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Front Disassembly and Replacement of Front Headlamp Bulbs

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

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To replace the front headlamp bulbs, first remove the front fairing. Start by removing the side skirt by releasing the clips at the rear and pulling it sideways.

Then, unscrew the fixing screws of the front wing (including the one hidden by the side skirt and those along the inner door pillar) and remove the antenna cover (there are two more screws underneath). Repeat the same steps on the other side.

Detach and remove the cover of the front bonnet and unscrew the other screws along the inner edge: at this point, you can detach and remove the front trim by disconnecting the side indicator bulbs. Now, you can remove the headlamps by disconnecting the connectors attached to them and removing the protective caps from the bulb holders to replace the original bulbs with HID ones, connecting the original plug and that of the new bulb to the wiring supplied with the kit, along with the new cover to be applied behind the headlamp, securing it with the appropriate clip.

Finally, reassemble the headlamps and the fairing in reverse order: if necessary, replace the clips for securing the side skirts.


Updated on 4 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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