remote control DODGE SPRINTER 2008 2.G User Guide

240 Controls in detailAuxiliary heating/ventilation*
3
\1To switch the auxiliary heating on:

press button
2
.
Indicator lamp1
lights up briefly.
\1To switch the auxiliary heating
off:
press button
3
.
Indicator lamp
1
lights up briefly.
The auxiliary heating operates for
around a further 2 minutes and then
switches off automatically.
Synchronizing the remote control
\1
Press and hold the
ö
switch for
more than 10 seconds:
The red indicator lamp in the
ö

switch remains lit until it is released.
Afterward, the red indicator lamp in
the
ö
switch flashes. The system
is activated for synchronizing.
\1
Press button
2
on the remote con-
trol.
The indicator lamp in the
ö

switch stops flashing and goes out.
The remote control and the control
panel are synchronized.
Selecting a switch-on timeYou can use the operating system to de-
fine up to 3 switch-on times, one of
which can be selected to switch on the
auxiliary heating / ventilation.
iChange the batteries immediately if
indicator lamp
1
does not
light up
briefly each time a button is pressed
(
\2
page 541).
iIf you press button
3
on the remote
control during the first 3 seconds of
synchronization process, only this re-
mote control will be synchronized
with the clock.
Any other remote control units that
were synchronized will be cleared.
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445 Practical hints
What to do if ...
5
Remote controlWarning
G
Always have maintenance work carried
out at an authorized Sprinter Dealer
Continued
Warning (Continued)
G
which has the necessary specialist knowl-
edge and tools to carry out the work re-
quired.
The manufacturer recommends that you
use an authorized Sprinter Dealer for this
purpose.
Continued
Warning (Continued)
G
I n p a r t i c u l a r , w o r k r e l e v a n t t o s a f e t y o r o n
safety-related systems must be carried
out at an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
There is a risk of an accident and injury if
this work is carried out incorrectly.
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446 Practical hintsWhat to do if ...
5
Problem
Possible cause / result
Suggested solutions
It is no longer possible to lock the vehicle us-
ing the remote control.
The turn signals do not flash when the vehicle
is locked.
The doors are not closed properly.
\1Close the doors properly and lock the
vehicle again.
The central locking system has malfunctioned.
\1Lock the vehicle using the key
(\2page 88).
\1Have the central locking system
checked as soon as possible at an au-
thorized Sprinter Dealer.
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447 Practical hints
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It is no longer possible to lock or unlock the
vehicle using the remote control.
The remote control batteries are weak or dis-
charged.
\1Point the remote control towards the
driver’s door handle at close range and
try again.
If this does not work:
\1Lock or unlock the vehicle using the key
(\2page 88).
\1Check the batteries of the remote
control (\2page 86). Change the
batteries if necessary (\2page 540).
The remote control is malfunctioning.
\1Lock or unlock the vehicle using the key
(\2page 88).
\1Have the remote control checked at an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Problem
Possible cause / result
Suggested solutions
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The battery check lamp on the remote control
does not light up briefly when a button is
pressed.
The remote control batteries are discharged.
\1Change the batteries (\2page 540).
You have lost a remote control.
\1Have the remote control canceled at an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
\1Report the loss immediately to the
vehicle insurers.
Your authorized Sprinter Dealer will be hap-
py to obtain a replacement for you.
Problem
Possible cause / result
Suggested solutions
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454 Practical hintsWhat to do if ...
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Problem
Possible cause / result
Suggested solutions
The battery check lamp on the remote control
for the auxiliary heating does not light up
briefly when a button is pressed.
The remote control batteries are discharged.
\1Change the remote control batteries
(\2page 541).
The auxiliary heating does not switch on or the
engine does not start.
Lack of fuel.
The fuel tank is less than a quarter full. The aux-
iliary heating switches off automatically.
\1Refuel at the nearest refueling station.
\1Then start the auxiliary heating repeat-
edly until the fuel lines are full.
The undervoltage protection circuit integrated
in the control unit switches off the auxiliary
heating because the on-board voltage is less
than 10 V.
\1If necessary, have the alternator and
the battery checked.
The fuse has blown.
\1Replace the fuse (\2page 589).
\1Have the cause of the blown fuse
checked at an authorized Sprinter Deal-
er.
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539 Practical hints
Changing the batteries
5
\3 Changing the batteriesIf the remote control batteries (remote
keyless entry) are discharged, you will
only be able to lock and unlock the vehi-
cle manually using the key.
If the batteries in the auxiliary heating
remote control are discharged, you will
only be able to switch the auxiliary heat-
ing on or off using the auxiliary heating /
heater booster switch inside the vehicle
(\2
page 238).
It is advisable to have the batteries
changed at an authorized Sprinter Deal-
er.
Warning
G
Keep batteries away from children.
Consult a doctor immediately if a battery
is swallowed.
Dispose of used batteries in an environ-
mentally responsible manner.
Danger of explosion if the battery is not
correctly replaced.
Replacements should always be either of
the same type or one which has been rec-
ommended by the manufacturer.
Environmental note
H
Batteries contain materials that can harm
the environment if disposed of improper-
ly. Recycling of batteries is the preferred
method of disposal. Many states require
sellers of batteries to accept old batteries
for recycling.
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540 Practical hintsChanging the batteries
5
You need two CR 2025 3 V cell batteries
or equivalent.
Do not touch the battery contact surfac-
es.
1Battery cover
2Release button for mechaniocal key\1
Release the mechanical key by
pressing the release button
2
.
\1
Remove the battery cover
1
.
iAlways replace all the batteries at
the same time. Suitable batteries are
available from an authorized Sprinter
Dealer. You can also have the batter-
ies changed there and return used
batteries.
Remote control
(remote keyless entry)iWhen inserting the batteries, make
sure that they are clean and lint-free.!
CAUTION
Do not operate the remote control
while the battery is being replaced.
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541 Practical hints
Changing the batteries
5
\1
Remove the battery and install a new
one (note correct polarity; positive
terminal up).
\1
Press battery cover
1
until it snaps
into place.
\1
Check the function of all remote con-
trol buttons on vehicle.You need three Micro / AAA / LR03 bat-
teries or equivalent.
1Battery cover
2Batteries
\1
Remove battery cover
1
using a
suitable implement, for example a
key, and put it to one side.
\1
Remove old batteries
2
.
\1
Insert three new batteries
2
. Ob-
serve the plus and minus signs in the
remote control.
\1
Slide battery cover
1
onto the re-
mote control as illustrated.
\1
Check the auxiliary heating functions
on the vehicle using the remote control.
Auxiliary heating remote control*
N83.00-2062-31
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639 Index
stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 587
trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
working on the vehicle . . . . . . . . 207Auxiliary heating
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
heater booster function . . . . . . . 234
malfunctions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 453
with water heater
changing the remote control
batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 541
remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
selecting a switch-on time . . . 240
setting the switch-on time . . . 242
B
Bar
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394
BASsee Brake AssistBatteryauxiliary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 577
charge indicator lamp . . . . . . . . 469
check lamp (auxiliary heating
remote control) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
display message . . . . . . . . . . . . 497
in the auxiliary heating remote
control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 541
in the engine compartment . . . . 577
in the key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540
indicator lamp (key) . . . . . . . . . . . 86
isolating switch . . . . . . . . . 338
,339
recharging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 579
reconnecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 580
removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 578safety notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
starter battery
disconnecting . . . . . . . . . . . . 575
Bead
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394
Belt force limiters
. . . . . . . . . . . . .44
Bi-xenon headlamps
. . . . . . . . . . 527
driving abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
Body builder guideline
. . . . . . . . . .11
Bottle holdersee Cup holdersBrake Assist (BAS)
. . . . . . . . . . . . .71
display message . . . . . . . . 500
–501
indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . 462,465
malfunction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 465
Brake fluid
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 617
checking the brake fluid level . . 331
display message . . . . . . . . . . . . 498
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