Mercedes Benz 2007 r 320 cdi User Manual

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Practical hints
Battery
Connect the positive lead to the posi-
tive terminal and fasten it’s cover 
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Connect the negative lead to the nega-
tive terminal (
Charging the battery
If the battery is discharged, the battery can 
be charged using the jump-start contacts 
located in the engine compartment 
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Charge the battery in accordance with 
the instructions of the battery charger 
manufacturer.
Batteries contain materials that can harm 
the environment if disposed of improperly. 
Large 12-volt storage batteries contain 
lead. Recycling of batteries is the preferred 
method of disposal. Many states require 
sellers of batteries to accept old batteries 
for recycling.
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Never invert the terminal connections!
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The following procedures must be carried 
out following any interruption of battery power 
(e.g. due to disconnection):
Set the clock (
Vehicles with COMAND system with naviga-
tion module*: Time and date are set auto-
matically.
Synchronize the door windows 
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Synchronize the power tilt/sliding sunroof* 
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Synchronize the power tilt/sliding panel* 
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Synchronize the power folding exterior rear 
view mirrors* (
Warning!
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Never charge a battery while still installed in 
the vehicle unless the accessory battery 
charge unit approved by Mercedes-Benz is 
being used. Gases may escape during charg-
ing and cause explosions that may result in 
paint damage, corrosion or personal injury.
An accessory battery charge unit specially 
adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and 
tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is 
available, permitting the charging of the 
battery in its installed position. Contact an 
authorized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck 
Center for information and availability. 
Charge battery in accordance with the 
separate instructions for the accessory 
battery charger.