winter tires SMART FORTWO COUPE ELECTRIC DRIVE 2015 Owners Manual

C
CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ...... 18
California retail buyers and les-
sees, important notice for ............... 14
Cargo compartment cover blind ........ 104
CD player ..................................... 95
Center console ............................... 27
Central locking
Automatic ................................ 53
Locking/unlocking from inside .... 53
Certification label ....................... 214
Charge level gauge ......................... 81
Charging
High-voltage battery ................. 112
Charging cable
Connecting .............................. 117
Control element ....................... 116
Storing .................................. 115
Warming up ............................. 114
Child safety
see Children in the vehicle
Children in the vehicle ................... 42
Air bags .................................. 33
Indicator lamp, passenger front
air bag off .......................... 41, 175
Infant and child restraint sys-
tems ....................................... 42
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ................................... 39
Safety notes ............................. 42
Tether anchorage points ............. 44
Cockpit ........................................ 22
Coin holder ................................. 106
Cold tire inflation pressure ........... 144
Combination switch ........................ 66
Control system
Charge and depart menu .............. 90
Charging mode display ............... 87
Control lever ............................ 83
Introduction ............................ 83
Menus and submenus ................... 89
Messages menu .......................... 93
Multifunction display ................ 83
Odometer menu .......................... 89
Recuperation display ................. 84
Reset menu ............................... 90
Settings menu ........................... 93 Start menu ............................... 90
Time menu ............................... 94
Coolant
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .......... 219
Battery .................................. 125
Capacities ........................ 218, 219
Drive system ........................... 125
Temperature warning lamp ......... 172
Coolant temperature ...................... 152
Copyright ..................................... 20
Cruise control ............................... 97
Curb weight ................................. 144
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ...... 18 D
Dashboard see Instrument cluster
Daytime running lamp mode .............. 65
Deep water
see Standing water
Defroster
Rear window ............................ 103
Windshield ............................. 103
Department of Transportation
see DOT
Direction of rotation (tires) ........... 137
Door control panel ......................... 28
Door handles ................................. 28
Doors
Locking/unlocking from outside ... 53
Opening from inside .................. 54
DOT (Department of Transporta-
tion) .................................... 142, 144
Drinking and driving .....................147
Drive diagnostics
Indicator lamp ......................... 173
Warning lamp ........................... 173
Driving
Abroad ................................... 153
Coolant temperature ................. 152
Hydroplaning .......................... 150
In winter ................................ 151
Instructions ....................... 76, 147
Safety systems .......................... 46
Through standing water ............. 152
Tips, recuperation ..................... 81
Tips, transmission ..................... 81 Index
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Replacing bulbs ....................... 179
Replacing transmitter battery .... 178
Replacing wiper blades ............. 185
Towing ................................... 203
Unlocking/locking manually ....... 177
Warning and indicator
lamps ............................... 166, 175
What to do if ............................ 166
Where will I find...? ................. 160
Problems with your vehicle .............. 18
Product information ....................... 13
Production options weight .............. 145
PSI (air pressure unit) ................... 145Q
QR code Rescue card .............................. 20 R
Radio .......................................... 95
Radio transmitters ........................ 152
Rain-light sensor .......................... 69
READY indicator ............................ 87
Rear lamps
Overview ................................ 181
Rear window defroster ................... 103
Rear window wiper/washer ............... 70
Replacing wiper blade .............. 185
Recommended tire inflation pres-
sure ..................................... 128, 145
Remote control
see Key
Replacing bulbs ............................ 179
Reporting safety defects .................. 18
Rescue card .................................. 20
Restraint systems
see Occupant safety
Rims ..................................... 145, 216
Roadside Assistance ....................... 15
Roof
see Soft top system S
Safety Driving safety systems ............... 46
Occupant safety ......................... 30 Reporting defects ...................... 18
Safety belts
see Seat belts
Saving energy .............................. 149
Seat belt force limiter .................... 33
Seat belts ..................................... 31
Children in the vehicle .............. 42
Fastening ................................ 62
Proper use of ............................ 31
Safety guidelines ...................... 35
Safety notes .............................. 31
Telltale ................................. 168
Seat heating ................................. 60
Seating capacity .......................... 134
Seats ........................................... 58
Adjustment ............................... 58
Armrest ................................... 59
Heating ................................... 60
Passenger seat .......................... 59
Self-test
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) .................................... 41
SRS ......................................... 30
Service
see Maintenance
Service and warranty
Booklet ................................. .212
Service flap ................................. 123
Service life (tires) ....................... 137
Service, parts .............................. 212
Setting the departure time (Control
system) ....................................... .90
Setting the maximum charge current
(Control system) ............................. 92
Side marker lamps .........................180
Side windows
Operation ................................ 75
Sidewall (tires) ........................... .145
Signs and labels ........................... 214
smart surround sound system ............. 97
Snow chains ................................. 146
Snow tires
see Winter tires
Soft top system .............................. 70
Cleaning the soft top fabric ....... 157
Locking rear soft top manually .... 178
Mounting the side rails .............. 74 Index
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Snow chains ...........................
.146
Speed rating ................ 141, 145, 151
Storing .................................. 138
Temperature ......................1 29, 139
Terminology ........................... .143
Tire Identification Number .. 142, 145
Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys-
tem (TPMS) .............................. 130
Traction ..................... 138, 145, 150
Tread ..................................... 145
Tread depth ....................... 137, 146
Treadwear indicators .......... 137, 146
Vehicle maximum load on ........... 146
Wheel change ........................... 195
Winter tires ......................1 46, 216
Top tether
see Children in the vehicle
Total load limit ........................... 145
Tow-away alarm .............................49
Towing ....................................... 203
Traction ................................ 145, 150
Transmission
Driving tips ............................. 81
Hill-start assist system .............. 81
Shifting procedure .................... 79
Transmission position indicator ...... 84
Transmitting power values .............. 213
Traveling abroad .......................... 153
Tread (tires) ................................ 145
Tread depth (tires) .................. 137, 146
Treadwear indicators (tires) ..... 137, 146
Turn signal lamps .........................1 80
Turn signals ................................. 66
Indicator lamps ....................... 172
Turning off the engine .................... 79U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards .............................. 138, 146
Unlocking the vehicle ..................... 52
Manually ................................. 177
USB socket .................................... 96 V
Vehicle Bulbs .................................... .179 Care ...................................... 153
Data acquisition ....................... 19
Identification Number (VIN) ....... 215
Locking/unlocking .................... 52
Modifications and alterations,
Operating safety ....................... 16
Towing ................................... 203
Unlocking/locking manually ....... 177
Vehicle Homepage
Data protection ........................ 121
Functions ............................... 121
General information .................1 20
Internet connection .................. 122
Personal area .......................... 121
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) .......................................... 215
Vehicle lighting ........................... .64
Vehicle loading
Instructions ............................ 108
Load limit .............................. 134
Roof rack ................................ 108
Terminology ............................ 143
Vehicle maximum load on the tire .... 146
Vehicle specification ................... 215
Vehicle washing
see Vehicle care W
Warning signals Brake pads .............................. 177
Door ...................................... 176
Lighting ................................. 176
Parking .................................. 177
Parking brake .......................... 176
Seat belt reminder system .... 168, 176
Warranty coverage ......................... 212
Warranty information ......................13
Washer fluid
Mixing ratio ........................... 218
Refilling ................................ 126
Wiping .................................... 70
Washer jet nozzles .........................187
Washing the vehicle ......................153
Wheel change ...............................1 95
Wheels, sizes ............................... 216
Wheels, Tires and .......................... 127 Index
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Where will I find...?
Tire repair kit ........................ 160
Window curtain air bags .................. 37
Windshield
Washer fluid ....................... 70, 218
Wipers .................................... 69
Windshield wipers .......................... 69
Adjusting washer jet nozzles ....... 187
Rain-light sensor ...................... 69
Replacing wiper blades ............ .185
Winter driving
Driving instructions ................. 151
Snow chains ........................... .146
Tires ..................................... 146
Winter tires ........................... 146, 21612
Index

Driving safety systems
Introduction
G
WARNING
The following factors increase the risk of
accidents:
R Excessive speed, especially in turns
R Wet and slippery road surfaces
R Following another vehicle too closely
The driving safety systems described in
this section cannot reduce these risks or
prevent the natural laws of physics from
acting on the vehicle.
Always adapt your driving style to the pre- vailing road and weather and traffic con-
ditions and keep a safe distance to other
road users and objects on the street.
i In winter operation, the maximum
effectiveness of the ABS, the hydraulic
brake assistant, and the ESP ®
is only ach-
ieved with winter tires (Y page 146) or
snow chains* as required. Antilock Brake System (ABS)
G
WARNING
Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm,
steady brake pedal pressure instead. Pump- ing the brake pedal defeats the purpose of
the ABS and significantly reduces braking
effectiveness.
The Antilock BrakeSystem (ABS) regulates
the brake pressure so that the wheels do not lock during braking. This allows you to
maintain the ability to steer your vehicle.
On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will
respond even to light brake pressure.
The ABS indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster (Y page 24) comes on when you
switch on the ignition. It goes out when the drive system is active. Braking At the instant one of the wheels is about to
lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the
brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is
regulating the brake pressure.
X Keep firm and steady pressure on the
brake pedal while experiencing the pul-
sation.
Continuous, steady brake pedal pressure
yields the advantages provided by the ABS,
namely braking power and the ability to
steer the vehicle.
A pulsating brake pedal can be an indica-
tion of hazardous road conditions and
functions as a reminder to take extra care
while driving.
Emergency brake maneuver X
Keep continuous full pressure on the
brake pedal. G
WARNING
When the ABS is malfunctioning, the
hydraulic brake assistant and the ESP ®
are
also switched off.
When the ABS is malfunctioning, the wheels may lock during hard braking, reducing
steering capability and extending the
braking distance. G
WARNING
The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of
physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the
vehicle brakes and tires or the traction
afforded. The ABS cannot prevent acci-
dents, including those resulting from
excessive speed in turns, following
another vehicle too closely, or hydroplan-
ing. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful
driver can prevent accidents. The capabil- ities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never
be exploited in a reckless or dangerous 46
Driving safety systems>> Safety.
* optional

>> Operation.High-voltage battery ........................ 112
Front compartment ........................... 123
Tires and wheels .............................. 127
Winter driving ................................ 146
Driving instructions ........................ 147
Driving abroad ................................ 153
Vehicle care ................................... 153

X
Push cap :onto the windshield washer
reservoir.
X Remount the service flap and close it
(Y page 123). Brake fluid
G
WARNING
During vehicle operation, the boiling
point of the brake fluid is continuously
reduced through the absorption of moisture from the atmosphere. Under extremely
strenuous operating conditions, this mois-
ture 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 Mainte-
nance Booklet for replacement interval.
The brake fluid level in the brake fluid
reservoir may be too low if the brake warn- ing lamp in the instrument cluster comes on(Y page 23) 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 123).
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 :.
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 sig-
nificantly below the minimum mark,
call Roadside Assistance or an author- ized electric drive smart center.
X Remount the service flap and close it
(Y page 123). Tires and wheels
Safety notes
Contact an authorized electric drive smart
center for information on tested and rec-
ommended rims and tires for summer and
winter operation. They can also offer
advice concerning tire service and pur-
chase. G
WARNING
Replace rims or tires with the same desig- nation, manufacturer and type as shown on
the original part. For further information
contact an authorized electric drive smart
center. If incorrectly sized rims and tires are mounted, the wheel brakes or suspen- Tires and wheels
127>> Operation.
Z

For more information on tire load rating
(Y page 140).
For information on calculating total and
cargo load capacities (Y page 134).Direction of rotation
Unidirectional tires offer added advan-
tages, such as better hydroplaning per-
formance. To benefit, however, you must
make sure the tires rotate in the direction
specified.
An arrow on the sidewall indicates the
intended direction of rotation (spinning)
of the tire. Tire care and maintenance
G
WARNING
Regularly check the tires for damage. Dam- aged tires can cause tire inflation pres-
sure loss. As a result, you could lose control
of your vehicle.
Worn, old tires can cause accidents. If the
tire tread is badly worn, or if the tires have
sustained damage, replace them.
Check the tire inflation pressure at least
once a month. For more information on
checking tire inflation pressure, see
“Recommended tire inflation pressure”
(Y page 128).
Tire inspection Every time you check the tire inflation
pressure, you should also inspect your
tires for the following
R excessive treadwear (Y page 137)
R cord or fabric showing through the tire’s
rubber
R bumps, bulges, cuts, cracks or splits in
the tread or side of the tire
Replace the tire if you find any of the above conditions. Life of tire G
WARNING
Tires should be replaced after 6 years,
regardless of the remaining tread.
The service life of a tire is dependent upon varying factors including but not limited
to
R driving style
R tire inflation pressure
R distance driven
Tread depth G
WARNING
Although the applicable federal motor
vehicle safety laws consider a tire to be
worn when the treadwear indicators (TWI)
become visible at approximately 1
/ 16 in
(1.6 mm), we recommend that you do not allow your tires to wear down to that level. As
tread depth approaches 1
/ 8 in (3 mm), the
adhesion properties on a wet road are
sharply reduced.
Depending upon the weather and/or road
surface (conditions), the tire traction var- ies widely.
Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are
sharply reduced at tread depths of less than
1 / 8 in (3 mm).
Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six
places on the tread circumference and
become visible at a tread depth of approx-
imately 1
/ 16 in (1.6 mm), at which point the
tire is considered worn and should be
replaced.
Recommended minimum tire tread depth:
Summer tires 1
/ 8 in (3 mm)
Winter tires 1
/ 6 in (4 mm) Tires and wheels
137>> Operation. Z

ity of the tire is limited to 186 mph
(300 km/h).
R Any tire with a speed capability above
186 mph (300 km/h) must include a “ZR” in
the size designation AND the service
description must be placed in parenthe- sis. Example: 275/40 ZR 18 (99Y). The “(Y)”speed rating in parenthesis designates
the maximum speed capability of the tire
as being above 186 mph (300 km/h). Con-
sult the tire manufacturer for the actual
maximum permissible speed of the tire.
All-season and winter tires Index Speed rating
Q M+S
7 up to 100 mph (160 km/h)
T M+S
7 up to 118 mph (190 km/h)
H M+S
7 up to 130 mph (210 km/h)
V M+S
7 up to 149 mph (240 km/h)
i
Not all M+S rated tires provide special
winter performance. Make sure the tires
you use show M+S and the mountain/snow-
flake marking ion the tire sidewall.
These tires meet specific snow traction
performance requirements of the Rubber
Manufacturers Association (RMA) and the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC) and
have been designed specifically for use
in snow conditions. Load identification
i
For illustration purposes only. Actual
data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above
illustration.
In addition to the tire load rating, special
load identification :may be molded into
the tire sidewall following the letter des-
ignating the tire speed rating B
(Y page 141).
No specification given: absence of any text (like in above example) indicates a stand-
ard load (SL) tire.
XL or Extra Load: designates an extra load
(or reinforced) tire.
Light Load: designates a light load tire.
C, D, E: designates load range associated
with the maximum load a tire can carry at a
specified pressure. DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)
U.S. tire regulations require each new tire
manufacturer or tire retreader to mold a
TIN into or onto a sidewall of each tire
produced.
7 or M+S ifor winter tires. 142
Tires and wheels>> Operation.

Treadwear indicators
Narrow bands, sometimes called “wear
bars” that show across the tread of a tire
when only 1
/ 16 in (1.6 mm) of tread remains.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides
consumers with ratings for a tire’s trac-
tion, temperature and treadwear. Ratings
are determined by tire manufacturers
using U.S. government testing procedures.
The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire.
Vehicle maximum load on the tire Load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its
share of the maximum loaded vehicle
weight and dividing it by two. Winter driving
Before the onset of winter, have your vehi- cle winterized at an authorized electric
drive smart center.
This service includes:
R Check of anticorrosion and antifreeze
concentration.
R Addition of washer concentrate to the
water of the windshield/rear window.
Use a windshield washer concentrate
labeled for winter which is formulated
for temperatures below freezing point
(Y page 218).
R 12 V battery test. The capacity of the
12 V battery test drops with decreasing
ambient temperature.
R Tire change. Winter tires
G
WARNING
Winter tires with a tread depth of less than 1 / 6 in (4 mm) must be replaced. They are no
longer suitable for winter operation.
Always use winter tires at temperatures
below 45 ¦(7¥) and whenever wintry road
conditions prevail. Not all M+S rated tires provide special winter performance. Make
sure the tires you use show the mountain/
snowflake marking ion the tire side-
wall. These tires meet specific snow trac-
tion performance requirements of the Rub- ber Manufacturers Association (RMA) and
the Rubber Association of Canada (RAC) and
have been designed specifically for use in
snow conditions. Use of winter tires is the only way to achieve the maximum effective-
ness of the ABS and ESP ®
in winter opera-
tion.
For safe handling, make sure all mounted
winter tires are of the same make and have
the same tread design.
For information on winter tires for your
vehicle model, see the "Technical data"
section (Y page 216).
Always observe the speed rating of the win-
ter tires installed on your vehicle. If the
maximum speed for which your tires are
rated is below the speed rating of your
vehicle, you must place a notice to this
effect where it will be seen by the driver.
Such notices are available at your tire
dealer or any authorized electric drive
smart center. Snow chains*
! Remember that snow chains must always
be compatible with the tire sizes of a
vehicle. Snow chains that are approved
by smart are only permitted for the fol-
lowing tire size:
175/55 R15 on the rear axle. 146
Winter driving>> Operation.
* optional