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How to Remove the Rear Bumper on Smart Fortwo 450

Model: Smart Smart 450 - Years 1998-2007
Part: Rear bumper

In this video, see how to remove the rear bumper from a Smart Fortwo 450 by following the instructions below. First, open the boot lid and remove the side screws of the bumper, as shown in the video; then remove the glass seal and take off the entire outer panel by disconnecting the connectors and cables at the back. At this point, unscrew the nuts found behind the panel and remove the screws of the cables using a Torx screwdriver; finally, unscrew the screws on the wheel arches and those on top of the bumper to remove it!

Updated on 5 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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