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How to Identify the Steering Column ECU Code on a Fiat Punto

Model: Fiat Punto MK 2, 188 - Years: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Part: Warning light – error code

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Learn how to remove the covering plastics of the steering column to identify the ECU code on a Fiat Punto. Take an Allen key, unscrew the securing screws on the covering plastics of the column.

Remove all the securing screws inside the covering plastics; detach the plastic (as shown in the video) and locate the code on the electrical cables (label as shown in the video). Note down the code on the label and after ordering it: fit the new steering column ECU following the disassembly of the plastics.


Updated on 9 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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