164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, ML 450 HYBRID Supplemental Operating Instructions 2009-05-12T15:08:04+02:00 - Seite 1 Version: 2.11.8.1...
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164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Symbols ® Trademarks ® is a registered trademark of Daimler. The following symbols are found in this Supplemental Operating Instructions: Warning! Warning notices draw your attention to hazards that may endanger your health or life, or the health or life of others.
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164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz. Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service.
164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Enviromental protection Have the high-voltage battery disposed of in an environment-friendly manner by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Warning! The HYBRID system is energized by high voltage. The components of the HYBRID system are indicated by yellow warning labels.
164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Safety and security Safety notes Warning labels Warning! Various warning labels are attached to your vehicle. These warning labels are intended to make you and others aware of various risks. Do not remove any of these warning labels unless explicitly instructed to do so by information on the label itself.
When working on the RBS, certain precautions must be taken, e.g. when putting the brake system back into service. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Service conducted by qualified technicians is required particularly for safety- relevant work and work on safety-relevant systems such as the RBS.
164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Safety and security For more information on the BAS, refer to the Operator’s Manual. Driving systems Cruise control When the cruise control brakes the vehicle, the brake pedal is not depressed. For more information on the cruise control, refer to the Operator’s Manual.
164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Introduction The HYBRID technology combines an economical combustion engine with a powerful hybrid transmission. The HYBRID system selects the most efficient operating mode for each driving situation automatically. You can drive the vehicle in the usual manner. The HYBRID system turns the combustion engine off as often as possible in order to save fuel.
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164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Controls in detail Overview HYBRID system Component High-voltage battery 12-volt battery Hybrid transmission Voltage transformer (transforms the voltage of the 12-volt battery and the high-voltage battery in both directions for best possible power management) 2009-05-12T15:08:04+02:00 - Seite 12 Version: 2.11.8.1 Component Power electronics...
164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Controls in detail Selecting submenu in the multifunction display Use the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. Press button V or U repeatedly until the standard display appears. Press button & or * to select the HYBRID menu.
164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Multifunction display Boost effect – the hybrid transmission supports the combustion engine when driving off and when accelerating. The multifunction display indicates discharging of the high-voltage battery by an arrow pointing downwards. The pointer of the power gauge moves into the boost section. The COMAND display indicates the flow of energy by white or red arrows (depending on the acceleration).
164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Controls in detail Fuel consumption Average fuel consumption From Start as shown in the multifunction display of the instrument cluster in the Trip computer menu. Generated electric power Each bar in the chart represents the average value for 1 minute.
164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Warning! When the READY indicator in the instrument cluster is on while the combustion engine is off, the combustion engine has been turned off automatically. All vehicle systems continue to be active as long as the ignition is switched on.
164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Controls in detail The hybrid transmission supports the combustion engine when driving off and when accelerating. The hybrid transmission functions as a generator when coasting the vehicle with the automatic transmission in drive position D and during braking. For additional general driving instructions, refer to the Operator’s Manual.
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164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, The current program mode appears in the multifunction display. Program mode indicator The automatic program mode E, for fuel- efficient driving, is active each time you start the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO. Press the program mode selector switch repeatedly until the letter of the desired program mode appears in the multifunction...
Damage resulting from the use of non-approved fuels or fuel additives or resulting from mixing gasoline with diesel fuel is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. ! If you have accidentally filled the tank with incorrect or non-approved fuel, do not switch on the ignition.
164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, In case of a blinking indicator lamp ;, pressure on the fuel tank system needs to be released first. A malfunction in the system has been detected if the indicator lamp ; fails to stop blinking after approximately 10 seconds after the fuel filler flap switch : has been pressed the indicator lamp ;...
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164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Operation Using special additives not approved by Mercedes-Benz may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For further information contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Notes on checking engine oil level When checking the oil level the vehicle must...
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! Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage to the engine and emission control system not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Screw filler cap : back on filler neck. Install the cover ( page 22).
Mercedes-Benz Center. Failure to repair the condition noted may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes- Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property damage or personal injury.
The fuel filler flap is open. Check the fuel filler flap. If it is not closed properly: Close the fuel filler flap. If it is closed properly: Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Practical hints...
Try to start the combustion engine. If the combustion engine cannot be started: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The HYBRID system is malfunctioning. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The HYBRID system is malfunctioning. In addition an acoustic warning sounds.
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If you are able to steer the vehicle safely: Continue driving with added caution. Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If, in any way, you feel that you are not able to steer the vehicle...
Possible causes: voltage transformer malfunctioning the 12-volt battery is malfunctioning Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so. Engage the parking brake. Do not continue to drive. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so. Do not continue to drive. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately. Read and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction display ( page 24), see Operator’s Manual.
Charge the 12-volt battery ( to come on when switching on the Get a jump start ( ignition. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Combustion engine Possible causes/consequences and X Solutions Problem The combustion engine The high-voltage battery is discharged.
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SRS warning lamp + in the instrument cluster comes on Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Read and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction display ( page 24).
Warning! Never charge a battery while still installed in the vehicle unless the accessory battery charge unit approved by Mercedes-Benz is being used. Gases may escape during charging and could cause an explosion that may result in personal injury, paint damage or corrosion.
Only jump start from batteries with the same voltage rating (12 V). Jump starting with a more powerful battery could damage the vehicle’s electrical system, which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Only use jumper cables with sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps.
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164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Practical hints Make sure the cable clamps do not touch any other metal part while the other end is still attached to a battery. Connecting the jumper cables Your vehicle is equipped with two jump start terminals in the engine compartment.
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164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once. Remove the foot from the brake pedal. Ignition is switched on automatically. The message Charging Hybrid Battery Please Wait appears in the multifunction display. Start the combustion engine when the message Engine Can Now Be Started appears in the multifunction display.
164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Technical data Vehicle specification ML 450 HYBRID (164.195) The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Engine ΜL 450 HYBRID Engine, type Mode of operation 4-stroke engine,...
164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Weights ΜL 450 HYBRID Roof load max. 220 lb (100 kg) Rims and tires The ML 450 HYBRID does not have a spare wheel. Vehicles equipped with 19" wheels come with MOExtended tires. MOExtended tires have run-flat characteristics.
164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Technical data Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore only use products tested and approved by Mercedes- Benz. For information on tested and approved products, contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center or visit www.mbusa.com (USA only).
Adding water and MB 325.0 Anticorrosion/ Antifreeze separately from each other, could cause engine damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For more information on coolants, refer to the Operator's Manual. Mixed with water or commercially available premixed washer solvent/antifreeze.
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164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, Service and Literature Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and Genuine Mercedes- Benz Parts to service your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you are interested in obtaining service literature for your vehicle, please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
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164_ZA; 2; 2, en-US d2ureepe, É1645845583BËÍ 1645845583 Order no. 6515 4316 13 Part no. 164 584 55 83 Edition A 2010 2009-05-12T15:08:04+02:00 - Seite 42 Version: 2.11.8.1...
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