Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class 2008 Owners Manual - Manual (Page 403)

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Practical hints
Replacing SmartKey batteries
If the batteries in the SmartKey/SmartKey
with KEYLESS-GO* are discharged, the ve-
hicle can no longer be locked or unlocked.
It is recommended to have the batteries re-
placed at an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center. Batteries contain materials that can harm
the environment if disposed of improperly.
Recycling of batteries is the preferred
method of disposal. Many states require
sellers of batteries to accept old batteries
for recycling.
Replacement batteries: Lithium, type
CR 2025 or equivalent.
̈ Remove the mechanical key out of the
SmartKey/SmartKey with
KEYLESS-GO* (
୴ page 398).
1 Mechanical key
2 Battery compartment
̈ Insert mechanical key 1 into opening.
̈ Press mechanical key 1 in direction of
arrow.
The battery compartment is unlatched.
̈ Pull battery compartment 2 out of the
housing.
Warning!
G
Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive
substances. Therefore keep the batteries
out of reach of children.
If a battery is swallowed, seek medical help
immediately.
Warning!
G
SmartKey batteries contain Perchlorate ma-
terial, which may require special handling
and regard for the environment. Check with
your local government’s disposal guidelines.
California residents, see
http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/HazardousWaste
/Perchlorate/index.cfm.
i When inserting the batteries, make sure
they are clean and free of lint.
i When changing batteries, always replace
both batteries.
The required replacement batteries are available
at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.