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The operating system shows warnings,
malfunctions or additional information in
the display.
Certain messages are accompanied by a
warning signal or a permanent tone.
High-priority messages are highlighted
in red in the display.
Please respond in accordance with the
messages and follow the additional
notes in these Operating instructions.
\4
Low-priority messages can be ac-
knowledged using the
è
, ·
,
j
or
k
buttons on the steer-
ing wheel or using the reset button
on the instrument cluster
(
\2
page 142). They are then stored
in the malfunction memory.
\4
Highest-priority messages cannot be
acknowledged and are automatically
stored in the malfunction memory.
If you select the Malfunction memory
menu in the operating system
(
\2
page 160), the acknowledged and
unacknowledged messages will appear.
Display messages on vehicles with
steering wheel buttons
Warning
G
No messages can be displayed if there is
a failure of the instrument cluster and / or
the display. You will not then be able to
see information about the vehicle status,
such as speed and outside temperature,
warning and indicator lamps, malfunction
and warning messages or the failure of
systems. Handling characteristics may be
affected.
Continued
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The following table shows messages
which could appear in the display. The
messages are divided into two types to
make it easier for you to find the rele-
vant message:\4
Text messages are shown in alpha-
betical order from (
\2
page 491) on-
wards
\4
Symbol messages (
\2
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Warning (Continued)
G
Contact an authorized Sprinter Dealer im-
mediately which has the necessary spe-
cialist knowledge and tools to carry out
the work required.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 an authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
Warning
G
Always have maintenance work carried
out at an authorized Sprinter Dealer
which has the necessary specialist
knowledge and tools to carry out the
work required.
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 an authorized Sprinter
Dealer. There is a risk of an accident and
injury if this work is carried out incorrect-
ly.
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Text messagesDisplay messages
Possible cause / result
Possible solution
ABS
Visit workshop
WARNING
G
ABS has been deactivated due to a malfunction.
ESP
®, ASR and BAS as well as cruise control have
also been deactivated as a result.
The brake system is still available with the full
brake boosting effect but without ABS.
\1Continue driving, but with even greater
care.
\1Have the system checked at an authorized
Sprinter Dealer as soon as possible.
unavailable
WARNING
G
ABS is temporarily unavailable.
Self diagnosis may not have been completed yet.
The brake system is still available with the normal
braking effect.
\1Drive on for a distance of more than
13 mph (20 km / h).
ABS is available again if the message goes
out.
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ESP
Visit workshop
WARNING
G
ESP
® has been deactivated due to a malfunction.
Cruise control is also switched off as a result.
Vehicle stability is no longer automatically con-
trolled in good time.
Engine power output may be reduced.
\1Continue driving, but with even greater
care.
\1Have the system checked at an authorized
Sprinter Dealer as soon as possible.
unavailable
ESP
® has been deactivated due to undervoltage.
Cruise control is also switched off as a result.
The battery may not be being charged.
Vehicle stability is no longer automatically con-
trolled in good time.
Engine power output may be reduced.
\1Continue driving, but with even greater
care.
\1Have the system checked at an authorized
Sprinter Dealer as soon as possible.
Display messages
Possible cause / result
Possible solution
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Slid. sunroof
open
You have the removed the key from the ignition
lock and the sliding sunroof is still open.
\1If necessary, close the sliding sunroof us-
ing the switch in the overhead control pan-
el (\2page 245).
Cruise cont.
Visit workshop
Cruise control is malfunctioning.
\1Have cruise control checked at an autho-
rized Sprinter Dealer.
SRS
Restraint system
Visit workshop
WARNING
G
The restraint systems have malfunctioned. The
airbags or emergency tensioning retractors 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.
Display messages
Possible cause / result
Possible solution
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Symbol messagesDisplay symbol
Display message
Possible cause / result
Possible solution
#
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 Dealer.
If it is not damaged:
\1Drive to the nearest authorized Sprinter
Dealer immediately.
2
Brake wear
Visit workshop
WARNING
G
The brake pads / linings have reached their
wear limit.
\1Have the brake pads / linings replaced as
soon as possible at an authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
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6
Brake force
distribution
WARNING
G
EBV has been deactivated due to undervolt-
age.
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.
6
Brake fluid
Visit
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. .
Display symbol
Display message
Possible cause / result
Possible solution
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Brake force
distribution
Visit
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.
7
Parking brake
Release brakeA signal also
sounds.
You are driving with the handbrake applied.
\1Release the handbrake (\2page 191).
Display symbol
Display message
Possible cause / result
Possible solution
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