Maserati Quattroporte (2014 year). Manual in english

Understanding the Vehicle

Dimmer Controls

Dome Lights

3^rd

Stable position: allows

Dimmer controls are located beside

switching on the main and

The front and rear part of the dome,

the multifunction light control lever.

the reading lights of the

include each a central and two

front dome light.

reading lights.

The central light automatically turns

on when one of the doors is opened

NOTE:

and turns off when the door is closed

The left regulator operates only with

(timed switching off). The light may be

park lights or low beams lights on.

switched on manually by pressing the

central button.

The right regulator has 2 different

The reading lights are controlled by

positions:

the respective side buttons.

Stable position: front seat

If they are turned on by pressing the

(OFF)

lighting and front dome light

button, both central and reading

The regulation device rotates from

LED are turned off.

lights will stay on for about 10

position “0” downward and back

minutes after turning the engine off,

upward performing stable and

1^st

Dimmable position: allows

and will then turn off gradually.

dimmable positions.

minimum to maximum

When the exterior lights are switched

brightness tuning of the

The left regulator switch has 4

on, the two night LEDs fitted on the

front dome light LED and the

different positions:

side of the buttons will light up to

front seats lighting.

Stable position: lower level

facilitate use of the shift lever and the

(OFF)

of the internal lighting.

central console.

NOTE:

If one or more doors are opened, the

1^st

Dimmable position: allows

The right regulator is only active if the

front and rear dome lights will turn on

minimum to maximum

switch is in “AUTO” or in low beam

for 27 seconds. If the door is closed

brightness tuning of the

mode

before this time, the lights will dim

instrument cluster dials,

and subsequently switch off after

display, control switches and

about 3 seconds.

MTC’s backlight, including all

displayed messages.

2^nd

Stable position: allows

maximum brightness set.

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NOTE:

automatically and remain lit for

Integrated External Rear View

approx. 15 minutes.

The dome lights will also turn on by

Mirror Lights

pressing the

button for

NOTE:

Driver and passenger external mirrors

centralized doors unlock and lock on

On the front dome light there are also

are supplied with LED turn signals

the key fob RKE transmitter. See

the sunroof control and the

integrated on the support.

“Illuminated Entry/Exit” section 2 for

HomeLink^® controls (if foreseen).

The LED turn signal indicators flash

further information.

simultaneously with the corresponding

turn signal lights in the front and rear

Hazard Warning Flashers

of the vehicle. Turning on the hazard

Press the indicated button on the

warning lights will also activate these

center of the control panel to turn on

LEDs.

the hazard warning flashers. The

operation is independent from the

ignition key position.

Press the button again to turn them

off.

When these lights are on, the turn

signals, the related indicator light on

the instrument cluster and the button

itself will flash.

In the event of a collision causing

automatic interruption of fuel supply,

the dome lights switch on

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• To turn the wipers off rotate the

Windshield Wipers and

lever to “OFF”.

Washers

The multifunction lever operates the

CAUTION!

windshield wipers and washer when

the ignition switch is placed in RUN or

• Turn the windshield wipers off when

ACC position. The multifunction lever

driving through an automatic car

is located on the left side of the

wash. The windshield wipers may be

steering column.

damaged if the wiper control is left

The headlight and windshield washers

in any position other than “OFF”.

share the same fluid reservoir, and a

Windshield Wipers

• In cold weather, always turn off the

low fluid level is indicated by the same

wiper switch and allow the wipers to

• Rotate the end of the multifunction

indicator light

and by the message

return to the park position before

lever to one of the four settings to

on the instrument cluster.

turning off the engine. If the wiper

activate the automatic intermittent

To refill the fluid, see “Maintenance

switch is left on and the wipers

setting (see “Rain Sensing Wipers”

Procedures” in section 7.

freeze to the windshield, the wiper

paragraph in this chapter).

motor may be damaged when the

• For low speed wiper operation

vehicle is restarted.

(stable position "LO"): rotate the

• Always remove any buildup of snow

end of the multifunction control

that prevents the windshield wiper

lever forward to the first trigger

blades from returning to the off

after the intermittent setting.

position. If the windshield wiper

• Rotate to the second trigger after

control is turned off and the blades

the intermittent setting for

cannot return to the off position, the

high-speed (stable position HI) wiper

wiper motor may be damaged.

operation.

• Rotate the end of the lever

downward to the “MIST” position to

activate a single wipe cycle. The

wipers will continue to operate until

you release the multifunction lever.

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Rain Sensing Wipers

• Use of RainX^® or products containing

Headlights On with Wipers

wax or silicone may reduce rain

This feature detects moisture on the

When activating this function, the

sensor performance.

windshield through an internal rear

headlights will light up approximately

view mirror integrated sensor, which

The rain sensing system has protective

10 seconds after the wipers are turned

automatically activates the wipers.

features for the wiper blades and

on if the headlight switch is placed in

Rotate the end of the multifunction

arms. It will not operate under the

“AUTO” position. In addition, the

lever to one of four settings to adjust

following conditions:

headlights switch off when the wipers

the detection system.

are turned off (position “OFF”) if they

• Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit: the

Wiper delay position 1 is the least

were previously turned by using this

rain sensing feature will not operate

sensitive, and wiper delay position 4 is

function. Powering on Headlights with

when the ignition is in RUN position,

the most sensitive. Setting 3 should be

wipers can be activated and

the vehicle is stationary and the

used for normal rain conditions.

deactivated with the MTC System, see

outside temperature is below 32 °F

The rain sense wipers will

“MTC Settings” in section 4 for further

(0°C), To resume, set the automatic

automatically change between an

information.

feature on the multifunction lever,

intermittent wipe, slow wipe and a

start the engine and drive or wait

Wipers Blades Maintenance

fast wipe depending on the amount of

until the outside temperature rises

detected moisture sensed by a

When the wiper arms are in “P” (park

above freezing.

particular area of the windshield.

position) it is not possible to check or

• Neutral Wipe Inhibit: the rain sensing

Place the wiper switch in the “OFF”

replace the blades (Service position) as

feature will not operate when the

position when you do not want to use

they are folded under the hood. To

ignition is placed in the RUN

the automatic intermittent system.

service the blades it is necessary to

position, the transmission shift lever

The rain sensing feature can be turned

shift the multifunction lever to “OFF”

is in the N (Neutral) position and the

on and off using the MTC System, see

and the ignition switch to OFF

vehicle speed is less than 5 mph

“MTC Settings” in section 4 for further

position.

(8 km/h). To resume, set the

information.

Shift the control lever within 15

multifunction lever to the automatic

seconds to the “MIST” panic position

function or move the shift lever out

(counterclockwise rotation of the twist

CAUTION!

of N (Neutral).

switch) and release. The blades are

• The rain sensing feature may not

brought in a position enabling the

function properly with ice or dried

opening of the wiper arms and change

salt water on the windshield.

of the blades. It is possible to use the

panic position for a maximum of 3

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times within two minutes,

Windshield and Headlight

corresponding to different the blades

Washers

WARNING!

positions on the windshield. When

To use the washer, push the end of the

• Do not start the windshield washer

completed bring the ignition switch in

multifunction lever inward (toward

during the cold months until the

RUN: the arms will reposition. If

the steering column) and hold it as

windshield has warmed up. If it has

necessary move the multifunction

long as washer spray is desired.

not warmed up, the liquid could

lever to other required operating

If you activate the washer while the

freeze on the glass and block your

positions.

windshield wiper control is in the

view.

automatic intermittent range, the

• Sudden loss of visibility through the

wipers will operate for two wipe

windshield could lead to a collision.

cycles after releasing the lever and

You might not see other vehicles or

then resume the previously selected

other obstacles. To avoid sudden

intermittent interval.

icing of the windshield during

If you activate the washer while the

freezing weather, warm the

windshield wiper is turned off (OFF)

windshield with the defroster

the wipers will operate for three wipe

before and during windshield

cycles and then turn off.

washer use.

At low external temperatures, the

fluid supply nozzles are heated by

The multifunction lever also operates

internal resistors to avoid fluid

the headlight washers when the

WARNING!

freezing inside.

ignition switch is in RUN position and

the headlights are turned on.

Operate or service the wiper blades

The headlight washers will spray a

without deactivating the wipers

timed high pressure spray of washer

(“OFF” position) leaving the ignition

fluid onto each headlight lens every

switch in RUN can be dangerous for

11 windshield wipers cycles.

the operator since the rain sensor may

suddenly activate the wipers. Always

use “Service” position for any

intervention on the wiper blades.

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any other object in the power outlets

Interior Features

as this will damage the outlet and

WARNING!

blow the fuse. Damages caused by

Electric Power Outlets

improper use of the power outlet are

High power consumption items

The vehicle is equipped with three

plugged into this outlet for long

not covered by the New Vehicle

12 Volt (13 Amp) electric power

periods may discharge the battery

Limited Warranty.

outlets, one available for each front

and/or prevent the engine from

seats, rear seats passengers and one

starting.

fitted in the trunk.

In vehicles with “Comfort Luxury” rear

WARNING!

seats, there is an extra 12 V power

To avoid serious injury or death:

outlet inside the rear console storage

• Only devices designed for use in this

compartment and others in the rear of

type of outlet should be inserted

the reclining shelf between the seats.

into any 12 Volt outlet.

All power outlets are supplied only

when the engine is started or the

• Replacing the fuses that protect

ignition device set on ACC or RUN.

power outlets with others of higher

Power outlets are protected by a fuse.

amperage, there is the risk of fire.

Insert a cigar lighter or accessory plug

• Do not touch with wet hands.

into the power outlets to ensure

• Close the lids when the plug is not

proper operation. Otherwise, check

used and while driving the vehicle.

the matching fuse integrity, see “Fuse

• If this outlet is mishandled, it may

Replacement” in section 7 for further

cause an electric shock and failure.

information.

Power Outlet inside the Cup Holder

CAUTION!

To access the power outlet inside the

cup holder beside the shift lever, press

• Do not plug in accessories that

the cover as indicated to open

exceed the maximum power of 160

completely.

Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts or 150

Watts at 115 Volts.

• Power outlets are designed for

accessory plugs only. Do not insert

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Power Outlets inside the Central

Console

To access the power outlet located

inside the glove box of the central

console you need to open the half-lids

as indicated in the following

paragraph.

A 12 V power outlet both inside the

“Comfort Luxury” Rear Seats

central console and in the rear of the

Power Outlet inside the Trunk

reclining shelf, are available for rear

seats passengers (see “Comfort Luxury

The power outlet is positioned on the

Rear Seats” in this section).

right side of the trunk.

In the rear of the reclining shelf, on

request, can be installed a 115 V - AC

(150 W) power outlet.

Rear Power Outlets

If the vehicle is equipped with bench

seats, a 12 V power outlet inside the

armrest between the seats, is available

for rear seat passengers (see “Rear

Seats” in this section).

“Comfort Luxury” Rear Seats

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Cup Holders

The vehicle is equipped with several

cup holders.

CAUTION!

• Use light and shatterproof

containers.

• Do not forcefully push unsuitable

containers into the cup holders to

Pressing the indicated button, the

To close one or both of the half-lids,

prevent damage to the containers.

half-lids will rise completely enabling

push them down to the locking

• Do not store hot drinks.

access to the inner compartment

position.

where the two cup holders are

Front Seats Cup Holders

NOTE:

located.

The front cup holders are located

Vehicles equipped with the four-zone

within the central console beside the

air conditioning system, are not

transmission shift lever.

equipped with cup holders inside the

To access the cup holder, push the lid

central console.

as shown in the picture and it will

open completely.

The storage and passenger

compartment share the same air

conditioning even though you may

exclude the air conditioning of the cup

holder compartment by moving the

indicated button.

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Rear Seats Cup Holders

Two cup holders are available in the

frontside of the rear seats central

armrest, press the button as shown in

the picture to access them.

“Comfort Luxury” rear seats

The AUX auxiliary port features:

• typical input impedance between

AUX and USB Port

AUX-IN and AUX_REF: 13 Kohm;

The AUX and USB ports are located

• max. applicable voltage: 0.75 Vrms at

inside the compartment behind the

1 kHz;

transmission shift lever. To access the

• input compatible only with 3.5 mm

ports, push the lid as indicated: it will

jack connectors (not included).

open completely.

Any player with these characteristics

and analog audio output (headset

output type) can be served by the MTC

System. The system can recognize the

connection to a player outlet

autonomously enabling access to the

audio functions connected to this

source.

The USB port

, available by

On vehicles equipped with the

removing protection cap, allows the

“Comfort Luxury” rear seats, the cup

data exchange and charge of the

holders are located in the front and

connected source. If there are MP3

rear central storage compartment (see

files on the USB device, they will

“Comfort Luxury Rear Seats” in this

automatically start playing.

section for further information).

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If you are already listening to music

from a different source you need to

CAUTION!

select the USB function to start playing

audio contents (refer to the MTC

Do not leave your USB device, iPod^® or

guide).

an external audio source in the vehicle

for extended period of time: extreme

NOTE:

temperatures and humidity can occur

• Another USB port is present inside

in the vehicle.

the armrest between the rear bench

seats.

Sun Visors

• Optional “Comfort Luxury” rear seats

Sun visors can be folded to the front

By lowering the visor on the

are equipped with a USB port

and to the side of the vehicle. To move

passenger's side you can access the

beneath the reclining shelf between

the visor laterally, lower and release it

courtesy mirror with incorporated light

the seats (see “Comfort Luxury Rear

from its catch as indicated.

illuminating automatically (with the

Seats” in this section).

ignition switch in RUN) by raising the

• The "Rear Seat Entertainment"

mirror protective cover. Before raising

option, includes a AUX and a USB

the visor, close the mirror cover.

port in the rear of each front seat

A paper holder is fitted inside each sun

(see “Interior Features” in this

visor.

section).

iPod^® Connection

An iPod^® can be connected to the

system via USB and AUX ports by

means of a special cable (optional).

The MTC will then control the

following functions: play, pause, fast

forward, rewind, next track, previous

track, random or repeat mode,

selection and navigation of

playlist/genre/singer/album/Podcast.

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Smoking Kit (optional)

The rear seat passengers can use the

removable ashtray by inserting it into

The kit includes a lighter and a

CAUTION!

the rear doors pocket, while the

removable ashtray with cover.

lighter can be inserted into the power

After use, always make sure that the

The Smoking kit for front seats

outlet inside the armrest between the

cigarette lighter is switched off.

passengers is located inside the box

rear seats.

beside the transmission shift lever and

On vehicles equipped with rear seats

can be accessed by pressing the cover

“Comfort Luxury” Smoking kit, lighter

as indicated.

WARNING!

and ashtray are fitted inside the

center console between the seats.

• The cigarette lighter reaches high

temperatures. Handle it carefully

and do not allow children to use to

avoid risk of fire and injury!

• The cigarette lighter outlet may not

be used as a power.

“Comfort Luxury” Rear Seats

Pressing the central button activates

the cigarette lighter. After about 20

seconds the button returns

automatically to the initial position

and stops the heating: now the

cigarette lighter is ready for use.

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Handholds and Cloth Hooks

Map Pockets

Tables (optional)

Handholds are fitted above the

Front seats are fitted with map

Tables are fitted in the back of the

passenger doors. Once grabbed, they

pockets, on the rear of the seatbacks,

front seats.

will lower until the block position.

and accessible by rear passengers.

• Opening: press the upper button and

When released, a return spring will

lower the table until the supporting

bring them back to the original

mechanism snap locks.

position.

• Closing: lift the table until the upper

button snap locks.

Rear handholds also include a clothes

hook.

CAUTION!

Do not put heavy or sharp objects in

the map pockets.

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Rear Seat Entertainment

See the user guide provided with the

vehicle documentation.

(optional)

CAUTION!

As the table is not equipped with cup

This optional includes the installation

iPad Holder (Genuine

holders, do not place open drinks

of a screen in the rear of each front

Accessory)

containers on the tables during the

seatback and a remote control to

The Authorized Maserati Dealer can

journey in order not to damage or

connect with an external video source

provide you with all information

stain the surrounding upholstery if

and any audio devices.

about the “Maserati iPad Holder”

they fall over.

mounted on the rear of the front

seatbacks, available in the Genuine

Accessories range.

WARNING!

• When the table is not used, it should

be closed to prevent rear seat

passengers from being hit by its

edges and corners.

• When closing the table, hold it up

carefully in order to avoid pinching

Inside the map pocket on the rear of

your fingers.

the seat-back there are two leds to

illuminate the RSE system outlets.

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Do not exceed the specified Gross

The trunk is the most suitable place to

Cargo Area

Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the

load bulky and heavy objects onboard

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

the vehicle. The maximum allowable

front and rear.

load on the floor of the trunk is 440 lb

WARNING!

The GVWR is the total allowable

(200 kg).

To help protect against personal injury,

weight of your vehicle. This includes

To load your vehicle properly, store

passengers should not be seated in

driver, passengers, and cargo.

heavier items below and be sure you

the rear cargo area. The rear cargo

The total load must be limited so that

distribute their weight as evenly as

space is intended for load carrying

you do not exceed the GVWR

possible.

purposes only, not for passengers,

indicated on the label.

Stow all loose items securely before

who should sit in seats and use seat

you start driving as they could move

Vehicle Loading

belts.

during the trip.

Light objects can be stored in the net

Vehicle Load Carrying Capacity

pocket on the right side of the trunk.

WARNING!

To fasten heavy and bulky luggage

The load carrying capacity of your

• Improper weight distribution can

inside the compartment a luggage net

vehicle is shown on the vehicle

have an adverse effect on the way

with hooks anchored to the floor is

homologation label positioned on the

the vehicle steers, handles and the

available upon request. The hooking

driver's side rear door pillar.

way the brakes operate.

eyelets of the net are positioned on

the floor and on the rear wall of the

• Never drive with the trunk open.

trunk.

Exhaust gases can enter the

passenger compartment.

• Do not pile luggage or cargo higher

than the top of the seatback. This

could impair visibility or become

dangerous in a sudden stop or

collision.

The information indicated on the label

concerns passengers and luggage

loading operations.

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NOTE:

To safely store the Ski and Snowboard

Bag, tilt forward the short seatback

side. Secure the rear hook of the bag

to the eyelet located on the rear wall

of the trunk compartment. Wrap the

belt around the seat back of the

folded seat and fasten the belt buckle.

Tighten the belt as much as necessary

to prevent the bag from moving.

NOTE:

The Authorized Maserati Dealer can

provide you with information about

the available Genuine Accessories for

the trunk compartment.

Loading with Rear Seatbacks

Down

The 60/40 split-folding rear seat with

folding option on the smaller side

only, provides cargo-carrying

The seat folded down, provides a

When the seatback is folded to the

versatility.

continuous nearly-flat extension of

upright position, make sure it is

The seatback folds down easily by

the load floor able to accommodate

latched by strongly pulling on the top

pulling the tab between the seatback

large sized equipment and objects

of the seatback above the seat strap.

and the bolster.

(such as the “Maserati Ski and

Snowboard Bag”) that may not fit

with the normal dimensions of the

trunk.

WARNING!

• Make sure that the seatback is

securely locked into position.

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Power Sunroof with

If the seatback is not securely locked

into position, the seat will not

Sunshade

provide the proper stability for child

The sunroof is power controlled and

seats and/or passengers. An

can only be operated with the ignition

improperly latched seat could cause

switch in RUN position. It can slide

serious injury.

lengthways and be raised at the rear

• The cargo area in the rear of the

(tilting).

vehicle with the rear seatbacks in

By opening the sunroof a front flap

the folded down position should not

rises automatically in order to deviate

be used as a play area by children

the air flow.

The sunshade can be opened manually.

when the vehicle is in motion. They

However, the sunshade will open

could be seriously injured in a

automatically as the sunroof opens.

collision. Children should be seated

The sunshade cannot be closed if the

and use proper restraint system.

sunroof is open.

WARNING!

• Improper use of the sunroof can be

dangerous, even if it features a

finger-trap prevention system.

Before and during the sunroof

The power sunroof controls are

operation, always make sure that

located between the sun visors on the

passengers are not exposed to the

overhead console.

risk of injuries caused by the moving

roof or by personal objects dragged

or hit by the moving sunroof.

• Never leave children in a vehicle

with the key fob RKE transmitter in

the passenger compartment.

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• Full or partial manual opening

Pinch Protect Feature

• In a collision, there is a greater risk

To open the sunroof manually press

This feature will detect an obstruction

of being thrown from the vehicle if

the rearward button for less than

in the opening of the sunroof during

the sunroof is open. Always fasten

half second to move step by step

express close operation. If an

your seat belt properly and make

the sunroof panel.

obstruction is detected, the sunroof

sure all passengers are properly

will automatically retract. If this

secured too.

Venting Sunroof

occurs, remove the obstruction then

• Do not allow small children to

Press and release the central button,

press the forward button and release

operate the sunroof. Never insert

and the sunroof will open to the vent

to express close.

fingers, other body parts, or any

position. This is called “Express Vent”,

object through the opening sunroof.

and will occur regardless of sunroof

NOTE:

position. During this opening

If three consecutive attempts to close

operation, any movement of the

the sunroof result in pinch protect

CAUTION!

button will stop the sunroof.

reversals, the fourth attempt will be

manual, with pinch protect feature

• In the event of rain, always close the

Closing Sunroof

disabled.

sunroof to prevent water

• Full automatic express closing

infiltrations from staining the

Pinch Protect Override

Press the forward button for more

fabric/leather upholstery.

than half second and the sunroof

If any obstruction (ice, debris, etc.)

• Do not open the sunroof if there is

will close automatically regardless

prevents closing the sunroof, press the

ice on it: risk of damage.

of any previous position. The

forward button and hold for two

sunroof will close fully and stop

seconds after the reversal occurs. This

Slide Opening Sunroof

automatically. During this

allows the sunroof to move toward

• Full automatic express opening

operation, if any button is pressed,

the closed position.

the sunroof will stop.

Press the button rearward for more

NOTE:

than half second and the sunroof

• Full or partial manual closing

Pinch protection is disabled while

will open automatically regardless

To close the sunroof manually press

pressing the forward button.

of any previous position. The

the forward button for less than

sunroof will open fully and stop

half second to move step by step

automatically. During this

the sunroof panel.

operation, if any sunroof button is

pressed, the sunroof will stop.

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To Close the Power Sunroof

together to minimize the buffeting. If

HomeLink^® (Optional)

the buffeting occurs with the sunroof

with RKE Transmitter and

open, then adjust the sunroof opening

HomeLink^® replaces up to three

Ignition Off

to minimize the buffeting.

hand-held transmitters that operate

When the ignition switch is in OFF

automatic devices that open garage

position, if the sunroof is open, it can

Ignition Off Operation

doors and gates, enable/disable the

be closed together with the windows

The power sunroof controls will

lighting or security systems. The

by pressing the

button on the RKE

remain active for up to approximately

HomeLink^® unit is powered by your

transmitter (refer to “Power

ten minutes after the ignition switch is

vehicles 12 Volt battery. The

Windows” in Section 2).

in OFF position. Opening either front

HomeLink^® buttons that are located in

• Press and release the

button.

door will cancel this feature. The

the overhead console designate the

ignition system timing can be set using

three different HomeLink^® channels.

• Press a second time the

button

the MTC System (see “MTC Settings” in

The HomeLink^® warning light is

and keep it pressed until the sunroof

section 4).

located above the center button.

is completely closed.

NOTE:

Sunroof Maintenance

Pressing the

button on the RKE

Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a

transmitter will only open the

soft cloth to clean the glass panel.

windows but will have no effect on

the sunroof.

Wind Buffeting

Wind buffeting can be described as

the perception of pressure or a

helicopter-type sound. Your vehicle

NOTE:

may exhibit wind buffeting with the

HomeLink^® is disabled when the

windows down, or the sunroof in

vehicle security alarm is active (see

certain open or partially open

“Vehicle security alarm” in section 2).

positions. This is a normal occurrence

and can be minimized. If the buffeting

occurs with the rear windows open,

then open the front and rear windows

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General Information

Before You Start Programming

This device complies with FCC rules

HomeLink

WARNING!

Part 15 and Industry Canada RSS-210.

Be sure that your vehicle is parked

• Your motorized door or gate will

Operation is subject to the following

outside of the garage before you

open and close while you are

two conditions:

begin programming.

programming the universal

transceiver. Do not program the

• This device may not cause harmful

For more efficient programming and

transceiver if people, pets or other

interference.

accurate transmission of the

objects are in the path of the door

radio-frequency signal it is

• This device must accept any

or gate. Only use this transceiver

recommended that a new battery be

interference that may be received

with a garage door opener that has

placed in the hand-held transmitter of

including interference that may

a “stop and reverse” feature as

the device that is being programmed

cause undesired operation.

required by Federal safety

to the HomeLink^® system.

NOTE:

Before starting programming it is

standards. This includes most garage

• The transmitter has been tested and

necessary to erase the standard codes

door opener models manufactured

it complies with FCC and IC rules.

memorized on the HomeLink^® device

after 1982. Do not use a garage door

Changes or modifications not

during the production phase. To erase

opener without these safety

expressly approved by the party

such codes:

features. Call toll-free 1-800-355-

responsible for compliance could

3515 or, on the Internet at

• place the ignition device in the RUN

void the user’s authority to operate

www.HomeLink.com for safety

position without starting the engine;

the device.

information or assistance.

• press and hold the two outside

• The term IC before the

• Vehicle exhaust contains carbon

HomeLink^® buttons (I and III) until

certification/registration number

monoxide, a dangerous gas. Do not

the warning light starts flashing

only signifies that Industry Canada

run your vehicle in the garage while

(after approximately 20 seconds);

technical specifications were met.

programming the transceiver.

• release the buttons.

Exhaust gas can cause serious injury

or death.

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NOTE:

System with devices provided

has been acquired and programmed

• Erasing the standard codes should

correctly by the HomeLink^® system.

with rolling codes

only be performed when

Programming the hand-held

NOTE:

programming HomeLink^® for the

transmitters

first time. Do not perform this

• On the last versions of this device it is

For programming garage door/gate

no longer necessary to keep the

operation to program additional

openers that were manufactured after

button on the transmitter and the

buttons.

1995.

HomeLink^® buttons pressed; you just

• If you have any problems, or require

These devices can be identified by the

have to release the HomeLink^®

assistance, please call toll-free

“LEARN” or “TRAIN” setting button

button immediately and keep only

1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet

located where the hanging antenna is

the first one pressed.

at www.HomeLink.com for

attached to the garage door/gate

information or assistance.

• The distance necessary between the

opener. It is NOT the button that is

portable hand-held transmitter and

normally used to open and close the

the HomeLink^® in the vehicle

door.

depends on the system you wish to

The name and color of the button may

program. Probably it will be

vary by manufacturer.

necessary to try several times. Upon

• Place the ignition device to the RUN

every attempt, keep the setting

position without starting the engine.

position for at least 15 seconds

before trying again.

• Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to

3 inches (5 - 30 cm) away from the

Synchronizing the rolling codes

HomeLink^® button you wish to

program.

At the end of the previously described

programming, if the HomeLink^® has

• Simultaneously press and hold both

been programmed for a rolling code

the Homelink^® button you want to

system, it will be necessary to

program and the hand-held

synchronize it to ensure its correct

transmitter button.

operation.

• Continue to hold buttons until the

warning light starts flashing quickly;

• Locate the “LEARN” or “TRAINING”

then release both buttons.

setting button of the opening motor.

The quick flashing light indicates that

Firmly press it and then release it. On

the channel with the new frequency

some garage door openers/devices

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there may be a light that blinks

• Place the ignition device to the RUN

NOTE:

when the garage door opener/device

position without starting the engine.

The distance necessary between the

is in the LEARN/TRAIN mode.

• Press and hold the desired

portable hand-held transmitter and

HomeLink^® button.

the HomeLink^® in the vehicle depends

NOTE:

• Without releasing the button

on the system you wish to program.

You have 30 seconds in which to

proceed with “Programming the

Probably it will be necessary to try

initiate the next step after the setting

hand-held transmitters” from second

several times. Upon every attempt,

button has been pressed.

step and follow all remaining steps.

keep the setting position for at least

15 seconds before trying again.

• Return to the vehicle and press the

System with devices without

programmed HomeLink^® button for

rolling code

• Press and hold the programmed

two seconds and then release it.

HomeLink^® button.

Programming the hand-held

• Repeat this operation a second time.

transmitters

If the garage door opener/device

If the garage door opening device

activates, programming is complete.

For programming garage door

activates, the programming/

To program the remaining two

openers manufactured before 1995.

synchronization phase is complete.

HomeLink^® buttons, repeat each step

• Turn the ignition device to the RUN

for each remaining button. Do not

NOTE:

position without starting the engine.

erase the channels.

If the garage door opening device

• Place the hand-held transmitter 1 to

does not activate, press the button a

Reprogramming a Single HomeLink^®

3 inches (5 to 30 cm) away from the

third time for two seconds and then

Button

HomeLink^® button you wish to

release it to complete the

To reprogram a channel that has been

program.

programming/synchronization phase.

previously trained, follow these steps:

• Simultaneously press and hold both

buttons until the warning light starts

• Place the ignition device to the RUN

• To program the remaining two

flashing quickly; then release both

position without starting the engine.

HomeLink^® buttons, repeat each

buttons.

• Press and hold the desired

step for each remaining button. DO

The quick flashing light indicates that

HomeLink^® button.

NOT erase the channels.

the channel with the new frequency

• Without releasing the button

Reprogramming a Single HomeLink^®

has been acquired and programmed

proceed with “Programming the

Button

correctly by the HomeLink^® system.

hand-held transmitters” from second

To reprogram a channel that has been

step and follow all remaining steps.

previously trained, follow these steps:

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Using HomeLink^®

Troubleshooting Tips

To operate, press and release the

If you are having trouble

programmed HomeLink^® button.

programming HomeLink^®, here are

Activation will now occur for the

some of the most common solutions:

programmed device (i.e., garage door

• Replace the battery in the original

opener, gate operator, security system,

hand-held transmitter.

entry door lock, home/office lighting,

• Press the LEARN button on the

etc.). The hand-held transmitter of the

garage door opener to complete the

device may also be used at any time.

training for a rolling code.

Security

• Did you unplug the device for

programming and remember to plug

It is advised to erase all channels

it back in?

before you sell or turn in your vehicle.

If you have any problems, or require

To erase the channels press and hold

assistance, please call toll-free

the two outside HomeLink^® buttons (I

1-800-355-3515 or, on the Internet at

and III) until the warning light starts

www.HomeLink.com for information

flashing (after approximately 20

or assistance.

seconds).

The HomeLink^® Universal Transceiver is

disabled when the vehicle security

alarm is active (see “Vehicle security

alarm” in section 2).

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Adjustable and fixed air vents allow

• The fixed vents under the dashboard

Air Conditioning System to achieve

and below the front seats aim to

the optimal comfort conditions.

ventilate the lower part of the

passenger compartment.

• The fixed vents, positioned on the

upper part of the dashboard,

beneath the windshield and above

the front part of the front door

panels are meant to guarantee the

demisting and defrosting of the

windshield and the side windows.

A/C Four-zone floor vent

• The adjustable air vents are located

at the center and at the side ends of

the dashboard. They have the

purpose of ventilating the upper

part of the passenger compartment.

Two more vents, adjustable by the

rear passengers, are placed at the

rear end of the central console.

• Optional four-zone air conditioning

provides additional adjustable vents

on the side pillars between the

doors. These vents can be adjusted in

vertical and horizontal direction, by

operating on the central paddle 1, as

A/C Dual-zone floor vent

indicated in the following pictures.

The rotor 2, located near each air

vent, allows to regulate the airflow,

or to close the vent. Orienting these

vents it is also possible to demist the

rear-door windows.

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In the TFT area, the odometer display

Warning Lights on Analog

shows the total distance the vehicle

Instruments

has been driven.

Warning Lights on Speedometer

U.S. Federal Regulations requires that

upon transfer of vehicle ownership,

The following warning lights are

the seller certify to the purchaser the

displayed on the speedometer, and

correct mileage that the vehicle has

related messages are visible for 5

been driven.

seconds on sector 1 of the display,

If your odometer needs to be repaired

unless otherwise indicated (see “TFT

or serviced, the repair technician

Display” paragraph in this chapter).

should leave the odometer reading

V6 Engine

the same as it was before the repair or

Malfunction warning messages will be

service. This repair should be

stored in “Stored Messages” (see

performed by an Authorized Maserati

example in picture).

Dealer.

The odometer setting should be

maintained following the repair or

service.

Keep a record of the odometer

mileage before any repair or service to

ensure that the odometer is properly

V8 Engine

reset.

Speedometer and Rev Counter display

the main warning lights (see “Warning

Lights on Analog Instruments” in this

chapter). The other warning lights are

displayed in the lower part of the TFT

display (see “Warning Lights on

Display” in this chapter).

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Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

connector that can be interfaced

using diagnostic equipment. This

The Malfunction Indicator

WARNING!

makes it possible to read the error

Light (MIL) is part of an

Engine exhaust, some of its

codes stored in the control unit,

onboard diagnostic system,

constituents, and certain vehicle

together with a set of specific

called OBD II, that monitors

components contain or emit chemicals

parameters for the engine operation

engine and automatic transmission

known to the State of California to

diagnostic cycle, for compliance with

control systems.

cause cancer and birth defects or other

CARB & EPA OBDII regulations.

Under normal conditions, this indicator

reproductive harm. In addition, certain

should illuminate when the ignition

fluids contained in vehicles and certain

Left Turn Signal Indicator Light

switch is in RUN position and switch

products of component wear contain

off once the engine has been started

The indicator lights up when

or emit chemicals known to the State

(the MIL does not shut off

the left turn signal or the

of California to cause cancer and birth

immediately).

hazard flashers are turned on.

defects or other reproductive harm.

This is a sign of the indicator light

The indicator light will flash at

working properly. If the indicator

the same frequency of the turn signals

remains lit or switches on while

and is controlled by the stalk switch

CAUTION!

lever.

driving, there is a failure in the fuel

supply/ignition and emission control

If the vehicle electronics sense that the

• When the ignition switch is in the

systems.

vehicle drives for more than 1 mile

RUN position and if the indicator

The failure could cause high exhaust

(1.6 km) with either turn signal on, a

light does not switch on or if it

emissions, loss of performance, poor

continuous sound will alert the driver

switches on while driving, contact

vehicle handling and high fuel

to turn the signal off.

the Authorized Maserati Dealer as

consumption levels.

If the indicator flashes at a rapid rate,

soon as possible.

Should this occur, proceed with

check for a defective exterior light

• Prolonged driving with the MIL on

caution to your Authorized Maserati

bulb.

could cause damage to the engine

Dealer without heavy throttle

Tire Pressure Monitoring Light

control system. It also could affect

application or driving at high speeds.

fuel economy and drivability. If the

This warning light is connected

Obey all applicable local traffic

MIL is flashing, severe catalytic

to the Tire Pressure

regulations.

converter damage and power loss

Monitoring System (TPMS).

The indicator light will go out if the

will soon occur. Immediate service is

Under normal conditions, the

problem is no longer present.

required. In addition, the OBDII

warning light should illuminate when

The error will be registered by the

system incorporates a diagnostic

the ignition switch is in RUN and

system in any case.

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should go off once the engine is

light remains lit or turns on while

NOTE:

started.

driving, the Anti-Lock portion of the

Each time the ignition switch is in

If the warning light remains lit or

brake system is not functioning and

RUN:

illuminates while driving, the pressure

requires service. However, the

• The ESC off indicator light and the

of one or more tires is too low and a

conventional brake system will

ESC activation/malfunction indicator

message will be displayed.

continue to operate normally if the

light illuminates temporarily.

The TPMS malfunction indicator is

warning light is switched off. If

• When the ESC is functioning, the

connected to the low tire pressure

the ABS light turns on while driving,

system will make buzzing or clicking

monitoring light.

or if it does not switch on when the

sounds. This is normal. The sounds

When the system detects a

ignition switch is in RUN position,

will stop once ESC becomes inactive

malfunction, the monitoring light and

please visit an Authorized Maserati

and the road conditions that caused

the related message will flash for

Dealer as soon as possible to restore

the ESC activation no longer persist.

approximately one minute and then

the Anti-Lock brake function.

remain lit.

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF

This sequence will continue upon

Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light

Indicator Light

subsequent vehicle startups as long as

The ESC activation/

the malfunction lasts.

This light indicates that the

malfunction indicator light on

When the malfunction indicator lights

Electronic Stability Control is

the instrument cluster will

up, the system may not be able to

disabled. The related message

display when the ignition

detect or signal low tire pressure

will be displayed.

switch is in RUN position.

correctly.

It should switch off by starting the

Please refer to “Tire Pressure

engine.

Monitoring System (TPMS)” in section

If the light stays on with the engine

5 for further information.

running, there is a malfunction in the

Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) Light

ESC system.

This light, and its related

If the light still stays on after several

message, indicate possible

ignition cycles, and the vehicle has

malfunctions of the Anti-Lock

been driven for several kilometers at

Brake System (ABS).

more than 30 mph (48 km/h) speed,

The light will turn on when the

visit an Authorized Maserati Dealer as

ignition switch is in RUN position and

soon as possible to have the problem

may stay on for 4 seconds. If the ABS

diagnosed and serviced.

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Warning Indicators on Rev Counter

Rear Fog Light Indicator

could be a brake hydraulic system

malfunction or a problem with the

Following indicator lights and linked

This indicator lights up when

brake booster detected by the ABS/ESC

messages are displayed on the Rev

the rear fog light is switched

system.

Counter on sector 1 of the display (see

on.

If this occurs, the light will remain lit

“TFT Display” in this chapter).

High Beam Indicator

until the problem has been solved.

This indicator lights up when

If the problem concerns the brake

the high beams are switched

booster, the ABS pump will run when

on or when are flashed by

engaging the brake and a brake pedal

using the multifunction lever.

pulsation may be felt during each stop

Push the left multifunction lever

of the vehicle.

forward to switch the headlights to

Inefficiency of one of the dual brake

high beam function, and pull toward

system cycle is indicated by the brake

yourself (back to normal position) to

warning light, which will turn on when

reset the low beams.

the brake fluid level in the master

cylinder has dropped below a certain

Brake Indicator Light

Malfunction messages will be stored in

level.

This light monitors various

“Stored Messages” (see example in

The light will remain lit until the

brake functions, including

picture).

problem has been diagnosed and

brake fluid level and parking

serviced.

brake engagement.

If a brake failure occurs, visit the

If the brake light illuminates the

Authorized Maserati Dealer as soon as

parking brake may be engaged, the

possible in order to have the brake

brake fluid level mat be low or a

system checked and serviced.

problem with the anti-lock brake

In the event of an Electronic Brake

system (ABS) reservoir may have

Force Distribution (EBD) failure, both

occurred.

the brake indicator light and the ABS

In all the above situations, a related

light illuminate.

message will be displayed.

Immediate repair of the ABS system is

If the light still illuminates when the

required.

parking brake has been disengaged,

Functioning of the brake warning light

and the fluid level is at the full mark

can be checked by turning the ignition

on the master cylinder reservoir, there

switch from OFF to RUN position.

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The light should illuminate for

RUN. If the light does not illuminate

Right Turn Signal Indicator

approximately 2 seconds.

while starting the engine, stays lit, or

This indicator lights up when

The light should switch off unless the

switches on while driving, have the

the right turn signals or the

parking brake is engaged or a brake

system checked at an Authorized

hazard flashers are switched

fault is detected. If the light does not

Maserati Dealer as soon as possible.

on.

illuminate, have the warning light

In the latter case, the message will

The indicator will flash at the same

checked by an Authorized Maserati

remain displayed: to hide it, press ◄

frequency of the turn signals and is

Dealer.

on the steering wheel right side.

controlled by the turn signal lever.

The light will also switch on when the

If the vehicle electronics sense that the

parking brake is engaged with the

vehicle drives for more than 1 mile

ignition switch in RUN position.

(1.6 km) with either turn signal on, a

This light only indicates the brake is

continuous sound will advise the

engaged but not the clamping force

driver to turn the signal off.

of the parking brake to the wheels. To

If the indicator flashes at a fast rate,

fully engage the parking brake, please

check for a defective outside indicator

refer to “Parking Brake” in section 5.

light bulb.

Seat Belt Reminder Light

When the ignition switch is in

WARNING!

See “Supplemental Restraint System

RUN, the seat belt reminder

Driving a vehicle with the red brake

(SRS) - Air bags” in section 2 for

light will light up for a few

light on could be very dangerous and

further information.

seconds as a bulb check.

is not recommended. Part of the brake

During the bulb check, you will hear

system may have failed, resulting in

an acoustic signal if one or both front

increased braking distances and the

WARNING!

seat belts are unbuckled.

risk of an accident. Have the vehicle

If the warning light remains ON or if it

After the bulb check or while driving,

checked as soon as possible at an

does not illuminate or illuminates

if a seat belt remains unbuckled, the

Authorized Maserati Dealer.

while driving, contact your

seat belt reminder light will illuminate

Authorized Maserati Dealer as soon as

in addition to the acoustic signal and a

Air Bag Indicator Light

possible.

message will indicate which belt is

This light will illuminate for a

unbuckled.

few seconds for a bulb check

when the ignition switch is in

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TFT Display

Position within the submenus and

scroll arrows (example: 1 of 5).

WARNING!

When operating, the TFT Display is

There can be maximum 9

divided into sectors including menus

Maserati urges you to use the seat

displayable submenu positions.

and sub-menus, running data, warning

belts correctly fastened and adjusted

When the number of submenu

lights and messages.

at all times. Correct use of the seat

points exceeds 9, the points are

The different sectors of the display

belts can help reduce the risk of

replaced by a numerical value

layout are shown in the following

serious injury in the event of an

within the scroll arrows (in the

picture.

accident. Do not pass seat belts over

example: 12).

sharp edges. They could tear. Do not

Submenu Titles.

pin anything to the seat belts. This

Menu Instruction.

could reduce their initial strength and

cause them to tear in the event of a

(P, R, N, D, M) shift position

crash.

indicator.

Sport or Normal driving mode.

Refer to “Occupant Restraint Systems”

in section 2 for further information.

Gear engaged.

Complete Odometer.

Engine Temperature Gauge.

Fuel Gauge.

Main area.

Distinctive Quadrants for

User-selectable information

indicators according to priority

(data, time, temperature,

and function (see “Indicators on

compass, etc.).

Display” in this chapter).

Main menu titles with scroll

arrows.

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The display background may change

Main- and Submenu

Press and release the switch (►) to

according to the type of message

enter the information screens or a

Operate the controls on the right side

displayed.

submenu. Keep the switch (►) pressed

of the steering wheel to scroll, modify

for 2 seconds to restore the

and program the Main- and Submenu.

selected/displayed functions.

The sub-menu title selected will be

displayed in sector 5 (Submenu Title).

Within a submenu, press and release

the ▲ and ▼arrow buttons to scroll

through the menu.

Press the ◄ button to return to the

main menu from an item of interest or

from an information screen.

• Blue color: normal conditions.

• Yellow color: low-critical warning.

Press and release the multifunction

• Red color: high-critical warning.

switch in the ▲ and ▼ arrow

directions to scroll upwards and

downwards the main menu titles.

The main screen area in sector 1

(Menu Area) will be updated and the

selected title will be shown in sector 3

(Main Menu Title).

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Main Menu & Submenu Content Overview

Pos.

Main menu

Submenus

From mph

DIGITAL SPEED -

to km/h or vice

SPEEDOMETER

versa

AWD Torque

Individual Tire

Transmission

VEHICLE INFO

Oil Temperature

Oil Pressure

Distribution (V6

Pressure Monitor

Temperature

Engine only)

Current, Range,

FUEL ECONOMY

Average

Distance,

Average, Avg.

TRIP A

speed, Elapsed

Time

Distance,

Average, Avg.

TRIP B

speed, Elapsed

Time

Current media

AUDIO

Source and track

STORED

Example: Coolant

MESSAGES

Low

Cluster upper left

Cluster upper

SCREEN SETUP

Restore Defaults

information

right information

VEHICLE

Electric Parking

Set Speed

SETTINGS

Brake Disable

Warning

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1. DIGITAL SPEED - SPEEDOMETER

• Individual tire pressure monitor

Press and release the central switch in

Indicates the pressure of each

the ▲ or ▼ arrow directions until

individual tire (see example below).

"Digital Speed" is displayed.

Please refer to “Tire Pressure

Pressing and releasing the switch (►)

Monitoring System (TPMS)” in

will toggle the unit of measure

section 5 for further information.

between mph or km/h.

Press and release the ◄ button to

return to the main menu.

• AWD Torque Distribution (V6

Engine)

Display a vehicle icon with torque

distribution in front and rear axle

and “AWD” if all wheel drive is

active. Displays “RWD” if all wheel

drive is inactive.

• Transmission temperature

Displays the current transmission

temperature.

2. VEHICLE INFO

• Oil Temperature

Press and release the switch in the ▲

Displays the current engine oil

or ▼ arrow directions until "Vehicle

temperature.

Info" is displayed.

• Oil Pressure

Press and release the switch (►) to

Displays the current engine oil

access the submenu.

pressure (see example).

Press and release the switch in the ▲

or ▼ arrow directions to scroll

through the following information

V6 Engine

displays and in the (►) arrow direction

Press and release the ◄ button to

to visualize the selected information.

return to the main menu.

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3. FUEL ECONOMY

• Fuel economy average in mpg or

The screen will display the following:

l/100km

Press and release the switch in the ▲

• Distance traveled in miles or km

or ▼ arrow directions until "Fuel

Shows the average fuel economy

Shows the total covered distance

Economy" is displayed.

since the last reset.

Press the central switch (►) for 1

• Average consumption in mpg or

second and release to reset the Fuel

l/100km

Economy “Average”.

Shows the average fuel

When the fuel economy is reset, the

consumption since the last reset.

display will read “Reset” or show

• Average speed in mph or km/h

dashes for two seconds.

Shows the average speed since the

Then, the history information will be

last reset.

erased, and the averaging will

• Elapsed Time

continue from the last fuel average

reading before the reset.

Shows the total time of travel since

Press and release the ◄ button to

the last reset in

The screen will display the following:

return to the main menu.

“hours:minutes:seconds” Elapsed

• Current fuel economy in mpg or

Time will increment when the

4. TRIP A - 5. TRIP B

l/100km

ignition switch is in the RUN or

Shows the instantaneous fuel

Press and release the switch in the ▲

START position.

economy.

or ▼ arrow directions until "Trip A" or

Press the central switch (►) for 1

“Trip B” is displayed.

• Range in miles or km

second and release to reset Trip A or

Shows the range since the last fuel

Trip B.

average reset.

Press and release the ◄ button to

return to the main menu.

When the fuel economy is reset, the

display will read “Reset” or show

dashes for two seconds.

Then, the history information will be

erased, and the averaging will

continue from the last fuel average

reading before the reset.

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6. AUDIO

Press and release the switch in the ▲

or ▼ arrow directions to scroll the

Press and release the switch in the ▲

stored messages.

or ▼ arrow directions until “Audio” is

When the number of messages

displayed.

exceeds 9, the submenu points will be

replaced by a numerical value

indicating the message number. Press

and release the switch (►) to view the

selected message (for example

“Transmission too Hot”). Press and

release the ◄ button to return to the

7. STORED MESSAGES

main menu.

Press and release the central switch in

the ▲ or ▼ arrow directions until

“Stored Messages” is displayed.

The system will either display the

The display will show the audio status

number of the stored messages (if any

(source and information) as set on the

available) or “No Stored Messages” as

MTC. It is possible to display up to 13

shown in picture.

alphanumeric characters. Displays

Audio Status are:

• AM: Frequency;

• FM: Frequency, Station provided

info;

• CD: Track info;

• UCI/BTSA with metadata: Artist,

Song, Album.

Press and release the ◄ button to

return to the main menu.

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8. SCREEN SETUP

• OK.

Press and release the switch in the ▲

• Cancel.

or ▼ arrow directions until “Screen

For the “Upper Right” and “Upper

Setup” is displayed.

Left” titles there are following

Press and release the switch (►) to

options:

access the submenu.

• None.

If the vehicle exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h),

• Compass.

this feature is locked out and the main

• Outside Temperature.

screen shows “Screen Setup

Unavailable While in Motion”.

• Date.

Scroll the positions on the menu with

• Time (see picture).

the switch in the ▲ or ▼ arrow

directions:

• Restore Defaults.

• Upper Right (see picture).

Operate this function with the vehicle

stopped and transmission in P (Park)

• Time & Date.

position.

• Range to Empty.

In order to enter a function, press the

• Average fuel consumption MPG (or

switch (►) as shown in the picture.

L/100km).

• Upper Left.

• Current fuel consumption MPG (or

Press and release the central switch

L/100km).

(►) to view the options related to the

• Trip A Distance.

menu title selected.

• Trip B Distance.

For the “Restore Defaults” title there

are following options:

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Scroll with the switch in the ▲ or ▼

The images show the default items,

9. VEHICLE SETTINGS

arrow directions to view the selectable

which are also displayed on the upper

Press and release the switch in the ▲

item. A check mark will remain next to

part of the MTC.

or ▼ arrow directions until “Vehicle

the previously selected item until a

Settings” is displayed.

new selection is made.

Press and release the switch (►) to

access the submenu.

select an item. “Setting Saved”

If the vehicle exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h),

notification appears as a popup for 2

this feature is locked out and the main

seconds, then the display will show

screen shows “Vehicle Settings

the last modified item.

Unavailable While in Motion”.

Operate this function with the vehicle

stopped and transmission in P (Park)

position.

In order to enter a function, press the

Press and release the ◄ button to

switch (►) as shown in the picture.

return to the main menu.

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Example: How to modify the Speed

Scroll with the switch in the ▲ or ▼

Warning Status

arrow directions to view the selectable

Scroll with the switch in the ▲ or ▼

options.

arrow directions to view the selectable

Speed values are in loop, keeping the

items.

switch pressed in the ▲ or ▼ arrow

Press and release the switch (►) to

directions will increase scroll speed.

select “Speed Warning”.

Press and release the switch (►) to

select the option. A check mark will

remain next to the previously selected

item until a new selection is made.

Scroll with the switch in the ▲ or ▼

arrow directions to view the selectable

items:

• Electric Park Brake.

• Speed Warning.

NOTE:

In order to modify the “Electric Park

Press and release the switch (►) once

Brake” function, please see chapter

again to view the related options:

“Parking Brake” in section 5.

“Off” is the default status.

The “Setting Saved” notification

appears as a popup for 2 seconds, then

the display will show the last modified

item.

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Examples of this message type are

"Right Front Turn Signal Light Out"

and "Tire Pressure” low (as shown

in the picture).

When the set speed is exceeded, the

Messages on Main Display Area

driver is alerted by an acoustic signal,

The main display area also displays

a telltale indicating the speed limit,

"pop up" messages. These pop up

and a pop-up message indicating that

messages fall into several categories:

the limit has been exceeded.

• Unstored Messages

• Five-Second Stored Messages

This message type is displayed until

When the appropriate conditions

the condition that activated the

occur, this type of message appears

message is cleared.

on the main display area for five

seconds and then returns to the

Examples of this message type are

previous screen. Most of the

"Turn Signal On" (if a turn signal is

messages of this type are then

left on) and "Lights On" (if the

stored (as long as the condition that

driver leaves the vehicle).

activated it remains active) and can

be reviewed from the "Stored

Messages" main menu item. As long

The pop-up message and the telltale

as there is a stored message, an "i"

will be displayed for 5 seconds before

will be displayed in the

returning to the previous menu.

compass/outside temp sector.

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• Unstored Messages with Ignition

• Five-Second-displayed Navigation

Warning Lights on Display

Switch in RUN

Messages

NOTE:

This message type is displayed until

When the navigation menu is

• In sector 13 of the display more

the ignition switch is in RUN

enabled on the MTC, information

telltales are displayed while

position. An example of this

pop ups will be displayed for 5

dedicated messages are shown on

message type is "Press Brake and

seconds while changing direction or

sector 1 for 5 seconds, unless

Push Button to Start" (as shown in

approaching a turning point.

otherwise indicated.

the picture).

On highway, the first pop up will be

• Malfunction messages will be saved

displayed at 2 miles (3.2 km) from

in “Stored Messages”.

the turn, on roadway, at 1 mile

(1.6 km).

• Five-Second Unstored Messages

When appropriate conditions occur,

this type of message appears on the

main display area for five seconds

While approaching the turn, further

then returns to the previous screen.

pop ups will be displayed starting at

Examples of this message type are

430 yd (400 m) from the turning

"Memory System Unavailable

point and the countdown to 0 miles

Vehicle Not in Park" and "Automatic

(meters).

High Beams Enabled".

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Charging System Warning Light

message, and triggering and acoustic

under the engine hood (see

signal by reaching the set threshold.

“Maintenance Procedures” in section

This telltale shows the status

If the warning light switches on while

7).

of the electrical charging

driving, safely pull over and stop the

If the problem persists, contact an

system. If the telltale stays on

vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it

Authorized Maserati Dealer.

or comes on while driving,

off. Also, shift the transmission into N

turn off some of the vehicle's

Engine Oil Temperature Indicator

(Neutral) and idle the vehicle. If the

non-essential electrical devices or

This light indicates that the

temperature does not return to

increase engine speed (if at idle). If

engine oil is overheated. The

normal, immediately turn the engine

the charging system telltale remains

indicator is combined with the

off and contact an Authorized

on, it means that the vehicle is

related displayed message. In

Maserati Dealer.

experiencing a problem with the

this case, drive carefully until the

Check “Engine Overheating” in

charging system. IMMEDIATELY

temperature drops back to normal

section 6 for more information.

contact an Authorized Maserati

level and the indicator light turns off.

Dealer to have the vehicle serviced.

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

If the problem persists, contact an

If jump starting is required, refer to

Under normal conditions, the

Authorized Maserati Dealer.

“Jump Start Procedures” in section 6.

warning light illuminates

Low Engine Oil Level Indicator

Automatic Transmission Failure

when the ignition switch is

This indicator and the related

Indicator

turned to RUN and goes off as

displayed message, indicate a

This indicator and related

soon as the engine is started.

low engine oil level.

displayed message, indicate

If the warning light stays or turns on

The engine oil level must be

transmission failure. If the

while driving, the engine oil pressure

checked with the dipstick fitted under

failure permits, slowly drive to

is too low. The warning light is

the engine lid (see “Maintenance

the nearest Maserati Service Center.

combined with a displayed message

Procedures” in section 7).

and an acoustic signal that will last 4

Engine Temperature Warning Light

minutes. In this case, turn the engine

Power Steering Failure Warning Light

This warning light notifies

off immediately and carry out the

This warning light, and the

when the engine is

necessary checks.

related message, illuminate

overheated. As temperature

Do not operate the vehicle until the

when the Electric Power

rises and the gage displayed in

problem has been checked and

Steering is not operating and

sector 11 approaches “H”, this

serviced. This light does not indicate

needs service.

warning light will illuminate

the oil level. The engine oil level must

If the problem persists, contact an

combined with the related displayed

be checked with the dipstick located

Authorized Maserati Dealer.

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Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)

Catalyst Over Temperature Indicator

• Maserati is not responsible for

Indicator

damage deriving from non-

This warning light, and the

This light combined to the

related message, light up if

compliance with the above

related message displayed on

the engine runs irregularly

mentioned warnings.

sector 1 for 5 seconds,

with consequent high

Door Ajar Indicator

indicates a failure of the

temperature in the exhaust system.

Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)

This indicator illuminates

system. If the indicator turns on while

when one or more doors are

driving, have the system checked by

ajar. The indicator will show

WARNING!

the Authorized Maserati Dealer.

which door is ajar. When one

• If the warning light is accompanied

When detecting a failure, the light

or more doors are open, a related

by the message “Catalyst Temp

indicator will illuminate while the

message will be displayed if the vehicle

Getting Hot Reduce Speed”: the

engine is running. Cycle the ignition

is running at speed 5 mph (8 km/h) or

temperature of the catalytic

switch when the vehicle has

faster.

converters is too high. The driver

completely stopped and the shift lever

must slow down immediately until

Trunk and Engine Lid Ajar Indicators

is placed in P (Park) position: the light

the warning light turns off.

These light indicators will

indicator should turn off.

• If the message “Catalyst Temp Hot

illuminate to indicate that the

If the indicator remains lit with the

Stop Safely Wait To Cool” appears

trunk or engine lid is ajar.

engine running, you can still drive your

after decelerating: the temperature

When the trunk or engine

vehicle. However, contact the

in the catalytic converters has

compartment is open, a

Authorized Maserati Dealer as soon as

reached an abnormal level and the

related message will be

possible.

catalytic converters could be

displayed with the warning

If the indicator is flashing while the

damaged. Drive slowly to the

indicator if the vehicle is running at

engine is running, immediate service is

nearest workshop.

speed 5 mph (8 km/h) or faster.

required. You may experience reduced

performance, an elevated/rough idle

• If the light turns on permanently 3

or engine stall and your vehicle may

times the engine will stop. It will be

require towing.

possible to restart the vehicle only

after a key-off / key-on cycle. Then

slowly drive to the nearest Maserati

Service Center.

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Low Fuel Indicator

Please contact an Authorized Maserati

with hot engine or exhaust

Dealer to check the system.

components and cause a fire.

When the fuel level reaches

approximately 4.2 Gallons

Transmission Temperature Warning

Ice Hazard Warning Light

(16.0 L) this light will turn on,

Light

and remain on until fuel is

When the external

This warning light and the

added; the related message will also

temperature falls below 37°F

related message indicate that

be displayed.

(3°C), the temperature value

the transmission fluid

Refer to “Refueling” in section 5 for

blinks for a few seconds, the

temperature is rising.

fuel filling.

warning light turns on, a message is

If this warning light turns on, safely

displayed and an acoustic signal is

Windshield and Headlights Washer

pull over and stop the vehicle.

triggered to warn the driver of the

Low Fluid Indicator

Then, shift the transmission into P

risk of icy roadbed.

(Park) and run the engine at idle or

This indicator will illuminate

Under such conditions, we recommend

faster until the temperature drops and

for 5 seconds to indicate a low

to use the I C E drive mode (see

the light switches off. If the problem

level of the windshield and

“Automatic Transmission” in section 5)

persists, contact an Authorized

headlamp washer fluid. A

drive carefully and slow down as the

Maserati Dealer.

related message will be displayed.

grip of the tires may be significantly

See “Maintenance Procedures” in

reduced.

section 7 for fluid filling.

CAUTION!

The warning light flashes for 5

Adaptive Light Control System Failure

Continuous driving with the

seconds and switches off when the

transmission temperature warning

temperature reaches 43°F (6°C) or

This indicator, and the related

light illuminated will eventually cause

higher.

message, indicate a failure of

the automatic headlight

severe transmission damage or failure.

Brake Pads Wear Warning Light

aiming system.

This warning light and the

Please contact an Authorized Maserati

related message indicate that

Dealer to check the system.

the brake pads have reached

WARNING!

Suspension Failure Indicator

their wear limit.

If the transmission temperature

Please contact an Authorized Maserati

This indicator light and the

warning light is illuminated and you

Dealer to have them replaced.

related message turn on

continue operating the vehicle, in

during driving if there is a

some circumstances you could cause

failure of the suspension

the fluid to boil over, come in contact

system.

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Electric Parking Brake Failure Warning

Oil Change Required Indicator

Electronic Cruise Control in Stand-by

Light

Indicator

The “Oil Change Required”

This warning light and related

message flashes on the display

This light indicator and related

message illuminate when

for approximately 5 seconds

message will illuminate when

there is an EPB system failure.

after an acoustic signal and it

the electronic cruise control is

The failure could also completely or

indicates that the next scheduled oil

in stand-by. For further

partially block the vehicle because the

change is due.

information, check “Electronic Cruise

parking brake could remain on even

The engine oil change indicator system

Control” in section 5.

after it has been automatically or

is duty cycle based, which means the

Electronic Cruise Control SET Indicator

manually disengaged though its

engine oil change interval may

This light indicator and related

controls. In this situation it is possible

fluctuate according to your personal

message will illuminate when

to release the parking brake by

driving style. Unless reset, this message

the electronic cruise control is

following the emergency release

will continue to display each time you

SET. For further information,

procedure as indicated in chapter

cycle the ignition to the RUN position.

check “Electronic Cruise Control” in

“Emergency Release of the Parking

To turn off the message temporarily,

section 5.

Brake” in Section 6.

press and release the ◄ button. To

If it is still possible to use the vehicle

reset the oil change indicator system

Park/Headlight On Indicator

(parking brake not engaged) drive to

please visit a Maserati Service Center.

This indicator will illuminate

the nearest Authorized Maserati

when the park lights or

Indicators in Sector 13 of the Display

Dealer and remember to performing

headlights are turned on.

Cruise Control, lights on and gear shift

each operation/command that the

For further information, see

indicators are displayed in sector 13 on

electric parking brake is not

“Lights” in section 3.

the right side of the total odometer.

functioning.

Gear Shift Indicator Light

Electronic Cruise Control ON Indicator

Speed Limit Exceeded Warning Light

This indicator lights up to

This light indicator and related

This warning light and related

indicate gear shift change in

message will illuminate when

message illuminate when the

order to optimize fuel

the electronic cruise control is

set speed limit is exceeded (in

consumption, see “Drive

ON. For further information,

the example shown: 40 mph

Mode” in section 5 for further

check “Electronic Cruise Control” in

or km/h).

information.

section 5.

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Service AWD System Message (V6

This vehicle is provided with a

Infotainment System

Engine)

description of the MTC System

The vehicle is equipped with the

features and listing of warnings and

The message on the TFT display will

infotainment Maserati Touch Control

precautions, which are essential for

illuminate when all wheel drive

(MTC) System, an advanced user

safe use of the system. Maserati

feature requires service. For further

interface which combines innovative

advises you to read this addendum

information, refer to “All-Wheel

and exclusive technical features

carefully and thoroughly.

Drive” in section 5.

integrating entertainment, user

settings, air conditioning, navigation,

communication and information

features within a single system.

The MTC System features an audio

system which is acoustically optimized

for this specific vehicle.

WARNING!

The navigation system assists the

V6 Engine

driver while driving, providing advice

and suggestions, by voice guidance

and graphic information, for the best

route to reach the set destination. The

suggestions provided by the

navigation system do not relieve the

driver from full responsibility for the

maneuvers made through traffic while

driving, or from compliance with road

regulations and other provisions

regarding road traffic. The person

driving the vehicle is always and in

any case responsible for safe driving

on the road.

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MTC Controls

Hard Keys

label is facing up. Press the lateral

button to eject the disc.

MTC System has a series of tools,

• SD Card slot

controls and soft-keys that are

Insert an SD Card containing any

• ON/OFF and Volume

designed to use external multimedia

navigation information, perform

Press the central button (1) to turn

resources and different audio options,

navigation functions and play media

the unit on or off. Rotate the

to change settings and to perform

files (music and images).

external regulator on the central

other functions.

button (1) to adjust the volume.

• CD/DVD slot

All controls are positioned in the

If the ignition is switched off

To be used when in Player mode.

central part of the dashboard.

(ignition switch in OFF) with the

When inserting a disc, make sure the

ON/OFF and Volume control.

radio in stand-by mode, the radio

Enter/Browse and Tune/Scroll

knob.

Card slot.

CD/DVD slot.

“Radio” soft-key.

“Player” soft-key.

“Controls” soft-key.

“Climate” soft-key.

“Nav” soft-key.

“Phone” soft-key.

“Settings” soft-key.

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memorizes the stand-by mode for

• Player soft-key (6)

Audio Controls

recall at the next ignition cycle.

Press the Player soft-key to access

The vehicle is equipped with audio

Press the central button to turn the

media sources such as: Disc, USB

controls that allow both driver and

radio on.

Device and AUX as long as the

front passenger to operate the audio

It is possible to eject the CD and to

requested media is present.

system without using the touch-screen

display the time if the system is off.

• Controls soft-key (7)

keys on the MTC display. These

The navigation software is always

Press the Controls soft-key to access

controls can be used to adjust audio

working when the ignition is

the Settings list. Controls such as;

volume, change radio station or mode

switched on, even if the radio is in

Heated Seats, Heated Steering

(AM, FM, CD, etc).

standby mode.

Wheel, Ventilated Seats, etc. can be

selected or turned ON/OFF by

Steering Wheel Audio Controls

• Enter/Browse and Tune/Scroll

touching the related soft-key.

Press the central button to accept a

The sound system controls are

highlighted selection on the screen.

• Climate soft-key (8)

rocker-type switches with a button in

Rotate the external regulator to

the center and are located on the rear

Press the Climate soft-key to access

scroll through a list or tune a radio

side of the steering wheel, right

the air conditioning settings. See

station.

behind the front switches.

“Air Conditioning Controls” in this

The right-hand control manages

Touch-Screen Keys

section for further details.

volume and mode of the sound

The soft keys located on the lower

• Nav soft-key (9)

system.

part of the MTC display, enable

Press the Nav soft-key to access the

By pressing the top of the rocker

different function modes as briefly

Navigation feature.

switch you can increase the volume,

indicated below. For further

and by pressing the bottom of the

• Phone soft-key (10)

information refer to the dedicated

rocker switch you can lower it. Press

Press the Phone soft-key to access

booklet included in the owner

the center button to switch radio

the MTC Phone feature.

documentation.

mode (AM, FM, CD, etc.). The

• Settings soft-key (11)

• Radio soft-key (5)

left-hand control functions depend on

Press the Settings soft-key to access

the current mode set with the

Press the Radio soft-key to enter the

the list of settings.

right-hand control, and are the

Radio mode. The different tuner

following ones.

modes: AM, FM and SAT can be

selected by touching the related

soft-keys in the Radio mode.

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Radio Operation

Rotate the regulation knob clockwise

to increase volume, counter-clockwise

Pressing the top of the switch will Seek

to lower volume.

up for the next received station and

Rotate the right knob to scroll through

pressing the bottom of the switch will

the menus and change the user’s

seek down for the next received

settings (see “MTC Settings” in section

station.

4).

The button fitted in the center of the

left-hand control will tune to the next

preset station set on the MTC preset

button.

MTC Side Audio Controls

CD Player

A light press on the top of the switch

On both sides of the MTC display there

will play the next track on the CD.

are two rotating devices (knobs) with a

Pressing the bottom of the switch once

central button.

will go to the beginning of the current

track, or to the beginning of the

previous track if it is within one second

after the current track begins to play.

If you press the switch up or down

twice, it plays the second track; three

times, it will play the third, etc.

The center button on the left side

rocker switch has no function for a

single-disc CD player. However, if the

vehicle is equipped with a

Press the central button on the left

multiple-disc CD player, the center

side to turn the MTC on and off; rotate

button will select the next available CD

the knob to set the audio volume.

in the player.

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• 6.5 in (165 mm) CFR Woofer: 2 x 165

• 13.7 x 7.9 in (350 x 200 mm)

Audio System

mm in the front doors.

Racetrack Sub Dual VC: 1 x on the

The vehicle is equipped with an audio

rear parcel shelf.

• 6.5 in (165 mm) Black Kevlar Woofer:

system that offers superior sound

2 x 165 mm in the rear doors.

• 16-channel 1280 Watts Class-D

quality, higher sound pressure levels

• 4 in (100 mm) Yellow Kevlar

amplifier in the trunk.

and reduced energy consumption.

Midrange: 1 x center dashboard, 2 x

The system is supplied with a 12

The new system maximizes the

in the front doors, 2 x L/R surround.

channel high efficiency amplifier and

amplifier and speaker technology

is operated by a high voltage tracking

• 1 in (25 mm) MMX Tweeter: 1 x

delivering substantially higher-

power supply and drives a 7.5-channel

Center, 2 x on the dashboard L/R, 2 x

performing components and system

playback architecture. This audio

in the rear doors.

efficiency.

system offers the ability to choose

The standard sound system

"Premium" features 10 speakers and

can develop a sound output of 760 W.

The standard system includes:

• Four 6.5 in (165 mm) diameter

Woofers, one on each door.

• One 3.15 in (80 mm) diameter

Midrange diameter, on the top of

the dashboard.

• One 1 in (25 mm) diameter Tweeter,

2 on the upper edges of the

dashboard and 2 on rear doors.

• One 7x10 in (180x250 mm)

Subwoofer on the rear panel below

the rear window.

The vehicle can be equipped with an

"High Premium" audio system

including 15 speakers and 1280 W of

sound power, available upon request.

The optional “High Premium” sound

system includes:

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Logic 7^® surround sound for any audio

When in “Audio Surround” mode,

MTC Settings

source. The high-efficiency speaker

balance is set automatically. Fader

design ensures higher Sound Pressure

control is available in surround mode

The MTC System uses a combination of

Level (SPL) and exceptional dynamic

but it should be set to the center

keys able to access and change the

sound quality.

position for optimal surround

customer programmable features.

The speakers are tuned for maximum

performance.

Touch-screen keys are displayed on the

efficiency and compatible with the

lower part of the MTC display

amplifier output stage ensuring best

positioned centrally on the dashboard.

updated surround sound processing.

There is a Scroll/Enter control knob

Logic 7^® multichannel surround sound

located on the right side of the MTC

technology delivers an immersive,

display.

accurate sound stage throughout the

Turn the control knob to scroll through

passenger compartment.

menus and change settings (i.e., 30, 60,

This surround effect is available from

90), press the button in the center of

any audio source - AM/FM/CD/Satellite

the control knob one or more times to

Radio or AUX input; and is activated

select or change a setting (i.e., ON,

through the MTC System controls. By

OFF).

selecting “Audio Surround”, you can

activate the Logic 7^® multichannel

surround-sound technology in your

vehicle. All information on the current

operational mode are listed in the

specific booklet included in the on

board documentation.

The driver selectable “Video

Surround” mode (DSS) is available only

for video media sources (DVDs, Video

CDs, or other video media supported

NOTE:

by the radio). Some audio will sound

better in “DSS” modes, some other in

For further details refer to the

“Stereo” mode.

Maserati Touch Control guide.

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Customer Programmable

To make a selection, and enter the

desired function, press the

Features - MTC Settings

corresponding soft-key on the menu

Press the Settings soft-key to display

(the picture shown is “Doors and

the programmable features menu.

Locks”).

Once the procedure is completed (for

example, Display mode) press the ◄

back arrow soft-key to return to the

previous menu or press the upper

right X soft-key, to close the settings

In this mode the MTC System allows

screen. Pressing the ▲ or ▼ soft keys

To scroll through the functions, move

you to access following programmable

and the cursor on the right side of the

the cursor up or down, or press the

features (some of them are optional

screen will allow you to scroll up or

arrow ▼ or ▲. Once the desired mode

and may not be available on your

down through the available settings.

is entered, press and release the

vehicle): Display, Clock & Date, Safety

touch-screen area of the setting that

& Driving Assistance, Lights, Doors &

you wish to modify. The new setting

Locks, Auto-On Comfort & Remote

will be highlighted with one or more

Start, Engine Off Options, Audio,

boxes to indicate status or possible

Phone/Bluetooth and SIRIUS XM

variants of the function status. A

Setup.

check mark in a box indicates the

NOTE:

current status of the function. Press

the checkmark to cancel, or the empty

Only one touchscreen area or key may

box to insert the check mark, and

be selected at a time.

change the status of the function.

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Display

• Display Brightness with Headlights

• Touchscreen Beep

Off

When in this display, you can turn

After pressing the Display soft-key the

following mode settings will be

When in this display, you can select

on or shut off the sound activated

available.

the brightness with the headlights

by pressure of a touch screen button

off. Adjust the brightness as

(soft-key).

• Display mode

previously explained.

• Control Screen Time-Out

When in this display you can select

• Set language

Use this mode to operate the timing

one of the auto display settings. To

change mode status, touch and

When in this display, you can select

of the control screen display.

release the Day, Night or Auto

one of available languages for all

• Navigation Turn-by-Turn Displayed

soft-key.

display descriptions, including the

on Cluster

trip functions and the navigation

By selecting this feature, the

system.

turn-by-turn directions will appear

• Units

on the instrument cluster along a

When in this display, you can select

programmed route until the desired

between US and Metric units of

destination is reached (see picture).

measurement in the instrument

cluster, odometer and navigation

system. The speed unit, shown in

digital format on the TFT display of

the instrument cluster, is defined

and modifiable through the controls

• Display Brightness with Headlights

located on the right side of the

steering wheel (see “TFT Display” in

When in this display, you can select

chapter “Instrument Cluster” of this

the brightness with the headlights

section).

on. Adjust the brightness with the +

and - setting soft-keys or by

• Voice Response Length

selecting any point on the scale

When in this display, you can change

between the + and - soft-keys.

the voice response length settings.

To change the voice response

length, touch the Brief or Detailed

soft-key.

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Clock & Date

• Set Time Minutes

Time is always visible on the

When in this mode, you can set the

dashboard analog clock and in digital

minutes manually. To select, touch

format on the instrument cluster and

the + or - soft-keys as done for the

on the MTC display.

hours.

• Time Format

When in this mode, you can select

the time format display. To change

the current setting, touch and

release the 12 Hrs or 24 Hrs button.

With this feature it is possible to view

and set the following modes.

• Set Date in Cluster (MM/DD/YY)

When in this mode, you can set the

• Sync with GPS or Radio Time

date manually in the status bar of

When in this mode, time is

the MTC and on the instrument

automatically set and synchronized

panel display.

to the GPS or radio signal.

Safety & Driving Assistance

• Set Time Hours

Press the “Safety & Driving Assistance”

When in this mode, you can set the

soft-key to set the following modes.

hours manually. To select, touch the

+ or - soft-keys to adjust the hours.

• Park Assist

The rear park assist system will scan

for objects behind the vehicle when

the transmission shift lever is in R

(Reverse) and the vehicle speed is

less than 11 mph (18 km/h). The

system can be enabled with Sound

only, Sound + Display, or turned Off.

See “ParkSense^® Park Assist” in

section 2 for further information.

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• Rain Sensing Auto Wipers

By selecting this feature, the system

will automatically activate the

windshield wipers if it senses

moisture on the windshield.

Lights

Press the Lights soft-key to set the

following modes.

• Headlights Off Delay

• Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse

By selecting this feature, the driver

• Headlights with Wipers

By selecting this feature the outside

can choose to have the headlights

By selecting this feature, while the

side-view mirrors will tilt downward

off or lit for 30, 60, or 90 seconds

headlight lever is in “AUTO”

when the ignition is in RUN position

when exiting the vehicle. To change

position, the headlights will turn on

and the transmission shift lever is in

the current headlight off delay

approximately 10 seconds after the

R (Reverse) position. The mirrors will

status, touch and release the 0, 30,

wipers are activated. The headlights

move back to their previous position

60 or 90 soft-key to select the

will also turn off when the wipers

when the transmission is shifted out

desired time range.

deactivate if they were activated in

of R (Reverse).

the current mode.

• Headlights Illumination on Approach

• ParkView Backup Camera

By selecting this feature, the driver

• Auto Dim High Beams

This vehicle is equipped with the

can choose to have the headlights

By selecting this feature, the high

ParkView^® rear backup camera

off or lit for 30, 60, or 90 seconds

beam headlights will deactivate

which allows you to see an image of

when the doors are unlocked with

automatically under certain

the rear surroundings of your

the key fob RKE transmitter.

conditions. See “Lights” in section 3

vehicle whenever the shift lever is

for further information.

set in R (Reverse). The image will be

• Daytime Running Lights

displayed on the MTC display along

When this feature is selected, the

with a caution note to “check entire

DRL lights will turn on whenever the

surroundings”. See “ParkSense^®

engine is running. To make your

Park Assist” in section 2 for further

selection, touch the Daytime

information.

Running Lights soft-key, until a

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check-mark appears next to setting,

transmitter

button. When 1^st

showing that setting has been

press of key fob unlocks is selected,

selected.

you must press the key fob RKE

transmitter

button twice to

• Steering Directed Headlights

unlock the passenger's doors. When

By selecting this feature, the

unlock all doors by 1^st press

headlights rotate following the

selection mode, all doors will unlock

steering wheel direction change.

on the first press of the key fob RKE

• Headlights Dip (Traffic Changeover)

transmitter

button.

By selecting this feature, the

NOTE:

headlights will change their

• Auto Unlock on Exit

If the vehicle is programmed on 1^st

luminous distribution when a

By selecting this feature, all doors

Press of Key Fob Unlocks:

left-hand-drive vehicle enter a

will unlock when the vehicle is

Country with right-hand-drive

• all doors will unlock no matter which

stopped, the transmission is in P

system and vice versa.

Passive Entry equipped door handle

(Park) or N (Neutral) position and

is grasped;

• Flash Lamps with Lock

the driver's door is open.

• only the driver’s door will unlock

By selecting this feature, the

• Flash Lamps with Lock

when the driver’s door is grasped;

headlights will flash when the doors

By selecting this feature, the

are locked or unlocked with the key

• with Passive Entry, touching the

headlights will flash when the doors

fob RKE transmitter.

handle more than once will only

are locked or unlocked with the key

result in the driver’s door opening.

Doors & Locks

fob RKE transmitter.

If driver door first is selected, once the

Press the Doors & Locks soft-key to set

• Sound Horn with Lock

driver door is opened, the interior

the following modes.

By selecting this feature, the horn

door lock/unlock switch can be used to

• Auto Door Locks

will sound when the doors are

unlock all doors (or use key fob RKE

locked or unlocked with the key fob

This feature allows you to lock the

transmitter).

RKE transmitter.

vehicle’s door(s) without having to

press the key fob RKE transmitter

• 1^st Press of Key Fob Unlocks

button. See “Passive Entry

By operating the 1^st Press of the Key

System” in section 2.

Fob Unlocks mode you may set up

only the driver's door will unlock on

the first press of the key fob RKE

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• Passive Entry

• Engine off Power Delay (Power

By selecting this feature, Passive

duration after engine shutdown)

Entry may be programmed to on or

By selecting this feature, the power

off. The default status is on. With

window switches, radio, MTC

Passive Entry deactivated, also the

System, DVD video system (for

“Pre-Short Drop” function is

versions/markets, where provided),

disabled (for further information,

power sunroof, and power outlets

refer to “Bodywork Maintenance

will remain active for up to 10

and Care” in section 7).

minutes after the ignition switch is

cycled to OFF. Opening of one front

• Personal Settings Linked to Key Fob

Engine Off

door will cancel this feature.

By selecting this mode, the key fob

The switch-off delay can be canceled

can be programmed with the

This feature allows certain functions

(0 seconds) or reduced to 5 minutes

driver’s personal position settings.

after turning off the engine.

or 45 seconds.

These settings will be implemented

• Easy Exit Seat

when pressing the

button on the

• Headlights off delay

This feature provides automatic

remote control.

By selecting this feature the

driver seat positioning to enhance

Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start

headlights will stay lit for up to 90

driver mobility when entering and

seconds after turning off the

By pressing the Auto-on Comfort

exiting the vehicle.

engine.

soft-key the following setting will be

The switch-off delay can be canceled

available.

(0 seconds) or reduced to 60 or 30

• Auto-on Driver Heated/Ventilated

seconds.

Seat & Steering Wheel with Vehicle

Audio

Start

By selecting this feature the driver’s

This feature enables to view and set

heated seat and heated steering

the available audio modes depending

wheel will automatically activate

on the type of audio system supplied

when the temperature is below 40°F

on the car.

(4°C). When temperatures are above

The following modes refer to the

80°F (26°C) the driver vented seat

“High Premium” audio system.

will turn on.

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Dashboard Instruments and Controls

• Balance/Fade

• Speed Adjusted Volume

• Surround Sound (only for “High

Use this screen to adjust the Balance

This feature increases or decreases

Premium” audio system)

and Fade settings.

volume combined to vehicle speed.

This feature provides simulated

To change the speed adjusted

surround sound mode. To make

volume touch the Off, 1, 2 or 3

your selection, press Stereo,

soft-key.

Audience or On Stage.

• Equalizer

Use this screen to adjust the Bass,

Mid and Treble settings. Adjust the

settings with the + and - setting

• Music Info Cleanup

Phone/Bluetooth

soft-keys or by selecting any point

This feature helps organizing music

Press the Phone/Bluetooth soft-key to

on the scale between the + and -

files for optimized music navigation.

select and connect phones and audio

soft-keys.

sources.

• Paired Phones

• Paired Audio Sources

By selecting one of these options you

will be notified which phones or

which audio sources are combined to

the Phone/Bluetooth system.

For each option, you can also add a

device and change the PIN code of the

device you wish to connect. For

further information, see the MTC

guide.

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NOTE:

would like to skip followed by

Slot for SD Memory Card

pressing the arrow ◄ soft-key.

On the Maserati website, at

and CD/DVD

www.maserati.com , or through the

• Subscription Information

Authorized Maserati Dealer you may

SIRIUS XM Satellite radio requires a

Both slots are located on the center of

consult the list of telephones that are

user-paid subscription to access

the dashboard, under the air

compatible with the MTC, and their

these stations.

conditioning system control devices.

level of compatibility.

It will be necessary to access the

information on the Subscription

Information Screen in order to

subscribe.

Touch the Subscription Info soft key

to access your receiver ID number.

Write down the SIRIUS XM ID

numbers for your radio. To activate

SIRIUS XM service, either call the

number listed on the screen or visit

SIRIUS XM online at

To insert a memory card into the slot,

www.siriusxm.com\subscriptions or

lift the tab with the “SD” indication

SIRIUS XM Setup

call the number listed.

and push it inside the slot. To extract

After pressing the SIRIUS XM Setup

it, press lightly on the card.

soft-key the following settings will be

To insert a CD/DVD push it inside the

available.

lower slot with the label on the upper

side. To extract it, press the button on

• Channel Skip

the left side of the slot, as indicated.

SIRIUS XM can be programmed to

Songs and video played from a SD card

designate a group of channels that

or a CD/DVD can be controlled using

are the most desirable to listen to or

the touch screen controls on the MTC

to exclude undesirable channels

(see the MTC guide) or the remote

while scanning. To make your

controls on the steering wheel (see

selection, touch the Channel Skip

“Audio Controls” in this section).

soft-key, select the channels you

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Dashboard Compartments

Glove Box Driver Side

Glove Box Passenger Side

To open the glove box on the driver

To open the glove box on the

There are two glove box

side, pull the handle as indicated.

passenger side, pull the handle as

compartments on the dashboard to

shown in the picture.

store small items or documents.

WARNING!

Do not operate the vehicle with a

compartment lid in the open position.

Cellular phones, music players, and

other handheld electronic devices

should be stowed while driving. Use

of these devices while driving can

cause an accident due to distraction,

The compartment is ca. 10-12 in (25-30

resulting in death or injury.

cm) deep and is lit by two courtesy

The compartment is divided into two

lights when open (the light

parts: in the lower part you can find

automatically switches off when the

the Owner’s documentation, while in

compartment is closed).

the upper part you can fit small items.

CAUTION!

Do not place objects weighing over

22 lb (10 kg) in the glove box

compartment.

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The compartment is illuminated by a

Analog Clock

Air Conditioning Controls

courtesy light when open (the light

will automatically switch off when the

To adjust the analog clock located on

The vehicle is equipped with an

compartment is closed); moreover, the

the center of the dashboard between

automatic dual-zone air conditioner/

compartment is also air-conditioned

the air outlets, use the MTC System

heater that adjusts the air temperature

like the rest of the interior.

(see “MTC Settings” in this section).

in the passenger compartment, in two

The air outlet inside the compartment

separate left and right side zones.

is located on the lower right side.

Upon request, the vehicle can be

equipped with an automatic four-zone

air conditioning system: in this case an

additional A/C module, operable both

by the rear and the front passengers

(see “Four-zone Climate Control

(optional)” in this chapter), is installed

in the central console, between the

front seats.

A demister system can "control" a

The time can be visualized also on the

specific area of the windshield,

MTC status bar and on the instrument

through a sensor located behind the

cluster display (see “MTC Settings” in

rearview mirror, and activate a special

this section).

function to prevent or eliminate mist.

Clock backlight functioning is

The sensor is enabled upon ignition

combined with the MTC display and

and whenever the user presses one of

the ignition switch backlight.

the automatic function buttons

(AUTO).

CAUTION!

To help ensure proper functioning of

the sensor, do not apply adhesive

parking stickers, etc. in the “sensing”

area between the sensor and the

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indicator illuminates when the A/C is

windshield. Therefore, keep the

on. Operating this function will cause

windshield and the sensor clean to

the automatic feature to switch into

prevent accumulation of dust or other

manual mode and the AUTO LED/Key

impurities.

will turn off.

3. Driver temperature control

Dual Zone Climate Controls

Provides the driver with independent

This system can be operated by using

temperature control. Push the ▼

either the automatic climate control

button for cooler temperature. Push

panel on the dashboard, below the

the ▲ button for warmer

MTC display, or the corresponding soft

Description of Controls

temperature. The driver's temperature

keys on the MTC display.

All functions, except the air

setting will be displayed on the MTC

When the MTC System is in any mode

distribution, MAX A/C and the SYNC

screen between the arrows.

other than climate (Radio, Player,

mode, can be set and modified using

NOTE:

Controls, etc.) the driver and

the climate control panel or the MTC

In SYNC mode, this button will also

passenger temperature settings will be

display.

automatically and simultaneously

indicated on the upper part of the

1. Climate control on/off

adjust the passenger temperature.

display.

Press the button

or the OFF key to

switch the climate control on/off. The

4. Passenger temperature control

LED on the button and the OFF key

Provides the passenger with

will illuminate when the A/C is on.

independent temperature control.

Push the ▼ button for cooler

NOTE:

temperature. Push the ▲ button for

For vehicle equipped with Remote

warmer temperature. The passenger's

Start, the Air Conditioning System will

temperature setting will be displayed

not function during Remote Start

on the MTC screen between the

operation if the climate control is left

arrows.

in OFF.

NOTE:

2. A/C

Pressing the 4 button while in SYNC

Press to change the current air

mode will automatically exit SYNC.

conditioning (A/C) setting; the

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5. Recirculation

when the AUTO function is activated.

Press to change the current setting,

See “Automatic Temperature Control

CAUTION!

the LED indicator on the button/the

(ATC)” in this chapter for more

relevant soft key illuminates when the

information.

Failure to observe the following

function is on.

cautions may cause damage to the rear

8. FAST defrosting/demisting

windows defroster:

6. Blower control

Press the

button/the

soft key to

Blower control is used to regulate the

switch the airflow setting to the

• Use care when washing the inside of

amount of air forced through the

windshield and the front side windows

the rear window. Do not use abrasive

climate system. There are seven blower

to get a quick defrosting/defogging.

window cleaners on the interior

speeds available. Adjusting the blower

The LED on the button/the soft key

surface of the window. Use a soft

will cause automatic mode to switch to

illuminates when this feature is

cloth and a mild washing solution,

manual.

activated. Operating this function will

wiping parallel to the heating

Pushing the “+” on the climate control

cause the ATC to switch into manual

elements. Labels can be peeled off

panel will increase the speed of the

mode: so the AUTO LED/soft key will

after soaking with warm water.

blower, while pushing the “-” will

turn off; the fifth blower speed will be

• Do not use scrapers, sharp

decrease it. On the MTC screen, touch

automatically selected, unless the

instruments, or abrasive window

the small icon of the blower to

blower is not already set to a higher

cleaners on the interior surface of

decrease the speed, or the big icon to

speed. If this function is turned off the

the window.

increase it. Between the two icons,

climate system will return to the

• Keep all objects inside the vehicle at

bars will appear to show the number

previous setting.

a safe distance from the window.

of the corresponding selected speed.

9. REAR defrosting/demisting

The blower can also be activated/

10. Airflow distribution modes

Press the

button/the

soft key to

regulated by touching the bars

The airflow distribution mode can be

turn on the rear window defroster and

between the two blower icons.

adjusted so air comes from the

the heated outside mirrors. A LED

dashboard vents, floor vents,

7. AUTO

indicator will illuminate when the rear

demist/defrost vents.

This function automatically controls

window defroster and the heated

The mode setting keys are located on

the interior temperature by adjusting

external mirrors are on.

the MTC display only and allow

the air flow rate and the air

The rear window defroster and the

following setting options:

distribution. Press the AUTO will cause

heated external mirrors automatically

the ATC to switch between manual

turn off after 10 minutes.

• “Dashboard” mode

and automatic mode. The LED on the

Air flows in from the four adjustable

button/the AUTO soft key illuminates

vents of the dashboard and the two

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positioned at the rear of the central

improve comfort and prevent

When the A/C and AUTO are switched

console. Each of these vents can be

fogging.

off it is not possible to have air at a

singly adjusted. The air vanes of the

lower temperature than the outside.

11. “SYNC” mode

vents can be moved up and down or

Press the SYNC soft-key on the MTC to

Recirculation

right and left to adjust air flow

switch the Sync feature on/off. The

When outside air contains smoke,

direction. A setting wheel, placed

SYNC indicator illuminates when this

odors, or high humidity, or if rapid

near each vent, allows to regulate

feature is selected. This function is

cooling is desired, you may wish to

or close the air flow.

used to synchronize the passenger

recirculate interior air by pressing the

• “Bi-Level” mode

temperature setting with the driver

Recirculation control button. The LED

Air comes from the dashboard

temperature setting.

on the button/the recirculation soft

vents, the central console adjustable

Changing the passenger temperature

key will illuminate when this function

vents and the fixed floor vents. A

setting while in SYNC will

is selected. Push the button a second

small portion of the airflow is

automatically exit this feature.

time to turn off the Recirculation

directed through the defrost/demist

mode and allow the entry of outside

12. MAX A/C

vents.

air into the air conditioning system.

Pressing the MAX A/C soft key on the

NOTE:

MTC, the system automatically

switches to get the maximum cold air

Bi-Level mode is designed to let cooler

flow.

air from the dashboard and rear

central console vents and warmer air

Dual Zone Climate Control

from the floor vents.

Functions

Air Conditioning (A/C)

• “Floor” mode

The A/C button allows to manually

Air comes from the floor vents. A

activate or deactivate the air

small portion of the airflow is

conditioning system. When the air

directed through the defrost/demist

conditioning system is turned on, cool

vents.

dehumidified air will flow through the

• “Mix” mode

vents into the cabin. For improved fuel

Air comes from the floor and the

economy, press the A/C button to turn

defrost/demist vents. This mode is

off the air conditioning and manually

recommended for cold climates, to

adjust the blower and airflow mode

settings.

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Automatic Temperature Control

(ATC)

Automatic operation

• Press the AUTO key on the A/C panel

or the soft key button on the MTC

screen.

• Set the desired temperature

adjusting the driver and/or passenger

temperature hard or soft control

NOTE:

buttons. Once the desired

• To provide you with maximum

temperature is displayed, the system

comfort in the Automatic mode,

In cold weather, use of Recirculation

will achieve and automatically

during cold start-ups the blower

mode may lead to window fogging.

maintain that comfort level.

speed will remain low until the

Select the MIX mode

and increase

• When the system is set up for your

engine warms up.

the blower speed to prevent fogging.

comfort level, it is not necessary to

Manual operation

change the settings anymore, simply

MAX A/C

The system allows manual selection of

allow the system to function

Activating this function, the system

blower speed, air distribution mode,

automatically.

switches to exit AUTO, enter A/C and

A/C status and Recirculation control.

Recirculation. The minimum

The blower fan speed can be set to any

temperature (LO) in both zones, the

fixed speed by adjusting the blower

maximum blower speed and the air

control. In this case the blower will

distribution

are also selected.

operate at a fixed speed until

The blower speed can be adjusted and

additional speeds are selected. This

the air distribution can be modified

allows the front occupants to control

without exiting MAX A/C. To exit MAX

the volume of air circulated in the

A/C press the relevant soft key or exit

vehicle and cancel the AUTO mode.

A/C or Recirculation. Selecting

The user can also select the direction

AUTO, or OFF, will also exit MAX A/C.

of the airflow by selecting one of the

available mode settings. A/C operation

and Recirculation control can also be

manually selected.

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Four-Zone Climate Control

2. A/C

Press to change the current air

(optional)

conditioning (A/C) setting, the A/C

Air conditioning controls that allow

symbol on the button illuminates

rear passengers to adjust the

when the A/C is on. This will cause the

temperature in the left and right rear

automatic operation to switch into

part of the passenger compartment

manual mode and the AUTO indicator

are located at the rear of the center

will turn off.

console underneath the adjustable air

3. Left side temperature control

outlets, or on the rear console storage

Provides the rear passengers with

compartment between the rear seats,

“Comfort Luxury" Rear Seats

independent temperature control.

if the vehicle is equipped with

Push the ▼ button for cooler

“Comfort Luxury" seats.

Description of Controls

temperature settings or the ▲ button

The following functions can be

for warmer temperature. The set

operated/adjusted by using the rear

temperature value will be displayed in

climate control panel.

the area above the buttons.

1. Rear climate control on/off

4. Right side temperature control

Press the button

to switch the rear

Provides the rear seats passengers

climate control on/off. The LED on the

with independent temperature

button turns on when the rear A/C is

control. Push the ▼ button for cooler

on.

temperature settings or the ▲ button

for warmer temperature. The set

temperature value will be displayed in

the area above the buttons.

5. Blower control

Blower control is used to regulate the

airflow of the rear climate system.

There are seven blower speeds

available. Adjusting the blower will

cause the automatic mode to switch to

manual.

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Press the “+” button to increase

vanes of the vents can be moved up

Four-Zone Climate Control by the

blower speed.

and down or right and left to adjust

Driver

Press the “-” button for lower speed.

air flow direction. A setting wheel,

By operating the MTC display controls

placed near each vent, allows to

Airflow distribution modes

the driver can adjust the settings of

regulate or close the air flow.

The airflow distribution can be

the rear climate zones controlled by

adjusted to let air come from the

9. AUTO

rear passengers.

central console vents, floor vents,

This function automatically controls

By touching the following MTC screen

demist/defrost vents on pillars

the interior temperature by adjusting

keys, the driver is able to:

between the doors. The set mode is

the air flow rate and the air

View and change the settings of

recognizable through an illuminated

distribution.

the rear climate.

LED on the button.

• Press the AUTO button: the

Block the settings of the rear

6. “Bi-Level” mode

automatic rear climate control

climate.

Air comes from the adjustable vents on

switches from manual to automatic

Synchronize the temperature of

the rear central console and from the

mode and vice-versa. The AUTO

the passenger side with the

fixed ones directed to the floor. A

symbol on the button illuminates

driver's side.

portion of the airflow is directed to

when this function is activated.

Return to the front climate

the vents on pillars.

• Adjust then the temperature you

control display.

wish to maintain by regulating the

NOTE:

left and/or right side temperature

The Bi-Level mode is designed to

control buttons. Once the desired

provide comfort by sending cooler air

temperature is set, the system will

out of the central console vents and

achieve and automatically maintain

warmer air from the floor vents.

that comfort level.

• When the system is set up for your

7. “Floor” mode

comfort level, it is not necessary to

Air comes from the floor vents. A

change the settings anymore: simply

portion of the airflow is directed to

allow the system to function

the vents on pillars.

automatically.

8. “Panel” mode

To provide you with maximum comfort

Air comes from the adjustable vents on

in the Automatic mode, during cold

the central console. Each of these

start-ups the blower speed will remain

vents can be singly adjusted. The air

low until the engine warms up.

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• Automatic Temperature Controls

• Any time you store your vehicle or

(ATC) will automatically adjust the

keep it stationary (i.e., during

climate control settings to reduce or

vacation) for two weeks or more,

eliminate window fogging on the

run the air conditioning system at

front windshield.

idle for about five minutes in the

fresh air by high blower setting. This

• Make sure the air intake, located

will ensure adequate system

directly in front of the windshield, is

lubrication and minimize the

free of obstructions such as leaves or

possibility of compressor damage

other objects. Leaves collected in the

when the system is started again.

air intake may reduce airflow, and if

Operating Tips

they enter the plenum, they could

• Continuous use of the air

plug the water drains. In winter

recirculation in winter, in rainy

make sure the air intake is clear of

weather or humid climate is not

ice, slush, and snow.

recommended because it may cause

• The climate control system filters

window fogging.

outside air containing dust, pollen

• Interior fogging on the windshield

and some odors. Strong odors

can be quickly removed by FAST

cannot be totally filtered out. See

defrosting/demisting. The “Mix”

“Maintenance Procedures” in section

mode can be used to maintain a

7 for filter replacement instructions.

clear windshield and provide

• The temperature can be displayed in

sufficient heating. If side window

U.S. or Metric units by selecting the

fogging becomes a problem increase

US/M customer programmable

blower speed.

feature. See “MTC Settings” in this

NOTE:

section.

• Recirculation mode without A/C

should not be used for long periods

of time, as fogging may occur.

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Dashboard Instruments and Controls

Phone and Voice Controls

on Steering Wheel

WARNING!

Any voice-controlled system should be

The controls on the right side of the

used only in safe driving conditions

steering wheel activate/deactivate the

following all applicable regulations.

phone mode and the voice control

All attention should be kept on

functions.

driving. Failure to do so may result in

a collision causing serious injury or

death.

The voice command communication

Phone Mode

system is fully integrated with the

vehicle's audio system.

By using the Phone button

it is

The volume can be adjusted from the

possible to: activate the phone mode,

radio volume control knob on the side

start a call, show recent incoming and

of the MTC screen or from the steering

outgoing calls, show contact list, etc.

wheel radio controls (see “Audio

All these functions can also be reached

Controls” in this section).

by using the touch screen commands

These functions are only available

The system will automatically mute the

on the MTC screen.

when one or more Bluetooth^®

radio when using the phone mode.

When pressing the button

compatible mobile phones are paired

When activating the phone mode

audible sound will indicate system

with the MTC System connection: to

using voice commands with

readiness to accept a command.

pair a phone and to learn all available

speakerphone, you should speak

functions refer to the MTC guide.

normally in a conversational tone from

NOTE:

the driver’s position towards the front

dome light where the voice command

On the Maserati website, at

system microphone is located.

www.maserati.com , or through the

System recognition of the user’s voice

Authorized Maserati Dealer you may

can decrease when the speaking too

consult the list of telephones that are

quickly or too loudly.

compatible with the MTC, and their

level of compatibility.

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Before starting the engine, close the

gages, Maserati logo and complete

Normal Starting of the

doors, adjust your seat, the inside and

odometer, will display.

Engine

outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt

and instruct all other occupants to

buckle their seat belts.

WARNING!

The shift lever must be in P (Park) or N

(Neutral) position before you can start

• Hold the brake pedal down when

the engine. Apply the brakes before

starting the engine.

shifting into any driving gear (see

• It is dangerous to run the engine in

“Automatic Transmission” in this

an enclosed area. The engine

section).

consumes oxygen and discharges

carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide

and other toxic gases in the

CAUTION!

atmosphere.

• Before starting the engine, switch off

the electrical devices with a high

When doors are opened, the

instrument cluster displays the

power consumption (air-conditioning

and heating system, heated rear

Maserati Logo in the center and the

window, headlights, etc.).

complete odometer plus the “open

doors” indicator

in the lower part

• Do not start the engine if the fuel

of the cluster.

level in the tank is low.

The keyless ignition device allows the

driver to operate the ignition switch

The current display subsequently sets

by pushing a button, as long as the key

up with the latest screenshot.

fob RKE transmitter is within the

If the engine fails to start, the starter

passenger compartment (check “Keys”

will disengage automatically after 10

in section 2 for further information).

seconds. If you wish to stop the

By pressing the brake pedal and

cranking of the engine prior to

pushing the START/STOP button the

starting it, press the button again.

engine starts and the shift lever

position, engine temperature, fuel

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NOTE:

After starting the engine, the idle

speed is controlled automatically and

Normal starting of either a cold or a

If the ignition switch is left in the ACC

will decrease as the engine warms up.

warm engine is obtained without

or RUN (engine not running) position

pumping or pressing the accelerator

and the transmission is in P (Park), the

Engine Start Failure

pedal.

system will automatically time out

after 30 minutes of inactivity and the

If the driver only pushes the

ignition will switch to the OFF

CAUTION!

START/STOP button but does not press

position.

the brake pedal, the ignition switch

• Do not attempt to push or tow your

cycles to the ACC position (see “Keys”

vehicle to get it started. Vehicles

in section 2) and the instrument

equipped with an automatic

cluster displays the screenshot.

transmission cannot be started this

At the second press of the

way. Unburned fuel could enter the

START/STOP button, the ignition

catalytic converter and once the

device switches to RUN position (see

engine has started, ignite and

“Keys” in section 2) and the

damage the converter and vehicle.

instrument cluster displays the latest

• If the vehicle battery is dead, booster

screenshot.

cables may be used to obtain a start

At the third press of the START/STOP

from a booster battery or the

button the ignition switch returns to

battery in another vehicle. This type

OFF position and the display powers

of start can be dangerous if done

down.

improperly. See “Auxiliary Jump

At the fourth press of the START/STOP

Start Procedure” in section 6 for

button the screen will display the

further information.

following message: “Press Brake and

Push Button to Start”.

Flooded engine clearing

If the engine fails to start after you

have followed the described

procedures, it may be flooded. To clear

any excess fuel, move the shift lever in

P (Park) position. Press and hold the

brake pedal, push the accelerator all

the way to the floor and hold it, then

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press and release the START/STOP

switch will remain in the ACC

Automatic Transmission

button once. The starter will engage

position until the shift lever is in P

automatically, run for 10 seconds, and

(Park) and the button is pressed

The electronic shift lever replaces the

then disengage. Once this occurs,

twice from the OFF position.

conventional mechanical lever and has

release the accelerator pedal and the

no mechanical connection to the

• If the shift lever is not in P (Park) and

brake pedal, wait 10 to 15 seconds,

transmission. The transmission is

the START/STOP button is pressed

then repeat the “Normal starting of

operated by electrical actuators on the

once, the instrument cluster will

the engine” procedure.

hydraulic system and all commands to

display a “Vehicle Not in Park”

the control system are transmitted by

Starting by cold engine

message and the engine will remain

the CAN network. The lever itself

Start-off slowly, avoiding sudden

running.

represents a mere user interface. Gear

acceleration and rev the engine at low

positions are simulated by solenoids

medium speeds. High-performance

inside the lever body, which are

driving should be avoided until the

WARNING!

computer controlled and enable or

engine temperature reaches 149-158°F

Never leave a vehicle out of the P

disable certain positions of the lever.

(65-70°C ).

(Park) position, as it could roll away.

The solenoids inside the gear lever

Engine Turn Off

prevent the movement of the lever

NOTE:

towards invalid positions.

• Place the shift lever in P (Park) (see

If the ignition switch is left in the ACC

The electronically-controlled

“Automatic Transmission” in this

or RUN (engine not running) position

transmission provides a precise shift

section).

and the transmission is in P (Park), the

schedule. The transmission electronics

• With the engine at idle, press and

system will automatically time out

are self-calibrating, therefore the

release the START/STOP button. The

after 30 minutes of inactivity and the

gearshift behavior could become

ignition switch will return to the OFF

ignition will switch to OFF position.

perfect as expected after few

position. A burst on the accelerator

hundreds of miles.

pedal before turning off the engine

has no purpose and increases fuel

consumption.

CAUTION!

• If the shift lever is not in P (Park), the

In order to properly use the Automatic

START/STOP button must be held for

Transmission, it is essential that you

two seconds and vehicle speed must

read through the whole chapter, so

be above 5 mph (8 km/h) before the

that you can understand right from

engine will shut off. The ignition

(Continued)

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(Continued)

forward or in reverse. You could lose

• Do not leave the key fob in or near

the start what the correct and granted

control of the vehicle and hit

the vehicle. A child could operate

operations are.

someone or something. Only shift

power windows, other controls, or

Damage to the transmission may occur

into gear when the engine is idling

move the vehicle.

if the following precautions are not

normally and when your foot is

This vehicle is equipped with a feature

observed:

firmly pressing on the brake pedal.

which requires the shift lever to be

• Unintended movement of a vehicle

• Shift into P (Park) only after the

placed in P (Park) before the engine

could injure those in or near the

vehicle has come to a complete stop.

can be turned off. This prevents the

vehicle. As with all vehicles, you

This is the default position of the

driver from inadvertently leaving the

should never exit a vehicle while the

lever and should be used every time

vehicle without first placing the

engine is running. Before exiting a

the ignition switch is cycled to OFF.

transmission in P (Park). This system

vehicle, always apply the electronic

also locks the shift lever in P (Park)

• Shift into or out of R (Reverse) only

parking brake, shift the transmission

whenever the ignition switch is in the

after the vehicle has come to a

into P (Park), and turn the engine

OFF position.

complete stop and the engine is at

off. The shift lever will consequently

idle speed.

lock in P (Park) position for a few

Automatic Transmission

• Do not shift between P (Park), R

seconds, then eases, handling the

Controls

(Reverse), N (Neutral) or D (Drive)

change to prevent the motion of the

Automatic transmission is operated by

when the engine is above idle speed

car.

a selection lever with lock button and

• To effect any change from vehicle

• Never leave children unattended in a

by a series of buttons located on the

stop to R (Reverse), D (Drive), 1^st or

vehicle, or with access to an

central console.

2^nd gear, it is necessary to keep the

unlocked vehicle. Allowing children

Using the selection lever it is possible

brake pedal fully depressed.

in an unattended vehicle is

to select following positions, indicated

dangerous for a number of reasons.

on the top of the lever: the selected

A child or others could be seriously

position will illuminate in amber light.

or fatally injured. Children should be

WARNING!

• P (Park);

warned not to touch the parking

• It is dangerous to move the shift

• R (Reverse);

brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.

lever out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) if

• N (Neutral);

• When leaving the vehicle, always

the engine speed is higher than idle

remove the key fob and lock your

• D (Drive) automatic forward speed (8

speed. If your foot is not firmly

vehicle.

ranges);

pressing on the brake pedal, the

vehicle could accelerate quickly

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• +/- to upshift or downshift when

By operating instead the lever, the

manual mode in D (Drive) status, or

new range will be indicated in the

set M (Manual) mode.

field and in the lower part of the

display.

Transmission status is visible on the

lever and on the lower part of the

Instrument cluster display.

Buttons on the central console have

following functions:

•

to exclude/reactivate the ESC

system.

• M (Manual): to switch from

automatic to manual driving mode.

• I C E: to activate/deactivate the

driving mode in slippery surfaces

conditions.

• SPORT: to activate/deactivate a

By pressing the release button on the

sportier driving mode.

lever, the gear position field is

•

to switch between the two

If the vehicle is temporarily in the

displayed: if you release the button

suspensions setting modes.

manual drive mode, D2 (Drive) status,

without moving the lever, the field

By selecting one of these functions,

or in M1 (Manual) drive mode, the

disappears after 2 seconds.

the LED beside the button illuminates.

gear position is indicated beside the

The Electric Parking Brake lever is part

lever status, on the lower part of the

of the shift control panel (see “Parking

display.

Brake” in section 5).

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the vehicle is stopped. Be sure to keep

your foot pressed on the brake pedal

when moving the shift lever between

these gears.

DO NOT race the engine when shifting

from P (Park) or N (Neutral) into

another gear range.

Automatic Transmission Range

P (Park)

Use this position to park the vehicle.

Shifting gears from P (Park) position is

only possible with the brake pedal

pressed. To move the shift lever from P

(Park) position to any other position,

the engine must be switched on. The

engine can be regularly started in P

(Park) range. Never attempt to use P

(Park) while the vehicle is in motion.

When parking on a level surface, you

may place the shift lever in the P

In normal conditions, the shift lever is

When parking on a hill, apply the

(Park) position first, and then apply

always unlocked. When in D (Drive)

parking brake before placing the shift

the electronic parking brake by

mode it is possible to upshift or

lever in P (Park).

pulling the handle upwards. The

downshift the changing gears by

For enhanced security, turn the front

Instrument cluster will display the

automatically temporary setting in M

wheels toward the curb on a downhill

related light indicator

and the

(Manual) mode.

and away from the curb on an uphill

message for 5 seconds.

You must also press the brake pedal to

grade.

shift the transmission out of P (Park)

position.

Shifting from D (Drive) to P (Park) or R

(Reverse) should be done only after

the accelerator pedal is released and

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R (Reverse)

only possible if the vehicle is moving

forwards.

This range is used to move the vehicle

WARNING!

Set the parking brake and shift the

backward.

• Never use the P (Park) position as a

transmission into P (Park) if you must

We recommend to shift into R

substitute for the electronic parking

leave the vehicle.

(Reverse) only after the vehicle has

brake. Always apply the parking

come to a complete stop.

brake fully when parked to prevent

vehicle movement and possible

• Vehicle halted: switching between P

WARNING!

injury or damage.

(Park), R (Reverse) and D (Drive)

Do not switch to N (Neutral) and/or

requires pressing the unlock button

• Make sure the transmission is in P

never turn off the ignition to coast

on the lever and brake pedal: N

(Park) before leaving the vehicle.

downhill. These are unsafe practices

(Neutral) is reached only by pressing

that limit driver’s response to

the unlock button on the lever.

changing traffic or road conditions. It

• Vehicle moving: the driver can switch

CAUTION!

is possible to lose control of the

from R (Reverse) to N (Neutral), or

vehicle and have a collision.

• DO NOT race the engine when

vice versa, by pressing the lock

shifting from P (Park) or N (Neutral)

button on the shift lever.

into another gear range, as this can

N (Neutral)

damage the drivetrain.

CAUTION!

• Vehicle halted and engine started:

Towing the vehicle, coasting, or

• The following indicators should be

switching from N (Neutral) to R

driving for any other reason with the

used to ensure that you have

(Reverse), P (Park) and/or D (Drive)

transmission in N (Neutral) can result

engaged the shift lever into the P

requires brake pedal and unlock

in severe transmission damage. See

(Park) position:

button pressed.

“Towing a Disabled Vehicle” in section

• when shifting into P (Park), press

• Vehicle moving: switching from N

6 for further information.

the lock button on the shift lever

(Neutral) to R (Reverse) and/or D

and push the lever all the way

(Drive) requires pressing the unlock

D (Drive)

forward until it stops. When

button. Switching to R (Reverse)

This range should be used for most city

released, the lever will return to its

starting from N (Neutral) is only

and highway driving. It provides the

standard position;

possible if the vehicle is moving

smoothest upshifts and downshifts and

• with the brake pedal released,

backwards, while switching to D

the best fuel economy. The

verify that P (Park) position is

(Drive) starting from N (Neutral) is

transmission automatically shifts up

illuminated on the shift lever.

and down through all gears.

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The D (Drive) position provides

the next step without pressing the

that wheel slip is unlikely to occur.

optimum driving characteristics under

unlock button on the lever will cause

When specific road and environmental

all normal operating conditions of the

the system to enter a temporary

conditions require increased levels of

vehicle.

function and enable the manual

road traction, the vehicle

shift mode. This range is indicated

automatically shifts into AWD mode.

• Vehicle stationary: switching from D

with the symbols “+/-” on the right

Drive mode, RWD, or AWD, is

(Drive) to R (Reverse) and/or to P

and left side of the “D” letter on the

displayed on the TFT display. Refer to

(Park) requires brake pedal and

gear range field of the display. The

paragraph “TFT Display” in chapter

unlock button pressed: reaching N

system will then switch back to

“Instrument Cluster” of section 4 for

(Neutral) starting from D (Drive) is

automatic mode according to time

further information.

allowed by only pressing the unlock

elapsed in “temporary” mode and

button on the shift lever.

driving conditions.

• To enable special operations while

At extremely cold temperatures (-23°F

WARNING!

the car is moving at a low speed,

/ -30°C or below), transmission may be

such as getting out of a marsh or

There may be a slight delay for AWD

affected by the low temperature of

snow, it is possible to run quickly

engagement after a wheel slip

the engine and transmission. Normal

from D (Drive) to R (Reverse), and

condition occurs.

operation will resume once the

vice versa, by pressing the reset

transmission temperature has risen to

button on the gear shift lever.

a normal level.

• Vehicle moving: switching to N

All-Wheel Drive (V6 Engine)

(Neutral) from D (Drive) requires the

unlock button on the shift lever

This vehicle is equipped with an active

pressed.

on-demand All-Wheel Drive (AWD)

system provides available optimum

• From D (Drive) selected mode it is

traction for a wide variety of road

always possible to switch to M

surface and driving conditions. The

(Manual), by pressing the M

system minimizes wheel slip by

(Manual) button: the Led indicator

automatically redirecting torque to

beside the button will light up; to

the front and rear wheels as necessary.

V6 Engine

return to D (Drive) position, the

To maximize fuel economy, the AWD

same action should be performed as

vehicle automatically defaults to

the LED will turn off.

Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) when road

• When in D (Drive) mode, moving the

and environmental conditions are such

shift lever forward or backwards to

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NOTE:

The tables below summarizes the

Drive Mode

adjustment of transmission and engine

If the “Service AWD System” warning

Keys (buttons) on the side of the shift

parameters according to set drive

message appears after engine start up,

lever only have two functions: OFF and

mode/s.

is the only mode that does

or during driving, it means that the

ON. The OFF state (button released) is

not depend on the activation or

AWD system is not functioning

the standard function mode. The ON

deactivation of the other modes. The

properly. If the warning message is

state is activated by pressing the

tables show the configurations with

often activated, it is recommended to

button, the dedicated LED will

button NOT pressed and the

go to the service.

illuminate. It is necessary to press the

button pressed.

button for at least 3 seconds.

The table shows the different drive

modes according to the state of the

keys.

Button

OFF - Button released

ON - Button pressed (LED ON)

Electronic Stability Control ESC

activated

partially deactivated

Autoshift Mode (Auto)

Manual shift mode (Manual)

Increase Control Efficiency

ICE

V6 Engine

mode OFF

mode ON (*)

SPORT

Normal drive mode (Normal)

Sportier drive mode (SPORT)

Soft suspensions setting (Soft)

Hard suspensions setting (Hard)

WARNING!

When “Service AWD System” is

(*) I C E (Increase Control and Efficiency) operates on engine supply in order to

activated driver should be aware of

reduce fuel consumption, exhausts, noisiness (efficiency) by dampen vehicle

different driving behavior and reduce

reactions (control). The current mode is also useful for low grip surfaces.

speed. The “Service AWD System” also

warns the driver not to drive into

cross country areas requiring AWD and

snow roads.

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Activation/Deactivation of

To activate

button press the

gear is displayed on the instrument

corresponding button for at least 3

cluster beside “M”.

Drive Mode

seconds.

To insert a driving mode, briefly press

the corresponding button. The LED

beside the button will light along with

the indicator light on the display,

combined with a specific message for

5 seconds (see examples) or the

specific symbol of the set mode.

To disable the mode, press the button

again: the LED or symbol on the

cluster will turn off.

M (Manual) Drive Mode

In this mode, the transmission

interacts with the driver in order to

allow manual shift and ensure

increased control of the vehicle. The

current mode allows the gear system

to optimize the engine brake action,

Using the shift paddles behind the

remove undesired shifting into a

steering wheel (if present), the

higher and lower gears and improve

corresponding icon will display beside

the overall performance of the

the “M” indication and current shifted

vehicle.

gear.

This mode allows you to move the

Pull the right shift paddle (+) towards

shift lever step by step forward (-) or

the steering wheel and release it to

backward (+) without pressing the

enter the higher gear; do the same

lock button. The current transmission

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operation with the left shift paddle (-)

selected by the driver by using the

gear. If the vehicle speed is too low,

to enter the lower gear.

shift lever, or shift paddles on the

the system will ignore further

steering wheel (if present). The

upshifts. Avoid using speed control

transmission remains in the engaged

when the M (Manual) mode is

gear until the driver shifts into another

engaged.

higher or lower gear, except in the

Gear Shift Indicator Light

following cases.

In order to improve fuel economy, we

• Lack of accelerator pedal activity will

recommend that you shift gears when

cause the transmission to revert to

the system prompts you to do so. This

automatic operation. The

will help reduce fuel consumption

transmission will also upshift

without significantly affecting vehicle

automatically once maximum engine

performance.

speed is reached.

The indicator beside the displayed

• If in SPORT mode, the transmission

gear will light up just before reaching

will remain in the selected gear even

the required speed for gear change.

when maximum engine speed is

When the new gear is engaged, the

reached. The transmission will

indicator turns off. If the shift runs late

upshift only if enabled by the driver.

or is not performed at all, the indicator

Manual upshift or downshift will be

remains lit for a few seconds then

maintained as long as SPORT mode is

turns off. As soon as new conditions

selected, even by full stroke pedal

occur requiring further gear change,

press.

the indicator light will illuminate

• If in M (Manual) or in SPORT mode,

again.

Manual mode can be activated at any

the transmission will automatically

time, with no need to release the

downshift as the vehicle slows to halt

brake pedal.

(to prevent engine lugging) and the

Even if the release button is pressed

current gear will display on the

and gear is shifted in R (Reverse), P

instrument cluster. Shifting the gear

(Park) or N (Neutral), the selected

lever backward (+) or moving the

manual mode will be maintained.

right shift paddle (+) towards the

In Manual mode, the transmission will

steering wheel when stationary, will

shift up or down (+/-) if manually

cause the vehicle to start in second

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Transmission Malfunction and

Transmission Oil Over Temperature

If the transmission oil temperature

Overheating Conditions

exceeds the operating limit, the

Transmission Emergency Control

amber light illuminates on the

Transmission function is monitored

instrument cluster.

electronically to detect abnormal

conditions. If a condition is detected

that could result in transmission

damage, Transmission Limp Home

Mode is activated. In this situation, the

transmission may operate only in

NOTE:

certain gears, or may not shift at all.

The gearshift indicator will only work

Vehicle performance may be severely

when the transmission is set in M

degraded and the engine may stall. In

(Manual) mode.

some situations, the transmission

system may be able to re-engage or

I C E Mode excluding ESC

start the engine. The Malfunction

In this case, slow down until the

Indicator Light

may illuminate.

temperature returns to normal level

To release the vehicle in low grip

A message in the instrument cluster

(the light will turn off).

conditions (e.g.: snow, mud, sand, etc),

will inform the driver about the more

If this is not sufficient, we recommend

it is possible to shift the transmission

serious transmission conditions, and

you stop the vehicle, shift the lever to

feature in the specific driving mode as

indicate what actions may be

position P (Park) or N (Neutral) and

required for these situations, by

necessary.

keep the engine idle until the

pressing the I C E button and to

temperature warning light

turns

exclude completely the yaw and

off and the message disappears from

spinning control system, by pressing

the display. Resume driving without

the button for two seconds

demanding high engine performance.

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If the warning light

turns on again,

• Shift the transmission into D (Drive)

Parking Brake

it is advisable to stop the vehicle, turn

and then into the desired gear

off the engine and wait for the

range. If the problem is no longer

The vehicle is equipped with an

engine/transmission assembly to fully

detected, the transmission will return

electric automatic parking brake, also

cool down.

to normal operation.

called EPB (Electric Parking Brake).

It is automatically engaged when the

NOTE:

engine is turned off and disengaged

Even if the transmission can be reset,

with engine running and driver’s door

we recommend that you visit an

closed, while pressing the brake pedal

Authorized Maserati Dealer at your

and operating the shift lever.

earliest possible convenience, which

When the parking brake is applied, the

has diagnostic equipment to

warning light

lights up on the

determine if the problem could recur.

Rev Counter display and the related

message is displayed on the instrument

Transmission Manual Release of P

cluster for 5 seconds (see “Instrument

(Park) Position

Cluster” in section 4).

If the instrument cluster message

See chapter “Transmission Manual

indicates that the transmission may

Release of P (Park) Position” in section 6.

not re-engage after engine shutdown,

perform the following procedure

preferably at a Maserati Service

Center.

In the event of a momentary problem,

the transmission can be reset to regain

all forward gears by performing the

following steps.

• Stop the vehicle.

During engagement and

• Shift the transmission into P (Park), if

disengagement procedures, the

possible.

warning light

flashes until the

• Turn the engine off.

parking brake has reached its

• Wait approximately 30 seconds.

maximum activation force and is

• Restart the engine.

respectively fully released.

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In the above mentioned conditions,

simply by pulling the lever upward

the automatic engagement function

within 3 minutes after turning off.

WARNING!

can be deactivated/activated by using

the command “Vehicle settings” on

• Always hold the brake pedal pressed

the main menu (refer to paragraph

during engagement or

“Deactivating Automatic Operation”

disengagement of the parking

in this chapter).

brake.

• The EPB command activation while

Manual Engagement/

running, generates a deceleration of

Disengagement

the vehicle with strong deceleration

The parking brake can also be

(Dynamic Braking). It is therefore

manually engaged or disengaged

recommended to use this feature

when the engine is running or the

only in case of emergency. The

ignition switch is in the RUN position,

stability of the car is guaranteed by

by pressing the brake pedal and

the action of the activated ESC

CAUTION!

raising the lever located behind the

system.

The main function of the EPB is to

shift lever.

allow safe parking of the vehicle,

When the parking brake is applied,

therefore it must only be applied

the warning light

lights up on

when the vehicle is already stationary.

the Rev Counter and the related

If the EPB is used while the vehicle is

message will be displayed for 5

moving and decelerating until a speed

seconds on the instrument cluster.

lower of 3 mph (5 km/h) and, in

If you attempt to engage/disengage

particular, until complete stop

the parking brake without having

(typically in a sudden brake), it is

pressed the brake pedal, a message

necessary to have the EPB system

will be displayed, warning you to

checked by the Authorized Maserati

proceed.

Dealer.

If the engine was turned off when the

automatic engagement device was

deactivated (see “Deactivating

Automatic Operation” in this chapter)

it is possible to shift the parking brake

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Deactivating Automatic

Operation

The automatic engagement function

can be deactivated/reactivated by

selecting the command “Vehicle

settings” on the main menu, the

command is reachable through the

switch on the right-side of the steering

wheel (refer to “Instrument Cluster” in

section 4.)

Scroll with the switch toward the

In order to resume the automatic

Press and release the switch toward

arrow ▲ or ▼ through the

operation follow the same procedures

the arrow ► to select “Electric Park

programmable options.

and selecting “Auto Apply Off”

Brake”.

Press and release the switch toward

option.

the arrow ► to set the selected

option. A check mark will remain next

CAUTION!

to the previously selected item until a

new selection is made.

• Under certain conditions when the

battery voltage is low, the electric

automatic parking brake system may

temporarily be deactivated for safety

reasons. Therefore, typically upon

starting the engine, when the

battery voltage drops, a message

Press and release the switch once

may temporarily be displayed,

again toward the arrow ► to visualize

indicating that automatic operation

the options connected to this function.

is temporarily disabled.

• Auto Apply On;

• In case of ripetitive requests to reset

• Auto Apply Off (default setting).

the EPB through the messages shown

“Setting Saved” Selection notification

on the TFT display, please contact the

appears as a popup for 2 seconds then

Authorized Maserati Dealer.

the display will show again the

modified function.

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Failure Indication

Parking

When parking on hill roads, it is

important to turn the front wheels

In the event of electric parking brake

Before leaving the vehicle, make sure

toward the curb on a downhill grade

system failure, the warning light

that the parking brake is fully applied

and away from the curb on an uphill

on the display will light up and

and place the shift lever in the P (Park)

grade.

the related message will show for 5

position.

Apply the parking brake before

seconds.

placing the shift lever in P (Park),

otherwise the load on the

WARNING!

transmission locking mechanism may

WARNING!

make it difficult to move the shift

• Always check that the vehicle is

In the event of an EPB failure, take

lever out of P (Park).

locked before leaving it.

your vehicle to the nearest Authorized

In certain conditions, it is however

• Never leave children unattended in

Maserati Dealer as soon as possible.

advisable to disengage the parking

the vehicle.

brake manually and slightly apply the

• Do not park the vehicle on paper,

service brake for starting off. This is

grass, dry leaves or other flammable

advisable when there are obstacles

materials. They could catch fire if

very close to the vehicle in the

they come into contact with hot

direction in which you intend to move.

parts of the exhaust system.

• Do not leave the engine running

while the vehicle is unattended.

CAUTION!

Emergency Disengagement

When you need to park the vehicle on

In case of brake lock with complete

a steep slope, both with the engine on

electrical system failure, it is necessary

and off, it is recommended not only to

to release the brake manually (see the

engage the parking brake, but also to

complete procedure in “Emergency

shift the shift lever to P (Park) before

Release of the Parking Brake” chapter

leaving the vehicle.

in section 6).

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“Drive Away Inhibit” strategy

In order to avoid a dangerous

condition due to leave the vehicle not

“braked” with running engine and

without driver on board, “Drive Away

Inhibit” strategy alerts the driver with

messages on the instrument cluster

display and sounding chimes, then put

the transmission in P (Park).

The table shows the vehicle condition

and the action that the system runs to

exit the dangerous condition.

Vehicle condition

Action of the driver

• Engine running and speed lower than

3 km/h (1.8 mph).

• Transmission in any position other P

The driver releases the brake pedal to

(Park).

get out of the vehicle.

The system put the

• Driver safety belt unlocked.

transmission in P

• Driver door opened.

(Park) position

• Brake pedal pressed.

Warnings

• Slow continuous chime.

• Fast chime.

• “Vehicle not in Park” message on the

• “Secure vehicle to prevent

display.

movement" message on the display.

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• These systems cannot prevent

tires and the road. Therefore, always

Brake and Stability

collisions, including those resulting

keep a safe distance from the vehicle

Control System

from excessive speed in turns,

in front of yours and reduce your

following another vehicle too

speed when entering a curve.

The vehicle is equipped with an

closely, or hydroplaning.

Electronic Stability Control System

(ESC), which helps to maintain

• The capabilities of a vehicle

NOTE:

directional control in the event of loss

equipped with these systems must

• When the vehicle's speed is higher

of traction of the tires. The system is

never be exploited in a reckless or

than 7 mph (11 km/h), you may also

able to detect potentially dangerous

dangerous manner that could

hear a slight clicking sound as well as

situations for the stability of the

jeopardize the driver’s and the

other motor noises. The system is

vehicle and automatically sets the

passenger’s safety or the safety of

performing a self-check cycle to

brakes on all four wheels in a

others.

ensure that the ABS is working

differentiated manner, in order to

properly.

provide a torque stabilizing of the

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

• This self-check occurs each time the

vehicle. ESC includes following

vehicle is started and accelerated

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

subsystems:

past 7 mph (11 km/h).

provides increased vehicle stability and

• EBD (electronic brake force

brake performance under most

ABS is activated during braking under

distribution);

braking conditions. The system

certain road or stopping conditions.

• ABS (anti blocking system);

automatically “pumps” the brakes

ABS-inducing conditions can include

• TCS (traction control system);

during severe braking to prevent

ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad

• BAS (brake assist system);

wheel lock-up.

tracks, loose debris.

The Electronic Brake Force Distribution

You may also experience the following

• HSA (hill start assist).

(EBD) prevents the rear wheels from

when the brake system goes into Anti-

over-braking and provides greater

Lock:

control of available braking forces

WARNING!

• The ABS motor running (it may

applied to the rear axle.

continue to run for a short time

• These systems cannot prevent the

after the vehicle stops).

natural laws of physics from affecting

the vehicle, nor can it increase

• The clicking sound of solenoid

WARNING!

traction, braking or steering efficiency

valves.

The ABS helps prevent the wheels

beyond that afforded by the condition

• Brake pedal pulsations.

from locking, but it does not increase

of the vehicle brakes and tires.

the physical grip limits between the

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• A slight drop or fall away of the

(aquaplaning), acceleration on slippery

Electronic Stability Control

brake pedal at the end of the stop.

snow-covered or frozen surfaces, etc.

(ESC)

These are all normal characteristics of

Activating under slip conditions

This system enhances directional

ABS functioning.

different control systems:

control and stability of the vehicle

• if slippage affects both drive wheels,

under various driving conditions. The

it reduces the power transmitted by

ESC corrects over steering and under

WARNING!

the engine;

steering of the vehicle by applying the

• The ABS contains sophisticated

• if slippage only affects one drive

brake to the appropriate wheel.

electronic equipment that may be

wheel, it brakes the slipping wheel

Engine power may also be reduced to

susceptible to interference caused by

automatically.

assist in counteracting the conditions

improperly installed or high output

of instability and maintain the right

radio transmitting equipment. This

Brake Assist System (BAS)

direction. The system is also able to

interference can cause possible loss

This system completes the ABS system

reduce the engine power.

of anti-lock braking capability.

by optimizing the vehicle braking

Through sensors fitted on the vehicle,

Installation of such equipment

capacity during emergency brake

the ESC system detects the driver’s

should be performed by qualified

maneuvers. The system detects an

chosen direction comparing it to the

Maserati personnel.

emergency braking situation by

one maintained while running. In case

• Pumping the Anti-Lock Brakes will

sensing the rate and amount of brake

of discrepancy between the required

diminish their effectiveness and may

application and then applies optimum

trajectory and the current one, the ESC

lead to a collision. Pumping brakes

pressure to the brakes in order to help

system brakes the appropriate wheel

makes the stopping distance longer.

reduce braking distances.

to counteract over or under steering.

Just press firmly on your brake pedal

The quick brake coupling is optimal for

when you need to slow down or

BAS performances. In order to fully

stop. Do not pump brakes.

exploit the system, apply continuous

brake pedal pressure during the entire

Traction Control System (TCS)

vehicle stop sequence. Do not reduce

brake pedal pressure earlier than

The current device is an integral part

required. Once the brake pedal is

of the ESC system. It operates

released, the BAS is deactivated.

automatically by reducing the power

transmitted by the engine in case of

slipping, loss of grip on wet floor

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• Oversteer - when the vehicle is

NOTE:

brake pressure proportionally to the

turning more than appropriate for

amount of throttle/torque applied as

• When in “ESC off” mode, the TCS

the steering wheel position.

the vehicle starts to move in the

functionality of ESC is deactivated

• Understeer - when the vehicle is

(except for the limited slip feature

chosen direction.

turning less than appropriate for the

described in the TCS paragraph of

HSA Activation Criteria

steering wheel position.

this chapter). All other stability

The following criteria must be met in

The ESC system has two available

features of ESC function regularly.

order for HSA to activate:

operating modes:

• To improve the vehicle's traction

• vehicle is stationary.

ESC on

when driving with snow chains, or

• gear selection matches vehicle uphill

This is the normal ESC operating

when starting off in deep snow,

direction (i.e., vehicle facing uphill is

mode. At each start-up of the vehicle,

sand, or gravel, it may be desirable

in forward gear; vehicle backing

the ESC system is set in this mode and

to switch to the “ESC off” mode by

uphill is in reverse gear).

should be used for most driving

pressing the

switch and remain in

HSA will work in R (Reverse) and all

conditions. The ESC should only be

this operational mode no longer

forward gears when the activation

turned off for specific reasons as

than needed. Once the situation

criteria have been met.

pointed out in the following

requiring “ESC off” mode is

The system will not activate if the gear

paragraphs.

overcome, turn the ESC on again by

is placed in N (Neutral) or P (Park).

pressing the

switch. This may also

ESC off

be performed while in motion.

The “ESC off” mode is aimed for a

more spirited driving experience but

Hill Start Assist (HSA)

also purposeful for driving in deep

snow, sand, or gravel. The current

The HSA system is designed to assist

mode disables the TCS portion of the

the driver when starting a vehicle

ESC and raises the threshold for ESC

uphill. HSA will maintain the level of

activation, allowing higher wheel spin

brake pressure applied for a short

than normally granted by the ESC

period of time also after releasing the

system. The

switch is fitted beside

brake pedal.

the gear shift lever: to deactivate the

If the driver does not apply the

system see“Drive mode” in

throttle during this short period of

“Automatic Transmission” in this

time, the system will release brake

section.

pressure and the vehicle will start

sloping down. The system will release

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excessive lining wear, and possible

Using the Brakes

Use of the Engine

brake damage. In an emergency, full

braking capacity may be impaired.

Breaking-In

CAUTION!

Today's modern production methods

To obtain a good performance of

Brake pads and brake discs

are designed to provide extremely

brake pads and discs, avoid sudden

Wear on the brake pads and brake

precise construction and assembly of

braking during the first 190 mi

discs depends to a great extent on the

components. However, moving parts

(300 km).

driving style and the conditions of use

do undergo a settling process, basically

and therefore cannot be expressed in

in the first hours of vehicle operation.

The pad wear limit is indicated by the

actual miles driven on the road.

Avoid exceeding 5,000 rpm for the first

illumination of the warning light

The high-performance brake system is

620 mi trip (1,000 km).

on the instrument panel.

designed for optimal braking effect at

After starting the vehicle, do not

In this event, please contact an

all speeds and temperatures.

exceed 4,000 rpm until the engine has

Authorized Maserati Dealer.

Certain speeds, braking forces and

warmed up sufficiently (coolant

ambient conditions (e.g. temperature

temperature: 149-158°F / 65-70°C).

and humidity) can therefore cause the

Do not drive keeping at a constant

brakes to “squeal”.

high speed rate for a prolonged time.

While cruising, brief full-throttle

New brake pads and/or brake

acceleration within the limits of local

discs

traffic laws contributes to a good

New brake pads have to be “broken

break-in of the engine. Wide-open

in”, and therefore only attain optimal

throttle acceleration in low gear can

friction to the brake disc when the

be detrimental and should be avoided.

vehicle has covered several hundred

The engine oil installed in the engine

miles.

at the factory is a high-quality energy

During this first period, the slightly

conserving type lubricant. Oil changes

reduced braking ability must be

should be consistent with anticipated

WARNING!

compensated for by pressing the brake

climate conditions under which vehicle

Riding the brakes can lead to brake

pedal harder. This applies whenever

operations will occur. For the

failure and possibly an accident.

the brake pads and/or brake discs are

recommended viscosity and quality

Driving with your foot resting or

replaced.

grades, see “Maintenance Procedures”

riding on the brake pedal can result in

in section 7.

abnormally high brake temperatures,

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A new engine may consume some oil

transmission control systems. When

during its first few thousand miles of

these systems are operating properly,

CAUTION!

operation. This should be considered

your vehicle will provide excellent

as a normal part of the break-in

• Under normal conditions, all red

performance and fuel economy, as

period and not interpreted as an

warning lights on the instrument

well as engine emissions well within

indication of an engine malfunction.

cluster display should be off. When

current local regulations of various

they come on, this indicates a

countries.

While Driving

malfunction. Refer to “Instrument

If any of these systems require service,

Never travel with the Rev Counter

Cluster” in section 4.

the OBD II system will turn on the

indicator approaching the peak rpm,

malfunction indicator light (MIL).

• Continuing to drive when a red

not even downhill. When the Rev

It will also store diagnostic codes and

warning light is on could cause

Counter indicator is approaching the

other information to assist your

serious damage to the vehicle and

peak rpm (red colored zone), take

Maserati Service Center to service

affect its performance.

precautions to avoid exceeding that

your vehicle. Although the vehicle will

limit.

still be drivable and not need towing,

contact an Authorized Maserati

WARNING!

Dealer for service as soon as possible.

Do not travel downhill with the

engine off, as the power booster will

no longer function due to the vacuum

decrease. This can be realized, and if

done the system can become

ineffective. The power steering will

also lose its efficiency under these

conditions.

Ensure proper operation of different

devices checking their respective

On Board Diagnostic System

control warning lights.

Your vehicle is equipped with a

sophisticated onboard diagnostic

system called OBD II. This system

monitors the performance of the

emissions, engine, and automatic

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Electronic Cruise Control Controls

The electronic Cruise Control buttons

CAUTION!

The electronic speed regulator (Cruise

are located on the left side of the

Control) enables the driver to maintain

• Prolonged driving with the

steering wheel. Control buttons have

the desired vehicle speed without

malfunction indicator light (MIL)

following functions:

pressing the accelerator pedal,

on could cause further damage to

reducing driving fatigue on highways,

the emissions control system. It could

ON/OFF button:

especially long trips, as the set speed is

also affect fuel economy and

activation/deactivation;

automatically maintained.

drivability. The vehicle must be

multifunction control:

serviced before any emissions tests

• RES (+), pushed up:

can be performed.

CAUTION!

resume set speed (higher

• If the

malfunction indicator light

The device can only be switched on at

speed);

(MIL) is flashing while the engine is

speeds exceeding 19 mph (30 km/h)

• CANCEL, pushed: cancel

running, severe catalytic converter

and it switches off automatically when

set speed;

damage and power loss will soon

the brake pedal is pressed.

• SET (-), pushed down:

occur. Immediate service is required

setting speed (lower

at the Authorized Maserati Dealer.

speed).

• After the problem has been solved,

the Authorized Maserati Dealer

WARNING!

personnel will perform specific tests

The Cruise Control function must only

on the test bench for a complete

be activated when traffic and the

check of the system and, if necessary,

route allow maintaining a constant

also road tests, even on long

speed safely for a sufficiently long

distances.

distance.

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NOTE:

the display returns to the previous

Temporary Deactivation

setting.

In order to ensure proper operation,

A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing

the electronic Cruise Control system

the CANCEL switch, or normal brake

has been designed to shut down if

pressure while slowing the vehicle will

multiple Cruise Control functions are

temporarily deactivate the Electronic

operated at the same time. If this

Speed Control without erasing the set

occurs, the electronic Cruise Control

speed memory, which will appear

system can be reactivated by pushing

above the white light

(in the

the electronic Cruise Control ON/OFF

example: 45 mph).

button and resetting the desired

vehicle set speed.

Activation

The system must be turned off when

Push the ON/OFF button. The amber

not in use.

light

in sector 13 of the instrument

Pressing the ON/OFF button or turning

cluster will illuminate and the related

the ignition switch OFF erases the set

message pops up for 5 seconds.

speed memory.

WARNING!

The related message will pop up for 5

Leaving the Electronic Speed Control

seconds on the instrument cluster and

system on when not in use is

the display will return to the previous

dangerous. You could accidentally set

setting, however, the white light

the system or cause it to go faster

will turn on as the Cruise Control is

than you want. Always leave the

still activated.

system OFF when you are not using it.

To turn the system off, push the

ON/OFF button a second time. The

amber light

will turn off and a new

message pops up for 5 seconds, then

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Setting Desired Speed

Resume Speed

Turn the electronic Cruise Control ON.

To resume a previously set speed, push

When the vehicle has reached the

the RES (+) switch upward and release.

desired speed (in the example:

Resume can be used at any speed

51 mph), push the switch downward

above 19 mph (30 km/h).

and release.

Changing Speed Setting

The green light

will illuminate and

the related message will pop up for 5

When the electronic Cruise Control is

seconds on the instrument cluster.

set, you can increase speed by pushing

the switch upward. Keeping the switch

If the driver presses the accelerator

pressed, the set speed will continue to

pedal while the Cruise Control is

increase until the switch is released,

active, such as to overtake another

then the new set speed will be

vehicle, and exceeds the speed limit,

maintained and memorized.

the system will temporarily deactivate

To decrease speed while the electronic

the speed regulator. A message pops

Cruise Control is activated, push the

up for 5 seconds on the instrument

switch downward. Keeping the switch

cluster to alert the driver.

pushed in the downward position, the

set speed will continue to decrease

until the switch is released. Release the

Release the accelerator and the vehicle

switch when the desired speed is

will operate at the selected speed.

reached, and the new set speed will be

maintained.

NOTE:

Pushing the switch upward or

The vehicle should be traveling at a

downward once will enable to increase

steady speed and on level ground

or decrease the set speed of 1.24 mph

before pushing the switch downward.

(2.0 km/h).

Each subsequent tap of the switch will

increase or decrease the speed of

When the accelerator pedal is

1.24 mph (2.0 km/h).

released, the vehicle will return to the

set speed.

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