Standard display
:Odometer
;Trip odometer
=Outside temperature or digital speedometer
?Clock
ASelector lever position or current shift range
(Ypage 123)
In the basic setting, the odometer and the trip
odometer are shown in the upper part of the
display. This is referred to as the standard dis-
play.
Using the steering wheel buttons
XPress the VorU button repeatedly
until the standard display is shown.
Displaying the coolant temperature
Using the steering wheel buttons
XPress the VorU button repeatedly
until the standard display is shown.
XPress the 9or: button to select the
coolant temperature.
The temperature displayed may climb to 250 ‡
(120 †) when the vehicle is being driven in nor-
mal conditions and if the coolant contains the
correct concentration of corrosion inhibitor and
antifreeze. At high outside temperatures and
when driving in mountainous terrain, the coolant
temperature may rise to the end of the scale.
Audio menu
General notes
Use the functions in the Audiomenu to operate
the audio equipment when switched on.
iControlling the audio equipment using the
steering wheel buttons and making settings
via the AUDIO menu only functions with
Sprinter audio equipment. If you are using
audio equipment from another manufacturer,
the described functions may be restricted or
not available at all.
If no audio equipment is switched on, you will
see the message AUDIO off
.
Selecting a radio station
:Reception frequency
;Waveband or waveband with memory preset
number
Using the steering wheel buttons
XSwitch on the audio equipment (see the sep-
arate operating instructions).
XPress the VorU button repeatedly
until the station selected appears in the dis-
play.
XPress the 9or: button to select the
desired station.
iYou can only store new stations on the audio
system itself. See the separate operating
instructions.
You can also operate the audio equipment in
the same way as usual.
166On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons)
On-board computer and displays
permitted to operate a mobile phone while the
vehicle is in motion, only operate it when road
and traffic conditions permit.
If you have connected a mobile phone to the
Sprinter hands-free system, you can operate it
using the functions in theTEL
menu.
XSwitch on the mobile phone (see the separate
operating instructions).
XSwitch on the audio equipment (see the sep-
arate operating instructions).
XEstablish a Bluetooth®connection between
the mobile phone and the audio equipment
(see the separate operating instructions).
XPress the VorU button on the steering
wheel to select the TELmenu.
XWhenPlease enter PIN:appears in the
display, enter the PIN using the mobile phone
or audio equipment.
The mobile phone will search for a network.
The display remains blank during this time.
You will see the mobile phone operational
readiness display once the mobile phone has
found a network.
iYou can obtain further information about
suitable mobile phones and connecting
mobile phones via Bluetooth
®at any qualified
specialist workshop.
iIf the mobile phone operational readiness
symbol goes out, your vehicle is outside of the
transmission and reception range.
Accepting a call
XPress the 6button on the steering wheel
to accept an incoming call.
The display shows the call duration.
Rejecting or ending a call
XPress ~button on the steering wheel to
reject or end a call.
The caller then hears the engaged tone.
The display shows the mobile phone opera-
tional readiness symbol again.
Dialing a number from the phone book
You can enter new telephone numbers into the
phone book via the mobile phone (see the sep-
arate operating instructions). If your mobile phone is able to receive calls, you can search for
and dial a number from the phone book.
Using the steering wheel buttons
XUse the
VorU button to select the TELmenu.
The display shows the mobile phone opera-
tional readiness symbol.
XPress the9or: button to switch to
the phone book.
The on-board computer reads the phone book
stored on the SIM card or in the mobile phone.
This may take more than a minute.
When the message is no longer displayed,
reading has ended.
XPress the 9or: button to select the
desired name.
or
XTo start rapid scrolling: press and hold the
9 or: button longer than 1 second.
Rapid scrolling stops when you release the
button or reach the end of the list.
Using the steering wheel buttons
XTo start dialing: press the6button.
The on-board computer dials the correspond-
ing phone number.
When a connection is established, the name
of the other person and/or the call duration
appear in the display.
XTo exit the phone book: press the~but-
ton.
Redialing
The on-board computer saves the last names or
numbers dialed in the redial memory.
Using the steering wheel buttons
XUse the VorU button to select the TELmenu.
The display shows the mobile phone opera-
tional readiness symbol.
XPress the6button.
The display shows the most recently dialed
numbers or names in the redial memory.
XPress the 9or: button to select the
desired name or number.
XTo start dialing: press the6button.
The on-board computer dials the correspond-
ing phone number.
174On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons)
On-board computer and displays
Eyeglasses compartment in the over-
head control panel
XTo open:briefly press cover :.
The eyeglasses compartment opens down-
wards.
XTo close: press the eyeglasses compartment
into the overhead control panel until it
engages.
Make sure that the eyeglasses compartment is
always closed while the vehicle is in motion.
Dashboard stowage compartments
GWARNING
Objects protruding from the stowage com-
partment above the front passenger front air
bag could obstruct or even prevent deploy-
ment of the front passenger front air bag. The front passenger front air bag may then fail to
provide the intended protection. There is an
increased risk of injury.
Do not place any protruding objects in the
stowage compartment above the front
passenger front air bag.
!The right and left storage spaces may be
loaded with a maximum of 11 lb (5 kg) each.
Stowage space (example: front passenger side)
Stowage compartment equipped with smartphone
connections
=
USB port
?3.5 mm audio jack
iDepending on the vehicle equipment, a USB
port and an AUX-in connection is installed in
the stowage compartment. A Media Interface
is a universal interface for portable audio
equipment, e.g. for an iPod
®or MP3 player
(see the separate audio system operating
instructions).
206Stowage spaces and stowage compartments
Stowing and features
bracket and in the separate operating instruc-
tions for the mobile phone pre-installation.
iThe mobile phone battery is charged
depending on the condition of charge and the
position of the key in the ignition lock. The
mobile phone display indicates the charging
process.
Additional communications equip-
ment
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you operate mobile communication equip-
ment when driving, you may be distracted
from the traffic situation. You could also lose
control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an
accident.
Only operate this equipment when the vehicle
is stationary.
Observe the legal requirements for the country
in which you are currently driving when operat-
ing mobile communication equipment.
Please remember, a navigation system does not
supply information on the load-bearing capacity of bridges or the overhead clearance of under-
passes. The driver remains responsible for
safety at all times.
You and others can suffer health-related dam-
age through electromagnetic radiation. By using
an exterior antenna, a possible health risk
caused by electromagnetic fields, as discussed
in scientific circles, is taken into account. Only
have the exterior antenna installed by a qualified
specialist workshop.
You will find information on installing electrical
or electronic equipment in the “Vehicle elec-
tronics” section (
Ypage 276).
Installation for PND mobile navigation
devices
You can secure a personal navigation device
(Personal Navigation Device PND) using a com-
mercially available adapter.
PND connector (on the side behind the instrument
cluster)
=
USB port
?3.5 mm audio jack for the PND audio signal
(voice announcements)
XConnecting the PND: connect the PND ports
to the appropriate jacks in the vehicle.
iYou can also use USB port =and 3.5 mm
audio jack ?for external audio sources.
To play the voice announcements of the naviga-
tion device via the radio loudspeaker, select
"AUX" as the audio source. The radio function is
not available in this modus.
iIf you use audio devices or personal naviga-
tion devices which have been recommended
by Mercedes-Benz, you can use all of the
functions available, such as the mute func-
tion.
You can obtain further information from any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
212Additional communications equipment
Stowing and features
XSwitch off the audio equipment and let the
display cool down.
XClean the display surface with a commercially
available microfiber cloth and cleaner for
TFT/LCD displays.
XDry the display surface using a dry microfiber
cloth.
Cleaning the plastic trim
GWARNING
Care products and cleaning agents containing solvents cause surfaces in the cockpit to
become porous. As a result, plastic parts may
come loose in the event of air bag deploy-
ment. There is a risk of injury.
Do not use any care products and cleaning
agents to clean the cockpit.
!Do not affix the following to plastic surfaces:
Rstickers
Rfilms
Rscented oil bottles or similar items
You can otherwise damage the plastic.
!Do not allow cosmetics, insect repellent or
sunscreen to come into contact with the plas-
tic trim. This maintains the high-quality look of
the surfaces.
XWipe the plastic trim and the cockpit with a
damp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth.
XHeavy soiling: use a mild detergent or care
products and cleaning agents recommended
and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Cleaning the steering wheel and selec-
tor lever
XThoroughly wipe with a damp cloth.
Cleaning the trim elements
!Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents
such as tar remover, wheel cleaners, polishes
or waxes. There is otherwise a risk of damag- ing the surface.
XWipe the trim elements with a damp, lint-free
cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth.
XHeavy soiling: use care products and clean-
ing agents recommended and approved for
Sprinter vehicles.
Cleaning the seat covers
!Do not use microfiber cloths to clean artifi-
cial leather covers. If used often, a microfiber
cloth can damage the cover.
!Clean:
Rartificial leather covers with a cloth mois-
tened with a solution containing 1% deter-
gent, e.g. dish washing liquid.
Rcloth covers with a microfiber cloth mois-
tened with a solution containing 1% deter-
gent, e.g. dish washing liquid. Wipe entire
seat sections carefully to avoid leaving visi-
ble lines. Leave the seat to dry afterwards.
Cleaning results depend on the type of dirt
and how long it has been there.
Cleaning the seat belts
GWARNING
Seat belts can become severely weakened if
bleached or dyed. This could cause the seat
belts to tear or fail, for instance, in the event of an accident. This poses an increased risk of
injury or fatal injury.
Never bleach or dye the seat belts.
!Do not clean the seat belts using chemical
cleaning agents. Do not dry the seat belts by
heating at temperatures above 176 ‡(80 †)
or in direct sunlight.
Remove any stains or dirt immediately. This will
avoid residue or damage.
XUse clean, lukewarm water and soap solution.
Cleaning the headliner
XUse a soft brush or dry shampoo to remove
heavy soiling.
Care239
Maintenance and care
Z
iJumper cables and further information
regarding jump starting can be obtained at
any qualified specialist workshop.
Before connecting the jumper cables
On vehicles with a battery main switch, check
whether the battery main switch is switched on
(
Ypage 118).
XApply the parking brake.
XMove the selector lever of the automatic
transmission to position P.
XSwitch off all electrical consumers, e.g. audio
equipment, blower.
XTurn the key to position0in the ignition lock
and remove it (Ypage 119).
XOpen the hood (Ypage 219).
Tow-starting and towing away
Important safety notes
GWARNING
Functions relevant to safety are restricted or
no longer available if:
Rthe engine is not running.
Rthe brake system or the power steering is
malfunctioning.
Rthere is a malfunction in the voltage supply or the vehicle's electrical system.
If your vehicle is being towed, much more
force may be necessary to steer or brake.
There is a risk of an accident.
In such cases, use a tow bar. Before towing,
make sure that the steering moves freely.
GWARNING
You can no longer steer the vehicle if the
steering wheel lock has been engaged. There
is a risk of an accident.
Always switch off the ignition when towing the
vehicle with a tow cable or a tow bar.
GWARNING
When towing or tow-starting another vehicle
and its weight is greater than the permissible
gross weight of your vehicle, the:
Rthe towing eye could detach itself
Rthe vehicle/trailer combination could roll-
over.
There is a risk of an accident.
When towing or tow-starting another vehicle,
its weight should not be greater than the per- missible gross weight of your vehicle.
Information on the gross vehicle weight can be
found on the vehicle identification plate
(
Ypage 276).
!Only secure the tow rope or tow bar at the
towing eyes. Otherwise, the vehicle could be
damaged.
!Observe the following points when towing
with a tow rope:
RSecure the tow rope on the same side on
both vehicles.
REnsure that the tow cable is not longer than
legally permitted. Mark the tow cable in the
middle, e.g. with a white cloth (30 x 30 cm).
This will make other road users aware that
the vehicle is being towed.
ROnly secure the tow cable to the towing
eye.
RObserve the brake lamps of the towing
vehicle while driving. Always maintain a dis-
tance so that the tow rope does not sag.
RDo not use steel cables or chains to tow
your vehicle. You could otherwise damage
the vehicle.
!Do not use the towing eye for recovery, this
could damage the vehicle. If in doubt, recover
the vehicle with a crane.
!When towing, pull away slowly and
smoothly. If the tractive power is too high, the
vehicles could be damaged.
When towing away, you must observe the legal
requirements for the country in which you are
currently driving.
It is preferable to have the vehicle transported
on a transporter or trailer instead of towing it.
244Tow-starting and towing away
Breakdown assistance