[roverallover]

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 small so I need to park the full size images somewhere so I can link to them here and so you can download them if you want them. I've asked "SMART" (the admin) if he has a place (they're too big for my Gallery). As soon as that gets sorted out, you'll all have the oil change details here to refer to.
I also created a video of the process which, once I edit it, I'll place here too.

 

[GHammerly]

Good idea, looking fwd. to the oil list and video.

 

[eqwalker]

Could you list the approved oils?

 

[roverallover]

Approved Oil List

Ok ... here's the list Udo gave me from Smart Center San Diego.
These are the approved engine oils (marked with an "X") - you'll notice there are several weights listed, the most recommended probably depends on your climate. Here in San Diego, I was told to use the Mobil-1 0W40 full synthetic.
Now I have to apologize for the image ... I didn't feel much like retyping this info and the font was way-small so you may need to save the image and zoom in on it to see it.

 

[roverallover]

Step-by-step oil change instructions Page 1

Here are the instructions from the dealer's service computer for changing the oil

Again - the font was tiny so to see it, we had to post a full-size image. Save it to your computer and it may be easier to read.

 

[roverallover]

Step-by-step oil change instructions Page 2

Here's the second page of the dealer's service system instructions on changing the oil.

 

[jonwhite99]

Sump Drain Plug

The correct size for the sump drain plug is 24mm.

Also when you get the filter from the dealer remeber to ask for the copper washer that goes on the drain plug, will be ok first time but will need a new one next time.


Jonathan

 

[Karl Roth]

can we make this a sticky
karl

 

[Smartfor2guy]

The correct size for the sump drain plug is 24mm.

Also when you get the filter from the dealer remeber to ask for the copper washer that goes on the drain plug, will be ok first time but will need a new one next time.


Jonathan

And the copper washer is relatively inexpensive compared to oil leaks ($3 and change)

 

[Old smart]

454

Interesting to note that both the oil filter and filter wrench have "454" part numbers - "454" = smart forfour (4-cyl Mitsubishi Colt engine).

 

[mr_Cash]

How I did it, at:

http://**********.com/forums/index.php/topic,177.0.html

 

[saronian]

Looks like you can't link to 4 2 chat

for two chat.com/forums/index.php/topic,177.0.html

 

[mdfortwoguy]

I'm not sure why it is banned here, but bypassing a filter on a forum is bad form...

 

[fredysantizo]

Alguien tiene una copia electronica del manual de usurio 450

 

[fredysantizo]

manual de usuario 450

Alguien tiene una copia electronica del manual de usuario 450

 

[chieftmc]

Maybe it's a NO NO to link to other sites

 

[redimpss5]

Does anyone know what oil is in the engine from factory?

BTW, the copper washer is called a "crush washer" Yes, it is a one time use item, AKA, replace each time it is removed.

 

[bigbird]

Picked up a filter at Smart of Cherry Hill nj,yesterday($13.65)a Mitsubishi filter with a Smart sticker on it,also asked for a drain plug gasket,and was told it wasn't listed on their computer.I was told you can use the gasket twice or suck the oil out,don't think so!

 

[aquatic]

I' not likely to try to change my own oil, but, I thought I needed oil. I can't find 0w40 oil anywhere. Which is more important 0 or 40?

 

[Razorback]

I' not likely to try to change my own oil, but, I thought I needed oil. I can't find 0w40 oil anywhere. Which is more important 0 or 40?

I found 0w40 Mobile 1 full synthetic oil at our local Walmart but it was only available in quart bottles not in a case.