Checking Wheels And Tyres - SMART FORTWO 2018 Owner's Manual

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Open the service cover. (
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Pull cap : upwards at the tab.
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If available, pull the removable nozzle up
as far as the stop.
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Top up with washer fluid.
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If available, push the removable nozzle
down and push it inside.
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Replace and tightly screw on cap :.
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Close the service cover. (
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See "Technical data" for information on
windscreen washer fluid and antifreeze.

Checking wheels and tyres

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Warning
A flat tyre severely impairs the driving,
steering and braking characteristics of
the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not drive with a flat tyre. Immediately
replace the flat tyre with your spare
wheel, or consult a qualified specialist
workshop.
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WARNING
Damaged tyres can cause tyre inflation
pressure loss. As a result, you could lose
control of your vehicle. There is a risk of
accident.
Check the tyres regularly for signs of
damage and replace any damaged tyres
immediately.
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Modification work on the brake system and
wheels is not permitted. The use of spacers
or brake dust shields is not permitted. This
invalidates the general operating permit
for the vehicle.
Check the wheels and tyres for damage at
least once a month, as well as after driving
off-road or on poorly surfaced roads.
Run-in new tyres at moderate speeds for
the first 100 km. The tyres only attain their
maximum performance after this distance.
Vibrations, audible noises and unusual
handling characteristics, e.g. pulling to one
side, can indicate damage to wheels or
tyres.
If you suspect a tyre defect:
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Checking wheels and tyres
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WARNING
If there is insufficient tyre tread, the tyre
traction will decrease. The tyre tread can
no longer dissipate water. This increases
the risk of aquaplaning on a wet road
surface, especially when the vehicle's
speed is not adapted to the road condi-
tions. There is a risk of an accident.
If the tyre pressure is too high or too low,
tyres may wear differently at different
points of the tyre tread. Regularly check
the tyre tread depth and the condition of
the tread across the whole width of all
tyres, therefore.
Minimum tyre tread depth on:
Summer tyres: 3 mm
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M+S tyres: 4 mm
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For safety reasons, have the tyres
replaced before the legally specified
minimum tread depth is reached.
If you cannot avoid driving over obsta-
cles, e.g. kerbs, do so slowly and at an
obtuse angle only. You could otherwise
damage the wheel rims and tyres.
Reduce vehicle speed.
Stop the vehicle as soon as possible.
Check the wheels and tyres for damage.
If you find no signs of damage, have the
wheels and tyres checked at a specialist
workshop.
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