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How to change front brake pads on Fiat Punto 188 – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Natural Power, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Bifuel, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Bipower (188BXA1A), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Natural Power (188BXA1A) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Natural Power, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Bifuel, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Bipower (188BXA1A), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Natural Power (188BXA1A) … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change front brake pads / front brake pad set on FIAT PUNTO 2 (188) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]
All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for PUNTO (188) and other FIAT models
Brake pad set
Alternative products
Brake pad set
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Wheel impact socket #19
Brake caliper wind back tool
Torque wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – Fiat Punto 188. AUTODOC experts recommend:
- Perform the replacement of brake pads in complete set for each axis. This provides effective braking.
- The replacement procedure is identical for all brake pads on the same axle.
- Please note: all work on the car – Fiat Punto 188 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
- Step 1
Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap. - Step 2
Secure the wheels with chocks. - Step 3
Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. - Step 4
Raise the front of the car and secure on supports. - Step 5
Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Fiat Punto 188 - Step 6
Remove the wheel. - Step 7
Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar. - Step 8
Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 9Remove the brake caliper cotter pin. Use a flat screwdriver.Step 10
Remove the brake caliper fastener. Use a flat screwdriver. - Step 11
Remove the brake caliper.Replacement: brake pads – Fiat Punto 188. Tip from AUTODOC experts:Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting from the brake hose to prevent depressurization of the brake system.Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging on the brake hose.Don't press the brake pedal after the brake caliper has been removed. As a result, the piston can fall out from the brake cylinder, and brake fluid leakage and depressurization of the system may occur. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary. - Step 12
Remove the brake pads.Replacement: brake pads – Fiat Punto 188. AUTODOC experts recommend:Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced. - Step 13
Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: brake discs – Fiat Punto 188. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes. - Step 14
Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.Replacement: brake pads – Fiat Punto 188. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.After applying the spray, wait a few minutes. - Step 15
Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool. - Step 16
Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.Replacement: brake pads – Fiat Punto 188. AUTODOC experts recommend:Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
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