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Replacing the Rev Counter Clock on a Smart 451

Model: Smart Smart 451 - Years 2007-2015
Part: Clock

The video shows how to replace the rev counter clock on a Smart 451. This is an extremely simple operation that requires little time and some manual skills. First, remove the outer plastic by rotating it forward and then unscrewing the screw. Next, remove the Torx screws that hold the clocks to the dashboard and disconnect the cable that allows them to function. At this point, everything can be removed. Carry out the replacement and then perform the reassembly operations in the same sequence, but in reverse order of disassembly.

Updated on 2 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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