XTo unlock and open the tailgate:press and
hold the button
on the key.
XTo lock centrally: press the0037button.
The SmartKey centrally locks/unlocks:
Rthe doors
Rthe tailgate
Rthe fuel filler flap
When unlocking, the turn signals flash once.
When locking, they flash twice.
Locking is confirmed by an audible signal.
SmartKey battery
Important safety notes
GWARNING
Batteries contain toxic and corrosive sub-
stances. If batteries are swallowed, it can
result in severe health problems. There is a
risk of fatal injury.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical
attention immediately.
The SmartKey batteries contain perchlorate
material, which may require special han-
dling and regard for the environment.
National guidelines must be observed during
disposal. In California, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/
HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm.
smart recommends that you have the batteries
changed at a qualified specialist workshop.
Replacing the battery
You require a CR 2032 3V cell battery.
XInsert a suitable tool, such as a coin, into
the opening of the key. Turn the tool until
cover 0043of the battery tray opens. When
doing so, do not hold cover 0043shut.
XRemove battery tray cover 0043.
XRemove battery0044.
XInsert the new battery with the positive
terminal facing upwards. Use a lint-free
cloth to do so.
XMake sure that the surface of the battery is
free of lint, grease and other contami-
nants.
XInsert battery tray cover 0043into the hous-
ing and press to close.
XCheck the function of all SmartKey buttons
on the vehicle.
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>> Opening and closing.
Problems with the SmartKey
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and0050Solutions
You cannot lock or
unlock the vehicle
using the SmartKey.The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
XTry again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control
function of the SmartKey. Do this by pressing the 0036or0037
button in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle.
If this does not work:
XChange the key battery if necessary (Ypage 52).
XUnlock the vehicle with the key in the emergency lock
(Ypage 55) or lock the vehicle with the emergency locking
(Ypage 55).
There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
XTry again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control
function of the SmartKey. Do this by pressing the 0036or0037
button in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle.
The SmartKey is faulty.
XUnlock the vehicle with the key in the emergency lock
(Ypage 55) or lock the vehicle with the emergency locking
(Ypage 55).
XHave the SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
You have lost a Smart-
Key.XHave the SmartKey deactivated at a qualified specialist work-
shop.
XReport the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
XIf necessary, have the locks changed as well.
The engine cannot be
started using the
SmartKey.the on-board voltage is too low.
XSwitch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or inte-
rior lighting, and try to start the engine again.
If this does not work:
XCheck the starter battery and charge it if necessary
(Ypage 164).
or
XJump-start the vehicle (Ypage 168).
or
XConsult a qualified specialist workshop.
The steering lock is mechanically blocked.
XRemove the SmartKey and reinsert it into the ignition lock.
When you turn the key, turn the steering wheel in both direc-
tions.
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Problems with the seat heating
ProblemPossible causes/consequences and0050Solutions
The seat heating has
switched off prema-
turely or cannot be
switched on.The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical con-
sumers are switched on.
XSwitch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the
rear window defroster or interior lighting.
Once the battery is sufficiently charged, the seat heating will
switch back on automatically.
Steering wheel
Important safety notes
GWARNING
You could lose control of your vehicle if you
do the following while driving:
Radjust the driver's seat, steering wheel
or mirrors
Rfasten the seat belt
There is a risk of an accident.
Adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or
mirrors and fasten your seat belt before
starting the engine.
GWARNING
Children could injure themselves if they
adjust the steering wheel. There is a risk of
injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.
Never leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle.
Adjusting the steering wheel
GWARNING
If the steering wheel is unlocked while the
vehicle is in motion, it could change posi-
tion unexpectedly. This could cause you to
lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk
of an accident.
Before starting off, make sure the steering wheel is locked. Never unlock the steering
wheel while the vehicle is in motion.
0043Release lever
0044To adjust the steering wheel height
XPush release lever 0043down completely.
The steering column is unlocked.
XSet desired steering wheel height 0044.
XPush release lever0043up completely.
The steering column is locked.
XCheck if the steering column is locked. To
do so, try and push the steering wheel up or down.
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It is better to have the vehicle transported
than to have it towed.
Vehicles with automatic transmission:when
towing a vehicle, the transmission must be in
position N.
The battery must be connected and charged.
Otherwise, you:
Rcannot turn the SmartKey to position 2in
the ignition lock
Rcannot shift the transmission to position N
on vehicles with automatic transmission
iDeactivate the automatic locking feature
(Ypage 55). You could otherwise be locked
out when pushing or towing the vehicle.
iVehicles with the basic carrier fitted:
Do not tow away the vehicle with the basic
carrier fitted.
Do not secure the tow cable or tow bar to the
basic carrier.
Installing/removing the towing eye
Installing the towing eye
XRemove the towing eye from the stowage
space. The towing eye is located in the vehicle
tool kit stowage compartment in the front-
passenger footwell (
Ypage 161).
XCarefully prise out cover 0043using a suit-
able tool, e.g. a plastic wedge.
XScrew in the towing eye clockwise to the
stop and tighten it.
Removing the towing eye
XUnscrew and remove the towing eye.
XPosition top of cover 0043in the bumper and
press it in at the bottom until it engages.
XPlace the towing eye in the vehicle tool kit
stowage compartment in the front-
passenger footwell (
Ypage 161).
Towing the vehicle with the rear axle
raised
When towing your vehicle with the rear axle
raised, it is important that you observe the
safety instructions (
Ypage 170).
!The ignition must be switched off if you
are towing the vehicle with the rear axle
raised. Intervention by ESP
®could other-
wise damage the brake system.
XSwitch on the hazard warning lamps
(Ypage 69).
XBring the front wheels into the straight-
ahead position.
XTurn the SmartKey to position 0in the igni-
tion lock and remove the SmartKey from the
ignition lock.
XVehicles with automatic transmission:
shift the automatic transmission to posi-
tion P.
or
XVehicles with manual transmission:
depress the clutch pedal fully and select
neutral.
XTake the SmartKey with you when you leave
the vehicle.
Towing a vehicle with both axles on the
ground
i
In order to signal a change of direction
when towing with the hazard warning lamps
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