1997 MERCEDES-BENZ ML500 spark plugs

213 What you should know at the gas station
Te ch n ica l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can
cause the “CHECK ENGINE” lamp to illuminate.
Fuel tank capacity approximately 19.0 US gal (72.0 l).
This includes approximately 3.2 US gal (12.0 l) reserve.
Use premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane
Index 91 (Average of 96 RON / 86 MON).
•Engine oil
Engine oil level check, see page 89 and page 233.
Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick
marking level: 2.1 US qt (2.0 l).
Recommended engine oils, see Approved Service
Products sheet.• Coolant
For normal replenishing, use water (potable water
quality).
For further information (e.g. anticorrosion/
antifreeze), see page 292.
• Spark plugs
Approved spark plugs, see page 290.
• Tire pressure
For tire pressure, refer to tire pressure label inside
the fuel filler flap. See page 250 for further details.
• Air conditioner
R-134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant, see
page 294.
Wa r n i n g !
Overfilling of fuel tank may result in creating
pressure in the system which could cause a gas
discharge such as the gas spraying back out upon
removing the filler nozzle which could cause
personal injury.

290 Technical data
Te ch n ica l
data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Electrical system
We i g h t s
(see certification tag) Model ML 320 ML 430 ML 55 AMG
Generator (alternator) 14 V / 115 A 14 V / 150 A 14 V / 150 A
S t a r te r m o to r 12 V / 1. 7 k W 12V / 1. 7 k W 12V / 1.7 k W
Battery 12V / 100 Ah 12V / 100 Ah 12V / 100 Ah
Spark plugs
Electrode gap
Tightening torqueBosch F 8 DPER
Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
15–22ft.lb (20–30Nm)Bosch F 8 DPER
Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
15–22ft.lb (20–30Nm)Bosch F 8 DPER
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
15–22ft.lb (20–30Nm)
Roof load max. 220 lbs (100 kg)

213
What you should know at the gas station
Te ch n ica l
data
Instruments
and controls Operation
Driving Instrument
cluster display Practical hints Car care Index
Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can
cause the “CHECK ENGINE” lamp to illuminate.
Fuel tank capacity approximately 19.0 US gal (72.0 l).
This includes approximately 3.2 US gal (12.0 l) reserve.
Use premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane
Index 91 (Average of 96 RON / 86 MON).
•Engine oil Engine oil level check, see page 89 and page 233.
Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick
marking level: 2.1 US qt (2.0 l).
Recommended engine oils, see Approved Service
Products sheet. • Coolant
For normal replenishing, use water (potable water
quality).
For further information (e.g. anticorrosion/
antifreeze), see page 292.
• Spark plugs Approved spark plugs, see page 290.
• Tire pressure For tire pressure, refer to tire pressure label inside
the fuel filler flap. See page 250 for further details.
• Air conditioner R-134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant, see
page 294.
Wa r n i n g !
Overfilling of fuel tank may result in creating
pressure in the system which could cause a gas
discharge such as the gas spraying back out upon
removing the filler nozzle which could cause
personal injury.

290
Technical data
Te ch n ica l
data
Instruments
and controls Operation Driving
Instrument
cluster display Practical hints Car care Index
Electrical system
We i g h t s
(see certification tag)
Model ML 320 ML 430 ML 55 AMG
Generator (alternator) 14 V / 115 A 14 V / 150 A 14 V / 150 A
S t a r te r m o to r 12 V / 1. 7 k W 12V / 1. 7 k W 12V / 1.7 k W
Battery 12V / 100 Ah 12V / 100 Ah 12V / 100 Ah
Spark plugs
Electrode gap
Tightening torque Bosch F 8 DPER
Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
15–22ft.lb (20–30Nm) Bosch F 8 DPER
Beru 14 FGH 8 DPUR X 2
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
15–22ft.lb (20–30Nm) Bosch F 8 DPER
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
15–22ft.lb (20–30Nm)
Roof load max. 220 lbs (100 kg)

297 Technical data
Electrical system
Electrical system
Model
ML 350
ML 500
Generator (alternator)
14 V / 120 A
14 V / 150 A
Starter motor
12 V / 1.7 kW
12 V / 1.7 kW
Battery
12 V / 100 Ah
12 V / 100 Ah
Spark plugs
Bosch F 8 DPP332
Bosch F 8 DPER
Bosch F 8 DPP332
Bosch F 8 DPER
Electrode gap
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
0.039 in (1.0 mm)
Tightening torque
15 – 22 lb-ft (20 – 30 Nm)
15 – 22 lb-ft (20 – 30 Nm)

NOTES ON AVOIDING DAMAGE TO IGNITION SYSTEM - AH15.10-P-0002-01D
Engine 104, 111, 112, 113, 119, 120, 156, 271
To avoid damage to control unit connect and disconnect the two connectors on control unit only when
ignition is switched off.
Terminal 1 of ignition coils must not be short-circuited to GND, e.g. as anti-theft protection.
Install only original ignition system components.
Do not operate ignition system at starting speed unless all of the ignition cables are connected.
No tests such as holding ignition cable 4 at a distance to GND, unplugging a spark plug connector or
pulling cable 4 out of the ignition coils, may be performed at starting speed or when the engine is
running.
Every high voltage circuit must be loaded with at least 2 kohms (spark plug connector).
If it is necessary to test the ignition spark when providing roadside assistance, this must only be done with
a spark plug at a cylinder ignition cable. Ensure that the spark plug has good contact to ground.
Before working at cranking speed, e.g. checking compression pressure, switch off ignition and disconnect
connector "2" from control unit.
Engine 120 has two fuel injection and ignition systems.
Use of testers
Only connect and disconnect secondary measuring sensor to corresponding ignition cables when vertical
engine and ignition are switched off.
If the shot-circuit protection is operated (cylinder comparison) and the engine stays upright, it is not
possible to conduct the test with this test instrument.
Do not connect test lamp to ignition coil terminals 1 and 15.
NOTES ON IGNITION COIL CHARACTERISTICS OF IGNITION SYSTEMS - AH15.10-P-1001-01A
Engine 104, 111, 112, 113, 119, 120

In the case of the twin-spark ignition coil with kV pickup in ignition systems ME-SFI 2.1 and HFM-SFI, no
measurement facilit
y exists at the ignition coil using the kV pickup although a kV pickup is fitted. It is only
damage to ignition system
Notes on avoiding
damage to ignition systemENGINE 104, 111, 112, 113,
119, 120, 156, 271, 112 mit
Benzin-Einspritz- und
Zundsystem MEAH15.10-P-0002-01D
Notes for ceramic glow
plugsENGINE 646.8, 642AH15.20-P-0001-01A

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Fig. 3: Diagnosis Test Oscilloscope / Good Image Contactless High Voltage Distribution Primary Side
(Single Image) Engine Idling
BASIC KNOWLEDGE
SPARK PLUGS, LOCATI ON/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCT ION - GF15.10-P-3101F
ENGINE 104, 111, 112, 113/, 119, 120, 137, 166 (except, 112.96, 113.98/99)
Fig. 4: Identifying Spark Plug


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IGNITION COILS, LOCATION - GF15.10-P-3102-01A
Fig. 5: Identifying Cylinder 1 To 6 Ignition Coil - Location On Engine 112
Spark plugs, locationOne or two spark plugs are
located in the cylinder head
per cylinder.
Spark plugs, taskThe spark plugs ignite the
suctioned and compressed
fuel-air mixture due to arcing
between the electrodes.
Spark plugs, designIn the manufacturer's specific
type symbols, all the spark
plug features are assigned (e.
g. heat rating, shape of
seating, thread, width across
flats, electrode material,
spark position).
Spark plugs, functionThe ignition voltage travels to
the spark plugs from directly
connected ignition coils or
over the ignition lines from
the ignition coils causing
arcing in the air gap between
the center and ground
electrodes.

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