Segment:
Luxury Mid-size SUV, High-Performance SUV
Key Competitors:
BMW X5 4.6is/4.8is, Porsche Cayenne Turbo, Audi RS Q8 (later models), Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Performance Focus:
AMG-tuned V8 engine, enhanced suspension and braking for performance driving
Utility:
Practical SUV utility combined with AMG performance and luxury
Powertrain:
Engine (M113 E55 ML), Transmission (5G-TRONIC), Drivetrain (4MATIC All-Wheel Drive)
Chassis:
Suspension (front/rear), Steering, Brakes (ABS, ESP)
Electrical:
Engine Control Unit (ECU), Body Control Module (BCM), Lighting, HVAC Electricals, Infotainment Systems
Body:
Exterior Body Panels, Interior Trim, Doors, Windows, Seats, Restraint Systems (Airbags)
Maintenance:
Scheduled Maintenance, Oil Changes, Filter Replacements, Fluid Checks and Changes
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting Symptoms, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), Live Data Interpretation
Repair:
Engine Overhaul, Transmission Repair, Brake Component Replacement, Suspension Overhauls, Electrical Component Diagnosis and Replacement
Special Procedures:
Component Removal and Installation, Calibration Procedures, Wiring Diagrams, Component Location
Depth Level:
Factory-Level Diagnostic and Repair Information
Diagnostic Tools:
Information relevant to use with Mercedes-Benz diagnostic tools (e.g., STAR Diagnosis)
Transmission Type:
5-Speed Automatic with TouchShift
Transmission Model:
722.6 (5G-TRONIC)
Gear Ratios:
1st: 3.59, 2nd: 2.19, 3rd: 1.42, 4th: 1.00, 5th: 0.73, Reverse: 3.41
Transmission Fluid Type:
MB 236.10 or MB 236.12 Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)
NHTSA Front Crash Test:
5-Star Rating
NHTSA Side Crash Test:
4-Star Rating
IIHS Moderate Overlap Frontal Offset:
Good
Traction Control:
ASR (Acceleration Slip Regulation)
Stability Control:
ESP (Electronic Stability Program)
Braking System:
4-Wheel Disc Brakes with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake Force Distribution), BAS (Brake Assist)
Airbags:
Driver, Front Passenger, Front Side-Impact Airbags
Seatbelts:
Pretensioning Front Seatbelts with Load Limiters, Rear 3-Point Seatbelts
Oil Change Interval:
Every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (Synthetic Oil)
Transmission Service Interval:
Every 40,000 - 60,000 miles or as per service indicator
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 30,000 miles or as per service indicator
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 100,000 miles (Iridium Spark Plugs)
Engine Oil Specification:
SAE 0W-40 Synthetic Engine Oil (MB Approval 229.5)
Engine Oil Capacity:
8.5 Liters (9.0 US Quarts)
Coolant Specification:
MB 325.0 / 326.0 (Blue/Green Antifreeze, 50/50 Mix with Distilled Water)
Brake Fluid Specification:
DOT 4 Plus (MB 331.0)
Crankshaft Position Sensor:
Failure can lead to no-start or stalling conditions.
Mass Air Flow Sensor:
Can become dirty or fail, affecting engine performance and fuel economy.
Rear Main Seal Leaks:
Can develop oil leaks from the rear main engine seal over time.
Transfer Case Actuator:
Potential issues with the 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system actuator.
Window Regulator Failure:
Common wear item leading to windows not operating.
Manufacturer History:
Mercedes-Benz, established in 1926, renowned for luxury, engineering, and safety.
Ml Class Origin:
The M-Class (W163) was Mercedes-Benz's first foray into the SUV market, launched in 1997.
Ml55 Amg Introduction:
The ML55 AMG was introduced in 1999 as a high-performance variant of the M-Class, featuring AMG's signature powertrain and suspension enhancements.
Production Location:
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA
Production Years:
1999-2003
