Practical hints
Jump starting
Jump starting
transmission which is not covered by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Charge battery in accordance with the
separate instructions for the accessory
battery charger.
G 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.
!
Jump starting should only be performed
using the jump-start terminals located in
the engine compartment (wagon).
Have batteries charged at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. If you charge the
batteries yourself, follow the operating
instructions for your charging device.
Only use a battery charge unit with a
maximum charging voltage of 14.8 V.
Avoid repeated and lengthy starting
attempts.
Do not attempt to start the engine using a
battery quick-charge unit.
If the engine does not run after several
unsuccessful starting attempts, have it
checked at the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Excessive unburned fuel generated by
repeated failed starting attempts may
damage the catalytic converter21 and may
present a fire risk.
Make sure the jumper cables do not have
loose or missing insulation.
Make sure the cable clamps do not touch
any other metal part while the other end is
still attached to a battery.
Never lean over batteries while connecting
or jump starting. You might get injured.
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.
X Charge battery in accordance with the
instructions of the battery charger
manufacturer.
Attempting to jump start a frozen battery
can result in it exploding, causing personal
injury.
Read all instructions before proceeding.
!
Do not tow-start the vehicle. You could
otherwise seriously damage the automatic
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Vehicles with gasoline engine only.
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Product Specification
Categories | Mercedes-Benz E-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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Tags | Mercedes-Benz E300, Mercedes-Benz E320 BlueTec, Mercedes-Benz E350, Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG, Mercedes-Benz W211 |
Model Year | 2009 |
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