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Check headlamp adjustment and if necessary 
correct.
 
e   
Check and correct headlamp adjustment
MODEL 124, 129, 140, 163, 202
MODEL 170, 208, 210 except CODE (491) 
USA version
AP82.10-P-8260A
10
Read fault memory, erase
Stored faults which can result from cables 
being disconnected or from simulation during 
removal and installation or test work, have to 
be processed and erased in the fault 
memories after completing the work. Refer to: 
#
STAR DIAGNOSIS
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 GF54.30-P-3007A
Charge indicator lamp, exterior lamp failure
24.10.96
MODEL 
129, 140 as of 1.6.96, 
163, 168, 170, 
202 as of 1.8.96, 
208 up to 31.7.99, 
210 as of 1.6.96 up to 30.6.99
P54.30-0517-06
Terminal 61 is used for the generator 
indicator lamp. When the ignition is
On
  the excitation voltage is applied to it and 
the generator voltage when the engine is 
running. 
However, a terminal is required for some 
systems (e.g. exterior lamp indicator) which
D
 is exactly at ground potential (low level), 
when the engine is not running with the 
ignition 
 On
D
 is exactly at least 10.5 V (high level), 
when the voltage at terminal 61 
exceeds a particular voltage or the 
engine speed exceeds a particular 
threshold (480 rpm). 
Terminal 61e is used for this (engine running 
recognition/speed threshold value).
Terminal 61e is produced in instrument 
cluster (A1) in accordance with the sketched 
circuit diagram:
An electronic system is ...via terminal 15
Terminal 61 and the speed signal are used as input signals which 
reach the instrument cluster via the CAN data bus.
If a particular speed or a particular voltage threshold at terminal 61 is 
exceeded, the transistor switches off and terminal 61e goes to high 
level (terminal 61 and the speed signal are interlinked to terminal 61e 
via an OR function. Also refer to table.)
The maximum current at terminal 61e is approx. 2 mA at high level 
and approx. 350 mA at low level. The switching delay is 
0.5 seconds in each case.
Exterior lamp indicator lamp and charge indicator lamp
The input signal of terminal 61 and the speed signal are used for 
engine running recognition. Depending on these input signals the 
exterior lamp failure indicator lamp (A1e14) or the generator charge 
indicator lamp (A1e5) is actuated (refer to table).
The instrument cluster also passes on the status of terminal 61e as a 
CAN message. The information is consequently available to all bus 
participants. 
On models 163 and 168 terminal 61e is only made available as a 
CAN message. There is no discrete terminal 61e line.
 Voltage 
term. 61
Engine speed
 
Term 61e
Warning/indicator 
 lamp
U
threshold
< 200 rpm
< 10.5 V
Bulb check
U
threshold
> 480 rpm
U
 10.5 V
Charge indicator 
lamp
U
threshold 
< 200 rpm
U
 10.5 V
-
U
threshol 
> 480 rpm
U
 10.5 V
-
-
Fault value
U
 10.5 V
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2001-04 STARTING & CHARGING SYSTEMS
Generators & Regulators - 163 Chassis 
IDENTIFICATION 
CHASSIS & ENGINE IDENTIFICATION 
DESCRIPTION 
Bosch generators are available in various amp ratings depending on engine application. Voltage regulators are 
transistorized and internal to generator. See GENERATOR APPLICATION
 table. 
GENERATOR APPLICATION 
ADJUSTMENTS 
DRIVE BELT ROUTING 
For drive belt routing, see Fig. 1 .  WARNING:Vehicles are equipped with air bag supplemental restraint system. Before 
attempting any repairs involving steering column, instrument panel or 
related components, see SERVICE PRECAUTIONS (or AIR BAG SAFETY 
PRECAUTIONS) and DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM in 
appropriate AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article.
NOTE: When the battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory system may 
lose data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have 
completed a relearn cycle.
Model (Year)ChassisEngine
ML55 AMG (2001-03)163.174113.981
ML320 (2001-02)163.154112.942
ML350 (2003-04)163.157112.970
ML430 (2001)163.172113.942
ML500 (2002-04)163.175113.965
ApplicationAmp Rating
V6115
V8150
NOTE: Vehicles have automatic belt tensioners. No adjustment is necessary.
 
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Fig. 1: Drive Belt Routing 
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TROUBLE SHOOTING 
PRELIMINARY INSPECTION 
Verify customer complaint by operating system. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical 
damage. Check generator belt tension and condition. Ensure that battery voltage is within specifications. Inspect 
for blown fuses and damaged relays. 
Verify ground connection integrity between engine, body, battery and generator. Check for damaged wiring 
harnesses and/or switches. Check for a broken or partially broken wire inside insulation, which could cause 
system malfunction but prove good in a continuity/voltage check with system disconnected. Ensure any 
aftermarket electronic equipment is properly installed. If fault is found, repair as necessary. If no fault is found, 
check for conditions that might cause an intermittent situation. 
SERVICE PRECAUTIONS 
BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT 
Disconnect Procedures 
1. On vehicles not equipped with TELE AID, go to step 5 . Vehicles equipped with TELE AID, switch 
TELE AID into service mode by turning ignition ON.  
2. Turn ON telephone and enter code "*#4610#" on handset.  
3. Confirm that "No Telematics Service" appears on handset with okay.  
4. Turn OFF handset.  
5. Turn OFF ignition.  
6. Open hood and open snap fasteners (1) on dust filter housing. See Fig. 2
 .  
7. Remove dust filter housing (2) exposing battery.  
8. If not using quiescent current retention unit, go to step 14 . If using quiescent current retention unit, go to 
next step.  
9. Connect quiescent current retention unit by switching on quiescent current retention unit (7) and then first 
connecting positive terminal (8) and negative terminal (9) of retention unit to positive cable and battery 
ground (W10). See Fig. 3
 .  
10. On vehicles equipped with TELE AID, remove luggage compartment cargo anchoring lugs and remove 
floor paneling.  
11. Remove screws (1). See Fig. 4
 .  
12. Dismantle cover from TELE AID control module (A35/8).  
13. Disconnect connection coupling for back up battery and remove back up battery.  
14. Disconnect ne
gative battery cable (1) and insulate terminal. See Fig. 5.  NOTE: Numbers and letters in text refer to numbers and letters in figures.
 
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Fig. 2: Removing Dust Filter Housing 
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Fig. 3: Connecting Quiescent Current Retention Unit 
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Fig. 4: Removing Emergency Call System Battery 
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