2010 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 216

214 Engine compartment may be inaccurate. Some of theses readings are required by law and must be accurate at all times. Engine oil G Warning! HYBRID vehicles: It is imperative that you read the HYBRID Supplemental Operating Instructions included in your vehicle literature portfolio. You may otherwise not receive all necessary safety information and warning for the operation of your vehicle. Operation X Press and hold handle ;. The hood is unlocked. X Pull up on the hood in direction of arrow and then release it. The hood will be held open at shoulder height by gas-filled struts automatically. Closing G Warning! When closing the hood, use extreme caution not to catch hands or fingers. Be careful that you do not close the hood on anyone. Make sure the hood is securely engaged before driving off. Do not continue driving if the hood can no longer engage after an accident, for example. The hood could otherwise come loose while the vehicle is in motion and injure you and/or others. X The amount of oil your engine consumes will depend on a number of factors, including driving style. Increased oil consumption can occur when the vehicle is new or the vehicle is driven frequently at higher engine speeds. Engine oil consumption checks should only be made after the vehicle break-in period. ! Do not use any special lubricant additives, as these may damage the drive assemblies. Using special additives not approved by Mercedes-Benz may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. For further information contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Notes on checking engine oil level When checking the oil level the vehicle must be parked on level ground and the vehicle must have been stationary for at least 5 minutes with the engine turned off. Let the hood drop from a height of approximately 8 in (20 cm). X Check to make sure the hood is fully closed. If you can raise the hood at a point above the headlamps, then it is not properly closed. Open it again and let it drop with somewhat greater force. Checking engine oil level X Open the hood (Y page 213). Radiator i Vehicles with diesel engine: Do not cover the radiator, for example with a winter front or bug cover. Otherwise the readings of the on-board diagnostic system