2015 SMART FORTWO COUPE light

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WARNING
Engaging the parking brake while the vehi- cle is in motion can cause the rear wheels tolock up. You could lose control of the vehi- cle and cause an accident. In addition, the
vehicle’s brake lights do not light up when
the parking brake is engaged. X
Releasing: Depress the brake pedal.
X Pull up slightly on parking brake
lever ;and press release button :.
X Push parking brake lever ;down as far
as it will go.
When the ignition is switched on, the
brake warning lamp $(USA only) or
J (Canada only) in the instrument
cluster goes out.
X Engaging: Pull up parking brake lever ;
firmly.
When the ignition is switched on, the
brake warning lamp $(USA only) or
J (Canada only) in the instrument
cluster comes on. G
WARNING
Getting out of your vehicle with the trans-
mission not fully engaged in park position P is dangerous. When the drive system is
switched off and the brakes are released,
the vehicle can be moved freely with the
gear selector lever in all positions except
park position P. Also, when parked on an
incline, park position Palone may not pre-
vent your vehicle from moving, possibly
hitting people or objects. Always engage the parking brake in addi-
tion to shifting to park position P.
When parked on an incline, always turn the
front wheels towards the curb. G
WARNING
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the starter switch, take it with
you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave chil- dren unattended in the vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Children
could release the parking brake and/or
move the gear selector lever from park
position P, either of which could result in
an accident and/or serious personal
injury.
Brake pedal The brake pedal has two brake circuits
independent of each other. When the igni-
tion is switched on, a brake servo is used
during braking to increase pedal force. G
WARNING
Make sure absolutely no objects are
obstructing the pedals’ range of motion.
Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all
obstacles. If there are any floormats* or
carpets in the footwell, make sure the ped- als still have sufficient clearance.
During sudden acceleration or braking
maneuvers, the objects could get caught
between or beneath the pedals and restrictyour ability to brake or accelerate. This
could lead to accidents and/or injury. G
WARNING
Considerably more effort will be required
to apply the brakes if
R the brake servo has failed
R a brake circuit has failed
R the ignition is switched off, e.g. for tow-
ing the vehicle
The braking distance is likewise greater. 78
Driving and parking>> Controls.
* optional

case if the high-voltage battery is
already fully charged or has not reached
operating temperature. Driving tips
Driving on uphill grades G
WARNING
The hill-start assist system is not
designed to function as a parking brake and
does not prevent the vehicle from moving
when parked on an incline.
Always engage the parking brake in addi-
tion to shifting to park position P.
! When the hill‑start assist system stops
braking the vehicle, it can roll back-
wards.
If you open the driver’s door, the
hill‑start assist system is deactivated
and a warning signal sounds.
Your vehicle has a hill‑start assist system. On uphill grades the hill‑start assist sys-
tem maintains the pressure in the brake
system for approximately one second after
you have released the brake pedal. There-
fore, you can start off smoothly without the
vehicle moving immediately after releas-
ing the brake pedal.
X Release the brake pedal.
X Apply sufficient pressure to the accel-
erator pedal to drive off.
On uphill grades with higher inclination,
the hill-start assist system will release
the pressure in the brake system after
approximately two seconds. A warning sig-
nal sounds and the transmission position
indicator shows a flashing N
N in order to
warn you of the vehicle rolling backwards.
X Press the brake pedal.
X Release the brake pedal.
X Apply sufficient pressure to the accel-
erator pedal to drive off. i
The hill‑start assist system is inactive
if you start off with the parking brake
engaged.
Recuperation If the high-voltage battery is fully
charged or too cold, only limited recuper-
ation power will be available.
The vehicle can not be decelerated or limi-
ted in being decelerated by using the
accelerator pedal, if
R the gearshift selector lever is in posi-
tion Dand the vehicle is rolling back-
wards
R the gearshift selector lever is in posi-
tion Rand the vehicle is rolling for-
wards.
On uphill grades, the vehicle could possi- bly be not or only restricted being held
from the crawler function. Instrument cluster
Charge level and power gauges
:
Charge level gauge
; Power gauge
The gauges can be turned by approximately
90°.
The illumination for both gauges comes on when you switch on the ignition and the
exterior lighting. Instrument cluster
81>> Controls. Z

No recuperation (level 0)
:
Symbol for no recuperation
When this mode is set, there is no recuper-
ation. When you release the accelerator
pedal, the vehicle rolls on unbraked.
Use this mode in situations when driving
without frequent braking, for example on
highways.
Moderate recuperation (level 1) Moderate recuperation occurs when this
mode is set. When you release the acceler-
ator pedal, the vehicle is slightly braked. Gained kinetic energy is converted into
electrical energy by the electric motor.
This energy is stored in the high-voltage
battery.
This mode is set as standard when starting
the drive system.
Use this mode in situations of well-bal-
anced relationship between accelerating
and braking, for example on cross-country
rides. High recuperation (level 2) :
Symbol for high recuperation
High recuperation occurs when this mode is
set. When you release the accelerator
pedal, the vehicle is deeply braked. Energy conversion of kinetic energy to electrical
energy is most effective in this mode.
Use this mode in situations in which you
need to brake frequently, for example while
driving stop-and-go in city traffic. Maximum available power
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WARNING
When the indicator for the maximum avail- able power is not at its maximal range, the
power output is reduced noticeably. Adapt
your speed and driving accordingly. Oth-
erwise, you could cause an accident. Exer-
cise particular care when passing or accel-
erating. The indicator for the maximum available
power of the drive system contains three
segments
:. The number of dark segments
indicates power that is currently availa-
ble. Control system
85>> Controls. Z

Audio system basic
The audio system basic contains the fol-
lowing functions:
R Radio (FM/AM)
R Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS) and
radio text
R AUX and USB socket (Y page 96)
! Please be sure to read the operating
instructions for the audio system basic
before using the unit. Familiarize your- self with the various functions of the
unit so that you are able to operate it
easily, reliably and correctly at any
time. :
On/off and volume switch
; Display
= Skip/Scroll/Frequency search switches
? Tone settings/Mute/Back control panel
A Stored station buttons
B Radio/Media/System control panel Audio system navigation/multimedia*
The audio system navigation/multimedia
contains the following functions:
R Radio (FM/AM)
R Radio Broadcast Data System (RBDS)
R AUX and USB-socket
R Bluetooth ®
hands-free device
R Navigation
R Audio operation from CD/DVD or SD Card,
via AUX/USB/iPod ®
, or Bluetooth ®
Audio R
Video operation from CD/DVD or SD Card,
via AUX/USB/iPod ®
R Image display from CD/DVD or SD Card,
via USB/iPod ®
! Please be sure to read the operating
instructions for the audio system navi-
gation/multimedia before using the
unit. Familiarize yourself with the var-
ious functions of the unit so that you are able to operate it easily, reliably and
correctly at any time. :
Bluetooth ®
connection indicator lamp
; Display
= Microphone
? Light sensor
A Eject button
B Rotary/Push button
C Menu button AUX and USB sockets
You can connect mobile audio devices such as an MP3 player via the AUX and USB sock-
ets using commercially available 3.5 mm
socket plug (AUX) or USB connector cable
(USB).
The AUX and USB sockets are located in the glove box. 96
Audio system*>> Controls.
* optional

X
Switching on: Press air recirculation
switch ?.
The indicator lamp in air recirculation
switch ?comes on.
X Switching off: Press air recirculation
switch ?once more.
The indicator lamp in air recirculation
switch ?goes out. Loading and storing
Cargo compartment cover blind with
parcel net bag G
WARNING
The cargo compartment cover blind is not
intended to secure heavy objects in the
event of an accident. For this reason, heavy objects must be tied down.
Vehicle occupants could be injured by
objects being thrown around in the vehicle in the event of
R hard braking
R a change of direction
R an accident G
WARNING
Do not place any objects on the mounted
cargo compartment cover blind.
Vehicle occupants could be injured by
objects being thrown around in the vehicle in the event of
R hard braking
R a change of direction
R an accident G
WARNING
Only place light loads in the parcel net
bag. Do not transport heavy, sharp-edged or fragile objects in the parcel net bag. The
parcel net bag cannot sufficiently secure
loads in an accident. Vehicle occupants could be injured by
objects being thrown around in the vehicle in the event of
R hard braking
R a change of direction
R an accident
Observe the loading guidelines.
The cargo compartment cover blind
R serves to protect objects that are stored
in the vehicle’s cargo compartment from
prying eyes
R prevents smaller objects from penetrat-
ing into the passenger compartment from
the cargo compartment; however, it is not
intended to act as a load restraining
device
The parcel net bag
R is for storing small, lightweight objects
R prevents small objects from sliding
around inside the passenger compart-
ment
! If objects are placed on the cargo com-
partment cover blind when mounted, the
cover may be damaged.
Fitting If you wish to use cargo compartment cover
blind :as normal, assemble it in top
mountings ;. If you do not need the cargo
compartment cover blind, insert in bottom
mountings =. 104
Loading and storing>> Controls.

X
Open the tailgate.
X Secure cargo compartment cover blind :
at the front of the cargo compartment
with the parcel net bag.
X Insert cargo compartment cover blind :
on the right-hand side in top mount-
ing ;or in bottom mounting =.X
Push handle ?to the right in the direc-
tion of the arrow.
X Insert cargo compartment cover blind :
in top mounting ;or bottom mounting
= in the left-hand side paneling and
release handle ?.
X Cargo compartment cover blind :
engages. X
Pull parcel net bag Adown slightly and
secure with the hook and loop fastener.
X Remove in reverse order. Controls
X
Closing: Take hold of cargo compartment
cover blind :in the middle and pull
backwards.
X Guide cargo compartment cover blind :
into the rear right and left mount-
ings ;.
X Opening: Take hold of cargo compartment
cover blind :in the middle, pull back-
wards, and remove from rear mount-
ings ;.
X Guide cargo compartment cover blind :
into position. Coat hooks
The coat hooks are located at the rear roof
rail on the driver’s and passenger side. Coat hook on driver’s side
:
Coat hook Loading and storing
105>> Controls. Z

X
Opening: Pull on glove box lid release :
and fold down the glove box lid.
X Closing: Lift up the glove box lid with a
bit of force until it engages.
X Locking: Insert the key into the glove box
lock and turn it to position 3.
X Unlocking: Insert the key into the glove
box lock and turn it to position 2.
Storage tray* in center console X
Installing: Slide storage tray ;onto the
cones on the center console until it
engages audibly.
X Removing: Press levers :simultane-
ously towards the storage tray.
X Pull storage tray ;away from the center
console.
X Opening: Pull handle =.
X Closing: Swivel storage tray ;back
until it engages.
Parcel nets Parcel nets are located on the in-board
sides of the seat backrests.
i Vehicles equipped with an armrest* on
the driver’s seat, have a parcel net on the
passenger seat only.
i Each parcel net is intended for light-
weight items of below 0.9 lb (0.4 kg). Example illustration: Parcel net on passenger
seat
:
Parcel net
Drawer A drawer is located below the audio system.
X
Opening: Press on the center of
drawer :.
The drawer opens slightly.
X Pull drawer: to open completely.
X Closing: Press on drawer :until it
engages.
Storage compartment in the tailgate
(coupé only) If possible, you can stow the charging cable
in the storage compartment of the tailgate
(Y page 115).
! Do not place the charging cable in the
compartment for the roof bars of the roof system. If the charging cable is placed
there, the roof bars can be damaged when
the storage compartment is closed. For Loading and storing
107>> Controls.
* optional Z

Auxiliary power outlet
The auxiliary power outlet supplies power
to the following electrical accessories
when the key is turned to starter switch
position 1:
R the electric air pump, available in con-
junction with the tire repair kit*
R other consumers which operate up to a
maximum of 60 W
! The auxiliary power outlet can accom-
modate 12V DC electrical accessories
designed for use with the standard “cig-
arette lighter” plug type.
Keep in mind, however, that connecting
accessories to the auxiliary power outlet (for example extensive connecting and
disconnecting, or using plugs that do not
fit properly) can damage the auxiliary
power outlet.
The auxiliary power outlet is located in the
lower center console. Auxiliary power outlet
X Turn the key to starter switch position 1.
! Please observe the safety instructions
given in the respective operating
instructions.
Please note that
R if using the auxiliary power outlet the
maximum current drawn may not exceed
5 A or 60 W
R the electric air pump* can be connected
to the auxiliary power outlet for the time it takes to inflate the tire without any
problem
R the vehicle battery will discharge when
current is drawn. 110
Useful features>> Controls.
* optional