2010 SMART FORTWO COUPE ignition

Safety systems ProblemPossible causes/consequences and 0050 Solutions0082The seat belt
telltale
illuminates
constantly for a
maximum of
6 seconds after
starting the
engine.Regardless of whether the seat belt is fastened or not, the seat
belt telltale always comes on and remains lit for 6 seconds
after starting the engine.XFasten your seat belts.0082The seat belt
telltale
illuminates
constantly. An
additional
warning chime
sounds for a
maximum of
6 seconds after
starting the
engine.The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.XFasten your seat belts.0082The seat belt
telltale flashes
with
increasing
frequency of a
warning chime
for a maximum
of 60 seconds.The vehicle speed once exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h), and both the
driver’s and passenger seat belt are unfastened.XFasten your seat belts.
If the driver’s or the passenger seat belt remains unfastened
after 60 seconds, the warning chime stops sounding. The seat
belt telltale stops flashing but continues to be illuminated.
The seat belt telltale will only go out if both the driver’s and
the passenger seat belt (with the passenger seat occupied) are
fastened, or the vehicle is standing still and a door is opened.
0081Scenario 1:
The SRS
indicator lamp
illuminates
when the
ignition is
switched on and
goes out after a
maximum of
4 seconds.The subsequent self check of the safety systems detected no
malfunction. The supplemental restraint system is
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ProblemPossible causes/consequences and 0050 Solutions0081Scenario 2:
The SRS
indicator lamp
illuminates
when the
ignition is
switched on and
goes out after a
maximum of
4 seconds for
approximately
1 second, then it
comes on again
and stays on.There is a malfunction in the supplemental restraint systems.
The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices could deploy
unexpectedly or fail to deploy in an accident.XDo not sit on the passenger seat; this applies particularly
to children.XHave the system checked at an authorized smart center.GWarning!
If the SRS indicator lamp does not come on when you switch on the ignition or does not go
out again after a few seconds once the engine is running or comes on again, the supplemental
restraint systems are malfunctioning.
In the event that a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as described in scenario 2, the SRS
may not be operational. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you contact an
authorized smart center immediately to have the system checked; A malfunctioning SRS
system may not deploy when needed in an accident resulting in serious or fatal injury, or
it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could result in an accident and/or
injury to you or to others.
! If the SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving, have the system checked at an
authorized smart center immediately.
It is possible that the air bag and the emergency tensioning device could be activated
unintentionally or will not function in the event of an accident.
i Information on the operating principle of the air bags can be found in the “Safety”
section ( Y page 33).
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ProblemPossible causes/consequences and 0050 Solutions0063The high‑beam
headlamp
indicator lamp
does not
illuminate
when the
high‑beam
headlamps are
switched on or
when using the
high‑beam
flasher.The high‑beam headlamp indicator lamp has failed.XHave the high‑beam headlamp indicator lamp checked at an
authorized smart center.0065The low‑beam
headlamp
indicator lamp
does not
illuminate
when the
low‑beam
headlamps are
switched on.The low‑beam headlamp indicator lamp has failed.XHave the low‑beam headlamp indicator lamp checked at an
authorized smart center.0026 0024
The turn signal
indicator lamp(s)
do(es) not illuminate
when the ignition is
switched on and the
corresponding turn
signal is switched on
or the hazard warning
flasher is switched
on.The turn signal indicator lamp(s) has (have) failed.XHave the turn signal indicator lamp(s) checked at an
authorized smart center.0026 0024
The turn signal
indicator lamp(s)
flashes at double
frequency.One of the turn signals is malfunctioning.XReplace the bulb as soon as possible ( Y page 165).
or
XHave the turn signal checked at an authorized smart center
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Replacing bulbs for front lamps
Before you start to replace a bulb for a
front lamp, do the following first:XTurn the exterior lamp switch to position
0027 (Y page 62).XSwitch off the ignition.XOpen the service flap ( Y page 110).
Left headlamp, (right headlamp in reverse)
0046Bulb socket for parking, and side
marker lamp0047Bulb socket for turn signal lamp008ALow‑beam headlamp cover0088High‑beam headlamp cover
Parking and side marker lamp bulb
XRemoving:
Driver’s side: Turn bulb socket 0046 toward
the outside.
Passenger side: Turn bulb socket 0046
toward the outside.XPull bulb socket 0046 out of the headlamp
housing.XPull the bulb out of bulb socket 0046.XInstalling: Insert the new bulb into bulb
socket 0046.XInsert bulb socket 0046 into the headlamp
housing.XDriver side: Turn bulb socket 0046 toward
the inside.
Passenger side: Turn bulb socket 0046
toward the inside.Low‑beam headlamp bulbXRemoving: Take off low‑beam headlamp
cover 008A.XDetach the electrical connector.XBend the retainer spring end down and
forward until it unclips. Fold the
retainer spring back.XPull the bulb out of the headlamp
housing.XInstalling: Insert the new bulb into the
headlamp housing.XFold the retainer spring forward.XBend the retainer spring end forward
then up and back to clip in.XAttach the electrical connector.XReinstall low‑beam headlamp cover 008A.
High‑beam headlamp bulb
XRemoving: Take off high‑beam headlamp
cover 0088.XDetach the electrical connector.XTilt the bulb socket down and pull it out.XPull the bulb out of the bulb socket.XInstalling: Insert the new bulb into the
bulb socket.XFit the bulb so that the retaining lug of
the base plate is pointing up.XPress the bulb into the bulb socket until
it is fully engaged.XAttach the electrical connector.XReinstall high‑beam headlamp cover 0088.
Front turn signal lamp bulb
XRemoving: Turn bulb socket 0047
counterclockwise by a quarter of turn and
pull it out of the headlamp housing.XPress gently onto the bulb and turn it
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XInstalling: Insert the new bulb into bulb
socket 0047.XPress gently onto the bulb and turn it
clockwise.XInsert bulb socket 0047 into the headlamp
housing.
The arrow on bulb socket 0047 must be in
line with the line on the headlamp
housing.XTurn bulb socket 0047 clockwise by a
quarter of turn.
Side turn signal lamp bulb
XRemoving: Open the door on the
corresponding side.XPress on retaining lug 0046 in the
direction of the arrow until the side turn
signal lamp housing disengages.XUse a suitable tool to loosen the side turn
signal lamp housing from the fender.XTurn the bulb socket counterclockwise
and pull it out of the side turn signal
lamp housing.XPull the bulb out of the bulb socket.XInstalling: Insert the new bulb into the
bulb socket.XInsert the bulb socket into the side turn
signal lamp housing and turn the bulb
socket clockwise.XFit the side turn signal lamp housing
onto the fender.XPress gently onto the side turn signal
lamp housing.
The side turn signal lamp housing must
audibly engage.
Replacing bulbs for rear lamps
Before you start to replace a bulb for a rear
lamp, do the following first:
XTurn exterior lamp switch to position
0027 (Y page 62).XSwitch off the ignition.
Tail lamp unit
XRemoving:
Coupé: Open the upper tailgate.XOpen the lower tailgate.XCabriolet: Open the rear soft top
( Y page 71).XRemove the side cover in the cargo
compartment on the corresponding side.XFold the damping material forward, if
necessary.
Left bulb carrier illustrated as example
0046Retaining tab0047Electrical connectorXPress retaining tab 0046 in the center of
the bulb carrier upwards.XPull the bulb carrier out of the tail lamp
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Position 0086 represents the charged battery
of another vehicle or an equivalent starter
pack.
! Never invert the terminal connections!XConnect positive terminal 0046 of charged
battery 0086 with positive terminal 0047 of
discharged battery 0087 with a jumper
cable. Clamp the jumper cable to
positive terminal 0046 of charged battery
0086 first.XStart the engine of the vehicle with
charged battery 0086 and run at idle speed.XConnect negative terminal 008A of charged
battery 0086 with negative terminal 0088 of
discharged battery 0087 with a jumper
cable. Clamp the jumper cable to
negative terminal 008A of charged battery
0086 first.XStart the engine of the vehicle with
discharged battery 0087 and run at idle
speed. You can now switch on the
electrical consumers. Do not switch on
the headlamps under any circumstances.XRemove the jumper cables from negative
terminals 008A and 0088 first.XRemove the jumper cables from positive
terminals 0046 and 0047.
You can now switch on the headlamps.XRemount the positive terminal cover.XHave the battery checked at the nearest
authorized smart center.
Towing
About towing
This section offers information on towing
methods for breakdown situations,
emergency towing, and flat towing smart
vehicles.
Recommended towing method -
Breakdown situation
smart recommends that the vehicle be
transported with all wheels off the ground
using a flatbed carrier truck or
appropriate wheel lift/dolly equipment.XSwitch off the tow‑away protection* and
interior motion sensor* ( Y page 48).
!
To prevent damage during transport, do
not tie down the vehicle by its chassis or
suspension parts — use only wheel straps
to position and hold down the vehicle.
Improper tie down on a flatbed carrier
truck or trailer can damage suspension
parts and body panels.
Emergency towing
When circumstances do not permit the
recommended towing method, the vehicle
may be towed with all wheels on the ground
using a strap or tow bar connected to
another vehicle. Only tow the vehicle as far
as necessary to have the vehicle moved to a
safe location where the recommended
towing method can be employed.
GWarning!
If circumstances require towing the
vehicle with all wheels on the ground,
always tow with a tow bar if:
R the engine will not run
R there is a malfunction in the brake
system
R there is a malfunction in the power
supply or in the vehicle’s electrical
system
A tow bar is necessary to adequately control
the towed vehicle.
Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels
on the ground, make sure the gear selector
lever is in neutral position N and the
ignition is switched off.
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GWarning!
With the engine not running, 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.
! Do not tow the vehicle with the front
axle raised. Doing so may cause serious
damage to the brake system which is not
covered by the smart Limited Warranty.
! Before towing the vehicle observe the
following instructions:
R Do not tow with sling-type equipment
attached to suspension parts. This may
cause damage to the radiator and other
supports if towing on a bumpy road.
R Towing the vehicle should only be done
using the properly installed towing
eye bolt. Never attach a tow cable, tow
rope, or tow rod to the vehicle chassis,
frame, or suspension parts.
! Make sure the ignition is switched off
while towing the vehicle. Doing
otherwise may result in
R the ESP ®
being activated. Active
braking action through the ESP ®
may
seriously damage the brake system
which is not covered by the smart
Limited Warranty.
R a discharged battery.
! Make sure the gear selector lever is in
neutral position N while towing the
vehicle. Doing otherwise may result in
significant transmission damage.
! Towing the vehicle with a luggage
rack* mounted is not permissible. The
vehicle must not be towed by the luggage
rack*.
i If the battery is disconnected or
discharged, the gear selector lever will
remain locked in park position P.
Contact an authorized smart center for
assistance or call Roadside Assistance.
Towing eye bolt
The towing eye bolt is located in the
passenger footwell under the carpet.
XUnscrew the carpet holder in the
passenger footwell ( Y page 148).XLift the carpet.XTake out towing eye bolt 0046.
Covers
Depending of whether you are towing a
vehicle or being towed, the towing eye bolt
can be screwed into threaded holes which
are located behind covers on the front and
rear bumper.
Front cover
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XRemove cover 0046 using a suitable object
to reveal the threaded hole for the towing
eye bolt.GWarning!
High outside temperature, stop-and-go
traffic, driving on long uphill grades, or
driving at high engine speed may increase
the temperature in the engine
compartment. Therefore the area around the
air slots in the rear apron may be hot. Let
the engine cool off before touching this
area to prevent burns.
Rear cover
XRemove cover 0047 using a suitable object
to reveal the threaded hole for the towing
eye bolt.
Installing towing eye bolt
XScrew towing eye bolt in clockwise to its
stop and tighten with a suitable object.GWarning!
For safety reasons, recovery or lashing
down of the vehicle by means of the towing
eye is not allowed. Failure to observe this
could result in the towing eye being ripped
out of its mounting and people being
injured.
Towing the vehicle
XEngage the parking brake.XConnect the strap or tow bar to the towing
eye.XSwitch on the ignition.XDepress the brake pedal and keep it
pressed.XMove the gear selector lever to neutral
position N.XRelease the brake pedal.
i
With the gear selector lever in neutral
position N, the key cannot be turned fully
to starter switch position 0. Therefore
turn the key in the starter switch as far
left as it will go when switching off the
ignition.
XSwitch off the ignition.XLeave the key in the starter switch.XSwitch on the hazard warning flasher.XRelease the parking brake.
Flat towing
Flat towing is when all wheels of the
vehicle are on the ground during the tow.
For vehicles that will be flat towed over
long distances observe the following
recommendations:
XPreparing the vehicle: Contact an
authorized smart center for information
on recommended tow bar equipment and
installing a matching on/off switch on
the battery terminal.XBefore towing: Make sure the ignition is
switched on.XEngage the parking brake.XDepress the brake pedal and keep it
pressed.XMove the gear selector lever to neutral
position N.XRelease the brake pedal.
i
With the gear selector lever in neutral
position N, the key cannot be turned fully
to starter switch position 0. Therefore
turn the key in the starter switch as far
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