fuses Alfa Romeo 159 2005 Owner handbook (in English)

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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
❒When a light is not working, check
that the corresponding fuse is intact
before changing a bulb. For the lo-
cation of fuses, refer to the paragraph
“If a fuse blows” in this section;
❒ Before changing a bulb check the con-
tacts for oxidation;
❒ Burnt bulbs must be replaced by oth-
ers of the same type and power;
❒Always check the height of the head-
light beam after changing a bulb.
IMPORTANTThe headlight inner sur-
face may be lightly misted over: this is
not a fault but a natural fact due to low
temperature and the level of air humid-
ity. It will disappear as soon the head-
lights are turned on. The presence of
drops inside the headlights means wa-
ter infiltration, therefore contact Alfa
Romeo Authorized Services.
WHEN NEEDING TO CHANGE A BULB
Modifications or re-
pairs to the electrical
system (electronic control
units) carried out incorrectly
and without bearing the fea-
tures of the system in mind
can cause malfunctions with
the risk of fire.
WARNING
Due to high voltage,
the bulb of (Bixenon)
gas-discharge headlights must
only be replaced by experts:
danger of death! Contact Alfa
Romeo Authorized Services.
WARNING
Halogen bulbs contain
pressurised gas which,
if broken, may cause small
fragments of glass to be pro-
jected outwards.
WARNING
Halogen bulbs must be
handled touching only
the metallic part. If the trans-
parent bulb is touched with the
fingers, its lighting intensity is
reduced and life of the bulb
may be compromised. If
touched accidentally, rub the
bulb with a cloth moistened
with alcohol and allow to dry.
WARNING

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FUSE LOCATION
Fuses are grouped into four fuse boxes
to be found respectively on the dash-
board, on the battery positive pole, near
the battery and inside the boot (right-
hand side).
Fuse box on the dashboard
To gain access to the fuses in the fuse
box on the dashboard, loosen the fas-
tening screw A-fig. 57and remove
the cover B.
A0E0157mfig. 57
A0E0124mfig. 58

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Fuse box on the battery
positive pole
To gain access to the fuses in the fuse
box on the battery positive pole press
the retainers A-fig. 59and remove
the protection cover B.
A0E0126mfig. 59
A0E0125mfig. 60

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Fuse box near the battery
To gain access to the fuses, loosen the
two fastening screws A-fig. 61 and
remove the protection cover B.
A0E0128mfig. 61
A0E0123mfig. 62

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Fuse box in the boot
(left-hand side)
To gain access to the fuses, open the lid
on the left side of the boot as shown by
the arrow A-fig. 63.
A0E0129mfig. 63
A0E0224mfig. 64

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INDEX
External lights .......................... 70
Eyeglasses holder ..................... 87
Fix &Go automatic (device) ...... 186
Flashing the headlights ............. 70
Fluid level checks ..................... 226
Fluids and lubricants ................. 261
Follow me home (device) ......... 71
Front air bags .......................... 137
Front ceiling lights
– bulb replacement ................ 201
– control ............................... 78
Front fog lights
– bulb replacement ................ 197
– control ............................... 72
Fuel
– consumption ...................... 263
– fuel cut-off switch ................ 81
– fuel gauge ......................... 22
Fuel cut-off and power
supply switches ...................... 81
Fuel feed ................................ 250
Fuel filler cap ........................... 122
Fuses (replacement) ................. 205Gearbox (use) ........................ 152
Glass/can holder ...................... 87
Glove compartment .................. 85
Glove compartment light
– bulb replacement ................ 203
Handbrake .............................. 151
Hazard lights ........................... 72
Head restraints .................... 48-49
Headlight washer
– control ............................... 73
– fluid level ........................... 231
Headlights ............................... 65
– adjusting headlight beam ..... 102
– headlight adjustment abroad 103
– headlight aiming device ....... 102
– front fog light adjustment ..... 103
Hill Holder system .................... 107
Identification data .................... 246
If an exterior light burns out ....... 192
If an interior light burns out ....... 201
Ignition device ......................... 19
In an emergency................. 177
Inactivity of the car ................... 160 Dashboard and controls.... 6
Dashboard buttons ................... 72
Diesel fuel filter ........................ 233
Dimensions ............................. 257
Dipped beam headlights
– bulb replacement ................ 196
– control ............................... 70
Direction indicators
– bulb replacement ... 196-197-199
– control ............................... 70
Doors ..................................... 92
Electronic key .......................... 11
Engine
– identification code ............... 248
– marking ............................. 247
– technical data ..................... 249
Engine oil
– consumption ...................... 229
– level check ......................... 228
– specifications ...................... 260
Engine starting ......................... 148
Environment protection ............. 123
EOBD system ........................... 111