2018 FIAT 500X Owner handbook (in English)

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. 118, 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. 119 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. 120;
finally, refit the inspection flap B
fig. 119, 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. 119 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. 120;
finally, refit the inspection flap B
fig. 119, fully tightening fixing screws A.
Fog lights
To replace the bulbs, proceed as
follows:
steer the car wheels completely
inwards;
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119F1B0147
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undo screws A fig. 119 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. 120;
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. 119, 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. 121 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.
Rear light cluster
To replace the bulbs, proceed as
follows:
open the tailgate;
using the tool A fig. 122 provided
(located in the on-board document
pouch), undo the two screws A
fig. 123, then release the light cluster
from the respective pin fasteners pulling
it carefully;
disconnect the central connector B,
then undo the two screws C;
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release the tabs shown by the arrows
and extract the bulb holder assembly D
fig. 124;
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. 123 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. 125 working in
the point shown;
turn the bulb holder B
fig. 126 anticlockwise, extract the bulb
C and replace it.
finally, refit the lenses.
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
139) Before replacing the bulb, wait for the
exhaust ducts to cool down: DANGER OF
SCALDING!
140) 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.
141) Halogen bulbs contain pressurised
gas, in the case of breakage they may
burst causing glass fragments to be
projected outwards.
142) Only replace the light bulbs when the
engine is off and in a position that does not
interfere with traffic and lets you safely
replace them (see the description in the
“Replacement” paragraph). Also ensure
that the engine is cold, to prevent the risk
of burns.
IMPORTANT
77) 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.
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REPLACING FUSES
INTRODUCTION
143) 144) 145) 146)
78) 79)
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. 127 ).
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.
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. 128.To access the fuses, proceed as
follows:
fully tighten screw A fig. 129, 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;
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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.
DASHBOARD FUSE BOX
The fuse box fig. 130 is located near
the left side of the steering column and
the fuses can be accessed easily from
the lower part of the dashboard.
For fuse replacement, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
BOOT FUSE BOX
Open inspection cover A fig. 131 and
access the fuses in fuse box B fig. 132.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX
USERSFUSE AMPERE
Horn F10
10
Power supply for cigar lighter/power socket F8420
DASHBOARD FUSE BOX
USERS FUSE AMPERE
Front electric window (passenger side) F3320
Fr
ont electric window (driver side) F3420
Power supply to Uconnect
™system, Climate Control System,
Rear-view mirror folding system, EOBD system, USB / AUX port,
Rear side roof light (convertible version) F36 15
Dead Lock device (Driver side door unlocking for
versions/markets, where provided)/Door unlocking/Central
locking/Electric tailgate unlocking F38 20
Rear left electric window F47 20
Rear right electric window F48 20
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BOOT FUSE BOX
NOTE The configuration of the boot may vary in accordance with the equipment on the vehicle.
Fuse box B
USERSFUSE AMPERE
HI-FI system F220
Electric
sun roof F320
Front seat electric lumbar adjustment (driver guide) F47.5
Electric front seat adjustment (driver side) F530
Electric front seat adjustment (driver side and passenger side) F67.5
Electric front seat lumbar adjustment (driver side and passenger
side) F7
30
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