Operation
The first 1000 miles (1500 km)
In the “Operation” section you will find
detailed information on operating, main-
taining and caring for your vehicle.
The more cautiously you treat your vehicle
during the break-in period, the more satis-
fied you will be with its performance later
on.
After 1000 miles (1500 km) you may
gradually increase vehicle and engine
speeds to the permissible maximum.
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Additional instructions for ML 63 AMG:
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Drive your vehicle during the first
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During the first 1000 miles (1500 km), do
not exceed a speed of 85 mph (140 km/h).
1000
miles (1500 km) at varying but
moderate vehicle and engine speeds.
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During this period, avoid engine speeds
above 4500 rpm in each gear.
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During this period, avoid heavy loads
(full throttle driving) and excessive
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Shift gears at the correct time.
engine speeds (no more than /3 of
2
maximum rpm in each gear).
Select C as the preferred shift program
(୴ page 195) for the first 1000 miles
(1500
km).
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Shift gears in a timely manner.
All of the above instructions, as may apply
to your vehicle type, also apply when driv-
ing the first 1000 miles (1500 km) after
the engine, the transfer case, the front dif-
ferential or the rear differential has been
replaced.
Avoid accelerating by kick-down.
Do not attempt to slow the vehicle
down by shifting to a lower gear using
the gear selector lever.
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Select gear ranges 3, 2 or 1
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moderate speeds (for hill driving).
୴ page 193) only when driving at
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Product Specification
Categories | Mercedes-Benz M-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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Tags | Mercedes-Benz ML320 CDI, Mercedes-Benz ML350, Mercedes-Benz ML500, Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG, Mercedes-Benz W164 |
Model Year | 2007 |
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