Maserati Quattroporte (2014 year). Manual in english

Driving

Using Electronic Cruise Control on

Tire Sizing Chart

Tires - General

Hillsides

EXAMPLE: P245/40 ZR20 (99Y) XL or

Information

The transmission may be downshifted

245/40 ZR20 (Y99) XL

on hills to maintain the vehicle set

Tire Safety Information

speed. The electronic Cruise Control

Size Designation:

Tire Markings

system maintains set speed up and

P = Passenger car tire size based on

down hills. A slight speed change on

U.S. design standards

moderate hills is normal. On steep

“...blank...” = Passenger car tire

slopes, a greater speed loss or gain

based on European design standards

may occur so we recommend to drive

245 = Section width in millimeters

without Electronic Cruise Control.

(mm)

40 = Aspect ratio in percent (%) -

Ratio of section height to section

WARNING!

width of tire

Electronic Cruise Control can be

ZR = Construction Code

dangerous where the system cannot

• Z: means a tire usable at speeds

maintain a constant speed. Your

greater than 150 mph (240 km/h)

vehicle could go too fast for the

1. U.S. DOT Safety Standards Code

• R: means radial construction

conditions, and you could lose control

(TIN)

20 = Rim diameter in inches (in)

and have an accident. Do not use

electronic Cruise Control in heavy

2. Size Designation

traffic or on winding, icy,

3. Service Description

snow-covered or slippery roads.

4. Maximum Pressure and Maximum

Load

5. Treadwear, Traction and

Temperature Grades (see

“Department of Transportation

Uniform Tire Quality Grades” in

this section).

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Look for the TIN on the outboard side

Tire and Loading Information Label

Service Description:

of black sidewall tires as mounted on

The proper cold tire inflation pressure

99 = Load Index - A numerical code

the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on

is listed on the driver's side rear door

associated with the maximum load a

the outboard side, then you will find it

pillar.

tire can carry

on the inboard side of the tire.

Y = Speed Symbol - A symbol

EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0313

indicating the range of speeds at

which a tire can carry a load

DOT = Department of Transportation

corresponding to its load index

- This symbol certifies that the tire is

under certain operating conditions.

in compliance with the U.S.

The maximum speed corresponding

Department of Transportation tire

to the speed symbol should only be

safety standards and is approved for

achieved under specified operating

highway use.

conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle

MA = Code representing the tire

loading, road conditions, and posted

manufacturing location (two digits).

speed limits).

This label tells you important

L9 = Code representing the tire size

information about the:

(two digits).

• Number of people that can be

Load Identification:

ABCD = Code used by the tire

carried in the vehicle.

manufacturer (one to four digits).

“...blank...” = Absence of any text on

• Total weight the vehicle can carry.

the sidewall of the tire indicates a

03 = Number representing the week

• Tire size designed for the vehicle.

Standard Load (SL) tire

in which the tire was manufactured

(two digits). In this case, 03 means

• Cold tire inflation pressures for the

XL = Extra Load (or reinforced) tire

the 3^rd week.

front, rear, and spare tires.

LL = Light Load tire

13 = Number representing the year

in which the tire was manufactured

Tire Identification Number (TIN)

The vehicle maximum load on the tire

(two digits). In this case, 13 means

must not exceed the load carrying

The TIN may be found on one or both

the year 2013.

capacity of the tire on your vehicle.

sides of the tire, however the date

You will not exceed the tire's load

code may only be on one side. Tires

carrying capacity if you adhere to the

with white sidewalls will have the full

loading conditions, tire size, and cold

TIN, including the date code, located

tire inflation pressures specified on the

on the white sidewall side of the tire.

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“Tire and Loading Information Label”

Steps For Determining Correct Load

safely exceed the available cargo

and in the “Features and

Limit

and luggage load capacity calculated

Specifications” section.

in previous Step.

• Locate the statement “The combined

weight of occupants and cargo

• If your vehicle will be towing a

NOTE:

should never exceed

trailer, load from your trailer will be

Under a maximum loaded vehicle

XXX lbs/XXX kg” on the vehicle's

transferred to your vehicle. Consult

condition, gross axle weight ratings

label.

this manual to determine how this

(GAWRs) for the front and rear axles

reduces the available cargo and

• Determine the combined weight of

must not be exceeded.

luggage load capacity of your

the driver and passengers that will

To determine the maximum loading

vehicle.

be riding in the vehicle.

conditions of your vehicle, locate the

• Subtract the combined weight of the

NOTE:

statement “The combined weight of

driver and passengers from

• The following table shows examples

occupants and cargo should never

XXX lbs/XXX kg.

on how to calculate total load,

exceed XXX lbs/XXX kg” on the tire

• The resulting figure equals the

cargo/luggage, and towing

and loading information label. The

available amount of cargo and

capacities of your vehicle with

combined weight of occupants and

luggage load capacity. For example,

varying seating configurations and

cargo/luggage should never exceed

if “XXX amount equals 1,400 lbs/635

number and size of occupants. This

the weight referenced here.

kg and there will be five

table is for illustration purposes only

150 lbs/68 kg passengers in your

and may not be accurate for the

vehicle, the amount of available

seating and load carry capacity of

cargo and luggage load capacity is

your vehicle.

650 lbs/295 kg (since 5 x 150/68 =

• For the following example, the

750/340, and 1,400/635- 750/340 =

combined weight of occupants and

650 lbs/295 kg).

cargo should never exceed

• Determine the combined weight of

865 lbs/392 kg.

luggage and cargo being loaded on

the vehicle. That weight may not

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Occupants

Combined weight

MINUS

Combined Occupant's

AVAILABLE Cargo/

of Occupants and

weight (1, 2, 3, etc.)

Luggage and Trailer

Cargo from Tire

Tongue weight

TOTAL

FRONT

REAR

Label

EXAMPLE 1

1: 200 lbs/91 kg

2: 130 lbs/59 kg

3: 160 lbs/72 kg

865 lbs/392 kg

minus

4: 100 lbs/45 kg

195 lbs/88 kg

5: 80 lbs/37 kg

TOTAL WEIGHT:

670 lbs (304 kg)

EXAMPLE 2

1: 210 lbs/95 kg

2: 180 lbs/82 kg

865 lbs/392 kg

minus

3: 150 lbs/68 kg

325 lbs/147 kg

TOTAL WEIGHT:

540 lbs/245 kg

EXAMPLE 3

1: 200 lbs/91 kg

2: 200 lbs/91 kg

865 lbs/392 kg

minus

465 lbs/211 kg

TOTAL WEIGHT:

400 lbs/182 kg

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Tires

Department of Transportation

Traction Grades

Driving over rough or damaged road

Uniform Tire Quality Grades

The Traction grades, from highest to

surfaces, as well as debris, curbs and

lowest, are AAA, A, B, and C. These

The following tire grading categories

other obstacles can cause serious

grades represent the tire's ability to

were established by the National

damage to wheels, tires, and

stop on wet pavement, as measured

Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

suspension parts.

under controlled conditions on

The specific grade rating assigned by

This is more likely to occur with

specified government test surfaces of

the tire's manufacturer in each

low-profile tires, which provide less

asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C

category is shown on the sidewall of

cushioning between the wheel and

may have poor traction performance.

the tires on your vehicle.

the road.

All passenger car tires must conform

Be careful to avoid road hazards and

to Federal safety requirements in

reduce your speed, especially if your

addition to these grades.

WARNING!

vehicle is equipped with low profile

The traction grade assigned to this

tires.

Treadwear

tire is based on straight-ahead

The Treadwear grade is a comparative

braking traction tests, and does not

rating, based on the wear rate of the

include acceleration, cornering,

WARNING!

tire when tested under controlled

hydroplaning, or peak traction

Overloading of your tires is

conditions on a specified government

characteristics.

dangerous. Overloading can cause tire

test course. For example, a tire graded

failure, affect vehicle handling, and

150 would wear one and one-half

Temperature Grades

increase the stopping distance. Use

times as well on the government

The temperature grades are A (the

tires of the recommended load

course as a tire graded 100. The

highest), B, and C, representing the

capacity for your vehicle. Never

relative performance of tires depends

tire's resistance to the generation of

overload them.

upon the actual conditions of their

heat and its ability to dissipate heat,

use, however, and may depart

when tested under controlled

significantly from the norm due to

conditons on a specified indoor

variations in driving habits, service

laboratory test wheel. Sustained high

practices, and differences in road

temperature can cause the material of

characteristics and climate.

the tire to degenerate and reduce tire

life, and excessive temperature can

lead to sudden tire failure.

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The grade C corresponds to a level of

Radial tires fitted on the vehicle may

• Always drive with each tire inflated

performance, which all passenger car

look properly inflated even when they

to the recommended cold tire

tires must meet under the Federal

actually are under inflated. Do not

inflation pressure.

Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.

make a visual judgment when

109. Grades B and A represent higher

determining proper inflation.

Economy

levels of performance on the

Three primary driving aspects are

Improper inflation pressures may cause

laboratory test wheel, than the

affected by improper tire pressure:

uneven wear patterns to develop

minimum required by law.

across the tire tread. These abnormal

Safety

wear patterns will reduce tread life

resulting in a need for earlier tire

replacement. Under-inflation also

WARNING!

increases tire rolling resistance

The temperature grade for this tire is

• Improperly inflated tires are

resulting in higher fuel consumption.

established for a tire that is properly

dangerous and can cause collisions.

inflated and not overloaded. Excessive

Ride comfort and vehicle stability

• Under-inflation increases tire flexing

speed, under-inflation, or excessive

Proper tire inflation contributes to a

and can result in tire overheating

loading, either separately or in

comfortable ride. Over-inflation

and failure.

combination, can cause heat buildup

produces a jarring and uncomfortable

and possible tire failure.

• Over-inflation reduces a tire's ability

ride.

to cushion shock. Objects on the

Tire Pressure Checkup

road and chuckholes can cause

Tire Pressure

damage that results in tire failure.

The proper cold tire inflation pressure

Proper tire inflation pressure is

• Over-inflated or under-inflated tires

is indicated on the driver's side rear

essential for safety and best

can affect vehicle handling and can

door pillar.

performance of your vehicle. The tire

fail suddenly, resulting in loss of

Inflation pressure specified on the

pressure monitoring system “TPMS”

vehicle control.

label always refers to “cold tire

setup on the vehicle (see “Tire Pressure

inflation pressure”. Cold tire inflation

Monitoring System” in this section)

• Unequal tire pressures can cause

pressure is defined as the tire pressure

may alert the driver about insufficient

steering problems. You could lose

after the vehicle has not been driven

tire pressure even though the driver is

control of your vehicle.

for at least three hours, or driven less

responsible for checking regularly the

• Unequal tire pressures from one side

than 1 mi (1.6 km) after a three hour

tire pressure.

of the vehicle to the other can cause

period.

the vehicle to drift to the right or

left.

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Check tire pressures more often in

Tread Wear Indicators

case of significant outside

Tread wear indicators are in the

WARNING!

temperature changes, as tire pressure

original equipment tires to help you in

varies according to temperature

Tires and the spare tire (if equipped)

determining when your tires should

changes.

should be replaced after six years,

be replaced.

The pressure should be checked and if

regardless of the remaining tread.

These indicators are molded into the

necessary adjusted; tire wear and

Failure to follow this warning can

bottom of the tread grooves. They will

overall conditions should also be

result in sudden tire failure. You could

appear as bands when the tread depth

checked monthly. Tire pressures

lose control and have a collision

becomes 0.06 in (1.6 mm).

change by approximately 1 PSI (0.07

resulting in serious injury or death.

When the tread is worn to one of the

bar) per 12°F (7°C) of air temperature

tread wear indicators, the tire should

change. Keep this in mind when

Replacement Tires

be replaced.

checking tire pressure inside a garage,

In order to maintain high performance

especially in winter.

and safety level under all driving

Example: If garage temperature = 68°F

conditions, Maserati strongly

(20°C) and the outside temperature =

WARNING!

recommends to use tires equivalent to

32°F (0°C) then the cold tire inflation

The wet performance (aquaplaning

the originals in size, quality and

pressure should be increased by 3 PSI

resistance) will decrease

performance when replacement is

(0.21 bar) for every 12°F (7°C) for this

proportionally to the thickness of the

needed.

outside temperature condition.

tread.

See the “Tire and Loading

Tire pressure may increase from 2 to 6

Information” label on the driver’s side

PSI (0.13 to 0.4 bar) during operation.

Tires Durability

rear door pillar for the size

DO NOT reduce this normal pressure

The service life of a tire depends on

designation of your tire or see

build up or your tire pressure will be

various factors including, but not

“Technical Data” in section 8.

too low. After inspecting or adjusting

limited to:

The Load Index and Speed Symbol for

the tire pressure, always reinstall the

your tire will be found on the original

valve stem cap. This will prevent

• driving style;

equipment tire sidewall.

moisture and dirt from entering the

• tire pressure;

valve stem, which could damage the

• distance driven.

valve stem and the TPMS sensor

connected to it.

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NOTE:

the vehicle. This can cause

unpredictable handling and stress to

Maserati recommendes Maserati

CAUTION!

steering and suspension

Genuine Tires marked with “MGT”

components. You could lose control

Replacing original tires with tires of a

logo specifically designed for its

and have a collision resulting in

different size may result in false

models.

serious injury or death. Use only the

speedometer and odometer readings.

It is recommended to replace the two

tire and wheel sizes with load

front tires or two rear tires as a pair.

ratings appointed for your vehicle.

Winter Tires

Replacing just one tire can seriously

• Never use a tire with a smaller load

These tires are specially designed for

affect your vehicle’s handling.

index or capacity, other than what

driving on snow and ice and are fitted

If you ever replace a wheel assembly,

was originally equipped on your

to replace the ones supplied with the

make sure that the wheel’s

vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller

vehicle. Winter or All season tires can

specifications (valve, TPMS sensor and

load index could result in tire

be identified by the M+S (Mud &

tire) match those of the original

overloading and failure. You could

Snow) or 3PMSF (3 Peaks Mountain

wheels. Failure to use equivalent

lose control and have a collision.

Snow Flake) designation on the tire

replacement tires may adversely affect

• Always check the maximum speed

sidewall.

the safety, handling, and ride of your

rating on the tire sidewall on any

Before mounting snow tires, contact

vehicle.

tire on the vehicle.

the Authorized Maserati Dealer to

The Authorized Maserati Dealer is

receive the technical information

available to provide suggestions as to

• Never exceed the maximum speed

necessary to advise you on wheel and

the types of tires most suited to the

rating of the tires. Risk of accident

tire compatibility.

use foreseen by the Customer.

and serious pesonal injury due to

Use snow tires only in sets of four.

excessive speed.

As to the type of tires to use, inflation

• Failure to equip your vehicle with

pressures and winter tires

WARNING!

tires having adequate speed

specifications, carefully follow the

• Do not use a tire, wheel size or

capability can result in sudden tire

indications as reported in the

rating other than that specified for

failure and loss of vehicle control.

“Technical Data” and “Tire Inflation

your vehicle. Some combinations of

Pressure” chapters in section 8.

unapproved tires and wheels may

The features of these tires are

change suspension dimensions and

markedly reduced in winter when

performance characteristics,

tread depth is less than 0.16 in (4 mm).

resulting in altered steering,

In this case, they should be replaced.

handling, and braking operations of

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The specific features of winter tires

Snow Chains

• Avoid holes in the road, do not drive

lead to lower performance under

over steps or sidewalks and do not

The use of snow chains is specified by

normal weather conditions or on long

drive on long stretches without

local regulations of each country.

highway trips, compared to the

snow. This will prevent damage to

Use snow chains of reduced

standard tires. Therefore, their use

the vehicle and the roadbed.

dimensions, with a maximum

should be limited to the performance

projection of 0.23 in (6 mm) beyond

for which they have been

NOTE:

the tire tread.

type-approved.

The chains may be fitted only on 19”

Maserati provides on request spider

NOTE:

driving wheel tires.

version snow chains especially

Check the chain tension after driving

developed for this vehicle. This chains

For the correct use and replacement of

for a distance of about 55 yd (50 m)

are easy to be fitted and can be

winter tires, refer to the instructions

with the chains fitted.

removed quickly without damaging

for normal tires.

With the chains fitted, it is advisable

the wheel rims. The Authorized

to deactivate the ESC system (see

Maserati Dealer can provide you with

chapter “Automatic Transmission” in

all information about the “Maserati

WARNING!

this section).

Spider Version Snow Chains”, available

in the Genuine Accessories range.

The standard tires profile and rubber

mixture are optimized for wet and dry

CAUTION!

driving conditions. Standard tires may

Compact Spare Tire

not prove favorable for snow

• Broken chains can cause serious

The limited-use spare tire, or

conditions: install snow tires before

damage. Stop the vehicle

compact-spare tire, is for temporary

driving in such conditions to avoid

immediately if noise occurs that

emergency use only.

risk of loss of control and damage to

could indicate chain breakage.

This tire is identified by a label

the vehicle as well as serious personal

Remove the damaged parts of the

indicating the driving speed

injury.

chain before further use.

limitations to comply with when using

• Do not exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).

the spare tire.

NOTE:

• Drive cautiously and avoid severe

Keep it inflated to the cold tire

Snow tires should have the same load

turns and large bumps, especially

inflation pressure listed on your Tire

capacity as original equipment tires

with a loaded vehicle.

and Loading Information label located

and should be mounted on all four

on the driver’s side rear door pillar or

wheels.

in the table “Tire Inflation Pressure” in

section 8.

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Mounting the spare tire affects vehicle

maximum inflation pressure molded

Tire Pressure Monitoring

handling. Replace (or repair) as soon as

into the tire sidewall. Check “Tires -

System (TPMS)

possible the original equipment tire

General Information” in section 5 for

and reinstall it on the vehicle. Do not

information on how to properly inflate

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System

install more than one compact spare

the tires.

(TPMS) will warn the driver of a low

tire and wheel on the vehicle at a

The tire pressure will also increase as

tire pressure according to the vehicle

time.

the vehicle is driven - this is normal

recommended cold pressure indicated

and there is no adjustment required

on the label on the driver's side rear

when this occurs.

door pillar.

The TPMS will warn the driver of a low

WARNING!

tire pressure if the tire pressure falls

With these compact spare tires, do not

below the low-pressure warning limit

drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h).

for any reason, including low

Temporary use spares have limited

temperature effects and natural

tread life.

pressure loss of the tire.

The TPMS will continue to warn the

driver of low tire pressure as long as

the condition persists and will not turn

off until the tire pressure is equal or

above the recommended cold inflation

The tire pressure will vary with

pressure. Once the low tire pressure

temperature by about 1 PSI (0.07 bar)

warning light

illuminates, you must

for every 12°F (7°C). This means that

increase the tire pressure to the

when the outside temperature

recommended cold inflation pressure

decreases, the tire pressure will

in order for the TPMS light

to turn

decrease. Tire pressure should always

off. The system will automatically

be set based on cold inflation tire

update and the TPMS light

will turn

pressure. This is defined as the tire

off once the system acquires the

pressure after the vehicle has not been

correct tire pressure.

driven for at least three hours, or

The vehicle may need to be driven for

driven less than 1 mi (1.6 km) after a

up to 20 minutes above 15 mph

three hour period. The cold tire

(24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to

inflation pressure must not exceed the

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acquire and process the updated

sensor damage. Do not use

setting.

aftermarket tire sealants or balance

For example: Your vehicle (stationary

beads if your vehicle is equipped

for more than three hours) may have a

with a TPMS, as damage to the

recommended cold inflation pressure

sensors may result.

of 30 PSI (2.1 bar). If the ambient

• The system can temporarily

temperature is 68°F (20°C) and the

experience radio-electric

measured tire pressure is 27 PSI (1.8

interference emitted by devices

bar), a temperature drop to 12°F (7°C)

using similar frequencies.

will decrease the tire pressure to

• After inspecting or adjusting the tire

approximately 23 PSI (1.6 bar). This

pressure, always reinstall the valve

tire pressure is sufficiently low to turn

stem cap. This will prevent moisture

ON the TPMS Light

. Driving the

WARNING!

and dirt from entering the valve

vehicle may cause the tire pressure to

The TPMS warns the driver that the

stem and damage the TPMS internal

rise to approximately 27 PSI (1.8 bar),

tire pressure has decreased. This

sensor.

but the TPMS light

will stay lit. In

warning does not exempt the driver

this situation, the TPMS light

will

from periodically checking the tires

NOTE:

turn OFF only after the tires are

and from complying with the

• Driving on a significantly

inflated to the vehicle’s recommended

prescribed tire pressure levels.

underinflated tire causes the tire to

cold inflation pressure value.

overheat and may lead to tire

failure. Under-inflation also reduces

CAUTION!

fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and

• The TPMS has been optimized for

may affect the vehicle’s handling and

the original equipment tires and

stopping ability.

wheels. TPMS pressures and warning

• The TPMS is not a substitute for

have been established for the tire

proper tire maintenance, and it is

size equipped on your vehicle.

the driver’s responsibility to maintain

Undesirable system operation or

correct tire pressure using an

sensor damage may occur when

accurate tire pressure gage, even if

using replacement equipment that is

under-inflation has not reached the

not of the same size, type, and/or

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style. Aftermarket wheels can cause

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(Continued)

will automatically update, the graphic

level to trigger illumination of the

display in the instrument panel will

TPMS light

stop flashing, and the TPMS light

• Seasonal temperature changes will

will turn off. The vehicle may need

affect tire pressure, and the TPMS

to be driven for up to 20 minutes

will monitor the actual tire pressure

above 15 mph (24 km/h) in order for

in the tire.

the TPMS to acquire and process the

updated information.

Premium System

“Service Tire Pressure System”

Warning

The TPMS system uses wireless

technology with wheel rim mounted

The instrument cluster will also display

If a system fault is detected, the TPMS

electronic sensors to monitor tire

a screenshot reporting the pressure

light

will flash for 75 seconds and

pressure levels. Sensors mounted to

values of each tire with flashing low

then remain lit followed by a beeping

each wheel as part of the valve stem

pressure value.

sound. Therewith, the instrument

transmit tire pressure readings to the

cluster will display a "Service Tire

receiver module.

Pressure System" message for a

The TPMS consists of the following

minimum of five seconds and then

components:

display dashes (- -) in place of the

pressure value to indicate which sensor

• receiver module;

is ineffective.

• four TPMS sensors;

If the ignition switch is cycled, the

• various TPMS messages, which

sequence will repeat, in case the

display on the instrument cluster;

system fault still persists. If the system

• warning light

fault no longer exists, the TPMS light

will no longer flash, and the

Tire Pressure Low Warning

Should this occur, you should stop as

"Service Tire Pressure System" message

The TPMS light

will illuminate in

soon as possible and inflate the tire/s

will no longer display, and a pressure

the instrument cluster and an acoustic

with the low pressure (the one/s

value will display in place of the

signal will notify that tire pressure is

flashing in the instrument panel

dashes.

low in one or more of the four tires.

graphic) to the recommended cold

pressure inflation value indicated on

the label. Once the system receives the

updated tire pressure value, the system

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A system fault can occur due to any of

sound. In addition, the graphic in

the following:

the instrument cluster will still

display a flashing pressure value

• Signal interference due to electronic

corresponding to the compact tire

devices or driving next to facilities

position.

emitting the same radio frequencies

as the TPMS sensors.

• Installing aftermarket window

tinting that contains materials that

may block radio wave signals.

• Accumulation of snow or ice around

the wheels or wheel housings.

• Using tire chains on the vehicle.

• Using wheels/tires not equipped

with TPMS sensors.

The instrument cluster will also display

• After driving the vehicle for up to 20

a "Service Tire Pressure System"

minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h),

message for a minimum of five

the TPMS light

will flash for 75

seconds when a system fault related to

seconds and then remain lit. The

an incorrect sensor location fault is

instrument cluster will then display a

detected. In this case, the "Service Tire

"Service Tire Pressure System"

Pressure System" message is then

Vehicles with Compact Spare Tire

message for a minimum of five

followed with a graphic display with

• The compact spare tire does not

seconds and then displays dashes (--)

pressure values still shown. This

have a TPMS sensor. Therefore, the

in place of the pressure value.

indicates that the pressure values are

TPMS will not monitor the pressure

• Each subsequent ignition switch

still being received from the TPMS

of the compact spare tire.

cycle, will be followed by a beeping

sensors but they may not be located in

• If you replace a pneumatic having

sound, the TPMS light

will flash

the correct vehicle position. The

pressure below the low-pressure

for 75 seconds and then remain lit.

system still needs to be serviced as

warning limit, with the compact

The instrument cluster will then

long as the "Service Tire Pressure

spare tire, on the next ignition

display a "Service Tire Pressure

System" message is displayed.

switch cycle, the TPMS light

will

System" message for a minimum of

illuminate followed by a beeping

five seconds and subsequently

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displays dashes (--) in place of the

assemblies. After replacing all four

minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h). The

pressure value.

wheel and tire assemblies (road tires)

TPMS will chime, the TPMS light

with tires not equipped with Tire

will flash for 75 seconds and then

Pressure Monitoring System sensors,

turn off. The instrument cluster will

drive the vehicle for 20 minutes above

then display the “Service Tire Pressure

15 mph (24 km/h). The TPMS will

System” message. The instrument

chime, the TPMS light

will flash on

cluster will also display pressure values

and off for 75 seconds and then

in place of the dashes (--). On the next

remain on and the instrument cluster

ignition switch cycle the “Service Tire

will display the “Service Tire Pressure

Pressure System” message will no

System” message and then display

longer be displayed as long as no

dashes (--) in place of the pressure

system fault exists.

values. Beginning with the next

• Once you repair, replace or reinstall a

ignition switch cycle, the TPMS will no

tire with the compact spare tire, the

longer chime or display the “Service

TPMS will update automatically. The

Tire Pressure System” message in the

TPMS light

will turn OFF and the

instrument cluster but dashes (--) will

graphic in the instrument cluster will

remain in place of the pressure values.

display a new pressure value instead

of dashes (--), as long as no tire

pressure is below the low-pressure

warning limit in any of the four tires.

The vehicle may need to be driven

for up to 20 minutes above 15 mph

(24 km/h) in order for the TPMS to

acquire and process the updated

information.

TPMS Deactivation

The TPMS can be deactivated if

To reactivate the TPMS, replace all four

replacing all four tire rims with wheel

wheel and tire assemblies (road tires)

and tire assemblies free of TPMS

with tires equipped with TPMS sensors.

sensors, such as winter wheel and tire

Then, drive the vehicle for up to 20

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General Information

Fuel Requirements

Maserati recommends the use of

gasoline that meets the WWFC

This device complies with Part 15 of

The engines are designed to meet all

specifications if they are available.

the FCC rules and RSS 210 of Industry

environmental regulations and

Besides using unleaded gasoline with

Canada. Operation is subject to the

provide excellent fuel economy and

the proper octane rating, gasoline

following conditions:

performance when using unleaded

that contain detergents, anti-corrosion

• This device may not cause harmful

premium gasoline with an AKI octane

and stability additives are

interference.

rating of 91 or above. AKI (Anti Knock

recommended. Using gasoline that

• This device must accept any

Index) is an average on the Research

have these additives may help improve

interference received, including

Octane Number, RON, and the Motor

fuel economy, reduce emissions, and

interference that may cause

Octane Number, MON (RON + MON/2

maintain vehicle performance.

undesired operation.

gives you the AKI).

The TPMS sensors are regulated under

Light spark knock at low engine

one of the following licenses:

speeds is not harmful to your engine.

CAUTION!

However, continued heavy spark

The anti-pollution devices of the

United States

MRXC4W4MA4

knock at high speeds can cause

vehicle require unleaded fuel to be

Canada

2546-C4W4MA4

damage, and immediate service is

used at all times. Under no

required.

circumstance, not even in an

Poor quality gasoline can cause

emergency, should leaded fuel be

problems such as hard starting,

supplied to the fuel tank, not even a

stalling, and hesitation. If you

minimum quantity. This would

experience these symptoms, try

irreparably damage the catalytic

another brand of gasoline before

converters. An inefficient catalytic

considering service for the vehicle at

converter results in noxious exhaust

an Authorized Maserati Dealer.

emissions which damage the

Over 40 auto manufacturers

environment.

worldwide have issued and endorsed

consistent gasoline specifications (the

Reformulated Gasoline

World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC)

Many areas of the country require the

which define fuel properties necessary

use of cleaner burning gasoline,

to deliver enhanced emissions,

referred to as “Reformulated

performance, and durability for your

Gasoline”. Reformulated gasoline

vehicle.

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contains oxygenates and are

Problems that result from using

Materials Added to Fuel

specifically blended to reduce vehicle

gasoline containing Methanol or

All gasoline sold in the United States is

emissions and improve air quality.

gasoline containing more than 10%

required to contain effective

Maserati supports the use of

Ethanol are not the responsibility of

detergent additives. Use of additional

reformulated gasoline. Properly

Maserati and may not be covered

detergents or other additives is not

blended reformulated gasoline will

under warranty.

needed under normal conditions and

provide excellent performance and

MMT in Gasoline

they would result in additional cost.

durability of engine and fuel system

Therefore, you should not have to add

components.

MMT (Methylcyclopentadienyl

anything to the fuel.

Manganese Tricarbonyl) is a

Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends

manganese containing metallic

Fuel System Warnings

Some fuel suppliers blend unleaded

additive that is blended into some

gasoline with oxygenates such as

gasoline to increase octane.

Ethanol. Fuels blended with

Gasoline blended with MMT provides

WARNING!

oxygenates may be used in your

no performance advantage beyond

Follow these guidelines to maintain

vehicle.

gasoline of the same octane number

your vehicle's performance:

without MMT.

Maserati recommends gasoline

• The use of leaded gasoline is

CAUTION!

prohibited by Federal law. Using

without MMT to be used in your

DO NOT use gasoline containing

vehicle. The MMT content of gasoline

leaded gasoline can impair engine

Methanol or gasoline containing more

may not be indicated on the gasoline

performance and damage the

than 10% Ethanol. Use of these blends

pump; therefore, you should ask the

emissions control system.

may result in starting and driveability

gasoline station operator whether or

• An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel

problems, damage critical fuel system

not the gasoline contains MMT.

or ignition malfunctions can cause

components, cause emissions to exceed

It is even more important to look for

the catalytic converter to overheat. If

the applicable standard, and/or cause

gasoline without MMT in Canada,

you notice a pungent burning odor

the

Malfunction Indicator Light to

because MMT can be used at levels

or some light smoke, your engine

illuminate (see “Instrument Cluster” in

higher than those allowed in the

may be out of tune or

section 4). Pump labels should clearly

United States. MMT is prohibited in

malfunctioning and may require

communicate if a fuel contains greater

Federal and California reformulated

immediate service. Contact an

than 10% Ethanol.

gasoline.

Authorized Maserati Dealer for

assistance.

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the engine running for an extended

Refueling

• The use of fuel additives, which are

period. If the vehicle is stopped in

now being sold as octane enhancers,

an open area with the engine

To access the fuel filler neck, the filler

is not recommended. Most of these

running for more than a short

door must be unlocked. From outside

products contain high

period, adjust the ventilation system

the vehicle, this can only be done by

concentrations of methanol. Fuel

to force fresh, outside air into the

pressing the unlock

or the lock

system damage or vehicle

vehicle.

button on the key fob RKE

performance problems resulting

transmitter, in the same way as if

• Guard against carbon monoxide

from the use of such fuels or

opening or closing the doors. If any of

with proper maintenance. Have the

additives is not the responsibility of

the door lock controls is pressed from

exhaust system inspected every time

Maserati.

inside the vehicle, the filler door will

the vehicle is raised. Have any

still remain open to allow refueling.

abnormal conditions repaired

NOTE:

Once the fuel filler door is unlocked,

promptly. Until repaired, drive with

proceed as follows:

International tampering with the

all side windows fully open.

emissions control system can result in

• Press the indicated area on the filler

civil penalties being assessed against

door, which is located on the rear

you.

left side of the vehicle: the filler

door will open completely. There is

Carbon Monoxide Warnings

no fuel filler cap. A flapper door

inside the filler seals the system.

• Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the

filler - the nozzle opens and holds

WARNING!

the flapper door while refueling.

Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust

gases is deadly. Follow the

precautions below to prevent carbon

monoxide poisoning:

• Do not inhale exhaust gases. They

contain carbon monoxide, a

colorless and odorless gas, which

can kill. Never run the engine in a

closed area, such as a garage, and

never sit in a parked vehicle with

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NOTE:

• To avoid the risk of inhaling noxious

fumes, do not breathe close to the

Only the correct size nozzle opens the

CAUTION!

fuel filler door, when opened.

latches allowing the flapper door on

To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling,

the fuel filler to open.

• Never have any smoking materials lit

do not “top off” the fuel tank after

in or near the vehicle when the fuel

filling.

filler door is open or the tank is

being filled.

Emergency refueling funnel

• Never add fuel when the engine is

A funnel is provided (in the trunk in

running. This violates most anti-fire

the tool box container) for emergency

regulations and may cause the

refueling with a gas can.

malfunction indicator light

turn on (see “Instrument Cluster” in

section 4).

Fill the vehicle with fuel. Fuel tank

capacity is indicated in the “Refillings”

table in section 8.

When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts

off, the fuel tank is basically full: it is

possible to further refuel by enabling

the fuel nozzle additional fuel supply

until twofold clicks. After the two

additional clicks, the amount of fuel

allowed by the system is very low, we

recommend therefore not to persist

further.

Wait approximately 10 seconds before

removing the fuel nozzle in order to

ensure completed supply of residual

WARNING!

fuel and restrict the risk of fouling the

• To avoid the risk of fire, do not

fuel filler door area.

approach the filler with open flames

Remove the fuel nozzle and close the

or cigarettes!

fuel filler door.

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• Pull the release cable moderately to

Driving Conditions

avoid its possible break. It's not

WARNING!

possible to feel or hear the

Before the Trip

A fire may result if gasoline is pumped

unlocking of the fuel filler door

Check the following at regular

into a portable container that is inside

actuator.

intervals and always before long trips:

of a vehicle. You could be burned.

Always place gas containers on the

• tire pressure and condition;

ground and outside the vehicle while

• levels of fluids and lubricants;

filling.

• conditions of the windshield wiper

blades;

Emergency Fuel Filler Door

• clean the glass on the external light

Release

and all other glass surfaces;

If you are unable to unlock the fuel

• proper operation of the warning

filler door using the key fob RKE

lights and of the external lights.

transmitter, then use the fuel filler

door emergency release fitted in the

• Then open normally the fuel filler

CAUTION!

trunk.

door.

It is however advisable to perform

• Open the trunk (see “To enter the

these checks at least every 600 mi

Trunk” in section 2).

(1,000 km) and always following the

• Lift the access cover on the left side

maintenance schedule reported in

of the trunk compartment.

section 7.

Before you drive:

• adjust seat position, steering wheel,

adjustable pedals (if equipped with)

and rear-view mirrors in order to

have the best driving position;

• ensure that nothing (mat covers,

etc.) is obstructing the pedals

movement;

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• carefully arrange and secure any

Safe Driving

the eyes. If they are too high, they

objects in the trunk, to prevent them

may bother other drivers.

Although the vehicle is equipped with

to move forward in case of sudden

• Use the high beams only outside of

active and passive safety devices, the

stops;

densely-populated areas and when

driver's conduct is always a decisive

• avoid drinking alcohol.

you are sure that they will not

factor for road safety.

disturb other drivers.

Some simple rules for traveling safely

in different conditions are listed

• When another vehicle is

WARNING!

below. Some of them will probably

approaching, switch from high

Beyond being prohibited by law, it is

already sound familiar but, in any case,

beams (if on) to low beams.

extremely dangerous to ride inside the

it would be useful to read them

• Keep lights and headlights clean.

trunk or on the front lid. In the event

carefully.

• Beware of animals crossing the road.

of an accident, passengers sitting

Driving at Night

Driving in the Rain

there are more exposed to the risk of

serious injury. Passengers must only

The main guidelines to follow when

Rain and wet roads are dangerous. On

travel seated in the vehicle seats, with

driving at night are set out below.

a wet road all maneuvers are more

the seat belts fastened. Always check

• Drive carefully. Night conditions

difficult since wheel grip on the

asphalt is significantly reduced. This

that the driver and all passengers

demands more focus and attention.

have the seat belts correctly fastened.

means that braking distances increase

• Reduce your speed, especially on

considerably and road grip decreases.

roads with no streetlights.

Some advice for driving in the rain are

• Stop at early signs of drowsiness.

listed below.

Continuing to drive would be a risk

for yourself and for others. Have a

• Reduce your speed and keep a

rest before continuing your trip.

greater safety distance from the

vehicles in front of you. High speed

• Keep the vehicle at a greater

may result in a loss of vehicle control.

distance from vehicles in front of you

than you would during the day: it is

• When driving on wet or slushy roads,

difficult to assess the speed of other

it is possible for a wedge of water to

vehicles when you only see the lights.

build up between the tire and road

surface. This is known as

• Check that the headlights are

aquaplaning and may cause partial

correctly adjusted: if they are too

or complete loss of vehicle control

low, they reduce visibility and strain

and stopping ability. To reduce this

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possibility: slow down if the road has

difficult and braking distances are

• When driving inside a tunnel in

standing water or puddles.

extended.

daylight turn on the low beams in

• Heavy rain substantially reduces

• Keep a safe distance from the

advance; avoid high beams and be

visibility. In these circumstances, even

vehicle in front of you.

aware of the rapid brightness

during the day, turn on the low

change. Avoid abrupt maneuvers

• Avoid sudden changes in speed as

beams, to be more visible to other

that could be dangerous for the

much as possible.

drivers.

following vehicle.

• Whenever possible, avoid

• Set the air conditioning and heating

• Never coast downhill with the

overtaking.

system controls on the demisting

engine off or in neutral.

• If you are forced to stop the vehicle

function, in order to avoid any

• Remember that passing other

(breakdowns, impossibility of

visibility problem.

vehicles when driving uphill is slower

proceeding due to poor visibility,

• Periodically check the conditions of

and thus requires more free distance

etc.), first of all, try to stop off of the

the windshield wiper blades.

on the road. If you are being

travel lane. Then turn on the hazard

overtaken on a hill, slow down and

• In low grip conditions use I C E

warning flashers and, if possible, the

allow the other vehicle to pass.

driving mode (see chapter

low beams.

“Automatic Transmission” in this

• Sound the horn rhythmically if you

Driving on Snow or Ice

section).

hear another vehicle approaching.

Please consider some general advice

Driving in Fog

for driving in these conditions, listed

below.

If the fog is dense, avoid traveling if

CAUTION!

possible.

• Maintain a very moderate speed.

Be aware that rear fog lights can

When driving in mist, blanket fog or

bother the drivers following your

• Fit snow chains or snow tires if the

when there is the possibility of banks

vehicle: when visibility is back to

road is covered with snow: see the

of fog, please consider some advices

normal, turn off these lights.

paragraphs “Tires - General

listed below.

Information” in this section.

• Keep a moderate speed.

Driving in the Mountains

• We recommend you to activate the

• Even in daytime, turn on the low

Mountain roads usually have many

I C E mode (see chapter “Automatic

beams, the rear fog lights. Do not

narrow turns and curves, tunnels and

Transmission” in this section).

use the high beams.

steep uphill or downhill slopes: please

• During the winter season, even

• Remember that fog creates

consider some advices listed below.

apparently dry roads can have icy

dampness on the asphalt and thus

sections. Be careful when crossing

• Drive at a moderate speed, avoid

any type of maneuver is more

bridges, viaducts and roads that

“cutting” corners.

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have little exposure to the sun and

Driving through Flooded

through it. Never drive through

are bordered by trees and rocks.

standing water that is deeper than

Sections

They may be icy.

the bottom of the tire rims mounted

Driving through more than a

• Keep an ample safe distance from

on the vehicle.

centimeter of deep shallow standing

the vehicles in front of you.

• Determine the condition of the road

water section will require extra

• Avoid sharp braking, sharp changes

or the path that is under water and if

caution to ensure passenger safety and

in direction and rapid acceleration.

there are any obstacles in the way

prevent damage to your vehicle.

Rapid acceleration on snow covered

before driving through the standing

or icy surfaces may cause the driving

water.

wheels to pull erratically to the right

• Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h) when

WARNING!

or left. This phenomenon occurs

driving through standing water. This

Do not drive on or across a road or

when there is a difference in the

will minimize wave effects.

path where water is flowing and/or

surface traction under the rear

• Driving through standing water may

rising (as in storm run-off). Flowing

(driving) wheels.

cause damage to your vehicle

water can wear away the road or path

drivetrain components. After driving

surface and cause your vehicle to sink

through standing water, do not drive

into deeper water. Furthermore,

WARNING!

if you are not sure about drivetrain

flowing and/or rising water can carry

Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces

condition. Such damage is not

your vehicle away swiftly. Failure to

is dangerous. Unequal traction can

covered by the New Vehicle

follow this warning may result in

cause sudden pulling of the rear

Warranty.

injuries that are serious or fatal to

driving wheels. You could lose control

• Getting water inside your vehicle

you, your passengers, and others

of the vehicle and possibly have a

engine can cause it to lock up and

around you.

collision. Accelerate slowly and

stall out, and cause serious internal

carefully whenever there is likely to be

Although your vehicle is capable of

damage to the engine. Such damage

poor traction (ice, snow, wet mud,

driving through shallow standing

is not covered by the New Vehicle

loose sand, etc.).

water, consider the following Caution

Warranty.

and Warning before doing so.

• After driving through standing water

always have the fluids (engine oil,

transmission oil, etc) checked for

CAUTION!

contaminations at an Authorized

• Always check the depth of the

Maserati Dealer.

standing water before driving

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WARNING!

• Driving through standing water

limits your vehicle traction

capabilities. Do not exceed 5 mph

(8 km/h) when driving through

standing water.

• Driving through standing water

limits your vehicle braking

capabilities, which increases

stopping distances. Therefore, after

driving through standing water,

drive slowly and lightly press on the

brake pedal several times to

progressively dry the brakes discs

and pads.

• Getting water inside your vehicle

engine can cause it to lock up and

stall out.

• Failure to follow these warnings

may result in injuries that are

serious or fatal to you, your

passengers, and others around you.

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Tool Kit

Hazard Warning Flashers

The tool kit and other first aid

The hazard warning flasher switch is

equipment are relocated in the trunk

located in the center of the dashboard

and are available by lifting the ground

under the MTC display.

coverage.

Press the switch to turn on the hazard

warning flashers to warn oncoming

traffic of an emergency. When these

lights illuminate, the turn signals, the

related warning lights on the

instrument cluster and the button start

Beside the tool kit the vehicle is also

flashing.

equipped with the following tools:

Press the switch a second time to turn

• compact spare wheel. The compact

off the hazard warning flashers.

spare wheel is fully provided with

This is an emergency warning system

electric compressor box, jack and

and it should not be used when the

tools for fitting the compact spare

vehicle is in motion. Use it when your

The tool kit includes following tools:

wheel, located inside the compact

vehicle is disabled and it is creating a

• 8/10 mm open end wrenches;

spare wheel itself;

safety hazard for other motorists.

• funnel for emergency supply.

When you must leave the vehicle to

• 13/17 mm open end wrenches;

seek assistance, the hazard warning

• double slot + cross-head screwdriver;

flashers will continue to operate even

• tow hook;

though the ignition is placed in the

• pincer for wheel stud caps extraction

OFF position.

(where provided);

• tool for electric parking brake

CAUTION!

actuator release.

• When the hazard warning flashers

are activated, the turn signals control

is disabled.

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ask people around you to put their

In the Event of an

• With extended use the hazard

cigarettes out.

warning flashers may wear down

Accident

• To extinguish fires, even small ones,

your battery.

It is important always to keep calm.

use a fire extinguisher, blankets,

sand or earth. Never use water.

• If not directly involved, stop at a safe

• In multiple accidents occurred on

distance of at least ten meters away

highways, particularly where

from the accident area.

visibility is poor, there is a high risk

• If on a highway, stop without

of being involved in other collisions.

obstructing the emergency lane and

Leave the vehicle immediately and

be especially careful if you need to

move away from the area.

exit the vehicle.

• Turn off the engine and switch on

In case of Injured Persons

the hazard lights.

• Never leave the injured person

• At night, illuminate the accident

alone.

area with the headlights.

• Do not crowd around injured

• Always act with caution to avoid the

persons.

risk of being crashed into by other

• Reassure the injured person that

drivers.

help is on the way and stay close to

• Indicate that an accident has

them to assist them to avoid possible

occurred by placing the emergency

panic attacks.

triangle (if foreseen) in a well visible

• Release or cut the seat belts

position and at the prescribed

restraining the injured persons.

distance.

• Do not give the injured persons

• Call the emergency services,

anything to drink.

providing as much information as

• Never move an injured person.

possible. On the highway, use the

• Remove the injured person from the

special call boxes.

vehicle only in an emergency

• Remove the ignition key (if present)

situation, e.g. if there is a risk of fire,

from the vehicles involved.

sinking in water or falling down into

• If fuel or other chemical products

a pit.

can be smelled, do not smoke and

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• When removing an injured person,

• Upon request, a potassium-based fire

Engine Overheating

do not pull his/her limbs, never bend

suppressor same size and weight as a

his/her head and, as far as possible,

standard electric torch can be

To reduce potentially overheating of

keep his/her body in a horizontal

included. It ensures an higher

the engine in city traffic, while

position.

effectiveness compared with

stationary, place the transmission in N

conventional 10-kilo (22 lb) fire

(Neutral), but do not increase the

Emergency Kit (for

extinguishers and preventing

engine idle speed.

versions/markets where

damage to hides and rugs.

NOTE:

provided)

There are steps that you can take to

The Emergency Kit provides first aid in

First Aid Kit

slow down an impending overheat

case of a car breakdown or any other

For versions/markets, where provided,

condition:

situation. The kit comes in a case on

a first aid kit is available in the trunk.

• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on,

the left side of the trunk.

This kit contains following:

turn it off. The A/C system adds heat

The kit includes the following

• sterile gauze to cover and clean the

to the engine cooling system and

elements:

wounds;

turning the A/C off can help remove

• emergency triangle;

• bandages of various sizes;

this heat.

• reflective emergency vest;

• treated adhesive bandages of various

• You can also turn the temperature

• luminescent pipes providing chemical

control to maximum heat, the mode

sizes;

lights;

control to floor and the blower

• an adhesive bandage strip;

• dynamo torch;

control to high. This allows the

• a pair of rounded-end scissors;

• First Aid Kit;

heater core to act as a supplement to

• gloves;

the radiator and aids in removing

• gloves;

• rescue blanket.

heat from the engine cooling system.

• ice scraper;

• box with spare lamps and fuses.

NOTE:

CAUTION!

• The items inside the kit could change

Driving with a hot cooling system

according to different countries'

could damage your vehicle. If the

regulations.

temperature gage reads “H” (refer to

“Instrument Cluster” in section 4), pull

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• It is recommended that the wheels

In case of a Punctured Tire

over and stop the vehicle. Idle the

of the vehicle be chocked, and that

vehicle with the air conditioner turned

The vehicle is equipped with a

no person should remain in a vehicle

off until the temperature gage drops

compact spare wheel.

that is being jacked.

back into the normal range. If the

• If the vehicle has been stopped on a

Using the Compact Spare

temperature gage remains on the

slope or an uneven surface, place

“H,” turn the engine off immediately

Wheel

chocks or other suitable items in

and contact the Authorized Maserati

The compact spare wheel is stored in

front of or behind the wheels to

Dealer.

the trunk and is supplied deflated in

stop the vehicle from moving.

order to limit the amount of space

• Never start or run the engine with

occupied. An electric compressor is

the vehicle on a jack.

also provided for inflating. In the

WARNING!

• No person should place any portion

event of a tire puncture, proceed as

You or others can be badly burned by

of their body under a vehicle that is

follows.

hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or

supported by a jack.

• Stop the vehicle in a place that does

steam from your radiator. If you see

not constitute a danger to traffic

or hear steam coming from under the

• Lift the ground coverage of the

and where the wheel can be

engine lid, do not open it until the

trunk.

changed safely. The vehicle must be

radiator has had time to cool.

• Remove the tool kit.

level and on firm ground.

Never try to open a coolant pressure

cap (refer to “Maintenance

• Select the P (Park) mode and then

Procedures” in section 7) when the

engage manually the electric

radiator is overheated.

parking brake and move the ignition

switch to OFF position.

• If necessary, turn the hazard warning

flashers on and place the warning

triangle at the required distance.

WARNING!

• Take the tools for changing the

• The jack should be used on level

wheel from the container.

firm ground wherever possible.

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• a telescopic wrench with rubber

coated handle for unscrewing/

tightening the wheel bolts;

• an adapter to be fitted to the

wrench for the wheel nuts;

• a jack.

• Lift the compressor cover and

remove the hose with the pressure

gage and the cable with a plug for

the power outlet.

• Unscrew and pull out the locking

• Unscrew the valve cap of the

wheel knob.

compact spare wheel and screw the

CAUTION!

fitting of the inflation hose onto the

valve.

• In order to obtain a more accurate

• Insert the plug in one of the

reading, the compressor should be

available power outlets fitted in the

switched off when checking the tire

trunk or cabin.

pressure of the compact spare wheel

on the pressure gage.

• Turn the compressor on by pressing

the switch.

• Do not run the compressor for more

than 20 minutes: there is a risk it

• Stop the compressor pressing switch

could overheat. Also, prolonged

again, when the pressure indicated

power absorption may discharge the

by the gage reaches the

battery, subsequently preventing the

• Take the container and the compact

recommended level (see “Tire

engine from starting.

spare wheel out of the trunk.

Inflation Pressure” in section 8) and

screw the cap on the compact spare

• The compressor has been designed

Container inserted in the compact

wheel valve.

exclusively to inflate compact spare

spare wheel contains:

wheels; do not use it to inflate air

• an electric compressor, complete

mattresses, dinghies etc.

with pressure gage and fitting for

inflating the compact spare wheel;

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• Fit the adapter on the wrench.

• Completely unscrew the five bolts

it with the five bolts previously

Extend the wrench as shown, then

and remove the wheel. In case a

removed.

loosen by approximately one turn,

“Wheel Security Stud Bolt” is

• Turn the lever of the jack to lower

the five bolts on the wheel to be

installed, it can only be removed by

the vehicle and remove the jack.

changed.

using the specific fitting wrench

• Fully tighten the bolts, alternately

provided with “Wheel Security Stud

tightening diametrically opposite.

Bolt Kit”, available in the Genuine

Accessories range.

• Fit the compact spare wheel with the

valve stem facing outward, securing

• Place the jack near the wheel to be

changed as illustrated.

• Make sure that the head of the jack

is correctly inserted in one of the

slots beneath the sole bar.

WARNING!

The lifted vehicle may fall and

damage the vehicle's body if the jack

is not positioned correctly.

• Turn the jack lever until the wheel is

raised a few centimeters off the

ground.

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In an Emergency

will be compromised. Avoid

• Fully tighten the bolts, alternately

accelerating to full speed, heavy

tightening diametrically opposite.

braking and fast cornering.

• The compact spare wheel must be

inflated to the recommended tire

pressure (see “Tire Inflation

Pressure” in section 8).

• For safety reasons, it is absolutely

forbidden to drive with more than

one compact spare wheel fitted on

the vehicle.

• Snow chains cannot be fitted on the

WARNING!

compact spare wheel.

To avoid the risk of forcing the vehicle

off the jack, do not tighten the wheel

• The spare wheel can travel a

bolts fully until the vehicle has been

maximum of 1,800 mi (3,000 km).

WARNING!

lowered. Failure to follow this

Observe the tightening torque for the

warning may result in personal injury.

To Refit the Standard Wheel with

bolts securing the wheels (72.3 ±

Repaired or Replaced Tire

7 lb/ft / 98 ± 10 Nm). This is equivalent

• Following the procedure and the

to a load of approximately 44 lb

caution described above, raise the

(20 kg) being placed on the handle of

WARNING!

vehicle and remove the compact

the wrench supplied when extended

• The spare wheel is narrower than

spare wheel reusing the supplied

for use.

standard wheels and must only be

wrench with adapter, suitably

Once finished:

used to travel the distance required

extended.

to reach a service station, where the

• completely deflate the compact

• Fit the standard wheel with the

punctured tire can be repaired or

spare wheel by pressing on the valve

repaired or replaced tire.

replaced.

with the overhang of the valve cap;

• Tighten the original bolts on the

• place the compact spare wheel and

• Do not exceed a maximum speed of

wheel.

tool container in the trunk;

50 mph (80 km/h) when using the

• Lower the vehicle and remove the

compact spare wheel; when this

• fix everything in place with the

jack.

limit is exceeded, the stability, road

locking knob;

holding and braking of the vehicle

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In an Emergency

Emergency Release of the

Parking Brake

In the event the electric parking brake

locks due to a total system failure (see

“Parking Brake” in section 5), you

need to release the parking brake by

following one of the two following

procedures in order to operate the

vehicle.

• place the compressor, the jack, the

• Lift the flap of the floor covering as

Manual Release

wrench and the adapter in the

indicated.

container inside the compact spare

To manually release the parking brake,

wheel;

it is necessary to use the special tool

provided with the toolkit placed in the

trunk (see “Tool Kit” in this section).

• Remove the underneath

sound-absorbing layer, leveraging

• reposition the tool kit;

the two side grips.

• lower the ground coverage at the

bottom of the trunk.

To release the brake manually, open

the trunk lid (see “To enter the Trunk”

in section 2) and proceed as follows:

• Lift the front edge of the boot

carpet releasing the two buttons

indicated and fold it back.

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In an Emergency

Release after Battery

Disconnection

The following maneuver does not

allow the full release of the parking

brake but still allows for the vehicle to

move, as e.g. to load it on rescue

vehicles.

• Within 3 minutes after power off

(ignition device OFF), reconnect the

battery.

• Remove the rubber inspection cover

• Insert the hex tip of the flexible part

by pulling its tab in order to locate

of the special tool, inside the

• Turn the ignition switch in RUN

the actuator that controls the lock

disclosed section.

position.

and unlock system of the parking

• Turn the handle of the special tool

• Press the brake pedal by

brake.

clockwise until release.

simultaneously raising the EPB

control for 5 seconds: the brake

cables will loosen enabling the

vehicle to be moved.

WARNING!

After each emergency release, the

warning light and related

break-down message will light up and

display on the instrument cluster. The

electric parking brake system remains

• Remove the protective cap by

• Remove the special tool from its seat

inefficient and must be repaired by

unscrew it counterclockwise using

and seal with the cap.

the Authorized Maserati Dealer to

the hexagonal socket end of the

• Reassemble all parts removed for this

resume operation.

special tool.

operation.

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In an Emergency

Transmission Manual

Freeing the Stuck Vehicle

Release of P (Park)

If your vehicle is stuck in mud, sand, or

Position

snow, it can probably be moved by a

simple rocking motion.

The manual disengagement of the

Steer the wheel right and left to clear

shift from P (Park) has the purpose to

the area around the front wheels.

allow pushing or towing the vehicle if

Shift then between D (Drive) or M

not normally possible using the shift

(Manual) and R (Reverse) (see chapter

lever (such as inability to start the

“Automatic Transmission” in section

engine).

5). Shifting to M (Manual), try to free

• Slip the lace from its seat.

The current device is exclusively

the car starting in second gear. At low

intended for emergency situations.

• With the tip of a screwdriver press

speed motion of the vehicle, you can

the clip shown in the picture box

switch quickly from D (Drive) to R

and lift the lace up to release the

(Reverse), and vice versa, just by

transmission from the P (Park)

WARNING!

pressing the release button on the

position. The new position will allow

Always secure your vehicle by fully

shift lever.

vehicle towing.

applying the parking brake, before

For more effectiveness press lightly on

• Release the parking brake only when

activating the manual park release.

the accelerator pedal in order to avoid

the vehicle is securely connected to a

Activating the manual park release

driving wheel slippage.

tow vehicle.

will allow your vehicle to roll away if

If unable to release the vehicle in one

it is not secured by the parking brake.

of the previously described ways,

Activating the manual park release on

enter the low grip driving mode, by

an unsecured vehicle could lead to

pressing the I C E, and completely

serious injury or death for those in or

exclude the yaw and slip control

around the vehicle.

system, by pressing the

button for 2

seconds. Moving the shift lever

The lace that allows the emergency

between D (Drive) and R (Reverse) to

manual park release is located on the

start.

left part of the driver’s foot well.

Notes for AWD vehicle models

• Lift the mat on the driver side to

On these vehicles slippage produced

access the lace.

by low grip conditions, automatically

activates the AWD mode. Using the

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In an Emergency

drive mode M (Manual), the insertion

NOTE:

Auxiliary Jump-Start

of AWD will happen immediately

When using a portable battery booster

Procedure

when engaging a forward gear.

pack, follow the battery

If your vehicle has a discharged battery

manufacturer’s operating instructions

it can be jump-started using a set of

and precautions.

CAUTION!

jumper cables and a battery of another

Racing the engine or spinning the

vehicle or by using a portable battery

drive wheels may lead to transmission

booster. It is necessary to have proper

CAUTION!

overheating and failure. Allow the

jumper cables in order to connect the

engine to idle with the shift lever in N

• To jump start a vehicle do not use a

booster battery to the remote posts of

(Neutral) for at least one minute after

portable battery booster pack or any

the discharged battery. Booster cables

every five rocking-motion cycles. This

other booster source with a system

have usually positive and negative

will minimize overheating and reduce

voltage greater than 12 Volts or

terminal clamps and are identified by a

the risk of transmission failure during

damage to the battery, starter motor,

different from the sheath color (red =

prolonged efforts to free a stuck

alternator or electrical system of the

positive, black = negative). Maserati

vehicle.

vehicle with the dead battery may

provides on request jumper cables

occur.

created for its models and content in a

pratical case.

• Do not use a battery charger for

emergency starting under any

WARNING!

NOTE:

circumstances. You could damage the

Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.

The Authorized Maserati Dealer can

electronic systems, particularly the

Forces generated by excessive drive

provide you with information about

control units managing the ignition

wheel speeds may cause damage, or

the “Maserati Jumper Cables Kit”,

and fuel supply functions.

even failure, of the drivetrain and

available in the Genuine Accessories

tires. A tire could explode and injure

range.

someone. Do not spin your vehicle's

wheels continuously without stopping

Jump-starting can be dangerous if

WARNING!

when you are stuck and do not let

done improperly so please follow the

• Do not attempt jump-starting if the

anyone near a spinning wheel, no

procedures in this section carefully.

discharged battery is frozen. It could

matter what the speed.

rupture or explode during jump start

and cause personal injury.

(Continued)

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In an Emergency

(Continued)

Battery Remote Posts Position

Jump-Start Procedure

• Do not carry out this procedure if

For easier operation, remote battery

you have not done it before:

posts for jumpstarting are located in

incorrect maneuvers can originate

the engine compartment while the

WARNING!

high electrical discharges and even

battery is stored in the trunk.

• Stay clear of the radiator cooling fan

cause the battery to explode.

Open the engine lid (see “Open and

whenever the engine lid is raised. It

• To avoid the risk of explosion or fire,

Close the Engine Lid” in section 2) the

can start anytime the ignition switch

do not approach the battery with

positive remote post (+) and the

is on. You can be injured by the

open flames or cigarettes that could

negative remote post (-) are easily

moving fan blades.

generate sparks.

recognizable by the icons labeled on

• Remove any metal jewelry such as

the integrated power module.

watch bands or bracelets that might

NOTE:

make an inadvertent electrical

If you need to disconnect the battery

contact. You could be seriously

from the vehicle electrical system, see

injured.

“Maintenance - Free Battery” in

• Do not allow the vehicles involved

section 7).

in the jumpstarting operation to

touch each other as this could

establish a ground connection and

cause personal injury.

• Turn off the heater, radio, and all

unnecessary electrical accessories.

• Set the parking brake, shift the

automatic transmission into P (Park)

and turn the ignition to OFF.

• If using another vehicle to jumpstart

the battery, park the vehicle within

the jumper cables reach and set the

parking brake and make sure the

ignition is OFF.

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In an Emergency

• Connect one terminal clamp of the

• Disconnect the terminal clamp of the

positive jumper cable to the positive

positive jumper cable from the

(+) remote post of the discharged

remote positive (+) post of the

vehicle after lifting the protection

discharged vehicle.

cap of the cable indicated on the

NOTE:

external side of the integrated

power module.

If frequent jump-starting is required to

start your vehicle you should have the

battery and charging system inspected

at an Authorized Maserati Dealer

center.

• Start the engine in the vehicle that

has the booster battery, let the

engine idle a few minutes, and then

start the engine in the vehicle with

the discharged battery. If using a

portable battery booster, wait a few

seconds after connecting the cables,

before starting the booster vehicle.

• Connect the opposite terminal clamp

Once the engine is started, remove the

of the positive (+) jumper cable to

jumper cables in the reverse sequence.

the positive (+) post of the booster

battery.

• Disconnect one terminal clamp of the

• Connect one terminal clamp of the

negative (-) jumper cable from the

negative jumper cable to the

remote negative (-) post of the

negative (-) post of the booster

vehicle with the discharged battery.

battery.

• Disconnect the opposite terminal

• Connect the opposite terminal clamp

clamp of the negative jumper cable

of the negative (-) jumper cable to

from the negative (-) post of the

the remote negative (-) post of the

booster battery.

vehicle with the discharged battery

• Disconnect one terminal clamp of the

as rendered.

positive (+) jumper cable from the

positive (+) post of the booster

battery.

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In an Emergency

Towing a Disabled Vehicle

accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)

Vehicle Towing Conditions

while being towed, the ignition

Maserati does not recommend that

Proper towing or lifting equipment is

must be in RUN position, do not use

you tow this vehicle on a tow dolly as

required to prevent damage to your

the ACC position.

vehicle damage may occur. Instead, it

vehicle. Use only towing bars and

is recommended to tow your vehicle

other equipment designed for the

CAUTION!

with all four wheels off the ground

purpose, following equipment

using a flatbed.

manufacturer’s instructions.

Your vehicle is equipped with tow

If flatbed equipment is not available,

Safety chains are mandatory.

eyes, which are mounted in the front

and the transmission is still operable, a

Securely attach a towing bar or other

and the rear. Tow eyes are for

RWD vehicle may be flat towed (with

towing device to main structural

emergency use only, for example to

all four wheels on the ground) under

members of the vehicle, not to

rescue a vehicle stranded off road. Do

the following conditions.

bumpers or associated brackets.

not use tow eyes for tow truck

Make sure you comply with local

hookup as you could damage your

• The shift lever must be in N

towing regulations.

vehicle.

(Neutral).

• If the vehicle's battery is discharged,

• The distance to be traveled must not

Manual Release of

exceed 30 mi (50 km).

refer to the following paragraph on

how to shift the automatic

Transmission and Parking

• The towing speed must not exceed

transmission out of the P (Park)

Brake

30 mph (50 km/h).

position and release the parking

In order to push or tow the vehicle if

brake.

unable to shift the transmission out of

CAUTION!

• If the vehicle battery is still charged,

P (Park) (such as a discharged battery),

AWD vehicle can be towed with both

turn off the engine and disengage

a manual park release is available. In

axles on the ground without

the parking brake manually (if

this case it is necessary to manually

limitations, single axle towing is

automatically engaged) by using the

release the shift lever and the parking

forbidden as can seriously damage

command behind the shift lever (see

brake by applying the emergency

torque driver of AWD system.

“Parking Brake” chapter in section

procedure (see “Parking Brake” in

5). Shift then manually the

section 5).

If the transmission is not operable, or

transmission out of P (Park) as

Follow the steps as indicated in

the RWD vehicle must be towed faster

described in “Transmission Manual

“Transmission Manual Release of P

than 30 mph (50 km/h) or farther than

Release of P (Park) Position” chapter

(Park) Position” in this section to

30 mi (50 km) (for example on a

of this section. If you need to use the

manually disengage the transmission.

highway), tow with the rear driving

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In an Emergency

wheels off the ground and on a

platform of a rescue vehicle, or with

the rear wheels raised using a wheel

lift.

CAUTION!

If you have to tow the RWD vehicle

with 2 wheels raised, ensure that the

ignition switch is in the OFF position. If

this is not observed, when the ESC is

NOTE:

active, the ECU will store a

malfunction and the relative warning

Maximum work angle of towing cable:

light

will illuminate on the

15°.

instrument cluster display. This

requires the intervention of the

Authorized Maserati Dealer to reset

the system.

Use tow hook of the tool kit

The tow hook is contained in the tool

kit (see “Tool Kit” in this section) and

must be screwed in its seat accessible

behind the front grille, right-hand

side.

Carefully clean the threaded seat

before tightening the hook.

Screw the tow hook into its seat for

approximately 11 turns.

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Maintenance and Care

(19,200 km) after the last oil change

Scheduled Maintenance

was performed.

Service

CAUTION!

Have your vehicle serviced as soon as

The Scheduled Maintenance services

possible, within 500 mi (800 km).

Correct maintenance is clearly the best

are prescribed by the Maserati. Failure

way to ensure vehicle performance

NOTE:

to have the services carried out may

and safety features, ensure respect for

• The oil change indicator message will

affect your warranty.

the environment and low operating

not monitor the time (only mileage)

costs.

The Scheduled Maintenance service is

elapsed from the last oil change.

provided by the Authorized Maserati

Change your vehicles oil if it has

NOTE:

Dealer. If further replacements or repairs

been 1 year since your last oil

Also remember that the strict

are found to be necessary when a service

change, even if the oil change

observance of the maintenance

is performed in addition to the scheduled

indicator message will NOT display

procedures is essential for keeping

operations, these can be carried out only

on the instrument cluster.

your vehicle operating properly. Not

with the specific consent of the Customer.

• Change your engine oil more often if

adhering to the Maintenance Schedule

you drive your vehicle off-road for an

can impact your vehicle’s warranty.

extended period of time or short

CAUTION!

Maserati has therefore provided for a

trips without reaching operation

You are advised to notify the

series of checks and maintenance

temperature.

Authorized Maserati Dealer of any

operations involving the 1^st service

• Under no circumstances should oil

minor operating problem, without

when the vehicle mileage reaches

change intervals exceed 12,500 mi

waiting for the next scheduled service.

12,500 mi (20,000 km) or after 1 year

(20,000 km) or at least after 1 year.

of the vehicle's life, and subsequently

The oil change indicator system will

The Authorized Maserati Dealer will

every 12,500 mi (20,000 km) or every

remind you of the deadline for the

reset the oil change indicator message

year.

maintenance program.

after completing the scheduled oil

The indicator light

on the

After the 6^th Maintenance

change.

Instrument cluster flashes for

Service

approximately 10 seconds displaying

After the 6^th service, maintenance

the “Oil Change Due” message backed

CAUTION!

must be restarted with the operations

by a beeping sound, indicating that an

Failure to perform the required

scheduled for the 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd

oil change is necessary.

maintenance items may result in

service.

The oil change indicator message will

damage to the vehicle.

illuminate at approximately 11,900 mi

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Maintenance and Care

More frequent maintenance may be

at your selling dealer. The technicians

Scheduled Service Plan

needed for vehicles in severe

at your dealership know your vehicle

The Scheduled Maintenance services

operating conditions, such as dusty

best, and have access to factory-

listed in this manual must be done at

areas and very short trip driving.

approved information, genuine

the times or mileages specified to

Inspection and service should also be

Maserati parts, and specially designed

protect your vehicle warranty and

done anytime a malfunction is

electronic and mechanical tools that

ensure the best vehicle performance

suspected.

can help prevent future costly repairs.

and reliability.

Maserati recommends that these

maintenance intervals be performed

Service coupons

1°

2°

3°

4°

5°

6°

Interval running coupons: every 12,500 mi (20,000 km)

Main operations

or 1 year

Belt for alternator, water pump, air conditioning compressor

Replace at least every 50,000 mi (80,000 km) or 4 years

and hydraulic steering pump

and every time the part is removed

Engine oil and filter

Replace at least every year

Cooling system connections and lines (check for leaks)

Air filter

Spark plugs

Hydraulic steering fluid level (bleed if necessary)

Engine coolant level

Intercooler check for leaks

Brake fluid level

Brake system: lines, calipers, connections - Efficiency of the

dashboard warning lights - Handbrake operation

Wear condition of the braking parts (discs, pads)

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Maintenance and Care

Periodic Maintenance

recommended on the “Scheduled

On Board Diagnostic System -

Service Plan”:

OBD II

Every 600 mi (1,000 km) or before

long journeys

• check front disc brake pad

This vehicle is equipped with a

Check:

conditions and wear;

sophisticated onboard diagnostic

• check cleanliness of hood and trunk

system called OBD II. This system

• engine coolant;

locks, cleanliness and lubrication of

monitors the performance of the

• brake fluid;

linkage;

emissions, engine, and automatic

• windshield washer fluid level;

• visually inspect conditions of:

transmission control systems. When

• tire inflation pressure and condition;

engine, transmission, pipes and

these systems are operating properly,

• operation of lighting system

hoses (exhaust - fuel system - brakes)

your vehicle will provide excellent

(headlights, direction indicators,

and rubber elements (boots - sleeves

performance and fuel economy, as

hazard warning flashers, etc.);

- bushes - etc.);

well as engine emissions suited to

• operation of windshield

• check battery charge;

current government regulations.

washer/wiper system and wear of

If any of these systems require service,

• visually inspect condition of the

windshield wiper blades.

the OBD II system will turn on the

accessory drive belts;

“Malfunction Indicator Light”

Every 1,900 mi (3,000 km)

• check and, if necessary, change

the instrument cluster display (refer to

Check and top off, if required, the

engine oil and replace oil filter;

“Instrument Cluster” in section 4). The

engine oil level.

• check and, if necessary, replace

system stores as well diagnostic codes

pollen filter of the A/C system;

and other information to assist your

Heavy-Duty Vehicle Use

• check and, if necessary, replace air

service technician by performing

If the car is mainly used under one of

cleaner filter.

repairs.

the following conditions:

Although the vehicle will be drivable

• off-roads;

and will not need towing, contact an

CAUTION!

• short, repeated journeys (less than

Authorized Maserati Dealer for service

4-5 mi / 7-8 km) at sub-zero outside

All maintenance operations for the

as soon as possible.

vehicle must be carried out by an

temperatures;

Authorized Maserati Dealer. Do not

• engine often idling or driving long

carry any operation on your own and

distances at low speeds or long

contact an Authorized Maserati

periods of idleness.

Dealer.

You should perform the following

inspections more frequently than

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Maintenance and Care

ready if your vehicle was recently

If your OBD II system is not ready, you

serviced, recently had a dead battery

should see an Authorized Maserati

CAUTION!

or a battery replacement. If the OBD II

Dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle

• Prolonged driving with the

system should be determined not

was recently serviced or had a battery

could cause further damage to the

ready for the I/M test, your vehicle may

failure or replacement, you may need

emissions control system. It could

fail the test.

to do nothing more than drive your

also affect fuel economy and

To check if your vehicle's OBD II system

vehicle as you normally would in order

driveability. The vehicle must be

is ready, you must do the following:

for your OBD II system to update. A

serviced before any emissions tests

recheck with the above test routine

1. Press the ignition device to the

can be performed.

may then indicate that the system is

RUN position, but do not crank or

now ready.

• If the

is flashing while the

start the engine.

Regardless of whether your vehicle's

engine is running, severe catalytic

2. As soon as you press the ignition

OBD II system is ready or not, if the

converter damage and power loss

device to turn the engine On, you

MIL is illuminated during normal

will soon occur. Immediate service at

will see the MIL remain

vehicle operation you should have

an Authorized Maserati Dealer is

illuminated for 15 seconds, this is a

your vehicle serviced before going to

required.

normal bulb check.

the I/M station. The I/M station can fail

3. Approximately 15 seconds later,

your vehicle because the MIL is on with

Emissions Inspection and

one of two things will happen:

the engine running.

Maintenance Programs

• The MIL will remain illuminated

Spare Parts

In some localities, it may be a legal

and a message error will appear

requirement to pass an inspection of

on your instrument cluster. This

Use of genuine parts for normal/

your vehicle's emissions control system.

means that your vehicle's OBD II

scheduled maintenance and repairs is

Failure to pass could prevent vehicle

system is not ready and you

highly recommended to ensure

should not proceed to the I/M

registration. For states that require an

excellent performance.

Inspection and Maintenance (I/M), this

station.

Damage or failures caused by

check verifies the

“Malfunction

• The MIL will turn Off. This

non-genuine spare parts used for

Indicator Light (MIL)” is functioning

means that your vehicle's OBD II

maintenance and repairs will not be

and is not on when the engine is

system is ready and you can

covered by the manufacturer's

running, and that the OBD II system is

proceed to the I/M station.

warranty.

ready for testing.

Normally, the OBD II system will be

ready. The OBD II system may not be

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Dealer Service

Maintenance Procedures chemicals can damage your engine,

transmission, power steering or air

The Authorized Maserati Dealer has

The following pages contain the

conditioning. Such damages are not

the qualified service personnel, special

“required” maintenance standards

covered by the New Vehicle Limited

tools, and equipment to perform all

determined by Maserati engineers.

Warranty. If a flush is needed

service operations in an expert

Besides those maintenance items

because of component malfunction,

manner. Service Manuals are available

specified in the “Scheduled Service

use only the specified fluid for the

which include detailed service

Plan”, there are other components

flushing procedure.

information for your vehicle. Refer to

which may require service or

these Service Manuals before

replacement in the future.

attempting any procedure yourself.

To perform most of the services, it is

Intentional tampering with emissions

necessary to open the engine lid (see

control systems may void your

“Open and Close the Engine Lid” in

warranty and could result in civil

section 2).

penalties being assessed against you.

CAUTION!

WARNING!

• Failure to properly maintain your

You can be badly injured working on

vehicle or perform repairs and

or around a motor vehicle. Take your

service when necessary could result

vehicle to an Authorized Maserati

in more costly repairs, damage to

Dealer.

other components or negatively

impact vehicle performance.

Immediately have potential

malfunctions examined by the

Authorized Maserati Dealer or a

qualified repair center.

• Your vehicle has been equipped with

improved fluids that protect the

performance and durability of your

vehicle and also allow extended

maintenance intervals. Do not use

chemical flushes for washing as the

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Maintenance and Care

Level Checks

When adding engine coolant

(antifreeze) use pure water only such

as distilled or deionized water when

ENVIRONMENTAL!

mixing the water/engine coolant

• The engine oils and fluids used

(antifreeze) solution. The use of

contain substances that are

impure water will reduce the amount

dangerous for the environment. For

of corrosion protection in the engine

replacement you are advised to

cooling system.

contact the Authorized Maserati

• Mix a minimum solution of 50%

Dealer, where all the necessary

engine coolant (antifreeze) and

equipment is available to dispose of

distilled water. Use higher

the used oil and fluids in compliance

concentrations (do not exceed 70%)

with the regulations in force and in

if temperatures below -35°F (-37°C)

an environment-friendly manner.

are forecast.

• All equipment used for fluids

Please note that it is the owner's

replacement (gloves, cloths,

responsibility to maintain the proper

containers, etc) must be disposed in

level of protection against freezing

compliance with the regulations in

according to the temperatures

force.

occurring in the circulation area of the

vehicle.

Engine Coolant Level Check

The coolant bottle provides a quick

Your vehicle has been equipped with

visual method to determine that the

• When additional engine coolant

an improved engine coolant

coolant level is adequate. As long as

(antifreeze) is needed to maintain

(antifreeze) that offers high protection

the engine operating temperature is

the proper level, it should be added

against corrosion, freezing and allows

satisfactory, the coolant bottle only

to the coolant bottle after removing

extended maintenance intervals. To

needs to be checked once a month.

the cap. Do not overfill.

prevent reducing extended

With the engine off and cold, the level

• Once the desired level is reached,

maintenance periods, it is important to

of the coolant in the bottle should be

firmly close cap of the bottle.

use original engine coolant

between the ranges indicated on the

• If frequent engine coolant

(antifreeze) when adding coolant

bottle and inside the filler neck.

(antifreeze) additions are required,

throughout the life of your vehicle.

or if the level in the coolant recovery

bottle does not drop when the

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engine cools, the cooling system

The brake pads wear could cause the

should be pressure tested for leaks

fluid level to fall. However, low fluid

by an Authorized Maserati Dealer.

level may be caused by a leak and a

• Keep the front of the radiator and

requires accurate checkup of the

the condenser clean.

braking system.

CAUTION!

WARNING!

The symbol

on the reservoir cap

• Never add engine coolant

identifies the synthetic type of brake

(antifreeze) when the engine is

fluid, distinguishing it from the

• Clean the top of the master cylinder

overheated. Do not loosen or

mineral type. Using mineral fluids

area before removing the cap.

remove the cap of the engine

damages the special rubber linings of

coolant bottle to cool an overheated

• Add fluid to bring the level up to the

the brake system irreparably.

engine. Heat causes pressure to

“MAX” mark on the side of the

build up in the cooling system. To

master cylinder reservoir. Use only

prevent scalding or injury, do not

manufacturer's recommended brake

remove the pressure cap while the

fluid (see “Refillings” in section 8).

WARNING!

system is hot or under pressure.

• Add enough fluid to bring it to the

• To avoid contamination from foreign

• When adding coolant do not use a

“MAX” level marked on the brake

materials or moisture, use only new

pressure cap other than the one

fluid reservoir.

brake fluid or fluid that has been in

specified for your vehicle. Personal

• Once the correct level is reached,

a tightly closed container. Keep the

injury or engine damage may result.

firmly close the cap.

master cylinder reservoir cap

secured at all times. Brake fluid in an

Brake Fluid Level Check

open container absorbs moisture

from the air resulting in a lower

Check the fluid level immediately if

boiling point. This may cause it to

the brake system warning light

boil unexpectedly during hard or

and the related message turn

prolonged braking, resulting in

on indicating a low level of brake

sudden brake failure. This could

fluid.

result in an accident.

• Remove the brake fluid reservoir

(Continued)

access cover.

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(Continued)

To prevent freeze-up of your

• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir

windshield washer system in cold

can result in spilling brake fluid on

weather, select a solution or mixture

hot engine parts, causing the brake

that meets or exceeds the temperature

fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can

range of your climate. This rating

also damage painted and vinyl

information can be found on most

surfaces, make sure it does not spill

washer fluid containers.

over these surfaces.

NOTE:

• Do not allow petroleum based fluid

The Authorized Maserati Dealer can

to contaminate the brake fluid.

provide you with information about

Brake seal components could be

the Maserati recommended

damaged, causing partial or

Windshield Washer Fluid with

complete brake failure. This could

antifreeze, available in the Genuine

result in an accident.

Accessories range.

Adding Washer/Headlight Washer

Fluid

During scheduled services or when the

WARNING!

message “Low Washer Fluid” appears

• Commercially available windshield

together with the related telltale

washer solvents are flammable. They

add more fluid as soon as possible:

could ignite and burn you. Care must

the fluid reservoir will hold nearly 4

• Fill the reservoir with windshield

be exercised when filling or when

Quarts/Litres of washer/headlight

washer solvent (refer to “Refillings”

working around the washer

washer fluid.

in section 8) and operate the system

solution.

for a few seconds to flush out the

• Remove the reservoir cap in the

• Do not drive with the windshield

residual water.

engine compartment and lift the

washer fluid reservoir empty: the

filler neck.

• When refilling the washer fluid

action of the washer is essential for

reservoir, apply some washer fluid to

improving visibility when driving.

a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper

blades clean. This will help blade

performance.

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Engine Oil Level Check

• Remove the dipstick and clean it

with a dry and clean cloth.

To assure proper lubrication of your

vehicle's engine, the engine oil must

be maintained at the correct level.

If the

warning light illuminates

and the related message of low oil

level displays, or during scheduled

services (see “Scheduled Maintenance

Service” in this section) it is necessary

to check the engine oil level.

The best time to check the engine oil

• If a refilling is necessary, unscrew the

level is about five minutes after a fully

filler neck cap.

warmed up engine is shut off or

V8 Engine

before starting the engine after it has

sat overnight. In both cases the vehicle

should be parked on level ground to

improve the accuracy of the oil level

readings.

• Remove the inspection cover on the

right engine bank (V8 Engine).

V8 Engine

V6 Engine

• Re-insert the dipstick completely and

remove: the oil level should maintain

between the MIN e MAX reference

ranges (SAFE range).

V8 Engine

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pressure. This could damage your

engine.

• Do not add any supplemental

materials to the engine oil, other

than leak detection dyes. Engine oil

is an engineered product, and its

performance may be impaired by

supplemental additives.

Engine oil filter replacement

The engine oil filter should be

V6 Engine

• Retighten the cap then unscrew it

replaced with a new filter at every oil

again and check the level: it should

• Adding 1.5 Quarts / 1.4 Litres (V8

change.

match the “MAX” notch marked on

Engine), 1.1 Quarts / 1 Litre (V6

Contact the Authorized Maserati

the dipstick. In hot oil conditions, the

Engine) of oil when the level is at the

Dealer to perform this service.

level may even exceed the “MAX”

bottom of the SAFE range will result

Automatic Transmission Oil Check

notch.

in the level being at the top of the

SAFE range.

Contact the Authorized Maserati

Dealer for the oil level check.

• Return the cap and dipstick to their

position and wait for a few minutes

Power Steering Fluid Level Check

to allow the oil to reach the oil pan.

With the vehicle on a level ground and

• Check the level again.

the engine cold, check the fluid level

• Refit the inspection cover (V8

of the power steering reservoir.

Engine).

• To carry out the check, unscrew the

cap, clean the dipstick with a dry and

CAUTION!

clean cloth.

• If necessary, top up with fluid

• Do not top up with oil with different

making sure that it has the same

characteristics than the engine in the

characteristics as the one already

car (refer to “Refillings” in section 8).

used in the system (refer to

• Overfilling or underfilling the sump

“Refillings” in section 8).

will cause aeration or loss of oil

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Engine Air Filters Replacement

• Unsnap both ends and lift the filter

access cover.

CAUTION!

Contact the Authorized Maserati

Dealer to have the air filters replaced.

• Make sure that the power steering

fluid does not come in touch with

A/C Air Filter Replacement

the engine hot parts as it is

This filter performs mechanic/

flammable.

electrostatic air filtering, provided

• When the engine is running, do not

that windows and doors are perfectly

keep the steering wheel completely

closed.

turned for longer than 8 seconds,

The filter is located under the engine

unless absolutely necessary. This will

lid in the external A/C system air inlet,

cause a noise and also the

on the passenger side of the vehicle,

overheating of the hydraulic

next to the windshield wipers.

• Remove the used filter slipping it off

steering fluid and could damage the

To replace the filter during the

from within the air intake.

hydraulic steering system.

scheduled maintenance services or

• Install the new filter with arrows

after the vehicle has been heavily used

pointing in the direction of airflow,

Coolant, Transmission and Hydraulic

on dusty roads, proceed as follows:

which is toward the rear of the

Steering System Fluid Level Check

vehicle (text and arrows on the filter

• Remove the access door in the cowl

Contact the Authorized Maserati

will indicate this).

screen by pressing the retaining clips

Dealer for this operation.

indicated.

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• Close the filter access cover and

use the “Service” position for any

paragraph “Level checks” in this

reinstall the access door.

intervention on the wipers blades.

section) then check that the nozzles

are not clogged.

Windshield Wiper Maintenance

Blades Replacement

CAUTION!

Life expectancy of wiper blades varies

Failure to replace the filter may

• Move the wiper arms into “Service”

depending on the geographical area’s

considerably reduce the air

position, (see chapter “Windshield

weather conditions where the car is

conditioning and heating system

Wipers and Washers” in section 3)

used and frequency of use. Poor

efficiency.

and lift them.

performance of blades may be present

• Press the indicated button, slip off

with chattering, marks, water lines or

Windshield Wiper Maintenance

the blade support from the arm and

wet spots. If any of these conditions

replace it.

and Blades Replacement

are present, clean the wiper blades or

replace if necessary.

When the wiper arms are in “Park”

Clean the rubber edges of the wiper

position it is not possible to check or

blades and the windshield periodically

replace the blades as they remain

with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild

under the engine hood. To service the

nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove

blades it is necessary to move the

accumulations of salt or road film.

wiper arms in “Service” position (see

Operation of the wipers on dry glass

chapter “Windshield Wipers and

for long periods may cause

Washers” in section 3). In this way it is

deterioration of the wiper blades.

possible to turn and lift the arms for

Always use washer fluid when using

the desired intervention.

the wipers to remove salt or dirt from

• Return the blade to its original

a dry windshield.

position on the windshield.

Avoid using the wiper blades to

WARNING!

• Turn the multifunction lever to one

remove frost or ice from the

It is dangerous to operate or service

of the automatic settings (see

windshield. Keep the blade rubber out

the wiper blades with the wipers in an

chapter “Windshield Wipers and

of contact with petroleum products

active position (different than “OFF”)

Washers” in section 3) and move the

such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.

and with the ignition switch in the

ignition switch to the RUN position:

Spray nozzles

the wiper arms will return to the

RUN position. The rain sensors may

If the jet does not work, first check

resting position.

suddenly activate the wipers. Always

that there is fluid in the pan (see

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NOTE:

Maintenance-Free Battery

Due to the difficulty of this operation,

WARNING!

This vehicle is equipped with a sealed

we recommend that you contact the

CALIFORNIA proposition 65.

type maintenance-free battery. You

Authorized Maserati Dealer for

Engine exhaust, some of its

will never have to add water, nor is

replacement of the blades.

constituents, and certain vehicle

periodic maintenance required.

components contain or emit chemicals

Body Lubrication

known to the state of California to

Locks and all body pivot points,

cause cancer, and birth defects or

WARNING!

including such items as seat tracks,

other reproductive harm. In addition,

door hinge pivot points and rollers,

• Battery fluid is a corrosive acid

certain fluids contained in vehicles

liftgate, tailgate, sliding doors and

solution and can burn or damage the

and certain products of component

hood hinges, should be lubricated

eyes. Do not allow battery fluid to

wear contain or emit chemicals

periodically with a lithium based

contact your eyes, skin, or clothing. Do

known to the State of California to

grease, to assure quite, easy operation

not lean with the face over a battery.

cause cancer, and birth defects or

and to protect against rust and wear.

If acid splashes in eyes or on skin,

other reproductive harm.

Prior to the application of any

flush the area immediately with large

lubricant, the parts concerned should

amounts of water.

be wiped clean to remove dust and

• Battery gas is flammable and

grit; after lubricating excess oil and

explosive. Keep flame or sparks

grease should be removed. Particular

away from the battery. Do not use a

attention should also be given to

booster battery or any other booster

hood latching components to ensure

source with an output greater than

proper function. When performing

12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps

other underhood services, the hood

to touch each other.

latch, release mechanism and safety

• Battery posts, terminals, and related

catch should be cleaned and

accessories contain lead and lead

lubricated. The external lock cylinders

compounds. Wash hands after

of the front doors should be

handling the battery.

lubricated twice a year, preferably in

• The battery in this vehicle has a vent

the Fall and Spring. Apply a small

hose that should not be

amount of high quality lubricant

disconnected and should only be

directly into the lock cylinder.

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(Continued)

positive (+) and negative (-) and are

replaced with a component of the

identified on the battery case.

same type (vented).

NOTE:

Remote battery terminals for start are

located in the engine compartment for

jump starting to be used with an

auxiliary battery or a battery from

another vehicle (see “Auxiliary

Jump-Start Procedure” chapter in

section 6).

CAUTION!

To Disconnect the Battery

• Before disconnecting the battery,

open the trunk lid and lower the

The battery is fitted on the inner right

windows a few centimeters.

side of the trunk.

To access the battery it is necessary to

• Never disconnect the battery from

lift the ground coverage of the trunk

the electrical system when the

and remove the access cover as

engine is running.

indicated.

• To temporarily disconnect the vehicle

electrical system from the battery,

simply remove the cable end with

quick coupling from the negative

post (-) of the battery.

NOTE:

• If the battery needs to be removed

After the battery is disconnected with

from its compartment, you must first

electric parking brake engaged, you

detach the terminal clamp to the

can manually move the vehicle by

negative post (-) and then the other

performing the procedure “Release

terminal clamp to the positive post

after Battery Disconnection” in

(+), after removing the protection

chapter “Emergency Release of the

cover. Battery posts are marked

Parking Brake” of section 6.

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To Reconnect the Battery

• Unlock the trunk lid with the key fob

RKE transmitter and then lock it

NOTE:

CAUTION!

manually.

When the battery cables have been

If the battery charge remains below

• Initialize the climate control system

disconnected and the trunk has been

50% for a long period of time, it will

by activating the compressor (see

locked, it is necessary to pull the

be damaged due to sulfation; its

chapter "Air Conditioning Controls"

emergency release lever in order to

performance and starting power will

in section 4).

re-open it. To access the trunk and

be reduced and it will be more subject

• Turn on the MTC and set the date

operate the emergency release fold the

to freezing (this can happen even at

and time following the MTC

rear seatback (see “Cargo Area” chapter

14°F / -10°C).

instructions manual.

in section 3).

• Lift, release and lift again the lever

We recommend you to have the

located behind the shift lever to

battery charge condition checked,

inizialize the electric parking brake.

preferably at the beginning of the

CAUTION!

cold season, to prevent the electrolyte

In this way the

warning light

on the instrument panel will turn

from freezing.

• It is essential when replacing the

off.

This check should be carried out more

cables on the battery that the

frequently if the vehicle is used mainly

positive cable is precisely attached to

Useful Advice to Extend

for short trips or if it is equipped with

the positive post (+) and the

Battery Life

power absorbing devices that remain

negative cable is attached to the

permanently on even when the

negative post (-).

When parking the vehicle, make sure

ignition switch is off. This applies

that the doors, front, rear lids and

• Cable clamps should be tight on the

above all if these devices have been

flaps are properly closed. All interior

terminal posts and free of corrosion.

retrofitted ("Aftermarket" services).

lights should be off. When the engine

If the vehicle is not used for long

After the battery has been

is turned off, do not keep the

periods of time, please see “Vehicle

disconnected and re-connected and

connected devices switched on for a

Stored for Long Periods” in this

before starting the engine it is

long time (such as radio, hazard

section.

necessary to proceed as follows:

warning flashers, blower, etc.).

• Unlock and lock the doors using the

Key fob RKE Transmitter.

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Battery Recharge

directly to the negative post of the

negative post (-) on the battery,

battery, because in this case charging

indicated in the picture.

The vehicle is equipped with a IBS

current does not flow through IBS.

(Intelligent Battery Sensor) sensor able

• The negative terminal clamp of the

to measure charging and discharging

charger MUST be connected just

currents and to calculate the state of

after IBS: in this way charging

charge and state of health of the

current flows through IBS, and it can

battery. This sensor is located in

correctly measure it.

correspondence of the negative post

(-) of the battery.

• Do not use a “fast charger” to

For a successful charge/recharge

provide starting voltage.

operation, the charging current must

Recharge the battery slowly and at a

flow through the IBS sensor as shown

low amperage with a suitable charger

in the picture.

or use a charge maintainer device (for

• Turn the charger on and follow the

further information refer to

instructions on its user manual to

“Maintaining Battery Charge” in

completely recharge the battery.

chapter “Battery Statement”).

• When the battery is recharged, turn

It is possible to recharge the battery

off the battery charger before

without disconnecting the cables of

disconnecting it from the battery.

the vehicle electrical system from it.

• Disconnect first the terminal clamp

• To access the battery lift the ground

of the charger black cable from the

coverage of the trunk compartment

battery and then the terminal clamp

and remove the access cover as

of the red cable.

previously shown.

• Reassemble the protection cover on

• Remove the protection cover and

the battery positive post and the

connect the terminal clamp of the

access cover on the battery room.

CAUTION!

charger positive cable (typically in

red) to the positive post (+) of the

• When charging the battery with an

battery.

external charger, to allow IBS to

measure charging current, the

• Connect the terminal clamp of the

negative terminal clamp of the

charger negative cable (typically in

charger must NOT be connected

black) to the nut located by the

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Replace the faulty fuse with a new

The color identifies the value of the

Fuse Replacement

one featuring the same rating, by

fuses in amperes which is also

using appropriate forceps added in

reported on the them.

Used Fuses Characteristics

the integrated power module and

The vehicle is endowed mainly with

When an electrical device is not

inside the cover of the rear power

mini-and maxi-fuses. In addition to

functioning, check that the

distribution center.

these fuses there are some special

corresponding fuse is in proper

fuses (“Circuit Breaker” or

working order (intact).

“non-Cycling Breakers” identified with

A Fuse intact

CB in the description) on which it is

B Fuse blown

not possible to visually detect the

status of “fuse blown”. These fuses

contained in the rear power

distribution center remain tripped as

long as there’s power to the circuit.

They protect the motors that move

the seats: in case of failure of a seat,

extract the corresponding fuse and

then reinsert it. If the malfunction

persists, contact the Authorized

Maserati Dealer.

The table shows the match between

color and amperage of mini and maxi

fuses.

Type

Color / Ampere

Mini Fuse

Beige - 5

Brown - 7.5

Red - 10

Blue - 15

Yellow - 20

White - 25

Green - 30

Maxi Fuse

Yellow - 20

Green - 30

Orange - 40

Red - 50

Blue - 60

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Position of Fuses

Integrated Power Module

The fuses are located in two parts of

• To access the module it is necessary

CAUTION!

the vehicle, namely:

to lift the engine lid (see “Trunk

• Never replace a blown fuse with

Compartment Operation” in section

• inside the integrated power module,

anything other than a new and

2).

on the right hand side of the engine

suitable fuse (same rating).

compartment;

• To access the fuses remove the

• After replacing a fuse, if the fault

module cover unhooking the lateral

• inside the rear power distribution

recurs, contact the Authorized

locks as shown in the picture.

center, behind the battery, on the

Maserati Dealer.

right hand side of the trunk.

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The table points out the position as

Ref.

Type

Function

featured in the figure, the type and

function of the fuses included in the

RH low beam

Maxi - 20A

integrated power module.

relay input

IPC Instrument

Mini - 7.5A

Panel Control

CAUTION!

Mini - 10A

HDLP Headlights

• After replacement, refit the

protective cover of the module.

• If you need to wash the engine

compartment, do not direct the jet

of water for too long directly on the

module.

Ref.

Type

Function

Electric Steering

Mini - 15A

Lock

Mini - 20A

Horn relay input

AC compressor

Mini - 10A

relay input

Mini - 7.5A

Alarm siren

Headlamp

Maxi - 30A

washer relay

input

Wiper motor

Maxi - 30A

relay output

LH low beam

Maxi - 20A

relay input

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Rear Power Distribution Center

The table points out the position as

Ref.

Type

Function

featured in the figure, the type and

• To access the center it is necessary to

function of the fuses on the rear area

Passenger door

lift the ground coverage of the trunk

Maxi - 30A

distribution control unit.

module

and remove the access cover (refer

High Premium

“Maintenance-Free Battery” in this

Ref.

Type

Function

Maxi - 40A

stereo amplifier

section).

Maxi - 20A

Sunroof

unit

• To access the fuses unhooking the

Driver door

HVAC front

cover lock shown in picture.

Maxi - 30A

Maxi - 40A

module

blower relay coil

• Lift the lid on the side of the latch and

push it toward the right side to release

the latches as indicated on the unit.

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Bulb Replacement

Ref.

Type

Function

Ref.

Type

Function

Rear LH door

Rear console

The signal failure of an external light

Maxi - 30A

module

Mini - 25A

power outlet and

(turn signal, low beam and high beam,

cigar lighter

number plate light, reverse light and

Rear RH door

Maxi - 30A

brake light) is communicated to the

module

HVAC module,

instrument cluster that displays on the

AFLM headlights

LH rear seat

Mini - 10A

CB - 20A

TFT screen in a graphical form and

module, Parking

movement

with a text message which light is

Aid Module PAM

LH front seat

faulty (see example in the figure).

CB - 25A

movement

RH rear seat

CB - 20A

movement

Rear doors

Mini - 20A

sunshade

Mini - 20A

Radio

RH front seat

CB - 25A

movement

Internal mirror,

Mini - 10A

sunroof

Mini - 5A

Rear camera

Front console

Mini - 25A

power outlet and

cigar lighter

Rear sunshade

Mini - 20A

module

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Front Headlights

headlight clusters light bulbs, we

Light Clusters Bulbs

recommend that you contact an

Replacement

The light bulbs of the headlight

Authorized Maserati Dealer. If you are

clusters are arranged as follows:

personally carrying out this operation,

Bi-Xenon low-beam/high-beam

make sure that the corresponding fuse

WARNING!

bulb.

is intact before replacing the bulb. Use

The headlamps are a type of high

Position/parking and DRL LED

only genuine new light bulbs with the

voltage discharge tube. High voltage

lights. Except for Canadian

same characteristics as the old one.

can remain in the circuit even with the

vehicles (always enabled) the

headlamp switch and the ignition

DRL lights can be deactivated

Tail-Light Clusters Light Bulbs

switch off. Because of this, you should

through the Multi Media System

The taillight bulbs are arranged as

not attempt to replace a headlamp

(see “MTC Settings” in section 4).

follows:

bulb yourself, but take the vehicle to

Turn signal LED.

an Authorized Maserati Dealer for

Position/parking light guide LED.

Side-marker light bulb.

service.

Stop light LED.

Side reflex-reflector.

Side-marker LED.

All lamps of the rear and some of front

the headlights and those integrated in

Turn signal LED.

the exterior mirrors are LED powered

Reverse LED.

and cannot be replaced individually.

Reflectors.

Contact the Authorized Maserati

Rear fog LED.

Dealer to locate the correct parts and

replace them.

CAUTION!

Due to the complexity of the

operation, for the replacement of the

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License Plate Lights

Interior Lights

• rotate the bulb holder and take it

out;

To replace the license plate light bulb

(C 5W):

CAUTION!

• use a screwdriver positioned at the

Before replacing a bulb, ensure that

indicated point to lever out the light

the matching fuse is intact. For

fixing frame;

replacement, use only original new

light bulbs having the same rating as

the old one.

Lamps inside the glove box

compartments of the dashboard are

LED powered and cannot be replaced

by the owner. Contact the Authorized

• replace the pressure-fitted bulb;

Maserati Dealer to replace them.

Courtesy Lights (below Door)

To replace the bulb (W5W):

• replace the pressure-fitted bulb;

• use a screwdriver positioned at the

• refit the bulb holder inserting first

indicated point to lever out the light

the electrical connector side and

fixing frame;

then pressing on the other side to

hook up the clip.

• refit the bulb holder inserting first

the electrical connector side and

then pressing on the other side to

hook up the clip.

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Trunk Light

• Refit the lens cover, inserting first the

A/C System Maintenance

electrical connector side and then

To replace the bulbs (W5W) inside the

pressing on the other side.

For best performances, the air

trunk, proceed as follows after trunk

conditioning system should be checked

lid opening.

and serviced by the Authorized

• Remove the light fixing frame by

Maserati Dealer at the beginning of

levering it out gently at the indicated

the warm season.

point with a screwdriver.

This service should include cleaning of

the condenser fins and a performance

test. Drive belt tension should also be

checked at this time.

During the winter, the air conditioning

system should be operated at least

once a month for about 10 minutes.

CAUTION!

Do not use chemical flushes in your air

conditioning system as the chemicals

• Raise the lens cover.

can damage your air conditioning

components. Such damage is not

covered by the New Vehicle Limited

Warranty.

• Replace the pressure-fitted bulb.

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internal damage, which may even lead

Wheels Maintenance

to the tire destruction.

WARNING!

Tires Maintenance

• Use only refrigerants and

compressor lubricants approved by

CAUTION!

the manufacturer for your air

CAUTION!

After inspecting or adjusting the tire

conditioning system. Some

To obtain the best performances and

pressure, always reinstall the valve

unapproved refrigerants are

the longest mileage from the tires,

stem cap. This will prevent moisture

flammable and can explode, causing

take the following precautions during

and dirt from entering the valve stem,

injuries. Other unapproved

the first 310 mi (500 km):

which could damage it.

refrigerants or lubricants can cause

• do not drive at the vehicle’s

Impacts with curbs, holes, and

the system to fail, requiring costly

maximum speed;

obstacles in the road, and prolonged

repairs.

• drive at low speed on curves;

trips on rough roads can cause tire

• The air conditioning system contains

damage which may not be visible to

• avoid sudden steering;

refrigerant under high pressure. To

the naked eye.

avoid risk of personal injury or

• avoid sudden braking;

Check your tires regularly for any signs

damage to the system, adding

• avoid sudden acceleration;

of damage (e.g. scratches, cuts, cracks,

refrigerant or any repair requiring

• do not drive at high speeds for too

bulges, etc.). If sharp objects penetrate

lines to be disconnected should be

long.

the tires, they can cause structural

done by an experienced technician.

damage which is only visible when the

The tires inflation pressure must

tire is removed.

correspond to the prescribed values

In any case, any possible damage must

(see the chapter “Tire Inflation

be inspected by an experienced tire

Pressure” in section 8) and should be

fitter, as it may seriously reduce the

checked only when the tires have

tire life.

cooled down. In fact, the pressure

Remember that tires deteriorate with

increases as the tire temperature

time, even if used little or not at all.

progressively increases.

Cracks in the tire tread and sides,

Never reduce the pressure if tires are

alongside possible bulging, are a sign

hot (see “Tires - General information”

of deterioration.

chapter in section 5).

Insufficient tire inflating pressure can

cause tire overheating and possible

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make sure that the rolling direction

Therefore, their use should be limited

corresponds to the one shown by

to the situations and performance for

WARNING!

the arrow.

which they have been type-approved.

Driving over rough or damaged road

The Authorized Maserati Dealer can

• During the tire life, the rolling

surfaces, as well as debris, curbs and

provide all necessary information

direction used for the first fitting

other obstacles can cause serious

about fitting winter tires on the

shall always be observed, also in

damage to wheels, tires, and

vehicle.

case of “nondirectional” tires.

suspension parts. This is more likely to

• Check the depth of the tire tread at

Wheel Trims Maintenance

occur with low-profile tires, which

regular intervals. The minimum

provide less cushioning between the

All wheel trims should be cleaned

allowed value is 0.06 in (1.6 mm) at

wheel and the road. Be careful to

regularly with a mild soap and water.

that point the wear indicators on the

avoid road hazards and reduce your

To remove heavy soil and/or excessive

tire will be visible (see “Tires -

speed, especially if your vehicle is

brake dust, use a nonabrasive,

general information” in section 5).

equipped with low-profile tires.

non-acidic cleaner.

The thinner is the tread, the greater

Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a

is the risk of skidding.

bristle brush, or metal polishes.

• Drive carefully on wet roads to

Do not use oven cleaner that may

WARNING!

decrease the risk of aquaplaning.

involve and damage the brake calipers.

• Check the inflating pressure of the

Avoid automatic car washes that use

tires when cold, at least every two

Winter Tires

acidic solutions or harsh brushes that

weeks and before long trips.

These tires are specially designed for

may damage the wheel trim protective

• Have the old tires inspected by an

driving on snow and ice and are fitted

finish.

experienced tire fitter, to make sure

to replace the ones supplied with the

they can still be used safely. If the

vehicle.

same tire has been on your vehicle

The winter features of these tires are

for 4 or 5 years, have it inspected

significantly reduced when tread

anyway by an experienced tire fitter.

depth is less than 0.16 in (4 mm). In

this case, they should be replaced.

• Never fit tires of uncertain origin.

The specific features of the winter tires

• “Directional” tires have an arrow on

lead to lower performance under

their side showing the rolling

normal environmental conditions or

direction. To keep the best

on long highway trips, compared to

performance when replacing a tire,

the standard tires.

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wax products having high protective

Bodywork Maintenance

power;

and Care

• spraying of plastic materials, with a

protective function, in the most

Protection from Atmospheric

exposed points: underneath the

Agents

doors, inside part of the mud guards,

The main causes of corrosion are:

edges, etc.;

• atmospheric pollution;

• use of ventilated box sections,

• salinity and humidity in the

coated with protective wax products,

atmosphere (marine areas or a damp

to avoid condensation and trapped

water which could encourage the

Normal paint maintenance consists in

climate);

formation of internal rust.

washing, the frequency of which

• seasonal environmental conditions;

depends on the conditions of use and

• salt scattered on the roadbed to

Useful Advice to Keep the

of the environment. For example, if

melt ice and snow.

Bodywork in Good Condition

driving the vehicle in areas where

The abrasive action of wind-carried

Paint

there is high atmospheric pollution or

atmospheric dust and sand, mud and

the roads are spread with anti-freeze

stones should not be underestimated.

The paintwork does not only have an

salt, it is advisable to wash the vehicle

On this vehicle, Maserati has adopted

aesthetic function but also protects

more frequently.

the best technological solutions to

the underlying metal sheets. In the

protect the bodywork from corrosion.

event of abrasions or deep scratches,

The main measures are:

we recommend to have the necessary

ENVIRONMENTAL!

touch-ups made immediately, to avoid

• paint products and systems that give

Detergents pollute water. Therefore

any rust formation. Touch-ups do not

the vehicle particular resistance to

the vehicle should be washed in areas

feature particular difficulties, even on

corrosion and abrasion;

equipped for the collection and

metallic finishes.

purification of the fluids used for

• use of galvanized (or pre-treated)

For all paint touch-ups, use only

washing.

metal sheets which are highly

original products indicated on the

resistant to corrosion in the most

plate applied on the trunk lid.

exposed parts;

• spraying of the underbody, engine

compartment, insides of wheel

housings, and other structures with

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NOTE:

External plastic parts must be cleaned

NOTE:

with the same procedure followed for

The use of alcohol-based products for

If you wish to keep the RKE

the normal washing of the vehicle.

cleaning the metal plates in the engine

Transmitter with you or anywhere

Avoid, as far as possible, parking the

compartment and/or the trunk may

outside the vehicle while the car is

vehicle under trees; the resinous

deteriorate the painted surface. It is

being washed, it is advisable to disable

substances that very often drop from

recommended to use water-based

the Passive Entry from the MTC system,

the trees give the paint a dull

products and neutral surfactants.

for further information refer to

appearance and increase the possibility

chapter “MTC settings” in section 4.

Car Wash

of originating corrosive processes.

It is important that the drain holes in

Pre-Short Drop Function

For correct washing:

the lower sides of the doors, rocker

When in a car washing, if the driver

• wet the bodywork with a low

panels, and trunk bottom be kept clear

keeps the RKE Transmitter in his/her

pressure water jet;

and open.

pocket, or in any place outside the

• pass a sponge with a light detergent

vehicle within 5 ft (1.5 m) distance, the

solution over the bodywork,

front windows will perform a pre-short

CAUTION!

frequently rinsing the sponge;

drop.

• rinse well with water and dry with an

• Bird droppings must be washed off

This is a shorter drop compared to the

air jet or chamois leather.

immediately and thoroughly, since

normal Short Drop performed by the

When drying, take particular care with

their acidity is particularly corrosive.

Passive Entry function when you grab

the parts that are less visible, such as

• To provide better protection for the

the door handle to enter the vehicle.

the door and lid bays, headlight edges,

paint, polish the vehicle at intervals

This prevents water to enter the

in which water can be trapped more

with a suitable product leaving a

vehicle between the upper edge of the

easily.

protective film on the paint.

glass window and the door trim.

You are recommended not to take the

• If the vehicle is washed using

vehicle immediately into an enclosed

NOTE:

high-pressure water jets or cleaners,

environment, but leave it in the open

When deactivating the Passive Entry,

it is important that the nozzle of the

air so as to allow the water to

also the Pre-Short Drop function will

jet be kept at a distance of at least

evaporate.

be disabled.

16 in (40 cm) from the bodywork to

Do not wash the vehicle after it has

avoid damaging it.

been left in the sun or when the

engine lid is hot: the paint gloss could

be affected.

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Glass Surfaces

Do not use abrasive cleaning

Interior Maintenance and

components, solvents, steel wool or

All glass surfaces should be cleaned on

Care

other aggressive material to clean the

a regular basis with any commercial

lenses.

household-type glass cleaner.

Interior trim should be cleaned

Never use an abrasive type cleaner.

Engine Compartment

starting with a damp cloth. Do not use

Use caution when cleaning the inside

harsh cleaners.

At the end of each winter season,

rear window equipped with electric

The leather upholstery can be best

carefully wash the engine

defrosters. Do not use scrapers or

preserved by regular cleaning with a

compartment, remembering to avoid

other sharp instrument that may

damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt

directing the jet of water for too long

scratch the elements.

can act as an abrasive and damage the

on the electric parts.

When cleaning the rear view mirror,

leather upholstery and should be

To perform this operation, you must

spray cleaner on the towel or rag that

removed promptly with a damp cloth.

contact the Authorized Maserati

you are using. Do not spray cleaner

Stubborn soils stains can be removed

Dealer.

directly on the mirror.

easily with a soft cloth and

Labels can be peeled off after soaking

appropriate products. Avoid soaking

with warm water.

the leather upholstery with any liquid.

Keep all objects a safe distance from

Please do not use polishes, oils,

the window.

cleaning fluids, solvents, detergents,

or ammonia-based cleaners to clean

Cleaning Headlights

your leather upholstery.

Your vehicle has plastic headlights that

Application of a leather conditioner is

are lighter and less susceptible to

not required to maintain the original

stone breakage than glass headlights.

condition.

Plastic is not as scratch resistant as

Check at regular intervals that there is

glass and therefore different lens

no water trapped under the mats (due

cleaning procedures must be followed.

to drips off shoes, umbrellas etc.)

To minimize the possibility of

which may cause the metal parts to

scratching the lenses and reducing

oxidize.

light output, avoid wiping with a dry

cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with

a mild soap solution followed by

rinsing.

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• Talc the windshield wiper blades and

Vehicle Stored for Long

raise them from the windshield.

CAUTION!

Periods

• Cover the vehicle with a long cloth in

Do not use alcohol, gasoline or

If the vehicle is going to be stored for

breathable fabric (available from the

solvents to clean the instrument

over a month, follow the below

Authorized Maserati Dealer). Do not

panel's transparent dome, the MTC

precautions:

use thick plastic sheets, which do not

display and the leather upholstery.

allow the humidity on the vehicle

• Wash and dry the vehicle thoroughly.

surface to evaporate.

Leather Upholstery Treatment

• Store the vehicle in a covered, dry

• Inflate the tires up to a pressure

and, if possible, ventilated area.

Have the leather upholstery only

which must be 14.5 PSI (1 bar) higher

• Select P (Park) and turn off the

treated, as provided in the Scheduled

than the normally prescribed one,

engine.

Service Plan, by the Authorized

and check it at regular intervals.

Maserati Dealer which has the

• Disconnect the battery (refer to

NOTE:

required specific products.

“Maintenance-Free Battery” in this

section) or connect a battery charger

The Authorized Maserati Dealer can

Parts in Premium Quality Wood

(refer to paragraph “Maintaining

provide you with any information

Remove any dirt with a buckskin

Battery Charge” in this section).

about the available “Indoor and

leather or damp cloth.

• Check the battery charge status.

Outdoor Car Covers”, available in the

During garaging, this check must be

Genuine Accessories range.

NOTE:

carried out every three weeks.

The Authorized Maserati Dealer can

Recharge the battery if the no-load

provide you with any information

voltage is less than 12.5 V.

about the Maserati approved “Car

WARNING!

• Check that the parking brake is NOT

Care” products, available in the

The tire pressure must be brought

engaged.

Genuine Accessories range.

back to the prescribed value before

• Do not empty the engine cooling

reusing the vehicle (see “Tire Inflation

system.

Pressure” in section 8).

• Clean and protect the painted parts

applying protective wax.

• Clean and protect polished metal

parts with special products available

on the market.

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Battery Statement

conditioning system, the lights,

Maintaining Battery Charge

windshield wipers, the audio system

When the vehicle is not going to be

etc. In addition to this, even the traffic

Battery State of Charge

used for one week or more, or if you

conditions you are driving in can

To avoid problems with ignition

travel approximately 10 miles / 16 km

influence the amount of charge

and/or the electrical system in general

per day and/or 4,000 miles / 6,000 km

produced: if, for example, you are

when you are driving, the battery

per year, Maserati recommends

traveling on the highway, the

charge status is constantly maintained

connecting the battery to a battery

alternator supplies more voltage to

and guaranteed by the vehicle's

charger, to save you the trouble of

the battery, whilst in heavy traffic,

recharge circuit; the main component

having to recharge the battery. The

where the vehicle is continually

of which is the alternator. This circuit

battery charger will keep the battery

stopping and starting, the alternator

is only able to supply voltage to the

charged properly and at the correct

provides less charge. This also applies

battery when the vehicle is traveling.

voltage levels required by the systems

for the amount of electrical charge

The warning light

on the

and devices in the car.

stored in the battery to power other

instrument cluster, will indicate any

Before using the battery charger,

electrical devices whilst the vehicle is

malfunctions in the recharge circuit or

carefully follow the instructions

traveling.

an insufficient battery charge status

provided. To connect the device to the

The vehicle is fitted with advanced

(shown in figure).

battery, see “Battery Recharge” in

electronic systems, such as, for

“Maintenance-Free Battery” of this

example, the alarm system and various

section.

electronic control modules, which

If you do not use a battery charger to

consume power even when the

prevent the battery from going dead

ignition switch is in the OFF position

when you are not going to use the

and the vehicle is not being used.

vehicle for long periods of time, you

Therefore, it is fundamental that the

need to check and recharge the

battery is properly charged to ensure

battery at least once every three

that the engine starts properly and

weeks (or if you travel approximately

that all the electrical/electronic

10 miles / 16 km per day and/or 4,000

systems in the vehicle work efficiently.

miles / 6,000 km per year). Please note

The amount of voltage that is supplied

that allowing the battery to go dead

to the battery to maintain the charge

repeatedly can cause premature wear

status also depends on the amount of

on the internal cells and greatly

charge absorbed by the systems used

reduce their life, leading to problems

in the vehicle, for example: the air

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with the ignition system and other

• ensure that any sparks or open

• Reconnect the battery after checking

electrical/electronic systems.

flames are kept well away from the

the charge status (refer to

The Authorized Maserati Dealer is

battery while it is charging;

“Maintenance-Free Battery” in this

available to advise you on how to

section) and perform the initializing

• before using a charger to charge or

recharge you battery correctly and

procedure if applicable. You can

maintain the battery charge status,

give you useful information on battery

consult the paragraph “Battery

carefully follow the instructions

care and maintenance.

Reconnection” in this chapter for

provided to ensure the charger is

further information on this subject.

connected to the battery safely and

NOTE:

correctly.

• With the transmission in N (Neutral),

The Authorized Maserati Dealer can

let the engine idle for several

provide you with any information

minutes.

Restarting the Vehicle

about the Maserati approved “Battery

Charger and Conditioner”, available in

Before restarting the vehicle after a

the Genuine Accessories range.

long period of inactivity, we

WARNING!

recommend that you carry out the

The engine idle must be performed

following operations.

outdoors. Exhaust gases contain

• Check the tires for pressure and for

WARNING!

carbon monoxide which is strongly

any damages, cuts or cracks. If this is

The process of charging or recharging

toxic and potentially lethal.

the case, have them replaced.

the battery produces hydrogen, a

• Do not dry-rub the external surface

dangerous gas that can explode and

of the vehicle.

cause serious injuries. When charging

or recharging the battery, follow the

• Visually inspect if there are any fluid

recommended precautions at all times:

leaks (oil, brake and clutch fluid,

engine coolant etc.).

• always charge or recharge the

• Have the engine oil and filter

battery in a well-ventilated

replaced.

environment;

• Check the fluid levels in the brake

• never charge or recharge a battery

system, as well as the engine coolant

that has frozen: it can explode due

level.

to hydrogen trapped inside the ice

crystals;

• Check the air filter and have them

replaced if necessary.

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Battery Reconnection

• Connect the battery (refer

“Maintenance-Free Battery” in this

section).

• Unlock and lock the doors using the

key fob.

• Initialize the climate control system

by activating the system and

pressing the AUTO control as

described in chapter "Air

Conditioning Controls" in section 4.

• Turn on the MTC and set the date

and time following the instructions

given in the dedicated manual.

CAUTION!

• Every time the battery is

reconnected, wait at least 30 seconds

with the ignition switch turned to

RUN before starting the engine, in

order to allow the electronic system

that manages the motor-driven

throttles to run a self-learning cycle.

At the same time, you can run the

date and time set up procedure for

the MTC.

• Every time the battery is

reconnected the warning lights

and

flash for about 10

seconds and then go off.

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Features and Specifications

Refilling Capacities

Capacities and Approved Fluids

NOTE:

Maserati reserves the right to change or revise specifications without prior notification.

Component

Quantity

Approved Product Specifications

Fuel tank (including 4.2

Premium unleaded fuel with no less than 95 RON/85

Gallons/16 litres of

21 Gallons (80 litres)

MON (91 CLC or AKI).

reserve)

Engine (V8 Engine)

9 Quarts /8.6 litres (max)

(Difference among MIN and MAX

Entirely synthetic multigrade lubricants SAE 5W/40

level: 1.5 Quarts /1.4 litres)

that meet API SL/CF and ACEA A3, B3, B4

Engine (V6 Engine)

8.8 Quarts /8.3 litres (max)

specifications.

(Difference among MIN and MAX

Recommended oil: Pennzoil Platinum Euro 5W-40.

level: 1.1 Quarts /1 litres)

Windshield and headlight

Mix of water and detergent fluid, in the proportions

washer fluid reservoir

indicated on the product package. If the temperature

is below -4°F (-20°C), use pure detergent fluid.

5.3 Quarts (5 litres)

Detergent fluid: Mix of CUNA NC 956-II surfactants

and alcohols.

Recommended fluid: Wuerth Windshield Washer

Fluid with antifreeze or Arexons DP1.

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Features and Specifications

Component

Quantity

Approved Product Specifications

Engine cooling circuit (V8

Mixture of water and coolant, proportionally 50/50%.

Engine)

15 Quarts (14.2 litres)

Coolant: protective, antifreeze action and ethylene

(for dual zone air conditioning

glycol-based with organic inhibitors compatible with

system)

regulations:

• ASTM D 3306, ASTM D 2570

• ASTM D 4340, ASTM D 2809

Engine cooling circuit (V6

• SAE J 1034

Engine)

9.7 Quarts (9.2 litres)

• CUNA NC 956/16

(for dual zone air conditioning

• FGA 9.55523 or equivalent.

system)

Recommended fluid: GlycoShell/GlycoShell Long

Life.

Hydraulic power steering

Recommended oil: SHELL Spirax S1 ATF TASA.

(*) Automatic gearbox

8 Quarts (7.6 litres)

Recommended oil: SHELL ATF L- 12108.

(*) Differential

Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-90 - FE HYPOID

1.4 Quarts (1.3 litres)

GEAR LUBRICANT.

(*) Front differential (V6

Recommended oil: SHELL TF 0951.

0.47 Quarts (0.45 litres)

Engine)

(*) Transfer case (V6

Recommended oil: SHELL TF 0870.

0.65 Quarts (0.62 litres)

Engine)

Braking system

Synthetic fluid: USA FMVSS n. 116 DOT 4, ISO 4925

Class 4, JIS K 2233 Class 5, AS/NZ 1960 Class 3, SAE

J1704, CUNA NC 956-01.

Recommended fluid: PETRONAS Tutela Brake Fluid

TOP4.

CAUTION!

For each oil refilling and/or replacement, please contact the Authorized Maserati Dealer.

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Features and Specifications

Component

Quantity

Approved Product Specifications

Air conditioning system

dual zone: 26.1 oz +/-0.7 oz

Coolant: r134a.

(740 gr +/-20 gr)

four-zone: 31.4 oz +/-0.7 oz

(890 gr +/-20 gr)

(*) No scheduled maintenance expected.

Engine Oil Identification

Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE

Symbol

Grade)

CAUTION!

This symbol means that the oil

SAE 5W-40 engine oil is recommended

To guarantee vehicle’s integrity and

has been certified by the

for all operating temperatures.

maintain performance level always use

American Petroleum Institute

The engine oil filler cap also shows the

genuine parts approved and

(API). Maserati only

recommended engine oil viscosity for

recommended by Maserati.

recommends API Certified engine oils.

your engine. For information on

engine oil filler cap location, refer to

chapter “Maintenance Procedures” in

CAUTION!

section 7.

Do not use chemical flushes in your

Lubricants that do not have both the

engine oil as the chemicals can

engine oil certification mark and the

damage your engine. Damage caused

correct SAE viscosity grade number

by use of non-approved chemicals is

should not be used.

not covered by the new Vehicle

Limited Warranty.

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Features and Specifications

Fuel Consumption

The fuel consumption values shown

(miles per gallon) are established

using EPA test guidelines.

Quattroporte GTS (V8 Engine)

Quattroporte S Q4 (V6 Engine)

City

13 MPG

15 MPG

Highway

22 MPG

24 MPG

Combined

16 MPG

18 MPG

CAUTION!

The type of route, traffic and weather

conditions, driving style, general

condition of the vehicle,

equipment/accessories in the vehicle,

use of the air conditioning system,

vehicle load and other items or

situations which may negatively affect

the vehicle aerodynamics or wind

resistance lead to consumption ratios

differing from the indicated ones.

NOTE:

The specifications described above can

change without prior notification.

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Features and Specifications

Technical data

Engine

Data

Quattroporte GTS (V8 Engine)

Quattroporte S Q4 (V6 Engine)

Cylinder number and position

8 - 90° V

6- 60° V

Number of valves per cylinder

Bore x stroke

86.5 x 80.8 mm

86.5 x 84.5 mm

Total displacement

3,799 cm³

2,979 cm³

Compression ratio

9.5 : 1

9.7 : 1

Maximum power output (EC)

390 kW - 523 HP

302 kW - 404 HP

- corresponding RPM

6,700 g/min

5,500 g/min

Peak torque (EC)

480 ft-lb (650 N-m)

406 ft-lb (550 N-m)

- corresponding RPM

2,000 - 4,000 RPM

4,500 - 5,000 RPM

(*) Overboost torque (EC)

524 ft-lb (710 N-m)

406 ft-lb (550 N-m)

- corresponding RPM

2,250 - 3,500 RPM

1,750 - 5,000 RPM

(*) Overboost function is available when Sport mode is selected and throttle, load and transmission parameters are

reached.

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Features and Specifications

Properties

Timing

The timing system uses two overhead camshafts with timing variator.

Timing system control

Timing chain.

Supply

Over-supplied with turbocompressor and related intercooler for each bank.

Injection - Ignition

High pressure 2900 PSI (200 bar) direct fuel injection system. Static ignition with digital

electronic control system included and controlled by a single microprocessor ECU.

Transmission

Brakes

Suspension

ZF automatic transmission with 8

4-wheel ventilated disc brakes.

Double-wishbone independent front

gears, torque converter, lock-up clutch

Front brake disc diameter: 15 in / 380

suspension.

and anti-slip function.

mm (V8 Engine), 14.2 in / 360 mm (V6

Multilink independent rear

Sequential and traditional control

Engine).

suspension.

type.

Rear brake disc diameter: 13.8 in (350

Skyhook adaptive damping with

TRANSAXLE-type transmission.

mm).

electronically-controlled shock

Traction system equipped with rear

The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) acts

absorbers.

self-locking differential.

on the rear wheels.

Steering

Speed-sensitive hydraulic power

steering with cooling system.

Turning Circle = 38.7 ft (11.8 m)

No. of steering wheel turns = 1.37 (to

the left and right).

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Features and Specifications

Wheels

NOTE:

• Maserati recommends Maserati Genuine Tires marked with “MGT” logo specifically designed for its models.

• In order to maintain high performance and safety level, Maserati recommends to use tires equivalent to the original size.

WARNING!

• The maximum speed reachable with the tires is indicated by the tire manufacturer. Always comply with the regulations

in force in the Country you are driving in.

• Never exceed the maximum speed indicated for the tires: failure to respect the max. speed may damage these tires.

Danger: risk of accident!

Allowed tires size with standard wheel rims

Quattroporte GTS (V8 Engine)

Quattroporte S Q4 (V6 Engine)

Light alloy rims

20” x 8,5J (front)

19” x 8,5J (front)

20” x 10,5J (rear)

19” x 10J (rear)

- Front tires

245/40 ZR 20 (99Y) XL

245/45 ZR 19 (98Y)

- Rear tires

285/35 ZR 20 (100Y)

275/40 ZR 19 (101Y)

- Front winter tires

245/40 ZR 20 99V XL M+S

245/45 ZR 19 98V M+S

- Rear winter tires

285/35 ZR 20 100V M+S

275/40 ZR 19 101V M+S

- Front all-season tires

245/45 ZR 19 98V M+S

- Rear all-season tires

275/40 ZR 19 101V M+S

Light alloy spare rim

18” x 6J

- Spare tire

175/50 R 18

296

Features and Specifications

Allowed tires size with optional wheel rims

For all models

Light alloy rims

19” x 8,5J (front)

19” x 10J (rear)

- Front tires

245/45 ZR 19 (98Y)

- Rear tires

275/40 ZR 19 (101Y)

- Front winter tires

245/45 ZR 19 98V M+S

- Rear winter tires

275/40 ZR 19 101V M+S

Light alloy rims

20” x 8,5J (front)

20” x 10,5J (rear)

- Front tires

245/40 ZR 20 (99Y) XL

- Rear tires

285/35 ZR 20 (100Y)

- Front winter tires

245/40 ZR 20 99V XL M+S

- Rear winter tires

285/35 ZR 20 100V M+S

Light alloy rims

21” x 8,5J (front)

21” x 10,5J (rear)

- Front tires

245/35 ZR 21 (96Y) XL

- Rear tires

285/30 ZR 21 (100Y) XL

- Front winter tires

245/35 ZR 21 96W XL M+S

- Rear winter tires

285/30 ZR 21 100W XL M+S

297

Features and Specifications

Performance

Quattroporte GTS (V8 Engine)

Quattroporte S Q4 (V6 Engine)

Maximum speed

191 mph (307 km/h)

176 mph (283 km/h)

Accelerations from 0 to 100 km/h

4.7 seconds

4.9 seconds

Weights

Quattroporte GTS (V8 Engine)

Quattroporte S Q4 (V6 Engine)

Unladen vehicle weight (with tank and

4,495 lb (°)

4,607 lb (°)

reservoirs filled, tools and accessories)

Approved Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

5,595 lb

(GVWR)

(2,643 lb front axle - 2,952 lb rear axle)

(°) Base configuration without options.

Dimensions

Wheel base

124.8 in (3,171 mm)

Total length

207.2 in (5,262 mm)

Width without mirrors

76.7 in (1,948 mm)

Width with mirrors

82.6 in (2,100 mm)

Front track

64.3 in (1,634 mm)

Rear track

64.8 in (1,647 mm)

Front overhang

38.1 in (968 mm)

Rear overhang

44.2 in (1,123 mm)

Height

58.3 in (1,481 mm)

Trunk volume

18.7 cu. ft. (530 l)

298

Features and Specifications

Tire Inflation Pressure

Cold tire inflation pressure value under the following loading conditions listed in the table below:

• PLC (Partial Loading Condition): considering 2 passengers + luggage.

• FLC (Full Loading Condition): considering 4 or 5 passengers + luggage.

(°) Speed driving higher than

124 mph (200 km/h)

Load

PLC

FLC

PLC - FLC

Wheel (°°)

Front and rear

Pressure

32 PSI (2.2 bar)

38 PSI (2.6 bar)

Spare tire pressure

51 PSI (3.5 bar)

(°) Not for winter and all-season tires.

(°°) All sizes.

NOTE:

• The pressure values indicated in the table are also reported on the driver-side door pillar information label.

• For more information about the pressure check methods, see “Tires - General Information” in section 5.

WARNING!

• Improperly inflated tires are dangerous and can cause collisions.

• Under-inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire overheating and failure.

• Over-inflation reduces a tire's ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and chuckholes can cause damage that

results in tire failure.

• Over-inflated or under-inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of vehicle control.

• Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems. You could lose control of your vehicle.

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Features and Specifications

(Continued)

• Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.

• Always drive with each tire inflated to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure.

• Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can cause serious damage to

wheels, tires, and suspension parts. This is more likely to occur with low-profile tires, which provide less cushioning

between the wheel and the road. Be careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, especially if your vehicle is

equipped with low-profile tires.

300

Index

Abbreviations

Dual-zone Controls

173

Maintenance Free Battery

267

ABS (Anti Lock Brake System)

203

Filter Replacement

265

To disconnect the Battery

268

Accessories

Four-Zone Climate Control

177

To reconnect the Battery

269

Aftermarket Parts and Accessories

Four-zone Controls

177

BeltAlert system

Statement

Alarm, Panic

Bluetooth

169

Accident, in the event of

237

Alarm, Vehicle Security

Bodywork

281

AFS (Advanced Frontlighting

ALR (Automatic Locking Retractor). .57

Bodywork Maintenance

281

System)

104

Armrest, rear

Brakes

295

Air bag

Assistance

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . .203

Advanced Front Air Bag

Assistance, if you need

Brake and Stability Control

Properties

ATC (Automatic Temperature

System (ESC)

203

Air Bag Deployment Result

Control)

176

Brake Assist System (BAS)

204

Air Bag Deployment Sensors and

Audio Controls

159

Brake Fluid Level Check

261

Controls

MTC Side Audio Controls

160

Brake System

203

Air Bag System Components

Steering Wheel Audio Controls . .159

Manual Release of Parking

Air Bag System Maintenance

Audio System

161

Brake

243

Air Bag Warning Light

Audio

168

Parking Brake

198

Front Air Bag Inflator Units

CD Player

160

Release after Battery

Supplemental Restraint System

Automatic Transmission

186

Disconnection

244

(SRS)

Automatic Transmission Controls.187

Using the Brakes

206

Supplemental Seat-mounted Side

Automatic Transmission Range . .189

Bulb Replacement

275

Air Bags (SAB)

Drive Mode

192

Courtesy Lights (Below Door) . . .277

Supplemental Side Air Bag

Gear Shift Indicator Light

196

Front Headlights

276

Inflatable Curtain (SABIC)

I C E Mode excluding ESC

197

License Plate Lights

277

Transport of persons with

Manual Release of Transmission .249

Light Clusters Bulbs

disability

Transmission Malfunction

197

Replacement

276

Air Conditioning System

Aux and USB Port

117

Tail-Light Clusters Light Bulbs . . .276

(A/C System)

172

Trunk Light

278

A/C System Maintenance

278

BAS (Brake Assist System)

204

Air Conditioning Controls

172

Battery

267

CD / DVD

170

Air Conditioning Distribution . . .131

Battery remote Posts Position . . .247

CD / DVD Slot

158

Automatic Temperature Control

Battery Statement

285

CD Player

160

(ATC)

176

Jump start Procedure

246

Child Restraint Systems

302

Index

Children too large for Booster

Components

Safe Driving

230

Seats

Data, Technical

294

DRL (Daytime Running Light)

104

Infants and Child Restraints

Defroster

Installing Child Restraint Systems

Doors

EDR (Event Data Recorder)

using the Vehicle Seat Belt

Automatic Locking Doors

Electronic Cruise Control

208

equipped with ALR

Child Protection Door Lock

Emergency

Lower Anchors and Tether for

System

Emergency Fuel Filler Door

Children (LATCH)

Doors Locking

Release

229

Older Children and Child

Doors Manual Lock

Emergency Kit

238

Restraints

Front Doors Components

First Aid Kit

238

Tips on getting the most out

Lock/Unlock Door Flashlight

Hazard Warning Light/Flasher . .110

of your child restraint

Manual Door Lock from Outside .42

In the Event of an Accident

237

Climate Control

173

Power Doors Locking/Unlocking . .38

Jump Starting

246

Clock, analog

165

Rear Doors Components

Tool Kit

236

Console

Unlock Doors from the Driver

Towing a Vehicle

249

Central Console

Side

Trunk Lid Emergency Release

Components/Features

Unlock Doors from the Passenger

Engine

Front Console Components

Side

Engine Air Filter Replacement . .265

Instrument Panel on the Rear

Unlock Driver Door/All Doors with

Engine Coolant Level Check

260

Central Console

Remote Key 1 Press

Engine Lid

Power Outlet Inside the Central

Unlock Power Doors and Trunk Lid

Engine Oil Level Check

263

Console

115

with Key Fob

Engine Overheating

238

Cruise Control

208

Unlock the Doors and Fuel Filler

Engine Start Failure

185

Electronic Speed Control

Door

Engine Turn Off

186

(Cruise Control)

208

“Drive Away Inhibit” strategy

202

Normal Starting of the Engine . .184

Cup Holders

116

Driving Conditions

229

Use of the Engine

206

Front Seats Cup Holders

116

Driving at Night

230

Engine Lid

Power Outlet Inside the Cup

Driving in Fog

231

Open and Close the Engine Lid

. .51

Holders

114

Driving in the Mountains

231

Trunk and Engine Lid Ajar

Rear Seats Cup Holders

117

Driving in the Rain

230

Indicators

154

Driving on Snow or Ice

231

Entertainment, Rear Seats

121

Dashboard

Driving through Flooded

EPB (Electric Parking Brake)

198

Compartments

171

Sections

232

303

Index

ESC (Electronic Stability Control). . .203

Illuminated Entry/ Exit

Steering Fluid Level Check

264

Immobilizer (Sentry Key)

Transmission Oil Check

264

Filters

Infotainment System

157

Lights

101

A/C System Air Filter

Instrument Cluster

136

Adaptive Bi-Xenon Headlights

.104

Replacement

265

Interiors

114

AFS Adaptive Headlights

104

Engine Air Filter Replacement. . .265

Components between

Automatic Headlights

103

Fuel

the Rear Seats

Bulb Replacement

275

Carbon Monoxide Warning

227

Interior Components

Dimmer Controls

109

Emergency Fuel Filler Door

Interior Maintenance and Care . .283

Dome Lights

109

Release

229

iPod connection

118

DRL Daytime Running Lights . . .104

Emissions Inspection and

Entry/Exit Illumination

107

Maintenance Programs

256

Jump Start Procedure

247

Exterior Lights

101

Fuel Consumption

293

Fog Lights

105

Fuel Requirements

225

Key Fob

Hazard Warning Light/Flashers . .110

Fuel System Warnings

226

Key Fob Battery Replacement

Headlights

103

Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends

226

Preventing Inadvertent Locking

Headlights On With Wipers

112

Low Fuel Indicator

155

of key fob RKE Transmitter Inside

Headlight Time Delay

103

Materials Added to Fuel

226

the Vehicle

High Beam and Flashing

106

MMT in Gasoline

226

Replacement

Integrated External Rear View

Reformulated Gasoline

225

Requiring and setting Additional

Mirror Lights

110

Fuses

271

Key Fobs

Interior Lights

107

Fuses Replacement

271

Unlock Power Doors and Trunk

Light Switch

101

Integrated Power Module

272

Lid with Key Fob

SmartBeam System

104

Rear Power Distribution Center. .274

Keyless Ignition Device

Turn Signal

106

Keys

Vehicle Headlights Switch

Head Restraints

Sentry Key Immobilizer System . . .24

Function

rear head restraints

Loading the Vehicle

122

HomeLink

126

Level Checks

260

Loading with Rear Seatbacks

Security

130

Brake Fluid Level Check

261

Down

123

Troubleshooting Tips

130

Coolant Transmission and

Vehicle Load Carrying Capacity . .122

Using HomeLink

130

Hydraulic Steering System Fluid

Vehicle Loading

122

HSA (Hill Start Assist)

205

Level Check

265

Engine Oil Level Check

260

Maintenance

304

Index

A/C System Maintenance

278

Customer Programmable

Failure Indication

201

Air Bag System Maintenance

Features

163

Manual Engagement/

Bodywork Maintenance

281

Display

164

Disengagement

199

Emissions Inspection and

Doors and Locks

167

Manual Release of Parking

Maintenance Programs

256

Engine Off

168

Brake

243

Interior Maintenance and Care. .283

Lights

166

Release after Battery

Maintenance Procedures

257

MTC Settings

162

Disconnection

244

Periodic Maintenance

255

MTC Side Audio Controls

160

ParkSense

Scheduled Maintenance Service .252

Phone/Bluetooth

169

Park Assist

Scheduled Service Plan

253

Radio Operation

160

ParkView (Camera)

Sunroof Maintenance

126

Remote Audio Controls

159

ParkView Rear Back Up Camera

Wheels Maintenance

279

Safety and Driving Assistance . . .165

Passive Entry System

Maserati Roadside Assistance

Sirius XM Setup

170

Pets, transporting

Program

Steering Wheel Audio Controls

.159

Phone

169

Messages (TFT Display)

142

Tools and Hard Controls

158

Phone and Voice Controls on

MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light). .138

Touch Screen Keys

159

Steering Wheel

180

Mirrors

Phone Mode

180

External Mirrors

On Board Diagnostic System

207

Voice Commands

181

Integrated External Rear View

On Board Diagnostic System -

Phone/Bluetooth

169

Mirror Lights

110

OBD II

255

Power Outlets

114

Internal Rear View Mirror

100

ORC (Occupant Restraint

Electric Power Outlet

114

Mirrors Positioning

Controller)

Power Outlet Inside the Central

Rear View Mirrors

Console

115

Tilt Mirrors in Reverse

100

Panic Alarm

Power Outlet Inside the Cup

MTC System (Maserati Touch

Park Assist

Holder

114

Control)

157

Enabling and Disabling

Power Outlet inside the Trunk . .115

Audio

168

Park Assist Sensors

Audio System

161

Servicing Park Assist System

Refillings

290

Auto-On Comfort and Remote

Warning Messages Display

Refilling Capacities

290

Start

168

Parking

201

Remote Audio Controls

159

CD Player

160

Parking Brake

198

Remote Start System

Controls

158

Deactivating Automatic

Restraint System

Operation

200

Child Restraint Systems

305

Index

Occupant Restraint System

Using the Seat Belt in Automatic

Start

184

RKE (Remote Keyless Entry)

Locking Retractor (ALR) Mode . . .57

Engine Start Failure

185

Transmitter

Seats

Normal Starting of the Engine . .184

Pairing Remote Keyless Entry

Comfort Luxury Rear Seats

Steering Lock

Transmitter to Seats Memory

Components between the Rear

Steering Wheel

Radio Frequency RKE Transmitter .35

Seats

Heated Steering Wheel

Roadside Assistance Program

Driver Memory Seat

Phone and Voice Controls on

Easy Entry/Exit Seats

Steering Wheel

180

Safety

Front Heated Seats

Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering

Child Restraint Systems

Front Power Seats

Wheel

NHTSA Toll-free Auto Safety

Front Seats Cup Holders

116

Stored, Vehicle

284

Hotline

Front Ventilated Seats

Stuck Vehicle, freeing

245

Occupant Restraint System

Memory Profiles Setting

Sunroof

124

Reporting Safety Defects

Pairing Remote Keyless Entry

Closing Sunroof

125

Scheduled Maintenance Service . . .252

Transmitter to Seats Memory

Pinch Protect Feature

125

Scheduled Service Plan

253

Power Lumbar Seats

Power Sunroof with Sunshade . .124

SD Memory Card and CD/DVD

170

Rear Armrest

Slide Opening Sunroof

125

Seat Belt

Rear Head Restraints

Sunroof Maintenance

126

Automatic Locking Retractor

Rear Seats

Venting Sunroof

125

(ALR) Mode

Rear Seats Cup Holders

117

Sunshades

Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder

Rear Seats Entertainment

121

Power Sunshades

System (BeltAlert)

Rear Side Heated Seats

Power Sunshades on Rear

Passenger Seat Belts

Seat Adjustment

Window

Seat Belts and Pregnant Women. .59

Seat Setting Devices

Power Sunshades on the Rear

Seat Belts Pretensioners

Service

Doors Windows

Three-Point Seat Belts

SmartBeam system

104

Symbols

Three-Point Seat Belts Height

Smoking Kit

119

Danger symbols

Adjustment

Snow Chains

219

Symbols of prohibitions and

Three-Point Seat Belts Untwisting

Spare parts service

compulsory measures

Procedure

Genuine parts

Three-Point Seat Belts Use

Scheduled maintenance

TCS (Traction Control System)

204

Instructions

SRS (Supplemental Restraint

Technical Data

294

System)

306

Index

Tell tales

Transmitter, RKE

Warranty Information

Tell tales on Rev Counter

140

Preventing Inadvertent Locking of

Wheels

279

TFT Display

142

key fob RKE Transmitter Inside the

Wheels Maintenance

279

Main and Submenu

143

Vehicle

Windows

Messages on Main Display Area .151

Radio Frequency RKE Transmitter .35

Auto-Down Feature

TFT (Thin Film Transistor)

142

Trunk

Auto-Up Feature with Anti-Pinch

Tires

To enter the Trunk

Protection

Change a Tire

239

To unlatch the Trunk

Defroster

Compact spare tire

219

Trunk Compartment Operation . .49

Power Windows

Department of Transportation

Trunk Lid Emergency Release from

Rear Window

Uniform Tire Quality Grades

215

inside the Trunk

Reset Auto-Up/Down

General Information

211

Trunk Safety

Window and Sunshade Lockout

Inflation Pressure

299

Trunk Lid

Button

Punctured Tire

239

Trunk and Engine Lid Ajar

Windshield Wipers and Washers

.111

Replacement

217

Indicators

154

Adding Washer, Headlight

Snow Chains

219

Trunk Lid Emergency Release from

Washer Fluid

262

Tire Pressure

216

inside the Trunk

Headlight On with Wipers

112

Tire Pressure Checkup

216

Rain Sensing Wipers

112

Tire Pressure Low Warning

222

Updating

Windshield and Headlight

TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring

Washers

113

System

220

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .18

Windshield and Wiper

Tread Wear Indicators

217

Labels

Maintenance

266

Winter Tires

218

Voice Commands

181

Windshield Wipers

111

Tool Kit

236

Wipers Blades Maintenance

112

Towing

249

Warning icons

Towing the Vehicle

249

Warning Lights

Vehicle Towing Conditions

249

Air Bag Warning Light

TPMS System

220

TFT Display

142

Tire Pressure Low Warning

222

Warning Lights on Analog

TPMS Deactivation

224

Instrument

137

Transmission Manual Release

Warnings when driving

of P (Park) Position

245

Warranty

Accessories

307

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