Bleeding The Fuel System - Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operator's Manual

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cause checked immediately at a qualified
specialist workshop.

Bleeding the fuel system

If you have driven a vehicle until the fuel tank
is empty, the engine may not be able to be
started immediately after refueling, as there
may still be air in the fuel system.
i Too many attempts to start the engine
could drain the battery.
X
After refueling: turn the key to position
2 in the ignition lock for approximately 10
seconds.
X
Turn the starter motor for up to 60 seconds
without interruption until the engine is
running smoothly.
If the engine does not start:
X
Wait approximately 2 minutes.
X
Then turn the starter motor for up to
60 seconds again without interruption until
the engine is running smoothly.
If this attempt is also unsuccessful, do not
attempt to start the engine again. Consult a
qualified specialist workshop.
Flat tire
General notes
The vehicle can be equipped either with a
spare wheel or with Premium tire sealant. The
spare wheel is under the vehicle at the rear
( Y page 186). The Premium tire sealant is
located in the stowage compartment in the
right-hand door sill (
When you replace a tire, we recommend that
you also replace the tire valve.
G
WARNING
Only for vehicles without a tire pressure
monitor:
For safety reasons, we recommend that you
only use tire valves manufactured by
Y page 186).
Schrader. These have been tested for use on
your vehicle.
Use only tire valves of type:
TR 600 for the vehicle types 2500
R
TR 418 for the vehicle types 3500
R
Using other tire inflation valves or valves
made by other manufacturers can result in
tire pressure loss and thereby impair the
operating safety of the vehicle.
You will find safety-relevant information on
tires and wheels in the "Tires and wheels"
section ( Y page 260).
Preparing the vehicle
X
Stop the vehicle as far away as possible
from traffic and on a level, firm and non-slip
surface.
X
Switch on the hazard warning lamps.
X
Apply the parking brake.
X
Move the selector lever of the automatic
transmission to position P.
X
Any passengers should leave the vehicle,
ensuring that they are not endangered as
they do so.
X
Place the warning triangle or hazard
warning lights at a suitable distance.
Observe legal requirements.
Using tire sealant
You can use the Premium tire sealant to seal
small punctures, particularly those in the tire
tread. You can use tire sealant at an outside
temperature down to Ò22 ‡ (Ò30 †).
G
WARNING
Smoking, fire and naked flames are prohibited
when handling tire sealant. Avoid creating
sparks. The tire sealant could otherwise ignite
and cause a fire.