2002 MERCEDES-BENZ ML320 Key

295 Manual release for fuel filler flap
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data Instruments
and controlsOperation DrivingInstrument
cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index Manual release for fuel filler flap
The manual release is located behind the cover in the
left rear compartment trim panel.
In case the central locking system does not release the
fuel filler flap, turn the lock rod (1) clockwise (arrow) to
the end stop and open fuel filler flap.
ML 55 AMG:
First remove the space-saver tire from its holder, see
page 264.Replacing wiper blades
For safety reasons, remove key from steering lock before
replacing the wiper blade, otherwise the motor can
suddenly turn on and cause injury.
Notes:
Do not open engine hood with wiper arm folded forward.
Do not allow the wiper arm to contact the windshield
glass without a wiper blade inserted. The glass may be
scratched or broken.
Make certain that the wiper blade is properly installed.
An improperly installed wiper blade may cause
windshield damage.
The wiper with air spoiler should be mounted on the
driver’s side.
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301 Cleaning and care of the vehicle
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar careIndex Cleaning the parktronic system sensors
Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz
approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water.
When using a steam cleaner or power washer, aim
nozzle only briefly from a minimum distance of 4 in.
(10 cm) at sensors (1).
To prevent scratches, never apply strong force and use
only a soft, non-scratchy cloth when cleaning the
sensors. Do not attempt to wipe dirty sensors with a dry
cloth or sponge.Window cleaning
Use a window cleaning solution on all glass surfaces. An
automotive glass cleaner is recommended.
Note:
For safety reasons, switch off wipers and remove key
from steering lock before cleaning the windshield,
otherwise the wiper motor can suddenly turn on and
cause injury.
Wiper blades
Clean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and
detergent solution.
Note:
For safety reasons, switch off wipers and remove key
from steering lock before cleaning the wiper blades,
otherwise the wiper motor can suddenly turn on and
cause injury.
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324 Index
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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex
Central locking system ................................................... 26
Automatic central locking ......................................... 33
Locking and unlocking .............................................. 27
Mechanical keys .......................................................... 29
Panic button ................................................................. 28
Remote control ............................................................ 26
Unlocking the liftgate ................................................. 27
Vehicle keys ................................................................. 24
Changing wheels ...........................................................267
Inflating the space-saver tire .................................. 271
Charge indicator lamp ................................................... 245
CHECK ENGINE
malfunction indicator lamp ..................................... 240
Check regularly and before a long trip ......................238
Checking engine oil level
Via engine oil level indicator .................................... 96
Via oil dipstick ...........................................................255
Child restraint .............................................. 39, 48, 55, 68
Child seat mounts
See Infant and child restraint systems .................... 72
Child seat mounts – “LATCH” type ............................... 72
Cleaning and care of the vehicle .................................298
Climate control
Special settings ..........................................................114
Clock, adjusting ............................................................... 87
Compartment under front passenger seat ................. 134Consumer information ................................................. 320
Control and operation of radio transmitters .............. 164
Coolant level
Adding ........................................................................ 257
Checking .................................................................... 256
Low engine coolant level warning ......................... 246
Coolant temperature gauge ............................................87
Coolants ........................................................................... 318
Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity ......................... 318
Low engine coolant level warning ......................... 246
Cover blind, cargo area ................................................. 155
Cruise control ................................................................. 214
Cup holder
Instrument panel ...................................................... 134
Rear center console .................................................. 136
Cup holder in front seat armrest ................................. 135
DDeep water
Driving instructions .................................................201
Display illumination ........................................................86
Doors ..................................................................................30
Drinking and driving ..................................................... 192
Drive sensibly - save fuel .............................................. 192

328 Index
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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex
Instrument cluster ........................................................... 82
Activating display ....................................................... 86
Display illumination ................................................... 86
Indicator lamps ........................................................... 84
Malfunction and indicator lamps ...........................240
Instrument lamps ............................................................ 86
Instruments and controls ............................................... 18
Interior
General notes ............................................................. 132
Interior lighting ............................................................. 128
JJump starting ..................................................................275KKeys, changing batteries
in the electronic key ................................................. 292
Keys, vehicle ..................................................................... 24
LLamps, exterior .............................................................. 282
Additional turn signals on
the exterior mirror .............................................. 288
Adjusting headlamp aim ......................................... 290
Fog lamp assembly .................................................. 286
Fog lamps ................................................................... 103
Headlamp assembly .........................................283, 284
Headlamps ................................ 97, 283, 284, 290, 300
High mounted stop lamp ......................................... 289
License plate lamps ................................................. 289
Low and high beam ............................................ 97, 285
Parking lamp ...................................................... 97, 285
Replacing bulbs ........................................................ 282
Side marker lamp ..................................................... 285
Standing lamp ..................................................... 97, 285
Taillamp assemblies ................................................ 287
Turn signal lamp ................................................ 97, 285
Layout of poly-V-belt ..................................................... 308
Liftgate ............................................................................... 34
Unlocking .....................................................................27
Lighter ............................................................................. 138
Limp home mode
(Automatic transmission) ........................................ 190
Loading instructions ...................................................... 154

329 Index
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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex Locator lighting .............................................................. 102
Lockable storage compartment .................................... 134
Locking and unlocking the vehicle ............................... 27
Low beam
See Exterior lamp switch ........................................... 97
Low engine coolant level warning .............................. 246
Low engine oil level warning .......................................246
LOW RANGE
Indicator lamp ...........................................................243
LOW RANGE mode ........................................................ 227
LOW RANGE – 4-ETS+ ............................................. 222
LOW RANGE – ABS .................................................. 220
LOW RANGE – ESP ................................................... 226
MMaintenance ................................................................... 165
Malfunction and indicator lamps
in the instrument cluster .........................................240
Manual locking/unlocking the doors ........................... 29
Manual operation of sliding/pop-up roof ................... 294
Manual seat, front ........................................................... 40Manual setting of air volume and
air distribution in the
rear passenger compartment .................................. 119
MCS, radio and telephone ............................................ 164
Mechanical keys ...............................................................29
Memory function ............................................................. 43
Recalling positions from memory ............................ 44
Storing positions into memory ................................. 43
Mirror, exterior
Parking position ..........................................................78
Mirror, exterior, adjusting .............................................. 77
Mirror, exterior, parking position,
front passenger side ...................................................78
Mirror, exterior, rear view .............................................. 77
Mirror, inside, rear view .................................................75
Mirrors, vanity ................................................................ 131
NNight security illumination .......................................... 101

330 Index
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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex
OObtaining replacement keys .......................................... 25
Odometer/Trip odometer ................................................ 86
Off-Road driving ............................................................. 202
On-board diagnostic system .........................................240
Operator’s manual ............................................................. 8
Outside temperature indicator ...................................... 88
Overhead control panel ................................................... 21PPanic button ...................................................................... 28
Parking ............................................................................ 195
Parking assist (Parktronic) .......................................... 230
Malfunction ............................................................... 234
Parktronic switch ......................................................234
Sensors ....................................................................... 231
Warning indicators ................................................... 232
Parking brake ........................137, 191, 193, 195, 241, 267
Partition net .................................................................... 151
Poly-V-belt
Layout .........................................................................308
Power assistance ............................................................ 193
Power seats, front ............................................................ 41Memory function .........................................................43
Recalling positions from memory ............................ 44
Storing positions into memory ................................. 43
Power windows ............................................................... 122
Blocking of rear door windows ............................... 124
Express opening and closing .................................. 123
Synchronizing power windows ............................... 124
Problems with your vehicle ............................................ 15
Product information .......................................................... 7
RRadio transmitters ......................................................... 164
Rain sensor
See windshield wiper/washer switch .................... 105
Rear passenger compartment
adjustable air outlets ................................................120
Rear passenger compartment
climate control ........................................................... 119
Rear quarter windows ................................................... 125
Rear seat bench .............................................................. 139
Easy entry/exit feature ............................................ 142
Head restraints .......................................................... 143

331 Index
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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex Rear seat head restraints .............................................. 143
Adjusting .................................................................... 143
Removal ...................................................................... 143
Rear view mirrors
Exterior ......................................................................... 77
Inside ............................................................................ 75
Rear window defroster .................................................. 121
Rear window wiper/washer ......................................... 106
Remote control ................................................................. 24
Battery replacement ................................................. 292
Changing batteries ................................................... 292
Operation ..................................................................... 26
Synchronizing remote control ................................ 293
Removable cargo floor plates ....................................... 147
Replacement keys ............................................................ 25
Replacing bulbs .............................................................. 282
Replacing wiper blade insert .......................................295
Reporting safety defects ................................................. 16
Residual engine heat utilization (REST) .....................117
Roadside assistance ......................................................... 10
Roadside assistance call
See Tele Aid ............................................................... 166
Roof rack .........................................................................296
SSafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency
tensioning retractor and airbag ................................66
Screwdriver .................................................................... 259
Seat belt warning lamp ................................................ 245
Seat belts ...........................................................................48
Fastening ......................................................................50
Seat belt nonusage warning system .........................49
Unfastening .................................................................. 52
Warning lamp ........................................................... 245
Seat belts and integrated restraint system ..................48
Seat bench ....................................................................... 139
Seats, folding (Third row seats) ................................... 144
Seats, front ........................................................................ 38
Heated seats ................................................................. 46
Manual seats ................................................................40
Memory function .........................................................43
Power seats .................................................................. 41
Service indicator
See Flexible service system (FSS) ............................ 94
Side marker lamp .......................................................... 285
Sliding/pop-up roof ........................................................126
Emergency operation .............................................. 294
Express opening ........................................................127
Synchronizing .......................................................... 294

333 Index
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cluster displayPractical hints Car careIndex Tie-down rings, cargo .................................................... 150
Tire inflation pressure .................................................. 272
Tire traction .................................................................... 197
Tires
Driving instructions ................................................. 195
Rims and tires ........................................................... 310
Rotating wheels ......................................................... 263
Tire inflation pressure ............................................. 272
Tire replacement ....................................................... 262
Winter driving instructions .................................... 199
Tool kit
See Vehicle tools ....................................................... 259
Tow-away alarm ................................................................ 37
Switching off ................................................................ 37
Towing the vehicle ......................................................... 277
Stranded vehicle ....................................................... 281
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking ............................................. 281
Trailer operation ............................................................ 216
Trailer towing .................................................................209
Transmission .................................................................. 183
Transmission control - LOW RANGE mode ...............227
Transmission fluid level ...............................................256Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking .................................................. 281
Traveling abroad ............................................................201
Trip computer ................................................................... 89
Trip odometer ................................................................... 86
Trunk .................................................................................34
Opening ........................................................................ 27
Trunk lamp ..................................................................... 129
Turn signal failure ........................................................... 98
Turn signals ......................................................................97
UUnlocking the vehicle ...................................................... 27VVanity mirrors ................................................................ 131
Vehicle jack .................................................................... 259
Vehicle keys ......................................................................24
Vehicle tools
Screwdriver ............................................................... 259