2005 Dodge Sprinter Owners Manual

WARNING!

Do not modify the components or electrical wir- ing of the restraint systems. This includes the in- stallation of additional trim material, badges etc. over the steering wheel hub, or front door trim panels, and installation of additional electrical/ electronic equipment on or near restraint system components and wiring. Any work on the restraint systems should only be carried out by an authorized Sprinter Dealer. Unprofessional work can lead to the restraint systems triggering incorrectly or failing. Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked. Use only belts installed or supplied by an authorized Sprinter Dealer. Do not pass belts over sharp edges. Do not make any modification that could change the effectiveness of the belts.

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WARNING!

WARNING!

Airbag and belt tensioners are designed to func- tion on a one-time-only basis. An airbag or belt tensioner that was activated must be replaced. An airbag system component integrated in the steering wheel gets hot after the airbag has inflated. Do not touch. No modifications of any kind may be made to any components or wiring of the restraint system. Keep area between airbag and occupants free of objects (e.g. packages, purses, umbrellas, etc.). In addition, through improper work there is the risk of rendering the restraint system inoperative. Work on the restraint system must therefore only be performed by an authorized Sprinter Dealer.

When discarding of the airbag unit or emergency tensioning retractor, you must follow our safety instructions. These instructions are available at your Sprinter Dealer. Given the considerable deployment speed and the textile structure of the airbag, there is the possibility of injuries and even death resulting from being positioned too close to the airbag when it deploys. Do not seat children less than 5 feet tall or 12 years and under in the front. The back seat is the safest place for children. If the vehicle is not equipped with a back seat, children less than 5 feet tall or 12 years and under must never ride in this vehicle. Never place an infant seat on the front passenger seat. Children less than 5 feet tall or 12 years and under require a special restraint system for protection in the event of an accident as they may be too small to wear seat belts properly.

WARNING!

Children should never ride sitting on the lap of another occupant. In an accident they will be com- pletely without protection and could even be in- jured by the person they are sitting on. For the safety of all occupants read the child restraint sys- tem manufacturer’s instructions carefully when fitting any child restraint system. When the child restraint is not in use, remove it from the vehicle or secure it with the seat belt to prevent the child restraint from becoming a projectile in the event of an accident. Do not leave children unsupervised in the vehicle, even if they are secured by a child restraint system.

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SEAT BELTS

WARNING!

Always wear the seat belts, even for very short- trips. Wearing a seat belt incorrectly is dangerous. Seat belts are designed to go around the large bones of your body. These are the strongest parts of your body and can take the forces of a collision the best. Wearing your belt in the wrong place could make your injuries in a collision much worse. You might suffer internal injuries, or you could even slide out of part of the belt. Follow these instructions to wear your seat belt safely and to keep your passengers safe, too. A belt that is buckled into the wrong buckle will not protect you properly. The lap portion could ride too high on your body, possibly causing injuries. Always buckle your belt into the buckle nearest you. A belt that is too loose will not protect you as well. In a sudden stop you could move too far forward, increasing the possibility of injury.

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WARNING!

Wear your seat belt snugly. A belt that is worn under your arm is very dangerous. Your body could strike the inside surfaces of the vehicle in a collision, increasing head and neck injury. A belt worn under the arm can cause internal injuries. Ribs aren’t as strong as shoulder bones. Wear the belt over your shoulder so that your strongest bones will take the force in collision. A shoulder belt placed behind you will not protect you from injury during a collision. You are more likely to hit your head in a collision if you do not wear your shoulder belt. The lap and shoulder belt are meant to be used together. Pregnant women should also use a lapshoulder belt. The lap belt portion should be positioned as low as possible on the hips to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen. Two people should never be belted into a single seat belt. People belted together can crash into one another in an accident, hurting one another badly.

WARNING!

Do not secure any objects with a seat belt if it is also being used for one of the vehicle’s occupants. Do not allow the seat belt straps to become caught or to be damaged by sharp objects. A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no seat belt protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Do not disassemble or modify the system. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retractor, torn webbing, etc.). Have damaged seat belt assemblies replaced by an authorized Sprinter Dealer. Only use seat belt assemblies approved by the manufacturer. Keep the backrest upright or nearly upright.

WARNING!

WARNING!

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In the same crash, the possibility for injury or death is lessened with your seat belt buckled. Seat belts which have been subjected to heavy loads in an accident must be replaced and their anchorages must also be checked. Only use seat belts which have been supplied and installed by an authorized Sprinter Dealer. No modifications are to be made to the seat belts, their anchorages, the inertia reels or belt buckles.

Never ride in a moving vehicle with the backrest reclined. Sitting in an excessively reclined posi- tion can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. This could result in severe personal injuries and death.

The backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in an upright position and the belt is properly positioned on the body. Failure to wear and properly fasten and position your seat belt greatly increases your risk of injuries and their likely severity in an accident. You and your passengers should always wear seat belts. If you are ever in an accident, your injuries can be considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buckled. Without your seat belt buckled, you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or to be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed.

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Seat Belt Warning Lamp and Airbag Malfunction When the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, the warning lamp < lights up for about 6 seconds; this takes place whether or not the driver’s seat belt is fastened. The warning lamp < must go out after about 6 seconds if the driver’s safety belt is fastened, or the vehicle is standing still and the driver’s door is opened. If after about 6 seconds, the driver’s safety belt is not fastened with all doors closed, – and the vehicle speed does not exceed 15 mph (25
km/h), the warning lamp < remains on for as long as the driver’s safety belt is not fastened.

– and the vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h), the warning lamp < flashes and a warning signal sounds, which is repeated increasingly frequently until the driver’s safety belt is fastened, or for a maximum of 153 seconds from the time the vehicle speed exceeded 15 mph (25 km/h) if the driver’s safety belt remains unfastened.

If the driver’s safety belt remains unfastened after 153
seconds, the warning lamp < stops flashing and the warning signal stops sounding. The warning lamp < lights up for as long as the driver’s safety belt is not fastened. If the warning lamp < flashes after the first 6
seconds and no warning signal is audible, the malfunction indicator lamp 1 is defective. Have the malfunction indicator lamp 1checked and repaired by an authorized Sprinter Dealer as soon as possible. Malfunction indicator lamp 1, refer to “SRS Malfunction Indicator Lamp”.

Fastening and Removing

Belt tongue (1) Belt buckle (2) Release button (3)

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Fastening Seat Belts 1. Pull the seat belt over the body. The seat belt must

not be twisted or you could be injured.

2. Press the tongue into the buckle and make sure that

it is heard to engage.

3. The seat belt must be tight across the body. Check this immediately after fastening the seat belt, and at regular intervals during the trip. If necessary, tension the lap belt by pulling the shoulder strap up in front of the body.

WARNING!

A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across your abdomen. Always wear the lap part as low as possible and keep it snug. In an accident a twisted belt cannot fufill its protective function. In a collision it could even cut into you. Be sure the belt is straight. If you cannot straighten a belt in your vehicle, take it to an authorized Sprinter dealer and have it fixed.

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Removing Seat Belts 1. Press the release button in the belt buckle. 2. Guide the seat belt back to its rest position.

WARNING!

A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced im- mediately. Do not disassemble or modify the sys- tem. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a collision if they have been damaged (bent retrac- tor, torn webbing, etc.).

Seat Belt Warning System When the key is turned to position 2 in the ignition lock, a warning buzzer sounds for about 6 seconds if the driver’s safety belt is not pressed into the belt buckle. The buzzer stops as soon as the safety belt is fastened. Press the safety belt into the belt buckle.

Belt Height Adjustment

Belt height adjustment button 4
Do not adjust the belt height while the vehicle is moving. To lower: Press the button and move the belt sash guide down. To raise: Move the belt sash guide up. The shoulder strap must pass between the neck and the shoulder.

DRIVER’S AIRBAG

The driver’s airbag is located within the padded center of the steering wheel.

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WARNING!

To reduce the risk of injury when the front airbag inflates, it is very important for the driver to al- ways be in a properly seated position and to wear the seat belt. Since the airbag inflates with consid- erable speed and force, a proper seating position with hands on the steering wheel will help to keep you in a safe distance from the airbag. Keep hands on the outside of the steering wheel rim. Placing hands and arms inside the rim can in- crease the risk and the potential severity of hand/ arm injury when the driver front airbag inflates.

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FRONT SEAT PASSENGER AIRBAG (NOT IN CONJUNCTION WITH FOLDING SEAT IN PARTITION WALL)

WARNING!

To reduce the risk of injury when the front airbag inflates, it is very important for the driver to al- ways be in a properly seated position and to wear the seat belt. Since the airbag inflates with consid- erable speed and force, a proper seating position with hands on the steering wheel will help to keep you in a safe distance from the airbag. Do not place any pieces on the top of the mounting lid above the airbag. If the airbag is activated the pieces could be thrown into the passenger compartment. This could result in severe personal injuries and death.

AIRBAG AND BELT TENSIONERS The vehicle is equipped with an airbag for the driver and the front seat passenger as well as belt tensioners for the driver and the front passenger. The system is known as a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). It has been designed to work together with the seat belt and to supplement.

WARNING!

Do not put anything on or around the front airbag covers or attempt to manually open them. You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags are not there to protect you. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflat- ing.

SRS Malfunction Indicator Lamp When the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, the malfunction indicator lamp 1 will light up in the instrument cluster for about 4 seconds as a function check.

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WARNING!

If the malfunction indicator lamp 1 does not light up when the key is in position 2 in the igni- tion lock, if it flickers or lights up while the vehi- cle is moving, there might be a problem in the airbag system. There is then a danger that the air- bag will not deploy in the event of an accident or will deploy when it should not do so. Have the ve- hicle inspected and repaired by an authorized Sprinter Dealer without delay.

Belt Tensioners The belt tensioners are located on the three-point seat belts of the driver’s and front passenger seats. The belt tensioners will not operate unless the key has been turned to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. The airbag and/or belt tensioners are designed to only trigger in certain frontal impacts as not all accidents call for airbag and/or belt tensioner deployment.

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Safety Precautions for the Airbag

WARNING!

Airbags can seriously injure or kill you, especially if you are close to the airbag when it deploys. Always wear your seat belt. Airbags do not replace seat belts but instead supplement the protection offered by seat belts. Wearing a seat belt also makes it less likely that you will be out of position and will not be injured or killed as the airbag deploys. Never place an infant seat which faces to the rear on the front passenger seat. Children 12 years old and under, and any child who cannot wear a seat belt properly, must never ride in the front of this vehicle. The airbag does offer an additional degree of protection, especially to belted occupants, but the following precautions should still be taken to prevent injuries when the airbag is inflating. Do not position the seat closer than necessary to the airbag inflation point.

WARNING!

Do not lean forward when the vehicle is in mo- tion. Do not lean on the doors from inside the vehicle. Do not put your feet on the dashboard. Only hold the steering wheel by the outer rim so that the airbag can inflate unhindered. No objects should be positioned on the airbag or between the airbag and the vehicle’s occupants. If children are traveling, they should always use an appropriate child restraint system. Do not touch any hot parts after the airbag has inflated. Airbags which have triggered in an accident must be replaced. The center of the padded steering wheel must not be covered by any materials or have any labels or stickers attached to it, or else the airbag may not function reliably.

WARNING!

WARNING!

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Do not attempt to manually open the front airbag covers. You may damage the airbags and you could be injured because the airbags may not function as designed. These protective covers for the airbag cushions are designed to open only when the airbags are inflating. Do not modify any components of the restraint systems or their wiring. Observe relevant safety precautions when discarding off airbag units. Any authorized Sprinter Dealer can provide information and assistance. Make sure to give any new owner of your vehicle this Owner’s Manual so that the new owner will be aware of all safety warnings.

If the instrument cluster indicates a malfunction of the "SRS", as explained above, we strongly rec- ommend that you visit an authorized Sprinter Dealer immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the "SRS" may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in seri- ous or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpected- ly and unnecessarily, which could also result in injury or death. The activation of the "SRS" temporarily releases a small amount of dust from the airbag. This dust, however, is neither injurious to your health, nor does it indicate a fire in the vehicle. The dust might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, you may wish to get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have any breathing difficulty but cannot get out of the vehicle after the airbag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or door. Given the considerable deployment speed and the textile structure of the airbag, there is a risk of abrasions and injuries due to airbag deployment.

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PEDALS The freedom of movement of the pedals must not be impaired in any way, such as by floormats.

WARNING!

Do not lay any objects in the driver’s footwell. Be careful that floor mats or carpets in the driver’s footwell have sufficient clearance for the pedals. During sudden driving or braking maneuvers the objects could get caught between the pedals. You could then no longer brake or accelerate. This could cause an accident which could in turn lead to injuries.

ENGINE BREAK-IN SPECIFICATIONS The first 1,000 miles (about 1,500 km) The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more satisfied you will be with its performance later on. Therefore, drive your vehicle during the first 1,000 miles (1,500 km) at moderate vehicle and engine speed. Avoid depressing the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point (kickdown). Do not manually shift down. Avoid accelerating by kickdown. is not recommended to brake the vehicle by manually shifting to a lower gear. We recommend that you select positions "3", "2" or "1" only at moderate speeds (for hill driving). After 1,000 miles (about 1,500 km) you can gradually increase road and engine speeds to normal driving and requirements.

It

Engine Oil Consumption When the engine has passed the break-in period, oil consumption may reach 0.5 % of the fuel consumption recorded in actual operating circumstances. In isolated cases and in arduous operating conditions, oil consumption may increase to 1 % of the fuel consumption operating circumstances. Engine oil consumption depends on the driving style adopted and the operating conditions. It can only be judged after the engine has passed the break-in period.

recorded

actual

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SAFETY TIPS (cid:127) Check the vehicle’s lights and the general condition

of the vehicle before each trip.

(cid:127) Keep tires at the recommended inflation pressure. (cid:127) All occupants should fasten their seat belts before

each trip.

(cid:127) Driving in an environmentally responsible manner will reduce noise, fuel consumption and exhaust emissions.

(cid:127) Allow the engine to warm up under low load use. (cid:127) Avoid unnecessarily hard acceleration, driving with the throttle fully open, and carrying loads not specifically needed on the journey.

(cid:127) Stop the engine during lengthy waiting periods, for

example at traffic lights.

(cid:127) Remove ancillary parts, such as wind deflectors and

roof racks, as soon as they are no longer needed.

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INHALATION OF EXHAUST GAS WARNING!

When driving or parking the vehicle, make sure that its exhause system does not come into contact with flamable material (such as dry leaves) as these materials my otherwise catch fire. Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and lead to death. Do not run the engine in confined areas (such as a garage) which are not properly ventilated. If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving, have the cause determined and corrected immediately. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with at least one window fully open.

TIE DOWN RINGS (OPTIONAL)

1. Tie Down Rings The rings (1) are used to attach the load with the help of tension belts. Place the tension belt around the load, secure it on the rings (1) and tie it down.

WARNING!

If you tension the tensioning belts between the sidewalls, the maximum permissible load for the lashing rings could be exceeded if the brakes are applied suddenly or in the event of an accident. The load would no longer be secured, which could result in serious injuries caused by the load slip- ping. For this reason, do not tension a tensioning belt between the side walls. Observe the loading guidelines.

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NOTE: Use neither elastic fastening straps nor nets when lashing down the load. These are only intended as anti-slip protection for lighter loads. The means used to tie down the load must not be run over sharp edges or corners. Sharp edges or corners should be given protective padding. Observe the operating instructions for the material used to tie down the material. Spread the load evenly between the anchorages. If using a tensioning device, do not overstress the lashing rings.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

CONTENTS

3 Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
U Interior Mirror (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
U Electrically Adjustable Exterior Mirror

(Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
3 Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
U Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Seat . . . . . . . . . 60
U Lumbar Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
U Armrest (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
U Head Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
U Folding Seat at Partition (Optional) . . . . . . . . . 63
3 Seat Heater (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
3 Rear Seat Bench Removal and Installation . . . . . 64
U Retrofitting Seat Mounting Cups . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
3 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
3 Headlamp Range Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

3 Fog Lamp Switch (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
3 Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

U Interior Lamps in the Driver and Rear-Seat

Passenger Area/Cargo Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

U Interior Lamps with Interior Sensor

Protection (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

U Interior Lighting with Reading Lamp, Front

Passenger Space Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
U Interior Cargo Area Lighting (Optional) . . . . . 71
3 Multifunction Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
3 Window Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
U Mechanical Window Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
U Electric Window Operation (Optional) . . . . . . . 74
3 Windshield Wiper Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

U Windshield wipers with rain sensor

(Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

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3 Speed Control (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
3 Sunroof (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
U Manual Sun Roof (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
U Electric Sun Roof (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
U Mechanical Sun Roof Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
3 Ashtray/Cigar Lighter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
3 Electrical Outlet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

3 Control and Operation of Radio Transmitters . . . 84
U Radio, Telephone and Two Way Radio . . . . . . 84

3 Mobile Telephone and Two Way Radio and

Fax Machines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
3 Cup Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
3 Glove Compartment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
3 Compartments in Front Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

MIRROR ADJUSTMENT Interior Mirror (Optional)

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Electrically Adjustable Exterior Mirror (Optional)

1. Normal position (DAY) 2. Anti-glare position (NIGHT)

The switch is located in the door lining next to the door handle. Mirror adjustment, left (1) Mirror adjustment, right (2) When the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, each mirror may be adjusted by pressing the adjustment button. NOTE: The exterior mirror is heated automatically (optional equipment) when outdoor temperatures are low.

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SEAT ADJUSTMENT Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Seat

WARNING!

Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Ad- just the seat only while the vehicle is parked. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The seat belt might not be properly adjusted and you could be injured. Avoid seat positions in which you cannot wear your seat belt correctly. They are a safety hazard and must therefore be avoided; refer to "Seat Belts". Never ride in a moving vehicle with the backrest reclined. Sitting in an excessively reclined position can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck as this could result in severe personal injuries and death. The backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in an upright position and the belt is properly positioned on the body. Use the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.

WARNING!

Never place hands under seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted. If the seat is moved, to ensure engagement, the seat catches must be heard. The arms should be slightly bent when you are holding the steering wheel. The distance from the pedals should be such that you can depress them fully. The rear area of the vehicle should not be used as a play area by children when the vehicle is in motion. They could be seriously injured in an accident. Children should be seated and using the proper restraint system. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these area are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a seat belt properly.

Comfortseat (Optional)

Lumbar Support

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Seat adjustment, fore/aft (1) Seat cushion depth (Optional) (2) Seat height adjustment, front (3) Seat height adjustment, rear (4) Backrest tilt (5)

Hand pump (1) Bleeder valve (2) Reinforce support: Use hand pump (1). Relieve support: Press bleeder valve (2).

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Armrest (Optional)

Head Restraint

Tilt adjustment (1) By adjusting the tilt adjustment (thumbwheel) (1) the tilt of the armrest can be changed.

If you need to remove the head restraint, press the catch at the head restraint socket and pull the head restraint up and out.

WARNING!

You should never drive the vehicle if the head re- straint has been removed for an occupied seat. This could result in severe personal injuries and death in case of an accident. Adjust the head restraint so that it touches the back of the head at about ear level.

Folding Seat at Partition (Optional)

Key (1) Seat cushion (2) Fold down the seat cushion of the folding seat.

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WARNING!

When folding down the seat cushion, make sure that nobody can become trapped. The risk of injury to the front-passenger is increased the event of sharp steering movements or an accident if a key is inserted in the passenger/cargo area sliding door lock. Remove the key from the load compartment sliding door before using the folding seat.

in

SEAT HEATER (OPTIONAL) The seat heater switch is located on the center section of the dashboard. The seat heater only works when the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock .

Low heating output, press top of the seat heater switch. The left indicator lamp in the switch illuminates. High heating output, press bottom of seat heater switch. The right indicator lamp in the switch illuminates.

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REAR SEAT BENCH REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

WARNING!

The integrated seat belt can only offer the degree of protection for which it is designed if you install the specified rear bench seats correctly. Never op- erate vehicle unless all rear bench seats are prop- erly installed and all release levers are locked. When retrofitting seat benches, make sure that the exterior seat shells have four cross-ribs. Keep the seat bench mounting cups in the vehicle floor free from dirt and foreign objects. This is the that only way locking mechanisms will engage securely.

to guarantee

the

Unlocked (1) Locked (2) To remove: 1. Turn all release levers on the legs of the appropriate rear bench seat up. The rear bench seat can then move in the seat mounting cups.

2. Lift the rear bench seat up and out of the seat

mounting cups.

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Retrofitting Seat Mounting Cups

WARNING!

Additional rear bench seats can be added if seat mounting cups are properly installed. For reasons of safety, only have seat mounting cups retrofitted by an authorized Sprinter Dealer. Never exceed the maximum permissible number of rear bench seats for the specific vehicle. For more information contact your authorized Sprinter Dealer.

To install: 1. With the rear bench seat facing in the direction of travel, insert the legs of the rear bench seat in the respective seat mounting cups on the floor.

2. Slide the rear bench seat forwards with some force as far as it will go, until the release levers are heard to engage and all release levers are parallel to the vehicle floor.

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HOOD

To open:

WARNING!

When the hood is open, there is a risk of injury due to very hot engine components. When the engine is running or the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, there is a risk of injury due to moving engine components and the electrical system. The engine is equipped with a transistorized ignition system. Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components (ignition coils, spark plug sockets, diagnostic socket) of the ignition system with the engine running, while starting or if the ignition is on and the engine is turned manually. To help prevent severe personal injuries and death, stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the engine is running. If you see flames or smoke coming from the engine compartment, or if the coolant\temperature gauge indicates that the engine is overheated, do not open the hood. Move away from vehicle and do not open the hood until the engine has cooled. If necessary, call the fire department.

1. Pull the release lever (1).

The hood then opens slightly and is restrained by the safety catch.

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To close:

2. Open the safety catch (2). 3. Swing the hood up until the support strut (3)

engages.

1. Lift the hood up slightly. 2. Press the support strut (3) down. 3. Swing the hood down and make sure that it

engages in its retaining catch.

4. Check that the hood is engaged properly by pulling

on the front edge.

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WARNING!

Be sure the hood is properly closed before driving. If the hood is not fully latched, it could fly up when the vehicle is moving and block your for- ward vision. Be sure all hood latches are latched fully before driving. When closing the hood, use extreme caution not to catch hands or fingers.

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

the

The range of the headlamps can be adjusted to the load in the vehicle. Turn headlamp beam down. Turn headlamp beam up.

thumbwheel down to

thumbwheel up

the

to

When the vehicle is not loaded (driver only), the thumbwheel must be in position 0.

Where necessary, adjust the headlamp range with the thumbwheel to 82 yards (75 m). Always keep the headlamp range less than 110 yards (100 m), so that oncoming traffic is not blinded.

FOG LAMP SWITCH (OPTIONAL) See Section 4, Understanding Your Instrument Panel, for switch locations.

Lamp switch position õ To switch on: Press the upper section of the switch. To switch off: Press the lower section.

INTERIOR LIGHTING Interior Lamps in the Driver and Rear-Seat Passenger Area/Cargo Area

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 69

Interior Lamps with Interior Sensor Protection (Optional)

1. Permanently on 2. Off 3.

Interior lamps are switched on/off by the door contact switches

Interior lamp switch (1) Reading lamp switch (2)

Interior Lighting with Reading Lamp, Front Passenger Space Only

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Operation of Interior Lamps

Position 1: Continuous operation Position 2: The door contact switches are used to switch the interior lamps on and off Position 3: Switched off

Operation of Reading Lamps Position 1: Left-hand reading lamp switched on Position 2: Switched off Position 3: Right-hand reading lamp switched on

Continuous operation (1) The door contact switches are used to switch the interior lamps on and off (2) Switched off (3) Reading lamp (4)

Interior Cargo Area Lighting (Optional)

The switch is located on the center section of the dashboard. To switch on: Press top of switch:

The indicator lamp in the switch will illuminate.

To switch off: Press bottom of switch.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 71

The switch (1) is located on the right side of the cargo area at the entrance for the sliding door. To switch on: Press top of switch – the indicator lamp in the switch will illuminate. To switch off: Press bottom of switch.

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MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH

The switch (2) is located in the right rear of the cargo area. To switch on: Press top of switch, the indicator lamp in the switch will illuminate. To switch off: Press bottom of switch. NOTE: The interior cargo area lighting will shut off automatically after 15 min.

Turn signal indicator lamp, right (1) Turn signal indicator lamp, left (2) Short turn signal, press combination switch to pressure point. Continuous turn signal, engage combination switch. If a turn signal on the vehicle fails, the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster flashes at twice the normal rate.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 73

High beam headlamps (lamp switch positionõ) (4) Headlamp flasher (also when turn signals are on) (5) NOTE: When the key is in the ignition lock in the 0
position and the driver’s or passenger’s door is open, a warning buzzer sounds, if the vehicle exterior lighting (except for the marker lamps) has been switched on. On vehicles with automatic switching-off of high beam, with the key in 0 position and the lamp switch position õ on low and high beam, parking lamps are automatically switched on. When the driver’s or passenger’s door is opened, a warning buzzer also sounds. For high beam (4) and headlamp flasher (5), the indicator lamp A in the combination instrument lights up.

Lamp switch (3)

C Side lamps, license plate and instrument

lighting

õ Low

beam

headlamps,

high

beam

headlamps

ƒ Marker lamps, right, combination switch

lamps,

left, combination switch

up (1) Marker down (2)

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WINDOW OPERATION Mechanical Window Operation

Electric Window Operation (Optional)

The window operation switches are located on the driver’s and front- passenger doors.

WARNING!

Make certain that no one gets caught when the side windows are closed. The key should be removed from the ignition lock even if the vehicle will only be left for a short time to prevent situations such as children or unauthorized persons opening and closing the windows and becoming caught.

the manual window

To open the window: Turn counterclockwise direction. To close the window: Turn the manual window control in a clockwise direction.

control

in

Place the key in position 2 in the ignition lock. To open the window: Keep switch pressed downward until the window has reached the desired position.

To close the window: Keep switch pressed upward until the window has reached the desired position.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 75

WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH

Intermittent wipe and rain sensor (optional) (1) Normal wipe (2) Rapid wipe (3) Windshield washer system (4)

76 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!

Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield caused by e. g. ice, steam, fog or water could lead to an accident. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster or with the wind- shield heater (optional) before and during wind- shield washer use. Follow the recommended settings for de-fogging and de-icing the front windows given in Section 4.

Touch-wipe: Press the windshield wiper switch up to the pressure point. NOTE: Smears may form on the glass when the windshield wipers are in use. In this case, operate the windshield washer, even in rainy weather. Check wiper blades regularly for damage and contamination.

Windshield wipers with rain sensor (Optional) To switch on: Turn the windshield wiper switch to Intermittent wipe. When switched on, the windshield wipers wipe one time. After that the wiping interval and wiping speed (normal and rapid), depend on wetness of the windshield and are controlled automatically.

CAUTION!

Do not leave windshield wipers in intermittent setting when vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning and/or de- icing. Wipers will operate if the windshield gets wet, and wipers may be damaged as a result.

SPEED CONTROL (OPTIONAL)

Set/accelerate speed (1) Set/decelerate speed (2) Off (3) Resume set speed (4)

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 77

The speed control allows you to drive in a more relaxed manner, for example over long distances, as it automatically maintains the set speed by actively regulating the throttle setting. The speed control lever on the steering column is used to activate and operate the speed control. NOTE: The responsibility for the driving speed is always that of the driver. The cruise control is only an aid for the driver. NOTE: A change of gear does not shut off the cruise control. Every speed traveled above 25 mph (40 km/h) can be set. Once the speed is set, it is maintained constant by the speed control, the accelerator pedal can be released.

78 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!

Leaving the Speed Control on when not in use is dangerous. You could accidently set the system or cause it to go faster than you want. You could lose control and have an accident. Always turn the system off when you are not using it.

Setting momentary speed Briefly push speed control lever up (1) or down (2). Cancel speed control Push speed control lever forwards (3) or step on the brake pedal. Increase set speed Push up speed control lever (1) briefly – speed increase of 0.6 mph (1 km/h) each time. To increase speed steadily = hold the speed control lever in the push-up position.

Decrease set speed Push down speed control lever (2) briefly – speed decrease of 0.6 mph (1 km/h) each time. To decrease speed steadily, hold the speed control lever in the push-down position. Resume set speed (after shutting off) Push speed control lever back (4). With the accelerator pedal the set speed can be increased (for passing). When the accelerator pedal is released again, the set speed regulates itself again. With the key in position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock the set speed is cancelled.

WARNING!

The speed control does not adapt itself automati- cally to road conditions; therefore do not use cruise control on icy roads. There is a risk of skid- ding and loss of vehicle control. This could cause an accident resulting in severe personal injuries, death and property damage.

NOTE: On uphill and downhill grades it may not be possible to maintain set speed.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79

SUNROOF (OPTIONAL)

WARNING!

In an accident, there is a greater risk of being thrown from a vehicle with an open sun roof. You could also be seriously injured or killed. Always fasten your seatbelt properly and make sure all passengers are properly secured too. Do not allow small children to operate the electric sun roof. Never allow fingers or other body parts, or any object to project through the sun roof opening. Injury may result. Make certain that no one gets caught when the electric sun roof is closed. The key should be removed from the ignition lock even if the vehicle will only be left for a short time to prevent situations such as children or unauthorized persons opening and closing the electric sun roof and becoming caught.

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Manual Sun Roof (Optional)

– To open, turn the handwheel counterclockwise.

Maximum opening = turn until the stop is reached.

– To close, turn the handwheel clockwise until the stop is reached.

WARNING!

Never allow fingers or other body parts, or any ob- ject to project through the sun roof opening. Inju- ry may result. Make sure that nobody can be trapped when closing the sun roof.

Electric Sun Roof (Optional) See Section 4, Understanding Your Instrument Panel, for switch locations.

Place the key in position 2 in the ignition lock. To open the electric sun roof: Keep switch pressed upward until the sun roof has reached the desired position or the end position.

To close the electric sun roof: Keep switch pressed downward until the sun roof has reached the desired position or is completely closed.

Mechanical Sun Roof Operation The sun roof does not open or close: Check electrical fuse. Electrical fuses refer to “Electrical Fuses“. If the fuse works correctly, the sun roof can also be closed or opened manually.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 81

Remove cover (1) at the front frame of the sun roof. Remove tool (2) from the cover (1) and insert. Open manually: Press in tool (2) and turn counterclockwise (3). Close manually: Press in tool (2) and turn clockwise (4). Have malfunctions rectified by an authorized Sprinter Dealer.

82 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

ASHTRAY/CIGAR LIGHTER

Ashtray in the driver’s compartment. Ashtray (1) Cigar lighter (2)

To open the ashtray (1): Pull the ashtray (1) out until it locks into place.

To close the ashtray (1): Push the ashtray (1) forward over the working point until it reaches the stop.

To switch on the cigar lighter (2): Press in the cigar lighter (2), it will automatically spring back as soon as the filament begins to glow.

Ashtray in the rear passenger compartment.

The ashtrays are located in the side linings in the passenger compartment.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 83

ELECTRICAL OUTLET The electrical outlet is located on the lower right in the center of the dashboard.

NOTE: Maximum capacity: 180 VA

CAUTION!

(cid:127) Many accessories that can be plugged in draw power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in use (i.e. cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or prevent engine starting.

(cid:127) Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers, vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.), will degrade the battery even more quickly. Only use these intermittently and with greater caution.

(cid:127) After the use of high power draw accessories, or long periods of the vehicle not being started (with accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be driven a sufficient length of time to allow the alternator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.

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CONTROL AND OPERATION OF RADIO TRANSMITTERS Radio, Telephone and Two Way Radio

WARNING!

Please do not forget that your primary responsi- bility is to drive the vehicle. Only operate the ra- dio, telephone, navigation system, two-way radio or fax when road and traffic conditions permit. Otherwise you could be distracted from the traffic and cause an accident. Always obey local laws and regulations. Remember that at a speed of just 30 mph (about 50
km/h), your vehicle is covering a distance of 50
feet (about 14 m) every second.

MOBILE TELEPHONE AND TWO WAY RADIO AND FAX MACHINES

WARNING!

Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built-in or attached antenna (i.e., without being connected to an external antenna) from inside the vehicle while the engine is running. Doing so could lead to a malfunction of the vehicle’s elec- tronic system, possibly resulting in severe person- al injuries and death.

Radio transmitters, such as a mobile telephone or a citizens band unit should only be used inside the vehicle they are connected to an antenna that is installed on the outside of the vehicle. Refer to the radio transmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna.

CUP HOLDER The cup holder in the driver’s compartment is located below the instrument panel between the driver’s and front passenger’s seats.

UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 85

The cup holders in the passenger compartment are located in the center below the seat benches.

Pull out cup holder in the direction of arrow.

86 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE

WARNING!

Your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle. Do not use cup holder while the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise you could be distracted from traffic and cause an accident or liquid could spill from the containers due to for example breaking or other vehicle movement. Place only containers that fit into the cup holder to prevent spills. Do not fill containers to a height where the contents could spill, especially hot liquids. Otherwise you may scald yourself.

GLOVE COMPARTMENT To open glove compartment: Pull handle (1)

COMPARTMENTS IN FRONT DOORS

Locked (1) Unlocked (2)

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

CONTENTS

3 Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
3 Instrument Cluster and Indicator Lamps . . . . . . . 91
U Indicator Lamp Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
U Multi-Function Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
U Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
U Odometer and Trip Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
U Instrument and Display Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . 97
U Outside Temperature Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
U Reversing Aid Distance Display (Optional) . . . 99
U Tachometer (Engine rpm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
U Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
U Fuel Gauge with Reserve Fuel Indicator

Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
U Battery Charge Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
U Water in Fuel Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
U Engine Oil Level Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . 105
U Coolant Level Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
U Engine Control Unit Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . 107

3 Switch Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
3 ASSYST Maintenance Computer (Optional). . . . 110

U Engine Oil Level – Display in Instrument

Cluster (Vehicles with ASSYST Maintenance Computer only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

U Displaying Engine Oil Level with

Engine Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

3 Engine Oil Level Indicator in Instrument

Cluster (Vehicles without ASSYST Maintenance Computer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
3 Heating, Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
U Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
U Air Recirculation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
U Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
U De-Fogging and De-Icing The Front

Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
U Side Air Vents and Center Air Vents . . . . . . . . 120

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U Upper Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
U Heated Rear Window (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . 121
U Windshield Heater (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
U Residual Engine Heat Utilization (REST) . . . . 122
3 Air Conditioning, Regulated (Optional) . . . . . . 122

U Climate Control (on Vehicles with Air

Conditioning) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

U Dehumidification

(on Vehicles with Air Conditioning) . . . . . . . . 124

U Air Conditioner for the Rear Passenger

Compartment (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
U Air Recirculation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
U Air Strainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
3 Electric Blower (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

3 Heater Booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
3 Auxiliary Heater – Water or Air Heater

(Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
U Auxiliary Heater Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
U Timer Auxiliary Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
U Settings with the Auxiliary Heater

switched on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136

3 Auxiliary Heat Exchanger in Load

Compartment, only with Auxiliary Heater (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137

3 Auxiliary Heater – Tips for Coping with

Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138
U Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 89

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Legend For Instruments And Controls 1. Left-hand air vent. 2. Multifunction switch. 3. Speed control. 4. Hood release lever. 5.

Instrument cluster, refer to "Instrument Cluster and Indicator Lamps".

6. Hazard warning flasher switch. 7. Steering wheel with horn, front driver airbag. 8. Fuse box. 9. Windshield wiper switch, refer to "Windshield

Wiper Switch".

10. Ignition lock/starter switch. 11. Center air vents. 12. Upper air vents. 13. Radio, see individual manual.

14. Temperature control switch. 15. Airflow control switch. 16. Air distribution switch. 17. Temperature sensor, automatic heating

control/air conditioning, regulated.

18. Air conditioning switch. 19. Heater booster switch. 20. Residual engine heat utilization switch. 21. Gear selector lever (automatic transmission) 22. Timer for auxiliary heater. 23. Electrical outlet. 24. Ashtray. 25. Cup holder. 26. Front passenger airbag. 27. Right-hand air vent. 28. Glove compartment. NOTE: For layout of switches, see previous page.

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND INDICATOR LAMPS

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 91

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Legend For Instrument Cluster And Indicator Lamps 1. Tachometer (Engine rpm), refer to "Tachometer

(Engine rpm)". 2. Turn signal

indicator

3. Turn signal

"Multifunction Switch". indicator "Multifunction switch".

lamp

(left), refer

to

lamp (right), refer to

4. ASR warning lamp or ESP* warning lamp. 5. Speedometer. 6. Multi-function indicator, refer to "Multi-Function

Indicator".

7. Gear selector lever position. 8. Coolant temperature gauge, refer to "Coolant

Temperature Gauge". * 2500 Type vehicles only

9. Fuel gauge with reserve fuel indicator lamp (yellow), refer to "Fuel Gauge with Reserve Fuel Indicator Lamp".

10. Warning and indicator lamps. 11. Odometer/trip meter selector, refer to "Odometer

and Trip Meter". Clock/outside temperature display selector, refer to "Clock and Outside Temperature Display".

12. Instrument lighting brighter/dimmer, refer to

"Instrument Lighting".

Indicator Lamp Symbols v Acceleration skid control (ASR)

or electronic stability program (ESP)* or slippery surface warning.

1 Airbag Malfunction (USA only).

Parking brake applied.

A High beam on, refer to "Multifunction Switch". # Battery not being charged,

refer to "Battery Charge Indicator Lamp".

Water in fuel filter, refer to "Water in Fuel Indicator Lamp". 2 Brake pads worn. : Engine oil level too low,

refer to "Engine Oil Level Indicator Lamp".

/ Coolant level too low,

refer to "Coolant Level Indicator Lamp".

; Brake fluid level too low and electronic brake force

distribution (EBD) malfunction (USA only).

*2500 Type Vehicles only.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 93

3 Brake fluid level too low and electronic brake force

distribution (EBD) malfunction (Canada only).

< Seat belt warning lamp. - Anti-lock brake system (ABS) malfunction.

Electronic stability program (ESP)* malfunction.

± Engine control unit malfunction.

k Acceleration skid control (ASR) malfunction and brake assist system (BAS)1 malfunction.

™ Constant RPMs on. W Fluid level in windshield washer low. q Preheating.

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Multi-Function Indicator

WARNING!

Never operate buttons (1, 2, 3 and 4) in the multi- function indicator while driving. To operate these buttons the driver must reach through the steering wheel, which could significantly impede its movement. Your attention will also be diverted from the road and traffic conditions. This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle and could lead to an accident and result in severe personal injuries or death. For this reason, make sure that the traffic conditions are safe before pressing the buttons, so that nobody may be endangered. When possible, reach around the steering wheel to operate the multi-function indicator buttons. Do not rest your head or chest on the steering wheel or dashboard when operating the buttons.

The multi-function indicator can be used to call up the odometer, trip meter, clock and outside temperature, or information such as remaining time/distance until the next service is due, or the engine oil level. If your vehicle is equipped with reversing aid, the multi-function indicator also displays the distance between your vehicle and a detected obstacle. The multi-function indicator is activated by: Turning the key to position 2 in the ignition lock, opening the driver’s door, pressing one of the buttons æ, switching the side lights on, refer to "Combination Switch".

(‘), I, ç or

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 95

1. Press the button

(‘) to switch between the odometer and the trip meter, and to reset the trip meter. Press the button maintenance computer.

(‘) to activate the ASSYST

2. Press the I button to switch between the time and outside temperature and to activate the time adjustment.

3. Press the ç to adjust (dim) the display and

instrument lighting and to adjust the clock.

4. Press the æ to adjust (brighten) the display and

instrument lighting and to adjust the clock.

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Clock

Activate the multi-function indicator, refer to "Multi- Function Indicator". Button I – to reverse the time adjustment/ switch between hours and minutes (1) Button ç – to turn the time back (2) Button æ – to advance the time (3)

To switch between Time and Outside Temperature Display (Optional) Press the I button briefly.

If button I is pressed twice within one second, the display will revert to the original mode after 20 seconds.

To Adjust the Time Call up time display: 1. Press button I and hold – the hours display will

flash. To change the time by one hour = briefly press button æ or ç. To change the time by several hours = press and hold button æ or ç.

2. Briefly press button I – the minutes display will

flash. To change the time by one minute = briefly press button æ or ç. To change the time by several minutes = press and hold button æ or ç.

3. Briefly press button I – the set time is accepted.

Odometer and Trip Meter

Instrument and Display Lighting

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 97

Display lighting: 3. Press button ç, to display lighting dimmer 4. Press button æ, to display lighting brighter

the multi-function

Activate distance covered by the vehicle will be shown. 1. To switch between the odometer and the trip meter,

indicator. The

total

press button (1) briefly.

2. To reset the trip meter, call up trip meter. Press button (1) and hold until the trip meter shows 0000.

NOTE: Odometer and trip meter display – –

"mi" in USA only. "km" in Canada only.

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Instrument and display lighting: 1. Switch on the marker lamps, refer to "Combination

Switch"

2. Press button ç, to instrument and display

lighting dimmer

3. Press button æ, to instrument display lighting

brighter

Outside Temperature Display

1. Clock/outside temperature display selector

Press button I briefly. The display will switch to the required mode. If button I is pressed twice within one second, the display will revert to the original mode after 20 seconds.

The outside temperature is displayed when the multi- function indicator is activated. Sudden changes in temperature, for instance when leaving a garage, are only shown after a certain delay. NOTE: Outside temperature display °F in USA only. °C in Canada only.

WARNING!

Even if the display still reads a few degrees above 32°F (0°C), the road surface may be icy, particular- ly in woods or on bridges. You could skid and lose control over your vehicle and thereby cause an ac- cident. Adapt your speed and driving style to the prevailing road and weather conditions to prevent an accident and possible personal injury or property damage.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 99

in

Reversing Aid Distance Display (Optional) When the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock and the reverse gear is engaged, the reversing aid automatically begins to monitor the area to the rear of the vehicle.

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The following display appears if the reversing aid does not detect an obstacle.

When a continuous warning signal sounds for approximately three seconds and the error code

NOTE: Distance display – –

"in" in USA only. "cm" in Canada only.

The distance between the sensors and an obstacle detected within the monitoring range is displayed in increments of 2 in (5 cm). If the distance is less than 40 in (100 cm), a warning signal also sounds, which is repeated increasingly frequently as the vehicle approaches the obstacle. A continuous warning signal sounds if the distance undershoots 20 in (50 cm).

appears in the multi-function indicator, the reversing aid is malfunctioning. Maneuver with particular care, if interference from an external source of ultrasonic waves (compressed-air brakes of trucks, a car wash or a pneumatic drill) is causing the reversing aid to malfunction. Dirty reversing aid sensors or malfunctioning backup lamps could also cause to malfunction. Clean the reversing aid sensors and check the backup lamps. Otherwise have the malfunction traced and rectified by an authorized Sprinter Dealer.

the reversing aid

Tachometer (Engine rpm)

Coolant Temperature Gauge

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Do not exceed the maximum permissible engine speed. NOTE: To protect the engine, its fuel supply is interrupted when the maximum rpm is reached. Despite this, the maximum rpm can still be exceeded in overrun mode (e.g. when driving downhill).

The coolant temperature is displayed when the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock. If corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze is present in the correct concentration in the coolant, the coolant temperature will be between 185 °F (+85 °C) and 250 °F (+120 °C), depending on operating conditions. If the needle reaches the red section, do not continue to drive the vehicle.

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CAUTION!

Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running as you would not be able to react to the temperature indicator if the engine overheats. This would lead in turn to engine damage.

For coolant level indicator lamp /, refer to "Coolant Level Indicator Lamp". NOTE: Coolant temperature display °F in USA only. °C in Canada only.

WARNING!

Driving when your engine is badly overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire. You could be seriously burned. Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns and can occur just by opening the engine hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Turn off the engine, get out of the vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle until it cools down.

Fuel Gauge with Reserve Fuel Indicator Lamp

The fuel level is displayed when the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock.

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The reserve fuel indicator lamp (1) lights up for about 2 seconds. If the reserve fuel indicator lamp remains on or lights up again when the engine is running, the fuel in the tank hasreached reserve level. Reserve level: about 2.8 US gal (10.5 liters). NOTE: If the fuel gauge sensor is damaged, the reserve fuel indictor lamp (1) will light up and the needle will vary its position between the maximum and minimum marks. Have the malfunction traced and rectified by an authorized Sprinter Dealer.

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Battery Charge Indicator Lamp

Water in Fuel Indicator Lamp

When the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, the battery charge indicator lamp # will light up in the instrument cluster. It must go out when the engine is running. If the battery charge indicator lamp # remains on or lights up again while the vehicle is moving, a fault has developed in the battery charge circuit. Do not drive on. Take your vehicle to an authorized Sprinter Dealer to have the problem corrected.

indicator

When the key is turned to position 2 in the ignition lock, the fuel filter in the instrument cluster lights up for about 2 seconds. It must go out when the engine is running. does not go out or If water in fuel indicator lamp comes on with the engine running, drain the water from the fuel filter as soon as possible.

lamp

NOTE: Should the water in fuel indicator lamp still not go out after the fuel filter has been drained, the cause should be examined by an authorized Sprinter Dealer. If the indicator lamp does not light up for about 2 seconds with the key in the ignition lock in position 2, there is a malfunction in the water separator system. Have the cause rectified by an authorized Sprinter Dealer.

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Engine Oil Level Indicator Lamp

The engine oil level indicator lamp : lights up in the instrument cluster when the key is turned to position 2 in the ignition lock. It must go out when the engine is running.

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If the engine oil level indicator lamp : does not go out, or if it lights up again while the vehicle is moving, the engine oil level has dropped to a point close to the minimum level mark on the dipstick. The indicator lamp : lights up only briefly at first, becoming permanent as the oil level drops further. Stop the engine immediately and check the engine oil level. If no obvious leak is visible, correct the oil level. If the engine oil level indicator lamp : lights up, even if the engine oil level is sufficient, have the cause traced and rectified by an authorized Sprinter Dealer. For approved engine oils, please contact your authorized Sprinter Dealer.

Coolant Level Indicator Lamp

When the key is turned to position 2 in the ignition lock, the coolant level indicator lamp / in the instrument cluster lights up for about 2 seconds. It must go out when the engine is running. If the coolant level indicator lamp / remains on or lights up again when the engine is running, the coolant level is too low. Do not drive on. Switch the engine off and add coolant.

If a large quantity of coolant is being lost, or if smaller amounts are lost at regular intervals, have the engine cooling system examined by an authorized Sprinter Dealer.

CAUTION!

Never run the engine if the coolant level is too low. This could cause the engine to overheat, leading in turn to engine damage.

WARNING!

Driving when your engine is badly overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire. You could be seriously burned. Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns and can occur just by opening the engine hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Turn off the engine, get out of the vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle until it cool downs.

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Engine Control Unit Indicator Lamp

When the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, the engine control unit indicator lamp ± will light up in the instrument cluster. It must go out when the engine is running. If the engine control unit indicator lamp ± remains on or lights up again while the vehicle is moving, the fuel tank was run empty or a fault has developed in the engine control unit. The engine’s power output may be reduced. Refuel and bleed the fuel system or have the cause traced and rectified by an authorized Sprinter Dealer.

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SWITCH LOCATIONS

Legend for Switch Locations 1. Fog lamp switch (Optional), refer to "Fog Lamp

Switch".

2. Headlamp range control, refer to "Headlamp

Range Control".

3. Auxiliary heat exchanger switch (Optional). 4. Heated rear window (Optional). 5. Left-hand seat heater switch (Optional). 6. Central locking switch with load compartment lock

(Optional).

7. Alarm pushbutton. 8. Deactivate Acceleration skid control (ASR) switch.

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9. Switch for auxiliary heater (Optional) 10. Right-hand seat heater switch (Optional), 11. Sun roof operation switch (Optional). 12. Interior cargo area lighting (Optional), refer to "Interior Cargo Area Lighting".

13. Towing/passenger compartment protection switch

(Optional).

14. Airflow switch for the air conditioner for rear

passenger compartment (Optional).

15. Temperature control (Optional). 16. Electric blower switch (Optional). 17. Windshield heater switch (Optional). 18. Constant RPM switch (Optional).

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ASSYST MAINTENANCE COMPUTER (OPTIONAL)

If additional maintenance operations are due, the maintenance indicator

Symb N00.00-2388-00

or

Symb N00.00-2157-00

lights up when the key is turned to position 2 in the ignition lock. For additional maintenance operations, see Sprinter Service Booklet. If a service deadline is exceeded, the display will flash with a minus sign in front when the key is turned to position 2 in the ignition lock. The display will button 10 seconds. The remaining time or remaining distance can also be called up manually. To manually call up the remaining time/distance: Activate the multi-function indicator, refer to "Multi- Function Indicator". Briefly press the button

the (‘) is pressed, or automatically after

cancelled when

(‘) twice.

be

Function button Approximately one month or 2,000 miles (3,000 km) before a service is due, the maintenance symbol

(‘) (1)

Symb N00.00-2387-00

or

Symb N00.00-2156-00

lights up when the key is turned to position 2 in the ignition lock. If the remaining time (in days) is shown, the additional symbol È also appears in the multi-function indicator.

be

the (‘) is pressed, or automatically after

Depending on the driving style, the mileage covered and the operating conditions, the next service due is displayed either as a remaining distance in "mi" (in km) or as a remaining time in "days". The length of time between services should not exceed 2 years. The display will cancelled when button 10 seconds. When a service has been performed, have the ASSYST maintenance computer reset by an authorized Sprinter Dealer. Should your Sprinter for any reason not be serviced by the ASSYST an maintenance exceptional can, circumstances, be reset as follows: Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock and immediately press the button Within 10 seconds, return the key to position 0 in the ignition lock. Press and hold the button position 2 button

(‘). Turn the key to the

authorized Sprinter Dealer,

in (‘) pressed.

lock. Keep

(‘) twice.

computer

ignition

the

in

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The maintenance indicator with the current remaining time/distance is shown. After about 10 seconds, an acoustic signal will sound and the maintenance indicator is displayed with the new remaining time/distance. Release the button (‘). NOTE: The ASSYST maintenance computer provides information on the optimum maintenance requirements. If maintenance intervals are not observed, resulting damage will not be covered by Warranty. The ASSYST maintenance computer is not an engine oil gauge. Engine oil level – for display in instrument cluster, see next page. If the engine oil level indicator lamp lights up, refer to "Engine Oil Level Indicator Lamp". If the battery is disconnected, the time is not recorded by the ASSYST maintenance computer. Such periods must be considered if maintenance intervals are measured by time.

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Engine Oil Level – Display in Instrument Cluster (Vehicles with ASSYST Maintenance Computer only)

If no engine oil is added and the engine oil level drops further, a warning buzzer will also sound and

Symb N00.00-2384-00

qt

will appear in the multi-function indicator. 2.0 quarts (about 1.9 liters) of oil must be added. NOTE: Engine oil level display – –

"qt" in USA only. "l" in Canada only.

CAUTION!

If the : indicator lamp lights up, the warning symbol in the multi-function indicator appears and the warning buzzer sounds, the operating safety of the engine is endangered (possibility of engine damage). A sudden decrease or absence of oil pressure may indicate a mechanical failure. Bring the vehicle to a safe stop, and investigate the cause to prevent further damage. Do not operate the engine until the cause has been determined and corrected.

If the : indicator lamp lights up briefly when the engine is running, the engine oil level has dropped to the minimum mark. Check the engine oil level without delay and add oil to the upper mark on the dipstick.

If the warning

Symb N00.00-2150-00

is displayed in the multi-function indicator while the engine is running, the engine oil level is above maximum.

CAUTION!

Do not operate the engine if the oil level is above maximum. There is a danger of damage to the engine or catalytic converter.

Siphon or drain off engine oil until the engine oil level is between the lower and upper marks on the dipstick. Check the engine oil level again.

Symb N00.00-2151-00
must be displayed. NOTE: If the oil level is correct and a fault warning is still given, have the fault traced and rectified by an authorized Sprinter Dealer.

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Displaying Engine Oil Level with Engine Off