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How to Remove the Climate Control Switches or Dials of the Smart Forfour

Model: Smart Forfour W454, MK 1 - Years 2004-2006
Part: A/C controls

In today's video tutorial, learn how to remove and replace the climate control switches or dials of the central instrument panel of the Smart Forfour. First, get inside the vehicle and start by unscrewing the screws located under the climate control switches using a Torx screwdriver; then gently remove the control dials before taking off the plastic cover, as shown in the video. At this point, replace the dials if necessary; all that's left is to reassemble everything by applying the reverse procedure!

Updated on 10 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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