belt DODGE SPRINTER 2004 1.G User Guide

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 47
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Engine Oil ConsumptionWhen the engine has passed the break-in period, oil
consumption may reach 0.5 % of the fuel consumption
recorded in actual operating circumstances. In isolated
cases and in arduous operating conditions, oil
consumption may increase to 1 % of the fuel
consumption recorded in actual operating
circumstances.
Engine oil consumption depends on the driving style
adopted and the operating conditions. It can only be
judged after the engine has passed the break-in period.
For engine oil level.SA FETY TI PS Check the vehicle’s lights and the general condition
of the vehicle before each trip.
 Keep tires at the recommended inflation pressure.
 All occupants should fasten their seat belts before
each trip.
 Driving in an environmentally responsible manner
will reduce noise, fuel consumption and exhaust
emissions. Allow the engine to warm up under low load use.
 Avoid unnecessarily hard acceleration, driving with
the throttle fully open, and carrying loads not
specifically needed on the journey.
 Stop the engine during lengthy waiting periods, for
example at traffic lights.
 Remove ancillary parts, such as wind deflectors and
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48 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEH ICLEINHA LA TION OF EXHA UST GA S TIE DOWN RINGS (OPTIONA L)
1. Tie Down Rings
The rings (1) are used to attach the load with the help
of tension belts. Place the tension belt around the load,
secure it on the rings (1) and tie it down.
WARNING!
Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your
health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide
and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and
lead to death.
Do not run the engine in confined areas (such as a
garage) which are not properly ventilated. If you
think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the
vehicle while driving, have the cause determined
and corrected immediately. If you must drive
under these conditions, drive only with at least
one window fully open.
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NOTE: Use neither elastic fastening straps nor nets
when lashing down the load. These are only intended
as anti-slip protection for lighter loads.
The means used to tie down the load must not be run
over sharp edges or corners. Sharp edges or corners
should be given protective padding. Observe the
operating instructions for the material used to tie down
the material. Spread the load evenly between the
anchorages. If using a tensioning device, do not
overstress the lashing rings.
WARNING!
If you tension the tensioning belts between the
sidewalls, the maximum permissible load for the
lashing rings could be exceeded if the brakes are
applied suddenly or in the event of an accident.
The load would no longer be secured, which could
result in serious injuries caused by the load slip-
ping.
For this reason, do not tension a tensioning belt
between the side walls.
Observe the loading guidelines.
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54 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLESEAT ADJUSTMENT
Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Seat
WARNING!
Adjusting a seat while the vehicle is moving is
dangerous. The sudden movement of the seat
could cause you to lose control. The seat belt
might not be properly adjusted and you could be
injured. Adjust the seat only while the vehicle is
parked.
WARNING!
Do not ride with the seat back reclined so that the
shoulder belt is no longer resting against your
chest. In a collision, you could slide under the seat
belt and be seriously or even fatally injured. Use
the recliner only when the vehicle is parked.
WARNING!
The rear area of the vehicle should not be used as
a play area by children when the vehicle is in mo-
tion. They could be seriously injured in an acci-
dent. Children should be seated and using the
proper restraint system.
WARNING!
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these area are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat
belts.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
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58 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLEREA R SEA T BENCH REMOVA L A ND
INSTALLATION
Unlocked (1)
Locked (2)
To remove:
1. Turn all release levers on the legs of the appropriate
rear bench seat up. The rear bench seat can then
move in the seat mounting cups.
2. Lift the rear bench seat up and out of the seat
mounting cups.
WARNING!
The integrated seat belt can only offer the degree
of protection for which it is designed if you install
the specified rear bench seats correctly. Never op-
erate vehicle unless all rear bench seats are prop-
erly installed and all release levers are locked.
When retrofitting seat benches, make sure that the
exterior seat shells have four cross-ribs.
Keep the seat bench mounting cups in the vehicle
floor free from dirt and foreign objects. This is the
only way to guarantee that the locking
mechanisms will engage securely.
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NOTE: On uphill and downhill grades it may not be
possible to maintain speed.
SUNROOF
WARNING!
The speed control does not adapt itself automati-
cally to road conditions; therefore do not use
cruise control on icy roads. There is a risk of skid-
ding and loss of vehicle control. This could cause
an accident resulting in severe personal injuries,
death and property damage.
WARNING!
In an accident, there is a greater risk of being
thrown from a vehicle with an open sun roof. You
could also be seriously injured or killed. Always
fasten your seatbelt properly and make sure all
passengers are properly secured too.
Do not allow small children to operate the electric
sun roof.
Never allow fingers or other body parts, or any
object to project through the sun roof opening.
Injury may result.
Make certain that no one gets caught when the
electric sun roof is closed. The key should be
removed from the ignition lock even if the vehicle
will only be left for a short time to prevent
situations such as children or unauthorized
persons opening and closing the electric sun roof
and becoming caught.
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100 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL3
Brake fluid level too low and electronic brake
force distribution (EBV) malfunction
(Canada only).
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Seat belt warning lamp.
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ABS malfunction and electronic brake force
distribution (EBV) malfunction.
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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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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
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CONTENTS
Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205

Sprinter Original Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207

Service Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207Disposal of Service Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208

Emission Related Component Warranty
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208

Regular Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208Windshield Washer System Fluid Reservoir . 209Air Filter Restriction Indicator (Optional) . . . 209Engine Oils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209Engine Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210Ribbed V-Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211Hydraulic Brake System, Clutch Mechanism
Fluid Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Checking Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213

Winter Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215

Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216Disconnecting the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216Reconnecting the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217

Replacing Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 218Appearance Car and Corrosion Protection . . 219Power Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 220Automatic Car Wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221Tar Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221Paintwork, Painted Body Components . . . . . . 221Engine Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221Vehicle Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222Ornamental Moldings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222Headlamps, Taillamps, Turn Signal Lenses . . 222Window Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
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204 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
Wiper Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223Light Alloy Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224Steering Wheel and Gear Selector Lever . . . . 224Cup Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224Headliner and Shelf Below Rear Window . . . 224Upholstery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224Hard Plastic Trim Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225Plastic and Rubber Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225

Electrical Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225Standard Fuse and Relay Equipment . . . . . . . 226Relay Assignment, Standard Equipment . . . . 230Fuse and Relay Optional Equipment . . . . . . . 230

Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233Front Lamp Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
License Plate Lamps
(Cargo/Passenger Vans Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240Additional Brake Lamp
(Cargo/Passenger Vans Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240Side-Mounted Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241Side-Marker Lamps,
Standing Lamps (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241Interior Lighting in Passenger Compartment
and Load Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242Interior Lighting with Reading Lamp . . . . . . . 242Interior Lighting with Interior Sensor
Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243Exit Lamps (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 243

Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . 245
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206 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLELegend For Engine Compartment
1. Windshield washer system fluid reservoir.
2. Maintenance indicator for air cleaner element
(Optional).
3. Oil dipstick.
4. Oil filler neck.
5. Ribbed V-belt.
Auxiliary drive (Optional) refer to “Auxiliary
drive“.6. Fuel filter with water separator.
7. Hydraulic brake fluid reservoir.
8. Coolant reservoir.
9. Battery
The auxiliary battery is located underneath the
front passenger seat (optional equipment).
10. Fuse box
(These special fuses should only be replaced at by
an authorized Sprinter Dealer).Freightliner-all.book Pag e 206 Monday, December 1, 2003 2:54 PM