windshield wipers MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2012 MY12 Operator’s Manual

Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0050 SolutionsThe key cannot be
turned in the ignition
lock. The vehicle voltage is too low.
X
Switch off all non-essential consumers, e.g. the seat heating,
interior lighting, and try to turn the key again.
If this does not work:
X Check and, if necessary, replace the starter battery.
or
X Jump-start the vehicle.
or
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. The key cannot be
turned in the ignition
lock. The steering lock has jammed mechanically.
X
Remove the key and insert it again into the ignition lock. Turn
the steering wheel from side to side while doing so. Headlamps and turn signals
G
Warning
The operating safety of your vehicle could be jeopardized if maintenance work is carried out
incorrectly. As a
result, you could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition,
the safety systems may no longer be able to protect you or others as they are designed to do.
Always have maintenance work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. The qualified
specialist workshop must have the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the
work required. We recommend visiting an authorized Sprinter Dealer. In particular, work relevant
to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0050 SolutionsThe headlamps are
fogged up
on

the inside. Air humidity is very high.
X
Drive with the headlamps switched on.
The headlamps are clear after a short distance. The headlamps are
fogged up
on

the inside. The headlamp housing is not sealed and moisture has been able
to enter.
X
Have the headlamps checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Windshield wipers
G
Warning
The operating safety of your vehicle could be jeopardized if maintenance work is carried out
incorrectly. As a

result, you could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition,
the safety systems may no longer be able to protect you or others as they are designed to do. Troubleshooting
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Always have maintenance work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. The qualified
specialist workshop must have the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the
work required.
We
recommend visiting an authorized Sprinter Dealer. In particular, work relevant
to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0050 SolutionsThe windshield wipers
are jammed. The wiper movement is obstructed, e.g. by leaves or snow. The
wiper motor has been deactivated.
X
Stop the
vehicle as soon as possible. For safety reasons, remove
the key from the ignition lock.
X Remove the cause of the obstruction.
X Switch on the windshield wipers again. The windshield wipers
have stopped working
completely. There is a malfunction in the windshield wiper drive.
X
Select another wiper speed on the combination switch.
X Have the windshield wipers checked at a qualified specialist
workshop. Fuel and fuel tank
G
Warning
The operating safety of your vehicle could be jeopardized if maintenance work is carried out
incorrectly. As a

result, you could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident. In addition,
the safety systems may no longer be able to protect you or others as they are designed to do.
Always have maintenance work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. The qualified
specialist workshop must have the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the
work required. We recommend visiting an authorized Sprinter Dealer. In particular, work relevant
to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0050 SolutionsThe fuel tank has run
completely dry. There is air in the fuel system.
X
Bleed the fuel system . Fuel is
leaking from the
vehicle. G
Warning!
The fuel line or the fuel tank is damaged.
Leaking fuel creates a risk of fire or explosion.
X Switch off the ignition immediately.
X Remove the key from the ignition lock.
X Do not restart the engine under any circumstances.
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Arrangement
Fuses
Fuse-relay box (SRB)
No. Consumer Fuse
rating 1 Horn 15 A
2 Electronic steering lock
(electronic ignition/start
switch) 25 A
3 Electronic ignition/start
switch 10 A
4 Light switch/switch unit
on center console 5 A
5 Windshield wipers 30 A
6 Fuel pump 15 A
7 MRM (jacket tube
module) 5 A
8 Terminal 87 (2) 20 A
9 Terminal 87 (3) 25 A
10 Terminal 87 (4) 10 A
11 Terminal 15 R vehicle 15 A No. Consumer Fuse
rating 12 Air bag control unit 10 A
13 Cigarette lighter/glove
box lamp/radio 15 A
14 Diagnostics socket/light
switch/instrument
cluster 5 A
15 Front-compartment
heating 5 A
16 Terminal 87 (1) 10 A
17 Air bag control unit 10 A
18 Terminal 15 vehicle,
brake light switch 7.5 A
19 Interior lighting 7.5 A
20 Front-passenger power
window switch/terminal
30/2 signal acquisition
and actuation module 25 A
21 Engine control unit 5 AElectrical system
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