How to carry out replacement: Control Arm on 1.3 D Multijet Fiat Punto 199
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How to replace the lower arm of the front independent suspension on Fiat Punto 199

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.3 D Multijet, FIAT PUNTO EVO (199) 1.3 D Multijet, FIAT PUNTO Van (199) 1.3 D Multijet, FIAT PUNTO (199) 1.3 D Multijet

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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

Published on: 29/06/2020
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Required tools:
Required tools:
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
AUTODOC recommends:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right lower control arms.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. How to change Control Arm on Fiat Punto 199 2008 - free PDF and video manuals
    Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. How to replace FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.3 D Multijet 2009 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Step 2
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
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    Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
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    Step 4
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
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    Step 5
    Remove the wheel.
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    Step 6
    Clean all joints of the arm.Use a wire brush.Use WD-40 spray.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.
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    Step 7
    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle.Use a combination spanner #16.Use a drive socket #16.Use a tap wrench.
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    Step 8
    Remove the fastening bolt.
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    Step 9
    Unscrew the front arm fastener.Use a drive socket #E18.Use a tap wrench.
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    Step 10
    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.
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    Step 11
    Remove the fastening bolts.Use a drive socket #E18.Use a ratchet wrench.
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    Step 12
    Release the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle.Use a flat metal-working chisel.Use a hammer.
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    Step 13
    Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle
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    Step 14
    Remove the arm.
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    Step 15
    Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm.Use a wire brush.Use WD-40 spray.
  16. How to change Control Arm on Fiat Punto 199 2008 - free PDF and video manuals
    Step 16
    Install a new arm.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  17. How to replace FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.3 D Multijet 2009 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Step 17
    Install the fastening bolts.Use a combination spanner #18.Use a drive socket #E18.Use a tap wrench.
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    Step 18
    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.
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    Step 19
    Support the arm.Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
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    Step 20
    Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.
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    Step 21
    Install the fastening bolt.
  22. How hard is it to do yourself: Control Arm replacement on Fiat Punto 199 1.4 Natural Power 2014 - download illustrated guide
    Step 22
    Screw the fasteners of the ball joint.Use a combination spanner #16.Use a drive socket #16.Use a ratchet wrench.
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    Step 23
    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.
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    Step 24
    Tighten the front fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe.Use a drive socket #E18.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 80 Nm torque.
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    Step 25
    Tighten the rear fastener connecting the arm to the body subframe.Use a drive socket #E18.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 80 Nm torque.
  26. Replacing Control Arm on Fiat Punto 199 2018 1.3 D Multijet by yourself
    Step 26
    Tighten the ball joint fastener.Use a drive socket #16.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 50 nm torque.
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    Step 27
    Remove the support from under the arm.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Lower the hydraulic transmission jack smoothly, without jerks, to avoid damaging assemblies and mechanisms.
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    Step 28
    Treat all joints of the arm.Use copper grease.
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    Step 29
    Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim.Use copper grease.
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    Step 30
    Clean the brake disk surface.Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  31. How to change Control Arm on Fiat Punto 199 2008 - free PDF and video manuals
    Step 31
    Install the wheel.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
  32. How to replace FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.3 D Multijet 2009 Control Arm - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Step 32
    Screw in the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
  33. Fiat Punto 199 1.4 2010 Control Arm replacement: free workshop manuals
    Step 33
    Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 120 nm torque.
  34. Changing Control Arm on FIAT GRANDE PUNTO (199) 1.4 16V 2011 by yourself
    Step 34
    Remove the jacks and chocks.
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