2013 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER turn signal

Useful information
This Operator's Manual describes all models
as well as standard and optional equipment
of your vehicle that were available at the time
of going to print. Country-specific variations
are possible. Note that your vehicle may not
be equipped with all of the described
functions. This also applies to systems and
functions relevant to safety.
Read the information on qualified specialist
workshops (Y page 26). Exterior lighting
Important safety notes
For reasons of safety, we recommend that
you drive with the lights switched on even
during the daytime. There may be differences
in operation due to legal requirements and
voluntary recommendations in some
countries. Lamp failure indicator
The bulb failure indicator is only an aid. You
are responsible for the proper functioning of
the vehicle lighting. Insufficient or non-
functioning vehicle lightin gputs the operating
safety of the vehicle at risk.
For this reason, check the condition and
function of your vehicle's lighting system and,
if necessary, that of the trailer before each
journey.
The bulb failure indicator monitors all of the
exterio rlighting lamps, except the perimeter
lamp and the trailer lighting. If a bulb fails,
either the 0002(Ypage 34) indicator lamp
lights up, or you will see a corresponding
message in the display (Y page 201).
i Depending on the equipment, the bulb
failure indicator can fail for all lamps with
the exceptio nofthe turn signal lamps. Light switch
Operation 00080007
Automatic headlamp mode
0009000C Lights off/daytime running lamp
mode
000A000B Parking lamps, license plate and
instrumentl ighting
000E0004 Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
000F0005 Fog lamps
00100007 Rear fog lamp
If you hear a warning tone when you leave the
vehicle, the lights may still be switched on.
X Turn the light switch to 000Cor0007.
Or
X If the rear fog lamp is switched on: press
the light switch in to the stop.
The tur nsignals, high-beam headlamps and
the high-beam flasher are operated using the
combination switch (Y page 92).
Low-beam headlamps X
To switch on: turnthe key to position 2in
the ignition lock or start the engine.
X Turn the light switch to position 0004.
The 0004 indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up.
X To switch off: turn the light switch to
000C. 90
Exterior lightingLights and windshield wipers

X
Turn the ignition key to position 2in the
ignition lock or start the engine.
X Turn the light switch to 0004or000B.
i If your vehicle is only equipped with one
rear fog lamp, you must turn the light
switch to 0004.
i When the light switch is set to 0007, you
cannot switch on the front or rear fog
lamps.
X To switch on the front fog lamps: pull the
light switch out to the first locking point.
The green 0005indicator lamp on the light
switch lights up.
X To switch on the rear fog lamp: pull the
light switch out to the second locking point.
The yellow 0007indicator lamp on the light
switch lights up.
X To switch off the front fog lamps/rear
fog lamp: push in the light switch to the
stop.
The 0007 and0005 indicator lamp on the
light switch go out. Combination switch
Turn signal lamps 0005
To indicate a right turn
0006 To indicate a left turn X
To indicate: press the combination switch
in desired direction 0005or0006 until it
engages.
The combination switch automatically
returns to its original position after large
steering movements.
X To indicate briefly: press the combination
switch briefly in desired direction 0005
or 0006.
The corresponding turn signal flashes three
times.
High-beam headlamps and high-beam
flasher 0005
High-beam headlamps
0006 High-beam flasher
X To switch on the high-beam
headlamps: switch on the low-beam
headlamps (Y page 90).
X Press combination switch 0005forwards.
The 0003 indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up.
i In the 0007position, the high-beam
headlamps are only switched on when it is
dark and the engine is running.
X To switch off the high-beam
headlamps: move the combination switch
back to its normal position.
The 0003 indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster goes out. 92
Exterior lightingLights and windshield wipers

X
To operate the high-beam flasher: turn
the key to position 1or 2in the ignition
lock.
X Pull the combinatio nswitch briefly in
directio nofarrow0006. Headlamp range adjustment
The headlamp range control is used to adapt
the downward angle of the headlamp beams
in accordance with the loadony our vehicle.
The cone of light from the headlamps changes
if seats are occupied or if the cargo
compartment is being loaded or unloaded.
This can impair visibility and cause glare to
oncoming traffic.
You can only adjust the headlamp range while
the engine is running.
X Turn headlamp range control 0005to the
corresponding position. The road ahead
should be lit up for 40 mto 100 mand the
low-bea mheadlamps should not cause
glare to oncoming traffic.
Select position 0011if the vehicle is unladen. Cornering light function (vehicles
with Bi-Xenon headlamps)
The cornering lamps improve the illumination
of the road over a wide angle in the direction
you are turning, enabling better visibility in
tight bends, for example. The cornering light function switches on
automatically, if:
R
you are traveling at a speed of less than
25 mph (40 km/h) and you switch on the
turn signals or turn the steering wheel.
R you are driving at speeds between
25mph (40 km/h) and43 mph (70 km/h)
and turn the steering wheel
The cornering lamp may remain lit for a short
time, but is automatically switched off after
no more than 3 minutes. Hazard warning lamps
G
WARNING
The rear exterior light will be covered if you:
R open the rear doors by 90°
R open the rear dropside.
The vehicle will then be difficult for other road
users to see or will not be seen by them at all,
particularly if it is dark or visibility is poor.
There is a risk of an accident.
You should therefore ensure in this and
similar situations that the vehicle is visible
from the rear in accordance with the relevant
national regulations, by using the warning
triangle, for instance. Hazard warning lamp switch
X
To switch on/off: press the0011hazard
warning lamp switch.
If you have indicated a turn while the hazard
warning lamps are switched on, only the turn Exterior lighting
93Lights and windshield wipers Z

correctly at all times. Have the headlamp
setting checked regularly.
R Always switch off the vehicle's lighting
system before changing a bulb.
This will prevent a short circuit.
R Do not touch the glass tube of new bulbs
with your bare hands. Always use a clean,
lint-free cloth or only touch the base of the
bulb when installing.
Even minor contamination can burn into
the glass surface and reduce the service life
of the bulbs.
R Do not use a bulb that has bee ndropped or
that has scratches on its glass tube.
The bulb could may explode.
R Only use bulbs in closed lamps which have
been designed for this purpose.
R Only use spare bulbs of the same type and
with the prescribed voltage
R Protect the bulbs from moisture when in
use.
If the new bulb still does not light up, consult
a qualified specialist workshop.
R Have the LEDs and bulbs of the following
lamps changed at a qualified specialist
workshop:
- the additional turn signals in the exterior
mirrors
- the high-mounted brake lamp
- the Bi-Xenon bulbs
- front fog lamps
If you require assistance changing bulbs,
consult a qualified specialist workshop. Fron
tbulbs
Overview of bulb types Lights Bulb type
0005
Additional turn signal
lamps in the exterior
mirrors PY 16 W
0006
Turn signal lamps PY 21 W
0026
Halogen headlamps:
low-bea mheadlamps H7 55 W
Bi-Xenon headlamps:
low-beam/high-beam
headlamps D1S–35 W
0025
Halogen headlamps:
high-beam headlamps H7 55 W
Cornering lamps H7 55 W
0023
Fog lamps H11 55 W
0024
Parking lamps/
standing lamps WY 5 WChanging bulbs
97Lights and windshield wipers Z

Low-beam headlamps and high-beam
headlamps/cornering lamp
X
Switch off the lighting system.
X Open the hood (Y page 240).
X Press catches 0005down.
X Lif th ousing cover 0006in the direction of the
arrow and remove it. 0026
Connector for low-beam headlamps
0025 Connector for high-beam headlamps
(halogen headlamps)/cornering lamps
(Bi-Xenon headlamps)
X Remove corresponding connector 0026
or 0025 from the bulb.
X Detach the locking spring and remove the
bulb.
X Insert the new bulb in such a way that its
base fits into the recess of the bulb holder.
X Attach the locking spring and plug the
connector onto the bulb.
X Insert housing cover 0006into the lower
mounting points. X
Fold housing cover 0006against the
headlamp casing.
X Push catches 0005up until you feel them
engage.
X Close the hood.
Turn signal lamps X
Switch off the lighting system.
X Open the hood (Y page 240).
X Turn bulb holder 0005counter-clockwise and
remove it.
X Turn the bulb counter-clockwise, applying
slight pressure, and remove it from bulb
holder 0005.
X Press the new bulb into bulb holder 0005and
screw it in clockwise.
X Insert bulb holder 0005into the lamp and turn
it clockwise to tighten.
X Close the hood.
Parking lamps and standing lamps 98
Changing bulbsLights and windshiel
dwipers

X
Switch off the lighting system.
X Ope nthe hood (Y page 240).
X Turn housing cover 0005counter-clockwise
and remove it.
X Pull out the bulb holder with the bulb.
X Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder.
X Press a new bulb into the bulb holder.
X Insert the bulb holder into the lamp.
X Position housing cover 0005and turn it
clockwise as far as it will go.
X Close the hood. Rear bulbs (Cargo Van/Passenger
Van)
Overview of bulb types Lights Bulb type
0005
High-mounted brake
lamp LED
0006
Brake lamps P 21 W
0026
Turn signal lamps PY 21 W Lights Bulb type
0025
Tail lamps/standing
lamps R 5 W
0023
License plate lamp W 5 W
0024
Rear fog lamps (driver's
side) P 21 W
0018
Backup lamps P 21 W
Tail lamps
X
Switch off the lighting system.
X Open the rear door.
X Undo screws 0005and remove the rear lamp
lens in the direction of the arrow.
X Pull the connector off the bulb holder. Changing bulbs
99Lights and windshield wipers Z

0006
Retaining lugs
0026 Brake lamps
0025 Standing lamp/tail lamp
0023 Backup lamps
0024 Turn signal lamps
0018 Rear fog lamp
X Release retaining lugs 0006and take the bulb
holder out of the tail lamp.
X Applying ligh tpressure to the bulb, turn it
counter-clockwise and remove it from the
bulb holder.
X Press the new bulb into the bulb holder and
screw it in clockwise.
X Press the connector into the bulb holder.
X Insert the lamp lens.
To do this, clip the bulbh older into the three
holes provided at the side and tighten
screws 0005. License plate lamp X
Switch off the lighting system.
X Insert a screwdriver or similar implement
into recess 0006and carefully pry off lamp
lens 0005.
X Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder.
X Insert a new bulb.
X Align lamp lens 0005and clip it in so that it
engages. Rear bulbs (Cab Chassis)
Overview of bulb types Chassis (example: Chassis Cab)
Lights Bulb type
0005
Perimeter lamp/
standing lamp R 5 W
0006
Tail lamps R 5 W
0026
Brake lamps P 21 W
0025
Turn signal lamps PY 21 W100
Changing bulbsLights and windshiel
dwipers

Lights Bulb type
0023
Backup lamps P 21 W
0024
Rear fog lamps (driver's
side) P 21 W
0018
License plate lamp R 5 W
Tail lamps
0005
Screws
0006 Lamp lens
0026 Perimete rlamp/standing lamp
0025 Turn signal lamps
0023 Brake lamps
0024 Tail lamps
0018 Rear fog lamp
0019 License plate lamp
001A Backup lamps
X Switch off the lighting system.
X Undo screws 0005and remove lamp lens 0006.
X Applying light pressure to the bulb, tur nit
counter-clockwise and remove it from the
bulb holder.
X Press the new bulb into the bulb holder and
screw it in clockwise.
X Position lamp lens 0006and tighten
screws 0005. Additional lamps
Additional turn signal lamp on the roof Perimete
rlamp (Cab Chassis) Type of lamp: W
5W
X Switch off the lighting system.
X Undo screws 0005and remove the lamp unit.
X Turn bulb holder 0006and remove it.
X Remove the bulb from bulb holder 0006.
X Press the new bulb into bulb holder 0006.
X Screw bulb holder 0006into the lamp unit.
X Carefully position the lamp housing and
tighten screws 0005.
Courtes ylights Type of lamp: W
5W Changing bulbs
101Lights an dwindshield wipers Z