This famous starter is starting to get temperamental, so it's time to replace it with a new one. It should not be delayed too long when you notice it, because if the starter no longer works it will be too late to launch the famous smart forfour. Here is a tutorial to replace its starter and discover its action.change-starter-smart-forfour

What is the starter for my smart forfour?

A starter turns out to be an electric motor in the content of the engine of the famous smart forfour. Indeed, it draws an electric power from the battery in order to start, and starts the impulse to the engine so that it ignites. To be sure it is a starter malfunction and not another problem, we suggest you read the file on startup problems. Now that you've identified the issue, we can take action.

How do I change the starter on my smart forfour?

Before starting the tasks, check that you have the necessary tools. If you wish to carry out this operation you will need a filled toolbox, your jack, a wire brush but also two candles.

Remove the old starter

In order to carry out this manipulation, the most important thing will be to properly visualize the locations, cables in particular. You can spot them with a marker if you are afraid of forgetting.

  • Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery from the famous smart forfour.
  • If access to the starter from above is too complicated, you can use the jack stands to reach it from below.
  • Disconnect all power supplies that are connected to the starter
  • Place a jack underneath the engine in case Move up a bit.
  • Remove all the fixings and memorize the locations
  • Remove the starter
  • Set aside the mounting base, since it will not be systematically sold with the new starter
  • Polish the pods which can be oxidized using your brush

Attach new starter

Now that you have chosen the technique, it will almost suffice to carry out the opposite operation.

  • Put in parallel the old starter of the famous smart forfour and the new one so as to discern if there are certain dissimilarities of fixing, thing which happens from time to time.
  • Return the starter base to its position
  • Mount the brand new starter in its place
  • Make sure it is well on its base and screw
  • Re-attach the power supplies to the starter
  • Reattach the negative terminal of your battery.

That's it. Now reassembling a starter on the famous smart forfour has no secrets for your eyes. Good ride, and you can write a comment if you liked our article!