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.
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Rear-view mirror
Rear-view mirror (manual anti-glare)
- anti-glare mode: flick anti-glare
switch 1 forwards or back. ...
Dashboard fuse box
Do not use a pointed object such as a
screwdriver to open the cover in the
dashboard. You could damage the
dashboard or the cover.
– To open: pull cover 1 outwards in the
direction of ...
Cleaning the sensors
•► Clean sensors 1 of the driving systems
with water, car shampoo and a soft cloth.
When cleaning the sensors with a power
washer, maintain a distance between the
vehicle and the nozzle ...
