2016 SMART FORTWO light

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Hill Start AssistInoperativeThe00E5 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster.
Hill start assist is malfunctioning. If you release the brake, your
vehicle will not be held automatically when pulling away uphill
and may roll away immediately.
Further driving systems could be switched off automatically.
GWARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
functions listed above.
If ESP
®is not operational, ESP®is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
XDrive on carefully.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
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Distance WarningInoperative
The distance warning function is temporarily inoperative. Pos-
sible 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.
When the causes stated above no longer apply, the display message
disappears.
The distance warning function is operational again.
If the display message does not disappear:
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 100).
XClean the smart logo in the radiator trim (Ypage 158).
XRestart the engine.
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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 display message continues to light up, the electronics of the
distance warning function are malfunctioning.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
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Engine
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00B9
Reduced Power SeeOperator's Manual
The engine is running in emergency mode. For example, the fuel
injection may be faulty.
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.
00EF
Malfunction VisitWorkshop
The battery monitoring is malfunctioning.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
00EF
StopSeeOperator'sManual
The battery is not being charged.
Possible causes are:
Ra defective alternator
Ra torn poly-V-belt
Ra malfunction in the electronics
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine,
paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
!Do not continue driving. The engine could otherwise overheat.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 100).
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.
00B3
Stop Switch OffEngine
The oil pressure is too low. There is a risk of engine damage.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine,
paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 100).
XCheck the oil level (Ypage 150).
XIf necessary, add engine oil (Ypage 150).
Information on approved engine oils can also be obtained from any
qualified specialist workshop.
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Vehicle
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0049
BrakeLightsInoper‐ative
The brake lights are not functioning. The actuation or the bulbs/
LEDs are faulty.
GWARNING
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of vehicle safety. The
brake lamps are not functioning and are no longer working when
braking.
There is a risk of an accident.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
XSecure the vehicle against rolling away (Ypage 100).
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.
Switch Off LightsThe lights are still switched on when you leave the vehicle. A
warning tone also sounds.
XTurn the light switch to 0058or003F.
\
(Example of all doors
and tailgate open)
A door or the tailgate is open. A warning tone also sounds.
The display shows the open doors/tailgate.
XPull over paying attention to road and traffic conditions and
stop the vehicle, then close the doors and tailgate.
0052
Power Steering Mal‐function See Opera‐tor's Manual
The power steering is malfunctioning.
GWARNING
You will need to use more force to steer.
There is a risk of an accident.
XCheck whether you are able to apply the extra force required.
XIf you are able to steer safely: carefully drive on to a qualified
specialist workshop.
XIf you are unable to steer safely: do not continue driving. Con-
tact the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
0052
Electronics Mal‐function See Opera‐tor's Manual
The power steering assistance may be malfunctioning. You may
need to use more force to steer.
XDrive on carefully to a qualified specialist workshop and have
the steering checked immediately.
0044
Parking Lock Mal‐function To Park:Apply Parking Brake
Only for vehicles with automatic transmission: the letterN
flashes in the middle of the display if you try to shift to P. A
warning tone also sounds.
The parking lock is malfunctioning.
XApply the parking brake to park.
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0079or0045/
003A/0046/
0044
Transmission Over‐heated See Opera‐tor's Manual
Only for vehicles with automatic transmission: 0079flashes
alternately with the currently selected transmission position. A
warning tone also sounds.
Further pulling away or crawling maneuvers have led to a critical
clutch temperature.
XPull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying
attention to road and traffic conditions.
XSecure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling away.
XWait until the automatic transmission has cooled down and the
display message does not reappear after acknowledging it.
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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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The transmission electronics are malfunctioning or the neutral
sensor is faulty.
Cruise control is automatically deactivated.
Starting the engine is only possible with the clutch pedal fully
depressed.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
0039
Remove key
The key is in the ignition lock, the engine is switched off and the
driver's door is open.
XRemove the SmartKey.
Rain and Light Sen‐sor InoperativeThe rain/light sensor is malfunctioning.
Automatic headlamp mode and automatic intermittent wipe are not
available.
XSwitch on exterior lighting manually if required (Ypage 67).
XSwitch the windshield wipers on or off manually as required
(Ypage 74).
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
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Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster
Safety
Seat belts
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and 0050Solutions
00E9
After starting the
engine, the red seat
belt warning lamp
lights up for six sec-
onds.The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger
to fasten their seat belts. An additional warning tone will sound if
the driver's seat belt is not fastened.
XFasten your seat belt (Ypage 31).
The warning tone ceases.
00E9
After starting the
engine, the red seat
belt warning lamp
lights up.The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
XFasten your seat belt (Ypage 31).
The warning lamp goes out.
00E9
The red seat belt warn-
ing lamp flashes and a
warning tone sounds.The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. The
vehicle is being driven faster than 12 mph (20 km/h) or has briefly
been driven faster than 12 mph (20 km/h).
XFasten your seat belt (Ypage 31).
The warning lamp goes out and the warning tone ceases.
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Safety systems
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and0050Solutions
0075
The red restraint sys-
tem warning lamp is lit
while the engine is
running.The restraint system is faulty.
GWARNING
The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be trig-
gered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be
triggered.
There is an increased risk of injury.
XDrive on carefully.
XHave the restraint system checked at a qualified specialist
workshop immediately.
For further information about the restraint system, see
(
Ypage 29).
0027 (USA only)
004D (Canada only)
00E50025
The red brake system
warning lamp, the yel-
low ESP
®warning lamp
and the yellow ABS
warning lamp light up
while the engine is
running.
GWARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
functions listed above. The front and rear wheels could therefore
lock if you brake hard, for example.
The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely
affected. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation
can increase.
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).
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.
0027 (USA only)
004D (Canada only)
The red brake system
warning lamp comes on
while the vehicle is
moving. A warning tone
also sounds.You are driving with the parking brake engaged.
XRelease the parking brake.
The warning lamp goes out and the warning tone ceases.
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ProblemPossible causes/consequences and0050Solutions
0025
The yellow ABS warning
lamp is lit while the
engine is running.ABS is malfunctioning. This means that ESP®, Crosswind Assist and
hill start assist, for example, are also unavailable.
Other driving systems could be switched off automatically.
GWARNING
The brake system continues to function normally, but without the
functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you
brake hard, for example.
The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely
affected. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation
can increase.
If ESP
®is not operational, ESP®is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
XDrive on carefully.
XVisit a qualified specialist workshop.
If the ABS control unit is faulty, there is also a possibility that
other systems may be unavailable.
00E5
The yellow ESP®warn-
ing lamp is on when you
are driving.
In addition, the \
door warning lamp and
other warning lamps,
e.g. 0077, 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.
00E5
The yellow ESP®warn-
ing lamp flashes while
the vehicle is in
motion.
ESP®or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of
skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin.
Cruise control is automatically deactivated.
XWhen pulling away, only depress the accelerator pedal as far as
necessary.
XEase off the accelerator pedal while the vehicle is in motion.
XAdapt your driving style to suit the road and weather condi-
tions.
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