What to do if ...
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>> Practical hints. Battery indicator lamp
Illuminates:
• when the ignition is switched on.
The indicator lamp goes out if the engine is
running.
If the Battery indicator lamp illuminates while
driving or does not go out after the engine is
started, the battery is no longer charged.
Possible causes:
• Alternator malfunctioning
• Broken polyVbelt>Stop the vehicle immediately in a safe
location.
>Do not continue to drive.
>Turn off the engine.
>Set the parking brake when leaving the
vehicle.
>Contact Roadside Assistance or an autho
rized smart center.
!
Among other possible causes, the
polyVbelt 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.Brake warning lamp (USA only)
Brake warning lamp (Canada only)
Illuminates:
• when the ignition is switched on.
Goes out:
• at least after 10 seconds
or
• after starting the engine.
Layout of polyVbelt
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>> Technical data. For dimensions of the polyVbelt, see
"Engine" (
page 297).
All modelsVehicles with air conditioning with climate
control* have two polyVbelts. The additional
polyVbelt is shown in black. The standard
polyVbelt is shown in purple.1
Automatic belt tensioner
2
Generator (alternator)
3
Coolant pump
4
Air conditioning compressor*
5
Crankshaft
