Battery - Mercedes-Benz SL 320 Operator's Manual

Battery

The maintenance free battery is located
in the trunk behind the right-hand
cover panel.
The service life of the battery is also
dependent on its condition of charge.
The battery should always be kept
sufficiently charged, in order to last an
optimum length of time.
Therefore, we strongly recommend
that you have the battery charge
checked frequently, and corrected if
necessary, especially if you use the
vehicle less than approximately 200
miles (300 km) per month, mostly
for short distance trips, or if it is not
used for long periods of time.
Only charge a battery with a battery
charger after it has been disconnected
from the vehicle electrical circuit.
When removing and connecting the
battery, always make sure that all
electrical consumers are off and the
key is in steering lock position 0.
While the engine is running the battery
terminal clamps must not be loosened
or detached, otherwise the generator
and other electronic components would
be damaged.
Always disconnect the battery negative
lead first and connect last.
Important!
Do not close a door with the windows
fully closed while the power supply is
interrupted (battery disconnected or
empty). Doing so could damage the
window frame.
Note:
After reconnecting the battery also
resynchronize the Adaptive Damping
System (ADS) (see ADS in Index).
Battery Recycling
Batteries contain materials that can
harm the environment
improper disposal.
Large 12 Volt storage batteries contain
lead, and smaller watch type batteries
(such as in the
Infrared Remote Control Unit) may
contain mercury.
Recycling of batteries is the
preferred method of disposal.
Many states require sellers of batteries
to accept old batteries for recycling.
Warning!
Never lean over batteries while
connecting, 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.
A battery will also produce
hydrogen gas, which is flammable
and explosive. Keep flames or
sparks away from battery, avoid
improper connection of jumper
with
cables, smoking etc..
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