07 · Steering & suspension

Removing-refitting backplate

Make: Fiat
Model: Punto (176) Factory Service Manual
Year: 1993–1999
Section: Rear suspension › Removing-refitting backplate

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44 Suspension and wheelsRemoving-refitting backplate

View of the rear brake assembly with a hand using a tool on the backplate

P3M030G04

Icon showing a spanner turning a bolt with an arrow indicating removal direction

Illustrates fuel injection system component removal or installation

Close-up view of the handbrake cable mounting bracket area

P3M030G05

Removing-refitting backplate

Disconnect the handbrake cable from its mounting bracket and secure the backplate to the car in an appropriate manner, during removal and refitting of the trailing arm.

A hand using a wrench to remove the bottom bolt securing the damper to the trailing arm

P3M040G01

Removing bottom bolt securing damper to trailing arm

Compress the suspension using a hydraulic jack.

Two hands using wrenches to slacken the bolt securing the trailing arm to the chassis

P3M040G02

Slacken (without withdrawing) the bolt securing trailing arm to chassis

‹ Prev Tightening damper attachment bolts to correct torque Next › Withdrawing coil spring

Parts & tools for this job For 1993 Fiat Punto

TOOLCoil spring compressorSearch: coil spring compressor
TOOLBall joint separatorSearch: ball joint separator
PARTRear shock absorbersSearch: Fiat Punto 1993 rear shock absorbers

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