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How to Open the Doors of a Smart Fortwo with a Flat Remote Battery

Model: Smart Smart 451 - Years 2007-2015
Part: Door lock

Here are the instructions to open the doors of the vehicle in case of an emergency with a flat remote battery on a Smart Fortwo. To open the doors, simply insert the physical key into the lock cylinder located under the driver's side door handle, turning it to unlock the doors. Use the same key to start the engine. Then, restore the remote's functionality by opening it and replacing the battery with a new one (with the same specification).

Posted on 5 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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