Smart fortwo (2016). Instruction — part 9
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To open: open the tailgate.
X
Pull back handle : on the inside of the
tailgate.
X
Fold the lid of the stowage compartment
forwards in the direction of the arrow.
X
To close: fold the lid of the stowage com-
partment back in the opposite direction to
the arrow.
X
Press the cover firmly closed in the middle
until it engages audibly.
Cargo compartment cover
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
The trunk cover alone cannot retain or
secure any heavy objects, items of luggage
or heavy loads. You may be struck by unse-
cured loads in the event of sudden changes
in direction, braking or an accident. There
is a risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Always stow objects in such a way that they
cannot be thrown around. Secure objects,
luggage or loads by, for example, lashing
them down to prevent them from slipping or
tipping over, even if you use the trunk
cover.
Observe the loading guidelines (
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page 142).
The trunk cover:
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conceals objects in the vehicle's trunk
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prevents smaller objects from slipping
from the trunk into the vehicle interior,
but will not restrain loads in the event of
an accident
The luggage net bag:
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serves to hold small, light objects
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prevents smaller objects from slipping
within the vehicle interior
Fitting
If you use the trunk cover under normal cir-
cumstances, install it in brackets ;. If you
do not need to use the trunk cover, install it in
brackets =.
X
For easier fitting, fold the front-
passenger seat backrests forwards
(
Y
page 63).
X
Open the upper and lower tailgate
(
Y
page 57).
X
Hold trunk cover : in the trunk with the
luggage net bag at the front.
X
Insert the trunk cover into upper
bracket ; or into lower bracket = on the
right-hand side.
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Lower bracket = can only be used if there
is no subwoofer fitted.
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Slide handle ? to the right in the direc-
tion of the arrow.
X
Insert the trunk cover into bracket ; or =
on the left side paneling and release the
handle.
Trunk cover : snaps into place.
X
Pull luggage net bag A down slightly and
secure with the Velcro fasteners.
To remove, follow the sequence in reverse.
Installing and removing the trunk cover
X
To install: grip trunk cover : in the mid-
dle and pull it back.
X
Hook trunk cover : into left and right rear
brackets B and release.
X
To remove: grip trunk cover : in the mid-
dle, pull it back and unhook it from rear
brackets B.
X
Slide trunk cover : back.
Fitting/removing the subwoofer
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To fit: insert connector :.
X
Place subwoofer ; on the side trim.
X
Slide subwoofer ; to bracket =.
X
Slide the subwoofer up in the direction of
the arrow on bracket =.
X
Then slide the subwoofer over bracket = in
the direction of the arrow until the sub-
woofer slides down.
X
Close quick-release fastener ?.
X
To remove: release quick-release fas-
tener ?.
X
Slide the subwoofer up over bracket = and
remove.
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Disconnect plug :.
X
Take out subwoofer :.
Features
Cup holder
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
The cup holder cannot hold a container
secure whilst traveling. If you use a cup
holder whilst traveling, the container may
be flung around and liquid may be spilled.
The vehicle occupants may come into con-
tact with the liquid and if it is hot, they
may be scalded. You may be distracted from
the traffic conditions and you could lose
control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an
accident and injury.
Only use the cup holder when the vehicle is
stationary. Only use the cup holder for con-
tainers of the right size. Always close the
container, particularly if the liquid is
hot.
G
WARNING
If you transport objects in the vehicle
interior and these are not adequately
secured, they could slip or be flung around
and thereby strike vehicle occupants. In
addition, cup holders, open stowage spaces
and mobile phone brackets may not always
be able to hold the objects placed in them
in the event of an accident. There is a risk
of injury, particularly in the event of sharp
braking or sudden changes of direction.
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Always stow objects in such a way that
they cannot be tossed about in these or
similar situations.
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Always make sure that objects do not pro-
trude out of the stowage spaces, luggage
nets or stowage nets.
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Ensure that closable stowage spaces are
shut before beginning your journey.
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Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin-
ted, sharp-edged, fragile or large
objects in the cargo compartment.
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Only use the cup holders for containers of
the right size and which have lids. The
drinks could otherwise spill.
Observe the loading guidelines (
Y
page 142).
Cup holder in the front-compartment
center console
:
Cup holder
Cup holder in the center console
:
Cup holder
The cup holder has a recess for storing selec-
ted mobile phones.
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Sun visors
Overview
G
WARNING
If the mirror cover of the vanity mirror is
folded up when the vehicle is in motion, you
could be blinded by incident light. There
is a risk of an accident.
Always keep the mirror cover folded down
while driving.
:
Mirror cover
;
Bracket
=
Retaining strap
?
Vanity mirror
Glare from the side
X
Fold down the sun visor.
X
Pull the sun visor out of bracket ;.
X
Swing the sun visor to the side.
Ashtray
!
The cup holder in the center console is not
heat resistant. Before placing lit ciga-
rettes in the ashtray, make sure that the
ashtray is fully inserted in the cup holder.
Make sure that lit cigarettes do not fall
into the cup holder.
Otherwise, the cup holder could be dam-
aged.
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To open: lift up cover :.
X
To close: push down cover :.
X
To remove: pull the ashtray up and out.
X
To insert: insert the ashtray into the cup
holder.
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If you remove the ashtray, you can use the
resulting compartment for stowage.
12 V sockets
General notes
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the igni-
tion lock (
Y
page 87).
The sockets can be used for accessories with a
maximum draw of 120 W (10 A). Example acces-
sories include mobile phone chargers.
If you use the sockets for long periods when
the engine is switched off, the battery may
discharge.
Socket in the front-compartment center
console
X
Lift up the cover of socket :.
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Floormat on the driver's side
G
WARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell can
restrict the pedal travel or obstruct a
depressed pedal. The operating and road
safety of the vehicle is jeopardized. There
is a risk of an accident.
Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are
stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter
the driver's footwell. Install the floormats
securely and as specified in order to
ensure sufficient clearance for the pedals.
Do not use loose floormats and do not place
floormats on top of one another.
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Slide the driver's seat backwards.
X
To install: place the floormat in the foot-
well.
X
Press safety catch knobs : onto retain-
ers ;.
X
To remove: pull the floormat off retain-
ers ;.
X
Remove the floormat.
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Useful information
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This Operator's Instruction describes all
models and all standard and optional
equipment of your vehicle available at the
time of publication of the Operator's Man-
ual. Country-specific differences are pos-
sible. Bear in mind that your vehicle may
not feature all functions described here.
This also applies to safety-relevant sys-
tems and functions.
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Read the information on qualified spe-
cialist workshops: (
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page 20).
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Engine compartment (rear)
Engine compartment cover
G
WARNING
The engine compartment cover may become
very hot. If you remove the cover to do work
on the engine compartment, there is a risk
of injury!
Allow the engine to cool down and then
remove the engine compartment cover after
cooling has taken place.
G
WARNING
Combustion engines emit poisonous
exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. If
the engine compartment cover has not been
installed correctly, when the engine is
running, particularly if the vehicle is
moving, exhaust fumes could enter the
passenger compartment. There is a risk of
poisoning.
Always switch off the engine before remov-
ing the engine compartment cover. Make
sure that the engine compartment cover has
been installed correctly.
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To open: apply the parking brake.
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Select a gear.
X
Switch the ignition off.
X
Remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.
X
Open the upper and lower tailgate
(
Y
page 57).
X
For vehicles with the subwoofer: remove the
subwoofer (
Y
page 149).
X
Remove luggage compartment cover : if
necessary (
Y
page 144).
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Hold the carpet on the right and left sides
and fold upwards.
X
Vehicles with a trunk cover: attach the hook
to upper bracket of trunk cover :
(
Y
page 144).
X
Unscrew screws = from engine compart-
ment cover ; instructionly.
X
Remove engine compartment cover ;.
X
To close: slide engine compartment
cover ; forward as far as it will go.
X
Retighten screws = instructionly.
X
Vehicles with a trunk cover: unhook the
hooks.
X
Put the carpet back into the vehicle.
X
Fold down the carpet and push it under the
side paneling.
X
For vehicles with the subwoofer: fit the
subwoofer again (
Y
page 149).
X
Close the tailgate.
Engine oil
General notes
Depending on your driving style, the vehicle
consumes up to 0.55 US qt (0.5 liters) of oil per
600 miles (1000 km). The oil consumption may
be higher than this when the vehicle is new or
if you frequently drive at high engine speeds.
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When checking the oil level:
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park the vehicle on a level surface.
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the engine should be switched off for
approximately 5 minutes if the engine is at
normal operating temperature
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if the engine is not at normal operating
temperature, e.g. if the engine was only
started briefly, wait approximately
30 minutes before carrying out the meas-
urement
Checking the oil level using the oil dip-
stick
G
WARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down
and touch only the components described in
the following.
G
WARNING
Opening the hood when the engine is over-
heated or when there is a fire in the engine
compartment could expose you to hot gases
or other service products. There is a risk of
injury.
Let an overheated engine cool down before
opening the hood. If there is a fire in the
engine compartment, keep the hood closed
and contact the fire department.
G
WARNING
The engine compartment contains moving
components. Certain components, such as
the radiator fan, may continue to run or
start again suddenly when the ignition is
off. There is a risk of injury.
If you need to do any work inside the engine
compartment:
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switch off the ignition
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never reach into the area where there is a
risk of danger from moving components,
such as the fan rotation area
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remove jewelry and watches
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keep items of clothing and hair, for
example, away from moving parts
X
Open the engine compartment cover
(
Y
page 149).
Example
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Pull oil dipstick : out of the dipstick
guide tube.
X
Wipe off oil dipstick :.
X
Slowly slide oil dipstick : into the guide
tube to the stop, and take it out again.
If the level is between MIN mark = and MAX
mark ;, the oil level is correct.
Adding engine oil
G
WARNING
Certain components in the engine compart-
ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts
of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Working in the engine compartment poses a
risk of injury.
Where possible, let the engine cool down
and touch only the components described in
the following.
G
WARNING
If engine oil comes into contact with hot
components in the engine compartment, it
may ignite. There is a risk of fire and
injury.
Make sure that engine oil is not spilled
next to the filler neck. Let the engine cool
down and thoroughly clean the engine oil
off the components before starting the
engine.
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Environmental note
When adding oil, take care not to spill any.
If oil enters the soil or waterways, it is
harmful to the environment.
!
Do not add too much oil. adding too much
engine oil can result in damage to the
engine or to the catalytic converter. Have
excess engine oil siphoned off.
You will find further information on engine
oils you can use in the "Technical data" sec-
tion (
Y
page 209).
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Turn cap : counter-clockwise and remove
it.
X
Add engine oil.
If the oil level is at or below the MIN mark
on the oil dipstick, top up once with a max-
imum of 1.1 US qt (1 l) of engine oil.
X
Replace cap : on the filler neck and turn
clockwise.
Ensure that the cap locks into place
securely.
X
Check the oil level again with the oil dip-
stick (
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page 150).
Front compartment
Service cover
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
If the service cover is not locked, it may
come loose during driving and block your
view or endanger other road users. There is
a risk of an accident and injury.
Therefore, make sure that the service cover
is locked before every journey.
G
WARNING
If the windshield wipers begin to operate
while the service cover is open, there is a
danger of injury from the wiper arms. There
is a risk of injury.
Always switch off the windshield wipers
and the ignition before opening the ser-
vice cover.
!
To ensure unhindered air intake, care-
fully remove any snow or dirt from the ven-
tilation slots above the service cover.
To prevent it from becoming damaged or
dirty, the service cover can be removed and
hung on the front of the vehicle.
The service cover is attached to the rear side
of the vehicle body with a strap.
X
Park the vehicle on a flat, level surface.
X
Apply the parking brake.
X
Select a gear.
X
Switch the ignition off.
Removing
X
To unlock: remove lock cover : (driver's
side only) with the key.
X
Insert the key into the lock and turn it to
position u.
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Pull both levers : with both index fingers
in the direction of the arrows.
X
First pull both levers ; forwards and then
completely out.
X
Lift service cover = and pull forwards.
X
Hook service cover = at the top rear in the
openings on the vehicle.
Inserting
X
Lift service cover =.
X
Slide bars ? on the left and right of the
service cover under the bars on fender.
X
Press service cover = down in the direc-
tion of the arrow.
X
Slide both levers ; in and then back.
X
Press lever ; in the radiator trim and
allow it to engage.
X
To lock: insert the key into the lock and
turn it to position 1.
Insert lock cover : flush (on the driver's
side) and clip it into place.
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Coolant
Important safety notes
G
WARNING
The cooling system is pressurized, partic-
ularly when the motor is warm. If you open
the cap, you could be scalded if hot coolant
sprays out. There is a risk of injury.
Let the engine cool down before you open
the cap. Wear gloves and eye protection.
Slowly open the cap to relieve pressure.
Checking the coolant
The coolant expansion tank is in the area
under the service cover.
X
Open the service cover (
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page 151).
X
Let the coolant cool down for at least
30 minutes.
X
Park the vehicle on a level surface.
Only check the coolant level when the vehi-
cle is on a level surface and the engine has
cooled down.
X
Check the reservoir visually.
The fluid level must be between MIN and
MAX.
Adding coolant
X
Cover cap : of coolant expansion tank ;
with a cloth.
X
Slowly turn cover cap : anti-clockwise to
allow excess pressure to escape.
X
Turn cap : further anti-clockwise and
remove it.
X
Do not exceed the maximum filling level
when adding coolant.
X
Screw on cap : tightly.
For further information on coolant, see
(
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page 210).
Windshield washer system
G
WARNING
Windshield washer concentrate is highly
flammable. If it comes into contact with hot
components in the front compartment, it
may ignite. There is a risk of fire and
injury.
Make sure that no windshield washer con-
centrate is spilled next to the filler neck.
X
Open the service cover (
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page 151).
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To open: pull cap : upwards by the tab.
X
If available, pull the removable nozzle up
as far as the stop.
X
Add the premixed washer fluid.
X
To close: if available, push the removable
nozzle down and push it inside.
X
Press cap : onto the filler neck until it
engages.
Further information on windshield washer
fluid/antifreeze (
Y
page 211).
Maintenance
Service display
Service message
The service display informs you of the next
service due date. Depending on the operating
conditions of the vehicle, the remaining time
or distance until the next service due date is
displayed.
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Information on the type of service and ser-
vice intervals (see the separate Maintenance
Booklet).
For further information inquire at any smart
center or look under
http://www.smartUSA.com (only USA).
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The service display does not show any
information on the engine oil level.
Observe the notes on the engine oil level
(
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page 150).
Whenever a service is due, this is shown
approximately 30 days or 1500 km (1000 miles)
beforehand. After starting the engine, a ser-
vice message appears in the instrument clus-
ter display for a few seconds; see the follow-
ing example.
Next Service in .. Days
together with the
¯ or ° symbol. If the service due date
has been exceeded,
Service Due .. Days
Ago
.
The symbol shows the type of service. ¯
stands for a minor service and ° for a
major service.
The service display does not take into
account any periods of time during which the
battery is disconnected.
Maintaining the time-dependent service
schedule:
X
Note down the service due date in the ser-
vice display before disconnecting the bat-
tery.
or
X
After reconnecting the battery, subtract
the battery disconnection periods from the
service date shown on the display.
Hiding a service message
X
Press the a button on the multifunction
steering wheel.
Calling up the service display
X
Switch on the ignition.
X
Press the 9 or : button on the steer-
ing wheel to select the
Messages and Ser‐
vice
menu.
The service display shows when the service
is due.
Information about Service
Resetting the service display
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Have service work carried out as descri-
bed in the Maintenance Booklet. This may
otherwise lead to increased wear and dam-
age to the major assemblies or the vehicle.
A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a smart
center, will reset the service interval dis-
play after the service work has been carried
out. You can also obtain further information
on maintenance work, for example.
Special service requirements
The prescribed service interval is based on
normal operation of the vehicle. Service work
will need to be performed more often if the
vehicle is operated under arduous conditions
or increased loads, for example:
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regular city driving with frequent inter-
mediate stops
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if the vehicle is primarily used to travel
short distances
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for frequent operation in mountainous ter-
rain or on poor road surfaces
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if the engine is often left idling for long
periods
In these or similar operating conditions,
have, for example, the air filter, engine oil
and oil filter changed more frequently. The
tires must be checked more frequently if the
vehicle is operated under increased loads.
You can obtain further information at a
qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a smart
center.
Driving abroad
An extensive smart service network is also
available in other countries. For further
information inquire at any smart center.
Care
General notes
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Environmental note
Dispose of empty packaging and cleaning
cloths in an environmentally responsible
manner.
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For cleaning your vehicle, do not use any
of the following:
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dry, rough or hard cloths
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abrasive cleaning agents
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solvents
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cleaning agents containing solvents
Do not scrub.
Do not touch the surfaces or protective
films with hard objects, e.g. a ring or ice
scraper. You could otherwise scratch or
damage the surfaces and protective film.
!
Do not park the vehicle for an extended
period straight after cleaning it, partic-
ularly after having cleaned the wheels with
wheel cleaner. Wheel cleaners could cause
increased corrosion of the brake discs and
brake pads/linings. For this reason, you
should drive for a few minutes after clean-
ing. Braking heats the brake discs and the
brake pads/linings, thus drying them. The
vehicle can then be parked.
Regular care of your vehicle is a condition
for retaining the quality in the long term.
Use care products and cleaning agents rec-
ommended and approved by smart.
Exterior care
Automatic car wash
G
WARNING
Braking efficiency is reduced after wash-
ing the vehicle. There is a risk of an acci-
dent.
After the vehicle has been washed, brake
carefully while paying attention to the
traffic conditions until full braking power
is restored.
!
Never clean your vehicle in a Touchless
Automatic Car Wash as these use special
cleaning agents. These cleaning agents can
damage the paintwork or plastic parts.
!
Make sure that:
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the side windows are fully closed
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the climate control blower is switched
off
R
the windshield wiper switch is at posi-
tion 0
The vehicle may otherwise be damaged.
You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car
wash from the very start.
If the vehicle is very dirty, pre-wash it
before cleaning it in an automatic car wash.
After using an automatic car wash, wipe off
wax from the windshield and the wiper blades.
This will prevent smears and reduce wiping
noises caused by residue on the windshield.
Washing by hand
In some countries, washing by hand is only
allowed at specially equipped washing bays.
Observe the legal requirements in each coun-
try.
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Do not use hot water and do not wash the
vehicle in direct sunlight.
X
Use a soft sponge to clean.
X
Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car
shampoo approved by smart.
X
Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a
gentle jet of water.
X
Do not point the water jet directly towards
the air inlet.
X
Use plenty of water and rinse out the sponge
frequently.
X
Rinse the vehicle with clean water and dry
thoroughly with a chamois.
X
Do not let the cleaning agent dry on the
paintwork.
Carefully remove all deposits of road salt as
soon as possible when driving in winter.
Power washers
G
WARNING
The water jet from a circular jet nozzle
(dirt blasters) can cause invisible exte-
rior damage to the tires or chassis compo-
nents. Components damaged in this way may
fail unexpectedly. There is a risk of an
accident.
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Do not use power washers with circular jet
nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged
tires or chassis components replaced
immediately.
!
Always maintain a distance of at least
11.8 in (30 cm) between the vehicle and the
power washer nozzle. Information about the
correct distance is available from the
equipment manufacturer.
Move the power washer nozzle around when
cleaning your vehicle.
Do not aim directly at any of the following:
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tires
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door gaps, roof gaps, joints, etc.
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electrical components
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battery
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connectors
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lights
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seals
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trim
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ventilation slots
Damaged seals or electrical components
can lead to leaks or failures.
Cleaning the paintwork
!
Do not affix:
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stickers
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films
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magnetic plates or similar items
to painted surfaces. You could otherwise
damage the paintwork.
X
Remove dirt immediately, where possible,
while avoiding rubbing too hard.
X
Soak insect remains with insect remover
and rinse off the treated areas afterwards.
X
Soak bird droppings with water and rinse
off the treated areas afterwards.
X
Remove coolant, brake fluid, tree resin,
oils, fuels and greases by rubbing gently
with a cloth soaked in petroleum ether or
lighter fluid.
X
Use tar remover to remove tar stains.
X
Use silicone remover to remove wax.
X
Use a suitable touch-up stick, e.g. MB
Touch-Up Stick, to repair slight damage to
the paintwork quickly and provisionally.
The following cannot always be completely
repaired:
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scratches
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corrosive deposits
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areas affected by corrosion
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damage caused by inadequate care
In such cases, visit a qualified specialist
workshop.
When water no longer forms beads on the paint
surface, use the care product Paint Care,
which has been approved by smart. This is the
case approximately every three to five
months, depending on the climate conditions
and the care product used.
If the dirt has penetrated the paint surface or
if the paintwork has become dull, then the
paintwork should be cleaned. Use the care
product Paint Care, which has been approved
by smart to clean the paintwork.
Do not use these care products in the sun or on
the hood while the hood is hot.
Matte finish care
!
Never polish the vehicle or the light alloy
wheels. Polishing causes the finish to
shine.
!
The following may cause the paint to
become shiny and thus reduce the matte
effect:
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strong rubbing of the paintwork with
unsuitable materials
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frequent use of automatic car washes
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washing the vehicle in direct sunlight
!
Never use paint cleaner, buffing or pol-
ishing products, or gloss preserver, e.g.
wax. These products are only suitable for
high-gloss surfaces. Their use on vehicles
with matte finish leads to considerable
surface damage (shiny, mottled areas).
Always have paintwork repairs carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop.
!
Do not use wash programs with a hot wax
treatment under any circumstances.
Observe these notes if your vehicle has a
clear matte finish. This will help you to avoid
damage to the paintwork due to incorrect
treatment.
These notes also apply to light alloy wheels
with a clear matte finish.
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The vehicle should preferably be washed
by hand using a soft sponge, car shampoo
and plenty of water.
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Use only insect remover and car shampoo
from the range of approved smart care
products.
Cleaning the panoramic roof
!
Only use cleaning agents or cleaning
cloths which are suitable for plastic light
lenses. Unsuitable cleaning agents or
cleaning cloths could scratch or damage
the plastic windows of the panoramic roof.
Do not use cleaning agents which contain
solvents.
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Clean the plastic panes of the panoramic
roof using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning
agent, e.g. smart car shampoo, a commer-
cially available glass cleaner or cleaning
cloths.
Cleaning the wheels
G
WARNING
The water jet from a circular jet nozzle
(dirt blasters) can cause invisible exte-
rior damage to the tires or chassis compo-
nents. Components damaged in this way may
fail unexpectedly. There is a risk of an
accident.
Do not use power washers with circular jet
nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged
tires or chassis components replaced
immediately.
!
Do not use acidic wheel cleaning products
to remove brake dust. This could damage
wheel bolts and brake components.
!
Do not park the vehicle for an extended
period straight after cleaning it, partic-
ularly after having cleaned the wheels with
wheel cleaner. Wheel cleaners could cause
increased corrosion of the brake discs and
brake pads/linings. For this reason, you
should drive for a few minutes after clean-
ing. Braking heats the brake discs and the
brake pads/linings, thus drying them. The
vehicle can then be parked.
Cleaning the windows
G
WARNING
You could become trapped by the wind-
shield wipers if they start moving while
cleaning the windshield or wiper blades.
There is a risk of injury.
Always switch off the windshield wipers
and the ignition before cleaning the wind-
shield or wiper blades.
!
Do not use dry cloths, abrasive products,
solvents or cleaning agents containing
solvents to clean the inside of the windows.
Do not touch the insides of the windows with
hard objects, e.g. an ice scraper or ring.
There is otherwise a risk of damaging the
windows.
!
Clean the water drainage channels of the
windshield and the rear window at regular
intervals. Deposits such as leaves, petals
and pollen may under certain circumstan-
ces prevent water from draining away. This
can lead to corrosion damage and damage to
electronic components.
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Clean the inside and outside of the windows
with a damp cloth and a cleaning agent that
is recommended and approved by smart.
Cleaning wiper blades
G
WARNING
You could become trapped by the wind-
shield wipers if they start moving while
cleaning the windshield or wiper blades.
There is a risk of injury.
Always switch off the windshield wipers
and the ignition before cleaning the wind-
shield or wiper blades.
!
Do not pull the wiper blade. Otherwise,
the wiper blade could be damaged.
!
Do not clean wiper blades too often and do
not rub them too hard. Otherwise, the
graphite coating could be damaged. This
could cause wiper noise.
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X
Fold the windshield wiper arms away from
the windshield.
X
Carefully clean the wiper blades with a
damp cloth.
X
Fold the windshield wiper arms back again
before switching on the ignition.
!
Hold the wiper arm securely when folding
back. The windshield could be damaged if
the wiper arm smacks against it suddenly.
Cleaning the exterior lighting
!
Only use cleaning agents or cleaning
cloths which are suitable for plastic light
lenses. Unsuitable cleaning agents or
cleaning cloths could scratch or damage
the plastic light lenses.
X
Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior
lighting using a wet sponge and a mild
cleaning agent, e.g. smart car shampoo or
cleaning cloths.
Cleaning the sensors
!
If you clean the sensors with a power
washer, make sure that you keep a distance
of at least 11.8 in (30 cm) between the vehi-
cle and the power washer nozzle. Informa-
tion about the correct distance is availa-
ble from the equipment manufacturer.
X
Clean sensors : of the driving systems
with water, car shampoo and a soft cloth.
Cleaning the exhaust pipe
Impurities combined with the effects of road
grit and corrosive environmental factors may
cause flash rust to form on the surface. You
can restore the original shine of the exhaust
pipe by cleaning it regularly, especially in
winter and after washing.
!
Do not clean the exhaust pipe with acid-
based cleaning agents, such as bathroom
cleaner or wheel cleaner.
X
Clean the exhaust pipe with a care product
tested and approved by smart.
Interior care
Cleaning the display
!
For cleaning, do not use any of the fol-
lowing:
R
alcohol-based thinner or gasoline
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abrasive cleaning agents
R
commercially-available household
cleaning agents
These may damage the display surface. Do
not put pressure on the display surface
when cleaning. This could lead to irrepar-
able damage to the display.
X
Before cleaning the display, make sure that
it is switched off and has cooled down.
X
Clean the display surface using a commer-
cially available microfiber cloth and TFT/
LCD display cleaner.
X
Dry the display surface using a dry micro-
fiber cloth.
Cleaning the plastic trim
G
WARNING
Care products and cleaning agents contain-
ing solvents cause surfaces in the cockpit
to become porous. As a result, plastic parts
may come loose in the event of air bag
deployment. There is a risk of injury.
Do not use any care products and cleaning
agents to clean the cockpit.
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!
Do not affix the following to plastic sur-
faces:
R
stickers
R
films
R
scented oil bottles or similar items
You can otherwise damage the plastic.
!
Do not allow cosmetics, insect repellent
or sunscreen to come into contact with the
plastic trim. This maintains the high-
quality look of the surfaces.
X
Wipe the plastic trim with a damp, lint-
free cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth.
X
Heavy soiling: use care products and clean-
ing agents recommended and approved by
smart.
The surface may change color temporarily.
Wait until the surface is dry again.
Cleaning the steering wheel and gear or
selector lever
X
Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use
leather care agents that have been recom-
mended and approved by smart.
Cleaning the seat covers
General notes
!
Do not use a microfiber cloth to clean
covers made out of real leather, artificial
leather or DINAMICA. If used often, these
can damage the cover.
i
Note that regular care is essential to
ensure that the appearance and comfort of
the covers is retained over time.
Genuine leather seat covers
Leather is a natural product.
It exhibits natural surface characteristics,
for example:
R
Differences in the texture
R
marks caused by growth and injury
R
Slight nuances of color
These are characteristics of leather and not
material defects.
!
To retain the natural appearance of the
leather, observe the following cleaning
instructions:
R
Clean genuine leather covers carefully
with a damp cloth and then wipe the cov-
ers down with a dry cloth.
R
Make sure that the leather does not
become soaked. It may otherwise become
rough and cracked.
R
Only use leather care agents that have
been recommended by smart. You can
obtain these from a qualified specialist
workshop.
Seat covers of other materials
!
Observe the following when cleaning:
R
clean artificial leather covers with a
cloth moistened with a solution contain-
ing 1% detergent (e.g. dish washing liq-
uid).
R
clean cloth covers with a microfiber
cloth moistened with a solution contain-
ing 1% detergent (e.g. dish washing liq-
uid). Rub carefully and always wipe
entire seat sections to avoid leaving
visible lines. Leave the seat to dry
afterwards. Cleaning results depend on
the type of dirt and how long it has been
there.
R
clean DINAMICA covers with a damp cloth.
Make sure that you wipe entire seat sec-
tions to avoid leaving visible lines.
Cleaning the seat belts
G
WARNING
Seat belts can become severely weakened if
bleached or dyed. This could cause the seat
belts to tear or fail, for instance, in the
event of an accident. This poses an
increased risk of injury or fatal injury.
Never bleach or dye the seat belts.
!
Do not clean the seat belts using chemical
cleaning agents. Do not dry the seat belts by
heating at temperatures above 176 ‡ (80 †)
or in direct sunlight.
X
Use clean, lukewarm water and soap solu-
tion.
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