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Old Oct 20, 2024 | 11:46 PM
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New to me 2013 ML 550

Hey All,

I just purchased a new to me 2013 ML 550. I;m just getting to know her and I have questions that I hope I can get help with. First of all, how can I tell what trim I have based on VIN? 2nd, I don't see how I can get into a sport or manual mode so I can use the paddle shifters. I appreciate any help I can get and hope to interact with you all more so in the future. My intent today was to look at a few ML350's to potentially buy but my 1st stop was a dealership who had a very good conditioned ML550...I was sold on the test drive

2013 ML 550 at dealer

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Old Oct 20, 2024 | 11:47 PM
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and Also...Why do I see a "P" on my upper center of the dash while I'm driving... thanks again...
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More research...the P is for park assist and the trim or addons i have is lighting package and Premium 1 package...now to determine what that is.
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Old Oct 21, 2024 | 10:42 AM
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Premium 1 package:

The Premium 1 package for the 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML550 adds many features, including:
  • Navigation: A navigation system for route guidance and trip planning
  • Rearview camera: A rearview camera to help you see behind the vehicle
  • Power-folding mirrors: Power-folding mirrors for convenience
  • Auto-dimming mirrors: Auto-dimming mirrors for safety
  • Power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel: A power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel for comfort
  • Driver memory functions: Driver memory functions for convenience
  • Double sun visors: Double sun visors for comfort
  • 115-volt household power outlet: A 115-volt household power outlet for convenience
  • Satellite radio: Satellite radio for entertainment
  • iPod interface: An iPod interface for connecting your iPod to your vehicle
  • Six-CD/DVD changer: A six-CD/DVD changer for entertainment
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Old Oct 21, 2024 | 11:10 AM
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Originally Posted by chefred112
Hey All,

I just purchased a new to me 2013 ML 550. I;m just getting to know her and I have questions that I hope I can get help with. First of all, how can I tell what trim I have based on VIN? 2nd, I don't see how I can get into a sport or manual mode so I can use the paddle shifters. I appreciate any help I can get and hope to interact with you all more so in the future. My intent today was to look at a few ML350's to potentially buy but my 1st stop was a dealership who had a very good conditioned ML550...I was sold on the test drive

2013 ML 550 at dealer

2013 ML 550
Use the last vin website to check your ML550 equipment.
Mercedes VIN Decoder | Decode Your Mercedes-Benz VIN (lastvin.com)
You will know everything. You may get the window sticker from the dealer.
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lastvin.com will give you the details. Want the OEM window sticker? Monroneylabels.com can make one for you for a bit of cash.
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