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 (page 2 of 2)

Make
Fiat
Model
Punto (176) Factory Service Manual
Year
1993–1999
Section
Air bag
55 Electrical systemRefitting steering wheel · page 2 of 2
Diagram showing a tool tightening a nut on the steering wheel column

5,5 daNm

  • push the steering wheel downwards in the tapered housing; the upper clock spring ring should automatically lock in place;
  • tighten a new nut fixing the steering wheel to a torque of 5.5 daNm;
Diagram showing hands using a tool to stake a nut on the steering column
  • stake the new nut securing the steering wheel to the steering column;
Diagram showing hands fitting a rubber shield and connecting a black connector to the horn cable on the steering wheel hub

Release the wheels and realign them.

  • fit the rubber shield (1) on the nut checking that the projection (2) on the lower face engages in the smaller slot in the steering wheel hub;
  • connect the 2 way black connector to the horn cable;

Pass the cable for the horns through the special recesses in the edges of the steering wheel housing, to avoid any possible interference.

Parts & tools for this job For 1993 Fiat Punto

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