Both DRL are now not working and I'm getting the symbol on the dash. However when I put main lights on then the DRL light up

Taking car in to get handle fixed today and so will mention it but has anyone else had this issue and did it get fixed?

Thanks
Heidi

The bulbs are twin filament so it's possible for the drl bit to blow, but the sidelight bit to be fine. You probably just need to change them.

DRL's are duel filament so they could blow but still work when the headlights are on. I bet both bulbs have just blown at the same time.

You can turn the drs's off on the menu and then the warning will not show up.
Then you can get them changed when you have the time.

RUI said:

You can turn the drs's off on the menu and then the warning will not show up.

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Is this tried and tested out of interest

Most Easterly Pandas said:

Is this tried and tested out of interest

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Yes I have had one out for about 6 months so I tuned them off... I even passed an MOT.

I may even get around to changing it before next year.

That figures, RUI - a mate of mine is an MOT tester and told me a while back that DRL functionality is not included in the test. I don't expect that to last, though.

TrevC said:

That figures, RUI - a mate of mine is an MOT tester and told me a while back that DRL functionality is not included in the test. I don't expect that to last, though.

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The DRLs themselves aren't part of the test (for now), but the sidelights are, so if that part of the DRL functionality is not working, your car will likely be failed.

Got car back and they said lights were working. They fell for same trap as me and not realised twin bulbs. So have knackered DRLs and can't afford to replace after the amount door handle has cost so bye bye DRLs for a while

Heidi said:

Got car back and they said lights were working. They fell for same trap as me and not realised twin bulbs. So have knackered DRLs and can't afford to replace after the amount door handle has cost so bye bye DRLs for a while

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The bulb itself is not expesive

(w21/5w) fit DLR's

think this is the correct bulb:

http://www.autobulbsdirect.co.uk/580-W21-5W-car-bulbs/

£3.50 delivered for 2 off the bay

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/2-x-580-L...hicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item337d0f2e32&_uhb=1



And is accessed via the arch liner access panel just make sure on fitting them to put them in the correct way round

He told me approx £12 each. Perhaps he's includes fitting in that

No way I'm attempting to fit them....I am not in any way DIY minded. Thanks for help but shall have to do without .........

Heidi said:

No way I'm attempting to fit them....I am not in any way DIY minded. Thanks for help but shall have to do without .........

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And not interested in learning how to turn the steering full lock, unclip a flap, then remove a bulb holder and then remove a bayonet fitting bulb?

No I am so useless I would snap something off. You have never met such a dumb person at doing anything like that! Always ends up costing me more if I try to do anything. Have asked husband but he just mumbled something about being busy. Perhaps halfords WeFit service would be cheaper than garage?

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Perhaps halfords WeFit service would be cheaper than garage?

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You'll probably damage it less yourself! Halfords can just about stretch to advise you about the correct bulb or wiper, but I wouldn't let them actually touch the car..

bgunn said:

You'll probably damage it less yourself! Halfords can just about stretch to advise you about the correct bulb or wiper, but I wouldn't let them actually touch the car..

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Can't see why.....they break it they have to pay to fix it; I break it whilst trying to do something I know I'm crap at and I have to pay. Can't do a worse job than if I try.....I who had trouble opening sons advent calendar door without ripping it this morning. Yes I am that crap

They won't pay. They won't tell you they broke it, they'll just bodge it.

Seriously - it's not that hard, read the owners manual, it's literally unclipping a cover, then removing a bulb holder, if it feels like it's going to break, you're pulling too hard! It's not that fragile.

since im a kind mod.... ive knocked this little guide up...

https://www.fiatforum.com/500-guides/314566-500-front-light-bulbs-change.html?p=3138552

small hands help a lot.. for the drl as too does twisting your hand in a funny position........


i did try to do a video but it was too dark for the camera to focus.. took me 1min 30 secs or so to get the bulb out........

Thanks. What do you mean by making sure the bulb 'the right way round'? I don't understand.

Don't have it the wrong way round

Just studied the photographs and I'm a bit lost at number 5. Am I holding the big black plastic thing that looks like the radius of a tea plate? Am I supposed to be trying to twist the whole black thing out? Hmmmmm seems quite technical. Reckon I could learn to do it if someone showed me in person but I would be afraid that I'd miss something out and then leave car unable to be driven cus bits hanging down. For you it's easy because you are probably used to changing things like that but for me, expressions like pull it don't twist or else it may shatter, scare the hell out of me lol

I'll buy some bulbs and then pluck up courage over Xmas to do. Guy who lives opposite may take pity on me and help