Operation
Driving instructions
11
ț
Shift automatic transmission to
position 1 (୴ page 192).
i The hill start assist system supports you
Vehicles with air 1
suspension pro-
gram*
2
when driving uphill.
Drive slowly.
For more information, see “Hill start assist sys-
tem” (୴ page 191).
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 513).
ț
Comply with the warnings
୴ page 319) and rules for off-road
(
driving (୴ page 321).
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
Never turn the vehicle around on steep
inclines. The vehicle might roll over. If the
vehicle 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 |
|---|---|
| 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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