Keywords
 Introduction
 Protection of the environment
 Operating safety and vehicle approval
1At a glance
2Safety
3Controls
4Operation
5Practical advice
6Technical data

Protection of the environment

Quick Access

Returning used vehicles
Environmental note

DaimlerChrysler’s declared policy is one of integrated environmental protection.

The objectives are for the natural resources which form the basis of our existence on this planet to be used sparingly and in a manner which takes the requirements of both nature and humanity into account.

You too can help to protect the environment by operating your vehicle in an environmentally responsible manner.

Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, transmission, brake and tyre wear depend on the following factors:

  • Operating conditions of your vehicle

  • Your personal driving style

You can influence both factors.

Therefore, please bear the following in mind:

Operating conditions

  • Avoid short trips as these increase fuel consumption.

  • Make sure that the tyre pressures are always correct.

  • Do not carry any unnecessary weight in the vehicle.

  • Keep an eye on the vehicle’s fuel consumption.

  • Remove roof racks once you no longer need them.

  • A regularly serviced vehicle will contribute to environmental protection. You should therefore adhere to the service intervals.

  • Always have maintenance work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.

Personal driving style

  • Do not depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine.

  • Do not warm up the engine with the vehicle stationary.

  • Drive carefully and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front.

  • Avoid frequent, sudden acceleration.

  • Change gear in good time and use each gear only up to 2 / 3 of its maximum engine speed.

  • Switch off the engine in stationary traffic.

Returning used vehicles

Mercedes-Benz will take back your Mercedes-Benz to dispose of it in an environmentally-responsible manner, in accordance with the European Union (EU) End of Life Vehicles Directive.

Depending on national regulations, the return of used vehicles applies to vehicles up to 3.5 t permissible gross weight. The Sprinter has already been meeting legal requirements for design in terms of suitability for recycling and reuse of parts for several years.

There is a network of collection points and vehicle dismantlers where your vehicle can be recycled in an environmentally-responsible manner. The methods employed in vehicle and parts recycling are continuously being further developed and improved. The Sprinter will therefore meet even future, legally required increases in recycling quotas within the specified time.

You can obtain further information from the Mercedes-Benz homepage for your country or by contacting your local Mercedes-Benz hotline number.