and/or anticorrosion/antifreeze products
other than those approved for your vehicle
are being used. You can find coolant
instructions under the "Coolant" section of
the vehicle Operator's Manual. Contact an
authorized Sprinter Dealer for a list of anti-
corrosion/antifreeze products that are
approved for your vehicle. Wear parts
The maintenance computer recommends the
inspection of certain wear parts, however, it
cannot judge the condition of these wear
parts. Only qualified aftersales technicians
can determine if a wear part should be
replaced. Regular checks
In addition to the maintenance service, you
should also perform regular checks on the
following (e.g. weekly, when refueling, or
before any long journey):
R Oil level –Depending on the vehicle equip-
ment, check the oil level of the engine using
either the oil dipstick or using the control
system via the multifunction steering
wheel/multifunction display. Refer to the
Operator's Manual for more information on
measuring the engine oil level.
R Coolant level – The correct procedure for
checking the coolant level is described in
the Operator's Manual.
R Brake fluid level –If the brake fluid has to
be refilled, visit an authorized Sprinter
Dealer and have the cause determined, e.g.
leakage or worn brake pads.
R Windshield washer system – If the
washer fluid level falls below 1/3 full, the
warning lamp for the washer fluid level
lights up. Add washer fluid mixed with an
approved windshield washer concentrate,
test function and check wiper blades. R
Lighting system
R Tire condition and tire pressure –Check
at least once a month. Refer to the "Tires
and Wheels" section in the Operator's Man-
ual for guidelines and the correct proce-
dure for checking the tire condition and tire
pressure. Notes on the warranty
An extensive and well-equipped network of
authorized Sprinter Dealers is available to
carry out maintenance work. Your authorized
Sprinter Dealer can ensure that your vehicle
is thoroughly serviced and repaired by pro-
fessionals.
Please see the Service and Warranty Infor-
mation Booklet for detailed information on
warranty terms and coverage.
Please follow the maintenance instruc-
tions in this Maintenance Booklet, even if
you allow a third party to use the vehicle
and entrust them with care of the vehicle.
Only in this way will you be able to ensure
that your warranty rights are not affected.
Service, replacement, or repair of the
emission control devices and systems
can be performed by any automotive
repair establishment or individual using
certified parts.
We strongly recommend that any mainte-
nance work on your vehicle is carried out
by your authorized Sprinter Dealer which
is fully equipped to perform this service.
Please note that special instructions and spe-
cial measuring devices are required for serv-
icing the engines in order to comply with legal
requirements concerning exhaust emissions.
Modifying or tampering with emissions com-
ponents is not permissible. Your authorized
Sprinter Dealer is familiar with the relevant
regulations. 6
IntroductionMaintenance Booklet
Description of maintenance work
Oil service plus/maintenance service Oil service
plus Maintenance
service Check by service advisor
Check vehicle for corrosion, accident and paint dam-
age
^ ^
Brake test
^ ^
Oil service
Engine: oil and filter change
^ ^
Lubrication work
Lubricating the trailer hitch
^
Lubricate the hinges on the rear door
^
Maintenance
Check function and condition
Indicators, indicator lamps
^
Headlamps, exterior lighting
^
Windshield wipers, rear windshield wiper, windshield
washer system, headlamp cleaning system
^
Front and rear seat belts, seat belt buckles, seat belt
buckle extensions
^ ^
Integrity test and condition check
Observe line routing and chafing.
If there is fluid loss, determine the cause and remedy
it
All assemblies: engine, transmission, transfer case,
axles, steering, power steering pump, brakes
^ ^
All lines, hoses and sensor cables
^ ^
All reservoirs, shock absorbers, front axle joints, cov-
ers, sleeves, dust caps
^ ^
Supplementary rubber springs
^ ^
Steering mechanism: tie rod, steering lever, rubber
sleeves, dust caps
^ ^Maintenance service
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