2013 Alfa Romeo MiTo headlights

SAVING FUELHere are some suggestions which can help you to save fuel and lower
harmful emissions.GENERAL CONSIDERATIONSCar maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out in accordance with the
“Scheduled Servicing Plan” (see chapter “Maintenance and care”).
Ty r e s
Check the tyre pressure at least once every 4 weeks: if the pressure is
too low, consumption levels increase as resistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot. The weight of the car and its
arrangement greatly affect fuel consumption and stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from the roof after use. These
accessories lower aerodynamic penetration and adversely affect
consumption levels. It is better to use a trailer to transport particularly
bulky objects.Electrical devices
Only use electrical devices for the time needed. The heated rear
window, additional headlights, windscreen wipers and heater fan
require a considerable amount of energy; increasing the current uptake
increases fuel consumption (by up to +25% in an urban cycle).
Climate control system
Using the climate control system will increase consumption: use the air
vents when the external temperature allows it.
Devices for aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified devices for aerodynamic control may adversely
affect air drag and fuel consumption.
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CHANGING A BULBGENERAL 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 light is not working, check that the corresponding fuse is
intact before changing a bulb. For the location of fuses, refer to
the paragraph “Replacing fuses” in this section.
Halogen bulbs must be handled holding the metal part
only. Touching the transparent part of the bulb with your
fingers may reduce the intensity of the emitted light and
even reduce the lifespan of the bulb. In case of accidental contact, wipe
the bulb with a cloth moistened with alcohol and let the bulb dry.Modifications or repairs to the electric system that are
not carried out properly or do not take the system
technical specifications into account can cause
malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.Halogen bulbs contain pressurised gas which may
cause small fragments of glass to be projected
outwards if the bulb is broken.
Due to the high power supply voltage, gas discharge
bulbs (Bi-Xenon) should only be replaced by
specialised personnel: danger of death! Contact Alfa
Romeo Authorized Services.
IMPORTANT When the weather is cold or damp or after heavy rain or
washing, the surface of headlights or rear lights, may steam up and/or
form drops of condensation on the inside. This is a natural
phenomenon due to the difference in temperature and humidity
between the inside and the outside of the glass which does not indicate
a fault and does not compromise the normal operation of lighting
devices. The mist disappears quickly when the lights are turned on,
starting from the centre of the diffuser, extending progressively towards
the edges.
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Bulbs Type Power Re. Figure
Front side lights/Daytime running lights W21/5W 5/21W A
Rear side lights LEDs - -
Dipped headlights H7 55W D
Main beam headlights H7 55W D
Main/Dipped beams (versions with Bi-Xenon headlights) (for
versions/markets, where provided)F D1S -
Front direction indicators 24W module 24W B
Rear direction indicators P21W 21W B
Side direction indicators WY5W 5W A
Brake lights LEDs - -
3rd brake light LEDs - -
Number plate light W5W 5W A
Fog lights H1 55W E
Rear fog lights P21W 21W B
Reversing lights P21W 21W B
Front roof light C10W 10W C
Luggage compartment roof light W5W 5W A
Glove compartment light C5W 5W C
Puddle light W5W 5W A
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REPLACING EXTERIOR BULBSFRONT LIGHT CLUSTERSThese contain the bulbs for the side lights/daytime running lights (DRL),
dipped beams, main beams and direction indicators. The bulbs are
arranged as follows fig. 131:ASide lights/daytime running lights and main beam headlightsBDipped headlightsCDirection indicatorsSIDE LIGHTS/DAYTIME RUNNING
LIGHTS (DRL)To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove cover A fig. 131;
❒remove bulb holder B fig. 132, remove the bulb and replace it;
❒refit bulb holder B, making sure it is correctly secured;
❒refit cover A fig. 131.
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTSTo change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove cover A fig. 131;
❒remove bulb holder C fig. 132, remove the bulb and replace it;
❒refit the bulb holder, making sure it is correctly secured;
❒refit cover A fig. 131.
fig. 131
A0J0021
fig. 132
A0J0041
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DIPPED HEADLIGHTSWith incandescent bulbs
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove cover B fig. 131;
❒remove cover A fig. 133 protecting the bulb;
❒extract the bulb and replace it;
❒refit the bulb holder, making sure it is correctly secured;
❒refit cover B fig. 131.
With gas discharge bulbs (Bixenon)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to have these
bulbs replaced.
DIRECTION INDICATORSFront
To replace the bulb, take wrench A fig. 134 (located in the document
holder), insert it in housing B and turn the bulb holder anticlockwise.
Extract the bulb and replace it.
fig. 133
A0J0040
fig. 134
A0J0018
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOXfig. 150
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DEVICE PROTECTEDFUSE AMPS
Heated windscreenF08 15
Passenger compartment interior solenoid valve
F08
(*)
40
Headlight washer pumpF09 20
Two-tone hornsF10 15
Main beam headlightsF14 15
Additional heater (PTC 1)/“Dynamic Suspension” control unit F15 30
Air conditioning compressorF19 7,5
Heated rear windscreen, defrosting system F20 30
Electric fuel pump in tankF21 15
Fog lightsF30 15
Passenger compartment interior solenoid valve F83 40
Heated windscreen
F83
(*)
20
Power socket on tunnelF85 15
Passenger/driver side door mirror defroster, Demister on front jets, Heated windscreen relay
switch coilF87 7,5
(*) For versions/markets, where provided

INSTRUMENT PANEL FUSE BOXfig. 152DEVICE PROTECTEDFUSE AMPS
Right dipped beam headlight
F12
(*)
7,5
Headlight gas discharge system (right side)
F12
(*)
15
Left dipped beam headlightF13
7,5/5
(*)
Headlight gas discharge system (left side) F13
15/5
(*)
Headlight alignment adjustment system F13 7,5
INT/A key exhaust relay switch coils on engine fuse box F31 5
Front roof light, Luggage compartment roof light, Sun visor courtesy light, Door puddle lights,
Glove compartment lightF32
(*)
5
Radio,Blue&Me
™
control unit, Climate control management control unit, Alarm siren control
unit, Volumetric system control unit, EOBD external diagnosis socket, Tyre pressure monitoring
control unitF36 10
Instrument panel, Brake light switch, Gas discharge headlights management system F37 5
Door lock motor on doors, Safe Lock motor on doors, Tailgate unlocking motor F38 15
Windscreen/rear window washer pump F43 20
Electric window motor complete with control unit (driver side door) F47 20
Electric window motor complete with control unit (passenger side door) F48 20
(*) For versions/markets, where provided
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SPRAY NOZZLESWindscreen washer
The window washer jets are fixed fig. 167.
If the jet of fluid is inadequate, firstly check that there is fluid in the
reservoir: see “Checking fluid levels” in this section).
Then check that the nozzle holes are not clogged, if necessary using a
needle.
Rear Window Washer
The nozzle holder is on the rear window fig. 168.
The rear window washer jets are fixed.HEADLIGHT WASHERS(for versions/markets, where provided)
They are located inside the front bumper fig. 169.
They are activated when the dipped beam and/or main beam
headlights are on and the windscreen washer is activated.Check the correct operation and cleanliness of nozzles at regular
intervals.
fig. 167
A0J0053
fig. 168
A0J0055
fig. 169
A0J0029
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