How to check the battery in a Mercedes Benz?

How to check the battery in a Mercedes Benz?

Check the fuses. Have the battery fully charged and then load-cycle tested. Pull the regulator and check the brushes, if worn replace the regulator. Check the diode bridge and commutators, if those test good then replace the regulator.

Where can I buy a new alternator for my Mercedes Benz?

You can get a brand new MB altenator at the dealer for about $800 and have them put it in for another $200, of course the advantage is they will wash your car and give you a loaner. Or you can buy an remanufactured alternator from your favorite parts supply store for about $180, replace it yourself in about an hour (and that’s taking your time).

What kind of diagnostic facilities does the W203 C230 have?

I do not know what diagnostic facilities your W203 C230 has – but knowing that the W209 CLK is largely based on the W203 design, I wonder if you also have this information available at the cluster. This thread is from the W209 sticky section.

When do I get battery / alternator VISIT WORKSHOP warning?

Typically you get BATTERY/ALTERNATOR VISIT WORKSHOP warning when the electrical system voltage in the car is below 12.6 volt. When the car is running the alternator produces electricity and the voltage should be above 13.5 volt.

How to check battery and alternator in Mercedes?

The dreaded battery warning light always leaves us not knowing if its the battery, the alternator or both. Watch as I show you how to check the state of these components via the secret diagnostics menu built into your Mercedes vehicle. Haven’t Subscribed? What are you waiting on? Do it today. Loading…

What does a check engine light mean on a Mercedes C230?

A check engine light can indicate a broad spectrum of problems with your 2005 Mercedes-Benz C230. In some cases you need to pull over immediately to prevent damage while in others you merely need to tighten you gas cap next time you stop in order to reset the service engine soon light.

Is it OK to change the battery in a Mercedes Benz?

You will be ok to drive the car, but replace the battery as soon as you can before it is not going to last very long. Mercedes uses battery group 49 and you want to save some $$$ you can get a AGM battery which is what the dealer uses for less on Amazon. Here is a highly rated battery on Amazon that will fit Mercedes Benz cars. 2.

Typically you get BATTERY/ALTERNATOR VISIT WORKSHOP warning when the electrical system voltage in the car is below 12.6 volt. When the car is running the alternator produces electricity and the voltage should be above 13.5 volt.