smart recommends winter tires
( Y page 132) with a minimum tread depth of
approximately 1
/ 6 in (4 mm) on all four
wheels for the winter season to ensure
normal balanced handling characteristics.
On packed snow, they can reduce your
stopping distance compared to summer
tires.
Stopping distance, however, is still
considerably greater than when the road is
not covered with snow or ice. Exercise
appropriate caution.
! Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an
extended period when driving off on
slippery road surfaces. Otherwise, the
drivetrain could be damaged, which is
not covered by the smart Limited
Warranty.
Tire speed rating
Regardless of the tire speed rating, local
speed limits should be obeyed. Use prudent
driving speeds appropriate to prevailing
conditions.
GWarning!
Even when permitted by law, never operate
a vehicle at speeds greater than the
maximum speed rating of the tires.
Exceeding the maximum speed for which
tires are rated can lead to sudden tire
failure, causing loss of vehicle control and
possibly resulting in an accident and/or
personal injury and possible death, for you
and for others.
An electronic speed limiter prevents your
vehicle from exceeding a speed of 90 mph
(145 km/h).
The factory equipped tires on your vehicle
may have a tire speed rating above the
maximum speed permitted by the
electronic speed limiter.
Make sure your tires have the required tire
speed rating as specified for your vehicle
in the “Technical data section”
( Y page 202), for example when purchasing
new tires.
For information on how to identify the tire
speed rating on a tire’s sidewall, see “Tire
size designation, load and speed rating”
( Y page 126).
If you are uncertain about the correct
reading of the information given on a
tire’s sidewall, any authorized smart
center will be glad to assist you.
i For information on speed ratings for
winter tires, see “All-season and winter
tires” ( Y page 127).
Winter driving instructions
The most important rule for slippery or icy
roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid
abrupt acceleration, braking and steering
maneuvers.
When the vehicle is in danger of skidding,
move gear selector lever to neutral
position N. Try to keep the vehicle under
control by corrective steering action.
For information on driving with snow
chains*, see “Snow chains*” ( Y page 133).
GWarning!
On slippery road surfaces, never downshift
in order to obtain braking action. This
could result in drive wheel slip and
reduced vehicle control. Your vehicle’s ABS
will not prevent this type of loss of control.
Road salts and chemicals can adversely
affect braking efficiency. Increased pedal
force may become necessary to produce the
normal braking effect.
Depressing the brake pedal periodically
when traveling at length on salt-strewn
roads can bring road-salt-impaired
braking efficiency back to normal.
If the vehicle is parked after being driven
on salt-treated roads, the braking
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Engine electronics ........................... 196
Identification labels .......................198
Vehicle specification (model pure) .....199
Vehicle specification (model passion) . 200
Vehicle specification (model BRABUS) . 201
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Parts service
The “Technical data” section provides the
necessary technical data for your vehicle.
Genuine smart Parts are subjected to
stringent quality inspections. Each part
has been specifically developed,
manufactured or selected for and adapted
to smart vehicles.
Therefore, Genuine smart Parts should be
installed.
! The use of non-genuine smart parts and
accessories not authorized by smart
could damage the vehicle, which is not
covered by the smart Limited Warranty,
or could compromise the vehicle’s
durability or safety.
Warranty coverage
Your vehicle is covered under the terms of
the warranties printed in the Service and
Warranty Information booklet. Your
authorized smart center will exchange or
repair any defective parts originally
installed on the vehicle in accordance with
the terms of the following warranties:
R smart USA Limited Warranty (USA only)
R New Vehicle Limited Warranty (Canada
only)
R Emission System Warranty
R Emission Performance Warranty
R Corrosion Warranty
R California, Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,
Rhode Island, and Vermont Emission
Control System Warranty
R smartmove Assistance (Canada only)
R State Warranty Enforcement Laws (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 smart center.
Loss of Service and Warranty
Information Booklet
Should you lose your Service and Warranty
Information booklet, have an authorized
smart center arrange for a replacement. It
will be mailed to you.
Engine electronics
Work on engine electronics
GWarning!
Always have maintenance work on engine
electronics and components performed by a
qualified specialist, e.g. at a smart
center. In particular, work relevant to
safety or on safety related systems must be
carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop.
! Always have maintenance work on the
engine electronics and components, such
as control modules, sensors and
connecting cables, performed by a
qualified specialist who has the
necessary knowledge and tools to carry
out the work required, e.g. at a smart
center. Otherwise there is a danger that
vehicle components may wear more
rapidly, which may void the vehicle’s
warranty.
Retrofitting electrical and
electronic devices
Electrical and electronic devices can
endanger vehicle operating safety.
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! Damage or consequential damage due to
retrofitting a device in the vehicle is
not covered by smart’s warranty.
If you install telephones or radio
transmitters in the vehicle you must have
such retrofits approved. smart approves
the installation of telephones and radio
devices if the work is done professionally
and the device is connected to a low-
reflection exterior antenna.
The transmitting power of the telephone or
radio must not exceed the following
maximum values.Frequency range
(band)Maximum
transmitting
power (Watts)Short wave
(<50 MHz)1002 m wavelength500.7 m wavelength350.25 m wavelength10GWarning!
Radio transmitters can interfere with the
vehicle’s electronic system, endanger the
operating safety of the vehicle and thus
your own safety, if
R there is no external antenna
R the external antenna is not low-
reflection
R the external antenna is incorrectly
installed
Excessive electromagnetic radiation can
damage your health and that of others.
Using an external antenna addresses and
considers the concerns currently being
discussed in scientific circles about the
health hazards possibly posed by
electromagnetic fields.
Because of this, have the external antenna
installed exclusively at a qualified
specialist workshop which has the
necessary specialist knowledge and tools
to carry out the work required, e.g. at a
smart center. In particular, work relevant
to safety or on safety-related systems must
be carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop.
On-board Diagnostics Socket (OBD)
The on-board diagnostics socket is located
inside the vehicle on the right side of the
left footwell.
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Identification labels
Signs and labels
0046Air bag information signs
(sun visor)0047VIN (engine compartment)008AEmission control information label,
includes both federal and California
certification exhaust emission
standards (engine compartment)0088Heat warning label (engine
compartment)0086Certification label (driver’s door
B‑pillar)0087Tire and loading information placard
(driver’s door B‑pillar)006EVIN (lower edge of windshield)
Certification label
XOpen the driver’s door.0046Certification label (on driver’s door
B‑pillar)
i Data shown on the example
certification label are for illustration
purpose only. These data are specific to
each vehicle and may vary from data
shown in the illustration. Refer to
certification label on vehicle for actual
data specific to your vehicle.
Example certification label (U.S. vehicles)
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Example certification label (Canada vehicles)
0047Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)008APaintwork code
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
The
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
can be found in the following locations:
R on the certification label on the driver’s
door B‑pillar ( Y page 198)
R on the rear right on the cargo
compartment floor ( Y page 199)
R in the lower edge of the windshield
( Y page 198)
XOpen the cargo compartment.XFold back the carpet.0046VIN (on the cargo compartment floor)
Engine number
The engine number is engraved into the
engine block. For more information,
contact any authorized smart center.
i When ordering parts, please specify
vehicle identification and engine
number.
Vehicle specification (model pure)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized smart
center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
Engine (model pure)Engine, type132Mode of operation4‑stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders3Valves per
cylinder4Bore2.83 in (72.00 mm)Stroke3.22 in (81.80 mm)Total piston
displacement61.0 cu in (999 cm 3
)Compression ratio10.0:1Output acc. to
SAE J 134970 hp/5 800 rpm
(52 kW/5 800 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 134968 lb-ft/4 500 rpm
(92 Nm/4 500 rpm)Maximum engine
speed6 400 rpmFiring order1-2-3Poly‑V‑belt802 mmElectrical system (model pure)Alternator14 V/90 AStarter motor12 V/0.95 kWBattery12 V/42 AhVehicle specification (model pure)199>> Technical data.451_AKB; 3; 22, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-27T09:36:34+02:00 - Seite 199Z
Electrical system (model pure)Spark plugs, typeDENSO XU22 HDR9Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.035 in (0.9 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque11 - 15 lb-ft (15 - 20 Nm)Main dimensions (model pure)Overall vehicle
length106.1 in (2 695 mm)Overall vehicle
width 1869.0 in (1
752 mm)Overall vehicle
height60.7 in (1 542 mm)Wheelbase73.5 in (1 867 mm)Track, front50.5 in (1 283 mm)Track, rear54.5 in (1 385 mm)Turning circle28.7 ft (8.75 m)Weights (model pure)Cargo
compartment loadmax. 110 lb (50 kg)Roof load 19NoneGWarning!
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
Vehicle specification (model passion)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized smart
center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
Engine (model passion)Engine, type132Mode of operation4‑stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders3Valves per
cylinder4Bore2.83 in (72.00 mm)Stroke3.22 in (81.80 mm)Total piston
displacement61.0 cu in (999 cm 3
)Compression ratio10.0:1Output acc. to
SAE J 134970 hp/5 800 rpm
(52 kW/5 800 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 134968 lb-ft/4 500 rpm
(92 Nm/4 500 rpm)Maximum engine
speed6 400 rpmFiring order1-2-3Poly‑V‑belt802 mmElectrical system (model passion)Alternator14 V/90 AStarter motor12 V/0.95 kW18
Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
19 This vehicle is not intended to carry items on its roof. Thus roof rails and any roof-mounted devices
must not be used.200Vehicle specification (model passion)>> Technical data.* optional451_AKB; 3; 22, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-27T09:36:34+02:00 - Seite 200
Electrical system (model passion)Battery12 V/42 AhSpark plugs, typeDENSO XU22 HDR9Spark plugs,
electrode gap0.035 in (0.9 mm)Spark plugs,
tightening torque11 - 15 lb-ft (15 - 20 Nm)Main dimensions (model passion)Overall vehicle
length106.1 in (2 695 mm)Overall vehicle
width 2069.0 in (1
752 mm)Overall vehicle
height60.7 in (1 542 mm)Wheelbase73.5 in (1 867 mm)Track, front50.5 in (1 283 mm)Track, rear54.5 in (1 385 mm)Turning circle28.7 ft (8.75 m)Weights (model passion)Cargo
compartment loadmax. 110 lb (50 kg)Roof load 21NoneGWarning!
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
Vehicle specification (model BRABUS)
The quoted data apply only to the standard
vehicle. Contact an authorized smart
center for the corresponding data of all
special bodies and special equipment.
Engine (model BRABUS)Engine, type132Mode of operation4‑stroke engine,
gasoline injectionNo. of cylinders3Valves per
cylinder4Bore2.83 in (72.00 mm)Stroke3.22 in (81.80 mm)Total piston
displacement61.0 cu in (999 cm 3
)Compression ratio10.0:1Output acc. to
SAE J 134970 hp/5 800 rpm
(52 kW/5 800 rpm)Maximum torque
acc. to SAE J 134968 lb-ft/4 500 rpm
(92 Nm/4 500 rpm)20
Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
21 This vehicle is not intended to carry items on its roof. Thus roof rails and any roof-mounted devices
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