Mercedes-Benz 2008 R 350 Automobile User Manual


 
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Practical hints
Battery
̈ Connect the positive lead to the posi-
tive terminal and fasten it’s cover
(
page 509).
̈ Connect the negative lead to the nega-
tive terminal (
page 509).
Charging the battery
If the battery is discharged, the battery can
be charged using the jump-start contacts
located in the engine compartment
(
page 512).
̈ 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.
!
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):
ț Set the clock (page 176).
Vehicles with COMAND system with naviga-
tion module*: Time and date are set auto-
matically.
ț Synchronize the door windows
(
page 244).
ț Synchronize the power tilt/sliding sunroof*
(
page 250).
ț Synchronize the power tilt/sliding panel*
(
page 255).
ț Synchronize the power folding exterior rear
view mirrors* (
page 204).
Warning! G
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.
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