DODGE SPRINTER 2004 1.G Owners Manual

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Instrument and display lighting:
1. Switch on the marker lamps, refer to "Combination
Switch"
2. Press button ç, to instrument and display
lighting dimmer
3. Press button æ, to instrument display lighting
brighter
Outside Temperature Display1. Clock/outside temperature display selector
Press buttonI briefly. The display will switch
to the required mode.
If buttonI is pressed twice within one second,
the display will revert to the original mode after
20 seconds.
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92 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELThe outside temperature is displayed when the multi-
function indicator is activated. Sudden changes in
temperature, for instance when leaving a garage, are
only shown after a certain delay.
NOTE: Outside temperature display
°F in USA only.
°C in Canada only.
Tachometer (Engine rpm)Do not exceed the maximum permissible engine speed.
NOTE: To protect the engine, its fuel supply is
interrupted when the maximum rpm is reached.
Despite this, the maximum rpm can still be exceeded in
overrun mode (e.g. when driving downhill).
WARNING!
Even if the display still reads a few degrees above
32°F (0
°C), the road surface may be icy, particular-
ly in woods or on bridges. You could skid and lose
control over your vehicle and thereby cause an ac-
cident.
Adapt your speed and driving style to the
prevailing road and weather conditions to prevent
an accident and possible personal injury or
property damage.
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Coolant Temperature GaugeThe coolant temperature is displayed when the key is
in position 2 in the ignition lock.
If corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze is present in the
correct concentration in the coolant, the coolant
temperature will be between 185 °F (+85 °C) and
250 °F (+120 °C), depending on operating conditions.
If the needle reaches the red section, do not continue to
drive the vehicle.For coolant level indicator lamp /, refer to "Coolant
Level Indicator Lamp".
NOTE: Coolant temperature display
°F in USA only.
°C in Canada only.
CAUTION!
Do not leave your vehicle unattended with the
engine running as you would not be able to react to
the temperature indicator if the engine overheats.
This would lead in turn to engine damage.
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Fuel Gauge with Reserve Fuel Indicator LampThe fuel level is displayed when the key is in position
2 in the ignition lock.
WARNING!
Driving when your engine is badly overheated
can cause some fluids which may have leaked into
the engine compartment to catch fire. You could
be seriously burned. Steam from an overheated
engine can cause serious burns and can occur just
by opening the engine hood. Stay away from the
engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
Turn off the engine, get out of the vehicle and do
not stand near the vehicle until it cools down.
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The reserve fuel indicator lamp (1) lights up for
about 2 seconds.
If the reserve fuel indicator lamp remains on or lights
up again when the engine is running, the fuel in the
tank hasreached reserve level.
Reserve level: about 2.8 US gal (10.5 liters).
NOTE: If the fuel gauge sensor is damaged, the reserve
fuel indictor lamp (1) will light up and the needle will
vary its position between the maximum and minimum
marks. Have the malfunction traced and rectified by an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Battery Charge Indicator LampWhen the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, the
battery charge indicator lamp# will light up in the
instrument cluster. It must go out when the engine is
running.
If the battery charge indicator lamp# remains on or
lights up again while the vehicle is moving, a fault has
developed in the battery charge circuit.
Do not drive on. Take your vehicle to an authorized
Sprinter Dealer to have the problem corrected.
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96 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELWater in Fuel Indicator LampWhen the key is turned to position 2 in the ignition
lock, the fuel filter indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up for about 7 seconds. It
must go out when the engine is running.
If water in fuel indicator lamp does not go out or
comes on with the engine running, drain the water
from the fuel filter as soon as possible. NOTE: Should the water in fuel indicator lamp
still not go out after the fuel filter has been drained, the
cause should be examined by an authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
If the indicator lamp does not light up for about
7 seconds with the key in the ignition lock in position 2,
there is a malfunction in the water separator system.
Have the cause rectified by an authorized Sprinter
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Engine Oil Level Indicator LampThe engine oil level indicator lamp: lights up in
the instrument cluster when the key is turned to
position 2 in the ignition lock. It must go out when the
engine is running.If the engine oil level indicator lamp: does not go
out, or if it lights up again while the vehicle is moving,
the engine oil level has dropped to a point close to the
minimum level mark on the dipstick.
The indicator lamp: lights up only briefly at first,
becoming permanent as the oil level drops further.
Stop the engine immediately and check the engine oil
level. If no obvious leak is visible, correct the oil level.
If the engine oil level indicator lamp: lights up,
even if the engine oil level is sufficient, have the cause
traced and rectified by an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
For approved engine oils, please contact your
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98 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCoolant Level Indicator LampWhen the key is turned to position 2 in the ignition
lock, the coolant level indicator lamp
/ in the
instrument cluster lights up for about 2 seconds. It
must go out when the engine is running.
If the coolant level indicator lamp
/ remains on or lights
up again when the engine is running, the coolant level
is too low.
Do not drive on. Switch the engine off and add coolant.If a large quantity of coolant is being lost, or if smaller
amounts are lost at regular intervals, have the engine
cooling system examined by an authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
CAUTION!
Never run the engine if the coolant level is too
low. This could cause the engine to overheat,
leading in turn to engine damage.
WARNING!
Driving when your engine is badly overheated
can cause some fluids which may have leaked into
the engine compartment to catch fire. You could
be seriously burned. Steam from an overheated
engine can cause serious burns and can occur just
by opening the engine hood. Stay away from the
engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
Turn off the engine, get out of the vehicle and do
not stand near the vehicle until it cool downs.
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Engine Control Unit Indicator LampWhen the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, the
engine control unit indicator lamp± will light up in
the instrument cluster. It must go out when the engine
is running.If the engine control unit indicator lamp
±
remains on
or lights up again while the vehicle is moving, the fuel tank
was run empty or a fault has developed in the engine
control unit. The engine’s power output may be reduced.
Refuel and bleed the fuel system or have the cause
traced and rectified by an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Indicator Lamp Symbolsv
Acceleration skid control (ASR), or electronic
stability program (ESP),
or slippery surface warning.
1
Airbag malfunction (USA only).
A
High beam on.
#
Battery not being charged.
Water in fuel filter.
2
Brake pads worn.
ù
Engine oil level too low.
/
Coolant level too low.
;
Brake fluid level too low and electronic brake
force distribution (EBV) malfunction (USA only)
.
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Brake fluid level too low and electronic brake
force distribution (EBV) malfunction
(Canada only).
<
Seat belt warning lamp.
-
ABS malfunction and electronic brake force
distribution (EBV) malfunction.
±
Engine control unit malfunction.
k
Acceleration skid control (ASR) malfunction
and brake assist system (BAS)
1 malfunction.
W
Fluid level in windshield washer low.
q
Preheating.
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