2014 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER bulb

Useful information
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Exterior lighting .................................. 92
Interior lighting ................................... 98
Changing bulbs ................................. 100
Windshield wipers ............................107 91Lights and windshield wipers

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 func-
tions. This also applies to systems and func-
tions relevant to safety.
Read the information on qualified specialist
workshops (Y page 26). Exterior lighting
Important safety notes
G
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.
R 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
- LED daytime running lamps
- the Bi-Xenon bulbs
- front fog lamps
If you require assistance changing bulbs, con-
sult a qualified specialist workshop. 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-func-
tioning vehicle lighting puts the operating
safety of the vehicle at risk. 92
Exterior lightingLights and windshield wipers

For this reason, check the condition and func-
tion of your vehicle's lighting system and, if
necessary, that of the trailer before each jour-
ney.
The bulb failure indicator monitors all of the
exterior lighting lamps, except the perimeter
lamp and the trailer lighting. If a bulb fails,
either the 0049(Ypage 35) indicator lamp
lights up, or you will see a corresponding
message in the display (Y page 210).
i Depending on the equipment, the bulb
failure indicator can fail for all lamps with
the exception of the turn signal lamps. Light switch
Operation 00470058
Automatic headlamp mode
0048003F Lights off/daytime running lamp
mode
00490060 Parking lamps, license plate and
instrument lighting
004A0058 Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
004B005A Fog lamps
004C005E 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 003For0058.
Or
X If the rear fog lamp is switched on: press
the light switch in to the stop. The turn signals, high-beam headlamps and
the high-beam flasher are operated using the
combination switch (Y
page 95).
Low-beam headlamps X
To switch on: turn the key to position 2in
the ignition lock or start the engine.
X Turn the light switch to position 0058.
The 0058 indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up.
X To switch off: turn the light switch to
003F.
Daytime running lamps You can activate/deactivate the daytime run-
ning lamps function using the on-board com-
puter.
This is not possible in countries where day-
time running lamps are a legal requirement.
The daytime running lamps function must be
activated using the on-board computer:
R
vehicles with steering wheel buttons
(Y page 194)
R vehicles without steering wheel buttons
(Y page 185)
X To switch on: turn the light switch to the
003F position.
The low-beam headlamps, parking lamps
and license plate lamp are switched on
when the engine is running. The 0058indi-
cator lamp in the instrument cluster lights
up.
i USA only:
If you turn the light switch to the 0060or
0058 position, the parking lamps or low-
beam headlamps switch on. If you turn the
light switch to the 0058position, the day-
time running lamps remain switched on.
i Canada only:
If you turn the light switch to the 0058posi-
tion, the low-beam headlamps are switched
on. If you turn the light switch to the 0060 Exterior lighting
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Motion detector
G
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
G
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
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R
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
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0044
Connector for low-beam headlamps
0087 Connector for high-beam headlamps
0085 Connector for navigation lights (halogen
headlamps)
X Remove corresponding connector 0044,0087
or 0085 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 con-
nector onto the bulb.
X Place housing cover 0043into the opening
and turn in the opposite direction of the
arrow.
X Close the hood.
Cornering light function/daytime run-
ning lamps X
Switch off the lighting system.
X Open the hood (Y page 250).
X Turn housing cover 0043counter-clockwise
and remove it. X
Pull out the bulb holder together with
bulb 0044.
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 0043and turn it clock-
wise as far as it will go.
X Close the hood.
Turn signal lamps X
Switch off the lighting system.
X Open the hood (Y page 250).
X Turn bulb holder 0043counter-clockwise and
remove it.
X Applying light pressure to the bulb, turn it
counter-clockwise and remove it from bulb
holder 0043.
X Press the new bulb into bulb holder 0043and
screw it in clockwise.
X Insert bulb holder 0043into the lamp and turn
it clockwise to tighten.
X Close the hood. 102
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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
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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
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