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EXTERNAL LIGHT FAILURE
The warning light on the dial turns on (on certain
versions together with the message on the
display) when one of the following failures is
detected: broken circuit, “missing” or burnt-out
bulb, wrong bulb power. Light check concerns:
taillights, brake lights (3rd stop light excluded),
rear fog lights, headlights, direction indicators
and 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.
Symbols
¯/˙(where provided) coming
on on the display indicate a left/right-
hand light failure.
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EXTERNAL LIGHT FAILURE
The warning light on the dial turns on (on certain
versions together with the message on the dis-
play) when one of the following failures is detect-
ed: broken circuit, “missing” or burnt-out bulb,
wrong bulb power. Light check concerns: tail-
lights, brake lights (3rd stop light excluded), rear
fog lights, headlights, direction indicators and
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.
Symbols ¯/˙(where provided) coming on on
the display indicate a left/right-hand light failure.amber
continued from previous page
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Warning
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WHEN NEEDING TO
CHANGE A BULB
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
❒When a light is not working, check that it has not
fused before changing the bulb. For the location of
the fuses, refer to “If a fuse blows” in this chapter;❒Before replacing a bulb that does not work, check
that the contacts are not oxidised;
❒Burnt bulbs must be replaced by others of the
same type and power;
❒Always check the height of the headlight beam after
changing a bulb.
Only touch the metal part when handling halogen bulbs. If the transparent bulb is touched it
reduces the intesity of the light emitted and can also reduce the life of the bulb. If you touch the
bulb accidentally, rub it with a cloth moistened with alcohol and leave it to dry.
WARNING
Modifications or repairs to the electrical system carried out incorrectly and
without bearing the features of the system in mind can cause malfunctions with
the risk of fire.WARNING
Halogen bulbs contain pressurised gas which, if broken, may cause small fragments
of glass to be projected outwards.

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IMPORTANT The headlight inner surface may be lightly misted over: this
is not a fault but a natural fact due to low temperature and the level of
air humidity. It will disappear as soon the headlights are turned on. The
presence of drops inside the headlights means water infiltration,
therefore contact Fiat Dealership.
TYPES OF BULBS
Various types of bulbs are fitted to your car:
AGlass bulbs:clipped into position. Pull to remove.
BBayonet type bulbs:press the bulb, turn counterclockwise to
remove this type of bulb from its holder.
CTubular bulbs:free them from their contacts to remove.
D-EHalogen bulbs:to remove the bulb, release the clip holding the
bulb in place.
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Bulb Ref. Figure Type Power
Main beam headlightsEH1 55W
Dipped beam headlights DH7 55W
Front side lights AW5W 5W
Front fog lights (where provided)EH1 55W
Front direction indicators BPY21W 21W
Side direction indicators AWY5W 5W
Rear direction indicators BPY21W 21W
Taillights BP21/5W 21W/5W
Brake lights BP21/5W 21W/5W
Third brake light (additional brake lights) AW5W 5W
Reversing light BP21W 21W
Rear fog lights BP21W 21W
Number plate lights CC5W 5W
Front ceiling lightAW5W 10W
Rear ceiling lightAW5W 10W
Rear ceiling lights (with sunroof)AW5W 5W
Boot light AW5W 5W

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IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT
For the type of bulb and power rating, see “When needing to change a
bulb”.
FRONT LIGHT UNITS
The front light units contain the sidelights, the dipped beam, main beam,
direction indicator and fog light bulbs.
To change the bulbs of the sidelights, low beams, direction indicators and
fog lights it is necessary to remove the cover (A) releasing the catch (B).
The bulbs are arranged inside the light unit as follows:
G: direction indicators
F: main beam headlights
E: sidelights
D: fog lights
C: dipped beam headlights
After replacement, refit the covers correctly checking that they are
properly secured.

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MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒turn the cap (A) anticlockwise and remove it;
❒disconnect the electrical connector (B);
❒release the bulb catch (C);
❒remove the bulb (D) and change it;
❒refit the catch (C), connect the electrical connector (B) and fit the cap
(A) turning it clockwise. Put the cap ventilation outlet (H) from the
top downwards.
DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove the protective cover releasing the relevant catch;
❒disconnect the electrical connector (F);
❒release the bulb catch (E);
❒remove the bulb (G) and change 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 (E) and re-
connect the electrical connector (F);
❒refit the protective cover correctly.
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D
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REAR LIGHT UNITS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒open the tailgate;
❒turn the fastener (A) counter-clockwise (for the left lid) or clockwise
(for the right lid) and remove the cover;
❒disconnect the electrical connector (C);
❒slacken the two fastening nuts (B);
❒to remove the headlight, pull it in perpendicular direction using the
handle on the headlight;
❒press the bulb holder tabs and remove it from its housing;
❒remove bulbs (D) - (E) - (F) - (G) lightly pushing them and turning
them counter-clockwise;
❒refit the bulb holder and make sure the two tabs are fastened and
then connect the electrical connector (C); drive in the two fastening
nuts (B); refit the cover checking that the tabs are fitted in their seat
and turning the fastener (A) counter-clockwise (for the left lid) or
clockwise (for the right lid) to hook it.
In the event of a failure (burnt-out bulbs) on taillights, brake lights will
switch on dimmed automatically in order to guarantee temporary lighting
at the back of the car.
After replacing the burnt-out bulb the taillights will operate regularly.