What does the alternator warning light or gauge warns you of?
#2 This light or gauge warns you when the coolant in the engine is too hot. The alternator warning light indicates that the electricity is being used from the battery. The more electricity used, the sooner the battery will go dead (Looks like a battery).
What does battery VISIT WORKSHOP warning light on Mercedes mean?
Battery Visit Workshop warning light on Mercedes – It can mean a few different things. First, turn off anything that might drain your battery – seat heaters, headlights, air, radio, etc. Immediately take it to an AutoZone and have your battery and alternator tested. Or safely take it home and park it. Loading…
What does the battery / alternator warning light mean?
Battery/Alternator message (2006 C220CDI). Took it to a Kwik-Fit and they said faulty battery. Of course they would, as they had one ready to fit, but I dont think it is, so I didnt get one. Many people replace batteries only to have the same problem 2 days later.
What to do if your Mercedes battery goes bad?
First, turn off anything that might drain your battery – seat heaters, headlights, air, radio, etc. Immediately take it to an AutoZone and have your battery and alternator tested. Or safely take it home and park it. Loading…
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.
When does battery / alternator warning light come on?
Mine is typically at 11.5V (after starting), then randomly every few minutes jumps up to 12 or 13V (alternator probably kicking in for couple of seconds), and then drops down to 11.7V. This sequence can occur at any engine speed, but is always followed immediately by the battery/alternator message.
What to do if your Mercedes alternator overcharges?
Older Mercedes with Bosch alternators commonly had problems with the regulator failing – the symptoms of these were that it would overcharge. A change of rectifier (with new brushes attached) would always cure the problem.
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.
What to do if your alternator is bad in your car?
One thing you can do to troubleshoot your car is to go to Advance Auto Parts or AutoZone and have them do a FREE alternator / battery check. This test may be able to point you in the right direction. 3. Secondary Battery / Auxiliary Battery. Some Mercedes Benz models such as the E Class or the CLS Class have a secondary battery.