2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS550 CLS63 AMG Owners Manual

Practical hints
Jump starting
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Jump starting
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Do not start the engine if the battery is
frozen. Let the battery thaw out first.
Warning!
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Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Avoid repeated and lengthy starting
attempts.
Only jump start from batteries with the
same voltage rating (12 V). Jump start-
ing with a higher voltage battery could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system,
which will not be covered by the
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 bat-
tery quick charge unit.
If the engine does not run after several unsuc-
cessful 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.
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Excessive unburned fuel generated by repeated
failed starting attempts may damage the catalyt-
ic converter and may present a fire risk.
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Use only jumper cables with sufficient
cross-section and insulated terminal
clamps.
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.
Make sure the jumper cables do not have loose
or missing insulation.
Always make sure the jumper cables
are not on or near pulleys, fans or other
parts that move when the engine is
started or running.
Make sure the cable clamps do not touch any
other metal part while the other end is still at-
tached to a battery.
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.
If the battery is discharged, the engine can
be started with jumper cables and the bat-
tery of another vehicle. Observe the follow-
ing:
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Warning!
Keep flames or sparks away from battery.
Do not smoke.
Attempting to jump start a frozen battery
can result in it exploding, causing personal
injury.
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Jump starting should only be performed
when the engine and catalytic convert-
er are cold.
Observe all safety instructions and precau-
tions when handling automotive batteries
page 291).
Read all instructions before proceeding.
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