Fiat Powertrain Technologies Regatta Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs

If you’ve ever ordered a part for a Regatta and ended up with the wrong bracket, seal, or sensor, you know exactly why this catalog exists. I’ve been turning wrenches for 28 years, and I’ve seen more misordered parts than I’ve seen clean oil pans. The Fiat Powertrain Technologies Regatta Parts Catalog is the original factory document. It’s 573 pages of exploded diagrams, part numbers, and interchange codes that tell you exactly what goes where. No third-party summaries. No vague drawings. Just the same data the assembly line used.

Normas para la Utilizacion del Catalogo – Why This Section Matters

Most mechanics skip the instructions. Don’t. The first few pages lay out the symbol set (page V) and abbreviations (page VI). You need to know what the triangle means, or what “D” and “I” stand for in the parts table. One misinterpreted code and you order a left-hand mirror when you needed a right-hand. This catalog spells out those rules in plain terms. Take the two minutes to read them.

Indice de los Grupos: Navigating the 10 Groups

The catalog divides every Regatta component into ten groups. Engine, transmission, brakes, body – each group gets a two-digit code. The group index on page X tells you which range covers your part. For example, Group 00 is the engine proper. Group 01 is lubrication. You don’t flip through 573 pages blind. You go to the group, then to the sub-group. That’s how you find the correct piston ring set instead of the one meant for a different displacement.

Laminas del Catalogo: Exploded Views You Can Trust

Each “lamina” is a seven-digit numbered illustration. Every part in the drawing has a reference number that links to the part number, description, and usage coefficient. This is not a generic diagram – it’s the exact assembly configuration for Regatta vehicles built from November 1987 onward. If you’re rebuilding a cylinder head, you need to see which valve stem seal goes where. The catalog shows it. Want to verify if a gasket is left or right side? The drawing tells you. No guessing.

Interchange Codes and Alternative Parts – The # Symbol

One section I’ve used more than I’d like to admit is the “alternativa” notation. When you see a # next to a part number, that means the parts are functionally identical and interchangeable. This saved my ass on a Regatta where the original water pump was discontinued. The catalog listed three alternates with the # symbol. I ordered one, it bolted right up. Without that coding, you’d be cross-referencing by guesswork and spending hours on the phone with parts houses. Fiat Powertrain Technologies 415 Parts Catalog – OEM Tractor Parts Manual covers similar interchange logic for heavy-duty applications. If you work on agricultural gear, grab that one too.

Descripcion de los Modelos – Identify Your Vehicle First

Before you even look at an exploded view, the catalog tells you to check the model description (pages VIII a-z). Regatta came with different engines, trim levels, and production changes. The description table lists each variant and the production start date. If your Regatta is a 1988 model with the 1.6 diesel, you need the parts that apply to that specific build. Use the table of modifications (page IX) to catch any running changes. This is factory-level traceability that aftermarket catalogs never match.

Why You Want Factory Documentation, Not a Reprint

I’ve been burned by aftermarket parts catalogs that photocopy a blurry diagram and drop it into a PDF. This is the original Fiat Powertrain Technologies document, scanned from the factory archive. The resolution on the laminas is clear enough to read the reference numbers. The part numbers are exact, including any suffixes for supersessions. If you’re serious about keeping a Regatta on the road – whether it’s a daily driver or a restoration project – this catalog pays for itself the first time you avoid returning the wrong alternator bracket. Fiat 850 & 850 Germania Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs is another favorite of mine for similar-era Fiat models. And if you need the larger displacement variant, Fiat Powertrain Technologies 555 Parts Catalog – 287 Pages OEM fills that gap.

FAQ

Is this manual in English?

No. It’s the original Italian/Fiat Spanish factory catalog. The headings and part descriptions are in Spanish. However, part numbers and diagrams are universal. If you can read a parts sheet, you can use it.

Does the catalog cover engine torque specifications or repair procedures?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. It contains exploded views, part numbers, and interchange codes. For torque specs and repair steps, you need the corresponding factory service manual. I recommend getting both if you plan to tear down the engine. The parts catalog tells you what to order; the service manual tells you how to install it. For background on the engine family, see this Wikipedia article on diesel engines.

You need the right parts to do the job right. Download the Factory Manual and stop wasting time on guessed part numbers. The exploded views and interchange data are waiting.