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>> Operator’s Manual. smart fortwo coupé and smart fortwo cabriolet www.smart.com smart - A Daimler brand...
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Your authorized electric drive smart Trademarks center has trained technicians and Bluetooth ® is a registered trademark of Genuine smart Parts to service your vehicle Bluetooth SIG Inc. properly. ® is a registered trademark of For expert advice and quality service, Daimler.
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Should you Please contact an authorized electric have any questions about the vehicle and drive smart center if you have any further how to safely operate its features, please questions. use common sense and contact smart dealer...
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Contents Index ..........4 At a glance ........19 Introduction ......... 12 Safety .......... 27 Controls ........49 Operation ........107 Practical hints ......153 Technical data ......205...
Index Antiglare, Interior rear view 1, 2, 3 ... mirror ......... 59 12-volt battery Antilock Brake System Charging ........ 192 see ABS Indicator lamp ......164 Anti-theft systems ......46 Notes ........190 Anti-theft warning system ... 47 Removing and installing .... 192 Electronic immobilizer ....
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Index Start menu ....... 86 Time menu ....... 90 CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ..17 Coolant California retail buyers and Anticorrosion/antifreeze ..213, 214 lessees, important notice for ... 13 Battery ........119 Cargo compartment cover blind ..100 Capacities ......212, 213 CD player ........
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Index Driving and parking Fog lamps ........ 65, 173 Safety notes ......74 Front air bags Driving safety systems ....44 see Air bags ABS ........44 Front compartment ......117 ® Front lamps ........45 Hydraulic brake assistant ... 46 Overview ........
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Index Charging (public charging station) ........114 Jump-starting ......193 Charging cable ......112 Displaying available power ..82 ECO indicator ......83 Intelligent charging Key ..........50 management ......117 Loss of ........169 Introduction ......108 Replacing the transmitter Notes ........
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Index Locking the vehicle ......50 OCS (Occupant Classification System) ........37 Manually ......... 170 Loss of Self-test ......... 40 Key ........169 On-board Diagnostics Socket (OBD) ... 207 Service and Warranty Online access ....... 110 Information booklet ....206 Operating range ......
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Side windows see Occupant safety Operation ........ 73 Rims ........139, 210 Signs and labels ......208 Roadside Assistance ....... 14 smart surround sound system .... 93 Roof Snow chains ......... 140 see Soft top system Snow tires see Winter tires Soft top system ......
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Index Storage compartments ....102 Tire inflation pressure Coin holder ......102 Checking ........ 124 Door pockets ......102 Important notes on ....124 Drawer ........103 Placard on driver’s door B- Glove box ........ 103 pillar ........127 in the tailgate ......104 Tire labeling .......
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Index Wheel change ......188 Vehicle loading Winter tires ...... 140, 210 Instructions ......104 Tire speed rating ....135, 139 Load limit ......129 Top tether Roof rack ........ 104 Terminology ......137 see Children in the vehicle Vehicle maximum load on the tire ..140 Total load limit ......
Manual, your authorized electric drive information on permissible technical smart center will be glad to inform you of modifications and expert installations on correct care and operating procedures. the operation and maintenance of the smart The Operator’s Manual and Maintenance/...
The service advisor will record or more of the following occurs: each service in the booklet for you.
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In light of the foregoing, proper care must Booklet. be exercised in the planning of a long distance trip with the vehicle. smart is not In Canada: If you change your address, be responsible for the availability of public sure to send in the “Change of Address charging stations.
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>> Introduction. WARNING For safety reasons, smart recommends all work to be carried out by a smart service The high‑voltage battery of the drive partner which is qualified for smart system is located under the vehicle’s electric drive. underbody. When the pressure inside the Particular care should be taken involving high‑voltage battery exceeds a certain...
Do not drive the vehicle if you believe it may not be safely operated. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the smart center management, or if necessary contact Your vehicle is equipped with a high-...
This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety. smart may access the information and share it with others for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes with the consent of the vehicle owner or...
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Cockpit ........... 20 Instrument cluster (miles) ....21 Instrument cluster (kilometers) ... 23 Center console ........25 Overhead control panel ...... 26 Door control panel ......26...
Center console Center console Function Page Function Page Charge level gauge Hazard warning flasher switch Power gauge Central locking switch Air conditioning with climate control Switching front fog lamps* on/off Radio Storage tray* Drawer Gear selector lever Switching seat heating* on/off Starter switch Restarting TPMS button...
Door control panel Overhead control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Passenger front air bag Inside door handle off indicator lamp Adjusting exterior rear Switching interior view mirrors lighting on/off Opening and closing Interior rear view mirror passenger side window Opening and closing driver’s side window...
Additional protection potential is Occupant safety provided by: Introduction Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) The smart vehicle is equipped with seat with belts and dual stage air bags to protect you Air bags ( page 31) in a crash. However, children can be killed...
Contact an authorized your seat belt. electric drive smart center. If it is necessary to modify an air bag system to WARNING accommodate a person with disabilities,...
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Never wear the shoulder belt under your Seat belts of a vehicle involved in an arm, against your neck or off your accident must be inspected by smart. Only shoulder. Doing so may cause your body to then is it possible to determine whether...
Tensioning Devices will no longer function Never place your feet on the instrument properly and must be replaced. smart panel, dashboard or on the seat. Always recommends that you visit a qualified keep both feet on the floor in front of the workshop to have this done.
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In case of other types of impacts and problems, please contact an authorized impacts below air bag deployment electric drive smart center. thresholds, air bags will not deploy. The Do not lean your head or chest close to the driver and passenger will then be steering wheel or dashboard.
Only use seat belts handles over the door. These items may installed or supplied by an authorized turn into projectiles and cause head and electric drive smart center. other injuries when the head-thorax air Air bags and Emergency Tensioning bag is deployed.
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Occupant safety and a fastened or unfastened seat belt as any authorized electric drive smart assessed by the air bag control unit. center. On the passenger side, the front air bag deployment is additionally influenced How an air bag operates by the passenger’s weight category as...
Passenger knee bag Only use seat covers which have been tested The knee bags are designed to provide and approved by smart for your vehicle increased protection for the driver and model. A seat cover must have a deployment passenger against the risk of injuries to control seam for the head-thorax air bag.
Occupant safety WARNING Only use seat covers which have been tested and approved by smart for your vehicle model. A seat cover must have a deployment control seam for the thorax-pelvis side air bag. Using other seat covers may interfere with or prevent the deployment of the thorax-pelvis side air bags.
Only seat accessories approved by smart may be used. Both driver and the passenger should...
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Occupant safety being up to or less than the weight of a If the 4 0 indicator lamp is typical 12‑month‑old child in a standard illuminated, the passenger front air bag is child restraint, or if the passenger seat is deactivated and will not be deployed.
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Occupant safety the system suppresses deployment of the which could occur under some passenger front air bag even though the circumstances, even with the air bag impact met the criteria and was of technology installed in your vehicle. sufficient severity to deploy the driver If you install a rear-facing child front air bag restraint on the passenger seat, make...
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for Only have the seat repaired or replaced installation of child seats. by an authorized electric drive smart center. Read and observe all warnings in this Children in the vehicle chapter.
Occupant safety and all Canadian provinces and Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the territories. passenger compartment unless they are Infants and small children should be seated firmly secured in place. in an appropriate infant or child restraint For more information, please refer to the system properly secured in accordance “Loading and storing section”.
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Occupant safety belt and use an appropriately sized infant and secure child restraint with the restraint, toddler restraint, or booster vehicle’s seat belt according to the child seat recommended for the size and weight seat manufacturer’s instructions. For of the child. children larger than the typical 12‑month‑old child, the passenger front Children can be killed or seriously injured...
Panic alarm Top tether Install the child restraint system and tighten top tether strap A according to Top tether permits an additional the child restraint manufacturer’s connection between a child restraint instructions. system and the passenger seat. Proper usage of the top tether, in accordance with WARNING instructions provided by the child After installing top tether straps, make...
Driving safety systems 2. this device must accept any conditions and keep a safe distance to interference received, including other road users and objects on the street. interference that may cause undesired operation. In winter operation, the maximum effectiveness of the ABS, the hydraulic Any unauthorized modification to this ®...
Driving safety systems Emergency brake maneuver ® also stabilizes the vehicle during braking and steering maneuvers. Keep continuous full pressure on the ® The ESP warning lamp ÷ in the brake pedal. ® instrument cluster flashes when the ESP WARNING engaged.
The damage the brake system which is not capabilities of a hydraulic brake assistant covered by the smart Limited Warranty. equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which ®...
Anti-theft systems Canceling the alarm Anti-theft warning system* Insert the key in the starter switch. Once the anti-theft warning system has Turn the key to starter switch position 1. been armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered when someone opens a door or the tailgate Press button # or * on the key.
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Anti-theft systems Remove the key from the starter switch. Press switch : within 60 seconds. Indicator lamp ; comes on. Exit the vehicle. Lock the vehicle using the remote control. The tow-away protection and the interior motion sensor remain switched off until you lock your vehicle again.
Opening and closing discharged, or the remote control is Opening and closing malfunctioning. Check the batteries in the remote control and replace them if necessary. If you do not have a spare transmitter battery at hand, use the key to open the driver’s door and the charge socket flap page 170).
Opening and closing ! The remote control has an operating unlocking with the key if neither the driver’s nor passenger door is opened. range of approximately 50 ft (15 meters). This can fluctuate greatly as a ! To prevent an inadvertent lockout, consequence of local conditions never leave your key lying in the vehicle.
Opening and closing switched on and the ignition is switched off. Opening the upper tailgate on the coupé Locking: Press central locking switch :. The indicator lamp on central locking switch : comes on, when the starter switch is in position 1. The indicator lamp on central locking switch : flashes, when the starter Press button # on the key twice.
Opening and closing Pull either of the release levers : Swivel the lower tailgate upwards to close. Allow the two release levers to backwards. engage audibly. The lower tailgate is unlocked. Swivel the upper tailgate downwards to Swivel the lower tailgate downwards to close.
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Opening and closing Opening the tailgate on the cabriolet Key with remote control * Lock button Press button # on the key twice. $ Opening the retractable soft top Pull the release handle in handle # Unlock button recess : of the tailgate. Opening: Press button $ on the key for The tailgate is unlocked.
Starter switch positions Closing: Swivel the rear soft top Starter switch positions downwards to close. Pull soft top down. Pull release levers :, located to the left and right of the retaining clip, downwards. Make sure the rear soft top is correctly locked in place on both sides.
Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the WARNING vehicle. Contact an authorized electric drive smart Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat center if the seats have become damaged. backrest in an excessively reclined The seat is an integral part of the vehicle’s...
Seats are slightly angled when holding the Adjusting armrest angle steering wheel. You can adjust the angle of the armrest when Release adjustment lever : when the it is folded down. desired seat backrest tilt is reached. Turn thumb wheel =. When you hear an audible click, the seat Direction of arrow ?: down backrest is again fixed into place.
The seat heating allows you to heat the switch and then go(es) out again. Contact driver’s and passenger seat electrically. an authorized smart center. Mirrors Adjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a...
Mirrors good view of the road and traffic will be heated automatically. This conditions. prevents icing up the exterior rear view mirrors and also creates a clear view when the exterior rear view mirrors have fogged Exterior rear view mirrors If the rear window defroster is WARNING automatically deactivated after...
Seat belts Seat belts WARNING Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat Fastening the seat belts backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous. You WARNING could slide under the seat belt in a Always fasten your seat belt before driving. collision.
Allow the retractor to completely rewind replaced. Contact an authorized electric the seat belt by guiding latch plate =. drive smart center. Proper use of seat belts Correct driver seat adjustment Do not twist the seat belt when fastening.
Lighting Side marker lamps Exterior lamp switch Low‑beam headlamps For safety, smart recommends that you drive with your low‑beam headlamps on You can switch on and off the low‑beam during the day. In certain countries, local headlamps with the exterior lamp switch laws dictate that low‑beam headlamps are...
Lighting Switching on: To minimize risk to you and to others, activate headlamps by turning exterior Start the drive system. lamp switch to position L when driving The daytime running lamps are switched or when traffic and/or ambient lighting conditions require you to do so. On vehicles with low beam daytime In low ambient lighting conditions, only running lamps the parking lamps also...
Lighting Turn signals Reactivating (USA only): Switch off the ignition. Remove the key from the starter switch. Switch on the high-beam flasher and press button # on the key simultaneously. An acoustic signal sounds. The daytime running lamp mode is reactivated.
Lighting When returning to the vehicle repeatedly until the desired setting is reached. Press button # on the key either once or The current setting is stored. twice. The vehicle is either selectively or When adjusting the ambient lighting, globally unlocked. the illumination level for instrument cluster is also changed ( page 80).
Lighting Make sure the parking lamps or the after 15 seconds if all doors are closed low‑beam headlamps are switched on. after 10 minutes if at least one door is Switching on: Press switch :. open The front fog lamps come on. The rocker switch can be set to three different positions.
Windshield wipers Windshield wipers Intermittent wiping Only switch on intermittent wiping under Switching windshield wipers on and off wet weather conditions or in the presence of precipitation. Vehicles with rain-light sensor*: When you select intermittent wiping, the sensor is activated. The sensor automatically sets a suitable wiping interval depending on the wetness of the sensor surface.
Soft top system (cabriolet only) To prevent smears on the windshield, or Introduction noisy/chattering wiper blades, wipe with windshield washer fluid The soft top system of the smart cabriolet periodically even when it is raining. consists of a retractable soft top Single wipe...
Limited Do not open the retractable soft top if Warranty. there is snow or ice on the roof, as this could result in malfunctions.
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Soft top system (cabriolet only) Opening from outside reached or the retractable soft top is opened completely. You can open the retractable soft top completely with the key. Press symbol ; on the retractable soft top switch briefly. The retractable soft top opens completely.
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Soft top system (cabriolet only) Make sure the key is in starter switch Open the driver’s and passenger door position 1. when conditions are safe to do so. Open the tailgate ( page 54). Retractable soft top switch Closing Pull handle : on the inside of the Opening tailgate backward.
Soft top system (cabriolet only) Carry out the following steps when Close the storage compartment cover. conditions are safe to do so. Press on the “PRESS” marking in the First lift the side rail at the rear end in middle of the storage compartment cover direction of arrows ?.
Side windows ! Make sure the side rails are installed correctly. Otherwise the side rails may not function properly or may be damaged. Close the storage compartment cover. Press on the “PRESS” marking in the middle of the storage compartment cover until it engages audibly.
Driving and parking Driving and parking result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. Starting The switches for both power windows are on WARNING the driver’s door. In addition, there is a A vehicle with an electric motor produces switch for the passenger side on the significantly lower noise levels than a passenger door.
Driving and parking Driving steer the vehicle. Adapt your driving accordingly. The vehicle has a crawler function. The vehicle moves forward when the brake WARNING pedal is released. Vehicle movement can cause serious Depress the brake pedal. personal injury. Therefore, always do the Move the gear selector lever to drive following before exiting and leaving the position D.
When parked on an incline, always turn the whenever the vehicle is rolling. Have the front wheels towards the curb. brake system repaired at an authorized electric drive smart center, if there is a fault in the brake system. * optional...
Transmission Transmission Shifting procedure If a brake circuit has failed ( page 160), you must depress brake pedal : further down to achieve the same effect and the braking distance is increased. Gearshift pattern for transmission The brake servo will only function with Park position the ignition switched on.
Transmission Use the different levels 0 to 2 for Compensate for the reduced engine braking conditions as described below: effect by pressing the brake pedal accordingly, as required. Level 0 Driving without frequent breaking. No sharp bends on Using the steering wheel paddle shifters, the road ahead.
Instrument cluster ! When the hill‑start assist system stops Instrument cluster braking the vehicle, it can roll Charge level and power gauges backwards. If you open the driver’s door, the hill‑start assist system is deactivated and a warning signal sounds. Your vehicle has a hill‑start assist system.
Instrument cluster Power gauge the charging cable is connected to the vehicle WARNING there is not enough power from the high- The operating condition of the high- voltage battery voltage battery (e.g. not yet at normal a problem occured in the high-voltage operating temperature or fully charged) system influences the braking effect of the...
Control system Control system Control switch Pressing up selects a menu. Introduction OK button The control system is activated when you turn the key in the starter switch to Confirming a selection. position 1. Scrolling through stored messages in the Messages menu WARNING...
Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. Move the gear selector The indicator for the maximum available lever to park position P power of the drive system contains three or neutral position N.
Control system By charging the high-voltage battery, the Charging mode display reduced availability of power can be When you switch off the ignition, you see improved ( page 112). the display of the charging mode which is currently set. The charging mode is not changed after the ECO indicator ignition has been switched off.
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Control system A change of the outside temperature ; will road surface is free of ice. The road may be displayed with delay. still be icy, especially in wooded areas or on bridges. Your vehicle could start to skid if you do not adjust your driving style accordingly.
Control system Menus and submenus Function Odometer menu ( page 85) YSTART menu (trip statistics since start) ( page 86) YRESET menu (trip statistics since last reset) ( page 86) Charge and depart menu ( page 86) Messages menu ( page 89) Settings menu (...
Control system Odometer menu appears in the Reset menu multifunction display. YRESET menu menu shows you the trip To switch between submenus: Press the OK statistics since the last reset. button on the control lever briefly. To reset the trip odometer: Select the trip odometer display.
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Control system This is useful: priority over the charging of the high‑voltage battery. if you wish to cool the interior of the vehicle before driving Activating the set departure time if you wish to charge the vehicle at a charging station/wallbox at the most inexpensive electricity rate With the "Air conditioning before start"...
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Contact an authorized The new departure time is stored and electric drive smart center should you activated. require assistance. If necessary, adjust The "Air conditioning before start" the settings of your vehicle.
! Failure to have the maintenance service performed at the designated Messages menu times/mileage, may result in vehicle damage that is not covered by the smart Messages menu stores messages that Limited Warranty. you can call up.
Control system Press the control switch on the control lever ( page 81) up or down until the mi– submenu appears in the multifunction display. Press the OK button on the control lever briefly. Press the control switch on the control Press the control switch on the control lever ( page 81) up or down until the...
If you wish to have an audio system other Press the OK button on the control lever than an original smart audio system fitted briefly to confirm. in your vehicle, please always have the The selected hours are stored.
Audio system* The following pages contain a brief Audio system navigation/multimedia* description of the audio systems available The audio system navigation/multimedia for the coupé and cabriolet. contains the following functions: The devices are described with their full Radio (FM/AM) complement of equipment. The description for your individual equipment Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS) specification applies.
With the cruise control is activated and a speed set, the following message appears smart surround sound system* in the multifunction display: The smart surround sound system supplements the existing speakers with more powerful and additional speakers (including a digital amplifier in the passenger footwell and a passive subwoofer).
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Driving systems The cruise control is operated via buttons USA only: appears in the on the steering wheel. multifunction display to indicate that the speed has been set. Canada only: The set speed appears in the multifunction display next to cruise control symbol V.
Air conditioning with climate control Air conditioning with climate control could cause an accident and/or serious injury to you and others. Notes Press RES/+ button ; briefly. WARNING The cruise control resumes the Follow the recommended settings for previously set speed. heating and cooling given on the following pages.
Air conditioning with climate control the vehicle's cooling fan are switched on automatically. This cools the high‑voltage battery but not the vehicle's interior. When the high‑voltage battery reaches the nominal temperature again, the air conditioner switches off automatically. The range of the vehicle is decreased when the air conditioner is switched on.
Air conditioning with climate control Control panel Air volume control Air conditioning switch Rear window defroster switch Air recirculation switch Temperature control Air distribution control Increasing or decreasing: Push Switching on/off temperature control A up or down. Control panel ( page 97).
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Air conditioning with climate control Side air vents To make sure the heating or air conditioning with climate control works properly, please observe the following: Keep the air intake grill free from deposits, e.g. ice or snow, to ensure that fresh air can flow freely into the vehicle interior.
Air conditioning with climate control Turn air distribution control B to the Switching on: Push air volume control : to level 3. desired symbol. The air distribution is controlled Turn air distribution control B to depending on the position of the air position z.
Loading and storing from the outside (e.g. before driving WARNING through a tunnel). This setting cuts off the Do not place any objects on the mounted intake of outside air and recirculates the cargo compartment cover blind. air in the passenger compartment. Vehicle occupants could be injured by WARNING objects being thrown around in the vehicle...
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Loading and storing Fitting Pull parcel net bag A down slightly and secure with the hook and loop fastener. If you wish to use cargo compartment cover Remove in reverse order. blind : as normal, assemble it in top mountings ;. If you do not need the cargo Controls compartment cover blind, insert in bottom mountings =.
Loading and storing Coat hook on driver’s side Example illustration (coupé) Coat hook Coin holder Door pockets Storage compartments The door pockets are located in the driver’s WARNING and passenger door. To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle.
Loading and storing Glove box Opening: Pull handle =. Closing: Swivel storage tray ; back A clamp rail for slips of paper is until it engages. located on the outside of the glove box lid. Parcel nets Parcel nets are located on the in-board sides of the seat backrests.
Loading and storing Opening: Press on the center of Loading instructions drawer :. WARNING The drawer opens slightly. Transport heavy or hard objects in the Pull drawer: to open completely. cargo compartment, not in the passenger Closing: Press on drawer : until it compartment.
Useful features passenger seat into the passenger WARNING compartment. Do not store any flammable substances Make sure luggage/cargo is properly inside the vehicle that could ignite and secured. start a fire. Always use, if so equipped, cargo net* WARNING when transporting cargo. The manufacturer has not approved your Do not carry any unnecessary weight in the vehicle for towing a trailer.
Useful features The sun screen can be adjusted to any desired position. Auxiliary power outlet Turn the key to starter switch position 1. Opening or closing: Move sun screen : ! Please observe the safety instructions forward or backward using the handle. given in the respective operating instructions.
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High-voltage battery ......108 Front compartment ......117 Tires and wheels ......122 Winter driving ........ 140 Driving instructions ......141 Driving abroad ........ 146 Vehicle care ........147...
220 V / 240 V service. Charge connectors inflammable gas escapes to an area under will be available for purchase through the vehicle. This prevents the high‑voltage your authorized electric drive smart battery from exploding. center. Stay away from this area of the vehicle.
High-voltage battery Energy consumption and range Use only charging cables which have been approved and recommended for the vehicle. The available energy of the high‑voltage Do not use: battery is reduced by: extension chords low outside temperatures cable reels switching on electrical consumers multiple sockets At low temperatures and after being parked travel adapters...
Personal area setup Online access to the vehicle You must first set up your personal access General under http://vh.smart.com in order to access the "Vehicle Homepage". For this, WARNING you need a valid Email address. Observe the legal regulations of the...
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AV" standard. Data is transmitted via phase verification code (VVC) reissued to you at L1 and the neutral conductor of the power an authorized electric drive smart center line. after purchase. With this new code you can In order for the vehicle to access the...
Contact an authorized electric drive tailgate, if available ( page 104). smart center if you have any questions. In this case, you can not stow the roof bars of the roof system there. Next, set the value of the charge current to the desired value once again.
Check the maximum permissible charge power socket and plugged current on site before you begin the in again. charging process. Contact an authorized electric drive smart center should you require assistance. If necessary, adjust Indicator lamp ; the settings of your vehicle. lights up There is no malfunction.
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High-voltage battery If you leave the charging cable in the power Insert the charging cable into the supply socket after charging, the set value stationary connection, i.e. an AC power is used for the next charging process. socket. If you remove the charging cable from the Insert plug A of the charging cable into power supply socket, the value is reset to charge socket = to the stop.
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"Vehicle activation. Homepage". Please consult an authorized This is for: electric drive smart center if you do not mutual authorization of the vehicle and have access to the Internet. the charging station If the charging station allows the...
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High-voltage battery ignition is switched on and the charging cable is connected. The drive system and battery cooling systems may switch on audibly during the charging process, depending on the temperature. Removing the charging cable The battery is charged completely when the indicator in the charge level gauge is at 100% ( page 79).
The charge socket flap is unlocked but the opening mechanism is jammed. Lock and unlock the vehicle again. If the opening mechanism is still jammed: Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. The charging cable The vehicle power socket is locked. cannot be inserted Make sure that the gear selector lever is in position P.
Front compartment Using a suitable object, push both starter switch before opening the service openers : towards the inside in flap. direction of the arrows. If the windshield wipers should Both levers ; are released from the inadvertently be switched on, you could be radiator grille.
Front compartment Insert hooks A on the back of service flap = into openings B. Remounting Lift service flap = out of openings B. Push service flap = down in direction of arrow G. Insert left and right links D of service First push both levers ;...
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Front compartment Adding coolant a cooling period of at least 30 minutes. Otherwise, you could be seriously burned if Cover pressure cap : with a rag. hot coolant escapes. Slowly turn pressure cap : approximately Ö turn counterclockwise The coolant is a mixture of water and to release any excess pressure.
Use a windshield washer concentrate and leaks immediately. Contact an labeled for winter and water for authorized electric drive smart center temperatures below freezing point. immediately. Do not add brake fluid as ! Always use a windshield washer this will not solve the problem.
If the vehicle or tires Safety notes appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to the nearest authorized electric drive smart Contact an authorized electric drive smart center or tire dealer for repairs. center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summer WARNING and winter operation.
Tires and wheels Follow recommended cold tire inflation Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated pressures listed on Tire and Loading tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, Information placard on the driver’s door adversely affect handling and energy B‑pillar. consumption of the vehicle, and are more Keeping the tires properly inflated likely to fail from being overheated.
Tires and wheels Important notes on tire inflation likely to become punctured or damaged by pressure road debris, potholes etc. WARNING Overinflated tires can If the tire inflation pressure drops adversely affect handling repeatedly, check the tires for punctures characteristics from foreign objects and/or whether air is cause uneven tire wear leaking from the valves or from around the...
Tires and wheels Checking tire inflation pressure The TPMS only functions on wheels that are manually equipped with the proper electronic sensors. Follow the steps below to achieve correct tire inflation pressure: WARNING The TPMS does not indicate a warning for Remove the cap from the valve on one tire.
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Tires and wheels USA only: responsibility to maintain correct tire This device complies with Part 15 of the pressure, even if underinflation has not FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the reached the level to trigger illumination following two conditions: of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Tires and wheels Using the Tire and Loading Information Do not underinflate tires. Underinflated placard on the driver’s door B‑pillar tires wear excessively and/or unevenly, page 128), make sure the tire adversely affect handling and energy inflation pressure of all four tires is consumption, and are more likely to fail correct.
Tires and wheels recommended tire inflation pressures Tire and Loading Information placard for the original equipment tires on Data shown on Tire and Loading your vehicle. Information placard example are for 2) The certification label, also found on illustration purposes only. Load limit the driver’s door B‑pillar, tells you data are specific to each vehicle and may about the gross weight capacity of your...
Tires and wheels that can be in the vehicle. The Tire and The maximum cargo compartment load Loading Information placard showing is 110 lbs (50 kg). seating capacity : is located on the The following table shows examples on how driver’s door B‑pillar ( page 128).
Tires and wheels Examples for steps 1 to 3 Example 1 Example 2 Step 1 Combined weight limit of 540 lbs 540 lbs occupants and cargo from Tire and Loading Information placard Step 2 Number of occupants (driver and passenger) Occupants weight Occupant 1: 150 lbs Occupant 1: 150 lbs...
Tires and wheels Life of tire For more information on tire load rating page 135). WARNING For information on calculating total and Tires should be replaced after 6 years, cargo load capacities ( page 129). regardless of the remaining tread. The service life of a tire is dependent upon Direction of rotation varying factors including but not limited...
Tires and wheels treadwear :, traction ;, and temperature resistance =. Although not a Government of Canada requirement, all tires made for sale in North America have these grades branded on the sidewall. For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration.
Temperature 81 lb‑ft (110 Nm). WARNING Only use genuine smart wheel bolts specified for your vehicle’s rims. The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly For information on wheel change, see “Flat inflated and not overloaded.
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Tires and wheels No letter preceding the size designation Manufacturer (as illustrated above): Passenger car tire Tire ply material ( page 137) based on European design standards. Tire size designation, load and speed Letter “P” preceding the size designation: rating ( page 134) Passenger car tire based on U.S.
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Tires and wheels Tire load rating Regardless of the tire speed rating, local speed limits should be obeyed. Use prudent WARNING driving speeds appropriate to prevailing The tire load rating must always be at least conditions. half of the GAWR of your vehicle. Otherwise, Tire speed rating B indicates the tire failure may result and cause an approved maximum speed for the tire.
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Tires and wheels symbol in the service description. Load identification Example: 245/40 ZR18 97Y. In this example, “97Y” is the service description. The letter “Y” designates the speed rating and the speed capability of the tire is limited to 186 mph (300 km/h). Any tire with a speed capability above 186 mph (300 km/h) must include a “ZR”...
Tires and wheels Tire type code Tire type code ? may, at the option of the manufacturer, be used as a descriptive code for identifying significant characteristics of the tire. Date of manufacture Date of manufacture A identifies the week and year of manufacture.
Tires and wheels GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory-installed The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle equipment (whether installed or not). weight. The gross vehicle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR for the Air pressure front and rear axle indicated on the certification label located on the driver’s...
Tires and wheels Normal occupant weight TIN (Tire Identification Number) The number of occupants the vehicle is Unique identifier which facilitates designed to seat, multiplied by efforts by tire manufacturers to notify 68 kilograms (150 lbs). purchasers in recall situations or other safety matters concerning tires and gives purchasers the means to easily identify Occupant distribution...
12 V battery test drops with decreasing ambient temperature. Snow chains* Tire change. ! Remember that snow chains must always be compatible with the tire sizes of a vehicle. Snow chains that are approved by smart are only permitted for the following tire size: * optional...
Driving instructions 175/55 R15 on the rear axle. road surface. This means that you should For safety reasons, smart recommends always adapt your driving style to suit the that you only use snow chains that have current road and weather conditions.
Maintenance System. Contact an press the brake carefully at the end of the authorized electric drive smart center. trip and again when beginning the next Energy consumption is also increased by trip in order to remove any salt residues...
Inspect the tires and the vehicle underbody for possible damage. If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe, have the vehicle towed to the Hydroplaning nearest smart center or tire dealer for repairs. Depending on the depth of the water layer on the road, hydroplaning may occur...
If you are uncertain about the correct reading of the information given on a Standing water tire’s sidewall, any authorized electric drive smart center will be glad to assist Do not drive through flooded areas or water you. of unknown depth. Before driving through water, determine its depth.
WARNING system and the high-voltage battery, Please do not forget that your primary which is not covered by the smart Limited responsibility is to drive the vehicle Warranty. safely. Only operate the radio or...
Never use fluids or solvents that are not systems, the vehicle should be serviced designed for cleaning your vehicle. only at an authorized electric drive smart Always lock away cleaning products and center. keep them out of reach of children.
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Vehicle care More frequent washings are necessary to Vehicle care deal with unfavorable conditions: Contact an authorized electric drive smart near the ocean center for recommended and approved care in industrial areas (smoke, exhaust products. emissions) Advice on caring for the soft top...
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Vehicle care Selecting the right cleaning agent ! To avoid damage to interior equipment and materials: Never rub roughly or use cleaning spirits on the cloth upholstery, never use strong agents, stain remover etc. on the leather upholstery. Never scour or use solvent on plastic parts. Never use strong and aggressive agents on windows, do not touch the inside of the windows with hard objects such as an ice scraper or ring, doing so may damage the windows.
Vehicle care Exterior Special Lightly soiled Heavily soiled considerations Hand-/Automatic Hand-/Automatic car washes car washes Wheels and wheel Two-layer metallic Car shampoo Car shampoo covers paint (high-gloss) concentrate, rim concentrate, rim care care Retractable soft top PAC fabric Car shampoo Car shampoo concentrate, soft concentrate, soft...
Recommended touch-up paint pens can be seals obtained in a smart center. other rubber parts The distance should be at least 3.9 in For any major paintwork damage, please (10 cm) and the water temperature must contact a smart center.
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Vehicle care Wet cleaning smart recommends that you use an approved car shampoo concentrate and soft top cleaner. “Dry clean” the vehicle first. Wash the soft top off using a soft brush or sponge and plenty of lukewarm water. Then rinse thoroughly with clear water.
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Where will I find ......154 Display messages ......155 What to do if ........159 Unlocking/locking manually ....170 Replacing transmitter battery .... 171 Replacing bulbs ......172 Replacing wiper blades ..... 178 Flat tire ........180 Wheel change ........
Where will I find ... Where will I find ... carefully. When using the tire repair kit follow the instructions in this section. Tire repair kit Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe injury or death. The tire repair kit is located in the passenger footwell under the carpet.
(USA only) braking system. (Canada only) When braking, continue to depress the brake pedal. Brake System See Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. Operator's Manual There is a serious malfunction in the vacuum supply of the (USA only) braking system.
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Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is a malfunction in the coolant compressor or in the heating/coolant circuit. Malfunction Serv. Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. Req. The outside temperature is too low. The full battery capacity is not available.
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Switch off the drive system. Do not continue driving. Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. Either the drive or the high‑voltage system is faulty. In addition, the N warning lamp in the instrument cluster Do Not Tow lights up.
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Despite the charging cable being correctly inserted in the vehicle power socket, the high‑voltage battery does not charge. There is a malfunction in the on-board charger. Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. No Charge The voltage on the vehicle power socket is too low.
What to do if ... maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if underinflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
ò (USA only) There is a malfunction in the ABS system. ! (Canada only) Have the ABS system checked at an authorized electric drive The ABS indicator smart center immediately. lamp illuminates while the drive system is running. ò (USA only) The ABS system fails.
! If you find that the brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the minimum mark or below, have the brake system checked for brake pad thickness and leaks immediately. Contact an authorized electric drive smart center immediately. Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem.
For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized electric drive smart center immediately to have the system checked; A malfunctioning SRS system may not deploy when needed in an accident resulting in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could result in an accident and/or injury to you or to others.
WARNING When the EPS is not available a higher degree of effort is necessary to steer the vehicle. Have the system checked at an authorized electric drive smart center. * optional...
N The yellow There may be a malfunction in the high-voltage system. high-voltage Contact an authorized electric drive smart center immediately battery and have the high-voltage system checked. warning lamp comes on while driving.
173). indicator lamp(s) flashes at double Have the turn signal checked at an authorized electric drive frequency. smart center as soon as possible. Drive system Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ? The red coolant The coolant is too hot. The high-voltage battery and/or the temperature drive system are not cooled sufficiently.
See also “Restarting the TPMS” ( page 126). h The There is a malfunction in the TPMS. combination Have the TPMS checked at an authorized electric drive smart low tire center. pressure/TPMS After the malfunction has been remedied the combination low...
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What to do if ... your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires. As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly underinflated.
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Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is a malfunction in the system. The passenger front Have the system checked at an authorized electric drive air bag off indicator smart center. lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with the weight of a typical adult or...
Report the loss of the key to your car insurance company immediately. If necessary, have the mechanical lock replaced. Your authorized electric drive smart center will be glad to supply you with a replacement following an identity check. Acoustic warning signals...
Have the brake pads checked at an authorized electric drive braking. smart center. To unlock the vehicle centrally press Unlocking/locking manually the central unlocking switch in the upper Unlocking the vehicle center console ( page 25).
Close the retractable soft top completely. Have the rear soft top checked at an authorized electric drive smart center. Replacing transmitter battery Notes The remote control’s transmitter battery is Insert a suitable object such as a coin almost spent when the turn signals flash...
Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important. Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced. Contact an authorized electric drive smart center for headlamp adjustment. WARNING Bulbs and bulb sockets can be very hot.
Replacing bulbs Overview bulbs Front lamps Headlamp Type : Low‑beam headlamp H7 (55 W) ; High‑beam headlamp H7 (55 W) = Parking and side marker lamp WY 5 W ? Turn signal lamp 2357 A Type Front fog lamp* : Front fog lamp H 11 Side turn signal lamp Type...
Replacing bulbs Rear lamps Tail lamp unit Type : Brake lamp/tail lamp/turn signal lamp/side marker lamp 12 V 21/5 W ; Reflector = Backup lamp 12 V 21 W License plate lamps Type : License plate lamps C 5 W High‑mounted brake lamp Type : High‑mounted brake lamp...
Replacing bulbs Bend the retainer spring end down and Replacing bulbs for front lamps forward until it unclips. Fold the Before you start to replace a bulb for a retainer spring back. front lamp, do the following first: Pull the bulb out of the headlamp Turn the exterior lamp switch to position housing.
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Replacing bulbs The arrow on bulb socket : must be in Replacing bulbs for rear lamps line with the line on the headlamp Before you start to replace a bulb for a rear housing. lamp, do the following first: Turn bulb socket : clockwise by a Turn exterior lamp switch to position quarter of turn.
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Replacing bulbs High-mounted brake lamp Left bulb carrier with bulb sockets (right bulb carrier in reverse) Removing: Unscrew retaining screws :. Retaining tab Remove high-mounted brake lamp ?. Brake, tail, turn signal and side marker lamp bulb Detach electrical connector ; from bulb Backup lamp bulb socket =.
Replacing wiper blades Detach electrical connectors ;. Detach electrical connector ; from the interior lamp. Remove bulb =. Remove bulb = from mount ?. Insert the new bulb. Installing: Insert the new bulb. Attach electrical connectors ;. Attach electrical connector ; to the Fit the license plate lamp unit on the interior lamp.
We recommend that you have this work carried out at an authorized electric drive smart center. To ensure proper visibility it is vital that you have wiper blades that are in perfect shape...
Front washer jet nozzles System (TPMS)*. Such damage is not Rear washer jet nozzles covered by the smart Limited Warranty. Adjusting: Use a needle to move washer When having the damaged tire replaced, jet nozzles : or ; left, right, up, or also have the TPMS sensors* checked for proper function.
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You should have the sealed tire replaced together with the tire. at an authorized electric drive smart center. Do not use the tire sealant after the expiration date has elapsed (see top of WARNING container).
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Flat tire Do not induce vomiting! Consult a physician immediately. Keep away from open flame, heat source or sparks. Do not smoke. Sealing a tire (Version 1) Take the tire repair kit from the passenger footwell ( page 154). Open the tire repair kit lid. Unscrew flange lid :.
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Do not drive the vehicle. Contact the nearest authorized electric Press I on electric air pump switch C. drive smart center for assistance or call The electric air pump is switched on and Roadside Assistance. inflates the tire.
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Park your vehicle safely away from the ride comfort, wear unevenly, increase roadway and contact the nearest authorized stopping distance, and result in sudden electric drive smart center or call deflation (blowout) because they are more Roadside Assistance. likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris, potholes etc.
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Drive to the nearest authorized electric Engage the yellow plug of filler hose B drive smart center, to have the damaged in the opening in yellow closure cap A. tire replaced. With the O-ring seals towards the...
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In this case, the tire sealant cannot properly seal the tire. Do not drive the vehicle. Contact the nearest authorized electric drive smart center for assistance or call Check the tire inflation pressure using Roadside Assistance. pressure gauge E. After attaining a tire inflation pressure WARNING of at least 200 kPa (2.0 bar, 29 psi), press...
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Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failure. Drive to the nearest authorized electric drive smart center, to have the damaged tire replaced. Contact an authorized electric drive To detach tire sealant container : from...
Observe the manufacturer’s Contact an authorized electric drive safety instructions. smart center for information on which The jack must be designed for jacking up jack and wheel wrench are required. this vehicle at the jack take-up brackets Prepare the vehicle as described built into both sides of the vehicle.
This could cause an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel bolts. WARNING Only use genuine smart wheel bolts. Other Warning label wheel bolts may come loose. The take-up brackets are identified by the...
Lower the vehicle until the vehicle is When replacing the battery, always use resting fully on its own weight. batteries approved by smart. For information, contact an authorized Remove the jack. electric drive smart center. Tighten the wheel bolts. Observe a If you do not intend to operate your vehicle tightening torque of 80 lb-ft (110 Nm).
WARNING performed by an authorized electric drive Do not place any metal objects on a battery. smart center only. Observe the safety notes You could otherwise cause a short circuit on ( page 15) as well as the notes on the 12- and the battery’s highly flammable...
Batteries Disconnecting, removing, charging, reinstalling and reconnecting 12‑volt battery Disconnecting the 12-volt battery If the 12-volt battery is disconnected or discharged turning the key in the starter switch will have no effect the transmission will remain in park position P ! Always disconnect the battery in the order described below.
Never lean over batteries while connecting battery. Have the battery checked at a or jump starting, you might get injured. smart center. The battery housing could Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not be damaged. allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes, skin or clothing.
(12 V). Jump starting with a more powerful battery could damage the vehicle’s electrical system. Such damage will not be covered by the smart Limited Warranty. Only use jumper cables with sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps.
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Jump starting Jump start assistance Your vehicle’s 12-volt battery is located in the passenger footwell below the footrest page 192). For jump starting, use the terminals of the battery, keeping the leads connected. Make sure the two vehicles do not touch. Switch off all electrical consumers.
You can now switch on the headlamps. Remount the positive terminal cover. Have the 12-volt battery checked at the nearest authorized electric drive smart center. Please keep in mind that it will take quite some time to charge the 12-volt battery.
With the drive system inactive, there is no Contact an authorized electric drive power assistance for the brake and steering smart center for assistance or call systems. In this case, it is important to Roadside Assistance. keep in mind that a considerably higher...
Rear covers WARNING Remove respective cover : or ; using Only use fuses approved by smart with the a suitable object to reveal the threaded specified amperage for the system in hole for the towing eye bolt. question and do not attempt to repair or...
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Fuses If a newly inserted fuse blows again, have the cause determined and rectified at an authorized electric drive smart center. Before replacing fuses: Engage the parking brake. Make sure the gear selector lever is in park position P. Turn off all electrical accessories.
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Fuses Fuse box Front side Fuse : - \ Backup fuse slots y - ¥...
Fuses Accessory/Component Amperage Color CPC, shifter, brake force booster vacuum 7.5 A Brown pump Coolant pumps 1 and 2, high-voltage battery 15 A Blue 25 A Neutral ® control unit Exterior lamp switch, turn signal lamp 10 A switch, cockpit switch module, on-board diagnostics socket, exterior rear view mirror heating, anti-theft warning system, rain-light sensor, charge level and power...
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Parts service ........206 Warranty coverage ......206 Drive system and high-voltage system electronics ........206 Identification labels ....... 208 Vehicle specification ...... 209 Rims and tires ........ 210 Service fluids and capacities ..... 211...
Therefore, Genuine smart Parts should be replacement. It will be mailed to you. installed. ! The use of non-genuine smart parts and accessories not authorized by smart Drive system and high-voltage system could damage the vehicle, which is not...
Identification labels Tire and loading information placard (driver’s door B‑pillar) VIN (lower edge of windshield) Certification label Open the driver’s door. Drive system diagnostics connections Identification labels Signs and labels Certification label (on driver’s door B‑pillar) Data shown on the example certification label are for illustration purpose only.
Vehicle specification Vehicle specification The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized electric drive smart center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Main dimensions Overall vehicle 107.4 in (2 727 mm)
® vehicle such as the ABS or the ESP Using tires other than those approved by smart may result in damage that is not covered by the smart Limited Warranty. ! Using tires other than those approved by smart can have detrimental effects,...
Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must match. Therefore only use products tested and approved by smart. Please contact an authorized electric drive smart center for products tested and approved by smart. WARNING Comply with all valid regulations with respect to handling, storing and disposing of service fluids.
Maintenance Booklet for replacement interval. Washer fluid mixing ratio Only brake fluid approved by smart is Temperature above 32¦ (0¥): recommended. Any authorized electric 1 part windshield washer concentrate drive smart center will provide you with labeled for summer to 100 parts water additional information.
Anticorrosion/Antifreeze separately in accordance with label instructions. from each other, could cause drive system Always use anticorrosion/antifreeze that damage not covered by the smart Limited has been approved by smart. For Warranty. information contact an authorized electric If the antifreeze mixture is effective to drive smart center.
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The coolant is also regularly checked each time you bring your vehicle to an authorized electric drive smart center for service. Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity: Approximate freeze protection -35¦ (-37¥) -49¦...