Remove/install front door - AR72.10-P-0500MCC

2012 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive, 2D CoupeSECTION Remove/install front door - AR72.10-P-0500MCC

MODEL 451.3/4 

Shown on right side of vehicle on model 451.3 

Fig 1: Identifying Front Door Remove/Install Components
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REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
DANGER Risk of injury  caused by fingers being pinched or crushed  when removing, installing or aligning hoods, doors, trunk lids, tailgates or sliding roof. Keep body parts and limbs well clear of moving parts. AS00.00-Z-0011-01A
1 Remove service flap    
2 Remove left and right longitudinal member paneling.   AR88.80-P-6000MCC
3 Partially loosen front CBS (2) to remove left and right door (1).   AR88.00-P-1010-04MCC
4 Mark installation position of left and right door (1) in area of door hinge on A-pillar.    
5 Mark installation position of left and right door (1) in marked areas (arrows) in relation to body with adhesive tape.    
6 Release retainer (4) and disconnect left door separation point (X35/1) or right door separation point (X35/2)    
7 Loosen retaining clip (5) on A-pillar.    
8 Unscrew bolts (3) of upper and lower door hinge on A-pillar, open door (1) and remove with aid of helper. INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Open door (1) a number of times against stop after tightening bolts (3). Then close door (1) and retighten bolts (3). Check door gaps (1); adjust if necessary: ↓  
    Adjust front door AR72.10-P-0550MCC 
    TORQUE SPECIFICATION *BA72.10-P-1002-01H 
9 Install in the reverse order    
FRONT DOOR

Number Designation Model 451.3/4
BA72.10-P-1002-01H Screw for hinge on body Nm 40
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.