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.
See also:
Vehicle identification plate withvehicle identification number (VIN)and paint code number
► Open the driver's door.
You will see vehicle identification plate 1.
Example: vehicle identification plate (USA only)
2 Paint code
3 VIN
Example: vehicle identification plate (Can ...
Tire labeling overview
The following markings are on the tire in addition to the tire name (sales designation)
and the manufacturer's name:
Uniform tire Quality Grading Standard ()
DOT, Tire Identification Num ...
Parking the vehicle for a long period
If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than
four weeks, the battery may be damaged by
exhaustive discharge.
•► Connect a trickle charger.
You can obtain information about trickle
cha ...