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Practical hints
Battery
Your vehicle’s battery is located in the 
engine compartment.
The battery should always be sufficiently 
charged in order to achieve its rated ser-
vice life. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for 
battery maintenance intervals.
If you use your vehicle mostly for 
short-distance trips, you will need to have 
the battery charge checked more 
frequently.
When replacing the battery, always use 
batteries approved by Mercedes-Benz.
If you do not intend to operate your vehicle 
for an extended period of time, consult an 
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center about 
steps you need to observe.
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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Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Warning!
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Observe all safety instructions and precau-
tions when handling automotive batteries. 
Risk of explosion.
Fire, open flames and smoking 
are prohibited when handling 
batteries. Avoid creating sparks.
Battery acid is caustic. Do not 
allow it to come into contact 
with skin, eyes or clothing. 
Wear suitable protective cloth-
ing, especially gloves, apron and 
faceguard.
Wear eye protection.
Rinse any acid spills immediate-
ly with clear water. Contact a 
physician if necessary.
Keep children away.
Follow the instructions in this 
Operator’s Manual.