2006 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER check transmission fluid

²Disconnect the live test lead before disconnecting
the common test lead.
²When using the meter function, keep the
DRBIIItaway from spark plug or coil wires to
avoid measuring error from outside interference.
4.3 WARNINGS
4.3.1 VEHICLE DAMAGE WARNINGS
Before disconnecting any control module, make
sure the ignition is9lock9position. Failure to do so
could damage the module.
When testing voltage or continuity at any control
module, use the terminal side (not the wire end) of
the connector. Do not probe a wire through the
insulation: this will damage the wire and eventu-
ally cause the wire to fail because of corrosion.
Be careful when performing electrical tests so as
to prevent accidental shorting of terminals. Such
mistakes can damage fuses or components. Also, a
second DTC could be set, making diagnosis of the
original problem more difficult.
When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to
use only a fuse having the correct amperage rating.
The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated
may result in a dangerous electrical system over-
load. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it
indicates a problem in the circuit that must be
corrected.
4.3.2 ROAD TESTING A COMPLAINT
VEHICLE
Some complaints will require a test drive as part
of the repair verification procedure. The purpose of
the test drive is to try to duplicate the diagnostic
DTC or symptom condition.
CAUTION: Before road testing a vehicle, be
sure that all components are reassembled.
During the test drive, do not try to read
DRBIIITscreen while in motion. Do not hang
the DRBIIITfrom the rear view mirror or
operate it yourself. Have an assistant
available to operate the DRBIIIT.
Road testing is an essential step in the diagnostic
process that must not be overlooked. Along with the
diagnostic information obtained from the DRBIIIt
Scan Tool and the original customer concern, the
road test helps verify the problem was current and
any repairs performed, fixed the vehicle correctly.
Always operate and observe the vehicle under ac-
tual driving conditions.
Just as important as the road test is, there are
preliminary inspections that should be performed
prior to the road test. Always check the fluid leveland condition before taking the vehicle on a road
test. Determine if the incorrect fluid is being used,
improper fluid will result in erratic transmission
operation.
Some of the conditions of incorrect fluid level are as
follows:
²Delayed engagement
²Poor shifting or erratic shifting
²Excessive noise
²Overheating
The next step is to verify that the shift linkage is
correctly adjusted. If the shift linkage is incorrectly
adjusted, a number of complaints can result.
The TCM monitors the Shift Lever Position (SLP)
continuously. If the linkage is incorrectly adjusted,
the TCM will sense a shift lever position that is not
correct for the gear chosen by the driver. This may
cause a DTC to be set.
The following complaints may also be the result of
an incorrectly adjusted or worn linkage:
²Delayed clutch engagement
²Erratic shifts
²Vehicle will drive in neutral
²Engine will not crank in park or neutral
²Gear shift linkage will be able to be shifted
without the key in the ignition
²Not able to remove the ignition key in park
²Parking pawl will not engage properly
The shift linkage should also be adjusted when
replacing the Transmission, repairing the valve
body, or when repairing any component between the
shift lever and the Transmission.
Some questions to ask yourself when performing
the road test are as follows:
²Is the complaint or concern what you think the
problem is, based on the drivers description of the
problem?
²Is the Transmission operating normally, or is
there a real problem?
²When does the problem occur?
²Is the problem only in one gear range?
²What temperature does the problem occur?
²Does the vehicle have to sit over night for the
problem to occur?
²Does the transmission go into Limp-in mode?
4.4.4 BULLETINS AND RECALLS
Always perform all Safety Recalls and Technical
Service Bulletins that are applicable to the prob-
lem.
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GENERAL INFORMATION

TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1NOTE: Low fluid level can be the cause of many transmission problems. If
the fluid level is low locate and repair the leak then check and adjust the
fluid level per the service information.
NOTE: Always perform diagnostics with a fully charged battery to avoid
false symptoms.
With the DRBIIIt, read the engine DTCs. Check and repair all engine DTCs prior to
performing transmission symptom diagnostics.
With the DRBIIIt, read and record all Transmission DTCs.
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary. Poor pin to terminal
connections can set DTCs.
Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors.
Repair as necessary.
Most DTCs set on start up but some must be set by driving the vehicle such that all
diagnostic monitors have run.
Note: Verify flash level of transmission controller. Some problems are
corrected by software upgrades to the transmission controller.
NOTE: Check for any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.
Perform this procedure prior to Symptom diagnosis.All
Continue
Go To 2
2 Ignition on, engine not running.
With the DRBIIIt, erase DTCs.
With the DRBIIIt, perform the Solenoid Test.
With the DRBIIIt, read DTCs.
Did the DTC, 1-2/4-5 SOLENOID CIRCUIT, reset?All
Ye s!Go To 3
No!Go To 7
3 Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Disconnect the Transmission Control Module C2 harness connector.
Disconnect the Transmission Solenoid Assembly harness connector
Note: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary.
Measure the resistance of the 1-2/4-5 Solenoid Control circuit from the TCM harness
connector to the Transmission Solenoid Assembly harness connector.
Is the resistance above 5.0 ohms?All
Ye s!Repair the 1-2/4-5 Solenoid Control circuit for an open.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 4
4 Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Disconnect the Transmission Control Module C2 harness connector.
Disconnect the Transmission Solenoid Assembly harness connector.
Note: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary.
Measure the resistance between ground and the 1-2/4-5 Solenoid Control circuit.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?All
Ye s!Repair the 1-2/4-5 Solenoid Control circuit for a short to ground.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 5
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TRANSMISSION - NAG1
1-2/4-5 SOLENOID CIRCUIT ÐContinued

TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1NOTE: Low fluid level can be the cause of many transmission problems. If
the fluid level is low locate and repair the leak then check and adjust the
fluid level per the service information.
NOTE: Always perform diagnostics with a fully charged battery to avoid
false symptoms.
With the DRBIIIt, read the engine DTCs. Check and repair all engine DTCs prior to
performing transmission symptom diagnostics.
With the DRBIIIt, read and record all Transmission DTCs.
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary. Poor pin to terminal
connections can set DTCs.
Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors.
Repair as necessary.
Most DTCs set on start up but some must be set by driving the vehicle such that all
diagnostic monitors have run.
Note: Verify flash level of transmission controller. Some problems are
corrected by software upgrades to the transmission controller.
NOTE: Check for any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.
Perform this procedure prior to Symptom diagnosis.All
Continue
Go To 2
2 Ignition on, engine not running.
With the DRBIIIt, erase DTCs.
With the DRBIIIt, perform the Solenoid Test.
With the DRBIIIt, read DTCs.
Did the DTC, 2-3 SOLENOID CIRCUIT, reset?All
Ye s!Go To 3
No!Go To 7
3 Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Disconnect the Transmission Control Module C2 harness connector.
Disconnect the Transmission Solenoid Assembly harness connector
Note: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary.
Measure the resistance of the 2-3 Solenoid Control circuit from the TCM C2 harness
connector to the Transmission Solenoid Assembly harness connector.
Is the resistance above 5.0 ohms?All
Ye s!Repair the 2-3 Solenoid Control circuit for an open.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 4
4 Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Disconnect the Transmission Control Module C2 harness connector.
Disconnect the Transmission Solenoid Assembly harness connector.
Note: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary.
Measure the resistance between ground and the 2-3 Solenoid Control circuit.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?All
Ye s!Repair the 2-3 Solenoid Control circuit for a short to ground.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 5
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TRANSMISSION - NAG1
2-3 SOLENOID CIRCUIT ÐContinued

TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1NOTE: Low fluid level can be the cause of many transmission problems. If
the fluid level is low locate and repair the leak then check and adjust the
fluid level per the service information.
NOTE: Always perform diagnostics with a fully charged battery to avoid
false symptoms.
With the DRBIIIt, read the engine DTCs. Check and repair all engine DTCs prior to
performing transmission symptom diagnostics.
With the DRBIIIt, read and record all Transmission DTCs.
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary. Poor pin to terminal
connections can set DTCs.
Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors.
Repair as necessary.
Most DTCs set on start up but some must be set by driving the vehicle such that all
diagnostic monitors have run.
Note: Verify flash level of transmission controller. Some problems are
corrected by software upgrades to the transmission controller.
NOTE: Check for any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.
Perform this procedure prior to Symptom diagnosis.All
Continue
Go To 2
2 Ignition on, engine not running.
With the DRBIIIt, erase DTCs.
With the DRBIIIt, perform the Solenoid Test.
With the DRBIIIt, read DTCs.
Did the DTC, 3-4 SOLENOID CIRCUIT, reset?All
Ye s!Go To 3
No!Go To 7
3 Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Disconnect the Transmission Control Module C2 harness connector.
Disconnect the Transmission Solenoid Assembly harness connector
Note: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary.
Measure the resistance of the 3-4 Solenoid Control circuit from the TCM C2 harness
connector to the Transmission Solenoid Assembly harness connector.
Is the resistance above 5.0 ohms?All
Ye s!Repair the 3-4 Solenoid Control circuit for an open.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 4
4 Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Disconnect the Transmission Control Module C2 harness connector.
Disconnect the Transmission Solenoid Assembly harness connector.
Note: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary.
Measure the resistance between ground and the 3-4 Solenoid Control circuit.
Is the resistance below 5.0 ohms?All
Ye s!Repair the 3-4 Solenoid Control circuit for a short to ground.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 5
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TRANSMISSION - NAG1
3-4 SOLENOID CIRCUIT ÐContinued

Symptom:
ABS BRAKE MESSAGE
When Monitored and Set Condition:
ABS BRAKE MESSAGE
When Monitored: Valid Brake CAN message received at least once and CAN Bus Circuit,
ABS CAN Message Missing, ABS CAN Message Incorrect are not active.
Set Condition: Signal9brake-light switch9not valid- ABS sending invalid value.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CAN C BUS CIRCUIT DTC PRESENT
ABS DTCS PRESENT
ABS - BRAKE MESSAGE ERROR
TCM - BRAKE MESSAGE ERROR
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1NOTE: Low fluid level can be the cause of many transmission problems. If
the fluid level is low locate and repair the leak then check and adjust the
fluid level per the service information.
NOTE: Always perform diagnostics with a fully charged battery to avoid
false symptoms.
With the DRBIIIt, read the engine DTCs. Check and repair all engine DTCs prior to
performing transmission symptom diagnostics.
With the DRBIIIt, read and record all Transmission DTCs.
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary. Poor pin to terminal
connections can set DTCs.
Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors.
Repair as necessary.
Most DTCs set on start up but some must be set by driving the vehicle such that all
diagnostic monitors have run.
Note: Verify flash level of transmission controller. Some problems are
corrected by software upgrades to the transmission controller.
NOTE: Check for any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.
Perform this procedure prior to Symptom diagnosis.All
Continue
Go To 2
2 Ignition on, engine not running.
With the DRBIIIt, read Transmission DTCs.
NOTE: If the DTC, CAN BUS CIRCUIT, is present, perform diagnostics on
that symptom first.
Is the DTC, CAN BUS CIRCUIT, present?All
Ye s!Refer to the Transmission category and perform the appropriate
symptom.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 3
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TRANSMISSION - NAG1

Symptom:
ABS CAN MESSAGE INCORRECT
When Monitored and Set Condition:
ABS CAN MESSAGE INCORRECT
When Monitored: ABS CAN messages received at least once and CAN Bus Circuit (37) is
not active
Set Condition: DTC Detected if the number of bytes incorrect for CAN ID.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
ABS - INTERNAL
TCM - INTERNAL
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1NOTE: Low fluid level can be the cause of many transmission problems. If
the fluid level is low locate and repair the leak then check and adjust the
fluid level per the service information.
NOTE: Always perform diagnostics with a fully charged battery to avoid
false symptoms.
With the DRBIIIt, read the engine DTCs. Check and repair all engine DTCs prior to
performing transmission symptom diagnostics.
With the DRBIIIt, read and record all Transmission DTCs.
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary. Poor pin to terminal
connections can set DTCs.
Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors.
Repair as necessary.
Most DTCs set on start up but some must be set by driving the vehicle such that all
diagnostic monitors have run.
Note: Verify flash level of transmission controller. Some problems are
corrected by software upgrades to the transmission controller.
NOTE: Check for any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.
Perform this procedure prior to Symptom diagnosis.All
Continue
Go To 2
2 Turn the ignition off to the lock position.
Replace the ABS Control Module per the Service Information.
Ignition on, engine not running.
With the DRBIIIt, erase Transmission DTCs.
Start the engine and with the brakes firmly applied place the gear selector into Drive.
With the DRBIIIt, read Transmission DTCs.
Did the DTC, ABS CAN MESSAGES INCORRECT, reset?All
Ye s!Replace the Transmission Control Module.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Test complete.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
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TRANSMISSION - NAG1

Symptom:
ABS CAN MESSAGE MISSING
When Monitored and Set Condition:
ABS CAN MESSAGE MISSING
When Monitored: CAN Bus Circuit error not present, 1 second after ignition on and not
in Park or Neutral, no System Overvoltage or System Undervoltage conditions present, or
transmission in Park or Neutral and engine RPM greater than 850 RPM
Set Condition: This DTC is set when a CAN ID was not received in the required time are
not being sent from the ABS Controller. NOTE: The ABS controller is powered by the run
only ignition feed. This means that this DTC will be set if the key is placed in the start
position with the transmission in gear or if in Park or Neutral and the engine RPM is
greater than 850 RPM.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CAN BUS CIRCUIT DTC PRESENT
CAN BUS +/- CIRCUIT OPEN
ABS DTCS PRESENT
ABS - CAN MESSAGE MISSING
TCM - CAN MESSAGE MISSING
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1NOTE: Low fluid level can be the cause of many transmission problems. If
the fluid level is low locate and repair the leak then check and adjust the
fluid level per the service information.
NOTE: Always perform diagnostics with a fully charged battery to avoid
false symptoms.
With the DRBIIIt, read the engine DTCs. Check and repair all engine DTCs prior to
performing transmission symptom diagnostics.
With the DRBIIIt, read and record all Transmission DTCs.
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary. Poor pin to terminal
connections can set DTCs.
Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors.
Repair as necessary.
Most DTCs set on start up but some must be set by driving the vehicle such that all
diagnostic monitors have run.
Note: Verify flash level of transmission controller. Some problems are
corrected by software upgrades to the transmission controller.
NOTE: Check for any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.
Perform this procedure prior to Symptom diagnosis.All
Continue
Go To 2
36
TRANSMISSION - NAG1

Symptom:
ABS LF SENSOR MESSAGE
When Monitored and Set Condition:
ABS LF SENSOR MESSAGE
When Monitored: Valid ABS CAN messages received at least once and the CAN Bus
circuit, ABS CAN Message Missing, ABS CAN Message Incorrect are not active
Set Condition: ABS signal9Wheel Speed Front Left9not valid or ABS has detected a
sensor failure.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
CAN BUS CIRCUIT DTC PRESENT
ABS DTCS PRESENT
ABS CONTROL MODULE - ABS LF SENSOR MESSAGE
TCM - ABS LF SENSOR MESSAGE
TEST ACTION APPLICABILITY
1NOTE: Low fluid level can be the cause of many transmission problems. If
the fluid level is low locate and repair the leak then check and adjust the
fluid level per the service information.
NOTE: Always perform diagnostics with a fully charged battery to avoid
false symptoms.
With the DRBIIIt, read the engine DTCs. Check and repair all engine DTCs prior to
performing transmission symptom diagnostics.
With the DRBIIIt, read and record all Transmission DTCs.
NOTE: Check connectors - Clean/repair as necessary. Poor pin to terminal
connections can set DTCs.
Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors.
Repair as necessary.
Most DTCs set on start up but some must be set by driving the vehicle such that all
diagnostic monitors have run.
Note: Verify flash level of transmission controller. Some problems are
corrected by software upgrades to the transmission controller.
NOTE: Check for any Technical Service Bulletins that may apply.
Perform this procedure prior to Symptom diagnosis.All
Continue
Go To 2
2 Ignition on, engine not running.
With the DRBIIIt, read Transmission DTCs.
NOTE: If the DTC, CAN BUS CIRCUIT, is present, perform diagnostics on
that symptom first.
Is the DTC, CAN BUS CIRCUIT, present?All
Ye s!Refer to the Transmission category and perform the appropriate
symptom.
Perform NAG1 TRANSMISSION VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1.
No!Go To 3
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TRANSMISSION - NAG1