The SE Drive is the gear stick unit just in front of the handbrake.
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SE Drive And Ignition Fix
There have been a few instances now where the ignition key fails to turn the ignition switch below it. So far they have all been in Roadsters.
SE Drive Disassembly
Closer Look At Some Of The Parts This is the SE Drive as it appears removed from the car. The ignition ring unclips and the gear stick cover just slides off with the spring. On each side are 3 clips, you don't need to push them in to take it apart. It's easier to bend...
Seat Belt Replacement
You will fail your MOT if your seat belts are damaged and if your airbag goes off, your seat belt pretentioner will have blown too.
Seat Belt Stops
Does your seat belt tongue drop all the way to the floor?
Seat Belts
If you are driving more than a few yards, please wear your seat belt.
Seat Cover Removal
If you need to swap base frames, change the upholstery or gain access to the seat airbag, you are going to need to remove the seat covers and foam.
Seat Information
Some handy seat info you might need to know.
Seat Removal 451
Important If you have seat airbags, you MUST disconnect the battery before removing the seats. Do not reattach the battery or turn on the ignition until you have reattached the airbag wires. If you fail to do this you will cause the airbag fault light to come on. When...
Secondary Air Injection Pump
It is becoming more and more common for people to report a terrible noise for about 90 seconds on start up. This is due to the secondary air pump. People with no actual clue often call this an EGR pump. This secondary air injection pump can be found on 700cc fortwos...
Seized Alternator
On the 450 fortwo and the Roadster, due to the open design and the placement of the alternator, if you drove your car in wet conditions and then left the car standing for a few weeks, there is a chance it won't start. This is because water gets in and creates rust and...
Sensors (Suprex)
What they are,where they are and what they do.
Sequential DV Servicing
The sequential DV is a bit more complex than other types so there is more that can go wrong. Keep it clean and it’ll last a lot longer.
Servicing A 54BHP CDI 451
The servicing of the 54bhp diesel 451 is very similar to servicing all diesel smarts. Glow plug change Air filter change Oil filter change Cabin filter change Oil change The Important Difference The main change is to the last point on the list, oil change. Although it...
Servicing The 451 Clutch Actuator
The clutch actuator on the 451 is better than the previous model when it comes to being sealed but they do still have issues.
Servicing The Clutch Actuator
It is becoming more and more common to hear of slower gear changes, increased revs before the clutch engages and smart being unable to adjust the clutch on their Star machine. Something new was shown to me.
Should I Buy An MHD?
Should I Buy An MHD? It's fast becoming a daily question on forums and Facebook pages. Since there are a lot of them for sale and they aren't a popular model, the prices are getting very low. Low enough that people who aren't smart obsessives are considering buying...
Side Wind Issues
Story Time I drive down the A13 into London every night. There's a section between the M25 and Ford's car plant that has nothing but flat fields on each side. At times, the side winds along that stretch are incredibly dangerous. I have been suddenly blown over 2 lanes...
Sideskirt fitting
Nothing too taxing, just information about sideskirts and the tools you will need, they help make the car more appealing to the eye as well as helping it cut through the air.
Signing Up, Paying & Site Issues
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