service DODGE SPRINTER 2007 2.G Owner's Manual

203 Operation
Tires and wheels
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Life of tire
The service life of a tire depends on varying
factors including but not limited to:
\4Driving style
\4Tire inflation pressure
\4Distance drivenTread depth
Do not allow your tires to wear down too
far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are
sharply reduced at tread depths under
1/8in (3 mm) for summer tires and
1/6in
(4 mm) for winter tires.
Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by
law. These indicators are located in six
places on the tread circumference and be-
come visible at a tread depth of approxi-
mately
1/16
in (1.6 mm), at which point
the tire is considered worn and should be
replaced.
Recommended minimum tire tread depth:
\4Summer tires
1/8in (3 mm)
\4Winter tires
1/6in (4 mm)
You could lose control of the vehicle as a re-
sult, cause an accident and injure yourself
or others.
Avoid driving up against curbs or parking the
vehicle with part of the tire tread surface on
the curb.Warning
G
Tires and spare tire should be replaced after
6 years, regardless of the remaining tread.
Warning
G
Although the applicable federal motor safety
laws consider a tire to be worn when the
Treadwear Indicators (TWI) become visible
at approximately
1/16in (1.6 mm), we rec-
ommend that you do not allow your tires to
wear down to that level. As tread depth ap-
proaches
1/8in (3 mm) for summer tires or
1/6in (4 mm) for winter tires, the adhesion
properties on a wet road are sharply re-
duced.
Depending upon the weather and/or road
surface (conditions), the tire traction varies
widely.

234 OperationWinter driving
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\3 Winter drivingHave your vehicle winterproofed at the
onset of winter at an authorized Sprinter
Dealer. This service includes the following:
\4Oil change, if the current engine oil
used has not been approved for winter
use
\4The antifreeze / anti-corrosion concen-
tration in the coolant is checked
\4The addition of a concentrated clean-
ing agent to the water in the windshield
washer system
\4Battery check
\4A tire change
You will find information about diesel fuel
for use at low outside temperatures in the
“Technical data” section (\2page 360).
Please also observe the information about
winter driving (\2page 235).Always use winter tires at temperatures
below 45°F (7°C) and whenever wintry
road conditions prevail. Winter tires should
be of the same size and type construction
as the summer tires.
Winter tires should also be operated as
printed on the tire and loading information
placard, refer to "Tires and wheels"
(\2page 199). Not all M+S rated radial-ply
tires provide special winter performance.
Make sure the tires you use show M+S and
the mountain/snowflake marking.on
the tire side wall. These tires meet specific
snow traction performance requirements
of the Rubber Manufacturers Association
(RMA) and the Rubber Association of Can-
ada (RAC) and have been designed specif-
ically for use in snow conditions. Use of
winter tires is the only way to achieve the
maximum effectiveness of the ABS, BAS,
ASR and ESP
® in winter operation.
For safe handling, make sure all winter
tires mounted are of the same make and
have the same tread design.Always observe the speed rating of the
winter tires installed on your vehicle. If the
maximum speed for which your tires are
rated is below the speed rating of your ve-
hicle, you must place a notice to this effect
where it will be seen by the driver. Such no-
tices are available at your tire dealer or any
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
\1Reactivate the tire pressure monitor.
While studded tires improve performance
on ice, skid and traction capability on wet
or dry surfaces may be poorer than that of
non-studded tires. Some states prohibit
studded tires; therefore, local laws should
be checked before using these tire types.
Winter tires
Warning
G
Winter tires with a tread depth under 1/6 in
(4 mm) must be replaced. They are no long-
er suitable for winter operation.

235 Operation
Winter driving
4
Drive with particular care on icy roads.
Avoid sudden acceleration, steering move-
ments and braking.If it seems likely that the vehicle is about to
enter a skid or cannot be stopped at a low
speed:
\4Move the selector lever to position N.
\4Try to maintain control of the vehicle
using light corrective steering.
Road salt may adversely affect braking ef-
ficiency. It may therefore be necessary to
apply the brakes more forcefully in order to
achieve the same braking force as normal.
Apply the brakes regularly when making
longer journeys on gritted or salted roads.
This will have the effect of restoring the
brakes to their normal level of perfor-
mance.
When stopping the vehicle after traveling
on roads that have been salted, check that
the brakes are fully functional before pro-
ceeding further.
Warning
G
If you use your spare tire when winter tires
are fitted on the other wheels, be aware that
the difference in tire characteristics may im-
pair turning stability and overall driving sta-
bility may be reduced. Adapt your driving
style accordingly.
Have the spare tire replaced with a winter
tire at the nearest authorized Sprinter Deal-
er.iWhen they have been removed, store
wheels and tires in a cool, dry, and if
possible dark place. Protect the tires
from oil, grease, and gasoline / diesel.
Driving in winterWarning
G
Downshifting to brake could cause the drive
wheels to lose grip on a slippery surface due
to the increased difference in speed be-
tween the engine and the drive wheels at
this time.
Do not downshift for additional engine brak-
ing on a slippery surface. Use the service
brake in accordance with road conditions.
Only downshift to a lower gear when travel-
ing at a low engine speed.

237 Operation
Maintenance and servicing
4
\3 Maintenance and servicing
Mechanical elements and the lubricants
used for them must be carefully matched.
For this reason, only brands tested and ap-
proved by the manufacturer should be
used. Please contact your Sprinter Dealer
to obtain the necessary information. No lu-
bricant additives should be used.
The use of such additives could affect your
warranty rights. Information is available
from any authorized Sprinter Dealer.
For specifications of engine oils, coolant
and brake fluid, see "Service products and
capacities" (\2page 355) and contact your
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Observe the information on spare parts in
the “Technical data” section
(\2page 352).
Warning
G
Before carrying out maintenance operations
and repairs, please make sure that you read
the relevant sections of the technical docu-
mentation, such as:
\4Operating instructions and workshop in-
formation
Familiarize yourself in advance in particular
with legal requirements, such as:
\4Safety at work and accident prevention
regulations.
You may otherwise fail to recognize dangers
and could injure yourself or others.
When working underneath the vehicle, you
must place the vehicle on stands with suffi-
cient load-bearing capacity.
Never use the vehicle jack instead. There is
a risk that the vehicle jack could give way
and the vehicle could drop, seriously injuring
yourself or others, or causing damage to
property.
The jack is only designed to raise the vehicle
for a short time.
Always have the maintenance work carried
out and checked at an authorized Sprinter
Dealer which has the necessary specialist
knowledge and tools to carry out the work
required.
The manufacturer recommends that you use
an authorized Sprinter Dealer for this pur-
pose. In particular, work relevant to safety
or on safety-related systems must be car-
ried out at an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Service products

238 OperationMaintenance and servicing
4
ASSYST, the A
ctive S
ervice Syst
em, in-
forms you when the next service is due.
A service that is due is displayed about a
month or 1900 miles (3000 km) in ad-
vance. A message is then displayed while
the vehicle is in motion or the ignition is
switched on.
Service due date display
Vehicles with steering wheel buttons
The following messages may be displayed:
\49
Service A in .. days
\49
Service A in .. miles
(km)
\49
Service A due now
The letters
A or
B indicate the type of ser-
vice that is due.
Warning
G
If handled incorrectly, service products can
constitute a health risk for people and an en-
vironmental hazard.
Always observe relevant guidelines for han-
dling, storing and disposing of service prod-
ucts.
Active Service System (ASSYST)*!
CAUTION
Periods when the battery is disconnect-
ed will not be recorded by ASSYST. To
make sure that you have the vehicle
serviced at the correct time, you should
therefore subtract periods when the
battery is disconnected from the days
shown.
The service indicator does not provide
information about the engine oil level.
The service indicator should not, there-
fore, be confused with theP engine
oil level display.
iThe service due date is displayed in
days or kilometers, depending on the
total distance driven.
The time between the individual service
due dates depends on your style of
driving. You can increase this by:
\4driving with care and at a moderate
engine speed
\4avoiding short journeys where the
engine does not reach the operat-
ing temperature

239 Operation
Maintenance and servicing
4
Vehicles without steering wheel buttons
The following messages may be displayed:
\49 for service A
\4´ for service B
The following are also shown, depending
on the style of driving:
\4the remaining distance in kilometers,
e.g.
1900 miles
(3000 km
)
\4the remaining time in days, e.g.
30 days
.
Missing the service due date
An authorized Sprinter Dealer, can reset
the service indicator when the service has
been carried out.Vehicles with steering wheel buttons*
If you have missed the service due date,
one of the following messages appears in
the display:
\49
Service A overdue by .. days

\49
Service A overdue by .. miles
(km)
A signal also sounds.
Vehicles without steering wheel buttons
If you have missed the service due date,
the following symbol flashes in the display
for 10 seconds after the ignition is
switched on:
\49 for service A
\4´ for service B
You will also see a minus sign before the
service due date.Calling up the service due date
\1Switch on the ignition (\2page 67).
The display is activated.
Vehicles with steering wheel buttons*
\1Press the è or ÿ button on the
steering wheel repeatedly until you see
the standard display (\2page 89) .
\1Press the j or k button on the
steering wheel repeatedly until you see
the following in the display, for exam-
ple:
\49
Service A in .. days
\49
Service A in .. miles
(km)
The letters
A or
B indicate the type of
service that is due.
!
CAUTION
If you fail to have the specified service
carried out, you could be in breach of
relevant regulations and warranty and
goodwill settlements could be invali-
dated.
\2\2

240 OperationMaintenance and servicing
4
Vehicles without steering wheel buttons
\1Press the menu button on the in-
strument cluster repeatedly until you
see the following in the display:
\49 for service A
\4´ for service B
The following are also shown, depend-
ing on the style of driving:
\4the remaining distance in miles (kilo-
meters)
\4the remaining time in daysAn increased amount of sand or dust may
collect in the air cleaner when you drive on
dusty or sandy roads.
Air cleaner in the roof in the rear compart-
ment1Cover
2RecessesFor this reason, check the air cleaner reg-
ularly for visible damage.
Removing the air cleaner element
\1Carefully pry cover1 out of
recesses2 and remove it.
\1Remove the filter mat.
Cleaning the filter mat
\1Wash the filter mat with clean water.
\1Leave the filter mat to dry.
Installing the air cleaner element
\1Insert the filter mat.
\1Attach cover1.Air cleaner for the air-conditioning
system in the rear compartment*!
CAUTION
You must clean visible dirt from the air
cleaner or replace it if necessary. The
dirt can otherwise damage the air con-
ditioning, which is not covered by war-
ranty.
!
CAUTION
The filter mat must not be cleaned or
dried in a machine.

273 Practical hints
What to do if ...
5
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The red battery charge warning
lamp lights up while the engine is
running.
WARNING
G
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. Consult
the nearest authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
If it is not damaged:
\1Have your vehicle checked at an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.

The battery is malfunctioning.
\1Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so.
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Contact a breakdown service, an au-
thorized Sprinter Dealer.
2
The yellow brake pad wear indica-
tor lamp lights up after the engine
is started or while the vehicle is in
motion.
WARNING
G
The brake pads / linings have reached their
wear limit.
\1Have the brake pads / linings replaced
as soon as possible at an authorized
Sprinter Dealer.
Problem
Possible cause / result
Suggested solutions

351
6 *Technical data
Genuine Sprinter parts ......... 352
Vehicle electronics ......... 354
Service products and capacities ......... 355
Rims and tires ......... 367
Tire inflation pressure ......... 369
Lashing points and carrier systems ......... 371
Vehicle identification labels ......... 373

355 *Technical data
Service products and capacities
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\3 Service products and capacitiesService products are:
\4fuels
\4lubricants (e.g. engine oils, transmis-
sion oils, hydraulic fluids, greases)
\4antifreeze additives, coolant
\4brake fluid
Service products are tested for suitability
in our assemblies. Approved service prod-
ucts meet the highest quality standards.
For this reason, only use service products
that have been approved for your vehicle.
This is an important condition for warranty
claims to be upheld. Information about ap-
proved service products is available from
all authorized Sprinter Dealers.
You will find details about windshield
washer fluid in the “Operation” section
(\2page 193).
It is neither necessary nor permissible to
mix special additives with approved ser-
vice products (except for approved fuel ad-
ditives). Therefore, special additives must
not be mixed with fuels or lubricants. The properties of the service products could be
adversely affected by special additives and
result in damage to the assemblies.
The vehicle operator is responsible at all
times for any use of special additives. The
use of special additives may result in a lim-
itation or an invalidation of your warranty
entitlement.
Warning
G
Failure to use fluids and lubricants which
meet the standards and specifications de-
scribed in this booklet or failure to adhere to
the specified replacement intervals may re-
sult in damage to safety/ and/or emissions-
related systems of your vehicle, such as the
brake system, which could cause an acci-
dent and/or serious injury to you and oth-
ers.
Use only fluids and lubricants meeting the
standards and specifications and adhere to
specified replacement intervals.
!
CAUTION
Damage caused by the use of non-ap-
proved service products is not covered
by the Sprinter warranty.
Warning
G
Service products constitute a health hazard.
They contain toxic and highly corrosive con-
stituents.
For this reason, bear the following points in
mind to avoid injury to yourself and others:
\4Do not inhale fumes. Make sure that en-
closed spaces are adequately ventilated
to prevent poisoning.
\4Service products must not come into
contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. If
contact is made with a service product,
clean the affected areas of skin with wa-
ter and soap to prevent burns and other
injuries.
\2\2