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Symbols In this Owner's Manual, you will find the following symbols: WARNING Warning notes make you aware of dangers which could pose a threat to your health or life, or to the health and life of others. Environmental note Environmental notes provide you with information on environmentally aware actions or disposal.
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Contents Index ..........4 At a glance ........25 Introduction ......... 18 Safety .......... 37 Opening and closing ....... 67 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ..83 Lights and windscreen wipers ... 91 Climate control ......107 Driving and parking ...... 119 On-board computer and displays ..
Index Priming/deactivating function ..60 1, 2, 3 ... Switching off ......61 12 V socket Ambient lighting see Sockets Setting the brightness ....166 Switching on/off ...... 166 Animals see Pets in the vehicle ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Anti-lock Braking System Display message .......
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Index Malfunction (on-board computer Brake lamps with colour display) ....187 Adaptive ......... 64 Malfunction (on-board computer Changing bulbs ......100 with monochrome display) ..169 Display message (colour dis- Manual shifting ....... 131 play) ........186 Brake lights Manually releasing the selector lever lock .......
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Index Seat cover ......224 Heating ........109 Sensors ........223 Notes on using the air-condi- Steering wheel ......224 tioning system ......109 Washing by hand ....... 221 Notes on using the automatic Wheels ........222 climate control ......111 Windows .........
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Index Calling up the speed last stored .. 146 Menu (on-board computer with Cancelling cruise control ..146 colour display) ......164 Deactivating ......146 Monochrome ......157 Display message (colour dis- Display (cleaning instructions) ..224 play) ........183 Display message Display message (monochrome Calling up (message memory) ..
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Index Driving abroad smart service ......220 EBD (electronic brake force distri- Symmetrical dipped beam ... 92 bution) Driving on flooded roads ....144 Display message ....... 175 Driving safety system Function/notes ......65 EBD (electronic brake force Indicator lamp ......192 distribution) ......
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Index Filling capacity ...... 271 Flat tyre Notes about oil grades ....271 Preparing the vehicle ....229 Notes on oil level/consumption ... 214 TIREFIT kit ......230 Topping up ......215 Floormat ........212 Viscosity ....... 272 Foglamps Warning lamp ......197 Switching on/off .......
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Index Problem (malfunction) ....138 Ignition lock Fuses see Key positions Allocation ......243 Immobiliser ......... 60 Before changing ....... 241 Indicator and warning lamp Dashboard fuse box ....242 Restraint system ...... 191 Fuse box in the front area ..241 Indicator and warning lamps Important safety notes ....
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Index Starting the engine ....122 Operating instructions Manually releasing the selector Vehicle equipment ..... 19 lever lock (automatic transmission) . 135 Operating safety Declaration of conformity ... 20 Message memory (colour display) ..162 Important safety note ....19 Messages Operating system see Display messages...
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Index Protection against theft Rear window wiper Anti-theft alarm system ....60 Replacing the wiper blade ..103 Immobiliser ......60 Switching on/off ...... 102 Protection of the environment Rear-compartment seat belt status General notes ......18 indicator ........43 Pulling away Rear-view mirror Automatic transmission .....
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Important safety guidelines ..40 Problem (malfunction) ....79 Introduction ......40 Resetting ......... 78 Rear seat belt status indicator ..43 smart Centre Releasing ........ 42 see Qualified specialist workshop Warning lamp ......190 Snow chains ......... 251 Warning lamp (function) ....43...
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Index Steering Time Display message (colour dis- Setting (on-board computer play) ........186 with colour display) ....163 Warning lamps ......200 Setting (on-board computer Steering wheel with monochrome display) ..158 Adjusting (manually) ....89 Setting the time format (on- Button overview ......
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Index Replacing the bulb ....99 Switching on/off ....... 95 Unlocking Turn signals Emergency unlocking ....74 see Turn signals From inside the vehicle (central Two-way radio unlocking button) ...... 73 Frequencies ......266 Installation ......266 Transmission output (maximum) .. 266 Type identification plate Vehicle see Vehicle identification plate...
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Index Windows Cleaning ........ 222 Warning and indicator lamps see Side windows ABS ........193 Windscreen Airbag ........191 Demisting ....... 114 Automatic Start/Stop function Windscreen (green) ........201 see Windscreen Automatic Start/Stop function Windscreen washer fluid (yellow) ........201 see Windscreen washer system Battery ........
EU countries only: You too can help to protect the environment smart will take back your old vehicle to by operating your vehicle in an environ- dispose of it in an environmentally- mentally-responsible manner.
The Owner's Manual and Service Booklet are fore accepts no responsibility for the use important documents and should kept in the of such parts in smart vehicles, even if they vehicle. have been officially approved or inde- pendently approved by a testing centre.
Directive tronics, the general operating permit is 1999/5/EC. For further information enquire rendered invalid. at any smart centre. ! There is a risk of damage to the vehicle Electromagnetic compatibility the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a...
Connecting equipment to the diagnostics change in address or vehicle ownership. connection can lead to emissions monitor- You can do this at a smart centre, for exam- ing information being reset, for example. ple. This may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the requirements of the next emissions test during the main inspection.
>> Introduction. During vehicle operation, certain situa- tions may arise in which this technical data - in conjunction with other informa- tion and, if applicable, after consultation with an approved assessor - may be linked to an individual person. Examples of this include: accident reports vehicle damage evidence...
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Cockpit ........... 26 Instrument cluster with monochrome display ........... 27 Instrument cluster with colour dis- play ..........29 Multifunction steering wheel ....31 Centre console ........33 Overhead control panel ...... 34 Door control panel ......35...
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Switches the hazard warn- Turning the parking aid ing lamps on/off on/off Headlamp range adjust- Overhead control panel ment smart Audio-System/ Lights combination smart Media-System (see switch the separate operating instructions) Gearshift paddles Climate control system control panel...
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Instrument cluster with monochrome display Instrument cluster with monochrome display Displays Instrument cluster with speedometer Function Page Speedometer Monochrome display Warning and indicator lamps...
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Instrument cluster with monochrome display Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page ^ Distance warning \ Doors or the tailgate function Vehicle electronics · Distance warning R Rear foglamp signal L Dipped-beam head- T Side lamps lamps ç Automatic start/stop K Main-beam head- function lamps...
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Instrument cluster with colour display Instrument cluster with colour display Displays Instrument cluster with speedometer Function Page Speedometer Colour display Warning and indicator lamps...
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Instrument cluster with colour display Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page ç Automatic start/stop ! Turn signal, right function # Turn signal, left Conditions for the auto- matic engine switch-off J Brakes not met R Rear foglamp Malfunction N Foglamps è...
Media-System dis- play (see the separate • Limiter operating instructions) Cruise control and lim- W X Changes the iter button: volume of the smart ° Calls up the last Audio-System/smart speed stored Media-System (see the • Cruise control separate operating •...
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= only function with the smart Media-System. If you use a smart Audio-System or an audio device from another manufacturer, the functions...
Centre console Centre console Function Page Function Page Cup holders AUX/USB port and SD mem- ory card (only with smart Drawer Media-System) Opens/closes the folding Cup holders Transmission position Coin holder display Selector lever Sets the driving program Parking brake...
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page Switches the left-hand Switches the right-hand reading lamp on/off reading lamp on/off Depending on the position PASSENGER AIRBAG of the switch: OFF/ON indicator lamps Interior lighting Rear seat belt status switched on indicator Automatic interior light-...
Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door W Opens/closes the side windows Adjusts the exterior mir- rors electrically...
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Useful information ......38 Occupant safety ........ 38 Children in the vehicle ...... 47 Child-proof locks ......59 Pets in the vehicle ......60 Protection against theft ..... 60 Driving safety systems ....... 61...
85) ities, contact a smart centre. As the driver, you must also make sure that the steering wheel is also adjusted prop- erly. Observe the information on the cor-...
Occupant safety is running. Therefore, malfunctions can be lamp ; are part of the deactivation system detected in good time. of the front-passenger front airbag. The 6 restraint system warning lamp in The indicator lamps display the status of the instrument cluster lights up when the the front-passenger front airbag.
Occupant safety Observe the information on the airbag wise, the belt tensioner could be trig- deactivation system of the front-passenger gered in the event of an accident and front airbag ( page 51). would have to be replaced. Important safety notes Seat belts WARNING Introduction...
Occupant safety crushed between the vehicle occupant and seat belt. objects are never secured with a seat belt if the seat belt is also being used by one of the vehicle's occupants. Seat belts are only intended to secure and restrain vehicle occupants.
Occupant safety With the status indicator for the rear-com- partment seat belts you can determine which rear seat belt is not fastened. Seat belt warning lamp : and rear seat belt status indicator ; and = light up when the ignition is switched on. When you drive off and have reached a speed of approximately 10 km/h the lamps go out after approximately 30 seconds.
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Occupant safety seat belt. The airbag offers additional Always lean against the backrest while protection in applicable accident situa- driving. Do not lean forwards or lean tions. against the door or side window. You may otherwise be in the deployment area of Not all airbags are deployed in an acci- the airbags.
Occupant safety Front airbags Objects in the vehicle interior may pre- vent the airbag from functioning cor- rectly. Before starting your journey and to avoid risks resulting from the speed of the airbag as it deploys, make sure that: there are no people, animals or objects between the vehicle occupants and an airbag.
This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal smart recommends that you have the vehicle injury. towed to a qualified specialist workshop You should only use seat covers that have after an accident.
( page 54). shift the automatic transmission out of For safety reasons, smart recommends that park position P or shift manual trans- you only use a child restraint system rec- mission into neutral ommended by smart ( page 58).
Children in the vehicle ISOFIX child seat securing system Always fit child restraint systems prop- erly, even if they are not being used. Make WARNING sure that you observe the child restraint ISOFIX child restraint systems do not offer system manufacturer's installation sufficient protective effect for children instructions.
Children in the vehicle Top Tether anchorages Secure child restraint systems without an ISOFIX child seat securing system using the seat belts in the vehicle. When fitting a child restraint system, be sure to observe the manufacturer's installation and oper- ating instructions and the instructions for correct use of the child restraint system page 54).
Children in the vehicle Lift up the carpet a little if necessary. WARNING Ensure that: If you secure a child on the co-driver's seat in a rearward-facing child restraint sys- Top Tether hook ; is hooked into Top tem and the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indica- Tether anchorage : as shown.
Accident statistics show that children secured in the rear seats are safer than children secured in the front-passenger seat. For this reason, smart strongly advi- ses that you install a child restraint sys- tem on a rear seat. If you secure a child in a child restraint system on the front-passenger seat, always observe the information on "Disabling the...
Children in the vehicle If it is absolutely necessary that you secure a child in a rearward-facing child restraint system on the front-passenger seat, always make sure that the front- passenger front airbag is disabled. Only if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is permanently lit ( page 39) is the front- passenger front airbag disabled.
Children in the vehicle Problems with automatic front-passenger airbag deactivation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR The front-passenger airbag has been disabled manually BAG OFF 4 indica- page 51). tor lamp on the over- Nobody may use the front-passenger seat unless a suitable head control panel is rearward-facing child restraint system is being used.
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Children in the vehicle "Suitability of the seats for attaching an ISOFIX child restraint system". Semi-universal child restraint systems are indicated by the text "Semi-universal" on the approval label. These can be used if the vehicle and the seat are listed in the child restraint system manufacturer's vehicle model list.
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Children in the vehicle Suitability of the seats for attaching belt-secured child restraint systems If you are using a baby car seat of weight category 0 or 0+, or a Group I rearward-facing child restraint system on a rear seat, the driver's or front-passenger seat must be adjus- ted in such a way that it does not come into contact with the child restraint system.
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Children in the vehicle Suitability of the seats for attaching ISOFIX child restraint systems If you are using a baby car seat of weight category 0 or 0+, or a Group I rearward-facing child restraint system on a rear seat, the driver's or front-passenger seat must be adjus- ted in such a way that it does not come into contact with the child restraint system.
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You can obtain further information about the correct child restraint system from any smart centre. The smart forfour does not have automatic child seat recognition. Before using a rearward-facing child restraint on the front-passenger seat, disable the front-passenger airbag ( page 51).
Child-proof locks Recommended ISOFIX child restraint systems for the "Universal"/"Semi-Universal" category Weight cate- Size cate- Manufac- Type Approval Order num- gory gory turer number (E1 ...) Category 0+: Britax BABY SAFE 03 301146 B6 6 86 8224 Römer plus up to 13 kg 04 301146 Category I: Britax...
Protection against theft If you and your child leave the vehicle, They could: always make sure that the child restraint activate vehicle equipment and become system is not in direct sunlight. Cover it trapped, for example with a blanket, for example. If the child switch vehicle systems on or off, thus restraint system has been exposed to direct endangering other road users...
Driving safety systems the doors are closed. The alarm is not switched off, even if you close the open door that has triggered it, the tailgate is closed for example. the service cover is closed. Press the & button on the key. The alarm system is primed after approx- Driving safety systems imately 30 seconds.
If abs intervenes: continue to depress specially approved for your vehicle by the brake pedal with force until the smart, or fine-link snow chains that are of braking situation is over. a corresponding standard of quality. For To make a full brake application: more information, please contact a quali- depress the brake pedal with full force.
Driving safety systems Function WARNING The distance warning function cannot always clearly identify objects and com- plex traffic situations. In such cases, the distance warning func- tion may: give an unnecessary warning not give a warning There is a risk of an accident. Always pay careful attention to the traffic situation;...
Driving safety systems ETS brakes the drive wheels individually if Adaptive brake lamps they spin. This enables you to pull away and The adaptive brake lights warn following accelerate on slippery surfaces, for exam- traffic in an emergency braking situation: ple if the road surface is slippery on one by flashing brake lamps side.
Driving safety systems ® If esp intervenes: increases the risk of skidding and an acci- dent. When pulling away, only depress the You should therefore adapt your driving accelerator pedal as far as is necessary. style to the different handling character- Adapt your driving style to suit the pre- istics.
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Useful information ......68 Key ..........68 Doors ..........72 Luggage compartment ......75 Side windows ........76 Folding top ........79 Operating the roller sunblinds for the panoramic roof ......... 81...
Useful information cause the engine to be switched off. There is a risk of an accident. This Owner's Manual describes all mod- Do not attach any heavy or large objects to els, series and optional equipment for the key. Remove any bulky keyrings before your vehicle that were available at the inserting the key into the ignition lock.
When unlocking, the turn signals flash workshop. once. When locking, they flash twice.
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Remove screw : turning anti-clockwise using a suitably sized Phillips screw- driver and put in a safe place. Insert a suitable tool, e.g. a coin, into the opening of the key. Turn the tool until battery tray cover ; opens. When doing so, do not hold cover ;...
Problems with the key Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You cannot lock or The key battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle Try again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control using the key. function of the key. Do this by pressing the % or & button in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle.
Doors If you press the locking button on the key Doors twice when locking the vehicle: Important safety notes the turn signals flash twice long and three times short WARNING the double-lock function is activated If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: It is then not possible to open the doors from inside the vehicle.
Doors If the vehicle has previously been locked Centrally locking or unlocking the with the key, opening a door from the vehicle from the inside inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm You can centrally lock or unlock the vehicle system. Switch off the alarm ( page 61).
73). You can also switch the automatic locking Close the driver's door within 5 seconds. function on or off in the smart Media-Sys- tem; see the separate operating instruc- Do not leave the key in the vehicle. You tions.
Luggage compartment Insert the tip of the key into slit :. ! The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear when opened. Therefore, make sure Turn the key anti-clockwise as far as it that there is sufficient clearance above will go to position 2. and behind the tailgate.
Side windows Closing the tailgate Slide emergency release lever : to the left until the tailgate is unlocked. Side windows Important safety notes WARNING While closing the side windows, body parts in the closing area could become trapped. There is a risk of injury. When closing make sure that no parts of the Pull the tailgate down and push closed.
Side windows WARNING The reversing function does not react: to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fingers while resetting This means that the reversing feature can- not prevent someone being trapped in these situations. There is a risk of injury. When closing, make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area.
Side windows side window is completely closed Hinged windows of rear doors page 77). Hold the switch for an additional second. If the corresponding side window remains closed after the button has been released, the side window has been reset correctly.
Folding top Problems with the front side windows WARNING If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing function is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
Folding top Opening or closing the folding top To close To open Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 121). To open: press and hold the folding top switch at position ; until the folding top is in the desired position.
Operating the roller sunblinds for the panoramic roof Problems with the folding top Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The folding top cannot If the folding top is obstructed during closing and reopens be closed and you can- again slightly: not see the cause.
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Useful information ......84 Correct driver's seat position ..... 84 Seats ..........85 Steering wheel ......... 89 Mirrors ........... 90...
Correct driver's seat position Make sure that seat = is adjusted prop- Useful information erly. This Owner's Manual describes all mod- Adjusting the seat ( page 86) els, series and optional equipment for When adjusting the seat, make sure that: your vehicle that were available at the you are as far away from the driver's time of going to press.
Seats Seats you could slide underneath the seat belt and sustain abdomen or neck injuries, for Important safety notes example. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. WARNING Adjust the seat properly before beginning If children adjust the seats, they could your journey.
Seats Move the backrest forwards or backwards. Adjusting the seat Let go of release lever : again. Seat height Only variant 2: pull handle ; up or push it down repeatedly until the seat has reached the desired height. Folding down the front-passenger seat You can increase the size of the luggage Illustration of variant 1 compartment by folding the front-...
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Seats Variant 1: Stowing head restraints in the rear compartment Slide the right-hand front seat to its rearmost position. Important safety notes Turn handwheel : forward until the WARNING desired seat backrest position is ach- ieved You could lose control of the vehicle while driving if you: Variant 2: adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel...
Seats The head restraints can be adjusted to the Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition in-use position. When the rear seats are lock ( page 121). occupied, use this position. The rest posi- To switch on: press button ;. tion of the head restraints is used, e.g.
Steering wheel Problems with the seat heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat heating has The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical switched off prema- consumers are switched on. turely or cannot be Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as switched on.
Mirrors Adjusting the exterior mirrors manually Mirrors Rear-view mirror To adjust the mirror: move lever : to the right or left, up or down. Anti-dazzle mode: pivot anti-dazzle switch : forwards or back. Adjusting the exterior mirrors electri- cally Exterior mirrors Important safety notes WARNING You could lose control of the vehicle while...
Exterior lighting Have the correct setting of the dipped beam General notes headlamps checked at a qualified special- For reasons of safety, smart recommends ist workshop. that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some coun-...
Exterior lighting When in the à position the exterior Exterior lighting settings lighting switches off automatically if you: Operation switch off the engine open the driver's door lock the vehicle do not switch on the main-beam head- lamps Automatic headlamp mode Ã...
Exterior lighting Dipped-beam headlamps Rear foglamp To switch on: turn combination switch To switch on: make sure that the side control : until L is at marking ;. lamps or dipped-beam headlamps are switched on. The L indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster lights up.
Exterior lighting in the direction of arrow : (right turn signal) or ; (left turn signal). The corresponding turn signal flashes three times. To indicate: press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow : (right turn signal) or ;...
Interior lighting Hazard warning lamps Interior lighting Overview The hazard warning lamps automatically switch on if: Interior lighting an airbag is deployed Switches the left-hand reading lamp the vehicle decelerates rapidly from a on/off speed of above 70 km/h and comes to a Depending on the position of the standstill switch:...
Replacing bulbs if all doors (without locking mechanism) replace these bulbs yourself. Contact a are closed, the interior lighting qualified specialist workshop which has switches off after 3 to 4 minutes the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. as soon as the engine is started and for as long as the engine is running Headlamps and lamps are an important...
Replacing bulbs Interior lighting: W 5 W Tail lamps (vehicles with partial LEDs) Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W Reversing lamp: W 16 W Replacing the front bulbs Turn signals Licence plate lighting: W 5 W To remove the cover in the front wheel arch: switch off the lighting system.
Replacing bulbs Front foglamps Turn bulb holder : anti-clockwise and remove. Take the bulb out of bulb holder :. Insert the new bulb into bulb holder :. Insert bulb holder : and turn it clock- wise until it engages. To fit the cover in the front wheel arch: insert cover ;...
Replacing bulbs Insert a flat tool into recess : and lever side turn signal lamp ; forwards and out. Remove the bulb holder from side turn signal lamp ; by turning it a quarter turn anti-clockwise. Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder. Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder.
Windscreen wipers scratch the glass if wiping takes place when the windscreen is dry. If it is necessary to switch on the wind- screen wipers in dry weather conditions, always operate them using washer fluid. ! If the windscreen wipers leave smears on the windscreen after the vehicle has been washed in an automatic car wash, this may be due to wax or other residue.
Windscreen wipers Start the engine ( page 121). Switching the rear window wiper on/off Press the combination switch down or up to the corresponding position. To wipe with washer fluid î: pull the combination switch towards the steering wheel. To switch off: press the combination switch to position 0.
Fitting the wiper blades the force of the impact. smart recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop. Replacing the windscreen wiper blades Removing the wiper blades...
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Windscreen wipers Turn wiper blade ; in the direction of the arrow until it is released from the retainer on the wiper arm. Remove wiper blade ;. Fitting a wiper blade Push new wiper blade ; onto wiper arm : until you feel it engage. Turn wiper blade ;...
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Windscreen wipers Problems with the windscreen wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windscreen wip- The combination switch or rain sensor is malfunctioning. ers do not stop or con- Stop the vehicle, paying attention to traffic conditions as tinue wiping with the you do so and switch off the engine.
Useful information ......108 Overview of climate control systems ..108 Operating the climate control system ... 111 Adjusting the air vents ...... 117...
Overview of climate control systems The integrated filter can filter out Useful information most particles of dust and as well as pol- len. With automatic climate control, This Owner's Manual describes all mod- odours carried in the air are also els, series and optional equipment for reduced.
Overview of climate control systems Heating/air-conditioning system control panel Sets the air distribution ( page 113) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off (air-conditioning system only) page 112) Sets the airflow ( page 114) Switches the rear window heating on/off ( page 115) Switches the exterior mirror heating on/off (for vehicles with heated exterior mir- rors only)
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Overview of climate control systems control output, you can switch off the auto- matic start/stop system by pressing the automatic start/stop system button page 125).
Operating the climate control system Automatic climate control panel Increases the airflow ( page 114) Demists the windscreen ( page 114) Switches the air-recirculation mode on/off ( page 117) Switches the rear window heating on/off ( page 115) Switches the exterior mirror heating on/off (for vehicles with heated exterior mir- rors only) Sets the air distribution ( page 113)
Operating the climate control system Therefore, only switch off climate control dehumidified. The windows can mist up briefly. more quickly. Therefore, only switch off cooling with air dehumidification for a short period. Switching the sound on/off The cooling with air dehumidification Heating/air-conditioning system function is only available when the engine Start the engine (...
Operating the climate control system Automatic climate control Setting climate control to automatic mode Start the engine ( page 121). To increase or reduce: push temperature General notes slider F to the right or left ( page 111). This function is only available with auto- For the maximum or minimum tempera- matic climate control.
Operating the climate control system Recommendation for air distribution in Demisting the windscreen winter: set theÁ and O settings. General notes Recommendation for air distribution in summer: set the P setting. You can use this function to demist the windscreen or to demist the inside of the Setting the air distribution windscreen and the side windows.
Operating the climate control system air distribution to the windscreen and You should only select this setting front side windows until the windscreen is clear again. air-recirculation mode off Automatic climate control To switch off: press the ¬ button. Activate the windscreen wipers. Set the air distribution to ¬.
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Operating the climate control system Automatic climate control Start the engine ( page 121). To switch on: press the ¤ button. The indicator lamp above the¤ button lights up. To switch off: press the ¤ button. The indicator lamp above the ¤ button goes out.
Adjusting the air vents Problems with the rear window heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear window heat- The battery has not been sufficiently charged. ing has switched off Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading prematurely or cannot lamps, interior lighting or the seat heating.
Adjusting the air vents In order to ensure the direct flow of fresh To open the centre air vent: hold centre air through the air vents into the vehicle air vent : or ; in the middle and tilt interior, please observe the following outwards until the vent openings can be notes: seen.
Driving Do not shift down a gear manually in Useful information order to brake. Vehicles with automatic transmission: This Owner's Manual describes all mod- if possible, do not depress the acceler- els, series and optional equipment for ator pedal beyond the pressure point your vehicle that were available at the (kickdown).
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Driving Key positions WARNING If you switch off the ignition while driv- ing, safety-relevant functions are only available with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect. You will require considerably more effort to steer and brake.
Driving You can start the engine in transmis- the vehicle. Keep the keys out of the reach sion positions P and N. of children. In order to start the engine in transmis- WARNING sion position N you must depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed.
Driving Vehicles with automatic transmission: you Automatic start/stop system can only shift the transmission from posi- Introduction tion P to the desired transmission position The automatic start/stop system switches the engine off automatically if the vehicle the ignition is switched on is stopped under certain conditions.
Driving Automatic start/stop function Vehicles with manual transmission The automatic start/stop system switches General notes the engine off automatically if you stop the If the automatic start/stop system auto- vehicle. matically switches off the engine, the è Brake the vehicle. symbol is shown in the instrument cluster.
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Driving Vehicles with automatic transmission The engine is started automatically if you: release the brake pedal when in trans- mission position D or N release the brake pedal with manual transmission activated move the transmission out of position P Shifting the transmission to position P does not start the engine.
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Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. motor can be heard. Switch off the engine before attempting to start the engine again ( page 139).
Manual transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant tempera- The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the ture exceeds 110 †. engine is no longer being cooled sufficiently. The red coolant tem- Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant perature warning to cool down.
Engaging reverse gear ! Only shift into reverse gear R when the vehicle is stationary. Otherwise, you could damage the transmission. All vehicles except for smart 66 kw Turbo Engage neutral ( page 127). Vehicles with a monochrome display Press the gear lever to the right and then pull it back.
Automatic transmission Transmission position and drive pro- When engaging transmission position D or gram display R, always firmly depress the brake pedal and do not simultaneously accelerate. The current transmission position and drive program appear in the multifunction WARNING display. The automatic transmission switches to neutral position N when you switch off the engine.
Automatic transmission Transmission positions Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N Park position while driving. Otherwise, the This prevents the vehicle from automatic transmission could be rolling away when stopped. damaged. Only shift the transmission into No power is transmitted from the position P ( page 129) when the engine to the drive wheels.
Automatic transmission Kickdown Press program selector button : to change the drive program. If you want maximum acceleration, use The letter of the selected drive program kickdown: appears in the multifunction display. Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the E Economy Comfortable, economical pressure point.
Automatic transmission Short-term setting (vehicles with Sports If it is permissible, the automatic trans- package) mission shifts to the next highest or next lowest gear. To use manual gearshifting, you have two possibilities: long-term setting short-term setting (vehicles with Sports package) If you activate the manual gearshift set- ting, the currently selected gear is shown...
Automatic transmission To shift up: push the selector lever in the The automatic transmission automati- cally shifts up in order to prevent dam- q direction. age to the engine: The automatic transmission shifts up to the next gear. when the maximum engine speed of the The automatic transmission automati- currently engaged gear has been cally shifts up in order to prevent dam-...
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Automatic transmission Shift one gear up or down according to gearshift recommendation : when shown in the multifunction display of the instrument cluster. Further information on the transmission display: Vehicles with a monochrome display page 157) Vehicles with a colour display page 159) Kickdown If you want maximum acceleration, you can...
Automatic transmission Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist gear. workshop immediately. The acceleration The transmission is in emergency mode. ability is deteriorat- Stop.
Refuelling ! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles Refuelling with a petrol engine. Do not switch on the Important safety notes ignition if you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel. Otherwise, the fuel will WARNING enter the fuel system. Even small amounts Fuel is highly flammable.
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Refuelling Opening the fuel filler flap To open the fuel filler flap To attach the fuel filler cap Fuel type instruction label Switch off the engine. Remove the key from the ignition lock. Open the fuel filler flap in the direction of arrow :.
Parking Problems with the fuel and fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. the vehicle. WARNING There is a risk of fire or explosion. Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove it immediately ( page 121).
Parking To ensure that the vehicle is secured Parking brake against rolling away unintentionally: General notes the parking brake must be applied. WARNING a gear must be engaged on vehicles with manual transmission. If you must brake the vehicle with the park- the selector lever must be in position P ing brake, the braking distance is consid- erably longer and the wheels could lock.
Driving tips To apply: firmly pull parking brake ; This could affect, for example, the power upwards. steering and the brake boosting effect. You The J indicator lamp in the instru- will require considerably more effort to ment cluster lights up if the engine is steer and brake.
Driving tips These factors are not included in the eco from the start of the journey to its com- score display. pletion. Therefore, there are dynamic changes in the percentage count at the start of a journey. During a prolonged Vehicles with a monochrome display driving time, these changes are smaller.
Driving tips Vehicles with manual transmission: the An economical driving style involves driv- ing with a moderate engine speed. percentage count in the eco score display is an average value based on the following Vehicles with manual transmission: to three categories: shift achieve a higher value in the cate-...
This improves smart vehicles or are of an equivalent the grip of the brakes. quality standard. Brake pads/linings which have not been approved for smart...
Driving tips Driving on wet roads their grip. This increases the risk of skid- ding and having an accident. Aquaplaning Do not shift down for additional engine If water has accumulated to a certain depth braking on a slippery road surface. on the road surface, there is a danger of aquaplaning occurring, even if: DANGER...
Driving systems For more information on driving with snow to lose traction and the vehicle could chains, see ( page 251). then skid For more information on driving with sum- when there is poor visibility, e.g. due to mer tyres, see ( page 250).
Driving systems Increasing or decreasing the speed Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed. In order to be able to increase or decrease Press switch ; (®) and release it. the speed, a speed must already have been Remove your foot from the accelerator stored.
Driving systems Limiter buttons The V symbol goes out in the multi- function display. Once you have activated the limiter, cruise control is deactivated. Limiter General notes The limiter helps you to avoid exceeding a set speed. The limiter does not brake the vehicle automatically.
Driving systems Cancelling the limiter Setting a speed while the vehicle is sta- tionary When the limiter is activated, you can can- Press switch ; (®) and release it. cel it at any time and call up the stored The limiter is activated. The stored speed again later.
Driving systems Deactivating/activating the parking aid When reverse gear is engaged the system measures the distance between your vehi- cle and an object. If the proximity to the object behind the vehicle is less than 1.20 m, a beeping sound is issued. When the object is a maximum of 30 cm away, a con- tinuous tone is issued.
To activate: make sure that the key is in a mirror image, as in the rear-view mirror. position 2 in the ignition lock. The text shown in the smart Media-Sys- Reversing camera dis‐ Make sure that tem display depends on the language set-...
Driving systems This feature warns the driver if a lane marking is crossed inadvertently. Lane Keeping Assist uses a camera : which is affixed on the windscreen behind the rear view mirror. A warning may be given if a front wheel passes over a lane marking.
Driving systems The system may be impaired or may not Vehicles with a colour display: function if: To switch on: press button ;. there is poor visibility, e.g. due to Indicator lamp : goes out. In the dis- insufficient illumination of the road, or Lane play, the Ã...
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Useful information ......154 Important safety notes ...... 154 Displays and operation ..... 154 Menus and submenus ......160 Display messages (on-board computer with monochrome display) ....168 Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) ......173 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......
Displays and operation fore make sure your vehicle is operating Useful information safely at all times. Otherwise, you may cause an accident by driving a vehicle that This Owner's Manual describes all mod- is not operating reliably. els, series and optional equipment for If the operating safety of your vehicle is your vehicle that were available at the impaired, park the vehicle as soon as pos-...
Displays and operation hidden/displayed and its speed unit Fuel gauge selected ( page 165). Outside temperature display You should pay special attention to road conditions when temperatures are around freezing point. Bear in mind that the outside temperature display indicates the temperature meas- ured and does not record the road temper- ature.
Displays and operation Additional instruments on the dash- On-board computer with a monochrome board display Operating the on-board computer ! Do not drive in the overrevving range. Doing so will damage the engine. Environmental note Avoid excessive engine speeds. This unnecessarily increases the fuel consump- tion of your vehicle and harms the envi- Monochrome display...
Displays and operation Buttons ; on the multifunction lever Current fuel consumption ( page 158) Service display ( page 218) ´ Press briefly: Restarts the tyre pressure monitor To scroll forward at menu level page 254) To gradually increase the 6 Fuel level ( page 155) value in the sub-menus...
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Displays and operation shows the trip meter data or the current eco score display ( page 140) fuel consumption. Reserve fuel display ( page 155) Press and hold the b button on the b Brake lamp failure warning lamp multifunction lever. page 168) The trip meter value or the eco score Total distance recorder...
Displays and operation Left control panel ; On-board computer with a colour dis- play Press briefly: Operating the on-board computer To scroll through a menu To scroll through a sub-menu or list Press and hold: Dis‐ To switch directly to the tance menu at menu level back...
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Menus and submenus Odometer menu Vehicles with automatic transmission: h Standard display with drive pro- gram or = Gear indicator (manual mode) u Gearshift recommendation page 128) S Transmission malfunction page 189) Example: distance V Cruise control ( page 145) To show: press the 9 or : button on È...
Vehicles with a smart Media-System: if you from reset reset the data in the trip com- puter, the eco score display in the smart Media-System will also be reset automat- ically (see the separate operating instruc- tions). To reset the data: press the a button...
Menus and submenus Press the 9 or : button on the Fuel consumption menu steering wheel to select the coolant tem- perature display. The display shows the current coolant temperature as a bar in the range between 50 and 110 †. If the coolant temperature rises above 110 †, then the display shows a display message (...
Time submenu ( page 163) Time submenu Introduction This submenu is not available on vehicles with a smart media system. You set the time using the smart media system. Time submenu offers the following options: setting the time setting the time format (12/24 h)
Menus and submenus Display submenu To leave the submenu: press the 9 or : button on the steering wheel to Introduction back select the function and press a Display In the submenu, you can call up the on the steering wheel to confirm. following submenus: Settings The display shows the...
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Menus and submenus Press the 9 or : button to set the To leave the submenu: press the 9 back brightness level. Level 1 corresponds to or : button to select the func- dimmed instrument lighting and level 5 tion and confirm with a. Display to bright instrument lighting.
Menus and submenus Setting the temperature unit Press the 9 or : button to select function. You can switch the display of the outside temperature and the coolant temperature Activate or deactivate the function by between † and ‡. pressing the a button. When the function is highlighted it is Press the 9 or : button on the activated and the ambient lighting is...
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Menus and submenus Press the 9 or : button on the back steering wheel to select the func- tion and press a on the steering wheel to confirm. Settings The display shows the menu in the selected language. If you press and hold 9 or :, you back change directly to the function.
Display messages (on-board computer with monochrome display) Display messages (on-board computer with monochrome display) Introduction Warnings, malfunctions or additional information are shown in the monochrome display as symbols. For certain display messages a warning tone also sounds. Display messages with graphic symbols are simplified in the Owner's Manual and may differ from the symbols in the display.
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Display messages (on-board computer with monochrome display) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only for vehicles with automatic transmission: the letter N flashes in the middle of the display if you try to shift to P. A warning tone also sounds. The parking lock is malfunctioning.
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Display messages (on-board computer with monochrome display) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Vehicles with manual transmission only: the transmission display shows three lines. The transmission electronics are malfunctioning or the idling sensor is faulty. The Start/Stop function and cruise control are deactivated automatically.
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Display messages (on-board computer with monochrome display) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ¤ The symbol flashes for a maximum of 5 seconds and in addition a warning tone sounds. Lane Keeping Assist warning You are crossing a detected outer lane marking without indi- cating.
Display messages (on-board computer with monochrome display) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions È The symbol flashes for about 10 seconds and is then hidden. A warning tone also sounds. The limiter is malfunctioning and deactivated automatically. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. È...
Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The symbol flashes for about 10 seconds and is then hidden. A warning tone also sounds. Cruise control is malfunctioning and deactivated automati- cally. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The outside temperature has fallen to 3 †...
Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The restraint system is faulty. WARNING Malfunction Visit workshop The airbags or belt tensioners may either be triggered unin- tentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be trig- gered.
Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Brake force distri‐ In addition, the J warning lamp in the instrument cluster bution inoperative lights up and a warning tone sounds. Stop See Owner's ® EBD is malfunctioning.
Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ABS is malfunctioning. This means that ESP , Crosswind Assist and hill start assist, for example, are also unavailable. System inoperative Further driving systems could be switched off automatically. WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above.
Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® is not available due to a malfunction. This means that Crosswind Assist and hill start assist, for System inoperative example, are also unavailable. Further driving systems could be switched off automatically. WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above.
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The distance warning function is temporarily inoperative. Possible causes: Distance warning the smart logo in the radiator trim is dirty inoperative the function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due...
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The distance warning function is malfunctioning or tempora- rily inoperative. Possible causes: Electronics mal‐ the smart logo in the radiator trim is dirty function Visit the function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow workshop the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions í The battery is not being charged. Possible causes: Stop See Owner's faulty alternator Manual torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traffic conditions, and switch off the engine.
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Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant temperature has exceeded 110 †. The airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the coolant level may be too Stop Switch off low.
Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions à The à symbol in the top bar of the display also flashes white for approximately 3 seconds and a warning tone sounds. The Lane Keeping symbol is then hidden.
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Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions È The symbol in the footer of the display is lit and the speed display flashes. A warning tone also sounds. The vehicle is exceeding the set limit speed. If required, brake the vehicle, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) Tyres Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped suddenly. WARNING Tyre pressure Cau‐ tion tyre malfunc‐ If you drive with a flat tyre, there is a risk of the following tion hazards: a flat tyre affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle...
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Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is no signal from the tyre pressure sensor of one or sev- eral wheels, or the wheels fitted do not have suitable tyre Tyre pressure mon‐ pressure sensors.
Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The brake lights are not functioning. The actuation or the bulbs/LEDs are faulty. Brake lamps inoper‐ WARNING ative Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of vehicle safety. The brake lamps are not functioning and are no longer working when braking.
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Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The vehicle is in automatic engine stop. You have opened the è driver's door or released the seat belt and the key is in the When exiting: ignition lock.
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Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Vehicles with automatic transmission only: the currently Shift to P or N to start selected transmission position is shown in the middle of the display. You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in position D or R.
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Display messages (on-board computer with colour display) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only for vehicles with automatic transmission: S flashes alternately with the currently selected transmission position. A warning tone also sounds. Further pulling away or crawling manoeuvres have led to a critical clutch temperature.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety Seat belts Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ü The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. An additional warning Only for certain coun- tone will sound if the driver's seat belt is not fastened.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The restraint system is faulty. The red restraint sys- WARNING tem warning lamp is The airbags or belt tensioners may either be triggered unin- lit while the engine is tentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be trig- running.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. The red brake system WARNING warning lamp comes on The braking efficiency may be impaired. while the engine is There is a risk of an accident.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ABS is malfunctioning. This means that ESP , Crosswind Assist and hill start assist, for example, are also unavailable. The yellow ABS warn- ing lamp is lit while Further driving systems could be switched off automatically.
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Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® is not available due to a malfunction. ® The yellow ESP warn- This means that Crosswind Assist and hill start assist, for ing lamp is lit while example, are also unavailable.
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The distance warning function is malfunctioning or tempora- rily inoperative. Possible causes: The yellow distance warning function the smart logo in the radiator trim is dirty warning lamp comes on the function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow while the vehicle is the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The ignition system is malfunctioning. The engine is misfir- ing, for example, which means the catalytic converter could The yellow engine become damaged. diagnostics warning lamp flashes while the Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine oil pressure is too low. There is a risk of engine damage. The red oil pressure indicator lamp is lit Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, while the engine is paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tyres Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The central vehicle electronics system is malfunctioning. You are driving and After the engine is switched off: the yellow tyre pres- do not lock/unlock the doors using the remote control func- sure monitor warning tion of the key lamp (pressure loss/...
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Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is no signal from the tyre pressure sensor of one or sev- eral wheels, or the wheels fitted do not have suitable tyre The yellow tyre pres- pressure sensors.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Vehicle Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The central vehicle electronics system is malfunctioning. The red door warning After the engine is switched off: lamp comes on while do not lock/unlock the doors using the remote control func- the vehicle is moving.
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Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ç The automatic Start/Stop function is malfunctioning and will be switched off. The yellow automatic Start/Stop function Visit a qualified specialist workshop. warning lamp is lit when the vehicle is stationary and while it is moving.
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Useful information ......204 Stowage areas ......... 204 Features ........209...
Stowage areas The handling characteristics of a laden Useful information vehicle are dependent on the distribution of the load within the vehicle. For this This Owner's Manual describes all mod- reason, you should observe the following els, series and optional equipment for notes when transporting a load: your vehicle that were available at the time of going to press.
Stowage areas To lock: insert the key into the lock and Always stow objects so they cannot be turn it 90° clockwise to position 2. thrown around in these or similar situa- tions. To unlock: insert the key into the lock and turn it 90°...
Stowage areas Rear stowage compartment (vehicles with Folding the rear seat backrest forward readyspace seats) ! Vehicles with readyspace seats: if you fold the rear backrests forwards, ensure that the rear seat cushions are not rota- ted. Otherwise, the backrests may be damaged.
Stowage areas Folding the rear seat backrest back Vehicles with split rear bench seat: you can move the rear seat backrests to a more ! Make sure that the seat belt does not upright position (cargo position) to become trapped when folding the rear increase the luggage compartment capa- seat backrest back.
Stowage areas Parcel shelf body are in the immediate vicinity of mov- ing parts. ! Do not fold the rear seat backrests for- wards if the rear seat cushions have been rotated. Otherwise, the rear seat backr- ests may be damaged. ! The maximum load which may be placed on the parcel shelf is 3 kg.
Features Lashing eyelets Then slide the subwoofer over bracket = in the direction of the arrow until the subwoofer slides down. Fitting/removing the subwoofer Close quick-release fastener ?. To remove: release quick-release fas- tener ?. Slide the subwoofer up over bracket = and remove.
Features Cup holder in the centre console WARNING If you do not correctly store objects in the vehicle interior, they can slip or be flung around, thus striking vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, especially when braking or abruptly changing directions. Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around in these or in similar situations.
Features To open: lift up cover :. Sun visors To close: push down cover :. Overview To remove: pull the ashtray up and out. To insert: insert the ashtray into the cup holder. If you remove the ashtray, you can use the resulting compartment for stowage.
Features Press in cigarette lighter :. is always sufficient room for the pedals. Do Cigarette lighter : will pop out auto- not use loose floormats and do not place matically when the heating element is several floormats on top of one another. red-hot.
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Useful information ......214 Checking service products ....214 Service .......... 218 Care ..........220...
Checking service products Remove parcel shelf : ( page 208) if Useful information necessary. This Owner's Manual describes all mod- Hold the carpet on the right and left els, series and optional equipment for sides and fold upwards. your vehicle that were available at the Remove the carpet from the vehicle.
Checking service products There is a risk of injury when accessing the engine compartment. As far as possible, allow the engine to cool down and only touch the components descri- bed in the following. WARNING If you open the bonnet while the engine is overheating or while there is a fire in the engine compartment, you could come into contact with hot gases or other leaking ser-...
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Checking service products Environmental note view or endanger other road users. There is a risk of an accident and injury. When topping up the oil, take care not to spill any. If oil enters the soil or water- Therefore, make sure that the service cover ways, it is harmful to the environment.
Checking service products Pull both levers : with both index fin- Press service cover = down in the direc- gers in the direction of the arrows. tion of the arrow. Slide both levers ; in and then back. Press lever ; in the radiator trim and allow it to engage.
Service Windscreen washer system when opening. Slowly turn the cap half a turn to allow pressure to escape. WARNING Windscreen washer concentrate is highly Checking the coolant flammable. If it comes into contact with hot The coolant expansion tank is in the area components in the front compartment, it under the service cover.
Note down the service due date in the service display before disconnecting A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a the battery. smart centre, will reset the service inter- val display after the service work has been carried out. You can also obtain further After reconnecting the battery, subtract...
Automatic car wash Driving abroad WARNING An extensive smart service network is also Braking efficiency is reduced after the available in other countries. For further vehicle has been washed. There is a risk of information enquire at any smart centre.
Use a soft sponge to clean. connectors Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car lights shampoo approved by smart. seals Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a ventilation slots gentle jet of water. Damaged seals or electrical components Do not point the water jet directly can lead to leaks or failures.
Have damaged tyres or chassis components agent that is recommended and approved replaced immediately. by smart. ! Do not use acidic wheel cleaning prod- ucts to remove brake dust. This could Cleaning the wiper blades...
Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior ! Do not clean the camera lens and the lighting using a wet sponge and a mild area around the reversing camera with a cleaning agent, e.g. smart car shampoo or high-pressure cleaner. cleaning cloths. Cleaning the sensors...
Clean the exhaust pipe with a care prod- films uct tested and approved by smart. scented oil bottles or similar items You could otherwise damage the plastic. ! Do not allow cosmetics, insect repel- Interior care...
Only use leather care agents that have Carpets: use the carpet and textile been recommended by smart. You can cleaning agents recommended and obtain these from a qualified special- approved by smart.
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Useful information ......228 Where will I find...? ......228 Flat tyres ........229 Battery (vehicle) ......233 Jump-starting ......... 236 Towing and tow-starting ....238 Electrical fuses ......241...
Where will I find...? Setting up the warning triangle Useful information This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of going to press. Country-specific differences are possible. Note that your vehicle may not be fitted with all fea- tures described.
Flat tyres Fire extinguisher Towing eye Tyre sealant filler bottle Fire extinguisher ; is located in front of Tyre inflation compressor the passenger's seat. Pull tab : forwards. Flat tyres Remove fire extinguisher ;. Preparing the vehicle Have fire extinguisher ; refilled after each use and checked every one to Your vehicle may be equipped with a two years.
Flat tyres Close the driver's door. drink plenty of water. Do not induce vom- Place the warning triangle a suitable iting, and seek medical attention imme- distance away ( page 228). Observe legal diately. requirements. Immediately change out of clothing which has come into contact with tyre sealant.
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Flat tyres Unwind plug : with the cable from the If a tyre pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has not been achieved after a maximum of tyre inflation compressor ;. 15 minutes, see "Tyre pressure is not ach- Remove hose A from the bottom section ieved"...
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Flat tyres You should therefore adapt your driving and driving characteristics. There is a style accordingly and drive carefully. Do risk of accident. not exceed the specified maximum speed Do not continue driving. Contact a quali- with a tyre that has been repaired using fied specialist workshop.
Battery (vehicle) The highly flammable gas mixture is cre- Battery (vehicle) ated while the battery is charging and when Important safety notes jump-starting. Always make sure that neither you nor the Work on the battery, e.g. removing or battery is electrostatically charged. Elec- installing, requires specialist knowledge trostatic charge is created, for example: and the use of special tools.
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If, in exceptional cir- cumstances, you need to disconnect the battery yourself, please make sure that: For safety reasons, smart recommends that you have switched off the engine and you only use batteries which have been tes- removed the key. Check to see that...
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Particularly avoid fire, naked flames, cre- cially adapted for smart vehicles, and tes- ating sparks and smoking. Ensure there is ted and approved by smart, is available as sufficient ventilation while charging and an accessory. It permits the charging of the jump-starting.
Jump-starting Jump-starting WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. Do not breathe in any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery. Keep the batteries out of the reach of children. Immediately rinse off battery acid thoroughly with plenty of clean water and seek medical attention at once.
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Jump-starting Do not use a rapid charging device to start the vehicle. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jump leads. Observe the following points: The battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jump-start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device.
Towing and tow-starting Position number A identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump-starting device. Remove the protective cover from positive terminal :. Connect positive terminal : on your battery to positive terminal ; of donor battery A using the jump lead.
Towing and tow-starting ! Observe the following points when tow- locked out when pushing or towing the vehicle. ing with a tow rope: secure the tow rope on the same side on Vehicles with the basic carrier fitted: both vehicles. Do not tow away the vehicle with the basic make sure that the tow rope is not lon- carrier fitted.
Towing and tow-starting Removing the towing eye Make sure that the vehicle is stationary. Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition Loosen the towing eye and unscrew it. lock. Position top of cover : in the bumper Depress and hold the brake pedal. and press it in at the bottom until it engages.
238) and the legal requirements in each respective country. ! Only use fuses that have been approved for smart vehicles and which have the Switch on the hazard warning lamps correct fuse rating for the system con- page 96).
Electrical fuses Always switch off the windscreen wipers and the ignition before you open the ser- vice cover. ! Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open. ! When closing the cover, make sure that it is lying correctly on the fuse box.
Electrical fuses Fuse allocation Consumer Current Colour cod- Starter motor Brown Power steering control unit Brown Lighting control unit Brown Airbag Brown ‑ ‑ ‑ Instrument cluster 10 A Horn, alarm system 15 A Blue Control unit power supply 10 A Control unit power supply 10 A Central control unit...
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Electrical fuses Consumer Current Colour cod- Electrical exterior mirror Brown Brake lamps 10 A Parking aid, headlamp settings, Lane Keeping 15 A Blue Assist Engine control unit Brown Rear window wiper 15 A Blue Starter motor 30 A Green Central locking 40 A Orange Front windscreen wipers...
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Electrical fuses Consumer Current Colour cod- ‑ ‑ ‑ ‑ ‑ ‑ Exterior mirror heating Brown Anti-entrapment feature 25 A Cyan Transmission control unit Brown Radio amplifier 20 A Yellow ‑ ‑ ‑ ‑ ‑ ‑ ‑ ‑ ‑...
Useful information ......248 Important safety notes ...... 248 Operation ........248 Winter operation ......250 Tyre pressure ........251 Changing a wheel ......255 Wheel and tyre combinations ....260...
Accessories that are not approved for your When parking your vehicle, make sure vehicle by smart or that are not being used that the tyres do not get deformed by the correctly can impair driving safety.
There is a risk of accident. approved for your vehicle by smart. Do not Therefore, only use tyre types and sizes fit any other valve caps or systems, e.g.
M+S tyres you have fitted. Therefore, only use tyre types and Driving with summer tyres sizes approved for smart. Observe the tyre load rating and speed rating required for At temperatures below +7 †, summer tyres smart.
Tyre pressure corresponding to the direction of rota- contact the smart centre or a qualified tion. specialist workshop. An arrow on the sidewall of the tyre indi- If you intend to fit snow chains, please bear cates its correct direction of rotation.
There is a risk of an accident. Only screw standard valve caps or valve caps specifically approved by smart for If a tyre size precedes a tyre pressure, the your vehicle onto the tyre valve. following tyre pressure information is only valid for that tyre size.
Tyre pressure The tyre pressure monitor has a yellow Tyre pressure monitor warning lamp in the instrument cluster for General notes indicating a pressure loss or malfunction. Depending on how the warning lamp flashes If a tyre pressure monitor system is fitted, or lights up, a tyre pressure that is too low the vehicle's wheels have sensors fitted or a malfunction in the tyre pressure mon-...
Tyre pressure Observe the instructions and safety notes wheels is correctly set for the operating for the indicator and warning lamps in the conditions. instrument cluster in the "Tyres" section Also observe the notes in the section on page 198). tyre pressures ( page 251).
Changing a wheel Tyre pressure monitor If the Country Radio type approval number restarted message does not appear after Jordan Model: Gen Alpha Wal 2 TPMS approximately 5 seconds, the restart was transmitter not successful. If this occurs, repeat the restart.
Various types of steel wheel can be fitted tyre-changing tools. For further infor- on your vehicle. Some steel wheels have a mation enquire at any smart centre. red mark in the hub cap area. The hub cap Necessary tyre-changing tools can...
For further information enquire at any smart centre. the jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a Steel wheel with wheel trim wheel is being changed.
Changing a wheel identify the jacking points by the trian- gular indentations on the sill. To avoid damage, position the jack cen- trally under the triangular indentations. Steel wheel with hub cap Vehicles with steel wheels and hub caps: remove the hub cap. Position jack ;...
For safety rea- Place the jack to one side. sons, smart recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a smart vehicles and the respective wheel.
! Retreaded tyres have not been tested by smart and the fitment of such tyres is not recommended. Previous damage sus- tained by the tyres (before the retread- ing process) cannot always be recog- Steel wheel with wheel trim nised.
Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres smart forfour 45 kW Summer tyres R 15 Tyres Wheels Steel wheels: FA: 165/65 R15 81 T FA: 5.0 J x 15 H2 ET 32 RA: 185/60 R15 84 T RA: 5.5 J x 15 H2 ET 42 Light-alloy wheels: FA: 5.0 J x 15 CH ET 32...
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Wheel and tyre combinations smart forfour 52 kW Summer tyres R 15 Tyres Wheels Steel wheels: FA: 165/65 R15 81 T FA: 5.0 J x 15 H2 ET 32 RA: 185/60 R15 84 T RA: 5.5 J x 15 H2 ET 42 Light-alloy wheels: FA: 5.0 J x 15 CH ET 32...
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Wheel and tyre combinations smart forfour 66 kW Turbo Summer tyres R 15 Tyres Wheels Steel wheels: FA: 165/65 R15 81 T FA: 5.0 J x 15 H2 ET 32 RA: 185/60 R15 84 T RA: 5.5 J x 15 H2 ET 42 Light-alloy wheels: FA: 5.0 J x 15 CH ET 32...
Useful information ......266 Information on technical data .... 266 Vehicle electronics ......266 Identification plates ....... 267 Service products and capacities ..268 Vehicle data ........273...
The data may therefore differ for type vehicles with optional equipment. For This could jeopardise the operating safety further information enquire at any smart of the vehicle. There is a risk of an acci- centre. dent. Have the low-reflection exterior aerial Vehicle electronics fitted at a qualified specialist workshop.
Identification plates Excessive levels of electromagnetic radi- The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at ation may cause damage to your health and the base of the aerial must not exceed the to the health of others. The use of an exte- following values: rior aerial takes into consideration the Waveband...
Service products include the following: Fuels Lubricants (e.g. engine oil, transmis- sion oil) Coolant Brake fluid Windscreen washer fluid Climate control system refrigerant Components and service products must be matched. smart recommends that you use products tested and approved by smart.
Service products and capacities They are listed in this smart Owner's Man- If fuel is swallowed, seek immediate ual in the appropriate section. medical attention. Do not induce vomit- You can identify service products approved ing. by Mercedes-Benz by the following...
In this case, in consultation with a mended by smart, see "Additives". For further information enquire at any smart smart centre, the petrol may be mixed with centre. the cleaning additive recommended by smart. You must observe the notes and mix- Usually you will find information about the ing ratios specified on the container.
! Do not use any additives with the engine approved engine oils can be obtained from oil. This could damage the engine. any smart centre. smart recommends that you have the oil change carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Service products and capacities Engine oil viscosity the replacement confirmed in the Ser- vice Booklet. Coolant General notes ! Only add coolant that has been premixed with the desired antifreeze protection. You could otherwise damage the engine. Further information on coolants can be found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifica- tions for Service Products, MB Specifi- Viscosity describes the flow characteris-...
55% (antifreeze protection down to -45 †). Heat will otherwise not be dissipated as effectively. Vehicle data smart recommends an antifreeze/corrosion General notes inhibitor concentrate in accordance with MB Specifications for Service Products Please note that for the specified vehicle 310.1.
Vehicle data Dimensions and weights Model Opening height All models 2012 mm All models Vehicle length 3495 mm Vehicle width 1875 mm including exterior mirrors Vehicle width 1665 mm excluding exterior mirrors Vehicle height 1554 mm Wheelbase 2494 mm Maximum boot load 75 kg...
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Publication details Internet Further information about smart vehicles and about Daimler AG can be found on the following websites: http://www.smart.com http://www.daimler.com Editorial office You are welcome to forward any queries or suggestions you may have regarding this Owner's Manual to the technical documen-...
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