2008 DODGE SPRINTER steering

406 OperationWinter driving
4
Drive with particular care on icy roads.
Avoid sudden acceleration, steering
movements and braking.
If it seems likely that the vehicle is about
to enter a skid or cannot be stopped at a
low speed:\4
Move the selector lever to position N.
\4
Try to maintain control of the vehicle
using light corrective steering.
Road salt may adversely affect braking
efficiency. It may therefore be necessary
to apply the brakes more forcefully in or-
der to achieve the same braking force as
normal.
iW h e n t h e y h a v e b e e n r e m o v e d , s t o r e
wheels and tires in a cool, dry, and if
possible dark place. Protect the tires
from oil, grease, and gasoline /
diesel.
Driving in winterWarning
G
Downshifting to brake could cause the
drive wheels to lose grip on a slippery sur-
face due to the increased difference in
speed between the engine and the drive
wheels at this time.
Do not downshift for additional engine
braking on a slippery surface. Use the ser-
vice brake in accordance with road condi-
tions. Only downshift to a lower gear
when traveling at a low engine speed.
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412 OperationMaintenance and servicing
4
Service due date display
Vehicles with steering wheel buttonsThe following messages may be dis-
played:\49
Service A in .. days
\49
Service A in .. miles
(km)
\49
Service A due now
The letters
A or
B indicate the type of ser-
vice that is due.
Vehicles without steering wheel
buttonsThe following messages may be dis-
played:\49
for service A
\4´
for service B
The following are also shown:
Service A: Oil Service Plus
Service B: Maintenance Service
\4
the remaining distance in kilometers,
e.g.
1900 miles
(3000 km
)
\4
the remaining time in days, e.g.30 days
.
Missing the service due date An authorized Sprinter Dealer, can reset
the service indicator when the service
has been carried out.
!
CAUTION
If you fail to have the specified ser-
vice carried out, you could be in
breach of relevant regulations and
warranty and goodwill settlements
could be invalidated.
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413 Operation
Maintenance and servicing
4
Vehicles with steering wheel buttons*If you have missed the service due date,
one of the following messages appears
in the display:\49
Service A overdue by .. days

\49
Service A overdue by ..
miles (km)
A signal also sounds.
Vehicles without steering wheel but-
tonsIf you have missed the service due date,
the following symbol flashes in the dis-
play for 10 seconds after the ignition is
switched on:\49
for service A
\4´
for service B
You will also see a minus sign before the
service due date.
Calling up the service due date
\1
Switch on the ignition (
\2
page 111).
The display is activated.
Vehicles with steering wheel buttons*
\1
Press the
è
or
ÿ
button on
the steering wheel repeatedly until
you see the standard display
(
\2
page 151) .
\1
Press the
j
or
k
button on
the steering wheel repeatedly until
you see the following in the display,
for example:
\49
Service A in .. days
\49
Service A in .. miles
(km)
The letters
A or
B indicate the type of
service that is due.
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414 OperationMaintenance and servicing
4
Vehicles without steering wheel but-
tons
\1
Press the menu button on the in-
strument cluster repeatedly until you
see the following in the display:\49
for service A
\4´
for service B
The following are also shown:
\4
the remaining distance in miles
(kilometers)
\4
the remaining time in daysAn increased amount of sand or dust
may collect in the air cleaner when you
drive on dusty or sandy roads.
Air cleaner in the roof in the rear com-
partment
1Cover
2Recesses
For this reason, check the air cleaner
regularly for visible damage.
Air cleaner for the air-conditioning
system in the rear compartment*
!
CAUTION
You must clean visible dirt from the
air cleaner or replace it if necessary.
The dirt can otherwise damage the
air conditioning, which is not covered
by warranty.
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424 OperationCleaning and care of the vehicle
4
Heavy soiling
\1
Wipe plastic parts with a damp, lint-
free cloth (e.g. a micro-fiber cloth).
Dashboard and padded boss of the
steering wheel
\1
Moisten a clean and lint-free cloth
with water and clean the plastic
parts and the dashboard.
\1
Use a mild soap solution for particu-
larly stubborn dirt.
Radio* display and rear view cam-
era* monitor
\1
Switch off the Radio* or the rear
view camera monitor* and allow it to
cool off.
!
CAUTION
Use a low-foaming grease solvent
(e.g. washing-up liquid) diluted in wa-
ter as a cleaning agent.
The surface color may temporarily
change shade during cleaning. Sim-
ply wait for the surface to dry.
!
CAUTION
Use a solvent-free and non-caustic
cleaning agent. The manufacturer
recommends that you use a
Mercedes-Benz product.
The surface color may temporarily
change shade during cleaning. Sim-
ply wait for the surface to dry.
Warning
G
Do not use cleaners or cockpit care
sprays containing solvents to clean the
dashboard or the padded boss of the
steering wheel. Cleaners containing sol-
vents can make the surface porous, which
could lead to serious injuries if plastic
parts were to come loose when an airbag
is triggered.
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452 Practical hintsWhat to do if ...
5
The Parktronic* warning displays indicate im-
plausible distances.
For example, all the segments may be lit even
though there is no obstacle present.
The Parktronic* sensors are dirty or iced up.
\1Clean the Parktronic* sensors
(\2page 422).
\1Switch on the ignition again.
An external radio or ultrasonic source may be
causing interference.
\1Check whether Parktronic* works at
another location.
The license plate or other attachment parts
near the sensors may not be secured correct-
ly.
\1Check the number plate and attach-
ment parts near the sensors to see if
they are securely in place.
The speed cannot be set with cruise control*
activated
1.
The display is showing a message of high prior-
ity and cannot therefore show a change in
speed.
\1Proceed as instructed by the message
in the display.
\1Deactivate cruise control* if neces-
sary.
1 Only on vehicles with steering wheel buttons.Problem
Possible cause / result
Suggested solutions
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462 Practical hintsWhat to do if ...
5
#
-
k
6
The yellow ESP
®, ABS-, ASR/BAS
indicator lamps and the red brake
system indicator lamp are lit while
the engine is running.
WAR NING
G
EBV has malfunctioned.
The rear wheels could lock up sooner than ex-
pected when you apply the brakes.
\1Also observe the messages in the dis-
play on vehicles with steering wheel
buttons (\2page 489).
\1Continue driving, but with even greater
care.
\1Have the system checked at an autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer as soon as possi-
ble.
#
-
k
6
The yellow ESP
®, ABS, ASR/BAS
indicator lamps and the red brake
system indicator lamp are lit while
the engine is running.
WAR NING
G
EBV has been deactivated due to undervoltage.
The battery may not be being charged.
The rear wheels could lock up sooner than ex-
pected when you apply the brakes.
\1Also observe the messages in the dis-
play on vehicles with steering wheel
buttons (\2page 489).
\1S t o p y o u r v e h i c l e a s s o o n a s i t i s s a f e t o
do so.
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Problem
Possible cause / result
Suggested solutions
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463 Practical hints
What to do if ...
5
6
The red brake system indicator
lamp is lit while the engine is run-
ning.
A signal also sounds.
WARNING
G
There is insufficient brake fluid in the fluid res-
ervoir.
\1Also observe the messages in the dis-
play on vehicles with steering wheel
buttons (\2page 489).
\1Do not add brake fluid under any cir-
cumstances. This will not solve the
problem.
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Problem
Possible cause / result
Suggested solutions
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