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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Setting the rear-compartment air
distribution using the rear control panel
Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock.
Press rocker switch 13 or 16 up or down
repeatedly until the desired
air distribution symbol is shown in the
display. ...
Cup holder in the front-compartment
center console
You can remove the cup holder's rubber mat
for cleaning. Clean with clear, lukewarm
water only.
1 Cup holders
2 Cover
– To open: slide cover 2 fully forwards. ...
"Minispare" emergency spare wheel
The "Minispare" emergency spare wheel can
be found in the stowage well under the trunk
floor.
Lift the trunk floor up.
Remove tool kit tray 1.
Turn stowage well ...