bulb Abarth 500 2015 Owner handbook (in English)

GRAPHICAL INDEX
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HEADLIGHTS
❒Bulb types ..........................................136
❒External lights ..................................... 30
❒Bulb replacement ................................135
WHEELS
❒Rims and tyres ....................................178
❒Tyre pressure ......................................181
DOOR MIRRORS
❒Adjustment ......................................... 19
❒Folding ............................................... 20
DOORS
❒Central opening/closing ...................... 42
BONNET
❒Opening/closing .................................. 48
WINDSCREEN WIPERS
❒Blade replacement ..............................165
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REAR LIGHTS
❒Bulb types
❒Bulb replacement ................................142
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT
❒Opening/closing .................................. 45
REAR WINDOW WIPER
❒Blade replacement ..............................166
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Warning lights on
displayWhat it means What to do
amberEXTERIOR LIGHTS FAILURE
On some versions, the display will show the
symbol and a dedicated message if a fault is
detected in one of the following lights:
❒daytime running lights (DRL)
❒side lights
❒direction indicators
❒rear fog light
❒number plate lights.The fault may be caused by a blown bulb, a
blown protective fuse or a break in the electrical
connection.
amberASR SYSTEM
The symbol on the display flashes to indicate the
intervention of the ASR system.
amberPOSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
The symbol is displayed when the outside
temperature falls to or below 3°C.
The display shows the dedicated message.
amberBRAKE LIGHT FAILURE
The display will show the symbol together with a
dedicated message if there is a fault in the brake
lights.
amberPARKING SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol is shown on the display together with
a dedicated message if there is a fault in the
parking sensors.
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A punctured tyre or a burnt-out bulb?
At times, a problem may interfere
with our journey.
The pages on emergencies can help
you to deal with critical situations
independently and with calm.
In an emergency we recommend that
you call the freephone number found in
the Warranty Booklet.
It is also possible to call the 00 800
3428 0000 freephone number to
search the nearest Abarth Authorised
Dealership.STARTING THE ENGINE .................130
"FIX&GO AUTOMATIC" KIT .............131
REPLACING A BULB .....................135
REPLACING AN EXTERIOR BULB ..139
REPLACING AN INTERIOR BULB ...142
REPLACING FUSES........................144
BATTERY RECHARGING ................149
LIFTING THE CAR...........................149
TOWING THE CAR .........................150
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REPLACING A BULB
GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
❒Before replacing a bulb check the
contacts for oxidation;
❒burnt bulbs must be replaced by
others of the same type and power;
❒always check the headlight beam
alignment after replacing a bulb;
❒when a light is not working, check
that the corresponding fuse is intact
before replacing a bulb. For the
location of fuses, refer to the
paragraph "Replacing fuses" in this
chapter.
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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
Various types of bulbs are fitted to your car:
All-glass bulbs:(type A) press-fitted. Pull to remove.
Bayonet type bulbs:(type B) to remove them press the bulb
and turn it anticlockwise.
Tubular bulbs:(type C) release them from their contacts to
remove.
Halogen bulbs:(type D) to remove the bulb, release the clip
holding the bulb in place.
Halogen bulbs:(type E) to remove the bulb, release the clip
holding the bulb in place.
Gas discharge bulbs (Xenon):(type F) to replace them,
contact an Abarth Dealership.
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Bulbs
Use Type Power Ref. Figure
Main beam headlights HI 55 W D
Dipped headlights H7 55 W D
Dipped headlights with gas discharge bulbs
(Xenon) (for versions/markets, where provided)DIS 35 W F
Front side lights/daytime running lights W2I/5W 5/2IW A
Front direction indicators WY2IW 21 W B
Front direction indicators (with xenon gas
discharge bulbs)PY24W 24 W B
Side direction indicators W5W 5 W A
Rear direction indicators PY2IW 2IW B
Rear side lights RI0W I0W B
Brake lights P2IW 2IW B
Reversing light P2IW 2IW B
Rear fog light P2IW 2IW B
Roof light C5W 5 W C
Luggage compartment light W5W 5 W A
Number plate light C5W 5 W C
Fog lights HI 55 W E
Third brake lights W5W 5 W A
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WARNING
114) 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.
115) Halogen bulbs contain pressurised gas. If they break, glass fragments could fly everywhere.
IMPORTANT
25) Halogen bulbs must be handled by 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.
26) Where possible, it is advisable to have bulbs changed at an Abarth Dealership. The correct operation and alignment
of the external lights are absolutely essential for the safety of the car and of compliance with the law.
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REPLACING AN
EXTERIOR BULB
For the type of bulb and power rating,
see paragraph "Replacing a bulb".
FRONT LIGHT CLUSTERS
The front light clusters contain side
lights, dipped headlights, main beam
headlights and direction indicator bulbs.
Access to the direction
indicator bulbs
Operating from the engine
compartment remove the rubber cap A
fig. 104.
Access to the dipped
headlight bulbs
Remove the rubber cap B fig. 104.Access to the side
light/daytime running
light (DRL) and main
beam headlight bulbs
Completely steer the wheels and open
guard door C fig. 105 (on the wheel
arch at the level of the lights) then
remove the rubber cap D fig. 105.
DIRECTION INDICATORS
Front
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove the protective rubber cap
mentioned above;
❒turn the bulb holder A fig. 106
anticlockwise and remove it;
❒remove the pressure-fitted bulb and
replace it;
❒refit the bulb holder A by turning it
clockwise and locking it correctly;❒refit the rubber cap.
Side
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To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒apply leverage at the point indicated
by the arrow, in such a way as to
compress the fixing clip and remove
unit B fig. 107

❒turn the bulb holder anticlockwise,
extract the press-fitted bulb and
replace it;
❒refit the bulb holder in the lens, then
position unit B, ensuring that the
fastening clip clicks into place.
DIPPED HEADLIGHTS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove the protective rubber cap
mentioned above;
❒press the fastener A fig. 108 and
remove the bulb holder;
❒remove the pressure-fitted bulb and
replace it;
❒refit the bulb holder locking it
correctly;
❒refit the rubber cap.
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MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
To change the bulb, proceed as
follows:
❒remove the protective rubber cap
mentioned above;
❒release the two bulb holding clips A
fig. 109;
❒extract the bulb and replace it;
❒fit the new bulb, making the outline of
the metallic part coincide with the
grooves on the reflector, then
reattach the bulb holding clips;
❒refit the rubber cap.SIDE LIGHTS/DAYTIME
RUNNING LIGHTS
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove the protective rubber cap
mentioned above;
❒turn the bulb holder B fig. 109
anticlockwise and remove it;
❒remove the pressure-fitted bulb and
replace it;
❒refit the bulb holder B by turning it
clockwise and locking it correctly;
❒refit the rubber cap.
FOG LIGHTS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
For replacing these bulbs, contact
an Abarth Dealership.
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