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Batteries - check fluid level, correct - AP54.10-P-5410A

MODEL 230 except CODE (P99) "AMG Black Series" special model 

Fig 1: Identifying Battery Fluid Level
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Fig 2: Identifying Battery Cell
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AGM battery 

Fig 3: Identifying Non-Detachable Cover Of AGM Battery
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INSPECT Inspect    
DANGER Risk of explosion  from explosive gas. Risk of poisoning and caustic burns  from swallowing battery electrolyte. Risk of injury  through burns to skin and eyes from battery acid or when handling damaged lead-acid batteries No fire, sparks, open flames or smoking. Wear protective gloves, acid-resistant clothing and safety glasses. Pour battery electrolyte only into suitable and appropriately marked containers. AS54.10-Z-0001-01A
SPECIAL TOOL Notes on battery All models AH54.10-P-0001-01A
1 Check fluid level of battery IMPORTANT Not with mat battery. The mat battery is maintenance free. Identification of mat battery: Black housing, imprint VRLA.
IMPORTANT If the fluid level is not visible from outside: ↓
Unscrew plugs on battery cells