2005 Fiat Punto 1.2 - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

for hand brake light make sure brake fluid always in level.or full

Sounds like you've got a whole bunch of problems all at once. The curious thing is that none of them seem to be inter-related - obviously, the linkage to your carb is broken, bent or otherwise compromised; the not-starting thing could be one or more of a gazillion things, but my bet is your battery is toast. Sounds like one for the shop. Sorry. . .

It may be headlights problem. Ensure that all light bulbs are fully working.

Headlights failure. If the yellow symbol appear as soon as you turn on the dashboard, stop's light bulbs may be the problem. If the yellow symbol appear when you switch-on lights, the problem may comes from the position's light bulbs. Ensure that all of the light bulbs are fully working.

Hi there is a common fault with the PUNTO steering electric motor connector, I suggest that you have a look at the connector at the back of the steering motor, probably is shorting a bit and cause a fault. Good luck

A garage told you that it was the starter motor which was replaced.. and then suggested the ignition switch? That's not much of a garage.. Those symptoms are indicative of a solenoid/relay/switch fault. But how do you find out which? Though to be honest, ignition switch (key) failures are actually quite rare. The truth is you can spend a lot of time and money replacing parts and finding that nothing cures the problem. You've already paid for a new starter which didn't cure the problem.. Seriously - give an auto electrician a call. Or a mobile mechanic. Let them identify the fault (and they usually do..). You'll get a lot of 'could be' advice which may cost you a lot in replacement parts and not fix things. Give an auto electrician or mobile mechanic a call.

How many miles are on this vehicle? Has the problem got worse over time? Doe it happen only in one direction at approximately the same place? It sounds like a rack and pinion problem. If any of the above are your problem, draining a pint of your power steering fluid and adding some fluid with PTFE will probably help if not fix the problem.

Theres only 4 bolts that hold the seat down 5 or 6 mm allen key bolts Dont forget the wire under the seat for the air bag. Move the seat fully forward take out the rear bolts, move fully back and do the front. Refitting is as easy .

get a workshop manual if doing diy, but I would seriously suggest a garage

Torques Punto 1100 year 1995 1st round: 20 Nm 2nd round: 30 Nm 3th round: add a quarter 4th round: ad another qourter sequence:8 6 2 5 10 7 3 1 4 9 This is the 'Fire' engine, also placed in the Uno and Panda.

Hi Gerard, on a 1.28v Punto the plugs are on the back of the cylinder head tucked between the 4 inlet manifolds. The plug closest to the timing belt end (just next to the oil dipstick) is easy to find, the others are a bit obscured by the plastic housing that sheaths the injector wiring. Be careful pulling off the suppressor caps, they hang on quite tight so best use long nose pliers and NOT pull on the HT lead. Hope that helps. Andy

I have a 98 punto sporting nd today it started running like it was misfiring but wen i accelerate slow its fine but wen u accelerate as normal it spits and splutters :'( any suggestions??i have change fuel filter nd injectors ????

could be the suspension springs maybe wrong springs

At the bottom of the wiper arm lift the cover, you will see the nut that holds the wiper arm on just undo and wiggle the arm off replace about four splines up then refit, If not enough just undo again and move up another few splines.

hi have a look on this page it tells you in newton meters http://www.howtomendit.com/answers.php?id=262505hope this helps ivan

Have it put on a car lift and take a look for loose parts or touching exhaust pipes.

they dont call them fix it again tommorow cars for nothing (fiat) they are all the same steer clear of anything italian or french all the same rubbish i have constantley having to fix my two neighbours fiats from rattles steering problems windscreen wipers failing radiators failing light flickering i dont think there is an originall part left on it buy german but make it and old mercedes no sensors to fall apart simple mechanics and go on for years without problems thanks ivan

On this website you find fuse box diagram and description for Fiat Punto https://www.autogenius.info/category/fiat/fiat-punto/

I would look on u tube put in the make and model some guys post some good vidoes on there have found it very good .

Its the "Check Engine Light" also known as the CEL. If it is just "on" and not flashing take it to your mechanic or dealer and get them to scan the "On Board Diagnostic" (OBD) for a fault. Often CEL faults are minor and clear themselves. Is the car doing anything else? If the light is flashing it indicates a major problem then you mustn't drive the car. Ring the mechanic and ask them what to do. It may require towing the car. You can also contact the http://fiatforum.com and ask the question there. Most car forums have plenty of members with deep knowledge of your vehicle and any issues it might have. Yet another option is to purchase an "ELM327" Bluetooth OBD adapter on eBay for just a few dollars.. You then have a tool where you can scan the "CanBus" (connected to the OBD) and it will read the fault log. I recommend and use "Torque" - an android app for ~$4US to connect. First time you use it, it will save you money. Once you have the fault log, a few minutes googling the codes it shows will tell you what is causing the CEL.