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The 2013 SMART Fortwo is a compact, fuel-efficient coupe manufactured by Mercedes-Benz in Hambach, France. With a 1.0L in-line 3-cylinder engine, it offers a nimble driving experience perfect for city environments. Safety features include front and side airbags for both the driver and passenger, along with seat belts featuring load limiters and pretensioners. This lightweight vehicle falls under Class 1, with a gross vehicle weight rating of 6,000 lbs or less.

Decoded VIN:

Make

SMART

Manufacturer Name

MERCEDES-BENZ CARS

Model

Fortwo

Model Year

2013

Plant City

HAMBACH

Vehicle Type

PASSENGER CAR

Plant Country

FRANCE

Body Class

Coupe

Doors

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To

Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Engine Number of Cylinders

Displacement (CC)

1000.0

Displacement (CI)

61.02374409473

Displacement (L)

1.0

Fuel Type - Primary

Gasoline

Engine Configuration

In-Line

Pretensioner

Yes

Seat Belt Type

Manual

Other Restraint System Info

Load limiters and Pretensioners for driver and passenger

Other Restraint System Info

Type 2 seat belts with load limiters and pretensioners for driver and front passenger.

Front Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Side Air Bag Locations

1st Row (Driver and Passenger)

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type

Direct

Most common problems:

Oil leaks

The Smart Fortwo 2013 with a 3-cylinder in-line engine is known to have oil leak issues, often from the valve cover gasket or oil pan gasket.

Engine misfires

This can be due to worn-out spark plugs, ignition coils, or fuel injectors, which are common problems in smaller 3-cylinder engines.

Overheating

The compact engine bay can lead to poor airflow and cooling efficiencies, causing the engine to overheat, especially in hot climates or heavy traffic.

Timing chain issues

The timing chain can become noisy or stretched over time, leading to potential engine timing problems and reduced performance.

Excessive vibration

As a 3-cylinder engine, it can naturally have more vibrations compared to engines with more cylinders, which can become more pronounced with worn engine mounts or other components.

Fuel economy decrease

Over time, issues like clogged fuel injectors, dirty air filters, or malfunctioning sensors can reduce the overall fuel efficiency of the vehicle.

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