2000 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 216

Warning! Overfilling of fuel tank may result in creating pressure in the system which could cause a gas discharge such as the gas spraying back out upon removing the filler nozzle which could cause personal injury. Leaving the engine running and the fuel cap open can cause the "CHECK ENGINE" lamp to illuminate. Fuel tank capacity approximately 19.0 US gal (72.0 l). This includes approximately 3.2 US gal (12.0 l) reserve. Use premium unleaded gasoline: Posted Octane Index 91 (Average of 96 RON /86 MON). • Engine oil Engine oil level check, see page 89 and page 233. Fill quantity between upper and lower dipstick marking level: 2.1 US qt (2.0 l). Recommended engine oils, see Approved Service Products sheet. • Coolant For normal replenishing, use water (potable water quality). For further information (e.g. anticorrosion/ antifreeze), see page 292. • Spark plugs Approved spark plugs, see page 290. • Tire pressure For tire pressure, refer to tire pressure label inside the fuel filler flap. See page 250 for further details. • Air conditioner R-134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant, see page 294. What you should know at the gas station Instruments and controls Operation Driving 213 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index