Changing the batteries

Notes

It is advisable to have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.

Risk of poisoning

Batteries contain toxic and caustic substances. For this reason, keep batteries away from children.

If a battery is swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.

Environmental note

Do not dispose of batteries with the household rubbish. They contain highly toxic substances.

Take discharged batteries to a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, or to a special collection point for old batteries.

Key

Checking the batteries

  

Press the or button.

 

The batteries are in order if the battery charge indicator lamp goes on briefly.

Changing the batteries

You require two CR 2025 3V cell batteries.

  

Remove the emergency key element from the key more.

Emergency key element
To release the battery tray
To pull out the battery tray
Battery tray
  

Using emergency key element , press the grey release catch in the opening in the direction of arrow .

 

Battery tray is released.

  

Pull battery tray  out of the key in the direction of arrow .

Batteries
Contact spring
  

Remove old batteries  from the battery tray.

  

Insert the new batteries underneath contact spring  with the positive terminal facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth to do so.

  

Push the battery tray back into the key housing until the battery tray engages.

  

Check the function of all key buttons on the vehicle.