How to carry out replacement: Track Rod End 1.3 JTD Fiat Punto 188AX
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How to change track rod end on FIAT Punto II Van (188) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Track Rod End for PUNTO Van (188AX) and other FIAT models
How to change Track rod end on Fiat Punto 188AX 1.3 JTD – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair Track rod end
Tools
Replacement: track rod end – FIAT PUNTO Van (188AX). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Drive socket # 17
Combination spanner #20
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Vernier caliper
Tap wrench
Wheel chock
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Replacement: track rod end – FIAT PUNTO Van (188AX). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Replace tie rod ends in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the right and left tie rod ends.
  • Please note: all work on the car – FIAT PUNTO Van (188AX) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace FIAT PUNTO Van (188AX) 1.3 JTD 2001 Track Rod End - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. FIAT PUNTO Van (188AX)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean the fastener connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    When deinstalling, mark or measure the precise position of the ball joint on the track rod, or count the number of turns in order to prevent misalignment afterward. Use a vernier caliper.
  7. Step 8
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    Loosen the lock nut securing the tie rod end to the tie rod. Use a combination spanner #20.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  9. Step 10
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    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.
  10. Step 11
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    Screw the end out of the tie rod.
  11. Step 12
    Replacing Track Rod End on Fiat Punto 188AX 2000 1.3 JTD by yourself
    Clean the mounting seats of the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 13
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    Screw on a new tie rod end.
    Replacement: track rod end – FIAT PUNTO Van (188AX). Professionals recommend:
    While installing the steering rod end remember to make the same number of turns or to leave the same length of thread showing as per your measurements.
  13. Step 14
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    Treat the threaded part of the tie rod. Use copper grease.
  14. Step 15
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    Connect the tie rod end to the steering knuckle.
  15. Step 16
    DIY replacement of Track Rod End on FIAT PUNTO Van (188AX) 1.3 D Multijet 2004 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Screw on the fastening nut that connects the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
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