fuel MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2010 MY10 Operator’s Manual

Heating in the rear compartment
.....99
Rear-compartment air
conditioning ................................... 100
Rear-compartment heating ..............99
Reheat function (air
dehumidification) ........................... 103
Setting the air distribution .............102
Setting the airflow
.........................102
Setting the temperature ................ 100
Switching air-recirculation mode
in the rear compartment on/off .... 104
Switching on/off ........................... 100
Cockpit ................................................. 22
Combination switch ............................90
Consumption statistics (vehicles
with steering wheel buttons) .............85
Control panel Above the windshield ....................... 27
Conversions and accessories
see Add-on equipment
Coolant ............................................... 160
Changing ....................................... 160
Display message ............................ 206
Expansion tank .............................. 169
Level .............................................. 169
Temperature gauge (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................... 77
Topping up ..................................... 169
Warning lamp ................................. 193
Cornering lamps .................................. 91
Changing bulbs .............................. 235
Cruise control .................................... 118
Display message ............................ 203
Malfunction .................................... 216
Cup holder ......................................... 132D
Daytime running lamp see Daytime running lamp mode


Daytime running lamp mode ..............89
Setting (vehicles without steering-
wheel buttons) ................................. 74
Setting (vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) ................................. 82
DEF
See Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) ...... 155
Delayed switch-off .............................. 83Diesel
Consumption ................................. 140
Fuels .............................................. 153
Low outside temperatures
............. 154
Reserve fuel warning lamp

....... 72, 193
Tank capacity ................................. 287
Diesel engine
Preglow indicator lamp ..................194
Winter driving ................................ 154
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) ...............155
Capacities ...................................... 287
Consumption ................................. 140
Display message ...........199, 202, 204
Exhaust gas aftertreatment ...........116
Indicator lamp ................................ 190
Level indicator ............................... 116
Ranges ........................................... 116
Refilling .......................................... 143
Storage .......................................... 156
Tool for the tank filler cap .............. 182
Digital speedometer
Setting the unit (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................... 80
Display
Display messages ..........................197
Outside temperature (vehicles
with steering wheel buttons) ............ 77
Outside temperature display
(vehicles without steering wheel
buttons) ........................................... 73
see Indicator and warning
lamps ....................................... 24, 187
Standard display (vehicles
without steering wheel buttons) ......73
Standard display (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................... 77
Distance recorder ................................ 73
see Odometer .................................. 73
Door
Control panel ................................... 28
Door lock
see Central locking .......................... 54
Doors
Display message ............................ 208
Indicator lamp ................................ 197
Opening (from the inside) ................ 56
see Central locking .......................... 54
Unlocking/locking with key ............. 526
Index

Delayed switch-off (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ...................
83
Light switch ..................................... 89
Locator lighting (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................... 83
Surround lighting (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................... 83
Exterior mirrors ................................... 70
Eyeglasses compartment ................. 131F
Fatty acid methyl ester FAME .......... 153
Fire extinguisher ............................... 184
First-aid kit .........................................
184
flat tire Notes ............................................. 222
Wheel change ................................ 229
Folding seat
......................................... 67
Folding table ...................................... 132
Front fog lamps ................................... 90
Changing bulbs .............................. 235
Front windshield
see Windshield ............................... 163
Fuel ..................................................... 153
Additives ........................................ 154
Consumption ................................. 140
Display message ............................ 208
Fuel filter with water separator .......221
Indicator lamp ................................ 196
Fuel gauge ............................................ 72
Fuel tank content Reserve, display message ..............208
Fuses .................................................. 239
Driver's seat fuse box .................... 243
Fuse allocation ...................... 241, 244
Main fuse box ................................ 240G
General driving tips ........................... 110
Genuine parts

.................................... 276
Glove box ........................................... 131H
Handbrake see Parking brake .......................... 112
Hazard warning lamps ........................91Headlamp
Cleaning system ......................95, 171
Headlamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 234
Cleaning ......................................... 164
Fogged up ...................................... 219
Headlamps, automatic

........................90
Head restraints .................................... 67
Heater booster function ...................107
Heating see Climate control .......................... 97
High beam flasher ............................... 90
High-beam headlamps ........................90
Changing bulbs .............................. 235
High-pressure cleaning ..................... 164
Hood Opening/closing ............................ 168 I
Ignition lock ......................................... 56
Immobilizer .......................................... 61
Indicator and warning lamps ........... 187
ABS ................................................ 189
Air filter ..........................................

195
ASR ....................................... 187, 189
BAS ....................................... 187, 189
Battery charge ............................... 191
Brakes ........................................... 188
Brake wear .................................... 191
Bulbs .............................................. 197
Check engine ................................. 194
Coolant .......................................... 193
Doors ............................................. 197
Engine oil level ............................... 192
ESP ®
...................................... 187, 190
Poly-V-belt ..................................... 191
Preglow .......................................... 194
Reserve fuel ................................... 193
SRS ................................................ 191
Tire pressure monitor .................... 195
Water separator ............................. 196
Windshield washer fluid ................. 196
Indicator lamps
see Warning and indicator
lamps ....................................... 24, 187
Instrument cluster .............................. 70
Lighting ............................................ 728
Index

Telephone
........................................ 86
Trip computer .................................. 85
Message memory (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) .....................78
Messages Vehicles without steering wheel
buttons .......................................... 199
Vehicles with steering wheel
buttons .......................................... 201
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors ................................ 70
Rear-view mirror .............................. 69
Mobile phone
..................................... 134
Display message ............................ 207
Installation ..................................... 277
Monitor
see Rear view camera .................... 122O
Occupant safety Children in the vehicle .....................41
System overview .............................. 32
Odometer
Setting the unit (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................... 80
On-board computer
Vehicles without steering wheel
buttons ............................................ 72
Vehicles with steering wheel
buttons ............................................ 74
Opening/closing the windows ...........60
Outside temperature display Vehicles without steering wheel
buttons ............................................ 73
Vehicles with steering wheel
buttons ............................................ 77
Overhead control panel
Overview .......................................... 27
Overrevving range ............................... 71
Overview Menus (Vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) ................................. 76P
Paint code number ............................ 277
Paper holder ...................................... 131Parking
see Stopping the vehicle and
switching off the engine ................. 111
Parking aid
see PARKTRONIC

Parking brake .................................... 112
Display message ............................ 206
Parking lamp
Changing bulbs .............................. 235
Parking lamps ...................................... 89
PARKTRONIC ...................................... 119 Activating/deactivating ................. 122
Cleaning the sensors ..................... 163
Indicator lamp ................................ 215
Malfunction .................................... 215
Range of the sensors ..................... 120
Roll-back warning .......................... 122
Trailer towing ................................. 122
Warning display .....................121, 215
Partition sliding door .......................... 59
Perimeter lamp Changing bulbs .............................. 237
Perimeter lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 238
Poly-V-belt
Malfunction .................................... 191
Power supply
Battery isolating switch .................... 87
Power supply (trailer) ....................... 153
Power windows ................................... 60
Practical advice Auxiliary heating ............................ 216
Central locking system .................. 217
Engine ............................................ 212
Fuel and fuel tank ..........................220
Headlamps and turn signals ..........219
Windshield wipers .......................... 219
Preparing for a journey .....................108
Checks in the vehicle ..................... 108
Visual check of the vehicle
exterior .......................................... 10810
Index

R
Radio Changing stations (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................... 77
Cleaning the display ...................... 162
Setting
station selection (vehicles
with steering wheel buttons) ............ 84
Rain/light sensor
Setting the sensitivity (vehicles
with steering wheel buttons) ............ 84
Windshield wipers ............................ 94
Range (vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) ..................................... 86
Reading lamp ....................................... 92
Rear bench seat ................................... 66
Rear-compartment air
conditioning Changing the air filter ....................173
see Climate control .......................... 97
Rear-compartment heating
see Climate control .......................... 97
Rear doors ............................................ 57
Rear fog lamp ...................................... 90
Changing bulbs ......................236, 237
Rear lamp
Changing bulbs ......................236, 237
Rear view camera .............................. 122
Malfunction .................................... 216
Monitor menu ................................ 124
Switching off the monitor while
driving ............................................ 128
Switching on .................................. 123
Switching the monitor on/off ........ 123
Rear-view camera
Cleaning ......................................... 163
Cleaning the monitor ..................... 162
Rear-view mirror .................................. 69
Rear window defroster ....................... 95
Rear window heating Malfunction .................................... 211
Rear window wiper ............................. 94
Refilling Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) ............. 143
Tool for DEF tank filler cap ............182
Refrigerant ......................................... 161
Refueling ............................................ 142Remote control
see Key ............................................ 52
Replacing bulbs
see Changing bulbs ............... 233, 234
Reserve fuel
Tank ......................................... 72, 193
Restraint system
Display message
............................ 203
Malfunction .................................... 191
Restraint systems
see SRS
Reverse gear
Engaging (automatic
transmission) ................................. 114
Reverse warning feature .................. 141
Rims .................................................... 280
Roll-back warning see PARKTRONIC ........................... 122
Roof carrier ................................ 149, 284
Roof load (maximum) ........................284
Roof rack see Roof carrier .....................149, 284
Roof ventilator in the cargo
compartment ..................................... 108 S
SAE classification (engine oils) ........157
Safety Children in the vehicle .....................41
Child restraint systems ....................42
Overview of occupant safety
systems
...........................................
32
Safety systems
see Driving safety systems


Seat
Co-driver's seat ............................... 63
Driver's seat .................................... 63
Folding seat ..................................... 67
Luxury seat ...................................... 63
Rear bench seat ............................... 66
Standard seat .................................. 63
Suspension seat .............................. 63
Swivel seat ....................................... 65
Twin co-driver's seat ........................ 65 Index
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Seat belt
Cleaning ......................................... 162Display message ............................ 206
Warning lamp .................................
196
Seat belts
Adjusting the height ......................... 35
Belt force limiters ............................ 35
Correct usage .................................. 33
Emergency Tensioning Devices ........ 35
Fastening ......................................... 34
Important safety guidelines .............32
Releasing ......................................... 35
Safety guidelines ............................. 37
Special seat belt retractor ............... 43
Warning lamp (function) ................... 35
Seat heating ......................................... 68
Malfunction .................................... 211
Selector lever position ...................... 114
Service indicator ............................... 167
Service products Bio-diesel ....................................... 153
Brake fluid ..................................... 159
Capacities ...................................... 287
Coolant .......................................... 160
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) ............. 155
Engine oil ....................................... 156
Fuel ................................................ 153
Fuel additive .................................. 154
Fuel additives ................................ 154
Power steering fluid ....................... 159
Refrigerant ..................................... 161
Transmission oil ............................. 158
Settings
Resetting all (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................... 78
Resetting submenus (vehicles
with steering wheel buttons) ............ 79
Setting the clock
Vehicles without steering wheel
buttons ............................................ 73
Setting the date
Vehicles without steering wheel
buttons ............................................ 73
Vehicles with steering wheel
buttons ............................................ 82
Setting the time
Vehicles with steering wheel
buttons ............................................ 82Shift ranges
Automatic transmission .................114
Side impact air bag
.............................40
Side windows Resetting ......................................... 61
Sliding door .......................................... 56
Cleaning ......................................... 164
Closing assist ................................... 57
Snow chains ...................................... 255
Socket ................................................ 133
Spare wheel Bracket .......................................... 185
see Spare wheel ............................ 185
Wheel change ................................ 229
Speed
Setting, see Cruise control ............ 119
Speed limiter ..................................... 141
Speedometer ....................................... 71
Setting the unit (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................... 80
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Indicator lamp .................................. 36
Introduction ..................................... 36
Standing lamp
Changing bulbs .............. 235, 236, 237
Starting the engine ........................... 109
Steering wheel ..................................... 69
Adjusting ......................................... 69
Buttons (vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) ................................. 74
With buttons .................................... 26
Stowage spaces and stowage
compartments ................................... 129
Eyeglasses compartment ............... 131
Glove box ....................................... 131
Paper holder .................................. 131
Stowage compartment above the
windshield ..................................... 130
Stowage compartment in the
center console ............................... 130
Stowage compartment in the
dashboard ...................................... 129
Stowage compartment in the
door ............................................... 13012
Index

Stowage space above the
headliner ........................................ 130
Stowage
space
under the twin co-
driver's seat ................................... 130
Submenu (on-board computer)
Clock/Date ...................................... 82
Convenience .................................... 85
Instrument cluster ........................... 80
Lighting ............................................ 82
Selecting .......................................... 79
Settings overview ............................ 79
Vehicle ............................................. 84
Summer tires ..................................... 254
Supplemental Restraint System see SRS
Surround lighting
Setting (vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) ................................. 83
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............62
Switch unit Additional ........................................ 28
Center console ................................ 27
Driver's door .................................... 28
Swivel seat ........................................... 65T
Tachometer .......................................... 71
Tank content Reserve fuel warning lamp ............. 193
Tank contents

...................................... 72
Range (vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) ................................. 86
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 287
Speed ............................................ 280
Tire pressure .................................. 281
Tires/wheels ................................. 280
Vehicle dimensions ........................280
vehicle weights .............................. 280
Telephone .......................................... 134
Operation (vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) ................................. 86
Temperature
Setting (heating/air conditioning) . 100
Setting the unit (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................... 80Theft deterrent locking system
Immobilizer ...................................... 61
Tightening torque
Wheel nuts/wheel bolts ................ 232
Time
Setting

the time (vehicles without
steering wheel buttons) ................... 73
Setting the time (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................... 82
tire
Wheel change ................................ 229
Tire
Labels ............................................ 279
Tire and Loading Information label .. 279
Tire Inflation Pressure label .............279
tire pressure Calling up (vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) ............................... 260
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 258
Checking manually ........................258
Display message ...........199, 203, 208
Maximum ....................................... 257
Recommended ...................... 255, 281
Setting the unit (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................... 81
Tables ............................................ 281
Tire and Loading Information
label ............................................... 279
Tire Inflation Pressure label ...........279
Tire label ................................ 256, 279
Warning lamp ................................. 195
Tire pressure monitoring system
Function/notes ............................. 258
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 270
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 269
Bar (definition) ............................... 268
Characteristics .............................. 268
Checking ........................................ 253
Definition of terms ......................... 268
Direction of rotation ......................272
Distribution of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 271
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 268 Index
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Vehicle equipment
i Diese Betriebsanleitung beschreibt alle
Modelle, Serien- und
Sonderausstattungen
Ihres Fahrzeugs, die zum Zeitpunkt des
Redaktionsschlusses dieser
Betriebsanleitung erhältlich waren.
Länderspezifische Abweichungen sind
möglich. Beachten Sie, dass Ihr Fahrzeug
nicht mit allen beschriebenen Funktionen
ausgestattet sein könnte. Dies betrifft auch
sicherheitsrelevante Systeme und
Funktionen. Environmental protection
0040
Environmental note
Our declared policy is one of comprehensive
environmental protection.
Our objective is to use natural resources,
which are the basis of our existence on this
planet, sparingly and in a manner that takes
the requirements of both nature and
humanity into account.
You too can contribute to environmental
protection by operating your vehicle in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and engine, transmission,
brake and tire wear depend on these two
factors:
R operating conditions of your vehicle
R your personal driving style
You can influence both factors.
Observe the following notes: Operating
conditions:
R avoid driving short distances as this
increases fuel consumption.
R make sure that the tire pressures are
always correct.
R do not carry

any unnecessary weight in/on
the vehicle.
R keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel
consumption. R
remove roof racks

once you no longer need
them.
R a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the specified service
intervals.
R always have maintenance work carried out
at an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Personal driving style:
R do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
R do not warm up the engine when the
vehicle is stationary.
R adopt an anticipatory style of driving and
keep a sufficient distance from other
vehicles.
R avoid frequent, sudden acceleration.
R switch off the engine in stationary traffic. Environmental concerns and
recommendations
In this manual,

whenever you see instructions
to discard materials, you should first attempt
to reclaim and recycle them. To preserve our
environment, follow appropriate
environmental rules and regulations when
disposing of materials. Operating Safety
Safety notes
G
Warning
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 defects or other
reproductive harm.
In addition, certain fluids contained in
vehicles, and certain products of component
wear contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm. 16
Introduction

Modifying the engine power output
Having the engine power output of your
vehicle increased by tampering with the
electronic engine management system will
invalidate the vehicle's general operating
permit and insurance coverage, as well as
your New Vehicle Limited Warranty and
warranty entitlement.
Modifications to the output of the engine
must be reported to the insurance provider
and require the vehicle to be recertified. 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 guarantee
the operating safety of the engine in every
case. Increases in performance may lead to
malfunctions and consequential damage to
other assemblies.
If you sell the vehicle, failing to inform the
buyer of the modified engine power output
could constitute an offense punishable by
law, depending on the country concerned. Diesel particle filter
! If the vehicle is predominantly used for
short-distance driving, this could lead to a
malfunction in the automatic cleaning
function for the diesel particle filter. As a
result, fuel may accumulate in the engine
oil and cause engine failure.
Therefore, if you mainly drive short
distances, you should

drive on a highway or
on rural roads for 20 minutes every
310 miles (500 km). This ensures sufficient
regeneration of the diesel particle filter. Vehicle alterations
We recommend the use of genuine Sprinter
parts and conversion parts as well as accessories that have been expressly
approved for your vehicle model.
These parts have been subjected to special
tests in order to determine their safety,
reliability and suitability.
!
For safety reasons, have add-on
equipment prepared and installed
according to the

Sprinter body/equipment
mounting directives in force. These body/
equipment mounting directives guarantee
that the chassis and add-on equipment
form a cohesive whole and that the highest
possible level of operating and driving
safety is reached.
We recommend for safety reasons that:
R you carry out no other modifications to
the vehicle.
R you obtain the agreement of the
distributor named on the inside of the
front cover for any deviations from the
approved body/equipment mounting
directives.
Approval by official testing centers or
permission given by authorities do not
eliminate safety risks.
! The wooden or plastic cargo area floor
fitted at the factory is an integral
component of the vehicle structure. The
vehicle body could be damaged if you have
the load area floor removed. This then
affects the securing of loads and the
maximum loading capacity of the lashing
points is no longer guaranteed.
Therefore, do not have the load area floor
removed.
Even seemingly small changes to the vehicle,
such as attaching a radiator cover for winter
driving or as protection against insects, are
not allowed. These could cause the engine
diagnostics to register incorrect data. The
recording of engine diagnostic data is a legal
requirement, and must always be verifiable
and accurate. 18
Introduction

Sprinter body builder guideline
If you intend on making any alterations to the
vehicle, we strongly recommend that you
contact the distributor named on the inside
of the front cover in order to obtain all
necessary information (there may be a
charge).
Body builders and dealers who make any
modifications which may affect the final
certification of the engine, vehicle or
equipment assume
the
sole responsibility for
the vehicle, including labeling and
documentation, affected by their
modifications.
It is their responsibility to certify that the
altered vehicle conforms to all applicable
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 do
not affect the safety of the vehicle. G
Warning
Any modifications or alterations of the
Sprinter not in compliance with the Sprinter
Body Builder Guideline and the Sprinter
Operator's Manual may seriously inhibit its
roadworthiness and safety

and may lead to an
accident resulting in serious injury or death.
Consult the Sprinter Body Builder Guideline
and the Sprinter Operator's Manual prior to
initiating any alterations or modifications.
We are not responsible for any final
certification or claims regarding product
liability, or warranty claims, which result from
any component, assembly, 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 to
become defective or unsafe.
We do not assume responsibility as the final-
stage manufacturer or the consequential
product liability. Correct use
Observe the following

information when using
your vehicle:
R the safety notes in this manual
R the "Technical data" section in this manual
R traffic rules and regulations
R motor vehicle laws and safety standards
Substances constituting a health
hazard Do not store or transport in the cab any
substances that
constitute

a health hazard or
react aggressively.
These include:
R solvents
R fuels
R oils and greases
R cleaning agents
R acids G
Warning
Do not store or transport in the cab any
substances that constitute

a health hazard or
react aggressively. Gases and liquids may
escape from containers that are completely
sealed.
The driver's ability to concentrate while the
vehicle is in motion and the driver's health
could be affected. In addition, electrical
components (e. g. control units and
connectors) could be damaged. This can
result in malfunctions, system failures, or
short circuits which can start a fire.
You could cause an accident, thereby
endangering yourself and others.
Stickers and warning labels G
Warning!
Various warning labels are attached to your
vehicle. These warning

labels are intended to
make you and others aware of various risks.
Do not remove any of these warning labels Introduction
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Instrument cluster variants
Function Page
0046
Instrument cluster on
vehicles without
steering-wheel buttons
70
0047
Indicator and warning
lamps
008A
0069, 006A Brightens/dims the
instrument cluster lighting 72
0088
Tachometer with indicator
and warning lamps
71
0086
Display 73
0087
Fuel gauge with fuel filler
flap location indicator
72
006E
Speedometer with
indicator and warning
lamps
71
006F
Reset button 0048
70
0070
007B Menu button:
• changes standard display 73
• selects menus 73 Function Page
0071
Instrument cluster on
vehicles with steering-
wheel buttons
70
0072
Indicator and warning
lamps
0073
Display 74
0074
Tachometer with indicator
and warning lamps
71
0075
Fuel gauge with fuel filler
flap location indicator
72
0076
0069, 006A Brightens/dims the
instrument cluster lighting 72
0077
Speedometer with
indicator and warning
lamps
71
0078
Reset button 0048
70
0079
00A4 Service button
Checks the engine oil level 171
Indicator and warning
lamps24
Instrument cluster variants
At a glance