2008 DODGE SPRINTER roof

246 Controls in detailOpen air
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Sliding sunroof switch
1To open
2To close
3To raise
4To lower
\1
Switch on the ignition (
\2
page 111).
\1
Press the sliding sunroof switch in
the desired direction as far as the
first pressure point.
\1
Release the sliding sunroof switch
when the desired position has been
reached.!
CAUTION
Do not raise the sliding sunroof if you
have mounted a roof rack. It would
otherwise strike the roof rack.
You could thereby damage the slid-
ing sunroof and the roof rack.
iThe sliding sunroof opens automati-
cally when you press the sliding sun-
roof switch for opening beyond the
pressure point and then release it.
To stop the sliding sunroof, press the
sliding sunroof switch again in any di-
rection.!
CAUTION
Do not transport objects protruding
through the sliding sunroof. You
could otherwise damage the sliding
sunroof.
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247 Controls in detail
Open air
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Resetting the sliding sunroofThe sliding sunroof must be reset after:\4
the sunroof has been closed manual-
ly using the emergency operation
key (
\2
page 522)
\4
the sunroof has opened with a jerk
\4
a malfunction
\1
Switch on the ignition (
\2
page 111).
\1
Press the sliding sunroof switch in
the direction of arrow
2
(\2
page 246).
\1
Wait until the sliding sunroof is
closed and then keep the sliding sun-
roof switch pressed for approximate-
ly 3 seconds.
The sliding sunroof is reset.The roof ventilator can be used to venti-
late or remove air from the load com-
partment.
The switch is between the light switch
and the steering wheel.
1To ventilate the load compartment (air out)
2To ventilate the load compartment (air in)
\1
Switch on the ignition (
\2
page 111).
\1Air out:
press upper part
1
of the
switch.
The roof ventilator removes used air
from the load compartment.
\1Air in:
press lower part
2
of the
switch.
The roof ventilator feeds fresh air
into the load compartment.
\1To switch off:
set the switch to the
center position.
Roof ventilator in the load
compartment*
N54.25-2929-31
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258 Controls in detailDriving systems
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Switching Parktronic on/off You can switch Parktronic on and off
manually.
The switch is located on the center con-
sole.1To switch Parktronic on/off
\1To switch off:
press upper part
1

of the switch.
The indicator lamp in the switch
comes on.
\1To switch on:
press upper part
1
of
the switch again.
The indicator lamp in the switch goes
out.
Trailer towingIf you attach a trailer, Parktronic is deac-
tivated for the rear area as soon as you
make the electrical connection between
your vehicle and the trailer.The rear view camera is a visual parking
aid. It displays the area behind your ve-
hicle on a separate monitor located on
the center console.
The rear view camera is activated when
you engage reverse gear.
The camera is located in the center of
the roof above the third brake lamp
(
\2
page 422). N54.25-2922-31Rear view camera*
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277 Controls in detail
Transporting
3
For more information about the maxi-
mum roof load and roof carrier systems,
please refer to the "Technical data" sec-
tion (
\2
page 599).
Before loading
\1
Check the tire pressures and correct
them if necessary (
\2
page 365).
\1
Clean the load compartment floor.
The load compartment floor must be
dry, cleanly swept and free of oil and
dust to reduce the risk of the load
slipping.
\1
If necessary, place anti-slip mats on
the load compartment floor.
Warning
G
After an accident, have a damaged load
compartment floor or damaged load sur-
face, the lashing eyes and lashing materi-
als inspected by a specialist workshop
having the necessary technical expertise
and tools to carry out the required work. The manufacturer recommends that you
use an authorized Sprinter Dealer for this
purpose. In particular, work relevant to
safety or on safety-related systems must
be carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop.
!
CAUTION
If you are using a roof carrier system,
observe the maximum roof load and
maximum load-bearing capacity of
the roof carrier system.
!
CAUTION
As soon as the anti-slip mats start to
show signs of permanent deforma-
tion, squashed areas or tears/holes,
they are unsuitable for securing loads
and must be replaced.
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285 Controls in detail
Transporting
3
\1
Check whether the lashing eye is
firmly in place.
\1To remove:
pull locking mechanism
1
upward and pull the lashing eye
through a recess towards the locking
mechanism and out of the load rail.
It is possible to mount a roof rack if your
vehicle is equipped with securing rails
on the roof.
1Securing railsSpecial mountings (sliding blocks) are
available as accessories. These are
available from any authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
Carrier systems
Warning
G
Handling and braking characteristics may
change when you have mounted carrier
systems on the vehicle. You could endan-
ger yourself and others.Observe the manufacturer’s installation
instructions. An incorrectly secured carri-
er system or load could:\4come loose\4fall offand thereby endanger yourself and
others.
Continued
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286 Controls in detailTransporting
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Only install roof racks that have been
approved or recommended for Sprinter
vehicles. These are available in any au-
thorized Sprinter Dealer.Observe the instructions in the “Opera-
tion” section (
\2
page 303).
Warning (Continued)
G
Observe the maximum roof loads
(\2page 630), the maximum axle load
and the maximum load-bearing capacity
of the roof rack.!
CAUTION
Make sure that:
the securing bolts for the roof
rack are tightened to a torque of
6.0 – 7.4 lb-ft (8 – 10 Nm) in the slid-
ing blocks provided
the bolts do not make contact with
the rails when tightened
the sliding blocks are not positioned
near the plastic caps
the sliding blocks have the correct
cross-section
the securing rails are free of dirt on
the inside
the securing bolts are retightened
evenly after approximately 300 miles
(500 km)
This will help to avoid damage to the
vehicle.
!
CAUTION
If you wish to retrofit securing rails,
have them installed at a qualified
specialist workshop which has the
necessary specialist knowledge and
tools to carry out the work required.
You could otherwise damage the ve-
hicle.
The manufacturer recommends that
you use an authorized Sprinter Deal-
er for this purpose.
Trailer towing
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287 Controls in detail
Features
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\3 Features
Storage compartments above the
windshieldStorage compartment above the roof
trim*
1Storage compartment
Interior storage compartmentsWarning
G
Only load the storage compartments in
such a way that occupants cannot be in-
jured by their contents in the event of an
accident, braking or a sudden change in
direction.
For this reason, do not transport heavy,
bulky, pointed or sharp-edged objects in
the storage spaces or compartments.
!
CAUTION
It is permissible to load the right and
left-hand storage compartments up
to a maximum of 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
each.
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288 Controls in detailFeatures
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Storage compartments in the doorsYou can use these storage compart-
ments for the safe storage of small and
light items.Storage compartment under the twin
passenger's seat*On vehicles with a twin passenger’s
seat, the storage compartment is under
the seat cushion (
\2
page 119).
You can use the storage compartment
for the safekeeping of tools and other
small items.
Glove box1Glove box handle
2Locked*
3Unlocked*
!
CAUTION
The entire storage compartment is
permitted to hold a maximum load of
66 lbs (30 kg).
Do not store high, bulky loads in the
storage compartment. You could oth-
erwise damage the roof trim in the
event of sudden braking.
iYou can lock and unlock the glove
box using the key*.
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