Protective in nature, and by heredity.
Top-rated safety runs in the family. From patenting the crumple zone 60 years ago to introducing the Electronic Stability
Program (ESP
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) to both cars and SUVs in the 1990s, Mercedes-Benz has fathered countless safety innovations that ultimately
find their way into virtually every automobile. Today’s M-Class looks to the future —and looks out for yours —with PRE-SAFE,
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an exclusive breakthrough that can actually detect and prepare for a collision before it happens. So while its best-in-class
government safety ratings might put the M- Class at the top of your list, to Mercedes-Benz, it’s just being part of the family.
Five-star safety. The M-Class has once again earned the highest
safety ratings in its class—five stars in all frontal and side collision
Post-collision response. If an air bag or seat-belt ETD deploys,
the standard Mercedes-Benz mbrace system can initiate a call
to our 24-hour emergency response center—even if you can’t.
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tests—from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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In addition, the POST-SAFE system automatically shuts off the
engine and fuel supply, turns on some cabin lights and the hazard
flashers, and unlocks the doors to assist rescuers.
PRE-SAFE. During certain vehicle maneuvers, the industry-exclusive
PRE-SAFE system can detect vehicle instability which suggests that
a collision or rollover is imminent. PRE-SAFE can then tighten the
front seat belts, and even close the windows and sunroof, all in an
Accident avoidance. Two systems first introduced by Mercedes-
Benz help you avoid potential collisions. ESP, our Electronic Stability
Program, monitors how the vehicle responds to your steering and
braking, and takes action to help keep it on course during evasive
effort to better prepare the occupants before an accident occurs.
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Standard 10-way air bag protection. Within the high-strength
steel-reinforced uni-body structure of the M-Class, eight air bags
offer a total of 10 ways of protection. In addition to dual-stage front
air bags, there are also four side-impact air bags, as well as side
maneuvers.
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Brake Assist can apply full braking pressure if it detects
an emergency braking situation—based on how quickly you step on
the brake pedal—potentially shortening your stopping distance.
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curtain air bags for the outboard occupants in both seating rows.
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More stable towing. The M-Class can tow up to 7,200 lbs when
equipped with the optional trailer hitch. Standard Trailer Stability
Assist integrates with the sensors for ESP to help detect the onset
of trailer sway. If it senses oscillation, it strategically applies the
front brakes of the M-Class to help bring it all under control.
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Advanced restraints. The M-Class provides a 3-point seat belt
and adjustable head restraint at each of its five seating positions.
Outboard front and rear seat belts are equipped with Emergency
Tensioning Devices (ETDs) and belt-force limiters. In a rear impact,
NECK-PRO active front head restraints help to prevent whiplash.
| Categories | Mercedes-Benz M-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz ML350, Mercedes-Benz ML350 BlueTec, Mercedes-Benz ML550, Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG, Mercedes-Benz W164 |
| Model Year | 2011 |
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