2007 DODGE SPRINTER Owners Manual

368 *Technical dataRims and tires
6
Vehicle Model Type
2500
3500
Rims (steel)
6.5 J x 16
5.5 J x 16
Rims (light alloy)
6.5 J x 16
–
Wheel offset
2.13 in (54 mm)
–
Half dual spacing
4.82 in (122.5 mm)
Wheel fixture
Wheel bolts
Wheel nuts
Tightening torque (steel wheel)
177 lb-ft (240 Nm)
133 lb-ft (180 Nm)
Tightening torque (light-alloy wheel)
133 lb-ft (180 Nm)
-
Summer tires
–
–
All-season tires
1
1 Radial-ply tires
LT 245/75 R16 120/116L
LT 215/85 R16 115/112N
LT 215/85 R16 115/112Q
LT 245/75 R16 120/116N
Winter tires
2
2 Radial-ply tires
LT 245/75 R16 120/116L M+S .
LT 215/85 R16 115/112N M+S .
LT 245/75 R16 120/116N M+S .

369 *Technical data
Tire inflation pressure
6
\3 Tire inflation pressureFor vehicles with a gross weight capacity
above 10,000 lbs (4500 kg) only.
For vehicles with a gross weight capacity
less than 10,000 lbs (4500 kg) observe the
recommended cold tire inflation pressures
listed on the tire and loading information
placard on the driver’s door B-pillar
(\2page 210).
Observe the information on recommended
tyre inflation pressure in the “Operation”
section (\2page 210).
The following table lists the recommended
cold tire inflation pressures for all load
conditions up to the maximum permissible
weight limits (GAWR). The tire inflation
pressures listed apply to the tires installed
as original equipment.
Set the correct tyre pressure before load-
ing the vehicle. If the vehicle has been
loaded, check the tyre pressures and cor-
rect them if necessary.The tires can be considered cold if the ve-
hicle has been parked for at least 3 hours
or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) at an
ambient temperature of approximately
68 °F (20 °C).
Keeping the tires properly inflated pro-
vides the best handling, tread life and
riding comfort.
Tire temperature and tire inflation pressure
are also increased while driving, depending
on the driving speed and the tire load.
Tire inflation pressure changes by approxi-
mately 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) per 18 °F (10 °C)
of air temperature change. Keep this in
mind when checking tire inflation pressure
where the temperature is different from
the outside temperature.
iIn addition to the following table the
recommended cold tire inflation pres-
sures are listed on a label below the
driver’s seat on an outward facing posi-
tion of the mounting pillar.
Warning
G
Follow recommended tire inflation pres-
sures.
Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated tires
wear excessively and/or unevenly, adverse-
ly affect handling and fuel economy, and are
more likely to fail from being overheated.
Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires
can adversely affect handling and ride com-
fort, wear unevenly, increase stopping dis-
tance, and result in sudden deflation
(blowout) because they are more likely to
become punctured or damaged by road de-
bris, potholes etc.

370 *Technical dataTire inflation pressure
6
For example:
If the inside temperature is 68 °F (20 °C)
and the outside temperature is 32 °F
(0 °C) then the cold tire inflation pressure
should be increased by 3 psi (0.2 bar),
which equals 1.5 psi (0.1 bar) for every
18 °F (10 °C) for this outside temperature
condition.Check tire pressures more often if subject
to a wide range of outdoor temperatures,
as tire pressures vary with temperature
changes.
!
CAUTION
The pressure difference between the
tires on a single axle should not exceed
1.5psi (10kPa).
Tire
Permissible axle loads (see certification label)Front axle
Rear axle
3970 lbs
(1801 kg)
4080 lbs
(1851 kg)
4410 lbs
(2000 kg)*
5360 lbs
(2431 kg)
7060 lbs
(3202 kg)
7720 lbs
(3502 kg)
LT 215/85 R 16
115/112 N
—
55 psi (3.8 bar)
61 psi (4.2 bar)
—
55 psi (3.8 bar)
61 psi (4.2 bar)
LT 215/85 R 16
115/112 Q
—
55 psi (3.8 bar)
61 psi (4.2 bar)
—
55 psi (3.8 bar)
61 psi (4.2 bar=)
LT 245/75 R 16
120/116 L
47 psi (3.2 bar)
—
—
70 psi (4.8 bar)
—
—
LT 245/75 R 16
120/116 N
47 psi (3.2 bar)
—
—
70 psi (4.8 bar)
—
—

371 *Technical data
Lashing points and carrier systems
6
\3 Lashing points and carrier systemsYou will find further information on the
lashing eyes in the "Operation" section
(\2page 158).Lashing eyes
The maximum tensile load of the lashing
eyes is:
Load rails*
The maximum tensile load of the lashing
points in the load compartment is:The specified values only apply to loads on
the load compartment floor if:
\4the load is secured to 2 lashing points
on the rail and
\4the distance to the next lashing point
used on the same rail is about 3 ft
(1 m).Lashing points!
CAUTION
Observe the data on the maximum
load-bearing capacity of the individual
lashing points.
During full-braking applications, for ex-
ample, forces can be involved that are
much greater than the weight force of
the load.
Always use several lashing points in or-
der to distribute force absorption, and
make sure that the lashing points have
an equal load.
Lashing eyes
Permissible nom-
inal tensile force
Crewbus
3500 N
Panel van
5000 N
Lashing point
Permissible nom-
inal tensile force
Load rails in the
load compartment
floor
5000 N
Lower load rail on
the side wall
2500 N
Upper load rail on
the side wall
1500 N

372 *Technical dataLashing points and carrier systems
6
Maximum roof load and minimum number
of pairs of roof rack supports on vehicles
with:
The data is valid when the load is distribut-
ed evenly over the entire roof area.
When using a shorter roof rack, reduce the
load proportionately.
The maximum load is 110 lbs (50 kg) per
pair of roof rack supports.Roof carrier systems
Maxi-
mum roof
load
Minimum
number of
pairs of
supports
Standard roof
660 lbs
(300 kg)
6
Raised roof
330 lbs
(150 kg)
3
!
CAUTION
The weight of any load carried on the
roof, including the roof rack, must not
exceed the maximum permissible roof
load.
The roof rack supports must be ar-
ranged at equal distances.
The manufacturer recommends that
you have an anti-roll bar installed on
the front axle.
Warning
G
High roof loads may cause a significant de-
terioration in handling, steering and braking
characteristics even if the maximum permis-
sible gross vehicle weight or axle loads have
not been exceeded.
Always ensure that loads are distributed
correctly and adapt your driving style in ac-
cordance with the load.

373 *Technical data
Vehicle identification labels
6
\3 Vehicle identification labels
Base of the driver’s seat1Vehicle safety certification label
or
Incomplete vehicle safety certification
label
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
can be found:
\4on the vehicle or incomplete vehicle
safety certification label
\4embossed on the engine compartment
rear bulk (\2page 379)
Example vehicle safety certification label
(U.S. vehicles)
Example incomplete vehicle safety certifi-
cation label (U.S. vehicles)2VIN
iFor certain vehicles, vehicle data cards
are delivered with the vehicle. These
vehicle data cards contain all the im-
portant details of your vehicle, e.g. ve-
hicle identification number, engine
number and subassembly numbers to-
gether with the model and optional
equipment codes.
This data is required when ordering
parts and for questions of a technical
nature.
For reasons of security, card 1 must
not be kept in the vehicle. It contains
the key number required for obtaining
replacement keys.
Handing cards 2 and 3 to an authorized
Sprinter Dealer will simplify order pro-
cessing.

374 *Technical dataVehicle identification labels
6
Example vehicle safety certification label
(Canada vehicles)
Example incomplete vehicle safety certifi-
cation label (Canada vehicles)2VIN
Example Engine Compartment3VIN (embossed on the engine compart-
ment rear bulk)
4Engine number (engraved on gasoline
engine)
5Engine number (engraved on diesel en-
gine)
6Emission control information label and
engine oil warning label
1
7Emission control information label
(gasoline engine) (\2page 380)1. Read and observe the diesel engine oil information
(\2 page 362).
Example emission control information label
for diesel engines (U.S. vehicles)
Example emission control information label
for diesel engines (Canada vehicles)

375 *Technical data
Vehicle identification labels
6
Example emission control information label
for gasoline engines
For vehicles with a gross weight capacity
less than 10,000 lbs (4500 kg) only.
The tire and loading information placard is
located on the driver’s door B-pillar.
1Tire and loading information placardFor tire and loading information, see
"Loading the vehicle" (\2page 205).
iThe data shown on the labels is for il-
lustrative purposes only. The data is
specific to each vehicle and may vary
from the data shown in the illustration.
Refer to the label on your vehicle for
data specific to your vehicle.
Tire and loading information placard
iThe data shown on the placard is for il-
lustrative purposes only. The load limit
data and seating data is specific to
each vehicle and may vary from the
data shown in the illustration.
Refer to the placard on your vehicle for
data specific to your vehicle.