Some quality niggles & Issues in Fiat Punto

royalcruiser · 16th November 2009, 22:44

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Originally Posted by CliffHanger

@RC

Let me tell you that my car is super smooth upto a speed of 90kmph and the noise that comes up after that has drastically reduced from what it was when I bought the car, but yes, there still exists some noise. But I decided to live with that, for the number of times I exceed speeds of 90kmps is very few.

Hey, thanks! Yep, i agree that the noise comes up only at higher speeds - it was the first time i experienced it in a TD on the highway. Up to around 100kmph, it seemed ok, but thereafter i found it a bit noisy in the cabin, not the annoying kinda noise though.
What i wanted to know is if there is any noise dampeners suggested by the dealers or has anyone attempted getting this done?

privin · 27th November 2009, 14:12

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Originally Posted by pk_del

yesterday while driving I noticed that my ODO reading was flashing. I then stopped the car at the roadside and then restarted the engine. The flashing of the ODO went away. I then searched the web and found out many Fiat owners around the world have faced this issue and it requires a "proxy alignment".

I noticed the ODO flashing problem in my Punto (MJD, emotion Pk) today. In addition, my Blue&Me system has gone dead (including media player functionality). The person at BU Bhandari service told that I need to come to service center; and I can continue to drive the car. I will be visiting today evening.

Not sure what led to this problem. The only possibility is that I parked the car in hot sun for about 3-4 hours yesterday. This was after getting the 3M windscreen sunshield filming done; and first time that the car has spent time in hot sun with fully closed windows. But then, this should never be a factor unless the quality of some parts is really really bad.

(I am yet to write in detail about my experiences of buying and initial ownership; I am waiting to get some good photographs at a good location. I got my vehicle on Nov 5th, and so far, I have done about 1500kms. So far the experience has been great and as expected - similar to what most people have reported here.)

sdp1975 · 29th November 2009, 16:16

My Punto bonnet was not opening today. I've faced this problem earlier also. Thumped on the bonnet twice and there was a "click" sound. Then pulled the release lever and the bonnet opened up.

Interestingly the manual says that when you close the bonnet, let it drop freely from about 20 cm instead of pushing it down.

sharanramesh · 30th November 2009, 12:53

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Originally Posted by sdp1975

Interestingly the manual says that when you close the bonnet, let it drop freely from about 20 cm instead of pushing it down.

Hey SDP, i think as a practice all manufacturers recommend that you drop the bonnet down from a height of about 20 cms or so. No manual recommends you to close it and then push it shut!

Even though the act of closing and then pushing it shut is something quite a few of us are used to, its not the correct procedure in any car. Even my Local Garage guy recommends it.

ravikn · 30th November 2009, 16:00

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Originally Posted by sharanramesh

Hey SDP, i think as a practice all manufacturers recommend that you drop the bonnet down from a height of about 20 cms or so. No manual recommends you to close it and then push it shut!

Even though the act of closing and then pushing it shut is something quite a few of us are used to, its not the correct procedure in any car. Even my Local Garage guy recommends it.

IMHO the very reason for the same is to avoid introducing any dents and also for better durability of bonnet lock

srikanthpotluri · 30th November 2009, 16:11

I am having Punto aka Shine last 20 days did 2300KMS, except for right indicator bulb and some queaky noise form the rear while turning or while climbing & only today i saw that blue & me has some noise coming from the rear. Though this is not present till last week.

Will check all this in first service. other than these i didnt notice anyting else for now.

Overall its pretty good.

sharanramesh · 7th December 2009, 17:02

anyone tried out the B&M adapter yet?

sdp1975 · 16th December 2009, 16:48

Had a problem with the B&M. The button with the "telephone" icon stopped functioning. While pressing it, it was making calls but nothing was being displayed - like the phonebook, etc - on the MID.

Disconnected the battery for a few minutes and everything started working fine.

EssYouWe · 16th December 2009, 16:50

Hehe...

Jai MS!

Any updates for B&Me till now?

sdp1975 · 16th December 2009, 16:59

The latest version 5.4 of B&M is available on the Fiat website http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/indian...ml#post1426968.

My car came with a lower version , I upgraded it later to 5.4. There are some issues IIRC with ipod connectivity with the latest software, and the upgrade process is irreversible.

SamtheLeo · 16th December 2009, 17:02

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Originally Posted by privin

I noticed the ODO flashing problem in my Punto (MJD, emotion Pk) today. In addition, my Blue&Me system has gone dead (including media player functionality). The person at BU Bhandari service told that I need to come to service center; and I can continue to drive the car. I will be visiting today evening.

Not sure what led to this problem. The only possibility is that I parked the car in hot sun for about 3-4 hours yesterday. This was after getting the 3M windscreen sunshield filming done; and first time that the car has spent time in hot sun with fully closed windows. But then, this should never be a factor unless the quality of some parts is really really bad.

(I am yet to write in detail about my experiences of buying and initial ownership; I am waiting to get some good photographs at a good location. I got my vehicle on Nov 5th, and so far, I have done about 1500kms. So far the experience has been great and as expected - similar to what most people have reported here.)

Mine is 4 months old & always stays in Sun, That too in July heat of Delhi. This should not be the issue.

somebodystopme · 26th February 2010, 20:51

Guess what guys. Even My punto's ODO has started flashing. Dont know how compitent him motors paschim vihar staff is to handle this, any idea?

Soccerfan · 28th February 2010, 22:40

Hi guys
as you all know the ac has two modes 1.inlet 2.recirculation. Now what i noted today is that even when the ac is kept in re-circulation mode a little bit of outside smoke(smell) is getting inside. I noted this when i was tailing a jeep which was spitting a lot of smoke. Is this normal? Have any of you noted this??

Also i am facing a slight rattle somewhere from rear left side. Any idea what would be the culprit? These rattles are damn hard to trace

somebodystopme · 4th March 2010, 15:12

As my previous post states, ODO in my punto is flashing also blutooth and media player arent functioning, I have sent my punto for Proxy alignment at HIM motors but the people there are saying that they need to put a new bluetooth device first and check if new one works and then do proxy alignment. I find it senseless. But the service manager says that technician knows the best to whom you arent allowed to speak directly. What has been the solution to this for those who have faced the same problem. I highly doubt the new bluetooth system will work, since this one i feel is fine. I dont know then what they'll do. experts please pour in valuable comments.

@ Soccerfan
The culprit for rattles in my car turned out to be rear seat which wasnt locking itself properly. Get it Checked. yes even i feel i smell smoke or something like that on some occasions sometimes. Will get it checked even you should.

privin · 4th March 2010, 18:33

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Originally Posted by somebodystopme

As my previous post states, ODO in my punto is flashing also blutooth and media player arent functioning, I have sent my punto for Proxy alignment at HIM motors but the people there are saying that they need to put a new bluetooth device first and check if new one works and then do proxy alignment.

In my case, they checked using USB device only. They replaced the B&M unit - that was the only way the flashing ODO stopped.

Bluetooth based checking is not reliable because not all phones are properly supported. My Nokia E70 works properly some 50% of time. I have to restart the phone to get it working.

From past 3-4 weeks, my USB is not working. And I am not getting the information displayed on status line, even though buttons seem to work fine. I am yet to try out disconnecting battery. I am a dissatisfied user, as far as B&M is concerned.

29th November 2009, 16:16	#108
sdp1975 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,716 Thanked: 1,278 Times View My Garage	My Punto bonnet was not opening today. I've faced this problem earlier also. Thumped on the bonnet twice and there was a "click" sound. Then pulled the release lever and the bonnet opened up. Interestingly the manual says that when you close the bonnet, let it drop freely from about 20 cm instead of pushing it down.
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30th November 2009, 16:11	#111
srikanthpotluri BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 472 Thanked: 770 Times View My Garage	I am having Punto aka Shine last 20 days did 2300KMS, except for right indicator bulb and some queaky noise form the rear while turning or while climbing & only today i saw that blue & me has some noise coming from the rear. Though this is not present till last week. Will check all this in first service. other than these i didnt notice anyting else for now. Overall its pretty good.
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7th December 2009, 17:02	#112
sharanramesh BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 170 Thanked: 7 Times View My Garage	anyone tried out the B&M adapter yet?
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16th December 2009, 16:48	#113
sdp1975 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,716 Thanked: 1,278 Times View My Garage	Had a problem with the B&M. The button with the "telephone" icon stopped functioning. While pressing it, it was making calls but nothing was being displayed - like the phonebook, etc - on the MID. Disconnected the battery for a few minutes and everything started working fine.
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16th December 2009, 16:50	#114
EssYouWe Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Lucknow Posts: 1,391 Thanked: 18 Times	Hehe... Jai MS! Any updates for B&Me till now?
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16th December 2009, 16:59	#115
sdp1975 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,716 Thanked: 1,278 Times View My Garage	The latest version 5.4 of B&M is available on the Fiat website http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/indian...ml#post1426968. My car came with a lower version , I upgraded it later to 5.4. There are some issues IIRC with ipod connectivity with the latest software, and the upgrade process is irreversible. Last edited by sdp1975 : 16th December 2009 at 17:03.
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26th February 2010, 20:51	#117
somebodystopme BHPian Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Delhi Posts: 519 Thanked: 43 Times View My Garage	Guess what guys. Even My punto's ODO has started flashing. Dont know how compitent him motors paschim vihar staff is to handle this, any idea?
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28th February 2010, 22:40	#118
Soccerfan BHPian Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Kochi Posts: 591 Thanked: 59 Times	Hi guys as you all know the ac has two modes 1.inlet 2.recirculation. Now what i noted today is that even when the ac is kept in re-circulation mode a little bit of outside smoke(smell) is getting inside. I noted this when i was tailing a jeep which was spitting a lot of smoke. Is this normal? Have any of you noted this?? Also i am facing a slight rattle somewhere from rear left side. Any idea what would be the culprit? These rattles are damn hard to trace
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4th March 2010, 15:12	#119
somebodystopme BHPian Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Delhi Posts: 519 Thanked: 43 Times View My Garage	As my previous post states, ODO in my punto is flashing also blutooth and media player arent functioning, I have sent my punto for Proxy alignment at HIM motors but the people there are saying that they need to put a new bluetooth device first and check if new one works and then do proxy alignment. I find it senseless. But the service manager says that technician knows the best to whom you arent allowed to speak directly. What has been the solution to this for those who have faced the same problem. I highly doubt the new bluetooth system will work, since this one i feel is fine. I dont know then what they'll do. experts please pour in valuable comments. @ Soccerfan The culprit for rattles in my car turned out to be rear seat which wasnt locking itself properly. Get it Checked. yes even i feel i smell smoke or something like that on some occasions sometimes. Will get it checked even you should.
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