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Daimlerchrysler Sprinter Parts Catalog – Factory Diagrams & Part Numbers

Parts catalogs are not service manuals. They are the Rosetta stone that tells you exactly what bolt, bushing, or bracket the factory slapped on that chassis. If you are ordering parts for a Sprinter and using a guess based on the VIN, you are wasting money. Trust me, I have seen a 2004 2500 with dual rear wheels that took three wrong upper control arms before someone pulled the real part number off Daimlerchrysler Sprinter Parts Catalog print. That is why this 675-page document exists. It breaks down every Group – from Front Suspension & Drive to the Electrical system – into clear figures with OEM part numbers.

Flip to Group 2, and you get Front Suspension. Figure 2-110 spells out the control arms, knuckles, bearings, and hubs. Need the lower left control arm? Part number 05104578AA shows up with the line, series, body, and engine codes that match your build. The catalog even tells you the bushing part number – 05133819AA for the bolt, and 05133818AA for the bushing itself. That is the kind of detail that keeps a job from turning into a parts run. I have been torquing head bolts for twenty-eight years, and I still reach for the parts catalog before I touch a wrench on an unfamiliar chassis.

One section you will use on every Sprinter job is the VIN Plate Decoding Information. It is right on page 1. The table shows position, interpretation, and codes. Position 1: W = DaimlerChrysler AG. Position 3: 5 = Sprinter Multipurpose Passenger Vehicle. Position 4, chassis configuration – B for 4X4 Canada, P for 4X2 U.S. If you do not decode the VIN before ordering Suspension parts, you end up with the wrong spring rate. Save yourself the phone calls. DaimlerChrysler Sprinter VIN Plate Decoding Information gives you the full breakdown.

Front Suspension & Drive Coverage

Group 2 covers Front Control Arms, Knuckles, Bearings and Hubs (Fig. 2-110), Front Shocks (Fig. 2-120), Front Stabilizer Bar (Fig. 2-130), and Front Spring (Fig. 2-140). Each figure lists the part numbers with quantity, line series, body style, engine, transmission, and trim codes. For example, the lower control arm right side for a 2500 with 5-speed auto comes as part 05136057AA. No cross-referencing third-party junk. This is the factory data. DaimlerChrysler Sprinter VIN Plate Decoding Manual – Section: Front Spring helps you match the correct spring to your GVWR.

Rear Axle and Differential – Internal Parts Down to the Vent

Group 3 walks you through the Rear Axle, including Differential Assembly (Fig. 3-110), Internal Differential Parts (Fig. 3-210), Housing (Fig. 3-220), and wheel bearings for both Single and Dual Rear Wheels (Fig. 3-230, 3-240). There is even a separate figure for the Rear Axle Vent (Fig. 3-310). If you are swapping axle shafts on a 3500, you need the exact bearing set. The catalog lists part numbers by line series. No guesswork.

Service Brakes – Two Rotor Sizes and ABS Module

Group 5 breaks down Front Brakes (Fig. 5-110) and Rear Brakes with two rotor sizes: 272mm (Fig. 5-210) and 285mm (Fig. 5-220). You also get the Power Brake Booster with vacuum lines and reservoir (Fig. 5-310, 5-320, 5-330), Master Cylinder (Fig. 5-410), and the Hydraulic Control Unit and ABS Module (Fig. 5-420). Brake lines are covered for 2500/3500 series with ABS (Fig. 5-510). If you need the pedal assembly, Fig. 5-610 has it. Every part number is tied to a specific vehicle configuration.

Electrical System: Modules, Relays, Sensors, and Wiring

Group 8 is massive. Starters (Fig. 8-105), Alternators (Fig. 8-205), Modules (Fig. 8-405 through 8-415), Relays & Fuses under seat and instrument panel (Fig. 8-505, 8-510). Sensors for engine, drivetrain, brakes, and ambient temperature (Fig. 8-605 to 8-620). The Single Board Engine Controller (SBEC) is covered in Fig. 8-715. Wiring sections run from engine bay to body, connectors for every zone – engine compartment, body, roof, front and rear doors, seating area (Fig. 8-1605 to 8-1630). Air bag systems for driver and passenger (Fig. 8-1705, 8-1710). Even glow plugs (Fig. 8-1910). DaimlerChrysler Sprinter VIN Plate Decoding Manual works hand-in-hand with the wiring diagrams to ensure you order the correct harness.

Cooling and Drive Belts

Group 7 covers Radiator (Fig. 7-110), Charge Air Intercooler (Fig. 7-120), Water Pump (Fig. 7-210), Drive Pulleys (Fig. 7-410), Drive Belts (Fig. 7-510), Transmission Oil Cooler Lines (Fig. 7-610), and Grille (Fig. 7-710). Nothing beats having the factory part number for that charge air hose when the dealership says discontinued.

Source Validity: OEM vs Aftermarket Catalogs

Every aftermarket parts catalog I have used on a Sprinter had at least two wrong numbers. This is the original DaimlerChrysler publication, no third-party reprint. The VIN decoding table on page 1 is the same one used at the assembly plant. The part numbers in Group 2 and Group 5 are the ones that landed on the line in Dusseldorf. If you are serious about keeping a Sprinter on the road, you start here. Automotive Industry Overview confirms that OEM documentation is the only reliable source for safety-critical parts like brake lines and ABS modules.

FAQ

Is this a service manual or a parts catalog?

It is a parts catalog. You get exploded diagrams and OEM part numbers, not step-by-step repair instructions. For torque specs and procedures, you need the service manual.

Will this work for a 2005 Sprinter?

Yes. The VIN decoding table covers model years 2004 and 2005 (position 10 code 4 or 5). The part numbers apply to those model years. Always verify with your VIN.

Does it cover the 2.7L diesel?

Position 7-8 on the VIN table shows engine codes: 43 for 2.7L 45-state diesel, 44 for 50-state diesel. The catalog figures list engine code in the column headers, so you can filter parts by engine. Yes, it covers the 2.7L.

I need the front spring part number for a 2500 with 3000 mm wheelbase. Where do I find it?

Go to Group 2, Fig. 2-140 Front Spring. Cross-reference your VIN code using the VIN decoding table (page 1). Position 5-6 on the VIN will tell you the wheelbase and GVWR combination. The catalog then lists the correct spring part number for that line series. If you cannot decode the VIN, use Automotive Battery – that won’t help you here. Stick with the manual.

You can spend an afternoon chasing aftermarket part numbers that do not fit, or you can get the source document and order the right piece the first time. Every figure in this catalog is a direct scan from the factory archive. Access the Factory Manual and keep it on your bench – your parts counter will thank you.