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Possible presence of ice on the road
On versions equipped with “Reconfigurable multi-
functional displays ” a message + symbol on the dis-
play are shown when the outdoor temperature falls to or
below 3°C.
On versions with “Multifunctional displays” only the dedicated mes-
sage is shown.
IMPORTANT In the event of the failure of the outdoor temperature
sensor, dashes are shown on the display instead of a temperature
value.√
Fuel lock
On some versions the display will show a message +
symbol if the fuel lock engages. For the fuel lock sys-
tem reactivation procedure see paragraph "Fuel cut-off
system" in this chapter.s
External lights failure
On some versions the display will show a message +
symbol if a fault is detected in one of the following
lights:
– daytime lights (DRL)
– side lights
– direction indicators
– rear fog lights
– number plate lights.
The fault may be caused by: one or more burnt bulbs, a blown pro-
tection fuse or an interruption of the electrical connection.W
Brakes lights failure
On some versions the display will show a message +
symbol if a fault is detected in the brake lights. The
fault may be caused by a burnt bulb, a blown protec-
tion fuse or an interruption of the electrical connection.T
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In an emergency we recommend that you call the freephone number found in the Warranty Booklet.
You can also consult www.alfaromeo.com to find Alfa Romeo Authorised Services your nearest
Starting the engine ..................................................................... 164
Replacing a wheel ....................................................................... 165
“Fix&Go Automatic” Kit ............................................................... 173
Changing a bulb .......................................................................... 178
Replacing exterior bulbs................................................................ 180
Replacing an interior bulb.............................................................. 184
Replacing fuses ........................................................................... 187
Recharging the battery ................................................................. 196
Lifting the car ............................................................................. 199
Towing the car ............................................................................ 199
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CHANGINGABULB
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
❍Before changing a bulb check the contacts for oxidation;
❍blown bulbs must be replaced with others of the same type and
power;
❍After replacing a headlight bulb, always check its alignment;
❍When a bulb is not working, check that the corresponding fuse
is intact before replacing it: refer to the “Replacing fuses” para-
graph in this section for the location of fuses.
BULBTYPESfig.21
The vehicle has the following light bulbs:
A. All glass bulbs: clipped into place. Pull to extract.
B. Bayonet bulbs: to remove this type of bulb from its holder, press
the bulb and turn it anticlockwise.
C. Cylindrical bulbs: release from the contacts to extract.
D. Halogen bulbs: release the fastening clip from the corresponding
seat to remove the bulb.
E. Halogen bulbs: release the fastening clip from the corresponding
seat to remove the bulb.
fig. 21A0J0117m
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5/21W
–
55W
55W
D1S
21W
21W
5W
–
–
5W
55W
21W
21W
10W
5W
5W
5WA
–
D
D
–
B
B
A
–
–
A
E
B
B
C
A
C
A
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W21/5W
LED
H7
H7
F
WY21W
P21W
W5W
LED
LED
W5W
H1
P21W
P21W
C10W
W5W
C5W
W5W
Bulb TypePower Ref.figure
Front side lights/Daylight lights
Rear side lights
Dipped beams
Main beams
Dipped beams/Main beams (versions with Bi-xenon
headlights) (for versions/markets, where provided)
Front direction indicators
Rear direction indicators
Side direction indicators
Brake light
3rd brake light
Number plate light
Fog lights
Rear fog lights
Reversing light
Front courtesy light
luggage compartment courtesy light
Glove compartment courtesy light
Door lights
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REPLACINGEXTERIORBULBS
FRONT LIGHTCLUSTERSfig.22
These contain the bulbs for the side lights, dipped beams, main beams
and direction indicators. The bulbs are arranged as follows:
A. Side lights/daylight lights and main beam headlights;
B. Dipped beam headlights;
C. Direction indicators.
SIDELIGHTS/DAYLIGHT LIGHTS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❍remove cover A-fig. 22;
❍withdraw lamp holder B-fig. 23, remove the bulb and
replace it;
❍refit lamp holder B making sure it is correctly secured;
❍refit cover A-fig. 22;
MAINBEAM HEADLIGHTS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❍remove cover A-fig. 22;
❍withdraw lamp holder C-fig. 23, remove the bulb and replace it;
❍refit the lamp holder making sure it is correctly secured;
❍refit cover A-fig. 22.
fig. 22A0J0021mfig. 23A0J0041m
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DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS
Withincandescentbulb
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❍remove cover B-fig. 22;
❍remove cover A-fig. 24 protecting the bulb;
❍remove the bulb and replace it;
❍refit the lamp holder making sure it is correctly secured;
❍refit cover B-fig. 22.
Withgasdischargebulbs(Bi-xenon)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
DIRECTIONINDICATORS
Frontindicators
To change the bulb take key A-fig. 25 (located in the document
holder case), insert in seat B and turn the bulb holder anticlock-
wise. Remove the bulb and replace it.
fig. 24A0J0040m
Contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service Provider
to replace these bulbs.
fig. 25A0J0018m
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Side indicators
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❍work on lens A-fig. 26 to compress clip B, then pull the unit
outwards;
❍turn bulb holder C anticlockwise, remove the bulb and replace
it;
❍refit the bulb holder C in the lens and turn it clockwise;
❍refit the unit, making sure that internal clip B clips into posi-
tion.
FRONT FOGLIGHTS(for versions/markets, where provided)
Contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Services to replace these bulbs.
REAR LIGHTCLUSTERS
To access the light cluster, move the luggage compartment side
trim (see Fig. 27). These contain the bulbs for the side lights, di-
rection indicators and brake lights.
SIDELIGHTS/BRAKELIGHTS
These are LED lights. Contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Services
to replace these lights.
DIRECTIONINDICATORS
To replace the bulb remove bulb holder A-fig. 27.
fig. 26A0J0042mfig. 27A0J0043m
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REAR FOGLIGHTS/REVERSINGLIGHTS
To replace the rear fog lights A-fig. 28 or reversing lights B con-
tact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Services.
NUMBER PLATELIGHTS
To change the bulb proceed as follows:
❍remove the lens unit A-fig. 29;
❍turn bulb holder B-fig. 30 anticlockwise, remove bulb C and re-
place it.
THIRDBRAKELIGHTS
These are located in the tailgate and are LED lights. Contact an
Alfa Romeo Authorised Services to replace these lights.
fig. 28A0J0044mfig. 30A0J0045m
fig. 29A0J0046m
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