Mercedes-Benz 2003 C 240 Automobile User Manual


 
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Practical hints
Battery
1 Negative terminal
2 Positive terminal cover
Disconnecting the battery
̈ Turn off all electrical consumers.
̈ Open the hood ( page 235).
̈ Remove the filter box.
̈ Disconnect the battery negative
lead 1.
̈ Remove the cover 2 from the positive
terminal.
̈ Disconnect the battery positive lead.
Removing the battery
̈ Remove the screw-nuts securing the
battery.
̈ Remove the battery bracket.
̈ Take out the battery.
Charging and reinstalling the battery
̈ Charge battery in accordance with the
instructions of the battery charger
manufacturer.
̈ Reinstall the charged battery. Follow
the previously described steps in re-
verse order.
Warning! G
With a disconnected battery
ț you will no longer be able to turn the key
in the starter switch will have no effect
ț the selector lever will remain locked in
position P
Warning! G
Never charge a battery while still installed in
the vehicle. Gases may escape during charg-
ing and cause explosions that may result in
paint damage, corrosion or personal injury.