2004 DODGE SPRINTER ignition

126 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELSwitching the Auxiliary Heater On and Off - Ignition
Off
To switch it on:
Press buttonö.
The vehicle-side blower automatically switches on.
Display: Symbolö and remaining heating period.
The remaining heating period can be lengthened by
using the buttonþ (max. of 120 minutes); it may be
shortened by using the buttoný (min. of 1 minute).
To switch off:
Press buttonö again.
The blower inside the vehicle automatically switches
off. The auxiliary heater will automatically switch off
after about 3 minutes.
Display: Current time and current day of the week
(about 15 seconds).
Switching the Auxiliary Heater On and Off - Ignition
On
To switch it on:
Press the buttonö.The auxiliary heater is running.
Display: Symbolö, current time and current day of
the week.
If the ignition is switched off, the auxiliary heater will
remain on for another 15 minutes before automatically
switching off. The remaining heating period can be
lengthened by using the buttonþ (max. of
120 minutes); it may be shortened by using the
buttoný (min. of 1 minute).
To switch off:
Press the buttonö again.
The auxiliary heater will automatically switch off after
about 3 minutes.
Display: Current time and current day of the week.
Setting the time and day
Press the button” until the "Time" display begins to
flash.
Use either the buttonýorþ to set the current
time. The current time has been saved when the
display stops flashing or the button” is used for
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The "Day" display then flashes.
Use either the buttonýorþ to set the current
day of the week. The current day has been saved when
the display stops flashing or the button” i s u se d f or
confirmation.
When the ignition is switched on, the current time and
day remain on display. When the ignition is switched
off, the display disappears after about 15 seconds.
Setting/Activating Preselected Times
3 preselected times may be saved.
Setting preselected times:
Press the buttonH repeatedly until the desired
memory (1 – 3) flashes.
Briefly press the buttonýorþ – the preselected
time will flash.
Use either the buttonýorþ to set the
preselected time. The current preselected time has
been saved when the display stops flashing.
Activate the preselected time (up to 24 hours):Press the buttonH until the desired memory (1 – 3)
and the preselected time both flash.
The preselected time has been activated when the
display stops flashing. Within the next 24 hours, the
heater will switch on at the preselected time displayed.
Activate the preselected time (from 24 hours to a max.
of 7 days):
A preselected time may be chosen up to 7 days
beforehand.
Press the buttonH until the desired memory (1 – 3)
and the preselected time both flash.
After about 5 seconds, the "Preselected Day" display
will appear – use either the buttonýorþ to set
the preselected day.
The preselected time and day have been activated
when the display stops flashing and when the current
time, activated memory, and the flashing symbolö
appear in the display.
To call up the activated memory:
Briefly press the buttonH – the preselected day and
time will be displayed for about 5 seconds.Freightliner-all.book Pag e 127 Monday, December 1, 2003 2:54 PM

128 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELSwitching off preselected times:
Press the buttonH repeatedly until no memory is
displayed – no preselected time is activated.
Setting the Heating Period
Settings between 1 minute and 120 minutes may be set
for heating periods to run when the ignition is
switched off.
Do not switch on the heater.
Press the buttoný until the current heating period
begins to flash.
Use either the buttonýorþ to set the desired
heating period. The new heating period will be saved
as soon as the display disappears.
Auxiliary Heater Operation
The symbolö appears in the timer display as soon
as the heater is switched on. After about 20 to
50 seconds, the heater runs with the complete flow of
heat, so that the operating temperature is reached as
soon as possible.Heat operation:
Different operating conditions will be in effect
depending on the heat level required.
The integrated control unit adjusts the heat flow using
the following operating levels:
Water heater: High – Low – Off
Air heater: Power – High – Medium – Low – Off
Safety Equipment
For safety reasons, the heater will automatically switch
off if faults occur which cause the device to overheat.
Tips for Coping with Problems; refer to "Auxiliary
Heater – Tips for Coping with Problems".
The integrated control unit contains a diagnostic
system which detects and stores faults. The error can
be read by means of the vehicle diagnosis. If a fault
occurs while the heater is switched on, the
symbolö will flash and the error code for that fault
will be displayed in the timer.
The fault should be corrected as soon as possible by an
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130 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELTo switch on at blower speed 1:
Press the upper section, the left-hand indicator lamp in
the switch lights up.
To switch on at blower speed 2:
Press the lower section, the right-hand indicator lamp
in the switch lights up.
To switch off :
Press the switch to the middle position.
Operation is only possible when the key is turned to
position 2 in the ignition lock.
NOTE: The auxiliary heat exchanger in the load
compartment should be switched off at coolant
temperatures below 176 °F (+80 °C) to quickly de-fog
and de-ice the windshield and front side windows.
A UXILIA RY HEA TER – TIPS FOR COPING WITH
PROBLEMSThe heater either does not switch on or automatically
switches off:
 Insufficient fuel, fill up the fuel tank. Start up heater
several times, until the fuel lines are filled.
 The auxiliary heater will automatically switch off if
the fuel level is under about 4 US gal (15 l).
 The fuses in the fuse box are damaged. Electric
fuses.
 The battery voltage is too low, an undervoltage
protector switches off the heater if the battery
voltage falls below about 10 volts.
The heater motor does not run
 The battery voltage is too low, check the battery.
Batteries.
 The fuses in the fuse box are damaged.
Electric fuses.
 The heater motor is damaged.
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136 STARTING AND OPERATING1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Automatic transmission, shift selector lever to "P"
or "N" position, refer to "Automatic Transmission".
3. Do not depress the accelerator pedal.
4. Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock.
The preheater indicator lampq lights up.5. Turn the key clockwise to the stop as soon as the
preheater indicator lamp
q
goes out.
If the engine is at its normal operating temperature,
the preheater indicator lamp will only light up briefly.
Release the key as soon as the engine is running.
NOTE: The key must be returned to position 0 in the
ignition lock before repeating the starting procedure.
If the displayÁ lights up alternately withî in
the multi-function display, there is an immobilizer
malfunction or the key used has not been
programmed.
The: engine oil level warning lamp and the#
battery charge warning lamp must go out after the
engine is started.
If either lamp remains on, stop the engine at once and
have the cause traced and repaired by an authorized
Sprinter Dealer.
During the trip, check the displays and the warning/
indicator lamps in the instrument cluster at regular
intervals.
For instrument cluster and indicator lamps.Maximum Engine SpeedThe maximum engine speed for all vehicles is
4,200 rpm.
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138 STARTING AND OPERATINGNOTE: The Constant RPMs will automatically switch
off when the parking brake is released, the vehicle is in
motion or the control unit detects a malfunction.
The Constant RPMs will also automatically switch off
when you depress the brake pedal. In this case it will
automatically switch on again as soon as you release
the brake pedal.
STOPPING THE ENGINEAfter having brought the vehicle to a stop:
1. Do not depress the accelerator pedal.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Turn the key back to position 0 in the ignition lock.
NOTE: When the engine is very hot, such as after
climbing a long steep slope, allow the engine to idle for
1 to 2 minutes so that it can return to its normal
operating temperature.
For notes on the parking brake.
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A UTOMA TIC TRA NSMISSIONThe automatic transmission selects individual gears
automatically, dependent upon:
 Selector lever position
 Accelerator position
 Vehicle speed
The gear shifting process is continuously adapted,
dependent on the driving style, the driving situation
and the road characteristics.NOTE: When parking the vehicle or before working on
the vehicle with the engine running, apply the parking
brake and shift the selector lever into "P".
DrivingThe selector lever is automatically locked while in
position "P". To move the selector lever out of position
"P", the service brake is applied and the key in
position 2 in the ignition lock or the engine running
before the shift lock will release.
Shift selector lever to the desired position only when
the engine is idling normally and the service brake is
applied. Do not release the brake until ready to drive.
The vehicle may otherwise start creeping when the
selector lever is in drive or reverse position.
WARNING!
It is dangerous to shift the selector lever out of "P"
or
"N" if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your
foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could
accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose
control of the vehicle and hit someone or something.
Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally
and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal.
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NOTE: On long and steep downhill slopes, reduce the
load on the brakes by shifting down a gear to utilize the
braking effect of the engine.
To prevent corrosion on the brake pads, after driving
on very wet roads, especially if road salts have been
used, apply brakes before parking the vehicle. The heat
generated will help to dry the brake disks.
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorWhen the key is turned to position 2 in the ignition
lock, the indicator lamp2 in the instrument cluster
lights up for about 2 seconds. It must go out when the
engine is running.
If the 2indicator lamp lights up while the engine is
running, the brake pads are worn almost to their limit.
Have the brake system examined as soon as possible
by an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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