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

Driving
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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
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components on the vehicle, and on the
trailer as necessary:
license plates, vehicle lighting, turn
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signals, brake lamps and wiper blades for
dirt and damage
tires and wheels for firm seating, correct
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tire pressure and general condition
trailer tow hitch for play and security
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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.
Rectify any noticeable defects before
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commencing the journey.
Checks in the vehicle
Emergency equipment/first-aid kit
Check the equipment to make sure that it
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is accessible, complete and ready for use.
The first aid and breakdown assistance
equipment is in the front door stowage
compartments and behind the driver's seat.
Vehicle lighting
Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition
X
lock.
Check the lighting system with the aid of a
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second person.
Replace defective bulbs (
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X
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page 96).
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! Do not depress the accelerator pedal
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Before driving off
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WARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell may restrict
the clearance around the pedals or block a
depressed pedal. This jeopardizes the
operating 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. Only use non-
slip floormats.
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
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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 ( page 232).
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Make sure that the floormats and carpets
are properly secured so that they cannot
slip and obstruct the pedals.
Close all doors.

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
without sufficient ventilation.
when starting the engine.
Before starting the engine, make sure that: