R
never touch the battery first. To discharge
a possible electrostatic charge, step out of
the vehicle first and touch the bodywork.
R do not wipe the battery using a cloth. The
battery may explode as a result of electro-
static charge or due to flying sparks.
! Before loosening the terminal clamps of
the battery, switch off the engine and
remove the key or, on vehicles with KEY-
LESS GO*, make sure that the ignition is
not switched on. In the instrument cluster,
all of the indicator lamps must be out. Oth-
erwise, you may destroy electronic compo-
nents, such as the alternator.
i Mercedes-Benz recommends that you
have work involving the battery, e.g.
removal, charging and replacement, car-
ried out at a qualified specialist workshop,
e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
The battery is located under the front seat on
the right-hand side when viewed in the direc-
tion of travel. Disconnecting the battery
G
Risk of accident
If the battery is disconnected:
R the brake boosting effect will not be avail-
able. Greater braking force will then be
required and brake pedal travel will be lon-
ger. If necessary, depress the brake pedal
with maximum force.
R the transmission is locked in position P
! Always disconnect the battery in
the order described below. Never swap the
battery terminals. You may otherwise dam-
age the vehicle electronics. X
Firmly depress the parking brake and move
the transmission to position P.
X Position the right-hand front seat as far for-
wards as possible.
X Switch off all electrical consumers (e.g.
radio, blower, etc.). X
Get into the rear compartment.
X Remove battery cover :under the right-
hand front seat. X
Use a sharp knife on carpet ;to cut along
the dashed white line until you reach the
perforated part.
X Position the right-hand front seat at its rear-
most position. Battery
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