check engine DODGE SPRINTER 2008 2.G Service Manual

500 Practical hintsDisplay messages
5
k
Visit
workshop
WARNING
G
ASR has been deactivated due to a malfunc-
tion. Cruise control is also switched off as a
result.
The engine power output may then be lower.
\1Continue driving, but with even greater
care.
\1Have the system checked at an authorized
Sprinter Dealer as soon as possible.
WARNING
G
BAS has been deactivated due to a malfunc-
tion.
The brake system continues to function with
the normal braking effect but with no elec-
tronic support.
\1Continue driving, but with even greater
care.
\1Have the system checked at an authorized
Sprinter Dealer as soon as possible.
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502 Practical hintsDisplay messages
5
Z
Coolant
Stop, turn engine
off
The coolant temperature is too high.
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
If the vehicle is switched off after being
subjected to extreme loads (for example driving
in mountainous terrain, trailer towing, etc.), this
message may be displayed when the ignition is
switched on or the engine is restarted. Run the
engine for approximately 1 minute at idling
speed.
Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer if the
message remains displayed.
H
Coolant
Check level
The coolant level is too low.
Never run the engine if the coolant level is
too low. The engine could overheat and be
damaged.
\1Add coolant (\2page 329).
\1If you are having to add coolant frequently,
have the cooling system checked at an au-
thorized Sprinter Dealer.
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508 Practical hintsDisplay messages
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N
Engine oil level
Stop, turn engine
off
There is insufficient or no oil in the engine.
There is a risk of engine damage.
\1Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so.
\1Switch off the engine.
\1Check the engine oil level using the dipstick
(\2page 326).
\1If the oil level is correct, have the malfunc-
tion rectified immediately at an authorized
Sprinter Dealer.
\1If there is insufficient or no oil in the engine,
have the vehicle towed to an authorized
Sprinter Dealer.
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509 Practical hints
Display messages
5
N
Engine oil level
Check
oil level
The engine oil level has dropped to a critical
level.
\1Check the engine oil level (\2page 323)
and add oil as necessary.
\1Have the engine checked for possible leaks
if you are having to add engine oil more fre-
quently than normal.
Engine oil
Add
1.0 quart(Canada:
liter
)
The engine oil level is too low.
\1Check the engine oil level (\2page 326) the
next time you refuel and add oil if neces-
sary.
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510 Practical hintsDisplay messages
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N
Engine oil level
Reduce
oil level
You have added too much engine oil. There
is a risk of damage to the engine or the cat-
alytic converter.
\1Check the engine oil level and have any ex-
cess oil siphoned off at the nearest refuel-
ing station (\2page 328).
The engine or the catalytic converter could be
damaged.
\1If the oil level is correct, have the malfunc-
tion rectified as soon as possible at an au-
thorized Sprinter Dealer.
Oil sensor
Visit
workshop
The measuring system is malfunctioning.
\1Have the measuring system checked at an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Engine oil level
Not when eng.
running
You are attempting to check the engine oil
level even though the engine is running.
\1Switch off the engine.
\1Check the engine oil level (\2page 322).
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544 Practical hintsFuel system
5
\1
Drain the fuel filter again if the
/
indicator lamp remains lit.If the fuel tank on a vehicle with diesel
engine has been run dry, there is a pos-
sibility that the engine may not start im-
mediately after refueling because air
may remain in the fuel system.
After refueling:
\1
Switch on the ignition for approxi-
mately 10 seconds.
\1
Start the engine repeatedly for no
more than 60 seconds until it runs
smoothly.
If the engine does not start:
\1
Wait approximately 2 minutes.
\1
Then start the engine repeatedly
again for no more than 60 seconds
until it runs smoothly.
If this attempt also fails, do not continue
to start the engine. Consult an autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer.
Environmental note
H
Have the drained liquid disposed of at an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.!
CAUTION
If the
/
indicator lamp remains
lit even after draining for the second
time, have the cause checked imme-
diately at an authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
Bleeding the fuel systemiToo many attempts to start the en-
gine could drain the battery.
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548 Practical hintsFlat tire
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\1
Park the vehicle as far away as pos-
sible from traffic and on a level, firm,
and non-slip surface.
\1
Switch on the hazard warning lamps.
\1
Apply the handbrake.
\1
Engage first gear or reverse gear or
move the selector lever to
position
P.
\1
Any passengers should leave the ve-
hicle, ensuring that they are not en-
dangered as they do so.
\1
Place the warning triangle or hazard
warning lamps at a suitable distance.
Observe legal requirements.Preparing the vehicle
Changing a wheelWarning
G
To avoid the risk of causing serious or fa-
tal injury, or damage to the vehicle, please
bear the following points in mind:The jack is only designed to raise the ve-
hicle for a short time when changing a
wheel.Position the jack under the appropriate
jacking point only (\2page 551). Check
that the jack is correctly seated under the
jacking point before raising the vehicle.The jack must be placed on a firm, flat sur-
face only.
Continued
Warning (Continued)
G
Before raising the vehicle, also secure it
against rolling away, for example using
chocks or similar. Never release the hand-
brake while the vehicle is raised. Make
sure that the distance between the under-
side of the tires and the ground does not
exceed 1.2 in (3 cm). The vehicle could
slip or topple off the jack.Do not reach under the raised vehicle with
your hands or feet.Do not start the engine and avoid creating
other vibrations while the vehicle is
jacked up. The vehicle could slip off the
jack.
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583 Practical hints
Jump-starting
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1Positive terminal of jump-starting con-
nection point (under cover)
2Positive terminal of donor battery
3Negative terminal of donor battery
4Ground contact of own vehicle
(negative terminal of your own battery)
\1
Run the other vehicle’s engine at
idling speed.
\1
Connect negative terminal
3
of the
donor battery to ground contact
4

of your own vehicle.
Start with the donor battery.
\1
Start the engine.
\1
Disconnect the jumper cable from
negative terminal
3
of the battery
and ground contact 4
first, then
from positive terminal 2
of the bat-
tery and jump-starting connection
point
1
.
The red protective cap springs back
to its initial position when the termi-
nal clamp is removed from the jump-
starting connection point.
\1
Have the battery checked at an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
iDo not connect the jumper cable to
the auxiliary battery* in the engine
compartment. This is not suitable for
jump-starting operations.
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614 *Technical dataService products and capacities
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For more information on diesel fuels
contact your authorized Sprinter Dealer. Diesel fuels for use at very low tem-
peratures Only use commercially available vehicu-
lar ULTRA-LOW SULFUR DIESEL FUEL
(15 ppm SULFUR MAXIMUM).To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with
improved cold flow characteristics is of-
fered in the winter months. Check with
your fuel retailer.
At very low temperatures the fluidity of
No. 2 diesel fuel may become insuffi-
cient due to paraffin separation. For this
reason the vehicle comes equipped with
a fuel preheater. It permits trouble-free
engine operation to a temperature of ap-
proximately 14 °F (–10 °C).
At temperatures below 14 °F (–10 °C) a
certain quantity of fuel flow improver
may be added. These substances may
only be mixed within the vehicle’s fuel
tank.Engine power may drop according to the
proportion of fuel flow improver. For this
reason, keep the percentage of fuel flow
improver to the minimum necessitated
by the ambient temperature.
Adding kerosene to diesel fuel is not rec-
ommended even at low temperatures.
iCommercially available vehicular
ULTRA-LOW SULFUR HIGHWAY DIE-
SEL FUEL may contain up to 5% bio
diesel. This proportion will not have
an effect on performance and wear.
!
CAUTION
Do not fill the tank with gasoline.
Do not mix diesel fuel with gasoline
or kerosene. The fuel system and en-
gine will otherwise be damaged,
which is not covered by the Sprinter
vehicle warranty.
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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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