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Opening the Boot for Battery Replacement

Model: Mercedes Clk A208, C208, W208 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Body

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If the car battery is completely flat, preventing the opening of the boot where the battery is located, you will need to find a solution to open the boot. You can open the door using the mechanical key hidden in the remote control to access the cabin and open the front bonnet.

At this point, locate the jump leads near the driver's side strut tower, behind the windscreen washer reservoir: remove the plastic cap and connect the positive terminal of a jump starter battery to power the vehicle's electrical system, allowing you to open the boot and proceed with the battery replacement.


Updated on 19 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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