What kind of exhaust fluid does a sprinter use?
DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) – the other engine fluid Along with oil, antifreeze, transmission fluid, brake fluid, and fuel, modern diesel engines also need DEF to run properly. All North American Sprinters built after 2010 have DEF tanks.
What does Def mean on a Sprinter van?
All North American Sprinters built after 2010 have DEF tanks. DEF helps with emissions control and the computer in your van will stop you from driving if it detects an empty DEF tank.
Where is the DEF tank filler on a sprinter?
The DEF tank fill is under the hood. DEF tank filler location – left hand side of the engine bay when looking from the front The blue cap has a small funnel area around it to catch any stray DEF. DEF tank filler has a protective collector around it. You don’t want DEF loose in the engine compartment.
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.
DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) – the other engine fluid Along with oil, antifreeze, transmission fluid, brake fluid, and fuel, modern diesel engines also need DEF to run properly. All North American Sprinters built after 2010 have DEF tanks.
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.
Why does my Mercedes Sprinter have a yellow warning light?
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.
The DEF tank fill is under the hood. DEF tank filler location – left hand side of the engine bay when looking from the front The blue cap has a small funnel area around it to catch any stray DEF. DEF tank filler has a protective collector around it. You don’t want DEF loose in the engine compartment.