2009 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (W906) — Repair Solution

2.1L OM646.986 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT Turbo CRD Diesel Auto · Engine Not Cranking · Engine

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (W906) Engine Not Cranking Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: Sprinter (W906)
Year: 2009
Engine: 2.1L OM646.986 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
Kilometres: 278,343
Area: Engine
Category: Engine Not Cranking

Customer Complaint

Intermittently, the engine will not crank.

Problem Summary

At random, when attempting to start, the engine will not crank, and the glow plug indicator on the dash will not illuminate. When this happens, cycling the key off and back on will allow the engine to start normally. At other times, the vehicle starts and runs without issue.

Diagnostic Sequence

The step-by-step diagnostic process used to identify this fault is available to TaT members.

Unlock with Free Trial

Fault Description

The detailed fault description and root cause analysis for this 2009 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (W906) is available to TaT members.

Unlock with Free Trial

Verified Repair Solution

The confirmed repair procedure for this 2009 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (W906) is available to TaT members. Includes the verified fix and technician tips.

Unlock with Free Trial

Quick Facts

CodeMERW909111
Vehicle2009 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (W906)
Engine2.1L OM646.986 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

Need the Full Fix?

Get the complete diagnostic sequence, verified solution, and technician tips.

More Mercedes-Benz Repair Solutions

2010 Mercedes-Benz E250 (C207) 2.1L OM651.911 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto · Check Engine Light / MIL - On 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC220d (X253) 2.1L OM651.921 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel · Battery / Starter / Alternator 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA45 (C117) 2.0L M133.980 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Petrol · Fuel System 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML320 (W164) 3.0L OM642.940 6cyl 24v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto · Battery / Starter / Alternator 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA220 2.1L OM646.980 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel · Warning Lights On Dash 1994 Mercedes-Benz E220T (S124) 2.2L M111.960 4cyl 16v DOHC EFI Petrol Auto · Intermittent Non Starting

Access the Full Repair Solutions Database

Unlock 6,127 verified repair solutions with complete diagnostic details, confirmed fixes, and technician tips.

© 2026 The Automotive Technician (TaT) — www.tat.net.au