Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Fiat
01 General information02 Specifications03 Manufacturing data and tolerances04 Tightening torques05 Fluids and lubricants06 Maintenance07 Diagnostic checks08 Engine09 Clutch10 Gearbox and differential11 Axles and driveshafts12 Brakes13 Steering14 Suspension and wheels15 Heating, air conditioning and auxiliary units16 Electrical equipment17 Body fittings18 Body panels and frame19 Wiring diagrams and electrical functions20 Wiring harnesses21 Connectors and pin-outs22 Fault diagnosis23 Special tools
Fiat Grande Punto Factory Service Manual (2005-2012)22 · Fault diagnosis
22 · Diagnostics

Noise in front seat adjustment

Make
Fiat
Model
Grande Punto Factory Service Manual
Year
2005–2012
Section
Noise / vibrations › Noise in front seat adjustment
Fault diagnosisNoise in front seat adjustment

NOISE IN FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT

Noise, guide longitudinal clearance, double attachment, hardness of guide sliding, twist effect

Test results
1CHECK ON CORRECT TIGHTENING CYCLEAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Loosen the bolts securing the seat to the floor (4 M10 bolts) and carry out the correct tightening cycleMove on to Step 2Regular slidingsRetighten the seat following the correct fitting cycle
2CHECK FOR PRESENCE OF INTERFERENCEAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Remove the seat and check for any interference with the carpet or sound insulation under the guidesMove on to Step 4Interference under the guidesRemove the interference and retighten the seat following the correct cycle
3CHECK ON FLATNESS OF BODYSHELL BACKREST FOR SECURING SEATAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check that the bodyshell bracket for securing the seat is properly flatMove on to Step 4Lack of planarity between internal and external bracketsPlace a correct size shim between the guide and the bracket
4CHECK ON GUIDE SLIDINGAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check that the guides slide correctlyMove on to Step 5Guide sliding regular

Replace the guide release mounting (distorted)

Op. 7045A29 FRONT SEAT SLIDING CONTROL LEVER (ONE), LEFT OR RIGHT - R.R

5CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check that the fault is no longer presentEnd of diagnosisThe fault persists

Replace the guides

Op. 7045A67 SLIDING GUIDE (ONE), LEFT OR RIGHT FOR FRONT SEAT - R.R WITH SEAT REMOVED

Parts & tools for this job For 2005 Fiat Grande Punto

Links open Amazon search results in a new tab. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.