Is The 2009 Smart ForTwo Automatic Transmission Flat Towable?
Updated 07/02/2024 | Published 06/24/2024
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Is the 2009 Smart Fortwo with AUTOMATIC transmission flat towable? I am looking to buy one soon but I really need to know. I’ve seen in previous answers on this sit you have said the electric models are not flat towable and the standard/manual transmission ones are but what about those with AUTOMATIC transmissions?
asked by: Tony W
Expert Reply:
Hello Tony. I looked over the owners manual for a 2009 Smart ForTwo, and they do state that the recommended towing method is that the vehicle be transported with all wheels off the ground using a flatbed car trailer. If this method is not available, the vehicle may be towed with all wheels on the ground using a tow bar connected to another vehicle. The owners manual does not mention that the automatic transmission being an exclusion, so based on this I have to assume it can be safely towed with all four wheels on the ground. You can always check with a Smart dealership if you want additional confirmation. Here are the parts I recommend for flat towing your Smart car:
- Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms # BX1987
- etrailer SD Non-Binding Tow Bar for Blue Ox and Curt Base Plates - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 6K lbs # e47ZR
- Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit # RM-15267
- Roadmaster Battery Disconnect with Switch for Towed Vehicle w/ Flat Tow Brake System - Gas # RM-766
- Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional # SM99251
- Smart Car Brake Pedal Adapter for Demco Air Force One and Stay-IN-Play Duo Braking Systems # SM99602
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