DODGE SPRINTER 2008 2.G Owners Manual

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The coolant temperature gauge is above
250°F (+120°C).
The coolant is too hot and the engine is not be-
ing sufficiently cooled.
\1Park your vehicle in a safe location as
quickly as possible and let the engine
continue to run at idle speed for about
1 to 2 minutes before switching it off.
This allows the coolant temperature to
return to normal again.
If the coolant temperature is still too high:
\1Switch off the engine and let it as well
as the coolant cool down.
\1Check the coolant level and observe the
warning notes as you do so
(\2page 329).
\1Add coolant as necessary.
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Automatic transmissionWarning
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Always have maintenance work carried
out at an authorized Sprinter Dealer
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Warning (Continued)
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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.
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Warning (Continued)
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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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The transmission no longer changes gear cor-
rectly.
The transmission is losing oil.
\1Have the transmission checked imme-
diately at an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
The acceleration ability is deteriorating.
The transmission does not shift.
The transmission is in emergency mode.
It is only possible to shift into second gear or re-
verse gear.
\1Stop the vehicle.
\1Move the selector lever to positionP.
\1Switch off the engine.
\1Wait at least 10 seconds before restart-
ing the engine.
\1Move the selector lever to positionD or
R.
\1In positionD, the transmission shifts
into second gear; in positionR, the
transmission shifts into the reverse
gear.
\1Have the transmission checked imme-
diately at an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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Headlamps and turn signalsWarning
G
Always have maintenance work carried
out at an authorized Sprinter Dealer
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Warning (Continued)
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which has the necessary specialist knowl-
edge and tools to carry out the work required.The manufacturer recommends that you
use an authorized Sprinter Dealer for this
purpose.
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Warning (Continued)
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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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The headlamps are fogged up on the inside.
Air humidity is very high.
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Drive with the lights on.
The headlamps will defrost after the vehicle
has been driven a short distance.
Moisture has penetrated the headlamp housing since
it is not water-tight.
\1
Have the headlamps checked at an autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer.
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Windshield wipersWarning
G
Always have maintenance work carried
out at an authorized Sprinter Dealer
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Warning (Continued)
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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.
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Warning (Continued)
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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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The windshield wipers are jammed.
Leaves or snow, for example, are hindering the
movement of the windshield wipers.
The wiper motor has switched off.
\1Stop the vehicle as soon as possible
and, for safety reasons, remove the key
from the ignition lock.
\1Remove the cause of the obstruction.
\1Switch on the windshield wipers again.
The windshield wipers have stopped working
completely.
The windshield wiper drive has malfunctioned.
\1Select a different wiper speed on the
combination switch.
\1Have the windshield wipers checked at
an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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Remote controlWarning
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Always have maintenance work carried
out at an authorized Sprinter Dealer
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Warning (Continued)
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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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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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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.
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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.
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