2002 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55AMG instrument panel

260 Spare wheel, vehicle jack
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The vehicle jack, wheel bolt wrench and screwdriver are
located in the rear cargo compartment behind the cover
in the right side trim panel.
To get to tools, first remove trim panel cover by turning
both handles to left.
Vehicles with optional CD-changer:
Loosen CD-changer securing screw and swing
CD-changer out of the panel to gain access to jack and
tool kit.Unscrew plastic nut (1) and lift out vehicle jack.
See illustration for proper storage of jack and wheel bolt
wrench.
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aufgebockte Fahrzeug begeben!

270 Tires, Wheels
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Using the wrench, tighten the five bolts evenly,
following the sequence illustrated, until all bolts are
tight. Observe a tightening torque of 110 ft.lb. (150 Nm).
Ensure proper tire pressure.Notes:
The removed road wheel cannot be stored in the
space-saver wheel carrier or inside the storage
compartment in the rear cargo area (ML 55 AMG), but
should be transported in the rear cargo compartment
wrapped in a protective cover supplied with the vehicle.
The protective cover is located in the rear cargo
compartment behind the cover in the right side trim
panel.
Model ML 55 AMG:
Store air pump in its proper location. Close and latch the
spare wheel cover, see page 261.
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Wa r n i n g !
Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or
rusted.Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts.Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired
immediately.Incorrect mounting bolts or improperly tightened
mounting bolts can cause the wheel to come off.
This could cause an accident. Be sure to use the
correct mounting bolts.

278 Towing
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ML 320, ML 500The rear towing eye is located behind the right side
cover in the bumper panel.
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Cover removal:
Using a flat blade screwdriver pry out the cover.
Cover installation:
Engage cover at bottom and press in top securely.
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The rear towing eye is located behind the right side
cover (1) in the bumper panel.
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4Tow i n g eye , r e a rCover removal:
Grip cover at bottom and securely pull out.
Cover installation:
Engage cover and press in securely.
We recommend that the vehicle be transported using
flat bed equipment. This method is preferable to other
types of towing.
The vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground
and the selector lever in position “N” for distances up to
30 miles (50 km) and at a speed not to exceed 30 mph
(50 km / h). The key must be in steering lock position 2.
Note:
The steering lock cannot be locked or unlocked and the
selector lever remains in position “P” if the battery is
disconnected or discharged (see page 273). See
page 281 for transmission selector lever, manually
unlocking.
Wa r n i n g !
In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury,
use extreme caution when removing the cover,
because the rear exhaust pipe is extremely hot.

295 Manual release for fuel filler flap
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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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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

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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