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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Switching on DISTRONIC PLUS, storing
the current speed and maintaining it
Important safety notes
WARNING
The vehicle can be braked when DISTRONIC
PLUS is activated. For this reason, deactivate
DISTRONIC PLUS if the vehicle is to be set in
motion by other means (e. ...
Locking and unlocking centrally
The SmartKey centrally locks/unlocks:
- the doors
- the tailgate
- the fuel filler flap
1 Locks the vehicle
2 Opens/closes the tailgate
3 Unlocks the vehicle
When unlocking, the turn signa ...
Problems with the engine
Problem
The engine does not start. The starter motor can be heard.
Possible causes/consequences and Solutions
There is a malfunction in the engine electronics.
There is a malfunction in the fu ...