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Operator’s Manual

Summary of Contents for M-class ML 55 AMG

Page 1: ...M class Operator s Manual...

Page 2: ...ML 320 ML 430 ML 55 AMG...

Page 3: ...hip and for your safety and that of your passengers we ask you to make a small investment of your time Please read this manual carefully before putting it aside Then return it to your vehicle where it...

Page 4: ...king in case of accident 33 Liftgate 34 Antitheft alarm system 35 Tow away alarm and glass breakage sensor 36 Seats front 37 Head restraints 42 Heated seats 43 Seat belts and integrated restraint syst...

Page 5: ...Enlarged cargo area 114 Cargo tie down rings 114 Hooks 115 Partition net 116 Loading instructions 118 Cargo area cover blind 119 Cellular telephone 120 Garage door opener 121 Driving Control and opera...

Page 6: ...c system Check engine malfunction indicator lamp 176 Brake warning lamp 177 Supplemental restraint system SRS indicator lamp 177 Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning 178 Electronic stability pr...

Page 7: ...ent 194 Rotating wheels 195 Spare wheel 196 Changing wheels 199 Tire inflation pressure 204 Battery 205 Jump starting 207 Towing the vehicle 209 Transmission selector lever manually unlocking 212 Stra...

Page 8: ...235 Upholstery 235 Paintwork painted body components 236 Light alloy wheels 236 Ornamental moldings 236 Technical data Spare parts service 238 Warranty coverage 238 Identification Labels 239 Technica...

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Page 10: ...roducts and therefore cannot be held responsible for them even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist Use of such parts and accesso...

Page 11: ...may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual Therefore you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle If you have any questions about the operation of...

Page 12: ...antial nonconformities for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days or 2 the same substantial non conformity has been subject to repair four or more times and you have at least once directly n...

Page 13: ...ng service to the vehicle up to a reasonable distance from a paved roadway We will make every effort to assist in a breakdown situation however the accessibility of your vehicle will be determined by...

Page 14: ...ator If you bought this vehicle used be sure to send in the Notice of Purchase of Used Car found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet or call the Mercedes Benz Client Assistance Center in t...

Page 15: ...is manual including operating instructions wherever necessary Since they are special order items the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle I...

Page 16: ...ash Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result in an accident rollover of the vehicle and severe or fatal...

Page 17: ...trument cluster with brief instructions Practical hints Assistance and instructions in the event of an emergency Car care Instructions on caring for your vehicle Technical data All the important techn...

Page 18: ...ve the problem diagnosed and corrected if required If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction please discuss the problem with the Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center management or if necessary con...

Page 19: ...ation NHTSA in addition to notifying Mercedes Benz USA LLC If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may o...

Page 20: ...nd controls Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Instruments and controls Instruments and controls 18 Center console 20 O...

Page 21: ...18 Instruments and controls Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Instruments and controls...

Page 22: ...key in steering lock position 1 or 2 Driver airbag 11 Steering lock with ignition starter switch see page 130 12 Switch for exterior rear view mirrors electrically folding see page 69 13 Windshield wi...

Page 23: ...rear quarter window right see page 94 6 Right front seat heater switch see page 43 7 Storage compartment 8 Selector lever see page 133 9 Ashtray with lighter see page 105 10 Power window switch left f...

Page 24: ...Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Overhead control panel 1 Interior lighting see page 98 2 Garage door opener see page 121 3 Sliding pop up roof see page 95 S...

Page 25: ...t system 44 Seat belts 44 Seat belt nonusage warning system 45 BabySmart airbag deactivation system 50 Supplemental restraint system SRS 52 Emergency tensioning retractor ETR 53 Airbags 54 Safety guid...

Page 26: ...rs 101 Interior 101 Storage compartments armrest and cup holder 101 Glove box 102 Ashtrays 105 Lighter 106 Split rear seat bench 107 Third row seats 110 Removable cargo floor plates 112 Enlarged cargo...

Page 27: ...g master key The remote control operates all locks on the vehicle To release the key press button 1 The key unfolds from the holder by itself The transmitter for the remote control is located in the k...

Page 28: ...errent locking system requiring a special key manufacturing process For security reasons replacement keys can only be obtained from your authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Start lock out Impo...

Page 29: ...remote control see page 224 Central locking system Radio frequency remote control The master key has an integrated radio frequency remote control Due to the extended operational range of the remote co...

Page 30: ...tton once All turn signal lamps blink once to indicate that the driver s door and fuel filler flap are unlocked The antitheft alarm system is also deactivated Press transmit button a second time to un...

Page 31: ...unlocked by pressing the transmit button then it may be necessary to change the batteries in the remote control or to synchronize the remote control see page 223 and page 224 Unlocking the liftgate Pr...

Page 32: ...ce must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation WARNING Changes or modification not expressly approved by party responsible for compliance could void...

Page 33: ...lock 3 Locking driver s door lock 4 Individual door from inside Push lock button down to lock Pull lock button up to unlock 5 Front door from inside Pull handle to unlock Important The mechanical key...

Page 34: ...nly the door being opened from the inside will unlock and the alarm will come on The remaining doors the liftgate and fuel filler flap remain locked In case of a malfunction in the central locking sys...

Page 35: ...ocked with the remote control the doors and liftgate cannot be unlocked with the central locking switch Automatic central locking The central locking switch also operates the automatic central locking...

Page 36: ...roximately 9 mph 15 km h or more Important When towing the vehicle or with the vehicle on a dynamometer test stand please note the following With the engine running the vehicle doors will lock if the...

Page 37: ...tside 3 Recessed grip To open From outside of vehicle pull on handle 2 To close Pull down on recessed grip 3 and close by using the grip molding 1 1 Handle inside 2 Locking 3 Unlocking Important In ca...

Page 38: ...cal key Cancel alarm by turning key in steering lock to position 1 or with the remote control by pressing button If the vehicle battery voltage falls below 10 volts the alarm is automatically canceled...

Page 39: ...turn signal lamps At the same time the horn will sound for approximately 30 seconds The alarm will stay on even if the vehicle is immediately lowered To prevent triggering the tow away alarm feature...

Page 40: ...tting in an excessively reclined position can be dangerous You could slide under the seat belt in a collision If you slide under it the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck That could cause s...

Page 41: ...view mirror adjustments as well as fastening of seat belts should be done before the vehicle is put into motion Warning Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a Me...

Page 42: ...driving The position should be as far rearward as possible consistent with ability to properly operate controls 2 Seat cushion inclination adjustment Raise lever 2 move seat cushion to desired positio...

Page 43: ...he following order 1 Seat up down Press the switch up down direction until comfortable seating position with still sufficient headroom is reached 2 Seat adjustment fore aft Press the switch fore aft d...

Page 44: ...on button 1 A second and third set of positions for the same seat can be programmed into memory by pushing first memory button 5 and then position button 2 respectively 3 Recalling To recall a seat po...

Page 45: ...llation Insert the head restraint and push it down to the stop Push lock button arrow and adjust head restraint down to the desired position Ensure proper head restraint positioning see above Warning...

Page 46: ...ff seat heater If one indicator lamp is on press upper half of switch If both indicator lamps are on press lower half of switch If left on the seat heater automatically turns off after approximately 2...

Page 47: ...at of your passengers we strongly recommend their use Warning Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmartTM compatible child seat w...

Page 48: ...krest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in an upright position and the belt is properly positioned on the body Warning Failure to wear and properly fasten and position your s...

Page 49: ...se button Push latch plate 1 into buckle 2 until it clicks Do not twist the belt A twisted seat belt may cause injury To help avoid severe or fatal injuries the lap belt must be positioned as low as p...

Page 50: ...aging it Adjust seat belt so that shoulder portion is located as close as possible to the middle of your shoulder it should not touch the neck For this purpose you can adjust the height of the belt ou...

Page 51: ...wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this section as that could result in serious injuries in case of an accident Each occupant should wear their seat belt at all times because seat...

Page 52: ...r more than one person at a time Do not fasten a seat belt around a person and another person or other objects Belts should not be worn twisted In a crash you wouldn t have the full width of the belt...

Page 53: ...at belts Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder not face or neck A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning BabySmartTM airbag deactivation system Special BabySmartTM...

Page 54: ...ctioning You must see an authorized Mercedes Benz Center before seating any child on the front passenger seat BabySmartTM is a trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp Follow the manufacturer s instructio...

Page 55: ...not designed to deploy The SRS uses two crash severity levels thresholds to activate either the Emergency Tensioning Retractor ETR or front airbag or both Activation depends on the direction and sever...

Page 56: ...to activate only when the seat belts are fastened during frontal impacts exceeding the first threshold of the SRS and in rear impacts exceeding a preset severity level They remove slack from the belts...

Page 57: ...most effective occupant restraint system yet developed for use in production vehicles is the seat belt In some cases however the protective effect of a seat belt can be further enhanced by an airbag...

Page 58: ...ed protection for the driver and front passenger in certain frontal impacts exceeding preset thresholds 4 Side impact airbag rear Door mounted side impact airbags can provide increased protection to b...

Page 59: ...or 2 malfunctions in the crash sensor are detected and indicated the SRS indicator lamp stays on longer than 5 seconds or does not come on Have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Lig...

Page 60: ...passenger deploys only if the front passenger seat is occupied Side impact airbags operate best in conjunction with a properly positioned and fastened seat belt Note Heavy objects on front passenger...

Page 61: ...ealth nor does it indicate a fire in the vehicle The dust might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this you may wish to get out of the...

Page 62: ...e the rim can increase the risk and potential severity of hand arm injury when the driver front airbag inflates Adjust the front passenger seat as far as possible rearward from the dashboard when the...

Page 63: ...g incorrect installation and removal can lead to possible injury through an unintended activation of the SRS No modifications of any kind may be made to any components or wiring of the SRS This includ...

Page 64: ...l shoulder belt out completely and let it retract During the seat belt retraction a ratcheting sound can be heard to indicate that the special seat belt retractor is activated The belt is now locked P...

Page 65: ...s Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an infant or child restraint system which is properly secured with the vehicle s seat belt fully in accordance with the child seat...

Page 66: ...hook has attached to the ring beyond the safety catch as illustrated Vehicle without third row seats This vehicle is provided with two tether anchorages center and right second row seat for a top teth...

Page 67: ...goes out Important With the key in steering lock position 2 the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on It should go out when the engine is running If the indicator lamp does not go out aft...

Page 68: ...ster display Practical hints Car care Index Inside rear view mirror Use your inside mirror to determine the size and distance of objects seen in the passenger side convex mirror Antiglare night positi...

Page 69: ...The mirror brightness does not respond to changes in light sensitivity Notes With gear selector lever in position R or with the interior lamps except cargo compartment lamp switched on the mirror brig...

Page 70: ...adjust toggle the switch forward backward or to either side Note After turning off the engine the exterior rear view mirrors can be operated with a front door opened or with key in steering lock posit...

Page 71: ...to contact with the vehicle paint finish can only be completely removed while in their liquid state by applying plenty of water Notes The exterior mirrors have electrically heated glass The heater swi...

Page 72: ...2 Press switch to fold mirror in If an exterior mirror housing is forcibly forced forward or rearward hit from the front or from the rear press lower half of the switch 2 until you hear a hitting noi...

Page 73: ...70 Instrument cluster Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Instrument cluster...

Page 74: ...ing lamp see page 178 4 Left turn signal indicator lamp see exterior lamp switch page 80 5 Knob for odometer trip odometer readout reset FSS indicator and intensity of instrument lamps see page 73 6 E...

Page 75: ...rake fluid low see page 177 EBP malfunction see page 165 Parking brake engaged see page 141 Front passenger airbag automatically switched off see page 50 Front fog lamp see page 82 Steering wheel adju...

Page 76: ...o position 1 or 2 Display illumination Rotate knob 1 to vary intensity of instrument lamps Clockwise instrument lamp intensity increases Counterclockwise instrument lamp intensity decreases Odometer t...

Page 77: ...he engine if you see or hear steam coming from it Turn off the engine get out of the vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle until it cools down Outside temperature indicator The temperature sensor...

Page 78: ...trip computer is located in the overhead console Function keys are RESET MODE Note With engine not running the display switches off automatically 30 seconds after the last entry MODE Tachometer 11 The...

Page 79: ...evel The distance remaining is no longer shown 7 Select display units in miles date shows month day year or kilometers date shows day month year Off To change an entry select mode to be changed Date P...

Page 80: ...rior to the next suggested service The symbols 9 or indicate the type of service to be performed 9 Service A Service B The message is displayed for approximately 10 seconds when turning the key in ste...

Page 81: ...to 10 000 miles Canada 15 000 km and 365 days The counter can also be set by any individual To do so 1 Turn the key in steering lock to position 2 2 Immediately press button 1 twice within one second...

Page 82: ...lowing messages are available OIL i O No oil needs to be added 1 0 L 1 5 L 2 0 L Add oil to upper max mark of the dipstick See page 189 for instructions on adding engine oil OIL HI Do not overfill the...

Page 83: ...to position 0 or remove Standing lamps left move stalk to position 5 Standing lamps right move stalk to position 4 Move stalk to positions 1 Low beam exterior lamp switch position 2 High beam exterior...

Page 84: ...ps cannot be operated with the key in steering lock position 1 or 2 Note With the key removed and a front door open a warning sounds if the vehicle s exterior lamps except standing lamps are not switc...

Page 85: ...ront fog lamps on if so equipped Green indicator lamp in instrument cluster comes on Press upper half of the switch again to switch fog lamps off 2 Rear fog lamp driver s side Yellow indicator lamp la...

Page 86: ...itch again If hazard warning flasher was activated automatically press switch twice to deactivate Note To signal turns while being towed with hazard warning flasher in use turn key in steering lock to...

Page 87: ...e Index Windshield wiper washer switch Move stalk briefly up for single wipe without adding washer fluid use only when windshield is wet Pull stalk toward steering wheel and hold to activate wiper and...

Page 88: ...conds The rear window wiper will also automatically engage if the windshield wiper is engaged and the gear selector lever is placed in R Reverse 1 2 Windshield wipers smear If the windshield wipers sm...

Page 89: ...86 Climate control Technical data Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Climate control...

Page 90: ...4 and the engine running To quickly cool down the passenger compartment turn temperature selector switch fully to the left to position O Turn temperature selector to maintain desired temperature The a...

Page 91: ...om fogging up Set air distribution control switch to position shown above Turn wheels 7 to position l to open left and right side air outlets 9 Adjust air outlets upward Open center air outlets as des...

Page 92: ...distribution to position P Turn wheels 7 to position l to open left and right side air outlets 9 Adjust air outlets upward Close center air outlets Defogging windows Windows fogged up on inside Switch...

Page 93: ...e grille in front of windshield free of snow and debris Climate control OFF To switch the climate control off set air volume control switch to position 0 Switch off air conditioning mode Control lamp...

Page 94: ...keep the battery drain to a minimum turn off the defroster as soon as the window is clear The defroster is automatically turned off after approximately 10 to 18 minutes of operation dependent on the...

Page 95: ...cluster display Practical hints Car care Index Power windows Power window switches located on front center console 1 left front 2 right front 3 left rear 4 right rear 5 Switch for rear door window ove...

Page 96: ...itch 5 to right symbol N becomes visible Note After turning off the engine the power windows can be operated for approximately 30 minutes or until a front door is opened Warning When closing the windo...

Page 97: ...h to close Note After turning off the engine the rear quarter windows can be operated for approximately 30 minutes or until a front door is opened 1 2 Warning When closing the windows be sure that the...

Page 98: ...ering lock position 1 or 2 Notes The sliding pop up roof can be opened or closed manually should an electrical malfunction occur see page 225 After turning off the engine the sliding pop up roof can b...

Page 99: ...ening to guard against sun rays When sliding the roof open the screen will also retract Express opening of sliding pop up roof To open sliding pop up roof automatically briefly move switch in directio...

Page 100: ...fully open Skyview Top automatically briefly press switch in direction 1 and release To stop the process press switch again Notes After turning off the engine the Skyview Top can be operated for appro...

Page 101: ...soft fade delayed when unlocking the vehicle or when opening a front door or closing front doors With doors closed push on lamp lens to switch interior lamps on or off Reading lamps in inside rear vi...

Page 102: ...ed on and off soft fade delayed when opening a rear door or closing rear doors With rear doors closed push on lamp lens to switch interior lamps on or off Note If lamp is switched on manually it does...

Page 103: ...If sunlight enters through a side window disengage visor from inner mounting pivot it to the side and slide it to the desired position Entrance lamps exit lamps in doors The lamps are switched on and...

Page 104: ...the vanity mirror while driving Interior Storage compartments armrest and cup holder Warning To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver exercise care when stowing things Put...

Page 105: ...er display Practical hints Car care Index Glove box Pull handle 1 to open The glove box is illuminated with key in steering lock position 1 or 2 when opening the lid Storage compartment below center a...

Page 106: ...he front passenger seat is lockable with its separate key 1 Note Slide seat rearward to gain easier access to the storage compartment Cup holder in instrument panel Touch top of cover The cup holder 1...

Page 107: ...ear center console To open cup holder 2 pull down at top of cover Caution Keep cup holder closed while traveling Place only containers that fit into the cup holder to prevent spills Do not fill contai...

Page 108: ...enter console front By touching the top of the cover lightly the ashtray opens automatically To remove ashtray Pull up and remove ashtray insert Warning Remove front ashtray only with vehicle standing...

Page 109: ...open To remove ashtray Open ashtray 1 and pull out the ashtray insert Warning Never touch the heating element or sides of the lighter they are extremely hot hold at knob only Lighter Turn key in stee...

Page 110: ...down according to need To slide rear seat bench fore aft 1 Pull lever 1 in direction of arrow and slide seat bench section to desired position until it locks in place To enlarge cargo area 1 Close cup...

Page 111: ...ce 2 Pull lock button 2 up and unfold seat back to upright position Check for secure locking by pushing and pulling on the backrest The red backrest lock indicators at the lock buttons 2 are not visib...

Page 112: ...r plate see page 112 Pull lever 6 up and fold seat bench section forward Resetting seat bench 1 Pull down on seat bench section until it locks into place 2 Pull lock button 2 up and unfold seat back t...

Page 113: ...cushion 2 Remove cargo floor plate see page 112 3 Lift tensioner 1 upward to a horizontal position to release tension of the strap 4 Disengage hook 2 and attach belt at hook and loop strip on undersi...

Page 114: ...belt between lever 3 and backrest 3 Pull seat release 4 and fold seat up Engage hook 2 in ceiling mount Pull on free end of strap until tight 4 Install head restraint in openings provided in seat cus...

Page 115: ...2 Disengage hook 2 and attach belt at hook and loop strip on underside of seat 3 Move lever 5 upward and remove seat Removable cargo floor plates The cargo floor plates 1 behind the split rear seat b...

Page 116: ...ter display Practical hints Car care Index Storage of cargo floor plates To store cargo floor plates open hook and loop strip 6 at bottom of backrest of the split rear seat bench and insert floor plat...

Page 117: ...large heavier objects into the passenger area in an accident Such items must be properly secured using the cargo tie down rings in the cargo area floor Enlarged cargo area The cargo area can be enlarg...

Page 118: ...ems maximum permissible weight per hook 9 lbs 4 kg Partition net Optional Use of the partition net is a particularly important safety factor when the vehicle is loaded higher than the top of the seat...

Page 119: ...oose ends of tie downs until net is tight For installation behind the rear seats see next page Partition net Optional Use of the partition net is a particularly important safety factor when the vehicl...

Page 120: ...ard to a horizontal position to release tensioning of the strap 2 Disengage tie down hooks 2 from rings 3 3 Remove partition net from holders 1 and close the covers Storage 1 Roll up and close partiti...

Page 121: ...tly on the load distribution It is therefore recommended to load the vehicle according to the illustrations shown with the heaviest items being placed towards the front of the vehicle Always place ite...

Page 122: ...d and guide retraction by its handle Warning Always fasten items being carried as securely as possible using cargo tie down rings and fastening materials appropriate for the weight and size of the loa...

Page 123: ...Push button 1 releasing mounting sleeve to slide into mount Notes A removable cap is fitted into the mount openings on vehicles fitted with third row seats Passenger use of third row seats with cargo...

Page 124: ...of garage door openers are incompatible with the integrated opener If you should experience difficulties with programming the transmitter contact your authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center or ca...

Page 125: ...f the hand held transmitter of the device you wish to train approximately 2 to 5 inches 5 cm to 12 cm away from the surface of the integrated remote control located on the overhead console keeping the...

Page 126: ...which activated the training light Note Following step 2 there are 30 seconds to initiate step 3 3 Firmly press and release the programmed integrated remote control transmit button Press and release s...

Page 127: ...appropriate button to activate the remote controlled device The integrated remote control transmitter continues to send the signal as long as the button is pressed up to 20 seconds Erasing the remote...

Page 128: ...fuel 141 Drinking and Driving 142 Pedals 142 Power assistance 142 Brakes 142 Driving off 143 Parking 144 Tires 144 Snow chains 147 Winter driving instructions 147 Deep water 149 Passenger compartment...

Page 129: ...ransmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna Warning Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle Only operate the MCS radio or telephone1 if...

Page 130: ...mend that you select positions 3 2 or 1 only at moderate speeds for hill driving After 1 000 miles 1 500 km speeds may be gradually increased to the permissible maximum Maintenance Approximately 30 da...

Page 131: ...ing our recommended maintenance instructions as outlined in your Service Booklet Caution To prevent damage to the catalytic converters use only premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle Any noticeable...

Page 132: ...nter qualified technicians Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way Moreover the specified service jobs must be carried out regularly according to Mercedes Benz servicing requirements For d...

Page 133: ...with the key in steering lock position 0 the selector lever is locked in position P 1 Steering is unlocked If necessary move steering wheel slightly to allow the key to be turned clockwise to position...

Page 134: ...arning sounds when the driver s door is opened while the key is in steering lock position 1 or 0 With the engine at idle speed the charging rate of the alternator output is limited It is therefore rec...

Page 135: ...ocedure stops turn key completely to the left and repeat starting the engine After several unsuccessful attempts have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center A st...

Page 136: ...ndividual gears automatically dependent upon Selector lever position Accelerator position Vehicle speed The gear shifting process is continuously adapted dependent on the driving style the driving sit...

Page 137: ...osition from N or P wait a moment to allow the gear to fully engage before accelerating especially when the engine is cold Accelerator position Partial throttle early upshifting normal acceleration Fu...

Page 138: ...off and restart the engine to clear the malfunction indication Warning Getting out of your vehicle with the selector lever not fully engaged in position P is dangerous Also when parked on an incline p...

Page 139: ...le Engage only with the vehicle stopped The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked Rather the driver should always use the parking brake in addition to placing th...

Page 140: ...perating conditions Gear selection for special circumstances The transmission gear ranges for special circumstances can be selected by pressing the selector lever to the right or the left with the sel...

Page 141: ...speeds below 31 mph 50 km h at partial throttle and engine temperatures below 95 F 35 C To avoid overrevving the engine when the selector lever is moved to a lower gear range the transmission will not...

Page 142: ...e the transmission does not shift higher than 3rd gear this gear selection will allow use of the engine s braking power downhill Upshift through 2nd gear only For driving in mountainous regions or und...

Page 143: ...ransmission This condition may be accompanied by the CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster coming on In this mode only the 2nd gear or reverse gear can be activated To enga...

Page 144: ...o drive without having released the parking brake Also see brake warning lamp on page 177 Driving instructions Drive sensibly save fuel Fuel consumption to a great extent depends on driving habits and...

Page 145: ...may impair pedal movement Power assistance Brakes Warning When the engine is not running the brake and steering systems are without power assistance Under these circumstances a much greater effort is...

Page 146: ...pads are installed or other than recommended brake fluid is used the braking properties of the vehicle can be degraded to an extent that safe braking is substantially impaired This could result in an...

Page 147: ...urn the key to steering lock position 0 and remove 7 Take the key and lock vehicle when leaving Tires Tread wear indicators TWI are required by law These indicators are located in six places on the tr...

Page 148: ...aintained This applies particularly if the tires are subjected to high loads e g high speeds heavy loads high ambient temperatures Aquaplaning Depending on the depth of the water layer on the road aqu...

Page 149: ...not snow or ice covered Warning If ice has formed on the road tire traction will be substantially reduced Under such weather conditions drive steer and brake with extreme caution Tire speed rating ML...

Page 150: ...ermissible with tire size 285 50 R 18 Winter driving instructions The most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt acceleration braking and steering maneuvers...

Page 151: ...ng the wind Winter driving Have your vehicle winterized at your authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center before the onset of winter Change the engine oil if the engine contains an oil which is not...

Page 152: ...ve through deep water drive slowly to prevent water from entering the engine compartment or passenger compartment being ingested by the air intake possibly causing damage to electrical components or w...

Page 153: ...vent the vehicle from sinking into the ground Do not initiate jumps with the vehicle It interrupts the forward momentum of the vehicle Driving in steep terrain Switch to LOW RANGE mode before starting...

Page 154: ...an brake hoses etc as well as vehicle underbody for possible damage Check tires for possible damage clean all exterior lamps and conduct a brake test Trailer towing Trailer Hitches Only install a trai...

Page 155: ...g the trailer wiring plug we recommend having the harness connected at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Vehicle and trailer weights and ratings Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR is the ma...

Page 156: ...ing the trailer in such a manner that it has a tongue weight TW between 10 and 15 of the GTW The tongue weight at the hitch ball must be added to the GVW to prevent exceeding your Mercedes Benz tow ve...

Page 157: ...ness for trailer towing has a brake signal wire color orange for hook up to a brake controller Most states and all Canadian provinces require a break away switch on trailers with a separate brake syst...

Page 158: ...s behavior you should practice turning stopping and backing up in an area which is free from traffic If possible do not brake abruptly but rather engage the brake slightly at first to permit the trai...

Page 159: ...quire additional passing distance ahead than when driving without a trailer Because your vehicle and trailer is longer than your vehicle alone you will also need to go much farther ahead of the passed...

Page 160: ...erate and set Depress lever briefly to set speed Hold lever down to decelerate Normally the vehicle is accelerated to the desired speed with the accelerator Speed is set by briefly pushing the lever t...

Page 161: ...pproximately 25 mph 40 km h the vehicle resumes the speed which was set prior to the cancellation of the cruise control The last memorized speed is canceled when the key in the steering lock is turned...

Page 162: ...on the selector lever position Nevertheless in some cases you may have to step on the brake pedal to slow down In this case the cruise control is switched off Use the lever to resume the previously s...

Page 163: ...ou must apply continuous full braking power during the stopping sequence Do not reduce brake pedal pressure Once the brake pedal is released the BAS is deactivated The malfunction indicator lamp for t...

Page 164: ...at now only partial engine output will be available If the BAS malfunctions the brake system functions in the usual manner but without BAS If the charging voltage falls below 10 volts the malfunction...

Page 165: ...ake pedal while experiencing the pulsation Continuous steady brake pedal pressure results in applying the advantages of the ABS namely braking power and ability to steer the vehicle In the case of an...

Page 166: ...acting on the vehicle nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded The ABS cannot prevent accidents...

Page 167: ...throttle as possible while driving ease up on the accelerator Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions 4 ETS Control If the yellow 4 ETS malfunction indicator lamp comes on whil...

Page 168: ...ion of the braking effort without a loss of vehicle stability If a warning tone sounds for five seconds and the symbols and are displayed in the instrument cluster the system has detected a malfunctio...

Page 169: ...209 the engine must be shut off key in steering lock position 0 or 1 Otherwise the ESP will immediately be engaged and will apply the rear wheel brakes Notes The malfunction indicator lamp for the ESP...

Page 170: ...In winter operation the maximum effectiveness of the ESP is only achieved with Mercedes Benz recommended M S rated radial ply tires and or snow chains Synchronizing ESP If the power supply was interr...

Page 171: ...on and begins to spin the brake is applied until the wheel regains sufficient traction Note Avoid spinning of one drive wheel This may cause serious damage to the drive train which is not covered by t...

Page 172: ...damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty The LOW RANGE mode should be switched on during off road driving when crossing waters For additional practical hints refer to off road driving...

Page 173: ...onic traction system 4 ETS are operational with transmission in the LOW RANGE mode In the low range mode the electronic stability program ESP operates in a traction improving fashion specifically adap...

Page 174: ...ine comes into contact with plastic taillamp to prevent damaging the lens Fuel To prevent fuel vapors from escaping into open air fully insert filler nozzle unit Only fill fuel tank until the filler n...

Page 175: ...heet Coolant For normal replenishing use water potable water quality For further information e g anticorrosion antifreeze see page 248 Spark plugs Approved spark plugs see page 242 Tire pressure For t...

Page 176: ...rip 1 Engine oil level See Checking engine oil level on page 79 and on page 189 2 Coolant level See Adding coolant on page 191 3 Brake fluid See Brake fluid on page 246 4 Windshield washer system Head...

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Page 178: ...g lamp 177 Supplemental restraint system SRS indicator lamp 177 Fuel reserve and fuel cap placement warning 178 Electronic stability program ESP Electronic traction system ETS warning lamp 179 BAS ESP...

Page 179: ...ing out of fuel serious damage can occur to the emission system Please contact your authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center immediately The Sequential Multiport Fuel Injection SFI control module m...

Page 180: ...r the lamp goes out the system continues to monitor the components and circuitry of the airbag system and will indicate a malfunction by coming on again See page 54 for notes on airbags page 53 for be...

Page 181: ...quantity of approximately 3 2 gal 12 liters If the warning lamp continues to blink after closing the fuel cap correctly have the fuel system checked at your authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center...

Page 182: ...running see page 160 for BAS and page 166 for ESP BAS ESP ABS malfunction indicator lamp The ABS malfunction indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on with the key in steering lock position 2...

Page 183: ...trademark of Siemens Automotive Corp Seat belt warning lamp With the key in steering lock position 2 the seat belt warning lamp comes on for a short time if the driver s seat belt is not fastened Aft...

Page 184: ...drive to the nearest service station where the engine oil should be topped to the full mark on the dipstick with an approved oil The low engine oil level warning light should not be ignored Extended...

Page 185: ...he red zone If no leaks are noticeable and the engine temperature does not increase continue to drive to the nearest service station and have coolant added to the coolant system see page 191 If the en...

Page 186: ...eldandheadlamp washer fluid mixing ratio 193 Wheels 194 Tire replacement 194 Rotating wheels 195 Spare wheel 196 Changing wheels 199 Tire inflation pressure 204 Battery 205 Jump starting 207 Towing th...

Page 187: ...brackets built into either side of the vehicle To help avoid personal injury use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jac...

Page 188: ...the right side trim panel To get to tools first remove trim panel cover by turning both handles to left and then swing aside CD player if so equipped Unscrew plastic nut 1 and lift out vehicle jack Se...

Page 189: ...ngs in the vehicle Warning To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver always use partition net when transporting cargo Always fasten items being carried as securely as possibl...

Page 190: ...dex Electrical outlet Two electrical outlets can be found one at the front passenger footwell and the other in the rear compartment always operational To open Flip up cover and insert electrical plug...

Page 191: ...ator grill it may be necessary to lift the hood up slightly Caution To avoid damage to the windshield wipers or hood open the hood only with wipers in the parked position Pull handle 2 to its stop out...

Page 192: ...he high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components ignition coils spark plug sockets diagnostic socket of the ignition system with the engine running while starting the engine if ignition is on a...

Page 193: ...US qt 2 0 l Do not overfill the engine Excessive oil must be drained or siphoned It could cause damage to engine and catalytic converter not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty See page 181...

Page 194: ...y above the engine mounts and at the bottom of the radiator Anticorrosion antifreeze mixture see page 248 Warning In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury Use extreme caution when opening th...

Page 195: ...filled with MB Windshield washer concentrate and water or commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze depending on ambient temperatures 1 Windshield washer headlamp cleaning r...

Page 196: ...amp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing MB Windshield Washer Concentrate S and water 1 part S to 100 parts water 40 ml S to 1 gallon water For temperature below freezing MB Winds...

Page 197: ...d on the rear axle Rims and tires must be of the correct size and type For dimensions see technical data on page 241 We recommend that you break in new tires for approximately 60 miles 100 km at moder...

Page 198: ...ortant Unidirectional tires must always be mounted with arrow on tire sidewall pointing in direction of vehicle forward movement Notes Thoroughly clean the inner side of the wheels any time you rotate...

Page 199: ...facility to have the flat tire repaired or replaced as appropriate Do not operate vehicle with more than one spare wheel mounted For rim and tire specifications refer to Technical data on page 241 Ca...

Page 200: ...in case of a rear end collision the space saver spare wheel must be stored in its holder with the tire deflated Properly inflate the tire prior to mounting it on the axle See page 203 for detailed ins...

Page 201: ...Index 2 Loosen screw 2 using wrench supplied with vehicle tools see page 184 The screw 2 remains in the holder 3 Lift spare wheel carrier slightly and push lever 3 to the right using screwdriver supp...

Page 202: ...k only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change Never get beneath the vehicle while it is supported by the jack Keep hands and feet away from the area under the lifted vehicle Always firmly set parki...

Page 203: ...off engine and remove key from the steering lock 3 Prevent vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wheel chocks not supplied with vehicle or sizable wood block or stone When changing a whee...

Page 204: ...cket so that it is always vertical plumb line as seen from the side even if the vehicle is parked on an incline 8 Open jack further until jack arm end seats firmly in the take up bracket and its base...

Page 205: ...oper tire pressure 1 2 3 4 5 9 Unscrew and remove all wheel bolts Keep bolt threads protected from dirt and sand 10 Remove wheel Grip wheel from the sides Keep hands from beneath the wheels Clean cont...

Page 206: ...space saver wheel carrier or inside the storage compartment in the rear cargo area ML 55 AMG but should be transported in the rear cargo compartment wrapped in a protective cover supplied with the ve...

Page 207: ...unscrewing air pump filler hose from space saver tire valve after inflating the tire use a rag since the tire valve could be hot Tire inflation pressure A table see fuel filler flap lists the tire inf...

Page 208: ...ed by the label on the driver s door latch post Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly causing a blowout Warning Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe injury or death Nev...

Page 209: ...key is in steering lock position 0 The battery must always be securely installed when the vehicle is in operation During removal and installation always protect the disconnected battery positive termi...

Page 210: ...er lean over batteries while connecting or jump starting you might get injured Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes skin or clothing In case it doe...

Page 211: ...Allow the discharged battery to charge for a few minutes Start engine of the disabled vehicle in the usual manner 6 After the engine has started remove jumper cables by exactly reversing the above in...

Page 212: ...the engine running the vehicle doors lock if the left front wheel is turning at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph 15 km h or more To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking deactivate the aut...

Page 213: ...e rear towing eye is located behind the right side cover in the bumper panel 2 Towing eye rear Cover removal Using a flat blade screwdriver pry out the cover Cover installation Engage cover at bottom...

Page 214: ...for left or right turn signal in usual manner Now deactivate the hazard warning flasher only the selected turn signal will operate Upon canceling the turn signal the hazard warning flasher must be ac...

Page 215: ...osition P After removal of the pin from the opening the cover will not close fully Only after moving the selector lever to positions D and D does the cover return to its closed position Stranded vehic...

Page 216: ...ing a bulb When replacing bulbs install only 12 volt bulbs with the specified watt rating When replacing halogen bulbs do not touch glass portion of bulb with bare hands Use plain paper or a clean clo...

Page 217: ...adjustment screw 2 Headlamp horizontal adjustment screw 3 Headlamp cover with locking tab 4 Bulb socket for turn signal parking standing and side marker lamp 5 Electrical connector for low beam headl...

Page 218: ...adlamp assembly Xenon 1 Headlamp vertical adjustment screw 2 Headlamp horizontal adjustment screw 3 Headlamp cover with locking tab 4 Bulb socket for turn signal parking standing and side marker lamp...

Page 219: ...Remove bulb Insert new bulb seating properly in cutouts of bulb socket mount clamping ring Reinstall and push electrical connector on securely Reinstall cover 2 or 3 Xenon optional Bulb for low beam X...

Page 220: ...se and pull out Push bulb into socket turn counterclockwise and remove Insert new bulb in socket push in and twist clockwise Reinstall bulb socket Bulbs for auxiliary fog lamp optional H3 U 55 W Open...

Page 221: ...Practical hints Car care Index Taillamp assemblies 1 Stop lamp 1073 32 cp bulb 2 Backup lamp 1073 32 cp bulb 3 Turn signal lamp P Y 21 W bulb 4 Tail parking standing and side marker lamp driver s sid...

Page 222: ...ert new bulb in socket push in and twist clockwise Reinstall bulb holder Reinstall electrical connector 2 Reinstall taillamp Turn signal lamp side 168 3 cp bulb Carefully slide lamp slightly towards r...

Page 223: ...take out bulb High mounted stop lamp 1073 32 cp bulb To replace bulb squeeze both sides 1 arrows of cover fold forward and remove Press tab 2 arrow on reflector and remove reflector Press bulb down tu...

Page 224: ...ical test screen or wall The centerline of the vehicle must be at a 90 angle to the test screen 2 High beams on Using a carpenter s level align and mark a vertical centerline 1 on the test screen for...

Page 225: ...l headlamp aim High beams on Turn adjusting screw 2 left headlamp counterclockwise to adjust to the left clockwise to the right right headlamp in opposite direction until the headlamp high beam patter...

Page 226: ...release button Pull off battery cover 1 Change batteries inserting new ones with side facing up Press battery cover onto housing until locked in place Notes To assure proper operation of the remote co...

Page 227: ...and hold button while pushing button five times Release the button and press or once Check all functions The remote control should once again be operational Note If it is not possible to resynchronize...

Page 228: ...hicle and insert in hexagon drive hole located at rear end of the open cover Note Push crank upward while turning it to disengage the electric motor To slide the roof closed or to raise the roof at th...

Page 229: ...r the Skyview Top is located behind a cover 1 in the rear compartment headliner Remove cover to gain access to the drive motors Obtain crank 3 located at left side motor Remove plug 2 from holder loca...

Page 230: ...d for future electrical operation of the Skyview Top To do so turn key in steering lock to position 2 Now push and hold switch until the Skyview Top is fully closed Continue to hold switch for additio...

Page 231: ...inserted The glass may be scratched or broken Make certain that the wiper blade is properly installed An improperly installed wiper blade may cause windshield damage The wiper with air spoiler should...

Page 232: ...denting the roof For further information inquire at your Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Take into consideration that when the roof rack is loaded the handling characteristics are different from thos...

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Page 234: ...32 Engine cleaning 233 Vehicle washing 233 Plastic and rubber parts 233 Tar stains 234 Window cleaning 234 Headlamps Taillamps Turn signal lenses 234 Wiper blades 234 Seat belts 234 Headliner 235 Inst...

Page 235: ...age Any damage should be repaired as soon as possible to prevent the start of corrosion In doing so do not neglect the underside of the vehicle A prerequisite for a thorough check is a washing of the...

Page 236: ...icorrosion Wax should be applied to the engine compartment after every engine cleaning Before applying all control linkage bushings and joints should be lubricated The poly V belt and all pulleys shou...

Page 237: ...er is recommended Seat belts The webbing must not be treated with chemical cleaning agents Use only clear lukewarm water and soap Do not dry the webbing at temperatures above 176 F 80 C or in direct s...

Page 238: ...ather upholstery with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes Benz approved Leather Care Exercise particular care when cleaning perforated leather as its underside should not become wet...

Page 239: ...ese products or wax if your vehicle is parked in the sun or if the hood is still hot Use the appropriate MB Touch Up Stick for quick and provisional repairs of minor paint damage i e chips from stones...

Page 240: ...8 Warranty coverage 238 Identification Labels 239 Technical data 240 Fuels coolants lubricants etc capacities 244 Engine oils 246 Engine oil additives 246 Air conditioner refrigerant 246 Brake fluid 2...

Page 241: ...z could damage the vehicle which damage is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty or compromise its durability or safety Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the war...

Page 242: ...re Index Identification labels 1 Certification label and Paintwork Number 2 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 3 Engine number 4 Information label California version 5 Emission control label Vacuum lin...

Page 243: ...piston displacement 195 2 cu in 3199 cm3 260 6 cu in 4266 cm3 332 0 cu in 5439 cm3 Compression ratio 10 1 10 1 10 5 1 Output acc to SAE J 1349 215 hp 5600 rpm 160 kW 5600 rpm 268 hp 5750 rpm 200 kW 5...

Page 244: ...ms light alloy Wheel offset 8 J x 16 H 2 ET62 2 4 in 62 mm 81 2 J x17 H2 ET52 2 0 in 52 mm 9 J x 18 H2 ET 52 2 0 in 52 mm All season tires Radial ply tires 255 65 R 16 109H 275 55 R 17 109H 285 50 R 1...

Page 245: ...nerator alternator 14 V 115 A 14 V 150 A 14 V 150 A Starter motor 12V 1 7 kW 12V 1 7 kW 12V 1 7 kW Battery 12V 100 Ah 12V 100 Ah 12V 100 Ah Spark plugs Electrode gap Tightening torque Bosch F 8 DPER B...

Page 246: ...rall vehicle length 180 6 in 4587 mm 180 6 in 4587 mm 182 5 in 4635 mm Overall vehicle width 86 2 in 2190 mm 86 2 in 2190 mm 86 2 in 2190 mm Overall height 71 6 in 1820 mm 71 6 in 1820 mm 71 0 in 1804...

Page 247: ...phlet or inquire at your Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Fuels coolants lubricants etc Model Capacity Engine with oil filter recommended engine oils ML 320 ML 430 ML 55 AMG 8 5 US qt 8 0 l 8 0 US qt...

Page 248: ...tifreeze approx 12 7 US qt 12 0 l Fuel tank including a reserve of Premium unleaded gasoline Posted Octane 91 Avg of 96 RON 86 MON ML 320 ML 430 ML 55 AMG approx 19 2 US gal 73 0 l approx 3 2 US gal 1...

Page 249: ...e or malfunctions resulting from blending oil additives are not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Air conditioner refrigerant R 134a HFC refrigerant and special PAG lubricating oil is used...

Page 250: ...of maximum accelerator pedal position if the vehicle is fully loaded or operating in mountainous terrain Fuel requirements Use only Premium unleaded meeting ASTM standard D 439 The octane number poste...

Page 251: ...fuel quality or from blending specific fuel additives are not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Coolants The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion antifreeze which provid...

Page 252: ...Center Anticorrosion antifreeze Your vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts The use of aluminum components in motor vehicle engines necessitates that anticorrosion antifreeze coolant used in such...

Page 253: ...ed conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance...

Page 254: ...ed indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C c...

Page 255: ...ncy Operation 140 Fluid level 190 Selector lever position 136 252 B BabySmart airbag deactivation system 50 Self test 51 BAS Brake assist system 160 Battery 205 Battery recycling 206 Charge indicator...

Page 256: ...stick 189 Cleaning and care of the vehicle 232 Climate control 86 Air recirculation 90 253 Basic setting 88 Defogging windows 89 Defrosting windshield 89 Rear window defroster 91 Clock Adjusting 73 Co...

Page 257: ...iew Top 226 Emergency tensioning retractor ETR 53 Emergency unlocking in case of accident 33 Emission control 129 Engine compartment 188 Engine oil additives 246 Engine oil consumption 181 Engine oil...

Page 258: ...le 112 255 Fog lamp switch 82 Four wheel electronic traction system 4 ETS 164 Fuel filler flap Manual release 227 Fuel requirements 247 Fuels coolants lubricants etc Capacities 244 Fuses electrical 18...

Page 259: ...tallation 63 Instrument cluster 70 Activating display 73 Indicator lamps 72 256 Instruments and controls 18 Interior General notes 101 Interior lighting 98 J Jump starting 207 L Liftgate 34 Lighter 10...

Page 260: ...3 Off Road driving 150 On board diagnostic system 176 Outside temperature indicator 74 Overhead control panel 21 257 P Panic button 28 Parking 144 Parking brake 141 Part 261 Power assistance 142 Power...

Page 261: ...ning retractor and airbag 60 Seat belt warning lamp 180 Seat belts 44 258 Fastening 46 Seat belt nonusage warning system 45 Unfastening 48 Seat belts and integrated restraint system 44 Seats Heated se...

Page 262: ...d two way radios 126 Telescoping steering column Indicator lamp 180 259 The first 1 000 miles 127 Third row seats 110 Tire inflation pressure 204 Tires Driving instructions 144 Tow away alarm 36 Tow a...

Page 263: ...s station 171 Wheel bolt wrench 184 Wheels 194 Where to find it 14 Windshield washer headlamp cleaning system Refilling 192 Windshield wiper washer switch 84 Wiper blade Replacing 228 260 Technical da...

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