2007 DODGE SPRINTER Owners Manual

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\1Place the container in cup holder5.
\1Press clamping arm6 onto the con-
tainer.
Cup holders in the rear
The cup holders in the rear are located un-
der the seats.
1Cup holder
\1Pull out cup holder1.The ashtray is located in the ashtray com-
partment in the center console.
1Ashtray compartment
2Recess
3Cover\1Pull out ashtray compartment1 by
recess2.
\1To open: fold cover3 upwards.
\1To remove the insert: reach into the
left and right-hand sides of the recess-
es on the ashtray and pull the insert out
to empty it.
\1To replace the insert: hold the insert
and press it down into the retainer.Warning
G
Slide the cup holders back underneath the
seat before leaving the vehicle. You could
otherwise be injured by the protruding cup
holders.
AshtrayWarning
G
Switch off the engine and apply the hand-
brake before removing the ashtray to empty
it.
Otherwise, you could accidentally put the
vehicle in gear.

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Ashtray in the passenger compart-
ment*
The ashtrays are located on the right-hand
and left-hand side in the side trims.
1Retaining clip
\1To open: open the ashtray.
\1To remove the insert: press clip1
down and remove the entire ashtray
from the trim.
\1To replace the insert: insert the ash-
tray at the bottom into the trim and fold
it closed.The cigarette lighter is located next to the
ashtray in the ashtray compartment in the
center console.
1Cigarette lighter\1Switch on the ignition (\2page 67).
\1Press in cigarette lighter 1.
The cigarette lighter will pop out automati-
cally when the heating element is red-hot.
Cigarette lighter
Warning
G
Only hold the hot cigarette lighter by its
knob. Otherwise, you may burn yourself.
Remove the cigarette lighter if children are
traveling with you. They could injure them-
selves on a hot cigarette lighter or start a
fire.Warning
G
Do not press the cigarette lighter in with too
much force. The ashtray compartment could
otherwise close and trap your finger.

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The paper holder is on the control panel for
the air-conditioning system. 1Paper holder
\1Press top of paper holder1.The 12 V sockets for accessories are
\4on the bottom of the center console
(12 V, 25 A)
\4on the inside of the driver's seat base
(12 V, 15 A)
\4in the corner trim next to each rear
door in the passenger compartment
(12 V, 15 A)
\4in the load compartment next to the
rear door on the left-hand side (12 V,
15 A)*.
Socket at the bottom of the center console112 V, 25 A socketYou can use the 12 V sockets (15 A) for ac-
cessories with a maximum power con-
sumption of 180 watts. You can connect
accessories with a maximum power con-
sumption of 300 watts to the 12 V socket
(25 A) at the bottom of the center console.
For more information about the electric air
pump* and the Premium tire sealant*,
please refer to the "Practical hints" section
(\2page 303).
Paper holder
N68.00-2425-31
12 V socket
!
CAUTION
Only connect the electric air pump*
(Premium tire sealant*) to the 12 V
socket (25 A) on the bottom of the cen-
ter console. You could otherwise dam-
age the vehicle electrical system.
iThe sockets are supplied with power
even if the key is removed from the ig-
nition lock. Please note that the battery
may be discharged if you have connect-
ed an accessory, e.g. a coolbox, and
the engine is switched off.

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Features
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Telephones may only be used inside the
vehicle if they are connected to a separate
exterior antenna of a type tested and ap-
proved by the manufacturer.The installation of the antenna must be ap-
proved by a qualified specialist workshop.
Always have maintenance work carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.Telephone*Warning
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You must observe the legal requirements for
the country in which you are driving when
operating a cell phone in the vehicle.
If it is permitted to operate a cell phone
while the vehicle is in motion, you must only
operate it when road and traffic conditions
permit. You may otherwise be distracted
from the traffic conditions, cause an acci-
dent and injure yourself and others.
Cell phones without exterior antennas may
interfere with the vehicle electronics and
thereby jeopardize the operational safety of
the vehicle. You must therefore only use
these devices when they are connected to a
separate exterior antenna.
Warning
G
Only use the telephone when road, weather
and traffic conditions permit you to do so.
You will otherwise be too distracted. If you
are not using the hands-free system, pull
over to make a phone call.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approx. 50 km/h), your vehicle is covering
a distance of 44 feet (approx. 14 m) every
second.
Telephones without exterior antennas may
interfere with the vehicle electronics and
thereby jeopardize the operational safety of
the vehicle.
iObserve all legal requirements.iThe cell phone battery will be charged
depending on the charge status and
the position of the key in the ignition
lock. The cell phone display indicates
the charging process.

173
4 Operation
The first 1000 miles (1,500 km) ......... 174
Driving tips ......... 175
Electronic equipment ......... 183
Refueling ......... 184
Engine ......... 185
Battery ......... 195
Battery isolating switch* ......... 197
Tires and wheels ......... 199
Winter driving ......... 234
Maintenance and servicing ......... 237
Cleaning and care of the vehicle ......... 241

174 OperationThe first 1000 miles (1,500 km)
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You will find detailed information about op-
erating, maintaining and caring for your ve-
hicle in the “Operation” section.If you treat the engine with sufficient care
from the very start, it will reward you with
excellent performance for a very long time
afterward.
\4You should therefore drive at varying
road and engine speeds for the first
1000 miles (1500 km).
\4Avoid heavy loads during this time, for
example driving at full throttle. Do not
exceed
2/3 of the maximum permissible
engine speed for each gear.\4Avoid depressing the accelerator pedal
in vehicles beyond the pressure point
(kickdown).
\4Do not downshift manually in order to
brake.
\4Only use shift ranges4, 3, 2 and 1 for
slow driving, for example in mountain-
ous terrain.
After 1000 miles (1500 km), you may
gradually bring the vehicle up to full road
and engine speeds.

175 Operation
Driving tips
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\3 Driving tipsInformation is available about driving in
winter and with snow chains
(\2page 236).
Transporting your vehicle by rail may be
subject to certain restrictions or require
special measures to be taken in some
countries due to varying tunnel heights
and loading standards.
You can obtain information at any
authorized Sprinter Dealer.Trailer hitches*
Only install a trailer hitch receiver ap-
proved for your vehicle. For information on
availability and installation, please see
your authorized Sprinter Dealer.
The bumpers on your vehicle are not de-
signed for use with clamp-type hitches. Do
not attach rental hitches or other bumper-
type hitches to them.
To reduce the possibility of damage, re-
move the hitch ball adaptor from the re-
ceiver when not in use.Electrical connections*
The Sprinter is available with a variety of
pre-installed conditions (lines and turn sig-
nal indicator and brake module installed
and / or not installed). Make sure that the
correct trailer hitch receiver kit is used. For
further information, please see your autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer.
In order to prevent possible damage to the
vehicle’s electrical system by incorrectly
installing the trailer wiring plug, we recom-
mend having the harness connected at an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.Rail transportTrailer towingWarning
G
Failure to use proper equipment and driving
technique can result in a loss of vehicle con-
trol when towing a trailer.
Improper towing or failure to follow the in-
structions contained in this guide can result
in serious injury.
Follow the guidelines below carefully to as-
sure safe trailer operation.
Ask your authorized Sprinter Dealer if you
require an explanation of information con-
tained in this guide.