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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AUTOMOBILES

Mercedes-Benz -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Condenser, Replace -> CL55, CL500, CL600, S55, S430, S500 & S600 -> CLK55, CLK320 & CLK430 -> E55, E320 & E430 -> ML55, ML320 & ML430 -> SL500 & SL600 -> SLK32, SLK230 & SLK320
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS

CL55, CL500, CL600, S55, S430, S500 & S600

  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Remove radiator.
  • Loosen power steering hydraulic oil lines.
  • Remove mounting nut and pressure line. Plug or cap lines and openings.
  • Remove mounting bolts and condenser.
  • Replace receiver as outlined under "Receiver, Replace."
  • Reverse procedure to install. Torque lines to 88 inch lbs.

CLK55, CLK320 & CLK430

  • Recover refrigerant as outlined under .
  • Remove engine compartment bottom cover
  • Disconnect refrigerant lines and Plug or cap ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Adjustments -> Parking Brake
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS

Parking Brake

  • Raise and support vehicle rear.
  • On SL55, SL500, SL600, SLK32, SLK230 and SLK320 models, loosen adjusting bolt.
  • On all models, remove one wheel bolt on both rear wheels. Light alloy wheels must be removed.
  • Turn adjuster until brake shoes contact and it is no longer possible to turn rear wheel, noting the following:
    • Use suitable .1772 inc...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AUTOMOBILES

Mercedes-Benz -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 1980-02 Models w/Gasoline Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS

Normal Service

Replace e...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace -> FRONT -> REAR
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS

FRONT

  • Remove propeller shaft to transfer case mounting bolts and washers.
  • Remove propeller shaft to front differential carrier mounting bolts.
  • Remove propeller shaft from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Ensure front differential carrier flange and propeller shaft are perfectly centered.
    • Torque propeller shaft to transfer case bolts to 29 ft. lbs.
    • Torque propeller shaft to front differential carrier flange to 37 ft. lbs.

REAR

  • Remove front propelle...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS

  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove protective cover, as required, and disconnect electrical connectors.
  • Remove ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mercedes-Benz -> 1998-2005 ML Class
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Remove the instrument panel righthand lower trim panel.
  • Release the three cabin air filter cover retainers securing the cover to the bottom of the AC/hea...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AUTOMOBILES

Mercedes-Benz -> Roll Bar Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS

The Roll Bar warning lamp will illuminate when the ignition switch is placed in the On position to indicate the warning lamp is operational. After the engine has been started, the warning lamp should go off. If the warning lamp remains on or if warning lamp illuminates while drivi...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS

  • Drain cooling system into suitable container.
  • Disconnect fan connector.
  • Remove fan shroud.
  • Remove cover strip and headlamps.
  • Remove front end crossmember.
  • Disconnect coolant hoses at radiator.
  • Remove radiator top seal.
  • Remove power steering oil cooler lines.
  • Disconnect AFT lines at radiator. Plug and seal lines and openings.
  • Remove fan grille.
  • Remove condenser mounting bol...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS

  • Remove viscous fan mounting nut while counterholding pulley socket bolts with suitable wrench. Mounting nut has righthand threads.
  • Disconnect fan connector and remove shroud.
  • Remove fa...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Dashboard Diagram for 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GASDashboard Diagram for 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Outside Temperature Sensor
  • B10/5
    • Dashboard, Left Side On Right Side Of Steering Column Diagram for 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GASDashboard, Left Side On Right Side Of Steering Column Diagram for 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Immobilizer Control Module
  • N26/4

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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Backup Lamp Switch
  • Backup Lamp
  • LH Taillamp Unit
  • RH Taillamp Unit
    • 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Turn Signal Switch
  • Battery
  • Hazard Flasher Switch
  • RH Turn Signal Relay
  • LH Turn Signal Relay

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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Maintenance Systems Overview
    Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
    • Document: Introduction of Improved Single-Component Windshield/Window Bonding System
    Vehicle: 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AMG 5.5 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2001 MERCEDES-BENZ ML55 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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