2007 Sprinter Van Owner's Manual

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Practical hints
What to do if ...
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The yellow ESP
®
, ABS, ASR/BAS
indicator lamps and the red
brake system indicator lamp are
lit while the engine is running.
WARNING G
EBV has been deactivated due to undervolt-
age.
The battery may not be being charged.
The rear wheels could lock up sooner than
expected when you apply the brakes.
 Also observe the messages in the dis-
play on vehicles with steering wheel
buttons ( page 284).
 Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so.
 Do not drive any further.
 Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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The red brake system indicator
lamp is lit while the engine is run-
ning.
A signal also sounds.
WARNING G
There is insufficient brake fluid in the fluid
reservoir.
 Also observe the messages in the dis-
play on vehicles with steering wheel
buttons ( page 284).
 Do not add brake fluid under any cir-
cumstances. This will not solve the
problem.
 Do not drive any further.
 Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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When towing a trailer:
The red brake system indicator
lamp is lit while the engine is run-
ning.
A signal also sounds.
WARNING G
The trailer's brake booster is malfunctioning.
The vehicle's driving and braking characteris-
tics may change. There is a risk of the trailer
overbraking.
 Also observe the messages in the dis-
play on vehicles with steering wheel
buttons ( page 284).
 Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe
to do so.
 Do not drive any further.
 Consult an authorized Sprinter Dealer.
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