2002 MERCEDES-BENZ ML430 washer fluid

247 Malfunction and indicator lamps
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level warning lamp
With the key in steering lock position 2, the
warning lamp comes on. It should go out
when the engine is running.
If the warning lamp does not go out after starting the
engine, or if it comes on while driving, there is approx.
1.3 US qt (1,25 l) washer fluid remaining the reservoir.
The reservoir should be refilled with MB Windshield
Washer Concentrate “S” and water (or commercially
available premixed windshield washer solvent /
antifreeze, depending on ambient temperature, see
page 258) at the next opportunity. The reservoir for the
windshield and headlamp washer systems is located in
the engine compartment.
Note:
If the warning lamp comes on during subzero wether,
please check the concentration of the washer fluid in
the tank. If the concentration is not sufficient, the fluid
may have frozen. After the fluid in the tank thaws,
correct the concentration level. Brake pad wear indicator lamp
With the key in steering lock position 2, the
indicator lamp comes on and goes out when
the engine is running.
If the indicator lamp lights up during braking, this
indicates that the brake pads are worn down.
Have the brake system checked at your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible.
FSS indicator
FSS indicator (Service A), see page 94.
FSS indicator (Service B), see page 94.
The symbols appear in the main odometer display field
prior to the next suggested service. Depending on
operating conditions throughout the year, the next
service is calculated and displayed in days or distance
remaining. See page 94 for notes on the flexible service
system (FSS).

249 Contents - Practical hints
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Practical hintsFirst aid kit .....................................250
Fuses ................................................250
Electrical outlet ..............................252
Stowing items in the vehicle ........252
Hood .................................................253
Checking engine oil level .............255
Automatic transmission
fluid level ...................................256
Engine oil consumption ................256
Coolant level ...................................256
Adding coolant ...........................257
Windshield washer/headlamp
cleaning system .........................258
Windshield and headlamp
washer fluid mixing ratio .........259Ve h i c l e j a c k ,
wheel bolt wrench and
screwdriver ............................... 259
Air pump ......................................... 261
Wheels ............................................ 262
Tire replacement ....................... 262
Rotating wheels ......................... 263
Spare wheel .................................... 264
Changing wheels ........................... 267
Tire inflation pressure ................. 272
Battery ............................................. 273
Jump starting ................................. 275
Towing the vehicle ........................ 277
Transmission selector lever,
manually unlocking .................. 281
Stranded vehicle ............................ 281Exterior lamps ................................282
Headlamp assembly ...................283
Taillamp assemblies ..................287
Adjusting headlamp aim ...............290
Remote control battery
replacement ...............................292
Synchronizing
remote control ............................293
Emergency operation of
sliding/pop-up roof ...................294
Manual release for
fuel filler flap .............................295
Replacing wiper blades .................295
Roof rack .........................................296

258 Engine compartment
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Windshield washer/headlamp cleaning system
The reservoir should be refilled with MB Windshield
washer concentrate and water (or commercially
available premixed windshield washer solvent/
antifreeze, depending on ambient temperatures).
1Windshield washer / headlamp cleaning / rear
window wiper / washer system fluid reservoir
Capacity approximately 8.0 US qt (7.6 l).
Wa r n i n g !
Washer solvent / antifreeze is highly flammable. Do
not spill washer solvent / antifreeze on hot engine
parts, because it may burn. You can be seriously
burned.
1

259 Windshield wiper
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fluid mixing ratio
For temperatures above freezing:
MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and water
1 part “S” to 100 parts water
(40 ml “S” to 1 gallon water).
For temperature below freezing:
MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and
commercially available premixed windshield washer
solvent / antifreeze
1 part “S” to 100 parts solvent
(40 ml “S” to 1 gallon solvent).Vehicle jack, wheel bolt wrench and screwdriver
Wa r n i n g !
The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the
vehicle at the jack take-up brackets built into either
side of the vehicle. To help avoid personal injury,
use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel
change. Never get beneath the vehicle while it is
supported by the jack. Keep hands and feet away
from the area under the lifted vehicle. Always
firmly set parking brake and block wheels before
raising vehicle with jack.Do not disengage parking brake while the vehicle is
raised. Be certain that the jack is always vertical
when in use, especially on hills. Always try to use
the jack on level surface. Be sure that the jack arm
end is fully seated in the jack take-up bracket.
Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient capacity
jackstands before working under the vehicle.

315 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities
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(MB Brake fluid [DOT 4+])approx. 0.75 US qt (0.7 l)
Windshield / headlamp washer system
(MB Windshield washer concentrate “S”
1)approx. 8.0 US qt (7.6 l)
Cooling system
(MB Anticorrosion / antifreeze)approx. 12.7 US qt (12.0 l)
Fuel tank
including a reserve of
(Premium unleaded gasoline:
Posted Octane 91 (Avg. of 96 RON / 86 MON))ML320 / ML 500
ML 55 AMGapprox. 22.0 US gal (83.0 l)
approx. 3.2 US gal (12.0 l)
approx. 25.0 US gal (95.0 l)
approx. 3.2 US gal (12.0 l)
Air conditioner system
(R-134a refrigerant and special
PA C l u b r i c a n t (Never R-12))
1 Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and water for temperatures above freezing or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate “S” and
commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent / antifreeze for temperatures below freezing. Follow suggested mixing ratios, see
page 259.Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. Model Capacity

334 Index
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WWa r n i n g l a mp s
See Malfunction and indicator lamps in the
instrument cluster ...............................................240
Warranty coverage ......................................................... 306
Washing the vehicle ......................................................300
What you should know at the gas station .................. 235
Wheel bolt wrench ......................................................... 259
Wheels .............................................................................262
Changing wheels ......................................................267
Light alloy wheels .....................................................302
Rims and tires ........................................................... 310
Where to find it ................................................................ 14Window wiper/washer, rear ......................................... 106
Windows
See Power windows ................................................... 122
Windshield and headlamp washer system
Low fluid level warning lamp ................................. 247
Windshield washer/headlamp cleaning system
Refilling ..................................................................... 258
Windshield wiper/washer switch ............................... 105
Winter driving ............................................................... 200
Winter driving instructions .......................................... 199
Wiper blade
Replacing ................................................................... 295
Wiper operation ............................................................. 105