DIY Smart Car ForTwo Spark Plug Replacement Tutorial

#smartcar #spark plug #DIY
2008 - 2014 Smart Car Spark Plug Replacement Tutorial. Procedure may be similar for other years too.
Materials
(3) spark plugs
NGK LKR7BGP-8 G-Power Platinum Spark Plug (95983 G-Power Platinum), 4 Pack amzn.to/3VJbauO
Crescent 10mm 12 Point Combination Wrench - CCW21 amzn.to/3lDkWMU
SATA 3/8-Inch Drive Quick-Release 72-Tooth Ratchet amzn.to/3eW0eq6
Milwaukee 2457-20 M12 Cordless 3/8" Sub-Compact 35 ft-Lbs 250 RPM Ratchet amzn.to/394iYjl
Milwaukee 48-11-2420 M12 REDLITHIUM 2.0 Compact Battery Pack amzn.to/390eEl2
CRAFTSMAN Shallow Socket, Metric, 3/8-Inch Drive, 10mm, 6-Point amzn.to/3vNR0Sz
ARES 70244 - 4-Piece 3/8-Inch Drive Socket Extension Set - Includes amzn.to/3cP4wge
CRAFTSMAN 5/8" Spark Plug Socket, 3/8-Inch Drive amzn.to/3c88EsB
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[@ColinLeung]

Hey everyone, I was able to upload the remaining videos in this series. Please feel free to check them out! 1. Oil Change kzbin.info/www/bejne/apfLhad-rdGairc​ 2. Transmission Flush kzbin.info/www/bejne/j321pXeJmrWHe6M​ 3. Spark Plugs kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYDHdKWshqiEgLc​ 4. Air Filter kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaC5Zn2Iaqt4r5I​ 5. Valve Cover and Gaskets kzbin.info/www/bejne/j3zLe3uqa82UhJo​ 6. Cabin Filter kzbin.info/www/bejne/f3XEo4B_qNWebdk​ 7. Reset Service Light kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYSlgYqbltdoftE

[@Zeezu70]

Thanks for the how-to video! I guess I may be on the OCD side, but I usually change out each plug one at a time, that way I don't have open exposed spark plug holes that dust and crud can fall into the cylinder by accident.

[@ColinLeung]

Thanks for the comment. That's a great idea. I used to do that, but it was quicker to use the same tool to take them all out at the same time, and it's not very dusty where I work.

[@sergioelvira1805]

Thank you for your video it has been a great help. I have been able to change the spark plugs in my car without being an expert

[@ColinLeung]

Great Sergio! I'm glad you were able to replace the plugs

[@civitec]

Thanks for the vid, just what I need right now 🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@ColinLeung]

You're welcome. Hopefully you were able to change the plugs out

[@Davidnorthcraft]

Thanks for the great video!

[@ColinLeung]

You're welcome!

[@peskycat]

Well done Colin! You’ve helped me greatly with this repair project. 😀

[@ColinLeung]

Hello alpha, I'm glad you were able to replace the spark plugs :)

[@steveborkowski4330]

Very helpful!!!😁😁😁

[@ColinLeung]

Thank you!

[@subiesojourner777]

God job, except you never drop the plugs into the slot. They could tap the entry point and change the gap.

[@ColinLeung]

Thanks for the tip!

[@Marcosboniki]

Thanks for your help

[@Camoboy70]

Very helpful, and you create a great tutorial.. kudos!

[@ColinLeung]

Thanks for the comment!

[@jojomafia3851]

Thanks! 😎👍

[@ColinLeung]

You're welcome :)

[@Marcosboniki]

thanks for your help

[@ColinLeung]

You're welcome, Marcos!

[@connieevans102]

Thanks for the great video it was very informative.

[@ColinLeung]

You're welcome, Connie!

[@DivergentDroid]

I attempted to change my plugs today and found my extension which is over all about 2 and 3/4's inches is too short. Came in a 107 piece Hyper Tough SAE and Metric set. The ratchet touches engine and dip stick. I Thought it was a standard 3 inch extension but I guess it's not.. or Is this size what they call a 3 inch extension? I think a 6 inch would be too long. In any event.. I'm off in the morning to find a proper 3 inch extension and Hope it works. Thanks!

[@ColinLeung]

Sorry to hear that. Let us know if you were able to get the right extension and get the plugs replaced!

[@DivergentDroid]

@@ColinLeung Yep got em changed out. I found I had to use the new 3 inch extension I bought And the 2 and 3/4 inch extension. It's purring like a kitten. Now if only I could make it Roar like a Lion! LOL

[@ColinLeung]

@@DivergentDroid That's great news! I'm glad you were able to replace them.

[@xpresscolourart5531]

Any idea why my car could be so bad mpg 2010 1.0 petrol

[@ColinLeung]

There are a lot of factors that contribute to poor mpg. Tire pressure, heavy throttle, old spark plugs, clogged air filter, old engine oil, valve adjustments off, etc. I'd check the basic and cheap stuff first on the list.

[@dougbrazil5384]

Hi Colin, need some advice on a 2012 smart car. Is there any way to contact you?

[@ColinLeung]

Hello Doug, may I ask what it's regarding? I'm not an expert on this car, but will try to answer your questions. You can respond here, or email me at [e-mail]

[@dougbrazil5384]

@ColinLeung Hey Colin, thanks for getting back to me. I live in the central valley 20 miles north of Fresno and I can't find anyone that will make a key for me. I have a 2012 smart Brabus model and I only have one key, I ordered a blank key from ebay and can't find anyone that will cut it. I've gone to Mercedes and a bunch of shops that make keys but nothing, just wondering if you had any advice? Thanks again.

[@markfiges999]

And there's me thinking all petrol (gas) smarts had 6 spark plugs (2 per cyl) and if you don't change the hard to get at set they burnout exhaust valves.

[@ColinLeung]

I read that 450 and 452 have six sparkplugs. 451 and 453 have 3

[@leolopez7658]

I managed to do it on my 2009 but on my 2011 there’s a hose blocking the right spark plug.

[@ColinLeung]

Thanks for sharing your experience! Were you able to move the hose on the 2011?

[@leolopez7658]

@@ColinLeung yea I did but now I have to go back and do the gaskets

[@Stefan-rr5ds]

niemals die Zündkerze in den Schacht fallen lassen! es könnte die Außenelektrode verbiegen(never let the spark plug fall into the shaft! it could bend the outer electrode

[@ColinLeung]

Thanks for the advice!