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.
2012 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive, 2D ConvertibleFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Safety Precautions
WARNING:
Risk of death when touching components on vehicles with high-voltage system. In the entire high-voltage system, there are voltages of < 400 volts. Burns, fibrillation of the heart or cardiac arrest due to electric shock may occur upon touching components of the high-voltage system. Persons with electronic implants (e.g. cardiac pacemakers) must never work on high-voltage systems. Improper handling and non-observance of the warning notices may lead to property damage, bodily injury, electric shock or, in extreme cases, cardiac arrest. Assembly/disassembly work on the high-voltage system may only be performed after the vehicle's high-voltage system has been disconnected.
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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.