2009 Mercedes-Benz ML350
TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins)
Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2009 ML350 are official communications between Mercedes-Benz & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.
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TSB #LI46.15-P-058505
Creaking noise when making vertical or longitudinal adjustment to electrical steering column Read More »
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TSB #LI46-20P-055943
XENTRY (MERCEDES): RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM THE AREA OF THE STEERING COLUMN TUBE SYSTEM, WHEN DRIVING OVER ROUGH ROAD AND WHEN ACCELERATING OR BRAKING, THERE WOULD BE CRACKING NOISES. MODELS 164, 251. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. Read More »
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TSB #20-P-053398
XENTRY: RATTLING/THUMPING NOISES FROM THE AREA OF THE STEERING ON ROUGH ROADS OR WHEN DRIVING OVER ROAD UNDULATIONS. NO MODEL YEARS GIVEN. ALSO INCLUDED MODELS 168 AND 172. *JS Read More »
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TSB #LI46-20-P051767
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE STEERING IS LEAKING IN THE INPUT SHAFT, BELOW THE PROTECTIVE CAP. THERE IS WEAR ON A SEAL RING LOCATED IN THE CONTROL HEAD. *RM UPDATED 5/17/2012 *JS Read More »
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TSB #LI-80-57
MERCEDES-BENZ: DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES FOR THE DRIVER AUTHORIZATION SYSTEM. *RM Read More »
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TSB #LI46-10P-054715
MERCEDES (XENTRY): DUE TO AMINE DEPOSITS FROM STEERING WHEEL FOAM, HORN PLATE OF STEERING WHEEL, SHORT CIRCUITED, CAUSING THE MULTIFUNCTION BUTTONS, ON STEERING WHEEL, TO BE NON-FUNCTIONAL. MODELS 164, 251. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. Read More »
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TSB #LI46-20P-055943
XENTRY (MERCEDES): RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM THE AREA OF THE STEERING COLUMN TUBE SYSTEM, WHEN DRIVING OVER ROUGH ROAD AND WHEN ACCELERATING OR BRAKING, THERE WOULD BE CRACKING NOISES. MODELS 164, 251. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. Read More »
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TSB #LI46-20P-055943
XENTRY (MERCEDES): RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM THE AREA OF THE STEERING COLUMN TUBE SYSTEM, WHEN DRIVING OVER ROUGH ROAD AND WHEN ACCELERATING OR BRAKING, THERE WOULD BE CRACKING NOISES. MODELS 164, 251. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. Read More »
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TSB #LI46-20-P051767
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE STEERING IS LEAKING IN THE INPUT SHAFT, BELOW THE PROTECTIVE CAP. THERE IS WEAR ON A SEAL RING LOCATED IN THE CONTROL HEAD. *RM UPDATED 5/17/2012 *JS Read More »
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TSB #LI-46-35-P054316
XENTRY (MERCEDES); ELECTRIC STEERING CONTROL UNIT, IN SOME VEHICLES, HAS IMPLAUSIBLE FAULT ENTRY DUE TO SOFTWARE NEEDING UPDATING. MODELS ML 350. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE Read More »
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TSB #LI32.20-P-057942
Thumping noises from front axle when driving over bumps on road. Read More »
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TSB #SB-32-25-82
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM Read More »
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TSB #SB-32-25-82
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM Read More »
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TSB #TB-P-047927
MERCEDES: FOLLOWING FAULT CODES ARE ENTERED IN THE CONTROL UNIT AND DISPLAYED-FC5320 DRAIN VALVE:OPEN CIRCUIT OR INSUFFICIENT VALVE CURRENT IN MODELS SERIES 211, 219; FC5260 DRAIN VALVE OPEN CIRCUIT OR INSUFFICIENT VALVE CURRENT IN MODEL ... Read More »
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TSB #TB-P-047927
MERCEDES: FOLLOWING FAULT CODES ARE ENTERED IN THE CONTROL UNIT AND DISPLAYED-FC5320 DRAIN VALVE:OPEN CIRCUIT OR INSUFFICIENT VALVE CURRENT IN MODELS SERIES 211, 219; FC5260 DRAIN VALVE OPEN CIRCUIT OR INSUFFICIENT VALVE CURRENT IN MODEL ... Read More »
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TSB #SB-32-25-82
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM Read More »
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TSB #SB-32-25-82
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM Read More »
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TSB #LI-33-25
MERCEDES-BENZ: AT THE FRONT WHEEL BEARING THERE IS A LOUD KNOCK SOUND WHEN GOING AROUND A CORNER AT SLOW SPEEDS. THERE IS AN INSUFFICIENT FIT AT THE BEARINGS. *RM UPDATED 10/14/11. *PE UPDATED 6/19/13. Read More »
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TSB #SB-32-25-82
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM Read More »
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TSB #SB-32-25-82
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM Read More »
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TSB #SB-32-25-82
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM Read More »
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TSB #SB-32-25-82
MERCEDES-BENZ: SHOCK ABSORBER PROCEDURE. *RM Read More »
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TSB #LI05 20-P-067123
Oil in engine wiring harness Read More »
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TSB #LI07.08-P-060993
Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up in instrument cluster, fault code U145400: "Implausible data were received from the ethanol sensor" Read More »
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TSB #NCU-2023060005
Mercedes-Benz AG ("MBAG"), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (??A?A?MY??A?A?) 2009-2012 GL-Class, ML-Class, R-Class, and S-Class (164/166, 251, 221 platforms) vehicles, the coding for ... Read More »
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TSB #LI18.30-P-055434
Traces of oil in area of oil cooler (inner V) on engine 642 Read More »
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TSB #LI14.20-P-052079
Engine diagnosis warning lamp lights up - Fault code entry (FC) 14A600 or 14A700 Read More »
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TSB #16-P-053009
XENTRY: MERCEDES BENZ: VEHICLE STUMBLES AND BUCKS FOR A FEW MINUTES AFTER A COLD START WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE IS LOW (NO DTCS). ENGINE RUNS ROUGH IN A WARM UP PHASE. NO MODEL YEARS GIVEN. *JS Read More »
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TSB #LI-05-20-P
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS ON WITH MULTIPLE POSSIBLE TROUBLE CODES STORED. THERE COULD BE A PROBLEM WITH THE CAMSHAFT AND/OR SCORING OF A PISTON. *RM Read More »
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TSB #LI-07-08
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE STARTER CLICKS BUT DOES NOT CRANK WHEN TRYING TO START. A VOLTAGE DIP IS CAUSING THE IGNITION PROCEDURE TO FAIL. *RM Read More »
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TSB #LI-47-30
MERCEDES (XENTRY): ENGINE DIAGNOSIS WARNING LAMP ACTIVATED. MAGNETIC SHORT BETWEEN ARMATURE AND POLE CORE DUE TO CALIBRATION ERROR AT VALVE AND TOLERANCE DEVIATION BY SUPPLYING MANUFACTURER. Read More »
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TSB #LI-58-40
XENTRY (MERCEDES): ENGINE WARNING LAMP IS CURRENTLY ON OR WAS ON AND A DELAY FAULT OF THE CAMSHAFT ADJUST TO CURRENT OR STORED IN THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT. MODELS 171, 203, 209, 211, 219, 221, 216, 230, 164, 251, AND 403. Read More »
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TSB #LI03-20-P-048278
MERCEDES (XENTRY): ENGINE MAKES NOISE, TICKING/CRACKLING AT IDLE SPEEDS UP TO APPROX. 1500 RPM. RUN IN EFFECT OF 1ST CRANKSHAFT MAIN BEARING. MODELS 211, 219, 164, 251, 203, 204, 209, 221, 461 AND 463. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. Read More »
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TSB #SB-2009120003
MERCEDES BENZ: CHECK COOLANT PROTECTION LEVEL OF THE HYBRID POWER ELECTRONICS MODULE AND HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY, CORRECT IF NECESSARY. MODEL AND MY 164 2010. *PE Read More »
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TSB #LI-47-30
MERCEDES (XENTRY): ENGINE DIAGNOSIS WARNING LAMP ACTIVATED. MAGNETIC SHORT BETWEEN ARMATURE AND POLE CORE DUE TO CALIBRATION ERROR AT VALVE AND TOLERANCE DEVIATION BY SUPPLYING MANUFACTURER. Read More »
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TSB #LI47.20-P-054958
Combination message: "Clean fuel filter" is displayed. The fault code 162500 (water level message - Bosch) or P226997 (water level message - Delphi) or 171600 (filter load - Bosch) is stored in the engine control unit. Read More »
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TSB #SB-47-20-56
MERCEDES: ENSURING UNOBSTRUCTED MOVEMENT FOR THE FUEL LEVEL SENSOR. WHEN INSTALLING THE LEFT OR RIGHT FUEL LEVEL SENSOR, IT IS ESSENTIAL FOR IT TO HAVE UNRESTRICTED, UNOBSTRUCTED MOVEMENT. Read More »
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TSB #LI35 30-P-058566
Throttle lift-off clunking noises at drive shafts of rear axle Read More »
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TSB #LI27.19-P-056151
With an unfavorable sensor position and high rpms, the sensor may deliver incorrect rpm values and the transmission control unit may detect overspeeding. Read More »
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TSB #LI-27-60-P049270
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE AUTO-TRANSMISSION SWITCHES TO LIMP HOME MODE OR HAS NO POWER. THERE ARE MULTIPLE POSSIBLE FAULT CODES. A PISTON MAY BE DAMAGED. *RM Read More »
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TSB #LI-27-60-P049270
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE AUTO-TRANSMISSION SWITCHES TO LIMP HOME MODE OR HAS NO POWER. THERE ARE MULTIPLE POSSIBLE FAULT CODES. A PISTON MAY BE DAMAGED. *RM Read More »
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TSB #15-P-050245
XENTRY: MERCEDES BENZ: GRUNTING/CREAKING SOUND FROM THE AREA OF THE FRONT AXLE WHEN BRAKING, DRIVING OVER SURFACE UNDULATIONS, NEGOTIATING TIGHT CORNERS, OR WHILE MANEUVERING. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. Read More »
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TSB #NCU-2023060005
Mercedes-Benz AG ("MBAG"), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that on certain Model Year (??A?A?MY??A?A?) 2009-2012 GL-Class, ML-Class, R-Class, and S-Class (164/166, 251, 221 platforms) vehicles, the coding for ... Read More »
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TSB #LI91.10-P-050164
Noises from the mounting of the rear weight sensing system (WSS) sensors Read More »
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TSB #LI68.20-P-053607
Noise in center console area of W166. Read More »
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TSB #LI67.30-P-052837
Side windows may make noises when closing and opening, or reverse direction when closing. Read More »
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TSB #LI67.30-P-055417
Side windows may make noises when closing and opening, or reverse direction when closing. Read More »
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TSB #LI49.20-P-056353
Engine diagnosis warning lamp active. Fault code 20BE1B and/or 20BD1B (The heating element of the AdBlue tank has a malfunction) is logged in the Blue-Tec control unit. Read More »
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TSB #LI49.20-P-056353
Engine diagnosis warning lamp active. Fault code 20BE1B and/or 20BD1B (The heating element of the AdBlue tank has a malfunction) is logged in the Blue-Tec control unit. Read More »
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TSB #S-SC- 2013090008
This Service Campaign has been initiated because Daimler AG (DAG), the manufacturer of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, has determined that the mbrace software does not correspond to current production configuration. Read More »
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TSB #LI82.95-P-056655
Customer experiences low battery conditions, resulting in jump starts, and eventually requiring battery replacement. Read More »
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TSB #LI82.85-P-055695
The COMAND unit does not start or the COMAND display remains dark. The COMAND unit cannot be operated. Note: The problem disappears after a lengthy idle period (>6h) or after interrupting the power supply (circuit 30). Read More »
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TSB #P-B-54.10-225d
If it is necessary to replace an HV battery, the return will only be accepted with the filled-out ?Analysis Sheet for Transportability of High-Voltage Batteries Form? accompanied by: , the removed part, the quick test printout, the BMS ... Read More »
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TSB #LI-58-40
XENTRY (MERCEDES): ENGINE WARNING LAMP IS CURRENTLY ON OR WAS ON AND A DELAY FAULT OF THE CAMSHAFT ADJUST TO CURRENT OR STORED IN THE ENGINE CONTROL UNIT. MODELS 171, 203, 209, 211, 219, 221, 216, 230, 164, 251, AND 403. Read More »
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TSB #P-049567
MERCEDES: BATTERY SYMBOL AND SERVICE REQUIRED (IN WHITE). FAULT MESSAGE IS DISPLAYED IF THE CHARGE LEVEL IS TOO LOW OR THE PARK PAWL ADDITIONAL BATTERY IS DEFECTIVE. Read More »
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TSB #SB-2009120003
MERCEDES BENZ: CHECK COOLANT PROTECTION LEVEL OF THE HYBRID POWER ELECTRONICS MODULE AND HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY, CORRECT IF NECESSARY. MODEL AND MY 164 2010. *PE Read More »
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TSB #LI-07-08
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE STARTER CLICKS BUT DOES NOT CRANK WHEN TRYING TO START. A VOLTAGE DIP IS CAUSING THE IGNITION PROCEDURE TO FAIL. *RM Read More »
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TSB #LI-80-57
MERCEDES-BENZ: DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES FOR THE DRIVER AUTHORIZATION SYSTEM. *RM Read More »
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TSB #LI-07-08
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE STARTER CLICKS BUT DOES NOT CRANK WHEN TRYING TO START. A VOLTAGE DIP IS CAUSING THE IGNITION PROCEDURE TO FAIL. *RM Read More »
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TSB #P-049567
MERCEDES: BATTERY SYMBOL AND SERVICE REQUIRED (IN WHITE). FAULT MESSAGE IS DISPLAYED IF THE CHARGE LEVEL IS TOO LOW OR THE PARK PAWL ADDITIONAL BATTERY IS DEFECTIVE. Read More »
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TSB #LI27.19-P-056151
With an unfavorable sensor position and high rpms, the sensor may deliver incorrect rpm values and the transmission control unit may detect overspeeding. Read More »
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TSB #LI8270P055572
Mobile phone cotacts are not transferred completely. Read More »
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TSB #LI-46-35-P054316
XENTRY (MERCEDES); ELECTRIC STEERING CONTROL UNIT, IN SOME VEHICLES, HAS IMPLAUSIBLE FAULT ENTRY DUE TO SOFTWARE NEEDING UPDATING. MODELS ML 350. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE Read More »
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TSB #SCB-2010110005
MERCEDES BENZ: THERE IS A SOFTWARE PROBLEM RELATING TO THE TANK HEATER LINES. *RM Read More »
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TSB #LI-80-57
MERCEDES-BENZ: DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES FOR THE DRIVER AUTHORIZATION SYSTEM. *RM Read More »
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TSB #SB-20101100005
MERCEDES-BENZ: SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR HEATER LINES. *RM Read More »
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TSB #LI82.10-P-054588
Xenon burner inoperative or flickers Read More »
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TSB #LI82.10-P-064766
Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Read More »
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TSB #LI8210P0647661
Headlamps fogged. Read More »
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TSB #LI82.10-P-064766
Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Read More »
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TSB #LI67.30-P-052837
Side windows may make noises when closing and opening, or reverse direction when closing. Read More »
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TSB #LI67.30-P-055417
Side windows may make noises when closing and opening, or reverse direction when closing. Read More »
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TSB #S-B-67.00-29
Since 12/2012 (model 166) and since 06/2013 (model 242) the glass breakage loops are no longer in the side windows and rear window. Suitable interior protection ensures that the interior monitoring function continues to operate correctly. Read More »
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TSB #LI77.21-P-072113
Creaking noise from fixed glass section of panoramic roof in area of rear passenger compartment grab handles Read More »
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TSB #TakataRecall
Additional information around the recent recall announcement affecting approximately 705,983 Mercedes-Benz passenger vehicles involving Takata driver-side airbags containing PSDl-5 type inflators Read More »
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TSB #RecallUpdate
Recall Campaign announcement for Takata driver airbags. Read More »
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TSB #SB-91-60-193
MERCEDES: AIRBAG DURABILITY AND RELIABILITY. AIR BAG SRS CONTROL MODULE (N2/2) DOES NOT HAVE A SET SHELF LIFE AND WILL NORMALLY BE RELIABLE FOR THE LIFE OF A VEHICLE. Read More »
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TSB #40-P-052794
MERCEDES BENZ: FRONT OR REAR SEAT BELT DOES NOT ROLL UP CORRECTLY. DIRT DEPOSITS ON THE SEAT BELT GUIDE DUE TO SOILED SEAT BELT. ALSO INCLUDED MODELS 169, F CELL, 246, AND 231. NO MODEL YEARS GIVEN. Read More »
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TSB #LI-91-40-P050718
XENTRY(MERCEDES): BULLETIN PROVIDED REGARDING CONTROL UNIT DETECTING AN UNDERVOLTAGE AFTER BUCKLING UP (BELT SLACK ELIMINATION) DURING SEAT BELT ADJUSTMENT SEQUENCE. *PE UPDATED 5/23/12. Read More »
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TSB #LI-72-00-P
XENTRY: OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE NO LONGER RETURNS TO END POSITION. DUE TO A BENT PIN IN THE DYNAMIC BALANCER, THE SUPPORT SPRING OF THE BEARING BRACKET CAN SLIDE OUT OF PLACE OR BECOME UNHOOKED. MODELS 164, 251, 166, 204, 212. Read More »
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TSB #LI91.18-P-077075
Crease formation on genuine leather seat covers in vehicles with low mileage ??A?A? Objects left on the seats for extended periods of time (pressure marks). ??A?A? Objects wedged between the seat backrest and seat cushion (e.g. Read More »
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TSB #LI91.25-P-059380
Pneumatic comfort systems with insufficient performance, entirely inoperative or leaky. Read More »
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TSB #LI91-22-P-048771
MERCEDES: THE ELECTRICALLY FOLDING 3RD SEAT ROW MAKES NOISES WHILE FOLDING UP AND DOWN, OR THE FOLDING FUNCTION DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. A WARNING MESSAGE ABOUT LOCKING THE 3RD SEAT ROW MAY ALSO APPEAR IN THE DISPLAY. Read More »
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TSB #SB-P-047928
MERCEDES: ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP), STABILITY CONTROL (SR). REFERENCES REVISED AND REFERENCE TO AF DELETED/SUPERSEDES DTB TB 42.45/42. ESP LAMP ON. CONTACT FAULT AT CONNECTION FOR ESP CONTROL UNIT MK25 (N47). Read More »
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TSB #LI68.20-P-070037
Armrest In Center Console (Front) Only Opens On One Side Or Not At All - Model Series 167 Read More »
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TSB #LI82.10-P-064766
Lamp unit fogged or droplets forming. Due to the vent openings, the lamp unit is an "open system". This means that acidic gases, moisture, dirt and exhaust gases can penetrate it. This can result in deposits on the diffuser and lens. Read More »
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TSB #NCU - HVAC Warra
To enhance the satisfaction of our customers, avoid further costs of litigation and return focus to its core businesses, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) has entered into a settlement regarding claims relating to alleged mold and mildew ... Read More »
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TSB #LI68.20-P-053607
Noise in center console area of W166. Read More »
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TSB #GI88.40-P-057430
Message in instrument cluster "DISTRONIC PLUSCurrently Unavailable - See Owner's Manual" Read More »
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TSB #C1A140101
This Customer 1 Action has been initiated because certain mbrace subscribers were recently contacted by mbrace informing them that they need to have an i-button call performed to ensure their mbrace device has registered with the ... Read More »
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TSB #SB-91-40-192
MERCEDES: REPLACING THE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR. WHEN REPLACING THE LEFT FRONT REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR (A76) OR THE RIGHT FRONT REVERSIBLE EMERGENCY TENSIONING RETRACTOR (A76/1), RETURN THE DAMAGED PART TO THE ... Read More »
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TSB #TSB-2009020004
MERCEDES: IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT THE TELE AID MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY AS A RESULT OF A HARDWARE FAULT IN THE TELE AID CONTROL MODULE. Read More »
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TSB #LI-68-50
MERCEDES-BENZ: THE LOAD COMPARTMENT ROLLER BLIND HAS CATCH BOLTS LOOSE OR BROKEN FROM IMPROPER FORCE WHEN USING. *RM Read More »
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TSB #LI8330P0496447
No cooling output, fault code 9006 stored in air conditioning control unit. Read More »
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TSB #TSB-2009020004
MERCEDES: IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT THE TELE AID MAY NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY AS A RESULT OF A HARDWARE FAULT IN THE TELE AID CONTROL MODULE. Read More »