Common questions

What is the engine code for a Mercedes Sprinter?

What is the engine code for a Mercedes Sprinter?

Engine code 00 Make Year of construction Engine capacity Mercedes Vito 1999 – BMW 1-Serie 2016 1,995 cc BMW 3-Serie 2015 2,000 cc Peugeot 406 2002 1,997 cc

When did the Turbo fail on my Dodge Sprinter?

My turbo resonator failed on July 26, 2008 (2006 Sprinter with 7300 miles) en route to ONT from NJ on a Sunday afternoon. Flemington NJ Dodge dealership was useless as was Chrysler 800#.

What’s the problem with my Dodge Sprinter 3500?

My 2006 Dodge Sprinter 3500 / 2007 Winnebago View has suffered its 2nd turbo resonator failure with ~2,200 miles between the 1st and 2nd failures. The first failure was shortly after I bought the vehicle last summer. The resonator was replaced with the manufacturer’s part Rev AB. That part failed last Saturday on the Interstate.

Where can I get a Dodge Sprinter with no boost?

Update: Had a 2nd event of sudden loss of power / no boost on the I20 just west of Atlanta on a weekend trip with my Sprinter 3500 (2006) Winnebago View (2007). Aborted trip and limped back on my own power to dealer in Canton, GA that has Service Department working on Saturdays.

My turbo resonator failed on July 26, 2008 (2006 Sprinter with 7300 miles) en route to ONT from NJ on a Sunday afternoon. Flemington NJ Dodge dealership was useless as was Chrysler 800#.

My 2006 Dodge Sprinter 3500 / 2007 Winnebago View has suffered its 2nd turbo resonator failure with ~2,200 miles between the 1st and 2nd failures. The first failure was shortly after I bought the vehicle last summer. The resonator was replaced with the manufacturer’s part Rev AB. That part failed last Saturday on the Interstate.

Is there a warranty on a Dodge Sprinter?

The aluminum turbo resonator eliminator is not only approved for installation, it is being recommended by Dodge Sprinter service reps all across the Country. Further, the Magnuson warranty act would specifically MAKE them honor your warranty, since this part does not change the operation, or function of any system on the vehicle.

What causes Turbo limp home in Mercedes Sprinter?

That is why the dreaded turbo limp home fault often occurs without any indication on the dashboard. Normally Sprinter engine revs are ECU limited whilst stationary to around 3500 rpm. Depressing the clutch and then further releasing it should now allow revs to increase above this range to the rev limit.

How to tell if a Mercedes Sprinter has a fault?

If no control voltage is present look for a break in the wiring from the valve to the ECU. Trace back the wires to the ECU connector and prove continuity exists from the ECU connector to the valve. Pin outs and wire colours are given in the included diagrams.

What should I do if my Mercedes Sprinter has no vacuum?

Once good vacuum supply has been determined, with the ignition off (no power to the valve and no vacuum present) the route of vacuum should be blocked by the valve to the turbo actuator.

What is the problem with my Dodge Sprinter?

Check for all loose connections to air box, turbo, both ends of intercooler, and especially the turbo resonator (do not over-tighten). Double check for holes in the intercooler as well. Double and triple check the TURBO RESONATOR, it is probably split due to manufacturing problems, vibrations, and/or stresses like turbo pressure…

Update: Had a 2nd event of sudden loss of power / no boost on the I20 just west of Atlanta on a weekend trip with my Sprinter 3500 (2006) Winnebago View (2007). Aborted trip and limped back on my own power to dealer in Canton, GA that has Service Department working on Saturdays.

What causes boost to fail on Sprinter van?

Turbocharger Actuator On the modern diesel engine used in the Sprinter van, boost pressure is controller using a vane-system. The control valve for the vane system is electronically controlled and can fail. The turbocharger is still healthy, only the control valve has failed.

Where is the glow plug number on a sprinter?

Check the error code, it will be a number between P0671 and P0676, where the last digit indicates the glow plug number (i.e. P0675 is for glow plug in cylinder #5). I have read that engine codes for the older T1N (2002-2006) Sprinter are unreliable, but this isn’t a problem for the NCV3.

How are the cylinders numbered on a sprinter?

The cylinders on the Sprinter are numbered from #1-6 in the following order (1, 2, 3 are passenger side; 4, 5, 6 are driver side): For reference, the following picture shows the general location of the glow plugs, the fuel filter and the turbo resonator.

What are the trouble codes on a Dodge?

1 Dodge Codes 2 Trouble Code 3 P0171 4 P0300 5 P0301 6 P0340 7 P0420 8 P1000 – P1099 (Fuel and air metering and auxiliary emission control) 9 P1200 – P1299 (Fuel and air metering – injector circuit) 10 P1300 – P1399 (Ignition system or misfire)

That is why the dreaded turbo limp home fault often occurs without any indication on the dashboard. Normally Sprinter engine revs are ECU limited whilst stationary to around 3500 rpm. Depressing the clutch and then further releasing it should now allow revs to increase above this range to the rev limit.

What does code u1900 mean on a Ford?

Note that while the CAN (Controller Area Network) serial communication system connects all the control modules on a Ford application to each other, code U1900 (mostly) specifically refers ONLY to communication failures in the circuits within the greater CAN system that connect the PCM, ABS control module, and the instrument cluster.

What to do with a p0730 OBD-II trouble code?

The P0730 code is diagnosed with an OBD-II scanner in the hands of a qualified technician. This will provide them with the necessary information from the engine that they can view in real-time. The code will be cleared and the mechanic will take the car for a test drive.

What causes the OBD-II scanner error code p2135?

For example, there might be a corroded wire or a short in one of the connections leading to the sensors or the Power Control Module. The OBD-II scanner error code P2135 problem refers to a problem with the voltage transmission between the throttle and its sensors.

Why is my OBD2 scanner not communicating with my car?

Each time I have tried scanning my vehicle for codes using the OBDII scanner, there is a message on the scanner stating that it is unable to communicate with vehicle. There are lots of issues with my car, but I am not able to correct them because of the OBDII issues.

What was the problem with my Dodge Sprinter?

I have two 2003 3500 Dodge Sprinters that I’ve had since new. Both have approxmatly 150K miles on them. The first one developed a loss of power around 125K and the problem was traced to leaking fuel injectors around the seal for the injector and caused replacement of head, all injectors and injector seals. The dealer replaced these items.

What was the fatal flaw of the Mercedes Benz Sprinter?

This article is being written to warn potential buyers of this vehicle of the fatal flaw hidden in each of these vehicles. Prior to 2008, when the United States Government mandated diesel exhaust regulations, the Sprinter, manufactured by Mercedes Benz and sold as a Dodge was a real workhorse.

What is the diagnostic code for a Dodge check engine?

Refer to our Generic OBD II code list for definitions on all other Dodge diagnostic trouble codes. Manufacturer Specific Codes P0138HO2S12 High Voltage – Related Information P0442Medium EVAP Leak – Related Information P0455Large EVAP Leak – Related Information P0601Internal PCM Controller Failure- Related Information

I have two 2003 3500 Dodge Sprinters that I’ve had since new. Both have approxmatly 150K miles on them. The first one developed a loss of power around 125K and the problem was traced to leaking fuel injectors around the seal for the injector and caused replacement of head, all injectors and injector seals. The dealer replaced these items.

What does the check engine warning light on a Mercedes Sprinter mean?

Description: The Mercedes Sprinter engine oil level light comes on in yellow and is typically associated with low engine oil level. Description: The Mercedes Sprinter check engine warning light has several potential faults associated with it. When the check engine warning light comes on, fault codes are stored and must be read by a diagnostic tool.

This article is being written to warn potential buyers of this vehicle of the fatal flaw hidden in each of these vehicles. Prior to 2008, when the United States Government mandated diesel exhaust regulations, the Sprinter, manufactured by Mercedes Benz and sold as a Dodge was a real workhorse.

Check for all loose connections to air box, turbo, both ends of intercooler, and especially the turbo resonator (do not over-tighten). Double check for holes in the intercooler as well. Double and triple check the TURBO RESONATOR, it is probably split due to manufacturing problems, vibrations, and/or stresses like turbo pressure…

What should the rail pressure be on a Sprinter diesel?

Check rail pressure when engine is off, it should be 0 PSI (+/- 500 PSI). Aerated or restricted fuel supply. Excessive idle time can cause white smoke when cold due to carbon build up on injector tips. More than 20% idle time is excessive. 2007-2009 model years use an electric supply pump in the tank to feed the CP pump at 59 +-2 PSI.

How long does it take to fix Daimler sprinter?

The automaker has three years from those dates to fix 85% of affected Sprinter vans. If Daimler doesn’t hit the specified percentages by the deadlines, it faces fines of $6.4 million for each percentage point it falls short on cars and $9.1 million for each point short on vans. California, meanwhile]

How to reset service indicator on MB sprinter?

1. Switch on ignition. If the exceeding of the maintenance interval is shown in the display, you have to wait until the readout in the display automatically jumps over to total km. Only then is it possible to get into the service menu. 2. Press button 0 on the instrument cluster for approximately 30 seconds until a beep sounds. 3.

How to reset the oil can on a sprinter?

Press button 0 on the instrument cluster for approximately 30 seconds until a beep sounds. 3. On diesel engines with a long oil change interval: Press button M (1) repeatedly until “rESEt .51 / rESEt .31” is shown on the display, or on older instrument clusters “rESEt 229.5 / rESEt 229.3” is shown together with the oil can symbol. 4.

What’s the reset button on a diesel engine?

2. Press button 0 on the instrument cluster for approximately 30 seconds until a beep sounds. 3. On diesel engines with a long oil change interval: Press button M (1) repeatedly until “rESEt .51 / rESEt .31” is shown on the display, or on older instrument clusters “rESEt 229.5 / rESEt 229.3” is shown together with the oil can symbol. 4.

What is the DTC code for intake air temperature?

Got codes P0134 (Oxygen Sensor B1 S1) P0112 Intake Air Temperature Circuit Low Input P1496 5 volt supply voltage low Trying to resolve P1496 first, which is could mean any of Shorted sensor, Sensor harness issue, Sensor Circuit poor conne…

What is the Turbo resonator on a Dodge Sprinter?

Turbo Resonator is the black plastic box on the front of the turbo into which the boosted air goes prior to going into the intercooler input hose. recommended to replace with the part from Riordan = no more failure (aluminum part)… I have a Winnebago View built on the Sprinter Chassis. I had the same problem.

What is the Mercedes P2004 check engine code?

Check Engine Mercedes P2004 Code A common failure point for Mercedes-Benz cars equipped with the M272 (350) and M273 (550) engines is the intake manifold air flap lever. When this component fails your Mercedes-Benz will turn on the check engine light triggering any the following codes: P2004 – Intake Manifold Runner Control Stuck Open Bank 1

How to charge a Mercedes Sprinter diesel engine?

Remove the power steering pump and place it where the headlamp usually resides Disconnect the charge air pressure sensor plug and inlet air temperature sensor from the plastic duct. Remove the charge air rigid duct from the area of the right hand headlamp, there are two torx screws accessed from the rear area of the right headlamp

How to clean a Mercedes Sprinter diesel engine?

Remove the upper supply hose to the inlet manifold. Remove the air box lid and take out the filter, extract the air box base. Take off the turbo supply pipework and disconnect the crankcase breather heater. Remove this hose from the breather oil/separator.

Where is the water pump on a Mercedes Sprinter?

Remove the grille, slam panel, removing the bonnet catch bowden cable and right hand headlamp (looking from the front) Undo the water hoses from the engine, (at the thermostat and water pump spigots) then release the hose from the steel pipe above the exhaust manifold and the one on the opposite side feeding the electric circulation pump.

What should fuel pressure be on Sprinter diesel?

When checking the fuel pressure solenoid there should be no fuel coming out the return during cranking, and it should hold 870-1450 psi when unplugged during cranking. If it doesn’t, and the injectors are OK, then the fuel pressure solenoid is bad.

What kind of steel is in Mercedes Sprinter engine?

Core plugs are 100% stainless steel to avoid corrosion. Blocks, heads, and crankshafts are 100% magnaflux tested to avoid cracked components. Connecting rods have new bushings installed and both large and small ends are remachined to OEM specifications.

When checking the fuel pressure solenoid there should be no fuel coming out the return during cranking, and it should hold 870-1450 psi when unplugged during cranking. If it doesn’t, and the injectors are OK, then the fuel pressure solenoid is bad.

Why is the Turbo not working on my sprinter?

Turbo Actuator: We don’t offer this item separately, but often times the turbo isn’t working correctly because the electronic actuator is broken. Pre 2007 turbochargers can have their actuators adjusted. Turbo Resonator: Common failure part on these vehicles. Can replace with a durable aluminum unit to fix the faulty factory part.

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