Battery Dead Problems of Mercedes Benz ML320

The battery failed and required replacement. A "group 49" battery is specified by the battery manufacturer's catalog. A group 49 battery was purchased, but did not fit. Research indicates that the subject battery was actually a group 93 battery, which is approximately 1/2 inch shorter. Research also indicates that several manufacturers are no longer making group 49 batteries but are either recommending group 93 batteries as the replacement or, as I found, applying group 49 labels to the group 93 battery. In my car installing a group 93 battery is unsafe, for two reasons. First, the battery hold-down strap is a non-adjustable, snap-fit type installation that will not function with the lower battery height. Second, the positive battery terminal must connect to two heavy cables (main power and accessory power cables) which must be forced down to install on the repositioned (lowered) positive battery post. Forcing the cables down causes them to ride hard on nearby installations and may cause failure of the insulation which could lead to a shock hazard or fire. The initial information on the transition from group 49 to group 93 batteries came from the aaa representative who attempted to assist me with the failed battery. The mis-labeled battery was purchased at o'reilly auto parts on beach boulevard in westminster, California.

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I own a mercedes ml 320, 2001 model. The vehicle has had repeated failures since I purchased it new. The vehicle is now three years old and has 5700-0 miles on it. The most serious failures involve the fuel pump on this vehicle. The fuel pump has failed twice, with the most recent failure being 11/13/03. Large amounts of gas fumes fill the passenger compartment and a serious danger of explosion exist. The fuel pump location for this model is underneath the rear passenger seat and directly under where my children sit. Mercedes benz has been aware of the fuel pump problems for upwards of five years and have failed to correct it or acknowledge a problem with it. No recall or notices to the consumer. In addition the ml 320 model has a long list of other emmision failiures and overall failures. The fuel pump is the main item for my complaint and is a huge safety issue that should be looked into as well as their refusal to address the issue or acknowledge it. Other failures and issues on my car include: o-2 sensor, fuel filter, premature wear and replacement of brake pads (front and back), steering problems, throttle sticking at take off (at times), window motor, drivers side. Switch as failed twice in 57k miles and reason is switch is unable to handle designed amperage. Also a potential fire hazzard. No recall or notice and a repeated know part failure for this model year and other model years, rear emmission evaporator part. Also related to gas fumes in the interior of the vehicle and common failure item. (part name is not correct terminology), battery failure within one year, battery not designed for amperage load either and common failure. Also as fire risk. , numerous other failures that are not entirely safety related for this product. , a serious look into this vehicle and the companies actions regarding these repeated failures of fuel related items and other items is needed and requested.

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