Mercedes-Benz 2002 ML 500, Operator'S Manual

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Getting started
Adjusting
The stalk for steering wheel adjustment is
located on the steering column (lower left).
1
Adjusting steering column, in or out
2
Adjusting steering column, up or down
왘
Switch on the ignition (
컄
page 34).
or
왘
Open the driver’s door.
Adjusting steering column in or out
왘
Move stalk forward or back in the direc-
tion of arrow
1
until a comfortable
steering wheel position is reached with
your arms slightly bent at the elbow.
Adjusting steering column up or down
왘
Move stalk up or down in the direction
of arrow
2
.
Make sure your legs can move freely
and that all the displays (including
malfunction and indicator lamps) on
the instrument cluster are clearly
visible.
Mirrors
Adjust the interior and exterior rear view
mirrors before driving so that you have a
good view of the road and traffic condi-
tions.
i
The memory function* (
컄
page 135)
lets you store the setting for the seat
position together with the setting for
the steering wheel and the exterior rear
view mirrors.
Warning!
G
In case of an accident, liquid electrolyte may
escape the mirror housing if the mirror glass
breaks.
Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not al-
low the liquid to come into contact with
eyes, skin, clothing, or respiratory system.
In case it does, immediately flush affected
area with water, and seek medical help if
necessary.
!
Electrolyte drops coming into contact
with the vehicle paint finish can only be
completely removed while in their
liquid state and by applying plenty of
water.