fuel consumption DODGE SPRINTER 2006 1.G Owners Manual

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE 53
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Engine Oil Consumption
When 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.SAFETY TIPS
 Check the vehicle’s lights and the general condition
of the vehicle before each trip.
 Keep tires at the recommended tire 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
roof racks, as soon as they are no longer needed.

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For more information on tire size designation, load and
speed rating, refer to "Tire Labeling". See an authorized
Sprinter Dealer for information on tested and
recommended rims and tires for summer and winter
operation. They can also offer advice concerning tire
service and purchase.
WARNING!
Using tires other than those approved by the vehi-
cle manufacturer can have detrimental effects,
such as
 poor handling characteristics
 increased noise
 increased fuel consumption
Moreover, tires and rims not approved by the
vehicle manufacturer may, under load, exhibit
dimensional variations and different tire
deformation characteristics that could cause them
to come into contact with the vehicle body or axle
parts. Damage to the tires or the vehicle may be
the result.
WARNING!
Do not use a tire, wheel size or rating other than
that specified for your Sprinter vehicle. Some
combinations of unapproved tires and wheels
may change suspension dimensions and perfor-
mance characteristics, resulting in changes to
steering, handling, and braking of your Sprinter
vehicle. This can cause unpredictable handling
and stress to steering and suspension compo-
nents. You could lose control and have an accident
resulting in serious injury or death. Use only the
tire and wheel sizes with load ratings approved
for your Sprinter vehicle, refer to "Tire and Load-
ing Information". Never use a tire with a smaller
load index or speed index or capacity, other than
what was originally equipped on your Sprinter
vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller load index
could result in tire overloading and failure. You
could lose control and have an accident.
Failure to equip the vehicle with tires having
adequate speed capability can result in sudden
tire failure and loss of vehicle control.

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2. Economy
Improper inflation pressures can cause uneven wear
patterns to develop across the tire tread. These
abnormal wear patterns will reduce tread life resulting
in a need for earlier tire replacement. Underinflation
also increases tire rolling resistance and results in
higher fuel consumption.
3. Ride Comfort and Vehicle Stability
Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride.
Overinflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable
ride.Tire Labeling
Besides tire name (sales designation) and
manufacturer name, a number of markings can be
found on a tire.
NOTE: Data shown on tire are for illustration purposes
only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle
and may vary from data shown in the illustration.
(1) DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)
(2) Maximum tire load

INDEX 321
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Emission Related Component . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Emissions Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Engine Break-in Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Engine Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Engine Control Unit Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Engine Coolant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Engine Oil Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Engine Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Indicator in Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Engine Oil Level - Display in Instrument Cluster . 114
Engine Oil Level Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Engine Oils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Engine oils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
Engine Speed, Maximum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Engine, Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Exhaust Gas, Inhalation of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54, 228
FFax Machines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Fire Extinguisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Fog Lamp Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Folding Seat at Partition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Fording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Front Seat Passenger Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Fuel Filter with Water Separator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Fuel Tank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Bleeding the Diesel Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Diesel Fuels for Use at Very Low Temperatures 211
Draining Fuel Filter with Water Separator . . . . . 214
Fuel Filter with Water Separator . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
Fuel Tank Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Fuse and Relay Optional Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Fuse, Relay, and Diode Assignments - Optional
Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Fuses, Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
GGear Selector Lever Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Glove Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Lockable Glove Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87