oil DODGE SPRINTER 2006 1.G Owner's Guide

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Failure to use MB 325.0 anticorrosion/antifreeze and/or
equivalent to DaimlerChrysler material standard MS-
9769 and/or adhere to the specified replacement interval
may result in a significantly shortened service life.
For coolant composition and water quality, contact
your authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Engine Coolant
The coolant is a mixture of water and a corrosion
inhibitor/antifreeze additive. Within the cooling
system, the corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze ensures
 anti-corrosion protection
 antifreeze protection
 a higher boiling point.
The coolant added in the factory ensures adequate
antifreeze and anti-corrosion protection.
Refer to the "Recommended Fluids" chart for coolant
recommendations.
For reasons of anti-corrosion protection and to increase
the boiling point, the coolant added to the cooling
system is designed for all year round operation – even
in countries with high prevailing temperatures.Have the coolant renewed at least every 15 years or
after 160,000 miles.
When the coolant is renewed, the new coolant should
contain 50% antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor by volume.
This corresponds to antifreeze protection down to -
37 °C/-35°F.
Do not exceed a proportion of about 55 % by volume
(antifreeze protection down to about -45 °C/-49 °F) as
the heat dissipation properties then deteriorate.
In the event of coolant loss, do not add water only, but
sufficient antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor to maintain
the correct concentration.
The water in the coolant must satisfy certain
requirements. These are often met by tap supply
drinking water.
The water must be specially prepared if the water
quality does not come up to the required standards.
Have the corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze concentration
in the coolant checked at the outset of winter,
respectively once a year in countries with high
prevailing temperatures.

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WINTER OPERATION
Have your vehicle winterized by an authorized
Sprinter Dealer before the onset of winter.
 Have the engine oil changed, if the engine oil filled
is not approved for winter use.
 Coolant: antifreeze/anti-corrosion concentration in
the coolant checked.
 Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning
system (optional): add windshield washer fluid
"winter wash" to the water, depending on ambient
temperatures.
 Battery: the battery will lose capacity as
temperatures drop. Only a well-charged battery will
ensure reliable engine starting even at low outside
temperatures.
 Tires: fit M+S radial tires with a minimum tread
depth of approximately 1/6 in (4 mm) on all wheels
for the winter season.BATTERIES
The standard battery is located in the engine
compartment.
WARNING!
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
severe personal injuries and death.
Never lean over batteries while connecting, you
might get injured, if the battery explodes.
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow
this fluid to come in contact with eyes, skin or
clothing. In case it does, immediately flush
affected area with water and seek medical help if
necessary.
A battery will also produce hydrogen gas, which
is flammable and explosive. Keep flames or
sparks away from battery, avoid improper
connection of jumper cables, smoking etc.
Use only impact-resistant batteries with a central
gas release cover to prevent corrosion damage and
to prevent occupants from caustic burns in the
event of an accident.

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74. Insert the end of the wiper arm (2) into the larger
cutout (3) of the wiper blade.
5. Push the wiper blade into the end of the wiper
arm (2) until the retaining spring (1) engages.Appearance Care and Corrosion Protection
In operation, your vehicle is subjected to varying
external influences which, if gone unchecked, can
attack the paintwork as well as the underbody and
cause lasting damage.
Such damage is caused not only by extreme and
varying climatic conditions, but also by air pollution,
road salt, tar, gravel and stone chipping. Grease and
oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid, bird droppings, insects,
WARNING!
Many cleaning products can be hazardous. Some
are poisonous, others are flammable. Always
keep cleaning products sealed and out of the
reach of children. Always follow the instructions
on the particular container. Always open your ve-
hicle’s doors or windows when cleaning the in-
side.
Never use fluids or solvents that are not designed
for cleaning your vehicle. Do not use fuel as a
cleaning agent. Fuel is flammable and constitutes
a health hazard.

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Upholstery
Using aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that
have the tendency to give off coloring (e.g. when wet
etc.) may cause the upholstery to become permanently
discolored. By lining the seats with a proper
intermediate cover, contact discoloration will be
prevented.
Leather Upholstery
Wipe leather upholstery with a damp cloth and dry
thoroughly or clean with a leather care product.
Exercise particular care when cleaning perforated
leather as its underside should not become wet.
Cloth Upholstery
Clean with soft bristle brush, or use a dry-shampoo
cleaner in case of excessive dirt.
Tex Upholstery
Pour an interior care product onto soft lint-free cloth
and apply with light pressure.
Hard Plastic Trim Items
Pour an interior care product onto soft lint-free cloth
and apply with light pressure.Plastic and Rubber Parts
Do not use oil or wax on these parts.
Do not use any caustic or alcohol-based or solvent-
based substances to clean plastic surfaces.
Avoid the use of stain removers, iodine tincture, nail
varnish and nail varnish remover, acetone, methylated
spirits, chlorine or ammonium-based cleaning agents,
cleaning agents containing abrasive substances.
ELECTRICAL FUSES
Damaged fuses are recognizable from their burnt-out
filament.
Prior to exchanging a fuse, turn the key in the ignition-
column lock to the 0 position and switch off the
consumer involved.
NOTE: Fuses must not be bridged. Replace fuses with
specified rated current. Only replace fuses when the
cause of the malfunction has been rectified.
NOTE: Fuses and relays (standard equipment) are on
the underside of the ignition column, refer to "Fuses
and Relays Standard Equipment".

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CAPACITIES
Engine with oil filter
Engine oilFuel tank Cooling system Windshield washer
system
Including
reserve fuel
All vehicles about
9.5 US qt
(9.0 l)about
26.4 US gal
(100 l)about
2.8 US gal
(10.5 l)about
2.7 US gal
(10.0 l)about
7.4 US qt
(7.0 l)

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Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
The manufacturer recommends for your vehicle model
the use of DaimlerChrysler approved fluids and
lubricants, e.g. engine oil, gear oil, automatic
transmission fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid,
coolant and anti-corrosion/anti-freeze fluid only.
WARNING!
Failure to use fluids and lubricants which meet
the standards and specifications described in this
booklet or failure to adhere to the specified re-
placement intervals may result in damage to safe-
ty-related systems of your vehicle, such as the
brake system, which could cause an accident and/
or serious injury to you and others.
Use only fluids and lubricants meeting the
standards and specifications and adhere to
specified replacement intervals.
CAUTION!
Failure to use fluids and lubricants which meet
the standards and specifications described in this
booklet or failure to adhere to the specified
replacement intervals may result in a significantly
shortened service life and/or damage to
components of your vehicle, the repair of which
will not be covered by Warranty.
Use only fluids and lubricants meeting the
standards and specifications and adhere to
specified replacement intervals.

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The following oils have been determined to meet DaimlerChrysler requirements.aMB approved Engine Oil SAE MB
Sheet
76 Pure Synthetic Motor Oil 5W-40 229.3
76 Royal Triton QLT 15W-40 228.3
Agip All Guard Motor Oil 15W-40 228.3
Agip Eurosport 5W-40 229.3
Agip Synthetic PC 5W-40 229.3
Akron Ultra Clear C1-4
115W-40 228.3
BP Vanellus C6 Global Plus 10W-40 228.3
Brad Penn Euro-Diesel LD 15W-40 228.3
Castrol Elixion
15W-30 228.5
Castrol Tection S
115W-40 228.3
Chevron Delo 400 Multigrade 15W-40 228.3
Diesel Special Benz M&A 15W-40 228.3
Dislub Premium 15W-40 228.3
Exxon XD-3 Extra
115W-40 228.3
FormulaShell Ultra 5W-40 229.3
FormulaShell Ultra AB 5W-30 229.5
Gonher Super Fleet MB-III 15W-40 228.3
Hydroclear Power-D Engine Oil 15W-40 228.3
IDO Premium 15W-40 15W-40 228.3
Kendall GT-1 Full Synthetic Motor Oil 5W-40 229.3
Long Life EF Diesel Engine Oil Multi-
grade15W-40 228.3
Lubral Super Diesel MB-III 15W-40 228.3
Max Raloy Diesel 5W-30 228.5
MB Motorenöl 000 989 60 01 13 10W-40 228.5
Mexlub CF-4 MB-3P 15W-40 228.3
Mobil 1 0W-40 0W-40 229.5
Mobil Delvac 1 5W-40 228.5
Mobil Delvac 1300 Super
115W-40 228.3
Mobil SHC Formula MB 5W-30 229.5
MOPAR
® Part No. 04798231AD15W-40 228.3
Motul 8100 E-Tech 0W-40 0W-40 229.3
Motul 8100 X-cess 5W-40 5W-40 229.3
Panolin Indy SV 5W-40 229.3
Pennzoil European Formula Ultra 5W-30 229.5
Pennzoil Synthetic European Formula 5W-40 229.3
Premium Synthetik Motorenöl 5W-30 229.5
QS Superfleet 15W-40 228.3
Quaker State European Formula Ultra 5W-30 229.5
Quaker State Full Synthetic European For-
mula5W-40 229.3
Quaker State Super Series III
115W-40 228.3
Raloy Diesel Turbo MX 15W-40 228.3

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1. Engine oil also meets API classification CI-4.
Other oils may meet requirements - see oil label to determine.
Raloy Motor Diesel 15W-40 228.3
Repsol Turbo UHPD 10W-40 228.5
Roshfrans Voltro Diesel
115W-40 228.3
Shell Helix Ultra 5W-30 229.3
Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 229.3
Shell Rimula X CH-4 15W-40 228.3
Shell Rimula X CH-4 20W-50 228.3
Shell Rotella T Multigrade
115W-40 228.3
Super Diesel Oil MB-3 15W-40 228.3
Supreme Duty Diesel Engine Oil Multi-
grade15W-40 228.3
Unoil GX-7 5W-40 229.3
Ursa Premium TDX 10W-30 228.3
Ursa Premium TDX 15W-40 228.3
Valvoline SynPower MXL 0W-30 229.3

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COMPONENT SERVICE
INTERVALPRODUCT NAME/PRODUCT NUMBER MB
SHEET
Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system of your vehicle contains R-134a, a refrigerant that does not deplete the ozone layer in the
upper atmosphere.
Refrigerant R-134a — Refrigerant R-134a 361.0
Automatic
Transmission Fluidonce only at
80,000 mi
(128,000 km)Shell ATF 3403/M-115
MOPAR® Part No. 05127382AA, or equivalent
Fuchs/Shell ATF 3353236.10
236.12
Brakes
Use brake fluid approved to DaimlerChrysler standard MB 331.0 and/or DaimlerChrysler material standard MS-9971,
brake fluid certified to DOT 4 Plus standards, that also maintains a minimum dry boiling point (ERBP) of 500°F (260°C),
a minimum wet boiling point (WERBP) of 356°F (180°C) and maximum viscosity of 1500 mm
2/s, conforming to FMVSS
116 and ISO 4925.
Brake Fluid 2 years Intac B026D Dry boiling point: 500°F (260°C)
Wet boiling point: 356°F (180°C),
MOPAR® MS-9971 Part No. 04549625AC, or equivalent331.0
Engine Oil 12 months or
10,000 mi
(16,000 km)See "Approved Engine Oils"

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COMPONENT SERVICE
INTERVALPRODUCT NAME/PRODUCT NUMBER MB
SHEET
Engine Coolant,
Anticorrosion/
Antifreeze Fluid15 years or
160,000 mi
(256,000 km)EURO Peak Coolant/Anti-freeze, OLD WORLD INDUSTRIES
Zerex G05, The Valvoline Company
Zerex G48, The Valvoline Company
Glysantin G05, BASF AG
MOPAR® Part No. 05066386AA, or equivalent325.0
Power Steering
Power Steering, no fluid service required
Power Steering fluid — Mobil ATF-D, Exxon Mobil Corporation, or equivalent 236.3
Rear Axle
Gear Oil 120,000 mi
(192,000 km)Shell Spirax MB 90
MOPAR® Part No. 05136033AA, or equivalent235.0