2008 MERCEDES-BENZ ML320 mirror

393 Operation
Vehicle care
Shift the automatic transmission to
neutral positionN.
Release the brake pedal.
If engaged, release the parking brake
(
page 57).
Switch off the ignition and leave the
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* in the
starter switch.Ornamental moldings
For regular cleaning and care of ornamen-
tal moldings, use a damp cloth.Headlamps, brake lamps, tail lamps,
side markers, turn signal lenses
Use a mild car wash detergent, such as
Mercedes-Benz approved Car Sham-
poo, with plenty of water.
iAfter running the vehicle through an auto-
matic car wash, wipe any wax off of the wind-
shield (
page 395). This will prevent smears
and reduce wiping noise which can be caused by
residual wax on the windshield.
When leaving the car wash, make sure that the
mirrors are folded out. Otherwise they may
vibrate.
!Do not use chrome cleaner on ornamental
moldings. Although ornamental moldings may
have chrome appearance, they could be made of
anodized aluminum that will be damaged when
cleaned with chrome cleaner. Instead, use a
damp cloth to clean those ornamental moldings.
For very dirty ornamental moldings of which you
are sure are chrome-plated, use a chrome clean-
er. If in doubt whether an ornamental molding is
chrome-plated, contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
!Only use window cleaning solutions that are
suitable for plastic lamp lenses. Window clean-
ing solutions which are not suitable may damage
the plastic lamp lenses of the headlamps. There-
fore, do not use abrasives, solvents or cleaners
that contain solvents.
Never apply strong force and only use a soft,
non-scratching cloth when cleaning the lenses.
Do not attempt to wipe dirty lenses with a dry
cloth or sponge.
Otherwise you may scratch or damage the lens
surface.

443 Practical hints
What to do if …
Display symbolDisplay messagePossible cause/consequencePossible solution
. Turn Signal
Rear LeftThe left rear turn signal lamp is
malfunctioning. A substitute
bulb is being used.Replace the bulb as soon as possible
(
page 471).
Turn Signal
Rear RightThe right rear turn signal lamp is
malfunctioning. A substitute
bulb is being used.Replace the bulb as soon as possible
(
page 471).
Turn Signal
Front LeftThe left front turn signal lamp is
malfunctioning. A substitute
bulb is being used.Replace the bulb as soon as possible
(
page 468).
Turn Signal
Front RightThe right front turn signal lamp is
malfunctioning. A substitute
bulb is being used.Replace the bulb as soon as possible
(
page 468).
Turn Signal
Left MirrorThe turn signal in the left exteri-
or rear view mirror is malfunc-
tioning. This message will only
appear if a critical number of
LEDs have stopped working.Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center as soon as possible.
Turn Signal
Right MirrorThe turn signal in the right exte-
rior rear view mirror is malfunc-
tioning. This message will only
appear if a critical number of
LEDs have stopped working.Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center as soon as possible.

465 Practical hints
Replacing bulbs
Notes on bulb replacement

Only use 12-volt bulbs of the same type
and with the specified watt rating.

Switch lights off before changing a bulb
to prevent short circuits.

Always use a clean lint-free cloth when
handling bulbs.

Your hands should be dry and free of oil
and grease.

If the newly installed bulb does not
come on, visit an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.Have the LEDs and bulbs for the following
lamps replaced by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center:

the additional turn signal lamps in the
exterior rear view mirrors

the high mounted brake lamp

the Bi-Xenon* low beam lamps

the Bi-Xenon high beam flasher spot-
light*
Warning!G
Bulbs and bulb sockets can be very hot.
Allow the lamp to cool down before chang-
ing a bulb.
Keep bulbs out of reach of children.
Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas.
A bulb can explode if you:

touch or move it when hot

drop the bulb

scratch the bulb
Wear eye and hand protection.
Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps, it is
dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the
lamp and its components. We recommend
that you have such work done by a qualified
technician.
!Do not replace the LEDs yourself. You could
otherwise damage the LEDs or parts of the vehi-
cle. Only have the LEDs replaced by a an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
iReplacing the bulbs for the front lamps is a
technically complex process. For your conve-
nience, we recommend that you have this work
carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center.
Have the headlamp adjustment checked
regularly.

470 Practical hints
Replacing bulbs
Turn the hook or screwdriver 90°.
Hold the cover1 and pull the hook or
screwdriver outwards.
You can now access the front fog lamp.
Example illustration ML350 (Sport Package
similar)
3Retaining screws
Turn retaining screws3 counterclock-
wise.
Remove front fog lamp2 out of the
bumper.
Pull electrical connector off.4Bulb socket of front fog lamp bulb
Turn bulb socket4 counterclockwise.
Pull bulb socket4 out of the housing.
Pull the front fog lamp bulb out of bulb
socket4.
Insert the new front fog lamp bulb into
bulb socket4.
Insert bulb socket4 into the housing.
Turn bulb socket4 clockwise until it
engages.
Plug in the electrical connector.
Insert front fog lamp2 back into
bumper.
Fasten retaining screws3.
Reinsert cover1 and press it in until it
engages.
Additional turn signal lamps bulbs
The additional turn signal lamps in the
exterior rear view mirrors have LEDs.
If a malfunction occurs or LEDs fail to func-
tion, the entire turn signal unit must be re-
placed. Have the turn signal unit replaced
by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light
Truck Center.


496 Practical hints
Battery
Connect the positive lead to the posi-
tive terminal and fasten it’s cover
(
page 494).
Connect the negative lead to the nega-
tive terminal (
page 494).
Charging the battery
If the battery is discharged, the battery can
be charged using the jump-start contacts
located in the engine compartment
(
page 498).
Charge the battery in accordance with
the instructions of the battery charger
manufacturer.
Batteries contain materials that can harm
the environment if disposed of improperly.
Large 12-volt storage batteries contain
lead. Recycling of batteries is the preferred
method of disposal. Many states require
sellers of batteries to accept old batteries
for recycling.
!Never invert the terminal connections!
iThe following procedures must be carried
out following any interruption of battery power
(e.g. due to reconnection):

Set the clock (page 169).
Vehicles with COMAND system with naviga-
tion module*: Time and date are set auto-
matically.

Synchronize the door windows
(
page 237).

Synchronize the power tilt/sliding sunroof
(
page 242).

Synchronize the power folding exterior rear
view mirrors* (
page 200).
Warning!G
Never charge a battery while still installed in
the vehicle unless the accessory battery
charge unit approved by Mercedes-Benz is
being used. Gases may escape during charg-
ing and cause explosions that may result in
paint damage, corrosion or personal injury.
An accessory battery charge unit specially
adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and
tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is
available, permitting the charging of the
battery in its installed position. Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Center for information and availability.
Charge battery in accordance with the
separate instructions for the accessory
battery charger.


520 Technical data
Main Dimensions
ModelML 320 CDI, ML 350, ML 550ML 63 AMG
Overall vehicle length188.5 in (4788 mm)189.5 in (4812 mm)
Vehicle width (exterior rear view mirrors folded out)83.7 in (2127 mm)83.7 in (2127 mm)
Vehicle width (exterior rear view mirrors folded in)76.0 in (1930 mm)76.8 in (1951 mm)
Overall vehicle height (vehicles with steel suspen-
sion)71.5 in (1815 mm)-
Overall vehicle height, depending on set vehicle level
(vehicles with air suspension program*)69.8 in - 73.0 in
(1774 mm - 1854 mm)69.5 in - 72.6 in
(1764 mm - 1844 mm)
Wheelbase114.8 in (2915 mm)114.8 in (2915 mm)
Ground clearance (vehicles with steel suspension)8.3 in (210 mm)-
Ground clearance, depending on set vehicle level
(vehicles with air suspension program*)7.1 in - 10.3 in (181 mm - 261 mm)8.0 in - 10.9 in (203 mm - 276 mm)
Turning circle39 ft (11.6 m)39 ft (11.6 m)
Track, frontML 320 CDI, ML 350:
64.0 in (1627 mm)
ML 550:
63.7 in (1619 mm)64.8 in - 65.5 in
(1647 mm - 1664 mm)
Track, rearML 320 CDI, ML 350:
64.1 in (1629 mm)
ML 550:
63.8 in (1621 mm)64.9 in - 65.3 in
(1649 mm - 1667 mm)

531 Index
A
ABS 98
Indicator lamp 400
Messages in the multifunction
display 415
Off-road - ABS 99
Accelerator position, automatic
transmission 190
Accessory weight 379
Accident 64
Active head restraint 88, 127, 458
Adaptive Damping System (ADS)* 255
Air bags 74
Children 75, 89
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp 31, 83
Front, Driver 77
Front, Passenger 77
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) 79
Safety guidelines 76
Side impact (front and rear*) 78
Window curtain 78Air conditioning refrigerant 525
Air conditioning system see
Climate control or
Automatic climate control (3-zone)*
Air conditioning, Cooling 214, 229
Air distribution, Front 209, 224
Air distribution, Rear 217, 233
Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure
Air pump, electric (ML 63 AMG) 485
Air recirculation mode 212, 227
Air suspension program* 254
Adaptive Damping System
(ADS)* 255
Messages in the multifunction
display 447
Vehicle level control* 255
Air vents 217
Air vents, Front 210, 224
Air vents, Rear 234
Air volume 210, 225
Alarm system see Anti-theft systems
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool kit) 450, 483Anticorrosion/antifreeze 529
Antiglare, Interior rear view mirror 199
Antiglare, Rear view mirrors* 199
Antilock Brake System see ABS
Anti-theft systems 107
Anti-theft alarm system 106, 107
Immobilizer 106
Aquaplaning see Hydroplaning
Armrest storage/telephone* compart-
ment
Front 281
Ashtrays (Depending on vehicle
configuration) 285
Aspect ratio 379
ATF 345
Attaching a trailer 330
AUDIO menu 160
Audio menu
CD operation 161
Radio operation 160
Satellite radio* operation 160
Auto-dimming*, Rear view mirrors 199
Automatic central locking, Control
system 175

537 Index
Engine
Belt layout (ML 320 CDI) 512
Belt layout (ML 350, ML 550) 512
Belt layout (ML 63 AMG) 512
Block heater (Canada only) 385
Break-in recommendations 343
Cleaning 391
Compartment 341
Emergency engine shut-down 506
Malfunction indicator lamp 29
Maximum engine speed 146, 513,
514
Number 511
Starting 54
Starting with KEYLESS-GO* 55
Starting with the SmartKey 55
Tachometer 29, 146
Technical data 513
Turning off with KEYLESS-GO* 67
Turning off with the SmartKey 67Engine coolant see Coolant
Engine oil 343, 525
Adding 344, 525
Additives 525
Changing 344, 525
Checking level 343
Checking with the oil dipstick 343
Consumption 343
Filler neck (ML 350, ML 320 CDI) 344
Filler neck (ML 550, ML 63 AMG) 344
Recommended engine oils and oil
filters 525
ESP
®27, 100
Four wheel electronic traction system
with ESP
®100
Messages in the multifunction
display 418, 419
Off-road-ESP
®103
Warning lamp 27, 405
ETD 87, 410
Safety guidelines 76
Expanding cargo compartment 269Exterior rear view mirrors 49, 199
Folding 201
Power folding* 200
Synchronizing 200
F
Fastening the seat belts 51
Filler neck, Engine oil
(ML 350, ML 320 CDI) 344
Filler neck, Engine oil
(ML 550, ML 63 AMG) 344
First aid kit 448
Flat tire 478
Collapsible tire
(ML 63 AMG only) 453, 518
Lifting the vehicle 479
Lowering the vehicle 487
Minispare wheel
(except ML 63 AMG) 452
Mounting the spare wheel 479
Preparing the vehicle 479
Spare wheel 518
Floormats 289