2010 SMART FORTWO COUPE fuel

FunctionPage0046Selecting display for
status indicator
87
Setting digital clock860047Left indicator lamp
display with:0065Low‑beam
headlamp indicator
lamp
63,
155
0063High‑beam
headlamp indicator
lamp
65,
155
0077Combination low
tire pressure/TPMS
malfunction
telltale*
158
0082Seat belt telltale1510081SRS indicator lamp151008A0026Left turn signal
indicator lamp65,
15500880067ESP ®
warning lamp15300860024Right turn signal
indicator lamp65,
1550087Speedometer006ERight indicator lamp
display with:0052EPS* warning lamp15300BBEngine malfunction
indicator lamp
157
0031ABS indicator lamp149004DBrake warning lamp150006FAdjusting instrument
cluster illumination
89
Setting digital clock86FunctionPage0070Right center indicator
lamp display with:00B5Engine oil pressure
indicator lamp
157
00AECoolant
temperature
warning lamp
156
0071Multifunction display840072Left center indicator
lamp display with:003FBattery indicator
lamp
154
00ACFuel cap indicator
lamp
156
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Opening and closing
Key
Key with remote control
00460038 Lock button00470035 Opening the retractable soft top 8
/
unlocking the upper tailgate 9008A0034
Unlock button
The remote control centrally locks and
unlocks:
R the driver’s door
R the fuel filler flap
R the passenger door
R the upper tailgate
GWarning!
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
key from the starter switch, take it with
you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave
children unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. It is
possible for children to open a locked door
from the inside, which could result in an
accident and/or serious personal injury.
! To prevent possible malfunction, avoid
exposing the remote control to high
levels of electromagnetic radiation.
! If you can no longer lock or unlock the
vehicle with the remote control, the
batteries in the remote control are
discharged, or the remote control is
malfunctioning.
R Check the batteries in the remote
control and replace them if necessary.
R If you do not have a spare transmitter
battery at hand, use the key to open the
driver’s door and the fuel filler flap.
If the remote control is malfunctioning,
contact an authorized smart center.
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 harmful interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modification to this
device 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:
1. This device may not cause interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Any unauthorized modification to this
device could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
! The remote control has an operating
range of approximately 50 ft (15 meters).8 cabriolet only.
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This can fluctuate greatly as a
consequence of local conditions
(reflective or absorbing objects) and
interference emitted by other radio
transmission systems. Similarly, the
operating range fluctuates in line with
the direction from which the remote
control is activated.
To prevent theft, however, it is advisable
to only unlock the vehicle when you are
in close proximity to it.
Locking and unlocking from the
outside
XSelective unlocking: Press button 0034 on
the key once.
All turn signal lamps flash once.
The anti-theft warning system* is
disarmed.
The driver’s door and the fuel filler flap
are unlocked.XGlobal unlocking: Press button 0034 on the
key twice.
All turn signal lamps flash once again.
The passenger door and the tailgate are
unlocked in addition to the driver’s door
and the fuel filler flap.XGlobal locking: Press button 0038 on the
key.
With the doors, the tailgate(s), and the
fuel filler flap closed the turn signal
lamps flash three times.
The anti-theft warning system* is armed.
The indicator lamp on the central
locking switch flashes ( Y page 52).
The interior and exterior 10
lamps come
on and then go out again after 12 seconds.Automatic locking
Auto-relock function
The vehicle will lock again automatically
within approximately 60 seconds of
unlocking with the key if neither the
driver’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 and the wheels are
turning at vehicle speeds of approximately
8 mph (14 km/h) or more. The drive lock
function is enabled at the factory.
XSwitching on: Switch off the ignition.XPress the central locking switch
( Y page 52) and button 0038 on the key
simultaneously.
An acoustic signal sounds.
The drive lock function is switched on.XSwitching off: Switch off the ignition.XPress the central unlocking switch
( Y page 52) and button 0034 on the key
simultaneously.
An acoustic signal sounds.
The drive lock function is switched off.
Locking and unlocking from the inside
GWarning!
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
key from the starter switch, take it with
you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave
children unattended in 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
personal injury.
You can lock and unlock the vehicle from
inside using the central locking or
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XRestart the engine
Three bars instead of P appear in the
multifunction display.XWait at least 30 seconds.
The transmission is taught in.
When teaching-in was successful:
P appears in the multifunction display
again and normal transmission operating
is restored.
XContinue to drive.
After an unsuccessful teaching-in:
Three bars instead of P appear in the
multifunction display.
XDo not continue to drive.XTurn off the engine.XEngage the parking brake when leaving
the vehicle.XContact Roadside Assistance or an
authorized smart center.
Instrument cluster
Multifunction display
The following displays and indicators
appear in the multifunction display:
Multifunction display (U.S. vehicles)
0046Main odometer display, or when active,
days or distance to next maintenance
service0047Transmission position indicator008ADigital clock0088Outside temperature display0086Fuel level display0087Status indicator with:• Trip odometer display• Reserve fuel indicator006ESymbol for type of maintenance service
Multifunction display (Canada vehicles)
0046Main odometer display, or when active,
days or distance to next maintenance
service0047Transmission position indicator008ADigital clock0088Outside temperature display0086Freeze warning0087Fuel level display006EStatus indicator with:• Trip odometer display• Reserve fuel indicator006FSymbol for type of maintenance serviceGWarning!
No messages will be displayed if either the
instrument cluster or the multifunction
display is inoperative.
As a result, you will not be able to see
information about your driving
conditions, such as speed, outside
temperature, or warning/indicator lamps.
Driving characteristics may be impaired.
If you must continue to drive, please do so
with added caution. Visit an authorized
smart center as soon as possible.
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Indicated temperatures just above the
freezing point do not guarantee that the
road surface is free of ice. The road may
still be icy, especially in wooded areas or
on bridges. Your vehicle could start to skid
if you do not adjust your driving style
accordingly.
Therefore, always adjust your driving style
to the prevailing road and weather
conditions.
Freeze warning (Canada vehicles only)
When the outside temperature falls below
3 ¥ , the multifunction display makes you
aware of the fact that the road may 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
continues to be displayed. When the
outside temperature rises above 3 ¥, the
freeze warning goes out.
Fuel level display
Example illustration (U.S. vehicles)
The fuel level display shows the tank’s fuel
level with the aid of eight segments. The
number of dark segments indicates the fuel
level in the tank. If all eight segments are
dark, the tank is full.
You are driving on reserve fuel if there are
no more than 1.0 US gal (3.78 l) of fuel in the
tank.
If this occurs,
R the fuel pump symbol in the fuel level
display flashes
R the reserve fuel indicator shows the fuel
level in the tank in 0.1 US gal (0.5 l)
increments
For selecting the reserve fuel indicator to
be displayed in the status indicator, see
“Reserve fuel indicator” ( Y page 88).
Selecting display for status indicator
You can select the information to be
displayed in the status indicator:
R Trip odometer display ( Y page 88)
R Maintenance service interval display
( Y page 88)
R Reserve fuel indicator ( Y page 88)
0046Selecting display for status indicator,
setting the clock, activating
maintenance service interval display0047Setting the clock, adjusting instrument
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Trip odometer display
Example illustration (U.S. vehicles)
XSelecting trip odometer display: Press
left button 0046 (Y page 87) repeatedly
until the trip odometer display appears
in the status indicator.XResetting trip odometer display: Press
and hold left button 0046 (Y page 87) until
the value is set to 0.
Maintenance service interval display
Example illustration (U.S. vehicles)
i Canada vehicles: The maintenance
service interval display shows km
instead of miles.
The maintenance service interval display
will notify you approximately one month
before the next maintenance service is
due.
The following information will be
displayed after starting the engine:
R Days or distance to next maintenance
service
This information will be displayed
instead of the main odometer display.
The main odometer display will reappear
after approximately ten seconds
( Y page 85).
R Type of service that is due
This information will be displayed in
the status indicator.XStart the engine.XSelecting maintenance service interval
display: Press left button 0046 (Y page 87)
repeatedly until the maintenance
service interval display appears in the
status indicator.
Depending on the type of maintenance
service that is due, symbol ¬ or } is
displayed.XClearing maintenance service interval
display: Press left button 0046 (Y page 87)
once.
The maintenance service interval
display is cleared.XActivating maintenance service
interval display: Press left button 0046
( Y page 87) twice in quick succession.
Reserve fuel indicator
Example illustration (U.S. vehicles)
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The reserve fuel indicator is only
displayed when driving on reserve fuel.XSelecting reserve fuel indicator: Press
left button 0046 (Y page 87) repeatedly
until the reserve fuel indicator appears
in the status indicator.
Auxiliary instruments*
0046Tachometer0047Cockpit clock
Tachometer*
The tachometer displays the engine speed
in units of 1 000 rpm.
The tachometer can be turned by
approximately 90°.
The tachometer illumination comes on when
you turn the key to starter switch position
1 .
! Do not hang any objects on the
tachometer.
This could cause the tachometer to be
torn from its mountings and damage it.
Cockpit clock*
The cockpit clock can be turned by
approximately 90°.
The cockpit clock illumination comes on
when you turn the key to starter switch
position 1 and the parking lamps are
switched on.
The buttons for setting the time are on the
top of the cockpit clock.XSetting the time back in 1 minute
increments: Press button 0046 repeatedly
until the desired time is set.XSetting the time back quickly: Press
button 0046 for longer than two seconds.
The setting speed accelerates.XSetting the time forward in 1 minute
increments: Press button 0047 repeatedly
until the desired time is set.XSetting the time forward quickly: Press
button 0047 for longer than two seconds.
The setting speed accelerates.
! Do not hang any objects on the cockpit
clock.
This could cause the cockpit clock to be
torn from its mounting and damage it.
Adjusting instrument cluster
illumination
You can adjust the illumination of the
switches, the dials in the instrument
cluster, the radio*, the climate control*
panel and the auxiliary instruments*. Five
settings are possible.
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GWarning!
No racks or loads may be secured to the roof
of the vehicle, as
R the panorama roof* may be damaged, thus
injuring persons
R this can have a substantial adverse
effect on the driving dynamics of the
vehicle, thus causing accidents
R the rack and/or the load could detach and
through this cause an accident or other
people could be injured by the load and/
or rack that has fallen off
GWarning!
Make sure the tailgate is closed when the
engine is running and while driving.
Among other dangers, deadly carbon
monoxide (CO) gases may enter vehicle
interior resulting in unconsciousness and
death.
GWarning!
Do not store any flammable substances
inside the vehicle that could ignite and
start a fire.
GWarning!
The manufacturer has not approved your
vehicle for towing a trailer. A trailer can
permanently impair driving safety.
The gross vehicle weight which is the
weight of the vehicle including fuel, tools,
installed accessories, passengers, and
luggage/cargo must never exceed the load
limit and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR) for your vehicle as specified on the
placard located on the driver’s door
B‑pillar ( Y page 198). In addition, the
load must be distributed in such a way so
that the weight on each axle never exceeds
the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the
front and rear axle. The GVWR and GAWR for
your vehicle are indicated on the
certification label which can be found on
the driver’s door B‑pillar.
For more information, see “Loading the
vehicle” ( Y page 120).
The handling characteristics of a fully
loaded vehicle depend greatly on the load
distribution. It is therefore recommended
to load the vehicle with the heaviest items
being placed towards the front of the
vehicle.
Please pay attention to and comply with the
following instructions when loading the
vehicle and transporting cargo:
R Always place items being carried
against seat backrests, and fasten them
as securely as possible.
R The heaviest portion of the cargo should
always be kept as low as possible against
seat backrests.
R Do not stack loads higher than the top
edge of the head restraints.
R Make sure no luggage/cargo items can get
above or next to the driver’s and/or
passenger seat into the passenger
compartment.
R Make sure luggage/cargo is properly
secured.
R Always use, if so equipped, cargo net*
when transporting cargo.
Useful features
Sun visors
The sun visors protect you from sun glare
while driving.
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