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How to replace the soft top in the Smart

Model: Smart Smart 450 - Years 1998-2007
Part: Convertible top

In this video we're going to see how you can replace a soft top on your Smart by yourself. First, with the button located near the automatic gearbox, press the sunroof closing button, with the aid of a screwdriver and a hammer remove the side plastics, unscrew the screws and nuts present on the edges; proceed with the help of pliers to detach the sliding bars and the retaining hooks positioned at the top, on the soft top frame, so that the soft top can come out of its housing. At this point proceed with the replacement of the top and with the fixing of the same, taking care to fix well all the pieces removed.

Posted on 1 March 2023 by ScegliAuto

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