2008 MERCEDES-BENZ ML SUV Owners Manual

Vehicle identification plates
350phones/wireless devices in the vehicle.
This also ensures that interference
between these devices and the vehicle's
electronics is kept to a minimum. If instal-
led, the exterior aerial conducts the elec-
tromagnetic fields transmitted by a mobile
phone to the exterior of the vehicle. Frequency range Maximum trans-
mission output
(watts)
Short wave
(< 50 MHz) 100
4 m waveband 20
2 m waveband 50
70 cm waveband 35
25 cm waveband 10
!
If electrical or electronic equipment
which does not comply with the above
installation conditions is operated inside
the vehicle, the vehicle's operating permit
may be invalidated (EU Directive
95/54/EC) - Automotive EMC directive) Vehicle identification plates
Vehicle identification plate with vehi-
cle identification number (VIN) and
paint code number
The vehicle identification plate is located at
the bottom of the door frame on the front-
passenger side. 1
Vehicle identification plate
X Open the driver's door.
You will see vehicle identification plate
1. Vehicle identification plate (example)
1
Vehicle identification plate
2 Vehicle manufacturer
3 EU type approval number
4 Vehicle identification number (VIN)
5 Maximum permissible gross vehicle
weight
6 Maximum permissible towing weight
7 Maximum permissible front axle load
8 Maximum permissible rear axle load
9 Paint code number Technical data
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Vehicle identification plates
351Vehicle identification number (VIN)
In addition to the information on the vehicle
identification plate, the vehicle identification
number (VIN) is also stamped onto the cross
member under the second row of seats. 1
Seat
2 Carpet X
Fold seat 1forwards.
X Lift up carpet 2.
You will see the vehicle identification num-
ber (VIN). Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the engine
block (crankcase). More information can be
obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre. Technical data
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Engine
352 Engine
ML 350 ML 500 ML 63 AMG
Rated output 200 kW (272 bhp) 285 kW (388 bhp) 375 kW (510 bhp)
At engine speed 6,000 rpm 6,000 rpm 6,800 rpm
Rated torque 350 Nm 530 Nm 630 Nm
At engine speed 2,400 – 5,000 rpm 2,800 – 4,800 rpm 5,200 rpm
Number of cylinders 6 8 8
Displacement
3,498 cm
3 5,461 cm
3 6,208 cm
3 Maximum engine speed 6,500 rpm 6,500 rpm 7,200 rpm
ML 280 CDI ML 320 CDI ML 420 CDI
Rated output 140 kW (190 bhp) 165 kW (224 bhp) 225 kW (306 bhp)
At engine speed 4,000 rpm 3,800 rpm 3,600 rpm
Rated torque 440 Nm 510 Nm 700 Nm
At engine speed 1,400 – 2,800 rpm 1,600 – 2,800 rpm 2,000 – 2,600 rpm
Number of cylinders 6 6 8
Displacement
2,987 cm
3 2,987 cm
3 3,996 cm
3 Maximum engine speed 4,500 rpm 4,500 rpm 4,600 rpmTechnical data
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Performance
353Performance
Speeds
ML 350 ML 500 ML 63 AMG ML 280 CDI ML 320 CDI ML 420 CDI
Maximum
speed 225 km/h 250 km/h 250 km/h 205 km/h 215 km/h 235 km/h
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h
ML 350 ML 500 ML 63 AMG ML 280 CDI ML 320 CDI ML 420 CDI
7-speed auto-
matic transmis-
sion 8.4 seconds 5.8 seconds 5.0 seconds 9.8 seconds 8.6 seconds 6.5 secondsTechnical data
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Tyres and wheels
354 Tyres and wheels
Points to remember
! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec-
ommends that you only use tyres which
have been approved specifically for your
vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. These tyres are
specially adapted for use with the control
systems, such as ABS or ESP ®
, and are
marked as follows:
R MO = Mercedes-Benz Original
R MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Exten-
ded* (with run-flat characteristics)
If you use other tyres, Mercedes-Benz can-
not accept any responsibility for damage
which may occur. Information about tyres
can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
i Vehicles with MOExtended run-flat sys-
tem are not equipped with the TIREFIT
kit* 38
.
It is therefore recommended that you addi-
tionally equip your vehicle with the TIREFIT
kit* when fitting tyres that do not feature
run-flat properties, e.g. winter tyres. i
A TIREFIT kit* is available from any quali-
fied specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-
Benz Service Centre.
! If you fit tyres other than those tested and
recommended by Mercedes-Benz, charac-
teristics such as handling, noise levels and
fuel consumption, etc. could be adversely
affected. In addition, when driving with a
load, dimensional variations and different
tyre deformation characteristics could
cause the tyres to come into contact with
the bodywork and axle components. This
could result in damage to the tyres or the
vehicle.
i Further information about tyres and
wheels can be obtained from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
You will find a table of tyre pressures on the
inside of your vehicle's fuel filler flap. You
will find further information about tyre pres-
sures in the "Operation" section
(Y page 226).
38 Only for certain countries. Technical data
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Tyres and wheels
355Tyres
ML 280 CDI ML 350
ML 320 CDI ML 420 CDI
17" Both
axles
All-weather tyres
39 235/6
5 R17 104 H M+S 235/65 R17 104 V M+S –
Winter tyres
40 235/65 R17 104 H M+S
. 235/65 R17 104 H M+S
. –
Light-alloy wheels 7.5J x 17 H2 ET 56 7.5J x 17 H2 ET 56 –
18" Both
axles
All-weather tyres
39 255/55 R18 105 V M+S 255/55 R18 105 V M+S 255/55 R18 105 V M+S
All-terrain tyres
41 255/55 R18 105 H M+S 255/55 R18 105 H M+S 255/55 R18 105 H M+S
Winter tyres
40 255/55 R18 105 H M+S
. 255/55 R18 105 H M+S
. 255/55 R18 105 H M+S
. Light-alloy wheels 8J x 18 H2 ET 60 8J x 18 H2 ET 60 8J x 18 H2 ET 60
ML 350
ML 280 CDI
ML 320 CDI ML 420 CDI
ML 500
19" Both axles Summer tyres 255/50 R19 103 W 255/50 R19 103 W
Summer tyres
42 255/50 R19 103 W MOExtended 255/50 R19 103 W MOExtended
All-terrain tyres
43 255/50 R19 103 H M+S 255/50 R19 103 H M+S
39
All-weather tyres with M+S approval. Only certain tyre brands are approved. Ask your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for information.
40 Winter tyres with the symbol .next to the retrofitting label. Only certain tyre brands are approved. Ask your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for information.
41 All-terrain tyres for retrofitting. Only certain tyre brands are approved. Ask your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for information. Technical data
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Tyres and wheels
356 ML 350
ML 280 CDI
ML 320 CDI ML 420 CDI
ML 500
Winter tyres
44 255/50 R19 103 H M+S
. 255/50 R19 103 H M+S
. Winter tyres
42
,44 255/50 R19 107H XL M+S
.MOExt. 255/50 R19 107H XL M+S
.MOExt. Light-alloy wheels 8J x 19 H2 ET 60 8J x 19 H2 ET 60
20" Both axles
Summer tyres
45 265/45 R20 104 Y 265/45 R20 104 Y
Light-alloy wheels 8.5J x 20 H2 ET 55 8.5J x 20 H2 ET 55
42
Tyres with run-flat characteristics and only in combination with the tyre pressure loss warning system or tyre pressure monitor*.
43 All-terrain tyres for retrofitting. Only certain tyre brands are approved. Ask your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for information.
44 Winter tyres with the symbol .next to the retrofitting label. Only certain tyre brands are approved. Ask your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for information.
45 Snow chains not permitted. Technical data
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Tyres and wheels
357ML 63 AMG
19" Both axles
Winter tyres
46 285/45 R19 107 H M+S
. Light-alloy wheels 9.5J x 19 H2 ET 46
20" Both axles
Summer tyres
47 295/4
0 ZR20 106 Y Light-alloy wheels 10J
x 20 H2 ET 46 21" Both axles
Summer tyres
47 295/35 ZR21 107 Y XL
Light-alloy wheels 10J x 21 H2 ET 46
Vehicles with AMG equipment*
All models except the ML 63 AMG
19" Both axles
Summer tyres
47 255/50 R19 103 W
Light-alloy wheels 8.5J x 19 H2 ET 58
46
Winter tyres with the symbol .next to the retrofitting label. Only certain tyre brands are approved. Ask your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for information.
47 Snow chains not permitted. Technical data
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