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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter recalled for fire risk
Mercedes-Benz is recalling over 5000 examples of its Sprinter van as there's a risk of a vehicle fire due to a wiring issue.
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
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Body type
Panel Van
Body type
Panel Van
Engine size
2.7 L
Engine size
2.0 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
10.1 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
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Power and torque
118kW / 243Nm
Power and torque
84kW / 300Nm
693km
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Warranty
3 years
Warranty
5 years
Doors
4
Doors
4
Seats
2
Seats
2
Fuel type
Unleaded
Fuel type
Diesel
Safety rating
4.00 Stars
Safety rating
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Specifications
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 237
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Bore Engine: 95.0
Engine (cc): 2694
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 2tr-Fe
Engine (L): 2.7
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 95.0
Engine
Bore Engine: 82.0
Engine (cc): 1950
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: Om 654
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.3
Compressor
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 1
Electrical System
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Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 91
Minimum Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.5
Main Capacity (L): 70
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.4
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 18.8
Main Capacity (L): 71
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.6
Main Type: Total
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 693
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 431
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 9.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 10.1
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 28
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 23
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 12.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 8.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 34
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 28
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 7.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 13.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 21
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 18
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 160
Maximum Power (kW): 118
Maximum Torque (Nm): 243
Measurement Standard: DIN
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 4000
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 114
Maximum Power (kW): 84
Maximum Torque (Nm): 300
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 3800
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1400
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 10.1
Fuel Economy
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Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Transmission
Code: R351
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 5
Type: Manual
Transmission
Description: Automatic
Number of Speeds: 9
Shift Lever Location: Column
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Type: Hydraulic
Power Steering
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Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Torsion
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Leaf
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Leaf
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 106
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 80
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 195
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 106
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 80
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 195
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 16
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: 1
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 16
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Body Style
Body Type: Panel Van
Cab Type: Single Cab
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Platform Code: IMV
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Long
Body Style
Body Type: Panel Van
Local Body Type: Panel Van
Roof Type: Standard
Wheelbase Type: Medium
Step
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Step
Step Location: Rear
Rear Step Type: Platform
Step Location: Side
Power-Retractable Side Step: yes
Side Step Type: Platform
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Black
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 211.9
Cargo Volume (L): 6000
Height (in): 52.6
Height (mm): 1335
Length (in): 115.4
Length (mm): 2930
Loading Floor Height (in): 23.0
Loading Floor Height (mm): 585
Standard Measurement: Manufacturer'S Own
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 44.1
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1120
Width (in): 60.8
Width (mm): 1545
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume (cu ft): 317.8
Cargo Volume (L): 9000
Height (in): 67.7
Height (mm): 1719
Length (in): 132.9
Length (mm): 3375
Loading Floor Height (in): 24.7
Loading Floor Height (mm): 628
Standard Measurement: VDA
Width Between Wheelhouses (in): 55.6
Width Between Wheelhouses (mm): 1412
Width (in): 70.4
Width (mm): 1787
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10000
Front Track (in): 57.9
Front Track (mm): 1470
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 160
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 32.8
Overall Height (in): 78.0
Overall Height (mm): 1980
Overall Length (in): 184.8
Overall Length (mm): 4695
Overall Width (in): 66.7
Overall Width (mm): 1695
Rear Track (in): 57.7
Rear Track (mm): 1465
Wheelbase (in): 101.2
Wheelbase (mm): 2570
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12400
Front Overhang (in): 40.2
Front Overhang (mm): 1021
Front Track (in): 68.0
Front Track (mm): 1726
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 6.4
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 162
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 40.7
Overall Height (in): 91.8
Overall Height (mm): 2331
Overall Length (in): 233.5
Overall Length (mm): 5932
Overall Width (in): 79.5
Overall Width (mm): 2020
Rear Overhang (in): 49.1
Rear Overhang (mm): 1246
Rear Track (in): 68.2
Rear Track (mm): 1732
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 43.6
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 13300
Wheelbase (in): 144.3
Wheelbase (mm): 3665
Cargo Doors
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 90
Rear Operation: Lifting Gate
Cargo Doors
Driver Internal Handles: yes
Driver Location: Driver
Driver Opening Angle: 0
Driver Operation: Sliding
Passenger Height (in): 59.8
Passenger Height (mm): 1519
Location: Passenger
Passenger Operation: Sliding
Passenger Width (in): 49.6
Passenger Width (mm): 1260
Rear Height (in): 61.0
Rear Height (mm): 1550
Rear Internal Handles: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Opening Angle: 180
Rear Operation: Double Hinged
Rear Width (in): 61.2
Rear Width (mm): 1555
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
LED Lights
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LED Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Headlight Control
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Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Paint
External Colour: Purple
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: White
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Black
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Side Windows
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Rear Side Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Fixed
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Third Row Windows
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Third Row Windows
Location: Driver
Driver Type: Fixed
Location: Passenger
Passenger Type: Fixed
Fourth Row Windows
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Fourth Row Windows
Window Location: Passenger
Passenger Fourth Row Window Type: Fixed
Tinted Glass
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Tinted Glass
Location: Rear
Location: Side
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1400
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3086
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 400
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 882
Gross Train Weight (kg): 4200
Gross Train Weight (lb): 9259
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2800
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6173
Payload Allowance (kg): 1080
Payload Allowance (lb): 2381
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1720
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3792
Weights
Front Axle Weight (kg): 1650
Front Axle Weight (lb): 3638
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 2000
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 4409
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Train Weight (kg): 5550
Gross Train Weight (lb): 12236
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 3550
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 7826
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 2245
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 4949
Manufacturer Driver Weight (kg): 75
Manufacturer Driver Weight (lb): 165
Payload Allowance (kg): 1380
Payload Allowance (lb): 3042
Payload Inc Driver (kg): 1380
Payload Inc Driver (lb): 3042
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2170
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4784
Rear Axle Weight (kg): 2250
Rear Axle Weight (lb): 4960
Tare Weight (kg): 2118
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 2
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Bulkhead
Type: Tubular
Tubular Bulkhead Width: Full
Bulkhead
Type: Solid
Solid Bulkhead Window: yes
Overall Bulkhead Size
Full Width: yes
Overall Bulkhead Size
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Load Restraint
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Load Restraint
Sliding Anchorage Points: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Bluetooth
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Navigational Systems
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Data Feed: Internal Memory/Hd
Display Type: Colour
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Traffic Info: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Camera
Cruise Control
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Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Stop Go Function: Stop & Go
Mobile Integration
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Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Other Months Subscription Included: 0
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Other
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Smart Card/Smart Key
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
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USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 6.1
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 7.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 5.50
Computer
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Floor Covering
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Plastic/Rubber
Floor Covering
Load Area: Board
Vehicle Cab Compartment: Plastic/Rubber
Load Area Side Covering
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Load Area Side Covering
Type: Wood
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 2
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Center
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 3
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20111107
ANCAP Overall: 4.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: Poor
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 2.7 Lwb Van
Crash Test Results
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Rear Seat Belts
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Rear Seat Belts
Center Seat Position: Centre
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
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Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
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Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Autonomous Drive
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Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Overtaking Sensor
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Buzzer: yes
Manufacturer Code: JA7
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Front Seat
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bench
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Seat Suspension: Mechanical
Driver Front Seat Swivelling: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Seat Suspension: Mechanical
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Manufacturer Name: Artico
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Front Seat Center Armrest
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Front Seat Center Armrest
Center Front Seat Armrest Folding: yes
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Air Conditioning
Type: Semi-Auto
Ventilation System
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Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Anti-Theft Protection
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Anti-Theft Protection
Peripheral: yes
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 6
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 40000
Distance (miles): 24855
Period (Months): 24
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