Starting The Engine - Mercedes-Benz 2016 Sprinter Operator's Manual

Driving
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On vehicles with a battery main switch, you must
first switch on the power supply (
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To unlock the steering, move the steering
wheel slightly while turning the key to position
1.
Preparing for a journey
Visual check of the vehicle exterior
In particular, check the following components
X
on the vehicle, and on the trailer as necessary:
license plates, vehicle lighting, turn signals,
R
brake lamps and wiper blades for dirt and
damage
tires and wheels for firm seating, correct
R
tire pressure and general condition
trailer tow hitch for play and security
R
The trailer coupling is one of the most
important vehicle parts with regard to road
safety. The separate instructions issued by
the manufacturer pertaining to operation,
care and maintenance should be observed.
that contour markings on attachments and
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bodies are in good condition
Rectify any noticeable defects before com-
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mencing the journey.
Checks in the vehicle
Emergency equipment and first-aid kit
Check the equipment to make sure that it is
X
accessible, complete and ready for use.
The first aid and breakdown assistance equip-
ment is in the front door stowage compartments
and behind the driver's seat.
Vehicle lighting
Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock.
X
Check the lighting system with the aid of a
X
second person.
Replace defective bulbs (
X
Before driving off
G
WARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell may restrict
the clearance around the pedals or block a
page 118).
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page 86).
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depressed pedal. This jeopardizes the oper-
ating and road safety of the vehicle. There is a
risk of an accident.
Stow all objects securely in the vehicle so that
they do not get into the driver's footwell.
When using floormats or carpets, make sure
that they are properly secured so that they do
not slip or obstruct the pedals. Do not place
several floormats or carpets on top of one
another.
G
WARNING
Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage
of the pedals, e.g.:
shoes with thick soles
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shoes with high heels
R
slippers
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There is a risk of an accident.
Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct
usage of the pedals.
Secure the load as per the loading guidelines
X
( page 212).
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Stow luggage items securely. Secure the load
X
as per the loading guidelines (
Make sure that the floormats and carpets are
X
properly secured so that they cannot slip and
obstruct the pedals.
Close all doors.
X

Starting the engine

G
WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling
these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There
is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave
the engine running in enclosed spaces with-
out sufficient ventilation.
!
Do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
Before starting the engine, make sure that:
X
page 212).
Y