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1990 Mercedes Benz 300e Repair Question


Topics covered: Battery, Alternator.
Mileage: 210,000 miles.

Asked on November 30, 2012

Mercedes Benz 300e Battery Problem

This car has a new battery. The alternator is putting out 13.2 volts, but after driving it for a day and a half the battery is dead. Why is it doing this?
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Replied on November 30, 2012

13.2 volts is way too low. The voltage must be between 13.75 and 14.75 volts. You're running off the battery which won't last long.

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