Abarth 124 Spider 2020 Owner handbook (in English)

REPLACING A BULB
GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
165) 166) 167) 168)
30) 31)
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;
to replace the bulb, contact an
Abarth Dealership;
use the protective cover and carton
for the replacement bulb to dispose of
the old bulb promptly and out of the
reach of children;
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
“If a fuse blows” in this chapter.
IMPORTANT When removing the lens
or light unit using a flathead
screwdriver, make sure that the flathead
screwdriver does not contact the
interior terminal. If the flathead
screwdriver contacts the terminal, a
short circuit may occur.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
center of the diffuser, extending
progressively towards the edges.
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Exterior light
Light bulbs Type Power
Front positions(versions with Full-LED
headlights)Full-LED(*)—
(versions with halogen headlights) W5W 5 W
High-beams(versions with Full-LED
headlights)Full-LED
(*)—
High-beam/Daytime Running
Lights (DRL)(versions with halogen headlights) H15 55/15 W
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)(versions with Full-LED
headlights)Full-LED
(*)—
Low beams(versions with Full-LED
headlights)Full-LED
(*)—
(versions with halogen headlights) H11 55 W
Front direction indicator lights WY21W 21 W
Side direction indicator lights
WY5W
(**)5W
Front fog lights H11 55 W
Rear position lights
Full-LED
(*)—
Stop lights
Full-LED
(*)—
3
rdstop
Full-LED(*)—
Rear direction indicator lights WY21W 21 W
Rear fog light W21W 21 W
Reverse light W21W 21 W
Number plate lights W5W 5 W
(*) LED is the abbreviation for Light Emitting Diode.
(**) Bulb replacement is not possible because it is built into the unit. Replace the unit.
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Interior light
Light bulbCategory
Wattage UNECE(*)
Overhead light 10 —
Boot lid light 5 —
(*) UNECE stands for United Nations Economic Commission for Europe.
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REPLACING EXTERIOR
LIGHT BULBS
Headlights (low beam)(versions with halogen bulb)
Proceed as follows:
if you are changing the right bulb,
start the engine, turn the steering wheel
all the way to the right, and turn off
engine. If you are changing the left bulb,
turn the steering wheel to the left;
make sure the headlight switch is off;
remove the fasteners 1 fig. 110 in the
seven locations and partially peel back
the mudguard 2;
turn the cover counterclockwise and
remove it (European High-beam) (3
fig. 111 = high beam/4=lowbeam),
disconnect the connector from the unit
by pressing the tab on the connector
with your finger and pulling the
connector;
turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it;
disconnect the bulb from the socket;
install the new bulb in the reverse
order of the removal procedure.Headlights (high beam) with
Daytime Running Lights
(LED versions)
Proceed as follows:
if you are changing the right bulb,
start the engine, turn the steering wheel
all the way to the right, and turn off
engine. If you are changing the left bulb,
turn the steering wheel to the left;
make sure the headlight switch is off;
remove the fasteners 1 fig. 110 in theseven locations and partially peel back
the mudguard 2;
turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it;
turn the cover counterclockwise and
remove it (European High-beam) (1
fig. 112 = head lamp/2=position
lamp / 3 = Daytime Running Lights),
disconnect the connector from the unit
by pressing the tab on the connector
with your finger and pulling the
connector;
turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it;
disconnect the bulb from the socket;
install the new bulb in the reverse
order of the removal procedure.
11008020499-000-003AB
11108020499-000-002AB
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Front direction indicator lights
Proceed as follows:
if you are changing the right bulb,
start the engine, turn the steering wheel
all the way to the right, and turn off
engine. If you are changing the left bulb,
turn the steering wheel to the left.
make sure the ignition is switched
off, and the headlight switch is off;
remove the fasteners in the five
locations fig. 113, and partially peel
back the mudguard;
disconnect the connector from the
unit by pressing the tab on the
connector with your finger and pulling
the connector;
turn the socket and bulb assembly 1
fig. 114 counterclockwise and remove
it;
disconnect the bulb 2 from the
socket;
install the new bulb in the reverse
order of the removal procedure.
Fog lights
Proceed as follows:
if you are changing the right bulb,
start the engine, turn the steering wheel
all the way to the right, and turn off
engine. If you are changing the left bulb,
turn the steering wheel to the left;
make sure the ignition is switched
off, and the headlight switch is off;
remove the fasteners in the five
locations and partially peel back the
mudguard;
disconnect the connector from the
unit by pressing the tab on the
connector with your finger and pulling
the connector;
turn the socket 1 fig. 115 and bulb
assembly counterclockwise, extract the
bulb 2 and remove it;
disconnect the bulb from the socket;
install the new bulb in the reverse
order of the removal procedure.
11208020499-000-010AB
11307031501-206-002AB
11407031501-207-001AB11507031501-208-001AB
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Brake lights / Tail lights
Go to an Abarth Dealership when the
replacement of this lights is necessary.
Side direction indicator lights
Proceed as follows:
make sure the ignition is switched
off, and the headlight switch is off;
if you are changing the right bulb,
start the engine, turn the steering wheel
all the way to the right, and turn off
engine. If you are changing the left bulb,
turn the steering wheel to the left;
remove the fasteners in the five
locations 1 fig. 116 and partially peel
back the mudguard;
disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb by pressing the tab on
the connector with your finger and
pulling the connector;
remove the unit 2 fig. 117 by
pressing the tab on the unit with your
finger and pulling the unit forward to
compress in the internal catch 3
fig. 118, then pull the cluster outwards;
lift up the device 4, and then remove
the cluster and install the new side
direction indicator unit in the reverse
order of the removal procedure.
11608020499-000-011AB
11707031501-210-001AB11807031501-211-001AB
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Position lights(LED versions)
Proceed as follows:
remove the fasteners in the seven
locations and partially peel back the
upper side of the mudguard;
turn the socket 1 fig. 119 and bulb
assembly 2 counterclockwise and
remove it;
disconnect the bulb from the socket;
install the new bulb in the reverse
order of the removal procedure.
Rear direction indicator lights
Proceed as follows:
remove the retainers 1 fig. 120 and
the boot lid end trim;
remove the retainers 2 fig. 121 and
then partially peel back the boot lid side
trim;
disconnect the connector 3 fig. 121;
remove a screw 4 fig. 123 and the
two nuts 5;
11908070604-123-100AB
12007031501-212-002AB
12107031501-214-001AB
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pull the unit rearward 6 fig. 124 to
remove it;
turn the socket and bulb assembly 7
fig. 125 counterclockwise and remove
it.
Reverse light / Rear fog light
(where provided)
Proceed as follows:
make sure the ignition is switched
off, and the headlight switch is off;
disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb by pressing the tab on
the connector with your finger and
pulling the connector;
turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it: 1 =
reverse light/2=rearfoglight;
disconnect the bulb from the socket;
install the new bulb in the reverse
order of the removal procedure.
Number plate lights
Proceed as follows:
make sure the ignition is switched
off, and the headlight switch is off;
slide the unit 1 fig. 127 as shown in
the figure to remove it,
disconnect the electrical connector
from the unit;
install the new unit in the reverse
order of the removal procedure.
12207031501-213-001AB
12307031501-215-001AB
12407031501-216-001AB
12507031501-203-002AB
12608020499-000-012AB
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WARNING
165)Changes or repairs to the electrical
system carried out incorrectly and without
due consideration for the technical
specifications of the system may lead to
malfunctioning and generate a fire hazard.
166)Before replacing the bulb, wait for the
exhaust ducts to cool down: DANGER OF
SCALDING!167)Halogen bulbs contain pressurised
gas, in the case of breakage they may
burst causing glass fragments to be
projected outwards.
168)Only replace bulbs when the engine is
off. Also ensure that the engine is cold, to
prevent the risk of burns.
IMPORTANT
30)Where possible, it is advisable to have
bulbs changed at Abarth Dealership.
Proper operation and direction of the
external lights are essential for driving in
safety and comply with law.
31)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
GENERAL INFORMATION
169) 170) 171) 172) 173)
32) 33)
Fuse location
Fuses are grouped together in two fuse
boxes located on the left side of the
vehicle and under the bonnet.
FUSES ON THE LEFT
SIDE OF THE VEHICLE
Proceed as follows:
make sure the ignition is switched
off, and other switches are off;
open the fuse panel cover
fig. 128 (located near the door);
press retaining clip and remove
protection cover;
12707031501-220-001AB
12807031601-121-001AB
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pull the fuse straight out with the fuse
puller provided on the fuse block
located in the engine compartment
fig. 129;
inspect the fuse and replace it if it is
blown;
insert a new fuse of the same
amperage rating, and make sure it fits
tightly. If it does not fit tightly, contact an
Abarth Dealership. If you have no spare
fuses, borrow one of the same rating
from a circuit not essential to vehicle
operation, such as the AUDIO or
OUTLET circuit;
reinstall the cover and make sure that
it is securely installed.
IMPORTANT Always replace a fuse with
a genuine FCA fuse or equivalent of the
same rating. Otherwise you may
damage the electric system.
FUSES UNDER THE
BONNET
Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and other switches are off and remove
the fuse block cover. If the lock is
forcefully opened, the fuse block cover
may come in contact with the frame
when it is removed and become
scratched.
When removing the cover, remove it
slowly according to the following
procedure:
disengage the rear lock 1 fig. 130 by
pressing down on the front tab with
your fingers;
remove the front tab while slightly
lifting the front of the cover 2;
remove the cover while lifting it and
sliding it to the rear;
if any fuse but the MAIN fuse is
blown, replace it with a new one of the
same amperage rating;
reinstall the cover and make sure that
it is securely installed.
12907031601-122-001AB
13007031601-123-001AB
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