What to do if your sprinter has engine failure?
For Sprinters, Sprinter Source holds a wealth of knowledge and has very active members. If you don’t have a Sprinter, check for a vehicle-specific forum for your vehicle. Start with Simple Fixes. You may look under your hood and Google your codes and come back with everything from electrical issues or sensors to engine failure.
How old is the Check Engine light on a sprinter?
It’s inevitable. When you live in a van (especially one that is 11 years old like ours), you will eventually run into engine problems. Troubleshooting the check engine light on a Sprinter is not easy, but we’ve had to do it enough that we wanted to help others out in the future.
Is there a way to scan a sprinter?
It’s a Sprinter specific code scanner, so it actually reads the codes more specifically than a generic scanner. It also allows you to read real-time data on the engine while you drive and allows you to clear codes. More on that in a bit. Turn to Google. Type in the codes that you pulled and the type of vehicle you have and see what comes up.
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What kind of problems does my sprinter have?
I have a 2006 Sprinter that has had all sorts of starting problems; will start sometimes then not at all; won’t get any lights on or anything when turning key. Then after 4-5 tries it will work. Also had trouble duplicating problem at dealer.
Why is the starter not cranking on my sprinter?
If the starter does not crank at all, then it is good to understand that the start command is issued by the ECU and not the key! This is because the ECU monitors the key security module and will disallow starting unless a valid key (with correct internal chip) is being used in the ignition switch.
What should the cranking pressure be on a sprinter?
The fuel rail must provide an absolute minimum cranking pressure of between 250 and 300 Bar, any less and the ECU will not allow the engine to start.
Why does my sprinter cut out when I start the car?
Generally it is quite reliable – if you have problems starting the vehicle it is often a good quick check to watch the tacho needle flick slightly as you crank the engine. If it flicks, then this is normally a sign of an impulse from the sensor reaching the ECU.