415 Practical hints
Replacing SmartKey batteries
Replacing SmartKey batteries
If the batteries in the SmartKey are dis-
charged, the vehicle can no longer be
locked or unlocked. It is recommended to
have the batteries replaced at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Batteries contain materials that can harm
the environment if disposed of improperly.
Recycling of batteries is the preferred
method of disposal. Many states require
sellers of batteries to accept old batteries
for recycling.
SmartKey
Replacement batteries: Lithium, type
CR 2025 or equivalent.
Remove the mechanical key1
(page 410).
1Mechanical key
2Battery compartment
Insert the mechanical key1 in side
opening and push gray slide.
Battery compartment2 is unlatched.
Pull battery compartment2 out of the
housing in direction of arrow.
Remove the batteries.
Warning!
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Keep the batteries out of reach of children.
If a battery is swallowed, seek medical help
immediately.
iWhen inserting the batteries, make
sure they are clean and free of lint.iWhen replacing batteries, always re-
place both batteries.
The required replacement batteries are
available at any Mercedes-Benz Cen-
ter.
416 Practical hintsReplacing SmartKey batteries3Battery
4Contact spring
Using a lint-free cloth, insert new bat-
teries under the contact spring with the
plus (+) side facing up.
Return battery compartment into hous-
ing until it locks into place.
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*
Replacement batteries: Lithium, type
CR 2025 or equivalent.
Remove mechanical key (
page 410).
1Battery
2Tilt battery up
3Mechanical key
Insert the mechanical key3 in side
opening and push grey slide.
Battery compartment is unlatched.
Pull battery compartment out of the
housing in direction of arrow.
Using mechanical key3 apply pres-
sure to position2.
Battery1 tilts up slightly.
Pull out batteries1 in direction of ar-
row.
Using a lint-free cloth, insert new bat-
teries with the plus (+) side facing up.
Return battery compartment into hous-
ing until it locks into place.
