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I am russian , I have W 163 , after 4 years use , this car have only 1 problem -- NO DRIVE without GASOLINE !!!! ( only ) . MB # 1 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Salute from VLadivostok !

Own an 02 ML320 with 184k on it and would literally trust this car to go anywhere. Best kept secret on the used suv market in my opinion.

Ive literally have had 6 of the common problems before. But it's still is thr most reliable car ive ever had. Its perfect for the snow

To be fair most of the "problems" listed in this vid are things that can potentially fail on any modern car. They are great cars if they have been properly looked after, and are extremely durable, and very luxurious compared to most other suvs , Agree its sensible to stay away from pre-2002 cars though, the quality improved greatly from around 02.

2000 mercedes ml430 245k mi one of the best car i been drive! the worse was in it is the oil leak from the housing oil filter $15 bucks 1/2hr labor and ready to go. :) the suv still enjoy the highways!!

If you know how to work on these cars it can save you thousands and you still have a reliable car for price they cost today. I did alot of work on these suvs and i highly recommend replacing all of the pulleys + belt and as many pumps on the engine as possible. Spark plug coil packs will crap out causing misfiring, if door locks are machine gun clicking just pull the relay in the fuse box, also a highly recommended part to is the transmission conductor plate the O-rings can fail and oil will get on metal connectors causing a limp mode to accure. Comment any questions

My dad still use this Car. It’s amazing!

Just picked up one, 61, on the clock, one owner , with a full, my, main dealer history, one of the best reliable v8. 😎👌

This is a really good car. You will never replace suspension parts on this car.....the only issue is rust....I have one with 260k miles and I've never had to do work on the suspension and the ride is still very good.....It's a very reliable car... extremely reliable.....I've had a lot of cars but this is one of the best cars I've ever had.

I have ML 55 2004 model it was great , strong and powerfull, you never find like this quality in theese days.

I have a 1999 ML320 and it just hit 359,000 miles and I had one repair completed and that was in the year 2021.....A camshaft position sensor and it cost me total repair bill was $313.00 in 22 years of driving .......The only thing I did was only using Amsoil 5W-40 fully synthetic since day one and keeping up with service ......I live in Arizona so no snow and very little moisture.......The car looks like new !

I had a 2000 ml55 in 2004. No issues at all until 2006. Hitting a deer at 90 mph was totally the car’s fault. Loved that car. So, in 2018 I bought a 2000 ml55 Renntech “Hammer”. I love it. The biggest issues are the plastic. No major issues with 225k miles.

You are doing fantastic work. I look forward to your reviews.

I have owned a 2002 270 CDI since new. It's done over 180k miles. It's been very good with frequent trips from UK to the Alps proving it has a decent blend of motorway refinement and snow/off road ability (considering how old the design is). Weak points on mine are; more surface rust than I would expect (around arches, boot handle etc). Leaking diesel injectors. Bouncy castle ride on small uneven roads. Poor quality of some interior parts (seat adjusters can just break off). Apart from service items and the odd suspension bush, sensor, corroded brake pipe - which is expected based on it's age and milage, the only major expense so far has been a new alternator at about 170k miles. I can recommend them as a good allrounder if you need off and on road, just don't expect a fast car if you buy the 270 diesel :-)

Hi ... i have an ML 430 2002 and a GLA Sport 2018... bought are great... the ML430 ... power... velocity... 4x4... my favorite for camping

Faulty fuel pump is a big problem with the w163. The unit has the fuel level sensor outside the pump and is exposed to the fuel causing it to corrode. Therefore you get an incorrect fuel reading on the cluster console. I have gone through 4 pumps on my 2000 ML320. Another issue is the brake light switch. They ware out too quickly, in fact MBUSA sent out a recall campaign to have them replaced. Another issue, mostly for the early models is the transfer case. It has a 50/50 gearing ration and made binding and clicking sounds when turning. MBUSA refused to give owners new transfer cases. The 2000 models and later fixed that issue by changing the gearing to a 52/48 ratio. Another issue is with the transmission. There is a plastic ring with rubber o-ring that connects to the TCU which is that transmission computer module. That o ring would break and transmission fluid would leak into the computer causing a short and causing the car to stay in permanent limp mode. Always to change that o-ring when ever you do your 50k transmission fluid change. no such thing as lifetime sealed fluid!!!!

i own an 02 ml320. it had 110,000 miles on it and only 1 previous owner who dealer maintained it. 3 years and 15k miles later its still runs like it's new. oil changes every 8k. next change i'll change out the differential oil. premium gas or it will knock. one main thing to look for before buying one is rust especially in high salt areas. i've seen a lot of Mercs that look great until you shine a flashlight underneath. once the frame rots it's over.

I have a 1998 ml 320 fr new until today. Still in mint condition and only has 140,550 kms on it. A few minor electrical problems ( window buttons) after a while but still runs perfect.

My 1999 model runs 131,123 miles with every 3,000-mile oil change. Replaced fuel pump last month and 25 highway and 18-9 city.

Thanks for the video, I am looking at a 2005 ml 270 cdi which appears to be very well looked after in the past. This video will hopefully keep me wise😂

i love your videos man, you really do a great job making this videos

I'm thinking of buying a pre face lift ML55 AMG did these have better build quality?

Looking at a 1999 ML340, only has 120000km on the clock, seems in good condition, one owner since new, all regular servicing has been done. CD and sunroof are U/S. is it worth going for it or am I buying a basket of trouble?

2003 Ml350 I keep it maintenance regularly and Never had a problem and i'm the 4th owner!!!!

Very helpful. Thank you.

I have a 2000 ML320 in excellent condition , runs very nice shifts super smooth and looks great , for $2000 , has 158k is this too much miles for this car?

thanks great info

Hi there, I’ve been looking to buy a ml 500 2000 model and he has change the solenoids in the gear box and also serviced the gear box. Does this indicate that the gear box may cause further faults in the future ? Would appreciate your advice on this. Will also attach the description of the car so if u can let me know what u think and weather I should go for it. P.s I would have attached pics but it wouldn’t let me do it from my phone. Many thanks and looking forward to hear from you !👍🏽 Ml 500 description lovely condition Mercedes ml 500 v8 auto LPG 7 Seater, Metallic black with cream leather interior , 20” AMG wheels in excellent condition, front tyres are new just replaced rears we’re replaced last year , new brakes 6 months ago with very little mileage since , beginning of year car had a full service including new spark plugs (16 of them) good for 60,000 miles, detachable tow bar , roof bars ,very reliable and cheap to run 65p a litre LPG cheaper than any diesel and the grunt of a v8 , there are two sets of keys,brand new battery, spare wheel,locking wheel nut and the mot in till march 2020,gearbox has just had a full service and solenoid replaced got the receipt for £600 and warranty,now the bad bits lpg fuel gauge sometimes does not light up full tank but you know its on gas as the first light changes from red to green i use the trip counter to track miles car does around 200 miles on full tank of gas costing £32 the heater blowers work but never gets warm im guesting a thermastat ? easy fix for someone,or it could be something else

looking into a ML55 AMG from 2001 with 211000km. generally speaking, can I be confident to buy at a fair price and expect it to run (how long?). it's supposed to be well maintained.

I have an opportunity to buy 1 today in grand Rapids, MI for $800.00 It's in limp mode and the transmission wont shitf out of first, thank you, KZfaq for fixing tutorials and what to check

How tu buy an W163 ML270: Check if it has a manual gearbox Checki if there is a hock for the trailer. Make sure its the blue colour Make sure you have a car towing trailer. Congrats, you are now a typical eastern europian car importer/flipper

Good morning, is it possible to have an ML 350 year 2005, be a special edition and a limited edition? at the same time in the same car? Muchas gracias, Saludos desde México.

You can buy these so cheap now so if it needs some repairs who cares 😜😀

Thank you very much for uploading.

NICE VIDEO, ILOVE YOUR VIDS, VERY NICE, MAKE A VIDEO ABOUT THE MERCEDES W124 AND THE COUPE VERSION PLS, BIG HUGS FROM PORTUGAL :)

I bought a 2009 Mercedes ml320 bluetec with 119,000 miles for only $9k. It has an oil leak. Do you know how much to fix the leak? I live in Los Angeles, CA

Can someone tell me the right color code for the Greg one or is it silver??

My 2003 ML500 goes like a rocket. Black with cream leather. Done 293,000 kms, replaced front shocks but the ride can still be a bit bouncy at times.

400,000 kms now - issues have been MAF sensor (twice), alternator, passenger airbag sensor and leaking diesel injectors - now it is overheating slightly so suspect either the radiator needs a back flush, thermostat or a fan issue. So cheap to buy but parts so expensive.

What will you say about ML350 2007 4matic?

So im thinking to buy this car. Dont really like diesels but if I have to choose between 2,7 and 3,2, which would be easier and cheaper to maintain? I also would expect good torque, dont want a car that takes too much time to accelerate. Since this car is heavy, what would be the minimum/recommended HP to get a smooth acceleration?

Am in Nigeria.Can I get complete engine for w163 v8 and some other parts ?

Secondly, the gear transmission works fine but, when it is a neutral position it becomes stiff to now move it drive and other positions. This only happens when it is neutral position. Thanks

I got a ML 500 V8 Mercedes Benz SUV the problem I've got i can't find a rack pinion for it what other Mercedes is compatible for it my Mercedes Benz SUV is 2002

I need a front and rear upgraded bumper for this please

200 000 Km had my ML 270 CDI and it starts do not acelerate up than3000 RPM even steeping full throtle. No abnormal lights in the panel, no smoke, nothing else was wrong apart the 3000RPM. I take it to a workshop and there, after a few tests, they told me that the MAF sensor was malfunction. Was substituted and now it's ok.

What do you mean the very first Mercedes SUV? What about the G class?

Just bought ml55 amg awesome suv

My own is not starting that is what is disturbing me now it will start a few of the engine it will not start again what do I need to do

I have a 2001 l like it ,is like a little tank.

Good Video

Could you say a few good things about this car?

Fuel gauge can be a problem sometimes when they are reading quarter full they are actually empty also rust around the door handles infection ⛽ pump other wise a great reliable 4x4

ML 270 CDI 2002, some issues so far: fan tempture sensor failure, Wheel Sensors that stop the car while runing, very dangerously, Power boost failure from the break pump + regular diesel maintnance issues. with 160k Kilometers only.

I own a 2004 ML350 Mercedes & im in Spartanburg Sc needing to figure out why the car acts like it does not want to pull whem mashing on the gas? Also what does it mean when you see a pair of plyers or a ranch followed by a -80 number as the car is first cranked up?

I bought ml 55 , and if not mention fuel, Ian happy with

Hi. Good video. Owner manual indicates that gear box came sealed and it is not necesary change gear box oil. What do you think about this? Thanks

I have one ML 270 from 2005 that I bought less than two years ago. In my oppinion is a great car, even very short time after I bought it, I saw a dark liquid under the intake manifold, dirtying the oil coller; well, it was a clearance in the axis of the small butterflies that are inside the intake manifold; the butterflies are made on plastic. Were taked off and the holes were closed with bolts and nuts and since then nothing bad happen. It runs wery well, automatic transmission, runs fast, easy to drive, precise in driving, my car counts now 140 000 km comproved by Mercedes. I think that those butterflies, wish I do not know the correct name in English, should be refer in the video because it will happen to all 270 CDI engine. dcr, very nice video. Thanks.

I found a 02 m class 320 that drives but wont go over 60....its 900 bucks i was honna reset it to factory specs with a small ccomputer hack. You think its a giod deal

Thanks

Thanks for this unique information. My sister is trying to send me the 2000 model in 2020 because it's what my financial capabilities can handle. Please sir ; do you advise that I should buy it? And hope I will not regret it? This is my first car.

Can soone tell me is ML 400 CDI V8 2002 GOOD ENGINE I WANT TO BUY BCS IST CHEAP AND LUXURY.

You forgot about the premature wear of the balance shaft sprockets/chain. The ML320 is notorious for this. It is a very expensive repair.

My wife car is ML400 and is a beast,guess what happened---now I drive that car every single day...for 6 years only one problem-generator failed and that's it 100$coast .....(one note-if the engine is diesel and the mass air flow senior (MAF or debitmeter)fails then you will never know about that problem because the car use like 1ltr more fuel but you have 10 or 20 h.p. more depends what engine you have 270cdi or 400cdi,,,I know that because I don't use MAF because my NOS system,when the MAF was out I have 22h.p more and that was a good surprise,,,,,,,,,and if you take off the air filter then you have 10/15h.p. more-but that isn't something good for the engine but for one drag racing will help you ....)Greetings from Bulgaria!

Would you have any more detailed info about the ML 400 CDI? I found a really nice 2001 model, and playing with the thought to have a diesel V8. I was thinking that it is probably cheaper to maintain it than an ML500 or ML55 because the big difference in consumption, but since you said it's expensive to maintain... not sure... what do you think?

Those are the same wheels they used to put on the SLK R170 :) Review some fun cars already man ;)

Hi, I have problem with my driver's side door lock, it is not locking but other doors locks

ahoj video ohľadom Passatu B6? zaujíma ma aj motor 3.2 fsi VS 2.0 tfsi ďakujem

I have an ML 320 year 1999, drives wonderfully but only problem is cranking but not starting! Infuriatingly you can leave it for a hour then try again and sometimes it will start although I suspect fuel pump is at fault. I have not changed it as the motor is starting fine for last two weeks. These diagnostic tests are hit and miss and never actually prove the precise fault so I am not wasting money replacing fuel pump until it gives up 100%

I only see old Haitian folks in Florida driving old ML’s and they’re always busted up lol

my 200 ml320 has a bad secondary air pump. i hear that is a common issue and rather expensive to fix. so far my plan is to send the ecu off to have someone write the code out for the pump rather than replacing it with a new $800 pump that does next to nothing for the overall performance. anyone agree or have a comment to add please do.

I have a 2002 ML320...absolutely love it!! Best vehicle I have ever owned. It has over 200,000 miles on it and still runs very well. However, I have been dealing with a health issue for all of 2019. The vehicle was not driven from January to August. Finally I was able to drive it a little in late August and early September and it seemed to be fine. However, in early October it wouldn't start and I was told it needed a new starter. Got a new Bosch starter and had it installed, also put in a new Hella Starter Relay. Still wouldn't start. The diagnostics said that something is draining power from the battery. Have you ever come across this problem and what would be the solution?

Problems on my 2000 ML 500. Window motor broke. Sun Roof Broke.A/C would stop blowing cold unless you turned off the motor and reset some relay under the dash. Coolant recovery bottle broke.

Q: How do you ruin a whole model of Mercedes? A: Build it in the U.S.A

Is it me or is it just impossible to find ML 500?

First!

I have W 163 ......This very good car !!!

on my 21st birthday my dad is gonna buy me one but a red one

My Friend and I had an ML CDI 400 to Repair in His Garage, it was the most pain in the ASS this car, Daimler can not help you by this Engine, We work for 3 month on this car. I like ML i will buy a ML 430 or 55 but no v8 400 Diesel!!!!! i Have to say the car is still first Hand and the Gearbox was total destroyd cause the owner have a big heavy Trailer. And also my Friend is a Engineer and a Metall working expert, He Repairs and Builds Mercedes his hole life. and we Hate this 400 CDI ML. The other ones are Graet

The facelift was from late 2002 early 2003.

Problem number one is made in US

Can’t understand him and the background music doesn’t t help

6 speed manual gearbox not 5

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Hillbilly benz is the best benz!

ML was innovator other suvs are imitators

sadly the facelifted model is not available in a broad number of markets, better go with the BMW X5, wich coast about the same and is a lot better.

I've always hated the way the first gen looked.

You-need-more-accurate-information-before-doing-this-video.