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  1. edgejedi

    For Sale - Rear load/boot cover/parcel shelf for ML270 W163

    Hi This black parcel shelf came from my ML270 CDI auto which was a 2003 model. Its in good condition, but as you can see from the picture there are some scratches on the metal bar area - expected really with constant use - but the plastic cover is in excellent condition. (A marker pen could...
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    Low range on an ML270 - How does it work doh?!

    Howdy, so I know how to operate it and what of does, but how does the system actually work please anyone? Does it kick in specific bits of mechanics or is it just an electronic adjustment? I hear a clunk even I engage it so assume something actually moves? Curious!
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    WANTED : ML, W163 Brake Light Cover/Shroud (Plastic)

    Hi peeps - is anyone breaking or have access to an ML W163 please for a spare rear break light plastic cover shroud? (not the actual light). Mine fell off somewhere as it wasnt attached all that great...hey ho... I have an ML270, 2003. Many and any thanks in advance! :thumb:
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    ML270 (03) Cruise control stopped?

    Cruise control stopped working today....was fine yesterday....car has been sat idle for a bit due to having a company car but now thats gone back im happy to be in my ML! Ive driven it weekly just to keep things rolling and no probs before....? Any thoughts or similar experiences...
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    BAS/ESP,ETS,ABS,EPC - epic fail or just a weird glitch?

    ....regretably I have been given a company car (dont ask what model - trust me it is poor but better than adding miles to my MB....) and so my pride and joy has been sat on the drive for a bit. Ive taken it out for a spin every couple of weeks no problems just to keep things 'moving', but with...
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    how to find out which brake pads and discs parts i need?

    Hi I need new front and back discs and pads and wondered if there were some place I can enter my chassis number to find out exactly which brake parts I need please? I have a 2003 ml270 diesel Many thanks!
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    Paint touch ups? Finishing/laquer?

    I have some minor areas of the car that need paint touch ups due to discolouration/marks....Ive used the MB standard silver paint but of course once on its always gonna look flat, so just wondered what the best finishing would be - some kind of lacquer?? Sorry for appearing dumb, just want to...
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    STAR updates?

    Does anyone have a list of updates that could be applied via Star system to my ml270 please? I don't think its been on star now for quite some time and I heard that there are some great improvements to be gained? Car is going in for a 'b' service next weekend.
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    ML270 - rear wiper not working....?

    Damned if I know why it has stopped on me, but the washer still feeds through water - just the wiper aint a moving. There appears to be no fuse to replace in the main fuse box labelled as 'rear wiper' (theres a front one?)....I understand there are more fuses in the footwell of the passenger...
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    Folding wing mirrors - automatic?

    Howdy I have electric folding wing mirrors (is this a posh thing Up Norf when you dont have to ask the wife to get out and do it for you? Joking ladies!) on my ML, but Im not sure if its possible to have them automatically fold out and in when switching the car on and off? Saves me having...
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    Afermarket alarm or MB fitted manufacturers alarm?

    I had a white key given to me when I got my ML with the name 'Kensington' written on it, which Im almost sure is a car alarm over ride key for the alarm unit. But Ive never heard of Kensington alarms/immobilisers before - has anyone else? is this an MB alarm or an aftermarket addition? Any...
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    MB meets in the North East?

    Ive gone back 6 pages of meets and couldnt see any activity in the NE....anything happening around these there parts that anyone is aware of? Not that I would have a clue what the meet would be all about, but I guess a good opportunity to share info about our beloved (cars of course) and hints n...
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    Dude! Wheres my MB alarm immobiliser override?

    I was given a pretty looking small key with a white top when I bought my ML, which having had one similar before on previous BMs Ive owned I assume to be the alarm immobiliser override key for when the car goes in for service, etc. Only one problem. Not sure where to find the alarm on my ML...
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    Fog lights on or off during the day/twilight/evening?

    I get kinda paranoid that if I put my fog lights on I will be blinding someone with them if they are genuinely not needed (ie. no fog!)!!! I know some people like to have them on for 'the look' when driving...what do other people do? Is it safe/acceptable road user friendly to have your fogs...
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    Problems resetting my service indicator...reduces too fast?

    Yay! Im sat in the tesco car park waiting for er indoors to return and was incredibly bored so thought id continue my frustrated attempts to reset my service indicator....lo and behold on the fourth try...it reset to 13000 miles and one spanner! Car was serviced at an indie when i got it but...
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    Replacement 'w164 style' front grill for my ML?

    Im not so keen on my plain front black grill and have seen styling 'upgrades' of what is described as a 'w164 sport style grill' which can be fitted to my w163. Has anyone bought one of these previously off Fleabay...and were they of a decent quality? Varying prices for what looks like the...
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    Mainly Mercedes, Stockton, north east mercedes indie?

    Mainly Mercedes. 530 Yarm Road, Eaglescliffe, Stockton-On-Tees, Cleveland TS16 0BH Have any northerners used this garage before please or would recommend any others in the area? Many thanks.
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    W163 ML270 CDI - How to get better fuel economy..

    ...I know that taking my lead foot of the pedal may help :crazy:, but having done this I find myself at a loss how to get better MPG than I am at the moment...am I maxxed out on MPG at 25 for an ML? Ive turned off the rear climate control and turned off the ac (by pressing the AC off/rest...
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    Howdy ho and hi from up Norf!

    Hi all Finally joined up here after trawling for many of my car related questions through Google. I live up norf near Durham. Im new to MB and enjoying my recent buy, an ML270. Kinda came in handy as one week after i got it the snow hit! Its been pretty good to me and im pleased.
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    W163 ml270 - wtb black boot luggage cover pls!

    ...got my car without one and would be quite handy! Please post after me here with any details...im up in Durham, happy to collect local or i guess alternately the dreaded post. Many thanks.
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