2000 MERCEDES-BENZ M430 child lock

106 Interior equipment
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data Instruments
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index
Rear quarter windows (optional on ML 320 and 430)
Switches located on front center console
The rear quarter windows can be operated with key in
steering lock position 1 or 2.
1Push to open.
2Push to close.Note:
After turning off the engine the rear quarter windows
can be operated for approximately 30 minutes or until a
front door is opened.
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Wa r n i n g !
When closing the windows, be sure that there is no
danger of anyone being harmed by the closing
procedure.When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
from the steering lock, and lock the vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle equipment can cause serious personal
injury.

107 Interior equipment
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data Instruments
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Sliding /pop-up roof (optional)
1to slide roof open
2to slide roof closed
3to raise roof at rear
4to lower roof at rearThe sliding /pop-up roof can be operated with key in
steering lock position 1 or 2.
Notes:
The sliding /pop-up roof can be opened or closed
manually should an electrical malfunction occur, see
page 272.
After turning off the engine the sliding /pop up roof can
be operated for approximately 30 minutes or until a
front door is opened.
RESETMODE
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Wa r n i n g !
When closing the sliding /pop-up roof, be sure that
there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the
closing procedure.The closing procedure can be immediately reversed
by moving the switch in direction (1) or (3).When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
from steering lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle equipment can cause serious personal
injury.

109 Interior equipment
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data Instruments
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Skyview Top (optional)
The Skyview Top can be operated with key in steering
lock position 1 or 2.
1to slide roof open
2to slide roof closedTo fully open Skyview Top automatically, brief ly press
switch in direction (1) and release. To stop the process,
press switch again.
Notes:
After turning off the engine the Skyview Top can be
operated for approximately 30 minutes or until a front
door is opened.
The Skyview Top can be opened or closed manually
should an electrical malfunction occur, see page 273.
RESETMODE
Wa r n i n g !
When closing the Skyview Top, be sure that there
is no danger of anyone being h armed by th e closing
procedure.The closing procedure can be immediately reversed
by moving the switch in direction (1).When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key
from steering lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle equipment can cause serious personal
injury.

119 Interior equipment
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data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Lighter
Turn key in steering lock to position 1 or 2. Push in
lighter (1); it will pop out automatically when hot.The lighter socket can be used to accommodate
electrical accessories up to maximum 50 W.
Wa r n i n g !
Never touch the heating element or sides of the
lighter, they are extremely hot, hold at knob only.When leaving the vehicle always remove the key
from the steering lock. Do not leave children
unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle
equipment may cause serious personal injury.

162 Steering lock
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Steering lock
0The key can be withdrawn in this position only. The
steering is locked when the key is removed from the
steering lock. If necessary, move steering wheel
slightly to allow the locking mechanism to engage.
The key can only be removed with the selector lever
in position “P”. After removing the key or with the
key in steering lock position 0, the selector lever is
locked in position “P”.1Steering is unlocked.
(If necessary, move steering wheel slightly to allow
the key to be turned clockwise to position 1.) Most
electrical consumers can be operated. For detailed
information see respective subjects.
2Driving position.
3Starting position.
See page 164 for starting and turning off the engine.
Wa r n i n g !
When leaving the vehicle always remove the key
from the steering lock, and lock the vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of
vehicle equipment may cause serious personal
injury.

167 Automatic transmission
Te ch n ica l
data Instruments
and controlsOperationDrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Maneuvering
To maneuver in tight areas, e.g. when pulling into a
parking space, control the vehicle speed by gradually
releasing the brakes. Accelerate gently and never
abruptly step on the accelerator.
To rock a vehicle out of soft ground (mud or snow),
alternately shift from forward to reverse, while applying
slight partial throttle.
Rocking a vehicle free in this manner may cause the
ABS or traction system malfunction indicator lamp to
come on. Turn off and restart the engine to clear the
malfunction indication.Towing a trailer
If the transmission hunts between gears on inclines,
manually shift to a lower gear (select “4”, “3”, “2”
or “1”). A lower gear and reduction of speed reduces the
chance of engine overloading and / or overheating.
At very steep inclines, not manageable with selector
lever in position “1”, switch transfer case to LOW
RANGE, see page 209 for instructions on how to engage
LOW RANGE.
For instructions on trailer towing refer to page 190.
Wa r n i n g !
Getting out of your vehicle with the selector lever
not fully engaged in position “P” is dangerous.
Also, when parked on an incline, position “P” alone
may not prevent your vehicle from moving,
possibly hitting people or objects.Always set the parking brake in addition to shifting
to position “P”, see page 173 for parking brake. When parked on an incline, also turn front wheel
against curb.
Wa r n i n g !
When leaving the vehicle always remove the key
from the steering lock, and lock the vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could move
the gear selector lever from position “P”, which
could result in an accident or serious injury.

173 Parking brake
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data Instruments
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Parking brake
To engage, firmly depress parking brake pedal (1).
When the key is in steering lock position 2, the brake
warning lampÉ in the instrument cluster should
come on brightly.To release the parking brake, pull handle (2) on
instrument panel. The brake warning lampÉ in the
instrument cluster should go out.
A warning sounds, if you start to drive without having
released the parking brake.
Also see brake warning lamp on page 219.
Wa r n i n g !
When leaving the vehicle always remove the key
from the steering lock, and lock the vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could
release the parking brake, which could result in an
accident or serious injury.

219 Malfunction and indicator lamps
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data Instruments
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cluster displayPractical hints Car care Index Brake warning lamp
When the brake warning lamp appears
while the engine is running, this means:
•there is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir
(engine running and parking brake released), or
•the parking brake is set (engine running)
•the electronic brake proportioning (EBP) system is
malfunctioning.
Note:
If you find that the minimum mark on the brake fluid
reservoir is reached, have the brake system checked for
brake pad thickness and leaks.Supplemental restraint system (SRS) indicator lamp
The operational readiness of the airbag
system is verified by the indicator lamp
“SRS” in the instrument cluster when
turning the key in steering lock to position 1 or 2. If no
fault is detected, the lamp will go out after
approximately 5 seconds; after the lamp goes out, the
system continues to monitor the components and
circuitry of the airbag system and will indicate a
malfunction by coming on again.
See page 56 for notes on airbags, page 55 for belt
tensioners, and page 65 for infant and child seat
restraints.
Wa r n i n g !
Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated
can result in an accident. Have your brake system
checked immediately if the brake warning lamp
stays on. Don’t add brake fluid before checking the
brake system. Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir
can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine
parts and the brake fluid catching fire. You can be
seriously burned.BRAKE
Wa r n i n g !
In the event a malfunction of the “SRS” is indicated
as outlined above, the “SRS” may not be
operational. For your safety, we strongly
recommend that you visit an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center immediately to
have the system checked; otherwise the “SRS” may
not be activated when needed in an accident, which
could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might
deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which
could also result in injury.SRS