SMART For two coupé Operator's Manual

SMART For two coupé Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 >> Operator’s Manual. smart fortwo coupé and smart fortwo cabriolet www.smart.com smart - A Daimler brand...
  • Page 2 Symbols Service and Literature ® Your authorized smart center has trained Trademarks technicians and Genuine smart Parts to Bluetooth ® is a registered trademark of service your vehicle properly. Bluetooth SIG Inc. For expert advice and quality service, con- ®...
  • Page 3 Take a moment to familiarize yourself with bringing its vehicles up to the very latest your smart fortwo coupé or smart fortwo state of the art and reserves the right to cabriolet and read through the Operator’s modify them in form, equipment and engi- Manual before driving.
  • Page 5 Contents Index ..........4 At a glance ........19 Introduction ......... 13 Safety .......... 29 Controls ........51 Operation ........115 Practical hints ......157 Technical data ......211...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Index Audio system ......... 98 Basic ........99 ABS (Antilock Brake System) ..... 46 Navigation/multimedia ....99 Indicator lamp ......163 Automatic headlamp mode ....65 Accessory weight ......140 Automatic locking ......53 Accidents Automatic transmission ....81 Air bags ........33 Display message .......
  • Page 7: Coolant

    Index Coolant Anticorrosion/antifreeze ..223 CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ..16 Capacities ......220 California retail buyers and les- Checking level ......122 sees, important notice for ....14 Temperature warning lamp ..170 Can holder Coolant temperature ...... 150 see Cup holder Copyright ........
  • Page 8: Coolant

    Index Through standing water ..... 149 EPS (Electronic Power Steering) Tips, automatic transmission ..83 Warning lamp ......167 Driving and parking ® (Electronic Stability Program) ... 47 Safety notes ......77 Warning lamp ......167 Driving safety systems ....46 ETD (Emergency Tensioning Device) .
  • Page 9 Index Rear window defroster ....106 Temperature ......104 Gasoline Hydraulic brake assistant ....47 see Fuel Hydroplaning ....... 148 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ..141 Gear selector lever ......81 Transmission positions ....83 Identification labels ....213 Global locking/unlocking ....
  • Page 10: Coolant

    Index Indicator lamp ......169 Switching on ......65 Labels ........213 Emission control information ..213 Lamps, exterior Main odometer display ....87 Exterior lamp switch ....64 Maintenance ........14 Switching on/off ....... 64 Service interval display ..... 90 Lamps, indicator and warning Malfunction ABS ........
  • Page 11 Index Seat belts ......31, 35 Warning and indicator SRS indicator lamp, malfunction . 166 lamps ....... 162, 173 OCS (Occupant Classification Sys- What to do if ......162 tem) ..........39 Where will I find...? ....158 Self-test ......... 41 Premium unleaded gasoline .....
  • Page 12: Coolant

    Air conditioning refrigerant ..221 Operation ........ 76 Brake fluid ......221 Signs and labels ......213 Coolant ........223 smart surround sound system ... 100 Engine oil additives ....221 Snow chains ......... 143 Engine oils ......220 Snow tires Fuel requirements ....
  • Page 13: Coolant

    Index Technical data (dimensions) Ply composition and material used ........142 see Vehicle specification Problems under-/overinflation . . . 126 Technical data (weights) Retreads ......... 124 see Vehicle specification Rims and tires (technical data) . . . 216 Temperature Rotation ......... 136 Coolant ........
  • Page 14 Index Parking ........176 Seat belt reminder system ..165, 175 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Warranty coverage ......212 Standards ......135, 143 Warranty information ...... 13 Unleaded gasoline, premium ... 221 Washer fluid Unlocking the vehicle ..... 52 Mixing ratio ......222 Manually .........
  • Page 15: Introduction

    >> Introduction. ized smart center will be glad to demon- Product information strate the proper procedures. We recommend using Genuine smart Parts as We continuously strive to improve our well as conversion parts and accessories product, and ask for your understanding...
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    Mercedes-Benz 1-877-627-8004 (in Canada) USA LLC in writing of the need for its repair, will be answered by smart Customer Assis- tance Representatives 24 hours a day, (2) the same substantial defect or mal- 365 days a year.
  • Page 17: Tions

    If you sell your smart, please leave all lit- Improper work or modifications on other erature with the vehicle to make it avail- vehicle systems could also have a negative able to the next operator.
  • Page 18: Problems With Your Vehicle

    Administrator, NHTSA Headquarters, 1200 urge you to immediately contact an author- New Jersey Avenue, SE, West Building, ized smart center to have the problem diag- Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain nosed and corrected if required. Do not other information about motor vehicle drive the vehicle if you believe it may not safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
  • Page 19: Copyright

    This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety. smart may access the information and share it with others for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes with the consent of the vehicle owner or...
  • Page 21 Cockpit ........... 20 Instrument cluster (miles) ....21 Instrument cluster (kilometers) ... 23 Steering wheel gearshift control ..25 Center console ........26 Overhead control panel ....... 27 Door control panel ......27...
  • Page 22: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Exterior lamp switch Gear selector lever Starter switch Steering wheel Cup holder Instrument cluster Auxiliary power outlet Steering wheel gearshift control Storage tray* Tachometer* Wiper switch Cockpit clock* Cruise control switch* Control lever (control Glove box system)* AUX/USB sockets*...
  • Page 23: Instrument Cluster (Miles)

    Instrument cluster (miles) Instrument cluster (miles) Miles Instrument cluster (U.S. vehicles) Function Page Function Page Speedometer Center indicator and warning lamp display Right indicator and warn- ing lamp display Selecting display for sta- tus indicator Adjusting instrument Setting digital clock cluster illumination Adjusting ambient light- Left indicator and warn-...
  • Page 24: Instrument Cluster (Miles)

    Instrument cluster (miles) Indicator and warning lamps Function Page Function Page M Low‑beam head- ? Coolant tempera- lamp indicator ture warning lamp lamp ® Fuel cap indicator # Left turn signal lamp indicator lamp # Battery indicator ÷ ESP lamp ®...
  • Page 25: Instrument Cluster (Kilometers)

    Instrument cluster (kilometers) Instrument cluster (kilometers) Kilometers Instrument cluster (Canada vehicles) Function Page Function Page Speedometer Center indicator and warning lamp display Right indicator and warn- ing lamp display Selecting display for sta- tus indicator Adjusting instrument Setting digital clock cluster illumination Adjusting ambient light- Left indicator and warn-...
  • Page 26: Instrument Cluster (Kilometers)

    Instrument cluster (kilometers) Indicator and warning lamps Function Page Function Page M Low‑beam head- ? Coolant tempera- lamp indicator ture warning lamp lamp ® Fuel cap indicator # Left turn signal lamp indicator lamp # Battery indicator ÷ ESP lamp ®...
  • Page 27: Steering Wheel Gearshift Control

    Steering wheel gearshift control Steering wheel gearshift control Function Page Multifunction display Right shift paddle Upshift Left shift paddle : Down- shift Model pure only: The steering wheel in this vehicle varies from steering wheel illustrated. Model passion and BRABUS only.
  • Page 28: Center Console

    Center console Center console Function Page Function Page Tachometer* Switching seat heating* on/off, passenger side Cockpit clock* Central unlocking switch HVAC Switching seat heating* Audio system* on/off, driver’s side Switching front fog Storage tray* lamps* on/off Gear selector lever Central locking switch Starter switch Hazard warning flasher Parking brake lever...
  • Page 29: Overhead Control Panel

    Door control panel Overhead control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Passenger front air bag Inside door handle off indicator lamp Adjusting exterior rear Switching interior light- view mirrors: ing on/off Manually Electrically Interior rear view mirror Opening and closing right side window: Manually Electrically...
  • Page 31: Safety

    Occupant safety ........ 30 Panic alarm ........45 Driving safety systems ....... 46 Anti-theft systems ......48...
  • Page 32: Occupant Safety

    Additional protection potential is pro- Occupant safety vided by: Introduction Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) The smart vehicle is equipped with seat with belts and dual stage air bags to protect you Air bags ( page 33) in a crash. However, children can be killed...
  • Page 33: Seat Belts

    You and your way and stop driving. Contact an authorized passenger should always wear seat belts. smart center immediately to have the sys- If you are ever in an accident, your injuries tem checked; otherwise the SRS may not...
  • Page 34 Seat belts of a vehicle involved in an acci- which would increase the chance of head dent must be inspected by smart. Only then and neck injuries. The seat belt would is it possible to determine whether the seat...
  • Page 35: Occupant Safety

    Tensioning Devices will no longer function this, you may wish to get out of the vehicle properly and must be replaced. smart rec- as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have any ommends that you visit a qualified work- breathing difficulty but cannot get out of shop to have this done.
  • Page 36 If you have any problems, please The driver and passenger should always contact an authorized smart center. wear their seat belts. Otherwise it is not Do not lean your head or chest close to the possible for air bags to provide their steering wheel or dashboard.
  • Page 37: Safety Guidelines

    Work on the SRS must the textile structure of the air bags, therefore only be performed by qualified there is the possibility of abrasions or technicians. Contact an authorized smart other, potentially more serious injuries center. resulting from air bag deployment.
  • Page 38: Knee Bag

    Occupant safety ! If the air bags are activated, you will required for the second stage inflation of the air bag. hear a loud noise and some dust may be generated. The explosion fundamentally The air bags will not deploy in impacts represents no risk to your hearing.
  • Page 39: Head-Thorax

    Head-thorax air bag Always wear seat belts properly. WARNING Only use seat covers which have been tested and approved by smart for your vehicle...
  • Page 40: Thorax-Pelvis

    Only use seat covers which have been tested Thorax-pelvis side air bags are deployed and approved by smart for your vehicle on the impacted side of the vehicle model. A seat cover must have a deployment...
  • Page 41: Indicator Lamp

    The thorax-pelvis side air bags are inte- center. Only seat accessories approved grated into the driver and passenger seat by smart may be used.
  • Page 42 Occupant safety WARNING than the weight of a typical 12‑month‑old child seated in a standard child restraint Children 12 years old and under must be or as being a small individual (such as a seated and properly secured in an appro- young teenager or a small adult), the priate infant or child restraint recom- 4 0 indicator lamp will illu-...
  • Page 43: Self-Test

    12‑month‑old Only have the seat repaired or replaced child in a standard child restraint — by an authorized smart center. instances where the system may suppress deployment of the passenger front air Read and observe all warnings in this bag even though the impact met the cri- chapter.
  • Page 44: Children In The Vehicle

    The child restraint sys- the engine, the system is not functioning. tem’s metal parts, for example, could You must contact an authorized smart center become very hot, and the child could be before seating any child on the passenger burned on these parts.
  • Page 45 Occupant safety vated. The seat belt is now locked. Push The infant or child restraint must be prop- down on child restraint to take up any erly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt slack. fully in accordance with the child seat To deactivate, release seat belt buckle and manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 46 Occupant safety driving to make sure the Do not leave children unattended in the 4 0 indicator lamp is illu- vehicle, even if the children are secured in a child restraint system. Unsupervised minated. If the 4 0 indica- children in a child restraint system may tor lamp goes out or remains out, do not use vehicle equipment and may cause an transport a child on the passenger seat...
  • Page 47: Panic Alarm

    Panic alarm Panic alarm Thread top tether strap A through top tether guide : down the back of passenger seat ; to top tether anchor- Activating: Press and hold button : for age =. at least 1 second. An audible alarm and flashing exterior Attach top tether hook ? to top tether lamps will operate briefly.
  • Page 48: Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems that may cause undesired operation of lock during braking. This allows you to the device. maintain the ability to steer your vehicle. Any unauthorized modification to this On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will device could void the user’s authority to respond even to light brake pressure.
  • Page 49: Driving Safety Systems

    ESP may otherwise seriously the ignition. It goes out when the engine is damage the brake system which is not running. covered by the smart Limited Warranty. Depending on the driving situation, the ® ® The ESP will only function properly if...
  • Page 50: Anti-Theft Systems

    Anti-theft systems brakes very quickly, the hydraulic brake flasher comes on automatically as soon as assistant automatically provides full the vehicle is at a standstill. The hazard brake boost, thereby potentially reducing warning flasher will remain on until it is the braking distance.
  • Page 51: Anti-Theft Systems

    Anti-theft systems Arming: Lock the vehicle using the remote control. The tow-away protection and the interior motion sensor are armed after about 25 seconds. Disarming: Unlock the vehicle using the remote control. The tow-away protection and the interior motion sensor are disarmed. Canceling the alarm Arming: Lock the vehicle using the remote control.
  • Page 52 Anti-theft systems Exit the vehicle. Lock the vehicle using the remote control. The tow-away protection and the inter- ior motion sensor remain switched off until you lock your vehicle again.
  • Page 53: Controls

    Opening and closing ......52 Starter switch positions ..... 57 Seats ..........58 Mirrors ........... 61 Seat belts ........62 Lighting ......... 64 Windshield wipers ......70 Soft top system (cabriolet only) .... 71 Side windows ........76 Driving and parking ......77 Transmission ........
  • Page 54: Operation

    If the remote control is malfunctioning, contact an authorized smart center. USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...
  • Page 55: Opening And Closing

    The acoustic signal is activated at the quence of local conditions (reflective or factory. If you wish to deactivate the absorbing objects) and interference feature, contact an authorized smart emitted by other radio transmission sys- center. tems. Similarly, the operating range...
  • Page 56: Inside Door Handle

    Opening and closing Locking and unlocking from the inside Opening the doors from the inside You can open a locked door from the inside. WARNING Open door only when conditions are safe to When leaving the vehicle, always remove the do so.
  • Page 57: Opening And Closing

    Opening and closing Press button # on the key twice. Pull either of the release levers : back- wards. Press and hold button $ on the key for The lower tailgate is unlocked. approximately two seconds. Swivel the lower tailgate downwards to open.
  • Page 58 Opening and closing Take care that you do not open your vehi- you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave chil- cle’s retractable soft top inadvertently. dren unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could Opening the tailgate on the cabriolet result in an accident and/or serious per-...
  • Page 59: Starter Switch Positions

    Starter switch positions Swivel the tailgate upwards to close. Let the tailgate lock into place. WARNING When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave chil- dren unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
  • Page 60: Seats

    Seats WARNING g For removing key When adjusting the seat, make sure no one 1 Ignition (power supply for all elec- becomes trapped. trical consumers) and driving posi- Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driv- tion ing. Adjusting the seat while driving could All lamps (except low‑beam head- cause the driver to lose control of the vehi- lamp indicator lamp, high‑beam...
  • Page 61: Armrest

    Pull adjustment handle ; upwards and WARNING slide the seat to a seating position that Contact an authorized smart center if the still allows you to reach the accelerator/ seats have become damaged. brake pedal safely.
  • Page 62: Passenger Seat

    Seats Folding back Direction of arrow ?: down Direction of arrow A: up Pull adjustment lever ; upwards and unlock the seat backrest. Fold the seat backrest backward. Passenger seat When you hear an audible click, the seat backrest is again fixed into place. You can expand the cargo compartment by Check for proper engagement before folding down the passenger seat.
  • Page 63: Mirrors

    The operating control is on the door come(s) on briefly when you press the control panel. switch and then go(es) out again. Contact an authorized smart center. Mirrors Adjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffic condi- tions.
  • Page 64: Interior Rear View Mirror

    Seat belts Exterior rear view mirror heating Adjusting the mirror: Manually move the interior rear view mirror up, down, left, This feature is only available on the model or right to the desired setting. passion and BRABUS and in conjunction Selecting the antiglare position: Tilt with power exterior rear view mirrors.
  • Page 65: Seat Belts

    Seat belts vehicle and/or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. WARNING Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available. Make sure everyone riding in the vehicle is cor- rectly restrained with a separate seat belt. Never use a seat belt for more than one per- son at a time.
  • Page 66: Exterior Lamp Switch

    Contact an authorized smart center. Lighting Exterior lamp switch Correct driver seat adjustment For safety, smart recommends that you drive with your low‑beam headlamps on WARNING during the day. In certain countries, local Observe ”Safety notes“ ( page 58).
  • Page 67: Lighting

    M in the instrument cluster comes on. Relevant information can be obtained at The following lamps also come on: any authorized smart center. Tail and parking lamps License plate lamps Side marker lamps Automatic headlamp mode* This feature is only available on vehicles with rain-light sensor*.
  • Page 68: Combination Switch

    Lighting Turn the exterior lamp switch to position Switching off - vehicles with rain-light Ã. sensor*: With the key in starter switch position Switch on the parking lamps T or the 1, the tail and parking lamps, the license low‑beam headlamps M. plate lamps, and the side marker lamps The daytime running lamps are switched will come on and go out automatically...
  • Page 69: High-Beam Flasher

    Lighting High‑beam headlamps and high-beam Switching on: Push the combination flasher switch in direction of arrow : or ;. The corresponding turn signals flash. The corresponding turn signal indicator lamp # or ! in the instrument cluster flashes. The combination switch resets automat- ically after major steering wheel move- ment.
  • Page 70: Ambient Lighting

    Lighting When adjusting the ambient lighting, The interior and exterior lamps come on the illumination level for instrument and then go out again after 12 seconds. cluster is also changed ( page 92). Ambient lighting* Front fog lamps The ambient lighting illuminates the WARNING vehicle interior with 6 LEDs when the low- beam headlamps are switched on.
  • Page 71: Hazard Warning Flasher

    Lighting Make sure the parking lamps or the after 15 seconds if all doors are closed low‑beam headlamps are switched on. after 10 minutes if at least one door is Switching on: Press switch :. open The front fog lamps come on. The rocker switch can be set to three dif- ferent positions.
  • Page 72: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield wipers Windshield wipers Intermittent wiping Only switch on intermittent wiping under Switching windshield wipers on and off wet weather conditions or in the presence of precipitation. Vehicles with rain-light sensor*: When you select intermittent wiping, the sensor is activated. The sensor automatically sets a suitable wiping interval depending on the wetness of the sensor surface.
  • Page 73: Soft Top System (Cabriolet Only)

    Soft top system (cabriolet only) To prevent smears on the windshield, or Introduction noisy/chattering wiper blades, wipe with windshield washer fluid periodi- The soft top system of the smart cabriolet cally even when it is raining. consists of a retractable soft top Single wipe...
  • Page 74 Limited Warranty. If you cannot open or close the retracta- ble soft top due to a malfunction contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Opening and closing the retractable smart center.
  • Page 75 Soft top system (cabriolet only) ing the retractable soft top will inter- rupt the opening procedure. Closing For safety reasons, you can only close the retractable soft top using the retractable soft top switch inside the vehicle. Make sure the key is in starter switch position 1.
  • Page 76 Soft top system (cabriolet only) Open the driver’s and passenger door when conditions are safe to do so. Open the tailgate ( page 56). Retractable soft top switch Closing Opening Pull handle : on the inside of the tail- Opening the rear soft top gate backward.
  • Page 77: Mounting The Side Rails

    Soft top system (cabriolet only) Carry out the following steps when con- Close the storage compartment cover. ditions are safe to do so. Press on the “PRESS” marking in the mid- First lift the side rail at the rear end in dle of the storage compartment cover direction of arrows ?.
  • Page 78: Side Windows

    Side windows ! Make sure the side rails are installed correctly. Otherwise the side rails may not function properly or may be damaged. Close the storage compartment cover. Press on the “PRESS” marking in the mid- dle of the storage compartment cover until it engages audibly.
  • Page 79: Driving And Parking

    Driving and parking Opening and closing the power windows Make sure the key is in starter switch position 1. This feature is only available on the model Opening: Press and hold the top of the passion and BRABUS. respective switch. WARNING The corresponding side window moves Do not keep any part of your body up against...
  • Page 80: Driving And Parking

    Driving and parking Driving fumes are entering the vehicle while driv- ing, have the cause determined and cor- The vehicle has a crawler function. The rected immediately. If you must drive vehicle moves forward when the brake under these conditions, drive only with at pedal is released.
  • Page 81: Parking Brake

    Driving and parking Reversing the vehicle Turn the key to starter switch position 0 and remove the key from the starter ! Shift the transmission into reverse switch. gear R only when the vehicle is stopped Take the key with you and lock the vehicle in order to avoid damaging the trans- when leaving.
  • Page 82: Brake Pedal

    Make sure the engine is running whenever the vehicle is rolling. Have the brake sys- Always engage the parking brake in addi- tem repaired at an authorized smart center, tion to shifting to park position P. if there is a fault in the brake system.
  • Page 83: Transmission

    Transmission Release the brake pedal. Turn the key to starter switch position Remove the key from the starter switch. The electronic immobilizer is acti- vated. Transmission Introduction If a brake circuit has failed ( page 164), Your vehicle is equipped with a 5‑speed you must depress brake pedal : further automated transmission with manual or down to achieve the same effect and the...
  • Page 84: Shifting Procedure

    Otherwise, the indicator. When manual gearshifting M is drivetrain could be damaged, which is selected, the currently selected gear not covered by the smart Limited War- appears ( page 87). ranty. WARNING...
  • Page 85: Driving Tips

    Transmission The current gear selector lever position Gear selector lever positions appears in the transmission position Effect indicator ( page 87). Park position Gear selector lever position Driving tips when the vehicle is parked. Accelerator pedal position Place the gear selector lever in park position P only when Your driving style influences the trans- the vehicle is stopped.
  • Page 86: Hill-Start Assist System

    There- not covered by the smart Limited War- fore, you can start off smoothly without the ranty. vehicle moving immediately after releas- ing the brake pedal.
  • Page 87: Emergency Operation (Limp Home Mode)

    Your vehicle’s ABS driving to the nearest workshop such as a will not prevent this type of loss of control. smart center. Briefly pull the gear selector lever If vehicle acceleration becomes less backward in the - direction ( page 81).
  • Page 88: Multifunction Display

    Continue to drive. Turn off the engine. Have the transmission checked at an Engage the parking brake when leaving authorized smart center as soon as pos- the vehicle. sible. Contact Roadside Assistance or an It is possible that a gear combination authorized smart center.
  • Page 89: Instrument Cluster

    If you must continue to drive, please do so the transmission position indicator: with added caution. Visit an authorized Current gear selector lever position smart center as soon as possible. Current engaged gear (when manual gear- shifting selected) Multifunction display illumination...
  • Page 90: Clock

    Instrument cluster Digital clock Example illustration (U.S. vehicles) Example illustration (U.S. vehicles) Display Function Canada vehicles: The digital clock Gear selector lever in park shows a 24 h-clock instead of a position P 12 h-clock. Gear selector lever in posi- tion R (Reverse gear engaged) Gear selector lever in neutral position N...
  • Page 91: Fuel Level Display

    Instrument cluster Confirm time setting: Refrain from Freeze warning (Canada vehicles only) pressing either left button : or right button ; until the colon in the digital clock stops flashing. The time is set. The digital clock in the multifunction display is not synchronized with the cockpit clock* ( page 91).
  • Page 92: Service Interval Display

    Instrument cluster Trip odometer display If this occurs, the fuel pump symbol in the fuel level display flashes the reserve fuel indicator shows the fuel level in the tank in 0.1 US gal (0.5 l) increments For selecting the reserve fuel indicator to be displayed in the status indicator, see “Reserve fuel indicator”...
  • Page 93: Tachometer

    Instrument cluster Reserve fuel indicator This information will be displayed instead of the main odometer display. The main odometer display will reappear after approximately ten seconds page 87). Type of service that is due This information will be displayed in the status indicator.
  • Page 94: Illumination

    Control system* ! Do not hang any objects on the tachom- Adjusting instrument cluster illumi- eter. nation This could cause the tachometer to be You can adjust the illumination of the torn from its mountings and damage it. switches, the dials in the instrument clus- ter, the radio*, the climate control* panel Cockpit clock* and the auxiliary instruments*.
  • Page 95: Control Lever

    Control system* message Back Back appears in the multifunc- Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph tion display. (approximately 50 km/h ), your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet (approx- Press the OK button on the control lever imately 14 m) every second.
  • Page 96: Menus And Submenus

    Control system* Menus and submenus Function Odometer Odometer menu ( page 94) Consumption Consumption menu ( page 95) YSTART START menu (trip statistics since start) ( page 95) YRESET RESET menu (trip statistics since last reset) ( page 95) Messages Messages menu ( page 96)
  • Page 97: Reset Menu

    Control system* Odometer Odometer menu appears in the multi- function display. To switch between submenus: Press the OK button on the control lever briefly. To reset the trip odometer: Select the trip odometer display. Press button B on the instrument cluster Average speed since start until the trip odometer is reset to 0 Time elapsed since start...
  • Page 98: Messages Menu

    Messages Messages menu stores messages that times/mileage, may result in vehicle you can call up. damage that is not covered by the smart When no messages have been stored, the Limited Warranty. Messages Messages menu is not displayed.
  • Page 99: Control System

    Control system* Press the control switch on the control Press the control switch on the control lever ( page 93) up or down until the lever ( page 93) up or down until the Language Language submenu appears in the multi- desired unit is selected.
  • Page 100: Audio System

    93) up or down until the If you wish to have an audio system other desired setting is selected. than an original smart audio system fitted Press the OK button on the control lever in your vehicle, please always have the nec- briefly to confirm.
  • Page 101: Audio System

    Audio system* Video operation from CD/DVD or SD Card, Audio system basic* ® via AUX/USB/iPod The audio system basic contains the fol- Image display from CD/DVD or SD Card, lowing functions: ® via USB/iPod Radio (FM/AM) ! Please be sure to read the operating Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS) and instructions for the audio system navi- radio text...
  • Page 102: Cruise Control

    With the cruise control is activated and a speed set, the following message appears smart surround sound system* in the multifunction display: The smart surround sound system supple- ments the existing speakers with more powerful and additional speakers (includ- ing a digital amplifier in the passenger footwell and a passive subwoofer).
  • Page 103: Driving Systems

    Driving systems Canada only: The set speed appears in the multifunction display next to cruise control symbol V. On uphill grades, the cruise control may not be able to maintain the set speed. Once the grade eases, the set speed will be resumed.
  • Page 104 HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning) Press RES/+ button ; briefly. pages. Otherwise the windows could fog up, The cruise control resumes the previ- impairing visibility and endangering you ously set speed. and others. The last set speed stored in memory is Air conditioning with climate control* deleted when the engine is turned off.
  • Page 105: Hvac (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning)

    HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning) Control panels HVAC Heating Air volume control Rear window defroster switch Air distribution control Temperature control Air conditioning with climate control* Air volume control Air conditioning switch Rear window defroster switch Air recirculation switch Temperature control Air distribution control Switching on: Make sure the key is in Switching HVAC on/off...
  • Page 106: Air Vents

    HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning) Rapid heating Air conditioning with climate control* Push air volume control : to level 3. Control panel ( page 103). Turn air distribution control = to a Make sure the engine is running. position between z and O. Switching on: Push air volume Push temperature control ? fully up.
  • Page 107: Air Distribution

    HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning) Adjusting: Turn slider : to the left, For draft-free ventilation, move the sliders for the center air vents and side right, up, or down. air vents to the middle position. Opening: Turn slider : inwards towards the center console.
  • Page 108: Air Volume

    HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning) Air conditioning with climate control Adjusting air volume Control panel ( page 103). The air volume is controlled depending on the blower speed selected. Five blower Switching on: Push air volume speeds are available. control : to level 3. Turn air distribution control B to posi- tion z.
  • Page 109: Loading And Storing

    (e.g. before driv- smart Limited Warranty. ing through a tunnel). This setting cuts off Keep in mind that objects placed in a cup...
  • Page 110 Loading and storing The parcel net bag Vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around in the vehicle is for storing small, lightweight objects in the event of prevents small objects from sliding hard braking around inside the passenger compart- ment a change of direction an accident...
  • Page 111: Storage Compartments

    Loading and storing Push handle ? to the right in the direc- wards, and remove from rear mount- ings ;. tion of the arrow. Insert cargo compartment cover Guide cargo compartment cover blind : in top mounting ; or bottom blind : into position.
  • Page 112: Coin Holder

    Loading and storing to brake or accelerate and could lead to accidents and injury. Coin holder The coin holder is located in front of the gear selector lever. Storage tray Glove box A clamp rail for slips of paper is located on the outside of the glove box lid.
  • Page 113: Drawer

    Loading and storing Storage tray* in center console Example illustration: Parcel net on passenger seat Installing: Slide storage tray ; onto the Parcel net cones on the center console until it engages audibly. Drawer* Removing: Press levers : simultane- A drawer is located below the audio sys- ously towards the storage tray.
  • Page 114: Instructions

    Loading and storing Keep compartment lids closed. This will help to prevent stored objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occu- pants during braking vehicle maneuvers an accident WARNING No racks or loads may be secured to the roof Opening: Open the tailgates.
  • Page 115: Sun Screen

    Useful features be distributed in such a way so that the weight on each axle never exceeds the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and rear axle. The GVWR and GAWR for your vehi- cle are indicated on the certification label which can be found on the driver’s door B‑pillar.
  • Page 116: Useful Features

    Useful features Please note that Auxiliary power outlet if using the auxiliary power outlet the The auxiliary power outlet supplies power maximum current drawn may not exceed to the following electrical accessories 5 A or 60 W when the key is turned to starter switch position 1: the electric air pump* can be connected to the auxiliary power outlet for the time...
  • Page 117 The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ....116 At the gas station ......116 Engine compartment ......117 Front compartment ......120 Tires and wheels ......124 Winter driving ........ 143 Driving instructions ......144 Driving abroad ........ 151 Vehicle care ........151...
  • Page 118: The First 1000 Miles (1500 Km)

    Damage caused by adding diesel later on. fuel will not be covered by the smart Drive your vehicle during the first Limited Warranty. 1 000 miles (1500 km) at varying but mod- If diesel fuel has mixed with gasoline, erate vehicle and engine speeds.
  • Page 119: Engine Compartment

    Open the fuel filler flap by pulling at the page 221), or contact an authorized point indicated by arrow :. smart center. Turn fuel filler cap = counterclockwise and hold on to it until possible pressure Check regularly and before a long trip is released.
  • Page 120: Consumption

    WARNING damage the drive assemblies. Using spe- The engine is equipped with a transistor- cial additives not approved by smart may ized ignition system that utilizes high cause damage not covered by the smart voltage. Do not touch any components (igni- Limited Warranty.
  • Page 121: Adding

    117). the Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system dam- The oil dipstick is located in the engine age not covered by the smart Limited compartment on the passenger side. Warranty. WARNING When adding engine oil, always use a funnel...
  • Page 122: Front Compartment

    It could cause damage to the off. Stay clear of fan blades. engine or emission control system not covered by the smart Limited Warranty. ! Check the fill levels at regular inter- Screw filler cap : back on the filler vals.
  • Page 123: Front Compartment

    Front compartment Insert left and right links D of service flap = under links C on the fender. Pull both levers ; fully towards the out- side in the direction of the arrows. Lift the front of service flap =. First pull service flap = forward slightly and then remove it upwards as indicated by arrow ?.
  • Page 124 Front compartment steam or coolant leaking from the cool- ing system, or if the coolant temperature warning lamp ? in the instrument cluster indicates that the coolant is overheated. Do not remove the pressure cap on coolant reservoir if coolant temperature is above 158¦...
  • Page 125 Front compartment clockwise to release any excess pres- sure. Continue turning pressure cap : coun- terclockwise and remove it. The coolant level is correct if the level for cold coolant: reaches marking bar ; visible through the filling opening for warm coolant: is approximately 0.6 in (1.5 cm) higher WARNING If necessary, add coolant.
  • Page 126: Brake Fluid

    When replacing rims, only use genuine smart wheel bolts specified for the partic- ular rim type. Failure to do so can result in...
  • Page 127: Tires And Wheels

    If vehicle is heavily loaded, check tire Retreaded tires are not tested or recom- inflation pressure and correct as mended by smart, since previous damage required. cannot always be recognized on retreads. Do not allow your tires to wear down too The operating safety of the vehicle cannot far.
  • Page 128: Important Notes On

    Tires and wheels and the tire load, the tire temperature changes. When the tire temperature changes by 18¦ (10¥), the tire inflation pressure will change by approximately 10 kpa (0.1 bar, 1.5 psi). Keep this in mind when checking tire inflation pressure on warm tires and adjust the tire pressure only if the tire inflation pressure is too low for the current operating conditions.
  • Page 129: Checking

    Tires and wheels Underinflated tires can stopping distance, and result in sudden deflation (blowout) because they are more cause excessive and uneven tire wear likely to become punctured or damaged by adversely affect fuel economy road debris, potholes etc. lead to tire failure from being over- Do not overload the tires by exceeding the heated specified load limit as indicated on the...
  • Page 130 Tires and wheels It monitors the tire inflation pressure in As an added safety feature, your vehicle has all four tires. A warning is issued to alert been equipped with a tire pressure moni- you to a decrease in pressure in one or more toring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low of the tires.
  • Page 131 Tires and wheels Restarting the TPMS or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. WARNING It is the driver’s responsibility to cali- If a condition causing the TPMS to mal- brate the TPMS on the recommended cold function develops, it may take up to inflation pressure.
  • Page 132: Information Placard

    Tires and wheels After driving a few minutes the system Loading the vehicle verifies that the current tire inflation Two labels on your vehicle show how much pressures are within the system’s speci- weight it may properly carry. fied range. Afterwards the current tire 1) The Tire and Loading Information plac- inflation pressures are accepted as refer- ard can be found on the driver’s door...
  • Page 133: Seating Capacity

    Tires and wheels Tire and Loading Information Seating capacity WARNING Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver’s door B‑pillar. Overloading the tires can overheat them, possibly causing a blowout.
  • Page 134 Tires and wheels load capacity. For example, if the “XXXX” amount equals 540 lbs and there will be one 150 lbs passenger in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 390 lbs (540 lbs - 150 lbs = 390 lbs). Step 5: Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
  • Page 135: Certification Label

    Tires and wheels Examples for steps 1 to 3 Example 1 Example 2 Step 1 Combined weight limit of occu- 540 lbs 540 lbs pants and cargo from Tire and Load- ing Information placard Step 2 Number of occupants (driver and passenger) Occupants weight Occupant 1: 150 lbs...
  • Page 136: Care And Maintenance

    Tires and wheels Life of tire For more information on tire load rating page 137). WARNING For information on calculating total and Tires should be replaced after 6 years, cargo load capacities ( page 131). regardless of the remaining tread. The service life of a tire is dependent upon Direction of rotation varying factors including but not limited...
  • Page 137: Storing Tires

    Tires and wheels wear :, traction ;, and temperature resistance =. Although not a Government of Canada requirement, all tires made for sale in North America have these grades branded on the sidewall. For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration.
  • Page 138: Tire Labeling

    Temperature 81 lb‑ft (110 Nm). WARNING Only use genuine smart wheel bolts speci- fied for your vehicle’s rims. The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly For information on wheel change, see “Flat...
  • Page 139 Tires and wheels No letter preceding the size designation Manufacturer (as illustrated above): Passenger car tire Tire ply material ( page 140) based on European design standards. Tire size designation, load and speed Letter “P” preceding the size designation: rating ( page 137) Passenger car tire based on U.S.
  • Page 140 Tires and wheels Tire speed rating B indicates the tire failure may result and cause an acci- approved maximum speed for the tire. dent and/or serious personal injury to you or others. Summer tires Always replace rims and tires with the same Index Speed rating designation, manufacturer and type as...
  • Page 141: Load Identification

    Tires and wheels ity of the tire is limited to 186 mph Load identification (300 km/h). Any tire with a speed capability above 186 mph (300 km/h) must include a “ZR” in the size designation AND the service description must be placed in parenthe- sis.
  • Page 142: Accessory Weight

    Tires and wheels Tire type code Tire type code ? may, at the option of the manufacturer, be used as a descriptive code for identifying significant charac- teristics of the tire. Date of manufacture Date of manufacture A identifies the week and year of manufacture.
  • Page 143: Cold Tire Inflation Pressure

    Tires and wheels GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory-installed The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle equipment (whether installed or not). weight. The gross vehicle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR for the Air pressure front and rear axle indicated on the cer-...
  • Page 144: Normal Occupant Weight

    Tires and wheels Normal occupant weight TIN (Tire Identification Number) The number of occupants the vehicle is Unique identifier which facilitates designed to seat, multiplied by 68 kilo- efforts by tire manufacturers to notify grams (150 lbs). purchasers in recall situations or other safety matters concerning tires and gives purchasers the means to easily identify Occupant distribution...
  • Page 145: Snow Chains

    ! Remember that snow chains must always ent temperatures. be compatible with the tire sizes of a Tire change. vehicle. Snow chains that are approved by smart are only permitted for the fol- lowing tire size: 175/55 R15 on the rear axle. * optional...
  • Page 146: Pedals

    Driving instructions For safety reasons, smart recommends adapt your driving style to suit the current that you only use snow chains that have road and weather conditions. been approved by smart. ! If snow chains that do not meet require-...
  • Page 147: Driving Instructions

    After hard braking, it is advisable to drive damage the brake system which is not on for some time, rather than immediately covered by the smart Limited Warranty. park, so that the air stream will cool down Brake pad wear or a leak in the brake system the brakes faster.
  • Page 148: Fuel

    Maintenance System. Contact an author- trip and again when beginning the next ized smart center. trip in order to remove any salt residues Fuel consumption is also increased by from the brake disc driving in cold weather, in stop-and-go traffic, on short trips, and in hilly areas.
  • Page 149: Catalytic Converter

    ! To prevent damage to the catalytic con-...
  • Page 150: Hydroplaning

    Continued driving with a flat tire or driv- not covered by the smart Limited War- ing at high speed with a flat tire will cause ranty.
  • Page 151: Through Standing Water

    If you are uncertain about the correct read- ing of the information given on a tire’s WARNING sidewall, any authorized smart center will If the vehicle becomes stuck in snow, make be glad to assist you. sure snow is kept clear of the exhaust pipe...
  • Page 152: Coolant Temperature

    Any such damage is not covered by the smart an antenna that is installed on the outside Limited Warranty. of the vehicle.
  • Page 153: Driving Abroad

    Regular and proper care will help to main- cause serious engine damage which is tain the value of your vehicle. The best way not covered by the smart Limited War- to protect your vehicle from harmful envi- ranty. ronmental influences is to wash it and use For more information on coolant tempera- protective treatments regularly.
  • Page 154 The following topics deal with the cleaning soft top fabric*. Environmental influen- and care of your vehicle and give important ces are not covered by the smart Limited “how-to” information as well as references Warranty. to smart approved vehicle-care products.
  • Page 155 Vehicle care Selecting the right cleaning agent ! To avoid damage to interior equipment and materials: Never rub roughly or use cleaning spirits on the cloth upholstery, never use strong agents, stain remover etc. on the leather upholstery. Never scour or use solvent on plastic parts. Never use strong and aggressive agents on windows, do not touch the inside of the windows with hard objects such as an ice scraper or ring, doing so may damage the windows.
  • Page 156: Power Washer

    Vehicle care Exterior Special considera- Lightly soiled Heavily soiled tions Hand-/Automatic Hand-/Automatic car washes car washes Wheels and wheel Two-layer metallic Car shampoo con- Car shampoo con- covers paint (high-gloss) centrate, rim care centrate, rim care Retractable soft top PAC fabric Car shampoo con- Car shampoo con- centrate, soft top...
  • Page 157: Paintwork Care

    Recommended touch-up paint pens can be seals obtained in a smart center. other rubber parts The distance should be at least 3.9 in For any major paintwork damage, please (10 cm) and the water temperature must contact a smart center.
  • Page 158 Vehicle care Wet cleaning smart recommends that you use an approved car shampoo concentrate and soft top cleaner. “Dry clean” the vehicle first. Wash the soft top off using a soft brush or sponge and plenty of lukewarm water. Then rinse thoroughly with clear water.
  • Page 159 Where will I find ......158 Display messages ......158 What to do if ........162 Unlocking/locking manually ....176 Replacing transmitter battery .... 177 Replacing bulbs ....... 178 Replacing wiper blades ..... 184 Flat tire ........186 Wheel change ........
  • Page 160: Where Will I Find

    Display messages Where will I find ... carefully. When using the tire repair kit follow the instructions in this section. Tire repair kit Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe injury or death. The tire repair kit is located in the passenger footwell under the carpet.
  • Page 161: Display Message

    Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The electronic immobilizer is not working. Have the system checked at an authorized smart center. There is a malfunction in the shifting system. Have the system checked at an authorized smart center.
  • Page 162 Engage the parking brake. Check the poly-V-belt. If poly-V-belt is broken: Do not continue to drive. Contact an authorized smart center. If poly-V-belt is intact: Have the vehicle checked at an authorized smart center immediately. ! Among other possible causes, the poly-V-belt could be broken. Do not continue to drive.
  • Page 163 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The fuel level has dropped below the reserve mark. Refuel at the next gas station. Reserve Fuel Reserve Fuel Ö The driver’s door is open. Close the driver’s door. Driver´s Door Ajar Driver´s Door Ajar Ø...
  • Page 164: What To Do If

    What to do if ... low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately 1 minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.
  • Page 165: Indicator Lamp

    Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ò (USA only) There is a malfunction in the ABS system. ! (Canada only) Have the ABS system checked at an authorized smart center The ABS indicator immediately. lamp illuminates while the engine is running.
  • Page 166: Warning Lamp

    ! If you find that the brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the minimum mark or below, have the brake system checked for brake pad thickness and leaks imme- diately. Contact an authorized smart center immediately. Do not add brake fluid as this will not solve the problem.
  • Page 167: Seat Belt Telltale

    What to do if ... Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions 7 The seat belt Regardless of whether the seat belt is fastened or not, the seat telltale illu- belt telltale always comes on and remains lit for 6 seconds minates con- after starting the engine.
  • Page 168: Srs Indicator Lamp

    For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an author- ized smart center immediately to have the system checked; A malfunctioning SRS system may not deploy when needed in an accident resulting in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could result in an accident and/or injury to you or to others.
  • Page 169: Warning Lamp

    ESP It may be possible to clear a system failure by restarting the engine. Restart the engine. If the warning lamp still does not go out, have the system checked at an authorized smart center immediately. ® More information on the ESP can be found in the “Safety”...
  • Page 170: Battery

    Engage the parking brake when leaving the vehicle. engine is started. Contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized smart center. The poly-V-belt is broken. The battery is no longer charged. Stop the vehicle immediately in a safe location. Do not continue to drive.
  • Page 171: Fuel Cap

    Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 179). cator lamp(s) flashes at double frequency. Have the turn signal checked at an authorized smart center as soon as possible. ® The fuel cap The fuel cap may not be closed properly or the fuel system may indicator lamp be leaky.
  • Page 172: Temperature Warning Lamp

    Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ; The engine There is a malfunction in the system. malfunction Have the vehicle checked at an authorized smart center indicator lamp immediately. illuminates while driving. Some states may by law require you to visit a workshop as soon as the engine mal-...
  • Page 173: Function Telltale

    ! The engine oil pressure indicator lamp should not be ignored. Extended driving with the engine oil pressure indicator lamp illuminated could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the smart Limited Warranty. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)*...
  • Page 174 What to do if ... WARNING Each tire should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure rec- ommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire and Loading Information placard. If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the Tire and Loading Infor- mation placard, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.
  • Page 175 Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There is a malfunction in the system. The passenger front Have the system checked at an authorized smart center. air bag off indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with the weight of a...
  • Page 176 Have the key deactivated at an authorized smart center. Report the loss of the key to your car insurance company immediately. If necessary, have the mechanical lock replaced. Your authorized smart center will be glad to supply you with a replacement following an identity check.
  • Page 177: Door

    What to do if ... Acoustic warning signals Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Once the anti-theft The alarm is triggered when warning system* has someone opens a door or the tailgate been armed, a visual the driver’s door is unlocked with the key ( page 176) and audible alarm is the vehicle’s interior is entered...
  • Page 178: Unlocking/Locking Manually

    The vehicle is equipped with a mechanical/acoustic brake pad uous noise from the indicator. front axle when brak- Have the brake pads checked at an authorized smart center. ing. Unlocking/locking manually Unlocking the vehicle You can unlock the driver’s door and the fuel filler flap by unlocking the driver’s...
  • Page 179: Replacing Transmitter Battery

    1. The indicator lamp on the central lock- Have the transmitter battery replaced at ing switch flashes, when the starter an authorized smart center. switch is in position 0. WARNING Remove the key from the starter switch, take it with you, and close all doors.
  • Page 180: Replacing

    Avoid touching the glass of the bulb with control. bare fingers. If the newly installed bulb does not come on, contact an authorized smart center. Replacing bulbs Have the bulbs for the front fog lamps* About replacing bulbs and the LED daytime running lamps* replaced at an authorized smart center.
  • Page 181: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs Overview bulbs Front lamps Headlamp Type : Low‑beam headlamp H7 (55 W) ; High‑beam headlamp H7 (55 W) = Parking and side marker lamp WY 5 W ? Turn signal lamp 2357 A Type Front fog lamp* : Front fog lamp H 11 Side turn signal lamp Type...
  • Page 182: Backup Lamp

    Replacing bulbs Rear lamps Tail lamp unit Type : Brake lamp/tail lamp/turn signal lamp/side marker lamp 12 V 21/5 W ; Reflector = Backup lamp 12 V 21 W License plate lamps Type : License plate lamps C 5 W High‑mounted brake lamp Type : High‑mounted brake lamp...
  • Page 183 Replacing bulbs Bend the retainer spring end down and Replacing bulbs for front lamps forward until it unclips. Fold the Before you start to replace a bulb for a retainer spring back. front lamp, do the following first: Pull the bulb out of the headlamp hous- Turn the exterior lamp switch to position ing.
  • Page 184 Replacing bulbs The arrow on bulb socket : must be in Replacing bulbs for rear lamps line with the line on the headlamp hous- Before you start to replace a bulb for a rear ing. lamp, do the following first: Turn bulb socket : clockwise by a quar- Turn exterior lamp switch to position ter of turn.
  • Page 185 Replacing bulbs High-mounted brake lamp Left bulb carrier with bulb sockets (right bulb carrier in reverse) Removing: Unscrew retaining screws :. Retaining tab Remove high-mounted brake lamp ?. Brake, tail, turn signal and side marker lamp bulb Detach electrical connector ; from bulb Backup lamp bulb socket =.
  • Page 186: Replacing Wiper Blades

    Replacing wiper blades Use a suitable tool to loosen the corre- sponding license plate lamp unit at jacking point :. Carefully unclip the license plate lamp unit. Detach electrical connector ; from the interior lamp. Remove bulb = from mount ?. Installing: Insert the new bulb.
  • Page 187: Replacing Wiper Blades

    Do not allow the wiper arms to contact the windshield glass without a wiper blade inserted. We recommend that you have this work carried out at an authorized smart center. To ensure proper visibility it is vital that you have wiper blades that...
  • Page 188: Flat Tire

    TPMS* will not function prop- erly. The sensor must then be replaced at Check the setting of the washer jet noz- an authorized smart center as soon as zles at regular intervals. The washer jet possible. nozzles are correctly set when the water...
  • Page 189 If you are unsure of the condition of the tire a physician immediately. or have any question whatsoever about its suitability for driving contact the nearest smart center for assistance or call Road- Notes side Assistance. Small tire punctures, particularly those...
  • Page 190 Flat tire Keep away from open flame, heat source or sparks. Do not smoke. Sealing a tire (Version 1) Take the tire repair kit from the passenger footwell ( page 158). Open the tire repair kit lid. Unscrew flange lid :. Unscrew the lid of tire sealant container E.
  • Page 191: Battery

    In this case, the tire sealant cannot prop- erly seal the tire. Do not drive the vehicle. Contact the nearest smart center for assis- tance or call Roadside Assistance. Press I on electric air pump switch C. After attaining a tire inflation pressure The electric air pump is switched on and inflates the tire.
  • Page 192 (blowout) because they are more Park your vehicle safely away from the likely to become punctured or damaged by roadway and contact the nearest smart road debris, potholes etc. center or call Roadside Assistance. Do not overload the tires by exceeding the Have the damaged tire replaced.
  • Page 193: Battery

    4 years. Replacement containers are available at any authorized smart center. WARNING After changing a tire, contact a smart center to make sure the bolts holding the wheel to the car are tight enough. Other- Unscrew the valve cap from tire valve wise, the wheels could come off.
  • Page 194 In this case, the tire sealant cannot prop- erly seal the tire. Do not drive the vehicle. Contact the nearest smart center for assis- tance or call Roadside Assistance. Check the tire inflation pressure using After attaining a tire inflation pressure pressure gauge E.
  • Page 195 WARNING ticular cuts or perforations larger than After changing a tire, contact a smart approximately 0.16 in (4 mm) or away from the tire’s tread. The manufacturer is not center to make sure the bolts holding the liable for damage sustained through wheel to the car are tight enough.
  • Page 196: Wheel Change

    Make sure to have a suitable jack , wheel wrench and wheel chock WARNING Contact an authorized smart center for When jacking up the vehicle, only use a information on which jack and wheel suitable jack. Observe the manufacturer’s wrench are required.
  • Page 197: Wheel Change

    Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts. Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately. Do not continue to drive under these circumstances! Contact an authorized smart center or call Roadside Assistance. Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tight- ened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to...
  • Page 198 80 lb-ft (110 Nm). WARNING Only use genuine smart wheel bolts. Other wheel bolts may come loose. Do not tighten the wheel bolts when the vehicle is raised. Otherwise the vehicle could fall off the jack.
  • Page 199: Battery

    If you do not intend to operate your vehicle WARNING for an extended period of time, consult an Failure to follow these instructions can authorized smart center about steps you result in severe injury or death. need to observe. Observe all safety instructions and pre-...
  • Page 200 Have the battery checked regularly at an authorized smart center. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for main- tenance intervals or contact an author- ized smart center for further informa- tion. Unscrew fastening screw ; counter- ! Never invert the terminal connections! clockwise.
  • Page 201: Jump Starting

    ! Never attempt to recharge a frozen bat- and can lead to a battery explosion and tery. Have the battery checked at a smart severe injury or death. center. The battery housing could be Never lean over batteries while connecting damaged.
  • Page 202 Such Read all instructions before proceeding. damage will not be covered by the smart ! Do not tow‑start vehicle. You could oth- Limited Warranty. erwise seriously damage the transmis-...
  • Page 203 Jump starting Jump start assistance Your vehicle’s battery is located in the passenger footwell below the footrest page 198). For jump starting, use the terminals of the battery, keeping the leads connected. Make sure the two vehicles do not touch. Switch off all electrical consumers.
  • Page 204: Towing

    Remove the jumper cables from positive terminals : and ;. You can now switch on the headlamps. Remount the positive terminal cover. Have the battery checked at the nearest authorized smart center. Towing WARNING If circumstances require towing the vehi-...
  • Page 205: Towing

    ® ing action through the ESP may ser- iously damage the brake system which is not covered by the smart Limited Warranty. a discharged battery. ! Make sure the gear selector lever is in neutral position N while towing the vehicle.
  • Page 206 For vehicles that will be flat towed over damage to the brake system which is not long distances observe the following rec- covered by the smart Limited Warranty. ommendations: ! Failure to follow the recommendations Preparing the vehicle: Contact an...
  • Page 207: Fuses

    WARNING tioning accessory or component. Only use fuses approved by smart with the Remove the respective fuse. specified amperage for the system in ques- Replace the defective fuse with a new one tion and do not attempt to repair or bridge of the same amperage.
  • Page 208 Fuses Fuse box Front side Fuse : - \ Backup fuse slots y - ¥...
  • Page 209: Fuse Chart

    Fuses Rear side Fuse ^ - © Fuse chart Accessory/Component Amperage Color Engine 25 A Neutral Windshield wipers 25 A Neutral Power window (left and right) 20 A Yellow Passenger compartment blower (HVAC) 25 A Neutral Front fog lamps, LED daytime running lamps 10 A Right parking lamp, right tail lamp, license 7.5 A Brown...
  • Page 210 Fuses Accessory/Component Amperage Color Engine, transmission, shifter 15 A Blue 25 A Neutral ® control unit Exterior lamp switch, turn signal lamp 10 A switch, cockpit switch module, on-board diagnostics socket, transmission control unit, exterior rear view mirror heating, anti-theft warning system, rain-light sen- sor, auxiliary instruments, central locking system, instrument cluster, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), brake and turn...
  • Page 211 Fuses Accessory/Component Amperage Color Soft top (cabriolet only) 30 A Green Transmission control unit, radiator cooling 40 A Orange Horn, central locking system 20 A Yellow — — — Starter switch (ignition) 50 A ® 40 A Orange control unit ©...
  • Page 213 Parts service ........212 Warranty coverage ......212 Engine electronics ......212 Identification labels ....... 213 Vehicle specification (model pure) ..215 Vehicle specification (model pas- sion) ..........215 Vehicle specification (model BRA- BUS) ..........216 Rims and tires ........ 216 Service fluids and capacities ....
  • Page 214: Parts Service

    Should you lose your smart USA Warranty been specifically developed, manufac- booklet (USA only) or the Warranty booklet tured or selected for and adapted to smart (Canada only), have an authorized smart vehicles. center arrange for a replacement. It will be mailed to you.
  • Page 215: Information Label

    Air bag information signs the work required, e.g. at a smart center. In (sun visor) particular, work relevant to safety or on VIN (engine compartment)
  • Page 216: Certification Label

    VIN (on the cargo compartment floor) Engine number Example certification label (U.S. vehicles) The engine number is engraved into the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) engine block. For more information, con- Paintwork code tact any authorized smart center.
  • Page 217: Vehicle Specification (Model Pure)

    The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle, thus causing accidents vehicle. Contact an authorized smart center for the corresponding data of all the rack and/or the load could detach and special bodies and special equipment.
  • Page 218: Vehicle Specification (Model Brabus)

    107.4 in (2 727 mm) ® cle such as the ABS or the ESP length Using tires other than those approved by smart may result in damage that is not Overall vehicle 69.0 in (1 752 mm) covered by the smart Limited Warranty. width...
  • Page 219 186). In case of a flat tire, it enables you to drive to the nearest author- ized smart center on the sealed tire. If the tire is damaged too severely for the tire sealant to provide a reliable tire...
  • Page 220: Service Fluids And Capacities

    5.5 J x 15 H2 Wheel offset: 0.87 in (22 mm) Please contact an authorized smart center Service fluids and capacities for products tested and approved by smart. Notes WARNING Vehicle components and their respective Comply with all valid regulations with lubricants must match.
  • Page 221: Service Fluids And Capacities

    Service fluids and capacities of service fluids. Otherwise you could endanger persons or the environment. Keep service fluids out of the reach of chil- dren. For health reasons, you should prevent service fluids from coming into direct contact with your skin or clothing. If a service fluid is swallowed, contact a physician immediately.
  • Page 222: Capacities

    Maintenance System will result in engine or emission control system dam- age not covered by the smart Limited Warranty. Use a windshield washer concentrate labeled for summer and water for temperatures above freezing point or a windshield washer concentrate labeled for winter and water for temperatures below freezing point.
  • Page 223: Air Conditioning Refrigerant

    Service fluids and capacities Only brake fluid approved by smart is rec- ommended. Any authorized smart center will provide you with additional informa- tion. Premium unleaded gasoline WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and poison- ous. It burns violently and can cause ser- ious personal injury.
  • Page 224: Gasoline

    IPA, IBA and TBA can be tional fuel additives other than those used provided the ratio of any one of these tested and approved by us for use on smart oxygenates to gasoline does not exceed vehicles are not covered by the smart 10%;...
  • Page 225: Anticorrosion/Antifreeze

    Adding water and MB 325.0 Anticorro- Always use anticorrosion/antifreeze that sion/Antifreeze separately from each has been approved by smart. For informa- other, could cause engine damage not tion contact an authorized smart center. covered by the smart Limited Warranty.
  • Page 226 Service fluids and capacities Anticorrosion/antifreeze quantity: Approximate freeze protection -35¦ ¦ (-37¥ ¥ ) -49¦ ¦ (-45¥ ¥ ) Cooling system 2.27 US qt (2.15 l) 2.50 US qt (2.37 l)

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