Mercedes-Benz 2003 CLK 500 User Manual
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VISIT WORKSHOP!
The battery was charged with a battery
charger or jump started.
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Have the battery checked at a service
station.
The battery is no longer charging.
Possible causes:
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alternator malfunctioning
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broken poly-V-belt
Do not forget that the brake system re-
quires electrical energy and may be oper-
ating with restricted capability.
Considerably greater brake pedal force is
required and the stopping distance is in-
creased.
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Stop immediately and check the
poly-V-belt.
If it is broken:
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Do not continue to drive. Otherwise
the engine will overheat due to an in-
operative water pump which may re-
sult in damage to the engine. Notify an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
If it is intact:
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Drive immediately to the nearest au-
thorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Ad-
just driving to be consistent with
reduced braking responsiveness.