Under the Hood
The ML350 carries a 232-hp, 3.7-liter V-6 engine, while the ML500 comes with a 288-hp, 5.0-liter V-8. Both models use a five-speed-automatic transmission with a manual shift gate. The permanently engaged four-wheel-drive system has a Low-range gear setting, and it distributes power among the four wheels as needed to maintain traction. Unlike its X5 and RX 330 rivals, Mercedes insists that the M-Class is a true offroad vehicle.
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Vehicle level
Your vehicle automatically adjusts its ride
height to improve driving safety and reduce
fuel consumption.
Depending on the vehicle height that has
been set, the vehicle automatically adjusts it ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
If you tow the vehicle, you must use a rigid towing bar if:
the engine is not running.
there is a brake system malfunction.
there is a malfunction in the power supply or the vehi ...
Decoupling a trailer
WARNING
Do not disconnect a trailer with an engaged overrun brake. Otherwise, your hand
could become trapped between the bumper and trailer drawbar.
Do not disconnect a trailer with an eng ...