2005 Dodge Sprinter Owners Manual

a decision as to the validity of a warranty claim can only be made after DaimlerChrysler Corporation has investigated your claim.

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lubricant additives

The use of Special is not recommended. The use of such additives may affect your warranty rights. With regard to legal stipulations concerning emissions control, please note that engines have to be serviced and adjusted in accordance with special instructions and using special measuring equipment. Modifications to or interference with the emissions control systems are not permissible. All Sprinter Dealer are familiar with the relevant and appliable regulations.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 265

MAINTENANCE - WITHOUT ASSYST MAINTENANCE COMPUTER Maintenance Intervals

Oil service and fuel filter replacement – Refer to

Normal Operation

every 10,000 miles or 16,000 km or 12 months

Maintenance service

every 30,000 miles or 48,000 km

Additional work must be carried out at yearly intervals. As a general rule, to avoid unnecessary visits to the workshop you should try to have necessary repair work performed together with other maintenance work.

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MAINTENANCE - WITH ASSYST MAINTENANCE COMPUTER ASSYST provides you with information on the best possible timing for maintenance work. When the next maintenance service is due, this will be indicated in the multi-function display with the symbol 9 Oil service and fuel filter replacement 9 Maintenance service - displayed in km/miles

or days.

If the display shows the number of days, the symbol È will also appear in the multi-function display. You should have the maintenance performed within the stated period/distance. The service indicator will be reset by your Sprinter Dealer after an oil service and/or maintenance service has been performed.

REGULAR CHECK-UPS To maintain the safe operation of your vehicle, it is recommended that you perform the following tasks on a regular basis (i.e., weekly or whenever the vehicle is refueled). Check: (cid:127) Engine oil level (cid:127) Brake system, clutch mechanism – fluid level (cid:127) Battery – acid level (cid:127) Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning

system – fluid level

(cid:127) Mechanical assemblies (e. g. ,engine, transmission,

etc.) – check for leaks

(cid:127) Condition of tires and tire pressures (cid:127) All exterior lights

SPECIAL MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS If bodies built by manufacturers other than DaimlerChrysler Corporation are fitted to the vehicle, the maintenance requirements and lubrication intervals specified by the body manufacturer must be adhered to, in addition to all standard maintenance requirements. Brake Fluid Only use brake fluids approved by the manufacturer (DOT 4 plus). Information about brake fluids is available from your Sprinter Dealer. Coolant Have the corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze concentration in the coolant checked before the onset of winter (once a year in countries with high prevailing temperatures). Have the coolant renewed every five years or 100,000
miles. Dust Filter for Heating/Ventilation Replacement The dust filter and the tailgate interior filter are renewed during service. However, if operating conditions are dusty, these filters should be renewed more frequently.

routine maintenance

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ENGINE OIL CHANGE AND FILTER REPLACEMENT In a minimum, change the engine oil and oil filter once a year - even if the vehicle mileage per year is extremly low. For standard oil service schedules, please see the chapter oil service and maintenance service. Once a Year Select the viscosity of the engine oil (SAE classes) according to the outside air temperature. Only use engine oil approved by DaimlerChrysler Corporation system guidelines. Information is available from your Sprinter Dealer. If the fuel used has a sulphur content exceeding 0.05 % by weight, the service intervals should be split in half. If the sulphur content of the fuel used is between 0.3% and 0.8% by weight, the service intervals should be split in half (i.e. every 5,000 miles instead of every 10,000 miles).

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SCOPE OF WORK FOR MAINTENANCE SERVICE Oil Service Oil change Engine: Oil change and filter replacement Check fluid levels of the following system, refill as necessary. If fluid is lost, trace and eliminate cause – as a separate order. Power-assisted steering Lubrication work: Trailer tow hitch (original equipment) Maintenance ASSYST maintenance computer reset

Function check Signalling system, warning and indicator lamps Headlamps, exterior lighting Windscreen wipers, windscreen washer system Check for leaks and damage. Check for abrasion points and ensure that lines are correctly routed! All assemblies: Engine, transmission, transfer case, front axle, rear axle, steering, power steering pump All lines and hoses, sensor cables Rubber boots on front axle drive shafts, rubber boots on front axle suspension ball joints, shock absorbers

Check fluid levels for the following systems, correct as necessary. Should there be a loss of fluid which cannot be explained by regular use, trace and eliminate the cause. Engine cooling system Check corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze, refill as necessary.

Hydraulic brake system Battery Windscreen washer system Engine Fuel filter renewal Air cleaner with maintenance indicator: Check degree of contamination. Air cleaner filter element renewed as necessary.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES 269

Chassis and body Trailer coupling: Check operation, play and retaining fixtures Secondary rubber springs: Visual check Tire pressures: Correct as necessary, including spare tyre Check thickness of brake pads Brake test Check condition of brake disks. Brake disks renewal as necessary – as a separate order Check condition of steering mechanism Heating/ventilation dust filter renewal

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Additional Maintenance Work Automatic transmission once only at 80,000 miles/ 128000km Oil and filter change During every second maintenance service Air cleaner without maintenance indicator: Air cleaner filter element renewal Check poly-V-belt for wear and signs of damage During every sixth maintenance service Rear axle

Additional Maintenance Work After ... Years Every 2 years Change brake fluid Every 3 years Air cleaner filter element renewal (note installation date) Every 15 years or 100,000 miles Coolant renewal Note coolant composition

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

CONTENTS

3 Suggestions For Obtaining Service For

Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
U Prepare for the Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
U Prepare a List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
U Be Reasonable with Request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272

3 If You Need Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
3 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
3 Mopar® Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
3 Reporting safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275

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SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE Prepare for the Appointment If you’re having warranty work done, be sure to have the right papers with you. Take your warranty folder. All work to be performed may not be covered by the warranty, discuss additional charges with the service manager. Keep a maintenance log of your vehicle’s service history. This can often provide a clue to the current problem

Prepare a List Make a written list of your vehicle’s problems or the specific work you want done. If you’ve had an accident, or work done that is not on your maintenance log, let the service advisor know.

Be Reasonable with Request If you list a number of items, and you must have your vehicle by the end of the day, discuss the situation with the service advisor and list the items in order of priority. At many dealers you may obtain a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a rental, it is advisable to make these arrangements when you call for an appointment.

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE

The manufacturer and its dealers are vitally interested in your satisfaction. We want you to be happy with our products and services.

Your selling dealer is best equipped and most anxious to provide prompt resolution for any warranty issue or related matter that you may experience. The manufacturer’s dealer have the facilities, factory- trained technicians, special tools, and the latest information to assure your vehicle is fixed correctly and in a timely manner. The manufacturer has empowered its dealers to make warranty and repair decisions that ensure you are not inconvenienced. There are no need for you to wait for a decision from the manufacturer. If a special circumstance occurs that requires information from the manufacturer, we have asked the dealer’s service management to make the contact on your behalf.

This is why you should always talk to your dealer’s service manager first. Most matters can be resolved with this process.

(cid:127) If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to the general manager or owner of the dealership. They want to know if you need assistance.

(cid:127) If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern, you may contact the Manufacturer’s Customer Center.

Any communication to the Manufacturer’s Customer Center should include the following information:

(cid:127) Owner’s name and address

(cid:127) Owner’s telephone number (home and office)

(cid:127) Dealership name

(cid:127) Vehicle identification number

(cid:127) Vehicle delivery date and mileage

DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation Customer Center P.O. Box 21-8004

Auburn Hills, MI 48321-8004

Phone: (800) 992-1997

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DaimlerChrysler Canada, Inc. Customer Center P.O. Box 1621
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Phone: (800) 465-2001
In Mexico contact: Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240
Sante Fe C.P. 05109
Mexico, D.F. In Mexico (915) 729-1248 or 729-1240
Outside Mexico (525) 729-1248 or 729-1240
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Impaired Or Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the manufacturer TDD (Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its Customer Center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1- 800-380-CHRY.

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Service Contract

You may have purchased a service contract for your vehicle to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected repairs after your manufacturer’s new vehicle limited warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only the manufacturer’s Service Contracts. If you purchased a manufacturer’s Service Contract, you will receive Plan Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the mail within three weeks of your vehicle delivery date. If you have any questions about your service contract, call the manufacturer’s Service Contract National Customer Hotline at 1-800-521-9922.

We appreciate that you have made a major investment when you purchased your new vehicle. Your dealer has also made a major investment in facilities, tools, and training to assure that you are absolutely delighted with your ownership experience. You’ll be pleased with their sincere efforts to resolve any warranty issues or related concerns.

The manufacturer will not stand behind any service contract that is not the manufacturer’s Service Contract. It is not responsible for any service contract other than the manufacturer’s Service Contract. If you purchased a is not a manufacturer’s Service Contract, and you require service after your manufacturer’s new vehicle limited warranty expires, please refer to your contract documents and contact the person listed in those documents.

service contract

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To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424- 9153) or go to http://www.NHTSA.gov or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. In Canada: If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the Customer Service Department immediately. Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should write to: Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls, 2780 Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 3V9.

WARRANTY INFORMATION See your manufacturer’s Warranty Information Booklet for information on your warranty coverage and transfer of warranty.

MOPAR® PARTS Mopar® fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are available from your dealer. They will help you keep your vehicle operating at its best.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to notifying the manufacturer.

in addition

(NHTSA)

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, and the manufacturer.

INDEX

A Special Note Concerning Vehicle Alteration. . . . 194
Acceleration Skid Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Deactivating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Warning Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143, 166
Acceleration Skid Control (ASR). . . . . . . . . . . . 166, 167
Air Conditioner for the Rear Passenger Compartment 125

Air Recirculation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Air Strainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Air Conditioning

Climate Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Dehumidification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Rear Passenger Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Air Conditioning, Regulated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Air Filter Restriction Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219

Air Recirculation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Air Vents

Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Upper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Safety Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Airbag and Belt Tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Airbag Malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Alarm Pushbutton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator Lamp . . . 161
Appearance and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
ASSYST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265

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278 INDEX

ASSYST Maintenance Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Automatic Lock Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Accelerator Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Gear Selector Lever Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Maneuvering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Selector Lever Manually Unlocking. . . . . . . . . . . 150
Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
Auxiliary Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Auxiliary Heat Exchanger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Auxiliary Heater

Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Timer Auxiliary Heater (Water and Air Heater) 132
Tips for Coping with Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Disconnecting the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Reconnecting the Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Replacing Batteries in Remote Keyless Entry. . . . 22
Battery Charge Indicator Lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

Belt Tensioners

Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Belt Tensioners and Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Bleeding the Diesel Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Body Builder Guideline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Brake Assist System (BAS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Brake fluid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Brake Fluid Reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Brake Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Brake Pad Wear Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Fluid Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Brake System, Anti-Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Brake Fluid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Service Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155

Bulbs

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Front Lamp Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245

Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Care of Vehicle

Engine Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Headlamps, Taillamps, Turn Signal Lenses . . . . 234
Vehicle Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234

Care of vehicle

Paintwork, painted body components . . . . . . . . 233
Power washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Tar stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Catalytic Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Central Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Locking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Central Locking Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Locking and Unlocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Locking Status Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
To Program the Automatic Lock Feature . . . . . . . 19
Chains, Snow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Changing a Bulb

Additional Brake Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Exit Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Front Lamp Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
Interior Lighting with Interior Sensor Protection255

INDEX 279

License Plate Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Reading Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Side-Marker Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Side-Mounted Turn Signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Taillamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Changing the Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Checking Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Checking Weights of Vehicle and Trailer. . . . . . . . . 188
Cigar Lighter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Cleaning

Cup Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Hard Plastic Trim Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Light Alloy Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Plastic and Rubber Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Seat Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Steering Wheel and Gear Selector Lever . . . . . . . 236
Upholstery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Wiper Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

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Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Comfort Tire Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Compartments in Front Doors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Constant RPMs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Consumer Assistance

Be Reasonable with Request . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
If You Need Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Prepare a List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Prepare for the Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Coolant Level Indicator Lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Coolant, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Cooling System, Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Corrosion Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Cup Holder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
De-Fogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Dehumidification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
De-Icing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Diesel Fuels for Use at Very Low Temperatures . . 180
Displaying Engine Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Doors

Front Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Rear Cargo Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Sliding Door. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Draining Fuel Filter with Water Separator . . . . . . . 184
Driver’s Airbag. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Driving Safety Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Electric Sun Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Electrical Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Fuse and Relay Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . 242
Fuse, Relay, and Diode Assignments - Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243
Relay Assignment, Standard Equipment . . . . . . 242
Standard Fuse and Relay Equipment. . . . . . . . . . 239
Electrical Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Electronic Brake Force Distribution . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Electronic Brake Force Distribution Lamp. . . . . . . . 157
Electronic Stability Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Emission Label, Vehicle/Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Emission Related Component . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Emissions Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Engine Break-in Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Engine Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Engine Control Unit Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Engine Coolant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Engine Cooling System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Engine Oil Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Engine Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Indicator in Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Engine Oil Level - Display in Instrument Cluster . 112
Engine Oil Level Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Engine Oils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220
Engine oils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Engine Speed, Maximum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Engine, Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Exhaust Gas, Inhalation of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54, 192
Fax Machines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Fire Extinguisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Fog Lamp Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Folding Seat at Partition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Fording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Front Seat Passenger Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

INDEX 281

Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Fuel Filter with Water Separator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Fuel Tank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Fuels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Bleeding the Diesel Fuel System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Diesel Fuels for Use at Very Low Temperatures 180
Draining Fuel Filter with Water Separator . . . . . 184
Fuel Filter with Water Separator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Fuel Tank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Fuse and Relay Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Fuse, Relay, and Diode Assignments - Optional Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Fuses, Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Gear Selector Lever Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Glove Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Lockable Glove Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Hazard Warning Flasher Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Head Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

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Headlamp Range Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Headlamps, taillamps, turn signal lenses . . . . . . . . 234
Heated Rear Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Heater, Seat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116, 118
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Hydroplaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Ignition

Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Starter Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Indicator Lamp Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Inhalation of Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Installing a Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Instrument and Display Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Instrument Cluster

Battery Charge Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Coolant Level Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Coolant Temperature Gauge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Engine Control Unit Indicator Lamp. . . . . . . . . . 107

Engine Oil Level Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Trip Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Water in Fuel Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Instrument Cluster and Indicator Lamps. . . . . . . . . . 91
Instruments and Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Interior Lighting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Cargo Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Driver and Rear-Seat Passenger/Cargo Area. . . . 69
Interior Sensor Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Reading Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Intervals, Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Intrument Cluster

Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103

Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Lamps

Acceleration Skid Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164

Acceleration Skid Control Warning Lamp . 143, 166
Additional Brake Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator Lamp. 161
Battery Charge Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Brake Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Coolant Level Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Electronic Brake Force Distribution . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Engine Control Unit Indicator Lamp. . . . . . . . . . 107
Engine Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Engine Oil Level Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Exit Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Indicator Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
License Plate Lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Reading Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Reserve Fuel Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Seat Belt Warning Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Side-Marker Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
SRS Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Taillamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Water in Fuel Indicator Lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

INDEX 283

Lifting Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Lighter, Cigar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Lighting, Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Lock, Ignition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Locking, Central. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Lumbar Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Maintenance Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Maintenance Intervals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Maintenance Schedules

Additional Maintenance Work After ... Years . . 270
Brake Fluid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Dust Filter for Heating/Ventilation Replacement . . 267
Engine Oil Change and Filter Replacement . . . . 267
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Oil Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Once a Year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Regular Check-Ups. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Scope of Work for Maintenance service . . . . . . . 268

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Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
With ASSYST Maintenance Computer . . . . . . . . 266
Without ASSYST Maintenance Computer . . . . . 265
Maximum Engine Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Mechanical Sun Roof. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Mechanical Sun Roof Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Mirrors

Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Mobile Telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Mopar® Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Multi-Function Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Multifunction Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Opening/Closing doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Operation, Window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Ornamental Moldings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Outlet, Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Outside Temperature Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Overheating (Air Heater) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
Passenger Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Passenger Airbag, Front Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Passenger Compartment Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Alarm Pushbutton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Switching off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Pedals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Permissible Roof Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Power Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Programmed Top Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Radio Transmitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Rear Cargo Doors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Rear Seat Bench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Removal and Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Regular Checks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218

Relay Assignment, Standard Equipment. . . . . . . . . 242
Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Locking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Replacing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Unlocking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Removing a Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Replacing Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Reporting safety Defects. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Reserve Fuel Indicator Lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Residual Engine Heat Utilization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Residual Engine Heat Utilization (REST) . . . . . . . . 122
Restraints, Occupant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Retrofitting Seat Mounting Cups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Reversing Aid

Audible Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Ribbed V-Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Roof Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
RPMs, Constant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Seat Belt Warning Lamp and Airbag Malfunction . . 44
Seat Belts

INDEX 285

Belt Tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Fastening and Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Seat Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Seats

Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Armrest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Seat. . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Folding Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Head Restraint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Lumbar Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Rear Seat Bench . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Security System with Towing and Passenger Compartment Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Audible Alarm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Switching off the Alarm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Visual Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Service Products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Disposal of Service Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218
Skid Control, Acceleration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164

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Sliding Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Snow Chains. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Spare Wheel Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Special Maintenance Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Speed Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Sprinter Original Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
SRS Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Standard Fuse and Relay Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Starter Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Stopping the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Suggestions For Obtaining Service For Your Vehicle . 272
Sun Roof

Electrical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Mechanical Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Sun Roof, Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Switch Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Switch,Starter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99, 101
Telephone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Tie Down Rings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Tire Grip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174
Tire Pressure Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Tire Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Tires

Changing the Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Comfort Tire Pressures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Hydroplaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Installing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Pressure Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Snow Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Spare Wheel Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Tire Grip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Tire Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Tire Pressures Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Tires, Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Towing a Trailer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Towing Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Switching off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Towing Protection and Passenger Compartment Protection Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Towing the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
If the Engine is Damaged. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
If the Front Axle is Damaged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
If the Rear Axle is Damaged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
If the Transmission is Damaged . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Attaching a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Checking Weights of Vehicle and Trailer . . . . . . 188
Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Loading a Trailer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Parking a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Trailer Hitches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Vehicle and Trailer Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Transmission, Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Trip Meter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Two Way Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

INDEX 287

Using the Jack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203
Vehicle / Engine Emission Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Vehicle Alteration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Vehicle and Trailer Weights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Vehicle Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Vehicle Safety Certification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Vehicle Tool Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Vehicle Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Ventilation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Ventilation, Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Wading Capability. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Warning Buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100, 153
Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Water in Fuel Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Window Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Window Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Mechanical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

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288 INDEX

Windows

De-Fogging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
De-Icing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Windshield Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Windshield Washer System Fluid Reservoir. . . . . . 219
Windshield Wiper Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Windshield wipers with rain sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Winter Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226

SECTION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

STARTING AND OPERATING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263

IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271

10

INDEX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277

10

INTRODUCTION

CONTENTS

3 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3 How to Use this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3 Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3 Vehicle Identification Number, Sample

and Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

3 Vehicle Safety Certification Label, Sample

and Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

3 Vehicle/Engine Emission Label, Sample

and Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

3 Environmental Concerns and

Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

3 Drinking Alcohol or taking Drugs

while driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

3 Information Regarding Electronic

Recording Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3 Stickers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

4 INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION This manual provides information needed to operate and understand the vehicle and its components. Additional detailed information is contained in the Owner’s Warranty Information Book and the Sprinter Service Booklet.

WARNING!

Be sure to read the Operating Instructions. Other- wise you may not be aware of certain risks and could injur yourself or others.

Sprinter vehicles are equipped with a variety of components. Not all of the information contained in this manual applies to every vehicle. IMPORTANT: Descriptions and specifications in this manual were in effect at the time of printing. For your reference, keep this manual in the vehicle at all times.

DaimlerChrysler Vans LLC reserves the right to discontinue models and to change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring and specifications contained in this publication provide no warranty, expressed or implied, and are subject to revisions and publication of new editions without notice.

obligation. Descriptions

any

WARNING!

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and cer- tain vehicle components contain or emit chemi- cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproduction harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in ve- hicles, and certain products of component wear, contain chemicals known to the State of Califor- nia to cause cancer and birth defects or other re- productive harm.

HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Consult the table of contents to determine which section contains the information you desire. The detailed index, at the rear of this manual, contains a complete listing of all subjects.

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS This manual contains WARNINGS against operating procedures which could result in an accident or bodily injury. It also contains CAUTIONS against procedures which could result in damage to your vehicle. If you do not read this entire manual you may miss important information. Observe all Warnings and Cautions.

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER, SAMPLE AND LOCATION

INTRODUCTION 5

1. Vehicle identification number, visible (location:

lower edge of windshield)

6 INTRODUCTION

VEHICLE SAFETY CERTIFICATION LABEL, SAMPLE AND LOCATION Location: below the driver’s seat on an outward facing position of the mounting pillar.

Vehicle identification number (location: on the chassis, right hand).

1. 2. Type plate

Incomplete vehicle certification label for chassis/cab. identification number,

(vehicle

permissible weights)

Sample Incomplete Vehicle Certification Label (Label 1)

Sample Type Plate (Label 2)

INTRODUCTION 7

VEHICLE/ENGINE EMISSION LABEL, SAMPLE AND LOCATION Location: on valve cover of the engine Sample:

Important Engine Information

This is a LOW EMISSION VEHICLE engine and meets all applicable requirements of US EPA CFFV as “ILEV” per 40 CFR 88 and CARB as “ULEV” per CCR 1956.8
DaimlerChrysler AG, Stuttgart, Germany

Mercedes-Benz Engine, Model Engine Family / Engine Code Exhaust System

Emission Control

OM 647 LA CID 164
4 MBXH2.69DJB / Code I TC, EMC, CAC, OC, EGR

Date of engine manufacture Advertised output (SAE gr.) Fuel rate at adv. Output Valve lash cold (ins.) Basic injection timing Idle speed

2004
115 kW (154 HP) /3800 rpm 55 - 63 mm3 / stroke n.a. int. / n.a. exh.. 14.5 ± 1 degrees BTDC 680 ± 50 rpm

This engine conforms to US, EPA, CARB and Canada regulations applicable to 2004 Model Year. This engine has a primary intended service application as a light HD diesel engine. This engine is not certified for use in an urban bus as defined at 40
CFR 86.093.-2. Sales of this engine for use in an urban bus is a violation of Federal Law under the Clean Air Act. This engine is certified to be operated on diesel fuel.

8 INTRODUCTION

ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS AND RECOMMENDATIONS In this manual, whenever you see instructions to discard materials, you should first attempt to reclaim and recycle them. To preserve our environment, follow appropriate environmental rules and regulations when disposing of materials.

DRINKING ALCOHOL OR TAKING DRUGS WHILE DRIVING

WARNING!

Drinking or taking drugs and driving can be a very dangerous combination. Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflex- es, perceptions and judgement. The possibility of a serious or even fatal accident is sharply increased when you drink or take drugs and drive. Never drink or take drugs and drive or allow anyone to drive after drinking or taking drugs.

INTRODUCTION 9

STICKERS There are various warning stickers affixed to the motor home. Their purpose is to make you and others aware of various dangers.

WARNING!

Do not remove any warning stickers. If you remove the warning stickers, you or others may not be aware of certain dangers and could be injured.

INFORMATION REGARDING ELECTRONIC RECORDING DEVICES (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data. This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety. DaimlerChrysler may access the information and share it with others (cid:127) for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes (cid:127) with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee (cid:127) in response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency

(cid:127) for use in dispute resolution involving

DaimlerChrysler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or

(cid:127) as otherwise required or permitted by law.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

CONTENTS

3 Ignition Lock/Starter Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
U Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3 Central Locking (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
U Unlocking: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
U Locking: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
U Central Locking Switch 17
U Locking Status Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
U Locking and Unlocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
U To Program the Automatic Lock Feature

when Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
3 Remote Keyless Entry (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
U Unlocking with Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . 21
U Locking with Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . 22
3 Replacing Batteries in Remote Keyless Entry . . . 22
3 Security System with Towing and Passenger

Compartment Protection (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . 23

U Audible Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
U Visual Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
U Switching off the Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

3 Towing Protection and Passenger Compartment

Protection Switch (Optional). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
U Towing Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
U Switching off the Towing Protection . . . . . . . . . 24
U Passenger Compartment Protection . . . . . . . . . 25
U Switching off the Passenger Compartment

Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

U Alarm Pushbutton (Vehicles with Security

Systems only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3 Opening/Closing doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
U Sliding Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
U Rear Cargo Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
U Passenger/Cargo Area Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
3 Occupant Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

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3 Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

U Seat Belt Warning Lamp and Airbag

Malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
U Fastening and Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
U Belt Height Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3 Driver’s Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
3 Front Seat Passenger Airbag (not in conjunction

with folding seat in partition wall) . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
3 Airbag and Belt Tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
U SRS Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . 49
U Belt Tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
U Safety Precautions for the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . 50

3 Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
3 Engine Break-In Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
U The first 1,000 miles (about 1,500 km) . . . . . . . . 52
U Engine Oil Consumption 53

3 Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
3 Inhalation of Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
3 Tie Down Rings (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

IGNITION LOCK/STARTER SWITCH

0 The steering wheel is locked when the key is

removed To remove the key, place the gear selector lever in position "P"; rotate the key in the ignition lock to position 0; and remove the key. 1 The steering wheel is unlocked 2 Preheating and driving position 3 Start position

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 13

To engage the steering wheel lock: After removing the key, turn the steering wheel until the steering wheel lock engages. To release the steering wheel lock: Turn the steering wheel slightly while turning the key to position 1. NOTE: If the driver’s or passenger’s door is opened with the key in position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock, a warning buzzer sounds.

WARNING!

Do not remove the key from the ignition lock un- less the vehicle is stationary. Always remove the key from the ignition lock when leaving the ve- hicle to prevent children or unauthorized per- sons from starting the engine.

14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Immobilizer The immobilizer is automatically activated when the key is removed from the ignition lock. The engine cannot be started. As soon as the correct key is inserted into the ignition lock, the immobilizer is deactivated. For notes on the remote keyless entry, refer to "Remote Keyless Entry". NOTE: If the engine cannot be started and the displays Á and î appear alternately in the multi-function indicator when the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, a fault has developed or the key used has not been activated. Remove the key and repeat the starting procedure. If the engine still cannot be started, consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.

CENTRAL LOCKING (OPTIONAL)

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 15

WARNING!

For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, lock the vehicle doors when you drive as well as when you park and leave the vehicle.

To unlock (1) To lock (2)

CAUTION!

An unlocked vehicle is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

To unlock (1) To lock (2)

16 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!

When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unsupervised in the vehicle, even if they are secured by a child restraint system. The children could • injure themselves on parts of the vehicle (cid:127) release the child-proof locks by pressing the central locking button and could thereby open the doors and

(cid:127) cause injury to others as a result (cid:127) get out of the vehicle and could either injure themselves when doing so or they could be injured by the traffic approaching from the rear (cid:127) suffer serious or fatal effects in the event of long

periods of hot weather

(cid:127) release the parking brake. The vehicle could

then start moving of its own accord.

Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal injuries, death and property damage.

Unlocking: If a door lock or interior handle on the driver or front seat passenger door is unlocked, only the driver or front seat passenger door will be unlocked. NOTE: If a door lock or interior handle on the sliding door or tailgate is unlocked, only the sliding door or tailgate will be unlocked. Locking: All doors are automatically locked if a door lock or interior handle is locked. NOTE: If the central locking automatically unlocks again after having been locked, at least one door is closed incorrectly. If it then locks again within about 5 seconds, then all closed doors are locked. The central locking displays vehicle locking with one or more open doors by means of a special function sequence (locking, unlocking, locking). Once closing has been completed, an open door will not automatically be locked.

After the engine is started (about 1 second), all doors with the exception of the driver-side door are locked automatically.

CAUTION!

In case of an accident, rescue from the outside may be more difficult if the vehicle is locked. To unlock the vehicle after the engine is started, refer to "Central Locking Switch".

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 17

the center

Central Locking Switch The central locking switch is located on the dashboard. The entire vehicle or the passenger door and the cargo doors can be locked or unlocked from

section of

just

inside the vehicle with the central locking switch. After the engine is started (about 1 second), all doors with the exception of the driver-side door are locked (standard setting).

18 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!

When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the ignition lock, and lock your vehicle. Do not leave children unsupervised in the vehicle, even if they are secured by a child restraint system. The children could • injure themselves on parts of the vehicle (cid:127) release the child-proof locks by pressing the central locking button and could thereby open the doors and

(cid:127) cause injury to others as a result (cid:127) get out of the vehicle and could either injure themselves when doing so or they could be injured by the traffic approaching from the rear (cid:127) suffer serious or fatal effects in the event of long

periods of hot weather

(cid:127) release the parking brake. The vehicle could

then start moving of its own accord.

Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal injuries, death and property damage.

Locking Status Display Left-hand indicator lamp is illuminated: The driver’s door is locked. Right-hand indicator lamp is illuminated: Front-seat passenger door and rear-seat passenger area/cargo area are locked. Both indicator lamps are illuminated: The entire vehicle is locked. If an indicator lamp flashes: At least one door has not been properly closed. NOTE: The indicator lamps go out, once the remote keyless entry transmitter has been used to completely lock the vehicle; if the ignition lock is in the position 0, and once the interior handles/closing cylinders have been used to completely lock the vehicle; after about 15 minutes in position 0 in the ignition lock. The display can be reactivated by pressing the central locking switch, located on the center section of the dashboard.

Locking and Unlocking To lock entire vehicle: Press top of central locking switch. The left and the right indicator lamp in the switch illuminate. If one of the two indicator lamps blinks, at least one door is not closed properly. To unlock entire vehicle: Press top of central locking switch again. To lock the front-seat passenger door and the rear-seat passenger area/cargo area: Press bottom of central locking switch. The right indicator lamp in the switch illuminates. If the indicator lamp blinks, at least one door is not closed properly. To unlock the front-seat passenger door and the rear- seat passenger area/cargo area: Press bottom of central locking switch again.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 19

CAUTION!

In case of an accident, rescue from the outside may be more difficult if the vehicle is locked. To unlock the vehicle after the engine is started, refer to ‘‘Central Locking Switch’’.

To Program the Automatic Lock Feature when Starting the Engine Place the key in position 2 in the ignition lock and close all doors. To switch off automatic locking of the front-seat passenger door and the rear-seat passenger area/cargo area: Press the central locking switch at the bottom and hold it there for about 5 seconds. The right indicator lamp flashes twice. Automatic locking when the engine is started is switched off. To switch on automatic locking of the front-seat passenger door and the rear-seat passenger area/cargo area: Press the central locking switch at the bottom and hold it there for about 5 seconds. The right indicator lamp

20 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

flashes four times. Automatic locking when the engine is started is switched on (standard setting). NOTE: A door which is closed after the engine has been started will not be locked automatically.

Au

CAUTION!

In case of an accident, rescue from the outside may be more difficult if the vehicle is locked. To unlock the vehicle after the engine is started, refer to ‘‘Central Locking Switch’’.

Automatic Unlocking in Case of an Accident The doors will unlock in the event of certain accidents, provided that the power supply is still maintained.

REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (OPTIONAL) NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 Subpart C Section 231 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference, and this device must accept any interference received

including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: Included with your vehicle are 2 remote keyless entry transmitters plus removable mechanical key. Keys which were not included with delivery must be activated at an authorized Sprinter Dealer before they can be used. If a non-activated key is used, after the fourth attempt to start, the starting process will be blocked for 1
minute. The multi-function display will alternately show Á and î, refer to "Immobilizer". Malfunctions could occur if the remote keyless entry transmitter is exposed to moisture. As a precaution, both remote keyless entry transmitters should always be carried.

The remote keyless entry transmitter transmits in all directions. It does not have to be pointed at the vehicle. Do not expose the remote keyless entry transmitter to high levels of electromagnetic radiation in order to avoid the risk of malfunctions. The remote keyless entry transmitter has an average range of about 32 ft (about 10 m). Always verify the correct operation of the remote keyless entry transmitter by listening for the locking noise and by checking that the white patch on the interior door handle is visible. When pressing the Œ or ‹ buttons, the indicator lamp illuminates. If the indicator lamp does not illuminate, the batteries must be replaced. The remote keyless entry transmitter will not function when there is a vehicle key inserted in the ignition lock.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 21

Release button for mechanical key (1) Indicator lamp (2) Lock button ‹ (3) Unlock button Œ (4) Unlocking with Remote Keyless Entry Press the Œ button once. The driver’s door is unlocked and the hazard warning lamp, as well as the remote keyless entry transmitter indicator lamp, blink once.

22 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Press the Œ button a second time. The passenger door and cargo doors are unlocked and the turn signal lamps, as well as the remote keyless entry transmitter indicator lamp, blink once again. The button must be pressed a second time within about 2.5 seconds, otherwise the second request to open can not be performed. NOTE: The vehicle is automatically locked again, if within about 40 seconds of unlocking with the remote keyless entry transmitter, none of the doors are opened. The hazard warning lamp does not blink. Locking with Remote Keyless Entry Press the ‹ button. The entire vehicle is locked and the hazard warning lamp blinks three times. The remote keyless entry transmitter indicator lamp blinks once. If the hazard warning lamp does not blink, at least one door is improperly closed. Check to see if there is a door that is not properly closed or if there is a key in the ignition lock. Remove key from ignition lock and/or close doors properly and press the ‹ button again.

REPLACING BATTERIES IN REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY Do not touch the battery contact surfaces (insert the batteries with a lint-free cloth).

WARNING! Keep batteries away from children. Consult a doctor immediately if a battery is swallowed. Dispose of used batteries in an environmentally responsible manner. Danger of explosion if the battery is not correctly replaced. Replacements should always be either of the same type or one which has been recommended by the manufacturer.

NOTE: Do not operate the remote control while the battery is being replaced.

Replacing Batteries

Rated voltage: 6 V DC (2x 3V) Rated current:10 mA 1. Release the mechanical key by pressing the release button.

2. Remove

battery cover.

the

3. Remove the battery and install new one (note correct polarity; positive terminal up).

4. Press on the battery cover until it

snaps into place.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 23

SECURITY SYSTEM WITH TOWING AND PASSENGER COMPARTMENT PROTECTION (OPTIONAL) The security system is ready for operation, if the vehicle is locked with the remote keyless entry transmitter. If a door is open, the security system is not switched on during the locking process. Security system activation is indicated by the turn signal lamps flashing three times in succession. For a function check, when the security system is switched on, the indicator lamps in the towing protection/passenger compartment protection switch flash. The security system will switch off if the vehicle is unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter. The turn signal lamps flash once.

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The alarm is triggered if the security system has been activated and (cid:127) A door is opened, (cid:127) a door is unlocked from inside, (cid:127) the engine cover is opened, (cid:127) the key is used to unlock the vehicle at any door, (cid:127) the key is turned to position 2 in the ignition lock. Audible Alarm The horn sounds for about 25 seconds. Visual Alarm The turn signal lamps flash for about 4 minutes. Switching off the Alarm The alarm will switch off immediately if the vehicle is unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter. NOTE: Do not manually unlock the doors as this will trigger the alarm.

TOWING PROTECTION AND PASSENGER COMPARTMENT PROTECTION SWITCH (OPTIONAL)

See Section 4, Understanding Your Instrument Panel, for switch locations.

Switch off the towing protection Indicator lamp As a function check, (1) the indicator lamp (2) flashes when the security system is switched on.

Switch off the passenger compartment protection. Towing Protection The towing protection is ready for operation after 30 seconds as the security system has been activated. The alarm is triggered if the vehicle is lifted while the security system is activated. Switching off the Towing Protection If the vehicle is to be transported or loaded, the towing protection must be switched off in order to avoid a false alarm.

1. Place the key in position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock. 2. Press the switch up (1) to switch off the towing

protection. The indicator lamp (2) is briefly illuminated.

If passenger compartment protection will be switched off as well, wait until the indicator lamp (2) goes out, and 3. Press switch (3) downward.

The indicator lamp (2) flashes about 10 times.

To activate the setting (towing protection/passenger compartment protection switched off): 4. Keep the key in locking position in the driver’s

door lock for more than 2 seconds or lock the vehicle using the remote keyless entry transmitter.

5.

The towing protection will remain switched off until the vehicle is locked again with the remote keyless entry transmitter. NOTE: The alarm will switch off immediately if the vehicle is centrally unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter.

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Passenger Compartment Protection The passenger compartment protection is ready for operation 30 seconds after the security system has been activated. The alarm is triggered if movement inside the vehicle is registered while the security system is activated. NOTE: Close the side windows and the glass tilting roof. Do not leave any objects (mascots, hangers) on the interior mirror or on the roof grab handles, as these could trigger a false alarm. Switching off the Passenger Compartment Protection If persons or animals remain in the locked vehicle, switch off the passenger compartment protection to prevent a false alarm. 1. Place the key in position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock. 2. Press the switch downward (3) to switch off the passenger compartment protection. The indicator lamp (2) flashes about 10 times.

If towing protection is to be switched off as well, wait until the indicator lamp (2) goes out, and

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3. Press switch up (1).

The indicator lamp (2) is briefly illuminated.

To activate the setting (passenger compartment/ towing protection switched off): 4. Lock the vehicle using the remote keyless entry

transmitter.

The passenger compartment protection will remain switched off until the vehicle is locked again with the remote keyless entry transmitter. NOTE: The alarm will switch off immediately if the vehicle is centrally unlocked using the remote keyless entry transmitter.

Alarm Pushbutton (Vehicles with Security Systems only) See Section 4, Understanding Your Instrument Panel, for switch locations.

Trigger the alarm manually/lock the vehicle. The audible and visual alarm can be triggered manually by using the alarm pushbutton.

Audible Alarm The horn sounds until the alarm is switched off. Visual Alarm The turn signal lamps flash until the alarm is switched off. Trigger the alarm manually and lock the vehicle. Press the alarm pushbutton upward once. The indicator lamp flashes in the towing/passenger compartment protection switch.

The vehicle will be centrally locked if all doors are closed. Switching Off the Alarm and Unlocking the Vehicle Press the alarm pushbutton up one more time. The vehicle will be centrally unlocked if it was not centrally locked before the alarm was manually triggered.

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OPENING/CLOSING DOORS Front Doors

WARNING!

Do not leave children unsupervised in the vehicle, even if they are secured by a child restraint sys- tem. The children could (cid:127) injure themselves on parts of the vehicle (cid:127) release the child-proof locks by pressing the central locking button and could thereby open the doors and

(cid:127) cause injury to others as a result (cid:127) get out of the vehicle and could either injure themselves when doing so or they could be injured by the traffic approaching from the rear (cid:127) suffer serious or fatal effects in the event of long

periods of hot weather

(cid:127) release the parking brake. The vehicle could

then start moving of its own accord.

Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause severe personal injuries, death and property damage.

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WARNING!

From the Outside

Only drive with the doors properly closed. You could lose the load, for example, and endanger ve- hicle occupants or other road users if the doors are open. Only open the doors when road and traffic conditions permit. Do not leave children alone in the vehicle. They could open a locked door from the inside despite the thereby endangering themselves and others. To prevent severe personal injuries, always keep hands and fingers away from the door opening when closing a door. Be especially careful when small children are around.

conditions,

road and

traffic

To unlock (1) To lock (2) To open the door: Pull the handle to open the door.

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CAUTION!

In case of an accident, rescue from the outside may be more difficult if the vehicle is locked. To unlock the vehicle after the engine is started, refer to "Central Locking Switch".

NOTE: The driver’s and passenger’s doors cannot be locked when they are open (lockout protection). In vehicles without central locking only the respective door will be locked or unlocked. Please note anti-theft alarm system: The anti-theft alarm will be triggered when the doors are manually unlocked. Cancel alarm by pressing button Œ. The anti-theft alarm system will not be activated when the doors are manually locked.

From the Inside

To unlock (1) To lock (2) To unlock and open Pull handle. To lock: Press the handle in. All closed doors will be locked. The door is locked when the white patch in the handle can be seen. If an open door is detected, refer to "Central Locking".

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Sliding Door

From the Outside

WARNING!

Only drive with the doors properly closed. You could lose the load, for example, and endanger ve- hicle occupants or other road users if the doors are open. To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the door opening when closing a door. Be especially careful when small children are around. Only open the doors when road and traffic conditions permit. Do not leave children alone in the vehicle. They could open a locked door from the inside despite the thereby endangering themselves and others. Do not leave doors open on uphill or downhill grades. Doors could be released from the door support and slam shut. If they are not closed properly, sliding doors can open on their own. This could result in severe injury. Be especially careful when small children are around.

conditions,

road and

traffic

To unlock (1) To lock (2) To open the door: Pull the handle and slide the door back to the stop. To close the door: Slide it forwards by the handle until it latches.

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From the Inside with Lock Button

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To unlock (1) To lock (2) To unlock and open: Pull handle. To lock: Press the handle in. The door is locked when the white patch in the handle can be seen. If an open door is detected, refer to "Central Locking".

Lock button (1) Handle (2) To unlock and open: Pull lock button (1) (the door is unlocked, all other doors remain locked). Pull handle (2). To lock:

In vehicles without central locking only the respective door will be locked or unlocked. Please note anti-theft alarm system: The anti-theft alarm will be triggered when the doors are manually unlocked. Cancel alarm by pressing button Œ. The anti-theft alarm system will not be activated when the doors are manually locked.

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Press lock button (1) (all doors are locked) If the central locking automatically unlocks again after having been locked, at least one door is closed incorrectly. If it then locks again within about 5 seconds, then all closed doors are locked. The central locking displays vehicle locking with one or more open doors by means of a special function sequence (locking, unlocking, locking). Once closing has been completed, an open door will not automatically be locked.

CAUTION!

In case of an accident, rescue from the outside may be more difficult if the vehicle is locked. To unlock the vehicle after the engine is started, refer to "Central Locking Switch".

NOTE: If an open sliding door is locked before being closed, then only the sliding door will be locked.

Rear Cargo Doors

From the Outside

WARNING!

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Only drive with the doors properly closed. You could lose the load, for example, and endanger ve- hicle occupants or other road users if the doors are open. To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the door opening when closing a door. Be especially careful when small children are around. Only open the doors when road and traffic conditions permit. Do not leave children alone in the vehicle. They could open a locked door from the inside despite the thereby endangering themselves and others. When the rear cargo doors are opened to an angle of 90°°°° (catch position), more than 50% of the rear lamps are concealed. When the door is open in this manner, you should warn others in accordance with legal requirements.

conditions,

road and

traffic

To unlock (1) To lock (2) To open the door: Pull the handle to open the door.

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From the Inside without Lock Button

From the Inside with Lock Button

To unlock and open: Pull handle. To lock: Press the handle in. The door is locked when the white patch in the handle can be seen. If an open door is detected, refer to "Central Locking".

Lock button (1) Handle (2) To unlock and open: Pull lock button (1) (the door is unlocked, all other doors remain locked). Pull handle (2). To lock: Press lock button (1) (all doors are locked).

If the central locking automatically unlocks again after having been locked, at least one door is closed incorrectly. If it then locks again within about 5 seconds, then all closed doors are locked. The central locking displays vehicle locking with one or more open doors by means of a special function sequence (locking, unlocking, locking). Once closing has been completed, an open door will not automatically be locked. NOTE: In vehicles without central locking only the respective door will be locked or unlocked.

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Opening Left-Hand Door

To open: Move the handle up. To close: Close the door until it engages.

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To lock manually: Move the handle down until it is in the vertical position. Automatic locking: If the left-hand door is closed, it will be automatically locked as soon as the right-hand door has been closed. NOTE: If an open tailgate is locked before being closed, then only the tailgate will be locked. Please note anti-theft alarm system: The anti-theft alarm system will be triggered when the doors are manually unlocked. Cancel alarm by pressing button Œ. The anti-theft alarm system will not be activated when the doors are manually locked.

Opening Angle 270°

To open: Unhinge the door check strap. Open the door 270° and press the door stay against the outer sidewalls. The doors will be kept in this position by retaining plates.

To close:

Pull the doors away from the retaining plates on the outer sidewalls.

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Passenger/Cargo Area Door

WARNING!

Always drive with the doors properly closed, be- cause if the vehicle is operated with the doors open, serious personal injury may result. To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the door opening when closing a door. Be especially careful when small children are around.

NOTE: The maximum cargo area door height is 5 feet 7 inches (176 cm).

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To Unlock the Door from the Passenger Area

To Unlock the Door from the Cargo Area (Optional)

To unlock, turn key to left (1) To open door (2) To close door and lock (3)

To unlock, press latch in direction (1) To open door (2) To close door and lock (3)

OCCUPANT RESTRAINTS Seat belts, belt tensioners, airbag and child restraint systems are independent restraint systems whose functions complement each other. All states and provinces require use of child restraints that comply with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. All child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt. For your safety and that of your passengers, you must use the seat belts and child restraint systems and use them properly. We strongly recommend their use.

WARNING!

In a collision, you and your passengers can suffer injuries, including fatalities, if you are not proper- ly buckled up. You can strike the interior of your vehicle or other passengers, or you can be thrown out of the vehicle. Always be sure you and others in your vehicle are buckled up properly.

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