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

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

  1. Using a jig saw make two further cuts as shown in the diagram to obtain two flaps allowing access to the pillar welds.
  2. Reduce the welds using a drill.
  3. Remove the pillar.
Diagram showing the B-pillar area with callout numbers 1, 2, and 3 indicating cut lines and weld locations. Two inset detail views show close-ups of the weld points labeled 2. A column of tool icons is on the right side.

Removing the blanks and preparing the edges of the body

  1. Reduce the welds using a drill.
  2. Reduce the welds using a spot cutter.
  3. Trim the sheet metal and straighten the edges of the body.
  4. Remove the residues left from welding using a disk grinder.
  5. Apply electro-galvanizing paint to the area shown in the diagram.
Diagram showing the lower edge of the body panel (sill) with callout numbers 1, 2, and 3. Inset detail shows weld spots labeled 1 and 2. Callout 3 indicates the area for applying paint. A column of tool icons including a spot cutter, grinder, and spray gun is on the right side.

Parts & tools for this job For 1993 Fiat Punto

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