Page 1 Sprinter Operator's Manual É9065844908GËÍ 9065844908 Order no. 6462 7546 13 Part no. 906 584 49 08 Edition 07-15 MB...
Page 2 WARNING 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, ON M4G 4C9 Warning notes make you aware of dangers Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi- www.mercedes-benz.ca which could pose a threat to your health or cles and about Daimler AG can be found on the Customer Relations Department: life, or to the health and life of others.
Page 3 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz Before you first drive off, read the Operator's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with your vehicle. Please adhere to the information and warning notes in this Operator's Manual for your own safety and to ensure a longer operat- ing duration of the vehicle.
Page 4 Contents Index ............3 At a glance ........... 31 Introduction ......... 22 Safety ........... 39 Opening and closing ......59 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ..72 Lights and windshield wipers .... 79 Climate control ........97 Driving and parking ......118 On-board computer and displays ..
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Index Setting the center air vents ... 105 1, 2, 3 ... Setting the side air vents ....106 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) ..55 Air-conditioning system 12 V socket ........210 Refrigerant ........284 see Climate control Air-recirculation mode Important safety notes ....
Page 6 Index Overview ........124 Indicator lamp ........ 195 Basic settings Problem (malfunction) ....127 Releasing the parking lock man- see Settings Battery ually ..........127 Selector lever ........ 124 Isolating switch ......118 Selector lever positions ....124 Replacing (SmartKey) ...... 61 Battery (SmartKey) Shift ranges ........
Page 7 Index Brake force distribution, elec- tronic California see EBD (electronic brake force Important notice for retail cus- distribution) tomers and lessees ......22 Brake lamps Replacing bulbs ....... 89 see Vehicle Brake lamps (Chassis Cab) Care Replacing bulbs ....... 90 Access step in the bumper ....
Page 8 Index Central locking Warning and indicator lamps ..203 Automatic locking ......64 see Replacing bulbs Changing bulbs Important safety notes ....64 Locking/unlocking (buttons) ... 64 see Replacing bulbs Checklist Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ..59 Locking/unlocking manually .... 64 Before driving off-road ....138 Central locking system Child see Central locking...
Page 9 Index Cornering lamps Reheat function (air dehumidifica- tion) ..........103 Replacing bulbs ....... 87 Cornering light function Setting the air distribution ..... 102 Setting the air vents ...... 105 Function/notes ........ 82 Courtesy lights Setting the airflow ......102 Setting the temperature ....102 Replacing bulbs .......
Page 10 Index Dealership Display messages see Qualified specialist workshop Calling up the message memory ..176 Declarations of conformity ....26 Driving systems ......190 DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid ) Engine ..........187 Important safety notes ....176 Refilling .......... 129 Lights ..........
Page 11 Index Electrical fuses ® (Electronic Stability Pro- see Fuses gram) ..........54 Electrical step Important safety information ... 52 Cleaning ......... 237 Overview .......... 52 Display message ......192 Driving systems Emergency release ......67 Blind Spot Assist ......144 Function ...........
Page 12 Index Flat tire Checking the oil level (on-board computer) ........220 Changing a wheel/mounting the Checking the oil level using the spare wheel ........267 dipstick .......... 221 General notes ........ 266 Fog lamps Display message ......190 Filling capacity ....... 282 Switching on/off ......
Page 13 Index Immobilizer .......... 56 Indicator lamp Gasoline see Warning and indicator lamps Reserve fuel warning lamp ..... 200 Indicators General driving tips see Turn signals Driving short distances ....134 Insect protection on the radiator ..28 Genuine parts ........28 Installing a wheel Glove box ...........
Page 14 Index Key positions ........119 Setting the exterior lighting delayed switch-off (vehicles with Kickdown ........... 126 steering wheel buttons) ....172 Switching the daytime running lamps on/off (switch) ...... 79 Lamps Turn signals ........81 see Warning and indicator lamps see Changing a bulb Lane Keeping Assist see Interior lighting...
Page 15 Index Menu (vehicles with steering Odometer wheel buttons) Display (vehicles with steering Audio ..........167 wheel buttons) ....... 167 Operation ........166 Display (vehicles without steering Settings ......... 168 wheel buttons) ....... 163 Off-road driving Telephone ........175 Message Checklist after driving off-road ..139 see Display message Important safety notes ....
Page 16 Index Passenger compartment air-condi- Notes on operating the vehicle ..25 tioning system Qualified specialist workshop ..26 Registering your vehicle ....27 see Climate control Operating system Passenger compartment heating see On-board computer see Climate control Operator's Manual Perimeter lamp General notes ........
Page 17 Index Rain and light sensor Important safety notes (Diesel Setting the sensitivity (vehicles Exhaust Fluid – DEF) ...... 129 with steering wheel buttons) ..173 Refilling procedure (Diesel Windshield wiper ......93 Exhaust Fluid – DEF) ...... 129 Range (vehicles with steering Refrigerant .........
Page 18 Index Correct usage ........41 Setting the air distribution ....102 Display message ......184 Setting the airflow ......102 Fastening ......... 42 Setting the clock Important safety guidelines ..... 40 Vehicles with steering wheel but- Introduction ........40 tons ..........171 Releasing .........
Page 19 Index Removing/mounting ...... 273 Stowage space under the rear Special seat belt retractor ....48 bench seat ........207 Stowage space under the twin co- Specialist workshop ......26 driver's seat ........206 Speed, controlling Summer tires ........249 see Cruise control Switch unit Speedometer see Control panel...
Page 20 Index Tires Setting the unit (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) ....169 Aspect ratio (definition) ....265 Theft deterrent systems Average weight of the vehicle Immobilizer ........56 occupants (definition) ....264 Tow-away alarm ....... 57 Bar (definition) ....... 264 Tightening torques for wheel nuts/ Changing a wheel ......
Page 21 Index Sidewall (definition) ....... 265 Trailer loads ........287 Towing away Snow chains ........249 Speed rating (definition) ....264 Important safety guidelines ... 243 Storing ........... 267 In the event of malfunctions ..244 Structure and characteristics With both axles on the ground ..245 Trailer (definition) ........
Page 22 Index Twin front-passenger seat Vents Stowage compartment ....206 see Air vents Two-way radios Voltage supply Type approval/frequency ....275 Fuses ..........246 TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) (defi- nition) ..........266 Warning Stickers ........... 24 Warning and indicator lamp Unlocking Diesel particle filter .......
Page 23 Index Wheels Winter tires Changing a wheel ......266 M+S tires ........249 Checking ........248 Setting a limit speed ...... 134 Wiper blades Cleaning ......... 235 Important safety notes ....247 Cleaning ......... 235 Installing the adapter (spare Replacing ......... 94 Workshop wheel) ..........
Page 24: Limited Warranty
In California you are entitled to demand that your vehicle be exchanged or that the purchase Vehicle equipment or leasing price be refunded if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or authorized workshops or ser- The Operating Instructions describe all models vice centers are not able, after several justifiable...
Page 25: Roadside Assistance
"Notice of Purchase of Used Car" from the Service and Warranty Information Please send written notification to: booklet or phone the Mercedes-Benz Customer Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC Assistance Center (USA) on hotline number Customer Assistance Center...
Page 26: Warning Stickers
Introduction Proper use Do not store or transport any substances in the vehicle interior which are hazardous to Observe the following information when oper- health or react aggressively. ating your vehicle: These instructions must also be observed for the safety notes in these operating instruc- vehicles where the cargo compartment is not tions fully separated from the driver's cab.
Page 27: Important Safety Notes
Introduction Operating safety and vehicle approval Operating conditions: avoid short trips as these increase fuel con- Important safety notes sumption. WARNING always make sure that the tire pressures If you do not have the prescribed service/ are correct. maintenance work or any required repairs do not carry any unnecessary weight.
Page 28: Declaration Of Conformity
Introduction When driving off road or on unpaved roads, Do not connect any equipment to a diagnos- check the vehicle's underside regularly. In tics connection in the vehicle. particular, remove parts of plants or other flammable materials which have become trapped.
Page 29: Problems With Your Vehicle
Registering your vehicle vehicle safety, consult an authorized Sprinter dealer to have the problems diagnosed and rec- Mercedes-Benz may ask its authorized Sprinter tified. If the problem is not resolved to your sat- dealers to carry out technical inspections on isfaction, consult an authorized Sprinter dealer certain vehicles.
Page 30: Cargo Compartment Floor
This also applies to the identification and documentation of modifi- Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts cations to the affected vehicle components. You are responsible for certification and confir- mation that:...
Page 31: Rescue Card
Only use genu- ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- In general, this technical information docu- ity. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that ments the state of a component, a module, a have been specifically approved for your vehi- system or the surroundings.
Page 32: Event Data Recorders
If the vehicle is equipped with COMAND or data from the EDR is commercially available, mbrace, additional data about the vehicle’s Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly operation, the use of the vehicle in certain sit- disclaims any and all liability arising from the...
Page 33 Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Door control panel PARKTRONIC warning dis- play Light switch Opens/closes the right-hand Combination switch side window • turn signals Stowage compartment (jack • high-beam headlamps and vehicle tool kit) • windshield wipers Glove box •...
Page 34 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Instrument cluster on vehicles without steering wheel buttons Instrument cluster in vehicles with steering-wheel buttons Function Page Function Page Speedometer Reset button 9 Tachometer Menu button 4 • changes standard display f, g Brightens/dims the •...
Page 35: Warning And Indicator Lamps
Instrument cluster Indicator and warning lamps Instrument cluster on vehicles without steering wheel buttons Instrument cluster in vehicles with steering-wheel buttons Function Page Function Page Speedometer with warn- b Brake fluid level too low ing and indicator lamps EBD malfunctioning Trailer brake force booster d ESP ®...
Page 36 Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page ¦ Fluid level too low in wind- : Water in the fuel shield washer/headlamp m Fuel filter dirty cleaning system # Battery charging malfunction å DEF supply low or contami- nated/diluted b Bulb defective Exhaust gas aftertreatment Tachometer with warning malfunction...
Page 37: Center Console
Center console Steering wheel buttons Center console Function Page Display On-board computer opera- tion Function Page Selects a submenu or adjusts the volume Stowage compartment W Up/increases the vol- Audio 10 or Audio 15 (see the separate operating instruc- X Down/reduces the vol- tions) Using the telephone Air-conditioning control...
Page 38: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page à Activates/deactivates ASR Ã Central locking, interior/rear Ä compartment æ Activates/deactivates the distance warning function j Activates/deactivates Lane Keeping Assist k Activates/deactivates Blind Spot Assist • Stowage compartment or Function Page • CD changer; see the sepa- Microphone for the mobile rate operating instructions, phone...
Page 39: Wheel
Further control panels Door control panel Further control panels Control panel between the light switch and the steering wheel Function Page Adjusts the exterior mirrors Function Page Selects an exterior mirror y Switches the auxiliary heat- Opens/closes the left-hand ing on/off side window ±...
Page 40 Further control panels Control panel between the steering wheel and the ignition lock Function Page Switches the central rear compartment lighting on/off ; Engages/disengages all- wheel drive m Activates/deactivates LOW RANGE transmission ratio...
Page 41: Safety
Occupant safety an accident are deployed. Seat belts and air Useful information bags generally do not protect against objects penetrating the vehicle from the outside. This Operator's Manual describes all models as Information on restraint system operation can well as standard and optional equipment of your be found under "Triggering of Emergency Ten- vehicle that were available at the time of going sioning Devices and air bags"...
Page 42: Seat Belts
Occupant safety A malfunction has occurred if the 6 restraint Emergency Tensioning Devices tighten the seat system warning lamp: belts in an accident, pulling them close against the occupant's body. They do not, however, pull does not light up after the ignition is switched vehicle occupants back towards the backrest.
Page 43 Occupant safety poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal fied or damaged seat belts may tear or fail, injury. e.g. in an accident. Modified Emergency Ten- sioning Devices could accidentally trigger or Adjust the seat properly before beginning fail to deploy when necessary.
Page 44: Releasing Seat Belts
Occupant safety The seat belt is not routed over sharp, pointed Adjust the seat ( page 72). or fragile objects. The seat backrest must be in an almost ver- tical position. If these items are on or in your clothing, e.g. eyeglasses, pens, keys, etc., stow these items Pull the seat belt smoothly from belt outlet = in a more suitable location.
Page 45: Air Bags
Occupant safety lamps in the instrument cluster" page 203). Air bags Introduction The air bag installation location is identified by the label SRS/AIR BAG or AIR BAG. An air bag supplements a correctly fastened seat belt. However, it is not intended as a sub- stitute for the seat belt.
Page 46: Front Air Bags
Occupant safety must be such that the vehicle can be driven area of an air bag, e.g. to doors or side win- safely. dows. Keep hands on the outside of the steering there are no heavy, sharp or fragile objects in wheel rim.
Page 47: Side Impact Air Bag
Occupant safety Window curtain air bags When deployed, the front air bags offer addi- tional head and thorax protection on the front seats. Side impact air bags Depending on the vehicle's equipment, some front seats are equipped with a side impact air bag;...
Page 48 Occupant safety and to have any malfunctioning air bags An Emergency Tensioning Device can only be repaired. This will help to make sure the air bags triggered if: continue to perform their protective function for the ignition is switched on the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash.
Page 49: Children In The Vehicle
Children in the vehicle If the restraint system control unit detects a side WARNING impact situation, the applicable components of If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- the restraint system are deployed independ- cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: ently of each other.
Page 50: Child Restraint System
Children in the vehicle three-point seat belt can be properly fastened Child restraint system without a booster seat. The use of seat belts and infant and child restraint systems is required by law in: Special seat belt retractor all 50 states the U.S.
Page 51: Anchors
Children in the vehicle LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat secur- WARNING ing system Child restraint systems or their securing sys- tems which have been damaged or subjected WARNING to a load in an accident can no longer protect LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint systems as intended.
Page 52: Top Tether
Children in the vehicle Top Tether anchorage points ISOFIX is a standardized securing system for specially designed child restraint systems on the rear seats. LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing rings : for a LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint system are installed between the seat cushion and the seat backrest: on the outer left and right seat on rear bench seats with 3 seats...
Page 53: On The Front-Passenger Seat
For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install open doors, thus endangering other people the child restraint system on a rear seat. or road users...
Page 54: Rear Door
Driving safety systems dren may burn themselves on these parts, As a result, they could: particularly on the metal parts of the child activate vehicle equipment and become restraint system. There is a risk of injury. trapped, for example If you leave the vehicle, taking the child with activate or deactivate systems, thereby you, always ensure that the child restraint endangering other road users...
Page 55: Important Safety Notes
Driving safety systems Pay particular attention to the information ASR (acceleration skid control) regarding tires, tire tread and winter operation under "Wheels and tires" ( page 247). General notes Important safety notes ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Observe the important safety guidelines for the driving safety system ( page 52).
Page 56: Bas (Brake Assist System)
Driving safety systems For this reason, deactivate ASR only briefly In an emergency braking situation, depress and when absolutely necessary. the brake pedal with full force. ABS prevents the wheels from locking. Vehicles without steering wheel buttons: if the BAS driving safety system is malfunctioning, the : warning lamp lights up while the engine is running ( page 195).
Page 57: Emergency Exit Window
Emergency exit please consult a qualified specialist workshop Crosswind Assist is operational again as soon as in advance. You could otherwise damage the the driving conditions return to normal. drive train or the brake system. Crosswind Assist detects strong crosswind gusts that can impair the road holding of your If you activate or deactivate the all-wheel drive vehicle when driving straight ahead.
Page 58: Immobilizer
Theft deterrent locking system Hold the open window in position. You could or heavy objects on or in front of the seats otherwise damage the emergency exit win- next to the emergency exit window. dow. The window handles must not be used as hooks, e.g.
Page 59: Interior Motion Sensor
Theft deterrent locking system If the alarm system is armed, a visual and audi- Remove the key from the ignition lock. ble alarm is triggered by the following: Press button :. When the button is released, indicator Unlocking the vehicle from inside lamp ;...
Page 60: Deactivating
Theft deterrent locking system Deactivating Remove the key from the ignition lock. Press button :. When the button is released, indicator lamp ; of the button lights up for about 5 seconds. Lock the vehicle. The interior motion sensor is deactivated. The interior motion sensor remains deactivated until you lock the vehicle again.
Page 61: General Notes
Useful information WARNING If you attach heavy or large objects to the This Operator's Manual describes all models as SmartKey, the SmartKey could be uninten- well as standard and optional equipment of your tionally turned in the ignition lock. This could vehicle that were available at the time of going cause the engine to be switched off.
Page 62 Unlocking/locking the vehicle with the To lock centrally: press the & button. The indicator lamps flash three times when remote control the theft deterrent locking system has been armed and all doors have been closed. Check the locking knobs on all the doors. The locking knobs must all be in the lowered position.
Page 63: Important Safety Notes
To unlock the driver's or rear door: press for the environment. Check with your local gov- ernment’s disposal guidelines. California resi- the key release button on the remote control. dents, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/ The key folds out. HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm. Insert the key fully into the door lock and turn it to position 2.
Page 64 Remove the batteries from the battery tray. Insert the new batteries into the battery tray with the positive pole facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth to do so. Align battery compartment cover : and push it on until it audibly engages. Check the function of all the remote control buttons on the vehicle.
Page 65: Loss
Problems with the key/remote control Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions It is no longer possible to The doors are not closed properly. lock the vehicle using Close the doors properly and lock the vehicle again. the remote control. The central locking system has malfunctioned. The turn signals do not flash when the vehicle is Lock the vehicle using the folding key (...
Page 66: Automatic Locking
Central locking Central locking Locking and unlocking manually Important safety notes WARNING Activate the child-proof door locks if children are traveling in the vehicle. The children could otherwise open the doors while the vehicle is in motion, injuring themselves and others. WARNING Do not leave children unsupervised in the vehicle, even if they are secured in a child...
Page 67: Opening And Closing
Sliding door For this reason, deactivate the automatic lock- ing when driving function: before pushing the vehicle before towing the vehicle If activated, automatic locking is deactivated when the vehicle is unlocked or locked using the central locking button. Automatic locking is reactivated after the igni- tion is switched off or a door is opened with the vehicle stationary.
Page 68: Electrical Closing Assist
Electrical step The door does not have to be opened fully Opening/closing from the outside when getting into or out of the vehicle. The intermediate detent does not fully engage the sliding door. To unlock: pull locking knob = upwards. Only this sliding door unlocks.
Page 69: Emergency Release
Electrical step Before passengers get out of the vehicle, let Operation and obstacle detection them know that electrical step : might not be extended. Emergency release Driving with the step extended may result in it being damaged. If the electrical step does not retract auto- matically, you will have to push it in and lock it into place manually before continuing your journey.
Page 70: Important Safety Notes
Rear doors Make sure that there is sufficient clearance when opening the rear doors. You could oth- erwise damage the vehicle and objects in close range of the rear doors. You can lock the rear doors at an angle of 90°, 180°...
Page 71 Rear doors Opening the rear doors to an angle of Closing the rear doors from the outside 180° or 270° Pull the rear door away from magnetic door retainer. Close the left-hand rear door firmly from the outside. Close the right-hand rear door firmly from the outside.
Page 72: Partition Sliding Door Important Safety Notes
Side windows Partition sliding door Opening/closing the partition sliding door from the cargo compartment Important safety notes WARNING If the open partition sliding door is not engaged, it could move automatically while the vehicle is in motion. This could trap you or other persons.
Page 73: Opening/Closing
Side windows Resetting the side windows WARNING If children operate the side windows they You must reset the side windows if there has could become trapped, particularly if they are been a malfunction or an interruption in the volt- age supply. left unsupervised.
Page 74: Important Safety Notes
Seats Useful information rest to an almost vertical position. When brak- ing or in the event of an accident, you could This Operator's Manual describes all models as slide underneath the seat belt and sustain well as standard and optional equipment of your abdomen or neck injuries, for example.
Page 75: Lumbar Support
Seats Use the head restraint pad to adjust the head To adjust the seat height: press or pull restraint so that it is as close as possible to the lever ? repeatedly until you have reached back of your head. the desired seat height.
Page 76: Folding Seat
Seats Move the seat forward or back first. This will Twin front-passenger seat help to avoid contact with other parts of the interior. Push the handbrake lever down to the stop. The parking brake or handbrake lever could otherwise be damaged. To fold a seat cushion forwards: lift the seat cushion out of front anchorage :.
Page 77: Rear Bench Seat
Seats Folding seat (example with partition sliding door) Locking mechanism lever on the feet of the bench seat Remove key : from the partition sliding To remove the rear bench seat: swing all door. levers : of the bench seat completely Pull grip ;...
Page 78: Seat Heating
Seats To insert: insert the head restraint so that the Head restraints rod with the detents is on the left when viewed in the direction of travel. WARNING Press and hold release button :. If head restraints are not installed and adjus- Push the head restraint down until it engages.
Page 79 Steering wheel Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- ing wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt before starting the engine. WARNING If the steering wheel is unlocked while the vehicle is in motion, it could change position unexpectedly. This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
Page 80: Exterior Mirrors
Mirrors Adjusting manually To set the steering wheel: swing lever = down until it engages. Before starting off, manually adjust the exte- The steering wheel is unlocked. rior mirrors in such a way that you can get a Move the steering wheel to the desired posi- good overview of road and traffic conditions.
Page 81: Light Switch
Exterior lighting Useful information Light switch Operation This Operator's Manual describes all models as well as standard and optional equipment of your vehicle that were available at the time of going to print. Country-specific variations are possi- ble. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all of the described functions.
Page 82: Automatic Headlamp Mode
Exterior lighting To switch on automatic headlamp mode: The daytime running lamps function must be activated using the on-board computer: turn the light switch to Ã. Key in position 1 in the ignition lock: the park- vehicles with steering wheel buttons ing lamps switch on or off automatically page 171) depending on the ambient light.
Page 83: Combination Switch
Exterior lighting High-beam headlamps and high-beam To switch on the rear fog lamp: pull the light switch out to the second locking point. flasher The yellow R indicator lamp on the light switch lights up. To switch off the front and rear foglamps: push in the light switch to the stop.
Page 84: Cornering Lamps
Exterior lighting The headlamp range control is used to adapt the You should therefore ensure in this and simi- downward angle of the headlamp beams in lar situations that the vehicle is visible from accordance with the load on your vehicle. The the rear in accordance with the relevant cone of light from the headlamps changes if national regulations, by using the warning tri-...
Page 85: Highbeam Assist
Exterior lighting Activating/deactivating Highbeam Highbeam Assist Assist General notes To activate: switch on the Highbeam Assist You can use this function to set the headlamps function using the on-board computer to change between low beam and high beam page 171). automatically.
Page 86: Automatic Control
Interior lighting Automatic control Interior lighting The interior light comes on if you: Switching the dashboard lighting on/ unlock the vehicle open the driver's or the front-passenger door Overview remove the key from the ignition lock The interior light switches off again automati- cally.
Page 87: Motion Detectors
Interior lighting Switching the rear/cargo compart- Motion detector ment lamp on/off WARNING The motion detector sends the invisible infra- red radiation emitted by LEDs (light emitting diodes). These LEDs are classified as class 1M lasers and can damage the retina if you: look directly into the unfiltered laser beam of the motion detector for an extended period...
Page 88: Bi-Xenon Bulbs
Changing bulbs Only use spare bulbs of the same type and Changing bulbs with the prescribed voltage Important safety notes Protect the bulbs from moisture when in use. If the new bulb still does not light up, consult a DANGER qualified specialist workshop.
Page 89: Cornering Lamps
Changing bulbs Vehicles with bi-xenon headlamps Example (halogen headlamps) Turn-signal: NAK 3457 Low-beam headlamp bulb holder Cornering light function: H7 55W Bulb holder for high-beam headlamp Bulb holder for parking lamp/standing lamp Vehicles with additional turn signals in the (halogen headlamps) exterior mirrors Turn the corresponding bulb holder with Additional turn signal lamp: HPC 16WY...
Page 90: Additional Turn Signals
Changing bulbs Press the new bulb into bulb holder : and screw it in clockwise. Insert bulb holder : into the lamp and turn it clockwise to tighten. Close the hood. Additional turn signal lamp (all-wheel- drive vehicles) Bi-Xenon headlamps: turn bulb holder with bulb ;...
Page 91: Backup Lamps
Changing bulbs Tail lamps Rear bulbs (Cargo Van/Passenger Van) Overview of bulb types Switch off the lighting system. Open the rear door. Undo screws : and unclip the lamp lens in the direction of the arrow. Pull the connector off the bulb holder. Lights Bulb type High-mounted brake...
Page 92: License Plate Lamp
Changing bulbs Release retaining lugs ; and take the bulb Rear bulbs (Cab Chassis) holder out of the tail lamp. Overview of bulb types Applying light pressure to the bulb, turn it counter-clockwise and remove it from the bulb holder. Press the new bulb into the bulb holder and screw it in clockwise.
Page 93: Courtesy Lights
Changing bulbs Perimeter lamp (Cab Chassis) Rear fog lamp License plate lamp Backup lamps Switch off the lighting system. Undo screws : and remove lamp lens ;. Applying light pressure to the bulb, turn it counter-clockwise and remove it from the bulb holder.
Page 94: Interior Lighting
Changing bulbs Remove the bulb from bulb holder ;. Press the new bulb into bulb holder ;. Screw bulb holder ; into courtesy light :. Connect cable connector =. The connector locking spring must engage. Align courtesy light : on the side and engage.
Page 95: Cargo Compartment Lamp
Windshield wipers Fold protective cover ? back into place. If it is necessary to switch on the windshield wipers in dry weather conditions, always use Align lamp housing : on the left-hand side washer fluid when operating the windshield and engage. wipers.
Page 96: Replacing
Windshield wipers The rear window wiper switches on automati- Canada only: cally if you engage reverse gear and the wind- If the windshield wipers are switched on and shield wipers are on. you stop the vehicle, the windshield wiper speed is reduced. For example, if you have selected level II and stop the vehicle, wiping Replacing the wiper blades continues with intermittent wipe while the...
Page 97 Windshield wipers Fold wiper arm = away from the windshield. Set wiper blade : at right angles to the wiper arm. Press both retaining clips ; together in the direction of the arrow and swing wiper blade : away from wiper arm =. Pull wiper blade : up and out of the retainer on wiper arm =.
Page 98 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windshield wiper Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield wiper jams. movement. The wiper motor has switched off. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 99: Climate Control
Overview of climate control systems Useful information This Operator's Manual describes all models as well as standard and optional equipment of your vehicle that were available at the time of going to print. Country-specific variations are possi- ble. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all of the described functions.
Page 100: Heating
Overview of climate control systems Heating control panel Sets the temperature ( page 102) z Defrosts the windshield ( page 103) K Sets the airflow ( page 102) z Defrosts the windshield ( page 103) e Activates and deactivates air-recirculation mode ( page 104) Sets the air distribution ( page 102)
Page 101: Air-Conditioning System
Overview of climate control systems Control panel for the air-conditioning system Sets the temperature ( page 102) z Defrosts the windshield ( page 103) Sets the airflow ( page 102) K Increases the airflow I Reduces the airflow e Activates and deactivates air-recirculation mode ( page 104) x Switches the reheat function (window air dehumidification) on and off ( page 103)
Page 102: Rear-Compartment Heating
Overview of climate control systems Rear-compartment heating control panel i Switches rear-compartment heating on and off ( page 101) K Sets the airflow ( page 102) Sets the temperature ( page 102) Information on rear-compartment heating For optimum climate control, set the tempera- ture control to the middle level.
Page 103: Important Information
Operating the climate control system Control panel for rear-compartment air-conditioning system Sets the airflow ( page 102) K Increases the airflow I Reduces the airflow Sets the temperature ( page 102) Blower setting bar display i Switches rear-compartment air-conditioning on and off ( page 101) Vehicle with heating Information on rear-compartment air...
Page 104: Cooling With Air Dehumidification
Operating the climate control system Vehicle with rear-compartment heating/ Increasing and reducing temperature in rear-compartment air conditioning the rear compartment via the control panel To switch on/off: press the i switch. If the indicator lamp in the button lights up, Only change the temperature in small incre- the rear-compartment heating/rear-com- ments.
Page 105: Defrosting The Windows
Operating the climate control system button to reduce or the K button to Clearing condensation from the win- increase the airflow. dows The blower speeds are shown in bars next to the buttons. Windows fogged up on the inside You should only select this setting until the win- dows are clear again.
Page 106: Rear Window Defroster
Operating the climate control system Rear window defroster Window heating Windshield heater Rear window defroster switch The rear window defroster consumes a lot of Windshield heater switch power. You should therefore switch it off as soon as the window is clear. The rear window The windshield heater consumes a lot of power.
Page 107: Important Safety Notes
Adjusting the air vents Heating and air-conditioning system On vehicles with a rear-compartment air-condi- tioning system, you can also adjust the air vents Air-recirculation mode switches off automati- in the roof duct. cally after about 10 to 30 minutes, depending on For virtually draft-free ventilation, adjust the the outside temperature.
Page 108: Setting The Side Air Vents
Operating the auxiliary heating system Setting the side air vents Adjusting the air vents in the roof duct Always leave at least one air vent open. If the rear-compartment air conditioning is switched on and all the air vents are closed, the air-conditioning system may be damaged.
Page 109: Heating Time
Operating the auxiliary heating system system when the engine is running and the out- WARNING side temperature is low. When the auxiliary heating is switched on, You can use the auxiliary heating at an outside parts of the vehicle can become very hot, e.g. temperature of up to 39 ‡...
Page 110: Operating With The Button (Control Panel)
Operating the auxiliary heating system interior to the temperature that you have set. Outside tempera- Engine runtime The blower switches to the first level. ture To deactivate the auxiliary heating: press Above 32 ‡ (0 †) at least 10 minutes the upper section of the y switch.
Page 111: Operation With The Remote Control
Operating the auxiliary heating system On-board computer with steering wheel Press the 9 button. The display shows the Minutes menu. buttons Use the W and X buttons to set the minutes. Press the V button. The switch-on time is set and selected. Operation with the remote control Important information Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 112 Operating the auxiliary heating system Changing the operating duration Signaling Meaning Switch on the remote control. Flashes red Auxiliary heating switched When indicator lamp : flashes red, press Ü and b simultaneously. Indicator lamp : flashes green. Lights up Auxiliary heating switched green Press the Ü...
Page 113: Switching The Heater Booster Func Tion On/Off
Operating the auxiliary heating system ing time is synchronized. The indicator lamp in After switching off, the auxiliary heating oper- the y auxiliary heating button goes out. ates for about another 2 minutes and then switches off automatically. Switching the heater booster function Replacing the remote control battery on/off WARNING...
Page 114 Operating the auxiliary heating system Remove battery cover ; using a suitable implement, e.g. a coin, by turning it counter- clockwise. Check the seal on battery cover ; for dam- age and, if necessary, replace. Remove old batteries =. Insert new, clean battery = into the battery tray with the positive pole facing upwards.
Page 115 Operating the auxiliary heating system Problems with the hot-water auxiliary heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The indicator lamp on The remote control battery is discharged. Data transmission is not the remote control possible. flashes red rapidly. Replace the remote control battery ( page 111).
Page 116: Operation With The Timer
Operating the auxiliary heating system Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The fuse is blown. Replace the fuse; see the "Fuse allocation" supplement. Have the cause of the blown fuse determined at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. A malfunction has occurred. Switch the ignition on and off twice.
Page 117 Operating the auxiliary heating system Using the Û or â button, set the Selects options in program column : or minute value or select the à symbol for menu bar ; (forwards) continuous operation. Increases values Press the b button. Confirms a selection or setting The operating duration is stored.
Page 118 Operating the auxiliary heating system Setting the heating level exists, deactivate the respective programmed You can set the heating level to a range between time. 10 and 30. You can set three preselection times using the The heating level corresponds to a preselection timer.
Page 119: Operating The Cargo Compartment Air Vents
Operating the cargo compartment air vents Problems with the auxiliary warm-air heater Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The auxiliary heating The outside temperature is above 39 ‡ (4 †). The auxiliary heating does not switch on. switches off automatically. The auxiliary heating The fuel tank is less than Õ...
Page 120: Battery Isolating Switch
Driving Useful information Driving Important safety notes This Operator's Manual describes all models as well as standard and optional equipment of your WARNING vehicle that were available at the time of going If you switch off the ignition while driving, to print.
Page 121: Key Positions
Driving tery isolating switch. You could otherwise Pull connector : from the earth pin. damage electrical system components. Push connector : as far to the side as pos- sible so that it cannot make contact with the You can use the battery isolating switch to dis- earth pin.
Page 122: Starting The Engine
Driving On vehicles with a battery main switch, you must depressed pedal. This jeopardizes the oper- first switch on the power supply ( page 118). ating and road safety of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. To unlock the steering, move the steering wheel slightly while turning the key to position Stow all objects securely in the vehicle so that they do not get into the driver's footwell.
Page 123: Driving Off
Driving all the doors are closed. At extremely low outside temperatures you may then no longer be able to start the all the vehicle occupants are wearing their engine. Have the malfunction rectified at a seat belts correctly. qualified specialist workshop. the parking brake is applied.
Page 124: Reverse Warning Feature
Driving Reverse warning device WARNING Other road users may ignore or fail to hear the warning tone of the reverse warning feature. There is a risk of injury if you fail to ensure that the area in which you are maneuvering is clear.
Page 125 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not There is air in the fuel system. start. Turn the key back to position 0 in the ignition lock before attempting The starter motor can be to start the engine again.
Page 126: Selector Lever Positions
Automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not The on-board voltage is too low. The battery is too weak or discharged. start. Jump-start the vehicle ( page 242). The starter motor cannot If the engine cannot be jump-started, the starter motor is faulty. be heard.
Page 127: Changing Gear
Automatic transmission To shift down: press the selector lever to the Neutral left towards D–. No power is transmitted from the The automatic transmission shifts to the next engine to the drive wheels. Releasing gear down, depending on the gear currently the brakes will allow you to move the engaged.
Page 128: Driving Tips
Automatic transmission Towing a trailer Driving situations Drive at moderate engine speeds on steep Use the braking effect of the engine uphill gradients. on steep downhill gradients and for Depending on the uphill or downhill gradient, driving: shift down to a shift range adapted to the on steep mountain roads driving situation ( page 125), even if cruise...
Page 129: Ually
Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission mal- The transmission is losing oil. functions when shifting Have the transmission checked immediately at a qualified specialist gear. workshop. The acceleration charac- The transmission is in emergency mode. teristics have deteriora- It is only possible to shift into second gear or reverse gear R.
Page 130: Refueling Procedure
Refueling Filter the fuel before transferring it to the and that it is not swallowed. Do not inhale fuel vehicle if you are refueling the vehicle from vapors. Keep fuel away from children. barrels or containers. If you or others come into contact with fuel, This will prevent malfunctions in the fuel sys- observe the following: tem due to contaminated fuel.
Page 131: Def Filler Neck
Refueling cator, topping up may not be possible. Park Problems with the fuel and fuel tank the vehicle in a warm place, e.g. in a garage, If your vehicle is losing fuel, the fuel lines or the until the DEF has become liquid again. Top- fuel tank are defective.
Page 132: Parking
Parking Lockable filler cap Parking Important safety notes WARNING Flammable material such as leaves, grass or twigs may ignite if they come into contact with hot parts of the exhaust system or exhaust gas flow. There is a risk of fire. Park the vehicle so that no flammable mate- rials come into contact with parts of the vehi- cle which are hot.
Page 133: Parking Brake
Parking Always park your vehicle safely and according to When leaving the vehicle, always take the legal requirements and secure it against rolling SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never away. leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. To ensure that the vehicle is properly secured against rolling away unintentionally: WARNING the parking brake must be firmly applied...
Page 134: Chock
Parking Exceptionally, if the service brake fails, the park- ing brake can be used to brake the vehicle in an emergency. Emergency braking: press and hold release button ; and carefully apply brake lever :. Switching off the engine WARNING The automatic transmission switches to neu- tral position N when you switch off the engine.
Page 135: Overrun Cutoff
Driving tips switch off the electrical system using the bat- more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk tery main switch ( page 118) and of an accident. disconnect the vehicle's auxiliary battery Do not switch off the ignition while driving. Otherwise, you need to check the battery's con- dition of charge every three weeks, since Always observe the ground clearance of the...
Page 136: Speed Limiter
Driving tips Speed limiter Do not drink or take drugs and drive or allow anyone to drive who has been drinking or tak- WARNING ing drugs. Exceeding the stated tire load-bearing capa- city and the approved maximum speed could Emission control lead to tire damage or the tire bursting.
Page 137: Downhill Gradients
Driving tips Low-beam headlamps increases the stopping distance and can even cause the braking system to fail. There is a If you are traveling in countries where vehicles risk of an accident. are driven on the opposite side of the road to that in which the vehicle is registered, you will Never use the brake pedal as a footrest.
Page 138: Driving In Wet Conditions
Mercedes-Benz brake pads/linings that have been approved reduce your speed by Mercedes-Benz or are of an equivalent avoid tire ruts standard of quality apply the brakes with care Other brake discs or brake pads/linings can compromise the safety of your vehicle.
Page 139: Slippery Road Surfaces
Driving tips erwise, water may enter the vehicle interior or Observe the notes in the "Winter operation" sec- the engine compartment. This can damage tion ( page 249). the electronic components in the engine or the automatic transmission. Water can also Slippery road surfaces be drawn in by the engine's air suction nozzles and this can cause engine damage.
Page 140: Before Driving Off-Road
Driving tips When driving off-road and on construction sites, could slip sideways, tip and rollover. There is a sand, mud and water mixed with oil, for exam- risk of an accident. ple, may get into the brakes. This may lead to a Always drive on a steep incline in the line of reduction in braking performance or total brake fall (straight up or down) and do not turn the...
Page 141: Off-Road Driving
Driving tips Rules for driving off-road reduce the risk of an accident for yourself and other road users. Clean your vehicle thoroughly Always bear the vehicle's ground clearance before driving on public roads. in mind and avoid obstacles, e.g. deep ruts. Observe the following points after driving off- Obstacles may damage the following parts of road, on construction sites and before driving on...
Page 142: Cruise Control Lever
Driving systems Cruise control lever Driving systems Cruise control Operating cruise control General notes Cruise control maintains the speed of the vehi- cle for you. Use cruise control if road and traffic conditions make it appropriate to maintain a steady speed for a prolonged period.
Page 143: Deactivating
Driving systems Storing and maintaining the current Briefly push the cruise control lever up : to increase the speed or down = to reduce the speed speed. Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed The last stored speed increases or decreases above 20 mph (30 km/h).
Page 144: Distance Warning Function
Driving systems Problems with cruise control Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions On vehicles with steering The display shows a high-priority message. Thus a change in speed is wheel buttons, the not possible. speed cannot be set Proceed as instructed by the message in the display. when cruise control is Deactivate cruise control activated.
Page 145: Adaptive Brake Assist
Driving systems If you approach an obstacle and the distance function display. The message then disap- warning function detects a risk of a collision, the pears and the indicator lamp Ä goes out. system will alert you both visually and acousti- cally.
Page 146: Lane Tracking Package
Driving systems Keep the brake pedal depressed until the Spot Assist uses sensors in the rear bumper and emergency braking situation is over. behind the protective strips of the B-pillars. ABS prevents the wheels from locking. Important safety notes The brakes function as usual again if: WARNING you release the brake pedal Blind Spot Assist does not react to:...
Page 147 Driving systems Have the function of the radar sensors checked at a qualified specialist workshop: after a severe impact after damage to the bumper after damage to the protective strips of the B- pillars Blind Spot Assist may otherwise not work prop- erly.
Page 148: Lane Keeping Assist
Driving systems Collision warning If a vehicle is detected in the monitoring range of Blind Spot Assist and you switch on the corre- sponding turn signal, a double warning tone sounds once. Red warning lamp : flashes. If the turn signal remains on, detected vehicles are indicated by the flashing of red warning lamp :.
Page 149: Important Safety Notes
Driving systems Lane Keeping Assist does not keep your vehicle Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated. in its lane. To activate: press the j button in the The system may be impaired or may not function center console again ( page 35). On vehicles without steering wheel but- tons: if the vehicle is incorrectly loaded...
Page 150: Low Range Transmission Ratio
Driving systems remain either on the ground or be fully raised. Engaging/disengaging all-wheel drive Observe the instructions for towing the vehi- cle with all wheels in full contact with the ground. A function or performance test should only be carried out on a two-axle dynamometer. Before you operate the vehicle on such a dynamometer, please consult a qualified workshop.
Page 151: Driving And Parking
Driving systems Conditions for engaging/disengaging laws of physics. DSR cannot take road, weather and traffic conditions into account. DSR is only LOW RANGE can only be engaged or disengaged an aid. You are responsible for the distance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed and for the engine is running braking in good time.
Page 152 Driving systems the LOW RANGE transmission ratio is engaged, DSR is activated but is not intervening only use the cruise control lever to operate DSR. You are driving at between 11 mph (18 km/h) When the LOW RANGE transmission ratio is dis- and 28 mph (45 km/h).
Page 153: Parktronic
Driving systems Deactivating DSR are in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle. You could damage the vehicle or objects. Briefly press the cruise control lever for- PARKTRONIC can suffer interference from: wards ?. ultrasonic sources such as a truck's compressed-air brakes, an automatic car Accelerate and drive faster than 28 mph wash or a pneumatic drill (45 km/h).
Page 154: Warning Display
Driving systems Warning displays Clean the sensors regularly, taking care not to scratch or damage them ( page 236). Front sensors Center Approx. 39 in (100 cm) Corners Approx. 26 in (65 cm) Rear sensors Center Approx. 71 in (180 cm) Warning display, front area Corners Approx.
Page 155: Trailer Towing
Driving systems Towing a trailer Selector lever posi- Monitoring tion PARKTRONIC detects a coupled trailer if your vehicle is equipped with the corresponding elec- Front area trical installations for trailer towing. PARKTRONIC is deactivated for the rear area R or N Front and rear area when you establish an electrical connection No areas activated...
Page 156: Maintenance And Care
Working mode Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments in PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched itself off. the PARKTRONIC warn- If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified spe- ing displays are lit. cialist workshop.
Page 157: Towing A Trailer
Towing a trailer Switching ADR on and off Towing a trailer Notes on trailer towing Important safety notes WARNING Installing an unsuitable ball coupling may result in overloading of the trailer tow hitch and the rear axle. This applies especially if the ball coupling in question is longer or angled differently.
Page 158 Towing a trailer loads and trailer drawbar noseweights" section Install and secure the ball coupling as descri- page 159). bed in the ball coupling manufacturer's instal- Your vehicle behaves differently with a trailer lation instructions. Make sure that the ball than without one.
Page 159: Coupling Up A Trailer
Towing a trailer Weight information can be found in the “Per- Maintain a greater distance than you would missible trailer and drawbar noseweights” sec- when driving without towing a trailer. tion ( page 159). Avoid sudden braking. Apply the brakes gen- tly at first to allow the trailer brake to overrun.
Page 160 Towing a trailer Most federal states and all Canadian provinces Secure the load on the trailer according to the require by law: applicable specifications and current stand- ards on securing loads ( page 214). safety chains between the towing vehicle and When driving with a trailer, check at regular the trailer.
Page 161: Loading A Trailer
Towing a trailer 750 lbs (340 kg). The actual noseweight may not Uncoupling a trailer exceed the value given on the identification plates of the trailer tow hitch or the trailer. If the WARNING values vary, the lowest value always applies. If you uncouple a trailer with the overrun The gross combination weight rating (GCWR) is brake engaged, you could trap your hand...
Page 162 Towing a trailer passengers and load, as well as the loaded trailer. Check the maximum permissible gross axle weight rating of the front and rear axles (GAWR), the gross trailer weight (GTW), the gross combination weight rating (GCWR) and the noseweight of the trailer drawbar (TWR). Trailer power supply Incorrect wiring of the connector plug could, under certain circumstances, cause malfunc-...
Page 163: At A Glance"
Instrument cluster You must observe the legal requirements for the Useful information country in which you are currently driving when operating the on-board computer. This Operator's Manual describes all models as The on-board computer display only shows mes- well as standard and optional equipment of your sages and warnings from certain systems.
Page 164: Instrument Lighting
Instrument cluster The display switches off automatically after for vehicles without steering wheel buttons approximately 30 seconds if: under ( page 163) and for vehicles with steer- ing wheel buttons under ( page 167). the key is in position 0 in the ignition lock. In some countries, a warning sounds when the vehicle lighting is not switched on.
Page 165: Menus In The On-Board Computer
On-board computer (vehicles without steering wheel buttons) If the supply of DEF falls below the reserve range On-board computer (vehicles without of 0.8 US gal (3.0 l), the StArtS RExx message steering wheel buttons) appears in the display. In addition, the yellow å...
Page 166: Setting The Time
On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Using the f, g, 4 or 9 adjustment buttons, Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. you can select the following functions: Press the 4 menu button repeatedly until the L indicator lamp flashes and the Calling up the service due date message appears in the display.
Page 167 On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Display On-board computer operation W and X Selects submenus Changes values Adjusts the volume Using the telephone 6 Accepts a call ~ Ends a call Scrolls from one menu to another V Forwards U Back Scrolls within a menu 9 Forwards...
Page 168: Menu Overview
On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Menu overview Diagrams This is what the displays look like when you scroll through the menus. Generic terms The generic terms in the tabular overview should make orientation easier for you. How- The illustration shows the menus on a vehicle ever, they are not always shown on the dis- with Audio 15.
Page 169: Standard Display
On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Standard display Audio menu General notes Use the functions in the Audio menu to operate the audio equipment when switched on. Operation of the audio equipment using the steering wheel buttons and making settings using the AUDIO menu only function with Sprinter audio equipment.
Page 170: Settings Menu
On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Operating the CD player For safety reasons, it is not possible to reset all of the functions while the vehicle is in motion. For example, in the Lighting sub- menu, the Daytime runn. lamps function remains unchanged.
Page 171 On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Instrument cluster submenu Press and hold the 9 reset button for approx- imately 3 seconds. You will see a message in the display prompt- Selecting the unit for temperature ing you to press the 9 reset button again to confirm.
Page 172 On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Selecting the unit for distance Selecting the display for the status bar Using the steering wheel buttons Using the steering wheel buttons Press the V or U button repeatedly Press the V or U button repeatedly until the Settings menu appears in the dis-...
Page 173: Lighting Submenu
On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Clock/Date submenu Lighting submenu Setting the time Activating/deactivating Highbeam Assist Using the steering wheel buttons Using the steering wheel buttons Press the V or U button repeatedly Press the V or U button repeatedly until the Settings menu appears in the dis-...
Page 174: Delayed Switch-Off
On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Using the steering wheel buttons the parking lamps the tail lamps Press the V or U button repeatedly until the Settings menu appears in the dis- the license plate lamps play. the fog lamps Press the 9 button to switch to the sub- The surround lighting automatically switches off menu selection.
Page 175 On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Vehicle submenu Press the 9 button to select the Blind Spot Assist function. The selection marker is on the current setting. Setting the windshield wiper sensitivity Press the W or X button to switch Blind Spot Assist For further information about Blind Spot Assist;...
Page 176: Trip Computer Menu
On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) This function pertains to the Inst. cluster Using the steering wheel buttons (instrument cluster) menu, the Lighting menu Press the V or U button to select and the Vehicle menu. After start. Using the steering wheel buttons Press the V or U button repeatedly Press the 9 or : button to select until the...
Page 177: Telephone
On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Accepting a call Telephone menu Press the 6 button on the steering wheel Introduction to accept an incoming call. The display shows the call duration. WARNING If you operate information systems and com- Rejecting or ending a call munication equipment integrated in the vehi- cle while driving, you will be distracted from...
Page 178: Vehicles With Steering Wheel Buttons
Display messages Redialing over, the safety systems may no longer be able to protect you or others as they are The on-board computer saves the last names or designed to do. numbers dialed in the redial memory. Always have service work carried out at a Using the steering wheel buttons qualified specialist workshop.
Page 179 Display messages The on-board computer stores certain display messages. In the Message memory menu, you can call up stored display messages. Using the steering wheel buttons Press the V or U button repeatedly until the number of stored display messages, e.g.
Page 180: Vehicles Without Steering Wheel Buttons
Display messages Display messages on vehicles without steering wheel buttons Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions _ _ _ The activation conditions for cruise control have not been met. You can only activate cruise control from speeds of 20 mph (30 km/h).
Page 181 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions StArtS RExx In addition, the yellow å DEF indicator lamp lights up and a warning tone sequence sounds. The DEF supply has dropped below the 0.8 US gal (3.0 l) reserve mark. After the message appears for the first time, the remaining DEF supply will last for approximately 1200 miles (1900 km).
Page 182 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions flashes for 5 seconds, in addition the Ã indicator lamp flashes in the instrument cluster and then lights up yellow continuously. Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: There are no lane markings present.
Page 183: Safety Systems
Display messages Display messages on vehicles with steering wheel buttons Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ABS has been deactivated due to a malfunction. ESP , ASR and BAS, as well as cruise control, have also been deactivated as a result. Visit workshop WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the...
Page 184: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ASR has been deactivated due to a malfunction. The engine power output may be reduced. Visit workshop WARNING The driven wheels can spin when accelerating. There is an increased risk of skidding and accidents. Drive on with care.
Page 185: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is insufficient brake fluid in the fluid reservoir. WARNING Brake fluid Visit workshop Braking performance can be impaired. There is a risk of an accident. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 186: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® has been deactivated due to a malfunction. As a result, cruise control has also been deactivated. Visit workshop Engine power output may be reduced. WARNING ® ® If ESP is not operational, ESP will not stabilize the vehicle.
Page 187: Display Message
Display messages Lights Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left-hand low beam is faulty Halogen headlamps: replace the bulb as soon as possible Low beam left page 87). Bi-Xenon headlamps: consult a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible. The right-hand low-beam headlamp is faulty Halogen headlamps: replace the bulb as soon as possible Low beam right...
Page 188 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The right high beam headlamp is faulty Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 87). High beam right A license plate lamp is faulty Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 90).
Page 189: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Highbeam Assist Highbeam Assist is faulty. inoperative Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Highbeam Assist tem‐ Highbeam Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. porarily unavaila‐ Possible causes are: The camera's functionality is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
Page 190: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions å The yellow ; Check Engine indicator lamp also lights up and three short warning tones sound. Idle Mode You cannot drive the vehicle at a speed exceeding 5 mph (8 km/h). Add at least 1.5 US gal (5.5 l) of DEF ( page 129).
Page 191: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. Never run the engine if the coolant level is too low. The engine could Coolant Check level overheat and be damaged. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 192: Driving Systems
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is not enough or no oil in the engine. There is a danger of engine damage. Engine oil level Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road and Stop, turn engine traffic conditions.
Page 193: Tires
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist is faulty. Inoperative Have Blind Spot Assist checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Collision Preven‐ COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST is faulty. tion Assist Inoper‐ Have COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST checked at a qualified spe- ative cialist workshop.
Page 194: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check tire(s) The pressure of one or more tires has dropped significantly. If the tire pressure monitor has detected the affected wheel, the wheel position is also displayed. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 195: Display Message
Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You have not yet entered your PIN in the mobile phone. Enter the PIN for the SIM card. Please enter PIN: You are already driving at walking pace, even though not all the doors are closed.
Page 196: Warning Lamp
Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Ã The green Lane Lane Keeping Assist is operational. Keeping Assist indicator lamp lights up while you are driving. Ã The red Lane You are driving with the front wheel on a lane marking. Keeping Assist indicator lamp lights up while...
Page 197: Indicator Lamp
Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions h ! : b EBD is malfunctioning or deactivated due to undervoltage or malfunc- tion. ® The yellow ESP , ABS The battery may not be being charged. and ASR/BAS indicator lamps and the red brake WARNING...
Page 198 Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions : The yellow ASR has been deactivated due to a malfunction. ASR/BAS indica- The engine power output may be reduced. tor lamp is lit WARNING while the engine is running.
Page 199: Indicator Lamp
Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ! The yellow ABS ABS is deactivated due to a malfunction or is temporarily unavailable. indicator lamp is ® , ASR and BAS, as well as cruise control, are also unavailable as lit while the a result.
Page 200: Indicator Lamp
Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 6 The red warning The restraint systems have malfunctioned. lamp does not go WARNING out approx- imately 4 seconds If the restraint systems are malfunctioning, individual systems could after the ignition be triggered inadvertently or might not be triggered at all in the event is switched on, or...
Page 201: Coolant
Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 4 The yellow engine On vehicles with a diesel engine, the oil level display additionally oil level warning appears in the display, e.g. – 2.0 qts (Canada: –...
Page 202: Emergency Running Mode
Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ? The red coolant The coolant temperature is too high. warning lamp is lit If the vehicle is stopped after being subjected to extreme loads, the while the engine coolant warning lamp may come on when the ignition is switched on is running.
Page 203: Air Filter Indicator Lamp
Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ; The yellow Check The exhaust gas aftertreatment is malfunctioning or an emission rel- Engine indicator evant malfunction has occurred. This malfunction or defect can dam- lamp is lit while age the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
Page 204: Level Indicator
Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions h The yellow tire WARNING pressure monitor The tire pressure monitor indicates a rapid or severe loss of pressure warning lamp in at least one tire. comes on.
Page 205: Indicator Lamp
Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions 7 The red seat belt The warning lamp is to remind you to fasten your seat belt. warning lamp Fasten seat belt ( page 42). lights up continu- ously or flashes.
Page 206: Glove Box
Stowage spaces and stowage compartments Useful information Glove box This Operator's Manual describes all models as well as standard and optional equipment of your vehicle that were available at the time of going to print. Country-specific variations are possi- ble. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all of the described functions.
Page 207: Eyeglasses Compartment
Stowage spaces and stowage compartments Eyeglasses compartment in the over- head control panel Stowage space (example: front passenger side) To open: briefly press cover :. The eyeglasses compartment opens down- wards. To close: press the eyeglasses compartment into the overhead control panel until it engages.
Page 208: Ter Console
Stowage spaces and stowage compartments Stowage compartment in the center Stowage space above the windshield console The right and left stowage spaces may be loaded with a maximum of 5.5 lb (2.5 kg) each. Stowage compartment on the dashboard above the center console (example with lid) The stowage compartments on and in the center Stowage compartment (example: driver's side)
Page 209: Paper Holder
Stowage spaces and stowage compartments Stowage compartment under the rear bench seat WARNING Always secure the folded-up seat cushion with the retainer loop. The seat cushion could otherwise drop down unexpectedly and thereby cause injury to yourself or others. WARNING When folding down the seat cushion, make sure that nobody can become trapped.
Page 210: Cup Holder
Bottle holder Cup holder Cup holders in the center console Important safety notes WARNING The cup holder cannot hold a container secure whilst traveling. If you use a cup holder whilst traveling, the container may be flung around and liquid may be spilled. The vehicle occu- pants may come into contact with the liquid and if it is hot, they may be scalded.
Page 211: Ashtray
Cigarette lighter Ashtray Cigarette lighter Ashtray in the center console WARNING You can burn yourself if you touch the hot heating element or the socket of the cigarette lighter. In addition, flammable materials can ignite if: the hot cigarette lighter falls a child holds the hot cigarette lighter to objects, for example There is a risk of fire and injury.
Page 212: V Socket
Mobile phone 12 V socket Only operate the equipment when the traffic situation permits. If you are not sure that this is possible, park the vehicle paying attention to traffic conditions and operate the equip- ment when the vehicle is stationary. You must observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving when operating mobile phones.
Page 213: Ports
Mercedes-Benz, you can use all of the passes. The driver remains responsible for functions available, such as the mute func- safety at all times.
Page 214: Loading Guidelines Important Safety Notes
Loading guidelines Useful information rear bench seat, it is advisable to store it out- side the vehicle. This Operator's Manual describes all models as well as standard and optional equipment of your WARNING vehicle that were available at the time of going When the permissible wheel loads, axle loads to print.
Page 215 Loading guidelines Load securing aids and tie downs may not be During loading used, for example, if: On passenger van versions with maximum identification marks are missing or illegible seating layout, the permissible rear axle load there are yarn breakages, damage to bearing would be exceeded if the full payload were to seams or other signs of tearing be loaded in the cargo compartment.
Page 216: Important Safety Notes
Securing loads Load distribution Always tension the tie-downs in the proper manner and only between the described General notes cargo tie-down rings. Always use tie-downs designed specifically for the loads. Excessive loads on individual points of the cargo floor or on the load surface impair vehi- cle handling characteristics and could cause WARNING damage to the floor covering.
Page 217 Securing loads You should therefore observe the respective legal requirements for the relevant country. Make sure that the load is secure before every journey and at regular intervals during a long journey. Correct an incorrectly or inadequately secured load if necessary. You can obtain information about securing the load correctly from the manufacturer of the load securing aids or tie down for securing the load.
Page 218: Roof Carrier
Carrier systems Installing/removing cargo tie-down Carrier systems rings for the load rails Roof carrier WARNING WARNING If the cargo tie-down ring is not properly When you load the roof, the center of gravity installed, it may slip or become detached in of the vehicle rises and the driving character- the event of abrupt changes in direction, brak- istics change.
Page 219 Carrier systems It is possible to install a roof carrier if your vehi- cle is equipped with securing rails on the roof. Special mounting elements (grooved plates) are available as accessories. These mounting elements are available at any authorized Sprinter Dealer. Ladder carrier Example: ladder rack on Chassis Cab Front ladder rack...
Page 220: Important Safety Notes
Engine compartment Useful information If you need to do any work inside the engine compartment: This Operator's Manual describes all models as switch off the ignition well as standard and optional equipment of your never reach into the area where there is a vehicle that were available at the time of going to print.
Page 221: Closing
Engine compartment Closing the hood WARNING If the hood is unlatched, it could tip forward during rapid deceleration of the vehicle and hit persons or objects within its path. There is a risk of an accident and injury. Therefore, always make sure that the hood is closed and locked completely before driving off.
Page 222: Checking The Oil Level
Engine compartment Only check the oil level when the engine is at Overview of the engine compartment normal operating temperature. Park the vehicle on a level surface. Switch off the engine. Wait 5 minutes. Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. The display is activated.
Page 223: Engine Oil
Engine compartment Checking the oil level using the oil dip- Engine oil Add the amount of oil stick shown ( page 222). 1.0 quart Check the engine oil level again after a few minutes. Engine oil 1.5 quarts Engine oil 2.0 quarts Engine oil The oil level is too high.
Page 224: Adding Engine Oil
Engine compartment Insert oil dipstick : back into the guide tube Do not use any additives in the engine oil. as far as it will go and remove it again. This could damage the engine. If the level is between minimum mark = and Open the hood ( page 218).
Page 225: Brake Fluid
"Technical data" the engine cooling system, use only approved section ( page 283). corrosion inhibitor and antifreeze that com- plies with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products. Replace cap : and turn it clockwise to tighten. Start the engine.
Page 226: Washer Fluid
Engine compartment Checking the brake fluid level Add windshield washer concentrate to the washer fluid all year round. Observe the infor- Stop your vehicle as far away from traffic as mation on washer fluid in the "Technical data" possible on level ground. section ( page 284).
Page 227: Maintenance
Maintenance If the : indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes on, drain fuel filter with water sep- arator = immediately. We recommend that you have this mainte- nance work carried out at a qualified special- ist workshop. Park the vehicle safely and secure it from roll- ing away.
Page 228: Service Interval Display
Maintenance service interval display should therefore not Do not run the engine for longer than neces- be confused with the 5 engine oil level sary when the vehicle is stationary. display. The service due date is displayed in days or Before having maintenance and repairs per- miles (kilometers), depending on the total dis- formed, it is essential to read the materials rela-...
Page 229: Important Safety Notes
Battery Additionally, you will see the remaining dis- WARNING tance in miles (mi) or kilometers (km) or the Electrostatic build-up can lead to the creation remaining time in days (d). of sparks, which could ignite the highly explo- Vehicles with steering wheel buttons sive gases of a battery.
Page 230: Location
Battery dangers posed by batteries and standby power consumption can drain the acid. battery. If the battery voltage is lower than 12.2 V, the battery must be charged. Other- When handling batteries, observe wise, the battery may be damaged by exhaus- the safety precautions and special tive discharging.
Page 231 Battery Switch off all electrical consumers. Always disconnect the battery in the order described below. Never swap the terminal To remove: remove screws = and take off clamps. You may otherwise damage the vehi- trim ;. cle electronics. Remove floor covering :. If the vehicle is expected to be out of use for over To install: insert floor covering : and align 3 weeks, disconnect the batteries.
Page 232 Battery Reconnecting the starter battery Always connect the battery in the order described below. Never swap the terminal clamps. You may otherwise damage the vehi- cle electronics. Fold the positive terminal clamp with the pre- fuse box down to the terminal. Connect the positive terminal clamp.
Page 233 Battery Disconnecting and connecting the additional battery (engine compart- ment) Important safety notes WARNING During the charging process, a battery produ- ces hydrogen gas. If a short circuit occurs or sparks are created, the hydrogen gas can ignite. There is a risk of an explosion. Additional battery in the engine compartment Make sure that the positive terminal of a connected battery does not come into con-...
Page 234: Charging
Connect the battery ( page 231). A battery charger unit specially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as an accessory. Only this device permits the charging Charging of the battery in its installed position. Only...
Page 235: Automatic Car Wash
Regular care of your vehicle is a condition for retaining the quality in the long term. Care Use care products and cleaning agents recom- mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Notes on care Use care products and cleaning agents recom- WARNING mended and approved for Sprinter vehicles.
Page 236: Power Washers
Care Make sure that: nents damaged in this way may fail unexpect- edly. There is a risk of an accident. the side windows and the roof are com- pletely closed Do not use power washers with circular jet the climate control blower is switched off nozzles to clean the vehicle.
Page 237: Paint
Care Cleaning the paintwork Before cleaning the windshield Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition lock Do not affix: or remove it. stickers Fold the windshield wiper arms away from the films windshield until you feel them engage. Before switching the ignition on again, fold magnetic plates or similar items the windshield wipers back into position.
Page 238: Exterior Lights
Care If you clean the sensors with a power washer Do not fold the windshield wipers away from or steam cleaner, observe the information the windshield unless the hood is closed. Oth- provided by the manufacturer regarding the erwise, you could damage the hood. distance to be maintained between the vehi- Do not pull the wiper blade.
Page 239: Cleaning The Interior
Care Clean camera lens : with clean water and a Pay attention to the important safety notes in soft cloth. the "Notes on care" ( page 233) and "Power washers" ( page 234) sections. Make sure that you do not apply any wax to Keep step in the bumper : free from dirt, such camera lens : when waxing the vehicle.
Page 240: Plastic Trim
Heavy soiling: use a mild detergent or care products and cleaning agents recommended Do not clean the seat belts using chemical and approved by Mercedes-Benz. cleaning agents. Do not dry the seat belts by heating at temperatures above 176 ‡ (80 †) Cleaning the steering wheel and selec- or in direct sunlight.
Page 241 Care Cleaning the curtains The curtains must not be washed. Washing could cause the curtains to shrink and lose their fire-retardant properties. Always have the curtains dry-cleaned.
Page 242: Passenger Footwell
Where will I find...? Stowage compartment in the front- Useful information passenger footwell This Operator's Manual describes all models as well as standard and optional equipment of your vehicle that were available at the time of going to print. Country-specific variations are possi- ble.
Page 243: First-Aid Kit
Where will I find...? Lift warning triangle : up and out of the Warning triangle and warning lamp bracket. Removing the warning lamp First-aid kit Removing the first-aid kit Turn the quick-release fasteners to position The cover is unlocked. Lift up the cover. Turn the quick-release fasteners to position Take warning lamp = out of the retainer.
Page 244: Fire Extinguisher
Jump-starting Fire extinguisher WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Removing the fire extinguisher Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery. Keep children away from batteries.
Page 245: Important Safety Notes
Tow-starting and towing away Before connecting the jumper cables WARNING When towing or tow-starting another vehicle On vehicles with a battery main switch, check and its weight is greater than the permissible whether the battery main switch is switched on page 118).
Page 246: Installing/Removing The Towing Eye
Tow-starting and towing away Installing the front towing eye The automatic transmission selector lever must be in the N position when towing the vehicle. Take the towing eye and screwdriver from the The battery must be connected and charged. vehicle tool kit ( page 240).
Page 247: With A Raised Front Or Rear Axle
Tow-starting and towing away Towing with the front or rear axle Towing the vehicle with both axles on raised the ground General notes Important safety notes The ignition must be switched off if the vehi- WARNING cle is being towed with the front or rear axle You can no longer steer the vehicle if the ®...
Page 248: Transporting The Vehicle
Electrical fuses If the drive wheels get trapped on loose or muddy ground, recover the vehicle with the utmost care. This is especially the case if the vehicle is laden. Never attempt to recover a vehicle with a trailer attached. Pull out the vehicle backwards, if possible, using the tracks it made when it became stuck.
Page 249: Wheels And Tires
Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- speed humps or similar elevations, try to do so cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- slowly and not at a sharp angle. Otherwise, the rectly can impair operating safety.
Page 250: Tire Tread
Operation Regular wheel and tire checks speed is not adapted to suit the driving con- ditions. There is a risk of accident. WARNING If the tire pressure is too high or too low, tires Damaged tires can cause tire inflation pres- may exhibit different levels of wear at differ- sure loss.
Page 251: Snow Chains
Operation in winter Do not drive with tires which have too little ® do not deactivate ESP tread depth, as this significantly reduces the have a spare wheel that differs from the traction on wet roads (hydroplaning). wheel that has been changed replaced at Replace the tires after 6 years at the latest, the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
Page 252: Recommended
Tire pressure chains as soon as possible when you come to Observe the maximum permissible speed for a road that is not snow-covered. operation with snow chains. The use of snow chains may be restricted by local regulations. Observe the appropriate When driving with snow chains installed, do not regulations before mounting snow chains.
Page 253: Tire And Loading Information Placard
Tire pressure Tire pressure plate pressure plate are examples. Tire pressure data are vehicle-specific and may deviate from the data illustrated here. The tire pres- sure data applicable to your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard or tire pressure plate of your vehicle.
Page 254: Adjusting
Tire pressure Overinflated tires The tires are cold: if the vehicle has been parked for at least WARNING three hours without direct sunlight on the tires, and Tires with excessively high pressure can burst because they are damaged more easily by if the vehicle has not been driven further than 1 mile (1.6 km) road debris, potholes etc.
Page 255: Tire Pressure Monitor
(TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pres- For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you only use tire valves that have sure telltale when one or more of your tires been tested for use on your vehicle.
Page 256: Checking The Tire Pressure Elec Tronically
Tire pressure nificantly too low. The tire pressure monitor is cle is started as long as the malfunction not malfunctioning. exists. USA only: if the h warning lamp flashes for When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, 60 seconds and then remains lit constantly, the system may not be able to detect or signal the tire pressure monitor is malfunctioning.
Page 257: Smartkey
Tire pressure Using the steering wheel buttons In most cases, the tire pressure monitor detects the new reference values automatically, e.g. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition after you have: lock. changed the tire pressure Press the V or U button repeatedly changed wheels or tires until the standard display is shown page 167).
Page 258 Tire pressure the individual tires is displayed or the display shows the following message: Tire pres. displayed after driving for several minutes Press the 9 reset button on the instrument cluster. The display shows the following message: Monitor current tire pressure? Press the W button on the steering wheel.
Page 259: Tire Pressure Table
Tire pressure Tire pressure table Front axle tire pressure values: the following tire pressure values only apply to vehicles with a permissible front axle load of 3970 lbs (1801 kg), 4080 lbs (1851 kg) or 4410 lbs (2000 kg). Tires/disc wheel Front axle load 3970 lbs 4080 lbs...
Page 260: Loading
Loading the vehicle Tires/disc wheel Rear axle load 5360 lbs 7060 lbs 7720 lbs (2431 kg) (3202 kg) (3502 kg) 285/65 R 16 C 128/126N (121 R) — 450 kPa — (4.5 bar/65 psi) 285/65 R 16 C 128/126 N (123 R) 8.5J x 16 ET 63 235/65 R 16 C 121N (118 R) —...
Page 261 Loading the vehicle Maximum permissible gross vehicle Maximum number of seats : determines the maximum number of occupants allowed to weight rating travel in the vehicle. This information can be found on the Tire and Loading Information plac- ard. The details on the Tire and Loading Infor- mation placard illustration are only an exam- ple.
Page 262 Loading the vehicle Example: Steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples of how to calculate total load and cargo capacities with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. The following examples use a maximum load of 1500 lbs (680 kg). This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information placard .
Page 263: Vehicle Identification Plate
What you should know about wheels and tires Vehicle identification plate What you should know about wheels and tires Even if you have calculated the total cargo care- fully, you should still make sure that the gross Tire labeling vehicle weight rating and the gross axle weight rating are not exceeded.
Page 264 What you should know about wheels and tires Loading Information placard on the B-pillar on tire load rating and speed rating required for the driver's side ( page 258). your vehicle. Example: The load-bearing index 120 indicates a maxi- mum load of 3,042 lb (1,380 kg) for the tire. If two load-bearing capacity indices are specified (as shown above), the first number states the load-bearing capacity for single tires, the sec-...
Page 265: Maximum Tire Load
What you should know about wheels and tires Further information on the reading of tire infor- Loading Information placard on the B-pillar on mation can be obtained at any qualified special- the driver's side ( page 258). ist workshop. The actual values for tires are specific to each vehicle and may deviate from the values Load index in the illustration.
Page 266: Tire Characteristics
What you should know about wheels and tires is marked with "3208", was manufactured in lowing specifications from the U.S government. week 32 in 2008. The quality grade of a tire is imprinted on the sidewall of the tire. Tire data is vehicle-specific and may deviate from the data in the example.
Page 267: Filling Capacity
What you should know about wheels and tires cle weight rating (GVWR) specified on the vehi- PSI (Pounds per square inch) cle identification plate at the base of the driver's Standard unit of measurement for tire pressure. seat ( page 276). Aspect ratio GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) Relationship between tire height and width in...
Page 268: General Notes
Changing wheels Load bearing index Rotate front and rear wheels only if the wheels The load bearing index (also load index) is a code and tires are of the same dimensions. that contains the maximum load bearing capa- city of a tire. On vehicles equipped with a tire pressure monitor, electronic components are located Traction...
Page 269: Mounting A Wheel
Changing wheels tional tires, an arrow on the sidewall shows the change should, for example, stand behind the prescribed direction of rotation of the tire. barrier. Twin rear tires: if the tires are of identical Place the warning triangle or warning lamp at a suitable distance.
Page 270: Raising The Vehicle
You could other- wise damage the vehicle. Observe the following when raising the vehicle: When raising the vehicle, only use the jack which Mercedes-Benz has specifically Hydraulic jack approved for your vehicle. Preparing the hydraulic jack...
Page 271: Removing A Wheel
Changing wheels Jacking point, front axle Jacking point, rear axle (example: Cab Chassis) Jacking point at the rear axle on chassis ver- Place the jack under the jacking point in front sions of the front axle. Place the jack next to the front leaf spring Vehicles with all-wheel drive: unscrew jack support beneath the jacking point.
Page 272: Mounting A New Wheel
Changing wheels WARNING wide tire at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. If you tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts when the vehicle is raised, the jack could tip Vehicles with Super Single tires: if you over. There is a risk of injury. install the spare wheel, do not exceed the Only tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts maximum speed of 40 mph (60 km/h) and do...
Page 273: Lowering The Vehicle
Changing wheels Slide the new wheel onto the wheel hub and push it on. Wheels with centering by wheel bolts: Vehicles with alloy wheels: take the short wheel bolts that secure the steel spare wheel out of the vehicle tool kit. Screw in the wheel bolts and tighten them lightly.
Page 274: Important Safety Notes
250). approved for your vehicle are marked with MO Retighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts to the (Mercedes-Benz Original). You can find this specified tightening torque after the vehicle identification on the tires themselves and in the has been driven for 30 miles (50 km).
Page 275: Removing And Installing
Spare wheel Removing You must observe the correct wheel and tire dimensions as well as the wheel type. Open the rear doors. Place a screwdriver into recesses ; and then When using a spare wheel of a different size, do pry off covers :.
Page 276 Spare wheel Use the pump lever to lift the spare wheel Assemble the pump lever for the jack and beyond the rear edge of the spare wheel car- slide it into the sleeve on the right-hand side rier. of spare wheel bracket ?. Carefully remove the spare wheel from spare Raise spare wheel bracket ? with the pump wheel bracket A.
Page 277: Two-Way Radio
( page 26). tion can be obtained from any Sprinter Dealer. For operation of mobile phones and two-way radios, Mercedes-Benz recommends connec- Vehicle electronics tion to an approved exterior antenna. This is the only way to ensure optimum reception quality...
Page 278: Technical Data
Identification plates Identification plates Vehicle identification plate with vehi- cle identification number (VIN) Example: chassis identification plate (vehicles for Canada) Paint code Vehicle identification plate for vehicles or chassis on the base of the driver's seat Open the driver’s door. You will see vehicle identification plate : with the vehicle identification number (VIN), the paint code and the permissible weight...
Page 279: Clean Water. Seek Medical Assistance With- Out Delay
Service products and capacities to an MB Sheet Number (e.g. MB 228.5). They Such data is vehicle-specific and may differ are therefore not necessarily approved. from that shown. Always observe the specifi- cations on your vehicle's identification plate. Further information can be obtained at any qualified specialist workshop.
Page 280: If You Mix Diesel Fuel With Gasoline, The Flash
Service products and capacities When handling, storing and disposing of fuels, Do not mix such fuels with diesel fuel and do please observe the relevant regulations. not use any special additives. This can other- wise lead to engine damage. This does not include flow improver additives.
Page 281: Information On Fuel Consumption
Service products and capacities Fuel additives transmission ratios for the drive assemblies additional equipment (e.g. air-conditioning Do not add gasoline or kerosene to diesel system, auxiliary heating system) fuel to improve its flow characteristics. Gas- oline or kerosene impairs the lubricating For these reasons, the actual consumption fig- properties of the diesel fuel.
Page 282: Storage
Service products and capacities (8 km/h). The multifunction display shows the Purity Idle Mode message. Impurities in DEF (e.g. caused by other ser- vice products, cleaning agents, dust, etc.) DEF consumption result in increased emissions, malfunctions, DEF consumption depends on operational and catalytic converter damage or engine dam- driving conditions and it is not necessary to wait age.
Page 283: Engine Oil
Service products and capacities of another quality is not permitted and may invalidate the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The use of other, non-approved engine oils for diesel engines can cause damage to the die- sel particle filter (DPF). Use only engine oils that have been approved for your vehicle according to the MB Specifications for Service Products.
Page 284: Automatic Transmission
You can only estimate the oil consumption after quality grade, e.g. according to Sheet Number you have driven a considerable distance. 228.51 of the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Check the engine oil level on a regular basis, e.g. Service Products, can the maximum interval for weekly or each time you refuel ( page 220).
Page 285: Notes
Service products and capacities Further information can be obtained at any Service product: qualified specialist workshop. brake fluid Product descrip- Intac B026E Steering tion and number Boiling point: 500 ‡ Service product: power steering fluid (260 †) Wet boiling point: Product name/number Maintenance 356 ‡...
Page 286: Refrigerant
MB Sheet No. 325.0 peratures. To prevent damage to the engine cooling sys- Capacities tem, use only approved corrosion inhibitor/anti- freeze that comply with the Mercedes-Benz Engine cooling system Specifications for Service Products. We recommend corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze Coolant Approx. 10.75 qt that meets the requirements in MB Specifica- (10.0 l)
Page 287: Mixing Ratio
Vehicle data Only use washer fluid that is suitable for Cargo tie-down points and carrier sys- plastic lamp lenses, e.g. MB SummerFit or MB tems WinterFit. Unsuitable washer fluid could dam- age the plastic lenses of the headlamps. Cargo tie-down points When handling washer fluid, observe the impor- General notes tant safety notes on service products...
Page 288: Trailer Tow Hitch
Vehicle data The values specified apply only to loads placed The data is valid for a load distributed evenly on the cargo compartment floor if: over the entire roof area. Maximum roof load and minimum number of pairs of roof carrier the load is secured to 2 cargo tie-down points supports on vehicles with: on the rail and...
Page 289: Trailer Loads
Vehicle data Maximum permitted weights and loads On vehicles with a permissible gross vehicle weight of 11030 lbs (5003 kg), the permissible gross combination weight is less than the total of the permissible gross vehicle weight and the permissible trailer load. Exceeding the permissible gross combination weight can lead to damage to the drivetrain, to the transmission or to the trailer tow hitch.
Page 290 Vehicle data Vehicle Permissi- Gross Gross rear Maximum Trailer Maximum type ble gross front axle axle load permissi- permissi- load weight load GAWR ble gross ble nose GVWR GAWR (RA) weight of weight (FA) vehicle/ trailer com- bination GCWR 11030 lbs 4080 lbs 7720 lbs 15250 lbs...

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