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Some General Information for Owners New to Sprinters
I presume if you are reading this then you are new to Sprinters so first let me extend to you a hale and hearty welcome to the forum. welcome2.gif The Sprinter has some quirks and differences that many people wouldn't be aware of even if familiar with other brand vans. If you aren't generally inclined to read the operator manual, you really should read your Sprinter manual. If you don't have one there are downloads listed in the Database sections of Sprinter-source. or Quote:
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) - If you run with only DRL's then the backlighting for the heater controls and other dash switches will not light. You also will only have the stalk high beam flash. The constant high beam select isn't available until you twist the stalk end and manually turn on your light circuit. Shift Select - The various forward gears can be selected by gently bumping the shift lever side to side. The gear number on the dash shows what is selected. It does not change to show which gear the transmission is presently in. "Drive" is actually an overdrive gear ratio so if fully loaded you might best tap down a gear on long uphill grades. Side Mirrors - The flat side mirrors have huge blind spots. Get into the habit of checking the optional OEM top smaller mirror before any lane changes. Consider adding stick on blind spot mirrors if you don't have the small top mirrors. Backup Alarm - If you have an OEM backup alarm there is a low volume feature. The noise level toggles up and down by moving the shifter to neutral and then back into reverse. ASR/ESP - Anti Skid Response/Electronic Stability Program The computer will take over by using braking controls should it sense that your wheels are slipping or you've gone into a skid. The control pulses the brakes so when it activates there may be chattering noises which could sound like drive line component problems. It is normal operation and is especially likely to happen in icy conditions. Truck Fuel Nozzles - If you need to use a diesel large spout high volume nozzle (I avoid them whenever possible) be certain to use it on a low flow setting. When the truck nozzle is used fully open the fuel can pressure lock and blow off your fuel tank vent components before the handle auto shutoff can react to stop flow. Tire Size - All the tires on your Sprinter need to be the same size. The ESP computer monitors and compares all wheel speeds while moving. If the tires aren't the same size the computer will interpret that as a problem. Speed Limiter - U.S. and Canadian Sprinters have a speed limiter. It is likely set to 85 mph max. With stock tire size that will actually top out at 82 - 83 mph by your GPS. Engine Oil - The Sprinter has a high and low oil level sensor and dash indication. It does NOT have an oil pressure monitor or gauge. It is fairly sensitive to over filling at oil change. The T1N takes 9.5 quarts of oil. The NCV3 needs 13.5 quarts. Not a drop more. Do not dump in that extra last 1/2 quart of the 10 or 14 you bought. When I change my oil I personally leave the last 0.5 quart for later. The low level monitor is for obvious reasons. The high level monitor is to warn you in case the oil level is raised by fuel dilution. That is not a common problem, but if the high oil level monitor comes on at a time other than right after an oil change (people add too much oil) then it shouldn't be ignored. If the oil level gets excessively high the oil can dilute or be drawn into the intake and burned as fuel uncontrollably (runaway). Quote:
I personally recommend NOT using MB229.51 or MB229.52 oil unless you have a DPF that requires it. Some detail is here. Engine Oil MB 229.51 or 229.52 best for T1N's? https://sprinter-source.com/forum/sh...ad.php?t=53059 Adding Options - Some factory options are difficult to add to Sprinters after the fact. Some are next to impossible to add no matter how much money you are willing to spend. If you order a Sprinter make certain to research what options you need to get it right the first time. Wire Harnesses - All Sprinters are built with custom wire harnesses as to options ordered. If your Sprinter was not ordered with rear speakers, backup camera, trailer wiring, etc. then the wiring is not there for those things. In most cases don't even bother to look for it. Transmission Dipstick - The Sprinter does not come with a transmission dipstick for checking level. There are "good and bad" aftermarket dipsticks on the market. The good ones have stop ears. Starting Fluid - Do not regularly use starting fluid (ether) with your diesel Sprinter. It can ignite at the wrong time during the piston stroke and cause major damage. The glow plugs can easily ignite starting fluid at the wrong time. Fuse Locations - There are 3 places to check for fuses in a T1N. A large capacity fuse block mounted right on the battery. Fuse Block #1 under the steering column. Fuse/Relay Block #2/3 under the driver seat. You must consult the fuse maps on the covers because fuse/relay locations can vary greatly based upon options ordered from the factory. Do not completely trust the fuse maps. They are notoriously incomplete. Always check ALL fuses for electrical issues. Radio Code - The OEM Sprinter Sound series radio has a security code feature. If your battery goes dead or is disconnected then you will need to enter the code to return radio operation. Someone once quipped that given the audio quality of the OEM Sprinter radio, needing a code is like putting a security guard on a manure pile. A decent new DIN mount radio/head unit with cell phone capability is about 100 bucks. Worth the investment. Alloy Wheels - Do not use the longer alloy wheel bolts on the steel spare. The bolts will extend too far into the hub and cause serious damage. Be very aware that many aftermarket alloy wheels may not be rated to proper capacity for a Sprinter. Fuel Gauge Display - NCV3 fuel level display is calculated by monitored consumption not just the fuel level sensor. (This may apply to T1N's too??) Extended use of a generator or diesel fired heater may cause the fuel gauge to not show a proper level. Beware. It can be optimistic. There is more information in these threads. An unabashed advertisement. If you find the style of the above thread helpful I have some others. Stoopid Things - condensed. http://sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?t=8285 Cheap Tricks condensed (The condensed list has short descriptions to aid searching.) http://sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?t=9255 Used Sprinter Buying Tips http://sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5174 Check Engine Light DTC MIL Codes List http://sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5369 Limp Home Mode comments http://sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?t=7173 Trailer Wiring OEM Harness vs. Light Module http://sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?t=7328 Tools - Quality, Special, Dodge, MB, Mercedes, Hose Clamp http://sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?t=10485 20170727 Edit:Add your vehicle info to all your posts automatically!!!!!It will help you to get answers. Thank you. The most direct method is probably in your "Details". In the Blue bar above click "Quick Links". Scroll down to the "Custom User Title" box. Click in that box and type in at least your Sprinter MY (Model Year). Scroll down to the "Save Changes" box. Click on that and you are done. Whatever you enter will be displayed at the bottom of your member icon. The other place is in your "Signature". In the Blue bar above click "Quick Links". Select "Edit Signature". Scroll down to the text box which looks like what you use to add a post to the forum. Type in at least your Sprinter MY (Model Year). Scroll down to "Preview Signature". If the preview looks like what you want, scroll down to "Save Signature", click on that and you're done. Whatever you enter will be displayed at the bottom of every one of your posts. (If signatures don't display go back to "Quick Links" and "Edit Options" to allow signature display.) *************** Doktor A is Andy Bittenbinder. An excellent mechanic/designer who specializes in Sprinters. He is generously willing to share his vast knowledge to those in need. A most important phone number to keep handy. I have it saved to my cell phone and written in grease pencil under my hood. Should you call him please remember that he is in the Eastern Time Zone. **** A posted response by Doktor A. **** Re: Searching for Doctor A -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- My 24/7 Sprinter Hot Line I ask that callers please leave their phone number, model year of Sprinter and brief details of their Sprinter related issue. Kindly identify if you are a repair tech or an owner. I find that the Hot Line is a valuable tool which helps expand my data base and my mind. Many callers become friends, clients and visitors. My new Doktor A commercial annex location, here in My in house parts department stocks EVERYTHING for Sprinter, new and used. Messages asking for emergency road advice are always given priority. Doktor A Quote:
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After a bit of reflection I decided that there is no reason to close this thread as long as future additions stay on topic with specific tips for new owners and no questions to make the thread too long. In my opinion the Cheap Tricks and Stoopid Things threads do what I intended, but they have gotten a bit cumbersome.
Thanks goes to those who gave me input for my edits to date. Feel free to add any little quirks which you found confusing as a new to Sprinters owner. vic
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Your Sprinter diesel engine will create quite a bit of black soot that ends up in the engine oil. One of the properties of a good diesel engine oil is that it will suspend those particles and help prevent sludging.
When you drain your oil, replace the oil filter, and install new oil the little bit of old black oil left as a film (or trapped in small pockets so it couldn't drain) will mix with the new oil and cause it to quickly turn black. This is a normal occurance in diesel engines. If you notice that your new oil looks black shortly after an oil change it is not an indication that the shop cheated you, or that the engine is going to fail at any minute. It is very normal. vic Some general information, mostly my opinions, about oils and fluids. FWIW. vic My goal is to refrain from Sprinter fluid discussion. (For me it’s a goal which is not easily attained.) This is my canned fluid response with what I think contains some practical information. . Of course the easiest answer as to proper fluids is to direct people to the Mercedes Benz BEVO site which is the official information for MB vehicle fluids. Personally I find that the site is often not easy to extract the information you seek. Another issue for NAFTA owners is that many of the products they list are just not readily available, or available at all, in North America. Here is the English language official MB BEVO link. http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com/index.php?language_id=1 The MB and Sprinter market in North America is fairly small. Because of that there may be many readily available products which would pass the MB spec tests, but just are not submitted to MB. The return on investment for the approval process just may not be there for them. Just my thoughts, I have no data. Power Steering Fluid The history of what is the PROPER power steering fluid in the Sprinter is long and ugly. The NAFTA 2003 Operator Manual mentions Mopar ATF+4. My 2004 Dodge manual lists MB 341.0 or ATF III. The BEVO list includes a number of MB 236.X suggestions as of this writing. Because so many different products have been listed over the years I say it must not make much difference as to what is actually used. One thread is here. http://sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?t=23006 I have used Lucas Power Steering Stop Leak on my 2004 Sprinter with good results. It has now been over 40,000 miles since I added it. There are some comments and at least one additional Lucas user in this thread. Clunk, Clunk. Ball Joint or Rack n Pinion? http://sprinter-source.com/forum/sho...461#post201461 Differential Fluid I put the differential fluid in the same general perspective as power steering fluid. It is conventional so any good quality GL5 rated XX-90 weight gear oil is on my list ( not XX-140 although people do report using it.). Some members do recommend only synthetic products. For those interested, MB dealers should have 90w Mobil Delvac in quarts Is there a Camping World near you? Quote:
http://sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?t=19635 And this post. Although Dennis does not support my general view on diff fluid with his last comment. Fair enough. http://sprinter-source.com/forum/sho...828#post202828 Engine Oil This is probably a bit more critical especially if you are using the ASSYST information to extend oil changes. Sprinter diesel owners with a DPF should not stray from the MB 229.51 (Mobil 1 5w-40 Formula M ESP Emissions System Protection low ash formula meets the spec 229.51 and also 229.31). To use anything else risks fouling the DPF and possibly the EGR system = costing many dollar$$$. Some (too many?) of my thoughts are here. http://sprinter-source.com/forum/sho...&postcount=171 If this information matters to anyone, for my 2004 OM647 Sprinter I have settled on using Mobil 1 0w-40 European Car Formula MB229.5 which I stockpile when on sale. I find it to be too expensive otherwise. NAG1 Transmission Perhaps the most critical of the fluids in my mind as to staying with MB BEVO spec fluid. (Aside from Low Ash engine oil if you have a DPF.) That said, for the T1N I believe either MB spec 236.12 or 236.14 is fine. The viscosity of the 236.14 is said to be a bit thinner. Either can be mixed without any problem. Valvoline Maxlife Dex/Merc (red container about $18/gallon jug) lists Mercedes NAG1 and mentions synthetic base stocks on the label (semi-synthetic?), but not a MB spec number. In my opinion it probably will work fine if you're looking for something more readily available or for top off. (I did experience cold temperature shudder until after warm-up when I tried the MaxLife.) Edit: I have since completely drained the TC and pan to replace the Maxlife drain pan only fill. I then used Shell 134 MB236.14 approved fluid. The shudder in cold weather at first stop signs is less, but definitely still there. I noticed no shudder once we were down in warm Florida on vacation. Doktor A recently mentioned that a pan drain only in response to shudder is a waste of money. A complete TC and pan drain is required. My pan drain only and MaxLife refill may not have been a fair test. FWIW. Some info is here. http://sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5027 Do with this information what you will. Be careful with engine oil and transmission fluid. I don't think choosing a good quality fluid will result in Sprinter power steering system/differential life or death even absent a MB spec rating, but others Here’s a nice reference posted by Boater. http://www.febi.com/fileadmin/user_u...rochure_GB.pdf Added: Quote:
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My latest comment regarding the Malfunction Indicator Light MIL (aka CEL, ECU) coming on.
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A recent comment by a dealership. Quote:
As always, clicking the blue arrow icon within the quote box takes you to the original thread/post. More detailed MIL comments and info are here: http://sprinter-source.com/forum/sho...0169#post50169 A recent MIL thread is here. http://sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?t=29268 The AdBlue related thread is here. (AdBlue does NOT apply to T1N Sprinters or early model NCV3's.) http://sprinter-source.com/forum/sho...437#post224437 Here is a list of MB dash icons. The pictures and basic info are very worthwhile. In some cases the suggested operator response is legal and dealership speak. http://autolah.blogspot.com/2013/07/...s-on-your.html Added: Quote:
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A recent Fuel Additives thread which may help to answer some new owner questions. Thanks goes to all contributors. vic
Diesel Fuel Addititives ? http://sprinter-source.com/forum/showthread.php?t=25615 From another thread. Quote:
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DRBIII, DAD and some other acronyms which may come up
There is now another dedicated/copied thread which has some additional information. http://sprinter-source.com/forum/sho...d.php?p=483238 Quote:
It is a fleet purchased aftermarket scan tool which Doktor A supplied at a great low price until the supply dried up. If memory serves it is related to the Carsoft technology. It accesses via K-line communication and will work on 2001 - 2006 (NAFTA) T1N Sprinters. It may also work on Euro models. I'm 100% certain that it will not work on any NCV3 models (CAN bus accessed). Quote:
![]() "It is the Chrysler(Dodge) factory scan tool. It stands for Diagnostic Readout Box (model 3?). The DRB III was/is used for vehicles up till the 2006 model year." The DRBIII and Sprinters up to MY 2006 use K-line for scan tool/module communication. http://www.ask.com/question/drb-scan-tool Actually the 2006 reference is incorrect. Many post 2006 Dodge/Chrysler vehicles (non-CAN bus access) still use the DRBIII tool. Newer generation CAN bus vehicles respond to the StarScan, Wi-Tech or StarMobile tool. I know that the 2007 Sprinters can use those tools. I don't believe later model Sprinters than 2007 do. (Where is Jon Caples when you need him??) These are all the Same Picture of an Engine on the Dash Warning Light Names are interchangeable: MIL Malfunction Indicator Light, CEL Check Engine Light, ECU Engine Control Unit as in this page from the manual. (common name used across the pond) MILmanual.jpg 150OBD.jpg Some other acronyms you'll likely run into. 001AcronymsAbbreviationsWnotes.jpg 001AcronymsAbbreviationsFuelwNotes.jpg 002CrossRefChartSmWnotes.jpg Edit: It has been reported that a Mercedes Benz dealership may also call the main engine computer the CDI module Common rail Direct Injection. DFI is Digital Fuel Injection. More here: ASSYST Active Service System (maintenance monitor) FB #1 = Fuse Box #1 under the steering column. FB #2 = under driver seat. FB #3 = Who knows? Possibly included in FB #2? ABS – Anti-Lock Brakes ABRS – Air Bag Restraint System AIS – Air Injection System Alt. – Alternator A/T – Automatic Transmission ATC – Automatic Temperature Control ATF – Automatic Transmission Fluid AWD – All Wheel Drive AXOD – Automatic Transaxle Overdrive B+ – Battery Positive Voltage BCM – Body Control Module BHP – Brake Horsepower BOO – Brake On-Off Switch BTU – British Thermal Unit CAT – Catalytic Converter CCC – Computer Command Control CDI – Capacitor Discharge Ignition CEL - Check Engine Light (aka MIL or ECU) CRD - Common Rail Diesel (Jeep Liberty) CTS – Coolant Temperature Sensor DEFI – Digital Electronic Fuel Injection DFI – Digital Fuel Injection DIC – Driver Information Center DIS – Distributorless Ignition System DLC – Data Link Connector DTC - Diagnostic Trouble Code ECM - Engine Control Module aka Electronic Control Module ECT – Engine Coolant Temperature ECU - Electronic Control Unit aka Engine Control Unit EFI – Electronic Fuel Injection EI – Electronic Ignition EVIC- Electronic Vehicle Information Center FI – Fuel Injection FLS – Fluid Level Sensor FWD – Front-Wheel Drive GDI – Gasoline Direct Injection GPM – Grams Per Mile GPS – Global Positioning System GVW – Gross Vehicle Weight HC – Hydrocarbons H/D – Heavy Duty HLDT – Headlight hp – Horsepower HP – High Performance Hz – Hertz(Cycles Per Second) IFI – Indirect Fuel Injection Inj. – Injector IP – Instrument Panel IC - Instrument Cluster IC - Integrated Circuit KAPWR – Keep Alive Power KM/H – Kilometers Per Hour kV – Kilovolt LCD – Liquid Crystal Display L/D – Light Duty LED – Light Emitting Diode LWB - Long Wheel-Base mA – Milliamps MFI - Multiport Fuel Injection MIL – Malfunction Indicator Light MPI – Multi-Point (Fuel) Injection MPV – Multi-Purpose Vehicle mV – Millivolts NOX – Oxides of Nitrogen O2S – Oxygen Sensor OBD – On-board Diagnostics OCI - Oil Change Interval OD – Overdrive OE – Original Equipment OEM – Original Equipment Manufacturer O/S – Oversize OS – Oxygen Sensor P/B - Power Bakes P/N – Part Number PA – Pressure Air PAS – Power-Assisted Steering PCM – Powertrain Control Module PGM-FI – Programmed Fuel Injection PNP – Park Neutral Position Switch P/N – Park/Neutral PPM – Parts Per Million PRNDL – Park Reverse Neutral Drive Low P/S – Power Steering PSI – Pounds Per Square Inch PSP – Power Steering Pressure PTC – Pending Trouble Code PTO – Power Take-Off PWR – Power to Weight Ratio R&R - Remove and Re-install R/A - Resume or Accelerate RABS - Rear Anti-lock Brake System RAC – Remote Accessory Controller RAM – Remote Anti-theft Module RAV – Remote Activation Verification RCC – Rear Climate Control RCC – Remote Climate Control RCDLR – Remote Control Door Lock Receiver RDCM – Right Door Control Module RDM – Rear Door Module RDS - Radio Display System RECAL – Recalibration RECIRC - Recirculation RECIS – Remote Entry Control and Immobilizer System RESC - Remote Emergency Satellite Unit REX – Rear Exchanger RF – Radio Frequency RF – Right Front RFA – Remote Function Actuator RFI - Radio Frequency Interference RFWS – Right Front Wheel Speed RIM - Radio Interface Module RIM – Rear Integration Module RKE – Remote Keyless Entry Rly – Relay RM - Relay Module RMD - Right Mid Door RPA – Rear Parking Assist RPM – Remote Power Module RPM – Revolutions Per Minute RPO – Regular Production Option R & R – Remove and Replace RR – Right Rear RRD – Right Rear Door RSA – Rear Seat Audio RSC – Roll Stability Control RSS – Reverse Sensing System RSS – Road Sensing Suspension R/T – Road/Track RV – Recreational Vehicle RVAC – Rear Video/Audi/HVAC Module RWAL – Rear Wheel Anti-lock RWD – Rear Wheel Drive RWS – Rear Wheel Steer SC – Supercharged SEFI – Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection SES – Service Engine Soon SFI – Sequential Fuel Injection SIL – Shift Indicator Light SIR – Supplemental Inflatable Restraint SIPS – Side Impact Protection System SPFI - Sequential Port Fuel Injection SRI – Service Reminder Indicator SRS – Secondary Restraint System SS – Speed Sensor Sw. – Switch SWB – Short Wheel-Base TACH – Tachometer TB – Throttle Body TC- Turbocharged TD – Turbo Diesel TDI – Turbo Direct Injection TPI – Tuned Port Injection V – Valve Vac. – Vacuum VAPS – Variable Assist Power Steering VIN - Vehicle Identification Number VOM – Volt-Ohmmeter VSS - Vehicle Speed Sensor http://mbworld.org/forums/c32-amg-c5...-database.html vic
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Here is a list of MB dash icons. The pictures and basic info are very worthwhile. In some cases the suggested operator response is legal and dealership speak.
Info from DesertAdventures. ![]() https://web.archive.org/web/20150810...dicator-lights Edit: It appears that the list and explanations have been shortened? That is too bad. There was some nice information there. Look for the Dashboard Warning Lights link on the left. There are also a few videos listed. Note that a red dash icon indicates a more important issue to seek service. That is as opposed to the yellow color icons.
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When the air conditioning is off the dash indicator light is on.
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Good tip. I believe that applies to [earlier] NCV3 models, not T1N. at some time the NCV3 A/C changed back to a more conventional light on with A/C on design. vic
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