Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operator's Manual page 264

Battery
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Disconnecting/connecting the
starter battery
Important safety notes
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WARNING
During the charging process, a battery produ-
ces hydrogen gas. If a short circuit occurs or
sparks are created, the hydrogen gas can
ignite. There is a risk of an explosion.
Make sure that the positive terminal of a
R
connected battery does not come into con-
tact with vehicle parts.
Never place metal objects or tools on a bat-
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tery.
It is important that you observe the descri-
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bed order of the battery terminals when
connecting and disconnecting a battery.
When jump-starting, make sure that the
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battery poles with identical polarity are
connected.
It is particularly important to observe the
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described order when connecting and dis-
connecting the jumper cables.
Never connect or disconnect the battery
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terminals while the engine is running.
Disconnecting the starter battery
! Switch off the engine and remove the key
from the ignition lock before you loosen or
disconnect the terminal clamps. You may
otherwise destroy electronic components
such as the alternator.
Always disconnect the starter battery in the
battery case in the driver's footwell first.
! Always disconnect the battery in
the order described below. Never swap the
terminal clamps. You may otherwise dam-
age the vehicle electronics.
Battery cover in the driver's footwell
Switch off all electrical consumers.
X
Switch off the engine and remove the key
X
from the ignition lock.
Remove the floor covering in the driver's
X
footwell ( page 261).
Y
Loosen screws ; and slide battery
X
cover : in the direction of the arrow.
The screws must protrude beyond the
larger recesses.
Remove battery cover : upwards.
X
Starter battery in the driver's footwell
First loosen and remove the negative ter-
X
minal clamp so that it is no longer in contact
with the terminal.
Remove the cover from the positive termi-
X
nal.
Loosen the positive terminal clamp and fold
X
it up to the side together with the pre-fuse
box.