freightliner Sprinter Operator's Manual

The first 1000 miles (1500 km)
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Operation
i This Operator’s Manual describes all fea-
tures, standard or optional, potentially available
for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please
be aware that your vehicle might not be
equipped with all features described in this man-
ual.
You will find detailed information about op-
erating, maintaining and caring for your ve-
hicle in the "Operation" section.
It is of decisive importance for the operat-
ing life, reliability and economy of the vehi-
cle that the engine is not subjected to its
full rated load during the running-in period.
Up to 1000 miles (1500 km)
O Break in the vehicle gently. Drive at
varying road and engine speeds for the
first 1000 miles (1500 km).
O Avoid heavy loads during this time, e.g.
driving at full throttle. Do not exceed
3
/
4
of the maximum permissible
engine speed for each gear.
O Avoid depressing the accelerator pedal
in vehicles beyond the pressure point
(kickdown).
O Do not downshift manually in order to
brake.
O Only use shift ranges 4, 3, 2 and 1 for
slow driving, e.g. in mountainous ter-
rain.
After 1000 miles (1500)
O Gradually bring the vehicle up to full
road and engine speeds.
i These instructions must also be observed if
you have the engine, the transmission or the rear
axle differential of your vehicle replaced.
For information about driving in winter and
with snow chains, see "Winter driving"
(e page 191).
Transporting your vehicle by rail may be
subject to certain restrictions or require
special measures to be taken in some
countries due to varying tunnel heights
and loading standards.
You can obtain information at any
authorized Sprinter Dealer.
Trailer hitches
Only install a trailer hitch receiver ap-
proved for your vehicle. For information on
availability and installation, please see
your authorized Sprinter Dealer. The notes
on operation, care and maintenance is-
sued by the trailer hitch manufacturer
should be observed.
! The bumpers on your vehicle are not de-
signed for use with clamp-type hitches. Do not
attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitch-
es to them. Damage to the bumpers which oc-
curs as a result of fitting a ball hitch is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Vehicle equipment
The first 1000 miles (1500 km)
Driving tips
Rail transport
Trailer towing
G Warning
Failure to use proper equipment and driving
technique can result in a loss of vehicle con-
trol when towing a trailer.
Improper towing or failure to follow the in-
structions contained in this guide can result
in serious injury.
Follow the guidelines below carefully to as-
sure safe trailer operation.
Ask your authorized Sprinter Dealer if you re-
quire an explanation of information contained
in this manual.

freightliner Sprinter Specifications

General

Brand	freightliner
Model	Sprinter
Category	Automobile
Language	English