Practical hints
Jump starting
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Jump starting
If the battery is discharged, the engine can
be started with jumper cables and the
battery of another vehicle. Observe the
following:
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Avoid repeated and lengthy starting
attempts.
Warning!
Failure to follow these directions will cause
damage to the electronic components, and
can lead to a battery explosion and severe
injury or death.
Do not attempt to start the engine
using a battery quick charge unit.
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Jump starting should only be performed
when the engine and catalytic con-
verter are cold.
If engine does not run after several
unsuccessful starting attempts, have it
checked at the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Never lean over batteries while connecting
or jump starting, you might get injured.
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Do not start the engine if the battery is
frozen. Let the battery thaw out first.
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.
Only jump start from batteries with the
same voltage rating (12 V). Jump
Excessive unburned fuel generated by
repeated failed starting attempts may
damage the catalytic converter and
may present a fire risk.
starting with a more powerful battery
could damage the vehicle’s electrical
system, which will not be covered by
the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
A battery will also produce hydrogen gas,
which is flammable and very explosive. Keep
flames or sparks away from battery, avoid
improper connection of jumper cables,
smoking, etc.
Make sure the jumper cables do not
have loose or missing insulation.
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Only use jumper cables with sufficient
cross-section and insulated terminal
clamps.
Make sure the cable clamps do not
touch any other metal part while the
other end is still attached to a battery.
Attempting to jump start a frozen battery
can result in it exploding, causing personal
injury.
Always make sure the jumper cables
are not on or near pulleys, fans, or oth-
er parts that move when an engine is
started or running.
Read all instructions before proceeding.
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Product Specification
Categories | Mercedes-Benz C-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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Tags | Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Mercedes-Benz C230, Mercedes-Benz C280, Mercedes-Benz C350, Mercedes-benz W203 |
Model Year | 2006 |
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