Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 200 Operator's Manual

Driver's door ... 39Left and right side of the steeringwheel ... 39C

or indicator lamp in the multifunc-tion display remains lit.XTo deactivate: move the combinationswitch back to its normal position or movethe light sw

Switching the rear compartmentlighting on/off centrally (PassengerVan)Rear compartment lighting switch:To switch on the rear compartment light-ing;Aut

Motion detectorGWARNINGThe motion detector sends the invisible infra-red radiation emitted by LEDs (light emittingdiodes).These LEDs are classified as

RDo not use a bulb that has been dropped orthat has scratches on its glass tube.The bulb could may explode.ROnly use bulbs in closed lamps which haveb

;Connector for low-beam headlamps=Connector for high-beam headlamps?Connector for navigation lights (halogenheadlamps)XRemove corresponding connector

Rear bulbs (Cargo Van/PassengerVan)Overview of bulb typesLights Bulb type:High-mounted brakelampLED;Brake lamps P 21 W=Turn signal lamps PY 21 W?Tail

XRelease retaining lugs ; and take the bulbholder out of the tail lamp.XApplying light pressure to the bulb, turn itcounter-clockwise and remove it fr

ABrake lampsBTail lampsCRear fog lampDLicense plate lampEBackup lampsXSwitch off the lighting system.XUndo screws : and remove lamp lens ;.XApplying l

XDisconnect cable connector =.XUnscrew bulb holder ;.XRemove the bulb from bulb holder ;.XPress the new bulb into bulb holder ;.XScrew bulb holder ; i

Cargo compartment lampType of lamp: W 10 WXSwitch off the interior lighting.XUndo screws : and remove the lamp lens.XPress bulb ; into the bulb holder

Standard display (vehicles with-out steering wheel buttons) ... 184Standard display (vehicles withsteering wheel buttons) ... 18

The detent positions of the combinationswitch correspond to the following wiperspeeds:0Windshield wipers offIIntermittent wipeII Normal wipeIII Rapid

Hold the windshield wiper arm firmly whenyou change the wiper blade. If you releasethe windshield wiper arm without a wiperblade and it falls onto the

Problems with the windshield wipersProblem Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe windshield wiperjams.Leaves or snow, for example, may be o

Useful information ... 112Overview of climate control sys-tems ... 112Operati

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Heating control panel:Sets the temperature (Y page 117)z Defrosts the windshield (Y page 118);K Sets the airflow (Y page 118)z Defrosts the windshield

Control panel for the air-conditioning system:Sets the temperature (Y page 117)z Defrosts the windshield (Y page 118);Sets the airflow (Y page 118)K I

Rear-compartment heating control panel:i Switches the rear-compartment heating on/off (Y page 116);K Sets the airflow (Y page 118)=Sets the temperatur

Control panel for rear-compartment air-conditioning system:Sets the airflow (Y page 118)K Increases the airflowI Reduces the airflow;Sets the temperat

Activating/deactivating rear-compart-ment climate control via the controlpanelXTurn the key to position 2 in the ignitionlock.Vehicle with rear-compar

Electrical fusessee FusesElectrical stepCleaning ...271Display message ... 219Emergency

qDirects air to the windshield, the airvents and into the footwellrDirects air to the air vents and intothe footwellAdjustingXSwitch on climate contro

Vehicle with heatingXSet temperature control : to a higher tem-perature (Y page 113).XSet airflow control ; to a higher blowersetting. It should be se

Rear window defrosterRear window defroster switchThe rear window defroster consumes a lot ofpower. You should therefore switch it off assoon as the wi

Adjusting the air ventsImportant safety notesGWARNINGVery hot or very cold air can flow from the airvents. This could result in burns or frostbite int

XTo open: for the right-hand side of the vehi-cle, turn thumbwheel ; or for the left-handside of the vehicle, thumbwheel : of theair vents clockwise.X

control system in the vehicle. The auxiliaryheating heats the air in the vehicle interior tothe temperature set.If your vehicle is equipped with a hot

Operating with the button (controlpanel)iSwitch the heater booster function on oroff with the ¢ button (Y page 130).XTo activate the auxiliary heating

XUse the W or X button on the steer-ing wheel to select the desired switch-ontime.Use the Timer offTimer off setting to deactivateautomatic switch-on.

Signaling MeaningFlashes red Auxiliary heating switchedoffLights upgreenAuxiliary heating switchedonFlashes green Change operating durationactiveFlash

When the red indicator lamp in the ybutton flashes, the receiver in the vehicleis ready for synchronizing.XPress and hold the Ü remote controlbutton u

Fog lampsSwitching on/off ... 94Folding seat ... 85Folding table ...

=Display panel for: time, heating leveland operating durationà Continuous operation mode activeß Heating level set?Selects options in program column :

The auxiliary heating operates for anothertwo minutes and then switches off auto-matically.iIf you switch off the ignition while imme-diate heating mo

If the y symbol in the status bar is shown:XPress the Û or â button until theoffoff message in the display panel is shown.XPress the b button.The pres

HEnvironmental noteBatteries contain dangeroussubstances. It is against thelaw to dispose of them withthe household rubbish. Theymust be collected sep

Problems with the auxiliary heatingProblem Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe indicator lamp onthe remote controlflashes red rapidly.The

Problem Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe auxiliary heatingswitches off automati-cally and/or cannot beswitched on.The low-voltage prot

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Useful information ... 136Breaking-in notes ... 136Driving ...

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is the electrical system fully disconnectedfrom the power supply.i Only switch the vehicle to de-energizedusing the battery main switch if:Rthe vehicl

Installing/removing the ball cou-pling ... 175Instrument clusterFuel gage ...

iTo unlock the steering, move the steeringwheel slightly while turning the key to posi-tion 1.Preparing for a journeyVisual check of the vehicle exter

XBefore starting the engine, make sure that:Rall the doors are closed.Rall the vehicle occupants are wearingtheir seat belts correctly.Rthe parking br

XRelease the parking brake (Y page 152).The c indicator lamp in the instrumentcluster goes out.XRelease the brake pedal.XCarefully depress the acceler

When pulling away again, the engine startsautomatically. The ECO start/stop functionthereby helps you to reduce the fuel con-sumption and emissions of

XTo switch off: press the ¤ button.The indicator lamp on the ¤ button andthe ECO symbol in the multifunction displaygo out.XTo switch on: press the ¤

Problems with the engineProblem Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe engine does notstart.The starter motor canbe heard.There is air in th

Problem Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe engine does notstart.The starter motor can-not be heard.The on-board voltage is too low. The

Selector lever positionsBPark positionThis prevents the vehicle from roll-ing away when stopped. Only movethe selector lever to P if the vehicleis sta

XTo derestrict the shift range: press andhold the selector lever towards D+ until DDappears in the display again.The automatic transmission shifts fro

Problems with the transmissionProblem Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsThe transmission mal-functions when shiftinggear.The transmission i

Setting the exterior lightingdelayed switch-off (vehicles withsteering wheel buttons) ... 195Switching the daytime runninglamps on/off (

iThe screwdriver from the vehicle tool kitcould function as the implement, forinstance (Y page 276).RefuelingImportant safety notesGWARNINGFuel is hig

The fuel filler flap is beside the front left-handdoor when viewed in the direction of travel. Itis only possible to open the fuel filler flapwhen the

iIf you switch off the engine at a low out-side temperature and add DEF, restart theengine after refueling. If you leave the vehi-cle parked without r

Make sure that tool A remains in tank fillercap ; while doing so.XOnly fill up the DEF tank until the DEF levelis visible for the first time in the fi

Parking brakeGWARNINGIf you leave children unsupervised in the vehi-cle, they could set it in motion by, for example:Rrelease the parking brake.Rshift

XApply the parking brake.XTurn the key to position 0 in the ignitionlock and remove it.The immobilizer is activated.XSecure the vehicle to prevent it

Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle coversa distance of 44 feet (approximately 14 m)every second.GWARNING

here on the inside title page. Details can befound in the Maintenance Booklet.Short journey!If the vehicle is predominantly used forshort-distance dri

When you return from your journey, and asclose to the border as possible, you will needto:Rremove the adhesive surfaces from yourhalogen headlamps and

Limited braking performance on salt-treated roadsWhen driving on salted roads, salt may startto build up on the brake disks and brake pads.This can in

Pets in the vehicle ... 56Seat belts ... 47OdometerDisplay (vehicles without steeringwhee

engine's air suction nozzles and this cancause engine damage.If you have to drive on stretches of road onwhich water has collected, please bear i

You can find further information on wintertires and snow chains in the "Wheels andtires" section (Y page 288).Driving off-roadImportant safe

When loading your vehicle for driving off-roador on a construction site, keep the vehicle'scenter of gravity as low as possible.Checklist before

XClean the front and rear license plates.XClean the windshield, windows and exteriormirrors.XClean the steps, door sills and grab han-dles.This increa

set any speed from 30 km/h upwards inincrements of 1 km/h.iCruise control should not be activatedwhen driving off-road or on constructionsites.Cruise

XBriefly pull the cruise control lever towardsyou ;.XRelease the accelerator pedal.Cruise control is activated and resumes thevehicle's speed to

Problems with cruise controlProblem Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsOn vehicles with steer-ing wheel buttons, thespeed cannot be setwhen

Blind Spot Assist monitors the area approx-imately 10 ft (3.0 m) behind your vehicle andapproximately 11.5 ft (3.5 m) to each side ofit. For this purp

The brightness of the indicator/warninglamps is adjusted automatically according tothe ambient light.Collision warningIf a vehicle is detected in the

You should always steer, brake or accelerateyourself, in particular if warned by Lane Keep-ing Assist.Lane Keeping Assist may not work properlyor may

Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) .. 272Power supplyBattery isolating switch ... 136Switching off ...

ings are suppressed for a certain period oftime.Ryou accelerate hard, e.g. kickdown.Ryou brake hard.Ryou steer actively, e.g. swerve to avoid anobstac

The sensors must be free of dirt, ice or slush.Otherwise, they cannot function correctly.Clean the sensors regularly, taking care notto scratch or dam

?Warning display segmentsAOperational readiness symbol for the rearareaThe warning displays show the distancebetween the sensor and the obstacle.The w

Problems with PARKTRONICProblem Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsOnly the red segmentsin the PARKTRONICwarning displays are lit.A warning

The rear view camera is a visual parking aid.Information on operation can be found in theseparate Audio 15 supplement.The camera is in the middle of t

ADR is automatically deactivated if:Ryou release the parking brake.Rthe brake pedal is depressed.Rthe vehicle moves.Rthe control unit detects a malfun

GWARNINGIf you rest your foot on the brake pedal whiledriving, the braking system can overheat. Thisincreases the stopping distance and can evencause

safety. The notes on operation, care andmaintenance issued by the manufacturershould be observed.RThe bumpers of your vehicle are not suita-ble for in

installed and secured correctly before everyjourney.If your vehicle is equipped with a Sprintertrailer tow hitch, you need a ball coupling thatis appr

Observe the following when towing a trailer:RPractice driving around bends, stoppingand backing up at a place where there is notraffic. This enables y

Remote controlChanging the operating duration(auxiliary heating) ... 126Replacing the battery (auxiliaryheating ) ...

XMake sure the selector lever of the auto-matic transmission is in position P.XApply the parking brake of the vehicle.XClose all doors.XApply the park

tion consists of the towing vehicle includingthe driver, passengers and load, as well asthe loaded trailer.RCheck the maximum permissible gross axlewe

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Useful information ... 182Important safety notes ... 182Instrument cluster ... 182O

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Instrument lightingWhen the lights are switched on, you canadjust the brightness of the instrument clus-ter lighting using the f and g buttons.XTo bri

DEF gaugeVehicles without steering wheel but-tonsIf the supply of DEF is less than 1.5 US gal(5.5 l), the å indicator lamp lights up andthe ¯ dEF Chkd

Using the f, g, 4 or 9 adjustment but-tons, you can select the following functions:RCalling up the service due date(Y page 260)RChecking the oil level

On-board computer (vehicles withsteering wheel buttons)Operating the on-board computerOverviewXTo activate the on-board computer: turnthe key to posit

with Sprinter audio equipment. If you areusing audio equipment from another man-ufacturer, the described functions may berestricted or not available a

Side windowsCleaning ... 269Hinged side windows ... 78Important safety information ...

Menu OverviewDiagramsThis is what the displays look like when you scroll through the menus.Generic termsThe illustration shows the menus on a vehiclew

RDisplaying the trip odometer and odometer(standard display) (Y page 189)RDisplaying the coolant temperature(Y page 189)RCalling up the service due da

Using the steering wheel buttonsXSwitch on the audio equipment (see theseparate operating instructions).XPress the V or U button repeatedlyuntil the s

When the SettingsSettings message is displayed,you can reset all functions of the submenu tothe factory settings.Using the steering wheel buttonsXPres

Using the steering wheel buttonsXPress the V or U button repeatedlyuntil the SettingsSettings menu appears in thedisplay.XPress the 9 button to switch

XPress the 9 button to select the Lan‐Lan‐guageguage function.The selection marker is on the current set-ting.XPress the W or X button to set thelangu

Selecting the time formatUsing the steering wheel buttonsXPress the V or U button repeatedlyuntil the SettingsSettings menu appears in thedisplay.XPre

motion. You will see the following messagein the display: Setting only possibleSetting only possibleat standstillat standstill.Switching surround ligh

Vehicle submenuSetting the radio station selectionWith the SearchSearch function, you can set howthe radio changes the station when you oper-ate it wi

XPress the 9 button to select the KeyKeyfunction.The selection marker is on the current set-ting.XPress the W or X button to activateor deactivate key

Publication detailsInternetFurther information on Mercedes-Benz vehi-cles can be obtained on the Internet athttp://www.mercedes-benz.comhttp://www.mbu

Switching the surround lightingon/off (on-board computer) ... 195Switch unitsee Control panelSwivel seat ...

Telephone menuIntroductionGWARNINGIf you operate information systems and com-munication equipment integrated in the vehi-cle while driving, you will b

XPress the & or * button to select thedesired name.OrXTo start rapid scrolling: press and holdthe & or * button longer than 1 sec-ond.Rapid sc

Vehicles with steering wheel buttonsThe on-board computer shows warnings, mal-functions or additional information in the dis-play. A warning tone soun

Display messages on vehicles without steering wheel buttonsDisplay messages Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions...LIM km/hLIM km/hThe spe

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutionsflashes for 5 seconds, the à indicator lamp also flashes andthen lights up constantly.La

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions¯dEF ChkdEF ChkIn addition, the yellow å DEF indicator lamp lights up and awarning tone

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions¯StArtS IdLEStArtS IdLEIn addition, the yellow å DEF indicator lamp lights up and awarni

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsBlind_ErrBlind_Errflashes for 5 seconds, the yellow indicator lamps flash in the exte-ri

Display messages on vehicles with steering wheel buttonsSafety systemsDisplay messages Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsABSABSVisit worksh

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions:Visit workshopVisit workshopASR has been deactivated due to a malfunction.The engine po

Bar (definition) ... 304Changing a wheel ... 307Characteristics ... 304C

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsbBrake fluid VisitBrake fluid VisitworkshopworkshopThere is insufficient brake fluid in

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsESPESPVisit workshopVisit workshopESP®has been deactivated due to a malfunction. As a re

LightsDisplay messages Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsbLow beam leftLow beam leftThe left-hand low beam is faulty3.XHalogen headlamps: r

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsbHigh beam leftHigh beam leftThe left high-beam headlamp is faulty3.XReplace the bulb as

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsbTail lamp rightTail lamp rightThe right-hand tail lamp is faulty.3XReplace the bulb as

EngineDisplay messages Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsExhaust Filter:Exhaust Filter:Drive at highDrive at highengine speed. Seeengine sp

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsåXXXX startsstarts remainingremainingThe Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) supply has dropped b

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions*CoolantCoolant CheckCheck levellevelThe coolant level is too low.Never run the engine i

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions4Engine oil levelEngine oil levelStop, turn engineStop, turn engineoffoffThere is not en

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsLaneLane Keep.Keep. AssistAssisttemporarilytemporarilyunavailableunavailableand the à in

Towing awayWith both axles on the ground ... 282Tow-startingEmergency engine starting ... 282Important safety notes ... 27

TiresDisplay messages Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsTire pres. AdjustTire pres. Adjustpres.pres.OThe pressure is insufficient in one or

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsCheck tire(s)Check tire(s)OThe pressure of one or more tires has dropped significantly.

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions1Hood openHood openYou are already driving at walking pace, even though the hood isnot c

Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument clusterProblem Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsdThe yellow ASR/ESP®warninglamp flasheswhile

Problem Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsbThe red brakesystem indicatorlamp is lit whilethe engine isrunning.There is insufficient brake f

Problem Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions:The yellow ASR/BAS indicatorlamp is lit whilethe engine isrunning.BAS has been deactivated due t

Problem Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions!The yellow ABSindicator lamp islit while theengine is run-ning.ABS is deactivated due to a malfu

Problem Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions6The red warninglamp does notgo out approx-imately4 seconds afterthe ignition isswitched on, orit

Problem Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions4The yellowengine oil levelwarning lampflashes and thewarning buzzersounds after theengine is sta

Problem Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions?The red coolantwarning lamp islit while theengine is run-ning.The coolant temperature is too hig

VentilationSetting the vents ... 121Voltage supplyFuses ... 283WWarning and indicato

Problem Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions;The yellowCheck Engineindicator lamp islit while theengine is run-ning.The exhaust gas aftertrea

Problem Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionshThe yellow tirepressure moni-tor warning lampcomes on.GWARNINGThe tire pressure monitor indicate

Problem Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions7If you turn thekey in the igni-tion lock to posi-tion 2, the redseat belt warn-ing lamp lightsup

Useful information ... 232Stowage spaces and stowage com-partments ... 232Folding tabl

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Eyeglasses compartment in the over-head control panelXTo open: briefly press cover :.The eyeglasses compartment folds out.XTo close: press the eyeglas

Stowage compartment in the centerconsoleStowage compartment on the dashboard abovethe center console (example with lid)The stowage compartments on and

Stowage compartment under the twinco-driver's seatTwin co-driver's seat (example: Cargo Van)You can stow various articles in the stowagecomp

XAttach retainer loop ; to hook = under-neath folded-up seat cushion :.XTo fold down the seat cushion: hold seatcushion : and detach retainer loop ;fr

Cup holders in the dashboardCup holder in dashboard stowage compartment(example: right-hand side of vehicle):Cup holderiIf your vehicle is equipped wi

Protection of the environmentGeneral notesHEnvironmental noteDaimler's declared policy is one of compre-hensive environmental protection.The obje

Ashtrays in the passenger compart-mentAshtrays on the left and right in the side trim panelsXTo open: fold out the ashtray.XTo remove the insert: pres

You can use the 12 V sockets (15 A) foraccessories with a maximum power con-sumption of 180 W. You can connect acces-sories with a maximum power consu

Only operate this equipment when the vehicleis stationary.You must observe the legal requirements forthe country in which you are currently drivingwhe

Useful information ... 242Loading guidelines ... 242Load distribution ...

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Always observe the operating instructions ofthe respective manufacturer when using suit-able load securing aids or tie downs. In par-ticular, the info

Always switch off the engine before openingthe sliding door or rear door. Never drive thevehicle when the sliding door or rear door isopen.XSecuring l

maximum loading capacity of the weakestcargo tie-down point into account.If you brake hard, for example, the forcesacting could be up to several times

Cargo tie-down point (example: Cargo Van withoutloading rails):Cargo tie-down ringsCargo tie-down point (example: Cargo Van withloading rails):Cargo t

the locking mechanism and out of the load-ing rail through a recess.Carrier systemsGWARNINGWhen you load the roof, the center of gravityof the vehicle

Operator's ManualGeneral notesBefore you first drive off, read this Operator'sManual carefully and familiarize yourself withyour vehicle.Ple

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Useful information ... 250Engine compartment ... 250Vehicle interior ... 2

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Hood release lever in the driver's footwellXStop your vehicle as far away from trafficas possible on level ground.XSwitch off the engine.XSecure

Overview of the engine compartmentEuro-6 engine:Coolant expansion tank cap(Y page 255);DEF filler neck cap4(Y page 150)=Engine oil filler neck cap (Y

– 1.0 qts– 1.0 qtsXAdd the amount of oilshown (Y page 254).XCheck the engine oil levelagain after a few minutes.– 1.5 qts– 1.5 qts– 2.0 qts– 2.0 qtsHI

For vehicles with a red oil dipstick, only checkthe oil level when the engine is at normaloperating temperature:XStop your vehicle as far away from tr

XPlace cap : on the filler neck and tighten.When doing so, make sure that the capengages correctly.XCheck the oil level with the oil dipstick(Y page 2

Adding coolantXIf the coolant drops under the minimummark on coolant expansion tank ;, addcoolant to the maximum mark.Observe the information on coola

Washer fluidGWARNINGWindshield washer concentrate is highly flam-mable. If it comes into contact with hot enginecomponents or the exhaust system it co

Your registration data is not stored if:Ryou did not purchase your vehicle at anauthorized Sprinter Dealer.Ryour vehicle has never been inspected atan

XTurn the key to position 2 in the ignitionlock.XOpen drain plug ; immediately until thewater/fuel mixture flows out of drainhose :.XScrew in drain pl

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 st

Service due date has been exceededVehicles with steering wheel buttons: ifyou have missed the service due date, one ofthe following messages appears i

cialist workshop or a specialcollection point for used bat-teries.Observe the following notes:RHave the condition of charge checked forthe batteries m

Disconnecting/connecting thestarter batteryImportant safety notesGWARNINGDuring the charging process, a battery produ-ces hydrogen gas. If a short cir

Reconnecting the starter battery!Always connect the battery in the orderdescribed below. Never swap the terminalclamps. You may otherwise damage theve

Disconnecting and connecting theadditional battery (engine compart-ment)Important safety notesGWARNINGDuring the charging process, a battery produ-ces

Installing and removing the additionalbattery (engine compartment)Removing the additional batteryXDisconnect the battery (Y page 264).XLoosen the bolt

Installing and removing the auxiliarybattery (base of the driver's seat)Removing the auxiliary batteryXDisconnect the battery (Y page 265).XLoose

If you do not unscrew the caps for cleaning,there is a risk of short circuit.The breathers in the caps and the cell ven-tilation tubes must be open. O

is not visible from the outside. Componentsthat have been damaged in this way can unex-pectedly fail or no longer be able to assimilatethe loads occur

!Make sure that:Rthe side windows and the roof are com-pletely closedRthe climate control blower is switched offRthe windshield wiper switch is at pos

Cleaning the engine!Water must not enter intake or ventilationopenings. When cleaning with high pres-sure water or steam cleaners, the spraymust not b

cleaner. Wheel cleaners could causeincreased corrosion of the brake discs andbrake pads/linings. For this reason, youshould drive for a few minutes af

XClean all sensors : in the front and rearbumpers with water, shampoo and a softcloth.Cleaning the rear view camera!Do not use dry, coarse or hard clo

REnsure sufficient ventilation when clean-ing.RMake sure that the vehicle interior iscompletely dry after cleaning.Cleaning the display!For cleaning,

Cleaning the seat beltsGWARNINGSeat belts can become severely weakened ifbleached or dyed. This could cause the seatbelts to tear or fail, for instanc

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Useful information ... 276Where will I find...? ... 276Flat tire ...

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Warning triangle and warning lampRemoving the warning lampXTurn the quick-release fasteners to position2.The cover is unlocked.XLift up the cover.XTak

GWARNINGObjects in the driver's footwell can restrict thepedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.The operating and road safety of the vehiclei

XTake first-aid kit = out of the retainer.XFold the cover up and turn the quick-release fasteners to position 1.The cover is locked.iCheck the expirat

ROnly use jumper cables that have a suffi-cient cross-section and insulated terminalclamps.RIf the battery is fully discharged, attach thebattery of a

!Observe the following points when towingwith a tow rope:RSecure the tow rope on the same side onboth vehicles.REnsure that the tow cable is not longe

Removing the front towing eyeXRemove the screwdriver from the vehicletool kit.XInsert the screwdriver into the towing eyeand turn the screwdriver coun

Towing the vehicle with both axles onthe groundImportant safety notesGWARNINGYou can no longer steer the vehicle if thesteering wheel lock has been en

Electrical fusesGWARNINGIf you manipulate or bridge a faulty fuse or ifyou replace it with a fuse with a higher amper-age, the electric cables could b

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When parking your vehicle, make sure thatthe tires do not get deformed by the curb orother obstacles. If it is necessary to drive overcurbs, speed hum

Exhaust gas aftertreatmentThe exhaust gas aftertreatment requires areducing agent known as Diesel Exhaust Fluid(DEF) in order to function correctly. F

case, the tire is so worn that it must bereplaced.Selecting, mounting and renewingtiresROnly mount tires and wheels of the sametype and make.ROnly mou

Always observe the maximum permissiblespeed specified for the M+S tires you havemounted.If you mount M+S tires that have a lower max-imum permissible

Tire pressureTire pressure specificationsImportant safety notesGWARNINGUnderinflated or overinflated tires pose thefollowing risks:Rthe tires may burs

Tire pressure plateTire pressure plateThe tire pressure table is located on theB-pillar on the driver's side of the vehicle(Y page 298).The tire

ing properties and the driving characteristics.There is a risk of an accident.Avoid tire pressures that are too low in all thetires, including the spa

information table or the tire pressure table(Y page 290).XIf the tire pressure is too low, increase it tothe recommended value.XIf the tire pressure i

notes on the recommended tire pressure(Y page 290).The tire pressure monitor is not able to warnyou of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g. follow-ing pene

lamp in the instrument cluster (Y page 229)lights up.The tire pressure is shown in 2 red rectangles.The pressure of the tire concerned is shownin one

Monitor current tire pressure?Monitor current tire pressure?XPress the W button on the steeringwheel.The display shows the following message:Tire pres

Tire pressure tableFront axle tire pressure values: the following tire pressure values only apply to vehicles witha permissible front axle load of 397

Welcome to the world of Mercedes-BenzBefore you first drive off, read this Operator'sManual carefully and familiarize yourself withyour vehicle.

These parts have been specially tested toestablish their safety, reliability and suitabil-ity.Further information can be obtained at anyauthorized Spr

Loading the vehicleInstruction labels for tires and loadsGWARNINGOverloaded tires can overheat, causing ablowout. Overloaded tires can also impair the

example. The maximum permissible grossvehicle weight rating is vehicle-specific andmay differ from that which is illustrated.You can find the valid ma

Example: Steps 1 to 3The following table shows examples of how to calculate total load and cargo capacities withvarying seating configurations and num

Example 1 Example 2 Example 3Step 3 Permissible cargoand trailer load/noseweight (maxi-mum gross vehicleweight rating fromthe Tire and LoadingInformat

=Maximum tire pressure (Y page 292)?ManufacturerATire material (Y page 304)BTire size designation, load-bearing capa-city and speed index (Y page 302)

For further information on the load-bearingindex, see "Load index" (Y page 303).Speed rating: speed rating C specifies theapproved maximum s

Loading Information placard on the B-pillaronthe driver's side (Y page 298).iThe actual values for tires are specific toeach vehicle and may devi

DOT (Department of Transportation)DOT marked tires fulfill the requirements ofthe United States Department of Transporta-tion.Average weight of vehicl

is bar. 100 kilopascals (kPa) are the equiva-lent of 1 bar.Load indexIn addition to the load bearing index, a loadindex can be stamped onto the sidewa

TractionTraction is the result of friction between thetires and the road surface.TWR (permissible trailer drawbar load)The TWR is the maximum permissi

ately to have the problem diagnosed and rec-tified.If the problem cannot be rectified to your sat-isfaction there:Rplease discuss the problem with a m

Diagram showing tire rotation for single and dualtiresSingle tires: if the tires are of identicaldimensions, you can rotate both wheels onboth the fro

XTake the vehicle tool kit and the jack fromthe footwell on the co-driver's side(Y page 276).XRemove the spare wheel from the sparewheel bracket

!Only use the jack pump lever middle rodand the rod with the largest diameter as alug wrench extension. Only slide the middlerod as far as it will go

Jacking point, rear axle (example: Cab Chassis)Jacking point at the rear axle on chassisversionsXPlace the jack next to the front leaf springsupport b

Wheels with centering by wheel bolts:XVehicles with alloy wheels: take the shortwheel bolts that fit the steel spare wheelout of the vehicle tool kit.

XWheel with hub cap: position the openingfor the tire valve in the hub cap over the tirevalve.XPush the edge of the hub cap with bothhands against the

Ronly use a spare wheel that differs from thewheel to be replaced for a short time.Rdo not deactivate ESP®.Rhave a spare wheel that differs from thewh

XSlowly lower spare wheel bracket A downto the ground.XLift spare wheel bracket A slightly and pullthe pump lever out of sleeve ?.Spare wheel in the s

XUse the pump lever to lift the spare wheelbeyond the rear edge of spare wheelbracket ?.XCarefully remove the spare wheel from thebracket.The spare wh

Genuine Sprinter parts ... 318Vehicle electronics ... 318Identification plates ... 319

include, for example, vehicle location in caseof an emergency.30Introduction

Genuine Sprinter parts!Air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devi-ces, as well as control units and sensors forthese restraint systems, may be installed i

magnetic compatibility must be checked andverified.If these devices are linked to functions asso-ciated with resistance to interference, theymust have

Example: chassis identification plate (vehicles forCanada);VIN=Paint codeEngine compartment?VIN (stamped on the rear wall of theengine compartment)AEn

Service products include the following:RFuels, e.g. dieselRAdditives for the exhaust gas aftertreat-ment, e.g. Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)RLubricants,

Tank contentsDepending on equipment, the total capacityof the fuel tank may vary.Total capacity210 CDI, 213 CDI, 216 CDI,219 CDI, 310 CDI, 313 CDI,316

Rdiesel fuel with a bio-diesel content ofmore than 7%Rdiesel fuel with a bio-diesel content of upto 7%, which does not fulfill the require-ments state

ITY). These documents are supplied whenthe vehicle is delivered.Consumption figures were found in the cur-rently valid respective version:Rfor vehicle

Storage!Containers made of aluminum, copper,copper alloys as well as unalloyed orgalvanized steel are not suitable for storingDEF. If stored in these

Engine oilGeneral notes!The bottles of the various engine oil typesare marked with ACEA (Association desConstructeurs Européens d'Automobiles)and

Miscibility of engine oils!Mixing oils reduces the benefits of usinghigh grade engine oils.We recommend that you only add engine oilof the same qualit

Cockpit ... 32Instrument cluster ... 34Steering wheel buttons ...

Transmission and power steering oilAutomatic transmissionService product: automatic transmissionfluidProduct name/number MaintenanceintervalShell ATF

Service product:brake fluidProduct name/numberIntac B026ERBoiling point: 500 ‡(260 †)RWet boiling point:356 ‡ (180 †)MB Sheet No. 331.0Maintenanceinte

If there has been coolant loss, do not refillonly with water. If the vehicle has lost coolant,add equal parts water and corrosion inhibi-tor/antifreez

CapacitiesWindshield washer system with/withoutheadlamp cleaning systemWasher fluidApprox. 6.3 US qt(6.0 l)Vehicle dataGeneral notesThe following sect

Never exceed the maximum roof load andadjust your driving style.GWARNINGIf you distribute the load unevenly in the vehi-cle, the handling as well as t

Maximum permitted weights and loads!On vehicles with a permissible gross vehicle weight of 11030 lbs (5003 kg), the permissiblegross combination weigh

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CockpitFunction Page:Door control panel 39;Light switch 93Headlamp range adjust-ment 95=Combination switch• turn signals 95• high-beam headlamps 95• w

Function PageQHornROpens the hood 250SSteering wheel buttons 37Cockpit33At a glance

Instrument clusterDisplays and controlsInstrument cluster on vehicles without steering wheel buttonsInstrument cluster in vehicles with steering-wheel

Indicator and warning lampsInstrument cluster on vehicles without steeringwheel buttonsInstrument cluster in vehicles with steering-wheel buttonsFunct

Function Page¦Fluid level too low in wind-shield washer/headlampcleaning system 229åDEF supply low or contami-nated/thinned 184Exhaust gas aftertreatm

Steering wheel buttonsFunction Page:Display 186On-board computer oper-ation;Selects a submenu oradjusts the volume 186W Up/increases the vol-umeX Down

Function Page£Switches the hazard warn-ing lamps on/off 96àActivates/deactivates ASR 60ÃÄCentral locking, interior/rear compartment 71æActivating/deac

Door control panelFunction Page:Adjusts the exterior mirrors 89;Selects an exterior mirror 89=Opens/closes the left-handside window 78?Opens/closes th

Control panel between the steeringwheel and the ignition lockFunction PagelkSwitches the central rearcompartment lighting on/off 9840Further control p

Useful information ... 42Occupant safety ... 42Child restraint systems ...

Useful informationThis Operator's Manual describes all modelsas well as standard and optional equipmentof your vehicle that were available at the

When you switch on the ignition, the +warning lamp in the instrument cluster lightsup for approximately 4 seconds.A malfunction has occurred if the +

Air bagsImportant safety notesGWARNINGTo reduce the risk of injury when the front airbags inflate, it is very important for the driverand co-driver to

The air bag installation locations are identi-fied by the label SRS/AIRBAG or AIRBAG.RFront air bags (Y page 45)RThoraxbags (Y page 45)RWindow curtain

thoraxbag is deployed. Please contact a quali-fied specialist workshop for availability.GWARNINGThe pressure sensors for controlling the thor-axbags a

Seat beltsImportant safety notesGWARNINGThe seat belt does not offer the intended levelof protection if the backrest is not in theupright position. Wh

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tion, as that could result in serious injuriesin the event of an accident.RAll occupants should wear their seat belt atall times, because seat belts h

erly secured in an appropriately sized childrestraint system or booster seat recom-mended for the size and weight of the child.For additional informat

Emergency Tensioning Devices, seatbelt force limitersGWARNINGPyrotechnic ETDs that were activated must bereplaced.For your safety, when disposing of t

GWARNINGAccident statistics show that childrensecured in the rear seats are safer than chil-dren secured in the co-driver's seat. For thisreason,

again. The opening or closing procedure willbe stopped.GWARNINGIf the child restraint system is installed incor-rectly or is not secured, it can come

These include, for example:RTop Tether beltRSeat beltsRLATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat securingsystem!When installing the child restraint system,make s

Make sure that:Rthe Top Tether hook = is hooked intoTop Tether anchorage ;, as shownRthe Top Tether belt ? is not twistedXTighten Top Tether belt ?. C

Child-proof locks for the sliding door/rear doorGWARNINGIf children are traveling in the vehicle, theycould:Ropen doors, thus endangering other people

Pets in the vehicleGWARNINGIf you leave animals unattended or unsecuredin the vehicle, they could press buttons orswitches, for example.As a result, t

switched on. The lamp goes out when theengine starts running.BrakingIf ABS intervenes when braking, you will feela pulsating in the brake pedal.The pu

1, 2, 3 ...12 V socket ... 238AABS (Anti-lock Braking System)Display message ... 206Func

ESP®therefore permits the vehicle's over-steering and understeering characteristics,which facilitates an extremely sporty drivingstyle. This driv

Rthere is interference from other radar sour-cesRthere are strong radar reflections, forexample in parking garagesRa narrow vehicle is traveling in fr

The brakes function as usual again if:Ryou release the brake pedalRthere is no longer any danger of a collisionRno obstacle is detected in front of yo

When ESP®is intervening and the d warn-ing lamp in the instrument cluster is flashing,leave ASR on. In this case, only depress theaccelerator pedal as

XTo open: position both handles : verti-cally. This will break locking pins ;.The window is unlocked.XSwing the window outward by the handlesand hold

If the alarm system is armed, a visual andaudible alarm is triggered by the following:RUnlocking the vehicle from insideROpening a doorROpening the ho

Switching offXUnlock vehicle.The interior motion sensor automaticallyswitches off.DeactivatingXRemove the key from the ignition lock.XPress button :.W

Useful information ... 66Key ... 66Central locking ...

Useful informationThis Operator's Manual describes all modelsas well as standard and optional equipmentof your vehicle that were available at the

If there is a key is in the ignition lock, theremote control is inoperative. When lockingor unlocking the vehicle with the remotecontrol, always pay a

Trailer towing ... 146Transmission oil change ... 328Automatic transmission emer-gency mode ...

Driver's doorRear door1Locked2UnlockedXTo unlock the driver's or rear door: pressthe key release button on the remotecontrol.The key folds o

control still have sufficient charge. Other-wise, change the batteries immediately.i If the remote control is checked within thesignal reception range

Problems with the key/remote controlProblem Possible causes/consequences and MM SolutionsIt is no longer possibleto lock the vehicleusing the remoteco

Central lockingImportant safety notesGWARNINGActivate the child-proof door locks if childrenare traveling in the vehicle. The children couldotherwise

mechanism of your vehicle can be obtainedfrom any authorized Sprinter Dealer.If the automatic locking when driving functionis activated, there is a ri

Opening/closing from the outsideThe sliding door is equipped with an activeretainer, which engages the door at the endstop when opened.iYou can also l

In order to reduce risks:Rdraw the passengers' attention to the elec-trical step. Wait until the electrical step isfully extended.Rdo not jump ou

XFold rods : into the housing in the step.XPush the step into its housing.iWhen securing the step for the first time,you must pierce a film with the R

Opening the left-hand rear doorXMake sure that the right-hand rear door isopen and engaged.XPull release handle : in the direction ofthe arrow.XSwing

Opening/closing from the insideRelease the lever on the inside of the right reardoor.A white section on latch ; indicates that therear door is unlocke

BrakesABS ... 56Adaptive Brake Assist ... 59Applying the parking brake ...

XTo unlock: press the catch in the directionof arrow =.The sliding door is unlocked.XSlide the sliding door to the stop in thedirection of arrow :.XTo

Resetting the side windowsYou must reset the side windows if there hasbeen a malfunction or an interruption in thevoltage supply.XTurn the key to posi

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Useful information ... 82Seats ... 82Steering wheel ...

Useful informationThis Operator's Manual describes all modelsas well as standard and optional equipmentof your vehicle that were available at the

Driver's and co-driver's seat:Seat fore-and-aft adjustment;Lumbar support adjustment=Seat backrest adjustment?Seat height adjustmentASeat cu

If the seat moves up and down frequently andto a great extent, you can lock the seat in thelower movement range.XTo engage the seat suspension lock:tu

Twin co-driver's seatXTo fold a seat cushion forwards: lift theseat cushion out of front anchorage :.XPull the seat cushion forwards slightly and

Locking mechanism lever on the feet of the benchseatXTo remove the rear bench seat: swing alllevers : of the bench seat completelyupwards.The bench se

XTo raise: pull the head restraint up to thedesired position.XTo lower: press release button : and slidethe head restraint down to the desired posi-ti

License plate lamp (Chassis Cab)..104Low-beam headlamps ... 101Overview of lamp types (frontbulbs) ...

XMake sure that the key is in position 1 or2 in the ignition lock.XTo switch on: press the c buttonrepeatedly until the desired heating levelhas been

MirrorsRear-view mirrorXAnti-glare mode: push anti-glare lever :in the direction of the arrow.Exterior mirrorsImportant safety notesGWARNINGThe additi

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Useful information ... 92Exterior lighting ... 92Interior lighting ...

Useful informationThis Operator's Manual describes all modelsas well as standard and optional equipmentof your vehicle that were available at the

For this reason, check the condition and func-tion of your vehicle's lighting system and, ifnecessary, that of the trailer before each jour-ney.T

or à position, the daytime runninglamps remain switched on.Automatic headlamp modeGWARNINGWhen the light switch is set to Ã, the low-beam headlamps ma

Combination switchTurn signal lamps:To indicate a right turn;To indicate a left turnXTo indicate: press the combination switchin desired direction : o

XTurn headlamp range control : to the cor-responding position. The road aheadshould be lit up for 40 m to 100 m and thelow-beam headlamps should not c

Active light functionThe active light function is a system thatmoves the headlamps according to the steer-ing movements of the front wheels. In thiswa