The Mercedes Sprintshift 6-speed robotic transmission was produced from 2000 to 2016 and installed in the popular Sprinter minibuses and similar Volkswagen Crafter models. This single-clutch robotic transmission with Magneti Marelli hydraulic actuators is identical to the Sequentronic.
Specifications
| Type | single-clutch robotic transmission |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Type of drive | rear |
| Engine volume, l | up to 2.5 (modification based on SG-S270) up to 2.7 (modification based on SG-S370) |
| Torque output, Nm | up to 270 (modification based on SG-S270) up to 370 (modification based on SG-S370) |
| Recommended oil | MB 235.10 + MB 345.0 * |
| Oil capacity, liter | 1.5 + 0.5 * (modification based on SG-S270) 1.7 + 0.5 * (modification based on SG-S370) |
| Partial replacement, liter | 1.2 + 0.5 * (modification based on SG-S270) 1.5 + 0.5 * (modification based on SG-S370) |
| Maintenance | every 60 000 km |
| Gearbox lifespan, km | ~300 000 km |
| Weight, kg | 51 |
* — The oil is changed in both the gearbox and the hydraulic drive.
Gear ratios Mercedes Sprintshift
Using the example of a 2003 Mercedes Sprinter with a 2.7 CDI diesel engine:
| Main | n/a |
| 1st | 5.014 |
| 2nd | 2.831 |
| 3rd | 1.789 |
| 4th | 1.256 |
| 5th | 1.000 |
| 6th | 0.828 |
| Reverse | 4.569 |
Using
The transmission was installed on:
- Mercedes Sprinter W901 in 2000 – 2006; Sprinter W906 in 2006 – 2012;
- Volkswagen Crafter 1 (2E) in 2006 – 2016.
Disadvantages of the Mercedes Sprintshift gearbox
- This robotic transmission has a hydraulic control system, so it’s important to monitor its fluid;
- If the hydraulic fluid is not changed frequently, the solenoids wear out quickly;
- A low fluid level often causes the pump to overheat and fail;
- After 200,000 to 250,000 km, the hydraulic accumulator may require replacement;
- Service stations also regularly replace the pressure sensor or pump relay.
