X
Clean the plastic trim with a damp cloth.
X
Use care products and cleaning agents
recommended for smart to remove heavy
soiling.
Cleaning the roof lining
X
Remove heavy soiling using a soft brush
or a cleaning agent recommended for
smart.
Cleaning the carpets
X
Use carpet and textile cleaning agents
recommended for smart.
Cleaning the trim elements
!
Do not use solvent-based cleaning
agents such as tar remover, wheel clean-
ers, polishes or waxes. There is otherwise
a risk of damaging the surface.
X
Clean the trim elements with a moist
microfibre cloth.
X
Use care products and cleaning agents
recommended for smart to remove heavy
soiling.
Observing service due dates
The ¯ and ° indicator lamps in the
instrument cluster display are reminders of
upcoming service due dates:
R
¯: minor service.
R
°: major service.
Monochrome display: the indicator lamp
flashes for a few seconds after the engine is
started. Depending on the operating condi-
tions of the vehicle, the time or distance
remaining until the service is due, is also
displayed.
The service interval is based on normal
operation of the vehicle. Observe the fol-
lowing if the vehicle is operated under
arduous conditions or increased loads, e.g.
regular city driving with frequent inter-
mediate stops:
X
Carry out service work more often than
specified by the service interval.
X
Check the tyres more frequently.
Current information on the type of service
can be obtained at a smart centre or a
qualified specialist workshop.
Parking up the vehicle
!
Please note that if the vehicle is not
used for prolonged periods, vehicle dam-
age may occur and the battery may dis-
charge or become damaged.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop for a
consultation.
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