2022 Smart Fortwo Alarm System Setup Guide
The Smart Fortwo 2022 is more than simply a car; it’s a painstakingly built fortress on wheels, protecting not only your adventures but also your peace of mind. An advanced alarm system, a vigilant guardian ready to defend your car from unwanted access and potential dangers, is at the heart of its security features. In a world where security is vital, the Smart Fortwo’s alarm system stands guard, ensuring your vehicle stays a secure haven in any situation.
Alarm System
Priming and deactivating the anti-theft alarm system
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 and animals unattended in the vehicle. Keep the keys out of the reach of children.
- Press the button on the key.
The turn signals flash twice.
Priming and deactivating the anti-theft alarm system
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The immobiliser prevents the vehicle from being started without the correct key. It is switched on and off automatically.
The anti-theft alarm system triggers a visual and audible alarm if a door, the tailgate or the service cover is opened.
The alarm is not switched off, even if, for example, you close the open door that has triggered it.
Priming
- Close the doors.
- Close the tailgate.
- Close the service cover.
- Press the
button on the key. The alarm system is primed after approximately 30 seconds.
Deactivating and switching off the alarm
- Press the
button on the key.
Overview of the on-board computer
Please note
WARNING
Operating the integrated information systems and communications equipment in the vehicle while driving will distract you from traffic conditions. You could then lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Only operate these devices if road traffic conditions permit. If you are unsure about the surrounding conditions, pull over to a safe location and make entries only while the vehicle is stationary.
WARNING
If the instrument cluster has failed or mal-functioned, you may not recognise function restrictions relevant to safety. The operating safety of your vehicle may be impaired. There is a risk of an accident.
Drive on carefully. Have the vehicle checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
If the operating safety of your vehicle is impaired, you must park the vehicle safely as soon as possible. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Display messages and displays in the instrument cluster are only shown for certain systems. Vehicle owners and drivers are responsible for ensuring that the vehicle is operating safely. A vehicle which is not operating safely can cause an accident.
The display shows the outside temperature on the far right in the header. Drivers must pay special attention to road conditions when temperatures are around freezing point. Changes in the outside temperature are displayed after a short delay.
After opening the door, the on-board computer is activated for approximately 15 minutes. To permanently activate the on-board computer, the ignition must be switched on.
Monochrome display overview
- Time
- Vehicles with automatic transmission:
- drive program
- Vehicles with automatic transmission: gearshift recommendation
- Transmission display
- A Lane Keeping Assist indicator lamp
- Outside temperature display and black ice warning
- Trip meter, current fuel consumption, service display
- Tyre pressure monitor
- Fuel gauge
- eco score display, reserve fuel display G Brake lamp failure warning lamp
- Total distance recorder
- Cruise control, limiter
- When the vehicle is stationary or up to a speed of approximately 5 km/h, the display shows the current fuel consumption as a numerical value in l/h.
Colour display overview
- Time
- Lane Keeping Assist indicator lamp
- Digital speedometer
- Outside temperature display with black ice Warning
- Display field for display messages, menus and lists
- Reserve fuel display
- Fuel gauge
- Transmission display
- Cruise control, limiter
Calling up displays
Calling up displays (monochrome display)
- Monochrome display
- Buttons on the multifunction lever
- Briefly press the button on the multifunction lever to scroll forward at menu level.
- Press and hold the ´ button on the multifunction level to directly call up the trip meter.
- Press and hold a on the multifunction
- lever to reset the values.
- The following displays can be called up one after another:
- Trip meter
- Current fuel consumption
- Service due date
- Setting the time
- Restarts the tyre pressure monitor
FAQs
Lock the car with the key fob to activate the alarm. The alarm will be activated automatically.
No, you can only disarm the alarm system by unlocking the car using the key fob.
Attempts to force open the doors or trunk, unauthorized entry into the car, or any impact detected while the alarm is armed will set off the alert.
Adjusting the sensitivity of a factory-installed alarm system is not always possible.
If the alarm is mistakenly triggered, you can deactivate it by unlocking the vehicle with the key fob. If it continues to activate for no apparent reason, get it inspected by a technician.
Yes, most key fobs feature a panic button. The panic alarm is activated by pressing and holding it for a few seconds.
Unfortunately, because it is a normal feature on the key fob, the panic alarm function cannot be disabled.
Yes, opening the hood or trunk when the alarm is set will set it off.
Although an aftermarket alarm system can be installed, it is recommended that you check with a professional to guarantee compatibility and proper installation.
After locking the car with the key fob, try to open the door from the inside or outside. This should set off the alert. Remember to have the key fob ready when you want to disable it.
The alarm sound and loudness are usually pre-programmed and cannot be changed by the user.
When the automobile is not in use, the alarm system is designed to require relatively little power, so it should not considerably drain the battery.
Yes, after the alarm has been triggered, it will automatically reset once the cause of the triggering has been rectified and the vehicle has been locked and left undisturbed for a brief amount of time.
If you suspect a problem, contact your Smart dealer or a qualified technician to diagnose and repair the problem.
To improve security, the alarm system is usually connected with the car’s immobilizer.
Useful Link
View Full PDF: Smart Fortwo 2022 User Manual | Auto User Guide
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