Vehicle Overview
Mercedes-Benz’s conventionally styled luxury sport utility vehicle gained a larger 3.7-liter V-6 engine midway through the 2003 model year, which prompted the automaker to change the designation of the ML320 model to ML350. For 2004, a DVD-based navigation system is a factory option for the ML350; it is priced under $1,000 and comes as standard equipment on the ML500. An Inspiration Edition remains available until late fall of 2003, but the high-performance ML55 AMG model has been dropped.
Built in Alabama, the ML350 carries a 232-horsepower V-6 engine, while the ML500 packs a 288-hp, 5.0-liter V-8. Both models have permanently engaged four-wheel drive with a Low range. The five-speed-automatic transmission features Touch Shift manual-gear selection. Traction control works when going downhill and while accelerating. Mercedes-Benz’s Tele Aid emergency communication system can summon help or track a stolen vehicle. M-Class competitors include the Acura MDX, Ford Explorer and redesigned Lexus RX 330. The German automaker also offers the utilitarian-looking and more expensive G-Class SUV.
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Complete safety package for maximum occupant protection
In combination with the front and rear deformation zones, the Mercedes-Benz
GLK-Class's highstrength passenger cell provides a highly efficient foundation
for the occupant protection systems. Thes ...
Attaching the roof carrier
Attaching the roof carrier
Open covers 1 carefully in the
direction of
the arrow.
Fold covers 1 upwards.
Only secure the roof carrier to the
anchorage points under covers 1.
Observe th ...
Infrared light (Night View Assist Plus)
•► Switch off the lights.
•► Open the hood.
•► Turn housing cover 1 counter-clockwise
and pull it out.
•► Turn bulb 2 counter-clockwise and pull it
out.
•► Inse ...
