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Mercedes-Benz 2004 ML 500 User Manual

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Practical hints

What to do if …

Problem

Possible cause

Suggested solution

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The red charge indicator lamp
comes on when the engine is
running.

The battery is no longer charging.

Possible causes:

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alternator malfunctioning

ț

broken poly-V-belt

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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, before the
poly-V-belt is replaced.

Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz
Light Truck Center.

2

The yellow brake indicator lamp
comes on during braking or after
starting the engine.

The brake pads are worn down.

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Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Mercedes-Benz Light Truck
Center.

!

Brake pad thickness must be visually
checked by a qualified technician at the
intervals specified in the Service book-
let.

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