brakes DODGE SPRINTER 2007 2.G Owner's Manual

269 Practical hints
What to do if ...
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The yellow ESP
®, ABS, ASR/BAS
indicator lamps and the red
brake system indicator lamp are
lit while the engine is running.
WARNING
G
EBV has been deactivated due to undervolt-
age.
The battery may not be being charged.
The rear wheels could lock up sooner than
expected when you apply the brakes.
\1Also observe the messages in the dis-
play on vehicles with steering wheel
buttons (\2page 284).
\1Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so.
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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The red brake system indicator
lamp is lit while the engine is run-
ning.
A signal also sounds.
WARNING
G
There is insufficient brake fluid in the fluid
reservoir.
\1Also observe the messages in the dis-
play on vehicles with steering wheel
buttons (\2page 284).
\1Do not add brake fluid under any cir-
cumstances. This will not solve the
problem.
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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When towing a trailer:
The red brake system indicator
lamp is lit while the engine is run-
ning.
A signal also sounds.
WARNING
G
The trailer's brake booster is malfunctioning.
The vehicle's driving and braking characteris-
tics may change. There is a risk of the trailer
overbraking.
\1Also observe the messages in the dis-
play on vehicles with steering wheel
buttons (\2page 284).
\1Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so.
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Problem
Possible cause / result
Suggested solutions

271 Practical hints
What to do if ...
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The yellow ABS indicator lamp is
lit while the engine is running.
WARNING
G
ABS has been deactivated due to a malfunc-
tion. ESP
®, ASR and BAS as well as cruise
control have also been deactivated as a re-
sult.
The brake system continues to function
with the normal braking effect but with no
electronic support. The wheels could there-
fore lock up, for example if the brakes are
applied with maximum force.
\1Also observe the messages in the dis-
play on vehicles with steering wheel
buttons (\2page 284).
\1Continue driving, but with even great-
er care.
\1Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
WARNING
G
ABS is temporarily unavailable.
Self diagnosis may not have been complet-
ed yet.
The brake system is still available with the
normal braking effect.
\1Drive on for a distance of more than
13 mph (20 km / h).
ABS is available again if the message
goes out.
ABS has been deactivated due to undervolt-
age.
The battery may not be being charged.
The brake system continues to function
with the normal braking effect but with no
electronic support. The wheels could there-
fore lock up, for example if the brakes are
applied with maximum force.
\1Continue driving, but with even great-
er care.
\1Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
Problem
Possible cause / result
Suggested solutions

289 Practical hints
Display messages
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Symbol messagesDisplay symbol
Display message
Possible cause / result
Possible solution
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Battery/
Alternator
Visit workshop
The battery is not being charged. Possible
causes:
\4malfunctioning alternator
\4torn poly-V-belt
\1Stop immediately and check the poly-V-
belt.
If it is torn:
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Deal-
er.
If it is not damaged:
\1Drive to the nearest authorized
Sprinter Dealer immediately.
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Brake wear
Visit workshop
WARNING
G
The brake pads / linings have reached
their wear limit.
\1Have the brake pads / linings replaced as
soon as possible at an authorized Sprint-
er Dealer.
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Brake force
distribution
WARNING
G
EBV has been deactivated due to under-
voltage.
The battery may not be being charged.
The rear wheels could lock up sooner
than expected when you apply the
brakes.
\1Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.

290 Practical hintsDisplay messages
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Brake fluid
Visit
workshop
WARNING
G
There is insufficient brake fluid in the fluid
reservoir.
\1Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
\1Do not add brake fluid under any circum-
stances. This will not solve the problem.
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer. .
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Brake force
distribution
Visit
workshop
WARNING
G
EBV has malfunctioned.
The rear wheels could lock up sooner
than expected when you apply the
brakes.
\1Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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Parking brake
Release brakeA signal also sounds.
You are driving with the handbrake
applied.
\1Release the handbrake (\2page 115).
Display symbol
Display message
Possible cause / result
Possible solution

362 *Technical dataService products and capacities
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Coolants, lubricants, etc.
Service
interval
Product name/product number
MB
sheet
MS-
No.
1
Air conditioning
The air conditioning system of your vehicle contains R-134a, a refrigerant that does not deplete the ozone layer in the upper atmo-
sphere.Refrigerant R-134a
—
Refrigerant R-134a
361.0
Automatic transmissionAutomatic transmission fluid
10 years
60,000 mi
(96,000 km)
MOPAR
® 05127382AB
Shell ATF 3403
Shell ATF 3353
236.10
236.12
BrakesUse brake fluid approved for 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 a maximum viscosity of 1500 mm
2/s, conforming to FMVSS 116 and ISO 4925.
Brake fluid
2 years
2
Intac B026E Dry boiling point: 500°F (260°C)
Wet boiling point: 356°F (180°C)
MOPAR
® MS-9971 Part No. 04549625AC or equivalent
331.0
9971
1 DaimlerChrysler Material Standard-No.
2 Over the course of a brake fluid’s service life, its boiling point falls due to the continuous absorption of moisture from the atmosphere. If the boiling point of the
brake fluid is too low, vapor pockets may form in the brake system when the brakes are applied hard (e.g. when driving on long downhill stretches). This has a det-
rimental effect on braking efficiency, which could increase the stopping distance. This increases the risk of an accident. Have the brake fluid renewed every 2 years.