If you guys are really interested, I will underwrite in part as to the data that pertains to separate countries as to no one data file being identical etc. Daimler AG has extensive archival information that shows in this instance,as to why a recommendation is suggested for pre-preventive failures with glow plugs it is one of many issues that Daimler AG deals with at different intervals with data ,for maintenance schedules.
The PDF is encrypted so I can not down load this , for general viewing as to Daimler AG information for x amount of reasoning but where not copyright is so concerned, but to Daimler AG' protecting their intellectual rights to technologies. In brief as modern computer systems expanding with data, there is an ever increasing demand with data information as each year passes, the data is added to which increases the likely hood of errors via a computer command systems we have these on the NAG transmission etc.
Diagnostics for Germany, Australia N/America South Africa,etc use different parameter's of data for engine maintenance for each region, based on Temperature , Elevation, fuel quality, and oils etc, this is just a snippet as to How advanced an engine program can be altered to a region.
Daimler has been working on this for a fool proof error free system it is in part already operating on another vehicle of Mercedes-Benz vehicles commercial unit.
One can only program a system if the system is working in synergy with it's programs that have been throughly tested. that comply to a rating of tolerances elevations of temperatures with the correct fuel bar set, in part Fuel in the N/American sector has been an issue as to being inconsistent. as to extreme variations of the ASTM standards, Winter is an issue and there is a full quotation from D AG that covers this in full.
I could equally argue as to dealer ships failing to pass on informations to it's staff and technical work force. or say it maybe was never read! or understood in part...Dealers can apply for training programs..and for updated information this is not free, there is a minimal charge for the service, to cover the basic costs of the programs for it's students!who wish to advance in the increasing technology of learnings from Daimler AG ....It is not free.
This does entail equipment to be upgraded another cost! the dealer has to pay for this, if it's not done then how can a mechanic or technician throughly commit to undertake, said works in a professional manor if the operative has not been fully trained, and or provided with a continuance of upgraded information, and the correct tools of technology that is required to execute the works be it a repair, or an electronic reset.
If you want a write up I will do it over a two day period as to cutting the information down 5 thousand pages I can not do, I can also help to explain in part,, as to where errors come into play from programming etc.
Canada has temperature elevations as to seasonal changes to deal with, High sulfur fuels even with ULSD if it's being used bearing in mind the ULSD fuel is recent as opposed to extremely poor quality Diesel, that has no additive provided to help keep the engine in prime operating conditions.
This is not a Daimler AG problem with the Sprinters proper, but as to NAFTA agreements for local content, and how the sprinter was set for the N/American system.
The Sprinter is not perfect, but the problem to correct procedures of servicing,is underlying with tiered Management and it's own policies. that conflict to D AG and it's operations.
A mechanic technician can take up to seven years to learn his trade that covers every single section to service and maintain a Mercedes-Benz group of varied products these guys earn top dollar and have earned the right to command a high wage return any Fully qualified MB trained operative can demand his own wage
especially in Diesel engines after eight years of being on the job, He or she does his apprenticeship, and the world is his oyster if he or she so chooses to pursue a career of advancement with-in the ranks of Daimler AG and it's extensive network of design manufacturing ,and with in partnership with it's aligned subsidiary's, are available world-wide, to put you in a start position from the shop floor, that can take you to the very top of the COE's. 4 years of low wages, after hours studying exams you name it...these guys, deserve the respect they are entilled to..They worked for it and the rewards that follows. Listen to the Doctor=Andy
Richard.
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