Using the AMG steering wheel to manage or activate advanced braking modes involves leveraging the vehicle's integration with the AMG Performance Steering Wheel's buttons and controls. This functionality typically works in conjunction with the vehicle's advanced braking system (like AMG Dynamic Brake Control, AMG Performance Braking, and Active Brake Assist). Here’s how to effectively use the AMG steering wheel for advanced braking modes:

Steps to Use AMG Steering Wheel for Advanced Braking Modes:

1. Accessing Drive Mode Selector

• AMG vehicles often feature drive mode selectors on the steering wheel that control various performance and safety settings, including braking.
• Press the Drive Mode button (often found on the steering wheel or console) to cycle through the modes. These typically include Comfort, Sport, Sport+, and potentially specific braking modes.

2. Selecting Advanced Braking Modes (e.g., AMG Dynamic Brake Control)

• On the steering wheel, you may have access to AMG Dynamic Select or AMG Performance settings. These systems automatically adjust braking characteristics based on driving conditions and modes.
• In the Sport or Sport+ modes, braking might become more aggressive to provide quicker stops and better handling in high-performance situations.
• For instance, if you have AMG Dynamic Brake Control enabled, pressing the mode button will fine-tune the car’s braking response, depending on the mode you've selected (Comfort, Sport, Race, etc.).

3. Engage AMG Performance Brake Assist for Emergency Braking

• In some AMG models, the Performance Steering Wheel offers a button or toggle for activating AMG Performance Brake Assist, which is designed to optimize braking in emergency situations.
• The Performance Brake Assist can be automatically activated when sudden braking is required or it can be manually set through the wheel’s interface by activating advanced driver assistance systems.
• For example, by pressing the Brake Assist button on the wheel (if equipped), the system helps to apply maximum braking force, improving stopping distance during panic stops.

4. Managing Brake Force Distribution via Steering Wheel

• The AMG steering wheel may allow you to toggle or control brake force distribution using built-in buttons or dials. This could apply to cars with AMG Torque Vectoring or electronic stability programs that modulate brake pressure across each wheel.
• The driver can adjust how the brakes are applied to each individual wheel to enhance handling and stability during aggressive driving or on different surfaces (like wet or slippery roads).

5. Using AMG Carbon Ceramic Brakes (if available)

• AMG Carbon Ceramic Brakes offer superior performance and cooling. When equipped, the AMG steering wheel can help you monitor or activate settings related to these advanced brakes, especially if linked with the vehicle's performance modes.
• Depending on the car, the steering wheel buttons may show visual feedback about brake temperature or condition, ensuring optimal braking force during high-speed driving or track usage.

6. Adjust Brake Pedal Sensitivity via Steering Controls

• On some AMG models, the steering wheel can interact with brake pedal sensitivity settings, allowing you to adjust how sensitive or aggressive the braking feels based on your driving needs.
• This can be adjusted via the AMG Performance Mode settings. In high-performance scenarios (e.g., track mode), the steering wheel might allow you to modify how the brake pedal feels in terms of its feedback, stiffness, and responsiveness to help you tailor braking power to driving conditions.

7. Activate Automatic Braking (Active Brake Assist)

• AMG vehicles are often equipped with Active Brake Assist that automatically activates when a collision risk is detected.
• The steering wheel may not directly engage this feature, but it can provide alerts or feedback (e.g., vibrations or warning lights) when the system is engaged or preparing for activation.
• The Active Brake Assist system works in tandem with the AMG braking system, where steering wheel feedback will indicate whether the vehicle is about to engage emergency braking.

8. Monitoring Brake Performance via Steering Wheel Display

• Some AMG Performance Steering Wheels feature LED displays or integration with the digital dashboard that show braking information, such as brake temperature and performance data.
• While driving at high speeds or on the track, you might see real-time data related to your braking system, including indicators that show whether the braking system is at optimum levels.

9. Adjusting Brake Force Recovery in Hybrid AMG Models

• For AMG models equipped with hybrid systems (like the AMG GT 63 S E Performance), the steering wheel can also control regenerative braking settings.
• You can adjust the amount of regenerative braking force used to recharge the battery by activating it through the steering wheel controls. This is useful for maintaining braking efficiency while driving efficiently in Eco or Hybrid modes.

Conclusion:

Using the AMG steering wheel for advanced braking modes allows you to seamlessly adjust the vehicle’s braking characteristics and optimize control in various driving conditions. Whether you're switching between driving modes (Comfort, Sport, Race), activating emergency braking assistance, or fine-tuning brake force distribution, the steering wheel plays an integral role in providing immediate, intuitive access to the vehicle’s braking systems. This setup ensures that you can maintain control, responsiveness, and efficiency, enhancing both safety and performance during your driving experience.