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 exterior
If the battery has been disconnected or
completely discharged, the exterior mirrors
must be reset. The exterior mirrors will
otherwise not fold in when you select the
"Fold in mirrors when lo ...
Crash-responsive emergency lighting
The interior lighting is activated automatically
if the vehicle is involved in an accident.
•► To switch off the crash-responsive
emergency lighting: press the hazard
warning lamp button. ...
Kickdown
Use kickdown for maximum acceleration.
- Vehicles for USA: fully depress the
accelerator pedal.
The transmission shifts to a lower gear
depending on the engine speed.
- Vehicles for Canada: dep ...