Brilliant finish: the rear assembly of the M-Class
The rear area too of the M-Class also protects the sturdy passenger compartment in crash situations thanks to specific deformation work, therefore minimising the loads on the occupants. A special impact test conducted to check tank leakage gives an indication of the exceptional load capabilities of the rear part of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class body. The test involved running a crash carriage into the rear of the M-Class at 80 km/h. The tank system survived this fatal impact without suffering any leaks.
To enhance rigidity, increase the energy absorbtion capability and improve deformation behaviour, the multi-piece rear longitudinal members feature a continuous closed cross-section with stepped plate thicknesses (tailored blanks). The spare wheel well forms an integrated part of the steel floor, and a steel flexible bumper bracket carries the rear bumper covering and is connected to the rear structure via two steel crashboxes.
See also:
Opening
Press the button on the SmartKey.
Pull handle 1.
Raise the tailgate.
Vehicles with the EASY-PACK tailgate: if you pull handle 1 and keep it in this
position, you can open the tailga ...
Curb weight
The weight of a vehicle with standard
equipment including the maximum capacity
of fuel, oil and coolant. It also includes the airconditioning
system and optional equipment
if these are install ...
Vehicle operation outside the USAand Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign
countries, please be aware that:
• service facilities or replacement parts
may
not be readily available.
• unleaded fuel for vehicles with a cataly ...