2007 Alfa Romeo 159 bulb

❒remove the bulb holder unit by press-
ing the retaining tabs B-fig. 32;
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ALFA 159 SPORTWAGON
IF AN EXTERIOR
LIGHT BURNS OUT
For the type of bulb and power rating,
see paragraph “When needing to
change a bulb" in section "In an emer-
gency".
IMPORTANTBefore changing a bulb,
read carefully the instructions given in
section "In an emergency".
REAR LIGHT UNITS
Reversing light/
rear fog lights
To replace the bulbs proceed as follows:
❒open the tailgate;
❒remove cover A-fig. 31working
with a screwdriver in the point indi-
cated by the arrow;
IMPORTANTTo release the inspec-
tion lid, protect the screwdriver tip with
a cloth to prevent scratching.
Mount the child re-
straint system only
with the car stationary. The
Universal Isofix child restraint
system is properly anchored to
the mounting brackets when
clicks are heard. In any case,
keep to the installation in-
structions that must be pro-
vided by the child restraint
system's Manufacturer.
WARNING
At Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo you can
find the "Universal Isofix" "Duo Plus"
child's seat.
For any further detail on installation
and/or use, refer to the “Instructions
Manual” that must be provided by the
child restraint system's Manufacturer.
A0E0292mfig. 31
A0E0293mfig. 32

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Taillight bulb on tailgate
To replace the bulbs proceed as follows:
❒open the tailgate;
❒remove the cover A-fig. 31work-
ing in the point shown by the arrow;
❒remove the bulb holder unit by press-
ing the retaining tabs B-fig. 32;
❒remove and replace the burnt-out
bulb by pressing it slightly and turn-
ing it counterclockwise fig. 33:
C: reversing light bulb on passenger
side or right side;
C: rear fog light bulb on driver side or
left side;
❒refit the bulb holder unit securing it
properly using the retaining tabs B-
fig. 32;
❒close cover A-fig. 31.
A0E0294mfig. 33
❒remove and replace the burnt-out
bulb by pressing it slightly and turn-
ing it counterclockwise fig. 33:
D: taillight bulb on right/left headlight
❒refit the bulb holder unit securing it
properly using the retaining tabs B-
fig. 32;
❒close cover A-fig. 31.

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Direction indicators/
Taillights/Brake lights
To replace the bulbs proceed as follows:
❒open the tailgate;
❒on certain versions, open the side lid;
❒remove the protection cover by op-
erating device A-fig. 34;
❒remove the bulb holder unit by press-
ing the retaining tabs B-fig. 35;
A0E0296mfig. 35A0E0297mfig. 36
A0E0298mfig. 37
❒remove and replace the burnt-out
bulb by pressing it slightly and turn-
ing it counterclockwise fig. 36:
E: taillight/brake light bulb;
F: direction indicator bulb
❒refit the bulb holder unit securing it
properly using the retaining tabs B-
fig. 35;
❒refit the protection cover.
A0E0295mfig. 34
ADDITIONAL BRAKE LIGHT
(THIRD STOP)
The additional brake light is made up of
LEDs and it is built into the rear spoiler
fig. 37.
Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services
to have the third brake light replaced.

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ALFA 159 SPORTWAGON
BOOT LIGHT
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒open the tailgate;
❒remove the light unit A-fig. 38lev-
ering in the point shown by the ar-
row;
❒replace the bulb B-fig. 39releas-
ing it from the side contacts mak-
ing sure that the new bulb is cor-
rectly clamped between the con-
tacts;
❒refit the light unit inserting first one
side and then the other one until
hearing the locking click.
IF AN INTERIOR
LIGHT BURNS OUT
For the type of bulb and power rating,
see paragraph “When needing to
change a bulb" in section "In an emer-
gency".
IMPORTANTBefore changing a bulb,
read carefully the instructions given in
section "In an emergency".
A0E0299mfig. 38A0E0300mfig. 39

❒replace the bulb B-fig. 41releas-
ing it from the side contacts mak-
ing sure that the new bulb is cor-
rectly clamped between the con-
tacts;
❒refit the light unit inserting first one
side and then the other one until
hearing the locking click.
TAILGATE LIGHT
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒open the tailgate;
❒remove the light unit A-fig. 40
working in the point shown by the
arrow;
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ALFA 159 SPORTWAGON
A0E0301mfig. 40A0E0302mfig. 41

IF A FUSE BLOWS
The fuse specific for the Sportwagon ver-
sion is located in the fuse box at the
right side of the boot (see “In an emer-
gency” chapter).
IMPORTANTBefore changing a bulb,
read carefully the instructions given in
section "In an emergency".
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ALFA 159 SPORTWAGON
A0E0303mfig. 42A0E0304mfig. 43
To open the fuse box, proceed as fol-
lows:
❒use handle Bto open the right lid
(where provided) A-fig. 42;
COMPONENT FUSE AMPERE
Cigar lighter outlet F55 15
❒open the fuse box lid C-fig. 43
working in the point shown by the
arrow.

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SAFETY
DEVICES
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
DASHBOARD
AND
CONTROLS
INDEX
Bodywork (cleaning) ................ 245
Bonnet ................................... 105
Boot ................................ 101-277
– light replacement ................ 208
Brakes .................................... 256
Bulb (replacement) .................. 196
– general instructions ............. 196
– types of bulbs ..................... 197
Capacities ............................... 266
Car inactivity ............................ 164
Car maintenance................. 223
– periodical checks ................. 227
– use of the car under heavy
conditions .......................... 227
– service Schedule ................. 225
– scheduled service ................ 224
Carrying children safely ............. 135
– child restraint systems ......... 138
– passenger’s seat compliance . 138
– presetting for mounting the
“Universal Isofix” child restraint
system ....................... 140-285
Ceiling lights
– front ................................. 78
– rear .................................. 80Checking fluid levels ................. 228
Child lock device ...................... 97
Cigar lighter ............................. 85
Climate control system .............. 53
– automatic two-/three-zone .. 58
– manual .............................. 55
CO
2emissions ......................... 270
CODE card ............................... 12
Containing running costs ........... 157
Controls .................................. 81
Correct use of the car........ 151
Courtesy mirror light
– bulb replacement ................ 206
Cruise Control .......................... 76
Dashboard and controls.... 6
Dashboard buttons ................... 72
Diesel fuel filter ........................ 236
Dimensions ............................. 261
Dipped beam headlights
– bulb replacement ................ 200
– control ............................... 70
Direction indicators
– bulb replacement 200-201-203
– control ............................... 70
Doors ..................................... 96 ABS system ............................ 108
Accessories purchased
by the owner ......................... 117
Additional heater ...................... 69
Air/pollen filter ........................ 236
Air vents ................................. 54
Alarm ..................................... 17
Alfa Romeo CODE system .......... 10
Alfa 159 Sportwagon....... 275
Armrest
– central ............................... 82
– rear ............................ 83-84
Ashtray ................................... 87
ASR system ............................. 112
At the filling station .................. 125
Automatic headlight sensor ........ 71
Automatic two/three-zone
climate control system ............ 58
Battery
– checking the charge ............ 237
– jump starting ...................... 182
– recharging .......................... 219
– replacing ............................ 238
– useful advice for
lengthening the life ............. 239
I I
N N
D D
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X X

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SAFETY
DEVICES
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
DASHBOARD
AND
CONTROLS
INDEX
Fuel cut-off and power supply
switches ................................ 81
Fuel feed ................................ 255
Fuel filler cap ........................... 126
Fuses (replacement) .......... 209-291
Gearbox (use) ........................ 156
Glass/can holder ...................... 87
Glove compartment .................. 85
Glove compartment light
– bulb replacement ................ 207
Handbrake .............................. 155
Hazard lights ........................... 72
Head restraints .................. 48-49
Headlight washer
– control ............................... 73
– fluid level ........................... 232
Headlights ............................... 65
– adjusting headlight beam ..... 106
– headlight adjustment abroad 107
– headlight aiming device ....... 106
– front fog light adjustment ..... 107
Hill Holder system .................... 111
Homelink ................................ 89
Identification data .................... 250
If an exterior light burns out 196-286
If an interior light burns out . 205-289
Ignition device ......................... 19
In an emergency................. 181
Inactivity of the car ................... 164Inertial fuel cut-off switch .......... 80
Installation of electric/
electronic devices ................... 117
Instrument panel ...................... 7-8
Instruments ............................. 21
Interior fittings ......................... 83
Interiors .................................. 247
Isofix universal
(child's seat) .................. 140-285
Jacking the car ........................ 220
Labels
– identification data ............... 250
– bodywork paint .................. 251
Level checks ............................ 230
Main beam headlights
– bulb replacement ................ 199
– control ............................... 70
Manual climate control system ... 55
MSR system ............................ 114
Multifunction display ................. 25
Number plate light ................... 204
Oddments compartments .......... 88
Paint ...................................... 246
Parking ................................... 155
Parking lights
– control ............................... 72 Electronic key .......................... 12
Engine
– identification code ............... 252
– marking ............................. 251
– technical data ..................... 253
Engine oil
– consumption ...................... 232
– level check ......................... 231
– specifications ...................... 266
Engine starting ......................... 152
Environment protection ............. 127
EOBD system ........................... 115
External lights .......................... 70
Eyeglasses holder ..................... 87
Fix&Go automatic (device) ....... 190
Flashing the headlights ............. 70
Fluid level checks ..................... 230
Fluids and lubricants ................. 267
Follow me home (device) ......... 71
Front air bags .......................... 141
Front ceiling lights
– bulb replacement ................ 205
– control ............................... 78
Front fog lights
– bulb replacement ................ 201
– control ............................... 72
Fuel
– consumption ...................... 269
– fuel cut-off switch ................ 81
– fuel gauge ......................... 22