2008 DODGE SPRINTER engine

294 Controls in detailFeatures
3
The ashtray is located in the ashtray
compartment in the center console.
1Ashtray compartment
2Recess
3Cover
\1
Pull out ashtray compartment
1
by
recess
2
.
\1To open:
fold cover
3
upwards.
\1To remove the insert:
reach into
the left and right-hand sides of the
recesses on the ashtray and pull the
insert out to empty it.
\1To replace the insert:
hold the in-
sert and press it down into the re-
tainer.
AshtrayWarning
G
Switch off the engine and apply the hand-
brake before removing the ashtray to
empty it.
Otherwise, you could accidentally put the
vehicle in gear.
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298 Controls in detailFeatures
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Telephones may only be used inside the
vehicle if they are connected to a sepa-
rate exterior antenna of a type tested
and approved by the manufacturer.
iThe sockets are supplied with power
even if the key is removed from the
ignition lock. Please note that the
battery may be discharged if you
have connected an accessory, e.g. a
coolbox, and the engine is switched
off.Telephone*
Warning
G
You must observe the legal requirements
for the country in which you are driving
when operating a cell phone in the vehi-
cle.If it is permitted to operate a cell phone
while the vehicle is in motion, you must
only operate it when road and traffic con-
ditions permit. You may otherwise be dis-
tracted from the traffic conditions, cause
an accident and injure yourself and oth-
ers.
Continued
Warning (Continued)
G
Cell phones without exterior antennas
may interfere with the vehicle electronics
and thereby jeopardize the operational
safety of the vehicle. You must therefore
only use these devices when they are con-
nected to a separate exterior antenna.
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301 Operation
4 Operation
The first 1000 miles (1500 km)........... 302
Driving tips........... 303
Electronic equipment........... 315
Refueling........... 316
Engine compartment........... 318
Battery........... 335
Battery isolating switch*........... 338
Tires and wheels........... 341
Winter driving........... 404
Maintenance and servicing........... 409
Cleaning and care of the vehicle........... 416
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302 OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)
4
\3 The first 1000 miles (1500 km) You will find detailed information about
operating, maintaining and caring for
your vehicle in the “Operation” section.
If you treat the engine with sufficient
care from the very start, it will reward
you with excellent performance for a
very long time afterward.
\4
You should therefore drive at varying
road and engine speeds for the first
1 000 miles (1 500 km).
\4
Avoid heavy loads during this time,
e.g. driving at full throttle. Do not ex-
ceed 2/3 of the maximum permissible
engine speed for each gear.
\4
Avoid depressing the accelerator
pedal in vehicles beyond the pres-
sure point (kickdown).
\4
Do not downshift manually in order
to brake.
\4
Only use shift ranges
4, 3, 2 and
1
for slow driving, e.g. in mountainous
terrain.
After 1 000 miles (1 500 km), you may
gradually bring the vehicle up to full road
and engine speeds.
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310 OperationDriving tips
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If possible, do not brake abruptly, but
rather engage the brake slightly at first
to permit the trailer to activate its brake.
Then increase the braking force.Warning
G
Take into consideration that when towing
a trailer, the handling characteristics are
different and less stable from those when
operating the vehicle without a trailer.
It is important to avoid sudden maneu-
vers. Sudden maneuvers may lead to loss
of control over the vehicle-trailer combi-
nation. This could cause an accident re-
sulting in property damage or injury to
you or others.
!
CAUTION
If the transmission hunts between
gears on inclines, manually shift to a
lower gear (select
"4", "3", "2"
or
"1"). A lower gear and reduction
of speed reduces the chance of the
engine overloading and / or over-
heating.
When going down a long hill, shift
into a lower gear and use the en-
gine’s braking effect. Avoid riding the
brakes, thus overheating the vehicle
and trailer brakes.
If the engine coolant rises to an ex-
tremely high temperature (coolant tem-
perature needle approaching the red
zone) when the air conditioner is on,
turn off the air conditioner. Engine cool-
ant heat can be additionally vented by
opening the windows, switching the cli-
mate control fan speed to high and set-
ting the temperature control to the
maximum hot position.
Extreme care must be exercised since
your vehicle with a trailer will require ad-
ditional passing distance ahead than
when driving without a trailer. Because
your vehicle and trailer is longer than
your vehicle alone, you will also need to
go much farther ahead of the passed ve-
hicle before you can return to your lane.
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311 Operation
Driving tips
4
If you plan to operate your vehicle in for-
eign countries, please be aware that:\4
service facilities or replacement
parts may not be readily available,
\4
unleaded gasoline for vehicles with
catalytic converters may not be
available; the use of leaded fuels will
damage the catalysts,
\4
gasoline may have a considerably
lower octane rating, and improper
fuel can cause engine damage.
You will find information about
gasoline / diesel in the “Technical data”
section (
\2
page 610).You can permanently limit the maximum
speed of your vehicle to 75 mph
(120 km/h).
The manufacturer recommends that you
have the maximum speed programmed
at an authorized Sprinter Dealer. This
has the necessary specialist knowledge
and tools to carry out the required work.
Operating the vehicle outside the
USA or Canada
iIf you are traveling in countries
where vehicles are driven on the op-
posite side of the road to that in
which the vehicle is registered, you
must have the headlamps:\4
partially masked (halogen head-
lamps)
\4
switched over (bi-xenon head-
lamps)
Relevant information can be ob-
tained at an authorized Sprinter Deal-
er.
Programmed maximum speed
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312 OperationDriving tips
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You will find information about the
speed limit for your tires under “Tires
and wheels” in this section
(\2
page 383).
Check regularly, e.g. weekly or when re-
fueling:
\4
the vehicle lighting
\4
the condition of the tires
(\2
page 346) and the tire pressures
(
\2
page 361)
\4
the engine oil level (
\2
page 322)
\4
the brake fluid level (
\2
page 331)
\4
the fluid level in the windshield wash-
er system / headlamp cleaning sys-
tem reservoir (
\2
page 333)
\4
the contamination level of the rear
air-conditioning air cleaner
(\2
page 414)
Your vehicle is equipped with monolith-
ic-type catalytic converters, an impor-
tant element in conjunction with the
oxygen sensors to achieve substantial
control of the pollutants in the exhaust
emissions. Keep your vehicle in proper
operating condition by following our rec-
ommended maintenance instructions as
outlined in your Service Booklet.
Warning
G
Exceeding the permissible maximum
speed can cause tire damage, which
could lead to loss of control of the vehi-
cle.
As the driver, you must find out about the
maximum speed of the vehicle and the re-
sulting permissible maximum speed of
the tires (tire and tire pressure).
Never exceed the speed limit for your
tires under any circumstances
(\2page 383).
Regular checks
Catalytic converter (gasoline engine)
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313 Operation
Driving tips
4
Your vehicle is equipped with an oxida-
tion catalyst, an important element in
conjunction with the oxygen sensors to
achieve substantial control of the pollut-
ants in the exhaust emissions. Keep
your vehicle in proper operating condi-
tion by following our recommended
maintenance instructions as outlined in
your Service Booklet.
!
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the catalytic
converters, only use premium un-
leaded gasoline in this vehicle.
Any noticeable irregularities in en-
gine operation should be repaired
promptly.
Otherwise, excessive unburned fuel
may reach the catalytic converter,
causing it to overheat and potentially
start a fire.
Warning
G
As with any vehicle, do not idle, park or
operate this vehicle in areas where com-
bustible materials such as grass, hay, or
leaves can come into contact with the hot
exhaust system, as these materials could
be ignited and cause a vehicle fire.
Oxidation catalyst (diesel engine)
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