1997 MERCEDES-BENZ ML320 Complete Repair Manual

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MERCEDES-BENZ ML320 1997  Complete Repair Manual 237 Operation
Vehicle care
Cleaning the Parktronic* system 
sensors
1Parktronic system sensors
Use a mild car wash detergent, such as 
Mercedes-Benz approved Car Sham-
poo, with plenty of water to cl

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MERCEDES-BENZ ML320 1997  Complete Repair Manual 238 OperationVehicle careLight alloy wheels
Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care 
should be used for regular cleaning of the 
light alloy wheels.
If possible, clean wheels once a week with 
Mercedes-Benz

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MERCEDES-BENZ ML320 1997  Complete Repair Manual 239 Operation
Vehicle care
Upholstery
Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing 
clothing that has the tendency to give off 
coloring (e.g. when wet, etc.) may cause 
the upholstery to become permanent

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MERCEDES-BENZ ML320 1997  Complete Repair Manual 240

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MERCEDES-BENZ ML320 1997  Complete Repair Manual 241 Practical hints
What to do if …
Where will I find ...?
Unlocking / locking in an emergency
Opening / closing in an emergency
Replacing bulbs
Replacing wiper blades
Flat tire
Battery
Jump startin

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MERCEDES-BENZ ML320 1997  Complete Repair Manual 242 Practical hintsWhat to do if …
What to do if …Lamps in instrument clusterGeneral information:
If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to 
light up during the bulb self-check when turning th

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MERCEDES-BENZ ML320 1997  Complete Repair Manual 243 Practical hints
What to do if …
Problem
Possible cause
Suggested solution
7
The indicator lamp comes on.
A BabySmart
TM1
 child seat is installed on the 
front passenger seat. The front passenge

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MERCEDES-BENZ ML320 1997  Complete Repair Manual 244 Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem
Possible cause
Suggested solution
É
The red brake warning lamp 
comes on while driving.
There is insufficient brake fluid in the reser-
voir.

Risk of acc