2007 DODGE SPRINTER brake

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Battery/
Alternator
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The battery is not being charged. Possible
causes:
\4malfunctioning alternator
\4torn poly-V-belt
\1Stop immediately and check the poly-V-
belt.
If it is torn:
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Deal-
er.
If it is not damaged:
\1Drive to the nearest authorized
Sprinter Dealer immediately.
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Brake wear
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WARNING
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The brake pads / linings have reached
their wear limit.
\1Have the brake pads / linings replaced as
soon as possible at an authorized Sprint-
er Dealer.
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Brake force
distribution
WARNING
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EBV has been deactivated due to under-
voltage.
The battery may not be being charged.
The rear wheels could lock up sooner
than expected when you apply the
brakes.
\1Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.

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Brake fluid
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workshop
WARNING
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There is insufficient brake fluid in the fluid
reservoir.
\1Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
\1Do not add brake fluid under any circum-
stances. This will not solve the problem.
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer. .
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Brake force
distribution
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workshop
WARNING
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EBV has malfunctioned.
The rear wheels could lock up sooner
than expected when you apply the
brakes.
\1Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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Parking brake
Release brakeA signal also sounds.
You are driving with the handbrake
applied.
\1Release the handbrake (\2page 115).
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k
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workshop
WARNING
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ASR has been deactivated due to a mal-
function. Cruise control is also switched
off as a result.
The engine power output may then be
lower.
\1Continue driving, but with even greater
care.
\1Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer as soon as possi-
ble.
WARNING
G
BAS has been deactivated due to a mal-
function.
The brake system continues to function
with the normal braking effect but with no
electronic support.
\1Continue driving, but with even greater
care.
\1Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer as soon as possi-
ble.
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unavailable
ASR as well as BAS have been switched
off due to undervoltage.
The battery may not be being charged.
The brake system is still available with
the normal braking effect.
\1Continue driving, but with even greater
care.
\1Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer as soon as possi-
ble.
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Please enter PIN:
You have not yet entered your details in
the telephone.
\1Enter the PIN for your SIM card.
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Seatbelt sys.
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WARNING
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The belt system has malfunctioned.
\1Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer as soon as possi-
ble.
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Coolant
Stop, turn engine
off
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 tow-
ing, etc.), this message may be displayed
when the ignition is switched on or the en-
gine is restarted. Run the engine for approx-
imately 1 minute at idling speed.
Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer if the
message remains displayed.
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Coolant
Check level
The coolant level is too low.
Never run the engine if the coolant level
is too low. The engine could overheat and
be damaged.
\1Add coolant (\2page 191).
\1If you are having to add coolant frequent-
ly, have the cooling system checked at
an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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Low beam left
The left-hand low-beam headlamp is mal-
functioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Low beam right
The right-hand low-beam headlamp is
malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Turn signal left
The left-hand turn signal is malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Turn signal right
The right-hand turn signal is malfunction-
ing.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Brake lamp left
The left-hand brake lamp is malfunction-
ing.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
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Brake lamp right
The right-hand brake lamp is malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Third brake lamp
The third brake lamp is malfunctioning.
This message will only appear if all LEDs
have failed.
\1Visit an authorized Sprinter Dealer as
soon as possible.
High beam left
The left-hand high-beam headlamp is
malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
High beam right
The right-hand high-beam headlamp is
malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
License plate lamp
A license plate lamp is malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Foglamp front left
The left-hand front foglamp is malfunc-
tioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Foglamp front right
The right-hand front foglamp is malfunc-
tioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Rear foglamp
The rear foglamp is malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Parking lamp front
left
The front left-hand standing lamp/side
marker lamp is malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Parking lamp front
right
The front right-hand standing lamp/side
marker lamp is malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Reverse lamp
A reverse lamp is malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Tail lamp left
The left-hand tail lamp is malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Tail lamp right
The right-hand tail lamp is malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Perim. lamps
A perimeter lamp is malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
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306 Practical hintsChanging bulbs
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\3 Changing bulbsBulbs and lights are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. For this reason, make sure
that all bulbs are in working order at all
times.
\4Switch off the lights to avoid a short cir-
cuit.
\4Only touch new bulbs with a clean lint-
free cloth or something similar. Do not
work with wet or greasy fingers.
\4Only fit 12 V bulbs of the same type as
before and of the correct wattage.
\4Have the headlamp setting checked
regularly.\4If the newly installed bulb does not light
up either, visit an authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
\4Have the following LEDs and bulbs
changed at an authorized Sprinter
Dealer:
\4The additional turn signals in the
exterior mirrors
\4The third brake lamp (cargo and
passenger vans only)*
\4The bi-xenon headlamps*
\4The foglamps* Before changing bulbs
Warning
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Bulbs and bulb holders can become very
hot. For this reason, allow the light to cool
down before changing the bulb.
Keep bulbs out of the reach of children.
Never use a bulb which has been dropped.
Such a bulb may explode and injure you.
H7 bulbs are pressurized and may explode
when changed. You should therefore wear
eye protection and gloves when you are
changing them.

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Changing bulbs
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Panel van/crewbusExample illustration of chassisRear bulbs
N82.10-2529-31
Bulb
Model
1
Third brake lamp
LED
2
Brake lamp
P21W
3
Turn signal
PY 21 W
4
Tail lamp /
side marker/Standing
lamp (Canada only)
R5W
5
License plate lamp
W5W
6
Rear foglamp (driver’s
side)
P 21 W
7
Reverse lamp
P 21 W
Bulb
Model
8
Perimeter lamp/side
marker
R5W
9
Turn signal
PY 21 W
a
Brake lamp
P21W
b
Reverse lamp
P21W
c
Rear foglamp
(driver’s side)
P 21 W
d
Tail lamp
R5W
e
License plate lamp
R5W

310 Practical hintsChanging bulbs
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Changing the rear bulbs
(van / crewbus)
\1Switch off the lighting.
Rear lamp units
1Securing screws
\1Undo screws1 and remove the rear
lamp unit in the direction of the arrow.
\1Remove the connector.2Retaining lugs
3Brake lamp
4Side marker, Standing lamp (Canada
only), tail lamp
5Reverse lamp
6Turn signal lamp
7Rear foglamp (driver’s side)
\1Release retaining lugs2 and remove
the bulb holder from the rear lamp unit.
\1Press down on the bulb, turn it counter-
clockwise and remove it from the
holder.\1Press the new bulb into the bulb holder
and screw it in clockwise.
\1Plug the connectors into the bulb
holder.
\1Fit the rear lamp unit.
To do this, clip the bulb holder into the
three holes provided on the side and
tighten screws1.
Changing the rear bulbs (chassis)
Example illustration of chassis1Securing screws
2Lens
3Perimeter lamp, side marker
4Turn signal lamp
5Brake lamp