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.
See also:
PRE-SAFE® (preventative occupant
protection)
WARNING
The PRE-SAFE® system reduces the impact of
an accident on vehicle occupants, as long as
their seat belts have been fastened correctly.
Although your vehicle is equipped with a PRESAF ...
Center console, upper section
1 Audio system/COMAND; see the separate operating instructions
2 Seat heating
3 Seat ventilation
4 PARKTRONIC
5 Downhill Speed Regulation
(vehicles without AIRMATIC package)
6 Hazard war ...
Tow-starting (emergency enginestarting)
Vehicles with automatic transmission
must not be started by tow-starting. This
could otherwise damage the transmission. ...