Mercedes-AMG SL R232 coding: hidden features

Link ambient lighting to drive mode

The ambient colour follows the selected drive mode, for example red in Sport and a calm colour in Comfort.

CodingLikely possibleModules: Ambient lighting control

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

Full adaptive high beam (ILS+/IHC+)

Activates the adaptive high beam function that keeps oncoming traffic out of the light beam, on cars with the matching headlights.

CodingLikely possibleModules: Headlight control units

Only if the headlights have the hardware; on EU cars it is often already standard.

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level; Multibeam/Digital Light hardware must be fitted

Digital Light – lock and unlock animations

Selects extra light animations of the Digital Light headlights when opening and closing the car.

CodingLikely possibleModules: Headlight control units

Dealer software updates may overwrite the setting.

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level; Digital Light headlights

Comfort indicator flash count

Sets how many times the indicator flashes on a short tap of the stalk, for example three or five times.

CodingLikely possibleModules: SAM / lighting control

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

Daytime running lights – menu setting

Adjusts daytime running light behaviour within legal limits. The final setting is agreed in the workshop.

CodingLikely possibleBy agreement

Lighting is regulated: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

Side marker lights – adjust (import)

Adapts the side marker lights of imported cars to the European specification.

CodingLikely possibleModules: Lighting control

Condition: Imported cars (US/Canada spec)

AMG menu and performance screens in MBUX

Shows the AMG menus with performance data such as power, torque and engine data on variants where they are not visible by default.

CodingLikely possibleModules: HU (MBUX head unit), IC (instrument cluster)

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level; AMG variants

Extra modes in Dynamic Select

Adds driving modes to the selector such as Sport+, and on some variants Off-road or Snow, where the hardware supports it.

CodingLikely possibleModules: IC, HU, Dynamic Select

Condition: AMG variants and Dynamic Select cars

Remember drive mode or choose default

The car remembers the last drive mode or always starts in the mode you choose.

CodingLikely possible

Condition: AMG variants and Dynamic Select cars

AMG Race and Drift mode

Makes extra AMG driving programs available for track use on variants with the right drivetrain.

CodingChecked at diagnosis

Intended for track or closed-road use only.

Condition: AMG variants with AWD; availability depends on hardware

Exhaust flap control via steering buttons

Lets you control the exhaust flap or exhaust sound with buttons on the steering wheel.

CodingLikely possible

Mind sound regulations and your surroundings.

Condition: Cars with switchable exhaust (AMG)

AMG Track Pace and telemetry

Makes the AMG lap time and telemetry function available in the multimedia system.

CodingLikely possibleModules: HU

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

AMG-style instrument cluster (Supersport)

Activates the sporty AMG display in the digital instrument cluster, including a speedometer with a larger scale.

CodingLikely possibleModules: IC (instrument cluster)

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

Different start-up screen in MBUX

Selects the start-up screen and animation of the system, for example the AMG version, within what the model allows.

CodingLikely possibleModules: HU (head unit)

A display choice only; it does not change the model or trim of the car.

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

360° camera stays on longer

Sets the speed and duration at which the surround camera stays active.

CodingLikely possibleModules: Camera control

Condition: Cars with 360 camera

Adapt imported car to European settings

Adapts region settings such as radio, map region, language and units for imported cars.

CodingLikely possibleModules: HU, IC

The map region may require a map licence.

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

Change units (kW/hp, bar/psi, °C)

Changes the units for power, tyre pressure, temperature and consumption.

CodingLikely possibleModules: IC, HU

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

Lane assist – remember setting

Remembers the lane assist choice from the previous drive. Where regulation requires the system to be on at every start, the legal alternatives are discussed first.

CodingLikely possibleBy agreement

Safety or assistance function: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

Traffic light, stop sign and crosswalk assist

Enables warnings for traffic lights, stop signs and pedestrian crossings on cars with the driving assistance package.

CodingLikely possibleModules: Driving assistance control unit

Only where sensors and map data are present; may depend on country.

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level; with Driving Assistance package

Active lane change assist

Enables active lane change on cars that already have the required radar and camera. What is allowed depends on regulation.

CodingLikely possibleBy agreementModules: Driving assistance (K32/K46 variant)

Safety or assistance function: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level; with Driving Assistance package

Tyre pressure monitoring – learn after retrofit

Teaches the sensors after tyre pressure monitoring has been retrofitted, or after tyres or wheels are changed.

RetrofitChecked at diagnosisModules: TPMS control

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

360° camera retrofit

Installs a surround camera and codes it, on cars that have prepared connections.

RetrofitChecked at diagnosisModules: Camera control, HU

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

Adaptive cruise control (Distronic) retrofit

Adds adaptive cruise control by combining radar and software, where the car allows it.

RetrofitChecked at diagnosisModules: Radar, Driving assist

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

Start-stop – remember last setting

The car remembers whether you switched start-stop off on the previous drive, so you no longer need to press the button at every start.

CodingLikely possibleBy agreementModules: CPC, EZS

Safety or assistance function: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.

Condition: ICE and hybrid models; not applicable to EQ cars

Dashcam starts recording automatically

The built-in dashcam starts recording by itself after every start and shows the speed in the recording.

CodingLikely possibleModules: HU

Privacy and recording rules are the owner's responsibility.

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level; Dashcam function present

Seatbelt reminder – adjust

Adjusts the seatbelt reminder, for example for a passenger seat that is often unoccupied. The final setting is agreed in the workshop.

CodingLikely possibleBy agreementModules: Restraint / seat occupancy, IC

Safety or assistance function: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

Speed warning chime – adjust

The overspeed chime can be adjusted. A legal shortcut on some models is holding the mute button; anything further is discussed beforehand.

CodingLikely possibleBy agreementModules: IC

Safety or assistance function: the final setting is agreed in the workshop.

We agree the exact setting with you in the workshop.

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

Engine sound via the speakers

Adjusts the artificially added engine sound in the cabin or enables extra sound profiles where the car supports it.

CodingChecked at diagnosisModules: HU

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

Acoustic lock confirmation

Switches the beep on locking and unlocking on or off, where it is not already in the menu.

CodingChecked at diagnosis

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

Flash confirmation when locking and unlocking

The indicators give a short light confirmation when locking and unlocking.

CodingLikely possibleModules: SAM / lighting control

Condition: MBUX 2/3 (NTG7): online-signed coding (SCN, stable internet), available options depend on software level

Air suspension – height button and behaviour

Makes ride-height adjustment available in the menu and adjusts behaviour, for example at speed.

CodingChecked at diagnosisModules: AIRMATIC control

Condition: Cars with AIRMATIC / air suspension