2011 SMART FORTWO COUPE engine

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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XRemoving: Fold the wiper arm away from
the rear window until you feel it engage.
XFold wiper blade \000F away from the wiper
arm in direction of arrow \000G until it
disengages from its mounting.
XDetach wiper blade \000F.XInstalling: Push the new wiper blade onto
the wiper arm until you feel it engage.
XFold the wiper blade into a position
parallel to the wiper arm.
XFold the wiper arm backward to rest on
the rear window.
Make sure to hold on to the wiper when
folding the wiper arm back.
! Make sure the wiper blade is properly
installed. An improperly installed
wiper blade may cause rear window
damage.
Adjusting the washer jet nozzles
\000FFront washer jet nozzles\000GRear washer jet nozzlesXAdjusting: Use a needle to move washer
jet nozzles \000F or \000G left, right, up, or
down.
iCheck the setting of the washer jet
nozzles at regular intervals. The washer
jet nozzles are correctly set when the
water jet hits the windshield or the rear
window approximately in the center.
Flat tire
Preparing the vehicle
Upon experiencing any type of problem
with the vehicle’s tires, switch on the
hazard warning flasher, carefully slow
down and exit the roadway in a cautious
manner.
XPark the vehicle at a safe distance from
moving traffic on a hard, flat surface
when possible.
XMake sure the tire valve of the damaged
tire is located below the horizontal axle
of the wheel hub.
XEngage the parking brake.XTurn the steering wheel so that the front
wheels are in a straight ahead position.
XMove the gear selector lever to park
position P.
XTurn off the engine.XRemove the key from the starter switch
and take the key with you.
iOpen door only when conditions are safe
to do so.
XHave any passenger exit the vehicle at a
safe distance from the roadway.
Using the tire repair kit
! Depending on the type of damage on the
tire, the tire sealant could damage the
sensor of the Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)*. Such damage is not
covered by the smart Limited Warranty.
When having the damaged tire replaced,
also have the TPMS sensors* checked for
proper function. When the sensor is
damaged, the TPMS* will not function
properly. The sensor must then be
replaced at an authorized smart center as
soon as possible.
The tire repair kit can be used to seal
punctures of up to approximately 0.16 in
(4 mm) on the tire tread.
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therefore keep the engine running — in
the open air — while inflating the tire.XPress I on electric air pump switch 006E.
The electric air pump is switched on and
inflates the tire.
i First, the sealant is pumped into the
tire. The pressure may briefly increase
to a high value. This is normal and not an
indication of a malfunction. Do not
switch off the electric air pump.
XLet the electric air pump inflate the tire
for a maximum of ten minutes.
Pressure gauge 0047 must display at least
180 kpa (1.8 bar, 26 psi).
! Do not operate the electric air pump
longer than ten minutes without
interruption. Otherwise it may overheat.
You may operate the electrical air pump
again after it has cooled off.
XIf a tire inflation pressure of at least
180 kpa (1.8 bar, 26 psi) is not attained,
turn off the electric air pump by
pressing 0 on electric air pump switch
006E .XUnscrew the end of filler hose 0088 from
tire valve 0072.XAfter clearing the area around the
vehicle of people and obstacles, drive
vehicle back or forth very slowly
approximately 30 ft (10 m).
This serves to better distribute the tire
sealant material inside the tire.XScrew the end of filler hose 0088 onto tire
valve 0072.XInflate the tire again.GWarning!
If a tire inflation pressure of
180 kpa (1.8 bar, 26 psi) is not attained, the
tire is too severely damaged for the tire
sealant to provide a reliable tire repair.
In this case, the tire sealant cannot
properly seal the tire.
Do not drive the vehicle.
Contact the nearest smart center for
assistance or call Roadside Assistance.
XAfter attaining a tire inflation pressure
of at least 180 kpa (1.8 bar, 26 psi) , press
0 on electric air pump switch 006E.
The electric air pump is switched off.XTurn the key in the starter switch to
position 0.XUnscrew the end of filler hose 0088 from
tire valve 0072.XPlug filler hose with the stopper.XTire sealant container 0070 remains
screwed onto flange 0071.XPlace the tire repair kit securely in the
vehicle.XDrive off immediately.
The tire sealant will distribute itself
evenly inside the tire.GWarning!
Do not exceed vehicle speed of 50 mph
(80 km/h). A tire sealant repair is not
designed to operate at higher speeds.
The sticker must be attached on the
instrument cluster where it will be easily
seen by the driver.
Vehicle handling characteristics of a tire
sealant repaired tire may change. Adapt
your driving accordingly.
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bolt should be tightened to a torque of
81 lb‑ft (110 Nm).
Wheel change
Preparing the vehicle
XPark the vehicle on a hard, flat surface
when possible.XTurn on the hazard warning flasher.XTurn the steering wheel so that the front
wheels are in a straight-ahead position.XEngage the parking brake.XMove the gear selector lever to park
position P.XTurn off the engine.XHave any passenger exit the vehicle at a
safe distance from the roadway.
Removing the wheel
GWarning!
When jacking up the vehicle, only use a
suitable jack. Observe the manufacturer’s
safety instructions.
The jack must be designed for jacking up
this vehicle at the jack take-up brackets
built into both sides of the vehicle.
The jack is intended only for lifting the
vehicle briefly for wheel changes. It is not
suited for performing maintenance work
under the vehicle. To help avoid personal
injury, use the jack only to lift the vehicle
during a wheel change.
Never get beneath the vehicle while it is
supported by the jack. Keep hands and feet
away from the area under the lifted vehicle.
Always lower the vehicle onto sufficient
capacity jackstands before working under
the vehicle.
Always firmly engage the parking brake and
block the wheels with wheel chocks or other
sizeable objects before raising the
vehicle with the jack. Do not release the
parking brake while the vehicle is raised.
Make sure the ground on which the vehicle
is standing and where you place the jack is
solid, level and not slippery. If necessary,
use a large underlay. On slippery surfaces,
such as tiled floors, you should use a non-
slip underlay, for example a rubber mat.
Do not use wooden blocks or similar objects
to support the jack. Otherwise the jack may
not be able to achieve its load-bearing
capacity if it is not at its full height.
The jack must always be vertical when in
use. Always try to use the jack on level
surface. If you do not position the jack
correctly, the vehicle can fall off the jack
and seriously or fatally injure you or
others.
Never start the engine when the vehicle is
raised.
Also observe the notes on the jack.XMake sure to have a suitable jack 18
, wheel
wrench 18
and wheel chock 18
.
Contact an authorized smart center for
information on which jack and wheel
wrench are required.XPrepare the vehicle as described
( Y page 193).XMake sure the surface is level.
Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by
blocking wheels with wheel chocks or other
sizeable objects:
XPlace one wheel chock or other sizeable
object in front of and another wheel
chock or other sizeable object behind
the wheel that is diagonally opposite to
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authorized smart center about steps you
need to observe.
GWarning!
Observe all safety instructions and
precautions when handling automotive
batteries.
Risk of explosion.Fire, open flames and
smoking are prohibited
when handling batteries.
Avoid creating sparks.
Battery acid is caustic.
Do not allow it to come
into contact with skin,
eyes or clothing.
Wear suitable protective
clothing, especially
gloves, apron and
faceguard.
Wear eye protection.
Rinse any acid spills
immediately with clear
water. Contact a physician
if necessary.
Keep children away.Follow the instructions in
this Operator’s Manual.
Batteries contain materials that can harm
the environment if disposed of improperly.
Recycling of batteries is the preferred
method of disposal. Many states require
sellers of batteries to accept old batteries
for recycling.
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.
RWhen disconnecting the battery, always
disconnect the negative terminal first,
followed by positive terminal.
RWhen connecting the battery, always
connect the positive terminal first,
followed by the negative terminal.
RDo 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
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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
iIf the battery is disconnected or
discharged
Rthe key will not turn in the starter
switch
Rthe automatic transmission will
remain in park position P
For more information see “Jump
starting” (Y page 198).
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 160).
XLift the carpet.XUnscrew fastening screw \000G
counterclockwise.
XPull footrest \000F sideways out of the
vehicle.
XRead and observe safety instructions and
precautions (Y page 195).
! Always disconnect the battery in the
order described below. Otherwise the
vehicle’s electronics can be damaged.
XDisconnect the battery negative lead
from negative terminal \000

immediately flush affected area with
water, and seek medical help if necessary.
A battery will also produce hydrogen gas,
which is flammable and very explosive.
Keep flames or sparks away from battery,
avoid improper connection of jumper
cables, smoking, etc.
Attempting to jump start a frozen battery
can result in it exploding, causing
personal injury.
Read all instructions before proceeding.
! Do not tow‑start vehicle. You could
otherwise seriously damage the
transmission which is not covered by the
smart Limited Warranty.
! Avoid repeated and lengthy starting
attempts.
Do not attempt to start the engine using
a battery quick charge unit.
If the engine does not run after several
unsuccessful starting attempts, have it
checked at the nearest authorized smart
center.
Excessive unburned fuel generated by
repeated failed starting attempts may
damage the catalytic converter and may
present a fire risk.
Make sure the jumper cables do not have
loose or missing insulation.
Make sure the cable clamps do not touch
any other metal part while the other end
is still attached to a battery.
If the battery is discharged, the engine can
be started with jumper cables and the fully
charged battery of another vehicle or an
equivalent starter pack. Observe the
following:
R Access to the battery is not possible on
all vehicles. If you cannot access the
battery in your vehicle provide jumpstart power by an external battery or
starter pack.
R Jump starting should only be performed
when the engine and catalytic converter
are cold.
R Do not start the engine if the battery is
frozen. Let the battery thaw out first.
R Only jump start from batteries with the
same voltage rating (12 V). Jump starting
with a more powerful battery could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
Such damage will not be covered by the
smart Limited Warranty.
R Only use jumper cables with sufficient
cross-section and insulated terminal
clamps.
R Always make sure the jumper cables are
not on or near pulleys, fans or other parts
that move when an engine is started or
running.
R Should the battery be drained
completely, let the donating power
source charge the vehicle for several
minutes before reattempting the
starting process.GWarning!
Keep flames or sparks away from battery. Do
not smoke.
Observe all safety instructions and
precautions when handling automotive
batteries.
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Jump start assistance
Your vehicle’s battery is located in the passenger footwell below the footrest
(Y page 197).
For jump starting, use the terminals of the battery, keeping the leads connected.
XMake sure the two vehicles do not touch.XSwitch off all electrical consumers.XEngage the parking brake.XMove the gear selector lever to park position P.XTurn off the engine.XGet access to the battery in the passenger footwell (Y page 197).XRemove the positive terminal cover.
Position \000