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2008 Sprinter
2008
Sprinter
OWNER’ S MANUAL
81-326-0899 First Edition Printed in U.S.A.
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VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name This manual illustrates and describes the operation of Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the features and equipment that are either standard or op- name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefor. tional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a description of features and equipment that are no longer DRIVING AND ALCOHOL available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please Drunken driving is
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nf_BA.book Page 1 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM Thank you for choosing the new Country-specific vehicle equipment, lim- vehicle. For this reason, you should al- Sprinter Vehicle. ited availability of items of special equip- ways keep them in the vehicle and pass ment or different product labeling is them on to the new owner if you sell the Before your first journey, please familiar- possible in some countries. vehicle. ize yourself with your vehicle and how it operates, as well as its d
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nf_BA.book Page 2 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM Symbols Trademarks ® ESP is a registered trademark of * Optional equipment Chrysler Vans LLC. Warning G Environmental note H ! Caution Tip i Action required Sequence of actions (several ) Continuation symbol page Page reference Display Display in the multifunction display
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nf_BA.book Page 3 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM Contents Introduction ............................5 1 At a glance............................17 2 Safety .....................................33 3 Controls in detail..................81 4 Operation............................301 5 Practical hints ....................429 6 *Technical data .................599 Index............................................. 637 3
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nf_BA.book Page 5 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM Introduction Environmental protection Introduction Environmental protection Fuel consumption and engine, transmis- Do not carry any unnecessary weight Environmental note H in/on the vehicle. sion, brake and tire wear depend on the two following factors: Keep an eye on the vehicle’s fuel con- Chrysler’s declared policy is one of compre- sumption. hensive environmental protection. Operating conditions of your vehicle Remove roof rac
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nf_BA.book Page 6 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM Introduction Environmental protection Environmental concerns and Personal driving style recommendations Do not depress the accelerator pedal In this manual, whenever you see in- when starting the engine. structions to discard materials, you Do not warm up the engine when the should first attempt to reclaim and recy- vehicle is stationary. cle them. To preserve our environment, Adopt an anticipatory style of driving follow appropri
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nf_BA.book Page 7 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM Introduction Operating safety Operating safety Warning G Warning G Warning (Continued) G Work carried out incorrectly on electronic Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, Other work carried out incorrectly or equipment and its software could cause and certain vehicle components contain modifications to the vehicle could also the equipment to stop working. The elec- or emit chemicals known to the State of jeopardize operating safety. tr
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nf_BA.book Page 8 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM Introduction Operating safety Warning G Warning G Warning (Continued) G A heavy impact to the underbody, tires or Always have maintenance work carried In particular, work relevant to safety or on wheels, for example when bottoming out out at an authorized Sprinter Dealer which safety-related systems must be carried on rough terrain or driving over an obsta- has the necessary specialist knowledge out at an authorized Sprinter Dealer. cle a
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nf_BA.book Page 9 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM Introduction Operating safety years or 100000 miles (160000 km) thorized Sprinter Dealer, there is a Service and warranty information or 3000 hours of engine operation, possibility that your vehicle has not been The manufacturer warrants to the origi- whichever occurs first. registered in your name with the manu- nal and each subsequent owner of a facturer. The manufacturer will only be The Owner’s Warranty Information Book Mercedes-Benz
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nf_BA.book Page 10 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM Introduction Operating safety Tampering with the electronic engine Digital speedometer and total Modifying the engine power out- management system modifies emission distance recorder put values and it will not be possible to guar- Do not allow the electronically stored to- Having the engine power output of your antee the operating safety of the engine tal distance covered by your vehicle to vehicle increased by tampering with the in eve
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nf_BA.book Page 11 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM Introduction Operating safety Body builder guideline Chrysler Vans LLC Vehicle alterations P.O. Box 21-8004 If you intend on making any alterations The manufacturer recommends the use Auburn Hills, MI 48321-8004 to the vehicle, we strongly recommend of genuine Sprinter parts and conversion United States of America that you select one of the following op- parts as well as accessories that have tions in order to obtain all necessary in- b
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nf_BA.book Page 12 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM Introduction Operating safety Body builders and dealers who make any The manufacturer is not responsible for modifications which may affect the final Warning G any final certification or claims regard- certification of the engine, vehicle or ing product liability, or warranty claims, Any modifications or alterations of the equipment assume the sole responsibil- which result from any component, as- Sprinter vehicle not in compliance with
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nf_BA.book Page 13 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM Introduction Operating safety Stickers and warning labels Correct use Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with Warning G Warning G your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we Various warning labels are affixed to your Be sure to read the Operating Instructions. urge you to immediately contact an au- vehicle. These warning labels are intend- Otherwise, you may not be aware
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nf_BA.book Page 14 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM Introduction Operating safety In the USA: In Canada: Chrysler Vans LLC Customer Center Chrysler Canada, Inc. Customer Center P.O. Box 21-8004 P.O. Box 1621 Auburn Hills, MI 48321-8001 Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 United States of America Telephone: (800) 465-2001 Telephone: 800-992-1997 14
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nf_BA.book Page 15 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM Introduction REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect, which could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to noti- fying the manufacturer. If the NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety
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nf_BA.book Page 16 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM Introduction Information regarding electronic recording devices Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data. This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety. Chrysler Vans LLC may access the information and shar
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nf_BA.book Page 17 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM At a glance At a glance Cockpit............. 18 Instrument cluster............. 20 1 Steering wheel with buttons*............. 25 Center console............. 26 Overhead control panel*............. 27 Switch units............. 28 Door control panel............. 31 17
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nf_BA.book Page 18 Friday, January 25, 2008 3:53 PM At a glance Cockpit Cockpit 1 N68.10-2287-31 18
