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#1166 of 1262 Re: problems with 2006 Sprinter [mitzid] by kenbaker Dec 20, 2007 (1:25 pm)
Replying to: mitzid (Dec 19, 2007 2:40 pm) Though not an exception, per se, you have had more than your share of the problems we hear about on the nit-pickingly frustrating side... they shouldn't happen, but most are not deal killer problems... the shifter problem sounds remarkably like a frayed wire somewhere. They need to trace the real problem down. Two shifters should not go out in the life of the vehicle (500K miles or more). Also, remember that the shifter and the accelerator are not attached to the thing they shift... they are electronic items that send signals. This is also not unique to MB, most car companies are going to fly-by-wire for most car functions.   I am NOT as happy with the new battery (MOPAR) as I was with the original (VARTA) battery... starting on COLD days not as good now.   The HEAT knob is a famous problem that is not a problem (it is by design, not sure if that is not worse)... Somewhere hidden in your van is a sensor, but I have not yet found it, nor have I got an answer in the posts I've made as to where it is either... Until that sensor is up to the temp the knob indiciates (cryptically of course as there are no markings), it will try to put out heat to get the sensor to reach that temp... Since the sensor is NOT in the air flow path (might be on the return side, but I doubt that also), the heater will work until the sensor heats up (unless you have the knob set to COLD, or very nearly so).   Knob temps range on the cold side from below 62F to much warmer than that (maybe 80 or 88F)... Not my choice of range as I prefer a cooler cabin, even in the winter (especially as I must wear clothing appropriate for working outside at least parttime). Mustn't get hot/cold/hot/cold/hot/cold as this is the best way to suffer bad effects of temps.   Once the van cabin is generally heated up, then the knob becomes useful for adjusting the airflow side of heat/cool on demand. My friend's fancy Corvette works exactly the same, and he doesn't like it either (his car cost twice what my Sprinter did as well).   My wife has Asthma, so we like the cabin air filter and the recirculate button... until the recirculate function just cuts off after about 15 minutes (how lovely when you are following a junker with and oil/fuel burning habit!!!   In case you hadn't noticed, the dash-top vents do NOT heat at all, they are after the A/C, but before the heater core... When I need air flow and window clearing, but not much heat, I send the heat to the windshield by the knob control and only open the dashtop vents to balance the temp.   European cars apparently earn their stripes for something OTHER than environmentals/airflow.   KenB Replies to this message: 2000_valk (Dec 20, 2007 6:38 pm) kenbaker (Dec 21, 2007 11:32 am)
#1167 of 1262 Re: Of Course it has problems [mike_mcginn] by kenbaker Dec 20, 2007 (1:50 pm)
Replying to: mike_mcginn (Dec 19, 2007 4:02 pm) 2006 is end of cycle or the T1N Sprinter (actually a holdover, as Europe went to the newer NC3V already).   KenB Replies to this message: punter1 (Dec 23, 2007 10:28 am)
#1168 of 1262 Re: problems with 2006 Sprinter [surlyoldbill] by kenbaker Dec 20, 2007 (1:52 pm)
Replying to: surlyoldbill (Dec 19, 2007 4:32 pm) What do they call that Toyota van? I wnat to look them up.   Thanks, KenB
#1169 of 1262 Re: problems with 2006 Sprinter [kenbaker] by 2000_valk Dec 20, 2007 (6:38 pm)
Replying to: kenbaker (Dec 20, 2007 1:25 pm) Hey Ken, My recirculate is broken, Pushing the button lights it up, but will not shut the door. The actuator moves but is broken from the door pivot. Cost to repair, 530.00. The mechanic says put a screw in it. Kind of nervous to take things apart. Have you heard of this problem before. The mech. says he has seen this before. Van goes in monday , A staples truck backed into me. Hope you have a great holiday, Tom   PS Just received the winter front mask from sprinter accessories, 105.00. Doesn't seem to fit right. Have sent them email. Will keep every one informed on this. Replies to this message: kenbaker (Dec 21, 2007 11:32 am)
#1170 of 1262 Re: problems with 2006 Sprinter [2000_valk] by kenbaker Dec 21, 2007 (11:32 am)
Replying to: 2000_valk (Dec 20, 2007 6:38 pm) Yes, have heard of the problem with the re-circ door, but have not got any better fix than a screw (or pin/cotter key). Have also heard of the eventual death of the actuator.   KenB
#1171 of 1262 Re: feul filter change [jemepa] by clkash Dec 23, 2007 (8:19 am)
Replying to: jemepa (Aug 25, 2006 9:03 am) Helo, On early Doge Sprinters the fuel pump does not provide enough pressure to re-prime the engine after the fuel filter change. The dodge dealers use a hand pump(similar to ones used on portable fuel tanks for outboard boat motors). They connect the priming pump to the fuel return line from the engine and suck the fuel through the filter to the engine and into the return line. They re-install the return line to the fuel filter and then you can start the engine.
#1172 of 1262 Re: Of Course it has problems [kenbaker] by punter1 Dec 23, 2007 (10:28 am)
Replying to: kenbaker (Dec 20, 2007 1:50 pm) That is my understanding as well. . The 2006 Dodge Sprinter was effectively the leftover models they did not sell in Europe the previous year. . Europe being a much bigger Sprinter market, DC decided to stiff the USA buyers with -new- leftovers so they could keep prices high in Europe and clear the lots easily. . It is only now that we are seeing the vehicle that came out two years ago - with all the options. This is why I waited. If they spent a billion on the redesign something had to be better. .
#1173 of 1262 Looking for an 07 Sprinter Wagon by orb1 Dec 28, 2007 (10:25 am)
Hi All,   With the birth of our 5th child due Jan 1st it looks like we're going to outgrow our standard 7 seat SUV. Right now we're maxed out on storage space and seating (keeping the more unruley children seperated!) with what we've got. I'm hoping to move up to bigger (and hopefully more fuel efficient) diesel Sprinter sometime this winter. Anyone know of any new or low mileage '07 nine seaters still around?   With the low dollar to euro ratio it seems like the '08 will be a little out of our budget.   Great site and I look forward to chatting with you all about the van you (and hopefully I will) love so well in the future.   Thanks,   Orb Replies to this message: surlyoldbill (Dec 28, 2007 11:19 am)
#1174 of 1262 Re: Looking for an 07 Sprinter Wagon [orb1] by surlyoldbill Dec 28, 2007 (11:19 am)
Replying to: orb1 (Dec 28, 2007 10:25 am) You probably want a 2004-2006 model. The new ones have crappy mileage compared the old 5cyl diesel, and as with any newly redesigned vehicle, they have problems. There are still a lot of unused old models on the lots. I used TruckTraderonline to find mine. You can have about any vehicle shipped anywhere in the country for $750 or less. Ebay is good, too.
#1175 of 1262 Where to Buy Sprinter Passenger Van? by seadad1 Dec 29, 2007 (12:22 pm)
We are looking into replacing our old Ford conversion van with a Sprinter for our family of 7, including 5 yr old triplets. We live in NE OH (near Cleveland) and nobody seems to carry these. I suppose we could travel a reasonable distance, but where do we find dealers that carry these? My wife is also concerned about the rear wheel drive in bad weather. Thanks. Tom Replies to this message: fhr57 (Dec 31, 2007 5:55 am) kenbaker (Dec 31, 2007 6:36 am)

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