Downhill gradients
On long and steep gradients, you must
reduce the load on the brakes by shifting
early to a lower gear. This allows you to take
advantage of the engine braking effect and
helps avoid overheating and excessive
wear of the brakes.
When you take advantage of the engine braking effect, a drive wheel may not turn for some time, e.g. on a slippery road surface. This could cause damage to the drive train. This type of damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty.
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The M-Class also protects its occupants after a crash
As part of the POST-SAFE® functions, the new M-Class can activate a variety
of systems which can contribute towards avoiding post-accident risks. After a
more serious crash, the hazard warning lig ...
Unlocking and opening doors fromthe inside
You can open a door from inside the vehicle
even if it has been locked. You can only open
the rear doors from inside the vehicle if they
are not secured by the child-proof locks.
Only open the d ...
Load index
Tire data is vehicle-specific
and may
deviate from the data in the example.
In addition to the load bearing index, load
index 1 may be imprinted after the letters
that identify speed ratin ...
