Service and repair manuals for 6 model years of the Smart Forfour, 2005 to 2018. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Smart published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 1.5L I4 — 91 cu in, DOHC · 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, DOHC · 0.9L I3 — 55 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.
01 / Model yearsChoose your Forfour year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | $49.99 | — | 1.0L I3; 0.9L I3 | Prime Hatchback 4-Door · Brabus Hatchback 4-Door · Passion Hatchback 4-Door · Base Hatchback 4-Door | select |
| 2017 | $49.99 | — | 1.0L I3; 0.9L I3 | Base Coupe 2-Door · Turbo Coupe 2-Door | select |
| 2016 | $49.99 | — | 1.0L I3 | Prime Coupe 4-Door · Passion Coupe 4-Door | select |
| 2007 | $29.99 | — | 1.5L I4 | Pulse Hatchback 4-Door | select |
| 2006 | $29.99 | — | 1.5L I4 | Pulse Hatchback 4-Door | select |
| 2005 | $29.99 | — | 1.5L I4 | Pulse Hatchback 4-Door | select |
02 / Other yearsOther Forfour years
2018 Smart Forfour · $49.99 select →
Engines: 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, DOHC; 0.9L I3 — 55 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Prime Hatchback 4-Door · Brabus Hatchback 4-Door · Passion Hatchback 4-Door · Base Hatchback 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2018 Forfour.
2017 Smart Forfour · $49.99 select →
Engines: 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, DOHC; 0.9L I3 — 55 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged. Trims: Base Coupe 2-Door · Turbo Coupe 2-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2017 Forfour.
2016 Smart Forfour · $49.99 select →
Engines: 1.0L I3 — 61 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Prime Coupe 4-Door · Passion Coupe 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2016 Forfour.
2007 Smart Forfour · $29.99 select →
Engines: 1.5L I4 — 91 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Pulse Hatchback 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2007 Forfour.
2006 Smart Forfour · $29.99 select →
Engines: 1.5L I4 — 91 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Pulse Hatchback 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2006 Forfour.
2005 Smart Forfour · $29.99 select →
Engines: 1.5L I4 — 91 cu in, DOHC. Trims: Pulse Hatchback 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2005 Forfour.
03 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore Forfour manual | $29.99–$49.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the Forfour manual
Which Forfour years does this manual cover?
Every year from 2005 to 2018 — 6 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Smart Forfour manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Smart published for the Forfour, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include Forfour wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Forfour manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Why do some Forfour years cost more?
Pricing follows the manual: 2005–2007 at $29.99, 2016–2018 at $49.99. Newer model years have substantially larger manuals with more systems, control modules and diagrams.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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