DIY Smart Car ForTwo Transmission Fluid Replacement Tutorial

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2008 - 2014 Smart Car Transmission Fluid Replacement Tutorial. Procedure may be similar for other years too.
Materials
3 QTS 75W-90 Manual Transmission Gear Oil
Red Line (50304 MT-90 75W-90 GL-4 Manual Transmission Gear Oil - 15 oz.
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Mobil 1 104361-UNIT 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube - 1 Quart amzn.to/3vKW0aI
Slippery Pete Fluid Pump for Quart Bottles - Transfer Gear Oil, Transmission and Differential Fluid with This 5cc Hand Pump (1) amzn.to/3vX3nfs
ATD Tools 5184 Black Drain Pan - 4-1/2 Gallon Capacity amzn.to/3r3acYZ
Rollerflex Food Grade Crystal Clear Vinyl Tubing, 1/2-Inch ID x 5/8-Inch OD amzn.to/3vPaqqc
SATA 1/2-Inch Drive Quick-Release 72-Tooth Ratchet with an Oval Head, Full-Polished Chrome Finish - ST13971U amzn.to/3vMEAuo
EPAUTO 1/2-Inch Drive by 24" Length Breaker Bar, CR-V Steel amzn.to/3tGvxJx
TEKTON 1/2 Inch Drive x 8 mm Hex Bit Socket | SHB23208 amzn.to/3cV2KtT
Check out the other videos in this series
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2. Transmission Flush • DIY Smart Car ForTwo T...
3. Spark Plugs • DIY Smart Car ForTwo S...
4. Air Filter • DIY Smart Car ForTwo A...
5. Valve Cover and Gaskets • DIY Smart Car ForTwo V...
6. Cabin Filter • DIY Smart Car ForTwo C...
7. Reset Service Light • DIY Smart Car ForTwo R...

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@ColinLeung 3 жыл бұрын

Hey everyone, I was able to upload the remaining videos in this series. Please feel free to check them out! 1. Oil Change kzfaq.info/get/bejne/asyYh9d53dLLhIk.html 2. Transmission Flush kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7KCp6eEyra4dXU.html 3. Spark Plugs kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ebWUdtWntqm1eok.html 4. Air Filter kzfaq.info/get/bejne/adWGaK2DmqypqWQ.html 5. Valve Cover and Gaskets kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7GYfaulm87Ffmw.html 6. Cabin Filter kzfaq.info/get/bejne/f6qRpbB62NbPZ6s.html 7. Reset Service Light kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bblyg7qWxtiZeKM.html

@cesar20202 10 ай бұрын

Hello, by chance do you know why the first gear goes very hard twice?

@ColinLeung 10 ай бұрын

Hello, I do not recall having that issue on my smartcar. I'd suggest bringing it to a mechanic to verify@@cesar20202

@michaeljones633 9 ай бұрын

I changed out the oils as on your clip. Now my engine light is on, and it jerks a bit while shifting to higher gears Any input on that ?

@michaeljones633 9 ай бұрын

I followed your clip step by step. Now engine light is on plus it jerks a bit? Is it possible I have TOO much fluid in it ?. I'll take to to a auto zone for the codes in the morning

@ColinLeung 9 ай бұрын

@@michaeljones633 Excess fluid should have dripped out of the fill hole, and should not cause it to jerk. It almost sounds like there isn't enough fluid, or one of the empty or fill bolts was not tightened. Are you able to see if it's leaking? Scanning the code would provide the most accurate information as the issue may be from something else.

@Skiebuddy 2 жыл бұрын

Your video encourage me to have a go and as explained in your video it was so easy. I did it myself. The shop wanted $170 and I bought the better oil and pump for $53. A great saving. Thanks again for sharing your videos.

@ColinLeung 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you were able to do it yourself, and save money! Thanks for the comment, David!

@gregoryangansr4380 2 ай бұрын

Great tutorial on changing the transmission fluid 🙌. Thank you.

@ColinLeung 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, and you're welcome :)

@awefultiger 3 жыл бұрын

Very clear instructions, thanks!

@ColinLeung 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome :)

@oldtimerman59 2 жыл бұрын

brilliant video , thanks from Australia

@ColinLeung 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@gilbertovaz9171 4 ай бұрын

Love your channel you are very informative and I love the step by step tutorials very helpful

@ColinLeung 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for the encouraging comment, Gilbert. Have a wonderful day!

@ricardoalvarez7599 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much man I appreciate ur videos !

@ColinLeung 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. I'm glad you find them useful!

@georgeskinarakais9910 2 ай бұрын

Thanks man great video

@ColinLeung 2 ай бұрын

You're welcome

@marcusnievakempe809 Жыл бұрын

1,7L 75w90 gear gl4 sintetico

@Marcosboniki 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this help.

@ColinLeung 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Marcos!

@loufrank2518 2 жыл бұрын

great advice thanks

@ColinLeung 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@jerrysilva5329 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 4 the video

@ColinLeung 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Jerry!

@rayservin01 2 жыл бұрын

Helo , I have a 2009 smart fortwo 451 I have to replace the speed censor, any tips that can help me do the job myself?? Thanks

@ByrdsRebuilds 2 жыл бұрын

Great video

@ColinLeung 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@royerukan5760 6 ай бұрын

Excelente!!

@ColinLeung 6 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@bobdobbs420 10 ай бұрын

I used this video as a guide to changing mine today. Unlike other smartie maintenance/repairs this wasn't actually that annoying. Most of the fear came from stripping the bolts because they are not great quality. Glad I changed it though. What came out was nasty.

@ColinLeung 10 ай бұрын

I'm glad you were able to replace the fluid. Hopefully it shifts smoother now.

@bobdobbs420 10 ай бұрын

@@ColinLeung It does actually. Your KZfaq video allowed me to avoid a car payment for awhile more and for that I am truly grateful.

@ColinLeung 10 ай бұрын

You're welcome!@@bobdobbs420

@jeffstangl1471 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks much

@ColinLeung 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Jeff!

@arctic004 2 жыл бұрын

Nice quality

@ColinLeung 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@leolopez7658 2 жыл бұрын

Super easy I hope it goes well for me i own two of them one with 82k and the other has 55k fingers crossed.

@ColinLeung 2 жыл бұрын

Let us know how it goes. Leo!

@ffhjvbuydb78eb Жыл бұрын

How often should you change the fluid?

@DivergentDroid 3 жыл бұрын

Do you manually shift your Smart Fortwo for better performance instead of using the auto clutch? If so, how do you find getting used to it's type of manual gearing as opposed to a regular clutch manual transmission? Also, do you switch gears when the arrow on the dash tells you or do you just get a feel for it by the revs and sound like you normally would do? I'm about to try it for the first time, not having driven a standard in years. My car has no tachometer on the dash.

@ColinLeung 3 жыл бұрын

I did a mix of auto and manual shifting depending on where I was driving. I left it on auto when I felt lazy to shift in the city and highway. It felt different than a manual because you cannot control how long or smooth the clutch engages without a clutch pedal. I shifted based on the sound of the engine. I did add an obd 2 scanguage that told me the rpms, but ended up not using it often.

@cambelfuk3836 3 жыл бұрын

Oh.good

@elisawoods630 Жыл бұрын

I noticed your air bag light is on too! Is the dealership the only place to get it reset? Great video. Had mine done today 🙏🙌

@ColinLeung Жыл бұрын

Hello Elisa, I read that you can either take it to the dealer, or buy a special scanner to reset it like the Foxwell NT630. Whether it works or not, I don't know. Thanks! amzn.to/3NmTuBe

@madpuri 5 ай бұрын

Hi @ColinLeung - was the car flashing wrench icon on the dashboard before oil change as well? or did it start complaining to reset after you did the oil change after its computer figuring the oil change? I know this is was an old video so only if you remember :)

@ColinLeung 5 ай бұрын

If I recall it's scheduled to show up every x amount of miles. I don't think the computer is smart enough to know the oil was changed.

@josedominguez2021 8 ай бұрын

Me llegás.... Gracias. Thanks....

@ColinLeung 8 ай бұрын

De nada

@Vatierville 3 жыл бұрын

Would a transmission fluid slight leak be difficult to fix would it just be replacing a seal?

@ColinLeung 3 жыл бұрын

It might be easy, but it depends where it's leaking from.

@Zeezu70 Жыл бұрын

Hi, the Red Line MT-90 is a GL-4, does the trans oils spec require GL-4? That link of fluid specs did not specify GL-4 or 5. Thnx

@ColinLeung Жыл бұрын

I don't think it requires GL4/5. Some other trans oils suggested on the forums are: Specification (Castrol Manual**) BOT328, 75W-90 API GL4 smart P/N #A 001 989 51 03 10 Mobil Delvac Synthetic gear oil 75W-90 Mobil 1 Synthetic Gear Lube LS 75W-90"

@primelegend9704 Жыл бұрын

Ok, so the fill bolt on my 09 Smart ForTwo got stripped (the hex has rounded off on the inside), And I can not find a replacement bolt for it :( any help with finding one is appreciated... thanks

@ColinLeung Жыл бұрын

Hello Prime, I couldn't find the transmission parts diagram online. I'd suggest calling a Smart dealer and asking them... Sorry I couldn't give you a link to the product.

@vvs982 Жыл бұрын

2 years later first time seeing April 24 2023

@James-bs3wh Ай бұрын

Hi there you didn't mention what size torx for the drain plug 😊

@ColinLeung Ай бұрын

Sorry if I didn't mention it in the video, but it's listed in the descrption. TEKTON 1/2 Inch Drive x 8 mm Hex Bit Socket | SHB23208 amzn.to/3cV2KtT

@ManuelM2024 2 ай бұрын

Hey guys I have a smart for two passion model 2013,is this the right trans oil to use,it is a automatic?

@ColinLeung 2 ай бұрын

I read that 2008 to 2014 models are the same. This would be for automatics.

@Chinoluis29 2 ай бұрын

My question is why you have two diff. Brands is it it just for show or you drained and flush twice?????

@ColinLeung 2 ай бұрын

To show different brands. I had the Mobil 1 from a previous car, but didn't have enough. It was cheaper to buy the Redline fluid, and I did not want to mix brands. Thanks for the question.

@alexfiterau4445 Жыл бұрын

Can you send me please a link to buy mobile 1 gearbox oil and wich quantities?? Thanks

@ColinLeung Жыл бұрын

Mobil 1 104361-UNIT 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube - 1 Quart amzn.to/3vKW0aI You'll need 3 qts

@primelegend9704 Жыл бұрын

Hi, quick question, does the transmission fluid has to be Synthetic 75w90 or can i use conventional one like 'Valvoline High Performance 75W90 Gear Oil'? Thanks

@ColinLeung Жыл бұрын

Based on this website it doesn't specify that it needs to be synthetic. cararac.com/gear_oil/smart/fortwo.html

@primelegend9704 Жыл бұрын

@@ColinLeung Thank you

@Nick2JZ Жыл бұрын

Hi, that is weird.....the site doesn't list the Oil Type for my 453 ( DCT transmission) I saw for 451 is 75w-90. Thanks

@ColinLeung Жыл бұрын

@@Nick2JZ I responded to your other comment regarding 453 oil.

@Shondierose 25 күн бұрын

Mine wouldn't reset it showed -999

@rsjon93 Жыл бұрын

What kind of transmission do you have there? It doesn’t look like my 5 gear autmated gearbox…

@rsjon93 Жыл бұрын

Or is it a 453 smart? Your dashboard looks like 451

@ColinLeung Жыл бұрын

@@rsjon93 This is a 451. It's the standard "automatic" transmission. www.smart-stuff.parts/451-auto-transmission

@sacbiomedica3527 8 ай бұрын

Hello, can you use the GL5? Mobil

@ColinLeung 7 ай бұрын

I read online that you can use GL5, it's not recommended. GL4 is preferred.

@sneezy_wrx 11 ай бұрын

Thanks how often do you the transmission fluid evilution saying around 50,000 mine is around 33,000

@ColinLeung 11 ай бұрын

Hello, I read that it's 50k for manual transmissions, and 25-30k for automatics.

@sneezy_wrx 11 ай бұрын

@ColinLeung awesome. I guess its time to do everything while I'm back there haha

@ColinLeung 11 ай бұрын

@@sneezy_wrx Sounds good. Let me know how it goes

@Nick2JZ Жыл бұрын

Hi, anyone happen to know Transmission Fluid (auto) for 453? Thanks!

@ColinLeung Жыл бұрын

Hello Nick, this website says the 453 Auto fluid is MB235.73, or 75W. Castrol Syntrans FE 75W is approved. www.evilution.co.uk/mod/gearbox-fluid-specs.htm www.smartcarofamerica.com/threads/453-differential-gear-oil.156995/ Here's the procedure www.evilution.co.uk/mod/453-gearbox-fluid-change.htm

@Nick2JZ Жыл бұрын

@@ColinLeung thanks a million sir!

@chenghuapang7504 Жыл бұрын

how often this needs to be done? im hoping never have to do it

@ColinLeung Жыл бұрын

They suggest every 60-100k miles

@michaeljones633 9 ай бұрын

@michaeljones633 33 minutes ago I changed out the oils as on your clip. Now my engine light is on, and it jerks a bit while shifting to higher gears Any input on that ?

@ColinLeung 9 ай бұрын

Is it a check engine light? I'd suggest using an OBD2 reader to see what code it is. Did you replace the transmission fluid, or engine oil?

@michaeljones633 9 ай бұрын

I followed your clip step by step. Now engine light is on plus it jerks a bit? Is it possible I have TOO much fluid in it ?

@michaeljones633 9 ай бұрын

Colin !! Code came back. .. p0301 . I have a misfire on cylinder #1. Just odd how that would show up after a transmission fluid change @@ColinLeung

@ColinLeung 9 ай бұрын

I'm glad you figured it out and it's unrelated to the transmission flush, but I'm sorry you have a misfire. @@michaeljones633

@michaeljones633 9 ай бұрын

@@ColinLeung Im hoping it's just a spark plug issue

@cowboyup545 2 жыл бұрын

Why NOT keep your drain pan close by until your loosing the bolt??. Noticed you did that in the oil change video's also. Other than That GREAT VIDEOS.

@ColinLeung 2 жыл бұрын

Personal preference? You can do it either way. Thanks for the comment!

@bobbyfischetti1630 8 ай бұрын

Is there a dip stick for the transmission

@ColinLeung 8 ай бұрын

According to this post there is no transmission dip stick. www.smartcarofamerica.com/threads/hi-and-how-do-i-transmission-fluid-level.43993/

@bobbyfischetti1630 8 ай бұрын

So how do you check the transmission fluid? I

@ColinLeung 8 ай бұрын

@@bobbyfischetti1630 You'd have to open the top fill bolt, and feel if the fluid is low...

@user-ft8dp6wp9j 2 жыл бұрын

Smart 451 Gearbox oil original capacity 1.7L; smart 450 gearbox 1.4L

@ColinLeung 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@user-ft8dp6wp9j 2 жыл бұрын

@@ColinLeung Not at all

@DivergentDroid 3 жыл бұрын

Just got a 2008 Fortwo Passion. I have no history on the car. The back door says Electric Drive which they didn't make in 2008 so I think someone replaced a lot of stuff on the car. Back of the owners manual a hand written note says oil and filter was changed in march of 2015. It's got 77K miles on it so I'm thinking I need to just change everything I can maintenance wise. I subbed because you have a current active Smart Car channel and hopefully I can pick your brain if I have trouble with this stuff. LOL Thanks. I see you are a Christian and you do ebikes so even better! I have a 48v front hub 1000W ebike. I should talk to you about Biblical Cosmology sometime.

@ColinLeung 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. Yes, I can try to answer any smart questions you have. I sold the car a few years ago, but can see if I remember anything.

@DivergentDroid 3 жыл бұрын

@@ColinLeung Oh I see, these are videos you made a few years ago. Would you happened to know someone who repairs the soft top on youtube? I need to rebuild mine and a shop wants 2400 dollars. That's more than I paid for the car. LOL

@ColinLeung 3 жыл бұрын

@@DivergentDroid I did a quick search and found this kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gJeHg8-C3dmsnYE.html

@kpse6855 3 ай бұрын

Arf Dexron 3 ?! No ?

@ColinLeung 3 ай бұрын

I read on this forum that any GL-4 75W-90 fluid will work. www.smartcarofamerica.com/threads/transmission-fluid-for-2008-smart-car.158777/

@peterpatryck3140 Жыл бұрын

How much oil u need?

@ColinLeung Жыл бұрын

3 QTS 75W-90 Manual Transmission Gear Oil

@joemachines Жыл бұрын

Why not dextron 3

@ColinLeung Жыл бұрын

I'm not sure if it's compatible. I only suggested the products recommended by Smart. Thanks

@stevebuss69 Жыл бұрын

Seems like u don't need a pump ?? Just a funnel with a hose attached would do the same ... right ? ... Plus then u can use it as a beer bong after .. or vice versa 🤣

@ColinLeung Жыл бұрын

Yes, you can use a funnel with a hose. I had a pump laying around, and used that instead.

@000emilyrose 10 ай бұрын

Are you in the Bay Area?

@ColinLeung 10 ай бұрын

Yes, I'm by SFO.

@brianthurlborn1275 3 жыл бұрын

You don't mention the Torque figure , just tighten it up !!! Ummmmmm !!

@ColinLeung 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. I put a text overlay with the torque value of 43 N-m, or 32 ft-lbs at 3:39.

@cowboyup545 2 жыл бұрын

Don't have a torque wrench just tighten it very snug.

@Skiebuddy 2 жыл бұрын

@conmanumber1246 2 жыл бұрын

Amsoil both trans and engine will help these vehicles last a lot longer and increase drain cycles plus improve performance too David. Also pays to use a fuel system cleaner every 4 tanks.

@Sea2Skyward 2 жыл бұрын

@@conmanumber1246 what fuel system cleaner you recommend