Hey everyone, I was able to upload the remaining videos in this series. Please feel free to check them out! 1. Oil Change ua-cam.com/video/4fhTtHxlgTU/v-deo.html 2. Transmission Flush ua-cam.com/video/YLRtDSePTEA/v-deo.html 3. Spark Plugs ua-cam.com/video/COdCrvQCQJU/v-deo.html 4. Air Filter ua-cam.com/video/3oV5JR5FEy0/v-deo.html 5. Valve Cover and Gaskets ua-cam.com/video/YKhJHt6haN8/v-deo.html 6. Cabin Filter ua-cam.com/video/IDarMIspk7w/v-deo.html 7. Reset Service Light ua-cam.com/video/7SBPWear5Ho/v-deo.html
@@lavishsavage187 I don't, but it would be very similar to this current video. Just put in the new coils in after taking them out. ua-cam.com/video/YKhJHt6haN8/v-deo.html
I just finished replacing my seals a few days ago and this video was a great help. My smart car is 2013 and there were a couple differences like star bit size, but not any major differences. I don't have a rechargeable ratchet so I found buying a stubby ratchet helped in a couple tight spaces. It did take me quite a bit of time being that I have never done any work on a car before. I used paint markers to make sure what bolts went back in their proper places. Someone in the future will see it and laugh, but it worked for me so who cares.
I can’t thank you enough for this video. I was able to change the valve cover gasket and spark plug seals on my 2008 Smart. The spark plug seals were old and oil was getting into the spark plug chambers. While it was a pain in the ass to work on this due to the tight and cramped space, at least I had some direction. I also wanted to add a few points from my experience: 1. I had to remove the heat shield on the exhaust manifold because a bolt fell into it while I was trying to securing the secondary valve from under the car. It turned out to be easier to work with the shield removed. 2. I had a torque wrench that I bought from Harbor Freight a while ago. It is 1/4” drive and is small enough wrench to torque the valve covers. The wrench only shows inch-pounds so I torqued the bolts to 110 inch-pounds. 3. I used an empty egg carton to sort out the bolts, which was very helpful. At the end of the day it feels great to get this done and probably saved me a thousand or two at the dealer.
Hello Paul, I'm glad you found the video helpful, and were able to perform the repair on your own to save money. Thank you for providing the tips outlined in your comment! Hopefully others are able to see and use them.
We're you getting misfires from the oil? I am getting misfires at high rpm, I wonder if it's the oil sipping in to sparkplugs. I replaced the fuel pump and this is next on the to do list
@@JesusGarcia-en3pj I saw a pool of oil in the spark plug cylinders, so I knew the seals needed to be replaced. I figured I'd replace the valve cover gasket while I had the cover off. Thanks for the question.
You don't have to get the OEM smart ones. NGK or Denso should work. ua-cam.com/video/COdCrvQCQJU/v-deo.htmlsi=nR2_RN1tBZXu9ZJF I used (3) NGK LKR7BGP-8 G-Power Platinum Spark Plugs (95983 G-Power Platinum) amzn.to/3VJbauO
hello, i did this job and my gasket is leaking right in the lower corner on the passenger side of the valve cover. everything is tighten and i made sure it went the right way. do you have any idea why would it be leaking? i bought the same gasket you put on. if you can give me some insight i woudl really aprreciate it.
Hello, thanks for the question, and sorry to hear that it's leaking. Were you able to remove every piece of the old gasket from the cover and top of the engine? There may be residual debris causing a leak. I'd suggest wiping both parts with alcohol to ensure the surface is clean. Does the cover and top of engine look warped at any location? Did you apply a bead of RTV sealant before applying the gasket? It should help compensate for variations on the surface, and provide a tighter seal. I would double check that all of the bolts are tight. If you do everything above and it still leaks then I would apply a generous amount of RTV sealant on the valve cover and top of engine between the gasket where it's leaking. The RTV sealant alone should stop the leak.
i did the same repair and it's leaking in the same spot. there's another video here on you tube that said replace the valve cover with a pre installed gasket. did you get your's fixed??
Thank you for your video! How did you find the fitting spark plug tube seals? Most importantly, how did it work out for you? The original part numbers you have all match mine and valve cover gasket on rockauto is exactly what you have, but I can't confirm the tube seals as no analog comes up anywhere and Smart isn't even listed (mostly Mitsubishi Cars match MD198128). Thank you in advance!
Hello Igor, the spark plug tube seals worked out fine for the period that I had the vehicle. I did not notice any leaks, and eventually sold the car less than a year later.
Do you have experience with check engine light code P2188? I have a 2013 Smart. The car is wasting more gas then normal but runs. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Hello, sorry but I do not have any experience with P2188. I did a quick search on google and found this video. Hopefully it'll help otherwise you may have to bring the car into a shop. Good luck! ua-cam.com/video/WUnwN-0XJ7c/v-deo.html
Hello Ray, sorry but I'm not too familiar with the valve removal process. I assume if you're able to remove the head then from the rear engine bay then you would not need to remove the engine completely. I found a video where a guy drops the entire engine... ua-cam.com/video/FBnUcBbAvEY/v-deo.html
@@ColinLeung Thank you for the excellent video. I looked this up as I've been getting terrible gas milage. We're talking as low as 20mpg around town. So I just did my plugs hoping it was them and have oil on the middle plug and coil boot. Would you say the decreased milage could be attributed to that or could it be something else? It's an '08.
@@nathanthegreathan6464 It could be a lot of things. I'd perform all cheaper standard maintenance (oil change, spark plugs, air filter, check tire pressure). If that doesn't help then the valves may need to be adjusted. How fast you step on the gas will decrease mpg as well. Keep us posted with your progress!
Hello, i did this job and my valve cover leaks on the bottom right corner, I've tight to torque specs and it leaks, I've tried to tight tighter and still leaks, I've bought a different gasket thinking the previous gasket was cheaply made and still leaks, what could it be the problem?
Sorry to hear that. Did you apply RTV sealant before applying the gasket, especially in that corner? It should help create a better seal to prevent leaks.
This site called it a combination air valve flange gasket. I couldn't find a part number for it though. www.smartcarofamerica.com/threads/valve-cover-removal.47245/
Yes, you can find replacement engines for this car online (i.e. ebay), at junk yards, and probably at the Smart dealership but it'll be more expensive.
Hey everyone, I was able to upload the remaining videos in this series. Please feel free to check them out!
1. Oil Change ua-cam.com/video/4fhTtHxlgTU/v-deo.html
2. Transmission Flush ua-cam.com/video/YLRtDSePTEA/v-deo.html
3. Spark Plugs ua-cam.com/video/COdCrvQCQJU/v-deo.html
4. Air Filter ua-cam.com/video/3oV5JR5FEy0/v-deo.html
5. Valve Cover and Gaskets ua-cam.com/video/YKhJHt6haN8/v-deo.html
6. Cabin Filter ua-cam.com/video/IDarMIspk7w/v-deo.html
7. Reset Service Light ua-cam.com/video/7SBPWear5Ho/v-deo.html
Do you have a video on smart fortwo ignition coil replacement?
@@lavishsavage187 I don't, but it would be very similar to this current video. Just put in the new coils in after taking them out.
ua-cam.com/video/YKhJHt6haN8/v-deo.html
I just finished replacing my seals a few days ago and this video was a great help. My smart car is 2013 and there were a couple differences like star bit size, but not any major differences. I don't have a rechargeable ratchet so I found buying a stubby ratchet helped in a couple tight spaces. It did take me quite a bit of time being that I have never done any work on a car before. I used paint markers to make sure what bolts went back in their proper places. Someone in the future will see it and laugh, but it worked for me so who cares.
Great job for someone who has never worked on a car before! I'm glad you were able to replace the seals.
I can’t thank you enough for this video. I was able to change the valve cover gasket and spark plug seals on my 2008 Smart. The spark plug seals were old and oil was getting into the spark plug chambers. While it was a pain in the ass to work on this due to the tight and cramped space, at least I had some direction. I also wanted to add a few points from my experience:
1. I had to remove the heat shield on the exhaust manifold because a bolt fell into it while I was trying to securing the secondary valve from under the car. It turned out to be easier to work with the shield removed.
2. I had a torque wrench that I bought from Harbor Freight a while ago. It is 1/4” drive and is small enough wrench to torque the valve covers. The wrench only shows inch-pounds so I torqued the bolts to 110 inch-pounds.
3. I used an empty egg carton to sort out the bolts, which was very helpful.
At the end of the day it feels great to get this done and probably saved me a thousand or two at the dealer.
Hello Paul, I'm glad you found the video helpful, and were able to perform the repair on your own to save money. Thank you for providing the tips outlined in your comment! Hopefully others are able to see and use them.
We're you getting misfires from the oil?
I am getting misfires at high rpm, I wonder if it's the oil sipping in to sparkplugs.
I replaced the fuel pump and this is next on the to do list
Need a good head gasket video 🙏
I really appreciate this video. You helped me just finish replacing the seals on my Fortwo!
I'm glad you found it helpful, Liam.
10nm for the valve cover gasket bolts. From AllData service data.
Thank you for this. There is not a comprehensive tutorial video about this procedure. Saved.
I'm glad you found it helpful!
Colin Leung what made you replace it? Was it idling rough?
@@JesusGarcia-en3pj I saw a pool of oil in the spark plug cylinders, so I knew the seals needed to be replaced. I figured I'd replace the valve cover gasket while I had the cover off. Thanks for the question.
It's a very useful content. Is the valve cover gasket compatible with all 451 potted vehicles? My car is 2011 gasoline.
Thank you for the videos they are so helpful for people like me.
You're welcome!
Damn good video dude! I have been BBC avoiding doing this on my smart for two. Your video has given me some direction in that project!
I'm glad you found it helpful!
Looking at getting one of these cars with the same issue this video is perfect
Thanks. Let us know if you end up getting one!
Hey this video is very helpful to me. Got the same issue on a 451 at 193k km. Thank you very much
You're welcome. I'm glad you found it helpful
@@ColinLeung can I ask you how many Kms your smart had?
@@lostinlife99 It had 142,000 mi, or 228,527 kms.
@@ColinLeung thank you very much for the answer
@@lostinlife99 you're welcome
you are the man! thanks
Very informative tha ks for the step by step and explanation
You're welcome :)
I'm going for it, thanks
Thanks so much, very helpful 👍👍
Thanks!
Thank you!
Do I need the OEM spark plug seals, or is it just as good to buy after market? I'm already getting the head gasket you used. My smart is fortwo 2013
You don't have to get the OEM smart ones. NGK or Denso should work. ua-cam.com/video/COdCrvQCQJU/v-deo.htmlsi=nR2_RN1tBZXu9ZJF
I used (3) NGK LKR7BGP-8 G-Power Platinum Spark Plugs (95983 G-Power Platinum) amzn.to/3VJbauO
Thanks again! @@ColinLeung
Did you take the seats out , as I can see you were inside the car?
I recall folding them down, and not removing them.
hello, i did this job and my gasket is leaking right in the lower corner on the passenger side of the valve cover. everything is tighten and i made sure it went the right way. do you have any idea why would it be leaking? i bought the same gasket you put on. if you can give me some insight i woudl really aprreciate it.
Hello, thanks for the question, and sorry to hear that it's leaking. Were you able to remove every piece of the old gasket from the cover and top of the engine? There may be residual debris causing a leak. I'd suggest wiping both parts with alcohol to ensure the surface is clean.
Does the cover and top of engine look warped at any location?
Did you apply a bead of RTV sealant before applying the gasket? It should help compensate for variations on the surface, and provide a tighter seal.
I would double check that all of the bolts are tight.
If you do everything above and it still leaks then I would apply a generous amount of RTV sealant on the valve cover and top of engine between the gasket where it's leaking. The RTV sealant alone should stop the leak.
i did the same repair and it's leaking in the same spot. there's another video here on you tube that said replace the valve cover with a pre installed gasket. did you get your's fixed??
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Did you have any leaking? I watched a video of this guy saying that a lot of the aftermarket valve gaskets leaked..
I didn't notice any leaking, but I also sold the car not to long after, so I cannot speak on the longevity of the repair.
Thank you for your video! How did you find the fitting spark plug tube seals? Most importantly, how did it work out for you? The original part numbers you have all match mine and valve cover gasket on rockauto is exactly what you have, but I can't confirm the tube seals as no analog comes up anywhere and Smart isn't even listed (mostly Mitsubishi Cars match MD198128). Thank you in advance!
Hello Igor, the spark plug tube seals worked out fine for the period that I had the vehicle. I did not notice any leaks, and eventually sold the car less than a year later.
Do you have experience with check engine light code P2188? I have a 2013 Smart. The car is wasting more gas then normal but runs. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Hello, sorry but I do not have any experience with P2188. I did a quick search on google and found this video. Hopefully it'll help otherwise you may have to bring the car into a shop. Good luck!
ua-cam.com/video/WUnwN-0XJ7c/v-deo.html
It's a very useful content. Is the valve cover gasket compatible with all 451 potted vehicles? My car is 2011 gasoline.
I would check RockAuto and enter your vehicle's info. It will tell you which one you need.
question dude. if you can answer, do I need to remove engine completely for burned exhaust valve
Hello Ray, sorry but I'm not too familiar with the valve removal process. I assume if you're able to remove the head then from the rear engine bay then you would not need to remove the engine completely. I found a video where a guy drops the entire engine... ua-cam.com/video/FBnUcBbAvEY/v-deo.html
Can I ask why are changing the cover gasket I don’t see any oil leak ?
Oil was leaking through the spark plug seals. I figured I'd replace the valve cover gasket for a few more dollars while I had the valve cover off.
Thanks for the video. Did you have oil on the coil boot and spark plug itself too?
I did have oil on the plug and coil boot
@@ColinLeung thanks! I just did the plugs on mine and found the same issue. Glad to see it’s a fairly straight forward fix
@@ColinLeung Thank you for the excellent video. I looked this up as I've been getting terrible gas milage. We're talking as low as 20mpg around town. So I just did my plugs hoping it was them and have oil on the middle plug and coil boot. Would you say the decreased milage could be attributed to that or could it be something else? It's an '08.
@@nathanthegreathan6464 It could be a lot of things. I'd perform all cheaper standard maintenance (oil change, spark plugs, air filter, check tire pressure). If that doesn't help then the valves may need to be adjusted. How fast you step on the gas will decrease mpg as well. Keep us posted with your progress!
@@nathanthegreathan6464 did you ever do it and find out? I changed my plugs cause mpg was bad as well have to do this as well
Hello, i did this job and my valve cover leaks on the bottom right corner, I've tight to torque specs and it leaks, I've tried to tight tighter and still leaks, I've bought a different gasket thinking the previous gasket was cheaply made and still leaks, what could it be the problem?
Sorry to hear that. Did you apply RTV sealant before applying the gasket, especially in that corner? It should help create a better seal to prevent leaks.
@ColinLeung no, but I will apply rtv now, thanks for replying
@@TheRad4manthys You're welcome
@ColinLeung one question, would you put the gasket with some RTV or just RTV by itself ?
@@TheRad4manthys You would apply a bead of RTV and then the gasket over. See ua-cam.com/video/YKhJHt6haN8/v-deo.html
Did you have to lower ther engine any?
Hello Will, I did not have to lower the engine
@@ColinLeung thanks for the reply
How long did it take?
It took me 2 hours to do it and film. I could have done it in half the time, or less if I knew what to do beforehand. Thanks for the comment
Where'd you get that little power tool
The electric ratchet? You can get it from Amazon, Home Depot, Lowes, or most hardware stores.
amzn.to/3cdJSaw
@@ColinLeung That's a clutch move. Trying to spin a ratchet in that compartment, let alone a wrench, is feat in and of itself.
Are you in the Houston area ?
Hello Sandra, sorry but I'm in the San Francisco Bay Area.
whats the name of the gasket at 5:14
This site called it a combination air valve flange gasket. I couldn't find a part number for it though.
www.smartcarofamerica.com/threads/valve-cover-removal.47245/
can you buy a new engine of this car?
Yes, you can find replacement engines for this car online (i.e. ebay), at junk yards, and probably at the Smart dealership but it'll be more expensive.
Shops lower the engine to remove it just to over charge the customer , those are mechanics with a late car payments and a mortgage / thieves
I was not aware of that. Thanks for sharing!
Video is like all over the place
What a pain in the butt
Agreed. It's difficult working in a small space, but can be done.