Hello,i and my fellow smart fortwo owners have been longing for a haynes manual for the car, to help with maintenance and repair issues. Used 2008 smart fortwo pure hatchback coupe 2d prices. May 21, 2009 recently smart has issued a transmission and engine software upgrade campaign c0209002 for 08 model year cars to make the car slightly less useless. Smart fortwo 1 out of 5 stars 1 1 product ratings 2008 smart fortwo automatic transmission 1. Apr 06, 2020 however, 2019 and earlier models still had the stick shift as an option.
Every 2020 car you can still get with a manual transmission. See all 67 photos what happened to you, man you used to be cool. This is a manual transmission with a motor to work as auto transmission. These 9 cars were manual only, until recently motor trend. Whats new for 2008 as an affordable, fuelefficient but charming vehicle for getting from point. Used smart fortwo with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Upgrade your 2008 smart car fortwo with our performance transmission parts. Every new car you can still buy with a manual transmission. Transmissions are necessary to transfer engine power to either the driveshaft or axle halfshafts and propel the vehicle. The gasoline engines with multivalve technology and turbo charging benefit most from this product.
The software, available via an ecu upgrade, was also made available for 2008 second generation cars, with a new battery as required. The smart car comes in five different models based on the smart fortwo body style. Jan 16, 2019 for many manual transmission enthusiasts, this is the car theyd most like to park in the garage. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Jaguar no longer offers the ftype with a stick shift, and audi stopped offering manual transmission cars starting with the 2019 model year. This 2008 mercedesbenz c300 is a sixspeed manual unicorn. The smart s design makes a strong style statement, and with an unbelievably short total length of 106 inches it will fit into small gaps in traffic and park with ease in even the tightest spots. Complete auto transmissions for smart fortwo for sale ebay. To see how frequently 2008 smart fortwo problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. The car shifts into neutral, and then usually shuts down, causing the vehicle to be rear ended, from unsuspecting drivers behind this vehicle. Cant find your copy of the smart car owners manual.
The worst complaints are intermittently wont engage reverse, transmission failure. May 01, 2008 2008 smart fortwo passion cabriolet it is the smallest car curious americans will likely ever get into, and the seeming vulnerability of its golfcart dimensions, riding on little 15inch donuts. Underneath the covers, the smart has a manual transmission with clutch just no clutch pedal that is run by computer, an automated manual transmission or amt. Yes, the 2016 smart fortwo has a manual transmission. Prior to 1938, all vehicles were manual transmission. This replacement part was introduced on the 2009 cars and it solved the problem for my 2008 passion. In case youre in the market for a new car with a stick shift, we salute you. So, the shifting of gears feels like a typical manual transmission. See pricing for the used 2008 smart fortwo pure hatchback coupe 2d. Fuel economy is a definite selling point, too, especially for citystreet commuters. Youll want to read motor trends list of 9 cars that were manual only, until recently.
Learn the ins and outs of the smart transmission i. Does not need any oil change, and does not need topping if there are no leaks may 26, 2014 2008 smart fortwo. Sometimes you buy a used car and its missing the car repair service manual. This webpage contains 2008 smart car owners manual pdf used by smart garages, auto repair shops, smart dealerships and home mechanics. Smart cars come standard with a fivespeed automated manual transmission meaning there is no clutch actuation and shifting is controlled electronically. With this smart car workshop manual, you can perform every job that could be done by smart garages and mechanics from. Smart car 2016 true manual transmission turbo charged. Shop discovered that the clutch was malfunctioning and replaced it. The most recently reported issues are listed below. The worst complaints are transmission, ac heater, and accessories interior problems. Smart center of lindon utah a mercedesbenz product. The bmw m6, cadillac atsv, ford focus, and ford fiesta have been discontinued, but all had an available manual transmission. Get kbb fair purchase price, msrp, and dealer invoice price for the 2008 smart fortwo pure hatchback coupe 2d. The most common are automatic, manual and continuously variable transmissions cvt.
They told me that smart usa had been tracking the problem and they were authorizing an upgraded clutch plate assembly. You may also find frustrating the shifting behavior of the fortwos automated manual transmission. The 2008 smart fortwo is a twoseat, subcompact city car available in two body styles. Every year the list of cars equipped with 3pedals and a stick shift becomes ever more sparse. A transmission within a vehicle is responsible for changing gears as the vehicle is in motion and transmitting power from the engine to the wheels. Transmission not go into gear problems of the 2008 smart fortwo. This like all of our manuals is available to download for free in pdf format. Many are convinced the end of the manual transmission is near.
Transmission reprogram 2008 smart fortwo passion coupe long. Used smart fortwo with automatic transmission for sale cargurus. Could and should electric cars have manual transmissions. Learn more about where to look for car manuals and additional literature. Jun 09, 2008 this is the email i sent to haynes, who claim that the smart car manual has been shortlisted for publication. Pick your fortwos model year to download the official smart fortwo vehicle manual.
Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 smart fortwo based on all problems reported for the 2008 fortwo. To learn the secrets of satisfying shifters, we interviewed the engineers for the viper and gt350. Where do you check the transmission fluid in 2008 smart fixya. In case you havent noticed, the evs you can buy today dont have, or even off.
Car enthusiasts are guilty of giving a little too much praise to the manual transmission. Get detailed information on the 2008 smart fortwo including specifications and data that includes dimensions, engine specs, warranty, standard features, options, and more. Apr 29, 2016 full test of the 2016 smart fortwo with automatic transmission, a halfsize car for urban dwellers. Whatever the reason, its possible to find car repair manuals online. Oct 17, 20 the 2008 smart car, has been consistently, shifting into neutral, while driving, usually, when entering, or exiting a highway, or at an intersection speed changes. Recently smart has issued a transmission and engine software upgrade campaign c0209002 for 08 model year cars to make the car slightly less useless. Automatic transmission problems of the 2008 smart fortwo. Oct 05, 2011 in 2008, mercedes redid its iconic smart fortwo, and wisely deepsixed the wonky threecylinder diesel engine while introducing the car to american buyers for the first time. For 2016, the new fortwo gets a turbo and manual transmission. Up for sale is a 2008 mercedes benz c300 sedan with the hard to find 6 speed manual transmission. Some are free vehicle repair manuals and others requi.
Replaced with redesigned clutch disk with harder splines, this is where the input shaft of the transmission goes into. From 2009, revised transmission software enabled smoother and faster gear changes. Engines computer was destroyed when tech attempted trans. Thirdgeneration models receive a fivespeed manual transmission or dualclutch automatic transmission. Our most popular manual is the smart auto smart fortwo2017 manual doproprietario105725. Manual transmissions are categorized into two basic types. Get the most useful specifications data and other technical specs for the 2008 smart fortwo 2door convertible passion. I took my smart to the dealer at the end of september after it happened twice. While 2021 manual transmission cars might be the driving enthusiasts choice, new more modern automatic transmissions can offer better performance, fuel economy, and can shift faster than any human can. In case you havent noticed, the evs you can buy today dont have, or even offer, manual transmissions. Jul 16, 2014 smart cars arent exactly enthusiast vehicles. Smart series 451 service manual pdf download manualslib. A rough ride for the 2008 smart fortwo the globe and mail.
It also might be one of the last manual 911s, if the new 2020 models are any indication. Detailed instructions accompany this announcement, but will remain posted on the smart fortwo dealer ordering guide home page for future reference. Five problems related to automatic transmission have been reported for the 2008 smart fortwo. Engine computer replaced by dealer in about 24 hrs. The hatchback coupe is offered in pure and passion trim levels, while the convertible cabrio only comes in. Car enthusiasts are guilty of giving a little too much praise to the manual tran.
How do i check transmission fluid on a 2008 smart car i have. Find replacement parts and upgrades for your 2008 smart fortwo. We have clutches, torque converters, shifters, and more. Theres nothing else like the 2008 smart fortwo available in the u. Whether youve purchased a used car without a manual or youve simply lost the one that came with your car, it isnt too difficult to find a replacement manual online. My2016 and my2017 smart fortwo models with the standard 5speed manual transmission and smart electric coupes and cabrios are not approved for flattowing. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2008 smart fortwo coupe 2d passion. General the transmission control converts the drivers shift requests into corresponding control signals to the clutch and the 5speed automated manual transmission. Smart car fortwo passion pure 2008 2015 oem transmission transaxle with. The automated manual transmission is commanded by a transmission control unit, which is located in the passenger compartment under the driver seat.
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