2008 Mercedes-benz M Class Owners Manual

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approved products of equal specification, refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet (USA only) or contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. To provide important corrosion protection, the solution must be at least 50% anticor- rosion/antifreeze (equivalent to freeze protection to approximately -35°F [-37°C]). If you use a solution that is more than 55% anticorrosion/antifreeze (freeze protection to approximately -49°F [-45°C]), the engine temperature will increase due to the lower heat transfer capability of the solution. Therefore, do not use more than this amount of anticorro- sion/antifreeze. If the coolant level is low, water and MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze should be used to bring it up to the proper level (have cooling system checked for signs of leakage). Please make sure the mixture is in accordance with label instruc- tions. The water in the cooling system must meet minimum requirements, which are usually satisfied by normal drinking water. If you are not sure about the water quality, con- sult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants Anticorrosion/antifreeze Your vehicle contains a number of aluminum parts. The use of aluminum components in motor vehicle engines necessitates that anticorrosion/antifreeze coolant used in such engines be specifically formulated to protect the Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity aluminum parts. Failure to use such anticorrosion/antifreeze coolant will result in a significantly shortened service life. Therefore, the following product is strongly recommended for use in your vehicle: MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/Antifreeze agent. Before the start of the winter season (or once a year in hot southern regions), you should have the anticorrosion/antifreeze concentration checked. The coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center for service. Approximate freeze protection -35°F (-37°C) 5.0 US qt (4.75 l) -49°F (-45°C) 5.5 US qt (5.2 l) 5.6 US qt (5.25 l) 6.1 US qt (5.8 l) 6.1 US qt (5.8 l) 6.8 US qt (6.4 l) Model ML 320 CDI ML 350 ML 5501 ML 63 AMG 1 Data preliminary. 529 Technical data Fuels, coolants, lubricants Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system* Both the windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system* are supplied from the windshield washer reservoir. The windshield washer reservoir has a ca- pacity of approximately 8.1 US qt (7.7 l). 왘 Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate and water (or con- centrate and commercially available premixed windshield washer sol- vent/antifreeze, depending on ambient temperatures). Warning! Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flamma- ble. Do not spill washer solvent/antifreeze on hot engine parts, because it may ignite and burn. You could be seriously burned. 530 Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ration For temperatures above freezing point, use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit” and water: 앫 1 part “MB SummerFit” to 100 parts water (1.34 fl oz [40 ml] “MB SummerFit” to 1 gal [4.0 l] water) For temperatures below freezing point, use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “MB SummerFit ” and commercially avail- able premixed windshield washer solvent/antifreeze: 앫 1 part “MB SummerFit” to 100 parts solvent (1.34 fl oz [40 ml] “MB SummerFit” to 1 gal [4.0 l] solvent) Index ABS 98 Indicator lamp 400 Messages in the multifunction display 415 Off-road - ABS 99 Accelerator position, automatic transmission 190 Accessory weight 379 Accident 64 Active head restraint 88, 127, 458 Adaptive Damping System (ADS)* 255 Air bags 74 Children 75, 89 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 31, 83 Front, Driver 77 Front, Passenger 77 Occupant Classification System (OCS) 79 Safety guidelines 76 Side impact (front and rear*) 78 Window curtain 78 Air conditioning refrigerant 525 Air conditioning system see Climate control or Automatic climate control (3-zone)* Air conditioning, Cooling 214, 229 Air distribution, Front 209, 224 Air distribution, Rear 217, 233 Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure Air pump, electric (ML 63 AMG) 485 Air recirculation mode 212, 227 Air suspension program* 254 Adaptive Damping System (ADS)* 255 Messages in the multifunction display 447 Vehicle level control* 255 Air vents 217 Air vents, Front 210, 224 Air vents, Rear 234 Air volume 210, 225 Alarm system see Anti-theft systems Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 450, 483 Anticorrosion/antifreeze 529 Antiglare, Interior rear view mirror 199 Antiglare, Rear view mirrors* 199 Antilock Brake System see ABS Anti-theft systems 107 Anti-theft alarm system 106, 107 Immobilizer 106 Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning Armrest storage/telephone* compart- ment Front 281 Ashtrays (Depending on vehicle configuration) 285 Aspect ratio 379 ATF 345 Attaching a trailer 330 AUDIO menu 160 Audio menu CD operation 161 Radio operation 160 Satellite radio* operation 160 Auto-dimming*, Rear view mirrors 199 Automatic central locking, Control system 175 531 Index Automatic climate control (3-zone)* 218 Air conditioning, Cooling 229 Air distribution, Front 224 Air distribution, Rear 233 Air recirculation mode 227 Air vents, Front 224 Air volume 225 Control panel, Front 220 Control panel, Rear 231 Deactivating system 222 Defogging 225 Defrosting 225 Maximum cooling, MAXCOOL 226 Rear passenger compartment 231 Rear window defroster 203 Residual engine heat (REST) 230 Using driver-side settings for all temperature zones 229 Automatic headlamp mode 136 Automatic lighting control, Interior lighting 142 Automatic locking when driving 125 Automatic shift program (ML 63 AMG only) 195 Automatic transmission 54 Accelerator position 190 Automatic shift program (ML 63 AMG only) 195 Emergency operation (Limp-Home Mode) 197 Gear ranges 192 Gear selector lever 54, 183 Gear shifting malfunctions 197 Hill start assist system 191 Kickdown 190 Kickdown, manual shift program (ML 63 AMG only) 196 Manual shift progam (ML 63 AMG only) 195 Program mode selector switch (ML 63 AMG only) 194 Shift program (ML 63 AMG only) 194 Shifting procedure 186 Starting the engine 54 Steering wheel gearshift control 193 Towing a trailer 191 Transmission fluid level 345 Transmission positions 187 Automatic Transmission Fluid see ATF Backrest Seat 44 Seat, Lumbar support 129 Seat, Multicontour* 129 Backup lamps Messages in the multifunction display 438 Replacing bulbs 471 Bar 380 BAS 100 Lamps in instrument cluster 400 Messages in the multifunction display 415 Basic carrier bars* 266 Batteries, SmartKey Check lamp 110, 113 Messages in the multifunction display 427 Replacing 461 Battery, Vehicle 489 Charging 496 Disconnecting and connecting 491 Jump starting 497 Removing and installing 491 532 Bead 380 Belt reel 276 Beverage holder see Cup holder Block heater (Canada only) 385 Bolts, Collapsible tire (ML 63 AMG only) 453 Bolts, Minispare wheel (except ML 63 AMG) 452 Brake fluid 525 Checking 339 Messages in the multifunction display 430 Brake lamp Cleaning lenses 393 Messages in the multifunction display 438 Replacing bulbs 471 Brake pads 312 Messages in the multifunction display 428 Brakes 312 Warning lamp 401 Break-in period 310 Bulbs, replacing see Replacing bulbs Button for Voice control* system 30, 148 California retail buyers and lessees, Important notice for 11 Camera see Rear view camera* Can holder see Cup holder Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants 522 Card holder 32, 35, 284 Cargo compartment cover blind 271 Cargo net* 272 Cargo tie-down rings 268 Carpets, Cleaning 397 Catalytic converter (gasoline engine) 335 CD changer* 161, 279 CD player 161 Center console Lower part 32 Upper part 31 Central locking Automatic 125 Locking/unlocking from the inside 126 Switch 126 Index Certification label 510 CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp 403, 404 Checking tire pressure electronically with the Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Advanced TPMS)*, (Canada only) 365 Checking tire pressure electronically with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), (USA only) 362 Checklist Off-road driving 322 Returning from off-road driving 327 Children in the vehicle 89 Air bags 75, 89 Blocking rear door window operation 96 Indicator lamp, Front passenger front air bag 83 Infant and child restraint systems 84, 90 LATCH-type child seat anchors 93 Occupant Classification System (OCS) 79 Cigarette lighter (Depending on vehicle configuration) 286 533 Index Climate control 204 COMAND system see separate operating Control system submenus 151, 153, 166 Air conditioning, Cooling 214, 215 Air distribution, Front 209 Air distribution, Rear 217 Air recirculation mode 212 Air vents, Front 210 Air volume 210 Control panel*, Rear 216 Control panel, Front 206 Deactivating system 208 Defogging 212 Defrosting 210 Rear window defroster 203 Residual engine heat (REST) 215 Clock 27, 169 Cloth upholstery, Cleaning and care of 397 Cockpit 24 Cockpit Management and Data System see COMAND system Cold tire inflation pressure 380 Collapsible tire 518 Collapsible tire (ML 63 AMG only) 453 Collapsible wheel chock 452 instructions Combination switch 59, 60, 62, 139 Compass 307 Adjustment 173 Calibration 174 Calling up the compass 307 Control and operation of radio transmitters 334 Control system 147 Multifunction display 147 Multifunction steering wheel 148 Resetting to factory default 164 Control system menus 147 AIRMATIC*/Compass 162 AMG menu 156 AUDIO 160 NAV* 161 Settings 163 Standard display 154 TEL* 180 Trip computer 178 Vehicle configuration 177 Vehicle status message memory 162 Comfort* 176 Instrument cluster 167, 168 Lighting 170 Time/Date 169 Vehicle 173 Coolant 345, 528 Anticorrosion/antifreeze mixing ratio and quantity 529 Capacities 522 Checking coolant level 339, 345 Messages in the multifunction display 431, 433 Temperature 336 Temperature display 154 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 140 Messages in the multifunction display 439 Replacing bulbs 469 Crossing obstacles 325 Cruise control 244 Activating 246 Messages in the multifunction display 416 534 Index Cup holders 284 Cleaning 285 Front center console 285 Front center console, Removing/Installing 285 Rear armrest 284 Curb weight 380 Current transmission program mode (AMG vehicles only) 147 Date display, Setting 169 Daytime running lamp mode 137 Setting 170 Deep water see Standing water Defogging windshield 210, 225 Defrosting, Front 210, 225 Defrosting, Rear 203 Delayed shut-off Exterior lamps 171 Interior lighting 172 Department of Transportation see DOT Diesel engine Preglow indicator lamp 29 Difficulties While driving 63 While starting 57 Digital clock see Clock Digital speedometer 147, 155 Dimensions, Vehicle 520 Direction of rotation (tires) 351 Displays Digital speedometer 147, 155 Maintenance service indicator 386 Messages in the multifunction display 413 Multifunction display 147 Outside temperature 147, 155 Selecting 168 Symbol messages 427 Text messages 415 Vehicle status message 162, 413 Vehicle system settings, Control system 151, 153, 163 Door Entry lamps 144 Locking, In an emergency 456 Locking/unlocking, KEYLESS-GO* 39, 69 Locking/unlocking, SmartKey 38, 68 Messages in the multifunction display 435 Opening from inside/outside 112, 118 Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) 301 Unlocking, Mechanical key 455 Door control panel 36 Door handle 36 Door windows see Power windows DOT 374, 380 Downhill driving Cruise control 246 Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR) 249 Messages in the multifunction Distance to empty (range), Trip Computer 178 display 428 Drinking and driving 311 535 Index Driving 51, 311 Abroad 334 Hydroplaning 316 In winter 318, 384 Instructions 51, 311 Problems 63 Safety systems 98 Systems 244 Through standing water 319 Through water 324 Driving off 58 Driving safety systems 4-ETS 104 ABS 98 BAS 100 EBP 104 ESP® 100 Driving systems 244 Adaptive Damping System (ADS)* 255 Air suspension program* 254 Cruise control 244 Downhill Speed Regulation (DSR) 249 Off-road driving program 253 Parktronic system* 259 536 Rear view camera* 264 Vehicle level control* 255 Driving tips 190 Accelerator position 190 Kickdown 190 Easy-entry/exit feature Activating (driver’s seat)* 176 Easy-entry/exit feature* 46 EBP 104 Indicator and warning lamps 402, 429 Electrical connections Trailer 329 Electrical fuses see Fuses Electrical system, Technical data 519 Electronic Brake Proportioning see EBP Electronic Stability Program see ESP® Electronic Traction System see 4-ETS Emergency calls Tele Aid 296 Emergency operation Fuel filler flap 457 Locking/unlocking the vehicle 455, 456 Emergency operation (Limp-Home Mode) 197 Emergency operations Remote door unlock, Tele Aid 301 Unlocking/opening the tailgate 456 Emergency Tensioning Device see ETD Emergency, In case of Battery, Jump starting 497 Engine shut-down 506 First aid kit 448 Flat tire 478 Fuses 504 Hazard warning flasher 141 Instrument cluster, Indicator lamps 400, 401, 402, 403, 404, 405, 406, 407, 408, 410 Roadside Assistance 12, 298 Towing the vehicle 499 Emission control 335 Information label 511 System warranties 10 Index Engine Belt layout (ML 320 CDI) 512 Belt layout (ML 350, ML 550) 512 Belt layout (ML 63 AMG) 512 Block heater (Canada only) 385 Break-in recommendations 343 Cleaning 391 Compartment 341 Emergency engine shut-down 506 Malfunction indicator lamp 29 Maximum engine speed 146, 513, 514 Number 511 Starting 54 Starting with KEYLESS-GO* 55 Starting with the SmartKey 55 Tachometer 29, 146 Technical data 513 Turning off with KEYLESS-GO* 67 Turning off with the SmartKey 67 Engine coolant see Coolant Engine oil 343, 525 Adding 344, 525 Additives 525 Changing 344, 525 Checking level 343 Checking with the oil dipstick 343 Consumption 343 Filler neck (ML 350, ML 320 CDI) 344 Filler neck (ML 550, ML 63 AMG) 344 Recommended engine oils and oil filters 525 ESP® 27, 100 Four wheel electronic traction system with ESP® 100 Messages in the multifunction display 418, 419 Off-road-ESP® 103 Warning lamp 27, 405 ETD 87, 410 Safety guidelines 76 Expanding cargo compartment 269 Exterior rear view mirrors 49, 199 Folding 201 Power folding* 200 Synchronizing 200 Fastening the seat belts 51 Filler neck, Engine oil (ML 350, ML 320 CDI) 344 Filler neck, Engine oil (ML 550, ML 63 AMG) 344 First aid kit 448 Flat tire 478 Collapsible tire (ML 63 AMG only) 453, 518 Lifting the vehicle 479 Lowering the vehicle 487 Minispare wheel (except ML 63 AMG) 452 Mounting the spare wheel 479 Preparing the vehicle 479 Spare wheel 518 Floormats 289 537 Index Fluids Automatic transmission fluid 345 Brake fluid 340, 523, 525 Capacities 522 Engine coolant 340, 345, 528 Engine oil 343, 525 Power steering fluid 523 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system* 340, 524, 530 Fog lamps 138, 139 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 140 Messages in the multifunction display 439 Rear fog lamp 139 Replacing bulbs 469 4-ETS 104 Off-road - 4-ETS 105 Front air bags 77 Front defroster 210, 225 Front lamps see Headlamps 538 Front passenger front air bag 72, 77 Fuel cap Messages in the multifunction display 421, 422, 423, 424 Messages in the multifunction display 435 Front passenger front air bag off indicator Fuel consumption statistics lamp 31, 83 Front seat head restraints see Head restraints Front towing eye 501 Fuel 338 Additives 527 Capacities, Fuel tank 524 Consumption statistics 179 Diesel fuel 524 Filling the tank 337 Fuel filler flap and cap 337, 457 Fuel gauge 29 Fuel tank reserve warning lamp 29, 410 Premium unleaded gasoline 338, 526 Requirements, Octane rating 526 Since last reset 179 Since start 179 Fuel filler flap 337 Locking/unlocking 337 Opening 337 Opening in an emergency 457 Fuel tank Capacity 524 Filler flap 337 Fuel, Premium unleaded gasoline 524 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 522 Fuses 504 Fuse box in cargo compartment 505 Fuse box in engine compartment 505 Fuse box in passenger compartment 506 Fuse chart 448 Replacing 504 Index Garage door opener 302 Gasoline see Fuel GAWR 380 Gear range Automatic transmission 192 Limiting 192 Shifting into optimal 194 Gear selector lever 25, 54, 183 Cleaning 397 Gearshift pattern 183 Messages in the multifunction display 420 Position 186 Shifting procedure 186 Transmission position 187 Global locking/unlocking see Key, SmartKey Glove box 279 Good visibility 199 Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR Gross Trailer Weight see GTW Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight see GVW GTW 380 GVW 380 GVWR 380 Halogen headlamp see Headlamps Hands-free microphone 33 Hard plastic trim items, cleaning 396 Hazard warning flasher 141 Head restraints 44, 127 Active head restraint 88, 127 Front seats, Adjusting 44 Rear seats 89 Rear seats, Adjusting 128 Rear seats, Removing and installing 128 Headlamp aim Adjusting 473 Headlamp cleaning system* 199, 346 Headlamp shut-off delay see Delayed shut-off, Exterior lamps Headlamps Automatic headlamp mode 136 Bi-Xenon* 438, 467 Cleaning lenses 393 Cleaning system* 199, 346 Halogen 466 High beam see High beam flasher High beam see High beam headlamps Light sensor, Messages in the multifunction display 438 Low beam see Low beam headlamps Manual headlamp mode 136 Messages in the multifunction display 438, 439, 440, 441, 442, 443 Replacing bulbs 463, 464 Switch 59, 135 Heated seats see Seat heating* Heated steering wheel* 290 Height adjustment Vehicle level control (Vehicles with Air suspension program*) 257 539 Index High beam flasher 59, 140 High beam headlamps Indicator lamp 29 Messages in the multifunction display 439 Replacing bulbs 464, 466, 467 Switching on 59, 139 High mounted brake lamp 464 Hood 341 Messages in the multifunction display 435 Opening 341 Hooks Loading 269 Horn 25 HVAC see Climate control or automatic climate control (3-zone)* Hydroplaning 316 540 Identification labels see Labels Ignition 40, 42, 55 Immobilizer 106 Infant and child restraint systems see Children in the vehicle Inflation pressure see Tires, Inflation pressures Information button see Tele Aid Infrared reflecting windshield* 308 Inside door handle 118 Instrument cluster 26, 28, 145 Illumination brightness 145 Lamps 400 Messages in display see Multifunction display messages Multifunction display 147 Outside temperature indicator 146 Selecting language 167 Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster, Illumination brightness 145 Instrument panel see Instrument cluster Instruments and controls see Cockpit Interior lighting 142 Delayed shut-off 172 Interior rear view mirror 49 Antiglare positions 199 Auto-dimming mirrors* 199 Interior storage spaces see Storage compartments Intermittent wiping Windshield wipers 61 Jack 450, 451 Lifting the vehicle 479 Jump starting 497 Key, Mechanical 455 Key, SmartKey 110 Batteries 461 Battery check lamp 110 Closing the power windows (Convenience closing feature) 238 Closing the tilt/sliding sunroof (Convenience closing feature) 238 Closing, Power tailgate* 123 Factory setting 112 Locking/unlocking 38, 68, 110 Locking/unlocking, Global setting 112 Loss of 118 Messages in the multifunction display 437 Opening the power windows (Summer opening feature) 237 Opening the tilt/sliding sunroof (Summer opening feature) 237 Remote control 110 Replacing batteries 461 Selective setting 112 Starter switch positions 40 Starting the engine 54 Turning off the engine 67 Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* Batteries 118, 461 Battery check lamp 113 Checking battery condition 118 Closing the power windows Closing/locking, Power tailgate* 124 Factory setting 116 Important notes 115 Locking/unlocking 39, 68, 113 Locking/unlocking, Global setting 116 Loss of 118 Messages in the multifunction display 436, 437 Opening the power windows (Summer opening feature) 237 Opening the tilt/sliding sunroof (Summer opening feature) 237 Remote control 113 Replacing batteries 461 Selective setting 117 Start/stop button 41 Starter switch positions 40, 41 Starting the engine 55 Turning off the engine 67 (Convenience closing feature) 238 Closing the tilt/sliding sunroof (Convenience closing feature) 238 Kickdown 190 Kilopascal 380 Index Labels 510 Certification 510 Emission control information 511 Engine number 511 Paintwork code 510 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 510 Lamp sensor see Light sensor Lamps, exterior 464 Front 464 Light sensor, Messages in the multifunction display 438 Messages in display 438 Messages in the multifunction display 438, 440, 442 Rear 464 Switch 135 541 Index Lamps, indicator and warning ABS 27, 400 Adaptive Damping System (ADS)* 255 Alarm system 107 Battery (SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*) 117 Battery (SmartKey) 112 Brakes 27, 401, 402 Center console 31, 411 CHECK ENGINE 29, 403, 404 Downhill Speed Regulation 250 Engine diagnostics 29, 403, 404 ESP® 27, 405 Fog lamps, Front/rear 135 Front passenger front air bag off 31, 78 Fuel reserve 29, 410 High beam headlamps 29 Instrument cluster 26, 28, 400, 401, 402, 403, 404, 405, 406, 407, 408, 410 Off-road driving program 253 Parktronic* 262 542 Preglow indicator, Diesel engine 29 Seat belt telltale 29, 87, 406 Seat belts 407 Seat heating* 130 Seat ventilation* 131 SRS 29, 72, 87, 410 Turn signals 27 Vehicle level control* 257 Language, Setting 167 LATCH-type child seat anchors see Children in the vehicle Layout of poly-V-belt drive (ML 320 CDI) 512 Layout of poly-V-belt drive (ML 350, ML 550) 512 Layout of poly-V-belt drive (ML 63 AMG) 512 Light sensor Messages in the multifunction display 438 Lighter see Cigarette lighter (Depending on vehicle configuration) Lighting, Exterior and interior 135 Limp-Home Mode 197, 403, 404 Loading see Vehicle loading Locator lighting 138, 171 Lock buttons, KEYLESS-GO* Outside door handle 69 Locking the vehicle see Key Loss of keys, Mechanical key 118 Loss of keys, SmartKey 118 Loss of keys, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 118 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Leather upholstery*, Cleaning and care Booklet 509 of 398 Lever for cruise control 244 License plate lamps 473 Messages in the multifunction display 440 Replacing bulbs 464, 473 Light alloy wheels, Cleaning 396 Low beam headlamps Messages in the multifunction display 440 Replacing bulbs 464 Switching on 59, 135 Lubricants 522 Lumbar support 129 Index Main dimensions 520 Maintenance 12, 386 Calling up service indicator display 388 Clearing service indicator message 387 Maintenance System 386 Resetting service indicator 388 Service indicator message 386 Service term exceeded 387 Maintenance System 386 Manual headlamp mode see Headlamps Manual shift progam (ML 63 AMG only) 195 Manual shift program (ML 63 AMG) Activating 195 Deactivating 196 Maximum cooling, MAXCOOL* see Automatic climate control (3-zone)* 226 Maximum load rating, Tires 381 Maximum loaded vehicle weight, Multifunction display 147 Changing settings see Control system Tires 381 MB Tex upholstery, Cleaning and care of 398 Mechanical key 455 Memory function* see Seats Menus see Control system menus Messages in display see Multifunction display messages Microphone, Hands-free 33 Minispare wheel see Spare wheel Mirrors Adjusting 49 Auto-dimming rear view mirrors* 199 Exterior rear view mirror 49 Interior rear view mirror 49, 199 MON 338, 526 Multicontour seat* 129 menus and Control system submenus Selecting display 168 Selecting language 167 Multifunction display messages 413 ABS 415 Air suspension program* 447 Brake fluid 430 Brake lamps 438 Brake pads 428 Coolant 433 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 439 Cruise control 416 Doors 435 Downhill Speed Regulation 428 EBP 429 Engine coolant 431, 433 ESP® 405 543 Index Fog lamps, Front 439 Fog lamps, Rear 441 Front passenger front air bag 421, 422, 423, 424 Fuel cap 435 Headlamps 438, 439, 441, 443 Hood 435 Key, SmartKey 437 Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 436, 437 Lamps 438, 439, 440, 441, 443 Low tire pressure 425, 445, 446 Parking brake 429 Parking lamps 441 Tele Aid 444 Telephone* 444 Turn signals 443 Vehicle battery 427 Windshield washer fluid 444 Multifunction steering wheel 30, 148 Button operation 148 544 Navigation system* 161 See separate COMAND system operating instructions Net, Cargo* 272 Net, Parcel 283 Neutral gear position, Automatic transmission 183, 187 New vehicle, Break-in period 310 Night security illumination 138, 171 Normal occupant weight 381 Number, Vehicle Identification (VIN) 510 Occupant distribution 381 Occupant safety 72 Active head restraint 88 Air bags 74 Children and air bags 75, 89, 91 Children in the vehicle 89 Fastening the seat belt 51 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 79, 83, 84 Infant and child restraint systems 90 LATCH-type child seat anchors 93 OCS 79 OCS, Messages in the multifunction display 421, 422, 423, 424 Seat belts 51, 76 OCS 79 Self-test 84 Odometer 146, 147, 154 Off-road - 4-ETS 105 Off-road - ABS 99 Off-road - ESP® 103 Off-road driving Checklist 322, 327 Crossing obstacles 325 Driving instructions for off-road driving 319 Driving through water 324 Returning 327 Rules 321 Special driving features 320 Steep terrain 322 Off-road driving program 253 Oil level see Engine oil, Checking level One-touch gearshifting 193 Operating safety 17 Operator’s Manual 10 Ornamental moldings, Cleaning 393 Outside temperature see Displays Overdue maintenance service term 387 Overhead control panel 33 Oxidation catalyst (diesel engine) 335 Paintwork code 510 Paintwork, Cleaning 390 Panic alarm 97 Parcel net Front passenger footwell 283 Front seat backrests 283 Parking 65, 315 On hills 65 Over things that burn, Potential consequences 65, 335 Parking brake 57, 65 Lamps, Indicator and warning 401 Messages in the multifunction display 429 Releasing 57 Parking lamps Messages in the multifunction display 441 Replacing bulbs 468 Index Parking position* Exterior rear view mirrors 177, 200 Parktronic* 31, 259 Cleaning system sensors 394 Minimum distance 261 Range 261 Switching on/off 263 System malfunction 263 System sensors 260 System sensors, Cleaning 394 Warning indicators 25, 262 Parts service 508 PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp see Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp Passenger compartment 334 Fuse box 506 Interior lighting 142 Interior rear view mirror 33 Parcel net in front passenger footwell 283 Passenger safety see Occupant safety Pedals 311 Phone see Telephone* Plastic and rubber parts, cleaning 396 Poly-V-belt drive Layout (ML 320 CDI) 512 Layout (ML 350, ML 550) 512 Layout (ML 63 AMG) 512 Positions (Memory function*) see Seats Pounds per square inch see PSI Power assistance 312 Power outlets 287 Power seat see Seats, Power Power tilt/sliding sunroof 240 Convenience closing feature 238 Opening/closing 240 Stopping 238 Summer opening feature 237 Synchronizing 242 Power washer 390 545 Index Power windows 235 Cleaning 395 Convenience closing feature 238 Door windows 236 Opening/closing 235 Rear door windows, Blocking operation 96 Summer opening feature 237 Synchronizing, Door windows 237 Practical hints 448 Premium unleaded gasoline 526 Problems While driving 63 With starting see Starting difficulties With the vehicle 18 Product information 9 Production options weight 381 Program mode selector switch (ML 63 AMG only) 194 PSI 381 Push-starting see Tow-starting Radio AUDIO menu, Control system 160 Selecting station 160 Selecting station (satellite*) 160 Radio transmitters 334 Range (distance to empty) 180 Range of the sensors Parktronic* 261 Reading lamp, front 142 Reading lamp, rear interior 143 Rear automatic climate control 231, 233 Rear center console ashtray see Ashtrays (Depending on vehicle configuration) Rear climate control* 216 Rear door windows Blocking operation 96 Rear fog lamp see Fog lamps Rear lamps see Tail lamps Rear seat head restraints see Head restraints Rear towing eye 502 Rear towing eye, Vehicles with Sport Package* 502 Rear view camera* 264 Rear view mirrors see Mirrors Rear window defroster 203 Rear window wiper/washer 62 Rear windows see Power windows Rear wiper blade 476 Recommended tire inflation pressure 381 Recovery services, Stolen vehicle (Tele Aid) 301 Refrigerant, Air conditioning 525 Refueling 337 Regular checks 339 Reminder, Seat belt see Seat belts, Telltale Remote control SmartKey 110 SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 113 Remote door unlock, Tele Aid 301 Removing rear seat cushions (Vehicles with cargo management system*) 277 546 Reporting safety defects 19 Reset button, In instrument cluster 164 Reset tool Active head restraints, Depository 459 Residual heat and ventilation 215, 230 Reverse gear position, Automatic transmission 183, 187 Rims 381, 515 Roadside Assistance 12 Roadside Assistance button see Tele Aid RON 338, 526 Roof rails 266 Rubber parts, Cleaning 396 Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) 360 Replacing bulbs 463 Additional turn signals, Exterior rear view mirrors 470 Backup lamps 463, 471 Brake lamps 463, 471 Corner-illuminating front fog lamps* 463, 464, 469 Fog lamp, Rear 463, 471 Fog lamps, Front 463, 464, 469 High beam headlamps 463, 464, 467 License plate lamps 463, 473 Low beam headlamps 463, 464, 466 Parking/standing lamps 463, 468, 471, 472 Side marker lamps, Front 463, 464, 466, 469 Side marker lamps, Rear 463, 471 Tail lamps 463, 464, 471, 472 Turn signal lamps, Front 463, 464, 468 Turn signal lamps, Rear 463, 471 Index Safety Driving safety systems 98 Occupant safety 72 Reporting safety defects 19 Safety belts see Seat belts Satellite radio* 160 Scissors-type vehicle jack 450, 451 Seat belt force limiter 87 Seat belts 84 Children in the vehicle 89 Cleaning 397 Fastening 51 Height adjustment 53 Messages in the multifunction display 407 Proper use of 53, 86 Safety guidelines 76 Telltale 29, 84, 406 Warning lamp 406, 407 Seat cushion depth see Seats 547 Index Seat heating* see Seats Seat ventilation* see Seats Seating capacity 353 Seats 43, 127 Adjusting 43 Cushion depth, Multicontour seat* 129 Folding the backrest forward 269 Heating* 130 Lumbar support 129 Memory function* 133 Multicontour seat* 129 Returning seat backrest to original position 271 Ventilation* 131 Securing cargo 268 Cargo tie-down rings 268 Hooks 269 Selector lever see Gear selector lever Self-test Lamps in the instrument cluster 400 OCS 84 Tele Aid 295 Vehicle battery 489 Service and warranty information 10 Service intervals see Maintenance, Service indicator Service life Tires 349 Service see Maintenance Service system see Maintenance System Service, Parts 508 Settings Adaptive Damping System (ADS)* 255 Air suspension* 254 Clock 169 Comfort functions* 176 Control system menus 150, 152 Control system submenus 151, 153, 166 Date 153, 166, 169 Daytime running lamp mode 170 Factory, SmartKey 112 Factory, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 116 Individual, Vehicle 163 Instrument cluster 167 Language, multifunction display 167, 168 Lighting 170 Memory function* 133 Resetting all, Control system 164 Selective, SmartKey 112 Selective, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* 117 Time 169 Vehicle configuration 177 Vehicle level control* 255 Shift program (ML 63 AMG only) 194 Shifting Automatic transmission 54 Shifting, Automatic transmission 183 Side impact air bags 78 Side marker lamps Cleaning lenses 393 Messages in the multifunction display 441 Replacing bulbs 464, 469, 472 Side windows see Power windows Sidewall 381 SmartKey see Key, SmartKey SmartKey see Key, SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* Snow chains 385 Snow tires see Winter tires 548 Index Spare wheel 518 Bolts 450 Mounting 479 Wheel bolts 484 Spare wheel (except ML 63 AMG) 452 Speed settings Cruise control 246 Speedometer 27 Spinning see Tires, Direction of rotation SRS 86 Indicator lamp 29, 410 Messages in the multifunction display 410 Standing lamps 135 Replacing bulbs 463, 464, 468, 471 Standing water, Driving through 324 Starter switch 25, 40 Positions 40 Starting difficulties, Engine 57 Starting, Engine 54 Steep terrain, Driving 322 Steering column 47, 48 Steering wheel 46 Suspension tuning see Air suspension pro- Adjustment, Electrically* 48 Adjustment, Manually 47 Buttons 30, 148 Cleaning 397 Steering wheel gearshift control Automatic transmission 193 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 301 Storage compartments 34, 279 Cup holder 284 Cup holders 284 Door pockets 34 Front center console 281 Glove box 279 Parcel net, Front passenger footwell 283 Parcel nets, Front seat backrest 283 Rear seats, In front of 282 Storage/telephone* compartment Armrest, Front 281 Storing tires 350 Stranded vehicle 503 Submenus see Control system submenus Sun visors 201 Sunroof see Power tilt/sliding sunroof gram* Symbols used in this Operator’s Manual 16 Tachometer 29, 146 Overspeed range 146 Tail lamps 471 Cleaning lenses 393 Messages in the multifunction display 442 Replacing bulbs 464, 472 Tailgate Closing from the inside, Electrically* 122 Closing from the outside (vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*) 123 Opening 119 Opening from the inside, Electrically* 121 Unlocking and opening the tailgate in an emergency 456 549 Index Tar stains 390 Technical data 507 Air conditioning refrigerant 525 Brake fluid 523, 525 Capacities fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. 522, 523 Coolant 528 Dimensions, Vehicle 520 Electrical system 519 Engine 513 Engine oil 525 Engine oil additives 525 Fuel requirements 526 Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. 522 Gasoline additives 527 Main dimensions 520 Premium unleaded gasoline 526 Rims 515 Tires 515 Weights 521 Windshield washer and headlamp cleaning system* 524, 530 550 Tele Aid 294 Telephone* 291 Call priority 300 Emergency calls 296 Hands-free microphone 33 Information 299 Initiating an emergency call manually 297 Messages in the multifunction display 444 Remote door unlock 301 Roadside Assistance 298 SOS button 297 Stolen Vehicle Recovery services 301 System self-check 295 Telephone cradle* Changing 293 Answering/ending a call 181 Changing mobile phone cradle 293 Dialing a number from the phone book 181 Ending a call or rejecting an incoming call 181 Hands-free microphone 33 Inserting in cradle 292 Installing a different mobile phone cradle 294 Messages in the multifunction display 444 Operation 180 Phone book 181 Redialing 182 Rejecting/ending a call 181 Removing from cradle 293 Telescoping rod 277 Temperature Coolant 154 Display mode, Status indicator 168 Interior temperature 209 Interior temperature, setting see Climate control or Automatic climate control (3-zone)* Outside temperature 155 Sensor, Interior temperature 206, 220 Sensor, Outside temperature 146 Setting display unit 155 Tether attachment points, see Children in the vehicle Tire and Loading Information Placard 352 Terminology 379 Tire Identification Number see TIN Tire inflation pressure Checking manually 359 Checking tire pressure electronically with the Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Advanced TPMS)*, (Canada only) 365 Checking tire pressure electronically with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), (USA only) 362 Recommended tire inflation Three-zone Automatic climate control see pressure 357 Automatic climate control (3-zone) * Tires 348, 515 Ticket holder 284 Tie-down rings 268 Tightening torque Wheel bolts 487 Tilt/sliding sunroof see Power tilt/sliding sunroof* Time 169 TIN 374, 381 Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Advanced TPMS)*, (Canada only) 365 Air pressure 379 Care and maintenance 349 Chains 385 Cleaning 350 Collapsible tire (ML 63 AMG only) 453 Index Collapsible tire, Spare wheel 518 Combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale, USA only 27 Direction of rotation, Spinning 351 Driving instructions 315 Hydroplaning 316 Important guidelines 348 Important notes, Tire inflation pressure 358 Inflation pressure 340, 357, 359 Information placard 352 Inspection 349 Load rating 370, 371, 381 Loading Information 352 Loading terminology 379 Loading the vehicle 351 Low tire pressure telltale 408 Low tire pressure telltale, Canada only 27 Maximum load 382 Messages in the multifunction display 408 Minispare wheel (except ML 63 AMG) 452 Ply composition and material used 382 551 Index Problems under-/overinflation 369 Retreads 348 Rims and tires 515 Rotating 351 Run Flat Indicator (Canada only) 360 Service life 349 Sizes 370 Snow chains 385 Spare wheel 479 Spare wheel, Collapsible tire 518 Speed rating 317, 372, 382 Storing 350 Temperature 358, 378 Terminology 379 TIN 374, 381 Tire Identification Number see TIN Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), (USA only) 362 TPMS malfunction telltale 408 Traction 316, 378, 382 Tread 382 Tread depth 350, 384 Treadwear indicators 382 Vehicle maximum load on 382 Wear pattern 383 Winter tires 384 Tongue Weight Rating see TWR Tools 448 Top tether Children in the vehicle 94 Towing Trailer 191, 328, 331 Towing eye bolt 501 Towing the vehicle 501, 503 Tow-starting 497, 499 Traction 378, 382 4-ETS, Driving safety systems 98, 104 Trailer Attaching 330 Checking weights 330 Electrical connections 329 Hitch* 328 Loading 329 Towing 328, 331 Weights and ratings 329 Transfer case 198 Transmission position indicator 147 Transmission see Automatic transmission Traveling abroad 334 Tread 382 Tread depth 350, 384 Treadwear indicators 382 Trip computer 178 Trip odometer, resetting 146 Turn signal lamps Cleaning lenses 393 Messages in the multifunction display 443 Replacing bulbs 464 Turn signals 60 Additional in mirrors 464 Bulbs 464, 472 Cleaning lenses 393 Indicator lamps 27 Turning off the engine 67 TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) 382 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards 382 Units, Settings Speedometer 168 Temperature 168 Unlocking the vehicle see Key 552 Index Uphill driving Cruise control 246 Upholstery Cleaning and care of 397 Useful features 279 Vehicle Battery 489 Break-in period 310 Care 389 Control system, Settings menu 163 Dimensions 520 Locking/unlocking 38, 65, 110 Locking/unlocking in an emergency 455 Modifications and alterations, Operat- ing safety 17 Proper use of 17 Total load limit 382 Towing 499 Washing 389 Weights 521 Vehicle and trailer weights and Vehicle Recovery services, Stolen ratings 329 Vehicle care 389 Vehicle Identification Number see VIN Vehicle jack 450, 451 Vehicle level control* 255 Messages in the multifunction display 447 Vehicle lighting 340 Vehicle loading Cargo compartment cover blind 271 Cargo net* 272 Cargo tie-down rings 268 Expanding cargo compartment 269 Hooks 269 Load limit 353 Loading instructions 266 Loading terminology 379 Parcel nets 283 Roof rails 266 Terminology 379 Vehicle maximum load on the tire 382 (Tele Aid) 301 Vehicle status message memory menu 162 Vehicle tool kit 448 Vehicle washing 391 VIN 511 Voice control system* Button on multifunction steering wheel 30, 148 Hands-free microphone 33 Warning indicators

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2008 Mercedes-benz M Class Owners Manual