Adjusting the AMG Real Performance Sound via the steering wheel typically involves interacting with the vehicle’s sound system and performance settings, which can be done through steering wheel-mounted controls that interface with the MBUX infotainment system. However, it's important to note that AMG Real Performance Sound is a feature designed to enhance the auditory experience of the vehicle by manipulating the sounds of the engine and exhaust, often through the Active Sound system or exhaust flaps.

While the AMG steering wheel doesn't usually control the sound system directly, it can be used to toggle or fine-tune the settings that influence the performance sound, usually by adjusting driving modes or controlling vehicle settings that impact sound output.

Steps to Adjust AMG Real Performance Sound Using Steering Wheel:

1. Activate Performance Mode

AMG vehicles typically offer a selection of driving modes that adjust vehicle performance and sound characteristics. These modes can influence exhaust notes, engine sound, and overall driving dynamics.

• AMG Dynamic Select (or similar system) lets you switch between driving modes such as Comfort, Sport, Sport+, and Race.
• The AMG steering wheel is equipped with buttons or dials that allow you to switch between these driving modes:
  • Drive Mode Selector: This is usually located on the steering wheel or near the wheel. Press the button to cycle through modes.
  • Sport or Sport+ modes typically increase the intensity of the AMG Real Performance Sound, making the engine and exhaust sound more aggressive.
  • Comfort or Eco modes will soften the sound to make the vehicle quieter and more refined.

To adjust AMG Real Performance Sound:

• Use the drive mode selector on the steering wheel to switch to a more dynamic driving mode like Sport or Sport+, which enhances the engine and exhaust sound.

2. Adjust Sound Settings in the Infotainment System

• While the steering wheel itself doesn't typically adjust sound levels directly, it can be used to navigate through the MBUX infotainment system where the AMG Real Performance Sound can be modified.
• Steering wheel controls such as buttons or touchpads can help you navigate the screen to find the sound settings:
  1. Press the menu button or touchpad to access the MBUX system.
  2. Go to Vehicle Settings or AMG Settings.
  3. Look for options related to AMG Real Performance Sound or Active Sound. In some models, you may see a dedicated option to adjust the intensity or characteristics of the engine sound.
  4. Adjust the settings to your preference, such as making the sound louder, more aggressive, or softer.

3. Exhaust Sound Settings (If Available)

Many modern AMG models come with an active exhaust system, which allows the car's sound to vary depending on the driving mode or specific settings.

• Steering Wheel Controls: Some AMG vehicles might offer exhaust sound management settings through the steering wheel, often via a dedicated button or control.
• Exhaust Flap Control: You can enable or disable the exhaust flaps, which allow the sound to be more pronounced in higher-performance modes like Sport+ or Race.

4. Fine-Tuning via AMG Menu on the Infotainment System

In some AMG models, you may be able to access a more fine-tuned control over the sound system and adjust the balance between engine sound, exhaust notes, and other vehicle-related acoustics:

• Performance Sound Settings: In the AMG-specific menu (accessed through MBUX), you can fine-tune the engine sound intensity, the exhaust note, and other dynamic sound parameters.
• Use the steering wheel touchpad or buttons to scroll through these options and adjust to your preference.

5. Active Sound Control

Some AMG models feature Active Sound technology, which synthesizes a performance sound through the car’s audio system. This can be controlled in the following ways:

• Drive Mode Adjustments: By using the AMG driving mode selector (via the steering wheel), you can switch to Sport+ or Race mode, where the Active Sound becomes more pronounced.
• Infotainment Sound Control: Adjust the Active Sound volume or intensity through the MBUX system or vehicle settings. In some cases, this can also be controlled via the steering wheel’s multimedia controls to navigate to the sound settings.

Summary of Steering Wheel Functions for Adjusting AMG Real Performance Sound:

1. Drive Mode Selector: Use the steering wheel-mounted drive mode selector to switch between modes that affect the engine and exhaust sound. More aggressive modes like Sport and Race increase the volume and aggressiveness of the sound.
2. Steering Wheel Buttons: Some models allow access to exhaust sound or performance sound features through buttons on the wheel to adjust the intensity or characteristics of the sound.
3. MBUX Navigation: Use the steering wheel controls to navigate the MBUX system to find sound-related settings in Vehicle Settings or AMG Performance settings, adjusting the sound levels or intensity.
4. Exhaust Flap Control: If available, use the steering wheel buttons or infotainment system to manage exhaust flap operation, which controls the exhaust note and loudness.

Conclusion:

While the AMG steering wheel doesn’t directly adjust AMG Real Performance Sound, it provides the tools to influence the sound through the drive mode selector, navigation buttons, and controls that interact with the MBUX system. By selecting more dynamic driving modes like Sport or Race, or adjusting exhaust and sound settings in the infotainment system, you can fine-tune your vehicle's engine and exhaust sound to create a more aggressive or refined auditory experience. The steering wheel essentially enables you to access and modify the driving modes and settings that impact the car's sound, providing a more immersive driving experience.