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Mercedes-Benz M-Class (2006+)
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The cost for the delaer installed option when purchasing was 510 ( Free installation) Unfortunately the dealer had the part on order and I did'nt want to wait
But now when I enquired my local dealer about the running boards he says the price is 940 + installation
Any recomendations on where to get the running board ( the new aluminium ones with black spots)
Have the 2006 ML350 7-speed transmission problems (jerkiness, surging and lunging) of the vehicle when driving slow or stopping been resolved by MB?
TIA
lawing, you should not get the 2008 ML just yet. if possible, wait until may or until the 2009 ML Class is released. It looks sooooo much nicer. look it up or go to this link below for some pics of it.
The 2009 ML will receive a facelift as well as minor changes to the rear as you will see in these pictures.
http://www.zimbio.com/Mercedes-Benz/articles/117/2009+Mercedes+Benz+ML+63+AMG+Fa- celift
I had a power steering and suspension part replacement that was covered by a recall notice, but they were never problems.
Why was your power steering problems not covered by warranty?
I need help..I always leased but trying to be more frugal..what should I offer? I can provide more details if needed..thanks
An 06 ML came with a 14 06 valve body which allows the 2-1 downshift before the vehicle reaches a standstill. This down shift is very un comfortable in traffic. When the dealer checks for newer software the computer states there is no newer software available. The solution is to replace the valve body with a 13 06 or a 21 06 which accepts the new software and takes care of the shift quality. The dealer has to submit the part numbers and software levels to MB to recieve authorization to replace the valve body under warranty. Please be patient and ask for a shop foreman to be involved as many techs are not aware of these details. Hope this helps.
I imagine that adapter required only if I need to transfer my phone book, but if I just want to pair car bluetooth with my iPhone I would not need an adapter. It seems salesperson does not get it right?
You can see a photo of what it looks like here http://www.whnet.com/4x4/phones.html
it is 1/2 way down the page and silver with a blue end.
I bought mine at the dealer when I bought my car and got a nice discount across the counter from parts.
Its called "MHI Bluetooth Interface Module"; You can also find after market ones, but I never tried them. This thing works pretty good, and it does download your address book, previous calls etc, .
There were not many options for me to go aftermarket when I bought mine, but
try this.
try google for that module and you might be surprised, I see them on Ebay, and here http://www.ecrater.com/product.php?pid=4604649 ($250)
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One question..anybody else notice windshield/wiper icing issues in cold, snowy weather? Seems I have to run defrost on high almost all the time to keep from icing up.
I both my ML one month ago and have the same problem when down shifting from 2 to 1 gear
I been told is a normal thing for a ML
they told me that some of they model do that when coming to a complete stop. I’m not happy with it, specially because I change from a lexus RX350 which has no transmission defect to the ML350 I though Benz was a better car. Luckily I have extended warranty