Name: Mercedes-Benz 2003 M-Class
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
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Table of Contents3
Introduction9
Product Information9
Operator's Manual10
- Service and Warranty Information10
- Important Notice for California Retail Buyers and Lessees of Mercedes-Benz Automobiles11
- Maintenance12
- Roadside Assistance12
- Change of Address or Ownership12
- Operating Your Vehicle Outside the USA or Canada13
Where to Find It15
Symbols16
Operating Safety17
- Proper Use of the Vehicle17
Problems with Your Vehicle18
Reporting Safety Defects19
At a Glance21
Cockpit22
Instrument Cluster24
Center Console27
- Upper Part27
- Lower Part28
Overhead Control Panel29
Getting Started31
Unlocking32
- Remote Control with Folding Key32
Adjusting34
- Seats34
- Steering Wheel37
- Mirrors38
Driving40
- Fastening the Seat Belts40
- Starting the Engine44
- Switching on Headlamps46
- Turn Signals47
- Windshield Wipers47
- Rear Window Wiper48
- Problems While Driving49
Parking and Locking50
- Parking Brake50
- Switching off Headlamps51
- Turning off Engine51
Safety and Security53
Occupant Safety54
- Airbags55
- Seat Belts60
- Children in the Vehicle63
- Blocking of Rear Door Window Operation69
Panic Alarm70
- Activating70
- Deactivating70
Driving and Safety Systems71
- Abs71
- Bas73
- 4-Ets73
- Ebp74
- Esp75
Anti-Theft Systems78
- Immobilizer78
- Anti-Theft Alarm78
- Tow-Away Alarm, Glass Breakage Sensor79
Controls in Detail83
- Locking and Unlocking84
- Remote Control with Folding Key84
- Opening the Doors from the Inside86
- Opening the Liftgate87
- Closing the Liftgate88
- Automatic Central Locking89
Locking and Unlocking from the Inside90
Seats91
- Seat Heater91
- Removing and Installing Head Restraints92
- Rear Seats93
- Third Row Seats96
Memory Function99
- Storing Positions in Memory100
- Recalling Positions from Memory100
- Exterior Rear View Mirror Parking Position (Passenger Side)100
Lighting102
- Combination Switch102
- Fog Lamps105
- Hazard Warning Flasher106
- Interior Lighting107
Instrument Cluster110
- Instrument Cluster Illumination110
- Coolant Temperature Gauge111
- Display in the Speedometer111
- Resetting Trip Odometer112
- Tachometer112
- Outside Temperature Indicator112
- Setting the Clock112
Automatic Transmission113
- One-Touch Gearshifting113
- Gear Ranges114
- Gear Selector Lever Position115
- Accelerator Position117
- Towing a Trailer117
- Emergency Operation (Limp Home Mode)117
Transmission Control - LOW RANGE Mode118
- Switching on LOW RANGE Mode118
- Switching off LOW RANGE Mode118
Good Visibility119
- Rear View Mirror119
- Headlamp Cleaning System121
- Windshield Wipers122
- Rear Window Wiper123
- Sun Visor123
Automatic Climate Control124
- Automatic Climate Control125
- Automatic Mode126
- Adjusting Air Volume and Air Distribution Manually127
- Air Recirculation Mode128
- Defrosting128
- Air Conditioning129
- Residual Heat and Ventilation130
- Rear Passenger Compartment Ventilation and Rear Automatic Climate Control131
- Rear Window Defroster131
- Front and Rear Air Outlets132
Power Windows134
- Opening and Closing the Side Windows134
- Rear Quarter Windows136
Sliding/Pop-Up Roof137
- Opening and Closing the Sliding/Pop-Up Roof137
Loading139
- Loading Instructions139
- Partition Net141
- Cargo Area Cover Blind143
- Cargo Floor Plates144
- Roof Rack145
Driving Systems146
- Cruise Control146
- Parktronic System* (Parking Assist)149
Useful Features152
- Interior Storage Spaces152
- Cup Holders154
- Armrest in Rear Seat Bench155
- Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter156
- Electrical Outlet158
- Telephone158
- Tele Aid159
  - Roadside Assistance Button163
  - Information Button165
- Garage Door Opener168
- Trip Computer172
Operation177
The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)178
Driving Instructions179
- Drive Sensibly - Save Fuel179
- Drinking and Driving179
- Pedals179
- Power Assistance179
- Brakes180
- Driving off181
- Parking182
- Tires182
- Hydroplaning183
- Tire Traction183
- Tire Speed Rating184
- Winter Driving Instructions184
- Standing Water185
- Off-Road Driving186
- Trailer Towing192
- Passenger Compartment196
- Driving Abroad197
- Control and Operation of Radio Transmitters197
- Catalytic Converter198
- Emission Control198
- Coolant Temperature199
At the Gas Station200
- Before a Long Trip201
Engine Compartment202
- Hood202
- Engine Oil203
- Transmission Fluid Level206
- Coolant206
- Battery207
- Windshield Washer System and Headlamp Cleaning System208
Tires and Wheels209
- Important Guidelines209
- Life of Tire210
- Direction of Rotation210
- Checking Tire Inflation Pressure211
- Rotating Wheels212
Winter Driving213
- Winter Tires213
- Block Heater (Canada Only)214
- Snow Chains214
Maintenance215
- Clearing the Service Indicator215
- Service Term Exceeded215
- Calling up the Service Indicator216
- Resetting the Service Indicator216
Vehicle Care217
- Cleaning and Care of the Vehicle217
Practical Hints223
What to Do if224
- Lamps in Instrument Cluster224
- Additional Indicators in the Speedometer Display235
Where will I Find236
- First Aid Kit236
- Vehicle Tool Kit237
- Electric Air Pump (ML 55 AMG)238
- Spare Wheel (Space-Saver Tire)239
Unlocking/Locking in an Emergency242
- Unlocking the Vehicle242
- Locking the Vehicle243
- Changing Batteries243
- Fuel Filler Flap244
- Manually Unlocking the Transmission Selector Lever245
Opening/Closing in an Emergency246
- Sliding/Pop-Up Roof246
Replacing Bulbs247
- Bulbs247
- Replacing Bulbs for Front Lamps249
- Replacing Bulbs for Rear Lamps251
- Adjusting Headlamp Aim253
Replacing Wiper Blades254
- Removal254
- Installation254
Flat Tire255
- Mounting the Spare Wheel255
Battery261
- Disconnecting the Battery261
- Removing the Batteries262
- Charging and Reinstalling Batteries262
- Reconnecting the Batteries262
Jump Starting264
Towing the Vehicle267
- Front Towing Eye269
- Rear Towing Eye269
- Stranded Vehicle270
Fuses271
- Fuse Box in Engine Compartment271
- Auxiliary Fuse Box in Front Passenger Footwell272
Technical Data273
Spare Parts Service274
Warranty Coverage275
- Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet275
Identification Labels276
Layout of Poly-V-Belt Drive277
Engine278
Rims and Tires279
- Rims and Winter Tires280
- Spare Wheel280
Electrical System281
Main Dimensions282
Weights283
Fuels, Coolants, Lubricants Etc284
- Capacities284
- Engine Oils286
- Engine Oil Additives286
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant286
- Brake Fluid286
- Premium Unleaded Gasoline286
- Fuel Requirements287
- Gasoline Additives287
- Coolants287
- Anticorrosion/Antifreeze288
- Windshield and Headlamp Washer System290
- Windshield and Headlamp Washer Fluid Mixing Ratio290
Consumer Information291
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading291
- Temperature292
Technical Terms293
Index299
Ventilation and Rear Automatic Climate Control312

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Brand	Mercedes-Benz
Model	2003 M-Class
Category	Automobile
Language	English