turn signal MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2012 MY12 Operator’s Manual

Roof ventilator in the cargo
compartment
The roof ventilator can be used to ventilate or
extract air from the cargo compartment.
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the
ignition lock.
X To extract air: press upper section 0046 of
the 00B4 switch.
The roof ventilator removes used air from
the cargo compartment.
X To ventilate: press lower section 0047 of the
00B3 switch.
The roof ventilator feeds fresh air into the
cargo compartment.
X To switch off: set the
switch to the middle
position. Driving and parking
Preparing for a journey
Visual check of the vehicle exterior X
In particular, check the following
components on the vehicle, and on the
trailer as necessary:
R
license plates, vehicle lighting, turn
signals, brake lamps

and wiper blades for
dirt and damage
R tires and wheels for firm seating, correct
tire pressure and general condition
R trailer tow hitch for play and security
i The towing device is one of the most
important components on the vehicle with regard to road safety. The separate
instructions issued by the manufacturer
pertaining to operation, care and
maintenance should be observed.
X Rectify any noticeable defects before
commencing the journey.
Checks in the vehicle Emergency equipment/first-aid kit
The equipment for first aid and breakdown
assistance is located in the storage
compartment in
the

driver's/co-driver's door
and behind the driver's seat.
X Check the equipment to make sure that it
is accessible, complete and ready for use.
Vehicle lighting
X Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.
X Check the lighting system with the aid of a
second person.
X Replace defective bulbs ( Y page 234). Before driving off
G
Warning
Free movement of the pedals must not be
impaired. This would

otherwise jeopardize the
operating and road safety of the vehicle.
Objects could get caught between the pedals
if you accelerate or brake suddenly. You will
then be unable to brake, declutch or
accelerate as intended. You could cause an
accident, thereby endangering yourself and
others.
R If you are using floormats and carpets,
make sure that they are properly secured
in the driver's footwell so that they do not108
Driving and parking
Controls

Starting the engine
X
Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock.
The 0028 preglow indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up.
X When the 0028 preglow indicator lamp
goes out, turn the key to position 3 in the
ignition lock and release it as soon as the
engine is running.
i You can start
the engine without preglow
when the engine is warm.
i Depending on the equipment installed,
the vehicle either automatically locks
centrally after switching on the ignition or
after pulling away. The locking knobs in the
doors drop down.
You can open the doors from the inside at
any time.
Automatic door locking can be deactivated
(Y page 55). Driving off
G
Warning
Do not downshift for additional engine
braking on a

slippery road surface. This could
cause the drive wheels to lose their grip and
the vehicle could skid. You could lose control
of the vehicle and cause an accident.
i After pulling away or switching on the
ignition, the vehicle automatically locks
centrally. The locking knobs in the doors
drop down.
You can open the doors from the inside at
any time.
Automatic door locking can be deactivated
(Y page 55). X
Depress the brake pedal and keep it
depressed.
The selector lever lock is released.
X Release the parking brake ( Y page 112).
The 0066 indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster goes out.
X Move the selector lever to position D or R.
i On vehicles with a reverse warning
feature, a warning signal sounds when
reverse gear is

engaged to alert other road
users.
! Only shift into reverse gear when the
vehicle is stationary. You could otherwise
damage the transmission.
X Release the brake pedal.
X Carefully depress the accelerator pedal. General driving tips
Steering G
Warning
Do not switch off the engine while the vehicle
is in motion.
There is no

power assistance for the steering
or the service brake when the engine is not
running.
Steering and braking require significantly
more effort and you could lose control of the
vehicle and cause an accident as a result.
! Do not hold the steering wheel at full
steering angle for a long time, e.g. when
turning or maneuvering.
The hydraulic pump could be damaged if
the hydraulic fluid temperature increases.
Overrun cut-off If you take your foot off the accelerator pedal,
the diesel fuel supply is cut off in overrun
mode when the

engine speed is out of the idle
speed control range. 110
Driving and parking
Controls

Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0050 Solutions0055
The yellow bulb
indicator lamp
lights up when
the key is
turned
to position 2 in
the ignition lock. A bulb in the exterior lighting (with the exception of the front
position lamps and trailer lighting) is defective
6
.
X Change defective bulbs as soon as possible ( Y page 233).003E
The yellow door
indicator lamp
lights up while
you are driving. The vehicle is moving without all doors or the hood being closed.
X
Close the doors or hood. Notes on display messages
G
Warning
No messages can be displayed if the
instrument cluster and/or the display fails.
You will then not be able to see information
about the vehicle status, such as speed and
outside temperature, warning/indicator
lamps and display messages or the failure of
systems. Handling characteristics may be
affected. Adapt your speed and driving style
accordingly.
Immediately consult a qualified specialist
workshop. The qualified specialist workshop
must have the necessary specialist
knowledge and tools to carry out the work
required. We recommend an authorized
Sprinter Dealer for

this purpose. In particular,
all work relevant to safety or on safety-related
systems must be carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop. 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.
i If you turn the key to position 2 in the
ignition lock, all warning/indicator lamps
(except the turn signal indicator lamps) and
the display are activated. Please make sure
that they are working properly before
commencing a journey.
Vehicles without steering wheel
buttons Warnings, malfunctions or additional
information may
also

be shown in the display.
The following tables show all the display
messages. For certain display messages, a
warning tone or a continuous tone will also
sound.
6 The lamp failure

indicator may, depending on equipment, be omitted for all lamps with the exception of turn
signals. Troubleshooting
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Practical advice Z

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0050 Solutions0055
Low beam left The left-hand low beam is faulty
7
.
X Halogen headlamps: replace the bulbs as soon as possible
(Y page 233).
X Bi-Xenon headlamps: consult a qualified specialist workshop
as soon as possible. 0055
Low beam right The right-hand low beam is faulty
7
.
X Halogen headlamps: replace the bulbs as soon as possible.
(Y page 233)
X Bi-Xenon headlamps: consult a qualified specialist workshop
as soon as possible. 0055
Cornering lt. left The left-hand cornering light is faulty
7
.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible. 0055
Cornering lt.
right The right-hand cornering light is faulty
7
.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible. 0055
Lights on
automatic. Remove
key The automatic headlamp feature is active: the light switch is in the
005A position and you have forgotten to remove the key.
X
Remove the key from the ignition lock. 0055
Turn signal left The left-hand turn signal is faulty.
X
Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233). 0055
Turn signal right The right-hand turn signal is faulty.
X
Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233). 0055
Brake lamp left The left-hand brake lamp is faulty
7
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233). 0055
Brake lamp right The right brake lamp is faulty
7
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233). 0055
Third brake lamp The high-mounted brake lamp is faulty
7
. This display message will
only appear if all LEDs have failed.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible. 7
Depending on the equipment, the bulb-failure indicator may not be featured for any lamps other than the
turn signals. Troubleshooting
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Practical advice Z

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0050 Solutions0055
High beam left The left-hand high-beam is faulty
7
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233). 0055
High beam right The right-hand high beam is faulty
7
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233). 0055
License plate lamp A license plate lamp is faulty
7
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233). 0055
Switch off lights You have forgotten to switch off the lights when leaving the
vehicle.
X
Turn the light switch to 0027. 0055
Foglamp front left The left-hand front fog lamp is faulty
7
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233). 0055
Foglamp front
right The right-hand fog lamp is faulty
7
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233). 0055
Rear foglamp The rear fog lamp is faulty
7
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233). 0055
Parking lamp
front
left The front left parking lamp/standing lamp is faulty
7
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible. 0055
Parking lamp
front
right The front right parking lamp/standing lamp is faulty
7
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233). 0055
Reverse lamp A backup lamp is faulty
7
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233). 0055
Tail lamp left The left-hand tail lamp is faulty
7
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233). 0055
Tail lamp right The right-hand tail lamp is faulty
7
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233). 7
Depending on the equipment, the bulb-failure indicator may not be featured for any lamps other than the
turn signals.210
TroubleshootingPractical advice

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0050 Solutions0055
Marker lamp A perimeter lamp is faulty
7
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233). 0055
Additional ind.
lamps An additional turn signal is faulty
7
.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible. Indicator and warning lamps in switches and buttons
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 Possible causes/consequences and
0050 SolutionsOne or more indicator
lamps in the 0072
button for the seat
heating are flashing. Insufficient voltage is available because too many consumers are
switched on.
The seat heating has switched off automatically.
X
Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. reading lamps, interior
lighting.
The seat heating will automatically switch back on as soon as
there is sufficient voltage. The indicator lamp in
the switch for the
windshield heating
0087 and/or the
switch for the rear
window defroster
0073 are flashing. Insufficient voltage is available because too many consumers are
switched on.
The windshield heating and/or rear window defroster have
switched off automatically.
X
Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. reading lamps, interior
lighting.
If sufficient voltage is available again within 30 seconds, the
windshield heating and/or

rear window defroster automatically
switch on again. Otherwise, they remain switched off. 7
Depending on the equipment, the bulb-failure indicator may not be featured for any lamps other than the
turn signals. Troubleshooting
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Practical advice Z

Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0050 SolutionsIt is no longer possible
to lock the vehicle
using the remote
control.
The turn signals do not
flash when the vehicle
is locked. The doors are not closed properly.
X
Close the doors properly and lock the vehicle again. It is no longer possible
to lock the vehicle
using the remote
control.
The turn signals do not
flash when the vehicle
is locked. The central locking system has malfunctioned.
X
Lock the vehicle using the folding key ( Y page 54).
X Have the central locking system checked as soon as possible
at a qualified specialist workshop. It is no longer possible
to lock or unlock the
vehicle using the
remote control. The remote control batteries are weak or discharged.
X
Point the remote control at the driver's door handle at close
range and try again.
If this does not work:
X Lock or unlock the vehicle with the folding key (Y page 54).
X Check the batteries of the remote control ( Y page 53).It is no longer possible
to lock or unlock the
vehicle using the
remote control. The remote control is faulty.
X
Lock or unlock the vehicle with the folding key (Y page 54).
X Have the central locking system checked as soon as possible
at a qualified specialist workshop. You have lost a key. X
Have the key deactivated at an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
X Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
X If necessary, have the mechanical locks replaced.
Your qualified specialist workshop will be happy to provide you
with a replacement. 218
TroubleshootingPractical advice

Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0050 SolutionsThe key cannot be
turned in the ignition
lock. The vehicle voltage is too low.
X
Switch off all non-essential consumers, e.g. the seat heating,
interior lighting, and try to turn the key again.
If this does not work:
X Check and, if necessary, replace the starter battery.
or
X Jump-start the vehicle.
or
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. The key cannot be
turned in the ignition
lock. The steering lock has jammed mechanically.
X
Remove the key and insert it again into the ignition lock. Turn
the steering wheel from side to side while doing so. Headlamps and turn signals
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 Possible causes/consequences and
0050 SolutionsThe headlamps are
fogged up
on

the inside. Air humidity is very high.
X
Drive with the headlamps switched on.
The headlamps are clear after a short distance. The headlamps are
fogged up
on

the inside. The headlamp housing is not sealed and moisture has been able
to enter.
X
Have the headlamps checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Windshield wipers
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. Troubleshooting
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Practical advice
Z

Do not change Xenon bulbs yourself, but have
them replaced at a qualified specialist
workshop which has

the necessary specialist
knowledge and tools to carry out the work
required.
We recommend an authorized Sprinter Dealer
for this purpose. In particular, work relevant
to safety or on safety-related systems must
be carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop.
R To prevent short circuits, switch off the
lighting system before changing a bulb.
R Only touch new bulbs with a clean, lint-free
cloth or similar. Do not work with wet or
greasy fingers.
R Only install 12 V bulbs of the same type and
of the correct wattage.
R Have the headlamp setting checked
regularly.
R If the new bulb still does not light up consult
a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
R Have the following LEDs and bulbs replaced
at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an
authorized Sprinter Dealer:
-the additional turn signals in the exterior
mirrors
- the high-mounted brake lamp
- the Bi-Xenon bulbs
- the fog lamps
! Make sure the bulbs are always securely
installed. Changing bulbs
Front bulbs Lights Bulb type
0046
Additional turn signal
lamps in the exterior
mirrors PY 16 W
0047
Turn signal lamps PY 21 W
008A
Halogen headlamps:
low-beam headlamps H7 55 W
Bi-Xenon headlamps:
low-beam/high-beam
headlamps D1S–35 W
0088
Halogen headlamps:
high-beam headlamps H7 55 W
Cornering lamps H7 55 W
0086
Fog lamps H11 55 W
0087
Parking lamps/
standing lamps WY 5 W234
Electrical system
Practical advice

High-beam headlamps/cornering lamps,
low-beam headlamps, fog lamps
X
Switch off the lights.
X Open the hood (Y page 168).
X Press catches 0046 down.
X Lift housing cover 0047 in the direction of the
arrow and remove it. 008A
Low-beam headlamps
0088 Halogen low-beam headlamp/Xenon
cornering lamp headlamp
X Disconnect the connector from the bulb.
X Detach the retainer spring and remove the
bulb.
X Insert the new bulb so the base fits into the
recess of the socket.
X Attach the retainer spring and connect the
plug to the bulb.
X Insert housing cover 0047 into the lower
mounting points. X
Fold housing cover 0047 against the
headlamp casing.
X Push catches 0046 up until you feel them
engage.
Turn signal lamps X
Switch off the lights.
X Open the hood (Y page 168).
X Turn bulb holder 0046 counter-clockwise and
remove it.
X Turn the bulb counter-clockwise by
pressing lightly and pull it out of bulb
holder 0046

.
X Press a new bulb into bulb holder 0046 and
screw in clockwise.
X Insert bulb holder 0046 into the

lamp and turn
it clockwise.
Parking lamps and standing lamps X
Switch off the lights.
X Open the hood (Y page 168).
X Turn cap 0046 counter-clockwise and remove
it. Electrical system
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