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

Make
Fiat
Model
Punto (176) Factory Service Manual
Year
1993–1999
Section
Structural sheet metal parts replacement › Bodywork
70 BodyworkBodywork

Bodywork

Structural sheet-metal parts replacement

Positioning the new parts

  1. Position the complete front pillar by matching the edges to be welded and secure them using the appropriate clamps.
  2. Check that the sheet metal overlaps correctly in the area around the joint.
    – Check parallelism, gaps and angles (this involves refitting the mobile components removed previously along with the seals and parts which, when mounted, make it possible to check the success of the operations.
  3. Position the drip moulding and secure it to the front pillar.
  4. Trim the sheet metal using a jig saw, eliminating the excess parts without damaging the underlying parts of the door sill.
Diagram showing the positioning of the front pillar (1), drip moulding (2), and welding points (4) on the vehicle body frame, alongside illustrations of tools including a spot welder and a jigsaw.
  1. Remove the front pillar ensuring that the drip moulding is not detached from it.
  2. Weld as shown in the diagram using a spot welder.
Diagram showing the front pillar (1) with the drip moulding (2) attached, illustrating the part to be removed or replaced.

Parts & tools for this job For 1993 Fiat Punto

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