2007 Alfa Romeo 147 Bulbs

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
85
Warning
light on dialMessage
on display
LIGHT FAILURE
The message + symbol are shown by the reconfigurable multifunction display when a fault to any
one of the following lights is detected:
- sidelights
- braking lights and corresponding fuse
- rear fog guards
- number plate lights.
The failure referring to these lights could be: one or more blown bulbs, a blown protection fuse or
a cut-off electric connection.

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Drive carefully to the nearest Alfa Romeo
Authorized Service to check the tyre condi-
tions, then have it fixed or replaced.
It is absolutely necessary to communicate
that the tyre has been fixed with the quick
repairing kit.
WHEN NEEDING TO CHANGE A BULB
fig. 20
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Tyres fixed with the quick
repairing kit must be used
only temporarily.
WARNING
Halogen bulbs contain pres-
surised gas, in the case of
breakage they may burst.
WARNING
Alterations or repairs to
the electric system not car-
ried out correctly and without tak-
ing account of the system specifi-
cations may cause failures and the
risk of fire.
WARNING
Where possible, it is ad-
visable to have bulbs
changed c/o Alfa Romeo Autho-
rised Services. The correct opera-
tion and aiming of the outer lights
are vital to the safety of the ve-
hicle and its passengers and the
subject of specific laws.
WARNING
Halogen bulbs must be
handled touching only the
metallic part. If the transparent
bulb is touched with the fingers, its
lighting intensity is reduced and the
life of the bulb may be compro-
mised. If touched accidentally, rub
the bulb with a cloth moistened
with methylated spirit and allow
to dry.
WARNING

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D.-E. Halogen bulbs
To remove, free it from the clip on
its housing.GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
– When a light is not working, check that
the corresponding fuse is intact before
changing a bulb.
– For the location of fuses, refer to the
paragraph “In the event of a burnt fuse”
in this chapter.
– Before changing a bulb check the con-
tacts for oxidation.
– Burnt bulbs must be replaced by oth-
ers of the same type and power.
– Always check headlight aiming after
changing a bulb to ensure they are safe.
TYPES OF BULBS (fig. 21)
Various types of bulbs are fitted to your ve-
hicle:
A. All glass bulbs
These are pressed on. Pull to remove.
B. Bayonet type bulbs
Press the bulb, turn counter-clockwise
to remove this type of bulb from its
holder.
C. Tubular bulbs
Free them from their contacts to re-
move.
fig. 21
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BULBS
High beam
Low beam
Front sidelights
Foglight
Front direction indicators
Side direction indicators
Rear direction indicators
Rear sidelights - braking lights
Third stop (additional braking lights)
Reversing light
Rear fog guards
Number plate light
Puddle lights
Front roof light
Rear roof light
Courtesy mirror light
Glovebox light
Boot lightFIGURE 21
D
D
B
E
B
A
B
B
A
B
B
A
C
C
C
A
A
CPOWER
55W
55W
6W
55W
21W
5W
21W
5W/21W
2.3W
21W
21W
5W
5W
10W
10W
1.2W
5W
5W TYPE
H7
H7
H6W
H1
H21W
W5W
P21W
P21/5W
W2.3W
P21W
P21W
W5W
C5W
C10W
C10W
W1.2W
W5W
C5W

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The front light units contain the front side-
light, dipped beam, main beam and fog
light bulbs.
The bulbs are arranged inside the light unit
as follows (fig. 22a):
(A) Main beam headlights
(B) Sidelights
(C) Xenon dipped beam headlights
(D) Fog lights.
Hereafter you will find, as information on-
ly, the description of the correct procedure
to replace a Xenon light.
To change the bulbs of the sidelights,
dipped beams and main beams it is nec-
essary to remove the cover (A-fig. 22b)
releasing the locking screws (B).
To change the fog lights, remove the cov-
er (C) turning it counter-clockwise.
After replacement, refit
the covers correctly check-
ing that they are properly
secured.
IF AN EXTERIOR
LIGHT GOES OUT
XENON LIGHTS
Xenon lights have a very long life, there-
fore breakdowns are unlikely.
fig. 22a
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fig. 22b
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If necessary, have the sys-
tem checked and repaired
only by Alfa Romeo Authorised
Services.
WARNING
Any operation regarding
the front light units shall be
carried out with the lights turned
off and the ignition key removed
from the ignition switch: risk of
electric discharges.
WARNING

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Main beam headlights
(fig. 24b)
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
– Remove the protective cover releasing
the locking screws.
– Disconnect the electric connector (A).
– Release the bulb catch (B).
– Remove the bulb and replace it.
– Fit a new bulb making the tabs of the
metallic part coincide with the grooves on
the reflector, then hook the bulb holder
catch (B).
– Reconnect the electric connector (A).
– Refit the protective cover correctly.
HALOGEN LIGHTSThe front light units contain the dipped
beam, main beam and fog light bulbs.
The bulbs are arranged inside
the light unit
as follows (fig. 25a):
(A) Fog lights.
(B) Dipped beam headlights
(C) Sidelights.
(D) Main beam headlights
To change the bulbs of the sidelights, low
beams and main beams it is necessary to
remove the cover (A-fig. 25b) releasing
the catches (B).
To change the fog lights, remove the cov-
er (C) turning counter-clockwise.
IMPORTANTSee the previous chap-
ter “When needing to change a bulb” for
the type of bulb and power rating.
fig. 25a
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fig. 25b
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fig. 24b
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Alterations or repairs to
the electric system not car-
ried out correctly and without tak-
ing account of the system specifi-
cations may cause failures and the
risk of fire.
WARNING

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NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
(fig. 35)
To change the bulbs proceed as follows:
– Work on the transparent cover frame,
in the point shown by the arrow to compress
the catch (B). Free the opposite end and re-
move the unit.
– Turn the bulb holder counter-clockwise
(A) and remove it from the transparent cov-
er.
– Remove the snap-fitted bulb and replace
it.
– Insert the bulb holder (A) in the trans-
parent cover then refit the unit checking that
the catch clicks into place (B).
ADDITIONAL BRAKING LIGHT
(THIRD STOP)
(fig. 36-37)
To change the bulbs, proceed as follows:
– Open the tailgate, slacken the screws
(A) then disconnect the electric connector
(B).
– Remove the transparent cover-bulb hold-
er (C) from the support (D).
– Working on the side catches (E), re-
move the bulb holder.
– Remove the bulb to be changed.– Insert the bulb holder making sure the
catches click into place (E).
– Refit the transparent cover-bulb holder
(C) in the support (D).
– Re-connect the electric connector (B).
– Refit the unit on the tailgate tightening
the screws (A).
fig. 37
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fig. 35
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fig. 36
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PUDDLE LIGHT (fig. 38)
(for versions/markets
where applicable)
To change the bulb proceed as follows:
– Open the door and slacken the screw
(A) fastening the transparent covers.
– Remove the unit composed of the two
transparent covers then change the bulb, re-
leasing it from the side contacts making sure
that the new bulb is correctly clamped be-
tween the contacts.
– Realign the two transparent covers and
tighten the fastening screw (A).IF AN INTERIOR
LIGHT GOES OUT
FRONT ROOF LIGHT
(fig. 39-40)
To change the bulbs proceed as follows:
– Remove the light unit (A) levering in
the points shown by the arrow (in corre-
spondence with the retainer catches).
– Open the protective cover (B).
– Replace the bulb concerned releasing it
from the side contacts making sure that the
new bulb is correctly clamped between the
contacts.– Close the protective cover (B).
– Refit the light unit pressing gently in cor-
respondence with the retainer catches, un-
til hearing the click.
fig. 40
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fig. 39
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fig. 38
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