2010 Abarth Grande Punto front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake

expand_moreBleed valve


M10	8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft8.85–11.8 lbf⋅ft12–16 N⋅m


Brake line	7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft7.38–10.33 lbf⋅ft10–14 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper

expand_moreOn stub axle


M12 × 1,25 screws	77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake disc


M6	6.64–10.33 lbf⋅ft6.64–10.33 lbf⋅ft9–14 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel speed sensor


M6	3.69–5.9 lbf⋅ft3.69–5.9 lbf⋅ft5–8 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle steering

expand_moreIntermediate steering shaft

expand_moreM10


At the steering column	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreLower steering column joint


M10	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m
M8	19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft27–33 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreSteering column


M8	11.8–17.7 lbf⋅ft11.8–17.7 lbf⋅ft16–24 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering gear


At the subframe	66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft66.38–81.13 lbf⋅ft90–110 N⋅m

expand_moreSteering wheel


M15	19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft27–33 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack rod end on stub axle


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

expand_moreTrack rod end on track rod

expand_moreLock nuts


M14	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreTrack rod on steering gear


M14	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle suspension


Shock-absorber piston rod	26.55–32.45 lbf⋅ft26.55–32.45 lbf⋅ft36–44 N⋅m

expand_moreSuspension strut


On chassis	34.67–38.35 lbf⋅ft34.67–38.35 lbf⋅ft47–52 N⋅m

expand_moreOn stub axle


First stage	75.97–92.93 lbf⋅ft75.97–92.93 lbf⋅ft103–126 N⋅m
Replace screws.
Second stage	45°45°45°

expand_moreWheel suspension

expand_moreFront axle drive shaft

expand_moreM22 × 1,5 central nuts


First stage	48.68–53.84 lbf⋅ft48.68–53.84 lbf⋅ft66–73 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	53–57°53–57°53–57°

expand_moreStabiliser mounting at the stabiliser


M10	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreStabiliser mounting at suspension strut


M10	33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft33.19–40.57 lbf⋅ft45–55 N⋅m

expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe


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


Support joint at the stub axle	39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft39.83–48.68 lbf⋅ft54–66 N⋅m
Replace screws.

expand_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreOn chassis


M12	89.25–109.16 lbf⋅ft89.25–109.16 lbf⋅ft121–148 N⋅m

expand_moreUpper front transverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe (M12)


First stage	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreUpper rear transverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe (M12)


First stage	36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft36.88–44.25 lbf⋅ft50–60 N⋅m
Second stage	90°90°90°

expand_moreWheels and tires


Tire pressure sensors	2.95 lbf⋅ft2.95 lbf⋅ft4 N⋅m
Wheel attachment	79.66–97.36 lbf⋅ft79.66–97.36 lbf⋅ft108–132 N⋅m

Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2010 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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