Mercedes-Benz 2008 C-Class Operator's Manual page 400

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Brake Pad Wear
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Brake pad thickness must be visually
checked by a qualified technician at the intervals
specified in the Maintenance Booklet.
Possible cause/consequence
The battery is no longer charging.
Possible causes:
alternator malfunctioning
broken poly-V-belt
There is a malfunction in the electronic sys-
tem.
The brake pads have reached their wear
limit.
Possible solution
Stop the vehicle immediately in a safe loca-
tion and check the poly-V-belt.
If it is broken:
Do not continue to drive. Otherwise the en-
gine will overheat due to an inoperative water
pump which may result in damage to the en-
gine.
Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
If it is intact:
Drive immediately to the nearest authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
Have the system checked at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.
Have the brake pads replaced as soon as
possible.
Practical hints
What to do if ...?
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