battery replacement MERCEDES-BENZ G55AMG 2007 W463 Owner's Manual

376 Practical hints
Replacing SmartKey batteries
If the batteries in the SmartKey are
discharged, the vehicle can no longer be
locked or unlocked. It is recommended to
have the batteries replaced at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Batteries contain materials that can harm
the environment if disposed of improperly.
Recycling of batteries is the preferred
method of disposal. Many states require
sellers of batteries to accept old batteries
for recycling.Replacement batteries: Lithium, type
CR 2025 or equivalent.
Remove the mechanical key from the
SmartKey (
page 370).
1Mechanical key
2Slide
3Battery compartment
Insert mechanical key1 in direction
of the arrow in side opening.
Using mechanical key1, push gray
slide2 to unlatch battery
compartment3.
Pull battery compartment3 out of the
housing in direction of the arrow.4Battery
5Contact spring
Remove discharged batteries4 in
direction of the arrow.
Using a lint-free cloth, insert new
batteries under contact spring5 with
the positive terminal (+) facing up.
Return battery compartment3 into
the housing until it locks into place.
Slide mechanical key1 back into the
SmartKey.
Check the operation of the SmartKey.
Warning!G
Keep the batteries out of reach of children.
If a battery is swallowed, seek medical help
immediately.
iWhen inserting the batteries, make sure
they are clean and free of lint.
iWhen replacing batteries, always replace
both batteries.
The required replacement batteries are available
at any Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.

408 Practical hints
Fuses
Opening fuse box
Open the rear door on the passenger
side.
1Mounting screw
2Cover
Unscrew mounting screws1.
Remove cover2 in direction of the
arrow.
Fuse box in battery box
The battery box is located under a cover in
the rear footwell.
Replacement of fuses can only be
performed at a Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Center.