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SAFETY
STARTING
AND DRIVING
WARNING
LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
SERVICE
AND CARE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
CONTROLS
AND DEVICES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
(DRL)
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒turn the bulb holder A-fig. 18 anti-
clockwise using the tab and pull it out;
❒remove the bulb B by pushing it in
slightly and turning it anti-clockwise;
❒refit the bulb holder by putting it in its
housing and turning it clockwise until it
locks into place. MAIN/DIPPED BEAM
HEADLIGHTS fig. 19
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove the rubber cap;
❒disconnect the central electric connec-
tor
B-fig. 19 and release the bulb hold-
er catch;
❒remove the bulb Aand replace it;
❒fit the new bulb, aligning the outlines of
the metallic part with the grooves on
the reflector;
❒refit the bulb holder catch and recon-
nect the electrical connector;
❒refit the cap, ensuring that it locks in-
to place. DIRECTION INDICATORS
Front fig. 20
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒steer the right/left wheel inwards;
❒turn the catch A-fig. 20, then lift off the
access lid B
;
fig. 18F0M0632mfig. 19/bF0M0634mfig. 19/aF0M0633m
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SAFETY
STARTING
AND DRIVING
WARNING
LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
CONTROLS
AND DEVICES
SERVICE
AND CARE
IMPORTANT If the battery’s charge stays
below 50% for a long time it becomes
damaged through sulphation, which re-
duces its capacity and ability to start
the car.
The battery will also be more at risk of
freezing (this can happen as early as
−10°C). Refer to “Car inactivity” in “Start-
ing and driving” if the car is left parked for
a long time.
If, after buying the car, you want to install
electrical devices that require a permanent
electric supply (alarm, etc.) or devices that
use a lot of electricity, contact a Fiat Deal-
ership. Their qualified personnel, in addi-
tion to suggesting the most suitable de-
vices from the Lineaccessori Fiat range,
will evaluate the overall electricity con-
sumption, checking whether the car’s elec-
tric system is capable of withstanding the
load required, or whether it should be in-
tegrated with a more powerful battery.
Since these devices continue to consume
energy even when the engine is switched
off, they gradually run down the battery.
USEFUL ADVICE FOR
EXTENDING THE LIFE
OF YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and make
it last longer, follow these instructions
closely:
❒when you park the car, ensure that the
doors, boot and bonnet are closed
properly to prevent the ceiling courtesy
lights from staying on;
❒turn off the ceiling lights, although thecar does have an automatic system for
switching off internal lights;
❒do not leave devices (e.g. sound sys-tem, hazard lights, etc.) switched on
for a long time when the engine is not
running;
❒before performing any operation on theelectrical system, disconnect the nega-
tive battery cable;
❒make sure battery terminals are fullytightened.
Incorrect assembly of electric
and electronic devices may
cause severe damage to your
car. Go to a Fiat Dealership if
you want to install accessories (anti-
theft device, mobile phone, etc.): they
will suggest the most suitable devices
and advise you if a higher-capacity bat-
tery needs to be installed.
Batteries contain substances
that can be very harmful to
the environment. It is advis-
able to have the battery
changed by a Fiat Dealership, where
it will be disposed of properly and in
accordance with the law.
If the vehicle must remain
unused for a long time at
very low temperatures, remove the
battery and take it to a warm place
to avoid freezing.
WARNING
If you have to perform any
operation on the battery or
near it, always protect your eyes with
special goggles.
WARNING
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