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How to Start the Smart?

Model: Smart Smart 450 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
Part: Checks and maintenance

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To start the Smart, you must insert the ignition key into the ignition barrel. However, this is not located to the right of the steering column as in most cars.

On this model, the ignition barrel is positioned on the centre console immediately behind the gear selector: once this is in the N position, you can insert the key into the barrel and turn it to position 2. This will start the car, and you can turn the key back to switch it off.


Updated on 3 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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