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.
What does the oil level light mean on a Mercedes Sprinter?
Description: The Mercedes Sprinter engine oil level light comes on in yellow and is typically associated with low engine oil level. What to do: Possible reasons for the Mercedes Sprinter oil level warning light are: Low engine oil level Engine oil level too high
What causes the Mercedes Sprinter airbag warning light to stay on?
Running the engine with low coolant level may cause the engine to overheat, resulting in damage. Stop as soon as possible, switch off the ignition to allow the engine to cool, then add coolant. Description: The Mercedes Sprinter airbag warning light stays on when a fault has been detected with the airbag system.
When does the Def warning light come on in a sprinter?
Description: The yellow Mercedes Sprinter DEF – diesel exhaust fluid warning light comes on with the engine running when the exhaust gas aftertreatment system has malfunctioned or the level of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is running low.
When do Mercedes Benz Sprinters start to have problems?
The majority, but not all of the problems occurring with these vehicles occurred after the initial 100,000 miles. It is my belief that the problems I have experienced, will occur with a vast majority of every Sprinter as the mileage of each vehicle approaches 120,000 miles.
Are there any records for Mercedes Benz Sprinters?
These records are available to Mercedes Benz if desired. This article is being written to warn potential buyers of this vehicle of the fatal flaw hidden in each of these vehicles.
Where are the sensors in a Mercedes Benz Sprinter?
The exhaust system is comprised of a CDI (control unit) which monitors and actuates the sensors and valves in the exhaust system; a DEF pump. A DEF tank, a DEF temp sensor, a DEF level sensor and an SCR control unit with actuators and sensors. These items a located under the hood.
How much does it cost to fix a Mercedes Sprinter?
We have had numerous “repairs” performed at various dealerships at costs of $2000, only to have the engine light appear again within a few hundred miles. Then when taken to another dealership the “problem” is diagnosed as another sensor or valve and once again we have been charged up to $2000.