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Tire pres.
monitor
currently
unavailable
The TPMS or Advanced TPMS* is unable to
monitor the tire pressure due to
\4a nearby radio interference source.
\4excessive wheel sensor temperatures.
\1As soon as the causes of the malfunc-
tion have been removed, the TPMS au-
tomatically becomes active again after a
few minutes of driving.
Tire pres.
monitor
inoperative
No wheel
sensors
There are wheels without appropriate wheel
sensors mounted (for example winter tires).
\1Have the TPMS checked at an autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer.
\1Have the wheel sensors installed by an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Wheel sens.
missing
One ore more sensors are malfunctioning
(for example battery discharged).
One or more wheels without appropriate
wheel sensors mounted (for example spare
tire)
\1Have the TPMS checked by an autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer.
\1Have the wheel sensors installed by an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
The tire pressure for the respective tire is
shown in the multifunction display.
Slid. sunroof
open
You have the removed the key from the ig-
nition lock and the sliding sunroof is still
open.
\1If necessary, close the sliding sunroof
using the switch in the overhead control
panel (\2page 145).
Cruise cont.
Visit workshop
Cruise control is malfunctioning.
\1Have cruise control checked at an au-
thorized Sprinter Dealer.
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SRS
Restraint system
Visit workshop
WARNING
G
The restraint systems have malfunctioned.
The airbags or emergency tensioning re-
tractors could be triggered unintentionally,
or not at all in the event of an accident.
\1Continue driving, but with even greater
care.
\1Visit an authorized Sprinter Dealer as
soon as possible.
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Battery/
Alternator
Visit workshop
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.
2
Brake wear
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WARNING
G
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.
6
Brake force
distribution
WARNING
G
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
G
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
G
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
Visit
workshop
WARNING
G
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.
k
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.
ì
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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workshop
WARNING
G
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.
H
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.
.
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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Additional ind.
lamps
An additional turn signal is malfunction-
ing.
\1Visit an authorized Sprinter Dealer as
soon as possible.
Cornering lamp left
The left-hand cornering lamp* is malfunc-
tioning.
\1Visit an authorized Sprinter Dealer as
soon as possible.
Cornering lamp right
The right-hand cornering lamp* is mal-
functioning.
\1Visit an authorized Sprinter Dealer as
soon as possible.
Trailer turn signal
left
The left-hand turn signal on the trailer is
malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Trailer turn signal
right
The right-hand turn signal on the trailer is
malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Trailer tail lamp
A trailer tail lamp or license plate lamp is
malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Switch off lights
You have forgotten to switch off the lights
when leaving the vehicle.
\1Switch off the lights.
Lights on automatic.
Remove key
Automatic headlamp mode is active
(\2page 78). The key is in the ignition
lock and the driver’s door is open.
\1Remove the key.
I
Replace key
Visit
workshop
The authorization to drive must be
checked.
\1Visit an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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