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

Removing-refitting wing (page 4 of 4)

Make
Fiat
Model
Punto (176) Factory Service Manual
Year
1993–1999
Section
Replacing body panels
70 BodyworkRemoving-refitting wing · page 4 of 4
View of the front wing and surrounding bodywork area with components removed

Before applying the new sealant offer up the replacement part and check that it is correctly aligned

  • using a spray gun, apply the sealant to the contact area between the wing and the bodyshell;

NOTE Use sealant which hardens at ambient temperature such as SIKAFLEX 221 (manufactured by SIKA) or an equivalent product

Front wing positioned against the car body showing alignment
  • having placed the spare part in position, compress it until it adheres perfectly between the wing and the bodyshell;
  • level any excess sealant so that the adhesion between the spare part and the bodyshell is perfect and no water can penetrate;
Bolts being tightened on the wing mounting points

0,75 daNm

  • tighten the bolts fixing the wing to the bodyshell to the recommended torque, then refit all the components previously removed.

NOTE The wing is available as spares having been subjected to cataphoretic treatment only, therefore the parts which will be inaccessible or difficult to reach once it is fitted must be painted when the wing is removed.

Parts & tools for this job For 1993 Fiat Punto

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