Operation
Driving instructions
11
ț
Shift automatic transmission to
position 1 (୴ page 193).
i The hill start assist system supports you
when driving uphill.
Vehicles with air 1
suspension
2
package*
Drive slowly.
For more information, see “Hill start assist sys-
tem” (୴ page 192).
ț
ț
Raised level
Highway
34°
29°
22°
31°
27°
Avoid excessive engine speeds – drive
with moderate engine speeds
(max. 3000 rpm).
29°
Traction in steep terrain
1
Vehicles with AMG Sport-Package*
The maximum vehicle climbing ability is a
ț
Utilize the engine’s braking power
when descending a slope, observe the
engine speed (do not overrev the en-
gine). Apply the service brake as need-
ed.
100%
grade which is equivalent to a slope
angle of 45 degrees. Keep in mind that the
climbing ability of the vehicle depends on
terrain conditions.
ML 63 AMG
1
2
Raised level
Highway
28°
23°
29°
24°
Be easy on the accelerator and watch for
continuous wheel traction when driving in
steep terrain.
i For maximum engine speed, see “Instru-
ment cluster” (୴ page 26) and see “Engine”
(୴ page 534).
ț
Comply with the warnings
(
୴ page 333) and rules for off-road
driving (୴ page 335).
i The 4-ETS helps greatly when starting out on
a steep incline when the front wheels have then
the tendency to slip due to the weight shifting
towards the rear axle.
The 4-ETS recognizes the situation and limits the
torque for the front wheels by braking them.
Simultaneously the torque for the rear wheels is
increased.
ț
Check the brakes after a lengthy down-
grade drive.
ț
Driving on embankments, slopes and
other steep inclines should only be
done straight up or downhill, i.e. in the
line of gravity. Maximum vehicle climb-
ing ability is a 100% grade which is
equivalent to a slope angle of
Warning!
G
To help avoid the vehicle rolling over, never
turn it around on steep inclines. If the vehi-
cle cannot complete the attempted climb,
back it down in reverse gear.
45
degrees. Keep in mind that the
climbing ability of the vehicle depends
on terrain conditions.
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| 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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