flat tire SMART FORTWO COUPE ELECTRIC DRIVE 2015 Owner's Manual
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>> Practical hints.Where will I find ... .......................... 160
Display messages ............................
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What to do if ... ...............................1 66
Unlocking/locking manually ............... 177
Replacing transmitter battery ............ 178
Replacing bulbs ...............................1 79
Replacing wiper blades ..................... 185
Flat tire ........................................ 187
Wheel change .................................. 195
Batteries ....................................... 197
Jump starting .................................2 00
Towing .......................................... 203
Fuses ............................................ 205
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Where will I find ...
Tire repair kit
The tire repair kit is located in the
passenger footwell under the carpet. X
Insert a suitable object such as a coin
into the slot of carpet holder :.
X Turn carpet holder :counterclockwise.
X Lift the carpet. ;
Tire repair kit
The following is included:
R Tire sealant container
R Electric air pump with filler hose
R Sticker
R Operating instructions label (on the
inside of the tire repair kit lid)
i The tire sealant container is located
below the tire repair kit. G
WARNING
The tire repair kit is a limited repair
device. In case of a breakdown caused by a
flat tire, read through the section flat tire carefully. When using the tire repair kit
follow the instructions in this section.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in severe injury or death. 160
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Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
M
MSolutions è
Charge Cable Con‐ Charge Cable Con‐
nected nected 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. Ready to Charge Ready to Charge
The vehicle is prepared for the high‑voltage battery to be
charged. It may take 30 seconds for the charging process to
begin.
Malfunction Malfunction
Despite the charging cable being correctly inserted in the
vehicle power socket, the high‑voltage battery does not
charge. There is a malfunction in the on-board charger.
X Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. No Charge No Charge
The voltage on the vehicle power socket is too low.
X Check whether the charging cable is inserted correctly in
the power sockets of both the vehicle and the power source. If necessary, unplug the charging cable from both sockets and
reinsert it.
If, afterwards, the message is still displayed:
X Contact an authorized electric drive smart center. Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
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Check Check
Tire
TirePressure
Pressure The tire inflation pressure in at least one tire is signifi-
cantly below the reference value.
X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steer-
ing and braking maneuvers.
X Check and adjust tire inflation pressure as required
(Y page 130).
X If necessary, change the wheel (Y page 195).G
WARNING
Each tire should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure rec-
ommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire and Loading Information placard. If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the Tire and Loading Infor- mation placard, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly underinflated. 164
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Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your
tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s
handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even
if underinflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire
pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the
system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately 1 minute and then remain continuously illuminated.
This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction
exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of incom-
patible replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or
more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and
wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. Display messages Possible causes/consequences and
M MSolutions Ò
Danger: Ice Danger: Ice
(Canada only) The outside temperature is below 3
¥. The road may be icy.
X Adjust your driving style to the prevailing road and weather
conditions.
X Confirming message: Press the OK button on the control lever
briefly (Y page 83). G
WARNING
The display message Danger: Danger:Ice
Iceis not designed as an ice-warning device and is therefore
unsuitable for that purpose.
Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface
is free of ice. The road may still be icy, especially in wooded areas or on bridges. Your
vehicle could start to skid if you do not adjust your driving style accordingly.
Therefore, always adjust your driving style to the prevailing road and weather conditions. Display messages
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Problem Possible causes/consequences and
M
MSolutions þ
The yellow
drive diagnos-
tics indicator
lamp comes on
while driving. There may be a malfunction in the drive system.
X Have the vehicle checked at an authorized electric drive
smart center immediately. þ
The red drive
diagnostics
warning lamp
comes on while
driving. There may be a malfunction in the drive system.
X Stop the vehicle immediately in a safe location.
X Do not continue to drive.
X Switch off the drive system.
X Engage the parking brake when leaving the vehicle.
X Contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized electric drive
smart center. Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)*
Problem Possible causes/consequences and
M MSolutions h
The yellow com-
bination low
tire pressure/
TPMS malfunc-
tion telltale
illuminates
continuously. The TPMS detects a loss of pressure in at least one tire.
X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt, avoiding abrupt steer-
ing and braking maneuvers. Observe the traffic situation
around you.
X Check and correct tire inflation pressure as required
(Y page 129).
If the tire inflation pressure in the respective tire(s) has
(have) been corrected, the combination low tire pressure/TPMS
malfunction telltale goes out after a few minutes of driving.
See also “Restarting the TPMS” (Y page 132).h
The combina-
tion low tire
pressure/TPMS
malfunction
telltale flashes
60 seconds and
then stays illu-
minated. There is a malfunction in the TPMS.
X Have the TPMS checked at an authorized electric drive smart
center.
After the malfunction has been remedied the combination low
tire pressure/TPMS malfunction telltale goes out after a few
minutes of driving. G
WARNING
Each tire should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure rec-
ommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire and Loading Information placard. If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the Tire and Loading Infor- mation placard, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires. What to do if ...
173>> Practical hints.
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As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly underinflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your
tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly
underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Underinflation also increases energy consumption, reduces tire tread life, and may affect
the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for
proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire
pressure, even if underinflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the
TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the lowtire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately 1 minute and then remain continuously illuminated.
This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction
exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect
or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of incom-
patible replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or
more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and
wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. 174
What to do if ...>> Practical hints.
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X
Removing: Fold the wiper arm away from
the rear window until you feel it engage.
X Fold wiper blade :away from the wiper
arm in direction of arrow ;until it
disengages from its mounting.
X Detach wiper blade :.
X Installing: Push the new wiper blade onto
the wiper arm until you feel it engage.
X Fold the wiper blade into a position par-
allel to the wiper arm.
X Fold the wiper arm backward to rest on
the rear window.
Make sure to hold on to the wiper when
folding the wiper arm back.
! Make sure the wiper blade is properly
installed. An improperly installed
wiper blade may cause rear window dam- age. Adjusting the washer jet nozzles
:
Front washer jet nozzles
; Rear washer jet nozzles
X Adjusting: Use a needle to move washer
jet nozzles :or; left, right, up, or
down.
i Check the setting of the washer jet noz-
zles at regular intervals. The washer jet
nozzles are correctly set when the water
jet hits the windshield or the rear win-
dow approximately in the center. Flat tire
Preparing the vehicle
Upon experiencing any type of problem
with the vehicle’s tires, switch on the haz-
ard warning flasher, carefully slow down
and exit the roadway in a cautious manner.
X Park the vehicle at a safe distance from
moving traffic on a hard, flat surface
when possible.
X Make sure the tire valve of the damaged
tire is located below the horizontal axle
of the wheel hub.
X Engage the parking brake.
X Turn the steering wheel so that the front
wheels are in a straight ahead position.
X Move the gear selector lever to park
position P.
X Switch off the drive system.
X Remove the key from the starter switch
and take the key with you.
i Open door only when conditions are safe
to do so.
X Have any passenger exit the vehicle at a
safe distance from the roadway. Using the tire repair kit
! Depending on the type of damage on the
tire, the tire sealant could damage the
sensor of the Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)*. Such damage is not cov-
ered by the smart Limited Warranty.
When having the damaged tire replaced,
also have the TPMS sensors* checked for
proper function. When the sensor is dam-
aged, the TPMS* will not function prop-
erly. The sensor must then be replaced at an authorized electric drive smart cen-
ter as soon as possible.
i Depending on production date of your
vehicle, it will be equipped with version
1 or version 2 of the tire repair kit.
Please make sure to refer to the descrip- Flat tire
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tion of the tire repair kit in your vehicle
before sealing a tire.
The tire repair kit can be used to seal
punctures of up to approximately 0.16 in
(4 mm) on the tire tread.
The tire repair kit enables you to drive on the sealed tire to the nearest authorized
electric drive smart center.
X You should have the sealed tire replaced
at an authorized electric drive smart
center. G
WARNING
Take care not to allow the contents of the
tire sealant to come in contact with hair,
eyes or clothing. The tire sealant is harm- ful if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed
through the skin - causes skin, eye and res- piratory irritation. Wear gloves while
using this product if they are available.
Any contact with eyes or skin should be
flushed immediately with plenty of water.
If clothing comes in contact with the tire
sealant, change clothing as soon as possi-
ble.
In case of allergic reaction or rash, consult
a physician immediately. Notes
R Small tire punctures, particularly those
in the tread, can be sealed with the tire
sealant.
R The tire sealant can be used in ambient
temperatures from ‑4 ¦(‑20¥) to 104¦
(+40¥).
R Do not remove any foreign objects such as
nails or screws that have penetrated the
tire.
R Do not use the tire sealant if the tire has
been damaged by being driven when
insufficiently inflated (e.g. bumps,
cuts, cracks etc. on the tire).
R Allow escaped tire sealant to dry, then
peel it off. R
Immediately wash all painted surfaces
that came into contact with the tire seal-
ant using a damp cloth.
R Avoid skin and eye contact with the tire
sealant.
R Do not swallow the tire sealant.
R Allow the tire sealant that is inside the
damaged tire to dry and dispose of
together with the tire.
R Do not use the tire sealant after the expi-
ration date has elapsed (see top of con-
tainer).
Instead, have it replaced at an author-
ized electric drive smart center. G
WARNING
The tire sealant is a limited repair device. The tire sealant cannot be used for cuts or
punctures larger than approximately
0.16 in (4 mm) and tire damage caused by
driving with extremely low tire inflation
pressure, or on a flat tire, or a damaged
wheel.
Do not drive the vehicle under such cir-
cumstances.
If you are unsure of the condition of the tireor have any question whatsoever about its
suitability for driving contact the nearest
authorized electric drive smart center for
assistance or call Roadside Assistance. G
WARNING
Please review the instructions below for
using the tire repair kit. If you are not
confident that you can competently follow
the instructions for using this kit, do not
use the kit, but instead call for Roadside
Assistance. G
WARNING
Keep the tire sealant out of reach of chil-
dren. If swallowed, rinse mouth immedi-
ately with plenty of water and drink plenty of water.
Do not induce vomiting!
Consult a physician immediately. 188
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Keep away from open flame, heat source or
sparks. Do not smoke. Sealing a tire (Version 1)
X Take the tire repair kit from the
passenger footwell (Y page 160).
X Open the tire repair kit lid. :
Flange lid
; Pressure gauge
= Vent screw
? Filler hose with stopper
A Operating instructions label
B Electrical plug
C Electric air pump switch
D Sticker
E Tire sealant container
X Remove sticker Dfrom the tire repair
kit.
X Attach sticker Dwhere it will be easily
seen by the driver on the instrument
cluster.
X Unwind electrical plug Band filler
hose ?. X
Unscrew flange lid :.
X Unscrew the lid of tire sealant container
E. Make sure not to damage the aluminum
seal. X
Screw tire sealant container Eonto
flange F.
Make sure the container is threaded cor- rectly onto the flange. This punctures the
aluminum seal of the tire sealant con-
tainer.
X Unscrew the valve cap from the tire valve
of the damaged tire.
X Close vent screw =.
X Pull off the stopper of filler hose ?. Flat tire
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X
Screw the end of filler hose ?onto tire
valve G.
X Insert electrical plug Binto the aux-
iliary power outlet (Y page 110).
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 Ion electric air pump switch C.
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.
Pressure gauge ;must display at least
180 kPa (1.8 bar, 26 psi). !
Do not operate the electric air pump
longer than ten minutes without inter-
ruption. Otherwise it may overheat.
You may operate the electrical air pump
again after it has cooled off.
X If a tire inflation pressure of at least
180 kPa (1.8 bar, 26 psi) is not attained,
turn off the electric air pump by press-
ing 0on electric air pump switch C.
X Unscrew the end of filler hose ?from
tire valve G.
X After clearing the area around the vehi-
cle of people and obstacles, drive vehi-
cle back or forth very slowly approx-
imately 30 ft (10 m).
This serves to better distribute the tire sealant material inside the tire.
X Screw the end of filler hose ?onto tire
valve G.
X Inflate the tire again. G
WARNING
If a tire inflation pressure of
180 kPa (1.8 bar, 26 psi) is not attained, the tire is too severely damaged for the tire
sealant to provide a reliable tire repair.
In this case, the tire sealant cannot prop-
erly seal the tire.
Do not drive the vehicle.
Contact the nearest authorized electric
drive smart center for assistance or call
Roadside Assistance.
X After attaining a tire inflation pressure
of at least 180 kPa (1.8 bar, 26 psi), press 0
on electric air pump switch C.
The electric air pump is switched off.
X Turn the key in the starter switch to
position 0.
X Unscrew the end of filler hose ?from
tire valve G.
X Plug filler hose with the stopper.
X Tire sealant container Eremains
screwed onto flange F.190
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