350 Practical hintsJump starting
If the battery is discharged, the engine can
be started with jumper cables and the
battery of another vehicle. Observe the
following:
Jump starting should only be performed
when the engine and catalytic con-
verter are cold.
Do not start the engine if the battery is
frozen. Let the battery thaw out first.
Only jump start from batteries with the
same voltage rating (12 V). Jump
starting with a more powerful battery
could damage the vehicle’s electrical
system, which will not be covered by
the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Only use jumper cables with sufficient
cross-section and insulated terminal
clamps.
Always make sure the jumper cables
are not on or near pulleys, fans, or oth-
er parts that move when an engine is
started or running.
Warning!
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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 sparks away from battery, avoid
improper connection of jumper cables,
smoking, etc.
Attempting to jump start a frozen battery
can result in it exploding, causing personal
injury.
Read all instructions before proceeding.
!Jump starting may only be performed
on the battery installed in the engine
compartment.
Avoid repeated and lengthy starting
attempts.
Do not attempt to start the engine
using a battery quick charge unit.
If engine does not run after several
unsuccessful starting attempts, have it
checked at the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Excessive unburned fuel generated by
repeated failed starting attempts may
damage the catalytic converter and
may present a fire risk.
Make sure the jumper cables do not
have loose or missing insulation.
Make sure the cable clamps do not
touch any other metal part while the
other end is still attached to a battery.
395 Index
Standing lamps, front 333, 336, 338
Standing lamps, rear 333, 340
Tail lamp unit 339
Tail lamps 333, 340
Turn signal lamps,
front 333, 336, 338
Turn signal lamps,
rear 333, 340
Button
Audio system 178
C
CAC 385
California
Important notice 11
Calling up
Maintenance service indicator 285
Range (distance to empty) 148
CAN system 385
Cargo area see Cargo compartmentCargo compartment
Fuse box in 359
Lighting 115
Parcel net 226
Storage compartment inside 227
Tailgate 94
Tie-down rings 233
Cargo tie-down rings 233
Catalytic converter 264
CD changer* 193
CD changer* operation 195
CD player*
Operating 127
CD* operation 193
Center console 27
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp 27, 65, 72, 300
Lower part 28
Upper part 27
Center console ashtray 238
Centigrade
Setting temperature units 133Central locking
Automatic 95
From inside 96
Locking from inside 96
Switch 96
Switching on/off
(control system) 143
Unlocking from inside 96
Central locking switch 96
Central unlocking
Switch 96
Unlocking from inside 96
Central unlocking switch 96
Certification label 364
Changing
Batteries (SmartKey) 331
CDs 193
Changing key setting 145
Charging
Vehicle battery 348
