SMART fortwo 2015, Owner'S Manual, Page: 158 / 228

Problem Possible causes/consequences and
M
Solutions
÷
The yellow esp
®
warn-
ing lamp is lit while
the engine is running.
esp
®
is not available due to a malfunction.
This means that crosswind assist and hill start assist, for exam-
ple, are also unavailable.
Further driving systems could be switched off automatically.
G
WARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
functions listed above.
The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can thus
increase.
The brake lamps may not be functioning and thus no longer working
when braking.
If esp
®
is not operational, esp
®
is unable to stabilise the vehicle.
The danger of skidding and having an accident increases.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-
ing under any circumstances.
X
Secure the vehicle against rolling away ( Y page 107).
X
Vehicles with a colour display: observe the additional display
messages.
X
Check that the brake lamps are working.
If the brake lamps are not working:
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
If the brake lamps are working:
X
Drive on carefully.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
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The yellow distance
warning function warn-
ing lamp comes on
while the vehicle is
moving.
In addition the
\
door warning lamp and
other warning lamps,
e.g.
÷ , light up.
The central vehicle electronics system is malfunctioning.
After the engine is switched off:
R
do not lock/unlock the doors using the remote control function of
the key
R
you can no longer start the engine.
X
Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-
ing under any circumstances.
X
Secure the vehicle against rolling away ( Y page 107).
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
>> On-board computer and displays
.