If you unlock the vehicle using the emergency
key element, the fuel filler flap will not be
unlocked automatically.XTo unlock the fuel filler flap: insert the
key into the ignition lock.
Removing the emergency key element
XPush release catch : in the direction of
the arrow and at the same time, remove
emergency key element ; from the key.
For further information about:
R unlocking the driver's door ( Y page 83)
R unlocking the boot ( Y page 86)
R locking the vehicle ( Y page 84)
Battery of the key
Important safety notes
GWARNING
Batteries contain toxic and corrosive substan-
ces. If batteries are swallowed, it can result in
severe health problems. There is a risk of fatal
injury.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If
a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention
immediately.
HEnvironmental noteBatteries contain pollutants.
It is illegal to dispose of them
with the household rubbish.
They must be collected sep-arately and disposed of in an
environmentally responsible
recycling system.Dispose of batteries in an
environmentally responsible
manner. Take discharged
batteries to a qualified spe-
cialist workshop or to a col-
lection point for used batter-
ies.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have
the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist
workshop.
Checking the battery
XPress the & or % button.
The battery is working properly if battery
check lamp : lights up briefly.
The battery is discharged if battery check
lamp : does not light up briefly.XReplace the battery ( Y page 79).
i If the key battery is checked within the
signal reception range of the vehicle, press-
ing the & or % button:
R locks or
R unlocks the vehicle
i You can obtain a battery from any quali-
fied specialist workshop.
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