Smart Fortwo Coupé (2014) manual

>> Operator’s Manual. smart fortwo coupé and smart fortwo cabriolet É4515840300oËÍ 4515840300 Order no. 6522 0067 13 Part no. 451 584 03 00 Edition A-2014 www.smart.com smart - A Daimler brand Operator’s Manual smart fortwo coupé and smart fortwo cabriolet[...]

Service and Literature Your authorized smart center has trained technicians and Genuine smart Parts to service your vehicle properly. For expert advice and quality service, con- tact an authorized smart center. For further information you can find us on the smart web-site www.smartusa.com (USA only) or www.thesmart.ca (Canada only). G WARNING To he[...]

Let the fun begin! Take a moment to familiarize yourself with your smart fortwo coupé or smart fortwo cabriolet and read through the Operator’s Manual before driving. This will ensure you get more fun out of your vehicle - and avoid danger to yourself and others. This Operator’s Manual contains very important information about how to safely an[...]

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Index ............................................ 4 Introduction ................................. 13 At a glance .................................... 19 Safety .......................................... 29 Controls ....................................... 51 Operation .................................... 115 Practical hints .......................[...]

A ABS (Antilock Brake System) ............. 46 Indicator lamp ........................ 163 Accessory weight .......................... 140 Accidents Air bags .................................. 33 Additives Engine oil .............................. 221 Gasoline ................................ 222 Address change .............................. 15 Air[...]

C CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ...... 16 California retail buyers and les- sees, important notice for ............... 14 Can holder see Cup holder Cargo compartment cover blind ........ 107 Catalytic converter ....................... 147 CD player ..................................... 98 Center console .............................. 26 Central [...]

Through standing water ............. 149 Tips, automatic transmissio n. ..... 83 Driving and parking Safety notes .............................. 77 Driving safety systems .................... 46 ABS ........................................ 46 ESP ® ....................................... 47 Hydraulic brake assistant ........... 47 E Electrical sys[...]

G Gasoline see Fuel GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...... 141 Gear selector lever ......................... 81 Transmission position s. ............. 83 Global locking/unlocking ................ 53 Glove box .................................... 110 Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR Gross Vehicle Weight see GVW Gross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVWR [...]

L Labels ........................................ 213 Emission control information ..... 213 Lamps, exterior Exterior lamp switch .................. 64 Switching on/off ....................... 64 Lamps, indicator and warning ABS ....................................... 163 Battery ................................... 168 Brakes ......................[...]

Seat belts ............................ 31, 35 SRS indicator lamp, malfunction .1 66 OCS (Occupant Classification Sys- tem) ............................................ 39 Self-test ................................. 41 Oil see Engine oil Oil level see Engine oil, Checking level On-board Diagnostics Socket (OBD) ... 213 Operating safety ............[...]

Seat belts ..................................... 31 Children in the vehicle .............. 42 Fastening ................................ 62 Proper use of ............................ 31 Safety guidelines ...................... 35 Safety notes .............................. 31 Telltale ................................. 165 Seat heating .............[...]

Technical data (dimensions) see Vehicle specification Technical data (weights) see Vehicle specification Temperature Coolant .................................. 150 Interior temperature ................ 104 Outside ................................... 89 Tether anchorage points see Children in the vehicle Thorax-pelvis side air bags ............. 38 [...]

U Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards .............................. 135, 143 Unleaded gasoline, premium ........... 221 Unlocking the vehicle ..................... 52 Manually ................................. 176 USB socket .................................... 99 V Vehicle Bulbs ..................................... 178 Care ..................[...]

Product information We recommend using Genuine smart Parts as well as conv ersion parts and accessories explicitly approved by smart for your vehicle model. We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suit- ability for smart vehicles. We are unabl e to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be h[...]

Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of smart automo- biles Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if Mercedes-Benz USA LLC and/or its author- ized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or mal- functions in th[...]

For additional information refer to the smart Roadside Assistance Program bro- chure (USA) or the Warranty Booklet (Can- ada) in your vehicle literature portfolio. Change of address or ownership In the USA: If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Information Change Card” found in the Warranty Information Booklet. In Canada: If you c[...]

Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/ wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized smart center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for further inspection or repairs. Proper use of the vehicle Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following informa- t[...]

Vehicle data recording Information regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle sys- tems data. This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety.[...]

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>> At a glance. Cockpit ........................................... 20 Instrument cluster (miles) .................. .2 1 Instrument cluster (kilometers) ........... 23 Steering wheel gearshift control .......... 25 Center console ................................. .2 6 Overhead control panel ....................... 27 Door control panel .....[...]

Cockpit Function Page : Exterior lamp switch 64 ; Steering wheel 1 = Instrument cluster 21 ? Steering wheel gearshift control 84 A Tachometer* 91 B Cockpit clock* 92 C Glove box 110 AUX/USB sockets* 100 D Overhead control panel 27 E Audio system* 98 F Center console switches 26 G Coin holder 110 Retractable soft top switch 2 73 Function Page H Gear[...]

Instrument cluster (miles) Miles Instrument cluster (U.S. vehicles) Function Page : Speedometer ; Right indicator and warn- ing lamp display 22 = Adjusting instrument cluster illumination 92 Adjusting ambient light- ing* 68 Setting digital clock 88 ? Multifunction display 86 Function Page A Center indicator and warning lamp display 22 B Selecting d[...]

Indicator and warning lamps Function Page : M Low‑beam head- lamp indicator lamp 65, 169 ; # Left turn signal indicator lamp 67, 169 = ÷ ESP ® warning lamp 167 ? ! Right turn signal indicator lamp 67, 169 A D EPS* warning lamp 167 B ; Engine malfunction indicator lamp 170 C ò ABS indicator lamp 163 D $ Brake warning lamp 164 E 5 Engine oil pre[...]

Instrument cluster (kilometers) Kilometers Instrument cluster (Canada vehicles) Function Page : Speedometer ; Right indicator and warn- ing lamp display 24 = Adjusting instrument cluster illumination 92 Adjusting ambient light- ing* 68 Setting digital clock 88 ? Multifunction display 86 Function Page A Center indicator and warning lamp display 24 B[...]

Indicator and warning lamps Function Page : M Low‑beam head- lamp indicator lamp 65, 169 ; # Left turn signal indicator lamp 67, 169 = ÷ ESP ® warning lamp 167 ? ! Right turn signal indicator lamp 67, 169 A D EPS* warning lamp 167 B ; Engine malfunction indicator lamp 170 C ! ABS indicator lamp 163 D J Brake warning lamp 164 E 5 Engine oil pres[...]

Steering wheel gearshift control Function Page : Multifunction display 86 ; Right shift paddle 3 : Upshift 85 = Left shift paddle 3 : Down- shift 85 i Model pure only: The steering wheel in this vehicle varies from steering wheel illustrated. 3 Model passion and BRABUS only. Steering wheel gearshift control 25 >> At a glance.[...]

Center console Function Page : Tachometer* 91 ; Cockpit clock* 92 = HVAC 102 ? Audio system* 98 A Switching front fog lamps* on/off 68 B Central locking switch 54 C Hazard warning flasher switch 69 D Switching tow-away pro- tection*/interior motion sensor* on/off 49 E Restarting TPMS button 127 Function Page F Switching seat heating* on/off, passen[...]

Overhead control panel Function Page : Passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 41, 162 ; Switching interior light- ing on/off 69 = Interior rear view mirror 62 Door control panel Function Page : Inside door handle 54 ; Adjusting exterior rear view mirrors: Manually 61 Electrically 5 61 = Opening and closing right side window: Manually 76 Electri[...]

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>> Safety. Occupant safety ................................ 30 Panic alarm ..................................... 45 Driving safety systems ....................... 46 Anti-theft systems ............................ 48[...]

Occupant safety Introduction The smart vehicle is equipped with seat belts and dual stage air bags to protect you in a crash. However, children can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag. Indeed, there is a stronger risk of serious death or bodily injury when an air bag deploys on a child positioned in a rear-facing child seat in th[...]

belts and anchors, Emergency Tensioning Devices, seat belt force limiters or air bags) or their wiring, as well as tampering with interconnected electronic systems, can lead to the restraint systems no longer functioning as intended. Air bags or Emer- gency Tensioning Devices, for example, could deploy inadvertently or fail to deploy in accidents i[...]

that is as upright as possible and the belt is properly positioned on the body. G 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. G WARNING Seat belts of a v[...]

keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat. R When using a seat belt to secure infant or toddler restraints or children in booster seats, always follow the child seat man- ufacturer’s instructions. Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs) and seat belt force limiters The seat belts are equipped with Emer- gency Tensioning Devices and seat belt f[...]

G WARNING To reduce the risk of injury when the front air bags inflate, it is very important for the driver and passenger to always be in a properly seated position and to wear their respective seat belt. For maximum protection in the event of a collision always be in normal seated posi- tion with your back against the backrest. Fasten your seat be[...]

We caution you not to rely on the presence of the air bags in order to avoid wearing your seat belt. It is important to your safety and that of your passenger that you replace deployed air bags and repair any malfunctioning air bags to make sure the vehicle will continue to provide supplemental crash protection for occupants. Safety guidelines for [...]

! If the air bags are activated, you will hear a loud noise and some dust may be generated. The explosion fundamentally represents no risk to your hearing. An inflated air bag slows down and reduces the movement of the occupant. When the occupant makes contact with a front air bag or head-thorax air bag (cabriolet only), hot gas flows out of the in[...]

The knee bags are designed to provide increased protection for the driver and passenger against the risk of injuries to the knees, thighs and lower legs. The knee bags are located on the lower instrument panel. They are designed to operate together with the front air bags in certain frontal impacts if the system determines that air bag deployment c[...]

Window curtain air bags and thorax-pel- vis side air bags (coupé only) G WARNING There is a possibility for a thorax-pelvis side air bag related injury if occupants, especially children, are not properly seated or restrained when next to a thorax- pelvis side air bag which needs to deploy rapidly in a side impact in order to do its job. To help av[...]

The thorax-pelvis side air bags will deploy, however, if the system detects R a high rate of lateral vehicle decelera- tion or acceleration, and R that air bag deployment can offer addi- tional protection to that provided by the seat belt. The thorax-pelvis side air bags are inte- grated into the driver and passenger seat backrests. : Thorax-pelvis[...]

than the weight of a typical 12‑month‑old child seated in a standard child restraint or as being a small individual (such as a young teenager or a small adult), the 40 indicator lamp will illu- minate for approximately 4 seconds when the ignition is switched on and then, depending on occupant weight sensor read- ings from the seat, remains illu[...]

injured or even killed if the passenger front air bag inflates. R If you place a child in a forward-facing child restraint on the passenger seat, move the seat as far back as possible, use the proper child restraint recommended for the age, size and weight of the child by the seat manufacturer, and secure child restraint with the vehicle’s seat b[...]

adult, the 40 indicator lamp will illuminate and go out after approx- imately 4 seconds. If the seat is not occupied and the system senses the passenger seat as being empty, the 40 indicator lamp will illuminate and not go out. G WARNING If the 40 indicator lamp does not illuminate immediately after starting the engine, the system is not functionin[...]

vated. The seat belt is now locked. Push down on child restraint to take up any slack. To deactivate, release seat belt buckle and let seat belt retract completely. To deac- tivate the special seat belt retractor for the passenger seat, the passenger seat must be in the most backward position. The seat belt can again be used in the usual manner. G [...]

driving to make sure the 40 indicator lamp is illu- minated. If the 40 indica- tor lamp goes out or remains out, do not transport a child on the passenger seat until the system has been repaired. A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the passenger seat may be seriously injured or even killed if the passenger front air bag inflates. R If you p[...]

X Thread top tether strap A through top tether guide : down the back of passenger seat ; to top tether anchor- age = . X Attach top tether hook ? to top tether anchorage = on the floor of the cargo compartment. i If you are using divider plus*, the hooks of the top tether and the divider plus* are attached to the same anchorage. X Install the child[...]

that may cause undesired operation of the device. Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The product label with FCC ID and IC cer- tification number can be found in the battery case. Driving safety systems Introduction G WARNING The following factors increase the risk of accidents: R[...]

afforded. The ABS cannot prevent acci- dents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplan- ing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabil- ities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopar[...]

brakes very quickly, the hydraulic brake assistant automatically provides full brake boost, thereby potentially reducing the braking distance. X Apply continuous full braking pressure until the emergency braking situation is over. The ABS will prevent the wheels from locking. When you release the brake pedal, the brakes function again as normal. Th[...]

X Arming: Lock the vehicle using the remote control. Warning system indicator lamp : flashes rapidly. The anti-theft warning system arms after about 25 seconds. When the anti-theft warning system is armed, warning system indicator lamp : flashes about every three seconds. i You can also arm the anti-theft warning system by locking the vehicle witho[...]

X Exit the vehicle. X Lock the vehicle using the remote control. i The tow-away protection and the inter- ior motion sensor remain switched off until you lock your vehicle again. 50 Anti-theft systems >> Safety.[...]

>> Controls. Opening and closing .......................... 52 Starter switch positions ..................... 57 Seats .............................................. 58 Mirrors ........................................... 61 Seat belts ........................................ 62 Lighting ......................................... 64 Windshield [...]

Opening and closing Key Key with remote control : * Lock button ; $ Opening the retractable soft top 6 / unlocking the upper tailgate 7 = # Unlock button The remote control centrally locks and unlocks: R the driver’s door R the fuel filler flap R the passenger door R the upper tailgate G WARNING When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fro[...]

! The remote control has an operating range of approximately 50 ft (15 meters). This can fluctuate greatly as a conse- quence of local conditions (reflective or absorbing objects) and interference emitted by other radio transmission sys- tems. Similarly, the operating range fluctuates in line with the direction from which the remote control is acti[...]

Locking and unlocking from the inside G 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. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious per- sonal [...]

X Press button # on the key twice. X Press and hold button $ on the key for approximately two seconds. or X Pull the release handle in hand le recess : of the lower tailgate. The upper tailgate is unlo cked. X Swivel the upper tailgate upwards to open. Observe the information on loading the vehicle ( Y page 112). For information on vehicle weights,[...]

you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave chil- dren unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A child’s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and/or serious per- sonal injury. Opening and closing the retractable soft top (cabriolet only) You can fully open the retractable soft top with the key. Key wi[...]

X Opening: Push release levers : , located to the left and right of the retaining clip, upwards. X Swivel the rear soft top upwards to open. G WARNING To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the cargo compartment opening when closing the rear soft top. Be especially careful when small children are around. X Clos[...]

g For removing key 1 Ignition (power supply for all elec- trical consumers) and driving posi- tion All lamps (except low‑beam head- lamp indicator lamp, high‑beam headlamp indicator lamp, and turn signal indicator lamps unless acti- vated) in the instrument cluster come on. If a lamp in the instrument cluster fails to come on when the ignition [...]

A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and/or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. G WARNING Contact an authorized smart center if the seats have become damaged. The seat is an integral part of the vehicle’s safety system in the [...]

R Direction of arrow ? : down R Direction of arrow A : up Passenger seat You can expand the cargo compartment by folding down the passenger seat. Observe the loading instructions ( Y page 112). Folding down X Remove the seat belt from seat belt guide : . X Move the passenger seat backward as far as it will go. X Hold the backrest with one hand back[...]

The indicator lamps on seat heating switch : come on to show which heating level you have selected. Level Indicator lamps on the switch off No indicator lamp on 1 One indicator lamp on 2 Two indicator lamps on X Make sure the key is in starter switch position 1 . X Switching on: Press seat heating switch : repeatedly until the desired seat heating [...]

Exterior rear view mirror heating This feature is only available on the model passion and BRABUS and in conjunction with power exterior rear view mirrors. After switching on the rear window defroster, the exterior rear view mirrors will be heate d automatic ally. This pre- vents icing up the exterio r rear view mir- rors and also creates a clea r v[...]

vehicle and/or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. G 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. G WARNING Never ride in a moving v[...]

not touch the neck). Never pass the shoulder portion of the seat belt under your arm. R Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hips (over hip joint) and not across the abdomen. R Place the seat backrest in a position that is as upright as possible. R Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time. R Do not fasten a seat belt aro[...]

i If you drive in countries where vehi- cles drive on the other side of the road than the country in which the vehicle is registered, you must have the headlamps modified for symmetrical low beams. Relevant information can be obtained at any authorized smart center. Exterior lamp switch $ Lamps off Daytime running lamp mode* T Parking lamps L Low?[...]

X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position à . With the key in starter switch position 1 , the tail and parking lamps, the license plate lamps, and the side marker lamps will come on and go out automatically depending on the brightness of the ambi- ent light. With the engine running, the low‑beam headlamps, the tail and parking lamps, the licen[...]

High‑beam headlamps and high-beam flasher X Make sure the low‑beam headlamps are switched on ( Y page 65). X Switching on: Push the combination switch to position 1 . The high‑beam headlamps come on. The high‑beam headlamp indicator lamp K in the instrument cluster comes on. X Switching off: Pull the combination switch in direction of arrow[...]

The interior and exterior 9 lamps come on and then go out again after 12 seconds. Ambient lighting* The ambient lighting illuminates the vehicle interior with 6 LEDs when the low- beam headlamps are switched on. The LEDs can be dimmed. The LEDS are located R in the overhead control panel R in the door pockets, driver’s and passenger side R in the[...]

X Make sure the parking lamps or the low‑beam headlamps are switched on. X Switching on: Press switch : . The front fog lamps come on. The indicator lamp in the switch comes on. X Switching off: Press switch : once more. The front fog lamps go out. The indicator lamp in the switch goes out. Hazard warning flasher The hazard warning flasher can be[...]

Windshield wipers Switching windshield wipers on and off Example illustration coupé X Make sure the key is in starter switch position 1 . X Switching on: Turn the wiper switch to position 2 or 3 , depending on the intensity of the rain. ! Do not operate the windshield wipers when the windshield is dry. Dust that accumulates on a windshield might s[...]

Wiping with windshield washer fluid Example illustration coupé X Pull the wiper switch in direction of arrow : and hold it in position. The windshield wipers operate with windshield washer fluid. X Release the wiper switch. The windshield wipers will wipe three more times. i To prevent smears on the windshield, or noisy/chattering wiper blades, wi[...]

When loading, make sure no sharp objects come into contact with the soft top or the rear window. Do not place any evenly distributed loads with a weight of more than 165 lbs (75 kg) on the rear soft top when folded down. Make sure the high-mounted brake lamp is not concealed. ! Do not block the soft top system’s lock- ing apertures. Only place th[...]

Key with remote control : * Lock button ; $ Opening the retractable soft top = # Unlock button X Press button $ on the key for approx- imately two seconds. The retractable soft top opens com- pletely. Opening from the inside X Make sure the key is in starter switch position 1 . X Press symbol ; on the retractable soft top switch until the desired p[...]

Retractable soft top switch : Closing ; Opening Opening the rear soft top X Press symbol ; on the retractable soft top switch or button $ on the key until the retractable soft top has opened com- pletely. X Release retractable soft top switch ; or button $ on the key. X Press symbol ; on the retractable soft top switch once more until the rear soft[...]

X Carry out the following steps when con- ditions are safe to do so. X First lift the side rail at the rear end in direction of arrows ? . X Then remove it in direction of arrows A . Storing the side rails : Front right ; Rear right = Rear left ? Front left X Store the side rails in the storage com- partment of the tailgate with the painted side fa[...]

; Front right = Rear right ? Rear left A Front left X Install the side rails with the respective front end ; or A first. G WARNING Make sure the side rails are properly mounted. Otherwise the side rails could disengage while driving and injure you and other persons. X Take one side rail and start by attaching it to front end D . X Make sure the sea[...]

Opening and closing the power windows This feature is only available on the model passion and BRABUS. G WARNING Do not keep any part of your body up against the side window pane when opening a win- dow. The downward motion of the pane may pull that part of your body down between the window pane and the door frame and trap it there. If there is a ri[...]

fumes are entering the vehicle while driv- ing, have the cause determined and cor- rected immediately. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with at least one window fully open at all times. Gearshift pattern for transmission : Release button j Park position k Reverse gear i Neutral position h Drive position p Manual gearshifting q U[...]

Reversing the vehicle ! Shift the transmission into reverse gear R only when the vehicle is stopped in order to avoid damaging the trans- mission. You can drive in reverse gear at a speed of up to 9 mph (15 km/h). i The vehicle has a crawler function. Thevehicle moves forward when the brakepedal is released. X Depress the brake pedal. X Press the r[...]

X Releasing: Depress the brake pedal. X Pull up slightly on parking brake lever ; and press release button : . X Push parking brake lever ; down as far as it will go. When the ignition is switched on or the engine is running, the brake warning lamp $ (USA only) or J (Canada only) in the instrument cluster goes out. X Engaging: Pull up parking brake[...]

If a brake circuit has failed ( Y page 164), you must depress brake pedal : further down to achieve the same effect and the braking distance is increased. i The brake servo will only function with the engine switched on. G WARNING In the event of the vehicle needing to be towed, a significantly greater amount of pedal pressure will be required when[...]

j Park position k Reverse gear i Neutral position h Drive position p Manual gearshifting q Upshifting ± Downshifting The current gear selector lever position appears in the transmission position indicator. When manual gearshifting M is selected, the currently selected gear appears ( Y page 87). G WARNING It is dangerous to shift the transmiss ion [...]

Gear selector lever positions Effect B Park position Gear selector lever position when the vehicle is parked. Place the gear selector lever in park position P only when the vehicle is stopped. The park position is not intended to serve as a brake when the vehicle is parked. Rather, the driver should always engage the parking brake in addition to pl[...]

in an accident and/or serious personal injury. Driving on uphill grades G WARNING The hill-start assist system is not designed to function as a parking brake and does not prevent the vehicle from moving when parked on an incline. Always engage the parking brake in addi- tion to shifting to park position P . ! When the hill‑start assist system sto[...]

Activating manual gearshifting X Move the gear selector lever to drive position D ( Y page 81). X Pull one of the shift paddles ( Y page 84) towards you. or X Move the gear selector lever to manual gearshifting M ( Y page 81). System-controlled automatic gearshift- ing is switched off. You can upshift or downshift through the gears in succession. T[...]

Driving in limp-h ome mode: X Move the gear selector lever to drive position D ( Y page 81). X Continue to drive. X Have the transmission checked at an authorized smart center as soon as pos- sible. i It is possibl e that a gear combination including the reverse gear can not be selected. Keep in mind when parking, that reversing the vehicle might b[...]

Multifunction display (Canada vehicles) : Maintenance service symbol (status indicator) ; Main odometer display and days or dis- tance to next maintenance service = Transmission position indicator ? Digital clock A Outside temperature display B Freeze warning C Fuel level display D Status indicator with: • Trip odometer display • Reserve fuel i[...]

Example illustration (U.S. vehicles) Display Function P P Gear selector lever in park position P R R Gear selector lever in posi- tion R (Reverse gear engaged) N N Gear selector lever in neutral position N D D Gear selector lever in drive position D When manual gearshifting is selected: Display Function 1 1 First gear engaged 2 2 Second gear engage[...]

X Confirm time setting: Refrain from pressing either left button : or right button ; until the colon in the digital clock stops flashing. The time is set. i The digital clock in the multifunction display is not synchronized with the cockpit clock* ( Y page 91). Outside temperature display G WARNING The outside temperature display is not designed as[...]

If this occurs, R the fuel pump symbol in the fuel level display flashes R 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” ( Y page 91). Selecting display for status indicator You can select[...]

This information will be displayed instead of the main odometer display. The main odometer display will reappear after approximately ten seconds ( Y page 87). R Type of service that is due This information will be displayed in the status indicator. X Start the engine. X Selecting maintenance service interval display: Press button : on the instru- m[...]

! Do not hang any objects on the tachom- eter. This could cause the tachometer to be torn from its mountings and damage it. Cockpit clock* The cockpit clock can be turned by approx- imately 90°. The cockpit clock illumination comes on when you switch on the ignition and the exterior lighting. The buttons for setting the time are on the top of the [...]

Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph (approximately 50 km/h ), your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet (approx- imately 14 m) every second. Control lever You can select the displays in the multi- function display and change settings in the control system with the control lever. Control lever (example illustration coupé) : Control swi[...]

Menus and submenus Function : Odometer Odometer menu ( Y page 94) ; Consumption Consumption menu ( Y page 95) = Y START START menu (trip statistics since start) ( Y page 95) ? Y RESET RESET menu (trip statistics since last reset) ( Y page 95) A Messages Messages menu ( Y page 96) B Settings Settings menu ( Y page 96) C Time Time menu ( Y page 97) O[...]

Odometer Odometer menu appears in the multi- function display. X To switch between submenus: Press the OK button on the control lever briefly. X To reset the trip odometer: Select the trip odometer display. X Press button B on the instrument cluster until the trip odometer is reset to 0 ( Y page 21). Consumption menu The Consumption Consumption men[...]

Y RESET RESET menu appears in the multifunc- tion display. X To reset: Press button B on the instru- ment cluster until the Y RESET RESET menu is reset to 0 ( Y page 21). Messages menu The Messages Messages menu stores messages that you can call up. i When no messages have been stored, the Messages Messages menu is not displayed. X Press the contro[...]

X Press the control switch on the contr ol lever ( Y page 93) up or down until the Language Language submen u appears in the multi- function display. X Press the OK button on the control lever briefly. X Press the control switch on the contr ol lever ( Y page 93) up or down until the desired language is selected. X Press the OK button on the contro[...]

Setting the period of day X Press the control switch on the control lever ( Y page 93) up or down until the am am pm pm submenu appears in the multifunc- tion display. X Press the OK button on the control lever briefly. X Press the control switch on the control lever ( Y page 93) up or down until the desired setting is selecte d. X Press the OK but[...]

Audio system basic* The audio system basic contains the fol- lowing functions: R Radio (FM/AM) R Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS) and radio text R AUX and USB socket ( Y page 99) ! Please be sure to read the operating instructions for the audio system basic before using the unit. Familiarize your- self with the various functions of the unit so th[...]

: USB socket ; AUX socket smart surround sound system* 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). Driving systems Cruise control* The cruise control maintains the speed you set for your vehicle aut[...]

: Activating or deactivating the cruise control ; Resuming at last set speed or increas- ing speed = Setting current or lower speed, or decreasing speed ? Canceling the cruise control Activating/deactivating The cruise control must be activated before you can set a speed. When you turn off the engine, the cruise control is deactivated automatically[...]

X Press RES/+ button ; briefly. The cruise control resumes the previ- ously set speed. i The last set speed stored in memory is deleted when the engine is turned off. Changing the set speed You must have set a speed prior to increas- ing or decr easing the current speed. i Depressing the accelerator pedal does not deactivate the cruise control. Aft[...]

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 A Temperature control B Air distribution control Switching HVAC on/off Heatin[...]

Air conditioning with climate control* Control panel ( Y page 103). X Make sure the engine is running. X Switching on: Push air volume control : to level 1 or higher. X Press air conditioning switch ; . The indicator lamp in air conditioning switch ; comes on. X Switching off: Press air conditioning switch ; once more. The indicator lamp in air con[...]

i For draft-free ventilation, move the sliders for the center air vents and side air vents to the middle position. Center air vents : Left center air vent, adjustable ; Right center air vent, adjustable X Adjusting: Turn slider : or ; to the left, right, up, or down. X Opening: Turn slider : or ; inwards towards the center console. X Closing: Turn [...]

Adjusting air volume The air volume is controlled depending on the blower speed selected. Five blower speeds are available. 0 Off 1 Slow 2 Medium 3 High/defrosting 4 Maximum X Increasing or decreasing: Push air vol- ume control : up or down. Defrosting G WARNING Never drive with iced up or fogged win- dows. Visibility will be significantly impaired[...]

Air recirculation mode* Switch to air recirculation mode 12 to pre- vent unpleasant odors from entering the vehicle from the outside (e.g. before driv- ing through a tunnel). This setting cuts off the intake of outside air and recirculates the air in the passenger compartment. G WARNING When the air recirculation mode is switched on, windows can fo[...]

Vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around in the vehicle in the event of R hard braking R a change of direction R an accident G WARNING Do not place any objects on the mounted cargo compartment cover blind. Vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around in the vehicle in the event of R hard braking R a cha[...]

X Push handle ? to the right in the direc- tion of the arrow. X Insert cargo compartment cover blind : in top mountin g ; or bottom mounting = in the left- hand side pan- eling and release handle ? . X Cargo compartment cover blind : engages. X Pull parcel net bag A down slightly and secure with the hook and loop fastener. X Remove in rever se orde[...]

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. Example illustration (coupé) : Coin holder Door pockets The door pockets are located in the driver’s and passenger door. : Door pocket Storage trays next to the steering wheel The storage trays are located to[...]

Storage tray* in center console X Installing: Slide storage tray ; onto the cones on the cente r consol e until it engages audibly. X Removing: Press levers : simultane- ously towards the storage tray. X Pull storage tray ; away from the center console. X Opening: Pull handle = . X Closing: Swivel storage tray ; back until it engag es. Parcel nets [...]

X Opening: Open the tailgates. X Pull handle : on the inside of the tail- gate backward. X Lift up the storage compartment cover. X Closing: Close storage compartment cover : . X Press on the “PRESS” marking in the mid- dle of storage compartment cover : until it engages audibly. X Close the tailgates ( Y page 55). Loading instructions G WARNIN[...]

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. For more information, see “Loading the vehicle” ( Y page 130). The handlin[...]

Auxiliary power outlet The auxiliary power outlet supplies power to the following electrical accessories when the key is turned to starter switch position 1 : R the cigarette lighter*, available in con- junction with the ashtray* R the electric air pump, available in con- junction with the tire repair kit* R other consumers which operate up to a ma[...]

>> Operation. 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 ..[...]

The first 1000 miles (1500 km) In the Operation section you will find detailed information on operating, main- taining and caring for your vehicle. The more cautiously you treat your vehicle during the break-in period, the more sat- isfied you will be with its performance later on. R Drive your vehicle during the first 10 00 miles (1 500 km) at var[...]

? Fuel type label A Holder X Turn off the engine. X Remove the key from the starter switch. X Open the fuel filler flap by pulling at the point indicated by arrow : . X Turn fuel filler cap = counterclockwise and hold on to it until possible pressure is released. X Take off fuel filler cap = . ! The fuel filler cap is tethered to the fuel filler fl[...]

X Engage the parking brake. X Move the gear selector lever to park position P . X Switch off the ignition. X Open the tailgate. G WARNING Exercise extreme caution if you see flames or smoke coming from the engine compart- ment. Move away from the vehicle and call the fire department. If the coolant temperature warning lamp indicates that the engine[...]

When checking the engine oil level R the vehicle must be parked on level ground R the vehicle must have been stationary for at least five minutes with the engine turned off X Turn off the engine. X Engage the parking brake. X Open the tailgate. X Open the engine compartment cover ( Y page 117). The oil dipstick is located in the engine compartment [...]

X Check the engine oil level once more. X Add engine oil once more if necessary. Be careful not to spill any oil when adding to avoid environmental damage caused by oil entering the ground and water. ! Excess engine oil must be siphoned or drained off. It could cause damage to the engine or emission control system not covered by the smart Limited W[...]

X Pull both levers ; fully towards the out- side in the direc tion of the arrows. X Lift the front of servic e flap = . X First pull service flap = forward slightly and then remove it upwards as indicated by arrow ? . X Insert hooks A on the back of service flap = into open ings B . Remounting X Lift service flap = out of openings B . X Insert left[...]

X Push service flap = down in direction of arrow G . X First push both levers ; inward and then to the rear. X Press both levers ; into the radiato r grille until they engage. Coolant G WARNING In order to avoid potentially serious burns: R Use extreme caution when opening the service flap if there are any signs of steam or coola nt leaking from th[...]

clockwise to release any excess pres- sure. X Continue turning pressure cap : coun- terclockwise and remove it. The coolant level is correct if the level R for cold coolant: reaches marking bar ; visible through the filling opening R for warm coolant: is approximately 0.6 in (1.5 cm) higher X If necessary, add coolant. Adding coolant X Add coolant [...]

Brake fluid G WARNING During vehicle operation, the boiling point of the brake fluid is continuously reduced through the absorption of moisture from the atmosphere. Under extremely strenuous operating conditions, this mois- ture content can lead to the formation of bubbles in the system, thus reducing the system’s efficiency. Therefore, the brake[...]

the bolts loosening and possibly an acci- dent. Retreaded tires are not tested or recom- mended by smart, since previous damage cannot always be recognized on retreads. The operating safety of the vehicle cann ot be assured when such tires are used. G WARNING If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturban ce, or you suspect that possi[...]

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 checkin g tire inflation pressure on warm tires and adjust the tire pressure only if the tire inflation pressure is too low for the current o[...]

Underinflated tires can R cause excessive and uneven tire wear R adversely affect fuel economy R lead to tire failure from being over- heated R adversely affect handling characteris- tics Overinflated tires G WARNING Follow recommended tire inflation pres- sures. Do not overinflate tires. Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride co[...]

It monitors the tire inflation pressure in all four tires. A warning is issued to alert you to a decrease in pressure in one or more of the tires. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) is equipped with a combination low tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale in the instrument cluster. Depending on how the telltale illuminates, it indicates a [...]

or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. i If a condition causing the TPMS to mal- function develops, it may take up to 10 minutes for the system to signal a mal- function using the TPMS telltale flash- ing and illumination sequence. The telltale extinguishes after a few minutes driving if the malfunction has b[...]

After driving a few minutes the system verifies that the current tire inflation pressures are within the system’s speci- fied range. Afterwards the current tire inflation pressures are accepted as refer- ence pressures and then monitored. Maximum tire inflation pressure G WARNING Never exceed the max. tire inflation pres- sure. Follow recommended[...]

Tire and Loading Information G 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. Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems, or brake failu[...]

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). X Step 5: Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the[...]

Examples for steps 1 to 3 Example 1 Example 2 Step 1 Combined weight limit of occu- pants and cargo from Tire and Load- ing Information placard 540 lbs 540 lbs Step 2 Number of occupants (driver and passenger) 2 1 Occupants weight Occupant 1: 150 lbs Occupant 2: 180 lbs Occupant 1: 150 lbs Combined weight of all occupants 330 lbs 150 lbs Step 3 Ava[...]

For more information on tire load rating ( Y page 137). For information on calculating total and cargo load capacities ( Y page 131). Direction of rotation Unidirectional tires offer added advan- tages, such as better hydroplaning per- formance. To benefit, however, you must make sure the tires rotate in the direction specified. An arrow on the sid[...]

Treadwear indicator : appears as a solid band across the tread. Storing tires ! Keep unmounted tires in a cool, dry place with as little exposure to light as possible. Protect tires from contact with oil, grease and fuels. Cleaning tires ! Never use a round nozzle to power wash tires. The intense jet of water can result in damage to the tire. Alway[...]

The traction grades, from highest to low- est, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades rep- resent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perform- ance. Temperature G WARNING The temperature grade for this ti[...]

A Manufacturer B Tire ply material ( Y page 140) C Tire size designation, load and speed rating ( Y page 137) D Load identification ( Y page 139) E Tire name i For illustration purposes only. Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration. For more information, see “Rims and tires” ( Y page [...]

tire failure may result and cause an acci- dent and/or serious personal injury to you or others. Always replace rims and tires with the same designation, manufacturer and type as shown on the original part. G WARNING Do not overlo ad the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indic ated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the dri[...]

ity of the tire is limited to 186 mph (300 km/h). R 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. Example: 275/40 ZR 18 (99Y). The “(Y)” speed rating in parenthesis designates the maximum speed capability of the tire as being[...]

The TIN is a unique identifier which facil- itates efforts by tire manufactures to notify purchasers in recall situations or other safety matters concerning tires and gives purchasers the means to easily iden- tify such tires. The TIN is comprised of “Manufacturer’s identification mark” ; , “Tire size” = , “Tire type code” ? , and “[...]

radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory-installed equipment (whether installed or not). Air pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi), or kilopascal (kPa) or bars. Aspect ratio Dimensional relationship betw[...]

Normal occupant weight The number of occupan ts the vehic le is designed to seat, multiplie d by 68 kilo- grams (150 lbs). Occupant distribution The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at their design ated seating positions. Production options weight The combined weight of those installe d regular production options weighing over 5 lbs (2.3 kilo[...]

Treadwear indicators Narrow bands, sometimes called “wear bars” that show across the tread of a tire when only 1 / 16 in (1.6 mm) of tread remains. Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire’s trac- tion, temperature and treadwear. Ratings are determined by tire manufacture[...]

For safety reasons, smart recommends that you only use snow chains that have been approved by smart. Information on this is available from any smart center. Please refer to the separate operating instructions for detailed information on mounting the snow chains. Snow chains should only be driven on snow-covered roads at speeds not to exceed 30 mph [...]

to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle. Adapt your driving accordingly. Brakes G WARNING Make sure not to endan ger any other road users when carrying out braking maneu- vers. Refer to the descripti on of the hydrau lic brake assistant ( Y page 47). ! Because the ESP ® operates autom[...]

effect. Maintain a safe distance from vehi- cles in front. To help prevent brake disc corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roads), it is advisable to brake the vehicle with considerable force prior to parking. The heat generated serves to dry the brakes. G WARNING Make sure not to endanger any other road users when carr[...]

Catalytic converter Your smart is equipped with monolithic- type catalytic converter, an important ele- ment in conjunction with the oxygen sen- sors to achieve substantial control of the pollutants in the exhaust emissions. Keep your vehicle in proper operating condi- tion by following our recommended main- tenance instructions as outlined in your[...]

Depending upon the weather and/or road surface (conditions), the tire traction var- ies widely. Specified tire inflation pressures must be maintained. This applies particularly if the tires are subject to high loads (e.g . high speeds, heavy loads, high ambient temperatures). G WARNING Do not drive with a flat tire. A flat tire will affect your abi[...]

For information on how to identify the tire speed rating on a tire’s sidewall, see “Tire size designation, load and speed rating” ( Y page 137). If you are uncertain about the correct read- ing of the information given on a tire’s sidewall, any authorized smart center will be glad to assist you. i For information on speed ratings for winter[...]

the air intake, causing severe internal engine damage. Any such damage is not covered by the smart Limited Warranty. Passenger compartment G WARNING Always fasten items being carried as securely as possible . In an accident, during hard braking or sud- den maneuvers, loose items thrown around inside the vehicle may injure vehicle occupants. The car[...]

! Excessive coolant temperature causes the red coolant temperature warning lamp ? in the instrument cluster to come on. The engine should not be operated with the red coolant temperature warning lamp ? illuminated. Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the smart Limited War- ranty. For more information on coolant tempera-[...]

To avoid paint damage, you should imme- diately remove: R Insects R Bird droppings R Tree sap, etc. R Grease and oil R Brake fluid R Coolant R Fuel R Tar spots ! Failure to remove such dirt immedi- ately can cause damage to the paint or the soft top fabric*. Environmental influen- ces are not covered by the smart Limited Warranty. Frequent washing [...]

Selecting the right cleaning agent ! To avoid damage to interior equipment and materials: Never rub roughl y 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 window s, do not touch the inside [...]

Exterior Special considera- tions Lightly soiled Hand-/Automatic car washes Heavily soiled Hand-/Automatic car washes Wheels and wheel covers Two-layer metallic paint (high-gloss) Car shampoo con- centrate, rim care Car shampoo con- centrate, rim care Retractable soft top PAC fabric Car shampoo con- centrate, soft top cleaner, impregna- tion spray [...]

! Do not aim directly at R electrical parts R electrical connectors R seals R other rubber parts The distance should be at least 3.9 in (10 cm) and the water temperature must not exceed 140 ¦ (60 ¥ ). Follow the instructions provided by the power washer manufacturer on maintaining a distance between the vehicle and the nozzle of the power washer.[...]

Wet cleaning smart recommends that you use an approved car shampoo concentrate and soft top cleaner. X “Dry clean” the vehicle first. X Wash the soft top off using a soft brush or sponge and plenty of lukewarm water. X Then rinse thoroughly with clear water. i If you have the vehicle cleaned in a car wash, you may find that some water gets into[...]

>> Practical hints. Where will I find ... .......................... 158 Display messages ............................. 158 What to do if ... ............................... 162 Unlocking/locking manually ............... 176 Replacing transmitter battery ............ 177 Replacing bulbs .............................. .1 78 Replacing wiper bla[...]

Where will I find ... Tire repair kit The tire repair kit is located in the passenger footwell under the carpet. X Insert a suitable object such as a coin into the slot of carpet holder : . X Turn carpet holder : counterclockwise. X Lift the carpet. ; Tire repair kit The following is included: R Tire sealant container R Electric air pump with fille[...]

Vehicles without control system Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The electronic immobilizer is not working. X Have the system checked at an authorized smart center. There is a malfunction in the shifting system. X Have the system checked at an authorized smart center. The transmission is taught-in ( Y page 85). X Have[...]

Display messages Possible causes/con sequences and M M Solutions 4 Switch Engine Off Switch Engine Off The engine oil level is too low. The engine could be damaged. X Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. X Turn off the engine. X Engage the parking brake. X Check the engine oil level ( Y page 118) and add engine oil as required ( Y page [...]

Display messages Possible causes/con sequences and M M Solutions 6 Reserve Fuel Reserve Fuel The fuel level has dropped below the reserve mark. X Refuel at the next gas station. Ö Driver´s Door Ajar Driver´s Door Ajar The driver’s door is open. X Close the driver’s door. Ø Door Ajar Door Ajar The passenger door is open. X Close the passenge[...]

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. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal[...]

Brake Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ò (USA only) ! (Cana da only) The ABS indicator lamp illuminates while the engin e is running. There is a malfunction in the ABS system. X Have the ABS system checked at an authorized smart center immediately. ò (USA only) ! (Cana da only) The ABS indicator lamp illuminates together wit[...]

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions $ (USA only ) J (Can ada only) The brake warning lamp illuminates while the engine is running. You are driving with the parking brake engaged. X Release the parking brake. The brake circuit fails or the brake fluid leve l in the brake fluid reservoir is too low. X Stop the vehicle immediately i[...]

Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions 7 The seat belt telltale illu- minates con- stantly for a maximum of 6 second s after starting the engine. Regardless of whethe r the seat belt is fastened or not, the seat belt telltale always comes on and remains lit for 6 seconds after starting the engine. X Fasten your seat b[...]

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions 6 Scenario 1: The SRS indica- tor lamp illu- minates when the ignition is switched on and goes out after a maximum of 4 secon ds. The subsequent self check of the safety systems detected no malfunction. The supplemental restraint system is opera- tional. 6 Scenario 2: The SRS indica- tor lamp i[...]

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ The ESP ® warn- ing lamp flashes while driving. The ESP ® has engaged because of detected traction loss in at least one tire. X When driving off, apply as little throttl e as possibl e. X While driving, ease up on the accelerato r pedal . X Adapt your speed and driving to the prevai ling r[...]

Vehicle Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions # The battery indicator lamp illuminates while driving or does not go out after the engine is started. The alternator is malfunctioning. The battery is no longer charged. X Stop the vehicle immediately in a safe location. X Do not continue to drive. X Turn off the engine. X Engage the p[...]

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions K The high‑beam headlamp indi- cator lamp does not illuminate when the high‑beam headlamps are switched on or when using the high‑beam flasher. The high‑beam headlamp indicator lamp has failed. X Have the high‑beam headlamp indicator lamp checked at an authorized smart center. M The l[...]

Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ? The red coolant temperature warning lamp illuminates while the engine is run- ning. The coolant is too hot. X Stop the vehicle immediately in a safe location. X Do not conti nue to drive . X Turn off the engine. X Engage the parking brake when leaving the vehicle. X Contact Roadside As[...]

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions 5 The engine oil pressure indi- cator lamp illuminates while driving. The engine oil pressure is low. X Stop the vehicle immediately in a safe location. X Do not conti nue to drive . X Turn off the engine. X Engage the parking brake when leaving the vehicle. X Contact Roadside Assistance or an [...]

G 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 pres[...]

Warning and indicator lamps in the overhead control panel Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions 40 The passenger front air bag off indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with the weight of a typical adult or some- one larger than a small individual on the passenger seat. There is a malfunction in the system. X Have the [...]

Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not start. X Check if R the gear selector lever is in park position P R the brake pedal has been depressed R the transmission position indicator is on P P or N N The engine does not start within 4 sec- onds. X Wait for a few secon ds. X Repeat the starting procedure. Reme[...]

Acoustic warning signals Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Once the anti-theft warning system* has been armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered. The alarm is triggered when R someone opens a door or the tailgate R the driver’s door is unlocked with the key ( Y page 176) R the vehicle’s interior is entered R there is [...]

Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions A warnin g signa l sounds when parking. You have not engaged the parking brake before releasing the brake pedal, turning off the engine, and switching off the ignition. X Switch on the igni tion to deac tivate the acoustic warning. X Engage the parking brake. X Make sure the gear selector lever[...]

X Open the driver’s door. X Press the central locking switch ( Y page 54). The indicator lamp on the central lock- ing switch comes on, when the starter switch is in position 1 . The indicator lamp on the central lock- ing switch flashes, when the starter switch is in position 0 . X Remove the key from the starter switch, take it with you, and cl[...]

X Insert a suitable object such as a coin into the slot at the eyelet of the key hous- ing. X Carefully turn the coin until key housing top half : is unlatched. X Open key housing top half : to the side. X Remove transmitter battery ; from the board. ! Check the polarity when inserting the new transmitter battery. You could oth- erwise damage parts[...]

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 Front fog lamp* Type : Front fog lamp H 11 Side turn signal lamp Type : Side turn signal lamp WY 5 W Replacing bulbs 179 >> Practical hints. * optional Z[...]

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 W 16 W 180 Replacing bulbs >> Practical hints.[...]

Replacing bulbs for front lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a front lamp, do the following first: X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position $ ( Y page 64). X Switch off the ignition. X Open the service flap ( Y page 120). Left headlamp, (right headlamp in reverse) Parking and side marker lamp bulb X Removing: Driver’s side: Turn bulb[...]

The arrow on bulb socket : must be in line with the line on the headlamp hous- ing. X Turn bulb socket : clockwise by a quar- ter of turn. Side turn signal lamp bulb X Removing: Open the door on the corre- sponding side. X Press on retaining lug : in the direc- tion of the arrow until the side turn sig- nal lamp housing disengages. X Close the door[...]

Left bulb carrier with bulb sockets (right bulb carrier in reverse) : Retaining tab = Brake, tail, turn signal and side marker lamp bulb ? Backup lamp bulb X Depending on which bulb needs to be replaced, press gently onto bulb = or ? and turn it counterclockwise. X Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket. X Installing: Insert the new bulb into the bul[...]

X Use a suitable tool to loosen the corre- sponding license plate lamp unit at jacking point : . X Carefully unclip the license plate lamp unit. X Detach electrical connectors ; . X Remove bulb = . X Insert the new bulb. X Attach electrical connectors ; . X Fit the license plate lamp unit on the right and press gently on the left. The license plate[...]

tensioning spring could crack the wind- shield. Do not allow the wiper arms to contact the windshield glass without a wiper blade inserted. We recommen d that you have this work carried out at an authoriz ed smart center. To ensure proper visibility R it is vital that you have wiper blades that are in perfec t shape R clean the wiper blades regular[...]

X Removing: Fold the wiper arm away from the rear window until you feel it engage. X Fold wiper blade : away from the wiper arm in direction of arrow ; until it disengages from its mounting. X Detach wiper blade : . X Installing: Push the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until you feel it engage. X Fold the wiper blade into a position par- allel [...]

tion of the tire repair kit in your vehicle before sealing a tire. The tire repair kit can be used to seal punctures of up to approximatel y 0.16 in (4 mm) on the tire tread. The tire repair kit enables you to drive on the sealed tire to the neares t authoriz ed smart center. X You should have the sealed tire replaced at an authoriz ed smart cente [...]

Keep away from open flame, heat source or sparks. Do not smoke. Sealing a tire (Version 1) X Take the tire repair kit from the passenger footwell ( Y page 158). X Open the tire repair kit lid. : Flange lid ; Pressure gauge = Vent screw ? Filler hose with stopper A Operating instructions label B Electrical plug C Electric air pump switch D Sticker E[...]

X Screw the end of filler hose ? onto tire valve G . X Insert electrical plug B into the aux- iliary power outlet ( Y page 114). X Insert the key in the starter switch and turn it to position 1 . i The vehicle’s battery is drained by use of the electric air pump. You should therefore keep the engine running — in the open air — while inflatin [...]

X Place the tire repair kit securely in the vehicle. X Drive off immediately. The tire sealant will distribute itself evenly inside the tire. G WARNING Do not excee d vehicle speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). A tire sealan t repair is not designed to operate at higher speeds. The sticker must be attached on the instru- ment cluster where it will be easily[...]

X Drive to the neare st authori zed smart center, to have the damaged tire replaced. X Contact an authori zed smart center as soon as possibl e to obtain a new filler hose and a new tire sealan t conta iner. X Bring used tire sealant materials to an authorized smart center for proper dis- posal. X Replace your tire sealant container every 4 years. [...]

You may operate the electrical air pump again after it has cooled off. X If a tire inflation pressure of at least 200 kpa (2.0 bar, 29 psi) is not attained, turn off the electric air pump by press- ing OFF on electric air pump switch ? . X Unscrew the end of filler hose ? from tire valve C . X After clearing the area around the vehi- cle of people [...]

placard located on the driver’s door B‑pillar). R To increase the tire inflation pres- sure: Switch on the electric air pump. R To decrease the tire inflation pres- sure: Press deflate button D . Recheck the tire inflation pressure with the electric air pump’s pressure gauge E . X When the tire inflation pressure is cor- rect, unscrew the end[...]

Wheel change Preparing the vehicle X Park the vehicle on a hard, flat surface when possible. X Turn on the hazard warning flasher. X Turn the steering wheel so that the front wheels are in a straight-ahead position. X Engage the parking brake. X Move the gear selector lever to park position P . X Turn off the engine. X Have any passenger exit the v[...]

Steel rim with wheel cover X Vehicles with wheel cover on steel rim: Pull the wheel cover off of the rim. If necessary , use a suitable tool to pry the wheel cover off. X On wheel to be changed, loosen but do not yet remove the wheel bolts (approx- imately one full turn with wheel wrench). Steel rim with wheel trim cap X Vehicles with wheel trim ca[...]

come off. This could cause an accident. Be sure to use the correct wheel bolts. G 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. X Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel hub. ! To avoid paint damage, place whee[...]

If you do not intend to operate your vehicle for an extended period of time, consult an authorized smart center about steps you need to observe. G WARNING Observe all safety instructions and pre- cautions when handling automotive batter- ies. Risk of explosion. Fire, open flames and smoking are prohibited when handling batteries. Avoid creating spa[...]

! Never loosen or detach battery terminal clamps while the engine is running or the key is in the starter switch. Otherwise the alternator and other electronic com- ponents could be severely damaged. Have the battery checked regularly at an authorized smart center. Refer to Maintenance Booklet for main- tenance intervals or contact an author- ized [...]

ment in your vehicle model, the ventila- tion hose is located either on the left or right side of the battery) . X Remove the battery. Charging the battery G WARNING Avoid creating sparks when charging the battery as escaping gases are flammable. Keep open flames away from the battery and do not smoke. Do not touch the battery terminal with metal o[...]

immediately flush affected area with water, and seek medical help if necessary. A battery will also produce hydrogen gas, which is flammable and very explosive. Keep flames or sparks away from battery, avoid improper connection of jumper cables, smoking, etc. Attempting to jump start a frozen battery can result in it exploding, causing per- sonal i[...]

Jump start assistance Your vehicle’s battery is located in the passenger footwell below the footrest ( Y page 198). For jump starting, use the terminals of the battery, keeping the leads connected. X Make sure the two vehicles do not touch. X Switch off all electrical consumers. X Engage the parking brake. X Move the gear selector lever to park p[...]

X Remove the jumper cables from negative terminals = and ? first. X Remove the jumper cables from positive terminals : and ; . You can now switch on the headlamps. X Remount the positive terminal cover. X Have the battery checked at the nearest authorized smart center. Towing About towing This section offers information on towing methods for breakd[...]

eye bolt. Never attach a tow cable, tow rope, or tow rod to the vehicle chassis, frame, or suspension parts. ! Make sure the ignition is switched off while towing the vehicle. Doing other- wise may result in R the ESP ® being activated. Active brak- ing action through the ESP ® may ser- iously damage the brake system which is not covered by the s[...]

X Screw towing eye bolt in clockwise to its stop and tighten with a suitable objec t. G WARNING For safety reasons, recovery or lashing down of the vehicle by means of the towing eye is not allowed. Failure to observe this could result in the towing eye being ripped out of its mounting and people being injured. Towing the vehicle X Engage the parki[...]

result in data loss in the vehicle’s control units. R Not disconn ecting the battery and leaving the key in starter switch posi- tion 1 (ignition on) may result in - the vehicle locking. The vehicle will lock if the wheels are turning at vehicle speeds of approximately 8 mph (14 km/h) or more. - the ESP ® being activated. Active braking action t[...]

Fuse box Front side : - Fuse y - ¥ Backup fuse slots 206 Fuses >> Practical hints.[...]

Rear side ^ - © Fuse Fuse chart No. 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 A Front fog lamps, LED daytime running lamps 10 A Red B Right parking lamp, right tail lamp, license plate lamps 7.5 A Brown C L[...]

No. Accessory/Component Amperage Color F Engine, transmission, shifter 15 A Blue G ESP ® control unit 25 A Neutral H Exterior lamp switch, turn signal lamp 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, [...]

No. Accessory/Component Amperage Color Y Soft top (cabriolet only) 30 A Green Z Transmission control unit, radiator cooling fan 40 A Orange Horn, central locking system 20 A Yellow ^ — — — _ Starter switch (ignition) 50 A Red a ESP ® control unit 40 A Orange © EPS control unit 30 A Green y Exterior rear view mirror heating 7.5 A Brown z B[...]

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>> Technical data. Parts service .................................. 212 Warranty coverage ............................ 212 Engine electronics ........................... 212 Identification labels ....................... 213 Vehicle specification (model pure) ..... 215 Vehicle specification (model pas- sion) ...................................[...]

Parts service The “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle. Genuine smart Parts are subjected to strin- gent quality inspections. Each part has been specifically developed, manufac- tured or selected for and adapted to smart vehicles. Therefore, Genuine smart Parts should be installed. ! The use of non-gen[...]

installation of telephones and radio devi- ces if the work is done professionally and the device is connected to a low-reflection exterior antenna. The transmitting power of the telephone or radio must not exceed the following maxi- mum values. Frequency range (band) Maximum transmit- ting power (Watts) Short wave (<50 MHz) 100 2 m wavelength 50[...]

? Heat warning label (engine compart- ment) A Certification label (driver’s door B‑pillar) B Tire and loading information placard (driver’s door B‑pillar) C VIN (lower edge of windshield) Certification label X Open the driver’s door. : Certification label (on driver’s door B‑pillar) i Data shown on the example certifica- tion label ar[...]

i When ordering parts, please specify vehicle identification and engine num- ber. Vehicle specification (model pure) The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. Contact an authorized smart center for the corresponding data of all special bodies and special equipment. Main dimensions (model pure) Overall vehicle length 106.1 in (2 695 mm) Ov[...]

G WARNING No racks or loads may be secured to the roof of the vehicle, as R the panorama roof* may be damaged, thus injuring persons R this can have a substantial adverse effect on the driving dynamics of the vehicle, thus causing accidents R the rack and/or the load could detach and through this cause an accident or other people could be injured b[...]

center. A placard with the recommended tire inflation pressure is located on the driver’s door B‑pillar. The tire inflation pressure should be checked regularly and should only be adjusted on cold tires. Follow tire man- ufacturer’s maintenance recommenda- tion included with vehicle. Mobility Your vehicle is equipped with a tire repair kit ( [...]

Mixed size tires i In the following tables, the models are represented by codes: R V1: model pure R V2: model passion R V3: model BRABUS Abbreviations used in the following tables: R FA: Front Axle R RA: Rear Axle All-season tires Light alloy rims V1 V2 V3 FA 155/60 R 15 74T M+S 4.5 J x 15 H2 25 Wheel offset: 0.93 in (23.5 mm) # # — RA 175/55 R 1[...]

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. Service fluids and capacities 219 >>[...]

Capacities Components Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. Engine with oil filter All models 3.6 US qt (3.4 l) Approved engine oils Cooling system All models approx. 4.5 US qt (4.3 l) Anticorrosion/Antifreeze meeting specification MB 325.0 Fuel tank All models 8.72 US gal (33.0 l) Premium unleaded gasoline (Minimum Posted Octane 91 [Avg[...]

Engine oil additives ! Do not blen d oil addit ives with engine oil. They may damage the engine. Damage or malfun ctions resulting from blending oil additives are not covered by the smart Limited Warranty. Any authorized smart center will provide you with additional information. Air conditioning refrigerant R134a (HFC) refrigerant and special PAG l[...]

It is an average of both the R esearch O ctane N umber (RON) and the M otor O ctane N umber (MON): (RON+MON)/2. This is also known as the ANTI‑KNOCK INDEX. Unleaded gasoline containing oxygenates such as ethanol, IPA, IBA and TBA can be used provided the ratio of any one of these oxygenates to gasoline does not exceed 10%; MTBE must not exceed 15[...]

Coolants The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion/antifreeze, which pro- vides: R Corrosion protection R Freeze protection R Boiling protection (by increasing the boiling point) The cooling system was filled at the factory with a coolant providing freeze protection to approximately -35 ¦ (-37 ¥ ) and cor- rosion protection. ! Ad[...]

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) 224 Service fluids and capacities >> Technical data.[...]