Battery
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SmartKey is in the starter switch or
Do not rub the battery with rags or cloths. The
battery could explode if touched due to
electrostatic charge or due to spark
formation.
KEYLESS-GO button is in position 1.
Otherwise the alternator and other
electronic components could be severely
damaged.
!
The battery is a Valve-Regulated Lead
Acid (VRLA) battery, also referred to as
“fleece” battery.
Have the battery checked regularly at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Refer to Maintenance Booklet for
maintenance intervals or contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for
further information.
Such batteries do not require topping-up of
the electrolyte level. VRLA batteries
therefore do not have cell caps and the
battery cover is non-removable. Do not
attempt to open the battery as otherwise
the battery will be damaged.
VRLA batteries do not require topping-up of
the electrolyte level. They cannot be
opened to check the electrolyte level.
However, the battery condition must be
checked periodically by performing a
battery conductance test. Refer to
Maintenance Booklet for battery condition
testing intervals.
i Make sure the vehicle’s on-board
electronics have status 0 when you turn off
the engine and no longer require any
electrical consumers. The vehicle then
uses very little power and the battery is
spared.
i If the battery is discharged, you must use
the mechanical key to unlock the vehicle.
i After battery power was interrupted, do
the following:
The factory-equipped battery may only be
replaced with a battery that
RSynchronize the power windows
(
Y page 256).
Rhas the same security features
RSynchronize the exterior rear view
mirrors (Y page 248).
Ris of identical size
Ris of identical voltage
Ris of identical capacity
Battery location
!
As any other battery, the battery may
The battery is located in the engine
discharge if you do not operate the vehicle compartment on the passenger side.
for an extended period of time. Have the
battery disconnected at a qualified
X Open the hood (Y page 322).
workshop or an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center in such a case. You may also
connect an accessory battery charge unit
expressly approved by Mercedes-Benz for
your vehicle model to maintain the battery
charge. Contact an authorized Mercedes-
Benz Center for further information.
The battery, the battery ventilation hose
and the lateral plug must always be
securely installed when the vehicle is in
operation.
: Negative terminal
!
Never loosen or detach battery terminal
clamps while the engine is running or the
; Positive terminal with positive terminal
cover
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz Manuals, Mercedes-Benz SLS-Class Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes Benz C197 |
| Model Year | 2011 |
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