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1983 Mercedes Benz 300sd starting problems

Tiny
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  • 1983 MERCEDES BENZ 300SD
  • 6 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 350,000 MILES
Hello;
My car is tip top inside and out, including engine. Two days ago, the battery light started to flicker lightly when starting the car. Car still started absolutely perfect.
Didn't drive car for 2 days, now battery is dead. I jumped battery and car started immediately and battery light is flickering dimly. Let car idle for 30 min. Turn off and immediately restart and battery is dead. Battery is about 4 years old.
Could the battery be bad or does the flickering battery light on my dashboard indicate another problem?
Thank you.
Lode
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Saturday, December 12th, 2009 AT 12:03 AM

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Tiny
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You can take your car to your local store, they will check the charging system for free, but with a four year old battery. You are pushing it. Have them check the battery also, they will do that for free.
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Monday, December 14th, 2009 AT 8:09 PM
Tiny
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