2005 DODGE SPRINTER oil temperature
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
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CONTENTS
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Instrument Cluster and Indicator Lamps . . . . . . . 91Indicator Lamp Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93Multi-Function Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96Odometer and Trip Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97Instrument and Display Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . 97Outside Temperature Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98Reversing Aid Distance Display (Optional) . . . 99Tachometer (Engine rpm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101Fuel Gauge with Reserve Fuel Indicator
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103Battery Charge Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . 104Water in Fuel Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104Engine Oil Level Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . 105Coolant Level Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106Engine Control Unit Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . 107
Switch Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
ASSYST Maintenance Computer (Optional). . . . 110Engine Oil Level – Display in Instrument
Cluster (Vehicles with ASSYST Maintenance
Computer only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112Displaying Engine Oil Level with
Engine Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Engine Oil Level Indicator in Instrument
Cluster (Vehicles without ASSYST Maintenance
Computer) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Heating, Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117Air Recirculation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118De-Fogging and De-Icing The Front
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119Side Air Vents and Center Air Vents . . . . . . . . 120
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The multi-function indicator can be used to call up the
odometer, trip meter, clock and outside temperature,
or information such as remaining time/distance until
the next service is due, or the engine oil level.
If your vehicle is equipped with reversing aid, the
multi-function indicator also displays the distance
between your vehicle and a detected obstacle.
The multi-function indicator is activated by:
Turning the key to position 2 in the ignition lock,
opening the driver’s door,
pressing one of the buttons ( ‘), I , ç or
æ ,
switching the side lights on, refer to "Combination
Switch". 1. Press the button (
‘) to switch between the
odometer and the trip meter, and to reset the trip
meter.
Press the button ( ‘) to activate the ASSYST
maintenance computer.
2. Press the I button to switch between the time
and outside temperature and to activate the time
adjustment.
3. Press the ç to adjust (dim) the display and
instrument lighting and to adjust the clock.
4. Press the æ to adjust (brighten) the display and
instrument lighting and to adjust the clock.
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If the warning
is displayed in the multi-function indicator while the
engine is running, the engine oil level is above
maximum.
Siphon or drain off engine oil until the engine oil level
is between the lower and up per marks on the dipstick.
Check the engine oil level again.
must be displayed.
NOTE: If the oil level is correct and a fault warning is
still given, have the fault traced and rectified by an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Displaying Engine Oil Level with Engine OffIf the engine has reached normal operating
temperature, the engine oil level can be displayed on
the multi-function indicator for about 5 minutes after
the engine has been switched off.
The vehicle must be standing on a level surface when
the engine oil is being checked.
Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock and wait
about 10 seconds until the multi-function indicator
shows the : symbol.
CAUTION!
Do not operate the engine if the oil level is above
maximum. There is a danger of damage to the
engine or catalytic converter.
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142 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 lamp q 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 display Á lights up alternately with î 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.Maximum Engine SpeedThe maximum engine speed for all vehicles is
4,200 rpm.
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220 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLEApproved Engine OilsNOTE: Use only engine oils that are labeled on the
container as meeting the specifications of API (American
Petroleum Institute) and/or DaimlerChrysler specification
sheets MB 228.3, 228.5, 229.3 and 229.5, such as MOPAR®
SAE 15W-40 HD Diesel Engine Oil (e.g. MOPAR® Part
No. 04798231AD), or equivalent.Always refer to the following viscosity chart for the
proper viscosity grade based on ambient temperature.
Select oil viscosity according to the lowest air
temperature expected before the next oil change.
For further information, contact your authorized
Sprinter Dealer. NOTE: This chart supercedes ALL previously
published viscosity charts.
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Engine Oil Level1. Oil dipstick
2. Oil filler neck Check the engine oil level at regular intervals with the
vehicle standing on a level surface.
Check engine oil level about 5 minutes after
stopping the engine, which should have reached its
regular operating temperature. The normal
operating temperature should have been reached
and maintained for some time.
Wipe the dipstick clean with a lint-free cloth before checking.
The engine oil level must be between the
lower (MIN) and upper (MAX) marks on
the dipstick.
Add engine oil only up to the MAX mark.
Excess oil must be drained or siphoned off.
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Brake fluidRefer to the "Recommended Fluids" chart later in this
section for recommended brake fluids.
In the course of its service life, the boiling point of the
brake fluid will fall due to the continuous absorption of
moisture from the atmosphere.
If the brakes are placed under heavy loads (e.g., on
steep hills) bubbles of steam can then form in the brake
system.
This will adversely affect the brakes' effectiveness.Engine Cooling SystemThe use of aluminum components in Sprinter engines
requires that anticorrosive/antifreeze specifically
formulated to protect aluminum parts be used. The
factory approved Service Products are suitable for
Sprinter engines and can be mixed with the original
anticorrosion/antifreeze filled in at factory.
Cooling system design and anticorrosion/antifreeze
agent used stipulate the replacement interval for the
coolant solution in your vehicle. Please observe the
replacement interval specified in the Service Booklet
for your vehicle.
Failure to use MB 325.0 an ticorrosion/antifreeze and/or
equivalent to DaimlerChrys ler material standard MS-
9769 and/or adhere to the specified replacement interval
may result in a significantly shortened service life.For coolant composition and water quality, contact
your authorized Sprinter Dealer.Engine CoolantThe coolant is a mixture of water and a corrosion
inhibitor/antifreeze additive. Within the cooling
system, the corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze ensures
anti-corrosion protection
antifreeze protection
a higher boiling point.
The coolant added in the factory ensures adequate
antifreeze and anti-corrosion protection.
Refer to the "Recommended Fluids" chart for coolant
recommendations.
For reasons of anti-corrosion protection and to increase
the boiling point, the cool ant added to the cooling
system is designed for all year round operation – even
in countries with high prevailing temperatures.
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226 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
If the engine is already at its regular operating
temperature:
Add coolant until the coolant level is about 0.6 inch
(1.5 cm) above the base area which is visible
through the filler opening.
Replace and tighten the radiator cap.
If a large quantity of coolant has been lost, or if smaller
amounts are lost at regular intervals, have the engine
cooling system examined by an authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
For coolant composition and water quality, contact
your Sprinter Dealer.
WINTER OPERATIONHave your vehicle winterized by an authorized
Sprinter Dealer before the onset of winter.
Have the engine oil changed, if the engine oil filled is not approved for winter use.
Coolant: antifreeze/anti-corrosion concentration in the coolant checked.
Windshield washer system: add winter concentrate to the washer fluid.
Battery: the battery will lose capacity as temperatures drop. Only a well-charged battery will
ensure reliable engine starting even at low outside
temperatures.
Tires: fit M+S radial tires, taking note of the maximum permissible speed of the tires fitted.