2010 MERCEDES-BENZ ML63AMG run flat

! Observe the following during off-road
driving:
R Keep doors, tailgate, windows, and tilt/
sliding sunroof closed whenever driving
off-road.
R Adjust vehicle speed to condition of
terrain. The more uneven, rutty and
steeper the terrain, the lower the speed
should be. Drive through water slowly at
an even speed, avoiding a bow wave.
R Be especially careful when driving in
unknown territory. It may be necessary
to get out of the vehicle and scout the
path you intend to take.
R Watch out for obstacles, such as rocks,
holes, tree stumps and ruts.
R Before driving through water, determine
its depth.
R Do not stop vehicle while immersed in
water, and do not shut off the engine.
R In sandy soil, drive at a steady speed as
allowed by conditions. This helps
overcome the vehicle rolling resistance
and reduces the likelihood of the vehicle
sinking into the ground.
R Do not initiate jumps with the vehicle. It
interrupts the forward momentum of the
vehicle.
R Always drive onto slopes with the engine
running and the vehicle in gear.
R Do not shift automatic transmission into
neutral position N.GWarning!
Do not reduce the tire inflation pressure
before driving through sand. However, if you
do so, remember to correct the tire inflation
pressure before continuing your trip. Driving
with reduced tire inflation pressure increases
the risk of losing control of the vehicle and
rolling over.
Checklist before off-road driving
Engine oil level
R Check the engine oil level ( Y page 214).
Only with a proper oil level can the vehicle
obtain a trouble-free oil supply, even on
steep gradients.
! If the engine oil level warning lamp comes
on while driving, stop the vehicle in a safe
location or as soon at is safe to do so.
Check the engine oil level.
The engine oil level warnings should not be
ignored. Extended driving with the symbol
displayed could result in serious engine
damage that is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Tires
R Check the tread depth and maintain
specified tire inflation pressure. A placard
with the recommended tire inflation
pressures is located on the driver’s door B-
pillar ( Y page 228).
R Check tires for possible damage and
remove foreign objects.
R Replace missing valve caps.
Rims
R Dented or bent rims can cause tire inflation
pressure loss and damage the tire beads.
For this reason, check and, if necessary,
change rims before driving off-road.
Vehicle tool kit
R Check if the jack ( Y page 270) is
functional.
R Always take the vehicle tool kit, a strong
tow rope, a shovel and a small plank (to put
under the jack on sandy soil) with you.
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TiresDisplay messagesPossible causes/consequences and M SolutionsCheck
tires,then
restart
Run Flat
Indicator.There has been a warning message about a loss in the tire
inflation pressure and the tire pressure loss warning system
was not restarted yet.XMake sure the correct tire inflation pressure is set for each
tire.XThen restart the tire pressure loss warning system
( Y page 222).Run Flat
IndicatorInoperativ
eThe tire pressure loss warning system is malfunctioning.XHave the tire pressure loss warning system checked at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.Tire
PressureCheck
TiresThe tire pressure loss warning system indicates that the tire
inflation pressure is too low in at least one tire.XCarefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt
steering and braking maneuvers. Observe the traffic
situation around you.XCheck the tires and, if necessary, change the wheel
( Y page 319).XCheck and adjust tire inflation pressure as required
( Y page 221).XRestart the tire pressure loss warning system after
adjusting the tire inflation pressure values ( Y page 222).Tire
pressure
displayed
afterdriving
for a few
minutes.The tire inflation pressure is being checked by the Advanced
TPMS.XDrive the vehicle for a few minutes.Tire
Pressure
MonitorInoperativ
eThe Advanced TPMS is malfunctioning.XHave the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.Tire
Pressure
MonitorInoperativ
e No
Wheel
SensorsThere are wheels without appropriate wheel sensors mounted
(e.g. winter tires).XHave the Advanced TPMS checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.XHave the appropriate wheel sensors installed at an
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Position C represents the charged battery of
another vehicle or an equivalent starter pack.
XFlip up cover : of positive terminal = in
direction of arrow.
! Never invert the terminal connections!
XConnect positive terminal ; of charged
battery C with positive terminal = with a
jumper cable. Clamp the cable to positive
terminal ; of charged battery C first.
XStart engine of the vehicle with charged
battery C and run at idle speed.
XSlide cover A from negative terminal B in
direction of arrow.
XConnect negative terminal ? of charged
battery C with negative terminal B with
a jumper cable. Clamp the cable to
negative terminal ? of charged battery
C first.
XStart engine of the vehicle with the
discharged battery and run at idle speed.
You can now turn on the electrical
consumers. Do not switch on the
headlamps under any circumstances.
XRemove the jumper cables from negative
terminals ? and B first.
XRemove the jumper cables from positive
terminals ; and =.
You can now switch on the headlamps.
XClose cover : of positive terminal =.XSlide cover A back onto negative terminal
B.
XHave the battery checked at the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Towing the vehicle
Safety notes
Mercedes-Benz recommends that the vehicle
be transported with all wheels off the ground
using flatbed or appropriate wheel lift/dolly
equipment. This method is preferable to other
types of towing.
GWarning!
HYBRID vehicles: It is imperative that you read
the HYBRID Supplemental Operating
Instructions included in your vehicle literature
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Engine ML 63 AMGMaximum torque
acc. to SAE J 1349465 lb-ft/5 200 rpm
( 630 Nm/5 200 rpm)Maximum engine
speed7 200 rpmFiring order1-5-4-2-6-3-7-8Poly-V-belt2 360 mmElectrical system ML 63 AMGAlternator14 V/180 AStarter motor12 V/2.1 kWBattery12 V/95 AhSpark plugs, typeNGK ILZKAR 7A10Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.039 in (1.0 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque15 - 18 lb-ft
(20 - 25 Nm)Main dimensions ML 63 AMGOverall vehicle
length189.7 in (4 818 mm)Overall vehicle
width 4883.6 in (2
124 mm)Overall vehicle
height69.5 - 72.6 in
(1 765 - 1 845 mm) 49Wheelbase114.8 in (2
915 mm)Track, front65.5 in (1 664 mm)Track, rear65.6 in (1 667 mm)Ground clearance7.0 - 10.1 in
(177 - 257 mm) 49Turning circle39.0 ft (11.6 m)Weights ML 63 AMGRoof loadmax. 220 lb (100 kg)
Rims and tires
Notes
! Only use tires which have been tested and
approved by Mercedes-Benz. Tires
approved by Mercedes-Benz are developed
to provide best possible performance in
conjunction with the driving safety systems
on your vehicle such as the ABS or the
ESP ®
. Tires specially developed for your
vehicle and tested and approved by
Mercedes-Benz can be identified by finding
the following on the tire’s sidewall:
R MO =
Mercedes-Benz Original
equipment tires
R MOE =
Mercedes-Benz Original Extended
(tires with limited run-flat
characteristics) original equipment tires
Using tires other than those approved by
Mercedes-Benz may result in damage that
is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz
Limited Warranty.
For information on driving with MOExtended
tires, see the “Practical hints” section
( Y page 330).
i Vehicles with MOExtended system are
not factory-equipped with a TIREFIT kit.
When retrofitting with tires that do not have
run-flat characteristics, you should also
equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit.
TIREFIT kits are available at any authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
! Using tires other than those approved by
Mercedes-Benz can have detrimental
effects, such as
48 Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
49 Depending on the set vehicle level.352Rims and tiresTechnical data
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Same size tiresModelML 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC
ML 350 4MATIC
ML 350 4MATIC (Sport Package)
ML 550 4MATIC18" wheelsRims (light alloy)
Wheel offset8 J x 18 H2
2.36 in (60 mm)Winter tires 50,51,52255/55 R18 105H M+S
iAll-terrain tires50,51,52255/55 R18 105H M+SModelML 350
ML 350 4MATIC
ML 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC 5319" wheelsRims (light alloy)
Wheel offset8 J x 19 H2
2.36 in (60 mm)All-season tires 50255/50 R19 107H XL (Extra Load) M+SWinter tires50,51255/50 R19 107H XL (Extra Load) M+S
iModelML 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC5319" wheelsRims (light alloy)
Wheel offset8 J x 19 H2
2.36 in (60 mm)All-season tires 50255/50 R19 107H XL (Extra Load) M+S
MOExtended 54Winter tires 50,51255/50 R19 107H XL (Extra Load) M+S
i
MOExtended 5450
Radial-ply tires.
51 Not available as factory equipment.
52 ML 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC: Standard tire without run-flat characteristics. Equipping the vehicle with TIREFIT
is strongly recommended.
53 ML 350 BlueTEC: Availabilty in Canada depending on vehicle production date.
54 Must be used in conjunction with Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (U.S. vehicles) or tire pressure
loss warning system (Canada vehicles) only.354Rims and tiresTechnical data
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