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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    Removing the ball coupling
    – Remove the spring cotter. – Remove the bolt from the ball coupling recess. – Remove the ball coupling from the ball coupling recess. – Clean the ball coupling if it is dirty. Information on ...

    Hazard warning lamps
    The hazard warning lamps automatically switch on if: an air bag is deployed. the vehicle is slowed down severely from a speed of over 45 mph(70 km/h) and comes to a halt. To switch on the ...

    "Reverse parking" function
    – Make sure that the rear view camera is activated and that the "Reverse parking" function is selected. See the separate operating instructions for COMAND. The lane and the guide line ...