Mercedes-Benz 2010 M-Class - Manual

Air filter .......................................... 292Air suspension program ................. 285Alternator .............................. 280, 290Automatictransmission .................................. 280Battery ................................... 280, 290Brake fluid ............................

Product Information Please observe the following in your own bestinterest:We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts as well as conversion parts andaccessories explicitly approved by us for yourvehicle model.We have tested these parts to determine theirreliability, safety and special suitability...

Rhode Island, and Vermont EmissionControl System Warranty 1 R State Warranty Enforcement Laws (LemonLaws) Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles Under California law you may be entitled to areplacement of your vehicle or a refund of thepurchase price o...

Operating safety G Warning! Work improperly carried out on electroniccomponents and associated software couldcause them to cease functioning. Because thevehicle’s electronic components areinterconnected, any modifications made mayproduce an undesired effect on othersystems. Electronic malfunctions c...

In Canada: Customer Relations DepartmentMercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.98 Vanderhoof AvenueToronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 Reporting safety defects For the USA only:The following text is published as required ofmanufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S.Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the“National Traf...

Exterior view ....................................... 26Cockpit ................................................. 27Instrument cluster .............................. 28Multifunction steering wheel ............. 30Center console .................................... 31Overhead control panel .............

Exterior view i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not beequipped with all features described in this manual. Function Page : Tailgate 75 Power tailgate 76 ; Rear...

Cockpit Function Page : Cruise control lever:Cruise control 141 Distronic 144 ; Instrument cluster 28, 117 = Multifunction steeringwheel 30, 119 ? Horn A Steering wheel gearshiftcontrol 115 B Gear selector lever 109 C Front Parktronic warningindicators 161 D Overhead control panel 32 E Glove box lid...

Instrument cluster Function Page : # Left turn signal indicator lamp ; To dim instrument clusterillumination 118 = Reset button for: Trip odometer 118 Settings 129 ? To brighten instrumentcluster illumination 118 A ! Right turn signal indicator lamp B Clock 132 C Speedometer with: ! Antilock Brake S...

Multifunction steering wheel Function Page : Multifunction display 121 ; Press button ~ : to end a call 139 to reject an incoming call 139 Press button 6 : to answer a call 139 to dial 5 139 to redial 5 139 Press button W or X : to select submenus in the Settings menu 130 to set valuesto set the vol...

Center console Upper part Function Page : COMAND system, seeseparate operatinginstructions ; Climate control system 165 Rear window defroster 183 = Seat heating, frontpassenger side 86 ? Seat ventilation, frontpassenger side 85 A Parktronic systemdeactivation switch 162 ML 450 HYBRID: Fuel fillerfla...

Lower part Function Page : Ashtray with storagecompartment 196 Cigarette lighter 196 ; Cup holder 194 = Front armrest storagecompartment 192 ? Removable card/ticketholder 194 Overhead control panel Function Page : Left front reading lamp on/off 97 ; Automatic interior lighting 97 = Rear interior lig...

Function Page H Hands-free microphone forTele Aid (emergency callsystem), telephone andVoice Control System, seeseparate operatinginstructions I Front left interior lamp 97 Door control panel Function Page : Inside door handle 74 ; Central locking/unlockingswitch 75 = Exterior rear view mirroradjust...

Vehicle equipment .............................. 36Occupant safety .................................. 36Panic alarm .......................................... 61Driving safety systems ....................... 61Anti-theft systems .............................. 66 35 Safety and security 164_AKB; 7; 31...

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Occupant safety Introduction In this section you wi...

G Warning! The SRS self-check has detected amalfunction when the SRS indicator lamp + : R does not come on at all R does not go out after 4 seconds after theengine was started R comes on while driving For your safety, we strongly recommend thatyou contact an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter immediatel...

you have any difficulties, please contact anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Center. R Do not lean your head or chest close to thesteering wheel or dashboard. R Keep hands on the outside of the steeringwheel rim. Placing hands and arms insidethe rim can increase the risk and potentialseverity of hand/arm in...

bags repaired. This will help to make sure theair bags will continue to provide supplementalcrash protection for occupants. Safety guidelines for the seat belt, Emergency Tensioning Device (ETD) and air bag G Warning! R Damaged seat belts or seat belts that havebeen subjected to stress in an acciden...

doors must therefore only be performed byqualified technicians. Contact an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center. Front side impact air bags : and rear side impact air bags ; are designed to provide increased protection for the thorax but notthe head, neck and arms.The side impact air bags are deployed R o...

R regardless of whether the front passengerseat is occupied R in certain vehicle rollovers, if the systemdetermines that air bag deployment canoffer additional protection to that providedby the seat belt Window curtain air bags : are not deployed in impacts which do not exceed the system’sdeployment...

42 indicator lamp : will be illuminated, except with the SmartKeyremoved from the starter switch or with thestarter switch in position 0. G Warning! If the red SRS indicator lamp + in the instrument cluster and the 42 indicator lamp are lit at the same time, thereis a malfunction in the OCS. The fro...

If necessary, adjust the tilt of the passengerseat backrest.An incorrectly mounted child seat could causeinjuries to the child in case of an accident,instead of increasing protection for the child.Follow the manufacturer’s instructions forinstallation of child seats. BabySmart™ air bag deactivation ...

of the child, and secure child restraint withthe vehicle’s seat belt according to the childseat manufacturer’s instructions. G Warning! When using a BabySmart™ compatible childseat on the front passenger seat, the frontpassenger front air bag will not deploy only ifthe 42 indicator lamp remains illu...

the effectiveness off the BabySmart™ air bagdeactivation system. The bottom of the childseat must make full contact with the frontpassenger seat cushion. An incorrectlymounted child seat could cause injuries to thechild in case of an accident, instead ofprotecting the child.Follow the manufacturer’s...

Fastening the seat belts G Warning! According to accident statistics, children aresafer when properly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the front seatingposition. Thus, we strongly recommend thatchildren be placed in the rear seats wheneverpossible. Regardless of seating position,child...

Seat belt outlet height adjustment X Raising: Slide the seat belt outlet height adjuster upward.The seat belt outlet height adjusterengages in different positions. X Lowering: Press and hold release button : . X Slide the seat belt outlet height adjusterdownward. X Release button : and make sure the...

If you and/or your passenger release theseat belt during driving, the seat belttelltale 7 starts flashing and the warning chime sounds as described before.If the driver’s or the front passenger’s seatbelt remains unfastened after 60 seconds,the warning chime stops sounding, the seatbelt telltale 7 s...

must be reset. Otherwise, the NECK-PROactive front head restraints cannot offer anyadditional protection in the event of anotherrear-end collision.For information on resetting the activatedNECK-PRO active front head restraints, see“Resetting activated head restraints”( Y page 309). You cannot remove...

Make sure: R The seat belt is always fitted snugly. R Adjust the seat belt so that the shouldersection is located as close as possible tothe middle of the shoulder. R Place the lap portion of the seat belt as lowas possible on your hips. Seat and head restraint G Observe Safety notes, see page 81. X...

Unsecured or improperly positioned cargoincreases a child’s risk of injury in the eventof R strong braking maneuvers R sudden changes of direction R an accident Infant and child restraint systems G Observe Safety notes, see page 55. We recommend all infants and children beproperly restrained at all ...

accident, they could be crushed between theoccupant and seat belt.A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries issignificantly increased if the child restraintsare not properly secured in the vehicle and/or the child is not properly secured in the childrestraint.Children too big for a toddler restrai...

X Guide top tether strap ? between the head restraint and top of the seat backrest. X Securely fasten hook = , which is part of top tether strap ? , to anchorage ring ; . Make sure R hook = is attached to anchorage ring ; beyond the safety catch, as illustrated R top tether strap ? is not twisted R ...

X Install a LATCH-type child seat accordingto the manufacturer’s instructions.A rigid connection between the child seatand the body of the vehicle is established. X Make sure that the seat belt for the rearcenter seat can operate freely with a childseat installed. Child safety Child safety locks G O...

The rear door windows can no longer beoperated using the respective switchlocated in the rear doors. You can still operate the rear door windowsusing the switches located on the doorcontrol panel of the driver’s door. X Deactivating: Press override switch : again.The switch disengages from its reces...

achieved with winter tires, or snow chainsas required. Safety notes G Warning! The following factors increase the risk ofaccidents: R Excessive speed, especially in turns R Wet and slippery road surfaces R Following another vehicle too closely The driving safety systems described in thissection cann...

G Warning! If the ABS malfunctions, other driving safetysystems such as the BAS or the ESP ® are also switched off. Observe indicator and warninglamps that may come on as well as messagesin the multifunction display that may appear.If the ABS malfunctions, the wheels may lockduring hard braking, red...

G Warning! Never switch off the ESP ® when you see the ESP ® warning lamp d flashing in the instrument cluster. In this case proceed asfollows: R When driving off, apply as little throttle aspossible. R While driving, ease up on the acceleratorpedal. R Adapt your speed and driving style to theprevai...

circumstances described below. Disablingthe system will reduce vehicle stability indriving maneuvers.Do not switch off the ESP ® when a spare wheel is mounted. To improve the vehicle’s traction, switch offthe ESP ® . This allows the drive wheels to spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip, fo...

over-/understeering, thus improving vehicletraction. ESP ® trailer stabilization If the trailer you are towing should begin tosway, the rig can only be stabilized byimmediately applying the brakes hard.Steering during this maneuver will not help tostabilize the rig.The ESP ® will assist you in such ...

i If the alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds, the Tele Aid system initiates acall to the Response Center automatically.The Tele Aid system will initiate the callprovided that R you have subscribed to the Tele Aidservice R the Tele Aid service has been activatedproperly R the necessary mobile pho...

Vehicle equipment .............................. 70Locking and unlocking ....................... 70Starter switch positions ..................... 79Seats .................................................... 81Multifunction steering wheel ............. 86Mirrors .........................................

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Locking and unlocking Notes G Observe Safety notes,...

i Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions:1. This device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation of the device. Any unau...

Important notes on using KEYLESS-GO R You can also use the SmartKey withKEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey( Y page 70). R You can combine KEYLESS-GO functionswith normal SmartKey functions (e.g.unlocking with KEYLESS-GO and lockingwith button & ). R Always carry the SmartKey with you. R Never sto...

Unless you open a door or the tailgate withinapproximately 40 seconds after unlockingthe vehicle: R The vehicle will be locked again. R The antitheft alarm system will be rearmed. X Global locking: Press lock button : on an outside door handle. Selective setting If you frequently travel alone, you m...

information on replacing the SmartKey, see“Replacing the SmartKey” ( Y page 74). Replacing the SmartKey Only you, or someone authorized by you canorder a replacement key from any Mercedes-Benz Center. In order to do so, the Mercedes-Benz Center will require proof of identity andvehicle ownership wit...

Locking and unlocking from the inside G Observe Safety notes, see page 55. You can lock or unlock the vehicle from theinside using the central locking switches. Thiscan be useful, for example, if you want to lockthe vehicle before starting to drive.The central locking switches do not lock orunlock t...

X Lower tailgate by pulling firmly onhandles : . X Close tailgate with hands placed flat on it.Once the tailgate touches the latch, thetailgate will pull itself shut automatically. Power tailgate G Warning! Make sure the tailgate is closed when theengine is running and while driving. Amongother dang...

R Pull outside handle on the tailgate. R When no SmartKey is inserted in the starterswitch (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Makesure the vehicle’s on-board electronicshave status 0): Press button F on the SmartKey. Do not leave the SmartKey in the vehicle. Youmay lock yourself out.If the vehicle was previ...

R The vehicle locks. R The turn signals flash three times toconfirm locking. R The locking knobs in the doors movedown. R The anti-theft alarm system is armed. If the tailgate comes into contact with anobject while closing, the closing procedure isstopped and the tailgate reopens. This mayhappen if ...

Limiting opening height of tailgate You can limit the opening height of thetailgate in the upper opening range. This canbe useful, for example, when the space abovethe tailgate is not sufficient. Activating X Open the tailgate: Pull on handle ( Y page 75) or press and hold button F on the SmartKey u...

X Get a jump start. i If the SmartKey does not belong to the vehicle, the SmartKey can be turned in thestarter switch. However, the ignition doesnot switch on and the engine does not start. KEYLESS-GO G Observe Safety notes, see page 55. Vehicles equipped with the KEYLESS-GOfeature are supplied with...

i If you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/ stop button R once more, the ignition (position 2) is switched on R twice more the power supply is againswitched off Ignition (or position 2) X Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop buttontwice.This supplies power for all electricalconsumers.All lamps (except low-b...

X While seated, reach behind you with bothhands and find lower edge of the headrestraint. X Adjust the head restraint to the desiredposition by pushing or pulling on the loweredge of the head restraint cushion. Rear seat head restraints, removing and installing X Removing: Pull head restraint : to i...

X Switch on the ignition. X Switching on: Press respective seat ventilation switch : . Three blue indicator lamps ; in seat ventilation switch : come on. X Press seat ventilation switch : repeatedly until the desired ventilation level is set. X Switching off: Press seat ventilation switch : repeated...

Make sure R you can reach the steering wheel with yourarms slightly bent at the elbows R you can move your legs freely R all displays (including malfunction andindicator lamps) on the instrument clusterare clearly visible Steering wheel adjustment, manual X Unlocking: Pull release handle : out to it...

i The last set steering wheel position is stored when the ignition is switched off orthe position is stored in memory( Y page 92). With the easy-entry/exit feature activated,the steering wheel tilts upwards when youremove the SmartKey from the starter switch.The steering wheel also tilts upwards whe...

Mirrors Notes Adjust the interior and exterior rear viewmirrors before driving so that you have a goodview of the road and traffic conditions. Interior rear view mirror X Adjust the interior rear view mirrormanually. Interior rear view mirror, antiglare position X Tilt the mirror to the antiglare po...

The passenger-side exterior rear view mirrorreturns to its previously stored drivingposition R 10 seconds after you have put the gearselector lever out of reverse gear R R immediately once your vehicle exceeds aspeed of approximately 6 mph (10 km/h) R immediately when you press button : to select th...

Memory function Notes With the memory function you can store upto three different configurations per frontseat.Each memory position button on the driver’sside can store all of the following settings: R Seat position R Steering wheel position R Exterior rear view mirrors’ position G Warning! Do not a...

Exterior lamp switch 1 W Standing lamps, left 2 X Standing lamps, right 3 $ OffDaytime running lamp mode 4 Ã Automatic headlamp modeDaytime running lamp mode 5 T Parking lamps (also tail lamps,license plate lamps, side markerlamps and instrument panel lamps) 6 L Low-beam headlamps or high-beamheadla...

ambient lighting conditions require you to doso.In low ambient lighting conditions, only switchfrom position à to L with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location. Switchingfrom à to L will briefly switch off the headlamps. Doing so while driving in lowambient lighting conditions may result in ...

USA onlyYou can only switch on the high-beamheadlamps in low ambient lighting conditions.The high-beam flasher is available at all times. X For nighttime driving turn the exterior lampswitch to position L or à to permit activation of the high-beam headlamps. When the engine is running, and you turn ...

release. The corresponding turn signallamps will flash three times. High beam X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position L ( Y page 93). X Switching on: Push the combination switch in direction of arrow : . The high-beam headlamp indicator lamp K in the instrument cluster comes on. X Switching off:...

R with the front fog lamps switched off R when the engine is running Switching on X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position L or à . or X Activate the daytime running lamp mode( Y page 94). X Switch on the left or right turn signal,depending on whether you are turning leftor right.The respective f...

R unlock the vehicle R remove the SmartKey from the starterswitch ( Interior Lighting Delayed Shut-off must be switched on ( Y page 135)) R open a door R open the tailgate The interior lighting goes out after a shorttime. i If a door remains open, the interior lamps go out automatically after approx...

Switching on/off Combination switch 1 $ Windshield wipers off 2 Ä Slow intermittent wiping 8 3 Å Fast intermittent wiping 9 4 ° Slow continuous wiping 5 ¯ Fast continuous wiping B í Single wipe/ î Wiping with washer fluid X Switch on the ignition. X Turn the combination switch to the desiredposition...

For information on filling up the washerreservoir, see “Washer system and headlampcleaning system” ( Y page 217). For information on cleaning the headlampswith washer fluid, see “Headlamp cleaningsystem” ( Y page 96). Rear window wiper/washer X Observe notes on page ( Y page 98). The rear window wip...

are located on the front passenger door andon the rear doors. i Operating the rear door windows from the rear is not possible when you activatethe override switch ( Y page 60). G Observe Safety notes, see page 55. G Warning! When opening or closing the door windows,make sure there is no danger of an...

of anyone being harmed by the closingprocedure.If potential danger exists, proceed as follows: R Release button & to stop the closing procedure. To open, press and hold button % . To continue the closing procedure after making sure that there is no danger ofanyone being harmed by the closingproc...

conditions, drive only with at least onewindow fully open at all times. Automatic transmission Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission : Button for selecting park position P j Park position k Reverse gear i Neutral position h Drive position For more information on how to operate thegear selecto...

X Make sure the KEYLESS-GO start/stopbutton is inserted in the starter switch( Y page 80). i To start the engine with the SmartKey instead of the KEYLESS-GO function,remove the KEYLESS-GO start/stop buttonfrom the starter switch. Proceed asdescribed in “With SmartKey”( Y page 104). X Depress the bra...

is restricted in order to protect it fromdamage. Avoid driving your vehicle at fullspeed when the engine is cold to preventpremature engine wear and/or diminishedcomfort. ! If an acoustic warning sounds and the message Release Parking Brake appears in the multifunction display whendriving off, you h...

X Give very little gas. X Have the problem checked at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible. The coolant temperature is above 248‡ (120†) The coolant is too hot and is no longer coolingthe engine. X Stop the vehicle in a safe location as soonas possible. X Turn off the engine immedia...

X Releasing: Pull on release handle : . When the ignition is switched on or theengine is running, the brake warning lamp $ (USA only) or J (Canada only) in the instrument cluster goes out. X Engaging: Step on parking brake pedal ; firmly. When the engine is running, the brakewarning lamp $ (USA only...

something. Only shift into gear when theengine is idling normally and when your rightfoot is firmly on the brake pedal. ! The vehicle must be stopped when you shift the automatic transmission R directly between drive position D and reverse gear R R directly between reverse gear R and drive position ...

Transmission positions The current transmission position appears inthe multifunction display. : Transmission position indicator If the current transmission position does notappear in the multifunction display due to amalfunction, for example, make sure that theautomatic transmission is in the desire...

The current gear range appears in themultifunction display. : Gear range indicator Effect = With this selection you can use thebraking effect of the engine. 5 Allows the use of the engine’sbraking effect when driving R on steep downgrades R in mountainous regions R under extreme operatingconditions ...

One-touch gearshifting With the automatic transmission in driveposition D, you can limit or extend the gear range using the steering wheel gearshiftcontrol.ML 63 AMG: You only can limit or extend thegear range when driving in automaticprogram mode C or S. For information on using the steering wheel ...

upshifting or downshifting using the steeringwheel gearshift control. Program mode selector switch C Comfort For standard driving S Sport For sporty driving M Manual For manual gearshifting The current program mode appears in themultifunction display ( Y page 114). For information on automatic progr...

X Briefly pull left gearshift control : ( Y page 115). The automatic transmission shifts into thenext lower gear. i For maximum acceleration, pull and hold the left gearshift control. Depending on theengine speed the automatic transmissionselects the optimal gear for maximumacceleration. i When you ...

G Warning! No messages will be displayed if either theinstrument cluster or the multifunctiondisplay is inoperative.As a result, you will not be able to seeinformation about your driving conditions,such as R speed R outside temperature R warning/indicator lamps R malfunction/warning messages R failu...

Tachometer The red marking on the tachometer( Y page 29) denotes excessive engine speed. ! Avoid driving at excessive engine speeds, as it may result in serious engine damagethat is not covered by the Mercedes-BenzLimited Warranty. To help protect the engine, the fuel supply isinterrupted if the eng...

Press button WX to select submenus in the Settings menu to set valuesto operate the RACETIMER 11 to set the volume Press button ? to turn Voice Control Systemon 12 , see separate operating instructions = Press button VU to select next or previous menu Press button briefly &* to move within a men...

Multifunction display : Trip odometer ; Main odometer = Transmission position/gear rangeindicator ? Automatic transmission program modeindicator 13 A Outside temperature or digitalspeedometer For more information on menus displayed inthe multifunction display, see “Menus andsubmenus” ( Y page 121). ...

Function ? Audio/DVD menu ( Y page 126) A Navigation menu ( Y page 127) B AIRMATIC/Compass menu ( Y page 127) C Distronic menu ( Y page 128) D Vehicle status message memory 15 menu ( Y page 128) E Settings menu ( Y page 129) F Vehicle configuration menu ( Y page 137) G Trip computer menu ( Y page 13...

The engine should not be operated with acoolant temperature above 248‡(120†). Doing so may cause seriousengine damage which is not covered by theMercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Calling up digital speedometer or outside temperature You can select whether the digitalspeedometer or the outside temperat...

: Vehicle supply voltage indicator RACETIMER G Warning! The RACETIMER feature is only for use onroads and in conditions where high speeddriving is permitted. Racing on public roads isprohibited under all circumstances. The driveris and must always remain responsible forfollowing posted speed limits....

Deleting all lapsIt is not possible to delete a single saved lap.When you turn off the engine, the RACETIMERwill be reset to “0” after 30 seconds. All lapsare deleted. X Press button W while the timer is running.The timer stops. X Press the reset button in the instrumentcluster twice ( Y page 118). ...

X Press button V or U repeatedly until the Off-road Mode menu appears in the multifunction display. X Press button W or X to switch the off-road driving program On or Off . The symbol Ç appears in the lower multifunction display. The setting is stored when you turn off theengine. Audio/DVD menu The ...

Operating audio devices/audio media X Switch on the COMAND system and selectthe audio device or audio media. Refer toseparate COMAND system operatinginstructions. X Press button V or U repeatedly until the Audio/DVD menu appears in the multifunction display. Example illustration : Disc number ; Curr...

Vehicles with steel suspension: Vehicles with air suspension or ML 63 AMG: For information on air suspension, see “Airsuspension program” ( Y page 155). For information on the compass, see“Compass” ( Y page 207). Distronic menu Use the Distronic menu to display the current settings for your Distroni...

Should the vehicle’s system record anyconditions while driving, the number ofmessages will reappear in the multifunctiondisplay when the SmartKey in the starterswitch is turned to position 0 or removed from the starter switch. With KEYLESS-GO,the number of messages will reappear whenyou turn off the...

Submenus in the Settings menu X Press button V or U repeatedly until the Settings menu appears in the multifunction display. X Press button & . The collection of the submenus appears inthe multifunction display. There are moresubmenus than can be displayedsimultaneously. X Press button X . The s...

Example illustration for setting the month X Press button W or X to set the month, day, or year. Lighting submenu Access the Lighting submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Lighting submenu to change the lamp and lighting settings onyour vehicle.The following functions are available: R Switching day...

R License plate lamps R Side marker lamps R Front fog lamps The locator lighting goes out when the driver’sdoor is opened.If you do not open the driver’s door afterunlocking the vehicle with the SmartKey, thelamps will go out automatically afterapproximately 40 seconds. X Press button V or U repeate...

You can temporarily deactivate theheadlamps delayed shut-off feature: X Before exiting the vehicle, turn theSmartKey in the starter switch to position0. X Then turn it to position 2 and back to position 0. The headlamps delayed shut-off feature isdeactivated. It will reactivate as soon asyou start t...

The following functions are available: R Activating easy-entry/exit feature( Y page 136) R Activating/deactivating the seat beltadjustment feature ( Y page 136) R Switching fold-in function for exterior rearview mirrors on or off ( Y page 137) Activating easy-entry/exit feature Use this function to ...

Switching fold-in function for exterior rear view mirrors on or off Use this function to set the exterior rear viewmirrors to be folded in automatically whenyou lock your vehicle.With this function set to On and the exterior rear view mirrors folded in using the buttonon the door control panel ( Y p...

DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation) programmed default speed Use this function to program the defaultspeed the DSR is set to when it is activated.You can program the default speed between3 - 10 mph (Canada: 4- 18 km/h). The setvalue is increased in 1 mph (Canada:2 km/h) increments. X Press button V or U...

: Distance driven since last reset ; Time elapsed since last reset = Average speed since last reset ? Average fuel consumption since last reset Resetting fuel consumption statistics X Press button U or V repeatedly until the message From Start appears in the multifunction display. X Press button &am...

separate COMAND system operatinginstructions. X Switch on the COMAND system.Refer to separate COMAND systemoperating instructions. X Press button U or V repeatedly until the message TEL appears in the multifunction display.One of the following messages will appearin the multifunction display: R No S...

Redialing The control system stores the most recentlydialed phone numbers. This eliminates theneed to search through your entire phonebook. X Press button U or V repeatedly until the message TEL appears in the multifunction display. X Press button 6 . The first number in the redial memoryappears in ...

G Warning! When the cruise control is braking, the brakepedal is retracted (i.e. depressedautomatically). The pedals’ range of motionmust not be impeded by any obstacles: R Do not place any objects in the footwell. R Make sure that the floormats and carpetsare securely in place. R Do not rest your f...

R the ESP ® has switched off due to a malfunction R you shift the automatic transmission intoneutral position N while driving Observe additional messages in themultifunction display that may appear.Depressing the accelerator pedal does notdeactivate the cruise control. After a briefacceleration (e.g...

inputs necessary to remain in control of thevehicle.High-frequency sources such as toll stations,speed measuring systems etc. can cause theDistronic system to malfunction. G Warning! The Distronic cannot take road and trafficconditions into account. Only use theDistronic if the road, weather and tra...

Distronic displays in the speedometer When the Distronic is activated, one or twocruise control speed segments come onaround set speed : . The vehicle speed displayed on thespeedometer can briefly vary from the speedsetting on the Distronic system. When the Distronic detects a vehicle directlyahead,...

Distronic menu in the control system Use the DISTRONIC menu to display the current settings for your Distronic system.The information shown in the multifunctiondisplay depends on whether the Distronicsystem and/or the distance warning functionare activated or deactivated. i To activate or deactivate...

After approximately 5 seconds the currentlyset speed appears in the status indicator ofthe multifunction display: R USA only: e.g. DTR 55 Miles R Canada only: e.g. DTR 90 km/h If the Distronic is not activated after thecruise control lever is pulled in direction ofarrow ? ( Y page 147), you will see...

X Increasing: Briefly lift the cruise control lever up past the resistance point indirection of arrow : ( Y page 147). X Decreasing: Briefly press the cruise control lever down past the resistancepoint in direction of arrow ; ( Y page 147). X Release the cruise control lever.The new speed is set and...

G Warning! It is up to the driver to exercise discretion toselect the appropriate setting given roadconditions, traffic, driver’s preferred drivingstyle and applicable laws and drivingrecommendations for safe following distance. X Increasing distance: Turn distance setting switch : in direction of a...

G Warning! If the distance warning lamp · in the instrument cluster comes on while drivingand/or an intermittent warning sounds,immediate attention on the part of the driveris required. As required by the trafficsituation, apply the brakes and navigatearound a possible obstacle. However, do notdrive...

a circumstance where rapid decelerationcould result in a loss of vehicle control. The DSR regulates the vehicle’s speed inautomatic transmission positions D, or R. i In addition, make use of the engine’s braking effect by shifting the automatictransmission into a lower gear. You can drive slower or ...

i If the DSR is switched on at a speed above 20 mph (Canada: 30 km/h), the message DSR Max. Speed 20 MPH (Canada: 30 km/h ) appears in the multifunction display. For information on how to program the setspeed while driving, see “Adjusting the DSRspeed” ( Y page 154). Switching off the DSR X Press DS...

Reduce set speed: X Briefly press the cruise control lever downpast the resistance point in direction ofarrow ; . X Release the cruise control lever.The vehicle speed decreases in incrementsof 5 mph (Canada: 10 km/h).Each time the set speed is changed, DSR will appear in the multifunction display an...

ML 63 AMG The air suspension program is part of the ML63 AMG standard equipment range.Due to the vehicle’s sportier suspensiontuning, in comparison with standard vehicles,the level positions in the ADS settings as wellas the speed thresholds for raising andlowering the vehicle have been modified.Fro...

the vehicle lowers. When the temperaturerises, the vehicle raises.The vehicle automatically regulates its rideheight based on the set vehicle height and thecurrent speed: R As your driving speed increases, the vehicleis lowered by increments until it reacheshighspeed level. R Vehicles with ADS: If y...

Level Driving situation Raised level For off-road driving ordriving in rough terrain.Indicator lamp ; is on. Highwaylevel For driving on paved roadsin fair or better condition.Indicator lamp ; is off. i The third available level is the highspeed level that is set automatically. The following is the ...

i The message can be cleared by pressing the V , U , & or * button on the multifunction steering wheel. When the raised level is reached, indicatorlamp ; comes on continuously and the following message appears in themultifunction display for approximately5 seconds: Highway level ! Keep in mind t...

G Warning! If a drive wheel is spinning due to insufficienttraction: R While driving off, apply as little throttle aspossible. R While driving, ease up on the acceleratorpedal. R Adapt your speed and driving style to theprevailing road conditions. Failure to observe these guidelines couldcause the v...

G Warning! Make sure no persons or animals are in ornear the area in which you are parking/maneuvering. Otherwise, they could beinjured. ! Special attention must be paid to objects with smooth surfaces or low silhouettes(e.g. trailer couplings, painted posts,elevated crossbars or road curbs). Suchob...

Front area warning indicators Rear area warning indicators Each warning indicator is divided into fiveyellow and two red distance segments for leftside : and right side ; of the vehicle. The Parktronic system is ready to measure whenthe yellow readiness indicators = are illuminated.The current trans...

Trailer towing The rear Parktronic sensors will bedeactivated when you have established theelectrical connection between your vehicleand the trailer you are about to tow. ! The distance between the sensors in the bumpers and an obstacle is referred to asthe minimum range of the Parktronic. Atrailer ...

reverse gear R is engaged. To display the image again, disengage and reengagereverse gear R. X Switching off: Shift the automatic transmission into park position P, neutral position N, or drive position D. Overview of climate control system functions and air vents Your vehicle is equipped with eithe...

Rear automatic climate control ( Y page 177) The rear automatic climate control allowsseparate climate settings for the rearcompartment. Air vents G Warning! When operating the climate control, the airthat enters the passenger compartmentthrough the air vents can be very hot or verycold (depending o...

Rear center console air vents : Left rear center air vent, adjustable ; Right rear center air vent, adjustable = Rear climate control panel When the front climate control panel isswitched on or off, the air supply through therear center air vents is also switched on oroff. Climate control Control pa...

the temperature set by the operator. Inaddition, the air conditioning dehumidifiesthe interior air and helps prevent windowfogging. G Warning! If you switch off the air conditioning, thevehicle will not be cooled when weatherconditions are warm. The windows can fog upmore quickly. Window fogging may...

in small increments, preferably starting at72‡ (22†). X Increasing/decreasing: Turn temperature control : and/or C ( Y page 167) slightly clockwise or counterclockwise. Adjusting air distribution The air distribution can be adjusted manually.The symbols on the buttons represent thefollowing function...

The indicator lamp in button ¦ goes out. The indicator lamp in button Á comes on. or X Turn temperature control : and/or C ( Y page 167) slightly in any direction. Heating switches to the temperature thatwas set before the front defroster wasswitched on.The indicator lamp in button ¦ goes out. The i...

i How long the system will provide heating depends on the coolant temperature andthe battery voltage.Regardless of the temperature and airvolume set on the climate control panel, aninterior temperature is aimed at by 72‡(22†) and the blower runs on low speed toprotect the vehicle battery. X Activati...

Function Recommendation/Notes K Interior temperature sensor L Climate control on/off i Switches on the climate control system. The indicatorlamp in button ^ goes out. ( Y page 178) Canada only Function Recommendation/Notes : Temperature control, driver’sside i Set the temperature to 72‡ (22†). ( Y p...

Function Recommendation/Notes O Interior temperature sensor P Adopting driver’s side settingsfor all zones ( Y page 183) Rear automatic climate control : Increasing air volume ; Temperature control = Air distribution and air volume (automaticmode) ? Air distribution (directs air through theside air ...

Activating Moist air can fog up the windows. You candehumidify the interior air with the airconditioning. X Press button Á again. The indicator lamp in the button comes on. The air conditioning uses the refrigerantR134a. This refrigerant is free of CFCs whichare harmful to the ozone layer. ! If the ...

SymbolDriver’s side SymbolPassenger side Function Z M Directs air tothe windshieldand side airvents \ P Directs airthrough thecenter, sideand rearpassengercompartmentair vents c O Directs air tothe footwellsand side airvents X Press the desired air distribution button Z , \ , or c for the driver’s s...

i The manually selected air recirculation mode is deactivated automatically: R after 5 minutes if the outsidetemperature is below approximately41‡ (5†) R after 5 minutes if the air conditioning andair-drying are turned off R after 30 minutes if the outsidetemperature is above approximately41‡ (5†) A...

X Switch on the ignition. X Switching on: Press button ª on the respective climate control panel.The indicator lamp in the button comes on. X Switching off: Press button ª again. The rear window defroster switches off whenthe battery voltage is too low. The indicatorlamp in button ª flashes. Too man...

closing the tilt/sliding sunroof with greaterforce or without automatic reversal function. If the movement of the tilt/sliding sunroof isblocked during the closing procedure (e.g. byice or pollution), the tilt/sliding sunroof willstop and open slightly. X Immediately after the tilt/sliding sunroofha...

G Warning! Only use carriers when the basic carrier barshave been completely mounted. The left andright roof rails are only stabilized by means ofthe basic carrier bars mounted.Follow the manufacturer’s installationinstructions. Otherwise, an improperlyattached carrier or its load could becomedetach...

Cargo tie down rings, second-row footwell Hooks Four hooks are located on the rearcompartment trim panels, two on each side.Use the hooks to secure light-weight itemsonly. The maximum permissible weight perhook is 9 lbs (4 kg). Expanding cargo volume You can separately fold the left and right rearse...

X Lower the rear seat head restraintscompletely ( Y page 84). X Pull release handle = . A red indicator A will be visible and seat backrest ? is released. X Fold seat backrest ? forward. Returning rear seat backrest to original position ! Make sure that the seat belt is not pinched when folding rear...

X Rolling out: Pull cargo compartment cover blind on handle : across the cargo compartment. X Guide cargo compartment cover blind intomounts ; and release. X Rolling up: Disengage cargo compartment cover blind and guide retraction by itshandle : . Before removing or installing cargocompartment cover...

tie-down rings in the cargo compartment( Y page 188). X Open the hook and loop fasteners on thecargo net package. X Roll out the cargo net. X Unfold the cargo net. X Engage the upper cargo net bar.The cargo net bar must engage audibly. Installing the cargo net Cargo net installed behind the C-pillar...

storing objects in the vehicle. Put luggage orcargo in the cargo compartment if possible.Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than theseat backrests.If so equipped, always use the cargo net whentransporting cargo. The cargo net cannotsecure hard or heavy objects.Parcel nets cannot secure hard or heav...

E ( Y page 202) are located in the storage compartment. X Opening storage compartment: Pull button : and lift up armrest. Coin holders = are located in front of storage compartment ; . Rear storage compartments Depending on vehicle equipment, yourvehicle may not be equipped with threestorage compart...

X Removing: Hold cup holder at its bridge ; and pull out bridge in direction of arrow. X Pull cup holder : out in direction of arrow. X Reinstalling: First, insert cup holder : and then insert bridge ; . Cup holder in rear armrest X Fold down the rear armrest. ! Do not sit on or lean your body weigh...

Cargo compartment 115V AC Socket G Warning! The 115V AC socket operates at high voltage.Use the 115V AC socket in the vehicle withthe same caution and prudence that youexercise when using power outlets at home.Keep any fluids away from the 115V ACsocket. Do not clean the socket with fluids ortapered...

R The indicator lamp in the SOS button doesnot come on during the system self-test. R The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistancebutton º does not come on during the system self-test. R The indicator lamp in Information button E does not come on during the system self-test. R The indicator lamp in the...

Should this occur, assistance must besummoned by other means. i The “911” emergency call system is a public service. Using it without due causeis a criminal offense. Initiating an emergency call manually X Briefly press on cover : to open. X Press SOS button ; briefly. The indicator lamp in SOS butt...

A voice connection between the RoadsideAssistance dispatcher and the occupants ofthe vehicle will be established. X Describe the nature of the need forassistance. The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistancedispatcher will either dispatch a qualifiedMercedes-Benz technician or arrange to towyour vehicle to...

i If the indicator lamp in Information button : is flashing continuously and there was no voice connection to theCustomer Assistance Center established,then the Tele Aid system could not initiatean Information call (e.g. the relevantcellular phone network is not available).The message Call Failed ap...

20 seconds until the indicator lamp in theSOS button is flashing.The message Connecting Call appears in the multifunction display. As an alternative, you may unlock the vehiclevia Internet in the “My Tele Aid” section of“Owner’s Online”, using your ID and password(USA only). i The remote door unlock...

Hand-held remote control A is not part of the vehicle equipment. Programming the integrated remote control X Step 1: Switch on the ignition. X Step 2: If you have previously programmed a signal transmitter button and wish toretain its programming, proceed to step 3. or X If you are programming the i...

X Step 10: Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for 2 seconds and release theprogrammed signal transmitter button ( ; , = or ? ). X Step 11: Press, hold for 2 seconds and release same signal transmitter button asecond time to complete the trainingprocess. i Some garage door openers (or other...

Erasing the integrated remote control memory i If you sell your vehicle, erase the codes of all three channels. X Switch on the ignition. X Simultaneously press and hold outer signaltransmitter buttons ; and ? , for approximately 20 seconds, until indicatorlamp : flashes rapidly. Do not hold for lon...

wheel repeatedly until the AIRMATIC/ Compass menu appears in the multifunction display.The compass displays the direction intowhich the vehicle is currently traveling: N , NE , E , SE , S , SW , W , or NW . i If your vehicle is not equipped with air suspension program, the multifunctiondisplay will ...

Vehicle equipment ............................ 210The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ....... 210At the gas station ............................. 210Engine compartment ........................ 212Tires and wheels ............................... 218Winter driving ................................... 242Dri...

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. The first 1000 miles (1500 km) The more cautiously ...

The fuel filler flap is located on the right-handside of the vehicle towards the rear. X Turn off the engine. i Leaving the engine running and the fuel filler cap open can cause the yellow fueltank reserve warning lamp to flash and themalfunction indicator lamp ! (USA only) or ; (Canada only) to ill...

This could cause the hood to come loose andinjure you and/or others. G Warning! HYBRID vehicles: It is imperative that you readthe HYBRID Supplemental OperatingInstructions included in your vehicle literatureportfolio. You may otherwise not receive allnecessary safety information and warning forthe ...

X Press and hold handle ; . The hood is unlocked. X Pull up on the hood in direction of arrowand then release it.The hood will be held open at shoulderheight by gas-filled struts automatically. Closing G Warning! When closing the hood, use extreme cautionnot to catch hands or fingers. Be careful tha...

Example illustration: Gasoline engine Example illustration: Diesel engine X Pull out oil dipstick : . X Wipe oil dipstick : clean. X Slowly insert oil dipstick : fully into the dipstick guide tube. X Pull out oil dipstick : again after approximately 3 seconds to obtainaccurate reading.The oil level ...

ML 63 AMG X Unscrew filler cap : from filler neck. X Add engine oil as required. Be careful notto overfill with oil. Be careful not to spill any oil when adding.Avoid environmental damage caused by oilentering the ground or water. ! Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage t...

The coolant level is correct if the level R for cold coolant: reaches markingbar : in coolant expansion tank = R for warm coolant: is approximately 0.6 in(1.5 cm) higher X Add coolant as required. X Screw cap ; back on and tighten it. For more information on coolant, see the“Technical data” section ...

The brake fluid level is correct when it isbetween lower mark (MIN) ; and upper mark (MAX) : of the brake fluid reservoir. Tires and wheels Safety notes Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Centerfor information on tested and recommendedrims and tires for summer and winteroperation. They can also off...

sharply reduced at tread depths of lessthan 1 / 8 in (3 mm). R When replacing individual tires, you shouldmount new tires on the front wheels first(on vehicles with same-sized wheels allaround). Recommended tire inflation pressure G Warning! Follow recommended tire inflation pressures.Do not underin...

pressures : for maximum loaded vehicle weight. The tire inflation pressures listedapply to the tires installed as originalequipment. Important notes on tire inflation pressure G Warning! If the tire inflation pressure drops repeatedly,check the tires for punctures from foreignobjects and/or whether ...

Example illustration: Tire inflation pressures for particular tire sizes Some tire inflation pressure labels may onlyshow the rim diameter instead of the entiretire size, e.g. R 18 or 18". The rim diameter is part of the tire size asspecified on the tire sidewall ( Y page 236). Example illustrat...

Do not overload the tires by exceeding thespecified load limit as indicated on the Tireand Loading Information placard on thedriver’s door B-pillar. Overloading the tirescan overheat them, possibly causing ablowout. Overloading the tires can also resultin handling or steering problems, or brakefailu...

i The recommended tire inflation pressures for your vehicle can be found on R the Tire and Loading Information placardlocated on the driver’s door B-pillar( Y page 227) R the tire inflation pressure label on theinside of the fuel filler flap The tire inflation pressures are not listed inthe Operator...

The TPMS is equipped with a combination lowtire pressure/ TPMS malfunction telltale inthe instrument cluster. Depending on how thetelltale illuminates, it indicates a low tirepressure condition or a malfunction in theTPMS system itself: R If the telltale illuminates continuously, oneor more of your ...

malfunction using the TPMS telltaleflashing and illumination sequence.The telltale extinguishes after a fewminutes driving if the malfunction has beencorrected. Tire pressure inquiries are made using themultifunction display. The current tireinflation pressure for each tire appears in themultifuncti...

The respective tire is indicated by a redrectangle. Restarting Advanced TPMS G Warning! It is the driver’s responsibility to set the tireinflation pressure to the recommended coldtire inflation pressure. Underinflated tiresaffect the ability to steer or brake the vehicle.You might lose control over ...

punctured or damaged by road debris,potholes etc. i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle andmay vary from data shown in aboveillustration. This is the maximum permissible tire inflationpressure : for the tire. Always follow the recommended tire inflationp...

Tire and Loading Information placard i Data shown on Tire and Loading Information placard example are forillustration purposes only. Load limit dataare specific to each vehicle and may varyfrom data shown in the followingillustration. Refer to Tire and LoadingInformation placard on vehicle for actua...

Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Step 1 Combined weight limit of occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard 1 500 lbs 1 500 lbs 1 500 lbs Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Step 2 Number of occupants (driver and passengers) 5 3 1 Seating configuration front: 2rear: 3 front: 1rear: 2 front...

Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross AxleWeight Rating (GAWR) for either the front orrear axle. You can obtain the GVWR andGAWR from the certification label. Thecertification label can be found on the driver’sdoor B-pillar, see the “Technical data” section( Y page 346). Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GV...

tests, and does not include acceleration,cornering, hydroplaning, or peak tractioncharacteristics. The traction grades, from highest to lowest,are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades representthe tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement asmeasured under controlled conditions onspecified government test surf...

dimension front vs. rear), tire rotation is notpossible.If applicable to your vehicle’s tireconfiguration, tires can be rotated accordingto the tire manufacturer’s recommendedintervals in the tire manufacturer’s warrantypamphlet located in your vehicle literatureportfolio. If none is available, tire...

Tire size designation, load and speed rating : Tire width ; Aspect ratio in % = Radial tire code ? Rim diameter A Load index B Speed symbol i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle andmay vary from data shown in aboveillustration. General: Depending on the ...

Index Speed rating H M+S 20 up to 130 mph (210 km/h) V M+S 20 up to 149 mph (240 km/h) i Not all M+S rated tires provide special winter performance. Make sure the tiresyou use show M+S and the mountain/snowflake i marking on the tire sidewall. These tires meet specific snowtraction performance requi...

Maximum loaded vehicle weight The sum of curb weight, accessory weight,total load limit, and production optionsweight. Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure This number is the greatest amount of airpressure that should ever be put in the tire. Normal occupant weight The number of occupants the...

Tread The portion of a tire that comes into contactwith the road. Treadwear indicators Narrow bands, sometimes called “wear bars”that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 / 16 in (1.6 mm) of tread remains. TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) Maximum permissible weight on trailertongue. Uniform Tire Qu...

After installing winter tires: X Check the tire inflation pressure and adjustit if necessary ( Y page 221). X Restart the tire pressure loss warningsystem ( Y page 222) or the Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System ( Y page 223). Snow chains ! Vehicles with Adaptive Damping System (ADS):When drivi...

position N. Try to keep the vehicle under control by corrective steering action. i For information on driving with snow chains, see “Snow chains” ( Y page 243). Road salts and chemicals can adverselyaffect braking efficiency. Increased pedalforce may become necessary to produce thenormal brake effec...

Brakes Downhill grades ! When driving down long and steep grades, relieve the load on the brakes byshifting into a lower gear to use theengine’s braking power. This helps preventoverheating of the brakes and reduceswear.When using the engine’s braking power, adrive wheel may not spin for an extended...

Only install brake pads and use brake fluidrecommended by Mercedes-Benz. G Warning! If other than recommended brake pads areinstalled, or other than recommended brakefluid is used, the braking properties of thevehicle can be degraded to an extent that safebraking is substantially impaired. This coul...

For more information, see “Driving throughwater” ( Y page 251). Off-road driving G Warning! Do not load items on the basic carrier bars. Itmay cause instability during some maneuverswhich could result in an accident.Drive slowly in unknown terrain. This willmake it easier to recognize unexpectedobst...

! Observe the following during off-road driving: R Keep doors, tailgate, windows, and tilt/sliding sunroof closed whenever drivingoff-road. R Adjust vehicle speed to condition ofterrain. The more uneven, rutty andsteeper the terrain, the lower the speedshould be. Drive through water slowly atan even...

Driving in steep terrain Slope angle : Overhang angle, front ; Overhang angle, rear Vehicles with steel suspension : : 21 ; 27° 22° 26° Vehicles with air suspension program : : 21 ; Raised level 31° 25° 29° Highway 25° 18° 24° ML 63 AMG : ; Raised level 26° 28° Highway 21° 24° R Comply with the warn...

The 4-ETS recognizes the situation andlimits the torque for the front wheels bybraking them.Simultaneously the torque for the rearwheels is increased. Driving across a hilltop Decelerate just ahead of a hilltop (do not shiftautomatic transmission into neutral positionN), to prevent the vehicle from ...

! Never accelerate before driving into the water. The bow wave could force water intothe engine and auxiliary equipment, thusdamaging them. R Drive through the water slowly and at aconstant speed. R Do not stop vehicle while immersed inwater, and do not shut off the engine. ! Do not open any of the ...

R Check for brush or branches caught in theunderbody. ! Brush or branches could increase the possibility of a fire, as well as cut fuel and/or brake lines, puncture rubber bellows ofthe axles or drive shafts. R After continued operation in mud, sand,water or other dirty conditions clean thebrake dis...

The lowest value listed must be selectedwhen determining how the vehicle andtrailer are loaded. R The tongue weight at the hitch ball must beadded to the rear axle weight to preventexceeding the rear Gross Axle WeightRating (GAWR). The GAWR is indicated onthe certification label located on thedriver...

X Close all doors and the tailgate. X Attach the trailer. X Plug in all electrical connectors. i Vehicles with vehicle level control: When you are towing a trailer, the vehiclelevel always remains in the highway setting.The following applies additionally whentowing a trailer: R The vehicle is lowere...

Avoid riding the brakes, thus overheatingthe vehicle and trailer brakes (if soequipped). R If the engine coolant rises to an extremelyhigh temperature when the air conditioningis on, turn off the air conditioning system.Engine coolant heat can be additionallyvented by opening the windows, switchingt...

If you choose to use the telephone 22 while driving, please use the hands-free device andonly use the telephone when road, weatherand traffic conditions permit. Somejurisdictions prohibit the driver from using amobile telephone while driving a vehicle.Only operate the COMAND 22 (Cockpit Management a...

appear while you are driving or when youswitch on the ignition (example service A): Service A In XXXXX Miles (km)Service A In XX DaysService A In X DayService A Due Now Refer to Maintenance Booklet for a listing ofmaintenance services and intervals they needto be performed at. Clearing the maintenan...

Do not confuse the maintenance serviceindicator with the engine oil level indicator 4 . Resetting the maintenance service indicator In the event that the maintenance service onyour vehicle is not carried out at an authorizedMercedes-Benz Center, you can have themaintenance service indicator reset.Th...

More frequent washings are necessary todeal with unfavorable conditions: R near the ocean R in industrial areas (smoke, exhaustemissions) R during winter operation You should check your vehicle from time totime for stone chipping or other damage. Anydamage should be repaired as soon aspossible to pr...

damage (i.e. chips from stones, vehicledoors, etc.). Engine cleaning Prior to cleaning the engine compartment,make sure to protect electrical componentsand connectors from contact with water andcleaning agents.Corrosion protection, such as MBAnticorrosion Wax should be applied to theengine compartme...

! Do not clean the camera and the area around the camera R with a high-pressure cleaner R with a dry cloth and strong pressure R with aggressive cleaning agents You could otherwise damage the camera. Cleaning the windows and the wiper blades ! Never open the hood when the wiper arms are folded forwa...

steering wheel. Cleaners containing solventswill make the surface porous and vehicleoccupants could suffer serious injuries fromplastic parts coming loose in the event of airbag deployment. ! Do not use oil, wax or scouring agents. Otherwise you may scratch or damage thesurface. Hard plastic trim it...

! To avoid damage to leather upholstery: R Wipe with light pressure only. R Do not clean with abrasive cleaningagents such as scouring milk or powder. R Do not soak the leather upholstery.As leather is a natural product, it couldotherwise harden or become porous. R Exercise particular care when clea...

Vehicle equipment ............................ 268Where will I find ...? .......................... 268Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display ....................... 272What to do if … .................................. 297Unlocking/locking manually ........... 306Resetting activated N...

X Release securing hook = (located below the floor handle) from holder. X Engage securing hook = on upper cargo compartment lip ? . ! With the cargo compartment cover blind installed behind the rear seats, disengagecargo compartment cover blind and flip itforward. Otherwise the strap of thesecuring ...

Vehicles with spare wheel Example illustration : Electric air pump 28 ; Storage well casing = Alignment bolt ? Towing eye bolt A Wheel wrench X To access remaining tools: Remove storage well casing ; (if so equipped). X Remove the spare wheel ( Y page 271). Example illustration B Jack C Collapsible ...

Storage position X Take the reversible ratchet from the vehicletool kit ( Y page 268). Operational position X Attach reversible ratchet ; to jack : in such a way that the word UP can be seen. Before placing the jack and the reversibleratchet back into the vehicle tool kit: X Fully collapse the jack ...

Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display Notes Warning and malfunction messages appear inthe multifunction display located in theinstrument cluster.Certain warning and malfunction messagesare accompanied by an audible signal.Address these messages accordingly andfollow the additional ins...

Text messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABS ABS, ESP Inoperativ e See Operator’s Manual The brake system is still functioning normally but due to amalfunction, the ABS, the BAS, the ESP ® , and the PRE- SAFE ® system are unavailable. X Continue driv...

G Warning! If the 42 indicator lamp remains illuminated with an adult occupant on the front passenger seat even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any passenger usethe front passenger seat until the system has been repaired. Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/cons...

Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Depress brake to shift out of P. You have attempted to shift the automatic transmission intodrive position D, reverse gear R or neutral position N without depressing the brake pedal. X Depress the brake pedal. Door Open Vehicle No...

Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check tires, then restart Run Flat Indicator. There has been a warning message about a loss in the tireinflation pressure and the tire pressure loss warning systemwas not restarted yet. X Make sure the correct tire inflation pressur...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Pressure Monitor Wheel Sensor Missing At least one sensor is defect (e.g. battery is empty).The respective tire is indicated by – – instead of the tire inflation pressure in the multifunction display. X Have the Advanced TPMS checked...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tire(s) The tire inflation pressure in at least one tire is significantlybelow the reference value.The respective tire is indicated in the multifunction display. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abruptsteering and b...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) J (Canadaonly) EBV, ABS, ESP Inoperativ e See Operator’s Manual The brake system is still functioning normally but due to amalfunction, the ABS, the BAS, the EBP, the ESP ® , and the PRE-SAFE ® system are unavailable. X Conti...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ~ Bluetooth Ready The telephone has not yet been connected to the COMANDsystem via Bluetooth ® . X Connect the telephone to the COMAND system viaBluetooth ® . ¥ Top Up Washer Fluid The fluid level has dropped to approximately 1 / 3 of tot...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ? Coolant Stop car, switch engine off. The coolant is too hot. X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it is safe to do so. X Turn off the engine immediately. X Engage the parking brake. X Only start the engine again after the message d...

Lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions b Active Headlamps Inoperativ e The active Bi-Xenon headlamp system is malfunctioning. X Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon aspossible. b Reverse Lamp Left or Reverse Lamp Right The left or right backup lamp is malfu...

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions h Tire Pressure Check Tires The tire inflation pressure in at least one tire is significantlybelow the reference value. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abruptsteering and braking maneuvers. X Check and adjust tire inflat...

Brake Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ! The yellow ABSindicator lampcomes on whilethe engine isrunning. The ABS has detected a malfunction and switched off. The BAS,the ESP ® and the PRE-SAFE ® are also switched off. The brake system is still functioning normally but without the...

Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 7 The red seat belttelltale comeson for amaximum of6 seconds afterstarting theengine. The seat belt telltale reminds you and your passengers to fastenyour seat belts before driving off. X Fasten your seat belts. Regardless of whethe...

Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions h USA only:Combinationlow tire pressuretelltale/TPMSmalfunctiontelltale for theAdvanced TPMSilluminatescontinuously. The Advanced TPMS detects a loss of pressure in at least one tire. X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt ...

sequence will continue upon subsequentvehicle start-ups as long as the malfunctionexists. When the malfunction indicator isilluminated, the system may not be able todetect or signal low tire pressure as intended.TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety ofreasons, including the installation ofincomp...

G Warning! If the 42 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with theweight of a typical adult or someone larger than a small individual on the front passengerseat, do not have any passenger use the frontpassenger seat until the system has beenrepaired. Problem Possible causes/consequence...

SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO X Move locking tab : in the direction of arrow. X Slide mechanical key ; out of the housing. Unlocking the driver’s door X Insert mechanical key ; into the driver’s door lock. X Turn mechanical key ; counterclockwise to position 1 . X Pull the door handle past the resistance...

A minimum height clearance of 7.2 ft(2.20 m) is required to open the tailgate. X Remove cover ; from the trim on the tailgate. X Push emergency release lever : all the way to the left. ! The tailgate swings open upwards automatically. Always make sure there issufficient overhead clearance. X Open th...

Resetting activated NECK-PRO active front head restraints If the NECK-PRO active front head restraintshave been triggered in a rear-end collision,they must be reset.You can tell that the NECK-PRO active fronthead restraints have been triggered whenthey have been moved forward and cannot beadjusted. ...

Replacing bulbs Safety notes Safe vehicle operation depends on properexterior lighting and signaling to a largedegree.Correct headlamp adjustment is extremelyimportant. Have headlamps checked andreadjusted at regular intervals and when abulb has been replaced. Contact anauthorized Mercedes-Benz Cent...

Bulbs You can replace the following bulbs yourself: Halogen headlamps Type : Low-beam lamp: H7 55 W ; High-beam lamp/High-beam flasherlamp: H7 55 W = Parking and standing lamp: W 5 W ? Turn signal lamp: 3457A A Side marker lamp: WY 5 W Bi-Xenon headlamps Type : High-beam flasher lamp/High-beamflashe...

X Turn housing cover ; counterclockwise and remove it. X Turn bulb socket C with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it. X Pull the bulb out of bulb socket C . X Gently press the new bulb into bulb socket C . X Place bulb socket C back into the housing and turn it clockwise until it engages. X Alig...

License plate lamps X Loosen screws : of lamp cover to be removed. X Remove lamp cover ; . X Replace the bulb. X Reinstall lamp cover ; . X Retighten screws : . Adjusting headlamp aim : V Vertical centerline ; H Horizontal mounting height, measured from the center Correct headlamp adjustment is extr...

i If it is not possible to obtain a proper headlamp adjustment, have the systemchecked at an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter. Replacing wiper blades Safety notes G Warning! For safety reasons, switch off the wipers andremove the SmartKey from the starter switch(vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Make sure the...

X Hold wiper arm : and disengage wiper blade ; by carefully sliding it in direction of arrow. X Remove wiper blade ; . Installing wiper blades Front wiper blades X With guide tab = sliding into opening ? , place wiper blade : onto wiper arm in direction of arrow. X Fold wiper blade : towards wiper a...

G Warning! The dimensions of the spare wheel aredifferent from those of the road wheels. As aresult, the vehicle handling characteristicschange when driving with a spare wheelmounted. Adapt your driving styleaccordingly.The spare wheel is for temporary use only.When driving with a spare wheel mounte...

damage caused by driving with extremely lowtire inflation pressure, or on a flat tire, or adamaged wheel.Do not drive the vehicle under suchcircumstances.Contact the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for assistance or call RoadsideAssistance. X Foreign objects (e.g. screws or nails)should not ...

Version 2 X Version 1 only: Open flap C on the electric air pump. X Pull plug ? and air hose A out of the pump housing. X Screw the air pump’s air hose A onto flange B of TIREFIT container : . X Stick TIREFIT container : upside down into notch ; of the electric air pump. Example illustration X Unscr...

If the tire inflation pressure is at least 20 psi(1.3 bar), inflate or deflate the tire to thecorrect tire inflation pressure (see Tire andLoading Information placard on the driver’sdoor B-pillar): X To increase tire inflation pressure: Switch on the electric air pump. X To decrease tire inflation p...

sizeable objects before raising the vehiclewith the jack. Do not disengage the parkingbrake while the vehicle is raised.Make sure that the ground on which thevehicle is standing and where you place thejack is solid, level and not slippery. Ifnecessary, use a large underlay. On slipperysurfaces, such...

X Guide the spare wheel onto the alignmentbolt and push it on. X Insert the wheel bolts and tighten themslightly. X Unscrew the alignment bolt. X Install the last wheel bolt and tighten itslightly. X Vehicles with spare wheel with collapsible tire: Continue the procedure by following the instruction...

X Version 1 only: Close vent screw on air hose ? . X Remove the valve cap from the collapsibletire valve. X Screw union nut A onto the collapsible tire valve. X Make sure air pump switch ; is set to 0. X Insert electrical plug = into the power outlet in the second-row footwell( Y page 197). ! The ci...

Inflate the collapsible tire using the electricair pump before lowering the vehicle. X Attach ratchet to vehicle jack so that theword DOWN can be seen. Lower the vehicle until the vehicle is restingfully on its own weight: X Turn ratchet in direction DOWN. X Remove the jack. X Tighten the five wheel...

significantly shorter or, if the vehicle is drivencautiously, somewhat longer.Do not continue driving in emergency mode if R you notice knocking sounds R the vehicle starts to shake R smoke develops and you smell rubber R ESP ® is intervening continuously R you notice tears on the tire sidewalls Aft...

i When the message Remaining Starts: 20 appears in the multifunction display, you can start the engine 20 more times. If youdo not add AdBlue ® , the engine cannot be started beyond that point. Fill theAdBlue ® tank with approximately 1 gal (3.79 l) AdBlue ® (corresponds to approximately 2 AdBlue ® ...

X Place AdBlue ® filler cap cover : as illustrated and turn it clockwise to its stop. X Lower cargo compartment floor. X Close the tailgate. X Drive the vehicle at a speed of at least10 mph (16 km/h).The message Check Additive See Operator’s Manual disappears after approximately 1 minute. i If the m...

R Synchronize the power tilt/slidingsunroof ( Y page 186). R Synchronize the exterior rear viewmirrors ( Y page 91). Charging the battery G Warning! Never charge a battery while still installed inthe vehicle unless the accessory batterycharge unit approved by Mercedes-Benz isbeing used. Gases may es...

Position C represents the charged battery of another vehicle or an equivalent starter pack. X Flip up cover : of positive terminal = in direction of arrow. ! Never invert the terminal connections! X Connect positive terminal ; of charged battery C with positive terminal = with a jumper cable. Clamp ...

Vehicles with AMG Sport Package X Press mark on cover : as indicated by the arrow. X Lift cover : off to reveal the threaded hole for the towing eye bolt. Removing cover in rear bumper G Warning! In order to avoid possible serious burns orinjury, use extreme caution when removingthe rear cover, beca...

Fixing towing eye bolt Example illustration front bumper X Take the towing eye bolt and, if soequipped, the wheel wrench from thevehicle tool kit. X Screw towing eye bolt ; clockwise into threaded hole to its stop. X Insert wheel wrench into towing eye andtighten towing eye bolt ; by turning it cloc...

Towing with the rear axle raised X Switch off the ignition and remove theSmartKey from the starter switch. X Switch on the hazard warning flasher( Y page 96). X Take the SmartKey or SmartKey withKEYLESS-GO with you when leaving thevehicle. Towing with all wheels on the ground G Warning! If circumsta...

G Warning! Only use fuses approved by Mercedes-Benzwith the specified amperage for the system inquestion and do not attempt to repair orbridge a blown fuse. Using other thanapproved fuses or using repaired or bridgedfuses may cause an overload leading to a fire,and/or cause damage to electricalcompo...

Example illustration fuse box ML 350 (ML 350 BlueTEC, ML 550, ML 63 AMG similar) X With a dry cloth, remove any moisture fromfuse box cover : . X Opening: Pull clamps ; in direction of arrow. X Lift fuse box cover : up. X Closing: Make sure the sealing rubber is positioned properly. X Press fuse box...

Vehicle equipment ............................ 346Parts service ..................................... 346Warranty coverage ........................... 346Identification labels .......................... 346Vehicle specification ML 350 Blue- TEC 4MATIC (164.125) ..................... 348Vehicle speci...

Vehicle equipment i This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentiallyavailable for your vehicle at the time ofpurchase. Please be aware that yourvehicle might not be equipped with allfeatures described in this manual. Parts service All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centersm...

Vehicle specification ML 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC (164.125) The quoted data apply only to the standardvehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corresponding data of allspecial bodies and special equipment. Engine ΜL 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC Engine, type 642 Mode of operation Diesel 4-stroke e...

Engine ΜL 350 Bore 3.66 in (92.90 mm) Stroke 3.39 in (86.00 mm) Total piston displacement 213.5 cu in (3 498 cm 3 ) Compression ratio 10.7:1 Output acc. to SAE J 1349 37 268 hp/6 000 rpm (200 kW/6 000 rpm) Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 258 lb-ft/ 2 400 - 5 000 rpm (350 Nm/ 2 400 - 5 000 rpm) Max...

Engine ΜL 350 4MATIC Compression ratio 10.7:1 Output acc. to SAE J 1349 39 268 hp/6 000 rpm (200 kW/6 000 rpm) Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 258 lb-ft/ 2 400 - 5 000 rpm (350 Nm/ 2 400 - 5 000 rpm) Maximum engine speed 6 500 rpm Firing order 1-4-3-6-2-5 Poly-V-belt 2 398 mm Electrical system ML ...

Engine ML 550 4MATIC Output acc. to SAE J 1349 43 382 hp/6 000 rpm (285 kW/6 000 rpm) Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 391 lb-ft/ 2 800 - 4 800 rpm (530 Nm/ 2 800 - 4 800 rpm) Maximum engine speed 6 500 rpm Firing order 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 Poly-V-belt 2 398 mm Electrical system ML 550 4MATIC Alternator...

Engine ML 63 AMG Maximum torque acc. to SAE J 1349 465 lb-ft/5 200 rpm (630 Nm/5 200 rpm) Maximum engine speed 7 200 rpm Firing order 1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8 Poly-V-belt 2 360 mm Electrical system ML 63 AMG Alternator 14 V/180 A Starter motor 12 V/2.1 kW Battery 12 V/95 Ah Spark plugs, type NGK ILZKAR 7A10 ...

Same size tires Model ML 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC ML 350 4MATIC ML 350 4MATIC (Sport Package) ML 550 4MATIC 18" wheels Rims (light alloy) Wheel offset 8 J x 18 H22.36 in (60 mm) Winter tires 50,51,52 255/55 R18 105H M+S i All-terrain tires 50,51,52 255/55 R18 105H M+S Model ML 350 ML 350 4MATICML 350 ...

Spare wheel ! Compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim.If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim differs from the valuesgiven in this Operator’s Manual, inflate...

Approved engine oils Engine oils are specifically tested for theirsuitability in our engines and durability for ourservice intervals. Therefore, only useapproved engine oils and oil filters requiredfor vehicles with the Maintenance System.For a listing of approved engine oils and oilfilters, contact...

the formation of bubbles in the system, thusreducing the system’s efficiency.Therefore, the brake fluid must be replacedregularly. Refer to your vehicle’s MaintenanceBooklet for replacement interval. Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benzis recommended. Any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will p...

vapors may escape when opening theAdBlue ® tank. G Warning! When opening the filler cap of the AdBlue ® tank ammonia gas vapors may escape. RefillAdBlue ® in a well ventilated area only. Ammonia gas vapors have a pungent odor andare particularly irritating for your skin,mucous membranes, and eyes. I...

If you use a solution that is more than 55%anticorrosion/antifreeze (freeze protectionto approximately -49‡ [-45†]), the enginetemperature will increase due to the lowerheat transfer capability of the solution.Therefore, do not use more than this amountof anticorrosion/antifreeze.If the coolant leve...

Service and Literature Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center hastrained technicians and Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts to service your vehicle properly.For expert advice and quality service, contactan authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.If you are interested in obtaining serviceliterature for your vehicle, ...