2011 SMART FORTWO COUPE Owners Manual

low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately 1 minute and then remain continuously illuminated.
This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction
exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect
or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of
incompatible replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS
from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one
or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires
and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
Warning and indicator lamps in the overhead control panel
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and 0050 Solutions007F 007B
The passenger front
air bag off indicator
lamp illuminates and
remains illuminated
with the weight of a
typical adult or
someone larger than a
small individual on
the passenger seat.There is a malfunction in the system.XHave the system checked at an authorized smart center.007F 007B
The passenger front
air bag off indicator
lamp does not
illuminate or remains
out with the weight of
a typical
12‑month‑old child in
a standard child
restraint or less on
the passenger seatThere is a malfunction in the system.XHave the system checked at an authorized smart center.GWarning!
If the 007F 007B indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with the weight
of a typical adult or someone larger than a small individual on the passenger seat, do not
have any passenger use the passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
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GWarning!
If the 007F 007B indicator lamp does not illuminate or remains out with the weight of
a typical 12‑month‑old child in a standard child restraint or less on the passenger seat, do
not transport a child on the passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
Engine
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and 0050 SolutionsThe engine does not
start.XCheck if
R the gear selector lever is in park position P
R the brake pedal has been depressed
R the transmission position indicator is on P or NThe engine does not
start within
4 seconds.XWait for a few seconds.XRepeat the starting procedure.
Remember that extended starting attempts can drain the
vehicle battery.The engine does not
start after several
starting attempts.XEngage the parking brake when leaving the vehicle.XContact Roadside Assistance or an authorized smart center.
Loss of key
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and 0050 SolutionsYou lose a key.XHave the key deactivated at an authorized smart center.XReport the loss of the key to your car insurance company
immediately.XIf necessary, have the mechanical lock replaced.
Your authorized smart center will be glad to supply you with a
replacement following an identity check.
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Acoustic warning signalsProblemPossible causes/consequences and 0050 SolutionsOnce the anti-theft
warning system* has
been armed, a visual
and audible alarm is
triggered.The alarm is triggered when
R someone opens a door or the tailgate
R the driver’s door is unlocked with the key ( Y page 178)
R the vehicle’s interior is entered
R there is motion inside the vehicle
R the vehicle is raised
To cancel the alarm:XInsert the key in the starter switch.XTurn the key to starter switch position 1.
or
XPress button 0034 or 0038 on the key.A warning signal
sounds.The door is opened while a gear is engaged with the engine
running and neither the brake nor accelerator pedals are
depressed. XClose the driver’s and passenger door.XMove the gear selector lever to park position P.
or
XTurn off the engine.You open the driver’s door with the key in starter switch
position 0.XClose the driver’s door.
or
XRemove the key from the starter switch.A warning signal
sounds.The seat belts are not fastened when the engine is started. For
details, see seat belt telltale ( Y page 167).XFasten your seat belts.You can hear a
continuous noise from
the front axle when
braking.The vehicle is equipped with a mechanical/acoustic brake pad
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Unlocking/locking manually
Unlocking the vehicle
You can unlock the driver’s door and the
fuel filler flap by unlocking the driver’s
door using the key. The lock cylinder is
fitted with a cap.
XPress button \0004 on the key.
The anti-theft warning system* is
disarmed.
iIf the transmitter battery in the key is
discharged, the anti-theft warning
system* can no longer be disarmed with
button \0004 on the key. For replacing the
transmitter battery (Y page 179).
Unlocking the vehicle with the key and
opening a door or the tailgate will
trigger the anti-theft warning system*
(Y page 48).
To cancel the alarm:
XInsert the key in the starter switch.XTurn the key to starter switch position 1.XRemove cap \000F from lock cylinder \000G.XUnlock the driver’s door.
The driver’s door and the fuel filler flap
are unlocked.
iTo unlock the vehicle centrally press
the central unlocking switch in the upper
center console (Y page 27).
Locking the vehicle
If you can no longer lock the vehicle using
the remote control and you do not have a
spare transmitter battery at hand, please
proceed as follows:
XOpen the driver’s door.XPress the central locking switch
(Y page 54).
The indicator lamp on the central
locking switch comes on, when the starter
switch is in position 1.
The indicator lamp on the central
locking switch flashes, when the starter
switch is in position 0.
XRemove the key from the starter switch,
take it with you, and close all doors.
The vehicle is now locked and the anti-
theft warning system* is armed.
Closing the rear soft top
If the rear soft top does not lock properly
after being closed, proceed as follows:
XStop the vehicle in a safe location.XEngage the parking brake.XMake sure the key is in starter switch
position 1.
XFold up the rear soft top completely.
The rear soft top stops in the unlocked
position.
XWithin one minute, press and hold symbol
\000U on the retractable soft top switch
for 15 seconds twice.
The rear soft top closes the locking
hooks.
XClose the retractable soft top
completely.
XHave the rear soft top checked at an
authorized smart center.
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Replacing transmitter battery
Notes
The remote control’s transmitter battery is
almost spent when the turn signals flash
rapidly nine times in a row when locking
the vehicle.
iIf you do not replace the transmitter
battery, after about 100 more times you
will no longer be able to lock or unlock
the vehicle using the remote control.
XReplace the transmitter battery.
or
XHave the transmitter battery replaced at
an smart center.
GWarning!
Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive
substances. Therefore keep the batteries
out of reach of children.
If a battery is swallowed, seek medical help
immediately.
Batteries contain materials that can harm
the environment if disposed of improperly.
Recycling of batteries is the preferred
method of disposal. Many states/provinces
require sellers of batteries to accept old
batteries for recycling.
Replacing battery
Replacement battery: CR 2016 button cell
! Replace the remote control’s
transmitter battery every two years at
the latest. Otherwise there is a danger of
leakage. The remote control could be
damaged.
XInsert a suitable object such as a coin
into the slot at the eyelet of the key
housing.
XCarefully turn the coin until key housing
top half \000F is unlatched.
XOpen key housing top half \000F to the side.XRemove transmitter battery \000G from the
board.
! Check the polarity when inserting the
new transmitter battery. You could
otherwise damage parts of the electrical
system. When inserting the batteries,
make sure they are clean and free of lint.
XInsert the new transmitter battery.XPress both halves of the key housing
together again.
XCheck the operation of the remote
control.
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Replacing bulbs
About replacing bulbs
Safe vehicle operation depends on proper
exterior lighting and signaling. It is
therefore essential that all bulbs and lamp
assemblies are in good working order at all
times.
Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely
important. Have headlamps checked and
readjusted at regular intervals and when a
bulb has been replaced. Contact an
authorized smart center for headlamp
adjustment.
GWarning!
Bulbs and bulb sockets can be very hot.
Allow the lamp to cool down before changing
a bulb. Otherwise you could be burned if you
touch them.
Keep bulbs out of the reach of children.
Halogen lamps contain pressurized gas. A
bulb can explode if you:
R touch or move it when hot
R drop the bulb
R scratch the bulb
Wear eye and hand protection.
i If the headlamps or front fog lamps* are
fogged up on the inside as a result of
high humidity, driving the vehicle a
distance with the lights on should clear
up the fogging.
Notes on bulb replacement:
R Only use bulbs of the same type and with
the specified watt rating.
R Switch the lights off before replacing a
bulb to prevent short circuits.
R Always use a clean lint-free cloth when
handling bulbs.
R Your hands should be dry and free of oil
and grease.
R Avoid touching the glass of the bulb with
bare fingers.
R If the newly installed bulb does not come
on, contact an authorized smart center.
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Overview bulbsFront lamps Headlamp Type\000FLow‑beam headlamp
H7 (55 W)
\000GHigh‑beam headlamp
H7 (55 W)
\000

Rear lamps Tail lamp unit Type\000FBrake lamp/tail lamp/turn signal
lamp/side marker lamp
12 V 21/5 W
\000GReflector
-
\000