Limited the engine oil should be topped to the Warranty. required level with an approved oil spec- ified in the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet.
  • Page 411 Practical hints What to do if … Display Possible cause Possible solution ENTRANCE POSITION Seat, mirrors and steering wheel have Wait until the seat, mirrors and DO NOT DRIVE not yet moved to their preset driving po- steering wheel have moved to their sitions.
  • Page 412 Remove the SmartKey from the SmartKey. starter switch. REPLACE KEY The SmartKey is malfunctioning. Visit an authorized Maybach Studio DRIVE TO WORKSHOP! as soon as possible. LIGHT SENSOR The lamp sensor is malfunctioning. The In the control system, set lamp op- DRIVE TO WORKSHOP! headlamps switch on automatically.
  • Page 413 Possible cause Possible solution MIRROR TURN SIG., R The right turn signal in the side mirror is Visit an authorized Maybach Studio CHECK LIGHT malfunctioning. This message will only as soon as possible. appear if all light emitting diodes have stopped working.
  • Page 414 FRONT FOGLAMP, LEFT The left front fog lamp is malfunctioning. Replace the bulb as soon as possible CHECK LIGHT or visit an authorized Maybach Stu- dio as soon as possible. FRONT FOGLAMP, RIGHT The right front fog lamp is malfunction-...
  • Page 415 What to do if … Display Possible cause Possible solution REVERSE LIGHT, LEFT The left reverse lamp is malfunctioning. Visit an authorized Maybach Studio CHECK LIGHT as soon as possible. REVERSE LIGHT, RIGHT The right reverse lamp is malfunctioning. Visit an authorized Maybach Studio CHECK LIGHT as soon as possible.
  • Page 416 Display Possible cause Possible solution < SEAT BELT SYSTEM The seat belt system is malfunctioning. Visit an authorized Maybach Studio DRIVE TO WORKSHOP! as soon as possible. CLOSE You have opened the driver’s door with Close the tilt/sliding sunroof SUNROOF! the SmartKey removed from the starter ( page 222).
  • Page 417 SmartKey removed from the starter ( page 222) switch and 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...
  • Page 418 Practical hints What to do if … Tire pressure messages Display Possible cause Possible solution 50 MPH LIMIT The maximum speed is limited to Pull over immediately. Change the wheel 50 mph (80 km/h). ( page 436). TIRE FAILURE Canada: 80 KM/H TIRE PRES.
  • Page 419 Have the tire inflation pressure TIRE PRES. MONITOR NOT OPERATIONAL sensor is malfunctioning. monitor checked by an authorized Maybach Studio. A wheel without proper sensor was in- Have the wheels checked. stalled. You may lose control of the vehicle. Con-...
  • Page 420 Practical hints What to do if … Display Possible cause Possible solution TIRE PRESSURE The pressure is low in one or more tires. Check and correct tire pressure as PLEASE CORRECT required ( page 364). TIRE PRESSURE One or more tires is deflating. Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, CAUTION TIRE DEFECT! avoiding abrupt steering and brak-...
  • Page 421 Practical hints What to do if … Display Possible cause Possible solution TIRE PRES., LF The left front tire is deflating. Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, CAUTION TIRE DEFECT! avoiding abrupt steering and brak- ing maneuvers. Carefully observe the traffic situation.
  • Page 422 Practical hints What to do if … Display Possible cause Possible solution TIRE PRES., RF The right front tire pressure is low. Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt CHECK TIRES! and observe the traffic situation. Check the tire. Check and correct tire pressure as required.
  • Page 423 Practical hints What to do if … Display Possible cause Possible solution TIRE PRES., RR The right rear tire is deflating. Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, CAUTION TIRE DEFECT! avoiding abrupt steering and brak- ing maneuvers. Carefully observe the traffic situation.

  • Page 424: Where Will I Find

    Practical hints 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 seat.

  • Page 425: Unlocking/Locking In An Emergency

    Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency 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.

  • Page 426: Locking The Vehicle

    Practical hints Unlocking/locking in an emergency Unlocking and opening the trunk lid 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. cient overhead clearance.

  • Page 427: Opening/Closing In An Emergency

    Pull cover 1 off at the location Insert crank 2 through hole. Power tilt/sliding sunroof marked by the arrow. (Maybach 57) Turn crank 2 clockwise to: You can open or close the tilt/sliding sun- slide roof closed roof manually should an electrical mal- raise roof at the rear function occur.

  • Page 428: (Maybach 62)

    Opening/closing in an emergency Pull cover 2 off of the rear center in- Power tilt/sliding sunroof strument. (Maybach 62) The tilt/sliding sunroof drive is located Remove the crank 1 from the Oper- behind cover 1 in the roof lining with ator’s Manual pouch.

  • Page 429: Pocket Pc

    Practical hints Pocket PC* Pocket PC* Push memory card 1 into slot 2 un- The reset button is on the lower right- Installing the memory card til it engages. hand side of the bottom panel. The memory card slot is located in the top panel of the Pocket PC.

  • Page 430: 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 431 Practical hints Replacing SmartKey batteries Remove the mechanical key out of Pull battery compartment 2 out of Using a lint-free cloth, insert new the SmartKey ( page 423). the housing in direction of arrow. batteries 3 under the contact spring 4 with the plus (+) side facing Return battery compartment 2 into the housing until it locks into place.

  • Page 432: Replacing Bulbs

    SAE J573 checked and readjusted at regular inter- 2357 A vals and when a bulb has been replaced. 12.8 V-30CP See an authorized Maybach Studio for Side marker lamp W 5 W headlamp adjustment. Low beam and Xenon high beam...

  • Page 433: Replacing Bulbs

    Tail, parking and Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas. lowing lamps replaced by an autho- standing lamp A bulb can explode if you rized Maybach Studio: Side marker lamp LED touch or move it when hot Additional turn signal lamp and Back-up lamp...

  • Page 434: Replacing Bulbs For Front Lamps

    Practical hints Replacing bulbs High beam flasher bulbs or fog lamps Replacing bulbs for front lamps Switch off the lights. Open the hood ( page 355). Twist housing cover 1 counterclock- wise and pull out. Twist bulb socket 5 (high beam flasher bulb) or 7 (fog lamps) coun- terclockwise and pull out.

  • Page 435: License Plate Lamp

    Practical hints Replacing bulbs Turn signal bulb Insert a new bulb in the socket. License plate lamp Switch off the lights. Reinstall bulb socket 6. Turn the round cover in the wheel Align housing cover 1 and twist housing trim counter-clockwise and clockwise.

  • Page 436: Replacing Wiper Blades

    Practical hints Replacing wiper blades Removing wiper blades To avoid damage to the hood, the Turn the SmartKey in the starter wiper arms should only be folded for- switch to position 1. ward when in the vertical position. Turn combination switch to wiper setting II ( page 71).

  • Page 437: 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 438: Flat Tire

    Maybach Studio. Never operate the vehicle with more than one spare tire. For more information on spare wheel,...
  • Page 439 Practical hints Flat tire Lifting the vehicle When changing wheel on a hill: Warning! Place chock and another sizeable, heavy object on the downhill side The jack is designed exclusively for jacking blocking both wheels of the axle up the vehicle at the jack support tube not being worked on.
  • Page 440 Practical hints Flat tire The tube openings are located directly Take ratchet 5 out of vehicle tool Removing the wheel behind the front wheel housings and in kit. front of the rear wheel housings. Place ratchet 5 on jack 3 so that you can see the letters UP.
  • Page 441 Do not continue to Remove the jack. drive under these circumstances! Contact an authorized Maybach Studio or call Roadside Assistance. Incorrect mounting bolts or improperly tightened mounting bolts can cause the wheel to come off. This could cause an ac- cident.
  • Page 442 Practical hints Flat tire Replacing jack support tube cover Warning! Slide tongue of cover under the up- per edge of the tube opening. Have the tightening torque checked after Applying even pressure, press cover changing a wheel. The wheels could come until it snaps into place.

  • Page 443: Batteries

    Practical hints Batteries Batteries Your vehicle is equipped with two bat- teries: Warning! The starter battery (located in the en- Failure to follow these instructions can re- gine compartment) sult in severe injury or death. The battery for electrical consumers Never lean over batteries while connect- (located in the trunk) ing, you might get injured.
  • Page 444 Have the battery checked regularly emergency operation mode. The same ap- tor lever will have no effect by an authorized Maybach Studio. plies if battery is disconnected. To brake, the gear selector lever will remain the driver must then apply significantly...

  • Page 445: Disconnecting The Batteries

    Practical hints Batteries Remove trunk floor from right hand Removing the starter battery Disconnecting the batteries side of the trunk. Loosen the screw that holds the start- The consumer battery is located in er battery in the engine compart- Always disconnect the batteries in the the trunk on the right hand side.

  • Page 446: Reconnecting The Batteries

    Set the clock. Refer to the sepa- rate COMAND and Rear-Cabin Have a Maybach Studio check engine Audiovisual System operating in- control units for error messages and Turn off all electrical consumers. structions.

  • Page 447: 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 448 Clamp cable Have the starter battery checked at Shift gear selector lever to position P. to charged battery 2 first. the nearest authorized Maybach Stu- Open hood ( page 355). dio. Never invert the terminal connec- tions.

  • Page 449: Towing The Vehicle

    Practical hints Towing the vehicle Towing the vehicle We recommend that Maybach vehicles be transported with all wheels off the Warning! If the vehicle is towed with the front ground using flatbed or appropriate axle raised, the engine must be shut wheel lift/dolly equipment.
  • Page 450 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 181). with the hazard warning flasher in Adapt your driving style accordingly.

  • Page 451: 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 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 452: Fuses

    Only use fuses approved by us for use on passenger-side ( page 451) fuse will stop working. Maybach vehicles and which have the spec- In the engine compartment on the ified amperage. Using other fuses may The following aids are available to help driver’s side ( page 451)

  • Page 453: 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 the driver’s and A chart explaining fuse allocation and front passenger side in front of the fire- fuse amperages can be found in the vehi- wall (dividing wall between engine com- cle tool kit in the trunk ( page 422).

  • Page 454: 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 455: Technical Data

    Technical data Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly-V-belt drive Engine Rims and tires Electrical system Main dimensions Weights Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Consumer information...

  • Page 456: 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 re- The use of non-genuine Maybach hicle. quired for maintenance and repair work. parts and accessories not authorized...

  • Page 457: 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 458: 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 459: 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 460: Engine

    1-12-5-8-3-10-6-7-2-11-4-9 Poly-V-belt 2713 mm The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Maybach Studio for the corre- sponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Premium fuel required. Performance may vary with fuel octane rating.

  • Page 461: Rims And Tires

    Moreover, tires and rims not ap- Further information on tires and rims and tested and approved by us for use on proved by us for use on Maybach ve- is available at any authorized Maybach vehicles. Other tires and rims hicles may, under load, exhibit Maybach Studio.

  • Page 462: Same Size Tires

    Technical data Rims and tires Same size tires Summer tires (radial-ply tires) 275/50 R19 112W XL or Extra Load MO Wheel offset 2.64 in (67 mm) Rims (light alloy) 8J x 19 Winter tires (radial-ply tires) 275/50 R19 112H XL or Extra Load M+S MO Wheel offset 2.64 in (67 mm) Rims (light alloy)

  • Page 463: 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 464: Main Dimensions

    Technical data Main dimensions Model Maybach 57 Maybach 62 Overall vehicle length 225.5 in (5728 mm) 242.7 in (6165 mm) Overall vehicle width 78.0 in (1980 mm) 78.0 in (1980 mm) Overall vehicle height 61.9 in (1572 mm) 61.9 in (1573 mm) Wheelbase 133.5 in (3390 mm)

  • Page 465: Weights

    Technical data Weights Weights Roof load max. no roof load Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg) To avoid potential damage to the roof, solar panel* or electrotransparent roof*, roof rails and any roof-mounted devices must not be used.

  • Page 466: Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants, Etc

    Please refer to the Factory Approved Ser- Capacities lubricants must match. Therefore use vice Products pamphlet, or inquire at only brands tested and approved by us. your Maybach Studio. Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Engine with oil filter 10.5 US qt (10.0 l)

  • Page 467: Engine Oils

    Mainte- the Maybach Limited Warranty. the Maintenance System (U.S. vehicles) nance System (U.S. vehicles) or FSS or FSS (Canada Vehicles) will result in en- (Canada vehicles).

  • Page 468: Brake Fluid

    Only brake fluid approved by us for use not exceed 10%; MTBE must not exceed Avoid full throttle driving and on Maybach vehicles is recommended. 15%. abrupt acceleration. Your authorized Maybach Studio will The ratio of Methanol to gasoline must Do not exceed an engine speed of provide you with additional information.

  • Page 469: Gasoline Additives

    Boiling protection (by increasing the we recommend only the use of additives the coolant concentration or bring it boiling point) approved by us for use on Maybach vehi- back up to the proper level. cles. Refer to Factory Approved Service...
  • Page 470 –22°F ter. If you are not sure about the water Antifreeze Agent. (–30°C)]. If you use a solution that is more quality, consult an authorized Maybach Before the start of the winter season (or than 55% anticorrosion/antifreeze Studio.

  • Page 471: 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 472: Consumer Information

    Technical data Consumer information The following text is published as re- graded 100. The relative performance of Temperature quired of all manufacturers of passenger tires depends upon the actual conditions The temperature grades are A (the high- cars under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal of their use, however, and may depart est), B, and C, representing the tire’s re- Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the...

  • Page 473: Technical Terms

    See an authorized or windshield wiping. Airmatic DC Maybach Studio for availability. (Airmatic Dual Control) Cockpit BabySmart compatible child seats Automatically selects the optimum All instruments, switches, buttons Special restraint system for children.
  • Page 474 System that electronically checks system's threshold to tighten the seat whether a person entering or driving belts. the vehicle is authorized to do so. It is ->SRS part of the Maybach anti-theft pro- tection program.
  • Page 475 Your personal contact person at locked. Pushing the lock button (Global Positioning System) Maybach Studios for any questions down on an individual door from in- Satellite-based system for relaying you might have regarding your May- side will lock that door.
  • Page 476 Clutch/torque converter both the MON (Motor Octane Num- in serious engine damage that is not ber) and ->RON (Research Octane Transmission covered by the Maybach Limited Number) is posted at the pump, also Warranty. Transfer case known as ANTI-KNOCK INDEX.
  • Page 477 Technical terms Program mode selector switch Used to switch the automatic trans- (Research Octane Number) (Supplemental Restraint System) mission between sport operation S The Research Octane Number for gas- Seat belts, emergency tensioning de- and comfort operation C. oline as determined by a standard- vice and airbags.
  • Page 478 Technical terms Telematics Vehicle level control A combination of the terms "tele- The ground clearance of the vehicle is communications" and "informatics." automatically controlled according to a selected setting and speed. The Tightening torque driver can set the ground clearance Force times lever arm (e.g.

  • Page 479: Index

    BabySmart deactivation system 89 position 194 Right front passenger seat 49 Children 80 Hazard warning flasher 148 Seat 57, 58 Airmatic DC 247, 471 High beam 147 Seat backrest tilt 58 Damping button 28, 29, 248 Immobilizer 104 Seat cushion depth 58...
  • Page 480 Control unit Gear ranges 187 Immobilizer 104 Rear passenger compartment of Gear selector lever position 188 Tow-away alarm 106 Maybach 57 210 Gear shifting malfunctions 191 Armrest Rear passenger compartment of Gearshift pattern 66 Storage compartment in front of Maybach 62 212...
  • Page 481 Index Battery indicator lamp License plate lamps 431, 433 SmartKey 108, 112 Parking lamps 430, 431, 433 BabySmart Beverage holder Rear fog lamp 431 Airbag deactivation system 89, 471 In the rear 39, 41 Side marker lamps 430, 433 Compatible child seats 89, 471 Bi-xenon headlamps 430, 471 Standing lamps 430, 431, 433 Installing/Removing 92...
  • Page 482 Index Cellular phone in the rear 291 Champagne flute holder 271 Cleaning Cradle Setting down champagne flutes 271 Carpet 380 Removing 293 Changing Distronic** system sensor cover 378 Delayed switch-off time 292 Key setting 182 Electrotransparent roof* 382 Holder Vehicle level 249 Gear selector lever 380 Re-inserting 293 Charcoal filter 207...
  • Page 483 Cockpit management and data system Multifunction steering wheel 158 Partition* curtain 29, 47, 48 (COMAND) 472 Navigation menu 168 Power tilt/sliding sunroof (Maybach COMAND 27, 472 Operating 26, 158 57) 222 COMAND see separate operating in- Selecting radio system 163...
  • Page 484 Index Convenience submenu 182 Cup holder 27, 269 Distance warning function** 244 Activating easy-entry/exit Cockpit 269 Distronic** 242 feature 183 In the rear 269 Hazard warning flasher 148 Setting automatic locking 181 Rear Headlamps 75 Setting fold-in function for exterior Cleaning 380 Immobilizer 104 rear view mirrors 184...
  • Page 485 Intermittent warning sound 243 Malfunction indicator lamp 385 Closing the rear doors automatically Switching off 243 Menu 239 from the inside (Maybach 62) 117 Switching on 243 Messages in display 393 Locking knob 117 Symbol in multifunction display 168 Sensor cover 378...
  • Page 486 Index Downhill driving Driving tips To make opaque/transparent with Cruise control 234 Automatic transmission 190 Pocket PC* 324 Downshifting Dual control To open/close the screen with Pocket One-touch gearshifting 186 Airmatic DC 247 PC* 330 Drinking and driving 343 DVD player Emergency call system 294 Driving 63, 68 Compartment for 39, 43, 45, 266, 267...
  • Page 487 Index Engine ETD 86, 473 Flexible Service System (FSS, Canada Compartment 355 Exterior lamp switch 23, 70, 143 vehicles) 473 Message in display 389 Exterior lamps Flexible Service System, Canada vehicles Oils 465 Warning sound 144 (FSS) 373 Turning off Exterior mirror adjustment 31 Fog lamp with KEYLESS-GO** 75...
  • Page 488 Index Front lamps Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. 464 Glare Messages in display 411–412 Functions (control system) 161 From the front 197 Replacing bulbs 430, 432 Fuse box 451, 452 From the sides 197 Switching off 143 Fuse chart 422 Global locking Switching on 143 Fuses 450 KEYLESS-GO** 114...
  • Page 489 Index Head restraint Height adjustments Immobilizer 104 Adjusting 58, 59 Vehicle level 248 Activating 104 Front seats 59 High beam 23, 147 Deactivating 104 Rear seats 129 Lamps 430 Indicator lamps see Lamps, indicator and Headlamp cleaning system 354, 362 Messages in display 411 warning Washer button 23, 192...
  • Page 490 Index Integrated remote control Starting the engine 66 Hand-held transmitter (Garage door Turning off the engine 75 Jump starting 445 opener) 305 Unlocking 53 Interior lamps Unlocking, trunk lid 111, 116 In the rear 46 Kickdown 190, 473 Key see SmartKey or SmartKey with Interior lighting Kilometers/miles in speedometer 175 KEYLESS-GO**...
  • Page 491 Index Coolant 403 Leather upholstery Daytime running lamp mode 145 Distance warning lamp 25 Cleaning 381 Electrotransparent roof* 152 Distronic** 25, 238, 385 Level control button Exterior lamp switch 143 Engine diagnostics 389 Airmatic DC 28, 29, 249 Front fog lamps 146 Engine malfunction 25 Level control system Headliner illumination strips*...
  • Page 492 Messages in display 411, 412 front 149 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** 112 Lowering Interior lighting control in the Trunk 115 Power tilt/sliding sunroof (Maybach rear 152 Lock button on the door handle (KEY- 62) 228, 229 Locking the vehicle 424 LESS-GO**) 76...
  • Page 493 Rear seats 41, 45 Selector lever 396 Standard display 162 Multicontour seats SmartKey 410 Trip computer 169 Rear seats (Maybach 57) 136 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** 409 Vehicle status message memory 171 Rear seats (Maybach 62) 137 Steering oil 415 Microphone 288...
  • Page 494 Partition* 47, 48, 285 Opening button Adding 359 Partition* curtain 29, 47, 48 Trunk lid 108, 112 Checking level 357 Power tilt/sliding sunroof (Maybach Opening in an emergency Consumption 356 57) 222 Power tilt/sliding sunroof 425, 426 Viscosity 473 Power tilt/sliding sunroof (Maybach...
  • Page 495 Index Parts service 454 Maybach 57 310 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF Cradle 310 Paintwork 376 Indicator lamp 27, 89, 390 Holder 310 Panic button 108, 112 Passenger compartment 349 Inserting 310 Parking 74, 345 Fuse box in 452 Removing 310 Parking assist (Parktronic system)
  • Page 496 Index Right rear side window Power tilt/sliding sunroof (Maybach 57) Practical hints Opening/Closing the curtain* 325 Closing 222 First aid kit 422 Selecting main menu Opening 222 Fuses 450 Light 320 Stopping 224 Lamp in center console 390 Manual Adjustments 326...
  • Page 497 Control panel 32 Reconnecting Rear bench seat Maybach 57 32 Vehicle batteries 444 Maybach 57 with rear center seat* 42 Maybach 62 34 Recovery services Maybach 62 with rear center seat* 44 Maybach 62 with partition* 34, 36 For stolen vehicle 303...
  • Page 498 Emergency tensioning device Screwdriver (vehicle tool kit) 422 BabySmart (ETD) 86 Seat Vehicle batteries 443 Seat belt force limiter 86 Adjusting 57, 58 Wheel 438 Seat belts 84 Fore and aft adjustment 58 Replacing Rims (light alloy) 460 Seat heating 138...
  • Page 499 Index Seat cushion depth Service System, Canada vehicles see FSS Speed in cruise control 235 Adjusting 58 Setting Speed in Distronic** 240 Seat cushion tilt Ambient lighting 180 Speedometer display mode 175 Adjusting 58 Convenience functions 182 Temperature (interior) 203, 215 Seat heating 31, 49, 50, 138 Cruise control 234 Temperature indicator 175...
  • Page 500 Index Shoulder support Restoring to factory setting 110, 115 Speed settings Seat adjustment 137 Starting the engine 66 Cruise control 235 Side impact airbags 83 Unlock button 108 Distronic** 240, 241 Side marker lamps 430 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO** Speedometer 25 Replacing bulbs 430, 431, 433 Checking the batteries 110, 116 Displaying gear range 187...
  • Page 501 Windows 220 Refrigerator** 266 Automatic anti-glare rear view Storage compartment/drawer Telephone 266 mirrors 193 Between the front seats (Maybach 62 Under the driver’s seat 262 Automatic central locking (control with partition*) 263 With navigation system DVD system) 181 Storage compartments 41, 45, 258...
  • Page 502 Checking 354, 364 46, 47, 48 Distance warning function** 168 Tire pressure Telematics 476 Synchronizing Warning lamp (Vehicles produced af- Power tilt/sliding sunroof 224, 229 ter approximately November Power tilt/sliding sunroof (Maybach 2003) 25, 386 57) 224, 229 Power windows 220...
  • Page 503 Index Tire speed rating 347, 476 Transmission see Automatic transmis- Trunk lid closing switch 120, 121 Winter tires 371 sion Trunk lid emergency release 123 Tire traction 347 Tread depth (tires) 372 Tumbler holder 270 Tires 363 Trip computer 169 Cleaning 380 Direction of rotation 364 Trip odometer 25...
  • Page 504 Index Useful features Instrument cluster 380 Ashtrays 272 Leather upholstery 381 Umbrella 268 Garage door opener 304 Light alloy wheels 379 Units Storage compartments 258 Ornamental moldings 377 Setting speedometer units 175 Tele Aid 294 Paintwork 376 Setting temperature units 175 Parktronic system sensor 378 Unlock button Plastic and rubber parts 381...
  • Page 505 Index Vehicle status message memory 171 Exterior lamps 144 Single wipe 72 Calling up 171 Parktronic 255 Switching on 71 Displaying 171 Turning off the engine 75 Wiping with windshield washer Vehicle tool kit 422 Warranty coverage 455 fluid 72 Alignment bolt 422 Washer button Winter driving 371...

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