Fuel And Fuel Tank - Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting
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Always have maintenance work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. The qualified
specialist workshop must have the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the
work required. We recommend visiting an authorized Sprinter Dealer. In particular, work relevant
to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Problem
The windshield wipers
are jammed.
The windshield wipers
have stopped working
completely.

Fuel and fuel tank

G
Warning
The operating safety of your vehicle could be jeopardized if maintenance work is carried out
incorrectly. As a result, you could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition,
the safety systems may no longer be able to protect you or others as they are designed to do.
Always have maintenance work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. The qualified
specialist workshop must have the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the
work required. We recommend visiting an authorized Sprinter Dealer. In particular, work relevant
to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Problem
The fuel tank has run
completely dry.
Fuel is leaking from the
vehicle.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The wiper movement is obstructed, e.g. by leaves or snow. The
wiper motor has been deactivated.
X
Stop the vehicle as soon as possible. For safety reasons, remove
the key from the ignition lock.
X
Remove the cause of the obstruction.
X
Switch on the windshield wipers again.
There is a malfunction in the windshield wiper drive.
X
Select another wiper speed on the combination switch.
X
Have the windshield wipers checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
There is air in the fuel system.
X
Bleed the fuel system .
G
Warning!
The fuel line or the fuel tank is damaged.
Leaking fuel creates a risk of fire or explosion.
X
Switch off the ignition immediately.
X
Remove the key from the ignition lock.
X
Do not restart the engine under any circumstances.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.