2016 MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER warning

When handling, storing and disposing of fuels,
please observe the relevant regulations.
Tank contents
Depending on equipment, the total capacity of
the fuel tank may vary.
Vehicle typeTotal capa-cityof which
reserve fuel
2500
3500Approx-imately
26.4 US gal (100 l)Approx-
imately
5.0 US gal
(19 l)
All-wheel-
drive vehicleApprox-
imately
24.6 US gal (93 l)
Diesel
Fuel grade
GWARNING
If you mix diesel fuel with gasoline, the flash
point is lower than that of pure diesel fuel.
When the engine is running, exhaust system
components could overheat without being
noticed. There is a risk of fire.
Never refuel with gasoline. Never mix gasoline with diesel fuel.
!Filter the fuel before transferring it to the
vehicle if you are refueling the vehicle from
barrels or containers.
This will prevent malfunctions in the fuel sys-
tem due to contaminated fuel.
!You will damage the diesel engine if you do
not refuel with ULSD or a diesel fuel with a
sulfur content of more than 15 ppm.
!Do not use the following:
RMarine diesel
RHeating oil
RBio-diesel
RVegetable oil
RGasoline
RParaffin
RKerosene Do not mix such fuels with diesel fuel and do
not use any special additives. This can other-
wise lead to engine damage. This does not
include flow improver additives. For further
information, see "Flow improvers".
You will generally find information about the fuel
grade on the filling pump. If there is no identifi-
cation on the filling pump, consult a gas station
attendant.
For more information ab out re
fueling
(Ypage 127).
Diesel at very low outside temperatures
GWARNING
If you heat fuel system components, e.g. with
a hot-air gun or open flame, these compo-
nents could be damaged. This can cause fuel
to escape and ignite. Depending on the type
of damage, fuel may also not escape until the
engine is running. There is a risk of fire and
explosion.
Never heat fuel system components. Contact
a qualified specialist workshop to rectify the
malfunction.
Refill only with commercially available ULTRA-
LOW SULFUR DIESEL (ULSD, maximum sulfur
content 15 ppm), which fulfills the ASTM D975
standard.
The flow properties of diesel may be inadequate
at low outside temperatures due to paraffin sep-
aration.
iMalfunctions resulting from paraffin sepa-
ration can only be rectified by heating the
entire fuel system. Park the vehicle in a
heated garage, for example.
To prevent operating problems, diesel with bet-
ter flow qualities is available during the winter
months. You can obtain information at the gas
station or from your fuel supplier.
Your vehicle is equipped with a fuel preheating
system. This improves the flow properties of the
diesel by approximately 46 ‡ (8 †). ULTRA-
LOW SULFUR DIESEL can be used without ris k
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f malfunction down to an outside temperature
of approximately 14 ‡ ( Ò10 †).
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Fuel additives
!Do not add gasoline or kerosene todiesel
fuel to improve its flow characteristics. Gas-
olin e or kerosene impairs the lubricating
properties of the diesel fuel. This can result in
damage to the fuel injection system, for
example.
Information on fuel consumption
HEnvironmental note
CO
2(carbon dioxide) is the gaswhich scien-
tists believe to be prin cipally responsible for
global warming (the greenhouse effect). Your veh icle'sCO
2emissions are directly related to
fuel consumption and therefore depend on:
Reff icie nt use of the fuel bythe engine
Rdriv ing style
Rother non-technical factors, such as envi-
ronmental influences, road conditions or
traff icflow
You can min imize your veh icle'sCO
2emis-
sions by driv ing carefully and having itserv-
iced regularly.
Fuel consumption depends on:
Rthe vehicleversion
Rthe style of driving
Rthe operating conditions
Rthe type or quality of the fuel used
The veh icle will use more fuel than usual inthe
fol lowin g situations:
Rat very low outside temperatures
Rincity traff ic
Rduring short journeys
Ron mountainous terrain
Rwhen to winga trailer
To keep fuel consumption low,observe the
advice inthe "Protection of the environment"
section (
Ypage 24).
The fol lowing components of the different veh i-
cle versions influence fuel consumption:
Rtire sizes, tire tread, tire pressure, tire cond i-
tion
Rbody
Rtransmission ratios for the drive assemblies
Radditional equipment (e.g. air-conditioning
system, auxil iary heating system)
For these reasons, the actual consumption fig-
ures for your vehicle may deviate from the con-
sumption figures determined according to EU
Directive 80 /1268/EE C.
Data concerning fuel consumption are recorded
in the on-board computer; use the steering
wheel buttons to call up the Trip computer
menu (
Ypage 174).
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
General notes
HEnvironmental note
Dispose of DEF in an environmentally respon-
sible manner.
When opening the DEF tank filler cap at high
outside temperatures, ammonia vapors may
escape.
Ammonia vapors have a pungent smell and pri-
marily cause irritation of the:
Rskin
Rmucous membranes
Reyes
You may experience a burning sensation in your
eyes, nose and throat, as well as coughing and
watering of the eyes.
Do not inhale ammonia vapors. Avoid contact
with DEF.
Do not allow DEF to come into direct contact
with your skin; it is hazardous to your health.
Rinse any affected areas off with plenty of clean water. Consult a doctor if necessary.
If DEF heats up, e.g. in direct sunlight, in the DEF
supply reservoir for some time to over 122 ‡
(50 †), ammonia vapor will develop.
To conform to emission regulations, you must
operate the vehicle with DEF and refill the supply
regularly. The engine management recognizes
attempts to operate the vehicle without DEF,
with thinned DEF or with another reducing
agent. After previous warning messages, the
engine management then prevents a further
engine start.
When the number of remaining engine starts is 0
the engine management prevents the vehicle
from being driven at a speed exceeding 5 mph
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(8 km/h). The multifunction display shows the
Idle Modemessage.
DEF consumption
DEF consumption depends on operational and
driving conditions and it is not necessary to wait
until the next scheduled service to replenish the
fluid. Fluid should be added regularly to the DEF supply reservoir during vehicle operation or, at
the latest, after receiving the first warning mes-
sage via the on-board computer.
Low ambient temperatures
DEF freezes at a temperature of approximately
12 ‡(Ò11 †). The vehicle is equipped with a DEF
preheating system at the factory. Winter oper-
ation is therefore also guaranteed at tempera-
tures under 12 ‡ (Ò11 †).
iIf you add DEF at temperatures below 12 ‡
(Ò11 †) it is possible that the level is not
shown correctly due to the frozen DEF.
Drive for at least 20 minutes (heating phase in
the tank activated) and then stop the vehicle
for at least 30 seconds. The level is then
shown correctly.
Additives
!Do not mix DEF with any additives and do
not dilute DEF with tap water. Otherwise, the
exhaust gas aftertreatment may be damaged.
Observe the MB Specifications for Service
Products, Sheet No. 352.0.
Damage that arises through the use of addi-
tives or tap water will invalidate the New Vehi-
cle Limited Warranty.
Storage
!Containers made of aluminum, copper, cop-
per alloys as well as unalloyed or galvanized
steel are not suitable for storing DEF. If stored
in these types of containers, DEF could cause
constituents of these metals to dissolve and
cause irreparable damage to the exhaust gas
aftertreatment.
Damage caused by such impurities in the DEF
will invalidate the New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.
Only store DEF in containers made of hi
gh-alloy
Cr‑Ni steel or Mo‑Cr‑Ni steel in accordance with
DIN EN 10 088 ‑1/2/3 or plastic containers
made of polypropylene or polyethylene.
Purity
!Impurities in DEF (e.g. caused by other ser-
vice products, cleaning agents, dust, etc.)
result in increased emissions, malfunctions,
catalytic converter damage or engine dam-
age.
The purity of DEF is essential to prevent mal-
functions in the exhaust gas aftertreatment.
If DEF is pumped out of the DEF tank, e.g. during
repair work, the same liquid must not be used to
refill the tank. Its purity is no longer guaranteed.
Disposal
Observe country-specific laws and regulations
when disposing of DEF.
% Environmental note
Dispose of DEF in an environmentally responsi-
ble manner.
DEF supply reservoir content
Tank contents
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)11
Approximately 4.7 US gal (18.0 l)
Engine oil
General notes
!The bottles of the various engine oil types
are marked with ACEA (Association des Con-
structeurs Européens d'Automobiles) and/or
API (American Petroleum Institute) classifica-
tions. Only use approved engine oils that con-
form to the following MB Specifications for
Service Products and the prescribed ACEA
and/or API classifications. Using engine oils
11DEF according to ISO 22241. Observe MB Specifications for Service Products, Sheet 352.0.
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Further information can be obtained at any
qualified specialist workshop.
Steering
Service product: power steering fluid
Product name/numberMaintenanceinterval
Mobil ATF‑D,
Exxon Mobil Corporation
or equivalent
MB Sheet No. 236.3—
The steering is maintenance-free. Further infor-
mation can be obtained at any qualified special-
ist workshop.
Brake fluid
GWARNING
The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture
from the air. This lowers the boiling point of
the brake fluid. If the boiling point of the brake
fluid is too low, vapor pockets may form in the
brake system when the brakes are applied
hard. This would impair braking efficiency.
There is a risk of an accident.
You should have the brake fluid renewed at
the specified intervals.
!Brake fluid corrodes paint, plastic and rub-
ber. If paint, plastic or rubber has come into
contact with brake fluid, rinse with water
immediately.
Only use brake fluids approved for Sprinter vehi-
cles. Always check for the identification DOT 4
plus.
Information about approved brake fluids can be
found in the Maintenance Booklet or obtained at
any qualified specialist workshop.
Service product:
brake fluid
Product descrip-
tion and numberIntac B026E
RBoiling point: 500 ‡
(260 †)
RWet boiling point:
356 ‡ (180 †)
MB Sheet No.331.0
Maintenance
interval2 years
iHave the brake fluid renewed every 2 years
at a qualified specialist workshop.
There is usually a notice in the engine com-
partment to remind you when the next brake
fluid change is due.
Coolant
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If antifreeze comes into contact with hot com- ponents in the engine compartment, it may
ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury.
Let the engine cool down before you add anti-
freeze. Make sure that antifreeze is not spilled
next to the filler neck. Thoroughly clean the
antifreeze from components before starting
the engine.
!Take care not to spill any coolant on painted
surfaces. You could otherwise damage the
paintwork.
When handling, storing and disposing of coolant
and antifreeze, please observe the relevant reg-
ulations and the safety notes in the "Service
products and capacities" section (
Ypage 277).
Coolant additive with antifreeze
requirements
!Use only approved antifreeze/corrosion
inhibitor that complies with MB Specification
for Service Products, Sheet Number 325.
Using other, non-approved antifreeze/corro-
sion inhibitors may cause damage to the cool-
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ant system and reduce the engine's service
life.
Coolant is a mixture of water and antifreeze/
corrosion inhibitor. It performs the following
tasks:
Rcorrosion protection
Rantifreeze protection
Rraises the boiling point
When the vehicle is first delivered, it is filled with
a coolant mixture that ensures adequate anti-
freeze and corrosion protection. Coolant must
be used in the system all year round to ensure
anti-corrosion protection and a raised boiling
point – even in countries with high outside tem-
peratures.
To prevent damage to the engine cooling sys-
tem, use only approved corrosion inhibitor/anti-
freeze that comply with the Mercedes-Benz
Specifications for Service Products.
We recommend corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze
that meets the requirements in MB Specifica-
tions for Service Products Sheet Number 325.
Check the antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor con-
centration in the coolant every six months.
The percentage of corrosion inhibitor/anti-
freeze additive in the engine cooling system
should:
Rbe at least 50%. This way, the engine cooling
system is protected against freezing down to
approximately -35 ‡ (-37 †).
Rnot exceed 55% (antifreeze protection down
to -49 ‡[-45 †]) .Otherwise ,hea twill no tbe
dissipated as effectively.
If ther e
h
as bee ncoolan tloss, do no trefil lonly
wit hwater .If th evehicle has los tcoolant, add
equa lparts water an dcorrosion inhibitor/anti -
freez eadditive .The water use das par tof th e
coolan tmixture mus tfulfil lcertain require-
ments; these are usually fulfilled by drinking
water .If th ewater quality is no tsufficient, you
mus ttreat th ewater .
Service product :coolant
Product name/number
EURO Peak Coolant/Antifreeze,
OL DWORLD INDUSTRIE S
MB Sheet No .325. 0
Zerex G05 ,The Valvolin eCompan y
MB Sheet No .325. 0
Zerex G48 ,The Valvolin eCompan y
MB Sheet No .325. 0
Glysanti nG05 ,BASF AG
MB Sheet No .325. 0
Capacities
Engine cooling syste m
CoolantApprox.10.7 5qt
(10. 0l)
Refrigeran t
The air-conditionin gsyste muse sth erefrigeran t
R‑134a. Thi srefrigeran tdoe sno tdamage th e
ozon elayer .
Product name/numberMaintenance
interva l
Refrigeran t R‑134a
MB Sheet No .361. 0—
Further information can be obtained at an y
qualifie dspecialis tworkshop .
Washer fluid
Importan tsafet ynotes
GWARNING
Windshield washer concentrat ecould ignit eif
it come sinto contact wit hhot engin ecompo-
nent sor th eexhaus tsystem. There is aris kof
fir ean dinjury.
Mak esur ethat no windshield washer con-
centrat eis spilled next to th efiller neck .
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The values specified apply only to loads placed
on the cargo compartment floor if:
Rthe load is secured to 2 cargo tie-down points
on the rail and
Rthe distance to the nearest load-securing
point on the same rail is approximately 3 ft
(1 m).
Roof carrier
GWARNING
When you load the roof, the center of gravity
of the vehicle rises and the driving character-
istics change. If you exceed the maximum roof
load, the driving characteristics, as well as
steering and braking, will be greatly impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
Never exceed the maximum roof load and
adjust your driving style.
GWARNING
If you distribute the load unevenly in the vehi- cle, the handling as well as the steering and
braking characteristics are severely affected.
There is a risk of an accident.
Distribute the load evenly in the vehicle.
Secure the load to prevent it from slipping.
!The weight of any load carried on the roof,
including the roof carrier, must not exceed
the maximum permissible roof load.
The roof carrier supports must be mounted at
equal distances.
We recommend that you have a stabilizer
installed on the front axle.
!For safety reasons, we recommend that you
only use roof carrier systems that have been
tested and approved for the Sprinter. This will
help to avoid damage. The data is valid for a load distributed evenly
over the entire roof area. Maximum roof load
and minimum number of pairs of roof carrier
supports on vehicles with:
Maximum
roof loadMinimum
number of
pairs of sup- ports
Standard
roof660 lbs
(300 kg)6
High roof330 lbs
(150 kg)3
Reduce the load on shorter roof carriers pro-
portionately. The maximum load per pair of roof
carrier supports is 110 lbs (50 kg).
Loading directions and other information con-
cerning load distribution and load securing can
be found in the "Transporting" section
(
Ypage 212).
Trailer tow hitch
General notes
We recommend that you have the trailer tow
hitch mounted at an authorized Sprinter Dealer. Use only a trailer tow hitch that has been tested
and approved specially for your vehicle by the
distributor named on the inside of the front
cover. Only use a ball coupling that is approved for your vehicle and Sprinter trailer tow hitch.
You can also find information on the permitted
dimensions of the ball coupling on the identifi-
cation plate of the trailer tow hitch.
You can obtain advice from a qualified specialist
workshop. Also observe the information on tow-
ing a trailer in the "Driving and parking" section
(
Ypage 155).
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