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How to Remove the Front Panel of a Smart Fortwo

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

Do you want to open the front panel of your Smart Fortwo for maintenance and top-ups? 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 body of the vehicle as shown in the video. After removing the piece, perform maintenance on your car. To reassemble, secure the plastic cover on the front of the panel and then at the bottom. Finally, close the bonnet release levers with your hands.

Updated on 27 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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