2016 FIAT 500X Owners Manual

3. Insert the new bulb, locking it between the contacts.
4. Reinstall the dome light.Dome Light
To replace the bulbs proceed as follows:
1. Lower the handle in the direction shown remove the
dome light.
2. Replace the bulb by removing it from the side contacts.
Rear Dome Light
Retractable Roof Light
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3. Insert the new bulb, locking it between the contacts.
4. Reinstall the dome light.Interior Cargo Lights
To replace the bulbs proceed as follows:
1. Open the luggage compartment and remove the dome
light assembly.
2. Open the light cover and replace the bulb.
Bulb
Light Cover
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3. Close the light cover over the bulb.
4. Reinstall the dome light in its correct position.
WARNING!
•Before proceeding with the replacement of the
lamp wait for the exhaust pipes are cool: DANGER
OF BURNS!
• Modifications or repair of the electrical system
performed incorrectly and without taking into ac-
count the technical characteristics can cause mal-
functions with the risk of fire.
• Halogen lamps contain gas under pressure, in the
event of breakage be careful of the projection of
fragments of glass.
• Halogen lamps must be handled by touching only
the metallic part. If the transparent bulb is in
contact with the fingers, reduces the intensity of
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the emitted light and you can also affect the life of
the lamp. In case of accidental contact, rub the bulb
with a cloth dampened with alcohol and allow to
dry.
FUSES
WARNING!
•When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appro-
priate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as
the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another
fuse of higher amp rating. Never replace a blown
fuse with metal wires or any other material. Failure
to use proper fuses may result in serious personal
injury, fire and/or property damage.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition
is off and that all the other services are switched off
and/or disengaged.
• If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an autho-
rized dealer.
• If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air
bag system, braking system), power unit systems
(engine system, gearbox system) or steering system
blows, contact an authorized dealer.
General Information
The fuses protect electrical systems against excessive current.
When a device does not work you must check the
electrical circuit inside the fuse for a break/melt.
Also please be aware that when using power outlets for
extended periods of time with the engine off may result
in vehicle battery discharge.
Blade Fuses
1 — Electrical Circuit
2 — Blade Fuse With Good Electrical Circuit
3 — Blade Fuse With Bad Electrical Circuit
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Fuse Removal
To replace a fuse use the extractor attached to the fuse
cover (located on the inside of the engine compartment
fuse cover.Access To The Fuses
The fuses are grouped into four controllers located in the
engine compartment, under the instrument panel and on
the inside of the left side cargo trim panel.
Engine Compartment Fuses/Distribution Unit
The engine compartment fuse panel is located on the left
side of the engine compartment.
Fuse Extractor Location
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Engine Compartment Fuse CavitiesFuse Panel And Cover Location
1 — Mounting Screw
2 — Fuse Cover
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Removing Fuse Cover and Locking Screw
Proceed as follows:
1. Slowly turn the screw counterclockwise.
2. Slowly release the screw.
3. Remove the fuse cover by sliding it upward.
Mounting Fuse Cover and Locking Screw
Proceed as follows:
1. Properly secure the fuse cover to the box, slide com-pletely from top to bottom.
2. Fully depress the screw, using the special screwdriver supplied.
3. Slowly turn the screw clockwise.
4. Release the screw.
Battery Fuse Cover Location
1 — Fuse Cover Tabs
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Cavity Maxi FuseCartage FuseMini FuseDescription
F01 70 Amp Tan ––Module Body Com-
puter
F02 60 Amp Blue ––Module Body Com-
puter, Rear Distribution
Units
F03 – 20 Amp Blue–Controller Power Sup-
ply Body Computer
F04 – 30 Amp Pink–Brake Control Electron-
ics Module
F05 70 Amp Tan ––Electric Power-Assisted
Steering
F06 20 Amp Yellow – –Engine Cooling fan
F07 50 Amp Red ––Engine Cooling fan
F08 – 30 Amp Pink–Automatic Transmis-
sion, GSM
F09 – –5 Amp TanControl Module Engine
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