Dodge 2008 Sprinter User manual

Sprinter
OWNER’S MANUAL
2008
2008 Sprinter
81-326-0899 First Edition Printed in U.S.A.

VEHICLES SOLD IN CANADA
With respect to any Vehicles Sold in Canada, the name
Chrysler LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the
name Chrysler Canada Inc. used in substitution therefor.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of
accidents.
Your driving ability can be seriously impaired with blood
alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you are
drinking, don’t drive. Ride with a designated non-drinking
driver, call a cab, a friend, or use public transportation.
WARNING!
Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your
perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower,
and your judgment is impaired when you have been
drinking. Never drink and then drive.
This manual illustrates and describes the operation of
features and equipment that are either standard or op-
tional on this vehicle. This manual may also include a
description of features and equipment that are no longer
available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please
disregard any features and equipment described in this
manual that are not on this vehicle.
Chrysler LLC reserves the right to make changes in
design and specifications, and/or make additions to or
improvements to its products without imposing any
obligation upon itself to install them on products previ-
ously manufactured.
Copyright © 2007 Chrysler LLC

Thank you for choosing the new
Sprinter Vehicle.
Beforeyourfirstjourney,pleasefamiliar-
ize yourself with yourvehicle and how it
operates, as well as its driving, control
and convenience functions.
Before you drive off, read these Operat-
ing Instructions. This will help you get
the most out of your vehicle and avoid
endangering yourself and others.
Since the scope of delivery is based on
the sales order, your vehicle’s equip-
mentmaydifferfromsomedescriptions
and illustrations. Items of optional
equipment are also described in these
Operating Instructions, should you re-
quire a description of the way they work.
Country-specific vehicle equipment, lim-
ited availability of items of special equip-
ment or different product labeling is
possible in some countries.
Chrysler Vans LLC reserves the right to
introducechangesin design, equipment
and technical features. You cannot,
therefore, base any claims on the data,
illustrationsordescriptionscontainedin
these Operating Instructions.
Your nearest authorized Sprinter Dealer
will be happy to assist you further if you
have any other questions.
The Operating Instructions, briefinstruc-
tions, Sprinter Service Booklet, Owner’s
Warranty Information Book and equip-
ment-related supplementary operating
instructions are considered part of the
vehicle. For this reason, you should al-
ways keep them in the vehicle and pass
them on to the new owner if you sell the
vehicle.
The technical documentation team at
Chrysler Vans LLC wishes you safe and
pleasant driving.
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Symbols Trademarks
ESP®is a registered trademark of
Chrysler Vans LLC.
* Optional equipment
GWarning
HEnvironmental note
!Caution
iTip
Action required
Sequence of actions (several )
  Continuation symbol
page Page reference
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Contents
Introduction
At a glance1
Safety2
Controls in detail3
Operation
4
*Technical data6
Practical hints5
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.....................................33
..................81
............................301
....................429
.................599
Index............................................. 637
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Introduction
Environmental protection
Intro duction
 Environmental protection
Environmental note H
Chrysler’s declared policy is one of compre-
hensive environmental protection.
Theobjectivesareforthenaturalresourc-
es which form the basis of our existence
on this planet to be used sparingly and in
a manner which takes the requirements
of both nature and humanity into ac-
count.
You too can contribute to environmental
protectionbyoperatingyourvehicleinan
environmentally-responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and engine, transmis-
sion, brake and tire wear depend on the
two following factors:
Operating conditions of your vehicle
Your personal driving style
You can influence both factors.
Observe the following notes:
Operating conditions
Avoid driving short distances as this
increases fuel consumption.
Make sure that the tire pressures are
always correct.
Do not carry any unnecessary weight
in/on the vehicle.
Keep an eye on the vehicle’s fuel con-
sumption.
Remove roof racks once you no long-
er need them.
A regularly serviced vehicle will con-
tribute to environmental protection.
You should therefore adhere to the
specified service intervals.
Always have maintenance work car-
ried out at an authorized Sprinter
Dealer. 
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Environmental protection
In this manual, whenever you see in-
structions to discard materials, you
should first attempt to reclaim and recy-
cle them. To preserve our environment,
follow appropriate environmental rules
and regulations when disposingof mate-
rials.
Personal driving style
Do not depressthe accelerator pedal
when starting the engine.
Do not warm up the engine when the
vehicle is stationary.
Adopt an anticipatory style of driving
and keep a sufficient distance from
other vehicles.
Avoid frequent, sudden acceleration.
Switch off the engine in stationary
traffic.
Environmental concerns and
recommendations
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Introduction
Operating safety
Operating safety
Warning G
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle components contain
or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth de-
fects or other reproductive harm.
In addition, certain fluids contained in ve-
hicles, and certain products of compo-
nent wear, contain chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
Warning G
Workcarriedoutincorrectlyon electronic
equipment and its software could cause
the equipment to stop working. The elec-
tronic systems are networked with each
other via interfaces. Tampering with the
electronic systems may also cause mal-
functions in systems that have not been
modified. These malfunctions, however,
can jeopardize the operating safety of
your vehicle and therefore put your own
safety at considerable risk.
Continued
Warning (Continued) G
Other work carried out incorrectly or
modifications to the vehicle could also
jeopardize operating safety.
Some safety systems only function while
the engine is running. Therefore, you
should not switch off the engine while
driving.
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Introduction
Operating safety
Warning G
Always have maintenance work carried
outatanauthorizedSprinterDealerwhich
has the necessary specialist knowledge
and tools to carry out the work required.
The manufacturer recommends that you
use an authorized Sprinter Dealer for this
purpose.
In particular, work relevant to safety or on
safety-related systems must be carried
out at an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Warning G
A heavy impact to the underbody, tires or
wheels, for example whenbottoming out
on rough terrain or driving over an obsta-
cle at high speed, could damage your ve-
hicle. This also applies to vehicles
equipped with underbody protection.
In this case, have yourvehicle checked at
an authorized Sprinter Dealer which has
the necessary specialist knowledge and
tools to carry out the work required. The
manufacturer recommends that you use
an authorized Sprinter Dealer for this pur-
pose.
Continued
Warning (Continued) G
In particular, work relevant to safety or on
safety-related systems must be carried
out at an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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Introduction
Operating safety
The manufacturer warrants to the origi-
nal and each subsequent owner of a
Mercedes-Benz heavy-duty on highway
diesel engine that:
(1) the engine was designed, built and
equipped so as to conform at the
time of sale with the applicable regu-
lations adopted by the Federal Envi-
ronmental Protection Agency, and
(2) the emission control system of such
engine is free from defects in materi-
als and workmanship which would
cause it not to conform with those
regulations for a period of use of five
years or 100000 miles (160000 km)
or 3000 hours of engine operation,
whichever occurs first.
The Owner’s Warranty Information Book
contains detailed information about the
warranties covering your Sprinter Vehi-
cle.
The manufacturer may instruct its au-
thorized Sprinter Dealer to carry out
technicalinspectionsoncertainvehicles
to improve their quality or safety.
Ifyoudidnotpurchaseyourvehiclefrom
an authorized dealership and your vehi-
cle has not yet been inspected at an au-
thorized Sprinter Dealer, there is a
possibilitythatyourvehiclehasnotbeen
registered in your name with the manu-
facturer. The manufacturer will only be
able to inform you about vehicle inspec-
tions if the manufacturer is in posses-
sion of your registration data.
It is advisable to have your vehicle regis-
tered at an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Inform the manufacturer as soon as pos-
sible if your address has changed or
there has been a change of vehicle own-
er.
Service and warranty information
Registering your vehicle
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Introduction
Operating safety
Do not allow the electronically stored to-
tal distance covered by your vehicle to
bemodifiedasaresultoftamperingwith
the electronics system.
This type of modification or failing to in-
form the buyer when selling the vehicle
could constitute an offense punishable
by law, depending on the country con-
cerned.
Having the engine power output of your
vehicle increased by tampering with the
electronic engine management system
will invalidate the vehicle’s general oper-
ating permit and insurance coverage, as
well as your warranty and warranty enti-
tlement.
Modificationstotheoutputoftheengine
must be reported to the insurance pro-
vider and require the vehicle to be recer-
tified. The tires, chassis, brake and
cooling systems must be adapted to the
increased engine power output.
Tampering with the electronic engine
management system modifies emission
values and it will not be possible to guar-
antee the operating safety of the engine
in every case. Increases in performance
may lead to malfunctions and conse-
quential damage to other assemblies.
If you sell the vehicle, failing to inform
the buyer of the modified engine power
output could constitute an offense pun-
ishablebylaw,dependingonthecountry
concerned.
Digital speedometer and total
distance recorder
Modifying the engine power out-
put
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Introduction
Operating safety
The manufacturer recommends the use
ofgenuineSprinterpartsandconversion
parts as well as accessories that have
been expressly approved for your vehi-
cle model (page 600).
These parts have been subjected to spe-
cial tests in order to determine their
safety, reliability and suitability.
Body builder guideline
If you intend on making any alterations
to the vehicle, we strongly recommend
that you select one of the following op-
tions in order to obtain all necessary in-
formation:
Contact the authorized Sprinter
Dealer nearest you to obtain a copy
of the Sprinter Body Builder Guide-
line.
Call Chrysler Vans LLC at telephone
[phone] to request a copy of
the Sprinter Body Builder Guideline
(there may be a charge).
Write to the following address and
order the Sprinter Body Builder
Guideline (there may be a charge).
Chrysler Vans LLC
P.O. Box 21-8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321-8004
United States of America
Vehicle alterations
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Introduction
Operating safety
Bodybuildersanddealerswhomakeany
modifications which may affect the final
certification of the engine, vehicle or
equipment assume the sole responsibil-
ity for the vehicle, including labeling and
documentation, affected by their modifi-
cations.
Itistheirresponsibilitytocertifythatthe
altered vehicle conforms to all applica-
ble standards and regulations affected
by the vehicle alteration or continues to
comply with the motor vehicle safety
standards and emissions regulations.
They are responsible for ensuring that
modifications or equipment installation
does not affect the safety of the vehicle.
The manufacturer is not responsible for
any final certification or claims regard-
ing product liability, or warranty claims,
which result from any component, as-
sembly, or system being altered, or
whichcausenon-compliancewithanyof
theemissioncontrolstandardsormotor
vehiclesafetystandards,orwhichwould
otherwise cause the vehicle to be or be-
come defective or unsafe.
The manufacturer does not assume the
responsibility as the final stage manu-
facturer or the consequential product li-
ability.
Warning G
Any modifications or alterations of the
Sprinter vehicle not in compliance with
the Sprinter Body Builder Guideline and
the Sprinter Operator’s Manual may seri-
ously inhibit its roadworthiness and safe-
ty and may lead to an accident resulting
in serious personal injury or death.
Consult the Sprinter Body Builder Guide-
line and the Sprinter Operator’s Manual
prior to initiating any alterations or modi-
fications.
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Introduction
Operating safety
Observe the following information when
using your vehicle:
The safety notes in this manual
The “Technical data” section in this
manual
Traffic rules and regulations
Motor vehicle laws and safety stan-
dards
Stickers and warning labels
If you should experience a problem with
your vehicle, particularly one that you
believemay affect its safeoperation,we
urge you to immediately contact an au-
thorized Sprinter Dealer to have the
problem diagnosed and corrected if re-
quired.
If the matter is not handled to your sat-
isfaction, please discuss the problem
with the Sprinter Dealer management,
or if necessary contact us at the follow-
ing address.
Correct use
Warning G
Be sure to read the Operating Instructions.
Otherwise, you may not be aware of certain
risks and could injure yourself or others.
Warning G
Variouswarninglabelsareaffixedto your
vehicle. These warning labels are intend-
ed to make you and others aware of vari-
ous risks. You should not remove any of
these warning labels unless explicitly in-
structed to do so by information on the la-
bel itself. Removal of any of these labels
may cause you and others to be unaware
of certain risks whichmay result in anac-
cident and/or personal injury.
Problems with your vehicle
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Operating safety
In the USA:
Chrysler Vans LLC Customer Center
P.O. Box 21-8004
Auburn Hills, MI 48321-8001
United States of America
Telephone: [phone]
In Canada:
Chrysler Canada, Inc. Customer Center
P.O. Box 1621
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Telephone: [phone]
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REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In the 50 United States and Washington D.C.: If you believe that your vehicle has a defect, which could cause a crash or cause
injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to noti-
fying the manufacturer.
If the NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of
vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSAcannotbecomeinvolved inindividual problemsbetween
you, your dealer, and the manufacturer.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153),
orgotohttp://www.safercar.gov;or write to:Administrator,NHTSA,400SeventhStreet,SW.,WashingtonDC20590.Youcan
also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
In Canada:
If you believe that your vehicle has a safety defect, you should contact the Customer Service Department immediately.
Canadian customers who wish to report a safety defect to the Canadian government should write to
Transport Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect Investigations and Recalls, 2780 Sheffield Road, Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9.
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Information regarding electronic recording devices
 Information regarding electronic recording devices
(Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951)
Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data.
This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety.
Chrysler Vans LLC may access the information and share it with others
for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes
with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee
in response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency
for use in dispute resolution involving Chrysler Vans LL, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or
as otherwise required or permitted by law.
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At a glance
1
At a glance
Cockpit............. 18
Instrument cluster............. 20
Steering wheel with buttons*............. 25
Center console............. 26
Overhead control panel*............. 27
Switch units............. 28
Door control panel............. 31
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At a glance
Cockpit
1
Cockpit
N68.10-2287-31
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