2008 DODGE SPRINTER wheel

405 Operation
Winter driving
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For safe handling, make sure all winter
tires mounted are of the same make and
have the same tread design.
Always observe the speed rating of the
winter tires installed on your vehicle. If
the maximum speed for which your tires
are rated is below the speed rating of
your vehicle, you must place a notice to
this effect where it will be seen by the driver. Such notices are available at your
tire dealer or any authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
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Reactivate the tire pressure monitor.
While studded tires improve perfor-
mance on ice, skid and traction capabil-
ity on wet or dry surfaces may be poorer
than that of non-studded tires. Some
states prohibit studded tires; therefore,
local laws should be checked before us-
ing these tire types.
Warning
G
Winter tires with a tread depth under
1/6 in (4 mm) must be replaced. They are
no longer suitable for winter operation.
Warning
G
If you use your spare tire when winter
tires are fitted on the other wheels, be
aware that the difference in tire charac-
teristics may impair turning stability and
overall driving stability may be reduced.
Adapt your driving style accordingly.
Have the spare tire replaced with a winter
tire at the nearest authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
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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.
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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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407 Operation
Winter driving
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Apply the brakes regularly when making
longer journeys on gritted or salted
roads. This will have the effect of restor-
ing the brakes to their normal level of
performance.
When stopping the vehicle after travel-
ing on roads that have been salted,
check that the brakes are fully functional
before proceeding further.
Use "Class U" chains, or other traction
aids that meet SAE Type "U" specifica-
tions.Snow chai ns m us t be the p rope r si ze f or
the vehicle, as recommended by the
chain manufacturer. They should only be
driven on snow-covered roads at speeds
not to exceed 30 mph (50 km / h). Re-
move chains as soon as possible when
driving on roads without snow.Snow chains
!
CAUTION
Use snow chains on rear wheels only.
Some tire sizes do not leave ade-
quate clearance for snow chains. To
help avoid serious damage to your
vehicle or tires, use of snow chains is
not permissible with the spare wheel.
iWhen driving with snow chains, you
may wish to deactivate the ASR
(\2
page 73) before setting the vehi-
cle in motion. This will improve the
vehicle’s traction.
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408 OperationWinter driving
4
Please observe the following guidelines
when using snow chains:\4
Snow chains should only be used on
rear wheels. In vehicles with dual
rear wheels, they should be mounted
on the exterior wheels. Follow the
manufacturer’s mounting instruc-
tions.
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Only use snow chains that are ap-
proved by the vehicle manufacturer.
For approved snow chains, please
contact your authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
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Use of snow chains may be prohibit-
ed depending on location. Always
check local and state laws before
mounting snow chains.T o a v o i d d a m a g e t o y o u r v e h i cl e , t i r e s o r
chains, observe the following precau-
tions:
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Because of limited chain clearance
between tires and other suspension
components, it is important that only
chains in good condition are used.
Broken chains can cause serious ve-
hicle damage. Stop the vehicle im-
mediately if noise occurs that could
suggest chain breakage. Remove the
damaged parts of the chain before
further use.
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Install chains as tightly as possible
and then retighten after driving
about 1/2 mile (0.8 km).
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Do not exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).
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Drive cautiously and avoid severe
turns and large bumps, especially
with a loaded vehicle.
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Do not install tire chains on front
wheels.
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Do not drive for a prolonged period
on dry pavement.
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Observe the tire chain manufactur-
er’s instructions on method of instal-
lation, operating speed, and
conditions for usage. Always use the
lower suggested operating speed of
the chain manufacturer if different
than the speed recommended by the
manufacturer.
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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
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the remaining distance in kilometers,
e.g.
1900 miles
(3000 km
)
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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
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Switch on the ignition (
\2
page 111).
The display is activated.
Vehicles with steering wheel buttons*
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Press the
è
or
ÿ
button on
the steering wheel repeatedly until
you see the standard display
(
\2
page 151) .
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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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417 Operation
Cleaning and care of the vehicle
4
Environmental note
H
Only clean the vehicle in a suitable place
for washing vehicles. Dispose of empty
containers and used cleaning materials in
an environmentally responsible manner.iIf you need to clean the areas to-
wards the top of the vehicle, always
use\4
suitable ladders
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secure steps
!
CAUTION
Under no circumstances should you
affix unsuitable stickers, films, mag-
nets or similar to painted surfaces.
You could otherwise damage the
paintwork.
Care of the vehicle!
CAUTION
After cleaning your vehicle, especial-
ly the wheel rims with rim cleaner, do
not simply park the vehicle and leave
it. Rim cleaners can promote corro-
sion of the brake discs and the brake
pads / linings. Before parking and
leaving the vehicle after cleaning, al-
ways warm the vehicle up to normal
operating temperature first.
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