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How to change front anti roll bar links on Fiat Punto 188 – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 16V 80 (188.233, .235, .253, .255, .333, .353, .639,..., FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.8 130 HGT (188.738, .718), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.9 JTD 80 (188.237, .257, .337, .357), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.9 DS 60 (188.031, .051, .231, .251), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.9 JTD, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.3 JTD 16V, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.4, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Natural Power, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.9 JTD, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Bifuel, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.4 (188AXM1A, 188BXM1A), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Bipower (188BXA1A), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Natural Power (188BXA1A), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.4 (199BXB1A, 199AXB1A), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.4 … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 16V 80 (188.233, .235, .253, .255, .333, .353, .639,..., FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.8 130 HGT (188.738, .718), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.9 JTD 80 (188.237, .257, .337, .357), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.9 DS 60 (188.031, .051, .231, .251), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.9 JTD, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.3 JTD 16V, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.4, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Natural Power, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.9 JTD, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Bifuel, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.4 (188AXM1A, 188BXM1A), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Bipower (188BXA1A), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Natural Power (188BXA1A), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.4 (199BXB1A, 199AXB1A), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.4 … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change front anti roll bar link / front drop link on FIAT PUNTO 2 (188) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Anti Roll Bar Links for PUNTO (188) and other FIAT models
Anti-roll bar link
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Drive socket # 13
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
AUTODOC recommends:
- Replace the stabiliser links on Fiat Punto 188 in pairs.
- The replacement procedure is identical for both stabiliser links on the same axle.
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: anti roll bar links – Fiat Punto 188. Take the following steps:
- Step 1Secure the wheels with chocks.
- Step 2Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
- Step 3Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
- Step 4Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Fiat Punto 188
- Step 5Remove the wheel.
- Step 6Clean the stabiliser link fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: anti roll bar links – Fiat Punto 188. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.
- Step 7Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer bar with the control arm. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 8Remove the stabilizer bush brackets. Use a crowbar.Step 9Remove the stabilizer rod. Use a crowbar.Replacement: anti roll bar links – Fiat Punto 188. Tip from AUTODOC experts:Examine stabiliser bushes. Replace them if needed.
- Step 10Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
- Step 11Clean the mounting seats of the stabiliser link. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 12Install a new rod, tighten the fasteners. Use a crowbar.
- Step 13Install the stabilizer bush brackets. Use a crowbar.
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