2014 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER brake light

Motion detector
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WARNING
The motion detector sends the invisible infra-
red radiation emitted by LEDs (light emitting
diodes).
These LEDs are classified as class 1M lasers
and can damage the retina if you:
R look directly into the unfiltered laser beam
of the motion detector for an extended
period
R look directly into the laser beam of the
motion detector using optical instruments,
e.g. eyeglasses or a magnifying glass.
There is a risk of injury.
Never look directly into the motion detector.
The cargo compartment lighting is also
switched on by the motion detector in the
cargo compartment of Cargo Vans equipped
with this feature.
If the motion detector detects a movement in
the cargo compartment when the vehicle is
stationary, the cargo compartment lighting
switches on for approximately two minutes.
The cargo compartment lighting can be
switched on by the motion detector within
four seconds if:
R the rear interior light switch (Y page 99) is
set to automatic control.
R the vehicle is stationary, the parking brake
is applied and the brake pedal is not being
depressed
Or
R the selector lever is in position Pon vehi-
cles with automatic transmission and the
brake pedal is not being depressed and
R the vehicle has not been locked from the
outside using the key
The motion detector switches off automati-
cally if no change is detected in the vehicle
for several hours, e.g. if a door is opened, if
the ignition key is turned, etc. This prevents
the battery from becoming discharged. Changing bulbs
Important safety notes
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DANGER
Xenon bulbs carry a high voltage. You can get
an electric shock if you remove the cover of
the Xenon bulb and touch the electrical con-
tacts. There is a risk of fatal injury.
Never touch the parts or the electrical con-
tacts of the Xenon bulb. Always have work on
the Xenon bulbs carried out at a qualified spe-
cialist workshop. G
WARNING
Bulbs, lamps and connectors can get very hot
when operating. If you change a bulb, you
could burn yourself on these components.
There is a risk of injury.
Allow these components to cool down before
changing a bulb.
! Make sure the bulbs are always securely
installed.
If your vehicle is equipped with Bi-Xenon
bulbs, you can recognize this by the following:
the cone of light from the Xenon bulbs moves
from the top to the bottom and back again
when you start the engine. For this to be
observed, the low-beam headlamps must be
switched on before starting the engine.
The bulbs and lamps are an essential compo-
nent of vehicle safety. You must therefore
make sure that these function correctly at all
times. Have the headlamp setting checked
regularly.
R Always switch off the vehicle's lighting sys-
tem 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. 100
Changing bulbsLights and windshield wipers

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Do not use a bulb that has been dropped 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, con-
sult a qualified specialist workshop. Front bulbs
Overview of bulb types Lights Bulb type
0043
Additional turn signal
lamp in the exterior mir-
ror (not for all-wheel-
drive vehicles) PY16W
P21W
0044
Halogen headlamps
Turn signal lamps
PY21W Lights Bulb type
Bi-Xenon headlamps
Turn signal lamps
NAK 3457
0087
Halogen headlamps
Navigation lights W5W
Low-beam/high-beam
headlamps H7 55 W
Bi-Xenon headlamps
Low-beam/high-beam
headlamps D3S–35 W
0085
Halogen headlamps
Daytime running lamps
W21W
Bi-Xenon headlamps
Cornering lamps
H7 55 W
0083
Fog lamps H7 55 W
0084
Bi-Xenon headlamps
LED daytime running
lamps
W5W 55 W
Low-beam headlamps and high-beam
headlamps/cornering lamp
X
Switch off the lighting system.
X Open the hood (Y page 250).
X Turn housing cover 0043in the direction of
the arrow and remove it. Changing bulbs
101Lights andwindshield wipers Z

Rear bulbs (Cargo Van/Passenger
Van)
Overview of bulb types Lights Bulb type
0043
High-mounted brake
lamp LED
0044
Brake lamps P 21 W
0087
Turn signal lamps PY 21 W
0085
Tail lamps/standing
lamps R 5 W
0083
License plate lamp W 5 W
0084
Rear fog lamps (driver's
side) P 21 W
006B
Backup lamps P 21 W Tail lamps
X
Switch off the lighting system.
X Open the rear door.
X Undo screws 0043and unclip the lamp lens
in the direction of the arrow.
X Pull the connector off the bulb holder. 0044
Retaining lugs
0087 Brake lamps
0085 Turn signal lamps
0083 Standing lamp/tail lamp
0084 Backup lamps
006B Rear fog lamp Changing bulbs
103Lights and windshield wipers Z

X
Release retaining lugs 0044and take the bulb
holder out of the tail lamp.
X Applying light pressure 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 bulb holder into the three
holes provided at the side and tighten
screws 0043.
License plate lamp X
Switch off the lighting system.
X Insert a screwdriver or similar implement
into recess 0044and carefully pry off lamp
lens 0043.
X Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder.
X Insert a new bulb.
X Align lamp lens 0043and clip it in so that it
engages. Rear bulbs (Cab Chassis)
Overview of bulb types Chassis (example: Cab Chassis)
Lights Bulb type
0043
Perimeter lamp/stand-
ing lamp R 5 W
0044
Tail lamps R 5 W
0087
Brake lamps P 21 W
0085
Turn signal lamps PY 21 W
0083
Backup lamps P 21 W
0084
Rear fog lamps (driver's
side) P 21 W
006B
License plate lamp R 5 W
Tail lamps
0043
Screws
0044 Lamp lens
0087 Perimeter lamp/standing lamp
0085 Turn signal lamps 104
Changing bulbsLights and windshield wipers

0083
Brake lamps
0084 Tail lamps
006B Rear fog lamp
006C License plate lamp
006D Backup lamps
X Switch off the lighting system.
X Undo screws 0043and remove lamp lens 0044.
X Applying light pressure 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 Position lamp lens 0044and tighten
screws 0043. Additional lamps
Additional turn signal lamp on the roof Type of lamp: P 21 W
X
Switch off the lighting system.
X Undo screws 0043and remove lamp lens 0044.
X Applying light pressure 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 Position lamp lens 0044and tighten
screws 0043again. Perimeter lamp (Cab Chassis)
Type of lamp: W 5 W
X
Switch off the lighting system.
X Undo screws 0043and remove the lamp unit.
X Turn bulb holder 0044and remove it.
X Remove the bulb from bulb holder 0044.
X Press the new bulb into bulb holder 0044.
X Screw bulb holder 0044into the lamp unit.
X Carefully position the lamp housing and
tighten screws 0043.
Courtesy lights Type of lamp: W 5 W
X
Press in the latching spring of courtesy
light 0043with a suitable implement, e.g. a
screwdriver.
X Pry off courtesy light 0043. Changing bulbs
105Lights and windshield wipers Z

i
To unlock the steering, move the steering
wheel slightly while turning the key to posi-
tion 1. Preparing for a journey
Visual check of the vehicle exterior X
In particular, check the following compo-
nents on the vehicle, and on the trailer as
necessary:
R license plates, vehicle lighting, turn sig-
nals, brake lamps and wiper blades for
dirt and damage
R tires and wheels for firm seating, correct
tire pressure and general condition
R trailer tow hitch for play and security
i The trailer coupling is one of the most
important vehicle parts with regard to road
safety. The separate instructions issued by
the manufacturer pertaining to operation,
care and maintenance should be observed.
X Rectify any noticeable defects before com-
mencing the journey.
Checks in the vehicle Emergency equipment/first-aid kit
X Check the equipment to make sure that it
is accessible, complete and ready for use.
The first aid and breakdown assistance equip-
ment is in the front door stowage compart-
ments and behind the driver's seat.
Vehicle lighting
X Turn the key to position 2in the ignition
lock.
X Check the lighting system with the aid of a
second person.
X Replace defective bulbs (Y page 100). Before driving off
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WARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell may restrict
the clearance around the pedals or block a
depressed pedal. This jeopardizes the oper-
ating and road safety of the vehicle. There is
a risk of an accident.
Stow all objects securely in the vehicle so that
they do not get into the driver's footwell.
When using floormats or carpets, make sure
that they are properly secured so that they do
not slip or obstruct the pedals. Do not place
several floormats or carpets on top of one
another. G
WARNING
Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage
of the pedals, e.g.:
R shoes with thick soles
R shoes with high heels
R slippers
There is a risk of an accident.
Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct
usage of the pedals.
X Secure the load as per the loading guide-
lines (Y page 242).
X Make sure that the floormats and carpets
are properly secured so that they cannot
slip and obstruct the pedals.
X Close all doors. Starting the engine
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WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling
these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There
is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave
the engine running in enclosed spaces with-
out sufficient ventilation.
! Do not depress the accelerator pedal
when starting the engine. 138
DrivingDriving and parking

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Before starting the engine, make sure that:
R all the doors are closed.
R all the vehicle occupants are wearing
their seat belts correctly.
R the parking brake is applied.
i If you depress the brake pedal before
starting the engine, the pedal travel is short
and pedal resistance is high.
If you depress the brake pedal again after
starting the engine, pedal travel and resist-
ance will be back to normal again. Gearshift pattern
005D
Park position with parking lock
005E Reverse gear
005C Neutral
005B Drive
X Move the selector lever to position P.
The display in the instrument cluster shows
P:
R on vehicles with steering wheel buttons
(Y page 189)
R on vehicles without steering wheel but-
tons ( Ypage 184)
i You can also start the engine in neutral
N.
X Turn the key to position 2in the ignition
lock.
The 0028 preglow indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up briefly.
X Once the 0028preglow indicator lamp goes
out, turn the key to position 3in the ignition
lock and release it as soon as the engine is
running. i
You can start the engine without preglow
when the engine is warm.
The preglow system is malfunctioning if the
0028 preglow indicator lamp lights up for
approximately 1 minute:
R after the ignition is switched on
R while the engine is running
At extremely low outside temperatures you
may then no longer be able to start the
engine. Have the malfunction rectified at a
qualified specialist workshop.
i Depending on the equipment installed,
the vehicle either automatically locks cen-
trally after switching on the ignition or after
pulling away. The locking knobs in the
doors drop down.
You can open the doors from the inside at
any time.
Automatic door locking can be deactivated
(Y page 71). Driving off
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WARNING
If the engine speed is above the idling speed
and you engage transmission position Dor
R, the vehicle could pull away suddenly. There
is a risk of an accident.
When engaging transmission position Dor R,
always firmly depress the brake pedal and do
not simultaneously accelerate.
! Only shift into reverse gear Rwhen the
vehicle is stationary. Otherwise, you could
damage the transmission.
X Depress the brake pedal and keep it
depressed.
The selector lever lock is released.
X Move the selector lever to position Dor R.
On vehicles with a reverse warning feature,
when reverse gear is engaged a warning
tone sounds to alert other road users
(Y page 140). Driving
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When pulling away again, the engine starts
automatically. The ECO start/stop function
thereby helps you to reduce the fuel con-
sumption and emissions of your vehicle.
The stop/start function is automatically acti-
vated each time you start the engine with the
ignition key.
If the ECO start/stop function has been man-
ually deactivated or a malfunction has caused
the system to be deactivated, 00A7sym-
bol 0044is not displayed. In addition, the indi-
cator lamp in the ECO button on the center
console does not light up.
Automatic engine switch-off The ECO start/stop function is operational
and the 00A7symbol is displayed in the mul-
tifunction display, if:
R the indicator lamp in the ECO button is lit
green
R the outside temperature is above 0 †
R the vehicle is below 2500 m above sea level
R the hood is closed
R the driver's seat belt is fastened
R on vehicles with a manual transmission, the
doors are closed
R on vehicles with an automatic transmis-
sion, the driver's door is closed
i All of the driving systems remain active
when the engine is switched off automati-
cally.
i The engine can be switched off automat-
ically a maximum of four times (initial stop,
then three subsequent stops) in succes-
sion. The automatic engine switch-off is
then available again after the ECO symbol
appears in the multifunction display.
Vehicles with automatic transmission If the vehicle is braked to a standstill in
Dor
N, the ECO start/stop function switches off
the engine automatically. Automatic engine start The engine is started automatically if:
R
you switch off the ECO start/stop function
by pressing the ECO button
R you engage reverse gear Ror park position
P
R the vehicle begins to roll away
R the battery's condition of charge is too low
R on vehicles with a manual transmission, the
driver's seat belt is not fastened or a door
is opened
R on vehicles with an automatic transmis-
sion, the driver's seat belt is not fastened
or the driver's door is opened
If you open the hood after an automatic
engine switch-off, automatic engine start is
deactivated. Once the hood is closed, you
have to start the engine manually.
Vehicles with automatic transmission The engine is started automatically if you:
R
release the brakes when in transmission
position Dor N
R depress the accelerator pedal
R open the driver's door
R unfasten your seatbelt
i If you shift the transmission from Rto D,
the ECO start/stop function is available
again as soon as the 00A7symbol reap-
pears in the multifunction display.
Activating/deactivating ECO Start Driving
141Driving and parking Z