2020 Abarth Punto front suspension fastener tightening specifications

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Condition	Value

expand_moreFront axle brake

expand_moreBleed valve


1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 955 A8.000 161 HP engine (2009.10–)	5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft5.9–8.85 lbf⋅ft8–12 N⋅m

expand_moreBrake hose


1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 955 A8.000 161 HP engine (2009.10–)	10.33–13.28 lbf⋅ft10.33–13.28 lbf⋅ft14–18 N⋅m


Front axle brake caliper	19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft19.91–24.34 lbf⋅ft27–33 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake caliper mounting support


M12	73.02–81.13 lbf⋅ft73.02–81.13 lbf⋅ft99–110 N⋅m

expand_moreFront axle brake disc


1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 955 A8.000 161 HP engine (2009.10–)	6.64–10.33 lbf⋅ft6.64–10.33 lbf⋅ft9–14 N⋅m

expand_moreWheel speed sensor


1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 955 A8.000 161 HP engine (2009.10–)	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

expand_moreAt the subframe


M12	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_moreFront axle suspension

expand_moreShock absorber

expand_moreM12 at the bottom


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


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
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.

expand_moreM22 × 1,5 central nuts


Second stage	53–57°53–57°53–57°

expand_moreM24 × 1,5 central nuts


First stage	48.68–53.84 lbf⋅ft48.68–53.84 lbf⋅ft66–73 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	60–64°60–64°60–64°

expand_moreFront axle stabiliser mounting


1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 955 A8.000 161 HP engine (2009.10–)	16.96–19.91 lbf⋅ft16.96–19.91 lbf⋅ft23–27 N⋅m

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


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

expand_moreTransverse control arm

expand_moreAt the subframe

expand_moreFront


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

expand_moreRear


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

expand_moreLower front transverse control arm

expand_more1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 955 A8.000 161 HP engine (2009.10–)


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

expand_moreLower rear transverse control arm

expand_more1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 955 A8.000 161 HP engine (2009.10–)


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

expand_moreWheel hub wheel bearing

expand_more1.4 with gasoline straight-4 1.4 L 955 A8.000 161 HP engine (2009.10–)

expand_moreM24 × 1,5 central nuts


First stage	48.68–53.84 lbf⋅ft48.68–53.84 lbf⋅ft66–73 N⋅m
Replace nuts.
Second stage	62°62°62°

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 2020 Abarth 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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