2006 DODGE SPRINTER belt

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CONTENTS
Q Engine Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
Q Sprinter Original Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Q Service Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
…Disposal of Service Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Q Emission Related Component Warranty
Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Q Regular Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
…Windshield Washer System Fluid Reservoir . 257
…Air Filter Restriction Indicator (Optional) . . . 258
…Approved Engine Oils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
…Engine Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259
…Ribbed V-Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
…Hydraulic Brake System, Clutch
Mechanism Fluid Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
…Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
…Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
…Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
…Checking Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Q Winter Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Q Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
…Disconnecting the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
…Reconnecting the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
…Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Q Replacing Wiper Blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
…Appearance Care and Corrosion Protection . 269
…Power Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
…Automatic Car Wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
…Tar Stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
…Paintwork, Painted Body Components . . . . . . 272
…Engine Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
…Vehicle Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
…Ornamental Moldings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273

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…Headlamps, Taillamps, Identification Lamps,
Turn Signal Lenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
…Reversing Aid Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
…Window Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
…Wiper Blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
…Light Alloy Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
…Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
…Steering Wheel and Gear Selector Lever . . . . 275
…Cup Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
…Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
…Headliner and Shelf Below Rear Window . . . 275
…Upholstery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
…Hard Plastic Trim Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
…Plastic and Rubber Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Q Electrical Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
…Standard Fuse and Relay Equipment . . . . . . . 277
…Relay Assignment, Standard Equipment . . . . 281
…Fuse and Relay Optional Equipment . . . . . . . 281
Q Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
…Front Lamp Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
…Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
…License Plate Lamps
(Cargo/Passenger Vans Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
…Additional Brake Lamp
(Cargo/Passenger Vans Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
…Side-Mounted Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
…Side-Marker Lamps,
Standing Lamps (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
…Identification Lamps
(Cargo/passenger vans only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 293
…Interior Lighting in Passenger
Compartment and Load Compartment . . . . . 293
…Interior Lighting with Reading Lamp . . . . . . . 294
…Interior Lighting with Interior Sensor
Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
…Exit Lamps (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Q Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
…Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . 297

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Legend For Engine Compartment
1. Washer system fluid reservoir.
2. Maintenance indicator for air cleaner element
(Optional).
3. Oil dipstick.
4. Oil filler neck.
5. Ribbed V-belt.
Auxiliary drive (Optional) refer to “Auxiliary
drive“.6. Fuel filter with water separator.
7. Hydraulic brake fluid reservoir.
8. Coolant reservoir.
9. Battery
The auxiliary battery is located underneath the
front passenger seat (optional equipment).
10. Fuse box
(These special fuses should only be replaced at by
an authorized Sprinter Dealer).

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The following checks should be performed at regular
intervals (for example once a week or each time the
vehicle is refueled):
 Windshield washer system/headlamp cleaning
system (optional) – washer system fluid reservoir.
 Air strainer, in vehicles with an air strainer element
maintenance indicator (optional equipment).
 Engine oil level.
 Checking ribbed V-belt.
 Hydraulic brake system, clutch mechanism fluid
level.
 Coolant level.
 Tire and spare wheel condition and pressures of the
same. For more information, refer to "Wheels and
Tires".
 Spare wheel location.
 Vehicle lighting.Windshield Washer System Fluid Reservoir
1. Washer system fluid reservoir
When topping off, add windshield washer fluid ("S"
for summer or "W" for winter) to the water.
Capacity of fluid reservoir (1): about 7.4 US qt (7 liters).

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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.Ribbed V-Belt
The ribbed V-belt drives the accessories, such as
generator, coolant pump and hydraulic steering pump.
The ribbed V-belt is automatically kept tensioned.
Check the state of the ribbed V-belt regularly, such as
at every engine oil level check.
The belt must not be damaged, worn, oiled or glazed.
There must be no cracks in the belt running surface.
Replace damaged belts.

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Tar Stains
Quickly remove tar stains before they dry and become
more difficult to remove. A tar remover is
recommended.
Paintwork, Painted Body Components
Paint care should be applied when water drops on the
paint surface do not "bead up", normally every 3 to
5 months, depending on climate and washing
detergent used.
Paint cleaner should be applied if paint surface shows
signs of dirt embedding (i.e. loss of gloss).
Do not apply any of these products or wax if your
vehicle is parked in the sun or if the hood is still hot.
Use the appropriate paint stick for quick and
provisional repairs of minor paint damage (i.e., chips
from stones, vehicle doors etc.).
Engine Cleaning
Prior to cleaning the engine compartment, make sure
to protect electrical components and connectors from
the intrusion of water and cleaning agents.Corrosion protection, such as anticorrosion wax
should be applied to the engine compartment after
every engine cleaning. Before applying, all control
linkage bushings and joints should be lubricated. The
poly-V-belt and all pulleys should be protected from
any wax.
Vehicle Washing
Do not use hot water or wash your vehicle in direct
sunlight. Use only a mild car wash detergent.
Thoroughly spray the vehicle with a diffused jet of
water. Direct only a very weak spray towards the
ventilation intake. Use plenty of water and rinse the
sponge and chamois frequently.
Rinse with clear water and thoroughly wipe dry with a
chamois. Do not allow cleaning agents to dry on the
finish.
Due to the width of the vehicle, prior to running the
vehicle through an automatic car wash, fold back the
outside mirrors to prevent them from getting
damaged.
In the winter, thoroughly remove all traces of road salt
as soon as possible.

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Light Alloy Wheels
A wheel care product should be used for regular
cleaning of the light alloy wheels.
If possible, clean wheels once a week, using a soft
bristle brush and a strong spray of water.
Follow instructions on container.
NOTE: Use only acid-free cleaning materials. The acid
could lead to corrosion.
Instrument Cluster
Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent
for delicate fabrics as a washing solution. Wipe with a
cloth moistened in lukewarm solution. Do not use
scouring agents.
Steering Wheel and Gear Selector Lever
Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean
with a leather care product.Cup Holder
Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent
for delicate fabrics as a washing solution. Wipe with a
cloth moistened in lukewarm solution. Do not use
scouring agents.
Seat Belts
The webbing must not be treated with chemical
cleaning agents. Use only clear, lukewarm water and
soap. Do not dry the webbing at temperatures above
176°F (+80°C) or in direct sunlight.
Headliner and Shelf Below Rear Window
Clean with soft bristle brush, or use a dry-shampoo
cleaner in case of excessive dirt.
WARNING!
Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severe-
ly weaken them. Due to this treatment they may
not be able to provide adequate protection. For ex-
ample, in a crash the belts can be torn.

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Additional Maintenance Work
Automatic transmission once only at 80,000 miles/
128000km
Oil and filter change
During every second maintenance service
Air cleaner without maintenance indicator:
Air cleaner filter element renewal
Check poly-V-belt for wear and signs of damage
During every fourth maintenance service
Change rear axle fluidAdditional Maintenance Work After ... Years
Every 2 years
Change brake fluid
Every 3 years
Air cleaner filter element renewal
(note installation date
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Every 15 years or 100,000 miles
Coolant renewal
Note coolant composition