2013 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER remote control

Automatic transmission
emergency mode
...............................141
Auxiliary heating Activating/deactivating heater
booster mode ................................ 125
Conditions for switching on ...........119
Important safety notes ..................118
Operating with the button (control
panel) ............................................ 119
Operation with the remote control .121
Operation with the timer ................122
Problem (malfunction) ...................128
Selecting a switch-on time ............. 119
Setting the switch-on time .............120
see Auxiliary heating
Axle load, permissible (trailer
towing) ............................................... 329B
Backup lamps Changing bulbs ........................ 99, 101
Backup lamps (Chassis Cab)
Changing bulbs .............................. 100
BAS (Brake Assist System)
Display message ............................ 198
Function/notes ................................ 56
Indicator lamp ................................ 210
Basic settings
see Settings
Battery
Isolating switch .............................. 132
Replacing (SmartKey) ................66, 67
Battery (SmartKey)
Checking .......................................... 66
Important safety notes ....................66
Replacing ................................... 66, 67
Battery (vehicle)
Care ............................................... 255
Charge indicator lamp ...................214
Charging ........................................ 254
Disconnecting and connecting
(driver's footwell) ........................... 251
Disconnecting and connecting
(engine compartment) ...................253
Display message ............................ 208
Important safety notes ..................250Installing/removing (driver's
footwell) ......................................... 252
Installing/removing (engine
compartment)
................................ 254
Jump starting ................................. 267
Location ......................................... 250
Removing/installing the floor
covering (driver's footwell) ............251
Belt
see Seat belts
Bio-diesel ........................................... 317
Bleeding the fuel system ..................137
Bodies Body/equipment mounting
directives for trucks .........................28
Bottle holder ...................................... 227
see Cuph older
Brake
EBD .................................................. 57
Brake Assist System
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Brake fluid
Checking the level .........................245
Display message ............................ 199
Notes .................................... .245, 324
Warning lamp ................................. 211
Brake force distribution,
electronic
see EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Brake lamps
Changing bulbs ........................ 99, 101
Brake lamps (Chassis Cab)
Changing bulbs .............................. 100
Brake linings
Display message ............................ 199
Indicator lamp ................................ 214
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 56
Applying the parking brake ............146
BAS .................................................. 56
Brake fluid (notes) .................245, 324
Checking brake fluid leve l.............. 245
Display messages ..........................199
Driving tips .................................... 150
Important safety notes ..................150
Maintenance .................................. 210
Parking brake (notes) ..................... 151 Index
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Rear compartment
Activating/deactivating climate
control ........................................... 112
Setting the airv ents...................... 118
Rear-compartment air-
conditioning system
see Climate control
Rear-compartment heating
see Climate control
Rear door
Child-proof locks .............................. 55
Important safety notes ....................73
Opening/closing .............................. 73
Rear fog lamp
Changing bulbs ........................ 99, 101
Switching on/off .............................. 91
Rear fog lamp (Chassis Cab)
Changing bulbs .............................. 100
Rear interior light
Changing bulbs .............................. 102
Rear lamps
see Lights
Rear rack
Notes ............................................. 236
Rear view camera .............................. 161
Aspect ratio menu .........................165
Brightnes ssubmenu ...................... 164
Cleaning instructions .....................259
Color submenu .............................. 165
Contrast submenu .........................165
Default settings menu .................... 166
Display menu ................................. 164
Illumination submenu ....................164
Important safety notes ..................161
Mai nm enu .................................... .163
Menu language menu ....................166
Monitor menu ................................ 163
Problem (malfunction) ...................167
Standard menu .............................. 165
Switching off the monitor while
driving ............................................ 162
Switching on .................................. 161
Switching the monitor on/off ........162
Tint (color balance) submenu ......... 165
Rear-view mirror
Anti-glare mode ............................... 86Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ...................116
Switching on/off ........................... 116
Rear window wiper ...........................104
Refilling DEF filler neck ............................... 144
Important safety notes (Diesel
Exhaus tFluid –DEF) ...................... 143
Refilling procedure (Diesel
Exhaus tFluid –DEF) ...................... 144
Refrigerant ......................................... 326
Refueling Fuel filler fla p................................. 142
Fuel gauge ..................................... 177
Important safety notes (fuel) .........142
Refueling procedure (fuel) .............142
see Fuel
Releasing the parking lock
manually (automatic
transmission) ..................................... 141
Remote control Changing the operating duration
(auxiliary heating) .......................... 122
Replacing the battery (auxiliary
heating )........................................ 126
Switching on/off (auxiliary
heating) ......................................... 121
Synchronizing (auxiliary heating) ...122
Replacing the battery (auxiliary
heating remote control) .................... 126
Reporting safety defects ....................29
Reserve (fuel tank) see Fuel
Restraint system
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Reverse warning feature ..................136
Roof carrier Maximum payloa d.......................... 327
Note s............................................. 236
Roof load (roof carrier) .....................327 Index
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Your registratio
ndata is no tstored if:
R you did not purchase your vehicle at an
authorized Sprinte rDealer.
R your vehicle has never been inspected at
an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
It is advisable to register your vehicle with an
authorized Sprinter Dealer. Please infor mus
as soon as possible about any change of
address or vehicle ownership. Operating safety
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Exhaust fumes, some of its constituents, and
certain vehicle components contain or emit
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other
heritable genetic damage.
In addition, certain fluid scontained in
vehicles, and certain products that are used
as components, contain chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other heritable genetic
damage.
Air bags and pyrotechnic Emergency
Tensioning Devices (ETDs) and remote
control batteries contain perchlorate
material, which may require special handling
and regard for the environment. Check with
your local government's disposal guidelines.
In California, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/
HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/ index.cfm. G
WARNING
If you do not have the prescribed service/
maintenance work or any required repairs
carried out, this can result in malfunctions or
system failures. There is a risk of an accident.
Always have the prescribed service/
maintenance work as well as any required
repairs carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop. G
WARNING
Modifications to electronic components, their
software as well as wiring can impair their
function and/or the function of other
networked components. In particular,
systems relevant to safety could also be
affected. As a result, these may no longer
function as intended and/or jeopardize the
operating safety of the vehicle. There is an
increased risk of an accident and injury.
Never tamper with the wiring as well as
electronic components or their software. You
should have all work to electrical and
electronic equipment carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop. G
WARNING
Flammable materials, e.g. leaves, grass or
branches, may ignite if they come into contact
with hot parts of the exhaust system for
extended periods. There is arisk of fire.
When driving off-road or on unpaved surfaces,
chec kthe underside of the vehicle at regular
intervals. In particular, remove any trapped
parts of plants or other flammable material. If
there is any damage, inform a qualified
specialist workshop.
The general operating permit for your vehicle
could be rendered invalid If you carry out
modifications to electronic components,
their software as well as wiring.
Driving off-road or on construction sites
increases the possibility of vehicle damage
which may in turn lead to the failure of certain
assemblies and systems.
There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
R the vehicle makes contact with the ground,
e.g. on a high curb or a loose road surface
R you drive too quickly over an obstacle, e.g.
a curb or a pothole
R a heavy object hits the underbody or
chassis component
In these or similar situations, the vehicle
body, the underbody, chassis components,
wheels or tires could be damaged even if this 24
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sure to explicitly point out the risks
described here.
R Only vehicle occupants who know how to
use the emergency exit window are
permitted to sit next to it.
R Access to the emergency exit window must
remain unobstructed. Do not place any
large or heavy objects on or in front of the
seats next to the emergency exit window.
R The window handles must not be used as
hooks, e.g. to hang up light objects, bags
or items of clothing.
R When exiting the vehicle through the
emergency exit window, pay attention to
the vehicle height and the local conditions.
Particularly children and smaller adults
may require assistance when exiting the
vehicle. Theft deterrent locking system
Immobilizer
X To activate: remove the key from the
ignition lock.
X To deactivate: turn the key to position 2
in the ignition lock.
The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from
being started without the correct key.
Always take the key with you and lock the
vehicle when leaving the vehicle. If you leave
the key in the vehicle, anyone can start the
engine.
i The immobilizer is always deactivated
when you start the engine.
In the event that the engine cannot be
started when the starter battery is fully
charged, the immobilizer may be faulty.
Contact an authorized Sprinter dealeror
call 1-877-762-8267 (in USA) or
1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
X To arm: close all doors.
X Lock the vehicle with the key.
The indicator lamp in the central locking
button (Y page 69) flashes.
X To deactivate: unlock the vehicle with the
key.
The indicator lamp in the central locking
button (Y page 69) goes out.
i Cargo Van and Crew Van only:
Unless you ope nadoor or the tailgate
within 40 seconds after unlocking the
vehicle:
R the vehicle will be locked again
R the anti-thef talarm system will be armed
again
If the alarm system is armed, a visual and
audible alarm is triggered by the following:
R Unlocking the vehicle fro minside
R Opening a door
R Opening the hood
i The alar mis not switched off, even if you
immediately close the open door that has
triggered it, for example.
X To stop the alarm: press the0009button
on the remote control.
Or
X Insert the key into the ignition lock.
The alarm stops. Tow-away alarm
Operation Av
isual and audible alarm is triggered if the
inclination of the vehicle changes when the
tow-away alarm is armed. This can be the
case if the vehicle is raised on one side, for
example. 60
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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). Key
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
Activate the child-proof door locks if children
are traveling in the vehicle. The children could
otherwise open the doors while the vehicle is
in motion, injuring themselves and others. G
WARNING
Do not leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle, even if they are secured in a child
restraint system .Children could otherwise
injure themselves on parts of the vehicle.
They could be severely or even fatally injured
by prolonged exposure to intense heat or
cold.
If children open a door, they could:
R injure other people
R get out of the vehicle and thereby injure
themselves or be injured by a passing
vehicle
R severely injure themselves by falling down,
in particular due to the vehicle height
Always take the key with you when leaving the
vehicle, even if you are only leaving for a short
time. G
WARNING
If you attach heavy or large objects to the
SmartKey, the SmartKey could be unintentionally turned in the ignition lock. This
could cause the engine to be switched off.
There is a risk of an accident.
Do not attach any heavy or large objects to
the SmartKey. Remove any bulky keyrings
before inserting the SmartKey into the
ignition lock.
Do not keep the key with remote control:
R with electronic devices, e.g. a mobile
phone or another key with remote control
R with metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal
foil
R in metallic objects, e.g. metal cases
This can affect the key's functionality. Key functions of the remote control
General notes The vehicle is equipped with either
2or
4 remote controls with a folding key, or 4
mechanical keys. In this Operator's Manual,
both the mechanical keys and the keys with
remote control are referred to as keys. The
remote control key has a range of up to
32 ft (10 m). Use the remote control of the
key only whe ninimmediate proximity of the
vehicle. This prevents theft.
Remote controls that are not included in the
scope of delivery for the vehicle must be
programmed before use. Further information
can be obtained at any authorized Sprinter
Dealer.
The key's remote control locks/unlocks the
driver's door and/or the following centrally if
the factory settings have not been changed:
R the driver's and the co-driver's door
R the sliding doors
R the rear doors
i If the driver's or co-driver's door is not
closed, the corresponding door is not
locked. If a sliding door or a rear door is not
closed properly, none of the rear doors are
locked. 64
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If there is a key is in the ignition lock, the
remote control is inoperative. When locking
or unlocking the vehicle with the remote
control, always pay attention to the indicator
lamp signaling. Also check the locking knobs
of the doors.
Unlocking/locking the vehicle with the
remote control Remote control with an integrated folding key
0005 0002 To unlock the sliding doors and the
rear door
0006 0009 To unlock the driver's door only or
unlock the vehicle centrally
0026 0008 To lock the vehicle centrally
0025 Key release button
0023 Battery check lamp
X To unlock the driver's door: press the
0009 button.
The turn signals flash once. The theft
deterrent locking system is deactivated.
X To unlockt he sliding doors and the rear
door: press the 0002button.
The turn signals flash once.
X To unlock centrally: unlock the driver's
door.
X Press the 0009button again within
2s econds.
The turn signals flash once.
i If the surround lighting has been switched
on using the on-board computer
(Y page 187), it goes on when the vehicle
is unlocked. If you do not open a Cargo Van or
Passenger Van within approximately
40 seconds of unlocking:
R
the vehicle is locked again.
R the theft deterrent locking system is
armed again.
X To lock centrally: press the0008button.
The indicator lamps flash three times when
the thef tdeterrent locking system has been
armed and all doors have been closed.
X Check the locking knobs on all the doors.
The locking knobs must all be in the
lowered position.
Unlocking/locking the vehicle with the
mechanical key or the folding key The anti-thef
talarm system (ATA) is triggered
if you unloc kand open the driver's door or the
rea rdoor with the mechanical key or the
folding key.
The alarm can be disabled in the following two
ways:
X Press the 0009or0008 button on the
remote control.
Or
X Insert the key into the ignition lock. Key
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Driver's door
Rear door
0008
Locked
0009 Unlocked
X To unlock the driver' sor rear door: press
the key release button on the remote
control.
The key folds out.
X Insert the key fully into the door lock and
turn it to position 0009.
The door is unlocked.
X To lock the vehicle: lock all doors except
the driver's door and, if necessary the rear
door, fro minside .To do this, press down
the door locking buttons.
X Press the key release button on the remote
control.
The key folds out.
X Insert the key fully into the driver's door
lock and turn it to position 0008.
The driver's door is locked. Remote control battery
Important safety notes G
WARNING
Batteries contain toxic and corrosive
substances. If batteries are swallowed, it can
result in severe health problems. There is a
risk of fatal injury.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If
a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention
immediately. H
Environmental note Batteries contain dangerous
substances. It is against the
law to dispose of them with
the household rubbish. They
must be collected separately
and recycled to protect the
environment.
Dispose of batteries in an
environmentally friendly
manner
.Take discharged
batteries to a qualified
specialist workshop or a
special collectio npoint for
used batteries.
The key batteries contain perchlorate
material, which may require special handling
and regard for the environment. Check with
your local government’s disposal guidelines.
California residents, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/
HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/
index.cfm.
We recommend that you have batteries
changed at a qualified specialist workshop.
Checking the batteries X
Press the 0009or0008 button for longer
than two seconds.
If battery indicator lamp (Y page 64) lights
up briefly, the batteries in the remote
control still have sufficient charge. 66
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Otherwise, change the batteries
immediately.
i If the remote control is checked within the
signal reception range of the vehicle,
pressing the 0008or0009 button:
R lock or
R unlock the vehicle
Changing batteries You need a CR 2025
23Vcell battery, which
can be obtained from any qualified specialist
workshop.
When changing the batteries, do not press
any of the buttons on the remote control. X
Press release button 0006.
The key folds out.
X Remove battery compartment cover 0005in
the direction of the arrow. X
Remove the batteries from the battery tray.
X Insert the new batteries into the battery
tray with the positive pole facing upwards.
Use a lint-free cloth to do so. X
Align battery compartment cover 0005and
push it on until it audibly engages.
X Check the function of all the remote control
buttons on the vehicle. Key
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