Smart fortwo (2016). Service Instruction - page 8

Vehicle

Display messages

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

b

Brake Lights Inoper‐

ative

The brake lights are not functioning. The actuation or the bulbs/

LEDs are faulty.

G

WARNING

Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of vehicle safety. The

brake lamps are not functioning and are no longer working when

braking.

There is a risk of an accident.

X

Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying

attention to road and traffic conditions.

X

Secure the vehicle against rolling away (

Y

page 100).

X

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

Switch Off Lights

The lights are still switched on when you leave the vehicle. A

warning tone also sounds.

X

Turn the light switch to à or $.

\

(Example of all doors

and tailgate open)

A door or the tailgate is open. A warning tone also sounds.

The display shows the open doors/tailgate.

X

Pull over paying attention to road and traffic conditions and

stop the vehicle, then close the doors and tailgate.

D

Power Steering Mal‐

function See Opera‐

tor's Manual

The power steering is malfunctioning.

G

WARNING

You will need to use more force to steer.

There is a risk of an accident.

X

Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required.

X

If you are able to steer safely: carefully drive on to a qualified

specialist workshop.

X

If you are unable to steer safely: do not continue driving. Con-

tact the nearest qualified specialist workshop.

D

Electronics Mal‐

function See Opera‐

tor's Manual

The power steering assistance may be malfunctioning. You may

need to use more force to steer.

X

Drive on carefully to a qualified specialist workshop and have

the steering checked immediately.

A

Parking Lock Mal‐

function To Park:

Apply Parking Brake

Only for vehicles with automatic transmission: the letter N

flashes in the middle of the display if you try to shift to P. A

warning tone also sounds.

The parking lock is malfunctioning.

X

Apply the parking brake to park.

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To Start Engine:

Shift to P or N

Vehicles with automatic transmission only: the currently selected

transmission position is shown in the middle of the display.

You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in

position D or R.

X

Shift to P or N to start.

To Start Engine:

Shift to N.

Vehicles with automatic transmission only: the currently selected

transmission position is shown in the middle of the display.

The engine switches off while the vehicle is in motion.

X

Shift to N to start.

A

To Start Engine:

Apply Brake

Vehicles with automatic transmission only: N is shown in the

middle of the display.

You have tried to start the engine in transmission position N

without depressing the brake pedal.

X

Depress the brake pedal.

Transmission Not in

P Risk of Vehicle

Rolling Away

Vehicles with automatic transmission only: a warning tone also

sounds.

The driver's door is open/not fully closed and the gear lever is in

position R, N or D.

G

WARNING

The vehicle may roll away.

There is a risk of an accident.

X

Shift the selector lever to position P.

X

Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling away.

X

Fully close the driver's door.

S

Transmission Mal‐

function Visit Work‐

shop

Vehicles with automatic transmission only: S is shown.
The automatic transmission is malfunctioning.

X

Notify a qualified specialist workshop or breakdown service.

S

or

B

/

7

/

C

/

A

Clutch Protection

Active See Opera‐

tor's Manual

Vehicles with automatic transmission only: S flashes alter-

nately with the currently selected transmission position.

The automatic transmission clutch has overheated. You will feel

the clutch pedal pulsate.

X

Initially try to avoid pulling away or crawling maneuvers.

The automatic transmission is available again when the display

message goes out.

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S

or

B

/

7

/

C

/

A

Transmission Over‐

heated See Opera‐

tor's Manual

Only for vehicles with automatic transmission: S flashes

alternately with the currently selected transmission position. A

warning tone also sounds.

Further pulling away or crawling maneuvers have led to a critical

clutch temperature.

X

Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying

attention to road and traffic conditions.

X

Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling away.

X

Wait until the automatic transmission has cooled down and the

display message does not reappear after acknowledging it.

Electronics Mal‐

function Visit Work‐

shop

In addition the \ door warning lamp and other warning lamps,

e.g. ÷, light up.
The central vehicle electronics system is malfunctioning.

After the engine is switched off:

R

do not lock/unlock the doors using the remote control function of

the key

R

you can no longer start the engine.

X

Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying

attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-

ing under any circumstances.

X

Secure the vehicle against rolling away (

Y

page 100).

X

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

Electronics Mal‐

function Visit Work‐

shop

The transmission electronics are malfunctioning or the neutral

sensor is faulty.

Cruise control is automatically deactivated.

Starting the engine is only possible with the clutch pedal fully

depressed.

X

Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

+

Remove key

The key is in the ignition lock, the engine is switched off and the

driver's door is open.

X

Remove the SmartKey.

Rain and Light Sen‐

sor Inoperative

The rain/light sensor is malfunctioning.

Automatic headlamp mode and automatic intermittent wipe are not

available.

X

Switch on exterior lighting manually if required (

Y

page 67).

X

Switch the windshield wipers on or off manually as required

(

Y

page 74).

X

Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

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Safety

Seat belts

Problem

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

ü
After starting the

engine, the red seat

belt warning lamp

lights up for six sec-

onds.

The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger

to fasten their seat belts. An additional warning tone will sound if

the driver's seat belt is not fastened.

X

Fasten your seat belt (

Y

page 31).

The warning tone ceases.

ü
After starting the

engine, the red seat

belt warning lamp

lights up.

The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.

X

Fasten your seat belt (

Y

page 31).

The warning lamp goes out.

ü
The red seat belt warn-

ing lamp flashes and a

warning tone sounds.

The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. The

vehicle is being driven faster than 12 mph (20 km/h) or has briefly

been driven faster than 12 mph (20 km/h).

X

Fasten your seat belt (

Y

page 31).

The warning lamp goes out and the warning tone ceases.

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Safety systems

Problem

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6
The red restraint sys-

tem warning lamp is lit

while the engine is

running.

The restraint system is faulty.

G

WARNING

The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be trig-

gered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be

triggered.

There is an increased risk of injury.

X

Drive on carefully.

X

Have the restraint system checked at a qualified specialist

workshop immediately.

For further information about the restraint system, see

(

Y

page 29).

$ (USA only)
J (Canada only)
÷ !
The red brake system

warning lamp, the yel-

low ESP

®

warning lamp

and the yellow ABS

warning lamp light up

while the engine is

running.

G

WARNING

The brake system continues to function normally, but without the

functions listed above. The front and rear wheels could therefore

lock if you brake hard, for example.

The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely

affected. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation

can increase.
If ESP

®

is not operational, ESP

®

is unable to stabilize the vehicle.

There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.

X

Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying

attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-

ing under any circumstances.

X

Secure the vehicle against rolling away (

Y

page 100).

X

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

$ (USA only)
J (Canada only)
The red brake system

warning lamp comes on

while the vehicle is

moving. A warning tone

also sounds.

You are driving with the parking brake engaged.

X

Release the parking brake.

The warning lamp goes out and the warning tone ceases.

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Problem

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$ (USA only)
J (Canada only)
The red brake system

warning lamp comes on

while the engine is

running. A warning

tone also sounds.

There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.

G

WARNING

The braking effect may be impaired.

There is a risk of an accident.

X

Observe the additional display messages.

X

Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying

attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-

ing under any circumstances.

X

Secure the vehicle against rolling away (

Y

page 100).

X

Do not add brake fluid. Adding more will not remedy the mal-

function.

X

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

$ (USA only)
J (Canada only)
The red brake system

warning lamp comes on

while the engine is

running. A warning

tone also sounds.

EBD (electronic brake force distribution) is malfunctioning. This

means that ABS, ESP

®

, Crosswind Assist and hill start assist, for

example, are also unavailable.

Other driving systems could be switched off automatically.

G

WARNING

The brake system continues to function normally, but without the

functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock early if

you brake hard, for example.

The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely

affected. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation

can increase.
If ESP

®

is not operational, ESP

®

is unable to stabilize the vehicle.

There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.

X

Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying

attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-

ing under any circumstances.

X

Secure the vehicle against rolling away (

Y

page 100).

X

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

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Problem

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

!
The yellow ABS warning

lamp is lit while the

engine is running.

ABS is malfunctioning. This means that ESP

®

, Crosswind Assist and

hill start assist, for example, are also unavailable.

Other driving systems could be switched off automatically.

G

WARNING

The brake system continues to function normally, but without the

functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you

brake hard, for example.

The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely

affected. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation

can increase.
If ESP

®

is not operational, ESP

®

is unable to stabilize the vehicle.

There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.

X

Drive on carefully.

X

Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

If the ABS control unit is faulty, there is also a possibility that

other systems may be unavailable.

÷
The yellow ESP

®

warn-

ing lamp is on when you

are driving.

In addition, the \

door warning lamp and

other warning lamps,

e.g. h, light up.

The central vehicle electronics system is malfunctioning.

After the engine is switched off:

R

do not lock/unlock the doors using the remote control function of

the key

R

you can no longer start the engine.

X

Observe the additional display messages in the display.

X

Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying

attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-

ing under any circumstances.

X

Secure the vehicle against rolling away (

Y

page 100).

X

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

÷
The yellow ESP

®

warn-

ing lamp flashes while

the vehicle is in

motion.

ESP

®

or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of

skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin.

Cruise control is automatically deactivated.

X

When pulling away, only depress the accelerator pedal as far as

necessary.

X

Ease off the accelerator pedal while the vehicle is in motion.

X

Adapt your driving style to suit the road and weather condi-

tions.

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Problem

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

÷
The yellow ESP

®

warn-

ing lamp is lit while

the engine is running.

ESP

®

is not available due to a malfunction.

Other driving systems could be switched off automatically.

G

WARNING

The brake system continues to function normally, but without the

functions listed above.

The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can thus

increase.

The brake lamps may not be functioning and thus no longer working

when braking.
If ESP

®

is not operational, ESP

®

is unable to stabilize the vehicle.

There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.

X

Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying

attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-

ing under any circumstances.

X

Secure the vehicle against rolling away (

Y

page 100).

X

Observe the additional display messages in the display.

X

Check that the brake lamps are working.

If the brake lamps are not working:

X

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

If the brake lamps are working:

X

Drive on carefully.

X

Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

^
The yellow distance

warning function warn-

ing lamp comes on

while the vehicle is

moving.

In addition the \

door warning lamp and

other warning lamps,

e.g. ÷, light up.

The central vehicle electronics system is malfunctioning.

After the engine is switched off:

R

do not lock/unlock the doors using the remote control function of

the key

R

you can no longer start the engine.

X

Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying

attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-

ing under any circumstances.

X

Secure the vehicle against rolling away (

Y

page 100).

X

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

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^
The yellow distance

warning function warn-

ing lamp comes on

while the vehicle is

moving.

The distance warning function is malfunctioning or temporarily

inoperative. Possible causes are:

R

the smart logo in the radiator trim is dirty.

R

function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow.

R

the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to

electromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio sta-

tions or other sources of electromagnetic radiation.

R

the system is outside the operating temperature range.

R

The on-board voltage is too low.

If the causes listed above no longer apply, the distance warning

function is operational again.
If the distance warning lamp continues to light up, the distance

warning function electronics are malfunctioning.

X

Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

·
The red distance warn-

ing lamp lights up

while the vehicle is in

motion. A warning tone

also sounds.

You are approaching a vehicle or a stationary obstacle in your line

of travel at too high a speed.

X

Be prepared to brake immediately.

X

Pay careful attention to the traffic situation. You may have to

brake or take evasive action.

Further information on the distance warning function (

Y

page 48).

Engine

Problem

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

;
The yellow Check

Engine warning lamp

flashes while the

engine is running.

The ignition system is malfunctioning. The engine is misfiring,

for example, which means the catalytic converter could become

damaged.

X

Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.

i

In some states, you must immediately visit a qualified spe-

cialist workshop as soon as the yellow Check Engine warning

lamp lights up. This depends on the locally applicable legal

requirements. If in doubt, check whether such legal regulations

apply in the state in which you are currently driving.

;
The yellow Check

Engine warning lamp

lights up while the

engine is running. The

engine power output is

also reduced.

The engine is running in emergency mode. This may lead to a mal-

functioning of the fuel injection system, for example.

X

Drive on carefully.

X

Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.

i

In some states, you must immediately visit a qualified spe-

cialist workshop as soon as the yellow Check Engine warning

lamp lights up. This depends on the locally applicable legal

requirements. If in doubt, check whether such legal regulations

apply in the state in which you are currently driving.

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Problem

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;
The yellow Check

Engine warning lamp

lights up while the

engine is running.

There may be a malfunction, for example:

R

in the engine management

R

in the exhaust system

R

in the fuel system

R

with the accelerator pedal sensor

X

Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.

i

In some states, you must immediately visit a qualified spe-

cialist workshop as soon as the yellow Check Engine warning

lamp lights up. This depends on the locally applicable legal

requirements. If in doubt, check whether such legal regulations

apply in the state in which you are currently driving.

í
The red battery warning

lamp is lit while the

engine is running. A

warning tone also

sounds.

The battery is not being charged.

Possible causes are:

R

a defective alternator

R

the battery is faulty

R

a torn poly-V-belt

R

a malfunction in the electronics

X

Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine,

paying attention to road and traffic conditions.

!

Do not continue driving. The engine could otherwise overheat.

X

Secure the vehicle against rolling away (

Y

page 100).

X

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

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5
The red oil pressure

indicator lamp is lit

while the engine is

running. A warning

tone also sounds.

The engine oil pressure is too low. There is a risk of engine dam-

age.

X

Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying

attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-

ing under any circumstances.

X

Switch off the engine.

X

Secure the vehicle against rolling away (

Y

page 100).

X

Check the oil level (

Y

page 150).

X

If necessary, add engine oil (

Y

page 150).

Information on approved engine oils can also be obtained from any

qualified specialist workshop.

?
The red coolant tem-

perature warning lamp

comes on while the

engine is running. A

warning tone also

sounds.

The coolant temperature has exceeded 230 ‡ (110 †). The airflow to

the engine radiator may be blocked or the coolant level may be too

low.

G

WARNING

The engine is not being cooled sufficiently and may be damaged.

Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some

fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch

fire.

Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns, which

can occur just by opening the engine compartment cover.

There is a risk of injury.

X

Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying

attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-

ing under any circumstances.

X

Switch off the engine.

X

Secure the vehicle against rolling away (

Y

page 100).

X

Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until

the engine has cooled down.

X

Check the coolant level and top up the coolant. Observe the notes

as you do so (

Y

page 210).

X

If you need to add coolant more often than usual, have the engine

coolant system checked.

X

Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not

blocked, e.g. by snow, slush or ice.

X

Do not start the engine again until the coolant temperature is

below 230 ‡ (110 †). Otherwise, the engine could be damaged.
Avoid subjecting the engine to heavy loads, e.g. driving in

mountainous terrain, and stop-and-go traffic.

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Tires

Problem

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

h
You are driving and the

yellow tire pressure

monitor warning lamp

(pressure loss/

malfunction) is lit.

In addition the \

door warning lamp and

other warning lamps,

e.g. ÷, light up.

The central vehicle electronics system is malfunctioning.

After the engine is switched off:

R

do not lock/unlock the doors using the remote control function of

the key

R

you can no longer start the engine.

X

Observe the additional display messages in the display.

X

Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying

attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-

ing under any circumstances.

X

Secure the vehicle against rolling away (

Y

page 100).

X

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

h
You are driving and the

yellow tire pressure

monitor warning lamp

(pressure loss/

malfunction) is lit. A

warning tone also

sounds.

The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly.

G

WARNING

If you drive with a flat tire, there is a risk of the following haz-

ards:

R

A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle.

R

you could lose control of the vehicle.

R

Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat

build-up and possibly a fire.

There is a risk of an accident.

X

Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking

maneuvers. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so.

X

Secure the vehicle against rolling away (

Y

page 100).

X

Check the tires and, if necessary, follow the instructions for a

flat tire (

Y

page 161).

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h
The yellow tire pres-

sure monitor warning

lamp (pressure loss/

malfunction) flashes

for approximately

1 minute and then

remains lit.

There is no signal from the tire pressure sensor of one or several

wheels, or the wheels fitted do not have suitable tire pressure

sensors. The tire pressure monitor was not restarted after a wheel

change.

G

WARNING

The system is possibly unable to recognize or register low tire

pressure.

There is a risk of an accident.

X

Observe the additional display messages in the display.

X

Have the faulty tire pressure sensor replaced at a qualified

specialist workshop.

or

X

Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors.

or

X

Restart the tire pressure monitor after a wheel change

(

Y

page 185)

The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after

driving for a few minutes.

If the yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp continues to

remain on:

X

Drive on carefully.

X

Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

h
You are driving and the

yellow tire pressure

monitor warning lamp

(pressure loss/

malfunction) is lit.

The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tire

pressure difference between the wheels is too great.

X

Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity (

Y

page 183).

X

If necessary, correct the tire pressure.

X

Restart the tire pressure monitor (

Y

page 185).

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Vehicle

Problem

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

\
The red door warning

lamp comes on while the

vehicle is moving.

In addition, further

warning lamps light up,

such as ÷.

The central vehicle electronics system is malfunctioning.

After the engine is switched off:

R

do not lock/unlock the doors using the remote control function of

the key

R

you can no longer start the engine.

X

Observe the additional display messages in the display.

X

Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying

attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driv-

ing under any circumstances.

X

Secure the vehicle against rolling away (

Y

page 100).

X

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

\
The red door warning

lamp is on.

A door or the tailgate is open. If you are driving at speeds above

13 mph (20 km/h), an additional warning tone will sound.

X

Observe the additional display messages in the display.

X

Pull over at a suitable place and stop the vehicle safely, paying

attention to road and traffic conditions.

X

Secure the vehicle against rolling away (

Y

page 100).

X

Close all doors and the tailgate.

D
The yellow power steer-

ing warning lamp is lit

while the engine is

running.

The power steering is malfunctioning.

G

WARNING

You may need to use more force to steer.

There is a risk of an accident.

X

Observe the additional display messages in the display.

X

Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required.

X

If you are able to steer safely: carefully drive on to a qualified

specialist workshop.

X

If you are unable to steer safely: do not drive on. Contact the

nearest qualified specialist workshop.

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Useful information

i

This Operator's Manual describes all

models and all standard and optional

equipment of your vehicle available at the

time of publication of the Operator's Man-

ual. Country-specific differences are pos-

sible. Bear in mind that your vehicle may

not feature all functions described here.

This also applies to safety-relevant sys-

tems and functions.

i

Read the information on qualified spe-

cialist workshops: (

Y

page 20).

Stowage areas
Loading guidelines

G

WARNING

If objects, luggage or loads are not secured

or not secured sufficiently, they could

slip, tip over or be flung around and

thereby hit vehicle occupants. There is a

risk of injury, particularly in the event of

sudden braking or a sudden change in

direction.
Always store objects so that they cannot be

flung around. Secure objects, luggage or

loads against slipping or tipping before

the journey.

G

WARNING

Combustion engines emit poisonous

exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. If

the tailgate is open when the engine is

running, particularly if the vehicle is

moving, exhaust fumes could enter the

passenger compartment. There is a risk of

poisoning.
Turn off the engine before opening the

tailgate. Never drive with the tailgate

open.

Your vehicle has not been approved by the

manufacturer for towing a trailer. A trailer

could seriously impair driving safety.

Mounting a basic rack, a cycle rack or a ski/

snowboard rack on the rear of the vehicle will

change the axle load distribution as speci-

fied by the vehicle manufacturer. Read the

operating instructions for the individual

accessories.

The handling characteristics of a laden vehi-

cle are dependent on the distribution of the

load within the vehicle. For this reason, you

should observe the following notes when

transporting a load:

R

never exceed the maximum permissible

gross vehicle weight or the permissible

axle loads for the vehicle (including occu-

pants). The values are specified on the

vehicle identification plate on the B-pil-

lar of the driver's door

R

the load must not protrude above the upper

edge of the head restraints

R

ensure that no items of luggage can enter

the vehicle interior above or between the

front seats

R

ensure that loaded objects are stowed

safely and are secured

R

load heavy objects at the bottom and light

objects at the top

Stowage space

Important safety notes

G

WARNING

If you stow objects in the vehicle interior

in an unsuitable way, they could slip or be

thrown around and thus hit vehicle occu-

pants. Additionally, the cup holders, open

stowage spaces and mobile phone brackets

cannot restrain the objects placed in them

in the event of an accident. There is a risk

of injury, especially in the event of brak-

ing or sudden changes in direction.

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Always stow objects so they cannot be

thrown around in these or similar situa-

tions.

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Always ensure that objects do not pro-

trude from the stowage compartments or

stowage nets.

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All closable stowage compartments

should be closed before beginning your

journey.

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Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin-

ted, sharp-edged, fragile objects or

objects which are too large behind the

last bench seat or under the passenger

seats.

Observe the loading guidelines (

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page 142).

Glove box

X

To open: pull handle :.

The glove box can be locked with the Smart-

Key.

X

To lock: insert the SmartKey into the lock

and turn it 90° clockwise to position 2.

X

To unlock: insert the SmartKey into the lock

and turn it 90° counter-clockwise to posi-

tion 1.

Stowage compartment in the doors

The stowage compartments are located in the

driver's door and front-passenger door.

:

Stowage compartment

Bottles can be stowed in the doors.

Drawer in the center console

X

Pull drawer ; by handle : in the direc-

tion of the arrow.

Additional stowage areas

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Bracket on the front-passenger seat for a

tablet, such as an iPad Air

®

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Stowage net in front-passenger footwell

Stowage compartment in the tailgate

The stowage compartment in the tailgate

offers additional stowage space for small

objects. You can keep the fluorescent jacket,

first-aid kit and warning triangle here, for

example.

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