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How to remove the outer door panel of the Smart Fortwo.

Model: Smart Smart 451 - Years 2007-2015
Part: Door trim panel

These short steps will show us how to disassemble and replace the exterior panel of the Smart Fortwo door. First, we open the front door and start unscrewing the fastening screws of the external opening handle and all the other screws located on the sides of the door panel; this way we can remove the exterior door panel, as shown in the video. At this point, it will be possible to access the window mechanism, lock, and side glass; if necessary, we replace the damaged components with new ones, applying the reverse procedure!

Posted on 16 November 2023 by ScegliAuto

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