The Smart Fortwo (450/451 chassis generations) is Smart's two-seat microcar, offered with a small-displacement rear-mounted engine and automated manual transmission. The 2008 Smart Fortwo (450/451) factory service manual documents the specific rear-mounted engine and transmission for this model year.
Rear-Engine Service
The Fortwo's rear-mounted engine requires the correct oil specification and timing chain service interval documented in the factory manual, including the specific access procedures required for the rear-engine layout, along with the automated manual transmission's fluid specification and clutch actuator diagnostics.
What This Fortwo (450/451) Manual Covers
- Rear-mounted engine — oil specification, timing chain service interval
- Automated manual transmission fluid specification and clutch actuator diagnostics
- Complete electrical diagrams for all trim levels