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appears in the multifunction display

(

page 87).

The pointer of the power gauge moves

from "OFF“ to "0“ (

page 81).

Driving

The vehicle has a crawler function. The

vehicle moves forward when the brake

pedal is released.

Depress the brake pedal.

Move the gear selector lever to drive

position D.

appears in the transmission position

indicator.

Release the brake pedal.

The vehicle moves forward.

Depress the accelerator pedal smoothly.

The vehicle accelerates.

Reversing the vehicle

Shift the transmission into reverse

gear R only when the vehicle is stopped

in order to avoid damaging the trans-

mission.
You can drive in reverse gear at a speed

of up to 9 mph (15 km/h).

The vehicle has a crawler function.

Thevehicle moves forward when the

brakepedal is released.

Depress the brake pedal.

Move the gear selector lever to reverse

gear R.

appears in the transmission position

indicator.

Release the brake pedal.

The vehicle moves forward.

Depress the accelerator pedal smoothly.

The vehicle accelerates.

Parking

WARNING

With the drive system inactive, there is no

power assistance for the brake and steering

systems. In this case, it is important to

keep in mind that a considerably higher

degree of effort is necessary to brake and

steer the vehicle. Adapt your driving

accordingly.

WARNING

Vehicle movement can cause serious per-

sonal injury. Therefore, always do the fol-

lowing before exiting and leaving the

vehicle:

Keep right foot on the brake pedal.

Engage the parking brake.

Move the gear selector lever to park

position P.

Slowly release the brake pedal.

When parked on an incline, always turn

the front wheels towards the curb.

Turn the key to starter switch position 0

and remove the key from the starter

switch.

Take the key with you and lock the vehicle

when leaving.

Properly stop and park the vehicle.

Depress the brake pedal.

Engage the parking brake (

page 77).

When the ignition is switched on, the

brake warning lamp

(USA only) or

(Canada only) in the instrument

cluster comes on.

Release the brake pedal.

Parking brake

The parking brake serves to secure the

vehicle against rolling away when it is

stationary or parked.

Driving and parking

Controls.

Summary of Contents for 2014 fortwo

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Page 3: ...ue charac teristics we strongly recommend that you service and maintain the vehicle only at authorized smart service facilities A list of service facilities is available by call ing smart Customer Ass...

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Page 5: ...Index 4 Introduction 13 At a glance 21 Safety 29 Controls 51 Operation 111 Practical hints 159 Technical data 211 Contents 3...

Page 6: ...101 Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure Air pressure tires 144 Air vents 101 Alarm system see Anti theft systems Ambient lighting 67 Anticorrosion antifreeze 219 220 Antiglare Interior rear view...

Page 7: ...ontrol lever 83 Introduction 83 Menus and submenus 89 Messages menu 93 Multifunction display 83 Odometer menu 89 Recuperation display 84 Reset menu 90 Settings menu 93 Start menu 90 Time menu 94 Coola...

Page 8: ...Device 33 Safety guidelines 35 Exterior lamp switch 64 Exterior lighting Overview 180 Exterior rear view mirrors 61 F Flat tire 187 Fluids Capacities 218 Fog lamps 67 180 Front air bags see Air bags F...

Page 9: ...e Inflation pressure see Tires Inflation pressure Inside door handle 54 Instrument cluster 23 25 Illumination 83 Lamps indicator and warning 166 Instrument panel see Instrument cluster Instruments and...

Page 10: ...e identification VIN 215 O Occupant Classification System see OCS Occupant Classifica tion System Occupant distribution 145 Occupant safety Air bags 33 Children and air bags 33 Children in the vehicle...

Page 11: ...lbs 179 Reporting safety defects 18 Restraint systems see Occupant safety Rims 145 216 Roadside Assistance 15 Roof see Soft top system S Safety Driving safety systems 46 Occupant safety 30 Reporting d...

Page 12: ...and weights 215 Identification labels 214 Rims and tires 216 Service fluids and capacities 217 Windshield rear window washer system 218 Temperature Coolant 152 Interior temperature 101 Outside 87 Teth...

Page 13: ...ead tires 145 Tread depth tires 137 146 Treadwear indicators tires 137 146 Turning off the engine 79 Turn signal lamps 180 Turn signals 66 Indicator lamps 172 U Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards...

Page 14: ...Wheels sizes 216 Wheels Tires and 127 Where will I find Tire repair kit 160 Window curtain air bags 38 Windshield Washer fluid 70 218 Wipers 69 Windshield wipers 69 Adjusting washer jet nozzles 187 Ra...

Page 15: ...t in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not cov ered by the smart Limited Warranty Your vehicle may have some or all o...

Page 16: ...directly notified Mercedes Benz USA LLC in writing of the need for its repair 2 the same substantial defect or mal function of a less serious nature than category 1 has been subject to repair four or...

Page 17: ...accessible roadside location as determined by our authorized techni cian and tow service provider For additional information refer to the smart Roadside Assistance Program bro chure USA or the Warrant...

Page 18: ...res wheels for possible damage If the vehicle appears unsafe have it towed to the nearest authorized electric drive smart center or other maintenance or repair facility that is qualified to work on sm...

Page 19: ...voltage battery of the high voltage vehicle electrical sys tem Have the required work carried out by an authorized electric drive smart center smart recommends that you use an author ized electric dri...

Page 20: ...ersonal injury Problems with your vehicle If you should experience a problem with your vehicle particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation we urge you to immediately contact an aut...

Page 21: ...9951 Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle sys tems data This information helps for example to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously i...

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Page 23: ...At a glance Cockpit 22 Instrument cluster miles 23 Instrument cluster kilometers 25 Center console 27 Overhead control panel 28 Door control panel 28...

Page 24: ...F Center console switches 27 G Coin holder 106 Retractable soft top switch1 72 Function Page H Gear selector lever 79 I Starter switch 57 J Auxiliary power outlet 110 K Storage tray 107 L Wiper switc...

Page 25: ...display 24 Adjusting instrument cluster illumination 83 Adjusting ambient light ing 67 Multifunction display 83 Function Page A Center indicator and warning lamp display 24 B Resetting trip odometer 8...

Page 26: ...173 C ABS indicator lamp 167 D Brake warning lamp 167 E Drive diagnostics warning lamp 173 Function Page F Coolant tempera ture warning lamp 172 G N High voltage bat tery warning lamp 171 H 12 volt b...

Page 27: ...amp display 26 Adjusting instrument cluster illumination 83 Adjusting ambient light ing 67 Multifunction display 83 Function Page A Center indicator and warning lamp display 26 B Resetting trip odomet...

Page 28: ...173 C ABS indicator lamp 167 D J Brake warning lamp 167 E Drive diagnostics warning lamp 173 Function Page F Coolant tempera ture warning lamp 172 G N High voltage bat tery warning lamp 171 H 12 volt...

Page 29: ...ching tow away pro tection interior motion sensor on off 49 E Central unlocking switch 53 Function Page F Hazard warning flasher switch 68 G Central locking switch 53 H Switching front fog lamps on of...

Page 30: ...Switching interior light ing on off 68 Interior rear view mirror 61 Door control panel Function Page Inside door handle 54 Adjusting exterior rear view mirrors 61 Opening and closing passenger side w...

Page 31: ...Safety Occupant safety 30 Panic alarm 45 Driving safety systems 46 Anti theft systems 49...

Page 32: ...he restraint system components of the vehicle The restraint systems are RSeat belts Y page 31 RChild restraints Y page 43 Additional protection potential is pro vided by RSupplemental Restraint System...

Page 33: ...lts The use of seat belts and infant and child restraint systems is required by law in all 50 states the District of Columbia the U S territories and all Canadian provinces and territories Even where...

Page 34: ...dents including rollovers The integrated restraint system includes SRS driver front air bag passenger front air bag head thorax air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devices ETDs with seat belt force limi...

Page 35: ...or on safety related sys tems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop Comply with safety regulations when dis posing of Emergency Tensioning Devices These regulations are available at...

Page 36: ...arm injury when the driver s front air bag inflates RAdjust the passenger seat as far as pos sible rearward from the dashboard when the seat is occupied ROccupants especially children should never pla...

Page 37: ...modifications of any kind may be made to any components or wiring of the SRS This includes changing or removing any component or part of the SRS the instal lation of additional trim material badges e...

Page 38: ...longi tudinal direction is detected i The front air bags in this vehicle have been designed to inflate in two stages This allows the air bag to have different rates of inflation that are based on the...

Page 39: ...deployed 2 Always sit as upright as possi ble properly use the seat belts and for all children 12 years old or under use an appropriately sized infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat rec...

Page 40: ...of the child 3 Always wear seat belts properly G WARNING Only use seat covers which have been tested and approved by smart for your vehicle model A seat cover must have a deployment control seam for t...

Page 41: ...ate Rhead thorax air bag cabriolet Rthe window curtain air bag coup Rthe thorax pelvis side air bag coup Rthe seat Emergency Tensioning Devi ces Rthe seat belt force limiter Occupants must sit properl...

Page 42: ...icator lamp is illuminated the passenger front air bag is deactivated and will not be deployed If the 4 0 indicator lamp is not illuminated the passenger front air bag is activated and will be deploye...

Page 43: ...termined Rthat the seat was empty or occupied by the weight up to or less than that of a typical 12 month old child seated in a standard child restraint both instances where the system suppresses depl...

Page 44: ...since it reduces the effectiveness of the Occupant Classification System The bottom of the child seat must make full contact with the passenger seat cushion An incorrectly mounted child seat could cau...

Page 45: ...ies with U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 213 1 and 213 2 A statement by the child restraint manu facturer of compliance with thes...

Page 46: ...ssenger front air bag may or may not be activated G WARNING Infants and small children should never share a seat belt with another occupant During an accident they could be crushed between the occupan...

Page 47: ...properly secured in the locked position If a seat backrest is not properly locked the seat backrest could fold The child seat would no longer be properly supported or positioned to provide its intend...

Page 48: ...as required Antilock Brake System ABS G WARNING Do not pump the brake pedal Use firm steady brake pedal pressure instead Pump ing the brake pedal defeats the purpose of the ABS and significantly reduc...

Page 49: ...aking and steering maneuvers The ESP warning lamp in the instru ment cluster flashes when the ESP is engaged The ESP warning lamp in the instru ment cluster comes on when you switch on the ignition It...

Page 50: ...ful driver can prevent accidents The capabilities of a hydraulic brake assistant equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dan gerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safety or...

Page 51: ...or canceling the alarm see Y page 49 Close the windows and the tailgate before arming the alarm system Make sure there are no moving objects inside the vehicle X Arming Lock the vehicle using the remo...

Page 52: ...f tow away protection and interior motion sensor Switch off the tow away protection and the interior motion sensor when locking the vehicle and Rtransporting the vehicle Rboard e g a ferry or auto tra...

Page 53: ...ts 62 Lighting 64 Windshield wipers 69 Soft top system cabriolet only 70 Side windows 75 Driving and parking 76 Transmission 79 Instrument cluster 81 Control system 83 Audio system 95 Driving systems...

Page 54: ...n the driver s door and the charge socket flap Y page 177 i USA only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause...

Page 55: ...river s nor passenger door is opened To prevent an inadvertent lockout never leave your key lying in the vehicle Drive lock function The vehicle locks automatically when the ignition is switched on an...

Page 56: ...en conditions are safe to do so X Pull on inside door handle With the driver s door open a warning signal sounds if the exterior lamps are switched on and the ignition is switched off Opening the uppe...

Page 57: ...d fingers away from the cargo compartment opening when closing the tailgate s Be especially careful when small children are around X Swivel the lower tailgate upwards to close Allow the two release le...

Page 58: ...t 15 meters Take care that you do not open your vehi cle s retractable soft top inadvertently Opening the tailgate on the cabriolet X Press button on the key twice X Pull the release handle in handle...

Page 59: ...n the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious per sonal injury Starter switch positions Starter switch g For...

Page 60: ...sition should be as far back as possi ble with the driver still able to operate the controls properly RNever place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted Failure...

Page 61: ...ed into place X Check for proper engagement before driving Seat height The seat guide is inclined in the horizon tal plane Seat fore and aft adjustment also alters the seat height Armrest on driver s...

Page 62: ...nts dur ing Rbraking Rvehicle maneuvers Ran accident Seat heating The seat heating allows you to heat the driver s and passenger seat electrically The seat heating has two levels The indicator lamps o...

Page 63: ...ing Exterior rear view mirror heating After switching on the rear window defroster the exterior rear view mirrors will be heated automatically This pre vents icing up the exterior rear view mir rors a...

Page 64: ...vehicle A child s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and or the child is not properly secured in the child re...

Page 65: ...seats always follow the child seat man ufacturer s instructions RCheck your seat belt during travel to make sure it is properly positioned RMake sure the seat belt is always fitted snugly Take special...

Page 66: ...You can switch on and off the parking lamps with the exterior lamp switch using the manual headlamp mode X Switching on Turn the exterior lamp switch to position T The parking lamps come on The follow...

Page 67: ...ng lamp mode In USA the daytime running lamp mode can be deactivated In Canada the daytime running lamp mode is mandatory and therefore in a constant mode Depending on the vehicle equipment your vehic...

Page 68: ...mp K in the instrument cluster goes out X High beam flasher Pull the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow Turn signals Turn signals right Turn signals left X Switching on Push the combinat...

Page 69: ...im ambient lighting Press button on the instrument cluster repeatedly until the desired setting is reached The current setting is stored i When adjusting the ambient lighting the illumination level fo...

Page 70: ...h the key It goes out Rimmediately after switching off the ignition with all doors closed Rafter 30 seconds if the doors are not opened Rafter 15 seconds if all doors are closed Rafter 10 minutes if a...

Page 71: ...of precipitation Vehicles with rain light sensor When you select intermittent wiping the sensor is activated The sensor automatically sets a suitable wiping interval depending on the wetness of the s...

Page 72: ...the rear window is clean X Release the wiper switch The rear window wiper will wipe three more times Intermittent wiping is still activated X Deactivating intermittent wiping Pull the wiper switch bac...

Page 73: ...retractable soft top if there is the possibility of anyone being harmed by the opening or closing proce dure G WARNING The retractable soft top is made out of fab ric In the event of an accident the...

Page 74: ...t top using the retractable soft top switch inside the vehicle X Make sure the key is in starter switch position 1 X Press symbol on the retractable soft top switch until the retractable soft top is c...

Page 75: ...completely X Release retractable soft top switch i If you release the retractable soft top switch while driving before the rear soft top has closed completely the rear soft top will fold down again Re...

Page 76: ...G Always close the storage compartment cover properly when storing the side rails Oth erwise occupants could be injured by the side rails moving about during Rbraking Rvehicle maneuvers Ran accident X...

Page 77: ...e the driver s and passenger door X Open the side windows if desired Make sure the storage compartment cover is closed before closing the tail gate Otherwise the tailgate could jam Side windows Openin...

Page 78: ...l have sufficient clearance During sudden acceleration or braking maneuvers the objects could get caught between or beneath the pedals and restrict your ability to brake or accelerate This could lead...

Page 79: ...ehicle accelerates Parking G WARNING With the drive system inactive there is no power assistance for the brake and steering systems In this case it is important to keep in mind that a considerably hig...

Page 80: ...to park position P When parked on an incline always turn the front wheels towards the curb G WARNING When leaving the vehicle always remove the key from the starter switch take it with you and lock t...

Page 81: ...r degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle X Depress the brake pedal X Move the gear selector lever to park position P The transmission position indicator should be on P P Always e...

Page 82: ...el recuperation level 2 The amount of recuperation in overrun mode is displayed in the power gauge Y page 81 The set mode for recuperation is shown in the recuperation display Y page 84 When you switc...

Page 83: ...sufficient pressure to the accel erator pedal to drive off On uphill grades with higher inclination the hill start assist system will release the pressure in the brake system after approximately two...

Page 84: ...ent and injure yourself or others Compensate for the reduced engine braking effect by pressing the brake pedal accord ingly as required Do not hang any objects on the power gauge This could cause the...

Page 85: ...r should select features and change settings in the control system only vehicle at a standstill or when traffic and road conditions permit it to be done safely Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30...

Page 86: ...tor lever to position P When leaving the vehicle apply the parking brake to secure the vehicle from rolling away X Contact an authorized electric drive smart center 0 X Move the gear selector lever to...

Page 87: ...or example on cross country rides High recuperation level 2 Symbol for high recuperation High recuperation occurs when this mode is set When you release the accelerator pedal the vehicle is deeply bra...

Page 88: ...Feedback is provided by Ryour driving style when accelerating and coasting If you accelerate evenly and moder ately the ECO value increases If you accelerate hard the ECO value decreases Anticipatory...

Page 89: ...t Charge menu X To change the setting press and hold the control switch on the control lever up or down until the desired mode is selected in the multifunction display Y page 83 Additional information...

Page 90: ...ay be icy An additional freeze warning i e an ice crystal symbol in the multifunction display flashes After 60 seconds the freeze warning stops flashing but contin ues to be displayed When the outside...

Page 91: ...Y page 90 A Messages Messages menu Y page 93 B Settings Settings menu Y page 93 C Time Time menu Y page 94 Odometer menu The Odometer Odometer menu shows you either the main odometer and the trip odo...

Page 92: ...he ignition has been switched off for more than 4 hours Rafter driving more than 9999 miles or kilometers Reset menu The YRESET RESET menu menu shows you the trip statistics since the last reset Avera...

Page 93: ...ximum charge level which can be reached is then shown i If the high voltage battery is not suf ficiently charged and the Air condi tioning before start function is acti vated the high voltage battery...

Page 94: ...art function is not available Setting the maximum charge current G WARNING When connected to a power supply socket a high electrical load during the charging process can lead to overheating of the ext...

Page 95: ...XXX mi Main Service in XXX mi R Main Service in XX Days Main Service in XX Days X To confirm Press the OK button on the control lever briefly The mesage is stored When the due date for the maintenance...

Page 96: ...ever briefly X Press the control switch on the control lever Y page 83 up or down until the desired unit is selected X Press the OK button on the control lever briefly to confirm The selected unit is...

Page 97: ...r to avoid distraction which could lead to an accident the driver should enter system settings with the vehicle at a stand still and operate the system only when road and traffic conditions permit Alw...

Page 98: ...t Data System RBDS RAUX and USB socket RBluetooth hands free device RNavigation RAudio operation from CD DVD or SD Card via AUX USB iPod or Bluetooth Audio RVideo operation from CD DVD or SD Card via...

Page 99: ...the driver during vehi cle operation The cruise control cannot take road traffic and weather conditions into account The driver is and must always remain responsible for the vehicle s speed and for sa...

Page 100: ...ruise control may not be able to maintain the set speed Once the grade eases the set speed will be resumed On downhill grades the cruise control can only maintain the set speed using the drive systems...

Page 101: ...idifying the air Nearly all dust particles pollutants are filtered out by an integrated particle fil ter before outside air enters the passenger compartment through the air distribution system It also...

Page 102: ...ched on i In warmer weather ventilate the passenger compartment for a short period of time before utilizing the air conditioning Further information on the Air condition ing before start function can...

Page 103: ...ably starting at 70 21 X Increasing or decreasing Push temper ature control A up or down Adjusting air vents G WARNING When operating the heating or air condi tioning with climate control the air that...

Page 104: ...he left right up or down X Opening Turn slider inwards towards the center console X Closing Turn slider fully outwards towards the side window Adjusting air distribution Symbol Function z Directs air...

Page 105: ...dow defroster is auto matically deactivated after approximately 10 minutes of operation X Make sure the key is in starter switch position 1 X Switching on Press rear window defroster switch The indica...

Page 106: ...et bag Do not transport heavy sharp edged or fragile objects in the parcel net bag The parcel net bag cannot sufficiently secure loads in an accident Vehicle occupants could be injured by objects bein...

Page 107: ...r blind engages X Pull parcel net bag A down slightly and secure with the hook and loop fastener X Remove in reverse order Controls X Closing Take hold of cargo compartment cover blind in the middle a...

Page 108: ...at Objects stored under the driver s seat can slide forward into driver s foot well during braking and get caught between or beneath the pedals This could restrict your ability to brake or accelerate...

Page 109: ...in board sides of the seat backrests i Vehicles equipped with an armrest on the driver s seat have a parcel net on the passenger seat only i Each parcel net is intended for light weight items of below...

Page 110: ...to prevent stored objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occu pants during Rbraking Rvehicle maneuvers Ran accident G WARNING No racks or loads may be secured to the roof of the vehicle...

Page 111: ...edge of the head restraints RMake sure no luggage cargo items can get above or next to the driver s and or passenger seat into the passenger com partment RMake sure luggage cargo is properly secured R...

Page 112: ...er outlet for example extensive connecting and disconnecting or using plugs that do not fit properly can damage the auxiliary power outlet The auxiliary power outlet is located in the lower center con...

Page 113: ...Operation High voltage battery 112 Front compartment 123 Tires and wheels 127 Winter driving 146 Driving instructions 147 Driving abroad 153 Vehicle care 153...

Page 114: ...is stored in the high voltage battery when driving off and when accelerating When rolling kinetic energy is converted into electrical energy by energy recovery and stored in the high voltage battery T...

Page 115: ...on and range The available energy of the high voltage battery is reduced by Rlow outside temperatures Rswitching on electrical consumers At low temperatures and after being parked for an extended peri...

Page 116: ...after this is triggered Make sure that these devices do function after reactivating the security system Charging cable and connecter warming Observe the safety notes on Y page 112 Charging cable and c...

Page 117: ...drive system is under high voltage Only use the charging cable that is sup plied with the vehicle or a wallbox charg ing cable Only use these charging cables to charge the vehicle Do not extend a char...

Page 118: ...n indicator lamps and light up it means the following Indicator lamp lights up green The connection to the external power supply is OK The high voltage bat tery can be charged flashes red A malfunctio...

Page 119: ...The drive system and battery cooling systems may switch on audibly during the charging process depending on the tem perature Removing the charging cable The battery is charged completely when the indi...

Page 120: ...lability of electricity and costs This information is processed by the vehi cle and is used for an optimum charging of the high voltage battery Y page 123 The energy costs are automatically calculated...

Page 121: ...e the charging cable has been disconnected before driving off The vehicle or charging cable may otherwise be damaged When the battery is charged X Disconnect the charging cable plug from the charge so...

Page 122: ...cable plug from the vehicle power socket Online access to the vehicle General G WARNING Observe the legal regulations of the coun try in which you are currently located when using the Vehicle Homepag...

Page 123: ...hicle Notes on data protection Please note that the Vehicle Homepage allows access to your personal data For this reason keep your vehicle verification code VVC and your user data in a secure place an...

Page 124: ...with the aid of the power line technology The vehicle supports powerline communi cation according to the HomePlug AV standard Data is transmitted via phase L1 and the neutral conductor of the power li...

Page 125: ...ly Depending on the departure time which is set the charging process of the high voltage battery may not be started immediately or may be inter rupted during the process Front compartment Service flap...

Page 126: ...rd in direction of the arrows X Pull both levers fully towards the out side in the direction of the arrows X Lift the front of service flap X First pull service flap forward slightly and then remove i...

Page 127: ...nings F X Push service flap down in direction of arrow G X First push both levers inward and then to the rear X Press both levers into the radiator grille until they engage Coolant G WARNING The cooli...

Page 128: ...must be between the markings MAX and MIN X If necessary add coolant Adding coolant X Cover pressure cap with a rag X Slowly turn pressure cap approx imately turn counterclockwise to release any excess...

Page 129: ...nce Booklet for replacement interval The brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir may be too low if the brake warn ing lamp in the instrument cluster comes on Y page 23 although the parking brak...

Page 130: ...s and the vehicle underbody for possible damage If the vehicle or tires appear unsafe have the vehicle towed to the nearest authorized electric drive smart center or tire dealer for repairs G WARNING...

Page 131: ...cold reading This is normal Do not let air out to match the specified cold tire inflation pressure Otherwise the tire will be underinflated Follow recommended cold tire inflation pressures listed on...

Page 132: ...tion pres sures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or unevenly adversely affect handling and energy con sumption of the vehicle and are more likely to fail from being o...

Page 133: ...and avoiding abrupt steering maneuvers G WARNING Each tire should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire and Loading I...

Page 134: ...could void the user s authority to operate the equipment i Canada only This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions RThis device may not ca...

Page 135: ...otholes etc i For illustration purposes only Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration This is the maximum permissible tire inflation pressur...

Page 136: ...ta are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in the following illus tration Refer to Tire and Loading Infor mation placard on vehicle for actual data specific to your vehicle The Tire...

Page 137: ...of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXXX amount equals 540 lbs and there will be one 150 lbs passenger in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 390...

Page 138: ...ound on the driver s door B pillar see Technical data Y page 214 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR means The total weight of the vehicle all occu pants and all cargo must never exceed the GVWR Gross Ax...

Page 139: ...splits in the tread or side of the tire Replace the tire if you find any of the above conditions Life of tire G WARNING Tires should be replaced after 6 years regardless of the remaining tread The ser...

Page 140: ...vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration Quality grades can be found where appli cable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear Tr...

Page 141: ...eet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of perform ance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Rotating tires G WARNING...

Page 142: ...receding the size designa tion Light Truck tire based on U S design standards Letter T preceding the size designation Temporary spare tires which are high pres sure compact spares designed for tempo r...

Page 143: ...ly resulting in an accident and or personal injury and possible death for you and for others Regardless of the tire speed rating local speed limits should be obeyed Use prudent driving speeds appropri...

Page 144: ...quirements of the Rubber Manufacturers Association RMA and the Rubber Association of Canada RAC and have been designed specifically for use in snow conditions Load identification i For illustration pu...

Page 145: ...mation on retreaded tires Y page 127 Tire size Code indicates the tire size Tire type code Tire type code may at the option of the manufacturer be used as a descriptive code for identifying significan...

Page 146: ...Depart ment of Transportation GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle weight The gross vehicle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR for the front and rear axle...

Page 147: ...portion of a tire between the tread and the bead TIN Tire Identification Number Unique identifier which facilitates efforts by tire manufacturers to notify purchasers in recall situations or other saf...

Page 148: ...e replaced They are no longer suitable for winter opera tion Always use winter tires at temperatures below 45 7 and whenever wintry road conditions prevail Not all M S rated tires provide special wint...

Page 149: ...being injured by the vehi cles behind you G WARNING The vehicle s handling changes when driv ing with snow chains on any kind of road surface This means that you should always adapt your driving styl...

Page 150: ...center Only install brake pads and use brake fluid recommended by smart Inclines G WARNING Resting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive and premature wear of the brake pads It can also r...

Page 151: ...y To avoid this risk you should Rbrake carefully every now and then on salted roads in order to remove any layer of salt on the brake disc and brake pad but do so without endangering any other road us...

Page 152: ...u do not allow your tires to wear down to that level As tread depth approaches 1 8 in 3 mm the adhesion properties on a wet road are sharply reduced Depending upon the weather and or road surface cond...

Page 153: ...tire s sidewall see Tire size designation load and speed rating Y page 140 If you are uncertain about the correct read ing of the information given on a tire s sidewall any authorized electric drive s...

Page 154: ...ph approximately 50 km h your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet approx imately 14 m every second Telephones and two way radios G WARNING Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built...

Page 155: ...le care Care tips Regular and proper care will help to main tain the value of your vehicle The best way to protect your vehicle from harmful envi ronmental influences is to wash it and use protective...

Page 156: ...om patibility between materials used in the production process and others applied later We have selected vehicle care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles...

Page 157: ...ean color fast cloth Clean cloth with lukewarm water leather care prod uct Leather care prod uct Windows Damp clean cloth microfiber cloth glass cleaner Microfiber cloth glass cleaner To avoid damage...

Page 158: ...y X Rinse with plenty of water X Treat the cleaned surface with hard wax Vehicle washing In the winter thoroughly remove all traces of road salt as soon as possible When washing the vehicle underbody...

Page 159: ...rk the vehicle e g in a garage or under a tree Rthe season Rweather and environmental influences Rectifying paintwork damage You can use a touch up paint pen to repair minimal stone chip damage and sc...

Page 160: ...p cleaner X Dry clean the vehicle first X Wash the soft top off using a soft brush or sponge and plenty of lukewarm water X Then rinse thoroughly with clear water i If you have the vehicle cleaned in...

Page 161: ...0 Display messages 161 What to do if 166 Unlocking locking manually 177 Replacing transmitter battery 178 Replacing bulbs 179 Replacing wiper blades 185 Flat tire 187 Wheel change 195 Batteries 197 Ju...

Page 162: ...ctric air pump with filler hose RSticker ROperating instructions label on the inside of the tire repair kit lid i The tire sealant container is located below the tire repair kit G WARNING The tire rep...

Page 163: ...rking brake engaged In addition the USA only J Canada only warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up and a warning signal sounds X Release the parking brake USA only J Canada only Brake System...

Page 164: ...Charge HV Battery Charge HV Battery Immediately Immediately The charge level of the high voltage battery is below 5 In addition a warning signal sounds X Charge the high voltage battery Y page 112 N...

Page 165: ...lty In addition the N warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up X It is recommended to have the vehicle transported by a qualified specialist workshop Do not tow the vehicle on its own wheels C...

Page 166: ...harging cable from both sockets and reinsert it If afterwards the message is still displayed X Contact an authorized electric drive smart center Display messages Possible causes consequences and M M S...

Page 167: ...system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of incom patible replacement or alternate tire...

Page 168: ...cluster General information If any of the following lamps in the instru ment cluster fails to come on during the bulb self check when switching on igni tion Y page 57 have the respective bulb checked...

Page 169: ...ty and extending the braking distance When the ABS is switched off due to a malfunction the ESP is also switched off The basic driving and braking functions are still available The risk of your vehicl...

Page 170: ...t telltale always comes on and remains lit for 6 seconds after starting the drive system X Fasten your seat belts 7 The seat belt telltale illu minates con stantly An additional warning chime sounds f...

Page 171: ...ch on the ignition or does not go out again after a few seconds once the drive system is running or comes on again the sup plemental restraint systems are malfunctioning In the event that a malfunctio...

Page 172: ...t available or not operational due to a system failure Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and the non operating status of the ESP i It may be possible to clear a system fai...

Page 173: ...re may be a malfunction in the high voltage system Contact an authorized electric drive smart center immediately and have the high voltage system checked K The high beam headlamp indi cator lamp does...

Page 174: ...f the turn signals is malfunctioning X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 180 or X Have the turn signal checked at an authorized electric drive smart center as soon as possible Drive system P...

Page 175: ...braking maneuvers Observe the traffic situation around you X Check and correct tire inflation pressure as required Y page 129 If the tire inflation pressure in the respective tire s has have been corr...

Page 176: ...PMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined wi...

Page 177: ...h old child in a standard child restraint or less on the passenger seat There is a malfunction in the system X Have the system checked at an authorized electric drive smart center G WARNING If the 4 0...

Page 178: ...hen opening the driver s door You have opened the driver s door while the exterior lighting is still switched on X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position A warning signal sounds The door is opened...

Page 179: ...s door and the charge socket flap by unlocking the driver s door using the key The lock cyl inder is fitted with a cap X Press button on the key i For replacing the transmitter battery Y page 178 X Re...

Page 180: ...ck the vehicle using the remote control X Replace the transmitter battery or X Have the transmitter battery replaced at an authorized electric drive smart center G WARNING Batteries contain poisonous...

Page 181: ...fore changing a bulb Otherwise you could be burned if you touch them Keep bulbs out of the reach of children Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas A bulb can explode if you Rtouch or move it when hot...

Page 182: ...am headlamp H7 55 W High beam headlamp H7 55 W Parking and side marker lamp WY 5 W Turn signal lamp 2357 A Front fog lamp Type Front fog lamp H 11 Side turn signal lamp Type Side turn signal lamp WY 5...

Page 183: ...mp tail lamp turn signal lamp side marker lamp 12 V 21 5 W Reflector Backup lamp 12 V 21 W License plate lamps Type License plate lamps C 5 W High mounted brake lamp Type High mounted brake lamp W 16...

Page 184: ...headlamp hous ing X Installing Insert the new bulb into the headlamp housing X Fold the retainer spring forward X Bend the retainer spring end forward then up and back to clip in X Attach the electric...

Page 185: ...ng and turn the bulb socket clockwise X Fit the side turn signal lamp housing onto the fender X Press gently onto the side turn signal lamp housing The side turn signal lamp housing must audibly engag...

Page 186: ...r into the tail lamp housing X Press gently onto the bulb carrier Let retaining tab engage X Fold the damping material backward if necessary X Reinstall the side cover in the cargo compartment High mo...

Page 187: ...press gently on the right The lamp lens must audibly engage Replacing wiper blades About replacing wiper blades G WARNING For safety reasons switch off the wipers and remove the key from the starter...

Page 188: ...per arm away from the wind shield until it snaps into place X Press on retaining springs on both sides of wiper blade X Fold wiper blade away from wiper arm in direction of arrow X Detach wiper blade...

Page 189: ...own and exit the roadway in a cautious manner X Park the vehicle at a safe distance from moving traffic on a hard flat surface when possible X Make sure the tire valve of the damaged tire is located b...

Page 190: ...the tire RAllow escaped tire sealant to dry then peel it off RImmediately wash all painted surfaces that came into contact with the tire seal ant using a damp cloth RAvoid skin and eye contact with th...

Page 191: ...tire repair kit X Attach sticker D where it will be easily seen by the driver on the instrument cluster X Unwind electrical plug B and filler hose X Unscrew flange lid X Unscrew the lid of tire seala...

Page 192: ...Pa 1 8 bar 26 psi is not attained turn off the electric air pump by press ing 0 on electric air pump switch C X Unscrew the end of filler hose from tire valve G X After clearing the area around the ve...

Page 193: ...RTo decrease the tire inflation pres sure Open vent screw Recheck the tire inflation pressure with the elec tric air pump s pressure gauge X After checking the tire inflation pres sure unscrew the en...

Page 194: ...ure cap A X With the O ring seals towards the elec tric air pump housing insert yellow clo sure cap A into fixture X Push tire sealant container into fix ture until both hooks of yellow closure cap A...

Page 195: ...r switch to position 0 X Unscrew the end of filler hose from tire valve C X Place the tire repair kit securely in the vehicle X Drive off immediately The tire sealant will distribute itself evenly ins...

Page 196: ...likely to fail from being overheated Do not overinflate tires Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort wear unevenly increase stopping distance and result in sudden deflation...

Page 197: ...the jack is solid level and not slippery If necessary use a large underlay On slippery surfaces such as tiled floors you should use a non slip underlay for example a rubber mat Do not use wooden bloc...

Page 198: ...Contact an authorized electric drive smart center or call Roadside Assistance Incorrect wheel bolts or improperly tight ened wheel bolts can cause the wheel to come off This could cause an accident Be...

Page 199: ...need to have the 12 volt battery charge checked more fre quently When replacing the battery always use bat teries approved by smart For information contact an authorized electric drive smart center If...

Page 200: ...m is running or the key is in the starter switch Never loosen or detach battery terminal clamps while the drive system is running or the key is in the starter switch Oth erwise electronic components c...

Page 201: ...isconnect the battery in the order described below Otherwise the vehicle s electronics can be damaged X Disconnect the battery negative lead from negative terminal Make sure the negative lead does not...

Page 202: ...Connect the battery positive lead and fasten cover Y page 199 X Connect battery negative lead Y page 199 i After battery power e g due to recon nection was interrupted you will have to set the clock Y...

Page 203: ...nly jump start from batteries with the same voltage rating 12 V Jump starting with a more powerful battery could dam age the vehicle s electrical system Such damage will not be covered by the smart Li...

Page 204: ...ery of another vehicle or an equivalent starter pack Never invert the terminal connections X Connect positive terminal of charged battery A with positive terminal of your vehicle s battery B with a ju...

Page 205: ...r appropri ate wheel lift dolly equipment Always have your vehicle transported Rwhen the N warning lamp for the high voltage system lights up in the instru ment cluster Rwhen the Do not tow away Do no...

Page 206: ...ng instructions RDo not tow with sling type equipment attached to suspension parts This may cause damage to the supports if towing on a bumpy road RTowing the vehicle should only be done using the pro...

Page 207: ...es The electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to switch off malfunctioning power cir cuits If a fuse is blown the components and sys tems secured by that fuse will stop operat ing G WARNING Only use f...

Page 208: ...fuse box is located on the driver s side below the dashboard X From the fuse chart Y page 208 deter mine which fuse belongs to the malfunc tioning accessory or component X Remove the respective fuse X...

Page 209: ...Fuse box Front side Fuse y Backup fuse slots Fuses 207 Practical hints Z...

Page 210: ...nd right 20 A Yellow Passenger compartment blower 25 A Neutral A Front fog lamps LED daytime running lamps 10 A Red B Right parking lamp right tail lamp license plate lamps 7 5 A Brown C Left parking...

Page 211: ...I J K Safety circuit high voltage battery 15 A Blue L M Rear window wiper coup only 15 A Blue N ESP control unit EPS control unit restraint systems 10 A Red O Electric drive components engine control...

Page 212: ...control unit 30 A Green y Exterior rear view mirror heating 7 5 A Brown z Brake lamps 7 5 A Brown Tire pressure monitor control unit 7 5 A Brown Coolant pump electric drive components HV interior PTC...

Page 213: ...cal data Parts service 212 Warranty coverage 212 Drive system and high voltage system electronics 212 Identification labels 214 Vehicle specification 215 Rims and tires 216 Service fluids and capaciti...

Page 214: ...aws Lemon Laws USA only Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the smart Parts and Accessories warranties copies of which are available at any authorized electric drive smart center Loss of...

Page 215: ...danger the operating safety of the vehicle and thus your own safety if Rthere is no external antenna Rthe external antenna is not low reflec tion Rthe external antenna is incorrectly installed Excessi...

Page 216: ...tion placard driver s door B pillar C VIN lower edge of windshield Certification label X Open the driver s door Certification label on driver s door B pillar i Data shown on the example certifica tion...

Page 217: ...ipment Main dimensions Overall vehicle length 107 4 in 2727 mm Overall vehicle width11 69 0 in 1752 mm Overall vehicle height 62 1 in 1555 mm Wheelbase 73 5 in 1867 mm Turning circle 28 7 ft 8 75 m We...

Page 218: ...m to come into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts Damage to the tires or the vehicle may be the result i Further information on tires and rims is available at any authorized electric drive sm...

Page 219: ...d their respective lubricants must match Therefore only use products tested and approved by smart Please contact an authorized electric drive smart center for products tested and approved by smart G W...

Page 220: ...ive smart center will provide you with addi tional information Windshield rear window washer system During all seasons X Use a windshield washer concentrate labeled for summer and water for tem peratu...

Page 221: ...rrosion Antifreeze solu tion or other smart approved products of equal specification are used to renew the coolant concentration or bring it back up to the proper level For information on other smart...

Page 222: ...e Therefore the following product is strongly recommended for use in your vehi cle MB 325 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze agent Before the start of the winter season or once a year in hot southern regions...

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