Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2009 Smart Fortwo PureFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Section 30 (Substructure (CABRIO))
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Testing & Repair
- Testing and repair work: Smart: Substructure - AR61.00-Z-9451CA
- Remove, install bracket for diagonal struts - AR61.10-P-5138-01MCC
- Unfasten/fasten diagonal struts - AR61.10-P-5138-02MCU
- Remove/install diagonal strut - AR61.10-P-5138MCU
- Remove/install diagonal strut console on longitudinal member - AR61.10-P-5140MCO
- Remove/install diagonal strut console on longitudinal member - AR61.10-P-5140MCP
- Remove tank support - AR61.10-P-5708-01MCC
- Remove tank support - AR61.10-P-5708-01MCD
- Prepare connecting points for tank support on body. - AR61.10-P-5708-02MCC
- Prepare tank support for installation. - AR61.10-P-5708-03MCC
- Install tank support - AR61.10-P-5708-04MCC
- Install tank support - AR61.10-P-5708-04MCD
- Replace tank support - AR61.10-P-5708MCC
- Replace tank support - AR61.10-P-5708MCD
- Replace thread for integral carrier mount - AR61.10-P-6200MCU
- Remove/install bulkhead - AR61.25-P-6600MCU
- Remove/install mounting console for bulkhead on floor - AR61.25-P-6610MCO
- Torque Specifications
- Special Tools
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.