battery replacement MERCEDES-BENZ SLK320 2003 R170 Owner's Manual

212 Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyChanging batteries in remote control
If the batteries in the remote control 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 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.1Release button for key
2Battery cover
Replacement batteries: Lithium, type
CR 2025 or equivalent.

Press release button1 on the remote
control.
The key folds out.

Pull off battery cover2 in direction of
arrow.

Remove the batteries.

Insert new batteries with the plus (+)
side facing up.

Press battery cover onto housing until
it engages.
Warning!
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Keep the batteries out of reach of children.
If a battery is swallowed, seek medical help
immediately.iWhen changing batteries, always re-
place both batteries.
When changing batteries, make sure
that new batteries are clean and free of
lint.
The required replacement batteries are
available at any Mercedes-Benz
Center.
iAfterwards, test the remote control to
see if it is functioning properly. If you
still cannot lock or unlock the vehicle,
synchronize the remote control
(page 213).