technical data MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2014 MY14 Operator’s Manual

the locking mechanism and out of the load-
ing rail through a recess.
Carrier systems
G
WARNING
When you load the roof, the center of gravity
of the vehicle rises and the driving character-
istics change. If you exceed the maximum roof
load, the driving characteristics, as well as
steering and braking, will be greatly impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
Never exceed the maximum roof load and
adjust your driving style.
You can find information about the maximum
roof load in the "Technical data" section
(Y page 331).
! Make sure that:
R the screws for the roof carrier are tight-
ened in the sliding blocks to a torque of
6.0 – 7.4 lb-ft (8 – 10 Nm)
R the bolts, when tightened, do not touch
the rails.
R the slot nuts are not located in the area
of the plastic caps.
R the slot nuts have the right cross-section.
R the mounting rails in the interior are free
of dirt.
R the screws are retightened evenly after
approximately 300 miles (500 km).
We recommend that you only use roof
racks tested and approved by Sprinter.
These help avoid vehicle damage.
! If you want to retrofit securing rails, have
it done at a qualified specialist workshop.
You could otherwise damage the vehicle. 0043
Securing rails
It is possible to install a roof carrier if your
vehicle is equipped with securing rails on the
roof. Special mounting elements (grooved
plates) are available as accessories.
These mounting elements are available at any
authorized Sprinter Dealer. Carrier systems
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Overview of the engine compartment
Euro-6 engine
0043
Coolant expansion tank cap
(Ypage 255)
0044 DEF filler neck cap 4
(Y page 150)
0087 Engine oil filler neck cap (Y page 252)
0085 Brake fluid expansion tank cap
(Ypage 256)
0083 Washer fluid reservoir cap (Y page 257)
Regularly check the fluid level and the assem-
bly for leaks. If you detect fluid loss, e.g. oil
flecks on the vehicle parking space, consult
a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Engine oil
General notes !
Engine oil gets dirty in the course of oper-
ation and its quality and volume are gradu-
ally diminished. Regularly check the oil
level, and top up or have it replaced as
needed.
Observe the information on engine oils and oil
consumption in the "Technical data" section
(Y page 326).
You can check the oil level in the engine:
R on the display of the on-board computer
R with the oil dipstick Checking the oil level shown in the dis-
play If at extremely low temperatures no engine oil
level is displayed after 5 minutes, repeat the
engine oil level check after another
5 minutes.
If an oil level reading is still not displayed,
check the engine oil level with the dipstick.
Have the oil level display checked at a quali-
fied specialist workshop.
Only check the oil level when the engine is at
normal operating temperature.
X Park the vehicle on a level surface.
X Switch off the engine.
X Wait for five minutes.
X Turn the key to position 2in the ignition
lock.
The display is activated.
X Vehicles without steering wheel but-
tons: press the 0079menu button on the
instrument cluster (Y page 34) repeatedly
until the display shows the 00AFsymbol.
The --:-- --:-- display message appears in the
display while the engine oil level measure-
ment is running.
X Vehicles with steering wheel buttons:
press the 0098service button on the instru-
ment cluster (Y page 34).
The 00B2Engine Engine oil oillevel
level Measuring
Measuring
in progress
in progress display message appears in
the display while the engine oil level meas-
urement is in progress.
Display message for vehicles without
steering-wheel buttons: the display may
show the following messages after the engine
oil level measurement. 00AF
Action
OK OK X
Do not add oil. 4
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Washer fluid
G
WARNING
Windshield washer concentrate is highly flam-
mable. If it comes into contact with hot engine
components or the exhaust system it could
ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
Make sure that no windshield washer con-
centrate is spilled next to the filler neck.
! Only use washer fluid that is suitable for
plastic lamp lenses, e.g. MB SummerFit or
MB WinterFit. Unsuitable washer fluid
could damage the plastic lenses of the
headlamps. Example: washer fluid reservoir
Add windshield washer concentrate to the
washer fluid all year round. Observe the infor-
mation on washer fluid in the "Technical data"
section (Y
page 330).
Adding washer fluid
X Mix the washer fluid to the appropriate mix-
ing ratio in a container beforehand.
X Open the hood (Y page 250).
X Pull cap 0043on the washer fluid reservoir
upwards at the tab.
X Add the premixed washer fluid.
X Press cap 0043onto the filler neck until it
engages audibly.
X Close the hood. Fuel system
Draining the fuel filter G
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable. Improper handling
of fuel creates a risk of fire and explosion.
Avoid fire, open flames, smoking and creating
sparks under all circumstances. Switch off the
ignition and auxiliary heating before carrying
out work to the fuel system. Always wear pro-
tective gloves. H
Environmental note
Dispose of the water-fuel mixture in an envi-
ronmentally responsible manner.
! When the 00B8indicator lamp lights up,
drain the fuel filter with water separator
immediately. Otherwise, the engine may be
damaged. If the
00B8 indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster goes on, drain the fuel filter with water
separator 0087immediately.
i We recommend that you have this main-
tenance work carried out at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
X Park the vehicle safely and secure it from
rolling away.
X Switch off the auxiliary heating system .
X Switch off the engine.
X Open the hood (Y page 250).
X Place a suitable receptacle under drain
hose 0043. Engine compartment
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responsible manner. Comply with the instruc-
tions for use of the care products.
Do not run the engine for longer than neces-
sary when the vehicle is stationary.
Before having maintenance and repairs per-
formed, it is essential to read the materials
related to the maintenance and repairs:
R the applicable sections of the technical
documentation, e.g. the Operator's Manual
and workshop information.
R regulations such as industrial safety regu-
lations and accident prevention regula-
tions.
While working under the vehicle, you must
secure the vehicle on jack stands with suffi-
cient load capacity.
Never use the jack as a substitute. the vehi-
cle's jack is intended only to raise the vehicle
for a short time when changing a wheel. It is
not suited for performing maintenance work
under the vehicle.
Please also refer to the notes about qualified
specialist workshops (Y page 26).
The scope and regularity of the inspection
and maintenance work primarily depend on
the often diverse operating conditions. Spe-
cialist knowledge beyond the scope of this
Operator's Manual is required when carrying
out testing and maintenance work. This work
should only be carried out by trained staff.
The vehicle's Maintenance Booklet describes
the extent and frequency of the maintenance
work and contains additional information on
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty and on the
service products.
i Maintenance services must be carried out
in accordance with the provisions and rec-
ommendations in the Maintenance Book-
let.
Not doing so could void the warranty claim
and lead to refusal of goodwill gestures
after the manufacturer has submitted a
damage report. i
Observe the information on Sprinter orig-
inal parts in the "Technical data" section
(Y page 318). Service interval display
General notes A service that is due is displayed in the service
interval display about 1 month in advance. A
message is then displayed while the vehicle
is in motion or when the ignition is switched
on.
i
The service interval display does not pro-
vide information about the oil level. The
service interval display should therefore
not be confused with the 00B3engine oil
level display.
The service due date is displayed in days or
miles (kilometers), depending on the total
distance driven.
The symbols or letters on the service display
show the type of service that is due.
0099 orA
A for a minor service
009A orB B for a major service
Service due date display Vehicles with steering wheel buttons:
the
following messages may be displayed.
R 0099 Service A due in ... days
Service A due in ... days
R 0099 Service A due in ... mi Service A due in ... mi (kmkm)
R 0099 Service A Carry out now
Service A Carry out now
Vehicles without steering wheel buttons:
the following messages may be displayed.
R 0099 for service A
R 009A for Service B
Additionally, you will see the remaining dis-
tance in miles (mi mi) or kilometers (km km) or the
remaining time in days (d d). Maintenance
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Genuine Sprinter parts
.....................318
Vehicle electronics ...........................318
Identification plates .........................319
Service products and capacities .....320
Vehicle data ...................................... 331 317Technical data

Genuine Sprinter parts
! Air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devi-
ces, as well as control units and sensors for
these restraint systems, may be installed in
the following areas of your vehicle:
R doors
R door pillars
R door sills
R seats
R cockpit
R instrument cluster
R center console
Do not install accessories such as audio
systems in these areas. Do not carry out
repairs or welding. You could impair the
operating efficiency of the restraint sys-
tems.
Have aftermarket accessories installed at
a qualified specialist workshop. H
Environmental note
We supply reconditioned assemblies and
parts which are of the same quality as new
parts. The same New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty applies as for new parts.
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. If individual or
official approval is given, we assume no
responsibility for use in Sprinter vehicles.
In some countries, certain parts are only offi-
cially approved for installation or modification
if they comply with legal requirements. All
genuine Sprinter parts satisfy these require-
ments. Make sure that all parts are suitable
for your vehicle. All authorized Sprinter Dealers maintain a
supply of genuine Sprinter parts for required
service and repair work. Also, the strategi-
cally distributed parts delivery centers pro-
vide quick and reliable parts service.
Always specify the vehicle identification num-
ber (VIN) and engine number when ordering
genuine Sprinter parts (Y page 319). Vehicle electronics
Tampering with the engine electron-
ics
G
WARNING
Always have work on the engine electronics
and related components carried out at a quali-
fied specialist workshop. Otherwise, the vehi-
cle's operating safety could be affected.
! Only have engine electronics and the cor-
responding parts, such as control units,
sensors or connector leads, serviced in a
qualified specialist workshop. Otherwise,
the vehicle parts may wear more quickly.
This can lead to loss of the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Installing electrical or electronic
equipment
G
WARNING
You and others may damage your health due
to excessive electromagnetic radiation. By
using an external antenna, the possible health
risks of electromagnetic fields, which are
under discussion among the scientific com-
munity, should be largely prevented.
Therefore, only have the exterior antenna
installed at a qualified specialist workshop.
Electrical and electronic devices may have a
detrimental effect on both the comfort and
the operating safety of the vehicle. If equip-
ment of this kind is retrofitted, its electro- 318
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magnetic compatibility must be checked and
verified.
If these devices are linked to functions asso-
ciated with resistance to interference, they
must have type approval. This applies to the
device or its interfaces to the vehicle elec-
tronics, e.g. charging brackets.
A telephone or two-way radio to be installed
in the vehicle must be approved. Further
information can be obtained from any
Sprinter Dealer.
For operation of mobile phones and two-way
radios, we recommend connection to an
approved exterior antenna. This is the only
way to ensure optimum reception quality
inside the vehicle and to minimize mutual
interference between the vehicle electronics,
mobile phones and two-way radios.
The transmission output of the mobile phone
or two-way radio may not exceed the follow-
ing maximum transmission output (PEAK): Frequency range Maximum trans-
mission output
(PEAK)
Short wave
(f < 50 MHz) 100 W
4 m waveband 30 W
2 m waveband 50 W
Trunked radio/Tetra 35 W
70 cm waveband 35 W
GSM 900/AMPS 10 W
GSM 1800 10 W
UMTS 10 W Identification plates
Vehicle identification plate with vehi-
cle identification number (VIN)
Vehicle identification plate for vehicles or chassis
on the base of the driver's seat
X
Open the driver’s door.
You will see vehicle identification plate 0043
with the vehicle identification number
(VIN), the paint code and the permissible
weight data. Example: vehicle identification plate (US vehicles)
Example: chassis identification plate (US vehicles) Identification plates
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Example: chassis identification plate (vehicles for
Canada)
0044 VIN
0087 Paint code Engine compartment
0085
VIN (stamped on the rear wall of the
engine compartment)
0083 Engine number (stamped on the crank-
case)
0084 Emission Control Information and engine
oil 9
instruction labels
X Open the hood (Y page 250). Example: Emission Control Information label
i
Such data is vehicle-specific and may dif-
fer from that shown. Always observe the
specifications on your vehicle's identifica-
tion plate. Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the crank-
case. More information may be obtained at
any qualified specialist workshop. Service products and capacities
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Service products may be poisonous and haz-
ardous to health. There is a risk of injury.
Comply with instructions on the use, storage
and disposal of service products on the labels
of the respective original containers. Always
store service products sealed in their original
containers. Always keep service products out
of the reach of children. H
Environmental note
Dispose of service products in an environ-
mentally responsible manner.
9 Also observe the notes on engine oil for diesel engines in the "Technical data" section. 320
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Service products include the following:
R Fuels, e.g. diesel
R Additives for the exhaust gas aftertreat-
ment, e.g. Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
R Lubricants, e.g. engine oil, transmission oil
R Coolant
R Brake fluid
R Washer fluid
R Climate control system refrigerants
Approved service products comply with the
highest quality standards and are listed in the
MB Specifications for Service Products. Only
use service products approved for the vehi-
cle. This is an important condition for the war-
ranty.
You will recognize the approved service prod-
ucts by the inscription on the container: MB
Approval (e.g. MB Approval 228.5)
Other identifications and recommendations
refer to quality level or a specification accord-
ing to an MB Sheet Number (e.g. MB 228.5).
They are therefore not necessarily approved.
Further information can be obtained at any
qualified specialist workshop.
Additives for approved service products are
neither required nor permitted. Approved fuel
additives are the exception. Additives can
cause engine damage and must therefore not
be added to the service products.
The use of additives is always the responsi-
bility of the vehicle operator. The use of addi-
tives may result in the restriction or loss of
your Limited Warranty entitlements. Fuel
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable. Improper handling
of fuel creates a risk of fire and explosion. Avoid fire, open flames, smoking and creating
sparks under all circumstances. Switch off the
engine and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating
before refueling.
G
WARNING
Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health.
There is a risk of injury.
You must make sure that fuel does not come
into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing
and that it is not swallowed. Do not inhale fuel
vapors. Keep fuel away from children.
If you or others come into contact with fuel,
observe the following:
R Wash away fuel from skin immediately
using soap and water.
R If fuel comes into contact with your eyes,
immediately rinse them thoroughly with
clean water. Seek medical assistance with-
out delay.
R If fuel is swallowed, seek medical assis-
tance without delay. Do not induce vomit-
ing.
R Immediately change out of clothing which
has come into contact with fuel.
When handling, storing and disposing of fuels,
please observe the relevant regulations. Service products and capacities
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Tank contents
Depending on equipment, the total capacity
of the fuel tank may vary. Total capacity
210 CDI, 213 CDI, 216 CDI,
219 CDI, 310 CDI, 313 CDI,
316 CDI, 319 CDI, 510 CDI,
513 CDI, 516 CDI, 519 CDI
216, 316, 516 Approx-
imately 75 l
Or
Approx- imately
100 l 10
Or
Approx- imately
72 l 11 of which reserve fuel
Models with approximately
72 l total capacity Approx-
imately 12 l Models with approximately
75 l total capacity Approx-
imately 13 l Models with approximately
100 l total capacity Approx-
imately 20 l Diesel
Fuel grade
G
WARNING
If you mix diesel fuel with gasoline, the flash
point is lower than that of pure diesel fuel.
When the engine is running, exhaust system
components could overheat without being
noticed. There is a risk of fire.
Never refuel with gasoline. Never mix gasoline
with diesel fuel.
! Filter the fuel before transferring it to the
vehicle if you are refueling the vehicle from
barrels or containers. This will prevent malfunctions in the fuel
system due to contaminated fuel.
! Vehicles without a diesel particle fil-
ter: in countries where only diesel fuel with
a high sulfur content is available, you will
need to carry out your vehicle's oil change
at shorter intervals. Further information on
oil change intervals can be obtained at a
qualified specialist workshop.
! Sprinter with Euro 3 diesel engine
You will damage the diesel engine and the
diesel particle filter (DPF) if you refuel with
the following diesel fuels:
R diesel fuel with a sulfur content of more
than 2,500 ppm
R diesel fuel with a bio-diesel content of
more than 10%
R diesel fuel with a bio-diesel content of up
to 10%, which does not fulfill the require-
ments stated under "Fuel grade"
! Sprinter with Euro 4 diesel engine
You will damage the diesel engine and the
diesel particle filter (DPF) if you refuel with
the following diesel fuels:
R diesel fuel with a sulfur content of more
than 500 ppm
R diesel fuel with a bio-diesel content of
more than 7%
R diesel fuel with a bio-diesel content of up
to 7%, which does not fulfill the require-
ments stated under "Fuel grade"
! Sprinter with Euro 5 diesel engine
You will damage the diesel engine and the
diesel particle filter (DPF) if you refuel with
the following diesel fuels:
R low-sulfur diesel fuel with a maximum
sulfur content of 500 ppm
R diesel fuel with a sulfur content of more
than 50 ppm
10 Optional equipment.
11 Only valid for low chassis vehicles. 322
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