Mercedes-Benz ML320. Manual — part 47

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Introduction

Where to find it

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Where to find it

This Operator’s Manual is designed to pro-
vide comprehensive support information
for you, the vehicle operator. Each section
has its own reference color so you can find
information quickly.

At a glance

Here you will find an overview of all the
controls that can be operated from the
driver’s seat.

Getting started

Here you will find all the information you
need for your first drive. You should read
this section first if this is your first
Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you are rent-
ing or borrowing this vehicle.

Safety and Security

Here you will find descriptions of the safety
features of your vehicle.

Controls in detail

Here you will find detailed information
about the equipment installed on your ve-
hicle. This section expands on the “Getting
started” section and also describes techni-
cal innovations. If you are already familiar
with the basic functions of your vehicle,
this section will be of particular interest to
you.

Operation

Here you will find all the information you
need for the proper operation of your vehi-
cle.

Practical hints

This section provides fast assistance for
dealing with problems you may encounter.

Technical data

All important technical data for your vehi-
cle can be found in this section.

Indexes

The glossary provides explanations of the
most important technical terms.

The table of contents and the index are de-
signed to help you find information quickly
and easily.

The following publications are part of your
vehicle documentation:

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this Operator’s Manual

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the Service Booklet

Separate operating instructions will be
provided as required depending on the
equipment options installed in your vehi-
cle.

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Introduction

Symbols

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Symbols

The following symbols are found in this
Operator’s Manual:

*

Optional equipment is identified
with an asterisk. Since standard
equipment varies between models,
the descriptions and illustrations in
this manual may differ slightly from
the actual equipment of your vehi-
cle.

왘

This symbol points to instructions for
you to follow.

왘

A number of these symbols appearing
in succession indicates a multiple-step
procedure.

컄

Page

This symbol tells you where to
look for further information on a
topic.

컄컄

This continuation symbol marks
an interrupted procedure which
will be continued on the next
page.

->

In the glossary of technical
terms, this symbol is used to in-
dicate cross-references to term
definitions.

Display

Words appearing in the multi-
function display are printed in
the type shown here.

Warning!

G

Warning notices draw your attention to haz-
ards that may endanger your health or life,
or the health or life of others.

!

Highlights hazards that may result in
damage to your vehicle.

i

Helpful hints or further information you
may find useful.

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Introduction

Operating safety

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Operating safety

Proper use of the vehicle

Proper use of the vehicle requires that you
are familiar with the following information
and rules:

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the safety precautions in this manual

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the “Technical data” section in this
manual

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traffic rules and regulations

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motor vehicle laws and safety stan-
dards

Warning!

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Work improperly carried out on electronic
components and associated software could
cause them to cease functioning. Because
the vehicle’s electronic components are in-
terconnected, any modifications made may
produce an undesired effect on other sys-
tems. Electronic malfunctions could
seriously impair the operating safety of your
vehicle.

See your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light
Truck Center for repairs or modifications to
electronic components.

Other improper work or modifications on the
vehicle could also have a negative impact on
the operating safety of the vehicle.

Some safety systems only function while the
engine is running. You should therefore nev-
er turn off the engine while driving.

Warning!

G

Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody
or tires/wheels, for example when running
over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole,
may cause serious damage and impair the
operating safety of your vehicle. If you feel a
sudden significant vibration or ride distur-
bance, or you suspect that damage to your
vehicle has occurred, you should turn on
your hazard warning flashers, carefully slow
down, and drive with caution to an area
which is a safe distance from the road.

Inspect the vehicle underbody and
tires/wheels for possible damage. If the ve-
hicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the
nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Light
Truck Center or other qualified maintenance
or repair facility for further inspection or re-
pairs.

Warning!

G

Various warning labels are attached to your
vehicle. These warning labels are intended
to make you and others aware of various
risks. You should not remove any of these
warning labels unless explicitly instructed to
do so by information on the label itself. Re-
moval of any of these labels may cause you
and others to be unaware of certain risks
which may result in an accident and/or per-
sonal injury.

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Problems with your vehicle

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Problems with your vehicle

If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to
immediately contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If
the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center management,
or if necessary contact us at one of the following addresses:

In the USA:

Customer Assistance Center
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada:

Customer Relations Department
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
849 Eglinton Avenue East
Toronto, Ontario, M4G 2L5