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How to change rear shock absorbers on FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) – replacement guide
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.4 Natural Power, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.3 D Multijet, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.2, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.4 (199AXH1A), FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.3 D Multijet, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.4 LPG, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.2, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.4 (199AXB1A), FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.4 16V, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.4 16V (199AXW1A), FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.3 D Multijet (199AXC1A, 199BXC1A, 199AXT1A, 199BXT1A), FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.3 D Multijet, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.6 D Multijet, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.3 D Multijet (199AXD1B, 199AXD1A, 199BXD1B, 199BXD1A,... … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.4 Natural Power, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.3 D Multijet, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.2, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.4 (199AXH1A), FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.3 D Multijet, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.4 LPG, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.2, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.4 (199AXB1A), FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.4 16V, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.4 16V (199AXW1A), FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.3 D Multijet (199AXC1A, 199BXC1A, 199AXT1A, 199BXT1A), FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.3 D Multijet, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.6 D Multijet, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.3 D Multijet (199AXD1B, 199AXD1A, 199BXD1B, 199BXD1A,... … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for PUNTO EVO (199) and other FIAT models
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Drive socket # 10
Drive socket # 16
Drive socket # E16
Drive socket # E18
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Shock absorber socket #DD6
Vice
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: shock absorbers – FIAT PUNTO EVO (199). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
- Both shock absorbers of the rear suspension should be replaced simultaneously.
- The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right shock absorbers of the rear suspension.
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: shock absorbers – FIAT PUNTO EVO (199). Take the following steps:
- Step 1
Secure the wheels with chocks. - Step 2
Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. - Step 3Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.Step 4
Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) - Step 5
Remove the wheel. - Step 6
Unscrew the wheel arch cover fasteners. Use a drive socket #10. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 7
Move the part aside. - Step 8
Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 9
Support the rear suspension beam. Use a hydraulic transmission jack. - Step 10
Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #E18. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 11
Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use a drive socket #E16. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 12
Lower the hydraulic transmission jack by 10-15 cm.AUTODOC recommends:Replacement: shock absorbers – FIAT PUNTO EVO (199). Lower the transmission jack smoothly, without jerks, to avoid damaging components and mechanisms. - Step 13
Remove the fastening bolt. - Step 14
Remove the shock absorber. - Step 15
Grip the shock absorber in a vice. - Step 16
Clean the shock absorber rod fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 17
Remove the shock absorber piston rod fastening. Use a shock absorber socket DD№6. Use a drive socket #16. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 18
Remove the shock absorber mount, boot and bump stop.Replacement: shock absorbers – FIAT PUNTO EVO (199). Tip:Τhoroughly examine the shock absorber mount, dust boot, bump stop. Replace them if necessary.Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times. - Step 19
Install the mount, boot and bump stop onto a new shock absorber. - Step 20
Tighten the shock absorber rod nut. Use a shock absorber socket DD№6. Use a drive socket #16. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 35 nm torque. - Step 21
Release the vice and take out the shock absorber. - Step 22
Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray. - Step 23
Treat the shock absorber rod fastener. Use copper grease.
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