Vehicle
Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
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The battery
indicator lamp
illuminates
while driving
or does not go
out after the
engine is
started.
The alternator is malfunctioning. The battery is no longer
charged.
X
Stop the vehicle immediately in a safe location.
X
Do not continue to drive.
X
Turn off the engine.
X
Engage the parking brake when leaving the vehicle.
X
Contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized smart center.
The poly-V-belt is broken. The battery is no longer charged.
X
Stop the vehicle immediately in a safe location.
X
Do not continue to drive.
X
Turn off the engine.
X
Engage the parking brake when leaving the vehicle.
X
Contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized smart center.
!
Among other possible causes, the poly-V-belt could be broken. Do not continue to
drive. Otherwise, the engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may
result in damage to the engine.
Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
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The main
service symbol
illuminates
together with
the flashing
care service
symbol after
the engine is
started.
In addition, the
transmission
position
indicator
flashes.
The gearbox is malfunctioning.
X
Contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized smart center.
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