2006 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER fuel cap

The ECM continually monitors the fuel and emis-
sions system circuits and sensors to decide whether
the system is in good operating condition. The ECM
then sends the proper lamp-on or lamp-off messages
to the instrument cluster. If the instrument cluster
turns on the MIL after the bulb test, it may indicate
that a malfunction has occurred and that the fuel
and emissions systems may require service. For
proper diagnosis of the fuel and emissions systems,
the ECM, the CAN data bus, or the electronic mes-
sage inputs to the instrument cluster that control the
MIL, a diagnostic scan tool is required. Refer to the
appropriate diagnostic information.
MULTI - FUNCTION INDICA-
TOR
DESCRIPTION
A multi-function indicator is standard equipment
on all instrument clusters. The multi-function indica-
tor is located near the lower edge of the instrument
cluster, directly below the speedometer. The multi-
function indicator consists of a Liquid Crystal Dis-
play (LCD) unit and four push button-controlled
switches that are soldered onto the instrument clus-
ter electronic circuit board. The LCD is visible
through a large rectangular cutout in the instrument
cluster overlay, while the four switch push buttons
extend through a black plastic switch bezel located
on the cluster lens directly below the LCD. The four
multi-function indicator push buttons allow the vehi-
cle operator to configure and adjust several of the
display features. The buttons are labeled from left to
right: ªmiº (miles) or ªkmº (kilometers), an icon
depicting an analog clock face (clock), ª2º (minus),
and ª+º (plus).
The multi-function indicator LCD displays both
alpha-numeric characters and numerous icons to pro-
vide information to the vehicle operator. The indica-
tions of the multi-function indicator are not visible
when the LCD is not illuminated. When illuminated
the indications appear as dark characters and icons
silhouetted against an amber field. When the exterior
lighting is turned Off, the display is illuminated at
maximum brightness. When the exterior lighting is
turned On the display illumination level can be
adjusted in concert with the cluster general illumina-
tion lighting using the ª+º (plus) and ª2º (minus)
multi-function indicator push buttons. The multi-
function indicator LCD unit and push button
switches are serviced as a unit with the instrument
cluster.
OPERATION
The multi-function indicator has several display
capabilities including odometer, trip odometer, clock,engine oil level data, gear selector indicator
(PRNDL), certain diagnostic information and, on
vehicles so equipped, an optional Active Service SYS-
Tem (ASSYST) engine oil maintenance indicator and
an optional outside ambient temperature indicator.
The multi-function indicator is completely controlled
by the instrument cluster logic circuit, and that logic
will allow this indication to be viewed whenever the
multi-function indicator Liquid Crystal Display
(LCD) is activated. Therefore, the indicator remains
functional regardless of the ignition switch position.
With the ignition switch in the Off or Accessory posi-
tions and the key removed from the ignition lock cyl-
inder, the display is activated when the park lamps
are turned On or, for about thirty seconds after any
one of the multi-function indicator switch push but-
tons is depressed. Otherwise, the display unit is
active for about thirty seconds after the key is
inserted into the ignition lock cylinder, and inactive
about thirty seconds after the key is removed from
the ignition lock cylinder.
The multi-function indicator ªmiº (miles) or
ªkmº(kilometers) switch push button is used to con-
trol the odometer/trip odometer display modes. The
multi-function indicator clock switch push button is
used to control the clock/outside temperature display
modes. The multi-function indicator ª+º (plus) and
ª2º (minus) switch push buttons are used to adjust
the cluster general illumination dimming level, the
clock, and other cluster settings. See the owner's
manual in the vehicle glove box for more information
on the features, use, operation and setting proce-
dures for the various standard and optional multi-
function indicator displays.
Proper testing of the multi-function indicator LCD
unit, the CAN data bus and the electronic data bus
message inputs to the instrument cluster that control
some of the multi-function indicator functions
requires the use of a diagnostic scan tool. Refer to
the appropriate diagnostic information. Additional
details for the odometer/trip odometer, the clock, the
gear selector indicator, the ambient temperature indi-
cator and the ASSYST warning and reminder func-
tions of the multi-function indicator may be found
elsewhere in this service information.
ODOMETER
DESCRIPTION
An odometer and trip odometer are standard
equipment in all instrument clusters. The odometer
and trip odometer values are displayed on the left
side of the multi-function indicator Liquid Crystal
Display (LCD). The LCD is soldered onto the cluster
electronic circuit board and is visible through a win-
dow with a clear lens located near the lower edge of
8J - 22 INSTRUMENT CLUSTERVA

Component Page
Ignition Lock Switch................... 8W-40
Ignition Switch....................... 8W-10
Instrument Cluster.................... 8W-40
Instrument Panel Socket................ 8W-41
Intake Air Pressure Sensor.............. 8W-30
Intake Air Temperature Sensor........... 8W-30
Interference Suppression Capacitor........ 8W-42
Interior Lamps....................... 8W-44
Interior Light Switches................. 8W-44
Interior Lighting Connector.............. 8W-44
Intrusion Sensors..................... 8W-39
Kickdown Switch...................... 8W-30
Lamp Relays......................... 8W-50
Lateral Acceleration Sensor.............. 8W-35
License Plate Lamps................... 8W-51
Lockeres............................ 8W-31
Low Fuel Pressure Sensor............... 8W-30
Low Pressure Switch................... 8W-42
Map/Reading Lamp Switch.............. 8W-44
Marker Lamp Connector................ 8W-51
Marker Lamps..................... 8W-50, 51
Mass Air Flow Sensor.................. 8W-30
Master Door Lock Switch............... 8W-61
Metering Pump....................... 8W-42
Microphone Connector.................. 8W-55
Multi-Function Switch......... 8W-50, 52, 53, 54
Optional Equipment Relay.............. 8W-11
Oxygen Sensor....................... 8W-30
Panic Alarm Switch.................... 8W-39
Parking Brake Switch.................. 8W-35
Power Distribution Center.............. 8W-10
Power Mirror Motors................... 8W-62
Power Mirror Switch................... 8W-62
Power Window Motors.................. 8W-60
Power Window Switches................ 8W-60
Radio............................... 8W-47
Radio Antenna........................ 8W-47
Radio/Cellular Antenna................. 8W-55
Rain Sensor.......................... 8W-53
Rain Sensor Control Module............. 8W-53
Reading Lamp Connector............... 8W-44
Rear Window Defogger Relay............ 8W-48
Recirculated Air Solenoid Valve........... 8W-42
Refrigerant Pressure Sensor............. 8W-42
Relay Block.......................... 8W-11
Rollover Switch....................... 8W-42
Rollover Switch Assembly............... 8W-42
Roof A/C Blower Fuses................. 8W-42
Roof A/C Blower Stage Relays............ 8W-42
Roof A/C Blowers...................... 8W-42
Roof A/C Compressor Fuse.............. 8W-42Component Page
Roof A/C Control Module................ 8W-42
Roof A/C Fan Fuse.................... 8W-42
Roof A/C Switch....................... 8W-42
Roof A/C Temperature Setting Control..... 8W-42
Roof Fan Motor....................... 8W-42
Roof Fan Switch...................... 8W-42
Roof Thermotronic Control Module........ 8W-42
SKREEM Antenna.................... 8W-39
SKREEM Transponder................. 8W-39
Seat Belt Switch...................... 8W-43
Seat Belt Tensioners................... 8W-43
Security System Module................ 8W-39
Sentry Key Remote Entry Module......... 8W-39
Shifter Assembly...................... 8W-31
Siren............................... 8W-41
Speakers............................ 8W-47
Speed Control Switch.................. 8W-33
Splices.............................. 8W-70
Starter Motor........................ 8W-21
Starter Motor Relay................... 8W-21
Steering Angle Sensor.................. 8W-35
TCS Switch.......................... 8W-35
Tail Lamp Assemblies.................. 8W-51
Temperature Sensor................... 8W-42
Thermotronic Diode.................... 8W-42
Time Delay Relay..................... 8W-44
Towing/Intrusion Sensor On/Off Switch..... 8W-39
Trailer Tow Connector.................. 8W-54
Trailer Tow Control Module.............. 8W-54
Transmission Control Module............ 8W-31
Transmission Relay.................... 8W-31
Turn Signal Relay..................... 8W-52
Turn Signal Switch.................... 8W-50
Turn Signal/Anti-Theft Alarm Relays...... 8W-39
Turn Signals......................... 8W-52
Warm Air Auxiliary Control Module....... 8W-42
Warm Air Auxiliary Heater Assembly...... 8W-42
Washer On/Off Switch.................. 8W-53
Washer Pump Motor-Front.............. 8W-53
Water Cycle Valve..................... 8W-42
Water In Fuel Sensor.................. 8W-30
Wheel Speed Sensors................... 8W-35
Window Defogger Module-Rear........... 8W-48
Window Defogger Switch-Rear........... 8W-48
Window Defoggers..................... 8W-48
Wiper Motor-Front.................... 8W-53
Wiper On/Off Relay.................... 8W-53
Wiper Switch......................... 8W-53
Wiper/Turn Signal/Engine Start Control
Module................... 8W-30, 31, 52, 53
8W - 02 - 2 8W-02 COMPONENT INDEXVA

DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION
Engine 2.7L CDI
Engine Description 5 Cylinder In-Line En-
gine With 4-Valve Tech-
nology
Air Intake Turbo-Charged Engine
with Charge Air Cooling
Fuel Injection System 2 nd. Generation Com-
mon Rail Direct Injection
(CDI)
Fuel Diesel
Firing Order 1-2-4-5-3
Rated Output 154 HP at 3800 RPM
Torque 243 ft. lbs. at 1600-2400
RPM
Maximum Speed 4800 RPM
Compression Ratio 18:1
Bore/Stroke 3.46/3.48
Eff. Displacement 2688 cm3
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - COMPRESSION
TESTING ENGINE
(1) Warm up engine to operating temperature
(approx. 80 ÉC, 176ÉF).
(2) Shut off engine.
(3) Remove engine cover (Refer to 9 - ENGINE -
REMOVAL).
(4) Remove glow plugs (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/GLOW PLUG - REMOVAL).
(5) Crank engine several times with the starter to
eliminate combustion residues in the cylinders.
(6) Insert compression tester adapter #8927 (Refer
to 9 - ENGINE - SPECIAL TOOLS) with check valve
installed into glow plug hole of cylinder to be tested.
(7) Connect compression tester hose adapter #9295
to compression gauge and test compression pressure
by cranking engine with starter for at least 8 revolu-
tions.
(8) Carry out test procedure at the remaining cyl-
inders in the same way.
(9) Compare pressure readings obtained with the
specified pressures. If the pressure reading is below
the minimum compression pressure or if the permis-
sible difference between the individual cylinders is
exceeded. Refer to cylinder leak down test.
(10) Remove compression tester and adapter from
cylinder head.
(11) Install glow plugs (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/GLOW PLUG - INSTALLA-
TION).(12) Install engine cover (Refer to 9 - ENGINE -
INSTALLATION).
COMPRESSION SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum Compression 29-35 bar (420-507 psi)
Minimum Compression 18bar (261 psi)
Permissible Difference
Between Cylinders  3bar (  44 psi)
STANDARD PROCEDURE - CYLINDER LEAK
DOWN TEST
(1) Warm engine to operating temperature.
WARNING: DO NOT OPEN COOLING SYSTEM
UNLESS COOLANT TEMPERATURE IS BELOW 90C
(194ÉF). RISK OF INJURY TO SKIN AND EYES AS A
RESULT OF SCALDING WITH HOT COOLANT
WHICH SPLASHES OUT. RISK OF POISONING
FROM SWALLOWING COOLANT. OPEN CAP
SLOWLY AND RELEASE PRESSURE. STORE COOL-
ANT IN PROPER CONTAINERS ONLY. WEAR PRO-
TECTIVE GLOVES, CLOTHING AND EYE
PROTECTION.
NOTE: Turn cap carefully as far as first detent,
release pressure, then unscrew cap.
(2) Open cooling system cap at coolant recover
pressure container.
(3) Remove engine cover (Refer to 9 - ENGINE -
REMOVAL).
(4) Unscrew oil filler cap.
(5) Remove glow plugs (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
IGNITION CONTROL/GLOW PLUG - REMOVAL).
NOTE: Crank engine at crankshaft in direction of
rotation of the engine (clockwise).
(6) Position cylinder to be tested to ignition Top
Dead Center (DTC).
NOTE: Calibrate cylinder leak down tester and
remove check valve in screw-in fitting.
(7) Connect cylinder leak down tester and follow
INSPECTING Instruction.
INSPECTING
NOTE: If crankshaft rotates, install retaining lock for
crankshaft/ring gear.
(1) Pressurize cylinder with compressed air and
read off pressure loss at cylinder leak tester. If exces-
sive pressure loss exists, determine possible cause
(Refer to 9 - ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
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REMOVAL
WARNING: NO SPARKS, OPEN FLAMES OR SMOK-
ING. RISK OF POISONING FROM INHALING AND
SWALLOWING FUEL. RISK OF INJURY TO EYES
AND SKIN FROM CONTACT WITH FUEL. POUR
FUELS ONLY INTO SUITABLE AND APPROPRI-
ATELY MARKED CONTAINERS. WEAR PROTECTIVE
CLOTHING.
WARNING: RISK OF INJURY TO SKIN AND EYES
FROM SCALDING WITH HOT COOLANT. RISK OF
POISONING FROM SWALLOWING COOLANT. DO
NOT OPEN COOLING SYSTEM UNLESS COOLANT
TEMPERATURE IS BELOW 90ÉC (194ÉF). OPEN CAP
SLOWLY TO RELEASE PRESSURE. STORE COOL-
ANT IN SUITABLE AND APPROPRIATELY MARKED
CONTAINER. WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES,
CLOTHES, AND EYE WEAR.
(1) Disconnect the negative battery cable.
NOTE: REPLACE THE AIR CONDITIONING DRIER
WHEN EVER THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM IS
OPENED.
(2) Drain cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING/
ENGINE/COOLANT - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(3) Evacuate and recover air conditioning system
(Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/
PLUMBING - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(4) Remove the front grille and fascia assembly.(5) Disconnect the engine wiring harness at the
cabin side and carefully guide though the cowl into
the engine area.
Fig. 2 ENGINE COVER
1 - ENGINE COVER
2 - FASTENERS
VAENGINE 9 - 5

(39) Fill cooling system to proper level with the
appropriate coolant.
(40) Evacuate and recharge air conditioning.
(41) Check and refill all ancillary system fluid lev-
els.(42) Start engine and inspect for leaks (Refer to 14
- FUEL SYSTEM - WARNING).
SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
2.7L DIESEL
DESCRIPTION N´m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Crankcase Ventilation
Screw-Air Charge Distri-
bution Pipe to Air Charge
Distribution Panel11 - 9 7
Cylinder Head
8m-Bolt- Cylinder Head to
Timing Case Cover20 15 -
Bolt-Front Cover to Cylin-
der Head14 - 124
12m-Bolt-Cylinder Head
to Crankcase (3 stages,
torque, torque angle,
torque angle)60, 90É, 90É 44, 90É,90É -
Crankcase, Timing Case
Cover, End Cover
Bolt-Crankshaft Bearing
Cap to Crankcase (2
stages, torque, torque an-
gle)55, 90É 40, 90É -
Bolt-End Cover to Crank-
case9-80
Bolt-Timing Case Cover
to Crankcase20 15 -
Plug-Coolant Drain to
Crankcase30 22 -
Oil Pan
6m-Bolt-Oil Pan to Crank-
case9-80
8m-Bolt-Oil Pan to Crank-
case20 15 -
Bolt-Oil Pan to End Cover 9 - 80
Bolt-Oil Pan to Timing
Case Cover9-80
Bolt-Oil Pan to Transmis-
sion Bell Housing40 30 -
Plug-Oil Pan to Oil Drain 47 35 -
Connecting Rod
VAENGINE 9 - 11

DESCRIPTION N´m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Oil Filter
Screw Cap to Oil Filter 25 18.5 -
Oil Cooling System
Bolt-Oil-Water Heat Ex-
changer to Timing Cover
Case15 - 133
Oil Level Pressure
Bolt-Dip Stick Guide Tube
to Cylinder Head14 - 123
Bolt-Oil Level Sensor to
Oil Pan14 - 123
Coolant Pre-Heater
Coolant Pre-Heater in En-
gine Block35 26 -
Engine Cooling General
Bolt-Belt Pulley to Coolant
Pump8-35 6 - 26 -
Bolt-Coolant Pump to
Timing Case Cover 6m/
8m14/20 10 - 15 -
Bolt-Thremostat Housing
to Cylinder Head9-80
Coolant Drain Plug to
Crankcase30 22 -
Engine Suspension, Engine Mount, Engine Bracket
Bolt-Engine Bracket to
Crankcase (2 stage,
torque, torque angle)20/90É 15, 90É -
Bolt-Engine Mount to En-
gine Bracket55 40.5 -
Bolt-Front Engine Mount
to Front Axle Carrier35 26 -
Bolt-Rear Engine Cross
Member to Body40 30 -
Bolt-Rear Engine Mount
to Rear Engine Cross
Member35 26 -
Bolt/Nut- Rear Engine
Mount to Transmission40 26 -
Bolt-Shrowd to Engine
Bracket10 - 88.5
Nut-Front Engine Mount
to Engine Bracket65 48 -
Nut-Engine Mount to Ve-
hicle Frame35 26 -
Fuel Filter
Bolt-Clip to Fuel Filter 8 - 70
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DESCRIPTION N´m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Bolt- Fuel Filter to Charge
Air Distribution Pipe14 - 124
Exhaust System
Bolt- Catalytic Converter
Bracket to Crankcase20 - 177
Bolt - Turbocharger Oil
Supply Line at Turbo-
charger25 18 -
Bolt - Turbocharger Oil
Return Line at Turbo-
charger10 - 89
Clamp-Connection Be-
tween Front Exhaust Pipe
and Rear Exhaust System55 41 -
Clip-Front Catalytic Con-
verter to Engine Mount20 - 177
Exhaust Manifold to Cylin-
der Head29 21 -
Nut-EGR Valve 9 - 80
Nut-Bracket to Tail Pipe 55 40.5 -
Nut-Exhaust Bracket to
Threaded Plate of Center
Exhaust Pipe20 - 177
Support-Exhaust Bracket
on Transmission20 - 177
Refrigerant Compressor
Bolt-Refrigerant Compres-
sor to Timing Case Cover20 - 177
Bolt-Refrigerant Compres-
sor to Bracket20 - 177
Bolt-Refrigerant Lines to
Refrigerant Compressor20 - 177
Timing Chain, Chain Tensioner
Bolt-Camshaft Sprocket to
Exhaust Camshaft18 - 159
Bolt-Intermediate Gear of
High Pressure Pump to
Cylinder Head40 29.5 -
Timing Chain Tensioner to
Timing Case Cover80 59 -
Camshaft
Bolt-Camshaft Bearing
Cap to Cylinder Head9-80
Bolt-Driver to Inlet Cam-
shaft50 37 -
Common Rail Diesel Injection
Bolt-Banjo Bolt of Leak
Oil Line to Rail20 - 177
VAENGINE 9 - 15

(12) Remove the camshaft housing at the cylinder
head (Fig. 14).
(13) Remove the high pressure pump.
(14) Remove the front head cover plate.
WARNING: NO FIRE, OPEN FLAMES OR SMOKING.
RISK OF POISONING FROM INHALING AND SWAL-
LOWING FUEL. RISK OF INJURY FROM SKIN AND
EYE CONTACT WITH FUEL. POUR FUELS ONLY
INTO SUITABLE AND APPROPRIATELY MARKED
CONTAINERS. WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
WHEN HANDLING FUEL.
(15) Remove the high pressure fuel pump interme-
diate gear (Fig. 14).
(16) Disconnect the engine side of the engine har-
ness and set aside.
(17) Disconnect the charge air pipe at the cylinder
head and set aside with the engine harness con-
nected.
(18) Remove the turbocharger oil supply line at
the cylinder head and turbocharger (Fig. 14).
(19) Disconnect the turbocharger at the exhaust
manifold (Fig. 14).(20) Unbolt the transmission oil level indicator
tube fasteners from the cylinder head and engine
block (Fig. 14).
(21) Disconnect the upper radiator hose and by
pass hose at the thermostat housing (Fig. 14).
NOTE: Capture any fuel spillage when disconnect-
ing fuel lines.
(22) Disconnect the fuel line at the rear of the fuel
rail (Fig. 14).
Fig. 14 CAMSHAFT HOUSING
1 - CAMSHAFT HOUSING 9 - HIGH PRESSURE PUMP INTERMEDIATE GEAR
2 - DOWEL 10 - EXHAUST MANIFOLD
3 - FUEL PIPE 11 - COOLANT PIPE
4 - O-RING 12 - TURBOCHARGER
5 - COOLANT HOSE 13 - O-RING
6 - COOLANT HOSE 14 - TURBOCHARGER OIL SUPPLY LINE
7 - BOLT 15 - BANJO BOLT
8 - BUSHING 16 - TAPPET
9 - 24 ENGINEVA