SMART fortwo cabriolet Operator's Manual page 116

High-voltage battery
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If you leave the charging cable in the power
supply socket after charging, the set value
is used for the next charging process.
If you remove the charging cable from the
power supply socket, the value is reset to
the default value for the next charging
process.
i
You can also set the maximum charge
current via the control system
( page 88).
Y
If differing values are set on the
charging cable and the control system,
the high‑voltage battery is charged
using the lowest value.
Charging the high‑voltage battery
Engage the parking brake.
X
Move the gear selector lever to park
X
position P.
Switch off the ignition.
X
Open charge socket flap :.
X
Remove cover ; from the charge socket.
X
Insert the charging cable into the
X
stationary connection, i.e. an AC power
socket.
Insert plug A of the charging cable into
X
charge socket = to the stop.
The high‑voltage battery is being
charged.
i
The vehicle must not be moved during
charging.
The è indicator lamp in the
instrument cluster comes on when the
ignition is switched on and the charging
cable is connected.
i
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).
Y
! Make sure the charging cable has been
disconnected before driving off. The
vehicle or charging cable may otherwise
be damaged.
Press release button ? on cable plug
X
A and disconnect it from charge socket
=.
Disconnect the charging cable from the
X
stationary connection.
Slip cover ; on charge socket =.
X
Close charge socket flap :.
X
Charging at a public charging station
The payment procedure and charging
processes may differ between public
charging stations, depending on the
provider. Please make yourself familiar
with the proper procedures of the public
charging station at which you are
intending to charge your vehicle.