Parts lists for the Sprinter 3500

[MountainTrippers]

I am not sure if anyone else feels this way but, I think the owners manual for the Sprinter is one of the hardest to use I have ever seen. (for people who like to do the simple maintenance stuff IE: oil change). I could not find any part numbers for oil filters or any of the other filters in the users manual. Anyone have information on what to use. I am going on a 4500 mile trip and want to change the oil before I leave even though I only have less then 6000 miles on it has been over a year since I got it.

Thanks

[JLeising]

For our 2012, Amazon has many common parts available - with part #s:

e.g., oil filter: Amazon.com: K&N PS-7028 Oil Filter: Automotive

oil: http://www.amazon.com/Mobil-121218-0...productDetails

Cabin Ar Filter: http://www.amazon.com/FRAM-PA10436-H...gy_auto_text_z

Note: they also have the fuel filter (scheduled every 20K miles) - but replacing it properly involves remove/replace the air hose feeding the turbo. A local shop that said they were qualified improperly replaced mine, they (I believe) improperly just moved the hose out of the way and back, resulting in a turbo failure. Mercedes has a service notice out to dealers on this issue - says to replace the "compensator ring" between the air hose and the turbo any time the hose is disturbed. If you decide to do the fuel filter, be aware - and wary!


FYI - Jim

[Mikegjax]

Mountaintripper, Advance auto parts carries the filter. Take your vin number in; they might need it, but probably not. Purelator packages the filter and if you open the box you see a filter made in Germany.

That is where I get mine and they also have the copper crush gasket for the pan plug.

If you use the vacuum method to get your oil out make sure you get the oil nice and warm.

[MountainTrippers]

Originally Posted by Mikegjax

Mountaintripper, Advance auto parts carries the filter. Take your vin number in; they might need it, but probably not. Purelator packages the filter and if you open the box you see a filter made in Germany.

That is where I get mine and they also have the copper crush gasket for the pan plug.

If you use the vacuum method to get your oil out make sure you get the oil nice and warm.

Good info, Do you use the 0-30 or 0-40. Found the 0-30 ESP Mobile 1 @ Napa for $5.99 a Quart. I think that sometimes the lower weight oil can squeeze a little more MPG.

[Mikegjax]

Just changed my oil a little over a week ago. I had enough Mobil 1 5w40 ESP M for the change. I will be switching to Mobil 1 0W30 X1 ESP with spec 229.52 next change.

I would make sure The Mobil 1 you get from Napa has the proper spec. That is a good price.

I the 0W30 does not increase oil consumption I am all for it.

[MountainTrippers]

Originally Posted by Mikegjax

Just changed my oil a little over a week ago. I had enough Mobil 1 5w40 ESP M for the change. I will be switching to Mobil 1 0W30 X1 ESP with spec 229.52 next change.

I would make sure The Mobil 1 you get from Napa has the proper spec. That is a good price.

I the 0W30 does not increase oil consumption I am all for it.

Checked the spec and it is correct. $5.99 on sale this month @ Napa, Reg $8.99

[propreperic]

can I suggest you get one of these Mercedes Benz Sprinter Service Repair NEW 2014 Manual WIS EPC ASRA EWA | eBay
and if possible take your solera to a Mercedes dealer for servicing
best regards
Eric

[propreperic]

Originally Posted by propreperic

can I suggest you get one of these Mercedes Benz Sprinter Service Repair NEW 2014 Manual WIS EPC ASRA EWA | eBay
and if possible take your solera to a Mercedes dealer for servicing
best regards
Eric

Nice to be called Junior (member) on your 65th birthday

[Mikegjax]

Originally Posted by propreperic

can I suggest you get one of these Mercedes Benz Sprinter Service Repair NEW 2014 Manual WIS EPC ASRA EWA | eBay
and if possible take your solera to a Mercedes dealer for servicing
best regards
Eric

I have been trying to find one of those for a 2013.

I imagine they are fairly close.

[propreperic]

try the following link..........Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: Find a Dealer

[Mikegjax]

I don't think the dealers carry repair manuals for the public.

[propreperic]

In my experience it would be pretty unusual if they did, but ebay is quite good for most manufacturers service manuals, I gave the Mercedes dealer link for anyone to locate their nearest sprinter dealer.

[Mikegjax]

You wouldn't happen to now or at one time work for MB?

[propreperic]

no I never work for MB, never even had one......................I am an ex aircraft technician who uses common sense

[Mikegjax]

How about that! I to am an aircraft technician (48 years) military and civilian. Know a lot about common sense .

[propreperic]

small world eh Mike, I did my time in the RAF and that was enough for me, moved onto lifting equipment for disabled folk, if you want to communicate further I can give you my aol email

[13larry]

The spec on the Napa page says gasoline so I would really verify it is the Diesel engine oil

[Mikegjax]

Originally Posted by 13larry

The spec on the Napa page says gasoline so I would really verify it is the Diesel engine oil

Here is what I ordered from Napa ($5.99). Thanks though for helping to keep us on the right track.
I went with the 0W30 because that is all the local MB Sprinter dealer in my area uses.
https://mobiloil.com/en/motor-oils/mobil-1/mobil-1-esp

[CaptDan]

Get your Mobil 1 rebate at https://mobiloil.com/en/promotion/mo...ext-oil-change

[MiataHoarder]

By strange quirk of fate, I too just changed oil + filter at 6,202 miles on my 2014 Sprinter. Sourced the Mobil 1 Synthetic at WalMart at $26.63 per gallon; you'll need 3 gallons plus a quart. Oil filters at Eurocampers.com at $9.31 each; Copper Oil Drain Plug Washer at $0.33 each; Air Filter at $17.90 each. To save on shipping ($14.95) I ordered 4 each Oil Filters and 2 each Air Filters. Incidentally, I used up about 1 and 3/4 gallons of DEF on recent 3,059 mile trip - WalMart has DEF for $11.95 for 2.5 gallons.