2006 Mercedes-benz M Class Owners Manual

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Seat belts 379 Steering wheel 379 Windows 378 Windshield 56 Wiper blades 378 restraint systems 73, 78 LATCH type child seat mounts 88 Cleaning and care of the vehicle 374 Cleaning tires 337 Adjusting 207 Adjusting air volume 208 deactivating 206 Defrosting 208 Rear passenger compartment 213 Rear window defroster 200 Setting the temperature 207 Clock 165 Closing Glove box 270 Hood 327 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 439 Side windows 231 Side windows with KEYLESS-GO* 234 Tailgate 120 Vehicle with KEYLESS-GO* 123, 124 Tilt/sliding sunroof* 235 Tilt/sliding sunroof* with KEYLESS-GO* 234 Windows 230 511 Index Closing the tailgate 123, 124 Closing the tailgate from the inside electrically* 120 Closing the tailgate from the outside (vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*) 121 Closing tilt/sliding sunroof* In an emergency 439 Cockpit 22, 501 Cold tire inflation pressure 365 Combination switch 142 High beam 54 Turn signals 54 Windshield wipers 55 Compass 295 Adjusting compass zone 171 Calibrating 171 Zone map North America 295 Zone map South America 295 Control and operation of radio transmitters 320 512 Control system 502 AUDIO menu 157 Convenience submenu 173 Display digital speedometer 156 Functions 154 Instrument cluster submenu 164, 165 Lighting submenu 167 Menus 153, 154 Message memory menu 159 Selecting radio system 157 Selecting satellite radio* station (USA only) 157 Settings menu 161 Standard display menu 156 Submenus 152, 154 TEL* menu 178 Trip computer menu 177 Vehicle submenu 171 Convenience submenu 173 Activating easy-entry/exit feature* 173 Setting parking position* for exterior rear view mirror 174 Coolant 332, 497 Adding 333 Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity 498 Checking level 332 Messages in display 410, 412 Temperature 322 Coolant level Checking 332 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 143 Switching off 144 Switching on 143, 144 Crossing obstacles 311 Cruise control 238, 502 Canceling 240 Driving downhill 240 Driving uphill 240 Message in display 398 Setting current speed 239 Setting speeds 243 Cruise control lever 238, 246 Index Cup holder 274 Cleaning 379 In front seat armrest 274 In rear center console 274 Reinstalling 275 Removing 275 Curb weight 365 Customer Assistance Center (CAC) 501 Daytime running lamp mode 140 Setting 167, 168 Deactivating Air conditioning 211 Air conditioning (cooling) 226 Air recirculation mode 210, 225 Alarm 101 Anti-theft alarm system 101 Automatic climate control* (3-zone) 220 Central locking (control system) 172 Climate control 206 climate control system 206 Cruise control 240 Defrost 209, 223 Engine 62 ESP® 97 Hazard warning flasher 145 Headlamps 62 Immobilizer 100 Interior lighting delayed switch-off 170 Rear passenger compartment Difficulties While driving see Problems while driving Digital speedometer 156 Direction of rotation (tires) 338 Discharged battery Jump starting 470 Disconnecting Vehicle battery 464 ventilation and climate control 228 Display Rear window defroster 201 Rear window wiper 58 Residual heat 212, 227 Seat heating* 134 Tow-away alarm 102 Deep water see Standing water Defogging Windshield 208, 222 Defrosting 208, 223 Delayed switch-off Interior lighting 170 Department of Transportation see DOT Dialing A number (telephone*) 180 Selecting 165 Displays Digital speedometer 156 Maintenance service indicator 371 Messages 329 Selecting 165 Showing messages 160 Distance to empty (range) Calling up 177 Door control panel 30 Door entry lamps 147 Door handle 30 Door unlock With Tele Aid* 288 513 Index Doors Message in display 413 Opening from inside vehicle 117 Opening from outside 108 DOT 365 Downhill driving Cruise control 240 Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR) 243 Switching off 245 Switching on 245 Drink holder see Cup holder Drinking and driving 299 Drive sensibly-save fuel 299 Driving 46, 52 Abroad 319 In winter 304 Problems 58 Safety systems 93 Through standing water 305 Driving abroad 319 Driving instructions Towing a trailer 317 Driving off 301 Driving safety systems 4-ETS 98 ABS 93 BAS 95 ESP® 95 Driving systems 238 Cruise control 238 Driving safety systems 93 EBP 98 Parktronic* 254 Driving through water 310 Driving tips 190 Accelerator position 190 Kickdown 190 514 Easy-entry/exit feature Vehicles with memory function* 128 Easy-entry/exit feature* Activating 173 EBP 98 Electrical connections Trailer 314 Electrical fuses 477 Electrical system Technical data 490 Electronic Brake Proportioning see EBP Electronic Stability Program® see ESP® Electronic Traction System see 4-ETS Emergency Unlocking and opening the tailgate in an 437 Emergency calls Initiating an emergency call 284 With Tele Aid* 282 Emergency operation (Limp Home Mode) 192 Index Emergency operations Closing tilt/sliding sunroof* 439 Locking the vehicle 436 Opening tilt/sliding sunroof* 439 Remote door unlock 288 Unlocking the vehicle 435 Emergency tensioning device see ETD Emission control 321 Ending A call (telephone*) 180 Engine Message in the display 410 Starting 49 Starting with KEYLESS-GO* 50 Technical data 486 Turning off 62 Engine cleaning 376 Engine compartment Hood 326 Main fuse box 478 Engine malfunction indicator lamp 385, 410 Engine malfunction indicator lamp (Canada only) 25 Engine malfunction indicator lamp (USA only) 25 Engine number 502 Engine oil 327, 495 Adding 331 Additives 495 Checking level 327 Checking with the control system (ML 500 only) 328 Checking with the oil dipstick (ML 350 only) 330 Consumption 327 Display messages 414–415 Messages in display 329, 414–415 Viscosity 502 ESP® 25, 95, 502 Off-road-ESP® 98 Switching off 97 Switching on 98 Warning lamp 387 ETD 502 Safety guidelines 70 ETD (Emergency tensioning device) 76 Exterior mirrors Folding 197 Exterior rear view mirrors Adjusting 44 Parking position* for 174 Fastening the seat belts 46 First aid kit 430 Flat tire 456 Lowering the vehicle 460 Preparing the vehicle 457 Spare wheel 433 Flexible Service System PLUS (FSS PLUS) 502 Floormats* 279 Fluid level Automatic transmission 332 Fog lamp, rear Switching on 142 Fog lamps Replacing bulbs 443 Fog lamps, front Messages in display 418 Replacing bulbs 445 Switching on 142 Folding Exterior mirrors 197 Folding the backrest forward 261 4-ETS 98 Off-road - 4-ETS 99 515 Index Front air bags 71 Front fog lamps Indicator lamp 138 Switching on 142 Front lamps Messages in display 418 Replacing bulbs 443, 445 Front turn signal bulbs Replacing 448 Front wiper blades Installing 453 Removing 453 FSS Plus Fuel cap Message in display 416 Fuel consumption statistics After start 177 Since last reset 177 Fuel filler flap 323 Locking 323 Opening 438 Unlocking 323 Fuel requirements 496 Fuel reserve tank Message in display 416 Fuel tank (Flexible Service System PLUS) 502 Filler flap 323 Fuel 324 Additives 497 Fuel tank reserve warning lamp 388 Gasoline additives 497 Premium unleaded gasoline 324, Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 493 Functions (control system) 154 Resetting 162 Fuse box In cargo compartment 479 496 Requirements 496 Fuel additives 497 516 Fuse chart 478 Fuse extractor 478 Fuses 477 Fuse chart 478 Main fuse box 478 Garage door opener 289 Erasing in remote control 294 Gasoline additives 497 Gasoline see Fuel GAWR 365 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) 502 Gear range 503 Limiting 187 Shifting into optimal 190 Gear range limit Canceling 190 Gear ranges Automatic transmission 187 Gear selector lever Cleaning 379 Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission 182 Message in the display 400 Position 185 Shifting procedure 184 Global Locking 108 Unlocking 108 Global Positioning System (GPS) 503 Glove box 270 Closing 270 Opening 270 Good visibility 194 GPS 503 Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR Gross Trailer Weight see GTW Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight see GVW GTW 365 GVW 366 GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) 503 GVWR 366 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 503 Hard plastic trim items Cleaning 379 Hazard warning flasher 144 Switching off 145 Switching on 145 Head restraints Power seats 40 Headlamp aim Adjusting 451 Headlamp cleaning system* 333 Headlamps Automatic control 139 Bi-Xenon* 501 Cleaning 377 Cleaning system* 194, 333 Manual mode 139 Refilling washer fluid 334 Switching off 62 Switching on 54 Washer fluid 500 Washer system 500 Headliner Cleaning 379 Heated seats* 133 Height adjustment Head restraints 40 Seat belts 48 Steering wheel 41 High beam 54 High beam flasher 143 High beam halogen headlamps Replacing bulbs 447 High beam headlamps Messages in display 419 Replacing bulbs 443 Switching on 142 Hill start assist system 191 Hood 326 Closing 327 Message in display 416 Opening 326 Hooks Loading 261 Hydroplaning 303 Index 517 Index Identification labels 484 Certification label 484 Ignition 34 Switching on 50 Immobilizer 100 Activating 100 Deactivating 100 Important guidelines 335 Infant and child restraint systems 78 Installing 87 LATCH type child seat mounts 88 Information About service and warranty 10 Button for Tele Aid* 286 Inside rear view mirror Antiglare 195 Installing Front wiper blades 453 Infant and child restraint systems 87 Rear wiper blade 455 Vehicle battery 464 518 Installing towing eye bolt Towing the vehicle 474 Instrument cluster 24, 148, 503 Cleaning 379 Illumination 148 Lamps in 388 Outside temperature indicator 149 Selecting language 164 Instruments and controls see Cockpit Integrated remote control Erasing memory 294 Operating 294 Interior lighting 145 Deactivating automatic control 146 Delayed switch-off 170 Manual operation 146 Interior rear view mirror Adjusting 44 Intermittent wiping 56 Jack 431 Jump starting 470 Key, Mechanical 435 KEYLESS-GO* 503 Closing Tailgate 123, 124 Closing side windows 234 Closing tilt/sliding sunroof* 234 Loss of SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 116 Starting the engine 50 Turning off engine 63 Unlocking and opening, tailgate 115 Unlocking with 33 Kickdown 190, 503 Kilometers/miles in speedometer 164 Kilopascal 366 Km/h or mph in speedometer 164 L Labels, identification 484 Lamp bulbs, exterior 443 Lamps, exterior Front 443 Light sensor 420 Messages in display 418, 420 Rear 444 Lamps, indicator and warning ABS 382 Air bag Off 72 Battery (SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*) 114 Battery (SmartKey) 108 Brakes 383 CHECK ENGINE 385, 386 CHECK Engine malfunction indicator lamp 386 Engine diagnostics 385, 386 ESP® 387 Front fog lamps 138 Fuel reserve 388 Rear fog lamp 138 Seat belts 388, 389 SRS 390 Index Language Multifunction display 164 Setting 164 LATCH type child seat anchors 88 LATCH type child seat mounts 88 Layout of poly-V-belt drive (ML 350) 485 Layout of poly-V-belt drive (ML 500) 485 Leather upholstery* Cleaning 380 Lever For cruise control 238 License plate lamps Messages in display 419 Replacing bulbs 444, 451 Light alloy wheels Cleaning 379 Light sensor 420 Lighter see cigarette lighter Lighting 138 Automatic headlamp mode 139 Cargo compartment lamp 147 Daytime running lamp mode 140 Door entry lamps 147 Front fog lamps 142 High beams 142 Instrument cluster illumination 148 Interior 145 Locator lighting 141 Low beam 138 Manual headlamp mode 139 Night security illumination 141 Parking lamps 138 Rear fog lamp 142 Settings (control system) 167 Standing lamps 138 Limiting the gear range 187 Limp Home Mode 192 Line of fall 503 519 Index Loading 259 Cargo compartment cover* 265 Cargo tie-down rings 260 Hooks 261 Instructions 259 Partition net* 263 Roof rack* 269 Trailer 315 Loading terminology 365 Loading the vehicle 338 Locator lighting 141 Setting 168 Lock buttons Locking knob 503 Locking knobs 32 Locking the vehicle 116 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet 483 Loss of SmartKey 110 Loss of Smartkey with KEYLESS-GO* 116 Low beam bulbs Replacing bulbs 446 Low beam headlamps Replacing bulbs 443 Switching on 54 Door handle (KEYLESS-GO*) 64 Lowering Locking 106 Vehicle 460 Automatic while driving 125 Centrally from inside 126 Fuel filler flap 323 Global (SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*) 113 Global, SmartKey 108 Vehicle in an emergency 436 520 Main dimensions 491 Main fuse box 478 Maintenance 12 Maintenance service Resetting maintenance service indicator 373 Term exceeded 372 When due 371 Maintenance service indicator 371 Resetting 373 Malfunction Parktronic* system 258 Manual headlamp mode 139 Manual operations Fuel filler flap 438 Interior lighting control 146 Locking the vehicle 436 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 439 Unlocking the driver’s door 435 Manual seat Adjusting head restraint tilt 41 Index MAXCOOL maximum cooling 223 Maximum inflation pressure 366 Maximum load rating 366 Maximum loaded vehicle weight 366 Maximum tire inflation pressure 504 MB Tex upholstery Cleaning 380 Mechanical key 435 Memory function* 135, 504 Recalling positions from memory 136 Menus 153 AUDIO 157 In control system 153, 154 Message memory 159 Settings menu 161 Standard display 156 Submenus 152 TEL* 178 Trip computer 177 Message Displaying 160 Message memory 159 Calling up 159 Miles/kilometers in speedometer Multifunction display messages Setting 164 Minispare wheel Spare wheel 433 Mirrors Activating exterior mirror parking position* 196 Adjusting 43 Auto-dimming rear view mirror* 195 Exterior rear view mirror 44 Exterior rear view mirror parking positions* 174 Modular COMAND System 504 Modular COMAND System see separate operating instructions MON 324 MON (Motor Octane Number) 504 Mounting New wheel 459 Mph or km/h in speedometer 164 Multicontour seat* 132 Multifunction display 504 Selecting language 164 Standard display 154 ABS 397 Batteries 398, 407 Brake fluid 409 Brake pads 408 Coolant 412 Coolant level 410 Cruise control 398 Doors 413 EBP (Electronic Brake Proportioning) 408 Engine oil 414–415 Fuel cap 416 Fuel reserve tank 416 Hood 416 Lamps 420 Lamps, exterior 418 Oil 414–415 Parking brake 409 SmartKey 417 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 417 Tailgate 427 Tele Aid* 425, 426 Washer fluid 427 Multifunction steering wheel 26, 504 521 Index Navigation system see separate Modular COMAND System operating instructions Night security illumination 141 Normal occupant weight 366 Occupant Classification System 81 Self-test 86 Occupant Classification System see OCS Occupant distribution 366 Occupant safety 66 Children and air bags 68 Children in the vehicle 78 Fastening the seat belt 46 Infant and child restraint systems 78 LATCH type child seat mounts 88 Seat belts 46, 70 OCS 504 Off-road - 4-ETS 99 Off-road - ABS 94 Off-road - ESP® 98 522 Off-road driving Opening Checklist 307, 313 Crossing obstacles 311 Driving instructions off-road driving 306 Driving through water 310 Returning 313 Rules 307 Special driving features 306 Steep terrain 308 Off-road driving program 248 Oil Switching off 249 Switching on 249 Adding 331 Consumption 327 Dipstick 327 Filler neck 331 Viscosity 502 One-touch gearshifting Canceling gear range limit 190 Doors from the inside 117 Fuel filler flap 323 Fuel filler flap manually 438 Glove box 270 Hood 326 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 439 Side windows 232 Tailgate 118 Tilt/sliding sunroof* 235 Tilt/Sliding sunroof* in an emergency 439 Windows 230 Opening the tailgate from the inside electrically* 118 Opening the tailgate from the outside 118 Operating CD player 158 Garage door opener 294 Integrated remote control 294 Radio 157 Radio transmitters 320 Telephone* 178 Vehicle outside the USA or Canada 13 Operating safety 17 Operator’s Manual 10 Ornamental moldings 377 Outside temperature indicator 149 Overhead control panel 29 Overspeed range 504 Paintwork 375 Panic alarm 91 Panic button on SmartKey 91 Panic button on SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 91 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 270 Parking 301 Parking and locking 60 Parking brake 52, 61 Engaging 61 Message in display 409 Releasing 52 Parking position* Exterior rear view mirrors 174 Parking, standing lamp Replacing bulbs 443 Parking/standing lamp bulb Replacing 448 Parktronic (Parking assist)* 504 Parktronic system* Cleaning system sensor 377 Range of the sensors 255 Sensor cover 377 Index Parktronic* Warning indicators 256 Parktronic* system Malfunction 258 Switching off 257 Switching on 257 Parktronic* system (Parking assist) 254 Partition net* 263 Engaging 263 Removing 264 Tightening 264 Parts see Parts service Parts service 482 Passenger compartment 319 Passenger safety see Occupant safety Pedals 299 Phone book* Loading 180 Quick search 180 Phone number* Dialing 180 Redialing 181 Plastic and rubber parts Cleaning 380 523 Index Poly-V-belt drive 504 Layout (ML 350) 485 Layout (ML 500) 485 Positions (Memory function*) Recalling from memory 136 Storing in memory 136 Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires 354 Power assistance 299 Power outlets 12-V sockets 277 Power seat Adjusting backrest tilt 40 Adjusting head restraint height 40 Adjusting seat cushion tilt 40 Adjusting seat height 39 Seat fore and aft adjustment 39 Power tilt/sliding sunroof* 235 Closing 439 Opening 439 Power train 504 Power washer 375 Power windows Blocking of rear door window operation 89 Side windows 230 Synchronizing 232 Practical hints First aid kit 430 Fuses 477 Jump starting 470 Lamp in center console 393 Lamps in instrument cluster 382 Messages in the display 395 Spare wheel 433 Vehicle jack 431 Vehicle tool kit 430 Premium unleaded gasoline 496 Problems While driving 58 With vehicle 18 Product information 9 Production options weight 366 PSI 366, 367 Quick search Phone book* 180 Radio Selecting stations 157 Selecting stations (satellite*) 157 Radio transmitters, control and operation 320 Range (distance to empty) Calling up 178 Range of the sensors Parktronic* system 255 Rear automatic climate control 227, 228 Rear climate control 213 Rear door window Blocking operation 89 Rear fog lamp Indicator lamp 138 Switching on 142 Rear lamp bulbs Replacing 450 524 Rear lamps Messages in display 418 Rear lamps see Tail lamps Rear passenger compartment ventilation and automatic climate control Deactivating 228 Rear passenger compartment ventilation and rear automatic climate control 227 Rear passenger compartment ventilation and rear climate control 213 Rear view mirror auto-dimming* 195 Rear view mirrors see Mirrors Rear window defroster 200 Activating 201 Deactivating 201 Rear window wiper/washer 57 Rear wiper blade Installing 455 Removing 454 Recommended tire inflation pressure 366 Reconnecting Vehicle battery 464 Recovery services For stolen vehicle 289 Refrigerant Air conditioning 495 Regular checks 324 Reinstalling Cup holder 275 Remote control Integrated 106 SmartKey 106 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 110 Remote door unlock With Tele Aid* 288 Removing Cup holder 275 Front wiper blades 453 Rear wiper blade 454 Vehicle battery 464 Wheel 459 Removing rear seat cushions (Vehicles with cargo management system*) 268 Index Removing the mechanical key Unlocking the vehicle 435 Replacing Backup lamp bulbs 450 Bulbs 443 Bulbs for rear lamps 450 Front fog lamp (ML 350, ML 500 with AMG Sport Package) 449 Front fog lamp (ML 350, ML 500) 449 Front lamp bulbs 445 Front turn signal bulbs 448 High beam halogen bulbs 447 License plate lamp bulbs 451 Low beam bulbs 446 Parking/standing lamp bulb 448 Rear fog lamp bulbs 450 Rear lamp bulbs 444, 450 Rear side marker lamp bulbs 450 Rear turn signal bulbs 450 Side marker lamp bulb 448 Turn signal bulb 448 Wiper blades 453 Replacing front fog lamp bulb 449 525 Index Replacing key batteries SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 441 Reporting Safety defects 19 Reset button in the instrument Restraint system 505 Restraint system see Infant and child restraint systems Returning from off-road driving 313 Returning seat backrest to original cluster 161 Resetting All functions of a submenu 162 Fuel consumption 177 Maintenance service indicator 373 Trip odometer 149 Residual heat utilization 212, 226, 227, 505 Residual ventilation 212, 226 REST (Residual engine heat utilization) 505 position 262 Rim 367 Rims 487 Roadside assistance 12 Tele Aid* 284 RON 324 RON (Research Octane Number) 505 Roof rack* 269 Rotating wheels 368 Rubber parts Cleaning 380 Run Flat Indicator 348 Safety Occupant 66 Safety belts see Seat belts Safety defects Reporting 19 Safety systems Driving 93 Seat backrest Returning to original position 262 Seat belt force limiter 76 Seat belt height adjustment 48 Seat belts 73 Cleaning 379 Fastening 46 Height adjustment 48 Proper use of 48, 74 Safety guidelines 70 Warning lamp 388, 389 526 Index Seat cushion depth Adjusting 132 Seat heating* Switching off 134 Switching on 134 Seating capacity 340 Seats 128 Adjusting 38 Easy entry/exit feature (Vehicles with memory function*) 128 Heater* 133 Multicontour seat* 132 Securing cargo Cargo tie-down rings 260 Selecting display 165 Self-test Occupant Classification System 86 Tele Aid* 282 Service Calling up the service indicator 372 Parts 482 Service and Warranty Booklet Loss of 483 Service and warranty information 10 Service indicator Calling up 372 Clearing 372 Service life (tires) 336 Setting Convenience functions 163, 173 Cruise control 239 Day (clock) 166 Daytime running lamp mode 167, 168 Higher speed in cruise control 241 Hours (clock) 165 Individual vehicle settings 161 Interior lighting delayed switch-off 170 Lamps and lighting (control system) 167 Language, multifunction display 164 Locator lighting 168 Lower speed in cruise control 242 Miles/kilometers in speedometer 164 Minutes (clock) 166 Month (clock) 166 Parking position* for exterior rear view mirrors 174 Slower speed in cruise control 242 Speed in cruise control 243 Speedometer display mode 164 Temperature (interior) 207, 221 Units Speedometer 164 Year (clock) 167 Setting current speed 239 Setting the vehicle level* 252 Setting up the collapsible wheel chock Vehicle tool kit 432 Settings Convenience functions 173 Factory, SmartKey 108 Lighting (control system) 167 Menus and submenus 152 Resetting all (control system) 161 Resetting in the submenu 162 Selective 108, 114 527 Index Settings menu Individual vehicle settings 161 Submenus 161, 162 Shifting Gear selector lever positions 185 Into optimal gear range (automatic transmission) 190 Side impact air bags 72 Side marker lamp Replacing bulbs 443 Side marker lamp bulb Replacing 448 Side marker lamps Replacing bulbs 444 Side markers Vehicle care 377 528 Side windows 230 SmartKey 106 Automatic opening 232 Cleaning 378 Closing 230, 231 Closing with KEYLESS-GO* 234 Opening 230 Opening fully (Express-open) 232 Stopping 232 Synchronizing power windows 232 Sidewall 367 Simultaneous wiping and washing Rear window wiper/washer 58 Windshield wipers 56 Single wipe 56 Battery check lamp 108, 114 Checking the batteries 109, 115 Factory setting 108 Global locking 108 Global locking and unlocking 108 Global unlocking 108 Loss of 110 Selective setting 108 Starter switch positions 34 Turning off engine 62 Unlocking with 32 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 110 Factory setting 113 Global locking 113 Loss of 116 Messages in display 417 Remote control 110 Replacing key batteries 441 Selective setting 114 Unlocking 110 Snow chains 370 Spare fuses 478 Spare wheel 433 Minispare wheel 433 Speed Setting current 239 Speed settings Cruise control 241, 242, 243 Speedometer 25 Settings units 164 Speedometer display mode Selecting 164 Split rear bench seat 261 SRS 74, 505 Indicator lamp 390 SRS indicator lamp 25 Standing water Driving instructions 305 Starting difficulties 51 Starting position 34 Starting the engine 49 Steep terrain Driving 308 Steering column Height adjustment 43 Length adjustment 43 Steering wheel Adjusting 41 Cleaning 379 Electrical adjustment* 42 Steering wheel gearshift control 188 Stolen vehicle Recovery services 289 Stopping Windows 232 Storage compartment in the center console 271 Storage compartments 270 Armrest 272 Cup holder 274 Glove box 270 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 270 Storage compartment in front of armrest 272 Storage compartment in the center console 271 Storing (Memory function*) Positions in memory 136 Storing tires 337 Stranded vehicle 476 Index 529 Index Submenus Switching on Automatic central locking (control system) 172 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 143, 144 Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR) 245 ESP® 98 Front fog lamps 142 Hazard warning flasher 145 Headlamps 54 High beams 142 Low beam headlamps 54 Rear fog lamp 142 Seat heating* 134 Windshield wipers 55 Synchronizing Power windows 232 Tilt/sliding sunroof* 237 Convenience 173 For settings 152 In control system 154 Instrument cluster 164, 165 Lighting 167 Resetting functions in Control system 162 Selecting 162 Settings menu 162 Vehicle 171 Sun visor 198 Supplemental Restraint System see SRS Switching off Automatic central locking (control system) 172 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 144 Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR) 245 ESP® 97 Hazard warning flasher 145 Headlamps 62 Seat heating* 134 530 Tachometer 149 Displaying gear range 187 Overspeed range 149 Tail lamps Cleaning 377 Tailgate Closing 120 Closing from the inside electrically* 120 Closing from the outside (vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*) 121 Message in display 427 Opening 118 Opening from the inside electrically* 118 Opening from the outside 118 Unlocking and opening the tailgate in an emergency 437 Unlocking and opening with KEYLESS-GO* 115 Unlocking with SmartKey 109 Index Tar stains 375 Technical data 495 Brake fluid 495 Coolants 497 Electrical system 490 Engine 486 Engine oil 495 Engine oil additives 495 Fuel requirements 496 Gasoline additives 497 Main dimensions 491 Premium unleaded gasoline 496 Rims and tires 487 Weights 492 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning* system 500 Tele Aid* 280 Call priority 287 Emergency calls 282 Information 286 Initiating an emergency call manually 284 Messages in display 425, 426 Remote door unlock 288 Roadside assistance 284 Stolen vehicle recovery services 289 System self-check 282 Tele Aid* System 505 Telematics* 506 Telephone* 279 Answering a call 179 Dialing a number from the phone book 180 Ending a call 180 Loading phone book* 180 Operating 178 Redialing 181 Telephones and two-way radios 320 Telescoping rod 268 Temperature Setting interior temperature 207, 221 Tires 346 The coolant level is correct if the level 333 Tie-down rings (Cargo compartment) 260 Tightening torque 506 Tightening torque (Wheel bolts) 461 Tilt Head restraint 41 Tilt/sliding sunroof* Closing 235 Closing with KEYLESS-GO* 234 Opening 235 Synchronizing 237 531 Tire speed rating 303, 357, 367, 506 Tire terminology 365 Tire traction 303 Tires 487 Direction of rotation 338 Driving instructions 302 Low tire pressure telltale 391 Retreads 335 Rims and tires 487 Run Flat Indicator 348 Service life 336 Temperature 346, 364 TPMS malfunction telltale 391 Tread depth 337, 369 Wear pattern 368 Winter 369 Tools 430 Tow-away alarm 102 Arming 102 Disarming 102 Disarming for transport 102 Towing Trailer 314 Towing a trailer 317 Automatic transmission 191 Towing the vehicle Installing towing eye bolt 474 Stranded vehicle 476 Traction 367, 506 Trailer Attaching 316 Loading 315 Towing 317 Index Time Setting day 166 Setting hours 165 Setting minutes 166 Setting month 166 Setting year 167 TIN 367 Tire Vehicle maximum load on 368 Tire and Loading Information 339 Tire and loading terminology 365 Tire care and maintenance 336 Tire Identification Number see TIN Tire inflation pressure Checking 325, 345, 347 Tire inflation pressure see the placard on the fuel filler flap Tire inspection 336 Tire load rating 367 Tire ply composition and material used 367 532 Index Trailer hitches* 314 Trailer towing 314 Attaching a trailer 316 Checking weights 315 Electrical connections 314 Hitches* 314 Loading 315 Weights and ratings 315 Trailer weights and ratings 315 Transfer case 193, 506 Transmission positions 185 Tread 367 Tread depth 337 Tread depth (tires) 369 Treadwear indicators 367 Trip computer 177 Trip odometer Resetting 149 Turn signal bulb Replacing 448 Turn signal lamps Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 367 Replacing bulbs 443, 444 Units Turn signals 54 Additional in mirrors 443 Cleaning lenses 377 Front bulbs 443 Rear bulbs 444, 451 Turning off Engine 62 Turning off engine 62 Turning off the engine 63 TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) 506 Setting speedometer units 164 Unlocking 32, 106 Centrally from inside 126 Driver’s door in an emergency 435 Fuel filler flap 323 Global 108 Global (SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*) 113 In an emergency 435 Selective settings 108, 114 Tailgate with SmartKey 109 Vehicle in an emergency 288 With the SmartKey 32 With the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 110 533 Index Unlocking and opening Tailgate with KEYLESS-GO* 115 Vehicle Data recording 20 Individual settings 161, 163 Locking in an emergency 436 Lowering 460 Proper use of 17 Unlocking in an emergency 435 Vehicle and trailer weights and ratings 315 Vehicle capacity weight 367 Unlocking the vehicle Removing the mechanical key 435 Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO* 33 Uphill driving Cruise control 240 Upholstery Cleaning 380 Useful features 270 Ashtrays and cigarette lighter* 275 Cup holder 274 Garage door opener 289 Power outlet 277 Storage compartments 270 Tele Aid* 280 Telephone* 279 534 Vehicle care Carpet 379 Cup holder 379 Engine cleaning 376 Gear selector lever 379 Hard plastic trim items 379 Headlamps 377 Instrument cluster 379 Leather upholstery* 380 Light alloy wheels 379 MB Tex upholstery 380 Ornamental moldings 377 Paintwork 375 Parktronic* system sensor 377 Plastic and rubber parts 380 Power washer 375 Seat belts 379 Side markers 377 Steering wheel 379 Tail lamps 377 Tar stains 375 Turn signal lenses 377 Upholstery 380 Vehicle washing 376 Window cleaning 378 Wiper blades 378 Vehicle jack 431 Vehicle level control* 250, 506 Vehicle lighting Checking 325 Vehicle loading terminology 365 Vehicle maximum load on the tire 368 Vehicle tool kit 430 Setting up the collapsible wheel chock 432 Vehicle washing 376 VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) 506 Warning indicators Parktronic* 256 Warning sounds Drivers seat belts 75 Parking brake 53 Warranty coverage 483 Washer fluid see Windshield washer fluid Wear pattern (tires) 368 Weights 492 Wheel change Tightening torque 461 Wheels Rotating 368 Window curtain air bags 72 Windows see Side windows Windshield Defogging 208, 222 Refilling washer fluid 334 Replacing wiper blades 453 Washer fluid 333, 500 Washer system 500 Index Windshield washer fluid 500 Message in display 427 Mixing ratio 500 Refilling 333 Wiping with 56 Windshield washer system 500 Windshield wipers 55 Fast wiper speed 55 Intermittent 55 Intermittent wiping 55 Interval wiping 56 Normal wiper speed 55 Rear window wiper/washer 57 Replacing wiper blades 453 Simultaneous wiping and washing 58 Single wipe 56 Switching on 55 Wiping with windshield washer fluid 56 535 X Xenon headlamps* Bi-Xenon* 501 Index Winter driving Snow chains 370 Tires 369 Winter driving instructions 304 Winter tires 369 Wiper blades Cleaning 378 Replacing 453 Wiper switch 55 Wiper/washer Rear window 57 Wiping And washing simultaneously 56 Intermittent 55, 56 Interval 55 With windshield washer fluid 56 Wiping and washing simultaneously 58 536 Service and Literature Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, see your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. If you are interested in obtaining service literature for your vehicle, please contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. We consider this the best way for you to obtain accurate information for your vehicle. For further information you can find us on the Mercedes-Benz web-site www.mbusa.com or www.mercedes-benz.ca. 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 questions about carrying out any type of 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 Operator’s Manual. Reprinting, translation and copying, even of excerpts, is not permitted without our prior authorization in writing. Title illustration no. P00.01-3040-31 Press time January 13, 2005 GSP/TIP Printed in Germany Sommer\ Corporate\ Media\ AG ’ Operator’s Manual M-Class Ê0Mt.qÅË 1645841481 Order No. 6515 4243 13 Part No. 164 584 14 81 USA Edition C , 2006 ML 350 ML 500 Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demon- stration of your trust in our company name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your de- sire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service. Your Mercedes-Benz represents the ef- forts of many skilled engineers and crafts- men. 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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A DaimlerChrysler Company At a glance .......................................... 21 Cockpit................................................. 22 Instrument cluster ................................ 24 Multifunction steering wheel ................ 26 Center console ..................................... 27 Upper part ...................................... 27 Lower part ...................................... 28 Overhead control panel ........................ 29 Door control panel................................ 30 Introduction.......................................... 9 Product information................................ 9 Operator’s Manual............................... 10 Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles .......... 11 Maintenance .................................. 12 Roadside Assistance ...................... 12 Change of address or ownership.... 13 Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada............ 13 Where to find it.................................... 15 Symbols............................................... 16 Operating safety .................................. 17 Proper use of the vehicle ............... 17 Problems with your vehicle.................. 18 Reporting safety defects...................... 19 Reporting safety defects ................ 19 Vehicle data recording......................... 20 Information regarding electronic recording devices........................... 20 Contents Getting started................................... 31 Unlocking ............................................. 32 Unlocking with the SmartKey ......... 32 Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO*......... 33 Starter switch positions.................. 34 Adjusting .............................................. 38 Seats .............................................. 38 Steering wheel................................ 41 Mirrors............................................ 43 Driving.................................................. 46 Fastening the seat belts ................. 46 Starting the engine ......................... 49

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