brake fluid MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2014 MY14 Operator’s Manual

Trailer towing
................................. 146
Transmission oil change ................328
Automatic transmission emer-
gency mode ....................................... 147
Auxiliary heating Activating/deactivating heater
booster mode ................................ 130
Conditions for switching on ...........123
Heating time .................................. 123
Important safety notes ..................122
Operating with the button (control
panel) ............................................ 124
Operation with the remote
control ........................................... 125
Operation with the timer ................127
Problem (malfunction) ...................132
Selecting a switch-on time ............. 124
Setting the switch-on time .............125
see Auxiliary heating
AUX port ............................................ .240
Axle load, permissible (trailer tow-
ing) ...................................................... 333 B
Backup lamps Replacing bulbs ............................. 103
Backup lamps (Chassis Cab)
Replacing bulbs ............................. 104
BAS (Brake Assist System)
Display message ............................ 207
Function/notes ................................ 57
Indicator lamp ................................ 221
Basic settings
see Settings
Battery
Isolating switch .............................. 136
Replacing (SmartKey) ......................69
Battery (SmartKey)
Checking .......................................... 68
Important safety notes ....................68
Replacing ......................................... 69
Battery (vehicle)
Care ............................................... 266
Charge indicator lamp ...................225
Charging ........................................ 266
Disconnecting and connecting
(driver's footwell) ........................... 262Disconnecting and connecting
(engine compartment)
...................264
Disconnecting and reconnecting
(base of driver's seat) ....................265
Display message ............................ 219
Important safety notes ..................260
Installing/removing (base of driv-
er's seat) ........................................ 266
Installing/removing (driver's foot-
well) ............................................... 263
Installing/removing (engine com-
partment) ....................................... 265
Jump starting ................................. 278
Location ......................................... 261
Removing/installing the floor cov-
ering (driver's footwell) ..................261
Before driving off
Important safety notes ..................138
Belt
see Seat belts
Bleeding the fuel system ..................143
Blind Spot Assist Activating/deactivating .................166
Notes/function .............................. 164
Trailer towing ................................. 166
Bodies
Body/equipment mounting direc-
tives for trucks ................................. 28
Bottle holder ...................................... 237
see Cup holder
Brake Assist System
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Brake fluid
Checking the level .........................256
Display message ............................ 208
Notes ............................................. 328
Warning lamp ................................. 222
Brake force distribution, elec-
tronic
see EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Brake lamps
Replacing bulbs ............................. 103
Brake lamps (Chassis Cab)
Replacing bulbs ............................. 104
Brake linings
Display message ............................ 207
Indicator lamp ................................ 225 Index
5

Brakes
ABS .................................................. 56
Adaptive Brake Assist ......................59
Applying the parking brake ............152
BAS .................................................. 57
Brake fluid (notes) .........................328
Checking brake fluid leve l.............. 256
Display messages ..........................207
EBD .................................................. 57
Important safety notes ..................156
Maintenance .................................. 221
Parking brake (notes) ..................... 157
Riding tips ...................................... 156
Brake system
Malfunction ................................... .207
Warning lamp ................................. 221
Breakdown
Fire extinguisher ............................ 278
First-aid kit .................................... 277
Jump-starting ................................. 278
Reflective safety jacket .................. 277
Vehicle tool kit ............................... 276
Warning lamp ................................. 277
Warning triangle ............................ 277
see Flat tire
see Towing away
see Tow-starting
Bulb
see Changing a bulb
Bulb failure indicator ..........................92C
Care Car wash ........................................ 267
Display ........................................... 272
Exterior lights ................................ 270
Notes ............................................. 267
Paint .............................................. 269
Plastic trim .................................... 272
Power washer ................................ 268
Rear view camera .......................... 271
Roof lining ...................................... 273
Seat belt ........................................ 273
Seat cover ..................................... 272
Selector lever ................................ 272
Sensors ......................................... 270
Sliding door ................................... 271Steering wheel
............................... 272
Step (electrical) ............................. 271
Trim pieces .................................... 272
Washing by hand ........................... 268
Washing the engine .......................269
Wheels ........................................... 269
Windows ........................................ 269
Wiper blades .................................. 270
Cargo compartment
Activating/deactivating ventila-
tion ................................................ 133
Cargo compartment floor ...................28
Cargo tie-down points and tie
downs
Important safety notes ..................244
Cargo tie-down rings
Installing ........................................ 246
Permissible tensile loa d................. 331
Car wash (care) ................................. 267
CD player/CD changer ......................190
Cell phone see Mobile phone
Center console overview ....................37
Central locking Automatic locking ............................ 71
Important safety notes ....................71
Locking/unlocking (buttons) ...........71
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........66
Locking/unlocking manually ............ 71
Central locking system
see Central locking
Changing bulbs
Additional indicators (roof) ............105
Backup lamp (Chassis Cab) ...........104
Backup lamps ................................ 103
Bi-Xenon bulbs ............................... 100
Brake lamps ................................... 103
Brake lamps (Chassis Cab) ............104
Cornering lamps ............................ 102
Courtesy lights ............................... 105
Daytime running lamps (halogen
headlamps) .................................... 102
Display message ............................ 210
Front interior light ..........................106
High-beam headlamps ...................101
Interior light ................................... 106
Interior lighting .............................. 106
License plate lamp .........................1046
Index

Remote control
Changing the operating duration
(auxiliary heating) .......................... 126
Replacing the battery (auxiliary
heating ) ........................................ 130
Switching on/off (auxiliary heat-
ing) ................................................ 126
Synchronizing (auxiliary heating) ...126
Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes ..................100
Navigation lights ............................ 101
Replacing the battery (auxiliary
heating remote control) .................... 130
Restraint system see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Reverse warning feature ..................140
Roof carrier Maximum payloa d.......................... 331
Notes ............................................. 247
Roof load (roof carrier) .....................331 S
Safety Children in the vehicle .....................50
Child restraint systems ....................50
Safety systems
see Driving safety systems
Seat belts
Adjusting the height ......................... 48
Belt force limiters ............................ 50
Belt warning/warning lamp .............49
Cleaning ......................................... 273
Correct usage .................................. 47
Display message ............................ 209
Emergency Tensioning Devices ....... .50
Fastening ......................................... 48
Important safety guidelines .............47
Safety guidelines ............................. 43
Warning lamp ................................. 230
Seat heating ........................................ .87
Seats Adjusting lumbar support ................83
Adjusting the co-driver's sea t.......... 83
Adjusting the head restraint ............86
Armrest ............................................ 87
Cleaning the cover .........................272Correct driver's seat position ........... 82
Folding seat
..................................... 85
Important safety notes ....................82
Rear bench seat ............................... 85
Seat heating .................................... 87
Setting the driver's seat ................... 83
Swivel seat ....................................... 84
Twin co-driver's seat ........................85
Securing loads
Important safety notes ..................244
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 272
Sensors (cleaning instructions) .......270
Service Center see Qualified specialist workshop
Service interval display
Calling up the service due date ...... 260
Exceeding a service due date ........260
Notes ............................................. 259
Service due date (automatic dis-
play) .............................................. .259
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 328
Coolant (engine) ............................ 329
Diesel ............................................ 321
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) .............324
Engine oil ....................................... 326
Fuel ................................................ 321
Important safety notes ..................320
Power steering fluid .......................328
Refrigerant ..................................... 330
Transmission oil ............................. 328
Washer fluid .................................. .330
Settings
Resetting all (vehicles with steer-
ing wheel buttons) .........................190
Resetting submenus (vehicles
with steering wheel buttons) .........191
Setting the air distribution ...............117
Setting the airflow ............................118
Setting the clock Vehicles without steering wheel
buttons .......................................... 185
Vehicles with steering wheel but-
tons ............................................... 193
Short journeys (diesel particle fil-
ter) ...................................................... 15516
Index

Ventilation
Setting the vents ........................... 121
Voltage supply
Fuses ............................................. 283W
Warning and indicator lamps Brakes ........................................... 222
Check Engine ................................. 227
Coolant .......................................... 226
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) .............224
Electrical step ................................ 230
ESP ®
.............................................. 221
ESP ®
function ................................ 224
Overview .......................................... 35
Seat belt ........................................ 230
Warning- and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 221
Air filter .......................................... 228
ASR ................................................ 221
BAS ................................................ 221
Battery charge ............................... 225
Brake wear .................................... 225
Bulbs .............................................. 230
Doors ............................................. 230
Engine oil level ............................... 225
Preglow .......................................... 228
Reserve fuel ................................... 227
Tire pressure monitor ....................229
Water separator ............................. 229
Windshield washer fluid .................229
Warning lamp .................................... 277
Warning triangle ................................ 277
Washer fluid Adding ........................................... 257
Capacities ...................................... 331
Display message ............................ 220
Indicator lamp ................................ 229
Notes ............................................. 330
Wiping with .................................... 107
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 307
Checking ........................................ 287
Cleaning ......................................... 269
Important safety notes ..................286
Interchanging/changing ................307
Mounting a wheel .......................... 308Removing and mounting the spare
wheel
............................................. 314
Storing ........................................... 308
Tightening torque ........................... 312
Window curtain air bag ....................... 46
Windows see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 118
Windshield heating
Problem (malfunction) ...................119
Switching on/off ........................... 119
Windshield washer fluid
Adding ........................................... 257
Indicator lamp ................................ 229
Windshield wipers
Problem (malfunction) ...................110
Rain and light sensor .....................107
Rear window wiper ........................108
Replacing the wiper blades ............108
Setting the sensitivity (vehicles
with steering wheel buttons and
rain/light sensor) ........................... 196
Switching on/off ........................... 107
Wiping with windshield washer
fluid ............................................... 107
Winter diesel ..................................... 323
Winter driving Slippery road surfaces ...................158
Snow chains .................................. 289
Winter operation
General notes ................................ 288
Radiator cover ................................. 28
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 288
Setting a limit speed ......................155
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 270
Replacing ....................................... 108
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop Index
21

ately to have the problem diagnosed and rec-
tified.
If the problem cannot be rectified to your sat-
isfaction there:
R please discuss the problem with a manage-
ment representative from the authorized
Sprinter Dealer.
R if necessary, contact the distributor named
on the inside of the front cover. Limited Warranty
! Follow the instructions in this Operator's
Manual about the proper operation of your
vehicle as well as about possible vehicle
damage. Damage to your vehicle that
arises from culpable contravention of these
instructions is not covered by the Limited
Warranty of the distributor named on the
inside of the front cover. Data stored in the vehicle
A wide range of electronic components in
your vehicle contain data memories.
These data memories temporarily or perma-
nently store technical information about:
R The vehicle's operating state
R Incidents
R Malfunctions
In general, this technical information docu-
ments the state of a component, a module, a
system or the surroundings.
These include, for example:
R operating conditions of system compo-
nents, e.g. fluid levels
R the vehicle's status messages and those of
its individual components, e.g. number of
wheel revolutions/speed, deceleration in
movement, lateral acceleration, accelera-
tor pedal position
R malfunctions and defects in important sys-
tem components, e.g. lights, brakes R
vehicle reactions and operating conditions
in special driving situations, e.g. air bag
deployment, intervention of stability
control systems
R ambient conditions, e.g. outside tempera-
ture
This data is of an exclusively technical nature
and can be used to:
R assist in recognizing and rectifying mal-
functions and defects
R analyze vehicle functions, e.g. after an acci-
dent
R optimize vehicle function
The data cannot be used to trace the vehicle's
movements.
When your vehicle is serviced, technical infor-
mation can be read from the event data mem-
ory and malfunction data memory.
Services include, for example:
R repair services
R service processes
R warranties
R quality assurance
It is read by employees of the service network
(including manufacturers) using special diag-
nostic devices. More detailed information is
obtained from it, if required.
After a malfunction has been rectified, the
information is deleted from the malfunction
memory or is continually overwritten.
When operating the vehicle, situations are
conceivable in which this technical data, in
connection with other information (if neces-
sary, under consultation with an authorized
expert), could be traced to a person.
Examples include:
R accident reports
R damages to the vehicle
R witness statements
Further additional functions that have been
contractually agreed upon with the customer
allow certain vehicle data to be conveyed by
the vehicle as well. The additional functions Introduction
29 Z

Indicator and warning lamps
Instrument cluster on vehicles without steering
wheel buttons Instrument cluster in vehicles with steering-wheel buttons
Function Page
0043
Speedometer with warn-
ing and indicator lamps
0072
ESP
®
warning lamp 221
ASR warning lamp 221
003F
Coolant level too low 226
00AC
Coolant temperature too
high 226
0075
Restraint systems malfunc-
tion 42
0065
Brake fluid level too low 222
EBD malfunctioning 221
Trailer brake force booster
malfunction
222
00B2
Engine oil level warning 225 Function Page
00B9
Check Engine indicator
lamp
227
0028
Preglow 138
Preglow system malfunc-
tion
228
0044
Indicator and warning
lamps
004A
Left-hand turn signal 95
0025
ABS malfunction 221
0077
Tire pressure loss or the tire
pressure monitor is mal-
functioning (USA only)
229
Tire pressure loss (Canada
only)
294Instrument cluster
35At a glance

Function Page
00B1
Fluid level too low in wind-
shield washer/headlamp
cleaning system
229
00E2
DEF supply low or contami-
nated/thinned
184
Exhaust gas aftertreatment
malfunction 224
00C7
Distance warning malfunc-
tioning
59
00B0
Lane Keeping Assist mal-
functioning
167
003E
Door or hood open 230
Electrically operated step
malfunction 230
0026
Brake pads/linings worn 225
0057
High-beam headlamps on 95
004D
Right-hand turn signal 95
003D
ASR malfunction 60
BAS malfunction 221
0089
ESP
®
malfunction 221
009F
Dirt accumulation in air fil-
ter
228 Function Page
00B4
Reserve fuel 183
Fuel filler cap open 227
00B8
Water in the fuel 229
003D
Battery charging malfunc-
tion
225
0049
Bulb defective 230
0087
Tachometer with warn-
ing and indicator lamps 0066
Parking brake applied 157
0058
Low-beam headlamps on 93
004E
Working speed governor
(ADR) on
172
0057
High-beam headlamps on 95
0077
Reserve fuel 227
Fuel filler cap open 227
0089
ESP
®
malfunction 221
0076
Fasten seat belts 230
i
Corresponding messages may also be
shown in the display (Y page 199).36
Instrument clusterAt a glance

X
Turn headlamp range control 0043to the cor-
responding position. The road ahead
should be lit up for 40 mto 100 mand the
low-beam headlamps should not cause
glare to oncoming traffic.
Select position 005Aif the vehicle is unladen. Cornering light function (vehicles
with Bi-Xenon headlamps)
The cornering lamps improve the illumination
of the road over a wide angle in the direction
you are turning, enabling better visibility in
tight bends, for example.
The cornering light function switches on
automatically, if:
R you are traveling at a speed of less than
25 mph (40 km/h) and you switch on a turn
signal or turn the steering wheel.
R you are traveling at a speeds of between
25 mph (40 km/h) and 43 mph (70 km/h)
and turn the steering wheel.
The cornering lamp may remain lit for a short
time, but is automatically switched off after
no more than 3 minute s.
i If reverse gear is engaged the lamp on the
opposite side of the vehicle switches on
instead. Hazard warning lamps
G
WARNING
The rear exterior light will be covered if you:
R open the rear doors by 90°
R open the rear dropside.
The vehicle will then be difficult for other road
users to see or will not be seen by them at all,
particularly if it is dark or visibility is poor.
There is a risk of an accident.
You should therefore ensure in this and simi-
lar situations that the vehicle is visible from
the rear in accordance with the relevant national regulations, by using the warning tri-
angle, for instance. Hazard warning lamp switch
X
To switch on/off: press the002Fhazard
warning lamp switch.
If you have indicated a turn while the hazard
warning lamps are switched on, only the turn
signal lamps on the side of the vehicle
selected will light up.
The hazard warning lamps switch on auto-
matically if:
R an air bag is deployed.
R you brake sharply and bring the vehicle to
a halt from a speed of more than 45 mph
(70 km/h).
If the hazard warning lamps have been
switched on automatically, press the 002F
hazard warning lamp switch to switch them
off.
i The hazard warning lamps work even
when the ignition is switched off. Headlamp cleaning system
The headlamps are cleaned automatically
with a high-pressure water jet if the "Wipe
with washer fluid" function is activated
(Y page 107) while the low-beam headlamps
are on and the engine is running.
Information on checking the washer fluid
level can be found in the "Maintenance and
care" (Y page 257) section. 96
Exterior lightingLights and windshield wipers

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0050
0050Solutions 0065
Brake fluid Visit Brake fluid Visit
workshop workshop There is insufficient brake fluid in the fluid reservoir.
G WARNING
Braking performance can be impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
X Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road
and traffic conditions.
X Check the brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir
(Y page 256).
If the brake fluid is below the MIN mark:
X Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
X Do not add brake fluid. This does not solve the problem.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
If the brake fluid is above the MIN mark:
X Drive on with care.
X Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. 0065
Brake Brake
force
forcedistri‐
distri‐
bution
bution EBD has been deactivated due to undervoltage.
The battery may not be being charged.
G WARNING
The rear wheels could lock when you apply the brakes. The braking
distance can increase in emergency braking situations.
There is an increased risk of skidding and accidents.
X Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road
and traffic conditions.
X Do not drive on.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. 0065
Brake Brake
force
forcedistri‐
distri‐
bution Visit work‐
bution Visit work‐
shop shop EBD has been deactivated due to a malfunction.
G WARNING
The rear wheels could lock when you apply the brakes. The braking
distance can increase in emergency braking situations.
There is an increased risk of skidding and accidents.
X Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road
and traffic conditions.
X Do not drive on.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. 208
Display
messagesOn-board computer and displays

Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0050
0050Solutions 0065
The red brake
system indicator
lamp is lit while
the engine is
running. There is insufficient brake fluid in the expansion tank.
G WARNING
Braking performance can be impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
X Vehicles with steering wheel buttons: also observe the mes-
sages in the display (Y page 199).
X Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road
and traffic conditions.
X Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank
(Y page 256).
X If the brake fluid is below the MIN mark: do not drive on!
X Do not add brake fluid. This does not solve the problem.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. 0065
When towing a
trailer: the red
brake system
indicator lamp is
lit while the
engine is run-
ning.
Additionally, a
warning tone
sounds. G
WARNING
The brake force booster in the trailer is faulty.
The driving and braking characteristics of your vehicle could
change. There is a risk of the trailer overbraking and of you losing
control over the truck/trailer combination.
There is a risk of an accident.
X Vehicles with steering wheel buttons: also observe the mes-
sages in the display (Y page 199).
X Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road
and traffic conditions.
X Do not drive on.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop. 003D
The yellow ASR/
BAS indicator
lamp is lit while
the engine is
running. ASR has been deactivated due to a malfunction.
The engine power output may be reduced.
G WARNING
The driven wheels can spin when accelerating.
There is an increased risk of skidding and accidents.
X Drive on with care.
X Consult a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible. 222
Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument clusterOn-board computer and displays