2006 DODGE SPRINTER engine oil

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Hydraulic Brake System, Clutch Mechanism Fluid
Level
1. Brake fluid reservoir
Brake fluid level must be between the MIN and MAX
marks in the reservoir (1).
If the brake fluid is below the MIN mark, there may be
a fault in the hydraulic system. Have the system
checked as soon as possible by an authorized Sprinter
Dealer.Brake fluid
Refer 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 System
The 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.

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Failure to use MB 325.0 anticorrosion/antifreeze and/or
equivalent to DaimlerChrysler 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 Coolant
The 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 coolant added to the cooling
system is designed for all year round operation – even
in countries with high prevailing temperatures.Have the coolant renewed at least every 15 years or
after 160,000 miles.
When the coolant is renewed, the new coolant should
contain 50% antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor by volume.
This corresponds to antifreeze protection down to -
37 °C/-35°F.
Do not exceed a proportion of about 55 % by volume
(antifreeze protection down to about -45 °C/-49 °F) as
the heat dissipation properties then deteriorate.
In the event of coolant loss, do not add water only, but
sufficient antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor to maintain
the correct concentration.
The water in the coolant must satisfy certain
requirements. These are often met by tap supply
drinking water.
The water must be specially prepared if the water
quality does not come up to the required standards.
Have the corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze concentration
in the coolant checked at the outset of winter,
respectively once a year in countries with high
prevailing temperatures.

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WINTER OPERATION
Have 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 and headlamp cleaning
system (optional): add windshield washer fluid
"winter wash" to the water, depending on ambient
temperatures.
 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 with a minimum tread
depth of approximately 1/6 in (4 mm) on all wheels
for the winter season.BATTERIES
The standard battery is located in the engine
compartment.
WARNING!
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
severe personal injuries and death.
Never lean over batteries while connecting, you
might get injured, if the battery explodes.
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow
this fluid to come in contact with eyes, skin or
clothing. In case it does, immediately flush
affected area with water and seek medical help if
necessary.
A battery will also produce hydrogen gas, which
is flammable and explosive. Keep flames or
sparks away from battery, avoid improper
connection of jumper cables, smoking etc.
Use only impact-resistant batteries with a central
gas release cover to prevent corrosion damage and
to prevent occupants from caustic burns in the
event of an accident.

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CAPACITIES
Engine with oil filter
Engine oilFuel tank Cooling system Windshield washer
system
Including
reserve fuel
All vehicles about
9.5 US qt
(9.0 l)about
26.4 US gal
(100 l)about
2.8 US gal
(10.5 l)about
2.7 US gal
(10.0 l)about
7.4 US qt
(7.0 l)

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Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
The manufacturer recommends for your vehicle model
the use of DaimlerChrysler approved fluids and
lubricants, e.g. engine oil, gear oil, automatic
transmission fluid, brake fluid, power steering fluid,
coolant and anti-corrosion/anti-freeze fluid only.
WARNING!
Failure to use fluids and lubricants which meet
the standards and specifications described in this
booklet or failure to adhere to the specified re-
placement intervals may result in damage to safe-
ty-related systems of your vehicle, such as the
brake system, which could cause an accident and/
or serious injury to you and others.
Use only fluids and lubricants meeting the
standards and specifications and adhere to
specified replacement intervals.
CAUTION!
Failure to use fluids and lubricants which meet
the standards and specifications described in this
booklet or failure to adhere to the specified
replacement intervals may result in a significantly
shortened service life and/or damage to
components of your vehicle, the repair of which
will not be covered by Warranty.
Use only fluids and lubricants meeting the
standards and specifications and adhere to
specified replacement intervals.

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The following oils have been determined to meet DaimlerChrysler requirements.aMB approved Engine Oil SAE MB
Sheet
76 Pure Synthetic Motor Oil 5W-40 229.3
76 Royal Triton QLT 15W-40 228.3
Agip All Guard Motor Oil 15W-40 228.3
Agip Eurosport 5W-40 229.3
Agip Synthetic PC 5W-40 229.3
Akron Ultra Clear C1-4
115W-40 228.3
BP Vanellus C6 Global Plus 10W-40 228.3
Brad Penn Euro-Diesel LD 15W-40 228.3
Castrol Elixion
15W-30 228.5
Castrol Tection S
115W-40 228.3
Chevron Delo 400 Multigrade 15W-40 228.3
Diesel Special Benz M&A 15W-40 228.3
Dislub Premium 15W-40 228.3
Exxon XD-3 Extra
115W-40 228.3
FormulaShell Ultra 5W-40 229.3
FormulaShell Ultra AB 5W-30 229.5
Gonher Super Fleet MB-III 15W-40 228.3
Hydroclear Power-D Engine Oil 15W-40 228.3
IDO Premium 15W-40 15W-40 228.3
Kendall GT-1 Full Synthetic Motor Oil 5W-40 229.3
Long Life EF Diesel Engine Oil Multi-
grade15W-40 228.3
Lubral Super Diesel MB-III 15W-40 228.3
Max Raloy Diesel 5W-30 228.5
MB Motorenöl 000 989 60 01 13 10W-40 228.5
Mexlub CF-4 MB-3P 15W-40 228.3
Mobil 1 0W-40 0W-40 229.5
Mobil Delvac 1 5W-40 228.5
Mobil Delvac 1300 Super
115W-40 228.3
Mobil SHC Formula MB 5W-30 229.5
MOPAR
® Part No. 04798231AD15W-40 228.3
Motul 8100 E-Tech 0W-40 0W-40 229.3
Motul 8100 X-cess 5W-40 5W-40 229.3
Panolin Indy SV 5W-40 229.3
Pennzoil European Formula Ultra 5W-30 229.5
Pennzoil Synthetic European Formula 5W-40 229.3
Premium Synthetik Motorenöl 5W-30 229.5
QS Superfleet 15W-40 228.3
Quaker State European Formula Ultra 5W-30 229.5
Quaker State Full Synthetic European For-
mula5W-40 229.3
Quaker State Super Series III
115W-40 228.3
Raloy Diesel Turbo MX 15W-40 228.3

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1. Engine oil also meets API classification CI-4.
Other oils may meet requirements - see oil label to determine.
Raloy Motor Diesel 15W-40 228.3
Repsol Turbo UHPD 10W-40 228.5
Roshfrans Voltro Diesel
115W-40 228.3
Shell Helix Ultra 5W-30 229.3
Shell Helix Ultra 5W-40 229.3
Shell Rimula X CH-4 15W-40 228.3
Shell Rimula X CH-4 20W-50 228.3
Shell Rotella T Multigrade
115W-40 228.3
Super Diesel Oil MB-3 15W-40 228.3
Supreme Duty Diesel Engine Oil Multi-
grade15W-40 228.3
Unoil GX-7 5W-40 229.3
Ursa Premium TDX 10W-30 228.3
Ursa Premium TDX 15W-40 228.3
Valvoline SynPower MXL 0W-30 229.3

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COMPONENT SERVICE
INTERVALPRODUCT NAME/PRODUCT NUMBER MB
SHEET
Air Conditioning
The air conditioning system of your vehicle contains R-134a, a refrigerant that does not deplete the ozone layer in the
upper atmosphere.
Refrigerant R-134a — Refrigerant R-134a 361.0
Automatic
Transmission Fluidonce only at
80,000 mi
(128,000 km)Shell ATF 3403/M-115
MOPAR® Part No. 05127382AA, or equivalent
Fuchs/Shell ATF 3353236.10
236.12
Brakes
Use brake fluid approved to DaimlerChrysler standard MB 331.0 and/or DaimlerChrysler material standard MS-9971,
brake fluid certified to DOT 4 Plus standards, that also maintains a minimum dry boiling point (ERBP) of 500°F (260°C),
a minimum wet boiling point (WERBP) of 356°F (180°C) and maximum viscosity of 1500 mm
2/s, conforming to FMVSS
116 and ISO 4925.
Brake Fluid 2 years Intac B026D Dry boiling point: 500°F (260°C)
Wet boiling point: 356°F (180°C),
MOPAR® MS-9971 Part No. 04549625AC, or equivalent331.0
Engine Oil 12 months or
10,000 mi
(16,000 km)See "Approved Engine Oils"