The starter is starting to get temperamental, now is the time to replace it with a new one. Don't let it hang out when you notice it, as if the starter fall in the harbor you will no longer be able to start this smart roadster. You will find below a special file in order to replace its starter and know its principle.
What is the starter for my smart roadster for?
A starter happens to be an electric motor within the engine of this smart roadster. The latter consumes an electrical power of the battery in order to turn, and impulse the motor to ignite. So, if you want to check that it is indeed a starter problem and not a battery problem, we advise you to read our text on starting problems. Now that we've identified the problem, let's get down to business.
How do I change the starter on my smart roadster?
Before starting operations, check that you have the necessary equipment. If you want to perform this procedure you will need a filled toolbox, your jack, your wire brush and a pair of candles.
Remove the old starter
If you wish to perform this action, the most useful will be to properly visualize the locations, for the wires in particular. You can spot them with a marker if you are afraid of forgetting.
- Disconnect the minus terminal from the battery of this smart roadster.
- If ever access to the starter from above is a little too difficult, you can use the jack stands to reach it from below.
- Disconnect all of the power supplies connecting to the starter
- Position your jack under the engine in case it tilts a bit.
- Remove all fixings and memorize the locations
- Remove the starter
- Set aside the mounting bracket, since it is not always sold with the new starter
- Polish the pods which could be oxidized with a brush
Attach new starter
Once the technique has been chosen, it will be approximately sufficient to perform the opposite process.
- Compare the old starter on this smart roadster with the brand new one to see if there are any variations in the mounting system, and this is not unusual.
- Replace the starter support in its place
- Install the new starter
- Make sure it is properly in its holder and screw
- Connect the wires to the starter
- Reattach the negative terminal of your battery.
It is done. Today, reassembling a starter on this smart roadster is no longer a mystery to your eyes. Have a good trip, and you can write a comment if this file has helped you!