Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles

How to Replace the Rear Shock Absorbers on a Fiat Punto

Model: Fiat Punto MK 2, 188 - Years 1999-2011
Part: Shocks

First, place your vehicle on axle stands for easier access. Now, remove the wheel on the affected side by unscrewing all the bolts and taking it out of its housing. Next, pressurise the shock absorber and unscrew the bolt that secures both the lower and upper parts. This will allow you to easily extract the suspension. You can then perform the necessary maintenance or completely replace the part and proceed with reassembly by following the steps in reverse order.

Updated on 23 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

Video tutorial

Related tutorials

Fiat Punto (1999-2011 / MK 2, 188) To replace the rear shock absorbers on the Fiat Punto, lift the car using a ramp and loosen the bolts that secure the wheel at the end of the rear ax…
Fiat Punto (1999-2011 / MK 2, 188) Replacing the rear shock absorbers is very straightforward to do yourself: it essentially involves removing the bolts that secure the eyes of the sho…
Fiat Punto (1999-2011 / MK 2, 188) In this brief video tutorial, see how to replace the rear shock absorbers on a second-generation Fiat Punto, produced from 1999 to 2011. First, pull …

How to Replace the External Wing Mirror on a Ford C MAX

In the event of a breakage, it will be necessary to replace the external wing mirror on the 2011 Ford C MAX. This operation is easily performed independently. Start by removing the internal cover of the mirror with a plastic lever. Then, use a socket wrench to remove the securing pins. Once the pins are removed, you can take off the mirror, but not before disconnecting the power connectors. Then proceed to fit the new mirror. First, connect the connectors and then secure the mirror to its housing with the pins. Refit the plastic cover and test the operation of the electric mirror using the controls.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos