Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operator's Manual

SomOperator’s Manual Sprinter9065844871Order no. 6462 7471 13 Part no. 906 584 48 71 Edition B MY 2011 MBmmer\ Co rporate\ Media\ AGBild in der Größe1

Delayed switch-off (vehicles withsteering wheel buttons) ... 83Light switch ... 89Locator lighting (

General notesGWarningA driver's attention to the road and trafficconditions must always be his/her primaryfocus when driving.For your safety and

Recommendations for optimum climatecontrol:Rset the temperature control to the middlelevel. Only change the temperature in smallincrements.Ronly use t

Rear-compartment air-conditioningsystemOperation:Sets the airflow (Y page 102)KIncreases the airflowIDecreases the airflow;Sets the temperature (Y pag

Rear-compartment heating/rear-compartment air conditioningXMake sure that the rear-compartmentclimate control (rear-compartmentheating/air conditionin

XTurn thumbwheel = up to open and downto close side air vent :.If the ® symbol can be seen onthumbwheel =, defroster vent ; is open.Air ventsYou can u

Air-conditioning system/rear-compartment air conditioningXOn vehicles with rear-compartment airconditioning, make sure that the rear-compartment clima

Windows fogged up on the outsideOnly use the following settings until thewindshield is clear again.XSwitch on the windshield wipers(Y page 94).XAdjust

may be highly flammable and could explode ifheated.In particular, make sure that the containersdescribed above are not placed in the hot airflow from

XTo switch off the auxiliary heating: pressthe y switch.orXTurn the key to position 0 in the ignitionlock.The red indicator lamp in the switch goesout

Setting the switch-on timeOn-board computer without steeringwheel buttonsXUse the same method to select a switch-ontime as described in the "Pres

Speedometer ... 71Tachometer ... 71Instrument cluster illuminationsee Instrument li

Roof ventilator in the cargocompartmentThe roof ventilator can be used to ventilate orextract air from the cargo compartment.XTurn the SmartKey to pos

slip or obstruct the pedals. Do not placefloormats on top of one another.RDo not put any objects in the driver'sfootwell.RStow and secure all loo

Starting the engineXTurn the key to position 2 in the ignitionlock.The % preglow indicator lamp in theinstrument cluster lights up.XWhen the % preglow

Driving in wet conditionsGWarningThere is a danger of hydroplaning occurring,even if you are driving slowly and your tireshave sufficient tread depth,

On gradients steeper than 15%:Rsecure an unladen vehicle at the front axle,e.g. using a wheel chock or similar object.Radditionally, secure a laden ve

Applying the parking brakeXPull brake lever : up as far as the lastpossible detent.The c indicator lamp in the instrumentcluster lights up.iOn vehicle

Selector lever positionsBPark positionThis prevents the vehicle fromrolling away when stopped. Onlymove the selector lever to P whenthe vehicle is sta

transmission will not shift up if the shiftrange is restricted.7The automatic transmission shiftsthrough all five gears.?The automatic transmission sh

vehicle. Otherwise, the vehicle could rollaway.Driving the vehicleExhaust gas aftertreatmentThe exhaust gas aftertreatment requires areducing agent, D

ADR (working speed governor)When activated, the working speed governor(ADR) automatically increases the enginespeed to a preset or adjustable speed(Y

Telephone ... 86Trip computer ... 85Message memory (vehicles withsteering wheel bu

Cruise controlGeneral notesCruise control maintains the speed of thevehicle for you.Use cruise control if road and trafficconditions make it appropria

Resuming the stored speedGWarningOnly select a stored speed if you know whatthat speed is and whether it is suitable for thecurrent driving and traffi

immediate surroundings when parking andmaneuvering. You could otherwise endangeryourself and others.GWarningMake sure that no persons or animals are i

If an obstacle is within this range, allsegments of the warning displays light up andyou hear a warning tone. If the distancebetween the vehicle and t

Roll-back warningPARKTRONIC automatically monitors thearea behind the vehicle if the vehicle beginsto roll backwards without reverse gearengaged, e.g.

GWarningMake sure that no persons or animals are inthe maneuvering range. Otherwise, theycould be injured.GWarning!The rear-view camera could either s

the rear view camera for around 15 secondsbefore switching back to the auxiliary deviceinput (AUX).Switching off the monitorIf the monitor was switche

Display menuYou can customize the monitor display in theDisplay menu.You can select the following submenus:RLighting (Y page 125)RBrightness (Y page 1

XPress the t button.The main menu (menu level 1) is displayed(Y page 124).XPress the : or 9 button until theDisplay menu is highlighted.The Display me

XPress the : or 9 button until theformat you want is highlighted.XPress the t button.Your selected format is activated.iThe 16:9 format fills the enti

RRadioChanging stations (vehicles withsteering wheel buttons) ... 77Cleaning the display ... 162Setting station sel

Factory setting menuYou can reset the monitor to the factorysettings in the Factory setting menu.XPress the t button.The main menu (menu level 1) is d

Ashtrays in the passengercompartmentAshtrays on the left and right in the side trim panelsXTo open: fold out the ashtray.XTo remove the insert: press

! The right and left storage spaces may beloaded with a maximum of 11 lbs (5 kg)each.Stowage compartment above thewindshieldExample, left-hand side:St

Glove box1Locked2Unlocked=Glove box handleiYou can lock and unlock the glove boxusing the vehicle key.XTo open: pull glove box handle = in thedirectio

Folding tableXPull folding table : forwards by the tab.XFold folding table : down in the directionof the arrow and onto the seat cushion.iThe folding

XPlace the beverage container in cupholder A.XPush clamping arm B against thecontainer.Cup holders in the rearXPull out cup holder :.GWarningSlide the

A navigation system does not supplyinformation on the load-bearing capacity ofbridges or the overhead clearance ofunderpasses.The driver remains respo

status and the position of the key in theignition lock. The mobile phone displayindicates the charging status.Communications135ControlsZ

136

Vehicle equipment ... 138Driving tips ... 138Refueling ...

Seat beltCleaning ... 162Display message ... 206Warning lamp ...

Vehicle equipmentiDiese Betriebsanleitung beschreibt alleModelle, Serien- und SonderausstattungenIhres Fahrzeugs, die zum Zeitpunkt desRedaktionsschlu

Obstacles could damage the vehicle, forexample:Rthe axlesRthe propeller shafts and the transmissionRthe tanks and supply reservoirsFor this reason, yo

Before driving off-roadXIf the surface demands it, temporarilydeactivate acceleration skid control (ASR)when pulling away (Y page 49).XSafely stow or

Engine oil consumption! If the vehicle is predominantly used forshort-distance driving, this could lead to amalfunction in the automatic cleaningfunct

reduced in volume each time reverse gearis engaged.RefuelingGWarningFuel is highly flammable. Fire, naked flamesand smoking as well as the use of auxi

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)The exhaust gas aftertreatment requires areducing agent, Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF), inorder to function correctly.GWarningI

iDo not inhale any ammonia vapors whichmay escape when you unscrew the tankfiller cap. Ammonia vapors have a pungentodor. However, they are neither to

Always make sure that the distribution of theload is correct and adapt your driving styleaccording to the load.GWarningIf you have installed a roof ca

During loadingXObserve the gross axle weight rating andpermissible gross vehicle weight for yourvehicle.! On passenger van versions withmaximum seatin

journey, and correct an incorrectly orinadequately secured load if necessary.iYou can obtain information aboutsecuring the load correctly from themanu

Stowage space above theheadliner ... 130Stowage space under the twin co-driver's seat ...

GWarningDo not attempt to modify or repair the lashingpoints, cargo tie-down rings or tie downs. Theload or the cargo tie-down rings could workloose a

Make sure that locking mechanism : isalways engaged in a recess.GWarningIf not firmly anchored in the loading rail, thecargo tie-down ring may slip or

Towing a trailerNotes on trailer towingImportant safety notesThe trailer coupling is one of the mostimportant vehicle parts with regard to roadsafety.

XMake sure that the automatic transmissionis set to position P.XEngage the vehicle's parking brake.XClose the rear doors.XCouple the trailer.XEst

Coolant heat can additionally be dissipatedby opening the windows and by setting theblower fan and the interior temperature tomaximum.RWhen overtaking

Verify compliance with weight limitations ona weighbridge.Trailer power supplyYour vehicle may be equipped with variouselectrical fittings for trailer

Do not use any fuel additives, and useapproved flow improvers only whennecessary.There is otherwise a risk of impaired engineperformance or engine and

! Do not use fuel additives (with theexception of flow improvers), since thiscould lead to malfunctions or enginedamage. Damage caused by the use ofsu

StorageOnly store DEF in containers made of high-alloy Cr-Ni steel or Mo-Cr-Ni steel inaccordance with DIN EN 10 088-1/2/3 orplastic containers made o

Select the SAE class (viscosity) of the engineoil in accordance with the outsidetemperature.! If the SAE viscosity class of the engine oilused does no

DOT (Department ofTransportation) (definition) ... 269Flat tire ... 221GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)

Change intervals for engine oilService product MaintenanceintervalProduct name/number MBSheetNo.Engine oil for diesel engines 2 years or10,000 miles(1

SteeringSteering, no maintenance required.Service product MaintenanceintervalProduct name/number MBSheetNo.Power steering fluid – Mobil ATF-D,Exxon Mo

Change intervals for brake fluidService product MaintenanceintervalProduct name/number MBSheetNo.Brake fluid 2 years Intac B026ERBoiling point: 500 ‡(

Change intervals for coolantService product MaintenanceintervalProduct name/number MBSheetNo.Coolant, antifreeze/corrosion inhibitorevery sixthmainten

GWarningNever use openings in the bodywork as steps.You may otherwise damage the vehicle or loseyour footing and injure yourself or others.If you have

! In order to avoid consequential damage,repair damage caused by loose chippingsand remove any dirt immediately, inparticular:Rinsect remainsRbird dro

The windshield wipers may otherwise moveand injure you.XTurn the key to position 0 in the ignitionlock or remove it.! Do not fold the windshield wiper

from the windshield and the wiper blades toprevent smearing. Smears impair the driver'sview, and their effect is made worse inconditions where vi

RGrab handlesRWheels, tires and wheel archesRLicense platesXRemove any trapped foreign objects, e.g.stones.XCheck the wheel suspension for damage.GWar

authorized Sprinter Dealer. All work relevantto safety or on safety-related systems mustbe carried out at a qualified specialistworkshop.Observe the n

TroubleshootingAutomatic transmission ... 214Driving systems ... 215Turn signals ...

service. You will also see a minus sign beforethe service due date.Calling up the service due dateXTurn the key to position 2 in the ignitionlock.The

XPush hood catch release handle ;upwards.XSwing the hood upwards until support strut= engages and the hood is supported.Closing the hoodGWarningWhen c

Only open the coolant expansion tank whenthe coolant temperature is below 122 ‡(50 †).GWarningCoolant contains glycol and is therefore toxic.Do not sw

Have the system checked immediately at aqualified specialist workshop, e.g. at anauthorized Sprinter Dealer.iThere is usually a notice in the engineco

The following messages may be displayed:1OKXDo not add oil.– 1.0 qtsXAdd the amount of oilshown (Y page 173).XCheck the engine oillevel again after a

Vehicles with a yellow oil dipstick: only checkthe oil level when the engine is cold.XPark the vehicle on a level surface.XPull out oil dipstick :.XWi

XTo install the air filter: insert the filtermat.XPut cover : on.Vehicle assembliesCheck the assemblies regularly for leaks. Iffluid is being lost (e.

BatteriesGWarningRisk of explosion.Explosive oxyhydrogen isproduced when batteriesare being charged. Onlycharge batteries in well-ventilated areas.Ris

Disconnecting the batteryGWarningThere is a risk of a short circuit if the positiveterminal of the connected battery comes intocontact with any part o

Removing the battery cover in the driver'sfootwellXRemove screws ; and slide cover : inthe direction of the arrow.The screws must protrude beyond

Vehicle equipmentiDiese Betriebsanleitung beschreibt alleModelle, Serien- und SonderausstattungenIhres Fahrzeugs, die zum Zeitpunkt desRedaktionsschlu

XLoosen the bolts holding retainer =, whichprevents the battery from moving around.XPull retainer = upwards and slide thebattery out of its anchorage

Battery care! Please always observe the followingnotes:Rdirty battery clamps and battery surfacescause leak currents, which lead to thebatteries disch

180

Vehicle equipment ... 182Where will I find...? ... 182Troubleshooting ...

Vehicle equipmentiDiese Betriebsanleitung beschreibt alleModelle, Serien- und SonderausstattungenIhres Fahrzeugs, die zum Zeitpunkt desRedaktionsschlu

Warning lampThe warning lamp is behind the cover in thestorage compartment of the driver's door.1Locked2UnlockedXUnlock quick-release fasteners 2

Chassis CabWheel chock on the left-hand side of the vehicleXPull the retainer spring downwards andremove the chock.iWhen stowing it away, make sure th

:Catch spring;Electric air pump=Premium tire sealantSpare wheelIf you are replacing the tires on the vehicle,you may use the spare wheel as a road whe

XUse the pump lever to lever the spare wheelbeyond the rear of the spare wheel bracket.XCarefully remove the spare wheel from thebracket.GWarningWhen

TroubleshootingIndicator and warning lamps in the instrument clusterGWarningThe operating safety of your vehicle could be jeopardized if maintenance w

Emergency tensioning retractors, airbags andremote control batteries contain perchlorate,which may require special handling andregard for the environm

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutionsh ! : bThe yellow ESP®, ABSand ASR/BAS warninglamps, and the redbrake system warninglamp light up

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions:The yellow ASR/BAS indicatorlamp is lit whilethe engine isrunning.GWarning!ASR has been deactivat

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions!The yellow ABSindicator lamp islit while theengine isrunning.GWarning!ABS has been deactivated du

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions+The red SRSindicator lampdoes not go outapproximatelyfour secondsafter switchingon the ignition,o

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions4The yellowengine oil levelwarning lamplights up afterthe engine isstarted or whilethe vehicle is

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions4The yellowengine oil levelwarning lamplights uprepeatedly whilethe vehicle is inmotion.There is a

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions7|The yellowreserve fuelwarning lamplights up whilethe engine isrunning and thedisplay for thetank

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions;The yellowcheck engineindicator lamplights up whilethe engine isrunning.The exhaust gas aftertrea

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionshUS vehiclesonly:The yellow tirepressuremonitor warninglamp flashes for60 seconds andthen remains

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsbThe yellow bulbindicator lamplights up whenthe key is turnedto position 2 inthe ignition lock.A b

Symbols$Warning%Environmental note!Possible vehicle damage+Helpful hints or further informationXInstructionsYYContinuation symbol(Y page)page referen

Modifying the engine power outputHaving the engine power output of yourvehicle increased by tampering with theelectronic engine management system will

Vehicles with steering wheel buttonsThe on-board computer shows warnings,malfunctions or additional information in thedisplay. For certain display mes

Display messagesDisplay messages on vehicles without steering wheel buttonsDisplay messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsNO TPMS The NO

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions¯dEF ChkIn addition, the yellow å DEF indicator lamp lights up and awarning tone sounds.T

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe exhaust gas aftertreatment system is defective or anemissions-relevant malfunction ha

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsABSUnavailableGWarning!ABS has been deactivated due to undervoltage. The battery mightnot

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsESPUnavailableESP® has been deactivated due to undervoltage. This alsodeactivates cruise

Symbol messages on vehicles with steering wheel buttonsDisplay messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutionsåxx starts remainingThe Diesel Exh

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions:Visit workshopGWarning!BAS has been deactivated due to a malfunction.The brake system co

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsbBrake force distributionGWarning!EBD has been deactivated due to undervoltage.The batter

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions*Check coolant levelThe coolant level is too low.Never run the engine if the coolant leve

Sprinter body builder guidelineIf you intend on making any alterations to thevehicle, we strongly recommend that youcontact the distributor named on t

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsOCheck tire(s)The pressure of one or more tires has dropped significantly. If thetire pre

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsbLow beam leftThe left-hand low beam is faulty7.XHalogen headlamps: replace the bulbs as

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsbHigh beam leftThe left-hand high-beam is faulty7.XReplace the bulb as soon as possible (

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsbMarker lampA perimeter lamp is faulty7.XReplace the bulb as soon as possible (Y page 233

Warning tonesGWarningThe operating safety of your vehicle could be jeopardized if maintenance work is carried outincorrectly. As a result, you could l

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe engine does notstart.The starter motor canbe heard.There is air in the fuel system.XTurn the k

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe engine does notstart.The starter motorcannot be heard.The battery is discharged or faulty.XChe

Driving systemsGWarningThe operating safety of your vehicle could be jeopardized if maintenance work is carried outincorrectly. As a result, you could

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe PARKTRONICwarning displaysimplausible distances.For example, all thesegments may be liteven th

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe auxiliary heatingdoes not switch on.The outside temperature is above 39 ‡ (4 †). The auxiliary

unless explicitly instructed to do so byinformation on the label itself.Removing warning labels may cause you andothers to be unaware of certain risks

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsIt is no longer possibleto lock the vehicleusing the remotecontrol.The turn signals do notflash wh

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M SolutionsThe key cannot beturned in the ignitionlock.The vehicle voltage is too low.XSwitch off all non-ess

Always have maintenance work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. The qualifiedspecialist workshop must have the necessary specialist knowl

EngineDraining the fuel filterIf the : indicator lamp lights up, you mustdrain the fuel filter.! When the : indicator lamp lights up,drain the fuel fi

Replace the tires, including the spare wheel,at least every six years. They should bereplaced regardless of the degree of treadwear. Check the tire pr

compartment in the right-hand doorway(Y page 184).XAffix the sticker within the driver's field ofvision.GWarningIt is essential to comply with th

Tire sealant bottle for twin tiresCValveDTire sealant bottle with hook, hose andangled connecting pieceXShake tire sealant bottle D.XUnscrew and remov

! Do not run the electric air pump for longerthan 20 minutes without a break; otherwiseit may overheat.The air pump can be used again once it hascoole

XHook tire sealant bottle D into the uppervent hole in the wheel using hook G.XPush angled connecting piece I locatedon the hose of tire sealant fille

EHandleFTurning pieceXRemove the cap from valve G on thedefective tire.XGuide the valve tool through the gap in thewheel and push it onto tire valve G

Cockpit ... 22Instrument cluster variants ... 24Steering wheel with buttons ... 2

iIf the valve insert is damaged or lost whenit is unscrewed, you can use the valve insertof the tire sealant bottle after you haveused the tire sealan

GWarningIf the minimum tire pressure of 43.5 psi(3 bar) still cannot be achieved, the tire is toobadly damaged.Do not drive any further. Consult a qua

! 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 (example: vehicle type 3500 )! Do not place the jack on the leaf spring orthe differential case.On cab chassis vehicles, the jacking poi

Wheels with centering by wheel bolts::Wheel bolt for alloy wheel;Wheel bolt for steel wheel! For a steel wheel, only use the short wheelbolts to insta

XPush the edge of the hub cap with bothhands against the wheel until it clicks intoplace.! With a hub cap for the middle of the wheel,make sure that t

Do not change Xenon bulbs yourself, but havethem replaced at a qualified specialistworkshop which has the necessary specialistknowledge and tools to c

High-beam headlamps/cornering lamps,low-beam headlamps, fog lampsXSwitch off the lights.XOpen the hood (Y page 168).XPress catches : down.XLift housin

XPull out the bulb holder with the bulb.XPull the bulb out of the bulb holder.XPress a new bulb into the bulb holder.XInsert the bulb holder into the

XSwitch off the lights.XUndo screws : and remove the rear lamplens in the direction of the arrow.XPull the connector off the bulb holder.;Retaining lu

CockpitCockpitiThis Operator's Manual describes all thestandard and optional equipment availablefor your vehicle at the time of purchase.Country

XTurn the bulb counter-clockwise bypressing lightly and pull it out of the bulbholder.XPush a new bulb into the bulb holder andscrew in clockwise.XPos

XInsert new bulb ;.XAlign and engage lamp housing : on theright-hand side.! Have the bulbs for the overhead controlpanel interior lights changed at a

systems. Do not repair or bypass defectivefuses. A fire may otherwise result throughoverload. Have the problem assessed andresolved only at a qualifie

ArrangementFusesFuse-relay box (SRB)No. Consumer Fuse rating1 Horn 15 A2 Electronic steering lock(electronic ignition/startswitch)25 A3 Electronic ign

No. Consumer Fuse rating22 Brake system (ABS) 5 A23 Starter motor 20 A24 Engine components 10 A25 12 V socket in the centerconsole25 AFuse block F55/1

No. Consumer Fuse rating5 Terminal 30 fuse box,signal acquisition andactuation module(SAM)/fuse-relay box(SRB)150 A6 Connection point on thebase of th

ArrangementFusesFuse block F55/3No. Consumer Fuse rating1 Mirror setting/rearwindow defroster5 A2 Rear window wiper 30 A3 Rear view camera/mobile phon

No. Consumer Fuse rating15 Trailer recognition unit 25 A16 Tire pressure monitor/PARKTRONIC7.5 A17 PSM control unit 25 A18 PSM control unit 25 AFuse b

recycled in an environmentallyresponsible manner.Dispose of old batteries in anenvironmentally responsiblemanner. Take discharged batteriesto a qualif

XRemove implement ;.XRefit cover :.Jump starting, tow-starting andtowing awayJump-startingGeneral notesIf the vehicle battery is flat, the engine can

Function PageOSteering wheel adjustment 69PSelector lever (automatictransmission) 109QParking brake112Function PageROpens the hood 168SAdditional swit

Jump-starting connection point left of the air filterXThen, use other positive terminalclamp : of the jumper cable to turn thered protective cap of th

You could otherwise become locked outwhen pushing or towing the vehicle.! Do not exceed the towing speed of31 mph (50 km/h). You could otherwisedamage

down, e.g. with the aid of another person orby tying the propeller shaft up.XAlways remove the propeller shafts leadingto the driven axles.! Always us

Vehicle equipment ... 252Important safety notes ... 252Operation ...

Vehicle equipmentiDiese Betriebsanleitung beschreibt alleModelle, Serien- und SonderausstattungenIhres Fahrzeugs, die zum Zeitpunkt desRedaktionsschlu

OperationNotes on drivingRIf the vehicle is heavily laden, check the tirepressures, and correct them, if necessary.RWhen parking your vehicle, make su

Bar marking : for tread wear is integratedinto the tire tread.Notes on selecting, mounting andreplacing tiresROnly mount tires and wheels of the samet

When you have mounted M+S tires:XCheck the tire pressure (Y page 255).XRestart the tire pressure monitor(Y page 258).GWarningIf you use your spare whe

A table of recommended tire pressures canbe found on the Tire & Loading Informationplacard11 or the tire pressure plate on theB-pillar on the driv

Tire pressure too low or too highUnderinflated tiresGWarningFollow recommended tire inflation pressures.Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires

Instrument cluster variantsFunction Page:Instrument cluster on vehicles without steering-wheel buttons70;Indicator and warninglamps=f, g Brightens/dim

Do not overload the tires by exceeding thespecified load limit as indicated on the Tireand Loading Information placard on thedriver's door B-pill

Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiencyand tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle'shandling and stopping ability. Please note thatthe TP

Calling up tire pressure using the on-board computerVehicles with steering wheel buttonsUsing the steering wheel buttonsXTurn the key to position 2 in

Vehicles without steering wheel buttonsXTurn the key to position 2 in the ignitionlock.XPress the 4 menu button on theinstrument cluster repeatedly un

Tire and Loading Informationplacard : is on the B-pillar on thedriver's side. The Tire and LoadingInformation placard shows thepermissible number

:Maximum number of seats;Maximum permissible gross vehicleweight ratingMaximum number of seats : determines themaximum number of occupants allowed tot

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 cargo and trailer load/noseweight (maximum gross vehicle weight rating from the Tire and Loading Infor

iThe actual values for tires are specific toeach vehicle and may deviate from thevalues in the illustration.Maximum tire load : is the maximumpermitte

Tire code: tire code ? specifies the tire type."R" represents radial tires. "D" representsdiagonal tires, "B" represents

Function PagedESP® warning lamp50,187ASR warning lamp 48,187%Coolant level too low 193?Coolant temperature toohigh 193+Restraint systemsmalfunction 19

workshop, e.g. at an authorized SprinterDealer.DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)U.S. tire regulations prescribe that every newtire manufacturer or

DOT (Department of Transportation)Tires with the DOT label fulfill therequirements of the U.S. Department ofTransportation.Average weight of vehicle o

Maximum weight of the laden vehicleThe maximum weight is the sum of theunladen weight of the vehicle, the weight ofthe accessories, the maximum load a

a high-capacity battery, are not included inthe unladen weight and the weight of theaccessories.TIN (Tire Identification Number)A unique identificatio

characteristics could otherwise beaffected.Otherwise, the operating reliability and roadsafety of the vehicle could be jeopardized.This could cause yo

You may mount a spare wheel against thedirection of rotation. Observe the timerestriction on use as well as the speedlimitation specified on the spare

274

Vehicle equipment ... 276Genuine Sprinter parts ... 276Vehicle electronics ... 276V

Vehicle equipmentiDiese Betriebsanleitung beschreibt alleModelle, Serien- und SonderausstattungenIhres Fahrzeugs, die zum Zeitpunkt desRedaktionsschlu

for example an authorized Sprinter Dealer.Otherwise, the vehicle parts may wear outmore quickly. This can invalidate thegeneral operating permit and t

Steering wheel with buttonsFunction Page:Display 74Controls the on-board computer;Selects a submenu oradjusts the volume 74W Up/increases thevolumeX D

Base of the driver's seat:Vehicle identification plate with vehicleidentification number for vehicles orchassisThe VIN is also stamped into the r

Engine compartment?VIN (stamped on the rear wall of theengine compartment)AEngine number (stamped on thecrankcase)BEmission Control Information and en

iThe data shown in the pictures is for thepurposes of illustration. Such data isvehicle-specific and can differ from thatshown. Always observe the spe

OverviewVehicle type 2500 3500Rim size (pressed-steel rim) 6.5 J x 16 5.5 J x 16Rim size (alloy rim) 6.5 J x 16 —Offset 2.13 in (54 mm) —Half distance

18 ‡ (10 †) in air temperature. This mustbe observed when checking tire pressureinside a building – especially in winter.Example:Room temperature = ap

Tire pressure tableTires Permissible axle loads (see vehicle identification plate)Front axle Rear axle3970 lbs (1801 kg)4080 lbs (1851 kg)4410 lbs (20

Load railsThe maximum tensile loads of the lashingpoints in the cargo compartment are:Lashing point Permissible nominal tensile loadLoad rails on carg

vehicle's registration papers and on the typeplate of the trailer coupling, the trailer and thevehicle identification plate (Y page 277). Inthe e

Maximum permitted weights and loadsType ofvehicleGrossvehicleweightGVWRGrossfront axleloadGAWR(FA)Gross rearaxle loadGAWR(RA)Grosscombinationweight17G

CapacitiesEngine with oilfilterFuel tank DEF tank CoolingsystemWindshield/headlampcleaningsystemEngine oil ULTRA-LOWSULFUR DIESELDiesel ExhaustFluid (

Switch unitsCenter consoleFunction PagecSwitches the left/right-hand seat heating on/off 68zSwitches the windshieldheating on/off 95|Switches the rear

288

ImpressumInternetFurther information about Mercedes-Benzvehicles can be found on the followingwebsite:www.mercedes-benz.comEditorial officeYou are wel

Order no. 6462 7471 13 Part no. 906 584 48 71 Edition B MY 2011 MBÉ90658448718ËÍ9065844871

Thank you for choosing the new Sprinter.Before your first journey, please familiarizeyourself with your vehicle and how itoperates, as well as its dri

Driver's doorFunction Page:Adjusts the exterior mirrors 70;Selects an exterior mirror 70=Opens/closes the left-handside window 61?Opens/closes th

Switch unit between the steering wheel andignition lockFunction PagelkSwitches the rear-compartment conveniencelighting on/off 92Switch units29At a gl

30

Vehicle equipment ... 32Occupant safety ... 32Emergency exit ...

Vehicle equipmentiDiese Betriebsanleitung beschreibt alleModelle, Serien- und SonderausstattungenIhres Fahrzeugs, die zum Zeitpunkt desRedaktionsschlu

GWarningNever ride in a moving vehicle with the seatbackrest in an excessively reclined position asthis can be dangerous. You could slide underthe sea

abdomen, it could cause serious injuries ina crash.RNever wear seat belts over rigid orbreakable objects in or on your clothing,such as eyeglasses, pe

XWithout twisting it, place the shouldersection of the seat belt over the center ofthe shoulder and the lap section across thehips.XEngage belt tongue

Tensioning Device could be triggered in theevent of an accident.ETDs help remove slack in the seat belts in anaccident, pulling the seat belt close ag

For your safety, we strongly recommendhaving the system checked by an authorizedSprinter Dealer immediately. Otherwise SRSmay not be activated when it

followed. These instructions are availablefrom any authorized Sprinter Dealer.RGiven the considerable deployment speed,required inflation volume, and

properly and use an appropriately sizedinfant restraint, toddler restraint, orbooster seat recommended for the size andweight of the child.RChildren t

Driver's front air bag : deploys in front ofthe steering wheel; co-driver's front airbag ; deploys in front of and above the glovebox. They

Rindependently of the front air bagsRindependently of the EmergencyTensioning DevicesThe side impact air bags are generally notdeployed in the event o

GWarningDo not carry heavy or hard objects in thepassenger compartment unless they arefirmly secured in place.Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo

RNever place anything between the seatcushion and child seat (e.g. pillow). Thebottom of the child seat must make fullcontact with the vehicle seat cu

seat belt lies properly across their bodieswithout the need for a booster seat.Install the child restraint system according tothe manufacturer's

XMove head restraint : upwards.XInstall the "LATCH" child seat mount withTop Tether. Comply with themanufacturer's installation instruc

must not be opened unless the vehicle isstationary.In an emergency, or after an accident, thevehicle occupants can exit the vehiclethrough the emergen

XTurn both handles : to a horizontalposition. Make sure that locks = are infront of the window frame on the inside.The window is locked.XReplace locki

Index ... 4Introduction ... 16At a glance ...

serves as a reminder to take extra care whiledriving.XIf ABS intervenes: continue to depress thebrake pedal with force until the brakingsituation is o

GWarningNever switch off ASR when you see thed warning lamp flashing in the instrumentcluster. In this case proceed as follows:Rwhen driving off, appl

ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)GWarningObserve "Important safety notes"(Y page 47).If ESP® detects that the vehicle is deviatingfrom the

Vehicle equipment ... 52Opening and closing ... 52Anti-theft systems ...

Vehicle equipmentiDiese Betriebsanleitung beschreibt alleModelle, Serien- und SonderausstattungenIhres Fahrzeugs, die zum Zeitpunkt desRedaktionsschlu

restraint system. Children could otherwiseinjure themselves on parts of the vehicle.They could be severely or even fatally injuredby prolonged exposur

Locking the vehicle using the foldingkeyYou can also unlock/lock the driver's doorand the rear door using the folding key.Driver's doorRear

Locking and unlocking manuallyUsing the central locking button, you cancentrally lock/unlock either the entire vehicleor just the sliding doors and re

Deactivating automatic locking whendrivingXTurn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignitionlock when the doors are closed.XFor the entire vehicle: pres

GWarningIf the vehicle is parked on an incline, thesliding door may move of its own accord if itis open but not engaged. You and others couldthen beco

1, 2, 3 ...12 V socket ... 133AABS (Anti-lock Brake System)Display message ... 201ABS (A

GWarningAlways make sure that there is sufficient roomfor approaching traffic when opening the reardoors and that nobody can become trapped.You could

XOpen the rear door to about 45°.XPull and hold door retainer : in thedirection of the arrow.XOpen the rear door more than 90°, so thatthe door retain

Before driving off, make sure that the partitionsliding door is closed and that the lock isengaged.GWarningMake sure that nobody can become trappedas

Control panel (example, driver's door):Power window, left;Power window, rightXTurn the key to position 2 in the ignitionlock.XTo open/close: pull

XTo arm: close all doors.XLock the vehicle using the & button onthe key.The indicator lamp in the upper centrallocking button (Y page 55) flashes.

mirror or on the grab handles on theheadliner. This will prevent a false alarm.Deactivating the interior motion sensorDeactivate the interior motion s

:Seat fore-and-aft adjustment;Lumbar support adjustment=Seat backrest adjustment?Seat height adjustmentASeat cushion angle adjustmentBSeat suspension

Swiveling front seatsGWarningDo not start the engine unless the driver's andco-driver's seats are facing in the direction oftravel and are l

XTo fold the seat cushions forwards: liftthe seat cushion out of frontanchorage :.XPull the seat cushion forwards slightly andout of rear anchorage ;.

Installing two-seat or three-seat rearbenchesXObserve the prescribed installationposition of the bench seat.Install the two-seat rear bench only on th

Notes on care ... 179Reconnecting ... 178Removing/installing ... 177Belt

Adjusting the head restraints:Release button;Height adjustment=Angle adjustment (luxury head restraintsonly)XTo raise: pull the head restraint up to t

The three red indicator lamps in button :show the activated heating level 1 to 3.The system automatically switches downfrom level 3 to level 2 after a

XAnti-glare mode: push anti-glare lever :in the direction of the arrow.Exterior mirrorsImportant safety notesGWarningThe additional mirrors in the ext

The display in the instrument cluster isactivated when you:Ropen the driver's doorRturn the key to position 2 in the ignition lockRpress the 9 re

Fuel gauge:Fuel gauge on vehicles without steeringwheel buttons;Fuel gauge on vehicles with steeringwheel buttons=Fuel filler flap location indicator

Standard display:Odometer;Trip meter=Clock?Outside temperature or digitalspeedometerAFuel gauge (Y page 72)BSelector lever position or current shiftra

XPress reset button 9.The year display flashes.XPress f or g to set the year.iIf you keep the f or g button pressed,the value will change continuously

=Using the telephone6Accepts a call~Ends a call?Scrolls from one menu to anotherVForwardsUBackAScrolls within a menu&Forwards*BackSeveral function

Menu overviewDiagramsGeneric termsThis is what the displays look like when youscroll through the menus.iThe generic terms in the tabular overviewshoul

Standard displayIn the basic setting, the odometer and the tripmeter are shown in the upper part of thedisplay. This is referred to as the standarddis

Heating in the rear compartment ... 99Rear-compartment airconditioning ... 100Rear-compartment heating ...

XPress & or * to select the desiredstation.iIt is only possible to store new stationsusing the audio system. See the separateoperating instruction

Using the steering wheel buttonsXPress the V or U button repeatedlyuntil the Settings menu appears in thedisplay.XPress the 9 reset button for about t

RLighting (Y page 82)-Activating/deactivating daytime runninglamp mode and surround lighting (locatorlighting)-Setting the exterior lighting delayedsw

XPress W or X to select the unit for allmessages in the display: km (kilometers) ormiles.Selecting the languageUsing the steering wheel buttonsXPress

Clock/Date submenuSetting the clockUsing the steering wheel buttonsXPress the V or U button repeatedlyuntil the Settings menu appears in thedisplay.XP

XPress W or X to select theLighting submenu.XPress & to select the Hdlmp modefunction.The selection marker is on the currentsetting.XPress W or X

you do not close an opened door after theengine has been switched off.Using the steering wheel buttonsXPress the V or U button repeatedlyuntil the Set

Convenience submenuKey-dependent settingsThe Key function allows you to define whethersettings for the following submenus arestored with a key depende

Calling up the rangeUsing the steering wheel buttonsXPress the V or U button repeatedlyuntil the display shows the After startmessage.XPress the &

XPress 6.The display shows the call duration.Rejecting or ending a callXPress ~.The caller then hears the engaged tone.The display shows the operation

Doorway lampChanging bulbs ... 238Driver's door and co-driver's door ... 56Driving abroad ...

then is the electrical system fullydisconnected from the power supply.iOnly disconnect the vehicle electricalsystem from the power supply using thebat

Lamp failure indicatorThe bulb failure indicator monitors all lampsof the exterior lighting with the exception ofthe front position lamps and the trai

Ã, daytime running lamp mode remainsswitched on.Automatic headlamp modeParking lamps, low-beam headlamps and thelicense plate lamp are switched onauto

XTo indicate: press the combination switchin desired direction : or ;, until itengages.The combination switch automaticallyreturns to its original pos

Front interior lightingStandard front interior lighting:To switch on the interior lighting;Automatic control=To switch off the interior lightingFront

lights on/off separately, depending on theposition of the central control switch.Central control switch for the rear interior lighting:To switch on th

Good visibilityWindshield wipers:Single wipe/to wipe with washer fluid(Y page 95);To switch on the windshield wipersSwitching on the windshield wipers

iUse washer fluid to wipe the rear windoweven when it is raining. This prevents therear window from smearing.Windshield washer system:To wipe with was

XStart the engine.XTo switch on/off: press the : switch.The indicator lamp in the switch comes onwhen the rear window defroster is switchedon.96Good v

Climate controlOverview of climate control systemsThe vehicle is equipped with one of the following climate control systems:HeatingThe heating system