Driving Instructions - Mercedes-Benz Light Truck ML 320 Operator's Manual

Driving Instructions

Warning!
If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that possible damage to your vehicle has
occurred, you should turn on the hazard warning flashers, carefully slow down, and drive with caution to an area which is a
safe distance from the roadway. Inspect the tires and under the vehicle for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires appear
unsafe, have it towed to the nearest Mercedes-Benz or tire dealer for repairs.
Power Assistance
Warning!
When the engine is not running, the brake and steering systems are without power assistance. Under these circumstances, a
much greater effort is necessary to stop or steer the vehicle.
Brakes
Warning!
After driving in heavy rain for some time without applying the brakes or through water deep enough to wet brake
components, the first braking action may be somewhat reduced and increased pedal pressure may be necessary. Be sure to
maintain a safe distance from vehicles in front. Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive and premature
wear of the brake pads. It can also result in the brakes overheating thereby significantly reducing their effectiveness. It may
not be possible to stop the vehicle in sufficient time to avoid an accident.
The condition of the parking brake system is checked each time the vehicle is in the shop for the required service.
If the parking brake is released and the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster stays on and there is not audible warning
(EBP), the brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low. Brake pad wear or a leak in the system may be the reason for low brake fluid
in the reservoir. Have the brake system inspected at an authorized Mercedes-Benz light truck dealer immediately.
All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by an authorized Mercedes-Benz light truck dealer.
Install only brake pads and brake fluid recommended by Mercedes-Benz.
Warning!
If other than recommended brake pads are installed, or other than recommended brake fluid is used, the braking
properties of the vehicle can be degraded to an extent that safe braking is substantially impaired. This could result in an
accident.
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