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271 Jump starting
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After reconnecting the battery also set the clock (see
page 102) resynchronize the front seats (see page 44),
front seat head restraints (see page 44), the express
feature of the power windows (see page 143), and the
electronic stability program (ESP) (see page 217).
If the soft top is in a half open position, it also has to be
synchronized. To do so, raise and lock soft top manually
(see page 288).
Battery recycling
Batteries contain material that can harm the
environment with improper disposal.
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.Jump starting
Wa r n i n g !
Failure to follow these directions will cause
damage to the electronic components, and can lead
to a battery explosion and severe injury or death.Never lean over batteries while connecting or jump
starting, you might get injured.Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow
this fluid to come in contact with eyes, skin or
clothing. In case it does, immediately flush affected
area with water, and seek medical help if
necessary.A battery will also produce hydrogen gas, which is
flammable and very explosive. Keep flames or
s p ar ks away f rom b at te ry, avo id imp rop e r
connection of jumper cables, smoking etc..Read all instructions before proceeding.

279 Exterior lamps
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H7 (55 W)
Open hood.
Rotate cover (2 or 3) counterclockwise and remove. Pull
off electrical connector (5 or 6). Unhook clamping ring
and remove bulb.
Insert new bulb (seating properly in cutouts of bulb
socket), mount clamping ring. Reinstall and push
electrical connector on securely.
Reinstall cover (2 or 3).
Xenon (optional)
Bulb for low beamTurn signal lamp
1156 NA (26.9/5 W/32/4 cp bulb)
Open hood.
Twist bulb socket (4) counterclockwise and pull out.
Push bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and
remove.
Insert new bulb in socket, push in and twist clockwise.
Reinstall bulb socket. Reinstall lamp assembly until
properly seated.
Parking and standing lamp
H6W (6Wbulb)
Open hood.
Rotate cover (3) counterclockwise and remove.
Twist bulb socket (7) counterclockwise and pull out.
Push bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and
remove.
Insert new bulb in socket, push in and twist clockwise.
Reinstall bulb socket. Reinstall lamp assembly until
properly seated.
Reinstall cover (3).
Wa r n i n g !
Do not remove the cover for the Xenon headlamp.
Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps, it is
dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp
and its components. We recommend that you have
such work done by a qualified technician.

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Taillamp assemblies
Open trunk lid.
Swing cover aside (bulbs 1, 2 and 3).
1Turn signal lamp (21W/24cpbulb)
2Stop, tail, parking, and side marker lamp
(21/4 W bulb)
3Tail and parking lamp (5 W/4 cp bulb)4Driver’s side:
Rear fog lamp (21W/32cpbulb)
5Backup lamp (21 W/32 cp bulb)
Twist bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out. Push
bulb into socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.
Insert new bulb in socket, push in and twist clockwise.
Reinstall bulb socket. Close cover (bulbs 1, 2 and 3).
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281 Exterior lamps
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index Side marker lamp, front (5 W/4 cp bulb) Carefully slide lamp towards front (arrow), and remove
back and first.
Twist bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out. Push
bulb socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.
Insert new bulb in socket, push in and twist clockwise.
Reinstall bulb socket, push in and twist clockwise.
To reinstall lamp, set front end of lamp in bumper and
let back end snap into place.

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5. Vertical headlamp aim (low beams on):
Turn adjusting screw (1) (counterclockwise to adjust
headlamp downward, clockwise upward) until the
headlamps illuminate the test screen as shown. The
vertex of the angle formed in each beam image
should align with the vertical and horizontal
centerlines (8 and 9).
The left and right headlamps must be adjusted
individually.
Note:
If it is not possible to obtain a proper headlamp
adjustment, have the system checked at your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.

289 Emergency operation of soft top
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index 5. Unlock soft top storage compartment:
Open trunk lid with mechanical key and lift
protection cover.
Using screwdriver (supplied in vehicle tool kit), turn
screw two turns counterclockwise.
Close trunk lid.
Important!
Do not place mechanical key inside trunk, since trunk is
locked again when closing the lid.6. Place open-end wrench (1) (supplied in vehicle tool
kit) on bolt between backrest and soft top
compartment cover. Turn wrench (1) in direction of
arrow to its stop and remove.
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293 Emergency operation of soft top
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screw clockwise to the stop.
17. Close trunk lid.
Important!
Do not place mechanical key inside trunk, since trunk is
locked again when closing the lid.18. Press lock button (9) and fold down locking
handle (10).
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294 Emergency operation of soft top
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19. Turn locking handle 90
° clockwise and pull soft top
frame carefully down until it meets the windshield
header attachment points.
Turn locking handle counterclockwise to the stop to
lock the soft top.
Fold locking handle up until lock button engages.
Note:
Have the soft top operation checked at your authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.