alternator belt MERCEDES-BENZ C280 2007 W203 Owner's Manual
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343 Practical hints
What to do if …
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Display symbolDisplay messagePossible cause/consequencePossible solution
#The battery is no longer charging.
Possible causes:
broken poly-V-belt
alternator malfunctioning
Stop immediately and check the
poly-V-belt in a safe location or as
soon as it is safe to do so.
If it is broken:
Do not continue to drive. Otherwise
the engine will overheat due to an
inoperative water pump which may
result in damage to the engine. Notify
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
If it is intact:
Drive immediately to the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Low voltage
Charge batteryThe battery has insufficient voltage.Start the engine (page 46).
Low voltage
Switch off ConsumersThe battery has insufficient voltage.Turn off unnecessary electrical
consumers.
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400 Technical data
Layout of poly-V-belt drive
All models
1Idler pulley
2Idler pulley
3Automatic belt tensioner
4Power steering pump
5Air conditioning compressor
6Crankshaft
7Coolant pump
8Generator (alternator)