SMART 2016 fortwo Owner's Manual page 123

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Stop Switch Off
Engine
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Low Fuel Level
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Gas Cap Loose
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The coolant temperature has exceeded 230 ‡ (110 †). The airflow to
the engine radiator may be blocked or the coolant level may be too
low.
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WARNING
The engine is not being cooled sufficiently and may be damaged.
Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some
fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch
fire.
Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns, which
can occur just by opening the engine compartment cover.
There is a risk of injury.
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine,
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paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Secure the vehicle against rolling away (
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Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until
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the engine has cooled down.
Check the coolant level and top up the coolant. Observe the notes
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as you do so ( page 203).
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If you need to add coolant more often than usual, have the engine
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coolant system checked.
Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not
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blocked, e.g. by snow, slush or ice.
Do not start the engine again until the coolant temperature is
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below 230 ‡ (110 †). Otherwise, the engine could be damaged.
Avoid subjecting the engine to heavy loads, e.g. driving in
mountainous terrain, and stop-and-go traffic.
The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range.
Refuel at the nearest gas station.
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The pressure in the fuel system has dropped. The fuel filler cap is
not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking.
Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.
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If the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed:
Close the fuel filler cap.
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If the fuel filler cap is correctly closed:
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
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