diy

Hey there fellow smarty-pantses! I recently undertook the installation of a pair of Hella Sharptones into my 2017 ED and thought I'd share a couple of things that might be helpful if anyone else wants to do it. I didn't really take pics as I went but I'll try to illustrate. First of all, I...

Aloha 453ers! With the Smart Connect App upon us, I have been faced with a problem. The Plastic Smartphone "cradle" that came with my 453 is (simply put) Amazing! I plugged it in and of course to much disappointment realized that my phone was too big. I enjoy my large mobile device and was let...

I've been needing a rigid cargo shelf for my dogs and other things. I wanted a level, carpeted area that could be installed and removed without tools, and could be stored behind the driver's seat when not in use. I made it from a piece of 1/2" plywood (18" x 48"), a length of piano hinge, a...

Hey, Just added net pocket to the boot area. Here is step by step. 1. Get the metal coat hanger. Cut and bend it to the shape of boot pocket (see pictures). . . 2. Boot pocket already have cutouts for the wire to install. . 3. I used trunk storage net I found in my garage. I...

Here is a video to help you guys that are doing your own install. Thanks Nick

Hey guys, I'm having so much fun with my smart fortwo passion. I did a special breakin which requires to change from synthetic to regular oil and then change it again at 40 miles: Break In Secrets**How To Break In New Motorcycle and Car Engines For More Power In addition I changed both the...

Here is my flush "factory look" install of Scangauge II If anyone is interested, I took some pictures during install, so I can post DIY step by step. Cube ******************************************************************** Here we go! DO IT AT YOUR OWN RISK! ;-) Tools: DREMEL WARNING...

Perfect fitment, was all plug and play. No splicing wires. The kit was extremely well built and will post some night shots later.

I realize there's a couple threads that discuss the oil changes but I wanted to create a single spot for just "how-to" oil change information. I have the approved dealer list of oils as well as the step-by-step instructions from the service manual. I had to scan them and the font was really...