Dodge 2008 Sprinter - Manual (Page 194)

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Controls in detail
Driving and parking
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Applying the handbrake
̈ Pull lever 1 up as far as the last de-
tent.
The
7 indicator lamp in the in-
strument cluster lights up while the
engine is running.
Releasing the handbrake
̈ Raise lever 1 slightly and press re-
lease knob 2.
̈ Guide lever 1 down to the stop.
The 7 indicator lamp in the in-
strument cluster goes out.
Emergency braking
Normally, you are only permitted to ap-
ply the handbrake when the vehicle is
stationary.
In exceptional cases, the handbrake can
be used for emergency braking if the
service brake fails.
̈ Keep release knob 2 pressed and
carefully apply lever 1.
i
On vehicles with a folding handbrake
lever, you can then press lever 1
down to the stop.
i
On vehicles with a folding handbrake
lever, you must first pull lever 1 up
to the stop.
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