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How to Replace the Air Filter on the Smart 450

Model: Smart Smart 450 - Years 1998-2007
Part: Air filter

If you want to avoid overheating or loss of power in your Smart 450, you must periodically replace the air filter. Below, we will discover how to perform this operation independently. First, turn off your Smart 450 and go to the rear area. Lift the bonnet and locate the air filter box on the left side. Now, simply remove the cover of the box and proceed to replace the old filter with the new one. Finally, refit the cover and you are done.

Updated on 31 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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