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Smart E.R.
United Kingdom
Приєднався 21 тра 2014
Smart E.R. is a channel dedicated to everything Smart Car related. Reviews,. I now have a Smart 453 (ForFour) and am slowly working my way through content to compliment the 451 stuff.
If you are thinking of buying a Smart For Two or ForFour, or have one and want to learn how to get the most out of it. this is the go to place.
If you are thinking of buying a Smart For Two or ForFour, or have one and want to learn how to get the most out of it. this is the go to place.
I bought an Arm Rest from Ali Express - is it any good?
Hi all, I wanted additional storage and an armrest. I had bought one before from Ali Express to put in the Manual Smart ForFour. So thoughts Id get another .
Arm Rest Link
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Arm Rest Link
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Відео
5 things I love/Hate about Smart Car Ownership
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Just a little video of the things that annoy me and that I love owning Smart car of almost 10 years
How to Change a Smart Car Number Plate Bulb (453)
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Hi everyone, another simple and quick video showing you how to change a Smart Car Number Plate lamp (bulb) . Regards Gareth
How To Change a Smart Car Head Lamp Bulb Quickly & Easily
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Hi all, I spent a lot of time and effort trying to get clear and defined video of this tricky little job. I hope you find it useful!
How To Change A Smart Car Serpentine Belt/Accessory Belt/V-Belt
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Hi all, This has been a long time coming and one of two videos I did this weekend (the second due out tomorrow evening) The serpentine belt or otherwise known as Accessory Belt or even VBelt is the one that drives the Air Con compressor and the Alternator etc... This video is how I did it and tried to make it as easy as possible.. with patience and some time and tools you can do it too.
Pushchair and Baby Car seat in Smart Car!!
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Pushchair and Baby Car seat in Smart Car!!
How To Fix Key Stuck In a Smart Car 453
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How To Fix Key Stuck In a Smart Car 453
How to repair your flick blade Key Fob (Smart 453 - Fortwo/Forfour)
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How to repair your flick blade Key Fob (Smart 453 - Fortwo/Forfour)
Does my Smart Car Have a Failed Head Gasket?
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Does my Smart Car Have a Failed Head Gasket?
How To Clean your Smart Car Engine bay (453 newer shape)
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How To Clean your Smart Car Engine bay (453 newer shape)
How To Switch Off Your Smart Car Stop Start Feature For Good!
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How To Switch Off Your Smart Car Stop Start Feature For Good!
How To Change your Smart Car (453) Front & Rear Wiper Blades in 10 mins
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How To Change your Smart Car (453) Front & Rear Wiper Blades in 10 mins
How To Change Your Number Plate Light
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How To Change Your Number Plate Light
How To Change a Smart Car (forfour/fortwo) Front Brake Discs and pads
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How To Change a Smart Car (forfour/fortwo) Front Brake Discs and pads
Where is a Smart Car Battery (453 models)
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Where is a Smart Car Battery (453 models)
How to change a Smart cars spark plugs
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How to change a Smart cars spark plugs
How To Change your Smart Car Oil and Filter (453) Fortwo or Fourfour
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How To Change your Smart Car Oil and Filter (453) Fortwo or Fourfour
How to Reset a Smart Car service light In under 2 Minutes
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How to Reset a Smart Car service light In under 2 Minutes
How To Fix Sat Nav issues In Smart Car
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How To Fix Sat Nav issues In Smart Car
How to Smarten up your Car's rear brake drums
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How to Smarten up your Car's rear brake drums
Stop Start On a Smart Car - Is It Any Good?
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Stop Start On a Smart Car - Is It Any Good?
How To Reset Your Smart Car Tyre Pressure Warning Notification
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How To Reset Your Smart Car Tyre Pressure Warning Notification
How To Change A Smart Car Pollen/Cabin Filter (453)
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How To Change A Smart Car Pollen/Cabin Filter (453)
Smart Car Arm Rest Unboxing From Ali Express
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Smart Car Arm Rest Unboxing From Ali Express
How To Arrange The Apps On Your Smart Car Media Centre Home Screen
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How To Arrange The Apps On Your Smart Car Media Centre Home Screen
Where is the Smart Car Fuse Box? (453) Fortwo & ForFour
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Where is the Smart Car Fuse Box? (453) Fortwo & ForFour
They're Torx 25 for anybody wondering.
They're Torx 25 for anybody wondering.
So those foam pads you stick on the cup holder part of the armrest and shove it in. They should fill the gap and remove wobble
@@nizamahmed5073 ahhhhhhh makes sense …. Does the foam material not eventually become less abrasive and the same lack of rigidity in place happen? Thanks for this 😃
Not really since the foam just takes up the shape and isn't getting bothered really. Your not taking the armrest in and out alot
Thanks Smart ER for your channel on all Smart Car Life. I have a 2018 Passion, I used to have a 2008 Brabus. The Passion is amazingly just as fast I really enjoy driving her. Just bought an arm rest from Amazon all good nice to rest your arm it makes you feel more relaxed. 😊
@@sarahholland667 thank you for your kind words Sarah. There really isn’t a great deal between a bra us and a .9turbo unless they are tuned by a separate company. The only smart I have not owned is a roadster. And it would have to be a Brabus finale edition £9k minimum if you can find one
Got same one on ebay a while back and has been a good purchase for between £25-£30
@@golfer4713 yes. Great price and serves the purpose well to be fair
Thanks for a clear explanation my local garrage failed Mot because of a front headlight bulb out.They said they are hard to change and that all the front has to come off.They wanted me to book it in and it would cost £100 I thought I would try to do it myself.I did it in a few minutes thanks for the vid.And had the mot done told them at the garrage how simple it was.Wont be going there again.
@@brianroberts4795 thanks for the positive comments Brian. This is exactly the reason I started this channel. It happened to me too at Halfords. Most garages hate working in these cars. Because they don’t know them. If you haven’t already done so, I would really appreciate if you would subscribe to the channel. I am aiming for 10k subscribers by the end of this year. Thanks again for the positive vibes. I also did a video recently on how to do basic MOT checks (for next year) 😉
Subscribed thanks once again
@ bless ya! Thanks Brian. Appreciate it!
Hi I have a 453 and what would you suggest to replace the head unit with? I want to have car play and a better nav system
@@dancehallsurgery do you have a satnav screen Tom Tom radio or the basic one
@ mine says TomTom services with a purple round logo with the word Live
@ ok. There are some “cheap” units on Ali express but for a decent replacement that can be coded to the steering wheel buttons it’s a minimum of about £280 with a Phillips unit last time I looked
@ thanks that’s great
Any chance you use an android phone?
@@nizamahmed5073 apologies I do not.
@@smarte.r.1450 i see as android auto is possible on the headunit and unlocks loads on it of course, carplay unfortunately not :(
Thank you for sharing, I purchased first 453 Smartforfour 2018 Auto in October last year, now starting to worry about the issue of car MOT later, hope to recommend in Manchester's workshop inspection, thank you so much 🙏
@@user-tg5pd7gm6d hi. Thanks for the comment. Forfour is a great car! I’ll be putting out a list on the Facebook page of Smart specialising the uk as no come across them soon
@@user-tg5pd7gm6d check out this MOT CHECK video of mine ua-cam.com/video/R1G5uKO4kR0/v-deo.htmlsi=QGtB6KrpW8hMevdo
@@smarte.r.1450 Thank you for your reply and suggestions
Where is the button for the front seat to fold it, I can’t find one on my Prime 453!!
@@Mandy.J posted a video for you on the face book page. facebook.com/share/12HRQmKaJmk/?mibextid=wwXIfr
First from South Africa 😂
@@lawley52626 country and continent counts right?’ 🤣
For the algorithm, I'm first, as usual.
@@brianfreeman8290 you are #topfan !!!
@@brianfreeman8290 thanks again I really do appreciate the support Brian
Depends on the model....
@@falconwing1 indeed. 451 passenger floor 453 in the front service hatch
@smarte.r.1450 under boot liner in the bonnet on the Roadster.
@ only old smart I’ve not owned
Could you add links to the tools you use as well please? Great videos, just bought a 2010 Smartie, she is giving me trouble put hopefully settles down soon!
@@rr1694 which tools Specifically?
@@rr1694 and thanks for the kind words 🙏
There isn’t any links to the stuff….
@@tommejr2775 you have to go to the main channel and the full video
Just completed oil/ filter change. Worst filter access I’ve ever come across in 40 years of carrying out my own service! Manual states 3.5l of oil, but that only takes it just above min. Note you put in 4l, which feels about right.
@@jeffjames-s3c 100% agree. It’s a cow!! I have just invested in some proper ramps from Halfords makes getting the filter a doddle. Totally recommend getting them but yes… it was murder!!! And also 4ltr is about it. For the 900 turbo. And 999 naturally aspirated engine.
Love this ❤
That looks much more substantial than the ones on my 451. I have to replace them quite frequently.
@@brianfreeman8290 it is a better design for sure.
Cuts off before number 1 is said
@@Sly1020 follow the link to the main video
I thought it was the DRL that was out on this light? How do you resolve that??
@@gumpoandwordy I was exploring how to resolve that when I had an epiphany to show the lamp removal and replacement. Looks like the front bumper has to come off. The DRL is working intermittently so I need to explore why. Since the light unit has a cracked fitting lug and a I noticed a cracked inner housing could be corrosion affecting connections. Hope it’s that simple as a used replacement is about £130 plus. 😳
@ thanks! I’m dreading mine going!
@ I’ve not heard them be troublesome to be fair… mines a 2016 low miles 35k so shouldn’t fail. Less usually have a lifetime of 8-10 years
@@smarte.r.1450 hmm ive got one drl thats dimmer on my fortwo, ive heard it is a bumper off job to take the lights out and a replacement ballast for the drls
@ replacement “ballast”?
Hello there are the exterior body panels plastic like the 451
@@sincroswim doors. Bonnet. Yes.
@smarte.r.1450 thanks for the prompt reply I watch your UA-cam channel excellent content...🙏👍
@ thanks so much for your kind words. I do appreciate it very much. I am aiming for 10k subscribers this year so any likes or a subscribe (if not done) would be greatly appreciated ❤️
@@smarte.r.1450 yes I am a subscriber have been for a few years I have a 451 auto passion in black & silver 42k very underrated little car I am thinking of doing the same as you & up grading to a 453 just for the extra room..
@ ohh! Nice. Thanks for your support. Yes. I loved the 451 as you know I had a few. The 453 is a different beast in so many ways and all for the better. Keeping the practicality but loosing none of the charm. The fofour was lovely to be fair and a good buy/find. But found the 999cc non turbo engine a little too slow for me. It a great car. The 900cc turbo engine is like the car has had a personality lift and is peppy. I think at the end of the year I’ll get a 453 ev next and our next lease car change to one of the new Smart#1 evs Good luck with your search. If looking at a convertible watch out for the older ones as the roof shrinks and lets water in.
That isn't clear where it is...I can't find mine can you say, where it is please?
@@drobbrown69 it’s a play on words. The smart cars do not have a spare wheel but as the video states it has a tyre inflator and a canister of tyre weld repair material instead. No spare wheel. But a “spare in a can” if you please 👍
@smarte.r.1450 Thank you, can you tell me where the can is please?
@ the canister sits in the same holder as the air compressor in this short. It’s black and has an orange tip on it if it has not been used. Checkout the full video for better clarity should be a link in the “short”
Having done this a couple times. Definitely a pain, worth using a small mirror like one of the ladies cosmetics ones in the gap behind. To figure out what's going on 😊
@@nizamahmed5073 indeed. You can buy “inspection mirrors” like dentists use .. funny story alert…my first 451 like in the channels logo .. heard funny knocking from the front. Simone day opened up the service hatch … had a good look around and then I saw it…. A motorcycles wing mirror 😳🤣🤣
Excellent video, my friend! Just curious, did you have a helper or did you use something to hold the tension off? And also just for reference, you said a 1/2” 12 point socket for tensioner, correct? Thanks!
@@benzlick I probably said both too quick. Yes. At the beginning I said you’ll need help it’s almost impossible and yes 12 splined 1/2 inch but it may be a 13mm 12 spline. Sorry. Thanks for the kind words wanted it to be super clear
Such good videos 😊
Great vid
Great
I just wanted to say thank you so much for making these videos. They have such a warm charming feeling to them. I know how much effort and time it takes to film,edit, upload etc, and I genuinely appreciate them, please keep them up. Thank you
@@YamR5 thank you so very much. That’s a really kind comment to share and I know it’s corny but, it really does motivate me to keep making them. Have a great year ! And thank you again a for taking the time to be thoughtful and kind in an ever increasingly unkind world. I appreciate you!
Suggestion... use the baggage compartment cover to hold the boot carpet out of the way.
@@falconwing1 Thanks. I have tried it before but found it more restrictive.. thanks for your thoughts though.
@smarte.r.1450 remove the cover from the mounting points... lift carpet..replace cover to mounting points. which will then hold carpet against the seat backs...
I recently had this done on my 451 by 4Smart in Cheltenham, so have zero interest in doing this job. I'm here simply because I love your vids !
@@brianfreeman8290 awww Brian, I love that you support me! Bless you man…. Have a great new year and your Smarty keeps healthy 💪👏👍
@@smarte.r.1450 You're, I think, in Blackwood. I'm in Resolven. Let me know if you ever fancy a pint.
Smart ER, you are a genius!!! Such a straightforward fix, thanks to your video. Got the solenoid out, gummy rubber button as you showed had turned to goop. Got it all cleaned up, oiled, working a treat! I even got the plastic casing back on without breaking anything or swearing too much.
@@johnmckee1555 hahahah amazing. Thanks for the kind words and feedback. A few weeks later it did come back (clearly didn’t get all the sticky stuff out) so just removed it and it’s been off for months and months now zero issues and no lights on the dash 💪 Please consider subscribing. I am aiming for 10k subscribers this year. I have a few videos lined up 2 simple ones but one which has needed doing since I started the channel years ago … changing the V belt or accessory belt or serpentine belt … Thanks again and well done. Glad it helped you out of a sticky situation. 😂
Nice video. A well known problem on the 453 Automatic. I have the 453 five speed manual box and although there is no electrical interlocking solenoid like the automatic, it does have a weird tie into the cars computer. What happens if you try a fast manual start, ie, a foot on the clutch, have the car in first gear and turn ignition on and go, BUT itdoes not go, the engine will not start, as the cars computer comes up with a warning and tells you to put the car in neutral before you can start the car LOL. I get caught out with the warning quite often by coming out of neutral at start too quickly. Never seen it in any other manual car, but that the problem with modern car, so many un-necessary tie-ins to the cars computer, Cheers Col.
@@caledoniancol3803 ahoy Col! Thanks for that info. A wealth of knowledge. I removed the solenoid after it played up again and there has been no down side since. Be well sir. I have all the stuff for a V belt replacement so if it can be dry and not too cold this weekend I’ll get that done.
Hello Love your videos. Been following for a while now. Would it be possible to email yourself.? Many thanks Jason
@@jasontaylor9170 thanks for the message. I have a Facebook page feel free to message me there please. Smart e.r.
@@jasontaylor9170 facebook.com/share/18VWhism3N/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Thank you. I have the 71 ps Version. And they delivered me the internally ventilated disks . I Realized it, when all the stuff has been removed. And the Order was 2 Jears ago 😂
@@joehappy2333 hahaha. Never mind mate. I always use eBay and Amazons “garage” facility that ensures parts fit or no quibble money back
@@smarte.r.1450Thanks for the tip of Amazon. Im a power shopper, but with Referenze to car Parts, I ordered in Safari. A mistake, Now I see, Amazon will deliver tomorrow. Where I ordered next week 😂 sorry . My english is Bad .
Very helpful, cheers Fella 🍻
@@Tired238 thanks for the appreciation bud!! If not done so please could you consider subscribing? I’m aiming to hit 10k subs this year… thank you 🙏
Nice clear videos & straight to the point. One of my lights went out, because of this video I did it myself, Very easy once I watch this. Thanks mate 👍🏻
@@omzwest1334 hey! Thanks for the shout out. That’s kind. I appreciate it. Please, if not already done so could you subscribe? I’m looking to hit 10k subscribers this year. 🙏 thank you again
Fun fact: if you put the wrong wiper blade on the wrong side (i.e. they didn't sell the size you needed) it's possible that the plastic and metal fuse to become some sort of superpowered metal-plastic hybrid. Anyway after I ripped them apart with pliers I realized the inciting mistake had happened like four years ago 💀 sorry car. It did work though so I'm only kind of sorry.
@@EALoArt haha… I had a mare of a time getting the most recent set off my 453 ForTwo… like you said… sort of welded in there.. very very odd! Happy New Year!
It is under the passenger floorboard
@@lrobinson57 winner
Great, 👍my best compliments from Italy. HAPPY NEW YEAR
@@hurtlocker8554 happy new year also
@@smarte.r.1450 thanks
Cheers mate
I have recently purchased a 2017 Smart Fortwo Passion coupe (453) and was looking for a brake replacement video. Needless to say I like everyone else here in the comment section am very appreciative of your well documented write up of this and of course I have also liked and subscribed. Thank you very much, my friend!
@@benzlick this has made my Christmas! Thank you thank you thank you for the support. If the rain I. The UK stops soon I have four videos I need to do. Rear brake shoes replacement. Head lamps and reg plate lamps plus suspension refurb.
Ciao Smart E.R Ho urgente bisogno del file che hai scaricato per l’aggiornamento.. puoi mandarmelo via mail.. anche a pagamento.. grazie 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
@@alessandrosala4233 hi. The official link was closed down a few months ago. Option 1 - join a Facebook group “Smart 453 Forum” and ask someone for the link they have saved Option 2 - buy a new preloaded sad card with maps installed. Like this one www.ebay.co.uk/itm/204948013834?var=0&shprz=EBAY_GB_131090&_ul=GB&mkevt=1&mkcid=1&toolid=20006&mkrid=710-53481-19255-0&campid=5338986375&customid=CjwKCAiAmfq6BhAsEiwAX1jsZ8PxOxlSv4oiIqTU7nASLxVph6XNqrY_yIlAOYUa6RgatavVdKVOURoCchwQAvD_BwE&gbraid=0AAAAADcddnbUjz8ID_FFzc5tifu6I7ZSc&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADcddnbUjz8ID_FFzc5tifu6I7ZSc&gclid=CjwKCAiAmfq6BhAsEiwAX1jsZ8PxOxlSv4oiIqTU7nASLxVph6XNqrY_yIlAOYUa6RgatavVdKVOURoCchwQAvD_BwE
My car don't have retaining pin 😵💫
@@Ripper0Youh then it’s been lost. That could mean that when you have an mot the lamp doesn’t sit square and not aligned (if you are in the uk that’s a mandatory annual govt check)
@smarte.r.1450 thing is, it's been fine but I want to change the bulb for more brightness. When I'm trying to change it it's really hard to pull the bulb out.
@ I would suggest pull the block connected VERY carefully out and take the lamp assembly out. There’s a video somewhere in the channel showing you. The clip sounds like it’s snapped the cantilever part off. So it’s locked in. Thanks for the question. Please consider subscribing if not done so. I am aiming for 10k subscribers era by end of next year. Thank you o
@@smarte.r.1450 right funny story, I have been messing around with the high beam. I can confirm that the low beam definitely has a retainer.
@ 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 happy it’s ok for you bud
Hi, this message keeps appearing?? All the tyres are perfectly fine. Iv reset the tyre pressure. What could be the problem?
@@Sunny_a88 ok. I had the same issue when I made this exact video … I went around all the tyres and slightly over inflated… drove for a mile or so. Then reset and it was fixed. It could be that one of the tyre pressure sensors have failed and needs replacing. About £50 is from memory. Before you spend any money you could disconnect the battery for 5 mins. Then reconnect and reset again if still showing. Hope this helps. Thanks for the comment and interaction, if not done so. Plz consider subscribing as I am aiming for 10k subscribers by the end of next year… I have more co tent planned when the weather breaks. Changing rear brake shoes, replacing the brake fluid, lamp replacements. Thanks. Gareth
@ thank you
keep up the good work!
@@evangelosGR94 thanks for the support.
Nice video, thank you. By the way, I don't think they use asbestos in brake parts anymore.
@@guypickrell2011 thanks for taking the time to comment. Great point. Thank you. Turns out late 90s they were last using Asbestos. I now have a 453 and will be interesting to see if it’s been simplified regarding replacement
Such a helpful video thank you! My Smart is very happy now🤓
@@aidanpaulvuren8211 thank you for taking the time out to appreciate. Please can I Ask if you have not already done, please would you consider liking and or subscribing? I am aiming for 10k subscribers by end of 2025. I have new content coming up. Changing brake fluid. Change rear drum brake shoes. Various bulbs. Thanks in advance.
Thanks this worked......I have a 2016 smart fortwo pure
@@Black-Pill-7411 awesome stuff! Thanks for taking the time to comment and appreciate. Please, if not done so would you consider subscribing. I’m aiming for 10k subs by the end of 2025 I have some new content in the pipeline around bleeding brakes, rear brake show replacement and suspension work? Thank youuuuu
Subbed 👍
La musique e orible.
I purchased my Cabrio used. I had no idea! Thanks!
@@cinemaverita3189 it’s a fun little thing and love when the roof is fully down. Thanks for the appreciation. If you haven’t subscribed I’d appreciate it please I want to get to 10k by next year 😏