2017 FIAT 500X Owner handbook (in English)

HAZARD WARNING
LIGHTS
CONTROL
Press the fig. 112 button to switch the
lights on/off.
When the hazard warning lights are on,
the
andwarning lights flash.
IMPORTANT The use of hazard warning
lights is governed by the highway code
of the country you are driving in:
comply with legal requirements.
Emergency braking
In the event of emergency braking the
hazard warning lights switch on
automatically as well as the
and
warning lights in the instrument
panel.
The lights switch off automatically when
emergency braking ceases.
REPLACING A BULB
136) 137) 138)
65)
GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
Before replacing a bulb check the
contacts for oxidation;
replace blown bulbs 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 replacing the bulb. For the
location of fuses, refer to the paragraph
“Replacing fuses” in this chapter.
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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TYPES OF BULBS
The vehicle is equipped with the following bulbs:
Glass bulbs (type A): they are press-fitted. Pull to extract.
Bayonet-type bulbs (type B): to remove them from their holder,
press the bulb and turn it anticlockwise, then extract it.
Tubular bulbs (type C): release them from their contacts to remove.
Halogen bulbs (type D): to remove the bulb, turn the connector to
the side and pull it out.
Halogen bulbs (type E): to remove the bulb, turn it anticlockwise.
Xenon gas discharge bulb (type F): to remove the bulb, contact a
Fiat Dealership.
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Light bulbs Type Power Figure reference
Front side lights/Daytime running lights (DRL) W21W 21W B
Rear side/brake light P21W 21W B
Main beam/dipped beam headlights (halogen) H4 60/55W D
Main beam/dipped beam headlights (Xenon gas discharge) D5S 25W F
Front direction indicators PY21W 21W B
Rear direction indicators P21W 21W B
Side direction indicators (on door mirror) WY5W 5W A
Third brake light LED – –
Number plate W5W 5W A
Fog lights H8 35W E
Rear fog light P21W 21W B
Reverse gear P21W 21W B
Front ceiling light C5W 5W A
Front ceiling lights (sun visors) C5W 5W A
Rear ceiling light (versions without sunroof) XENON 6W A
Rear ceiling lights (versions with sunroof) C5W 5W C
Boot ceiling lights W5W 5W A
Glove compartment light W5W 5W A
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REPLACING AN
EXTERNAL BULB
Dipped/main beam headlights
To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:
working from inside the engine
compartment, remove the rubber cap A
fig. 113, using the dedicated tab;
turn the bulb and bulb holder
assembly anticlockwise and then
remove it sliding it outwards;
disconnect the electrical connector B
and replace the bulb C.
then insert the bulb and bulb holder
assembly in its housing and turn it
clockwise, making sure that it is locked
correctly;
refit the rubber cap A.
IMPORTANT Only replace the bulb
when the engine is off. Also ensure that
the engine is cold, to prevent the risk of
burns.
Xenon gas discharge main
beam/dipped beam headlights
For replacing these bulbs, contact a
Fiat Dealership.
Side lights/daytime running lights
(DRL)
To replace the bulbs, proceed as
follows:
steer the car wheels completely
inwards;
undo screws A fig. 114 using the
screwdriver provided and remove
inspection flap B;
identify the side light/daytime running
light bulb;
turn the bulb and bulb holder
assembly anticlockwise and then
remove it sliding it outwards;
replace the bayonet-fitted bulb A
fig. 115;
finally, refit the inspection flap B
fig. 114, fully tightening fixing screws A.
Front direction indicators
To replace the bulbs, proceed as
follows:
steer the car wheels completely
inwards;
undo screws A fig. 114 using the
screwdriver provided and remove
inspection flap B;
identify the direction indicator bulb;
turn the bulb and bulb holder
assembly anticlockwise and then
remove it sliding it outwards;
replace the bayonet-fitted bulb A
fig. 115;
finally, refit the inspection flap B
fig. 114, fully tightening fixing screws A.
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Fog lights
To replace the bulbs, proceed as
follows:
steer the car wheels completely
inwards;
undo screws A fig. 114 using the
screwdriver provided and remove
inspection flap B;
identify the fog light;
turn the bulb and bulb holder
assembly anticlockwise and then
remove it sliding it outwards;
disconnect the electrical connector;
replace the bulb-bulb holder
assembly B fig. 115;
reconnect the electrical connector to
the new bulb-bulb holder; then insert it
making sure it is locked correctly;
insert the assembly by turning it
clockwise and locking it correctly;
finally, refit the inspection flap B
fig. 114, fully tightening fixing screws A.Side turn light
IMPORTANT The procedure is
described by way of example only. It is
advisable to contact a Fiat Dealership
for bulb replacement.
To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:
remove the cap B fig. 116 from the
door mirror very carefully (use a suitable
tool to prevent damaging the painted
parts) around the mirror frame (as
shown in the figure);
remove the lens A and then remove
the bulb C pulling it from the respective
bulb holder.
fit the new bulb, making sure it is
correctly locked;
refit the bulb holder on lens A;
refit cap B on the door mirror
correctly, ensuring that it locks correctly.
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Rear light cluster
To replace the bulbs, proceed as
follows:
open the tailgate;
using the tool A fig. 117 provided
(located in the on-board document
pouch), undo the two screws A
fig. 118, then release the light cluster
from the respective pin fasteners pulling
it carefully;
disconnect the central connector B,
then undo the two screws C;
release the tabs shown by the arrows
and extract the bulb holder assembly D
fig. 119;
identify the bulb to be replaced
(1 Positions/Stop - 2 Direction indicator
- 3 Rear fog light (where provided) or
Reverse);
all bulbs are "bayonet-fitted"; to
replace them, press slightly and turn at
the same time: anticlockwise to extract;
clockwise to insert;
reposition the bulb holder assembly
D correctly in the headlight body;proceed until you hear the tabs click;
fasten the two screws C fig. 118 and
reconnect the central connector B;
refit the lens by screwing the two
screws A completely;
close the tailgate.
3
rdbrake lights
The 3rdbrake lights are LED-based. To
replace them, contact a Fiat Dealership.
Number plate lights
To replace the bulbs, proceed as
follows:
using the screwdriver provided,
remove the lenses A fig. 120 working in
the point shown;
turn the bulb holder B
fig. 121 anticlockwise, extract the bulb
C and replace it.
finally, refit the lenses.
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NOTE Before removing the lens unit,
put a protection (e.g. cloth) on the tip of
the screwdriver, in order not to damage
the lens itself.
WARNING
136)Before replacing the bulb, wait for the
exhaust ducts to cool down: DANGER OF
SCALDING!
137)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.
138)Halogen bulbs contain pressurised
gas, in the case of breakage they may
burst causing glass fragments to be
projected outwards.
IMPORTANT
65)Halogen bulbs must be handled
holding the metallic 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 the event of accidental
contact, wipe the bulb with a cloth
moistened with alcohol and let the bulb dry.
REPLACING FUSES
INTRODUCTION
139) 140) 141) 142)
66) 67)
Fuses protect the electrical system:
they intervene (blow) in the event of a
failure or improper action on the
system.
Fuse extracting pliers
To replace a fuse, use the pliers hooked
to the side of the engine compartment
fuse box cover (see fig. 122 ).
The pliers have two different ends,
specifically designed to remove the
different types of fuses present in the
vehicle.
To take out the pliers, grab them from
the upper tabs, press and pull upwards.
After being used, the pliers should be
positioned properly in their housing,
grabbing them from the upper tabs,
pressing and pushing them until a click
is heard.
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FUSE LOCATION
Fuses are grouped together in the fuse
boxes located in the engine
compartment, under the dashboard
and inside the boot.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
FUSE BOX
The fuse box is located by the side of
the battery fig. 123.
To access the fuses, proceed as
follows:
fully tighten screw A fig. 124, using
the screwdriver provided;
at the same time slowly rotate the
screw anticlockwise, until resistance is
encountered (do not overtighten);
slowly release the screw;
opening is indicated by the entire
screw head coming out of its housing;
remove cover B, sliding it upwards
on the side guides, as indicated in the
figure.
The number identifying the electrical
component corresponding to each fuse
is shown on the cover.
Once the fuse has been replaced,
proceed as follows:
correctly refit the cover B in the side
guides of the casing;
slide it down completely from the
top;
fully tighten screw A, using the
screwdriver provided;
at the same time slowly rotate the
screw clockwise, until resistance is
encountered (do not overtighten);
slowly release the screw;
closure is indicated by the securing
of the entire screw head in its housing.
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