Brake Fluid - Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operator's Manual

Steering
Steering, no maintenance required.
Service product
Power steering fluid
You can obtain further information from any authorized Sprinter Dealer.

Brake fluid

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Warning
Brake fluid is hazardous to health. Do not
swallow brake fluid. See a doctor immediately
if you swallow brake fluid.
Make sure that brake fluid does not come into
contact with skin, clothing or eyes. Rinse
affected areas with plenty of clean water and
consult a doctor if necessary.
Always wear gloves and eye protection when
topping up brake fluid.
Store brake fluid only in the original closed
container and keep it out of the reach of
children. Comply with safety regulations
when handling brake fluid.
Use only approved brake fluids that comply
with the MB Specification for Service
Products, Sheet No. 331.0. You must observe
the boiling points (DOT 4 plus).
The brake fluid must have the following
characteristics in accordance with the
FMVSS 116 and ISO 4925 standards:
boiling point (ERBP) of at least
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500 ‡(260 †)
wet boiling point (WERBP) of at least
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356 ‡(180 †)
viscosity of a maximum of 1500 mm²/s
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Over a period of time, the brake fluid absorbs
moisture from the air. This reduces its boiling
point.
Maintenance Product name/number
interval
– Mobil ATF-D,
Exxon Mobil Corporation or
equivalent
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If the boiling point of the brake fluid is too low,
vapor pockets may form in the brake system
when the brakes are subjected to a heavy load
(e.g. on long downhill stretches). This would
impair braking efficiency. The vehicle's
stopping distance may then be longer. This
increases the risk of an accident.
Have the brake fluid replaced every
two years with brake fluid approved by the
distributor named on the inside of the front
cover and have the replacement confirmed in
the Maintenance Booklet.
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compartment to remind you when the next
brake fluid change is due.
You can obtain further information from any
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Service products
Warning
There is usually a notice in the engine
159
MB
Sheet
No.
236.3
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