2002 MERCEDES-BENZ S55AMG key

373 Electronic key
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index Important!
Batteries contain materials that can harm the
environment if disposed of improperly. Recycling of
batteries is the preferred method of disposal. For
disposal, please follow manufacturer’s recommendation
on battery package.
Replacement Battery:
Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent.Synchronizing remote control
The remote control may have to be resynchronized, if
the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked.
To synchronize insert electronic key in starter switch.
The remote control should once again be operational.

374 KEYLESS-GO-card
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Changing batteries in the KEYLESS-GO-cardChecking batteries
Briefly press button (1). The indicator lamp “Unlock
driver’s door” (2) or “Global Unlock” (3) should come on
red or green.
Change batteries if indicator lamps do not illuminate,
see page 375.
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375 KEYLESS-GO-card
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index Changing batteries
Pry open cover (1) (e.g. by using a narrow blade screw
driver) and remove batteries.
Install new batteries as indicated by the “+” and “-”
markings in the KEYLESS-GO-card.Important!
Batteries contain materials that can harm the
environment if disposed of improperly. Recycling of
batteries is the preferred method of disposal. For
disposal, please follow manufacturer’s recommendation
on battery package.
Replacement batteries:
Lithium, type CR 2025 or equivalent.

376 Emergency engine shut-down
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Emergency engine shut-down
If the engine can no longer be stopped using the
electronic key or the start- / stop button (vehicles with
KEYLESS-GO), the engine can be turned off by
withdrawing two fuses.
For easy removal of fuses use the fuse extractor
(supplied with vehicle tool kit) to pull out the fuses
marked on the fuse chart as “ENGINE EMERGENCY
OFF”.
The fuse chart is also located in the vehicle tool kit,
seepage346.
For fuses see page 337.Fuel filler flap, manual release
Pull back the trim inside the trunk on the right-hand
side. Pull the release knob (arrow) and open the fuel
filler flap.
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378 Replacing wiper blades
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Replacing wiper blades
To prevent damage to the hood or the wipers, the wiper
arms should only be folded forward while in the position
shown above.•Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1.
•Turn combination switch to position I, see page 162.
•With wiper arms in position shown above, turn
electronic key in starter switch to position 0.
For safety reasons, remove electronic key from
starter switch before replacing a wiper blade,
otherwise the motor can suddenly turn on and cause
injury.
Notes:
Do not open engine hood with wiper arms folded
forward.
Do not allow the wiper arms to contact the windshield
glass without a wiper blade inserted. The glass may be
scratched or broken.
Make certain that the wiper blades are properly
installed. An improperly installed wiper blade may
cause windshield damage.

383 Cleaning and care of the vehicle
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar careIndex Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion or damage due
to negligent or incorrect care cannot always be removed
or repaired with the car-care products recommended
here. In such cases it is best to seek aid at your
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The following topics deal with the cleaning and care of
your vehicle and give important “how-to” information as
well as references to Mercedes-Benz approved car-care
products.
Additional information can be found in the booklet titled
“Vehicle Car Guide”.Power washer
When using a power washer for cleaning the vehicle
always observe manufacturers’ operating instructions.
Note:
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO:
If a door handle is hit by a strong jet of water, and a
KEYLESS-GO-card is in close proximity, approx. 3 ft.
(approx. 1m), the vehicle could be inadvertently locked
or unlocked.
Caution!
Never use a round nozzle to power wash tires. The
intense jet of water can result in damage to the tire.
Always replace a damaged tire.
Always keep the jet of water moving across the surface.
Do not aim directly at electrical parts, electrical
connectors, seals, or other rubber parts.

385 Cleaning and care of the vehicle
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar careIndex Due to the width of the vehicle, prior to running the
vehicle through an automatic car wash, fold back the
outside mirrors to prevent them from getting damaged.
In the winter, thoroughly remove all traces of road salt
as soon as possible.
When washing the underbody, do not forget to clean the
inner sides of the wheels.
Note:
Ve h i c l e s w i t h KE Y L E S S - G O :
If a door handle is hit by a strong jet of water, and a
KEYLESS-GO-card is in close proximity, approx. 3 ft.
(approx. 1m), the vehicle could be inadvertently locked
or unlocked.Ornamental moldings
For regular cleaning and care of very dirty chrome-
plated parts, use a chrome cleaner.
Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses
Use a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz
approved Car Shampoo, with plenty of water.
To prevent scratches, never apply strong force and use
only a soft, non-scratchy cloth when cleaning the lenses.
Do not attempt to wipe dirty lenses with a dry cloth or
sponge.

387 Cleaning and care of the vehicle
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar careIndex Wiper bladesTo prevent damage to the hood or the wipers, the wiper
arms should only be folded forward while in the position
shown above.
•Turn electronic key in starter switch to position 1.
•Turn combination switch to position I, see page 163.
•Once the wiper arms are in the position shown
above, turn electronic key in starter switch to
position 0.
Note:
For safety reasons, remove electronic key from
starter switch before cleaning the wiper blades,
otherwise the wiper motor can suddenly turn on and
cause injury.
•Turn combination switch to position 0, see page 163.
Clean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and
detergent solution.