2008 SMART FORTWO COUPE air condition

Vehicle care
>> Operation
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Frequent washing reduces and/or eliminates
the aggressiveness and potency of the above
adverse influences.
More frequent washings are necessary to deal
with unfavorable conditions:
• near the ocean
• in industrial areas (smoke, exhaust emis

sions)
• during winter operation
You should check your vehicle from time to
time for stone chipping or other damage. Any
damage should be repaired as soon as possi

ble to prevent corrosion.
In doing so, do not neglect the underbody of
the vehicle. A prerequisite for a thorough
check is a washing of the underbody followed
by a thorough inspection. Damaged areas
need to be re
undercoated.Your vehicle has been treated at the factory
with a wax
base rustproofing in the body
cavities which will last for the lifetime of the
vehicle. Post
production treatment is neither
necessary nor recommended by smart
because of the possibility of incompatibility
between materials used in the production
process and others applied later.
We have selected vehicle
care products and
compiled recommendations which are special

ly matched to our vehicles and which always
reflect the latest technology. You can obtain
smart approved vehicle
care products at an
authorized smart center.Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion or
damage due to negligent or incorrect care
cannot always be removed or repaired with
the vehicle
care products recommended
here. In such cases it is best to seek aid at an
authorized smart center.
The following topics deal with the cleaning and
care of your vehicle and give important
“how
to” information as well as references to
smart approved vehicle
care products.

Flat tire
>> Practical hints.
265 Preparing the vehicle
Upon experiencing any type of problem with
the vehicle's tires, switch on the hazard warn

ing flasher, carefully slow down and exit the
roadway in a cautious manner.
>Park the vehicle at a safe distance from
moving traffic on a hard, flat surface when
possible
.
>Set the parking brake.
>Turn the steering wheel so that the front
wheels are in a straight ahead position.
>Move the gear selector lever to park
positionP.
>Turn off the engine.
>Remove the key from the starter switch and
take the key with you.i
Open door only when conditions are safe to
do so.
>Have any passenger exit the vehicle at a
safe distance from the roadway.
Using the tire repair kitThe tire repair kit can be used to seal punc

tures of up to approximately 0.16 in (4 mm) on
the tire tread.
The tire repair kit enables you to drive on the
sealed tire to the nearest authorized smart
center.
>You should have the sealed tire replaced at
an authorized smart center.
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Warning!
Take care not to allow the contents of the
tire sealant to come in contact with hair,
eyes or clothing. The tire sealant is
harmful if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed
through the skin it may causes skin, eye
and respiratory irritation. Wear gloves
while using this product if they are avail

able.
Any contact with eyes or skin should be
flushed immediately with plenty of water.
If clothing comes in contact with the tire
sealant, change clothing as soon as pos

sible.
In case of allergic reaction or rash,
consult a physician immediately.

Flat tire
266
>> Practical hints.
Notes• Small tire punctures, particularly those in
the tread, can be sealed with the tire seal

ant.
• The tire sealant can be used in ambient
temperatures from
4°F (
20°C) to +104°F
(+40°C).
• Do not remove any foreign objects such as
nails or screws that have penetrated the
tire.
• Do not use the tire sealant if the tire has
been damaged by being driven when insuf

ficiently inflated (e.g. bumps, cuts, cracks
etc. on the tire).
• Allow escaped tire sealant to dry, then peel
it off.• Immediately wash all painted surfaces that
came into contact with the tire sealant using
a damp cloth.
• Avoid skin and eye contact with the tire
sealant.
• Do not swallow the tire sealant.
• Allow the tire sealant that is inside the
damaged tire to dry and dispose of together
with the tire.
• Do not use the tire sealant after the expira

tion date has elapsed (see top of container).
Instead, have it replaced at an authorized
smart center.
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Warning!
The tire sealant is a limited repair
device. The tire sealant cannot be used
for cuts or punctures larger than
approximately 0.16 in (4 mm) and tire
damage caused by driving with extremely
low tire inflation pressure, or on a flat
tire, or a damaged wheel.
Do not drive the vehicle under such
circumstances.
If you are unsure of the condition of the
tire or have any question whatsover
about its suitability for driving contact
the nearest smart center for assistance
or call Roadside Assistance.

Fuses
284
>> Practical hints.
Fuse chartNo.
Accessory/Componant
Amperage
Color
1
Engine
25 A
Neutral
2
Windshield wipers
25 A
Neutral
3
Power window, left and right
20 A
Yellow
4
Blower
25 A
Neutral
5
Front fog lamps
10 A
Red
6
Right parking and lamp, instrument lighting, terminal 58R
7.5 A
Brown
7
Parking and lamp, left
7.5 A
Brown
8
Engine
25 A
Neutral
9
Engine
7.5 A
Brown
10
Engine
15 A
Blue
11
ESP
®
25 A
Neutral
12
Switches strip, on
board diagnosis socket, turn signal lamp, transmission
control unit
10 A
Red
13






14
Charge air cooler, air conditioning compressor
15 A
Blue
15
Audio, subwoofer, interior lighting
15 A
Blue
16
Fuel pump
15 A
Blue
17
Rear window wiper (coupé only)
15 A
Blue
18
ESP
®, power steering, air bag, instrument panel
10 A
Red
19
Motor control unit, on
board diagnosis socket, transmission control unit
7.5 A
Brown
20
Air conditioning system, exterior mirror adjustment, washer pump, audio,
seat heating, gear selector lever control unit
10 A
Red

Layout of poly
V
belt
296
>> Technical data. For dimensions of the poly
V
belt, see
"Engine" (

page 297).
All modelsVehicles with air conditioning with climate
control* have two poly
V
belts. The additional
poly
V
belt is shown in black. The standard
poly
V
belt is shown in purple.1
Automatic belt tensioner
2
Generator (alternator)
3
Coolant pump
4
Air conditioning compressor*
5
Crankshaft

Service fluids and capacities
304
>> Technical data.
Components
Model
Capacity
Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc.
Engine with oil filter
All models
approx. 3.5 US qt (3.3 l)
Approved engine oils
Transmission
All models
2.4 US qt (2.3l)
BOT328
Brake system
All models
1.05 US qt (1.0 l)
Brake fluid (DOT 4+)
Cooling system
All models
approx. 4.5 US qt (4.3 l)
Anticorrosion/Antifreeze meeting specification MB 325.0
Fuel tank
All models
8.72 US gal (33.0 l)
Premium unleaded gasoline:
including a reserve of
All models
1.32 US gal (5.0 l)
Minimum Posted Octane 91 (Afvg. of 96 RON/86 MON)
Air conditioning system*
All models
R
134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant oil (never R
12)
Windshield washer system
All models
4.0 US qt (3.8 l)
Windshield washer concentrate
1
1 Use a windshield washer concentrate labeled for summer and water for temperatures above freezing point or a windshield washer concentrate labeled for winter and water for
temperatures below freezing point. Follow suggested mixing ratios (

page 308).

Service fluids and capacities
>> Technical data.
305 Engine oils
Engine oils are specifically tested for their
suitability in our engines and durability for
our service intervals. Therefore, only use
engine oils and oil filters required for vehi

cles with Maintenance System. For a listing of
approved engine oils and oil filters contact an
authorized smart center.!
Using engine oils and oil filters of specifi

cation other than those expressly required
for the Maintenance System, or changing of oil
and oil filter at change intervals longer than
those called for by the Maintenance System
will result in engine or emission control
system damage not covered by the smart
Limited Warranty.
Please follow Maintenance System recommen

dations for scheduled oil changes. Failure to
do so will result in engine or emission control
system damage not covered by the smart
Limited Warranty.
Engine oil additives!
Do not blend oil additives with engine oil.
They may damage the engine.
Damage or malfunctions resulting from
blending oil additives are not covered by the
smart Limited Warranty. Any authorized smart
center will provide you with additional infor

mation.
Air conditioning refrigerantR
134a (HFC) refrigerant and special PAG
lubricating oil are used in the air conditioning
system.!
Never use R
12 (CFC) or mineral
based
lubricating oil. Otherwise damage to the sys

tem will occur.
Brake fluidOnly brake fluid approved by smart is recom

mended. Any authorized smart center will
provide you with additional information.G
Warning!
During vehicle operation, the boiling
point of the brake fluid is continuously
reduced through the absorption of
moisture from the atmosphere. Under
extremely strenuous operating condi

tions, this moisture content can lead to
the formation of bubbles in the system,
thus reducing the system’s efficiency.
Therefore, the brake fluid must be re

placed regularly. Refer to your vehicle’s
Maintenance Booklet for replacement
interval.