A
ABS (Antilock Brake System) ............. 45
Indicator lamp ........................ 149
Accessory weight .......................... 130
Accidents
Air bags .................................. 33
Additives
Engine oil .............................. 207
Gasoline ................................ 208
Address change .............................. 15
Air bags ....................................... 33
Children .................................. 33
Front, driver and passenger .........37
Front, passenger ....................... 37
Head-thorax ............................. 36
Passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp ..................... 28, 40
Safety guidelines ......................35
SRS indicator lamp ...................151
Air conditioning
see HVAC .................................. 91
Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 207
Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure
Air pressure (tires) ....................... 130
Air vents ...................................... 93
Alarm system see Anti-theft systems
Alternator (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Anticorrosion/antifreeze ............... 210
Antiglare, Interior rear view
mirror ......................................... 60
Antilock Brake System see ABS
Anti-theft systems ......................... 47
Anti-theft warning system ...........47
Electronic immobilizer ..............47
Interior motion sensor ...............48
Tow-away alarm ......................... 48
Aquaplaning
see Hydroplaning
Armrest ........................................ 57
Aspect ratio (tires) ....................... 130
Audio system ................................. 90
Automatic headlamp mode ................ 63Automatic locking .......................... 51
Automatic transmission ................... 79
Display message ...................... 149
Driving tips ............................. 81
Emergency operation (limp-
home mode) .............................. 83
Gear selector lever ....................79
Gear selector lever positions ......80
Gearshift pattern ...................... 79
Hill-start assist system ..............81
Manual gearshifting ..................82
Shifting procedure ....................80
Auxiliary instruments
Cockpit clock ........................... 89
Tachometer .............................. 89
AUX socket .................................... 91
B
Backrest see Seats
Backup lamp ................................. 166
Bar (air pressure unit) ................... 130
Battery
Charging ................................ 180
Indicator lamp ........................ 154
Jump starting .......................... 183
Removing and installing ............180
Battery (key)
Replacing the transmitter
battery ................................... 163
Bead (tire) .................................. 130
Brake fluid .................................. 113
Checking ................................ 113
Brake lamp .................................. 166
Brake pedal ................................... 78
Brakes ........................................ 134
Parking brake ........................... 77
Warning lamp .......................... 150
Break-in period ........................... 106
Bulbs
Front ..................................... 165
Rear ...................................... 166
Replacing ............................... 164
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G
Gasoline see Fuel
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...... 130
Gear selector lever ......................... 79
Transmission positions ..............80
Generator
see Alternator
Global locking/unlocking ................ 51
Glove box .................................... 100
Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWR
Gross Vehicle Weight
see GVW
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
see GVWR
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) ............. 130
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) .. 131
H
Halogen headlamps see Headlamps
Hazard warning flasher .................... 66
Headlamps
Automatic headlamp mode ............63
Daytime running lamp mode .........64
High-beam flasher .....................65
High-beam headlamps ................. 65
Low-beam headlamps ..................63
Switch ..................................... 62
Head-thorax air bags ...................... 36
Heated exterior rear view mirrors ..... 60
Heated seats .................................. 58
Heating
see HVAC .................................. 91
Height adjustment
Seats ...................................... 57
High-beam flasher ......................... 65
High-beam headlamps ................ 65, 165
Indicator lamp ........................ 155
High-mounted brake lamp ............... 166
Hill-start assist system .................. 81
HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, Air
Conditioning) ............................... 91
Air distribution ....................... 94
Air recirculation ...................... 96
Air vents ................................. 93
Air volume ............................... 95
Defrosting ............................... 95
Rear window defroster ................95
Temperature ............................. 93
Hydraulic brake assistant ................ 46
Hydroplaning ............................... 137
I
Identification labels .................... 198
Identification number, vehicle
(VIN) .......................................... 199
Infant and child restraint systems see Children in the vehicle
Inflation pressure
see Tires, Inflation pressure
Inside door handle ......................... 52
Instrument cluster ..................... 22, 24
Lamps, indicator and warning .....149
Instrument panel
see Instrument cluster
Instruments and controls
see Cockpit
Interior motion sensor .................... 48
Interior rear view mirror ................ 60
Interior storage spaces see Storage compartments
Intermittent wiping
Rear window wiper .....................69
Windshield wipers .....................68
J
Jump-starting .............................. 183
K
Key ............................................. 50
Loss of ................................... 160
Replacing the transmitter
battery ................................... 163
Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ......... 131
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VehicleProblemPossible causes/consequences and 0050 Solutions003FThe battery
indicator lamp
illuminates
while driving
or does not go
out after the
engine is
started.The alternator is malfunctioning. The battery is no longer
charged.XStop the vehicle immediately in a safe location.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.The poly-V-belt is broken. The battery is no longer charged.XStop the vehicle immediately in a safe location.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.
!
Among other possible causes, the poly-V-belt could be broken. Do not continue to
drive. Otherwise, the engine will overheat due to an inoperative water pump which may
result in damage to the engine.
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GWarning!
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in severe injury or death.
Observe all safety instructions and
precautions when handling automotive
batteries.
Never lean over batteries while
connecting, you might get injured.
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not
allow this fluid to come in contact with
eyes, skin or clothing. In case it does,
immediately flush affected area with water
and seek medical help if necessary.
A battery will also produce hydrogen gas,
which is flammable and explosive. Keep
flames or sparks away from battery, avoid
improper connection of jumper cables,
smoking, etc.
GWarning!
Do not place any metal objects on a battery.
You could otherwise cause a short circuit
and the battery’s highly flammable
chemicals could ignite.
Never allow any metal object to contact both
battery terminals or the positive terminal
and the vehicle body at the same time. This
might short circuit the battery and ignite
the highly flammable and explosive
hydrogen gas generated by the battery,
causing serious personal injury.
GWarning!
Keep flames or sparks away from battery,
avoid improper connection of jumper
cables, smoking, etc.
R When disconnecting the battery, always
disconnect the negative terminal first,
followed by positive terminal.
R When connecting the battery, always
connect the positive terminal first,
followed by the negative terminal.
R Do not loosen or disconnect the battery
terminal clips while the engine is
running or the key is in the starter
switch.
! Never loosen or detach battery terminal
clamps while the engine is running or the
key is in the starter switch. Otherwise
the alternator and other electronic
components could be severely damaged.
Have the battery checked regularly at an
authorized smart center.
Refer to Maintenance Booklet for
maintenance intervals or contact an
authorized smart center for further
information.
! Never invert the terminal connections!
Disconnecting, removing, charging,
reinstalling and reconnecting the
battery
Disconnecting the battery
i If the battery is disconnected or
discharged
R the key will not turn in the starter
switch
R the automatic transmission will
remain in park position P
For more information see “Jump
starting” ( Y page 183).
XEngage the parking brake.XMove the gear selector lever to park
position P.XTurn off all electrical accessories.XTurn off the engine.XOpen the passenger door.XMove the passenger seat to the rear as far
as possible.XUnscrew the carpet holder in the
passenger footwell ( Y page 148).XLift the carpet.Battery181>> Practical hints.451_AKB; 3; 22, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-27T09:36:34+02:00 - Seite 181Z
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
Engine (model BRABUS)Maximum engine
speed6 400 rpmFiring order1-2-3Poly‑V‑belt802 mmElectrical system (model BRABUS)Alternator14 V/90 AStarter motor12 V/0.95 kWBattery12 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 BRABUS)Overall vehicle
length107.4 in (2 727 mm)Overall vehicle
width 2269.0 in (1
752 mm)Overall vehicle
height60.3 in (1 532 mm)Wheelbase73.5 in (1 867 mm)Track, front50.0 in (1 270 mm)Track, rear53.7 in (1 363 mm)Turning circle28.7 ft (8.75 m)Weights (model BRABUS)Cargo
compartment loadmax. 110 lb (50 kg)Roof load 23NoneGWarning!
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
Rims and tires
Notes
! Only use tires which have been tested
and approved by smart. Tires approved by
smart are developed to provide best
possible performance in conjunction
with the driving safety systems on your
vehicle such as the ABS or the ESP ®
.
Using tires other than those approved by
smart may result in damage that is not
covered by the smart Limited Warranty.
! Using tires other than those approved
by smart can have detrimental effects,
such as
R poor handling characteristics
R increased noise
R increased fuel consumption
22Exterior rear view mirrors folded out.
23 This vehicle is not intended to carry items on its roof. Thus roof rails and any roof-mounted devices
must not be used.202Rims and tires>> Technical data.* optional451_AKB; 3; 22, en-USd2ureepe,Version: 2.11.8.12009-07-27T09:36:34+02:00 - Seite 202