running or the key is in the starter
switch.
!
Never loosen or detach battery terminal
clamps while the engine is running or the
key is in the starter switch. Otherwise
the alternator and other electronic
components could be severely damaged.
Have the battery checked regularly at an
authorized smart center.
Refer to Maintenance Booklet for
maintenance intervals or contact an
authorized smart center for further
information.
!
Never invert the terminal connections!
Disconnecting, removing, charging,
reinstalling and reconnecting the
battery
Disconnecting the battery
i If the battery is disconnected or
discharged
R
the key will not turn in the starter
switch
R
the automatic transmission will
remain in park position P
For more information see “Jump
starting” (Y page 199).
X
Engage the parking brake.
X
Move the gear selector lever to park
position P.
X
Turn off all electrical accessories.
X
Turn off the engine.
X
Open the passenger door.
X
Move the passenger seat to the rear as far
as possible.
X
Unscrew the carpet holder in the
passenger footwell (Y page 158).
X
Lift the carpet.
X
Unscrew fastening screw ;
counterclockwise.
X
Pull footrest : sideways out of the
vehicle.
X
Read and observe safety instructions and
precautions (Y page 196).
!
Always disconnect the battery in the
order described below. Otherwise the
vehicle’s electronics can be damaged.
X
Disconnect the battery negative lead
from negative terminal =.
Make sure the negative lead does not
come into contact with the positive lead.
X
Remove cover ? from the positive
terminal.
X
Disconnect the battery positive lead.
Removing the battery
X
Unscrew battery mount A.
X
Remove the battery support and bracket.
X
Pull out the ventilation hose from the
battery (depending on battery
198
Battery
>> Practical hints.
