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FRONT HEADLIGHTS: replacing the bulbs

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Halogen front fog lights 1

(depending on the vehicle)

The front bumper needs to be removed; consult an approved Dealer.

Type of bulb: H11L or H11L+ or H16.

Daytime running lights and side lights 2

(depending on the vehicle)

Please see an authorised dealer.

Before performing any action in the engine compartment, the ignition must be switched off (please see the information on “Starting, stopping the engine” in Section 2).

The bulbs are under pressure and can break when replaced.

Risk of injury.

Please note when working close to the engine that it may be hot. The engine cooling fan may also start at any moment. The warning light in the engine compartment reminds you of this.

Risk of injury.

Direction indicator lights

Turn bulb holder 3 a quarter of a turn and take out the bulb.

Bulb type: PY24W.

Once the bulb has been replaced, check that it is properly secured.

Halogen dipped beam headlight

(depending on vehicle)

Remove cover A to access the bulb holder.

To change the bulb:

- remove cover B;

- disconnect wiring 4;

- unclip the spring 5 and remove the bulb.

Bulb type: H7

Halogen main beam headlight

(depending on vehicle)

To change the bulb:

- remove cover C;

- disconnect wiring 6;

- unclip the spring 7 and remove the bulb.

Bulb type: H1

It is essential to use anti-U.V. 55W bulbs so as not to damage the plastic on the headlights.

Do not touch the bulb glass. Hold it by its base.

When the bulb has been changed, make sure you refit the cover correctly.

To comply with local legislation, or as a precaution, you can obtain an emergency kit containing a set of spare bulbs and fuses from an approved dealer.

Any operation on (or modification to) the electrical system must be performed by an approved dealer since an incorrect connection might damage the electrical equipment (harness, components and in particular the alternator). In addition, your Dealer has all the parts required for fitting these units.

LED daytime running lights/side lights/dipped headlights/main beam headlights 8

(depending on the vehicle)

Please see an authorised dealer.

LED front fog lights/cornering lights 9

(depending on the vehicle)

Consult an approved dealer

Additional lights

If you wish to fit fog lights to your vehicle, please see an authorised dealer.

Any operation on (or modification to) the electrical system must be performed by an approved dealer since an incorrect connection might damage the electrical equipment (harness, components and in particular the alternator). In addition, your Dealer has all the parts required for fitting these units.

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