2008 DODGE SPRINTER lights

240 Controls in detailAuxiliary heating/ventilation*
3
\1To switch the auxiliary heating on:

press button
2
.
Indicator lamp1
lights up briefly.
\1To switch the auxiliary heating
off:
press button
3
.
Indicator lamp
1
lights up briefly.
The auxiliary heating operates for
around a further 2 minutes and then
switches off automatically.
Synchronizing the remote control
\1
Press and hold the
ö
switch for
more than 10 seconds:
The red indicator lamp in the
ö

switch remains lit until it is released.
Afterward, the red indicator lamp in
the
ö
switch flashes. The system
is activated for synchronizing.
\1
Press button
2
on the remote con-
trol.
The indicator lamp in the
ö

switch stops flashing and goes out.
The remote control and the control
panel are synchronized.
Selecting a switch-on timeYou can use the operating system to de-
fine up to 3 switch-on times, one of
which can be selected to switch on the
auxiliary heating / ventilation.
iChange the batteries immediately if
indicator lamp
1
does not
light up
briefly each time a button is pressed
(
\2
page 541).
iIf you press button
3
on the remote
control during the first 3 seconds of
synchronization process, only this re-
mote control will be synchronized
with the clock.
Any other remote control units that
were synchronized will be cleared.
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The anti-theft alarm system is suddenly trig-
gered.
You have opened the vehicle using the key
while the anti-theft alarm system was still
primed.
Key:
\1Press theΠbutton.
or
\1Insert the key into the ignition lock.
The anti-theft alarm system is deacti-
vated.
You hear a warning signal.
A message appears in the display.
\1Observe the instructions on
(\2page 484).
You are driving with the handbrake applied.
\1Release the handbrake (\2page 191).
You opened the driver’s door and forgot to
switch off the lights.
\1Turn the light switch to0.
Warning
G
You are not wearing your seat belt.
\1Fasten your seat belt .
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Headlamps and turn signalsWarning
G
Always have maintenance work carried
out at an authorized Sprinter Dealer
Continued
Warning (Continued)
G
which has the necessary specialist knowl-
edge and tools to carry out the work required.The manufacturer recommends that you
use an authorized Sprinter Dealer for this
purpose.
Continued
Warning (Continued)
G
I n p a r t i c u l a r , w o r k r e l e v a n t t o s a f e t y o r o n
safety-related systems must be carried
out at an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
There is a risk of an accident and injury if
this work is carried out incorrectly.
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The headlamps are fogged up on the inside.
Air humidity is very high.
\1
Drive with the lights on.
The headlamps will defrost after the vehicle
has been driven a short distance.
Moisture has penetrated the headlamp housing since
it is not water-tight.
\1
Have the headlamps checked at an autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer.
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The red SRS warning lamp
does not go out after ap-
proximately 4 seconds after
the ignition system is
switched on or lights up
again.
WARNING
G
The restraint systems have malfunctioned. The air-
bags or emergency tensioning retractors could be
triggered unintentionally, or not at all in the event of
an accident.
\1Drive on with even greater care to an
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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The red battery charge
warning lamp lights up while
the engine is running.
WARNING
G
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. Consult
the nearest authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
If it is not damaged:
\1Have your vehicle checked at an au-
thorized Sprinter Dealer.
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The battery is malfunctioning.
\1Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
\1Do not drive any further.
\1Contact a breakdown service, an autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer.
2

The yellow brake pad wear
indicator lamp lights up after
the engine is started or
while the vehicle is in mo-
tion.
WA RNING
G
The brake pads / linings have reached their wear lim-
it.
\1Have the brake pads / linings replaced
as soon as possible at an authorized
Sprinter Dealer.
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:

The yellow engine oil level
warning lamp lights up, the
-
2.0 l
engine oil level mes-
sage appears in the display
and the warning buzzer
sounds after the engine is
started or while the vehicle
is in motion.
There is insufficient or no oil in the engine.
There is a risk of engine damage.
\1Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.
\1Switch off the engine.
\1Check the engine oil level using the dip-
stick (\2page 328).
\1If the oil level is correct, have the mal-
function rectified immediately at an au-
thorized Sprinter Dealer.
\1If there is insufficient or no oil in the en-
gine, have the vehicle towed to an au-
thorized Sprinter Dealer.
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The yellow engine oil level
warning lamp lights up, the HI
engine oil level message
appears in the display and
the warning buzzer sounds
after the engine is started or
while the vehicle is in mo-
tion.
The engine oil level has exceeded the maximum lev-
el.
\1Check the engine oil level and have any
excess oil siphoned off at the nearest
refueling station (\2page 328).
The engine or the catalytic converter could
be damaged.
\1If the oil level is correct, have the mal-
function rectified as soon as possible at
an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
:

The yellow engine oil level
warning lamp lights up re-
peatedly while the vehicle is
in motion.
The engine oil level indicator is malfunctioning.
\1Have the vehicle checked immediately
at an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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The yellow coolant level
warning lamp lights up while
the engine is running.
The coolant level is too low.
Never run the engine if the coolant level is too low.
The engine could overheat and be damaged.
\1Stop at the earliest opportunity.
\1Switch off the engine to cool down.
\1Check the coolant level and add coolant
as necessary (\2page 329).
\1If you are having to add coolant fre-
quently, have the cooling system
checked at an authorized Sprinter Deal-
er.
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