warning light SMART FORTWO COUPE 2013 Owner's Manual

When doing so, observe that the display
and buttons on control element
002Aboth
point upwards.
Control element on the charging cable
(Level 1) G
WARNING
When connected to a power supply socket, a
high electrical load during the charging
process can lead to overheating of the
external power supply. There is a risk of
fire.
Find out about the maximum permissible
current load of the external power supply
socket for the respective country at an
authorized electric drive smart center.
Check the maximum permissible charge
current on site before you begin the
charging process. Contact an authorized
electric drive smart center should you
require assistance. If necessary, adjust
the settings of your vehicle.
! An excessive charge current can blow a
fuse or lead to overheating of the
external power supply. Check whether the
external power supply is compatible
with the set charge current. If necessary,
lower the set charge current or use
another power socket. 0002
AC status display
0003 Monitoring and safety system display
002B Charge current display
002A Set charge current button If the lights on indicator lamps
0002
and 0003light up, it means the following: Indicator lamp
0002 lights up
green The connection to the
external power supply is
OK. The high‑voltage
battery can be charged.
flashes red A malfunction is detected
in the external power
supply. The high‑voltage
battery will be charged
when the current signal
reaches a normal value.
lights up
red There is a malfunction.
The charging cable must
be unplugged from the
power socket and plugged
in again.
Indicator lamp
0003 lights up
green There is no malfunction.
The high‑voltage battery
can be charged.
lights up
red The power supply on the
control element is not
permissible. The
high‑voltage battery
cannot be charged.
i
Information on problems during the
charging process can be found on
(Y page 117).
X To set the charge current: press
button 002Arepeatedly until the desired
setting is selected in display 002B.
R An LED lights up: minimum setting
R All LEDs light up: maximum setting
i Depending on the country, the value of
the maximum setting may vary. High-voltage battery
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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.
G
WARNING
Make sure the service flap is locked while
driving. Otherwise, the service flap could
become detached and pose a hazard to you
or others.
! Check the fill level satregular
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.
X Park the vehicle on level ground.
X Switch off the ignition.
X Engage the parking brake.
Removing X
Using a suitable object, push both
openers 0002towards the inside in
direction of the arrows.
Both levers 0003are released from the
radiator grille.
X Pull both levers 0003forward in direction
of the arrows. X
Pull both levers 0003fully towards the
outside in the direction of the arrows.
X Lift the front of service flap 002B.
X First pull service flap 002Bforward
slightly and then remove it upwards as
indicated by arrow 002A.118
Front compartment>> Operation.

X
Use a windshield washer concentrate
labeled for summer and water for
temperatures above freezing point.
X Use a windshield washer concentrate
labeled for winter and water for
temperatures below freezing point.
! Always use a windshield washer
concentrate labeled for winter where
temperatures may fall below freezing
point. Failure to do so could result in
damage to the washer system/reservoir.
X Premix the windshield washer fluid in a
suitable container.
Observe mixing ratios depending on the
outside temperature (Y page 212).
X Use the tab to pull cap 0002upwards.
X Refill the windshield washer reservoir.
X Push cap 0002onto the windshield washer
reservoir.
X Remount the service flap and close it
(Y page 117). Brake fluid
G
WARNING
During vehicle operation, the boiling
point of the brake fluid is continuously
reduced through the absorptio nofmoisture
from the atmosphere. Under extremely
strenuous operating conditions, this
moisture content can lead to the formation
of bubbles in the system, thus reducing the
system’s efficiency.
Therefore, the brake fluid must be replaced
regularly. Refer to your vehicle’s
Maintenance Booklet for replacement
interval.
The brake fluid level in the brake fluid
reservoir may be too low if the brake
warning lamp in the instrument cluster
comes on (Y page 21) although the parking
brake is released. !
If you find that the brake fluid in the
brake fluid reservoir has fallen to the
minimum mark or below, have the brake
system checked for brake pad thickness
and leaks immediately. Contact an
authorized electric drive smart center
immediately. Do not add brake fluid as
this will not solve the problem.
X Remove the service flap and insert it on
the front of the vehicle (Y page 117).
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the
front compartment on the passenger side. Checking brake fluid level
X
Perform a visual check of the brake fluid
reservoir 0002.
The brake fluid level is correct when it
is between the minimum mark and the
maximum mark.
R If the brake fluid level has fallen
slightly below the minimum mark,
drive to an authorized electric drive
smart center.
R If the brake fluid level has fallen
significantly below the minimum
mark, call Roadside Assistance or an
authorized electric drive smart
center.
X Remount the service flap and close it
(Y page 117). Front compartment
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Treadwear indicator
0002appears as a solid
band across the tread.
Storing tires !
Keep unmounted tires in a cool, dry
place with as little exposure to light as
possible. Protect tires from contact with
oil, grease and fuels.
Cleaning tires !
Never use a round nozzle to power wash
tires. The intense jet of water can result
in damage to the tire.
Always replace a damaged tire. Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards
The Uniform Tire Quality Grading is a U.S.
Government requirement designed to give
drivers consistent and reliable
information regarding tire performance.
Tire manufacturers are required to grade
tires based on three performance factors: treadwear
0002,traction 0003,and temperature
resistance 002B. Although not a Government
of Canada requirement, all tires made for
sale in North America have these grades
branded on the sidewall.
i For illustration purposes only. Actual
data on tires are specific to each vehicle
and may vary from data shown in above
illustration.
Quality grades can be found, where
applicable, on the tire sidewall between
trea dshoulder and maximum sectio nwidth.
For example: Treadwear Traction Temperature
200 AA A
All passenger car tires must conform to
federal safety requirements in addition to
these grades.
Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative
rating based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled condition
son
a specified U.S. government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear
one and one-half (1 1
/ 2 )t
imes as well on the
government course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use,
however, and may depart significantly from
the norm due to variations in driving
habits, service practices and differences
in road characteristics and climate.
Traction G
WARNING
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction
characteristics. 132
Tires and wheels>> Operation.

More frequent washings are necessary to
deal with unfavorable conditions:
R near the ocean
R in industrial areas (smoke, exhaust
emissions)
R during winter operation
You should check your vehicle from time to
time for stone chipping or other damage.
Any damage should be repaired as soon as
possible to prevent corrosion.
In doing so, do not neglect the underbody
of the vehicle. A prerequisite for a
thorough check is a washing of the
underbody followed by a thorough
inspection. Damaged areas need to be re-
undercoated.
Your vehicle has been treated at the factory
with a wax-base rustproofing in the body
cavities which will last for the lifetime of
the vehicle. Post-production treatment is
neither necessary nor recommended by
smart because of the possibility of
incompatibility between materials used in
the production process and others applied
later.
We have selected vehicle-care products
and compiled recommendations which are
specially matched to our vehicles and
which always reflect the latest technology.
You can obtain smart approved vehicle-
care products at an authorized electric
drive smart center.
Scratches, corrosive deposits, corrosion
or damage due to negligent or incorrect
care cannot always be removed or repaired
with the vehicle-care products
recommended here. In such cases it is best
to seek aid at an authorized electric drive
smart center.
The following topics deal with the cleaning
and care of your vehicle and give important
“how-to” information as well as references
to smart approved vehicle-care products. Vehicle care
Contact an authorized electric drive smart
center for recommended and approved care
products.
i Advice on caring for the soft top
system, see (Y page 151). G
WARNING
After washing the vehicle, the brakes may
still be wet and thus their functionality
impaired. Therefore, when you start off,
brake lightly several times without
endangering traffic. 148
Vehicle care>> Operation.

Exterior Special
considerations Lightly soiled
Hand-/Automatic
car washes Heavily soiled
Hand-/Automatic
car washes
Wheels and wheel
covers Two-layer metallic
paint (high-gloss) Car shampoo
concentrate, rim
care Car shampoo
concentrate, rim
care
Retractable soft top PAC fabric Car shampoo
concentrate, soft
top cleaner,
impregnation spray Car shampoo
concentrate, soft
top cleaner,
impregnation spray
Removing insects
Remove insect remains before you start to
wash the vehicle.
X Spray insect remover on.
X Allow insect remover to work in briefly.
X Rub in gently with a soft cloth or sponge.
X Rinse with plenty of water.
X Treat the cleaned surface with hard wax.
Removing tar Remove any tar marks before washing the
vehicle.
X
Apply tar remover with a soft cloth.
X Allow tar remover to work in briefly.
X Rub in gently.
X Rinse with plenty of water.
X Treat the cleaned surface with hard wax.
Vehicle washing In the winter, thoroughly remove all traces
of road salt as soon as possible.
When washing the vehicle underbody, do not
forget to clean the inner sides of the
wheels.
Washing your vehicle by hand
X Wash the vehicle using car shampoo
concentrate and a sponge.
X Rinse with clean water.
X Towel dry the vehicle. !
Do not wash the vehicle in direct
sunlight. The body panel surfaces and
paint finish may be damaged.
Washing your vehicle in an automatic car
wash
i When running your vehicle through an
automatic car wash, water droplets can
run down the insid eofthe side windows.
Unscrew your vehicle’s antenna before
driving into an automatic car wash. X
Removing: Unscrew antenna 0002
counterclockwise.
X Fitting: Screw antenna 0002in clockwise.
Power washer G
WARNING
Do not use a round nozzle (dirt grinders )to
powerwash your vehicle, in particular the
tires. You could otherwise damage the tires
and cause an accident. 150
Vehicle care>> Operation.

Display messages
The following display messages appear in the multifunction displa y(Ypage 81). Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0001 Solutions
0005
Switch Off Engine The coolant is too hot.
In addition, the
0005warning lamp in the instrument cluster
lights up and a warning signal sounds.
X Stop the vehicle immediately as soon as it is safe to do so.
X Switch off the drive system immediately.
X Engage the parking brake.
X Make sure the air supply for the radiator is uninterrupted.
X Only start the drive system again after the display message
disappears. You could otherwise damage the drive system. 0002
(USA only)
0001 (Canada only)
Release Parking Brake You are driving with the parking brake engaged.
In addition, the 0002(USA only), 0001(Canada only) warning
lamp in the instrument cluster lights up and a warning signal
sounds.
X Release the parking brake. 0002
(USA only)
0001 (Canada only)
Brake System See Operator's Manual There is a slight malfunction in the vacuum supply of the
braking system.
X
When braking, continue to depress the brake pedal.
X Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. 0002
(USA only)
0001 (Canada only)
Brake Malfunction 0001Service Required There is a serious malfunction in the vacuum supply of the
braking system.
In addition, a warning signal sounds.
X
Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. 0001
Shift
to N or P to
Start You have attempted to start the engine while the automatic
transmission was in reverse gear
Ror drive position D.
X Shift the automatic transmission into park position Por
neutral position N.
X Make sure that Nor Pis shown in the multifunction display. 0001
Transmission Not
in P The driver's door is open and the gear selector lever is in
position
R,Nor D.
In addition, a warning signal sounds.
X Move the gear selector lever to P. Display messages
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Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0001 Solutions
0001
Malfunction Serv.
Req. There is a malfunction in the coolant compressor or in the
heating/coolant circuit.
X
Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. 0001
Battery Power Too
Low The outside temperature is too low. The full battery capacity
is not available.
The vehicle does not start.
X
Charge the high‑voltage battery (Y page 108).0001
High-voltage
Battery at Reserve
Level The high‑voltage battery has reached reserve level.
X
Charge the high‑voltage battery (Y page 108).0007
Charge HV Battery
Immediately The charge level of the high‑voltage battery is below 5 %.
In addition, a warning signal sounds.
X
Charge the high‑voltage battery (Y page 108).0002
Engine
Restart Not
Possible There is a serious malfunction in the drive system. The drive
system can no longer be started.
In addition, a warning signal sounds.
X
Do not restart the drive system.
X Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. 0002
High-Voltage
System
0001Service Required There is a malfunction in the drive system, the electric motor
or the high‑voltage battery. There is a high‑voltage safety
problem.
In addition, the
0002warning lamp in the instrument cluster
lights up and a warning signal sounds.
X Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. 0001
Drive System
0001Service Required There is a malfunction in the drive system, the electric motor
or the high‑voltage battery.
In addition, the yellow
0001warning lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up.
X Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. 156
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Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
0001 Solutions
0001
Drive System
0001Switch Engine Off There is a malfunction in the drive train. If the drive system
continues to run, the drive train can become damaged.
In addition, the red 0001warning lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up and a warning signal sounds.
X Switch off the drive system.
X Do not continue driving.
X Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. 0007
Do Not Tow
(Away) Either the drive or the high‑voltage system is faulty.
In addition, the
0002warning lamp in the instrument cluster
lights up.
X It is recommended to have the vehicle transported by a
qualified specialist workshop.
Do not tow the vehicle on its own wheels. 0007
Charging Not
Possible There is a malfunction in the on-board charger. The
high‑voltage battery cannot be charged.
X
Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. 0007
Parking Lock
Inactive The gear selector lever is in position
P, but the parking lock
is not detected.
In addition, a warning signal sounds.
X Apply the parking brake.
X Move the gear selector lever to another position, e.g. to R.
X Move the gear selector lever to Pagain. 0001
Driver´s Door Ajar The driver’s door is open.
X
Close the driver’s door. 0002
Door Ajar The passenger door is open.
X
Close the passenger door. 0003
Tailgate Open A tailgate or the rear soft top
9
is open.
X Close the tailgates or the rear soft. 0003
Charge Cable
Connected The charging cable is inserted in the vehicle power socket.
The vehicle cannot be moved.
In addition, a warning signal sounds.
X
To drive off, remove the charging cable from the vehicle
power socket and stow the cable in the vehicle. 9
cabriolet only. Display messages
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Loss of key
Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0001 Solutions
You lose a key. X
Have the key deactivated at an authorized electric drive
smart center.
X Report the loss of the key to your car insurance company
immediately.
X If necessary, have the mechanical lock replaced.
Your authorized electric drive smart center will be glad to
supply you with a replacement following an identity check. Acoustic warning signals
Problem Possible causes/consequences and
0001 Solutions
A warning signal
sounds while driving. You are driving with the parking brake engaged.
X Release the parking brake (Y page 75).A warning signal
sounds when opening
the driver’s door. You have opened the driver’s door while the exterior lighting
is still switched on.
X
Turn the exterior lamp switch to position 0004.A warning signal
sounds. The door is opened while a gear is engaged with the drive
system running and neither the brake nor accelerator pedals
are depressed.
X
Close the driver’s and passenger door.
X Move the gear selector lever to park position P.
or
X Switch off the drive system. You open the driver’s door with the key in starter switch
position
0to remind you not to leave the key in the vehicle.
X Close the driver’s door.
or
X Remove the key from the starter switch. A warning signal
sounds. The seat belts are not fastened when the drive system is
started. For details, see seat belt telltale (Y
page 161).
X Fasten your seat belts. What to do if ...
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