2004 DODGE SPRINTER mileage

104 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELDepending on the driving style, the mileage covered
and the operating conditions, the next service due is
displayed either as a remaining distance in "mi"
(in km) or as a remaining time in "days". The length of
time between services should not exceed 2 years.
The display will be cancelled when the
button (‘) is pressed, or automatically after
10 seconds.
When a service has been performed, have the ASSYST
maintenance computer reset by an authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
Should your Sprinter for any reason not be serviced by
an authorized Sprinter Dealer, the ASSYST
maintenance computer can, in exceptional
circumstances, be reset as follows:
Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock and
immediately press the button (‘) twice.
Within 10 seconds, return the key to position 0 in the
ignition lock.
Press and hold the button (‘). Turn the key to
position 2 in the ignition lock. Keep the
button (‘) pressed.The maintenance indicator with the current remaining
time/distance is shown.
After about 10 seconds, an acoustic signal will sound
and the maintenance indicator is displayed with the
new remaining time/distance.
Release the button (‘).
NOTE:
The ASSYST maintenance computer provides
information on the optimum maintenance requirements.
If maintenance intervals are not observed, resulting
damage will not be covered by Warranty.
The ASSYST maintenance computer is not an engine
oil gauge.
Engine oil level – for display in instrument cluster, see
next page.
If the engine oil level indicator lamp lights up, refer to
"Engine Oil Level Indicator Lamp".
If the battery is disconnected, the time is not recorded
by the ASSYST maintenance computer. Such periods
must be considered if maintenance intervals are
measured by time.
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166 STARTING AND OPERATINGThe vehicle’s safety on the road depends to a great
extent on tire condition and correct tire pressure.
If tire pressures are too high or too low, handling
characteristics will be adversely affected and fuel
consumption and tire wear will increase. Check tire
pressures regularly (each time the vehicle is refueled).
Check tire pressures (including the spare wheel) with
the tires cold. The pressure difference between the tires
on a single axle should not exceed 1.5 psi (10 kPa). If
tire pressure in individual tires is too low: check the
valves, wheels and tires for signs of leaks.
After a period of fast driving, or in hot weather, tire
pressures can increase by as much as 14.5 psi (100 kPa).
Never release air from a warm tire or else the tire
pressure will be too low.NOTE: Tire pressure changes by about 1.5 psi (10 kPa)
for every 18
°F (+10
°C) change in air temperature. For
this reason, do not release pressure from tires when
they are warm.
Remember to allow for this when checking tire
pressures indoors, particularly in winter.
Example:
Room temperature: about 68
°F (+20
°C)
Outside temperature: about 32
°F (0
°C)
Required tire pressure, specified tire pressure 3 psi
(20 kPa).
Information on tires can be obtained from any
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
WARNING!
Correct the tire pressures before loading the
vehicle fully. If the tire pressure is too low driving
safety and tire mileage are decreased.
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Comfort Tire Pressures in PSI (kPa)For reasons of comfort, we recommend setting the tire
pressures according to the table below, depending on
axle loads, on longer journeys with an unloaded or
only partially loaded vehicle.
Comfort Tire Pressures in PSI (kPa)
Front Axle
Size ApplicationAxle loads in lbs (kg), see
type plate
2,315
(1,050)2,646
1,200)2,976
(1,350)3,219
(1,460)
195/70 R 15 C
104 / 102 R Single36
(250)40
(275)47
(325)51
(350)
225/70 R 15 C
112 / 110 R
(115 N)Single33
(225)36
(250)36
(250)36
(250)
WARNING!
Correct the tire pressures before loading the
vehicle fully. If the tire pressure is too low driving
safety and tire mileage are decreased.
Rear Axle
SizeAppli-
cationAxle loads in lbs (kg), see type plate1,764
(800)2,205
(1,000)2,646
(1,200)3,307
(1,500)3,748
(1,700)
195/70 R 15 C
104 / 102 RDouble
–36
(250)–––
225/70 R 15 C
112 / 110 R
(115 N)Single
33
(225)33
(225)36
(250)43
(300)47
(325)
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SPECIAL MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTSIf bodies built by manufacturers other than
DaimlerChrysler Corporation are fitted to the vehicle, the
maintenance requirements and lubrication intervals
specified by the body manufacturer must be adhered to,
in addition to all standard maintenance requirements.Brake FluidOnly use brake fluids approved by the manufacturer
(DOT 4 plus). Information about brake fluids is
available from your Sprinter Dealer.CoolantHave the corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze concentration
in the coolant checked before the onset of winter (once
a year in countries with high prevailing temperatures).
Have the coolant renewed every five years or 100,000
miles.Dust Filter for Heating/Ventilation ReplacementThe dust filter and the tailgate interior filter are
renewed during routine maintenance service.
However, if operating conditions are dusty, these
filters should be renewed more frequently.
ENGINE OIL CHA NGE A ND FILTER
REPLACEMENTIn a minimum, change the engine oil and oil filter once
a year - even if the vehicle mileage per year is extremly
low. For standard oil service schedules, please see the
chapter oil service and maintenance service.Once a YearSelect the viscosity of the engine oil (SAE classes)
according to the outside air temperature.
Only use engine oil approved by DaimlerChrysler
Corporation if following the ASSYST system
guidelines.
Information is available from your Sprinter Dealer.
If the fuel used has a sulphur content exceeding 0.05 %
by weight, the service intervals should be split in half.
If the sulphur content of the fuel used is between 0.3%
and 0.8% by weight, the service intervals should be
split in half (i.e. every 5,000 miles instead of every
10,000 miles).
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IF YOU NEED CONSUMER ASSISTANCE 257
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 If for some reason you are still not satisfied, talk to
the general manager or owner of the dealership.
They want to know if you need assistance.
 If your dealership is unable to resolve the concern,
you may contact the Manufacturer’s Customer
Center.
Any communication to the Manufacturer’s Customer
Center should include the following information:
 Owner’s name and address
 Owner’s telephone number (home and office)
 Dealership name
 Vehicle identification number
 Vehicle delivery date and mileage
Daim le rC h ry sle r M otor s C orp oration C u stom e r
Center
P.O. Box 21-8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321-8004
Phone: (800) 992-1997DaimlerChrysler Canada, Inc. Customer Center
P.O. Box 1621
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Phone: (800) 465-2001
In Me xico contact:
Av. Prolongacion Paseo de la Reforma, 1240
Sante Fe C.P. 05109
Mexico, D.F.
In Mexico (915) 729-1248 or 729-1240
Outside Mexico (525) 729-1248 or 729-1240
Cu stomer A ssistance For The He aring Imp aire d Or
Speech Impaired (TDD/ TTY)
To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the
manufacturer has installed special TDD
(Telecommunication Devices for the Deaf) equipment
at its Customer Center. Any hearing or speech
impaired customer who has access to a TDD or a
conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States
can communicate with the manufacturer by dialing 1-
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