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.
See also:
Engaging reverse gear R
Only shift the automatic transmission to
R when the vehicle is stationary.
The ECO start/stop function is not
available when reverse gear is engaged.
For further information on the ECO start/s ...
Raising the vehicle
WARNING
When jacking up the vehicle, only use the jack which has been specifically approved
by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle.
The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at t ...
Vehicle identification plate with
vehicle identification number (VIN)
and paint code number
•► Open the driver's door.
You will see vehicle identification plate 1.
Example: vehicle identification plate (USA only)
2. VIN
3. Paint code
Example: vehicle identification ...