Introduction
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Do not allow the electronically stored total
distance covered by your vehicle to be
modified as a result of tampering with 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.
Having the engine power output of your
vehicle increased by tampering with the
electronic engine management system will
invalidate the vehicle's general operating
permit and insurance coverage, as well as
your New Vehicle Limited Warranty and
warranty entitlement.
Modifications to the output of the engine
must be reported to the insurance provider
and require the vehicle to be recertified.
The tires, chassis, brake and cooling sys-
tems must be adapted to the increased en-
gine power output.
Tampering with the electronic engine man-
agement system modifies emission values
and it will not be possible to guarantee the
operating safety of the engine in every
case. Increases in performance may lead
to malfunctions and consequential dam-
age to other assemblies.
If you sell the vehicle, failing to inform the
buyer of the modified engine power output
could constitute an offense punishable by
law, depending on the country concerned.
We recommend the use of genuine Sprint-
er parts and conversion parts as well as ac-
cessories that have been expressly
approved for your vehicle model
(
e page 278).
These parts have been subjected to spe-
cial tests in order to determine their safety,
reliability and suitability.
! For safety reasons, have bodies manufac-
tured and fitted in accordance with the valid
body/equipment mounting directives. These
body/equipment mounting directives ensure
that the chassis and the body form one unit and
that maximum operating and road safety is
achieved.
For safety reasons, we recommend that:
O no other modifications be made to the vehi-
cle.
O approval be obtained from us in the event of
deviations from approved body/equipment
mounting directives. Approval from certified
inspection agencies or official approvals do
not eliminate all possible and potential risks
to your safety.
! The wooden cargo floor fitted at the factory
is an integral component of the vehicle structure.
The body can be damaged if you remove the
wooden floor. The security of the load is then
compromised and the maximum loading capaci-
ty of the lashing points can no longer be guaran-
teed. For this reason, you should not have the
wooden floor removed.
Even seemingly small changes to the vehi-
cle, such as attaching a radiator cover for
winter driving or as protection against in-
sects, are not allowed. These could cause
the engine diagnostics to register incorrect
data. The recording of engine diagnostic
data is a legal requirement, and must al-
ways be verifiable and accurate.
Digital speedometer and total
distance recorder
Modifying the engine power output
Vehicle alterations
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