Engine, Brakes, Transmission - SMART FORTWO 2018 Owner's Manual

Engine, brakes, transmission

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Engine, brakes, transmission
Problem
The engine will not
start using the key.
The engine will not
start. The starter
motor cannot be
heard.
The engine will not
start. The starter
motor can be heard.
The engine will not
start. The starter
motor can be heard.
The fuel tank gauge is
at zero.
Engine is not running
smoothly and is mis-
firing.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The steering lock is manually locked.
X
Remove the key from the ignition lock and then reinsert it
into the ignition lock.
X
Turn the key.
X
Turn the steering wheel left and right.
The on-board voltage is too low.
X
Switch off electrical consumers that are not required.
X
Start the engine.
The engine still does not start.
X
Jump-start the vehicle.
The engine will not start despite jump-starting.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
The starter motor has overheated.
X
Let the starter motor cool down for 2 minutes.
X
Start the engine.
The engine still does not start.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
The engine electronics or fuel delivery system is malfunction-
ing.
X
Switch off the engine.
X
Start the engine.
Lengthy and frequent starting attempts will drain the battery.
The engine will not start after several attempts.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
The fuel tank is empty.
X
Refuel the vehicle.
There is malfunction in the engine electronics or a mechanical
component.
X
Only depress the accelerator pedal slightly.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.