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Fiat Punto (176) Factory Service Manual (1993-1999)10 · 70 Bodywork
10 · Body & interior

Refitting hood fabric (page 4 of 4)

Make
Fiat
Model
Punto (176) Factory Service Manual
Year
1993–1999
Section
Hood (Cabrio)
70 BodyworkRefitting hood fabric · page 4 of 4
A hand using a brush to apply adhesive to the edge of the hood fabric where it meets the side frame.
- stick the edges of the hood to the side frame using Bostik adhesive;
Two views showing a hand fitting a trim channel and then a trim piece onto the hood structure using a tool.
- fit the trim channel; - fit the trim using a suitable teflon tool;
A hand using a ruler to measure the gap between the top edge of the closed hood and the front window, marked 5÷9 mm.
- place the hood in the closed position; - working from inside the vehicle, turn the hood locking handles to the closed position, then check that the hood and the upper edge of the front window are correctly aligned;

The reading should be between 5 and 9 mm.

- if this is not the case, see page 34 for the adjustment of the hood front alignment.

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