2005 MERCEDES-BENZ ML350 wheel

244 OperationVehicle careLight alloy wheels
Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care
should be used for regular cleaning of the
light alloy wheels.
If possible, clean wheels once a week with
Mercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care, us-
ing a soft bristle brush and a strong spray
of water.
Follow instructions on container.Instrument cluster
Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or
mild detergent for delicate fabrics as a
washing solution. Wipe with a cloth moist-
ened in lukewarm solution. Do not use
scouring agents.
Steering wheel and gear selector lever
Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly
or clean with Mercedes-Benz approved
Leather Care.
Cup holder
Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or
mild detergent for delicate fabrics as a
washing solution. Wipe with a cloth moist-
ened in lukewarm solution. Do not use
scouring agents.Hard plastic trim items
Pour Mercedes-Benz approved Interior
Care onto soft lint-free cloth and apply
with light pressure.
Headliner and rear window shelf
Clean with soft bristle brush, or use a
dry-shampoo cleaner in case of excessive
dirt.
Seat belts
The webbing must not be treated with
chemical cleaning agents. Only use clear,
lukewarm water and soap. Do not dry the
webbing at temperatures above 176°F
(80°C) or in direct sunlight.
!Fold the windshield wiper arms back
onto the windshield before turning the
key in the steering lock.
Hold on to the wiper when folding the
wiper arm back. If released, the force
of the impact from the tensioning
spring could crack the windshield.iOnly use acid-free cleaning materials.
Acid may cause corrosion or damage
the clear coat.
Warning!
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Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may
severely weaken them. In a crash they may
not be able to provide adequate protection.

245 Operation
Vehicle care
Upholstery
Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing
clothing that has the tendency to give off
coloring (e.g. when wet, etc.) may cause
the upholstery to become permanently dis-
colored. By lining the seats with a proper
intermediate cover, contact-discoloration
will be prevented.
Leather upholstery*
Wipe leather upholstery with a damp cloth
and dry thoroughly or clean with
Mercedes-Benz approved Leather Care.
Exercise particular care when cleaning
perforated leather as its underside should
not become wet.MB Tex upholstery
Pour Mercedes-Benz approved Interior
Care onto soft lint-free cloth and apply
with light pressure.
Plastic and rubber parts
Do not use oil or wax on these parts.
Wood trims
Dampen cloth using water and use damp
cloth to clean wood trims in your vehicle.
Do not use solvents like tar remover or
wheel cleaner nor polishes or waxes as
these may be abrasive.

248 Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamps in instrument clusterGeneral information:
If a bulb in the instrument cluster fails to
come on during the bulb self-check when switching on ignition, have it checked and
replaced if necessary.Problem
Possible cause
Suggested solution
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The yellow ABS malfunction
indicator lamp comes on while
driving.
ABS has detected a malfunction and has
switched off. The BAS, ESP, and 4-ETS are
also switched off.
The brake system is still functioning normally
but without ABS available.

Continue driving with added caution.
Wheels may lock during hard braking
reducing steering capability.

Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Cen-
ter as soon as possible.
Failure to follow these instructions in-
creases the risk of an accident.
The charging voltage has fallen below
10 volts. The ABS has switched off.
When the voltage is above this value
again, the ABS is operational again.
If necessary, have the generator
(alternator) and the battery checked.

252 Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem
Possible cause
Suggested solution
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The yellow BAS / ESP malfunc-
tion indicator lamp comes on
while driving.
The ESP is no longer synchronized following
a voltage supply interruption (e.g. battery dis-
connected or discharged).
Synchronize the ESP:
With vehicle stationary and the engine
running, turn the steering wheel
completely to the left and then to the
right.
If the BAS / ESP indicator lamp does not
go out:

Continue driving with added caution.

Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center as soon as possi-
ble.
Failure to follow these instructions
increases the risk of an accident.
!When synchronizing the ESP, make
sure you can turn the steering wheel in
both directions as far as it will go with-
out the wheels hitting any objects, e.g.
a road curb.

264 Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?First aid kit
The first aid kit is stored in the liftgate.
Open and fold down panel1.
The first aid kit can be removed.
Vehicle tool kit
The vehicle tool kit is stored in the cargo
compartment behind the right trim panel.
1Handles
2Panel
Turn handles1 90° in direction of
arrows.

Fold down the panel2.3Screw
4Vehicle jack with tool kit

Turn screw3 counterclockwise.

Remove vehicle jack.
Vehicles with CD-changer*
(page 265).
The jack is exclusively designed for lifting
the vehicle during a wheel change. Always
lower the vehicle on sufficient capacity
jackstands before working under the vehi-
cle.
iCheck expiration dates and contents
for completeness at least once a year
and replace missing / expired items.

265 Practical hints
Where will I find ...?
1Vehicle jack
2Wheel bolt wrench
3Screwdriver
4Interchangeable slot
Screwdriver3 is placed inside the wheel-
bolt wrench handle.Vehicle jack
Please also observe the safety guidelines
in the “Flat tire” section (
page 284)
when using the jack.
Vehicle with CD-changer*
To access the vehicle tool kit, swing the
CD-changer out of the panel.
1Screw
2CD-changer

Turn screw1 counterclockwise.

Swing the CD-changer2 out of the
panel.
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The jack is designed exclusively for jacking
up the vehicle at the jack take-up brackets
built into both sides 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 (plumb line) when in use, es-
pecially on hills. Always try to use the jack
on level surface.
Make sure that the jack arm is fully seated
in the jack take-up bracket. Always lower
the vehicle onto sufficient capacity jack-
stands before working under the vehicle.

266 Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Spare wheel (space-saver tire)
Use the spare wheel only temporarily,
while observing the following restrictions:

Do not exceed vehicle speed of
50 mph (80 km / h).


Drive to the nearest repair facility to
have the flat tire repaired or replaced
as appropriate.


Do not operate vehicle with more than
one spare wheel mounted.Removing spare wheel
The spare wheel is located behind the rear
bumper.
1Cover

Hold left and right side of cover1 and
pull away from bumper.2Screw
3Spare wheel carrier
4Lever

Turn screw2 counterclockwise using
the wrench (
page 265).
Screw2 remains in spare wheel
carrier3.

Lift spare wheel carrier slightly and
push lever4 to the right using screw-
driver (
page 264).

Swing spare wheel carrier3 down and
pull it out from under the bumper.
Warning!
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The dimensions of the spare wheel are dif-
ferent from those of the road wheels. As a
result, the vehicle handling characteristics
change when driving with a mounted spare
wheel.iPlease comply with the instructions for
“Mounting the spare wheel”
(page 284).
Warning!
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Exercise care when removing or installing
spare wheel to prevent personal injury.

267 Practical hints
Where will I find ...?
5Bayonet lock
Turn the bayonet lock5 90° to the
left.

Pull off bayonet lock5.

Remove the spare wheel cover and the
spare wheel.

Store bayonet lock5 and spare wheel
cover in cargo compartment.

Replace the spare wheel carrier and se-
cure it in place.

Install cover1 to the bumper.
!When storing the space-saver spare
wheel in its holder, secure it using the
bayonet lock.