Sprinter No Start Condition

2008 Sprinter 3500 no start condition. Intermittent problem with the starter not functioning. Seems to be a control problem. Update -

[Kevinwbaker]

The solution for my problem was a bad connection on a relay located in the fuse block under the steering wheel near peddles. The relay was on the right side of the fuse block second from the bottom. I removed the relay cleaned the connection and solved my issue.

[raymondhoward]

Was having the same problem with mine. Sometimes started, other times it wouldn't. Also once, the key wouldn't even turn. I cleaned the cut outs on both keys really well. Two short bursts of Liquid Wrench dry lubricant in the ignition switch, and new batteries in both fobs. Not sure exactly what did it but, it's been working flawlessly since.

[jamesmcginnis]

Change the batteries in the key. Then unlock and lock the doors with it. If it doesn’t start after that tighten the cables under the driver seat that connect to the fuse link and any other connections you see.

[gregj]

Don't buy a Sprinter. Expect lots of NOX sensor and speed sensor problems. Had a 2106, took on three long road trips, broke down on all three.

[bhorsefield]

under the passenger side theres your fuse box with 3 relays in, check they are in properly as they can come loose under vibration and get really hot!
push them back in, if loose, if still doesn't work replace for new and blob a bit of silicone on them to keep in place, that should do the trick!

[blkjet]

My 2010 Freight liner Sprinter 3500 was doing this. I tried jumping it and no dice. It turned out to be a blown fuse, located in the driver side fuse box. It was the 20A fuse third from the bottom, 2nd from the right.

[derekkchung]

Isn't that a simple symptom of a failing starter solenoid not engaging the motor circuit at times due to bad contact inside the solenoid?

[MrRjb]

I replaced my starter motor and it fixed it....was the starter contacts....doing the repeated attempts also doesn't dothe Glow plugs any good

[ugurkilicarslan]

Exactly I have same problem. After I change starter problem is gone ! It’s nothing to do relay

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[jvtrading]

Fuse number 23 is a 20 amp, change to 25 amp

[stephenhawley]

Thanks for posting; I thought I was the only one with this problem. My 2009 Sprinter has been playing up for the past couple of years, usually when the engine is hot. What works for me is to use the spare key fob. It seems that some sensor somewhere is getting confused.

[paulapaine]

Mine does this after a long drive and the van is hot. I've had it into the dealership and they can't find anything wrong with it. Nothing shows up with Diagnostics. It's happening more frequently. Now I'm told by all the dealerships closest to me that they can't get it in for well over a month.

[johnkoskosky]

Mine is a 2009 3500 3'0L TB. I get only a click. Sounds like a grounf issue or, if this was a 289 Ford, my starter solenoid. Ground check first, hammer on the atrter next, then whatever goes from there

[jasonmaher]

what is the solution? Mine is doing the same thing. I don't have power locks. Not sure if I have an alarm. Mine is older 2005 Sprinter 2500. On mine, when working properly glow plug light comes on a few seconds then goes off then engine starts. When not working, glow plug light stays on and it behaves this way... doing nothing. And if try a bunch of times it starts same as this video. Thanks. :)

[yurdan]

Check fuse 16. If it blow, and blowing again after replacing, you have a short circuit in system. My was in DEF injector wires problem.
This fuse responsible for starter relay, and fuel pump relay.

[stevenolivero]

My sprinter 08 did that intermittently until it total stopped it was the chip in the key i had to replace the key for £200 as the dealership had to order the key from Germany then it was ok works fine now, Don, t think these keys always last forever as the chip degrades to it seems

[timairglider]

Hi guys, I had this problem with my Sprinter it was driving me mad and the problem went on for about six months to a year. I took it for its MOT and the guys there diagnosed it as a sticking relay called Terminal 87 Relay no 25422619. I looked on loads of youtube videos and forums but nobody could come up with the solution to this very common problem. Would you believe they only charged me £20 to fix it. Its now perfect. Hope this helps.

[stevehvac]

I have a hard time getting started in the mornings..jump the starter

[jazzy]

Hi I have the same problem do you have any recommendations on how to start it or the problem is? Thank you