2004 DODGE SPRINTER warning

84 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELLegend For Instruments And Controls
1. Left-hand air vent.
2. Multifunction switch.
3. Cruise control.
4. Hood release lever.
5. Instrument cluster, refer to "Instrument Cluster
and Indicator Lamps".
6. Hazard warning flasher switch.
7. Steering wheel with horn, front driver airbag.
8. Fuse box.
9. Windshield wiper switch, refer to "Windshield
Wiper Switch".
10. Ignition lock/starter switch.
11. Center air vents.
12. Upper air vents.
13. Radio, see individual manual.14. Temperature control switch.
15. Airflow control switch.
16. Air distribution switch.
17. Temperature sensor, automatic heating
control / air conditioning, regulated.
18. Air conditioning switch.
19. Heater booster switch.
20. Residual engine heat utilization switch.
21. Gear selector lever (automatic transmission)
22. Timer for auxiliary heater (water- or air heater).
23. Electrical outlet.
24. Ashtray.
25. Cup holder.
26. Front passenger airbag.
27. Right-hand air vent.
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86 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELLegend For Instrument Cluster And Indicator Lamps
1. Tachometer (Engine rpm), refer to "Tachometer
(Engine rpm)".
2. Turn signal indicator lamp (left), refer to
"Combination Switch".
3. Turn signal indicator lamp (right), refer to
"Combination switch".
4. ASR warning lamp or ESP warning lamp.
5. Speedometer.
6. Multi-function indicator, refer to "Multi-Function
Indicator".
7. Gear selector lever position.
8. Coolant temperature gauge, refer to "Coolant
Temperature Gauge".9. Fuel gauge with reserve fuel indicator lamp
(yellow), refer to "Fuel Gauge with Reserve Fuel
Indicator Lamp".
10. Warning and indicator lamps.
11. Odometer/trip meter selector, refer to "Odometer
and Trip Meter".
Clock/outside temperature display selector, refer
to "Clock and Outside Temperature Display".
12. Instrument lighting brighter/dimmer, refer to
"Instrument Lighting".Freightliner-all.book Pag e 86 Monday , December 1, 2003 2:54 PM

UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL 87
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Multi-Function Indicator
WARNING!
Never operate buttons (1, 2, 3 and 4) in the multi-
function indicator while driving.
To operate these buttons the driver must reach
through the steering wheel, which could
significantly impede its movement.
Your attention will also be diverted from the road
and traffic conditions.
This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle
and could lead to an accident and result in severe
personal injuries or death.
For this reason, make sure that the traffic
conditions are safe before pressing the buttons, so
that nobody may be endangered.
When possible, reach around the steering wheel
to operate the multi-function indicator buttons.
Do not rest your head or chest on the steering
wheel or dashboard when operating the buttons.
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92 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELThe outside temperature is displayed when the multi-
function indicator is activated. Sudden changes in
temperature, for instance when leaving a garage, are
only shown after a certain delay.
NOTE: Outside temperature display
°F in USA only.
°C in Canada only.
Tachometer (Engine rpm)Do not exceed the maximum permissible engine speed.
NOTE: To protect the engine, its fuel supply is
interrupted when the maximum rpm is reached.
Despite this, the maximum rpm can still be exceeded in
overrun mode (e.g. when driving downhill).
WARNING!
Even if the display still reads a few degrees above
32°F (0
°C), the road surface may be icy, particular-
ly in woods or on bridges. You could skid and lose
control over your vehicle and thereby cause an ac-
cident.
Adapt your speed and driving style to the
prevailing road and weather conditions to prevent
an accident and possible personal injury or
property damage.
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94 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
Fuel Gauge with Reserve Fuel Indicator LampThe fuel level is displayed when the key is in position
2 in the ignition lock.
WARNING!
Driving when your engine is badly overheated
can cause some fluids which may have leaked into
the engine compartment to catch fire. You could
be seriously burned. Steam from an overheated
engine can cause serious burns and can occur just
by opening the engine hood. Stay away from the
engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
Turn off the engine, get out of the vehicle and do
not stand near the vehicle until it cools down.
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98 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELCoolant Level Indicator LampWhen the key is turned to position 2 in the ignition
lock, the coolant level indicator lamp
/ in the
instrument cluster lights up for about 2 seconds. It
must go out when the engine is running.
If the coolant level indicator lamp
/ remains on or lights
up again when the engine is running, the coolant level
is too low.
Do not drive on. Switch the engine off and add coolant.If a large quantity of coolant is being lost, or if smaller
amounts are lost at regular intervals, have the engine
cooling system examined by an authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
CAUTION!
Never run the engine if the coolant level is too
low. This could cause the engine to overheat,
leading in turn to engine damage.
WARNING!
Driving when your engine is badly overheated
can cause some fluids which may have leaked into
the engine compartment to catch fire. You could
be seriously burned. Steam from an overheated
engine can cause serious burns and can occur just
by opening the engine hood. Stay away from the
engine if you see or hear steam coming from it.
Turn off the engine, get out of the vehicle and do
not stand near the vehicle until it cool downs.
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Engine Control Unit Indicator LampWhen the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, the
engine control unit indicator lamp± will light up in
the instrument cluster. It must go out when the engine
is running.If the engine control unit indicator lamp
±
remains on
or lights up again while the vehicle is moving, the fuel tank
was run empty or a fault has developed in the engine
control unit. The engine’s power output may be reduced.
Refuel and bleed the fuel system or have the cause
traced and rectified by an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Indicator Lamp Symbolsv
Acceleration skid control (ASR), or electronic
stability program (ESP),
or slippery surface warning.
1
Airbag malfunction (USA only).
A
High beam on.
#
Battery not being charged.
Water in fuel filter.
2
Brake pads worn.
ù
Engine oil level too low.
/
Coolant level too low.
;
Brake fluid level too low and electronic brake
force distribution (EBV) malfunction (USA only)
.
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Brake fluid level too low and electronic brake
force distribution (EBV) malfunction
(Canada only).
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Seat belt warning lamp.
-
ABS malfunction and electronic brake force
distribution (EBV) malfunction.
±
Engine control unit malfunction.
k
Acceleration skid control (ASR) malfunction
and brake assist system (BAS)
1 malfunction.
W
Fluid level in windshield washer low.
q
Preheating.
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