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Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement for Smart Fortwo 450

Model: Smart Smart 450 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Part: Engine oil

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Discover how to replace the engine oil and oil filter of the Smart Fortwo 450 in this video, with simple steps. First, move to the rear of the vehicle and remove the engine oil drain bolt, allowing it to drain into a container for about ten minutes.

Unscrew and remove the oil filter cartridge using a socket spanner; then clean the seat for the new cartridge, ensuring the new seal is correctly fitted. At this point, pour the new engine oil through the filler hole!


Updated on 5 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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