2016 SMART FORTWO brake

ProblemPossible causes/consequences and0050Solutions
00E5
The yellow ESP®warn-
ing lamp is lit while
the engine is running.
ESP®is not available due to a malfunction.
Other driving systems could be switched off automatically.
GWARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
functions listed above.
The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can thus
increase.
The brake lamps may not be functioning and thus no longer working
when braking.
If ESP
®is not operational, ESP®is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-
ing under any circumstances.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 100).
XObserve the additional display messages in the display.
XCheck that the brake lamps are working.
If the brake lamps are not working:
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.
If the brake lamps are working:
XDrive on carefully.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
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The yellow distance
warning function warn-
ing lamp comes on
while the vehicle is
moving.
In addition the \
door warning lamp and
other warning lamps,
e.g. 00E5, light up.The central vehicle electronics system is malfunctioning.
After the engine is switched off:
Rdo not lock/unlock the doors using the remote control function of
the key
Ryou can no longer start the engine.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-
ing under any circumstances.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 100).
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.
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ProblemPossible causes/consequences and0050Solutions
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The yellow distance
warning function warn-
ing lamp comes on
while the vehicle is
moving.The distance warning function is malfunctioning or temporarily
inoperative. Possible causes are:
Rthe smart logo in the radiator trim is dirty.
Rfunction is impaired due to heavy rain or snow.
Rthe radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to
electromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio sta-
tions or other sources of electromagnetic radiation.
Rthe system is outside the operating temperature range.
RThe on-board voltage is too low.
If the causes listed above no longer apply, the distance warning
function is operational again.
If the distance warning lamp continues to light up, the distance
warning function electronics are malfunctioning.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
00BA
The red distance warn-
ing lamp lights up
while the vehicle is in
motion. A warning tone
also sounds.You are approaching a vehicle or a stationary obstacle in your line
of travel at too high a speed.
XBe prepared to brake immediately.
XPay careful attention to the traffic situation. You may have to
brake or take evasive action.
Further information on the distance warning function (
Ypage 48).
Engine
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and 0050Solutions
00B9
The yellow Check
Engine warning lamp
flashes while the
engine is running.The ignition system is malfunctioning. The engine is misfiring,
for example, which means the catalytic converter could become
damaged.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
iIn some states, you must immediately visit a qualified spe-
cialist workshop as soon as the yellow Check Engine warning
lamp lights up. This depends on the locally applicable legal
requirements. If in doubt, check whether such legal regulations
apply in the state in which you are currently driving.
00B9
The yellow Check
Engine warning lamp
lights up while the
engine is running. The
engine power output is
also reduced.The engine is running in emergency mode. This may lead to a mal-
functioning of the fuel injection system, for example.
XDrive on carefully.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
iIn some states, you must immediately visit a qualified spe-
cialist workshop as soon as the yellow Check Engine warning
lamp lights up. This depends on the locally applicable legal
requirements. If in doubt, check whether such legal regulations
apply in the state in which you are currently driving.
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Tires
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and0050Solutions
0077
You are driving and the
yellow tire pressure
monitor warning lamp
(pressure loss/
malfunction) is lit.
In addition the\
door warning lamp and
other warning lamps,
e.g. 00E5, light up.The central vehicle electronics system is malfunctioning.
After the engine is switched off:
Rdo not lock/unlock the doors using the remote control function of
the key
Ryou can no longer start the engine.
XObserve the additional display messages in the display.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-
ing under any circumstances.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 100).
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.
0077
You are driving and the
yellow tire pressure
monitor warning lamp
(pressure loss/
malfunction) is lit. A
warning tone also
sounds.The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly.
GWARNING
If you drive with a flat tire, there is a risk of the following haz-
ards:
RA flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle.
Ryou could lose control of the vehicle.
RContinued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat
build-up and possibly a fire.
There is a risk of an accident.
XStop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking
maneuvers. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 100).
XCheck the tires and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a
flat tire (Ypage 161).
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Useful information
i
This Operator's Manual describes all
models and all standard and optional
equipment of your vehicle available at the
time of publication of the Operator's Man- ual. Country-specific differences are pos-
sible. Bear in mind that your vehicle may
not feature all functions described here.
This also applies to safety-relevant sys-
tems and functions.
iRead the information on qualified spe-
cialist workshops: (Ypage 20).
Checking service products
Engine compartment (rear)
Engine compartment cover
GWARNING
The engine compartment cover may become
very hot. If you remove the cover to do work on the engine compartment, there is a risk
of injury!
Allow the engine to cool down and then
remove the engine compartment cover after
cooling has taken place.
GWARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous
exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. If
the engine compartment cover has not been installed correctly, when the engine is
running, particularly if the vehicle is
moving, exhaust fumes could enter the
passenger compartment. There is a risk of
poisoning.
Always switch off the engine before remov-
ing the engine compartment cover. Make
sure that the engine compartment cover has
been installed correctly.
XTo open: apply the parking brake.
XSelect a gear.
XSwitch the ignition off.
XRemove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.
XOpen the upper and lower tailgate
(Ypage 57).
XFor vehicles with the subwoofer: remove the
subwoofer (Ypage 149).
XRemove luggage compartment cover 0043if
necessary (Ypage 144).
XHold the carpet on the right and left sides
and fold upwards.
XVehicles with a trunk cover: attach the hook to upper bracket of trunk cover 0043
(
Ypage 144).
XUnscrew screws 0087from engine compart-
ment cover 0044manually.
XRemove engine compartment cover 0044.
XTo close:slide engine compartment
cover 0044forward as far as it will go.
XRetighten screws 0087manually.
XVehicles with a trunk cover: unhook the
hooks.
XPut the carpet back into the vehicle.
XFold down the carpet and push it under the
side paneling.
XFor vehicles with the subwoofer: fit the
subwoofer again (Ypage 149).
XClose the tailgate.
Engine oil
General notes
Depending on your driving style, the vehicle
consumes up to 0.55 US qt (0.5 liters) of oil per
600 miles (1000 km). The oil consumption may
be higher than this when the vehicle is new or
if you frequently drive at high engine speeds.
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HEnvironmental note
When adding oil, take care not to spill any.
If oil enters the soil or waterways, it is
harmful to the environment.
!Do not add too much oil. adding too much
engine oil can result in damage to the
engine or to the catalytic converter. Have
excess engine oil siphoned off.
You will find further information on engine
oils you can use in the "Technical data" sec-
tion (
Ypage 209).
XTurn cap 0043counter-clockwise and remove
it.
XAdd engine oil.
If the oil level is at or below the MIN mark on the oil dipstick, top up once with a max-
imum of 1.1 US qt (1 l) of engine oil.
XReplace cap 0043on the filler neck and turn
clockwise.
Ensure that the cap locks into place
securely.
XCheck the oil level again with the oil dip- stick (Ypage 150).
Front compartment
Service cover
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If the service cover is not locked, it may
come loose during driving and block your
view or endanger other road users. There is
a risk of an accident and injury.
Therefore, make sure that the service cover
is locked before every journey.
GWARNING
If the windshield wipers begin to operate
while the service cover is open, there is a
danger of injury from the wiper arms. There
is a risk of injury.
Always switch off the windshield wipers
and the ignition before opening the ser-
vice cover.
!To ensure unhindered air intake, care-
fully remove any snow or dirt from the ven- tilation slots above the service cover.
To prevent it from becoming damaged or
dirty, the service cover can be removed and
hung on the front of the vehicle.
The service cover is attached to the rear side
of the vehicle body with a strap.
XPark the vehicle on a flat, level surface.
XApply the parking brake.
XSelect a gear.
XSwitch the ignition off.
Removing
XTo unlock: remove lock cover 0043(driver's
side only) with the key.
XInsert the key into the lock and turn it to
position 0092.
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!For cleaning your vehicle, do not use any
of the following:
Rdry, rough or hard cloths
Rabrasive cleaning agents
Rsolvents
Rcleaning agents containing solvents
Do not scrub.
Do not touch the surfaces or protective
films with hard objects, e.g. a ring or ice
scraper. You could otherwise scratch or
damage the surfaces and protective film.
!Do not park the vehicle for an extended
period straight after cleaning it, partic-
ularly after having cleaned the wheels with
wheel cleaner. Wheel cleaners could cause
increased corrosion of the brake discs and
brake pads/linings. For this reason, you
should drive for a few minutes after clean-
ing. Braking heats the brake discs and the
brake pads/linings, thus drying them. The
vehicle can then be parked.
Regular care of your vehicle is a condition
for retaining the quality in the long term.
Use care products and cleaning agents rec-
ommended and approved by smart.
Exterior care
Automatic car wash
GWARNING
Braking efficiency is reduced after wash-
ing the vehicle. There is a risk of an acci-
dent.
After the vehicle has been washed, brake
carefully while paying attention to the
traffic conditions until full braking power
is restored.
!Never clean your vehicle in a Touchless
Automatic Car Wash as these use special
cleaning agents. These cleaning agents can
damage the paintwork or plastic parts.
!Make sure that:
Rthe side windows are fully closed
Rthe climate control blower is switched
off
Rthe windshield wiper switch is at posi-
tion 0
The vehicle may otherwise be damaged.
You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car
wash from the very start.
If the vehicle is very dirty, pre-wash it
before cleaning it in an automatic car wash.
After using an automatic car wash, wipe off
wax from the windshield and the wiper blades.
This will prevent smears and reduce wiping
noises caused by residue on the windshield.
Washing by hand
In some countries, washing by hand is only
allowed at specially equipped washing bays.
Observe the legal requirements in each coun-
try.
XDo not use hot water and do not wash the
vehicle in direct sunlight.
XUse a soft sponge to clean.
XUse a mild cleaning agent, such as a car
shampoo approved by smart.
XThoroughly hose down the vehicle with a
gentle jet of water.
XDo not point the water jet directly towards
the air inlet.
XUse plenty of water and rinse out the sponge frequently.
XRinse the vehicle with clean water and dry
thoroughly with a chamois.
XDo not let the cleaning agent dry on the
paintwork.
Carefully remove all deposits of road salt as
soon as possible when driving in winter.
Power washers
GWARNING
The water jet from a circular jet nozzle
(dirt blasters) can cause invisible exte-
rior damage to the tires or chassis compo- nents. Components damaged in this way may
fail unexpectedly. There is a risk of an
accident.
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Do not use power washers with circular jet
nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged
tires or chassis components replaced
immediately.
!Always maintain a distance of at least
11.8 in (30 cm) between the vehicle and the
power washer nozzle. Information about the
correct distance is available from the
equipment manufacturer.
Move the power washer nozzle around when
cleaning your vehicle.
Do not aim directly at any of the following:
Rtires
Rdoor gaps, roof gaps, joints, etc.
Relectrical components
Rbattery
Rconnectors
Rlights
Rseals
Rtrim
Rventilation slots
Damaged seals or electrical components
can lead to leaks or failures.
Cleaning the paintwork
!Do not affix:
Rstickers
Rfilms
Rmagnetic plates or similar items
to painted surfaces. You could otherwise
damage the paintwork.
XRemove dirt immediately, where possible,
while avoiding rubbing too hard.
XSoak insect remains with insect remover
and rinse off the treated areas afterwards.
XSoak bird droppings with water and rinse
off the treated areas afterwards.
XRemove coolant, brake fluid, tree resin,
oils, fuels and greases by rubbing gently
with a cloth soaked in petroleum ether or
lighter fluid.
XUse tar remover to remove tar stains.
XUse silicone remover to remove wax.
XUse a suitable touch-up stick, e.g. MB
Touch-Up Stick, to repair slight damage to
the paintwork quickly and provisionally. The following cannot always be completely
repaired:
Rscratches
Rcorrosive deposits
Rareas affected by corrosion
Rdamage caused by inadequate care
In such cases, visit a qualified specialist
workshop.
When water no longer forms beads on the paint surface, use the care product Paint Care,
which has been approved by smart. This is the
case approximately every three to five
months, depending on the climate conditions
and the care product used.
If the dirt has penetrated the paint surface or
if the paintwork has become dull, then the
paintwork should be cleaned. Use the care
product Paint Care, which has been approved
by smart to clean the paintwork.
Do not use these care products in the sun or on
the hood while the hood is hot.
Matte finish care
!Never polish the vehicle or the light alloy
wheels. Polishing causes the finish to
shine.
!The following may cause the paint to
become shiny and thus reduce the matte
effect:
Rstrong rubbing of the paintwork with
unsuitable materials
Rfrequent use of automatic car washes
Rwashing the vehicle in direct sunlight
!Never use paint cleaner, buffing or pol-
ishing products, or gloss preserver, e.g.
wax. These products are only suitable for
high-gloss surfaces. Their use on vehicles
with matte finish leads to considerable
surface damage (shiny, mottled areas).
Always have paintwork repairs carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop.
!Do not use wash programs with a hot wax
treatment under any circumstances.
Observe these notes if your vehicle has a
clear matte finish. This will help you to avoid
damage to the paintwork due to incorrect
treatment.
These notes also apply to light alloy wheels
with a clear matte finish.
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iThe vehicle should preferably be washed
by hand using a soft sponge, car shampoo
and plenty of water.
iUse only insect remover and car shampoo
from the range of approved smart care
products.
Cleaning the panoramic roof
!Only use cleaning agents or cleaning
cloths which are suitable for plastic light
lenses. Unsuitable cleaning agents or
cleaning cloths could scratch or damage
the plastic windows of the panoramic roof.
Do not use cleaning agents which contain
solvents.
XClean the plastic panes of the panoramic
roof using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning
agent, e.g. smart car shampoo, a commer-
cially available glass cleaner or cleaning
cloths.
Cleaning the wheels
GWARNING
The water jet from a circular jet nozzle
(dirt blasters) can cause invisible exte-
rior damage to the tires or chassis compo- nents. Components damaged in this way may
fail unexpectedly. There is a risk of an
accident.
Do not use power washers with circular jet
nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged
tires or chassis components replaced
immediately.
!Do not use acidic wheel cleaning products
to remove brake dust. This could damage
wheel bolts and brake components.
!Do not park the vehicle for an extended
period straight after cleaning it, partic-
ularly after having cleaned the wheels with
wheel cleaner. Wheel cleaners could cause
increased corrosion of the brake discs and
brake pads/linings. For this reason, you
should drive for a few minutes after clean-
ing. Braking heats the brake discs and the
brake pads/linings, thus drying them. The
vehicle can then be parked.
Cleaning the windows
GWARNING
You could become trapped by the wind-
shield wipers if they start moving while
cleaning the windshield or wiper blades.
There is a risk of injury.
Always switch off the windshield wipers
and the ignition before cleaning the wind-
shield or wiper blades.
!Do not use dry cloths, abrasive products,
solvents or cleaning agents containing
solvents to clean the inside of the windows.
Do not touch the insides of the windows with
hard objects, e.g. an ice scraper or ring.
There is otherwise a risk of damaging the
windows.
!Clean the water drainage channels of the
windshield and the rear window at regular
intervals. Deposits such as leaves, petals
and pollen may under certain circumstan-
ces prevent water from draining away. This
can lead to corrosion damage and damage to
electronic components.
XClean the inside and outside of the windows
with a damp cloth and a cleaning agent that
is recommended and approved by smart.
Cleaning wiper blades
GWARNING
You could become trapped by the wind-
shield wipers if they start moving while
cleaning the windshield or wiper blades.
There is a risk of injury.
Always switch off the windshield wipers
and the ignition before cleaning the wind-
shield or wiper blades.
!Do not pull the wiper blade. Otherwise,
the wiper blade could be damaged.
!Do not clean wiper blades too often and do
not rub them too hard. Otherwise, the
graphite coating could be damaged. This
could cause wiper noise.
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