Arch Extensions
Arch Extensions for Smart City Coupe
These are really only designed to fit the rear arches of the smart
but they fit the front ones just as easily and look really good.
First job is to go to smart and place an order. part number : 0015595 V001 C22A 00
For that you get 2 arch extensions and the appropriate clips,
if you are doing all 4 arches you will need to order 2 lots.
Smart fit them by holding the extension in place and twisting all the plastic
hooks under the arch which is awkward and can damage the clips.
There is a much easier way to do it.
Look at the inside lip of the wheel arch and you will notice it is thinner at one end and thicker at
the other. You will also notice the extension hooks are shorter at one end and longer at the other.
Hold the extension so the larger hook clips over the thinner lip in the arch and slowly pull the entire
part in an arc. Ensure that all the subsequent hooks clip over the arch lip as you pull it round.
As you pull it over the top of the arch you will hear a click, take the metal clips and push them
into the recesses to hold the arch extensions in place. Repeat for the other rear arch.
When you do the front arches you won't hear a click, pull them over the arch until the larger
hook is touching the wider lip. Make sure both sides are level before applying the clips.
Here are some pictures of them in situ, yes the car's dirty, it always is.
If I cleaned my car when it was dirty I'd never have time to mod it.