Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake Pad Set, disc brake : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
FIAT 500 (312) 1.2, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Bipower (188BXA1A), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Natural Power (188BXA1A), FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Natural Power, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Bifuel, FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 60 (188.030, .050, .130, .150, .230, .250), FIAT PANDA (169) 1.2 LPG, FIAT PANDA (169) 1.2 LPG, FIAT PANDA (169) 1.1, FIAT PANDA (169) 1.2, FIAT PANDA (169) 1.2, FIAT PANDA (169) 1.2 Natural Power, FIAT PUNTO (176) 1.2 16V, FIAT PUNTO (176) 1.7 D, FIAT PUNTO (176) 1.7 TD, FIAT PUNTO (176) 55 1.1, FIAT PUNTO (176) 60 1.2, FIAT PUNTO (176) 75 1.2, FIAT PUNTO (176) 1.7 TD, FIAT PUNTO (176) 60 1.2, FIAT Seicento / 600 Hatchback (187_) 0.9 (187AXA, 187AXA1A), FIAT Seicento / 600 Hatchback (187_) 1.1 (187AXB, 187AXB1A, 187AXC1A02), FIAT Seicento / 600 Hatchback (187_) Elektra (187AEA1A, 187BEA1A), FIAT CINQUECENTO (170) 0.9 i.e. S (170AF, 170CF), FIAT CINQUECENTO (170) 0.7 (170AA), FIAT CINQUECENTO (170) 0.9 (170AB), FIAT CINQUECENTO (170) 0.7 i (170AD), FIAT CINQUECENTO (170) 0.9 i.e. (170AC), FIAT CINQUECENTO (170) 1.1 Sporting (170AH), FIAT PUNTO Van (188AX) 1.2 60, FIAT PUNTO Van (188AX) 1.2 Natural Power (188CXA1A), FIAT PANDA Van (169) 1.2, FIAT PANDA Van (169) 1.4 Natural Power, FIAT PANDA Van (169) 1.1, FIAT PANDA Van (169) 1.2, FIAT PANDA Van (169) 1.2 LPG, FIAT PANDA Van (169) 1.2 Natural Power, FIAT PANDA Van (169) 1.2 LPG, FIAT PUNTO Convertible (176C) 85 16V 1.2, FIAT PUNTO Convertible (176C) 60 1.2, FIAT PUNTO Convertible (176C) 60 1.2, FIAT Seicento / 600 Van (287_) 1.1 (187CXB/C), FIAT Seicento / 600 Van (287_) 0.9 (187AXA), FIAT PUNTO Van (176L) 1.7 TD, FIAT PUNTO Van (176L) 1.1, FIAT PUNTO Van (176L) 1.7 D, FIAT Cinquecento Box Body / Hatchback (170) 1.1 iE (170AH), FIAT Cinquecento Box Body / Hatchback (170) 0.9 iE (170CF) … 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, disc brake

      FIAT 500 (312) 1.2
    
      FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Bipower (188BXA1A)
    
      FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Bifuel
    
      FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Natural Power
    
      FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 60 (188.030, .050, .130, .150, .230, .250)
    
      FIAT PUNTO (188) 1.2 Natural Power (188BXA1A)
    
      FIAT PANDA (169) 1.1
    
      FIAT PANDA (169) 1.2
    
      FIAT PANDA (169) 1.2 LPG

Replacement: brake pads – Fiat Punto 188. Professionals recommend:

                        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

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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 9

Remove 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.
Step 17

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Fiat Punto 188. AUTODOC recommends:

Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 18

Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 19

Install the brake caliper fastener.
Step 20

Install the brake caliper cotter pin.
Step 21

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 22

Clean the brake disk surface.Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: brake pads – Fiat Punto 188. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 23

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:

Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. Fiat Punto 188
Step 24

Screw in the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 25

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 26

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – Fiat Punto 188. Professionals recommend:

Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 27

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.

Replacement: brake pads – Fiat Punto 188. Tip from AUTODOC:

Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.
Step 28

Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – Fiat Punto 188. AUTODOC recommends:

Slow down smoothly for first 150-200 km after the brake pads replacement. Avoid unneccessary and sharp braking to a stop.

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