Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
FIAT PUNTO (199) 0.9 Bifuel, FIAT PUNTO (199) 1.4 Multi Air, FIAT PUNTO (199) 1.4 (199AXB1A, 199BXB1A, 199BXB11, 199AXB11), FIAT PUNTO (199) 1.2 (199AXZ1A, 199BXZ1A), FIAT PUNTO (199) 1.4 (199AXH1A, 199BXH1A), FIAT PUNTO (199) 0.9 Twinair Turbo, FIAT PUNTO (199) 1.3 D Multijet, FIAT PUNTO (199) 1.3 D Multijet, FIAT PUNTO (199) 1.4 Turbo Multi Air, FIAT PUNTO (199) 1.3 D Multijet, FIAT PUNTO (199) 1.4 Natural Power, FIAT PUNTO (199) 0.9, FIAT PUNTO (199) 1.4 Bifuel, FIAT PUNTO (199) 0.9, FIAT PUNTO (199) 1.3 D Multijet, FIAT PUNTO (199) 1.2 (199AYL1A, 199BYL1A) View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Track Rod End for PUNTO (199) and other FIAT models
Tools
Replacement: track rod end – FIAT PUNTO (199). Tools you need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #15
Combination spanner #22
Drive socket # 17
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Vernier caliper
Wheel chock
Replacement: track rod end – FIAT PUNTO (199). AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace tie rod ends in pairs.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the right and left tie rod ends.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: track rod end – FIAT PUNTO (199). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Track Rod End on Fiat Punto mk3 199 2012 - free PDF and video manuals
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace FIAT PUNTO (199) 1.2 (199AXZ1A, 199BXZ1A) 2013 Track Rod End - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    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 mk3 199 1.4 Natural Power 2014 Track Rod End replacement: free workshop manuals
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. FIAT PUNTO (199)
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
    How to remove FIAT PUNTO 1.4 (199AXB1A, 199BXB1A, 199BXB11, 199AXB11) 2016 Track Rod End - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Clean the fastener connecting the tie rod end to the steering knuckle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
    How to replace Track Rod End on FIAT PUNTO (199) 2017: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Unscrew the end fastening nut to the steering knuckle. Use a drive socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  7. Step 8
    How hard is it to do yourself: Track Rod End replacement on Fiat Punto mk3 199 1.2 (199AYL1A, 199BYL1A) 2018 - download illustrated guide
    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.
  8. Step 9
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    Loosen the lock nut securing the tie rod end to the tie rod. Use a combination spanner #22.
  9. Step 10
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    Disconnect the tie rod end from the steering knuckle.
  10. Step 11
    FIAT PUNTO 1.2 (199AXZ1A, 199BXZ1A) Track Rod End replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Screw the end out of the tie rod.
  11. Step 12
    Replacing Track Rod End on Fiat Punto mk3 199 2022 1.2 (199AXZ1A, 199BXZ1A) by yourself
    Clean the mounting seats of the tie rod end. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 13
    PUNTO (199) 1.4 (199AXB1A, 199BXB1A, 199BXB11, 199AXB11) 2023 Track Rod End DIY replacement workshop manual
    Screw on a new tie rod end.
    Replacement: track rod end – FIAT PUNTO (199). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    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
    How to change Track Rod End on FIAT PUNTO (199) 2024 - tips and tricks
    Connect the tie rod end to the steering knuckle.
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