SMART 2016 fortwo Owner's Manual page 149

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Do not add too much oil. adding too much
engine oil can result in damage to the
engine or to the catalytic converter. Have
excess engine oil siphoned off.
You will find further information on engine
oils you can use in the "Technical data" sec-
tion ( page 202).
Y
Turn cap : counter-clockwise and remove
X
it.
Add engine oil.
X
If the oil level is at or below the MIN mark
on the oil dipstick, top up once with a max-
imum of 1.1 US qt (1 l) of engine oil.
Replace cap : on the filler neck and turn
X
clockwise.
Ensure that the cap locks into place
securely.
Check the oil level again with the oil dip-
X
stick ( page 146).
Y
Front compartment
Service cover
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If the service cover is not locked, it may
come loose during driving and block your
view or endanger other road users. There is
a risk of an accident and injury.
Therefore, make sure that the service cover
is locked before every journey.
G
WARNING
If the windshield wipers begin to operate
while the service cover is open, there is a
Checking service products
danger of injury from the wiper arms. There
is a risk of injury.
Always switch off the windshield wipers
and the ignition before opening the ser-
vice cover.
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To ensure unhindered air intake, care-
fully remove any snow or dirt from the ven-
tilation slots above the service cover.
To prevent it from becoming damaged or
dirty, the service cover can be removed and
hung on the front of the vehicle.
The service cover is attached to the rear side
of the vehicle body with a strap.
Park the vehicle on a flat, level surface.
X
Apply the parking brake.
X
Select a gear.
X
Switch the ignition off.
X
Removing
To unlock: remove lock cover : (driver's
X
side only) with the key.
Insert the key into the lock and turn it to
X
position u.
Pull both levers : with both index fingers
X
in the direction of the arrows.
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