Workshop Manuals Factory service & repair Fiat
01 00 Introduction and technical data02 10 Engine03 18 Clutch04 21 Gearbox and differential05 33 Braking system06 41 Steering07 44 Suspension and wheels08 50 Auxiliary units09 55 Electrical system10 70 Bodywork
Fiat Punto (176) Factory Service Manual (1993-1999)09 · 55 Electrical system
09 · Electrical

Refitting steering wheel

Make
Fiat
Model
Punto (176) Factory Service Manual
Year
1993–1999
Section
Air bag › Refitting steering wheel
55 Electrical systemRefitting steering wheel · page 1 of 2
Diagram showing hands removing a red warranty adhesive tape from the steering column switch unit
- completely remove the red coloured warranty adhesive tape;

If this tape is not properly removed it could cause noise through interference with the upper part of the steering column switch unit when the steering wheel is rotated.

Diagram showing hands connecting a cable with a yellow outer casing to the clock spring and fitting it onto a fixing spring on the steering column switch unit
- if the clock spring is replaced or refitted, connect the connector for the cable with the yellow outer casing to the clock spring and check that it is attached; - if fitted, fit the cable with the yellow outer casing on the fixing spring located on the upper part of the steering column switch unit.

Refitting steering wheel

Diagram showing cables being introduced into the steering wheel hub and the steering wheel being aligned for refitting

Make sure that the wheels are completely steered to the right.

- Carefully introduce firstly the cable with the white connector and then the cable with the black connector through the special square shaped slit in the steering wheel hub; - fit the steering wheel ensuring that the references marked previously coincide;

When refitting the steering wheel, pay attention to the clock spring centering tabs which should pass through the slit without force.

Parts & tools for this job For 1993 Fiat Punto

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