2008 DODGE SPRINTER key

506 Practical hintsDisplay messages
5
.
Trailer tail lamp
A trailer tail lamp or license plate lamp is
malfunctioning.
\1Change the bulb as soon as possible.
Switch off lights
You have forgotten to switch off the lights
when leaving the vehicle.
\1Switch off the lights.
Lights on auto-
matic.
Remove key
Automatic headlamp mode is active
(\2page 132). The key is in the ignition lock
and the driver’s door is open.
\1Remove the key.
I
Replace key
Visit
workshop
The authorization to drive must be checked.
\1Visit an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Display symbol
Display message
Possible cause / result
Possible solution
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523 Practical hints
Where will I find...?
5
1Trim
2Cover cap\1
Remove cover cap
2
from trim
1
.
3Opening
4Emergency operation key\1
Take emergency operation key
4

from the vehicle document wallet in
the glove box.
\1
Insert emergency operation key
4

into opening
3
of the drive.
\1
Open or close the sliding sunroof by
turning it in the appropriate direc-
tion.
\1
Pull out emergency operation key
4

and place it in the vehicle document
wallet.
\1
Clip cover cap
2
back on.
\1
With the ignition switched on
(\2
page 111), press and hold the
sliding sunroof switch (
\2
page 246)
forward or backward for 45 seconds
to reset the electronics.
\1
Reset the sliding sunroof
(\2
page 247). N77.20-2041-31
N77.20-2040-31
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539 Practical hints
Changing the batteries
5
\3 Changing the batteriesIf the remote control batteries (remote
keyless entry) are discharged, you will
only be able to lock and unlock the vehi-
cle manually using the key.
If the batteries in the auxiliary heating
remote control are discharged, you will
only be able to switch the auxiliary heat-
ing on or off using the auxiliary heating /
heater booster switch inside the vehicle
(\2
page 238).
It is advisable to have the batteries
changed at an authorized Sprinter Deal-
er.
Warning
G
Keep batteries away from children.
Consult a doctor immediately if a battery
is swallowed.
Dispose of used batteries in an environ-
mentally responsible manner.
Danger of explosion if the battery is not
correctly replaced.
Replacements should always be either of
the same type or one which has been rec-
ommended by the manufacturer.
Environmental note
H
Batteries contain materials that can harm
the environment if disposed of improper-
ly. Recycling of batteries is the preferred
method of disposal. Many states require
sellers of batteries to accept old batteries
for recycling.
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540 Practical hintsChanging the batteries
5
You need two CR 2025 3 V cell batteries
or equivalent.
Do not touch the battery contact surfac-
es.
1Battery cover
2Release button for mechaniocal key\1
Release the mechanical key by
pressing the release button
2
.
\1
Remove the battery cover
1
.
iAlways replace all the batteries at
the same time. Suitable batteries are
available from an authorized Sprinter
Dealer. You can also have the batter-
ies changed there and return used
batteries.
Remote control
(remote keyless entry)iWhen inserting the batteries, make
sure that they are clean and lint-free.!
CAUTION
Do not operate the remote control
while the battery is being replaced.
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541 Practical hints
Changing the batteries
5
\1
Remove the battery and install a new
one (note correct polarity; positive
terminal up).
\1
Press battery cover
1
until it snaps
into place.
\1
Check the function of all remote con-
trol buttons on vehicle.You need three Micro / AAA / LR03 bat-
teries or equivalent.
1Battery cover
2Batteries
\1
Remove battery cover
1
using a
suitable implement, for example a
key, and put it to one side.
\1
Remove old batteries
2
.
\1
Insert three new batteries
2
. Ob-
serve the plus and minus signs in the
remote control.
\1
Slide battery cover
1
onto the re-
mote control as illustrated.
\1
Check the auxiliary heating functions
on the vehicle using the remote control.
Auxiliary heating remote control*
N83.00-2062-31
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543 Practical hints
Fuel system
5
\1
Switch off the engine and open the
hood (
\2
page 318).
\1
Place a suitable container under
drain hose
1
.
\1
Switch on the ignition (
\2
page 111).
\1
Unscrew drain plug
2
immediately
one turn or until liquid flows out of
drain hose
1
.
\1
Make sure that the liquid flows into
the container under drain hose
1
.
\1
Close drain plug
2
as soon as ap-
proximately 0.2 US qt (0.2 l) of liquid
has been collected.
\1
When you have drained the fuel filter
with water separator, turn the key
back to position
0 in the ignition lock
(
\2
page 111).
\1
Dispose of the collected liquid in an
environmentally responsible man-
ner.
iThe electric fuel delivery pump stops
the flow of liquid automatically after
30 seconds.
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545 Practical hints
Replacing the wiper blades
5
\3 Replacing the wiper blades
\1
Apply the handbrake (
\2
page 191).
1Wiper blade
2Retaining clips
3Wiper arm\1
Fold the wiper arms away from the
windshield.
!
CAUTION
Do not open the hood while the wiper
arms are folded away from the wind-
shield. You would damage the hood
and the wiper arms.
Do not fold the wiper arms onto the
windshield without wiper blades be-
ing attached. You could scratch the
windshield.
For your own convenience, have this
work carried out at an authorized
Sprinter Dealer.
Removing the wiper bladesWarning
G
When the windshield wipers are set to in-
termittent wipe or the rain sensor is ac-
tive, the windshield wipers could move at
any time and injure yourself or others
upon contact with them.
Always remove the key from the ignition
lock before replacing the wiper blades.
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570 Practical hintsFlat tire
5
After filling with tire sealant
\1
Turn the pressure release screw on
pressure gauge
5
counterclock-
wise and bleed the system.
\1
Turn the key to position
0 in the igni-
tion lock (
\2
page 111).
\1
Pull the electric air pump connector
out of the 12 V socket.
\1
Store the electric air pump, tire seal-
ant bottle
8
with valve core
extractor
c
and, if used, the warn-
ing triangle and hazard warning
lamps inside the vehicle.
\1
Unscrew and remove angle bracket 2
from valve
7
on tire sealant bot-
tle
8
and screw the valve cap onto
the valve.
\1
Pull away immediately.This enables the tire sealant to dis-
tribute inside the tire and create a
more effective seal.
\1
Stop after about 3 minutes and
check the tire pressure using the
electric air pump, for example.
Warning
G
Do not exceed the maximum speed of
50 mph (80 km/h).
The "max. 50 mph (80 km/h)" sticker
must be affixed within the driver's field of
vision.
The vehicle’s handling characteristics
may be affected.
iYou must connect the angle bracket
on hose
3
of the electric air pump
directly to the tire valve on the tire.
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