How to Replace a Smart Car Engine

Tools and Materials

• New Smart car engine
• Engine hoist
• Socket wrench set
• Torx wrench set
• Allen wrench set
• Flathead screwdriver
• Phillips head screwdriver
• Hammer
• Punch
• Oil filter wrench
• Funnel
• New oil and filter
• Coolant
• Safety glasses
• Gloves

Safety Precautions

• Park the car on a level surface.
• Engage the parking brake.
• Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery.
• Allow the engine to cool down completely.
• Wear safety glasses and gloves.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Remove the front bumper

1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the four bolts that secure the front bumper to the body of the car.
3. Carefully pull the bumper off of the car.

2. Remove the radiator

1. Disconnect the radiator hoses from the engine.
2. Remove the bolts that secure the radiator to the car.
3. Lift the radiator out of the car.

3. Remove the fan and shroud

1. Disconnect the fan electrical connector.
2. Remove the bolts that secure the fan and shroud to the engine.
3. Lift the fan and shroud out of the car.

4. Remove the alternator

1. Disconnect the alternator electrical connector.
2. Remove the bolts that secure the alternator to the engine.
3. Lift the alternator out of the car.

5. Remove the starter

1. Disconnect the starter electrical connector.
2. Remove the bolts that secure the starter to the engine.
3. Lift the starter out of the car.

6. Remove the transmission

1. Disconnect the transmission electrical connectors.
2. Remove the bolts that secure the transmission to the engine.
3. Lower the transmission out of the car.

7. Remove the engine

1. Attach the engine hoist to the engine.
2. Remove the bolts that secure the engine to the car.
3. Lift the engine out of the car.

8. Install the new engine

1. Lower the new engine into the car.
2. Install the bolts that secure the engine to the car.
3. Remove the engine hoist.

9. Install the transmission

1. Lift the transmission into the car.
2. Install the bolts that secure the transmission to the engine.
3. Connect the transmission electrical connectors.

10. Install the starter

1. Lift the starter into the car.
2. Install the bolts that secure the starter to the engine.
3. Connect the starter electrical connector.

11. Install the alternator

1. Lift the alternator into the car.
2. Install the bolts that secure the alternator to the engine.
3. Connect the alternator electrical connector.

12. Install the fan and shroud

1. Lift the fan and shroud into the car.
2. Install the bolts that secure the fan and shroud to the engine.
3. Connect the fan electrical connector.

13. Install the radiator

1. Lift the radiator into the car.
2. Install the bolts that secure the radiator to the car.
3. Connect the radiator hoses to the engine.

14. Install the front bumper

1. Carefully position the front bumper on the car.
2. Install the four bolts that secure the front bumper to the body of the car.
3. Close the hood.

15. Fill the fluids

1. Add new oil to the engine.
2. Add new coolant to the radiator.

16. Reconnect the battery

1. Connect the negative terminal of the battery.

17. Start the engine

1. Start the engine and check for any leaks.
2. If there are no leaks, let the engine run for a few minutes.
3. Turn off the engine and check the fluid levels again.
4. If the fluid levels are correct, the engine replacement is complete.

Tips

• If you are not comfortable replacing the engine yourself, it is best to take the car to a mechanic.
• Be sure to follow the instructions carefully and take your time.
• If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask for help.

Conclusion

Replacing a Smart car engine is a challenging but rewarding task. By following the steps in this guide, you can save yourself a lot of money and get your car back on the road in no time.