spare wheel MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2018 MY18 Operator’s Manual

Indicator and warning lamps in the
instrument cluster ............................... 195
Stowing and features.......................205
Useful information ............................... 205
Stowage spaces and stowage com-
partments ............................................ 205
Cup holder ........................................... 209
Bottle holder ........................................ 209
Ashtray ................................................ 210
Cigarette lighter ................................... 210
12-V socket .........................................2 11
Mobile phone ....................................... 211
Additional communications equip-
ment .................................................... 212
Transporting loads ............................213
Useful information ............................... 213
Loading guidelines ............................... 213
Load distribution ................................. 215
Securing loads ..................................... 215
Carrier systems ................................... 217
Maintenance and care ......................219
Useful information ............................... 219
Engine compartment ........................... 219
Vehicle interior ....................................2 26
Maintenance ........................................ 226
Battery ................................................. 228
Care ..................................................... 234
Breakdown assistance .....................241
Useful information ............................... 241
Where will I find...? .............................. 241
Flat tire ................................................ 243
Jump-starting ....................................... 243
Tow-starting and towing away ............. 244
Electrical fuses ....................................2 47
Wheels and tires............................... 248
Useful information ............................... 248
Important safety notes ........................ 248
Operation ............................................ 248
Operation in winter .............................. 250
Tire pressure ....................................... 251 Loading the vehicle .............................. 259
What you should know about wheels
and tires .............................................. 262
Flat tire ................................................ 267
Changing wheels ................................. 267
Wheel and tire combination ................. 273
Spare wheel ......................................... 273
Technical data
................................... 276
Useful information ............................... 276
Vehicle electronics .............................. 276
Identification plates .............................2 76
Service products and capacities .......... 278
Vehicle data ......................................... 286
Contents3

Notes about oil grades ................... 282
Oil change ...................................... 283
Oil level (note) ............................... 221
Viscosity ........................................ 282
Warning lamp .................................200
Engine speed setting (working
mode) ................................................. 153
ESP
®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram)
Crosswind Assist .............................5 7
Display message ............................ 184
Important safety information ........... 56
Indicator lamp ................................ 199
Warning lamp ................................. 195
Exhaust check ................................... 133
Exhaust gas aftertreatment
DEF level indicator .........................1 61
DEF reducing agent ....................... 281
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) ............. 281
Indicator lamp ................................ 202
Refilling DEF .................................. 128
Exterior lighting
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ......................................... 80
Important safety notes .................... 80
Eyeglasses compartment ................. 206
F
Fire extinguisher............................... 243
First-aid kit ......................................... 242
Flat tire
Changing a wheel/mounting the
spare wheel ................................... 268
General notes ................................ 267
Fog lamps
Switching on/off .............................. 83
Fogged up-up windows
see Climate control
Folding seat ......................................... 76
Frequencies
Mobile phone ................................. 276
Two-way radio ................................ 276
Front interior light
Replacing bulbs ............................... 95
Fuel
Additives (diesel) ........................... 280 Consumption information .............. 280
Consumption statistics .................. 173
Diesel at very low outside temper-
atures ............................................ 279
Driving tips ....................................1 32
Fuel gauge ..................................... 161
Problem (malfunction) ................... 128
Quality (diesel) ............................... 279
Refueling ........................................ 126
Showing the range (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 173
Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 279
Fuel filter with water separator
draining ......................................... 225
Indicator lamp ................................ 203
Fuel gauge ......................................... 161
Fuel tank
Problem (malfunction) ................... 128
Fuel tank
see Fuel tank
Fuses .................................................. 247
G
Gasoline
Reserve fuel warning lamp ............. 201
General driving tips
Driving short distances .................. 133
Genuine parts ...................................... 29
Glove box ........................................... 205
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) (defini-
tion) .................................................... 265
H
Handbrake
see Parking brake
Hazard warning lamps ........................ 85
Head restraints
Adjusting ......................................... 78
Headlamps
Adding fluid to cleaning system ..... 225
Cleaning system (function) .............. 85
Fogging up ....................................... 86
see Automatic headlamp mode
Headliner (cleaning instructions) .... 239
Heating
see Climate control
Index11

High-beam headlampsReplacing bulbs ...............................9 0
Switching on/off .............................. 84
Highbeam Assist
Activating/deactivating (vehicles
with steering wheel buttons) ......... 170
Activating/deactivating (vehicles
without steering wheel buttons) .... 163
Display messages (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 187
Display messages (vehicles with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 180
Function/notes ................................ 86
Hood
Closing ........................................... 220
Display message ............................ 194
Important safety notes .................. 219
Indicator lamp ................................ 203
Opening ......................................... 219
Hot-water auxiliary heater
Problem (malfunction) ................... 113
Hydroplaning ..................................... 136
I
Ignition lock
see Key positions
Immobilizer .......................................... 58
Indicator lamp
see Warning and indicator lamps
Indicators
see Turn signals
Insect protection on the radiator ...... 29
Installing a wheel
Installing the adapter (spare
wheel) ............................................ 270
Instrument cluster
Fuel gauge ..................................... 161
Important safety notes .................. 160
Instrument cluster lighting ............. 161
Outside temperature display .......... 161
Overview .......................................... 34
Speedometer ................................. 161
Tachometer ................................... 161
Warning and indicator lamps ........... 35
Instrument cluster lighting .............. 161
Interior lighting ................................... 87
Front ................................................ 87 Motion detectors ............................. 88
Notes on replacing bulbs ................. 95
Overview .......................................... 87
Replacing bulbs ............................... 95
Switching the load-compartment
lighting on/off ................................. 88
Switching the rear compartment
lighting on centrally ......................... 87
Interior motion sensor
Arming ............................................. 59
Deactivating ..................................... 60
Function ........................................... 59
Switching off .................................... 59
J
JackJacking points ................................ 268
Preparation .................................... 268
Storage location ............................ 241
Using ............................................. 268
Jump-starting ..................................... 243
K
Key
Position in the ignition lock ............ 119
Key positions ..................................... 119
Kickdown ........................................... 125
L
Lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 146
Display messages (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons) ................. 192
Display messages (vehicles with-
out steering wheel buttons) ........... 180
Function/notes ............................. 145
Indicator lamp ................................ 195
Language
Display (vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) ............................... 169
Lashing points and tie downs
Permissible tensile load ................. 287
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ................................................ 51
12Index

Message memory (on-board com-
puter).................................................. 175
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors ................................ 80
Rear-view mirror .............................. 80
Mobile navigation devices ................212
Mobile phone
Important safety notes .................. 211
Pre-installation ............................... 211
Type approval/frequency .............. 276
Mobile phone
see Mobile phone
Mounting wheels
Lowering the vehicle ......................2 72
Mounting a new wheel ................... 271
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 268
Raising the vehicle ......................... 268
Removing a wheel .......................... 270
Removing and mounting the spare
wheel ............................................. 274
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 268
N
Navigation
Fittings for PND mobile navigation
devices .......................................... 212
Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-
cle ....................................................... 118
O
Occupant safety
Air bags ...........................................4 5
Belt warning ..................................... 45
Children in the vehicle .....................4 9
Important safety notes .................... 41
Introduction to the restraint sys-
tem .................................................. 41
Pets in the vehicle ........................... 54
Restraint system warning lamp ........ 41
Seat belt .......................................... 42
Odometer
Display (vehicles with steering
wheel buttons) ............................... 166
Display (vehicles without steering
wheel buttons) ............................... 162 Off-road driving
Checklist after driving off-road ...... 138
Checklist before driving off-road .... 138
Important safety notes .................. 137
Rules for driving off-road ............... 138
Oil
see Engine oil
Oil sensor
Display message ............................ 191
On-board computer (vehicles with
steering wheel buttons)
Audio menu ................................... 166
Checking the oil level ..................... 221
Display message ............................ 175
Illumination submenu .................... 170
Menu overview .............................. 165
Operating ....................................... 163
Operation menu ............................. 165
Settings menu ............................... 167
Standard display ............................ 166
Telephone menu ............................ 173
Trip computer menu ...................... 173
On-board computer (vehicles with-
out steering wheel buttons)
Checking the oil level ..................... 221
Display message ............................ 175
General notes ................................ 162
Setting the clock ............................ 163
Standard display ............................ 162
Operating Instructions
Before the first journey .................... 23
Limited Warranty ............................. 23
Operating safety
Limited Warranty ............................. 23
Operating safety and vehicle
approval
Attachments and bodies .................. 28
Changing the engine power out-
put ................................................... 27
C

orrect use ...................................... 25
Declaration of conformity ................ 27
Equipment and conversions ............. 28
Important safety notes .................... 26
Information about body/equip-
ment mounting directives ................ 28
Notes on operating the vehicle ........ 26
Qualified specialist workshop .......... 27
Registering your vehicle ................... 28
14Index

Display message ............................ 184
Fastening ......................................... 44
Important safety guidelines .............42
Introduction .....................................4 2
Releasin g ......................................... 45
Warning lamp ................................. 203
Warning lamp (function) ................... 45
Seat heating ......................................... 79
Seats
Adjusting lumbar support ................ 75
Adjusting the front-passenger
seat .................................................. 75
Adjusting the head restraint ............ 78
Armrest ............................................ 78
Cleaning the cover ......................... 239
Correct driver's seat position ........... 74
Folding seat ..................................... 76
Important safety notes .................... 74
Rear bench seat ............................... 77
Seat heating .................................... 79
Setting the driver's seat ................... 75
Swivel seat ....................................... 75
Twin front-passenger seat ................ 76
Securing loads
Important safety notes .................. 215
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 239
see Automatic transmission
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 237
Service center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Service interval display
Calling up the service due date ...... 227
Exceeding a service due date ........ 227
Notes ............................................. 227
Service due date (automatic dis-
play) ............................................... 227
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 284
Coolant (engine) ............................ 285
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) ............. 281
Engine oil ....................................... 282
Fuel ................................................ 278
Important safety notes .................. 278
Power steering fluid ....................... 284
Refrigerant ..................................... 286
Transmission oil ............................. 284
Washer fluid ................................... 286 Setting the air distribution
............... 103
Setting the airflow ............................ 103
Setting the clock
Vehicles with steeri
ng wheel but-
tons ............................................... 169
Vehicles without steering wheel
buttons .......................................... 163
Settings
Resetting all (vehicles with steer-
ing wheel buttons) ......................... 167
Resetting submenus (vehicles
with steering wheel buttons) ......... 167
Short journeys (diesel particle fil-
ter) ...................................................... 133
Side impact air bag ............................. 46
Side marker lamp
Changing bulbs ................................ 91
Side windows
Cleaning ......................................... 236
Hinged side windows ....................... 72
Important safety information ........... 72
Opening/closing .............................. 72
Overview .......................................... 72
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 73
Resetting ......................................... 73
Sliding door
Cleaning ......................................... 238
Closing assist ................................... 68
Important safety notes .................... 67
Opening/closing from the inside ..... 67
Opening/closing from the out-
side .................................................. 67
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 63
Changing the locking system set-
tings ............................................... 172
Checking the battery ....................... 63
Display message ............................ 194
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 61
Important safety notes .................... 61
Loss ................................................. 64
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 64
Snow chains ...................................... 251
Sockets .............................................. 211
Spare wheel
General notes ................................ 273
Important safety notes .................. 273
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WheelsChanging a wheel .......................... 267
Checking ........................................ 249
Cleaning ......................................... 236
Important safety notes .................. 248
Installing the adapter (spare
wheel) ............................................ 270
Interchanging/changing ................ 267
Mounting a wheel .......................... 268
Removing a wheel .......................... 270
Removing and mounting the spare
wheel ............................................. 274
Snow chains .................................. 251
Storing ...........................................2 67
Tightening torque ........................... 272
Wheel/tire combinations ...............2 73
Window curtain air bag ....................... 47
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Cleaning ......................................... 236
Defrosting ...................................... 104
Windshield heating
Problem (malfunction) ................... 105
Switching on/off ........................... 105
Windshield washer fluid
Adding ...........................................2 25
Indicator lamp ................................ 203
Windshield wipers
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 98
Rain and light sensor ....................... 96
Rear window wiper .......................... 97
Replacing the wiper blades .............. 97
Setting the sensitivity (vehicles
with steering wheel buttons and
rain/light sensor) ........................... 171
Switching on/off .............................. 96
Wiping with windshield washer
fluid ................................................. 96
Winter diesel ..................................... 279
Winter driving
Slippery road surfaces ................... 136
Snow chains .................................. 251
Winter operation
General notes ................................ 250
Radiator cover ................................. 29
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 250 Setting a limit spee
d ......................1
33
Wi
per blades
Cleaning ......................................... 236
Replacing ......................................... 97
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
22Index

Tires
Display messagesPossible causes/consequences andMSolutions
Tire pres. Adjustpres.
O
The pressure is insufficient in one or more tires, or the pressures of the
individual tires differ significantly.
XCheck the tire pressure at the next opportunity and correct it if
necessary (Ypage 254).
Tire pres.
monitor inoperative
The tire pressure monitor has malfunctioned.
XHave the tire pressure monitor and the wheels checked at a quali-
fied specialist workshop.
Tire pres.
monitor currentlyunavailable
The tire pressure monitor function is temporarily unavailable due to
radio interference or undervoltage.
XOnce the causes have been remedied, the tire pressure monitor is
automatically activated.
Tire pres.-
monitorinoperativeNo wheel sensors
The tire pressure monitor is not receiving signals from one or more
wheels because:
Ra wheel has been replaced with the spare wheel without wheel
electronics.
Rthe maximum temperature on one of the wheel electronics units has
been exceeded.
Rthe wheel electronics are malfunctioning.
XHave the tire pressure monitor and the wheels checked at a quali-
fied specialist workshop.
Check tire(s)
O
The pressure of one or more tires has dropped significantly. If the tire
pressure monitor has detected the affected wheel, the wheel position
is also displayed.
XStop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road and
traffic conditions.
XCheck the tires.
XRepair or change the wheel if necessary (Ypage 267).
XCheck the tire pressure and correct it if necessary (Ypage 254).
The display message disappears automatically after driving for a
few minutes with the corrected tire pressure.
Warning Tire defect
O
One or more tires is losing air rapidly. If the tire pressure monitor has
detected the affected wheel, the wheel position is also displayed.
XStop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking
maneuvers, paying attention to the traffic conditions as you do so.
XRepair or change the wheel (Ypage 267).
Displa y messages193
On-board computer and displays
Z

Useful information
This Operator's Manual describes all models as
well as standard and optional equipment of your
vehicle that were available at the time of going
to print. Country-specific variations are possi-
ble. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the described functions. This also
applies to systems and functions relevant to
safety.
Read the information on qualified specialist
workshops (
Ypage 27).
Where will I find...?
Vehicle tool kit
General notes
The vehicle tool kit is in the stowage compart-
ment in the footwell on the front-passenger
side.
The vehicle tool kit consists of:
Ra towing eye
Ra screwdriver with Torx, Phillips and slotted
bits
If your vehicle is equipped with a spare wheel
bracket and a jack, the vehicle tool kit addition-
ally contains:
Ra lug wrench
Ra wrench
Ra pump lever rod
iThe jack has a maximum weight of 7.5 kg
depending on the vehicle's equipment.
The maximum payload of the jack can be
found on the sticker on the jack itself.
In the event of a malfunction, please contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Jack maintenance
XAfter use: clean all movable parts and grease
again.
XEvery six months: extend and retract the
piston fully.
Stowage compartment in the front-
passenger footwell
Unlocking and removing the cover
XTurn quick-release fastener :counter-clock-
wise or clockwise 2.
XSlightly raise and pull out the cover.
Removing the vehicle tool kit and the jack
XRemove vehicle tool kit A.
XPull up quick-release lever =and unhook the
retaining strap of jack ?.
XLift jack?upwards out of the holder.
iWhen stowing away the jack, place it in the
holder as shown in the illustration. Make sure
that the retaining strap of the jack is hooked
in and tensioned.
Inserting and engaging the cover
XSlide in the cover and fold it down.
XPress down quick-release fastener :until it
engages.
Where will I find...?241
Breakdown assistance

Useful information
This Operator's Manual describes all models as
well as standard and optional equipment of your
vehicle that were available at the time of going
to print. Country-specific variations are possi-
ble. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the described functions. This also
applies to systems and functions relevant to
safety.
Read the information on qualified specialist
workshops (
Ypage 27).
Important safety notes
GWarning
A flat tire severely impairs the driving, steer-
ing and braking characteristics of the vehicle.
There is a risk of an accident.
do not drive with a flat tire. Immediately
replace the flat tire with your spare wheel, or
consult a qualified specialist workshop.
GWARNING
If wheels and tires of the wrong size are used, the wheel brakes or suspension components
may be damaged. There is a risk of an acci-
dent.
Always replace wheels and tires with those
that fulfill the specifications of the original
part.
When replacing wheels, make sure to use the
correct:
Rdesignation
Rmodel
When replacing tires, make sure to use the
correct:
Rdesignation
Rmanufacturer
Rmodel
Accessories that are not approved for your vehi-
cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor-
rectly can impair operating safety. Before purchasing and using non-approved
accessories, visit a qualified specialist work-
shop and inquire about:
Rsuitability
Rlegal stipulations
Rfactory recommendations
Contact an authorized Sprinter dealer if you
require information on tested and recommen-
ded wheels and tires for summer and winter
driving. Advice on purchasing and caring for
tires is also available there.
Information on tire and wheel dimensions and
types as well as the recommended tire pressure
for your vehicle can be found in the "Tire pres-
sure" section (
Ypage 257).
This data can also be found on the Tire and
Loading Information placard on the B-pillar.
Modifications to the brake system or wheels are
not permitted. The use of a spacer and brake
dust shields is not permitted. This invalidates
the general operating permit for the vehicle.
iFurther information on wheels and tires can
be obtained at any qualified specialist work-
shop.
Operation
Information for a journey
If the vehicle is heavily laden, check the tire
pressures, and correct them, if necessary
(
Ypage 251).
While driving, pay attention to vibrations, noises
and unusual handling characteristics, e.g. pull-
ing to one side. This may indicate that the
wheels or tires are damaged. If you suspect that
a tire is defective, reduce your speed immedi-
ately. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible to
check the wheels and tires for damage. Hidden
tire damage could also be causing the unusual
handling characteristics. If you find no signs of
damage, have the tires and wheels checked at a
qualified specialist workshop.
When parking your vehicle, make sure that the
tires do not get deformed by the curb or other
obstacles. If it is necessary to drive over curbs,
speed humps or similar elevations, try to do so
slowly and not at a sharp angle. Otherwise, the
tires, particularly the sidewalls, can get dam-
aged.
248Operation
Wheels and tires

RDo not drive with tires which have too little
tread depth, as this significantly reduces the
traction on wet roads (hydroplaning).
RReplace the tires after six years at the latest,
regardless of wear. This also applies to the
spare wheel.
Operation in winter
General notes
Have your vehicle winterproofed at a qualified
specialist workshop at the onset of winter.
Prior to the onset of winter, ensure that snow
chains are stowed in the vehicle (
Ypage 251).
Also observe the notes in the "Changing a
wheel" section (
Ypage 267).
Regularly check the vehicle and remove snow or
ice when traveling in wintry conditions.
An accumulation of snow and ice, particularly
when frozen, caught in the area around the air
intake slots, moving parts, the axles and the
wheel arches may:
Rrestrict air intake
Rdamage vehicle parts
Rcause malfunctions by restricting the mobility
intended by the design (e.g. reduced possible
steering input).
If there is any damage, inform a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
Driving with summer tires
At temperatures below 45 ‡ (+7 †), summer
tires lose elasticity and therefore traction and
braking power. Change the tires on your vehicle
to M+S tire. Using summer tires at very cold
temperatures could cause tears to form,
thereby damaging the tires permanently. We
cannot accept responsibility for this type of
damage.
M+S tires
GWARNING
Wheel and tire dimensions as well as the type of tire can vary between the spare wheel and
the wheel to be replaced. When the spare
wheel is mounted, driving characteristics may
be severely affected. There is a risk of an acci- dent.
In order to reduce risks:
Ryou should therefore adapt your driving
style and drive carefully.
Rnever mount more than one spare wheel
that differs from the wheel to be replaced.
Ronly use a spare wheel that differs from the
wheel to be replaced for a short time.
Rdo not deactivate ESP®.
Rhave a spare wheel that differs from the
wheel that has been changed replaced at
the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
You must observe the correct wheel and
tire dimensions as well as the wheel type.
GWARNING
M+S tires with a tire tread depth of less than
ã in (4 mm) are not suitable for use in winter
and do not provide sufficient traction. There is
a risk of an accident.
M+S tires with a tread depth of less than ãin
(4 mm) must be replaced immediately.
Use winter tires or all-season tires at tempera-
tures below 45 ‡ (+7 †). Both types of tire are
identified by the M+S marking.
Only winter tires bearing the isnowflake
symbol in addition to the M+S marking provide
the best possible grip in wintry road conditions.
Only these tires will allow driving safety systems
such as ABS and ESP
®to function optimally in
winter. These tires have been developed specif-
ically for driving in snow.
For safe driving, use M+S tire sof the same make
and tread pattern on all wheels.
Always observe the maximum permissible
speed specified for the M+S tires you have
mounted.
If you install M+S tires that have a lower maxi-
mum permissible speed than the maximum per-
missible speed of the vehicle, affix an appropri-
ate warning sign in the driver's field of vision.
You can obtain this at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
250Operation in winter
Wheels and tires