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Symbols in the Owner's Manual
The following symbols are used in this Owner's Manual:
WARNING
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Warning notes make you aware of dangers
which could pose a threat to your health or
life, or to the health and life of others.
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information on environmentally aware
actions or disposal.
Notes on material damage alert you to
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dangers that could lead to damage to your
vehicle.
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tions or further information that could be
helpful to you.
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instruction with several consecutive steps.
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tinued on the next page.
Display text: Display text in the instru-
ment cluster display, the smart Audio-System or the smart Media-System.
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About this Owner's Manual
Before you first drive off, read this Owner's
Manual carefully and familiarise yourself
with your vehicle. For your own safety and a
longer vehicle life, follow the instructions
and warning notices in this manual. Disregarding them may lead to damage to the
vehicle or personal injury.
This Owner's Manual provides information
on the most important functions of your
vehicle.
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Contents
Index ......................................................... 5
Introduction ........................................... 21
Protecting the environment ................. 21
smart genuine parts .............................. 21
Warranty for the smart Audio-Sys-
tem and smart Media-System .............. 22
Vehicle equipment ................................. 22
Operating safety .................................... 22
QR codes for rescue card ....................... 27
Data stored in the vehicle .................... 27
Copyright information .......................... 29
At a glance .............................................. 30
Cockpit .................................................... 30
Multifunction steering wheel .............. 31
Centre console with drawer .................. 32
Overhead control panel ......................... 33
Door control panel ................................. 34
Displays shown in the instrument
cluster and the display ......................... 35
Safety ...................................................... 36
Occupant safety ..................................... 36
Travelling safely with children in
the vehicle .............................................. 42
Pets in the vehicle ................................. 56
Driving safely ........................................ 56
Entering and setting up ........................ 60
Understanding functions of the key ... 60
Opening the door ................................... 60
Correct driver's seat position ............... 60
Adjusting the seats ............................... 61
Adjusting the steering wheel ............... 62
Adjusting the mirrors ............................ 63
Adjusting head restraints in the
rear compartment .................................. 64
Using the armrest .................................. 65
Driving ..................................................... 66
Starting the engine ............................... 66
Pulling away .......................................... 66
Automatic transmission ........................ 68
Using the turn signals .......................... 69
Acoustic presence indicator ................. 69
Radar-based recuperation ................... 69
Driving economically ............................ 70
Braking correctly ................................... 73
Driving on wet roads ............................. 74
Winter driving ........................................ 74
Lane Keeping Assist .............................. 74
Cruise control and limiter .................... 75
Charging the high-voltage battery ..... 76
Ensuring good visibility ........................ 86
Switching on the lighting ..................... 86
Adjusting the lighting .......................... 87
Using the interior lighting ................... 88
Using the windscreen wipers ............... 88
Folding the sun visor to the side ......... 90
Feeling comfortable in the vehicle
interior .................................................... 91
Locking and unlocking the doors
from the inside ....................................... 91
Understanding the reversing fea-
ture .......................................................... 92
Opening and closing the windows ....... 92
Opening and closing the folding top ... 93
Operating the climate control sys-
tem ........................................................... 94
Activating/deactivating the seat
heating and steering wheel heating ... 96
Using the accessories ........................... 97
Parking and getting out ...................... 102
Parking .................................................. 102
Using the parking aid ......................... 102
Using the reversing camera ............... 103
Locking the vehicle ............................. 105
Priming and deactivating the anti-
theft alarm system .............................. 105
Operating the on-board computer ..... 106
Overview of the on-board computer .. 106
Calling up displays .............................. 107
Setting values ...................................... 109
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Using the smart Audio-System ........... 112
Operating and setting the smart
Audio-System ....................................... 112
Listening to the radio .......................... 114
Using a mobile phone .......................... 116
Operating external data storage
media ..................................................... 118
Using the smart Media-System .......... 120
Operating and setting up the smart
Media-System ...................................... 120
Listening to the radio .......................... 125
Displaying energy consumption ........ 126
Using a mobile phone .......................... 127
Connecting and operating external
data storage media .............................. 131
Viewing images .................................... 133
Video playback ..................................... 134
Using TomTom Services ...................... 134
Using the navigation system ............. 136
Using online offerings ......................... 146
Online access to the vehicle ............... 146
Using smart "ready to" services ........ 146
Using winter tyres ............................... 163
Using snow chains ............................... 164
Changing the window wiper blades .. 164
Cleaning the vehicle ............................ 165
Observing service due dates .............. 169
Parking up the vehicle ........................ 169
Dealing with accidents and break-
downs .................................................... 170
Securing the vehicle in the event of
an accident or a breakdown ............... 170
Removing the first-aid kit .................. 173
Removing the fire extinguisher ......... 173
Removing the vehicle tool tray .......... 174
Sealing tyres using the TIREFIT kit .. 174
Towing the vehicle .............................. 177
Manually releasing the selector
lever lock .............................................. 178
Replacing the bulbs ............................ 179
Changing fuses ..................................... 181
Replacing the key battery .................. 183
Opening a door with the emergency
release ................................................... 183
Locking the doors in an emergency .. 184
Unlocking the tailgate with the
emergency release ............................... 184
Loading and stowing ............................ 148
Stowing small objects ......................... 148
Removing and fitting the rear shelf .. 149
Stowing luggage and large objects ... 149
Using lashing eyelets ......................... 150
Enlarging the load compartment ....... 151
Removing/fitting the charging
cable bag ............................................... 153
Maintenance and care .......................... 154
Useful information ............................... 154
Removing/fitting the subwoofer ........ 154
Opening and closing the service
cover ...................................................... 154
Checking service products and top-
ping up .................................................. 156
Checking wheels and tyres ................. 157
Changing a wheel ................................ 158
Using the tyre pressure monitor ....... 161
Checking the tyre pressures .............. 162
Practical advice .................................... 186
Notes on display messages ................ 186
Locking and unlocking ........................ 186
Vision, vehicle occupants, airbag ...... 188
Engine, brakes, transmission ............. 190
Charging process ................................. 192
Driving safety systems ....................... 195
Driver assistance systems .................. 200
Battery, lights, heating ....................... 203
smart Audio-System and smart
Media-System ...................................... 205
Technical data ...................................... 207
Obtaining technical data .................... 207
Reading vehicle data ........................... 207
Service products .................................. 209
Bulb types ............................................. 209
Fuse allocation ..................................... 210
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Radio type approvals for the tyre
pressure monitors ................................ 212
Installing two-way radios and
mobile phones ...................................... 213
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1, 2, 3 ...
12 V battery
Important safety notes ................... 25
12 V socket
see Socket (12 V)
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message ............................ 195
Function/notes ................................. 56
Warning lamp (yellow) .................. 195
Acceleration
see Kickdown
Acoustic presence indicator
Deactivating/activating ................. 69
Function/notes ................................. 69
Active Brake Assist
Activating or deactivating ............. 58
Display message ............................ 200
Forward collision warning
function ............................................ 58
Function/notes ................................. 57
Important safety notes ................... 57
Switching off/on (on-board
computer with colour display) ..... 110
Switching on/off (on-board
computer with monochrome
display) ........................................... 109
Adaptive brake lights ............................ 58
Adjusting the headlamp range ............. 87
Air conditioning
General notes ................................... 94
Air distribution
Setting (automatic climate con-
trol) .................................................... 94
Air pressure
see Tyre pressure
Air vents
Important safety notes ................... 96
Setting ............................................... 96
Air vents
see Air vents
Air-recirculation mode
Switching on/off (automatic
climate control) ................................ 95
Airbag
Enabling and disabling the
passenger airbag* ........................... 51
Installation locations ...................... 40
Limited protection ........................... 41
Overview ........................................... 40
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator
lamps ................................................. 41
Airbags
Front airbag (driver, front
passenger) ........................................ 40
Kneebag ............................................ 40
Protection provided ......................... 40
Sidebag ............................................. 40
Triggering ........................................ 37
Windowbag ....................................... 40
Alarm
Anti-theft alarm system ............... 105
Switching off .................................. 105
Alerts
Setting (Audio-System) ................ 115
Ambient lighting
Setting the brightness .................. 111
Switching on/off ............................ 110
Android Auto™
Using ............................................... 130
Animals
see Pets in the vehicle
Anti-entrapment feature
see Reversing feature
Anti-lock Braking System
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-skid chains
see Snow chains
Anti-theft alarm system
Priming/deactivating .................... 105
Switching off the alarm ................ 105
Aquaplaning ........................................... 74
Ashtray .................................................... 97
Audio-System
Connecting a mobile phone .......... 116
Connecting Bluetooth® audio
devices ............................................ 119
Connecting external audio
equipment (AUX) ............................ 119
Operating ........................................ 112
Operating the radio ....................... 114
Operating via the mobile phone .. 113
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Overview ......................................... 112
Setting interruption for news ...... 115
Setting the time ............................. 114
Smartphone bracket ...................... 112
System settings ............................. 113
Troubleshooting ............................. 205
Using external devices .................. 112
Volume/sound settings ................. 114
Warranty ........................................... 22
Authorised workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
Automatic climate control
Activating/deactivating air-
recirculation mode .......................... 95
Cooling with air dehumidifica-
tion .................................................... 95
Demisting the rear window ............ 95
Demisting the windscreen .............. 95
Increasing/decreasing the
blower speed .................................... 94
Setting air distribution .................. 94
Setting the temperature ................. 94
Switching on/off .............................. 94
Windows misted up ......................... 95
Automatic headlamp mode .................... 86
Automatic transmission
Display message ............................ 191
Engaging neutral ............................. 68
Engaging reverse gear .................... 68
Engaging the park position ............ 68
Important safety notes ................... 68
Kickdown .......................................... 68
Manually releasing the selector
lever lock ........................................ 178
Pulling away .................................... 66
Starting the engine ......................... 66
Transmission positions .................. 68
AUX jack
Audio-System ................................. 112
Media-System ................................ 120
B
Battery
Display message ............................ 203
Battery
see High-voltage battery
Battery (key)
Important safety notes ................. 183
Replacing ........................................ 183
Battery (vehicle)
see High-voltage battery
Belt
see Seat belt
Belt tensioner
Activation ......................................... 37
Belt warning ........................................... 39
Blower speed
Increasing or decreasing (auto-
matic climate control) ..................... 94
Bluetooth
Bonnet (front)
Brake
Brake Assist
Brake fluid
Brake force distribution
Brake lamp
Brake lamps
Brakes
®
Activating mobile phone
(Audio-System) .............................. 116
Activating the mobile phone
(Media-System) .............................. 127
Authorising function for mobile
phone (Audio-System) .................. 116
Connecting a device (Media-
System) ........................................... 132
Operating (Audio-System) ............ 119
Switching on/off (Media-Sys-
tem) ................................................. 127
see Service cover
EBD ..................................................... 59
see Active Brake Assist
Display message ............................ 191
see EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Replacing bulbs ............................. 180
Adaptive ............................................ 58
Display message ............................ 203
ABS ..................................................... 56
Driving tips ...................................... 73
Important safety notes ................... 73
Parking brake ................................... 67
Warning lamp ................................. 191
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Braking
Braking on steep downhill gra-
dients ................................................ 73
Braking on wet road surfaces ........ 73
Limited braking performance
on salt-treated roads ...................... 73
Breakdown
Towing away .................................. 177
see Flat tyre
C
Car
see Vehicle
Car key
see Key
Car wash
see Care
Car wash (care) ..................................... 165
Care
Automatic car wash ....................... 165
Carpets ............................................ 169
Cleaning the interior ..................... 168
Display ............................................ 168
Exterior ........................................... 165
Exterior lighting ............................ 167
High-pressure cleaner .................. 166
High-voltage battery ...................... 79
Interior ............................................ 168
Notes ............................................... 165
Paint ................................................ 167
Plastic trim ..................................... 168
Reversing camera .......................... 166
Roof lining .............................. 167, 169
Seat belt .......................................... 168
Seat cover ....................................... 168
Selector lever ................................. 168
Sensors ............................................ 166
Steering wheel ............................... 168
Trim pieces ..................................... 169
Washing by hand ........................... 166
Wheels ............................................. 166
Windows .......................................... 167
Wiper blades ................................... 167
Cargo box
Removing (rear seats) ................... 153
Central locking
Automatic locking ............................ 91
Locking/unlocking (key) ............... 105
Centre console
Overview ........................................... 32
Changing the route
Navigation ...................................... 140
Charge cable
Display message ............................ 192
Charge level display .............................. 71
Charging
see Charging the high-voltage
battery
Charging cable
Connection ........................................ 85
Control panel .................................... 82
Disconnecting .................................. 85
Heating up ........................................ 79
Storing .............................................. 85
Version 1 (mode 2) ........................... 83
Version 2 (mode 2) ........................... 83
Charging cable bag
Removing/fitting ........................... 153
Charging current
Display messages .......................... 192
Child seat
Approval categories ........................ 46
Basic instructions ........................... 42
Disabling or enabling the front
passenger front airbag ................... 51
Front passenger seat (notes) .......... 55
ISOFIX/i-Size (fitting) ..................... 49
Notes on risks and dangers ............ 43
Recommendations for child
restraint systems ............................ 45
Seats suitable for belt-secured
child restraint systems .................. 53
Seats suitable for ISOFIX child
restraint systems ............................ 48
Securing (notes) ............................... 46
Securing on the front passenger
seat .................................................... 55
Securing on the rear seat ............... 54
Suitability of the seats for i-
Size child restraint systems .......... 49
Top Tether ........................................ 51
Children
Avoiding dangers in the vehicle .... 43
Basic instructions ........................... 42
Cigarette lighter ..................................... 97
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Cleaning
see Care
Climate control
Automatic air conditioning ............ 94
Setting the air vents ....................... 96
Clock
Setting the time (Media-Sys-
tem) ................................................. 123
Cockpit
Overview ........................................... 30
Collision warning
Warning lamp ................................. 200
COMAND display
Cleaning .......................................... 168
Connectivity manager .......................... 135
Constant headlamp mode
see Daytime driving lights
Consumption details
Calling up (Media-System) ........... 127
Controlling speed
see Cruise control
Coolant
Checking coolant level and top-
ping up ............................................ 156
Important safety notes ................. 156
Cooling
see Climate control
Cooling with air dehumidification
Automatic climate control .............. 95
Copyright ................................................ 29
Cornering light function ........................ 87
Cover (front)
see Service cover
Crosswind Assist ..................................... 58
Cruise control
Activating ......................................... 76
Buttons .............................................. 76
Calling up the speed last stored .... 76
Cancelling cruise control ................ 76
Deactivating ..................................... 76
Display message (colour dis-
play) ................................................ 202
Display message (monochrome
display) ........................................... 202
Function/notes ................................. 75
General notes ................................... 75
Important safety notes ................... 75
Increasing/decreasing the
speed ................................................. 76
Storing and maintaining cur-
rent speed ......................................... 76
Cup holder
Centre console ................................ 148
Important safety notes ................. 148
Rear compartment ......................... 149
Cup holder
see Cup holder
D
DAB radio
see Digital radio
Dashboard
see Cockpit
Data
see Technical data
Data sharing
Managing ........................................ 136
Data storage media
see External data storage media
Daytime driving lights ........................... 86
Dealership
see Qualified specialist workshop
Declarations of conformity .................... 23
Diagnostics connection .......................... 25
Digital radio
Audio-System ................................. 115
Displaying services (Media-
System) ........................................... 126
EPG (Electronic Programme
Guide) (Media-System) ................. 126
Frequency range (Audio-Sys-
tem) ................................................. 115
Intellitext™ (Media-System) ........ 126
Introducing (Audio-System) ........ 115
Media-System ................................ 125
Setting interruption for news
(Audio-System) .............................. 115
Slide show (Media-System) .......... 126
Digital speedometer
Displaying ...................................... 110
Dipped-beam headlamps
Driving abroad ................................. 88
Replacing bulbs ............................. 179
Switching on/off .............................. 86
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Display
Colour .............................................. 106
Monochrome ................................... 106
Display message
Colour display ................................ 109
Display messages
General information ...................... 186
Disposal of old devices .......................... 80
Distance recorder
Monochrome display ..................... 107
Distance recorder
see Trip meter
Door
Automatic locking (switch) ............ 91
Central locking/unlocking (key) .. 105
Control panel .................................... 34
Display message ............................ 187
Emergency locking ........................ 184
Emergency unlocking ................... 183
Opening (from the inside) ............... 91
Unlocking (key) ................................ 60
Double lock function .............................. 91
Driver's door
see Door
Driver's seat
see Seat
Driving abroad
Symmetrical dipped beam .............. 88
Driving noise
see Acoustic presence indicator
Driving safety system
Active Brake Assist .......................... 57
Crosswind Assist .............................. 58
Driving safety system limita-
tions .................................................. 56
EBD (electronic brake force dis-
tribution) .......................................... 59
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) .... 56
Adaptive brake lights ..................... 58
ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ................................................. 58
ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-
tem) ................................................... 58
Driving systems
Cruise control ................................... 75
Lane Keeping Assist ........................ 74
Speed limiter .................................... 75
Driving tips
Aquaplaning ..................................... 74
Brakes ................................................ 73
Downhill gradient ............................ 73
Driving in winter ............................. 74
Driving on flooded roads ................ 74
Driving on wet roads ....................... 74
Icy road surfaces ............................. 74
Limited braking efficiency on
salted roads ...................................... 73
Pulling away .................................... 66
Symmetrical dipped beam .............. 88
see Economical driving
Dynamic handling control system
see ESP® (Electronic Stability
Program)
E
EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Function/notes ................................. 59
Indicator lamp ................................ 195
ECO mode
Switching on/off .............................. 70
eco score
Calling up ......................................... 72
Comparing the trip .......................... 72
Display (colour display) ................. 72
Display (monochrome display) ...... 72
Evaluating the current trip ............ 72
Function/notes ................................. 71
Resetting data .................................. 73
Saving the trip ................................. 72
Economical driving
eco score display ............................. 71
General information ........................ 70
Electrical fuses
see Fuses
Electromagnetic compatibility
Declaration of conformity ............... 23
Electronic Brake-force Distribution
see EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP® (Electronic Stability
Program)
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Electronic Traction System
see ETS (Electronic Traction System)
Emergency assistance system
Automatic emergency call ............ 171
Button in the overhead control
panel ............................................... 170
Manual emergency call ................. 171
Overview ......................................... 170
Requirements ................................. 170
Transmitted data ........................... 170
Emergency release
Driver's door ................................... 183
Emergency unlocking
Tailgate ........................................... 184
Vehicle ............................................ 183
Energy
Displaying the current con-
sumption (colour display) ............ 108
Energy consumption
High-voltage battery ...................... 79
Energy flow display
Calling up (Media-System) ........... 126
Colour display ................................ 108
Engine
Starting problems .......................... 190
Starting the engine with the key .. 66
Engine electronics
Notes ................................................. 22
Entering a destination
Navigation ...................................... 137
Environmental protection
High-voltage battery ...................... 21
Returning an end-of-life vehi-
cle ...................................................... 21
EPG (Electronic Program Guide)
Displaying (Audio-System) .......... 116
EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)
Displaying (Media-System) .......... 126
ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
Crosswind Assist .............................. 58
Display message ............................ 196
General notes ................................... 58
Important safety guidelines .......... 58
Warning and indicator lamps ...... 196
ETS (Electronic Traction System) ......... 58
Exterior lighting
Cleaning .......................................... 167
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting .......................................... 64
Out of position (troubleshoot-
ing) .................................................. 188
External audio equipment (AUX)
Connecting (Audio-System) ......... 119
External data carriers
Connection (Media-System) ......... 132
Operation (Media-System) ........... 132
External data storage media
Connecting (Audio-System) ......... 112
Operating (Audio-System) ............ 118
F
Factory settings
Resetting (Media-System) ............ 123
Favourites
Creating (Media-System) .............. 124
Managing (Media-System) ........... 124
Fire extinguisher .................................. 173
First-aid kit .......................................... 173
Fitting a wheel
Fitting a wheel ............................... 160
Preparing the vehicle .................... 159
Raising the vehicle ........................ 159
Removing a wheel .......................... 159
Securing the vehicle against
rolling away ................................... 172
Fitting/removing
front wheel arch cover .................. 180
Flat tyre
Preparing the vehicle .................... 170
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 174
Floormat .................................................. 98
Foglamps
Switching on/off .............................. 87
Folding top
Important safety notes ................... 93
Operating .......................................... 93
Problem (malfunction) .................. 187
Fording
On flooded roads .............................. 74
Forward collision warning function
Function/notes ................................. 58
Frequencies
Mobile phone .................................. 213
Two-way radio ............................... 213
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Front airbag ............................................ 40
Front cover
see Service cover
Front wheel arch
Fitting/removing the cover .......... 180
Front-passenger front airbag deactivation system
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator
lamps ................................................. 41
Status indicator ............................... 41
Front-passenger seat
see Seat
Frontal area cover
see Service cover
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................. 210
Before changing ............................. 182
Dashboard fuse box ....................... 182
Important safety notes ................. 181
Opening the fuse box ..................... 182
G
Glove compartment .............................. 149
H
Hand brake
see Parking brake
Hands-free system
see Mobile phone
Hazard warning lamps
Switching on/off ............................ 170
Head restraints
Adjusting (rear) ............................... 64
Headlamp flasher ................................... 87
Headlamps
see Automatic headlamp mode
Heating
see Climate control
High-voltage battery
Battery care ...................................... 79
Charge level ...................................... 71
Charge level display ........................ 71
Charging (charging station) ........... 81
Charging (mains socket) ................. 85
Charging (wallbox) .......................... 81
Charging cable heating up ............. 79
Discharged battery .......................... 78
Display message ............................ 203
Energy consumption ....................... 79
Important safety notes ................... 76
Indicator lamp (vehicle socket) ..... 80
Method of operation ........................ 78
Outside temperatures ...................... 79
Problems during charging ............ 192
Protective equipment ...................... 79
Range ................................................ 79
READY indicator ............................. 203
Terms of use ..................................... 79
Vehicle socket .................................. 80
Warning and indicator lamps ...... 203
High-voltage electrical system
Automatic switch-off ...................... 26
Danger of electric shock ................. 26
Operating safety .............................. 26
Vehicle fire ....................................... 26
Hinged windows
Opening/closing ............................... 93
Home address
Entering and saving ...................... 138
Home address (navigation)
see Home address
I
i-Size child seat securing system
Fitting ............................................... 49
Suitable seats for securing ............ 49
i-Traffic
Traffic announcements ................. 126
Ice warning
Warning lamp (colour display) .... 202
Warning lamp (monochrome
display) ........................................... 202
Ignition lock
see Key positions
Image
Playback (Media-System) ............. 133
Immobiliser ........................................... 105
Indicator and warning lamp
Restraint system ............................ 189
Indicator and warning lamps
Battery ............................................ 203
Indicator lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
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Instrument cluster
Overview ........................................... 35
Warning and indicator lamps ........ 35
Instrument cluster lighting
Setting ............................................. 110
Instrument lighting
see Instrument cluster lighting
Intellitext™
Setting (Media-System) ................ 126
Switching on (Audio-System) ...... 116
Interior lighting ..................................... 88
Adjusting the ambient lighting
(colour display) ................................ 88
Changing bulbs .............................. 181
Setting the ambient lighting ....... 110
Switching on/off .............................. 88
Intermittent wipe ................................... 89
ISOFIX child seat securing system
Fitting ............................................... 49
Suitable seats for securing ............ 48
J
Jack
Using ............................................... 159
K
Key
Changing the battery .................... 183
Loss .................................................. 186
Position in the ignition lock .......... 66
Problem (malfunction) .................. 186
Starting the engine ......................... 66
Key positions (ignition lock) ................. 66
Keyboard
Adjusting (Media-System) ............ 122
Kickdown ................................................. 68
Kneebag ................................................... 40
L
Lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 75
Function/information ...................... 74
Warning lamp (colour display) .... 202
Warning lamp (monochrome
display) ........................................... 202
Lane recognition system (automatic)
see Lane Keeping Assist
Language
Selecting (Media-System) ............ 122
Language (on-board computer) .......... 111
Lashing eyelets .................................... 150
Licence plate lighting
Changing bulbs .............................. 181
Light
see Replacing bulbs
Lighting
see Lights
Lights
Automatic headlamp mode ............. 86
Cornering light function ................. 87
Dipped-beam headlamps ................ 86
Display message ............................ 204
Driving abroad ................................. 88
Foglamps .......................................... 87
Hazard warning lamps .................. 170
Headlamp flasher ............................ 87
Headlamp range ............................... 87
Light switch ..................................... 86
Main-beam headlamps ................... 86
Rear foglamp .................................... 87
Setting the ambient lighting ....... 110
Side lamps ........................................ 87
Turn signals ..................................... 69
see Interior lighting
Limiter
Calling up the stored limit
speed ................................................. 76
Cancelling ......................................... 76
Deactivating ..................................... 76
Display message (colour dis-
play) ................................................ 202
Exceeding the stored limit
speed ................................................. 75
General notes ................................... 75
Increasing or reducing the
stored limit speed ............................ 76
Limiting the speed
see Speed limiter
Loading guidelines ............................... 149
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Locking
see Central locking
Locking (doors)
Automatic ......................................... 91
Emergency locking ........................ 184
From inside (central locking
button) .............................................. 91
Loudspeaker
see Subwoofer
Luggage compartment enlargement .. 151
M
M+S tyres (winter tyres) ...................... 163
Main-beam headlamps
Replacing bulbs ............................. 179
Switching on/off .............................. 86
Making a call
Media-System ................................ 128
Malfunction message
see Display message
Manually releasing the selector
lever lock (automatic transmission) ... 178
Media-System
Adjusting the on-screen key-
board ............................................... 122
Buttons on the multifunction
steering wheel ............................... 120
Calling up Applications man-
ager ................................................. 135
Calling up menus ........................... 122
Connectivity manager ................... 135
Consumption details ...................... 127
Controls ........................................... 120
Creating favourites ........................ 124
Data connectivity .......................... 134
Display settings ............................. 122
Downloading updates and POIs ... 135
eco score ........................................... 72
Enabling data sharing .................. 136
Energy flow display ...................... 126
Home screen ................................... 121
Image playback .............................. 133
Navigation menu ........................... 136
Navigation system ......................... 136
Operating the radio ....................... 125
Overview ......................................... 120
Problem solving ............................. 205
Reversing camera .......................... 103
Selecting the home screen dis-
play ................................................. 123
Selecting the language ................. 122
Setting the time ............................. 123
Setting warning tones ................... 124
Status and information ................. 123
Switching on/off ............................ 121
System menu .................................. 122
System settings ............................. 122
Video playback ............................... 134
Volume/tone settings .................... 123
Warranty ........................................... 22
Message memory (colour display) ...... 109
MirrorLink™
Using ............................................... 129
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
Mobile phone
Connecting (Audio-System) ......... 116
Connecting (Media-System) ......... 127
Downloading data automati-
cally (Media-System) .................... 128
Frequencies .................................... 213
Installation ..................................... 213
Loading and updating the tele-
phone book (Audio-System) ......... 116
Making a call (Media-System) ..... 128
Setting the sound (Audio-Sys-
tem) ................................................. 117
Transmission output (maxi-
mum) ................................................ 213
Using Android Auto™ .................... 130
Using MirrorLink™ ........................ 129
Using voice control (Audio-
System) ........................................... 118
Using voice control (Media-
System) ........................................... 131
Model series
see Vehicle identification plate
Multi-functional seat
see Seat
Multifunction steering wheel
Overview ........................................... 31
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N
Navigation
Alternative route ........................... 140
Changing the route ........................ 140
Current location ............................. 143
Destination memory ...................... 138
Displaying the reachability
map .................................................. 143
Entering a charging station as a
destination ..................................... 138
Entering a destination .................. 137
Entering a destination by
address ............................................ 137
Entering a destination using
geo-coordinates ............................. 137
Entering a destination using
the map ........................................... 137
Entering a POI ................................ 138
Entering/saving your home
address ............................................ 138
Reading map data .......................... 136
Route details .................................. 140
Selecting a destination from the
list of last destinations ................. 137
Setting route planning .................. 141
Setting the voice ............................ 144
Starting ........................................... 136
Starting route calculation ............ 139
Switching announcements
on/off ............................................... 141
System settings ............................. 144
TomTom Services ........................... 134
Traffic information ........................ 142
Troubleshooting ............................. 205
Way points ...................................... 140
O
Occupant safety
Airbags .............................................. 40
Belt warning ..................................... 39
Children in the vehicle ................... 42
PASSENGER AIRBAG indicator
lamp ................................................... 41
Pets in the vehicle ........................... 56
Restraint system ............................. 36
Restraint system warning lamp .... 36
Seat belts .......................................... 38
On-board computer
Calling up displays (colour dis-
play) ................................................ 107
Calling up displays (mono-
chrome display) ............................. 107
Important safety notes ................. 106
Operation ........................................ 106
Overview ......................................... 106
Selecting the language ................. 111
Setting and resetting values
(colour display) .............................. 109
Setting and resetting values
(monochrome display) .................. 109
On-board diagnostics interface
see Diagnostics connection
On-screen keyboard
Adjusting (Media-System) ............ 122
Online access ........................................ 146
Operating instructions
Vehicle equipment ........................... 22
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ............... 23
High-voltage electrical system ..... 26
Operating system
see On-board computer
Original parts ......................................... 21
Outside temperature display
Colour display ................................ 106
Monochrome display ..................... 106
Setting the units ............................ 110
Outside temperatures
High-voltage battery ...................... 79
Overhead control panel ......................... 33
Overvoltage protection
High-voltage battery ...................... 79
P
Paint code ............................................. 207
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ...... 167
Panorama roof
Cleaning .......................................... 167
Park brake
see Parking brake
Parking .................................................. 102
Engaging park position .................. 68
Important safety notes ................. 102
Parking aid ..................................... 102
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Parking brake ................................... 67
Reversing camera .......................... 103
Parking brake
Display message ............................ 191
General information ........................ 67
Warning lamp ................................. 191
PASSENGER AIR BAG
Disabling/activating ....................... 51
Indicator lamps ................................ 41
Passenger airbag
Enabling and disabling* ................. 51
Problem (malfunction)* ................. 189
Passenger seat
Folding down .................................. 151
Pets in the vehicle ................................. 56
Power display ......................................... 71
Power windows
see Side windows
Pre-entry climate control and
charging
Colour display ................................ 109
Pre-entry climate control at departure time
Smart-Charging ............................... 95
Pre-entry climate control at time of
departure
Setting departure time .................... 95
Protection against theft
Anti-theft alarm system ............... 105
Protection of the environment
General notes ................................... 21
Pulling away
General notes ................................... 66
Hill start assist ................................ 68
Q
QR code
Rescue card ...................................... 27
Qualified specialist workshop ............... 25
R
Radar-based recuperation
Function/notes ................................. 69
Switching off/on (on-board
computer with colour display) ..... 110
Radio
Display mode .................................. 125
Displaying programme infor-
mation (EPG) (Audio-System) ....... 116
i-Traffic (Traffic announce-
ments) ............................................. 126
Operating (Audio-System) ............ 114
Operation (Media-System) ........... 125
Radio text
Displaying (Audio-System) .......... 115
Displaying (Media-System) .......... 126
Radio type approvals
Tyre pressure monitors ................. 212
Radio-based vehicle components
Declaration of conformity ............... 23
Rain sensor ............................................. 89
Rain/light sensor (display message) .. 203
Range
High-voltage battery ...................... 79
RBS
see Radar-based recuperation
Reading lamp .......................................... 88
Readyspace seats ................................. 152
Rear bench seat
Folding the backrest forwards/
back ................................................. 151
Rear foglamp
Replacing bulbs ............................. 180
Switching on/off .............................. 87
Rear lamp
Replacing bulbs ............................. 180
Rear parking aid
Activating/deactivating ............... 102
Function/notes ............................... 102
Rear seat
Adjusting the angle of the
backrests ........................................ 152
Rear seat heating ............................. 96
Rear seat
see Rear bench seat
Rear seats
readyspace seats ........................... 152
Removing the cargo box ................ 153
Rotating the seat cushions ........... 152
Rear shelf .............................................. 149
Rear window heating
Demisting the rear window
(automatic climate control) ............ 95
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Rear window wiper
Automatic rear window wiper
when in reverse gear ....................... 89
Replacing the wiper blade ............ 165
Switching on/off .............................. 89
Rear-compartment seat belt status
indicator .................................................. 40
Rear-view mirror .................................... 63
Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ....... 63
Dipping (manual) ............................. 63
Recharging cable
Indicator lamp ................................. 82
Recuperation (radar based)
Function/notes ................................. 69
Recuperation (radar-based)
Switching on and off (colour
display) ........................................... 110
Recycling
see Protection of the environment
Reflective safety jacket ....................... 173
Remote configuration
smart control .................................. 146
Remote query functions
smart control .................................. 146
Replacing bulbs
Brake lamp ...................................... 180
Dipped-beam headlamps .............. 179
Fitting/removing the cover
(front wheel arch) .......................... 180
Important safety notes ................. 179
LED ................................................... 180
Licence plate lighting ................... 181
Main-beam headlamps ................. 179
Overview of bulb types ................. 209
Rear foglamp .................................. 180
Rear lamp ........................................ 180
Reversing lamp .............................. 180
Turn signal lamp (rear) ................. 180
see Changing bulbs
Replacing lamps
see Changing bulbs
Replacing the bulb
Turn signal lamp (front) ............... 180
Replacing the bulbs
Interior lighting ............................ 181
Rescue card ............................................. 27
Restraint system
Basic instructions ........................... 42
Display message ............................ 189
Function during an accident .......... 37
Limited protection ........................... 36
Malfunction ...................................... 36
Operational readiness ..................... 36
Protection provided ......................... 36
System self-test .............................. 36
Warning lamp ................................. 189
Warning lamp (function) ................ 36
Reverse gear
Engaging (automatic transmis-
sion) ................................................... 68
Reversing camera
Cleaning instructions ................... 166
Function/notes ............................... 103
Guide lines in the display ............ 104
Settings ........................................... 104
Switching on/off ............................ 104
Reversing feature
Side windows .................................... 92
Reversing lamp
Replacing bulbs ............................. 180
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
instructions) ......................................... 169
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ................... 42
see Occupant safety
see Operating safety
Safety system
see Driving safety system
SD card
Connecting (Media-System) ......... 132
Reading map data .......................... 136
SD card slot ..................................... 120
Seat
Adjusting rear head restraint ........ 64
Correct driver's seat position ......... 60
Folding passenger seat down ....... 151
Folding the backrest (rear com-
partment) forwards/back .............. 151
Seat belt
Limited protection ........................... 38
Protection provided ......................... 38
Seat belts
Adjusting the height ....................... 39
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Cleaning .......................................... 168
Fastening .......................................... 39
Rear seat belt status indicator ...... 40
Releasing .......................................... 39
Warning lamp ................................. 188
Warning lamp (function) ................ 39
Seat cushions
Rotating (rear seats) ..................... 152
Seat heating ............................................ 96
Seats
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 61
Cleaning the cover ......................... 168
Important safety notes ................... 61
Switching seat heating on/off ........ 96
Selector lever
Cleaning .......................................... 168
Selector lever
see Automatic transmission
Sensors (cleaning instructions) .......... 166
Service Centre
see Qualified specialist workshop
Service cover ........................................ 154
Service display
Calling up (colour display) ........... 109
Calling up (monochrome dis-
play) ................................................ 107
Service due date
Display message ............................ 192
Service products
Brake fluid ...................................... 209
Coolant (engine) ............................. 156
Important safety notes ................. 156
Washer fluid ................................... 209
Services menu settings
TomTom Services ........................... 134
Setting the charge current
Charging cable version 2 ................ 84
Side lamps
Switching on/off .............................. 87
Side windows
Important safety notes ................... 92
Opening/closing ............................... 93
Opening/closing the hinged
window .............................................. 93
Problem (malfunction) .................. 187
Resetting ......................................... 187
Reversing feature ............................ 92
Sidebag .................................................... 40
smart Centre
see Qualified specialist workshop
smart control
Internet ........................................... 146
smart Services
Registering ..................................... 146
Using ............................................... 146
Smart-Charging
Function/notes ................................. 95
Smartphone
Fitting the bracket ........................ 113
Inserting/removing ....................... 113
Operating the Audio-System
via the mobile phone ..................... 113
Smartphone Screen
Setting (Media -System) ............... 129
Snow chains .......................................... 164
Socket (12 V)
Centre console .................................. 98
Socket (high-voltage battery)
see Vehicle socket
Sound
Setting (Audio-System) ................ 114
Setting (Media-System) ................ 123
Sound generator
see Acoustic presence indicator
Speakers
see Subwoofer
Special destination
Entry ............................................... 138
Specialist workshop ............................... 25
Speed limiter
Activating ......................................... 76
Functions and conditions for
activation ......................................... 75
Setting limit speed .......................... 76
Speedometer
Digital ............................................. 106
Displaying (digital speedome-
ter) ................................................... 110
General notes (digital speed-
ometer) ............................................ 109
see Instrument cluster
Starting (engine) .................................... 66
Starting the engine
see Starting (engine)
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Station
Selecting a stored station
(Audio-System) .............................. 115
Setting (Media-System) ................ 125
Station list
Setting a station from the sta-
tion list (Audio-System) ............... 115
Updating (Media-System) ............ 126
Station search
Audio-System ................................. 115
Stations
Setting (Audio-System) ................ 114
Storing (Audio-System) ................ 115
Steering
Display message (colour dis-
play) ................................................ 200
Warning lamps ............................... 200
Steering wheel
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 62
Button overview ............................... 31
Cleaning .......................................... 168
Important safety notes ................... 62
Steering wheel heating
Switching on/off .............................. 96
Stowage compartments
Centre console ................................ 148
Cup holder ....................................... 148
Door ................................................. 148
Glove compartment ........................ 148
Important safety information ...... 148
Rear ................................................. 149
Subwoofer
Fitting/removing ........................... 154
Sun visor ................................................. 90
T
Tablet bracket
Affixing protective film .................. 99
Dismantling .................................... 101
Important safety notes ................... 98
Mounting .......................................... 99
Using ................................................. 98
Tailgate
Emergency unlocking ................... 184
Opening dimensions ...................... 207
Opening/closing ............................. 150
Warning lamp ................................. 187
Technical data
Information .................................... 207
Vehicle data .................................... 207
Telephone book
Loading (Audio-System) ............... 116
Telephone operation
Audio-System ................................. 117
Temperature
Setting (automatic climate con-
trol) .................................................... 94
Time
Setting (Audio-System) ................ 114
Setting (colour display) ................ 110
Setting (monochrome display) ..... 109
Setting the time format (colour
display) ........................................... 110
TIREFIT kit ............................................ 174
TomTom Services
Activating ....................................... 135
Introduction ................................... 134
My Services menu .......................... 135
Starting ........................................... 135
Subscription status ....................... 135
Traffic information menu ............. 143
Tool
see Vehicle tool kit
Top Tether .............................................. 51
Total distance recorder
Colour display ................................ 108
Monochrome display ..................... 106
Setting the display unit ................ 110
Touchscreen
Confirming settings with Done .... 122
Operating the touchscreen ........... 121
Towing
Important safety notes ................. 177
Towing away
Fitting the towing eye .................. 178
Removing the towing eye ............. 178
With both axles on the ground ..... 178
Traction system
see ETS (Electronic Traction System)
Traffic reports
Switching on/off ............................ 115
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transporting the vehicle ..................... 178
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Trip computer
Displaying ...................................... 108
Trip meter
Colour display ................................ 108
Displaying (colour display) .......... 108
Displaying (monochrome dis-
play) ................................................ 107
Trip meter
see Trip meter
Turn signal lamp (front)
Replacing the bulb ........................ 180
Turn signal lamp (rear)
Replacing bulbs ............................. 180
Turn signals
Replacing the bulb ........................ 180
Switching on/off .............................. 69
Turn signals
see Turn signals
Two-way radio
Frequencies .................................... 213
Installation ..................................... 213
Transmission output (maxi-
mum) ................................................ 213
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
Tyre pressure
Checking/correcting ...................... 163
Display message ............................ 197
Important safety notes ................. 162
Not reached (TIREFIT) ................... 176
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 176
Recommended ................................ 162
Tyre pressure monitor
Function/notes ............................... 161
Radio type approval for the tyre
pressure monitor ........................... 212
Restarting ....................................... 161
Starting ........................................... 110
Warning lamp ................................. 197
Tyres
Changing a wheel .......................... 158
Checking ......................................... 157
Direction of rotation ...................... 160
Important safety notes ................. 157
M+S tyres (winter tyres) ............... 163
Rules for new tyres ........................ 158
Service life ...................................... 158
Snow chains .................................... 164
Storing ............................................ 161
Tyre tread ....................................... 157
see Flat tyre
U
Unit of measurement for distance
Setting ............................................. 110
Units
Setting (on-board computer) ....... 110
Unlocking
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................ 91
With emergency key element ....... 183
USB device
Connecting (Audio-System) ......... 118
Connection (Media-System) ......... 132
Operating (Audio-System) ............ 118
USB port
Audio-System ................................. 112
Media-System ................................ 120
V
Values
Setting (colour display) ................ 109
Setting (monochrome display) ..... 109
Vehicle
Correct use ........................................ 27
Data acquisition .............................. 27
Electronics ........................................ 22
Equipment ........................................ 22
Implied warranty ............................. 27
Locking (in an emergency) ........... 184
Locking (key) .................................. 105
Operating safety .............................. 22
Parking ............................................ 102
Parking up ...................................... 169
Raising ............................................ 159
Registration ...................................... 26
Remote configuration .................... 146
Remote query functions ................ 146
Securing from rolling away .......... 172
Towing away .................................. 177
Transporting .................................. 178
Unlocking (in an emergency) ....... 183
Unlocking (key) ................................ 60
Vehicle data .................................... 207
Vehicle data .......................................... 207
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Vehicle dimensions .............................. 207
Vehicle emergency locking ................. 184
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate ................. 207
Vehicle key
see Key
Vehicle socket
High-voltage battery ...................... 80
Indicator lamp ................................. 80
Problems during the charging
process ............................................ 192
Vehicle tool kit ..................................... 174
Ventilation
see Air conditioning
Video
Playback (Media-System) ............. 134
VIN ......................................................... 207
Voice control system
Entering a destination in the
navigation system ......................... 137
Problems with the voice control
system ............................................. 206
Starting an application ................. 120
Voltage range
High-voltage battery ...................... 78
Volume
Adjusting automatically ............... 114
Setting (Audio-System) ................ 114
Setting (Media-System) ................ 123
W
Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................... 195
Active Brake Assist ........................ 200
Brakes .............................................. 191
Collision warning (red) ................. 200
EBD ................................................... 195
ESP® (yellow) .................................. 196
High-voltage battery .................... 203
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 201
Overview ........................................... 35
Parking brake ................................. 191
PASSENGER AIR BAG ........................ 41
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF ................ 189
Seat belt .......................................... 188
Steering ........................................... 200
Tyre pressure monitor .................. 197
Warning triangle .................................. 172
Wheel bolt tightening torque .............. 160
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 158
Checking ......................................... 157
Cleaning .......................................... 166
Fitting a new wheel ....................... 160
Important safety notes ................. 157
Removing a wheel .......................... 159
Snow chains .................................... 164
Storing ............................................ 161
Tightening torque ......................... 160
Windowbag .............................................. 40
Windows
Cleaning .......................................... 167
see Side windows
Windscreen
Demisting (automatic climate
control) ............................................. 95
Windscreen washer fluid
see Windscreen washer system
Windscreen washer system
Important safety notes ................. 157
Topping up ..................................... 157
Windscreen wipers
Intermittent wipe ............................ 89
Problem (malfunction) .................. 188
Rain sensor ....................................... 89
Rear window wiper .......................... 89
Replacing the wiper blades .......... 164
Switching on/off .............................. 88
Wiping with washer fluid ............... 89
Wing
see Front wheel arch
Winter driving
General notes ................................... 74
Winter operation
Slippery road surfaces .................... 74
Snow chains .................................... 164
Winter tyres
M+S tyres ........................................ 163
Wiper blades
Cleaning .......................................... 167
Replacing (on the rear window) ... 165
Replacing (windscreen) ................ 164
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
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Protecting the environment
General notes
Environmental note
H
Daimler's declared policy is one of comprehensive environmental protection.
Our objectives are to use the natural
resources which form the basis of our existence on this planet sparingly and in a
manner which takes the requirements of
both nature and humanity into consideration.
You too can help to protect the environment by operating your vehicle in an environmentally-responsible manner.
Energy consumption and the rate of
engine, transmission, brake and tyre wear
depend on the following factors:
R
operating conditions of your vehicle
R
your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. Therefore,
please bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
R
observe the correct tyre pressure.
R
do not carry any unnecessary weight in
the vehicle
R
remove the roof rack once you no longer
need it.
R
a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute to environmental protection. You
should therefore adhere to the service
intervals.
R
all maintenance work should be carried
out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
R
drive carefully and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front.
R
avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
R
monitor the vehicle's energy consumption.
High-voltage battery
Environmental note
H
Have a defective high-voltage battery disposed of in an environmentally-responsible manner. Contact a specialist workshop,
which is qualified for smart EQ fortwo,
smart EQ fortwo cabrio or smart EQ forfour,
and has the necessary special skills and
tools to carry out the work required. smart
recommends a smart centre for this.
Returning an end-of-life vehicle
EU countries only:
smart will take back your end-of-life vehicle
for environment-friendly disposal in
accordance with the European Union (EU)
End-Of-Life Vehicles Directive.
This makes an important contribution to
closing the recycling circle and conserving
resources. A network of vehicle take-back
points and dismantlers has been established
for you to return your vehicle. Returning
vehicles to these facilities is free of charge.
For further information about the recycling
and disposal of end-of-life vehicles, and the
take-back conditions, please visit the
national smart website for your country.
smart genuine parts
Environmental note
H
Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. For these, the same
warranty applies as for new parts.
Airbags and seat belt tensioners, as well
!
as control units and sensors for these
restraint systems, may be installed in the
following areas of your vehicle:
R
doors
R
door pillars
R
door sills
R
seats
R
dashboard
Z
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R
instrument cluster
R
centre console
Do not install accessories such as audio
systems in these areas. Do not carry out
repairs or welding. You could impair the
operating efficiency of the restraint systems.
Have accessories retrofitted at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Only smart genuine parts or parts of the same
quality may be used. Additionally, only
tyres, wheels and accessories approved for
the specific type of vehicle may be used.
Always specify the vehicle identification
number (VIN) when ordering smart genuine
parts.
Using parts, tyres, wheels or safety-relevant
equipment not approved by smart could
endanger the operating safety of the vehicle.
Safety-relevant systems, e.g. the brake system, could malfunction.
smart tests genuine parts and conversion
parts and accessories that have been specifically approved for your vehicle for their
reliability, safety and suitability. Despite
ongoing market research, smart is unable to
assess other parts. smart therefore accepts
no responsibility for the use of such parts in
smart vehicles, even if they have been officially approved or independently approved
by a testing centre.
In Germany, certain parts are only officially
approved for installation or modification if
they comply with legal requirements. This
also applies to some other countries. All genuine smart parts meet the approval requirements. The use of non-approved parts may
invalidate the vehicle's general operating
permit.
The following situations will invalidate the
operating permit:
R
The vehicle type changes from that stated
in the vehicle's operating permit, due to
modifications.
R
Other road users are likely to be endangered.
R
Emissions or noise characteristics deteriorate.
Warranty for the smart Audio-System
and smart Media-System
The smart sales organisation provides a warranty for a period of 24 months without a kilometre limit for the smart Audio-System and
the smart Media-System.
The warranty issuer is the respective sales
organisation in the country in which the
accessory or replacement part was purchased (see list in the service booklet).
Vehicle equipment
This Owner's Manual describes all models
and all standard and optional equipment
available for the vehicle at the time of publication of this Owner's Manual. Countryspecific differences are possible. Please note
that the vehicle equipment may differ from
certain descriptions and illustrations provided in this manual. This is also the case for
systems and functions relevant to safety.
The vehicle's original purchase contract
documentation contains a list of all the systems in your vehicle. Please contact any
smart centre to help clarify any questions
related to the vehicle equipment and operation.
Operating safety
Important safety notes
WARNING
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If you do not have the prescribed service/
maintenance work or necessary repairs
carried out, this could result in malfunctions or system failures. There is a risk of
an accident.
Always have the prescribed service/maintenance work as well as necessary repairs
carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
G
If you operate information and communication equipment integrated in the vehicle
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when driving, you could be distracted from
the traffic situation. This could also cause
you to lose control of the vehicle. There is a
risk of an accident.
Only operate this equipment when the
traffic situation permits. If you cannot be
sure of this, stop the vehicle paying attention to road and traffic conditions and
operate the equipment with the vehicle
stationary.
WARNING
G
Modifications to electronic components,
their software as well as wiring could
affect their function and/or the operation
of other networked components. This could
in particular also be the case for systems
relevant to safety. They might not function
properly anymore and/or jeopardise the
operational safety of the vehicle. There is
an increased risk of an accident and injury.
Do not attempt to modify the wiring as well
as electronic components or their software.
Always have work on electrical and electronic components carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you
are inattentive, the driving safety systems
can neither reduce the risk of accident nor
override the laws of physics. Driving safety
systems are merely aids designed to assist
driving. The driver is responsible for keeping
a safe distance from the vehicle in front, for
vehicle speed, for braking in good time and
for staying in lane. The driving style should
always be adjusted to the current street and
weather conditions. An adequate safe distance must be maintained at all times.
You must observe the legal requirements for
the country in which you are currently driving when operating information systems and
communication devices integrated into the
vehicle.
If you make any changes to the vehicle electronics, the general operating permit is rendered invalid.
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There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
!
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the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high
kerb or an unpaved road
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you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a
kerb, a speed bump or a pothole in the
road
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a heavy object strikes the underbody or
parts of the chassis
In situations like this, the body, the underbody, chassis parts, wheels or tyres could
be damaged without the damage being
visible. Components damaged in this way
can unexpectedly fail or, in the case of an
accident, no longer withstand the strain
they are designed to.
In such situations, have the vehicle
checked and repaired immediately at a
qualified specialist workshop. If on continuing your journey you notice that driving safety is impaired, pull over and stop
the vehicle immediately, paying attention
to road and traffic conditions. In such
cases, consult a qualified specialist workshop.
The multimedia device is equipped with
technical provisions to protect it against
theft. Further information is available from
any smart centre.
The functionality of a roof aerial (radio, DAB)
may be impaired if roof carriers are used.
Metallised retrofit film on windows may also
affect radio and GPS reception and have a
negative impact on all other aerial functions
in the vehicle interior.
Declarations of conformity
Electromagnetic compatibility
The electromagnetic compatibility of the
vehicle components has been checked and
certified according to the currently valid
version of UNECE standard UN-R10.
Declaration of conformity for two-way
radio systems according to Directive
2014/53/EU
The components of the vehicle that receive
and/or transmit radio waves are compliant
with the basic requirements and all other
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relevant regulations stipulated by Directive
2014/53/EU.
You can obtain further information from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
In the following, you will find the addresses
of radio component manufacturers which,
due to their size or nature, do not allow this
information to be indicated on the equipment.
Tyre pressure monitor sensors: Schrader
Electronics Ltd., 11 Technology Park, Belfast
Road, Antrim BT41 1QS, Northern Ireland
Transponder ring:
Visteon Electronics, 04 Rue Nelson Mandela,
Zone Industrielle Borj Cedria, 2055 Bir El Bey,
Tunisia
Remote keyless entry:
Visteon Electronics, 04 Rue Nelson Mandela,
Zone Industrielle Borj Cedria, 2055 Bir El Bey,
Tunisia
Alps Electric Europe GmbH, Ohmstraße 4,
D-85716 Unterschleißheim, Germany
Radio:
Visteon Electronics, 04 Rue Nelson Mandela,
Zone Industrielle Borj Cedria, 2055 Bir El Bey,
Tunisia
Continental Automotive, 1 Rue de Clairefontaine, 78120 Rambouillet, France
Mobile communication and telemetry:
Ficosa Internationnal, Gran Via de Carles III
98, 08028 Barcelona, Spain
Radar:
Robert Bosch GmbH, Daimlerstraße 6, 71229
Leonberg, Germany
Windscreen unit:
car2go Group GmbH, Fasanenweg 15-17,
70771 Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Germany
TIREFIT kit
Copy of the original declaration of conformity:
VERIFICATION OF EMC COMPLIANCE
Verification
No.:
Applicant: ITW Global Tire Repair Europe
Address of
Manufacturer:
GZEM161000740001V
GmbH
No. 11 Kuiqing Road, Qingxi
Town, Dongguan City, China.
Factory: The same as manufacturer
Address of
Factory:
Product
Description:
Model No: AEROB-DP
Sufficient samples of the product have been
tested and found to be in conformity with
Test Standards: EN 50498:2010
As shown in the
Test Report
Number(s):
This verification of EMC Compliance has been
granted to the applicant based on the results
of the tests, performed by laboratory of SGSCSTC Standards Technical Services Co., Ltd.
on the sample of the above-mentioned product in accordance with the provisions of the
relevant specific standards under Directive
2014/30/EU. The CE mark as shown below can
be used, under the responsibility of the manufacturer, after completion of an EU Declaration of Conformity and compliance with all
relevant EU Directives.
Date: 2016-11-10
Signature: Kobe Jian
The same as manufacturer
Air compressor
GZEM161000740001
Type of radio device in the vehicle
Frequency
range
125 kHz
(119 kHz -
135 kHz)
13.553 MHz -
13.567 MHz
433 MHz
(433.05 MHz
-
434.79 MHz)
Technology Transmis-
Transponder ring
Windscreen
unit (vehicle
access system for
Car2Go)
Remote keyless entry
Tyre pressure monitor
sion output/
magnetic
field
strength
≤ 42 dBμA/m
at 10 m
≤ 42 dBμA/m
at 10 m
≤ 10 mW
e.r.p.
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Frequency
range
Technology Transmis-
sion output/
magnetic
field
strength
2.4 GHz ISM
waveband
Bluetooth
®
≤ 100 mW
e.i.r.p.
(2400 MHz -
2483.5 MHz)
76 GHz 77 GHz
76 GHzRadar ≤ 55 dBm
peak e.i.r.p.
Diagnostics connection
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment
at a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
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If you connect equipment to a diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, it may affect the
operation of vehicle systems. As a result,
the operating safety of the vehicle could be
affected. There is a risk of an accident.
Only connect equipment to a diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, which is
approved for your vehicle by MercedesBenz.
WARNING
G
Objects in the driver's footwell may
restrict the clearance around the pedals or
block a depressed pedal. This jeopardises
the operating and road safety of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Stow all objects securely in the vehicle so
that they do not get into the driver's footwell. Always fit the floormats securely and
as prescribed in order to ensure that there
is always sufficient room for the pedals. Do
not use loose floormats and do not place
several floormats on top of one another.
If the engine is switched off and a device
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is connected to a diagnostic connection,
the battery may become discharged.
Qualified specialist workshop
A qualified specialist workshop has the necessary special skills, tools and qualifications
to correctly carry out any necessary work on
your vehicle. This particularly applies to
work relevant to safety.
Observe the information contained in the
Service Booklet.
Always have the following work carried out
on your vehicle at a smart centre:
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work relevant to safety
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service and maintenance work
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repair work
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modifications, installations and conversions
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work on electronic components
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replacing the 12 V battery within the prescribed interval, at the latest every three
years
You can obtain current information concerning the servicing of your vehicle at any time
from a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a
smart centre.
Replacing the 12 V battery
Observe the notes on the 12 V battery.
smart recommends that you have the 12 V
battery replaced at a qualified specialist
workshop, e.g. at a smart centre.
If you intend to replace the battery yourself,
please observe the following points:
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always replace a defective battery with a
battery which fulfils the specific vehicle
requirements
The vehicle is equipped with either an AGM
(Absorbent Glass Mat) technology battery
or a lithium-ion battery. Full vehicle functionality is only guaranteed with a battery
of the same technology. smart recommends
that you only use batteries of the same
technology which have been tested and
approved for your vehicle.
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carry over detachable parts, e.g. the
breather hose, angled connecting piece or
terminal cover from the battery which is
being replaced
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make sure that the breather hose is always
connected to the original opening on the
battery side
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Fit current or newly delivered cell caps.
Otherwise, gases or battery acid may leak.
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make sure that the detachable parts are
reconnected in the same way
Vehicle registration
smart may ask its smart centres to carry out
technical inspections on certain vehicles.
The quality or safety of the vehicle is
improved as a result of the inspection.
smart is only able to notify the vehicle owner
about vehicle inspections if smart has the
vehicle registration data.
In the following cases, it is possible that a
vehicle has not yet been registered in the
owner's name:
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the vehicle was not purchased at an
authorised specialist dealer
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the vehicle has not yet been examined at a
smart centre
smart recommends registering the vehicle in
a smart centre.
Notify smart as soon as possible if there is a
change of address or if ownership of the
vehicles changes. This can be done at a smart
centre, for example.
High-voltage electrical system
Danger of electric shock
DANGER
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The vehicle's high voltage electrical system is under high voltage. If you modify
components in the vehicle's high-voltage
electrical system or touch damaged components, you may be electrocuted. The
components in the vehicle's high-voltage
electrical system may be damaged in an
accident, although the damage is not visible. There is a risk of fatal injury.
Do not touch any high-voltage components
after an accident and never modify the
vehicle's high-voltage electrical system.
Have the vehicle towed away after an accident and the vehicle's high-voltage elec-
trical system checked by a qualified specialist workshop.
All of the vehicle's high-voltage electrical
system components are marked with yellow
warning stickers which warn you of the dangers of high voltages. The cables of the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system are
orange in colour.
Observe the following before carrying out
general work such as changing a bulb or
checking the coolant level:
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the ignition is switched off
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the charging cable for charging the highvoltage battery is disconnected
Automatically switching off the vehicle's
high-voltage electrical system
In order to prevent anyone coming into contact with high voltage, the high-voltage
electrical system is generally switched off
automatically in the following cases:
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the restraint systems are activated in the
event of an accident
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an electrical short circuit is detected in the
vehicle's high-voltage electrical system
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an electrical connection in the vehicle's
high-voltage electrical system is disconnected
High-voltage battery
WARNING
G
In the event of a vehicle fire, the internal
pressure of the high-voltage battery could
exceed a critical value. In this case, flammable gas escapes through a vent valve in
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the vehicle's underbody. The gas could
ignite. There is a risk of injury.
In cases of unusual smells developing,
smoke or burn marks, stop the charging
process immediately.
Leave the danger area immediately. Secure
the danger area at a suitable distance.
Contact a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
G
If the housing of the high-voltage battery
has been damaged, electrolyte and gases
may leak out. These are poisonous and
caustic. There is a risk of injury.
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. Immediately rinse electrolyte
splashes off with water and seek medical
attention straight away.
Correct use
If warning stickers are removed, you may fail
to recognise certain dangers. Leave warning
stickers in place.
The following are important sources of information in regard to vehicle use:
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safety notes in this Owner's Manual
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technical data in this Owner's Manual
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traffic rules and regulations
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laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles
Implied warranty
Follow the instructions in this manual
!
about the proper operation of your vehicle
as well as about possible vehicle damage.
Damage to your vehicle that arises from
culpable contraventions against these
instructions is not covered either by the
smart implied warranty or by the New or
Used-Vehicle Warranty.
QR codes for rescue card
The QR code is affixed on the charge socket
flap and on the door pillar (B-pillar), on the
opposite side. In the event of an accident,
rescue services can use the QR code to
quickly determine the corresponding rescue
card for a vehicle. The current rescue card
contains the most important information
about the vehicle in compact form, such as
the routing of the electric cables. Further
information: www.mercedes-benz.de/qrcode
Data stored in the vehicle
Electronic control units
Your vehicle is equipped with electronic
control units. Some of them are necessary for
your vehicle to function safely, some provide
support when driving (driver assistance
systems). In addition, your vehicle offers
comfort or entertainment functions which
are also made possible with electronic control units.
Electronic control units contain data memories which can permanently or temporarily
store technical information on vehicle condition, component stress, service requirements as well as technical incidents and
faults.
This information generally documents the
condition of a component, a module, a system
or of the environment such as:
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operating states of system components
(e.g. fluid levels, battery status, tyre pressure)
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status messages of the vehicle or its individual components (e.g. wheel revolutions/speed, deceleration in movement,
lateral acceleration, display of seat belts
fastened)
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malfunctions and defects in key system
components (e.g. the lights and brakes)
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information on incidents in which the
vehicle is damaged
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reactions of the systems in specific driving situations (e.g. deployment of an airbag, use of stability control systems)
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ambient conditions (e.g. temperature, rain
sensor)
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In addition to the provision of control unit
functions, this data serves to detect and rectify faults as well as to optimise vehicle
functions by the manufacturer. Most of this
data is volatile and is only processed in the
vehicle itself. Only a small proportion of the
data is stored in event or error memories.
When service work is carried out on your
vehicle, the technical data from the vehicle
can be read out by service network staff (e.g.
workshops, manufacturers) or third parties
(e.g. breakdown services). Service work is, for
example, repair work, maintenance, warranty claims and quality assurance measures. The data is read out via the legally prescribed connection for the diagnostics connection in the vehicle. The respective workshop of service network or third parties collect, process and use the data. The data documents technical states of the vehicle, help in
finding errors and in improving quality and
are transferred to the manufacturer if necessary. In addition, the manufacturer is subject to product liability. For this purpose, the
manufacturer requires technical data from
vehicles.
Error memories in the vehicle can be reset by
a service outlet during repairs or service
work.
Depending on the equipment selected, you
can enter data in comfort and infotainment
functions of the vehicle.
This includes, for example:
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multimedia data, such as music, films or
photos for playback in an integrated multimedia system
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address book data for use in an integrated
hands-free system or an integrated navigation system
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navigation destinations entered
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data on the use of Internet services
This data can be saved locally in the vehicle
or it is located on a device which you have
connected to the vehicle (e.g. smartphone,
USB memory stick or MP3 player). If this data
is saved in the vehicle, you can delete it at
any time. Transfer of this data to third parties only occurs at your request, especially
as part of online services according to the
settings you have selected.
You can save comfort settings/individualisation in the vehicle and change them at any
time.
Depending on the equipment, these include,
for example:
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settings for seat and steering wheel positions
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suspension and air-conditioning settings
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individualisation such as interior lighting
If your vehicle is suitably equipped, you can
connect your mobile phone or another mobile
end device with the vehicle. You can operate
these devices via the control elements integrated in the vehicle. Images and sound from
the mobile phone can played back via the
multimedia system. At the same time, certain
information is transferred to your mobile
phone.
This includes, depending on the type of integration, for example:
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general vehicle status
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position data
This allows the use of selected mobile phone
apps, e.g. navigation or music playback.
There is no further interaction between
mobile phone and vehicle; in particular there
is no active access to vehicle data. The provider of the app being used determines how
the data may be further processed. Which
settings you can adjust, if any, depends on
the specific app and the operating system of
your mobile phone.
Online services
Wireless network connection
If your vehicle has a wireless network connection, this will permit the exchange of data
between your vehicle and further systems.
The wireless network connection is enabled
by a transmission and reception device
belonging to the vehicle or via mobile end
devices (e.g. mobile phones) you bring into
the vehicle. Online functions can be used via
this wireless network connection. These
include online services and applications/
apps, which are provided by the manufacturer or by other providers.
Manufacturer's own services
Regarding online services of the manufacturer, the individual functions are described
by the manufacturer in a suitable place (e.g.
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Owner's Manual, the manufacturer's website)
along with the relevant data protection
information. Personal identification data
may be used to provide online services. The
data exchange for this takes place via a
secure connection, e.g. with the manufacturer's IT systems intended for the purpose. The
collecting, processing, and use of personal
identification data beyond the provision of
services occurs exclusively on the basis of a
legal permit or after due consent.
Generally, you can enable or disable the
services and functions (which sometimes
have associated costs). In some cases, this
also applies to the whole data connection of
the vehicle. Excluded from this are special
legally prescribed functions and services.
Services of third parties
If it is possible to use online services from
other providers, these services are the
responsibility of the provider in question
and subject to that provider's data protection
conditions and terms of use. The manufacturer has no influence on the contents
exchanged whilst using these services.
Please ask the respective service provider for
details on the type, extent and purpose of the
collection and use of personal data in the
context of third party services.
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Copyright information
Information on licenses of Free and OpenSource software used in the vehicle and the
electronic components:
http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource
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Cockpit
Cockpit
>> At a glance.
Function Page
Charge level display 71
:
Power display 71
Instrument cluster 35
;
Horn
=
Instrument cluster multi-
?
function lever 107
Windscreen wipers combi-
nation switch 88
Automatic locking feature 91
A
Hazard warning lamps 170
Overhead control panel 33
B
smart Audio-System 112
C
smart Media-System 120
Function Page
Climate control system
D
control panel 94
Ignition lock 66
E
Control panel for:
F
Lane Keeping Assist 74
Parking aid 102
Acoustic presence indica-
tor 69
Headlamp range adjust-
ment 87
Lights combination switch 86
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Multifunction steering wheel
Multifunction steering wheel
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>> At a glance.
Function Page
Colour display of the
:
instrument cluster 106
Monochrome display of the
instrument cluster 106
smart Audio-System 112
;
smart Media-System 120
Only for instrument cluster
=
with colour display:
WX Adjusts the volume 120
Switches voice-operated control on or off and
accepts or ends a call 120
® Increases or stores
?
the current speed 76
g Decreases current speed 76
Function Page
° Calls up the last speed
A
stored 76
± Interrupts cruise
B
control or the limiter 76
C ¯ Activates cruise con-
trol 76
^ Deactivates cruise
control or the limiter 76
È Activates limiter 76
Only for instrument cluster
D
with colour display:
9: Scrolls through
menus 107
a Confirms the selection 109
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Centre console with drawer
32
Centre console with drawer
>> At a glance.
Function Page
Cup holders 148
:
Ashtray 97
Drawer 148
;
Coin holder
=
Opens and closes the folding roof 93
Selector lever 68
?
Parking brake 67
A
Function Page
Cigarette lighter 97
B
12 V socket 98
smart Media-System: AUX
C
port, USB port and SD card
slot 120
Cup holders 148
D
Selector lever indicator 68
E
ECO mode 70
F
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Overhead control panel
Overhead control panel
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>> At a glance.
Function Page
Left-hand reading lamp 88
:
Interior lighting 88
;
Right-hand reading lamp 88
=
Function Page
PASSENGER AIRBAG indica-
?
tor lamps 41
Rear seat belt status indi-
cator 40
Rear-view mirror 63
A
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Door control panel
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Door control panel
>> At a glance.
Function Page
Opens the door 91
:
Adjusts the exterior mir-
;
rors 64
Function Page
Opens and closes the side
=
windows 93
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Displays shown in the instrument cluster and the display
Displays shown in the instrument cluster and the display
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>> At a glance.
Function Page
Speedometer
:
Display
;
Warning and indicator
=
lamps
Doors or tailgate 187
C
Seat belts 188
7
Restraint system 189
6
Drive diagnostics 192
þ
Brakes 191
J
ABS 195
!
÷
h
D
·
^
®
ESP
Tyre pressure monitor 197
Power steering 200
Collision warning 200
Active Brake Assist 57
58
Function Page
Lane Keeping Assist 201
Ã
12 V battery 203
#
Rear foglamp 87
R
Foglamps 87
O
Main-beam headlamps 86
K
Dipped-beam headlamps 86
L
Side lamps 87
T
Charging cable 192
è
Cruise control 202
¯
Limiter 202
È
Brake lights, rain or light
b
sensors 203
Next service due date
¯
°
READY indicator 203
õ
192
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Occupant safety
Restraint system
Protection provided by the restraint system
The restraint system comprises:
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Seat belt system
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Airbags
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Child restraint system
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Child seat securing systems
In the event of an accident, the restraint system can:
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reduce the risk of vehicle occupants coming into contact with parts of the vehicle
interior.
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reduce the forces to which vehicle occupants are subjected
Only a seat belt which is worn correctly can
provide the intended level of protection. The
belt tensioners and/or airbags can complement a correctly worn seat belt depending on
the detected accident situation. Belt tensioners and airbags are not necessarily
deployed in every accident.
For the restraint system to provide its full
protection, each occupant has to:
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have the seat belt fastened correctly
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be in an almost upright position with their
back against the seat backrest
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sit with their feet resting on the floor, if
possible
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if below 1.50 m in height, be secured using
an additional restraint system suitable for
your vehicle
However, no system available today can
completely eliminate injuries and fatalities
in every accident situation. In particular,
seat belts and airbags generally do not protect against objects penetrating the vehicle
from the outside. The risk of an injury resulting from airbag deployment cannot be ruled
out entirely either.
Limited protection from restraint system
WARNING
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If the restraint system is modified, it may
no longer work as intended. The restraint
system may then not perform its intended
protective function by failing in an accident or triggering unexpectedly, for example. There is an increased risk of injury,
possibly even fatal.
Never modify parts of the restraint system.
Do not attempt to modify the wiring as well
as electronic components or their software.
If it is necessary to adjust the vehicle to
accommodate a person with disabilities,
contact a qualified specialist workshop.
smart recommends that you use driving aids
which have been approved specifically for
your vehicle by smart.
Preparing the restraint system for operation
When the ignition is switched on, the 6
restraint system warning lamp lights up
during the self-check. It goes out no later
than a few seconds after the vehicle is started. The components of the restraint system
are then ready for operation.
Restraint system malfunctions
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The restraint system warning lamp 6
does not light up when the ignition is
switched on.
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The restraint system warning lamp 6 is
constantly lit or lights up repeatedly when
driving.
In the event of an accident, the vehicle's
high-voltage electrical system may not be
deactivated as intended if there is a malfunction in the restraint system.
DANGER
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If the restraint system is malfunctioning,
restraint system components may be triggered unintentionally or may not deploy
as intended during an accident. This may
affect the seat belt tensioner or airbag, for
example. Furthermore, in the event of an
accident, the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system may not be deactivated as
intended. You may be electrocuted if you
touch the damaged components of the
vehicle's high-voltage electrical system.
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This poses an increased risk of injury or
even fatal injury.
Have the restraint system checked and
repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. After an accident, switch
off the ignition immediately and remove
the key from the ignition lock.
Restraint system response during an
accident
How the restraint system works depends on
the severity of the impact detected and the
apparent type of accident:
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head-on collision
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rear collision
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side impact
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overturn
The activation threshold for the restraint
system components is determined based on
the analysis of the sensor values measured at
various points in the vehicle. This process is
pre-emptive in nature. The triggering process of the restraint system components
should take place in good time at the start of
the collision.
Factors which can only be seen and measured after a collision has occurred do not
play a decisive role in the deployment of an
airbag, nor do they provide an indication of
airbag deployment.
The vehicle may be deformed significantly
without an airbag being deployed. This is the
case if only parts which are relatively easily
deformed are affected and the rate of vehicle
deceleration is not high. Conversely, an airbag may be deployed even though the vehicle
suffers only minor deformation. If, for
instance, very rigid car parts such as longitudinal body members are hit, the rate of
vehicle deceleration may be sufficient.
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The restraint system components can be
activated or triggered independently of each
other:
Components Detected trigger sit-
uation
Belt tensioners Frontal collision,
Driver's airbag,
rear collision, side
impact, overturn
Head-on collision
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front passenger
front airbag and
knee airbag
Sidebag Side impact
Windowbag Side impact, over-
turn1, frontal collision
WARNING
G
After the airbag deploys, the airbag parts
are hot. There is a risk of injury.
Do not touch the airbag parts. Have a
deployed airbag replaced at a qualified
specialist workshop as soon as possible.
smart recommends that you have the
i
vehicle towed to a qualified specialist
workshop after an accident. Take this into
account, particularly if a belt tensioner
was triggered or an airbag was deployed.
If the belt tensioners are triggered or an airbag is deployed, you will hear a bang, and a
small amount of powder may also be
released:
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the bang will not usually affect your hearing.
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in general, the powder released is not hazardous to health but may cause short-term
breathing difficulties to persons suffering
from asthma or other pulmonary conditions.
Provided it is safe to do so, leave the vehicle immediately or open the window in
order to prevent breathing difficulties.
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Seat belts
Protection provided by seat belts
Always fasten seat belts correctly before
commencing your journey. A seat belt can
only provide maximum protection when worn
correctly.
WARNING
G
If the seat belt is worn incorrectly, it can-
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not perform its intended protective function. Furthermore, an incorrectly worn seat
belt can cause additional injuries, e.g. in
the event of an accident, heavy braking or
sudden changes of direction. There is an
increased risk of injury, possibly even
fatal.
Always ensure that all vehicle occupants
have their seat belts fastened correctly
and are sitting properly.
Always observe the notes on correct driver's
seat position (Y page 60) and seat adjustment (Y page 61).
Every car occupant must observe the following notes to ensure a properly worn seat belt
can provide full protection.
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The seat belt must:
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not be twisted and must be tight and fit
snugly across your body
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be routed across the centre of the shoulder and as low down across your hips as
possible
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the shoulder section of the belt should not
touch your neck nor be routed under your
arm or behind your back.
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avoid wearing bulky clothing, e.g. a winter
coat.
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press the lap belt down into your hip joints
and pull taut by the shoulder section of the
belt. The lap belt must never be routed
across your stomach or abdomen.
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never route the seat belt across sharp,
pointed, abrasive or fragile objects.
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only one person per seat belt. Infants and
children must never travel sitting on the
lap of a vehicle occupant.
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never secure objects with a seat belt if the
seat belt is also being used by one of the
vehicle's occupants. Always observe the
notes on "Loading the vehicle" for securing
objects, luggage or loads (Y page 149).
Also make sure that objects are never
placed between an occupant and the seat,
e.g. a cushion.
If children are travelling in the vehicle, be
sure to observe the instructions and safety
notes on "Children in the vehicle"
(Y page 42).
Limited protection from seat belts
WARNING
G
The seat belt does not offer the intended
level of protection if you have not moved
the backrest to an almost vertical position.
When braking or in the event of an accident, you could slide underneath the seat
belt and sustain abdomen or neck injuries,
for example. This poses an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
Adjust the seat properly before beginning
your journey. Always ensure that the
backrest is in an almost vertical position
and that the shoulder section of your seatbelt is routed across the centre of your
shoulder.
WARNING
G
Persons under 1.50 m tall cannot wear the
seat belts correctly without an additional
suitable restraint system. If the seat belt is
worn incorrectly, it cannot perform its
intended protective function. Furthermore, an incorrectly worn seat belt can
cause additional injuries, e.g. in the event
of an accident, heavy braking or sudden
changes of direction. There is an increased
risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Always secure persons less than 1.50 m tall
in additional suitable restraint systems.
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WARNING
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Seat belts cannot protect as intended, if:
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they are damaged, have been modified,
are extremely dirty, bleached or dyed
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the seat belt buckle is damaged or
extremely dirty
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modifications have been made to the belt
tensioners, belt anchorages or inertia
reels
Seat belts may sustain non-visible damage in an accident, e.g. due to glass splinters. Modified or damaged seat belts can
tear or fail, for example in the event of an
accident. Modified seat belt tensioners
may be deployed unintentionally or not
function as intended. There is an increased
risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Never modify seat belts, seat belt tensioners, seat belt anchorages and inertia reels.
Ensure that seat belts are not damaged or
worn and are clean. After an accident, have
the seat belts checked immediately at a
qualified specialist workshop.
smart recommends that you only use seat
belts that have been approved specifically
for your vehicle by smart.
WARNING
G
Pyrotechnical belt tensioners which have
been triggered are no longer operational
and therefore cannot protect as intended.
There is an increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Have pyrotechnic belt tensioners which
have been triggered replaced at a qualified
specialist workshop immediately.
smart recommends that you have the vehicle
towed to a qualified specialist workshop
after an accident.
Make sure that the seat belt is fully rolled
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up. Otherwise, the seat belt or belt tongue
will be trapped in the door or in the seat
mechanism. This could damage the door,
the door trim panel and the seat belt. Damaged seat belts can no longer fulfil their
protective function and must be replaced.
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Fastening and adjusting the seat belts
If the seat belt is pulled quickly or suddenly,
the inertia reel locks. The belt strap cannot
be pulled out further.
If the co-driver's seat is not occupied, do
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not engage the seat belt tongue in the
buckle on the co-driver's seat. Otherwise,
in the event of an accident the belt tensioner could be triggered in addition to
other systems and would need to be
replaced.
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Always insert seat belt tongue ; into belt
buckle : that belongs to the seat.
X
Slide the belt sash guide into the required
position.
To raise: slide upwards at the ring.
To lower: press the belt guide release and
slide downwards at the ring.
X
Make sure that the belt sash guide is
engaged.
Releasing the seat belts
X
Press the release button in the belt buckle
and guide the seat belt back by the belt
tongue.
Belt warning for the driver and front
passenger
The 7 seat belt warning lamp in the
instrument cluster reminds you that all
vehicle occupants must fasten their seat
belts correctly.
A warning tone may also sound.
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As soon as the driver and co-driver fasten
their seat belts, the seat belt warning goes
out.
Rear seat belt status indicator
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Seat belt warning lamp
:
Rear left-hand seat belt status indicator
;
Rear right-hand seat belt status indica-
=
tor
The rear seat belt status indicator informs
you which rear seat belt is not fastened.
You will recognise the status of the rear seat
belt from the following colour:
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Red – seat belt not fastened
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Green – seat belt fastened
When you drive off and have reached a speed
of approximately 10 km/h the lamps go out
after approximately 30 seconds.
Airbags
Overview of airbags
The installation location of an airbag is
identified by the AIRBAG symbol.
When deployed, an airbag may increase protection for the corresponding vehicle occupant.
AIRBAG Possible protection
Driver's
:
kneebag
Driver's air-
;
bag
Front
=
passenger
front airbag
Windowbag Head
?
Sidebag Thorax and pelvis
A
The front passenger front airbag can be
deployed in an accident only if the
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp is lit.
If the front passenger seat is occupied, make
sure both before and during the journey that
the status of the front passenger front airbag
is correct (Y page 41).
for:
Thigh, knee, lower leg
Head and thorax
Head and thorax
Protection provided by the airbags
Depending on the accident situation, an airbag supplements a correctly worn seat belt
and can increase protection.
WARNING
G
If you deviate from the correct seat position, the airbag cannot perform its intended protective function and can even cause
additional injuries when deployed. There
is an increased risk of serious or even fatal
injuries.
In order to avoid such risks, always ensure
that all vehicle occupants:
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fasten their seatbelts correctly, including pregnant women
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are seated correctly and maintain the
furthest possible distance from the airbags
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observe the following notes
Always ensure that there are no objects
located between the airbag and the vehicle
occupant.
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To avoid risks resulting from a deployed airbag:
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adjust the seats properly before beginning
your journey. Move the driver's and codriver's seats as far back as possible
Always observe the information on the
correct driver's seat position (Y page 60).
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hold the steering wheel by the rim only.
This allows the airbag to deploy fully
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always lean against the backrest while
driving. Do not lean forwards or against
the door or side window. Otherwise, you are
in the airbags' deployment area
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feet should always be placed on the
ground. Do not place your feet on the dashboard, for example. Otherwise, your feet
are in the airbag's deployment area
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when travelling with children in the vehicle, observe the additional notes
(Y page 42)
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always stow objects correctly and securely
Objects in the vehicle interior may prevent
the airbag from functioning correctly.
Therefore, always make sure that:
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there are no people, animals or objects
between the vehicle occupants and the
airbag
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there are no objects between the seat, door
and B-pillar
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there are no hard objects, e.g. coat hangers, hanging on the grab handles or coat
hooks
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there are no accessories, such as drinks
can holders, attached in the airbag's
deployment area, e.g. on doors, side windows or side trim panels
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there are no heavy, sharp-edged or fragile
objects in the pockets of your clothing.
Stow such objects in a suitable place
Limited protection from airbags
WARNING
G
If you modify an airbag cover or affix
objects such as stickers to it, the airbag
can no longer function correctly. There is
an increased risk of injury.
Never modify an airbag cover or affix
objects to it.
WARNING
G
Unsuitable seat covers may obstruct or
even prevent deployment of the airbags
integrated into the seats. The airbags may
then fail to protect the vehicle occupants
as intended. There is an increased risk of
injury, possibly even fatal.
Use only seat covers which have been specifically approved for the respective seat
by smart.
WARNING
G
Sensors to control the airbags are located
in the doors. Modifications or work not performed correctly to the doors or door panelling, as well as damaged doors, can lead
to the function of the sensors being
impaired. The airbags might therefore not
function properly any more. Consequently,
the airbags cannot protect vehicle occupants as they are designed to do. This
poses an increased risk of injury.
Never modify the doors or parts of the
doors. Always have work on the doors or
door panelling carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop.
WARNING
G
An airbag that has been deployed once
cannot provide any further protection and,
in the event of an accident, can no longer
perform its intended protective function.
There is an increased risk of injury.
Have the vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop to have the deployed airbag replaced.
Have deployed airbags replaced immediately.
Status of the front passenger front airbag
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps
The front passenger front airbag can be enabled or disabled using the airbag-off switch
in the instrument panel on the front
passenger side (Y page 51).
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The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and PASSENGER
AIR BAG ON indicator lamps are part of the
front passenger front airbag deactivation
system.
The indicator lamps display the status of the
front passenger front airbag:
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PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF lights up: the
front passenger front airbag is deactivated. It will then not be deployed in the
event of an accident.
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PASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up: the front
passenger front airbag is activated. The
front passenger front airbag may deploy
during an accident.
If the front passenger seat is occupied, make
sure that the status of the front passenger
front airbag is correct depending on the situation both before and during the journey:
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Children in a child restraint system:
whether the front passenger front airbag
should be enabled or disabled depends on
the child restraint system fitted and the
age and size of the child. Be sure to observe
the notes on "Children in the vehicle"
(Y page 42). There, you will also find
information on rearward- or forwardfacing child restraint systems on the front
passenger seat.
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All other persons: the PASSENGER AIR BAG
ON indicator lamp must be lit. The front
passenger front airbag is activated. Be
sure to read the notes on "Seat belts"
(Y page 38) and "Airbags" (Y page 40).
There, you can also find information on the
correct seat position.
Observe the information on the airbag deactivation system of the front passenger front
airbag (Y page 51).
Travelling safely with children in the
vehicle
Observe carefully when children travelling in the vehicle
Being consistent
Be sure to observe the safety notes rele-
i
vant to the situation. In doing so, you will
be able to identify possible risks and avoid
dangers when children are travelling in
the vehicle (Y page 43).
Bear in mind that negligence when securing
the child in the child restraint system may
have serious consequences. Always be consistent and secure a child carefully before
each journey.
To improve protection for children younger
than twelve years old and under 1.50 m in
height, smart recommends you always
observe the following notes:
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Always secure the child in a child restraint
system suitable for your smart vehicle.
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The child restraint system must be appropriate to the age, weight and size of the
child.
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The vehicle seat must be suitable for the
child restraint system to be fitted
(Y page 46).
Accident statistics show that children
secured on the rear seats are safer than children secured on the front seats. For this reason, smart strongly advises that you fit a
child restraint system on a rear seat.
The generic term child restraint system
The generic term child restraint system is
used in this Owner's Manual. A child
restraint system is, for example:
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a baby car seat
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a rearward-facing child seat
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a forward-facing child seat
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a child booster seat with a backrest and
seat belt guides
The child restraint system must be appropriate to the age, weight and size of the child.
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Observing laws and regulations
Be sure to observe the legal requirements
when using a child restraint system in the
vehicle.
Ensure that the child restraint system is
approved in accordance with the valid test
specifications and guidelines. Further information can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop. smart recommends that
you use a smart Centre.
Use only approved child restraint systems
Only child restraint systems that meet the
following UNECE standards are permitted for
use in the vehicle:
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UN-R44
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UN-R129 (i‑Size child restraint systems)
Information about the approval categories
for child restraint systems and details on the
approval label on the child restraint system
(Y page 46).
Detecting risks, avoiding danger
Securing systems for child restraint systems in the vehicle
Only use the following securing systems for
child restraint systems:
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the ISOFIX or i-Size securing rings
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the vehicle's seat belt system
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Top Tether anchorages
Preferably, fit an ISOFIX or i‑Size child
restraint system.
The risk of incorrectly fitting the child
restraint system can be reduced by simply
fitting it on the securing rings of the vehicle.
When the child is secured using the safety
belt integrated in the ISOFIX or i-Size child
restraint system, be sure to observe the maximum permissible weight of the child and
child restraint system together (Y page 49).
The advantage of a rearward-facing
child restraint system
Babies or infants should preferably travel in
a suitable rearward-facing child restraint
system. In this case, the child is seated in the
opposite direction to the direction of travel
and is facing backwards.
Babies and infants have comparatively
poorly developed neck muscles in relation to
the size and weight of their head. A rearward-facing child restraint system can
reduce the risk of injury to the cervical spine
in an accident.
Secure the child restraint system correctly at all times
WARNING
G
If the child restraint system is incorrectly
fitted on the seat position suitable for this
purpose, it cannot perform its intended
protective function. In the event of an
accident, sharp braking or a sudden
change in direction, the child may not be
held securely. There is an increased risk of
serious or even fatal injuries.
Observe the manufacturer's installation
instructions and the correct use for the
child restraint system. Make sure that the
entire surface of the child restraint system
is resting on the seat surface. Never place
objects under or behind the child restraint
system, e.g. cushions. Only use child
restraint systems with the original cover
designed for them. Only replace damaged
covers with genuine covers.
WARNING
G
If the child restraint system is fitted incorrectly or is not secured, it can come loose in
the event of an accident, heavy braking or
a sudden change in direction. The child
restraint system could be thrown about,
striking vehicle occupants. There is an
increased risk of injury, possibly even
fatal.
Always fit child restraint systems properly, even if they are not being used. Make
sure that you observe the child restraint
system manufacturer's installation
instructions.
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Be sure to observe the installation and
operating instructions provided by the
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manufacturer for the child restraint system being used as well as the vehicle-specific notes at all times:
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Fitting an ISOFIX or i-Size child
restraint system to the rear seat
(Y page 49).
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Securing the child restraint system with
the seat belt on the rear seat
(Y page 54).
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Securing the child restraint system with
the seat belt on the front passenger seat
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(Y page 55). Observe the specific notes
on rearward-facing and forward-facing
child restraint systems.
If the front passenger seat is occupied,
make sure that the status of the front
passenger front airbag is correct
depending on the situation both before
and during the journey.
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Observe the warning labels in the vehicle
interior and on the child restraint system.
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Also secure Top Tether, if available.
Do not modify the child restraint system
WARNING
G
If you modify a child restraint system or
affix objects to it, e.g. toys or unsuitable
accessories, the child restraint system
may no longer function properly. This
poses an increased risk of injury.
Never modify a child restraint system.
Only affix accessories which have been
specially approved for this child restraint
system by the child restraint system's
manufacturer.
smart recommends you use smart care products to clean child restraint systems recommended by smart.
Only use child restraint systems which
are not damaged
WARNING
G
Child restraint systems or their securing
systems that have been damaged or subjected to a load in an accident cannot perform their intended protective function. In
the event of an accident, sharp braking or a
sudden change in direction, the child may
not be held securely. There is an increased
risk of serious or even fatal injuries.
Immediately replace child restraint systems that have been damaged or subjected
to a load in an accident. Have the child
restraint securing systems checked in a
qualified specialist workshop before fitting a child restraint system again.
Avoiding direct sunlight
WARNING
G
If the child restraint system is placed in
direct sunlight, the parts could become
very hot. Children could be suffer burns by
touching these parts, in particular on the
metallic parts of the child restraint system. There is a risk of injury.
If you and your child leave the vehicle,
always make sure that the child restraint
system is not in direct sunlight. Cover it
with a blanket, for example. If the child
restraint system has been exposed to
direct sunlight, leave it to cool down before
securing the child in it. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Observe the following when stopping or
parking
WARNING
G
If you leave children unattended in the
vehicle, they may be able to set the vehicle
in motion if, for example, they:
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release the parking brake
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shift the automatic transmission out of
park position P
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start the engine
In addition, they may operate vehicle
equipment and become trapped. There is a
risk of an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
key with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unattended in the vehicle.
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WARNING
G
If persons (particularly children) are
exposed to heat or cold for a prolonged
fatal injuries. Never leave persons (particularly children) unattended in the vehicle.
period, there is a risk of serious or even
Overview of recommended child restraint systems
The smart forfour is equipped with a manual front passenger front airbag deactivation system.
X
Before using a rearward-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat, disable
the front passenger front airbag (Y page 51).
You can obtain further information about the correct child restraint system from a quali-
i
fied specialist workshop. smart recommends that you use a smart Centre.
Securing with ISOFIX
Weight group
Size class
Group 0+:
up to 13 kg and up to approximately 15 months
Size category E
Group I:
9–18 kg
Size category B1
2
Model
Approval number
BABY SAFE plus
E1 04 301 146
DUO plus
E1 04 301 133
Order number
B6 6 86 8224
A 000 970 17 02
3
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Securing with the vehicle seat belt
Weight group
Type
Approval number
Group 0:
up to 10 kg and up to approx-
BABY SAFE plus II
E1 04 301 146
imately 6 months
Group 0+:
up to 13 kg and up to approx-
BABY SAFE plus II
E1 04 301 146
imately 15 months
Group I:
9–18 kg and from approx-
DUO plus
E1 04 301 133
imately 9 months to 4 years
2
Manufacturer: Britax Römer.
3
With colour code 9H95.
2
Order number
3
A 000 970 13 02
A 000 970 13 02
A 000 970 17 02
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Weight group
Type
2
Order number
Approval number
Group II/III:
15–36 kg and from approx-
KIDFIX
E1 04 301 198
A 000 970 20 02
imately 4–12 years
Group II/III:
15–36 kg and from approx-
KIDFIX XP
E1 04 301 304
A 000 970 23 02
imately 4–12 years
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Suitable seats in the vehicle for installing a child restraint system
Securing systems for child restraint systems
Vehicle seat
Left/right rear seat Preferred securing system:
ISOFIX child seat securing
system (Y page 48)
or
i‑Size child seat securing
system (Y page 49)
Also secure Top Tether if
available (Y page 51)
Front passenger seat Securing system:
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Vehicle seat belt (Y page 53)
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Alternative securing system:
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Vehicle seat belt
(Y page 53)
Be sure to observe:
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If the front passenger
seat is occupied, make
sure that the status of
the front passenger
front airbag is correct
depending on the situation both before and
during the journey.
Permitted categories for child restraint
systems
Use only approved child restraint systems
Only child restraint systems that meet the
following UNECE standards are permitted for
use in the vehicle:
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UN-R44
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UN-R129 (i‑Size child restraint systems)
2
Manufacturer: Britax Römer.
3
With colour code 9H95.
Identification on the child restraint system
Information about the approval category,
weight category and approval number, for
example, is on the approval label on the child
restraint system.
Depending on the approval category of the
child restraint system, there may be further
information, e.g. the ISOFIX size category.
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Approval categories in accordance with
UN-R44
Example of an approval label
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Universal: child restraint systems in the
"Universal" category are approved for
installation in vehicles. They can be used,
in accordance with overviews of the suitability of seats for securing child restraint
systems, on seats labelled U, UF or IUF.
The designation IUF refers to an ISOFIX
child restraint system in the "Universal"
category. These child restraint systems
must also be secured using Top Tether or a
supporting bracket.
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Semi-Universal: child restraint systems in
the "semi-universal" category may only be
used if the vehicle and the seat are listed in
the child restraint system manufacturer's
vehicle model list.
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Vehicle-specific: child restraint systems
in the "vehicle-specific" category may
only be used if the vehicle and the seat are
listed in the child restraint system manufacturer's vehicle model list.
Approval categories in accordance with
UN-R129
Example of an approval label
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i‑Size: child restraint systems in the
"i‑Size" category are approved for installation in vehicles with i‑Size securing
rings. They can be used, in accordance
with overviews of the suitability of seats
for securing child restraint systems, on
seats labelled i-U.
The designation i-U refers to an i-Size
child restraint system in the "Universal"
category. These child restraint systems
must also be secured using Top Tether or a
supporting bracket.
Observe the suitability of vehicle seats
Depending on the approval category, there
are forward-facing and/or rearward-facing
child restraint systems. Usage may be limited for certain vehicle seats.
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Suitability of seats for securing ISOFIX
child restraint systems (Y page 48)
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Suitability of seats for securing i-Size
child restraint systems (Y page 49)
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Suitability of seats for securing a beltsecured child restraint system
(Y page 53)
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Securing the ISOFIX or i-Size child restraint system
Suitability of the seats for attaching ISOFIX child restraint systems
ISOFIX identification
ISOFIX is a standardised securing system for special restraint systems.
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This symbol indicates which seats are suitable for securing an ISOFIX
child restraint system in accordance with UN-R44.
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Only secure child restraint systems approved by UN-R44 in accordance
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Carry cot
Size class Equipment Left/right rear seat
F ISO/L1 X
G ISO/L2 X
Weight category 0 (up to 10 kg and up to approximately 6 months)
Size class Equipment Left/right rear seat
E ISO/R1 IL
with the following ISOFIX tables.
X Not suitable for an ISOFIX child restraint system in this weight category and/or size
category.
IL Suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in accordance with the table in "Over-
view of recommended child restraint systems", or if the vehicle and the seat are listed
in the child restraint system manufacturer's vehicle model list.
Weight category 0+ (up to 13 kg and up to approximately 15 months)
Size class Equipment Left/right rear seat
E ISO/R1 IL
D ISO/R2 IL
C ISO/R3 X
IL Suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in accordance with the table in "Over-
view of recommended child restraint systems", or if the vehicle and the seat are listed
in the child restraint system manufacturer's vehicle model list.
X Not suitable for an ISOFIX child restraint system in this weight category and/or size
category.
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Weight category I (9‑18 kg and approximately 9 months to 4 years)
Size class Equipment Left/right rear seat
D ISO/R2 IL
C ISO/R3 X
B ISO/F2 IUF
B1 ISO/F2X IUF
A ISO/F3 IUF
IL Suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in accordance with the table in "Over-
view of recommended child restraint systems", or if the vehicle and the seat are listed
in the child restraint system manufacturer's vehicle model list.
X Not suitable for an ISOFIX child restraint system in this weight category and/or size
category.
IUF Suitable for forward-facing ISOFIX child restraint systems in the "Universal"
category in this weight category.
Suitability of the seats for attaching i‑Size child restraint systems
i‑Size identification
i‑Size is a standardised securing system for special restraint systems.
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This symbol indicates which seats are suitable for securing an i‑Size
child restraint system in accordance with UN-R129.
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Child restraint systems which have been approved in accordance with the
following may be secured:
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UN-R44 in accordance with the ISOFIX tables (Y page 48)
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UN-R129 in accordance with the following i‑Size table
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Front passenger seat Left/right rear seat
i‑Size child restraint system X i‑U
X Not suitable for an ISOFIX child
restraint system in this weight category
and/or size category.
Installing an ISOFIX or i-Size child
restraint system on the rear seat
WARNING
G
For ISOFIX or i‑Size child restraint systems, where the child is secured using the
integrated seat belt of the child restraint
system, the permissible gross weight of
the child and the child restraint system is
33 kg.
If the child together with the child
restraint system weighs more than 33 kg,
ISOFIX or i‑Size child restraint systems
with integrated seat belt no longer offer
sufficient protection. ISOFIX or i‑Size child
seat securing systems may be overloaded
and will not be able to restrain the child,
for example, in the event of an accident.
This poses an increased risk of injury or
even fatal injury.
i-U Suitable for forward-facing and
rearward-facing i‑Size child restraint
systems in the "Universal" category.
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If the child together with the child
restraint system weighs more than 33 kg ,
only use ISOFIX or i-Size child restraint
systems with which the child is secured
with the vehicle seat belt. Also secure the
child restraint system with the Top Tether
belt, if available.
Always observe the information on the
weight of the child restraint system:
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in the installation and operating instructions provided by the manufacturer for the
child restraint system being used
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on the label of the child restraint system, if
present
Regularly check that the maximum permissible weight of the child and child restraint
system together is still complied with.
When fitting a child restraint system, be sure
to observe the following:
Be sure to observe the correct use and
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the suitability of seats for securing a
child restraint system.
ISOFIX child seat securing system
(Y page 48)
i‑Size child seat securing system
(Y page 49)
Be sure to observe the installation and
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operating instructions provided by the
manufacturer for the child restraint
system being used.
Make sure that the child's feet do not
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touch the front seat. If necessary, move
the front seat forwards slightly.
the seat cushion and/or be fitted facing
the wrong direction.
The child restraint system must not be
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put under strain by the head restraint.
Adjust the head restraints as appropriate.
When fitting an i-Size child restraint
system, also observe the following:
When using a rearward-facing child
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restraint system: adjust the front seat so
that it does not touch the child restraint
system.
When using a forward-facing child
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restraint system: remove the head
restraint from the respective seat, if
possible. In addition, the seat backrest
of the child restraint system must, as far
as possible, lie flat against the backrest
of the vehicle seat.
When fitting an ISOFIX child restraint
system, also observe the following:
When using a category 0/0+ baby car seat
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and a category I, rearward-facing child
restraint system on a rear seat: adjust
the front seat so that the seat does not
touch the child restraint system.
For certain child restraint systems in
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weight category II or III, there may be
restrictions on the maximum size setting, e.g. due to possible contact with the
roof.
The child restraint system must not be
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put under strain between the roof and
ISOFIX securing rings
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i-Size securing rings
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Before every trip, make sure that the ISOFIX
child restraint system or the i-Size child
restraint system is engaged correctly in both
ISOFIX or i-Size securing rings.
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Fit the ISOFIX or i-Size child restraint system on both securing rings of the vehicle.
Securing Top Tether
WARNING
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If the rear seat backrests are not locked,
they could fold forwards in the event of an
accident, heavy braking or sudden
changes of direction. As a result, child
restraint systems cannot perform their
intended protective function. Rear seat
backrests that are not locked can also
cause additional injuries, e.g. in the event
of an accident. This poses an increased risk
of injury or even fatal injury.
Always lock rear seat backrests after fitting a Top Tether belt. Observe the lock
verification indicator. Adjust the rear seat
backrests so that they are in an upright
position.
Ensure that the red lock verification indicator on the loop at the top of the rear bench
seat is no longer visible.
If the child restraint system is equip-
ped with a Top Tether belt:
Top Tether can reduce the risk of injury. The
Top Tether belt provides an additional connection between the child restraint system
secured with ISOFIX or i-Size and the vehicle.
with the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions when
doing so.
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Move the head restraint upwards.
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Guide Top Tether belt = under the head
restraint between the two head restraint
bars.
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Guide Top Tether belt = between the
backrest and parcel shelf into the luggage
compartment.
Remove the parcel shelf if necessary
(Y page 149).
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Hook Top Tether hook ; of Top Tether belt
= into Top Tether anchorage :.
Lift up the carpet a little if necessary.
Ensure that:
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Top Tether hook ; is hooked into Top
Tether anchorage : as shown
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Top Tether belt = is not twisted
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Top Tether belt = is routed between the
backrest and the parcel shelf if the parcel shelf is fitted
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Tension Top Tether belt =. Be sure to com-
ply with the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions when
doing so.
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If necessary, move the head restraint back
down again slightly.
Make sure that you do not interfere with
the correct routing of Top Tether belt =.
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Top Tether anchorage : is fitted to the lug-
gage compartment floor behind each rear
seat.
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Fit the ISOFIX or i-Size child restraint system with Top Tether. Be sure to comply
Disabling or enabling the front
passenger front airbag
WARNING
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If the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator
lamp is lit, the front-passenger front air-
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bag is disabled. It will not be deployed in
the event of an accident and cannot perform its intended protective function. A
person in the front-passenger seat could
then, for example, come into contact with
the vehicle's interior, especially if the person is sitting too close to the dashboard.
This poses an increased risk of injury or
even fatal injury.
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In this case the front-passenger seat may
not be used. You may only transport a child
on the front-passenger seat if they are
seated in a suitable rearward or forwardfacing child restraint system. Always
observe the information about suitable
positioning of the child restraint system in
this Owner's Manual as well as the child
restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions.
WARNING
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If you secure a child in a rearward-facing
child restraint system on the frontpassenger seat and the PASSENGER AIR
BAG ON indicator lamp is lit, the frontpassenger front airbag can deploy in the
event of an accident. The child could be
struck by the airbag. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal
injury.
Make sure that the front-passenger front
airbag has been disabled. The PASSENGER
AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp must be lit.
NEVER use a rearward-facing child
restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE
AIRBAG in front of it; DEATH or SERIOUS
INJURY to the child can occur.
WARNING
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If you secure a child in a forward-facing
child restraint system on the frontpassenger seat and you position the frontpassenger seat too close to the dashboard,
in the event of an accident, the child could:
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come into contact with the vehicle's
interior if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp is lit, for example
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be struck by the airbag if the PASSENGER
AIR BAG ON is lit up
This poses an increased risk of injury or
even fatal injury.
Move the front-passenger seat as far back
as possible. Always make sure that the
shoulder belt strap is correctly routed from
the vehicle belt outlet to the shoulder belt
guide on the child restraint system. The
shoulder belt strap must be routed forwards and downwards from the vehicle
belt outlet. If necessary, adjust the vehicle
belt outlet and the front-passenger seat
accordingly. Always observe the information in this Owner's Manual on suitable
positioning of the child restraint system in
addition to the child restraint system
manufacturer's installation instructions.
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
remains off and/or the PASSENGER AIR BAG
ON indicator lamp lights up, do not fit a rearward-facing child restraint system on the
front passenger seat. Further information
can be found under "Problems with the front
passenger front airbag shutoff" (Y page 189).
Symbol for a rearward-facing child restraint
system
If you use a rearward-facing child restraint
system on the front passenger seat, you must
disable the front passenger front airbag.
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lights up and remains lit up continuously
when the ignition is switched on
(Y page 41).
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To enable the front passenger front airbag:
turn airbag-off switch : clockwise.
The × PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator
lamp on the overhead control panel lights
up and remains lit up continuously when
the ignition is switched on (Y page 41).
The front passenger front airbag is generally
enabled when the ignition is switched on,
Airbag-off switch :, to enable and disable
the front passenger front airbag manually, is
in the dashboard on the front passenger side.
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Press front passenger front airbag-off
switch : in beyond the point of resistance.
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To disable the front passenger front airbag:
turn airbag-off switch : anti-clockwise.
The 4 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp on the overhead control panel
Attaching a child restraint system with the seat belt
except when the front passenger front airbag
has been disabled manually. When the front
passenger front airbag is disabled, the 4
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp on
the overhead control panel (Y page 41) lights
up continuously when the ignition is
switched on.
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Notes on the suitability of the seats for attaching belt-secured child restraint systems
Rear seats
Weight group Left/right rear seat
Group 0: up to 10 kg U, L
Group 0+: up to 13 kg U, L
Group I: 9 to 18 kg U, L
Group II: 15 to 25 kg U, L
Group III: 22 to 36 kg U, L
U Suitable for child restraint systems in the "Universal" category in this weight
category.
L Suitable for semi-universal child restraint systems in accordance with the table in
"Recommended child restraint systems", or if the vehicle and the seat are listed in the
child restraint system manufacturer's vehicle model list.
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Front passenger seat – notes
Notes on child restraint systems on the front passenger seat
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If circumstances require you to fit a child restraint system to the front passenger seat, be
sure to observe the notes on child restraint systems on the front passenger seat
(Y page 55).
Observe the specific notes on rearward-facing and forward-facing child restraint systems. If the front passenger seat is occupied, make sure that the status of the front
passenger front airbag is correct depending on the situation both before and during the
journey.
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Weight group Front passenger front airbag
is enabled
Group 0: up to 10 kg X U, L
Group 0+: up to 13 kg X U, L
Group I: 9 to 18 kg UF, L U, L
Group II: 15 to 25 kg UF, L U, L
Group III: 22 to 36 kg U, L U, L
X Not suitable for an ISOFIX child
restraint system in this weight category
and/or size category.
UF Suitable for forward-facing child
restraint systems in the "Universal" cat-
egory in this weight category.
Attaching a child restraint system with
the seat belt to the rear seat
When fitting a belt-secured child restraint
system, observe the following:
Be sure to observe the installation and
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operating instructions provided by the
manufacturer for the child restraint
system being used.
When using a "Universal" or "Semi-Uni-
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versal" category child restraint system,
ensure that it is approved for the vehicle
seat.
Observe the notes under "Suitability of
seats for securing belt-secured child
restraint systems" (Y page 53).
When using a category 0/0+ baby car seat
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and a category I, rearward-facing child
restraint system on a rear seat: adjust
the front seat so that the seat does not
touch the child restraint system.
The backrest of a forward-facing child
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restraint system must, as far as possible,
rest flat against the backrest of the rear
seat.
For certain child restraint systems in
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weight category II or III, there may be
Front passenger front airbag
is disabled
1 The vehicle is equipped with a front
passenger front airbag deactivation sys-
tem. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indi-
cator lamp must be lit.
U Suitable for child restraint systems in
the "Universal" category in this weight
category.
L Suitable for semi-universal child
restraint systems in accordance with the
table in "Recommended child restraint
systems", or if the vehicle and the seat
are listed in the child restraint system
manufacturer's vehicle model list.
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restrictions on the maximum size setting, e.g. due to possible contact with the
roof.
The child restraint system must not be
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put under strain between the roof and
the seat cushion and/or be fitted facing
the wrong direction. If possible, adjust
the seat cushion angle as appropriate.
The child restraint system must not be
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put under strain by the head restraint.
Adjust the head restraints as appropriate.
Make sure that the child's feet do not
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touch the front seat. If necessary, move
the front seat forwards slightly.
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Fit the child restraint system.
The base of the child restraint system must
lie fully on the front passenger seat cushion.
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Always make sure that the shoulder belt
strap is correctly routed from the seat belt
outlet of the vehicle to the shoulder belt
guide on the child restraint system.
The shoulder belt strap must be routed
forwards and downwards from the seat belt
outlet.
Notes on rearward and forward facing
child restraint systems on the front
passenger seat
WARNING
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If you secure a child in a rearward-facing
child restraint system on the frontpassenger seat and the PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp is off, the frontpassenger front airbag can deploy in the
event of an accident. The child could be
struck by the airbag. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal
injury.
Make sure that the front-passenger front
airbag has been disabled. The PASSENGER
AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp must be lit.
NEVER use a rearward-facing child
restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE
AIRBAG in front of it; DEATH or SERIOUS
INJURY to the child can occur.
Observe the specific notes on rearwardfacing and forward-facing child restraint
systems.
Warning notice on the front passenger sun visor
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp:
always pay attention to the status of the
front passenger front airbag.
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If circumstances require you to fit a child
restraint system on the front passenger
seat, be sure to observe the notes on disabling the front passenger front airbag.
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When using a rearward-facing child
restraint system on the front passenger
seat, the front passenger front airbag must
always be deactivated. This is only the
case if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is lit continuously.
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If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp goes out, the front passenger front
airbag is activated. The front passenger
front airbag may deploy during an accident.
Attaching a child restraint system with
the seat belt to the front passenger seat
When fitting a belt-secured child restraint
system on the front passenger seat, always
observe the following:
Be sure to observe the installation and
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operating instructions provided by the
manufacturer for the child restraint
system being used.
When using a "Universal" or "Semi-Uni-
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versal" category child restraint system,
ensure that it is approved for the vehicle
seat.
Observe the notes under "Suitability of
seats for securing belt-secured child
restraint systems" (Y page 53).
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The backrest of a forward-facing child
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restraint system must, as far as possible,
rest flat against the backrest of the front
passenger seat.
For certain child restraint systems in
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weight category II or III, there may be
restrictions on the maximum size setting, e.g. due to possible contact with the
roof.
The child restraint system must not be
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put under strain between the roof and
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the seat cushion and/or be fitted facing
the wrong direction.
The child restraint system must not be
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put under strain by the head restraint.
Never place objects, such as cushions,
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under or behind the child restraint system.
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Set the front passenger seat as far back as
possible.
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Adjust the seat backrest to an almost vertical position.
X
Fit the child restraint system.
The entire base of the child restraint system must always rest on the seat cushion
of the front passenger seat.
X
Always make sure that the shoulder belt
strap is correctly routed from the seat belt
outlet of the vehicle to the shoulder belt
guide on the child restraint system.
The shoulder belt strap must be routed
forwards and downwards from the seat belt
outlet.
X
If necessary, adjust the seat belt outlet and
the front passenger seat as appropriate.
Pets in the vehicle
WARNING
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If you leave animals unsupervised or
unsecured in the vehicle, they may press
buttons or switches, for instance.
In this way, animals may:
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activate vehicle equipment and become
trapped, for example
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switch systems on or off and thereby
endanger other road users
Furthermore, unsecured animals may be
flung around inside the vehicle in the
event of an accident or abrupt steering or
braking manoeuvre, and thereby injure
vehicle occupants. There is a risk of accident and injury.
Never leave animals unattended in the
vehicle.
Always secure animals properly when
driving, for instance with a suitable pet
carrier.
Driving safely
Driving safety system limitations
Make sure you have suitable tyres, so
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that assistance systems and driving
safety systems can work as effectively as
possible.
If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you
are inattentive, the driving safety systems
can neither reduce the risk of accident nor
override the laws of physics. Driving safety
systems are merely aids designed to assist
driving. You are responsible for the distance
to the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed and
for braking in good time. Always adapt your
driving style to suit the prevailing road,
weather and traffic conditions and maintain
a safe distance from the vehicle in front.
Drive carefully.
For safety reasons, smart recommends that
you only use snow chains that have been
specially approved for your vehicle by smart.
Further information can be obtained at a
smart centre or a qualified specialist workshop.
Braking with ABS (Anti-lock Braking
System)
ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way
that the wheels do not lock when you brake.
This allows you to continue steering the
vehicle when braking.
When you switch on the ignition, the !
warning lamp in the instrument cluster
lights up. It goes out after the engine is started.
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ABS works from a speed of about 6 km/h,
regardless of road-surface conditions. ABS
intervenes in the case of slippery road surfaces, even when you only brake gently.
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To brake while ABS intervenes: continue to
depress the brake pedal with force until
the braking situation is over.
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To make a full brake application: depress
the brake pedal with full force.
WARNING
G
If ABS is faulty, the wheels could lock when
braking. The steerability and braking
characteristics may be severely impaired.
Additionally, further driving safety systems are deactivated. There is an increased
danger of skidding and accidents.
Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked
immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop.
Using Active Brake Assist
Useful information
With the help of the radar sensor system,
Active Brake Assist can calculate the distance of your vehicle to the vehicle travelling
in front.
If for several seconds, the distance to the
vehicle ahead is insufficient for the speed
you are driving at, Active Brake Assist alerts
the driver visually.
If a risk of collision is detected, Active Brake
Assist alerts the driver both visually and
acoustically. In addition, Active Brake Assist
prepares the vehicle for a possible emergency braking manoeuvre.
In particularly critical situations Active
Brake Assist may brake autonomously. In
this case, Active Brake Assist continues to
alert the driver both visually and acoustically.
Please note
WARNING
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Active Brake Assist cannot always clearly
identify objects and complex traffic situations.
In these cases, Active Brake Assist may:
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warn or brake for no reason
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not issue a warning
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not brake
There is a risk of an accident.
Always pay careful attention to the traffic
situation and do not rely on Active Brake
Assist alone. Be prepared to brake or
manoeuvre if necessary.
WARNING
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Active Brake Assist does not react:
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to persons, bicycles, motorcycles or animals
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to approaching vehicles
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to cross traffic
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on bends
As a result, Active Brake Assist cannot
intervene in all critical situations. There is
a risk of an accident.
Always pay careful attention to the traffic
situation and be prepared to brake.
WARNING
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Severe jolting, for example in the case of a
collision, may cause the radar sensors to
be misaligned. The function of Active Brake
Assist is then impaired.
There is a risk of an accident.
Deactivate Active Brake Assist. Have Active
Brake Assist checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
The following requirements must also be fulfilled:
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the selector lever is in position h.
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the parking brake is released.
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the driving speed is within the suitable
speed range.
Detection can be restricted under the following conditions:
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the vehicle is new or service work has been
carried out on the system. In this case,
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observe the information on running-in the
vehicle.
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the radio sensors are dirty or covered
(Y page 166)
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in heavy rain or snow
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there is interference from other radar
sources, e.g. in multi-storey car parks
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the vehicle travelling in front is narrow,
e.g. a motorcycle
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the vehicle travelling in front is travelling
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on a different line
Autonomous braking can be cancelled by
briefly depressing the accelerator pedal.
If the brake lamps are inoperative, deactivate Active Brake Assist.
Observe the notes on "Limitations of the
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driving safety systems" (Y page 56).
Distance warning and forward collision
warning with autonomous braking function
Method of operation
If the distance maintained to the vehicle
ahead is insufficient for the speed you are
driving at, the · warning lamp lights up.
If Active Brake Assist detects a risk of collision while driving, the · warning lamp
lights up and a warning tone sounds. If the
driver depresses the brake pedal fast, the
braking pressure may be increased to a full
brake application.
The autonomous braking function may intervene if the driver does not react to the
forward collision warning.
When driving at speeds of more than 30 km/h,
the forward collision warning may issue a
warning in the following situations:
Situation Speed you are trav-
Vehicles travelling
ahead
Vehicles coming to a
standstill
Stationary vehicles 30 - 80 km/h
Other objects or
crossing vehicles
elling
30 - 140 km/h
30 - 140 km/h
No warning possible
When driving at speeds of more than 30 km/h,
the autonomous braking function may intervene in the following situations:
Situation Speed you are trav-
Vehicles travelling
ahead
Vehicles coming to a
standstill
Stationary vehicles No intervention
Other objects or
crossing vehicles
elling
30 - 140 km/h
30 - 140 km/h
possible
No intervention
possible
Activating or deactivating Active Brake
Assist
Active Brake Assist is automatically activated when you start the engine.
Monochrome display: activating/deactivating Active Brake Assist using the on-board
computer (Y page 109).
Colour display: activating/deactivating
Active Brake Assist using the on-board computer (Y page 110).
Adaptive brake lamps
The adaptive brake lights warn following
traffic in an emergency situation:
If you brake the vehicle sharply from a speed
of more than 50 km/h the brake lamps flash
rapidly.
If the vehicle is sharply braked to a standstill
at a speed of over 70 km/h, the hazard warning lamps are also switched on automatically. The hazard warning lamps switch off
automatically if you subsequently drive
faster than 10 km/h.
Driving with ESP
If ESP® detects that the vehicle is deviating
from the direction desired by the driver, one
or more wheels are braked to stabilise the
vehicle.
ESP® supports the driver when pulling away
on wet or slippery roads. ESP® can also sta-
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bilise the vehicle during braking. ESP® comprises ETS (Electronic Traction System) and
Crosswind Assist.
ETS brakes the drive wheels individually if
they spin. This enables you to pull away or
accelerate on slippery surfaces, for example
if the road surface is slippery on one side.
Strong crosswind gusts can impair the roadholding of your vehicle when driving
straight ahead.
Crosswind Assist reduces these impairments.
Crosswind assist is active at vehicle speeds
above 70 km/h when driving straight ahead
or cornering gently.
If ESP® intervenes, pull away carefully and
adapt your driving style to the prevailing
road and weather conditions.
If the ÷ warning lamp goes out before
beginning the journey, ESP® is active. If ESP
intervenes, the ÷ warning lamp flashes in
the instrument cluster.
WARNING
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If ESP® is malfunctioning, ESP® is unable to
stabilise the vehicle. In addition, other
driving safety systems are switched off.
This increases the risk of skidding and an
accident.
Drive on carefully. Have ESP® checked at a
qualified specialist workshop.
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Information on EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)
EBD monitors and controls the brake pressure on the rear wheels to improve driving
stability while braking.
WARNING
G
If EBD is malfunctioning, the rear wheels
can lock, e.g. under full braking. This
increases the risk of skidding and an accident.
You should therefore adapt your driving
style to the different handling characteristics. Have the brake system checked at a
qualified specialist workshop.
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Understanding functions of the key
:
% Unlocks the vehicle
º Opens the tailgate (press and hold)
;
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& Locks the vehicle
>> Entering and setting up.
Opening the door
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Press the # button on the key.
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Open the door.
After unlocking, open the vehicle within
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approximately two minutes to prevent it
from locking itself and priming the antitheft alarm system again.
Correct driver's seat position
WARNING
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You could lose control of the vehicle while
driving if you:
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adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel
or mirror
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fasten the seat belt.
There is a risk of an accident.
Adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or
mirror and fasten the seat belt before
starting the engine.
:
% Unlocks the vehicle
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& Locks the vehicle
é Opens the tailgate (press and hold)
=
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To unlock centrally: press the % button.
The turn signals flash once.
After unlocking, open the vehicle within
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approximately two minutes to prevent it
from locking itself and priming the antitheft alarm system again.
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To unlock and open the tailgate: press and
hold the º or é button.
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To lock centrally: press the & button.
The turn signals flash twice.
X
To activate the double-lock function (for
United Kingdom only): press the & but-
ton twice.
The turn signals flash twice slowly and
three times quickly.
Observe the following rules on the correct
driver's seat position:
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the driver must be as far away from the
driver's airbag as possible (Y page 40).
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the driver must be wearing seat belt =
properly.
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the driver must be able to depress the pedals properly.
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the driver must be able to move their legs
freely.
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the driver must be able to reach steering
wheel : with their arms slightly bent.
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the driver must be able to see all the displays in the instrument cluster clearly.
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move seat backrest ; to an almost vertical
position.
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sit in a normal upright position.
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the seat belt must fit snugly across your
body.
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the seat belt must be routed across the
middle of your shoulder.
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the seat belt must be routed in your pelvic
area across the hip joints.
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adjust the rear-view and exterior mirrors
so that the driver has a good view of the
road and traffic.
Adjusting the seats
Please note
WARNING
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If children adjust the seats, they could
become trapped, especially if they are
unattended. There is a risk of injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
key with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unattended in the vehicle.
WARNING
G
If the driver's seat is not correctly
engaged, it could unexpectedly move while
driving. This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an
accident.
Always ensure that the driver's seat is
engaged before starting the vehicle.
WARNING
G
When adjusting a seat, you or another
vehicle occupant could become trapped by
the guide rail of the seat, for instance.
There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that no one has any part of their
body within the sweep of the seat when
adjusting it.
Adjusting the seats
WARNING
G
The seat belt does not offer the intended
level of protection if you have not moved
the backrest to an almost vertical position.
When braking or in the event of an accident, you could slide underneath the seat
belt and sustain abdomen or neck injuries,
for example. This poses an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
Adjust the seat properly before beginning
your journey. Always ensure that the
backrest is in an almost vertical position
and that the shoulder section of your seatbelt is routed across the centre of your
shoulder.
WARNING
G
The steering wheel may move unexpectedly if you adjust it while driving. This
could cause you to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Make sure that the steering wheel is locked
before driving off. Never unlock the steering wheel when the vehicle is in motion.
WARNING
G
You could lose control of the vehicle while
driving if you:
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adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel
or mirror
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fasten the seat belt.
There is a risk of an accident.
Adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or
mirror and fasten the seat belt before
starting the engine.
Make sure that there are no objects in the
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footwell under or behind the seats when
moving the seats back. There is a risk that
the seats and/or the objects could be damaged.
Observe the safety notes on "Airbags"
(Y page 40) and "Children in the vehicle"
(Y page 42).
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Adjusting the steering wheel
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Adjusting the seat fore-and-aft position
Seat with a lever
>> Entering and setting up.
Seat with a handwheel
To adjust the seat fore-and-aft position, the
seat belt must not be fastened.
X
Lift lever =.
X
Slide the seat forwards or backwards.
The seat engages audibly.
Adjusting the seat hight (seat with a
lever only)
X
Pull handle ; up or push it down several
times.
Adjusting the seat backrest (seat with a
handwheel)
X
Turn handwheel ? forwards or backwards.
Adjusting the steering wheel
WARNING
G
The steering wheel may move unexpectedly if you adjust it while driving. This
could cause you to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Make sure that the steering wheel is locked
before driving off. Never unlock the steering wheel when the vehicle is in motion.
WARNING
G
You could lose control of the vehicle while
driving if you:
R
adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel
or mirror
R
fasten the seat belt.
There is a risk of an accident.
Adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or
mirror and fasten the seat belt before
starting the engine.
WARNING
G
Children could become trapped by the
steering wheel if they adjust it. There is a
risk of injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
key with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Adjusting the seat backrest (seat with a
lever)
X
Pull lever : upwards.
X
At the same time, move the backrest forwards or backwards.
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X
Fold down lever :.
X
Set desired steering wheel height 2.
X
Fold up lever :.
X
Check that the steering column is locked.
Adjusting the mirrors
Adjusting the interior mirror
X
Move the interior mirror up, down, left or
right.
Manually setting the interior mirror to
anti-dazzle mode
X
Fold lever : forwards.
Adjusting the mirrors
Understanding automatic anti-dazzle
mode of interior mirror
Please note
WARNING
G
Electrolyte may escape if the glass in an
automatic anti-dazzle mirror breaks. The
electrolyte is harmful and causes irritation. It must not come into contact with
your skin, eyes, respiratory organs or
clothing or be swallowed. There is a risk of
injury.
If you come into contact with the electrolyte, observe the following:
R
Rinse off the electrolyte from your skin
immediately with water.
R
Immediately rinse the electrolyte out of
your eyes thoroughly with clean water.
R
If the electrolyte is swallowed, immediately rinse your mouth out thoroughly.
Do not induce vomiting.
R
If electrolyte comes into contact with
your skin or hair or is swallowed, seek
medical attention immediately.
R
Immediately change out of clothing
which has come into contact with electrolyte.
R
If an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical attention immediately.
Useful information
The interior mirror automatically goes into
anti-dazzle mode if simultaneously:
R
the ignition is switched on
R
incident light from headlamps hits the
sensor in the interior mirror
The interior mirror does not go into antidazzle mode if reverse gear is engaged or if
the interior lighting is switched on.
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Adjusting the exterior mirrors manually
WARNING
G
You could lose control of the vehicle while
driving if you:
R
adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel
or mirror
R
fasten the seat belt.
There is a risk of an accident.
Adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or
mirror and fasten the seat belt before
starting the engine.
WARNING
G
The exterior mirrors reduce the size of the
image. Objects visible in the mirrors are
closer than they appear. You could misjudge the distance from road users driving
behind you when changing lanes, for
>> Entering and setting up.
instance. There is a risk of an accident.
You should therefore always look over your
shoulder to determine the actual distance
from road users driving behind you.
X
Move lever : up, down, left or right.
Adjusting the exterior mirrors electrically
In order to adjust the exterior mirrors electrically, the ignition must be switched on.
X
To select the left or right exterior mirror:
turn control = left 1 or right 2.
X
To adjust the exterior mirrors: move control = up, down, left or right.
Adjusting head restraints in the rear
compartment
Please note
WARNING
G
The head restraints cannot provide the
intended protection unless they are fitted
and adjusted correctly. There is an
increased risk of injury to the head and
neck in the event of an accident or sudden
braking, for example.
Always drive with the head restraints fitted. Ensure that the centre of the head
restraints support the back of each vehicle
occupant's head at eye level before driving
off.
Do not interchange the head restraints of the
front and rear seats. Otherwise, you cannot
adjust the height and angle of the head
restraints to the correct position.
Raising the head restraints in the rear
X
Pull the head restraint up until it engages.
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Lowering the head restraints in the
rear
X
Press release button :.
X
Push the head restraint down.
Using the armrest
Please note
Do not lean on the armrest with full force
!
or it could become damaged.
Using the armrest
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Starting the engine
Please note
WARNING
G
If children are left unsupervised in the
vehicle, they can:
R
open doors and endanger other persons
or road users
R
climb out and be injured by the traffic
R
operate vehicle equipment and, for
example, trap themselves.
Children could also set the vehicle in
motion, for example by:
>> Driving.
R
releasing the parking brake
R
shifting the automatic transmission out
of park position P
R
starting the engine.
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
key with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Always keep the key out of reach of children.
WARNING
G
If you attach heavy or large objects to the
key, the key could be unintentionally
turned in the ignition lock. This could
cause the engine to be switched off. There
is a risk of an accident.
Do not attach any heavy or large objects to
the key. Remove any bulky keyrings before
inserting the key into the ignition lock.
To insert the key into the ignition lock
u
To switch on the power supply
1
To switch on the ignition
2
To start the engine
3
Automatic transmission
X
Turn the key to position 3.
The READY indicator appears in the instrument cluster. A tone sounds.
X
Shift out of transmission position j or i.
Pulling away
Please note
WARNING
G
Objects in the driver's footwell can impede
pedal travel or block a pedal which is
depressed. This jeopardises safe operation
of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Stow all objects in the vehicle safely, so
that they cannot reach the driver's footwell. Make sure the floormats and carpets
are properly secured so that they cannot
slip and obstruct the pedals. Do not lay
several floormats or carpets on top of one
another.
WARNING
G
Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct
usage of the pedals, e.g.:
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shoes with thick soles
R
shoes with high heels
R
slippers
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There is a risk of an accident.
Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct
usage of the pedals.
WARNING
G
If you switch off the ignition while driving,
safety-relevant functions are only available with limitations, or not at all. This
could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect. You will
require considerably more effort to steer
and brake. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not switch off the ignition while driving.
Note the following when pulling away:
R
Do not drive with the parking brake
applied.
R
Use caution when pulling away on slippery
surfaces.
R
Do not allow tyres to spin.
R
Depress the brake pedal and keep it
depressed.
R
Press the release button on the selector
lever.
R
Shift the gear selector lever to position h
or k.
lock. This increases the risk of skidding
and an accident.
Only use the parking brake to brake the
vehicle when the service brake is faulty. Do
not apply the parking brake too firmly. If
the wheels lock, release the parking brake
until the wheels begin turning again.
WARNING
G
If you leave children unattended in the
vehicle, they may be able to set the vehicle
in motion if, for example, they:
R
release the parking brake
R
shift the automatic transmission out of
park position P
R
start the engine
In addition, they may operate vehicle
equipment and become trapped. There is a
risk of an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
key with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Applying the parking brake
>> Driving.
Using the parking brake
Please note
WARNING
G
If the parking brake has not been fully
released when driving, the parking brake
can:
R
overheat and cause a fire
R
lose its hold function.
There is a risk of fire and an accident.
Release the parking brake fully before
driving off.
WARNING
G
If you must brake the vehicle with the
parking brake, the braking distance is
considerably longer and the wheels could
X
Pull parking brake ; upwards.
The brake lights do not light up when you
brake the vehicle with the parking brake.
Releasing the parking brake
X
depress the brake pedal and keep it
depressed.
X
Press release button : on parking
brake ; and move the parking brake down
to the stop.
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Hill start assist
WARNING
G
After a while, hill start assist no longer
holds the vehicle and it may roll away.
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Therefore, quickly move your foot from the
brake pedal to the accelerator pedal. Never
leave the vehicle when it is held by hill
start assist.
Hill start assist keeps the vehicle in place
when driving uphill as soon as the brake
pedal is released.
Hill start assist is only active in the following situations:
>> Driving.
R
when pulling away on an uphill slope
R
when the parking brake is released
R
the transmission is not in position i
R
ESP® is functioning correctly.
X
Release the brake pedal.
The vehicle is then held for about one second.
X
Pull away.
Automatic transmission
Please note
WARNING
G
When the engine is switched off, the automatic transmission shifts into neutral
position N. The vehicle may roll away.
There is a risk of an accident.
Always shift to parking position P before
switching off the engine. Secure the parked
vehicle against rolling away by applying
the parking brake.
Transmission position display
Only shift into transmission positions
!
B, C or A when the vehicle is
stationary. Otherwise, you may damage
the transmission.
The following transmission positions are
available:
R
j Park position
Position j should not be used to brake the
vehicle when parking. To secure the vehicle, apply the parking brake in addition to
shifting to transmission position j.
R
k Reverse gear
R
i Neutral
No power is transmitted from the engine to
the drive wheels.
R
h Drive
Changing the transmission position
Park position with parking lock
j
Reverse gear
k
Neutral
i
Drive
h
The ignition must be switched on in order to
shift the transmission to positions j, i or
k. To shift the transmission from position
j, you must also depress the brake pedal.
X
Press release knob :.
X
Shift the selector lever to the desired
transmission position.
Maximum acceleration (kickdown)
To reach maximum acceleration, use kickdown:
X
Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the
pressure point.
X
Ease off the accelerator pedal once the
desired speed is reached.
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Using the turn signals
The ignition must be switched on in order to
use the turn signals.
X
To indicate: press the combination switch
in the direction of arrow 1 (right) or 2
(left) past the point of resistance.
X
To indicate briefly: press the combination
switch briefly to the point of resistance.
The turn signal flashes three times.
Acoustic presence indicator
Useful information
Vehicles with an electric motor generate
much less driving noise than vehicles with
internal combustion engines. As a result, the
vehicle may not be heard by other road users
in certain situations.
In order to allow your vehicle to be heard
when it is moving at slow speeds, a sound
generator installed in the vehicle produces a
specific noise at speeds between 0 and
30 km/h. This function is called the acoustic
presence indicator. This helps other road
users, particularly pedestrians and cyclists,
to hear your vehicle better. The acoustic
presence indicator can also be heard in the
vehicle interior.
The volume of the acoustic presence indicator depends on the engine speed. The faster
you accelerate, the louder the sound is. At
speeds of over 30 km/h, the sound is switched
off. Above this speed, the driving noise naturally created by the vehicle is typically
sufficient for the vehicle to be heard in good
time by other road users.
Deactivating/activating the acoustic
presence indicator
The acoustic presence indicator is automatically activated each time the ignition is
started.
X
Press the switch.
If the acoustic presence indicator is deac-
tivated, the LED on the switch lights
up.
Radar-based recuperation
Only for instrument cluster with colour display:
The "Radar-based recuperation" function
adapts the vehicle's rate of recuperation to
current traffic conditions. It activates itself
automatically as soon as the accelerator
pedal is released. There are five levels up to
the maximum value for optimum recuperation and distance to the vehicle ahead. The
maximum value can vary depending on the
charge status of the battery and the battery
temperature.
Radar sensors measure the distance to and
the speed of a vehicle ahead. The shorter the
distance to the vehicle ahead, the greater the
recuperation. When recuperation is high, the
brake lamps also light up. The current level
of recuperation is not shown in the power
display (Y page 71).
Radar-based recuperation is not active in
the following cases:
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the radar sensor system is malfunctioning
R
the connection to the radar is interrupted
R
Active Brake Assist is deactivated
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ECO mode is switched on
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R
the vehicle speed is too low
R
the transmission is in position k or i
Radar-based recuperation is switched off
when ECO mode is activated.
On-board computer with colour display: the
symbol in the display indicates the
status of radar-based recuperation:
R
lights up white: switched on, not
active
R
lights up green: switched on, active
R
is not displayed: Active Brake Assist
is deactivated or the radar sensor is malfunctioning
On-board computer with colour display:
radar-based recuperation is switched on and
>> Driving.
off in the on-board computer (Y page 110).
Observe the notes on safe driving
(Y page 56).
Driving economically
Notes on economical driving
In order to save energy, a part of the kinetic
energy is recuperated and stored in the
high-voltage battery. When the driver releases the accelerator pedal, the vehicle decelerates.
In the following cases, the vehicle does not
decelerate, or only decelerates to a limited
extent, when the accelerator pedal is
released:
R
the gear lever is in position h and the
vehicle is rolling backwards
R
the gear lever is in position k and the
vehicle is rolling forwards
On steep slopes, the vehicle may not be held
at all or only be held to a limited degree.
In the following cases recuperation is
restricted:
R
the high-voltage battery is full or too cold
R
the power electronics or engine has overheated
Recommendations for driving economically:
R
accelerate moderately
R
observe the power availability display
(Y page 71)
R
drive with care
R
use the air conditioning and the electrical
consumers sparingly
R
have maintenance work carried out at the
specified service intervals
You can use ECO mode in order to save more
energy.
ECO mode has the following characteristics:
R
reduced torque and significantly reduced
power. This supports a particularly efficient, steady driving style. The speed is
reduced to approx. 110 km/h.
R
the performance of the air-conditioning
and heating systems is reduced.
R
the maximum available recuperation is
activated.
R
the vehicle accelerates more slowly.
R
the "radar-based recuperation" function
is switched off.
To increase acceleration when in ECO mode,
depress the accelerator pedal beyond the
pressure point.
Switching ECO mode on and off
X
Press button :.
If the energy-saving function is activated,
the ECO display is shown in the on-board
computer.
The energy-saving function is switched
off when the ignition is restarted.
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Power and charge level display
Useful information
Power display
:
Charge level display
;
Power display : and charge level display ;
can be adjusted to the left or right. The
charge level display lights up when the
vehicle is unlocked.
Power display
Do not hang any objects on the power
!
display.
This could cause the dashboard clock to be
torn out of its anchorage point and be
severely damaged.
Power display : contains two areas:
R
Area to the right of 0
The current power that the high-voltage
battery provides is shown here. 100% corresponds to the peak performance of the
high-voltage battery.
R
Area to the left of 0
The vehicle's level of recuperation in over-
run mode and when braking is shown here.
The LED ring in power display : shows the
power output available.
If the needle for power display : is in the
"OFF" position, the vehicle is not ready to
drive because:
R
the ignition is switched off
R
the gear lever has not been moved to position i or j to start the drive system
R
the charging cable is still connected to the
vehicle socket
Driving economically
R
there is insufficient power available from
the high-voltage battery
R
there is a malfunction in the vehicle's
high-voltage electrical system
If the drive system has been started, the needle of power display : is in position "0". The
READY indicator appears in the instrument
cluster. A tone sounds. The vehicle is ready
for driving.
Charge level display
Do not hang any objects on the charge
!
level gauge.
This could cause the charge level gauge to
be torn out of its anchorage point and be
damaged.
Charge level display ; displays the charge
status of the high-voltage battery as a percentage.
The high-voltage battery has reached the
reserve level in the following cases:
R
the Battery Reserve Level message
appears in the display
R
charge level display ; is in the red area
i Charge the high-voltage battery when
the charge falls below 20%.
Understanding the eco score display in
the on-board computer
Useful information
The eco score display provides information
on how to drive economically.
A higher percentage indicates a more economical driving style.
The percentage of the eco score display is
only calculated after a short distance. If the
ignition remains switched off for longer than
four hours, the eco score display will be reset.
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Monochrome display
The percentage of the eco score display
increases when you:
R
accelerate with moderation
>> Driving.
R
avoid unnecessary acceleration and
deceleration
Colour display
The following rating information and values appear:
R
Bar graphs for accelerate, anticipa‐
tory and shift
R
Bar graphs for Speed and Anticipation
R
Distance covered
R
Total eco score as a percentage
Saving the current trip
X
Select Current trip > Save.
X
Select the category under which you want
to save the trip.
The values for the current trip will be
added to the category selected and the
current trip will be reset. In the instrument
cluster, the trip computer values will be
returned to "From reset".
The values for the current trip will be
added to the category selected and the
current trip will be reset. In the instrument
cluster, the values for the "From start" trip
computer and eco score display will be
reset.
Comparing the current trip with the
saved trips from a category
The percentage in the eco score display is
calculated using the following categories:
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Speed: the value increases when driving at
low speeds.
R
Anticipation: the value increases when
unnecessary acceleration and deceleration is avoided.
Using the eco score display in the smart
Media-System
Calling up the eco score menu
X
Select Vehicle > eco score.
Evaluating the current trip
X
Select Current trip .
Evaluation information and values are calculated.
Last trip saved in this category
:
Average value for the category
;
Best trip in the category
=
X
Select Current trip > W > Compare.
X
Select a category.
A comparison of the values for the current
trip with the values of the selected category appears.
X
Select the comparison value :, ; or =.
The current trip is compared to the respective comparison value from the category.
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Resetting the current trip data
X
Select Current trip > Reset.
X
Select Yes.
In the instrument cluster, the trip computer values will be returned to "From
reset".
In the instrument cluster, the values for
the "From start" trip computer and eco
score display will be reset.
Activating/deactivating eco score after a
trip
X
To activate: select Current trip > W >
Show eco score after trip.
X
To deactivate: select Current trip > W >
Hide eco score after trip.
Displaying eco score for saved trips in a
category
X
Select Vehicle > eco score > My prefer‐
red trips.
X
Select a category.
eco score displays the comparison values.
eco score contains the following comparison values for each category:
R
Summary
R
Last value
R
Average value
R
Best value
For the category Last trip saved you can
choose from various types of evaluations.
Types of evaluations:
R
Summary
R
Detailed report
Renaming a category
At least one trip must be stored in the respective category.
X
Select Vehicle > eco score > My prefer‐
red trips > W > Rename this category.
Braking correctly
X
Select Vehicle > eco score > My prefer‐
red trips > W > Reset this category.
Braking correctly
Please note
WARNING
G
The braking system can overheat if you
leave your foot on the brake pedal while
driving. This increases the braking distance and could even cause the braking
system to fail. There is a risk of an accident.
Never use the brake pedal as a footrest. Do
not simultaneously depress both the brake
pedal and the accelerator pedal while
driving.
The vehicle decelerates as soon as you
release the accelerator pedal. This aids recuperation as the motor is used as a generator
and charges the high-voltage battery.
Braking on steep downhill gradients
Observe the following rules when driving on
downhill gradients:
R
do not move the selector lever to position
i
R
if recuperation is restricted, also brake at
intervals
Braking on wet road surfaces
There may be a delayed brake response when
driving on wet roads, after driving through a
car wash or after driving through deep water.
X
Maintain a greater distance to the vehicle
in front.
X
Brake more firmly.
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>> Driving.
Resetting the eco score of a category
At least one trip must be stored in the respective category.
Braking on salt-treated roads
When driving on salt-treated roads, a layer
of salt may form on the brake discs and pads.
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This increases the vehicle's braking distance.
X
In order to prevent any salt build-up,
apply the brakes occasionally while paying attention to the traffic conditions.
X
Brake carefully at the end of the journey
and when starting the next journey.
X
Maintain a greater distance to the vehicle
in front.
Driving on wet roads
Aquaplaning
Depending on driving style and tyre tread
depths, aquaplaning can occur on the road.
>> Driving.
Adapt your driving style as follows:
X
Reduce the speed.
X
Brake carefully.
X
Avoid sudden steering movements.
X
Avoid tyre ruts.
Fording
Bear in mind that vehicles travelling in
!
front or in the opposite direction create
waves. This may cause the maximum permissible water depth to be exceeded.
These notes must be observed under all
circumstances. You could otherwise damage the engine, the electronics or the
transmission.
Observe the following when driving through
standing water:
X
Do not drive through water that is higher
than the lower edge of the vehicle body.
X
Drive at walking pace.
X
Drive carefully and avoid sudden acceleration, turning and braking on slippery
road surfaces.
X
Do not use cruise control.
X
If the vehicle skids, take corrective steering actions to counteract the movement.
X
If the vehicle skids, shift the transmission
to position i.
X
Do not use the outside temperature display
as a way to determine if conditions are icy.
X
Observe the road surface.
Lane Keeping Assist
Please note
WARNING
G
Lane Keeping Assist cannot always clearly
detect lane markings.
In such cases, Lane Keeping Assist can:
R
issue an unnecessary warning
R
not issue a warning
There is a risk of an accident.
Always pay particular attention to the
traffic situation and keep within the lane,
especially if Lane Keeping Assist alerts
you.
WARNING
G
The Lane Keeping Assist warning does not
return the vehicle to the original lane.
There is a risk of an accident.
Always steer, apply the brakes or accelerate the vehicle yourself, especially if Lane
Keeping Assist alerts you.
Winter driving
X
Before the start of winter, have the vehicle
checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
X
Use winter tyres and, if applicable, snow
chains.
Lane Keeping Assist issues an acoustic and
visual warning when a vehicle unintentionally leaves the lane.
Lane Keeping Assist uses a camera which is
located on the windscreen behind the rearview mirror.
Lane Keeping Assist does not keep your vehicle in its lane. The driver is responsible for
driving the vehicle in a safe manner and
staying within the lane.
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Lane Keeping Assist could be impaired or fail
to respond under the following conditions:
R
poor visibility
R
strong glaring light
R
dirty windscreen in the camera area
R
unclear or broken lane markings
R
very narrow and winding roads
R
highly variable shade conditions on the
road
When the turn signal is set, warnings are
suppressed for a certain period of time.
No warning is given in the following situations:
R
when crossing a lane marking quickly
R
at speeds below 70 km/h
On-board computer with monochrome display: the ¸ and ¤ symbols in the dis-
play indicate the status of Lane Keeping
Assist:
R
¸: speed is below 70 km/h or lanes are
not detected due to external causes. No
warning is given when the vehicle leaves
the lane.
R
¤: speed is above 70 km/h and the system is able to detect lane markings. A
warning is given if the vehicle unintentionally leaves the detected lane.
On-board computer with colour display: The
¸ symbol in the display indicates the
status of Lane Keeping Assist:
R
¸ lights up white: speed is below
70 km/h or lanes are not detected due to
external causes. No warning is given when
the vehicle leaves the lane.
R
¸ lights up green: speed is above
70 km/h and the system is able to detect
lane markings. A warning is given if the
vehicle unintentionally leaves the detected lane.
Activating and deactivating Lane
Keeping Assist
X
Press the switch.
When Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated,
the LED on the switch lights up.
On-board computer with colour display:
the display also shows a message.
When the ignition is restarted, the last setting of Lane Keeping Assist is retained.
Cruise control and limiter
Please note
WARNING
G
If you call up the stored speed and this
differs from your current speed, the vehicle will accelerate. If you do not know the
stored speed, the vehicle can accelerate
unexpectedly. There is a risk of an accident.
Before you call up the stored speed, pay
attention to traffic conditions. If you do not
know the stored speed, store the desired
speed again.
>> Driving.
Cruise control is used in order to drive at a
constant speed for a prolonged period. The
limiter helps to avoid exceeding a stored
speed.
The driver is responsible for driving the
vehicle in a safe manner, controlling the
vehicle speed and braking in good time.
If there is a change of drivers, inform the new
driver of the speed stored.
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The two driver assist systems require the
following:
R
favourable weather and good visibility
R
good road and traffic conditions
The cruise control and limiter systems do not
brake automatically.
R
reduce the vehicle speed by applying the
brakes
Speed regulation is cancelled when the following occur:
R
braking (including the parking brake)
R
ESP® intervention
On downhill gradients or when accelerating
briefly, cruise control may interrupt speed
regulation. Afterwards, the set speed is
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applied again.
On downhill slopes, the limiter can exceed
the set speed. In this case, the stored speed
flashes in the display and a warning tone
sounds.
Cruise control is ready for use at speeds
above 30 km/h. With the limiter, speeds of
30 km/h and over can be set as the maximum
speed.
Cruise control and limiter cannot be activated at the same time.
Activating cruise control or the limiter
Storing the current speed
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Press ® button ;.
Limiter: the stored speed appears next to
the È symbol in the instrument cluster
display.
Cruise control: the stored speed appears
next to the ¯ symbol in the instrument
cluster display.
Adjusting the stored speed
X
Press ® button ; or g until the
desired speed is reached.
Interrupting cruise control and the
limiter
X
Press ± button ?.
The stored speed can be accessed again
later.
The stored speed is deleted when the engine
is switched off.
Calling up the stored speed
X
Press ° button =.
X
Cruise control: release the accelerator
pedal.
X
Press top (cruise control) or bottom (limiter) of button :.
The ¯ (cruise control) or È (limiter)
button appears in the instrument cluster
display.
Deactivating cruise control or the limiter
X
Press button : to the OFF centre position.
The ¯ or È symbol in the instrument
cluster display goes out. The stored speed
is deleted.
The stored speed is deleted when the engine
is switched off.
Charging the high-voltage battery
Please note
DANGER
G
The vehicle's high voltage electrical system is under high voltage. If you modify
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components in the vehicle's high-voltage
electrical system or touch damaged components, you may be electrocuted. The
components in the vehicle's high-voltage
electrical system may be damaged in an
accident, although the damage is not visible. There is a risk of fatal injury.
Do not touch any high-voltage components
after an accident and never modify the
vehicle's high-voltage electrical system.
Have the vehicle towed away after an accident and the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system checked by a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
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In the event of a vehicle fire, the internal
pressure of the high-voltage battery could
exceed a critical value. In this case, flammable gas escapes through a vent valve in
the vehicle's underbody. The gas could
ignite. There is a risk of injury.
In cases of unusual smells developing,
smoke or burn marks, stop the charging
process immediately.
Leave the danger area immediately. Secure
the danger area at a suitable distance.
Contact a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
G
If the housing of the high-voltage battery
has been damaged, electrolyte and gases
may leak out. These are poisonous and
caustic. There is a risk of injury.
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. Immediately rinse electrolyte
splashes off with water and seek medical
attention straight away.
DANGER
G
The vehicle's high-voltage electrical system is under high voltage. If you carry out
work on high-voltage components, you
may suffer an electric shock. There is a risk
of fatal injury.
To avoid such risks, observe the following:
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do not tamper with high-voltage components or the orange cables of the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system
R
never touch the high-voltage components or the orange cables of the highvoltage electrical system in a vehicle
which has been involved in an accident
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never touch any damaged components or
the damaged orange cables of the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system
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do not remove the covers of the highvoltage electrical system components
that are marked with a yellow warning
sticker
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do not insert any objects which conduct
electricity into the charging cable connector or the charging cable socket
DANGER
G
The vehicle's high-voltage electrical system is under high voltage. If the charging
process is not performed properly, it could
cause a fire or an electric shock. There is a
risk of fatal injury.
Do not perform the charging process in the
following situations:
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at temperatures of over 50 † and below
-40 †
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in storms
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if the charging cable is damaged, rusted
or corroded
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if there is moisture on the charging cable
connector or charging cable socket, or
your hands are wet
R
when cleaning the vehicle
To avoid hazardous situations, always handle the charging cable correctly before and
after using it:
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before using the charging cable for the
first time, remove the adhesive tape which
holds the cable together
R
unwind the charging cable fully before
every charging process
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R
there must be no foreign objects in the
charging cable connector or on the charging cable socket
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keep the charging cable out of the reach of
children and animals. Always store the
charging cable in a safe place, e.g. in the
charging cable bag
The high-voltage battery must not be
charged with a damaged charging cable.
Therefore, always make sure that:
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you do not damage the charging cable, e.g.
by driving over it, pulling too hard or as a
result of heavy impacts
R
the charging cable is not twisted, as otherwise the charging cable may overheat
and the cable covering may be damaged
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the charging cable is not placed in water,
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fluids or snow
The charging cable must always be used in
the correct manner. In order to ensure the
charging cable is handled correctly, observe
the following:
R
do not make any changes or modifications
to the charging cable
R
only use the charging cable to charge the
high-voltage battery
R
do not pull out the charging cable connector or the charging cable socket during the
charging process
For safety reasons, only use the charging
cable which is supplied with the vehicle or
has been approved by smart for this vehicle.
Useful information
Method of operation
The vehicle is equipped with a high-voltage
battery for driving. The high-voltage battery stores the energy needed to operate the
electric motor and releases it again.
The electric motor uses energy stored in the
high-voltage battery for pulling away and
accelerating.
In overrun mode, kinetic energy is converted
into electrical energy by recuperation and
stored in the high-voltage battery.
In addition to recuperation, the high-voltage
battery can be charged as follows:
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with the suitable charging cable at a mains
socket while the vehicle is stationary
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with the suitable charging cable at a wallbox while the vehicle is stationary
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with the suitable charging cable at a
charging station while the vehicle is stationary
Charging cable for charging at a charging
:
station or wallbox
Charging cable for charging at a mains
;
socket
Charging cables may differ from the versions
shown depending on the country.
The different versions of charging cables are
distinguished by their charging cable connectors. Charging cables which are charged
at a mains socket also have controls.
The options listed for charging a high-voltage battery are not available in all countries.
The high-voltage battery can be charged at a
charging station or wallbox in a nominal
voltage range from 100 V to 400 V.
Vehicles with 22 kW on-board charger: the
high-voltage battery can be charged in a
nominal voltage range from 220 V to 400 V.
If possible only charge the high-voltage
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battery when the charge is below 80%.
Charge the high-voltage battery at the
latest when the charge falls below 20%.
Discharged high-voltage battery
The high-voltage electrical system switches
off if the high-voltage battery is completely
discharged. This protects the high-voltage
battery from exhaustive discharge.
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Switching the ignition on and then off
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can reactivate the high-voltage electrical
system temporarily. The vehicle can then
be parked safely.
Do not leave the vehicle with a discharged or
almost fully discharged high-voltage battery for longer than 14 days. You can check
the charge status in the charge level display
(Y page 71).
Extreme outside temperatures
The efficiency of the high-voltage battery is
temperature-dependent and is significantly
reduced at low or high temperatures. In addition, the electrolytes used may freeze at very
low temperatures.
The LED ring in the power output display
shows the power output available
(Y page 71).
Energy consumption and range
The available energy in the high-voltage
battery is basically reduced by the following
factors:
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low outside temperatures
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operating the air-conditioning system or
heating
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use of electrical consumers
Leaving the vehicle parked for an extended
period at low outdoor temperatures without
charging it can lead to the following:
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high-voltage battery output is significantly reduced
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charge times can be longer
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range can be significantly reduced
In extreme cases, it may not be possible to
start the vehicle as a result. You should
therefore always ensure that the high-voltage battery is fully charged or that the
charging cable is connected when parking
the vehicle for an extended period of time at
low outside temperatures.
As the high-voltage battery ages, the capacity of the high-voltage battery will diminish over the battery's lifetime. This means
that the maximum range and the maximum
acceleration are reduced.
Battery care
Observe the following notes on battery care:
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avoid storing or transporting the vehicle
in high temperatures over a long period
(e.g. container transport).
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connect the vehicle to a power supply
when parking it for an extended period of
time.
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Temperatures below Ò25 † for more than
seven days can cause irreversible damage
to the vehicle due to frost damage.
Terms of use
Observe the information on exceptions and
limitations in the warranty documentation
and in the Service Booklet.
Voltage surge protector
Overvoltage in the mains supply can
!
damage the vehicle. The vehicle is therefore equipped with a device which protects
it from overvoltage in the mains supply.
This device may be triggered during
severe thunderstorms, for example, and
may lead to the building's circuit breaker
being tripped and an interruption in the
power supply. These functions protect the
vehicle. After the building's circuit
breaker is switched on again, the charging
process resumes automatically. Following
an interruption in the power supply without the building's circuit breaker being
tripped, it may take up to ten minutes for
charging to resume automatically.
After the device has triggered, switch the
building's fuse unit on again. Otherwise, the
charging process will not resume.
Heat generated by the charging cable
and charging cable connector
Charging cables and charging cable connectors may heat up during the charging process at a power socket.
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In the following cases, the degree of heating
is within the permissible limits:
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the mains supply and charging cable
infrastructure are intact
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the instructions for handling the charging
cable and control panel of the charging
cable are observed
If heating up beyond the permissible limits
occurs, have the mains supply infrastructure
checked.
Disposing of a charging cable
Do not dispose of a charging cable with
household rubbish, give it to a suitable recycling service. Abide by the potential legal
requirements for recycling.
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Understanding the vehicle socket
Vehicle socket overview
DANGER
G
Connecting the charging cable to the
mains supply via incorrectly installed
mains sockets or by means of adapters,
extension cables or similar could cause a
fire or an electric shock. There is a risk of
fatal injury.
To avoid hazardous situations, observe the
following:
R
Only connect the charging cable to
mains sockets:
-
which have been properly installed
and
-
which have been inspected by a qualified electrician
R
For safety reasons, only use the charging cables supplied with the vehicle, or
charging cables which have been
approved for use with this vehicle.
R
Never use a damaged charging cable.
R
Do not use:
-
extension cables
-
extension reels
-
multiple sockets
R
Never use socket adapters to connect the
charging cable to the mains socket. The
only exception being if the adapter has
been tested and approved by the manufacturer for charging the high-voltage
battery of an electric vehicle.
R
Observe the safety notes in the operating instructions for the socket adapter.
Charge socket flap
:
Socket cap
;
Locking mechanism
=
Indicator lamp
?
Vehicle socket
A
Indicator lamp on the vehicle socket
When the indicator lamp on the vehicle
socket lights up, this means the following:
Indicator lamp
Flashes
green slowly
Lights up
green
Flashes
orange
slowly
High-voltage battery is
charging.
High-voltage battery is
fully charged.
Vehicle waiting for charging to start.
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Indicator lamp
Flashes
orange
Flashes red
quickly
Vehicle is paused from
charging.
A malfunction occurred
during charging.
Charging the battery at a charging station or wall box
Charging stations without communications functionality
Charging stations without communications
functionality must be activated before
charging, e.g. by using an RFID card. Observe
the notes provided by the charging station
operator.
Charging stations with communication
capabilities (Plug&Charge)
The "Plug&Charge" function is not available
in all countries.
A suitable electricity contract is required in
order to use "Plug&Charge". To arrange this,
contact the charging station operator.
If the vehicle is connected to a charging station with communication capabilities, information and technical parameters are
exchanged so that the charging process can
be started without additional activation.
This function is called "Plug&Charge".
Due to the data transfer, it may take up to
30 seconds after the charging cable is connected before charging begins.
International Standard ISO 15118 is used
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for the communication between the vehicle
and the intelligent charging station.
Connecting a charging cable
DANGER
G
Connecting the charging cable to the wallbox via an incorrectly installed wallbox or
by means of adapters, extension cables or
similar could cause a fire or an electric
shock. There is a risk of fatal injury.
To avoid such risks, observe the following:
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Only connect the charging cable to a
wallbox:
-
which has been properly installed and
-
has been inspected by a qualified
electrician
R
For safety reasons, only use charging
cables which have been tested and
approved for charging the high-voltage
battery of an electric vehicle.
R
Never use damaged charging cables.
R
Do not connect the charging cable to an
amplifier.
R
Do not extend the charging cable.
R
Never use an adapter.
R
Observe the safety notes in the operating instructions for the wallbox.
Charge socket flap
:
Socket cap
;
Locking mechanism
=
Indicator lamp
?
Vehicle socket
A
X
Wallbox without a pre-installed cable or
charging station: before using the charg-
ing cable for the first time, remove the
adhesive tape, which holds the cable
together.
X
Fully unwind the charging cable before
charging.
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X
Engage transmission position j.
X
Turn the key to position u in the ignition
lock and remove it.
X
Open socket flap : (Y page 80).
X
Release locking mechanism = on socket
cap ;.
Socket cap ; opens.
X
Wallbox without a preinstalled cable:
insert the charging cable connector into
the wallbox socket to the stop.
X
Insert the charging cable connector into
vehicle socket A to the stop.
The vehicle socket locks audibly.
The high-voltage battery is charged and
indicator lamp ? on the vehicle socket
slowly flashes green.
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The high-voltage battery is fully
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charged when indicator lamp ? on the
vehicle socket lights up green.
The vehicle must not be moved during
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charging. The gear lever cannot be shifted
from position j.
Depending on the temperature, the
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engine cooling system and battery cooling
system may audibly switch on during the
charging process.
Removing the charging cable
The charging cable may be removed when the
charging process has completed or has been
cancelled.
Always disconnect the charging cable
!
from the vehicle socket first. Disconnecting the charging cable from the stationary
socket first could damage the charging
cable connector.
X
Press the % button on the key.
Indicator lamp ? above vehicle socket A
goes out.
Vehicle socket A unlocks audibly.
X
Disconnect the charging cable within
60 seconds from vehicle socket A. Otherwise, the vehicle will relock the vehicle
socket.
The connector locking mechanism on the
charging station is opened.
X
Close socket cap ;.
X
Close charge socket flap :.
X
Wallbox without a pre-mounted cable or
charging station: if necessary, disconnect
the charging cable from the wallbox and
stow it in the charging cable bag
(Y page 85).
Understanding the charging cable for
mains sockets
Useful information
Only use the charging cable to charge the
!
high-voltage battery. Do not use the
charging cable for other purposes. It may
otherwise be damaged.
Depending on the vehicle version, the vehicle
is equipped with different charging cable
versions. Charging cable versions differ in
their controls.
If you use the mains socket to charge the
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high-voltage battery, the charging time is
longer and the electricity consumption is
higher. If possible, charge the high-voltage battery at a wallbox or a charging station.
Only use a charging cable which is approved
by smart for this vehicle.
Do not leave the charging cable control panel
hanging loose from a mains socket. Otherwise, this could lead to a bad contact with the
mains socket and to malfunctions when
charging the vehicle.
Never lift or carry the control panel by the
charging cable connector or the mains plug.
Only for charging cable version 1: before
charging at a mains socket, check the maximum permissible charge current for the corresponding mains socket or building. The
maximum value of the charge current is set to
the country-specific setting for the supplied
charging cable. When charging abroad, the
maximum value may exceed that of the country you are in. Observe the regulations specific to the country you are in if charging
abroad. Consult a qualified specialist workshop if you have questions about charge current settings or a malfunction.
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Controls of charging cable version one
Voltage indicator lamp
:
Charging process indicator lamp
;
Indicator lamp temperature monitor
=
Electrical fuse and control system indi-
?
cator lamp
The indicator lamps on the charging cable
indicate the following:
Indicator lamp :
Lights up
white
Indicator lamp ;
Flashes
green
Indicator lamp =
Lights up
red
Flashes red Charging was terminated
Voltage is switched on. The
high-voltage battery can
be charged.
High-voltage battery is
charging.
With flashing green indicator lamp ;: the charge output is reduced due to overtemperature.
Without flashing green
indicator lamp ;: charging was terminated due to
overtemperature on the
charging cable.
due to overtemperature on
the mains socket.
Indicator lamp ?
Flashes red
quickly
If the control element detects a fault current
or a malfunction, the charging process is
interrupted. The charging process will be
resumed automatically when the malfunction has been rectified.
An internal malfunction
has occurred. The highvoltage battery cannot be
charged.
The infrastructure has a
malfunction. The highvoltage battery cannot be
charged.
Controls of charging cable version two
Indicator lamp for charge current setting
:
Voltage indicator lamp
;
Charging process indicator lamp
=
Electrical fuse and control system indi-
?
cator lamp
Button for setting the charge current
A
The indicator lamps on the charging cable
indicate the following:
Indicator lamp :
Lights up
green
Flashes
orange
Value is set as the desired
charging current.
Depending on the mains
socket, the value cannot be
set as the desired charging
current.
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Indicator lamp ;
Lights up
green
Indicator lamp =
Lights up
green
Flashes
orange
Indicator lamp ?
Lights up
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red
For transportation, wrap the charging cable
around the control panel or secure it to the
control panel housing.
Voltage is switched on. The
high-voltage battery can
be charged.
High-voltage battery is
charging.
Connection to vehicle has
been made.
The current at the control
panel is not correct. The
high-voltage battery cannot be charged.
Setting the charging current (only
charging cable version two)
WARNING
G
If the charge current draw via a mains
socket is too high during the charging
process, the external mains supply may
overheat. There is a risk of fire.
Before charging, check the maximum permissible charge current available at the
location. If necessary, contact a qualified
specialist company for assistance.
Adjust your vehicle's settings, if necessary.
charging cable version 2. This may protect
the mains supply from overloads.
The maximum setting value and the adjustment values may vary from country to country.
The preset default value is the minimum setting. This is the minimum charge current
available from the mains supply.
If the charging cable is left connected to the
mains socket, the currently selected values
will be used for the next charging process. If
the charging cable is removed from the
mains socket, the values will be reset to the
minimum setting for the next charging process.
X
Check the maximum permissible charge
current for the relevant mains socket.
X
Insert the mains plug into the mains
socket.
You have one minute to set the charge current.
X
Press button A repeatedly until the indicator lamp in the desired setting lights up
green.
The desired value has been set.
After one minute, the charge current can
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only be set by restarting. To do so, remove
the charging cable from the mains supply
and reinsert it into the mains socket.
If the charge current is too high, the fuse
!
could be tripped or the external mains
supply could overheat. Check if the external mains supply is equipped to handle the
programmed charge current. If necessary,
reduce the programmed charge current or
use a different mains socket.
You can only limit the charging current for
charging the high-voltage battery with
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Charging the battery using a mains
socket
Connecting a charging cable
Charge socket flap
:
Socket cap
;
Locking mechanism
=
Indicator lamp
?
Vehicle socket
A
X
Fully unwind the charging cable before
charging.
X
Engage transmission position j.
X
Turn the key to position u in the ignition
lock and remove it.
X
Open socket flap : (Y page 80).
X
Release locking mechanism = on socket
cap ;.
Socket cap ; opens.
X
Insert the mains plug into the mains socket
to the stop.
X
Only for charging cable version 2: set the
desired charge current.
X
Insert the charging cable connector into
vehicle socket A to the stop.
The vehicle socket locks audibly.
The high-voltage battery is charged and
indicator lamp ? on the vehicle socket
slowly flashes green.
The high-voltage battery is fully
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charged when indicator lamp ? on the
vehicle socket lights up green permanently.
Charging the high-voltage battery
The vehicle must not be moved during
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charging. The gear lever cannot be shifted
from position j.
Depending on the temperature, the
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engine cooling system and battery cooling
system may audibly switch on during the
charging process.
Only for charging cable version 2: if
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charging the vehicle's high-voltage battery is taking longer than usual, check the
maximum charge current settings.
Removing the charging cable
Always disconnect the charging cable
!
from the vehicle socket first. Disconnecting the charging cable from the stationary
socket first could damage the charging
cable connector.
The charging cable can be removed when the
high-voltage battery is completely charged
or charging has to be interrupted.
X
Press the % button on the key.
Indicator lamp ? above vehicle socket A
goes out. Vehicle socket A unlocks audibly.
X
Disconnect the charging cable within
60 seconds from vehicle socket A. Otherwise, the vehicle will relock the vehicle
socket.
X
Close socket cap ;.
X
Close charge socket flap :.
X
Remove the charging cable from the mains
socket.
X
Stow the charging cable safely in the
charging cable bag (Y page 85).
Storing the charging cable
The charging cable must be stowed in the
!
charging cable bag only to prevent it from
being thrown around inside the vehicle.
X
Stow the charging cable in the charging
cable bag.
The charging cable bag is located in the boot
(Y page 153).
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Switching on the lighting
Useful information
The driver must ensure that the light settings match the current weather, light and
traffic conditions.
For reasons of safety, smart recommends that
you drive with the daytime driving lights or
dipped-beam headlamps switched on even
during the daytime.
A warning tone sounds if the lights are still
on when you leave the vehicle.
In some countries, operation of the headlamps varies due to legal requirements and
self-imposed obligations.
X
Turn combination switch control : to the
à position.
When one or more of the following occurs, the
lights are switched off automatically:
R
The engine is switched off.
R
The driver's door is opened.
R
The vehicle is locked.
R
The main-beam headlamps are not
switched on when the vehicle is stationary.
Switching on the dipped-beam headlamps
X
Turn combination switch control : to the
L position.
The L indicator lamp lights up in the
instrument cluster.
Switching the main-beam headlamps
on or off
Combination switch control
:
>> Ensuring good visibility.
Marking
;
Activating automatic headlamp mode
WARNING
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When the light switch is set to Ã, the
dipped-beam headlamps may not be
switched on automatically if there is fog,
snow or other causes of poor visibility due
to the weather conditions such as spray.
There is a risk of an accident.
In such situations, turn the light switch to
L.
While the engine is running, the light setting
is selected automatically according to the
brightness of the ambient light. Ã controls the daytime driving lights, side lamps
and dipped-beam headlamps. The automatic
headlamp feature is only an aid. The driver is
responsible for the vehicle's lighting at all
times.
The engine must be running.
X
Turn the combination switch control to the
à or K position.
X
To switch on: press the combination switch
in the direction of arrow 1.
X
To switch off: move the combination switch
back to its original position.
The K indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up when the main-beam headlamps are switched on.
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Using the headlamp flasher
X
Pull the combination switch in the direction of arrow 2.
Switching on the side lamps
X
Turn combination switch control : to the
T position.
Switching the foglamps and rear foglamp on and off
Only vehicles with front foglamps have the
"Foglamps" function.
Combination switch middle ring
:
Marking
;
Switch on the ignition and either the side
lamps or the dipped beam headlamps in order
to switch on the fog lamps.
Start the engine and switch on either the side
lamps or dipped beam headlamps in order to
switch on the rear foglamp.
X
To switch on or off manually: turn combination switch middle ring : to the desired
marking:
R
O Foglamps
R
R Rear foglamp
After releasing, the combination switch middle ring returns automatically to the neutral
position.
The foglamps and rear foglamp also switch
off automatically in the following situations:
R
the lights are switched off.
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the engine is switched off and the control
is in the à position.
Using the cornering light function
Only vehicles with the LED & Sensor package
are equipped with the cornering light function.
The cornering light function uses the front
foglamps to improve the illumination of the
road in the direction in which you are turning, enabling better visibility in tight bends,
for example.
The following conditions must be fulfilled for
the cornering light function to switch on
automatically:
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the dipped-beam headlamps are switched
on
R
the vehicle is moving at less than
40 km/h
R
the turn signal is switched on or the steering wheel is turned
Adjusting the lighting
Adjusting the headlamp range
The vehicle load can affect the headlamp
range. This can impair visibility, and the
headlamps can dazzle oncoming traffic.
The ignition must be switched on in order to
set the headlamp range.
X
Turn headlamp range adjuster : to the
position which corresponds to the load in
your vehicle.
Positions for the vehicle load:
R
g: Driver's seat occupied or driver's seat
and front-passenger seat occupied
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1: All seats occupied
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2: All seats occupied and luggage compartment laden
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3: Driver's seat occupied and luggage
compartment laden
Adjusting the dipped-beam headlamps
to left-hand or right-hand traffic
The symmetrical dipped-beam headlamps
are required when travelling in countries
where vehicles are driven on the opposite
side of the road to that in which the vehicle is
registered. Unlike the asymmetrical dippedbeam headlamps, these headlamps do not
dazzle oncoming traffic. Symmetrical
dipped-beam headlamps provide less illumination to the edge of the carriageway.
>> Ensuring good visibility.
X
Open the service cover.
X
For symmetrical dipped beam: turn the
screws of both headlamps as far as they
will go to position ±.
For asymmetrical dipped beam: turn the
screws of both headlamps as far as they
will go to position q.
X
Have the dipped-beam headlamp setting
checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
Using the interior lighting
The interior lights switch off in the following
situations:
R
A door is opened and 15 minutes have
passed.
R
All doors are closed, the vehicle has been
locked and 15 seconds have passed.
R
All doors are closed, the vehicle has not
been locked and 4 minutes have passed.
R
The engine has been started.
The interior lighting can be activated when a
door is open. After closing the doors, the
interior lighting goes out.
X
Press switch : to switch the left-hand
reading lamp on and off.
X
Move switch ; to the desired position:
R
Interior lighting switched on.
R
Interior lighting controlled automatically.
R
Interior lighting switched off.
X
Press switch = to switch the right-hand
reading lamp on and off.
Adjusting the ambient lighting (colour
display)
On-board computer with colour display: the
ambient lighting is set in the on-board computer (Y page 110).
Switching the interior lighting on and
off
The interior lights go on when you unlock the
doors.
Using the windscreen wipers
Switching on the windscreen wipers
Please note
Do not operate the windscreen wipers
!
when the windscreen is dry, as this could
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damage the wiper blades. Moreover, dust
that has collected on the windscreen can
scratch the glass if wiping takes place
when the windscreen is dry.
If it is necessary to switch on the windscreen wipers in dry weather conditions,
always operate them using washer fluid.
Vehicles with a rain sensor: if the wind-
!
screen becomes dirty in dry weather conditions, the windscreen wipers may be
activated inadvertently. This could damage the windscreen wiper blades or
scratch the windscreen.
For this reason, you should always switch
off the windscreen wipers in dry weather.
Make sure that the windscreen wipers are
!
free of ice. Otherwise the wiper motor may
overheat.
Wiper blades are subject to wear and tear.
smart recommends replacing the wiper
blades twice a year. Worn or damaged wiper
blades cause smearing on the windscreen. On
vehicles with a rain sensor, malfunctions are
then possible.
Switching continuous wipe on and off
Automatic wipe (vehicles with rain sensor)
The rain sensor is only an aid. The driver is
responsible for ensuring good visibility at
all times.
X
Press the combination switch to the ©
position. In automatic wipe mode, the
appropriate wiping frequency is set
according to the intensity of the rain.
X
Use control : to set the wipe frequency.
Switching on intermittent wiping
X
Press the combination switch to the ©
position.
X
Use control : to set the wipe frequency.
Wiping with washer fluid
X
Pull the combination switch in the direction of arrow î.
Switching the rear window wiper on/off
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Control for wipe frequency
:
Continuous wipe, off
g
Automatic wipe
©
Continuous wipe, slow
1
Continuous wipe, fast
2
Wiping with washer fluid
î
The ignition must be switched on in order to
operate the windscreen wipers.
X
Press the combination switch down or up
to the desired position.
To operate the rear window wiper, the ignition must be switched on.
X
Turn the outer control on the combination
switch to the desired position:
R
g Rear window wiper off
R
è Rear window wiper on
R
î Wiper with washer fluid
Activating/deactivating the rear window wiper when reversing
You can switch the "Automatic rear window
wiper when reversing" setting on or off in the
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smart Media-System. The rear window wiper
is automatically activated for a short while
when the ignition is switched on, the window
wipers are switched on and reverse gear is
engaged.
X
In the smart Media-System, select Vehicle
> Settings > Auto rear wipe with
reverse gear.
The selected setting is highlighted.
X
Confirm the setting with Done.
Folding the sun visor to the side
Mirror cover
:
Bracket
;
>> Ensuring good visibility.
Retaining strap
=
Vanity mirror
?
X
Fold the sun visor down.
X
Pull the sun visor out of retainer ;.
X
Fold the sun visor to one side
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Locking and unlocking the doors from the inside
Locking and unlocking the doors from
the inside
Using the door handle to unlock the
door
X
Pull door handle :.
If the vehicle has previously been locked
with the key, opening a door from the inside
will trigger the anti-theft alarm system. To
disable the alarm, switch on the ignition.
Centrally locking and unlocking the
vehicle from the inside
WARNING
G
If children are left unsupervised in the
vehicle, they can:
R
open doors and endanger other persons
or road users
R
climb out and be injured by the traffic
R
operate vehicle equipment and, for
example, trap themselves.
Children could also set the vehicle in
motion, for example by:
R
releasing the parking brake
R
shifting the automatic transmission out
of park position P
R
starting the engine.
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
key with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Always keep the key out of reach of children.
X
To lock: press button :.
When the doors are locked, indicator
lamp ; lights up.
X
To unlock: press button :.
Activating and deactivating the automatic locking feature
The activated automatic locking feature
locks the vehicle automatically when the
ignition is switched on and the vehicle is
moving.
X
When the engine is running, press and
hold button : for 5 seconds until a tone
sounds.
Repeat the procedure to deactivate the
automatic locking feature.
When the automatic locking function is
activated, the locking mechanism engages
audibly when you pull away. When the
automatic locking function is deactivated,
no sound occurs.
Activating the double-lock function
For United Kingdom only: the double-lock
function prevents the doors from being
opened from the inside.
WARNING
G
When the double locks are activated, the
doors can no longer be opened from the
inside. People in the vehicle can no longer
get out, e.g. in hazardous situations. There
is a risk of injury.
Therefore, do not leave any people unsupervised in the vehicle, particularly chil-
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dren, elderly people or people in need of
special assistance. Do not activate the
double lock when people are in the vehicle.
WARNING
G
If persons (particularly children) are
exposed to heat or cold for a prolonged
period, there is a risk of serious or even
fatal injuries. Never leave persons (particularly children) unattended in the vehicle.
X
Press button : twice.
The double-lock function is enabled.
Understanding the reversing feature
The side windows are equipped with an automatic reversing feature. If a solid object
blocks or restricts a side window from closing during automatic operation, the side
window opens again automatically. During
the manual closing process, the side window
only opens again automatically after the
corresponding switch is released. The automatic reversing feature is only an aid. The
driver is responsible for operating the side
windows safely.
WARNING
G
The reversing feature does not react:
R
to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small
fingers
R
while adjusting
This means that the reversing feature cannot prevent someone being trapped in
these situations. There is a risk of injury.
When closing, make sure that no body
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parts are in the closing area. If someone
becomes trapped, press the W button to
open the side window again.
Opening and closing the windows
Please note
WARNING
G
While closing the side windows, body parts
in the closing area could become trapped.
There is a risk of injury.
When closing make sure that no parts of
the body are in the closing area. If somebody becomes trapped, release the switch
or press the switch to open the side window
again.
WARNING
G
Children could become trapped if they
operate the side windows, particularly
when unattended. There is a risk of injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
key with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unattended in the vehicle.
WARNING
G
If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the
side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing function is then
not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process. This
poses an increased risk of injury or even
fatal injury.
Make sure that no parts of the body are in
the closing area. To stop the closing process, release the switch or push the switch
again to reopen the side window.
The switches for both side windows are located on the driver's door. There is also a switch
for the front-passenger window on the frontpassenger door. The switch on the driver’s
door takes precedence.
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Opening and closing the windows
Opening and closing the folding top
X
Fold the lever forwards.
X
Use the lever to push the hinged window
out to the stop.
X
Push the lever back until as far as it will go.
Closing the hinged windows
X
Fold the lever forwards.
X
Use the lever to pull in the hinged window.
X
Push the lever back until as far as it will go.
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Left side window
:
Right side window
;
X
To open: press the switch.
X
To close: pull the switch.
Opening and closing windows fully in
automatic mode
X
To open the windows fully, press the
switch beyond the point of resistance and
release it.
X
To close the windows fully, pull the switch
beyond the point of resistance and release
it.
X
To stop automatic operation, press the
switch again.
Opening and closing the hinged windows of rear doors
Opening the hinged windows
Opening and closing the folding top
WARNING
G
During opening and closing, body parts in
the sweep of the folding top can get trapped. There is a risk of injury.
When opening and closing make sure that
no parts of the body are in the sweep.
Release the switch immediately if somebody becomes trapped.
The opening or closing will stop.
WARNING
G
Children could become trapped if they
operate the folding top, particularly when
unattended. There is a risk of injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
key with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Only open the folding top if it is free of
!
snow and ice. Otherwise, malfunctions
may occur.
Do not allow anything to protrude from the
folding top. Otherwise, the seals could be
damaged.
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To open or close the folding top, the ignition
must be switched on.
X
To open: press the switch to position :
until the folding top is in the desired position.
X
To close: press the switch to position ;
until the folding top is in the desired position.
It is possible to open or close the folding
i
top while driving at speeds of up to
100 km/h.
Operating the climate control system
Operating the automatic climate control system
Switching the automatic climate control
system on and off
The ignition must be switched on in order to
operate the blower. The engine must be running in order to operate all the functions of
the automatic climate control system.
X
To switch on: press the à button.
The indicator lamps below à and
¿ light up.
X
To switch off: press the ^ button.
The indicator lamp below ^ lights up.
Useful information
The climate control system is only available
when the ignition is switched on.
If the climate control system is deactivated,
the air supply and circulation are switched
off. The windows could mist up. You should
therefore switch off the climate control system for brief periods only.
In air-recirculation mode, only the air inside
the vehicle is recirculated and no fresh air is
introduced. This is useful in a tunnel or when
there are unpleasant odours outside the
vehicle. In air-recirculation mode, the windows may mist up more quickly, particularly
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when the outside temperature is low. Therefore, switch on air-recirculation mode only
briefly.
The integrated filter in the climate control
system keeps out most particles of dust as
well as pollen. The filter reduces the amount
of air supplied to the vehicle interior. For this
reason, always observe the interval for
replacing the filter.
Setting the temperature
X
Move the slider in small increments to the
left or right.
In automatic mode, the set temperature is
maintained at a constant level. The air distribution and blower speed are regulated
automatically.
Setting and switching the air distribution off
X
Press one or more of the ¯, P, O
buttons.
R
¯ Demister vents
R
P Centre and side air vents
R
O Footwell vents
Increasing the blower speed
X
Press the K button.
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Decreasing the blower speed
X
Press the I button.
Activating/deactivating air-recirculation mode
X
Press the À button.
The indicator lamp above À lights up
when air-recirculation mode is activated.
Switching "Cooling with air dehumidification" on or off
The "Cooling with air dehumidification"
function cools and dehumidifies the air
inside the vehicle during warm weather.
The engine must be running in order to use
"Cooling with air dehumidification".
X
To switch on: press the K and
¿ button.
The indicator lamp below ¿ lights up
when the function is activated.
In damp weather, only switch off the "Cooling
with air dehumidification" function briefly.
Otherwise the windows can mist up more
quickly.
Demisting the windscreen
X
Press the ¬ button.
The indicator lamp above ¬ lights up
when the windscreen is being demisted.
Use this setting only until the windscreen is
clear again.
Demisting the rear window
When the rear window heating is activated,
the exterior mirrors are also heated.
X
Press the ¤ button.
The indicator lamp above ¤ lights up
when the rear window heating is activated.
Use this setting only until the rear window is
clear again.
Drying windows that are misted up on the
inside
X
Press the ¿ button.
X
Press the à button.
X
If the windows are still misted up, press
the ¬ button.
Use this setting only until the windows are
clear again.
Drying windows that are misted up on the
outside
X
Switch on the windscreen wipers.
X
Press the ¬ button.
Use this setting only until the windows are
clear again.
Setting the pre-entry climate control at
departure time using the on-board computer
Only for instrument cluster with colour display:
The "Pre-entry climate control at departure
time" function heats or cools the vehicle
interior before the scheduled departure time.
The climate control runs until approx. 10
minutes after the set departure time.
The vehicle must be connected to the charger
in order to activate pre-entry climate control. The battery charge and the charge output of the high-voltage battery must be sufficient.
If pre-entry climate control cannot be operated, a display message is shown in the onboard computer.
X
Call up Pre-heat/cool and charge in the
on-board computer.
X
Press a.
X
Select one of the following settings:
R
no pre-selection
The pre-entry climate control is deactivated.
R
Two stored departure times
X
Departure time > select Activate to activate the stored departure time. If SmartCharging was selected before, this setting
is also activated.
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X
Departure time > select Change to change
the settings of a stored departure time.
X
Set the value.
X
Select Smart-Charging or instant charg‐
ing.
A display message is shown with the selected settings.
If Smart-Charging is selected, the highvoltage battery charges at minimum cost
while also conserving battery life.
Depending on the set departure time,
charging of the high-voltage battery may
not start immediately or may be interrupted during the charging process.
The charging station must support the
i
transmission of tariff information in order
for the optimised charging process with
Smart-Charging to be possible. If the
charging station does not provide tariff
information, set the preferred charging
times on the "smart control" website.
If instant charging is selected, the
i
high-voltage battery is charged regardless of the cost information. A part of the
charging may not be conducted until
one to two hours before the departure time,
in order for temperature control of the
high-voltage battery to be carried out for
the intended departure time.
WARNING
G
If you pour cleaning fluid or disinfectant
into the vehicle's ventilation system, it
may ignite. There is a risk of fire.
Never spray these or other agents into the
ventilation system. Always have work on
the ventilation system carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Keep the following rules in mind for optimal
climate control:
R
Keep the air slots between the service
cover and windscreen clear of blockages.
R
Do not cover the vents or ventilation grilles
in the vehicle interior.
R
Open the air vents fully.
Opening and closing the air vents
Adjusting the air vents
Please note
WARNING
G
Very hot or very cold air can flow from the
air vents. This could result in burns or
frostbite in the immediate vicinity of the
air vents. There is a risk of injury.
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Make sure that all vehicle occupants
always maintain a sufficient distance to
the air outlets. If necessary, redirect the
airflow to another area of the vehicle interior.
X
To open 1: turn the vent outwards.
X
To close 2: turn the vent inwards.
Directing the air vents
X
Turn the air vents upwards, downwards, to
the left or to the right as desired.
Activating/deactivating the seat heating and steering wheel heating
WARNING
G
Repeatedly switching on the seat heating
can cause the seat cushion, the backrest
pad and parts of the steering wheel to
become very hot. The health of persons
with limited temperature sensitivity or a
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limited ability to react to higher temperatures may be affected or they may even
suffer burn-like injuries. There is a risk of
injury.
Therefore, do not switch the seat heating
on repeatedly.
When the seat heating is switched on, the
!
seat surface can be damaged as a result of
objects being placed on the seats, for
example, seat cushions, child seats and
protective covers not approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Ensure that there are no objects on the seat
surface when the seat heating is switched
on.
The seat heating only works when the ignition is switched on. Vehicles with the Winter
package are additionally equipped with
"Steering wheel heating" function : and the
"Rear seat heating" function. The rear seat
heating buttons are located on the surface of
the rear seat armrests.
X
Press button =.
Indicator lamp ; lights up when seat
heating is activated.
Vehicles with the Winter package: steering
wheel heating : is also switched on when
the driver's seat heating is activated.
In addition, flammable materials can
ignite if:
R
the hot cigarette lighter falls
R
a child holds the hot cigarette lighter to
objects, for example
There is a risk of fire and injury.
Always hold the cigarette lighter by the
knob. Always make sure that the cigarette
lighter is out of reach of children. Never
leave children unattended in the vehicle.
The cigarette lighter only works when the
ignition is switched on.
X
Press cigarette lighter :.
When cigarette lighter : is hot, it pops up
automatically.
Using the ash tray
The cup holder in the centre console is
!
not heat resistant. Before placing lit cigarettes 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 damaged.
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Using the accessories
Using the cigarette lighter
WARNING
G
You can burn yourself if you touch the hot
heating element or the socket of the cigarette lighter.
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X
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.
Using the 12 V socket
the operating and road safety of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Stow all objects securely in the vehicle so
that they do not get into the driver's footwell. Always fit the floormats securely and
as prescribed in order to ensure that there
is always sufficient room for the pedals. Do
not use loose floormats and do not place
several floormats on top of one another.
X
Slide the driver's seat backwards.
X
To install: press securing knobs : onto
retainers ;.
X
To remove: release securing knobs : from
retainers ;.
X
Turn the key to position 1 in the ignition
lock.
X
Lift up the cover of socket :.
X
Connect the device.
The socket can be used for accessories up to a
maximum draw of 120 W (15 A).
If you use the socket for very long periods
when the engine is switched off, the 12 V
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battery may discharge.
Fitting and removing the floormats
WARNING
G
Objects in the driver's footwell may
restrict the clearance around the pedals or
block a depressed pedal. This jeopardises
Tablet bracket for iPad Air
®
Useful information
iPad Air® tablets can be attached to the back
of the front seats using the tablet bracket in
the rear.
The tablet bracket offers the following functions:
R
The attachment can be rotated 180° allowing the iPad® to be used in portrait or land-
scape mode.
R
The attachment can be gently tilted allowing individual setting.
Please note
WARNING
G
The iPad® distracts the driver from the
traffic situation. This could cause the
driver to lose control of the vehicle.
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