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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Immobilizer
The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from being started without the correct
SmartKey.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.
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Please bear the following in mind
At the onset of winter, have your vehicle
winterproofed at a qualified specialist
workshop, e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center.
Observe the notes in the "Changing a wheel"
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Weather Band
Switching on
Select the currently set waveband FM or
AM by sliding and turning
the
COMAND controller and press to
confirm.
Select WB from the menu and press
to
confirm.
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