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

Preparing the edges of the bodyshell

Make
Fiat
Model
Punto (176) Factory Service Manual
Year
1993–1999
Section
Replacing body panels › Preparing the edges of the bodyshell
70 BodyworkPreparing the edges of the bodyshell
A mechanic using a hammer and dolly block to straighten the edges of the car roof structure.
A mechanic wearing protective gear using a disc grinder on the edge of the car roof structure.
A view of the car's upper body structure showing the roof, pillars, and rear wing area.

Preparing the edges of the bodyshell

  1. Straighten the edges using a hammer and dolly block.
  2. Remove the spot weld residues and level the edges using a disc grinder on the front and rear edges.
  3. Carry out the same operation by the rear wing.
  4. Apply the electro-galvanizing paint along the entire perimeter using a brush.
A mechanic wearing protective gear using a disc grinder on the corner of the car roof structure.
A mechanic applying paint with a brush along the edge of the car roof structure.

Parts & tools for this job For 1993 Fiat Punto

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