check engine SMART FORTWO COUPE 2011 Owners Manual

Let the fun begin!
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with
your smart fortwo coupé or smart fortwo
cabriolet and read through the Operator’s
Manual before driving. This will ensure
you get more fun out of your vehicle - and
avoid danger to yourself and others.
This Operator’s Manual contains very
important information about how to safely
and effectively operate the vehicle. It is
important to note that this is a unique
vehicle. It is obviously smaller than most
vehicles on the road and, for this reason,
it can provide both unique experiences and
special responsibilities. It is extremely
important that you read this entire Manual
and that you familiarize yourself with how
the vehicle works. Some of the features may
be different from the features on other
compact passenger vehicles. Should you
have any questions about the vehicle and
how to safely operate its features, please
use common sense and contact smart dealer
representatives, who are available to help
you.
smart is a vehicle manufactured by
Daimler, distributed in the United States
by smart USA Distributor LLC., and in
Canada by Mercedes-Benz Canada, and sold
and serviced by independent, authorized
smart centers.
Because of this vehicle’s unique
characteristics, we strongly recommend
that you service and maintain the vehicle
only at authorized smart service
facilities. A list of service facilities is
available by calling smart Customer
Assistance representatives at:
1‑800‑762‑7887 (in the USA)
1‑877‑627‑8004 (in Canada)
Although we cannot prevent you from
servicing the vehicle at facilities other
than smart authorized facilities, this is
not advisable.
Optional extras are identified with an
asterisk*. The equipment in your vehicle
may vary depending on the model, versionand availability. smart is constantly
bringing its vehicles up to the very latest
state of the art and reserves the right to
modify them in form, equipment and
engineering.
Should you find that a particular feature in
this manual is important to your decision
to purchase the vehicle, we recommend that
you personally check the vehicle to ensure
that this feature has been installed before
buying the vehicle.
The Operator’s Manual, Quick Guide and
Maintenance/Warranty Booklet (USA only)
or Service/Warranty Booklet (Canada only)
belong to the vehicle. You should always
keep these documents in the vehicle and
make sure you pass them on to the next owner
if and when you sell your smart.
Please contact an authorized smart center
if you have any further questions.
The Technical Documentation team at
Daimler wishes you many happy hours at the
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ABS (Antilock Brake System) ............. 46
Indicator lamp ........................ 165
Accessory weight .......................... 142
Accidents Air bags .................................. 33
Additives
Engine oil .............................. 221
Gasoline ................................ 222
Address change .............................. 15
Air bags ....................................... 33
Children .................................. 33
Front, driver and passenger .........36
Front, passenger ....................... 36
Head-thorax ............................. 37
Knee bag .................................. 37
Passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp ..................... 28, 41
Safety guidelines ......................35
SRS indicator lamp ...................168
Thorax-pelvis .......................... 38
Window curtain ......................... 38
Air conditioning
see HVAC ................................ 103
Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 221
Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure
Air pressure (tires) ....................... 142
Air vents ..................................... 105
Alarm system see Anti-theft systems
Ambient lighting ........................... 69
Anticorrosion/antifreeze ............... 223
Antiglare, Interior rear view
mirror ......................................... 62
Antilock Brake System see ABS
Anti-theft systems ......................... 48
Anti-theft warning system ...........48
Electronic immobilizer ..............48
Interior motion sensor ...............49
Tow-away alarm ......................... 49
Aquaplaning
see Hydroplaning
Armrest ........................................ 59
Aspect ratio (tires) ....................... 142Audio system ................................. 99
Automatic headlamp mode ................ 65
Automatic locking .......................... 53
Automatic transmission .................. 82
Display message ....................... 161
Driving tips ............................. 84
Emergency operation (limp-
home mode) ............................... 86
Gear selector lever ....................82
Gear selector lever positions ......83
Gearshift pattern ...................... 82
Hill-start assist system .............. 84
Manual gearshifting ..................84
Shifting procedure ....................82
Auxiliary instruments
Cockpit clock ........................... 92
Tachometer .............................. 92
AUX socket .................................. 100
B
Backrest see Seats
Backup lamp ................................. 182
Bar (air pressure unit) ................... 143
Battery Charging ................................ 195
Indicator lamp ......................... 170
Jump starting .......................... 198
Removing and installing ............195
Battery (key)
Replacing the transmitter
battery ................................... 179
Bead (tire) .................................. 143
Brake fluid .................................. 125
Checking ................................ 125
Brake lamp .................................. 182
Brake pedal ................................... 81
Brakes ........................................ 147
Parking brake ........................... 80
Warning lamp .......................... 166
Break-in period ........................... 118
Bulbs Front ..................................... 181
Rear ...................................... 182
Replacing ............................... 180
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Driving and parkingSafety notes .............................. 78
Driving safety systems .................... 46
ABS ........................................ 46
ESP ®
....................................... 47
Hydraulic brake assistant ...........48
E
Electrical system Improper work on or
modifications ........................... 15
Power outlet ............................ 115
Electronic immobilizer .................. 48
Display message ....................... 161
Electronic Power Steering
see EPS
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP ®

Emergency, in case of
Hazard warning flasher ..........48, 68
Roadside Assistance ..................14
Emergency operation (limp-home
mode) .......................................... 86
Emergency Tensioning Device see ETD
Emission control .......................... 152
Information label ..................... 213
System warranties ......................13
Engine
Break-in recommendations .........118
Compartment ........................... 119
Compartment cover .................... 119
Electronics ............................. 212
Malfunction indicator lamp ........173
Number .................................. 215
Starting .................................. 78
Turning off .............................. 81
Engine coolant
see Coolant
Engine oil
Adding ................................... 121
Additives ............................... 221
Checking level ......................... 120
Consumption ........................... 120
Oil dipstick ............................ 121
EPS (Electronic Power Steering)
Warning lamp .......................... 169
ESP®
(Electronic Stability Program) ... 47
Warning lamp .......................... 169
ETD (Emergency Tensioning Device) ... 33
Safety guidelines ......................35
Exterior lamp switch ...................... 64
Exterior lighting Overview ................................ 181
Exterior rear view mirrors .............. 61
Exterior view of vehicle .................. 20
F
First-aid kit ............................... 160
Flat tire ..................................... 188
Fluids Capacities ............................. 220
Engine coolant ........................ 220
Engine oil .............................. 220
Fog lamps ................................ 68, 181
Front air bags see Air bags
Front compartment ........................ 122
Front lamps Overview ................................ 181
Fuel ........................................... 148
Additives ............................... 222
Capacity, fuel tank ...................220
Fuel filler flap and cap .............118
Fuel level display .....................90
Premium unleaded
gasoline ..................... 119, 220, 221
Refueling ............................... 118
Requirements .......................... 222
Fuel cap
Indicator lamp ......................... 172
Fuel filler flap ............................. 118
Fuel level display .......................... 90
Fuel tank Capacity ................................ 220
Fuel filler flap and cap .............118
Refueling ............................... 118
Fuse chart ................................... 207
Fuses ......................................... 204
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OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................ 39
Self-test ................................. 42
Oil
see Engine oil
Oil level
see Engine oil, Checking level
On-board Diagnostics Socket (OBD) ... 213
Operating safety ............................ 15
Outside temperature display ............ 89
Overhead control panel ................... 28
P
Paintwork care ............................. 157
Panic alarm .................................. 45
Parcel nets ............................. 108, 112
Parking ........................................ 79
Parking brake ............................... 80
Parking lamps .............................. 181
Parts service ............................... 212
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp see Passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp
Passenger front air bag ................... 36
Passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp .................... 28, 36, 175
Passenger safety see Occupant safety
Passenger seat ............................... 60
Pedals ........................................ 146
Power assistance .......................... 146
Power outlet ................................. 115
Power washer ................................ 156
Practical hints Battery .................................. 195
Display messages .....................160
Flat tire ................................. 188
Fuses ..................................... 204
Jump starting .......................... 198
Replacing bulbs ....................... 180
Replacing transmitter battery ....179
Replacing wiper blades .............186
Towing ................................... 201
Unlocking/locking manually .......178
Warning and indicator
lamps ............................... 164, 175
What to do if ........................... 164
Where will I find...? .................160
Premium unleaded gasoline ............ 222
Problems with your vehicle .............. 16
Product information ....................... 13
Production options weight .............. 143
PSI (air pressure unit) ................... 144
R
Radio .......................................... 99
smart entry line ....................... 100
smart high line ........................ 100
Radio transmitters ........................ 152
Rain-light sensor .......................... 70
Rear lamps Overview ................................ 182
Rear window defroster .................... 107
Rear window wiper/washer ................ 71
Replacing wiper blade ..............186
Recommended tire inflation
pressure ................................ 127, 144
Refrigerant, air conditioning ......... 221
Refueling .................................... 118
Remote control see Key
Replacing bulbs ............................ 180
Reporting safety defects .................. 16
Research Octane Number see RON
Reserve fuel indicator .................... 92
Restraint systems see Occupant safety
Rims ..................................... 144, 217
Roadside Assistance ....................... 14
RON (Research Octane Number) ......... 222
Roof see Soft top system
S
Safety Driving safety systems ...............46
Occupant safety ......................... 30
Reporting defects ......................16
Safety belts
see Seat belts
Seat belt force limiter .................... 33
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Technical data (dimensions)see Vehicle specification
Technical data (weights)
see Vehicle specification
Temperature
Coolant .................................. 153
Interior temperature ................105
Outside ................................... 89
Tether anchorage points
see Children in the vehicle
Thorax-pelvis side air bags ............. 38
Tightening torque Wheels ................................... 138
TIN (Tire Identification
Number) ................................. 141, 144
Tire and Loading Information
placard ....................................... 132
Tire and loading terminology .......... 142
Tire Identification Number see TIN
Tire inflation pressure
Checking ................................ 128
Important notes on ....................128
Placard on driver’s door B-
pillar .................................... 132
Tire labeling ............................... 138
Tire load rating ........................... 144
Tire ply composition and material
used ........................................... 144
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ........................................ 129
Tire repair kit ....................... 160, 188
Tires .................................... 126, 217
Air pressure ............................ 127
Care and maintenance ................ 135
Cleaning ................................ 136
Direction of rotation, spinning ..135
Driving instructions ................149
Flat tire ................................. 188
Important notes on tire
inflation pressure .................... 128
Inflation pressure ..............128, 129
Information placard .................132
Inspection .............................. 136
Labeling ................................ 138
Load rating ............................. 144Ply composition and material
used ...................................... 144
Problems under-/overinflation ...128
Retreads ................................. 126
Rims and tires (technical data) ...217
Rotation ................................. 138
Service life ............................ 136
Sizes ..................................... 217
Snow chains ............................ 145
Speed rating ................ 140, 144, 150
Storing .................................. 136
Temperature ...................... 128, 137
Terminology ............................ 142
Tire Identification Number ..141, 144
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) .......................... 129
Traction ...................... 137, 144, 150
Tread ..................................... 144
Tread depth ....................... 136, 145
Treadwear indicators ..........136, 144
Vehicle maximum load on ...........145
Wheel change ........................... 193
Winter tires ...................... 145, 217
Tire speed rating .................... 140, 144
Top tether see Children in the vehicle
Total load limit ........................... 144
Tow-away alarm ............................. 49
Towing ....................................... 201
Traction ................................ 144, 150
Transmission see Automatic transmission
Transmission position indicator ...... 88
Transmitting power values .............. 212
Traveling abroad .......................... 153
Tread (tires) ................................ 144
Tread depth (tires) .................. 136, 145
Treadwear indicators (tires) ..... 136, 144
Trip odometer, resetting ................. 91
Turning off the engine .................... 81
Turn signal lamps .......................... 181
Turn signals .................................. 67
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005DFor removing key004AIgnition (power supply for all
electrical consumers) and driving
position
All lamps (except low‑beam
headlamp indicator lamp,
high‑beam headlamp indicator
lamp, and turn signal indicator
lamps unless activated) in the
instrument cluster come on. If a
lamp in the instrument cluster fails
to come on when the ignition is
switched on, have it checked and
replaced if necessary. If a lamp in
the instrument cluster remains on
after starting the engine or comes
on while driving, refer to “Warning
and indicator lamps in the
instrument cluster” ( Y page 164).004BStarting ( Y page 78)
i
When you switch on the ignition, the
indicator and warning lamps (except
low‑beam headlamp indicator lamp,
high‑beam headlamp indicator lamp, and
turn signal indicator lamps unless
activated) in the instrument cluster
come on. The indicator and warning
lamps (except low‑beam headlamp
indicator lamp, high‑beam headlamp
indicator lamp, and turn signal
indicator lamps if activated) will go out
when the engine is running. This
indicates that the respective systems
are operational.
Seats
Safety notes
GWarning!
All seat adjustments, as well as fastening
of seat belts, must be done before the
vehicle is operated.
GWarning!
When adjusting the seat, make sure no one
becomes trapped.
Do not adjust the driver’s seat while
driving. Adjusting the seat while driving
could cause the driver to lose control of the
vehicle.
Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat
backrest in an excessively reclined
position as this can be dangerous. You
could slide under the seat belt in a
collision. If you slide under the seat belt,
it could apply force at the abdomen or neck,
potentially causing serious or fatal
injuries. The seat backrest and seat belts
provide the best restraint when the wearer
is in a position that is as upright as
possible and seat belts are properly
positioned on the body.
Your seat must be adjusted so that you can
correctly fasten your seat belt.
Observe the following points:
R Adjust the seat backrest until your arms
are slightly angled when holding the
steering wheel.
R Adjust the seat to a comfortable seating
position that still allows you to reach the
accelerator/brake pedal safely. The
position should be as far back as
possible with the driver still able to
operate the controls properly.
R Never place hands under the seat or near
any moving parts while a seat is being
adjusted.
Failure to do so could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury.
Observe the notes on the air bag system.
GWarning!
Children 12 years old and under must be
seated and properly secured in an
appropriately sized infant restraint,
toddler restraint, or booster seat
recommended for the size and weight of the
58Seats>> Controls.
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XPress the accelerator pedal past the
point of resistance.
Depending on the engine speed the
transmission shifts into a lower gear.XWhen you have reached the desired speed,
briefly push the gear selector lever
forward in the + direction ( Y page 82).
or
XPull right shift paddle 0047 (Y page 85)
towards you.
The transmission shifts to the next
higher gear.
Deactivating manual gearshifting
XWith drive position D selected: Pull and
hold right shift paddle 0047 (Y page 85)
towards you for longer than two seconds.
or
XWith manual gearshifting M selected:
Move the gear selector lever to drive
position D ( Y page 82).
System-controlled automatic
gearshifting is switched on again.
Emergency operation (limp-home
mode)
In this mode only a certain gear or a
certain gear combination can be selected.
This mode is triggered in case of
transmission malfunctions and enables you
driving to the nearest workshop such as a
smart center.
If vehicle acceleration becomes less
responsive or sluggish or the transmission
no longer shifts, the transmission is most
likely operating in limp-home (emergency
operation) mode. The transmission
position indicator flashes and the ¬
symbol appears in the multifunction
display.
Driving in limp-home mode:XMove the gear selector lever to drive
position D ( Y page 82).XContinue to drive.XHave the transmission checked at an
authorized smart center as soon as
possible.
i It is possible that a gear combination
including the reverse gear can not be
selected. Keep in mind when parking,
that reversing the vehicle might be
impossible.
In case of a minor transmission
malfunction, it might be possible to teach-
in the transmission in order to restore the
normal transmission mode.
i If the attempt to teach-in the
transmission fails, you cannot continue
to drive. Therefore we strongly
recommend that you have the
transmission taught-in at a qualified
workshop or at an authorized smart
center.
Teaching-in the transmission system:
XStop the vehicle in a safe location.XMove the gear selector lever to park
position P.XTurn off the engine.XWait at least 30 seconds before
restarting.XPress the brake pedal.XRestart the engine
Three bars instead of P appear in the
multifunction display.XWait at least 30 seconds.
The transmission is taught in.
When teaching-in was successful: P
appears in the multifunction display again
and normal transmission operating is
restored.
XContinue to drive.86Transmission>> Controls.
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0088 Fuel type label0086 HolderXTurn off the engine.XRemove the key from the starter switch.XOpen the fuel filler flap by pulling at the
point indicated by arrow 0046.XTurn fuel filler cap 008A counterclockwise
and hold on to it until possible pressure
is released.XTake off fuel filler cap 008A.
!
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.
XInsert fuel filler cap 008A in direction of
arrow 0047 into holder 0086 on the inside of
the fuel filler flap.XFully insert filler nozzle unit and
refuel.XOnly fill your tank until the filler nozzle
unit cuts out — do not top off or overfill .GWarning!
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.
XReplace fuel filler cap 008A.XTurn fuel filler cap 008A 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.
XClose 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 120)
R Tire inflation pressure ( Y page 128)
R Coolant level ( Y page 124)
R Vehicle lighting ( Y page 180)
R Windshield washer system ( Y page 124)
R Brake fluid ( Y page 125)
Engine compartment
Engine compartment cover
Open the engine compartment cover to
check the engine oil level and if necessary,
to add engine oil.
GWarning!
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.
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When checking the engine oil level
Rthe vehicle must be parked on level
ground
Rthe vehicle must have been stationary for
at least five minutes with the engine
turned off
XTurn off the engine.XEngage the parking brake.XOpen the tailgate.XOpen the engine compartment cover
(Y page 119).
The oil dipstick is located in the engine
compartment on the passenger side.
XPull out oil dipstick \000F.XWipe oil dipstick \000F clean with a clean
cloth.
XFully insert oil dipstick \000F into the
dipstick guide tube.
XPull out oil dipstick \000F again after
approximately one minute to obtain
accurate reading.
The oil level is correct when it is
between lower mark \000

XCheck the engine oil level once more.XAdd 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.
XScrew filler cap \000F back on the filler
neck.
XClose the engine compartment cover
(Y page 119).
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.
iThe service flap has a strap on the rear
side that ties it to the vehicle body.
GWarning!
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.
GWarning!
Make sure the service flap is locked while
driving. Otherwise, the service flap could
become detached and pose a hazard to you
or others.
GWarning!
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.
XPark the vehicle on level ground.XTurn off the engine.XEngage the parking brake.
Removing
XFold both levers \000G outward in direction
of the arrows \000