tire pressure MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2015 MY15 Operator’s Manual

1, 2, 3 ...
12 V socket ........................................ 236 A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Display message ............................ 204
Function/notes ................................ 57
Important safety notes .................... 57
Indicator lamp ................................ 218
Access step in the bumper
Cleaning .........................................2 69
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 117
Activating/deactivating the roof
ventilator .......................................... .133
Adaptive Brake Assist
Function/notes ............................ .162
ADAPTIVE ESP ®
see ESP ®
(Electronic Stability Program)
Add-on equipment ............................... 26
Additional indicators
Replacing bulbs (roof) .................... 104
Additives
Diesel ............................................ 320
Engine oil ....................................... 323
ADR (working speed governor) ........172
Air bags
Deployment ..................................... 49
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 48
Important safety notes .................... 47
Introduction ..................................... 47
Thoraxbag ........................................ 48
Window curtain air bag .................... 49
Air filter
Indicator lamp ................................ 225
Air pressure
see Tire pressure
Air vents
Adjusting for the passenger com-
partment ........................................ 121
Adjusting on the roof ..................... 121
Important safety notes .................. 120
Setting the center air vents ........... 121
Setting the side air vents .............. .121 Air-conditioning system
Refrigerant ..................................... 326
see Climate control
Air-recirculation mode
Important safety notes .................. 120
Switching on/off ........................... 120
Anti-lock Braking System
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-theft system
Interior motion sensor ..................... 62
Armrests .............................................. 87
Ashtray ............................................... 235
ASR (acceleration skid control)
Activating/deactivating ................... 58
Display message ............................ 205
Function/notes ................................ 58
Important safety notes .................... 58
Indicator lamp ................................ 218
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 61
Switching off the alarm .................... 61
Authorized workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
Automatic car wash (care) ...............265
Automatic climate control
see Climate control
Automatic headlamp mode ................ 93
Automatic locking ............................... 71
Automatic transmission
Accelerator pedal position ............. 144
Changing gear ............................... 143
Changing gear yoursel f.................. 143
Driving tips .................................... 144
Emergency running mod e.............. 145
Important safety notes .................. 142
Kickdown ....................................... 144
Maneuvering .................................. 144
Overview ........................................ 142
Problem (malfunction) ................... 145
Releasing the parking lock man-
uall y............................................... 145
Selector lever ................................ 142
Selector lever positions ................. 143
Shift ranges ................................... 144
Starting the engine ........................ 139
Touchshift ...................................... 143
Trailer towing ................................. 144 4
Index

Switching the surround lighting
on/off (on-board computer)
.............193
Swivel seat .......................................... .84T
Tachometer ........................................ 181
Tail lamps
Changing ....................................... 104
Replacing bulb s............................. 103
see Lights
Tail lamps (Chassis Cab)
Replacing bulb s............................. 104
Tank content
Fuel gaug e..................................... 181
Range (vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) ............................... 195
Reserve fuel warning lamp ............. 224
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 318
Cargo tie-down points .................... 327
Cargo tie-down rings ...................... 327
Loading rails .................................. 328
Roof carrier .................................... 328
Tires/wheels ......................... 294, 311
Trailer tow hitch ............................. 328
Vehicle data ................................... 327
Telephone .......................................... 236
Telephone (on-board computer)
Accepting an incoming cal l............ 196
Display messages .......................... 217
Numbers from the phone book ...... 196
Operating ....................................... 196
Redialing ........................................ 197
Rejecting or ending a call .............. 196
Temperature
Outside temperature ...................... 181
Setting (climate control )................ 117
Setting the unit (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 189
Theft deterrent systems
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 61
Immobilizer ...................................... 61
Tow-away alarm ............................... 62
Thoraxbag ............................................ 48
Tightening torques for wheel nuts/
wheel bolts ........................................ 310 Time
Setting the time (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 191
Setting the time (vehicles without steering wheel buttons) ................. 183
Timer
Activating ....................................... 128
Important safety notes .................. 127
Overview ........................................ 127
Setting the heating level (auxiliary
heating) ......................................... 129
Setting the preselection time
(auxiliary heating) .......................... 129
Setting weekday, time and oper-
ating duration (auxiliary heating) ... 128
Switching immediate heating
mode on/off (auxiliary heating) ..... 128
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 291
Checking manually ........................ 290
Display messages (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 215
Display messages (vehicles with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 199
Maximum ....................................... 290
Notes ............................................. 289
Recommended ............................... 288
Setting the unit (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 191
Tire labe l................................ 288, 289
Tire pressure loss warning system .. 292
Tire pressure monitor
Checking the tire pressure elec-
tronically ........................................ 292
Display message ............................ 215
Function/note s............................. 291
Indicator lamp ................................ 226
Restarting ...................................... 293
Warning lamp ................................. 292
Tire pressure table ............................ 294
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 304
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 303
Bar (definition) ............................... 302
Changing a whee l.......................... 305
Characteristics .............................. 302
Checking ........................................ 285 18
Index

Curb weight (definition
)................. 304
Definition of terms ......................... 302
Direction of rotation ...................... 306
Distribution of the vehicle occu-
pants (definition) ............................ 305
DOT (Department of Transporta-
tion) (definition) ............................. 303
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 302
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 303
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) (defi-
nition) ............................................ 303
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (def-
inition) ........................................... 303
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing) (definition) .............................. 303
Important safety notes .................. 284
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 303
Information on driving .................... 284
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 303
Labeling (overview) ........................ 299
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 304
Load index ..................................... 301
Load index (definition) ................... 304
M+S tire s....................................... 286
Maximum load on a tire (defini-
tion) ............................................... 304
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 303
Maximum permissible tire pres-
sure (definition) ............................. 304
Maximum tire load ......................... 301
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 304
Optional equipment weight (defi-
nition) ............................................ 304
PSI (pounds per square inch) (def-
inition) ........................................... 304
Replacing ....................................... 305
Service life ..................................... 286
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 304
Snow chains .................................. 287
Speed rating (definition) ................ 303
Storing ........................................... 306
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 302
Summer tire s................................. 286 TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 304
Tire bead (definition) ...................... 304
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 304
Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 303
Tire size (data) ....................... 294, 311
Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating .................... 300
Tire tread ....................................... 285
Tire tread (definition) ..................... 304
Total load limit (definition) ............. 305
Traction (definition) ....................... 304
TWR (permissible trailer drawbar
noseweight) (definition) ................. 305
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (definition) .................... 303
valve, Snap-In ................................ 290
Wear indicator (definition) ............. 305
Wheel rim (definition) .................... 303
Top Tether ............................................ 54
Touchshift (automatic transmis-
sion) .................................................... 143
Tow-away alarm
Arming/deactivating ........................ 62
Deactivating ..................................... 62
Operation ......................................... 62
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 280
Important safety notes .................. 277
Towing
If the vehicle is stuck ..................... 280
Installing/removing the towing
eye ................................................. 278
With a raised front or rear axle ...... 279
Towing a trailer
Axle load, permissibl e.................... 330
Cleaning the trailer tow hitch ......... 270
Coupling up a traile r...................... 175
Decoupling a trailer ....................... 177
Driving tip s.................................... 173
Important safety notes .................. 173
Notes on retrofitting ...................... 328
Power supply ................................. 178
Trailer load s................................... 330
Towing away
Important safety guidelines ........... 277
In the event of malfunctions .......... 279
With both axles on the ground ....... 279 Index
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W
Warning Stickers .......................................... .22
Warning and indicator lamps
Brakes .......................................... .219
Check Engine ................................. 224
Coolant .......................................... 223
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) ............. 221
Electrical step ................................ 227
ESP ®
.............................................. 218
ESP ®
function ................................ 221
Overview .......................................... 35
Seat belt ........................................ 227
Warning lamp ................................... .275
Warning triangle ................................ 275
Warning- and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 218
Air filter .......................................... 225
ASR ................................................ 218
BAS ................................................ 218
Battery charge ............................... 222
Brake wear ................................... .222
Bulbs .............................................. 227
Doors ............................................. 227
Engine oil level ............................... 222
Preglow .......................................... 225
Reserve fuel ................................... 224
Tire pressure monitor .................... 226
Water separator ............................ .226
Windshield washer fluid ................. 226
Washer fluid
Adding .......................................... .255
Capacities ...................................... 327
Display message ............................ 217
Indicator lamp ................................ 226
Notes ............................................. 326
Wiping with ................................... .107
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 305
Checking ........................................ 285
Cleaning ......................................... 267
Important safety notes .................. 284
Installing the adapter (spare
wheel) ............................................ 309
Interchanging/changing ................ 305
Mounting a new wheel ................... 309
Mounting a wheel .......................... 306 Removing a wheel .......................... 309
Removing and mounting the spare
wheel ............................................. 313
Snow chains .................................. 287
Storing .......................................... .306
Tightening torque ........................... 310
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 311
Window curtain air bag ....................... 49
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 118
Windshield heating
Problem (malfunction) ................... 119
Switching on/off ........................... 119
Windshield washer fluid
Adding .......................................... .255
Indicator lamp ................................ 226
Windshield wipers
Problem (malfunction) ................... 109
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) ........................... 193
Switching on/off ........................... 107
Wiping with windshield washer
fluid ............................................... 107
Winter diesel ..................................... 319
Winter driving
Slippery road surfaces ................... 156
Snow chains .................................. 287
Winter operation
General notes ................................ 286
Radiator cover ................................. 27
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 286
Setting a limit speed ..................... .153
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 268
Replacing ....................................... 108
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop Index
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G
WARNING
Gases and fluids from substances that con-
stitute a health hazard or react aggressively
can escape even from securely closed con-
tainers. When transporting such substances
in the vehicle interior, your ability to concen-
trate or your health could be affected during
the journey. Malfunctions, short circuits or
electrical component system failures may
also result. There is a risk of an accident and
fire.
Do not store or transport any substances in
the vehicle interior which are hazardous to
health or react aggressively.
These instructions must also be observed for
vehicles where the cargo compartment is not fully separated from the driver's cab.
Partition with door/window: always keep thedoor/window in the partition closed during
transport.
Examples of substances that are hazardous
to health and/or react aggressively:
R Solvents
R Fuel
R Oil and grease
R Cleaning agents
R Acids Protection of the environment
Economic and environmentally aware
driving H
Environmental note
Daimler's declared policy is one of compre-
hensive 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 environmen-
tally 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 con-
sumption.
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 00C3of its maximum engine speed.
R switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
R keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel consump-
tion. Environmental issues and recommen-
dations
When prompted by this Operator's Manual to dispose of materials, please try to regenerate
and recycle these materials. Observe all rel-
evant environmental guidelines and regula- Introduction
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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 218
ASR warning lamp 218
003F
Coolant level too low 223
00AC
Coolant temperature too
high 223
0075
Restraint systems malfunc-
tion 42
0065
Brake fluid level too low 219
EBD malfunctioning 218
Trailer brake force booster
malfunction
219
00B2
Engine oil level warning 222 Function Page
00B9
Check Engine indicator
lamp
224
0028
Preglow 139
Preglow system malfunc-
tion
225
0044 Indicator and warning
lamps
004A
Left-hand turn signal 94
0025
ABS malfunction 218
0077
Tire pressure loss or the tire
pressure monitor is mal-
functioning (USA only) 226
Tire pressure loss (Canada
only)
292Instrument cluster
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As a result, they could:
R activate vehicle equipment and become
trapped, for example
R activate or deactivate systems, thereby
endangering other road users
Unsecured animals could also be flung around the vehicle in the event of an accident or sud-
den steering or braking, thereby injuring vehi- cle occupants. There is a risk of an accident
and injury.
Never leave animals unattended in the vehi-
cle. Always secure animals properly during
the journey, e.g. use a suitable animal trans-
port box. Driving safety systems
Overview
In this section, you will find information about the following driving safety systems:
R ABS ( Anti-lock BrakingSystem)
R ASR (A cceleration SkidControl)
R BAS (B rakeAssist System)
R EBD ( Electronic Brake Force Distribution)
R ESP ®
(E lectronic StabilityProgram) Important safety notes
If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you
are inattentive, the driving safety systems can
neither reduce the risk of accident nor over-
ride the laws of physics. Driving safety sys-
tems are merely aids designed to assist driv- ing. You are responsible for the distance to
the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, braking in good time and for staying in your lane.
Always adapt your driving style to the prevail-
ing road and weather conditions and maintain a sufficient, 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. Pay particular attention to
the information regarding tires, recommen-
ded minimum tire tread depth etc. under
"Wheels and tires" (Y page 284).
In wintry driving conditions, always use winter
tires (M+S tires) and if necessary, snow
chains. This is the only way to get the full
benefit from the driving safety systems
described. ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Important safety notes Observe the important safety guidelines for
the driving safety system (Y
page 57). G
WARNING
If ABS is faulty, the wheels could lock when
braking. The steerability and braking charac-
teristics may be severely impaired. Addition-
ally, further driving safety systems are deac-
tivated. There is an increased danger of skid- ding and accidents.
Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked imme-
diately at a qualified specialist workshop.
If ABS is malfunctioning, other systems will
also fail, including driving safety systems.
Observe the information relating to the 0025
warning lamp (Y page 218).
ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way
that the wheels do not lock when you brake.
This allows you to continue steering the vehi-
cle when braking.
ABS works from a speed of about 5 mph
(8 km/h), regardless of road-surface condi-
tions. ABS works on slippery surfaces, even
when you only brake gently.
The yellow 0025warning lamp in the instru-
ment cluster lights up when the ignition is
switched on. The lamp goes out when the
engine starts running. Driving safety systems
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If you deactivate ASR:
R engine torque is not limited and the drive
wheels are able to spin. The spinning
wheels will then achieve a cutting effect for
better traction.
R traction control remains active through
brake intervention. If a drive wheel attains
its tire traction limit because one side of the
road is slippery, for example, that wheel is
braked. The traction is then increased in
this situation.
R active brake intervention by ESP ®
to
increase driving stability remains active.
The 0072 warning lamp in the instrument
cluster flashes when ESP ®
is intervening. BAS (Brake Assist System)
G
WARNING
If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance
in an emergency braking situation is
increased. There is a risk of an accident.
In an emergency braking situation, depress
the brake pedal with full force. ABS prevents
the wheels from locking.
Vehicles without steering wheel buttons: if
the BAS driving safety system is malfunction-
ing, the 003Dwarning lamp lights up while the
engine is running (Y page 218).
BAS operates in emergency braking situa-
tions. If you depress the brake quickly, BAS
automatically increases the brake pressure,
thereby reducing the stopping distance.
The brakes will function as usual once you
release the brake pedal. BAS is deactivated. EBD (electronic brake force distribu-
tion) G
WARNING
If EBD is malfunctioning, the rear wheels can
lock, e.g. under full braking. This increases the risk of skidding and an accident. You should therefore adapt your driving style
to the different handling characteristics. Have
the brake system checked at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
EBD monitors and controls the brake pres-
sure to the rear wheels. This enables EBD to
improve handling during braking.
Observe the information on warning and indi- cator lamps (Y page 218). ESP
®
(Electronic Stability Program)
Important safety notes Observe the important safety guidelines for
the driving safety system (Y
page 57). G
WARNING
If ESP ®
is malfunctioning it will not provide
any vehicle stabilization. There is an increased
risk of skidding or of an accident.
Exercise caution when continuing to drive.
Have ESP ®
checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.
! Do not run the vehicle on a roller dyna-
mometer (e.g. for performance tests). If
you must operate the vehicle on a roller
dynamometer, please consult a qualified
specialist workshop in advance. You could
otherwise damage the drive train or the
brake system.
If ESP ®
is malfunctioning, the 0089warning
lamp lights up while the engine is running and
the engine power may be reduced
(Y page 218).
Only use wheels with the recommended tire
sizes. Only then will ESP ®
function properly.
Crosswind Assist Crosswind Assist does not work if ESP
®
is
deactivated or disabled because of a mal-
function. Driving safety systems
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Key positions
005A
To insert/remove the key, to lock the
steering wheel
0047 To unlock the steering wheel, power sup-
ply for some consumers (e.g. the radio)
0048 To switch on the ignition. Power supply for
all consumers, preglow and drive position
0049 To start the engine
On vehicles with a battery main switch, you
must first switch on the power supply
(Y page 137).
i To unlock the steering, move the steering
wheel slightly while turning the key to posi- tion 1. Preparing for a journey
Visual check of the vehicle exterior X
In particular, check the following compo-
nents on the vehicle, and on the trailer as
necessary:
R license plates, vehicle lighting, turn sig-
nals, 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
The trailer coupling is one of the most
important vehicle 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 com-
mencing 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 equip-
ment is in the front door stowage compart-
ments 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 99). 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 oper-
ating 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. Do not place
several floormats or carpets on top of one
another. G
WARNING
Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage of the pedals, e.g.:
R shoes with thick soles
R shoes with high heels
R slippers
There is a risk of an accident. 138
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call. If you choose to use the telephone while
driving, please use the hands-free device and
only use the telephone when road, weather
and traffic conditions permit.
Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from
using a mobile phone while driving a vehicle.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle covers a distance of 44 feet (approximately 14 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 vehi-
cles with a step, ground clearance is further
restricted. Obstacles can damage the vehi- cle.
If you must drive over obstacles, drive espe-
cially slowly and carefully. If necessary,
have another person direct you.
Drive sensibly – save fuel In order to 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 driv-
ing 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 judg-
ment.
The possibility of a serious or even fatal acci-
dent 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 tak-
ing 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 with-
out 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 spe- 152
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