tire pressure MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2013 MY13 Operator’s Manual

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12 Vsocket ........................................ 228 A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message ............................ 197
Function/notes ................................ 56
Important safety notes ....................56
Indicator lamp ................................ 210
Accessories and conversions
see Add-on equipment
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification .................113
Activating/deactivating the roof
ventilator ........................................... 129
Additional indicators Changing bulbs (roof) ....................101
Additives
Diese l............................................ 318
Engine oil ....................................... 322
Flow improver ................................ 318
Add-on equipment ............................... 27
Adjusting Air vents ........................................ 117
Adjusting the headlamp range ...........93
ADR( working speed governor) ........167
Airb ags
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger )....................................... 45
Important safety notes ....................44
Safety guidelines ............................. 43
Thoraxbag ........................................ 45
Windo wcurtain air bag .................... 46
Air-conditioning system
Refrigerant ..................................... 326
see Climate control
Airf ilter
Indicator lamp ................................ 218
Air pressure
see Tire pressure
Air-recirculation mode
Importan tsafet ynotes .................. 116
Switching on/off ........................... 116
Airv ents ............................................ .117
Adjusting for the passenger
compartment ................................. 117Adjusting on the roof
.....................118
Important safety notes ..................117
Setting the center air vents ...........117
Setting the side air vents ...............117
see Climate control
Anti-loc kBraking System
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-theft system
Interio rmotion sensor ..................... 61
Armrests .............................................. 84
Ashtray ............................................... 227
ASR (acceleration skid control) Activating/deactivating ...................58
Display message ............................ 198
Function/notes ................................ 58
Important safety notes ....................58
Indicator lamp ................................ 210
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ...................60
Switching off the alarm ....................60
Attachments
see Add-on equipment
Authorized workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
Automatic climate control
see Climate control
Automatic headlamp mode ................91
Automatic locking ............................... 69
Automatic transmission Accelerator pedal position .............140
Changing gea r............................... 139
Changing gea ryourself .................. 139
Driving tips .................................... 140
Emergency running mode ..............141
Important safety notes ..................138
Kickdow n....................................... 140
Maneuvering .................................. 140
Overview ........................................ 138
Problem (malfunction) ...................141
Releasing the parking lock
manually ........................................ 141
Selector leve r................................ 138
Selector leve rpositions ................. 139
Shift range s................................... 140
Starting the engine ........................134
Touchshift ...................................... 139
Trailer towing ................................. 140
Transmission oil change ................323 4
Index

Tank content
Fuelgauge ..................................... 177
Range (vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) ............................... 190
Reserve fuel warning lamp .............216
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 316
Cargo tie-down points .................... 327
Cargo tie-down rings ..................... .327
Loading rails .................................. 327
Roo fcarrier .................................... 327
Tires/wheel s................................. 285
Trailer tow hitch ............................. 328
Vehicle data ................................... 326
Telephone .......................................... 228
Telephone (on-board computer) Accepting an incoming call ............191
Display messages ..........................209
Numbers from the phone book ......191
Operating ...................................... .190
Redialing ........................................ 192
Rejecting or ending a call ..............191
Temperature
Outside temperature ..................... .177
Setting (climate control) ................113
Setting the unit (vehicle swith
steerin gwheel buttons) .................184
Theft deterrent systems
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) .........60
Immobilize r...................................... 60
Theft-deterrent systems
Tow-awa yalarm ............................... 60
Thoraxbag ............................................ 45
Tightening torques for wheel nuts/
wheel bolts ........................................ 307
Time Setting the time (vehicles without
steering wheel buttons) .................179
Setting the time (vehicle swith
steerin gwheel buttons) .................186
Timer
Activating ....................................... 123
Important safety notes ..................122
Overview ........................................ 123
Setting the heating level (auxiliary
heating) ......................................... 125
Setting the preselectio ntime
(auxiliary heating) .......................... 124Setting weekday, time and
operating duratio
n(auxiliary
heating )......................................... 123
Switching immediate heating
mode on/off (auxiliary heating) .....124
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) .....281
Checking manually ........................280
Display messages (vehicles
without steering wheel buttons) ....194
Display messages (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) .................207
Maximum ....................................... 280
Notes ............................................. 279
Not reached (tire sealant) ..............301
Reached (tire sealant) ....................301
Recommended ............................... 278
Setting the unit (vehicle swith
steerin gwheel buttons) .................186
Tire label ................................ 278, 279
Tire pressure loss warning system .282
Tire pressure monitor Display message ............................ 207
Indicator lamp ................................ 218
Tire pressure monitoring system
Checking the tire pressure
electronically ................................. 282
Function/notes ............................. 281
Restarting ...................................... 283
Warning lamp ................................. 282
Tire pressure table ............................285
Tires Aspect ratio (definition) .................294
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) ....................293
Bar (definition) ............................... 292
Changing awheel .......................... 302
Characteristics .............................. 292
Checking ........................................ 275
Definition of terms .........................292
Direction of rotatio n...................... 303
Distributio nofthe vehicle
occupants (definition) ....................295
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) .............................................. .292
DOT (Department of
Transportation) (definition) ............293 18
Index

GAWR (Gross Axle Weigh
tRating)
(definition) ..................................... 293
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight)
(definition) ..................................... 293
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
(definition) ..................................... 293
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) (definition) .........................293
Important safety notes ..................274
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ......293
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ...........293
Labeling (overview )........................ 289
Load bearing index (definition) ......294
Load index ..................................... 291
Load index (definition) ...................294
M+S tires ....................................... 276
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 293
Maximum load on a tire
(definition) ..................................... 294
Maximum permissible tire
pressure (definition) ....................... 294
Maximum tire loa d......................... 291
Maximum tire load (definition) .......294
Optional equipment weight
(definition) ..................................... 294
PSI (pounds per square inch)
(definition) ..................................... 294
Replacing ....................................... 302
Service life ..................................... 276
Sidewall (definition) .......................294
Speed rating (definition) ................293
Storing ........................................... 303
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 292
Summer tires ................................. 276
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 294
Tire bea d(definition) ...................... 294
Tire pressure (definition) ................294
Tire pressures (recommended )...... 293
Tire size (data) ............................... 285
Tire size designation, load-bearing
capacity, speed rating .................... 290
Tire tread ....................................... 275
Tire tread (definition) .....................294
Total load limit (definition) .............295 Traction (definition)
.......................295
TWR (permissible trailer drawbar
noseweight) (definition) .................295
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standard s(definition) .................... 293
Unladen weight (definition) ............294
valve, Snap-In ................................ 280
Wea rindicato r(definition) .............295
Whee lrim (definition ).................... 293
Tire sealant
Storage location ............................ 265
Using ............................................. 295
Top Tether ............................................ 53
Touchshift (automatic
transmission) ..................................... 139
Tow-away alarm Arming/deactivating ........................61
Deactivating .................................... .61
Operation ........................................ .60
Towing
If the vehicl eisstuck..................... 270
Important safety guidelines ...........268
Installing/removing the towing
eye. ................................................ 269
In the event of malfunction s.......... 269
With a raised front or rear axle ......269
Towing atrailer
Axle load ,permissible .................... 329
Cleaning the trailer tow hitch ......... 260
Coupling up atrailer ...................... 171
Decoupling atrailer ....................... 172
Driving tips .................................... 168
Important safety notes ..................168
Installing and removing the ball
coupling ......................................... 170
Notes on retrofitting ......................328
Power supply ................................. 174
Trailer loads ................................... 329
Towing away
With both axles on the ground .......270
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............271
Important safety notes ..................268
Trailer
Brake force booster malfunction ...211
Trailer coupling
see Towing atrailer
see Trailer tow hitch Index
19

Electrical ste
p................................ 219
ESP ®
.............................................. 210
ESP ®
function ................................ 213
Overview .......................................... 34
Seat bel t........................................ 219
Warning- and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 210
Air filter .......................................... 218
ASR ................................................ 210
BAS ................................................ 210
Battery charg e............................... 214
Brake wea r.................................... 214
Bulbs .............................................. 219
Doors ............................................. 219
Engine oil leve l............................... 214
Preglow .......................................... 217
Reserve fuel ................................... 216
Tire pressure monitor ....................218
Water separator ............................. 218
Windshield washer fluid .................219
Warning lamp .................................... 265
Warning triangle ................................ 265
Washer fluid Adding ........................................... 246
Capacities ...................................... 326
Display message ............................ 209
Indicator lamp ................................ 219
Notes ............................................. 326
Wiping with .................................... 103
Wheels
Changing awheel .......................... 302
Checking ........................................ 275
Cleaning ......................................... 258
Important safety notes ..................274
Interchanging/changing ................302
Mounting awheel .......................... 303
Removing and mounting the spare
wheel ............................................. 309
Storing ........................................... 303
Tightening torque ........................... 307
Window curtain air bag ....................... 46
Windows see Side windows
Windshiel dheating
Problem (malfunction) ...................115
Switching on/off ........................... 115Windshiel
dwasher fluid
Adding ........................................... 246
Indicator lamp ................................ 219
Windshiel dwipers
Problem (malfunction) ...................105
Rain and light sensor .....................103
Rea rwindow wiper ........................ 104
Replacing the wiper blades ....103, 104
Setting the sensitivity (vehicles
with steering wheel buttons and
rain/light sensor) ........................... 189
Switching on/off ........................... 103
Wiping with windshield washer
fluid ............................................... 103
Winte rdiesel ..................................... 318
Winte rdriving
Slippery roa dsurface s................... 152
Snow chains .................................. 277
Winter operation
General notes ................................ 276
Radiator cover ................................. 28
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 276
Setting alimit speed ...................... 149
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 258
Replacing ....................................... 104
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop Index
21

Protection of the environment
General notes
H
Environmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of
comprehensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected
by these factors:
R operating conditions of your vehicle
R your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
R avoid short trips as these increase fuel
consumption.
R always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
R do not carry any unnecessary weight.
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 service intervals.
R always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
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 drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
R avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking. R
change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to 0004of its maximum engine speed.
R switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
R keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel
consumption. Environmental issues and
recommendations
When prompted by this Operator's Manual to
dispose of materials, please try to regenerate
and recycle these materials. Observe all
relevant environmental guidelines and
regulations when disposing of materials. This
helps to protect the environment. Product information
We recommend original Sprinter parts and
conversion parts and accessories that have
been approved expressly for the type of
vehicle concerned.
We test genuine Sprinter parts, as well as
conversion parts and accessories that have
been specifically approved for the type of
vehicle, for:
R reliability
R safety
R suitability
Despite ongoing market research, we are
unable to assess other parts. We therefore
accept no responsibility for the use of such
parts in a Sprinter, even if they have been
independently or officially approved.
Genuine Sprinter parts, as well as specifically
approved conversion parts and accessories,
can be obtained at an authorized Sprinter
Dealer. Here you will receive advice about
permissible technical modifications, and the
parts will be professionally installed. 22
Introduction

Indicator and warning lamps
Instrumen
tcluster on vehicles without steering
wheel buttons Instrument cluster in vehicles with steering-wheel buttons
Function Page
0005
Speedometer with
warning and indicator
lamps
000D
ESP
®
warning lamp 57
ASR warning lamp 58
001A
Coolant level too low 215
0014
Coolant temperature too
high
215
0008
Restraint systems
malfunction
42
0008
Brake fluid level too low 211
EBD malfunctioning 210
Trailer brake force booster
malfunction
211
001D
Engine oil level warning 214 Function Page
0018
Check engine indicator
lamp 216
Exhaust gas aftertreatment
malfunction 213
000D
Preglow 134
Preglow system
malfunction
217
0006
Indicator and warning
lamps
0002
Left-hand turn signal 92
000E
ABS malfunction 210
000A
Tire pressure loss or the tire
pressure monitor is
malfunctioning (USA only) 218
Tire pressure loss (Canada
only) 28234
Instrument clusterAt a glance

Driving safet
ysystems Driving safety systems overview
In this section, you will find information about
the following driving safety systems:
R ABS ( Anti-lock BrakingSystem)
R BAS ( Brake Assist System)
R ASR (Acceleration SkidControl)
R ESP ®
(Electronic StabilityProgram)
R EBD ( Electronic Brake Force Distribution) Important safety notes
If you fail to adapt yourd riving style or if you
are inattentive, the driving safety systems can
neither reduce the risk of accident nor
override the laws of physics. Driving safety
systems are merely aids designed to assist
driving. You are responsible for the distance
to the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed and
for braking in good time. Always adapt your
driving style to the prevailing road and
weather conditions and maintai nasufficient,
safe distance from other road users. Drive
carefully.
The driving safety systems described can only
attain their maximum effectiveness when
there is optimum contact between the tires
and the road can. Therefore pay special
attention to the information on tires, the
recommended minimum tire tread, etc., in
the "Wheels and tires" section (Y page 274).
In wintry driving conditions, always use winter
tires (M+S tires) and if necessary, snow
chains. Only in this way will the driving safety
systems described in this section work as
effectively as possible. ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Important safety notes Note the section on 'Important safety notes'
(Y
page 56). G
WARNING
If ABS is faulty, the wheels could lock when
braking. The steerability and braking
characteristics may be severely impaired.
Additionally, further driving safety systems
are deactivated. There is an increased danger
of skidding and accidents.
Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked
immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop.
If ABS is malfunctioning, other systems will
also fail, including driving safety systems.
Observe the information relating to the 000E
(Y page 210) warning lamp.
ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way
that the wheels do not lock when you brake.
This allows you to continue steering the
vehicle when braking.
ABS acts from a speed of about 5 mph
(8 km/h) upwards, regardless of road surface
conditions. ABS works on slippery surfaces,
even when you only brake gently.
The yellow 000Ewarning lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up when the ignition
is switched on. The lamp goes out when the
engine starts running.
Braking X
If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the
brake pedal with force until the braking
situation is over.
X To make a full brake application:
depress the brake pedal with full force.
If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel
a pulsating in the brake pedal.
The pulsating brake pedal can be an
indication of hazardous road conditions and
functions as a reminder to take extra care
while driving. BAS (Brake AssistS
ystem)
Note the section on 'Important safety notes'
(Y page 56). 56
Driving safety systemsSafety

i
To unlock the steering, move the steering
wheel slightly while turning the key to
position 1. Preparing for a journey
Visual check of the vehicle exterior X
In particular, check the following
components on the vehicle, and on the
trailer as necessary:
R
license plates, vehicle lighting, turn
signals, brake lamps and wiper blades for
dirt and damage
R tires and wheels for firm seating, correct
tire pressure and general condition
R trailer tow hitch for play and security
i The trailer coupling is one of the most
importan tvehicle parts with regard to road
safety. The separate instructions issued by
the manufacturer pertaining to operation,
care and maintenance should be observed.
X Rectify any noticeable defects before
commencing the journey.
Checks in the vehicle Emergency equipment/first-aid kit
X
Check the equipment to make sure that it
is accessible, complete and ready for use.
The first aid and breakdown assistance
equipment is in the fron tdoor stowage
compartments and behind the driver's seat.
Vehicle lighting
X Turn the key to position 2in the ignition
lock.
X Check the lighting system with the aid of a
second person.
X Replace defective bulbs (Y page 96). Before driving off
G
WARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell may restrict
the clearance around the pedals or block a
depressed pedal. This jeopardizes the
operating and road safety of the vehicle.
There is a risk of an accident.
Stow all objects securely in the vehicle so that
they do not get into the driver's footwell.
When using floormats or carpets, make sure
that they are properly secured so that they do
not slip or obstruct the pedals. Only use non-
slip floormats. G
WARNING
Unsuitable footwear can hinder correc tusage
of the pedals, e.g.:
R shoes with thick soles
R shoes with high heels
R slippers
There is a risk of an accident.
Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct
usage of the pedals.
X Secure the load as per the loading
guidelines (Y page 232).
X Make sure that the floormats and carpets
are properly secured so that they cannot
slip and obstruct the pedals.
X Close all doors. Starting the engine
G
WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling
these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There
is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave
the engine running in enclosed spaces
without sufficient ventilation.
! Do not depress the accelerator pedal
when starting the engine.
X Before starting the engine, make sure that: 134
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Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle covers
a distance of 44 feet (approximatel
y14 m)
every second. G
WARNING
If you switch off the ignition while driving,
safety-relevant functions are only available
with limitations, or not at all. This could affect,
for example, the power steering and the brake
boosting effect. You will require considerably
more effort to steer and brake .There is a risk
of an accident.
Do not switch off the ignition while driving.
! Always observe the ground clearance of
the vehicle and avoid obstacles. On
vehicles with a step, ground clearance is
further restricted. Obstacles can damage
the vehicle.
If you must drive over obstacles, drive
especially slowly and carefully. If
necessary, have another person direct you.
Drive sensibly–s ave fuelIn orde
rto save fuel, observe the following
tips:
X The tires should always be inflated to the
recommended tire pressure.
X Remove unnecessary loads.
X Remove roof carriers when they are not
needed.
X Warm up the engine at low engine speeds.
X Avoid frequent acceleration or braking.
X Have all maintenance work carried out as
indicated by the service intervals in the
Maintenance Booklet or by the service
interval display.
Fuel consumption also increases when
driving in cold weather, in stop-start traffic
and in mountainous terrain. Overrun cutoff If you are in overrun mode and take your foot
off the accelerator pedal, the fuel supply is
cut off when the engine speed is out of the
idle speed control range.
Drinking and driving
G
WARNING
Drinking and driving and/or taking drugs and
driving are very dangerous combinations.
Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can
affect your reflexes, perceptions and
judgment.
The possibility of a serious or even fatal
accident are greatly increased when you drink
or take drugs and drive.
Do not drink or take drugs and drive or allow
anyone to drive who has been drinking or
taking drugs.
Emission control G
WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling
these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There
is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave
the engine running in enclosed spaces
without sufficient ventilation.
Certain engine systems are designed to keep
the level of poisonous substances in exhaust
fumes within legal limits.
These systems only work optimally if they are
maintained exactly in accordance with the
manufacturer's specifications. Any work on
the engine should therefore be carried out by
qualified and authorized technicians at a
Sprinter dealer.
The engine settings must not be changed
under any circumstances. In addition, all
specific maintenance work must be carried
out at regular intervals and in accordance
with the service requirements of the dealer 148
Driving tipsDriving and parking

listed here on the inside title page. Details can
be found in the Maintenance Booklet. Short journey
! 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 (50 0km). This ensures sufficient
regeneration of the diesel particle filter.
Therefore, if you mainl ydrive short distances,
drive on a freeway or an inter-urban road for
20 minutes every 300 miles (500 km). This
facilitates the diesel particl efilter's burn-off
process. Speed limiter
G
WARNING
Exceeding the stated tir eload-bearing
capacity and the approved maximum speed
could lead to tire damage or the tire bursting.
There is a risk of accident.
Therefore, only use tire types and sizes
approved for your vehicle model. Observe the
tire load rating and speed rating required for
your vehicle.
As the driver, you must find out about the
maximum speed of the vehicle and the
resulting permissible maximum speed of the
tires (tire and tire pressure). In particular, also
observe the tire approval regulations for each
country.
You must not exceed the speed limit for the
tires listed in the tire pressure tables. You can
find information on tire pressures in the
"Wheels and tires" section (Y page 278).You can permanently limit the maximum
speed of your vehicle to 75 mph (120 km/h).
We recommend that you use an authorized
Sprinter Dealer for the programming of the
maximum speed.
Before overtaking, take into consideration
that the engine speed limiter prevents the
speed increasing beyond the programmed
maximum speed. Driving abroad
Service An extensive network of authorized Sprinter
Dealers is also at your disposal when you are
traveling abroad. Nevertheless, please bear
in mind that service facilities or replacement
parts may not always be immediately
available. You can obtain
alist of workshops
at any authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Fuel In some countries, only fuels with a higher
sulfur conten
tare available.
Unsuitable fuel can cause engine damage.
You will find information on fuels in the
"Service products and capacities" section
(Y page 317).
Low-beam headlamps If you are traveling in countries where
vehicles are drive
nonthe opposite side of the
road to that in which the vehicle is registered,
you will need to:
R have the halogen headlamps partially
masked
R have the Bi-Xenon headlamps set to
symmetrical low beam
This prevents glare to oncoming traffic and no
longer illuminates the edge of the road to the
same height and distance.
Have the headlamps masked or adjusted at a
qualified specialist workshop before you Driving tips
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