Is it time to replace the differential in a sprinter?
Once you have obtained a replacement differential it is time to remove the old one! At this point it is worth noting that this type of differential does not have a drain plug, only a level plug. So if you intend to use new hypoid lubricant in your used purchase, now is the time to roll over the diff and empty out the old oil.
What kind of transmission does a Mercedes Sprinter have?
Early models include Sprinter 313/513 BlueTec 4×4, Sprinter 316/516 BlueTec 4×4, Sprinter 319/519 BlueTec 4×4; Eco Gear six-speed manual or five-speed automatic (transmission with converter Sprinter 319/519 BlueTec 4×4).
Where is the rear differential on a Mercedes Benz?
Locate the rear differential at the rear of the vehicle. Locate the oil drain screw at the bottom of the rear axle assembly. Remove the screw. Use the Mercedes-Benz Fluid Drain Wrench Tool listed under parts section above to remove the screw. Drain the differential oil.
When did the Mercedes Benz Sprinter become a Dodge?
Units sold to the rest of North America were badged as Mercedes-Benz until 2003 when they received Dodge branding. Units in the United States and Canada, but not in Mexico, could be purchased as a Dodge or Freightliner from 2003.
What’s the diff ratio on a Mercedes Sprinter 4×4?
The ‘5’ Series 4×2 had a 4.364:1 rear diff, but the 4×4 had 4.727:1 ratios. Sprinters with V6 power had 3.923:1 final drive ratios in both 4×2 and 4×4 versions. What these diff ratio changes meant was that the four-cylinder 4×4 models had good low-speed charteristics, but revved too high at highway speeds.
How do you change the differential on a sprinter?
Changing the differential oil on a Sprinter is super easy: No need to lift the van, just crawl under it and open the drain plug with a 14 mm hex socket. You can figure out the drain plug location by looking at the picture below – the wrench is inserted in the drain plug on the right hand side of the differential.
Is the Mercedes Benz Sprinter 4×4 cab in Australia?
Mercedes-Benz Australia sold the pre-2019 Sprinter 4×4 in van, cab/chassis and crew-cab/chassis versions with a choice of mid (3665mm) and long (4325mm) wheelbases. The Australian 4×4 line-up consisted of all ‘3’ series models, apart from 310, 313 and EXL variants. No ‘4’ Series models came as 4x4s, but all ‘5’ Series cab/chassis did.
Is the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3 series front wheel drive?
In February 2018 Mercedes-Benz released a new Sprinter range that marked a major design change in the ‘3’ series models. For the first time, front wheel drive was standard or optional on 311 and 314 van models and 4WD was not available on these FWD variants.