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How to replace the third brake light on the Smart 451

Model: Smart Smart 451 - Years 2007-2015

If the brake light located on the rear of the roof of your Smart 451 does not illuminate, you must replace the bulb. Below, we will discover how to carry out this operation independently. First, switch off the car and park it on a flat surface. Reach the light in question and unscrew all the screws holding it in place with a suitable screwdriver. Once done, pull the light towards you and disconnect the bulb. At this point, simply replace the bulb. Finally, correctly reposition the light and re-screw all the screws removed earlier.

Updated on 23 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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