MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2006 Service Manual
Manufacturer: MERCEDES-BENZ, Model Year: 2006, Model line: SPRINTER, Model: MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2006Pages: 2305, PDF Size: 48.12 MB
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6 Turn the ignition off.
Disconnect the CKP Sensor harness connector.
Disconnect the ECM harness connectors.
Remove the Engine Control Relay.
Connect a jumper wire between cavity 30 and cavity 87 of the Engine Control Relay
connector.
Turn the ignition on.
Measure the voltage of both CKP Sensor Signal circuits.
Is the voltage below 1.0 volt for both measurements?All
Ye s!Go To 7
No!Repair the CKP Sensor Signal circuit(s) for a short to voltage.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
7 Turn the ignition off.
Using the DRB lab scope, backprobe both of the CKP Sensor Signal circuits at the
ECM harness connector.
NOTE: Refer to Charts and Graphs to view a correct CKP Sensor signal.
Start the engine, if the engine will not start, crank the engine for several seconds
while monitoring the DRB.
Does the DRB display a steady clean CKP Signal pattern for both circuits?All
Ye s!Go To 8
No!Replace the Crankshaft Position Sensor.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
8 Turn the ignition off.
Inspect the CKP Sensor Shield circuit.
Were any problems found?All
Ye s!Repair the Shield circuit as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 9
9 Turn the ignition off.
Inspect the CKP Sensor for signs of damage or improper/loose attachment to the
engine.
Inspect the flywheel for excessive dirt contamination or tooth damage which can
cause improper CKP Sensor signal output.
Where any of these problems found?All
Ye s!Repair or replace as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Replace and program the Engine Control Module in accordance
with the Service Information.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
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P2045-CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT LOST SIGNAL Ð
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Symptom:
P2062-ENGINE OIL SENSOR MONITORING ERROR
POSSIBLE CAUSES
ENGINE OIL SENSOR
VERIFY THE CURRENT DTC
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1 Turn the ignition off.
Check the engine oil level. Add or remove as necessary to obtain proper engine oil
level.
Start the engine and allow it to reach operating temperature.
Test drive the vehicle.
With the DRBIIIt, read the ECM DTCs.
Did this DTC set again?All
Ye s!Replace the Engine Oil Sensor.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Test complete.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
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Symptom List:
P2066-MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR PLAUSIBILITY
P2355-EGR FLOW RATE IS TOO HIGH
P2355-EGR FLOW RATE IS TOO LOW
Test Note: All symptoms listed above are diagnosed using the same tests.
The title for the tests will be P2066-MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR
PLAUSIBILITY.
When Monitored and Set Condition:
P2066-MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR PLAUSIBILITY
When Monitored: With the engine running.
Set Condition: The ECM detects a rationality problem with the MAF Sensor or excessive
EGR flow.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
AIR FILTER
AIR RESTRICTION
CHECKING FOR AIR LEAKS
EGR ACTUATION - 1200 RPM
EGR VALVE
MAF SENSOR
MAF SENSOR READING - 3OOO RPM
INTERMITTENT CONDITION
EGR RESTRICTION
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1NOTE: If the ECM detects and stores a DTC, the ECM also stores the
engine/vehicle operating conditions under which the DTC was set. Some of
these conditions are displayed on the DRB at the same time the DTC is
displayed.
NOTE: Before erasing stored DTCs, record these conditions. Attempting to
duplicate these conditions may assist when checking for an active DTC.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRB, erase ECM DTCs.
Test drive the vehicle and monitor the DRB for ECM DTCs.
Did this DTC set again?All
Ye s!Go To 2
No!Go To 10
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2 Start and idle the engine.
With the DRBIIItin Sensors, read the MAF mg/strk and compare it to the MAF
SPEC mg/strk with the engine at idle.
NOTE: The MAF Sensor reading should be within 5% of the MAF Spec
reading.
Is the MAF Sensor reading within 5% of the MAF Spec?All
Ye s!Go To 3
No!Go To 7
3 Place the transmission in Park or Neutral for this test.
Start the engine and increase engine the engine speed to 3000 RPM.
With the DRBIIItin Sensors, read the MAF mg/strk and compare it to the MAF
SPEC mg/strk with the engine speed at 3000 RPM.
NOTE: The MAF Sensor reading should be within 5% of the MAF Spec
reading.
Is the MAF Sensor reading within 5% of the MAF Spec?All
Ye s!Go To 4
No!Go To 7
4NOTE: Inspect the complete exhaust system for restriction. Restrictions in
the exhaust system can cause improper EGR flow. Repair as necessary
Allow the engine to idle until the engine reaches operating temperature.
With the DRBIIIt, actuate the EGR Positioner with the engine idling.
NOTE: The EGR Positioner will actuate from 5% to 95%. With the engine
idling at approximately 680 RPM the MAF reading should switch a mini-
mum of 200 mg/strk between 5% and 95% of EGR actuation.
Note the MAF readings.
Does the MAF switch a minimum of 200 mg/strk between 5% and 95% of EGR
actuation?All
Ye s!Go To 5
No!Go To 6
5 Allow the engine to idle until the engine reaches operating temperature.
With the DRBIIIt, actuate the EGR Positioner with the engine speed at 1200 RPM.
NOTE: The EGR Positioner will actuate from 5% to 95%. With the engine
speed at approximately 1200 RPM the MAF reading should switch a mini-
mum of 200 mg/strk between 5% and 95% of EGR actuation.
Note the MAF readings.
Does the MAF switch a minimum of 200 mg/strk between 5% and 95% of EGR
actuation?All
Ye s!No problem found. Test complete.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 6
6 Turn the ignition off.
Remove the EGR valve and check the valve and flow passages for debris or other
restrictions.
Were any problems found?All
Ye s!Clean or repair as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Replace the EGR Valve.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
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7 Turn the ignition off.
Remove and inspect the Air Filter for soiling or excessive dirt and debris which may
cause air flow restriction.
Were any of these problems found?All
Ye s!Replace the Air Filter element.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 8
8NOTE: Inspect all air intake and turbocharger related tubes for damage,
restriction or poor connection. Any of these conditions can cause a this DTC
to set.
NOTE: Inspect the exhaust system and related tubes for damage, restriction
or poor connection. Any of these conditions can cause a this DTC to set.
Turn the ignition off.
Inspect the intake system, exhaust system and related tubes and connections.
Were any problems found?All
Ye s!Repair or replace as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 9
9 Turn the ignition off.
Remove the Intake Air Temperature Sensor.
Connect smoke machine 84-04 to the Intake Air Temperature Sensor port in the
intake duct and begin injecting smoke into the intake system.
Observe all intake system components for evidence of smoke leakage.
Is there evidence of smoke leakage?All
Ye s!Repair or replace as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Replace the MAF Sensor.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
10WARNING: WHEN THE ENGINE IS OPERATING, DO NOT STAND IN A
DIRECT LINE WITH THE FAN. DO NOT PUT YOUR HANDS NEAR THE
PULLEYS, BELTS OR FAN. DO NOT WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING.
NOTE: The conditions that set the DTC are not present at this time. The
following list may help in identifying the intermittent condition.
With the engine running at normal operating temperature, monitor the DRB
parameters related to the DTC while wiggling the wiring harness. Look for param-
eter values to change and/or a DTC to set.
Review the DTC When Monitored and Set Conditions. If possible, try to duplicate the
conditions under which the DTC was set.
Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) that may apply.
Visually inspect the related wiring harness. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or
partially broken wires.
Visually inspect the related wiring harness connectors. Look for broken, bent, pushed
out, or corroded terminals.
Were any of the above conditions present?All
Ye s!Repair as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Test Complete.
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Symptom List:
P2066-MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR PLAUSIBILITY AIR MASS TOO
HIGH
P2066-MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR PLAUSIBILITY AIR MASS TOO
LOW
Test Note: All symptoms listed above are diagnosed using the same tests.
The title for the tests will be P2066-MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR
PLAUSIBILITY AIR MASS TOO HIGH.
When Monitored and Set Condition:
P2066-MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR PLAUSIBILITY AIR MASS TOO HIGH
When Monitored: With the engine running.
Set Condition: The ECM detects excessive air flow from the MAF Sensor.
P2066-MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR PLAUSIBILITY AIR MASS TOO LOW
When Monitored: With the engine running.
Set Condition: The ECM detects low air flow from the MAF Sensor.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
AIR FILTER
AIR RESTRICTION
CHECKING FOR AIR LEAKS
MASS AIRFLOW SENSOR
INTERMITTENT CONDITION
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TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1NOTE: If DTC P1611, P2306 or P2332 is present with this DTC, diagnose
DTCs P1611, P2306 or P2332 before diagnosing this DTC.
NOTE: Inspect all air intake and turbocharger related tubes for damage,
restriction or poor connection. Any of these conditions can cause a this DTC
to set.
NOTE: If the ECM detects and stores a DTC, the ECM also stores the
engine/vehicle operating conditions under which the DTC was set. Some of
these conditions are displayed on the DRB at the same time the DTC is
displayed.
NOTE: Before erasing stored DTCs, record these conditions. Attempting to
duplicate these conditions may assist when checking for an active DTC.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIIIt, erase the ECM DTCs.
Test drive the vehicle.
With the DRBIIIt, read the ECM DTCs.
Does the DRB III display a Mass Air Flow Sensor DTC?All
Ye s!Go To 2
No!Go To 5
2 Turn the ignition off.
Remove and inspect the Air Filter for soiling or excessive dirt and debris which may
cause air flow restriction.
Were any of these problems found?All
Ye s!Replace the Air Filter element.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 3
3NOTE: Inspect all air intake and turbocharger related tubes for damage,
restriction or poor connection. Any of these conditions can cause a this DTC
to set.
NOTE: Inspect the exhaust system and related tubes for damage, restriction
or poor connection. Any of these conditions can cause a this DTC to set.
Turn the ignition off.
Inspect the intake system, exhaust system and related tubes and connections.
Were any problems found?All
Ye s!Repair or replace as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Go To 4
4 Turn the ignition off.
Remove the Intake Air Temperature Sensor.
Connect smoke machine 84-04 to the Intake Air Temperature Sensor port in the
intake duct and begin injecting smoke into the intake system.
Observe all intake system components for evidence of smoke leakage.
Is there evidence of smoke leakage?All
Ye s!Repair or replace as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Replace the MAF Sensor.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
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5WARNING: WHEN THE ENGINE IS OPERATING, DO NOT STAND IN A
DIRECT LINE WITH THE FAN. DO NOT PUT YOUR HANDS NEAR THE
PULLEYS, BELTS OR FAN. DO NOT WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING.
NOTE: The conditions that set the DTC are not present at this time. The
following list may help in identifying the intermittent condition.
With the engine running at normal operating temperature, monitor the DRB
parameters related to the DTC while wiggling the wiring harness. Look for param-
eter values to change and/or a DTC to set.
Review the DTC When Monitored and Set Conditions. If possible, try to duplicate the
conditions under which the DTC was set.
Refer to any Technical Service Bulletins (TSB) that may apply.
Visually inspect the related wiring harness. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched, or
partially broken wires.
Visually inspect the related wiring harness connectors. Look for broken, bent, pushed
out, or corroded terminals.
Were any of the above conditions present?All
Ye s!Repair as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
No!Test Complete.
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Symptom:
P2087-INTAKE PRESSURE SENSOR INTAKE RESTRICTION
When Monitored and Set Condition:
P2087-INTAKE PRESSURE SENSOR INTAKE RESTRICTION
When Monitored: With the ignition on.
Set Condition: The ECM detects a rationality problem with the MAF Sensor.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
RESTRICTED INTAKE SYSTEM
Repair Instructions:
RESTRICTED INTAKE SYSTEM
This DTC indicates a restriction in the intake system. Check for clogged air filter, collapsed
hoses, or other conditions that could cause restricted air flow through the intake system.
Repair or replace as necessary.
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
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Symptom List:
P2100-FUEL PUMP RELAY CIRCUIT OPEN CIRCUIT
P2100-FUEL PUMP RELAY CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
Test Note: All symptoms listed above are diagnosed using the same tests.
The title for the tests will be P2100-FUEL PUMP RELAY
CIRCUIT OPEN CIRCUIT.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
INTERMITTENT CONDITION
ENGINE CONTROL RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT OPEN
FUEL LIFT PUMP RELAY
FUEL LIFT PUMP RELAY CONTROL CIRCUIT SHORTED TO GROUND
FUEL LIFT PUMP RELAY CONTROL CIRCUIT OPEN
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1NOTE: If the ECM detects and stores a DTC, the ECM also stores the
engine/vehicle operating conditions under which the DTC was set. Some of
these conditions are displayed on the DRB at the same time the DTC is
displayed.
NOTE: Before erasing stored DTCs, record these conditions. Attempting to
duplicate these conditions may assist when checking for an active DTC.
Turn the ignition on.
With the DRBIIIt, erase the ECM DTCs.
Crank and attempt to start the engine several times.
With the DRBIIIt, read the active ECM DTCs.
Did this DTC set again?All
Ye s!Go To 2
No!Go To 6
2 Turn the ignition off.
Remove the Fuel Lift Pump Relay.
Turn the ignition on.
Using a 12-volt test light connected to ground, check the Engine Control Relay
Output circuit.
Did the test light illuminate brightly?All
Ye s!Go To 3
No!Refer to Checking the ECM Power and Grounds for the related
symptom(s).
Perform ROAD TEST VERIFICATION - VER-2.
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