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How to Replace the Brake Pedal Switch on a Smart?

Model: Smart Smart 450 - Years 1998-2007
Part: Checks and maintenance

To replace the brake pedal switch on a Smart, secure the pedal using an object to keep it pressed down. Next, lift the car using a ramp and access the components located underneath: here, unscrew the screws that secure the cover of the gearbox to access the switch. The switch can then be disconnected and replaced with a new spare part; after replacement, refit the lower cover of the gearbox.

Updated on 3 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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