Bonnet lid - alignment
- Make
- Fiat
- Model
- Grande Punto Factory Service Manual
- Year
- 2005–2012
- Section
- Compartment covers › Bonnet lid - alignment
BONNET LID - ALIGNMENT
- Raise the bonnet lid.
1. If necessary, adjust the buffers.
1. If necessary, loosen the bolts with nut (1a) and adjust the position of lock (1b).
NOTE: The arrows indicate the possible movements.
2. Tighten the bolts with nut.
| Component | Fastening | dia | Value (daNm) | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| bonnet striker | Bolt | M6 | 0.6 ÷ 1.0 |
1. If necessary, loosen the bolts (1a) for the hinges on both sides of the vehicle and adjust the position of the bonnet lid (1b).
NOTE: The arrows indicate the possible movements.
2. Tighten the bolts for the hinges.
| Component | Fastening | dia | Value (daNm) | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hinges on bonnet | Bolt | M6 | 0.6 ÷ 1.0 |
- If the adjustments indicated in the previous points are insufficient, adjust the position of the bonnet hinges as described below.
1. Loosen the bolts (1a) fixing the hinges (1b) and adjust the position until the bonnet is aligned.
NOTE: The arrows indicate the possible movements.
2. Tighten the bolts for the hinges.
| Component | Fastening | dia | Value (daNm) | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonnet hinges to bodyshell | Bolt | M8 | 2.25 ÷ 2.75 |
- Repaint the hinge area.
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