Operation - SMART 2016 fortwo Owner's Manual

Important safety notes
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WARNING
If wheels and tires of the wrong size are
used, the wheel brakes or suspension com-
ponents may be damaged. There is a risk of
an accident.
Always replace wheels and tires with those
that fulfill the specifications of the orig-
inal part.
When replacing wheels, make sure to use the
correct:
designation
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model
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When replacing tires, make sure to use the
correct:
designation
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manufacturer
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model
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Warning
A flat tire severely impairs the driving,
steering and braking characteristics of
the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
do not drive with a flat tire. Immediately
replace the flat tire with your spare wheel,
or consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Accessories that are not approved for your
vehicle by smart or that are not being used
correctly can impair driving safety.
Before purchasing and using non-approved
accessories, visit a qualified specialist
workshop and inquire about:
suitability
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legal stipulations
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factory recommendations
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Information on dimensions and types of
wheels and tires for your vehicle
( page 193).
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Information on air pressure for the tires on
your vehicle can be found:
on the tire and loading information table
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on the driver's side B-pillar
under "Tire pressure" (
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can be obtained at any qualified specialist
workshop.

Operation

Information on driving
Check the tire pressures when the vehicle
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is heavily laden and, if necessary, adjust
before beginning your journey.
While driving, pay attention to vibrations,
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noises and unusual handling characteris-
tics, e.g. pulling to one side. This may
indicate that the wheels or tires are dam-
aged. If you suspect that a tire is defec-
tive, reduce your speed immediately. Stop
the vehicle as soon as possible to check the
wheels and tires for damage. Hidden tire
damage could also be causing the unusual
handling characteristics. If you find no
signs of damage, have the tires and wheels
checked at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
When parking your vehicle, make sure that
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the tires do not get deformed by the curb or
other obstacles. If it is necessary to drive
over curbs, speed humps or similar eleva-
tions, try to do so slowly and at an obtuse
angle. Otherwise, the tires, particularly
the sidewalls, may be damaged.
Regular checking of wheels and tires
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Damaged tires can cause tire inflation
pressure loss. As a result, you could lose
control of your vehicle. There is a risk of
accident.
Check the tires regularly for signs of dam-
age and replace any damaged tires imme-
diately.
Regularly check the wheels and tires of your
vehicle for damage, at least once a month, as
well as after driving on rough roads. Damaged
wheels can cause a loss of tire pressure. Pay
particular attention to damage such as:
cuts in the tires
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page 174)
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punctures in the tires
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Further information on wheels and tires
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Operation
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