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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Overhead control panel
Switches the rear interior
lighting on/off
Switches the automatic interior
lighting control on/off
Switches the righthand reading
lamp on/off
Opens/closes the panorama roof
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Transmission positions
Park position
Do not shift the transmission into position P() unless the vehicle
is stationary. The parking lock should not be used as a brake when parking. In addition
to engaging the parking lo ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
Only use roof racks approved by Mercedes- Benz for your vehicle model to avoid
damage to the vehicle.
Follow the manufacturer's installation instructions. Otherwise, an improperly ...