[jimvw57]

I picked up a gently used (?) shifter thinking that may the problem with my 2008, I still only get 3 lines on the speedometer, The replacement unit came without a key, but had the tumbler still in place. I got it out and before I get the other one out, do I need to add a hole to release the key tumbler? I also have a red tool of sorts on the front of the replacement shifter, not sure what that is for. Any ideas??

 

[jwight]

Here's a portion of a TSB on shifting problems, including the 3 bars of death - might help.....

 

[jimvw57]

I'll give it a try! Thanks

 

[jimvw57]

Standing in a snowbank, it looks impossible to remove the bolts holding the air intake in place. Especially the rear one. My thought is to hack it out and replace it with a silicone tube for ease of removal and installation. Any comments before I start cutting??

 

[toaster]

Standing in a snowbank, it looks impossible to remove the bolts holding the air intake in place. Especially the rear one. My thought is to hack it out and replace it with a silicone tube for ease of removal and installation. Any comments before I start cutting??

Go for it!

I removed mine and replaced it with one of the reasonably priced ones on eBay. Available in multiple colors too. The fit was good, the only mod I made was to shorten the side port a little.

Silicone Induction Intake Hose Red For BENZ Smart Car Fortwo & Roadster 2008- | eBay

▶ Silicon Hose Series. ▶ Fuel Swivel Fitting Hose. ▶ Intake Exhause System. ▶ Hose end. High quality silicone hose kit. Color: Red. We specialize in automotive car parts and is the No.1 industry distributor for affordable and quality products.

www.ebay.com

~toaster

 

[jimvw57]

I think thats the one I have on order. Be a few weeks before it arrives I guess.

 

[dhlairbusb4]

go for it Jim, that is the only way to gain access to the shift motors.

 

[jimvw57]

Silicone Hose arrived today. sadly they are predicting cold and snow for the next few days...