Practical hints
Battery
!
The battery is a valve-regulated lead acid
(VRLA) battery, also referred to as “fleece” bat-
tery. Such batteries do not require topping-up of that has the same security features and is of
the electrolyte level. VRLA batteries therefore do identical size, voltage, and capacity as the
not have cell caps and the battery cover is
non-removable. Do not attempt to open the bat-
tery as otherwise the battery will be damaged.
! The factory-equipped VRLA battery is
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Warning!
leak-proofed. Only use a battery as replacement
Failure to follow these instructions can re-
sult in severe injury or death.
factory-equipped battery.
The battery, the battery ventilation hose
Observe all safety instructions and precau-
tions when handling automotive batteries
(୴ page 536) and the lateral plug (୴ page 536)
Even though VRLA batteries do not require top-
ping-up of the electrolyte level and cannot be
opened to check the electrolyte level, the bat-
tery condition must be checked periodically by
performing a battery conductance test. Refer to
Maintenance Booklet for battery condition test-
ing intervals.
must always be securely installed when the
vehicle is in operation.
(୴ page 530).
Never lean over batteries while connecting,
you might get injured.
Warning!
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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.
Jump starting must only be done using the
jump-start contacts located in the engine
compartment (୴ page 538).
As with any other battery, the battery may dis-
charge if the vehicle is not operated for an ex-
tended period of time. You can connect a battery
maintenance charge unit tested and approved
for use on your vehicle model or disconnect the
battery to prevent battery discharge. Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center
for more information.
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 GL-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz GL320 CDI, Mercedes-Benz GL450, Mercedes-Benz X164 |
| Model Year | 2007 |
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