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Oh well, the passenger seat is comfortable.
I used a heavy duty nylon tow rope that comes with two safety hooks attached to its ends (costs about $20 in local hardware stores - I always carry one). In all cases the ML was pulling in reverse because I want to see what is going on. The rope was attached to the tow hook in the front of the ML and to the appropriate tow point on the other vehicle. It is easy if you have the right rope.
thor3:
Apologies: I thought it was ETS not ESP. "Whiner" was apparently a carryover statement from previous messages that I read (about 600 of them in one stretch...). '98 is not such a bad truck and I plan to keep mine for a while. With all the bashing that it is getting here there might be some good bargains out there as we speak for people who want to buy a used one.
Speaking of ESP, is there anyone who had a "real" experience with it in an ML? Any comments? Is this all software based (receiving data from existing sensors already in place for other systems), or is there an additional (inertially controlled?) sensor that talks to the computer? I tried brake assist in a 2000 ML and was not impressed (maybe I am a heavy footer to start with :-) ). Of course it was "designed" not "accidental" so it may be better than I thought in a real case.
Have fun!
TJ
Thanks for your help.
Does the ML have four wheel INDEPENDANT ABS brakes? Is this what it was? I'm assuming so.
I think it really depends on the amount of steering you input too, compared to this morning.
I love playing with the snow.
Robert
I am a member of the rear hitch for safety and occasional towing.
Secondary shots - The Green ML towing looked like "It" had a big problem.
Mike
Sounds like MB dropped the $2K incentive on the MY2K models?
I live in the Chicago area where much salt is spread on the streets during the winter months. I think stainless steel rails would be a bit hardier than base metal or even chrome. You also live in a cold weather climate where I presume they salt the streets. Any thoughts?
Drew and I have the OEM MB chromed step rails. Stainless steel would last longer; the M4 pkg side runners are SS. Be sure the Manik rails don't cover the jack points; I think one of the m-class list members said they did.
For all of you who have concerns about this car; throw those concerns out the window. This vehicle is great and handles like a charm, especially in the snow!
When I was at the dealership while picking up the new car. I was able to push the SOS button for the Tele-aid system, as it is required to do so in order to activate the system. I also got the salesperson to throw in the all-season floor mats and will pick those up in a week. I also cranked the Bose sound system and found it to be surprisingly adequate, not great, but it will suffice.
Drew, and others: When I was driving home from the dealership I noticed that when I tried to activate the bright lights they would not stay on unless I kept my hand depressed on the lever. Is this normal, or is there a trick to operating the lights?
Thanks to all for your help on my decision of this great auto. I will keep you all updated. And if I get a Digi camera for Christmas I will take pics.
Thanks
Jamie
Thanks
As for the high beams, push the stalk away from you. I know...not intuitive compared to how other cars work. Look at the quick-tips booklet. It's helpful and isn't as confusing as the manual.
The 2001 CD changer ties into the fiber network now. The old ones did not.
Sounds like you and Robert are having great fun playing in the snow...
I'm sorry if my scribbling my accidental duplicate post was a problem. I didn't know you weren't supposed to do that.
btw, foound something interesting...
what color are the wheel nuts on ML 320? aren't they suppose to be silver, just like the rim? mine are black.... @_@
Noel B
You also have to keep in mind that my dealership (Austin, Tx) is terrible. Many people I know don't buy Mercedes just because this is the only game in town and the service is that bad. Also I've seen people complain about the quality of loaner cars - well this dealer doesn't provide them at all.
Jason
I just had my front brake pads replaced at 24k on a '99 ml430. The pads were only down to 4mm( 2mm being the replacement point) but the indicator was going off and was incredibly annoying as well as ruining AM radio reception. Strange but true. It is supposed to cost $180.
dt77
After I thought i took care of the brake squeal, it came back ! So, i guess i didn't ...
I told servisor to check it out and wow. they "replaced front braks disc and pads" -dats wats on invoice. 1 brake shoe, 2 brake discs and 1 brake clean. Now, i'm really squeal-less.
dt77
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dt77
-mrwhipple
Drew/aling
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Jason
Drew/aling
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I'd like to contest the fact that aling in fact did not forget to sign his "title" and is only using that as a somewhat pathetic excuse for scribbling one!
Jason
Matter of such magnitude & importance can and should only be decided by a higher court. Just make sure your case can be presented by a certain deadline.
Jason
Everything is fiber in the MY2K ML except the CD changer AFAIK. Guess they finally went all out and switched it for 2001.
noelb1:
If I could have, I would have waited just so I could get curtain airbags. :-)
I was starting to freak out whenever I drove my Integra. It creaked (probably torsion bar or bushing), had a leaking A/C compressor, had a speed sensor problem so the engine light went on at 55, had a tranny that refused to go into overdrive in cold weather, had rustthrough in the rear wheel wells and would not have passed inspection because it's considered a safety issue if it gets into the cabin area. Oh well...made it to 152K mi and 12 yrs, and I kinda miss the go cart feel. I hope my ML lasts as long :-)
We got our first big dropping of snow in Toronto tonight so I retired to my friends cigar lounge to miss the first snowfall traffic jam where people try to remember how to drive.
after cleaning off the truck I noticed that the snow gets in between the seals of the doors and deposits a nice supply of snow nto the truck upon opening the door. Tthen when I get home a nice ice formation has formed in said seal....our BMW doesn't do this...ahhh...feel better now for venting..However the ML handles fantasticly in the snow and the six Hella lights/bulbs I am throwing down the road certainly brightens things up on a snowy night..Best snow vehicle ever IMHO.
Cheers from snowy Toronto
ML is filthy now, but I felt safe on the way home, though being stuck behind people who crawl w/ no snow on the ground and getting 6-8mpg wasn't exactly fun. I'm worried I'll run out of gas when I'm stuck in traffic one of these days :-P
On another topic, the current January 01 issue of Popular Mechanics has a spy shot of the 2002 M-Class. I do not have Photopoint or postable space, so mabye somebody can post it here on the list. (Drew, I mailed it to you)
I'm surprised ESP mattered that much w/ the 4ETS system driving all four wheels. I wonder if we can get an MDX owner to do a similiar test since they don't have ESP but Acura claims their VTM system works just as well? :-)
This should help you make an objective decision. Please also show us your list so we can understand you and perhaps help you better. It won't matter if you really love or hate one of them though or if the $3K difference bothers you a lot :-)