Smart ForTwo 451 MHD will not start

[Woz]

Hello All,

I have a 2009 Smart ForTwo MHD that will not start. On turning the key I hear the starter motor clicking, I have external lights and internal cabin lights so there are some electrics, but the dash is dead - no LCD display and no warning lights. We tried a jump start but made no difference. Thanks in advance for your ideas on possible causes.

[Thrumbleux]

Do you mean you hear the starter motor solenoid clicking but the engine not turning over?
When you have that happening, what are the lights on dash doing? Do they dim?

[Bruce_UK]

Have you checked the fuse for the instrument cluster, I think it's number 12 ? Checked the battery voltage ? Once you get the dash lights back on you may see what issues are displayed, 3 bars, EML light etc..

[Zuldoon]

The MHD doesn't have a starter solenoid and motor, it has a starter/alternator. The clicking may be the starter/alt trying to turn but without enough battery power. Charge or replace battery.