Mercedes-Benz ML320. Manual — part 96

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Operation

Driving instructions

Passenger compartment

Driving abroad

Abroad, there is an extensive
Mercedes-Benz service network at your
disposal. If you plan to drive into areas
which are not listed in the index of your
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center directo-
ry, you should request pertinent informa-
tion from your authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center.

Control and operation of radio trans-
mitters

MCS, radio and telephone*

Warning!

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Always fasten items being carried as secure-
ly as possible.

In an accident, during hard braking or sud-
den maneuvers, loose items will be thrown
around inside the vehicle, and cause injury
to vehicle occupants unless the items are
securely fastened in the vehicle.

The rear cargo compartment is the preferred
place to carry objects. Always use the parti-
tion net when transporting cargo. Partition
net cannot secure hard or heavy objects. Al-
ways fasten items being carried as securely
as possible using the cargo tie-down rings in
the cargo floor area and fastening materials.

Warning!

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Do not forget that your primary responsibili-
ty is to drive the vehicle. Only operate the
MCS, radio or telephone

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if road, weather

and traffic conditions permit.

Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is
covering a distance of approximately
44 feet (approximately 13.5 m) every
second.

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Observe all legal requirements.

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Operation

Driving instructions

Telephones and two-way radios

Radio transmitters, such as a portable tele-
phone or a citizens band unit should only
be used inside the vehicle if they are con-
nected to an antenna that is installed on
the outside of the vehicle.

Refer to the radio transmitter operation in-
structions regarding use of an external an-
tenna.

Catalytic converter

Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with
monolithic-type catalytic converters, an
important element in conjunction with the
oxygen sensors to achieve substantial con-
trol of the pollutants in the exhaust emis-
sions. Keep your vehicle in proper
operating condition by following our rec-
ommended maintenance instructions as
outlined in your Service Booklet.

Emission control

Certain engine systems serve to keep the
toxic components of the exhaust gases
within permissible legal limits.

These systems, of course, will function
properly only when maintained strictly ac-
cording to factory specifications. Any ad-
justments on the engine should, therefore,
be carried out only by qualified
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center autho-
rized technicians. Engine adjustments
should not be altered in any way. More-
over, the specified service jobs must be

Warning!

G

Never operate radio transmitters equipped
with a built-in or attached antenna (i.e. with-
out being connected to an external antenna)
from inside the vehicle while the engine is
running. Doing so could lead to a malfunc-
tion of the vehicle’s electronic system, pos-
sibly resulting in an accident and/or
personal injury.

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To prevent damage to the catalytic con-
verters, use only premium unleaded
gasoline in this vehicle.

Any noticeable irregularities in engine
operation should be repaired promptly.
Otherwise, excessive unburned fuel
may reach the catalytic converter,
causing it to overheat and start a fire.

Warning!

G

As with any vehicle, do not idle, park or op-
erate this vehicle in areas where combusti-
ble materials such as grass, hay or leaves
can come into contact with the hot exhaust
system, as these materials could be ignited
and cause a vehicle fire.

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Operation

Driving instructions

carried out regularly according to
Mercedes-Benz servicing requirements.
For details refer to the Service Booklet.

Coolant temperature

During severe operating conditions and
stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-
perature may rise to approx. 248°F
(120°C).

The engine should not be operated with
the coolant temperature in the red zone.
Doing so may cause serious engine dam-
age which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Warning!

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Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to
your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon
monoxide, and inhaling it can cause uncon-
sciousness and lead to death.

Do not run the engine in confined areas
(such as a garage) which are not properly
ventilated. If you think that exhaust gas
fumes are entering the vehicle while driving,
have the cause determined and corrected
immediately. If you must drive under these
conditions, drive only with at least one win-
dow fully open at all times.

Warning!

G

앫

Driving when your engine is badly over-
heated can cause some fluids which
may have leaked into the engine com-
partment to catch fire. You could be se-
riously burned.

앫

Steam from an overheated engine can
cause serious burns and can occur just
by opening the engine hood. Stay away
from the engine if you see or hear steam
coming from it.

Turn off the engine, get out of the vehicle
and do not stand near the vehicle until the
engine has cooled down.

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Operation

At the gas station

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At the gas station

Refueling

The fuel filler flap is located on the
left-hand side of the vehicle towards the
rear. Locking /unlocking the vehicle with
the remote control automatically
locks/unlocks the fuel filler flap.

1 Fuel filler flap
2 Fuel cap

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Remove the key from the steering lock.

왘

Open the fuel filler flap 1 by pulling in
direction of the arrow.

왘

Turn the fuel cap 2 to the left and hold
on to it until possible pressure is re-
leased.

왘

Take off the cap.

왘

Only fill your tank until the filler nozzle
unit cuts out – do not top up or overfill.

Warning!

G

Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous.
It burns violently and can cause serious inju-
ry. Whenever you are around gasoline, avoid
inhaling fumes and skin contact, extinguish
all smoking materials. Never allow sparks,
flame or smoking materials near gasoline!

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The fuel filler cap is tethered to the fuel
filler neck. Do not drop the cap. It could
damage the vehicle paint finish.

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To prevent damaging the lens of the
plastic tail lamp, make certain that no
gasoline comes into contact with it.

Warning!

G

Overfilling of the fuel tank may create pres-
sure in the system which could cause a gas
discharge. This could cause the gas to spray
back out when removing the fuel pump noz-
zle, which could cause personal injury.