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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Position of the steering wheel for
driving
The steering wheel is moved to the last selected position when:
- the driver's door is closed.
- you insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
or
- you press the Start/Stop button once on vehicl ...
Message memory
The on-board computer saves certain display messages. You can call up the
display messages
in the message memory.
•► Press the button on the steering
wheel to select the Serv. menu.
If ...
Engine number
1 Emission control information plate,
including the certification of both federal
and Californian emissions standards
2 Engine number (stamped into the
crankcase)
3 VIN (on the lower edge of th ...