lock DODGE SPRINTER 2004 1.G Owner's Manual

28 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEH ICLEPress lock button (1)
(all doors are locked)
If the central locking automatically unlocks again after
having been locked, at least one door is closed
incorrectly.
If it then locks again within about 5 seconds, then all
closed doors are locked.
The central locking displays vehicle locking with one
or more open doors by means of a special function
sequence (locking, unlocking, locking). Once closing
has been completed, an open door will not
automatically be locked.
NOTE: If an open sliding door is locked before being
closed, then only the sliding door will be locked.In vehicles without central locking only the respective
door will be locked or unlocked.
Please note anti-theft alarm system: The anti-theft
alarm will be triggered when the doors are manually
unlocked. Cancel alarm by pressing buttonŒ. The
anti-theft alarm system will not be activated when the
doors are manually locked.
CAUTION!
In case of an accident, rescue from the outside may
be more difficult if the vehicle is locked.
To unlock the vehicle after the engine is started,
refer to
"Central Locking Switch
".
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Rear Cargo Doors
From the Outside
To unlock (1)
To lock (2)
To open the door:
Pull the handle to open the door.
WARNING!
Only drive with the doors properly closed. You
could lose the load, for example, and endanger ve-
hicle occupants or other road users if the doors are
open.
To prevent possible personal injury, always keep
hands and fingers away from the door opening
when closing a door. Be especially careful when
small children are around.
Only open the doors when road and traffic
conditions permit.
Do not leave children alone in the vehicle. They
could open a locked door from the inside despite
the road and traffic conditions, thereby
endangering themselves and others.
When the rear cargo doors are opened to an angle
of 90
° (catch position), more than 50% of the rear
lamps are concealed. When the door is open in this
manner, you should warn others in accordance
with legal requirements.
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30 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEH ICLEFrom the Inside without Lock Button
To unlock and open:
Pull handle.
To lock:
Press the handle in.
The door is locked when the white patch in the handle
can be seen. If an open door is detected, refer to
"Central Locking".From the Inside with Lock Button
Lock button (1)
Handle (2)
To unlock and open:
Pull lock button (1)
(the door is unlocked, all other doors remain locked).
Pull handle (2).
To lock:
Press lock button (1)
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If the central locking automatically unlocks again after
having been locked, at least one door is closed
incorrectly.
If it then locks again within about 5 seconds, then all
closed doors are locked.
The central locking displays vehicle locking with one
or more open doors by means of a special function
sequence (locking, unlocking, locking). Once closing
has been completed, an open door will not
automatically be locked.
NOTE: In vehicles without central locking only the
respective door will be locked or unlocked.Opening Left-Hand Door
To open:
Move the handle up.
To close:
Close the door until it engages.Freightliner-all.book Pag e 31 Monday , December 1, 2003 2:54 PM

32 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEH ICLETo lock manually:
Move the handle down until it is in the vertical
position.
Automatic locking:
If the left-hand door is closed, it will be automatically
locked as soon as the right-hand door has been closed.
NOTE: If an open tailgate is locked before being
closed, then only the tailgate will be locked.
Please note anti-theft alarm system: The anti-theft
alarm system will be triggered when the doors are
manually unlocked. Cancel alarm by pressing
buttonŒ. The anti-theft alarm system will not be
activated when the doors are manually locked.Opening Angle 270°
To open:
Unhinge the door check strap.
Open the door 270° and press the door stay against the
outer sidewalls. The doors will be kept in this position
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34 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEH ICLETo Unlock the Door from the Passenger Area
To unlock, turn key to left (1)
To open door (2)
To close door and lock (3)To Unlock the Door from the Cargo Area (Optional)
To unlock, press latch in direction (1)
To open door (2)
To close door and lock (3)Freightliner-all.book Pag e 34 Monday , December 1, 2003 2:54 PM

38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEH ICLESeat Belt Warning Lamp and A irbag MalfunctionWhen the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, the
warning lamp < lights up for about 6 seconds; this
takes place whether or not the driver’s seat belt is
fastened.
The warning lamp< must go out after about
6seconds.
If the warning lamp< flashes after about 6 seconds,
the malfunction indicator lamp1 is defective.
The fault should be repaired as soon as possible by an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
NOTE: When the key is turned to position 2 in the
ignition lock, a warning buzzer sounds for about
6 seconds if the driver’s safety belt is not pressed into
the belt buckle. The buzzer stops as soon as the safety
belt is fastened. Press the safety belt into the belt
buckle.
Fastening and RemovingBelt tongue (1)
Belt buckle (2)
Release button (3)
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Fastening Seat Belts
1. Pull the seat belt over the body. The seat belt must
not be twisted or you could be injured.
2. Press the tongue into the buckle and make sure that
it is heard to engage.
3. The seat belt must be tight across the body. Check
this immediately after fastening the seat belt, and at
regular intervals during the trip.
If necessary, tension the lap belt by pulling the
shoulder strap up in front of the body.Removing Seat Belts
1. Press the release button in the belt buckle.
2. Guide the seat belt back to its rest position.
Seat Belt Warning System
When the key is turned to position 2 in the ignition
lock, a warning buzzer sounds for about 6 seconds if
the driver’s safety belt is not pressed into the belt
buckle. The buzzer stops as soon as the safety belt is
fastened. Press the safety belt into the belt buckle.
WARNING!
A lap belt worn too high can increase the risk of
internal injury in a collision. The belt forces won’t
be at the strong hip and pelvic bones, but across
your abdomen. Always wear the lap part as low as
possible and keep it snug.A twisted belt cannot do it’s job as well. In a
collision it could even cut into you. Be sure the belt
is straight. If you cannot straighten a belt in your
vehicle, take it to your dealer and have it fixed.
WARNING!
A frayed or torn belt could rip apart in a collision
and leave you with no protection. Inspect the belt
system periodically, checking for cuts, frays, or
loose parts. Damaged parts must be replaced im-
mediately. Do not disassemble or modify the sys-
tem. Seat belt assemblies must be replaced after a
collision if they have been damaged (bent retrac-
tor, torn webbing, etc.).
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40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEH ICLEBelt Height AdjustmentBelt height adjustment button 4
Do not adjust the belt height while the vehicle is
moving.
To lower:
Press the button and move the belt sash guide down.
To raise:
Move the belt sash guide up.
The shoulder strap must pass between the neck and the
shoulder.
A IRBA G A ND BELT TENSIONERSThe vehicle is equipped with an airbag for the driver
and the front seat passenger as well as belt tensioners
for the driver and the front passenger. The system is
known as a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). It
has been designed to work together with the seat belt
and to supplement.SRS Malfunction Indicator LampWhen the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, the
malfunction indicator lamp1 will light up in the
instrument cluster for about 4 seconds as a function
check.
WARNING!
Do not put anything on or around the front airbag
covers or attempt to manually open them. You
may damage the airbags and you could be injured
because the airbags are not there to protect you.
These protective covers for the airbag cushions are
designed to open only when the airbags are inflat-
ing.
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Driver’s A irbagThe driver’s airbag is located within the padded center
of the steering wheel.
WARNING!
If the malfunction indicator lamp1 does not
light up when the key is in position 2 in the igni-
tion lock, if it flickers or lights up while the vehi-
cle is moving, there might be a problem in the
airbag system. There is then a danger that the air-
bag will not deploy in the event of an accident or
will deploy when it should not do so. Have the ve-
hicle inspected and repaired by an authorized
Sprinter Dealer without delay.
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