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How to Remove the Bonnet on a Smart Fortwo

Model: Smart Smart 451 - Years 2007-2015
Part: Body

To open the front bumper of the Smart Fortwo for bulb maintenance, follow these steps: open the plastic levers located at the sides of the front grille with your hands. Once the front plastic is free, lift it upwards with your hands, then remove it from the bodywork as shown in the video. After removing the mentioned piece, replace the damaged bulbs. To reassemble, secure the plastic cover at the front of the car and then at the bottom. Finally, close the bonnet release levers with your hands.

Updated on 4 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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