Operation
Engine compartment
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Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck.
Transmission fluid level
Warning!
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Add engine oil as required. Never over-
fill with oil.
The transmission fluid level does not need
to be checked. If you notice transmission
fluid loss or gear shifting malfunctions,
have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Light
Truck Center check the automatic trans-
mission.
In order to avoid potentially serious burns:
Be careful not to spill any oil when adding.
Avoid environmental damage caused by oil
entering the ground or water.
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Use extreme caution when opening the
hood if there are any signs of steam or
coolant leaking from the cooling system,
or if the coolant temperature display
indicates that the coolant is overheated.
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Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off.
It could cause damage to the engine and/or
catalytic converter (gasoline engine) or the oxi-
dation catalyst (diesel engine) not covered by
the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Coolant level
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Do not remove pressure cap on coolant
reservoir if coolant temperature is
above 158°F (70°C). Allow engine to
cool down before removing cap. The
coolant reservoir contains hot fluid and
is under pressure.
The engine coolant is a mixture of water
and anticorrosion/antifreeze.
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Screw filler cap 1 back on filler neck.
When checking the coolant level
For more information on engine oil, see
“Technical data” section (୴ page 522) and
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the vehicle must be parked on level
ground
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Using a rag, slowly open the cap approx-
imately 1/2 turn to relieve excess pres-
sure. If opened immediately, scalding
hot fluid and steam will be blown out
under pressure.
(୴ page 525).
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the coolant temperature must be below
158°F (70°C)
Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine
parts. Antifreeze contains ethylene
glycol which may burn if it comes into
contact with hot engine parts.
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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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