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PLEASE NOTESERVICE, REPLACEMENT, OR REPAIR OF THE EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED BY ANY AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR ESTAB-LISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL USING CERTIFIED PARTS.

THE USE OF DEFECTIVE OR NON-EQUIVALENT PARTS MAY RESULT IN YOUR EMISSION PERFORMANCE WARRANTY CLAIM BEING DENIED.

WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND, HOWEVER, TO HAVE YOUR VEHICLE SERVICED BY YOUR AUTHORIZED MERCEDES-BENZ LIGHT TRUCK CENTER WHO IS FULLY EQUIPPED TO PROVIDE THIS SERVICE.

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re are two groups, a (“minor” =) A-service, and a ajor” =) B-service. Under normal circumstances the driven ance between services is an average of approximately 00 miles, and the A and B-services alternate.

eption: A B-service is followed by another B-service, if the calculates an oil change interval of 14 000 miles or more.

vice work not mileage dependent is listed in section ditional Work to be Performed.”

etail listing of service jobs is contained in this booklet owing the service records.

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t you to enjoy your Mercedes-Benz automobile. Vehicle nd operational reliability are two very important

and to maintain them, a certain amount of service work ssary.

rcedes-Benz Flexible Service System includes all the ary work to be carried out.

icle comes equipped with the Flexible Service (FSS) which is explained in detail in the Operator’s l.

xt necessary service is indicated in the instrument .

ing to the vehicle past performance, your Mercedes-ight Truck Center will recommend the service work ary, meaning that your vehicle will be maintained ng to your driving style.

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formance of all scheduled service work is required tain your vehicle in good operating condition and tial to keep your warranty valid. While we do not at such work be performed by a factory-authorized

es-Benz Light Truck Center, we strongly recom- have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Truck Center work because they are equipped with the tools, ents, literature, and trained personnel necessary ect and systematic performance of these jobs.

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fluid should be replaced every two years, preferably in ing, see page 26. It is recommended to use only brake proved by Mercedes-Benz.

nder for the next scheduled brake fluid replacement is in the engine compartment.

t should be checked for sufficient protection before the and during the hot and cold seasons.e coolant (water/anticorrosion/antifreeze mixture) d every three years.

lter should be replaced at the scheduled service. Under dust conditions, or with the Climate Control frequently ng in the air recirculation mode, the dust filter should aced correspondingly sooner.

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id level of brake systemrake fluid has to be added, see an authorized Mercedes-z Light Truck Center to determine the cause, e.g. leaks or n brake pads.

dshield washing system – add washer fluid mixed with rcedes-Benz windshield washer solvent/concentrate, test ction and check wiper blades.

e pressure – at least every other week.

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ommend to use only Mercedes-Benz parts for service airs, since they meet our specifications. It is also

ant to use only fuels, lubricants and anticorrosion/anti-coolant meeting factory specifications. See youres-Benz Light Truck Center for more information on

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e Checkstion to the services, we recommend that you check the ng items regularly and prior to any long trip:

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thorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center will gladly additional information on the maintenance of your

nd our best wishes for many miles of safe, ble driving.

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thorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center will certify ervice booklet that all services have been carried out.

xt service is indicated in the instrument cluster (see “Flexible Service System” in your Operator’s l).

ng each A or B-service your Mercedes-Benz Center will e FSS counter.

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er to your Service and Warranty Information booklet and rator’s Manual for additional information.

ure to properly maintain the emission system may result in airs not being covered by the emission systems warranty.

lanations of each maintenance job are given in numerical er on page 28.

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S. Environmental Protection Agency and, in California, Resources Board have certified that the emission con-tem of your vehicle meets exhaust emission standards 1. This vehicle also complies with the Canadian Motor Emission Standards.

ertain that the emission control system functions as ed, regular maintenance is necessary for all ents of the vehicle which affect exhaust emission com-

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icle owner is responsible for the regular maintenance mission control system, as well as the use of premium ed gasoline with an anti-knock index of at least 91 yed on the pump) in all models.

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peration of the emission control system must not tered in any way. Alterations are not permissible by n addition, alterations may result in damage to the cat-, increased fuel consumption and impaired engine

ing conditions.

ular engine running conditions should be cor-d immediately by an authorized Mercedes-Benz er. Such irregular running conditions can influence roper function of the emission control system.

ENGINE” indicator lamp in the instrument cluster: If p comes on when the engine is running, it indicates a tion of the engine management system or emission system.

mmend that you have the malfunction checked as soon ble.

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ercedes-Benz is equipped with both a three-way t and a closed loop oxygen sensor system to comply rrent exhaust emission regulations. Keep your vehicle er operating condition by following our recommended nance instructions as outlined.

lowing has to be adhered to:

ll models, use only premium unleaded gasoline with nti-knock index of at least 91 (as displayed on the p). Damage to the engine could occuremium unleaded fuel is not used. Refer to therator’s Manual for special precautions.

ed gasoline should not be used under any umstances. Damage to the emission control ponents will result.

specified engine maintenance jobs have to be per-ed completely and at the required intervals.ect ignition timing and properly functioning spark s for instance are important for the service life of the lysts. Failure to properly perform the specified mainte-e jobs may adversely affect the emission control

em on the vehicle and reduce its service life.

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If you wish to retain continuous proof that your vehicle has been properly maintained,please request a new service booklet from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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tenance jobs, see page 28.

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Required Vehicle Ser(including Emission System

A-ServiceB-Service

Notes:

For description of emission system main

The four digit-numbers next to thare reference numbers of the detailed ma

listed in the MB Maintenance Manual

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ck and correct fluid level

here is a loss of fluid, determine cause perform repair with separate work orderine coolant/antifreeze protection 2010ke system 4210dshield/headlamp washing system 8210ricate latch, safety catch andhood hinges 8821

derside of vehicleck and correct tire pressure (spare)Models ML320, ML430 - - - -

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on checkTele Aid function - - - -g and indicator lamps, horn - - - -mps and exterior lamps - - - -ield/headlamp, 8252er and washer systemsseat belts for damage 9150SS counter - - - -and correct tire pressure (spare)del ML55 - - - -

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rotate wheels 4050tires and record tread depth 4051tire pressure - - - -rake pad thickness 4251ondition of brake discs 4251ire pressure of spare wheel - - - -

side of Car is a loss of fluid, determine causeform repair with separate work order

condition of components, 0053 and hoses for chafe marks,

s, missing parts and proper routingront axle ball joints 3353ear axle ball joints 3555ire pressure of spare wheel - - - -teering play 4650

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est, parking brake check 4290

oron check

Tele Aid function - - - -g and indicator lamps, horn - - - -mps and exterior lamps - - - -ield/headlamp, 8252er and washer systemsseat belts for damage 9150SS counter - - - -

g and ventilation: Replace dust filter 8381

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indshield wiper insert(s) 8280dlamp aiming, adjust if necessary vehicles with Xenon headlamps 8260dition of wiper blade for rear window 8252

enz urges that this procedure be performed to maintain peak ce although it is not required to maintain your emission warranty ot affect Mercedes-Benz’s recall liability.

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e compartment

e is a loss of fluid, determine causerform repair with separate work order condition of components 0053s and hoses for chafe marks,s, missing parts and proper routing

oil and filter change 0101

and correct fluid level

e is a loss of fluid, determine causerform repair with separate work order coolant/antifreeze protection 2010ystem 4210

steering 4611- - - -

ield/headlamp washing system 8210

belt (engine): Check for condition* 1351te points on throttle control, checkration and condition 3022

te latch, safety catch andd hinges 8821

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roximately every 60000 miles or 4 years.

ide of Carter replacement 0780lacement not required at 60000 miles*

roximately every 30000 miles or 2 years.

compartmenter: Replace element - - - -

es-Benz urges that this procedure be performed to maintain peak mance although it is not required to maintain your emission warranty ill not affect Mercedes-Benz’s recall liability.

ional Work to be Performed together with the Respectiv

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2 yearse brake fluid 4280 suspension and body structure 0090 body for paint damage 9850

plug intervalse spark plugs 1580

plugs are subject to erosion and must beed according to schedule on page 27

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Model ML320 ML430

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Spark plug intervals

Replace spark plugs 1580

At approximately every 60000 miles or 5 years.

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0 Replace air filter elementer normal dust conditions, replace air filter element roximately every 60 000 miles or 4 years.an air filter cover and housing

1 Check engine Poly-V-belt condition Poly-V-belt is subject to wear and aging. It must be cked for cracks and wear.lace Poly-V-belt if necessary.

0 Replace sparks plugsrks plugs are subject to electrode erosion and must be laced according to schedule on page 27.

ercedes-Benz urges that this procedure be performed to maintain peak rformance although it is not required to maintain your emission warranty d will not affect Mercedes-Benz’s recall liability.

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position of exhaust emissions is influenced not only special emission control equipment, but also by various components and their adjustments. re, emission system maintenance must include these

components. Some maintenance jobs are actually only hey are important however, because they allow early on of discrepancies which can later lead to increased t emissions. It is generally less expensive to have such djusted immediately rather than allowing them to con- to costly repairs.

intenance intervals have been determined so that the , under normal conditions, should operate properly n services.

Engine: Oil change and filter change the engine oil and oil filter at least once every year. nsumption should increase, determine the cause and cessary corrective steps.SS counter.

Replace fuel filter*e the fuel filter approximately every 60 000 miles or .

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Service Booklet - Dealer.com US · the use of defective or non-equivalent parts may result in your emission performance warranty claim being denied. we strongly recommend, however,