2007 Smart Forfour (W454) — Repair Solution

1.5L M135.950 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol Auto · Gear Changing - Auto · Transmission & Clutch

Smart Forfour (W454) Gear Changing - Auto Transmission & Clutch Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Smart
Model: Forfour (W454)
Year: 2007
Engine: 1.5L M135.950 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 180,000
Area: Transmission & Clutch
Category: Gear Changing - Auto

Customer Complaint

The vehicle intermittently failed to engage reverse gear, often requiring several attempts before reverse would select. The reverse light operated normally each time the gear lever was moved to reverse.

Problem Summary

The reverse engagement failure occurred intermittently, both with the engine running and with the key on, engine off. There was no audible gear engagement when reverse was selected during a failed attempt, however after multiple selections the gear would eventually engage and the vehicle would drive normally in reverse.

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Quick Facts

CodeSMTW40730261
Vehicle2007 Smart Forfour (W454)
Engine1.5L M135.950 4cyl 16v DOHC MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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