2011 SMART FORTWO COUPE lock

>> Practical hints.Where will I find ... ..........................160
Display messages .............................160
What to do if ... ...............................164
Unlocking/locking manually ...............178
Replacing transmitter battery ............179
Replacing bulbs ..............................180
Replacing wiper blades .....................186
Flat tire ........................................188
Wheel change ..................................193
Battery ..........................................195
Jump starting ..................................198
Towing ..........................................201
Fuses ............................................204
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Tire repair kit
The tire repair kit is located in the
passenger footwell under the carpet.
XInsert a suitable object such as a coin
into the slot of carpet holder \000F.
XTurn carpet holder \000F counterclockwise.XLift the carpet.\000G Tire repair kit
The following is included:
RTire sealant container
RElectric air pump with filler hose
RSticker
ROperating instructions label (on the
inside of the tire repair kit lid)
iThe tire sealant container is located
below the tire repair kit.
GWarning!
The tire repair kit is a limited repair
device. In case of a breakdown caused by a
flat tire, read through the section flat tire
carefully. When using the tire repair kit
follow the instructions in this section.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in severe injury or death.
First-aid kit*
The first-aid kit is located on the driver’s
side in the cargo compartment.
iCheck expiration dates and contents for
completeness at least once a year and
replace missing/expired items.
Display messages
The following display messages appear in
the multifunction display (Y page 87).
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BrakeProblemPossible causes/consequences and 0050 Solutions00EB (USA only)
0031 (Canada only)
The ABS indicator
lamp illuminates
while the engine is
running. There is a malfunction in the ABS system.XHave the ABS system checked at an authorized smart center
immediately.00EB (USA only)
0031 (Canada only)
The ABS indicator
lamp illuminates
together with the
brake warning lamp
while the engine is
running.The ABS system fails.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.GWarning!
When the ABS system is malfunctioning, the wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing
steering capability and extending the braking distance.
When the ABS is switched off due to a malfunction, the ESP ®
is also switched off. The basic
driving and braking functions are still available.
The risk of your vehicle skidding is then increased in certain situations. You should
therefore always adapt your speed and driving style to the prevailing road and weather
conditions.
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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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The arrow on bulb socket \000F must be in
line with the line on the headlamp
housing.
XTurn bulb socket \000F clockwise by a
quarter of turn.
Side turn signal lamp bulb
XRemoving: Open the door on the
corresponding side.
XPress on retaining lug \000F in the
direction of the arrow until the side turn
signal lamp housing disengages.
XClose the door.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
\000' (Y page 64).
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 74).
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
\000F Retaining tab\000G Electrical connectorXPress retaining tab \000F in the center of
the bulb carrier upwards.
XPull the bulb carrier out of the tail lamp
housing.
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