2007 DODGE SPRINTER fuel

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The red coolant warning lamp
lights up while the engine is run-
ning.
The coolant temperature is too high.
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
If the vehicle is switched off after being
subjected to extreme loads (for example
driving in mountainous terrain, trailer
towing, etc.), the coolant warning lamp
may light up when the ignition is switched
on or the engine is restarted. Run the en-
gine for approximately 1 minute at idling
speed.
Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer if
the coolant warning lamp remains lit.
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The yellow reserve fuel warning
lamp lights up while the vehicle is
in motion.
The fuel level has fallen into the reserve
range.
\1Refuel at the nearest refueling station
(\2page 184).
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The yellow reserve fuel warning
lamp lights up while the engine is
running and the gauge for the fuel
tank shows zero although there is
still fuel in the tank.
The fuel filler cap is not closed.
\1Close the fuel filler cap. A clicking
sound indicates that the fuel filler cap
is closed.
\1If the malfunction continues to be in-
dicated, have it rectified immediately
at an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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The yellow preglow indicator lamp
lights up while the engine is running.
There is a malfunction in the preglow sys-
tem.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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The yellow engine diagnostic in-
dicator lamp lights up or flashes
while the engine is running.
The fuel tank has run dry.
The engine may be running in emergency
mode.
\1Refuel at the nearest refueling sta-
tion.
\1On vehicles with a diesel engine:
Bleed the fuel system (\2page 318).
\1Start the engine three to four times af-
ter refueling. Emergency mode will be
canceled. You do not need to have
your vehicle checked.
There is a malfunction:
\4in the fuel injection system
\4in the ignition system
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\4in the exhaust system.
The emission limit values may be exceeded
and the engine may be running in emergency
mode.
Engine power output may be reduced.
\1Have the vehicle checked immediate-
ly at an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
1 Only vehicles with a gasoline engine.

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Warning!
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Each tire, including the spare (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recom-
mended by the vehicle manufacturer on the
vehicle placard or the tire inflation pressure
label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different
size than the size indicated on the vehicle
placard or the tire inflation pressure label,
you should determine the proper tire infla-
tion pressure for those tires).
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has
been equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing System (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire
pressure telltale when one or more of your
tires is significantly underinflated. Accord-
ingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illu-
minates, you should stop and check your
tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to
the proper pressure. Driving on a significant-
ly underinflated tire causes the tire to over-
heat and can lead to tire failure.
Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency
and tire tread life, and may affect the vehi-
cle’s handling and stopping ability. Please
note that the TPMS is not a substitute for
proper tire maintenance, and it is the driv-
er’s responsibility to maintain correct tire
pressure, even if underinflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of
the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
USA only:
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a
TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate
when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is com-
bined with the low tire pressure telltale.
When the system detects a malfunction, the
telltale will flash for approximately 1 minute
and then remain continuously illuminated.
This sequence will continue upon subse-
quent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal-
function exists. When the malfunction
indicator is illuminated, the system may not
be able to detect or signal low tire pressure
as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety
of reasons, including the installation of in-
compatible replacement or alternate tires or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS
from functioning properly. Always check the
TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing
one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle
to ensure that the replacement or alternate
tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue
to function properly.

296 Practical hintsDisplay messages
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Engine oil level
Stop, turn engine
off
There is insufficient or no oil in the en-
gine. There is a risk of engine damage.
\1Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
\1Switch off the engine.
\1Check the engine oil level using the dip-
stick (\2page 189).
\1If the oil level is correct, have the mal-
function rectified immediately at an au-
thorized Sprinter Dealer.
\1If there is insufficient or no oil in the en-
gine, have the vehicle towed to an autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer.
Engine oil level
Check
oil level
The engine oil level has dropped to a crit-
ical level.
\1Check the engine oil level (\2page 188)
and add oil as necessary.
\1Have the engine checked for possible
leaks if you are having to add engine oil
more frequently than normal.
Engine oil
Add
1.0 quart(Canada:
liter
)
The engine oil level is too low.
\1Check the engine oil level (\2page 189)
the next time you refuel and add oil if
necessary.
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Engine oil level
Reduce
oil level
You have added too much engine oil.
There is a risk of damage to the engine or
the catalytic converter.
\1Check the engine oil level and have any
excess oil siphoned off at the nearest re-
fueling station (\2page 190).
The engine or the catalytic converter could
be damaged.
\1If the oil level is correct, have the mal-
function rectified as soon as possible at
an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Oil sensor
Visit
workshop
The measuring system is malfunctioning.
\1Have the measuring system checked at
an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Engine oil level
Not when eng. run-
ning
You are attempting to check the engine
oil level even though the engine is run-
ning.
\1Switch off the engine.
\1Check the engine oil level (\2page 187).
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Reserve fuel
Drive to a
gas station
The fuel level has fallen into the reserve
range.
\1Refuel at the nearest gas station
(\2page 184).
Tank open
Check

filler cap
The fuel filler cap is not closed.
\1Close the fuel filler cap. A clicking sound
indicates that the fuel filler cap is closed.
\1If the malfunction continues to be indi-
cated, have it rectified immediately at an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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Doors open
You are already driving at walking pace,
even though not all the doors are closed.
\1Close the doors.
Hood open
You are already driving at walking pace,
even though the hood is not closed.
\1Close the hood.
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Water in
Fuel
Visit
workshop
The water that has collected in the water
separator has reached the maximum lev-
el.
\1Drain the water separator (\2page 317).
or
\1Have the water separator drained at an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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Washer fluid
Check level
The washer fluid level has dropped to ap-
proximately
1/3 of the reservoir capacity.
\1Add windshield washer fluid
(\2page 193).
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Fuel system
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\3 Fuel systemOn vehicles with a diesel engine, it is nec-
essary to drain the fuel filter if the/ in-
dicator lamp lights up.
To this end, have the fuel filter with water
separator drained at an authorized Sprint-
er Dealer which has the necessary special-
ist knowledge and tools to carry out the
work required.The fuel filter with water separator is in the
engine compartment.
1Drain hose
2Drain plug
\1Apply the handbrake and move the se-
lector lever to positionP.
\1Switch off the engine and open the
hood (\2page 185).
\1Place a suitable container under drain
hose1.
\1Switch on the ignition (\2page 67).\1Unscrew drain plug2 immediately
one turn or until liquid flows out of
drain hose1.
\1Make sure that the liquid flows into the
container under drain hose 1.
\1Close drain plug 2 as soon as approx-
imately 0.2 US qt (0.2 l) of liquid has
been collected.
\1When you have drained the fuel filter
with water separator, turn the key back
to position0 in the ignition lock
(\2page 67).
\1Dispose of the collected liquid in an en-
vironmentally responsible manner.Draining the fuel filter!
CAUTION
Drain the fuel filter with water separa-
tor immediately if the/ indicator
lamp lights up. The engine could be
damaged.
Environmental note
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When handling, storing and disposing of die-
sel and diesel mixtures, please observe the
relevant regulations.
iThe electric fuel delivery pump stops
the flow of liquid automatically after
30 seconds.

318 Practical hintsFuel system
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\1Drain the fuel filter again if the/ in-
dicator lamp remains lit.If the fuel tank on a vehicle with diesel en-
gine has been run dry, there is a possibility
that the engine may not start immediately
after refueling because air may remain in
the fuel system.
After refueling:
\1Switch on the ignition for approximate-
ly 10 seconds.
\1Start the engine repeatedly for no more
than 60 seconds until it runs smoothly.If the engine does not start:
\1Wait approximately 2 minutes.
\1Then start the engine repeatedly again
for no more than 60 seconds until it
runs smoothly.
If this attempt also fails, do not continue to
start the engine. Consult an authorized
Sprinter Dealer.Environmental note
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Have the drained liquid disposed of at an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.!
CAUTION
If the / indicator lamp remains lit
even after draining for the second time,
have the cause checked immediately at
an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Bleeding the fuel systemiToo many attempts to start the engine
could drain the battery.