Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

How to Start a Smart with a Flat Battery

Model: Smart Smart 450 - Years 1998-2007
Part: Battery

If the battery is flat to the point that it does not allow the starter motor to turn over, even if the vehicle has an automatic gearbox, it is possible to push start it; therefore, turn on the ignition, press the brake pedal, shift the gear lever into drive mode and press the side button to activate manual mode, fully depress the accelerator pedal and keep the gear lever pushed forward as if you want to engage second gear; at this point, with the gear lever and accelerator pedal pressed, release the brake pedal and have someone push you to allow the engine to start.

Updated on 20 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

Video tutorial

Related tutorials

How to Open the Doors of a Smart Fortwo with a Flat Remote Battery
How to Open the Doors of a Smart Fortwo with a Flat Remote Battery
Smart (2007-2015 / 451) 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, s…
Starting a Smart with a Flat Battery
Starting a Smart with a Flat Battery
Smart (2007-2015 / 451) Today, you will start a Smart 451 with a flat battery. Enter the vehicle from the passenger side, lift the carpet under the mat to locate the battery…
How to Replace the Key Battery of a Smart Fortwo
How to Replace the Key Battery of a Smart Fortwo
Smart (2007-2015 / 451) How to replace the key battery of a Smart Fortwo? Follow these steps: take your ignition key and use a screwdriver to lever between the two plastic h…

Other guides you may be interested in

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • Smart 2014-2022 - Where is the battery on the Smart 453? Read answer

How to Replace the External Wing Mirror on a Ford C MAX

In the event of a breakage, it will be necessary to replace the external wing mirror on the 2011 Ford C MAX. This operation is easily performed independently. Start by removing the internal cover of the mirror with a plastic lever. Then, use a socket wrench to remove the securing pins. Once the pins are removed, you can take off the mirror, but not before disconnecting the power connectors. Then proceed to fit the new mirror. First, connect the connectors and then secure the mirror to its housing with the pins. Refit the plastic cover and test the operation of the electric mirror using the controls.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos