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Guide to replacing the starter motor of the Smart Fortwo 0.8 CDI.

Model: Smart Smart 450 - Years 1998-2007
Part: Starter motor

In this video tutorial, we will see the main steps useful for disassembling and replacing the starter motor of the Smart Fortwo 0.8 CDI. First, we open the rear hatch to access the engine compartment; then we locate our starter motor, where it will be necessary to disconnect various pipes to access it, as shown in the video. At this point, we unscrew its fixing screws and disconnect the electrical wiring to remove it and replace it with the new original one (or repair it), following the video tutorial until the end!

Posted on 25 September 2023 by ScegliAuto

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