Technical Running Lights warning light

[EJC1961]

I have a 2007 Fiat Punto Grande. A warning message came up 'Check running lights'. All the bulbs were changed, but the warning light is still showing. I don't know what else we need to do.

 

[varesecrazy]

I have a 2007 Fiat Punto Grande. A warning message came up 'Check running lights'. All the bulbs were changed, but the warning light is still showing. I don't know what else we need to do.

Hi

Got the correct wattage bulbs in each lamp (that is the favourite). Led bulbs cause this too of course

 

[varesecrazy]

Does it come on with:

The ignition
With the sidelights switched on
When Braking

Or a combination of those.?

 

[EJC1961]

Hi

Got the correct wattage bulbs in each lamp (that is the favourite). Led bulbs cause this too of course

I didn't realise that there were different wattage for the bulbs. How do I know what wattage I need? Please

 

[varesecrazy]

I didn't realise that there were different wattage for the bulbs. How do I know what wattage I need? Please

Do you have access to the manual?

 

[EJC1961]

Does it come on with:

The ignition
With the sidelights switched on
When Braking

Or a combination of those.?

only when I turn the lights on

 

[varesecrazy]

Which bulbs did you change?

 

[EJC1961]

Which bulbs did you change?

The running light bulbs (both) and rear brake light bulb

 

[EJC1961]

All the lights are working properly, but the warning light is still on. I am very confused

 

[varesecrazy]

The running light bulbs (both) and rear brake light bulb

Ok

Brake lights will only sense when brake applied

Running.. You mean the small 'push-in' front sidelight bulbs? (same as numberplate bulbs)

If you've swapped 'like for like'.
Same wattage. (that is what the system monitors).

Favourite with a 199 punto will be a poor connection at the rear light cluster..
Unplug the Cluster from the loom.. Look at the 4 pins.. Probably corroded

A nail file is good for cleaning the surface
Also check the plug.. Are the 4 a silvery constacts OK.. Or 1 Opened up?
You can gently reshape it with a ting probe.. Or screwdriver.

I owned 4 of these cars.. . Good cars... But 15 years takes a toll

 

[EJC1961]

Ok

Brake lights will only sense when brake applied

Running.. You mean the small 'push-in' front sidelight bulbs? (same as numberplate bulbs)

If you've swapped 'like for like'.
Same wattage. (that is what the system monitors).

Favourite with a 199 punto will be a poor connection at the rear light cluster..
Unplug the Cluster from the loom.. Look at the 4 pins.. Probably corroded

A nail file is good for cleaning the surface
Also check the plug.. Are the 4 a silvery constacts OK.. Or 1 Opened up?
You can gently reshape it with a ting probe.. Or screwdriver.

I owned 4 of these cars.. . Good cars... But 15 years takes a toll

I will check those issues. Thank you very much for your help. We have had the car a long time from new, but it is still in good condition and runs ok.

 

[varesecrazy]

I will check those issues. Thank you very much for your help. We have had the car a long time from new, but it is still in good condition and runs ok.

No problem

The plugs on the rear lights are bad for corrosion.. Then can get Hot if the resistance builds. .

Wriggling them can sometimes help..

My 2008 flags up a brake light warning.. But only with other lights on...

Perfect in Daylight