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#30 of 60 Re: Stalling Issues [wisconnyboy] by kenbaker Dec 27, 2007 (7:10 am)
Replying to: wisconnyboy (Dec 26, 2007 8:36 am) 'sconsin? More information would be helpful...   Fuel issues are common amongst diesels regardless of make/model.   1) Fuel filter plugging in cold weather, 2) filter clogging from dirty fuel, 3) clogged air filter (dirty or snow sucked up/in (powder)), 4) oil sensor/sender (tells computer you are out of oil or low on pressure), 5) some things that kick in the limp-home-mode could also either seem like a stall, or become a stall situation. 6) water in fuel (but not enough to setoff sensor) 7) computer/network failure 8) ECM (engine control module failure) 9) chaffed wires somewhere shorting out/crossing 10) EGR stuck open (clean/replace depending on age/condition)   This is a wide open field of inquiry.   A good Mercedes shop (I mean an independant garage, with crafts-persons doing the work) will be a good resource if they know CAN/bus and DRBII/III computer codes. They will have to have access to the diagnosis manuals for Sprinters.   It seems odd for a Sprinter dealer to not also have Dodge Cummins diesel pickups as well... Further looks for Spritner dealers/repair in your area should include Freightliner dealers who also sell (or did sell Sprinters).   KenB
#31 of 60 Dodge Sprintrer van by hhull Jan 03, 2008 (11:29 am)
I am having problems with fueling my van. The neck fills up and shuts off the fuel flow from the pump handle. I have pulled the tank and inspected the neck. The anti surge check valve seems free. Any ideas?
#32 of 60 Sprinter starting problems by ladydi007 Jan 04, 2008 (8:38 am)
My husband has an 04 Sprinter 2500 he uses for an Express Mail route. We have had numerous problems since purchasing this van in 2003. We've had anything from brakes, sensors, batteries, fuel/air filter problems, etc. We have a new problem that the mechanics can't seem to figure out so I'm searching this board in hopes of some kind of direction.   When the van is started the auxillary fan to the air conditioner kicks in and the motor sounds as if it is racing.....the van then dies. Restart the van and it will start fine, no fan running, no racing engine.....but you put the van in reverse and once again it dies......wait a few minutes and it starts and drives normally. This only happens when you first start it. There's no loss of power no lights come on and the mechanics have found no coding errors. Any ideas?   One bit of warning for those considering a Sprinter van......mechanics who are licensed or one who knows how to work on these vans are limited and regardless of the problem (in our experience) when you leave the dealership expect to pay $$ for any service on these vans. Our experience has always been at least $500 per visit and has been as much as $1700 and expect to be without the vehicle for at least one day if not a week at a time. Seems these "qualified trained" mechanics don't know where to start if the code reader doesn't detect anything. : Replies to this message: wsummers (Jan 05, 2008 5:43 am)
#33 of 60 Re: duplicate keys [kenbaker] by wsummers Jan 05, 2008 (5:26 am)
Replying to: kenbaker (Nov 27, 2007 9:31 am) I long ago found that I must keep a key to critical locks in my wallet! I had a key to 03 sprinter made at the best locksmith shop in town. They found a blank that had the same profile but was thicker, so they ground it thin enough to fit in the lock then cut the teeth the normal way. After locking the key in the van several times this wallet backup has saved many precious hours and a lot stress. It will unlock the doors no problem.
#34 of 60 Re: Sprinter starting problems [ladydi007] by wsummers Jan 05, 2008 (5:43 am)
Replying to: ladydi007 (Jan 04, 2008 8:38 am) I am very sympathetic to your problems and issues with Sprinter electronics. I have been having problems with my sliding side door from day one. Recently it doesn't unlatch. Yesterday, I used the dash mounted unlock button, got out and attempted to open the door, which was a mistake. after pulling on the door latch, I heard the unmistakable sound of all of the doors locking, clunk,clunk. As you may expect I had left the key in the ignition. These Sprinters can have a mind of their on. It was suggested to me that I should find a Priest and have an "exercism performed". The local dealer who has very short term experience said that it was a faulty instrument cluster. But at $718 for the replacement cluster I am reluctant to put with that much precious green stuff. Maybe if I can find a dealer who will let me "try before you buy"?
#35 of 60 Re: I gave up!!!!! [kenbaker] by ladydi007 Jan 05, 2008 (7:48 am)
Replying to: kenbaker (Dec 07, 2007 6:13 am) Our dealership told us that if you replace the brake pads, you have to replace the rotors because of sensors. They say they just throw the old ones away but all has to be replaced at the same time. Replies to this message: kenbaker (Jan 08, 2008 9:09 am) sprintertech (Nov 02, 2008 8:17 am)
#36 of 60 Re: I gave up!!!!! [ladydi007] by kenbaker Jan 08, 2008 (9:09 am)
Replying to: ladydi007 (Jan 05, 2008 7:48 am) An intelligent sounding line of BS is still a line of BS   The Sensors mount in the back of the pads, not in/on the rotors. An actual explanation of WHY is in order if sensors are somehow related to rotors...   Yes, I have heard that if you let the pads go too far you might have to replace the sensors. Also constant wet conditions could get to your brake sensors and cause problems.   KenB Replies to this message: sprintertech (Nov 02, 2008 8:17 am)
#37 of 60 my forehead says "sucker" by jverrelli Jan 18, 2008 (7:23 pm)
hi everyone, im the electrician from new york who wrote "i gave up". i was driving my 03 ripoff and in a 8 hour time my front brakes went from fine to complete destruction of both front rotors, the pads,and 1 caliper.what happened to the german engineering i paid for?I thought there was sensors to tell me when my brakes are low.Not to worry my friendly dealer was happy to sell me all the parts i needed for about 700.00 and after driving 10 miles each way i found out the rotors were the wrong ones i am starting to feel that this van has been the worst item i have ever purchased in my life.I dont get it, my van is a 3500 mid size and it is not near its load limit how could the brakes go that fast. thats all for now but i will add recently when im on the highway the engine surges, but thats a story for another day in the near future.I will say one last thing i recently bought a 2002 chevy van with 150k miles as a backup van for when my sprinter dies! Replies to this message: big442br27 (Jun 09, 2008 7:21 am)
#38 of 60 let the healing begin by jverrelli Apr 18, 2008 (8:42 pm)
hi everyone,I last wrote "i gave up"and "my forehead says sucker"this will be my last post,from february 08 till april18 my sprinter has broken down 6 times,each time it was at the dealer from 2-7 days,twice i picked up my van after hours and it broke down 1-2 miles from the dealership.leaving me stranded 9:00 at night,calling roadside assistance waiting for the tow and having someone pick me up.merrick dodge has gotten to know me so well that they know my phone number and see it come up on there caller i.d.so they dont pick up when i call.When i would call up not 20 seconds later from a different phone they picked up instantly.this is the type of people in their service dept.After picking up my van on another breakdown i noticed my headlights were not working,after investigating and opening the protective cover in the engine bay i found both headlights completely smashed,i guess the certified mechanics were getting fed up with my questioning on why i was having so many problems,it worked out because when i went back, i went to the parts dept asked for two bulbs and told the clerk that keith the service manager was covering them there was no problem they just handed them to me and i walked out.my van has had thousands of dollars of parts changed,it still failed me.I know not all sprinters are like mine but i think i got the worst one ever built and the worst dealer and service.this past monday april 14 it broke down,i had to send home two employees and cancel a 1800 dollar job.they came and towed it back,dodge had it until thursday,i went to pick it up and it broke down 1 mile from the dealer,i called them and they sent two mechanics,they plugged in the scanner and it read out a new problem different from the one that they just fixed for 4 days,i got picked up and left,i went to my local gmc dealer. I am the proud owner of a 2008 gmc 3500 box truck it cost me 35,000.00,they are giving me 17,000.00 for my van,I took it with a smile,Its funny that i cant even pick up my new gmc truck because the sprinter that im using for a trade in is still at the dealer getting fixed.I was at one time so into my sprinter,i was like a salesman, i would push these vans on a lot of people.So here the story ends.I could probably get more than 17,000 for my sprinter it only has 57,000 miles loaded, cruise control,all power, assist computer ,dually,high roof partition, cargo liner,and many more options,im just happy to see her off to some other poor soul. goodbye, lights by jay electric,ny
#39 of 60 egr location on dodge sprinter by paul_o May 17, 2008 (12:16 pm)
I suspect a egr valve needs cleaning. where is this located exactly. I would appreciate any advice on where I can get a decent schematic of a 2500 series 2005 sprinter.

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