engine SMART FORTWO COUPE 2015 User Guide

result in an accident and/or serious per-
sonal injury.
The switches for both power windows are on
the driver’s door. In addition, there is a
switch for the passenger side on the
passenger door. :
Side window driver’s door
; Side window passenger door
X Make sure the key is in starter switch
position 1.
X Opening: Press and hold the top of the
respective switch.
The corresponding side window moves
downwards until you release the switch.
X Closing: Pull and hold the top of the
respective switch.
The corresponding side window moves
upwards until you release the switch.
X Automatic opening: Press the top of the
respective switch briefly.
The corresponding side window opens
completely.
X Stopping during automatic opening:
Press or pull the top of the respective
switch again.
The corresponding side window stops
immediately. Driving and parking
Starting
G
WARNING
Make sure absolutely no objects are
obstructing the pedals’ range of motion.
Keep the driver’s footwell clear of all
obstacles. If there are any floormats* or
carpets in the footwell, make sure the ped- als still have sufficient clearance.
During sudden acceleration or braking
maneuvers, the objects could get caught
between or beneath the pedals and restrictyour ability to brake or accelerate. This
could lead to accidents and/or injury. G
WARNING
A vehicle with an electric motor produces
significantly lower noise levels than a
vehicle with a combustion engine. Other
motorists or pedestrians, especially those who are visually or hearing impaired, may
be unable to hear your vehicle while it is in
motion. This is particularly true when
driving at lower speeds and during parking
maneuvers. At all times, it is the respon-
sibility of the driver to be aware of their
surroundings, especially in these low
speed situations. Otherwise other road
users could be seriously or fatally injured.
Vehicles equipped with an Acoustic Vehi-
cle Indication* emit a certain noise. Thus,
your vehicle will be better noticed by other
road users at low speeds (Y page 48).
X Fasten the seat belt.
X Depress the brake pedal.
X Insert the key into the starter switch.
X Move the gear selector lever to position
P or N.
P or Nappears in the transmission posi-
tion indicator.
X Turn the key to starter switch position 2
(Y page 57). Hold the key until READY READY76
Driving and parking>> Controls.
* optional

In overrun or braking mode, the motor's
braking effect may therefore be reduced or may not be present at all.
As a result of the reduced engine braking
effect, you may cause an accident and
injure yourself or others.
Compensate for the reduced engine braking
effect by pressing the brake pedal accord-
ingly, as required.
Using the steering wheel paddle shifters*, you can increase or decrease the recuper-
ation in overrun phases. Recuperation
takes place when you release the acceler-
ator pedal. The electric motor will then be
used as a generator and energy will be
regained while driving. The regained
energy is stored in the high-voltage bat-
tery. High recuperation decelerates your
vehicle stronger.
In overrun phases, there are three levels of recuperation:
R no recuperation (level 0, coasting)
R moderate recuperation (level 1)
R high-level recuperation (level 2)
The amount of recuperation in overrun
mode is displayed in the power gauge
(Y page 81).
The set mode for recuperation is shown in
the recuperation display (Y page 84).
When you switch on the ignition, level 1 is
automatically preset. :
Left steering wheel paddle shifter
(minus)
; Right steering wheel paddle shifter
(plus)
X Decrease recuperation: Pull left steer-
ing wheel paddle shifter :.
X Increase recuperation: Pull right steer-
ing wheel paddle shifter ;.
Use the different levels 0 to 2 for condi-
tions as described below: Level 0 Driving without frequent
breaking. No sharp bends on
the road ahead.
Maximum kinetic energy
remains for the vehicle.
Level 1 Normal driving, standard set-
ting. Level 2 Sporty driving.
The break pedal has to be
depressed less often, as the
deceleration due to recuper-
ation is higher than in level
1.
The energy efficiency is sub-
stantially higher than if the
vehicle is decelerated by
depressing the brake pedal. At levels 1 and 2 the vehicle can be step-
lessly decelerated by depressing the brake
pedal.
i Under certain circumstances, in over-
run phases recuperation does not work as
described above. This may be e. g the 80
Transmission>> Controls.
* optional

Charge level gauge
!
Do not hang any objects on the charge
level gauge.
This could cause the charge level gauge
to be torn from its mountings and be dam-
aged.
The charge level gauge :displays charge
status of the high-voltage battery as a per-
centage.
When the High-voltage Battery at High-voltage Battery at
Reserve Level
Reserve Level message appears in the
multifunction display while the drive sys- tem is in operation, the high-voltage bat-
tery has reached the reserve level.
i If the charge level of the high-voltage
battery has dropped below 20 %, recharge it at:
R an AC power socket (Y page 114)
R a private wall box (Y page 115)
R a public charging station
(Y page 117)
Power gauge G
WARNING
The operating condition of the high-volt-
age battery (e.g. not yet at normal operat-
ing temperature or fully charged) influen- ces the braking effect of the electric
motor.
In overrun or braking mode, the motor's
braking effect may therefore be reduced or
may not be present at all.
As a result of the reduced engine braking
effect, you may cause an accident and
injure yourself or others.
Compensate for the reduced engine braking effect by pressing the brake pedal accord-
ingly, as required.
! Do not hang any objects on the power
gauge.
This could cause the power gauge to be
torn from its mountings and be damaged. Power gauge
;contains two segments:
R Section right of 0
Power gauge ;indicates the current
power that the drive system delivers to
the rear wheels. 100 % correspond to 55 kW peak power.
R Section left of 0
When you release the accelerator pedal
or when you depress the brake pedal, the
electric motor operates as a generator.
Electric current is produced and stored
in the high-voltage battery. As long as
the high-voltage battery is being
charged, the electric motor simulates an
engine brake.
When the pointer of power gauge ;is in
the "OFF“ position, the vehicle is not ready to drive, because:
R the drive system has not been started
R the gear selector lever has not been
moved to position Nor Pwhen starting
the drive system
R the charging cable is connected to the
vehicle
R there is not enough power from the high-
voltage battery
R a problem occured in the high-voltage
system
After the drive system has been started, the pointer of power gauge ;moves to posi-
tion 0.READY
READY appears in the multifunction
display (Y page 87). The vehicle is ready
to drive. Adjusting instrument cluster illumi-
nation
You can adjust the illumination of R the switches and dials in the instrument
cluster
R the radio
R the climate control panel
R the charge level and power gauges
Five illumination levels are available. 82
Instrument cluster>> Controls.

:
USB socket
; AUX socket smart surround sound system*
The smart surround sound system supple-
ments the existing speakers with more
powerful and additional speakers (includ- ing a digital amplifier in the passenger
footwell and a passive subwoofer). Driving systems
Cruise control*
The cruise control maintains the speed you set for your vehicle automatically. On
downhill grades, the cruise control does
not brake the vehicle via the brake system.
The cruise control can only use the braking power of the engine. You must apply the
brakes yourself in order to reduce the
vehicle speed. The cruise control will then
be canceled. G
WARNING
The cruise control is a convenience system designed to assist the driver during vehi-
cle operation. The cruise control cannot
take road, traffic, and weather conditions
into account. The driver is and must always
remain responsible for the vehicle’s speed and for safe brake operation. Do not use the cruise control
R if the road, traffic, and weather condi-
tions do not make it advisable to travel at
a constant speed
R on slippery roads
Rapid changes in tire traction can result
in wheel spin and loss of control.
R when driving in fog
The use of the cruise control is recommen-
ded for driving at a constant speed for
extended periods of time.
With the cruise control is activated and a
speed set, the following message appears
in the multifunction display: U.S. vehicles
:
Cruise control activated
; Set speed Canada vehicles
:
Cruise control activated
; Set speed
The cruise control is operated via buttons
on the steering wheel. Driving systems
97>> Controls.
* optional Z

Standing water
Do not drive through flooded areas or water of unknown depth. Before driving through
water, determine its depth. Never acceler-
ate before driving into water.
If you must drive through standing water,
drive slowly to prevent water from entering
R the front compartment
R the engine compartment
R the passenger compartment
! Water in these areas could cause dam-
age to
R electrical components
R electrical wiring
R the drive system
R the high-voltage battery
Any such damage is not covered by the
smart Limited Warranty. Passenger compartment
G
WARNING
Always fasten items being carried as
securely as possible.
In an accident, during hard braking or sud- den maneuvers, loose items thrown around
inside the vehicle may injure vehicle
occupants.
The cargo compartment is the preferred
place to carry objects. Control and operation of radio trans-
mitters
Radio and telephone G
WARNING
Please do not forget that your primary
responsibility is to drive the vehicle
safely. Only operate the radio or tele- phone
8
if road, weather and traffic condi-
tions permit.
Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph
(approximately 50 km/h), your vehicle is
covering a distance of 44 feet (approx-
imately 14 m) every second.
Telephones and two-way radios G
WARNING
Never operate radio transmitters equipped with a built-in or attached antenna (i.e.
without being connected to an external
antenna) from inside the vehicle while the
drive system is switched on. Doing so couldlead to a malfunction of the vehicle’s elec-
tronic system, possibly resulting in an
accident and/or serious personal injury.
Radio transmitters, such as a mobile phone
or a citizens band unit should only be used inside the vehicle if they are connected to an antenna that is installed on the outside
of the vehicle.
Refer to the radio transmitter operation
instructions regarding use of an external
antenna. Coolant temperature
During severe operating conditions and
stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-
perature may rise. ! Excessive coolant temperature causes
the red coolant temperature warning
lamp ? in the instrument cluster to
come on.
The drive system should not be operated
with the red coolant temperature warn-
ing lamp ?illuminated. Doing so may
cause serious damage to the drive system
and the high-voltage battery, which is
not covered by the smart Limited War-
ranty.
8 Observe all legal requirements. 152
Driving instructions>> Operation.

!
Do not aim directly at
R electrical parts
R electrical connectors
R seals
R other rubber parts
The distance should be at least 3.9 in
(10 cm) and the water temperature must
not exceed 140¦ (60¥). Follow the
instructions provided by the power
washer manufacturer on maintaining a
distance between the vehicle and the
nozzle of the power washer.
Always keep the jet of water moving
across the surface.
! Powerwashing could damage
R the high-voltage battery
R the drive system
R the engine compartment
Do not powerwash these components.
Decorative foils !
Decorative foils are permanently
adhered to the painted parts of the vehi-
cle and cannot be removed.
! Do not expose the foils to solvents, gas-
oline or diesel.
i When cleaning with a power washer, note
the following guideline values:
R Water temperature max. 176 ¦(80¥)
R Minimum distance 11.8 in (30 cm)
R Jet of water strike at a right angle Paintwork care
The frequency with which you care for your paintwork is dependent on
R how much the vehicle is used
R where you normally park the vehicle (e.g.
in a garage or under a tree)
R the season
R weather and environmental influences Rectifying paintwork damage You can use a touch-up paint pen to repair
minimal stone chip damage and scratches.
Recommended touch-up paint pens can be
obtained in a smart center.
i For any major paintwork damage, please
contact a smart center. Exterior Repair options
Plastic parts (body
panels) with clear-
coat Clearcoat touch-up
paint pen
Body panels with
base coat and
clearcoat recommended
touch-up paint pen
set in the relevant
color
tridion safety cell recommended
touch-up paint pen
set in the relevant
color
Soft top system (cabriolet only)
Regular care will protect the retractable
soft top and the rear soft top against exter- nal influences, helping to preserve its
value. Use only an approved soft top
cleaner when removing dirt from the soft
top.
! Never clean the soft top using a power
washer, as water could get into the inside of the vehicle.
Cleaning the soft top fabric !
Only clean the retractable soft top and
the rear soft top when they are closed.
Dry cleaning
X Brush the soft top fabric with a soft
brush, always working in the same direc-
tion, i.e. from front to back. Vehicle care
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Display messages
The following display messages appear in the multifunction display (Y page 83).
You can confirm certain display messages.
X Confirming messages: Press the OK button on the control lever briefly (Y page 83).Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
M
MSolutions ?
Switch Off Engine Switch Off Engine The coolant is too hot.
In addition, the
?warning 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. $
(USA only)
J (Canada only)
Release Parking Release Parking
Brake Brake You are driving with the parking brake engaged.
In addition, the $(USA only), J(Canada only) warning
lamp in the instrument cluster lights up and a warning signal sounds.
X Release the parking brake. $
(USA only)
J (Canada only)
Brake System See
Brake System See
Operator's Manual Operator's Manual There is a slight malfunction in the vacuum supply of the brak-
ing system.
X When braking, continue to depress the brake pedal.
X Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. $
(USA only)
J (Canada only)
Brake Malfunction
Brake Malfunction
Y Service Required
Service 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. 5
Shift Shift
to
toN
Nor
or P
Pto
to
Start
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. Display messages
161>> Practical hints. Z

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
M
MSolutions 5
Transmission Not Transmission Not
in P 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.5
Malfunction Serv. Malfunction Serv.
Req. Req. There is a malfunction in the coolant compressor or in the
heating/coolant circuit.
X Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. 5
Battery Power Too Battery Power Too
Low 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 112).ÿ
High-voltage Bat‐ High-voltage Bat‐
tery at Reserve tery at Reserve
Level Level The high‑voltage battery has reached reserve level.
X Charge the high‑voltage battery (Y page 112).*
Charge HV Battery Charge HV Battery
Immediately 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 112).N
Engine Engine
Restart
Restart Not
Not
Possible
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. N
High-Voltage Sys‐ High-Voltage Sys‐
tem tem
Y Service Required
Service 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 Nwarning lamp in the instrument cluster
lights up and a warning signal sounds.
X Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. þ
Reduce Reduce
YSpeed Speed The vehicle speed exceeds 84 mph (135 kmh).
In addition, a warning signal sounds.
X Reduce the speed.
The message disappears. 162
Display messages>> Practical hints.

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
M
MSolutions þ
Drive System Drive System
Y Service Required Service Required There is a malfunction in the drive system, the electric motor
or the high‑voltage battery.
In addition, the yellow þwarning lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up.
X Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. þ
Drive System Drive System
Y Switch
Switch Engine
EngineOff
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
þwarning lamp in the instrument clus-
ter 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. *
Do Not Tow Do Not Tow
(Away)
(Away) Either the drive or the high‑voltage system is faulty.
In addition, the
Nwarning 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. *
Charging Charging
Not
NotPossi‐
Possi‐
ble
ble There is a malfunction in the on-board charger. The high‑volt-
age battery cannot be charged.
X Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. *
Parking Lock Inac‐ Parking Lock Inac‐
tive tive 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. Ö
Driver´s Door Ajar Driver´s Door Ajar The driver’s door is open.
X Close the driver’s door. Ø
Door Ajar Door Ajar The passenger door is open.
X
Close the passenger door. Õ
Tailgate Open Tailgate Open A tailgate or the rear soft top
9
is open.
X Close the tailgates or the rear soft. 9
cabriolet only. Display messages
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Jump start assistance
Your vehicle’s 12-volt battery is located in the passenger footwell below the footrest
(Y page 199).
For jump starting, use the terminals of the battery, keeping the leads connected.
X Make sure the two vehicles do not touch.
X Switch off all electrical consumers.
X Engage the parking brake.
X Move the gear selector lever to park position P.
X Switch off the drive system.
X Get access to the battery in the passenger footwell (Y page 199).
X Remove the positive terminal cover. Position
Arepresents the charged battery of another vehicle or an equivalent starter
pack.
! Never invert the terminal connections!
X Connect positive terminal :of charged battery Awith positive terminal ;of your
vehicle’s battery Bwith a jumper cable. Clamp the jumper cable to positive termi-
nal :of charged battery Afirst.
X Start the engine of the vehicle with charged battery A.
X Connect negative terminal =of charged battery Awith negative terminal ?of your
vehicle’s battery Bwith a jumper cable. Clamp the jumper cable to negative terminal
= of charged battery Afirst.
X Start the drive system of your vehicle. You can now switch on minimal consumers. Do not
switch on large consumers such as the rear window defroster or headlamps. 202
Jump starting>> Practical hints.