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How to Replace the Bulbs on a Smart Fortwo

Model: Smart Smart 451 - Years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
Part: Light bulb

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Want to replace the front headlamp bulbs on your Smart Fortwo? Let's see how to proceed. Open the plastic levers located at the sides of the front grille with your hands.

Once the front plastic is free, lift it upwards, then remove it from the vehicle body as shown in the video. After removing the mentioned piece, take out the headlamps from the vehicle body and replace the bulbs.

For reassembly: screw the headlamps back into place, secure the plastic cover at the front of the vehicle and then at the bottom. Finally, close the levers for the bonnet.


Updated on 27 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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