The AMG Driving Assistance Package in Mercedes-AMG vehicles comes with a range of features that help enhance safety, convenience, and performance. These features can be conveniently controlled using the steering wheel buttons. Below is a guide on how to use the steering wheel buttons to activate and adjust various functions within the AMG Driving Assistance Package:

1. Adaptive Cruise Control (DISTRONIC)

• Activating Adaptive Cruise Control: To activate the adaptive cruise control (DISTRONIC), press the button located on the steering wheel that resembles a speedometer or a cruise control icon.
• Adjusting Speed: Once activated, use the up and down arrows on the steering wheel to increase or decrease the desired speed.
• Distance Adjustment: The distance control button allows you to adjust the following distance to the vehicle ahead, typically displayed with a car icon and dashed lines. Press the button to cycle through available distance settings.

2. Lane Keeping Assist (Active Lane Keeping Assist)

• Activating Lane Keeping Assist: Press the button that has an icon representing lanes and a steering wheel. This will activate Lane Keeping Assist, which helps the vehicle stay within its lane.
• Adjusting Sensitivity: On some models, you can adjust the steering sensitivity for Lane Keeping Assist using the steering wheel controls. This may include options for how forcefully the system nudges the vehicle back into its lane.

3. Active Steering Assist

• Activating Active Steering Assist: To enable Active Steering Assist, press the button with an icon showing a steering wheel. This feature helps correct the vehicle's path if it detects unintentional lane departure or slight steering misalignment.
• Deactivating: You can deactivate it by pressing the same button again or by taking manual control of the steering wheel.

4. Blind Spot Assist

• Activating Blind Spot Assist: This feature is typically activated by pressing a button on the steering wheel that has an icon of a car with a radiating line or dot to represent the detection area.
• Adjusting Blind Spot Warning: Some vehicles allow you to adjust the sensitivity or alert type of the Blind Spot Assist via the steering wheel controls.

5. Traffic Sign Recognition

• View Traffic Signs: You can toggle the display of traffic sign information using a button that typically has an image of a speed limit sign. This will allow you to view speed limits, stop signs, or other regulatory signs detected by the system.

6. Active Brake Assist with Cross-Traffic Function

• Enabling Active Brake Assist: This safety feature will be automatically enabled when the vehicle is started. If you need to manually adjust settings (like collision warning sensitivity), it can be done via the steering wheel button associated with the system.
• Adjusting Sensitivity: Some models allow you to fine-tune the sensitivity of the Active Brake Assist to detect impending collisions with traffic ahead or cross traffic.

7. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC PLUS

• Adjusting Distance: You can use the steering wheel buttons to increase or decrease the distance between your vehicle and the one ahead. The DISTRONIC system automatically adjusts speed based on traffic conditions, but manual adjustment through the steering wheel can fine-tune the behavior.

8. Evasive Steering Assist

• Activating Evasive Steering Assist: The Evasive Steering Assist is typically activated automatically under specific conditions (like emergency braking or severe steering input). You can adjust the steering sensitivity of this system through the steering wheel to make sure it responds to emergency maneuvers if a collision risk is detected.

9. Parking Assistance Features (Parktronic & 360° Camera)

• Activating Parking Assistance: For some AMG models, the parking assist system can be accessed through the steering wheel button with a parking icon. This will activate Parktronic or assist with parking sensors.
• 360° Camera View: You can switch the view of your 360-degree camera system through the controls on the steering wheel for a better overview while parking.

10. Driver Assistance Status Display

• Display Vehicle’s Assistance Features: The steering wheel allows you to check the status of various driving assistance systems (active, standby, or deactivated) on the instrument cluster or head-up display.
• Quick Access: A dedicated button on the wheel lets you quickly access or cycle through the driving assistance features without navigating through menus in the infotainment system.

General Steps to Use Steering Wheel Buttons for Driving Assistance Package:

1. Locate the Correct Button: Most of the driving assistance buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel, often clustered with buttons for cruise control, lane assist, and distance management.
2. Press and Hold or Tap for Activation: Some systems may require a press and hold, while others will simply activate with a single tap. The button’s icon will illuminate or blink to indicate activation.
3. Adjust Settings Using Toggle Buttons: Use the up/down toggle arrows or scroll buttons on the steering wheel to fine-tune settings like cruise control speed, following distance, or lane-keeping intensity.
4. Monitor Changes in Display: The instrument cluster or head-up display will show real-time updates regarding the status of each system, such as when adaptive cruise control or lane-keeping assist is engaged.
5. Deactivation: To deactivate any feature, simply press the respective button again. For certain features like lane assist, simply steering the vehicle manually will deactivate it temporarily.

Conclusion:

Using the steering wheel buttons for the AMG Driving Assistance Package allows you to manage a wide range of safety, convenience, and performance features without taking your hands off the wheel. This ensures that you can maintain focus on the road while easily adjusting systems like adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, and more. The steering wheel provides quick access to these functions, making it easier to adapt to changing driving conditions and enhance both safety and driving enjoyment.