2016 Smart Fortwo
Vehicle Specs & Maintenance Data
The 2016 Smart Fortwo maintenance specs on this page cover the key fluids, torque values, and wear items you need for routine service. Use these numbers as a quick reference when performing oil changes, tire rotations, brake jobs, and other scheduled maintenance on your Smart Fortwo.
For oil changes, the 2016 Smart Fortwo takes 5W-30 Full Synthetic motor oil with a capacity of 3.3 quarts. Brake fluid type is DOT 4, the recommended coolant is MB 325.0 (Blue, silicate-free), and transmission fluid is MB 236.14. Always use the manufacturer-recommended fluids to maintain warranty coverage and engine longevity.
When mounting wheels on the Smart Fortwo, torque the lug nuts to 77 ft-lbs using a calibrated torque wrench. Over- or under-torquing can lead to warped brake rotors or loose wheels. Re-torque after 50 to 100 miles on newly installed wheels.
There is 1 NHTSA safety recall on file for the 2016 Smart Fortwo. Check the Recalls tab below for full details.
Specifications on this page are compiled from multiple publicly available sources including manufacturer documentation, NHTSA data, and automotive databases. Always cross-reference with your owner's manual or official factory documentation before purchasing parts or performing any service.
The 2016 Smart Fortwo uses 5W-30 Full Synthetic motor oil (3.3 qt capacity), requires lug nuts torqued to 77 ft-lbs, takes DOT 4 brake fluid.
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No known problems reported for this vehicle yet.
1 NHTSA safety recall for the 2016 Smart Fortwo. Check your VIN at NHTSA.gov
PARKING BRAKE
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2016 smart fortwo vehicles. In these vehicles, the lock nut that secures the parking brake cable to the parking brake lever may loosen over time, resulting in increased parking brake lever travel before the parking brake engages.
As the parking brake lever travel increases, the holding force may decrease to a point where the vehicle is no longer safely secured in all parking situations, allowing the vehicle to unexpectedly move when parked on a slope, increasing the risk of a crash.
MBUSA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake cable lock nut, free of charge. The recall began September 20, 2017. Owners may contact smart customer service at 1-877-496-3691.