Mercedes-Benz ML320. Manual — part 559

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Raise vehicle so that the wheels are not touching the ground when operating vehicle.

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A person should be sitting in the cab who is acquainted with the vehicle controls and who can initiate
appropriate measures.

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When jacking up vehicle, make sure that the jack stands are positioned on solid ground and that they are
secure.

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The vehicle must be securely positioned on the bearing surfaces, where necessary anti-slip bases should
be placed on the surface.

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Wear closed and close-fitting work clothes.

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All items of jewelry like chains or rings must be taken off.

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Restrain long hair by wearing appropriate head cover.

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Before commencing any work on the running engine, familiarize yourself with the location of potentially
hot parts.

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When carrying out work when the engine is running do not touch any hot and rotating parts .

First aid measures for burns

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Flush the skin areas affected with plenty of cold water and cover skin with sterile burn bandages. Do not
apply the bandages tightly, but rather loosely over the affected skin area. Do not use any frayed bandages
(e.g. old dressing material). Do not rub the affected skin areas.

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Consult a physician immediately.

RISK OF INJURY. MOVING PARTS CAN PINCH, CRUSH OR, IN EXTREME CASES EVEN SEVER EXTREMITIES. -
AS00.00-Z-0009-01A

No parts of the body or limbs should be within the operating range of the mechanism when moving
components.

Risk of injury

When working on components which can be moved either by hand, by means of electric motors, or
hydraulically/pneumatically via linkage, serious injuries can occur to body parts being trapped, crushed or
severed.

Safety instructions/precautions

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Monitor hazard area.

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Secure area against unauthorized access when parts are in motion.

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Never touch the mechanism of a component while it is being actuated by electric motors via STAR
DIAGNOSIS or by direct actuation (terminal 30).

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Choose a test cable of sufficient length.

RISK OF DEATH CAUSED BY VEHICLE SLIPPING OR TOPPLING OFF OF THE LIFTING PLATFORM. - AS00.00-Z-0010-
01A

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Align vehicle between the columns of the lifting platform and position the four support plates at the
lifting platform support points specified by the vehicle manufacturer.

RISK OF ACCIDENT AND INJURY

Please make sure that:

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The vehicle is centered lengthwise and crosswise between the lifting platform columns.

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The support plates on the lifting platform support points are all positioned at the same height.

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The vehicle is first raised a few inches (wheels are still touching the ground) and the position and fit of
the support plates and lift points are checked before raising the vehicle to the full lifted position.

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The vehicle is not raised off the lifting platform plates when components are being supported.

If the arms of the lifting platform or the support plates are not positioned properly, or if components of the
vehicle are supported so that the vehicle raises off the platform, then the vehicle can slip off the platform and
cause life-threatening injuries to you or other people.

Before removing axles and assemblies from the vehicle, make sure the vehicle is secured to the platform or that
sand bags are used to balance the vehicle out.

Otherwise the vehicle could tip because of the uneven distribution of weight. This could cause life-threatening
injuries to you or other people.

RISK OF INJURY CAUSED BY FINGERS BEING JAMMED OR PINCHED WHEN REMOVING, INSTALLING OR
ALIGNING HOODS, DOORS, TRUNK LID/ REAR-END DOOR OR SLIDING ROOF. - AS00.00-Z-0011-01A

When moving components, ensure that no body parts or limbs are within the operating range of moving
parts.

Risk of injury

When working on hoods, doors, trunk lids/tailgates and sliding roofs and on their connecting mechanisms,
serious injuries can occur due to cutting, jamming or pinching of body parts like fingers and hands.

Safety instructions/precautions

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Be careful when working in hazardous areas.

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When moving components, secure the movement area of the mechanism to prevent interference.

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Use special tool or other means to ensure safe distance to dangerous areas.

NOTE:

In Germany, lift platform operators must observe the following regulations and
guidelines: "Berufsgenossenschaftvorschrift (BGV) D29 fur Hebebuhnen" and
the guidelines issued by the lift platform manufacturer. In other countries,
operators must comply with all relevant statutory and accident prevention
regulations.

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Wear protective gloves

RISK OF INJURY FROM FINGERS BEING PINCHED OR JAMMED WHEN WORKING ON GAS STRUTS UNDER
PRESSURE - AS00.00-Z-0012-01A

Remove and install gas struts only in relaxed position and on components which have been secured
properly.

Injury hazard

Risk of injury from pinching or crushing when working on gas struts under pressure.

When removing and installing gas struts not in the relaxed position injury can result to body parts from
pinching, crushing or jamming.

Rules of behavior/protective measures

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Remove and install gas struts only in relaxed position (pressure or thrust rod completely extended).

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Support components held by gas strut (tailgates, doors, trunk lids, seat frame, etc.) in position by suitable
means before removing gas struts.

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Replace damaged retaining clips or keepers.

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When moving components secure motion area of mechanism against reaching in.

RISK OF INJURY & RICK OF POISONING - AS00.00-Z-0013-01A

Depressurize the hydraulic system completely before starting any work on the system. Wear protective
clothing and eye protection.

Possible hazards

Risk of injury

When disengaging hydraulic lines without first depressurizing the system, dangerous skin or eye injuries may
occur due to the very high pressures (in excess of 200 bar). If hydraulic fluid, particularly central hydraulic fluid
(especially harmful), comes into contact with unprotected skin, this may cause damage to the skin.

Risk of poisoning

If hydraulic fluid is swallowed, this may lead to poisoning symptoms such as headache, giddiness, abdominal
pain, vomiting, diarrhea, cramps and unconsciousness.

Protective measures/guidelines

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When commencing work on hydraulic systems, these must be depressurized; the system must be drained
if necessary.

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Do not pour hydraulic fluid into beverage containers.

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Ensure sufficient ventilation, especially in the case of central hydraulic fluid.

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Ensure that only authorized persons have access to hydraulic fluid.

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Immediately seal disconnected leads and hoses, and the connections to the assemblies, with blind plugs.

Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye protection.

If protective gloves cannot be worn, the following points must be noted:

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Only expose skin to hydraulic fluid for as brief a period as possible; in the event of contact with skin,
clean skin with soap and water.

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In the event of contact with clothing, replace clothing as rapidly as possible.

First-aid measures

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Have the person affected drink plenty of water with activated charcoal additive.

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After swallowing large volumes, seek the attention of a physician.

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If hydraulic fluid gets into the eyes, immediately rinse the eyes with plenty of clean water/eye rinsing
bottle.

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In the event of injuries to the skin or eyes due to a jet of hydraulic fluid, immediately seek the attention of
a physician.

RISK OF INJURY. RUBBER MOUNTS AND BEARING PARTS CAN SUDDENLY COME LOOSE DURING
INSTALLATION/REMOVAL AND SHOOT WILDLY THROUGH THE AIR. - AS00.00-Z-0014-01A

Shield hazard area with suitable catch device (basket, grate box). Also ensure that no unauthorized
persons are present in the hazard area.

Risk of injury

When installing and removing tight transverse control arm mounts, the rubber mounts can be put under
extremely high tension. If one of the mounts is released suddenly it can shoot out of the installation bore hitting
and injuring anyone in the immediate area.

Safety precautions/instructions

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When pressing parts in and out ensure that no one is in the immediate vicinity and therefore in the hazard
area except for the person performing the work.

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Also secure the pressing point (hazard area) with a suitable catch device (basket, grate box).

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When pressing out loosen mount by tapping a number of times with a hammer. Press out in a number of
intervals relieving the pressure in between.

RISK OF EXPLOSION FROM PRESSURIZED SPRAY CANS - AS00.00-Z-0015-01A

Protect cans from direct sunlight and temperatures above 50°C

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