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TYPES OF BULBSThe car has the following light bulbs:
Glass bulbs:(type A) they are press-fitted. Pull to extract.Bayonet-type bulbs:(type B) to remove from its holder, press the bulb
and turn it anti-clockwise, then extract it.
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.
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DIRECTION INDICATORSFront
To replace the bulb, take wrench A fig. 135 (located in the document
holder), insert it in housing B and turn the bulb holder anticlockwise.
Extract the bulb and replace it.
Side
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒operate lens A fig. 136 in order to compress clip B, then pull the unit
outwards;
❒turn bulb holder C anticlockwise, remove the bulb and replace it;
❒refit bulb holder C in the lens, turning it clockwise;
❒refit the unit, making sure that internal clip B clicks into place.
fig. 134
A0J0040
fig. 135
A0J0018
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REAR FOG LIGHT/REVERSING LIGHTTo replace the rear fog light A fig. 138 or reversing light B fig. 138
bulbs, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.3rd
BRAKE LIGHTS
These are located in the tailgate and are LED bulbs. For replacement,
contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
NUMBER PLATE LIGHTSTo replace the bulbs proceed as follows:
❒remove the number plate light units fig. 139;
❒turn the bulb holder B fig. 140 anticlockwise, extract the bulb C and
replace it;
fig. 138
A0J0044
fig. 139
A0J0046
fig. 140
A0J0045
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REPLACING INTERIOR BULBSFRONT ROOF LIGHTTo change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove the roof light A fig. 141 working at the points indicated by
the arrows;
❒open the flap B fig. 142 and replace the bulbs C releasing them
from the side contacts. Make sure that the new bulbs are correctly
secured between the contacts;
❒reclose the flap B fig. 142 and fix the roof light A fig. 141 in its
housing making sure that it is locked.LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT ROOF
LIGHTTo change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒open the luggage compartment and extract the roof light A fig. 143
working in the point shown by the arrow;❒open the protection B fig. 144 and replace the bulb;
❒re-close the protection B on the lens;
❒refit the roof light A fig. 143 by inserting it in its correct position
firstly on one side and then pressing on the other until it clicks into
place.
fig. 141
A0J0120
fig. 142
A0J0121
fig. 143
A0J0119
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PUDDLE LIGHTTo change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒open the door and remove the roof light by pushing on clip A fig.
148 with a screwdriver;❒press the sides of protection B fig. 148 near the two fixing pins and
replace bulb C;
❒refit the protection, locking the two fixing pins;
❒refit the roof light, inserting it first from side D and then pressing on
the other side until you hear the clip click into place.
fig. 147
A0J0124
fig. 148
A0J0125
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FUSE BOXfig. 153DEVICE PROTECTEDFUSE AMPS
Right dipped beam headlightF12 7,5
Left dipped beam headlightF13
7,5/5
(*)
Headlight alignment adjustment systemF13 7,5
Front roof light, Luggage compartment roof light, Sun visor courtesy light, Door puddle lights, Glove
compartment lightF32 5
Radio, sound system setup system (for versions/markets, where provided),Uconnect
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5" radio (for
versions/markets, where provided), climate control system control unit, alarm system control unit, volumetric
system control unit, EOBD external diagnosis socket, tyre pressure monitoring control unitF36 10
Instrument panel, brake light on switchF37 5
Door lock motor on doors, Safe Lock motor on doors, Tailgate unlocking motor F38 15
Windscreen/rear window washer pumpF43 20
Electric window motor complete with control unit (driver side door) F47 20
Electric window motor complete with control unit (passenger side door) F48 20
Parking sensor control unit, rain/dusk sensor on interior rear view mirror, electrochromic sensor on interior
rear view mirror, seat belts fastened warning light display on interior rear view mirror, control panel lighting
(central control panel, driver side control panel, control panel on steering wheel), heater pad activation
switches on front seats, alarm system volumetric sensor control unit, electric sun roof control unitF49 5
Clutch activation switch, brake light switch, relay switch coils on engine fuse box control unit, control system
on internal climate control/heater unit, flow meter, water presence in diesel sensor, radio, radio setup system
(for versions/markets, where provided)F51 5
Instrument panelF53 5
(*) For versions/markets, where provided
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RAISING THE CARIf you need to lift the car contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services, who
will be equipped with a workshop lift.
IMPORTANT Be careful when positioning the arm of the lift for versions
with side skirts.
TOWING THE CARThe tow ring provided with the car is housed in the tool box in the
boot.ATTACHING THE TOW HOOKRelease the plug A by pressing the lower part, take the tow hook B
from its housing in the tool support and tighten it securely on the front
threaded pin (fig. 157) or on the rear threaded pin (fig. 158).
Before beginning to tow, turn the ignition key to MAR
and then to STOP, without extracting it The steering
column will automatically lock when the key is
removed and the wheels cannot be steered.
fig. 157
A0J0038
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLANPETROL VERSIONSThousands of miles18 36 54 72 90 108
Thousands of kilometres 30 60 90 120 150 180
Months24 48 72 96 120 144
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure, if required●●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction indicators, hazard warning lights,
passenger compartment, luggage compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)●●●●●●
Check operation of windscreen washer/wiper system●●●●●●
Check the position/wear of the windscreen/rear window wiper blades●●●●●●
Check condition and wear of front disc brake pads and operation of pad wear indicator●●●●●●
Check rear disc brake pad condition and wear●●●●●●
Condition and status visual check: bodywork exterior, underbody protection, pipes and hoses
(exhaust - fuel system - brakes), rubber elements (boots - sleeves - bushes etc.)●●●●●●
Check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks, as well as cleanliness and lubrication of linkages●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (engine cooling, hydraulic brakes/clutch, screen washer,
battery, etc.)●●●●●●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if required●●●●●●
Check of condition of timing drive belt (excluding TwinAir Turbo versions)●●
Visually inspect conditions of the accessory drive belt(s)●●
Check tension of accessory drive belts and adjust if necessary (versions with heater) (1.4 Petrol 8V
78 HP versions)●●
Check tappet clearance and adjust, if necessary (1.4 Petrol 8V 78 HP versions)●●●
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DIESEL VERSIONSThousands of miles21 42 63 84 105
Thousands of kilometres 35 70 105 140 175
Months24 48 72 96 120
Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure, if required●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction indicators, hazard warning lights,
passenger compartment, luggage compartment, instrument panel warning lights, etc.)●●●●●
Check operation of windscreen washer/wiper system●●●●●
Check the position/wear of the windscreen/rear window wiper blades●●●●●
Check condition and wear of front disc brake pads and operation of pad wear indicator●●●●●
Check rear disc brake pad condition and wear●●●●●
Condition and status visual check: bodywork exterior, underbody protection, pipes and hoses
(exhaust - fuel system - brakes), rubber elements (boots - sleeves - bushes etc.)●●●●●
Check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks, as well as cleanliness and lubrication of linkages●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (engine cooling, hydraulic brakes/clutch, screen washer,
battery, etc.)●●●●●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if required●●●●●
Check exhaust fumes/emissions●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions of the accessory drive belts●●
Check engine management system operation (through the diagnosis socket)●●●●●
Check battery charge status and possibly recharge●●●●●
Replace accessory drive belts●
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PERIODIC CHECKSEvery 1,000 km or before long journeys, check and restore the
following if necessary:
❒engine coolant, brake fluid and windscreen washer fluid level;
❒tyre inflation pressure and condition;
❒operation of lighting system (headlamps, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, etc.);
❒operation of window washer/wiper system and positioning/wear of
windscreen/rear window wiper blades
Check and top up, if required, the engine oil level every 3,000 km.
HEAVY-DUTY USE OF THE CARIf you use the car mainly under one of the following conditions:
❒towing a trailer or caravan;
❒dusty roads;
❒short, repeated journeys (less than 7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
❒engine often idling or driving long distances at low speeds or long
periods of idleness;
the following checks must be performed more frequently than indicated
in the Scheduled Servicing Plan:
❒check front disc brake pad conditions and wear;
❒check cleanliness of bonnet and boot locks, cleanliness and
lubrication of linkage;
❒visually inspect conditions of: engine, gearbox, transmission, pipes
and hoses (exhaust - fuel system - brakes) and rubber elements
(boots - sleeves - bushes - etc.);
❒check battery charge and battery fluid level (electrolyte);
❒visually inspect condition of the accessory drive belts;
❒check and, if necessary, change engine oil and replace oil filter;
❒check and, if necessary, replace pollen filter;
❒check and, if necessary, replace air cleaner.
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