Name: Mercedes-Benz 2003 M-Class
Brand: Mercedes-Benz
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Operation

The first 1000 miles (1500 km)

Driving instructions

At the gas station

Engine compartment

Tires and wheels

Winter driving

Maintenance

Vehicle care

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