2005 Dodge Sprinter Consumer Discussions

Dodge Sprinter Electrical Problems

Electrical system question

Written by: petercoe on Nov 11, 2009 08:10 PM

I am replacing the oem horn on 2005-06 2500 Dodge sprinter and the replacement has a relay. I can't find a relay in line for the original but don't want to install two relays. Does the original have a relay for the horn? Thanks. Read More...

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Re: Purchase of a 2006 Sprinter [russ457]

Written by: bobselectric on Jun 25, 2008 05:34 PM

I traded in a 2003 Ford E250 van for an 06 Sprinter back in Jan. 06. This is the best decision I have ever made for several reasons. (1) I knew that the Dodge dealers claim of 660 miles/tank is pure horse hockey, however I am currently getting 450- 500 miles/tank, with a fully stocked van for Electrical construction. Most of my traveling is around town, and the 03 Ford, ... Read More...

Dodge Sprinter: Starting/Stalling Issues

egr location on dodge sprinter

Written by: paul_o on May 17, 2008 01:16 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. Read More...

MISC Sprinter Problems (oh the list)

hesitation after restart

Written by: paul_o on May 17, 2008 10:36 AM

I have a 2005 2500 series Dodge Sprinter. I have maintained the oil changes and have 56,000 miles. the van starts fine and runs with normal power until a restart along a route. The van then will not accelerate well. the loss of power continues for quite a while . Are these symptoms common to a typical problem with Sprinters? is there a maintenence proceedure that ... Read More...

Dodge Sprinter: Starting/Stalling Issues

Re: I gave up!!!!! [jverrelli]

Written by: kenbaker on Dec 07, 2007 06:13 AM

That's not a sob story, its a tragedy, and you deserved better. Having bought a new 2004 in 2005 (last on lot sort of thing), I am more and more happy that mine was completely assembled in Germany and checked out thoroughly by someone (and delivered with a full tank)... I bought a wagon (passenger) model. My dealership problems, however, have not been much better... ... Read More...

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Re: 2005 Dodge Sprinter fuel filter change interval [mellonhead]

Written by: goodguychicago on May 17, 2007 08:08 AM

this is what i do and it cost me only 67 dollars .go to ebay someone is selling 10 oil filters for 50 dollars buy diesel engine oil cost $12 each you need 2 and a half each time and go to local machanic he will be glad to change iol for max 32 dollars .$5 oil filter #30 oil $32 labor = $67 .much better than $200 my local dealer is asking Read More...

Re: 2005 Dodge Sprinter fuel filter change interval [kenbaker]

Written by: mellonhead on May 01, 2007 07:59 PM

KenB: Thanks much for the prompt response. I go to the dealer tomorrow for an oil/filter change (38K), and I'll take a pass on the fuel filter change. There have been no noticable problems and I just had it changed at 28K. I like the Sprinter (compared to the 2001 Ford E450 diesal cut-away I used to have). However, the cost of routine service is expensive, and I don't ... Read More...

Re: 2005 Dodge Sprinter fuel filter change interval [mike_mcginn]

Written by: mellonhead on May 01, 2007 07:46 PM

Mike: Thanks for your prompt response. The Sprinter goes to the dealer tomorrow (5-2) for an oil change, and since I had the fuel filter changed at 28K, I'll pass on it this time (38K). The dealers I use are in Michigan (Grand Rapids and Plainwell). What would be a reasonable interval for the fuel filter change (every other oil change - 20K)? Also, what is a reasonable ... Read More...

Re: 2005 Dodge Sprinter fuel filter change interval [mellonhead]

Written by: mike_mcginn on Apr 30, 2007 10:05 AM

No reason to change the fuel filter that often. The dealer is just selling and using your fear as a basis for the unneeded work. Also the price you are paying for a simple oil / filter change is about twice what it should be. (assuming you are using Mobile 0-40). If not then 4 times too much. jmho /mike/ Read More...

Re: 2005 Dodge Sprinter fuel filter change interval [mellonhead]

Written by: kenbaker on Apr 30, 2007 06:52 AM

Both prices are OUT OF LINE with reality... 10K between fuel filters is just plain HIGHWAY ROBBERY unless you use the worst diesel available (and some of it is not so good where they don't sell much diesel). Read your manual, it is either 30K or 60K miles (don't have the info in front of me) unless you get a water warning, or bad behavior related to fuel... Certainly ... Read More...