Daimler Smart fortwo coupe Operator's Manual
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strap must be routed forward and rearwardfrom the vehicle belt outlet.RNever place objects, such as a cushion,under or behind the child restraint system.Always comply with the manufacturer'sinstallation and operating instructions forthe child restraint system used.Pets in the vehicleG WARNINGIf you leave animals unattended or unse-cured in the vehicle, they could press but-tons or switches, for example.As a result, they could:Ractivate vehicle equipment and becometrapped, for exampleRactivate or deactivate systems, therebyendangering other road usersUnsecured animals could also be flungaround the vehicle in the event of an acci-dent or sudden steering or braking,thereby injuring vehicle occupants. Thereis a risk of an accident and injury.Never leave animals unattended in thevehicle. Always secure animals properlyduring the journey, e.g. use a suitable ani-mal transport box.Driving safelyDriving safety system limitations! Make sure you have suitable tires, so thatassistance systems and driving safetysystems can work as effectively as possi-ble.If you fail to adapt your driving style orbecome distracted, the driving safety sys-tems can neither reduce the risk of accidentnor override the laws of physics. Drivingsafety systems are merely aids designed toassist driving. You are responsible for thedistance to the vehicle in front, for vehiclespeed and for braking in good time. Alwaysadapt your driving style to suit the prevail-ing road, weather and traffic conditions andmaintain a safe distance from the vehicle infront. Drive carefully.For safety reasons, smart recommends thatyou only use snow chains that have beenspecially approved for your vehicle by smart.Further information can be obtained at asmart center or a qualified specialist work-shop.Braking with ABS (Anti-lock BrakingSystem)ABS regulates brake pressure in such a waythat the wheels do not lock when you brake.This allows you to continue steering thevehicle when braking.The ! (Canada only) or ò (USA only)abs warning lamp in the instrument clusterlights up when the ignition is switched on. Itgoes out when the engine is running.ABS works from a speed of about 4 mph(6 km/h), regardless of road-surface condi-tions. ABS intervenes in the case of slipperyroad surfaces, even when you only brakegently.X To brake while ABS intervenes: continue todepress the brake pedal with force untilthe braking situation is over.X To make a full brake application: depressthe brake pedal with full force.G WARNINGIf ABS is faulty, the wheels could lock whenbraking. The steerability and brakingcharacteristics may be severely impaired.Additionally, further driving safety sys-tems are deactivated. There is an increaseddanger of skidding and accidents.Drive on carefully. Have ABS checkedimmediately at a qualified specialistworkshop.Using the forward collision warningUseful informationIf a risk of collision with the vehicle in frontis detected, the forward collision warningalerts the driver both visually and acousti-cally.Driving safely 45>> Safety.Z |
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