2008 Abarth Grande Punto engine fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreAir intake system

expand_moreIntake manifold


M7 screws	9.59–12.54 lbf⋅ft9.59–12.54 lbf⋅ft13–17 N⋅m
Use new screws

expand_moreAuxiliary assemblies

expand_moreAuxiliary drive belt tensioner


M8 screws	16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft22–27 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor


M8 screws	16.96–19.91 lbf⋅ft16.96–19.91 lbf⋅ft23–27 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor bracket


M10	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
M8	16.96–19.91 lbf⋅ft16.96–19.91 lbf⋅ft23–27 N⋅m

expand_moreAir-conditioning compressor pressure line


M6 screws	3.69–4.43 lbf⋅ft3.69–4.43 lbf⋅ft5–6 N⋅m

expand_moreAlternator


M10	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
M8	16.96–19.91 lbf⋅ft16.96–19.91 lbf⋅ft23–27 N⋅m

expand_moreGenerator bracket


M10	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m
M8	16.96–19.91 lbf⋅ft16.96–19.91 lbf⋅ft23–27 N⋅m

expand_moreCharging

expand_moreTurbo charger


M8 nuts	16.96–20.65 lbf⋅ft16.96–20.65 lbf⋅ft23–28 N⋅m
Replace nuts.

expand_moreCooling system

expand_moreCoolant pump


M6 screws	6.64–8.11 lbf⋅ft6.64–8.11 lbf⋅ft9–11 N⋅m

expand_moreCylinder head

expand_moreCylinder head screws

expand_moreM9 screws

Figure 1. Cylinder head, Cylinder head screws, M9 screws.


First stage	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m
See figure 1.
Second stage	90°90°90°
Third stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreValve cover


M8 screws	9.59–11.8 lbf⋅ft9.59–11.8 lbf⋅ft13–16 N⋅m

expand_moreValve cover locking screws


M16	9.59–11.8 lbf⋅ft9.59–11.8 lbf⋅ft13–16 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine block

expand_moreConnecting rod bearing

expand_moreM8 screws


First stage	14.01–15.49 lbf⋅ft14.01–15.49 lbf⋅ft19–21 N⋅m
Second stage	38–42°38–42°38–42°

expand_moreCrankshaft central screws

expand_moreM12 screws


First stage	14.01–15.49 lbf⋅ft14.01–15.49 lbf⋅ft19–21 N⋅m
Second stage	107–113°107–113°107–113°

expand_moreCrankshaft pulley


M8	16.96–20.65 lbf⋅ft16.96–20.65 lbf⋅ft23–28 N⋅m

expand_moreFlywheel

expand_moreAbarth gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 199 A8.000 153 HP


First stage	14.01–15.49 lbf⋅ft14.01–15.49 lbf⋅ft19–21 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	50°50°50°

expand_moreAbarth gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 199 A8.000 177 HP

expand_moreM9 screws


First stage	14.01–15.49 lbf⋅ft14.01–15.49 lbf⋅ft19–21 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	48–52°48–52°48–52°

expand_moreMain bearing


M8	22.13 lbf⋅ft22.13 lbf⋅ft30 N⋅m

expand_moreM10


Second stage	80°80°80°

expand_moreEngine control

expand_moreCamshaft timing gear


M12	79.66–97.36 lbf⋅ft79.66–97.36 lbf⋅ft108–132 N⋅m

expand_moreInlet camshaft wheel


M12 screws	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Toothed wheel

expand_moreOutlet camshaft wheel


M12 screws	88.51 lbf⋅ft88.51 lbf⋅ft120 N⋅m
Toothed wheel

expand_moreToothed belt tensioning roller


M8	16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft22–27 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine lubrication

expand_moreOil drain plug


Engine oil	13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft13.28–16.23 lbf⋅ft18–22 N⋅m

expand_moreOil filter housing


Oil filter cover	18.44 lbf⋅ft18.44 lbf⋅ft25 N⋅m

expand_moreOil sump

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M10 screws	26.55–32.45 lbf⋅ft26.55–32.45 lbf⋅ft36–44 N⋅m


M6	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine management


Crankshaft sensor	5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft5.9–7.38 lbf⋅ft8–10 N⋅m
Knock sensor	16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft22–27 N⋅m

expand_moreLambda sensor


M18	30.24–36.88 lbf⋅ft30.24–36.88 lbf⋅ft41–50 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting

expand_moreEngine bracket


M10 screws	39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft54–66 N⋅m
M8 screws	16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft16.23–19.91 lbf⋅ft22–27 N⋅m

expand_moreEngine mounting


On chassis	39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft54–66 N⋅m
On engine bracket	56.05–61.96 lbf⋅ft56.05–61.96 lbf⋅ft76–84 N⋅m

expand_moreSubframe


On chassis	89.25–109.16 lbf⋅ft89.25–109.16 lbf⋅ft121–148 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque arm

expand_moreScrews at the axle support (M12)


First stage	38.35–42.78 lbf⋅ft38.35–42.78 lbf⋅ft52–58 N⋅m
Second stage	87–93°87–93°87–93°

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M12 screws	70.07–77.44 lbf⋅ft70.07–77.44 lbf⋅ft95–105 N⋅m

expand_moreTorque support bracket

expand_moreAt the gearbox


M12 screws	70.07–77.44 lbf⋅ft70.07–77.44 lbf⋅ft95–105 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust system

expand_moreCatalytic converter

expand_moreAt the turbocharger


M8 nuts	16.96–20.65 lbf⋅ft16.96–20.65 lbf⋅ft23–28 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust manifold

expand_moreM8 nuts


First stage	10.33–11.8 lbf⋅ft10.33–11.8 lbf⋅ft14–16 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	27–33°27–33°27–33°

expand_moreExhaust pipe


M8	16.96–20.65 lbf⋅ft16.96–20.65 lbf⋅ft23–28 N⋅m

expand_moreExhaust pipe bracket


M8	16.96–20.65 lbf⋅ft16.96–20.65 lbf⋅ft23–28 N⋅m

expand_moreIgnition system


Spark plugs	11.8–14.75 lbf⋅ft11.8–14.75 lbf⋅ft16–20 N⋅m

expand_moreStart system

expand_moreStarter


M8 screws	16.96–20.28 lbf⋅ft16.96–20.28 lbf⋅ft23–27.5 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2008 Abarth Grande Punto user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.

Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Abarth warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.

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2008 Abarth Grande Punto First generation Engine Fastener Tightening Specifications

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