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All the parts you need to replace – Control Arm for PUNTO EVO Van (199_) and other FIAT models
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Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – FIAT PUNTO EVO Van (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 EVO Van (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 EVO Van (199_). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    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
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
    FIAT PUNTO EVO Van (199_) 1.4 (199.AXB1A) 2011 Control Arm replacement: free workshop manuals
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. FIAT PUNTO EVO Van (199_)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. 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 EVO Van (199_). Tip:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.
  6. 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.
  7. Step 8
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the front arm fastener. Use a drive socket #E18. Use a tap wrench.
  9. 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.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the fastening bolts. Use a drive socket #E18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 12
    Replacing Control Arm on FIAT PUNTO EVO Van (199_) 2011 1.4 (199.AXB1A) by yourself
    Release the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer.
  12. Step 13
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    Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the arm.
  14. 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.
  15. Step 16
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    Install a new arm.
    Replacement: front lower arm – FIAT PUNTO EVO Van (199_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  16. Step 17
    How to change Control Arm on FIAT PUNTO EVO Van (199_) 2009 - free PDF and video manuals
    Install the fastening bolts. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #E18. Use a tap wrench.
  17. Step 18
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    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.
  18. Step 19
    FIAT PUNTO EVO Van (199_) 1.4 (199.AXB1A) 2011 Control Arm replacement: free workshop manuals
    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  19. Step 20
    Changing Control Arm on FIAT PUNTO EVO Van (199_) 1.4 (199.AXB1A) 2012 by yourself
    Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.
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