2005 DODGE SPRINTER AUX

134 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELThe auxiliary heater is running.
Display: Symbol ö, 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 button þ (max. of
120 minutes); it may be shortened by using the
button ý (min. of 1 minute).
To switch off:
Press the button ö 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 button ýorþ to set the current
time. The current time has been saved when the
display stops flashing or the button ” is used for
confirmation. The "Day" display then flashes.
Use either the button
ýorþ 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 s e d f o r
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 button H repeatedly until the desired
memory (1 – 3) flashes.
Briefly press the button ýorþ – the preselected
time will flash.
Use either the button ýorþ 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):

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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 button H 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 button ýorþ 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 symbol ö
appear in the display.
To call up the activated memory:
Briefly press the button H – the preselected day and
time will be displayed for about 5 seconds. Switching off preselected times:
Press the button
H 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 button ý until the current heating period
begins to flash.
Use either the button ýorþ to set the desired
heating period. The new heat ing period will be saved
as soon as the display disappears.
Auxiliary Heater Operation
The symbol ö 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.

136 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELHeat 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:
High – 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
symbol ö 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
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Settings with the Auxiliary Heater switched onIn preheat mode, the blower is automatically switched
on at blower speed 1 when the water heater is switched
on. When driving, the airflow control switch (2) can be
set as desired.

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NOTE: Only on vehicles with automatic heater
control/regulated air conditioner:
Before switching on the heater or entering the switch-
on time, the temperature control (1) must be set to
maximum heater output (as illustrated).
Set the air distribution control (3) as required between
Y and Z .AUXILIARY HEAT EXCHANGER IN LOAD
COMPARTMENT, ONLY WITH AUXILIARY HEATER
(OPTIONAL)
The auxiliary heat exchanger switch
is located on the right next to the
steering column. To 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.

138 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANELAUXILIARY HEATER – TIPS FOR COPING WITH
PROBLEMSNOTE: After three successive attempts to start the
heater, a malfunction will be recorded in the integrated
diagnostic system and no further operation on
auxiliary heater will be available (lock-out). The work
to annul the lock-out must be carried out at an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
The heater either does not switch on or automatically
switches off:
 Insufficient fuel, fill up the fuel tank. Start up heater two 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.
Overheating The air channels are clogged. The heater can be restarted once the fault has been
repaired. When this is done, the heater should be
switched on and off.
 The heater will remain switched off after it has been overheated a number of times (about 10 times in
succession). Have the fault repaired by an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
NOTE: Repairs should only be made by an authorized
Sprinter Dealer.

140 STARTING AND OPERATING

Deactivating the Acceleration Skid
Control (ASR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Brake Assist System (BAS)
(vehicle type 2500 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Indicator Lamp Electronic Stability Program
(ESP) (type 2500 vehicles only) . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
(vehicle type 2500 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171


Auxiliary Drive (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172


Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173


Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Tire Grip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Hydroplaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175


Tire Pressures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Tire Pressures of Loaded Vehicle in PSI (kPa) . . . 177
Vehicle type 2500 C/HC/SHC . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Vehicle type 3500 C/HC/SHC . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Comfort Tire Pressures in PSI (kPa) . . . . . . . . 178
Comfort Tire Pressures in PSI (kPa) . . . . . . . . 178


Snow Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179


Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Fuel Filter with Water Separator . . . . . . . . . . . 180
Diesel Fuels for Use at Very Low
Temperatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180


Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182


Programmed Top Speed (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . 182


Bleeding Diesel Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183


Draining Fuel Filter with Water Separator . . . . . 184
Bleeding the Diesel Fuel Syst em . . . . . . . . . . . 185


Permissible Roof Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186


Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Trailer Hitches (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Electrical Connections (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . 186
Vehicle and Trailer Weights and Ratings . . . . 187
Loading a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Checking Weights of Vehicle and Trailer . . . . 188
Attaching a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Towing a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Parking a Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191


Emissions Control System (Catalytic Converter) 192


Inhalation of Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192


Fording (Wading Capability) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192


Body Builder Guideline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
A Special Note Concerning Vehicle
Alteration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194

172 STARTING AND OPERATING
AUXILIARY DRIVE (OPTIONAL)1. Auxiliary drive
2. Ribbed V-belt (not part of factory package)
3. Tensioner pulley
4. Support
5. Unit (not part of factory package)
NOTE: When retrofitting a unit pay attention to the
running direction of the engine.
WARNING!
ESP cannot prevent the natural laws of physics
from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the
traction afforded.
The ESP cannot prevent accidents, including
those resulting from excessive speed in turns,
following another vehicle too closely, or
hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful
driver can prevent accidents.
The capabilities of an ESP equipped vehicle must
never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety
or the safety of others.If the vehicle is to be towed away with the front
wheels clear of the ground, or if the brakes are to be
tested on a brake dynamometer, do not put the key
in position 2 in the ignition lock because the ESP
would engage the brakes to stabilize the vehicle.If the ESP function is used for a prolonged period
of time, the rear axle brakes may fail due to
overheating.

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STEERINGWhen the engine is not running, there is no power
assistance for the steering. Greater force will be
required to steer the vehicle.WHEELS AND TIRESCheck tires regularly for even tread wear, tread depth
(note legal requirements) and signs of external
damage.
Only use wheels and tires of the same size, make and
pattern.
Do not install tires that are not approved for the size
and type of wheel installed or the vehicle itself. Only
use those wheel sizes which were delivered to you by
your authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Use only wheels and tires which have been tested and
approved by the vehicle manufacturer. Break in new tires at moderate speeds for a distance of
about 65 miles (about 100 km).
CAUTION!
Power take off must not exceed 10 kW. Exceeding
the power take off may cause damage to the
auxiliary drive and/or ribbed V-belt.
WARNING!
Fitting other wheel sizes to the vehicle will change
the vehicle’s handling characteristics and may
lead to an accident resulting in severe personal in-
juries, death and property damage.
Only certain tires meeting the tire size/load/speed
rating specifications contained in the Tire
Pressure Tables at the end of this chapter are
certified to conform to FMVSS 120 for the Sprinter
vehicle at this time. Please check your side walls
of your originally equipped tires for specific
makes/sizes, and speed load ratings when you
need to replace your tires.
To prevent accident, injury or possible death, use
only the correct tires for your tire replacement.
Do not use retreaded/ remolded tires. This process
does not always permit previous damage to be
detected. Therefore vehicle safety cannot be
guaranteed if retreaded/remolded tires are fitted
.