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How to Remove the Front Bumper and Side Panels

Model: Smart Smart 450 - Years 1998-2007
Part: Front bumper

Removing the front bumper is seemingly simple, provided you know exactly where to leverage with a flat-head screwdriver to detach the grille, which is secured to the bodywork with clips. An electric screwdriver allows for quick removal of the rear grille as well. Removing the side panels is a bit more complicated, as you need to work from the inside to extract various screws and plastics, an operation that can sometimes, as seen in the video, present some snags that can be resolved without issues with a bit of practical sense.

Updated on 2 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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