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

Preparing the spare part

Make
Fiat
Model
Punto (176) Factory Service Manual
Year
1993–1999
Section
Replacing body panels › Preparing the spare part
70 BodyworkPreparing the spare part
A person using a tool to insert a threaded rivet into a metal panel edge.

Preparing the spare part

Before fitting on the vehicle, the replacement part should be prepared by proceeding as follows:

  • insert a threaded rivet, following the instructions on page 85 and 102;
The interior of a car body showing a replacement side panel being positioned and held in place with several spot welds.
  • place the replacement part in position and lock it using several spot welds;
The side profile of a car with front and rear doors refitted to check alignment against the replacement body panel.
  • temporarily refit the front and rear doors and door seals;
  • check the alignment of the replacement part in relation to the closure of the doors and the evenness of the surround. If necessary, adjust the position of the replacement part.

Parts & tools for this job For 1993 Fiat Punto

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