Symbol messages – Mercedes-Benz 2006 CL 500 User Manual
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BATTERY CHARGE
VISIT WORKSHOP
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
longer.
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Stop immediately in a safe location or as
soon as it is safe to do so 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 inoperative
water pump which may result in damage
to the engine. Notify an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
If it is intact:
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Drive immediately to the nearest autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Center. Adjust driv-
ing to be consistent with reduced braking
responsiveness.
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(USA only)
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(Canada only)
RELEASE
PARKING BRAKE
You are driving with the parking brake en-
gaged.
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Release the parking brake (