Smart roadster and smart roadster coupe. Instruction — part 1

Operating instructions
smart roadster and smart roadstercoupé

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Congratulations on choosing the smart roadster or smart roadstercoupé! We're sure you can hardly wait to start driving your car. We'll
show you what it's all about, give you a few important pieces of advice and some tips.
Please study these operating instructions thoroughly to ensure that you have more enjoyment with your smart and can recognise and
avoid any potential dangers to yourself or others.
The Operating Instructions, Quick Guide, Service Booklet and list of smart centers constitute part of the car itself. You should always
keep these documents in the car and make sure that you pass them on to the next owner if and when you come to sell your smart.

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Contents

All texts marked with an "*" refer either to special equipment ex works or original smart accessories.

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>>Getting acquainted.

Unlocking and locking. . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Adjusting the seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Adjusting the mirrors. . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Belt tensioners and

belt force limiters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

Cockpit, lefthand drive model . . . . 122

Cockpit, righthand drive model . . . 123

Control lever, left . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Control lever, right . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

Onboard instruments . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Upper centre console. . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Lower centre console . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

>>Illuminating.

Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Interior light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Fog lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Turn signal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Warning sounds and indicator lights . 28

>>Adjustments.

Sun visors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Heater/ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Air conditioning plus system* . . . . . . .38

Windscreen wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311

Rear window heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313

Outside mirror heaters* . . . . . . . . . . 314

Seat heaters* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .315

Car cover* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316

>>Audio.

General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

smart radio one* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

smart radio five* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

smart radio navigator* . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

smart CD changer* and CD box* . . . . .49

Onboard computer* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 410

Telephone console* and universal

handsfree system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412

smart webmove package*. . . . . . . . . . 413

ipod*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .415

>>Variability.

From soft top to open roadster . . . . . 52

From open roadster to soft top. . . . . . 56

From hardtop* to open roadster . . . . 59

From open roadster to hardtop*. . . . 514

Notes on the soft top system. . . . . . . 515

>>Child friendly.

Child restraint systems* . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Using child restraint systems* . . . . . . 65

Recommended

child restraint systems . . . . . . . . . . . 66

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Contents

All texts marked with an "*" refer either to special equipment ex works or original smart accessories.

>>On the move.

Before driving off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Driving in the winter . . . . . . . . . . . . 713

Driving with the catalytic converter 714

Driving tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 715

Cruise control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 717

Speed limiter*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 720

Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 723

Electronic Stability Program (esp). . 727

Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 729

Parking assist* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 736

>>Loading up.

Storage compartments and trays . . . . 82

Luggage compartment

at front and rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Rear bag* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 811

Multifunction box*

(only roadster coupé). . . . . . . . . . . . 813

Luggage compartment cover for

roadstercoupé* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 814

Rear luggage rack* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 816

Loading guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 817

>>Routines.

Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92

Engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

Checking operating fluids . . . . . . . . . . 98

Tyre inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . 912

Wiper blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .915

Adjusting the wiper nozzles. . . . . . . . 916

Care instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 917

>>Helpful hints.

Onboard diagnosis socket (OBD) . . .102

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103

Bulbs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

Breakdown set* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1010

Hub cap*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1016

Wheel theft protection* . . . . . . . . . .1017

Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1018

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1026

Rolling start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1033

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1034

Fire extinguisher* . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1037

>>Data transfer.

Information signs

(example: lefthand drive model) . . . 112

Model plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Homologation numbers . . . . . . . . . . 1114

Official homologation. . . . . . . . . . . . 1115

>>Key word index.

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Introduction

Introduction

The concept of these operating
instructions
Driving a vehicle is just one of its
facets; discovering a vehicle in detail
is all about gaining an insight into its
incredibly broad scope.
At the start of every chapter we tell you
precisely what awaits you, and perhaps a
little more too.
To help you find your way around with

even greater ease, each chapter is

colourcoded.

Here is a brief overview:

>>Getting acquainted.

> For an initial impression.

>>Illuminating.

> All about the lights.

>>Audio.

> Radios, telephones and all other

entertainment features.

>>Adjustments.

> Preparing you for all types of

weather.

>>Variability.

> Roof features and more.

>>Child friendly.

> Carrying children safely and

correctly.

>>On the move.

> Driving and everything that it

involves.

>>Loading up.

> How best to load the car and stow

items.

>>Routines.

> Refuelling, checking and topping

up.

>>Helpful hints.

> Performing minor repairs swiftly

and effectively.

>>Data transfer.

> The technical data.

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Introduction

Clarity is our aim

Fewer words can often say more. To help
you enjoy reading these texts and
concentrate on what really matters, we
have incorporated a variety of design
elements that we'd like to outline here:

Lists
Items in lists are always preceded by a
dash:
to keep the list clearer,
for ease of recognition and

understanding.

When you need to act
In this instance, first of all we inform
you what you need to do, then provide any
supplementary information that is
necessary.
In other words:

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Ensure that you read through these
detailed operating instructions,
> Only then will you be able to handle

your vehicle expertly and recognise
and avoid hazards both to yourself
and to others.

Notes

>Note!
Notes provide supplementary
information on a topic.

>Important!
Anything that could result in material
damage is classified as important.

Safety instructions

Safety instructions draw your attention
to potential hazards that could damage
your health or even have fatal
consequences.

Danger of injury!
We want to protect you, other

occupants and other road users as
effectively as possible.
For this reason, it is essential to read
and observe the sections marked with
this symbol.

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Introduction

Environmental protection

The environmental policy of smart gmbh
is based on the environmental guidelines
of DaimlerChrysler, which are
implemented in every phase of the
product's life. Protecting the
environment, saving energy and
preserving natural resources are
essential components of all principles.
This starts with vehicle development,
encompasses the production process and
ends with the recycling of many different
components.

About these operating instructions

As the scope of delivery of your vehicle
depends on the order placed, the
equipment in it may deviate from that
shown in some of the descriptions and
illustrations. In order to adapt our
vehicles to the everadvancing
technologies available, we must reserve
the right to make changes to design,
equipment and technology.
Therefore no claims can be derived from
any of the specifications, illustrations
or descriptions in these operating
instructions.

Accessories and optional extras

All texts marked with an asterisk * refer
either to factoryfitted optional extras
or to original smart accessories that can
be installed in a qualified specialist
workshop, such as a smart center. Please
also observe country and vehicle
specific regulations for smart original
parts.

Safety

Be sure to read the following sections in
particular:
"Airbags" in chapter >>On the move.
"Belt tensioners" and "Seat belts" in

chapter >>Getting acquainted.

Proper use
Please observe the following information
when using the vehicle:
The warning signs in these

instructions

The chapter

>>Data transfer.

"Technical data" in these instructions

Road traffic regulations
Road traffic licencing regulations

Children
Be sure that you also read the chapter
>>Child friendly.

Resale

Should you sell your car, please be sure to
pass on these operating instructions.

smart a brand of DaimlerChrysler

Environment!
We want to protect our

environment.
For this reason, it is essential to read
the sections marked with this symbol.

>>Getting acquainted.

Get to know your vehicle: Have a good look round, and try things out for the first time.
Unlock your car, get in, adjust the seats and mirrors to your preferred settings and make yourself comfortable.
You'll be amazed at how much space there is, creating a truly comfortable travelling environment.

Contents

>Unlocking and locking

>Adjusting the seats

>Mirrors, adjustment

>Power windows

>Seat belts

>Belt tensioner and belt

force limiter

>Cockpit, lefthand drive

model

>Cockpit, righthand drive

model

>Control levers

>Onboard instruments

>Upper centre console

>Lower centre console

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Unlocking and locking

Unlocking and locking

The smart roadster's keys
Depending on national market, your car
has keys operated either by radio remote
control or by infrared beam.

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Car key (A) with button for radio remote
control.

>Note!
Should you have problems with your radio
remote control in certain areas, get in
touch with a qualified specialist
workshop such as a smart center.

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Car key (B) with button for infrared
remote control.

>Note!
Additionally, you receive a spare
transmitter battery and a spare key.

Lost your car key?
> You can get a spare key from a

qualified specialist workshop (such as
a smart center) following an identity
check.

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Unlocking and locking

Unlocking and locking the car from
the outside

Unlock and lock the car in the following
manner:

Unlocking the car with the remote
control

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Press button (A) once.
> The turn signal lights flash once.
> The car's doors can be opened.

>Note!
The remote control has an operating
range of up to 15 metres. This can
fluctuate greatly as a consequence of
local conditions (reflective or
absorbing objects) and interference
emitted by other radio transmission
systems. Similarly, the operating range
fluctuates in line with the direction
from which the remote control is
activated.

Locking the car with the remote control

Accident risk!
When opening the doors, take care

not to endanger other road users or
necessitate other vehicles to swerve
and potentially cause an accident.
Make sure that nobody is endangered
when opening the doors.

Danger of injury!
Never leave children

unsupervised in the car, even if they
are secured by a child restraint system.
They could, for example, open a locked
door from the inside and endanger
themselves and others as a result.
Children could sustain serious or even
fatal injuries if left inside a hot car
for longer.

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Press button (A) once.
> The turn signal lights flash three

times.

> The door lock display (B) flashes red.

>Important!
Please make sure that you do not
inadvertently activate the remote
control.

When the car will not lock using the
remote control

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Open the driver door.

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Switch on the ignition.

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Press the central locking switch (A)
once.
> The door lock display (B) will flash

red for 5 seconds at double its
normal frequency.

> The car is locked if you switch the

ignition off within this period of 5
seconds.

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Remove the key and exit the vehicle
with the key in your hand.

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Close the driver door.
> The car is now locked.

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Unlocking and locking

Automatic locking functions

autorelock function
If you do not open either the driver or
passenger door after unlocking the car
with the remote control, the doors will be
locked again automatically after one
minute.

>Note!
Never leave your keys lying in the car.
You could lock yourself out!

drive lock function
The vehicle doors are centrally locked
from a speed of approximately 14 km/h.
The drive lock function is switched off at
delivery.

Switching on the drive lock function

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Switch off the ignition.

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Press the central locking switch and
the locking button on the remote
control device at the same time.
> You will hear an acoustic signal. The

drive lock function is switched on.

Switching off the drive lock function

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Switch off the ignition.

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Press the central locking switch and
the unlocking button on the remote
control at the same time.
> You will hear an acoustic signal. The

drive lock function is switched off.

Locking and unlocking the car from
the inside

How to lock the car from the inside

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Press the central locking switch (A) for
2 seconds.
> The central locking mechanism is

distinctly heard.

> The car is locked from the outside

and will protect you against any
unwanted persons entering the car
when waiting, such as at traffic
lights.

> The door lock display (B) will flash

red (if ignition is OFF).

> The door lock display (B) will light

up red (if ignition ON).

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How to unlock the car from the inside

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You can unlock the doors by pulling the
door handle (C).

If the driver's door is open a warning
signal will be sounded:
if a gear is engaged while the engine

is running and there is no pressure
being applied to either the footbrake
or the accelerator pedal.

if the lights are switched on and the

ignition is switched off.

Emergency unlocking

Emergency unlocking of the driver's door
If it is no longer possible to unlock the
car with the remote control, the door can
be opened using the key.
First remove the cover cap.

How to recognise when the transmitter
battery in the key will soon be spent:
The turn signal lights flash 9 times in
quick succession when you lock the car.
Cause:

> The remote control transmitter

battery is almost spent.

> You will be able to use the remote

control approx. 100 more times.

Remedy:

> Replace the transmitter battery or
> Have the transmitter battery

replaced by a qualified specialist
workshop, such as a smart center.

Accident risk!
Do not leave children

unsupervised in the car. Children can
open one of the front doors even if it
is locked and thereby endanger
themselves or other persons.

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Unlocking and locking

>Note!
If you fail to replace the transmitter
battery, after approximately 100 presses
of the remote control:
you will not be able to lock or unlock

the car with the remote control.

deactivate the electronic

immobiliser.

start the car.

>Note!
You will, however, be able to unlock the
car via the emergency unlocking
function.

Replacing the transmitter battery

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Use a coin to prise open the top half of
the key casing (A).

>Note!
Replace the remote control's transmitter
battery every two years at the latest.
Otherwise there is a danger of leakage!
The remote control could be destroyed.

>Note!
Check the polarity when inserting the
new transmitter battery.
Otherwise damage may occur to parts in
the electrical system.

Danger of poisoning!
Transmitter batteries contain

toxic and corrosive substances. Keep
transmitter batteries out of the reach
of children. Go to a doctor immediately
if a transmitter battery has been
swallowed. Swallowing a transmitter
battery can cause serious health
problems.

Environment!
Dispose of spent transmitter

batteries in an environmentally
compatible manner.

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Unlocking and locking

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Take the transmitter battery (B) out of
the board.

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Insert the new transmitter battery,
checking that the polarity is correct.
> Type of battery: lithium cell CR 1225

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Press both sides of the key casing back
together again.