Checking the coolant
The coolant expansion tank is in the area
under the service cover.
X
Open the service cover (Y page 147).
X
Let the coolant cool down for at least
30 minutes.
X
Park the vehicle on a level surface.
Only check the coolant level when the vehi-
cle is on a level surface and the engine has
cooled down.
X
Check the reservoir visually.
The fluid level must be between MIN and
MAX.
Adding coolant
X
Cover cap : of coolant expansion tank ;
with a cloth.
X
Slowly turn cover cap : anti-clockwise to
allow excess pressure to escape.
X
Turn cap : further anti-clockwise and
remove it.
X
Do not exceed the maximum filling level
when adding coolant.
X
Screw on cap : tightly.
For further information on coolant, see
(
Y page 203).
Windshield washer system
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WARNING
Windshield washer concentrate is highly
flammable. If it comes into contact with hot
components in the front compartment, it
may ignite. There is a risk of fire and
injury.
Make sure that no windshield washer con-
centrate is spilled next to the filler neck.
X
Open the service cover (Y page 147).
X
To open: pull cap : upwards by the tab.
X
If available, pull the removable nozzle up
as far as the stop.
X
Add the premixed washer fluid.
X
To close: if available, push the removable
nozzle down and push it inside.
X
Press cap : onto the filler neck until it
engages.
Further information on windshield washer
fluid/antifreeze (
Y page 203).
Maintenance
Service display
Service message
The service display informs you of the next
service due date. Depending on the operating
conditions of the vehicle, the remaining time
or distance until the next service due date is
displayed.
Information on the type of service and ser-
vice intervals (see the separate Maintenance
Booklet).
For further information inquire at any smart
center or look under
http://www.smartUSA.com (only USA).
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The service display does not show any
information on the engine oil level.
Observe the notes on the engine oil level
(
Y page 146).
Whenever a service is due, this is shown
approximately 30 days or 1500 km (1000 miles)
beforehand. After starting the engine, a ser-
vice message appears in the instrument clus-
ter display for a few seconds; see the follow-
ing example.
Maintenance
149
>> Maintenance and care.
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