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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Checking the coolant level
Only check the coolant level when the vehicle
is on a level surface and the engine has cooled
down.
► Turn the SmartKey to position
2 in the ignition lock.
On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, ...
Important safety notes
In order for the battery to achieve the
maximum possible service life, it must always
be sufficiently charged.
Have the battery checked regularly at a
qualified specialist workshop, such a ...
State-of-the-art multimedia technology
In line with its self-assured character and its claim to be a technological
trendsetter, the 2010 Mercedes-Benz S-Class also sets standards where onboard
infotainment is concerned. As a world firs ...