Mercedes-Benz V 200 d, Operating Instructions Manual

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Connecting the terminal clamp
X
Push contact protection cover
:
of the jump-
starting connection point backwards against
the spring force as far as it will go.
The jump-starting connection point is visible.
Terminal connection diagram
X
Remove the cover from positive terminal
=
of the donor vehicle's battery.
X
Connect the positive terminal clamp of the
jump lead to positive terminal
=
of the donor
vehicle's battery, and then to positive termi-
nal
A
of the jump-starting connection point.
X
Run the donor vehicle's engine at idling
speed.
X
Connect the negative terminal clamp of the
jump lead to negative terminal
;
of the
donor vehicle's battery, and then to earth
contact
?
of your own vehicle.
X Insert the key into the ignition lock and start
the engine.
You can now switch electrical consumers
back on except the lighting system.
X Before disconnecting the jump leads, let the
engine run for several minutes.
X
Disconnect the negative terminal of the jump
lead from earth contact
?
and then from
negative terminal
;
of the donor vehicle's
battery.
X
Disconnect the positive terminal clamp of the
jump lead from positive terminal
A
on the
jump-starting connection point, and then
from positive terminal
=
of the donor vehi-
cle's battery.
Contact protection cover
:
is automatically
returned forwards to its original position by
the spring force and the jump-starting con-
nection point is closed.
X
Position the cover on positive terminal
=
of
the donor vehicle's battery.
You can now switch on the lighting system.
X
Have the battery checked at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
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Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Safety-relevant functions are restricted or not
available if:
R
the engine is not running.
R
the brake system or the power steering is
malfunctioning
R
the voltage supply or the vehicle's electrical
system is malfunctioning.
If your vehicle is towed, significantly greater
force may be required to steer the vehicle or
to brake. There is a risk of an accident.
In such circumstances, use a towing bar.
Make sure that the steering is moving freely
before towing.
G
WARNING
If the steering wheel lock is engaged, the vehi-
cle can no longer be steered. There is a risk of
an accident.
Always switch on the ignition when towing
with a tow rope or a towing bar.
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Breakdown assistance