tow SMART FORTWO COUPE ELECTRIC DRIVE 2013 Owner's Manual

>> Practical hints.Where will
Ifind ... .......................... 154
Display messages ............................. 155
What to do if ... ............................... 159
Unlocking/locking manually ...............170
Replacing transmitter battery ............171
Replacing bulbs .............................. 172
Replacing wiper blade s..................... 178
Flat tire ........................................ 180
Wheel change ................................... 188
Batteries ....................................... 190
Jump starting .................................. 193
Towing ........................................... 196
Fuses ............................................. 198

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
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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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Replacing bulbs for front lamps
Before you start to replace a bulb for a
front lamp, do the following first:
X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position
0004 (Ypage 62).
X Switch off the ignition.
X Open the service flap (Y page 117).Left headlamp, (right headlamp in reverse)
Parking and side marker lamp bulb X
Removing:
Driver’s side: Turn bulb socket 002Atoward
the outside.
Passenger side: Turn bulb socket 002A
toward the outside.
X Pull bulb socket 002Aout of the headlamp
housing.
X Pull the bulb out of bulb socket 002A.
X Installing: Insert the new bulb into bulb
socket 002A.
X Insert bulb socket 002Ainto the headlamp
housing.
X Driver side: Turn bulb socket 002Atoward
the inside.
Passenger side: Turn bulb socket 002A
toward the inside.
Low‑beam headlamp bulb X
Removing: Take off low‑beam headlamp
cover 002B.
X Detach the electrical connector. X
Bend the retainer spring end down and
forward until it unclips .Fold the
retainer spring back.
X Pull the bulb out of the headlamp
housing.
X Installing: Insert the new bulb into the
headlamp housing.
X Fold the retainer spring forward.
X Bend the retainer spring end forward
then up and back to clip in.
X Attach the electrical connector.
X Reinstall low‑beam headlamp cover 002B.
High‑beam headlamp bulb X
Removing: Take off high‑beam headlamp
cover 0003.
X Detach the electrical connector.
X Tilt the bulb socket down and pull it out.
X Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket.
X Installing: Insert the new bulb into the
bulb socket.
X Fit the bulb so that the retaining lug of
the base plate is pointing up.
X Press the bulb into the bulb socket until
it is fully engaged.
X Attach the electrical connector.
X Reinstall high‑beam headlamp cover 0003.
Front turn signal lamp bulb X
Removing: Turn bulb socket 0002
counterclockwise by aquarter of turn and
pull it out of the headlamp housing.
X Press gently onto the bulb and turn it
counterclockwise.
X Pull the bulb out of bulb socket 0002.
X Installing: Insert the new bulb into bulb
socket 0002.
X Press gently onto the bulb and turn it
clockwise.
X Insert bulb socket 0002into the headlamp
housing. Replacing bulbs
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tensioning spring could crack the
windshield.
Do not allow the wiper arms to contact the
windshield glass without a wiper blade
inserted.
We recommend that you have this work
carried out at an authorized electric
drive smart center.
To ensure proper visibility
R it is vital that you have wiper blades that
are in perfect shape
R clean the wiper blades regularly with a
cleaning agent
R remove any tough dirt stains with a
sponge or brush Windshield wiper blades
! Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts.
They could tear.
Removing X
Remove the key from the starter switch. X
Fold wiper arm 002Aaway from the
windshield until it snaps into place.
X Press on retaining springs 0003on both
sides of wiper blade 0002.
X Fold wiper blade 0002away from wiper
arm 002Ain direction of arrow 002B.
X Detach wiper blade 0002in direction of
arrow 0028. Installing
X
With guide tab 0028sliding into opening
0029, attach new wiper blade 0002onto the
wiper arm.
X Fold wiper blade 0002towards the wiper
arm in direction of arrow 002B.
Retaining springs 0003must audibly
engage in attachment 002A.
X Check whether wiper blade 0002is securely
fastened.
X Fold the wiper arm backward to rest on
the windshield.
Make sure to hold on to the wiper when
folding it back.
! Make sure the wiper blades are properly
installed. Improperly installed wiper
blades may cause windshield damage. Rear window wiper blade Replacing wiper blades
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result in handlin
gor steering problems, or
brake failure.
X Drive to the nearest authorized electric
drive smart center, to have the damaged
tire replaced.
X Contact an authorized electric drive
smart center as soon as possible to
obtain a new filler hose and a new tire
sealant container.
X Bring used tire sealant materials to an
authorized electric drive smart center
for proper disposal.
X Replace your tire sealant container
every 4 years. Replacement containers
are available at any authorized electric
drive smart center. G
WARNING
After changing a tire, contact an
authorized electric drive smart center to
make sure the bolts holding the wheel to the
car are tight enough .Otherwise, the wheels
could come off. Each bolt should be
tightened to a torque of 81 lb‑ft (110 Nm). Sealing a tire (Version 2)
X Take the tire repair kit from the
passenger footwell (Y page 154). X
Take electrical plug 002Band filler hose
0029 from the bottom of the electric air
pump housing.
X Engage the yello wplug of filler hose 0029
in the opening in yellow closure cap 0028.
X With the O-ring seals towards the
electric air pump housing, insert yellow
closure cap 0028into fixture 0003.
X Push tire sealant container 0002into
fixture 0003until both hooks of yellow
closure cap 0028engage. X
Unscrew the valve cap from tire valve
0018 of the damaged tire.
X Screw the end of filler hose 0029onto tire
valve 0018.
X Insert electrical plug 002Binto the
auxiliary power outlet (Y page 106).
X Insert the key in the starter switch and
turn it to position 1.
i The vehicle’s 12‑volt battery is drained
by use of the electric air pump. You
should therefore keep the drive system
running while inflating the tire.
X Press ONon electric air pump switch 002A.
The electric air pump is switched on and
inflates the tire.
i First, the sealant is pumped into the
tire. The pressure may briefly increase
to a high value. This is normal and not an
indication of a malfunction. Do not
switch off the electric air pump.
X Let the electric air pump inflate the tire
for a maximum of ten minutes. Flat tire
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further gas is being discharged by the
batteries.
Only charge the battery in
awell ventilated
area.
There is a risk of acid burns during the
charging procedure due to the gases which
escape from the battery. Do not lean over
the battery when it is being charged. G
WARNING
Never charge a battery while still installed
in the vehicle. Gases may escape during
charging and cause explosions that may
result in paint damage, corrosion or
personal injury.
X Charge battery in accordance with the
instructions of the battery charger
manufacturer.
! Only use chargers of a correct and
suitable voltage.
! Never attempt to recharge a frozen
battery. Have the battery checked at a
smart center. The battery housing could
be damaged.
Reinstalling the 12-volt battery X
Reinstall the charged battery. Follow the
previously described steps in reverse
order.
! The battery, its filler caps and the
ventilation hose must always be securely
installed when the vehicle is in
operation.
Reconnecting the 12-volt battery !
Always connect the battery in the order
described below. Otherwise the
vehicle’s electronics can be damaged.
X Turn off all electrical accessories.
X Remove the key from the starter switch.
! Never invert the terminal connections! X
Connect the battery positive lead and
fasten cover 002A(Ypage 192).
X Connect battery negative lead 002B
(Y page 192).
i After battery power (e.g. due to
reconnection) was interrupted, you will
have to set the clock (Y page 90).
i Have the battery’s charge status and
acid level checked at the start of the cold
season at a an authorized electric drive
smart center. Jump starting
Notes
G
WARNING
Failure to follow these directions will
cause damage to the electronic components,
and can lead to a battery explosion and
severe injury or death.
Never lean over batteries while connecting
or jump starting, you might get injured.
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not
allow this fluid to come in contact with
eyes, skin or clothing. In case it does,
immediately flush affected area with
water, and seek medical help if necessary.
A battery will also produce hydrogen gas,
which is flammable and very explosive.
Keep flames or sparks away from battery,
avoid improper connection of jumper
cables, smoking, etc.
Attempting to jump start a frozen battery
can result in it exploding, causing
personal injury.
Read all instructions before proceeding.
! Do not tow‑start vehicle. It is not
possible to tow-start the vehicle.
Attempting to do so may seriously damage
the drivetrain which would not be
covered by the smart Limited Warranty.
If the 12-volt battery is discharged, the
drive system cannot be started, regardless Jump starting
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X
Remove the jumper cables from negative terminals 002Band 002Afirst.
X Remove the jumper cables from positive terminals 0002and 0003.
You can now switch on the headlamps.
X Remount the positive terminal cover.
X Have the 12-vol tbattery checked at the nearest authorized electric drive smart center.
i Please keep in mind that it will take quite some time to charge the 12-volt battery.
When you switch off the drive system after driving a short distance, you may not be able
to start it again.
Charge the 12-volt battery completely as soon as possible. Towing
About towing
This section offers information on towing
methods for breakdown situations and
emergency towing. Recommended towing method -
Breakdown situation
! To prevent damage during transport, do
not tie down the vehicle by its chassis or
suspension parts — use only wheel straps
to position and hold down the vehicle.
Improper tie down on a flatbed carrier
truck or trailer can damage suspension
parts and body panels.
smart recommends that the vehicle be
transported with all wheels off the ground
using a flatbed carrier truck or
appropriate wheel lift/dolly equipment.
Always have your vehicle transported:
R when the 0002warning lamp for the high-
voltage system lights up in the
instrument cluster
R when the Do not tow (away) message
appears in the instrument cluster
R when the multifunction display is
inoperative R
when one or several of the following
warning lamps light up:
-0001 Drive diagnostics (red)
- 0004 12‑Volt battery
0002 Power steering
R if the brake pedal already starts to
pulsate just after towing begins
R if you have to transport the vehicle over
long distances
X Switch off the tow‑away protection* and
interior motion sensor* (Y page 47). Emergency towing
When circumstances do not permit the
recommended towing method, the vehicle
may be towed with all wheels on the ground
using a strap or tow bar connected to
another vehicle. Only tow the vehicle as far
as necessary to have the vehicle moved to a
safe location where the recommended
towing method can be employed. 196
Towing>> Practical hints.
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G
WARNING
If circumstances require towing the
vehicle with all wheels on the ground,
always tow with a tow bar if:
R the drive system will not run
R there is a malfunction in the brake
system
R there is a malfunction in the power
supply or in the vehicle’s electrical
system
At ow bar is necessary to adequately control
the towed vehicle.
Prior to towing the vehicle with all wheels
on the ground, make sure the gear selector
lever is in neutral position Nand the
ignition is switched on. G
WARNING
With the drive system inactive, there is no
power assistance for the brake and steering
systems. In this case, it is important to
keep in mind that a considerably higher
degree of effort is necessary to brake and
steer the vehicle. Adapt your driving
accordingly.
! The vehicle may be towed only for
distances up to 30 miles (50 km) and at a
speed not to exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).
Otherwise, the electric drive or the
high-voltage system could be damaged.
! Do not tow other vehicles.
Otherwise, the drive system or
components of the high-voltage system
could be damaged.
! Do not tow the vehicle with the front
axle raised. Doing so may cause serious
damage to the brake system which is not
covered by the smart Limited Warranty.
! Before towing the vehicle observe the
following instructions:
R Do not tow with sling-type equipment
attached to suspension parts. This may cause damage to the supports if towing
on a bumpy road.
R Towing the vehicle should only be done
using the properly installed towing
eye bolt. Never attach a tow cable, tow
rope, or tow rod to the vehicle chassis,
frame, or suspension parts.
! Make sure the gear selector lever is in
neutral position Nwhile towing the
vehicle. Doing otherwise may result in
significant drive train damage.
! Towing the vehicle with a luggage
rack* mounted is not permissible. The
vehicle must not be towed by the luggage
rack*.
i If the 12-volt battery is disconnected
or discharged, the gear selector lever
will remain locked in park position P.
Contact an authorized electric drive
smart center for assistance or call
Roadside Assistance.
Towing eye bolt The towing eye bolt is located in the
passenger footwell under the carpet.
X
Unscrew the carpet holder in the
passenger footwell (Y page 154).
X Lift the carpet. X
Take out towing eye bolt 0002. Towing
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Installing towing eye bolt
The towing eye bolt can be screwed into
threaded holes which are located behind
covers on the front and rear bumper.
Front cover
Rear covers
X
Remove respective cover 0002or0003 using
a suitable object to reveal the threaded
hole for the towing eye bolt.
X Screw towing eye bolt in clockwise to its
stop and tighten with a suitable object. G
WARNING
For safety reasons, recovery or lashing
down of the vehicle by means of the towing
eye is not allowed. Failure to observe this
could result in the towing eye being ripped
out of its mounting and people being
injured. Towing the vehicle X
Engage the parking brake.
X Connect the strap or tow bar to the towing
eye.
X Switch on the ignition.
X Depress the brake pedal and keep it
pressed.
X Move the gear selector lever to neutral
position N.
X Release the brake pedal.
X Switch on the hazard warning flasher.
X Release the parking brake.
Wait for at least 2 minutes after the vehicle
has been towed until start working on the
vehicle. Fuses
The electrical fuses in your vehicle serve
to switch off malfunctioning power
circuits.
If a fuse is blown, the components and
systems secured by that fuse will stop
operating. G
WARNING
Only use fuses approved by smart with the
specified amperage for the system in
question and do not attempt to repair or
bridge a blown fuse this may cause an
overload leading to a fire, and/or cause
damage to electrical components and/or
systems. Contact an authorized electric
drive smart center if you encounter any
electrical problems.
! A blown fuse must be replaced by an
appropriate spare fuse (recognizable by
its color or the fuse rating given on the
fuse) of the amperage recommended in
the fuse chart. Any smart center will be
glad to advise you on this subject. 198
Fuses>> Practical hints.