2000 m320 m430 55amg PDF
2000 m320 m430 55amg PDF
2000 m320 m430 55amg PDF
Operators Manual
ML 320
ML 430
ML 55 AMG
Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.
Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Further, it exemplifies your desire
to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service.
Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To ensure your pleasure of
ownership, 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 will be handy for
your reference.
Please abide by the recommendations contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the
operation of your Mercedes-Benz.
Please abide by the warnings and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety
of the vehicle operator and occupants.
We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.
DaimlerChrysler AG
Introduction Doors ................................................. 30 Supplemental restraint
Central locking switch .................... 32 system (SRS) ................................54
Product information .......................... 7 Automatic central locking .......... 32 Emergency tensioning
Roadside assistance ......................... 10 Emergency unlocking in case retractor (ETR) ............................. 55
Where to find it ................................ 14 of accident ................................... 33 Airbags ..............................................56
Reporting Safety Defects ................ 16 Liftgate .............................................. 34 Safety guidelines for the
Antitheft alarm system ................... 35 seat belt, emergency
Instruments and controls Tow-away alarm and tensioning retractor
glass breakage sensor ............... 36 and airbag .....................................63
Instruments and controls ............... 18 Infant and child
Center console ..............................20 Seats, front ....................................... 37
restraint systems ..........................65
Overhead control panel ............... 21 Manual seats ................................ 39
Adjustable steering wheel ..............70
Power seats ................................... 40
Inside rear view mirror .................. 71
Operation Head restraint ...............................41
Antiglare night position .............. 71
Heated seats ..................................... 44
Vehicle keys ...................................... 24 Exterior rear view mirrors .............73
Seat belts and integrated
Start lock-out ....................................25 restraint system .......................... 46 Exterior rear view mirror,
General notes on the electrically folding .......................75
Seat belts .......................................... 46
central locking system ...............26 Instrument cluster ........................... 76
Seat belt nonusage
Central locking system ................... 26 warning system ............................ 47 Indicator lamps in the
Radio frequency instrument cluster ...................... 78
BabySmartTM airbag
remote control ..............................26 deactivation system ................... 53 Trip computer ...................................83
Unlocking the liftgate ..................28 Self-test BabySmartTM Flexible service system (FSS) ........87
Panic button ..................................28 without special child Engine oil level indicator ................89
Mechanical keys ...........................29 seat installed ................................ 53 Exterior lamp switch .......................90
Contents 1
Contents 2
Contents 3
Contents 4
Contents 5
Product information
Introduction 7
Introduction 8
Operators manual
This Operators Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize
yourself with the vehicle before driving.
For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings
contained in this manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others.
Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Your vehicle 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 any equipment,
your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.
Maintenance
The Service Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals.
Always have the Service Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Center for service. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you.
Introduction 9
Introduction 10
Roadside assistance
The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the event of a breakdown.
Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number:
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA)
1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Roadside assistance will be provided in accordance with standard program guidelines which include providing 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 our authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Center technician or the tow service provider on a case by case basis and may be a factor in our ability to respond.
Additional charges may be applicable for a breakdown location determined not to be a reasonably accessible roadside
location as determined by our authorized technician and tow service provider.
For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in your glove box.
Change of address or ownership
If you change your address, be sure to send in the Change of Address Notice found in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Center (in the USA) at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest that we can
contact you should the need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator.
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 the USA) at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
Introduction 11
Introduction 12
We continuously strive to improve our product, and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make
changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations and descriptions in this Operators Manual
might differ from your vehicle.
Optional equipment is also described in this 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.
If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operators Manual, your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures.
The Operators Manual and Service Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.
Warning!
This Sport Utility Vehicle is designed for both on-road and off-road use. It can go places and perform tasks for
which conventional 2-wheel drive passenger cars were not intended. This vehicle will handle and maneuver
differently from conventional passenger cars in driving conditions which may occur on streets, highways and
off-road use.
This vehicle has a higher ground clearance and a higher center of gravity than many passenger cars. As with
other vehicles of this type, if you make sharp turns at excessive speeds or abrupt maneuvers, the vehicle may
roll over or may go out of control and crash. 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 injury.
Before you start to drive this vehicle, read the Operators Manual. Take time to become familiar with the
driving characteristics of this vehicle. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls. Learn how your
vehicle handles on different road surfaces. Do not attempt sharp turns at excessive speeds or abrupt
maneuvers or other unsafe driving actions that can cause loss of vehicle control. When driving off-road or
working the vehicle, do not overload it. And, always wear your seat belts at all times. In a rollover crash, an
unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.
Introduction 13
Introduction 14
Where to find it
Introduction 15
Introduction 16
1 Cup holder, see page 114 16 Auxiliary front fog lamp/rear fog lamp switch, see
page 92
2 Parking brake release, see page 173
17 MCS (Optional Modular Control System), see
3 Parking brake pedal, see page 173 separate operators manual
4 Steering wheel adjustment lever, see page 70 18 Front passenger airbag, see page 56
5 Headlamp washer switch, see page 94 19 Glove box (illuminated with key in steering lock
6 Exterior lamp switch, see page 90 position 1 or 2)
7 Cruise control switch, see page 196 20 Cup holder, see page 114
9 Hazard warning flasher switch, see page 94 22 Air recirculation switch, see page 98
10 Horn (with key in steering lock position 1 or 2), 23 Air conditioner on /off switch, see page 98
Driver airbag, see page 56 24 Air volume control switch
11 Steering lock with ignition /starter switch, see 25 Temperature selector switch
page 162
26 Air distribution switch
12 Switch for exterior rear view mirrors, electrically
folding, see page 75 27 Electrical outlet, see page 230
Contents - Operation 22
Contents - Operation 23
Warning! 1
Start lock-out
Important!
Removing the key from the steering lock activates the
start lock-out. The engine cannot be started.
Turning the key in the steering lock to position 2
deactivates the start lock-out.
The reserve key fits all locks on the vehicle.
For notes on the mechanical keys refer to page 29. Note:
In case the engine cannot be started and the
Note: messages and are shown in the odometer
We recommend that you carry the reserve key with you display field, the system is not operational. Contact an
and keep it in a safe place (e.g. your wallet) so that it is authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center or call
always handy. Never leave the reserve key in the 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100
vehicle. (in Canada).
Unlocking:
Press transmit button once. All turn signal lamps
blink once to indicate that the drivers door and fuel
filler flap are unlocked.
The antitheft alarm system is also deactivated.
Press transmit button a second time to unlock
remaining doors and liftgate.
Notes:
If the fuel filler flap cannot be opened, see page 274.
1 Transmit button If within 40 seconds of unlocking with the remote
Locking control, neither door nor liftgate is opened or the key is
not inserted in the steering lock, the vehicle will
Unlocking automatically lock and reactivate the antitheft alarm
Unlocking liftgate system.
2 PANIC button
3 Release button for master key
Notes:
If the turn signal lamps do not blink three times when
locking the vehicle, a door, the liftgate, or the hood is
not properly closed. Close the respective element and
lock the vehicle again with the remote control.
If the vehicle cannot be locked or 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 270 and page 271.
To activate press and hold button (1) for at least one
Unlocking the liftgate second. An audible alarm and blinking turn signal
lamps will operate for approximately 3 minutes.
Press transmit button to unlock the liftgate. This Additionally the interior lights switch on automatically
also deactivates the antitheft alarm. for approximately 3 minutes.
Important! To deactivate press button (1) again, or press transmit
button , or on the remote control, or
A minimum height clearance of 7 ft. (2.15 m) is turn key in steering lock to position 1.
required to open the liftgate.
Note: Mechanical keys
For operation in the USA only: This device complies The mechanical keys fit all locks on the vehicle.
with Part 15, Subpart C, Section 209 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Notes:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and Use of the key does not operate the central locking
(2) this device must accept any interference received, system or arm or disarm the antitheft alarm system.
including interference that may cause undesired The alarm sounds when unlocking the door. Cancel
operation. alarm by turning key in steering lock to position 1, or
WARNING: Changes or modification not expressly with the remote control by pressing button .
approved by party responsible for compliance could void
the userss authority to operate the equipment.
Doors
P72.10-2103-26
To activate:
With key in steering lock position 2 hold upper portion
of switch (1) for a minimum of 5 seconds.
To deactivate:
With key in steering lock position 2 hold lower portion
1 Locking of switch (2) for a minimum of 5 seconds.
2 Unlocking
The central locking switch is located on the center
console.
The doors and trunk can only be locked with the central
locking switch, if the front doors are closed.
If the vehicle was previously locked with the remote
control, the doors and liftgate cannot be unlocked with
the central locking switch.
Notes: Emergency unlocking in case of accident
If doors are unlocked with the central locking switch The doors unlock automatically a short time after an
after activating the automatic central locking, and accident in which an airbag or emergency tensioning
neither door is opened, then the doors remain unlocked retractor deploys (this is intended to aid rescue and
even at vehicle speeds of approximately 9 mph exit). However, the key must still be in the steering lock
(15 km/ h) or more. position 1 or 2.
If a door is opened from the inside at speeds of Additionally the hazard warning flashers turn on
approximately 9 mph (15 km/ h) or less with the automatically and the interior lights switch on for
automatic central locking activated, the door will again approximately 30 minutes.
be automatically locked at speeds of approximately
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 left front wheel spins at vehicle speeds of
approximately 9 mph (15 km/ h) or more.
To prevent vehicle door locks from locking, deactivate
the automatic central locking.
Liftgate
To open: Important!
From outside of vehicle, pull on handle (2).
In case of danger, the unlocked liftgate can be opened
To close: with the inside or outside handle.
Pull down on recessed grip (3), and close by using the
Only drive with the liftgate closed as otherwise exhaust
grip molding (1).
fumes may enter the vehicle interior.
Antitheft alarm system Operation:
The indicator lamp is located in the center console. Once the alarm system has been armed, the turn signal
lamps will flash rapidly (approximately 3 minutes) and
The antitheft alarm is automatically armed or disarmed
with the remote control by locking or unlocking the the horn will sound intermittently (approximately
30 seconds) when someone:
vehicle.
opens a door,
The antitheft alarm is armed within approximately
15 seconds after locking the vehicle with the remote opens the liftgate,
control.
opens the hood,
A blinking lamp in the center console indicates that the
alarm is armed. breaks a window,
attempts to raise the vehicle.
Notes:
The alarm will stay on even if the activating element (a
Use of the key in the front door locks does not arm or door, for example) is immediately closed.
disarm the antitheft alarm system.
If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an
The alarm sounds when unlocking the drivers door emergency call is initiated automatically. See Tele Aid
with the mechanical key. Cancel alarm by turning key in on page 148.
steering lock to position 1, or with the remote control by
pressing button . Note:
If the vehicle battery voltage falls below 10 volts, the The alarm system will cycle three times when triggered.
alarm is automatically canceled and the antitheft alarm
system is disarmed. When the voltage is above this The interior lights are automatically switched on when
value again, the antitheft alarm system is armed again. the alarm comes on and go out when canceling the
alarm.
Tow-away protection 36
Tow-away alarm and glass breakage sensor The alarm will last approximately 3 minutes in the form
of rapidly flashing 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.
If the alarm stays on for more than 20 seconds, an
emergency call is initiated automatically. See Tele Aid
on page 148.
To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch
off the tow-away alarm and glass breakage sensor before
towing the vehicle, or when parking on a surface subject
to movement, such as a ferry or auto train.
To do so, turn key in steering lock to position 1, then
return it to position 0 and remove key from steering
The switch is located in the overhead console. lock.
The tow-away alarm and glass breakage sensor are part Within 30 seconds, push left or right button. (On
of the antitheft alarm system. vehicles equipped with optional trip computer, push
RESET or MODE button, display shows OFF.)
Once the alarm system has been armed, the turn signal
lamps will flash rapidly and the horn will sound when Exit vehicle, and lock vehicle with remote control.
someone attempts to raise the vehicle, or breaks a The tow-away alarm and glass breakage sensor remain
window and reaches into the passenger compartment. switched off until the key is inserted in steering lock
and turned to position 1.
Seats, front
Warning! Warning!
Do not adjust the drivers seat while driving. When leaving the vehicle always remove the key
Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the from the steering lock, and lock your vehicle.
driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or
Never ride in a moving vehicle with the backrest with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised
reclined. Sitting in an excessively reclined position use of vehicle equipment may cause serious
can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat personal injury.
belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt
would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That
could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The Caution!
backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint Do not remove head restraints except when mounting
when the wearer is in an upright position and the seat covers. For removal see page 43. Whenever head
belt is properly positioned on the body. restraints have been removed be sure to reinstall them
Never place hands under seat or near any moving before driving.
parts while a seat is being adjusted.
Seats 37
Seats 38
Important! Warning!
Prior to operating the vehicle, the driver should adjust Children 12 years old and under must never ride in
the seat height for proper vision as well as fore/ aft the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz
placement and backrest angle to insure adequate authorized BabySmartTM compatible child seat,
control, reach, operation, and comfort. The head which operates with the BabySmartTM system
restraint should also be adjusted for proper height. See installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger
also airbag section on page 56 for proper seat side front airbag when it is properly installed.
positioning. Otherwise they will be struck by the airbag when it
inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal
In addition, also adjust the steering wheel to ensure injury can result.
adequate control, reach, operation, and comfort. According to accident statistics, children are safer
Both the inside and outside rear view mirrors should be when properly restrained in the rear seating
adjusted for adequate rearward vision. positions than in the front seating positions.
Infants and small children must ride in the back
Fasten seat belts. Infants and small children should be seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or
seated in a properly secured restraint system that child restraint system, which is properly secured
complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety with the vehicles seat belt, fully in accordance
Standard 213 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety with the child seat manufacturers instructions.
Standard 213. A childs risk of serious or fatal injuries is
All seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view significantly increased if the child restraints are
mirror adjustments as well as fastening of seat belts not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is
should be done before the vehicle is put into motion. not properly secured in the child restraint.
Manual seats (ML 320) 2 Seat cushion inclination adjustment
Raise lever (2), move seat cushion to desired
position. Release lever.
3 Backrest adjustment
Turn handwheel (3).
4 Head restraint height
Raising:
Pull up on head restraint.
Lowering:
Push button (4), located at top of seat back, and
push down on head restraint.
Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head
We recommend to adjust the manual seat in the approximately at ear level. The head restraint angle
following order: can also be adjusted manually.
See page 43 for removing head restraints.
1 Seat, fore/aft
Lift handle (1), slide seat to desired position and
allow handle to reengage. Check for proper
engagement before driving. The position should be
as far rearward as possible, consistent with ability to
properly operate controls.
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Seats 40
Power seats (standard; optional on model ML 320) We recommend to adjust the power seat in the 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 direction) until a
comfortable seating position is reached that still
allows you to reach the accelerator/brake pedal
safely. The position should be as far rearward as
possible, consistent with ability to properly operate
controls.
3 Seat cushion tilt
The slide switches are located on the entry side of each Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until
front seat base. your legs are lightly supported.
Turn key in steering lock to position 1 or 2 (with the 4 Backrest tilt
drivers or passengers door open, the power seats can Press the switch in the direction of the arrow until
also be operated with the key removed or in steering your arms are slightly angled when holding the
lock position 0). steering wheel.
Only minor personal adjustments, as described below, Head restraint
should then be required.
For exterior rear view mirrors, see page 73;
inside rear view mirror, see page 71;
steering wheel adjustment, see page 70.
Note:
See page 42 for instructions on storing and recalling the
seat position.
Warning!
When leaving the vehicle always remove the key
from the steering lock, and lock your vehicle.
The power seats can also be operated with the
drivers or passenger door open. Do not leave Raising:
children unattended in the vehicle or with access Pull up on head restraint.
to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle
equipment may cause serious personal injury. Lowering:
Push button, located at top of seat back, and push down
on head restraint, see also page 43.
Adjust head restraint to support the back of the head
approximately at ear level. The head restraint angle can
also be adjusted manually.
See page 43 for removing head restraints.
Seats 41
Seats 42
Recalling
To recall a seat position, push and hold one of the
position buttons 1, 2 or 3 until seat movement has
stopped. The seat movement stops when the respective
position button is released.
Caution!
5 Memory button
Do not operate the power seats using the memory
6 Position buttons button if the seat backrest is in an excessively reclined
position. Doing so could cause damage to front or rear
seats.
First move the backrest to an upright position.
Head restraint removal Ensure proper head restraint positioning, see above.
Warning!
For your protection, drive only with properly
positioned head restraints.
Adjust head restraint to support the back of the
head approximately at ear level.
Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head
restraints. Head restraints are intended to help
reduce injuries during an accident.
Removal:
Pull head restraint to its highest position. Push lock
button (arrow) and pull out head restraint completely
with both hands.
Installation:
Insert the head restraint and push it down to the stop.
Push lock button (arrow) and adjust head restraint down
to the desired position.
Seats 43
Seats 44
Heated seats (front, optional on ML 320) Press switch to turn on seat heater:
Seats 45
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Restraint systems 47
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Fastening of seat belts 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 possible on your hips and not
across the abdomen.
Warning!
Always fasten your seat belt before driving off.
Always make sure your passengers are properly
restrained even those sitting in the rear.
1 Latch plate
2 Buckle
3 Release button
Tighten the lap portion to a snug fit by pulling shoulder 4 Button for belt outlet height adjustment
portion up.
To raise, slide belt height adjustment upward.
The shoulder portion of the seat belt must be pulled
snug and checked for snugness immediately after To lower, press button (4) and slide belt outlet
engaging it. downward.
Adjust seat belt so that shoulder portion is located as
Caution!
close as possible to the middle of your shoulder (it
should not touch the neck). For this purpose, you can For safety reasons, avoid adjusting the seat or backrest
adjust the height of the belt outlet. Three positions are into positions which could affect the correct seat belt
available. positioning.
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Warning!
USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY.
Seat belts can only work when used properly.
Never 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 belts help reduce the
likelihood of and potential severity of injuries
in accidents, including rollovers. The
integrated restraint system includes SRS
(driver airbag, front passenger airbag, front
Operation and rear door mounted side impact airbags),
ETR (seat belt emergency tensioning
The inertia reel stops the belt from unwinding during retractors for the outboard passenger seats
sudden vehicle stops or when quickly pulling on the [except in the optional 3rd row seats]), and
belt. The locking function of the reel may be checked by front seat knee bolsters. The system is
quickly pulling out the belt. designed to enhance the protection offered to
properly belted occupants in certain frontal
Unfastening of seat belts (front airbags) and side (side impact airbags)
Push the release button (3) in the belt buckle (2). impacts which exceed preset deployment
thresholds.
Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by
guiding the latch plate (1).
Never wear the shoulder belt under your arm, Each seat belt should never be used for more
against your neck or off your shoulder. In a than one person at a time. Do not fasten a seat
crash, your body would move too far forward. belt around a person and another person or
That would increase the chance of head and other objects.
neck injuries. The belt would also apply too
Belts should not be worn twisted. In a crash,
much force to the ribs or abdomen, which
you wouldnt have the full width of the belt to
could severely injure internal organs such as
manage impact forces. The twisted belt against
your liver or spleen. your body could cause injuries.
Never wear belts over rigid or breakable
Pregnant women should also use a lap-
objects in or on your clothing, such as
shoulder belt. The lap belt portion should be
eyeglasses, pens, keys etc., as these might
positioned as low as possible on the hips to
cause injuries.
avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen.
Position the lap belt as low as possible on your
Never place your feet on the instrument panel
hips and not across the abdomen. If the belt is
or on the seat. Always keep both feet on the
positioned across your abdomen, it could cause
floor in front of the seat.
serious injuries in a crash.
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Airbags
The most effective occupant restraint system yet The passenger front airbag is located in the dashboard
developed for use in production vehicles is the seat belt. ahead of the front passenger.
In some cases, however, the protective effect of a seat
belt can be further enhanced by an airbag.
The driver airbag is located in the steering wheel hub.
3
The side impact airbags are located in the front and rear Door mounted side impact airbags can provide
doors. increased protection to belted outboard occupants on
the impacted side of the vehicle in side impacts
In conjunction with wearing the seat belts, the driver
exceeding its preset threshold.
and front passenger airbags can provide increased
protection for the driver and front passenger in certain
Important!
frontal impacts exceeding preset thresholds.
The operational readiness of the airbag system is
verified by the indicator lamp SRS in the instrument
cluster when turning the key in steering lock to
position 1 or 2. If no fault is detected, the lamp will go
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out after approximately 5 seconds; after the lamp goes In the operational mode, after the indicator lamp has
out, the system continues to monitor the components gone out following the initial check, interruptions or
and circuitry of the airbag system and will indicate a short circuits in the airbag ignition circuit and in the
malfunction by coming on again. If the lamp does not driver and front passenger seat belt buckle harnesses,
come on at all or if it fails to extinguish after and low voltage in the entire system are detected and
approximately 5 seconds or if it comes on thereafter, indicated.
a malfunction in the system has been detected.
The following system components are monitored or Warning!
undergo a self-check: crash-sensor(s), airbag ignition In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated
circuits, front seat belt buckles, emergency tensioning as outlined above, the SRS may not be
retractors, seat sensor. operational. For your safety, we strongly
recommend that you visit an authorized
Initially, when the key is turned from steering lock Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center immediately to
position 0 to positions 1 or 2, malfunctions in the have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may
crash-sensor are detected and indicated (the SRS not be activated when needed in an accident, which
indicator lamp stays on longer than 5 seconds or does could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might
not come on). deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which
could also result in injury.
Have the system checked at your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center immediately.
Front airbags Note:
The driver and front passenger front airbags are Heavy objects on front passenger seat can cause the
designed to activate only in certain frontal impacts side impact airbag to deploy in a crash.
exceeding a preset threshold.
Important!
The front passenger airbag deploys only if the front
passenger seat is occupied and the indicator lamp Airbags are designed to activate only in certain
in the instrument cluster is not illuminated. frontal (front airbags) impacts, or side (side impact
airbags) impacts which exceed preset thresholds.
Note: Only during these types of impacts, if of sufficient
Heavy objects on the front passenger seat can appear to severity to meet the deployment thresholds, will
the SRS to indicate the presence of an occupant in they provide their supplemental protection.
that seat which causes the passenger front airbag to
The driver and passenger should always wear their
deploy in a crash exceeding the appropriate threshold.
seat belts, otherwise it is not possible for the airbags
to provide their intended supplemental protection.
Side impact airbags In cases of other frontal impacts, angled impacts,
The side impact airbags are designed to activate only in roll-overs, other side impacts, rear collisions, or
certain side impacts exceeding a preset threshold. Only other accidents in which the airbags are not
the side impact airbags on the impacted side of the designed to deploy, the airbags will not be activated.
vehicle deploy. The driver and passenger will then be protected by
the fastened seat belts.
The side impact airbag for the front passenger deploys
only if the front passenger seat is occupied. We caution you not to rely on the presence of the
airbags in order to avoid wearing your seat belt.
Side impact airbags operate best in conjunction with a
properly positioned and fastened seat belt.
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In addition, through improper work there is Given the considerable deployment speed and
the risk of rendering the SRS inoperative or the textile structure of the airbags, there is the
causing unintended airbag deployment. Work possibility of abrasions or other injuries
on the SRS must therefore only be performed resulting from airbag deployment.
by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Center. When you sell the vehicle we strongly urge you to give
For your protection and the protection of notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with
others, when scrapping the airbag unit or an SRS by alerting him to the applicable section in the
emergency tensioning retractor, our safety Operators Manual.
instructions must be followed. These
instructions are available at your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Infant and child restraint systems Warning!
We recommend that all infants and children be properly Never release the seat belt buckle while vehicle is
restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion. All in motion, since the special seat belt retractor will
lap-shoulder belts except the drivers seat belt have be deactivated.
special seat belt retractors for secure fastening of child
restraints. Important!
To fasten a child restraint follow child restraint The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in
instructions for routing. Then pull shoulder belt out all 50 states and all Canadian provinces.
completely and let it retract. During the seat belt
retraction a ratcheting sound can be heard to indicate Infants and small children should be seated in an
that the special seat belt retractor is activated. The belt appropriate infant or child restraint system properly
is now locked. Push down on child restraint to take up secured by a lap-shoulder belt, and that complies with
any slack. U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.
To deactivate, release seat belt buckle and let seat belt A statement by the child restraint manufacturer of
retract completely. The seat belt can again be used in compliance with this standard can be found on the
the usual manner. instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction
manual provided with the restraint.
Note:
When using any infant or child restraint system, be sure
For child seats with mounting fittings for tether to carefully read and follow all manufacturers
anchorages refer to page 67 (installation of infant and instructions for installation and use.
child restraint systems).
Please read and observe warning labels affixed to inside
of vehicle and to infant or child restraints.
Restraint systems 65
Restraint systems 66
To secure a tether strap to the anchorage, securely 3 Tether anchorages for second row seats
fasten the hook (1), which is part of the tether strap, to
4 Tether anchorages for third row seats (optional)
the anchorage ring (2). For safety, please make sure that
the hook has attached to the ring beyond the safety This vehicle is provided with three tether
catch, as illustrated. anchorages (3) for a top tether strap behind the
second row seats.
Note:
Do not use the tether anchorages (4) for a top tether
strap on a second row seat.
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Restraint systems 68
Vehicle with third row seats We recommend to install infant and child restraints on
the third row seats.
When using the third row seats observe the following:
Installation of infant and child restraint systems
with a top tether strap is allowed only on both third
row seats plus the center second row seat.
When using the center second row seat for a top
tether strap, the left third row seat should only be
used for a child restraint system, since exiting the
vehicle may not be possible in an emergency due to
the routing of the top tether strap.
To store the left third row seat, see page 126.
Restraint systems 69
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 after starting the
Warning! engine, the adjustable steering column is not locked
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. The properly.
steering wheel must be locked while driving. Do not drive the vehicle until you have properly locked
Adjusting the steering wheel while driving, or the steering column.
driving without the steering wheel locked could
cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
Inside rear view mirror Use your inside mirror to determine the size and
distance of objects seen in the passenger side convex
mirror.
Manual:
Tilt the mirror to the antiglare night position using the
lever (1) at its lower edge.
To deactivate:
Press button (1) again. The indicator lamp in the rear
view mirror goes out. 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 brightness does not respond to
changes in light sensitivity.
The automatic antiglare function does not react, if
incoming light is not aimed directly at sensors in the
mirror.
Automatic (optional on ML 320):
With the key in steering lock position 2 and the Warning!
automatic antiglare function activated, the mirror
reflection brightness responds to changes in light In the case of an accident liquid electrolyte may
escape the mirror housing when the mirror glass
sensitivity. breaks.
To activate: Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not allow the
liquid come into contact with eyes, skin, clothing,
Press button (1). The green indicator lamp in the rear or respiratory system. In cases it does, immediately
view mirror lights up. flush affected area with water, and seek medical
help if necessary.
Exterior rear view mirrors First select the mirror to be adjusted turn switch:
1 Left mirror
2 Right mirror
To adjust, toggle the switch forward, backward or to
either side.
Warning!
Exercise care when using the passenger-side
mirror. The passenger-side exterior mirror is
convex (outwardly curved surface for a wider field
of view). Objects in mirror are closer than they
appear. Check your inside rear view mirror or
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glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.
The switch is located on the center console.
Note:
Turn key in steering lock to position 1 or 2.
After turning off the engine the exterior rear view
mirrors can be operated with a front door opened or
with key in steering lock position 1 for approximately
30 minutes.
Notes:
The exterior rear view mirrors can vibrate if they are
2 not completely folded out.
Before running the vehicle through an automatic car
wash, fold the mirrors in, otherwise they might get
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The switch is located in the dashboard behind the After turning off the engine the exterior rear view
steering wheel. mirrors can be operated with a front door opened or
with key in steering lock position 1 for approximately
1 Press switch to fold mirror out 30 minutes.
Instrument cluster 76
Instrument cluster
1 Coolant temperature gauge, see page 81 7 Speedometer
2 Outside temperature indicator (optional), see 8 Selectable:
page 82
Trip odometer, see page 80
3 Fuel gauge with reserve and fuel cap placement Main odometer, see page 80
warning lamp, see page 220 FSS display, see page 87
Engine oil level indicator, see page 89
4 Left turn signal indicator lamp, see exterior lamp
switch, page 90 9 Right turn signal indicator lamp, see exterior lamp
switch, page 90
5 Knob for odometer /trip odometer readout/ reset,
FSS indicator, and intensity of instrument lamps, 10 Knob for setting clock, see page 80
see page 80
11 Tachometer, see page 82
6 4-ETS+ and ESP warning lamp, see page 221
12 Gear range indicator display, see selector lever
For 4-ETS+ (four wheel electronic traction system), positions, page 168
see page 203;
13 Clock, see page 80
for ESP (electronic stability program), see page 205.
Instrument cluster 77
Instrument cluster 78
Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ESP and 4-ETS+. Adjust driving to road
condition, see page 221
High beam
Brake fluid low, see page 219
BAS malfunction, see page 221 BRAKE EBP malfunction, see page 204
BAS Parking brake engaged, see page 173
ESP ESP malfunction, see page 221
Front passenger airbag automatically
4-ETS+ malfunction, see page 221
switched off, see page 53
ABS malfunction, see page 222 Front fog lamp, see page 92
ABS
Engine oil level low, see page 224 Fasten seat belts,
see page 223
Battery not being charged properly,
Coolant level low, see page 224
see page 223
Instrument cluster 79
Instrument cluster 80
Odometer/trip odometer
Instrument cluster 81
Instrument cluster 82
Warning!
The outside temperature indicator is not designed
to serve as an Ice-Warning Device and is therefore
unsuitable for that purpose. Indicated
temperatures just above the freezing point do not
guarantee that the road surface is free of ice.
Trip computer (standard; optional on model ML 320) To select a mode:
With key in steering lock position 1 or 2, press MODE
key repeatedly to illuminate the display and scroll
through menu for one of the following options:
MODE 1. Date, see page 84.
2. Compass, see page 84.
3. Stop watch, see page 86.
4. Present fuel consumption displays miles per
gallon or liters per 100 km.
5. Average fuel consumption displays miles per
gallon or liters per 100 km, see page 86.
6. Distance remaining with fuel presently in tank.
The trip computer is located in the overhead console.
Note:
Function keys are:
The display flashes when fuel supply drops to the
RESET reserve level. The distance remaining is no longer
MODE shown.
7. Language Press RESET key until the desired
Note: language is displayed. Depending on language
With engine not running, the display switches off selected, information is displayed in that countrys
automatically 30 seconds after the last entry. customary system. See page 86.
8. Trip computer switched off.
Trip computer 83
Trip computer 84
Trip computer 85
Trip computer 86
To calibrate the compass: 7. Without interruption drive two or more full circles
at a speed between 3 mph (5 km /h) and 7 mph
If the vehicle was exposed to a significant magnetic
(10 km /h) during which the message CAL is
zone, such as high voltage power lines, the compass
replaced with a compass bearing (e.g. N, SW etc.),
may have to be calibrated.
immediately followed by three full circles at the
Calibration of the compass should be done in an area same speed, with only the rear window defroster
free of steel superstructures and power lines. All switched on. The defroster can be switched off
electrical consumers (e.g. exterior lamps, climate again. The calibration of the compass is now
control, etc.) should be switched off, doors and liftgate complete.
closed. Do not open or close the roof. An open door or
liftgate triggers the display . Stop watch
Press RESET key to start the count. Press again to
1. Start and run the engine.
stop the count. Press and hold RESET key to reset
2. Press MODE key repeatedly until the compass stop watch.
display appears in the trip computer display.
Average fuel consumption
3. Press RESET key to select the compass zone display.
Press RESET key to delete present reading.
4. Press RESET repeatedly until the correct zone, as
Language
determined from the zone map (see page 85), is
shown in the display. Press RESET key to set the language used in the
display.
5. Press MODE key, CAL appears in the display.
6. Press and hold RESET for a minimum of 2 seconds.
Flexible service system (FSS) The display begins to appear either 30 days or
(service indicator) 2000 miles /km prior 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 steering lock to position 2, or
while driving when reaching the service warning
threshold.
The message can be canceled manually by pressing
button (1).
The next service due date is displayed either in days or
in miles, depending on your driving style.
The FSS permits a flexible service schedule that is
Once the suggested term has passed, the symbol 9
directly related to the operating conditions of the
or plus message, preceded by a (minus symbol)
vehicle.
blinks every time when turning the key in steering lock
The symbol 9 or appears in the main odometer to position 2.
field prior to the next suggested service. Depending on
operating conditions throughout the year, the next Calling up service indicator manually:
service is calculated and displayed in days or distance
Activate the instrument cluster, see page 80.
remaining.
Within 4 seconds press button (1) twice to call up the
FSS display for approximately 10 seconds.
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Note:
With the key removed and a front door open, a warning
sounds if the vehicles exterior lamps (except standing
lamps) are not switched off.
Fog lamp switch (except Canada) Press down rocker switch symbols:
Note:
To signal turns while being towed with hazard warning
flasher in use, turn key in steering lock to position 2 The switch is located in the instrument panel behind the
and activate combination switch for left or right turn steering wheel.
signal in usual manner. Now deactivate the hazard
warning flasher, only the selected turn signal will The headlamp washer can be activated with the key in
operate. Upon canceling the turn signal, the hazard steering lock position 2.
warning flasher must be activated again. Briefly press symbol side of switch.
Windshield wiper/washer switch Move stalk down for:
Intermittent wiping
(Interval is vehicle speed dependent1.
Optional rain sensor: One initial wipe, pauses
between wipes are automatically controlled by a
rain sensor monitoring wetness of windshield.)
Notes:
With vehicle at a standstill, a front door open and
the key in steering lock position 2 there will be no
operation of windshield wipers in intermittent
setting.
Optional rain sensor:
Do not leave in intermittent setting when vehicle
is taken to an automatic car wash or when
Move stalk briefly up for single wipe without adding cleaning the windshield. Wipers will operate in
washer fluid (use only when windshield is wet). presence of water spray at windshield, and wipers
Pull stalk toward steering wheel and hold to activate may be damaged as a result.
wiper and washer.
Move stalk up for:
Wiper off
Normal wiper speed
Fast wiper speed
Windshield wiper/washer 95
Climate control 98
Climate control
1 Air volume control switch To quickly cool down the passenger compartment, turn
temperature selector switch fully to the left to
2 Temperature selector switch
position O. Turn temperature selector to maintain
3 Air distribution switch desired temperature.
4 Air recirculation The air conditioning mode removes considerable
moisture from the air during operation in the cooling
5 Air conditioning mode
mode. It is normal for water to drip on the ground
6 Air volume control for center air outlets, through ducts in the underbody.
turn wheel up to open.
Important!
7 Air volume control for side air outlet,
turn wheel up to open. This vehicle is equipped with an air conditioner system
that uses R134a (HFC: hydrofluorocarbon) as a
8 Center air outlets, adjustable
refrigerant. Repairs should always be performed by a
9 Side air outlets, adjustable qualified technician, and refrigerant should be collected
in a recovery system for recycling.
10 Windshield air outlets
11 Floor outlets Note:
For the air flow-through system to function properly, the
The air conditioning mode only operates with the air vents, located in the left and right side rear
button pushed, the air volume control switch set to passenger compartment trim panel covers, should be
position 1 to 4, and the engine running. kept unobstructed.
Climate control 99
Power windows
Power window switches located on front center console Power window switches located on rear center console
2
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
from the steering lock, and lock the vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle equipment can cause serious personal
injury.
Switches located on front center console
1 Push to open.
2 Push to close.
Sliding /pop-up roof (optional) The sliding/pop-up roof can be operated with key in
steering lock position 1 or 2.
Warning!
When closing the sliding /pop-up roof, be sure that
there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the
closing procedure.
The closing procedure can be immediately reversed
RESET MODE by moving the switch in direction (1) or (3).
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
from steering lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of
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injury.
1 to slide roof open
2 to slide roof closed Notes:
3 to raise roof at rear The sliding/pop-up roof can be opened or closed
manually should an electrical malfunction occur, see
4 to lower roof at rear
page 272.
After turning off the engine the sliding/pop up roof can
be operated for approximately 30 minutes or until a
front door is opened.
Note:
For resynchronizing the express opening feature see
page 272.
RESET MODE
Warning!
When closing the Skyview Top, be sure that there
is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing
procedure.
RESET MODE
The closing procedure can be immediately reversed
by moving the switch in direction (1).
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
from steering lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle equipment can cause serious personal
The Skyview Top can be operated with key in steering injury.
lock position 1 or 2.
Notes:
1 to slide roof open
After turning off the engine the Skyview Top can be
2 to slide roof closed
operated for approximately 30 minutes or until a front
door is opened.
The Skyview Top can be opened or closed manually
should an electrical malfunction occur, see page 273.
Interior lighting
RESET MODE
Lamps above instrument panel Reading lamps in inside rear view mirror
Interior lamps above instrument panel are switched on,
1 Reading lamp, left
and off (soft fade) delayed, when unlocking the vehicle,
or when opening a front door or closing front doors. 2 Push button to switch left reading lamp on and off
With doors closed, push on lamp lens to switch interior 3 Push button to switch right reading lamp on and off
lamps on or off.
4 Reading lamp, right
The reading lamps cannot be switched on and off by the
door contact switches.
1 2 3
Switch for interior lamps/lamps above rear doors 2 Press in to switch interior lamps off (except cargo
compartment lamp).
The interior lamps remain switched off, even when
opening a door.
With rocker switch in center position, the interior
lamps operate as described on previous pages.
Notes:
To prevent the vehicle battery from being discharged,
1 Press to switch lamps above rear doors off. with doors open all interior lamps (except rear cargo
compartment lamp) go out after approximately
To switch both lamps above rear doors on, briefly 30 minutes.
press upper half of switch again.
If an interior lamp is switched on manually, it does not
Note: go out automatically. Before leaving the vehicle, make
sure that all interior lamps are switched off.
With one lamp above rear door illuminated, first the
lamp goes out when pressing upper half of the
switch. Press again to switch both lamps on.
Sun visors Illuminated vanity mirrors
Swing sun visors down to protect against sun glare. With the visor engaged in its inner mounting and with
key in steering lock position 1 or 2, the lamp is switched
If sunlight enters through a side window, disengage
visor from inner mounting, pivot it to the side, and slide on by opening the cover.
it to the desired position.
Warning!
Do not use the vanity mirror while driving.
Warning! Warning!
To help avoid personal injury during a collision or Keep compartment lids closed. This will help to
sudden maneuver, exercise care when stowing prevent stored objects from being thrown about
things. Put luggage or cargo in the trunk if and injuring vehicle occupants during an accident
possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than and sudden maneuvers.
the seat backs.
Luggage nets cannot secure hard or heavy objects.
Glove box Storage compartment below center armrest
Storage compartment under front passenger seat Cup holder in instrument panel
(standard; optional on model ML 320)
The storage compartment under the front passenger Touch top of cover. The cup holder (1) opens
seat is lockable with its separate key (1). automatically.
Note: Caution!
Slide seat rearward to gain easier access to the storage Keep cup holder closed while traveling. Place only
compartment. containers that fit into the cup holder to prevent spills.
Do not fill containers to a height where the contents
could spill during vehicle maneuvers, especially hot
liquids.
Cup holder in rear center console Armrest in rear bench seat
To open cup holder (2), pull down at top of cover. Pull down armrest (1) by its top.
Caution!
Keep cup holder closed while traveling. Place only
containers that fit into the cup holder to prevent spills.
Do not fill containers to a height where the contents
could spill during vehicle maneuvers, especially hot
liquids.
Warning!
Remove front ashtray only with vehicle standing
still. Turn off the engine and set the parking brake.
Otherwise the vehicle might move as a result of
unintended contact with the gear selector lever.
Lighter Warning!
Never touch the heating element or sides of the
lighter, they are extremely hot, hold at knob only.
When leaving the vehicle always remove the key
from the steering lock. Do not leave children
unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle
equipment may cause serious personal injury.
Split rear seat bench To slide rear seat bench fore /aft:
To return seat bench section to sitting position: 4. Install and adjust head restraint.
For installation of head restraints see page 124.
1. Pull lever (1) and raise seat bench section until it
locks in place.
Warning!
2. Pull lock button (2) up, and unfold seat back to
upright position. Check for secure locking by Failure to assure that seats are locked into place
pushing and pulling on the backrest. The red could result in an increased chance of injury in an
accident.
backrest lock indicators at the lock buttons (2) are
not visible in locked position. Never place hands under seat or near any moving
parts while a seat is being adjusted.
3. Pull lever (1) in direction of arrow, and slide seat
bench section rearward to desired position.
Easy entry/exit feature 4. Pull lock button (2) of seat back up, and fold seat
(only in vehicles with third row seats) back forward.
5. Remove respective cargo floor plate, see page 129.
6. Pull lever (6) up, and fold seat bench section
forward.
Two single seats can be unfolded to enlarge the seating 4. Disengage hook (2) and attach belt at hook and loop
area. strip on underside of seat.
5. Fold seat down until it locks securely in place.
To fold seat down:
Important!
1. Remove head restraint from seat cushion.
When seat is correctly unfolded, the red marking on
2. Remove cargo floor plate, see page 129. the seat release (4) should not be visible.
3. Lift tensioner (1) upward to a horizontal position to 6. Store cargo floor plates inside the backrest, see
release tension of the strap. page 130.
7. Pull release lever (3) and unfold seat back until it Warning!
locks securely in place.
Failure to assure that seats are locked into place
8. Install head restraint in seat back. could result in an increased chance of injury in an
accident.
Note: Never place hands under seat or near any moving
For removal and installation of head restraint refer to parts while a seat is being adjusted.
rear seat head restraints on page 124. For your protection, drive only with properly
positioned head restraints.
To store seat:
Adjust head restraint to support the back of the
1. Remove head restraint from seat back. head approximately at ear level.
To install:
Grip into opening (2) and guide pins (3) into attachment
openings (4) until release (5) audibly locks.
The cargo floor plates (1) behind the split rear seat
bench are removable.
To store cargo floor plates, open hook and loop strip (6) Note:
at bottom of backrest of the split rear seat bench and
Before storing the left cargo floor plate, fold it together
insert floor plates (7, arrow). in direction of arrow.
Enlarged cargo area Warning!
The cargo area can be enlarged by moving the rear seat Always lock backrest in its upright position when
bench forward. Also, the left, the right or both sections rear seat bench is occupied by passengers, or cargo
may be folded according to need. is being carried behind the seat bench.
For folding and resetting seating to standard positions, To help avoid personal injury from smaller objects
see page 120. flying in the occupant area during a collision or
sudden maneuver, always use partition net when
transporting cargo, see page 133.
Cargo tie-down rings Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on all
rings with rope of sufficient strength to hold down the
cargo. The cargo area is provided with four tie-down
anchors. Additional two rings are located at the rear of
front seats.
Caution!
While the partition net will help protect you from
smaller objects, it cannot prevent the movement of
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.
Hooks 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 backrests with smaller objects.
The partition net can be installed behind the backrests
of the front or rear seats.
Note:
Passenger use of seats behind installed partition net is
restricted because of the footwell being taken up by the
net.
Installation: 2. Insert tie down hooks (2) in rings (3) behind the
front seats.
1. Engage partition net in holders (1) and close rear
3. Pull on loose ends of tie downs until net is tight.
cover.
For installation behind the rear seats, see next page.
Removal:
Storage:
Loading instructions
The total load weight including vehicle occupants and Always place items being carried against front or rear
luggage/cargo should not exceed the vehicle capacity seat backrests, and fasten them as securely as possible.
weight indicated on the certification label which can be The heaviest portion of the cargo should always be kept
found on the left door pillar.
as low as possible against front or rear seat backrest
The handling characteristics of a fully loaded vehicle since it influences the handling characteristics of the
depend greatly on the load distribution. It is therefore vehicle.
recommended to load the vehicle according to the
For additional safety when transporting cargo while the
illustrations shown, with the heaviest items being rear seats are unoccupied, fasten the outer seat belts
placed towards the front of the vehicle.
crosswise into the opposite side buckles.
Notes: Cargo area cover blind
The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects. The
enlarged cargo area should only be used for items which
do not fit in the trunk alone.
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
load.
In an accident, during hard braking or sudden
maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around
inside the vehicle, and can cause injury to vehicle
occupants unless the items are securely fastened in
the vehicle.
Closing blind:
To help avoid personal injury during a collision or
sudden maneuver, always use partition net when Pull blind (visual protection) across luggage/ cargo area,
transporting cargo. and guide into holders (1) next to liftgate.
Never drive vehicle with the liftgate open. Deadly
carbon monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle Opening blind:
interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. To roll up blind, disengage blind and guide retraction by
its handle.
Installing blind:
Place left side of blind in left mount. Position right side
of blind over right mount. Push button (1), releasing
mounting sleeve to slide into mount.
2
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 area cover
blind installed is restricted.
Removing blind:
Pull right side mounting sleeve toward vehicle center
(arrow) until button (1) engages, and remove blind from
holders.
Telephone, general Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a
built-in or attached antenna (i.e. without being
Warning! connected to an external antenna) from inside the
vehicle while the engine is running. Doing so could
A drivers attention to the road must always be his/ lead to a malfunction of the vehicles electronic
her primary focus when driving. For your safety system, possibly resulting in an accident and
and the safety of others, we recommend that you personal injury.
pull over to a safe location and stop before placing
or taking a telephone call. If you choose to use the
telephone while driving, please use the hands-free See separate instruction manual for instructions on how
device and only use the telephone when road and to operate the telephone.
traffic conditions permit.
Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a Cellular telephone
cellular telephone while driving a vehicle.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph Warning!
(approximately 50 km /h), your vehicle is covering Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a
a distance of approximately 50 feet (approximately cellular telephone while driving a vehicle. Whether
14 m) every second. or not prohibited by law, for safety reasons, the
driver should not use the cellular telephone while
the vehicle is in motion.
Stop the vehicle in an safe location before
answering or placing a call.
Warning!
When programming a garage door opener, the door
moves up or down.
When programming or operating the remote
RESET MODE
Notes:
Certain types of garage door openers are incompatible
with the integrated opener. If you should experience
difficulties with programming the transmitter, contact
1 Signal transmitter keys your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center, or
call Mercedes-Benz Client Assistance Center (in the
2 Portable remote control transmitter
USA only) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer
Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
For operation in the USA only: This device complies 3. Using both hands, simultaneously push the hand-
with Part 15, Subpart C, Section 209 of the FCC Rules. held transmitter button and the desired integrated
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: remote control button. Do not release the buttons
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and until completing step 4.
(2) this device must accept any interference received, 4. The indicator lamp on the integrated remote control
including interference that may cause undesired will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. When the
operation. indicator lamp flashes rapidly, both buttons may be
released (the rapid flashing lamp indicates
WARNING: Changes or modification not expressly successful programming of the new frequency
approved by party responsible for compliance could void signal). To program the remaining two buttons,
the users authority to operate the equipment. follow steps 1 through 4.
1. Turn key in steering lock to position 1 or 2. 1. Turn key in steering lock to position 1 or 2.
2. Select and press the appropriate button to activate 2. Simultaneously holding down the left and right side
the remote controlled device. The integrated remote buttons for approximately 20 seconds, or until the
control transmitter continues to send the signal as control lamp blinks rapidly, will erase the codes of
long as the button is pressed up to 20 seconds. all three channels.
Warning! Warning!
Please do not forget that your primary Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a
responsibility is to drive the vehicle. Only operate built-in or attached antenna (i.e. without being
the MCS, radio or telephone1 if road and traffic connected to an external antenna) from inside the
conditions permit. vehicle while the engine is running. Doing so could
lead to a malfunction of the vehicles electronic
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph system, possibly resulting in an accident and
(approximately 50 km /h), your vehicle is covering personal injury.
a distance of approximately 50 feet (approximately
14 m) every second.
Radio transmitters, such as a portable telephone or a
citizens band unit should only be used inside the
1 Observe all legal requirements. vehicle if they are connected to an antenna that is
installed on the outside of the vehicle.
Refer to the radio transmitter operation instructions
regarding use of an external antenna.
The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) Maintenance
The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the Approximately 30 days or 2 000 miles
break-in period, the more satisfied you will be with its (Canada: 2000 km) prior to the next recommended
performance later on. Therefore, drive your vehicle service, the remaining distance or days are displayed in
during the first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) at moderate the multifunction indicator. See Flexible Service System
vehicle and engine speeds. (FSS) on page 87.
During this period, avoid heavy loads (full throttle We strongly recommend that you have your vehicle
driving) and excessive engine speeds. serviced by your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Avoid accelerating by kickdown. It is not recommended Center, in accordance with the Service Booklet at the
times called for by the FSS.
to brake the vehicle by manually shifting to a lower gear.
We recommend that you select positions 3, 2 or 1 Failure to have the vehicle maintained in accordance
only at moderate speeds (for hill driving). with the Service Booklet at the designated times/
mileage may result in vehicle damage not covered by
After 1 000 miles (1 500 km) speeds may be gradually
increased to the permissible maximum. the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Check regularly and before a long trip, see page 215.
The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response; Initially, after turning the key in steering lock to
automatic and manual emergency, roadside assistance position 2, malfunctions are detected and indicated (the
and information. indicator lamps in the SOS button, the Roadside
Assistance button and Information button
stay on longer than 10 seconds or do not come on). The
message TELE AID PLEASE VISIT WORKSHOP
appears in the MCS display.
Important! Once the emergency call is in progress, the indicator
lamp in the SOS button will begin to flash. The
Always make sure that the indicator lamps in the
message EMERGENCY CALL CONNECTING CALL
SOS button, the Roadside Assistance button and
appears in the MCS display. When the connection is
the Information button do not remain illuminated
established, the message EMERGENCY CALL CALL
constantly in red and the message TELE AID VISIT
CONNECTED appears in the MCS display. All
WORKSHOP is not displayed in the MCS display after
information relevant to the emergency, such as the
the system self check.
location of the vehicle (determined by the GPS satellite
If a malfunction is indicated as outlined above, have the location system), vehicle model, identification number
system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light and color are generated.
Truck Center as soon as possible.
A voice connection between the Response Center and
the occupants of the vehicle will be established
Emergency calls automatically soon after the emergency call has been
initiated. When a voice connection is established the
An emergency call is initiated automatically:
audio system mutes and the message TELE AID
following an accident in which the Emergency EMERGENCY CALL ACTIVE appears in the MCS
Tensioning Retractors (ETRs) or airbags deploy, display. The Response Center will attempt to determine
more precisely the nature of the accident provided they
if the antitheft alarm or the tow away alarm stays on
can speak to an occupant of the vehicle.
for more than 20 seconds, see pages 35 and 36.
An emergency call can also be initiated manually by
opening the cover next to the inside rear view mirror
labeled SOS, then pressing the button (for longer than
2 seconds) located under the cover. See below for
instructions on initiating an emergency call manually.
1
2
Briefly press on cover (1) the cover will open. Press the SOS button (2) briefly (for longer than
2 seconds). The indicator lamp in the SOS button (2)
will flash until the emergency call is concluded. Wait for
a voice connection to the Response Center.
Close the cover (1) after the emergency call is
concluded.
Warning!
When leaving the vehicle always remove the key
from the steering lock, and lock the vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
0 The key can be withdrawn in this position only. The access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of
steering is locked when the key is removed from the vehicle equipment may cause serious personal
injury.
steering lock. If necessary, move steering wheel
slightly to allow the locking mechanism to engage.
The key can only be removed with the selector lever
in position P. After removing the key or with the
key in steering lock position 0, the selector lever is
locked in position P.
Caution! It is therefore recommended that you turn off
unnecessary electrical consumers while driving in stop-
To prevent accelerated battery discharge and a possible
and-go traffic. This precaution helps to avoid draining of
dead battery, always remove the key from the steering
the battery.
lock. Do not leave the key in steering lock position 0.
Unnecessary strain on the battery and charging system
Notes: may be minimized by turning off the following power
consumers, for example: Heated seats, rear window
A warning sounds when the drivers door is opened
defroster.
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.
Important!
When parking the vehicle or before working on the
vehicle with the engine running, firmly depress the
parking brake pedal and shift the selector lever into P.
Warning!
When leaving the vehicle always remove the key
from the steering lock, and lock the vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could
release the parking brake, which could result in an
accident or serious injury.
To engage, firmly depress parking brake pedal (1).
When the key is in steering lock position 2, the brake
warning lamp in the instrument cluster should
come on brightly.
Warning!
If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride
disturbance, or you suspect that possible damage to
your vehicle has occurred, you should turn on the
hazard warning flashers, carefully slow down, and
drive with caution to an area which is a safe
distance from the roadway.
Inspect the tires and under the vehicle for possible
damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have
it towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Center or tire dealer for repairs.
Slope angle:
1 20 in (50 cm)
Ruts:
Select gear range 1 on the automatic transmission,
see page 165.
A number of off-road tracks or other byways have deep
Crossing obstacles: ruts which can cause the undercarriage to come in
Select gear range 1 on the automatic transmission, contact with the ground.
see page 165. Drive next to the ruts rather than through them if at all
possible.
Cross obstacles (e.g. tree stumps or big rocks) very
slowly by aiming one of the front wheels at the center of Notes:
the obstacle, and repeat same with the rear wheel.
Check the vehicle clearance.
Important! Damage on the vehicle definitely increases the chance
Damage on the vehicle definitely increases the chance for a subsequent accident.
for a subsequent accident.
Returning from off-road driving Check for brush or branches caught in the
undercarriage. They could increase the possibility of
Off-road driving increases strain on the vehicle.
a fire, as well as cut fuel and/or brake lines,
We recommend that you inspect the vehicle for possible puncture rubber bellows of the axles or drive shafts.
damage after each off-road trip. Recognizing any
damage and a subsequent timely repair reduces the Warning!
chance of a possible breakdown or accident later on.
If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride
Proceed as follows: disturbance, or you suspect that possible damage to
Switch off the LOW RANGE mode, see page 209. your vehicle has occurred, you should turn on the
hazard warning flashers, carefully slow down, and
Remove excessive dirt from tires, wheels, wheel drive with caution to an area which is a safe
housings, and underbody. For instance, after driving distance from the roadway.
in mud, clean the radiator, chassis, engine, brakes, Inspect the tires and under the vehicle for possible
and wheels from extreme dirt, using a strong jet of damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have
water. it towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Center or tire dealer for repairs.
Inspect frame, oil pan, 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.
Warning!
LOW RANGE ABS
ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics
from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase During off-road driving a special low range system for
braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded the antilock brake system (ABS) is operational with
by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or transmission in LOW RANGE mode, see page 211.
the traction afforded. The ABS cannot prevent
accidents, including those resulting from excessive When applying the service brakes at speeds below
speed in turns, following another vehicle too approximately 18 mph (30 km/ h), the front wheels are
closely, or aquaplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and locked cyclically to shorten the braking distance (dig in
skillful driver can prevent accidents. The effect). This affects steering the vehicle.
capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never
be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner
which could jeopardize the users safety or the
safety of others.
Four-wheel electronic traction system (4-ETS+) 4-ETS+ Control
With the key in steering lock position 2, the yellow If the yellow 4-ETS+ malfunction indicator lamp {
4-ETS+ malfunction indicator lamp { and the 4-ETS+ comes on while the 4-ETS+ warning lamp v flashes,
warning lamp v come on and should go out when the electronic traction system is being switched off
the engine is running. temporarily to prevent overheating of the drive wheel
brakes.
The 4-ETS+ improves vehicles ability to utilize available
traction, especially under slippery road conditions. The If the 4-ETS+ malfunction indicator lamp { comes on
brakes are applied to the spinning wheel and power is with the engine running, a malfunction has been
transferred to the wheel(s) with traction. detected.
The 4-ETS+ warning lamp v, located in the Have the 4-ETS+ checked at your authorized
speedometer dial, starts to flash at any vehicle speed, as Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible.
soon as the tires lose traction and the wheels begin to
With the ABS malfunctioning, the 4-ETS+ is also
spin.
switched off.
Important!
Caution!
If the 4-ETS+ warning lamp v flashes:
If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised (see
during take-off, apply as little throttle as possible, towing the vehicle on page 255), or when testing the
parking brake on a brake test dynamometer, the engine
while driving, ease up on the accelerator.
must be shut off (key in steering lock position 0 or 1).
Otherwise, the electronic traction system will
Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road
immediately be engaged and will apply the rear wheel
conditions.
brakes.
Warning!
ESP should not be switched off during normal
driving other than in circumstances described
above. Disabling of the system will reduce vehicle
stability in standard driving maneuvers.
When the ESP warning lamp is illuminated
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Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road
ESP control switch located in center console. conditions.
To switch ESP off, press upper half of switch.
ESP warning lamp v, located in speedometer dial, With the ESP system switched off, the engine torque
comes on. reduction feature is cancelled. Therefore, the enhanced
To switch ESP on again, press lower half of switch. vehicle stability offered by ESP is unavailable.
ESP warning lamp v, located in speedometer dial, Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road
goes out. conditions.
A portion of the ESP system remains active, even with
the switch in the OFF position.
Important!
If the ESP warning lamp flashes:
during take-off, apply as little throttle as possible,
while driving, ease up on the accelerator.
Transmission control LOW RANGE mode Failure to do so may result in transmission/engine
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
on page 183.
Switching on:
Important!
When refueling vehicle make certain that no gasoline
comes into contact with plastic taillamp, to prevent
damaging the lens.
Model ML 55 AMG:
The first aid kit is stored inside the spare wheel cover
located in the cargo compartment.
Open buckles and remove spare wheel cover,
see page 242.
Fuse box in engine compartment Auxiliary fuse box in front passenger footwell
1 Fuse box in engine compartment 2 Auxiliary fuse box in front passenger compartment
To gain access to the fuse box, release clamps To gain access to the fuse box, turn both locks (3)
(arrows), lift the fuse box cover (1) up and remove it. 90 counterclockwise and remove cover in direction
of arrow.
To close the fuse box, engage back end of cover,
close, and secure with clamps. To close the fuse box, engage back end of cover, slide
the cover towards vehicle front and secure by
turning both locks (3) clockwise to the stop.
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Note:
The electrical outlets can be used to accommodate
accessories (e.g. air pump, auxiliary lamps) up to
maximum 180 W.
Warning!
To help avoid personal injury during a collision or
sudden maneuver, always use partition net when
Two electrical outlets can be found, one at the front transporting cargo. Always fasten items being
passenger footwell, and the other in the rear carried as securely as possible using cargo tie-
compartment (always operational). down rings and fastening materials appropriate for
the weight and size of the load.
Hood
To open: Pull handle (2) to its stop out of radiator grill and open
hood (do not pull up on handle).
To unlock the hood, pull release lever (1) under the
drivers side of the instrument panel. At the same time a
To close:
handle (2) will extend out of the radiator grill (it may be
necessary to lift the hood up slightly). Lower hood and let it drop into lock from a height of
approximately 1 ft. (30 cm).
Caution!
To avoid hood damage, please make sure that hood is
To avoid damage to the windshield wipers or hood, open fully closed. If not, repeat closing procedure. Do not
the hood only with wipers in the parked position. push down on hood to attempt to fully close it.
2 Oil filler cap See page 224 for low engine oil level warning.
Warning!
Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flammable. Do
not spill washer solvent /antifreeze on hot engine
parts, because it may burn. You can be seriously
burned.
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The vehicle jack, wheel bolt wrench and screwdriver are Unscrew plastic nut (1) and lift out vehicle jack.
located in the rear cargo compartment behind the cover See illustration for proper storage of jack and wheel bolt
in the right side trim panel.
wrench.
To get to tools, first remove trim panel cover by turning
both handles to left, and then swing aside CD-player (if
so equipped).
Air pump (ML 55 AMG)
Caution!
Exercise care when removing or installing spare wheel Removing spare wheel (space-saver tire):
to prevent personal injury.
1. Open buckle of clamp, then remove cover (1).
2. Unscrew the three wheel bolts using wrench
supplied with vehicle tools, and take out space-saver
spare wheel, and remove the air pump from its
compartment.
Important! Space-saver tire (except ML 55 AMG)
To realize the total crumple zone 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 249 for
detailed instructions.
When storing the space-saver spare wheel in its holder,
tighten the three wheel bolts with a tightening torque of
37 ft.lb. (50 Nm).
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Warning!
The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the
vehicle at the jack take-up 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 jack. Keep hands and feet away
from the area under the lifted vehicle. Always
firmly set parking brake and block wheels before
raising vehicle with jack.
Do not disengage parking brake while the vehicle is
raised. Be certain that the jack is always vertical
when in use, especially on hills. Always try to use Position vehicle jack only at the jack take-up bracket
the jack on level surface. Be sure that the jack arm when raising the vehicle.
end is fully seated in the jack take-up bracket.
Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient capacity
jackstands before working under the vehicle.
Important!
The vehicle doors lock if the left front wheel rotates with
the engine running. Do not leave the engine running
while changing a wheel.
Warning!
Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or
rusted.
Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts.
1
4 Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired
3 immediately.
2
5 Incorrect mounting bolts or improperly tightened
mounting bolts can cause the wheel to come off.
This could cause an accident. Be sure to use the
correct mounting bolts.
Notes:
Using the wrench, tighten the five bolts evenly, The removed road wheel cannot be stored in the
following the sequence illustrated, until all bolts are space-saver wheel carrier or inside the storage
tight. Observe a tightening torque of 110 ft.lb. (150 Nm). compartment in the rear cargo area (ML 55 AMG), but
Ensure proper tire pressure. should be transported in the rear cargo compartment
wrapped in a protective cover supplied with the vehicle.
The protective cover is located in the rear cargo
compartment behind the cover in the right side trim
panel.
Model ML 55 AMG:
Store air pump in its proper location. Close and latch the
spare wheel cover, see page 239.
Inflating the space-saver tire (ML 55 AMG only) 5. Plug air pump electrical plug (2) into electrical
outlet in front passenger footwell or rear cargo
compartment.
6. Start the engine and switch on the air pump.
Warning!
When working on the vehicle with the engine
running, always set the parking brake in addition
2 to shifting the gear selector lever to position P.
Battery 252
Therefore, we strongly recommend that you have the Note:
battery charge checked frequently, and corrected if
After reconnecting the battery also set the clock in
necessary, especially if you use the vehicle less than
instrument cluster (see page 80), set date in trip
approximately 200 miles (300 km) per month,
computer (see page 83), resynchronize the sliding/pop-
mostly for short distance trips, or if it is not used for up roof (see page 272), the Skyview Top (see page 273)
long periods of time.
and the electronic stability program (ESP) (see
Only charge a battery with a battery charger after the page 206).
battery has been disconnected from the vehicles
electrical circuit.
Battery recycling
Always disconnect the battery negative lead first and
Batteries contain material that can harm the
connect last.
environment with improper disposal.
When removing and connecting the battery, always
Large 12 Volt storage batteries contain lead.
make sure that all electrical consumers are off and the
key is in steering lock position 0. The battery must Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of
always be securely installed when the vehicle is in disposal.
operation. During removal and installation always
Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old
protect the disconnected battery positive (+) terminal
batteries for recycling.
with the cover attached to the battery.
While the engine is running the battery terminal clamps
must not be loosened or detached, otherwise the
generator and other electronic components would be
damaged.
Jump starting Important!
A discharged battery can freeze at approximately +14F
Warning! (10C). In that case, it must be thawed out before
Failure to follow these directions will cause jumper cables are used. Attempting to jump start a
damage to the electronic components, and can lead frozen battery can result in it exploding, causing
to a battery explosion and severe injury or death. personal injury.
Never lean over batteries while connecting or jump Jumper cable specifications:
starting, you might get injured.
Minimum cable cross-section of 25 mm 2 or
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow approximately 2 AWG
this fluid to come in contact with eyes, skin or
clothing. In case it does, immediately flush affected Maximum length of 11.5 ft. (3.5 m).
area with water, and seek medical help if If the battery is discharged, the engine should be started
necessary.
with jumper cables and the (12 V) battery of another
A battery will also produce hydrogen gas, which is vehicle.
flammable and very explosive. Keep flames or
sparks away from battery, avoid improper Only use 12 V battery to jump start your vehicle. Jump
connection of jumper cables, smoking etc.. starting with more powerful battery could damage the
vehicles electrical systems, which will not be covered
Read all instructions before proceeding. by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
The battery is located in the engine compartment.
1. Position the vehicle with the charged battery so that 5. Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery
the jumper cables will reach, but never let the and run at high idle. Make sure the cables are not
vehicles touch. Make sure the jumper cables do not on or near pulleys, fans, or other parts that move
have loose or missing insulation. when the engine is started. Allow the discharged
battery to charge for a few minutes. Start engine of
2. On both vehicles:
the disabled vehicle in the usual manner.
Turn off engine and all lights and accessories,
6. After the engine has started, remove jumper cables
except hazard warning flashers or work lights.
by exactly reversing the above installation
Apply parking brake and shift selector lever to sequence, starting with the last connection made
position P. first. When removing each clamp, make sure that it
does not touch any other metal while the other end
Important!
is still attached.
3. Clamp one end of the first jumper cable to the
positive (+) under hood terminal of the discharged Notes:
battery and the other end to the positive (+) terminal If engine does not run after several unsuccessful
of the charged battery. Make sure the cable clamps starting attempts, have it checked at the nearest
do not touch any other metal parts. authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
4. Clamp one end of the second jumper cable to the Excessive unburned fuel may damage the catalytic
grounded negative () terminal of the charged converter.
battery and the final connection to the negative ()
terminal of the discharged battery.
Towing the vehicle
Important!
When towing the vehicle, please, note the following:
With the automatic central locking activated and the
engine running, the vehicle doors lock if the left front
wheel is turning at vehicle speeds of approximately
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9 mph (15 km /h) or more.
To prevent the vehicle door locks from locking, The front towing eye is located on the passenger side
deactivate the automatic central locking, see page 32. below the bumper.
Towing 255
Towing 256
ML 320, ML 430
Warning!
In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury,
use extreme caution when removing the cover,
because the rear exhaust pipe is extremely hot.
Cover removal:
Grip cover at bottom and pull out.
Cover installation:
Engage cover and press in securely.
Towing 257
Towing 258
To be certain to avoid additional damage to the vehicle Caution!
powertrain, however you should do the following:
If the vehicle is towed with the front axle raised, the
With damage to front axle, raise front axle. Remove engine must be shut off (key in steering lock position 1).
flexible drive shaft between rear axle and transfer Otherwise, the 4-ETS+ may become engaged which may
case cause loss of towing control. Switch off the tow-away
alarm (see page 36) as well as the ESP (see page 207).
With damage to rear axle, raise rear axle and tow
vehicle with wheel lift or dolly placed under front
wheels. Warning!
With damage to transfer case, remove flexible drive With the engine not running, there is no power
shafts to the drive axles. assistance for the braking and steering systems. In
this case, it is important to keep in mind that a
considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to
Note: brake and steer the vehicle.
Always install new self-locking nuts when reinstalling
the flexible drive shaft. Note:
To signal turns while being towed with hazard warning
flasher in use, turn key in steering lock to position 2
and activate combination switch 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 activated again.
Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking Stranded vehicle
Freeing a stranded vehicle, on which the wheels are dug
into sand or mud, should be done with the greatest of
care, especially if the vehicle is heavily loaded.
Avoid pulling the vehicle jerkily or diagonally, since it
could result in damage to the chassis alignment.
Never try to free a vehicle that is still coupled to a
trailer.
If possible, a vehicle equipped with trailer hitch receiver
should be pulled backward in its own previously made
tracks.
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1 Headlamp vertical adjustment screw 5 Electrical connector for low beam headlamp bulb
2 Headlamp horizontal adjustment screw 6 Electrical connector for high beam headlamp bulb
3 Headlamp cover with locking tab 7 Level for headlamp vertical adjustment
4 Bulb socket for turn signal, parking, standing, and 8 Scale for headlamp horizontal adjustment
side marker lamp
9 Auxiliary fog lamp (if so equipped)
1 Headlamp vertical adjustment screw 5 Electrical connector for low beam headlamp bulb
2 Headlamp horizontal adjustment screw 6 Electrical connector for high beam headlamp bulb
3 Headlamp cover with locking tab 7 Auxiliary fog lamp (if so equipped)
4 Bulb socket for turn signal, parking, standing, and
side marker lamp
Bulbs for high beam (only Halogen headlamps) Xenon (optional)
H1 U (55 W) Bulb for low beam
Bulbs for low beam
H7 (55 W) Warning!
Open hood. Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps, it is
dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp
Push down tab at top end of cover (3) and remove. Pull and its components. We recommend that you have
off electrical connector (5 or 6). Unhook and move aside such work done by a qualified technician.
clamping ring. Remove bulb.
Insert new bulb (seating properly in cutouts of bulb Xenon (optional)
socket), mount clamping ring. Reinstall and push Bulb for high beam
electrical connector on securely. Reinstall cover (3).
Note:
Vehicles with Xenon headlamps:
We recommend that you have changed the bulb for the
high beam by a qualified technician.
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Pull off electrical connector (2). Carefully slide lamp slightly towards rear (arrow), lift
away its front end first, then remove lamp from panel.
Squeeze tabs (3) together and remove bulb holder.
Twist bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out. Pull
Push bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and
bulb out of socket.
remove.
Insert new bulb in socket. Reinstall bulb socket.
Insert new bulb in socket, push in and twist clockwise.
Reinstall bulb holder. To reinstall lamp, set rear end of lamp into panel and let
front end snap into place.
Reinstall electrical connector (2).
Reinstall taillamp.
License plate lamps (C 5 W [tubular] bulb) High mounted stop lamp (1073 [32 cp bulb])
P82.10-2347-26 P82.10-2346-26
Remove both securing screws, remove lamp and take To replace bulb, squeeze both sides (1, arrows) of cover,
out bulb. fold forward and remove.
Press tab (2, arrow) on reflector and remove reflector.
Press bulb down, turn counterclockwise and remove.
Insert new bulb in socket, push in and twist clockwise.
Reinstall reflector.
Position tabs of cover in slots (3, arrows) and reinstall
cover until properly seated.
Note:
If it is not possible to resynchronize the remote control,
have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-
Benz Light Truck Center.
Important!
After manually operating the sliding/pop-up roof, a
timing synchronization is needed for future electrical
operation of the roof. To do so, remove fuse for sliding/
pop-up roof operation, located in fuse box, for one
The sliding/pop-up roof can be opened or closed second and reinstall. Now push and hold switch until
manually should an electrical malfunction occur. the sliding/ pop-up roof is fully raised. Continue to hold
switch for another second.
The sliding/pop-up roof drive is located behind the
cover between the front interior lamps.
The Skyview Top can be opened or closed manually Insert crank (3) into right side motor.
should an electrical malfunction occur.
The drive for the Skyview Top is located behind a Note:
cover (1) in the rear compartment headliner. Push crank upward while turning it, to disengage the
electric motor.
Remove cover to gain access to the drive motors.
Obtain crank (3) (located at left side motor). To close the Skyview Top: turn crank clockwise.
Remove plug (2) from holder, located next to the motors, To open the Skyview Top: turn crank counterclockwise.
and insert into left side drive motor to declutch the
motor.
ML 55 AMG:
First remove the space-saver tire from its holder, see
page 242.
Replacing wiper blades Replacing windshield/rear window wiper blade
For safety reasons, remove key from steering lock before
replacing the wiper blade, otherwise the motor can
suddenly turn on and cause injury.
3
Notes: 1
Do not open engine hood with wiper arm folded forward. 4
Installation:
Slide wiper blade into end of wiper arm until it locks in
place.
Note:
When ordering spare parts, please specify vehicle
identification and engine numbers.
Model ML 320 (163 154)1 ML 430 (163 172)1 ML 55 AMG (163 174)1
Engine 112 113 113
Mode of operation 4-stroke engine, 4-stroke engine, 4-stroke engine,
gasoline injection gasoline injection gasoline injection
No. of cylinders 6 8 8
Bore 3.54 in (89.90 mm) 3.54 in (89.90 mm) 3.82 in (97.00 mm)
Stroke 3.31 in (84.00 mm) 3.31 in (84.00 mm) 3.62 in (92.00 mm)
3 3
Total piston displacement 195.2 cu.in. (3199 cm ) 260.6 cu.in. (4266 cm ) 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 268 hp/5750 rpm 342 hp/5500 rpm
(160 kW/5600 rpm) (200 kW/5750 rpm) (255 kW/ 5500 rpm)
Maximum torque acc. to 233 ft.lb/ 3000 rpm 288 ft.lb /3000 rpm 376 ft.lb /2800 rpm
SAE J 1349 (315 Nm /3000 rpm) (390 Nm /3000 rpm) (510 Nm /2800 rpm)
Maximum engine speed 6000 rpm 6000 rpm 6000 rpm
Firing order 1-4-3-6-2-5 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8
Poly-V-belt 2390 mm 2390 mm 2390 mm
1 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
Spare wheel
Rim (standard equipment)
Steel 4 J x 18 H 2 ET0 4 J x 18 H 2 ET0 4 J x 18 H 2 ET0
Wheel offset 0 in (0 mm) 0 in (0 mm) 0 in (0 mm)
Space-saver tire T155 /90 D18 113M 1 T155/90 D18 113M1 T155/ 90 D18 113M 1
Model ML 55 AMG
Rims (light alloy) 81/2 J x 17 H2 ET 52
Wheel offset 2.0 in (52 mm)
All season tires:
Radial-ply tires 275 /55 R 17 109H
Weights
(see certification tag)
Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore use only brands tested and recommended
by us. Please refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet, or inquire at your Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Center.
Warning!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on
straight ahead braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Warning!
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, The temperature grade for this tire is established
representing the tires resistance to the generation of for a tire that is properly inflated and not
heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory excessive loading, either separately or in
test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the combination, can cause excessive heat build up
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and possible tire failure.
and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire
failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger vehicle tires must
meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test wheel than the
minimum required by law.
Index 300
Index Ashtray
Center console, front ................................................ 118
Rear passenger compartment ................................. 118
A Automatic central locking ..............................................32
Automatic transmission ................................................165
ABS (Antilock brake system) ....................................... 201 Emergency Operation ...............................................172
LOW RANGE ABS ..................................................202 Fluid level .................................................................. 234
Malfunction indicator lamp .....................................222 Selector lever position ..............................................168
Adjustable steering wheel .............................................. 70 Transmission selector lever,
Indicator lamp ...........................................................222 manually unlocking 259
Adjusting headlamp aim ...............................................268
Air conditioner refrigerant ...........................................294
Air pump .........................................................................239 B
Air recirculation ............................................................ 102
BabySmart TM airbag deactivation system .....................53
Airbag deactivation system ............................................ 53
Self-test .........................................................................53
Airbag OFF indicator lamp ...........................................222
BAS (Brake assist system) ............................................199
Airbags ..............................................................................56
Malfunction indicator lamp .....................................221
Alarm system ............................................................. 35, 36
Battery .............................................................................251
Anticorrosion/antifreeze ....................181, 235, 293, 297
Battery recycling ...................................................... 252
Antiglare night position ................................................. 71
Charge indicator lamp ............................................. 223
Antilock brake system (ABS) ....................................... 201
Battery, remote control ................................................. 270
LOW RANGE ABS ..................................................202
Block heater ....................................................................182
Malfunction indicator lamp .....................................222
Blocking of rear door windows ....................................105
Antitheft alarm system ................................................... 35
Brake assist system (BAS) ............................................199
Aquaplaning ................................................................... 178
Malfunction indicator lamp .....................................221
Brake fluid ............................................................. 175, 294 Central locking system ....................................................26
Brake warning lamp ................................................. 219 Automatic central locking .........................................32
Capacity ......................................................................293 Locking and unlocking ...............................................27
Brake pad wear indicator .............................................225 Mechanical keys ..........................................................29
Brake warning lamp ...................................................... 219 Panic button .................................................................28
Brake fluid low .......................................................... 219 Remote control ............................................................26
Brakes ....................................................173, 175, 293, 294 Unlocking the liftgate .................................................28
Vehicle keys .................................................................24
Changing wheels ........................................................... 245
C Inflating the space-saver tire ................................. 249
Capacities Charge indicator lamp .................................................. 223
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ...............................292 CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp ............ 218
Cargo area ....................................................................... 131 Check regularly and before a long trip ....................... 215
Hooks .......................................................................... 133 Checking engine oil level
Loading instructions ................................................ 136 Via engine oil level indicator ....................................89
Cargo area cover blind .................................................. 137 Via oil dipstick .......................................................... 233
Cargo compartment lamp ..............................................111 Child restraint ..............................................38, 46, 53, 65
Cargo floor plates Cleaning and care of the vehicle ................................ 278
Removable ..................................................................129 Climate control .................................................................98
Storage ........................................................................ 130 Air recirculation ........................................................102
Cargo tie-down rings ..................................................... 132 Basic setting ...............................................................100
Catalytic converter ........................................................ 160 Defogging windows ................................................... 101
Cellular telephone ......................................................... 139 Defrosting windshield .............................................. 101
Center console ..................................................................20 Dust filter ...................................................................102
Central locking switch ....................................................32 Rear window defroster .............................................103
Special settings ......................................................... 101
Index 301
Index 302
Clock, adjusting ............................................................... 80 Doors ..................................................................................30
Compartment under front passenger seat ..................116 Drinking and driving ..................................................... 174
Consumer information ..................................................298 Drive sensibly - save fuel .............................................. 174
Control and operation of radio transmitters ............. 146 Driving instructions ...................................................... 174
Coolant level Driving off ....................................................................... 176
Adding ........................................................................235
Checking ....................................................................234
Low engine coolant level warning ..........................224 E
Coolant temperature gauge ............................................ 81 EBP (Electronic brake proportioning) ........................ 204
Coolants ...........................................................................296 Electrical outlet ............................................................. 230
Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity .........................296 Electronic brake proportioning (EBP) ........................ 204
Low engine coolant level warning ..........................224 Electronic stability program (ESP) ............................. 205
Cover blind, cargo area ................................................. 137 Control switch .......................................................... 207
Cruise control ................................................................. 196 Malfunction indicator lamp .....................................221
Cup holder Synchronizing .......................................................... 206
Instrument panel .......................................................116 Warning lamp ............................................................221
Rear center console ...................................................117 Electronic traction system (4-ETS+) ........................... 203
LOW RANGE 4-ETS ............................................... 204
D Malfunction indicator lamp .....................................221
Emergency call
Daytime running lamps .................................................. 91 See Tele Aid ...............................................................148
Deep water Emergency operation of Skyview Top ....................... 273
Driving instructions ................................................. 181 Emergency tensioning retractor (ETR) .........................55
Defroster, rear window .................................................. 103 Emergency unlocking in case of accident ...................33
Display illumination ........................................................80 Emission control ............................................................ 161
Emission control label ..................................................285 ETR (Emergency tensioning retractor) .........................55
Engine compartment ..................................................... 231 ETS (4-ETS+) .................................................................. 203
Engine malfunction LOW RANGE 4-ETS+ ............................................ 204
CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp ....... 218 Exterior lamp switch .......................................................90
Engine oil additives .......................................................294 Exterior lamps ............................................................... 260
Engine oil consumption ................................................234 Adjusting headlamp aim ......................................... 268
Engine oil level Auxiliary fog lamp .............................................92, 264
Checking ............................................................. 89, 233 Fog lamps .....................................................................93
Warning ......................................................................224 Headlamp assembly ......................................... 261, 262
Engine oil level indicator ................................................ 89 Headlamps .................................90, 261, 262, 268, 280
Engine oils ......................................................................294 High mounted stop lamp ......................................... 267
Capacities ...................................................................292 License plate lamps ................................................. 267
Low engine oil level warning ..................................224 Low and high beam ............................................90, 263
Engine overheating ......................................................... 81 Parking lamp ......................................................90, 264
Engine speed limit Replacing bulbs ........................................................ 260
Overrevving ................................................................. 82 Side marker lamp ..................................................... 264
Enlarged cargo area ....................................................... 131 Standing lamp .....................................................90, 264
Entrance lamps ...............................................................112 Taillamp assemblies ................................................ 265
ESP Turn signal lamp ................................................90, 264
LOW RANGE ESP ..................................................208 Turn signal lamp, side ............................................. 266
ESP (Electronic stability program) ..............................205 Exterior rear view mirrors ..............................................73
Control switch ...........................................................207 Electrically folding ......................................................75
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................................... 221
Synchronizing ...........................................................206
Warning lamp ............................................................221
Index 303
Index 304
F G
First aid kit .....................................................................228 Garage door opener .......................................................140
Flexible service system (FSS) ........................................87 Gasoline
FSS indicator lamp ............................................ 79, 225 Additives .................................................................... 296
Floor plates Fuel requirements ................................................... 295
Removable ..................................................................129 Premium unleaded .................................................. 295
Fog lamp switch ........................................................ 92, 93 General notes on the central locking system ..............26
Four ETS Glass breakage sensor ....................................................36
LOW RANGE 4-ETS+ .............................................204 Glove box ......................................................................... 115
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................................... 221
Four wheel electronic traction system (4-ETS+) .......203
Malfunction indicator lamp ..................................... 221 H
Fuel Hazard warning flasher switch .....................................94
Gasoline additives ....................................................296 Head restraints
Premium unleaded gasoline ................. 213, 293, 295 Adjusting ......................................................................43
Fuel filler flap Front ..............................................................................43
Manual release .......................................................... 274 Front, removal .............................................................43
Fuel requirements .........................................................295 Rear .............................................................................124
Fuel reserve warning ....................................................220 Removal ............................................................... 43, 125
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - Capacities ..............292 Headlamp aim, adjusting ............................................. 268
Fuses, electrical .............................................................228 Headlamp assembly
Halogen .......................................................................261
Xenon ......................................................................... 262
Headlamp cleaning system ............................................ 94 Instruments and controls ............................................... 18
Headlights .........................................................................90 Interior
Heated seats .....................................................................44 General notes ............................................................. 114
Hood .................................................................................231 Interior lighting .............................................................. 110
Hooks ............................................................................... 133
J
I
Jump starting ................................................................. 253
Identification labels .......................................................285
Illuminated vanity mirrors ............................................113
Indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ...................78 K
Infant and child restraint system Keys, vehicle .....................................................................24
Installation ................................................................... 67
Infant and child restraint systems ................................ 65
Inflating the space-saver tire .......................................249 L
Information call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 148 Lamps, exterior .............................................................. 260
Instrument cluster ........................................................... 76 Adjusting headlamp aim ......................................... 268
Activating display ....................................................... 80 Auxiliary fog lamp .............................................92, 264
Display illumination ................................................... 80 Fog lamps .....................................................................93
Indicator lamps ...........................................................78 Headlamp assembly ......................................... 261, 262
Malfunction and indicator lamps ........................... 218 Headlamps .................................90, 261, 262, 268, 280
Instrument lamps ............................................................ 80 High mounted stop lamp ......................................... 267
License plate lamps ................................................. 267
Low and high beam ............................................90, 263
Index 305
Index 306
Parking lamp ...................................................... 90, 264 M
Replacing bulbs .........................................................260
Side marker lamp ......................................................264 Maintenance ...................................................................147
Standing lamp .................................................... 90, 264 Malfunction and indicator lamps in the instrument
Taillamp assemblies .................................................265 cluster ......................................................................... 218
Turn signal lamp ................................................ 90, 264 Manual locking/unlocking the doors ...........................29
Turn signal lamp, side .............................................266 Manual operation of Skyview Top .............................. 273
Layout of poly-V-belt ......................................................286 Manual operation of sliding/pop-up roof .................. 272
Liftgate ............................................................................... 34 Manual seat, front ............................................................39
Unlocking .....................................................................28 MCS, radio and telephone ............................................146
Lighter ..............................................................................119 Mechanical keys ...............................................................29
Limp home mode (Automatic transmission) ............. 172 Memory .............................................................................42
Loading instructions ..................................................... 136 Recalling .......................................................................42
Lockable storage compartment .....................................116 Storing ...........................................................................42
Locking and unlocking the vehicle ...............................27 Mirror, exterior, adjusting ..............................................73
Low engine coolant level warning ..............................224 Mirror, exterior, rear view ..............................................73
Low engine oil level warning .......................................224 Mirror, inside, rear view ................................................. 71
LOW RANGE Mirrors, vanity ................................................................ 113
Indicator lamp ...........................................................221
LOW RANGE mode ........................................................209
LOW RANGE 4-ETS+ .............................................204
LOW RANGE ABS ..................................................202
LOW RANGE ESP ...................................................208
O Power windows ...............................................................104
Blocking of rear door windows ...............................105
Obtaining replacement keys ..........................................25 Express opening of front door windows ................105
Odometer/Trip odometer ................................................ 80 Problems with your vehicle ............................................ 15
Off-Road driving ............................................................. 183 Product information .......................................................... 7
On-board diagnostic system ......................................... 218
Operators manual ............................................................. 8
Outside temperature indicator ......................................82 R
Overhead control panel ................................................... 21
Radio transmitters .........................................................146
Rain sensor
P See windshield wiper/washer switch ......................95
Rear quarter windows ...................................................106
Panic button ...................................................................... 28 Rear seat bench ..............................................................120
Parking .............................................................................176 Easy entry/exit feature ............................................123
Parking brake ....................... 118, 173, 175, 176, 219, 245 Head restraints ..........................................................124
Partition net .................................................................... 133 Rear seat head restraints ..............................................124
Poly-V-belt Adjusting ....................................................................125
Layout .........................................................................286 Removal ......................................................................125
Power assistance ............................................................ 175 Rear view mirrors
Power seats, front ............................................................ 40 Exterior .........................................................................73
Memory ........................................................................ 42 Inside ............................................................................ 71
Memory recalling ....................................................... 42 Rear window defroster ..................................................103
Memory storing ...........................................................42 Rear window wiper/washer ...........................................96
Index 307
Index 308
Remote control ................................................................. 24 Unfastening ..................................................................50
Battery replacement .................................................270 Warning lamp ........................................................... 223
Changing batteries ...................................................270 Seat belts and integrated restraint system ..................46
Operation .....................................................................26 Seat bench .......................................................................120
Synchronizing remote control ................................ 271 Seats, folding (Third row seats) ...................................126
Removable cargo floor plates ....................................... 129 Seats, front ........................................................................37
Replacement keys ............................................................ 25 Heated seats .................................................................44
Replacing bulbs ..............................................................260 Manual seats ................................................................39
Replacing wiper blade insert .......................................275 Power seats ..................................................................40
Reporting safety defects ................................................. 16 Service indicator
Reserve key ................................................................ 24, 25 See Flexible service system (FSS) ............................87
Roadside assistance ......................................................... 10 Side marker lamp .......................................................... 264
Roadside assistance call Skyview Top ....................................................................109
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 148 Emergency operation .............................................. 273
Roof rack ......................................................................... 276 Sliding/pop-up roof ........................................................107
Emergency operation .............................................. 272
Express opening ........................................................108
S Synchronizing .......................................................... 272
Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency Snow chains ....................................................................179
tensioning retractor and airbag ................................ 63 SOS-call
Screwdriver .....................................................................237 See Tele Aid ...............................................................148
Seat belt warning lamp .................................................223 Space-saver tire
Seat belts ...........................................................................46 Air pump ................................................................... 239
Fastening ...................................................................... 48 Spare parts service ....................................................... 284
Seat belt nonusage warning system ........................47 Spare wheel ................................................................... 242
Space-saver tire ........................................................ 243
Special settings (Climate control) ............................... 101 T
Split rear seat bench ..................................................... 120
Easy entry/exit feature ............................................ 123 Tachometer ........................................................................82
Rear seat head restraints .........................................124 Technical data ................................................................ 287
SRS indicator lamp ........................................................ 219 Electrical system ...................................................... 290
SRS malfunction ..............................................................57 Main dimensions ......................................................291
Start lock-out ....................................................................25 Rims and tires ..................................................288, 289
Starting and turning off the engine ............................ 164 Weights ...................................................................... 290
Steering lock ................................................................... 162 Tele Aid ............................................................................148
Steering wheel Emergency calls ........................................................149
Adjustable ....................................................................70 Information ................................................................ 154
Indicator lamp ...........................................................222 Initiating an emergency call manually .................. 151
Stop lamp, high mounted .............................................267 Roadside Assistance .................................................152
Storage compartments Telephone, general ......................................................... 139
Center console ............................................................115 Telephones and two-way radios ...................................146
Compartment under front passenger seat .............116 Telescoping steering column
Glove box .....................................................................115 Adjusting ......................................................................70
Stowing things in the vehicle ......................................230 Indicator lamp .......................................................... 222
Stranded vehicle ............................................................259 The first 1 000 miles (1 500 km) ................................147
Sun visors ........................................................................113 Third row seats ...............................................................126
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) ........................... 54 Tie-down rings, cargo .................................................... 132
Synchronizing remote control ..................................... 271 Tire inflation pressure ................................................. 250
Tire traction ....................................................................178
Index 309
Index 310
Tires Turn signal failure ........................................................... 91
Driving instructions ................................................. 177 Turn signal lamp, side .................................................. 266
Rims and tires ...........................................................288 Turn signals ......................................................................90
Rotating wheels ......................................................... 241
Tire inflation pressure .............................................250
Tire replacement .......................................................240 U
Winter driving instructions .................................... 180 Unlocking the vehicle ......................................................27
Tow-away alarm ................................................................36
Switching off ................................................................36
Towing the vehicle .........................................................255 V
Stranded vehicle .......................................................259
Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking 259 Vanity mirrors ................................................................ 113
Trailer operation ............................................................ 198 Vehicle jack .................................................................... 237
Trailer towing ................................................................. 190 Vehicle keys ......................................................................24
Transmission .................................................................. 165 Vehicle tools
Transmission control - LOW RANGE mode ...............209 Screwdriver ............................................................... 237
Transmission fluid level ...............................................234
Transmission selector lever, manually unlocking ....259 W
Traveling abroad ............................................................ 182
Trip computer ................................................................... 83 Warranty coverage ........................................................ 284
Trip odometer ................................................................... 80 Washing the vehicle ..................................................... 280
Trunk .................................................................................34 What you should know at the gas station .................. 212
Opening ........................................................................ 28 Wheel bolt wrench ........................................................ 237
Trunk lamp ......................................................................111 Wheels ............................................................................ 240
Changing wheels ...................................................... 245
Light alloy wheels ..................................................... 281
Rims and tires ...........................................................288
Where to find it ................................................................ 14
Window wiper/washer, rear ..........................................96
Windshield washer/headlamp cleaning system
Refilling ......................................................................236
Windshield wiper/washer switch .................................95
Winter driving ................................................................ 181
Winter driving instructions ......................................... 180
Wiper blade
Replacing ....................................................................275
Index 311
Warning!
To help avoid personal injury, be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs. Improper
or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts or materials may damage the vehicle or its
equipment, which may in turn result in personal injury.
If you have any question about carrying out some service, turn to the advice of an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center.
We reserve the right to modify the technical details of the vehicle as given in the data and illustrations of this
Operators Manual. Reprinting, translation and copying, even of excerpts, is not permitted without our prior
authorization in writing.
Title illustration no. P00.00-3059-26
Press time 10/31/00
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Order No. 6515 6246 13 Part No. 163 584 28 83 USA Edition B 2001