2006 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 505

Practical hints Fuses Main fuse box The main fuse box is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment. Open the hood ( page 345). Switch off the ignition ( page 38) and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*: Switch off the ignition ( page 39). Open the driver's door (this puts the starter switch in position 0, same as with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch). The driver's door then can be closed again. Release clamp 1. Lift fuse box cover 2 up. 1 Clamp 2 Main fuse box cover Install main fuse box cover in reverse order. Fuse box in cargo compartment The fuse box is located behind under the cargo compartment cover on the right-hand side of the spare wheel well. Open the tailgate ( page 122). Lift the cargo compartment cover ( page 454). Secure cargo compartment cover with strap ( page 455). ! The fuse box cover must be installed properly to prevent moisture and/or dirt from entering the fuse box and possibly impairing fuse operation. 1 Cover 2 Handle Lift cover 1 at handle 2. 504