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How to replace the starter motor on the 2014 Smart 453

Model: Smart Smart 453 - Years 2014-2022
Part: Starter motor

In this video we will see the procedure to replace the starter motor of the 2014 Smart 453. The first thing to do is turn off the car, pull the handbrake and open the front hood. At this point, it is necessary to detach the oil vapor recovery pipe with the help of a lever. This piece will then be set aside. We then disassemble the tube that connects to the air filter and then the petrol tube. Next, we unplug the connectors, as shown in the video. The video shows us step by step how to remove all the other engine components, up to the replacement of the actual starter motor.

Posted on 18 August 2022 by ScegliAuto

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