Mercedes-Benz 2001 M-Class, Operator'S Manual

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Always use a suitable coolant mixture,
even in countries where high temperatures
prevail.
Otherwise, the engine cooling system is not
sufficiently protected from corrosion and
overheating.
i Have the coolant regularly replaced at a
qualified specialist workshop and the
replacement confirmed in the Maintenance
Booklet.
Comply with the important safety precautions
for service products when handling coolant
(
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page 447).
The coolant is a mixture of water and anti-
freeze/corrosion inhibitor. It performs the
following tasks:
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corrosion protection
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antifreeze protection
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raising the boiling point
If the coolant has antifreeze protection down
to -35 ‡ (-37 †), the boiling point of the cool-
ant during operation is approximately 266 ‡
(130 †).
The antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor concentra-
tion in the engine cooling system should:
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be at least 50%. This will protect the engine
cooling system against freezing down to
approximately -35 ‡ (-37 †).
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not exceed 55% (antifreeze protection
down to -49 ‡ [-45 †]). Otherwise, heat
will not be dissipated as effectively.
Mercedes-Benz recommends an antifreeze/
corrosion inhibitor concentrate in accord-
ance with MB Specifications for Service Prod-
ucts 310.1.
i When the vehicle is first delivered, it is fil-
led with a coolant mixture that ensures
adequate antifreeze and corrosion protec-
tion.
i The coolant is checked with every main-
tenance interval at a qualified specialist
workshop.
Filling capacities
Model Capacity
ML 350
ML 350 4MATIC
Approx. 11.1 US qt
(10.5 l)
ML 400
ML 400 4MATIC
Approx. 10.9 US qt
(10.3 l)
ML 550 4MATIC
Approx. 12.0 US qt
(11.4 l)
ML 250 BlueTEC
4MATIC
Approx. 10.7 US qt
(10.1 l)
ML 350 Blue-
TEC 4MATIC
Approx. 12.2 US qt
(11.5 l)
AMG vehicles
Approx. 13.1 US qt
(12.4 l)
i Use MB 325.0 or MB 326.0 antifreeze/
corrosion inhibitor.
Windshield washer system
Important safety notes
G WARNING
Windshield washer concentrate could ignite if
it comes into contact with hot engine compo-
nents or the exhaust system. There is a risk of
fire and injury.
Make sure that no windshield washer con-
centrate is spilled next to the filler neck.
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Do not add distilled or de-ionized water to
the washer fluid container. Otherwise, the
level sensor may be damaged.
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Only MB SummerFit and MB WinterFit
washer fluid should be mixed together. The
spray nozzles may otherwise become
blocked.
When handling washer fluid, observe the
important safety notes on service products
(
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page 447).
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