2004 DODGE SPRINTER light

6 INTRODUCTIONSample Incomplete Vehicle Certification Label
(Label 1)
Sample Type Plate (Label 2)
VEHICLE / ENGINE EMISSION LA BEL, SA MPLE
A ND LOCA TIONLocation: on valve cover of the engine
Sample:Important Engine Information DaimlerChrysler AG, Stuttgart, Germany
Mercedes-Benz Engine, Model
Engine Family / Engine Code
Exhaust Emission Control SystemOM 612 LA CID 164
2 MBXH2.69DJB / Code I
TC, EMC, CAC, CAT, EGR
Date of engine manufacture
Advertised output (SAE gr.)
Fuel rate at adv. Output
Valve lash cold (ins.)
Basic injection timing
Idle speed2002
115 kW (154 HP) /3800 rpm
58 - 62 mm
3 / st roke
hydr. int. tappet exh.
14.5 ± 1 degrees BTDC
680 ± 50 rpm
This engine conforms to US EPA and Canada regulations applicable
to 2004 Model Year.
This engine has a primary intended service application as a light HD
diesel engine.
This engine is not certified for use in an urban bus as defined at 40
CFR 86.093.-2. Sales of this engine for use in an urban bus is a
violation of Federal Law under the Clean Air Act.
This engine is certified to be operated on diesel fuel.
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IGNITION LOCK / STA RTER SWITCH0 The steering wheel is locked when the key is
removed
To remove the key, place the selector lever in
position "P"; rotate the key in the ignition lock to
position 0; and remove the key.
1 The steering wheel is unlocked
2 Preheating and driving position
3Start positionTo engage the steering wheel lock:
After removing the key, turn the steering wheel until
the steering wheel lock engages.
To release the steering wheel lock:
Turn the steering wheel slightly while turning the key
to position 1.
NOTE: If the driver’s or passenger’s door is opened
with the key in position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock, a
warning buzzer sounds.
WARNING!
Do not remove the key from the ignition lock un-
less the vehicle is stationary. Always remove the
key from the ignition lock when leaving the ve-
hicle to prevent children or unauthorized per-
sons from starting the engine.
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38 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEH ICLESeat Belt Warning Lamp and A irbag MalfunctionWhen the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, the
warning lamp < lights up for about 6 seconds; this
takes place whether or not the driver’s seat belt is
fastened.
The warning lamp< must go out after about
6seconds.
If the warning lamp< flashes after about 6 seconds,
the malfunction indicator lamp1 is defective.
The fault should be repaired as soon as possible by an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
NOTE: When the key is turned to position 2 in the
ignition lock, a warning buzzer sounds for about
6 seconds if the driver’s safety belt is not pressed into
the belt buckle. The buzzer stops as soon as the safety
belt is fastened. Press the safety belt into the belt
buckle.
Fastening and RemovingBelt tongue (1)
Belt buckle (2)
Release button (3)
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40 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEH ICLEBelt Height AdjustmentBelt height adjustment button 4
Do not adjust the belt height while the vehicle is
moving.
To lower:
Press the button and move the belt sash guide down.
To raise:
Move the belt sash guide up.
The shoulder strap must pass between the neck and the
shoulder.
A IRBA G A ND BELT TENSIONERSThe vehicle is equipped with an airbag for the driver
and the front seat passenger as well as belt tensioners
for the driver and the front passenger. The system is
known as a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). It
has been designed to work together with the seat belt
and to supplement.SRS Malfunction Indicator LampWhen the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock, the
malfunction indicator lamp1 will light up in the
instrument cluster for about 4 seconds as a function
check.
WARNING!
Do not put anything on or around the front airbag
covers or attempt to manually open them. You
may damage the airbags and you could be injured
because the airbags are not there to protect you.
These protective covers for the airbag cushions are
designed to open only when the airbags are inflat-
ing.
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Driver’s A irbagThe driver’s airbag is located within the padded center
of the steering wheel.
WARNING!
If the malfunction indicator lamp1 does not
light up when the key is in position 2 in the igni-
tion lock, if it flickers or lights up while the vehi-
cle is moving, there might be a problem in the
airbag system. There is then a danger that the air-
bag will not deploy in the event of an accident or
will deploy when it should not do so. Have the ve-
hicle inspected and repaired by an authorized
Sprinter Dealer without delay.
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Engine Oil ConsumptionWhen the engine has passed the break-in period, oil
consumption may reach 0.5 % of the fuel consumption
recorded in actual operating circumstances. In isolated
cases and in arduous operating conditions, oil
consumption may increase to 1 % of the fuel
consumption recorded in actual operating
circumstances.
Engine oil consumption depends on the driving style
adopted and the operating conditions. It can only be
judged after the engine has passed the break-in period.
For engine oil level.SA FETY TI PS Check the vehicle’s lights and the general condition
of the vehicle before each trip.
 Keep tires at the recommended inflation pressure.
 All occupants should fasten their seat belts before
each trip.
 Driving in an environmentally responsible manner
will reduce noise, fuel consumption and exhaust
emissions. Allow the engine to warm up under low load use.
 Avoid unnecessarily hard acceleration, driving with
the throttle fully open, and carrying loads not
specifically needed on the journey.
 Stop the engine during lengthy waiting periods, for
example at traffic lights.
 Remove ancillary parts, such as wind deflectors and
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NOTE: Use neither elastic fastening straps nor nets
when lashing down the load. These are only intended
as anti-slip protection for lighter loads.
The means used to tie down the load must not be run
over sharp edges or corners. Sharp edges or corners
should be given protective padding. Observe the
operating instructions for the material used to tie down
the material. Spread the load evenly between the
anchorages. If using a tensioning device, do not
overstress the lashing rings.
WARNING!
If you tension the tensioning belts between the
sidewalls, the maximum permissible load for the
lashing rings could be exceeded if the brakes are
applied suddenly or in the event of an accident.
The load would no longer be secured, which could
result in serious injuries caused by the load slip-
ping.
For this reason, do not tension a tensioning belt
between the side walls.
Observe the loading guidelines.
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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
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CONTENTS
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Interior Mirror (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Electrically Adjustable Exterior Mirror
(Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Seat . . . . . . . . . 54Lumbar Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55Armrest (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Head Restraint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Folding Seat at Partition (Optional) . . . . . . . . . 57

Seat Heater (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Rear Seat Bench Removal and Installation . . . . . 58Retrofitting Seat Mounting Cups . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Headlamp Range Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Fog Lamp Switch (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Interior Lamps in the Driver and Rear-Seat
Passenger Area/Cargo Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Interior Lamps with Interior Sensor Protection
(Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Interior Lighting with Reading Lamp, Front
Passenger Space Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Interior Cargo Area Lighting (Optional) . . . . . 65

Multifunction Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Window Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Mechanical Window Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Electric Window Operation (Optional) . . . . . . . 68

Windshield Wiper Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69Windshield wipers with rain sensor
(Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
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