This famous starter is starting to falter, so it's time to change it. Do not delay too long if you ever feel it weakening, because if the starter breaks down you will no longer be able to start the famous Smart Crosstown. Here is a little guide to changing your starter and discovering your activity.
What is the starter motor of my Smart Crosstown for?
A starter turns out to be an electric motor inside the engine of the famous Smart Crosstown. It extracts electricity from the battery to be able to launch, and sends the impulse to the motor to ignite. So, if you want to verify that it is a starter malfunction and not a battery problem, we suggest that you read our text on starting problems. Now that you've spotted the malfunction, it's time to get to the heart of the matter.
How do I change the starter on my Smart Crosstown?
Before starting operations, make sure you have the necessary tools. In order to perform such a manipulation you will need a complete toolbox, a jack, a wire brush but also two candles.
Remove the old starter
In order to carry out this manipulation, the most important thing is to really memorize the locations, cables in particular. Do not hesitate to locate them using a marker if that helps you.
- Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery from the famous Smart Crosstown.
- If access to the starter from above is really difficult, we invite you to use the jack stands in order to get there from below.
- Disconnect all of the power supplies that connect to the starter
- Position your jack under the engine when the engine is rocking slightly.
- Remove all fasteners and save the locations
- Remove the starter
- Keep the mounting base, because it will not always be sold with the starter to be mounted
- Rub the pods which can be oxidized using a brush
Attach new starter
Now that you have learned the manipulation, it is almost enough to do the opposite operation.
- Compare the old starter from the famous Smart Crosstown and the brand new one to see if there are any mounting dissimilarities, something that happens from time to time.
- Reposition the starter base in its place
- Install the brand new starter
- Make sure it is perfectly in its base and screw
- Reconnect the wires to the starter
- Reconnect the negative terminal of this battery.
That's it. Today putting a starter on the famous Smart Crosstown is no longer a mystery for you. Have a good trip, and don't hesitate to leave a comment if this file has helped you!