What is DYNAMIC SELECT? | Petrol & Diesel
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- Ever wondered what the words DYNAMIC SELECT mean on your centre console or dashboard? This video covers it all with this video focusing on Petrol on Diesel Models.
If you own a Plug-in Hybrid like an A 250e or an All-Electric model like an EQA, DYNAMIC SELECT will differ slightly so see the below videos for info on how they work:
Plug-in Hybrids:
• What is DYNAMIC SELECT...
All-Electric Vehicle:
• What is DYNAMIC SELECT...
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:48 Locating Dynamic Select
1:58 Comfort
2:16 Eco
3:36 Sport
4:16 Sport+
4:51 Individual
5:45 Slippery & Race (AMG's)
7:27 Offroad
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Thanks once again Nick, I wasn’t aware of the glide mode in eco.
Thanks to you I’m learning all the time. Thank you for your time Nick
Literally was going to search one of your videos about this topic. Great synchronicity!
Aha awesome! That was good timing! 🤓
Hi Nick, always learning good stuff from your vlogs. Thanks 🙏
Thank you Jag! 🤓
Clear as day, so useful! Thanks, Nick!
No problem! Glad you liked it! 🤓
Happy Friday! Great video as usual! Thanks Nick :)
Thanks Ahmed! 🤓
Thank you for this video Nick. When I bought my GLC300 two years ago, the manual was rather vague on this subject. Your expansion on it is extremely helpful. Cheers!
No problem Greg! 🤓
Always learning with you Nick. Thank you
Thanks F N!
I enjoy your videos very much Nick,!. You speak so clearly, Thankyou for sharing
Thank you! 🙏🙏
Thank you for the video! I was on a test drive today, trying the E class. It was fantastic! Greetings from Budapest!
Ah no problem! Glad you liked it! How did you find the E-Class?
@@npoleary It was fantastic, smooth, elegant and quiet. Your videos helped, so I was able to drive right away. Maybe I can buy one this year. (A 3-4 years old one)
Aha awesome thank you! 🙏
I know E-Class’s are so smooth on the road 👌🏼
Another great and informative video mate 😀
Thanks Daz! 🤓
Thanks Nick. Your videos are very informative and clear. I have learnt to use my Mercedes’ vehicles more efficiently with your tips.
Thank you! 🙏🙏🙏
I’ll keep the videos coming!
Well explained just as we come to expect from nick,
Thanks James! 😊
This video was very helpful as a new Mercedes driver . Thanks!
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it! 🤓
Excellent video again. Looking forward and hopefully soon you covering the plug in hybrid. Regards
Hey HannahBP, absolutely! Keep your eyes peeled 👀
@@npoleary thanks m8, driving GLE 350 de absolutely dream to drive. i wish they have added some sort of fake noisy when driving at a low speed in electric mode.
There is some noise actually outside of the car, just sounds like tyre noise. You’ll hear it when initially starting but as soon as you go above around about 15-20mph, the actual tyre noise takes over.
Great vid! Keep them coming plz
Thanks Smiley786! 🤓
Didn't know about the coasting in ECO mode thanks Nick 👍 😀
*It's not in **_Comfort Mode_** but ECO*
@@GrrMeister trust me on my GLA45 it coasts/glides in Comfort mode.
I don’t have Eco…. But I do have Sport and Sport+ which gives the most smile inducing pops on the upshifts. Aided and abetted by 375hp and about 23 mpg 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@@GrrMeister oh yea I've changed it now. CHEERS
Yes actually I should have mentioned in the video everyone, some Mercedes-AMG’s don’t have Eco mode but the coasting is found on Comfort instead 🤓
Great video Nick
Thank you! 🙏
Great info! I like mixing it up. Moving to eco mode more.
Thank you 🙏 glad you enjoyed the video!
Thanks for the explanation on "individual" mode.
No problem! 🤓
Great video Nick. I’d love to see an A35 or A45 detailed video. I know you have covered aspects already but a full review to cover the unique features the car offers would be great, would probably open up a new audience too!😁
Hey Mel affair,
Oh I’d love to film the Mercedes-AMG A35. Sadly though, they get snapped up before I get a chance!
I’ve covered the A 45 already :p
th-cam.com/video/p2WOTSOfcKc/w-d-xo.html
Another informative video. I had no idea about the glide mode. Sport mode makes such a difference in my E Class. I've never used Sport+ as I thought it might turn off traction control. Now I know it doesn't.
Thanks World of Randometry 😝
Glad you liked the video!
Never thought to use economy mode in winter, cheers Yoda Nick.
Haha thanks Simon 😇
Yoda Nick 😅 gets me every time
@@npoleary you’re a star. Because of pandemic I’m still learning my cars functions. Clever you are.
Haha thanks Simon 🤓
Thank you man.
No worries!
It is very useful
Very usefull. Nice work (as usual).
I thought ESP would be off in Sport+ but as I understand from your video it is not.
Thanks Jesper!
No I know in some other manufacturers it turns it off but it remains on in Mercedes unless you go to race modes on some AMG’s 🤓
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Waiting for the Hybrid one now. The glide was new for me.
Hybrid one is in the works! 👀
Could you do a full video on the speed limiter, cruise control etc? I never managed to have it shown to me when driving due to covid.
Hey Stryker, thanks for the suggestion! I’ve added it to the list for potential future videos! 🤓
Great channel, Nick. I'm obviously a fan. Wondering if you could do a video on Mercedes "normal" operating engine/oil/coolant temperatures? Seems engines these days (AMG inclusive) are getting hotter!
Hey Jonathan, awh thank you!
Honestly I’ve never really given it much notice, are they a lot hotter? I know the temp dial usually sits in the middle somewhere but I haven’t looked at the exact temperature in °C
@@npoleary Being a new GLB 35 owner myself, it was scary to see engine oil temps reaching +114C during "soft" city driving. I searched the internet and forums but never found anything that I could rely on (and most forum discussions are outdated anyways). Assuming a majority of your viewers are new Mercedes owners, thought it would be a topic of interest. Just a thought :)
Hmmm, honestly I’m no expert of engine oil temperatures but I’m sure if there was something wrong, the car would quite visibly say on the screen.
If you’re worried though Jonathan, give your local Mercedes a shout and they can check it over for you 🤓
I’m no expert but I would not think 114 degrees is too hot for an oil temperature but I’d take Nick’s advice and at least phone my dealer service department for improving my knowledge at least.
Hi Nick, thanks for another great video. I do have a question. Can you switch between the different drive mode while you’re moving down the highway? Or do you need to stop and then switch to a different mode and start driving again?
Hey snuggles03,
Yes of course, you can change these modes while driving no problem. It’ll adjust to the new mode instantly 🤓
Thanks for the great video. Do the Sport and Sport plus modes lower your car?
Only if you have a model that has adjustable suspension like AIRMATIC.
It’s quite rare, but if you don’t then it’ll just do the gearbox, engine and steering weight for most models.
Hi Nick,
some little additions to the ECO Gliding that I have noticed. Maybe you can confirm?
One you covered it in general by stating “… if no traffic… “ and in fact, the Gliding will only work when driving manually and if no vehicle is in a previously selected ‘spacing’ from the Distronic system.
Further, if exiting from a speed controlled part of your drive with the cancel switch on the steering wheel, the gliding mode will not come automatically even if in ECO. You would need to tap momentarily on the gas pedal to reactivate gliding.
On another note… when switching between ECO, COMFORT, SPORT etc, does the power output of the engine really change, or is it more the way the power is delivered that make us feel the engine has more or less HP?? (besides shifting and suspension characteristics)
A certain rpm gives a certain power or?
I seem to recall that with ECO selected, the car still has full power available for top speed, just need to push pedal somewhat further.
Looking forward to next weeks episodes of these great videos.
As non-native speaker, my apologies if I have misunderstood something.
Cheers,
Tom
Hey Tom, yes I think that’s right, I haven’t used Distronic for a long time but I’m sure that’s for all models where it’ll work only once the accelerator has been used and then your foot taken off.
The different drive modes just control how responsive it is and quickly it’ll change through the gears. Technically speaking if you went to the kickdown in Eco, it would give you max power but would not change gear as quickly because you’re not in sport.
Hope that makes sense 🤓
Hi Nick, great video once again. Do the different modes GLA200, affect the ride height ?
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
Ah that depends on the spec, most don’t have adjustable suspension, but some might so just check with Mercedes if you’re not sure on the car you’re looking at.
Hope that helps!
Thanks for the video Nick, much easier than trying to find stuff in the owner’s manual. Can I have your job please? I would really like to spend my day jumping in and out of brand new Mercedes and fiddling with all the gadgets.
No worries Martin! Glad you enjoy the videos! I’ll keep em coming!
One thing missed here that might be important to know. Traction control is partly disabled in sport plus so be careful when you put the power down.
I drive in Comfort 100% of the time. 🙂
Yeah I think most people do tbh!
But there if you need to change it! 🤓
Hi Nick, is there any way to select a setting (eg ECO ) and not have it reset to Comfort when you start your car?
Hey Zaosh, unfortunately no it has to start in it’s default mode in comfort. That would be good though!
Gr8! video once again. Tnx for explaining the ‘Glide’ mode. There’s always something to learn on your channel. Ever grateful Nick.🇲🇹👍🇬🇧P.S. One question. Can it be programmed to remember to stay on Eco automatically or do I have to change from C every trip? Joseph
Thanks Joseph! Glad you like all of the videos! 🤓
Unfortunately no, all cars start in their default mode and in Mercedes case they start in the mode called comfort.
@@npoleary Tnx Nick, I realised you had already explained it got to do with green rules to stop boy racers always staying in S+ 🙄 after I watched more of your gr8 videos; so apologies for wasting your precious time. 👍
No worries that’s okay :)
You’re not wasting my time, happy to help!
Thank you so very much for this video, you are a life-saver.
I was never aware of these modes until my Mercedes-Benz AMG returned from the Mercedes-Benz main dealer after some servicing, with a mysterious “S+” on the dashboard, that I’d never seen before.
The Owners Manual and internet were never able to explain this, but your video was able to explain all the points.
Question: It appears that I have always been running the Mercedes-Benz on “Comfort” mode. Which mode which is best for the overall health of the car, and will the “S+” mode cause any long-term stress or damage on the car?
Thank you for your help. 😊
Thanks Simon! Glad you enjoyed it!
I’d sadly a variety of all modes to use of the engine’s capabilities (driving in lower RPM’s in Eco and Higher ones in Sport etc).
Those modes are so useful if you need to overtake someone or something though!
Thanks Nick for the reply, really appreciated!
The video was really clear and easy to understand, with all the modes covered, and really helped as the information wasn’t covered in the manual, or anywhere else on the Internet.
Hope you have a great weekend! 😊
Awesome thanks! 🙏
And you! 🤓
I've got an A class hatchback AMG line executive. Would I be able to get the instrument cluster to show the Rev counter as well?
Hey Imran, the display on the executive package gives you a 10.25” screen in the middle of your dashboard but for your instrument cluster it’s 7” so it can only display one dial at a time.
If you swipe up & down on your steering wheel on the side closest to your door you can view the different views etc that are available.
Hope that helps!
Hi Nick!
Been looking at your videos and i just received my new mercedes, a 2021 A-class AMG mannual transmission . I noticed i have dynamic select as an option, with comfort and sport but i can't for the life of me find what this means to me with manual transmission. What exactly mechanically is happening when i switch between the two. Any chance you could direct me in the right direction?
Ooo very nice! So what this will do is give you more power from the engine in your sport mode.
Sport mode offers Rev matching (if I remember) when downshifting.
Try it next time you’re out, in Comfort at 40mph, drop down to 3rd gear. Then get back up to speed, then try it in sport mode.
The engine will Rev up matching it meaning a super smooth gear change.
Hope that helps!
I change mine to individual every time as I have set it up for sports steering. I prefer the slightly extra weighting of the wheel and comfort for me is just too light. Off topic again slightly but `I have just learnt something this week given this is my first Mercedes and perhaps you can correct if wrong. If you come to a halt with a dual clutch auto it disengages until you pull away which is different to a torque converter auto. A few times I have been nearly caught out when the car rolls slightly backwards if you aren't careful before engaging again particularly if its gone into stop/start. I now make sure I press the brake pedal to get "hold" if Im not already just covering the brake. Its the first car I have experienced this with.
Aha
I’ll be honest Matthew I’m not too clued up on dual clutches and torque converters but yes if you use the hold mode on a hill this definitely helps that. It’s quite surprising how many people don’t know about the hold mode! 🤓
My first Merc too (CLA) and I’ve had same issue too but you get used to it. Staying alert is not a bad thing so the glass is half full and filling up.😉
@@josephbuhagiar6532 its just a bit weird when you haven't come across it before because you expect it to hold but as you say you get used to it
In the older Mercedes one should be off throttle while changing the driving mode. Is this still necessary in the newer models? TIA
Hey Maxell, no you don’t need to do that, they’re good to change at any speed even if you’re accelerating 👍🏼
Thank you for spending your time to educate us , especially, in the case of new owners of Mec Benz. I have a question to ask and that is, I used to feel lighter on the steering wheels when picked up my car but now I have changed the system so much that I lost track of having a lighter steering wheel. Could you please advice how can I go back to that mode. Thank you
Thank you! Glad you’re enjoying them!
Well with Mercedes from what I’ve seen, cars will always default to their default mode called Comfort which has lighter steering. You can change it once it’s started usually via a Sport mode button or Dynamic Select.
If you don’t think something’s right though defo get in touch Mercedes and they can check it out for you 🤓
@npoleary thank you for your prompt reply. The problem I am facing or rather a confusing thing is, I doubt my mercedes me app has bugged the mode select in the car, so even if I switch off the engine and restart the car by then which by default is in comfort mode, steering wheel and thr acceleration paddle is still stiff
So the dynamic select will always start in a car’s default mode, in Mercedes it’s comfort. Sadly you can’t change this but you can change it straight away after starting.
As I mentioned if you don’t think something’s right definitely get in touch with them and they’ll be able to help! 🤓
ive got a 2017 GLA 220d with Offroad package, will the suspension raise on that? i cant say ive noticed when i switch to Offroad using Dynamic Select
Hey Craig, no unfortunately it won’t raise or lower on GLA’s. It mainly changes the 4MATIC set up and reduces the power to cope with off road driving 🤓
@@npoleary Thanks for that - appreciate it.
It can be more detailed in the first half of the video. Those you explained are almost self-explanatory as shown in the car screen. More info can be explained , Eg. What is the difference between esp on and off in sport and sport plus ? How does esp affect driving performance ?
Hey LCJ LCJ, don’t worry ESP is always on in all modes in most models. Most commonly it’ll be adjusted in AMG’s where it’ll usually switch off/ reduced in race modes. You can check on the screen, as you adjust Dynamic Select, it’ll show on the centre screen if it changes anything like that.
ESP basically adjusts how much the wheels spin and it stands for Electronic Stability Control. In most cases you wouldn’t need to switch it off but it stops the wheels from spinning where there isn’t much traction.
Great video! Planing to buy a new cla, any advice about chosing petrol or diesel? I find that there is difference for example the engine sound and I personaly perfer diesel version, but the tax on a diesel vehicle is like crazy here in Sweden...
Honestly up to you! Petrol engines are more economical than ever but if you wanted the extra MPG then diesels are always good on that front.
I guess it depends on the journeys you do and of course the price of fuel in Sweden 🤓
@@npoleary Thanks for your reply! Again, really nice videos you have made, great job!
Thank you! 😎
I appreciate the information. When it comes to comfort mode is is normal for it to start in first gear ? Or is there a reason for it to start in first gear . When the car is on and running it reverts back to its normal 2nd gear at a stop
Thank you! Yes most cars will start in first gear although some higher powered engines may pull away in 2nd due to their powerful engine
Hi..Nick.. What happens in eco mode, if I do kick down to over take other cars quickly. Does it work like in Sport mode? Or do I have to change to Sport mode before I do kick down.
Kick down will always give you max power where it can but you may find the gear changes might not be that snappy as in Sport mode 🤓
Hey Nick. How do I lift the windscreen wipers in order to wash the windscreen? The rear wiper is also difficult to move. Help please
Hey EJRicketts, I have covered that in one of my previous Tips & Tricks videos 🤓
th-cam.com/video/ZROT4BlEnoA/w-d-xo.html
It depends on your model for the rear, typically they just click into position by pulling them slightly away from the glass.
Which model & year do you have?
@@npoleary glb 200. 2021. I worked out the front wipers and I think the rear just pulls out like you said. Thanks very much. You are great.
What about factors like ABS (or whatever it's called nowadays) - are they turned off in Sport or Sport+?
On Mercedes ABS and ESP are on unless it was on a Race Mode in an AMG.
You can however switch this off manually if you want to change have it off for that driving session
@@npoleary Thanks, Nick!
Eco mode is not good for speeds on the motorway. The car feels like it has too little traction and grip.
I change to sport mode at the lights when an audi driver pulls up
Is there no way to change the "default" dynamic selection to something other than Comfort, so that I dont have to change it every time I start the car?
Hey poptya, sadly no :(
All cars have to start in their default mode which in Mercedes is the Dynamic Select mode called Comfort. You can change it shortly after switching it on though 🤓
Do a review on the New CLA 45
I would love to! I just genuinely haven’t seen one yet :(
If I do see one though and get my hands on one 👀
Hi Nick, I just got a C300dh. Three things I noticed. 1. It’s not quiet. 2. It only starts on battery & drives for about 10 meters and diesel kicks in. 3. On a full tank with occasional around city drives, it’s already on half tank after 10 days. Are these normal?
Hey Maxwell, ooo nice!
Just to confirm which model is it? Is it a C300h, C350e, or C300e or C300de.
All are very different!
It’s a C300h Diesel Hybrid 2016
Ah a C300h does not have All-Electric driving, it’s kind of a like a mild hybrid. Plug-in hybrids are the ones where you can drive on electric 🤓
A hybrid like a C300h just improves your MPG by assisting the engine with pulling away and turning off when it can.
I have a w213 my 2020 and she's got agility control suspension with selective dampers. When I change driving modes, I can see engine, steering and esp changes displayed on infotainment screen but not the suspension as in airmatic. So can I say my car would not firm up suspension upon switching to sports mode or sport+? Thank you.
Hey Aung, this will just be a self levelling suspension. AIRMATIC is the one that you can adjust on Dynamic Select so sadly anything without AIRMATIC you can’t adjust.
Thanks for the answer Nick and great video as always!!
I have the impression that it also affects the distance warning. Is this correct?
Hey Henrik, it won’t directly affect Active Brake Assist (red warning triangle on the dashboard). On Mercedes models with NTG 5.5 COMAND and newer (including MBUX) you can adjust that distance warning in the settings menu 🤓
This is slightly different if you have the Driving Assistance Package where the Active Distance Assist will be adjusted on Dynamic Select, but again red warning triangle is adjusted in the settings menu 🤓
Hope that helps!
Hi Nick. I have a problem with c43 2017 sound system. It has a delay on it when using, takes ages for it to do anything. Sometimes when playing my music it cuts out. Would you know if hard reset would sort this out?
Maybe…I mean there will always be a delay when playing over Bluetooth but it shouldn’t cut out though.
You could try it, if not just get on touch with your local Mercedes and I’m sure they’ll be able to help!
@@npoleary Hi Nick
Thank you for replying back. I’ll keep you updated
Until how many kilometres can you drive your A35 AMG fast and when does the engine up im asking like when can you fully drive it fast
Hey Rishi,
Not sure I fully understand your question, but all A35’s have a running in period of 1,000 miles. During this time it’s not advisable to go over 4,500RPM, not above 85mph, or go to the kickdown on the accelerator pedal. After the running period, top speed of an A35 is 155mph.
Thank you Nick
I have a c200, 2018 model in sri lanka. How do I use voice control for navigation
Hey Shanaka, if you have it, you can just press the voice button and speak a command shown on the screen.
Enter postcode
Last destinations
or
Next track
Etc
There’s loads to choose from🤓
Following a recent MBUX software update What 3 Words navigation does not work. Has it been removed as a function?
Hey Alan, not that I know of! I’ve just tried it and it works fine here.
It does take a minute to connect to the internet after you’ve turned it on but also another thing to try would be to check your Mercedes me settings & services. These are found on the website (top right) and also on the app (top left).
@@npoleary Thanks got it working again by sending what3words address from my phone then retried hi Mercedes and it responded ok. All my favourites had to be deleted and redone after the update as well. Thanks for your help, weekly videos are great.
Ah perfect glad you got it sorted!
Thank you! Will do!
Is there anyway to have the car start up in individual mode?
No sadly not, all the cars I’ve reviewed start up in their default mode which is Comfort.
I think it’s to do with emission requirements
Could you please talk about run flat tyres soon
Hey Sky Goggles, wasn’t planning on making a video specifically about them, what did you want to know? 🤓
@@npoleary How about a link to the AA Recovery website!? 😂😂😂
@@npoleary Do run flats need replacing ever? My dealer claims my tires are fine BUT at least once week my rear passenger tire pressure reduces to 27 vs 34….
Hey Sashanco,
Mmm you shouldn’t be having to replace air in tyres once a week. That would indicate either a valve issue or there is indeed a puncture somewhere.
might be a stupid question but does sport mode use more fuel
Hey X N x f f X,
Yes it does to some degree as the revs will be higher than normal. Still great for overtaking though. Just depends how hard you press the accelerator pedal 🤓
Hi Nick, Another great video. Is there a way of changing the default from Comfort to Sport automatically? So that every time I start my car it's already in Sport mode?
Hey G Shocker, unfortunately no :(
All cars have to start in their default mode which in Mercedes is Comfort. You change it straightaway after you’ve turned it on though 🤓
@@npoleary thanks Nick
No problem 🤓
how to improve the mileage of e 200
Nick I have a 4matic coupe how does it work with these
Hey Steve, it’s exactly like as mentioned in the video 🤓
GLC’s don’t have off-road modes as they’re reserved for the larger cars like GLE’s, G-Class’s & GLS’s but I can hopefully answer a related thing about the 4MATIC system.
Basically it’s completely automatic. It’s power is distributed 31% at the front & 69% at the back providing traction all the time.
The modes in the video control how responsive the car operates and how quickly it changes gear 🤓
@@npoleary thanks nick
No problem 🤓
Can you supply a link to how this relates to the c300e? Thanks
Hey Stephen, work in progress for that one 🤓 Currently working on exactly the same video but for plug-in hybrids.
Hit subscribe on TH-cam and you’ll be notified when it’s uploaded! 👀
@@npoleary Thanks, will do. Taking delivery 1st July. Great videos.
Thanks Stephen! 🤓
The one for plug-in hybrids is now up if you haven’t seen it: th-cam.com/video/QzSYEP2eOSI/w-d-xo.html
Ooo nice! Not long to go then!
@@npoleary Thanks Nick. Will be my first MB, so a trawl through your posts are very useful. Very clear and concise. Good work!
Thank you! 🙏
Can you change the Dynamics whilst travelling
You sure can! 🤓👍🏼
Looking forward to finding out the differences for the plug in as I’ve got a c350e
Aha perfect Darren! 🤓
As a heads up, the first half of the video will feature the modes found in new ones but don’t worry, I haven’t left the C 350e out! I cover that one toward the end! 🤓
Won’t be long now 👀
can you help me , about install a tow bar on this w177 ,don't find a movie .
Really sorry I’ve never used a tow bar before. Not sure I can even drive one with my licence so would be tricky!
Ok video Nick but as a poor man with An A class se not really helpful , I do get frustrated that the default comfort mode is actually lower at the front than the sport mode But the individual mode is not clear and I need to look at that. And finally I did say black trainers and you have gone grey????
Hey Paul, ah yes I know some models do vary slightly. Also don’t say a poor man with an SE, that’s never true. You have a Mercedes, doesn’t matter it’s an SE. SE’s are great as they offer a softer and smoother ride than others 🤓
Oh and the trainers, I mentioned before if I had black trainers I’d be all in black 😅
If you didn’t know these videos aren’t anything to do with Mercedes, they’re filmed and produced by me in my spare time. Completely separate from my day job, wish I could film these videos full time!
There are millions who want to aspire to your ‘poor man with an A Class’ position mate. As long as you didn’t nick it (sorry Nick if you read this😉) you deserve it so stay head high.🇲🇹👍
I have my apple car play deactivate so how could i activated it could you help me i am from egypt
Hi Joe, best thing to do is get in contact with the Mercedes me helpline. They may be able to assist
@@npoleary thanks alot could you provide me with email or a way how to contact them that be great and agin thank for your reply
Hey Joe, best thing to do is to go to the Mercedes me app, press menu on the top left and then press help. You can send an email from there or call them directly.
Is there a way to change the default mode from comfort to eco or sport?
Sadly no you can’t :(
All modern cars have to start in their default mode which in Mercedes is Comfort. Of course once started, you change it afterward.
glide mode surely WASTES fuel.....unless I am mistaken, in normal modes when you lift off the throttle it cuts all fuel into the engine until it drops to low revs, in glide mode it keeps the engine running (with fuel) at idle speed
Hey David, it depends on the road situation at the time 🤓
If you’re travelling down a road and gliding (almost like having the car in neutral) to a point down the road sometimes it can be more efficient. Not always…but sometimes.
Having the car in gear will have engine braking which when travelling down the road could cause you to have to slow down to much and then you’ll have to accelerate again where you might have got to the end of the road by gliding.
It depends to be honest 👍🏼
I have a 2019 gle TwinTurbo how do I check the oil there’s no dipstick how to check the oil from the gauge cluster
Hey Frank, on the side of your steering wheel closest to your door, press Home, go to service and you can view it in here.
Hope that helps!
Nick, 04:00 speed limit sign 40mph; Speedo 71mph…..
Whoops, perhaps an edit and delete this comment he said in a slightly conspiratorial voice 👍🏻👍🏻
Hey Phil,
Thanks for pointing that out but I would never speed on camera. The Sat Nav had not updated to reflect the road I was on.
The footage filmed was on a national speed limit dual carriageway 🤓
@@npoleary cheers Nick, I’ll let it lie and not tease you more 🤓🤓
Let me say that you produce great videos with such a natural style to put it all across to the layman. One favour, next time you do Mercedes Me if you could focus on how to make sure the system can remind you that the car is unlocked - when you forget. Mine had it - now it doesn’t. I’ve no idea why. 2018 GLA45 if it’s helpful 😎
Hey Phil, thank you! Yes of course 🤓
I’ll be covering a Mercedes me update video later in the year. I’ve heard of something potentially in the pipeline so just want to wait to see if it’s officially released just to make sure the video remains as relevant as possible 🤓
@@npoleary 👍🏻👍🏻
Hate an dangerous eco
Lets talk about the shit 7 gearbox in a Mercedes A 180 d.
Its realy not smooth!
For me never a mercedes anymore untill this problem is solved?
Hey Manuel, what’s wrong with the 7G DCT gearbox? I haven’t heard of anyone with issues with it?
@@npoleary its not smooth at all , just an example.When iam waiting for a traffic light and then drive away it kicks in 1e gear realy brute and rough.
Regards Manuel.
Hmmm, have you spoken with your local Mercedes about this? I’ve owned two with this gearbox and it is definitely one of the smoothest and fastest I have ever owned.
@@npoleary it had 2 weeks ago an A service 77000km, they renewed the gearbox oil, fuel filter etc...
Checked everything á €1460.....
I like how you hid the speed limit haha
Never film yourself breaking the law lol
Actually no I would never do that! The Sat Nav was slightly out of date and had the wrong speed limit shown on the dash.
Hi Nick, another great video as always, many thanks for all the info you put out every week. As much as I love my new Mercedes GLA and the MBUX it's really really really annoying that you have to change these setting like dynamic select mode that you want every time you start the car, and don't get me started on the "active lane keeping assist" which you have to go in the setting every single time you start the car which drives me mad, this is the single one thing why I will never buy another Mercedes.
Thanks Andy, glad you like the videos! 🤓
Ah I know with Dynamic Select, it would be great to have it start in whichever mode you’d like but I believe it’s due to emission regulations. Car’s have to start in their default mode :(
Honestly, with car’s getting more advanced driver tech each year, you’ll find more driving assistance systems become standard on newly launched models. This isn’t just Mercedes, this will be for all manufacturers.
With the Active Lane Keeping Assist, did you know the whole thing switches off if you indicate? I found that before when going over a solid white line, the car switches the system off temporarily even just tapping the indicator to do the 3 or 4 flashes.
@@npoleary Hi Nick, my problem with the Active Lane Keeping Assist is that I drive on quite a few B roads which are quite narrow and the constant vibrating steering wheel is very annoying. It would be helpful if the "hey Mercedes" could turn it off, but I've not been able to do that either.
Hey Andy, yeah I know, it would be great if Hey Mercedes could do more but for safety you can only give commands for things on the screen.
Passengers have access to Hey Mercedes too so controlling things that impact the car’s behaviour on the road aren’t allowed.
I watch these vids just to see you 😅
Ps. When the sport/sport+ mode is chosen the car lowers a bit as well and the engine does sound a tad more rough (on the C class)
Haha thanks Carel!
Well actually yes it could do! If you have the adjustable suspension option then it’ll do that too 🤓
Does the sport and comfort have the same fuel consumption?
@@roybristol3979 nope
@@clerouxbotha2784 ok thank you
Not necessarily, it depends how hard you press the accelerator pedal 🤓
Sport mode will cause the revs to be higher because you’ll be in a lower gear and it will unlock more power from the engine so they will be slightly different.
My GLE 400d in India doesn’t come with a Sport mode.
In comfort mode when I floor the pedal, the engine revs to Max rpm.
Is this the same as being in sport mode?
Hi Farnham,
Ah yes specification can vary from country to country but yes this will offer the same thing in terms of the engine’s top performance 🤓
@@npoleary Thank you. Love your videos and posts. They are very informative.