engine DODGE SPRINTER 2008 2.G Owners Manual

5 Introduction
Environmental protection
Introduction
\3 Environmental protectionEnvironmental note
H
Chrysler’s declared policy is one of compre-
hensive environmental protection.The objectives are for the natural resourc-
es which form the basis of our existence
on this planet to be used sparingly and in
a manner which takes the requirements
of both nature and humanity into ac-
count.You too can contribute to environmental
protection by operating your vehicle in an
environmentally-responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and engine, transmis-
sion, brake and tire wear depend on the
two following factors:
\4Operating conditions of your vehicle
\4Your personal driving style
You can influence both factors.
Observe the following notes:
Operating conditions
\4Avoid driving short distances as this
increases fuel consumption.
\4Make sure that the tire pressures are
always correct.
\4Do not carry any unnecessary weight
in / on the vehicle.
\4Keep an eye on the vehicle’s fuel con-
sumption.
\4Remove roof racks once you no long-
er need them.
\4A regularly serviced vehicle will con-
tribute to environmental protection.
You should therefore adhere to the
specified service intervals.
\4Always have maintenance work car-
ried out at an authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
\2\2
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6 IntroductionEnvironmental protection
In this manual, whenever you see in-
structions to discard materials, you
should first attempt to reclaim and recy-
cle them. To preserve our environment,
follow appropriate environmental rules
and regulations when disposing of mate-
rials.
Personal driving style
\4Do not depress the accelerator pedal
when starting the engine.
\4Do not warm up the engine when the
vehicle is stationary.
\4Adopt an anticipatory style of driving
and keep a sufficient distance from
other vehicles.
\4Avoid frequent, sudden acceleration.
\4Switch off the engine in stationary
traffic.
Environmental concerns and
recommendations
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7 Introduction
Operating safety
Operating safetyWarning
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Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components contain
or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth de-
fects or other reproductive harm.
In addition, certain fluids contained in ve-
hicles, and certain products of compo-
nent wear, contain chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
Warning
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Work carried out incorrectly on electronic
equipment and its software could cause
the equipment to stop working. The elec-
tronic systems are networked with each
other via interfaces. Tampering with the
electronic systems may also cause mal-
functions in systems that have not been
modified. These malfunctions, however,
can jeopardize the operating safety of
your vehicle and therefore put your own
safety at considerable risk.
Continued
Warning (Continued)
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Other work carried out incorrectly or
modifications to the vehicle could also
jeopardize operating safety.Some safety systems only function while
the engine is running. Therefore, you
should not switch off the engine while
driving.
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9 Introduction
Operating safety
The manufacturer warrants to the origi-
nal and each subsequent owner of a
Mercedes-Benz heavy-duty on highway
diesel engine that:
(1) the engine was designed, built and
equipped so as to conform at the
time of sale with the applicable regu-
lations adopted by the Federal Envi-
ronmental Protection Agency, and
(2) the emission control system of such
engine is free from defects in materi-
als and workmanship which would
cause it not to conform with those
regulations for a period of use of five years or 100000 miles (160000 km)
or 3000 hours of engine operation,
whichever occurs first.
The Owner’s Warranty Information Book
contains detailed information about the
warranties covering your Sprinter Vehi-
cle.
The manufacturer may instruct its au-
thorized Sprinter Dealer to carry out
technical inspections on certain vehicles
to improve their quality or safety.
If you did not purchase your vehicle from
an authorized dealership and your vehi-
cle has not yet been inspected at an au-thorized Sprinter Dealer, there is a
possibility that your vehicle has not been
registered in your name with the manu-
facturer. The manufacturer will only be
able to inform you about vehicle inspec-
tions if the manufacturer is in posses-
sion of your registration data.
It is advisable to have your vehicle regis-
tered at an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Inf orm the ma nuf a ctu re r a s s oon as pos -
sible if your address has changed or
there has been a change of vehicle own-
er.Service and warranty information
Registering your vehicle
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10 IntroductionOperating safetyDo not allow the electronically stored to-
tal distance covered by your vehicle to
be modified as a result of tampering with
the electronics system.
This type of modification or failing to in-
form the buyer when selling the vehicle
could constitute an offense punishable
by law, depending on the country con-
cerned.Having the engine power output of your
vehicle increased by tampering with the
electronic engine management system
will invalidate the vehicle’s general oper-
ating permit and insurance coverage, as
well as your warranty and warranty enti-
tlement.
Modifications to the output of the engine
must be reported to the insurance pro-
vider and require the vehicle to be recer-
tified. The tires, chassis, brake and
cooling systems must be adapted to the
increased engine power output.Tampering with the electronic engine
management system modifies emission
values and it will not be possible to guar-
antee the operating safety of the engine
in every case. Increases in performance
may lead to malfunctions and conse-
quential damage to other assemblies.
If you sell the vehicle, failing to inform
the buyer of the modified engine power
output could constitute an offense pun-
ishable by law, depending on the country
concerned.Digital speedometer and total
distance recorder
Modifying the engine power out-
put
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12 IntroductionOperating safetyBody builders and dealers who make any
modifications which may affect the final
certification of the engine, vehicle or
equipment assume the sole responsibil-
ity for the vehicle, including labeling and
documentation, affected by their modifi-
cations.
It is their responsibility to certify that the
altered vehicle conforms to all applica-
ble standards and regulations affected
by the vehicle alteration or continues to
comply with the motor vehicle safety
standards and emissions regulations.
They are responsible for ensuring that
modifications or equipment installation
does not affect the safety of the vehicle.The manufacturer is not responsible for
any final certification or claims regard-
ing product liability, or warranty claims,
which result from any component, as-
sembly, or system being altered, or
which cause non-compliance with any of
the emission control standards or motor
vehicle safety standards, or which would
otherwise cause the vehicle to be or be-
come defective or unsafe.
The manufacturer does not assume the
responsibility as the final stage manu-
facturer or the consequential product li-
ability.
Warning
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Any modifications or alterations of the
Sprinter vehicle not in compliance with
the Sprinter Body Builder Guideline and
the Sprinter Operator’s Manual may seri-
ously inhibit its roadworthiness and safe-
ty and may lead to an accident resulting
in serious personal injury or death.
Consult the Sprinter Body Builder Guide-
line and the Sprinter Operator’s Manual
prior to initiating any alterations or modi-
fications.
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21 At a glance
Instrument cluster
1
Function
Page
1
Instrument cluster on ve-
hicles without steering
wheel buttons
142
2
Instrument cluster on ve-
hicles with steering wheel
buttons*
142
3
On vehicles without
steering wheel but-
tons:\4
Changes the
standard display
\4
Selects menus
148
4
On vehicles with
steering wheel but-
tons*:
Checks the engine
oil level
157
5
Reset button
142
6
Speedometer with:
145
Indicator and warning
lamps
22
7
Indicator and warning
lamps
22
Function
Page
Function
Page
8
Display on vehicles with-
out steering wheel but-
tons
148
9
Display on vehicles with
steering wheel buttons*
157
a
Tachometer with:
145
Indicator and warning
lamps
22
b
Instrument lighting
brighter /
dimmer
144
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23 At a glance
Instrument cluster
1
Brake fluid level too
low
463
EBV malfunction
462
Malfunction in trailer's
brake booster
464
N
Engine oil level warning
as47
1
±
Engine diagnostic
indicator lamp
477
q
Pre-glow system, die-
sel engine only
186
476
Turn signal, left
135
Indicator and Warning Lamps
Page
Indicator and warning lamps
Page
X
Combination low tire
pressure/TPMS mal-
function telltale, USA
only
478
Low tire pressure tell-
tale, Canada only
478
J
Windshield washer/
headlamp cleaning sys-
tem* washer fluid level
too low
482
Door open
483
2
Brake pads / linings
worn
470
Turn signal, right
135
-
ABS malfunction
466
k
ASR malfunction
465
BAS malfunction
465
#
ESP
® malfunction
468
‰
Air cleaner dirty
477
A
Reserve fuel
475
Fuel filler flap open
476
Indicator and warning lamps
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29 At a glance
Switch units
1
Switch unit between the light switch and
the steering wheelAdditional switch units
N54.25-2913-31
Function
Page
³
Switches the heater
booster function*
on/off
234
ö
³
Switches auxiliary
heating*on/off
238
Switches the heater
booster function*
on/off
234
Adjusts the working
engine speed*
275
Switches the operating
speed governor*
on/off
273
Ventilates the load
compartment,
air in/air out*
247
iThe layout of the switches may vary,
depending on the vehicle’s equip-
ment.
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41 Safety
Occupant safety
2
\1To raise the belt height:
slide belt
sash guide
1
upward.
Belt sash guide1
engages in vari-
ous positions.
\1To lower the belt height:
press and
hold release button
5
.
\1
Slide belt sash guide
1
to the de-
sired height.
\1
Let go of release button
5
and
make sure that belt sash guide
1

engages.The SRS (S
upplemental R
estraint S
ys-
tem) may consist of the following com-
ponents, depending on the equipment
level:
\41
warning lamp
\4
Emergency tensioning retractors
\4
Belt force limiters
\4
Airbag system with:\4
Airbag control unit
\4
Airbags
1
warning lamp
The SRS performs a self-test at regular
intervals when the ignition is switched
on and while the engine is running. Mal-
functions can therefore be detected in
good time.
The
1
warning lamp in the instru-
ment cluster (
\2
page 20) comes on for
approximately 4 seconds when you
switch on the ignition.
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
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