MERCEDES-BENZ ML SUV 2008 Owners Manual

Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
348 Notes on the technical data
i The technical data was determined in
accordance with EU directives. All data
applies to the vehicle's standard equip-
ment. The data may therefore differ for
vehicles with optional equipment. You can
obtain further information from a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts and con-
version parts and accessories which have
been specifically approved for your vehicle for
their reliability, safety and suitability. Despite
ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is
unable to evaluate other parts. Mercedes-
Benz therefore accepts no responsibility for
the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehi-
cles, even if they have been independently or
officially approved.
In Germany and some other countries, certain
parts are only officially approved for installa-
tion or modification if they comply with legal
requirements. All genuine Mercedes-Benz
parts meet this requirement. The use of non-
approved parts may invalidate the vehicle's
general operating permit. This is the case if:
R they cause a change of the vehicle type
from that for which the vehicle's general
operating permit was granted
R other road users could be endangered
R the emission or noise levels are adversely
affected
The use of non-approved parts could affect
your vehicle's operating safety. Mercedes-
Benz therefore recommends genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and conversion parts
and accessories that have been approved for
your vehicle. H
Environmental note
Daimler also supplies reconditioned
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. These parts have the
same warranty as new parts.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and approved
conversion parts and accessories are availa-
ble from Mercedes-Benz Service Centres.
There, you can also receive advice about tech-
nical modifications and have the parts pro-
fessionally fitted.
Always quote the vehicle identification num-
ber and the engine number when ordering
genuine parts. You will find these numbers on
the vehicle data card in the Service Booklet
or on your vehicle's identification plates
(Y page 350). Technical data
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Vehicle electronics
349Vehicle electronics
Tampering with the engine electron-
ics
G
Risk of accident
Only have work on the engine electronics
and related components carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop which has the
necessary specialist knowledge and tools
to carry out the work required. Mercedes-
Benz recommends that you use a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur-
pose. In particular, work relevant to safety
or on safety-related systems must be car-
ried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
The vehicle's roadworthiness could other-
wise be affected.
! Only have work done on the engine elec-
tronics and its associated parts, such as
control units, sensors and connector leads,
carried out at a qualified specialist work-
shop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre. Otherwise, vehicle components
may wear more quickly and your vehicle's
warranty and operating permit may be inva-
lidated. Retrofitting electrical and electronic
equipment
Electrical and electronic equipment can jeop-
ardise the operating safety of your vehicle. If
equipment of this kind is retrofitted, it must
be type-approved and bear the emark. The
e mark may be obtained from the equipment
manufacturer or an authorised testing centre.
! Damage or consequential damage arising
from fitting equipment not approved
by Mercedes-Benz is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz warranty.
If you wish to install two-way radios in the
vehicle, you must obtain formal approval.
Mercedes-Benz approves the installation of
two-way radios if such equipment is installed
professionally and a low-reflection exterior
aerial is used.
The transmission output of the two-way radio
must not exceed the maximum transmission
outputs listed. G
Risk of accident
Two-way radios may interfere with the vehi-
cle electronics and thereby jeopardise the
operational safety of the vehicle and your
own safety if: R
they do not have an exterior aerial
R the exterior aerial is not a low-reflection
aerial
R the exterior aerial has been fitted incor-
rectly G
Risk of injury
Excessive electromagnetic radiation may
also cause damage to your health and the
health of others. Using an exterior aerial
takes into account current scientific dis-
cussions relating to the possible health haz-
ards that may result from electromagnetic
fields.
For this reason, only have the exterior aerial
fitted at a qualified specialist workshop
which has the necessary specialist knowl-
edge and tools to carry out the work
required. Mercedes-Benz recommends
that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre for this purpose. In particular, work
relevant to safety or on safety-related sys-
tems must be carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop.
i Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of
an approved exterior aerial. This ensures
optimal reception quality for mobile tele- Technical data
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Vehicle identification plates
350phones/wireless devices in the vehicle.
This also ensures that interference
between these devices and the vehicle's
electronics is kept to a minimum. If instal-
led, the exterior aerial conducts the elec-
tromagnetic fields transmitted by a mobile
phone to the exterior of the vehicle. Frequency range Maximum trans-
mission output
(watts)
Short wave
(< 50 MHz) 100
4 m waveband 20
2 m waveband 50
70 cm waveband 35
25 cm waveband 10
!
If electrical or electronic equipment
which does not comply with the above
installation conditions is operated inside
the vehicle, the vehicle&#39;s operating permit
may be invalidated (EU Directive
95/54/EC) - Automotive EMC directive) Vehicle identification plates
Vehicle identification plate with vehi-
cle identification number (VIN) and
paint code number
The vehicle identification plate is located at
the bottom of the door frame on the front-
passenger side. 1
Vehicle identification plate
X Open the driver&#39;s door.
You will see vehicle identification plate
1. Vehicle identification plate (example)
1
Vehicle identification plate
2 Vehicle manufacturer
3 EU type approval number
4 Vehicle identification number (VIN)
5 Maximum permissible gross vehicle
weight
6 Maximum permissible towing weight
7 Maximum permissible front axle load
8 Maximum permissible rear axle load
9 Paint code number Technical data
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Vehicle identification plates
351Vehicle identification number (VIN)
In addition to the information on the vehicle
identification plate, the vehicle identification
number (VIN) is also stamped onto the cross
member under the second row of seats. 1
Seat
2 Carpet X
Fold seat 1forwards.
X Lift up carpet 2.
You will see the vehicle identification num-
ber (VIN). Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the engine
block (crankcase). More information can be
obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre. Technical data
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Engine
352 Engine
ML 350 ML 500 ML 63 AMG
Rated output 200 kW (272 bhp) 285 kW (388 bhp) 375 kW (510 bhp)
At engine speed 6,000 rpm 6,000 rpm 6,800 rpm
Rated torque 350 Nm 530 Nm 630 Nm
At engine speed 2,400 – 5,000 rpm 2,800 – 4,800 rpm 5,200 rpm
Number of cylinders 6 8 8
Displacement
3,498 cm
3 5,461 cm
3 6,208 cm
3 Maximum engine speed 6,500 rpm 6,500 rpm 7,200 rpm
ML 280 CDI ML 320 CDI ML 420 CDI
Rated output 140 kW (190 bhp) 165 kW (224 bhp) 225 kW (306 bhp)
At engine speed 4,000 rpm 3,800 rpm 3,600 rpm
Rated torque 440 Nm 510 Nm 700 Nm
At engine speed 1,400 – 2,800 rpm 1,600 – 2,800 rpm 2,000 – 2,600 rpm
Number of cylinders 6 6 8
Displacement
2,987 cm
3 2,987 cm
3 3,996 cm
3 Maximum engine speed 4,500 rpm 4,500 rpm 4,600 rpmTechnical data
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Performance
353Performance
Speeds
ML 350 ML 500 ML 63 AMG ML 280 CDI ML 320 CDI ML 420 CDI
Maximum
speed 225 km/h 250 km/h 250 km/h 205 km/h 215 km/h 235 km/h
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h
ML 350 ML 500 ML 63 AMG ML 280 CDI ML 320 CDI ML 420 CDI
7-speed auto-
matic transmis-
sion 8.4 seconds 5.8 seconds 5.0 seconds 9.8 seconds 8.6 seconds 6.5 secondsTechnical data
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Tyres and wheels
354 Tyres and wheels
Points to remember
! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec-
ommends that you only use tyres which
have been approved specifically for your
vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. These tyres are
specially adapted for use with the control
systems, such as ABS or ESP ®
, and are
marked as follows:
R MO = Mercedes-Benz Original
R MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Exten-
ded* (with run-flat characteristics)
If you use other tyres, Mercedes-Benz can-
not accept any responsibility for damage
which may occur. Information about tyres
can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
i Vehicles with MOExtended run-flat sys-
tem are not equipped with the TIREFIT
kit* 38
.
It is therefore recommended that you addi-
tionally equip your vehicle with the TIREFIT
kit* when fitting tyres that do not feature
run-flat properties, e.g. winter tyres. i
A TIREFIT kit* is available from any quali-
fied specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-
Benz Service Centre.
! If you fit tyres other than those tested and
recommended by Mercedes-Benz, charac-
teristics such as handling, noise levels and
fuel consumption, etc. could be adversely
affected. In addition, when driving with a
load, dimensional variations and different
tyre deformation characteristics could
cause the tyres to come into contact with
the bodywork and axle components. This
could result in damage to the tyres or the
vehicle.
i Further information about tyres and
wheels can be obtained from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
You will find a table of tyre pressures on the
inside of your vehicle&#39;s fuel filler flap. You
will find further information about tyre pres-
sures in the &#34;Operation&#34; section
(Y page 226).
38 Only for certain countries. Technical data
* optional
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Tyres and wheels
355Tyres
ML 280 CDI ML 350
ML 320 CDI ML 420 CDI
17&#34; Both
axles
All-weather tyres
39 235/6
5 R17 104 H M+S 235/65 R17 104 V M+S –
Winter tyres
40 235/65 R17 104 H M+S
. 235/65 R17 104 H M+S
. –
Light-alloy wheels 7.5J x 17 H2 ET 56 7.5J x 17 H2 ET 56 –
18&#34; Both
axles
All-weather tyres
39 255/55 R18 105 V M+S 255/55 R18 105 V M+S 255/55 R18 105 V M+S
All-terrain tyres
41 255/55 R18 105 H M+S 255/55 R18 105 H M+S 255/55 R18 105 H M+S
Winter tyres
40 255/55 R18 105 H M+S
. 255/55 R18 105 H M+S
. 255/55 R18 105 H M+S
. Light-alloy wheels 8J x 18 H2 ET 60 8J x 18 H2 ET 60 8J x 18 H2 ET 60
ML 350
ML 280 CDI
ML 320 CDI ML 420 CDI
ML 500
19&#34; Both axles Summer tyres 255/50 R19 103 W 255/50 R19 103 W
Summer tyres
42 255/50 R19 103 W MOExtended 255/50 R19 103 W MOExtended
All-terrain tyres
43 255/50 R19 103 H M+S 255/50 R19 103 H M+S
39
All-weather tyres with M+S approval. Only certain tyre brands are approved. Ask your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for information.
40 Winter tyres with the symbol .next to the retrofitting label. Only certain tyre brands are approved. Ask your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for information.
41 All-terrain tyres for retrofitting. Only certain tyre brands are approved. Ask your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for information. Technical data
* optional
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Tyres and wheels
356 ML 350
ML 280 CDI
ML 320 CDI ML 420 CDI
ML 500
Winter tyres
44 255/50 R19 103 H M+S
. 255/50 R19 103 H M+S
. Winter tyres
42
,44 255/50 R19 107H XL M+S
.MOExt. 255/50 R19 107H XL M+S
.MOExt. Light-alloy wheels 8J x 19 H2 ET 60 8J x 19 H2 ET 60
20&#34; Both axles
Summer tyres
45 265/45 R20 104 Y 265/45 R20 104 Y
Light-alloy wheels 8.5J x 20 H2 ET 55 8.5J x 20 H2 ET 55
42
Tyres with run-flat characteristics and only in combination with the tyre pressure loss warning system or tyre pressure monitor*.
43 All-terrain tyres for retrofitting. Only certain tyre brands are approved. Ask your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for information.
44 Winter tyres with the symbol .next to the retrofitting label. Only certain tyre brands are approved. Ask your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for information.
45 Snow chains not permitted. Technical data
* optional
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Tyres and wheels
357ML 63 AMG
19&#34; Both axles
Winter tyres
46 285/45 R19 107 H M+S
. Light-alloy wheels 9.5J x 19 H2 ET 46
20&#34; Both axles
Summer tyres
47 295/4
0 ZR20 106 Y Light-alloy wheels 10J
x 20 H2 ET 46 21&#34; Both axles
Summer tyres
47 295/35 ZR21 107 Y XL
Light-alloy wheels 10J x 21 H2 ET 46
Vehicles with AMG equipment*
All models except the ML 63 AMG
19&#34; Both axles
Summer tyres
47 255/50 R19 103 W
Light-alloy wheels 8.5J x 19 H2 ET 58
46
Winter tyres with the symbol .next to the retrofitting label. Only certain tyre brands are approved. Ask your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for information.
47 Snow chains not permitted. Technical data
* optional
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