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  • Page 1 >> Operator's Manual smart fortwo www.smart.com smart - A Daimler brand...
  • Page 2: Symbols

    Symbols Publication details In this Operator's Manual you will find the Internet following symbols: Further information about smart vehicles and WARNING about Daimler AG can be found on the follow- Warning notes make you aware of dangers ing websites: which could pose a threat to your health or http://www.smart.com...
  • Page 3: Let The Fun Begin

    The illustrations in this manual show a left- hand-drive vehicle. On right-hand-drive vehicles, the layout of components and con- trols differs accordingly. smart is constantly updating its vehicles to the state of the art. smart therefore reserves the right to intro- duce changes in the following areas:...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ......... 17 Replacing bulbs ......71 Protection of the environment ... 17 Windshield wipers ......75 Genuine smart parts ......17 Operator's Manual ......18 Climate control ......79 Service and vehicle operation ..18 Overview of climate control systems ... 79 Operating safety ......
  • Page 5 Contents Maintenance and care ....145 Checking service products ....145 Maintenance ........ 149 Care ........... 150 Breakdown assistance ....156 Where will I find...? ...... 156 Flat tire ........156 Battery (vehicle) ......159 Jump-starting ......162 Towing and tow-starting ....165 Fuses ..........
  • Page 6: Index

    Index Anti-lock Braking System 1, 2, 3 ... see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) 12 V socket Anti-skid chains see Sockets see Snow chains Anti-theft alarm system Function ........48 Switching off the alarm ....48 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Switching on/off ....... 48 Display message .......
  • Page 7 Index Battery (vehicle) Carpets ........155 Charging ........ 161 Display ........154 Display message ...... 120 Exhaust pipe ......154 Important safety notes ....159 Exterior lights ......153 Jump starting ......162 Gear or selector lever ....155 Warning and indicator lamps ..133 General notes ......
  • Page 8 Index Controlling automatically ... 80 Cruise control Cooling with air dehumidifica- Activating ......103 tion ........80 Buttons ........103 Defrosting the windows ....82 Calling up the speed last stored .. 104 Defrosting the windshield ... 81 Canceling cruise control ... 104 General notes ......
  • Page 9 Driver's seat Indicator lamp ......129 see Seats Electronic Brake-force Distribu- Driving abroad tion smart service ......150 see EBD (electronic brake force Driving on flooded roads ....102 distribution) Driving safety systems Electronic Traction System ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..49 see ETS (Electronic Traction System) Distance warning function ..
  • Page 10 Index Emergency release Exterior lighting Driver's door ......57 Cleaning ........ 153 Vehicle ........57 Setting options ......68 Emergency Tensioning Devices Exterior mirrors Activation ....... 42 Adjusting (electrically) ....67 Emissions control Adjusting (manually) ....67 Service and warranty informa- Out of position (troubleshoot- tion ........
  • Page 11 Index Problem (malfunction) ....97 Instrument cluster lighting Fuses Adjusting ........ 111 Allocation ......169 Notes ........106 Instrument lighting Before changing ....... 168 Dashboard fuse box ....168 see Instrument cluster lighting Important safety notes ....168 Interior lighting ......70 Fuses Automatic control ......
  • Page 12: Introduction

    Index High-beam headlamps ....69 Message memory (on-board com- Light switch ......68 puter) ......... 110 Low-beam headlamps ....68 Messages Parking lamps ......69 see Display messages Rear fog lamp ......69 Mirrors Setting the brightness of the see Exterior mirrors ambient lighting (on-board see Rear-view mirror computer) .......
  • Page 13: Protection Of The Environment

    Index Seat belt ......... 32 Parking brake ......98 Switching off the engine ..... 98 Parking brake Conditions ....... 38 Faults ........41 Display message ....... 115 Operation ........ 39 Notes/function ......98 System self-test ......40 Warning lamp ......128 Parking lamps Odometer ........
  • Page 14 Index Function/notes ......104 Roof lining and carpets (cleaning Rear window defroster guidelines) ......... 155 Problem (malfunction) ....82 Switching on/off ....... 82 Rear window wiper Safety Replacing the wiper blade ... 77 Child restraint systems ....45 Switching on/off ....... 76 Children in the vehicle ....
  • Page 15 Center console ......139 Opening/closing ....... 60 Problem (malfunction) ....61 Cup holders ......142 Glove box ........ 139 Resetting ........ 60 smart center Important safety information ..138 Stowage space see Qualified specialist workshop SmartKey Stowage compartment in the Changing the battery ....
  • Page 16 Index Vehicle data ......204 DOT, Tire Identification Num- Temperature ber (TIN) ........ 186 Coolant ........109 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Outside temperature ....106 (definition) ......188 Setting (climate control) .... 81 General notes ......193 Setting the display units ... 113 GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) Thorax/pelvisbag ......
  • Page 17 Index Tire size designation, load- Turn signals bearing capacity, speed rating ... 184 Changing bulbs (front) ....72 Tire tread ....... 172 Changing bulbs (rear) ....74 Tire tread (definition) ....189 Switching on/off ....... 69 Total load limit (definition) ..189 Turn signals Traction .........
  • Page 18 Index Vehicle dimensions ...... 204 Mounting a wheel ...... 190 Vehicle emergency locking ....57 Removing a wheel ..... 192 Snow chains ......173 Vehicle identification number Storing ........190 see VIN Tightening torque ....193 Vehicle identification plate ... 198 Wheel size/tire size ....
  • Page 19: Genuine Smart Parts

    Genuine smart parts your personal driving style You can influence both factors. You should Environmental note bear the following in mind:...
  • Page 20: Operator's Manual

    >> Introduction. as well as accessories relevant to safety Service and vehicle operation which have not been approved by smart. This could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant Warranty systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only gen- The smart USA Warranty booklet (USA only) or uine smart parts or parts of equal quality.
  • Page 21: Operating Safety

    Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100. WARNING Maintaining your current address informa- tion with smart will enable us to contact you Flammable material such as leaves, grass or should important new information about the twigs may ignite if they come into contact vehicle, such as recalls, become available.
  • Page 22: Diagnostics Connection

    >> Introduction. for compliance could void the user’s author- electronic equipment carried out at a ity to operate the equipment." qualified specialist workshop. Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle comply with Industry Canada license-exempt If you make any changes to the vehicle elec- RSS standard(s).
  • Page 23: Qr Codes For Rescue Card

    One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645 In Canada Qualified specialist workshop Customer Relations Department A smart center is a qualified specialist 98 Vanderhoof Avenue workshop. It has the necessary specialist Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. knowledge, tools and qualifications to cor- Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 rectly carry out the work required on your vehicle.
  • Page 24 >> Introduction. Vehicle reactions and operating condi- as during air bag deployment or when hitting tions in special driving situations, a road obstacle. The EDR is designed to record including, for instance, deployment of an data related to vehicle dynamics and safety air bag, use of stability control systems systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
  • Page 25: Information On Copyright

    >> Introduction. litigation involving MBUSA or its subsidia- ries and affiliates; or, as required by law. Warning: the EDR is a component of the Restraint System Module. Tampering with, altering, modifying or removing the EDR com- ponent may result in a malfunction of the Restraint System Module and other systems.
  • Page 26: Dashboard

    Turning the forward colli- sion warning on/off Switches the automatic Turning the parking aid on/ locking feature on/off Switches the hazard warn- ing lamps on/off Lights combination switch Overhead control panel Shift paddles smart Audio-System/smart Media-System (see the sep- arate operating instruc- tions)
  • Page 27: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays Function Page Function Page Speedometer Warning and indicator lamps Color display...
  • Page 28: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page USA: ò ABS R Rear fog lamp Canada: ! ABS N Fog lamps ® ÷ ESP K High-beam headlamps í Battery L Low-beam headlamps h Tire pressure monitor 6Restraint system 5 Oil pressure T Parking lamps D Power steering...
  • Page 29: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    System or an audio device from another of the telephone and volume using the manufacturer, the functions may be steering wheel buttons in the control panel restricted or not available at all. on the right = only function with the smart...
  • Page 30: Center Console

    Vehicles with automatic transmission Function Page Function Page Selector lever Cup holder Parking brake Transmission position AUX/USB port and SD mem- display ory card (only with smart Media-System) Sets the driving program Socket (program selector button) Cup holder Drawer Coin holder...
  • Page 31: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page Switches the left-hand Switches the right-hand reading lamp on/off reading lamp on/off Depending on the position PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF/ON of the switch: indicator lamps Interior lighting switched Rear-view mirror Automatic interior light- ing control on Interior lighting switched...
  • Page 32: Door Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door W Opens/closes the side windows Adjusts the exterior mir- rors electrically...
  • Page 33: Safety

    The components of the restraint system work tem to accommodate a person with disabil- in conjunction with each other. They can only ities, contact a smart center for specific deploy their protective function if, at all times, all vehicle occupants: details.
  • Page 34: Lamps

    Occupant safety than a few seconds after the vehicle is star- criteria are met, the front-passenger front ted. The components of the restraint system air bag is deployed. are in operational readiness. PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF lights up: the A malfunction has occurred if the 6 front-passenger front air bag is deactiva- ted.
  • Page 35: Occupant Safety

    WARNING system suitable for this smart vehicle. The If the seat belt is incorrectly fastened, it child restraint system must be appropriate cannot protect as intended. Furthermore,...
  • Page 36: Fastening

    Only use seat belts that have been approved Seat belts are only intended to secure and for your vehicle by smart. restrain vehicle occupants. Always observe the "Loading guidelines" for securing Proper use of the seat belts objects, luggage or loads ( page 138).
  • Page 37: Introduction

    Occupant safety Belt warning for the driver and front passenger The 7 seat belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster is a reminder that all vehicle occupants must wear their seat belts. It may light up continuously or flash. In addi- tion, there may be a warning tone.
  • Page 38: Important Safety Notes

    Occupant safety Important safety notes If a child is traveling in your vehicle, also observe the following notes: WARNING Always secure children under twelve years If you do not sit in the correct seat posi- of age and less than 5 ft (1.50 m) tall in suitable child restraint systems.
  • Page 39: Knee Bag

    You should only use seat covers that have the status of the front-passenger air bag been approved for the corresponding seats page 32). by smart. The front-passenger front air bag will only deploy if: the system, based on the OCS weight sensor...
  • Page 40: Window Curtain Air Bag

    Occupant safety Thorax/pelvis air bags : deploy next to the Occupant Classification System (OCS) outer bolster of the seat backrest. Introduction When deployed, the thorax/pelvis air bags offer additional thorax and pelvis protec- The Occupant Classification System (OCS) tion. categorizes the person in the front- In the event of a side impact, the thorax/ passenger seat.
  • Page 41 Occupant safety How the occupant classification system in the front-passenger seat could then, for (OCS) operates example, come into contact with the vehi- cle's interior, especially if the person is sitting too close to the dashboard. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
  • Page 42: System Self-Test

    If the front-passenger seat, the seat cover or the seat cushion is damaged, have the neces- the front-passenger seat is occupied by a sary repair work carried out at a smart cen- child of up to twelve months old, in a stand- ter.
  • Page 43: Operation

    Occupant safety not light up during the system self-test, the If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator system is malfunctioning. The front- lamp remains lit when it should not, the passenger front air bag might be triggered front-passenger seat may not be used. Do unintentionally or might not be triggered not install a child restraint system on the at all in the event of an accident with high...
  • Page 44: Deployment

    If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp remains lit, the occupied by an adult or front-passenger seat may not be used. a person of a stature Have the OCS checked at a smart center as soon as possible. corresponding to that of an adult. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OCS is malfunctioning.
  • Page 45: Occupant Safety

    Occupant safety tion under: "Restraint system warning their intended protective function. This lamp" ( page 31) poses an increased risk of injury or even the belt tongue has engaged in the belt fatal injury. buckle of the respective seat Therefore, have pyrotechnic Emergency If the restraint system control unit detects a Tensioning Devices which have been trig- more severe accident, further components of...
  • Page 46: Children In The Vehicle

    Children in the vehicle Nor do they provide an indication of air bag Children in the vehicle deployment. Important safety notes The vehicle can be deformed considerably, without an air bag being deployed. This is the If a child younger than 12 years and under 5 ft case if only parts which are relatively easily (1.50 m) in height is traveling in the vehicle: deformed are affected and the rate of decel-...
  • Page 47: Special Seat Belt Retractor

    Children in the vehicle Installing a child restraint system: child restraint system. There is a risk of injury. Always comply with the child restraint sys- tem manufacturer's installation instruc- If you leave the vehicle, taking the child tions. with you, always ensure that the child Pull the seat belt smoothly from the belt restraint system is not exposed to direct loop.
  • Page 48: Top Tether

    Children in the vehicle Securing systems for child restraint systems Make sure that you observe the child include: restraint system manufacturer's installa- the seat belt system tion instructions and the notes on use. the Top Tether anchorages Please ensure, that the base of the child restraint system is always resting com- If you install a child restraint system on pletely on the seat cushion.
  • Page 49: Children In The Vehicle

    Children in the vehicle Top Tether anchorages Child restraint system on the front- passenger seat General notes If you secure a child in a child restraint sys- tem on the front-passenger seat, be sure to observe the instructions and safety notes on the "Occupant Classification System (OCS)"...
  • Page 50: Pets In The Vehicle

    To deactivate: switch on the ignition. When leaving the vehicle, always take the Unlock the vehicle by using the key in the Smart Key with you and lock the vehicle. The emergency lock. engine can be started by anyone with a valid Smart Key that is left inside the vehicle.
  • Page 51: Driving Safety Systems

    For safety reasons, smart recommends that you only use snow chains that have been specially If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the approved for your vehicle by smart, or fine- brake pedal vigorously until the braking link snow chains that are of a corresponding situation is over.
  • Page 52: Distance Warning Function

    Driving safety systems In particular, the detection of obstacles can Forward collision warning be impaired if: General information there is dirt on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors. The distance warning function can help you to snow or heavy rain minimize the risk of a collision with a vehi- cle ahead or reduce the effects of such an interference by other radar sources...
  • Page 53: Characteristics

    Driving safety systems Important safety notes Brake immediately in order to increase the distance from the vehicle in front. WARNING Take evasive action, provided it is safe to ® ® If ESP is malfunctioning, ESP is unable to do so. stabilize the vehicle.
  • Page 54: Crosswind Assist

    Driving safety systems Crosswind Assist General information Strong crosswinds can cause your vehicle to deviate from a straight course. The crosswind driving assistance function integrated into ® significantly reduces these effects. ® intervenes automatically according to the direction and intensity of the crosswinds affecting your vehicle.
  • Page 55: Smartkey

    WARNING passenger's door. This function can be acti- If you attach heavy or large objects to the vated or deactivated in the smart Media-Sys- SmartKey, the SmartKey could be uninten- tem (see the separate operating instruc- tionally turned in the ignition lock. This tions).
  • Page 56: Replacing

    HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm. Insert the new battery with the positive terminal facing upwards. Use a lint-free smart recommends that you have the batteries cloth to do so. changed at a qualified specialist workshop. Make sure that the surface of the battery is...
  • Page 57: Loss

    Unlock the vehicle with the key in the emergency lock page 57) or lock the vehicle with the emergency locking page 57). Have the SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop. You have lost a Smart- Have the SmartKey deactivated at a qualified specialist work- Key. shop.
  • Page 58: Doors

    Doors You can open a door from inside the vehicle Doors even if it has been locked. Important safety notes Pull door handle :. The door unlocks and opens. WARNING If the vehicle has previously been locked with If children are left unsupervised in the the key, opening a door from the inside will vehicle, they could: trigger the anti-theft alarm system.
  • Page 59: Doors

    You can also switch the automatic locking Press and hold the locking button for at function on or off in the smart Media-System; least 5 seconds ( page 56). see the separate operating instructions.
  • Page 60: Cargo Compartment

    Cargo compartment Close the front-passenger door and the WARNING tailgate. If objects, luggage or loads are not secured Press the locking button ( page 56). or not secured sufficiently, they could Check whether the front-passenger door is slip, tip over or be flung around and locked.
  • Page 61: Side Windows

    Side windows Press button :. Side windows The upper tailgate opens slightly. Important safety notes Press and hold the button on the key. WARNING The upper tailgate opens slightly. While closing the side windows, body parts in the closing area could become trapped. Press the button on the left under the There is a risk of injury.
  • Page 62: Opening/Closing

    Side windows To close manually: pull the corresponding Make sure that no body parts are in close button and hold it. proximity during the closing procedure. If Vehicles with convenience control: someone becomes trapped, press the switch To close fully: pull the button beyond the to open the side window again.
  • Page 63: Operating The Roller Sunblind For The Panoramic Roof

    Operating the roller sunblind for the panoramic roof Problems with the side windows WARNING If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
  • Page 64: Correcting The Driver's Seat Position

    Seats Make sure that steering wheel : is adjus- Correcting the driver's seat position ted properly. Adjusting the steering wheel ( page 66) WARNING When adjusting the steering wheel, make You could lose control of your vehicle if you sure that: do the following while driving: you can hold the steering wheel with your adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel...
  • Page 65 Seats clean the seat covers as recommended; WARNING see the "Interior care" section. You could lose control of your vehicle if you do not transport heavy loads on the seats. do the following while driving: Do not place sharp objects on the seat cushions, e.g.
  • Page 66: Folding Down

    Seats Folding down Lift handle = and slide the seat forwards or rearwards. Release lever = again. Make sure that you hear the seat engage in position. Backrest angle Variant 1 Relieve the pressure on the backrest. Turn handwheel : forwards or backwards. Variant 2 Relieve the pressure on the backrest.
  • Page 67: Seat Heating Problem

    Seats Folding back pads to become very hot. The health of per- sons with limited temperature sensitivity WARNING or a limited ability to react to excessively If the seat backrest is not engaged, it may high temperatures may be affected or they fold forwards, e.g.
  • Page 68: Steering Wheel

    Mirrors Steering wheel Important safety notes WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving: adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or mirrors fasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident. Release lever Adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or To adjust the steering wheel height...
  • Page 69: Exterior Mirrors

    Mirrors Adjusting the exterior mirrors electri- Exterior mirrors cally Important safety notes WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving: adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or mirrors fasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident. Adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or mirrors and fasten your seat belt before Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the...
  • Page 70: Exterior Lighting

    General notes Turn combination switch control : until à or $ is at marking ;. For reasons of safety, smart recommends that you drive with the lights switched on even When in the à position the exterior light- during the daytime. In some countries, oper-...
  • Page 71: Fog Lamps

    Exterior lighting Parking lamps If you switch off the engine (only in the à position) or turn off the lights, the To switch on: turn combination switch con- rear foglamps are also switched off. trol : until T is at marking ;. Canada only: the parking lamps are only switched on when the engine is switched off.
  • Page 72: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting Press the combination switch beyond the Headlamps fogged up on the inside pressure point in the direction of Certain climatic and physical conditions arrow :. may cause moisture to form in the headlamp. The K indicator lamp in the instrument This moisture does not affect the function- cluster lights up.
  • Page 73: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs The interior lighting interval timer is If the new bulb still does not light up, consult switched off: a qualified specialist workshop. The daytime driving lights and part of the if a door remains open, the interior light- rear light clusters of your vehicle are equip- ing switches off after 15 minutes without ped with LED light bulbs.
  • Page 74 Replacing bulbs Backup lamp: W 16 W Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W Interior lighting: W 5 W Tail lamps (vehicles with partial LEDs) Changing the front bulbs Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W Important safety notes Backup lamp: W 16 W WARNING The radiator fan may continue to run after the engine has been switched off or start...
  • Page 75: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs Front fog lamps Turn bulb holder : anti-clockwise and remove. Due to their location, have the bulbs in the Remove the bulb out of bulb holder :. front fog lamps changed at a qualified spe- Insert the new bulb into bulb holder :. cialist workshop.
  • Page 76: Brake Lamps

    Replacing bulbs Insert the bulb holder into side turn signal Unclip four bulb holder tabs A and care- lamp ; and turn it a quarter turn clock- fully remove the bulb holder. wise. Remove the corresponding bulb from the Insert side turn signal lamp ;. bulb holder.
  • Page 77: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield wipers damage the windshield wiper blades or Replacing the interior lighting scratch the windshield. For this reason, you should always switch off the windshield wipers in dry weather. Remove lamp lens : with a flat tool, e.g. a screwdriver. Take the bulb to be replaced out of the bulb Combination switch holder.
  • Page 78: Intermittent Wiping

    Switching the rear window wiper on/off falls onto the windshield/rear window, the windshield/rear window may be damaged by the force of the impact. smart recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop. Changing the windshield wiper blades...
  • Page 79 Windshield wipers Press the two release clips ; on mount- Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. ing ? in the direction of arrow = and pull away from the wiper arm. Fold wiper arm : away from the rear win- dow until it engages.
  • Page 80 The wiper motor has been deactivated. Stop the vehicle, paying attention to traffic conditions as you do so and switch off the engine. For safety reasons, you should remove the Smart Key from the ignition lock. Remove the cause of the obstruction.
  • Page 81: Overview Of Climate Control Systems

    Overview of climate control systems tion is only achieved with the side windows Overview of climate control systems closed. General notes When the weather is warm, ventilate the vehicle for a brief period. This will speed Observe the settings recommended on the fol- up the cooling process, and the desired lowing pages.
  • Page 82: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems Optimum use of automatic climate con- Switching cooling with air dehumidi- trol fication on/off Automatic climate control General notes Below, you can find a number of notes and rec- If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehu- ommendations to help you use climate control midification"...
  • Page 83: Defrosting The Windshield

    Operating the climate control systems Automatic control Setting the air distribution Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 2 or Start the engine ( page 86). start the engine ( page 86). Press one or more of the Á, P and To activate: press the Ã...
  • Page 84: Defroster

    Operating the climate control systems Press the à button. Rear window defroster General notes Press the À button. The rear window defroster has a high current draw. You should therefore switch it off as Press the Á, P or O button. soon as the rear window is clear.
  • Page 85: Setting The Air Vents

    Setting the air vents Switching on/off Setting the center air vents Start the engine ( page 86). To activate: press the À button. The indicator lamp above the À button lights up. To deactivate: press the À button. Press the ¬ button. Press the Ã...
  • Page 86: Setting The Air Vents

    Setting the air vents Setting the side air vents To set the direction of the air flow: hold side air vent ; in the middle and turn and/ or tilt it in the desired air flow direction up, down, to the left or to the right. To close the side air vent: hold side air vent ;...
  • Page 87: Breaking-In Notes

    Driving Breaking-in notes Driving Important safety notes Important safety notes In certain driving and driving safety sys- WARNING tems, the sensors adjust automatically while Objects in the driver's footwell can a certain distance is being driven after the restrict the pedal travel or obstruct a vehicle has been delivered or after repairs.
  • Page 88 Driving Starting the engine WARNING If the parking brake has not been fully Important safety notes released when driving, the parking brake can: WARNING overheat and cause a fire If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: lose its hold function. There is a risk of fire and an accident.
  • Page 89: Manual Transmission

    Driving During a cold start, the engine runs at Release the parking brake before driving higher speeds to enable the catalytic con- off. The parking brake can otherwise over- verter to reach its operating temperature. heat, malfunction and wear out quickly. The sound of the engine may change during Accelerate gently when pulling away.
  • Page 90 Driving on vehicles with automatic transmission, the parking brake is applied. the transmission is in position N. ® is malfunctioning Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start.
  • Page 91: Manual Transmission

    Otherwise, you could effect of the engine. This relieves the load damage the transmission. on the brake system and prevents the brakes All vehicles except for smart 66 kw Turbo from overheating and wearing too quickly. Shift to neutral ( page 89).
  • Page 92: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Selector lever Shift one gear up or down according to gearshift recommendation : when shown Park position with parking lock in the multifunction display of the instru- Reverse gear ment cluster. Neutral Further information on the transmission dis- Drive play ( page 108).
  • Page 93: Changing Gear

    Automatic transmission Transmission positions Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N Park position while driving. Otherwise, the This prevents the vehicle from automatic transmission could be rolling away when stopped. damaged. Only shift the transmission into No power is transmitted from the position P ( page 90) when the engine to the drive wheels.
  • Page 94: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Kickdown E (Comfort) Comfortable, economical driving If you want maximum acceleration, use kick- down: S (Dynamic) Dynamic, agile driving Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point. More information on drive programs The automatic transmission shifts to a page 92).
  • Page 95 Automatic transmission If you activate the manual gearshift setting, The short-term setting remains active for a the currently selected gear is shown in the certain length of time. Under certain condi- multifunction display instead of D. tions this minimum time is increased, e.g. in the case of lateral acceleration, during an overrun phase or while driving on steep ter- Long-term setting...
  • Page 96 Automatic transmission Shifting with shift paddles (vehicles with Sports package) Shift one gear up or down according to gearshift recommendation : when shown in the multifunction display of the instru- To shift up: pull shift paddle ;. ment cluster. The automatic transmission shifts up to the Further information on the transmission dis- next gear.
  • Page 97: Refueling

    Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work- gear. shop immediately. The acceleration abil- The transmission is in emergency mode. ity is deteriorating.
  • Page 98: Fuel Filler Flap Opening

    Refueling Take care not to spill any fuel on painted WARNING surfaces. You could otherwise damage the Fuel is poisonous and hazardous to health. paintwork. There is a risk of injury. Use a filter when refueling from a fuel You must make sure that fuel does not come can.
  • Page 99: Parking

    Parking Completely insert the filler neck of the Close the fuel filler flap before locking fuel pump nozzle into the tank, hook in the vehicle. place and refuel. If you are driving with the fuel filler cap Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle open, the 8 reserve fuel warning lamp switches off.
  • Page 100: Parking Brake

    Parking Vehicles with automatic transmission WARNING If you leave children unsupervised in the WARNING vehicle, they could set it in motion by, for The automatic transmission switches to example: neutral position N when you switch off the release the parking brake. engine.
  • Page 101: Driving Tips

    Driving tips If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than In addition, they may operate vehicle six weeks, the vehicle may suffer damage as a equipment and become trapped. There is a result of lack of use. risk of an accident and injury. Visit a qualified specialist workshop and When leaving the vehicle, always take the seek advice.
  • Page 102: Important Safety Notes

    Remove unnecessary loads. smart service requirements. Details can be Warm up the engine at low engine speeds. found in the Maintenance Booklet. Avoid frequent acceleration or braking.
  • Page 103: Driving Tips

    Brake occasionally to remove any possible linings which have not been approved for salt residue. Make sure that you do not smart vehicles or which are not of an equiv- endanger other road users when doing so. alent quality could affect your vehicle's Carefully depress the brake pedal and the operating safety.
  • Page 104: Driving On Flooded Roads

    Driving tips Driving on wet roads DANGER If the exhaust pipe is blocked or adequate Hydroplaning ventilation is not possible, poisonous If water has accumulated to a certain depth on gases such as carbon monoxide (CO) may the road surface, there is a danger of hydro- enter the vehicle.
  • Page 105: Driving Systems

    Driving systems Cruise control buttons Driving systems Cruise control General notes Cruise control maintains a constant road speed for you. Cruise control does not brake the vehicle automatically. Only the engine's braking effect is available. In order to reduce speed and maintain distance to other road users, you need to brake yourself.
  • Page 106: Deactivating

    Driving systems Interrupting cruise control On downhill gradients, only the engine's braking effect is available. You have to When cruise control is switched on, you can operate the brakes yourself to reduce cancel cruise control at any time and call up speed.
  • Page 107 Driving systems Deactivating/activating the parking aid When reverse gear is engaged the system measures the distance between your vehicle and an object. If the proximity to the object behind the vehicle is less than 4.0 ft (1.20 m) a beeping sound is issued. As the distance to the object decreases the frequency increa- ses.
  • Page 108: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation Important safety notes Displays and operation Instrument cluster lighting WARNING Instrument cluster lighting includes illumi- If you operate information systems and nation of the instrument cluster, the addi- communication equipment integrated in tional instruments on the dashboard, the dis- the vehicle while driving, you will be dis- plays and the controls.
  • Page 109: Additional Instruments

    Displays and operation Do not drive in the overrevving range, as Fuel gauge this could damage the engine. Environmental note Avoid driving at high engine speeds. This unnecessarily increases the fuel consump- tion of your vehicle and harms the envi- ronment as a result of increased emissions.
  • Page 110: Menus And Sub Menus

    Menus and sub menus approximately 15 minutes without any fur- Vehicles with manual transmission: ther activity. ¿ Standard display Vehicles with automatic transmission: Turn the key to position 1 in the ignition h Standard display with drive program lock. or = Gear indicator (manual mode) u Vehicles with manual transmission: You can control the display and the settings gearshift recommendation (...
  • Page 111: Distance Recorder

    Menus and sub menus the ignition has been switched off for more Odometer menu than 4 hours. 999 hours have been exceeded. 9,999 miles have been exceeded. from Reset trip computer is automati- cally reset if the value exceeds 9,999 hours or 99,999 miles.
  • Page 112: Message Memory

    Messages and Ser‐ For vehicles with a smart Media-System, vice menu. the time is set using the smart Media-Sys- The display shows the number of display tem. messages in the message memory and the Sets the time and the time format (12/24 h) next service due date.
  • Page 113: Submenu Display

    Time submenu shows the Time submenu. Introduction Display submenu This submenu is not available on vehicles with a smart Media-System. You set the time Introduction using the smart Media-System. In the Display submenu, you can call up the Time submenu offers the following...
  • Page 114 Menus and sub menus Press the 9 or : button on the steer- To set the unit of speed: press the 9 ing wheel to select the Settings menu and or : button to select Unit and press the press a on the steering wheel to con- a button to confirm.
  • Page 115: Setting The Temperature Unit

    Menus and sub menus Setting the temperature unit To set the brightness You can switch the display of the outside tem- You can set the brightness of the ambient perature and the coolant temperature between lighting to different levels. † and ‡. Press the 9 or : button on the steer- Press the 9 or : button on the steer- ing wheel to select the...
  • Page 116: Display Messages

    Display messages Display messages Introduction Display messages with graphic symbols are simplified in the Operator's Manual and may differ from the symbols in the display. The display shows high-priority messages in red. For certain display messages a warning tone also sounds. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual.
  • Page 117: Safety Systems

    Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The restraint system is faulty. WARNING Malfunction Visit Workshop The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be trig- gered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
  • Page 118 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Brake Force Distri‐ In addition, the $ (USA) or J warning lamps light up in the bution Inoperative instrument cluster and a warning tone sounds. Stop See Operator's ® EBD is malfunctioning. This means that ABS, ESP , Crosswind Manual Assist and hill start assist, for example, are also unavailable.
  • Page 119: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ò ABS is malfunctioning. This means that ESP ® , Crosswind Assist and (USA hill start assist, for example, are also unavailable. only) (Canada Other driving systems could be switched off automatically. only) WARNING System Inoperative...
  • Page 120 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Hill Start Assist The ÷ warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Inoperative Hill start assist is malfunctioning. If you release the brake, your vehicle will not be held automatically when pulling away uphill and may roll away immediately.
  • Page 121 The distance warning function is temporarily inoperative. Pos- sible causes are: Distance Warning the smart logo in the radiator trim is dirty. Inoperative function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to electromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio sta- tions or other sources of electromagnetic radiation.
  • Page 122: Display Message

    Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine is running in emergency mode. For example, the fuel injection may be faulty. Reduced Power See Drive on carefully. Operator's Manual Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. In some states, you must immediately visit a qualified spe- cialist workshop as soon as the yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up.
  • Page 123 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant temperature has exceeded 230 ‡ (110 †). The airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the coolant level may be too Stop Switch Off low. Engine WARNING The engine is not being cooled sufficiently and may be damaged.
  • Page 124: Driving Systems

    Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The V symbol in the display footer also flashes for approx- imately 10 seconds and a warning tone sounds. The symbol is then Cruise Control Inop‐ hidden. erative Cruise control is malfunctioning and deactivated automatically. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 125 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is no signal from the tire pressure sensor of one or several wheels, or the wheels fitted do not have suitable tire pressure Tire Pressure Moni‐ sensors. The tire pressure monitor was not restarted after a wheel tor Inoperative change.
  • Page 126: Display Message

    Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The brake lights are not functioning. The actuation or the bulbs/ LEDs are faulty. Brake Lights Inoper‐ WARNING ative Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of vehicle safety. The brake lamps are not functioning and are no longer working when braking.
  • Page 127 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Vehicles with automatic transmission only: N is shown in the middle of the display. To Start Engine: You have tried to start the engine in transmission position N Apply Brake without depressing the brake pedal. Depress the brake pedal.
  • Page 128: Starting The Engine

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Electronics Mal‐ In addition the \ door warning lamp and other warning lamps, function Visit Work‐ e.g. ÷, light up. shop The central vehicle electronics system is malfunctioning. After the engine is switched off: do not lock/unlock the doors using the remote control function of the key you can no longer start the engine.
  • Page 129: Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety Seat belts Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ü The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. An additional warning tone will sound if After starting the the driver's seat belt is not fastened.
  • Page 130: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The restraint system is faulty. The red restraint sys- WARNING tem warning lamp is lit while the engine is The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be trig- running.
  • Page 131: Indicator Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. J (Canada only) WARNING The red brake system The braking effect may be impaired. warning lamp comes on There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 132: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABS is malfunctioning. This means that ESP ® , Crosswind Assist and hill start assist, for example, are also unavailable. The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the Other driving systems could be switched off automatically.
  • Page 133 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® is not available due to a malfunction. ® The yellow ESP warn- Other driving systems could be switched off automatically. ing lamp is lit while WARNING the engine is running.
  • Page 134: Check Engine

    The distance warning function is malfunctioning or temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: The yellow distance warning function warn- the smart logo in the radiator trim is dirty. ing lamp comes on function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. while the vehicle is the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
  • Page 135: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There may be a malfunction, for example: The yellow Check in the engine management Engine warning lamp in the exhaust system lights up while the in the fuel system engine is running.
  • Page 136: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine oil pressure is too low. There is a risk of engine dam- age. The red oil pressure indicator lamp is lit Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying while the engine is attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 137: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The central vehicle electronics system is malfunctioning. You are driving and the After the engine is switched off: yellow tire pressure do not lock/unlock the doors using the remote control function of monitor warning lamp the key (pressure loss/...
  • Page 138 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is no signal from the tire pressure sensor of one or several wheels, or the wheels fitted do not have suitable tire pressure The yellow tire pres- sensors.
  • Page 139: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Vehicle Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The central vehicle electronics system is malfunctioning. The red door warning After the engine is switched off: lamp comes on while the do not lock/unlock the doors using the remote control function of vehicle is moving.
  • Page 140: Stowage Areas

    Stowage areas vehicle identification plate on the B-pil- Stowage areas lar of the driver's door Loading guidelines the load must not protrude above the upper edge of the head restraints WARNING ensure that no items of luggage can enter If objects, luggage or loads are not secured the vehicle interior above or between the front seats or not secured sufficiently, they could...
  • Page 141: Smartkey

    Bottles can be stowed in the doors. Drawer in the center console To open: pull handle :. The glove box can be locked with the Smart- Pull drawer ; by handle : in the direc- Key. tion of the arrow.
  • Page 142 Stowage areas Fitting To close: fold the lid of the stowage com- partment back in the opposite direction to the arrow. Press the cover firmly closed in the middle until it engages audibly. Cargo compartment cover Important safety notes WARNING The trunk cover alone cannot retain or secure any heavy objects, items of luggage If you use the trunk cover under normal cir-...
  • Page 143: Stowage Areas

    Stowage areas Fitting/removing the subwoofer Pull luggage net bag A down slightly and secure with the Velcro fasteners. To fit: insert connector :. To remove, follow the sequence in reverse. Place subwoofer ; on the side trim. Slide subwoofer ; to bracket =. Installing and removing the trunk cover Slide the subwoofer up in the direction of To install: grip trunk cover : in the mid-...
  • Page 144: Features

    Features Disconnect plug :. Ensure that closable stowage spaces are Take out subwoofer :. shut before beginning your journey. Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin- ted, sharp-edged, fragile or large Features objects in the cargo compartment. Cup holders Only use the cup holders for containers of the right size and which have lids.
  • Page 145: Ashtray

    Features Sun visors Overview WARNING If the mirror cover of the vanity mirror is folded up when the vehicle is in motion, you could be blinded by incident light. There is a risk of an accident. Always keep the mirror cover folded down while driving.
  • Page 146: Floormats

    Features Floormat on the driver's side WARNING Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal. The operating and road safety of the vehicle is jeopardized. There is a risk of an accident. Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter the driver's footwell.
  • Page 147: Checking Service Products

    Checking service products Checking service products Engine compartment (rear) Engine compartment cover WARNING The engine compartment cover may become very hot. If you remove the cover to do work on the engine compartment, there is a risk of injury! Allow the engine to cool down and then Remove luggage compartment cover : if remove the engine compartment cover after necessary (...
  • Page 148: Adding

    Checking service products 30 minutes before carrying out the meas- urement Checking the oil level using the oil dip- stick WARNING Certain components in the engine compart- ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts of the exhaust system, can become very hot. Working in the engine compartment poses a risk of injury.
  • Page 149 Checking service products Do not add too much oil. adding too much danger of injury from the wiper arms. There engine oil can result in damage to the is a risk of injury. engine or to the catalytic converter. Have Always switch off the windshield wipers excess engine oil siphoned off.
  • Page 150: Important Safety Notes

    Checking service products First pull both levers ; forwards and then Press service cover = down in the direc- completely out. tion of the arrow. Lift service cover = and pull forwards. Slide both levers ; in and then back. Press lever ;...
  • Page 151: Maintenance

    Screw on cap : tightly. vice intervals (see the separate Maintenance For further information on coolant, see Booklet). page 203). For further information inquire at any smart center or look under Windshield washer system http://www.smartUSA.com (only USA). The service display does not show any WARNING information on the engine oil level.
  • Page 152: Care

    Press the a button on the multifunction Driving abroad steering wheel. An extensive smart service network is also available in other countries. For further Calling up the service display information inquire at any smart center. Switch on the ignition.
  • Page 153: Car Wash

    Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gentle jet of water. Use care products and cleaning agents rec- ommended and approved by smart. Do not point the water jet directly towards the air inlet. Use plenty of water and rinse out the sponge Exterior care frequently.
  • Page 154: Matte Finish

    When water no longer forms beads on the paint surface, use the care product Paint Care, Only use cleaning agents or cleaning which has been approved by smart. This is the cloths which are suitable for plastic light case approximately every three to five lenses.
  • Page 155: Exterior Lights

    There is otherwise a risk of damaging the roof using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning windows. agent, e.g. smart car shampoo, a commer- Clean the water drainage channels of the cially available glass cleaner or cleaning windshield and the rear window at regular cloths.
  • Page 156: Display

    Care cleaning agent, e.g. smart car shampoo or Interior care cleaning cloths. Cleaning the display Cleaning the sensors For cleaning, do not use any of the fol- lowing: If you clean the sensors with a power washer, make sure that you keep a distance alcohol-based thinner or gasoline of at least 11.8 in (30 cm) between the vehi-...
  • Page 157: Carpets

    Make sure that the leather does not ing agents recommended and approved by become soaked. It may otherwise become smart. rough and cracked. Only use leather care agents that have been recommended by smart. You can obtain these from a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 158: Where Will I Find

    In the case of a flat tire, without TIREFIT the vehicle cannot be made roadworthy again using the on-board equipment. If your vehi- cle is equipped with a smart Audio-System, you cannot use it to place an emergency call. You are responsible for equipping the vehi-...
  • Page 159: Flat Tire

    Flat tire WARNING The tire sealant is harmful and causes irri- tation. It must not come into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing or be swallowed. Do not inhale TIREFIT fumes. Keep tire sealant away from children. There is a risk of injury.
  • Page 160 Flat tire If a tire pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) is not exceed the specified maximum speed achieved after a maximum of 15 minutes, see with a tire that has been repaired using "Tire pressure is achieved" ( page 158).
  • Page 161: Battery (Vehicle)

    Battery (vehicle) To increase the tire pressure: switch on the The operating safety of your vehicle may be tire inflation compressor. restricted. You could lose control of the vehicle, for example: when braking in the event of abrupt steering maneuvers and/or when the vehicle's speed is not adapted to the road conditions There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 162 Battery (vehicle) Have the battery checked regularly at a Make sure that the positive terminal of a qualified specialist workshop. connected battery does not come into Observe the service intervals in the Main- contact with vehicle parts. tenance Booklet or contact a qualified spe- Never place metal objects or tools on a cialist workshop for more information.
  • Page 163: Charging

    Battery (vehicle) Keep children away. Observe this Operator's Manual. For safety reasons, smart recommends that you only use batteries which have been tested and approved specifically for your vehicle by smart. These batteries provide increased impact protection to prevent vehicle occu- Open the service cover ( page 147).
  • Page 164: Jump-Starting

    A battery charger specially adapted charging it or jump-starting. for smart vehicles, and tested and approved by smart, is available as an accessory. It per- Only use battery chargers with a maximum mits the charging of the battery in its instal- charging voltage of 14.8 V.
  • Page 165 Jump-starting When jump-starting, make sure that the battery poles with identical polarity are con- nected. It is particularly important to observe the described order when connecting and dis- connecting the jumper cables. Never connect or disconnect the battery terminals while the engine is running. WARNING A discharged battery can freeze at temperatures below freezing point.
  • Page 166 Jump-starting Position number A identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump- starting device. Remove the protective cover from positive terminal :. Connect positive terminal : on your battery to positive terminal ; of donor battery A using the jump lead.
  • Page 167 Towing and tow-starting If in doubt, recover the vehicle with a Towing and tow-starting crane. Important safety notes Drive slowly and smoothly when towing. Excessive tractive power could otherwise WARNING damage the vehicles. Functions relevant to safety are restricted Do not tow with sling-type equipment. or no longer available if: This could damage the vehicle.
  • Page 168: Smartkey

    Towing and tow-starting Installing/removing the towing eye Towing the vehicle with the rear axle raised Installing the towing eye When towing your vehicle with the rear axle raised, it is important that you observe the safety instructions ( page 165). The ignition must be switched off if you are towing the vehicle with the rear axle ®...
  • Page 169: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting Depress and hold the brake pedal. The towing eye can be used to pull the vehicle onto a trailer or transporter for transporting Shift the automatic transmission to posi- purposes. tion N. You can manually release the selector lever lock in the event of an electrical malfunc- tion ( page 95).
  • Page 170: Fuses

    Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open. Only use fuses that have been approved for smart vehicles and which have the correct When closing the cover, make sure that it fuse rating for the system concerned. Oth- is lying correctly on the fuse box.
  • Page 171: Allocation

    Fuses Fuse allocation Consumer Current Color coding Starter motor Brown Power steering control unit Brown Lighting control unit Brown Air bag Brown ‑ ‑ ‑ Instrument cluster 10 A Horn, alarm system 15 A Blue Control unit power supply 10 A Control unit power supply 10 A Central control unit...
  • Page 172 Fuses Consumer Current Color coding Engine control unit Brown Rear window wiper 15 A Blue Starter motor 30 A Green Central locking 40 A Orange Front windshield wiper 30 A Green Radio 20 A Yellow ‑ ‑ ‑ 12 V socket 15 A Blue Power supply control unit...
  • Page 173: Operation

    Regular checking of wheels and tires Accessories that are not approved for your vehicle by smart or that are not being used WARNING correctly can impair driving safety. Damaged tires can cause tire inflation Before purchasing and using non-approved pressure loss.
  • Page 174: Winter Operation

    Indicator : shows which position the bar your vehicle by smart. Do not use any other marking (arrow) for tread wear is integrated valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure mon- into the tire tread.
  • Page 175: Snow Chains

    M+S. snow chains. Only winter tires bearing the i snowflake smart recommends that you only use snow symbol in addition to the M+S marking pro- chains that have been specially approved for vide the best possible grip in wintry road smart.
  • Page 176: Tire Pressure

    Tire pressure snow chains as soon as possible when you Further information on tire pressures can be come to a road that is not snow-covered. obtained at a qualified specialist workshop. Local regulations may restrict the use of snow chains. Observe the appropriate reg- ulations if you wish to mount snow chains.
  • Page 177: Notes

    Tire pressure For more information, contact a qualified specialist workshop. Important notes on tire pressure WARNING If the tire pressure drops repeatedly, the wheel, valve or tire may be damaged. Tire pressure that is too low may result in a tire blow-out.
  • Page 178: Maximum

    Tire pressure and the tire load. If the tire temperature Avoid tire pressures that are too high in all changes by 18 ‡ (10 †), the tire pressure the tires, including the spare wheel. changes by approximately 10 kPa (0.1 bar/ 1.5 psi).
  • Page 179: Important Safety Notes

    Tire pressure Checking tire pressures manually label, you should determine the proper tire pressure for those tires. To determine and set the correct tire pres- sure, proceed as follows: As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure moni- Remove the valve cap of the tire that is to be checked.
  • Page 180: Tire Pressure

    Tire pressure then remaining lit. When the malfunction has or alternate Tires and wheels allow the been rectified, the tire pressure warning TPMS to continue to function properly. lamp goes out after a few minutes of driving. The operation of the tire pressure monitor It is the driver's responsibility to set the can be affected by interference from radio tire pressure to that recommended for cold...
  • Page 181 Loading the vehicle Radio type approval for the tire pressure pressure table on the inside of the fuel filler flap ( page 174). monitor Make sure that the tire pressure is correct on all four wheels. Country Radio type approval number FCC ID: MRXMW2433A On-board computer with a color display FCC ID: MRXGG4...
  • Page 182: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle exceed the maximum load or the maximum Number of seats gross axle weight rating for the front or rear axle. Maximum number of seats : indicates the maximum number of occupants allowed to B-pillar, driver's side travel in the vehicle. This information can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
  • Page 183 Loading the vehicle luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 - 750 vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). the available cargo and luggage load capa- city calculated in step 4. Step 5: Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with...
  • Page 184: All About Wheels And Tires

    All about wheels and tires Step 3 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Permissible load (max- 1500 lbs (680 kg) 1500 lbs (680 kg) 1500 lbs (680 kg) imum gross vehicle Ò750 lbs (340 kg) = Ò540 lbs (245 kg) = Ò150 lbs (68 kg) = weight rating from the 750 lbs (340 kg)
  • Page 185: Temperature

    You should pay special attention to road con- ditions when temperatures are around freez- ing point. smart recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum tire tread depth ( page 172).
  • Page 186: Labeling (Overview)

    All about wheels and tires Tire labeling the tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Overview of tire labeling Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Rim diameter Load bearing index Speed rating Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standard page 187) General: depending on the manufacturer's standards, the size imprinted in the tire wall...
  • Page 187 All about wheels and tires Optionally, tires with a maximum speed of Index Speed rating over 149 mph (240 km/h) may have "ZR" in the size description, depending on the manufac- ZR...(..Y) over 186 mph (300 km/h) turer (e.g. 245/40 ZR 18). over 149 mph (240 km/h) Rim diameter: rim diameter ? is the diam- eter of the bead seat, not the diameter of the...
  • Page 188: Ber (Tin)

    All about wheels and tires Maximum load rating Rubber Association of Canada (RAC) regarding the tire traction on snow. They have been especially developed for driving on snow. An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of 130 mph (210 km/h).
  • Page 189: Characteristics

    All about wheels and tires Definition of terms for tires and loading DOT (Department of Transportation): tire symbol : indicates that the tire complies with the requirements of the U.S. Department Tire ply composition and material used of Transportation. Describes the number of plies or the number Manufacturer identification code: manufac- of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire turer identification code ;...
  • Page 190 All about wheels and tires Load index This is the part of the wheel on which the tire In addition to the load-bearing index, the is mounted. load index may also be imprinted on the side- wall of the tire. This specifies the load- GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) bearing capacity more precisely.
  • Page 191: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Tread Total load limit The part of the tire that comes into contact Nominal load and luggage load plus 68 kg with the road. (150 lbs) multiplied by the number of seats in the vehicle. Bead The tire bead ensures that the tire sits securely on the wheel.
  • Page 192: Preparing The Vehicle

    Preparing the vehicle Make sure that you have the appropriate tire-changing tools. For further informa- tion inquire at any smart center. Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and level ground. Apply the parking brake ( page 98).
  • Page 193: Changing A Wheel

    If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. For further information inquire at any smart center. the jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.
  • Page 194: Mounting A New Wheel

    189). Only use wheel bolts that are designed for the wheel and the vehicle. For safety reasons, smart recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for smart vehicles and the respective wheel. To prevent damage to the paintwork, hold...
  • Page 195 ABS or ESP ® Only use tires and wheels specifically tes- ted and approved by smart. Certain char- acteristics, e.g. handling, vehicle noise Lower the vehicle until it is once again emissions or fuel consumption, may other- standing firmly on the ground.
  • Page 196: Overview

    Exception: it is permissible to fit a dif- retreading process) cannot always be rec- ferent type or make in the event of a flat ognized. As a result, smart cannot guaran- tire. tee vehicle safety if retreaded tires are The following pages contain information fitted.
  • Page 197: Wheel And Tire Combinations

    Wheel and tire combinations Tires smart fortwo coupe 66 kW Turbo All-weather tires R 15 Tires Wheels FA: 165/65 R15 81 T M+S Steel wheels: RA: 185/60 R15 84 T M+S FA: 5.0 J x 15 H2 Wheel offset: 1.25 in (32 mm) RA: 5.5 J x 15 H2...
  • Page 198 Wheel and tire combinations Winter tires R 15 Tires Wheels FA: 165/65 R15 81 T M+Si Steel wheels: FA: 5.0 J x 15 H2 RA: 185/60 R15 84 T M+Si Wheel offset: 1.25 in (32 mm) RA: 5.5 J x 15 H2 Wheel offset: 1.65 in (42 mm) Light-alloy wheels: FA: 5.0 J x 15 CH...
  • Page 199: Information Regarding Technical Data

    The data stated here specifically refers ble output in these wavebands is to a vehicle with standard equipment. Con- required. sult a smart center for the data for all vehi- only approved antenna positions may be cle variants and trim levels. used.
  • Page 200: Identification Plates

    Identification plates The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the base of the antenna must not exceed the following values: Waveband Maximum trans- mission output Tetra 20 W 380 - 410 MHz Mobile communications generation 2G/3G/4G Example: vehicle identification plate (USA The following can be used in the vehicle with- only) out restrictions:...
  • Page 201: Capacities

    Service products and filling capacities Vehicle identification number (VIN) Engine number Engine number (stamped into the crank- Slide the right-hand front seat to its rear- case) most position. Fold up floor covering : in front of the right-hand front seat. You will see VIN ;.
  • Page 202: Important Safety Notes

    Mercedes-Benz. If fuel is swallowed, seek medical assis- Information on tested and approved products tance without delay. Do not induce vom- can be obtained at a smart center. iting. You can recognize service products approved Immediately change out of clothing by Mercedes-Benz by the following inscrip- which has come into contact with fuel.
  • Page 203: Additives

    In this case, in consultation with a To ensure the longevity and full perform- smart center, the gasoline may be mixed with ance of the engine, only premium-grade the cleaning additive recommended by smart.
  • Page 204: Service Products And Filling Capacities

    Consult a smart center to view a list of ation due to, for example, aging or soot and approved engine oils and filters. Or visit the fuel accretion.
  • Page 205: Notes

    -35 ‡ [-37 †]). Otherwise, heat will not be shop or on the Internet at dissipated as effectively. http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. smart recommends an antifreeze/corrosion Have the brake fluid regularly replaced at inhibitor concentrate in accordance with MB a qualified specialist workshop and the Specifications for Operating Fluids 310.1 or...
  • Page 206: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data At temperatures below freezing: The refrigerant instruction label: Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mix- is located at the front on the right on the ture of water and washer fluid, e.g. MB Win- body frame. terFit. indicates having service work carried out The correct mixing ratio can be taken from at a qualified specialist workshop...
  • Page 207 Vehicle data All models Vehicle length 106.1 in (2695 mm) Vehicle width 74.5 in including exterior (1893 mm) mirrors Vehicle width with- 65.4 in out exterior mir- (1663 mm) rors Vehicle height 61.2 in (1555 mm) Wheelbase 73.7 in (1873 mm) Turning radius 22.8 ft (6.95 m)

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