2007 MERCEDES-BENZ ML320CDI AUX

294 Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartments Glove box/CD changer*
1Glove box lid release
2Glove box lid
Opening the glove box

Pull lid release1 in direction of arrow.
Glove box lid2 opens downward.
Closing the glove box

Push glove box lid2 up to close.Releasing CD changer*
1Release button
2AUX-socket (Vehicles without Rear
Seat Entertainment System*)
3CD changer

Open the glove box (
page 294).

Press release button1.
CD changer3 is released and swings
down automatically.
For information on CD changer operation,
see separate COMAND system operating
instructions.
Warning!
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To help avoid personal injury during a colli-
sion or sudden maneuver, exercise care
when storing objects in the vehicle. Put lug-
gage or cargo in the cargo compartment if
possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher
than the seat backs.
Always use partition net* when transporting
cargo. Partition net* cannot secure hard or
heavy objects.
Parcel nets cannot secure hard or heavy ob-
jects.
Keep compartment lids closed. This will help
to prevent stored objects from being thrown
about and injuring vehicle occupants during

braking


vehicle maneuvers


an accident
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Depending on vehicle equipment, a
CD changer* and an AUX-socket are located in
the glove box.

302 Controls in detailUseful features
Power outletsPower outlets are located


in the front center console
(page 302)


in the rear center console (
page 303)


on the right-hand side of the cargo
compartment (
page 303)
Power outlet in front center console
1Power outlet cover

Switch on the ignition (
page 40).

Open cover plate (
page 296).

Pull out cover1 and insert electrical
plug (cigarette lighter type).
!
The lighter socket can accommodate
12V DC electrical accessories (up to a maximum
of 180 W) designed for use with the standard
“cigarette lighter” plug type. Keep in mind, how-
ever, that connecting accessories to the lighter
socket (for example extensive connecting and
disconnecting, or using plugs that do not fit prop-
erly) can damage the lighter socket. With the
socket damaged, the lighter may no longer be
able to be placed in the heating (pushed-in) posi-
tion, or the lighter may pop out too early with the
lighter not hot enough.
To help avoid damaging the cigarette lighter
socket, we recommend connecting 12V DC elec-
trical accessories designed for use with the stan-
dard “cigarette lighter” plug type to the 12V
power outlets (
page 302) in your vehicle
whenever possible.
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If the engine is off, and the cigarette lighter
is being used extensively, the vehicle battery
may become discharged.
!
If you use all power outlets in the vehicle,
make sure that the maximum current drawn
does not exceed 55 A.
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The power outlets can be used to
accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories
(e.g. air pump, auxiliary lamps) up to a maximum
of 240 W.
If the engine is off, the battery may become dis-
charged if used for long periods of time.
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You can use the power outlet in the cargo
compartment or in the front of the rear seats
even if the ignition is switched off.
An emergency shut-off feature ensures that the
vehicle’s electrical voltage does not fall below a
minimum level. If the voltage drops to this mini-
mum level, the power outlets are automatically
switched off. This ensures that enough power re-
mains to start the engine.

333 Operation
Driving instructions
For more information, see “Winter driving”
(page 399).
Standing waterFor more information, see “Driving through
water” (
page 338).
Off-road driving
Warning!
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If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, make
sure that snow is kept clear of the exhaust
pipe and from around the vehicle with the
engine running. Otherwise, deadly carbon
monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle in-
terior resulting in unconsciousness and
death.
To assure sufficient fresh air ventilation,
open a window slightly on the side of the ve-
hicle not facing the wind.Warning!
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The outside temperature indicator is not de-
signed to serve as an ice-warning device and
is therefore unsuitable for that purpose. In-
dicated temperatures just above the freez-
ing point do not guarantee that the road
surface is free of ice.
!
Do not drive through flooded areas or water
of unknown depth. Before driving through water,
determine its depth. Never accelerate before
driving into water. The bow wave could force wa-
ter into the engine and auxiliary equipment, thus
damaging them.
If you must drive through standing water, drive
slowly to prevent water from entering the pas-
senger compartment or the engine compart-
ment.
Water in these areas could cause


damage to electrical components


wiring of the engine or transmission
or could result


in water being ingested by the engine
through the air intake, causing severe inter-
nal engine damage.
Any such damage is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
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Vehicles with air suspension package*:
Select the raised level (
page 270) before
driving through standing water.
Warning!
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Do not load items on the basic carrier bars*.
It may cause instability during some maneu-
vers which could result in an accident.
Drive slowly in unknown terrain. This will
make it easier to recognize unexpected ob-
stacles and avoid damage to the vehicle.
To help avoid the vehicle rolling over, never
turn it around on steep inclines. If the vehi-
cle cannot complete the attempted climb,
back it down in reverse gear.
Do not drive along the side of a slope. The
vehicle might otherwise rollover. If in doing
so the vehicle begins to show a tendency to
roll, immediately steer into a line of gravity
(straight up or downhill).


339 Operation
Driving instructions


Before driving through water, deter-
mine its depth.


Vehicles with air suspension package*:
Select the highest vehicle level
possible (
page 270).


Switch to off-road driving program
(page 268) before driving through
water.


Shift automatic transmission to
position1 or2 (
page 193).


Avoid high engine speeds.


Enter and leave the water only at a
shallow spot, driving at walking speed.


Drive through the water slowly and at a
constant speed.


Do not stop vehicle while immersed in
water, and do not shut off the engine.


There is a very high level of driving re-
sistance in water. The surface is slip-
pery and may not be firm, making
pulling away in water difficult and dan-
gerous.


Make sure that only small bow waves
are formed when driving the vehicle
through water.


Clean mud off the tire tread after driv-
ing through water.


To dry the brakes, apply pressure to the
brake pedal several times while driving
after leaving the water.Crossing obstacles
!
The water depth must not exceed the
respective value listed in the table. The ground
under the water might not be firm which could
result the water being deeper than expected
when driving the vehicle through it. Please note
that the water level is correspondingly lower for
flowing water.
!
Never accelerate before driving into the
water. The bow wave could force water into the
engine and auxiliary equipment, thus damaging
them.
!
Do not open any of the vehicle’s doors while
driving through water. Water could otherwise en-
ter the vehicle interior and damage the vehicle’s
electronics, as well as the interior equipment.
!
Obstacles can damage the vehicle
underbody or suspension components. If possi-
ble use the assistance of a second person out-
side the vehicle to scout the path you intend to
take and check for adequate ground clearance
when you cross obstacles with your vehicle. The
person assisting you outside the vehicle should
always be a safe distance away from the vehicle
and positioned so that he or she cannot get hurt
in case of any unexpected vehicle movement.
After off-road driving or crossing obstacles, in-
spect vehicle for any damage, especially vehicle
underbody and suspension components. Failure
to do so can adversely affect the vehicle’s future
performance, including increased chance of an
accident.