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How to Remove the Door Panel of a Smart Four

Model: Smart Smart 450 - Years 1998-2007
Part: Door trim panel

How do you remove the door panel on a Smart Four? This video explains how to proceed. Before starting the disassembly, disconnect the battery terminals. Use a lever or screwdriver to pry off the handle on the door panel, detach it, and disconnect the terminals of the window switch. Use a flat screwdriver to remove the screws on the panel, then use a plastic lever to unclip all the clips around the perimeter of the door. Pull the panel away using your hands, disconnecting the opening lever cable, the window lifter terminals, and the speaker connections. Finally, remove the outer panel by gripping it with your hands.

Updated on 27 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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