Oil Question

LexLuthor · 12-16-2008, 02:21 PM

Hi,

I need to get my oil changed and am not sure if I can use American oil or need to order some from Europe.

I have a 2000 Smart.

Thank you!

**Dunerunner** · 12-16-2008, 02:24 PM

Petrol or CID?

MB Sheet 229.5 List of motor oils and oil filters:

Filter Applications http://www.smartcarofamerica.com/forums/f25/list-motor-oils-oil-filters-14896/#post149349
http://www.smartcarofamerica.com/forums/f25/list-motor-oils-oil-filters-14896/index2.html#post156279

idahosmart · 12-17-2008, 11:54 AM

Autozone in my area stocks the Mobil 1 0W-40 synthetic oil specified by MB 229.5. Check you local auto parts dealers that sell Mobil 1.

Tom

LexLuthor · 12-17-2008, 12:41 PM

Whenever I do a sharp turn or a U turn, my oil light comes on. I also looked into the oil tank and I can see the bottom on the gear inside.

Does this mean I need to put more oil in or just get an oil change?

I am planning on changing the oil soon. Can a regular oil change place do a 2000 Smart and if not, where did you go to change your oil?

Thank you!

**Dunerunner** · 12-17-2008, 12:53 PM

You might want to check the.........dipstick? How long have you had your smart?

chieftmc · 12-17-2008, 01:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LexLuthor

Whenever I do a sharp turn or a U turn, my oil light comes on. I also looked into the oil tank and I can see the bottom on the gear inside.

Does this mean I need to put more oil in or just get an oil change?

I am planning on changing the oil soon. Can a regular oil change place do a 2000 Smart and if not, where did you go to change your oil?

Thank you!

Your 2000 has NO drain plug OR spin on filter! You have to "suck" the oil out through the dipstick and change the "canister" filter.

You need to check out Kane's site : Evilution - Smart Car Encyclopaedia

LexLuthor · 12-17-2008, 01:36 PM

I bought the car back in October. So essentially, I have to purchase a pump to take out the oil and then replace it with new oil?

chieftmc · 12-17-2008, 01:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LexLuthor

I bought the car back in October. So essentially, I have to purchase a pump to take out the oil and then replace it with new oil?

Here's the link: Evilution - Smart Car Encyclopaedia

LexLuthor · 12-17-2008, 02:36 PM

I just checked and unfortunately, I am dipstickless.

Anyone know where I can get a new dipstick for a 2000?

Sorry for being such a noob, haha D:

Old smart · 12-17-2008, 02:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LexLuthor

I just checked and unfortunately, I am dipstickless.

Anyone know where I can get a new dipstick for a 2000?

Sorry for being such a noob, haha D:

For a dipstick, contact SCOA member "rgaus" at asmartcar.com - Don't be Foolish on Smart Car Choices.

Otherwise, there are spin-on filter adapters and oil pans with drain plugs available. And, reasonably priced vacuum oil extractor tanks are readily available too.