2012 SMART FORTWO COUPE engine oil

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Fuel type label
A Holder
X Turn off the engine.
X Remove the key from the starter switch.
X Open the fuel filler flap by pulling at the
point indicated by arrow :.
X Turn fuel filler cap = counterclockwise
and hold on to it until possible pressure
is released.
X Take off fuel filler cap =.
! The fuel filler cap is tethered to the
fuel filler flap. Do not drop the fuel
filler cap. It could damage the vehicle
paint finish.
X Insert fuel filler cap = in direction of
arrow ; into holder A on the inside of
the fuel filler flap.
X Fully insert filler nozzle unit and
refuel.
X Only fill your tank until the filler nozzle
unit

cuts out — do not top off or overfill .G
WARNING
Overfilling of the fuel tank may create
pressure in the system which could cause a
gas discharge. This could cause the gas to
spray

back out when removing the fuel pump
nozzle, which could cause personal injury.
X Replace fuel filler cap =.
X Turn fuel filler cap = clockwise until
the handle grip overturns.
i Make sure to close the fuel filler flap
before locking the vehicle as the fuel
filler flap locking pin prevents closing
after you have locked the vehicle.
X Close the fuel filler flap.
You should hear the latch close shut.
i Only use premium unleaded gasoline
with a minimum Posted Octane Rating of
91 (average of 96 RON/86 MON).
Information on gasoline quality can
normally be found on the fuel pump. Please contact gas station personnel in
case

labels on the pump cannot be found.
For more information on gasoline, see
“Premium unleaded gasoline”
(Y page 221) and “Fuel requirements”
(Y page 222), or contact an authorized
smart center. Check regularly and before a long trip
For information on quantities and
requirements of operating agents, see
“Service fluids and capacities”
(Y page 218).
Check the following:
R Engine oil level ( Y page 118)
R Tire inflation pressure ( Y page 126)
R Coolant level ( Y page 122)
R Vehicle lighting ( Y page 178)
R Windshield washer system (Y page 122)
R Brake fluid (Y page 123) Engine compartment
Engine compartment cover
Open the engine compartment cover to
check

the engine oil level and if necessary,
to add engine oil. G
WARNING
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 engine
compartment cover and parts in the area
around the engine compartment cover may
be hot. Parts of the engine can become very
hot. To prevent burns, let the engine cool
off completely before touching the engine
compartment cover, parts in the area
around the engine compartment cover, and
parts of the engine. Engine compartment
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>> Operation. Z

X
Engage the parking brake.
X Move the gear selector lever to park
position P.
X Switch off the ignition.
X Open the tailgate. G
WARNING
Exercise extreme caution if you see flames
or smoke coming from the engine
compartment. Move away from the vehicle
and call the fire department.
If the coolant temperature warning lamp
indicates
that the engine is overheated, do
not attempt to open the engine compartment
cover. Move away from the vehicle and wait
until the engine has cooled before opening
the engine compartment. G
WARNING
To help prevent personal injury, stay clear
of moving parts when the engine
compartment cover is open and the engine
is running. G
WARNING
The engine is equipped with a
transistorized ignition system that
utilizes high voltage. Do not touch any
components (ignition coils, spark plug
sockets,

diagnostic socket) of the ignition
system
R while the engine is running
R while starting the engine
R if ignition is “on” and the engine is
turned manually X
Opening: Grasp the strap on cargo
compartment floor ;.
X Lift cargo compartment floor ;
with the
strap.
X Engage hook ? into top mounting = of
cargo compartment cover blind A.
X Remove fastening screw :.
X Remove engine compartment cover A.
X Closing:
Slide engine compartment cover
A forward into the tabs provided.
X Tighten fastening screw :.
X Disengage hook ? from top mounting
=.
X Fold cargo compartment floor ; back
down.
X Push the right hand and left hand cargo
compartment

floor edges under the edges
of the side panels.
X Close the tailgate. Engine oil
The amount of oil your engine needs will
depend on a number of factors, including
driving style. Increased oil consumption
can occur when the vehicle is new or the
vehicle is driven at higher engine speeds
frequently.
Engine

oil consumption checks should only
be made after the vehicle break-in period.
! Do not use any special lubricant
additives, as these may increase wear
and damage the drive assemblies. Using
special additives not approved by smart
may cause damage not covered by the
smart Limited Warranty. More
information on this subject is available
at any smart center.
Checking engine oil level !
Check the engine oil level at regular
intervals. 118
Engine compartment
>> Operation.

When checking the engine oil level
R
the vehicle must be parked on level
ground
R the
vehicle must have been stationary for
at least five minutes with the engine
turned off
X Turn off the engine.
X Engage the parking brake.
X Open the tailgate.
X Open the engine compartment cover
(Y page 117).
The oil dipstick is located in the engine
compartment on the passenger side. X
Pull out oil dipstick :.
X Wipe oil dipstick : clean with a clean
cloth.
X Fully insert oil dipstick : into the
dipstick guide tube.
X Pull out oil dipstick : again after
approximately one minute to obtain
accurate reading.
The oil level is correct when it is
between lower mark = (minimum) and
upper mark ; (maximum) on both sides
of oil dipstick :.
X Fully insert oil dipstick : into the
dipstick guide tube again.
X If necessary, add engine oil
(Y page 119).
i The
filling quantity between the upper
and lower marks on the oil dipstick is
approximately 1.1 US qt (1.0 l). Adding engine oil !
Only use approved engine oils and oil
filters required for vehicles with
Maintenance System. For a listing of
approved engine oils and oil filters
contact an authorized smart center.
Using engine oils and oil filters of
specification

other than those expressly
required for the Maintenance System, or
changing of oil and oil filter at change
intervals longer than those called for by
the Maintenance System will result in
engine or emission control system
damage not covered by the smart Limited
Warranty. G
WARNING
When adding engine oil, always use a funnel
to avoid spilling oil on any hot parts such
as the catalytic converter or exhaust
system.
If this should happen, however, the engine
must be thoroughly cleaned before you
continue your trip. The engine oil could
otherwise ignite.
The filler cap is located in the engine
compartment on the passenger side. X
Unscrew filler cap : from the filler
neck.
X Add engine oil as required.
Do not add more than 0.53 US qt (0.5 l)
engine oil at a time.
X Wait one minute until the engine oil has
run into the oil pan. Engine compartment
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>> Operation. Z

X
Check the engine oil level once more.
X Add engine oil once more if necessary.
Be careful not to spill any oil when adding
to avoid environmental damage caused by
oil entering the ground and water.
! Excess engine oil must be siphoned or
drained
off. It could cause damage to the
engine or emission control system not
covered by the smart Limited Warranty.
X Screw filler cap : back on the filler
neck.
X Close the engine compartment cover
(Y page 117). Front compartment
Service flap
Remove the service flap to check the
coolant

level, windshield washer reservoir
level, and brake fluid level.
Insert the service flap on the front of the
vehicle so that it does not get damaged or
dirty.
i The service flap has a strap on the rear
side that ties it to the vehicle body. G
WARNING
Always turn the key to starter switch
position 0 and remove the key from the
starter switch before opening the service
flap.
If the windshield wipers should
inadvertently be switched on, you could be
seriously injured by the wiper washer
drive, which is located just below the
service flap. G
WARNING
Make sure the service flap is locked while
driving. Otherwise, the service flap could
become detached and pose a hazard to you
or others. G
WARNING
To help prevent personal injury, stay clear
of moving parts when the service flap is
open.
The radiator fan may continue to run for
approximately 30 seconds or may even
restart after the engine has been turned
off. Stay clear of fan blades.
! Check the fill levels at regular
intervals.
! Carefully remove ice, snow, and any
other deposits from the air intake
grilles above the service flap to ensure
air intake at all times.
X Park the vehicle on level ground.
X Turn off the engine.
X Engage the parking brake.
Removing X
Fold both levers ;
outward in direction
of the arrows = as far as they will go.
X Lift the front end of service flap :.
X Pull service flap :
forward slightly and
remove it upwards as indicated by
arrow ?. 120
Front compartment
>> Operation.

!
Do not aim directly at
R electrical parts
R electrical connectors
R seals
R other rubber parts
The distance should be at least 3.9 in
(10 cm) and the water temperature must
not exceed 140¦ (60¥). Follow the
instructions provided by the power
washer manufacturer on maintaining a
distance between the vehicle and the
nozzle of the power washer.
Always keep the jet of water moving
across the surface.
! Powerwashing could damage
R the high-voltage battery
R the drive system
R the engine compartment
Do not powerwash these components.
Wheel cover* X
Wash the wheel cover with shampoo and a
soft brush or in the car wash.
Decorative foils !
Decorative foils are permanently
adhered to the painted parts of the
vehicle and cannot be removed.
! Do not expose the foils to solvents,
gasoline or diesel.
i When
cleaning with a power washer, note
the following guideline values:
R Water temperature max. 176 ¦ (80¥)
R Minimum distance 11.8 in (30 cm)
R Jet of water strike at a right angle Paintwork care
The
frequency with which you care for your
paintwork is dependent on
R how much the vehicle is used
R where you normally park the vehicle (e.g.
in a garage or under a tree)
R the season
R weather and environmental influences
Rectifying paintwork damage You can use a touch-up paint pen to repair
minimal stone chip damage and scratches.
Recommended touch-up paint pens can be
obtained in a smart center.
i
For

any major paintwork damage, please
contact a smart center. Exterior Repair options
Plastic parts (body
panels) with
clearcoat Clearcoat touch-up
paint pen
Body panels with
base coat and
clearcoat recommended
touch-up paint pen
set in the relevant
color
tridion safety cell recommended
touch-up paint pen
set in the relevant
color
Soft top system (cabriolet only)
Regular care will protect the retractable
soft top and the rear soft top against
external influences, helping to preserve
its value. Use only an approved soft top
cleaner when removing dirt from the soft
top.
! Never clean the soft top using a power
washer,

as water could get into the inside
of the vehicle. 154
Vehicle care
>> Operation.
* optional

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
M Solutions4
Switch Engine Off The engine oil level is too low. The engine could be damaged.
X
Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
X Turn off the engine.
X Engage the parking brake.
X Check the engine oil level (Y page 118) and add engine oil as
required (Y page 119). J
Release Parking
Brake You are driving with the parking brake engaged.
X
Release the parking brake. 5
Shift

to N or P to
Start You have attempted to start the engine while the automatic
transmission was in reverse gear
R or drive position D.
Shift the automatic transmission into park position P or
neutral position N.5
Apply Brakes to
Start You have attempted to start the engine without depressing the
brake pedal.
Depress the brake pedal to start the engine.
Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
M Solutions#
Charge Battery The battery is not being charged.
Possible causes:
R
alternator malfunctioning
R broken poly-V-belt
X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it is safe to do so.
X Turn off the engine immediately.
X Engage the parking brake.
X Check the poly-V-belt.
X If poly-V-belt is broken: Do not continue to drive. Contact
an authorized smart center.
X If poly-V-belt is intact: Have the vehicle checked at an
authorized smart center immediately. !
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. 160
Display messages
>> Practical hints.

Problem Possible causes/consequences and
M Solutions;
The engine
malfunction
indicator lamp
illuminates
while driving. There is a malfunction in the system.
X
Have the vehicle checked at an authorized smart center
immediately. i
Some states may by law require you to visit a workshop as soon as the engine
malfunction indicator lamp comes on. Check local requirements. Problem Possible causes/consequences and
M Solutions5
The engine oil
pressure
indicator lamp
illuminates
while driving. The engine oil pressure is low.
X
Stop the vehicle immediately in a safe location.
X Do not continue to drive.
X Turn off the engine.
X Engage the parking brake when leaving the vehicle.
X Contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized smart center. 5
The engine oil
pressure
indicator lamp
goes out before
the engine
starts. The engine oil pressure indicator lamp has failed.
X
Check the engine oil level.
X Have the system checked at an authorized smart center. !
The engine oil pressure indicator lamp should not be ignored. Extended driving with
the engine oil pressure indicator lamp illuminated could result in serious engine
damage that is not covered by the smart Limited Warranty. What to do if ...
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>> Practical hints. Z

Capacities
Components Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants,
etc.
Engine with oil
filter All models 3.5 US qt (3.3 l) Approved engine oils
Cooling system All models approx. 4.5 US qt (4.3 l) Anticorrosion/Antifreeze
meeting specification
MB 325.0
Fuel tank All models 8.72 US gal (33.0 l) Premium unleaded gasoline
(Minimum Posted Octane 91
[Avg. of 96 RON/86 MON])
Fuel tank
reserve All models approx. 1.32 US gal (5.0 l)
Air
conditioning
system* All models — R134a refrigerant and
special PAG lubricant oil
(never R 12)
Windshield
washer system All models 4.0 US qt (3.8 l) Windshield washer
concentrate
27
(Y page 222)
Washer fluid mixing ratio
(Y page 222) Engine oils
Engine oils are specifically tested for
their suitability in our engines and
durability for our service intervals.
Therefore, only use engine oils and oil
filters required for vehicles with the
Maintenance System. For a listing of
approved engine oils and oil filters
contact an authorized smart center.
! Using engine oils and oil filters of
specification
other than those expressly
required for the Maintenance System, or
changing of oil and oil filter at change
intervals longer than those called for by
the Maintenance System will result in
engine or emission control system
damage not covered by the smart Limited
Warranty. Please follow Maintenance System
recommendations for scheduled oil
changes. Failure to do so will result in
engine or emission control system
damage
not covered by the smart Limited
Warranty.
Viscosity grades for engine oils Using the chart below, select oil viscosity
according to the lowest air temperature
expected before the next oil change.
27 Use a windshield washer concentrate labeled for summer and water for temperatures above freezing
point

or a windshield washer concentrate labeled for winter and water for temperatures below freezing
point. 220
Service fluids and capacities
>> Technical data.
* optional