1. Maintenance Intervals
The Mercedes Sprinter is a reliable and durable van, but to maintain its performance, regular maintenance is essential. In this guide, we will go over the main steps of maintenance, recommended intervals, and provide tips for taking care of key components.
1. Maintenance Intervals
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- Every 7.000-10,000 miles
- Replace engine oil and oil filter (recommended: synthetic oil 5W-30).
- Check coolant and brake fluid levels.
- Inspect the condition of belts and hoses.
- Every 15,000-20,000 miles
- Replace the fuel filter (especially important for diesel models).
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Check the air filter and replace if necessary.•Diagnose the braking system and check brake pads.
- Every 35,000-40,000 miles
- Replace transmission oil and filter.
- Clean or replace the EGR valve (exhaust gas recirculation system).
- Check and replace glow plugs (for diesel versions).
2. Common Problems and Their Solutions
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- Problem: Clogged diesel particulate filter (DPF)
- Symptoms: Loss of power, DPF indicator on the dashboard.
- Solution: Regular high-rev driving to burn off soot in the DPF or professional cleaning.
- Problem: Errors in the AdBlue system
- Symptoms: Error messages on the dashboard, reduced power.
- Solution: Replace AdBlue fluid and diagnose AdBlue sensors.
- Symptoms: Squeaking and vibration during braking.
- Solution: Replace brake pads every 20,000 miles and brake discs every 40,000 miles.
3. Tips to Extend the Lifespan of Your Van
- Use only original parts and oils.
- Conduct regular diagnostics of electronics and safety systems.
- Replace belts and drive pulleys in a timely manner.
Conclusion
Regular maintenance of your Mercedes Sprinter will help you avoid costly repairs and extend the life of your van. Follow the recommended maintenance intervals and use only quality materials.
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With any service, you’ll receive a Touch® Courtesy Check. We’ll look inside, outside, under the hood and underneath the car, then explain the findings and give you a written report.
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