Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.2, FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.4 Natural Power, FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.3 D Multijet, FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.4 (199AXB1A), FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.4 LPG, FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.9 D Multijet, FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.6 D Multijet, FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.2, FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.4 (199AXB11, 199AXB1A, 199BXB1A, 199AXL1A), FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.3 D Multijet, FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.3 D Multijet (199.AXD11, 199.AXD1A, 199.AXD1B,..., FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.9 D Multijet, FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.9 D Multijet, FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.4 16V (199BXG1B, 199AXG1B), FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.4 T-Jet (199AXM1A, 199BXM1A, 199BXN1A) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front suspension arm / front control arm on FIAT PUNTO 199 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Control Arm for GRANDE PUNTO (199) and other FIAT models
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Link Set, wheel suspension
Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – Fiat Punto 199. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #16
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # E18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Flat chisel
Hammer
Tap wrench
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: front lower arm – Fiat Punto 199. AUTODOC recommends:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right lower control arms.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: front lower arm – Fiat Punto 199. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Control Arm on Fiat Grande Punto 199 2005 - free PDF and video manuals
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 3
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Fiat Punto 199
  5. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 6
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Replacement: front lower arm – Fiat Punto 199. Tip:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.
  7. Step 7
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    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #16. Use a tap wrench.
  8. Step 8
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  9. Step 9
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    Unscrew the front arm fastener. Use a drive socket #E18. Use a tap wrench.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the rear fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #E18. Use a tap wrench.
  11. Step 11
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    Remove the fastening bolts. Use a drive socket #E18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 12
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    Release the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer.
  13. Step 13
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    Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle.
  14. Step 14
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    Remove the arm.
  15. Step 15
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    Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  16. Step 16
    How to change Control Arm on Fiat Grande Punto 199 2005 - free PDF and video manuals
    Install a new arm.
    Replacement: front lower arm – Fiat Punto 199. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  17. Step 17
    How to replace FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.3 D Multijet 2006 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Install the fastening bolts. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #E18. Use a tap wrench.
  18. Step 18
    Fiat Grande Punto 199 1.4 (199AXB11, 199AXB1A, 199BXB1A, 199AXL1A) 2007 Control Arm replacement: free workshop manuals
    Screw the rear fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #E18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  19. Step 19
    Changing Control Arm on FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.3 D Multijet (199.AXD11, 199.AXD1A, 199.AXD1B,... 2008 by yourself
    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  20. Step 20
    How to remove FIAT GRANDE PUNTO 1.4 16V (199BXG1B, 199AXG1B) 2009 Control Arm - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.
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