2010 Seat Alhambra Owner's Manual

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Changing bulbs
Introduction
Changing bulbs requires a certain amount of manual skill. If you are unsure,
SEAT recommends that you consult an qualified workshop or request assist-
ance from a specialist. In general, a specialist is required if other vehicle
components must be removed or if the discharge lamps must be replaced.
You should store spare light bulbs in the vehicle for safety-relevant lights.
Spare bulbs may be obtained from the Official dealers and workshops. In
some countries, it is a legal requirement to carry spare bulbs in the vehicle.
Driving with faults and blown bulbs on the vehicle exterior lighting is against
the law.
Additional bulb specifications
The specifications of some headlamp bulbs and bulbs for the tail lamps fitted
at the factory may be different to those of conventional bulbs. Bulb informa-
tion is displayed on the bulb socket or on the bulb itself.
Additional information and warnings:
xLights and visibility Ÿpage 113
xWorking in the engine compartment Ÿpage 304
xVehicle tools Ÿpage 353
xFuses Ÿpage 356
WARNING
If the road is not well-lit and the vehicle is not clearly visible to other
drivers, there is a risk of accident.
WARNING
Failure to replace bulbs correctly may cause serious accidents.
xBefore carrying out any work in the engine compartment please read
and observe the warnings Ÿpage 304. In any vehicle, the engine compart-
ment is a hazardous area and could cause severe injury.
xDischarge lamps work with high-voltage and can cause serious or fatal
injury if handled incorrectly.
xH7 and discharge lamps are highly pressurised and could explode
when being changed.
xOnly replace the bulbs concerned when they have cooled.
xNever replace bulbs alone if you are not familiar with the operations
necessary. If you are not sure about procedures then visit a qualified work-
shop to carry out the necessary work.
xNever touch the bulb glass directly. Fingerprints will be evaporated by
the heat of the operating bulb thus “fogging” up the reflector.
xThe headlamp frameworks in the engine compartment and the tail
lamps contain sharp elements. Always protect your hands when changing
bulbs.
Caution
After changing a bulb, if the rubber covers and plastic caps are not replaced
correctly on the headlamp framework, the electrical installation may be
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Indicator
Several warning and control lamps should light up for a few seconds when
the ignition is switched. This signals that the lamp is working properly. They
will switch off after a few seconds.
Checking the bulbs of a trailer
For vehicles with the factory fitted trailer system, certain trailer lights are also
controlled if the socket is correctly connected.
A fault on a trailer turn indicator is indicated on the instrument panel by the
indicator blinking twice as fast (
 or
) Ÿpage 113.
xGeneral fault of all indicators on one side.
xFault in one tail light (on some models, also the registration light).
xFault in two brake lights.
WARNING
If the warning lamps and messages are ignored, the vehicle may stall in
traffic, or may cause accidents and severe injuries.
xNever ignore the warning lamps or text messages.
xStop the vehicle safely as soon as possible.
Caution
Failure to heed the warning lamps and text messages when they appear may
result in faults in the vehicle.
Note
A fault in the LED on the tail lights will not be indicated. However, if the fault
affects all the LEDs then this will be indicated by the indicator .
Information for replacing bulbs
Checklist
To replace a bulb, carry out the following operations always in the order given
Ÿ:
1. Park the vehicle a safe distance from traffic and on suitable ground.
2. Connect the electronic parking brake Ÿpage 210.
3. Turn the light switch to position 0 Ÿpage 113.
4. Move the gear lever into the neutral position Ÿpage 113.
5. Automatic gearbox: Move selector lever to position P Ÿpage 201.
6. Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition Ÿpage 195.
7. Manual gearbox: Select a gear Ÿpage 201.
8. Wait until all of the passenger compartment lights are turned off
Ÿpage 113.
9. Allow the corresponding bulb to cool.
10. Visually inspect fuses to see if any are blown Ÿpage 356.
11. Replace the bulb according to the instructions Ÿ. Bulbs should only
be replaced by new identical models. Bulb information is displayed on
the bulb socket or on the bulb itself.
12. In general, never touch the bulb glass directly. The heat of the bulb would
cause the fingerprint to evaporate and condense on the reflector. This
will impair the brightness of the headlight.
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A vehicle exterior lighting
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13. Check if the new bulb is working. If the bulb is not working, it may not
have been correctly fitted, it could be damaged or the connector may not
be correctly connected.
14. Every time a bulb for the headlights is replaced, visit a specialised work-
shop to check the headlights.
WARNING
Failure to follow the checklist prepared for your own safety could lead to
accidents and severe injuries.
xAlways complete the operations given in the checklist and observe the
general rules of safety.
Caution
Always remove and fit headlights carefully to avoid damage to the paintwork
and other vehicle parts.
To replace halogen headlight bulbs
There is no need to remove the headlight to replace bulbs.
Complete operations only in the sequence given:
WARNING (continued)
Fig. 213 In the engine
compartment: Left-hand
side headlight lining.
dipped beam headlights,
daytime lights and
main beam headlights
and side lights.
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Note
The images show the left hand headlight from behind. The structure of the
right hand side headlight is symmetric.
page 362, fig. 213,
page 362, fig. 214 Indicators (small lamp
holder)Dipped beam head-
lightsDaylight driving lightsMain beam headlightsSide lights
1.Always take the checklist into account and take the necessary actions Ÿpage 361.
2.Open the bonnet ’ Ÿpage 304.
3.Remove the rubber cover on the rear of the headlight.
4.
Rotate the lamp holder
to the left all the way
and pull it out back-
wards with the bulb.
Rotate the lamp holder to the left all the way and
pull it out backwards with the bulb.
Press the wire clip down-
wards and pull the lamp
holder out with the
bulb.Pull the lamp holder
out backwards with the
bulb.
5.Depending on the model, the bulb is removed directly from the lamp holder or it may need to be rotated and then removed.
6.Replace the faulty bulb by a new identical bulb.
7.Place the bulb holder in the headlight and rotate to the right all the way.
Place the lamp holder in
the headlight and pull the
wire clip upwards until it
clicks into place.Place the lamp holder in
the headlight and insert
completely.
8.Insert the rubber cover.
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To replace the xenon headlights bulb
There is no need to remove the headlight to replace bulbs.
Complete operations only in the sequence given:Always seek the help of a specialist when changing the Xenon dipped beam
and full beam headlamps Ÿ in “Introduction” on page 360.
Note
The illustrations show the left hand headlight. The structure of the right hand
side headlight is symmetric.
Fig. 215 In the engine
compartment: Turn signal
cover.
Fig. 216 Turn signal indi-
cator lamp holder and
turning light .A1A2
Turn signal indicators Turning lights
1.Always take the checklist into account and take the necessary
actions Ÿpage 361.
2.Open the bonnet ’ Ÿpage 304.
3.Rotate the cover Ÿfig. 215 in the direction of the arrow and remove
it.
4.
Rotate the lamp holder
Ÿfig. 216 to the left all the way
and pull it out backwards with the
bulb.Press the wire clip downwards
and pull the lamp holder
Ÿfig. 216 out with the bulb.
5.Depending on the model, the bulb is removed directly from the lamp
holder or it may need to be rotated and then removed.
6.Replace the faulty bulb by a new identical bulb.
7.Place the bulb holder in the head-
light and rotate to the right all the
way.Place the lamp holder in the
headlight and pull the wire clip
upwards until it clicks into place.
8.Rotate the cover Ÿfig. 215 in the opposite direction to the arrow as
far as it will go.
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To replace the front bumper bulbs
Complete operations only in the sequence given:
Fig. 217 On the right-
hand side of the front
bumper: Removing the
headlights
Fig. 218 Changing the
bulbs in the headlights.
1.Always take the checklist into account and take the necessary
actions Ÿpage 361.
2.Pull the cover forwards, in the direction of the arrow Ÿfig. 217.
3.Unscrew the attachment screw Ÿfig. 217 using the screwdriver
from the on-board tools Ÿpage 353.
4.Tilt the headlight slightly forward and extract it from its lateral
attachments Ÿfig. 218 (small arrows).
5.Release the connector Ÿfig. 218 and remove it.
6.Rotate the lamp holder Ÿfig. 218 to the left all the way, in the
direction of the arrow, and pull it out backwards with the bulb.
7.Replace the faulty bulb by a new identical bulb.
8.Place the bulb holder in the headlight and rotate to the right all the
way.
9.Insert the connector Ÿfig. 218 on the lamp holder Ÿfig. 218
. The connector must audibly click into place.
10.Place the headlight into its position Ÿfig. 218 (small arrows) and
tilt it backwards.
11.Tighten the attachment screw Ÿfig. 217 using the screwdriver.
12.Replace the cover on the bumper Ÿfig. 217.
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To replace the tailgate light bulbs
Complete operations only in the sequence given:
Fig. 219 On the boot lid:
Remove the cover.
Fig. 220 On the boot lid:
Remove the lamp holder.
1.Always take the checklist into account and take the necessary
actions Ÿpage 361.
2.Open the tailgate Ÿpage 97.
3.Extract the cover carefully using the flat part of the screwdriver as a
lever (Ÿpage 354, fig. 207) on the indent Ÿfig. 219 .
4.Release the lamp holder connector by pulling on the red connector
block.
5.Press on the attachment tabs in the direction of the arrow
Ÿfig. 220 and pull out the lamp holder.
6.Replace the faulty bulb by a new identical bulb.
7.Install the lamp holder. The attachment tabs should audibly click
into place.
8.Insert the cover. The cover should lock into place.
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To replace the tail light bulbs
Complete operations only in the sequence given.Removing the tail light units
Complete operations only in the sequence given:
Fig. 221 On the side of the luggage compartment: To
remove the left and right hand side tail lights. remove
the cap; attachment screw.A1A2
Fig. 222 Tail lights on
bodywork: To remove the
lamp holder. to :
Attachment tab.
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Rear light, leftRear light, right
1.Always take the checklist into account and take the necessary
actions Ÿpage 361.
2.Open the tailgate Ÿpage 97.
3.Open the storage compartments
on the left-hand side of the lug-
gage compartment Ÿpage 162.Move the 12 V socket support by
pressing gently downwards
Ÿfig. 221 (arrow).
4.Rotate the cap Ÿfig. 221 90°
in the direction of the arrow and
remove it.
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