vehicle's high-voltage electrical system are
orange in colour.
Observe the following before carrying out
general work such as replacing a bulb or
checking the coolant level:
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the ignition must be switched off
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the charging cable for charging the high-
voltage battery must not be connected
Automatically switching off the vehi-
cle's high-voltage electrical system
In order to prevent anyone coming into
contact with high voltage, the high-voltage
electrical system is generally switched off
automatically in the following cases:
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the restraint systems are activated in the
event of an accident
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an electrical short circuit is detected in
the vehicle's high-voltage electrical sys-
tem
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an electrical connection in the vehicle's
high-voltage electrical system is discon-
nected
High-voltage battery
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WARNING
In the event of a vehicle fire, the internal
pressure of the high-voltage battery
could exceed a critical value. In this case,
flammable gas escapes through a vent
valve in the vehicle's underbody. The gas
could ignite. There is a risk of injury.
If there is an unusual odour, smoke or
burn marks, stop charging immediately.
Leave the danger area immediately.
Secure the danger area at a suitable dis-
tance.
Call the fire service.
G
WARNING
If the housing of the high-voltage bat-
tery has been damaged, electrolyte and
gases may leak out. These are poisonous
and caustic. There is a risk of injury.
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or
clothing. Immediately rinse electrolyte
splashes off with water and seek medical
attention straight away.
Correct use
If warning stickers are removed, you may
fail to recognise certain dangers. Leave
warning stickers in place.
The following are important sources of
information in regard to vehicle use:
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safety notes in this Owner's Manual
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technical data in this Owner's Manual
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traffic rules and regulations
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laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles
Implied warranty
!
Follow the instructions in this manual
about the proper operation of your vehi-
cle as well as about possible vehicle
damage. Damage to your vehicle that ari-
ses from culpable contraventions against
these instructions is not covered either
by the smart implied warranty or by the
New or Used-Vehicle Warranty.
Information on the REACH Regulation
EU and EFTA countries only:
The REACH Regulation (Regulation (EU) no.
1907/2006, Article 33) provides for an obli-
gation to inform for Substances of Very
High Concern (SVHCs).
Daimler AG acts to the best of its knowledge
to prevent the use of SVHCs, and to enable
the customer to handle these substances
safely. There are SVHCs known to Daimler
AG, according to supplier information and
internal product information, found in
individual components of this vehicle in
quantities of over 0.1 percent by weight.
You can obtain further information at the
following addresses:
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http://www.daimler.com/reach
(German
version)
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http://www.daimler.com/reach/en
(Eng-
lish version)
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