light MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2013 MY13 Operator’s Manual

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0004 Solutions
000B
Parking brake
Release brake Additionally, a warning tone sounds.
You are driving with the parking brake applied.
X
Release the parking brake ( Ypage 146). 0014
Seatbelt sys.
Visit workshop The belt system has malfunctioned.
G WARNING
In the event of an acciden torarapid deceleration, the seat belts
either cannot protect you as intended.
There is a risk of injury.
X Consult a qualified specialized workshop as soon as possible. SRS
Restraint system
Visit workshop The restraint systems have malfunctioned.
G WARNING
If SRS is malfunctioning, individual systems could be triggered
inadvertently or might not be triggered at all in the event of an
accident.
There is an increased risk of injury and accidents.
X Drive on with care.
X Visi taqualified specialist workshop immediately. Lights
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0004 Solutions
0002
Low beam left The left-hand low beam is faulty
2
.
X Halogen headlamps: replace the bulb as soon as possible
(Y page 98).
X Bi-Xenon headlamps: consult a qualified specialist workshop
as soon as possible. 0002
Low beam right The right-hand low-beam is faulty
2
.
X Halogen headlamps: replace the bulb as soon as possible
(Y page 98).
X Bi-Xenon headlamps: consult a qualified specialist workshop
as soon as possible. 0002
Cornering lt. left The left-hand cornering light is faulty
2
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 98).2
Depending on the equipment ,the bulb-failure indicator may not be featured for any lamps other than the
turn signals. Display messages
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Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0004 Solutions
0002
Cornering
lt. right The right-hand cornering ligh
tis faulty 2
.
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 98).0002
Lights on
automatical.
Remove key The automatic headlamp feature is active: the light switch is in the
0007
position and you have forgotten to remove the key.
X Remove the key from the ignition lock. 0002
Turn signal left The left-hand turn signal is faulty.
X
Change the bulb as soon as possible in the front (Y page 98) or
rear (Y page 99) indicator lamp. 0002
Turn signal right The right-hand turn signal is faulty.
X
Change the bulb as soon as possible in the front (Y page 98) or
rear (Y page 99) indicator lamp. 0002
Brake lamp left The left-hand brake lamp is faulty.
2
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 99).0002
Brake lamp right The right brake lamp is faulty.
2
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 99).0002
Third brake lamp The high-mounted brake lamp is faulty.
2
This display message will
only appearifa ll LEDs have failed.
X Consult a qualified specialized workshop as soon as possible. 0002
High beam left The left-hand high-beam is faulty.
2
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 98).0002
High-beam right The right-hand high-beam is faulty.
2
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 98).0002
License plate lamp Al
icense plate lamp is faulty. 2
X Replace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 100).0002
Switch off lights You have forgotten to switch off the lights when leaving the
vehicle.
X
Turn the light switch to 000C.2
Depending on the equipment, the bulb-failure indicator may not be featured for any lamps other than the
turn signals. 202
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Engine
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0004 Solutions
Check Diesel
Exhaust Fluid See
Operator's Manual The Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) supply has dropped below
1.5 US gal (5.5 l).
After the message appears for the first time, and under normal
driving conditions, the remaining DE
Fsupply will last for
approximately 1000 miles (1600 km).
After that, th e0.8 US ga l(3.0 l) reserv emark is reached. A warning
tone sequence sounds and th eengine can then only be started
another 16 times.
X add DEF supply (Y page 143).
After topping up, the system check takes approximately
20 seconds. The display message then disappears. Check Diesel
Exhaust Fluid See
Operator's Manual If the yellow
0018engine diagnosis indicator lamp lights up as
well, the DEF reducing agent is contaminated, diluted or not
compliant with ISO 22241.
After the first message and under normal operating conditions,
you can drive on for up to approximatel y50 miles (80 km). Then
a warning tone sequence sounds and the engine can only be
started another 16 times.
Have the DEF tank cleaned and refilled at a qualified specialist
workshop as soon as possible. 0009
xx
starts remaining The Diesel Exhaus
tFluid (DEF) supply has dropped below the
0.8 US gal (3.0 l) reserve mark.
After the message appears for the first time, the remaining DEF
supply will last for approximately 100 0miles (1600 km). The
engine can the nonly be started another twenty times.
The numbe rofremaining engine starts xx (16 to
0 ) is shown in the
message every time the engine is started. Once the number 0 is
shown, the yellow 0018engine diagnosis indicator lamp lights up
and the engine can no longer be started.
X Add at least 2.0 US gal (7.6l) of DEF (Y page 143).
After topping up, the system chec ktakes approximately
20 seconds. The display message then disappears. 0009
xx
starts remaining In addition, the yellow
0018engine diagnosis indicator lamp lights
up.
Afte rthe message appears for the first time, the engine can only
be started another 16 times.
The number of remaining engine starts xx (16 to
0 ) is shown in the
message every time the engine is started. Once the number 0 is
shown, the engine can no longer be started. 204
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Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0004 Solutions
0008
The red 0008
warning lamp
does not go out
approximately
4s econds after
the ignition is
switched on, or
it lights up again. The restraint systems have malfunctioned.
G WARNING
If SRS is malfunctioning, individual systems could be triggered
inadvertently or might not be triggered at all in the event of an
accident.
There is an increased risk of injury and accidents.
X Drive on with care.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. 0010
The red battery
indicator lamp is
lit while the
engine is
running. The battery is not being charged. Possible causes are a defective
alternator or a torn poly-V-belt.
X
Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road
and traffic conditions.
X Check the poly-V-belt.
X If the poly-V-belt is torn: do not continue driving. Consult the
nearest qualified specialist workshop.
X If the poly-V-belt is not damaged: have the vehicle checked as
soon as possible by a qualified specialist workshop. 0010
The red battery
indicator lamp is
lit while the
engine is
running. The battery is faulty.
X
Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road
and traffic conditions.
X Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. 0005
The yellow brake
pad wear
indicator lamp is
lit after the
engine is started
or while the
vehicle is in
motion. The brake pads/linings have reached their wear limit.
G WARNING
Braking performance can be impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
X Have the brake pads/linings replaced as soon as possible at a
qualified specialist workshop. 001D
The yellow
engine oil level
warning lamp is
lit after the
engine is started
or while the
vehicle is in
motion. The oil level has dropped to the minimum level.
X
Check the engine for oil loss.
X If oil loss is detected: consult a qualified specialist workshop
immediately.
X If no oil loss is detected: chec kthe oil level and add engine oil
(Y page 243). 214
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Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0004 Solutions
001D
The yellow
engine oil level
warning lamp
flashes and the
warning buzzer
sounds after the
engine is started
or while the
vehicle is in
motion. On vehicles with a diesel engine, the oil level display additionally
appears in the display, e.g.
– 2.0 qts (Canada:
– 2.0 ltr ).
There is not enough or no oil in the engine.
There is a danger of engine damage.
X Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road
and traffic conditions.
X Check the oil level with the oil dipstick (Y page 243).
X If the engine oil level is correct: have the malfunction rectified
immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
X If the engine oil level is too low: have the vehicle towed to a
qualified specialist workshop. 001D
The yellow
engine oil level
warning lamp
lights up and the
warning buzzer
sounds after the
engine is started
or while the
vehicle is in
motion. The engine oil level is above the maximum level.
There is a risk of damaging the engine or catalytic converter.
X Check the oil level.
X If the oil level is too high: have the engine oil extracted as soon
as possible at a qualified specialist workshop.
X If the oil level is correct: have the malfunction rectified as soon
as possible at a qualified specialist workshop. 001D
On vehicles with
a diesel engine,
the yellow
engine oil level
warning lamp
lights up
repeatedly
during the
journey. There is a malfunction in the engine oil level display.
X
Have the vehicle checked immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop. 001A
The yellow
coolant level
warning lamp
lights up while
the engine is
running. The coolant level is too low.
Never run the engine if the coolant level is too low. The engine
could overheat and be damaged.
X
Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road
and traffic conditions.
X Switch off the engine and let it cool down.
X Add coolant and be sure to observe the warning notes
(Y page 244).
X If you need to add coolant frequently, have the engine cooling
system checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster
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Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0004 Solutions
0018
The yellow
engine
diagnostic
indicator lamp is
lit up or flashes
while the engine
is running. The injection control is malfunctioning.
The engine is running in emergency mode.
Engine power output may be reduced.
X
Have the vehicle checked at a qualified specialist workshop as
soon as possible.
In some states it is legally prescribed that after the check engine
indicator lamp lights up you must contact a qualified specialist
workshop immediately. Observe the legal requirements. 0018
The yellow
check engine
indicator lamp is
lit while the
engine is
running. The exhaust gas aftertreatment is malfunctioning or an emission
relevant malfunction has occurred. This malfunction or defect can
damage the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
After the first message and under normal operating conditions,
you can drive on for up to approximately 500 mi (800 km). Then
a warning tone sequence sounds and the engine can only be
started another 16 times.
X
Observe the messages in the display.
X Have the exhaust gas aftertreatment checked immediately at a
qualified specialist workshop.
In some states it is legally prescribed that after the check engine
indicator lamp lights up you must contact a qualified specialist
workshop immediately. Observe the legal requirements. 000D
If you turn the
key to
position 2in the
ignition lock, the
yellow preglow
indicator lamp
remains lit for
approximately
one minute. Or
the yellow
preglow
indicator lamp
lights up for
approximately
one minute while
the engine is
running. At extremely low temperatures, the engine may not start.
There is a malfunction in the preglow system.
X
Have any malfunction rectified at a qualified specialist
workshop. Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster
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Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0004 Solutions
0013
The yellow air
filter indicator
lamp is lit while
the engine is
running. The service limit for the air filter has been reached. The air filter
is dirty.
X
Have the air filter element replaced as soon as possible at a
qualified specialist workshop. 000A
The yellow tire
pressure
monitor warning
lamp comes on. G
WARNING
The tire pressure monitor indicates a rapid or severe loss of
pressure in at least one tire.
X Stop the vehicle without making any extreme steering
maneuvers or braking suddenly. Pay attention to the traffic
conditions while doing so.
X Check the tires and correctt he tire pressure. If a tire continues
to lose pressure, it must be replaced. Replace damaged tires
immediately.
The warning light will go out after the flat tire has been rectified
and you have been driving for a few minutes.
X Vehicles with steering wheel buttons: also observe the
messages in the display (Y page 192).000A
US vehicles
only:
The yellow tire
pressure
monitor warning
lamp flashes for
60 seconds and
then remains lit. The tire pressure monitor has malfunctioned.
X
Have the tire pressure monitor and the wheels checked at a
qualified specialist workshop. 000E
The yellow water
separator
indicator lamp is
lit when the
ignition is
switched on. The water that has collected in the water separator of the fuel filter
has reached the maximum level.
X
Drain the water separator (Y page 247).218
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Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0004 Solutions
000F
The yellow
washer fluid
level indicator
lamp for the
windshield
washer/
headlamp
cleaning system
is lit after the
engine is started
or while the
vehicle is in
motion. The water level is too low.
X
Add washer fluid (Y page 246). 0014
If you turn the
key in the
ignition lock to
position 2, the
red seat belt
warning lamp
lights up for
approximately
6s econds. The warning lamp is to remind you to fasten your seat belt.
X
Fasten seat belt (Y page 48). 0002
When the key is
turned to
position 2in the
ignition lock, the
yellow bulb
warning lamp
lights up. One of the exterior lighting bulbs is faulty, with the exception of
the perimeter lamps and the trailer lighting.
i
Depending on the equipment, the bulb failure indicator can fail
for all lamps with the exception of the turn signal lamps.
X Replace the faulty bulb as soon as possible (Y page 96).0004
The yellow "door
open" indicator
lamp is lit while
driving. The vehicle is moving without all doors or the hood being closed.
X
Close the doors or hood. 0004
The yellow "door
open" indicator
lamp is lit. The electrical step has retracted or extended only partially or not
at all.
X Make sure there is sufficien tfree space for the electrical step.
X Open or close the sliding door again.
X If the electrical step still does not extend or retract fully, push
the step in manually (Y page 72). Before stepping out, remind
the passengers that the step is missing. Indicator and warnin
glamps in the instrument cluster
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Useful information
............................222
Stowage spaces and stowage com-
partments .......................................... 222
Folding table in the twin co-driver's
seat .................................................... 225
Cup holder ......................................... 226
Bottle holder ..................................... 227
Ashtray .............................................. 227
Cigarette lighter ................................ 227
12 Vsocket ....................................... 228
Mobile phone ..................................... 228
Additional communications equip-
ment ................................................... 229 221Stowing and features

Eyeglasses compartment in the
overhea
dcontrol panel X
To open: briefly press cover 0005.
The eyeglasses compartmen tfolds out.
X To close: press the eyeglasses
compartment into the overhead control
panel until it engages. Dashboard stowage compartment
G
WARNING
Objects protruding from the stowage
compartment above the co-driver front air bag
could obstruct or even prevent deployment of
the co-driver front air bag. The co-driver front
air bag may then fail to provide the intended
protection. There is an increased risk of
injury.
Do not place any protruding objects in the
stowage compartment above the co-driver
front air bag.
! The right and left storage spaces may be
loaded with a maximum of 11 lb (5 kg) each. Stowage space (example: co-driver's side)
Stowage compartment in the center
console
Stowage compartment on the dashboard above
the center console (example with lid)
The stowage compartments on and in the
center console can be used to store small,
light objects.
X To open: pull release handle 0006.
Lid 0005swings up.
X To close: close lid0005and engage it.
The lid of the stowage compartment must
remain closed while the vehicle is in motion
to ensure that stowed objects are
contained safely.
The stowage compartments on and in the
center console can be used to store small,
light objects. Stowage spaces and stowage compartments
223Stowing and features Z