oil dipstick MERCEDES-BENZ ML350 1997 Complete User Guide

234
Engine compartment
Te ch n ica l
data
Instruments
and controls Operation Driving
Instrument
cluster display Practical hints
Car care Index
Automatic transmission fluid level
The transmission has a permanent fill of automatic
transmission fluid.
Regular automatic transmission fluid level checks and
changes are not required. For this reason the dipstick is
omitted.
If you notice fluid leaks or gear shifting malfunctions,
have your authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center
check the transmission fluid level.
Engine oil consumption
Engine oil consumption checks should only be made
after the break-in period. During the break-in period,
higher oil consumption may be noticed and is normal.
Frequent driving at high engine speeds results in
increased consumption. Coolant level
To check the coolant level, the vehicle must be parked
on level ground and the engine stopped.
Check coolant level only when coolant is cold.
The coolant level should reach the COLD LEVEL mark in
the reservoir.P20.30-0241-20

301
Index
Te ch n ica l
data
Instruments
and controls Operation Driving
Instrument
cluster display Practical hints Car care
Index
Brake fluid ............................................................. 175, 294
Brake warning lamp ................................................. 219
Capacity ......................................................................293
Brake pad wear indicator .............................................225
Brake warning lamp ...................................................... 219 Brake fluid low .......................................................... 219
Brakes ....................................................173, 175, 293, 294
CCapacities Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ...............................292
Cargo area ....................................................................... 131 Hooks .......................................................................... 133
Loading instructions ................................................ 136
Cargo area cover blind .................................................. 137
Cargo compartment lamp .............................................. 111
Cargo floor plates
Removable .................................................................. 129
Storage ........................................................................ 130
Cargo tie-down rings ..................................................... 132
Catalytic converter ........................................................ 160
Cellular telephone ......................................................... 139
Center console .................................................................. 20
Central locking switch .................................................... 32 Central locking system .................................................... 26
Automatic central locking .........................................32
Locking and unlocking ............................................... 27
Mechanical keys ..........................................................29
Panic button .................................................................28
Remote control ............................................................26
Unlocking the liftgate ................................................. 28
Vehicle keys .................................................................24
Changing wheels ........................................................... 245 Inflating the space-saver tire ................................. 249
Charge indicator lamp .................................................. 223
CHECK ENGINE malfunction indicator lamp ............ 218
Check regularly and before a long trip ....................... 215
Checking engine oil level Via engine oil level indicator ....................................89
Via oil dipstick .......................................................... 233
Child restraint ..............................................38, 46, 53, 65
Cleaning and care of the vehicle ................................ 278
Climate control .................................................................98 Air recirculation ........................................................102
Basic setting ...............................................................100
Defogging windows ................................................... 101
Defrosting windshield .............................................. 101
Dust filter ...................................................................102
Rear window defroster ............................................. 103
Special settings ......................................................... 101

220 OperationEngine compartmentThe display
------
flashes in the
speedometer display, if a proper oil level
check cannot be performed.

If engine is at normal operating
temperature, wait five minutes before
repeating check procedure.

If engine is not yet at normal operating
temperature, wait 30 minutes before
repeating check procedure.
See the “Practical hints” section
(
page 253) if the low engine oil level
warning lamp in the instrument cluster
flashes.Checking engine oil level with the oil
dipstick
When checking the oil level the vehicle
must


be parked on level ground


be at normal operating temperature


have been stationary for at least five
minutes with the engine turned off
To check the engine oil level with the oil
dipstick, do the following:

Open the hood (
page 217).

Pull out oil dipstick1 (
page 221).

Wipe oil dipstick1 clean.

Fully insert oil dipstick1 into the
dipstick guide tube.

Pull out oil dipstick1 again after
approximately three seconds to obtain
accurate reading.
Oil dipstickThe oil level is correct when it is between
the lower (min) and upper (max) mark of
the oil dipstick.
iPerform the engine oil level check with
the dipstick if it cannot be completed
via the speedometer display
(page 220).
In this case we recommend that you
have the system checked at a
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
iThe engine oil level can be checked by
either the oil dipstick or via the
speedometer display in the instrument
cluster (
page 219). The amount of
engine oil needed is shown more
precisely in the speedometer display.

221 Operation
Engine compartment

If necessary, add engine oil.
For adding engine oil see (
page 221).
More information on engine oil can be
found in the “Technical data” section
(
page 300) and (
page 301).
See the “Practical hints” section
(
page 253) if the low engine oil level
warning lamp in the instrument cluster
flashes.Adding engine oil
1Oil dipstick
2Filler cap

Unscrew filler cap2 from filler neck.

Add engine oil as required. Be careful
not to overfill with oil.
Be careful not to spill any oil when adding.
Avoid environmental damage caused by oil
entering the ground or water.
iThe filling quantity between the upper
and lower marks on the oil dipstick is
approximately 2.1 US qt. (2.0 l).
!Only use approved engine oils. For a
listing of approved engine oils, refer to
the Factory Approved Service Products
pamphlet in your vehicle literature port-
folio.
In addition, check the oil filler cap for
important information pertaining to the
engine oil needing to meet a specific
Mercedes-Benz specification
(e.g. MB 229.5). If such information is
printed on the oil filler cap, only use an
engine oil from the list of approved en-
gine oils in the Factory Approved Ser-
vice Products pamphlet that meets the
specification indicated on the oil filler
cap. Using engine oils of other specifi-
cation may cause the FSS to incorrect-
ly determine the next service interval
and will result in engine damage not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.


324 IndexEmergency calls
Initiating an emergency call 175
With Tele Aid* 173
Emergency operation (Limp Home
Mode) 124
Emergency operations
Closing sliding/pop-up roof* 265
Locking the vehicle 262
Opening sliding/pop-up roof* 265
Remote door unlock 179
Unlocking the vehicle 261
Emergency tensioning device see
ETD 67, 312
Emission control 212
Emission control label 292
Engine
Starting 46
Technical data 294
Turning off 54
Engine cleaning 236Engine compartment
Fuse box in 287
Hood 217
Engine malfunction indicator lamp 25,
248
Engine number 311
Engine oil 218, 302
Adding 221
Additives 302
Checking level 218
Consumption 218
Messages in display 219
Oil dipstick 221
Viscosity 312
Enlarged cargo area 99
Error
Display messages 256ESP 25, 80, 312
LOW RANGE mode 81
Malfunction indicator lamp 245, 246,
247
Switching off 81
Switching on 82
Synchronizing 246
Warning lamp 245, 246, 247, 251
ETD 312
Safety guidelines 62
ETD (Emergency tensioning device) 67
Exterior mirrors
Folding 128
Exterior rear view mirrors 40
Adjusting 40
Folding electrically 128

331 Index
Oil
Adding 221
Consumption 218
Dipstick 218
Oil dipstick 221
Viscosity 312
One-touch gearshifting 120
Canceling gear range limit 120
Downshifting 120
Upshifting 120
Opening
Doors from the inside 90
Fuel filler flap 214
Fuel filler flap manually 263
Glove box 164
Hood 217
Liftgate 89, 91
Liftgate from inside 91
Liftgate from outside 91
Rear quarter windows 146
Side windows 145Sliding/pop-up roof* 148, 265
Sliding/pop-up roof* in an
emergency 265
Storage compartment in front of
armrest 166
Storage compartment under passenger
seat 165
Windows 145
Opening and closing
Side windows 144
Operating
Garage door opener 185
Integrated remote control 185
Radio transmitters 211
Vehicle outside the USA and
Canada 13
Operating safety 17
Operator’s Manual 10
Ornamental moldings 236
Outside temperature indicator 118
Overdue service 233
Overhead control panel 29P
Paintwork 235
Panic alarm 75
Panic button on remote control 75
Parking and locking 53
Parking brake 47, 53
Engaging 53
Releasing 47
Parking lamps
Replacing bulbs 266, 267, 269
Replacing the bulbs 269
Switching on 107
Parktronic* 153, 313
Cleaning system sensor 237
Monitoring reach 154
Sensor cover 237
Switching off 156
Switching on 156
Warning indicators 155

11
Check oil level approx. 5 min. after switching

off warm engine

Insert oil dipstick up to the stop and keep

to a residence time of at least 3 seconds.

Model 163, 210 with Engine 612
*BE18.00-P-1001-02B
Model 203, Model 209 with Engine 612

On Model 203, Model 209 after oil level

check pay attention to correct seating of the
cap, otherwise it could result in engine

damage.

Only Model 203:

Up to engine end number: 134 163 oil level

MAX. 135
mm,
MIN 110
mm.

As of engine end number: 134 164 oil level

MAX. 124,5
mm,
MIN 99,5
mm.

Measuring rod


*120589072100

12
Install trim panel of cylinder head cover

AR01.20-P-5014-02B


*BA01.20-P-1002-01A


*BA01.20-P-1003-01A

Test values for engine lubrication - general

Number

Designation
Engine

612.961
Engine

612.963

BE18.00-P-1001-02B
Dipstick marking

Color red
t
1

Color black
t
2

Color green
t
3

Color gentian blue
t
4

Numbers on handle
Number
6020760206

Round handle
Color
--

Bottle opener-shaped

handle
Color
11

Designation
Engine

612.961/962/

963/965/966,

613.961
Engine

612.967
Engine

612.990

BA01.45-P-1003-01A
Oil drain plug at oil pan
M12
Nm
---

M14
Nm
303030


Engine lubrication, oil filter

Number

Designation
Engine

612.961/962/
963/967/990,

613.960/961

BA18.20-P-1002-01G
Screw cap at oil filter
Nm
25

Crankcase ventilation, cylinder head cover

Number

Designation
Engine

612.961/

962/967
Engine

612.963
Engine

612.990

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lRemove/install
External torx setFig. 49
Torx bit setFig. 48
1Remove engine trim panel
2Remove air filter housing
(1).
3Remove resonance body (2)
4Remove the resonance tube
(3) with hot film mass air
flow sensor
At this time pull out the
hot film mass air flow
sensor plug.
Removal:
Pay attention to the
mounting projection of the
resonance tube (3)!
All except model 163 with
engine 113.942/981AR07.07-P-1454A
Model 163 with engine
113.942/981AR07.07-P-1454MV
5Unbolt dipstick guide tube
of automatic transmission
6Unbolt ignition coils (6, 7)
at cylinder head covers

AR15.12-P-2003A
*BA01.20
-P-1002-01E
7Disconnect spark plug
connectors
Pay attention to markings
for spark plug connectors
on cylinder head covers
and ignition coils

Fig. 57
8Detach the vacuum hoses at
connections (8, 9) of the
cylinder head covers
9Detach crankcase
ventilation hose at cylinder
head cover fitting (10) Only on left side.
Risk of explosion caused
by ignition of flammable
products, risk of poisoning
caused by inhaling fuel
vapors or swallowing fuel
as well as risk of injury to
skin and eyes exposed to
fuel.No fire, sparks, open
flames or smoking. Pour
fuels only into suitable
and appropriately marked
containers.
Wear protective clothing
when handling fuel.AS47.00-Z-0001-01A
10Disconnect fuel line at fuel Only in case of

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Fig. 59: Identifying Cylinder Head Cover Remove/Install Component - Shown On Engine 112.945
Remove/install
1.1Remove engine trim panel
with integrated air filter
(1) Unclip covering on front side
of engine. Remove air filter by
pulling vertically up and off the
cylinder head covers.
1.2Remove air filterModel 170.466
Model 203.065/265,
Model 211.076/276,
Models 215.374, 220.074/174,
Model 230.474AR09.10-P-1150SVK
2.1Unscrew the guide tube of
the automatic
transmission oil dipstickexcept models 170
Models 203, 209.375,
Model 208
Models 211.061/065/070,
Model 230.475
3Detach right ignition coils
(4), left ignition coils (5)
on right cylinder head
cover (2) and left cylinder
head cover (3)Except engines
112.911/914/915/917/954,
Engine 113.969AR15.12-P-2003A
*BA01.20-P-1002-01E
4Disconnect spark plug
connectors Installation: Observe
marking for spark plug
connectors on the cylinder head
covers and ignition coils.

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Fig. 106: Identifying Oil Pan Remove/Install Components - Shown On Engine 112
Remove/install
External torx setFig. 49
1Remove oil pan bottom
section (1)Model 163.154/157/172.AR01.45-P-7555V
Model 163.174/175.AR01.45-P-7555VE
*BA01.45-P-1002-01B
2Disconnect electrical line
at oil sensor (oil level,
temperature and quality)
(B40) Remove cable strap at oil
pipe.
3Remove oil pipe (2) from
dipstick Installation: Replace the
sealing ring!AR18.40-P-3510BV
*BA01.20-P-1001-01E
4Remove oil pan top
section(3)Take out oil pan to the front in
direction of travel for this step;
rotate crankshaft slightly, if
necessary.
Installation: Observe
different bolt length and bolt
diameter: ?
Screw diagram of oil panAR01.45-P-7500-06F
Notes on application of
sealant to oil panEngine 112AH01.45-P-0001-01C

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