Practical hints
Battery
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Battery
The battery is located in front of the rear
seat bench and below the cup holder
Charging the battery
Warning!
Warning!
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Do not place metal objects on the battery as
this could result in a short circuit.
Warning!
Never charge a battery while still installed in
the vehicle unless the accessory battery
charge unit* approved by Mercedes-Benz is
being used. Gases may escape during charg-
ing and cause explosions that may result in
paint damage, corrosion or personal injury.
Use leak-proof battery only to avoid the risk
of acid burns in the event of an accident.
Failure to follow these instructions can re-
sult in severe injury or death.
Observe all safety instructions and precau-
tions when handling automotive batteries
Batteries contain materials that can harm
the environment if disposed of improperly.
Large 12 volt storage batteries contain
lead.
(୴ page 247).
Never lean over batteries while connecting,
you might get injured.
An accessory battery charge unit* specially
adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and
tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is
available, permitting the charging of the bat-
tery in its installed position. Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Center for information and availability.
Charge battery in accordance with the sepa-
rate instructions for the accessory battery
charger*.
Recycling of batteries is the preferred
method of disposal. Many states require
sellers of batteries to accept old batteries
for recycling.
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not
allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes,
skin or clothing. In case it does, immediately
flush affected area with water and seek
medical help if necessary.
A battery will also produce hydrogen gas,
which is flammable and explosive. Keep
flames or sparks away from battery, avoid
improper connection of jumper cables,
smoking, etc.
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz G-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes Benz W463, Mercedes-Benz G500, Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG |
| Model Year | 2005 |
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| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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