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>> Owner's Manual. smart fortwo coupé and smart fortwo cabrio electric drive...
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Symbols Optional equipment Warning Environmental note Possible vehicle damage Action required Continuation symbol (Y page) Page reference...
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The illustrations in this manual show a left-hand-drive vehicle. On right-hand- drive vehicles, the layout of components and controls differs accordingly. smart is constantly updating its vehicles to the state of the art. smart therefore reserves the right to introduce changes in the following areas:...
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Contents Index ..........4 At a glance ........19 Introduction ......... 12 Safety .......... 27 Controls ........47 Operation ........119 Practical advice ......135 Technical data ......181...
Index Audio system navigation/multime- 1, 2, 3 ... dia* ........... 104 12 V socket ........117 Auto-relock function ...... 49 Automatic car wash ....... 132 Automatic door lock auto-relock function ....49 AAS ..........74 drive lock function ....49 ABS ..........
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Index Soft-top system ......134 Vehicle ........129 Daytime driving lights* ....60 Central locking ......49 Defrosting Centre console ......25 Air-conditioning system with Charge level display ....... 95 automatic temperature control ..109 Charging cable Diagnostics connection ..... 14, 183 Connection .......
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Index ECO display ........93 Hazard warning lamps ...... 61 Electric motor Activating after an emergency see Motor ......... 71 braking manoeuvre ....44 Electrical/electronic equipment Head-Thorax-Sidebag* ....32 Retrofitting ......182 Headlamp flasher ......60 Electronic Stability Program Headlamp range control ....63 ®...
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Index Headlamp range control ....63 Instrument ....... 96 Identification plate ...... 183 Interior lighting ...... 63 Immobiliser ......... 44 LED daytime driving lights* ..60 Indicator and warning lamps Main-beam headlamps ....60 Overview ......... 23 Rear foglamp ......62 Tyre pressure monitor ....
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Index From reset menu ......98 Rain/light sensor* From start menu ......98 Light switch ......59 Important safety notes ....90 Windscreen wiper ...... 64 Overview ......... 97 READY indicator ......94 Recuperation ......92 Rear bulbs ........155 Settings menu ......
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Side windows Tyres ........185 Opening (electrically) ....70 Vehicle dimensions ....188 Opening (manually) ....70 Vehicle weights ....... 188 smart Centre Temperature see Qualified specialist workshop Setting (air-conditioning sys- smartmove Assistance ....184 tem with automatic temperature Soft-top system control) ........
General notes posed of in an environmentally-responsi- ble manner. Contact a specialist workshop Environmental note that is qualified to work on smart electric Daimler's declared policy is one of inte- drive vehicles and has the necessary spe- grated environmental protection.
( page 45). The vehicle can smart recommends that you use a smart be heard better as a result. Centre that is qualified to deal with smart electric drive. Always have the following work on your Diagnostics connection...
>> Introduction. out at a specialist workshop that is quali- fied to work on smart electric drive vehi- cles. WARNING If work on electronic equipment and its software is carried out incorrectly, this equipment could stop working. The elec- tronic systems are networked via interfa- ces.
>> Introduction. Correct use mable gas escapes through a vent valve in the vehicle's underbody. The gas can Observe the following information when ignite. There is a risk of injury. using the vehicle: Leave the danger area immediately. Secure all safety information contained in the danger area at a suitable distance, these operating instructions whilst observing legal requirements.
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>> Introduction. The data memory temporarily or perma- help of special diagnostic testers. You can nently stores technical information about: obtain more detailed information, if required. the vehicle's operating state After the fault has been rectified, the events information is cleared in the fault memory faults or is sequentially overwritten.
>> Introduction. Copyright information General notes You can find information on licences for free and open-source software used in your vehicle and its electronic components on the following website: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/ opensource...
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Cockpit ........... 20 Instrument cluster ......22 Centre console ........25 Overhead control panel ...... 26 Door control panel ......26...
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Ignition lock Steering wheel shift pad- dles* Cup holder* Charge level display Stowage box* Power display Windscreen wipers Glove compartment* Horn AUX/USB interface* Door control panel Overhead control panel Door handle Radio* Switch strip On smart fortwo cabrio. * optional...
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Charge level display Radio* Power display Cup holder* Light switch Ignition lock On-board computer Gear lever Steering wheel Coin holder Steering wheel shift pad- Soft-top switch dles* Switch strip Door handle Door control panel On smart fortwo cabrio. * optional...
Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Kilometres Function Page Function Page Speedometer Resets the trip meter Resets the trip computer Right-hand display with Switches between the total warning and indicator distance recorder and lamps trip meter Adjusts the instrument Left-hand display with cluster lighting warning and indicator Adjusts the ambient...
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Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page L Dipped-beam head- ? Coolant tempera- lamps ture Speedometer N High-voltage bat- tery # Left-hand turn sig- nal lamp # 12 V battery ÷ esp ® 6 Airbag ! Right-hand turn 7 Seat belts signal lamp h Tyre pressure mon-...
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Instrument cluster Miles Function Page Function Page Speedometer Resets the trip meter Resets the trip computer Right-hand display with Switches between the total warning and indicator distance recorder and lamps trip meter Adjusts the instrument Left-hand display with cluster lighting warning and indicator Adjusts the ambient lamps...
Centre console Centre console Function Page Function Page Charge level display Switches the hazard warn- ing lamps on/off Power display Primes/deactivates tow- Control panel for air- away protection*/inte- conditioning system rior motion sensor* Radio* Tyre pressure monitor Switches seat heating* Stowage box* on/off Gear lever...
Door control panel Overhead control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page To switch the interior Opens the door lighting on/off Adjusts exterior mirrors Front-passenger front electrically* airbag indicator lamp Adjusts the right-hand Rear-view mirror side power window* Adjusts the left-hand side power window* * optional...
Occupant safety Vehicle equipment is routed across the middle of your shoulder This Owner's Manual describes all mod- is not routed across your neck or under els and all standard and optional equip- your arm ment available to your vehicle at the is tightened across the lap by pulling time of publication of the Owner's Man- upwards on the child's shoulder belt...
Centre for this purpose. do not use rearward-facing child seats if Comply with safety regulations when dis- the front-passenger airbag cannot be posing of belt tensioners.
1.50 m tall or under 12 years of age in suitable child restraint systems. WARNING If you wish to use seat covers, smart rec- ommends that, for safety reasons, you only...
Occupant safety Children in the vehicle use seat covers that have been approved for smart vehicles or seat covers which are If a child is travelling in the vehicle: equally safe. secure the child in a child restraint sys- The seat covers must have a special tear tem suitable to the child's age and seam for head/thorax sidebags.
(e.g. automobile clubs, consumer institutions etc.). Before buying and using a child restraint system, smart recommends that you try the child restraint system in the vehicle first. Comply with the manufacturer's installa- tion instructions.
Due to the forces sary. smart recommends that you use a smart occurring in the event of an accident, Centre for this purpose.
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Occupant safety Before you install an ISOFIX child seat on the front-passenger side, you must engage the belt tongue in the belt buckle page 58). If you start the motor with the front-passenger door closed and the belt tongue is not engaged, the red seat belt warning lamp lights up.
Suitable for certain ISOFIX child restraint systems (CRS). These ISOFIX child restraint systems are in the "semi-universal" category. "smart fortwo" must be included in the manufacturer's vehicle type list. Suitable for forward-facing ISOFIX child seat securing systems that belong to the "universal" category...
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Occupant safety Top Tether belt for the ISOFIX child restraint system Top Tether hook Top Tether anchorage Thread Top Tether belt ? from the passenger compartment into Top Tether guide :. Route Top Tether belt over the head restraint into the luggage compartment. Attach Top Tether hook A to Top Tether anchorage B in the floor of the luggage compartment.
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The automatic child seat recognition is only available in vehicles with the appropriate fittings. The smart fortwo does not have automatic child seat recognition. Therefore, for the use of a rearward-facing child restraint system, the passenger airbag must be manually disa- bled ( page 41).
Occupant safety You can only disable the passenger airbag manually. Enabling and disabling the passenger airbag If you use a rearward-facing child restraint system on the front-passenger seat, you must disable the front-passenger front airbag. WARNING Warning symbol for a rearward-facing child restraint system A child must never be secured on the front- passenger seat in a rearward-facing child...
Driving safety systems Problems with airbag deactivation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR- The passenger airbag has been disabled manually. BAG OFF 4 indica- Do not use the passenger seat, except with a rearward-facing tor lamp is on. child restraint system.
Driving safety systems ® Depress the brake pedal quickly and stabilises the vehicle under brak- with maximum force, even if it is already ing. pulsating. This enables the maximum ® supports you when manoeuvring. braking effect to be achieved. WARNING WARNING If the ÷...
Anti-theft systems Activation of the hazard warning lamps after an emergency braking manoeuvre If you brake sharply from a speed of more than 70 km/h to a standstill, the hazard warning lamps are then activated automat- ically when the vehicle comes to a stand- still.
Acoustic Vehicle Indication* To prime: lock the vehicle using the Acoustic Vehicle Indication* remote control key. Tow-away protection and the interior Vehicles with an electric motor generate motion sensor are primed after approx- much less driving noise than vehicles with imately 25 seconds.
Both doors are unlocked. page 152) or contact a qualified spe- The indicator lamp in the central lock- cialist workshop e.g. a smart Centre. ing button goes out. Never leave the key in the vehicle. You Pull once again on door handle : of the could lock yourself out.
Opening and closing Locking/unlocking the vehicle from the Manual locking and unlocking inside Locking/unlocking the vehicle from the You can centrally lock and unlock the vehi- outside cle from the inside. This feature may be useful if, for example, you wish to unlock Unlocking the vehicle with the key the front-passenger door from the inside Press the # button once.
Opening and closing To deactivate: switch off the ignition. To lock the vehicle: press the * button on the key. Simultaneously press the central unlock- The turn signals flash three times. The ing button on the switch strip and the # vehicle locks audibly.
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Opening and closing Otherwise, occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around the vehicle interior in the event of: sharp braking a change of direction an accident Even when you follow all loading direc- tions, the load increases the risk of injury in the event of an accident.
Seats Make sure that the vehicle is unlocked. Key positions Press the button in recess :. Swing the tailgate down. Swinging up the tail cover (cabrio) You can swing the tail cover up for loading and unloading. Ignition lock To remove the key Ignition (power supply for all consum- ers) and drive position To start the engine...
Centre for this purpose. The seat is part of the safety system in the WARNING same way as, for example, the seat belts and When adjusting the seat position in the airbags.
Seats To adjust: pull handle ; upwards. Adjust the seat. Release adjuster lever ;. The seat adjustment mechanism must engage audibly into position on both sides. Seat height The seat guide is tilted horizontally. When you adjust the seat in the fore-and-aft direction, the seat height is also altered.
Seats Folding up and down Up: hold the front of the armrest and fold it in the direction of arrow :. Down: hold the front of the armrest and fold it in the direction of arrow ;. Adjusting the angle You can adjust the angle of the folded down armrest.
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Seats The seat heating has two heating levels. Function Indicator lamp in the switch All indicator lamps are off Level 1 One indicator lamp is lit Level 2 Two indicator lamps are Make sure that the key is in position 1 in the ignition lock.
Mirrors Problems with the seat heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions When you press the The seat heating is faulty. button for the seat Visit a qualified specialist workshop. heating, the indica- tor lamp lights up briefly then goes off again.
Seat belts The seat belt system consists of: If the battery voltage is too low, the rear window heating and therefore also seat belts the exterior mirror heating may switch integrated belt tensioners and belt off. force limiters To switch on: turn the key to position 1 in In conjunction with the airbags, the seat the ignition lock.
Lights Light switch For reasons of safety, smart recommends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some coun- tries, operation of the headlamps varies due to legal requirements and self- imposed obligations.
Lights Switching off the daytime driving lights Dipped-beam headlamps or main- (vehicles without a rain/light sensor) beam headlamps Switch on side lamps T or dipped- Rear foglamps and dipped-beam beam headlamps L( page 60) or rear headlamps foglamp Q( page 62). The daytime driving lights are switched off.
Lights Turn signals To switch off the main-beam headlamps: pull the combination switch in the direction of arrow ;. The main-beam headlamps go off. The K main-beam indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. To use the headlamp flasher: briefly pull the combination switch in the direction of arrow ;.
Lights When returning to the vehicle Make sure that the key is in position 1 in the ignition lock. Press the # button on the key. Switch on the side lamps. The vehicle is unlocked. To dim the ambient lighting: press right The vehicle's exterior and interior button ;...
Lights Vehicles with a rain/light sensor* Position Load Driver's seat occupied Driver's seat and front- passenger seat occupied Driver's seat and front- passenger seat occupied and maximum load in the boot (50 kg) Driver's seat occupied and maximum load in the boot Make sure that the front foglamps are (50 kg) switched on.
Windscreen wipers Windscreen wipers Switching the windscreen wipers on/off Interior lighting To switch the automatic control on Continuous operation Control lever Automatic control: set the switch to Windscreen wipers off position =. Intermittent wipe The interior lighting switches on when Normal wipe you open a door.
Soft-top system (cabrio only) Notes The soft-top system of the smart cabrio is comprised of: the folding roof the rear soft top Pull the control lever in the direction of arrow :.
Soft-top system (cabrio only) If the rear soft top is lowered, do not distribute a weight in excess of 75 kg on top of it. Make sure that the third brake lamp is not covered. ! Do not sit on the rear soft top when it is lowered.
Soft-top system (cabrio only) Closing ! When the rear soft top is lowered, the side spars could be stolen. Therefore, For safety reasons, the folding roof can remove the side spars and stow them in only be closed using the soft-top switch the luggage compartment or close the inside the vehicle.
Soft-top system (cabrio only) Place the roof bars in the stowage com- partment in the tailgate with the painted side facing downwards, observing sequence : to ?. Fold the stowage compartment cover backwards. Firmly press the marking "PRESS" in the centre of the cover until it engages audi- bly.
Soft-top system (cabrio only) Pull back handle : on the inside of the Push rear end = of the side spar down tailgate. until you hear it engage twice. Fold the lid of the stowage compartment Fit the side spar on the other side cor- forwards in the direction of the arrow.
Side windows Press and hold : on the soft-top switch WARNING until the rear soft top has been raised While closing the side windows, body parts fully. in the closing area could become trapped. Release the soft-top switch. There is a risk of injury. Press and hold : on the soft-top switch When closing make sure that no parts of the until the folding roof is closed.
Driving and parking Make sure that the key is in position 1 in On vehicles equipped with "Acoustic Vehi- the ignition lock. cle Indication"*, a sound generator pro- duces a noise ( page 45). The vehicle can To open: press and hold the upper section be heard better as a result.
Driving and parking Depress the brake pedal. This could cause an accident, possibly Move the gear lever to position R. resulting in injury to you or others. R is shown in the multifunction display. Release the brake pedal. The vehicle starts moving. Depress the accelerator pedal smoothly.
If there is a malfunction in the brake sys- The immobiliser is activated. tem, have it checked at a specialist work- shop that is qualified for smart electric ! Always secure the vehicle using the drive vehicles. smart recommends that you parking brake.
Transmission Steering wheel gearshift paddles* for battery recuperation WARNING The operating condition of the high-volt- age battery (e.g. not yet at normal operat- ing temperature or fully charged) influen- ces the braking effect of the electric motor. In overrun or braking mode, the motor's braking effect may therefore be reduced or Parking lock may not be present at all.
Charging the high-voltage battery Level 2 Sporty driving The brake pedal can be used less, since the deceleration is greater than that in level 1. A significantly higher amount of energy is used than when braking with the brake pedal. Sporty driving with higher Level 3 rates of acceleration.
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Charging the high-voltage battery trical system checked by a qualified spe- for charging the high-voltage battery of cialist workshop. an electric vehicle. Observe the safety notes in the operating WARNING instructions for the socket adapter. In the event of a vehicle fire, the internal DANGER pressure of the high-voltage battery could exceed a critical value.
Discharged battery For safety reasons, only use the charging cable which is supplied with the vehicle The high-voltage electrical system and which is approved by smart for this switches off if the high-voltage battery is vehicle. completely discharged. This protects the battery from exhaustive discharge.
Charging the high-voltage battery Terms of use therefore always ensure that the battery is fully charged or that the charging cable is Observe the following notes: connected when parking the vehicle for an notes on exclusions of the high-voltage extended period of time at low outside tem- battery terms of use in the battery lease peratures.
In this case you will not be able to stow approved by smart for this vehicle. Pay away the roof bars of the soft-top sys- attention to the "Important safety notes"...
Charging the high-voltage battery Indicator lamp : Lights up The connection to the green external mains supply is OK. The high-voltage bat- tery can be charged. Flashes red A fault was found in the external mains supply. The high-voltage battery will start charging again once the current signal reaches Stowage compartment in the tailgate...
Charging the high-voltage battery ! If the charge current is too high, the If charging the vehicle's high-voltage fuse could be tripped or the external battery is taking longer than usual, mains supply could overheat. Check if the check the maximum charge current set- external mains supply is equipped to tings.
Charging the high-voltage battery Connecting a charging cable Right indicator lamp # C on the vehicle socket flashes green. The vehicle must not be moved during charging. You cannot move the gear lever from position P. When the ignition is switched on and the charging cable is connected, the è...
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Charging the high-voltage battery Disconnect the charging cable from the Opens the locking mechanism mains socket. Left indicator lamp Ì Stow the charging cable safely in the Right indicator lamp # vehicle ( page 79). Vehicle socket Switch the ignition off. Shift the gear lever to position P.
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Contact a smart Centre if you have any problems during configuration or if you do not have Charging the battery at a charging sta- Internet access.
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Charging the high-voltage battery page". Contact a smart Centre if you do Right indicator lamp # not have Internet access. Vehicle socket If the charging station provides an Inter- Switch the ignition off. net connection for the connected vehicle, Shift the gear lever to position P.
Charging the high-voltage battery ! Make sure the charging cable has been disconnected from the vehicle socket before starting a journey. The vehicle or charging cable may otherwise be dam- aged when you drive off. When the battery is charged: Unlock the vehicle.
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30 seconds. If the malfunction is still present, contact a smart Centre for assistance. The high-voltage bat- There is a malfunction at the mains socket. tery is not charging...
In order to use the "Vehicle Homepage", you number (VIN) and the vehicle verification will have to accept the terms of use on the code (VVC). Your smart Centre gave you this site. information when you received your vehi- Access to the "Vehicle Homepage" is free- cle.
This function is only available if the doubt, therefore, you should have your vehicle is equipped with a mobile com- smart Centre issue you a new vehicle veri- munications module. fication code (VVC) after you purchase the vehicle. You can use this code to set up You can use the "Vehicle Homepage"...
Please also read and follow the separate Centre for this purpose. In particular, work Powerline adapter operating instruc- relevant to safety or on safety-related sys- tions.
Control wheel necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. smart rec- Press down to select a menu ommends a smart Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on...
On-board computer and displays Gear status indicator erator pedal, the vehicle continues moving and is not decelerated. Use this mode in driving situations where few braking operations are required, e.g. on motorways. Moderate recuperation (level 1) Gear status indicator : displays infor- mation on the gear selected.
On-board computer and displays High recuperation with subsequent sporty Three segments: full power output is acceleration (level 3) available. This function is only available on BRABUS Two segments: a maximum output of 66% is vehicles. available. One segment: a maximum output of 33% is available.
On-board computer and displays You will receive feedback: If the high-voltage battery is being charged and the key is in position 1, the on your driving style when accelerating following is displayed instead of the ECO and coasting display: The ECO value increases if you accel- battery charge status : erate smoothly and measuredly.
On-board computer and displays Charge now within the last 24 hours, the There is a short delay before a change in outside temperature ; is displayed. menu will be activated. Charge status and power display Example: departure time is selected Default departure time Charge now menu...
On-board computer and displays Power display there is insufficient power available from the high-voltage battery WARNING the vehicle's high-voltage electrical The operating condition of the high-volt- system is malfunctioning age battery (e.g. not yet at normal operat- If the drive system has been started, the ing temperature or fully charged) influen- needle of power display ;...
On-board computer and displays Menus and submenus Menu overview Menu Distance ( page 97) page 98) YStart page 98) YReset Charge and depart( page 98) Messages page 101) Settings page 101) Time page 102) Odometer menu In the Distance menu you can view the total distance recorder or trip meter and the remaining distance.
On-board computer and displays Y RESET menu Press the control wheel on the control lever up or down until the distance You can use the menu to view the YRESET appears in the multifunction display. trip computer from reset. To switch between the total distance The values in the trip computer YRESET...
On-board computer and displays Setting the departure time charged, the "Adj. temp. for depart" function is activated. This function then You can use this function to set a departure takes precedence over the charging of time in advance. the high-voltage battery. This is useful when: Activating the set departure time you want to cool or heat the vehicle...
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On-board computer and displays Briefly press the OK button on the control Setting the maximum possible charge cur- lever. rent Press the control wheel on the control WARNING lever up or down until the desired If the charge current draw via a mains minutes have been selected.
On-board computer and displays Press the control wheel on the control service due date appears in the multifunc- lever up or down until the desired amper- tion display: age has been selected. ¯Care service in XXX mi Briefly press the OK button on the control °Main service in XXX mi lever.
On-board computer and displays Press the control wheel on the control Press the control wheel on the control Language lever up or down until the menu lever up or down until the desired unit has been selected. has been selected. Briefly press the OK button on the control Briefly press the OK button on the control lever.
The selected number is set. self and others. Audio/telematics devices* Notes The following pages provide a brief description of the audio, navigation and telecommunications systems available for the smart fortwo coupé and fortwo cabrio. * optional...
Audio/telematics devices* Audio system basic* Audio system basic has the following func- tions: radio (FM/AM) RDS and radio text AUX/USB port ( page 104) ® Indicator lamp for Bluetooth connec- tion Touchscreen Microphone Light sensor EJECT button On/off button/volume/mute On/off button/volume MENU button Display Skip/scroll/station search...
Driving systems You can use cruise control at speeds above Sound system* 30 km/h. The sound system replaces the existing loudspeakers with more powerful loud- speakers, supplemented by additional loudspeakers (including an amplifier in the right-hand side footwell and a passive subwoofer under the driver's seat).
Driving systems Storing and maintaining the current erwise, sudden acceleration could endan- speed ger you and others. You can save the current speed from Press RES/+ button ; and release it. 30 km/h. Cruise control is activated and adjusts Accelerate the vehicle to the desired the vehicle's speed to the last speed speed.
Climate control Press RES/+ button ; or SET/− button = When the air-conditioning system is not on, the air-conditioning system compres- and release it. sor and the fan for cooling the vehicle The new speed is stored. interior are switched on automatically. This cools the high-voltage battery, but not the vehicle interior.
Climate control Overview of functions To increase/reduce the airflow To switch the air-conditioning system with automatic temperature control on/off Rear window heating Air-recirculation mode To increase/reduce the temperature Air distribution To increase or reduce the temperature: Switching climate control on/off slide temperature control A up or down.
Climate control provide virtually draught-free ventila- Setting the air distribution tion. The symbols on the thumbwheel have the following meanings: Centre air vents z Directs the airflow to the wind- screen and side windows O Directs the airflow to the footwell and through the centre and side air vents P Directs the airflow to the centre and...
Loading and stowing The best defrosting result is achieved Activating/deactivating air-recircu- when the windows are cleared of ice com- lation mode pletely using an ice scraper, before start- You can temporarily deactivate the intake ing your journey. of fresh air using the air-conditioning Also use the "Adj.
Loading and stowing holder fits exactly to the contours of the Cup holder* dashboard panelling. WARNING Screw supplied securing screw = into The cup holder is only intended for holding the bore hole in the dashboard panelling closed drinks bottles, cups with lids or and fasten the screw securely.
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Loading and stowing Hold boot cover : in the boot with the Vehicle occupants could be injured by luggage net bag at the front. objects being thrown around in the vehicle in the event of: Insert the boot cover into upper bracket ;...
Loading and stowing Operating Stowage compartments Coin holder To close: grip boot cover : in the mid- dle and pull it back. Example: Coupé Hook boot cover : into left and right Coin holder rear brackets B and release. To open: grip boot cover : in the mid- Stowage compartment in the doors dle, pull it back and unhook it from rear The stowage compartments are in the door...
Loading and stowing Stowage compartments next to the steer- To open: pull handle :. ing wheel To lock: insert the key ( page 48) into the lock and turn it to position 3. To unlock: insert the key into the lock and turn it to position 2.
Features You should therefore make sure that the charging cable is only placed in stowage areas intended for it. Stowage net Drawer To open: open the tailgate. The drawer is located below the radio Pull back handle : on the inside of the tailgate.
Features ! The sun visor cannot be folded sideways to the windows. Roller sunblind* (coupé only) The roller sunblind protects from sunlight entering through the panorama roof* and prevents the interior from heating up. The roller sunblind can be freely adjusted by pushing it into any position.
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Features Make sure that the key is in position 1 in the ignition lock. Press in cigarette lighter :. The cigarette lighter will pop out auto- matically when the heating element is red-hot.
Front compartment Park the vehicle on a flat, level surface. Vehicle equipment Switch the ignition off. This Owner's Manual describes all mod- Apply the parking brake. els and all standard and optional equip- ment available to your vehicle at the Removing time of publication of the Owner's Man- ual.
Front compartment Pull both levers ; out completely in the direction of the arrow. Lift service flap = at the front. First pull service flap = forwards slightly and then upwards to remove it ?. Insert lugs E on the rear of service flap = all the way into two openings F.
Front compartment Let the coolant cool down for at least 30 minutes. Open the service flap ( page 120). Check the reservoir visually. The fluid level must be between MIN and Press lever ; in the radiator trim and MAX. allow it to engage.
! For reasons of safety, smart recom- system if the brakes are subjected to a mends tyres that have been approved by heavy load (e.g. when driving downhill). smart or tyres that offer the same level of...
4 mm immedi- ! Retreaded tyres have not been tested by ately. They are no longer suitable for smart and the fitment of such tyres is not winter use, in particular because they do recommended. Previous damage sus- not provide sufficient grip.
Tyres and wheels advantages can only be gained if the tyres Tyre pressure monitor are fitted corresponding to the direction General notes of rotation. An arrow on the sidewall of the tyre indi- If a tyre pressure monitor system is fitted, cates its correct direction of rotation.
Also observe the notes in the "Tyre pres- use a smart Centre. In particular, work rel- sure" section ( page 125). evant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified special- ist workshop.
For reasons of safety, smart recommends that only the correct wheel bolts approved Winter driving by smart or equivalent wheel bolts are fit- ted. Further information can be obtained at Drive particularly carefully on slippery any qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a roads in winter.
Brake firmly after driving on a wet road. been approved by smart or ones that are This will warm up the brake discs, thereby equally safe. Further information can be...
You can have this conversion carried out at Driving on downhill gradients a specialist workshop that is qualified for Please note the following to ensure that you smart electric drive vehicles, e.g. a smart do not exceed the maximum permissible Centre. speed when driving on downhill gradients:...
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Vehicle care All care products are available from the smartcare range at qualified specialist workshops, e.g. any smart Centre. Notes on care for the soft-top system can be found on ( page 134).
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Care Overview Interior Light soiling Heavy soiling Caution Fabric covers Mild soapy solution Stain remover (test Do not rub hard on an inconspicuous Use a clean, lint- Do not use petro- position before- free cloth leum ether hand) Use a clean, lint- free cloth Plastic parts Damp, clean cloth,...
Care Exterior Normal soiling Heavy soiling Caution Hand-wash/auto- Hand-wash/auto- matic car wash matic car wash Wheels and hub caps Car shampoo con- Car shampoo con- centrate, wheel centrate, wheel cleaner cleaner Soft-top fabric Car shampoo con- Car shampoo con- centrate, soft-top centrate, soft-top cleaner, water- cleaner, water-...
In cases of more substantial damage to Clean the hub cap using car shampoo and paintwork, consult a qualified special- a soft brush or clean the hub cap in the ist workshop, e.g. a smart Centre. car wash. Exterior Repair options...
Only have paintwork repairs carried out ally enter the vehicle interior. at a specialist workshop that is quali- fied for smart electric drive vehicles, e.g. a smart Centre. ! Do not use wash programs with a hot wax treatment under any circumstances.
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Vehicle equipment ......136 Where will I find...? ......136 Display messages ......137 Troubleshooting ......141 Locking/unlocking in an emergency ..151 Replacing the key battery ....151 Replacing bulbs ......152 Replacing the wiper blades ....157 Flat tyres ........158 Battery (vehicle) ......
Where will I find...? Remove the carpet in the passenger foot- Vehicle equipment well ( page 169). This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els and all standard and optional equip- First-aid kit*, reflective safety ment available to your vehicle at the time of publication of the Owner's Man- jacket* and warning triangle* ual.
Always have maintenance work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop which has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required, e.g. a smart Centre. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
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Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The gear lever is not in position N or P. The engine will not start. Shift to N or P to Move the gear lever to N or P. start Make sure that N or P appears in the multifunction display. The driver's door is open and the gear lever is in position R, N or D.
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Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions þ There is a malfunction in the vehicle's high-voltage electri- cal system. The vehicle's high-voltage electrical system may Drive system become damaged if you continue running the engine. Switch engine off In addition, the red þ...
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Ø The front-passenger door is open. A warning tone also sounds. Door ajar Close the front-passenger door. Õ One of the tailgates or the tail cover is open. Close the tailgate or tail cover. Tailgate open Ò...
This specialist workshop has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. smart recommends a smart Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
This also causes lamp and the ® to deactivate. yellow abs Consult a specialist workshop which is qualified for smart warning lamp electric drive vehicles, e.g. a smart Centre, without delay. light up. J The red brake...
Restart the vehicle. If the indicator lamp does not go out: Drive on carefully. Consult a specialist workshop which is qualified for smart electric drive vehicles, e.g. a smart Centre, without delay. ÷ The yellow esp ®...
Consult a specialist workshop which is qualified for smart electric drive vehicles, e.g. a smart Centre, without delay. The green turn A turn signal lamp is faulty.
þ The yellow There may be a malfunction. drive diagnos- Consult a specialist workshop which is qualified for smart tics warning electric drive vehicles, e.g. a smart Centre, without delay. lamp lights up while driving.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions þ The red drive The indicator lamp goes out after three seconds if there are no diagnostics malfunctions in the engine electronics. warning lamp lights up when the ignition is switched on. þ The red drive There may be a malfunction in the drive system, engine or diagnostics high-voltage battery.
N The yellow There may be a malfunction. high-voltage Immediately contact a specialist workshop that is qualified battery warn- to work on smart electric drive vehicles. ing lamp lights Do not tow the vehicle. up while driv- ing. N The yellow The vehicle's high-voltage electrical system is faulty.
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Troubleshooting Transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission sta- The vehicle is not ready to drive. tus indicator in the Move the gear lever to position P or N. multifunction display Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. shows 0.
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( page 151). Have the key checked at a specialist workshop that is quali- fied for smart electric drive vehicles, e.g. a smart Centre. You have lost a key. Order a replacement key at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You hear a warning You have opened the driver's door with the ignition switched on tone. and a gear engaged. Shift the gear lever to position P. Close the driver's door. Switch the ignition off. You hear a warning Risk of injury tone.
Unlock the vehicle manually using the Consult a specialist workshop that is key. qualified to service smart electric drive vehicles, e.g. a smart Centre. Only in certain countries: you can cen- trally lock the vehicle by manually lock- ing the left-hand door with the key.
Replacing bulbs Replace the batteries. Have the remote control batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- shop, e.g. a smart Centre. WARNING Batteries contain poisonous substances. Swallowing/ingesting batteries can result in serious personal injury or death. Always keep batteries away from children.
Replacing bulbs Other bulbs WARNING Bulbs, lamps and plug connectors can become very hot during use. When replacing a bulb, you could burn yourself on these components. There is a risk of injury. Allow these components to cool down before replacing the bulb.
Always have the bulbs for the side turn Remove the lateral cover from the corre- signal lamps replaced at a specialist sponding side of the boot. workshop that is qualified for smart electric drive vehicles, e.g. a smart Fold the insulation forwards if neces- Centre.
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Replacing bulbs To fit, follow the same sequence in reverse. Licence plate lighting Left-hand side bulb holder, right-hand side is a mirror image Brake lamp/tail lamp Turn signals To remove: apply a suitable object to the Retaining lugs left of levering points : on the lamp Reversing light/rear foglamp cluster.
Replacing the wiper blades Windscreen wiper blades To remove: lever out the cover from the passenger side using a flat object :. Remove the key from the ignition lock. Pull the plug from the cover. Fold wiper arm ? away from the wind- Remove the bulb from the bulb holder.
Flat tyres The spraying nozzles are correctly posi- Rear window wiper blade tioned if the stream of water hits the centre of the windscreen or rear window. Flat tyres Notes Your vehicle can be equipped with either a breakdown kit or a TIREFIT kit*( page 136).
Centre. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
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Flat tyres Screw tyre sealant bottle E onto flange Press switch C on the tyre inflation compressor to position I. This pierces the aluminium film. The tyre inflation compressor is switched on. The tyre is inflated. Remove the cap from the valve on the faulty tyre.
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Do not inhale TIREFIT fumes. that you use a smart Centre. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related If TIREFIT leaks out, allow it to dry. It systems must be carried out at a qualified can then be removed like a layer of film.
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First, tyre sealant is pumped into the form the required work. smart recommends tyre. The pressure can briefly rise to that you use a smart Centre. In particular, approximately 500 kPa(5 bar/73 psi). work relevant to safety or on safety-related...
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Centre. In particular, Drive to the nearest workshop and have work relevant to safety or on safety-related the tyre changed there.
Do not unscrew the bolts com- smart or wheel bolts that are equally as safe pletely. are fitted. Further information can be obtained at any qualified specialist work- shop, e.g.
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There is required work. smart recommends that you one located behind each of the front use a smart Centre. In particular, work rel- wheel arches and in front of the rear evant to safety or on safety-related systems wheel arches.
Battery (vehicle) Only use wheel bolts that have been could work loose if they are not tightened to designed for the wheel and the vehicle. a torque of 110 Nm. Other bolts could work loose. WARNING Only use wheel bolts that have been designed for the wheel and the vehicle.
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Otherwise, you could cause a short circuit for a lengthy period. and the battery's highly flammable gas When replacing a battery, only use a battery mixture could ignite. recommended by smart. More details can be...
Dispose of defective batter- ble tool. ies in an environmentally responsible manner. Fold back the carpet. Take them to a smart Centre or a special collection point for old batteries. Removing the battery ! Make sure that: you observe the battery terminal clamp polarity.
! Never charge a frozen battery. Have the battery checked at a specialist workshop that is qualified for smart electric drive vehicles, e.g. a smart Centre. The Remove positive terminal cover ?. housing could be damaged. Unscrew negative terminal =, then unscrew positive terminal.
Jump-starting cialist workshop that is qualified for Avoid creating sparks. Keep naked flames smart electric drive vehicles. away from the battery, and do not smoke. Only replace the battery with a battery Comply with safety precautions and take that has a central gas-venting cover.
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If the drive system does not start, call a breakdown service, e.g. smartmove Assistance or a specialist workshop that is qualified for smart electric drive vehicles, e.g. a smart Centre. It takes some time before the 12 V battery is charged. It may not be possible to start the vehicle again if you switch the drive system off after driving for a short time.
Do no tow (away) display message ! Do not tow any other vehicles with the appears in the instrument cluster. smart electric drive. There is otherwise a risk of damaging the electric drive or a the multifunction display is inopera- high-voltage component.
Recovery Only use the towing eyes to tow the vehi- Remove the carpet in the passenger foot- cle. well ( page 169). The towed vehicle must not be heavier than the towing vehicle. Do not tow the vehicle backwards by the basic carrier*.
Check the fuse allocation chart overview WARNING page 177) to find out which fuse Only use the fuses approved by smart or belongs to the consumer that has failed. fuses that are equally safe and are of the Pull out the appropriate fuse.
Electrical fuses Rear side Fuse ^ - ; Fuse allocation Consumer Current Colour cod- – – – Front windscreen wipers 25 A Natural Power windows 20 A Yellow Blower motor for vehicle interior 25 A Natural Front foglamps, LED daytime driving lights 10 A Right-hand parking lamp, right-hand tail 7.5 A...
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Electrical fuses Consumer Current Colour cod- Engine components, brake system 7.5 A Brown Engine components 15 A Blue ® 25 A Natural control unit Left-hand control lever functions, switch 10 A strip functions, diagnostics connection, mirror heating, anti-theft alarm system, rain/light sensor , additional instruments, central locking, instrument cluster...
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Electrical fuses Consumer Current Colour cod- Rear window heating 40 A Orange 30 A Green Soft top Transmission control unit, fan motor for 40 A Orange front radiator Horn, central locking 20 A Yellow – – – Ignition lock 50 A ®...
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Vehicle equipment ......182 Vehicle electronics ......182 Vehicle identification plates .... 183 Service products and capacities ..184 Tyres and wheels ......185 Vehicle data ........188...
Frequency range Maximum trans- work required. smart recommends that you mission output use a smart Centre for this purpose. In par- (watts) ticular, work relevant to safety or on Short wave (< safety-related systems must be carried out 50 Mhz) at a qualified specialist workshop.
This specialist workshop has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. smart rec- ommends that you use a smart Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist work- shop.
Service products and capacities Labels and plates Vehicle identification plate (example) Country of manufacture Paint code Vehicle manufacturer EU type approval number Vehicle identification number (VIN) Maximum permissible gross vehicle weight Maximum permissible front axle load Example: left-hand-drive vehicle Maximum permissible rear axle load Airbag instruction labels (sun visor) Warning sticker/tyre pressure table Vehicle identification number (VIN)
Centre. Fit only recommended wheels and tyres on your smart fortwo. If other wheels are fitted, smart cannot be held responsible for the negative effects (e.g. increased road noise, increased fuel consumption, reduced road holding) or damage that may occur as a result.
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Tyres and wheels Mixed tyres 55 kW electric drive Front axle Summer tyres 155/60 R15 74 T Winter tyres 155/60 R15 74 T M+S Wheels 4.5 J x 15 H2 ET 23.5 Rear axle Summer tyres 175/55 R15 77 T Winter tyres 175/55 R15 77 T M+S Wheels...
Vehicle data Vehicle data fortwo cabrio 55 kW electric drive Vehicle dimensions WARNING Do not attach carrier bars or loads to the Vehicle length 2695 mm roof of the vehicle, otherwise: (ECE) the panorama roof* could be severely Vehicle width 1752 mm damaged, thereby causing injury.
Vehicle data Vehicle weights Range, electric 145 km only (according to Unladen weight (in 1000 kg NEDC) accordance with EC directive) Charging time at 27, 28 Approx. 7 h 13 A (e.g. household Roof load None power outlet) Maximum luggage 50 kg Charging time at 27, 28...
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Publication details Internet Further information about smart vehicles and about Daimler AG can be found on the following websites: http://www.smart.com http://www.daimler.com Editorial office You are welcome to forward any queries or suggestions you may have regarding this manual to the technical documentation...
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