Operation
Driving instructions
Off-road driving rules
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In sandy soil, drive at a steady speed as al-
lowed by conditions. This helps overcome
the vehicle rolling resistance and reduces
the likelihood of the vehicle sinking into the
ground.
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Observe the following during off-road
driving:
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Engage the off-road driving program
(
୴ page 253) before driving under
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Keep doors, tailgate, windows, and
tilt/sliding sunroof closed whenever driving
off-road.
off-road conditions.
Vehicles with air suspension program*:
Make sure you select a vehicle level
Do not initiate jumps with the vehicle. It
interrupts the forward momentum of the
vehicle.
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Adjust vehicle speed to condition of terrain.
The more uneven, rutty and steeper the ter-
rain, the lower the speed should be. Drive
through water slowly at an even speed,
avoiding a bow wave.
(
୴ page 255) appropriate to the topo-
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Always drive onto slopes with the engine
running and the vehicle in gear.
graphical conditions. Always make
sure the vehicle has enough ground
clearance.
Do not shift automatic transmission to
position N.
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Be especially careful when driving in un-
known territory. It may be necessary to get
out of the vehicle and scout the path you in-
tend to take.
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Fasten items being carried as securely
as possible (୴ page 266).
Warning!
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Always navigate gradients with the en-
gine on and with the transmission en-
gaged in a gear. Switch on the DSR
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Watch out for obstacles, such as rocks,
holes, tree stumps and ruts.
Do not reduce the tire inflation pressure
before driving through sand. However, if you
do so, remember to correct the tire inflation
pressure (୴ page 359) before continuing
your trip. Driving with reduced tire inflation
pressure increases the risk of losing control
of the vehicle and rolling over.
Before driving through water, determine its
depth.
(
୴ page 250) to help maintain a preset
speed.
Do not stop vehicle while immersed in water,
and do not shut off the engine.
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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 ML550, Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG, Mercedes-Benz W164 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
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