Levante
Owner's Manual
Dear Customer,
thank you for choosing a Maserati.
This vehicle represents the result of Maserati's great experience in the design and production of sports, touring and racing
vehicles.
The purpose of this manual is to provide you with an understanding of the equipment, systems and controls of the vehicle
and to explain how they work.
Consulting this manual you will acquaint yourself with the equipment and optional properties of your Maserati in order to
take best advantage of all its potential.
Before driving your vehicle for the first time, we suggest reading the printed Quick Guide carefully in order to quickly
acquaint with commands and functions of your vehicle. You can consult this Owner's Manual and the Maserati Touch
Control Plus guide directly from the dashboard touch screen display of your vehicle.
The updated version of the on-board documentation can be consulted by accessing the section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.
In a dedicated section of this manual you will also find instructions for basic maintenance procedures, in order to ensure
steady levels of performance, quality and safe driving.
In addition, keep in mind that proper maintenance is an essential factor to help preserve the value of the vehicle over time
and protect the environment.
For “Scheduled Maintenance” or any other operations, we recommend to contact the Maserati Service Network: you can
trust our trained technical staff, who is constantly updated and provided with the required equipment in order to ensure
that all service operations are performed properly and reliably.
The Quick guide and other documents contained in on-board documentation Kit are integral part of the vehicle and
should always be kept on board.
You can purchase a printed copy of the documents visible on dashboard touch screen display at your dealer of the Service
Network.
Maserati is committed to protect the environment and natural resources; this is why we chose to develop Owner’s
documentation in digital format instead of printing paper, thus reducing consumption of materials deriving from wood.
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Introduction
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Before Starting
2
Understanding the Vehicle
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Dashboard Instruments and Controls
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Driving
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In an Emergency
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Maintenance and Care
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Features and Specifications
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Index
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Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Updating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Service and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Spare Parts Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Warnings when Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Vehicle Identification Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
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Consulting the manual
This Manual illustrates maintenance
and use information related to
gasoline motorization models (3.8 V8
and 3.0 V6), indicated as “Gasoline”,
and diesel motorization model (3.0
V6), indicated as “Diesel”. If not
otherwise specified, the information is
valid for all models.
For an easy identification of the topics,
this Manual is divided into sections
and chapters: each chapter can have
more paragraphs.
Within the text, important warnings
and notes are also easily identifiable
through icons.
WARNING!
Failure to comply with the instructions
could cause HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
involving personal and vehicle safety.
ENVIRONMENTAL!
This note indicates the correct
behaviour when using the vehicle to
protect the environment.
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CAUTION!
Aimed at preventing any damage to
the vehicle and thus hazards involving
the safety of persons.
NOTE:
Additional information regarding
the subject and/or the operation
described.
• In the images the vehicle is
represented in the base version.
On other versions, some part or
equipment may differ from those
shown in the images.
• “Left” and “right” in this manual,
always refer to the driving direction.
• All indications and images in this
Manual refer to a vehicle with
left-hand drive. On right-hand
drive vehicles, some controls are
ordered differently than shown in
the illustrations.
• If not otherwise specified, the
instrument cluster shown in the
images belongs to the 3.0 V6 gasoline
motorization model – however the
indications given are also valid for all
the other motorization models.
• If not otherwise specified, the
instrument cluster shown in the
images is the version with the
speedometer in km/h – however the
indications given are also valid for
the version in mph.
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Abbreviations
EBD
Some descriptions and terms with
particular meanings are found in this
manual in abbreviated form.
A/C
Air-Conditioning system.
ABA
SABIC
ECU
Electronic Brake-force
Distribution.
Electronic Control Unit.
EPB
Electric Parking Brake.
SRS
EPS
Electric Power Steering.
Advanced Brake Assist.
ESC
Electronic Stability Control.
ABS
Anti-Lock Braking System.
FCW
Forward Collision Warning.
ABSA
Active Blind Spot Assist.
GPF
Gasoline Particulate Filter.
ACC
Adaptive Cruise Control.
HAS
Highway Assist.
ADAS
HBA
HDC
Hydraulic Brake Assistance.
Hill Descent Control.
HSA
Hill Start Assist.
ALR
Advanced Driver Assistance
Systems.
Advanced Frontlighting
System.
Automatic Locking Retractor.
I.C.E.
AQS
Air Quality Sensor.
LKA
Increased Control and
Efficiency.
Lane Keeping Assist.
ATC
MIL
Malfunction Indicator Light.
AWD
Automatic Temperature
Control.
All-Wheel Drive.
MTC+
Maserati Touch Control Plus.
BAS
Brake Assist System.
ORC
BSA
Blind Spot Assist.
BTO
Brake Throttle Override.
CAN
Controller Area Network.
RAB
Occupant Restraint
Controller.
Pedestrian Emergency
Braking.
Ready Alert Braking.
CC
Cruise Control.
RCP
Rear Cross Path.
CRS
Child Restraint System.
RHD
Right-Hand Drive.
DPF
Diesel Particulate Filter.
RKE
Remote Keyless Entry.
DRL
Daytime Running Lights.
ROM
Roll-Over Mitigation.
SAB
Side Air Bag.
AFS
PEB
SBR
Supplemental Side Air Bag
Inflatable Curtains.
Seat Belt Reminder.
TCS
Supplemental Restraint
System.
Traction Control System.
TFT
Thin Film Transistor.
TPMS
TSA
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System.
Traffic Sign Assist.
TSM
Trailer Sway Mitigation.
VIN
Vehicle Identification
Number.
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Updating
Service and Warranty
The vehicle's high quality level
is guaranteed by constant
improvements. Therefore, there may
prove to be differences between this
manual and your vehicle.
Maserati reserves the right to carry out
design and functional changes and to
achieve additions or improvements
without incurring any obligation to
update previously manufactured
vehicles.
The Owner's Manual illustrates and
describes all versions of the current
vehicle model. Therefore, some of
the equipment and accessories in
this publication may not appear on
your vehicle; please only consider the
information related to your vehicle.
All specifications and illustrations
contained in this manual refer to the
Manual publishing date.
The information provided in this
manual is limited to instructions
and indications that are strictly
required for vehicle use and proper
maintenance.
By following these instructions
carefully the vehicle will certainly meet
the owner's satisfaction and the best
results.
We also advise you to have all the
maintenance services and inspections
carried at the Service Network.
Please be advised that Maserati
recommends to address to the Official
Service Network , which is available
in the official Maserati website
(www.maserati.com).
All features and accessories installed
on the vehicle have been designed
by Maserati engineers and have
successfully passed rigorous tests,
submitted in all conditions of use.
Installing aftermarket accessories not
approved by Maserati may interfere
with the vehicle electronics and
compromise driving safety.
For details and information about
the warranty, please refer to the
“Warranty Card”.
NOTE:
Can be consulted by accessing the
section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.
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The Maserati Service Network is
at your complete disposal for any
information and suggestions.
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Spare Parts Service
Symbols
With genuine parts you keep the
reliability, comfort and performance
features of your new car unchanged in
time.
For service and scheduled maintenance
Maserati suggests you to ask for
genuine parts since they are the result
of constant research and development,
reliability test and new technologies,
as well as they are specifically designed
for this vehicle.
There are specific colored plates on
or near some of the components on
your Maserati designed to attract
user’s attention. Important warnings
concerning all specific devices that the
user must consider are reported on the
internal lid cover central label (see
“Vehicle Identification Data” in this
section).
All symbols reported on the plate
and inside the vehicle, as well as
the component for which the
symbols stand, are summarized in
the following list. These symbols are
divided into categories according to
their meaning.
Genuine Accessories
The Maserati Genuine Accessories
are the perfect combination of
design and functionality. Each detail
and characteristic of the items are
tailor-made with the highest quality
represented by the Maserati Trident.
Severe Technical and Quality Tests are
performed to approve each product.
To fully exploit the vehicle's
performance and versatility, discover
the wide range of approved
accessories that can be added to the
car.
The Maserati Service Network is
at your complete disposal for any
information about this "Genuine
Accessories" product range.
Danger Symbols
Battery
Corrosive liquid.
Battery
Explosion.
Blower
May start automatically
even with engine off.
Coolant expansion tank
Do not open cap with
engine warm.
Coil - headlights
High voltage.
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Belts and pulleys
Moving parts, keep body
and clothing clear.
Air-conditioning lines
High pressure gas, do not
open.
Symbols of Prohibitions and
Compulsory Measures
Battery
Keep away from flames.
Battery
Keep out of children’s
reach.
Heat guards - belts pulleys - fans
Do not touch.
Battery
Wear eye protection.
Battery - jack
Refer to the owner manual.
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Warning Symbols
Engine - Engine Oil
Refilling Plug
Engine oil. We recommend
you use oil with the
characteristics indicated
in chapter "Refillings"
in section "Features and
Specifications".
Brake fluid tank
Brake fluid type DOT
4. Do not exceed max.
level. We recommend
you use fluid with the
characteristics indicated
in chapter "Refillings"
in section "Features and
Specifications".
Radiator coolant expansion
tank
Use antifreeze liquid
for radiators with the
characteristics indicated
in chapter "Refillings"
in section "Features and
Specifications".
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Windshield washer tank
Windshield washer.
We recommend you
use liquid with the
characteristics indicated
in chapter "Refillings"
in section "Features and
Specifications".
Warnings when Driving
Your driving skills will improve with
experience, but be especially careful
at the beginning. Always comply with
local traffic regulations wherever you
drive.
This vehicle is also suitable for offroad use, using the dedicated controls
and functions to obtain the optimum
balance to safely face the situations
that this kind of route may pose.
We recommend you to start gradually
in order to acquire the necessary
expertise and the perfect control of
the vehicle. Follow the indications
contained in chapter "Off-road Drive"
in section “Driving” for information
concerning the off-road use of the
vehicle.
Failure to operate this vehicle correctly
may result in loss of control or a
collision.
Operating this vehicle at excessive
speed or in an altered state or
while intoxicated may result in loss
of control, going off the road, or
overturning. In all these situations a
collision with other vehicles or objects
is more likely to happen with the risk
to cause an accident that may lead to
serious injury.
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In case of an accident, failure to
use seat belts causes the driver and
passengers a greater risk of injury or
death.
This Owner's Manual contains
warnings against operating procedures
that could result in a collision or injury
or damage to the environment. It also
contains cautions against procedures
that could damage the vehicle.
If you do not entirely read this manual,
you may miss important information. If
you do not entirely read this manual,
you may miss important information.
WARNING!
• It is the driver’s responsibility to
operate the vehicle in a safe way: if
you are distracted while driving you
can lose control and cause serious
accidents.
• Maserati strongly recommends to
use particular care when operating
the features and tools that may take
the attention off the road.
• Mobile phones, PCs, portable audio
devices or other features operated
improperly while the vehicle is
moving can be very dangerous and
can cause serious accidents.
• It is very dangerous to send text
messages while driving, do so only
when the vehicle is not moving.
• In some Countries the use of mobile
phone when driving is forbidden: it
is the driver’s sole responsibility to
respect local regulations.
• ROLL-OVER WARNING In normal
conditions, this vehicle is
characterised by a greater ground
clearance than the vehicles designed
for road use only. This characteristic
allows to deal with off-road routes
as well, by maintaining all the
driveability features and the
performance of a sports car, but it
makes it more prone to roll-over
in case of loss of control. It is
important, for the safety of the
occupants and the integrity of the
vehicle, to face driving situations on
road and off-road avoiding severe
turns or leaning over and abrupt
manoeuvres carried out at high
speed that might cause the loss
of control of the vehicle and the
possible roll-over. The use of seat
belts is essential in any driving
situation. In case of roll-over, the
driver and the passengers that do
not wear the seat belts are more
likely to be injured than those who
wear them correctly.
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CAUTION!
If battery charge is too low, proper
function of some electric/electronic
components may not be guaranteed. It
is necessary to recharge the battery in
order to allow all vehicle’s components
and systems to function correctly.
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Vehicle Identification Data
Vehicle Identification Number
The VIN Number is also visible from
the outside through the windshield on
the front left corner of the dashboard.
The vehicle's identification number
(VIN) is punched on the foot platform,
in front of the right passenger rear
seat.
NOTE:
When ordering spare parts or making
inquiries, always quote the vehicle
identification number.
To read the number, lift the mat and
slide the guard.
Warning and Identification
Labels
Overview Label with Cautions and
Warning Notes
On this label attached centrally on
the internal side of the hood cover,
you can identify all cautions, warning
notes and symbols that are also
reported on some parts/components of
the vehicle.
For further information refer to
“Symbols” in this section.
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Passenger Air Bag Labels
The labels are applied on the external
side of passenger's sun visor and below
it, on the dome.
Danger Restart Engine with Hood
Open Label
The label is applied on the upper right
side of the hood.
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Vehicle Identification Label
The label is fitted on the rear driver
door's ledge and it shows the
following details.
• Manufacturer's name.
• Homologation number.
• Serial Number (V.I.N.).
• Maximum admissible weight.
• Maximum admissible weight on first
(front) axle.
• Maximum admissible weight on
second (rear) axle.
• Engine type.
• Vehicle version code.
• Assembly number.
Tire Information Label (Australia
market)
This paper label is applied on the
driver’s side rear door pillar.
Trailer Towing Information Label
(Australia market)
The label is applied inside the driver’s
door on the rear lower corner.
Paint Identification Label
The label is applied on the lower left
side of the hood.
Fuel Warning Label - Gasoline Engines
The label is applied inside the fuel
filler door.
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Gasoline
Fuel Warning Label - Diesel Engine
The labels are applied inside the fuel
filler door.
Diesel
NOTE:
On the cars of some markets, inside
the fuel filler door, there may be
another label indicating to use only
Low Sulphur Premium Diesel.
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Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sentry Key® Immobilizer System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Security Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Illuminated Entry/Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unlock the Vehicle with Key fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requiring and Setting Additional Key fobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Start System (for versions/markets where provided) . . . . . . . . . . .
Doors Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Passive Entry System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Sunshades on Rear Door Windows (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Open and Close the Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Open and Close the Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Occupants Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transporting Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Park Assist (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Parking Camera (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Surround View Camera System (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Keys
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The vehicle is equipped with a Remote
Keyless Entry transmitter and a Keyless
Ignition Node, to enter, start and
protect the vehicle.
The Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) has
three operating setups indicated on
the outer ring. Pressing and releasing
the middle button, you can switch
from one setup to the next without
starting the engine, the switched on
indication will turn amber.
The engine will start by pushing the
centre button START/STOP with the
brake pedal pressed and the device set
in any of the three operating setups.
In case the ignition switch does not
change by pushing a button, the RKE
transmitter (key fob) may have a low
or discharged battery. If this occurs it
is necessary to replace the battery in
order to operate the ignition switch
(see “Requiring and Setting Additional
Key fobs” in this section).
It is still possible to operate the
ignition device using the key fob RKE
transmitter with discharged battery by
pressing the nose side (side opposite of
the emergency key) of the key fob on
the START/STOP button.
Key Fob
Keyless Ignition Device
This device allows the driver to
operate the ignition switch with the
push of a button, as long as the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter
is inside the vehicle.
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The vehicle is provided with two
programmed key fobs.
The key fob also contains the Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter and an
emergency key.
The emergency key allows to open the
vehicle by inserting into the lock of the
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opening handle on the driver's door,
in case the battery of the vehicle or
the key fob are discharged.
NOTE:
You can insert either side of the
emergency key into the lock cylinder.
Shift Ignition Device to OFF
Alert
You can keep the emergency key with
you when using valet parking.
To remove the emergency key:
• hold the mechanical latch on the
back of the key fob sideways;
• simultaneously remove the
emergency key by sliding laterally
towards the end of the key fob.
Opening the driver's door to exit the
vehicle when the ignition device is set
in ACC or RUN (engine not running),
a beep will remind you to cycle the
ignition to OFF.
In addition to the acoustic signal a
dedicated message is displayed on the
instrument cluster.
If the ignition device is left in the ACC
or RUN position, when vehicle is locked
the system will turn off the instrument
cluster and automatically set ignition
device to OFF.
With the MTC+ System, the power
window switches, radio, power
sunroof (optional), and power outlets
will remain active for up to 10 minutes
after the ignition switch is cycled to
the OFF position. Opening either
front door will cancel this feature, it
is possible to set the timing of this
feature.
NOTE:
Refer to “MTC+ Settings” in Section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further information.
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WARNING!
When leaving the vehicle, always
remove the key fob and lock your
vehicle.
Never leave children alone in
a vehicle, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle.
Do not allow children to be in a
vehicle unattended. A child or others
could be seriously or fatally injured.
Do not allow children to touch the
parking brake switch.
Do not leave the key fob in or near
the vehicle, and do not leave the
ignition switch in the ACC or RUN
mode. A child could operate power
windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals
inside parked vehicles in hot
weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
An unlocked car is an invitation
to thieves. Always remove the
key fob from vehicle, cycle the
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ignition switch to OFF and lock all
doors when leaving the vehicle
unattended.
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Sentry Key® Immobilizer
System
The Sentry Key® Immobilizer System
prevents unauthorised vehicle
operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or
activated. Operation is automatic,
regardless of whether the vehicle is
locked or unlocked.
The system uses a key fob with Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter,
an ignition switch and a RF (Radio
Frequency) receiver to prevent
unauthorised vehicle operation.
Therefore, only key fobs expressly
programmed can be used to start and
operate the vehicle.
After placing the ignition switch in
the RUN position, the Vehicle Security
Light (see picture) will light up for a
three seconds bulb check.
If the light remains on after the
bulb check, it indicates that there is
a problem with the electronics: this
condition will result in the engine
being shut off after two seconds.
If the Vehicle Security Light turns
on during normal vehicle operation
(engine running for longer than
10 seconds), an electronic fault is
detected. Should this occur, ask as
soon as possible the Service Network
for assistance.
CAUTION!
• The Sentry Key® Immobilizer system
is not compatible with some remote
starting systems that can be installed
in aftermarket.
• Use of these systems may result in
vehicle starting problems and loss of
security protection.
All key fobs provided with the new
vehicle have been updated with the
vehicle electronics and are therefore
able to guarantee correct functioning
and protection.
Radio Frequency RKE
Transmitter - Regulatory
Information
The “Regulatory Information” for
all the radio frequency and radar
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devices can be consulted by accessing
the section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.
Replacement Key fobs
NOTE:
Only key fobs that are updated with
the vehicle electronics can be used to
start and operate the vehicle.
WARNING!
• Always remove the key fobs from
the vehicle and lock all doors when
leaving the vehicle unattended.
• Always remember to cycle the
ignition switch to OFF.
Duplication of key fobs may be
performed by the Service Network
only.
This procedure consists of
programming a key fob that has never
been programmed to the vehicle’s
electronics.
NOTE:
When having the Sentry Key®
Immobilizer System serviced, bring all
key fobs provided with the vehicle
with you to the Maserati Service
Centre.
When selling the vehicle, it is necessary
to provide the new owner with all key
fobs.
Vehicle Security Alarm
The vehicle security alarm monitors
the vehicle doors and liftgate
for unauthorised entry and the
START/STOP button for unauthorised
operations.
The system includes a dual function
anti-intrusion sensor and vehicle
anti-lift sensor. The anti-intrusion
sensor monitors the vehicle interior for
motion.
The vehicle anti-lift sensor monitors
the vehicle for any lifting or tilting
actions (tow away, tire removal,
ferry transport, etc). A siren (for
versions/markets, where provided)
with battery backup which senses
interruptions of power and
communications is also included.
While the vehicle security alarm is
enabled, interior door locks switches,
liftgate and fuel filler door release are
disabled. If something triggers the
alarm, the vehicle security alarm will
provide the following audible and
visible signals: intermittent buzzer,
position lights and/or turn signals
and the vehicle security light on the
dashboard will flash.
This light will fast flash for
approximately 15 seconds, when the
vehicle security alarm is being armed,
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and will then flash slowly until the
vehicle is disarmed.
with the driver and/or passenger
door open.
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• Press the
lock button on the key
fob RKE transmitter.
Rearming the System
If something triggers the security
alarm, and no quick action is taken to
disarm it, the vehicle security alarm
will turn off the beeper after 29
seconds, and turn off all of the visual
signals after 31 more seconds; the
vehicle security alarm will then rearm
itself.
Arming the System
Follow these steps to arm the vehicle
security alarm.
1. Make sure the vehicle ignition
switch is OFF.
2. Perform one of the following
methods to lock the vehicle:
• Press the
lock button on the
interior power door lock switch
located on the driver door trim panel
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• Press the button on the exterior
“Passive Entry” door handle having a
valid key fob RKE transmitter in the
same exterior zone (see “Passive
Entry System” in this section for
further information).
3. If any door is open, close it.
In any of these situations, if one or
more windows are open, they will
remain open. To close the windows
press again the
lock button and
hold it until their closure.
If vehicle is equipped with power
liftgate/Hands free, when arming the
alarm system in any of the described
ways, the liftgate will remain open if
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it was left open. In this condition,
it will be necessary to first close the
liftgate as described under "Open and
Close the Liftgate" in this section, and
repeat the arming operation, to be
able to arm the alarm system.
Vehicles equipped with power
liftgate/Hand free option a button
- located on the outer edge of the
left boot compartment lining and
indicated in the figure - that can be
used to completely close and lock the
liftgate and arm the alarm system if all
the doors are closed.
See chapter “Open and Close the
Liftgate” in this section for further
information.
Each time the vehicle security alarm is
armed, the anti-intrusion and anti-lift
sensors actively monitor the vehicle.
When arming the security alarm, it is
possible to disable these sensors by
pressing the
button on the key fob
three times within 5 seconds from the
moment the system has been armed
(meanwhile the security alarm light
flashes rapidly).
To disarm the System
Use any of the following steps to
disarm the vehicle security alarm.
• Press the
button on key fob RKE
transmitter.
• Grasp the “Passive Entry” unlock
door handle (see “Passive Entry
System” in this section for further
information).
• Press the START/STOP button so as to
release the OFF position.
NOTE:
• When the vehicle security alarm is
armed, the interior power door lock
switch will not allow to unlock the
doors.
• The use of the emergency key into
the driver door lock and the use of
the button
on the key fob
cannot arm or disarm the security
alarm of the vehicle.
• The vehicle security alarm remains
engaged while accessing the power
liftgate/Hands free. Pressing the
button between the licence plate
lights will not disarm the vehicle
security alarm. If anyone enters the
vehicle through the liftgate and
opens a door, the alarm will trigger.
The vehicle security alarm is designed
to protect your vehicle; however,
you can create conditions where the
system will give you a false alarm. If
one of the previously described arming
sequences has occurred, the vehicle
security alarm will arm regardless of
whether you are in the vehicle or not.
If you remain in the vehicle and open
a door, the alarm will activate. If this
occurs, disarm the vehicle security
alarm.
If the vehicle security alarm is armed
and the battery becomes disconnected,
the vehicle security alarm will
remain armed when the battery is
reconnected; the exterior lights will
flash, the buzzer will activate. If this
occurs, disarm the vehicle security
alarm.
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Illuminated Entry/Exit
2
Lights will turn on and off when you
enter/exit the vehicle and operate
the buttons on the key fob RKE
transmitter and/or on the “Passive
Entry” system as follows:
activate. Courtesy & dimmable
internal lighting, night front seats
lighting, and approach lighting will
stay on for 27 seconds.
• If the lock command of the car is
enabled by pressing the specific
button on the key fob RKE
transmitter or by the “Passive Entry”
system, when the key fob RKE
transmitter is out of range, all the
lights will turn off within 3 seconds, if
they were previously on.
• If the unlock command is enabled
by pressing the specific
button
on the key fob RKE transmitter
or by the “Passive Entry” system,
the “illuminated entry” mode will
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2
• After activating the liftgate opening
command in the possible modes (see
“Open and Close the Liftgate” in this
section), the inner boot and liftgate
lights will turn on and will stay on for
10 minutes before turning off. The
lights will immediately turn off if you
lock the liftgate before 10 minutes.
Vehicle Lighting with
Open/Closed Doors
• If the
light button is pressed
on the key fob RKE transmitter, the
courtesy & dimmable lights and the
approach lights will turn on; doors
will stay locked.
• If one or more doors are open, the
central light, front/rear domelights
(main and spot light), the instrument
cluster, the MTC+ display, the night
front seats lighting and the ignition
switch backlight will turn on and will
light up for 27 seconds.
• If the doors are closed, all lights will
turn off (within 3 seconds) with the
exception of the console display and
the ignition switch backlighting,
which will turn off after 27 seconds.
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Unlock the Vehicle with
Key fob
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Use of Light Switch for Vehicle
Lighting
Vehicle lighting can be operated
from the key fob RKE transmitter, the
“Passive Entry” system and from the
light switch on the left side of the
dashboard. Refer to “Lights” in section
“Understanding the Vehicle” where it
is indicated which external lights turn
on according to light switch positions.
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Ambient Lights and Backlight
Adjustment
The ambient light and the backlight of
the controls and instruments does not
depend on the position of the light
switch but on the detection of the
ambient brightness made by the RLS
solar sensor.
In “DAY” mode the backlighting
of the instruments will be at 100%
intensity while the backlighting of
the switches will be at minimum. In
“NIGHT” mode backlighting will be set
through the buttons on steering wheel
right-hand side. The ambient lighting
are adjustable in the same condition
which is possible to adjust the
backlighting. Enter “Vehicle Setting”
menu and choose “Backlighting” or
“Ambient Lighting” of the “Interior
Lighting” sub-menu.
The RKE system allows you to lock or
unlock the doors and the fuel filler
door, open the liftgate and turn the
approach/courtesy lights on from a
distance up to approximately 10 m
(33 ft). The key fob RKE transmitter
does not need to be pointed at the
vehicle to activate the system. See
“Illuminated Entry/Exit” in this section
for further information.
NOTE:
Driving at speeds of 8 km/h (5 mph)
and above disables the system from
responding to all key fobs RKE
transmitter buttons.
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Unlock the Doors, Fuel Filler
Door and Liftgate
in section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”.
Press and release the unlock button
on the key fob RKE transmitter once
to unlock the driver's door or twice
within five seconds to unlock all doors,
the fuel filler door and the liftgate.
The turn signal lights will flash for the
unlock signal recognition.
The illuminated entry/exit system
will also turn on. See “Passive Entry
System” in this section for further
information.
Turn Headlights On with Key fob
This feature activates the headlights
for up to 90 seconds when the doors
are unlocked with the key fob RKE
transmitter. The duration can be set
as desired. To change the current
setting, see “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”.
Unlock Driver Door/All Doors with Key
fob 1st Press
This feature allows you to programme
the system to unlock either the driver's
door or all doors, the fuel filler door
and the power liftgate/Hands free, if
equipped, by the first press of the
unlock button
on the key fob RKE
transmitter. To change the current
setting, see “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”.
Lock/Unlock Doors Flash Lights
This feature will cause the flash of the
turn signal lights when the doors are
locked or unlocked with the key fob
RKE transmitter. This feature can be
turned on or turned off. To change the
current setting, see “MTC+ Settings”
Unlatch the Liftgate
Press the button
on the key fob
RKE transmitter two times within five
seconds to unlatch the manual liftgate.
If the vehicle is equipped with power
liftgate/Hands free, besides unlocking
the liftgate, the control will fully open
it.
See chapters “Passive Entry System”
and “Open and Close the Liftgate” in
this section for further information.
Requiring and Setting
Additional Key fobs
In order to purchase additional key
fob RKE transmitters you need to bring
with you at the Service Network:
• all key fobs RKE transmitters in your
possession;
• a personal ID;
• the identification and registration
documents proving ownership of the
vehicle.
Setting new key fobs RKE transmitters
or re-setting the original ones may
only be performed at the Service
Network.
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NOTE:
The codes of any key fob RKE
transmitter that are not available
when the new setting procedure is
carried out will be deleted from the
memory to prevent any lost or stolen
key fob RKE transmitter being used to
disarm the electronic alarm system.
Key fob Battery Replacement
NOTE:
A low charge level of the key fob
battery will be indicated on the
instrument cluster display.
The recommended replaced battery
type is a: CR2032.
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To replace the battery proceed as
follows:
• Remove the emergency key as
indicated in “Keys” chapter of the
current section.
• Loosen the lateral screw that
connects the two side covers with a
torx T6 screwdriver.
• Separate both parts of the key fob
case.
• Remove the battery from its seat and
replace with a new recommended
type of battery.
• Separate the two lateral covers from
the key fob case.
• Remove the card with PCB (Printed
Circuit Board).
ENVIRONMENTAL!
Batteries contain dangerous materials
that could harm the environment.
Please dispose of them according to
local regulations or at the Service
Network.
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NOTE:
Avoid touching the new battery with
your fingers. Skin oils may cause
battery deterioration. If you touch a
battery, clean with alcohol.
• Match the + sign on the battery
to the + sign on the inside of the
battery clip, located on the back
cover.
• Replace the printed circuit board
by using the indicated pin for the
sealing of the two covers.
• Assemble the key fob case and
reassemble the two lateral covers:
a click will ensure the succeeded
sealing.
• Combine the disassembled parts with
clamping screw and reassemble the
emergency key.
Radio Frequency RKE
Transmitter - Regulatory
Information
The “Regulatory Information” for
all the radio frequency devices
can be consulted by accessing the
section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.
Remote Start System (for
versions/markets where
provided)
This system enables the key fob
RKE transmitter to start the engine
conveniently from outside the vehicle
while still maintaining security. The
system has a range of approximately
91 m (300 ft). Obstructions between
the vehicle and the key fob may
reduce this range.
How to use Remote Start
All of the following conditions must
be met before the engine will remote
start:
• System not disabled from previous
remote start event.
• Vehicle theft alarm not active.
• Doors closed.
• Hood closed.
• Liftgate closed.
• Hazard lights switched off.
• Brake pedal not pressed by any
passenger remained in the vehicle.
• Battery at an acceptable charge level.
• The shift lever is in P (Park) position.
• The vehicle transmission is in
automatic mode.
• The remote start has not been
activated yet two consecutive times.
If EPB (Electric Parking Brake) is not
inserted, at key-off in some conditions
the remote start system may not allow
engine to start. We suggest to set
“Auto Apply On” function through the
switch on the right-side of the steering
wheel (refer to “Instrument Cluster” in
section “Dashboard Instrument and
Controls”).
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WARNING!
• Do not start or run an engine
in a closed garage or confined
area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon
Monoxide (CO) which is odourless
and colourless
• Keep key fobs RKE transmitter away
from children. Operation of the
Remote Start System, windows, door
locks or other controls could cause
serious injury or death.
Engine Remote Start Abort
Message on Instrument Cluster
The following messages will display
on the instrument cluster if the vehicle
fails to remote start or exits remote
start prematurely:
• “Remote Start Cancelled Door
Open”.
• “Remote Start Cancelled Liftgate
Open”.
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To exit Remote Start Mode
without Driving the Vehicle
• “Remote Start Cancelled Fuel Low”.
• “Remote Start Cancelled Time
Expired”.
• “Remote Start Disabled Start Vehicle
to Reset”.
The message on the instrument cluster
stays active as long as the ignition
switch is in RUN position.
Press and release the button
one
time or allow the engine to run for the
entire 15-minute cycle.
To enter Remote Start Mode
NOTE:
On the key fob RKE transmitter
of vehicles with this function, the
external lights button
is replaced
by the remote start button
.
Press and release the button
on
the key fob RKE transmitter twice
within five seconds. The vehicle
doors will lock, position lights will
flash and the horn will ring twice (if
this function is set using the MTC+
System, refer to “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”). Then, the engine will start
and the vehicle will remain in the
“Remote Start” mode for a 15-minute
cycle.
NOTE:
• In case of an engine fault or low fuel
level, the vehicle will start and then
shut down in 10 seconds.
• The park lights will turn on and
remain lighted up during “Remote
Start” mode.
• For security reasons, power window
and power sunroof operation (if
equipped) are disabled when the
vehicle is in the “Remote Start”
mode.
• The engine can be started two
consecutive times (two 15-minute
cycles) with the key fob RKE
transmitter. However, the ignition
must be cycled to the RUN position
before you can repeat the start
sequence for a third cycle.
NOTE:
To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the
system will disable the one time press
of the button
for two seconds
after receiving a valid “Remote Start”
request.
To exit Remote Start Mode and
Drive the Vehicle
Before the end of the 15-minute cycle,
press and release the button
on the
key fob RKE transmitter to unlock the
doors and disarm the vehicle security
alarm. Then, prior to the end of the
15-minute cycle, press and release the
START/STOP button.
NOTE:
The message “Remote Start Active
Push Start Button” will display in the
instrument cluster until you push the
START/STOP button.
Auto-On Comfort with Remote
Start
The driver's heated and ventilated
seat and the heated steering wheel
(if foreseen) can be programmed to
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come on during a remote start. Refer
to “Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start”
function in chapter “MTC+ Settings”,
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”, for further information.
Doors Locking
WARNING!
• For personal security and safety in
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Transmitter - Regulatory
Information
The “Regulatory Information” for
all the radio frequency and radar
devices can be consulted by accessing
the section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.
•
•
•
•
the event of an accident or robbery,
lock the vehicle doors before you
drive as well as when parking and
leaving the vehicle unattended.
When leaving the vehicle, always
remove the key fob RKE transmitter
and lock your vehicle.
Never leave children alone in
a vehicle, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle.
Do not allow children to be in a
vehicle unattended. A child or others
could be seriously or fatally injured.
Children must not touch the parking
brake trigger, brake pedal or the
shift lever.
Do not leave the key fob in or near
the vehicle, and do not leave ignition
switch in the ACC or RUN mode. A
child could operate power windows,
other controls, or start the engine
and the vehicle.
Doors Manual Lock
To lock each door, push the door
lock knob on each door trim panel
downward.
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To unlock the front doors, pull the
inside door handle to the first detent.
To unlock the rear doors, pull the door
lock knob on the door trim panel
upward.
If the door lock knob is down when
you shut the door, the door will lock.
Therefore, make sure the key fob RKE
transmitter is not inside the vehicle
before closing the door.
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Power Doors Locking/
Unlocking
2
A power door lock switch
and a
power door unlock switch
are
positioned on the front door trim
panel. Use this switches to lock or
unlock the doors.
If the vehicle has been locked from
inside with the above-figured switches,
the fuel filler flap remains unlocked.
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If power liftgate/Hands free (option)
has been left open, it will stay open
when you press lock button
, and
the locking feature will only occur
after the closing of the power liftgate.
The doors can also be locked and
unlocked with the “Passive Entry”
system. For further information, see
“Passive Entry System” in this section.
If you press the power door lock switch
while the ignition switch is in the
ACC or RUN position, and any front
door is open, the power locks will
not operate. This prevents you from
accidentally locking the key fob RKE
transmitter in the vehicle.
Cycling the ignition to the OFF position
or closing the door will allow the locks
of the doors and fuel filler door to
operate. If a door is open with the key
fob RKE transmitter inside the cabin
and the ignition is in the ACC or RUN
position, a beep will draw the driver’s
attention.
Automatic Door Lock
The auto door lock feature default
condition is disabled. When enabled,
the door locks will lock automatically
when the vehicle's speed exceeds 24
km/h (15 mph). The auto door lock
feature can be enabled or disabled
by the user through MTC+ setting
features (see “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
Automatic Door Unlock on Exit
The doors will unlock automatically on
vehicles with power door locks if:
• The automatic door unlock on exit
feature is enabled.
• The transmission is in gear and the
vehicle speed is 0 km/h.
• The transmission is in N (Neutral) or P
(Park).
• The driver door is open.
• The doors were not previously
unlocked.
• The vehicle speed is 0 km/h.
Set Automatic Door Unlock on Exit
To change the current setting,
see “MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”.
NOTE:
Use the automatic door unlock on
exit feature in accordance with local
regulations.
Child-Protection Door Lock
System — Rear Doors
To provide a safer environment for
small children sitting in the rear seats,
the rear doors are equipped with a
child-protection door lock system.
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Engage or Disengage the
Child-Protection Door Lock
• Open the rear door.
• Insert the tip of the emergency key
into the lock and rotate to the lock
or
unlock position.
• Repeat the first two steps on the
opposite rear door.
WARNING!
Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in
a collision. Remember that the rear
doors can only be opened from the
outside when the child-protection
locks are engaged (locked).
NOTE:
For emergency exit from the rear seats
when the child-protection door lock
system is engaged, manually raise
the door lock knob to the unlocked
position, roll down the window, and
open the door using the outside door
handle.
Soft Door Close System (if
equipped)
This system makes doors easier to shut
without having to slam if you do not
get it closed the first time. It increases
the vehicle's safety and comfort, in
particular for children in the back seat,
it is not necessary to slam the door
and it is also possible avoiding the risk
of travelling with the door ajar and
having to stop and close it.
The system uses a sensor to detect
the door ajar and an electric actuator
to close it. The sensor detects your
attempt to close the door and once
the latch catches the handle the
electric actuator pulls the door firmly
bringing the door back in the fully
closed position.
During the soft closing phase operated
by the system, it is possible to
intervene manually by opening or
closing the door.
If you are pushing the door hard
enough to close just like a regular
one, the system still works, but only
to check whether the door is properly
closed.
WARNING!
The system works properly if the ajar
door has a gap, between exterior door
panel surface and exterior bodyshell
surface in the latch area , of max 6
mm (0.23 in). In the presence of higher
gap, the system is not able to close
the door with the risk of travelling
with the door not completely closed or
even open.
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Passive Entry System
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The “Passive Entry” system is an
enhancement to the vehicle’s Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) system. This
feature allows you to lock and unlock
the vehicle’s door(s) without having to
press the key fob RKE transmitter lock
or unlock buttons.
NOTE:
• “Passive Entry” may be programmed
to on/off; see “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls” for further information.
• If wearing gloves, or if it has been
raining on the “Passive Entry” door
handle, the unlock sensitivity can
be affected, resulting in a slower
response time.
• Access to the vehicle using “Passive
Entry” system may not work properly
in case of interference caused by
external sources such as metal
objects, mobile phones, overhead
power lines, antennas, etc. In these
cases, use the buttons of the key fob
RKE transmitter to open and close
the vehicle or the emergency key,
inserting it into the driver side door
lock.
• The “Passive Entry” system does not
lock and unlock the doors directly
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and immediately but with a slight
delay (about 2 seconds).
Unlock Door from the Driver
Side
With a valid key fob RKE transmitter
within 1 m (3.3 ft) of the driver's
door handle, grip the driver’s door
external handle to unlock the door
automatically. The interior door panel
lock knob will raise when the door is
unlocked.
NOTE:
If “1st Press of Key Fob Unlocks” is
programmed on all doors will unlock
when you grip the front driver’s door
handle. To select between “Driver
Door ” and “All Doors”, see “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”.
Unlock Door from the
Passenger Side
With a valid key fob RKE transmitter
within 1 m (3.3 ft) of the passenger
door handle, grip the front passenger
external door handle to unlock all four
doors automatically. The interior door
panel lock knob will raise when the
door is unlocked.
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NOTE:
All doors will unlock when you grip
the front passenger door handle
regardless of the driver’s door unlock
preference setting (“Driver Door” or
“All Doors”).
Preventing Inadvertent Locking
of the Key fob RKE Transmitter
inside the Vehicle
To minimize the possibility of
unintentionally locking a key fob RKE
transmitter inside your vehicle, the
“Passive Entry” system is equipped
with an automatic door unlock feature
which will function if the ignition
switch is in the OFF position.
If one of the vehicle doors is open and
the door panel switch
is used to
lock the vehicle, once all open doors
have been closed, the system checks
the inside and outside of the vehicle
for any valid key fobs RKE transmitter.
If one of the vehicle's key fobs RKE
transmitters is detected inside the
vehicle, and no other valid key fobs
RKE transmitters are detected outside
the vehicle, the “Passive Entry” system
automatically unlocks all vehicle doors
and chirps the horn fourteen times (on
the fifteenth attempt ALL doors will
lock and the key fob RKE transmitter
will be locked in the vehicle). This will
happen even on vehicles equipped
with power liftgate/Hands free,
pressing the lower
button on
the outer edge of the left boot
compartment lining to close and lock
the liftgate.
NOTE:
The vehicle unlocks the doors under
any of the following conditions:
• the doors are manually locked using
the door lock knob positioned on the
door panel;
• there is a valid key fob RKE
transmitter inside the vehicle;
• there is not a valid key fob RKE
transmitter outside the vehicle.
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NOTE:
The vehicle will not unlock the doors
under any of the following conditions:
• the doors are locked using the key
fob RKE transmitter;
• the doors are locked using the button
on the “Passive Entry” door handles;
• there is a valid key fob RKE
transmitter outside the vehicle and
within 1 m (3.3 ft) of either “Passive
Entry” door handle;
• fifteen attempts are made to lock the
doors using the door panel switch
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(Continued)
and/or the lower
button (on
the outer edge of the left boot
compartment of vehicles equipped
with power liftgate/Hands free) and
then close the doors.
m (3.3 ft) of the liftgate, press the
button located between the licence
plate lights and lift it manually.
For vehicles equipped with power
liftgate/Hands free (optional): with
the key fob within 1 m (3.3 ft) of the
liftgate, press the button located
between the licence plate lights, the
liftgate will automatically open until
fully home; if the same button is not
pressed again to stop it (for more
information, see chapter “Open and
Close the Liftgate” in this section).
If the vehicle had already been
unlocked through key fob or "Passive
Entry", the presence of the key fob is
not required; simply use the button
located between the licence plate
lights to open the liftgate manually or
automatically.
Manual Door Lock from
Outside
Optional equipment
Release the Liftgate and Enter
the Boot
For vehicles equipped with manual
liftgate: with the key fob within 1
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With one of the vehicle’s key fobs RKE
transmitters within 1 m (3.3 ft) of the
driver or passenger front door handles,
press the external door handle button
to lock all four doors.
NOTE:
• After pressing the external door
handle button, you must wait two
seconds before you can lock or
unlock the doors using this door
handle. By pulling the external door
handle, you can check if the car
remains locked, without “Passive
Entry” system reacting and unlocking
the doors.
• The “Passive Entry” system will
not operate if the key fob RKE
transmitter battery is dead.
• If power liftgate/Hand free (option)
has been left open, it will stay open
when you press the button on door
external handle, and the locking
feature will only occur after the
closing of the power liftgate.
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Power Windows
The window controls on the driver's
door panel govern all the door
windows.
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Optional equipment
The vehicle doors can also be locked
by using the key fob RKE transmitter
lock button
or the lock button
located on the vehicle’s inner door
panel.
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Transmitter - Regulatory
Information
The “Regulatory Information” for
all the radio frequency and radar
devices can be consulted by accessing
the section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.
There are single window controls on
each passenger door trim panel, which
operate the corresponding window.
The window controls will operate only
when the ignition switch is in the ACC
or RUN position.
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NOTE:
• The power window switches will
remain active for up to 10 minutes
after the ignition switch is turned to
the OFF position. Opening either
front door will cancel this feature.
The time lapse can be set. See “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls” for further
information.
• Frequent activations of the power
windows could result in a temporary
lock of their starters. In this case, wait
a moment before a new activation.
WARNING!
Improper use of the power windows
and the sunroof (if equipped) can
however be dangerous, even with
the anti-pinch prevention system.
Before and during activation of the
power window, always check that
the passengers are not exposed to
the risk of injury both by the moving
window and by personal objects that
could be dragged or hit by it. Do not
leave unattended children in a vehicle
with a key fob RKE transmitter inside.
When getting out the vehicle, always
remove the key fob RKE transmitter
to prevent the windows being
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accidentally activated, posing a risk to
passengers remaining onboard.
Auto-Down Feature
The driver door power window switch
and some model passenger door
power window switches have an
auto-down feature.
Press the window switch to the second
detent, release, and the window will
go completely down automatically. To
open the window part way, press the
window switch to the first detent and
release it when you want the window
to stop.
To stop the window from going all
the way down during the auto-down
operation, pull up on the switch
briefly.
Auto-Up Feature with AntiPinch Protection
Lift the window switch to the second
detent, release, and the window will
go all the way up automatically.
To stop the window from going all the
way up during the auto-up operation,
push down on the switch briefly.
To close the window part way, lift the
window switch to the first detent and
release it when you want the window
to stop.
NOTE:
• If the window runs into any obstacle
during auto-closure, it will reverse
direction and then go back down.
Remove the obstacle and use the
window switch again to close the
window.
• Any impact due to rough road
conditions may trigger the auto
reverse function unexpectedly during
auto-closure. If this happens, pull the
switch lightly to the first detent and
hold to close the window manually.
• Frequent activations of the anti-pinch
function could disable the autodown and auto-up function of the
windows. In order to re-activate this
function proceed with a reset cycle as
described in the next paragraph.
WARNING!
There is no anti-pinch protection when
the window is almost closed. Be sure
to clear all objects from the area
before closing the window.
Reset Auto-Up/Down
Should the auto-up/down feature stop
working, the window probably needs
to be reset.
To reset auto-up/down, pull the
window switch up to close the window
completely and push the window
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Power Sunshades on Rear
Door Windows (optional)
switch down to open the window
completely.
Open and Close the Windows
and Sunroof with RKE
Transmitter and Ignition Off
When the ignition switch is in OFF
position, windows and sunroof (if
equipped) can be opened or closed
by pressing the buttons on the RKE
transmitter.
Opening:
• press the
button and release it;
• press a second time the
button
and keep it pressed until complete
opening of the window and sunroof,
if they were closed.
Closing:
• press the
button and release it;
• press a second time the
button
and keep it pressed until complete
closure of the window and sunroof, if
they were open.
Rear Window and Sunshade
Lockout Button
The window lockout button on the
driver's door trim panel allows to
disable the window and sunshade
control on the rear doors by pressing
the window lockout button (setting it
in the down position).
To enable the controls previously
described, press the window lockout
button again (setting it in the up
position).
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described
as the perception of pressure or a
helicopter-type sound. Your vehicle
may exhibit wind buffeting with
the windows down, or the sunroof
(optional) in open or partially open
positions. This is a normal occurrence
and can be minimized. If the buffeting
occurs with the rear windows open,
open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If
the buffeting occurs with the sunroof
open, then adjust the sunroof opening
to minimize the buffeting.
NOTE:
• On vehicles provided with power
sunshades on the rear windows, the
window switches also operate the
sunshades.
• The rear windows lock button
operates as well the rear power
sunshades.
• The window and sunshades controls
will operate only if the ignition
switch is in ACC or RUN position.
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Operation of the rear windows
and related sunshades is done by
pressing or pulling the window switch
and depends on the position of the
windows prior to the command
operation.
As described for the opening and
closing functions of the power
windows (see chapter “Power
Windows” in this section), the
windows switch has two functioning
modes: press and release the switch to
the first detent to partially move the
window; press and release the switch
to the second detent to move the
window all the way up or down.
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sunshade and the door panel, during
lowering.
CAUTION!
Before activating the sunshade, make
sure that no objects can interfere with
its travel.
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The following images and the
subsequent text show the possible
starting positions (“A”, “B”, “C” and
“UP”, “DOWN”) and function of the
window and the sunshade, to be
independently activated by pressing or
lifting the control switch
to the first
1 or second 2 detent.
Operations
WARNING!
Rear seat passengers must be careful
when operating the sunshades, since
there is the risk of being pinched
between the top of the sunshade
and the head lining, during raising,
and between the top edge of the
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A. Sunshade fully unrolled (“UP”
position) and Window closed (“UP”
position)
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1.2
2.1
2.2
• Pulling the control up to 1 or 2
detent: no action (“NOP”).
1.1 Pressing the control to 1 detent:
the sunshade rolls down
completely and the window
stays closed.
Pressing the control again to
1 detent: the window opens
partially until the control is
released and the sunshade stays
down (pressing the control to
2 detent: the window opens
completely).
Pressing the control to 2 detent:
the sunshade rolls down
completely while the window
stays closed.
Pressing the control again to
2 detent: the window opens
completely.
B. Sunshade fully rolled down
(“DOWN” position) and Window
closed (“UP” position)
2
• Pulling the control up to 1 or
2 detent: the sunshade unrolls
completely and the window stays
closed.
• Pressing the control to 1 or 2 detent:
the window opens partially or
completely and the sunshade remains
rolled.
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C. Sunshade fully rolled down
(“DOWN” position) and Window
completely open (“DOWN” position)
2
• Pulling the control to 1 or 2 detent:
the window closes partially or
completely and the sunshade remains
rolled.
• Pressing the control to 1 or 2 detent:
no action (“NOP”).
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Teach-in Cycle
After battery disconnection, the
following teach-in cycle is required to
store the limit positions the sunshades
can reach in operation. Use the
controls on the rear doors to move the
sunshades.
• With glass closed, lift rear sunshade
control on driver side for a few
seconds. It is not necessary that the
sunshade reaches its upper limit.
• Reverse the sunshade movement by
pressing the control downwards.
Once the lower limit is reached, press
and hold the control for at least 10
seconds. This action allows setting
the control unit in initialisation
status.
• Release the movement command.
• Within maximum 15 seconds:
- Press once the control downwards
(first or second detent indifferently).
In this way the control unit stores
the lower limit position. During
this operation a slight click of the
sunshade motor that switches to
mechanical lock condition can be
heard.
- Lift the control and hold it up until
the sunshade completes its upstroke
and reaches the car body pillar,
fully home. Once the upper limit
stop is reached, the sunshade will
move downwards for approx. 2-3
millimetres (0.08-0.12 inches) and
the control unit will store this height
as upper limit. Now the teach-in
of the driver side rear sunshade is
complete.
• Repeat the same operations for the
passenger side rear sunshade to
complete the teach-in procedure.
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Open and Close the
Liftgate
licence plate lights, when the vehicle
has been unlocked using the key fob
or the “Passive Entry” system.
The manual liftgate can be unlocked
from inside the vehicle by pressing the
button on the front dome console.
This command will fully open or fully
close the power liftgate/Hands free
(optional). Pressing this button in
sequence, if the power liftgate stops in
intermediate position, it resumes and
reverse the stroke direction.
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NOTE:
The shift lever must be in P (Park)
before the button can operate.
The manual liftgate can be released
from outside the vehicle by pressing
the
button on the key fob with
RKE transmitter twice within five
seconds or by using the external
release button located on the lower
side of the liftgate ledge, between the
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
To manually close the liftgate, use the
handles indicated in the picture.
When the button
on the key fob
is pressed twice within five seconds,
the direction indicators flash twice
to indicate the opening or closing
of the liftgate, if the light flashing
function at closing is activated on
MTC+ (for more information, see
the chapter "MTC+ Settings" in
With the ignition switch in RUN
position, the red symbol
will be
displayed on the instrument cluster. If
the vehicle is in motion, in addition
to the symbol
will also appear a
message indicating that the liftgate
is open. Once the liftgate is closed
the symbol
or the symbol
and
message will disappear from the
display.
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2
With the ignition device in the OFF
position, only the liftgate open symbol
will display until closure.
See “Passive Entry System” in this
section for more information on
liftgate operation with the “Passive
Entry” feature.
Power Liftgate/Hands Free
(optional)
Automatic opening and closing
movement of the liftgate is driven by
electric actuators and a motorised
latch ensuring lid locking upon closing.
Liftgate can be opened using button
on the key fob RKE transmitter
and the button on front dome console
used also for non-power version.
The
button on key fob and
button on front dome console not only
allow user to completely open the
power liftgate/Hands free, but also to
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stop it at any intermediate position by
pressing the button again whenever
you wish to stop and resume the
opening process.
In addition to these commands, it is
possible open and close the power
liftgate/Hands free, or stop its
movement, by simply moving your foot
under the rear bumper, if the vehicle
is so equipped with the kick sensor
option. In this latter case, the liftgate
will be opened and closed only if the
“Passive Entry” system acknowledges
the presence of the key fob RKE
transmitter within 1 m (3.3 ft) of the
liftgate.
Power liftgate/Hands free uses the
button in between the licence plate
lights, indicated in figure, to activate
the opening once the car has been
unlocked by the key fob or by the
“Passive Entry” function.
By pressing this button when the
power liftgate/Hands free is closed,
you can open it completely, or by
pressing the button again stop the
opening process, or by pressing the
button again invert the movement and
close it completely.
When the power liftgate/Hands free
is open, to move it there are two
buttons positioned on the outer edge
of the left boot compartment lining as
indicated in figure.
When the liftgate is completely open
if you press and release the upper
button
, the power liftgate/Hands
free will be completely closed unless it
is stopped;
• if instead the power liftgate/Hands
free is in an intermediate position
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and you press and release the upper
button
during the closing or
opening stroke, it will be stopped;
• if instead the power liftgate/Hands
free is stopped in an intermediate
position and you press and release
the upper button
, it will reverse
its previous movement and it will be
completely opened or closed unless it
is stopped again.
In any case, when you press the upper
button
, the doors will not be
locked and the alarm system will not
be armed.
When the liftgate is completely open if
you press and release the lower button
, the power liftgate/Hands free
will be completely closed unless it is
stopped;
• if instead the power liftgate/Hands
free is in an intermediate position
and you press and release the lower
button
during the closing or
opening stroke, it will be stopped;
• if instead the power liftgate/Hands
free is stopped in an intermediate
position and you press and release
the lower button
, it will reverse
its previous movement and it will be
completely opened or closed unless it
is stopped again.
In any case, when you press the lower
button
, the doors will not be
locked and the alarm system will
not be armed immediately, but only
when the liftgate will have reached
the totally closed position as effect of
every movement commands received
from every other available inputs.
NOTE:
• The order of the functions shown
does not represent the sequence in
which they can be performed.
• The buttons of the power
liftgate/Hands free do not work if a
gear is engaged or if the vehicle
speed is higher than 0 km/h (0 mph).
• The power liftgate/Hands free does
not work with temperatures lower
than −30°C (−22°F) or higher than
65°C (150 °F).
• If the opening buttons or the handles
are operated while the power
liftgate/Hands free is closing, the
stroke of liftgate stops. Pressing
another time the same command it
reverses movement and fully open.
• If the opening buttons or the handles
are operated while the power
liftgate/Hands free is opening, the
motor of the liftgate is disabled to
allow manual operation.
• If the power liftgate/Hands free
finds several obstacles during the
same operating cycle, it will stop
automatically and must be opened or
closed manually.
• If the power liftgate/Hands free is
closing and a gear is engaged, the
liftgate will continue closing. In this
condition, it is possible that, during
the closing stroke, it may find an
obstacle and stop.
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WARNING!
If, for any reason, the liftgate must
remain open while driving, close all
the windows and activate the fan of
the air conditioning control at the
maximum speed. Do not activate
recirculation.
Set the Position of Maximum Power
Liftgate Opening
The maximum opening position of
the liftgate can be modified using
the previously described buttons
on the outer left edge of the boot
compartment.
1. Activate the liftgate and stop it
in the new maximum opening
position to be set, by pressing the
upper
button.
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2.
2
Press the upper
or lower
buttons and keep it pressed for 3
seconds.
3. Release the button (pressed in
the previous point). Upon the
following opening controls, the
liftgate will stop in the stored
position.
If you want to reset the maximum
possible opening position of the
liftgate, proceed as described below
starting from the previously set
opening position.
1. Manually push the liftgate to
the maximum possible opening
position.
2. Repeat the previously performed
steps 2 and 3.
Power Liftgate/Hands Free Automatic
Safe Movement
Power liftgate/Hands free safe
opening and closing is ensured by
a protection system able to stop
its movement when an obstacle
is detected along the path:
when opening or closing, it stops
automatically and then slightly moves
back.
Along the upper outer edges, the
vehicle can be equipped with antipinch protection sensors. These sensors
stop the automatic closing stroke
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and partly open the liftgate when a
pressure is carried out, also slight,
within their range shown in the figure.
reset cycle by carrying out a complete
opening/closing sequence, after
manually closing the liftgate.
WARNING!
• Activate power liftgate/Hand free
only when vehicle is at a standstill.
• Always pay utmost attention when
After the closing command, when
power liftgate/Hands free starts
closing, all the indicators will blink to
warn anyone within range.
When power liftgate/Hands free
edge reaches the car body, the
motor locking the latch is activated
automatically.
If necessary, the power liftgate/Hands
free can also be opened or closed
manually. This operation could be
required when the liftgate remains
open for a long period of time.
NOTE:
Frequent activations of the anti-pinch
protection function may disable the
automatic movement of the liftgate.
To reactivate this function, perform a
opening and closing the liftgate.
If for any reason the protection
system might fail to respond, it could
cause injury to anyone within the
operating area.
• After the closing command, always
make sure that power liftgate/Hand
free is completely closed.
CAUTION!
• Under extreme weather conditions,
liftgate seal could freeze and
compromise power liftgate/Hand free
automatic opening and closing.
• Before opening power liftgate/Hand
free, make sure that no objects or
snow are set on liftgate or might jam
or prevent its opening.
Hands Free Power Liftgate Release
and Closing
This mode is controlled by the “Passive
Entry” system (see paragraph “Passive
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Entry System” in this section), which
automatically releases and closes the
power liftgate/Hands free when you
place your foot in the area under the
rear bumper.
The system will only operate if the
system acknowledges the presence of
the key fob RKE transmitter within 1
m (3.3 ft) of the power liftgate/Hands
free.
The range of the sensors that detect
your foot movement extends along
and underneath the central portion of
the rear bumper.
To activate the power liftgate/Hands
free, stand behind the vehicle, near
the liftgate, and move your foot under
the bumper as if to kick something.
Do not place your foot too close to the
bumper or touch the underbody.
WARNING!
• Pay careful attention to the exhaust
tailpipes as they can reach high
temperatures and, in case of contact,
they can cause severe burns.
• When it is not necessary to open
the power liftgate with the “Hands
Free” mode, make sure the key fob is
outside the range of use (1 m/3.3 ft).
Otherwise, the power liftgate/Hand
Free can be opened accidentally by
an unintentional movement of the
foot.
In order for the sensors to detect
your foot movement, move your
foot towards the vehicle rather than
sideways and immediately pull it
back: from this moment, the power
liftgate/Hands free will activate within
two seconds.
If closed, with the foot movement the
power liftgate/Hands free will:
• unlock and completely open;
• after another kick, will stop;
• after another kick, will reverse its
movement and completely close
unless stopped again.
If open, with the foot movement the
power liftgate/Hands free will:
• completely close but not lock;
• another kick before the completed
closing can stop the movement;
• if the movement was stopped
another kick operation will invert a
complete opening.
NOTE:
• If your foot movement fails to
activate the power liftgate/Hands
free movement, wiggling your foot
under the bumper will not help.
Repeat the whole kick movement.
• In particular situations, external
factors affecting the sensor area
may trigger the Hands free power
liftgate release feature. For example,
when washing the vehicle, a water
jet aimed at the sensor area may
trigger the Hands free power liftgate
release feature. Keep the key fob RKE
transmitter away from the sensing
range of the sensors (3 m/10 ft)
or disable the Hands free feature
from the MTC+ menu (see “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”). A key fob
RKE transmitter located in the front
seat passenger area is considered out
of range of the Hands free liftgate
release sensor.
• If somebody or something knocks
against the power liftgate/Hands free
while it is moving, the safety system
might stop lid opening or closing
movement.
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Liftgate Emergency Release
2
If the power release control operated
by the key fob RKE transmitter or by
pressing the button on the dome
console fails, the vehicle battery could
be in a low condition or disconnected.
If the doors are still locked, use the
emergency mechanical key inserted
in the driver’s door lock to enter the
vehicle and open the hood. In this
condition, it is possible to temporarily
power the system by using the battery
remote poles located inside the
engine compartment (see “Auxiliary
Jump-Start Procedure” in section “In
an Emergency”). Then it is possible to
normally open the liftgate by using
the key fob RKE transmitter or the
button on the dome console.
Have the vehicle subsequently serviced
by a Service Network centre in order
to solve the failure.
Open and Close the Hood
Opening
Two latches must be released to open
the lid.
• From inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release lever located under the left
lower side of the dashboard.
• Move to the outside and stand in
front of the vehicle front grille.
• Slightly lift the hood and push the
safety catch as indicated by the
arrow. The safety catch is located in
the centre of the hood.
• Lift the hood completely: this
operation is facilitated by two
gas struts keeping the fully open
position.
With the ignition switch in RUN
position, the red symbol
will
display on the instrument cluster with
the message indicating that the hood
is open.
Closing
Lower the hood and then gently drop
it. This should secure the inclusion of
both latches.
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CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not
slam the hood to close it.
WARNING!
• Be sure the hood is fully latched
before driving your vehicle. If the
lid is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and
block your vision. Failure to follow
this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
• Gear shifting is always active and
may be performed even when one
or more doors, the hood or the
liftgate are open. Therefore, in these
conditions, take great care to avoid
moving the gearshift lever and so
accidentally engage gears.
Occupants Restraint
Systems
The listed occupants restraint systems
are some of the most important safety
features in your vehicle:
• Three-point seat belts (also called lap
shoulder belts) for the driver and all
passengers.
• Advanced front air bags for driver
and passenger.
• Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable
Curtains (SABIC) for the driver and
passengers seated next to a window.
• Supplemental seat-mounted side air
bags.
• An energy-absorbing steering column
and steering wheel.
• Front seat belts incorporate dual
pretensioners that may enhance
occupant protection by managing the
energy created during an impact.
• All passengers seat belts include
Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR),
which lock the seat belt webbing into
position by extending the belt all the
way out and then adjusting the belt
to the desired length to restrain a
child seat or secure a large item in a
seat.
To carry children up to 12 years old or
under 1.5 m (5 ft) in height, you must
use adequate child restrain systems
that can be fixed with the three point
seat belts or the Isofix anchorages.
NOTE:
The advanced front air bags have a
multistage inflator design. This allows
the air bag to have different rates of
inflation based on the severity and
type of collision.
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Please pay close attention to the
information in this section. It tells
you how to use your restraint system
properly, to keep you and your
passengers as safe as possible.
WARNING!
In an accident, all occupants can
suffer much greater injuries if not
properly buckled up. You can strike
the interior of your vehicle or other
occupants or you can be thrown out of
the vehicle. Always be sure you and
others in your vehicle are buckled up
properly. Buckle up even though you
are an excellent driver, even on short
trips. Someone on the road may be
a poor driver and cause an accident
that includes you. This can happen far
away from home or on your own
street.
Statistics report that seat belts save
lives and reduce the seriousness of
injuries in an accident. Some of the
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worst injuries happen when people
are thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts
reduce the possibility of ejection and
the risk of injury caused by striking the
inside of the vehicle.
Everyone in a motor vehicle should be
belted at all times.
Three-Point Seat Belts
All seating positions in your vehicle
are equipped with combination lapshoulder belts.
The belt retractor is designed to lock
during very sudden stops or impacts.
This feature allows the shoulder part
of the belt to move freely with you
under normal conditions, conforming
perfectly to the body of the occupants.
However, in an accident, the belt will
lock and reduce your risk of striking
the inside of the vehicle or being
thrown out.
The driver is responsible for respecting,
and ensuring that all the other
occupants of the car also observe the
local regulations concerning the use of
seat belts. Always fasten the seat belts
before starting the vehicle.
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WARNING!
• It is forbidden and dangerous to
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travel in a cargo area. In an accident,
people travelling in these areas are
more likely to be seriously injured or
killed.
Do not allow any person to travel in
any area of your vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seat belts.
Be sure all passengers are in a seat
and using a seat belt properly.
Wearing a seat belt improperly is
dangerous. Seat belts are designed
to go around the large bones of your
body. These are the strongest parts
of your body and can best absorb
the impact of an accident.
Wearing your belt in the wrong
place could make your injuries in an
accident much worse. You might
suffer internal injuries, or you could
even slide out of part of the belt.
Follow these instructions to wear
your seat belt safely and to keep
your passengers safe, too.
Two people should never be belted
into a single seat belt. People belted
together can crash into one another
in an accident, hurting one another
severely. Never use a lap/shoulder
belt for more than one person, no
matter what their size.
• Remember that, in the event of an
accident, the rear seat passengers
not wearing the seat belts are not
only subject to personal injuries but
also represent a serious danger for
the front seat occupants.
Three-Point Seat Belts Use Instructions
• Enter the vehicle and close the door.
Sit back and adjust the seat.
• The seat belt latch plate is on rear
door pillar, above the seat on the
external side.
• Hold the latch plate and pull the
belt across you, make the belt go
around your body and when the belt
is long enough to fit, insert the latch
plate into the buckle until you hear a
“click.”
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WARNING!
belt reduces the risk of sliding under
the belt in an accident.
• A belt that is buckled up into the
wrong buckle will not protect you
properly. The lap portion of the belt
could ride too high on your body,
possibly causing internal injuries.
Always buckle up your belt into the
corresponding buckle.
• A belt that is too loose will not
protect you properly. In a sudden
stop, you could move too far
forward, increasing the possibility
of injury. Wear your seat belt
comfortably.
• A belt that is worn under your arm is
dangerous. Your body could strike
the inside surfaces of the vehicle in
an accident, increasing head and
neck injury. A belt worn under the
arm can also cause internal injuries.
Ribs are not as strong as shoulder
bones. Wear the belt over your
shoulder so that your strongest
bones will take the impact of a
collision.
• The lower part must adhere to the
pelvis rather than the abdomen of
the occupant. To fasten the lap belt
pull slightly up the diagonal portion
of the shoulder belt. To loosen the
lap belt if too tight, tilt the latch
plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug
seat belt with your hand while it
is rewinding, to prevent it from
twisting.
WARNING!
• A lap belt worn too high can increase
the risk of internal injury in an
accident. The belt forces won't
impact on the strong hip and pelvic
bones, but across your abdomen.
Always wear the lap belt as low as
possible and keep it comfortable.
• A twisted belt will not protect you
properly. In a collision, it could even
cut into you. Be sure the belt is
straight. If you can't straighten a belt
in your vehicle, take it to a Service
Centre immediately.
• Do not use devices (clips, fastenings
etc.) that prevent the seat belts from
laying close to the occupants bodies.
• Do not carry children on a
passenger’s lap using only one seat
belt for protecting both.
• Position the shoulder belt on your
chest so that it is comfortable and
not resting on your neck. The
retractor will withdraw any slack in
the belt.
• To release the belt, push the red
button on the buckle. The belt will
automatically retract to its stowed
position. If necessary, guide the
WARNING!
A frayed or torn belt could break in
an accident and leave you with no
protection. Inspect the belt system
periodically, checking for cuts, frays,
or loose parts. Damaged parts must be
replaced immediately.
Do not disassemble or modify the
system. Seat belt/retractor assemblies
must be replaced by the Service
Network after an accident if they have
been damaged (bent retractor, torn
belt, etc.).
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Three-Point Seat Belt Height
Adjustment
WARNING!
The seat belts height must only
be adjusted when the vehicle is
stationary.
The vehicle has a shoulder belt height
adjuster for the driver and front
passenger seating positions.
Adjust the guide so that the shoulder
portion of the belt is on the shoulder
and not falling off of it. The belt
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should be close to, but not contacting,
the neck.
Push downward the upper part of the
indicated slider above the shoulder
belt guide to release the anchorage,
then move the belt slider up or down
to the fixed position that fits you best.
WARNING!
After the adjustment, always check
that the slider to which the oscillating
ring is fixed, is locked into one of the
positions provided. With the handgrip
released, push again downward to
allow the anchoring device to click
into place, in the event that it has not
been released in one of the positions
provided.
When you release the anchorage try to
move the belt slider up and down to
make sure that it is locked in position.
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Three-Point Seat Belt
Untwisting Procedure
Use the following procedure to
untwist a twisted three-point belt.
• Position the latch plate as close as
possible to the anchor point.
• At about 15 to 30 cm (0.5 to 1 ft)
above the latch plate, grasp and twist
the belt by 180 degrees to create a
fold that begins immediately above
the latch plate.
• Slide the latch plate upward over
the folded belt. The folded belt must
enter the slot at the top of the latch
plate.
• Continue to slide the latch plate up
until it clears the folded belt.
Passengers Seat Belts
All passengers seat belts are equipped
with Automatic Locking Retractors
(ALR) and can be used to secure a
child restraint system. For additional
information, see “Installing Child
Restraint Systems using the Vehicle
Seat Belt equipped with ALR” under
“Child Restraint Systems” in this
section.
If the passenger seat position should
not be used to accomodate a child
restraint system, only pull the belt
out far enough to comfortably
wrap around the occupant so as to
not activate the ALR. If the ALR is
activated, you will hear a ratcheting
sound as the belt retracts. In this case,
allow the belt to retract completely
and then carefully pull out only
the amount of belt necessary to
comfortably wrap around the seat
occupant.
Slide the latch plate into the buckle
until you hear a "click".
WARNING!
• Remember that, in the event of a
violent impact, the passengers on
the rear seats who are not wearing
the seat belts are not only subject to
personal injury but also represent a
danger for passengers sitting in the
front seats.
• Always fasten the seat belts.
• Travelling without the seat belts
fastened significantly increases the
risk of serious injury in the event of a
collision, even with the air bags.
• In the event of a collision, the seat
belts help reduce the possibility
of the vehicle’s occupants being
thrown against the structures of the
passenger compartment or out of
the vehicle.
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• The air bags are designed to work
together with the seat belts, not to
substitute them. The front air bags
only deploy in the event of certain
head-on collisions of sufficient
intensity. They may not be activated
if the vehicle rolls over, or in the
event of rear bumps or minor frontal
collisions, or non-frontal collisions.
To buckle the seat belt proceed as
follows:
• Take place in the central seat and
pull out the belt A from the upper
retractor in a normal manner,
without twisting it;
• Insert the first latch plate located at
the end of the shoulder portion of
the belt A inside the left buckle B;
Seat Belt for Rear Central Seat
Unlike all other seat belts, this one
has two buckles and two metal latch
plates; in this way it is possible to
release it from the seat.
• Press the red button located on the
front of the buckle using the free
latch plate (step 1) and unlatch the
plate from the left-side buckle (step
2).
WARNING!
The restraining action of the central
belt is only possible with the tape
part with the left and right buckle
extracted from the seat cushion.
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To unlatch the seat belt, release the
right plate of the lap portion by
clicking on the red button.
Using Seat Belt in Automatic
Locking Retractor Mode (ALR)
• Pull out completely the tape part
with the right buckle C;
• Allow the belt to retract completely
into the retractor seat behind the
seatback.
• Insert the latch plate located at the
end of the lap portion of the belt A
inside the right buckle C.
Use the seat belt automatic locking
mode anytime a child safety seat is
installed in a seating position that has
a belt with this feature.
Children up to 12 years old or under
1.5 m (5 ft) in height, should be
properly buckled up in a child restraint
system.
Automatic Locking Mode Setting
• Buckle the lap and shoulder belt.
• Grasp the shoulder portion and pull
downward until the entire belt is
extracted.
• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt
retracts, you will hear a clicking
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sound. This indicates the safety belt is
now in the automatic locking mode.
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Automatic Locking Mode Unsetting
Unbuckle the three-point seat belt
and allow it to retract completely to
disengage the automatic locking mode
and activate the vehicle emergency
locking mode.
WARNING!
• The belt and retractor assembly
must be checked by the Service
Network and must be replaced if
the Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR) feature or any other seat belt
function is not working properly.
• Failure to replace the belt and
retractor assembly could increase the
risk of injury in collisions.
Seat Belt Pretensioners
The car is equipped with front seat
belt pretensioners, that reduce slack
in the belts in the event of a severe
frontal impact. This guarantees the
perfect adherence of the seat belts
to the occupants bodies before the
restraining action begins.
This car is also equipped with a
second pretensioner in the kick plate
area. Its activation is signalled by the
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shortening of the metal cable and
from its protective sheath curled.
Pretensioners work for all size
occupant restraint systems, including
the child restraint systems.
NOTE:
To obtain the highest degree of
protection from the action of the
pretensioning device, wear the seat
belt tight to the chest and pelvis.
Pretensioners are triggered by the
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). A
pretensioner may be used only once
because it is a pyrotechnic device.
Pretensioners do not require any
maintenance or lubrication: any
changes to their original conditions
will invalidate their efficiency. If, due
to unusual natural events (floods,
sea storms, etc.), the device has been
affected by water and mud, it must be
replaced.
WARNING!
It is strictly forbidden to remove
or tamper with the pretensioner
components. Any intervention must
be carried out only by qualified and
authorised personnel. Always contact
the Service Network.
CAUTION!
Operations which lead to impacts,
vibrations or localized heating
(over 100°C/212°F for a maximum
of 6 hours) in the area around the
pretensioners may damage or deploy
them erroneously. These devices are
not affected by vibrations caused by
uneven road surfaces or low obstacles.
Contact the Service Network for any
intervention that may be required.
Enhanced Seat Belt Use
Reminder System (BeltAlert®)
BeltAlert® is a feature intended to
remind the driver and front passenger
to fasten their seat belts.
The feature activates with engine
running. If the driver or front seat
passenger is unbelted, the seat belt
reminder light
will turn on in the
instrument cluster.
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The BeltAlert® warning sequence
begins after the vehicle speed is over
8 km/h (5 mph) for more than 19
seconds, by blinking the seat belt
reminder light
and by sounding an
intermittent chime.
Once the sequence starts, it will
continue for the entire duration. After
the sequence completes, the seat belt
reminder light
remain illuminated
until the respective seat belts are
fastened.
If the opened front door on the
driver or passenger side is closed
and the occupant presence sensor
detects a status change from occupant
not present to occupant present
the system will repeat the warning
sequence.
The driver should instruct all other
occupants to fasten their seat belts.
If a front seat belt is unbuckled while
travelling at speeds greater than 8
km/h (5 mph), BeltAlert® will provide
both audio and visual notification on
the instrument cluster.
The front passenger seat BeltAlert® is
not active when the front passenger
seat is not occupied. BeltAlert® may
be triggered when an animal or heavy
object is on the front passenger seat.
It is recommended to restrain pets in
the rear seat, in pet harnesses or pet
carriers that are secured by seat belts,
and properly stow cargo.
Seat Belts and Pregnant
Women
Seat belts should also be worn by
pregnant women: the risk of injury in
the event of an accident is greatly
reduced for them and the unborn
child if they are wearing a seat belt.
The best way to protect the foetus is
to protect the mother.
Pregnant women must position the
lower part of the belt very low down
so that it passes over the pelvis and
under the abdomen (see figure).
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When a safety belt is worn properly,
it is more likely that baby will not be
hurt in a crash. For pregnant women,
as for anyone, the key to making
safety belts effective is wearing them
properly.
WARNING!
Pregnant women must scrupulously
observe the above indications, as well
as local regulation concerning the use
of seat belts.
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Supplemental Restraint
System (SRS) — Air Bags
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This vehicle has advanced front air
bags for both the driver and front
passenger as a supplement to the seat
belt restraint systems.
The driver's advanced front air bag
is mounted in the centre of the
steering wheel in the area shown in
the picture. On this area is embossed
the word “SRS AIRBAG” for easier
recognition.
The passenger's advanced front air bag
is mounted in the dashboard, above
the glove compartment in the area
shown in the picture. On this area is
embossed the word “AIRBAG” for
easier recognition.
NOTE:
These air bags are certified to
regulations for advanced air bags.
The advanced front air bags have a
multistage inflator design. This allows
the air bag to have different rates of
inflation based on the severity and
type of collision.
This vehicle may be equipped with a
driver and/or front passenger seat belt
buckle sensor that detects whether the
driver or front passenger seat belt is
fastened. The seat belt buckle sensor
may adjust the inflation rate of the
advanced front air bags.
This vehicle is equipped with
Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable
Curtains (SABIC) to protect the heads
of front and rear outer occupants. The
SABIC air bags are located above the
side windows and their covers are also
labeled “AIR bag”.
This vehicle is also equipped with
Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air
Bags (SAB) for driver and passenger
pelvis-chest-shoulder protection during
a side impact. The Supplemental SeatMounted Side Air Bags are mounted
on front seats and are located in the
outboard side of the front seats.
NOTE:
After any accident, the vehicle should
be taken to the Service Network
immediately.
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Air Bag System Components
Your vehicle may be equipped
with the following air bag system
components:
• Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC);
• Air bag warning light on the
instrument cluster;
• Steering wheel and column;
• Instrument cluster;
• Driver advanced front air bag;
• Passenger advanced front air bag;
• Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air
Bags (SAB);
• Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable
Curtains (SABIC);
• Front and side impact sensors;
• Front seat belt pretensioners and seat
belt buckle switch;
• Pyrotechnical charge to cut power
from the battery; it is located on the
positive battery terminal.
Advanced Front Air Bags
Properties
The advanced front air bag system has
multistage driver and front passenger
air bags. This system provides output
appropriate to the severity and type
of collision as determined by the
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC),
which may receive information from
the front impact sensors.
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The first stage inflator is triggered
immediately during an impact that
requires air bag deployment. This low
output is used in less severe collisions.
A higher energy output is used for
more severe collisions.
CAUTION!
• The electronic control unit
provides for the activation of the
pretensioners, front air bags or
side air bags (front and rear) based
on different criteria, according to
the type of impact. Failure of one
or more systems to activate is not
indicative of a system malfunction.
• The front and/or lateral air bags may
inflate if the vehicle suffers a violent
impact involving the underbody
area, for example in case of violent
impacts against steps, sidewalks,
speed bumps, or when the vehicle
falls into potholes, or similar.
WARNING!
• EXTREME HAZARD! Do not use
a rearward facing child restraint
on a seat protected by an air bag
in front of it! Deployment of the
air bag in an accident could cause
fatal injuries to the baby regardless
of the severity of the collision.
Therefore, always release the
passenger air bag when a rearward
facing child restraint is installed
on the passenger front seat. The
front passenger seat must also be
positioned back as far as possible in
order to avoid the child restraint
from coming into contact with the
dashboard. Immediately reactivate
the passenger air bag as soon as
the child restraint system has been
removed.
• Never put objects (e.g. mobile
phones, toys, folders, tablets,
etc..) on the passenger side of
the dashboard since they could
interfere with correct inflation of the
passenger air bag and also cause
serious injury to the occupants.
• Do not put anything on or around
the air bag covers or attempt to
open them manually. You may
damage the air bags and you could
be injured because the air bags
may no longer be functional. The
protective covers for the air bag are
designed to open only when the air
bags are inflating.
• Always drive with your hands on
the steering wheel rim, so that the
air bag can inflate freely if required.
During the drive your back must be
as upright as comfort allows and be
against the seat back with the seat
belt properly fastened.
• Do not apply stickers or other objects
on the steering wheel, on the
dashboard in the passenger’s side air
bag area, on roof side trims or on the
seats.
• Do not travel with objects in your
lap, in front of your chest or
especially with a pipe, pencil or other
objects in your mouth. In the event
of a collision, the intervention of the
air bag could result in serious injury.
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Passenger seat’s front air bag and
child restraint systems
Rearward-facing child seats must
NEVER be used in the front seat of a
vehicle with the front passenger air
bag activated.
Deployment of the air bag in an
accident could cause fatal injuries to
the infant regardless of the severity of
the collision.
NOTE:
ALWAYS refer to the instructions
written on the label located on the
passenger side sunshade and behind it.
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Supplemental Air bags
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Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air
Bags (SAB)
Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air
Bags (SAB) protect the pelvis, chest and
shoulder area of the occupants in the
event of a side impact of medium/high
severity. The SAB is marked with
“AIRBAG” label sewn into the
outboard side of the front seats.
in the event of a side impact, thanks to
the wide cushion inflation surface.
Each air bag features inflated
chambers placed adjacent to the head
of each outboard occupant that reduce
the potential for side-impact head
injuries. The SABICS deploy downward,
covering both windows on the impact
side.
WARNING!
• Side air bags also need room to
When the air bag deploys, it opens the
seam between the front and side of
the seat's trim cover. Each air bag
deploys independently; a left side
impact deploys the left air bag only
and a right side impact deploys the
right air bag only.
Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable
Curtain (SABIC)
SABIC air bags are designed to protect
the head of front and rear occupants
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inflate. Do not rest your head, arms
or elbows on the door, windows or
the area in which the window bag
is located to avoid possible injury
during air bag inflation. Sit upright
in the centre of the seating area.
• Do not cover the front seatbacks
with clothes or covers. Do not use
accessory seat covers or place objects
between you and the side air bags;
the performance could be adversely
affected and/or objects could cause
serious injury.
• Do not add roof racks that require
permanent attachments (bolts or
screws) for installation on the vehicle
roof. Do not drill into the roof of the
vehicle for any reason.
Air Bag Deployment Sensors
and Controls
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
The Occupant Restraint Controller
(ORC) determines if deployment of the
front air bags and/or side air bags in
a frontal or side collision or rollover
event is required. Based on the impact
sensor's signals, a central electronic
ORC deploys the advanced front air
bags, SABIC and SAB air bags, and
front seat belt pretensioners, as
required, depending on the severity
and type of impact.
On top of what previously described,
the characteristics of the collision
registered by the sensors and sent
to the control unit of the ORC can
also cause a sudden cut of the power
from the battery, “blowing” the
pyrotechnical charge located on the
positive battery terminal.
CAUTION!
After a collision that has caused the
blowing up of the pyrotechnical
charge, this must be replaced at a
Service Network.
Advanced front air bags are designed
to provide additional protection by
supplementing the seat belts in certain
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frontal collisions depending on the
severity and type of collision.
Advanced front air bags are not
expected to reduce the risk of injury in
rear, side, or rollover collisions.
The advanced front air bags will
not deploy in all frontal collisions,
including those that may produce
substantial vehicle damage, for
example, some pole collisions, truck
under rides, and corner impacts. On
the other hand, depending on the
type and location of impact, advanced
front air bags may deploy in crashes
with little vehicle front-end damage
but that produce a severe initial
deceleration.
The side air bags will not deploy in all
side collisions. Side air bag deployment
will depend on the severity and type
of collision. Because air bag sensors
measure vehicle deceleration over
time, vehicle speed and damage
merely are not good indicators of
whether or not an air bag should have
deployed.
Seat belts are necessary for your
protection in all accidents, and also are
needed to help keep you in position,
away from an inflating air bag. The
ORC monitors the readiness of the
electronic parts of the air bag system
whenever the ignition switch is in the
RUN position. If the ignition switch
is in the OFF position, in the ACC
position, or not active, the air bag
system is not activated and the air
bags will not inflate.
The ORC contains a backup power
supply system that may deploy the
air bags even if the battery has low
power or it becomes disconnected
prior to deployment. When starting
the vehicle, ORC turns on the air bag
warning light
on the instrument
cluster for approximately 4 to 8
seconds for a test.
After the test, the air bag warning
light will turn off. If the ORC, during
the diagnosis phase detects a
malfunction that could affect the air
bag system, it turns on the air bag
warning light and the “Service Airbag
System” message either momentarily
or continuously. The diagnostics also
record the nature of the malfunction.
A beep will sound if the light
illuminates again after initial startup.
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The air bag warning light monitors the
internal circuits and interconnecting
wiring associated with air bag system
electrical components.
WARNING!
• The air bags may also be deployed
when the car is not moving, if
the ignition switch is in RUN
position and the engine is off, if
the car is hit by another moving
vehicle. Therefore, even if the
car is stationary, when an active
passenger air bag is fitted, DO
NOT install on the passenger seat
child restraint systems to be fitted
rearward facing on the front seat.
Deployment of the air bag following
an impact could cause fatal injuries
to the child. Therefore, always
deactivate the passenger air bag (see
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“Passenger’s Air bag Deactivation”
in this section) when a rearward
facing child restraint is installed
on the passenger front seat. The
front passenger seat must also be
positioned back as far as possible in
order to avoid the child restraint
from coming into contact with the
dashboard. Immediately reactivate
the passenger air bag as soon as
the child restraint system has been
removed. Also remember that, if
the ignition switch is in OFF, ACC
position or off, none of the safety
devices (air bags or pretensioners)
will be deployed in the event of
collision. Non-deployment of these
devices does not indicate a system
malfunction.
• Ignoring the air bag warning light
and message in your instrument
cluster could mean you won't have
the air bags to protect you in a
collision. If the light does not come
on as a bulb check when the ignition
is first turned on, stays on after you
start the engine, or if it comes on
as you drive, have an authorised
Maserati Service Centre service the
air bag system immediately.
Front Air Bag Inflator Units
When the ORC detects a collision
requiring the advanced front air bags,
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it signals the inflator units. A large
quantity of non-toxic gas is generated
to inflate the advanced front air bags.
The steering wheel hub trim cover and
the upper right side of the dashboard
separate and fold out of the way as
the air bags inflate to their full size.
The air bags then quickly deflate while
helping to restrain the driver and front
passenger. The advanced front air bag
gas is vented through the vent holes
in the sides of the air bag. In this way,
the air bags do not interfere with your
control of the vehicle.
Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air
Bag (SAB) Inflator Units
The ORC unit determines if a side
collision requires the side air bags
to inflate, based on the severity and
type of collision. Based on the severity
and type of collision, the side air bag
inflator on the crash side of the vehicle
may be triggered, releasing a quantity
of non-toxic gas.
The inflating SAB exits through the
seat seam into the space between
the occupant and the door. The side
air bag moves at a very high speed
and with such a high force that it
could injure you if you are not seated
properly, or if items are positioned
in the area where the side air bag
inflates. This especially applies to
children.
Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable
Curtain (SABIC) Inflator Units
During collisions where the impact
is confined to a particular area of
the side of the vehicle, the ORC may
deploy the SABIC air bags, depending
on the severity and type of collision. In
these events, the ORC will deploy the
SABIC only on the impact side of the
vehicle. A quantity of non-toxic gas is
generated to inflate the side curtain
air bag.
The inflating side curtain air bag
pushes the head/s of the occupant/s
seating in the outside seats from the
edge of the headliner out of the way
and covers the window. The air bag
inflates with enough force to possibly
injure you if you are not belted
and seated properly, or if items are
positioned in the area where the side
curtain air bag inflates. This especially
applies to children.
The SABICs may also help reduce the
risk of partial or complete ejection
of vehicle occupants through side
windows in certain rollover events
(because equipped with rollover
sensing).
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Front and Side Impact Sensors
In front and side impacts, impact
sensors can aid the ORC in determining
appropriate response to impact events.
Enhanced Accident Response System
In the event of an impact causing air
bag deployment, if the communication
network and the power remains intact,
depending on the nature of the event,
the ORC will determine whether the
enhanced accident response system
will have to perform the following
functions:
• cut off fuel to the engine;
• turn hazard lights and interior lights
on as long as the battery has power
or until the ignition switch is turned
off;
• unlock the doors automatically;
• disconnect the battery with a
pyrotechnic charge.
Air Bag Deployment Result
The advanced front air bags are
designed to deflate immediately after
deployment.
If you do have a collision which
deploys the air bags, any or all of the
following may occur:
• The nylon air bag material may
sometimes cause abrasions and/or
skin reddening to the driver and
front passenger as the air bags
deploy and unfold. They are not
caused by contact with chemicals.
They are not permanent and
normally heal quickly. However, if
you haven't healed significantly
within a few days, or if you have
any blistering, see your doctor
immediately.
• As the air bags deflate, you may
see some smoke-like particles. The
particles are a normal by-product of
the process that generates the nontoxic gas used for air bag inflation.
These airborne particles may irritate
the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you
have skin or eye irritation, rinse the
area with cool water. For nose or
throat irritation, move to fresh air.
If the irritation continues, see your
doctor. If these particles settle on
your clothing, follow the garment
manufacturer's instructions for
cleaning. Do not drive your vehicle
after an air bag has deployed. If you
are involved in another collision,
the air bags will not be in place to
protect you.
ENVIRONMENTAL!
Air bag inflation releases a small
amount of powder. This powder is not
harmful for the environment.
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WARNING!
• Deployed air bags and seat belt
pretensioners cannot protect you in
another collision. Have the air bags,
seat belt pretensioners, and the
front seat belt retractor assemblies
replaced by a Maserati Service
Centre. Also, have the Occupant
Restraint Controller (ORC) system
serviced as well.
• Have the air bag checked, serviced
and replaced only by the Service
Network.
Air Bag System Maintenance
WARNING!
• Modifications to any part of the air
bag system could cause it to fail
when you need it; thus you could be
injured if the air bag system is not
there to protect you. Do not modify
the components or wiring. Do not
modify the front bumper, vehicle
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body structure, or add aftermarket
side steps or running boards.
It is dangerous to try to repair any
part of the air bag system without
the necessary know-how.
Do not attempt to modify any part
of your air bag system. The air bag
may inflate accidentally or may not
function properly if modifications
are made. Take your vehicle to the
Service Network for any air bag
system service. If your seat including
your trim cover and cushion needs
to be serviced in any way (including
removal or loosening/tightening of
seat attachment bolts), take the
vehicle to the Service Network.
Only Maserati manufacturer
approved seat accessories may be
used. If it is necessary to modify
the air bag system for persons with
disabilities, contact the Service
Network.
If the speedometer, tachometer, or
any engine related gauges are not
working, the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) may also be
disabled. The air bags may not be
ready to inflate for your protection.
Promptly check the fuse block for
blown fuses. To identify the air bag
fuse see “Fuse Replacement” in
section “Maintenance and Care”. See
the Service Network if the fuse does
not fix the problem.
Passenger’s Air bag
Deactivation (if foreseen)
If you have to carry a child on the
front passenger seat, always deactivate
the air bag on the passenger’s side
before installing a rearward-facing
child seat.
To deactivate the air bag, open the
menu “Vehicle Settings” and skip to
“Passenger Airbag” (see “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”).
The passenger air bag is normally
activated (ON).
With the switch pressed in the
arrow direction select option “OFF”
and confirm by pressing the switch
( ).
Confirm the selection by pressing the
switch ( ): a confirmation box will
prompt user to select “Yes” or “No”.
Select “No” to go back to previous
selection screen.
Select “Yes” to confirm deactivation:
the
symbol will display for 2
seconds with the corresponding
message.
The air bag light
will illuminate on
the instrument cluster display and on
the overhead console.
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WARNING!
• We recommend you to always fit any
child seats on the rear seat, as this is
the safest position in the event of a
collision.
• When the passenger side air bag is
deactivated the passenger seated
on the front seat will not have the
additional protection of the air bag
in the event of a collision.
• Only deactivate the air bag when
you are carrying a person considered
at risk, and always reactivate it at
the end of transportation.
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Transport of persons with
disability
The display will then return to the
“Vehicle Settings” menu.
In order to activate the passenger air
bag follow the same procedure by
selecting “ON” option on menu.
CAUTION!
Should the warning light
(passenger’s air bag off) malfunction,
its failure will be shown on the display.
Deactivation of the front passenger air
bag does not deactivate the other air
bags and the seat belt.
If it is necessary to modify the
advanced air bag system of your
vehicle to accommodate a person
with disabilities, contact the Service
Network .
WARNING!
• The advanced air bag system of your
vehicle is not designed to protect
adults with disabilities that require
deactivation of the passenger or
driver air bag.
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• If you or another occupant is an
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adult with a medical condition that
requires air bag deactivation, please
contact the Service Network.
• Persons with disabilities are advised
not to travel in the front seat in
order to avoid the risk of serious
injuries or death, even in minor
crashes.
Child Restraint Systems
Everyone in your vehicle needs to be
buckled up all the time, including
babies and children. This prescription
is compulsory in all EC countries
according to EC Directive 2003/20/EC.
Children up to 12 years old or under
1.5 m (5 ft) in height, must be properly
buckled up in a child restraint system.
According to crash statistics, children
are safer when properly restrained in
the rear seats rather than in the front.
NOTE:
All states have legislation governing
how and where children should be
carried in a vehicle. Please check the
regulations existing in your state.
WARNING!
• EXTREME HAZARD! Do not use a
rearward-facing child restraint on
a seat protected by an air bag in
front of it! Deployment of the air
bag in an accident could cause fatal
injuries to the baby regardless of the
severity of the collision.
• If the passenger's air bag is
deactivated always check the
warning light on the instrument
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cluster to make sure that it has
actually been deactivated.
• Never carry children on your lap, not
even newborns. No one can restrain
a child in the event of an accident.
• Every child has to use one child
restraint system; never carry two
children using only one child seat.
• In case of accident, replace the child
seat with a new one.
The choice of the most suitable child
restraint system depends on the
weight of the child.
There are different types of child
restraint systems. Always refer to the
manual provided with child seat to
ensure it is the proper type according
the travelling child.
In Europe the child restraint systems
prescriptions are defined by European
Standard ECE-R44.
Child restraint systems are classified
into five weight groups:
• Group 0: up to 10 kg (up to 22 lb)
weight;
• Group 0 +: up to 13 kg (up to 29 lb)
weight;
• Group 1: 9 - 18 kg (20 - 40 lb) weight;
• Group 2: 15 - 25 kg (33 - 55 lb)
weight;
• Group 3: 22 - 36 kg (49 - 79 lb)
weight.
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NOTE:
Regardless of the type of child
restraint, always check that the seat
belt is well fastened by pulling on it.
All restraint devices must bear the
approval data, with the control mark
on a label firmly secured to the child
seat which must never be removed.
Over 1.5 m (5 ft) in height, from the
point of view of restraint systems,
children are considered as adults and
wear the seat belts normally.
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Group 0 and 0+ Child Restraint
Systems
Babies up to 13 kg (29 lb) must be
carried with rearward-facing seats,
which, supporting the head, do not
induce stress on the neck in the event
of sharp decelerations.
These child restraint systems are fixed
to the car by the three-point seat belt
or by the Isofix anchorages. Check
“Installing Child Restraint Systems
using the Vehicle Seat Belt equipped
with ALR” or “Isofix Universal Child
Restraint System” in this chapter for
further information.
NOTE:
For Group 0/0+ Semi Universal Isofix
child restraint system are available,
always check the manual to ensure the
car seat is approved for your specific
vehicle.
WARNING!
Rearward-facing child seats must
never be used in the front seat of a
vehicle with the front passenger air
bag activated. An air bag deployment
could cause severe injury or death to
infants in this position.
Group 1 Child Restraint
Systems
Children with weight between 9 kg to
18 kg (20 lb to 40 lb) may use forward
facing seats.
These child restraint systems are fixed
to the car by the three-point seat belt
or by the Isofix anchorages. Check
“Installing Child Restraint Systems
using the Vehicle Seat Belt equipped
with ALR” or “Isofix Universal Child
Restraint System” in this chapter for
further information.
Group 2 Child Restraint
Systems
Children from 15 kg to 25 kg (33 lb
to 55 lb) may use the car seat belts
directly. These child restraint systems
are fixed to the car by the by the
three-point seat belt or by the Isofix
anchorages. Refer to “Installing
Child Restraint Systems using the
Vehicle Seat Belt equipped with ALR”
or “Isofix Universal Child Restraint
System” in this chapter for further
information.
This type of child seat is featured to
position the child correctly towards
the belts so that the diagonal section
crosses the child’s chest and not its
neck, and the lower part is snug on
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the pelvis and not on the abdomen.
Always check that the seat belts do not
restrain the child's throat.
Over 1.50 m (5 ft) in height children
can wear seat belts like adults.
Group 3 Child Restraint
Systems
WARNING!
Improper installation leads to failure
of an infant or child restraint. It
could come loose in a collision.
The child could be badly injured or
killed. Follow the child restraint
manufacturer's directions exactly
when installing a child restraint
system.
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For children with weight between 22
kg to 36 kg (49 lb to 79 lb) devices
are available to position the seat belt
correctly.
• Make sure that the child is upright in
the seat.
• The lap portion must adhere to the
pelvis and as snug as possible.
• Check belt fit periodically. A child's
squirming or slouching can move the
belt out of position.
• Always check that the seat belts do
not restrain the child's throat.
• Never allow a child to put the
shoulder belt under an arm or behind
their back.
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Some Tips on getting the most
out of your Child Restraint
• Before buying any child restraint
system, make sure that it has a
label certifying that it meets all
applicable Safety Standards. Maserati
recommends that you make sure that
you can install the child restraint
system in the vehicle where you will
use it before you buy it.
• The child restraint systems choice
must be appropriate for your child's
weight.
• Carefully follow the instructions that
come with the child restraint system.
If you install the child restraint system
improperly, it may not work when
you need it.
• Fit the child into the seat according
to the child restraint manufacturer's
directions.
WARNING!
When your child restraint system is
not used, secure it in the vehicle with
the seat belt or remove it from the
vehicle. Do not leave it loose in the
vehicle. In a sudden stop or accident,
it could strike the occupants or
seatbacks and cause serious personal
injury.
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Suitability of Passenger Seats for Universal Child Restraint System Use
According to the European Directive 2003/20/EC the suitability of each passenger seat position for the fixing of universal
child restraint systems is shown in the following table:
Group
Front passenger seat
Outer rear seats
Central rear seat
0
Up to 10 kg / 22 lb
U (*)
U
X
0+
Up to 13 kg / 29 lb
U (*)
U
X
1
9–18 kg / 20–40 lb
U (*)
U
X
2
15–25 kg / 33–55 lb
U (*)
U
X
3
22–36 kg / 49–79 lb
U (*)
U
X
2
U = Child seat category “Universal”. A child seat designed for fastening on the seat with the seat belt.
(*) = The seat should be adjusted.
X = Central rear seat isn't suitable to fix any type of Universal Child restraint system.
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Summary of Children Safety
Transporting Regulations:
Children up to 12 years old or under
1.50 m (5 ft) may only travel if secured,
using adequate child restraint systems.
We recommend to always fit any child
restraint system on the rear seats
outer, as this is the safest position in
the event of a collision.
Do not fit any CRS on rear centre
seating position.
If the vehicle is equipped with active
passenger air bags, do not place
rearward-facing infant seats on front
seat.
When deactivating the passenger-side
air bag, always check the illumination
of the warning light
in the TFT
display of the instrument cluster and
on the overhead console, indicating
the air bag has been deactivated (see
“Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Air bags” in this section).
Strictly follow the instructions which
the manufacturer is obliged to provide
with the child restraint system.
Keep the instructions in the vehicle
together with the documents and
this owner’s manual. Do not use a
child restraint system which does not
comprehend any instructions for use.
Installing Child Restraint
Systems using the Vehicle Seat
Belt equipped with ALR
The passenger seat belts are equipped
with an Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR) to secure child protection
through a Child Restraint System (CRS).
These types of seat belts are designed
to keep the lap portion of the seat belt
tight around the child restraint seat
avoiding to use a locking clip.
The ALR will make a ratcheting noise
if the entire belt is pulled out of the
retractor in order to enable the belt
retracting subsequently. For additional
information on ALR, see “Using Seat
Belt in Automatic Locking Retractor
Mode (ALR)” in “Occupants Restraint
Systems” in this section.
To install a Child Restraint System with
ALR, pull enough of the belt out of
the retractor leading it through the
belt path of the protection device.
Slide the latch into the buckle until it
clicks. Remove then the entire safety
belt from the retractor in order to
rewound. While rewinding a click
will indicate the safety belt is now in
Automatic Locking mode.
Exert then a traction on the exceeded
lap section of the belt in order to
tighten it around the child restraint
seat. All seat belts will loosen over
time, it is therefore necessary to
check them periodically and set them
properly.
Isofix Universal Child Restraint
Your vehicle's side rear seats are all
equipped with Isofix anchorages.
The Isofix Universal system allows the
child restraint systems to be fixed
without using the vehicle's seat belts,
instead fixing the child restraint system
to the vehicle structure, using lower
anchorages A and upper tether strap
B.
NOTE:
Remember that when using a Isofix
Universal child seat, you can only use
approved child seats with the marking
ECE R44 " Isofix Universal ” (03 release
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or post) (see the example in the
figure).
run your finger along the intersection
of the seatback and seat cushion
surfaces.
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Isofix Universal child restraint systems
are now available. You should never
install Isofix Universal child seats so
that two seats share a common lower
anchorage.
If your child restraints are not Isofix
Universal, install the restraints using
the vehicle's seat belts.
Installing an Isofix Universal Child
Restraint System
Follow the child restraint
manufacturer's instructions provided
with the child restraint system.
The lower Isofix anchorages are “U”
metal rings located on the rear seat
where the cushion meets the seatback
and are located just below the symbol
shown in the picture, but are not
visible. You will easily feel them if you
Such anchorages can be reached
pushing down or lifting the foldable
end of the boot compartment cover.
NOTE:
• To correctly install a child restraint
system on the rear seats, position the
seat back in the less tilted position
(see chapter "Rear seats" in section
“Understanding the Vehicle”).
• On the vehicles of Australian market
the top tether strap anchorage
behind the central rear seat should
be used to secure a child restraint
system with the vehicle's seat belts.
Top tether strap anchorages are placed
behind the backrest of the rear seats.
To fix an Isofix Universal Child seat for
weight group 1 proceed as follows.
• Secure the child seat to the “U”
lower metal rings positioned on the
rear seat.
Fix the end of the upper belt, also
called Top Tether (provided with the
child seat), to the attachment located
behind the backrest.
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• Lift the headrest.
• Route the top tether to provide
the most direct path between the
anchorage behind the backrest and
the child restraint system passing
it between the slide rods of the
headrest.
• Tighten upper strap until you reach
the tension level recommended by
the restraint system manufacturer.
• Fully lower the headrest.
NOTE:
• The other weight groups are covered
by specific Isofix child seats, which
can be used only if specifically tested
for this car (see list of cars provided
with the child seat).
• For any further details on installation
and/or use, refer to the instructions
provided with the child seat.
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WARNING!
• Fit the child seat when the car
is stationary. The child seat is
correctly fixed to the anchorages
when hearing a click. Follow
the instructions for assembly,
disassembly and positioning that the
manufacturer must supply with the
child restraint system.
• An incorrectly anchored tether strap
could lead to increased head motion
and possible injury to the child. Use
only the anchor position directly
behind the child seat to secure a
child restraint top tether strap.
NOTE:
• Ensure that the tether strap does not
slip into the opening between the
seatbacks as you remove slack in the
strap.
• When using an Isofix child restraint
system, please ensure that all seat
belts not being used for occupant
restraints are stowed and out of
reach of children.
WARNING!
• Improper installation of a child
restraint system to the Isofix
anchorages can lead to failure of
an infant or child restraint. The
child could be badly injured or
killed. Follow the child restraint
manufacturer's directions exactly
when installing an infant or child
restraint system.
• Child restraint anchorages are
designed to withstand only
those loads imposed by correctly
fitted child restraints. Under no
circumstances are they to be used
for adult seat belts, harnesses, or for
attaching other items or equipment
to the vehicle.
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Suitability of Passenger Seats for Isofix Child Restraint System Use
The table below shows the various installation possibilities for Isofix child restraint systems on seats fitted with Isofix
anchorages in accordance with European standard ECE 16.
Group
0
Up to 10 kg / 22 lb
0+
Up to 13 kg / 29 lb
1
9–18 kg / 20–40 lb
Size category of the
child seat (*)
Front passenger seat
Outer rear seats
Central rear seat
E
X
IL
X
E
X
IL
X
D
X
IL
X
C
X
IL (**)
X
D
X
IL
X
C
X
IL (**)
X
B
X
IUF, IL
X
B1
X
IUF, IL
X
A
X
IUF, IL
X
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(*) = The size category is shown on the label attached to the child seat.
(**) = It is necessary to make adjustments on the corresponding front seat.
IL = The seat is suited for installation of an Isofix child seat with the “Semi Universal” approval. The Category “Semi
Universal” means that the child seat with the Isofix system is approved for your vehicle. Observe the information in the
list of vehicles which comes with the child seat.
IUF = The seat is suitable for the installation of an Isofix child seat with the approval “Universal” and attachment with
the Top Tether belt.
X = The seat is not fitted with Isofix systems.
Maserati Recommended Child Restraint Systems for this Vehicle
“Maserati Genuine Accessories” makes available a complete range of child restraint systems that can be fixed using the
vehicle seat belts or through the Isofix anchorages.
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NOTE:
Please check the availability of the Child Seats for your Country.
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Group: 0+
(Up to 13 kg / 29
lb)
Maserati Peg Pérego Primo
viaggio SL
Maserati Peg Pérego Isofix K
Base
Approval Number with Isofix Basement: E24 040089 Isofix/SemiUniversal child seat.
This seat can only be installed in rear-facing position using the
related Isofix basement (to be purchased separately) and the
Isofix anchorages on rear outboard seat.
Maserati recommends this seat for this weight group.
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Maserati Peg Pérego Primo
viaggio SL
Approval Number: E24 040088
Universal child seat.
This seat can only be installed
in rear-facing position using
the vehicle seat belts (it can
also be used together with
the “Maserati Peg Pérego
Pushchair”).
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Group: 1
(Up to 13 kg / 29
lb)
Maserati Peg Pérego Viaggio 1
Duo-Fix
Maserati Peg Pérego Isofix K
Base
Approval Number with Isofix Basement: E24 040058 Isofix child
seat.
To be installed in forward-facing position using the related
basement Isofix K (to be purchased separately) and the Isofix
anchorages on rear outboard seat.
Group: 2, 3
(15 – 36 kg / 33 –
79 lb)
Maserati Peg Pérego Viaggio 1
Duo-Fix
Approval Number: E24 040057
Universal child seat.
To be installed in forwardfacing position using the
vehicle seat belts.
Maserati Peg Pérego Viaggio 2-3 Surefix
Universal Approval Number: E24 040070
Semi-Universal Approval Number: E24 040071
This seat can only be installed in forward-facing position using the vehicle seat belts and,
optionally, the Isofix anchorages on rear outboard seat.
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WARNING!
Maserati recommends to install
the child seat according to the
manufacturer's directions that must be
supplied with it.
Important Safety Notice for
Transporting Children
• Install the child seat on the rear seat
as this is the safest position in case of
collisions.
• Use the seat in the rear-facing
position as long as possible, if
possible until the child is 3-4 years
old.
• When deactivating the front
passenger air bag (for versions/
markets, where provided), make sure
that the
light stays On on the TFT
display and on the overhead console
to indicate the correct deactivation.
• Keep the instructions in the vehicle
together with the documents and
this owner’s manual. Do not use a
child restraint system which does not
provide any instructions for use.
• Every child has to use one child
restraint system; never carry two
children using only one child seat.
• If using the vehicle seat belt, always
check that the belt does not restrain
the child's throat.
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• Firmly pull the seat belt to check that
it is correctly buckled.
• Never allow a child to seat
improperly or to unbuckle the seat
belt while driving.
• Never allow a child to wear the
shoulder portion of the belt under
the arms or behind the back.
• Never carry children on your lap, not
even newborns. No one can restrain a
child in the event of an accident.
• In case of accident, replace the child
seat with a new one.
Transporting Pets
Air bags deploying in the front seat
could harm your pet. An unrestrained
pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during
panic braking or in an accident.
Pets should be restrained in the rear
seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers
that are secured by vehicle seat belts.
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Park Assist (optional)
The Park Assist (also called
“ParkSense”) system provides visual
and audible indications of the distance
between the rear and/or front bumper
and a detected obstacle when backing
up or moving forward, e.g. during a
parking manoeuvre.
Besides the use of the sensors available
on the bumpers and of the rear
parking camera, the vehicle may be
equipped with surround view cameras
(optional) to assist the driver during
manoeuvres on dead-ends/roads and
on intersections. For more details on
this option, see chapter "Surround
View Camera System" in this section.
Refer to “Park Assist System Usage
Precautions” for limitations of this
system and recommendations. Park
Assist system will retain the last system
state (enabled or disabled) from the
last ignition cycle when the ignition is
changed to the RUN position.
Park Assist system can be active only
when the shift lever is in R (Reverse) or
D (Drive).
If Park Assist is enabled at one of these
shift lever positions, the system will
remain active until the vehicle speed
is increased to approximately 12 km/h
(7.5 mph) or above. The system will
become active again if the vehicle
speed is decreased to speeds less than
approximately 10 km/h (6.2 mph).
Park Assist Sensors
The four Park Assist sensors, located
in the rear bumper, monitor the area
behind the vehicle that is within the
sensor's field of view. The sensors can
detect obstacles up to approximately
200 cm (78 in) from the rear bumper in
the horizontal direction, depending on
the location, type and orientation of
the obstacle.
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The six Park Assist sensors, located in
the front bumper, monitor the area in
front of the vehicle that is within the
sensor's field of view.
The sensors can detect obstacles up to
a distance of approximately 120 cm
(50 in) from the front bumper in the
horizontal direction, depending on the
location, type and orientation of the
obstacle.
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GTS and TROFEO Versions
Park Assist Warning Messages
Display
The Park Assist Warning screen will
only be displayed if “Sound + Display”
is selected from the MTC+ System.
Refer to “MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further information. The Park
Assist Warning screen is located on the
instrument cluster display.
It provides visual warnings to indicate
the distance between the rear bumper
and/or front bumper and the detected
obstacle.
The warning display will turn on
indicating the system status (ready or
off) when the vehicle is in R (Reverse)
or in D (Drive) and an obstacle has
been detected.
The detection area in front of the
vehicle is divided into two parts with
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four arcs while the two detection areas
behind the car into five arcs.
The system will indicate a detected
obstacle by displaying arcs with fixed
or flashing light and a characteristic
sound according to the obstacle
distance. The colour indicates the
distance and the arc indicates the
position of the detected obstacle. The
green colour of the outer arc indicates
the maximum distance, the amber
colour of the middle arcs indicates
the medium distance, while the red
colour of the nearest arc indicates the
minimum distance.
As the vehicle moves closer to the
object the instrument cluster will
display the arc moving towards the
vehicle and the sound tone will change
from single to slow, to fast and to
continuous.
The vehicle is close to the obstacle
when the instrument cluster displays
one flashing red arc only, combined
with a continuous sound.
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The following charts show the warning alert visualization when the system is detecting an obstacle.
Front Sensors - Warning Alerts
Front distance
More than 120 cm
(50 in)
120-101 cm
(50-40 in)
100-61 cm
(40-24 in)
60-31 cm
(23.6-12.2 in)
Less than 30 cm
(12 in)
Audible Alert
None
None
Slow
Fast
Continuous
Arc in left and
right areas
None
4th
3rd
2nd
1st (inner most)
Type light
None
Solid
Solid
Flash
Flash
Arc colour
-‒
Green
Amber
Amber
Red
Active
Active
Mute
Mute
Mute
Radio sound
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Rear Sensors - Warning Alerts
Rear distance
More than
200 cm
(78 in)
200-151 cm
(78-59.4 in)
150-101 cm
(60-40 in)
100-61 cm
(40-24 in)
60-31 cm
(23.6-12.2 in)
Less than
30 cm
(12 in)
Audible Alert
None
Single
Slow
Slow
Fast
Continuous
Arc in left and
right areas
None
5th
4th
3rd
2nd
1st (inner
most)
Type light
None
Solid
Solid
Solid
Flash
Flash
Arc colour
‒
Green
Amber
Amber
Amber
Red
Active
Mute
Mute
Mute
Mute
Mute
Radio sound
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NOTE:
Park Assist will turn off the front
park assist audible alert (chime) after
approximately 4 seconds when an
obstacle has been detected, the
vehicle is stationary, and brake pedal is
applied.
Enabling and Disabling Park
Assist
By accessing the submenu “Safety
& Driving Assistant” from MTC+
System, the “Park Assist” can be
disabled (option “Off”). The available
options regarding the warning alerts
are: “Sound” or “Sound + Display”.
Refer to “MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further information. The front
sensors can be enabled or disabled at
any time by pressing the button on the
front dome console.
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After pressing the button the
instrument cluster will display the
state of front parking sensors for
approximately five seconds. The
button LED will be on when the front
sensors are disabled. The button LED
will be off when the front sensors are
enabled. If the button is pressed and
the system requires service, the LED
will blink momentarily, and then the
LED will be on.
When the shift lever is moved to R
(Reverse) or to D (Drive) at a speed of
11 km/h (7 mph) or below and the
system is disabled, the instrument
cluster will display the “PARK ASSIST
Off” message for 5 seconds until the
shift lever remains in R (Reverse) or
when the shift lever is moved in D
(Drive).
Service the Park Assist System
In case of malfunction of the Park
Assist system, the instrument cluster
will actuate a single sound, once per
ignition cycle. The instrument cluster
will display a message when any of the
rear or front sensor(s) are blocked by
snow, mud, or ice and the vehicle is
shifted into R (Reverse) or D (Drive).
The instrument cluster will display
a message when any of the rear or
front sensors are damaged and require
service.
When the shift lever is moved to R
(Reverse) or D (Drive) and the system
has detected a faulted condition, the
instrument cluster will display the
corresponding message for the time
lapse the vehicle is in R (Reverse) or D
(Drive) at speeds less than 11 km/h (7
mph). Under this condition Park Assist
will not operate. See “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls” for further
information.
If the instrument cluster displays a
message prompting you to clean the
sensors, make sure the outer surface
and the underside of the rear bumper
and/or front bumper is clean and
clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other
obstruction and then cycle the ignition
switch. If the message continues to
appear contact the Service Network.
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Park Assist System Usage
Precautions
If a failure message is displayed on the
instrument cluster, contact the Service
Network.
Cleaning the Park Assist
Sensors
When cleaning the sensors, take
special care not to scratch or damage
them; therefore, do not use dry, rough
or hard cloths.
The sensors must be washed with clean
water, possibly adding car shampoo.
Should you need to repaint the
bumper or in case of paint touch-ups
in the sensor area, please contact
exclusively the Service Network.
Incorrect paint application could affect
the parking sensors operation.
NOTE:
• Jackhammers, large trucks, and
other vibrations could affect the
performance of Park Assist.
• Objects such as bicycle carriers, trailer
hitches, etc., must not be placed
within 30 cm (12 in) from the rear
bumper while driving the vehicle.
Failure to do so can result in the
system misinterpreting a close object
as a sensor problem, causing the
service Park Assist message to be
displayed in the instrument cluster.
over his/her shoulder when using
Park Assist.
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing
up even when using the Park Assist
system. Always check carefully behind
your vehicle, look behind you, and be
sure to check for pedestrians, animals,
other vehicles, obstructions, and
blind spots before backing up. You
are responsible for safety and must
continue to pay attention to your
surroundings. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury or death.
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Park Assist Volume
CAUTION!
• Park Assist is only a parking aid and it
is unable to recognise every obstacle,
including small obstacles. Parking
curbs might only be temporarily
detected or not detected at all.
Obstacles located above or below the
sensors will not be detected when
they are in close proximity.
• The vehicle must be driven slowly
when using Park Assist in order to be
able to stop in time when an obstacle
is detected. When backing up, it is
recommended that the driver looks
The volume of the acoustic signal
emitted by the front and rear parking
sensors is set to the medium level.
Three different level of volume can
be selected the submenu “Safety &
Driving Assistant” from the MTC+
System.
Low level is useful in certain conditions
when the parking sensor acoustic
signal keeps coming on although there
is no actual collision hazard. This may
typically occur when driving in a queue
or when the vehicle is overtaken by
motorcycles or other vehicles on one or
both sides in a queue of traffic.
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When you set the volume, only the
parking sensor acoustic signal will
be affected. The radio or any other
devices connected to the vehicle sound
system will not be affected.
Refer to chapter “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls” for further information.
Operation with a Trailer
The operation of the rear sensors is
automatically deactivated when the
trailer's electric plug is inserted in
the vehicle's tow hook socket, while
the front sensors stay active and can
provide acoustic and visual warnings.
The rear sensors are automatically
reactivated when the trailer's cable
plug is removed.
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Rear Parking Camera
(optional)
Your vehicle can be equipped with a
rear parking camera that allows you to
see an image on the MTC+ screen of
the rear surroundings of your vehicle
whenever the shift lever is put into R
(Reverse).
When “Parkview Camera Off Delay”
mode is enabled, the rear view image
shall be displayed for up to 10 seconds
after shifting out of R (Reverse).
To assist the driver during manoeuvres
on dead-ends/roads and on
intersections, the vehicle may be
equipped with an optional surround
view camera system. In this case, the
rear parking camera is integrated into
the surround view camera system. In
both configurations (rear parking
camera only or surround view camera
system), you can always monitor the
rear view. For more details on this
option, see chapter "Surround View
Camera System" in this section.
The image will be displayed along
with a caution note to “Check Entire
Surroundings” across the top of the
screen. After five seconds this note will
disappear.
The rear parking camera is located on
the rear of the vehicle above the rear
licence plate.
When the shift lever is shifted out of
R (Reverse), the rear camera mode is
exited and the navigation or audio
screen appears again.
When displayed, dynamic grid lines (if
the function is set to “MTC+ Settings”)
will illustrate the width of the vehicle
to assist with parking or aligning to a
hitch/receiver. The dynamic grid lines
will show separate zones in different
colour that will help indicate the
distance to the rear of the vehicle.
The following table shows the
approximate distances for each zone
and colour:
Zone
Distance to the rear of the
vehicle
Red
28 - 30 cm (11 - 12 in)
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Zone
Distance to the rear of the
vehicle
Yellow
30 cm - 2 m (12 - 78 in)
Green
2 - 4 m (78 - 157 in) or
greater
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when
reversing even when using the rear
view camera. Always check carefully
behind your vehicle, and be sure to
check for pedestrians, animals, other
vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots
before reversing. You are responsible
for the safety of your surroundings
and must continue to be careful while
reversing. Failure to do so can result in
serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
• To avoid vehicle damage, the rear
camera should only be used as a
parking aid, as the rear camera is
unable to view every obstacle or
object in your drive path.
• To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle
must be driven slowly when using
the rear camera to be able to stop in
time when an obstacle is seen. It is
recommended that the driver looks
frequently over his/her shoulder
when using the rear camera.
Surround View Camera
System (optional)
System components
The system uses four cameras to
monitor the area around the vehicle,
placed on the front grid, under the
side rear-view mirrors and on the
liftgate, between the number plate
lights.
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NOTE:
If snow, ice, mud, or any other
substance builds up on the camera
lens, clean the lens, rinse with water,
and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover
the lens.
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Once the “Surround Camera” screen
is displayed, it is possible to choose
which images to display according to 4
possible settings.
Rear view and top view
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present under the image: the edges
of the pressed button will highlight.
The button will highlight and the type
of selected view will appear on each
image.
Rear cross path view
Front cross path view
When the shift lever is shifted to R
(Reverse) position, the top view and
rear view of the surrounding scenario
will be automatically displayed on
MTC+ display.
Instead, when the shift lever is shifted
to P (Park), N (Neutral) or D (Drive)
position, it is possible to activate/
deactivate the system by pressing
“Surround Camera” soft-key in
“Controls” screen of MTC+ display.
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Front view and top view
In any shift lever condition, when
“Surround View” screen is displayed,
a pop-up message will appear in the
upper part for 5 seconds to advise
the driver to check the surrounding
scenario before any manoeuvre.
With transmission in P (Park), N
(Neutral) or D (Drive), the upper right
corner of the screen will show the
“X” key: touch it to go back to the
previous screen of MTC+ display,
before entering in “Controls”.
The deactivation of the rear
visualization via “X” soft-key is not
possible when the transmission is in R
(Reverse) position.
Choose the most suitable setting for
the situation and the manoeuvre you
are performing or going to perform,
by touching the relevant button
In the top view, the vehicle is
represented as it is during the
manoeuvre (see example in the
figure), therefore any open doors will
be visible in the image.
To display also the dynamic lines
of the trajectory you are setting, it
is necessary to set this function by
accessing the “Settings” menu on
MTC+, at “Safety & Driving Assistant”
item, by using the dynamic gridlines
activation menu. Once this menu is
displayed, it is also possible to set the
function that delays the exit from this
screen in special situations when the
transmission lever is in D (Drive), N
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(Neutral) and P (Park) position by using
the surround view camera delay menu.
For further information, see “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”.
WARNING!
Failure to follow the precautions
below might result in serious injury or
even death.
• Drivers must be careful during
manoeuvres also when using the
camera system with surround view.
• Always check carefully the areas
around your vehicle, before
proceeding forward or backward.
• Be sure to always check for any
pedestrians, animals, other vehicles,
obstructions, or blind spots.
• The driver must use the utmost
caution while using the system
to avoid damage to property or
personal injury.
• The camera system with surround
view is designed for use during
the day or under good lighting
conditions. Do not use and rely on
the system under poor lighting
conditions.
• Distance lines and trajectory lines
must be used only as a reference
and only when vehicle is on a flat
ground. The distance shown on
MTC+ display must be interpreted as
a reference and might be different
from the distance actually present
between the vehicle and any
displayed objects.
• Any obstacles present above the
cameras cannot be detected.
that the driver looks frequently over
his/her shoulder when using this
system.
NOTE:
If snow, ice, mud, or any other
substance builds up on the camera
lens, clean the lens, rinse with water,
and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover
the lens.
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CAUTION!
• To avoid vehicle damage, the camera
system with surround view should
only be used as a parking aid, as the
cameras are unable to view every
obstacle or object in your drive path.
• To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle
must be driven slowly when using the
camera system with surround view,
to be able to stop in time when an
obstacle is seen. It is recommended
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Safety Tips
Transporting Passengers
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WARNING!
• Do not leave children or animals
inside parked vehicles in hot
weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury.
• It is extremely dangerous to travel in
a cargo area, inside of a vehicle. In a
collision, people travelling in these
areas are more likely to be seriously
injured.
• Do not allow people to travel in
any area of your vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seat belts.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in
a seat and using a seat belt properly.
Exhaust Gas
WARNING!
• Exhaust gases can injure. They
contain carbon monoxide (CO),
which is colourless and odourless.
Breathing it can make you
unconscious and can eventually
poison you. To avoid breathing (CO),
follow these safety tips:
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• Do not run the engine in a closed
Vehicle Safety Checks
The best protection against carbon
monoxide entry into the passenger
compartment is a properly maintained
engine exhaust system.
Whenever detecting a change in
the sound of the exhaust system or
eventual exhaust fumes inside the
vehicle have the Service Network
inspect the complete exhaust
system and adjacent body areas for
broken, damaged, deteriorated, or
mispositioned parts.
Open seams or loose connections could
permit exhaust fumes to seep into the
passenger compartment.
Seat Belts
• Inspect the belt system periodically,
checking for cuts, frays, and loose
parts. Damaged parts must be
replaced immediately.
• Do not disassemble or modify the
system.
• If the belt has been sharply pulled,
for example as the result of an
accident, the safety belt, together
with the anchoring devices, the
anchoring device mounting screws
and the pretensioner must be
completely replaced. Even if the belt
does not present any exterior signs of
wear or damage, it may have lost its
restraining properties.
Air Bag Warning Light
The
light should illuminate
and remain lit for a few seconds
bulb checking when the ignition
switch is pushed in RUN position (see
“Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Air Bags” chapter in this section).
• If the light
does not illuminate
while starting, contact the Service
Network.
• If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system
checked by the Service Network.
garage or in confined areas any
longer than needed to move your
vehicle in or out of the area.
• If it is necessary to sit in a parked
vehicle with the engine running,
adjust your heating or cooling
controls to force outside air into
the vehicle. Set the blower at high
speed.
• If you are required to drive with
the liftgate open, make sure that all
windows are closed and the climate
control blowers switch is set at high
speed. DO NOT use the recirculation
mode.
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Defroster
Check operation by selecting the
defrost mode and place the fan
system on high speed (see “Air
Conditioning Controls” chapter in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
You should be able to feel the air
directed against the windshield and
front side windows. Contact Service
Network for service if your defroster is
inoperable.
Floor Mat
Always use floor mats designed to
fit the footwell of your vehicle. Use
only floor mats that leave the pedal
area unobstructed and that are firmly
secured so that they cannot slip out
of position and interfere with the
pedals or impair safe operation of your
vehicle in other ways.
NOTE:
The Maserati Service Network can
provide you with any information
about the available Maserati floor
mats included in the “Genuine
Accessories” range.
• Mounting posts must be properly
WARNING!
Pedals that cannot move freely can
cause loss of vehicle control and
increase the risk of serious personal
injury.
• Always make sure that floor mats
are properly attached to the proper
fasteners.
• Never place or install floor mats or
other floor coverings in the vehicle
that cannot be properly secured
to prevent them from moving and
interfering with the pedals or the
ability to control the vehicle.
• Never put floor mats or other floor
coverings on top of already installed
floor mats. Additional floor mats and
other coverings will reduce the size
of the pedal area and interfere with
the pedals.
• Check mounting of mats on a regular
basis. Always properly reinstall and
secure floor mats that have been
removed for cleaning.
• Always make sure that objects
cannot fall into the driver footwell
while the vehicle is moving. Objects
can become trapped under the brake
pedal and accelerator pedal causing
a loss of vehicle control.
installed, if not equipped from the
factory. Failure to properly follow
floor mat installation or mounting
can cause interference with the
brake pedal and accelerator pedal
operation causing loss of control of
the vehicle.
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Tires
• Examine tires for excessive tread
wear and uneven wear patterns.
• Check for stones, nails, glass, or
other objects lodged in the tread or
sidewall.
• Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks.
• Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and
bulges.
• Check the wheel nuts for tightness.
• Check the tires (see “Tire Inflation
Pressure” chapter in section
“Features and Specifications”) for
proper cold inflation pressure.
Lights and Indicator Lights
• Have someone observe the operation
of exterior lights while you operate
the controls (see “Lights” chapter
in section “Understanding the
Vehicle”).
• Check turn signal and high beam
indicator lights on the instrument
cluster (see “Instrument Cluster”
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chapter in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”).
Door Latches
• Check for positive closing, latching,
and locking of doors and liftgate (see
“Unlock the Vehicle with Key fob”
chapter in this section).
Fluid Leaks
• Check area under vehicle after
overnight parking for recent fluid
leaks (oil, fuel, etc.).
• If gasoline fumes are detected or
fluid leaks are suspected, contact the
Service Network.
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Interior Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Driver Memory Seat (for versions/markets, where provided) . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Adjustable Pedals (for versions/markets, where provided) . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Rear View Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Wipers and Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Interior Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Cargo Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Front to Back Roof Rails (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Power Sunroof with Sunshade (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
HomeLink® (for versions/markets, where provided) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Air Conditioning Distribution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
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Interior Components
Dashboard Components
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Understanding the Vehicle
Central Console Components
1
Adjustable side air outlets.
2
Engine START/STOP button.
3
Light switch.
7
Cover for cup holder and
cigarette lighter/power socket
compartment.
Rotary selectors and buttons for
the multimedia navigation.
Hazard lights switch.
4
Anti-theft system indicator.
8
Drive height selector.
5
Steering wheel controls.
9
6
Instrument cluster.
7*
Right shift paddle +.
8*
Left shift paddle –.
9
10
Multifunction lever (windshield
wipers, headlight washer and
headlight selection, turn signals).
Adjustable central air outlets.
Unlock button for central
console compartment with cup
holder and power outlet.
Central console covers with
armrest function.
Adjustable air outlets.
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Analogue clock.
12
MTC+ display.
13
Climate controls.
14
Dashboard glove box handle.
Dashboard storage compartment
with two USB ports for charging
of connected source.
16 Steering wheel adjustment
control.
(*) If foreseen
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6
Central Console Front Part
10
11
12
13
3
Cover for power outlet and USB
slots compartment.
Four-zone climate controls for
rear passengers (optional).
Front Dome Console
Components
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Central Console Rear Part
1
2
Automatic transmission shift
lever.
Drive mode switches.
3
Electric Parking Brake lever.
4
Cover for compartment with
AUX, USB and SD memory card
port.
1
Reading lights control button.
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Understanding the Vehicle
2
Central light control button.
3
Reading lights.
4
Central light.
5
9
Passenger air bag deactivation
warning light (for versions/
markets, where provided).
Button to switch off passenger
compartment lights.
Button to release the manual
liftgate or to open fully/partially
the power liftgate (optional).
Button to enable/disable front
sensors of the Park Assist system
(optional).
Sunroof controls (optional).
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HomeLink controls (optional).
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3
7
8
Front Doors Components
Driver door
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14
Door lock button with “Passive
Entry” function.
Door outboard opening lock.
Rear Doors Components
Passenger door
1
Internal door handle.
2
4
Driver’s seat, steering wheel,
adjustable pedals and rear
mirrors memory switch (if
equipped).
External rear view mirrors
switches.
Power window switches.
5
Power door unlocks/locks.
6
7
Rear windows and sunshade
lockout button.
Loudspeakers.
8
Storage compartment.
9
Internal door lock/unlock knob.
10
Door panel grip.
11
Reflex reflector.
12
External door handle.
3
1
Internal rear door handle.
2
Grip.
3
Loudspeaker.
4
Door storage pockets.
5
Power window and sunshade
(optional) button
Power doors lock/unlock buttons.
6
7
8
“Child protection” door lock
system.
Inside door lock/unlock knob.
9
Reflex reflector.
10
External door handle.
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11
12
Heated switch for right rear seat
(optional). The heated switch for
the left rear seat is on the left
rear door.
Door lock button with “Passive
Entry” function (optional).
Front Seats
Seats and seat belts are parts of the
Occupant Restraint System of the
vehicle.
For further information, see chapter
“Occupant Restraint System” in
Section “Before Starting”.
Depending on the different markets
and versions, the front seats may have
different controls for adjustment and
optional features. The configurations
shown below may differ from the ones
in your vehicle.
The front passenger seat is equipped
with a sensor that informs the SBR
system about the presence of an
occupant on the seat.
Use the rear switch 3 to adjust the
lumbar support.
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WARNING!
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.
Front Power Seats
The power seats switches are located
on the outboard side of the seat
cushion.
Use the front switch 1 to move the
seat up or down, forward or rearward
or to recline the seat cushion.
Use the switch 2 to recline the
seatback.
Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment
The seat can be adjusted both forward
and rearward.
Push the seat switch 1 forward or
rearward, the seat will move in the
direction of the switch.
Release the switch 1 when the desired
position is reached.
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Seat Up/Down Adjustment
The height of the seat can be adjusted
up- or downward.
Grip switch 1 from the back side and
push it down or up.
Release the switch 1 when the desired
position is reached.
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CAUTION!
If the seat's movement does not work,
make sure that the corresponding
fuse is not tripped (see chapter “Fuse
Replacement” in section “Maintenance
and Care”).
Head Restraints Adjustment
To manually lift or lower the head
restraints press the indicated lateral
button.
NOTE:
The Sport Seat does not include the
head restraint adjustment.
WARNING!
Remember that the headrests must be
positioned so that their upper edge is
aligned with the top of the occupant’s
head. In fact, only in this position can
they provide the support required in
the event of a bumper-to-tail collision.
Seat Tilt Control (Up/Down)
The angle of the seat cushion can be
adjusted in four directions.
Pull upward or push the front of the
switch 1 , to move the front cushion
seat in the direction of the switch.
Release the switch 1 when the desired
position is reached.
Seat Back Tilt Control
The angle of the seatback can be
adjusted forward or rearward.
Push the seatback switch 2 forward
or rearward, the upper seatback will
move in the direction of the switch.
Release the switch 2 when the desired
position is reached.
Power Lumbar
Push the switch 3 forward or rearward
to increase or decrease the lumbar
support.
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Push the switch 3 upward or
downward to raise or lower the
lumbar support.
WARNING!
• Never adjust the seat while driving.
You could lose control of the vehicle.
Moving the seat could distract
you or make you press a pedal
unintentionally.
• Seats should be adjusted before
fastening the seat belts and while
the vehicle is parked.
• Do not travel with the seatback
reclined so that the shoulder belt is
no longer resting against your chest.
In a collision you could slide under
the seat belt, which could result in
serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
Do not place any object under a power
seat or obstruct its movement as it may
cause damage to the seat controls.
Seat movement may become limited if
there is an obstruction in the way.
Front Power/Manual Seats
On these seats, the power switch 1
and the manual reclining lever 2 are
located on the outboard side of the
seat cushion.
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Use the power switch 1 to move the
seat up or down, forward or rearward
or to recline the seat cushion.
CAUTION!
If the seat's movement does not work,
make sure that the corresponding
fuse is not tripped (see chapter “Fuse
Replacement” in section “Maintenance
and Care”).
Use the manual lever 2 to recline the
seatback.
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Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment
The seat can be adjusted both forward
and rearward.
Push the seat switch 1 forward or
rearward, the seat will move in the
direction of the switch.
Release the switch 1 when the desired
position is reached.
On some versions, the passenger seat
can be adjusted front- and rearward
manually.
In order to adjust the seat forward
or rearward, push the lever 3 located
below the seat cushion and manually
move the seat forward or rearward.
Release the lever once you have
reached the desired position.
Seat Up/Down Adjustment
The height of the seat can be adjusted
up- or downward.
Grip switch 1 from the back side and
push it down or up.
Release the switch 1 when the desired
position is reached.
Head Restraints Adjustment
To manually lift or lower the head
restraints press the indicated lateral
button.
WARNING!
Remember that the headrests must be
positioned so that their upper edge is
aligned with the top of the occupant’s
head. In fact, only in this position can
they provide the support required in
the event of a bumper-to-tail collision.
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Power Lumbar (optional)
Power Lumbar (optional)Push the
switch 4 forward or rearward to
increase or decrease the lumbar
support.
Push the switch 4 upward or
downward to raise or lower the
lumbar support.
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Seat Tilt Control (Up/Down)
The angle of the seat cushion can be
adjusted in four directions.
Pull upward or push the front of the
switch 1 , to move the front cushion
seat in the direction of the switch.
Release the switch 1 when the desired
position is reached.
Seat Back Manual Control
The angle of the seatback can be
adjusted forward or rearward.
To recline, lean forward slightly, lift
the lever 2 , then push back to the
desired position and release the lever.
Lean forward and lift the lever 2
to return the seatback to its normal
position. Using body pressure, lean
forward and rearward on the seat to
be sure the seatback has latched.
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In a collision you could slide under
the seat belt, which could result in
serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
Do not travel with the seatback
reclined so that the shoulder belt is no
longer resting against your chest. In
a collision you could slide under the
seat belt, which could result in serious
injury or death.
Front Heated Seats (optional)
WARNING!
• Never adjust the seat while driving.
You could lose control of the vehicle.
Moving the seat could distract
you or make you press a pedal
unintentionally.
• Seats should be adjusted before
fastening the seat belts and while
the vehicle is parked.
• Do not travel with the seatback
reclined so that the shoulder belt is
no longer resting against your chest.
The front seats can be equipped with
heaters in both seat cushions and
seatbacks.
The front seats heating is operated by
the MTC+ System.
The seats comfort commands are in
the “Climate” screen of the MTC+.
They are present in the "Climate"
screen even when the A/C is off. See
“Air Conditioning Controls” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further details.
When the MTC+ System is in any
mode other than “Climate” (Radio”,
“Media”, “Controls”, etc.) the icons
of the active front seats comfort
functions will be indicated on the
upper part of the display.
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WARNING!
• Persons with low skin sensitivity
because of advanced age, chronic
illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury,
medication, alcohol use, exhaustion
or other physical conditions must be
careful when using the seat heater.
It may cause burns even at low
temperatures, especially if used for
long periods of time.
• Do not place anything on the seat
that insulates against heat, such as
a blanket or cushion. This may cause
the seat heater to overheat. Sitting
in a seat that has been overheated
could cause serious burns due to the
increased surface temperature of the
seat.
• Within 15 seconds, touch the driver
or passenger seat soft-key a second
time to select LO-level heating.
• Touch the “Climate” soft-key on the
lower part of the MTC+ display.
• Starting from the state “OFF”,
indicated below the respective icon,
within 15 seconds touch the driver or
passenger seat soft-key once to select
HI-level heating.
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Front Ventilated Seats
(optional)
Front Seats Heat Function
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the
heated seats to operate.
level during the first 4 minutes of
operation.
Then, the heat output will drop to the
normal HI-level.
If the HI-level setting is selected, the
system will automatically switch to LOlevel after a maximum of 60 minutes
of continuous operation.
At that time, the display will indicate
the change from HI to LO.
The LO-level setting will turn OFF
automatically after a maximum of
approximately 45 minutes.
• Within 15 seconds, touch the same
soft-key a third time to shut off the
seat heating.
NOTE:
Once a heat setting is selected, heat
will be felt within 2 to 5 minutes.
When the HI-level setting is selected,
the heater will provide a boosted heat
To enhance occupants comfort by high
external temperatures, both the driver
and passenger seats, on request, can
be ventilated.
Small fans are located in the seat
cushion and seatback, they draw air
from the seat surface through fine
perforations in the seat cover to help
keep the driver and front passenger
cooler when the temperature is high.
The ventilated seats are operated with
the MTC+ System.
The seats comfort commands are in
the “Climate” screen of the MTC+.
They are present in the “Climate”
screen even when the A/C is off. See
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“Air Conditioning Controls” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further details.
When the MTC+ System is in any
mode other than “Climate” (Radio”,
“Media”, “Controls”, etc.) the icons
of the active front seats comfort
functions will be indicated on the
upper part of the display.
• Within 15 seconds, touch the driver
or passenger seat soft-key a second
time to select LO-level ventilation.
Front Ventilated Seats Function
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the
ventilated seats to operate.
• Touch the “Climate” soft-key on the
lower part of the MTC+ display.
• Starting from the state “OFF” ,
indicated below the respective icon,
within 15 seconds touch the driver or
passenger seat soft-key once to select
HI-level ventilation.
• Within 15 seconds, touch the same
soft-key a third time to shut off the
seat ventilation.
Driver Memory Seat (for
versions/markets, where
provided)
This feature allows the driver to store
up to two different memory profiles
for easy recall through a memory
switch. Each memory profile contains
desired position settings for the driver
seat, external side mirrors, adjustable
pedals (optional), and power tilt and
telescopic steering column and a set of
programmed radio stations.
Your key fob RKE transmitter can also
be set to recall the same positions by
pressing the
button.
NOTE:
• Only one key fob RKE transmitter
can be linked to each of the memory
positions.
• “Passive Entry” door handles cannot
be linked to the memory function.
Use either the memory recall switch
or the key fob RKE transmitter (if
linked to the memory feature) to
recall memory positions 1 or 2.
The memory seat switch is located
on the driver's door trim panel. The
switch consists of three buttons:
• The “S” (SET) button, which is used to
activate the memory save function.
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• The “1” and “2” buttons which
are used to recall either of two
programmed memory profiles.
• Check on the instrument cluster for
the positive response of the actions
“Memory 1 (or 2) profile set”.
After these steps, the profile set will
be memorized in the selected position.
NOTE:
Memory profiles can be set without
the vehicle in P (Park), but the vehicle
must be in P (Park) to recall a memory
profile
Pairing Remote Keyless Entry
Transmitter to Seats Memory
Memory Profiles Setting
NOTE:
Saving a new memory profile will
erase an existing profile from memory
To create a new memory profile,
perform the following:
• Cycle the ignition device to the ACC
or RUN position.
• Adjust all memory profile settings to
desired preferences (i.e., seat, side
mirrors, adjustable pedals (optional),
power tilt and telescopic steering
column, and radio station presets).
• Press and release the “S” button on
the memory switch.
• Within 5 seconds, press and release
the memory button “1” or “2”.
Your key fob with RKE transmitters
can be programmed to recall one of
two programmed memory profiles
by pressing the
button on the RKE
transmitter.
NOTE:
This feature can be enabled or
disabled using the MTC+ System,
refer to “MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further information.
To programme your key fobs RKE
transmitter, perform the following
actions:
• Cycle the ignition device to the ACC
or RUN position.
• Move the seat and/or the other
adjustable devices in the position
that you wish to memorize, or recall
a previously memorized profile,
pressing the corresponding memory
button “1” or “2”.
• Cycle the ignition device to the OFF
position.
• Press and release the “S” button.
• Within 5 seconds, press and release
the memory button “1” or “2”.
• Press and release the
button on
key fob RKE transmitter.
• Within 3 seconds, press and release
the
button on the key fob RKE
transmitter.
To check if the system has memorized
the correct profile, you can move the
seat and press the
button: the seat
will move to the memorized position.
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NOTE:
Your key fobs RKE transmitter can
be unlinked to your memory settings
by pressing the “S” button followed
by the
button on the key fob RKE
transmitter.
Memory Position Recall
NOTE:
The vehicle must be in P (Park) to
recall memory positions. If a recall is
attempted when the vehicle is not in P
(Park), a message will display in the
instrument cluster.
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To recall the memory settings for
driver, press memory button number
“1” or “2” on the driver's door trim
panel or the
button on the RKE
transmitter linked to memory position
“1” or “2” with ignition device in the
RUN position.
A recall can be cancelled by pressing
any of the buttons (“S”, “1”, or “2”)
during a recall. When a recall is
cancelled, the driver seat, external side
mirrors, adjustable pedals (optional),
and power tilt and telescopic steering
column stop moving.
A delay of at least one second will
occur before selecting a new recall.
Easy Entry/Exit Driver Seat
(optional)
This feature provides automatic driver
seat positioning to enhance driver
mobility when entering and exiting
the vehicle.
The distance the driver seat moves
depends on where you have the driver
seat positioned when you place the
ignition device to the OFF position.
• When you cycle the ignition device to
the OFF position the driver seat:
- will move about 60 mm (2.36 in)
rearward if the driver seat position
is greater than or equal to ca. 140
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mm (5.51 in) forward of the rear
stop;
- will move to a position of ca. 80 mm
(3.15 in) rearward of the rear stop if
the driver seat position is between
140 mm (5.51 in) and 80 mm (3.15
in) forward of the rear stop.
• The seat will return to its previously
set position when you place the
ignition device into the ACC or RUN
position.
• The Easy Entry/Exit feature is disabled
when the driver seat position is less
than 80 mm (3.15 in) forward of
the rear stop. In this position, there
would be no benefit to the driver by
moving the seat for Easy Exit or Easy
Entry.
Each stored memory setting will have
an associated easy entry/exit position.
NOTE:
The Easy Entry/Exit feature can be
enabled or disabled using the MTC+
System, refer to “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls” for further information.
Rear Seats
Rear seats can fit three passengers.
Seats and seat belts are parts of the
occupant restraint system of the
vehicle.
WARNING!
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.
NOTE:
See chapter “Occupants Restraint
Systems” in section “Before Starting”
for seat belt positioning.
Rear Seat Folding Seatback
The 60/40 split-folding seatback of the
rear seat provides for a recliner feature
with three available fixed positions
that can be set using the lever on seat
external side. The LH lever tilts the
long part (60), while the RH lever tilts
the shorter one (40).
The less tilted position (90°) is the one
most suitable when a child seat must
be installed; the other positions tilt the
seatback toward the liftgate up to 23°.
To tilt the seatback, lift the lever from
its rest position 0 to position 1 while
pushing the seatback to the back until
reaching the required position. When
releasing the lever, the fixed positions
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will be acknowledged by lever control
cable clicking in place to lock.
Ensure that seatback is fastened to the
position by trying to move it back and
forth. Lever control cable locks also
when fully folding the seatback down
on the seat.
To move the seatback in another
position, lift lever in position 1 and
hold it up until bringing seatback
to the new fixed position, which is
acknowledged by the cable locking in
place when releasing the lever.
seatback could cause severe injuries
in case of accident.
• When fastening a child seat on
external rear seats, ensure that the
corresponding seatback is duly
locked in the less tilted position.
• To raise the head restraint, pull
upward on the head restraint.
NOTE:
Rear seat backrest can be fully folded
to increase luggage space. See “Cargo
Area” in this section for further
details.
Rear Head Restraints
The seat head restraints are adjustable
in height.
NOTE:
When there are no occupants in the
seat, lowered the head restraint
in order to provide the driver for
maximum visibility. See label on the
fixed side windows, shown in the
picture.
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• To lower the head restraint, press the
push button, located at the foot of
the head restraint on the left side,
and push downward on the head
restraint.
WARNING!
• Ensure the seatback is always locked
in one of the fixed positions before
fastening the rear seat belts. An
unlocked seatback cannot ensure the
necessary stability for passengers
and/or for child seats. An unlocked
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CAUTION!
The armrest is not designed to support
the weight of an adult or a child:
please use it only to store beverages or
small objects.
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Rear Armrest
The rear armrest is mobile and can be
folded up into the seatback.
• To lower it, pull the stripe as
indicated.
NOTE:
Seatback panel behind armrest
features an opening allowing you to
carry long objects or ski bags with no
need to fold the seatback. See “Cargo
Area” in this section for further
details.
Rear Side Heated Seats
(optional)
The side rear seats can be equipped
with heaters both in seat cushion and
seatback.
Rear seats heating can be adjusted by
operating control devices on the trim
panel of each rear door.
WARNING!
• Persons with low skin sensitivity
• To close it, pull it upwards then push
it back into its seat.
On the front part of the armrest there
are two cup holders (see “Interior
Features” in this section).
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because of advanced age, chronic
illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury,
medication, alcohol use, exhaustion
or other physical conditions must be
careful when using the seat heater.
It may cause burns even at low
temperatures, especially if used for
long periods of time.
• Do not place anything on the seat
that insulates against heat, such as
a blanket or cushion. This may cause
the seat heater to overheat. Sitting
in a seat that has been overheated
could cause serious burns due to the
increased surface temperature of the
seat.
The switch on the trim panel with the
resistance icon activates the heating
on the corresponding seat.
• Push the switch once to select the
highest heating level. The two upper
LEDs on the switch will illuminate.
• Push the same switch a second time
to select the lowest level. Only one
LED will illuminate.
• Push the same switch a third time to
shut the heating elements off. The
LED will turn off.
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NOTE:
• Once a heat setting is selected,
heat will be felt within two to five
minutes.
• The engine must be running for the
heated seats to operate.
By selecting the HI-level setting, the
heater will provide a boosted heat
level during the first four minutes of
operation. Then, the heat output will
drop to the normal HI-level.
By setting the HI-level, the system
will automatically switch to LO-level
after a maximum of 60 minutes of
continuous operation. The LO-level
setting will turn off automatically
after a maximum of approximately 45
minutes.
Steering Wheel
Adjustment
This feature allows you to tilt the
steering column upward or downward
or to lengthen or shorten it in order
to adjust the steering wheel to an
optimised position. Steering wheel
adjustment can be manual or electric.
Manual Adjustment
The tilt/telescoping control handle is
located below the steering wheel at
the end of the steering column.
To unlock the steering column, push
the control handle downward
.
To tilt the steering column, move the
steering wheel upward or downward
as desired. To lengthen or shorten
the steering column, pull the steering
wheel outward or push it inward as
desired.
To lock the steering column in position
, pull the control handle upward
until fully engaged.
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Power Adjustment
The power tilt/telescoping steering
column/wheel switch is located on the
lower left side of the steering column.
To adjust the tilt of the steering
column/wheel, move the switch up or
down as desired.
To lengthen or shorten the steering
column/wheel, pull the switch toward
you or push the switch away from you
as desired.
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NOTE:
You can use your key fob with RKE
transmitter or the memory buttons
on the driver's door trim panel to
return the tilt/telescopic steering
column/wheel to programmed
positions. See “Driver Memory Seat” in
this section.
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WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering
column/wheel while driving. Adjusting
the steering column/wheel while
driving could cause the driver to lose
control of the vehicle. Be sure the
steering column/wheel is adjusted
before driving your vehicle. Failure to
follow this warning may result in
serious injury or death.
Heated Steering Wheel
(optional)
The steering wheel contains a heating
element inside the rim that helps
warm driver’s hands by cold weather.
The heated steering wheel has only
one temperature setting. Once turned
on, this function will operate for
approximately 58 to 70 minutes before
automatically shutting off.
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The heated steering wheel can shut
off early or may not turn on when the
steering wheel is already warm.
The heated steering wheel can be
turned on and off using the MTC+
System.
The heating steering wheel command
is in the “Climate” screen of MTC+.
It is present in the “Climate” screen
even when the A/C is off. See “Air
Conditioning Controls” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further details.
When the MTC+ System is in any
mode other than “ Climate” (“Radio”,
“Media”, “Controls”, etc.) the icon of
the heated steering wheel will be
indicated on the upper part of the
display.
• Within 15 seconds, touch the heated
steering wheel soft-key to turn on
the function.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the
heated steering wheel to operate.
• Touch the “Climate” soft-key located
on the lower part of the MTC+
display.
• When the heating function is in the
off state, soft-key is not highlighted.
• Within 15 seconds, touch the heated
steering wheel soft-key a second time
to turn it off.
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WARNING!
• Persons who are unable to feel pain
to the skin because of advanced
age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal
cord injury, medication, alcohol
use, exhaustion, or other physical
conditions must exercise care when
using the steering wheel heater.
It may cause burns even at low
temperatures, especially if used for
long periods.
• Do not place anything on the
steering wheel that insulates against
heat, such as a blanket or steering
wheel covers of any type and
material. This may cause the steering
wheel heater to overheat.
Adjustable Pedals (for
versions/markets, where
provided)
The adjustable pedals system is
designed to allow greater range of
pedals positions enabling driver
comfort with regard to the steering
wheel tilt and the seat position.
This feature allows the brake and
accelerator pedals to move toward or
away from the driver’s feet.
The switch is located on the front side
of the driver's seat cushion shield.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the pedals position
while the vehicle is moving. You could
lose control and have an accident.
Always adjust the pedals position
while the vehicle is parked.
The following messages will be
displayed if the driver is attempting to
adjust the pedals when the system is
locked out:
• “Adjustable Pedals Unavailable While
Reversing”;
• or “Adjustable Pedals Unavailable
While Cruise Engaged”.
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NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with driver
memory seat, use your key fob (RKE)
transmitter or the memory buttons on
the driver's door trim panel to return
the adjustable pedals to programmed
positions. See “Driver Memory Seat” in
this section for further information.
Press the switch downward to move
the pedals forward (toward the front
of the vehicle).
Lift the switch upward to move the
pedals rearward (toward the driver).
CAUTION!
Do not place any object under the
adjustable pedals or obstruct their
movements as it may cause damage to
the pedal controls. Pedal movement
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may become limited if there is an
obstruction in the adjustable pedal's.
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Rear View Mirrors
External Mirrors
External mirrors can be adjusted
electrically and are equipped with
anti-mist resistors operated by
the air conditioning system (see
“Air Conditioning Controls” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
The mirrors can be closed electrically
and will yield in both directions in case
of a collision.
The external mirrors are
electrochromic (for versions/markets
where provided), which means, they
automatically operate an anti-dazzle
function by gradually shading as the
light hitting the mirrors increases.
The external rearview electrochromic
mirrors work in conjunction with the
internal rearview electrochromic
mirror.
NOTE:
• The mirrors can be adjusted
electrically only with the ignition
device in ACC and RUN position.
• When the vehicle is started, the
warning light shown in the picture
will momentarily illuminate in both
outside rear-view mirrors to let the
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driver know that the BSA system
(optional) is operational. For more
details see chapter “Blind Spot Assist
- BSA” in section “Driving”.
The external of the rear-view mirror
support is equipped with LEDs, lighting
up when the turn signals and vehicle
entry/exit lights are activated.
When the surround view camera
system is installed, at the external
bottom side of the rear-view mirror
is the side view camera (refer to
“Surround View Camera System” in
section “Before Starting”).
Mirrors Positioning
The power mirror controls are located
on the driver's door trim panel.
The power mirror controls consist of
mirror select buttons and a four-way
mirror control switch.
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the adjacent lane and get a partial
overlap with the visible image on the
inside rear-view mirror.
Power mirror preselected positions
can be reset by operating the optional
Memory Driver Seat device. Check
“Driver Memory Seat” in this section
for further information.
WARNING!
Vehicles and other objects seen in the
external side convex mirror will look
smaller and farther away than they
really are. Use the inside mirror to
judge the size or distance of a vehicle
seen in the external side convex
mirror.
To adjust a rear-view mirror, press
either the L (left) or R (right) button
to select the mirror that you want to
adjust. The spin button will illuminate
indicating the rear-view mirror is
activated and can be adjusted.
Press the mirror control switch
corresponding to the arrow
indicating the direction of the desired
movement.
For optimal vision orientate the
outside(s) mirror(s) in order to frame
Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse
This feature provides automatic
external rear-view mirrors positioning,
allowing the driver to view the ground
area behind the front doors. The
external mirrors will move slightly
downward from the current position
when the shift lever is shifted into
reverse. The external mirrors will then
return to the original position when
the lever is shifted out of the reverse
position.
Each memory set of the driver's seat
(see "Driver Memory Seat" chapter in
this section) corresponds to a mirror
tilt position in reverse.
NOTE:
The mirrors tilt in reverse can be
turned on and off using the MTC+
System, refer to “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”.
Folding Mirrors
By selecting this feature on MTC+
the rear-view mirrors automatically
fold when the vehicle is locked by
the key fob and when the power
liftgate (if equipped) is closed and
locked by pressing the
button
on the outer ledge of the left boot
compartment lining. When the vehicle
and the liftgate will be unlocked
and the ignition device is set in RUN
position, the rear-view mirrors will
automatically open in the position
they had before the lock.
The switch for the power folding
mirrors is located between the power
mirror switches.
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• If the mirrors are automatically
folded after the last lock action, then
they will automatically unfold when
the ignition device is set on ACC or
RUN position.
• If the mirrors were manually folded
by the switch on the driver's door
panel, before a lock action, they will
need to be manually unfolded to
reactivate the automatic function.
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CAUTION!
Never retract or open the mirrors
manually: it could damage the power
mechanism.
Internal Rear-View Mirror
Press the switch once and the mirrors
will fold in; press the switch a second
time to reset the mirrors to the
standard position.
There is a way to make external
mirrors automatically fold/unfold.
• If the function is available, it needs
to be activated by MTC+ (refer
to “MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
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The position of internal rearview mirror can be manually
adjusted, and is endowed with an
accidentprevention release system
operating in the event of a collision.
Internal rear-view mirror is
electrochromic (for versions/markets
where provided): this glare function is
automatically deactivated in reverse to
ensure maximum visibility of obstacles.
CAUTION!
To avoid damage to the mirror during
cleaning, never spray any cleaning
solution directly onto the mirror. Apply
the solution onto a clean cloth and
wipe the mirror clean.
“Mirror Dimmer” Feature
The auto-dimming feature can be
disabled or re-enabled by pressing the
on/off button on the mirror base.
Typical case is at night when the
auto-dimming can be excessive (low
reflectance). Disabling this feature will
increase the reflectance of the internal
mirror, increasing visibility.
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Lights
Light Switch
The light switch located on the left
side of the dashboard is used for the
position/DRL lights, headlights, side
marker, licence plate lights, front and
rear fog lights operation.
NOTE:
• In certain European countries, the
position lights will only operate with
the ignition switch in OFF position, or
with front fog lights and headlights
on. Regardless of ignition switch
position, the position/DRL lights will
remain on as long as the lights switch
is in
position.
• If the headlights or position/DRL
lights are on after the ignition switch
is placed in OFF position, a buzzer
will alert the driver while opening
the driver's door to exit the car.
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Rotate the light switch to the
or
to the
position: the instrument
cluster will display the related telltale.
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The following table shows the on/off condition of external lights, according to the ignition device position, to the engine
status, to the twilight sensor mode and to the light switch position.
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Ignition
Device
Position
Engine
Status
Twilight
Sensor
Mode
OFF
–
–
Position lights (1), side
marker and license plate
lights on (4).
All lights off.
Low beams, position (1),
side marker and license
plate lights on.
ACC
Off
–
Position lights (1), side
marker and license plate
lights on (2).
All lights off.
Low beams, position (1),
side marker and license
plate lights on (2).
RUN
Off
–
Position lights (1), side
marker and license plate
lights on (2).
All lights off.
Low beams, position (1),
side marker and license
plate lights on (2).
RUN
On
DAY
DRL (1) on.
DRL (1) on.
Low beams, position (1),
side marker and license
plate lights on.
RUN
On
NIGHT
Low beams, position (1),
side marker and license
plate lights on (3).
Low beams, position (1),
side marker and license
plate lights on.
Low beams, position (1),
side marker and license
plate lights on.
Light Switch Position
AUTO
(1) The lighting system uses the same LED for DRL and front position lights with two different levels of intensity: high
for DRL and low for position lights.
(2) The lights are powered up for 30 minutes to preserve the charge of the battery.
(3) In some countries a message on TFT display alerts the user to use
position when parking because the position
lights will turn on with engine started also in low ambient light conditions or at night.
(4) To preserve the charge of the battery, do not leave these lights on for a long time.
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Automatic Headlights
This system automatically turns the
headlights on or off according to
ambient light intensity detected by the
twilight sensor positioned on the inner
surface of the windshield, over the
rear view mirror. To turn the system
on, rotate the lights switch clockwise
to “AUTO” position.
When the automatic system is
activated, the headlight time delay
feature is activated as well. This means
the headlights will stay on for up to 90
seconds after you place the ignition
device into OFF position.
To turn the automatic system off,
move the lights switch out of “AUTO”
position.
NOTE:
The engine must be running and the
twilight sensor in “NIGHT” mode
before the headlights turn on in
automatic mode.
WARNING!
The responsibility for turning on the
lights, depending on the daylight and
regulations in force in the country of
use, always lies with the driver. The
automatic system for switching on
and off the external lights is to be
considered as an aid for the driver. If
necessary, switch the lights including
front and rear fog lights on and off
manually.
Headlights On with Wipers
When this feature is active, the
headlights will turn on in “adverse
weather beam” mode approximately
10 seconds after activation of
the wipers, if the lights switch is
placed in the “AUTO” position. The
headlights will additionally turn off by
deactivation of the wipers if previously
activated with this function.
NOTE:
The headlights with wipers feature
may be turned on and off using
the MTC+ System, refer to “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”.
Headlights Time Delay
This safety feature provides headlight
illumination for up to 90 seconds
(programmable) when leaving your
vehicle in an unlit area. To activate
automatically the delay feature with
the light switch in “AUTO” position,
place the ignition switch in the OFF or
ACC position while the headlights are
still on.
The delay interval begins when the
ignition switch is placed in the OFF or
ACC position.
To activate manually the delay feature
the headlights must be on before
place the ignition switch in the OFF or
ACC position and the light switch in
“AUTO” position.
If you place the ignition in RUN , the
system will cancel the delay.
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NOTE:
• To activate this feature the light
switch must be turned in “AUTO”
position within 45 seconds of placing
the ignition in the OFF or ACC
position.
• Once the delay feature is active, any
additional shifting of the light switch
will cancel the feature.
• The headlight delay time is
programmable using the MTC+
System, see “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instrument and
Controls”.
• If the low beam bulbs/LEDs are active
due to “Headlights with Wipers”,
than the headlamps delay feature
will not be activated when the
ignition switch is set in OFF position.
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SmartBeam™ System (for
versions/markets, where
provided)
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The SmartBeam™ system provides
increased forward lighting for a
more comfortable and secure driving
experience without glaring other
vehicles in several traffic situations.
The SmartBeam™ system uses a
forward facing digital camera, located
on the windshield behind the internal
rear-view mirror, and an electronical
headlights controller in order to
dynamically adapt the front light
distribution according to the traffic
scenario.
The digital camera works like a human
eye, it is able to see which is the traffic
context while the headlight electronic
controller works like a human brain,
using information from the camera to
command an headlight reaction that
gives to the driver the “best” light
distribution (best is always in reference
to the specific traffic environment).
The camera gives information to the
electronical headlight controller about
environmental brightness, traffic
participants vehicle and obstacles
lights, distances and velocities. Using a
proper combination of all these data
the smart beam system is able to
dynamically modify the light shape
produced by the dipped beam and by
the full beam as well, to make the
driver visibility as much comfortable
as possible in every condition without
glaring other traffic participants.
System Limitations
There are some cases in which the
SmartBeam™ system could not
properly work temporarily causing
glaring for other vehicles especially
with “Auto High Beam Assist” feature
activated on MTC+ “Controls” page
(see “MTC+ “Controls” Screen” in
section "Dashboard Instruments and
Controls").
These cases could be related to:
• Vehicles headlight and/or rear light
(one or both of them) not visible in
the field of view of the camera.
• Heavy rainy weather.
• Heavy foggy weather.
• Snowing weather.
• Windshield dirt or impurities in
camera lens zone.
• Camera lens obstruction or logging.
In all these cases, it will be driver’s
responsibility to avoid this glaring
by acting manually on the system,
switching off the high beam by means
of steering wheel multifunction lever.
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
The lighting system uses the same
high or low intensity headlamps LED,
respectively, for the DRL lights and
front position lights.
DRL lights will turn on when the
twilight sensor is in “DAY” mode, the
engine is running and the light switch
is in
or “AUTO” position.
If a turn signal is activated, the DRL
LED on the same side of the vehicle
will turn off for the duration of the
turn signal activation. Once the turn
signal is deactivated, the DRL LED will
light up again.
NOTE:
Depending on your Country’s
regulations, DRL lights may be turned
on and off.
Bi-Xenon Headlight (for
headlights without AFS)
The gas-discharge (xenon) headlights
operate with an electric arc saturated
with Xenon gas under pressure,
instead of the incandescent filament.
The light produced is assuredly higher
compared to traditional light bulbs, in
terms of quality (brighter light) as well
as of the span and positioning of the
illuminated area.
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WARNING!
If xenon headlamp replacement
is necessary, contact the Service
Network only: DANGER - RISK OF
ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
Headlight with AFS (for
versions/markets, where
provided)
These headlamps combines the “xeno”
technology to the AFS (Advanced
Frontlighting System) adaptive
features, using a forward-facing
camera located on the windshield
behind the internal rear-view mirror.
The system is able to process signals of
the forward-facing camera and other
onboard systems and subsequently
start up five strategic steps in the
following situations:
• “motorway beam”;
• “country beam”;
• “town beam”;
• “adverse weather beam”;
• “tourist beam” (for example in
countries with circulation on the
opposite side). In this case this
function must be activated via the
menu of MTC+ (refer to “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”).
The advantages offered by the AFS
system are perceived especially in case
of bad weather, fog and/or insufficient
road indications providing broader
illumination of the side zones, which
are normally left in the dark, and for
motorway driving (see comparison
rendered below).
This surely increases driving safety as
it offers less eye strain and increased
orientation for the driver and better
detection of other persons on the road
sides (pedestrians, bicycle riders and
motorcycle drivers). Furthermore, the
headlamps are suitable to prevent
glare, providing optimal lighting
when driving the car in a country with
circulation on the opposite side.
The tables show the light values (lux)
and the light flux (lumen) of the low
and high beam of AFS headlights.
Lighting
(A) Low beam
75 lux
High beam
130 lux
(B) Motorway
120 lux (Driver Side)
140 lux (Passenger
Side)
Light flux
(A) Low beam
1200 lm
High beam
1600 lm
Light flux
(B) Motorway
1200 lm
The picture shows the low beam
distribution on the road with the
indication of the brightness increase in
the “motorway beam” condition (B)
compared to normal condition (A).
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Combining a bending mode and a
vertical adjustment, the system assures
better visibility of the road surface
when driving in a curve, steering,
or in the event of road deviations,
optimizing vertical and horizontal
light distribution according to the
current drive path.
The increased lateral illumination is
gained through a fixed bending light
or a cornering light (depending on
the market) elaborating information
about the steering angle, the vehicle
speed and the turn indicator.
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The improved vertical illumination, in
case of fast acceleration and/or fast
deceleration, will assure the deeper
illuminated distance from the vehicle,
through a dynamical adaptation of
headlight vertical attitude.
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NOTE:
• Each time the adaptive headlight
system is turned on, the headlights
will perform a self-adjustment cycle.
• All AFS features are available only if
the vehicle is moving forward.
• “Adaptive Front Light” function can
be turned on or off using the MTC+
System, refer to “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instrument and
Controls” for further information.
“Full-LED” Headlight with AFS
(optional)
Other advantages are:
• a clearer light beam, with a cool
white tone that allows a better
perception of the contrasts thus
making the night vision more
efficient and less tiring;
• a longer duration equivalent at least
to that of the vehicle;
• a reduced current consumption.
These features positively affect
some vehicle management economy
aspects by eliminating/reducing the
light bulb replacements and the fuel
consumption.
The picture shows the increased
brightness of the low beam of
standard halogen headlights (A)
compared to those Full-LED (B) in the
“motorway beam” mode.
These headlights combines the “FullLED” technology to the AFS (Advanced
Frontlighting System) adaptive
features, using a forward-facing
camera located on the windshield
behind the internal rear-view mirror.
“Full-LED” Technology
This technology allows having
headlights with a simpler construction
and a more compact size compared
to those equipped with traditional or
Xenon light bulbs.
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AFS Features
The system is able to process signals
of onboard systems and subsequently
start up five strategic steps in the
following situations:
• “motorway beam”;
• “country beam”;
• “town beam”;
• “adverse weather beam”;
• “tourist beam” (for example in
countries with circulation on the
opposite side). In this case this
function must be activated via the
menu of MTC+ (refer to “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”).
The advantages offered by the AFS
system are perceived especially in case
of bad weather, fog and/or insufficient
road indications providing broader
illumination of the side zones, which
are normally left in the dark, and for
motorway driving.
This surely increases driving safety as
it offers less eye stress and increased
orientation for the driver and better
detection of other persons on the road
sides (pedestrians, bicycle riders and
motorcycle drivers). Furthermore, the
headlamps are suitable to prevent
glare, providing optimal lighting
when driving the car in a country with
circulation on the opposite side.
The table shows the light values (lux)
and the light flux (lumen) of AFS
headlights.
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NOTE:
The values reported in the tables may
change depending on the destination
market of the car.
Lighting (at 25
m/27 yd)
Low beam
55 lux
Low beam
(low speed)
43 lux
Low beam
(high speed)
58 lux
Low beam
(wet road)
42 lux
High beam
150 lux
Light flux
Low beam
765 lm
Low beam
(low speed)
600 lm
Low beam
(high speed)
800 lm
Low beam
(wet road)
790 lm
High beam
1440 lm
The system assures better visibility of
the road surface when driving in a
curve, steering, or in the event of road
deviations, optimizing vertical light
distribution according to the current
drive path.
The increased lateral illumination is
gained through a fixed bending light
or a cornering light (depending on
the market) elaborating information
about the steering angle, the vehicle
speed and the turn indicator.
The improved vertical illumination, in
case of fast acceleration and/or fast
deceleration, will assure the deeper
illuminated distance from the vehicle,
through a dynamical adaptation of
headlight vertical attitude.
NOTE:
• Each time the adaptive headlight
system is turned on, the headlights
adjustment will perform a selfadjustment cycle.
• All AFS features are available only if
the vehicle is moving forward.
• “Adaptive Front Light” function can
be turned on or off using the MTC+
System, refer to “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instrument and
Controls” for further information.
AFS System Failure
In the event of AFS system unvailable,
the related warning light and message
will light up on the TFT display. Take
your vehicle to the nearest Center
of the Service Network as soon as
possible to check the system.
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Automatic High Beam (for
versions/markets, where
provided)
The Automatic High Beam headlight
control system provides increased
forward lighting at night by
automating high beam control
through the use of the forward-facing
digital camera located behind the
rear-view mirror, which is the same
one used for example by the Lane
Keeping Assist - LKA system on vehicles
with ADAS systems.
This camera detects the environmental
luminosity, the headlamps of
oncoming vehicles and the tail lamps
of proceding vehicles in the front area.
In these cases system automatically
switches from high beams to low
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beams until the approaching vehicle is
out of view.
Futhermore, the digital camera is able
to detect the urban areas and the
inhabited centers and to turn off the
high beams when driving near of one
of them.
The properly working for this feature
(if all the other conditions are met) is
ensured between 35 km/h (21.7 mph)
and 250 km/h (155 mph).
Activation Mode
To activate Automatic High Beam
feature:
• Shift the multifunction lever onward
.
• Put the light switch in “AUTO”
position.
• Touch the "Controls" soft-key in the
(Apps) page of lower part of the
MTC+ display.
• Within 15 seconds, touch the "Auto
High Beam Assist" soft-key to turn on
the feature.
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Without ADAS
With ADAS
• Within 15 seconds, touch the "Auto
High Beam Assist" soft-key a second
time to turn it off.
After these steps, the green indicator
on the upper right side of the TFT
display comes on.
NOTE:
• The function is enabled only if the
brightness sensor detects the right
lighting conditions and them switch
to low beam on.
• Broken, muddy, or obstructed
headlights and taillights of vehicles in
the field of view will cause headlights
to remain on longer (closer to the
vehicle). Also, dirt, film, and other
obstructions on the windshield or
camera lens will cause the system to
function improperly.
Automatic High Beam Failure
In the event of an automatic high
beam system failure, the related
amber warning light will light up on
the TFT display.
Take your vehicle to the nearest
Center of the Service Network as soon
as possible avoiding to use this system.
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The no glaring system is a multishadow system, since it’s able to
create up to four light tunnels
simultaneously, each tunnel zone is as
large as the obstacle that should not
be glared.
The figure represents an example
of the car that is travelling in the
following scenarios:
High Beam with “Glare
Free” Feature (for “Full-LED”
headlight with AFS)
The "Glare Free" feature associated
with "Full-LED" headlamps assists the
driver during traveling on an off-city
road with not sufficient environmental
illumination allowing the high beam
use also with other traffic participants
without glaring disturbance.
The no glaring effect is obtained
through matrixes of LED that are
dynamically switched on and off in
order to create a shadow zone in
correspondence of each other traffic
participants lights (motor vehicles and
bicycles, as well), according to the
information about other vehicles’
lights coming from the forwardfacing digital camera located on
the windshield, behind the internal
rear-view mirror.
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2
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two vehicles ahead in the same
direction;
another vehicle that is
overtaking;
another vehicle proceeding in
the opposite direction.
The system is able to detect and react
to an oncoming vehicle starting from
a distance of about 400 m (400 yd), in
a couple of seconds. Instead, in case of
the preceding vehicles, the system is
able to detect and react in few seconds
starting from a distance of about 100
m (100 yd).
Activation Mode
The digital camera is the same used
for the automatic high beam, and like
automatic high beam also for "Glare
Free" feature it needs to be activated
by MTC+ “Controls” screen, touching
the “Auto High Beam Assist” soft-key,
as shown in the previous paragraph
"Automatic High Beams".
The “Glare Free” feature will be
engaged after the following actions:
• Engine run.
• Feature enabled by MTC+.
• Low beam on.
• Interior light switch in position
“Auto”.
• Multifunction lever in “High beam”
activated position.
The “Glare Free” feature will work if:
• The vehicle speed is equal or greater
than 35 km/h (21.7 mph) in the
engagement phase of the feature.
• Environmental brightness is not
sufficient for a safe and comfortable
drive.
• Traffic scenario out of urban context.
Once the system will be active,
there will be two indicators on the
instrument cluster, showed in the same
time: one blue and one green.
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The green indicator indicates that the
“Auto High Beam Assist” feature is
activated on MTC+; the blue indicator
indicates that all or only some high
beam LEDs are physically on in that
moment.
When instead there is the needing
to switch off the whole high beam
module to obtain the no glaring
effect, on the instrument cluster there
will be just one indicator on: the green
one.
When the scenario allows the partial
or full use of high beam with no
glaring disturbance, the blue indicator
will appear again.
NOTE:
• Some unpredictable conditions,
such as dirt, dust, film or any
other obstruction on camera lens
zone events could affect “Glare
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Free” feature making it working
improperly.
• Heavy rainy and foggy weather could
affect system performance, leaving
the full beam switched on for longer
time than the nominal working
condition. This could cause a glaring
disturbance for other vehicles, to
avoid this the driver has to switch off
the high beam manually.
• In phase of disengagement of the
feature, the minimum operating
speed is 25 km/h (15.5 mph).
• “Glare Free” feature proper
operation is guaranteed if vehicle
speed is less than, or at least equal to
250 km/h (155 mph).
Automatic High Beams/Glare Free
High Beams Failure
In the event of a failure on high beam
system (Automatic or Glare Free
equipped, as well), the related amber
warning light will light up on the TFT
display.
Take your vehicle to the nearest
Center of the Service Network as soon
as possible avoiding to use this system.
Fog Lights
NOTE:
The front fog lights can only be
switched on if the position lights
are switched on. It is possible to turn
on the rear fog lights
only if the
low beam lights or the front fog lights
are on.
The front and rear fog lights switch is
built into the light switch.
The front and rear fog lights turn on
and off in the following order:
• press the lights switch once to turn
on the front fog lights;
• press the light switch a second time
to turn on the rear fog lights (front
fog lights will stay on);
• from this condition, press the light
switch again to turn off the rear fog
lights (front fog lights will stay on);
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• press the light switch again to turn
off the front fog lights.
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The green indicator
in the
instrument cluster display illuminates
when the front fog lights are turned
on.
NOTE:
After a key-off/key-on cycle, the front
fog lights will activate automatically
when turning on the position lights
. The rear fog lights will only
turn on by operating as previously
described.
The left or right arrow on the
speedometer and tachometer
instrument cluster respectively, flashes
to show proper operation of the front
and rear turn signal lights.
Multifunction Lever
The amber indicator
inside the
tachometer of the instrument cluster
illuminates when the rear fog lights
are turned on.
The multifunction lever controls
the operation of the turn signals,
headlight beam selection, overtaking
lights, wipers and washers acting on
the windshield and on the liftgate (for
this content see the chapter “Wipers
and Washers” of this section).
The multifunction lever is fitted on the
left side of the steering column.
Turn Signals
Move the multifunction lever all the
way up or down until the stop triggers.
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High Beams and Flashing
To switch on the high beams with
the light switch in headlamp
or “AUTO” position, shift the
multifunction lever onward. The blue
telltale
will illuminate on the
tachometer.
You can signal another vehicle with
your headlights by lightly pulling the
multifunction lever toward you. This
will turn on the high beams headlights
until the lever is released.
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To activate lane change function, tap
the lever up or down once, without
moving beyond the detent. The turn
signals (right or left) will flash three
times then automatically turn off.
This function is useful when
overtaking or changing lanes.
NOTE:
• If either light remains on and
does not flash, or flashes at a fast
rate, check for a defective outside
light bulb. If an indicator on the
instrument cluster fails while moving
the lever, then the indicator bulb is
probably defective.
• The message that a turn signal is on
will appear in the instrument cluster
and a continuous chime will sound
if the vehicle is driven more than 1.6
km (1 mile) with either turn signal
on.
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Flashing occurs also with lights off if
the ignition switch is RUN position.
By pulling the lever backward (toward
the steering wheel) you switch off the
high beams and switch on the low
beams.
CAUTION!
The high beams can only be switched
on manually by pushing the
multifunction lever forward.
WARNING!
If the high beams have been switched
on, they will turn on automatically
every time the low beams are
switched on either manually or
automatically. We recommend
therefore that you switch them off
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when they are no longer necessary
and every time the twilight sensor
deactivates the external lights.
• “Backlighting” (example shown in
figure).
• “Ambient Lighting”.
Interior Lights
The interior and external approach
lights turn on and off when
entering/exiting the vehicle (see
“Illuminated Entry/Exit” in section
“Before Starting” for further
information).
To protect the battery, the interior
lights will turn off automatically 10
minutes after the ignition switch has
been shifted to OFF. This occurs if
the interior lights were turned on
manually or by opening a door. The
glove box light, on the dashboard,
shares the same characteristics
excepting the boot and liftgate lights.
When the ignition switch is out of OFF,
the light switch can be in any position,
and the system is in “NIGHT” mode
(detected by the RLS solar sensor) the
backlight brightness of controls and
instruments can be adjusted by means
of the buttons on steering wheel righthand side, enter “Vehicle settings”
menu and select “Interior Lighting”
sub-menu.
Press and release the switch ( ) to
visualize the available parameters:
Press and release the switch (
) to
select the option. A selection notice
pops up for 2 seconds and then the
display reverts to the last modified
parameter.
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Use arrow
or
to scroll the list
of parameters that can be adjusted
and confirm selection by pressing
and releasing switch ( ): available
options will be shown on the display.
A check mark will remain next to the
previously-selected item until a new
selection is made.
The dimmable lights are the following:
• instrument cluster dials and display;
• dome light (front/rear);
• LED in correspondence of the internal
door handle;
• doors and steering wheel backlight
controls LED;
• front footrest light;
• front seats night lighting.
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The vehicle is equipped with a system
that automatically adjusts headlight
levelling according to ground
clearance and vehicle load conditions.
Dome Lights
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Automatic Headlights Levelling
A correct headlights levelling is
crucial for the safety of the vehicle’s
occupants and of people in the street.
Moreover it is included in the road
regulation law.
In order to obtain the best visibility
conditions while driving with
headlights on, the headlight beam
must be properly levelled, under any
vehicle load condition.
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The dome lights integrated into the
front dome console, include a central
and two reading lights.
The central light automatically turns
on when one of the doors is opened
and turns off when the door is closed
(timed switching off). The light may be
switched on manually by pressing the
central button.
The reading lights are controlled by
the respective side buttons.
If they are turned on by pressing the
button, both central and reading lights
will stay on for about 10 minutes after
turning the engine off, and will then
turn off gradually.
When the exterior lights are switched
on, the two night LEDs fitted on the
side of the power buttons on the
overhead console will light up to
facilitate the use of the transmission
lever and the central console.
If one or more doors are opened, the
front and rear dome lights will turn
on for 27 seconds. If the door is closed
before this time, the lights will dim
and subsequently switch off after
about 3 seconds.
NOTE:
The dome lights will also turn on
by pressing the
or
button
for centralized doors unlock and
lock on the key fob RKE transmitter.
See “Illuminated Entry/Exit” section
“Before Starting” for further
information.
In the event of a collision causing
automatic interruption of fuel
supply, the dome lights switch on
automatically and remain lit for
approx. 15 minutes.
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NOTE:
The controls of the sunroof, the
HomeLink and the button to switch off
Park Assist system can be found on the
front dome console.
when liftgate is opened and turn off
when it is closed.
A light is available on the roof, under
the sun visors; it turns on when user
moves the courtesy mirror cover, which
is built in the back of sun visor.
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Button to Switch off Passenger
Compartment Lights
In addition to specific switches to
turn on and off the dome lights as
previously described, on the front
console there is a button that allows to
turn off all these lights.
Apart the lights on the front dome
console, there is a light with relevant
on/off switch located next to the
passenger handholds for the external
rear seats. These lights will operate
only when the ignition device is in the
ACC or RUN position.
If liftgate is left open for a long time,
lights will turn off after 30 minutes to
save battery charge.
Hazard Warning Lights
Cargo Lights
To illuminate the cargo area there are
two lights on liftgate and two more
inside the boot. These lights turn on
Press the indicated button on the
centre of the central console to turn
on the hazard warning lights. The
operation is independent of the
ignition device position.
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Wipers and Washers
Press the button again to turn them
off.
When these lights are on, the direction
indicators, the related arrow indicator
on the instrument cluster and the
button itself will flash.
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NOTE:
When the hazard warning lights are
activated, the direction indicators
control is disabled.
The LED turn signal indicators flash
simultaneously with the corresponding
turn signal lights in the front and rear
of the vehicle. Turning on the hazard
warning lights will also activate these
LEDs.
The external mirrors can be equipped
also with approach and courtesy LEDs
(optional), lighting up when the
vehicle entry/exit lights are activated.
The multifunction lever operates the
wipers and washers acting on the
windshield and on the window of
the liftgate when the ignition switch
is placed in RUN or ACC position. The
multifunction lever is located on the
left side of the steering column.
The windshield washer and headlight
washer (if foreseen) share the same
fluid reservoir, and a low fluid level
is indicated by the same warning
light
and by the message on the
instrument cluster.
Integrated External Rear-View
Mirror Lights
External mirrors are supplied with LED
turn signals integrated on the support.
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To refill the fluid, see “Maintenance
Procedures” in section “Maintenance
and Care”.
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CAUTION!
• Turn the washer acting on the
windshield and on the window of
the liftgate wipers off when driving
through an automatic car wash. The
windshield wipers may be damaged
if the wiper control is left in any
position other than “OFF”.
• In cold weather, always turn off the
wiper switch and allow the wipers to
return to the park position before
turning off the engine. If the wiper
switch is left on and the wipers
freeze to the windshield and/or to
the window of the liftgate, the wiper
motor may be damaged when the
vehicle is restarted.
• Always remove any buildup of snow
that prevents the wiper blades from
returning to the off position. If the
wiper control is turned off and the
blades cannot return to the off
position, the wiper motor may be
damaged.
Windshield Wipers
• Rotate the end of the multifunction
lever to one of the four settings to
activate the automatic intermittent
setting (see “Rain Sensing Wipers”
paragraph in this chapter).
• For low speed wiper operation
(stable position "LO"): rotate the end
of the multifunction control lever
forward to the first trigger after the
intermittent setting.
• Rotate to the second trigger after the
intermittent setting for high-speed
(stable position HI) wiper operation.
• Rotate the end of the lever backward
to the “MIST” position to activate
a single wipe cycle. The wipers will
continue to operate until you release
the multifunction lever.
• To turn the wipers off rotate the
lever to “OFF”.
Rain Sensing Windshield
Wipers (for versions/markets,
where provided)
This feature detects moisture on the
windshield through an internal rearview mirror integrated sensor, which
automatically activates the relative
wipers.
Rotate forward the end of the
multifunction lever to one of four
settings to adjust the detection system.
First wiper delay position is the least
sensitive, and fourth wiper delay
position is the most sensitive. Third
position should be used for normal
rain conditions.
The rain sense wipers will
automatically change between an
intermittent wipe, slow wipe and a
fast wipe depending on the amount
of detected moisture sensed by a
particular area of the windshield.
Place the wiper switch in the “OFF”
position when you do not want to use
the automatic intermittent system.
The rain sensing feature can be
turned on and off using the MTC+
System, see “MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further information.
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CAUTION!
• The rain sensing feature may not
function properly due to ice or dried
salt water on the windshield.
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• Use on the windshield of RainX® or
products containing wax or silicone
may reduce rain sensor performance.
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The rain sensing system has protective
features for the wiper blades and
arms. It will not operate under the
following conditions:
• Low Temperature Wipe Inhibit : the
rain sensing feature will not operate
when the ignition is in RUN position,
the vehicle is stationary and the
outside temperature is below 0°C. To
resume, set the automatic feature
on the multifunction lever, start the
engine and drive or wait until the
outside temperature rises above
freezing.
• Wipe Inhibit with Transmission in
Neutral Position : the rain sensing
feature will not operate when the
ignition is placed in the RUN position,
the transmission shift lever is in the
N (Neutral) position and the vehicle
speed is less than 8 km/h (5 mph). To
resume, set the multifunction lever to
the automatic function or move the
shift lever out of N (Neutral).
Headlights On with Windshield
Wipers
When activating this function, the
headlights will light up approximately
10 seconds after the wipers acting
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on the windshield are turned on if
the light switch is placed in “AUTO”
position.
In addition, the headlights switch
off when the wipers are turned
off (position “OFF”) if they were
previously turned by using this
function.
Powering on Headlights with wipers
can be activated and deactivated with
the MTC+ System, see “MTC+ Settings”
in section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls” for further information.
Wipers Blades Maintenance
When the wiper arms acting on
the windshield are in the rest
position it is not possible to check
or replace the blades (Service
position) as they are folded under
the hood. To service the blades (see
paragraph “Wiper Maintenance and
Blades Replacement” in chapter
“Maintenance Procedures” of section
“Maintenance and Care”) it is
necessary to shift the multifunction
lever to “OFF” and the ignition switch
to OFF position.
Shift the control lever within 15
seconds to the “MIST” position
(forward rotation of the end of the
multifunction control lever) and
release. The blades are brought in a
position enabling to open the wiper
arms and change the blades.
It is possible to use the “MIST”
position for a maximum of 3 times
within two minutes, corresponding to
different three blades positions on the
windshield. When completed, bring
the ignition switch in RUN : the arms
will reposition. If necessary move the
multifunction lever to other required
operating positions.
To change the wiper blade on rear
window of liftgate, simply lift the
wiper arm to detach it from window
(see paragraph “Wiper Maintenance
and Blades Replacement” in chapter
“Maintenance Procedures” of section
“Maintenance and Care”).
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The headlight washers will spray a
timed high-pressure spray of washer
fluid onto each headlight lens every 11
windshield wipers cycles.
WARNING!
Operate or service the windshield
wiper blades without deactivating
the wipers (“OFF” position), leaving
the ignition switch in RUN can be
dangerous for the operator since the
rain sensor may suddenly activate the
wipers. Always use “Service” position
for any intervention on the windshield
wiper blades.
Windshield Washers and
Headlight Washers
To use the washer on the windshield,
push the end of the multifunction
lever inward (toward the steering
column) and hold it as long as washer
spray is desired.
If you activate the washer while the
windshield wiper control is in the
automatic intermittent range, the
wipers will operate for two wipe
cycles after releasing the lever and
then resume the previously-selected
intermittent interval.
If you activate the washer while the
windshield wiper is turned off (“OFF”
position) the wipers will operate for
three wipe cycles and then turn off.
Head Windshield Washer Nozzles
(optional)
To avoid fluid freezing inside at low
external temperatures, the fluid supply
nozzles can be heated by internal
resistors.
WARNING!
• Do not start the windshield washer
during the cold months until the
windshield has warmed up. If it has
not warmed up, the liquid could
freeze on the glass and block your
view.
• Sudden loss of visibility through
the windshield could lead to a
collision. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid
sudden icing of the windshield
during freezing weather, warm the
windshield with the defroster before
and during windshield washer use.
Headlight Washers (if foreseen)
The multifunction lever also operates
the headlight washers when the
ignition switch is in RUN position and
the headlights are turned on.
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Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Use the switch on multifunction lever
as follows to turn on the rear window
wiper and/or washer:
• From the “OFF” position, turn control
forward to the first detent to activate
wiper intermittently;
• Turn control forward to the second
detent to activate wiper continuous
action;
• A further rotation forward (unstable
position) will trigger the rear window
washer until control is released. After
control release, the rear window
wiper will resume continuous
operation;
• From the “OFF” position, turn control
backward (unstable position) to
trigger rear window washer until
control is released: the rear window
wiper will perform several cycles.
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Once released, control will go back to
“OFF” position.
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As a precaution, rear window washer
pump stops if control is held in active
position for over 20 seconds. When
control is released, pump will resume
normal operation.
If rear window wiper is still on, the
wiper arm will automatically go back
to rest position when the ignition
device is turned OFF .
Interior Features
Electric Power Outlets
The vehicle is equipped with three
or four 12 Volt (13 Amp) electric
power outlets, one or two (if you use
as power outlet the socket of the
cigarette lighter) available for each
front seat, one for rear seat passengers
and one fitted in the boot.
In vehicles equipped with “Smoking
Kit” the electric power outlet inside
the cup holder is replaced with a
cigarette lighter.
All power outlets are supplied only
when the engine is started or the
ignition device set to ACC or RUN.
Power outlets are protected by a fuse.
Insert a cigar lighter or accessory plug
into the power outlets to ensure
proper operation. Otherwise, check
the matching fuse integrity, see “Fuse
Replacement” in section “Maintenance
and Care” for further information.
CAUTION!
• Do not plug in accessories that
exceed the maximum power of 160
Watts (13 Amps) at 12 Volts.
• Power outlets are designed for
accessory plugs only. Do not insert
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any other object in the power outlets
as this will damage the outlet and
blow the fuse. Damages caused by
improper use of the power outlet
are not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
• Only devices designed for use in this
type of outlet should be inserted
into any 12 Volt outlet.
• Replacing the fuses that protect
power outlets with others of higher
amperage, there is the risk of fire.
• Do not touch with wet hands.
• Close the lids when the plug is not
used and while driving the vehicle.
• If this outlet is mishandled, it may
cause an electric shock and failure.
Power Outlet inside the Cup Holder
Compartment
To access the power outlet inside the
cup holder beside the shift lever,
press the cover as indicated to open
it completely. Remove the cigarette
lighter and use its socket as power
outlet.
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WARNING!
High power consumption items
plugged into this outlet for long
periods may discharge the battery
and/or prevent the engine from
starting.
console you need to open the halflids as indicated in the following
paragraph.
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Power Outlet inside the Boot
The power outlet is positioned on the
right side of the boot compartment.
Rear Power Outlets
A 12 V power outlet in the
compartment at the rear end of the
central console, is available upon
request for rear seat passengers.
To access the power outlet, push
the lid as indicated: it will open
completely.
Cup Holders
The vehicle is equipped with several
cup holders.
Power Outlets inside the Central
Console
To access the power outlet located
inside the glove box of the central
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CAUTION!
• Use light and shatterproof
containers.
• Do not forcefully push unsuitable
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containers into the cup holders to
prevent damage to the containers.
• Do not store hot drinks.
Cup Holders for Front Passengers
The front cup holders are located
beside the transmission lever and
within the central console.
To access the cup holder, push the
cover as shown in the picture and it
will open completely.
By pressing the indicated button on
the central console, the half-lids will
rise completely enabling access to the
inner compartment where the two cup
holders are located.
The storage and passenger
compartment share the same air
conditioning even though you may
exclude the air conditioning of the cup
holder compartment by moving the
indicated button.
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To close one or both of the half-lids,
push them down to the locking
position.
Cup Holders for Rear Passengers
Two cup holders are available in the
front side of the rear seats central
armrest.
AUX, USB and SD Memory Card
Inputs
The inputs are located inside the
compartment at the front end of the
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central console. To access the inputs,
push the lid as indicated: it will open
completely.
The AUX auxiliary port features:
• typical input impedance between
AUX-IN and AUX_REF: 13 Kohm;
• max. applicable voltage: 0.75 Vrms at
1 kHz;
• input compatible only with 3.5 mm
jack connectors (not included).
Any player with these characteristics
and analogue audio output (headset
output type) can be served by the
MTC+ System. The system can
recognise the connection to a player
outlet autonomously, by enabling
access to the audio functions
connected to this source.
This USB input
can be used for
data exchange (refer to the "Maserati
Touch Control Plus (MTC+)" guide for
further details).
Two other USB inputs for charging
of connected source (CHARGE ONLY
label) are present inside the glove box
compartment of the dashboard.
In the compartment of the central
console there is also a SD memory card
input. Once inserted into the slot, to
extract it, press lightly on the card.
For rear seat passengers, there are two
USB inputs inside the compartment
located on the rear end of the central
console, above the air vents.
To access the USB inputs open the
outside cover.
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This USB ports allow charging
(CHARGE ONLY label) the connected
source.
Following conditions can create USB
inputs damage or malfunction:
• Usage of non-original lighting cables.
• Usage of defective rechargeable
devices (smartphone, tablet, mass
storage devices or other generic USB
devices).
• ONLY insert media (eg., USB or SD
card), into your vehicle if it came
from a trusted source.
• Usage of damaged or defective
cables.
iPod® Connection
An iPod® can be connected to the
system via USB and AUX ports by
means of a special cable (optional).
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The MTC+ will then control the
following functions: play, pause,
fast forward, rewind, next track,
previous track, random or repeat
mode, selection and navigation of
playlist/genre/singer/album/Podcast.
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CAUTION!
Do not leave your USB device, iPod® or
an external audio source in the vehicle
for extended periods of time: extreme
temperatures and humidity can occur
in the vehicle.
Sun Visors
Sun visors can be folded to the front
and to the side of the vehicle. To move
the visor laterally, lower and release it
from its catch as indicated.
In this condition, the visor can be
extended by sliding the visor end
backward.
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By lowering the visor you can access
the courtesy mirror and, by sliding the
mirror protective cover, the light on
the dome will automatically light up
(with the ignition switch in RUN).
NOTE:
The light on the dome turns on only
when the visor is in non-extended
position and pushed towards the endstop of the sliding rod support.
Before raising the visor, close the
mirror cover: the light will turn off.
A business card holder is fitted inside
each sun visor.
Smoking Kit (optional)
The kit includes a lighter and a
removable ashtray with cover.
The Smoking kit for front seats
passengers is located inside the box
beside the transmission lever and can
be accessed by pressing the cover as
indicated.
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WARNING!
• The cigarette lighter reaches high
temperatures. Handle it carefully and
do not allow children to use it so as
to avoid risk of fire and injury!
• The cigarette lighter may not be
used as a power outlet.
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Handholds and Cloth Hooks
The rear seat passengers can use the
removable ashtray by inserting it
into the rear doors pocket, while
the lighter can be inserted into the
power outlet at the end of the central
console.
Press the central button to activate
the cigarette lighter. After about
20 seconds the button returns
automatically to the initial position
and stops the heating: from this time
the cigarette lighter is ready for use.
CAUTION!
After use, always make sure that the
cigarette lighter is switched off.
Handholds are fitted above the
passenger doors. Once grabbed, they
will lower until the block position.
When released, a return spring will
bring them back to the original
position.
On the side walls of the boot
compartment there is a shopping hook
that can withhold a maximum load of
10 kg (22 lb).
Mesh Pockets
Behind the rear handholds there is a
light with relevant on/off switch (refer
to chapter “Lights” in this section).
Cloth hooks are present on rear
handholds and on pillars between
doors.
Front seats are fitted with mesh
pockets, on the rear of the seatbacks,
and accessible by rear passengers.
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Cargo Area
WARNING!
To help protect against personal
injury, passengers should not be
seated in the rear cargo area. The
rear cargo space is intended for
load carrying purposes only, not for
passengers, who should sit in seats
and use seat belts.
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CAUTION!
Do not put heavy or sharp objects in
the mesh pockets.
iPad Holder (Genuine
Accessories)
Vehicle Load Carrying Capacity
The load carrying capacity of your
vehicle is shown on the vehicle
identification label positioned on the
rear driver door's ledge.
The Maserati Service Network can
provide you with all information about
the “Maserati iPad Holder” to be fixed
to the slide rods of the front head
restraints, available in the “Genuine
Accessories” range.
The information indicated on the label
concerns passengers and luggage
loading operations.
Do not exceed the specified Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the
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Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR),
both front and rear.
The GVWR is the total allowable
weight of your vehicle. This includes
driver, passengers, and cargo.
The total load must be limited so that
you do not exceed the GVWR indicated
on the label.
WARNING!
• Improper weight distribution can
have an adverse effect on the way
the vehicle steers, handles and the
way the brakes operate.
• Never drive with the liftgate
open. Exhaust gases can enter the
passenger compartment.
• Do not arrange any luggage on
cargo area cover. In said position
luggage could not only impair
driver's view but also, in case of
collision or unexpected stop, it could
cause injury to all occupants.
The boot is the most suitable place to
load bulky and heavy objects onboard
the vehicle. The maximum allowable
load on the floor of the boot is 200 kg
(440 lb).
To load your vehicle properly, store
heavier items below and be sure you
distribute their weight as evenly as
possible.
Stow all loose items securely before
start driving as they could move during
the trip.
To separate boot from passenger
compartment, the vehicle is equipped
with a rigid horizontal panel, fitted
behind the rear seat backrest. When
vehicle is at a standstill, cargo area
cover can withstand a maximum static
load of 120 kg (260 lb).
Apart from cargo area cover, the
vehicle can be also equipped with a
vertical rolling Cargo Net, to be used
to separate the cargo area from the
passenger area.
The Maserati Service Network can
provide you with any information
about the items dedicated to
the usage of the boot (luggage
compartment mat, net, foldable
box,..), available in the "Genuine
Accessories" range.
Luggage Fasteners and
Retainers
Vehicle can be equipped with fixed
and mobile anchorages on boot
floor allowing to fasten and retain
any luggage in a convenient and
safe manner. Using a special and
approved net with hooks available
in the "Genuine Accessories" range,
also large and heavy objects can be
fastened to boot floor.
Eyelets to secure the luggage net are
provided on the four corners of boot
floor.
For retaining luggage or the
Emergency Kit / First-Aid Kit (if
equipped) placed in compartments on
the trunk side walls there are special
elastic bands.
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Longitudinal rails on boot floor
provide safe anchorage for luggage
of different size, thanks to the special
hooks with locking button. To position
the hook, slide it along the rails
until reaching the required position,
holding down the central button.
Release the button and slightly move
the hook to secure its position in the
notches of the guide.
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and objects that may not fit with the
normal dimensions of the boot.
NOTE:
Both seat backs can be folded down
independently.
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CAUTION!
To avoid luggage inadvertent
movement, in case of sudden braking
or collision, always check correct
fastening of the retainers onto floor
rails before anchoring any luggage.
By using the Railing Fastening Bar,
available in the "Genuine Accessories"
range, fastened by means of sliding
blocks along the floor rails, you can
fasten heavy luggage in the innermost
area of the boot.
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NOTE:
The Maserati Service Network can
provide you with information about
the available “Genuine Accessories”
for the boot compartment.
Loading with Rear Seatbacks
Folded Down
The 60/40 split-folding seatback of
the rear seat provides cargo-carrying
versatility.
The seatback folded down provides
a continuous nearly-flat extension of
the load floor able to accommodate
bulky luggage, large-sized equipment
WARNING!
To prevent the other luggage in the
boot from getting into the passenger
compartment and create a potential
danger for the passengers, keep boot
cover installed when folding down
one of the two seatbacks.
When the seatbacks are unfolded
to the upright position, make sure
they are latched in one of the fixed
positions (see “Rear Seats” in this
section).
WARNING!
• Make sure that the seatback is
securely locked into position. If the
seatback is not securely locked
into position, the seat will not
provide the proper stability for child
seats and/or rear passengers. An
improperly latched seat could cause
serious injury.
• The cargo area in the rear of the
vehicle with the rear seatbacks in the
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folded down position should not be
used as a play area by children when
the vehicle is in motion. They could
be seriously injured in a collision.
Children should be seated and use
proper restraint systems.
The Maserati approved Ski and
Snowboard Bag available in the
“Genuine Accessories” range, can be
fastened also by folding down the
seatback.
Accessories Compartment
Ski and Snowboard Bag
Compartment
To stow and safely fasten a ski and
snowboard bag, with no need to fold
down the seatback, use the opening
available at the back of the longer
seatback (60), at the level of the
armrest between the rear seats.
To reach this compartment and
properly arrange the bag, proceed as
follows.
• From inside the passenger
compartment, lower the armrest
between the rear seats.
• From the boot compartment, open
the flap at the back of the long
seatback.
• Insert the bag end without anchor
hook into seatback opening.
• Fasten the hook to one of the eyelets
available on boot floor.
• From the passenger compartment,
route bag strap under armrest and
fasten it.
In order to hold any accessories to
be kept on the vehicle, the car is
equipped with a storage box with
carrying handles, at the rear end of
the boot compartment.
To reach this box, lift or remove the
boot floor panel.
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NOTE:
The Maserati Service Network can
provide you with information about
the available “Genuine Accessories”
for the boot compartment.
If you follow these instructions, the
bag will be securely fastened to vehicle
structure and will thus remain in place
also in case of collision or unexpected
braking.
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Boot Compartment Cover
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Boot compartment cover is made of
two parts, the most outward one lifts
when liftgate is opened.
The cover can be removed to obtain a
larger cargo area, as follows:
• slide the top end of side linkages out
of the shafts on rear pillars;
WARNING!
After refitting the boot cover, make
sure that the lower ends of the
inner part have properly engaged in
their guides. If cover is not properly
positioned and fastened, in case
of unexpected stop or collision it
could move and seriously injure the
passengers in the rear seats.
• remove boot cover from the vehicle.
The two parts of boot cover can be
folded one onto the other for a more
compact unit.
• lift the cover rear end and slide it
towards the liftgate: this will result
in sliding the four lower ends of the
cover inner part out of their guides
on boot panel;
WARNING!
Driving with no boot cover could
be dangerous. Any unfastened
luggage or objects could move into
the passenger compartment in case of
sudden stop or collision and seriously
injure the occupants. You can try to
prevent this by using the Cargo Net in
the boot compartment.
When refitting the boot cover,
perform the same operations in
reverse order.
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Cargo Area Extension
The following procedure is aimed
at obtaining the maximum possible
extension of the cargo area, and it can
be only a partial extension if you carry
out only a few of the listed operations.
• Remove the boot cover as indicated
under “Boot compartment cover” in
this chapter.
• Completely lower the headrests of
rear seats.
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• Completely fold down the rear seats
backrests by lifting the lever to
position 1 and hold it up.
• Release the lever when seatback is
against the seat: the control cable
will click into place and lock.
• In this position, push down on the
seatback of the long part (60): the
control cable will click into place and
lock.
the seatback rear panel surface using
rigid panels.
Installing the Cargo Net for
Cargo Area
The Cargo Net can be installed to two
positions depending on the current
extension of the cargo area. When
only the boot cover is removed (see
previous paragraph), while backrests
are still vertical, the Cargo Net must
be installed immediately behind them
(position A ).
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WARNING!
• Before install the Cargo Net in the
Now that seatbacks are folded down,
boot floor and the back panels of
seatbacks will form a larger flat floor.
CAUTION!
Seatback rear panel is not suitable to
support heavy loads and metal objects
with protruding elements that might
scratch its surface. If necessary, protect
While, in case also backrests were
folded down, the Cargo Net must be
installed in a more forward position
behind the front seats (position B ).
more forward position make sure
that the backrests are locked in the
lowest position.
• The Cargo Net must be properly
installed following the instructions in
this paragraph.
• The Cargo Net will not properly hold
objects in case of sudden vehicle
braking or collision depending on
cargo weight. Heavy loads not
sufficiently fastened could exceed
net capacity and hit the vehicle
occupants, with the ensuing risk of
injury.
• Before leaving for a trip, fasten all
objects that might move to trunk
floor, using the devices provided by
Maserati for this purpose.
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• When using the Cargo Net, do not
load any heavy object on top of
the other objects which are laid on
the trunk floor (see example in the
figures).
To install it, open the bag zip, unfold
the two parts until hearing the
jointing elements clicking in place.
To close it, press the button indicated
in the figure, at the two jointing
elements.
• Insert the net top ends in the slot on
roof brackets (position
)
• Pull net down to ensure it is properly
engaged (position
).
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To install the Cargo Net in position A ,
proceed as follows.
• Turn downwards the upper part
of the protection cover on roof
brackets.
The Cargo Net is housed in the
accessories compartment under the
boot floor.
The Cargo Net is supplied folded,
inside a bag that is part of the net
itself.
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• Fully unfold Cargo Net down and
engage the ends of side tethers, with
hook, in the fixed or mobile retainers
available on boot floor.
• Pull down the free ends of the
tethers to tension the Cargo Net:
once released, the tether will remain
in taut position
. To disengage
and release tether from retainer
position
, lift the tether free end
as indicated in the figure.
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• Freeing the net lower part from the
Cargo Net structure.
• Attach the lower side ends of
the Cargo Net to the tethers
just tensioned, using the Velcro
appendices indicated in the figure.
Should it be necessary to position
the Cargo Net in position B - more
forward, i.e., behind the front seats use the top retainers next to external
rear passenger handholds.
• Fasten the lower tethers of Cargo
Net to external retainers, also used
to fasten the top safety belt for
children seat, available on rear
seat backrests (see chapter “Child
Restraint Systems” in section “Before
Starting”).
• Attach the Velcro appendices
indicated in the figure, as described
for the rear retainers.
• Lower handhold and engage the
net top ends in the slot on roof,
as already described for the rear
retainers.
When Cargo Net is no longer
necessary, release the net lower part
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from the fastening tethers, rewind it
on itself and fasten it to the Cargo Net
structure. Remove the Cargo Net from
its fastening points, fold it and close
the bag zip.
Store bag under boot floor, then
restore vehicle original conditions by
repositioning all moved or removed
parts.
Front to Back Roof Rails
(optional)
The front to back roof rails that
can be installed to this vehicle have
been designed to carry luggage or
equipment suitable for transport
outside of the vehicle.
Securely fasten load to rails using the
suitable retainers that can hold the
original anchorage points throughout
the trip.
When installing to rails any bicycle,
surfboard or other types of carriers
requiring cross bars, please comply
with the equipment manufacturer's
instructions to ensure proper
installation.
The Maserati Service Network can
provide you with any information
about the Maserati approved Carrying
Items, available in the "Genuine
Accessories" range.
WARNING!
• During the trip, it is recommended
Weight of luggage/equipment carried
on the rails must not exceed 80 kg (176
lb) and must be evenly distributed.
This weight must be added to the
load carried inside of the vehicle as
well as the passengers' weight, and
total must not exceed the maximum
allowed weight (see “Features and
Specifications” in section “Features
and Specifications”).
When arranging load on rails, make
sure that it will not interfere with
liftgate and sunroof opening (if
equipped).
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to periodically check the proper
fastening of luggage or equipment
carried on the roof rails. This is
to avoid that any parts that may
have accidentally unfastened could
damage vehicle bodywork and fall
out, thereby becoming a danger for
all vehicles behind yours.
• When driving with a bulky load
on roof rails, take additional
precautions and drive at lower
speed, keeping a wider safety
distance from vehicles ahead.
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Indeed, a bulky and/or heavy load
carried on the roof will affect driving
behaviour and steering response
since it shifts the vehicle centre
of gravity to a higher position
compared to normal conditions.
• All objects/equipment carried on the
roof and protruding beyond the
windshield, e.g. surfboard, must be
fastened to both sides of the vehicle.
Any wind blow might suddenly
increase load lift possibly resulting
in breakage and loss of part of the
carried equipment.
Power Sunroof with
Sunshade (optional)
The sunroof and the sunshade are
power-controlled and can only be
operated with the ignition switch in
RUN position.
The sunroof is made of two glass
panels: the front one can be moved
whereas the rear one is fixed. The
right switch controls the sunroof
movement, whereas the left one
controls the sunshade.
Lifting of the sunroof front panel for
venting is controlled by the button,
behind the two switches.
By opening the sunroof a front flap
rises automatically in order to deviate
the air flow.
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WARNING!
• Improper use of the sunroof can
be dangerous, even if it features
a finger-trap prevention system.
Before and during the sunroof
operation, always make sure that
passengers are not exposed to
the risk of injuries caused by the
moving sunroof or by personal
objects dragged or hit by the moving
sunroof.
• Never leave children in a vehicle with
the key fob RKE transmitter in the
passenger compartment.
• In a collision, there is a greater risk
of being thrown from the vehicle if
the sunroof is open. Always fasten
your seat belt properly and make
sure all passengers are properly
secured too.
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• Do not allow small children to
operate the sunroof. Never insert
fingers, other body parts, or any
object through the roof opening.
CAUTION!
• In the event of rain, always close the
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sunroof to prevent water infiltrations
from staining the fabric/leather
upholstery.
• Do not open the sunroof if there is
ice on it: risk of damage.
• Do not open the sunroof in case
of presence of any object (bicycle,
surfboard or other type of carriers
fixed to cross bars) that might
interfere with sunroof.
Slide Opening Sunroof
Press backwards and release the right
switch: the front panel will open
completely.
From the completely open position,
press onwards and release the right
switch: the front panel will close
completely.
The automatic movement can be
interrupted in any position by pressing
backward and onward the right switch
again.
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Venting Sunroof
Press and release the rear button; the
sunroof front panel will open to the
vent position. Where this function
is available, this type of opening
can be activated regardless of the
sunroof position. During this opening
operation, any movement of the
button will stop the sunroof.
By pressing the rear button when the
sunroof is completely closed, the latter
will open to the venting position.
Sunshade
Press backwards and release the left
switch: the sunshade will move to the
vehicle rear side until completely open.
From this position, press onwards and
release the left switch to move the
sunshade to the vehicle front side until
completely closed.
During the opening and closing
operations, work on backward and
onward the left switch to interrupt the
sunshade movement in any position.
Pinch Protect Feature
This feature will detect an obstruction
in the roof opening during the
automatic closure or a constant
obstruction of the sunroof front
panel. If an obstruction is detected by
the safety system during the closing
movement, the sunroof front panel
will automatically retract. If this occurs,
remove the obstruction then press
onwards and release the right switch
to reactivate the sunroof automatic
closure.
NOTE:
• If three consecutive attempts to close
the sunroof result in pinch protect
reversals, the fourth attempt will be
manual, with pinch protect feature
disabled.
• Pinch protection is disabled while
pressing the switch/es.
Initialization Procedure
In case of a fault in the automatic
opening/closing movements or in case
of battery removal, it is necessary to
initialize the automatic operation of
the sunroof.
Proceed as follows:
• bring the sunroof in the completely
closed position;
• push the ignition switch to OFF
position and keep this condition for
10 seconds;
• push the ignition switch to RUN
position;
• press the right switch onwards and
keep it pressed for at least 10 seconds
after which you should hear the
sunroof electric motor mechanic stop;
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• within 5 seconds, press the right
switch onwards again and keep it
pressed: the sunroof performs an
automatic complete opening and
closing cycle. Should this not happen,
repeat the procedure from the
beginning;
• press the right switch onwards and
keep it pressed until the sunroof is
completely closed: the initialization
procedure is then completed.
Closing and Opening the Power
Sunroof with RKE Transmitter
and Ignition Off
When the ignition switch is in OFF
position, if the sunroof is open, it
can be closed together with the
windows by pressing the
button
on the RKE transmitter (refer to
“Power Windows” in section “Before
Starting”).
• Press and release the
button.
• Press a second time the
button
and keep it pressed until the sunroof
is completely closed.
To open completely the sunroof from
the outside, press in the same way the
button on the RKE transmitter.
Wind Buffeting
Wind buffeting can be described
as the perception of pressure or a
helicopter-type sound. Your vehicle
may exhibit wind buffeting with
the windows down, or the sunroof
in certain open or partially open
positions. This is a normal occurrence
and can be minimised. If the buffeting
occurs with the rear windows open,
then open the front and rear windows
together to minimise the buffeting. If
the buffeting occurs with the sunroof
open, then adjust the sunroof opening
to minimise the buffeting.
Ignition Off Operation
HomeLink® (for
versions/markets, where
provided)
HomeLink® replaces up to three
hand-held transmitters operating the
automatic devices that open garage
doors and gates, enable/disable
the lighting or security systems.
The HomeLink® unit is powered by
your vehicle's 12 Volt battery. The
HomeLink® buttons that are located in
the overhead console designate the
three different HomeLink® channels.
The HomeLink® warning light is
located in front of the buttons.
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The power sunroof controls will
remain active for up to approximately
ten minutes after the ignition switch is
in OFF position. Opening either front
door will cancel this feature. The
ignition system timing can be set using
the MTC+ System (see “MTC+ Settings”
in section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
Sunroof Maintenance
Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a
soft cloth to clean the glass panel.
NOTE:
HomeLink® is disabled when the
vehicle security alarm is active (see
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“Vehicle security alarm” in section
“Before Starting”).
WARNING!
• Your motorized door or gate
3
will open and close while you
are programming the universal
transceiver. Do not program the
transceiver if people, pets or other
objects are in the path of the door or
gate. Only use this transceiver with
a garage door opener that has a
“stop and reverse” feature. Do not
use a garage door opener without
these safety features. Call toll-free
1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet
at www.HomeLink.com for safety
information or assistance.
• Vehicle exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a dangerous gas. Do
not run your vehicle in the garage
while programming the transceiver.
Exhaust gas can cause serious injury
or death.
Before You Start Programming
HomeLink®
Be sure that your vehicle is parked
outside of the garage before you
begin programming.
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For more efficient programming and
accurate transmission of the radiofrequency signal it is recommended
that a new battery be placed in the
hand-held transmitter of the device
that is being programmed to the
HomeLink® system.
Before starting programming it is
necessary to erase the standard codes
memorized on the HomeLink® device
during the production phase. To erase
such codes:
• place the ignition device in the RUN
position without starting the engine;
• press and hold the two outside
HomeLink® buttons (I and III) until
the warning light starts flashing
(after approximately 20 seconds);
• release the buttons.
NOTE:
• Erasing the standard codes
should only be performed when
programming HomeLink® for the first
time. Do not perform this operation
to program additional buttons.
• If you have any problems, or
require assistance, please call
toll-free 1–800–355–3515 or, on the
Internet at www.HomeLink.com for
information or assistance.
System with Devices Provided
with Rolling Codes
Programming the Hand-held
Transmitters Manufactured after 1995
These devices can be identified by the
“LEARN” or “TRAIN” setting button
located where the hanging antenna
is attached to the garage door/gate
opener. It is NOT the button that is
normally used to open and close the
door.
The name and color of the button may
vary by manufacturer.
• Place the ignition device to the RUN
position without starting the engine.
• Place the hand-held transmitter 5
- 30 cm (1 to 3 inches) away from
the HomeLink® button you wish to
program.
• Simultaneously press the Homelink®
button you want to program and the
hand-held transmitter button.
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• Release immediately the Homelink®
button you want to program.
• Continue holding the hand-held
transmitter button until the warning
light starts flashing quickly; then
release the button.
The quick flashing light indicates that
the channel with the new frequency
has been acquired and programmed
correctly by the HomeLink® system.
NOTE:
The distance necessary between the
portable hand-held transmitter and
the HomeLink® in the vehicle depends
on the system you wish to program.
Probably it will be necessary to try
several times. Upon every attempt,
keep the setting position for at least
15 seconds before trying again.
Synchronising the Rolling Codes
At the end of the previously-described
programming, if the HomeLink®
has been programmed for a rolling
code system, it will be necessary to
synchronise it to ensure its correct
operation.
• Locate the “LEARN” or “TRAINING”
setting button of the opening motor.
Firmly press it and then release it. On
some garage door openers/devices
there may be a light that blinks when
the garage door opener/device is in
the LEARN/TRAIN mode.
NOTE:
You have 30 seconds to initiate the
next step after the setting button has
been pressed.
• Return to the vehicle and press the
programmed HomeLink® button for
two seconds and then release it.
• Repeat this operation a second time.
If the garage door opening device
activates, the programming/
synchronization phase is complete.
NOTE:
If the garage door opening device
does not activate, press the button
a third time for two seconds and
then release it to complete the
programming/synchronization phase.
• To program the remaining two
HomeLink® buttons, repeat the same
step for the same remaining button.
DO NOT erase the channels.
Reprogramming a Single HomeLink®
Button
To reprogramme a channel that has
been previously trained, follow these
steps:
• Place the ignition device to the RUN
position without starting the engine.
• Press and hold the desired HomeLink®
button.
• Without releasing the button
proceed with “Programming the
hand-held transmitters” from second
step and follow all remaining steps.
System with Devices Without
Rolling Code
Programming the Hand-held
Transmitters Manufactured before
1995
• Turn the ignition device to the RUN
position without starting the engine.
• Place the hand-held transmitter 5
to 30 cm (1 to 3 inches) away from
the HomeLink® button you wish to
program.
• Simultaneously press and hold both
buttons until the warning light starts
flashing quickly; then release both
buttons.
The quick flashing light indicates that
the channel with the new frequency
has been acquired and programmed
correctly by the HomeLink® system.
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NOTE:
The distance necessary between the
portable hand-held transmitter and
the HomeLink® in the vehicle depends
on the system you wish to program.
Probably it will be necessary to try
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several times. Upon every attempt,
keep the setting position for at least
15 seconds before trying again.
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• Press and hold the programmed
HomeLink® button.
If the garage door opener/device
activates, programming is complete.
To program the remaining two
HomeLink® buttons, repeat each step
for each remaining button. Do not
erase the channels.
Reprogramming a Single HomeLink®
Button
To reprogram a channel that has been
previously trained, follow these steps:
• Place the ignition device to the RUN
position without starting the engine.
• Press and hold the desired HomeLink®
button.
• Without releasing the button
proceed with “Programming the
hand-held transmitters” from second
step and follow all remaining steps.
Using HomeLink®
To operate, press and release the
programmed HomeLink® button.
Activation will now occur for the
programmed device (i.e., garage door
opener, gate operator, security system,
entry door lock, home/office lighting,
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etc.). The hand-held transmitter of the
device may also be used at any time.
Security
It is advisable to erase all channels
before you sell or turn in your vehicle.
To erase the channels press and hold
the two outside HomeLink® buttons (I
and III) until the warning light starts
flashing (after approximately 20
seconds).
The HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
is disabled when the vehicle security
alarm is active (see “Vehicle security
alarm” in section “Before Starting”).
Troubleshooting Tips
If you are having trouble while
programming HomeLink®, here are
some of the most common solutions:
• Replace the battery in the original
hand-held transmitter.
• Press the LEARN button on the
garage door opener to complete the
training for a rolling code.
• Did you unplug the device for
programming and forgot to plug it
back in?
If you have any problems, or require
assistance, please call toll-free
1–800–355–3515 or, on the Internet at
www.HomeLink.com for information
or assistance.
Radio Frequency RKE
Transmitter - Regulatory
Information
The “Regulatory Information” for
all the radio frequency and radar
devices can be consulted by accessing
the section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.
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Air Conditioning Distribution
3
A/C Dual-zone
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3
A/C Four-zone
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Adjustable and fixed air vents allow
passengers to achieve the optimal
comfort conditions.
Fixed Air Vents
• The fixed vents under the dashboard
are aimed at ventilating the
lower part of the front passenger
compartment.
• The fixed vents, positioned on
the upper part of the dashboard,
beneath the windshield and on the
windshield side pillars are meant
to guarantee the demisting and
defrosting of the windshield and the
side windows.
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A/C Dual-zone
• The ventilation of the lower part of
the rear passengers compartment
is made by means of fixed vents
positioned as follows:
- under the front seats, for the dualzone A/C system;
- on each side of the rear end of the
central console, for the vehicles
equipped with the four-zone A/C
system.
A/C Four-zone
Adjustable Air Vents
The adjustable vents are located at
the center of the dashboard, on both
sides of the MTC+ display and on the
upper surface, and at the side ends of
the dashboard. They have the purpose
of ventilating the upper part of the
passenger compartment. There are
also adjustable vents placed at the rear
end of the central console. The rotor
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1 , located near each vent, allows to
control the quantity of the air flow
from fully closed to fully open, and
vice versa.
Excluding the adjustable vents on the
upper surface of the dashboard, the
grill of these vents can be oriented by
operating on the central handle 2 .
3
NOTE:
In order not to obstruct the air
conditioning inlet, the defrosting or
the demisting function of the glass
surfaces, avoid covering vents with
clothing or other items.
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Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Audio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Audio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
MTC+ “Controls” Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
MTC+ Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Dashboard Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Analog Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Air Conditioning Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Phone and Voice Controls on Steering Wheel (if foreseen) . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
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Instrument Cluster
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The instrument cluster is divided
into three main areas displaying
information, signs and text and/or
icon messages.
A - Analogue speedometer. It
indicates the vehicle speed.
B - Analogue tachometer.
C - TFT display. In this area the
odometer display shows the total
distance covered by the vehicle.
Speedometer and tachometer
display the main warning lights
(see "Warning and Indicator Lights
on Analogue Instruments" in this
chapter). The other warning and
indicator lights are displayed on the
TFT display together with mode and
drive function indicators (see "TFT
Display: Warning/Indicator Lights of
Set Modes/Functions" in this chapter).
V8 - Gasoline (in example GTS version)
V6 - Gasoline
NOTE
The image shows the instrument
cluster before starting the engine.
Diesel
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Warning and Indicator Lights
on Speedometer
The following telltales are displayed
on the speedometer, and related
messages are visible for 5 seconds
on the central sector of the display,
unless otherwise indicated (see “TFT
Display: Warning/Indicator Lights of
Set Modes/Functions” paragraph in
this chapter).
Gasoline
Diesel
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
The Malfunction Indicator Light
(MIL) is part of an onboard
diagnostic system that monitors
engine and automatic transmission
control systems.
Under normal conditions, this indicator
light should switch on when the
ignition switch is in RUN position and
switch off as soon as the engine is
started.
This is a sign of the indicator light
working properly. If the indicator
remains lighted up or switches on
while driving, there is a failure in the
fuel supply/ignition and emission
control systems.
The failure could cause high exhaust
emissions, loss of performance,
poor vehicle handling and high
consumption levels.
Under these conditions you can
proceed slowly without forcing the
engine or driving at high speeds. The
indicator light will switch off if the
problem is solved.
The error will be registered by the
system in any case.
CAUTION!
• When the ignition switch is in the
RUN position and the indicator light
does not switch on or it switches on
while driving, contact the Service
Network as soon as possible.
• Prolonged driving with the MIL on
could cause damage to the engine
control system. It also could affect
fuel economy and driveability. If
the MIL is flashing, severe catalytic
converter damage and power loss
may occur. Immediate service is
required.
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Left Turn Signal Indicator Light
The indicator lights up when
the left direction indicators or
the hazard lights are turned
on.
The indicator light will flash at the
same frequency of the turn indicators
and is controlled by the multifunction
lever behind the steering whell.
If the vehicle electronics sense that the
vehicle drives for more than 1.6 km
(1 mile) with either turn signal on, a
continuous sound will alert the driver
to turn the signal off.
If the indicator flashes at a rapid rate,
check for a defective exterior light
bulb.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring Light
This warning light is connected
to the Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS).
Under normal conditions, the
warning light should illuminate when
the ignition switch is in RUN and
should go off as soon as the engine is
started.
If the warning light remains lit or
illuminates while driving, the pressure
of one or more tires is too low and a
message will be displayed.
The TPMS malfunction warning light
is connected to the low tire pressure
monitoring light.
When the system detects a
malfunction, the monitoring light
and the related message will flash for
approximately one minute and then
remain lit.
This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as
the malfunction lasts.
When the malfunction warning light
lights up, the system may not be able
to detect or signal low tire pressure
correctly.
Please refer to “Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS)” in section
“Driving” for further information.
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
Malfunction Warning Light
This light, and its related
message, indicate possible
malfunctions of the Anti-Lock
Braking System (ABS).
The light will turn on when the
ignition switch is in RUN position
and may stay on for 4 seconds. If
the ABS light remains lit or turns on
while driving, the Anti-Lock portion
of the brake system is not functioning
and requires service. However, the
conventional brake system will
continue to operate normally if the
warning light is switched off.
If the ABS light turns on while driving,
or if it does not switch on when the
ignition switch is in RUN position,
please visit as soon as possible a
Service Centre in order to restore the
Anti-Lock brakes functions.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Activation/Malfunction Indicator Light
The ESC activation/malfunction
indicator light on the
instrument cluster will display
when the ignition switch is in RUN
position.
It should switch off by starting the
engine.
If the light stays on with the engine
running, there is a malfunction in the
ESC system.
If the light still stays on after several
ignition cycles, and the vehicle has
been driven for several kilometers at
more than 48 km/h (30 mph) visit the
Service Network as soon as possible
to have the problem diagnosed and
restored.
NOTE:
Each time the ignition switch is in RUN:
• The ESC OFF indicator light
and
the ESC activation/malfunction
indicator light illuminates
temporarily.
• The ESC system will be on, even if
it was turned off previously. The
ESC system will make buzzing or
clicking sounds when active. This is
normal; the sounds will stop when
ESC becomes inactive by solving
the problem that caused the ESC
activation.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF
Indicator Light
This indicator notifies that
the Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) is disabled (OFF); the
linked message will be displayed.
Dashboard Instruments and Controls
Warning and Indicator Light on
Tachometer
Following telltales are displayed
on the tachometer and related
messages are visible for 5 seconds on
central sector of the display, unless
otherwise indicated (see “TFT Display:
Warning/Indicator Lights of Set
Modes/Functions” in this chapter).
Gasoline
Start&Stop Active Indicator
This telltale indicates that
the engine has been switched
off automatically by the
Start&Stop system.
When the engine starts again, the
telltale will switch off.
If the telltale during an automatic
engine shutdown (AutoStop) phase
starts flashing, it will be necessary to
restart the engine normally with the
ignition device while holding down
the brake pedal.
See chapter “Automatic Start&Stop
System” in section “Driving” for
further information.
Rear Fog Light Indicator
This indicator lights up when
the rear fog lights are switched
on.
High Beam Indicator
This indicator lights up when
the high beams are switched
on or when blinking.
Diesel
Brake Indicator Light
This light monitors various
brake functions, including
brake fluid level and parking
brake engagement.
If the brake light illuminates the
parking brake may be engaged, the
brake fluid level may be low or a
problem with the anti-lock brake
system (ABS) reservoir may have
occurred.
In all the above situations, a related
message will be displayed.
If the light still illuminates when the
parking brake has been disengaged,
and the fluid level is at the full mark
on the master cylinder reservoir, there
could be a brake hydraulic system
malfunction or a problem with the
brake booster detected by the ABS/ESC
system. If this occurs, the light will
remain lit until the problem has been
solved.
If the problem concerns the brake
booster, the ABS master cylinder will
run when engaging the brake and
a brake pedal pulsation may be felt
during each stop of the vehicle.
Inefficiency of one of the dual brake
system cycles is indicated by the brake
warning light, which will turn on when
the brake fluid level in the master
cylinder has dropped below a certain
level.
The light will remain lit until the
problem has been solved. If a brake
failure occurs, visit the Service
Network as soon as possible in order
to check up the brake system.
In the event of an Electronic Brake
Force Distribution (EBD) failure, both
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the brake indicator light and the ABS
light illuminate.
Immediate repair of the ABS system is
required.
Functioning of the brake warning light
can be checked by turning the ignition
switch from OFF to RUN position.
The light should illuminate for
approximately 2 seconds.
The light should switch off unless the
parking brake is engaged or a brake
fault is detected. If the light does not
illuminate, have the light system
repaired by the Service Network .
The light will also switch on when the
parking brake is engaged with the
ignition switch in RUN position.
This light only indicates the brake is
engaged but not the clamping force of
the parking brake to the wheels.
WARNING!
Driving a vehicle with the red brake
light on can be very dangerous.
Part of the brake system may have
failed, resulting in increased braking
distances and the risk of an accident.
Have the braking system checked
as soon as possible at the Service
Network.
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Air Bag Indicator Light
This light will illuminate for a
few seconds for a bulb check
when the ignition switch is in
RUN.
If the light does not illuminate while
starting the engine, stays lit, or
switches on while driving, have the
system checked at the Service Network
as soon as possible.
In the latter case, the message will
remain displayed: to hide it, press the
button
on the steering wheel right
side.
See “Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) - Air bags” in section “Before
Starting” for further information.
WARNING!
If the warning light remains ON or if
it does not illuminate or illuminates
while driving, contact your Service
Network as soon as possible.
Right Turn Signal Indicator
This indicator lights up when
the right direction indicators or
the hazard lights are switched
on.
The indicator will flash at the same
frequency of the turn indicators and is
controlled by the turn signal lever.
If the vehicle electronics sense that the
vehicle drives for more than 1.6 km
(1 mile) with either turn signal on, a
continuous sound will advise the driver
to turn the signal off.
If the indicator flashes at a fast rate,
check for a defective outside indicator
light bulb.
Seat Belt Reminder Light
When the ignition switch is in
RUN, the seat belt reminder
light will light up for a few
seconds as a bulb check.
During the bulb check, you will hear
an acoustic signal if one or both front
seat belts are unbuckled.
After the bulb check or while driving,
if a seat belt is unbuckled, together
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with the acoustic signal the seat belt
reminder light will light up.
WARNING!
Maserati urges you to use the seat
belts correctly fastened and adjusted
at all times. Correct use of the seat
belts can help reduce the risk of
serious injury in the event of an
accident. Do not pass seat belts over
sharp edges: they could tear. Do not
pin anything to the seat belts. This
could reduce their initial strength and
cause them to tear in the event of a
crash.
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6
7
1
Main area.
2
Selectable information (data,
time, outside temperature,
compass, etc.). When setting
the “Auto High Beam Assist”
feature (if equipped), in the right
portion of this area is displayed
the respective indicator.
Main menu number and titles
with scroll arrows (the number
and the main menu title is
always visible while scrolling
the menu, and for the next five
seconds).
Submenu Titles.
Refer to “Occupants Restraint
Systems” in section “Before Starting”
for further information.
TFT Display: Menus and
Settings
When operating, the TFT Display
is divided into sectors including
menus and submenus, running data,
warning/indicator lights and messages.
The different sectors of the display
layout are rendered in the following
picture.
3
4
Position within the submenus
and scroll arrows (example: 1
of 5). There can be maximum 9
displayable submenu positions.
When the number of submenu
points exceeds 9, the points are
replaced by a numerical value
within the scroll arrows.
Menu Instruction (hideable).
10
Shift lever positions (P, R, N, D,
M, 1, 2, 3...).
Gear shift indicator light and
paddles (if equipped).
Hard/soft suspension indicator
light.
Complete Odometer.
11
Fuel Gauge.
12
Engine Temperature Gauge.
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9
4
13* Reconfigurable quadrant for red
telltales.
14* Reconfigurable quadrant for
amber telltales.
15 Front fog indicator light.
16
17
Low beam headlights/position
lights.
OFF ROAD, I.C.E., NORMAL,
SPORT, and CORSA (TROFEO
version only) modes indicator
light.
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18* Combined telltale of ACC,
LKA and HAS status. They are
displayed in the cluster when
one (or more) of these systems is
enabled and a different menu
from “Drive Assist” is displayed
in the main area.
19* CC, ACC and HDC status function.
20
Ride height indicator.
21
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Electric Parking Brake failure
warning light.
22 Speed Warning indicator
(dynamic text).
23* Traffic Sign Assist icons:
conditioned and unconditioned
speed limit and/or overtaking
ban. See "Traffic Sign Assist TSA" in section "Driving" for
further details.
(*) See “TFT Display: Warning/
Indicator Lights of Set Modes/
Functions” in this chapter.
• Blue colour: normal conditions.
• Yellow colour: low-critical warning.
• Red colour: high-critical warning.
TFT Display: Main and
Submenu
Operate the controls on the right side
of the steering wheel to scroll, modify
and program the Main and Sub-menu.
The display background may change
according to the type of message
displayed.
Press and release the multifunction
switch in the
and
arrow
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directions to scroll upwards and
downwards the main menu titles.
The screen area in sector 1 (Main Area)
will be updated and the selected title
will be shown in sector 3 (Main Menu
Title).
Press and release the multifunction
switch ( ) to enter the information
screens or a submenu. Keep the switch
( ) depressed for 2 seconds to restore
the selected/visualized functions.
The selected sub-menu title selected
will be displayed in sector 4 (Submenu
Title).
When the driver selects a main menu
page and the Traffic Sign Assist (TSA)
feature on "Controls" page of MTC+ is
set off (see "MTC+ "Controls" Screen"
in this section), main menu title, its
number and the scroll arrows will
disappear after two seconds.
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When driver selects a main menu, if
the TSA feature is set on and a sign
and/or a speed limit icon is displayed
in the sector 23, only the main menu
number and the scroll arrows remain
displayed in the sector 3 left side.
Within a submenu, press and release
the switch in the
and
arrow
directions to scroll the menu.
Press the
button to return to the
main menu from an item of interest or
from an information screen.
TFT Display: Main Menu &
Submenu Content Overview
1. MAIN MENU
• View speed in km/h or mph
2. VEHICLE INFO
• Tire Pressure
• Transmission Temperature
• Oil Temperature
• Oil Pressure (Gasoline only)
• Battery Voltage
• AdBlue Level (Diesel only)
• Maintenance
3. DRIVE MODE
• Drive Mode - Ride Height - Torque
Distribution - Powertrain status - ESC
status - Suspension stiffness status
4. DRIVER ASSIST
• Shows the status of any active driver
assist systems: CC, ACC, LKA and HAS.
Graphics in the main area of TFT
display only refer to ACC, LKA and
HAS systems
• LKA (LaneSense) status
5. FUEL ECONOMY
• Average, Range, Current gauge
6. TRIP
• Trip A: Average, Avg. speed, Elapsed
time, Distance
• Trip B: Average, Avg. speed, Elapsed
time, Distance
7. START&STOP
• Messages relating to the Start&Stop
function
8. AUDIO
• Information concerning audio status
according to current media source,
track and station.
• Information on phone incoming call.
9. STORED MESSAGES
10. VEHICLE SETTINGS
• Speed Warning: enables, disables or
sets the speed limit represented in
the dynamic icon on the TFT display
• Auto apply Off/On of the Electric
Parking Brake
• Passenger Air bag enable/disable
• Interior Lighting
- Backlighting
- Ambient Lighting
• SCREEN SETUP
- Upper Left
- Upper Right
- Main Menu: Line 1
- Main Menu: Line 2
- Main Menu: Line 3
- MPH km/h Display On/Off
- Main Menu Navigation
- Outline Colouring
- Key-On Display
- Key-Off Display
- Defaults
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TFT Display: Messages on Main
Display Area
The main display area also displays
"pop up" messages. These pop up
messages fall into several categories:
• Five-Second Stored Messages
When the appropriate conditions
occur, this type of message appears
on the main display area for
five seconds and then returns to
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the previous screen. Most of the
messages of this type are then
stored (as long as the condition that
activated them remains active) and
can be reviewed from the "Stored
Messages" main menu item.
Example of this message type is the
one shown in the picture.
• Unstored Messages with Ignition
Switch in RUN
This message type is displayed until
the ignition switch is in RUN position.
An example of this message type is
the one shown in picture.
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• Navigation Messages
When the navigation menu is
enabled on the MTC+, information
pop-ups will be displayed while
changing direction or approaching a
turning point until the navigation
system requires its displaying, or until
a command is given via the buttons
on the steering wheel. On highway,
the first pop up will be displayed at
3.2 km (2 miles) from the turn, on
roadway, at 1.6 km (1 mile).
While approaching the turn, further
pop ups will be displayed starting at
400 m (437 yd) from the turning
point and the countdown to 0
meters.
• Unstored Messages
This message type is displayed until
the condition that activated the
message is cleared (see example in
picture).
• Five-Second Unstored Messages
When appropriate conditions occur,
this type of message appears on the
main display area for five seconds
then returns to the previous screen.
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While getting closer to a turn, the
sections referred to the distance
already travelled will switch off while
the ones referred to the distance yet
to be travelled will remain on.
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NOTE:
• Popup boxes might take up the space
normally used to display main menu
items and relevant submenus.
• The distance indicated under the
road name is expressed in the unit of
measure set by the user.
1. MAIN MENU
Press and release the multifunction
switch in the
or
arrow
directions until this menu item is
displayed. Pressing and releasing the
switch ( ) will toggle the unit of
measure between km/h or mph.
Further to speed, the main area can
indicate three lines that can be set to
the same options and in the top right
or top left area. When these three
lines are present and turn-by-turn
navigation is on, main menu area
will automatically show navigation
information. For further details, please
refer to "Maserati Touch Control Plus
(MTC+)" guide.
2. VEHICLE INFO
Press and release the switch in the
or
arrow directions until this menu
item is displayed.
Press and release the switch ( ) to
access the submenus.
Press and release the switch in the
or
arrow directions to scroll
through the following information
displays pressing and releasing the
switch ( ) to display the selected
information.
• Tire Pressure
Indicates the pressure of each single
tire (see example below). Please refer
to “Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)” in section “Driving” for
further information.
Displays the current transmission
temperature level.
• Oil Temperature
Displays the current engine oil
temperature level.
The gauge fill and telltale (if
applicable) are highlighted in red to
emphasise that the parameter is at a
critical level.
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• Transmission Temperature
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NOTE:
This strategy is also applicable in the
Transmission Temperature and Oil
Pressure information screen.
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• Oil Pressure (Gasoline only)
Displays the current motor oil
pressure level.
• Battery Voltage
Displays the current battery voltage.
• AdBlue® Level (Diesel only)
Displays both the level of reducing
agent AdBlue® contained in the tank
located in the luggage compartment
and, if there is the need to refuel,
the remaining range. For details
on refilling or top-up, see chapter
“Adding reducing agent AdBlue®
(Diesel only)” in section “Driving”.
Diesel
• Maintenance (service)
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Displays mileage and days remaining
to the execution of scheduled
maintenance service.
Press and release the
button to
return to the main menu.
3. DRIVE MODE
Press and release the switch in the
or
arrow directions until this
menu item is displayed. The screen
graphically shows the Drive Mode:
OFF ROAD, I.C.E., NORMAL, SPORT,
CORSA (TROFEO version only) and
(Suspension) set by the user through
the relevant controls.
The display main area will show
vehicle image with parameters and
color-coded components affected by
the selected drive mode.
The image will show the following
parameters:
• current ground clearance indicated
in front of vehicle and on a specific
indicator on top right corner;
• torque distribution percentage
indicated under the arrow in front of
the wheels;
• selected drive mode (in the example
shown: I.C.E.).
For any color-coded components, color
depends on settings of:
• ESC: identified by wheel color.
• PowerTrain: identified by engine +
transmission unit color.
• Suspension
: identified by the color
of the four shock absorbers.
For every drive mode, function (ESC,
PowerTrain and Suspension) and color
of the components shown are matched
as follows:
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NOTE:
To set these systems, see chapters
“Adaptive Cruise Control - ACC”,
“Highway Assist - HAS” and “Lane
Keeping Assist - LKA” in section
“Driving”.
Press and release the
button to
return to the main menu.
NOTE:
To set drive parameters according to
own needs and path, refer to chapter
“Drive Mode” and “Off-road Drive” in
section “Driving”.
Press and release the
button to
return to the main menu.
4. DRIVER ASSIST
Press and release the switch in the
or
arrow directions until this menu
item is displayed.
• Active Driver Assist System
The screen graphically shows current
status of driver assist systems: the
figure shows an example with ACC
engaged and HAS set.
• LKA (LaneSense) Status
Vehicle is delivered with LKA in off
state set on MTC+ system, page
“Controls”.
You can enable LKA in the “Visual”
only or “Visual & Haptic” mode by
turning on the function via MTC+
system soft-key and by changing your
selection in the dedicated submenu.
The setting chosen will latch over key
cycles.
5. FUEL ECONOMY
Press and release the switch in the
or
arrow directions until this menu
item is displayed.
The screen will display the following:
• Current Fuel Economy in L/100km,
MPG (UK) or MPG (US)
Shows the current fuel economy.
During AutoStop stage performed by
the Start&Stop system (see “Normal
Starting of the Engine” in section
“Driving”), a dash will be displayed
instead of the value.
• Range in km or miles
Shows the range since the last fuel
average reset.
When the fuel economy is reset, the
display will read “Reset” or show
dashes for two seconds.
Then, the history information will
be erased, and the averaging will
continue from the last fuel average
reading before the reset.
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• Fuel Economy Average in L/100km,
MPG (UK) or MPG (US)
Shows the average fuel economy
since the last reset.
Press the multifunction switch (
) for 1 second and release it to reset
the fuel economy average.
When the fuel economy is reset, the
display will read “Reset” or show
dashes for two seconds.
Then, the history information will
be erased, and the averaging will
continue from the last fuel average
reading before the reset.
Press and release the
button to
return to the main menu.
6. TRIP
Press and release the switch in the
or
arrow directions until this menu
item is displayed.
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For each of the “Trip A” and “Trip B”
sub-menus the screen will display the
following:
• “Distance” traveled in km or miles.
Shows the total covered distance
since the last reset.
• “Average” consumption in L/100km,
MPG (UK) or MPG (US). Shows the
average fuel consumption since the
last reset.
• “Average” speed in km/h or MPH.
Shows the average speed since the
last reset.
• “Elapsed Time”. Shows the total
time of travel since the last reset in
“hours:minutes: seconds.” Elapsed
Time will increment when the
ignition switch is in the RUN or
START position.
Press the multifunction switch ( ) for
1 second and release to reset “Trip A”
or “Trip B”.
“Trip B” is reset after each key on/key
off cycle.
Press and release the
button to
return to the main menu.
7. START & STOP
Press and release the switch in the
or
arrow directions until this menu
item is displayed.
With the ignition device in RUN
position, the screen will display the
status of the function (see example
in picture). To change the status of
the function, please see chapter
“Automatic Start&Stop System” of
section “Driving”.
8. AUDIO
Press and release the switch in the
or
arrow directions until this menu
item is displayed.
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The display will show the audio status
(source and current audio track) as set
on the MTC+. It is possible to display
5 lines of 15 alphanumeric characters.
Displays Audio Statuses are:
• AM: Station Number, provided with
one line of info (frequency);
• FM: Frequency, provided with 2 info
lines;
• DAB (digital radio), where available:
number and station name, artist,
song;
• BTSA Bluetooth: folder, album, artist,
song;
• USB (Audio): USB, album, artist,
current track or, if available, previous
track, current track and next track;
• USB: folder, previous track, current
track and next track;
• SD Card (Audio): album, artist,
previous track, current track and next
track;
• SD Card: folder, previous track,
current track and next track;
• AUX: name of source, “Device
Connected” text;
• No Signal: “No Signal Available” text;
• Mute: symbol “Mute”, the lines
remain those displayed before the
command “Mute”.
The different reception modes are
identified by symbols, shown on the
display above the info lines. The chart
indicates their meaning.
AM
FM
AUX
SD
DAB (where available)
USB
• Many signals
• Signal not available
BTSA
App
Audio mute
• Phone Call Details
The display will show the information
on incoming call if this feature is
checkmarked on MTC+ (see “MTC+
Settings” in this section). On display,
said details shall temporarily replace
the ones on media source in use.
Press and release the
button to
return to the main menu.
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9. STORED MESSAGES
Press and release the central switch in
the
or
arrow directions until
this menu item is displayed.
The system will either display the
number of the stored messages (if any
available) or “No Stored Messages” as
shown in picture.
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Press and release the
button to
return to the main menu.
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Press and release the switch in the
or
arrow directions to scroll the
stored messages.
When the number of messages
exceeds 9, the submenu points will
be replaced by a numerical value
indicating the message number. Press
and release the switch ( ) to view the
selected message (see example in the
picture).
10. VEHICLE SETTINGS
With ignition switch in RUN position
and vehicle stopped, press and release
the switch in the
or
arrow
directions until this menu item is
displayed.
Press and release the switch ( ) to
access the submenus.
Scroll with the switch in the
or
arrow directions to view the selectable
items:
• Speed Warning
• Electric Parking Brake
• Passenger Air bag (if foreseen)
• Interior Lighting
• Screen Setup
NOTE:
• In order to modify the status of
electric parking brake, please see
chapter “Parking Brake” in section
“Driving”.
• In order to modify the status of
passenger air bag, please see
paragraph “Passenger's Air bag
Deactivation (if foreseen)” in
“Supplemental Restraint Systems –
Air bag” in section “Before Starting”.
• Adjust interior lighting brightness
or/and ambient lighting as described
in paragraph “Interior Lights” under
“Lights” in section “Understanding
the Vehicle”.
TFT Display: Example to modify
the “Speed Warning” status
NOTE:
• Minimum set speed: 30 km/h (18
mph).
• Maximum set speed: 280 km/h (174
mph).
When the vehicle is in motion (above 8
km/h – 5 mph) this function is available
and displayed in the list of “Vehicle
Settings” menu.
Scroll with the switch in the
or
arrow directions to view the selectable
items.
Press and release the switch ( ) to
select “Speed Warning”.
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A pop-up message indicating that the
limit has been exceeded will appear on
display.
Press and release the switch ( ) once
again to view the related options:
“Off” is the default status.
Scroll with the switch in the
or
arrow directions to view the selectable
options.
Speed values are in loop, keeping the
switch pressed in the
or
arrow
directions will increase scroll speed.
Press and release the switch ( ) to
select the option. A check mark will
remain next to the previously-selected
item until a new selection is made.
A setting saved notification appears
as a popup for 2 seconds and a white
telltale indicating the set speed limit
will appear on display.
Then the display will show the last
modified item.
When the set speed is exceeded, the
driver is alerted by an acoustic signal
and the telltale indicating the speed
limit becomes amber.
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The pop-up message and the telltale
will be displayed for 5 seconds then
system will return to the previous
screen.
SCREEN SETUP
After having entered the “Vehicle
Settings” menu, press and release
the switch in the
or
arrow
directions until this menu item is
displayed.
Press and release the switch ( ) to
access the available items for this
submenu.
If the vehicle exceeds 8 km/h (5 mph),
this feature is unavailable and the
main screen shows possible options in
grey (not activable).
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Operate this function with the vehicle
stopped and transmission in P (Park)
position.
In order to enter a function, press the
switch ( ).
The following directory shows the
items available in the "Screen Setup"
submenu:
Upper Left
• None
• Compass (only with navigation
system)
• Outside Temperature (default: Upper
Right)
• Date
• Time
• Time/Date (default: Upper Left)
• Range to Empty
• Average L/100km or km/L (or MPG)
• Current L/100km or km/L (or MPG)
• Trip A Distance
• Trip B Distance
Upper Right (example in picture)
• None
• Compass (only with navigation
system)
• Outside Temperature (default: Upper
Right)
• Date
• Time
• Time/Date (default: Upper Left)
• Range to Empty
• Average L/100km or km/L (or MPG)
• Current L/100km or km/L (or MPG)
• Trip A Distance
• Trip B Distance
Main Menu: Line 1 (only displays in
Main Menu)
• None (default status)
• Compass (only with navigation
system)
• Outside Temp.
• Date
• Time
• Time/Date
• Range to Empty
• Average L/100km or km/L (or MPG)
• Current L/100km or km/L (or MPG)
• Trip A Distance
• Trip B Distance
• Audio
Main Menu: Line 2 (only displays in
Main Menu)
• Same configurable options as Line 1
Main Menu: Line 3 (only displays in
Main Menu)
• Same configurable options as Line 1
MPH km/h Display (instruction line)
• On
Off
Main Menu Navigation
• On
Off
Outline Colouring
• On
Off
Key-On Display
• On
Off
Key-Off Display
• On: Trip summary
Off: screen with Maserati logo and
trident
Defaults
• Restore
Cancel
Scroll with the switch in the
or
arrow directions to view the selectable
items (in the example “Time” is
selected). A check mark will remain
next to the previously-selected item
until a new selection is made.
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function is set to "Off", the navigation
information will not be displayed.
If the “Outline Colouring” is set to
“On”, the TFT side edge of engine
temperature and fuel gauge indicators
will change color depending on the
selected Drive Mode:
• OFF ROAD: brown;
• I.C.E.: light blue;
• SPORT: green (example shown in
picture);
• CORSA (TROFEO version only):
golden.
If it is set to "Off", the color/Drive
Mode combination is not active and
the edges will remain "NORMAL"
Drive Mode color.
Press and release the switch ( ) to
select an item. The notification of
setting saved appears as a popup for 2
seconds, then the display will show the
last-modified item.
Press and release the
button to
return to the “Screen Setup” submenu.
“Screen Setup” submenu parameters
set by the user as the ones to be
displayed are also indicated in the top
part of the MTC+ (see example in the
figures).
As for the instruction line “MPH km/h
Display”, you can either select to
display it in sector 6 or not (“Off”
option). In the latter case, the function
of changing units remains in any case
active.
If the “Main Menu Navigation” is set
to “On”, navigation information will
be displayed in the main area of the
display only if a destination has been
set on the navigator of the MTC+. If
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“Key-On Display” and “Key-Off
Display” items allow user to set display
during vehicle key-on and off.
“Key-On Display” is normally set to
“On”. When entering the vehicle,
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after the welcome screen, the display
will show the information concerning
engine starting sequence. While if
it is set to “Off” (example shown in
figure), the display will show the
information displayed before last
vehicle key-off.
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When engine is started and ignition
device is pressed to stop it, it is
possible to set “Key-Off Display”, “On”
or “Off” to obtain the following
display settings:
• “On”: “Trip summary” screen (Trip
B is reset after each key-on/key-off
cycle);
• “Off”: screen with Maserati logo and
trident.
The “Defaults” item of “Screen Setup”
submenu allows restoring Maserati
factory settings.
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TFT Display: Warning/Indicator Lights of Set Modes/Functions
Display sections indicated in the
figure show warning/indicator
lights concerning all selected
driving functions and all set
functions/systems.
The relevant messages will be
indicated within the main area
for five seconds, unless otherwise
specified. Fault messages will be
stored under “Stored messages”.
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Gasoline
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Diesel
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Charging System Warning Light
This warning light shows
the status of the electrical
charging system. If the warning
light stays on or comes on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle's
non-essential electrical devices or
increase engine speed (if at idle). If
the charging system warning light
remains on, it means that the vehicle
is experiencing a problem with the
charging system. Require IMMEDIATE
service at the Service Network.
If jump starting is required, refer to
“Jump Start Procedures” in section “In
an Emergency”.
Transmission Temperature Warning
Light
This warning light and the
related message indicate
that the transmission fluid
temperature is rising. If this warning
light turns on, safely pull over and stop
the vehicle. .
Then, shift the transmission into P
(Park) and run the engine at idle or
faster until the temperature drops and
the light switches off. If the problem
persists, contact the Service Network.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the
transmission temperature warning
light illuminated will eventually cause
severe transmission damage or failure.
WARNING!
If the transmission temperature
warning light is illuminated and
you continue operating the vehicle,
in some circumstances you could
cause the fluid to boil over, come in
contact with hot engine or exhaust
components and cause a fire.
Engine Temperature Warning Light
This warning light notifies
when the engine is overheated.
If the temperature reaches
critical levels and the gauge displayed
in sector 12 turns red, this warning
light under the engine temperature
gauge indicator will illuminate
in red color combined with the
related message on display. When
the temperature is reaching the set
threshold an acoustic signal will be
heard.
If the warning light switches on while
driving, safely pull over and stop the
vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it
off. Also, shift the transmission into
N (Neutral) and idle the vehicle. If
the temperature does not return to
normal, immediately turn the engine
off and contact the Service Network.
Check “Engine Overheating” in
section “In an Emergency” for more
information.
Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
Under normal conditions, the
warning light illuminates when
the ignition device is turned
to RUN and goes off as soon as the
engine is started.
If the warning light stays or turns on
while driving, the engine oil pressure
is too low. The warning light is
combined with a displayed message
and an acoustic signal that will last 4
minutes. In this case, turn the engine
off immediately and carry out the
necessary checks.
Do not operate the vehicle until the
problem has been corrected. This light
does not indicate the oil level. The
engine oil level must be checked with
the dipstick located under the hood
(see “Maintenance Procedures” in
section “Maintenance and Care”).
If the problem persists, contact the
Service Network.
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Engine Oil Temperature Warning Light
This light indicates that the
engine oil is overheated. The
warning light is combined
with the related displayed message.
In this case, drive carefully until the
temperature drops back to normal
level and the warning light indicator
turns off.
If the problem persists, contact the
Service Network.
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Low Engine Oil Level Warning Light
(Gasoline only)
This warning light and the
related displayed message,
indicate a low engine oil level.
The engine oil level must
be checked with the dipstick fitted
under the hood (see “Maintenance
Procedures” in section “Maintenance
and Care”).
Electric Power Steering Failure
Warning Light
This warning light, and the
related message, illuminate
when the electric power
steering is not operating and needs
service.
If the warning light is on steering
assistance may be not available.
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WARNING!
After battery disconnection event,
the warning light may be on. In this
case, start the engine and perform a
steering wheel stroke to bottom in
both senses.
If the problem persists, contact the
Service Network.
Catalyst Over Temperature Warning
Light
This warning light, and the
related message, light up if the
engine runs irregularly with
consequent high temperature in the
exhaust system.
WARNING!
• If the warning light is accompanied
by the message “Catalyst Temp
Getting Hot Reduce Speed”: the
temperature of the catalytic
converters is too high. The driver
must slow down immediately until
the warning light turns off.
• If the warning light is accompanied
by the message “Catalyst Temp
Getting Hot Reduce Speed”: the
temperature of the catalytic
converters is too high. The driver
must slow down immediately until
the warning light turns off.
• Maserati declines all responsibility
for whatever damage deriving from
non-compliance with the above
mentioned warnings.
Door Ajar Indicator
This indicator illuminates when
one or more doors are ajar.
The indicator will show which
door is ajar. When one or more doors
are open, a related message will be
displayed if the vehicle is running at a
speed of 8 km/h (5 mph) or faster.
Liftgate and Hood Ajar Indicators
These light indicators will
illuminate to indicate that the
and/or the hood are ajar.
When the liftgate or the hood
is open, a related message will
be displayed besides the light
if the vehicle is running at a speed of 8
km/h (5 mph) or faster.
Low Fuel Indicator
When the fuel level reaches
approximately 16.0 litres (3.5
UK gal) this light under the
fuel gauge indicator will turn on, and
remain on until fuel is added together
with the related message. In this
condition the color indicating the
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quantity of fuel in the tank, inside
the indicator on display, will go from
white to amber.
Refer to “Refuelling” in section
“Driving” for fuel filling.
Windshield and Headlights Washer
Low Fluid Indicator
This indicator will illuminate
for 5 seconds to indicate a low
level of the windshield and
headlights washer fluid. A related
message will be displayed.
See “Maintenance Procedures” in
section “Maintenance and Care” for
fluid filling.
Headlight Aiming System Failure
Warning Light
This warning light, and the
related message, indicate
a failure of the horizontal
levelling or electromechanical
swivelling of the headlight system.
Please contact the Service Network to
check the system.
Advanced Frontlighting System (AFS)
Failure Warning Light
This warning light and the
related message light up to
report a failure of the AFS
system.
Contact the Service Network as soon
as possible.
Automatic High Beam Failure Warning
Light
This warning light and the
related message light up
to report a failure of the
automatic high beam headlights.
Contact the Service Network as soon
as possible.
Suspensions Failure Warning Light
This warning light and the
related message turn on while
driving if there is a failure of
the suspension system.
Please contact the Service Network to
check the system.
Ice Hazard Indicator
When the external
temperature falls below 3°C
(38°F), the temperature value
blinks for a few seconds, the indicator
light turns on, a message is displayed
and an acoustic signal is triggered
to warn the driver of the risk of icy
roadbed.
Under such conditions, we recommend
using the I.C.E. drive mode (see
“Automatic Transmission” in section
“Driving”) drive carefully and slow
down as the grip of the tires may be
significantly reduced.
The indicator light flashes for 5
seconds and switches off when the
temperature reaches 6°C (43°F) or
higher.
Brake Pads Wear Warning Light
This warning light and the
related message indicate that
the brake pads have reached
their wear limit.
Please contact the Service Network to
have them replaced.
4
Electric Parking Brake Failure Warning
Light
This warning light and related
message illuminate when there
is an EPB system failure.
The failure could also
completely or partially block the
vehicle because the parking brake
could remain on even after it has been
automatically or manually disengaged
though its controls.
If it is still possible to use the vehicle
(parking brake not engaged) drive
to the nearest Service Network
and remember to perform each
operation/command during which the
electric parking brake does not work.
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Start&Stop Disable Indicator
This indicator illuminates
when Start&Stop is turned off
through the controls located
on the right side of the steering wheel
or through the relevant soft-key of
the MTC+. See chapter “Automatic
Start&Stop System” of section
“Driving” for further information.
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Start&Stop Failure Warning Light
This warning light illuminates
when there is a failure in the
Start&Stop system. Switch the
engine on or off using the normal
procedure with the ignition device
START/STOP and have the vehicle
checked at a Service Network.
Scheduled Maintenance (Service)
Indicator
This indicator illuminates
and a message flashes on the
display after an acoustic signal
to indicate that the next scheduled
maintenance is due or has already
overdue.
Unless reset, the indicator and
message will continue to display each
time you cycle the ignition to the RUN
position.
To turn off the message temporarily,
press and release the
button on
the steering wheel. To reset the service
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indicator system, please visit a Service
Centre.
Passenger's Air bag Deactivated
Indicator (if equipped)
This warning light switches
on when the passenger's
air bag is deactivated. See
“Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) — Airbags” in section “Before
Starting” for further details.
Wait to Start Indicator (Diesel only)
This indicator will turn on
when the ignition device is first
turned to the RUN position.
Wait until the Wait to Start
indicator turns off to start the engine.
Refer to “Normal Starting of the
Engine” in section “Driving” for
further details.
Water in Fuel (Diesel only)
It indicates there is water
detected in the fuel filter. If
this light remains on, DO NOT
start the vehicle before you drain the
water from the fuel filter to prevent
engine damage.
Contact the Service Network for
inspection and draining of the fuel
filter.
CAUTION!
The presence of water inside
the fuel system can damage the
injection system and cause engine’s
malfunction. If the
warning
light turns on, you shall contact the
Service Network as soon as possible to
have the fuel filter cleaned. If, after a
refueling, the
warning light turns
on, some water could have entered
the fuel tank: in this case, turn off the
engine immediately and contact the
Service Network.
Low AdBlue® Indicator (Diesel only)
This indicator will turn on to
indicate the AdBlue® is low (for
more details see paragraph
“Messages Concerning the AdBlue®
Injection System (Diesel only)” in this
chapter.
ADAS Status Indicators
When you are not viewing
the “Drive Assist” page, the
indicators at top left-hand side
of the display indicate status
of individual ADAS system or
the combination of them (see
examples).
For further details, refer to “Adaptive
Cruise Control - ACC”, “Lane Keeping
Dashboard Instruments and Controls
Assist - LKA” and “Highway Assist HAS” in section “Driving”.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Off
This warning light informs the
driver that Forward Collision
Warning (FCW) is disabled.
This might occur when front
sensor and/or the ACC/FCW system
sensors are malfunctioning and need
cleaning or servicing and when
ACC/FCW system is not available due
to a system error (for further details,
refer to “Adaptive Cruise Control ACC” in section “Driving”).
This warning light will light even
when the activation of another driver
assistance feature or drive mode (such
as “
- ESC OFF”) disables the FCW.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Fault
This warning light informs that
FCW is in fault state. If this
occurred together with other
specific messages, could mean that a
system fault requiring servicing at the
Service Network.
It is nevertheless possible to drive the
vehicle without using this function
(for further details, refer to “Forward
Collision Warning - FCW” in section
“Driving”).
General Fault for Driving with a Trailer
(NOT for TROFEO version)
The warning light and the
relevant message are displayed
to indicate a fault or failure of
the connection between vehicle and
trailer. In these cases please contact
the Service Network as soon as
possible, and avoid using the vehicle
with a trailer.
AWD Failure Warning Light
This warning light turns on to
indicate a fault of the AWD
system otherwise a fault or
overheating due to excessive wheel
spin. Contact the Service Network as
soon as possible, and avoid using the
vehicle in heavy duty conditions.
Set Passive Speed Limit
This warning light indicates the
passive speed limit set via the
controls on the RH side of the
steering wheel (for further details,
refer to “TFT Display: Menus and
Settings” in this chapter).
Passive Speed Limit Exceeded
This warning light informs the
driver that the speed limit that
was set has been exceeded.
Stiff Suspension Setting Indicator
This indicator light indicate
that the stiff suspensions
program (“S”) is on. For further
details, refer to “Drive Mode” in
section “Driving”.
Set Drive Mode Indicator
Drive mode set by the driver
through the controls on central
console is displayed above the
transmission lever indicator (example
in picture: NORMAL).
For further details, refer to “Drive
Mode” in section “Driving”.
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Ride Height Indicator for Vehicle Setup
Ride height set through the
control on central console is
always displayed in the specific
area on the RH side of the TFT display.
From the “Normal” level (shown in
picture) ride height can be lowered
at “Aero 1” or “Aero 2” levels when
using vehicle on the road. When using
the vehicle off road, ride height can
be set to a higher position thanks to
“Off Road 1” or “Off Road 2” levels.
For further details, refer to “Drive
Mode” and "Off-road Drive” in section
“Driving”.
The lowest position
“Entry/Exit” shown in picture
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is used for entering and exiting the
vehicle.
Cruise Control (CC) Ready or Canceled
This white light indicator will
illuminate when the CC is
ready to be set (with 3 dashes
below) and, once it sets, when it is
temporarily canceled (set speed in
white below). For further information,
check “Electronic Speed Limiter and
Cruise Control” in section “Driving”.
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Cruise Control (CC) Set
This green light indicator will
illuminate with the set speed
when the CC is set and in driver
override. For further information,
check “Electronic Speed Limiter and
Cruise Control” in section “Driving”.
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Fault
This warning light on indicates
that the LKA system is in fault.
If the warning light and the
relevant message do not go off
after a few manoeuvres and eventually
an ignition cycle, contact the Service
Network.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready
or Canceled
This white warning light
indicates that the ACC is ready
to be set (with 3 dashes below)
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and, once it sets, when it is temporarily
canceled (set speed in white below).
For further details, refer to “Adaptive
Cruise Control - ACC” in section
“Driving”.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set
This green warning light with
below the set speed turns on
when the ACC is set (for further
details, refer to “Adaptive Cruise
Control - ACC” in section “Driving”)
and vehicle will keep set speed.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Fault
This warning light turns on
when ACC is not operating
or needs servicing, For further
details, refer to “Adaptive Cruise
Control - ACC (optional)” in section
“Driving”.
Blind Spot Assist (BSA) Failure
Warning Light
This warning light and related
message light on to report a
failure of the BSA system.
As consequence, on vehicles
equipped with ABSA also this latter
will be not working or malfunctioning.
Contact the Service Network as soon
as possible avoiding to use this system.
Hill Descent Control (HDC) Ready
This white light turns on to
indicate that HDC is ready to
be set and, once it sets, to turn
it off temporarily. For further details,
refer to “Brake and Stability Control
System” in section “Driving”.
Hill Descent Control (HDC) Set
This green light with below the
set speed turns on when the
HDC is set. For further details,
refer to “Brake and Stability Control
System” in section “Driving”.
Park/Headlight On Indicator
This indicator will illuminate
when the park lights or
headlights are turned on.
For further details, see “Lights”
in section “Understanding the
Vehicle”.
Front Fog lights On Indicator
This indicator turns on when
the fog lights are on.
Automatic High Beam On Indicator
This indicator turn on when
the “ Auto High Beam Assist”
feature is set on MTC+ (see
“MTC+ Settings” in this section).
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Gear Shift Indicator Light
This indicator lights up to
indicate gear shift change
in order to optimise fuel
consumption.
See “Drive Mode” in section
“Driving” for further
information.
Performance “Launch Control”
Indicator (TROFEO version only)
This indicator lights up when
the car is launched in the
“Launch Control” performance
start procedure.
See chapter “Drive Mode” in section
“Driving” for “Launch Control”
procedure.
Service AWD System Message
The message on the TFT display will
illuminate when all-wheel drive
feature requires service. For further
information refer to “All-Wheel Drive”
in section “Driving”.
Carefully follow the indications shown
on the display until regeneration is
completed (see examples).
DPF System Messages (Diesel only)
Under conditions of exclusive short
duration and low speed driving cycles,
the engine and exhaust aftertreatment
system may never reach the conditions
required to remove the trapped
Particulate Matter (PM). If this occurs a
message will be displayed permanently
on the TFT display when driving. This
message is repeated each time the
vehicle is started and, if user changes
the TFT page, it reappears after 120
seconds and will remain displayed for
the entire driving cycle.
By driving your vehicle at highway
speeds for as little as 30 minutes,
you can remedy the condition in the
particulate filter system by allowing
the trapped PM to be removed to
restore the system to normal operating
condition.
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Diesel
Diesel
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Diesel
Diesel
If the exhaust after-treatment system
requires service intervention, a
message and the Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL)
will be displayed to
alert the driver.
In this condition the engine will
be derated to prevent permanent
damage to the after-treatment system.
If this condition occurs, it is necessary
to have your vehicle serviced by your
local Service Network.
CAUTION!
• Prolonged driving with the MIL on
inhibits the regeneration process
with possible DPF clogged.
• Maserati is not responsible for
defects occurring due to not
performed DPF regeneration process.
Messages Concerning the AdBlue®
Injection System (Diesel only)
Suitable messages displayed on the
TFT display indicate when the system
needs servicing, or AdBlue® needs
to be added to the tank in the boot
compartment.
When the system requires servicing,
in addition to the message the
Malfunction Indicator Light
is also displayed. In these cases, as
indicated on the message reported in
figure, contact the Service Network.
Diesel
Diesel
®
When AdBlue needs to be added to
the tank, its messages are displayed
when driving and are repeated
each time the vehicle is started,
accompanied by a single acoustic
signal.
The mileage reported on some
of these messages indicates the
remaining range of AdBlue® which
is continuously updated and made
Dashboard Instruments and Controls
visible at each next start up. This
mileage is the result of an estimated
consumption that depends on the
type of use of the vehicle. Therefore
it is appropriate to refuel as soon as
possible.
When the estimated range of AdBlue®
is less than 2400 km (1500 mi) on the
instrument cluster display an early
warning about AdBlue® level low
appears: it is suggested to refuel
AdBlue® as soon as possible.
When the estimated range is less than
1500 km (932 mi), the
warning
light comes on.
When the mileage displayed reaches
600 km (360 mi), the messages will be
displayed continuously unless other
warnings come up (i.e. safety related
messages).
been turned off, will not restart:
refuel AdBlue® regularly (see chapter
“Adding reducing agent AdBlue®
(Diesel only)” in section “Driving”).
It is important that you follow the
displayed instructions closely otherwise
the engine may not restart after it
stops. A few example messages are
reported in the figure. Messages are
stored in “Stored Messages”.
Diesel
CAUTION!
When the indicated range is less than
1 km (0.6 mi), if the engine is switched
off the car can no longer be started:
in this case we suggest you not to
switch off the engine and to refuel
preventively AdBlue®.
Diesel
Message Concerning the Residual Life
of Engine Oil (Diesel only)
According to the degradation that the
engine oil has reached, according to
the conditions of use of the vehicle,
the instrument cluster can display the
request to carry out the oil change in
advance of the expected Service.
A first warning will indicate to
change the oil as soon as possible
and a second will indicate to do it
immediately. After this last warning, if
the oil is not replaced, in addition to
the warning indicated in the picture,
the Malfunction Indicator Light
will also come on.
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NOTE:
In case of exhaustion of AdBlue®
the vehicle, once the engine has
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Infotainment System
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CAUTION!
• When the warnings on the residual
life of engine oil appear on the
instrument cluster, it is advisable to
go as soon as possible to the Service
Network that will carry out the
necessary checks.
• Prolonged driving with the MIL on
inhibits the regeneration process
with possible DPF clogged.
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The vehicle is equipped with the
infotainment Maserati Touch Control
Plus (MTC+) System, an advanced user
interface which combines innovative
and exclusive technical features
integrating entertainment, user
settings, air conditioning, navigation,
communication and information
features within a single system.
The MTC+ System features an audio
system which is acoustically optimised
for this specific vehicle.
WARNING!
The navigation system assists the
driver while driving, providing advice
and suggestions, by voice guidance
and graphic information, for the best
route to reach the set destination.
The suggestions provided by the
navigation system do not relieve the
driver from full responsibility for the
manoeuvres made through traffic
while driving, or from compliance
with road regulations and other
provisions regarding road traffic. The
person driving the vehicle is always
and in any case responsible for safe
driving on the road.
The vehicle is provided with a specific
add to the owner’s manual, describing
the MTC+ System features and listing
all warnings and precautions, which
are essential for a safe use of the
system. Maserati advises you to read
this add carefully and thoroughly.
The MTC+ display is positioned in
the central part of the dashboard
and the manual controls and devices
for connecting external sources are
positioned on the central console.
Dashboard Instruments and Controls
7
Tune/scroll control.
Manual Controls and Devices
SD, AUX and USB Ports
When an SD card is inserted into its
housing, the MTC+ is able to read it
and select multimedia files (music and
images) from the device.
By using the AUX and USB ports it is
possible to connect external devices
to the MTC+ (see chapter “Interior
features” in section “Understanding
the Vehicle”).
After connecting the device, by using
the MTC+ display soft-keys, knobs on
the central console and controls at
the steering wheel, user can navigate
through the content of the connected
device and set its playing mode.
1
MTC+ touch display.
2
Ports for SD card, AUX and USB
(for further details, refer to
“Interior features” in section
“Understanding the Vehicle”).
“Browse” button
.
3
4
5
“Back” button
“Enter” button.
6
Volume control.
.
Multimedia Navigation Controls on
Central Console
The manual controls located on the
central console are a further interface
for the driver and nearby passenger,
that adds to the MTC+ display softkeys. Using the manual controls, the
MTC+ display will work as a graphic
display of the inputs from the controls.
Volume Control
By working this knob in “Radio” or
“Media” mode, user can adjust the
volume of the radio or audio files,
from minimum to maximum and vice
versa. Turn knob clockwise to increase
the volume, counter-clockwise to
decrease it. The volume status will be
indicated in the top part of the MTC+
display.
4
Tune/Scroll Control
By working this knob in “Radio” or
“Media” mode, user can go through
the radio stations or scroll the tracks
inside connected external devices and
confirm the selection by pressing enter
button.
In any other mode of the MTC+, use
this knob to scroll the list of available
options or to manage the cursor
movement in the lower bar of the
main menus. Then press enter button
to confirm the function or setting
highlighted on MTC+ display.
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Browse button
After selecting a function, using
the tune/scroll knob or soft-keys on
MTC+ display, press this button to
see the detail of the items/options of
the selected function. This button is
also used as short cut to display the
phone book, when the “Phone” menu
is selected, or the favourites when the
“Nav (Navigation)” menu is selected.
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Back button
Press this button to go back to
previous menu or previous screen.
Press this button to shift the
navigation one level backwards on
MTC+ screen. If it is pressed and held
for at least 2 seconds, it brings the
cursor back in the lower bar of the
main menus.
Enter Button
To confirm the function or setting
highlighted on MTC+ display.
When in “Radio” mode and the
ignition switch in RUN position, you
can save your preset stations.
Main Menu Bar on MTC+
Display
The soft keys located on the lower
part of the MTC+ display represent the
main menu modes/functions, which are
briefly indicated below.
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MTC+ with Navigation System
MTC+ without Navigation System
Main menu bar is set up by Maserati:
it can be customised according to
personal requirements, as explained in
“Customising the Main Menu Bar” in
this chapter.
NOTE:
The images may represent a main
menu bar other than the one on your
MTC+.
For further information refer to the
"Maserati Touch Control Plus (MTC+)"
dedicated booklet included in the
owner documentation.
1
“S&S Off” (Start&Stop Off) softkey
Touch this soft-key to disable
the Start&Stop function. The
highlighted soft-key indicates the
disabled status of this function
and vice versa.
2
“Radio” soft-key
Touch this soft-key to enter the
Radio mode. The different tuner
modes: FM, AM, DAB and “Aha”
App (for countries where they
are supported) can be selected by
touching the related soft-keys in
the Radio mode.
3
“Media” soft-key
Touch this soft-key to access
media sources such as: USB Device,
AUX, Bluetooth and SD card as
long as the requested media is
present.
4
(Apps) soft-key
Touch this soft-key to access
connected phone connection
options and user functions
settings.
5
“Climate” soft-key
Dashboard Instruments and Controls
Touch this soft-key to access
the air conditioning settings.
In this screen the following
controls are also available: Heated
Seats, Heated Steering Wheel
and Ventilated Seats. See “Air
Conditioning Controls” in this
section for further details.
6
“Nav” soft-key (if equipped)
Touch this soft-key to access the
Navigation feature. Refer to the
MTC+ instruction manual for
further details.
7
“Phone” soft-key
Touch this soft-key to access the
MTC+ Phone feature that can be
set or monitored via MTC+.
8
“Screen Off” soft-key (default
position only for MTC+ without
navigator).
Touch one of these soft-keys to access
the list of functions that the user can
set.
Touch screen Display Warnings
CAUTION!
• Do NOT attach any object to the
touch screen, doing so can result in
damage to the touch screen.
• Do not press the screen with any
hard or sharp objects (pen, USB stick,
jewelry, etc.) which could scratch the
touch screen surface.
• Do not spray any liquid or caustic
chemicals directly on the screen.
Use a clean and dry micro fiber lens
cleaning cloth in order to clean the
touch screen.
• If necessary, use a lint-free cloth
dampened with a cleaning solution,
such as isopropyl alcohol, or an
isopropyl alcohol and water solution
ratio of 50:50. Be sure to follow the
solvent manufacturer’s precautions
and directions.
Switch OFF Touch screen Backlight
If the screen backlight becomes
annoying when driving, it is possible to
switch it off.
Switch off the screen backlight by
touching “Screen OFF” soft-key in the
“Controls” screen of MTC+ display.
Without ADAS
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With ADAS
Customising the Main Menu
Bar
The soft-keys for the main functions
of the MTC+ system, indicated at the
bottom of the MTC+ display, can
be easily customised to suit user's
requirements, as follows:
• touch
button to open
applications/settings screen;
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• hold depressed and drag the icon
corresponding to the selected
function until it overlaps the one to
be replaced on the bottom bar.
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Once it is set in the menu bar, the
new connection will be immediately
operational.
device (Android or iOS), applications
on the phone that are compatible with
"Android Auto", "Apple CarPlay" or
"Baidu CarLife" (for markets where
it is available) can be projected on
the MTC+; these applications may
require confirmation via pop-up or an
explicit Bluetooth® connection before
starting the projector function. When
the projector function is on, the other
devices connected via Bluetooth® will
be disconnected. "Android Auto"
app needs to be downloaded on the
mobile devices with Android operating
system. "Baidu CarLife" (for markets
where it is available) app needs to be
downloaded on the mobile devices
with Android or iOS operating system.
Use the MTC+ Display as
Projection Device
If your smartphone is properly
connected to the vehicle via the USB
port, on MTC+ screen in place of
"Phone" soft-key and in the source
list of "Media" screen you can find
the "Apple CarPlay" (example shown
in picture), the "Android Auto" or
the "Baidu CarLife" (for markets
where it is available) app soft-key.
With "Baidu CarLife" active the main
"Phone" app will always available in
the
(Apps) screen. Depending on
the operating system of the connected
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"Apple CarPlay" allows the best use
of your iPhone® in the car and perfect
integration with the MTC+ display and
with the controls of the car, including
Siri voice control. You can make phone
calls, access music, send and receive
messages, get real-time directions on
traffic conditions, all while staying
focused on the road.
The “Android Auto” app lets you share
information while driving and make it
easier to access Google. The interface
is equipped with Google Maps with
voice guided navigation, traffic
information in real time, on-demand
access to millions of songs in Google
Play Music. It also offers the possibility
to make phone calls or send and
receive messages without taking your
hands off the steering wheel. You can
also request Google to make any type
of research. Android Auto will give
an easier access to applications and
content from the MTC+ system display.
"Baidu CarLife" (for markets where it
is available) is an application that can
be executed on mobile devices with
Android or iOS operating system. It
uses its own voice command engine,
similar to Siri or Google Voice, and
supports navigation services (Baidu
Maps) and streaming music. All phonerelated features will relay on the main
"Phone" app of the MTC+ system.
NOTE:
For further details on connecting and
using the mobile projector function,
Dashboard Instruments and Controls
refer to the "Maserati Touch Control
Plus (MTC+)" guide.
With the smartphone connected via
USB port, when a session is established
and the mobile device (represented
in Table A) or the MTC+ System
(represented in Table B) is performing
an action, the following tables show
which source is displayed on the
MTC+ screen (indicated with "Screen"
in tables) and which audio source
(indicated with "Audio" in tables) of
projection device
or of MTC+
is displayed or used by the system
in the projector function.
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Table A: device is performing an action
MTC+ System
: Active Mode
Action
Radio
4
Media
No App active
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
Start Media Player
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
+
Start Navigation
Screen:
Audio:
+ Audio priority
Screen:
Audio:
+ Audio priority
Start VR
Phone
Voice Rec.
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
+ Audio priority
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
Start Phone Call
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Navigation
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
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Table B: MTC+ is performing an action
Device
Action
No App active
Media
: Active Mode
Navigation
Phone Call
Voice Rec.
Start Radio
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Main Audio:
+ mix
prompt nav
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
Start Media Player
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Main Audio:
+ Audio priority
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
Start Navigation
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Main
Audio:
+ Audio priority
Start Rear Parking
Camera
Screen:
Audio:
+ Audio priority
Screen:
Audio:
+ Audio priority
Screen:
Audio:
Start Phone Call
Start VR
Screen:
Audio:
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Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
+ Audio priority
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
+ Audio priority
Screen:
Audio:
Cannot start VR
during Call
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
Screen:
Audio:
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Audio Controls
The vehicle is equipped with audio
controls that allow both driver and
front passenger to operate the audio
system. These controls can be used to
adjust audio volume, change radio
station or mode (FM, AM, USB, etc).
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
4
These audio controls are rocker-type
switches with a button in the center
and are located on the rear side of the
steering wheel, right behind the front
switches.
Press any button to display
information on the radio station or
track being listened to inside a pop-up
for 2 seconds on instrument cluster.
The right-hand control manages the
volume.
By pressing the top of the rocker
switch you can increase the volume
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and by pressing the bottom of the
rocker switch you can lower it. Press
the center button to mute the volume.
The left-hand control functions
depend on the current source. To
change source, press the center
button.
When in “Radio” mode, pressing the
top of the switch will “Seek” up for
the previous listenable station and
pressing the bottom of the switch
will “Seek” down for the previous
listenable station.
When an external source is connected
to MTC+, a light press on the top of
the switch will play the next track on
the device connected.
Press the bottom of the switch once
to go to the beginning of the current
track, or to the beginning of the
previous track if it is within one second
after the current track begins to play.
If you press the switch up or down
twice, it plays the second track; three
times, it will play the third one, etc.
Audio Controls on Central
Console
In “Radio” mode, turn the volume
upper knob to set the audio volume,
or turn the tune/scroll bottom knob to
tune station.
For further details, refer to
“Infotainment System” in this section.
When in App/Settings mode, the
tune/scroll bottom knob and the
browse
and enter buttons allow
you to scroll through the menus and
change the user’s settings (see “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”).
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Audio System
dashboard, one on each front door
panel and one on each side wall of
the boot, above the cover level.
• Four 25 mm (1 in) diameter Tweeters:
one at the base of the windshield
side pillars and one on each rear
door.
• One bass box in the boot, under the
front part of the floor.
• 12-channel amplifier positioned in
the wall of the boot left side.
The vehicle is equipped with an audio
system that offers superior sound
quality, higher sound pressure levels
and reduced energy consumption.
The system maximises the amplifier
and speaker technology delivering
substantially higher components and
system efficiency.
Basic System
The basic sound system features 8
speakers and can develop a sound
output of 280 W.
The basic system includes:
• Four 165 mm (6.5 in) diameter
Woofers, one on each door.
• Four 25 mm (1 in) diameter Tweeters,
one at the base of the windshield
side pillars and one on each rear
door.
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Basic System
Premium System
The vehicle can be equipped with
a “Premium” sound system which
features 14 speakers and can develop a
sound output of 900 W.
This system includes:
• Four 160 mm (6.3 in) diameter
Woofers, one on each door.
• Five 80 mm (3.1 in) diameter
Midrange: one on the top of the
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High Premium System
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The vehicle can be equipped with
a “High Premium” audio system
including 17 speakers and 1280 W of
sound power, available upon request.
The “High Premium” system includes:
• Four 165 mm (6.5 in) Woofers: one on
each door.
• Five 100 mm (4 in) Midranges: one on
center dashboard, one on each front
door and one on each side wall of
the boot, above the cover level.
• Seven 25 mm (1 in) Tweeters: one on
center dashboard, one at the base
of the windshield side pillars, one
on each rear door and one on each
side wall of the boot, above the cover
level.
• One bass box in the boot, under the
front part of the floor.
• 16-channel amplifier positioned in
the wall of the boot left side.
High Premium System
The “High Premium” sound system
is supplied with a 12-channel highefficiency amplifier and is operated by
a high-voltage tracking power supply
and drives a 7.5-channel playback
architecture. This audio system
offers the ability to choose Logic 7®
surround-sound for any audio source.
The high-efficiency speaker design
ensures higher Sound Pressure Level
(SPL) and exceptional dynamic sound
quality.
The speakers are tuned for maximum
efficiency and compatible with the
amplifier output stage ensuring best
updated surround sound processing.
Logic 7® multichannel surround sound
technology delivers an immersive,
accurate sound stage throughout the
passenger compartment.
This surround effect is available from
any audio source - AM/FM/Satellite
Radio or AUX and USB input; and is
activated through the MTC+ System
controls (see “MTC+ Settings” in this
section). By selecting “Surround
Sound”, you can activate the
Logic 7® multichannel surroundsound technology in your vehicle.
All information on the current
operational mode can be found in the
specific booklet visible on the MTC+
screen.
When in “Surround Sound” mode,
balance is set automatically. Fader
control is available in surround
mode but it should be set to the
center position for optimal surround
performance.
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MTC+ “Controls” Screen
Touch the “Controls” soft-key on the
lower part of the MTC+ display to turn
on/off some on-board devices and turn
on/off and adjust some driver assist
systems (ADAS).
Once you enter the “Controls” screen,
using the touch soft-keys or turn the
tune/scroll knob to scroll and change
settings of the features and press the
enter upper button to confirm the
selection.
Some of these devices or systems are
optional or for a specific model/version
and may not be available on your
vehicle.
The “Controls” screen is specific to
the vehicles that are not equipped
with driver assistance systems (Without
ADAS) and for those that have them
(With ADAS).
With ADAS
Some features can be set only on or
off touching the corresponding softkey which will be highlighted with the
blue outline.
Other features can have one or
more instruction/setting pages
that are accessed by touching the
corresponding soft-key (example:
"Privacy Lock").
The ADAS features have two soft-keys:
the first changes the current setting on
or off, the second on the side shows
the current setting.
Touching this last soft-key you enter
the setting page in which all feature
options are visible and adjustable.
NOTE:
• For further details refer also to
the “Maserati Touch Control Plus
(MTC+)” guide.
• All settings must be edited with
ignition device set to RUN position.
• Some of the Customer programmable
features are optional or for a specific
model/version and may not be
available on your vehicle.
• Only one touch screen area/soft-key
may be selected at a time.
• Menu navigation indications refer
to the use of soft-keys on MTC+
display: the same operations can be
performed using the manual controls
on central console.
Features Common to All
Configurations
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• Privacy Lock
The two modes of this feature allows
you to enter a 4-digit PIN code to
lock and unlock the glove box in the
passenger side of the dashboard and,
choosing “Valet Mode”, to lock your
settings for listening and guidance.
See "Dashboard Compartments" in
this section for further details
• Start & Stop Off
This feature allows you to disable the
Start & Stop when frequent stops and
restarts of the engine may become
annoying.
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See "Automatic Start&Stop System"
in section "Driving" for further
details.
• Auto High Beam Assist
By selecting this feature, when the
forward digital camera detect a
vehicle that precedes in the direction
of travel or in the opposite direction,
adjust the high beam in an automatic
way not to dazzle.
See "Lights" in section
"Understanding the Vehicle" for
further details.
• Screen OFF
This feature allows you to switch
off the MTC+ screen backlight if it
becomes annoying when driving.
See "Infotainment System" in this
section for further details.
• Settings
Touch this soft-key you enter the
“Settings” page that displays all user
- customizable features: see “MTC+
Settings” in this section.
Features Specific for Vehicle
without ADAS
• Blind Spot Assist
Activating this feature the BSA and
RCP systems assist the driver when
changing lanes, overtaking and when
parking, by detecting the arrival of
other vehicles from a side or rear
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blind spot. When this happens, a
light signal appears in the external
rear-view mirror.
When the Blind Spot Assist (BSA) is
selected, feature can be set to “Off”,
“Lights” or “Lights + Chime” (default
mode). When this feature is activated
in “Lights” mode, the system will
only show a warning light in the
outside mirrors.
When “Lights + Chime” mode is
activated, the system will show a
warning light in the outside mirrors
as well as give an audible alert when
the turn signal is on. When “Off” is
selected, the system is deactivated.
For description of this system, see
chapter “Blind Spot Assist - BSA” in
section “Driving”.
Touching this soft-key the set page
of LKA system will be displayed (see
picture).
Driver warnings can be only “Visual”
or “Visual & Haptic” (default mode).
System response can be set to
“Early”, “Medium” (default mode)
and “Late”.
System reaction force can be set to
“Low”, “Medium” (default mode)
and “High”.
See “Lane Keeping Assist - LKA” in
section “Driving” for more details.
Features Specific for Vehicles
with ADAS
• Lane Keeping Assist
Activating this feature the LKA
system will attempt to keep the
vehicle in lane and can apply direct
input to electric power steering
system to change direction of vehicle.
The current system setting is shown
in blue on the right side of the LKA
soft-key.
• Active Blind Spot Assist
Activating this feature the system
will try to prevent collision between
host vehicle and potential blind spot
collision hazard. System applies direct
input to electric power steering
system to change direction of vehicle
to avoid collision.
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The current system setting is shown
in blue on the right side of the ABSA
soft-key. Touching this soft-key the
set page of ABSA system will be
displayed (see picture).
Driver warnings can be only “Visual”,
“Visual & Acoustic” (default mode) or
“Visual & Haptic”.
System response can be set to
“Early”, “Medium” (default mode)
and “Late”.
System reaction force can be set to
“Low”, “Medium” (default mode)
and “High”.
See “Active Blind Spot Assist - ABSA”
in section “Driving” for more details.
• Forward Collision Warning (with
active braking)
The FCW feature primary use the
front radar and the forward looking
camera for sensing vehicle and
pedestrian (if the car is equipped
with Pedestrian Emergency Braking
- PEB function) ahead, provide
warnings to the driver and may
perform brakings and brake jerks (if
set).
The current system setting is shown
in blue on the right side of the FCW
soft-key.
Touching this soft-key the set page
of FCW system will be displayed (see
picture).
FCW is always active: it is possible to
set the sensitivity and the aid of the
active braking.
FCW sensitivity can be set to “Near”,
to “Medium” or to “Far”.
The default status of FCW is the
“Medium” setting. Setting it to “Far”
means the system will warn you of
a possible collision with the vehicle
or pedestrian (if the car is equipped
with Pedestrian Emergency Braking PEB function) in front of you when
you are farther away. This gives
you the best reaction time, though
could lead to some more unwanted
warnings.
“Medium” gives instead a little less
time for reacting compared to “Far”,
but at the same time should lead to
less not desired warning.
To change the setting for more
dynamic driving, select the “Near”
setting. This warns you of a possible
collision when you are much closer to
the vehicle or pedestrian (if the car is
equipped with Pedestrian Emergency
Braking - PEB function) in front of
you.
FCW with active braking can be set to
“On” or “Off”.
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• Surround View Camera
Activating this feature the system
uses four cameras to monitor the
area around the vehicle when
transmission lever is shifted to P
(Park), N (Neutral) or D (Drive)
position.
When activation occurs by touching
the “Surround Camera” soft-key in
the “Controls” screen or moving the
shift lever in R (Reverse) position, the
initial view will be the default view
(associated with current gear state).
Image will be displayed with active
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guidelines while in that gear as long
as vehicle speed remains lower than
12 km/h (8 mph).
When vehicle is shifted into a
different gear, the image will remain
displayed for 10 seconds, or vehicle
is shifted in P (Park), or until vehicle
speed exceeds 12 km/h (8 mph), at
which point it will immediately cancel
and return to the last-viewed screen.
The feature can be set to “On” or
“Off”. See “Surround View Camera
System” in section “Understanding
the Vehicle” for further details.
• Traffic Sign Assist
Activating this feature the forwardfacing digital camera, with the aid
of maps on the navigation system, is
able to detect signs (no overtaking,
etc.) and speed limits. Those are
displayed by the TSA system on the
instrument cluster display together
with a possible alert when the vehicle
exceeds the speed limit.
See “Traffic Sign Assist - TSA” in
section “Driving” for further details.
MTC+ Settings
Customer Programmable
Features
The MTC+ System uses a combination
of keys able to access and change the
customer programmable features
present in the “Settings” and
“Controls” page (see also “MTC+
“Controls” Screen” in this section).
Access programmable features
touching “Settings” soft-key in the
“Controls” screen page, or using
manual controls on central console
(refer to “Infotainment System” in this
section).
Turn the tune/scroll knob to scroll
through menus and change settings on
MTC+ display, press the enter upper
button to confirm the selection.
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With ADAS
NOTE:
• All settings must be edited with
ignition device set to RUN position.
• Some of the Customer programmable
features are optional or for a specific
model/version and may not be
available on your vehicle.
• Only one touch screen area/soft-key
may be selected at a time.
• Menu navigation indications refer
to the use of soft-keys on MTC+
display: the same operations can be
performed using the manual controls
on central console.
To display the programmable
features menu on MTC+, you can
also touch
soft-key to view all
available applications and then select
“Settings”.
In this mode the MTC+ System
allows you to access the following
programmable features (some of
them are optional or for a specific
model/version and may not be
available on your vehicle): Display,
Units, Voice Commands, Clock, Safety
& Driving Assistant, Lights, Doors &
Locks, Auto-On Comfort & Remote
Start, Engine Off Options, Suspension,
Audio, Phone/Bluetooth, Radio Setup,
Restore Settings and Clear Personal
Data.
To make a selection, and enter
the desired function, touch the
corresponding soft-key on the menu
(the picture shown is “Engine Off
Options”).
To scroll through the functions, move
the cursor up or down, or touch the
arrow
or
. Once the desired
mode is entered, press and release the
touch screen area of the setting that
you wish to modify. The new setting
will be highlighted with one or more
boxes to indicate status or possible
variants of the function status. A check
mark in a box indicates the current
status of the function. Touch the check
mark to cancel, or the empty box to
insert the check mark, and change the
status of the function.
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Once the procedure is completed (for
example, Display mode) touch the
back arrow soft-key to return to the
previous menu or touch the upper
right “X” soft-key, to close the settings
screen. Touching the
or
soft
keys and the cursor on the right side of
the screen will allow you to scroll up or
down through the available settings.
After pressing the “Display” soft-key
the following mode settings will be
available.
• Display Mode
When in this display you can select
one of the auto display settings.
To change mode status, checkmark
"Night", “Day” or “Auto”.
• Display Brightness with Headlights
On (Night)
When in this display, you can select
the brightness with the headlights
on. Adjust the brightness from level
0 to 10 with the “+” and “–” setting
soft-keys or by selecting any point on
the scale between the “+” and “–”
soft-keys.
• Display Brightness with Headlights
Off (Day)
When in this display, you can select
the brightness with the headlights
off. Adjust the brightness as
previously explained for "Night"
setting.
• Set Language
When in this display, you can
select one language for all display
descriptions, including the trip
functions and the navigation
system (if equipped). The available
languages are specific to the target
markets.
• Touchscreen Beep
When in this display, you can turn
on or shut off the sound activated by
pressure of a touchscreen soft-key.
• Controls Screen Time-Out
When this mode is selected, the
“Controls” screen will remain
displayed for 5 seconds. If this mode
is not selected, the screen will remain
displayed until closed manually.
• Nav Next Turn Pop-ups in Cluster
By selecting this feature, the
next turn direction will appear
on the instrument cluster along a
programmed route until the desired
destination is reached (see picture).
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• AutoShow Smartphone Display Upon
Connection
This feature allows to use the MTC+
display as a projection device
connected via USB port in order
to browse the Apple CarPlay and
Android Auto apps. By setting this
feature, automatic switch from
native screen to projection device will
happen every time you connect your
smartphone. For further details refer
to the “Maserati Touch Control Plus
(MTC+)” guide.
Units
After pressing the “Units” and then
“Custom” soft-key on the touchscreen
you may select between “Metric” and
“U.S.” units of measure. Each unit
of measure can be independently
displayed in the TFT Display and in the
navigation system (if equipped). The
following selectable units of measure
are listed below:
• Distance unit:
select from: “km” or “mi”.
• Speed unit:
select from: “km/h” or “MPH”.
• Consumption unit:
select from: “L/100km”, “km/L”,
“MPG (UK)” and “MPG (US)”.
• Capacity unit:
select from: “L”, “gal (UK)” or “gal
(US)”.
• Pressure unit:
select from: “kPa”, “bar” or “psi”.
• Temperature unit:
select from: “°C” or “°F”.
• Power unit:
select from: “kW”, “hp (UK)” or “hp
(US)”.
• Torque unit:
select from: “Nm” or “lb-ft”.
When this feature is selected, it is
possible to select options during a
voice control session. Options for
available controls are: “Always”,
“w/Help” or “Never”.
Clock
Time is always visible on the
dashboard analog clock (see “Analog
Clock” in this section) and in digital
format on the instrument cluster and
on the MTC+ display.
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Voice Commands
After pressing “Voice” soft-key the
following modes will be available.
• Voice Response Length
When in this display, you can change
the voice response length settings.
To change the voice response length,
touch the “Brief” or “Detailed” softkey.
• Show Command List
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With this feature it is possible to view
and set the following modes.
• Sync Time with GPS
Time is normally automatically
synchronised with the radio signal.
It is also possible to set automatic
synchronisation mode using GPS
signal instead.
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• Set Time Hours
With “Sync Time with GPS” feature
unchecked and this mode selected,
you can set the hours manually from
1 to 24. To select, touch the “+” or
“–” soft-keys to adjust the hours.
• Set Time Minutes
With “Sync Time with GPS” feature
unchecked and this mode selected,
you can set the minutes manually
from 0 to 59. To select, touch the
“+” or “–” soft-keys as done for the
hours.
• Time Format
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When in this mode, you can select
the time format display. To change
the current setting, touch and release
the “12 Hrs” or “24 Hrs” soft-key.
• Show Time In Status Bar
This feature will allow you to turn
on or shut off the digital clock in the
status bar (main menu bar).
• Set Date in Cluster
When in this mode, you can set the
date manually in the main menu bar
of the MTC+ and on the instrument
cluster display. Touch the “+” or “” soft-keys to adjust day, month and
year.
Safety & Driving Assistant
Touch this soft-key to set the following
modes.
• ParkSense (Park Assist)
The park assist system will scan for
objects behind and in front of the
vehicle when the transmission shift
lever is in R (Reverse) and the vehicle
speed is less than 12 km/h (7.5 mph).
The system can be enabled with
“Sound” only, “Sound+Display”,
or turned “Off”. See “Park Assist
(optional)” in section “Before
Starting” for further information.
• Front Sensors Active in Drive
If this feature is active, when driver
takes shift lever from P (Park) or N
(Neutral) to D (Drive), front parking
sensors are activated. If this feature
is not active, when driver takes shift
lever from P (Park) or N (Neutral) to D
(Drive), front parking sensors are NOT
activated.
• Front ParkSense Volume
When this feature is selected,
the chime volume of front park
assist sensors can be set to “Low”,
“Medium” or “High” level.
“Medium” is the default setting.
The system will retain its last known
configuration state through ignition
cycles.
• Rear ParkSense Volume
When this feature is selected,
the chime volume of rear park
assist sensors can be set to “Low”,
“Medium” or “High” level.
“Medium” is the default setting.
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The system will retain its last known
configuration state through ignition
cycles.
• Tilt Side Mirrors In Reverse
By selecting this feature the outside
side-view mirrors will tilt downward
when the ignition is in RUN position
and the transmission shift lever is in
R (Reverse) position. The mirrors will
move back to their previous position
when the transmission is shifted out
of R (Reverse). The feature can be set
to “On” or “Off”.
• Auto Folding Side Mirrors
By selecting this feature the rear-view
mirrors automatically fold when
the vehicle is locked by the key fob
and when the power liftgate (if
equipped) is closed and locked by
pressing the
button on the outer
ledge of the left boot compartment
lining. When the vehicle and the
liftgate will be unlocked, the rearview mirrors will automatically open
in the position they had before the
lock.
If the mirrors were manually folded
by the switch on the driver's door
panel, before a lock action, they
will need to be manually unfold to
reactivate the automatic behave.
• ParkView Backup Camera Delay
By selecting this feature, when
the shift lever is moved out of R
(Reverse), the rear view image with
dynamic grid lines will be displayed
for up to 10 seconds after shifting
unless the forward vehicle speed
exceeds 12 km/h (8 mph), or the
transmission is shifted into P (Park) or
the ignition device is switched to the
OFF position. The feature can be set
to “On” or “Off”.
• Rain Sensing Auto Wipers
By selecting this feature, the system
will automatically activate the
windshield wipers if the rain sensor
senses moisture on the windshield.
The feature can be set to “On” or
“Off”.
• Hill Start Assist
This feature allows you to disable the
HSA system. The feature can be set
to “On” or “Off”. See “Brake and
Stability Control System” in section
“Driving” for further details.
Lights
Press the “Lights” soft-key to set the
following modes.
• Headlight Off Delay
By selecting this feature, the driver
can choose to have the headlight off
or lit for 30, 60, or 90 seconds when
the engine is shut off. To change the
current headlight off delay status,
touch and release the “0”, “30”, “60”
or “90” soft-key to select the desired
time range.
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• Headlights while Opening
By selecting this feature, the driver
can choose to have the headlight off
or lit for 30, 60, or 90 seconds when
the doors are unlocked with the key
fob RKE transmitter.
• Headlights with Wipers
By selecting this feature, while
the headlight lever is in “AUTO”
position, the headlight will turn on
approximately 10 seconds after the
wipers are activated. The headlight
will also turn off when the wipers
deactivate if they were activated in
the current mode. The feature can be
set to “On” or “Off”.
• High Beams Auto Dim
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By selecting this feature, the high
beam headlight will deactivate
automatically under certain
conditions. See “Lights” in section
“Understanding the Vehicle” for
further information.
• Headlight Dip (right/left-hand drive)
By selecting this feature, the
headlights will change their light
distribution when a left-hand-drive
vehicle enter a Country with righthand-drive system and vice versa. The
feature can be set to “On” or “Off”.
• Adaptive Front Light
By selecting this feature, the
headlights rotate following the
steering wheel direction change and
change their flux distribution at high
speeds, when the vehicle enters an
town area and when it's raining.
The feature can be set to “On”
or “Off”. See “Lights” in section
“Understanding the Vehicle” for
further details.
Doors & Locks
Press the “Doors & Locks” soft-key to
set the following modes.
• Auto Door Locks
When this feature is selected, all
doors will automatically lock when
the vehicle is in motion. The feature
can be set to “On” or “Off”.
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• Auto Unlock on Exit
By selecting this feature, all doors will
unlock when the vehicle is stopped,
the transmission is in P (Park) or N
(Neutral) position and the driver's
door is open. The feature can be set
to “On” or “Off”.
• Flash Lights with Lock
By selecting this feature, the
headlights will flash when the doors
are locked or unlocked with the key
fob RKE transmitter or when using
the Passive Entry feature. The feature
can be set to “On” or “Off”.
• Sound Horn with Lock (where
available)
When this feature is selected, the
horn will sound when the doors
are locked with the key fob RKE
transmitter. You can choose from the
following options: “Off” (no sound),
“1st Press” (sound on the first press
of the
button) and “2nd Press”
(sound on the second press of the
button).
• Sound Horn with Remote Start
When this feature is selected, the
horn will sound when you use the
key fob RKE transmitter to start the
engine. The feature can be set to
“On” or “Off”. See “Remote Start
System” in section “Before Starting”
for further details.
• Remote Unlock Sequence
By selecting this feature you may
set up only the driver's door or all
doors mode will unlock on the first
press of the key fob RKE transmitter
button. When “Driver Door” is
selected, you must press the key fob
RKE transmitter
button twice to
unlock also the passenger's doors.
When unlocking “All Doors” by first
press selection mode, all doors will
unlock on the first press of the key
fob RKE transmitter
button.
If driver door first is selected, once
the driver door is opened, the
interior door lock/unlock switch can
be used to unlock all doors (or use
key fob RKE transmitter).
If the vehicle is programmed on “1st
Press of Key Fob Unlocks”:
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- all doors will unlock no matter
which “Passive Entry” equipped
door handle is grasped;
- only the driver’s door will unlock
when the driver’s door is grasped;
- with “Passive Entry”, touching the
handle more than once will only
result in the driver’s door opening.
• Passive Entry
This feature allows you to lock and
unlock the vehicle door(s) without
having to push the key fob RKE
transmitter
or
buttons. By
selecting this feature, “Passive Entry”
may be set to “On” or “Off”.
The default status is “On”. With
“Passive Entry” deactivated, also the
“Pre-Short Drop” function is disabled
(for further information, refer to
“Bodywork Maintenance and Care”
in section “Maintenance and Care”).
• Personal Settings Linked to Key Fob
This selected mode enables to
combine the key fob to personal
driver’s position settings. These
settings will be implemented when
pressing the
button on the key
fob RKE transmitter with ignition
device in RUN position.
• Hands Free Power Liftgate
To prevent the accidental opening
of the power liftgate/Hand free
(optional) with the movement of
the foot, it is possible to disable the
“Hand Free” function. The feature
can be set to “On” or “Off”. This
operation is recommended when you
have to wash the car (for further
information, refer to “Open and
Close the Liftgate” in section “Before
Starting”).
Auto-On Comfort & Remote
Start
• Auto-on Driver Heated/Vented Seat
& Steering
This feature allows to activate the
comfort of the driving seat when
starting the engine.
If equipped, the driver’s
heated/vented seat and/or heated
steering wheel will automatically
activate by temperatures below 4°C
(40°F). When temperatures are above
26°C (80°F) the driver vented seat will
turn on.
• Remote Start
If the vehicle is equipped with the
remote start system, you can choose
from the following options: “Off”,
“Remote Start” (activation of this
function when you use the key fob
RKE transmitter to start the engine)
and “All Starts” (activation of this
function when you start the engine
in all modes).
Engine Off Options
This feature allows you to set some
functions after turning off the engine.
• Seat Easy Access
When this feature is selected, the
driver's seat will automatically move
rearward once the engine is shut
off for easy exit of the vehicle. The
feature can be set to “On” or “Off”.
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• Power Off Delay (Power duration
after engine shutdown)
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By selecting this feature, the power
window switches, radio, MTC+ Phone
System, power sunroof (if equipped),
and power outlets will remain active
for up to 10 minutes after turning off
the engine.
Opening of one front doors will
cancel this feature.
The switch-off delay can be cancelled
(0 seconds) you can choose from 45
seconds, 5 minutes or 10 minutes.
• Headlight Off Delay
By selecting this feature the
headlight will stay lit for up to 90
seconds after turning off the engine.
The switch-off delay can be cancelled
(0 seconds) or reduced to 60 or 30
seconds.
• Auto Entry/Exit Suspension
Select this mode to automatically
lower vehicle to minimum ground
clearance when driver takes
transmission to P (Park) to help entry
into and exit from the vehicle and
unloading of cargo from the boot
compartment. The feature can be set
to “On” or “Off”.
Suspension
This feature allows displaying and
setting the following modes of the
pneumatic suspension system.
• Auto Entry/Exit Suspension
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Select this mode to automatically
lower vehicle to minimum ground
clearance when driver takes
transmission to P (Park) to help entry
into and exit from the vehicle and
unloading of cargo from the boot
compartment. The feature can be set
to “On” or “Off”.
• Warning/Suspension Warning
Messages Only
Select this mode to choose whether
to display only warnings (option
“On”). The feature can be set to
“On” or “Off”.
• Tire Change Mode/Stationary Auto
Leveling
Select this mode to disable the
pneumatic suspension to avoid
automatic levelling, when vehicle
must be lifted for changing a wheel
or tire. The feature can be set to
“On” or “Off”.
• Transport To Mode
Select this mode to lower the
pneumatic suspension to minimum
ride height and disable system
operation to help vehicle loading
and transport, for instance on the
platform of a tow truck. The feature
can be set to “On” or “Off”.
• Wheel Alignment Mode
Select this mode to prevent
automatic pneumatic suspension
alignment when servicing suspension
and/or steering parts. The feature can
be set to “On” or “Off”.
Audio
This feature enables to view and set
the available audio modes depending
on the type of audio system supplied
on the car.
The following modes refer to the
“High Premium” audio system.
• Balance/Fade
Use this screen to adjust the balance
and fade settings. Touch and drag
the speaker icon, use the arrows to
adjust, or tap the “C” icon to readjust
to the centre.
• Equalizer
Use this screen is used to adjust the
“Bass”, “Mid” and “Treb” settings.
Adjust the settings with the “+” and
“–” setting soft-keys or scroll and
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touch the slider in any point on the
scale between the “+” and “–” softkeys.
This feature provides simulated
surround sound mode. Available
settings: “On” and “Off”.
Phone/Bluetooth
• Speed Adjusted Volume
This feature increases or decreases
volume combined to vehicle speed.
To change the speed adjusted volume
touch the “Off”, “1”, “2” or “3” softkey.
• Clari-Fi
This function improves the audio
quality by enhancing digitally
compressed source files such as MP3
and AAC files and certain music
tracks played by radio stations. In
case of high-definition source files
like the ones on a CD, Clari-Fi shall
apply no enhancement. Clari-Fi
intervention is completely automatic.
The feature can be set “On” or “Off”.
• Auto Play
When a portable device is connected
via USB port to MTC+ system, it plays
automatically the songs if this feature
is set to "On".
Press this soft-key to select and
connect phones and audio sources.
• Do Not Disturb
Settings available for this feature:
- Auto Reply
To change the mode status, touch
the “Text”, “Call” or “Both” softkey.
- Auto Reply Message
To change the mode status, touch
the “Custom” or “Default” soft-key.
- Customise Auto Reply Message
This feature allows you to customise
the “Auto Reply Message”. Text
messages are limited to 160
characters (key pad is not available
while vehicle is it motion).
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• Paired Phones
By selecting this feature you will be
notified which phones are combined
to the Phone/Bluetooth system.
For each option, you can also add
one or more devices and change the
PIN code of the device you wish to
connect. For further information,
see the "Maserati Touch Control Plus
(MTC+)" guide.
• Paired Audio Sources
By selecting this feature you will
be notified which audio source are
combined to the Phone/Bluetooth
system.
For each option, you can also add
a device and change the PIN code
of the device you wish to connect.
For further information, see the
"Maserati Touch Control Plus
(MTC+)" guide.
• Phone Pop-ups Displayed in Cluster
When this mode is selected a popup message will appear in case of
incoming call. Information associated
to call in progress are available by
entering to the “Audio” menu using
the buttons on the steering wheel RH
side.
• Phone Connection Mode
This feature allows you to change
the phone connection mode from
“Settings” menu or from the phone
settings menu.
Selecting this feature accesses the
page where the current connection
mode is selected. The mode list
is configured according to the
connected projection device.
To activate a new connection mode
(example: "Charge Only") a pop-up
invites the user to disconnect and
reconnect the device cable to the USB
port and confirm the action.
NOTE:
On the Maserati website, at
www.maserati.com, or through the
Maserati Service Network you may
consult the list of telephones that are
compatible with the "Maserati Touch
Control Plus (MTC+)", and their level
of compatibility.
Radio Setup
Press the “Radio Setup” soft-key to set
some listening options.
• FM
By Selecting the FM type of
frequency you may listen to traffic
announcement, alternative frequency
information or tune to the regional
mode.
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• DAB (if supported)
Digital radio extends the selection
of stations, adding also numerous
specialty channels.
By selecting the DAB type of
frequency you may listen to
connection type announcements and
announcement categories.
By selecting DAB Announcements
Categories (if supported) are
displayed additional Categories such
as: alarm, traffic announcement, etc...
All these items can be set to “On” or
“Off”.
Restore Settings
and will also remove from system
memory Bluetooth devices and presets.
To remove personal information, select
this feature and a pop-up will appear
asking confirmation to delete all
personal data. Select “OK” to clear,
or “Cancel” to exit. Once the data
have been cleared, a pop up appears
confirming that personal data have
been cleared and then the MTC+ will
restart.
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When this feature is selected, it will
reset the “Display”, “Clock”, “Audio”,
and “Radio Settings” to their default
settings.
Run this feature and a pop-up will
appear asking user to confirm default
settings resetting. Select “Yes” to
restore, or “Cancel” to exit. Once the
settings are restored, a pop-up appears
confirming that settings have been
reset to default and then the MTC+
will restart.
Clear Personal Data
When this feature is selected, it will
remove personal data concerning
settings and/or options that have been
modified compared to factory settings
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Dashboard Compartment
section “Understanding the Vehicle”
for further details).
There is a glove box compartment on
the passenger side of the dashboard to
store small items or documents.
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WARNING!
Do not operate the vehicle with the
lid of glove box or compartment in the
open position. Store objects or devices
in dashboard compartment or in any
other vehicle compartments, to ensure
they will not move during the trip and
prevent them from hitting any person
on board.
In the compartment there is a location
to hold the Owner’s documentation.
Inside the door there are
compartments for storing glasses and
small items.
CAUTION!
Do not place objects weighing
over 10 kg (22 lb) in the glove box
compartment.
To open the glove box, pull the handle
as shown in the picture.
The compartment is illuminated by a
courtesy light when open (the light
will automatically switch off when the
compartment is closed).
Under the courtesy light there are two
USB inputs for charging the connected
source (see “Interior Features” in
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Privacy Lock Features
The glove box is equipped with an
opening/closing electric actuator that
can be locked and unlocked via the
"Privacy Lock" menu of the MTC+, by
entering a 4-digit PIN code. When you
have to leave the vehicle to another
driver (for example, to park it), the
"Valet Mode" feature is available
in the same menu. This feature, in
addition to the glove box, allows you
to lock your settings for listening and
guidance. It is important to memorise
and take note of the PIN since if it is
lost, you must contact the Maserati
Service Network that will reset this
feature.
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NOTE:
• “Glove Box Mode” and “Valet Mode”
can not be activated at the same
time.
• “Glove Box Mode” and “Valet Mode”
lock features must be activated when
the glove box is already closed. If you
activated one of these lock features
when the glove box is opened, the
glove box will not close properly and
will not lock
Activation Procedure
• Open “Controls” screen and touch
“Privacy Lock” soft-key.
With ADAS
• Checkmarked one of the two
features (the figures shows "Glove
Box Mode" feature only) and touch
the soft-key to activate the feature.
NOTE:
• If you do not enter all PIN digits, a
prompt will indicate that you should
do so.
• In case of incoming call while
entering the PIN, the MTC+ system
will temporarily stop the release
function. As soon as the call is over,
the keypad screen will be displayed
again so that you can enter the PIN.
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• When the next page shown in figure
appears, touch “OK”.
Without ADAS
• Using the keypad, enter the four
digits of the PIN and touch “OK”. The
system prompts you re-enter the PIN
code to confirm it.
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Glove box is now locked and the MTC+
will go back to “Controls” page. In
this condition, the system operation
is reduced and only “Climate”,
“Controls” and “Settings” features are
active.
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Deactivation Procedure
To unlock the glove box which it was
locked with PIN code, touch “Controls”
soft-key on the status bar and then
“Privacy Lock” soft-key to enter this
page.
• Touch the soft-key to deactivate the
feature (the figure shows "Glove Box
Mode" feature only).
Unlock glove box by entering the lock
code as previously specified.
Glove Box Manual Unlock
If battery is flat, it is necessary to
manually work the actuator on the LH
side of the glove box to unlock the
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glove box that has been locked using
the PIN code.
• Proceed carefully and start with
the central part, indicated by the
arrows in the figure, and remove the
dashboard moulding beneath and on
the sides of the climate control panel.
This moulding is fastened by means
of 10 pins (indicated in the figure)
press-fitted onto clips present in
dashboard structure.
• After removing the moulding, take
the screwdriver from the tool kit
under boot mat (see “Tool kit” in
section “In an Emergency”).
• Insert screwdriver tip inside the hole
on LH side of glove box structure:
push until home against actuator pin.
• Push down screwdriver tip to release
actuator pin and manually unlock the
glove box. The actuator will remain
in this condition until battery feed is
restored.
Inner Section
• Reinstall the moulding ensuring
that pins match with the clips of
dashboard structure.
• Press on the moulding, always
starting from the central part until all
10 pins are engaged in their clips and
“click” in place.
After releasing the glove box by means
of this procedure, do not lock glove
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box using the PIN code and contact
the Maserati Service Network to have
unlock feature via PIN code checked.
Analog Clock
Air Conditioning Controls
To adjust the analog clock located on
the center of the dashboard between
the air outlets, use the MTC+ System
(see “MTC+ Settings” in this section).
The vehicle is equipped with an
automatic dual-zone air conditioning
system that allows to adjust separately
the temperature and the airflow
distribution in the left and in the right
zone of the passenger compartment,
according to the requests of the driver
and the front passenger.
A humidity sensor, positioned on the
inner surface of the windshield, over
the rear view mirror, allows the A/C
system to prevent/eliminate fogging of
the windshield and side windows.
The best efficacy in preventing
fogging is obtained by selecting the
“AUTO” function, described later.
A dual zone solar sensor helps to
achieve the best comfort in presence
of solar radiation.
Upon request, the vehicle can
be equipped with an additional
automatic dual-zone air conditioning
system installed in the central console,
between the front seats.
The additional dual-zone module, can
be operated by the rear passengers
(see “Four-zone Climate Control
(optional)” in this chapter), by means
of the control panel at the end of
central console, but also by the front
The time can be displayed also on
the MTC+ main menu bar and on the
instrument cluster display (see “MTC+
Settings” in this section).
Clock lighting works in the same
way as instrument and controls
backlighting (refer to “Lights” in
section “Understanding the Vehicle”).
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passengers using the soft-keys on
MTC+ display.
display together with the active front
seats and steering wheel comfort
functions.
Dual Zone Climate Controls
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This system can be operated by using
the controls of the climate control
panel on the dashboard, or the
soft-keys on the MTC+ display when
“Climate” mode is selected.
Once entered in the "Climate" screen,
it is possible use the lower rotary
knob on the central console to scroll
through the soft-key of each function:
the cursor will appear in grey outline
on the first available function. Press
"Enter" button to enter the selected
function and to adjust it. Once you
have entered a function, press "Back"
button to exit the function and to
return the "Climate" main screen (see
"Infotainment System" in this section
for further details).
In the "Climate" screen of the MTC+,
the front seats and steering wheel
comfort setting soft-keys may be
present (optional equipments). The
“OFF” state of the front seats comfort
setting is shown on their soft-key.
Description of Controls
All described functions can be set and
modified using the climate control
panel or the MTC+ display.
Front seats and steering wheel comfort
setting soft-keys are present even
when the A/C is off (see "Front Seats"
and/or "Steering Wheel Adjustment"
in section "Understanding the Vehicle"
for further details).
When the MTC+ System is in any
mode other than “Climate” (“Radio”,
“Media”, “Controls”, etc.) the settings
of driver and passenger temperature
and air flow distribution will be
indicated on the upper part of the
Press any of controls on the climate
control panel to display “Climate”
screen.
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To adjust driver and passenger side
temperature and fan speed, climate
control panel features rocker switches
that can be pushed up to increase
temperature/speed, or down to
decrease them. When MTC+ is in any
mode other than “Climate”, pressing
an air distribution or blower hard
control on the climate control panel
a small pop-up will appear for three
seconds above the “Climate” icon on
the main bar.
1. Climate control on/off
Once you enter the screen “Climate”,
touch the soft-key indicated in picture
to switch the climate control on/off.
Provides the driver with independent
temperature control. Touch the blue
soft-key for cooler temperature.
The “OFF” soft-key will appear in
place of “ON” when the A/C is on.
If the A/C system has been turned
off, temperature values in the upper
status bar will be obscured in all MTC+
modes.
NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with Remote
Start, the Air Conditioning System
will not function during Remote Start
operation if the climate control is left
in “OFF”.
2. A/C
Touch the "A/C" soft-key to change
the current air conditioning setting;
the soft-key illuminates when the
A/C is on. Operating this function will
cause the automatic feature to switch
into manual mode and the “AUTO”
LED on the button and MTC+ soft-key
will turn off.
3. Driver temperature control
Touch the red
soft-key for warmer
temperature. The driver's temperature
setting will be displayed on the MTC+
between the soft-key
and
. The
temperature can also be adjusted by
touching and sliding the bar towards
soft-key
, to increase temperature,
or towards soft-keys
to decrease it.
During this phase, a small pop-up on
the side will show the corresponding
temperature.
You can increase or decrease the
temperature using the rocker switch
on the climate control panel.
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NOTE:
In “SYNC” mode, this control will also
automatically and simultaneously
adjust the passenger temperature.
4. Passenger temperature control
Provides the passenger with
independent temperature control.
Touch the
soft-key for cooler
temperature. Touch the
soft-key
for warmer temperature. The
passenger's temperature setting will
be displayed on the MTC+ screen
between the soft-keys
and
.
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The temperature can also be adjusted
by touching and sliding the bar
towards soft-key
, to increase
temperature, or towards soft-key
to decrease it.
You can increase or decrease the
temperature using the rocker switch
on the climate control panel.
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NOTE:
Pressing the 4 button/soft-key while in
“SYNC” mode will automatically exit
“SYNC”.
5. Recirculation
Press to change the current setting,
the LED indicator on the button and
the relevant soft-key illuminates to
indicate which recirculation function
is activated. For further details, see
paragraph “Dual zone Climate Control
Functions” in this chapter.
6. Blower control
Blower control is used to adjust the
amount of air forced through the
climate system. Eight levels of blower
speed can be selected. Adjusting the
blower will cause automatic mode to
switch to manual.
On the climate control panel, push the
rocker switch up to increase fan speed.
Push the rocker switch down to
decrease fan speed. Pushing down the
rocker switch when set blower is at
the first speed, causes the A/C system
shutdown (OFF condition).
On the MTC+ display, touch the small
icon of the blower to decrease the
speed, or the big icon to increase it.
Between the two icons, bars will
appear to show the number of the
corresponding selected speed.
The blower can also be activated/
regulated by touching the bars
between the two blower icons.
When the MTC+ is displayed in any
mode other than “Climate”, the
blower speed is indicated by the bright
segments in the climate icon.
7-8. AUTO
This function automatically controls
the interior temperature by adjusting
the air flow rate and the air
distribution respectively on the driver
and on the passenger zone. Press
“AUTO” to switch the ATC between
manual and automatic mode. The
LED on the button and the “AUTO”
soft-key illuminates when the “AUTO”
function is activated. See “Automatic
Temperature Control (ATC)” in this
chapter for more information.
9. MAX defrosting/demisting
Press the
button or the MTC+
soft-key to switch the airflow setting
to the windshield and the front side
windows to get quick defrosting/
defogging. The LED on the button and
the MTC+ soft-key illuminates when
this feature is activated. Operating
this function will cause the ATC to
switch into manual mode: so the
“AUTO” LED on the button and the
MTC+ soft-key will turn off. With
engine off, the blower will run at
minimum speed (level 1) and can
be increased manually: with engine
on, the blower speed will gradually
increase to the higher speed (level 8).
MAX defrosting/demisting shall also
involve REAR defrosting/demisting
function. If this function is turned off
the climate system will return to the
previous setting, switching on the A/C
(“A/C” LED on the button and the
MTC+ soft-key illuminated).
10. REAR defrosting/demisting
Press the
button or the MTC+
soft-key to turn on the rear window
defroster and the heated outside
mirrors. The LED on the button and
the MTC+ soft-key will illuminate
when the rear window defroster and
the heated external mirrors are on.
The rear window defroster and the
heated external mirrors automatically
turn off after 10 minutes.
For any subsequent request after the
first one (in the current ignition cycle),
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the system activates the function
for 5 minutes. The timing described
above is automatically reset and
the defrost/demisting function is
deactivated at each key-off.
CAUTION!
Failure to observe the following
cautions may cause damage to the rear
windows defroster:
• Use care when washing the inside of
the rear window. Do not use abrasive
window cleaners on the interior
surface of the window. Use a soft
cloth and a mild washing solution,
wiping parallel to the heating
elements. Labels can be peeled off
after soaking with warm water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp
instruments, or abrasive window
cleaners on the interior surface of the
window.
• Keep all objects inside the vehicle at
a safe distance from the window.
11. MAX A/C
By pressing the “MAX A/C” button
or the MTC+ soft-key, the system
automatically switches to get the
maximum cold air flow in both zones.
12-13 Air flow distribution modes
The airflow distribution mode,
respectively on the driver and on the
passenger zone, can be adjusted so air
comes from the dashboard vents, vents
under the dashboard in direction of
the floor, vents under the front seats
and demist/defrost vents.
The MTC+ display contains the relevant
soft-keys used to set these modes for
each zone. The climate control panel
features a single button for each zone:
press it several times to select and
set the required airflow distribution
mode.
Available settings are as follows:
• “Floor” mode
Air for each zone comes from the
front vents, located under the
dashboard and under the front seats.
A small portion of the airflow is
directed through the defrost/demist
vents to prevent windows fogging.
• “Dashboard” mode
Air flows for each zone from four
adjustable vents of the dashboard,
two vents on the upper part of the
dashboard and two positioned at the
rear end of the central console. Each
of these vents can be singly adjusted.
The air grids or vanes of the vents can
be moved to adjust air flow direction.
A setting wheel, placed near each
vent, allows to regulate or close the
airflow.
• “Bi-Level” mode
Air for each zone comes from the
dashboard and central console
adjustable vents and the fixed
floor vents. A small portion of the
airflow is directed through the
defrost/demist vents to prevent
windows fogging.
NOTE:
Bi-Level mode is designed to let cooler
air come in the dashboard and rear
part of the central console vents and
warmer air from the floor vents.
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• “Defrost” mode
Air for each zone comes from the
dashboard defrost/demist vents to
prevent windows fogging.
• “Mix” mode
Air for each zone comes from the
defrost/demist vent, the vent under
the dashboard and from floor vent.
This mode is recommended for cold
climates, to improve comfort and
prevent windows fogging.
• “Hi-Level” mode
Air for each zone comes from the
dashboard defrost/demist vents, from
the dashboard and central console
adjustable vents and the fixed floor
vents.
• “Tri-Level” mode
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Air for each zone comes from all the
adjustable/fixed and defrost/demist
vents.
14. “SYNC” mode
Touch the “SYNC” soft-key on the
MTC+ to switch the Sync feature
on/off. The “SYNC” soft-key
illuminates when this feature is
selected. This function is used
to synchronise the passenger
temperature setting with the driver
temperature setting.
Changing the passenger temperature
setting while in “SYNC” will
automatically exit this feature.
15. “REAR” mode
This soft-key is present only if the
vehicle is equipped with the additional
dual-zone air conditioning system for
rear passengers.
Touching "REAR" soft-key you enter
the screen where the settings available
for rear seat passengers are displayed.
For the description of these controls,
see paragraph "Four-Zone Climate
Controls (optional)" of this chapter.
Dual Zone Climate Control
Functions
Air Conditioning (A/C)
The “A/C” soft-key allows to manually
activate or deactivate the air
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conditioning system. When the air
conditioning system is turned on, cool
dehumidified air will flow through the
vents into the cabin. For improved fuel
economy, touch the “A/C” soft-key
to turn off the air conditioning and
manually adjust the blower and
airflow mode settings.
When the “A/C” and “AUTO”
functions are switched off it is not
possible to have air at a lower
temperature than the outside.
Recirculation
and Air Quality
Sensor (AQS)
When outside air contains smoke,
odours, or high humidity, or if rapid
cooling is desired, you may wish to
recirculate interior air by pressing the
recirculation control button or the
relevant soft-key to activate the two
different functionalities.
The recirculation function, that allows
to open/close the A/C air inlet by
operating the
button on the
climate control panel or the MTC+
soft-key, is integrated with the Air
Quality Sensor.
This sensor, positioned upstream of
the A/C filter, in front of the air intake
of the A/C system, detects the presence
of polluting substances and submits an
electric signal to the A/C control unit,
that closes the intake of the external
air by activating the air recirculation.
The
button or the MTC+
soft-key can therefore enable three
operating modes, switchable in
sequence.
Starting from the outside air condition
with LED on the button off and MTC+
soft-key not highlighted, in which the
external air is aspirated by the A/C
system and treated to be introduced
into the passenger compartment,
subsequent actuations of the
button or the MTC+ soft-key change
the state as follows.
• First press: the A/C system activates
the automatic recirculation control by
using the signal transmitted from the
AQS. The symbol ‘’A’’ on the
button and the MTC+ soft-key lights
up.
• Second press: the A/C system activates
the recirculation, the LED on the
button or the MTC+ soft-key
lights up. The A/C system will stay this
way up to a new actuation, or until
the increased humidity could lead to
windshield fogging: in this case the
recirculation automatically switches
to external air.
• Third press: the A/C system switches
back to external air (default
operating mode).
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The next press of the
button
or the MTC+ soft-key restars the
operating cycle just described.
NOTE:
To avoid the risk of fogging, the
AQS is disabled when the external
temperature falls below 2°C (35°F) or
rises above 26°C (79°F).
NOTE:
In cold weather, use of recirculation
mode may lead to window fogging.
Select the MIX mode
and increase
the blower speed to prevent fogging.
MAX A/C
Activating this function, the system
switches to exit “AUTO”, enter “A/C”
and recirculation. The minimum
temperature (LO) in both zones, the
maximum blower speed and the
“Dashboard” air distribution mode
are also selected.
The blower speed can be adjusted and
the air distribution can be modified
without exiting “MAX A/C”. To exit
“MAX A/C” touch the relevant MTC+
soft-key or exit A/C or recirculation.
Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC)
Automatic operation
• Press the “AUTO” soft-key of driver
and/or passenger zone on the climate
control panel or the relevant soft-key
button on the MTC+ screen. The text
“AUTO” will appear inside the space
usually occupied by the bars between
the blower icons.
• Set the desired temperature
adjusting the driver and/or passenger
temperature control buttons or softkeys. The system automatically work
to maintain the best comfort level
inside the passengers compartment.
• When the system is set up for your
comfort level, it is not necessary
to change the settings anymore,
simply allow the system to function
automatically.
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Selecting
, “AUTO”, or “OFF”, will
also exit “MAX A/C”.
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The user can also choose the direction
of the airflow by selecting one of
the available mode settings. A/C
operation, recirculation control and
“SYNC” mode can also be manually
selected.
Press the button
to switch the rear
climate control on/off. The LED on the
button turns on when the rear A/C is
on.
Four-Zone Climate Controls
(optional)
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• To provide you with maximum
comfort in the automatic mode,
during cold start-ups the blower
speed will remain low until the
engine warms up.
• AUTO mode can be deactivated by
operating any airflow or blower
controls and by pressing “AUTO”,
“A/C”, “MAX AC”, ” " or “OFF”
button or the same MTC+ soft-key.
Manual operation
The system allows manual selection
of blower speed, air distribution
mode, A/C status and recirculation
control. The blower fan speed can be
set to any fixed speed by using the
blower control. In this case the blower
will operate at a fixed speed until a
different speed is selected. This allows
the front occupants to control the
volume of air circulated in the vehicle
exiting the “AUTO” mode.
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Air conditioning controls that
allow rear passengers to adjust the
temperature in the left and right rear
part of the passenger compartment
are located at the rear end of the
central console underneath the
adjustable air outlets.
Description of Controls
The following functions can be
operated/adjusted by using the rear
climate control panel.
1. Rear climate control on/off
2. A/C
Press to change the current air
conditioning (A/C) setting, the “A/C”
symbol on the button illuminates
when the A/C is on. This will cause
the automatic operation to switch
into manual mode and the “AUTO”
indicator will turn off.
3. Left side temperature control
Provides the rear passengers with
independent temperature control.
Push the
button for cooler
temperature settings or the
button
for warmer temperature. The set
temperature value will be displayed in
the area above the buttons.
4. Right side temperature control
Dashboard Instruments and Controls
Provides the rear seats passengers with
independent temperature control.
Push the
button for cooler
temperature settings or the
button
for warmer temperature. The set
temperature value will be displayed in
the area above the buttons.
5. Blower control
Blower control is used to regulate the
airflow of the rear climate system.
There are seven blower speeds
available. Adjusting the blower will
cause the automatic mode to switch to
manual.
Press the “+“ button to increase
blower speed.
Press the “-“ button for lower speed.
Airflow distribution modes
The airflow distribution can be
adjusted to let air come in from the
adjustable and fixed central console
vents and floor vents. The set mode is
recognisable through the lighting of
the soft-key or the LED on the button
of the climate control panel.
6. “Bi-Level” mode
Air comes from the adjustable vents on
the rear central console and from the
fixed ones on the lateral sides of the
central console directed to the floor.
NOTE:
The Bi-Level mode is designed to
provide comfort by sending cooler air
out of the central console vents and
warmer air from the floor vents.
7. “Floor” mode
Air comes from the fixed floor vents
under the front seats and on the
lateral sides of the central console.
8. “Torso” mode
Air comes from the adjustable vents
on the central console. Each of these
vents can be singly adjusted. The
air grids of the vents can be moved
up/down and right/left to adjust the
airflow direction. A setting wheel,
placed near each vent, allows to
regulate the airflow or to close the
vent.
9. AUTO
This function automatically controls
the interior temperature by adjusting
the air flow rate and the air
distribution.
• Press the “AUTO” button: the
automatic rear climate control
switches from manual to automatic
mode and vice-versa. The “AUTO”
symbol on the button illuminates
when this function is activated.
• Adjust then the temperature you
wish to maintain by regulating the
left and/or right side temperature
control buttons. Once the desired
temperature is set, the system will
achieve and automatically maintain
that comfort level.
• When the system is set up for your
comfort level, it is not necessary
to change the settings anymore:
simply allow the system to function
automatically.
To provide you with maximum comfort
in the automatic mode, during cold
start-ups the blower speed will remain
low until the engine warms up.
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Four-Zone Climate Control by the
Driver
By operating the MTC+ display controls
the driver can adjust the settings of
the rear climate zones by touching
“REAR” sof-key.
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Once you have entered the rear
climate screen, by touching the
following soft-keys, the driver is able
to:
2
3
4
4
5
6
1
The A/C compressor will turn on.
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8
9
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The system switch the ATC
between manual and automatic
mode by controlling the interior
temperature (controls 3, 4) by
adjusting the air flow rate and
the air distribution (controls 5) of
the rear passengers.
Adjust the temperature in the
left rear zone in the indicated
mode for the front zones.
Adjust the temperature in the
right rear zone in the indicated
mode for the front zones.
Set the airflow distribution in
“Torso”, “Bi-Level” or “Floor”
mode.
Synchronise the two rear
passenger temperature
setting. If the driver adjust the
temperature while SYNC mode
is on, this will affect the rear
passenger temperature. If the
front or rear passengers adjust
the temperature setting the
system automatically break the
function and turn it off.
Set the blower speed through
seven speed levels.
Re-activate the rear climate
setting.
Turn off the rear climate option.
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11
Block the settings of the rear
climate.
Return to the front climate
control screen.
Operating Tips
• Continuous use of the air
recirculation in winter, in rainy
weather or humid climate is not
recommended because it may cause
window fogging.
• Interior fogging on the windshield
can be quickly removed by fast
defrosting/demisting. The “Mix”
mode can be used to maintain a clear
windshield and provide sufficient
heating. If side window fogging
becomes a problem increase blower
speed.
NOTE:
• Recirculation mode without A/C
should not be used for long periods
of time, as fogging may occur.
• If inside the passenger compartment
there are conditions of high
temperature and humidity, when the
A/C compressor is switched on (A/C
soft-key illuminated on MTC+ display
or LED on climate control panel A/C
button ON) there may be some cold
steam at ventilation port outlet:
this situation is normal and does
Dashboard Instruments and Controls
not indicate air conditioning system
malfunction.
• Automatic Temperature Controls
(ATC) will automatically adjust the
climate control settings to reduce or
eliminate window fogging on the
front windshield.
• Make sure the external air intake
grille, located directly in front of the
windshield, is free of obstructions
such as leaves or other objects. Leaves
collected in the air intake may reduce
airflow, and if they enter the plenum,
they could plug the water drains. In
winter make sure the air intake is
clear of ice, slush, and snow.
• The temperature can be displayed
in Metric or U.S. units by selecting
the “Units” customer programmable
feature. See “MTC+ Settings” in this
section.
• Any time you store your vehicle
or keep it stationary (i.e., during
vacation) for two weeks or more, run
the air conditioning system at idle
for about five minutes in the fresh
air by high blower setting. This will
ensure adequate system lubrication
and minimize the possibility of
compressor damage when the system
is started again.
A/C Filter
The climate control system filters
outside air containing dust, pollen and
some odours. Strong odours cannot be
totally removed from by A/C filter at
the entrance of the air climate system.
See “Maintenance Procedures” in
section “Maintenance and Care” for
filter replacement instructions.
Phone and Voice Controls
on Steering Wheel (if
foreseen)
The commands on the right side of
the steering wheel activate/deactivate
the phone mode (
) and the Voice
Recognition (
) controls functions.
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These functions are only available
when one or more Bluetooth®
compatible mobile phones are paired
with the MTC+ System connection: to
pair a phone and to learn all available
functions refer to the "Maserati Touch
Control Plus (MTC+)" guide.
NOTE:
On the Maserati website, at
www.maserati.com, or through the
Maserati Service Network you may
consult the list of telephones that are
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compatible with the MTC+, and their
level of compatibility.
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The voice command communication
system is fully integrated with the
vehicle's audio system.
The volume can be adjusted from the
upper knob on the central console
(see “Infotainment System” in this
section or from the steering wheel
radio controls (see “Audio Controls” in
this section).
The system will automatically mute the
radio when using the phone mode.
When activating the phone
mode using voice commands with
speakerphone, you should talk quietly
in a normal conversional tone by
keeping the driving position and
turning to the microphone of the voice
command system located inside the
internal rearview mirror.
The ability of the system voice
control to recognise the user's voice
commands can be invalidated when
speaking too quickly or too loudly.
WARNING!
Any voice-controlled system should be
used only in safe driving conditions
following all applicable regulations.
Full attention should be kept on
driving. Failure to do so may result in
a collision causing serious injury or
death.
Phone Mode
By using the phone button
on the
steering wheel it is possible to: activate
the phone mode, start a call, show
recent incoming and outgoing calls,
show contacts list, etc.
All these functions can also be reached
by using the touch screen commands
on the MTC+ display in “Phone” mode.
When pressing the phone button
an audible sound will invite you to
impart a command.
Information on incoming call is
indicated in a pop-up on instrument
cluster display main area if this
feature is checkmarked on MTC+ (see
“MTC+ Settings” in this section). Said
information will stay displayed until
Dashboard Instruments and Controls
a control is executed (e.g.: answer,
reject, etc.) for the incoming call.
The screen will only display the phone
number or name of caller (if available)
as long as this complies with system
specifications in terms of font and
number of characters.
Call details can be displayed at any
time through “Audio” submenu item,
then “Phone: call details” using the
buttons on steering wheel RH side. On
display, said details shall temporarily
replace the ones on media source in
use.
Voice Commands
The short pressure of the VR
button on the steering wheel allows
you to give voice commands dedicated
to all the native functions of the MTC+
(radio, media, navigator, climate, etc.).
Excluded are all functions that interact
with the Apps: “Apple CarPlay” and
“Android Auto” or those of the voice
assistants: Siri, Google Voice, etc...,
supported on the mobile paired via
Bluetooth® to the MTC+.
The voice assistant of Baidu is not
available with mobile paired via
Bluetooth® to the MTC+ because
Baidu CarLife is a projection mode
application.
A long pressure of the VR
button,
in addition to the native ones of the
MTC+, allows to give voice commands
dedicated to the above mentioned
Apps and voice assistants.
NOTE:
The pressure difference of the VR
button (short or long) is effective
only when the mobile is paired via
Bluetooth® to the MTC+.
Once voice recognition is activated via
the VR
button on the steering
wheel, a “teleprompter” screen is
displayed on the MTC+ with a list of
commands specific to each active
function key on the main menu bar
The key words to activate the dialog
are white, the variable ones gray
between the symbols "< >" and the
alternative ones after the slash "/".
Touching “Voice Settings” soft-key
opens the Setting page where the
user can set if and how to visualize the
teleprompter and close it by touching
the red "X".
Touching one of the function softkeys, the session is cancelled and
displays the selected function screen.
When pressing the VR
button
an acoustic signal will invite to give a
voice command.
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NOTE:
For further details refer to the
"Maserati Touch Control Plus (MTC+)
guide".
Siri Smart Personal Assistant
When a compatible iPhone® or iPad®
that supports Siri voice recognition is
paired to the vehicle via Bluetooth®,
a long press of the VR
button
activates the Siri Smart Personal
Assistant.
Siri requires mobile internet access
and its functionality might change
depending on the geographical area.
Through simple voice commands,
without taking your eyes off the road,
it may be possible to send messages,
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make phone calls, create notes and
reminders, etc.
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5 - Driving
Normal Starting of the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Automatic Start&Stop System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Drive Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Off-Road Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Brake and Stability Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Using the Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Use of the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Electronic Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Adaptive Cruise Control - ACC (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Forward Collision Warning - FCW (for versions/ markets where
provided) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
Lane Keeping Assist - LKA (optional, with ACC only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
Blind Spot Assist - BSA (optional, without ACC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Active Blind Spot Assist - ABSA (optional, with ACC only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
Highway Assist – HAS (for versions/markets where provided, with
ACC only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
Traffic Sign Assist – TSA (for versions/markets where provided) . . . . . . . 314
Tires - General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321
Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Driving Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Adding Reducing Agent AdBlue® (Diesel only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 337
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Driving
Normal Starting of the
Engine
WARNING!
It is dangerous to run the engine in an
enclosed area. The engine consumes
oxygen and discharges carbon dioxide,
carbon monoxide and other toxic
gases in the atmosphere.
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When doors are opened, the
instrument cluster displays the
Maserati Logo in the center and the
complete odometer plus the open
doors indicator
in the lower part of
the cluster.
Before starting the engine, close the
doors, adjust your seat, the inside and
outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt
and instruct all other occupants to
buckle their seat belts.
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The shift lever must be in P (Park) or
N (Neutral) position before you can
start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting into any driving gear
(see “Automatic Transmission” in this
section).
cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”).
CAUTION!
• Before starting the engine, switch
off the electrical devices with a high
power consumption (air-conditioning
and heating system, heated rear
window, headlights, etc.).
• Do not start the engine if the fuel
level in the tank is low.
The keyless ignition allows the driver
to operate the ignition switch by
pushing the center button, as long as
the key fob RKE transmitter is within
the passenger compartment (check
“Keys” in section “Before Starting” for
further information).
By pressing the brake pedal and
pushing the START/STOP button
the engine starts. Instrument cluster
displays the initial sequence with
warning light and analog instruments
test routine and switch-on of the
engine temperature indicators and
fuel level. This happens if option “On”
was set in screen settings for display
switch-on (see chapter “Instrument
The current display subsequently sets
up with the latest screenshot.
If the engine fails to start, the starter
will disengage automatically after
10 seconds. If you wish to stop the
cranking of the engine prior to
starting it, press the button again.
Driving
NOTE:
Normal starting of either a cold or
a warm engine is obtained without
pumping or pressing the accelerator
pedal.
If the driver only pushes the
START/STOP button but does not press
the brake pedal, the ignition switch
cycles to the ACC position (see “Keys”
in section “Before Starting”) and the
instrument cluster displays the latest
screenshot.
At the second press of the START/STOP
button, the ignition device switches
to RUN position (see “Keys” in section
“Before Starting”) and the instrument
cluster displays the latest screenshot.
At the third press of the START/STOP
button the ignition switch returns to
OFF position and the display powers
down.
At the fourth press of the START/STOP
button the screen will display the
message that invites you to press the
brake pedal and push the START/STOP
button to start the engine.
NOTE:
If the ignition switch is left in the ACC
or RUN (engine not running) position
and the transmission is in P (Park), the
system will automatically time out
after 30 minutes of inactivity and the
ignition will switch to the OFF position.
After starting the engine, the idle
speed is controlled automatically and
will decrease as the engine warms up.
Notes for the Diesel Engine Starting
(Diesel only)
With cold engine and external
temperature below 0°C (32°F), ignition
may be delayed a few seconds in order
to allow the glow plugs to pre-heat.
In this case the amber light
will
illuminate on the TFT display and will
stay on for a few seconds after the
engine has started.
Cold Weather Precautions (Diesel only)
If the outside temperature is very
low, the diesel fuel thickens due to
the formation of paraffin clots and
could clog the diesel filter. In order
to avoid these problems, different
types of diesel fuel are distributed
according to the season: summer type,
winter type and arctic type (very cold,
mountainous areas).
If refueling with diesel fuel whose
specifications are not suitable for the
too cold outside temperature, it is
advisable to mix TUTELA DIESEL ART
additive in the proportions shown on
the container with the fuel. Pour the
additive into the tank before the fuel
using the funnel provided.
Engine Start Failure
CAUTION!
• Do not attempt to push or tow
your vehicle to get it started.
Vehicles equipped with an automatic
transmission cannot be started this
way. Moreover, unburned fuel could
enter the catalytic converter and
once the engine has started, ignite
and damage the converter and
vehicle.
• If the vehicle has a discharged
battery, booster cables may be used
to obtain a start from a booster
battery or the battery in another
vehicle. This type of start can be
dangerous if done improperly. See
“Auxiliary Jump Start Procedure”
in section “In an Emergency” for
further information.
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Flooded Engine Clearing
If the engine fails to start after
you have followed the described
procedures, it may be flooded. To clear
any excess fuel, move the shift lever in
P (Park) position. Press and hold the
brake pedal, push the accelerator all
the way to the floor and hold it, then
press and release the START/STOP
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button once. The starter will engage
automatically, run for 10 seconds,
and then disengage. Once this occurs,
release the accelerator pedal and the
brake pedal, wait 10 to 15 seconds,
then repeat the “Normal starting of
the engine” procedure.
Driving with a Cold Engine
Start-off slowly, avoiding sudden
acceleration and rev the engine up at
low medium speeds. High-performance
driving should be avoided until the
engine temperature reaches 65-70°C
(149-158°F).
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Engine Turn Off
• With the shift lever in P (Park), D
(Drive) or R (Reverse) positions (see
“Automatic Transmission” in this
section) and vehicle standstill, press
and release the START/STOP button
to switch off the engine. A burst on
the accelerator pedal before turning
off the engine has no purpose and
increases fuel consumption.
• If the shift lever is in N (Neutral) and
the START/STOP button is pressed
once, the instrument cluster will
display a “Vehicle Not in Park”
message and the engine will remain
running.
WARNING!
Never leave a vehicle out of the P
(Park) position, as it could move.
NOTE:
If the ignition switch is left in the ACC
or RUN (engine not running) position
and the transmission is in P (Park), the
system will automatically time out
after 30 minutes of inactivity and the
ignition will switch to OFF position.
Engine Turn Off when in Automatic
Start&Stop
When the engine has been turned off
by the Start&Stop system, press and
release the START/STOP button. The
ignition switch will return to the OFF
position and the vehicle is off.
“Panic Stop” Strategy
In panic conditions, if driver stops
engine in any non-standard manner
while driving at a speed over 8 km/h (5
mph), the “Panic Stop” strategy can
manage the situation by checking
gearchange condition upon engine
cutting, driver’s action on brakes,
road condition (flat or slope) so as to
set gearchange to the most suitable
condition.
Automatic Start&Stop
System
The Maserati Start&Stop system
allows the engine to automatically
switch off when the vehicle stops and
to restart when the driver intends
to drive. This feature helps reduce
fuel consumption. During the “Stop
(AutoStop)” phase the ignition is
still on and all security features are
available. In order for the Start&Stop
to activate, the vehicle must be
stationary and the brake pedal
adequately pressed.
NOTE:
If the brake pedal is not sufficiently
pressed the Start&Stop may not
function even if the vehicle is stopped.
When the Start&Stop switches off
the engine, the related light
illuminates on the instrument cluster.
As soon as the brake pedal is released,
the engine turns on.
While the vehicle is stopped, the
transmission can be placed in P (Park)
pressing the “P” button on the shift
lever.
In this case it is possible to release
the brake pedal and the vehicle will
remain in “AutoStop” with engine off.
Driving
Pressing the brake pedal and
shifting transmission into D (Drive)
or R (Reverse) will deactivate the
“AutoStop” condition and restart the
engine.
on the main bar or through the
"Start&Stop Off" soft-key in the
"Controls" page (see "MTC+
"Controls" Screen" in section
"Dashboard Instruments and
Controls").
Start&Stop Not Active
For keeping driving safety, interior
comfort and a correct functioning of
engine and vehicle, the Start&Stop
function does not activate under the
following conditions:
• When the driver’s seat belt is
unbuckled (see example).
Start&Stop Deactivated
Start&Stop function is deactivated
under the following conditions:
• When SPORT or CORSA drive mode is
activated.
• When
(ESC OFF) drive mode is
activated.
• When ride height is set to "Off Road
1" or "Off Road 2".
• If it has been disabled through
the main menu item "Start &
Stop" via the controls on the right
side of the steering wheel (see
chapter "Instrument cluster" in
section "Dashboard Instruments
and Controls") or via the MTC+ by
pressing the "S&S Off" soft-key
• When the driver door is open.
• When the fuel level is too low.
• When the vehicle is stopped on a very
steep road.
• When the vehicle is stopped with
steered wheels (over 135° of steering
wheel angle for each part).
• When the vehicle is manoeuvring:
shift lever in R (Reverse).
• When the temperature conditions
inside the vehicle do not correspond
to the air conditioning setting.
• When the front and rear “defroster”
function is activated.
• When the engine coolant and the
engine oil temperature is not on
proper functioning level.
• When the external temperature is
too cold.
• When the battery charge is below
safety value.
• When the previous stop had just
happened (few seconds) and the
minimum speed has not yet been
achieved.
• Shortly after R (Reverse) has been
set or when driving under a certain
speed level.
• When the hood is open.
• The sensors managing the Start&Stop
have been damaged.
• Start&Stop system faults are present.
• When Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
and/or Highway Assist (HAS) system
are engaged.
• During DPF regeneration process
(Diesel only).
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Automatic Restarting of the
Engine
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The engine may automatically restart,
before the brake pedal has been
released, when one of the following
conditions occurs:
• The SPORT drive mode or
(ESC
OFF) drive mode is being activated.
• If the Start&Stop function has
been disabled through the main
menu voice "Start & Stop" (see
chapter "Instrument cluster" in
section "Dashboard Instruments and
Controls") or via MTC+ by pressing
the "S&S Off" soft-key on the main
bar or through the "Start&Stop Off"
soft-key in the "Controls" page (see
"MTC+ "Controls" Screen" in the
section "Dashboard Instruments and
Controls").
• If shift lever is moved to R (Reverse).
• If the steering wheel is moved to
steer the wheels.
• When the temperature conditions
inside the vehicle do not correspond
to the air conditioning setting.
• When changing the temperature
setting on the air conditioning.
• When the defroster function is being
activated.
• When the battery charge is below
safety value.
• When the accelerator pedal is being
pressed (together with the brake
pedal).
• If a long time has passed since the
last automatic stop of the engine.
Move the shift lever to D (Drive) to
drive away.
Occupants Safety Function
in the “Stop (AutoStop)” phase, the
driver is responsible for the vehicle
and the occupants and shall take
care of what happens inside and
outside the vehicle.
• Even when the vehicle is stopped
within the “Stop (AutoStop)” phase,
the vehicle driver is responsible for
the vehicle, the vehicle’s occupants
and the vehicle’s surrounding area.
Never leave the vehicle unattended
with the engine running; doing so
poses a risk of danger. It is a good
practice to always ensure to set
the parking brake and place the
transmission gear selector lever
into the P (Park) position, thereby
ensuring the vehicle will not move,
when performing any vehicle
checks, maintenance and/or service
procedures on the vehicle.
To enhance occupants safety, the
Start&Stop system monitors if the
driver is present and does not allow
automatic restarting of the engine if
one of the following manoeuvres is
being performed while in “AutoStop”
condition:
• The driver unbuckles his/her seat belt
and releases the brake pedal.
• The driver opens the door and
releases the brake pedal.
• The driver unbuckles the seat belt
and opens the door.
• The driver opens the hood.
All the above-mentioned conditions
deactive the Start&Stop function
(the “AutoStart” is deactivated and
the engine remains off) and the
transmission shift automatically in P
(Park).
The
telltale will flash to indicate
the Start&Stop function disabling. To
restart the engine it is necessary to
press the brake pedal and push the
START/STOP button.
WARNING!
• Even when the vehicle is stopped
Start&Stop Function Disabling
Under certain driving conditions,
when frequent stops and restarts of
the engine may become annoying, it
is possible to turn off the Start&Stop
function in different ways.
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Start&Stop enabled is the default
status.
When the Start&Stop function is
turn off in the all following ways, in
addition to the related message the
amber indicator
indicated in the
picture will turn on.
NOTE:
The highlighted soft-key indicates the
disabled status of Start&Stop system
and vice versa.
• Touch the "Start&Stop Off" soft-key
to disable the function.
• Touch the "S&S Off" soft-key on the
main menu bar.
Without ADAS
• Use the controls located on the
right side of the steering wheel (see
instructions in chapter “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”) and select
“Start&Stop” main menu item which
displays the status of the function.
• Hold the switch ( ) to change the
status of the function.
It is possible to disable the Start&Stop
via the MTC+ in the following ways.
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Or:
• Touch the "Controls" soft-key on the
(Apps) page of MTC+ display.
Touch a second time the same soft-key
to re-enable the function.
If the driving conditions allow it, the
user can re-enable the Start&Stop
function at any time using one of
previous ways.
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NOTE:
After user intervention, the Start&Stop
system will automatically update the
status of the function in all contexts
where it can be modified.
Start&Stop System Failure
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When the
warning light and the
related message illuminate on the
TFT display (see chapter “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”) there is a
malfunction in the Start&Stop system
and the engine cannot be switched off
and restarted automatically. To switch
off or restart the engine it is necessary
to push the START/STOP . Have
the vehicle checked at the Service
Network .
Automatic Transmission
The vehicle is equipped with an
electronically controlled 8-speed
automatic transmission, which
automatically changes gear according
to the vehicle's instantaneous usage
parameters (vehicle speed, road
gradient and accelerator pedal
position).
It is possible to change gear manually
thanks to the “M +/-“ (Manual)
position for the shift lever.
The electronic shift lever replaces the
conventional mechanical lever and
has no mechanical connection to
the transmission. The transmission is
operated by electrical actuators on the
hydraulic system and all commands to
the control system are transmitted
by the CAN network. The lever itself
represents a mere user interface. Gear
positions are simulated by solenoids
inside the lever body, which are
computer-controlled and enable or
disable certain positions of the lever.
The solenoids inside the shift lever
prevent the movement of the lever
towards invalid positions.
The electronically-controlled
transmission provides a precise shift
schedule. The transmission electronics
are self-calibrating, therefore the
gearshift behaviour could become
perfect as expected after few
hundreds of km.
CAUTION!
In order to properly use the automatic
transmission, it is essential that you
read through the whole chapter, so
that you can understand right from
the start what the correct and granted
operations are.
Damage to the transmission may occur
if the following precautions are not
observed:
• Shift into P (Park) only after the
vehicle has come to a complete
stop: this is the default position of
the lever. After engaged P (Park) it
is possible set the ignition switch to
OFF.
• Shift into or out of R (Reverse) only
after the vehicle has come to a
complete stop and the engine is at
idle speed.
• Do not shift between P (Park), R
(Reverse), N (Neutral) or D (Drive)
when the engine is above idle speed
• To effect any change from vehicle
stop to R (Reverse), D (Drive), 1st or
2nd gear, it is necessary to keep the
brake pedal fully depressed.
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• When leaving the vehicle, always
WARNING!
• It is dangerous to move the shift
lever out of P (Park) or N (Neutral)
if the engine speed is higher than
idle speed. If your foot is not firmly
pressing on the brake pedal, the
vehicle could accelerate quickly
forward or in reverse. You could
lose control of the vehicle and hit
someone or something. Only shift
into gear when the engine is idling
normally and when your foot is
firmly pressing on the brake pedal.
• Unintended movement of a vehicle
could injure those in or near the
vehicle. As with all vehicles, you
should never exit a vehicle while the
engine is running. Before exiting a
vehicle, always apply the electronic
parking brake, shift the transmission
into P (Park), and turn the engine off.
• Never leave children alone in
a vehicle, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle. Allowing children
to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons.
A child or others could be seriously
or fatally injured. Children should
be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the shift lever.
remove the key fob and lock your
vehicle.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near
the vehicle. A child could operate
power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
This vehicle is equipped with a feature
which requires the transmission to be
placed in P (Park) before the engine
can be turned off. This prevents the
driver from inadvertently leaving the
vehicle without having placed the
transmission in P (Park). This system
also locks the transmission in P (Park)
whenever the ignition switch is in the
OFF position.
Transmission status is visible on the
lever and on the lower part of the
Instrument cluster display.
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Automatic Transmission Lever
Automatic transmission is operated
by a shift lever with unlock button,
located on the central console, which
can have the following operating
positions:
• P (Park): button control;
• R (Reverse);
• N (Neutral);
• D (Drive) automatic forward speed;
• M -/+ (Manual): “+” shifting to higher
gear or “–“ shifting to lower gear in
manual mode (see “Drive Mode” in
this section).
Shift Lever Movements
Shift lever has two main positions
with a single step selection (backward/
forward): two unstable position (2)
and (3) and two stable position (1) and
(4).
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• When P (Park) mode is selected, the
letter “P” becomes brighter and
“ ” appears brighter near “N”.
Backlit on the shift lever depends on
the status of the ignition device.
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• Automatic lane (“R”, “N”, “D”) as
main central position.
• Manual lane (“M +/-“) on left
position: move forward for “–“ and
backward for “+”.
• “P” is a button on the top of the
lever.
Shift Lever Backlit
• White backlit for “P”, “R”, “N”, “D”
and “M +/-“: brighter when selected
and dimmer when not selected.
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To Engage a Mode (briefly)
To select one of the operating modes,
move the lever as previously indicated
and press the brake pedal at the same
time.
To engage “P” mode, driver must press
the “P” button.
In order to engage “R”, “N” or “D”
mode, driver have to move the shift
lever by pressing the unlock button. If
the unlock button is not pressed, the
instrument cluster shows the popup
message shows in picture.
The lever functions like a joystick, so
releasing it after giving the command,
it automatically returns to the two
stable positions (vertical in line with
“R”, “N” and “D” or in line with “–”
and “+” when in “M +/-“ mode).
• Normally, to engage R (Reverse)
mode, press the brake pedal and the
unlock button together.
• To pass from P (Park) mode directly
to D (Drive) mode, in addition to
pressing the brake pedal, it is also
necessary to press the unlock button.
• Normally, to pass from R (Reverse)
mode directly to D (Drive) mode and
vice versa, in addition to pressing the
brake pedal, it is necessary to press
the unlock button.
• The P (Park) mode can be
automatically enabled by pressing
the “P” button: if the shift lever was
in “M +/-“ position, will go to central
stable position automatically.
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• If using the shift lever in M +/(Manual) mode, you can activate it by
moving the lever from D (Drive) to
the left and then forward towards
the “–“ symbol or back towards the
“+” symbol and the gear is shifted.
• To exit P (Park) mode, or to pass from
N (Neutral) to D (Drive) or R (Reverse)
position when the car is stopped or
is moving at a low speed, the brake
pedal must also be pressed.
CAUTION!
• DO NOT accelerate while shifting
from P (Park) or N (Neutral) to
another mode.
• After selecting a transmission
mode, wait a few seconds before
accelerating. This precaution is
particularly important with a cold
engine.
Transmission Status on the Instrument
Cluster Display
By pressing the unlock button on
the lever, the gear change positions
field is displayed: if you release the
button without moving the lever, the
field disappears after 2 seconds. By
operating instead the lever, the new
range will be indicated in the field and
in the lower part of the display.
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If the vehicle is in D (Drive) status,
in M +/- (Manual) or temporarily in
manual drive mode, the gear position
is indicated beside the lever status
(“D” or “M”), on the lower part of the
display.
Service Shift Lever
In the event of a shift lever
malfunction, a message on the
instrument cluster will invite to stop
the car safety and turn off the engine.
In this way the system moves the
transmission in P (Park) position.
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WARNING!
• Never use the P (Park) mode as a
Automatic Transmission Range
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P (Park)
Use this position to park the vehicle.
The transmission can be shifted from
“P” position only with the brake
pedal and the unlock button pressed:
then move the shift lever. To move
the shift lever from “P” position to
any other position, the engine must
be switched on. The engine can be
regularly started in P (Park) range.
Never attempt to use P (Park) while
the vehicle is in motion. When parking
on a level surface, you may press the
“P” button first, and then apply the
electronic parking brake by pulling the
trigger upwards.
The Instrument cluster will display the
related light indicator
and the
message for 5 seconds.
When parking on a hill, apply the
parking brake before pressing the “P”
button.
For enhanced security, turn the front
wheels toward the kerb on a downhill
and away from the kerb on an uphill
grade.
substitute for the electric parking
brake. Always apply the parking
brake fully when parked to prevent
vehicle movement and possible
injury or damage.
• Make sure the transmission is in P
(Park) before leaving the vehicle.
CAUTION!
DO NOT race the engine when
shifting from P (Park) or N (Neutral)
into another gear range, as this can
damage the drivetrain.
The following indicators should be
used to ensure that you have engaged
the shift lever into the “P” position:
• when shifting into P (Park), push the
“P” button on the shift lever.
• with the brake pedal released, verify
that “P” position is illuminated on
the shift lever and in the instrument
cluster display.
R (Reverse)
This range is used to move the vehicle
backward.
Switching to R (Reverse) starting from
N (Neutral) is only possible if the
vehicle is moving backwards. We
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recommend to shift into R (Reverse)
only after the vehicle has come to a
complete stop.
• Vehicle stationary: switching
between R (Reverse) and D (Drive),
passing from N (Neutral), requires
brake pedal pressed and action on
the lever.
• Vehicle moving: the driver can switch
from R (Reverse) to N (Neutral) acting
on the shift lever without pressing
the unlock button and the brake
pedal.
N (Neutral)
• Vehicle stationary and engine
started: switching from N (Neutral) to
P (Park) requires “P” button pressed
only. Switching from N (Neutral) to R
(Reverse) and/or D (Drive) requires
brake pedal and unlock button
pressed and the action on the shift
lever.
• Vehicle moving: switching from
N (Neutral) to R (Reverse) and/or
D (Drive) requires pressing the
unlock button and the action on the
shift lever. Switching to R (Reverse)
starting from N (Neutral) is only
possible if the vehicle is moving
backwards, while switching to D
(Drive) starting from N (Neutral) is
only possible if the vehicle is moving
forwards.
Set the parking brake and shift the
transmission into P (Park) mode if you
must leave the vehicle.
NOTE:
To move the car into tunnel washers,
or to generally move with engine off,
if foreseen use the “Car Wash” mode
(see “Bodywork Maintenance and
Cure” chapter in section “Maintenance
and Care”).
WARNING!
Do not switch to N (Neutral) and/or
never turn off the ignition to coast
downhill. These are unsafe practices
that limit driver’s response to
changing traffic or road conditions.
It is possible to lose control of the
vehicle and have a collision.
CAUTION!
Towing the vehicle, coasting, or
driving for any other reason with the
transmission in N (Neutral) can result
in transmission damage. See “Towing
a Disabled Vehicle” in section “In an
Emergency” for further information.
D (Drive)
This range should be used for most city
and highway driving. It provides the
smoothest upshifts and downshifts
and the best fuel economy. The
transmission automatically shifts up
and down through all gears. The
D (Drive) mode provides optimum
driving characteristics under all normal
operating conditions of the vehicle.
• Vehicle stationary: to switch from D
(Drive) to R (Reverse) requires brake
pedal and unlock button pressed and
the action on the shift lever: to reach
N (Neutral) starting from D (Drive) is
possible by only acting on the shift
lever.
• To enable special operations while
the car is moving at a low speed,
such as getting out of marsh or snow,
it is possible to run quickly from D
(Drive) to R (Reverse), and vice versa,
by pressing the unlock button and
acting on the shift lever passing from
N (Neutral).
• Vehicle moving: switching to N
(Neutral) from D (Drive) it is not
necessary to press brake pedal.
• From D (Drive) selected mode it
is always possible to switch to M
+/- (Manual) mode, by move the
shift lever to the left (see following
paragraph); to return to “D”
position, move the shift lever to the
right. It is possible to shift from D
(Drive) mode to M +/- (Manual) mode
regardless of car speed.
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• When in D (Drive) mode, using the
paddles behind the steering wheel
(if equipped), will cause the system
to enter a temporary function and
enable the manual shift mode. This
range is indicated with the symbols
“+/-” above and below “D” letter on
the gear range field of the display.
The system will then switch back to
automatic mode according to time
elapsed in “temporary” mode and
driving conditions.
At extremely cold temperatures (-30°C
/ -23°F or below), transmission may be
affected by the low temperature of
the engine and transmission. Normal
operation will resume once the
transmission temperature has risen to
a normal level.
M +/- (Manual)
This mode is obtained by moving
the shift lever to the left in “M +/-“
position.
In this mode, the transmission interacts
with the driver in order to allow
manual shift and ensure increased
control of the vehicle. The current
mode allows the transmission system
to optimise the engine brake action,
remove undesired shifting into higher
and lower gears and improve the
overall performance of the vehicle.
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This mode allows you to move the
shift lever step by step forward “–
“ or backward “+” without pressing
the unlock button. The current
transmission gear is displayed on the
instrument cluster beside “M”.
Manual mode can be activated at any
time, with no need to release the
brake pedal.
In M +/- (Manual) mode, the
transmission will shift up or down (+/–)
if manually selected by the driver by
using the shift lever, or shift paddles
on the steering wheel (if foreseen).
The transmission remains in the
engaged gear until the driver shifts
into another higher or lower gear,
except in the following cases.
• Lack of accelerator pedal activity
will cause the transmission to
revert to automatic operation.
The transmission will also upshift
automatically once maximum engine
speed is reached.
• If in SPORT mode, the transmission
will remain in the selected gear
even when maximum engine speed
is reached. The transmission will
upshift only if enabled by the driver.
Manual upshift or downshift will be
maintained as long as SPORT mode is
selected, even by full stroke pedal
press.
• If in “M +/-“ or in SPORT mode,
the transmission will automatically
downshift as the vehicle slows to halt
(to prevent engine lugging) and
the current gear will display on the
instrument cluster. Shifting the shift
lever backward “+” or moving the
right shift paddle “+” towards the
steering wheel when stationary, will
cause the vehicle to start in second
gear. If the vehicle speed is too
low, the system will ignore further
upshifts. Avoid using speed control
when the M +/- (Manual) mode is
engaged.
When the car stops in M +/- (Manual)
mode, the transmission automatically
moves the shift lever and inserts P
(Park).
If you enter the I.C.E. drive mode when
the gearshift is in “M +/-” position, the
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system activates the automatic return
of the shift lever in D (Drive) mode.
The indicator beside the displayed
gear will light up just before reaching
the required speed to change
downshift or upshift (example in the
figures).
NOTE for Diesel Version
If the transmission is in SPORT
mode, the system will change gear
automatically when the set rpm limit
(limiter) is reached.
Shift Paddles (if equipped)
The driver can change gears with the
shift paddles behind the steering
wheel when in D (Drive) and M +/(Manual) mode.
Using the shift paddles, the
corresponding icon will display on the
instrument cluster beside the “M”
indication and current shifted gear.
Pull the right shift paddle “+” towards
the steering wheel and release it to
enter the higher gear; do the same
operation with the left shift paddle “–
“ to enter the lower gear.
• When in D (Drive) mode, by pressing
“–“ paddle the transmission shifts to
“D1 - D2” temporary mode (or the
“Launch Control” on the TROFEO
version).
• Pull simultaneously both paddles to
deactivate the D (Drive) temporary
mode (or the “Launch Control” on
the TROFEO version).
Gear Shift Indicator Light
In order to improve fuel economy, we
recommend that you shift gears when
the system prompts you to do so. This
will help reduce fuel consumption
without significantly affecting vehicle
performance.
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When the new gear is engaged, the
indicator turns off. If the shift runs late
or is not performed at all, the indicator
remains lit for a few seconds then
turns off. As soon as new conditions
requiring further gear change occur,
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the indicator light will illuminate
again.
red warning light illuminates on the
instrument cluster
NOTE:
The gearshift indicator will only work
when the transmission is set in M +/(Manual) mode.
Transmission Malfunction and
Overheating Conditions
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Transmission Emergency Control
Transmission function is electronically
monitored to detect abnormal
conditions. If a condition that could
result in transmission damage is
detected, “Transmission Limp Home
Mode” will be activated. In this
situation, the transmission may
operate only in certain gears, or may
not shift at all. Vehicle performance
may be severely degraded and the
engine may stall. In some situations,
the transmission system may not
re-engage if the engine is turned off
and restarted.
A message in the instrument cluster
will inform the driver about the
more serious transmission conditions,
and indicate what actions may be
necessary.
Transmission Oil Over Temperature
If the transmission oil temperature
exceeds the operating limit, the
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In this case, slow down until
temperature returns to normal level
(the light will turn off).
If this is not sufficient, we recommend
to stop the vehicle, shift the lever
to position P (Park) or N (Neutral)
and keep the engine idle until the
temperature warning light
turns
off and the message disappears from
the display. Resume driving without
demanding high engine performance.
If the warning light
and the
related message turns on again,
it is advisable to stop the vehicle,
turn off the engine and wait for the
engine/transmission assembly to fully
cool down.
If the instrument cluster message
indicates that the transmission may
not re-engage after engine shutdown,
perform the following procedure
preferably at a Service Center.
In the event of a momentary problem,
the transmission can be reset to regain
all forward gears by performing the
following steps.
• Stop the vehicle.
• Shift the transmission into P (Park), if
possible.
• Turn the engine off.
• Wait approximately 30 seconds.
• Restart the engine.
• Shift the transmission into D (Drive)
and then into the desired gear range.
If the problem is no longer detected,
the transmission will return to normal
operation.
NOTE:
Even if the transmission can be reset,
we recommend that you visit the
Service Network at your earliest
possible convenience, which has
diagnostic equipment to determine if
the problem could recur.
Transmission Manual Release of P
(Park) Position
See chapter “Transmission Manual
Release of P (Park) Position” in section
“In an Emergency”.
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All-Wheel Drive
The active on-demand All-Wheel Drive
(AWD) system provides available
optimum traction for a wide variety of
road and off-road surface and driving
conditions. The system minimizes
wheel slip by automatically redirecting
torque to the front and rear wheels as
necessary.
To maximise fuel economy, the AWD
system automatically disangages
torque distribution on front axle when
road and environmental conditions
are such that wheel slip is unlikely
to occur. When specific road and
environmental conditions require
increased levels of road traction,
the AWD system automatically
distributes the torque between
front and rear axle in order to grant
the best driving experience. Torque
distribution is displayed on the TFT in
the “Drive Mode” main menu. Refer
to paragraph “TFT Display: Menus
and Settings” in chapter “Instrument
Cluster” of section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls” for further
information.
WARNING!
There may be a slight delay for
AWD engagement after a wheel slip
condition occurs.
NOTE:
If the AWD system service warning
message appears after engine start
up, or during driving, it means that
the AWD system is not functioning
properly or is in recovery mode due to
overheating caused by the excessive
wheel spin. In this condition the
vehicle can continue driving but only
rear wheel drive is working. If the
warning message is often activated, it
is recommended to have the vehicle
serviced at the Service Network .
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Drive Mode
Controls Preview
Drive modes and ride heights to use
the vehicle on and off road can be set
using the buttons and vehicle height
selector on central console.
CAUTION!
“NORMAL” is the default drive
mode, optimised for the best
balance between performances, fuel
consumptions and emissions in the
standard conditions use of the car.
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TROFEO Version only
Buttons on the central console have
the following functions:
•
(ESC OFF): to exclude/reactivate
the ESC system.
• OFF ROAD: to activate/deactivate
the specific driving mode for off
road conditions (uphill/downhill,
cobblestone, mud, grass and sand). In
this mode, the vehicle has a specific
ESC/ASR calibration and shock
absorbers skyhook damping curve.
Activating this drive mode, will
also change the EPS setting. When
in "OFF ROAD" drive mode, hard
suspension can not be set through
the button on the central console.
• I.C.E: to activate/deactivate the drive
mode to ensure increased control
on slippery surfaces as well as higher
energy efficiency.
• SPORT (NOT for TROFEO version): to
activate/deactivate a sportier drive
mode. In this mode, the vehicle has a
faster throttle response and ESC sport
calibration (not recommended on
wet/slippery surfaces). Activating this
drive mode, will also change the EPS
setting.
• SPORT and CORSA (TROFEO version
only): to activate/deactivate the
sportier and the race drive mode.
When in "SPORT" drive mode,
the vehicle has a faster throttle
response and ESC sport calibration
(not recommended on wet/slippery
surfaces). Activating this drive mode,
will also change the EPS setting.
When in "CORSA" drive mode, in
addition to what indicated for the
sposts mode, the transmission use a
specific gear shift pattern and the
traction is shifted more on the rear
wheels with increased oversteering
behavior. Traction control with
dedicated calibration to maximize
traction vs stability and "Launch
Control" start mode.
•
(Suspension): to switch between
the two suspension setting modes:
soft (LED light off) and hard ("S" on
the cluster and LED light on).
By selecting one of these drive modes,
the yellow or white LED on the button
illuminates and, for some of these,
the vehicle configuration obtained is
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graphically displayed on instrument
cluster. The same screen is also
obtained when selecting the “Drive
mode” menu using the buttons on
steering wheel.
When changing drive mode between
OFF ROAD, I.C.E., NORMAL and SPORT,
engine temperature and fuel level
indicators inner edge will change color
if“Outline Coloring” of submenu
“Screen Setup” is set to “On” (see
example in the figure). Refer to
chapter “Instrument Cluster” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further information.
pressing the button, the dedicated LED
will illuminate. It is necessary to press
the
(ESC OFF) button for at least 3
seconds.
At each key-on the car starts always
in NORMAL drive mode (all the LEDs
are OFF) and driver can select different
drive mode according to following
table.
Button
Electronic Stability Control
ESC partially deactivated.
OFF
ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
Setting the Drive Mode
Drive modes can be set using the
buttons on central console.
Keys (buttons) only have two statuses:
OFF and ON. The OFF status (button
released) is the standard function
mode. The ON status is activated by
ON – Button pressed
(LED ON)
OFF ROAD drive mode ON.
Increased Control and
Efficiency mode ON (*).
Sportier drive mode
(SPORT) ON.
Button
ON – Button pressed
(LED ON)
• Button pressed the first
time (upper LED ON):
sportier drive mode
(SPORT) ON.
SPORT • Button pressed the
second time (upper and
CORSA
lower LED ON): race
(TROFEO drive mode (CORSA) ON,
version
ESC partially deactivated
only)
(ON) and hard/stiff
suspension setting (“S”).
• When button is pressed
third time, it returns to
OFF-button release.
Hard/stiff suspension
setting (“S”).
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(*) I.C.E. (Increased Control and
Efficiency) operates on engine
supply in order to reduce fuel
consumption, exhausts, noisiness
(efficiency) by dampening vehicle
reactions (control). The current
mode is also useful for low-grip
surfaces.
The tables below summarise the
adjustment of transmission and
engine parameters according to set
drive mode/s.
(ESC OFF) is the
only mode that does not depend on
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the activation or deactivation of the
other modes. The tables show the two
configurations with:
•
(ESC OFF) button NOT pressed;
•
(ESC OFF) button pressed.
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WARNING!
On Trofeo version, when CORSA drive mode is activated, the
(ESC OFF) indicator light on the instrument cluster is on
because the intervention of the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system is lower than the other modes, but still present
to allow a more sporty drive.
You can always press
(ESC OFF) button to fully deactivate ESC system. Due to high power output of the engine can be
potentially dangerous to drive the car on wet or slippery roads with ESC off and CORSA drive mode set.
(ESC OFF) Button NOT pressed (NOT for TROFEO Version)
Button
pressed: LED ON
Button not
pressed: LED OFF
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
Setup NORMAL +
Auto + Soft
suspensions
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD +
Auto + Off Road
suspensions
I.C.E. + Auto +
Soft suspensions
SPORT + Auto +
Soft suspensions
NORMAL +
Auto + Hard
suspensions
Stability control
Active
Active with
specific tuning
Active
Active-Sport (*)
Active-Sport (*)
Electric Power
Steering (EPS)
Normal
Off Road
Normal
Sport
Sport
Suspensions setup
Normal
Off Road
Normal
Normal
Hard
Engine control
Normal
Normal
Comfort
Performance
Performance
Engine boost
Normal boost
Overboost
Low boost
Overboost
Overboost
Exhaust sound
Low (Rev.
Threshold)
Normal
Close to 5000 rpm
Always High
Always High
Gear shifting point
Normal
Off Road
Comfort
Performance
Performance
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Button
pressed: LED ON
Button not
pressed: LED OFF
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OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
Kick down
Yes
Yes
Yes - Soft
Yes - Strong
Yes - Strong
Upshift rev. limiter
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes (No, when in
M+/-)
Yes (No, when in
M+/-)
Automatic
downshift
Normal
Anti - Stall
Normal
Performance
(Anti - Stall, when
in M+/-)
Performance
(Anti - Stall, when
in M+/-)
Shifting timing
Normal
Quick - Normal
Comfort
Sport (Quick Sport, when in
M+/-)
Sport (Quick Sport, when in
M+/-)
(*) In low- and medium-grip conditions (e.g., rain, snow, ice, sand, etc.) it is advisable not to activate SPORT mode, even
with the ESC system active (button
(ESC OFF) not pressed).
(ESC OFF) Button pressed (NOT for TROFEO version)
Button
pressed: LED ON
Button not
pressed: LED OFF
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
Setup NORMAL +
Auto + Soft
suspensions
Stability control
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OFF
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD +
Auto + Off Road
suspensions
I.C.E. + Auto +
Soft suspensions
SPORT + Auto +
Soft suspensions
NORMAL +
Auto + Hard
suspensions
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
Driving
Button
pressed: LED ON
Button not
pressed: LED OFF
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
Electric Power
Steering (EPS)
Normal
Off Road
Normal
Sport
Sport
Suspensions setup
Normal
Off Road
Normal
Normal
Hard
Engine control
Normal
Normal
Comfort
Performance
Performance
Engine boost
Normal boost
Overboost
Low boost
Overboost
Overboost
Exhaust sound
Low (Rev.
Threshold)
Normal
Close to 5000 rpm
Always High
Always High
Gear shifting point
Normal
Off Road
Comfort
Performance
Performance
Kick down
Yes
Yes
Yes - Soft
Yes - Strong
Yes - Strong
Upshift rev. limiter
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes (No, when in
M+/-)
Yes (No, when in
M+/-)
Automatic
downshift
Normal
Normal (Anti Stall, when in
M+/-)
Normal
Performance
(Anti - Stall, when
in M+/-)
Performance
(Anti - Stall, when
in M+/-)
Shifting timing
Normal
Normal
Comfort
Sport (Quick Sport, when in
M+/-)
Sport (Quick Sport, when in
M+/-)
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(ESC OFF) Button NOT pressed (TROFEO Version only)
Button
pressed: LED
ON
Button
not pressed:
LED OFF
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
Setup NORMAL +
Auto + Soft
suspensions
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OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
+ Auto +
Off Road
suspensions
I.C.E. +
Auto + Soft
suspensions
SPORT +
Auto + Soft
suspensions
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
CORSA +
Manual + Hard
suspensions
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
NORMAL +
Auto + Hard
suspensions
Stability
control
Active
Active with
specific tuning
Active
Active-Sport (*) Active-Corsa
(*)
Active-Sport
(*)
Electric Power
Steering (EPS)
Normal
Off Road
Normal
Sport
Corsa
Sport
Suspensions
setup
Normal
Off Road
Normal
Normal
Hard
Hard
Engine control
Normal
Normal
Comfort
Performance
Performance
Performance
Engine boost
Normal boost
Overboost
Low boost
Overboost
Overboost
Overboost
Exhaust sound
Low (Rev.
Threshold)
Normal
Close to 5000
rpm
Always High
Always High
Always High
Gear shifting
point
Normal
Off Road
Comfort
Performance
Performance
Performance
Kick down
Yes
Yes
Yes - Soft
Yes - Strong
Not
Yes - Strong
Upshift rev.
limiter
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes (No, when
in M+/-)
Not
Yes (No, when
in M+/-)
Driving
Button
pressed: LED
ON
Button
not pressed:
LED OFF
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
Automatic
downshift
Normal
Anti - Stall
Normal
Performance
(Anti - Stall,
when in M+/-)
Anti - Stall
Performance
(Anti - Stall,
when in M+/-)
Shifting timing
Normal
Quick - Normal
Comfort
Sport (Quick Sport, when in
M+/-)
Quick - Corsa
Sport (Quick Sport, when in
M+/-)
(*) In low- and medium-grip conditions (e.g., rain, snow, ice, sand, etc.) it is advisable not to activate SPORT or CORSA
mode, even with the ESC system active (button
(ESC OFF) not pressed).
(ESC OFF) Button pressed (TROFEO version only)
Button
pressed: LED
ON
Button
pressed: LED
OFF
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
Setup NORMAL +
Auto + Soft
suspensions
Stability
control
OFF
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
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OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
+ Auto +
Off Road
suspensions
I.C.E. +
Auto + Soft
suspensions
SPORT +
Auto + Soft
suspensions
CORSA +
Manual + Hard
suspensions
NORMAL +
Auto + Hard
suspensions
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
Active-Sport
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Button
pressed: LED
ON
Button
pressed: LED
OFF
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OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
OFF ROAD
I.C.E.
SPORT
CORSA
Electric Power
Steering (EPS)
Normal
Off Road
Normal
Sport
Corsa
Sport
Suspensions
setup
Normal
Off Road
Normal
Normal
Hard
Hard
Engine control
Normal
Normal
Comfort
Performance
Performance
Performance
Engine boost
Normal boost
Overboost
Low boost
Overboost
Overboost
Overboost
Exhaust sound
Low (Rev.
Threshold)
Normal
Close to 5000
rpm
Always High
Always High
Always High
Gear shifting
point
Normal
Off Road
Comfort
Performance
Performance
Performance
Kick down
Yes
Yes
Yes - Soft
Yes - Strong
Not
Yes - Strong
Upshift rev.
limiter
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes (No, when
in M+/-)
Not
Yes (No, when
in M+/-)
Automatic
downshift
Normal
Normal (Anti Stall, when in
M+/-)
Normal
Performance
(Anti - Stall,
when in M+/-)
Anti - Stall
Performance
(Anti - Stall,
when in M+/-)
Shifting timing
Normal
Normal
Comfort
Sport (Quick Sport, when in
M+/-)
Quick - Corsa
Sport (Quick Sport, when in
M+/-)
Driving
NOTE:
A different drive mode can be set even
with engine running and vehicle in
motion.
To activate a drive mode, press briefly
the corresponding button. The LED
on the button will light up and set
drive mode screen will be displayed
(example in the figure: NORMAL) for 5
seconds.
To deactivate the drive mode, press
the same button again: the LED will
turn off and the display will show the
message indicating that
(ESC OFF)
drive mode is off and ESC system is
active.
Activate/Deactivate
(ESC OFF) Drive
Mode
To activate
(ESC OFF) drive mode
press the corresponding button for at
least 3 seconds: the yellow LED on the
button will turn on.
Activate/Deactivate OFF ROAD, I.C.E.,
SPORT and
(Suspension) Drive
Mode
To activate one of these drive mode,
press the corresponding button once:
the white LED on the button will turn
on (example in picture: SPORT mode).
To disable the drive mode activated,
press the same button again: the LED
will turn off.
Activate/Deactivate SPORT and CORSA
Drive Mode (TROFEO Version only)
To activate SPORT drive mode, press
the corresponding button once:
the upper white LED on the button
will turn on. CORSA drive mode
can be active by pressing again the
same button for more than a second
(about 1.2 seconds): also the lower
LED on the button will turn on. To
return in SPORT drive mode, press the
SPORT/CORSA button again.
When in “CORSA” drive mode, “OFF
ROAD” and
(Suspension) hard (S)
drive mode can not be set and you
can run the “Launch Control” start
procedure.
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To disable the SPORT mode without
activating the CORSA mode, press the
same button once again: the two LED
will turn off.
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Monitoring Settings on Display
By gaining access to “Drive mode”
menu through the buttons on steering
wheel right-hand side, it is possible to
monitor the settings for driving on and
off road.
The list and figure show vehicle
parameters referred to each
drive mode. Driving mode and
its parameters are identified by a
different color (example in the figure:
I.C.E.).
A Ride height.
B Powertrain.
C ESC.
D Torque distribution.
E Suspension stiffness.
Press “
” (Suspension) button, the
icon
with "S" beside will light up
on the upper right side of the TFT
display.
Driving
The table below specifies the default, ride height and relevant commands that can be set, for each drive mode.
Drive Mode
Default Condition
ESC
Off Road
Off Road
Off Road 1
ESC
I.C.E.
Normal
Normal
ESC
Normal
Normal
Normal
Possible Ride Height / Command
• Off Road 1 / Via dedicated drive
height selector according to current
speed.
• Off Road 2 / Via dedicated drive
height selector according to current
speed.
• Normal / Via dedicated drive height
selector according to current speed.
• Aero 1 / Via dedicated drive height
selector according to current speed.
• Aero 2 / Only speed dependent.
• Entry/Exit / Via dedicated drive
height selector according to current
speed.
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• Normal / Via dedicated drive height
selector according to current speed.
• Aero 1 / Via dedicated drive height
selector according to current speed.
• Aero 2 / Only speed dependent.
• Entry/Exit / Via dedicated drive
height selector according to current
speed.
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Drive Mode
Default Condition
ESC
Sport
Normal
Normal
ESC
Corsa
Corsa
Aero 2
Possible Ride Height / Command
• Normal / Via dedicated drive height
selector according to current speed.
• Aero 1 / Via dedicated drive height
selector according to current speed.
• Aero 2 / Only speed dependent.
• Entry/Exit / Via dedicated drive
height selector according to current
speed.
• Other ride heights can not be set
when in “CORSA” mode.
• Entry/Exit / Via dedicated drive
height selector according to current
speed.
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ESC
Sport
Sport
Aero 1
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• Normal / Via dedicated drive height
selector according to current speed.
• Aero 1 / Via dedicated drive height
selector according to current speed.
• Aero 2 / Only speed dependent.
• Entry/Exit / Via dedicated drive
height selector according to current
speed.
Driving
Automatic Selection of “NORMAL”
Drive Mode upon Ignition
(Predominant Mode)
If “Off Road” drive mode was set
before switching off the vehicle,
“NORMAL” drive mode will be set
automatically upon re-ignition. Over 5
km/h (3 mph), vehicle height if was set
to “Off Road 1” or “Off Road 2” will
lower to “Normal” ride height if no
other inputs from the user.
I.C.E. Mode excluding ESC
To release the vehicle in low grip
conditions (e.g.: heaps of snow, mud,
sand, etc), it is possible to shift the
transmission feature in the specific
driving mode as required for these
situations, by pressing the I.C.E.
button and to exclude completely the
yaw and spinning control system, by
pressing the button for at last three
seconds
(ESC OFF).
Setting Ride Height
The pneumatic suspension system
ensures vehicle continuous automatic
levelling and allows setting ground
clearance by simply moving the ride
height selector
The selector can be moved forward
(
) and backward (
) by one
position at a time in order to set six
different heights. Every position is
identified by the switch-on of the
corresponding LED at the left side of
the selector and in the dedicated area
at top right of the display.
The table below shows the possible
selector positions and the relevant
symbols.
Off Road 2
Off Road 1
Normal
Aero 1
Aero 2
During transition from one position to
another, the instrument panel display
will show a pop-up indicator (above
the coolant temperature indicator)
which reproduces the ride height
symbols. On this indicator, the LED for
the new position, set by means of
the selector on central console, will
flash while the LEDs of intermediate
positions will turn on when set
position is reached.
The new position will be displayed on
the dedicated area at top right of the
display and the indicator will turn off
after approximately 2 seconds.
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Entry/Exit
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suspension movements to ensure a
proper appearance.
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The system requires that the engine
be running for all changes. When
lowering the vehicle, all of the doors,
including the liftgate, must be closed.
If a door is opened at any time while
the vehicle is lowering, the change
will not be completed until the open
door/s is/are closed.
The pneumatic suspension system of
this vehicle uses a lifting and lowering
pattern preventing the headlights
from incorrectly shining into oncoming
traffic.
When raising the vehicle, the rear of
the vehicle will move up first and then
the front.
When lowering the vehicle, the front
will move down first and then the
rear. After the engine is turned off,
it may be noticed that the pneumatic
suspension system operates briefly,
this is normal. The system is correcting
the position of the vehicle with little
Display Messages
After shifting selector to change
position, a pop-up message will
indicate for 5 seconds when set
position has been reached (after
pneumatic suspension system
intervention that might last up to 30
seconds).
This type of message will be
displayed only if the option to view
all pneumatic suspension system
messages was set (For further
details, refer to “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
Set ride height and drive mode can be
monitored on instrument panel display
via “Drive mode” menu, using buttons
on the right-hand side of the steering
wheel (see chapter “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”).
The change from one position to
another can occur only if the following
requirements are met.
• Lifting: engine running, speed lower
than preset limit, etc.
• Lowering: engine running, speed
lower than preset limit, doors closed,
etc.
Ride height change can be temporarily
suspended or disabled under the
following conditions, as indicated in
the pop-up messages on instrument
panel display.
• High speed: decrease speed to set
new height.
• Pneumatic suspension system
overheat: wait for the system to cool
down before changing height.
• Door(s) and/or liftgate open: close
door(s) and liftgate to lower the
vehicle.
• Pneumatic suspension system
temporarily disabled or in fault:
wait a few minutes and repeat the
operation or contact the Service
Network .
• Low battery: start the engine to
recharge battery and change ride
height.
Driving
• Entry/Exit position not available:
check the cause preventing this
control.
Using the Ride Height Positions and
Speed Thresholds
The different ride heights that can
be set with the selector allow user
to drive the vehicle on and off road,
using the available drive modes and
functions.
NOTE:
The indications below explain as a
general rule which selector position
has to be used in certain situations
and which are the speed thresholds
at which it is possible to set the
available ride height and when system
automatically switches to a different
height. In any case, the driver must
always assess and set the ride height
and drive mode most suitable to the
conditions of the current driving path
on a case by case basis.
• Normal: normal ground clearance.
This is the standard height position
of the pneumatic suspension and is
meant for normal road conditions.
In this ride height position driver
can set the “NORMAL” and “I.C.E.”
drive modes. After the engine is
switched off, the drive mode is set
to “NORMAL”. If “OFF ROAD” drive
mode was set, “NORMAL” mode will
be set, but the user-set ride height
will remain until the speed threshold
is reached.
• Off Road 1: raises the vehicle by
approx. 25 mm (1 in).
This is the height suitable for most
off road driving conditions until the
other off road option is needed.
This ride height can set only in “OFF
ROAD” drive mode. Select this height
while the vehicle speed is below 80
km/h (50 mph). When in the “Off
Road 1” height, if the vehicle speed
remains between 80 km/h (50 mph)
and 90 km/h (56 mph) for over 30
seconds or if vehicle speed exceeds
90 km/h (56 mph), the vehicle will be
automatically lowered to “NORMAL”
height. For further details, refer to
"Off-road Drive" in this section.
• Off Road 2: raises the vehicle by
approx. 40 mm (1.5 in).
This height is intended for off-road
use only where maximum ground
clearance is required. This ride height
can be set only in “OFF ROAD” drive
mode. Select this height while the
vehicle speed is below 30 km/h (18
mph). When in the “Off Road 2”
height, if the vehicle speed remains
between 30 km/h (18 mph) and 40
km/h (25 mph) for over 30 seconds
or if vehicle speed exceeds 40
km/h (25 mph), the vehicle will be
automatically lowered to “Off Road
1” height. For further details, refer to
"Off-road drive" in this section.
• Aero 1: lowers the vehicle by approx.
20 mm (0.8 in).
This height provides improved
aerodynamics by lowering the
vehicle. This ride height is available
in “NORMAL”, “SPORT”, “
(Suspension)” or “I.C.E.” drive mode.
System automatically lowers the
vehicle when speed remains between
120 km/h (74.5 mph) and 130 km/h
(80 mph) for over 15 seconds or if
the vehicle speed exceeds 130 km/h
(80 mph). The system will return to
“NORMAL” height when the vehicle
speed remains between 100 km/h (62
mph) and 90 km/h (56 mph) for over
15 seconds or if the vehicle speed
falls below 90 km/h (56 mph). The
vehicle will enter “Aero 1” height,
regardless of vehicle speed if the
“SPORT” mode is set.
• Aero 2: lowers the vehicle by approx.
35 mm (1.4 in).
It is the height ensuring excellent
aerodynamics for top performance
further lowering the vehicle. This ride
height is available in “NORMAL”,
“SPORT ”, “
(Suspension)” or
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“I.C.E.” drive mode. This is the
default ride height when “CORSA”
drive mode (TROFEO version only)
is set. System automatically lowers
the vehicle when speed exceeds 170
km/h (105 mph) or when it remains
between 170 km/h (105 mph) and
185 km/h (115 mph) for over 15
seconds. The system will return to
Aero 1 height when the vehicle speed
remains between 155 km/h (96 mph)
and 140 km/h (87 mph) for over 15
seconds or if the vehicle speed falls
below 140 km/h (87 mph).
• Easy/Entry: lowers the vehicle by
approx. 45 mm (1.8 in).
This mode lowers the vehicle for
easier passenger entry and exit
as well as lowering the rear of
the vehicle for easier loading and
unloading of cargo from the boot
compartment. This ride height can
be set only in “NORMAL”, “SPORT
”, “
(Suspension)” or “I.C.E.”.
After selecting this height, once the
vehicle speed goes below 24 km/h
(15 mph), the vehicle height will
begin to lower. To exit “Entry/Exit”
mode, move selector to another
position or drive the vehicle over 24
km/h (15 mph). Automatic lowering
of the vehicle into “Entry/Exit”
mode can be enabled through the
MTC+ (refer to “MTC+ Settings”
in section “Dashboard Instruments
and Controls”). If this feature is
enabled, the vehicle will only lower
if the gearshift lever is in P (Park),
the engine is running, doors and
liftgate are closed and the pneumatic
suspension system should be either in
“NORMAL” or “Aero”. The Vehicle
will not automatically lower if the
pneumatic suspension system is in
“Off Road 2” or “Off Road 1” mode.
The lowering will be suppressed
when the ignition is switched off and
a door is opened to prevent setting
the alarm off.
Lowering Vehicle Height for Inactivity
Lowering of vehicle ground clearance
after a long period of inactivity should
be considered normal since it is due to
a drop of pressure in the pneumatic
suspension system.
Approximately, after one week of
inactivity, vehicle ground clearance
will lower by 10 mm (0.4 in). To set off
the drop of pressure due to inactivity,
it is necessary to start the engine and
allow some time until system reaches
operating pressure and lifts the vehicle
to set ride height. A message on
instrument cluster display will warn
driver when set ride height is reached.
Driving vehicle before the set riding
height is reached is not safe and could
damage suspension components.
WARNING!
After a long period of inactivity, drive
the vehicle only when reaches set ride
height to prevent any problems of the
pneumatic suspension system from
limiting occupants' safety.
"Launch Control" Mode
(TROFEO version only)
"Launch Control" mode is a
performance start procedure. By
activating this procedure you get
the best possible acceleration from
standstill of the car.
This mode allows you to ground
the torque necessary to prevent
the wheels from slipping during
acceleration performance.
Driving
To make a performance start in
"Launch Control" mode, the following
conditions must be met:
• Water and transmission temperature
in proper range.
• No engine, AWD and on board
systems faults.
• The vehicle must be traveled at least
700 km (440 mi).
• "CORSA" drive mode on.
• Shift lever in "D" or"M +/-" position.
• The vehicle must be stationary on a
level road surface.
• The driver door closed and the safety
belt fastened.
• With engine on, parking brake
disengaged, brake pedal pressed and
steering wheel straight, pull "–" left
paddle. The instrument cluster shows
the "Launch Control" engaged page.
• With brake pedal pressed full with
left foot, press full the accelerator
pedal (with right foot) as indicated
in the message on the instrument
cluster.
Launch Control Sequence
• To confirm the procedure, pull again
the "–" paddle down. To abort the
procedure, pull "+" right paddle.
• To confirm the "Launch Control"
sequence, press full the brake pedal
as indicated in the message on the
instrument cluster.
• Release brake pedal. The launch
of the vehicle starts with ESC that
manages the maximum performance
and engine torque calibrated to
maximize performance. Maximum
performance is achieved if driver let
the engine rpm stall above 2300 rpm
before releasing brake pedal.
NOTE:
• All the above mentioned conditions
must be verified in order to activate
"Launch Control" performance start
procedure.
• During “Launch Control” ACC,
FCW and HAS (if equipped) are
temporarily disabled.
• Each step displayed on the
instrument cluster has a time out
approximately of 5 seconds.
• "Launch Control" maneuver requires
to use both foot, left foot to brake
and right foot to accelerate at the
same time.
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Off-Road Drive
During the acceleration phase the
“Launch Control” symbol appears at
the top right of the TFT display.
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This vehicle is equipped with a specific
Off Road driving mode which allows
to drive through various terrain
conditions (rock, mud, sand), also in
uphill and downhill, eventually in
condition of lateral inclination. To set
the "OFF ROAD" drive mode, please
see paragraphs “Setting the Drive
Mode” and “Setting Ride Height” of
chapter “Drive Mode” in this section.
In order to enhance this specific
performance, the "OFF ROAD" drive
mode modifies the setting of:
• Ride height;
• Engine, transmission calibration;
• Suspensions.
When “OFF ROAD” is selected, ride
height is set to “Off Road 1” (vehicle
is higher by approx. 25 mm / 1 in). It
is possible to select ride height “Off
Road 2” (vehicle is raseid by approx.
40 mm / 1.5 in) using the ride height
selector.
“OFF ROAD” drive mode is limited up
to a max speed of 90 km/h (56 mph). In
case the vehicle speed should exceed
this limit, the drive mode will be deselected automatically and the drive
mode will return to “NORMAL”.
“Off Road 2” ride height is limited
instead up to a max speed of 40 km/h
(25 mph). In case the vehicle speed
should exceed this limit, ride height
will be put automatically to “Off Road
1” while driving mode will remain
“OFF ROAD”.
An advantage of the higher ground
clearance is a better view of the road,
allowing you to anticipate problems. A
higher clearance and the longer travel
of the suspension might allow the
vehicle to overcome some obstacles.
A higher ground clearance means
a higher center of gravity. If at all
possible, avoid sharp turns or abrupt
manoeuvres. Failure to operate this
vehicle correctly may result in loss of
control or vehicle rollover.
Although the pneumatic suspension
system contributes to limiting these
risks by setting precautionary speed
thresholds, the driver must always pay
utmost attention and drive carefully.
WARNING!
“Off Road 2” ride height must always
be selected in case of water fording.
Please remember water fording limits:
max depth of the water must be lower
than 50 cm (19 in) and crossing speed
lower than 8 km/h (5 mph).
In “OFF ROAD” drive mode, also
engine, transmission settings are
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changed in order to provide the
most suitable level of torque and
selected gear to improve traction on
low-adherence condition and uphill
climbing.
WARNING!
In case of downhill, the use of
the Hill Descent Control (HDC) is
recommended, especially for relevant
slope and in case of low-adherence
conditions.
Also suspensions (Skyhook Continuous
Damping Control) are set to a specific
calibration in “OFF ROAD” drive mode,
in order to obtain the right damping
force provided by the shock absorbers,
combined with the increased ride
heights “Off Road 1” and “Off Road
2”.
Driving Through Water
Set maximum ride height “Off Road 2”
before driving through water.
Although your vehicle is capable of
driving through water, there are a
number of precautions that must be
considered before entering the water.
NOTE:
Your vehicle is capable of water
fording to a maximum of 50 cm (19
in) of water. To maintain optimal
performance of your vehicle’s
heating and ventilation system it is
recommended to switch the system
into recirculation mode during water
fording.
CAUTION!
When driving through water, do not
exceed 8 km/h (5 mph). Always check
water depth before entering, as a
precaution. Check all fluids afterwards:
driving through water may cause
damage to engine and driveline that
may not be covered by the new vehicle
limited warranty
Driving through water more than
a few inches/centimeters deep will
require extra caution to ensure safety
and prevent damage to your vehicle.
If you must drive through water,
try to determine the depth and the
bottom condition (and location of any
obstacles) prior to entering. Proceed
with caution and maintain a steady
controlled speed lower than 8 km/h
(5 mph) while in water to minimize
wave effects that might cause serious
damage to all components, especially
engine.
WARNING!
Avoid driving through flowing or
standing water. Doing so can be
highly dangerous and can be very
difficult to determine the depth of
the water you are driving through.
If driving through water cannot be
avoided, and after driving through it,
apply the brakes lightly to ensure the
brakes are operating correctly.
Flowing Water
If the water is swift flowing and
rising (as in storm run-off), avoid
crossing until the water level recedes
and/or the flow rate is reduced. If
you must cross flowing water avoid
depths in excess of 25 cm (9 in).
The flowing water can erode the
streambed, causing your vehicle to sink
into deeper water and create waves
that could cause serious damage to
mechanical and electric components.
Determine exit point(s) that are
downstream of your entry point to
allow for drifting.
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Standing Water
Do not drive in standing water deeper
than 50 cm (19 in), and reduce speed
appropriately to minimize wave
effects.
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Maintenance
After driving through water, have your
vehicle fluids and lubricants inspected
at the Service Network to assure the
fluids have not been contaminated.
Driving in Snow and Wet Grass
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In heavy snow, when pulling a load,
or for additional control at slower
speeds, set “I.C.E.” drive mode with
transmission in M +/- (Manual) and
shift the transmission to a low gear.
See “Drive Mode” in this section for
further details. Do not shift to a lower
gear than necessary to maintain
forward motion. Over-revving the
engine can spin the wheels and
traction will be lost.
Avoid abrupt downshifts on icy or
slippery roads, because engine braking
may cause skidding and loss of control.
Follow these instructions even when
driving through a path section covered
with wet grass.
Driving in Mud and Sand
In general, when driving in mud and
sand, if your wheels spin, always
reduce the throttle in order to slow
the tires and regain traction.
• When driving in mud, avoid using
low gear that could cause wheel
spin. Follow the tyre and vehicle
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manufacturer’s advice on tire
pressure.
• When driving in sand, adopt lowest
gear possible. Tire pressure set at the
lower limits may help to increase the
vehicle capability. If you are driving
through sand dunes, avoid climbing
over them while try to go round
them.
Hill Climbing
Before climbing a hill, determine the
conditions at the crest and/or on the
other side and shift the transmission to
a lower gear.
The vehicle is equipped with Hill Start
Assist (HSA) that helps the driver
to manage the brake intervention
in acceleration when driving uphill
(for further details, refer to “Brake
and Stability Control System” in this
section).
If you stall or begin to lose forward
motion while climbing a steep hill,
allow your vehicle to come to a stop
and immediately apply the brakes. If
stalled, restart the engine, and shift
into R (Reverse). Back slowly down the
hill, allowing the compression braking
of the engine to help regulate your
speed. If the brakes are required to
control vehicle speed, apply them
lightly and avoid locking or skidding
the tires.
WARNING!
If you lose forward motion, or cannot
make it to the top of a hill or grade,
never attempt to turn around. To do
so may result in tipping and rolling
the vehicle. Always back carefully
straight down a hill in R (Reverse)
gear. Never back down a hill in N
(Neutral) using only the brake.
Remember, never drive diagonally
across a hill; always drive straight up or
down.
If the wheels start to slip as you
approach the crest of a hill, ease off
the accelerator and maintain forward
motion by turning the front wheels
slowly. This may provide a fresh “bite”
into the surface and will usually
provide traction to complete the climb.
Traction Downhill
When descending mountains or hills,
use Hill Descent Control (HDC) to avoid
repeated heavy braking (for further
details, refer to “Brake and Stability
Control System” in this section).
When descending mountains or hills,
repeated braking can cause brake fade
with loss of braking power. Avoid
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repeated heavy braking and downshift
the transmission whenever possible in
order to cool down the brakes.
Warnings and Tips for Off-road
Driving
When driving off-road, using the “OFF
ROAD” drive mode which is specific for
this use, it is necessary to pay utmost
attention when tackling potentially
dangerous paths.
Before moving off, always make sure
that the vehicle reached the ride
height set through the selector.
When driving, always:
• limit driving speed as much as
possible to tackle bends, bumpy
sections and slopes;
• increase visual control in front and
on the sides of the vehicle to quickly
spot any obstacles on your path
(potholes, branches, etc.);
• if possible, avoid going up steep
ramps without being aware of the
level of difficulty of the path beyond
the ramp peak;
• consider that weather conditions may
suddenly change and increase the
level of difficulty of the paths to be
driven through.
Always consider these tips further to
your experience gained in off-road
driving.
After Driving Off-road
Off-road operation puts more stress
on your vehicle than does most onroad driving. After going off-road,
it is always a good idea to check for
damage. That way you can get any
problems taken care of right away
and have your vehicle ready when you
need it.
• Completely inspect the underbody
of your vehicle. Check tires, body
structure, steering, suspension, and
exhaust system for damage.
• Inspect the radiator for mud and
debris that might decrease sinking
effect and clean as required.
• Check for accumulations of plants
or brush in underbody. These things
could be a fire hazard if they get in
contact with the exhaust system.
• After extended operation in
mud, sand, water, or similar dirty
conditions, have all parts that got in
contact with mud, sand and water
inspected and cleaned as soon as
possible.
WARNING!
Abrasive material in any part of the
brakes may cause excessive wear or
unpredictable braking operation.
You might not have full braking
power when you need it to prevent
a collision. Do not drive if braking
system is not perfectly efficient: get
your brakes checked and cleaned as
necessary by the Service Network.
• If you experience unusual vibration
after driving in mud, slush or similar
conditions, check the wheels and
suspension linkages for impacted
material. Impacted material can
cause wheel imbalance and affect
suspension response. Removing it will
correct the situation.
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Parking Brake
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The vehicle is equipped with an
electric automatic parking brake, also
called EPB (Electric Parking Brake).
The EPB braking action on model
with "Base" and "Dual Cast" braking
system (equipped with rear floating
caliper) is ensured by a power actuator
directly working on the brake pad
inside each caliper of the rear brake
system.
The "Performance Dual Cast" braking
system is equipped with a dedicated
caliper which acts on each rear brake
disc.
It can be automatically engaged
when the engine is turned off and
disengaged with engine running,
driver seatbelt latched and driver door
closed, while pressing the brake pedal
and operating the shift lever.
Furthermore, EPB can be automatically
engaged above a slope threshold
with transmission in parking to avoid
damage to the vehicle. EPB can be
disengaged before to turn off the
vehicle.
When the parking brake is applied, the
warning light
lights up on the
tachometer display and the related
message is displayed on the instrument
cluster for 5 seconds (see “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”).
During engagement and
disengagement procedures, the
warning light
flashes until
the parking brake has reached its
maximum activation force and is
respectively fully released.
In the above-mentioned conditions,
the automatic engagement function
can be deactivated/activated by
selecting the menu item “Vehicle
settings” on the main menu (refer to
paragraph “Deactivating Automatic
Operation” in this chapter).
Manual Engagement/
Disengagement
The parking brake can also be
manually engaged or disengaged
when the engine is running or the
ignition switch is in the RUN position,
by pressing the brake pedal and
raising the lever located behind the
shift lever.
When the parking brake is applied, the
warning light
lights up on the
tachometer and the related message
will be displayed for 5 seconds on the
instrument cluster.
If you attempt to engage/disengage
the parking brake without having
pressed the brake pedal, a message
will be displayed, warning you to press
the brake pedal.
If the engine was turned off when
the automatic engagement device
was deactivated (see “Deactivating
Automatic Operation” in this chapter)
it is possible to shift the parking brake
simply by pulling the lever upward
within 3 minutes after turning off.
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CAUTION!
The main function of the EPB is to
allow safe parking of the vehicle,
therefore it must only be applied
when the vehicle is already stationary.
If the EPB is used while the vehicle
is moving and decelerating until a
speed lower of 5 km/h (3 mph) and,
in particular, until complete stop
(typically in a sudden brake), it is
necessary to have the EPB system
checked by the Service Network.
Deactivating Automatic
Operation
The automatic engagement function
can be deactivated/reactivated by
selecting the menu item “Vehicle
settings” through the switch on
the right-side of the steering wheel
(refer to “Instrument Cluster” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”.)
Press and release the switch toward
the arrow ( ) to select “Electric Park
Brake”.
WARNING!
It is advisable to keep the “Auto
Apply” function always active (On) so
that the vehicle is properly secured
with electric parking brake.
WARNING!
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• Always hold the brake pedal
pressed during engagement or
disengagement of the parking brake.
• The EPB command activation while
running generates a deceleration of
the vehicle with strong deceleration
(Dynamic Braking). It is therefore
recommended to use this feature
only in case of emergency. The
stability of the car is guaranteed
by the action of the activated ESC
system.
• It is advisable to keep the “Auto
Apply” function always active
(On) so that the vehicle is properly
secured with electric parking brake.
Press and release the switch once
again toward the arrow ( ) to
visualize the options connected to this
function.
• Auto Apply On (recommended
setting);
• Auto Apply Off.
Scroll with the switch toward
the arrow
or
through the
programmable options.
Press and release the switch toward
the arrow ( ) to set the selected
option. A check mark will remain next
to the previously-selected item until a
new selection is made.
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CAUTION!
• Under certain conditions when the
“Setting Saved” Selection notification
appears as a popup for 2 seconds
then the display will show again the
modified function.
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battery voltage is low, the electric
automatic parking brake system
may temporarily be deactivated for
safety reasons. Therefore, typically
upon starting the engine, when the
battery voltage drops, a message
may temporarily be displayed,
indicating that automatic operation
is temporarily disabled.
• In case of repetitive requests to reset
the EPB through the messages shown
on the TFT display, please contact the
Service Network .
Failure Indication
In the event of electric parking brake
system failure, the warning light
on the display will light up and
the related message will show for 5
seconds.
In order to disable the automatic
operation follow the same procedures
and select the other option.
WARNING!
In the event of an EPB failure, take
your vehicle to the nearest Service
Network Center as soon as possible.
Initialize the EPB System after Reconnecting the Vehicle Battery
After the detachment and the
subsequent connection of the battery,
on the instrument cluster display the
warning light
will be illuminated.
To initialize the EPB system, lift,
release and lift again the lever located
behind the shift lever.
Emergency Disengagement
In case of brake lock with complete
electrical system failure, it is necessary
to force the electric actuator on the
rear calipers (see “Emergency Release
of the Parking Brake” chapter in
section “In an Emergency”).
EPB Operation with
Overheated Brakes
Driving on mountain roads with steep
slopes or a sports use of the vehicle
could overheat the brake system
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components. In these conditions,
parking brake must not be used since
the push of the power actuator might
not be sufficient to ensure vehicle
braking, especially on a slope.
Drive normally without braking to
allow the brakes to cool down a few
minutes before stopping. In this way,
the automatic or manual activation of
the parking brake will ensure vehicle
braking.
Parking
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure
that the parking brake is fully applied
in automatic or manual and place
the transmission lever in the P (Park)
position by pressing the “P” button.
WARNING!
• Always check that the vehicle is
locked before leaving it.
• Never leave children unattended in
the vehicle.
• Do not park the vehicle on paper,
grass, dry leaves or other flammable
materials. They could catch fire if
they come into contact with hot
parts of the exhaust system.
• Do not leave the engine running
while the vehicle is unattended.
CAUTION!
activate the Entry/Exit ride height to
avoid any contact of the bottom of
the car with the protrusions of the
ground.
When parking on hill roads, it is
important to turn the front wheels
toward the curb on a downhill grade
and away from the curb on an uphill
grade.
Apply the parking brake before
placing the shift lever in P (Park),
otherwise the load on the transmission
locking mechanism may make it
difficult to move the shift lever out of
P (Park).
In certain conditions, it is however
advisable to disengage the parking
brake manually and slightly apply the
service brake for starting off. This is
advisable when there are obstacles
very close to the vehicle in the
direction in which you intend to move.
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• When you need to park the
vehicle on a steep slope, both
with the engine on and off, it is
recommended not only to engage
the parking brake, but also to shift
the transmission lever to P (Park)
before leaving the vehicle.
• When parking on uneven surfaces
(rocks, sidewalks, etc..) do not
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“Drive Away Inhibit” strategy
In order to avoid a dangerous condition resulting from leaving the vehicle “not braked” with running engine and without
driver on board, “Drive Away Inhibit” strategy alerts the driver with messages on the instrument cluster display and
sounding chimes, then puts the transmission in P (Park).
The table shows the vehicle condition and the action that the system runs to exit the dangerous condition.
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Vehicle condition
Action of the driver
• Engine running and speed lower than 3
km/h (1.8 mph).
• Transmission in any position other P
(Park).
• Driver safety belt unlocked.
• Driver door opened.
• Brake pedal pressed.
The driver releases the brake pedal to get
out of the vehicle.
Warnings
Warnings
• Slow continuous chime.
• The condition of the vehicle not in P
(Park) position will be signalled by a
message on the display.
• Fast chime.
• A message which invites to engage
the parking brake to prevent vehicle
movement will be displayed on the
display.
The system puts
the transmission in
P (Park) position.
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Brake and Stability Control
System
The vehicle is endowed with an
Electronic Stability Control System
(ESC), which helps to maintain
directional control in the event of
loss of grip of the tires. The system is
able to detect potentially dangerous
situations for the stability of the
vehicle and automatically sets the
brakes on all four wheels in a
differentiated manner, in order to
provide a torque settlement of the
vehicle.
ESC includes the following subsystems:
• ABS (Anti-lock Braking System);
• EBD (Electronic Brake-force
Distribution);
• TCS (Traction Control System);
• BAS (Brake Assist System);
• BTO (Brake Throttle Override);
• HSA (Hill Start Assist).
• ROM (Roll-Over Mitigation);
• TSM (Trailer Sway Mitigation);
• HDC (Hill Descent Control).
WARNING!
• These systems cannot prevent
the natural laws of physics from
affecting the vehicle, nor can they
increase traction, braking or steering
efficiency beyond that afforded by
the condition of the vehicle brakes
and tires.
• These systems cannot prevent
collisions, including those resulting
from excessive speed in turns,
following another vehicle too
closely, or aquaplaning.
• The capabilities of a vehicle
equipped with these systems must
never be exploited in a reckless
or dangerous manner that could
jeopardise the driver’s and the
passenger’s safety or the safety of
others.
Electronic Stability Control
(ESC)
This system enhances directional
control and stability of the vehicle
under various driving conditions. The
ESC corrects over steering and under
steering of the vehicle by applying the
brake to the appropriate wheel.
Engine power may also be reduced to
assist in counteracting the conditions
of instability and maintain the right
direction. The system is also able to
reduce the engine power.
Through sensors fitted on the vehicle,
the ESC system detects the driver’s
chosen direction comparing it to the
one maintained while running. In case
of discrepancy between the required
trajectory and the current one, the ESC
system brakes the appropriate wheel
to counteract over or under steering.
• Oversteer - when the vehicle is
turning more than appropriate for
the steering wheel position.
• Understeer - when the vehicle is
turning less than appropriate for the
steering wheel position.
The ESC system has two available
operating modes:
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ESC on
This is the normal ESC operating mode.
At each start-up of the vehicle, the ESC
system is set in this mode and should
be used for most driving conditions.
The ESC should only be turned off for
specific reasons as pointed out in the
following paragraphs.
ESC off
The “ESC off” mode is aimed for a
more spirited driving experience but
also purposeful for driving in sand, or
gravel. The current mode disables the
TCS portion of the ESC and raises the
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threshold for ESC activation, allowing
higher wheel spin than normally
granted by the ESC system. The
(ESC OFF) button is fitted beside the
gear shift lever: to deactivate the
system see “Drive Mode” in this
section.
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WARNING!
In SPORT mode the ESC control
thresholds are higher for maximum
performance on dry road surface. To
ensure maximum security of the ESC is
recommended not to activate SPORT
mode on surfaces with medium- and
low-grip (e.g., wet, snow, dirt, etc..)
with ESC system active (button
(ESC Off) not pressed).
NOTE:
• When in “ESC off” mode, the TCS
functionality of ESC is deactivated
(except for the limited slip feature
described in the TCS paragraph
of this chapter). All other stability
features of ESC function regularly.
• To improve the vehicle's traction
when driving with snow chains, or
when starting off in deep snow,
sand, or gravel, it may be desirable
to switch to the “ESC off” mode by
pressing the
(ESC OFF) button and
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remain in this operational mode
no longer than needed. Once the
situation requiring “ESC off” mode
is overcome, turn the ESC on again
by pressing the
(ESC OFF) button.
This may also be performed while in
motion.
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
and Electronic Brake-force
Distribution (EBD)
The Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
provides increased vehicle stability
and brake performance under most
braking conditions. The system
automatically “pumps” the brakes
during severe braking to prevent
wheel lock-up.
The Electronic Brake-force Distribution
(EBD) prevents the rear wheels from
over-braking and provides greater
control of available braking forces
applied to the rear axle.
WARNING!
The ABS helps prevent the wheels
from locking, but it does not increase
the physical grip limits between the
tires and the road. Therefore, always
keep a safe distance from the vehicle
in front of yours and reduce your
speed when entering a curve.
NOTE:
• When the vehicle's speed is higher
than 11 km/h (7 mph), you may
hear a slight clicking sound as well
as other motor noises. The system
is performing a self-check cycle to
ensure that the ABS is working
properly.
• This self-check occurs each time the
vehicle is started and accelerated past
11 km/h (7 mph).
ABS is activated during braking under
certain road or stopping conditions.
ABS-inducing conditions can include
ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad
tracks, loose debris.
You may also experience the following
when the brake system goes into AntiLock:
• The ABS motor running (it may
continue to run for a short time after
the vehicle stops).
• The clicking sound of solenoid valves.
• Brake pedal pulsations.
• A slight drop or fall away of the
brake pedal at the end of the stop.
These are all normal characteristics of
ABS functioning.
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Traction Control System (TCS)
WARNING!
• The ABS contains sophisticated
electronic equipment that may be
susceptible to interference caused by
improperly-installed or high-output
radio transmitting equipment. This
interference can cause possible
loss of anti-lock braking capability.
Installation of such equipment
should be performed by qualified
Maserati personnel.
• Pumping the Anti-Lock Brakes will
diminish their effectiveness and may
lead to a collision. Pumping brakes
makes the stopping distance longer.
Just press firmly on your brake pedal
when you need to slow down or
stop
• The ABS installed to this vehicle does
not control trailer braking system.
Pay utmost attention when driving
on slippery ground since the trailer
traction might get poorer and driver
might lose control of the vehicle.
• Do not modify the vehicle braking
system to control the trailer brakes.
The hydraulic system controlling
vehicle braking must remain
independent from trailer braking
system.
The current device is an integral
part of the ESC system. It operates
automatically by reducing the power
transmitted by the engine in case of
slipping, loss of grip on wet floor
(aquaplaning), acceleration on slippery
snow-covered or frozen surfaces, etc.
Activating under slip conditions
different control systems:
• if slippage affects both drive wheels,
it reduces the power transmitted by
the engine;
• if slippage only affects one drive
wheel, it brakes the slipping wheel
automatically.
Brake Assist System (BAS)
This system completes the ABS system
by optimising the vehicle braking
capacity during emergency brake
manoeuvres. The system detects an
emergency braking situation by
sensing the rate and amount of brake
application and then applies optimum
pressure to the brakes in order to help
reduce braking distances.
The quick brake coupling is optimal
for BAS performances. In order to fully
exploit the system, apply continuous
brake pedal pressure during the entire
vehicle stop sequence. Do not reduce
brake pedal pressure earlier than
required. Once the brake pedal is
released, the BAS is deactivated.
Brake Throttle Override (BTO)
To complete the range of systems
that assist braking, the vehicle is
equipped with BTO, which is designed
to stop the vehicle even when it
is being accelerated. If the brake
pedal is depressed together with
the accelerator, the system does not
consider as “conflict” the sequence
“brake-first-then-accelerator” of pedal
application and it will not engage the
BTO. When the system recognizes that
the accelerator pedal is stuck pressed
and the sequence “accelerator-first
then- brake-pressed” (this sequence is
recognized as a “conflict”), the engine
power will be automatically reduced
and, if the driver continues to depress
the accelerator, the system can make
the vehicle to come to a complete
stop.
Additionally, if the brake pedal is
released when the accelerator is still
stuck pressed, the corresponding
engine torque increase gradually to a
safe value.
The system exits from this strategy
when the accelerator pedal is
completely unstuck.
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Hill Start Assist (HSA)
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The HSA system is designed to assist
the driver when starting a vehicle
uphill. HSA will maintain the level of
brake pressure applied for a short
period of time also after releasing the
brake pedal.
If the driver does not apply the
throttle during this short period of
time, the system will release brake
pressure and the vehicle will start
sloping down. The system will release
brake pressure proportionally to the
amount of throttle/torque applied
as the vehicle starts to move in the
chosen direction.
By scrolling MTC+ user settings and
selecting “Safety & Driving Assistant”,
the driver can disable the HSA system.
HSA Activation Criteria
The following criteria must be met in
order for HSA to activate:
• vehicle is stationary.
• gear selection matches vehicle uphill
direction (i.e., vehicle facing uphill
is in forward gear; vehicle backing
uphill is in reverse gear).
HSA will work in R (Reverse) and all
forward gears when the activation
criteria have been met.
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The system will not activate if the
transmission is placed in N (Neutral) or
P (Park).
Roll-Over Mitigation (ROM)
This system anticipates the potential
for wheel lift by monitoring the
driver's steering wheel input and the
speed of the vehicle. When ROM
determines that the rate of change of
the steering wheel angle and vehicle's
speed are sufficient to potentially
cause wheel lift, it then applies the
appropriate brake and may also
reduce engine power to lessen the
chance that wheel lift will occur.
ROM will only intervene during very
severe or evasive driving maneuvers.
ROM can only reduce the chance of
wheel lift occurring during severe or
evasive driving maneuvers. It cannot
prevent wheel lift due to other factors,
such as road and off-road conditions,
leaving the roadway, or striking
objects or other vehicles.
WARNING!
Many factors, such as vehicle loading,
road and off-road conditions, and
driving conditions, influence the
chance that wheel lift or rollover may
occur. ROM cannot prevent all wheel
lift or roll-overs, especially those
that involve leaving the roadway
or striking objects or other vehicles.
The capabilities of a ROM-equipped
vehicle must never be exploited in a
reckless or dangerous manner, which
could jeopardize the user’s safety or
the safety of others.
Trailer Sway Mitigation (TSM)
TSM uses sensors in the vehicle to
recognize an excessively swaying
trailer and will take the appropriate
actions to attempt to stop the sway.
The system may reduce engine
power and apply the brake of the
appropriate wheel(s) to counteract
the sway of the trailer. TSM will
become active automatically once
an excessively swaying trailer is
recognized.
TSM cannot stop all trailers from
swaying. Always use caution when
towing a trailer and follow the trailer
tongue weight recommendations.
Refer to “Trailer Towing” in this
section for further information.
When TSM is functioning, the “ESC
Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” will flash (see “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”), the engine
power may be reduced and you may
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feel the brakes being applied to
individual wheels to attempt to stop
the trailer from swaying.
TSM is disabled when the ESC system is
partially deactivated (button
(ESC
OFF) pressed, LED on).
WARNING!
If TSM activates while driving, slow
the vehicle down, stop at the nearest
safe location, and adjust the trailer
load to eliminate trailer sway.
Standard Configuration
Hill Descent Control (HDC)
HDC maintains vehicle speed while
descending hills during various driving
situations, by actively controlling the
brakes.
HDC is part of the ESC system and has
three possible states:
• Off: feature is not enabled and will
not activate.
• Enabled: feature is enabled and
ready but activation conditions
are not met, or driver is actively
overriding with brake or throttle
application.
• Active: feature is enabled and
actively controlling vehicle speed.
Enabling and Activating the HDC
HDC is enabled by pressing the HDC
switch on LH side of steering wheel.
Optional Configuration
NOTE:
The figures only show the Standard
Configuration.
The following conditions must also be
met to enable HDC:
• Maximum activation speed: 30 km/h
(18 mph).
• Parking brake is released.
• Driver door is closed.
HDC enabling is indicated by the
white light with below 3 dashes
on instrument panel display coming
steady on. The light remains white
while the driver operates the pedal
unit to change the speed, or when
driving on a flat stretch of road
between two descents, or when the
descent is over.
Failed enabling is indicated by a
message on display.
Once enabled, when driving the
system automatically activates HDC.
When the vehicle is within a defined
threshold of slope (12%), the
light
turns green and the current speed
appears below it until the default
speed value set to 8 km/h (5 mph).
When the vehicle exceeds a defined
threshold of slope (12%), the
light
turns green and the current speed
appears below it until the default
speed value set to 3-4 km/h (1.8-2.5
mph). Therefore, the vehicle speed is
increased or decreased until it reaches
the default value.
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The set speed for HDC is selectable
by the driver, and can be adjusted
by using the pedal unit or the
multifunction control on steering
wheel, which is the same used to set
the Cruise Control (see “Electronic
Cruise Control” or “Adaptive Cruise
Control - ACC” in this section).
• If the driver brakes, the speed goes
below the default value: when s/he
releases the brake pedal, the speed
goes back to 4 km/h (3 mph).
• If the driver accelerates without
exceeding the maximum limit value
of 30 km/h (18 mph), when s/he
releases the accelerator pedal HDC
will set to the speed reached by
vehicle in that moment. The set value
appears under the
green light on
the display.
Or:
• Push down (SET -) multifunction
switch to decrease the speed up to 3
km/h (1.8 mph) : pressing the brake
pedal up to default speed of 8 km/h
(5 mph). The set value appears under
the
green light on the display.
brake pedal, the
light turns white
to indicate that HDC feature is
temporarily cancelled.
• Push up (RES +) multifunction switch
to increase speed until the required
value is displayed below the
green light on display.
Driver Override
If the driver pushes the accelerator
and the vehicle speed exceeds the set
speed, the
green light will stay on
and a pop-up message on display will
warn driver.
HDC Cancelled
If the driver press down (CANC)
multifunction switch or presses the
• HDC will be deactivated but remain
available when driver pushes the
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accelerator steadily, without
exceeding 30 km/h (18 mph). A
pop-up message and the
green
light will stay on.
• When the vehicle speed exceeds 30
km/h (18 mph) but is lower than 50
km/h (31 mph) this function turns to
stand-by mode, the
light with
below the set speed turns white.
In this case, to reset the function
it is necessary to push up (RES +)
multifunction switch.
• While, if speed exceeds 50 km/h (31
mph), or when driving beyond 30
km/h (18 mph) for over 70 seconds,
system will immediately disable the
feature and the
light will turn off.
Brake Overheating with HDC
The icon on instrument cluster display
and the LED on steering wheel button
will flash when HDC deactivates due
to overheated brakes. The flashing will
stop and HDC will activate again once
the brakes have cooled sufficiently.
WARNING!
HDC
is
only intended to assist the
•
driver in controlling vehicle speed
when descending hills. The driver
must remain attentive to the driving
conditions and is responsible for
maintaining a safe vehicle speed.
• Prolonged use of the system might
overheat the brakes. In case of
brake overheating, the HDC,
if active, will be progressively
deactivated after warning the driver
(switch-off of LED on button);
feature can be reactivated only after
brake temperature has decreased
sufficiently. Distance that can
be traveled depends on brake
temperature, load and vehicle speed.
• The performance of a vehicle
equipped with HDC must never be
exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner that could jeopardise the
driver’s safety or the safety of
others.
Using the Brakes
CAUTION!
To obtain a good performance by
brake pads and discs, avoid sudden
braking during the first 300 km (190
mi).
The pad wear limit is indicated by the
illumination of the warning light
,
on the instrument cluster.
In this event, please contact the
Service Network .
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WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake
failure and possibly an accident.
Driving with your foot resting or
riding on the brake pedal can result in
abnormally high brake temperatures,
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excessive lining wear, and possible
brake damage. In an emergency full
braking capacity may be impaired.
Note for Diesel Engine (Diesel only)
During driving, if the brake pedal and
accelerator are pressed at the same
time, the latter no longer responds to
the driver’s command and the engine
system limits the performance of the
car until the normal driving conditions
is restored.
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Wear on the brake pads and brake
discs depends to a great extent on the
driving style and the conditions of use
and therefore cannot be expressed in
actual kilometres/miles driven on the
road.
The brake system is designed for
optimal braking effect at all speeds
and temperatures.
Certain speeds, braking forces and
ambient conditions (e.g. temperature,
humidity and long outdoor stopping
periods) can therefore cause the
brakes to "squeal". This is normal and
will cease after a few brakings.
New Brake Pads and/or Brake
Discs
New brake pads have to be “bed in”,
and therefore only attain optimal
friction to the brake disc when the
vehicle has covered several hundred
km/miles.
During this first period, the slightly
reduced braking ability must be
compensated for by pressing the brake
pedal harder. This applies whenever
the brake pads and/or brake discs are
replaced.
Brake Overheating
Driving on mountain roads with steep
slopes or a sports use of the vehicle
could overheat the brake system
components. In these conditions,
parking brake must not be used since
the push of the power actuator might
not be sufficient to ensure vehicle
braking, especially on a slope.
Drive normally without braking to
allow the brakes to cool down a few
minutes before stopping. In this way,
the automatic or manual activation of
the parking brake will ensure vehicle
braking.
Brake overheating could also cause
“squeals” and “vibrations”.
Use of the Engine
Breaking-In
Today's most modern production
methods are designed to provide
extremely precise construction and
assembly of components. However,
moving parts do undergo a settling
process, basically in the first hours of
vehicle operation.
Do not drive keeping at a constant
high speed rate for a prolonged time.
While cruising, brief full-throttle
acceleration within the limits of
local traffic laws contributes to a
good break-in. Wide-open throttle
acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine
at the factory is a high-quality energy
conserving type lubricant. Oil changes
should be consistent with anticipated
climate conditions under which
vehicle operations will occur. For the
recommended viscosity and quality
grades, see “Refillings” in section
“Features and Specifications”.
A new engine may consume some
oil during its first few thousand
kilometers/miles of operation. This
should be considered as a normal part
of the break-in and not interpreted as
an indication of malfunction.
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Specific Requirements for Gasoline
Engines
Avoid exceeding 5000 rpm for the first
1000 trip km (620 mi).
After starting the vehicle, do not
exceed 4000 rpm until the engine
has warmed up sufficiently (coolant
temperature: 65-70°C /149-158°F).
Specific Requirements for Diesel
Engine
During the first 1500 km (900 mi)
avoid heavy loads, e.g. driving at full
throttle. Do not exceed 2/3 of the
maximum permissible engine speed for
each gear. In M +/- (Manual) shifting
mode, change gear in good time. Do
not shift down a gear manually in
order to brake.
Trailer Towing
During the first 1000 km (620 mi) of a
new vehicle it is advisable not to tow a
trailer. This allows to limit the load on
the engine and on the other parts of
the vehicle.
While Driving
Never travel with the tachometer
indicator approaching the peak
rpm, not even downhill. When the
tachometer indicator is approaching
the peak rpm (red colored zone), take
precautions to avoid exceeding that
limit.
CAUTION!
• Under normal conditions, all red
Gasoline
warning lights on the instrument
cluster display should be off. When
they come on, they indicate a
malfunction. Refer to “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”.
• Continuing to drive when a red
warning light is on could cause
serious damage to the vehicle and
affect its performance.
WARNING!
Do not travel downhill with the
engine off, as the servo brake will no
longer function due to the vacuum
decrease and thus after a few braking
attempts, the system becomes totally
inefficient. The Electric Power Steering
will not provide assistance.
Diesel
Ensure proper operation of different
devices checking their respective
control telltales.
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Note for Diesel Engine (Diesel only)
During driving, if the brake pedal and
accelerator are pressed at the same
time, the latter no longer responds to
the driver’s command and the engine
system limits the performance of the
car until the normal driving conditions
is restored.
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On-Board Diagnostic System
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Your vehicle is equipped with a
sophisticated onboard diagnostic
system. This system monitors the
performance of the emissions, engine,
and automatic transmission control
systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will
provide excellent performance and
fuel economy, as well as engine
emissions well within current local
regulations of various countries.
If any of these systems require service,
the system will turn on the
malfunction indicator light (MIL). It
will also store diagnostic codes and
other information to assist which your
Service Center will use to service
your vehicle. Although the vehicle
will still be driveable and not need
towing, contact the Service Network
for service as soon as possible.
CAUTION!
• Prolonged driving with the
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) on
could cause further damage to the
emissions control system. It could also
affect fuel economy and driveability.
The vehicle must be serviced before
any emissions tests can be performed.
• If the
Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) is flashing while the
engine is running, severe catalytic
converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is
required at the Service Network.
• After the problem has been solved,
the Service Network personnel will
perform specific tests on the test
bench for a complete check of the
system and, if necessary, also road
tests, even on long distances.
Regenerate the Diesel
Particulate Filter (DPF)
Under conditions of exclusive short
duration and low speed driving cycles,
the engine and exhaust aftertreatment
system may never reach the conditions
required to remove the trapped
Particulate Matter (PM). This
conditions is reported by the messages
on TFT display. To restore the exhaust
aftertreatment system to normal
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operating condition it is necessary to
regenerate the DPF by following the
indications reported in the paragraph
"TFT Display: Warning/Indicator
Lights of Set Modes/Functions" of
the chapter "Instrument Cluster" in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”.
CAUTION!
• Prolonged driving with the MIL on
inhibits the regeneration process
with possible DPF clogged.
• Maserati is not responsible for
defects occurring due to not
performed DPF regeneration process.
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF)
(for versions/markets where
provided)
To reduce the emissions of particulate
matter, the exhaust system is equipped
with a particulate filter optimized
for the back pressure and with a high
filtration efficiency.
This filter is maintenance-free and
self-regulating and therefore does
not require a regeneration procedure
when using the car. This performance
made possible by the improvement of
the filtering support between engine
and silencer.
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Electronic Cruise Control
The electronic Cruise Control (CC)
enables the driver to maintain the
desired vehicle speed without pressing
the accelerator pedal, reducing driving
fatigue on highways, especially long
trips, as the set speed is automatically
maintained. A firm press on the
accelerator pedal or the braking pedal
will temporarily deactivate the cruise
control function.
CAUTION!
The device can only be switched on at
speeds exceeding 30 km/h (18 mph)
and it switches off automatically when
the brake pedal or the accelerator
pedal is pressed.
WARNING!
The Cruise Control function must only
be activated when traffic and the
route permit a constant speed to be
maintained safely for a sufficiently
long distance.
Control configuration depends on
which driver assist systems are installed
to the vehicle.
In the standard configuration there is
a specific button to enable and disable
the CC.
Control buttons have the following
functions:
Standard Configuration
ON/OFF button to
engage/disengage CC system.
Optional Configuration
Press ACC Gap button and hold
it down for 2 seconds to enable
the CC system.
Press ACC button to disable the
CC system.
Shared by All Configurations
Standard Configuration
In the optional configuration, there
is no specific button to enable and
disable the CC, since driver uses the
ACC control buttons.
Controls
The electronic Cruise Control controls
are located on the left side of the
steering wheel.
Multifunction switch:
• Press up (indication RES
+): increase speed, set
current speed or resume
previously set speed when
system is in “cancelled”
status;
• Pushed (indication CANC):
deletes the set speed;
• Press down (indication
SET -): set speed/decrease
speed.
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NOTE:
• The figures only show the Standard
Configuration.
Optional Configuration
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• In order to ensure proper operation,
the CC system has been designed
to shut down if multiple systems
are operated at the same time
(example: ACC and FCW). When
conditions so allow, the CC system
can be reactivated by pushing
the CC “ON/OFF” button or the
ACC Gap button (in the Optional
Configuration) and resetting the
desired vehicle set speed.
inactivity, the display goes back to last
screen.
Activation
To turn the system on, push the
ON/OFF button or the ACC Gap
button for 2 seconds (in the Optional
Configuration). The
white light
with below 3 dashes on the instrument
cluster display will illuminate.
Displayed Information
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CC conditions are displayed on
instrument cluster after selecting
“Driver Assist” menu (see paragraph
“TFT Display: Menus and Settings"
under “Instrument Cluster” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
Displayed information depends on
system status: ready, set, temporarily
cancelled or override.
Apart from the pop-up messages at
the centre of the display, CC system
status is represented by icons at the
top left. These icons remain displayed
even when you exit the "Driver Assist"
screen.
The CC screen can be displayed any
time driver changes system status
or settings. After 5 seconds of CC
WARNING!
Never leave the electronic Cruise
Control system on when not in use.
You could accidentally set the system
or cause it to go faster than you want.
Always leave the system off when you
are not using it.
Speed Range of Use
Speed
km/h (mph)
Minimum
30 (18)
Engaged/activated
30 (18)
Maximum
210 (130)
Setting Desired Speed
To turn the system off, push the
ON/OFF button a second time
or the ACC button (in the Optional
Configuration). The
white light
will turn off.
NOTE:
The CC system must be turned off
when not in use.
Turn on the CC function. When the
vehicle has reached the desired speed
(in the example: 100 km/h), push
downward the multifunction switch
(SET -) and release.
The
green light with below the
desired speed will illuminate on the
instrument cluster display.
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Release the accelerator and the vehicle
will operate at the selected speed.
NOTE:
The vehicle should be traveling at a
steady speed and on level ground
before pushing the switch downward.
Pressing the
“ON/OFF” button or
the ACC Gap button for 2 seconds (in
the Optional Configuration) or moving
the ignition switch in OFF position
erases the set speed memory.
Changing Speed Setting
Pushing the multifunction switch
upward (RES +) or downward (SET
-) once, or by holding it down, will
enable to increase or decrease the
set speed by one unit (1 km/h or 1
mph). If the car is equipped with
ADAS Systems, the single press of the
multifunction switch will increase or
decrease the set speed of 1 km/h or
1 mph; a continuous pressure of the
same will increase or decrease the set
speed of 10 km/h or 5 mph.
Release the switch when the desired
speed is reached, and the new set
speed will be visualized below the
green light.
Each subsequent tap of the
multifunction switch will increase or
decrease the speed by 1 km/h or 1
mph.
Driver Override
If the driver presses the accelerator
pedal while the CC is on, such as to
overtake another vehicle, and exceeds
the set speed limit, the system will
temporarily deactivate the CC. During
the event, the speed indication below
the green
light will be blinking.
Temporary Deactivation
A soft tap on the brake pedal, pressing
the multifunction switch (CANC), or
normal brake pressure while slowing
the vehicle will temporarily deactivate
the CC without erasing the set speed
memory. The
white light with
below the set speed will appear on the
display.
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When the accelerator pedal is
released, the vehicle will return to the
set speed and the
green light with
below the set speed with steady light
will be displayed.
Resume Speed
To resume a previously set speed, push
upward the multifunction switch
(RES +) and release. The
green
light with below the set speed will
illuminate on the instrument cluster.
Resume can be used at any speed
above 30 km/h (18 mph).
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Using Electronic Cruise Control
on Hill
The transmission may be downshifted
on hills to maintain the vehicle set
speed. The CC system maintains
set speed up and down hills. A
slight speed change on moderate
hills is normal. On steep slopes it is
recommend to drive without CC.
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WARNING!
Electronic Cruise Control can be
dangerous where the system cannot
maintain a constant speed. Your
vehicle could go too fast for the
conditions, and you could lose control
and have an accident. Do not use
electronic Cruise Control in heavy
traffic or on winding, icy, snowcovered or slippery roads.
Adaptive Cruise Control ACC (optional)
ADAS Equipments
The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is
part of ADAS equipments together
with:
• Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
• Active Blind Spot Assist (ABSA)
• Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
• Highway Assist (HAS) (for
versions/markets, where provided)
• Traffic Sign Assist (TSA).
FCW, HAS and TSA are separate
functions that may not be present
in the ADAS equipment. For more
details see “Forward Collision Warning
- FCW”, “Highway Assist - HAS" and
"Traffic Sign Assist - TSA" in this
section.
NOTE:
LKA and ABSA are described in the
relevant chapters of this section.
ACC Preview
The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
further increases the drive comfort
ensured by the Cruise Control when
driving on highways and freeways.
Always consider that ACC is not a
safety system and is not designed to
prevent accidents.
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The ACC allows driver to keep Cruise
Control active in limited or moderate
traffic conditions with no need to
constantly restore the Cruise Control.
The ACC uses a radar sensor, located
on the front grille behind the trident,
and the camera behind the internal
rear-view mirror to detect the
presence of a vehicle ahead at a close
distance and moving in the same
direction.
This vehicle, in this chapter, will
be indicated as "target vehicle" or
"vehicle ahead".
NOTE:
• If the sensor detects no vehicle
ahead, the ACC system will maintain
set steady speed.
• If the ACC sensor detects a vehicle
ahead, the ACC system automatically
kicks in by slightly accelerating or
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braking (to avoid exceeding the
initially set speed) so that the vehicle
keeps present distance, trying to
adapt to the speed of the detected
vehicle ahead.
WARNING!
• The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is
designed to increase vehicle driving
comfort. It must not be considered
as a means replacing the required
attention of the driver. The driver is
always required to drive carefully.
The driver is always required to
pay utmost attention to driving
conditions (road, traffic, weather)
and style (speed, distance from
sensed vehicle ahead, brake use).
Driver has the full responsibility of
the vehicle therefore his attention
is crucial to keeping vehicle control
in particular when approaching
curves, rounds and situations with
heavy traffic. Failure to follow these
warnings can result in a collision and
death or serious personal injury.
• In some driving scenarios, the ACC
could have detection problems. In
such cases, the ACC could kick in late
or unexpectedly. The driver must
be careful since his/her intervention
could be necessary.
• It is always driver responsibility to
obey to speed limits and to keep
minimum legal distance to the
preceding vehicle foreseen for the
specific country.
• ACC system can decelerate only with
limited braking, it cannot execute
emergency braking.
The ACC system:
• Does not activate/react in the
presence of pedestrians, bicycle and
not licensable vehicle in general,
incoming traffic from opposite
direction and steady objects such as a
vehicle stuck in a traffic jam or for a
fault.
• Is meant for the use on highways and
well-build roads, not for city traffic or
mountain roads.
• May not have enough time to react
and/or decelerate sufficienlty on
vehicles when lane is changed too
fast or the relative speed is too high.
In such cases the driver has to react
appropriately also without any
acoustic/visual warning.
• Cannot consider road, traffic and
weather conditions and might prove
limited when visibility is poor.
• Does not always fully recognise
complex driving conditions and this
could cause wrong assessment of the
required safety distance.
It is recommended to disable the ACC
system in the following instances:
• When driving in the fog, heavy rain,
heavy snow, slush, heavy traffic and
similar complex situations such as
for instance highway sections where
there are men at work.
• When entering a junction lane or
a slip road to leave the highway;
when driving on narrow, icy, snowy,
slippery roads, or on steep up and
downhill roads.
• The system is designed and calibrate
for car with no trailer.
• When circumstances do not allow to
drive safely at constant speed.
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Displayed Information
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
condition, as well as the LKA
and HAS status, is displayed on
instrument cluster after selecting
“Driver Assist” menu (see paragraph
“TFT Display: Menus and Settings"
under “Instrument Cluster” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
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Displayed information depends on
system status: ready, set, temporarily
cancelled or override.
Apart from the image at the centre
of the display, CC, ACC, HDC, LKA and
HAS systems status is represented by
icons at the top left and right. These
icons remain displayed even when you
exiting the "Driver Assist" screen.
The vehicle(s) and horizontal bars
represent the ACC status as ready
(white) or with sensed vehicle ahead
(green); the white, grey or yellow lines
represent the LKA and HAS systems.
The ACC screen can be displayed any
time driver changes system status
or settings. After 5 seconds of ACC
inactivity, the display goes back to last
screen.
3.
4.
1.
ACC Controls and Activation
Conditions
The buttons on steering wheel L/H side
control ACC operation and the other
functions/driver assist systems installed
to this vehicle.
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2.
Multifunction control shared by
all driver assist functions/systems:
- Press up (indication “RES +”):
increase speed, set current speed
or resume previously set speed
when system is in “cancelled”
status.
- Pushed (indication “CANC”):
cancel the function if it was in
“set” status, going in a ready
condition but remembering the
previous set speed.
- Press down (indication “SET -”):
set speed/decrease speed.
Two functions button with ACC
activated:
- ACC Gap: pressed and released;
set the distance to sensed vehicle
ahead as horizontal bars (setting
cycle starts to 3 bars).
- CC On: pressed for 2 seconds
activates the CC system.
- Press it to switch from CC to ACC.
ACC ON/OFF button. If enabled,
pressing this button will disable
CC.
HAS ON/OFF button with ACC set
only . See "Highway Assist - HAS"
in this section for further details.
NOTE:
Any change made to tire dimensions
affects performance of Adaptive Cruise
Control and Front Collision Warning
(FCW), if equipped.
The ACC is not activated in the
following conditions:
• When braking.
• When parking brake is activated.
• When automatic transmission is in P
(Park), R (Reverse) or N (Neutral).
• When vehicle speed is out of preset
speed range.
• When brakes are too hot.
• When driver door is open.
• When the driver’s seat belt is
unbuckled.
• When the road is particularly steep
(both uphill and downhill) at low
speed.
• When ride height is "Off Road 1" or
“Off Road 2”, or drive mode is "OFF
ROAD".
• When drive mode
(ESC OFF) is
selected.
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• When the door is opened at low
speed.
• When there has been an ESC event in
the last 5 seconds, or is still active.
• When there is an object too close in
front of the vehicle.
It is possible that more than one
system is active at the same time such
as ACC and ABSA just to mention
some.
While activation of ACC and CC at the
same time is impossible.
When in Driver Assist Page
Speed Range of Use
Speed
km/h (mph)
Minimum
0 (0)
Engaged/activated
30 (18)
Maximum
210 (130)
Activation/Deactivation
NOTE:
Pictures show status of ACC and LKA
systems.
Press and release
ON/OFF button
to activate the ACC. The display will
show the
white symbol with below
3 dashes will illuminate indicating that
system is ready to be set.
Push the ON/OFF button a second time
and release to turn the system off.
A pop-up message is displayed for
2 seconds to indicate that ACC was
disabled.
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If a vehicle is detected as being too
close, the display will show a message
for 5 seconds and trigger a buzzer to
warn the driver that current conditions
do not allow enabling of the ACC. At
any rate, system will remain in the
ready status.
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Driver Override
WARNING!
Leaving the Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) system on when not in use is
dangerous. You could accidentally
activate the system or cause it to go
faster than you want. Always leave
the system off when you are not using
it.
Setting the Speed
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When vehicle reaches required
speed, press down and release
the multifunction control (SET -).
The display will show set speed
corresponding to vehicle current one.
Speed value will be indicated below
the
green symbol and above the
distance bars, in the center of the
display.
Remove foot from accelerator pedal
and vehicle will continue at set speed.
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If driver accelerates beyond the set
speed or faster than the car would do
autonomously, the set speed below
the
green light will be blinking
and the time gap bars will vanish
to remember that in this condition
the system cannot control the
distance between vehicle and sensed
vehicle ahead. Vehicle speed will be
determined only by the accelerator
pedal position.
Changing Speed Setting
Once speed is set, driver can increase
or decrease it by respectively pressing
multifunction control up (RES +) or
down (SET -). Speed can be increased
or decreased in two ways:
• Pressing control once, set speed will
increase or decrease by one unit
corresponding to 1 km/h (1 mph).
• Hold the control to increase or
decrease set speed by 10 km/h (5
mph) at a time.
NOTE:
• When pressing the multifunction
control up (RES +) or down (SET -),
the new set speed will be the current
speed of the vehicle.
• When using (SET -) control to
decelerate, if the engine braking
power does not slow down the
vehicle sufficiently to reach the
set speed, the brake system will
automatically slow down the vehicle.
• The ACC system applies the brake
down to a full stop when following
a target vehicle. If an ACC host
vehicle follows a target vehicle to a
standstill, after two-three seconds
the system will not be able to resume
driving the car autonomously. As this
point it is necessary the intervention
of the driver on the multifunction
control (press SET- or RES+) or press
the accelerator pedal (see “ACC
Operation Before and During Stop”
in this chapter).
• The ACC system maintains set speed
when driving up hill and down hill.
However, a slight speed change
on moderate hills is normal. In
addition, downshifting may occur
while climbing uphill or descending
downhill. This is normal operation
and necessary to maintain set speed.
When driving uphill and downhill,
the ACC system will cancel if the
braking temperature exceeds normal
range.
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Temporary Deactivation
A soft tap on the brake pedal, pushing
the multifunction control (CANC), or
normal brake pressure while slowing
the vehicle will temporarily deactivate
the ACC without erasing the set speed
memory. The
white light will
appear on the display with below the
set speed.
Conditions for Disabling and
Deactivation
Besides the cases specified in the
previous paragraph, the following
conditions will disable the system:
• Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) kicks in.
• Transmission lever is not in D (Drive).
• “CORSA” drive mode (TROFEO
version only) is set.
• Ride height is set to “Off Road 1” or
“Off Road 2”.
• The Electronic Stability Control and
the Traction Control System (ESC/TCS)
activate.
• Vehicle parking brake is operated.
• The driver safety belt is unbuckled at
low speed.
• The driver door is ajar at low speed.
• The driver disabled the ESC using
the
(ESC Off) button on central
console.
• The road is too steep both uphill and
downhill at low speed.
The system is deactivated and set
speed is deleted from system memory,
if the ACC ON/OFF button is pressed or
if ignition device is turned to OFF .
Resuming Speed
If a speed setting is stored in system
memory, press the multifunction
control (RES +) up and take foot off
the accelerator pedal. The last set
speed will be displayed.
WARNING!
The resume function should be used
only when road and traffic conditions
allow it. Resuming too a high or too a
low speed for current traffic and road
conditions could cause a harsh vehicle
acceleration or deceleration which
could jeopardise driving safety and
risk to cause severe accidents.
Using this distance setting and the
vehicle speed, ACC calculates and sets
the gap to the vehicle ahead.
If system does not detect the presence
of any vehicles ahead, only the bars
referred to set distance will be
displayed.
When system detects the presence of
a vehicle ahead, it is displayed in front
of the bars (see example in the figure).
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When in Driver Assist Page
Setting the ACC Gap
The specified ACC gap can be set by
varying the distance setting among the
four possible options identified by the
number of horizontal bars:
• Maximum (longest) distance: 4 bars.
• Long distance: 3 bars (default
distance).
• Medium distance: 2 bars.
• Short distance: 1 bar.
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To increase or decrease the number of
bars, corresponding to the gap from
vehicle ahead, press and release the
distance setting button.
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Each press and release of the button
changes the gap starting from 3 bars
(default distance) and moving in a
sequential way towards the minimum
distance: 3→2→1→4→3→2→1→4 and so
on.
If there is no vehicle ahead, the vehicle
will maintain the set speed. If a slower
moving vehicle is detected in the same
lane, the system displays the target
vehicle icon before the bars.
From that moment, the system
adjusts vehicle speed automatically
to maintain the distance setting,
regardless of the set speed.
The vehicle will then maintain the set
distance until:
• The vehicle ahead accelerates to a
speed above the set speed.
• The vehicle ahead moves out of your
lane or view of the sensor.
• The distance setting is changed.
• The driver disables the system.
The maximum braking applied by ACC
is limited; however, the driver can
always apply the brakes manually, if
necessary. Any time the ACC system
automatically operates the brakes, the
stop lights will turn on as if the driver
was braking.
A Proximity Warning on display will
alert the driver if ACC predicts that
its maximum braking level is not
sufficient to maintain the set distance.
If this occurs, a visual alert will flash
on the display and a chime will sound
while ACC continues to apply its
maximum braking capacity.
NOTE:
The displayed warning is a warning
for the driver to take action and does
not necessarily mean that the Forward
Collision Warning (FCW) system is
applying the brakes autonomously.
Overtake Aid
When driving with ACC engaged and
following a target vehicle, the system
will provide an additional acceleration
to assist in passing vehicles in front.
This additional acceleration is
triggered when the driver utilises the
left turn signal to start overtaking. In
locations with left hand drive traffic,
overtake aid is active only when
passing on the left hand side of the
target vehicle.
When a vehicle goes from a location
with left hand drive traffic to a
location with right hand drive traffic,
the ACC system will automatically
detect traffic direction. In this
condition, overtake aid is active only
when passing on the right side of
the target vehicle. This additional
acceleration is triggered when the
driver utilises the right turn signal to
start overtaking. In this condition the
ACC system will no longer provide
Overtake Aid on the left side until it
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determines that the vehicle has moved
back to a location with left hand drive.
ACC Operation Before and
During Stop
If an ACC host vehicle follows a target
vehicle to a standstill, after two-three
seconds the system will not be able to
resume driving the car autonomously.
In this condition, TFT displays an
instruction message pop up for 5
seconds.
When the ACC system brings your
vehicle to a standstill while following
a target vehicle, the brakes are
released after two or three seconds
after the stop and at the same time
the system inserts the parking brake.
When parking brake engages the ACC
deactivates going to ready state.
At this point the driver must act on the
multifunction control (RES + or SET ) or alternatively on the accelerator
pedal.
While ACC with Stop is holding your
vehicle at a standstill, if the driver
unbuckles the seatbelt or opens the
door, the ESC system will activate the
EPB. During standstill, ACC system
monitors the occupant detection
signals: if the driver's seatbelt becomes
unbuckled, the ACC system shall be
cancelled when the EPB is applied.
WARNING!
• When the ACC system is resumed,
the driver must ensure that there are
no pedestrians, vehicles or objects
in the path of the vehicle. Failure
to follow these warnings can result
in a collision and death or serious
personal injury.
• During the automatic stopping
behind a vehicle in some rare cases it
may happen that the system does
not recognize the rearmost point of
the vehicle ahead but a target under
the vehicle ahead (e.g. the back axis
of a truck with a high loading edge
or a bumper of a vehicle although
overhanging load is hanging over
the vehicle’s rear). In these cases
the system cannot guarantee the
appropriate stopping distance
leading to collision in the worst case.
For this reason the driver has to be
attentive and ready to brake during
automatic stops.
Display Warnings and
Maintenance of ACC and FCW
Systems
Wipe Front Radar Sensor Warning
This warning will display and also a
chime will indicate when conditions
temporarily limit system performance
due to sensor poor or failed signal
reception. This most often occurs at
times of poor visibility, such as in
snow or heavy rain. The ACC and FCW
systems may also become temporarily
blinded due to obstructions, such as
mud, dirt or ice on the radar sensor.
In these cases, the system will be
disabled.
This message can sometimes be
displayed while driving in highly
reflective areas (i.e. tunnels with
reflective tiles, or ice and snow). The
ACC and FCW systems will recover
operation after the vehicle has left
these areas. Under rare conditions,
when the radar is not tracking any
vehicles or objects in its path this
warning may temporarily occur.
If weather conditions are not a factor,
the driver should examine the sensor.
It may require cleaning or removal of
an obstruction. The sensor is located in
the center of the front grille, behind
the Maserati trident.
To keep the ACC System operating
properly, it is important to note the
following maintenance items:
• Always keep the sensor clean.
Carefully wipe the sensor lens with a
soft cloth. Be cautious not to damage
it.
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• Do not remove any screws from the
sensor. Doing so could cause an ACC
system malfunction or failure and
require a sensor realignment.
• If the sensor or front end of the
vehicle is damaged due to a collision,
see your authorised dealer for
service.
• Do not attach or install any
accessories near the sensor, including
transparent material or aftermarket
grilles. Doing so could cause an ACC
system failure or malfunction. When
the condition that deactivated the
system is no longer present, the
system will return to the “Adaptive
Cruise Control Off” state and
will resume function by simply
reactivating it.
NOTE:
If the radar sensor wipe warning
message occurs frequently (e.g. more
than once on every trip) without any
snow, rain, mud, or other obstruction,
have the radar sensor realigned at the
Service Network.
Clean Front Windshield Warning
This warning will display and also a
chime will indicate when conditions
temporarily limit system performance
due to camera poor or failed signal
reception. This most often occurs
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at times of poor visibility, such as
in snow or heavy rain and fog. The
ACC and FCW systems may also
become temporarily blinded due to
obstructions, such as mud, dirt, or ice
on windshield and fog on the inside of
glass or when driving in bad weather.
In these cases, the system will have
degraded performance.
The ACC and FCW systems will recover
operation after the vehicle has left
these areas. Under rare conditions,
when the camera is not tracking any
vehicles or objects in its path this
warning may temporarily occur.
If weather conditions are not a
factor, the driver should examine the
windshield and the camera. They may
require cleaning or removal of an
obstruction.
When the condition that created
limited functionality is no longer
present, the ACC and FCW systems will
return to full functionality.
NOTE:
If the windshield wiper warning
message occurs frequently (e.g. more
than once on every trip) without
any snow, rain, mud, or other
obstruction, have the windshield and
forwardfacing camera inspected at the
Service Network.
Service ACC/FCW Warning
If the ACC and FCW systems turn
off, and the system displays a
service warning, there may be an
internal system fault or a temporary
malfunction that limits functionality.
Although the vehicle is still driveable
under normal conditions, ACC and
FCW will be temporarily unavailable.
If this occurs, try activating ACC and
FCW again later, following an ignition
cycle. If the problem persists, contact
the Service Network.
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Precautions while Driving with
ACC
Towing a Trailer
WARNING!
Towing a trailer when using ACC can
lead to serious system failures which
can cause severe accidents.
vehicle speed and acceleration for
stability reasons, with no target vehicle
detected. Once the vehicle is out of
the curve the system will resume
your original Set Speed. This is a part
of normal ACC system functionality.
Moreover, the radar sensor might
detect a vehicle on a nearby lane or no
longer detect the target vehicle.
Offset Driving
ACC may not detect a vehicle in the
same lane that is offset from your
direct line of travel, or a vehicle
merging in from a side lane. There
may not be sufficient distance to the
vehicle ahead. The offset vehicle may
move in and out of the line of travel,
which can cause your vehicle to brake
or accelerate unexpectedly.
Using ACC on Hills
When driving on steep hills, ACC may
not detect a vehicle in your lane when
vehicle reaches the crest. Depending
on the speed, vehicle load, traffic
conditions, and the steepness of the
hills, ACC performance may be limited.
Lane Changing
ACC may not detect a vehicle until it
is completely in the lane in which you
are traveling.
In the illustration shown, ACC has not
yet detected the vehicle changing lane
and it may not detect the vehicle until
it is too late for the driver to take
action. ACC may not detect a vehicle
until it is completely in the lane. There
may not be sufficient distance to the
lane changing vehicle.
Always be attentive and ready to apply
the brakes if necessary.
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Turns and Bends
When driving on a curve with ACC
engaged, the system may decrease the
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situations where the vehicle you are
following exits your lane and the
vehicle ahead is stopped in your lane.
Always be attentive and ready to apply
the brakes if necessary.
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Narrow Vehicles
Some narrow vehicles (like
motorcycles) travelling near the outer
edges of the lane or edging into the
lane are not detected until they have
moved fully into the lane. There may
not be sufficient distance to the
vehicle ahead.
Stationary Objects and Vehicles
ACC does not react to stationary
objects and stationary vehicles.
For example, ACC will not react in
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Radar Device - Regulatory
Information
The “Regulatory Information” for
all the radio frequency and radar
devices can be consulted by accessing
the section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.
Forward Collision Warning
- FCW (for versions/
markets where provided)
The Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
system with braking action uses the
same parts already described for
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) for
sensing vehicle ahead (hereinafter
“target vehicle”) as well as part of
the warnings/messages on system
condition and activation status.
Full performance can be reached
only when both the sensing parts
have detected a vehicle or, if the
car is equipped with Pedestrian
Emergency Braking (PEB) system, also a
pedestrian.
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The difference between full and
reduced performance is not visible for
the driver.
Pedestrian Emergency Braking
(PEB) System (if equipped)
The Pedestrian Emergency Braking
(PEB) is a sub-system of FCW and
it provides the driver with audible
warnings, visual warnings on the
instrument cluster display, and may
apply automatic braking when it
detect a potential frontal collision with
a pedestrian.
NOTE:
The PEB function is only active up to
60 km/h (37 mph).
WARNING!
Pedestrian Emergency Braking (PEB) is
not intended to avoid a collision on its
own, nor can PEB detect every type
of potential collision with pedestrian.
The driver has the responsibility to
avoid a collision by controlling the
vehicle via braking and steering.
Failure to follow this warning could
lead to serious injury or death.
System Limitations
PEB may be impaired or may not
function in the following situations:
• If there is poor visibility, e.g. due to
insufficient illumination of the road,
if there are highly variable shade
conditions or in rain, snow or fog.
• If there is glare, e.g. from oncoming
traffic, direct sunlight or reflections
from other vehicles.
• If the windshield in the area of the
camera is dirty, or if the camera is
fogged up, damaged or covered.
• During air suspension transitions.
FCW Operation
The FCW provides audible and
visual warnings when a potential
collision is detected. Brake jerk and
limited braking may also be applied
depending on the specific scenario.
NOTE:
FCW system is not intended for
towing: this could lead the system to
malfunctions and/or to late reaction.
FCW monitors the information from
the forward looking radar sensor as
well as the Electronic Brake Controller
(EBC), to calculate the probability of
a forward collision. When the system
determines that a forward collision is
probable, the driver will be provided
with audible and visual warnings and
may provide a warning brake jerk. If
the driver does not take action based
upon these progressive warnings, then
the system will provide a limited level
of active braking to help slow down
the vehicle and mitigate the potential
forward collision. If the driver reacts
to the warnings by braking and
the system determines that the
driver intends to avoid the collision
by braking but has not applied
sufficient brake force, the system will
compensate and provide additional
brake force as required.
When the system determines a
collision with the vehicle in front of
you is no longer probable, the warning
messages will be deactivated.
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NOTE:
• Bad weather conditions, like strong
rain, snow, etc., can lead to reduced
system performance. Under these
conditions relevant objects will not
be detected or detected late by the
system.
• FCW is designed to react in specific
situations in typical traffic scenarios
with objects in the same lane driving
in the same direction, but under
certain conditions it can also react on
stationary objects in the same lane. It
is not designed to react to oncoming
traffic or crossing traffic.
• The FCW alerts may be triggered
on objects other than vehicles such
as guard rails or sign posts based
on the course prediction. This is
expected and is a part of normal FCW
activation and functionality.
• It is unsafe to test the FCW system. To
prevent such misuse of the system,
after four Active Braking events
within an ignition cycle, the Active
Braking portion of FCW will be
deactivated until the next ignition
cycle. The limit of four events applies
to the brake jerk too.
• The FCW system is intended for onroad use only. If the vehicle is taken
off-road, the FCW system should be
deactivated to prevent unnecessary
warnings. If the vehicle ride height is
set to “Off Road 1” or “Off Road 2”,
the FCW system will be automatically
deactivated.
• FCW will automatically deactivated
when
(ESC OFF) button is pressed
(LED light up) and when HDC is
active.
WARNING!
• Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is
not intended to avoid a collision on
its own, nor can FCW detect every
type of potential collision. The driver
has the responsibility to avoid a
collision by controlling the vehicle
via braking and steering. Failure to
follow this warning could lead to
serious injury or death. The driver
is always in charge to safely drive
and to avoid critical situations not
relying on the support of the system.
Driver has to keep in mind that the
system and therefore its intervention
is always subject to the prevailing
physical limits.
• Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
is not intended either to warn
or to apply any brake aid/brake
intervention in case of collisions with
pedestrians (if not equipped with
PEB sub-system), bicycles and not
licensable vehicles in general.
Speed Range of Use
Speed
km/h (mph)
Minimum
0 (0)
Engaged/activated
1.8 (1.12)
Maximum
250 (155)
When the speed is outside the
specified limits, the system
automatically disables without turning
on the corresponding warning light on
the instrument cluster.
FCW Status
The driver can adjust FCW sensitivity or
enable/disable the brake jerk with the
other emergency brakings by touching
"Controls" soft-key on the
(Apps)
page of MTC+ display. The current
setting is indicated beside to the
"Forward Collision Warning" soft-key.
If you want to change the setting,
touch the soft-key on the side to enter
FCW page.
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NOTE:
The FCW system setting chosen by the
User is kept in memory only for the
current ignition cycle.
Changing FCW Sensitivity and
Active Braking
Setting options are described in the
following paragraph.
When FCW status for some reason
changes in off, the corresponding
amber warning light on instrument
cluster will light on.
This warning light informs the driver
that FCW is disabled. This warning
light will light even when the
activation of another driver assistance
feature or drive mode (example:
(ESC Off)) disables the FCW.
The default status of FCW Sensitivity
is the “Medium” setting. When also
the active braking function (“Forward
Collision Warning Active Braking”)
setting is on, the system warns you of
a possible collision with the vehicle
in front of you when you are farther
away and it applies limited braking.
This gives you the most reaction time
to avoid a possible collision.
Changing the sensitivity status to the
“Near” setting, allows the system to
warn you of a possible collision with
the vehicle in front of you when you
are much closer. This setting provides
less reaction time than the “Far”
sensitivity setting, which allows for a
more dynamic driving experience.
“Medium” is the intermediate status
between the two described above.
NOTE:
• The default values shall appear at
every new ignition cycle: Sensitivity =
“Medium” and Active Braking = on.
• FCW may not react to irrelevant
objects such as objects not in the
path of the car, stationary objects
that are far away, oncoming traffic,
on cross traffic vehicles, or leading
vehicles with the same or higher rate
of speed.
• The active braking (autonomous
braking/braking aid) will not engage
in case of potential collision with
static object such as guard rails, walls,
etc..
• FCW will be disabled like ACC (refer
to chapter “Adaptive Cruise Control ACC (optional)” in this section.
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Changing the active braking status
to “Off” prevents the system from
providing limited autonomous braking
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or additional brake support if the
driver is not braking adequately in the
event of a potential frontal collision.
In this state the system disables the
brake jerk.
• When in “CORSA” mode (TROFEO
version only), the FCW feature is
deactivated.
Lane Keeping Assist - LKA
(optional, with ACC only)
Limited Operation and Service
Warning
Radar Device - Regulatory
Information
The “Regulatory Information” for
all the radio frequency and radar
devices can be consulted by accessing
the section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.
This system was designed especially
for highway or freeway driving, to
reduce the risk that the vehicle, under
particular circumstances, accidentally
departs from the lane in use. When
this happens, graphic instructions on
instrument cluster display together
with steering torque application and
steering wheel vibration (depending
on the distance to the line) warn the
driver that the vehicle is going out of
the lane initiates a steering manoeuvre
to try to prevent the lane exit.
To detect lane lines, the system uses
the forward-facing camera behind of
the rear-view mirror, which is the same
one used also by the lighting system
to manage automatic high beam. The
logic core is in the front radar.
LKA system remembers the condition it
was in before turning off the vehicle.
Refer to “MTC+ "Controls" Screen” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls” for further information.
The messages indicating on display
the limited functionality or service at
Service Network required are the same
as for the ACC system. For further
details, refer to “Adaptive Cruise
Control - ACC” in this section.
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NOTE:
• The adjustment of the sensor could
be affected by strong shocks or light
collisions. This could affect the system
by reducing the systems performance
or could increase the false positive
rate. The adjustment of the radar
system has to be proved or a new
adjustment has to be performed by a
Service Network.
• The radar system requires specific
feature to detect objects. The
detection could be disturbed/
reduced by environment influrnces,
for example by electrical field or the
object itself. Object with small radar
reflection properties could not be
detected or detected late.
NOTE:
In case of wet road or raining
conditions the function could be
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disabled by the system in order to
minimize the risks.
Speed Range of Use
Speed
km/h (mph)
Minimum
60 (37)
Engaged/activated
60 (37)
Maximum
180 (112)
Customised Settings
LKA is configurable by the customer
in order to maximize its efficiency
based on the driver driving style
and his expectation of the system,
reducing at the same time the possible
invasiveness.
Entering "Controls" page on MTC+
display the driver can see the current
setting beside the "Lane Keeping
Assist" soft-key.
Touching “Lane Keeping Assist” softkey can disable or enable the system.
Touching the soft-key on the side the
driver can change the setting.
Driver warnings can be only "Visual"
or "Visual & Haptic" (default mode).
System response can be set to "Early",
"Medium" (default mode) or "Late".
System reaction force can be set to
"Low", "Medium" (default mode) or
"High".
Meanings of Settings
• "Visual" only: the system will not
request any steering torque/vibration
to correct the car trajectory. The
system will only show on the TFT
display when the vehicle is passing
the lane.
• "Visual & Haptic": the system will
apply steering torque when lane
departure is detected showing at
the same time the proper cluster
indication, adding to this steering
vibration when the departure is very
imminent.
When "Visual & Haptic" is selected
and of course LKA is enabled then two
following menu will be used by the
system.
• "LKA Sensitivity": it tunes the
distance to the lane boundary
interested where the system will start
to apply steering torque.
• "LKA Strength": it tunes the steering
torque value increasing or decreasing
it to have a stronger or weaker
trajectory correction/deviation.
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WARNING!
In rare cases, Lane Keeping Assist
(LKA) may make an inappropriate
steering torque application. LKA may
be interrupted at any time counter
steering. Lack of attention may lead to
serious injury or death.
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The ADAS systems (LKA, CC, ACC,
FCW and HAS) help the driver while
driving. These systems can be set
and monitored simultaneously on
the display, after opening “Driver
Assist” menu (see paragraph “TFT
Display: Menus and Settings”
under “Instrument Cluster” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
LKA is designed for an attentive driver
therefore the system is available only
when his/her hands are on the steering
wheel or with hands off for a very
limited amount of time. When the
system is enabled it will trigger cluster
warning in case at least one hand is
not detected on the steering wheel.
The torque application as well as the
vibration are suppressed/inhibited
in case of: high driver torque in
the steering wheel, high lateral
acceleration, trailer connected to the
proper control module, hands not on
the steering wheel detected for more
than a certain time.
High dynamic behaviours, driving on
the lane boundary, off course will
prevent the function from working.
FCW braking and stability system
interventions (ESC, ABS) will also
prevent the system from operating.
Changing lane results in system
inhibition for a certain time. In
addition, the road must respect
some characteristics such as
minimummaximum width, lane clearly
defined by two lane boundaries and
only in limited cases for a limited time
at least one.
NOTE:
• In case of wet road or raining
conditions the function could be
disabled by the system in order to
minimize the risks.
• With lane boundaries it is mainly
referred to painted lines delimiters,
nevertheless the system in good
conditions might properly recognise
as valid lane boundaries also other
types (for example road edges, curbs,
etc..).
Being this function used to prevent
unintentional lane change/lane drift,
it will be temporary suppressed/
inhibited by a turn indicator
activation, therefore, graphic warning,
steering torque application and
vibration will be terminated. In this
condition in case of a vehicle detected
by the Blind Spot Assist (BSA) system
in the covered area on the proper
side, there can be the transition
from LKA to Active Blind Spot Assist
(ABSA) (if this latter is on and properly
configured).
Function Description and
Operating Mode
The function intent is to prevent the
lane departure by warning the driver
through indication on the cluster
and if set applying steering torque
and vibration. Whenever the system
is enable there will be graphic on
the dedicated screen in the driver
assist page and for the others it will
be available in the left top corner of
the cluster screen. The graphic which
intent is to represent at the glance the
system knowledge of the lane in front
of the car, the system suppression
status and warning.
For this a simple colour code has been
adopted for each line (of the two
presented):
• Both grey lines means system enable,
not able to operate (suppression
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condition present or lane detection
system not able to estimate properly
the lane);
• Left/right grey line: the lane
detection system is not able to detect
that specific lane boundary;
• Yellow line: there is a steering
torque intervention in progress that
tries to prevent a departure on that
side, in this situation the warning
should increase the driver attention
requiring him to properly handle the
situation;
• Yellow flashing line: the graphic is
shown whenever the system detects
a very imminent lane departure,
at this can be added torque and
steering vibration if configured by
the customer.
The white lines (one or both) indicates
that the corresponding lane boundary
is detected and the system is capable
to intervene on it.
An example of this screen, with only
LKA system activated and with LKA
and ACC systems activated, can be
found in the following figures:
A: with only LKA system activated,
steering torque in progress to correct
the trajectory towards the lane center;
B: with LKA and ACC systems
activated, car is crossing the lane
boundary, steering torque and
vibration if configured are in progress
when this graphic is shown.
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Out of Driver Assist Page
When in Driver Assist Page
The icons that represent the status of
the ADAS systems remain displayed
even when you exit the “Driver Assist”
screen.
System Limitations
Because of physical limits the system to
properly operate needs good visibility
(it might not work or not properly
operate in case of heavy rain, snow,
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wet roads, fog, direct sun on the
camera, etc.).
NOTE:
The sensors are not able to detect
the presence of the hands on the
steering wheel areas covered in wood,
plastic bezels or carbon inserts (where
present).
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Sharp turns, slopes and change in
slopes, poor lane boundaries, as well
as construction areas and all the
scenario described in this paragraph
may challenge the system, therefore
be always ready to prevent any
unexpected behaviour of the car.
Damaged front bumper, windshield
replaced without proper technical
intervention may also lead to system
malfunction or system unavailability.
Other conditions such as fault, but
not explicitly indicated here may
also prevent/interrupt the system
intervention.
WARNING!
If the driver fail to adapt his/her
driving style, Lane Keeping Assist
(LKA) can neither reduce the risk of
an accident nor override the laws of
physics. It cannot take into account
road, weather or traffic conditions.
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Active LKA is only an aid. Driver is
always responsible for the distance
to the vehicle in front, for vehicle
speed, for braking in good time and
for staying in lane.
System in Fault
When the LKA cannot properly
operate due to a fault of its
components or because the windshield
in front of the forward facing camera
is dirty, the amber light and/or the
corresponding message will be
displayed.
If message suggestion does not allow
fixing the fault, avoid using the system
and have the vehicle inspected at the
Service Network.
Radar Device - Regulatory
Information
The “Regulatory Information” for
all the radio frequency and radar
devices can be consulted by accessing
the section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.
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Blind Spot Assist - BSA
(optional, without ACC)
and enters standby mode when the
transmission is in (P) Park.
BSA System Operation
The Blind Spot Assist (BSA) system
uses two radar-based sensors, located
inside the rear bumper fascia, to
detect highway licensable vehicles
(cars, lorries, motorbikes, etc.) that
enter the blind spot zones from the
rear/front/side of the vehicle.
The example shown in the figure
highlights the blind spots on either
side of the vehicle when oncoming
traffic is approaching from behind.
When the vehicle is started, the BSA
warning light will momentarily
illuminate in both outside rear view
mirrors to let the driver know that
the system is operational and on. The
BSA system sensors operate when
the vehicle is in any forward gear
when the vehicle speed reaches
approximately 10 km/h (6 mph) or
higher and will alert the driver of
vehicles in these areas.
WARNING!
• The BSA system does NOT alert the
The BSA detection zone shown in
figure covers approximately one
lane on both sides of the vehicle
(approximately 3.3 m or 11 ft).
The blind spot area extends from
immediately behind the exterior
rear-view mirrors up to about 7 m (23
ft) behind the rear bumper.
The BSA system monitors the detection
zones on both sides of the vehicle
driver about rapidly approaching
vehicles that are outside the
detection zones.
• The BSA might alert the driver too
late especially in case of rapidly
approaching vehicles.
WARNING!
Risk of accident despite Blind Spot
Assist (BSA). BSA does not detect/react
to the following:
• Overtaking vehicles close on the
side, placing them in the blind spot
area. As a result, BSA may neither
give warnings nor intervene in such
situations.
• Always pay attention to the traffic
situation and maintain a safe
distance at the side of the vehicle.
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NOTE:
If your vehicle has experienced any
damage in the area where the sensor
is located, even if the fascia is not
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damaged, the sensor may have
become misaligned. Take your vehicle
at the Service Network to verify sensor
alignment. Having a sensor that is
misaligned will result in the BSA not
operating to specification.
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The area on the rear bumper fascia
where the radar sensors are located
must remain free of snow, ice, and
dirt/road contamination so that the
BSA system can function properly. Do
not cover or block the area of the rear
bumper fascia where the radar sensors
are located with foreign objects
(bumper stickers, spoilers, bicycle racks,
etc.).
The BSA system notifies the driver of
vehicles or objects in the detection
zones by illuminating the BSA warning
light located in the outside mirrors
in addition to sounding an audible
(chime) alert and reducing the radio
volume (if the radio is on). Refer to
“BSA and RCP Setting” in this chapter
for further information.
The BSA system monitors the detection
zone from three different entry points
(side, rear, overtaking traffic) while
driving to see if an alert is necessary.
The BSA system will issue an alert
whenever a vehicle enters any one
detection zone as outlined below.
Speed Range of Use
Speed
km/h (mph)
Minimum
10 (6)
Engaged/activated
10 (6)
Maximum
– (–)
Entering from the Side
Vehicles that move into your adjacent
lanes from either side of the vehicle.
Entering from the Rear
The alert will turn on when the
vehicles that come up from behind
your vehicle on either side and enter
the rear detection zone with a relative
speed of more than 43 km/h (27 mph).
Overtaking Traffic
The figures show the vehicle
approaching (A) and passing (O)
another vehicle in the overtaking lane.
If you pass another vehicle slowly,
the vehicle remains in the blind spot
for approximately 2 seconds, the BSA
warning light in the outside mirror will
illuminate after 1.5 seconds.
If the difference in speed between the
two vehicles is greater, the warning
light will not illuminate.
Driving
opposite direction of the vehicle in
adjacent lanes.
Other Cases
The BSA system is not designed to
issue an alert on stationary objects
such as guardrails, posts, walls,
foliage heaps, berms, etc. However,
occasionally the system may alert on
such objects. This is normal operation
and your vehicle does not require
service.
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•
•
•
WARNING!
The BSA system is only an aid to
help detect vehicles in the blind spot
zones.
The BSA system is not designed
to detect pedestrians, cyclists, or
animals.
Even if your vehicle is equipped
with the BSA system, always check
your vehicle’s outside and rear-view
mirrors for any vehicles approaching
from behind or overtaking.
Use your turn signal before changing
lanes.
RCP - Rear Cross Path (optional)
The BSA system will not alert you
of objects that are traveling in the
The Rear Cross Path (RCP) feature is
intended to aid the drivers when gear
in reverse of parking spaces where
their vision of oncoming vehicles may
be blocked.
The RCP system monitors the rear
detection zones on both sides of the
vehicle. Using sensors located on either
side of the rear bumper, it detects any
vehicles or objects that are moving
toward the side of the vehicle with a
minimum speed of approximately
1 km/h to 3 km/h (1 to 2 mph) to
a maximum of approximately 16
km/h (10 mph), such as in parking lot
situations.
NOTE:
In a parking lot situation, oncoming
vehicles can be obscured by vehicles
parked on either side. If the sensors
are blocked by other structures or
vehicles, the system will not be able to
alert the driver.
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Proceed slowly and cautiously out of
the parking space until the rear end of
the vehicle is moderately exposed.
The RCP system will then have a
clear view of the cross traffic. If an
oncoming vehicle is detected, the RCP
system will alert the driver using both
the visual and audible alarms. If the
radio is on, it will also reduce the radio
volume.
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BSA in Visual and Acoustic Mode
When operating in “Visual & Acoustic”
mode, the BSA system will provide a
visual alert in the appropriate side
view mirror based on a detected
vehicle or object.
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WARNING!
RCP is not a Back Up Aid system. More
specifically, it is intended to be used
to help a driver detect an oncoming
vehicle in a parking lot situation.
Drivers must be careful when backing
up, even when using RCP. Always
check carefully behind your vehicle,
look behind you, and be sure to
check for pedestrians, animals, other
vehicles, obstructions, and blind spots
before backing up. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury or death.
BSA and RCP Setting
Setting modes can be selected from
the MTC+ System.
Touch “Controls” soft-key and then
“Blind Spot Assist” soft-key to enter
the setting page.
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Refer to chapter “MTC+ “Controls”
Screen” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls” for further
information.
BSA in Visual Mode
When operating in “Visual” mode,
the BSA system will provide a visual
alert in the appropriate side view
mirror when it detects a vehicle or
an object in the detection areas
monitored by its sensors: depending
on the status of the relative turn
indicator, the warning light can be
fixed or flashing. However, when the
system is operating in RCP mode, it will
respond with both visual and audible
alerts when an oncoming vehicle or an
object approaching the rear end side
of the vehicle is detected.
Whenever an audible alert is
requested, the radio is muted (if the
radio is on).
If the turn signal is then activated, and
it corresponds to an alert present on
that side of the vehicle, an audible
chime will also be sounded: in the
same moment the warning light will
start flashing.
Whenever a turn signal and detected
vehicle or object are present on the
same side at the same time, both the
visual and audio alerts will be issued.
In addition to the audible alert, the
radio volume will be reduced (if the
radio is on).
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NOTE:
If the hazard flashers are on, the BSA
system will issue the appropriate visual
alert only.
When the system is in RCP mode, the
system shall respond with both visual
and audible alerts when a detected
vehicle or object is present. Whenever
an audible alert is requested, the radio
(if on) is also muted.
Right/left turn/hazard signal status
is ignored; the RCP status always
requests the chime.
Blind Spot Assist Off
When this function is turned off from
the MTC+, there will be no visual or
audible alerts from either the BSA or
RCP subsystems.
vehicle enters a radio quite zone
(example the areas around radio
telescopes).
The warning light on the outside rearview mirrors will be lit up and stay lit
until the vehicle exits the zone.
System in Faulty
The BSA system cannot properly
operate due to a fault of its
components, or because the area on
the rear bumper fascia where the
radar sensors are located is dirty.
In these cases the amber warning
light and the related message will be
displayed on the instrument cluster.
Radar Device - Regulatory
Information
The “Regulatory Information” for
all the radio frequency and radar
devices can be consulted by accessing
the section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.
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NOTE:
The BSA system will store the current
operating mode when the vehicle
is shut off. Each time the vehicle is
started, the previously-stored mode
will be recalled and used.
System Temporarily Unavailable
The blind spot system will become
temporarily unavailable and the
instrument cluster display will show
the message “Blind Spot Alert
Temporarily Unavailable” when the
In these cases avoid using the system
and have the vehicle inspected at the
Service Network.
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Active Blind Spot Assist ABSA (optional, with ACC
only)
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ABSA system is only available on
vehicles equipped with ACC system
and represents an addition to the
BSA previously described (see chapter
"Blind Spot Assist - BSA" of this
section).
ABSA adds to the BSA the possibility in
certain circumstances to avoid and or
mitigate side collisions with vehicles
proceeding in the adjacent lanes by
changing the car trajectory in order
to try to keep it inside the detected/
estimated lane. A steering wheel
vibration is used as further feedback to
warn the driver that the lane change is
not safe.
The main logic core is the front radar,
whereas the sense inputs are the
radars on the rear bumper fascia
used for sensing the presence of
vehicle in the blind spot areas and
the forward facing camera placed
behind the internal rear-view mirror
that instead is used for lane detection
and estimation.
ABSA is designed to help the driver
to avoid mitigate a collision. Torque
and vibration application is however
available in the 60 - 180 km/h (37 112 mph) speed interval. All the speed
thresholds related to the BSA remain
still valid, since ABSA as mentioned is
BSA extension.
ABSA is intended as a “hands-on”
function meaning that the driver
is required to stay engaged in the
driving all the time with his/her hands
on the steering wheel, in case hands
are not on the steering wheel for a
certain time there cannot be any
steering torque application vibration
included.
Highly dynamic behaviours, driving
on the lane boundary, off course will
prevent the function from working.
FCW braking and stability system
interventions (ESC, ABS) will also
prevent the system from operating.
Changing lane results in system
inhibition for a certain time.
In addition the road must respect
some characteristics such as minimummaximum width, lane clearly defined
by two lane boundaries and only in
limited case for a limited time at least
one.
System Availability
NOTE:
• In case of wet road or raining
conditions the function could be
disabled by the system in order to
minimize the risks.
• With lane boundaries it is mainly
referred to painted lines delimiters,
nevertheless the system in good
conditions might properly recognise
as valid lane boundaries also other
types (for example road edges, curbs,
etc..).
ABSA is designed for an attentive
driver therefore the system is available
only when his/her hands are on the
steering wheel or with hands off for a
very limited amount of time. When the
system is enabled, it will trigger cluster
warning in case at least one hand is
not detected on the steering wheel.
The torque application as well as the
vibration are suppressed/inhibited
in case of: high driver torque in
the steering wheel, high lateral
acceleration, trailer connected to the
proper control module, hands not on
the steering wheel detected for more
than a certain time.
Speed Range of Use
Speed
km/h (mph)
Minimum
60 (37)
Driving
Speed
km/h (mph)
Engaged/activated
60 (37)
Maximum
180 (112)
System Limitation
Because of physical limits the system
to properly operate needs good
visibility (it might not work or not
properly operate in case of heavy
rain, snow, wet roads, fog, direct sun
on the camera, dirty windshield, low
illumination etc.)
Sharp turns, slopes and change in
slopes, poor lane boundaries, as well
as construction areas and all the
scenarios described in this paragraph
may challenge the system, therefore
be always ready to prevent any
unexpected behaviour of the car.
Damaged front bumper, windshield
replaced without proper technical
intervention may also lead to system
malfunction or system unavailability.
Other conditions such as faults, but
not explicitly indicated here may
also prevent/interrupt the system
intervention.
ABSA Setting
ABSA is configurable by the customer
in order to maximize its efficiency
based on the driver driving style and
his/her expectation of the system,
reducing at the same time the possible
invasiveness.
Setting modes can be selected
from the MTC+ System (see "MTC+
"Controls" Screen" in section
"Dashboard Instruments and Controls"
for further information).
Touch "Controls" soft-key on
(Apps)
page to display the current status of
the ABSA system, if it was in the on
state.
System strength can be set to "Low",
"Medium" (default mode) or "High".
NOTE:
The ABSA system will store the current
operating mode when the vehicle
is shut off. Each time the vehicle is
started, the previously-stored mode
will be recalled and used.
To change status, touch the "Active
Blind Spot Assist" soft-key.
To change the system setting, touch
the soft-key on the side.
Driver warnings can be only "Visual",
"Visual & Acoustic" (default mode) or
"Visual & Haptic".
System sensitivity can be set to “Early”,
“Medium” (default mode) or “Late”.
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Meanings of Settings
When "Visual & Haptic" is selected and
of course ABSA is enabled, then two
following menus will be used by the
system.
• ABSA “Sensitivity": it tunes the
distance to the lane boundary
concerned where the system will start
to apply steering torque.
• ABSA “Strength": it tunes the
steering torque value increasing
or decreasing it to have a stronger
or weaker trajectory correction/
deviation.
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Active Blind Spot Assist in "Visual &
Haptic" Mode
When the system is on and configured
“Visual & Haptic” then the real ABSA
is enabled because to the conventional
visual warnings is added the steering
torque and vibration.
When operating in this mode, the
system will provide a visual alert in
the appropriate outside rear-view
mirror when it detects a vehicle or
an object in the detection areas
monitored by its sensors. In case
of turn indicator activation on the
appropriate side, the system will react
with a torque on the steering wheel
to try to prevent the lane change
and therefore to avoid/mitigate the
collision. The torque on the steering
is applied when the car is very close
to the lane boundary as a further
feedback to warn the driver of the
unsafe manoeuvre.
NOTE:
The steering torque is not supplied if
the system is not able to estimate a
lane and if the turn indicator from the
appropriate side is not inserted.
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WARNING!
• Risk of accident despite steering
•
•
•
•
•
torque application of Active Blind
Spot Assist (ABSA).
A course-correcting steering torque
application cannot always prevent a
collision.
The driver is always required to
steer, brake or accelerate himself,
especially if ABSA warns or makes a
course correcting steer intervention.
Always maintain a safe distance at
the sides.
In rare cases, the system may make
an inappropriate steering torque
application. This application may be
interrupted at any time by counter
steering.
Lack of attention may lead to serious
injury or death.
RCP - Rear Cross Path
Operation
RCP operation (if equipped) is the
same as described in chapter "Blind
Spot Assist - BSA".
When ABSA is turned off from MTC+
"Controls" page, there will be no
visual or audible alerts from RCP
subsystem.
When ABSA is turned on with any
setting, RCP subsystem shall respond
with both visual and audible alerts
when a detected vehicle or object is
present. Whenever an audible alert
is requested, the radio (if on) is also
muted.
Right/left turn/hazard signal status
is ignored; the RCP status always
requests the chime.
System Temporarily
Unavailable
The blind spot system will become
temporarily unavailable and the
instrument cluster display will show
the message “Blind Spot Alert
Temporarily Unavailable” when the
vehicle enters a radio quite zone
(example the areas around radio
telescopes).
The warning light on the outside rearview mirrors will be lit up and stay lit
until the vehicle exits the zone.
System in Faulty
The ABSA system cannot properly
operate due to a fault of its
components, or because the area on
windshield where the forward-facing
camera is located or on the rear
bumper fascia where the radar sensors
are located is dirty. In these cases the
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amber warning light and the related
message will be displayed on the
instrument cluster.
In these cases avoid using the system
and have the vehicle inspected at the
Service Network.
Radar Device - Regulatory
Information
Highway Assist – HAS (for
versions/markets where
provided, with ACC only)
The Highway Assist (HAS) is a level 2
Autonomy system (in reference to
NHTSA standards) that is designed
to aid the driver in the steering,
acceleration, and braking functions of
the vehicle.
HAS is designed to only function on
highways or limited access freeways.
HAS centres the vehicle by controlling
the EPS system based off of lane line
information from the forward-facing
camera and data from the front radar
sensor.
The “Regulatory Information” for
all the radio frequency and radar
devices can be consulted by accessing
the section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.
HAS combines ACC and LKA to
manage the steering and speed of the
vehicle under specific conditions. The
conditions to engage HAS are listed in
the next paragraph. If a lane line cross
is imminent, the steering wheel will
vibrate and a graphic will display on
the instrument cluster.
WARNING!
• In case the vehicle approaches a
curve that is too tight in relation to
the current speed the system will
disengage, therefore the driver must
be prepared to take over control of
the vehicle immediately at any time.
To avoid this situation it is important
that the vehicle speed is not set
higher than the current speed limit
of the road.
• Highway Assist (HAS) is a hands-on
feature! You must keep your hands
on the steering wheel at all times.
The HAS system will disengage and
ACC will cancel if your hands are
removed from the steering wheels
for a set amount of time.
• HAS is intended for use only on
highways or limited access freeways
with a fully attentive driver. When
using HAS, hold the steering wheel
and be aware of surrounding traffic
and road conditions. Always be
prepared to immediately take over
control of the vehicle from the HAS
system. Failure to follow these
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instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
• The following list does not fully
represent all situations in which HAS
may not function as intended. Do
NOT solely rely on the HAS system to
control the vehicle. It is the driver’s
responsibility to stay alert and safely
control the vehicle at all times.
• If the windshield is replaced, you
must have the forward-facing
camera remounted and aligned by a
Centre of the Service Network.
HAS Operation
Many factors can impact the
performance of HAS causing the
system to be unable to function as
intended. These include (but are not
limited to):
• Narrow, winding or curvy roads.
• Poor visibility (due to heavy rain,
snow, fog, etc.).
• Bright light (oncoming headlights or
direct sunlight) or shadows.
• Damage or obstruction caused by
mud, ice, snow, etc.
• A damaged or misaligned bumper.
• Interference from other equipment
that generates electromagnetic
waves.
• Wet roads, roads covered or partially
covered by snow.
• Construction zones.
The conditions for HAS to engage are
as follows:
• HAS must be turned on or enabled.
With ACC set (see “Adaptive Cruise
Crontrol – ACC” in this section), HAS
system activates by simply pressing
the
button on the steering wheel.
Once the conditions are met, HAS will
engage.
CAUTION!
The Highway Assist (HAS) system may
take up to 5 seconds to engage once
all conditions are met.
NOTE:
In case of wet road or raining
conditions the function could be
disabled by the system in order to
minimize the risks.
• The vehicle must be on the highway
or limited access freeway.
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) must
be engaged.
• Left and right visible lane lines.
• Vehicle speed must be between 0 and
145 km/h (0 to 90 mph).
• No faults in the forward facing
camera, radar, EPS, or MTC+.
• Lane width between 2.8 and 4.2 m (3
to 4.6 yd).
• Turn signal not activated.
• No faults related to this system.
Speed Range of Use
Speed
km/h (mph)
Minimum
0 (0)
Engaged/activated
(with ACC engaged)
0 (0)
Engaged/activated
(with ACC not
engaged)
30 (18)
Maximum
145 (90)
• If set above the maximum speed
, HAS will not function after
the vehicle speed will reach the
maximum speed.
• If set below the maximum speed and
the ACC target speed is increased,
HAS will function up to the maximum
speed and then the system will turn
off automatically.
• When the ACC target speed is
reduce and speed is lower than the
maximum speed , the system will
start automatically.
• If the ACC target speed is set under
the maximum speed , HAS is active
and vehicle speed increases above the
maximum speed due to slope, HAS
will continue to function.
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HAS Monitoring on Instrument
Cluster
HAS and the other ADAS systems
conditions can be monitored
on instrument cluster display by
accessing the “Driver Assist” page
with the buttons on the steering
wheel (see “Instrument Cluster” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
The
symbol in grey indicates that
the HAS system is active, but not
engaged and is shown at the centre
of the TFT display when the “Driver
Assist” page is displayed. When exiting
the "Driver Assist" page, on TFT
display top left corner, the
grey
symbol will appear in the multiple
light of active ADAS systems.
disabled by pressing the button on the
steering wheel.
Out of Driver Assist Page
In addition to these symbols, on the
TFT top and bottom edge a coloured
glow may appear (further referred to
as "attention level colour"). Attention
level colour together with the outline
of the symbol
represent a further
indication of the system status.
When in Driver Assist Page
When in Driver Assist Page
When exiting the “Driver Assist”
page, the attention level colour will
always be displayed until the system is
Out of Driver Assist Page
The HAS system uses sensors in the
steering wheel outer crown to detect
if the driver’s hands are on the
steering wheel. If the driver’s hands
are not detected on the steering
wheel, the instrument cluster will
display a series of warnings to alert
the driver to return their hands to
the steering wheel. There will also be
audible chimes. After a set amount of
time, HAS will cancel if the driver’s
hands are not returned to the steering
wheel.
When the system does not sense the
hands on the steering wheel for a
few seconds (3 – 5 seconds) or more
(up to 10 seconds), it tries to draw the
attention of the driver by showing,
even when the display is not in the
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"Driver Assist" page, the
symbol
with the figure of the hands in the
centre of the display. According to
such time frames, the system will
change the attention level colour,
silence the audio in the vehicle (if it
is active) and emit audible chimes to
invite the driver to take the control of
the vehicle again. This is the only way
to reengage the system.
Hands Detection on Steering
Wheel
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The sensors in the steering wheel
outer crown are able to detect the
presence of the hands on the steering
wheel.
In order to be able to use the HAS
system, place your hands around the
steering wheel outer crown.
driver releases his/her grip from the
steering wheel up to 3 seconds.
Out of Driver Assist Page
The yellow attention level colour
appears when the driver removes
his/her hands from the steering wheel
for 3 to 5 seconds and the
symbol
with the figure of the hands will
occupy the whole central area of the
display.
The red attention level colour appears
when the driver releases his/her grip
from the steering wheel for 5 and
up to 10 seconds: in this case a single
audible chime is repeated until he/she
will take the control of the vehicle
again.
NOTE:
The sensors are not able to detect
the presence of the hands on the
steering wheel areas covered in wood,
plastic bezels or carbon inserts (where
present).
HAS is deactivated if the steering
wheel is no longer being touched.
System Statuses
The active status of the HAS system is
indicated by the green attention level
colour which is maintained even if the
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When in Driver Assist Page
When in Driver Assist Page
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• Enter an Autonomous Emergency
Braking (AEB) event (See chapter
"Forward Collision Warning - FCW"
in this section).
• Turn signal activated.
System Cancellation
Out of Driver Assist Page
The red attention level colour
remains even when the steering
wheel is released for more than 8 to
10 seconds. In this case, if you are
traveling at a speed above 40 km/h (25
mph) a sequences of 3 audible chimes
will be emitted after 8 seconds and a
message will inform the driver that the
HAS system has been disengaged,
inviting him/her to grip the steering
wheel again. The same will happen
after 10 seconds if you travel at a
speed below 40 km/h (25 mph). Then
the
symbol on TFT display will
become grey.
If the driver keeps his/her hands away
from the steering wheel (for more
than 8 to 10 seconds), also the ACC
system is deactivated (
white ACC
symbol on the display) and will have
to be reset. The aid of LKA system will
be disabled as well. In these cases the
display will not show the attention
level colour anymore and the vehicle
will be controlled by the driver only.
HAS Disengage
To disengage HAS you can do any of
the following actions:
• Press the
HAS enable button on
the steering wheel.
• Begin steering manually.
• Press brake pedal.
• Turn off ACC.
• Unbuckle the driver’s seat belt.
• Press ACC Gap button for two
seconds to enable CC system.
• Shift out of the (D) Drive gear.
The HAS system will cancel (without
driver intervention) if either of the
following actions occur:
• Curve that is too tight.
• When leaving the grip of the hands
on the steering wheel.
• Vehicle exits the highway or limited
access freeway.
• Lane line markers aren’t detected by
the forward facing camera.
• Any ADAS system faults.
• ACC cancellation.
• Vehicle speed exceeds the maximum
limit.
• Lateral accelerations exceeds the
limits.
NOTE:
When HAS cancels, the
will turn red then grey.
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symbol
System Limitations
HAS is unable to guide the vehicle
when the following conditions occur.
• Lane markings are not clear or
visibility is poor (i.e. heavy rain, snow,
fog, etc.).
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• Obstructed, covered or damaged
forward-facing camera or sensor.
• When driving on hills or sharp curves.
• When approaching toll booths.
• When the highway entrance or exit is
wider than 6 meters (20 ft).
• Bright light (ex. direct sunlight or
glare) facing the forward camera.
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WARNING!
Many unforeseen conditions can occur
that can affect the performance of
Highway Assist (HAS). Always keep
this in mind and drive attentively. Be
prepared to take over control of the
vehicle immediately at any time.
Radar Device - Regulatory
Information
The “Regulatory Information” for
all the radio frequency and radar
devices can be consulted by accessing
the section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.
Traffic Sign Assist – TSA
(for versions/markets
where provided)
TSA detects traffic signs through the
use of a forward-facing digital camera
mounted on windshield, behind the
rear-view mirror and assists the driver
by displaying detected speed limits
and overtaking restrictions in the
instrument cluster. The camera also
detects traffic signs with a restriction
indicated by an additional sign (e.g.
in snow conditions). TSA also uses the
data of the navigation system, in order
to provide information to the driver
in all cases in which the camera is not
able to detect the traffic signs that are
present on the road where the car is
travelling.
Some examples of these are: due to
low visibility, light reflection, damaged
traffic signs, traffic signs in wrong
position like rotated or fallen poles.
NOTE:
• Overtaking restriction sign will be
displayed only in markets where this
is allowed.
• TSA provides a visual warning to the
driver when he/she unintentionally
reaches the maximum speed limit
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allowed or when it exceeds the set
“Sensitivity” value.
• The performance of TSA depends
on the update degree of navigation
system’s maps.
Customised Settings
TSA is configurable by the customer
regarding the display mode on the
instrument cluster and the warning
sensitivity.
Entering "Controls" page on MTC+
display the driver can see the current
setting beside the "Traffic Sign Assist"
soft-key.
Touching “Traffic Sign Assist” soft-key
can disable or enable the system.
Touching the soft-key on the side the
driver can change the setting.
The display of the traffic signs can be
blinking or static.
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The system can be set to display the
traffic signs when the speed of the
vehicle is equal to the speed limit
allowed, or when it is higher than 5 or
10 km/h (5 or 10 mph).
Signs Monitoring on
Instrument Cluster
If TSA feature is set and a sign or a
speed limit is detected, the related
icons are displayed in the upper area
of the instrument cluster beside of the
main menu number and scroll arrows.
The display area is divided in three
different sectors:
1 Conditioned speed limit area.
2 Unconditioned speed limit area.
3 Overtaking restriction area.
NOTE:
Overtaking restriction sign will be
displayed only in markets where this is
allowed.
If “Blinking On” warning mode is set,
when the visual warning is provided
only the unconditioned speed limit (in
sector 2 ) will start blinking when the
vehicle speed exceeds to the detected
unconditioned speed limit (“+0 km/h”
or “+0 mph” option) or when it
exceeds the set sensitivity value (“+5
km/h” - “+5 mph” or “+10 km/h” “+10 mph” options). If the vehicle
speed stays above the unconditioned
speed limit for several seconds the
unconditioned speed limit sign will
stop blinking because the manoeuvre
is evaluated as intentional. If the TSA
is not able to determine any kind of
valid speed limit neither from camera
nor from digital maps the following
image will be shown in sector 2 .
Since TSA also uses the data provided
by the navigation system, it can
update the sector 2 of the display
in the following situations without
detecting traffic signs:
• When the vehicle changes road.
• Highway enter/exit.
• Urban area stored in the digital map
enter/exit.
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System Limitations
TSA may be impaired or may not
function in the following situations:
• If there is poor visibility, e.g. due to
insufficient illumination of the road,
if there are highly variable shade
conditions or in rain, snow or fog.
• If there is glare, e.g. from oncoming
traffic, direct sunlight or reflections
from other vehicles.
• If the windshield in the area of the
camera is dirty, or if the camera is
fogged up, damaged or covered.
• If the traffic signs are hard to detect,
e.g. due to dirt or snow, or because
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they are covered or because of
insufficient lighting.
• If the information in the navigation
system's digital map is incorrect or
out-of-date.
• If the signs are ambiguous, e.g. traffic
signs on construction sites or in
adjacent lanes.
• When passing buses or trucks with a
speed sticker.
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Tires - General Information
Tire Pressure
Proper tire inflation pressure
is essential for safety and best
performance of your vehicle. The tire
pressure monitoring system “TPMS”
setup on the vehicle (see “Tire Pressure
Monitoring System” in this section)
may alert the driver about insufficient
tire pressure even though the driver is
responsible for checking regularly the
tire pressure.
Radial tires fitted on the vehicle may
look properly inflated even when
they actually are under inflated. Do
not make a visual judgment when
determining proper inflation.
Three primary driving aspects are
affected by improper tire pressure:
Safety
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
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road and potholes can cause damage
that result 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.
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.
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Improper inflation pressures may
cause uneven wear patterns to
develop across the tire tread. These
abnormal wear patterns will reduce
tread life resulting in a need for earlier
tire replacement. Under-inflation
also increases tire rolling resistance
resulting in higher fuel consumption.
Ride comfort and vehicle stability
Proper tire inflation contributes to
a comfortable ride. Over-inflation
produces a jarring and uncomfortable
ride.
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Tire Pressure Checkup
The proper cold tire inflation pressure
is indicated on the table “Tire Inflation
Pressure” in section “Features and
Specifications”.
Inflation pressure specified on the
table always refers to “cold tire
inflation pressure”. Cold tire inflation
pressure is defined as the tire pressure
after the vehicle has not been driven
for at least three hours, or driven less
than 1.6 km (1 mi) after a three hour
period.
Check tire pressures more often in case
of significant outside temperature
changes, as tire pressure varies
according to temperature changes.
The pressure should be checked
and if necessary adjusted; tire wear
and overall conditions should also
be checked monthly. Tire pressures
change by approximately 0.07 bar
per 7°C of air temperature change.
Keep this in mind when checking tire
pressure inside a garage, especially in
winter.
Example: If garage temperature = 20°C
and the outside temperature = 0°C
then the cold tire inflation pressure
should be increased by 0.21 bar for
every 7°C for this outside temperature
condition.
Tire pressure may increase from 0.13
to 0.4 bar during operation. DO NOT
reduce this normal pressure build-up
or your tire pressure will be too low.
After inspecting or adjusting the tire
pressure, always reinstall the valve
stem cap. This will prevent moisture
and dirt from entering the valve stem,
which could damage the valve stem
and the TPMS sensor connected to it.
Tread Wear Indicators
Tread wear indicators are in the
original equipment tires to help you
determine when your tires should be
replaced.
These indicators are moulded into the
bottom of the tread grooves. They
will appear as bands when the tread
depth becomes 1,6 mm (0.06 in) or 4
mm (0.16 in) for winter or all-season
tires.
When the tread is worn to one of the
tread wear indicators, the tire should
be replaced.
WARNING!
The wet performance (aquaplaning
resistance) will decrease
proportionally to the thickness of the
tread.
Tires Durability
The service life of a tire depends on
various factors including, but not
limited to:
• driving style;
• tire pressure;
• distance driven.
WARNING!
Tires and the spare tire (if equipped)
should be replaced after six years,
regardless of the remaining tread.
Failure to follow this warning can
result in tire failure. You could lose
control and have a collision resulting
in serious injury or death.
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Replacement Tires
NOTE:
In order to maintain high performance
and safety level under all driving
conditions, Maserati strongly
recommends to use tires equivalent
to the originals in size, quality and
performance when replacement is
needed.
For the size designation of your
tire see table “Wheels” in section
“Features and Specifications”. The
Load Index and Speed Symbol for your
tire will be found on the original
equipment tire sidewall.
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NOTE:
Maserati recommends Maserati
Genuine Tires marked with “MGT”
logo specifically designed for its
models.
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It is recommended to replace the two
front tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Replacing just one tire can seriously
affect your vehicle’s handling.
If you ever replace a wheel assembly,
make sure that the wheel’s
specifications (valve, TPMS sensor
and tire) match those of the original
wheels. Failure to use equivalent
replacement tires may adversely affect
the safety, handling, and ride of your
vehicle.
The Service Network is available to
provide suggestions as to the types of
tires most suited to the use foreseen
by the Customer.
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•
WARNING!
• Do not use a tire, wheel size or
rating other than that specified for
your vehicle. Some combinations of
unapproved tires and wheels may
change suspension dimensions and
performance characteristics, resulting
in altered steering, handling, and
braking operations of the vehicle.
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This can cause unpredictable
handling and stress to steering and
suspension components. You could
lose control and have a collision
resulting in serious injury or death.
Use only the tire and wheel sizes
with load ratings appointed for your
vehicle.
Never use a tire with a smaller
load index or capacity, other than
what was originally equipped on
your vehicle. Using a tire with a
smaller load index could result in tire
overloading and failure. You could
lose control and have a collision.
Always check the maximum speed
rating on the tire sidewall on any tire
on the vehicle.
Never exceed the maximum speed
rating of the tires. Risk of accident
and serious personal injury due to
excessive speed.
Failure to equip your vehicle with
tires having adequate speed
capability can result in tire failure
and loss of vehicle control.
CAUTION!
Replacing original tires with tires
of a different size may result in
false speedometer and tachometer
readings.
Tire Types
Before mounting any type of tire,
contact the Service Network to receive
the technical information necessary
to advise you on wheel and tire
compatibility.
As to the type of tires to use, inflation
pressures and tires specifications,
carefully follow the indications as
reported in the "Technical Data" and
"Tire Inflation Pressure" chapters in
section "Features and Specifications".
Summer Tires
Summer tires provide traction in both
wet and dry conditions, and are not
intended to be driven in snow or on
ice.
If your vehicle is equipped with
summer tires, be aware these tires are
not designed for winter or cold driving
conditions. Install winter tires on your
vehicle when ambient temperatures
are less than 5 °C (40 °F) or if roads
are covered with ice or snow. For
more information, contact the Service
Network.
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Summer tires do not contain the all
season designation or mountain/
snowflake symbol on the tire sidewall.
Use summer tires only in sets of four;
failure to do so may adversely affect
the safety and handling of your
vehicle.
WARNING!
The summer tires profile and rubber
mixture are optimised for wet and
dry driving conditions. Summer tires
may not prove favourable for snow
conditions: install snow tires before
driving in such conditions to avoid
risk of loss of control and damage to
the vehicle as well as serious personal
injury.
All Season Tires (if equipped)
All season tires provide traction for all
seasons (spring, summer, fall, and
winter). Traction levels may vary
between different all season tires.
All season tires can be identified by
the M+S (Mud + Snow), M&S, M/S or
MS designation on the tire sidewall.
Use all season tires only in sets of
four; failure to do so may adversely
affect the safety and handling of your
vehicle.
Snow Tires (if equipped)
Some areas of the country require the
use of snow tires during the winter.
Snow tires can be identified by a
mountain/snowflake symbol on the
tire sidewall.
If you need snow tires, select tires
equivalent in size and type to the
original equipment tires. Use snow
tires only in sets of four; failure to do
so may adversely affect the safety and
handling of your vehicle.
Snow tires generally have lower speed
ratings than what was originally
equipped with your vehicle and should
not be operated at sustained speeds
over 120 km/h (75 mph). For speeds
above 120 km/h (75 mph) refer to
original equipment or an authorized
tire dealer for recommended safe
operating speeds, loading and cold tire
inflation pressures.
While studded tires improve
performance on ice, skid and traction
capability on wet or dry surfaces may
be poorer than that of non-studded
tires. Some states prohibit studded
tires; therefore, local laws should be
checked before using these tire types.
traction on compacted snow in heavy
snow conditions.
They should not be used in offroad conditions where there is no
compacted snow.
Maserati tested and recommends
to use traction devices with air
suspension system in “Off Road 1” or
“Off Road 2” ride height in order to
increase wheel clearance.
In any case do not exceed 50 km/h (30
mph).
Maserati tested, approved and
recommends traction devices “Thule
XG-12 tg 265” (for rear 265/50 ZR19
tires) and “Thule K-SUMMIT XXL tg
K67” (for rear 295/45 ZR 19 tires).
Please, contact your Service for further
information.
The snow chains may be fitted only on
rear wheel tires.
Check the snow chain tension after
driving for a distance of about 50 m
(55 yd) with the chains fitted.
With the snow chains fitted, it is
advisable to deactivate the ESC system
(see chapter “Drive Mode” in this
section).
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Snow Chains
Maserati approved traction devices (or
snow chains) may be used to improve
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CAUTION!
• The use of non-recommended snow
chains may damage the vehicle.
• Broken snow chains can cause
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serious damage. Stop the vehicle
immediately if noise occurs that
could indicate snow chain breakage.
Replace the damaged parts of the
snow chain before further use.
• Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph).
• Drive cautiously and avoid severe
turns and large bumps, especially
with a loaded vehicle.
• Avoid holes in the road, do not drive
over steps or sidewalks and do not
drive on long stretches without snow.
This will prevent damage to the
vehicle and the roadbed.
NOTE:
The Maserati Service Network can
provide you with all information about
the Maserati Snow Chains, available in
the "Genuine Accessories" range.
Pneumatic Suspension Mode
for Wheel Change
The pneumatic suspension system is
equipped with a specific mode to be
used when vehicle must be lifted to
change one or several wheels/tires.
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This mode temporarily disables
pneumatic suspension automatic
levelling.
To activate this mode, scroll user
settings on MTC+ and select “Wheel
Replacement Mode” in submenu
“Suspension”. The tick next to selected
item will indicate that this mode is
active and system is disabled (for
further details, refer to chapter “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”).
After servicing, restore original
conditions and eliminate the tick next
to selected mode: in this way the
pneumatic suspension system will go
back to normal operation.
Compact Spare Tire (if
provided)
The limited-use spare tire, or compact
spare tire, is for temporary emergency
use only.
This tire is identified by a label
indicating the driving speed limitations
to comply with when using the spare
tire.
Inflate the spare tire to the cold
inflation pressure listed on the table
“Tire Inflation Pressure” in section
“Features and Specifications”.
Mounting the spare tire affects vehicle
handling. Replace (or repair) as soon
as possible the original equipment
tire and reinstall it on the vehicle. Do
not install more than one compact
spare tire and wheel on the vehicle at
a time.
WARNING!
With these compact spare tires, do not
drive at more than 80 km/h (50 mph).
Temporary use spares have limited
tread life.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) will warn the driver of a
low tire pressure according to the
vehicle recommended cold pressure
indicated on the table “Tire Inflation
Pressure” in section “Features and
Specifications” and on the label
applied on the driver's side rear door
pillar (for versions/markets, where
provided).
Tire pressure should always be set
based on cold inflation tire pressure.
The cold tire inflation pressure must
not exceed the maximum inflation
pressure moulded into the tire
sidewall. Check “Tires – General
Information” in section “Driving” for
information on how to properly inflate
the tires.
The tire pressure will also increase as
the vehicle is driven - this is normal
and there is no adjustment required
when this occurs.
The TPMS will warn the driver of a
low tire pressure if the tire pressure
falls below the low-pressure warning
limit for any reason, including low
temperature effects and natural
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
pressure. Once the low tire pressure
warning light
illuminates, you
must increase the tire pressure to the
recommended cold inflation pressure
in order for the TPMS light
to
turn off. The system will automatically
update and the TPMS light
will
turn off once the system acquires the
correct tire pressure.
The vehicle may need to be driven for
up to 20 minutes above 24 km/h (15
mph) in order for the TPMS to acquire
and process the updated setting.
WARNING!
The TPMS warns the driver that
the tire pressure has decreased.
This warning does not exempt the
driver from periodically checking the
tires and from complying with the
prescribed tire pressure levels.
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CAUTION!
• The TPMS has been optimised for
the original equipment tires and
wheels. TPMS pressures and warning
have been established for the tire
size equipped on your vehicle.
Undesirable system operation or
sensor damage may occur when
using replacement equipment that
is not of the same size, type, and/or
style. Aftermarket wheels can
cause sensor damage. Do not use
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aftermarket tire sealants or balance
beads if your vehicle is equipped with
a TPMS, as damage to the sensors
may result.
• The system can temporarily
experience radio-electric interference
emitted by devices using similar
frequencies.
• After inspecting or adjusting the tire
pressure, always reinstall the valve
stem cap. This will prevent moisture
and dirt from entering the valve
stem and damage the TPMS internal
sensor.
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NOTE:
• Driving on a significantly
underinflated tire causes the tire to
overheat and may lead to tire failure.
Under-inflation also reduces fuel
efficiency and tire tread life, and may
affect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability.
• The TPMS is not a substitute for
proper tire maintenance, and it
is the driver’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressure using
an accurate tire pressure gauge, even
if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illumination of the
TPMS light
.
• Seasonal temperature changes will
affect tire pressure, and the TPMS
will monitor the actual tire pressure
in the tire.
Premium System
The TPMS system uses wireless
technology with wheel rim mounted
electronic sensors to monitor tire
pressure levels. Sensors mounted to
each wheel as part of the valve stem
transmit tire pressure readings to the
receiver module.
The TPMS consists of the following
components:
• receiver module;
• four TPMS sensors;
• various TPMS messages, which display
on the instrument cluster;
• warning light
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Tire Pressure Low Warning
The TPMS light
will illuminate in
the instrument cluster and an acoustic
signal will notify that tire pressure is
low in one or more of the four tires.
The instrument cluster will also display
a screenshot reporting the pressure
values of each tire with flashing low
pressure value.
Should this occur, you should stop
as soon as possible and inflate the
tire/s with the low pressure (the
one/s flashing in the instrument
cluster graphic) to the recommended
cold pressure inflation value. Once
the system receives the updated
tire pressure value, the system will
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automatically update, the graphic
display in the instrument cluster will
stop flashing, and the TPMS light
will turn off. The vehicle may need
to be driven for up to 20 minutes at
a speed between 24 km/h (15 mph)
and 130 km/h (80 mph) in order for
the TPMS to acquire and process the
updated information.
In case of replacement of wheel rims
and/or the relative valve with TPMS
sensor, or if the wheel arrangement is
changed, when reusing the vehicle it
may be necessary to wait 20 minutes
for the TPMS to acquire and process
the new components and/or the new
configuration.
Tire Pressure System Fault
If a system fault is detected, the TPMS
light
will flash for 75 seconds and
then remain lit followed by a beeping
sound. Therewith, the instrument
cluster will display a "Service Tire
Pressure System" message for a
minimum of five seconds and then
display dashes (--) in place of the
pressure value to indicate which sensor
is ineffective.
If the ignition switch is cycled, the
sequence will repeat, in case the
system fault still persists. If the system
fault no longer exists, the TPMS
light
will no longer flash, and
the "Service Tire Pressure System"
message will no longer display, and a
pressure value will display in place of
the dashes.
A system fault can occur due to any of
the following:
• Signal interference due to electronic
devices or driving next to facilities
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 endowed with
TPMS sensors.
The instrument cluster will also display
a "Service Tire Pressure System"
message for a minimum of five
seconds when a system fault related
to an incorrect sensor location fault
is detected. In this case, the "Service
Tire Pressure System" message is
then followed by a graphic display
with pressure values still shown. This
indicates that the pressure values are
still being received from the TPMS
sensors but they may not be located in
the correct vehicle position. The system
still needs to be serviced as long as the
"Service Tire Pressure System" message
is displayed.
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Vehicles with Compact Spare Tire
The compact spare tire does not have
a TPMS sensor. Therefore, the TPMS
will not monitor the pressure of the
compact spare tire.
If you replace a pneumatic having
pressure below the low-pressure
warning limit, with the compact spare
tire, on the next ignition switch cycle,
the TPMS light
will illuminate
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followed by a beeping sound. In
addition, the graphic in the instrument
cluster will still display a flashing
pressure value corresponding to the
compact tire position.
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After driving the vehicle for up to
20 minutes above 24 km/h (15 mph),
the TPMS light
will flash for 75
seconds and then remain lit. The
instrument cluster will then display a
"Service Tire Pressure System" message
for a minimum of five seconds and
then display dashes (--) in place of the
pressure value.
Each subsequent ignition switch cycle
will be followed by a beeping sound,
the TPMS light
will flash for 75
seconds and then remain lit. The
instrument cluster will then display a
"Service Tire Pressure System" message
for a minimum of five seconds and
subsequently displays dashes (--) in
place of the pressure value.
Once you repair, replace or reinstall a
tire with the compact spare tire, the
TPMS will update automatically. The
TPMS light
will turn OFF and the
graphic in the instrument cluster will
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 24 km/h (15 mph)
in order for the TPMS to acquire and
process the updated information.
TPMS Deactivation
The TPMS can be deactivated if
replacing all four tire rims with wheel
and tire assemblies not using of TPMS
sensors, such as winter wheel and
tire assemblies. After replacing all
four wheel and tire assemblies (road
tires) with tires not endowed with Tire
Pressure Monitoring System sensors,
drive the vehicle for 20 minutes above
24 km/h (15 mph). The TPMS will
chime, the TPMS light
will flash
on and off for 75 seconds and then
remain on and the instrument cluster
will display the “Service Tire Pressure
System” message and then display
dashes (--) in place of the pressure
values. Beginning with the next
ignition switch cycle, the TPMS will no
longer chime or display the “Service
Tire Pressure System” message in the
instrument cluster but dashes (--) will
remain in place of the pressure values.
To reactivate the TPMS, replace all
four wheel and tire assemblies (road
tires) with tires endowed with TPMS
sensors.
Then, drive the vehicle for up to 20
minutes above 24 km/h (15 mph). The
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TPMS will chime, the TPMS light
will flash for 75 seconds and then turn
off. The instrument cluster will then
display the “Service Tire Pressure
System” message.
The instrument cluster will also display
pressure values in place of the dashes
(--). On the next ignition switch cycle
the “Service Tire Pressure System”
message will no longer be displayed as
long as no system fault exists.
Radio Frequency Transmitter Regulatory Information
The “Regulatory Information” for
all the radio frequency and radar
devices can be consulted by accessing
the section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.
Fuel Requirements
Requirements of Gasoline
The engines are designed to meet
all environmental regulations and
provide excellent fuel economy and
performance when using high-quality
unleaded gasoline with a minimum
octane rating of 95.
For vehicle top performance, use
unleaded gasoline with no less than 98
minimum octane rating.
Light spark knock at low engine
speeds is not harmful to your engine.
However, continued heavy spark knock
at high speeds can cause damage, and
immediate service is required.
Poor quality gasoline can cause
problems such as hard starting,
stalling, and hesitations. If you
experience these symptoms, try
another brand of gasoline before
considering service for the vehicle at
the Service Network.
Over 40 auto manufacturers
worldwide have issued and endorsed
consistent gasoline specifications (the
World Wide Fuel Charter, WWFC)
which define fuel properties necessary
to deliver enhanced emissions,
performance, and durability for your
vehicle.
Maserati recommends the use of
gasoline that meets the WWFC
specifications if they are available.
Besides using unleaded gasoline
with the proper octane rating,
gasoline that contain detergents,
anti-corrosion and stability additives
are recommended. Using gasoline that
have these additives may help improve
fuel economy, reduce emissions, and
maintain vehicle performance.
CAUTION!
Maserati
strongly recommends the
•
use of Premium unleaded fuel ONLY.
Use of lesser grade fuel (other than
Premium) will lead to reduced engine
performance, and poor fuel economy
and can lead to the Malfunction
Indicator Light
illuminating on
the instrument cluster. Continued
use of lesser grade fuel (other than
Premium fuel) can lead to engine
misfire problems and possible
catalytic converter damage.
• The anti-pollution devices of the
vehicle require unleaded fuel to
be used at all times. Under no
circumstance, not even in an
emergency, should leaded fuel be
supplied to the fuel tank, not even
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a minimum quantity. This would
irreparably damage the catalytic
converters. An inefficient catalytic
converter results in noxious exhaust
emissions which damage the
environment.
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Gasoline Containing Alcohol & Ethers
(Oxygenated Fuels)
Some fuels in some geographical
areas, contain “oxygenates” which are
usually alcohols or ethers. The fuel
station service pumps with oxygenated
fuels must be clearly marked indicating
use of alcohols or ethers.
Please be aware that in some
geographic areas fuel stations
may have fuelling pumps that are
unmarked. If you are not sure if the
fuel you will be dispensing into your
vehicle contains alcohol or ethers, ask
the fuel service station operator or
change station.
CAUTION!
The use of detergent gasoline is
effective in minimising fuel injector
and intake valve deposits.
The use of external fuel injector
cleaning systems/fluids is NOT
recommended.
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Some geographic areas, require the
use of “oxygenated” fuels to meet
seasonal air quality standards.
• Alcohol - Ethanol: Fuels containing
ONLY up to 10% ethanol by volume
may be used (ethanol may also be
referred to as Ethyl alcohol, or
“Gasohol”.
• Ethers - MTBE: Fuel containing ONLY
up to 15% MTBE may be used. Do
not use any gasoline that contains
lead as a knock inhibitor, and DO
NOT use lead additives.
MMT in Gasoline
MMT (Methylcyclopentadienyl
Manganese Tricarbonyl) is a
manganese containing metallic
additive that is blended into some
gasoline to increase octane. Gasoline
blended with MMT provides no
performance advantage beyond
gasoline of the same octane number
without MMT. Maserati recommends
that gasoline without MMT to be used
in your vehicle.
The MMT content of gasoline may not
be indicated on the gasoline pump;
therefore, you should ask the gasoline
station operator whether or not the
gasoline contains MMT.
Requirements of Diesel Fuel
Use good quality diesel fuel from
a reputable supplier. If the vehicle
is exposed to extreme cold (below
–7°C/20°F), or is required to operate
at colder than normal conditions for
prolonged periods, use climatised No.
2 diesel fuel or dilute the No. 2 diesel
fuel with 50% No. 1 diesel fuel. This
will provide better protection from
fuel gelling or wax-plugging of the
fuel filters.
This vehicle must only use “Premium
Diesel” fuel that meets the
requirements of EN 590 (as reported
on the label applied inside the fuel
filler door). Biodiesel blends that meet
EN 590 may also be used.
CAUTION!
• Maserati strongly recommends the
use of Premium diesel fuel ONLY.
Use of lesser grade fuel (other than
Premium) will lead to reduced engine
performance, and poor fuel economy
and can lead to the Malfunction
Indicator Light
illuminating on
the instrument cluster. Continued
use of lesser grade fuel (other than
Premium diesel fuel) can lead to fuel
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injection system damages and engine
operating problems.
• The manufacturer requires that you
must fuel this vehicle with Ultra Low
Sulphur Highway Diesel fuel (15 ppm
Sulphur maximum) and prohibits the
use of Low Sulphur Highway Diesel
fuel (500 ppm Sulfur maximum)
to avoid damage to the emissions
control system.
WARNING!
Do not use alcohol or gasoline as a
fuel blending agent. They can be
unstable under certain conditions and
hazardous or explosive when mixed
with diesel fuel.
Diesel fuel is seldom completely free of
water. To prevent fuel system trouble,
drain the accumulated water from
the fuel/water separator using the
fuel/water separator drain provided. If
you buy good quality fuel and follow
the cold weather advice above, fuel
conditioners should not be required in
your vehicle. If available in your area,
a high cetane “Premium Diesel” fuel
may offer improved cold-starting and
warm-up performance.
Refuelling
Fuel Filler Neck Access
To access the fuel filler neck, the filler
door must be unlocked. From outside
the vehicle, this can only be done by
pressing the unlock
or the lock
button on the key fob RKE transmitter,
in the same way as if opening or
closing the doors. If any of the door
lock controls is pressed from inside the
vehicle, the filler door will still remain
open to allow refueling.
• Press the indicated area on the filler
door, which is located on the rear left
side of the vehicle: the filler door will
open completely.
filler door is present a label show in
the picture.
The label includes two graphic symbols
that identifies the type of fuel to
be used compliant to EN16942 and
reported in the following table.
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Unleaded fuel containing
up to 2,7% (m/m) oxygen
and a maximum ethanol
content of 5,0% (V/V)
EN228 compliant fuel
Fuel Compatible Labels - Gasoline
Engines
To help to user in the choice of fuel
compatible for the car, inside the fuel
Unleaded fuel containing
up to 3,7% (m/m) oxygen
and a maximum ethanol
content of 10,0% (V/V)
EN228 compliant fuel
Fuel Compatible Label - Diesel Engines
To help to user in the choice of fuel
compatible for the car, inside the fuel
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filler door is present a label show in
the picture.
strap, to prevent it from being lost
while refuelling.
WARNING!
• To avoid the risk of fire, do not
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The label includes a graphic symbol
that identifies the type of fuel to
be used compliant to EN16942 and
reported in the following table.
• When refuelling, place the cap in the
proper seat on the filler door hinge.
Diesel fuel containing up
to 7% (V/V) Fatty Acid
Methyl Esters (FAME)
EN590 compliant fuel
Refill the Tank (Gasoline Only)
The fuel filler neck is provided with
external cap.
• Rotate counterclockwise and remove
the fuel filler cap. The cap hermetic
seal may result in a slight pressure
increase inside the tank. Any hissing
noise while the cap is being opened
is therefore completely normal. The
cap is linked to the filler neck with a
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• Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the
filler.
approach the filler with open flames
or cigarettes!
• To avoid the risk of inhaling noxious
fumes, do not breathe close to the
fuel filler door, when opened.
• Never have any smoking materials
lit in or near the vehicle when the
fuel filler door is open or the tank is
being filled.
• Never add fuel when the engine is
running. This violates most fireprevention regulations and may
cause the Malfunction Indicator Light
to turn on (see “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”).
• Fill the vehicle with fuel. Fuel
tank capacity is indicated in the
“Refillings” table in section “Features
and Specifications”. When the fuel
nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel
tank is basically full: it is possible to
further ensure refueling 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.
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• Wait approximately 10 seconds
before removing the fuel nozzle in
order to ensure completed supply of
residual fuel and restrict the risk of
fouling the fuel filler door area.
• Remove the fuel nozzle.
• Insert the cap on the fuel filler neck.
• Tighten the cap, turning it clockwise
until it stops.
• Close the fuel filler door.
fuel nozzle of the service station when
refueling.
Only a nozzle of the suitable size can
open the closing tab.
• Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the
filler.
NOTE:
Only with a correct size nozzle you can
refuel.
Spare Wheel Configuration
WARNING!
CAUTION!
To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling,
do not “top off” the fuel tank after
filling.
• To avoid the risk of fire, do not
Emergency Refuelling Funnel
A funnel is provided in the tool box
container for emergency refueling
with a gas can (see chapter “Tool kit”
in section “In an Emergency”).
WARNING!
A fire may result if fuel is pumped
into a portable container that is inside
of a vehicle. You could be burned.
Always place gas containers outside
the vehicle while filling.
Refill the Tank (Diesel Only)
Tire Kit Configuration
The fuel filler is sealed by an internal
closing tab, which is opened by the
approach the filler with open flames
or cigarettes!
• To avoid the risk of inhaling noxious
fumes, do not breathe close to the
fuel filler door, when opened.
• Never have any smoking materials
lit in or near the vehicle when the
fuel filler door is open or the tank is
being filled.
• Never add fuel when the engine is
running. This violates most fireprevention regulations and may
cause the Malfunction Indicator Light
to turn on (see “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”).
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• Fill the vehicle with fuel. Fuel
tank capacity is indicated in the
“Refillings” table in section “Features
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and Specifications”. When the fuel
nozzle “clicks” or shuts off, the fuel
tank is basically full: it is possible to
further ensure refueling 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 fuel and restrict the risk of
fouling the fuel filler door area.
• Remove the fuel nozzle.
• Close the fuel filler door.
water has entered the fuel tank:
in this case, turn off the engine
immediately and contact the Service
Network .
Emergency Refueling Funnel
A funnel is provided in the tool box
container for emergency refueling
with a gas can (see chapter “Tool kit”
in section “In an Emergency”).
WARNING!
A fire may result if fuel is pumped
into a portable container that is inside
of a vehicle. You could be burned.
Always place gas containers outside
the vehicle while filling.
CAUTION!
• To avoid fuel spillage and overfilling,
do not “top off” the fuel tank after
filling.
• The presence of water inside
the fuel system can damage the
injection system and cause engine’s
malfunction. If the
warning
light turns on, you shall contact the
Service Network as soon as possible
to have the fuel filter cleaned. If,
after a refueling, the
warning
light turns on, it may be that some
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Tire Kit Configuration
Spare Wheel Configuration
Emergency Fuel Filler Door
Release
If you are unable to unlock the fuel
filler door using the key fob RKE
transmitter, use the fuel filler door
emergency release located in the boot.
• Open the liftgate (see “Open and
Close the Power Liftgate” in section
“Before Starting”).
• Lift the access cover on the left side
of the boot compartment.
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Driving Conditions
Before the Trip
• Pull the release cable moderately
to avoid its possible break. It's not
possible to feel or hear the unlocking
of the fuel filler door actuator.
Check the following at regular
intervals and always before long trips:
• tire pressure and condition;
• levels of fluids and lubricants;
• conditions of the windshield wiper
blades;
• clean the glass on the external light
and all other glass surfaces;
• proper operation of the warning
lights and of the external lights.
CAUTION!
It is however advisable to perform
these checks at least every 1000 km
(600 mi) and always following the
maintenance schedule reported in
section “Maintenance and Care”.
• Then open normally the fuel filler
door.
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;
• carefully arrange and secure any
objects in the boot, to prevent them
from moving forward in case of
sudden stops;
• avoid heavy meals before a trip. A
light snack helps keep your reflexes
sharp. In particular, avoid drinking
alcohol.
WARNING!
Beyond being prohibited by law, it is
extremely dangerous to ride inside the
boot or on the hood. In the event
of an accident, passengers sitting
here are more exposed to the risk of
serious injury. Passengers must only
travel seated in the vehicle seats, with
the seat belts fastened. Always check
that the driver and all passengers
have the seat belts correctly fastened.
Safe Driving
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Although the vehicle is equipped with
active and passive safety devices, the
driver's conduct is always a decisive
factor for road safety.
Some simple rules for travelling safely
in different conditions are listed
below. Some of them will probably
already sound familiar but, in any
case, it would be useful to read them
carefully.
Driving at Night
The main guidelines to follow when
driving at night are set out below.
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• Drive drive carefully. Night conditions
demand more focus and attention.
• Reduce your speed, especially on
roads with no streetlights.
• Stop at early signs of drowsiness.
Continuing to drive would be a risk
for yourself and for others. Have a
rest before continuing your trip.
• Keep the vehicle at a greater distance
from vehicles in front of you than
you would during the day: it is
difficult to assess the speed of other
vehicles when you only see the lights.
• Use the high beams only outside of
densely-populated areas and when
you are sure that they will not disturb
other drivers.
• When another vehicle is approaching,
switch from high beams (if on) to low
beams.
• Keep lights and headlights clean.
• Outside of densely-populated areas,
beware of animals crossing the road.
Driving in the Rain
Rain and wet roads are dangerous.
On a wet road all manoeuvres are
more difficult since wheel grip on
the road is significantly reduced. This
means that the braking distances
increase considerably and the road
grip decreases.
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Some advices for driving in the rain are
listed below.
• Reduce your speed and keep a
greater safety distance from the
vehicles in front of you. High speed
may result in a loss of vehicle control.
• When driving on wet or slushy roads,
it is possible for a wedge of water to
build up between the tire and road
surface. This is known as aquaplaning
and may cause partial or complete
loss of vehicle control and stopping
ability. To reduce this possibility: slow
down if the road has standing water
or puddles.
• Heavy rain substantially reduces
visibility. In these circumstances, even
during the day, turn on the low
beams, to be more visible to other
drivers.
• Set the air conditioning and heating
system controls on the demisting
function, in order to avoid any
visibility problem.
• Periodically check the conditions of
the windshield wiper blades.
• In low grip conditions use “I.C.E.”
driving mode (see chapters “Drive
Mode” and “Off-road Drive” in this
section).
• Avoid driving with ESC OFF as this
will likely cause a loss of control of
the vehicle.
Driving in Fog
If the fog is dense, avoid travelling if
possible.
When driving in mist, blanket fog or
when there is the possibility of banks
of fog, please consider some advices
listed below.
• Keep a moderate speed.
• Even in daytime, turn on the low
beams and front and rear fog lights.
Do not use the high beams.
• Remember that fog creates dampness
on the asphalt and thus any type
of manoeuvre is more difficult and
braking distances are extended.
• Keep a safe distance from the vehicle
in front of you.
• Avoid sudden changes in speed as
much as possible.
• Whenever possible, avoid overtaking.
• If you are forced to stop the vehicle
(breakdowns, impossibility of
proceeding due to poor visibility,
etc.), first of all, try to stop off of the
travel lane. Then turn on the hazard
warning lights and, if possible, the
low beams.
• Sound the horn rhythmically if you
hear another vehicle approaching.
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CAUTION!
Be aware that rear fog lights can
bother the drivers following your
vehicle: when visibility is back to
normal, turn off these lights.
Driving in the Mountains
Mountain roads usually have many
narrow turns and curves, tunnels and
steep uphill or downhill slopes: please
consider some advices listed below.
• Drive at a moderate speed, avoid
“cutting” corners.
• When driving inside a tunnel in
daylight turn on the low beams in
advance; avoid high beams and
be aware of the rapid brightness
change. Avoid abrupt manoeuvres
that could be dangerous for the
following vehicle.
• Never coast downhill with the engine
off or in neutral.
• Remember that passing other
vehicles when driving uphill is
slower and thus requires more free
distance on the road. If you are being
overtaken on a hill, slow down and
allow the other vehicle to pass.
Driving on Snow or Ice
Please consider some general advice
for driving in these conditions, listed
below.
• Maintain a very moderate speed.
• Fit snow chains or specific tires if
the road is covered with snow: see
the paragraphs “Tires – General
Information” in this section.
• We recommend you to activate the
“I.C.E.” mode (see chapters “Drive
Mode” and “Off-road Drive” in this
section).
• During the winter season, even
apparently dry roads can have icy
sections. Be careful when crossing
bridges, viaducts and roads that have
little exposure to the sun and are
bordered by trees and rocks. They
may be icy.
• Keep an ample safe distance from the
vehicles in front of you.
• Avoid sharp braking, sharp changes
in direction and rapid acceleration.
Rapid acceleration on snow covered
or icy surfaces may cause the driving
wheels to pull erratically to the right
or left. This phenomenon occurs
when there is a difference in the
surface traction under the rear
(driving) wheels.
WARNING!
Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces
is dangerous. Unequal traction can
cause sudden pulling of the rear
driving wheels. You could lose control
of the vehicle and possibly have
a collision. Accelerate slowly and
carefully whenever there is likely to
be poor traction (ice, snow, wet mud,
loose sand, etc.).
Driving through Flooded
Sections
Driving through water sections will
requires extra caution to ensure
passenger safety and prevent damage
to your vehicle. For more details, see
“Off-road Drive” in this section.
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Adding Reducing Agent
AdBlue® (Diesel only)
Specifications of Reducing
Agent AdBlue®
AdBlue® is a registered
trademark of VDA (Verband der
Automobilindustrie), the German
vehicle manufacturers' association.
Reducing agent AdBlue® must meet
the quality requirements of ISO 222411.
CAUTION!
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• AdBlue® is a non-toxic, colourless
solution of pure synthetic urea and
de-mineralised water. In the event
AdBlue® becomes contaminated due
to improper handling or storage, it
may lead to the exhaust gas aftertreatment system malfunctioning.
• In its sealed container, AdBlue® has
a shelf life of at least a year if stored
at temperatures between 30°C
° (86°F)
°
and -10°C
° (14°F)
° away from direct
sunlight.
Have the AdBlue® tank filled or topped
up by the Service Network.
They have the necessary equipment
and skills to perform this operation
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safely, and avoiding damage to the
vehicle or the environment.
Suitable messages on the TFT display
indicate when the AdBlue® tank
needs filling (see chapter “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”). You can
check any time the filling status of
the reservoir containing AdBlue®
by entering the submenu “Vehicle
Info” with the buttons on the right
side of the steering wheel (see
chapter "Instrument Cluster" in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
Under severe operating conditions,
sporty use or at temperatures below 5°C (23°F), it may be necessary to top
up AdBlue® between two consecutive
scheduled maintenance services.
Before travelling in countries where
it might be difficult to find AdBlue®,
check that the reductant level in the
tank is sufficient to cover the distance
to be travelled. If this is not the case,
top up with AdBlue® by yourself or
have it done by the Service Network.
CAUTION!
• AdBlue® freezes at outer
temperatures of approximately
-10°C (14°F) but the vehicle can be
used also at lower temperatures
since it is equipped with an AdBlue®
pre-heating system.
• At temperatures below -10°C (14°F),
the AdBlue® level sensor may no
longer ensure an accurate indication
for the instrument cluster. A message
on the instrument cluster will invite
to refuel Adblue® above -10°C (14°F).
Allow the vehicle to reach regular
operating conditions before checking
level by means of the “AdBlue Level”
function in the VEHICLE INFO menu
(see chapter “Instrument Cluster” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
• If the vehicle remains several hours at
low temperature (below -10°C/14°F),
Adblue® in the reservoir could freeze
completely. Under these conditions,
it could be impossible to top up
AdBlue®. Should it be necessary to
top up, it is necessary to top up only
after using the vehicle for a few
hours, or after leaving it parked at a
higher temperature.
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• If you expect to travel through
regions where you could find
temperatures below -10°C (14°F),
we suggest that you check Adblue®
level and, if necessary, top up before
leaving.
WARNING!
• Keep AdBlue® away from skin or
Owners may top up reducing agent
AdBlue® to proper level at service
stations.
Important Warnings if You Top
Up AdBlue® Level Yourself
If a wrong fluid is filled into the
AdBlue® tank (for instance Diesel
fuel, coolant, etc...), the Malfunction
Indicator Light
comes on and
the message shown in the figure
appears on the instrument cluster first
time when driving for 10 seconds,
accompanied by a single acoustic
signal. If so, have the vehicle serviced
by the Service Network as soon as
possible.
A top-up using the nozzle or with
canisters or single-use bottles is not
a difficult operation provided that
you follow the instructions given in
the following paragraph and standard
safety precautions to avoid direct
contact with AdBlue® fluid or prevent
possible spills from being released into
the environment or damaging vehicle
bodywork or covers.
Wear protective gloves and goggles
and carry out this operation
outdoors or in well-ventilated area,
as unpleasant smelling vapour may
develop.
eyes: in the event of accidental
contact, wash the affected area with
water and flush eyes with running
water, keeping eyelids wide open.
In the event product is swallowed,
rinse mouth and drink abundant
water.
• Keep AdBlue® containers out of the
reach of children.
CAUTION!
If AdBlue® is spilled on interior linings
or on paint-finished vehicle body parts,
wash the affected area with abundant
soapy water, if possible before the
fluid begins to crystallise.
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How To Top Up AdBlue® Level
Yourself
When the low level indication is
displayed, the quantity of AdBlue® left
in the tank gives a range of about
2000 km (1200 mi) under normal
driving conditions.
Maserati recommends refilling at any
AdBlue® distributor, through the
appropriate nozzle and, in case of
emergency, to refill using canisters
or single-use bottles to top up
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AdBlue® level. These bottles contain
2 litres of product approximately,
which is enough to extend range by
another 2000 km (1200 mi) at least.
These bottles are generally available
at service stations that sell these
products.
The AdBlue® filler neck with cap is
located next to the fuel filler neck.
To access the AdBlue® cap, open the
filler door as indicated in the chapter
"Refuelling" in this section.
• Turn the AdBlue® cap counter
clockwise until releasing it.
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• Housing the cap into the relief of the
filler door hinge.
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CAUTION!
• Do not place the cap removed on
paint-finished vehicle body parts or
on the luggage compartment lining
to avoid damage.
• Take the necessary precautions to
avoid introducing AdBlue® into the
fuel filler neck.
Refilling with Nozzles
You can fill up at any AdBlue®
distributor.
Proceed as follows:
• Insert the AdBlue® nozzle in the
filler neck and start refilling. Fill
the AdBlue® tank with a maximum
reducing agent amount of 19.6 liters
(4.30 UK gallons).
• Stop refilling at the first shut-off (the
shut-off indicates that the AdBlue®
tank is full). Do not proceed with
the refilling, to prevent spillage of
AdBlue®.
• Extract the nozzle from the filler
neck.
Refilling with Containers
Proceed as follows:
• Check the expiration date and read
the advice for use on the label before
pouring the content of the canister
or of the bottle into the AdBlue®
tank.
• Refilling by Canister
If containers which cannot be
screwed into the filler neck are
used for refilling, in order to
avoid possible overfilling of the
AdBlue® tank (it could cause the
switching on of the Malfunction
Indicator Light
to alert the
driver) it is necessary to refer to the
AdBlue® level information into the
section “Dashboard Instruments
and Controls” and not exceed the
maximum AdBlue® tank capacity. In
any case, stop the refilling at the first
leak of AdBlue® from filler neck.
In case the indication of refilling
appears on the instrument cluster
display (see "Instrument Cluster" in
section "Dashboard Instruments and
Controls"), fill the AdBlue® tank with
at least 5 litres (1.1 UK gallons).
• Refilling by Single-use Bottles
Driving
The refilling by containers which can
be screwed into the filler neck is not
recommended by Maserati. If bottles
are used for refilling, it is necessary
to pay attention to not overfill the
AdBlue® tank (it could cause the
switching on of the Malfunction
Indicator Light
to alert the
driver).
It is necessary to refer to the
AdBlue® level information into the
section “Dashboard Instruments
and Controls” and not exceed the
maximum AdBlue® tank capacity.
In case the indication of refilling
appears on the instrument cluster
display (see "Instrument Cluster" in
section "Dashboard Instruments and
Controls"), fill the AdBlue® tank with
at least 2.5 bottles (5 liters , 1.1 UK
gallons) and the maximum quantity
of 6 bottles (13 liters, 2.8 UK gallons).
CAUTION!
To avoid contamination, use AdBlue®
from sealed containers or canisters
and always clean the extension spout
before insert it to the filler neck.
NOTE:
If the AdBlue® comes out during
filling, it is advisable to clean the filler
area before reinstalling and close the
cap.
Once the refilling is finished, insert
the AdBlue® cap into the filler neck
and turn it clockwise until locking it in
place: close the fuel filler door.
ENVIRONMENTAL!
Empty bottles or containers may be
disposed of at the Service Network
or into household waste bins where
this is allowed by local environmental
protection regulations.
When the engine is started next after
a top-up, the low level message on
the display should disappear after a
few seconds. If less than 2 litres of
AdBlue® have been added upon topup, the message may appear again
with a longer range before engine
start inhibition.
Trailer Towing
In this section you will find safety tips
and information on limits to the type
of towing you can reasonably do with
your vehicle.
NOTE:
• On the TROFEO version you can not
install the trailer tongue.
• Using original Maserati equipment
offers an advantage, compared to
aftermarket one, in terms of driving
safety and utilizing the vehicle
potential under all conditions,
especially considering that ESC and
AWD systems feature specific settings
for trailer towing. Further to this, if
vehicle use conditions so allow, the
original trailer tongue allows use
of the driver assist systems present
on-board.
• To maintain the new vehicle limited
warranty coverage, follow the
requirements and recommendations
in this chapter.
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Trailer Tongue Weight
Maximum load of tow vehicle is
reduced by the trailer tongue weight
and the load on the same due to the
trailer. Trailer tongue weight increases
vehicle weight.
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Driving
Do not exceed the maximum GVWR of
the tow vehicle, the one for each axle
(GAWR) and the mass that the vehicle
is rated to tow (GTW) specified on the
nameplate located on the rear driver
door’s ledge.
WARNING!
It is important that you do not exceed
the maximum allowed overall GVWR
and GTW. A dangerous driving
condition can result if either rating is
exceeded. You could lose control of
the vehicle and have an accident.
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Arranging Load on Trailer
Arrange load at the bottom and as
close as possible to trailer wheel axle.
In this way the trailer center of gravity
will be lower, thereby increasing the
driving safety of the vehicle-trailer
assembly.
Always load a trailer with 60% of the
weight in the front of the trailer.
Loads bearing more on wheel axle,
or heavier in the rear of the trailer,
can cause the trailer to sway severely
side-to-side which could cause loss of
control of vehicle and trailer.
WARNING!
Failure to load trailers heavier in front
is the cause of many trailer accidents.
Never exceed the maximum tongue
weight stamped on your trailer hitch.
Tire Pressure Adjustment
Proper tire inflation pressures of your
vehicle and trailer are essential to
the safe and satisfactory operation
of your vehicle while driving and in
manoeuvres.
Check for signs of tire wear or visible
tire damage on trailer and vehicle
before towing a trailer.
For more information on vehicle tires,
see “Tires – General Information” in
this section.
When a trailer must be towed, inflate
vehicle tires to full load recommended
pressure (FLC) indicated in chapter
“Tire pressure” in section “Features
and Specifications”.
For pressure of trailer tires, follow
the instructions given by the trailer
manufacturer.
After adjusting vehicle tire pressure
and connecting and disconnecting
the trailer, initialise the Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) following
the instructions under chapter “Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)” in
this section.
Field of Vision of External Rear
View Mirrors
Law provisions require the field of
vision of external rear-view mirrors to
include the rear trailer corners.
If vehicle external rear-view mirrors
cannot cover the required field of
vision, it is possible to install additional
rear-view mirrors sticking further out
at the sides.
The Service Network can provide
you with information about towing
a trailer and about the approved
components available in the “Genuine
Accessories” range.
Trailer Lights
Law provisions require trailers to be
equipped with an electrical lighting
system that must include the following
lights:
• Turn signals;
• Position lights;
• Stop lights;
• Rear fog lights;
• Reverse lights;
• Number plate lights;
• Side marker lights (for trailer width
over 2.1 m/6.8 ft).
Driving
The power input of the trailer lights
must not exceed the values in the
following list.
• Position lights, side marker lights and
number plate lights: 6 x 5W per side.
• Rear fog lights: 2 x 21W
• Turn indicators: 2 x 21W
• Stop lights: 4 x 21W
• Reverse lights: 2 x 21W
Trailer Wiring Harness
Vehicle trailer tongue includes a 13-pin
or 4-pin (for Australia - AUS marked
only) sealed connector powered
at 12VDC (CUNA/UNI and ISO/DIN
standards) for connection of the
corresponding trailer wiring connector.
In addition to the electrical branches,
the vehicle electrical system can only
be connected to the supply cable for
an electric brake and to the cable for
an internal light for the trailer, not
exceeding 15W.
CAUTION!
Do not cut or splice wiring into the
vehicle wiring harness. Do not change
cable connections on connectors.
Under certain conditions some lights
may not operate and trailer may
be not sufficiently visible. The table
below indicates the function and
color of cable corresponding to every
connector pin as shown in the figure.
13-pin Connector
5
7-pin Connector (AUS)
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13-pin Connector
5
Pin N.
Function
Wire Color
1
Left turn signal
Black-White
2
Rear fog light
White
3
Lights ground (Lights GND)
Brown
4
Right turn signal
Black-Green
5
Left unit, including position light, side marker lights, and number plate light (*)
Green-Red
6
Stop lights
Black-Red
7
Right unit, including position light, side marker lights, and number plate light (*)
Green-Black
8
Reverse light
Blue-Red
9
Permanent power supply (+Batt)
Red
10
Power supply controlled by ignition switch (+Key)
Yellow
11
+Ignition Switch (+Key GND)
Yellow-Brown
12
Reserved (trailer connected)
‒
13
+Battery (+Batt GND)
Red-Brown
(*) The assembly including position light, side marker and number plate light shall be connected such that no light of the
assembly has a common connection with both pins 5 and 7.
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7-pin Connector (AUS)
Pin N.
Function
Wire Color
1
Left turn lights
Yellow
2
Reversing signal
Black
3
Earth return
White
4
Right turn lights
Green
5
Service brakes
Blue
6
Stop lights
Red
7
Rear lights
Brown
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Driving
If the hooking and/or the electrical
connection between vehicle and trailer
is faulty, the warning light and the
relevant message are displayed on
instrument cluster display (see example
in the figure).
• Slide cover downward to disengage
the two projecting elements
indicated in the figure from bumper.
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In these cases please contact the
Service Network and avoid using the
vehicle with a trailer.
Installing the Trailer Tongue
Removing the Access Cover
Before fitting the trailer tongue, the
access cover on the bottom part of the
rear bumper must be removed.
The cover is engaged in the bumper.
• Release cover inner side from
bumper, using the tip of a tool or
screwdriver at the points indicated by
the arrows.
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• Store cover in the luggage
compartment.
Install the Trailer Tongue
• Remove the protective plug from
the trailer tongue seat on the cross
member of the car.
On cars equipped with tire kit:
• lift the rear side of boot floor panel
and hold it up in one of the available
positions (see “Tool Kit” in section
“In an Emergency”);
• remove the storage box: the trailer
tongue is installed in the preformed
tool box.
On cars equipped with spare wheel,
the trailer tongue is housed in a bag
positioned on the right side of the
boot compartment.
The trailer tongue is usually in the
released position
when taken out
from the luggage compartment. This
can be observed by the knob spaced
of approximately 5 mm (0.2 in) from
the bar of trailer tongue (shown in
the side view of figure) and by the
red mark on the knob directed to the
green mark on the bar. The trailer
Driving
tongue can be installed only when in
these conditions.
If the locking mechanism of the trailer
tongue is NOT preloaded before the
installation, or in the locked position,
it must be preloaded.
The locked position
can be
identified by the green mark of the
knob coinciding with the green mark
on the bar of the trailer tongue and by
the knob resting on the bar.
Should it be necessary to preload
the locking mechanism, proceed as
follows:
• remove the cap from the lock and
insert the supplied key;
• turn key clockwise until it stops, until
it stops;
• extract the knob following the
direction of arrow 1;
• turn the knob clockwise 2, until
it stops. The locking mechanism
remains preloaded even when the
knob is released.
• Push the trailer tongue upwards:
the preloaded mechanism locks it
automatically in place.
WARNING!
To prevent injury to limbs, keep hands
away from the knob when inserting
the trailer tongue in the seat on the
cross member of the car.
At this point the trailer tongue with
locking mechanism preloaded is ready
to be inserted in the seat on the cross
member of the car.
• Aim trailer tongue so that deltashaped inserts on tongue parallel side
are aligned with the corresponding
slots on seat bottom edge, on cross
member.
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Using the supplied key, lock the
mechanism
.
• Turn key counter clockwise until it
stops and remove it.
• Fit the protection cap on the lock.
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Driving
Connect the Electrical System of the
Trailer (7-pin Connector – AUS)
• After lowering protection cover,
engage the trailer male connector
into the car female connector.
• Push trailer connector fully home and
engage the safety lock, if any.
NOTE:
• The key can be removed only when
the locking mechanism is locked.
• To avoid losing the key while towing,
do NOT leave it in the lock.
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Remove ball protection from trailer
tongue and hook the vehicle to be
trailed.
Connect the Electrical System of the
Trailer (13-pin Connector)
• For connection, turn down the
mounting bracket of connector,
which is found on the left-hand side
of trailer tongue seat.
13-pin Connector
• After lowering protection cover,
engage the trailer male connector
into the car female connector. To
ensure that connectors properly
match, make sure that protruding tab
on trailer side connector is aligned
with the recess on car side connector.
• Push trailer connector fully home and
engage the safety lock, if any.
13-pin Connector
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7-pin Connector (AUS)
Remove the Trailer Tongue
When trailer tongue is no longer
necessary, disconnect electrical
connector.
Remove the trailer tongue from its
seat as described below.
• Remove the protection cap and insert
the key in the lock.
• Open the lock by turning the key
clockwise until it stops.
Driving
• Grip the trailer tongue firmly and
pull out the knob following the
direction of the arrow (1).
• Rotate knob clockwise (2) until
it stops, in order to release it in
unlocked position
.
• Then remove the trailer tongue from
its seat.
• Install the protective cap in the trailer
tongue seat on the cross member of
the car.
• Clean the trailer tongue and remove
all residues, especially on the ends.
• Install the ball protection and cap on
the key.
• Set trailer tongue in its seat inside
the luggage compartment.
• Turn connector mounting bracket
upwards (only in case of 13-pin
Connector).
• Refit the access cover making sure to
engage the two projecting elements
indicated by the arrow fully home
into the bumper.
• Push cover lower end toward bumper
until the two retainers click in place.
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Towing Tips
• Before setting out on a trip, check
operation of trailer rear lights and
stop lights to ensure you do not
jeopardise other road users' safety.
• Make certain that the load is secured
in the trailer and will not shift during
travel. When trailering cargo that is
not fully secured, dynamic load shifts
can occur that may be difficult for
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the driver to control. You could lose
control of your vehicle and have a
collision.
• When hauling cargo or towing a
trailer, do not overload your vehicle
or trailer. Overloading can cause a
loss of control, damage to brakes,
driveline, steering, suspension or
tires.
• Safety metal wire must always be
used between your vehicle and
trailer. Always connect the wire to
the hook retainers of the trailer and
vehicle hitch. Cross the wire under
the trailer tongue and allow enough
slack for turning corners.
• Comply with local applicable speed
limits.
• Towing any trailer will increase your
stopping distance. When towing, you
should allow for additional space
between your vehicle and the vehicle
in front of you. Failure to do so could
result in an accident.
• For towing use ride height “Normal”.
• Adjust speed when towing a trailer.
Depending on towed load and
weather conditions, trailer might
sway at a speed above 80 km/h (50
mph).
• If trailer sways, driver can
restore vehicle-trailer stability by
immediately braking in a firm
manner.
• When towing a trailer, never exceed
100 km/h (62 mph). The high
axial load developed under these
conditions might damage tires.
• Do not exceed maximum specified
pressure for vehicle and trailer tires.
• Considering the large dimensions
of the vehicle-trailer assembly, any
indispensable correction of trajectory
must be performed with great care
to avoid any damage to other road
users.
• To ensure other vehicles' safety and
avoid hindering smooth traffic flow,
towing a trailer is allowed on roads
with a maximum grade of 12%.
• In case of hill start, the Hill Start
Assist system (HSA, see “Brake and
Stability Control Systems” in this
section) can manage brake system
intervention at best.
• Vehicles with trailers should
not be parked on a steep grade.
When parking, put the tow vehicle
transmission in P (Park) and apply the
parking brake on the tow vehicle.
Always, block or "chock" the trailer
wheels.
• On steep downhill roads, the vehicletrailer assembly will tend to sway
more easily. Before driving downhill,
manually engage lower gear and
drive slowly.
• Do not use electronic Cruise Control
(CC and/or ACC) when driving on
slopes or when carrying heavy loads.
• The D (Drive) gear must be selected
when towing. The transmission
controls include a drive strategy to
avoid frequent shifting when towing.
However, if frequent shifting does
occur while in D (Drive), if foreseen,
you can use the paddle shift switches
to manually select a lower gear.
• Using a lower gear while operating
the vehicle under heavy loading
conditions, will improve performance
and extend transmission life by
reducing excessive shifting and heat
buildup. This action will also provide
better engine braking.
Trailer Tongue Maintenance
To ensure correct operation of the
system, periodically remove all
deposits of dirt which may have
accumulated on the ball head bar and
from the mounting pipe.
The possible key locking must only be
treated with graphite.
Periodically lubricate the joints, the
sliding surfaces and the ball with
grease without resin or oil. Lubrication
is also a further corrosion protection.
Driving
If the vehicle is washed with high
pressure jets, the ball head bar must
be removed and the dedicated plug
fitted.
The ball head bar must never be
treated with high-pressure jets.
The Maserati Service Network can
provide you with any information
about the Maserati approved Towing
Items, available in the “Genuine
Accessories” range.
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6 - In an Emergency
Tool Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
In the Event of an Accident . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 353
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 354
In case of a Punctured Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Emergency Release of the Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360
Transmission Manual Release of P (Park) Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361
Freeing the Stuck Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361
Auxiliary Jump-Start Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 362
Towing a Disabled Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 366
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In an Emergency
Tool Kit
The tools and other first-aid
equipment are located in the boot
inside a preformed container.
To access the tools, lift the rear part of
the boot ground coverage, by acting
on the handle.
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It is possible to maintain the ground
coverage in the lifted position when
boot cover is not hooked to liftgate
(figure 1 ), is hooked to liftgate (figure
2 ) or is removed (figure 3 ).
The straps for fastening the ground
coverage can be found at the ends and
along the strap fastened by means of
Velcro inserts on the floor back side.
Once ground coverage is lifted, release
the strap and fasten it at the positions
shown in the figures below.
Remove the storage box.
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In an Emergency
The tools layout in the container depends on the boot configuration of the vehicle, depending on the destination markets
and customer requirements.
A Tire Kit Configuration.
B Spare Wheel Configuration.
The tools inserted in the boot container are the following:
Ref.
Description
Layout
1
Double torx + cross-head screwdriver
A, B
2
Emergency tow hook
A, B
3
Funnel for emergency supply
A, B
4
Tire repair kit
A
5
Extended spanner with rubber-coated handle for unscrewing/tightening the wheel nuts
B
6
Adapter for wheel extended spanner
B
7
Jack set
B
8
Electric compressor complete with pressure gauge for inflating the compact spare wheel
B
9
Trailer tongue (optional, not available for TROFEO version)
A, B (*)
(*) In configuration with spare wheel the trailer tongue is housed in a bag positioned on the right side of the boot
compartment.
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Hazard Warning Flashers
The hazard warning flasher switch is
located in the center of the central
console, behind the multimedia
navigation controls.
Tire Kit Configuration
Spare Wheel Configuration
Once these operations are completed,
stretch band and fasten it at the back
of ground coverage, making sure to
match the Velcro inserts. Lower the
ground coverage.
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Spare Wheel Configuration
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Press the switch to turn on the hazard
warning flashers to warn oncoming
traffic of an emergency. When
these lights illuminate, the direction
indicators, the related indicator lights
on the instrument cluster and the
button start flashing.
Press the switch a second time to turn
off the hazard warning flashers.
This is an emergency warning system
and it should not be used when the
vehicle is in motion. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and it is creating a
safety hazard for other motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to
seek assistance, the hazard warning
In an Emergency
flashers will continue to operate even
though the ignition is placed in the
OFF position.
CAUTION!
• When the hazard warning flashers
are activated, the direction indicators
control is disabled.
• The extended use of the hazard
warning flashers may wear down
your battery.
In the Event of an
Accident
It is important always to keep calm.
• If not directly involved, stop at a safe
distance of at least ten meters away
from the accident area.
• Turn off the engine and switch on
the hazard warning flashers.
• At night, illuminate the accident area
with the headlights.
• Always act with caution to avoid the
risk of being crashed into by other
drivers.
• Indicate that an accident has
occurred by placing the emergency
triangle (if equipped) in a well
visible position and at the prescribed
distance.
• Call the emergency services,
providing as much information as
possible. On the motor way, use the
special call boxes.
• Remove the ignition key (if present)
from the vehicles involved.
• If fuel or other chemical products
can be smelled, do not smoke and
ask people around you to put their
cigarettes out.
• To extinguish fires, even small ones,
use a fire extinguisher, blankets, sand
or earth. Never use water.
• In multiple accidents occurred on
motorways, particularly where
visibility is poor, there is a high risk of
being involved in other collisions.
Leave the vehicle immediately and
move away from the area.
In case of Injured Persons
• Never leave the injured person alone.
Persons not directly involved in the
accident are also required to give
assistance.
• Do not crowd around injured
persons.
• Reassure the injured person that help
is on the way and stay close to them
to assist them to avoid possible panic
attacks.
• Release or cut the seat belts
restraining the injured persons.
• Do not give the injured persons
anything to drink.
• Never move an injured person.
• Remove the injured person from the
vehicle only in emergency situation,
e.g. if there is a risk of fire, sinking in
water or falling down into a pit.
• When removing an injured person,
do not pull his/her limbs, never bend
his/her head and, as far as possible,
keep his/her body in a horizontal
position.
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Emergency Kit (for
versions/markets where
provided)
The Emergency Kit provides first aid in
case of a car breakdown or any other
situation. The kit comes in a case on
the left side of the boot compartment.
The kit includes the following
elements:
• emergency triangle;
• reflective emergency vest;
• luminescent pipes providing chemical
lights;
• dynamo torch;
• first-aid kit;
• gloves;
• ice scraper.
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NOTE:
The items inside the kit could change
according to different countries'
regulations.
First-Aid Kit (for versions/
markets where provided)
The First-Aid Kit is available in
the boot compartment inside the
Emergency Kit case (if foreseen) or in
the following positions:
• on the vehicles with tire repair kit
configuration (see “Tool Kit” in this
section) this kit is placed in the tools
container;
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• on the vehicles with compact spare
wheel this kit is placed in the right
side of the boot compartment.
This kit contains following:
• sterile gauze to cover and clean the
wounds;
• bandages of various sizes;
• treated adhesive bandages of various
sizes;
• an adhesive bandage strip;
• a pair of rounded-end scissors;
• gloves;
• rescue blanket.
Engine Overheating
To reduce potential overheating of the
engine in city traffic, while stationary,
place the transmission in N (Neutral),
but do not increase the engine idle
speed.
NOTE:
There are steps that you can take to
slow down an impending overheat
condition:
• If your air conditioner (A/C) is on,
turn it off. The A/C system adds heat
to the engine cooling system and
turning the A/C off can help remove
this heat.
• You can also turn the temperature
control to maximum heat, the mode
control to floor and the blower
control to high. This allows the
heater core to act as a supplement
to the radiator and aids in removing
heat from the engine cooling system.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system
could damage the engine. If the
temperature gauge is positioned on
the red zone “H” (refer to “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”), pull over
In an Emergency
and stop the vehicle. Idle the vehicle
with the air conditioner turned off
until the temperature gauge drops
back into the normal range. If the
temperature gauge remains on the
red zone “H,” turn the engine off
immediately and contact the Service
Network.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned
by hot engine coolant (antifreeze) or
steam from your radiator. If you see
or hear steam coming from under the
hood, do not open it until the radiator
has had time to cool.
Never try to open a coolant bottle
pressure cap (refer to “Maintenance
Procedures” in section “Maintenance
and Care”) when the radiator is
overheated.
In case of a Punctured Tire
The vehicle can be equipped with
a tire repair kit or with a compact
spare wheel, depending on the
destination markets and on customer
requirements.
Using Tire Repair Kit
Small punctures up to 6 mm (1⁄4”)
in the tire tread can be sealed using
the tire repair kit, fitted beneath
the ground coverage of the boot
compartment (see chapter “Tool Kit”
in this section).
The kit consists of two parts:
• an electric compressor with pressure
gauge and power cable;
• a bottle containing sealant with hose
to be connected to the punctured
tire.
NOTE:
For the tire repair procedures with tire
repair kit see instructions included in
the kit.
This kit will provide a temporary tire
seal, allowing you to drive your vehicle
up to 10 km (6 miles) with a maximum
speed of 80 km/h (50 mph).
CAUTION!
• Intruding objects (e.g., screws or
nails) should not be removed from
the tire, which could compromise the
repair with the tire repair kit.
• Do not use the tire repair kit if the
tire shows lateral damages and/or the
rim is damaged by driving with flat
tire.
• Tire repair kit can be used in outside
temperatures down to approximately
-20°C (-4°F).
• Replace the tire repair kit sealant
bottle prior to the expiration date
(printed on the bottle label) to assure
optimum operation of the system.
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NOTE:
• The compressor power plug can be
inserted either in the 12 V power
outlet housed in the boot or inside
the passenger compartment (see
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In an Emergency
(Continued)
“Interior Features” in section “
Understanding the Vehicle”).
• When having the tire serviced to
the Service Network or to a tires
service centre, advise who performs
the operation that the tire has been
sealed using the tire repair kit.
original conditions and eliminate the
tick next to selected mode: in this way
the pneumatic suspension system will
go back to normal operation.
Using the Compact Spare
Wheel
The compact spare wheel is stored in
the boot and is supplied deflated in
order to limit the amount of space
occupied. An electric compressor is also
provided for inflating. In the event of
a tire puncture, proceed as follows.
• Stop the vehicle in a place that does
not constitute a danger to traffic and
where the wheel can be changed
safely. The vehicle must be level and
on firm ground.
• Select the P (Park) mode and then
engage manually the electric parking
brake and move the ignition switch
to OFF position.
• If necessary, turn the hazard warning
lights on and place the warning
triangle (if equipped) at the required
distance.
The automatic levelling of pneumatic
suspensions might create problems
when it is necessary to lift the vehicle
to replace the wheel featuring
punctured tire with the emergency
wheel supplied or with another wheel.
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CAUTION!
Before mounting the compact spare
wheel it is necessary to disable
the suspension system by scrolling
the user settings on MTC+ and
selecting “Wheel Replacement
Mode” in “Suspensions” submenu.
The tick next to selected item will
indicate that this mode is active
and pneumatic suspension system is
disabled (for further details, refer
to “MTC+ Settings” chapter in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”). After servicing, restore
NOTE:
The compact spare wheel is supplied in
aluminium or steel: the pictures show
the one in aluminium.
WARNING!
• The jack should be used on level firm
ground wherever possible.
• It is recommended that the wheels
of the vehicle be chocked, and that
no person should remain in a vehicle
that is being jacked.
• If the vehicle has been stopped on
a slope or an uneven surface, place
chocks or other suitable items in
front of or behind the wheels to stop
the vehicle from moving.
• Never start or run the engine with
the vehicle on a jack.
• No person should place any portion
of their body under a vehicle that is
supported by a jack.
• Lift the ground coverage of the
boot compartment and remove the
storage box (see chapter “Tool Kit” in
this section).
• Take the tools (indicated in picture)
for changing the wheel from the
container.
In an Emergency
using the specific fitting spanner
insert provided with the “Wheel
Security Stud Bolt Kit”, available in
the “Genuine Accessories” range. In
this case, the insert must be installed
on the kit spanner.
• Unscrew and pull out the spare wheel
locking knob.
• Take the tool box container, the
compressor and the compact spare
wheel out of the boot.
WARNING!
• Never position yourself under a
jacked vehicle.
• Jack wrong positioning can
• 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 1 or 2
under the longitudinal member.
• Fit the adapter on the spanner.
Extend the spanner as shown,
then loosen anticlockwise by
approximately one turn the five
bolts on the wheel to be changed.
In case a wheel security stud bolt is
installed, it can only be removed by
cause vehicle accidental fall, with
consequent severe risk for operator’s
safety and damages to vehicle body.
• Never use the jack to carry out
maintenance or repairs under the
vehicle.
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• Insert the extension levers in the jack.
• Turn clockwise the extension lever
of the jack until the wheel is raised a
few centimeters off the ground.
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In an Emergency
• Stop the compressor pressing
switch again, when the pressure
indicated by the gauge reaches
the recommended level (see "Tire
Inflation Pressure" in section
"Features and Specifications") and
screw the cap on the compact spare
wheel valve.
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• Completely unscrew the five bolts
and remove the wheel.
• Make sure that the contact surfaces
between spare wheel and hub are
clean and free of impurities.
• Fit the compact spare wheel with the
valve stem side out and secure it with
the five bolts previously removed,
without tightening them.
• Remove from the compressor case
the inflation hose and the cable with
a plug for the power outlet.
• Unscrew the valve cap of the compact
spare wheel and screw the fitting of
the inflation hose onto the valve.
• Insert the plug inside one of the
available power outlets fitted in the
boot or passenger compartment.
• Set the ignition device on ACC or
RUN position.
• Turn the compressor on by pressing
the switch.
• The compressor has been designed
exclusively to inflate compact spare
wheels; do not use it to inflate air
mattresses, dinghies etc.
• Turn anticlockwise the extension
lever of the jack to lower the vehicle
and remove the jack.
• Fully tighten clockwise the bolts,
alternately tightening diametrically
opposite.
WARNING!
• FOR ALUMINIUM SPARE WHEEL
CAUTION!
• In order to obtain a more accurate
reading, the compressor should be
switched off when checking the tire
pressure of the compact spare wheel
on the pressure gauge.
• Do not run the compressor for more
than 20 minutes: there is a risk it
could overheat. Also, prolonged
power absorption may discharge the
battery, subsequently preventing the
engine from starting.
Observe the tightening torque for
the bolts securing the compact spare
wheel (98 ± 10 Nm/ 72 ± 7 lbf·ft).
• FOR STEEL SPARE WHEEL Observe
the tightening torque for the bolts
securing the compact spare wheel
(86 ± 10 Nm/ 63 ± 7 lbf·ft).
• Bolts must be tightened only after
vehicle is back to ground, so as
to prevent it from falling down
due to the force exerted for bolt
tightening. Failure to comply with
this recommendation can cause
operator injuries.
In an Emergency
• 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
compact spare wheel.
• The compact spare wheel can travel
a maximum of 3000 km (1800 mi).
WARNING!
• The compact spare wheel is narrower
than standard wheels and must
only be used to travel the distance
required to reach a service station,
where the punctured tire can be
repaired or replaced.
• Do not exceed a maximum speed
of 80 km/h (50 mph) when using
the compact spare wheel; when
this limit is exceeded, the stability,
road holding and braking of the
vehicle will be compromised. Avoid
accelerating to full speed, heavy
braking and fast cornering.
• The compact spare wheel must
be inflated to the recommended
tire pressure (see “Tire Inflation
Pressure” in section “Features and
Specifications”).
To Refit the Standard Wheel with
Repaired or Replaced Tire
• Following the procedure and the
caution described above, raise the
vehicle and remove the compact
spare wheel reusing the supplied
spanner with adapter, suitably
extended.
• Fit the standard wheel with repaired
or replaced tire.
• Tighten the original bolts on the
wheel.
• Lower the vehicle and remove the
jack.
• Fully tighten the bolts, alternately
tightening diametrically opposite.
WARNING!
Observe the tightening torque for the
bolts securing the wheels (98 ± 10 Nm
/ 72 ± 7 lbf·ft).
Once finished:
• completely deflate the compact spare
wheel by pressing on the valve with
the overhang of the valve cap;
• wrap the power cable and the
inflation hose inside the compressor
case and place it in the boot seat;
• place the compact spare wheel and
tool container in the boot;
• fix everything in place with the
locking knob;
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In an Emergency
Emergency Release of the
Parking Brake
• place the extension levers, the jack,
the spanner and the adapter in the
container inside the compact spare
wheel;
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• reposition the other tools and the
accessories storage box;
• lower the ground coverage at the
bottom of the boot compartment.
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In the event the electric parking brake
locks due to a system failure (see
“Parking Brake” in section “Driving”),
it is not possible to move the vehicle,
since the thrust action of the power
actuator that operates on the brake
pad inside each rear caliper will lock
the rear wheels.
After verifying that the battery is
sufficiently charged (otherwise use an
external power source connected to
the vehicle electric system to operate
the EPB control lever and try to unlock
the parking brake), for moving the
vehicle it is necessary to act on the
power actuator or caliper in order to
release the pressure on the pads of the
rear brake calipers. Contact the Service
Network to carry out this operation.
CAUTION!
If the parking brake has been
activated in manual or automatic
mode and it is not possible to release
it by operating on the lever of the
central console, do not move the
vehicle since rear brake calipers might
be damaged. To move the vehicle,
load it on a rescue vehicle, avoiding to
move it if only the rear axle is lifted,
since the torque converter of AWD
system might be seriously damaged.
For more information on vehicle
towing, see "Towing a Disabled
Vehicle" chapter in this section.
In an Emergency
Transmission Manual
Release of P (Park)
Position
• Slip the cover from its seat.
Freeing the Stuck Vehicle
• Take strap out of its seat.
• With the tip of a screwdriver press
the clip shown in the picture box
and lift the strap up to release
the transmission from the P (Park)
position. The new position will allow
vehicle moving and towing.
• Release the parking brake only when
the vehicle is securely connected to a
tow vehicle.
If your vehicle is stuck in mud, sand,
or snow, it can probably be moved
backward and forward by a simple
rocking motion.
Steer the wheel right and left to clear
the area around the front wheels.
Shift then between D (Drive) or M +/(Manual) and R (Reverse) (see chapter
“Automatic Transmission” in section
“Driving”). Shifting to M +/- (Manual),
try to free the car starting in second
gear.
At low speed motion of the vehicle,
you can switch quickly from D (Drive)
to R (Reverse), and vice versa, just by
pressing the release button on the
shift lever.
For more effectiveness press lightly on
the accelerator pedal in order to avoid
wheel slippage.
If unable to release the vehicle in one
of the previously described ways, enter
the low-grip driving mode, by pressing
the “I.C.E.” button, and completely
exclude the yaw and slip control
system, by pressing the
button for
at least 3 seconds.
Moving the shift lever between D
(Drive) and R (Reverse) to start.
The manual disengagement of the
shift from P (Park) has the purpose
to allow towing the vehicle if not
normally possible using the shift lever
(such as in the event of a battery
failure with inability to start the
engine).
NOTE:
This procedure is exclusively intended
for emergency situations only!
WARNING!
Before performing the manual release
of P (Park) position if possible, always
secure your vehicle by fully applying
the parking brake. Performing this
operation will allow your vehicle to
roll away if it is not secured by the
parking brake. Performing the manual
release on an unsecured vehicle could
lead to serious injury or death for
those in or around the vehicle.
The cover that allows the emergency
manual park release is located on the
left part of the driver’s foot well.
• Lift the mat on the driver side to
access the cover.
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In an Emergency
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the
drive wheels may lead to transmission
overheating and failure. Allow the
engine to idle with the shift lever in
N (Neutral) for at least one minute
after every five rocking-motion cycles.
This will minimise overheating and
reduce the risk of transmission failure
during prolonged efforts to free a
stuck vehicle.
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WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.
Forces generated by excessive drive
wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the drivetrain and
tires. A tire could explode and injure
someone. Do not spin your vehicle's
wheels continuously without stopping
when you are stuck and do not let
anyone near a spinning wheel, no
matter what the speed.
Auxiliary Jump-Start
Procedure
If your vehicle has a discharged battery
it can be jump-started using a set of
jumper cables and a battery of another
vehicle or by using a portable battery
booster. It is necessary to have proper
jumper cables in order to connect the
booster battery to the remote posts
of the discharged battery. Booster
cables have positive and negative
terminal clamps and are identified
by the sheath color (red = positive,
black = negative). Maserati provides on
request jumper cables created for its
models in a pratical case.
NOTE:
The Maserati Service Network can
provide you with information about
the “Maserati Jumper Cables Kit”,
available in the “Genuine Accessories”
range.
Jump-starting can be dangerous if
done improperly so please follow the
procedures in this section carefully.
NOTE:
When using a portable battery
booster pack, follow the battery
manufacturer’s operating instructions
and precautions.
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CAUTION!
• To jump start a vehicle do not use
a portable battery, a booster pack
or any other booster source with a
system voltage greater than 14 Volts
or damage to the battery, starter
motor, alternator or electrical system
of the vehicle with the discharged
battery may occur.
• Do not use a battery charger for
emergency starting under any
circumstances. You could damage the
electronic systems, particularly the
control units managing the ignition
and fuel supply functions.
• If the battery is completely
discharged when the windows are
fully raised, open the door with the
utmost care; do not close the door
again until it is possible to lower the
window.
WARNING!
• Using booster packs that have not
been checked, which could therefore
release a too high charging voltage
(higher than 14 V), in extreme
environmental conditions (for
example: closed areas or without
proper ventilation and temperatures
In an Emergency
higher than 50°C/122°F or lower
than -20°C/-4°F) create the right
conditions for ignition which could
then cause the battery to explode.
Therefore you shall always perform
jump-starting operations using
the adequate tools and in the best
environmental conditions, taking all
necessary precautions.
• Do not attempt jump-starting if the
discharged battery is frozen. It could
break or explode during jump start
and cause personal injury.
• Do not carry out this procedure
if you have not done it before:
incorrect manoeuvres can originate
high electrical discharges and even
cause the battery to explode.
• To avoid the risk of explosion or fire,
do not approach the battery with
open flames or cigarettes that could
generate sparks.
the engine compartment while the
battery is stored in the boot.
After lifting the hood (see “Open and
Close the Hood” in section “Before
Starting”) the positive remote post (+)
and the negative remote post (–) are
shown in the picture and are easily
recognizable by the icons labeled on
the integrated power module.
Battery Remote Posts Position Diesel Engine
For easier operation, remote battery
posts for jump starting are located in
the engine compartment while the
battery is stored in the boot.
After lifting the hood (see “Open and
Close the Hood” in section “Before
Starting”) the positive remote post (+)
and the negative remote post (–) are
shown in the picture and are easily
recognizable by the icons labeled on
the integrated power module.
3.8 V8 - Gasoline
NOTE:
If you need to disconnect the battery
from the vehicle electrical system,
see “Maintenance - Free Battery” in
section “Maintenance and Care”).
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Diesel
Battery Remote Posts Position Gasoline Engines
For easier operation, remote battery
posts for jump starting are located in
3.0 V6 - Gasoline
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In an Emergency
Jump-Start Procedure Gasoline Engines
WARNING!
• Stay clear of the radiator cooling fan
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whenever the hood is raised. It can
start anytime the ignition switch
is on. You could be injured by the
moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such
as watch bands or bracelets that
might make an inadvertent electrical
contact. You could be seriously
injured.
• Do not allow the vehicles involved 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.
• Connect one terminal clamp of the
positive jumper cable to the positive
(+) remote post of the vehicle with
the discharged battery after lifting
the protection cap of the cable
indicated on the external side of the
integrated power module.
• Connect the opposite terminal clamp
of the positive (+) jumper cable to
the positive (+) post of the booster
battery.
• Connect one terminal clamp of
the negative jumper cable to the
negative (–) post of the booster
battery.
• Connect the opposite terminal clamp
of the negative (–) jumper cable to
the remote negative (–) post of the
vehicle with the discharged battery as
rendered.
3.8 V8 - Gasoline
3.0 V6 - Gasoline
• 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.
Once the engine is started, remove the
jumper cables in the reverse sequence.
• Disconnect the terminal clamp of
the negative (–) jumper cable from
the remote negative (–) post of the
vehicle with the discharged battery.
• Disconnect the opposite terminal
clamp of the negative jumper cable
from the negative (–) post of the
booster battery.
• Disconnect the terminal clamp of
the positive (+) jumper cable from
In an Emergency
the positive (+) post of the booster
battery.
• Disconnect the opposite terminal
clamp of the positive jumper cable
from the remote positive (+) post of
the discharged vehicle.
NOTE:
If frequent jump-starting is required to
start your vehicle you should have the
battery and charging system inspected
at a Service Network center.
Jump-Start Procedure - Diesel
Engine
WARNING!
• Stay clear of the radiator cooling fan
whenever the hood is raised. It can
start anytime the ignition switch
is on. You could be injured by the
moving fan blades.
• Remove any metal jewelry such
as watch bands or bracelets that
might make an inadvertent electrical
contact. You could be seriously
injured.
• Do not allow the vehicles involved 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.
• Connect one terminal clamp of the
positive jumper cable to the positive
(+) remote post of the discharged
vehicle after lifting the protection
cap of the cable indicated on the
external side of the integrated power
module.
• Connect the opposite terminal clamp
of the positive (+) jumper cable to
the positive (+) post of the booster
battery.
• Connect one terminal clamp of
the negative jumper cable to the
negative (–) post of the booster
battery.
• Connect the opposite terminal clamp
of the negative (–) jumper cable to
the remote negative (–) post of the
vehicle with the discharged battery as
rendered.
Diesel
• 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.
Once the engine is started, remove the
jumper cables in the reverse sequence.
• Disconnect one terminal clamp of
the negative (–) jumper cable from
the remote negative (–) post of the
vehicle with the discharged battery.
• Disconnect the opposite terminal
clamp of the negative jumper cable
from the negative (–) post of the
booster battery.
• Disconnect one terminal clamp of
the positive (+) jumper cable from
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In an Emergency
the positive (+) post of the booster
battery.
• Disconnect the opposite terminal
clamp of the positive jumper cable
from the remote positive (+) post of
the discharged vehicle.
NOTE:
If frequent jump-starting is required to
start your vehicle you should have the
battery and charging system inspected
at a Service Network center.
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Towing a Disabled Vehicle
Proper towing or lifting equipment
is required to prevent damage to
your vehicle. Use only towing bars
and other equipment designed for
the purpose, following equipment
manufacturer’s instructions.
Safety chains are mandatory.
Except for the front and rear threaded
seat to fix the supplied hook (see
“Tool Kit”chapter in this section),
the vehicle is not equipped with
other connection points for towing
operations with tow truck.
CAUTION!
Any improper manoeuvre and use of
unsuitable equipment for recovering
vehicle in an emergency from off road
location could seriously damage the
vehicle. Contact the Service Network
or anyone having suitable equipment
and the required expertise to safely
and properly carry out any required
operations.
Make sure you comply with local
towing regulations.
• If the vehicle's battery is discharged
, refer to the following paragraph
on how to shift the automatic
transmission out of the P (Park)
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position and release the parking
brake.
• If the vehicle battery is still charged ,
turn off the engine and disengage
the parking brake manually (if
automatically engaged) by using the
command behind the shift lever (see
“Parking Brake” chapter in section
“Driving”). Shift then manually
the transmission out of P (Park) as
described in “Transmission Manual
Release of P (Park) Position” chapter
of this section. If you need to use the
accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the ignition must
be in RUN position, do not use the
ACC position.
Manual Release of
Transmission with Low Battery
In order to push or tow the vehicle if
unable to shift the transmission out of
P (Park) (such as a discharged battery),
a manual park release is available. In
this case it is necessary to manually
release the shift lever and release
the parking brake if inserted (see
“Emergency Release of the Parking
Brake” in this section).
Follow the steps as indicated in
“Transmission Manual Release of P
(Park) Position” in this section to
manually disengage the transmission.
In an Emergency
Vehicle Towing Conditions
Maserati only allows vehicle towing
with all four wheels off the ground.
WARNING!
• Single axle towing or use of a
tow dolly is not allowed since
it will severely damage vehicle
components.
• Use of a tow dolly on front wheels is
strictly forbidden since front wheels
may still receive a residual amount
of torque and disengage the vehicle
from the tow dolly and affect safety
of both rescuers and other road
users.
Use the Tow Hook Included in
the Tool Kit
CAUTION!
The tow hook should only be used for
towing the car on flat roads. Do not
use the tow hook to remove the car
that is stuck on off-road stretches.
The tow hook is also used to tow the
vehicle on the platform of a tow truck.
Before carrying out this operation,
if the battery of the vehicle still
works, set "Transport Mode" on
MTC+ in "Suspensions" submenu
(see "MTC+ Settings" chapter in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”). With this mode activated,
the ride height will be lowered to the
minimum value and the pneumatic
suspension system will be disabled to
help vehicle loading on the tow truck.
It is necessary to inform the operators
of the rescue vehicle about the vehicle
minimum height to avoid, during its
loading, any contact of the lower ends
of the front or rear bumper with the
tow truck loading ramp.
The tow hook is contained in the tool
kit (see “Tool Kit” chapter in this
section) and must be screwed in the
seat located on the front and rear
bumper.
• To access the front tow hook seat
on the front bumper, remove the
cover on the right side of the bumper
lower grid.
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In an Emergency
GranSport, GTS and TROFEO Versions
• To access the rear tow hook seat,
remove the external cap on the right
side of the rear bumper (not present
on TROFEO version).
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GranSport and GTS Versions
• Carefully clean the threaded seat
before screwing the hook.
• Screw the tow hook into its seat for
at least 11 turns.
NOTE:
Maximum work angle of towing cable
or bar: 15°.
7 - Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370
Scheduled Service Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371
Maintenance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 377
Maintenance-Free Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 393
Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 396
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403
A/C System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405
Wheels Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406
Bodywork Maintenance and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 408
Interior Maintenance and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412
Vehicle Stored for Long Periods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413
Restarting the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413
Battery Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 414
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Service
Correct maintenance is clearly the best
way to guarantee vehicle performance
and safety features, ensure respect for
the environment and low operating
costs.
NOTE:
Also remember that the observance
of the maintenance procedures is
essential for keeping your vehicle
operating properly. Not adhering to
the “Scheduled Service Plan” can
impact your vehicle’s warranty.
CAUTION!
The Scheduled Maintenance services
are prescribed by the Manufacturer.
Failure to have the services carried out
can affect your warranty.
The Scheduled Maintenance service
is provided by the whole Service
Network. In the event that, when
a service is performed, further
replacements or repairs are found
to be necessary in addition to the
scheduled operations, these can be
carried out only with the specific
consent of the Customer.
Interval Running Coupons
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Maserati has therefore provided for
a series of checks and maintenance
operations involving the 1st service
and subsequent when the vehicle
reaches mileage/years reported on
the “Scheduled Service Plan” in this
section.
After the last service, maintenance
must be restarted with the operations
scheduled for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd
service.
CAUTION!
You are advised to notify the Service
Network of any minor operating
problem, without waiting for the next
scheduled service.
NOTE:
• Change your engine oil more often
if you drive your vehicle off-road for
an extended period of time or short
trips without reaching operating
temperature. Even the use of the
vehicle with extremely hot or cold
ambient temperature and with trailer
tow may make necessary change
engine oil more often.
• Under no circumstances should
oil change intervals exceed
mileage/years reported on the
“Scheduled Service Plan” in this
section.
CAUTION!
Failure to perform the required
maintenance items may result in
damage to the vehicle.
Scheduled Maintenance
(Service) Indicator
The service indicator system will
remind you the deadline for the
maintenance program.
The indicator light
on the
instrument cluster flashes for approx. 5
seconds displaying the message backed
by a beeping sound, indicating that
the next scheduled maintenance is due
or has already overdue.
Maintenance and Care
NOTE:
The service indicator will not monitor
the time elapsed from the last
scheduled maintenance.
When the scheduled maintenance has
overdue, the indicator light
and message will be displayed on the
instrument cluster.
The service indicator and message will
illuminate approximately from 1000
km (620 mi) or 30 days to the next
scheduled maintenance.
Have your vehicle serviced as soon as
possible.
To check the km/mi and the days that
remain at the inspiration of the next
scheduled maintenance, consult the
“Maintenance” submenu of “VEHICLE
INFO” main menu (see paragraph ”TFT
Dispaly : Warning/Indicator Lights of
the Set Modes/ Functions” in chapter
“Instrument Cluster” of section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for more details).
The Service Network will reset
the service indicator message
after completing the scheduled
maintenance operations.
Scheduled Service Plan
The Scheduled Maintenance services
listed in this manual must be done
within the times or mileages specified
to protect your vehicle warranty and
ensure the best vehicle performance
and reliability.
More frequent maintenance may
be needed for vehicles in operating
conditions, such as dusty areas,
extremely hot or cold ambient
temperature and very short trip
driving.
Inspection and service should also
be done anytime a malfunction is
suspected.
Maserati recommends that these
maintenance intervals be performed at
the Service Network. The technicians
at your dealership know your vehicle
best, and have access to factoryapproved information, genuine
Maserati parts, and specially designed
electronic and mechanical tools that
can help prevent future costly repairs.
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Main Operations/Service Coupons - Gasoline Engines
Service coupons
Main operations
1°
2°
I
5°
6°
I
I
Check with Maserati Diagnosi
I
I
I
I
I
I
Engine oil and filter
R
R
R
R
R
R
Engine coolant level
I
I
I
I
I
I
Engine check for leaks
I
I
I
I
I
I
Cooling system connections and lines (check for leaks)
I
Air filter
Belt for alternator, water pump and air conditioning
compressor (3.8 V8 Engine)
Belt for alternator (1) and belt for water pump and air
conditioning compressor (3.0 V6 Engine)
I
Intercooler check for leaks
Brake fluid
I
R
I
I
I
R
I
R
R
I
I
Replace every time the part is removed
I
I
R
I
I
Replace every time the part is removed
Spark plugs
R
R
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Replace every 2 years
Brake system (lines, calipers, connections) - Instrument cluster
warning light efficiency - Parking brake operation
I
I
I
I
I
I
Tire wear, tire and spare tire (if equipped) pressure check
I
I
I
I
I
I
Joints, rods for front and rear suspensions, front and rear
under-chassis
Correct operation and reliability of the seats and seat belts
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4°
Interval running coupons: every 20000 km (12500 mi)
or 2 years (*)
Vehicle road test
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I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
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Service coupons
Main operations
1°
2°
3°
4°
5°
6°
Interval running coupons: every 20000 km (12500 mi)
or 2 years (*)
Pollen filter
R
R
R
R
R
R
Windshield fluid level - Windshield washer and headlight
cleaner
I
I
I
I
I
I
Headlight leveling
I
I
I
I
I
I
Controls and adjustment systems in general, hinges, doors,
engine compartment lid and luggage compartment
I
I
I
Condition of the leather interiors
I
I
I
(*) Interval running coupons for India, Australia, Morocco, Lebanon and Jordania markets are every 20000 km (12500 mi)
or 1 year, and for Chile, Argentina and Brazil markets are every 10000 km (6200 mi) or 1 year.
(1) In case of heavy-duty use of the vehicle, highlighted by the presence of mud and dust in the engine compartment,
proceed to the preventive replacement of the alternator belt.
I = Inspect and carry out any other necessary operation
R = Replace
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Main Operations/Service Coupons - Diesel Engine
Service coupons
Main operations
1°
I
4°
5°
6°
I
I
Check with Maserati Diagnosi
I
I
I
I
I
I
Emission control
I
I
I
I
I
I
Engine oil and filter
R
R
R
R
R
R
AdBlue® level
I
I
I
I
I
I
Engine coolant level
I
I
I
I
I
I
Engine check for leaks
I
I
I
I
I
I
Cooling system connections and lines (check for leaks)
I
I
I
Air filter
R
R
R
R
R
R
Belt for alternator, water pump and air conditioning
compressor
I
I
I
I
R
I
Replace every time the part is removed
Fuel filter
Brake fluid
R
I
I
R
I
I
R
I
I
Replace every 2 years
Brake system (lines, calipers, connections) - Instrument cluster
warning light efficiency - Parking brake operation
I
I
I
I
I
I
Tire wear, tire and spare tire (if equipped) pressure check
I
I
I
I
I
I
Joints, rods for front and rear suspensions, front and rear
under-chassis
Correct operation and reliability of the seats and seat belts
Pollen filter
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3°
Interval running coupons: every 20000 km (12500 mi)
or 1 year (*)
Vehicle road test
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2°
I
I
I
R
I
I
I
R
I
I
I
R
Maintenance and Care
Service coupons
Main operations
1°
2°
3°
4°
5°
6°
Interval running coupons: every 20000 km (12500 mi)
or 1 year (*)
Windshield fluid level - Windshield washer and headlight
cleaner
I
I
I
I
I
I
Headlight leveling
I
I
I
I
I
I
Controls and adjustment systems in general, hinges, doors,
engine compartment lid and luggage compartment
I
I
I
Condition of the leather interiors
I
I
I
(*) Interval running coupons for India, Chile, Brazil and Argentina market vehicles are every 10000 km (6200 mi) or 1
year.
I = Inspect and carry out any other necessary operation
R = Replace
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Periodic Maintenance
Every 1000 km (600 mi) or before long
journeys
Check:
• engine coolant;
• brake fluid;
• windshield washer fluid level;
• tire inflation pressure and condition;
• operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, etc.);
• operation of windshield
washer/wiper system and wear of
windshield wiper blades.
Every 3000 km (1900 mi)
Check and top up, if required, the
engine oil level.
Heavy-Duty Vehicle Use
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If the car is mainly used under one of
the following conditions:
• towing a trailer;
• off-road;
• short, repeated journeys (less than
7-8 km /4-5 mi) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
• engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long
periods of idleness;
you should perform the following
inspections more frequently than
recommended on the “Scheduled
Service Plan”:
• check front disc brake pad conditions
and wear;
• check cleanliness of hood and trunk
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of
linkage;
• visually inspect conditions of: engine,
transmission, pipes and hoses
(exhaust - fuel system - brakes) and
rubber elements (boots - sleeves bushes - etc.);
• check battery charge;
• visually inspect condition of the
accessory drive belts;
• check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
• check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter of the A/C system;
• check and, if necessary, replace air
cleaner filter.
equivalent) and the prescribed fluids.
Shall this not be the case, do not carry
out any operation on your own and
contact a Service Center.
CAUTION!
All maintenance operations for the
vehicle must be carried out by the
Service Network. For routine and
minor maintenance operations which
you can carry out yourself, make sure
that you have the necessary experience
and always use suitable equipment,
original Maserati spare parts (or
This vehicle is equipped with a
state of-the-art engine and exhaust
system containing a Diesel Particulate
Filter (DPF) and an SCR (Selective
Catalytic Reduction) catalytic converter
integrated into a system which injects
a harmless urea solution (reducing
agent AdBlue®) into the exhaust gases.
When vaporised, it converts smog
forming nitrogen oxides (NOx) into
On Board Diagnostic System
Your vehicle is equipped with an on
board diagnostic system that monitors
the performance of the emissions,
engine, and automatic transmission
control systems. See “Use of the
Engine” in section “Driving” for
further details.
If any of these systems require
service, the system will turn on the
Malfunction Indicator Light
on the instrument cluster display
(refer to “Instrument Cluster” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
Exhaust Gas After-treatment
System Strategies (Diesel only)
Maintenance and Care
harmless nitrogen (N2) and water
vapour (H2O), two natural components
of the air we breathe.
This system consists of the following
components:
• AdBlue® tank with pump;
• injector with electronically-heated
lines;
• NOx sensors;
• temperature sensors;
• SCR catalyst.
The engine and exhaust
aftertreatment system work together
to meet the Emission standards. The
system manages engine combustion
to allow the exhaust system’s catalytic
converter to trap and burn Particulate
Matter (PM) pollutants. The AdBlue®
injection system reduces nitrogen
oxide (NOx) emissions to a minimum so
as to meet Euro VI requirements.
The injection of AdBlue® and SCR
catalyst as well as help to reduce
pollution, do not have effect on
consumption, performance and
driveability.
NOTE:
• The AdBlue® injection system may
sometimes produce a ticking sound,
audible when the vehicle stops. This
is normal operation.
• The pump will run for a period of
time after engine shutdown to purge
the AdBlue® injection system. This
is normal operation and may be
audible from the rear of the vehicle.
The control system visualizes messages
on the TFT display to alert the driver
when regeneration treatment and
/or AdBlue® refilling is necessary
or when the vehicle shall be taken
to the Service Network. Refer to
chapter “Instrument Cluster” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further information.
Spare Parts
Use of genuine Maserati parts for
normal or scheduled maintenance
and repairs is highly recommended to
ensure excellent performance.
Damage or failures caused by
non-genuine spare parts used for
maintenance and repairs will not
be covered by the manufacturer's
warranty.
Maintenance Procedures
The following pages contain the
“required” maintenance standards
determined by Maserati engineers.
Besides those maintenance items
specified in the “Scheduled Service
Plan”, there are other components
which may require service or
replacement in the future.
To perform most of the services, it
is necessary to open the hood (see
“Open and Close the Hood” in section
“Before Starting”).
The following images show the
position of the components involved in
the maintenance service.
CAUTION!
• Failure to properly maintain your
vehicle or perform repairs and service
when necessary could result in more
costly repairs, damage to other
components or negatively impact
vehicle performance. Immediately
have potential malfunctions checked
by the Service Network: please be
advised that Maserati recommends
to address to the Official Service
Network.
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• 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
chemicals can damage your engine,
transmission, electric power steering
or air conditioning. Such damages
are not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed
because of component malfunction,
use only a specific product for the
flushing procedure.
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Maintenance Service Components - Gasoline Engines
3.8 V8 Engine - TROFEO Version
1. Engine oil dipstick.
2. Engine oil filler neck.
3. Air cleaner filters.
4. Engine coolant expansion
reservoir cap.
5. Coolant reservoir cap for
transmission cooling system.
6. Windshield/headlight washer
fluid reservoir cap.
7. Brake fluid reservoir access cover.
8. A/C pollen filter access cover.
9. Integrated power module (fuses).
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3.8 V8 Engine - GTS version
1. Inspection cover to access the
engine oil level dipstick.
2. Engine oil filler neck.
3. Air cleaner filters.
4. Engine coolant expansion
reservoir cap.
5. Coolant reservoir cap for
transmission cooling system.
6. Windshield/headlight washer
fluid reservoir cap.
7. Brake fluid reservoir access cover.
8. A/C pollen filter access cover.
9. Integrated power module (fuses).
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3.0 V6 Engines
1. Engine oil dipstick.
2. Engine oil filler neck.
3. Air cleaner filters.
4. Engine coolant expansion
reservoir cap.
5. Coolant reservoir cap for
transmission cooling system.
6. Windshield/headlight washer
fluid reservoir cap.
7. Brake fluid reservoir access cover.
8. A/C pollen filter access cover.
9. Integrated power module (fuses).
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Maintenance Service Components - Diesel Engine
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Engine oil dipstick.
Engine oil filler neck inspection
door.
Fuel filter.
Engine coolant expansion
reservoir cap.
Windshield/headlight washer
fluid reservoir cap.
Brake fluid reservoir access cover.
A/C pollen filter access cover.
Integrated power module (fuses).
Air cleaner filter.
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Level Checks
ENVIRONMENTAL!
• The engine oils and fluids used
contain substances that are
dangerous for the environment.
For replacement you are advised
to contact the Service Network,
where all the necessary equipment
is available to dispose of the used
oil and fluids in compliance with
the regulations in force and in an
environmentally-friendly manner.
• All equipment used for fluids
replacement (gloves, cloths,
containers, etc) must be disposed of
in compliance with the regulations in
force.
Engine Coolant Level Check - Gasoline
Engines
Your vehicle has been equipped
with an improved engine coolant
(antifreeze) that offers high protection
against corrosion, freezing and allows
extended maintenance intervals.
To prevent reducing extended
maintenance periods, it is important
to use original engine coolant
(antifreeze) when adding coolant
throughout the life of your vehicle.
When adding engine coolant
(antifreeze) use pure water only, such
as distilled or deionized water when
mixing the water/engine coolant
(antifreeze) solution. The use of
impure water will reduce the amount
of corrosion protection in the engine
cooling system.
• Mix a minimum solution of 50%
engine coolant (antifreeze)
and distilled water. Use higher
concentrations (do not exceed 70%)
if temperatures below −37°C (−35°F)
are forecasted.
Please note that it is the owner's
responsibility to maintain the proper
level of protection against freezing
according to the temperatures
occurring in the circulation area of the
vehicle.
The coolant bottle provides a quick
visual method to determine that the
coolant level is adequate. As long as
the engine operating temperature is
satisfactory, the coolant bottle only
needs to be checked once a month.
With the engine off and cold, the level
of the coolant in the bottle on the
left side of the engine compartment
should be between the ranges
indicated on the bottle and inside the
filler neck.
Gasoline
Gasoline
• When additional engine coolant
(antifreeze) is needed to maintain
the proper level, it should be added
to the coolant bottle after removing
the cap. Do not overfill.
• Once the desired level is reached,
reassemble and firmly close cap of
the bottle.
• If frequent engine coolant
(antifreeze) additions are required, or
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if the level in the coolant recovery
bottle does not drop when the
engine cools, the cooling system
should be tested by a Service
Network centre.
• Keep the front of the radiator and
the condenser clean.
WARNING!
• Never add engine coolant
(antifreeze) when the engine is hot.
Do not loosen or remove the cap of
the engine coolant bottle to cool a
hot engine. Heat causes pressure to
build up in the cooling system. To
prevent scalding or injury, do not
remove the pressure cap while the
system is hot or under pressure.
• When adding coolant do not use
a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal
injury or engine damage may result.
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Engine Coolant Level Check - Diesel
Engine
Your vehicle has been equipped
with an improved engine coolant
(antifreeze) that offers high protection
against corrosion, freezing and allows
extended maintenance intervals.
To prevent reducing extended
maintenance periods, it is important
to use original engine coolant
(antifreeze) when adding coolant
throughout the life of your vehicle.
When adding engine coolant
(antifreeze) use pure water only, such
as distilled or deionized water when
mixing the water/engine coolant
(antifreeze) solution. The use of
impure water will reduce the amount
of corrosion protection in the engine
cooling system.
• Mix a minimum solution of 50%
engine coolant (antifreeze)
and distilled water. Use higher
concentrations (do not exceed 70%)
if temperatures below −37°C (−35°F)
are forecasted.
Please note that it is the owner's
responsibility to maintain the proper
level of protection against freezing
according to the temperatures
occurring in the circulation area of the
vehicle.
The coolant bottle provides a quick
visual method to determine that the
coolant level is adequate. As long as
the engine operating temperature is
satisfactory, the coolant bottle only
needs to be checked once a month.
With the engine off and cold, the level
of the coolant in the bottle on the
right side of the engine comportment
should be between the ranges
indicated on the bottle and inside the
filler neck.
Diesel
Diesel
• When additional engine coolant
(antifreeze) is needed to maintain
the proper level, it should be added
to the coolant bottle after removing
the cap. Do not overfill.
• Once the desired level is reached,
reassemble and firmly close cap of
the bottle.
Maintenance and Care
• If frequent engine coolant
(antifreeze) additions are required, or
if the level in the coolant recovery
bottle does not drop when the
engine cools, the cooling system
should be pressure-tested for leaks by
a Service Centre.
• Keep the front of the radiator and
the condenser clean.
WARNING!
• Never add engine coolant
(antifreeze) when the engine is hot.
Do not loosen or remove the cap of
the engine coolant bottle to cool a
hot engine. Heat causes pressure to
build up in the cooling system. To
prevent scalding or injury, do not
remove the pressure cap while the
system is hot or under pressure.
• When adding coolant do not use
a pressure cap other than the one
specified for your vehicle. Personal
injury or engine damage may result.
Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level immediately if
the brake system warning light
and the related message turn on
indicating a low level of brake fluid.
• Remove the brakes fluid reservoir
access cover.
fluid level may be caused by a leak
too, and requires accurate checkup of
the braking system.
• Clean the top of the master cylinder
reservoir before removing the cap.
• Add fluid to bring the level up to
the “MAX” mark on the side of the
master cylinder reservoir. Use only
manufacturer's recommended brake
fluid (see “Refillings” in section
“Features and Specifications”).
• Once the correct level is reached,
firmly close the cap.
Normal brake pad wear could cause
the fluid level to fall. However, low
CAUTION!
The symbol
on the tank cap
identifies the synthetic type of brake
fluid, distinguishing it from the
mineral type. Using mineral fluids
damages the special rubber linings of
the brake system irreparably.
WARNING!
• To avoid contamination from foreign
materials or moisture, use only new
brake fluid or fluid that has been
in a tightly closed container. Keep
the master cylinder reservoir cap
secured at all times. Brake fluid in
an open container absorbs moisture
from the air resulting in a lower
boiling point. This may cause it to
boil unexpectedly during hard or
prolonged braking, resulting in
sudden brake failure. This could
result in an accident.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir
can result in spilling brake fluid on
hot engine parts, causing the brake
fluid to catch fire. Brake fluid can
also damage painted and vinyl
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To prevent freeze-up of your
windshield/headlight washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or
mixture that meets or exceeds the
temperature range of your climate.
This rating information can be found
on most washer fluid containers.
surfaces, make sure it does not spill
over these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid
to contaminate the brake fluid. Brake
seal components could be damaged,
causing partial or complete brake
failure. This could result in an
accident.
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Adding Windshield/Headlight Washer
Fluid
The reservoir on the left side of the
engine compartment contains the fluid
to wash the windshield, the window
liftgate and headlights (if foreseen).
During scheduled services or when the
message of low level of the washer
fluid appears together with the
related telltale
add more fluid as
soon as possible.
Depending on the system installed in
the vehicle, the fluid reservoir may
contain nearly 5 litres (1.1 UK gal) of
windshield/headlight washer fluid or
nearly 3,5 litres (0.77 UK gal) of washer
fluid.
• Remove the reservoir cap in the
engine compartment and lift the
filler neck.
NOTE:
The Maserati Service Network
can provide you with information
about the Maserati recommended
“Windshield Washer Fluid” with
antifreeze, available in the “Genuine
Accessories” catalog.
WARNING!
• Commercially available windshield
• Fill the reservoir with windshield
washer solvent (refer to “Refillings”
in section “Features and
Specifications”) and operate the
system for a few seconds to flush out
the residual water.
• When refilling the washer fluid
reservoir, apply some washer fluid to
a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper
blades clean. This will help blade
performance.
washer solvents are flammable.
They could ignite and burn you.
Care must be exercised when
filling or when working around the
windshield/headlight washer system.
• Do not drive with the windshield/
headlight washer reservoir empty:
the action of the washer is essential
for improving visibility when driving.
Engine Oil Level Check - Gasoline
Engines
To assure proper lubrication of your
vehicle's engine, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level.
Maintenance and Care
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 level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed up engine is shut off or
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.
CAUTION!
• Do not top up with oil with different
characteristics than the engine one
(refer to “Refillings” in section
“Features and Specifications”).
• Overfilling or underfilling the sump
will cause aeration or loss of oil
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.
• Remove the inspection cover on the
right engine bank (3.8 V8 GTS version
only).
3.0 V6 Engines
3.8 V8 Engine - GTS Version
• Remove the dipstick and clean it with
a dry and clean cloth.
• Re-insert the dipstick completely and
remove: the oil level should maintain
between the “MIN” and “MAX”
reference ranges (SAFE range).
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• If a refilling is necessary: unscrew the
filler neck cap.
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Engine Oil Level Check - Diesel Engine
To assure proper lubrication of your
vehicle's engine, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level.
Every 3000 km (1900 mi), or more
often in case of heavy-duty use of the
car, and 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 level is about five minutes after a
fully warmed up engine is shut off or
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.
CAUTION!
3.0 V6 Engines
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• Adding 1.4 litres/0.30 UK gal (3.8 V8
Engines) or 1 litre/0.22 UK gal (3.0
V6 Engines) of oil when the level is
at the bottom of the Safe range will
result in the level being at the top of
the SAFE range.
• Return the cap and dipstick to their
position and wait for a few minutes
to allow the oil to reach the sump.
• Check the level again.
• Do not top up with oil with different
characteristics than the engine one
(refer to “Refillings” in section
“Features and Specifications”).
• Overfilling or underfilling the sump
will cause aeration or loss of oil
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.
• Remove the dipstick and clean it with
a dry and clean cloth.
Diesel
• Re-insert the dipstick completely and
remove: the oil level should maintain
between the “MIN” and “MAX”
reference ranges (SAFE range).
Diesel
Maintenance and Care
• If a refilling is necessary: open the
inspection door and unscrew the
filler neck cap.
Fuel Filter Service (Diesel only)
Contact the Service Network to
perform this service.
Engine Air Filters Replacement
DPF Filter Replacement (Diesel only)
Contact the Service Network to
perform this service.
A/C Air Filter Replacement
Automatic Transmission Oil Check
Contact the Service Network for the
oil level check.
Diesel
• Adding 1 litre (0.22 UK gal) of oil
when the level is at the bottom of
the SAFE range will result in the level
being at the top of the SAFE range.
• Return the cap and dipstick to their
position and wait for a few minutes
to allow the oil to reach the sump.
• Check the level again.
• Close the inspection door.
Fluid Level Check for Transmission
Cooling System (Gasoline only)
The coolant contained in the bottle of
this system is the same as the one used
for the cooling system of the engine.
For the preparation of the mixture
of water and antifreeze and for the
control of the level, proceed as shown
in the “Engine Coolant Level Check” of
this chapter.
Contact the Service Network to have
the air filters replaced.
This filter performs mechanic/
electrostatic air filtering, provided that
windows and doors are closed.
The filter is located under the hood in
the external A/C system air inlet, on
the passenger side of the vehicle, next
to the windshield wipers.
To replace the filter during the
scheduled maintenance services or
after the vehicle has been heavily used
on dusty roads, proceed as follows:
• Remove the access door in the cowl
screen by pressing the retaining clips
indicated.
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The engine oil filter should be
replaced with a new filter at every oil
change.
Contact the Service Network to
perform this service.
Gasoline
• Unsnap both ends and lift the filter
retaining cover.
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to lift the arms for cleaning or
replacing the wiper blades.
• Remove the used filter slipping it off
from within the air intake.
• Close the filter retaining cover and
reinstall the access door.
CAUTION!
Failure to replace the filter may
considerably reduce the air
conditioning and heating system
efficiency.
Wiper Maintenance and Blades
Replacement
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• Install the new filter with arrows
pointing in the direction of airflow,
which is toward the rear of the
vehicle (text and arrows on the filter
will indicate this).
Windshield Wiper Arms Lifting
When the windshield wiper arms are
in rest position it is not possible to
check or replace the blades as they
remain under the engine hood.
To service the blades it is necessary
to move the wiper arms in “Service”
position (see chapter “Wipers and
Washers” in section “Understanding
the Vehicle”). In this way it is possible
WARNING!
It is dangerous to operate or service
the wiper blades with the windshield
wipers in an active position (any
position different from “OFF”) and
with the ignition switch in the RUN
position. The rain sensors may
suddenly activate the wipers. Always
use the “Service” position for any
intervention on the windshield wiper
blades.
Windshield Wiper Maintenance
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies
depending on the geographical area’s
weather conditions where the car
is used and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present
with chattering, marks on the glass,
water lines or wet spots. If any of
these conditions are present, clean the
wiper blades or replace if necessary.
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper
blades and the windshield/rear
window glasses periodically with
a sponge or soft cloth and a mild
nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove
accumulations of salt or road film.
Maintenance and Care
Operation of the wipers on dry
glass for long periods may cause
deterioration of the wiper blades.
Always use washer fluid when using
the wipers to remove salt or dirt from
a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades
to remove frost or ice from the
windshield. Keep the blade rubber out
of contact with petroleum products
such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Spray nozzles
If the jet does not work, first check
that there is fluid in the tank (see
paragraph “Level checks” in this
section) then check that the nozzles
are not clogged.
Windshield Wiper Blades Replacement
• Move the wiper arms into “Service”
position, (see chapter “Windshield
Wipers and Washers” in section
“Understanding the Vehicle”) and lift
them.
• Press the indicated button, slip off
the blade support from the arm and
replace it.
• Return the blade to its original
position on the windshield.
• Turn the multifunction lever to one
of the automatic settings (see chapter
“Windshield Wipers and Washers” in
section “Understanding the Vehicle”)
and move the ignition switch to the
RUN position: the wiper arms will
return to the resting position.
• Turn the blade to the position
indicated in the figure.
• Hold the arm steady and pull the
blade, by holding it from the central
support, until it is removed.
NOTE:
Due to the difficulty of this operation,
we recommend that you contact the
Service Network for replacement of
the blades.
Rear Window Blade Replacement
• To replace the rear window wiper
blade on the liftgate, lift the wiper
arm with blade up to the stop
position.
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• Replace the blade.
• Insert the pivot, present inside the
blade central support, in the forkshaped end of the arm until hearing
the click indicating that it is engaged.
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Body Lubrication
• Stretch the arm and put the blade
back in contact with the liftgate
window.
Front Fog Lights Adjustment
The height position of the fog light
beam can be adjusted manually by
turning the toothed gear to the base
of the fog light assembly.
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CAUTION!
Performing this operation without the
necessary equipment and attention
may damage the vehicle. It is advisable
to contact the Service Network to
perform this operation.
• To make the adjustment it is
necessary to remove the frame of the
fog lamp, making force in the points
indicated in picture corresponding
to the four appendices with the
retaining tooth at the end.
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• Insert the end of a cross-head
screwdriver into the bumper hole
in the lower part of the fog lamp
housing.
• Turn the screwdriver handle
clockwise to lower the beam
(DOWN), counterclockwise to lift it
(UP).
• Once the adjustment is finished,
remount the fog lamp frame,
centering it in the seat with the
longer upper and lower appendices.
Locks and all body pivot points,
including such items as seat tracks,
door hinge pivot points and rollers,
liftgate, sliding parts of power sunroof
(if foreseen) and hood hinges, should
be lubricated periodically with a
lithium-based grease. This action is
essential to preserve the original
operation of these components and to
protect them against rust and wear.
Prior to the application of any
lubricant, the parts concerned should
be wiped clean to remove dust and
grit; after lubricating excess oil and
grease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood
latching components to ensure proper
function.
When performing maintenance in the
engine compartment, the hood latch,
release mechanism and safety catch
should be cleaned and lubricated. The
coupling pin of the lock on the rear
driver door pillar must be lubricated
at least twice a year, preferably in the
Fall and Spring. Apply a small amount
of high quality lubricant directly on
the bolt.
Maintenance and Care
Maintenance-Free Battery
This vehicle is equipped with a sealed
type maintenance-free battery. You
will never have to add water, nor is
periodic maintenance required.
WARNING!
• Battery fluid is a corrosive acid
solution and can burn or damage the
eyes. Do not allow battery fluid to
contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Do not lean with the face over a
battery. If acid splashes in eyes or on
skin, flush the area immediately with
large amounts of water.
• Battery gas is flammable and
explosive. Keep flame or sparks
away from the battery. Do not use a
booster battery or any other booster
source with an output greater than
12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps
to touch each other.
• Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after
handling the battery.
• The battery in this vehicle has
a vent hose that should not be
disconnected and should only be
replaced with a component of the
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 JumpStart Procedure” chapter in section “In
an Emergency”).
To Disconnect the Battery
The battery is located on the inner
right side of the boot compartment.
To access the battery it is necessary to
lift the ground coverage of the boot
compartment (see chapter “Tool Kit”
in section “In an Emergency”) and
remove the storage box.
CAUTION!
• Before disconnecting the battery,
open the liftgate and lower the
windows a few centimetres, to
avoid damaging the seal when
opening and closing the door.
When the battery is connected, the
lowering of the window is performed
automatically when the door is
opened and closed. The liftgate
must remain open and the windows
lowered until the charged battery is
reconnected.
• Never disconnect the battery from
the electrical system when the engine
is running.
• 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.
• If the battery needs to be removed
from its compartment, you must first
detach the terminal clamp to the
negative post (–) and then the other
terminal clamp to the positive post
(+), after removing the protective
cover. Battery posts are marked
positive (+) and negative (–) and are
identified on the battery case.
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• Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
To Reconnect the Battery
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CAUTION!
• It is essential when replacing the
cables on the battery that the
positive cable is precisely attached to
the positive post (+) and the negative
cable is attached to the negative post
(–).
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After the battery has been
disconnected and re-connected
and before starting the engine it is
necessary to proceed as follows:
• Unlock and lock the doors using the
Key fob RKE Transmitter.
• Close manually the liftgate, unlock
it with the key fob RKE transmitter
and then lock it manually on more
time. If the vehicle is equipped with
power liftgate, manually perform
the complete closure. Then move
the liftgate automatically, using the
buttons on the outer edge of the
left boot compartment, performing
a complete cycle of opening and
closing. If the limit of maximum
power liftgate opening has been set,
it is necessary to reset it (see “Open
and Close the Liftgate” in section
“Before Starting”).
• Initialise the climate control system
by activating the system and pressing
the “AUTO” control as described in
chapter "Air Conditioning Controls"
in section “Dashboard Instruments
and Controls”.
• Turn on the MTC+ and set the date
and time (see “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
• Lift, release and lift again the lever
on the central console to initialise the
electric parking brake. Following this
operation the
warning light on
the instrument cluster will turn off.
• For correct activation of the approach
lights on the external mirrors, press
at least once the tilt button on the
driver's door panel so that the door
mode recognizes the mirrors position.
• If the car is equipped with power
sunshades on rear door windows,
carry out the teach-in cycle described
on chapter “Power Sunshades on
Rear Door Windows” in section
“Before Starting”.
• Start the engine and perform the
end-stop learning of EPS, steering
fully to the left and then to the right.
The EPS failure warning light and
message should disappear on the TFT
display.
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
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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.
Useful Advice to Extend
Battery Life
When parking the vehicle, make sure
that the doors, hood, liftgate and flaps
are properly closed. All interior lights
should be off.
When the engine is turned off, do not
keep the connected devices switched
on for a long time (such as radio,
hazard warning lights, fan, etc.).
CAUTION!
If the battery charge remains below
50% for a long period of time, it will
be damaged due to sulphation; its
performance and starting power will
be reduced and it will be more subject
to freezing (this can happen even at 10°C/14°F).
We recommend you to have the
battery charge condition checked,
preferably at the beginning of the cold
season, to prevent the electrolyte from
freezing.
This check should be carried out more
frequently if the vehicle is used mainly
for short trips or if it is equipped
with power-absorbing devices that
remain permanently on even when
the ignition switch is off. This applies
above all if these devices have been
retrofitted ("Aftermarket" services).
If the vehicle is not used for long
periods of time, please see “Vehicle
Stored for Long Periods” in this
section.
Battery Recharge
WARNING!
The process of charging or recharging
the battery produces hydrogen, a
flammable gas that can explode and
cause serious injuries. When charging
or recharging the battery, follow the
recommended precautions at all times.
• Before using a charger device always
check that this tool is suitable for
the installed battery, with constant
voltage (lower than 14.0 V) and low
amperage (maximum limit 15 A).
• Recharge the battery in a wellventilated environment.
• Never charge or recharge a frozen
battery: it can explode due to
hydrogen trapped inside the ice
crystals.
• Ensure that any sparks or open
flames are kept well away from the
battery while it is charging.
• Before using a charger to charge or
maintain the battery charge status,
carefully follow the instructions
provided to ensure the charger is
connected to the battery safely and
correctly.
Is possible to recharge the battery
without disconnecting the cables of
the vehicle electrical system.
• To access the battery lift the ground
coverage of the boot compartment
(see chapter “Tool Kit” section “In an
Emergency”) and remove the storage
box.
• Remove the protection cover and
connect the terminal clamp of the
charger positive cable (typically in
red) to the positive post (+) of the
battery.
• Connect the terminal clamp of the
charger negative cable (typically
in black) to the nut located by the
negative post (–) on the battery,
indicated in the picture.
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Maintenance and Care
The vehicle is equipped with a IBS
(Intelligent Battery Sensor) sensor able
to measure charging and discharging
currents and to calculate the state
of charge and state of health of the
battery. This sensor is located in at the
negative post (–) of the battery.
For a successful charge/recharge
operation, the charging current must
flow through the IBS sensor as shown
in the picture.
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• Turn the charger on and follow the
instructions on its user manual to
completely recharge the battery.
• When the battery is recharged,
turn off the battery charger before
disconnecting it from the battery.
• Disconnect first the terminal clamp
of the charger black cable from the
battery and then the terminal clamp
of the red cable.
• Reassemble the protection cover
on the battery positive post and
the other parts removed for this
operation.
Fuse Replacement
Used Fuses Characteristics
When an electrical device is
not functioning, check that the
corresponding fuse is in proper
working order (intact).
A Fuse intact
B Fuse blown
On the vehicle are mainly used with
mini-and maxi-fuses with blade
engagement.
Besides these there are other types of
the fuse provided with holes for fixing
to the cable connection terminals. For
the replacement of these fuses contact
the Service Network.
Replace the faulty fuse with a new
one featuring the same rating, by
using appropriate forceps added in
the integrated power module and
Maintenance and Care
inside the cover of the rear power
distribution center.
CAUTION!
• Never replace a blown fuse with
anything other than a new and
suitable fuse (same rating).
• After replacing a fuse, if the fault
recurs, contact the Service Network.
Position of Fuses
The color identifies the value of the
fuses in amperes which is also reported
on them.
The table shows the match between
color and amperage of mini and maxi
fuses.
The fuses are located in three parts of
the vehicle, namely:
• inside the integrated power module,
on the right hand side of the engine
compartment (figures show a
gasoline engine);
Type
Mini Fuse
Maxi Fuse
Beige - 5
Yellow - 20
Brown - 7,5
Green - 30
Red - 10
Orange - 40
Blue - 15
Red - 50
Yellow - 20
Blue - 60
White - 25
• on the fuse and relay box located in
a covered area, under the dashboard
left side.
Integrated Power Module
• To access the module it is necessary
to lift the hood (see “Open and
Close the Hood” in section “Before
Starting”).
• To access the fuses remove the
module cover unhooking the lateral
locks as shown in the picture. To
recognize the reference number of
the fuses in the table below, see
the diagram inside the cover just
removed.
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• inside the rear power distribution
center, behind the battery, on
the right hand side of the boot
compartment;
Green - 30
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Maintenance and Care
The table points out the position as
featured in the cover, the type and
function of the fuses included in the
integrated power module.
CAUTION!
• After replacement, refit the
protective cover of the module.
• If you need to wash the engine
compartment, do not direct the
water for too long directly on the
module.
Ref.
Maxi – 50A
3
Maxi – 40A
PTC heater
1 relay input
(Diesel only)
4
Maxi – 30A
Starter motor
relay input
5
Maxi – 40A
ABS-ESP pump
feed
6
Maxi – 30A
AWD module
Maxi – 40A
PTC heater
2 relay input
(Diesel only)
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Type
8
Maxi – 40A
ABS-ESP valve
feed
9
Mini – 25A
Urea (AdBlue)
system (Diesel
only)
10
–
11
Mini – 20A
Horn relay
input
12
Mini – 10A
AC compressor
feed relay
input
13
–
14
Mini – 7,5A
Function
Secondary air
pump relay
input (V8
engines only)
2
7
Type
Ref.
15
16
Mini – 5A
Mini – 10A
Function
–
–
Alarm siren
Washer heated
nozzles relay
input
Enable cooling
fan relay input
and enable
cooling oil
pump relay
input (Gasoline
only)
Enable cooling
fan relay input
(Diesel only)
Maintenance and Care
Ref.
Type
18
Maxi – 40A
PTC heater
3 relay input
(Diesel only)
Maxi – 30A
Headlamp
washer relay
input
19
Function
Maxi – 30A
Wiper motor
relay output
21
Maxi – 20A
LH low beam
relay input
22
Maxi – 20A
RH low beam
relay input
20
23
Maxi – 40A
Maxi – 50A
Mini – 7,5A
Drive Assist
System Module
(DASM)
29
Mini – 10A
PCM module
- Starter
solenoid relay
coil
30
Mini – 5A
ORC- Air bag
module
28
Type
Function
Ref.
Type
31
Mini – 5A
ABS-ESP
module
37
Mini – 15A
32
Mini – 5A
AWD module,
EPS and AQS
Engine
secondary load
(Gasoline only)
Lambda sensor
(Gasoline only)
33
Mini – 10A
HDLP
Headlights AFLS
Mini – 15A
Mini – 7,5A
Mini – 15A
Primary load
to engine
harness LH side
(Gasoline only)
Urea (AdBlue)
pump (Diesel
only)
Mini – 30A
Primary load to
engine harness
(Diesel only)
Mini – 15A
Primary load to
engine harness
RH side
(Gasoline only)
34
Fuel heater
supply (Diesel
only)
Glow plug
heater unit
(Diesel only)
24
Ref.
35
38
39
Mini – 7,5A
Mini – 30A
PCM module
primary load,
glow plug
control unit
(Diesel only)
Flow meters,
tank lackage,
canister,
exhaust
by-pass valve
relay coil and
air shutter
(Gasoline only)
Relay coil,
urea (AdBlue)
tank harness
and heater
control unit
- Air shutter
(Diesel only)
PCM module
primary load
(Gasoline only)
36
Function
48
Mini – 7,5A
Lambda
Sensors - ICR
(Diesel only)
49
Mini – 10A
Pedal brake
switch - TCM
module
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Maintenance and Care
Ref.
Type
50
Mini – 15A
51
52
53
Mini – 30A
Mini – 5A
Mini – 10A
Function
+30 PCM
module
(Gasoline only)
Fuel pump
relay input
(Gasoline only)
Fuel pump
supply (Diesel
only)
The table points out the position as
featured in the cover, the type and
function of the fuses on the rear area
distribution control unit.
Starter
solenoid signal
for PCM
and voltage
stabilizer
AWD module
Rear Power Distribution Center
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• To access the center it is necessary to
lift the ground coverage of the boot
compartment (see chapter “Tool Kit”
in section “In an Emergency”) and
remove the storage box.
• To access the fuses, release the cover
latch shown in picture.
• Press the release latch and lift the lid
from this side.
• Push the lid toward the right side to
release the indicated latches on the
unit. To recognize the reference
number of the fuses in the table
below, see the diagram inside the
cover just removed.
Ref.
Type
Function
2
Maxi – 40A
BCM module
3
Maxi – 40A
BCM module
4
Maxi – 30A
BCM module
5
Maxi – 30A
BCM module
6
Maxi – 20A
Trailer harness
(not for
TROFEO
version)
7
Maxi – 30A
Driver door
module
8
Maxi – 30A
Passenger door
module
Maintenance and Care
Ref.
Type
Function
Maxi – 40A
Start&Stop:
voltage
stabilizer,
dashboard
Maxi – 40A
Start&Stop:
voltage
stabilizer, body
Maxi – 40A
“High
Premium”
stereo
amplifier unit
Maxi – 20A
“Premium”
stereo
amplifier unit
(1)
Maxi – 40A
HVAC front
blower relay
coil
16
Maxi – 40A
Rear window
defrost relay
coil (HVAC
module)
17
Maxi – 30A
Rear LH door
module
18
Maxi – 30A
Rear RH door
module
Maxi – 25A
Power liftgate
module
9
10
11
15
19
Ref.
20
Type
Maxi – 20A
Function
“Premium”
stereo
amplifier unit
(2)
ELDOR coil
(V8 - Gasoline
only)
21
22
23
24
Maxi – 40A
Urea (AdBlue)
heater control
unit (Diesel
only)
Mini – 7,5A
Rear HVAC
module
Mini – 10A
Fuel door relay
and RF Hub
module
Mini – 10A
ITM module,
ceiling light
unit (front
and rear),
rain/lights
sensor
Mini – 25A
Sunroof
module
26
Mini – 20A
Motor sound
system (Diesel
only)
27
–
25
Ref.
Type
31
Mini – 30A
LH front seat
movement
Mini – 15A
Trailer module
LH side (not
for TROFEO
version)
33
Mini – 15A
Trailer module
RH side (not
for TROFEO
version)
34
Mini – 20A
Soft Door
Close latch
35
Mini – 20A
Rear doors
sunshade
Mini – 10A
Transmission
lever, TPMS
module,
Navtrak,
USB/AUX
and charger,
ASBM control
suspension and
Hands Free
access module
32
36
Function
37
Mini – 25A
ASCM module
38
Mini – 30A
RH front seat
movement
7
–
401
Maintenance and Care
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402
Ref.
Type
41
Maxi – 40A
42
–
Function
ASCM motor
supply
–
Seat passenger
heater module
43
Mini – 20A
44
–
–
45
–
–
46
Mini – 5A
Rear camera
47
Mini – 5A
Navtrak
48
Mini – 5A
Surround view
49
Mini – 10A
Internal
temperature
sensor, umidity
sensor, internal
mirror and
HALF
50
–
51
Mini – 25A
Rear seat and
steering wheel
heater module
52
Mini – 20A
Boot power
outlet
53
–
54
Mini – 7,5A
55
–
–
–
Blind Spot
module
–
Ref.
Type
56
Mini – 10A
Blower front
HVAC coil relay
Mini – 10A
Blower rear
HVAC coil relay
Mini – 10A
Trailer harness
(not for
TROFEO
version)
57
58
Function
Ref.
Type
Function
67
Mini – 10A
Sunroof
Mini – 20A
Power outlet
on central
console rear
side
Mini – 25A
Rear console
power outlet
and cigar
lighter
68
69
USB charger,
transmission
lever, ASBM,
rear tunnel
stack switch
59
Mini – 10A
60
–
61
Mini – 15A
Rear window
wiper relay
62
Mini – 7,5A
Front HVAC
module
63
Mini – 20A
Blower rear
HVAC
64
Mini – 7,5A
Rear HVAC
module
65
Mini – 10A
Intelligent
battery sensor
66
Mini – 10A
Rear Seat
Entertainment
(RSE)
Front HVAC
module,
Parking Aid
Module (PAM),
ASCM
–
70
Mini – 10A
Front HVAC
module,
Parking Aid
Module (PAM),
ASCM and
ELDOR coil (V8
engines only)
Fuse Box under the Dashboard
This box is located in an internal area
under the dashboard left side.
Considering the complexity of this
operation, we recommend having the
fuses replaced by the Service Network.
The table points out the position as
featured in the figure, the type and
Maintenance and Care
function of the fuses in the box under
the dashboard.
Function
Bulb Replacement
Mini – 15A
Cluster
module, clock
3
Mini – 10A
DSRC and DTV
system (Japan
version only)
4
Mini – 5A
E-call
5
Mini – 7,5A
Security
Gateway
The signal failure of an external light
(turn signal, low beam and high beam,
number plate light, reverse light and
brake light) is communicated to the
instrument cluster that displays on
the TFT screen in a graphical form
and with a text message which light is
faulty (see example in the figure).
6
Mini – 15A
Radio
7
Mini – 10A
Column
software
module, CSS
Mini – 10A
Start & Stop
switch,
diagnostic
outlet
Ref.
Type
2
8
Lights Cluster
The lights of the front clusters are
arranged as follows:
Ref.
1
Type
Mini – 7,5A
Function
7
Cluster
module, USB
charger, CSS,
SGW and DSRC
(Japan version
only)
403
Maintenance and Care
Bi-Xenon Version
Full-LED Version (optional)
Bi-Xenon Version
1
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Full-LED Version
1
Position light guide LED.
1
Low-beam light LED.
2
Stop light LED.
2
Direction indicator LED.
3
Position, DRL and direction
indicator light LED.
Matrix high-beam light LED.
3
2
Bi-Xenon low-beam/high-beam
bulb (25W-No AFS, 35W-With
AFS).
Position and DRL light LED.
4
Reverse light LED.
3
Direction indicator LED.
4
Side-marker LED.
5
Rear fog light LED.
4
Side-marker light LED.
5
Side reflex-reflector.
6
Side reflex-reflector.
5
Side reflex-reflector.
6
Bending light LED.
6
Front fog light LED.
7
Front fog LED light.
The lights of the rear clusters are
arranged as follows:
CAUTION!
It is not possible replace a single
LED of the headlight cluster, we
recommend that you contact the
Service Network for the replacement
of the entire cluster.
Maintenance and Care
WARNING!
The Bi-Xenon bulbs are a type of high
voltage discharge tube. High voltage
can remain in the circuit even with
the headlamp switch and the ignition
switch off. Because of this, you should
not attempt to replace a Bi-Xenon
bulb yourself, but take the vehicle to
a center of the Service Network for
service.
Besides the light clusters, a third LED
stop light is present on the rear side of
the liftgate.
Light Clusters Bulbs
Replacement
Most of the lights of front and rear
clusters, those integrated in the
exterior mirrors and those of the stop
light on the liftgate are LED powered
and cannot be replaced individually.
Contact the Service Network to locate
the correct parts and replace them.
Front Light Bulb Replacement
Contact the Service Network to
replace them.
Number Plate Lights
Number plate light are LED powered:
contact the Service Network to replace
them.
Passenger Compartment
Interior Lights
Lamps inside the glove box
compartment of the dashboard, lamps
under the sun visors and those located
next to the passenger handholds
for the external rear seats are LED
powered and cannot be replaced
by the owner. Contact the Service
Network to replace them.
Boot Compartment Light
The lights inside the boot
compartment and on the liftgate are
LED powered: contact the Service
Network to replace them.
A/C System Maintenance
For best performances, the air
conditioning system should be checked
and serviced by the Service Network at
the beginning of the warm season.
This service should include cleaning of
the condenser check of the drive belt
tension and a performance test.
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
can damage your air conditioning
components. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
WARNING!
• Use only refrigerants and
compressor lubricants approved
by the manufacturer for your
air conditioning system. Some
refrigerants are flammable and
can explode, causing injuries.
Other unapproved refrigerants or
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lubricants can cause the system to
fail, requiring costly repairs.
• The air conditioning system contains
refrigerant under high pressure.
To avoid risk of personal injury
or damage to the system, adding
refrigerant or any repair requiring
lines to be disconnected should be
done by an experienced technician.
Periodically remove any leaves and
insects that may build up and obstruct
the inlet of external air in the air
conditioning system through the grille
present underneath the rear part of
the hood.
To access the grille, lift the hood
as described in “Open and Close the
Hood” in section “Before Starting”.
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Wheels Maintenance
Tires Maintenance
CAUTION!
To obtain the best performances and
the longest mileage from the tires,
take following precautions during the
first 500 km (310 mi):
• do not drive at the vehicle’s
maximum speed;
• drive at low speed on curves;
• avoid sudden steering;
• avoid sudden braking;
• avoid sudden acceleration;
• do not drive at high speeds for too
long.
The tires inflation pressure must
correspond to the prescribed values
(see the chapter “Tire Inflation
Pressure” in section “Features and
Specifications”) and should be checked
only when the tires have cooled
down. In fact, the pressure increases
as the tire temperature progressively
increases.
Never reduce the pressure if tires are
hot (see “Tires – General Information”
chapter in section “Driving”).
Insufficient tire inflating pressure can
cause tire overheating and possible
internal damage, which may even lead
to the tire destruction.
CAUTION!
After inspecting or adjusting the tire
pressure, always reinstall the valve
stem cap. This will prevent moisture
and dirt from entering the valve stem,
which could damage it.
Impacts with curbs, holes, and
obstacles in the road, and prolonged
trips on rough roads or off-road trails
can cause tire damage which may not
be visible to the naked eye.
Check your tires regularly for any signs
of damage (e.g. scratches, cuts, cracks,
bulges, etc.). If sharp objects penetrate
the tires, they can cause structural
damage which is only visible when the
tire is removed.
In any case, any possible damage
must be inspected by an experienced
technician, as it may seriously reduce
the tire life.
Remember that tires deteriorate with
time, even if used little or not at all.
Cracks in the tire tread and sides,
alongside possible bulging, are a sign
of deterioration.
Maintenance and Care
WARNING!
• Check the inflating pressure of the
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tires when cold, at least every two
weeks and before long trips.
Have the old tires inspected by an
experienced technician, to make
sure they can still be used safely.
If the same tire has been on your
vehicle for 4 or 5 years, have it
inspected anyway by an experienced
technician.
Never fit tires of uncertain origin.
“Directional” tires have an arrow
on their side showing the rolling
direction. To keep the best
performance when replacing a tire,
make sure that the rolling direction
corresponds to the one shown by the
arrow.
During the tire life, the rolling
direction used for the first fitting
shall always be observed, also in
case of “nondirectional” tires.
Check the depth of the tire tread
at regular intervals. The minimum
allowed value is 1.6 mm (0.06 in)
at that point the wear indicators
on the tire will be visible (see “Tires
- General Information” in section
“Driving”). The thinner is the tread,
the greater is the risk of skidding.
• Drive carefully on wet roads to
decrease the risk of aquaplaning.
Winter Tires
These tires are specially designed for
driving on snow and ice and are fitted
to replace the ones supplied with the
vehicle.
The winter features of these tires are
significantly reduced when tread
depth is less than 4 mm (0.16 in). In
this case, they should be replaced.
The specific features of the winter
tires lead to lower performance under
normal environmental conditions or on
long highway trips, compared to the
standard tires.
Therefore, their use should be limited
to the situations and performance for
which they have been type-approved.
The Service Network can provide all
necessary information about fitting
winter tires on the vehicle.
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a
bristle brush, or metal polishes. Do not
use oven cleaner that may involve and
damage the brake calipers.
Avoid automatic car washes that use
acidic solutions or harsh brushes that
may damage the wheel rim protective
finish.
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Wheel Rims Maintenance
All wheel rims should be cleaned
regularly with a mild soap and water.
To remove heavy soil and/or excessive
brake dust, use a nonabrasive, nonacidic cleaner.
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Bodywork Maintenance
and Care
Protection from Atmospheric
Agents
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The main causes of corrosion are:
• atmospheric pollution;
• salinity and humidity in the
atmosphere (marine areas or a damp
climate);
• seasonal environmental conditions;
• salt scattered on the roadbed to melt
ice and snow.
The abrasive action of wind-carried
atmospheric dust and sand, mud and
stones should not be underestimated.
On this vehicle, Maserati has adopted
the best technological solutions to
protect the bodywork from corrosion.
The main measures are:
• paint products and systems that give
the vehicle particular resistance to
corrosion and abrasion;
• use of galvanized (or pre-treated)
metal sheets which are highly
resistant to corrosion in the most
exposed parts;
• spraying of the underbody, engine
compartment, insides of wheel
housings, and other structures with
wax products having high protective
power;
• spraying of plastic materials, with
a protective function, in the most
exposed points: underneath the
doors, inside part of the mud guards,
edges, etc.;
• use of ventilated box sections, coated
with protective wax products, to
avoid condensation and trapped
water which could encourage the
formation of internal rust.
Useful Advice to Keep the
Bodywork in Good Condition
Paint
The paintwork does not only have an
aesthetic function but also protects
the underlying metal sheets. In the
event of abrasions or deep scratches,
we recommend to have the necessary
touch-ups made immediately, to avoid
any rust formation. Touch-ups do not
feature particular difficulties, even on
metallic and matte finishes.
For all paint touch-ups, use only
original products indicated on the
plate applied on the lower left side of
the hood.
Normal paint maintenance consists
in washing, the frequency of which
depends on the conditions of use and
of the environment. For example, if
driving the vehicle in areas where
there is high atmospheric pollution or
the roads are spread with anti-freeze
salt, it is advisable to wash the vehicle
more frequently.
ENVIRONMENTAL!
Detergents pollute water. Therefore
the vehicle should be washed in areas
equipped for the collection and
purification of the fluids used for
washing.
NOTE:
The use of alcohol-based products
for cleaning the metal surfaces in the
engine compartment and/or the boot
may deteriorate the protective paint.
Maintenance and Care
It is recommended to use water-based
products and neutral surfactants.
Car Wash
For correct washing:
• wet the bodywork with a low
pressure water jet;
• pass a sponge with a light detergent
solution over the bodywork,
frequently rinsing the sponge;
• rinse well with water and dry with an
air jet or chamois leather.
When drying, take particular care
with the parts that are less visible,
such as the door, liftgate and lid bays,
headlight edges, in which water can
be trapped more easily.
You are recommended not to take the
vehicle immediately into an enclosed
environment, but leave it in the
open air so as to allow the water to
evaporate.
Do not wash the vehicle after it has
been left in the sun or when the
hood is hot: the paint gloss could be
affected.
External plastic parts must be cleaned
with the same procedure followed for
the normal washing of the bodywork.
Avoid, as far as possible, parking
the vehicle under trees; the resinous
substances that very often drop
from the trees give the paint a dull
appearance and increase the possibility
of originating corrosive processes.
It is important that the drain holes in
the lower sides of the doors, rocker
panels, and trunk bottom be kept clear
and open.
CAUTION!
• Bird droppings must be washed off
immediately and thoroughly, since
their acidity is particularly corrosive.
• To provide better protection for the
paint, polish the vehicle at intervals
with a suitable product leaving a
protective film on the paint.
• If the vehicle is washed using highpressure water jets or cleaners, it
is important that the nozzle of the
jet be kept at a distance of at least
40 cm (16 in) from the bodywork to
avoid damaging it.
Washing Vehicles with Matte Finish
Paint
• It is recommended to hand wash
vehicles with matte-finish paint.
• Before washing, first remove from
the bodywork dust and other
particles that could damage the
paint. Preferably use an air pressure
jet.
• When grease spots and fingerprints
are present, it is recommended using
a special cleaner for matte finish
paint. Apply the product using a
microfiber cloth. To avoid damaging
the paint surface, do not use too
much pressure.
• Wet the bodywork with plenty of
water and clean it using a soft
sponge and a neutral wax-free
shampoo, starting from the top and
working down. Dry the bodywork
using an air pressure jet.
• Rinse all the parts of the vehicle
thoroughly with plenty of water.
Keep the sponge or the washing mitt
in use always wet and clean.
• At last, using a different sponge or
washing mitt, clean the wheels, the
door sill plates and the other parts
that are less visible.
CAUTION!
• It is recommended not to wash the
vehicle in direct sunlight. The little
drops of water, acting as small focal
lenses, could damage the paint.
• Always and only wash the vehicle by
hand. Avoid using abrasive sponges
or mitts that could damage the matte
finish paint.
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• Never polish and never use polishing
agents on the vehicle with matte
finish paint or on parts of it.
• Hard water (over 30 °f) could leave
limestone residues.
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Glass Surfaces
All glass surfaces should be cleaned on
a regular basis with any commercial
household-type glass cleaner.
Never use an abrasive type cleaner.
Use caution when cleaning the inside
rear window on the liftgate equipped
with electric defrosters. Do not use
scrapers or other sharp instrument that
may scratch the elements.
When cleaning the rear view mirror,
spray cleaner on the towel or rag that
you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Labels can be peeled off after soaking
with warm water.
When cleaning is performed, keep all
metal objects at a safe distance from
the window.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights
that are lighter and less susceptible to
stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch-resistant as
glass and therefore different lens
cleaning procedures must be followed.
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To minimize the possibility of
scratching the lenses and reducing
light output, avoid wiping with a dry
cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with
a mild soap solution followed by
rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning
components, solvents, steel wool or
other aggressive material to clean the
lenses.
Condensation and Fogging on the
Light Clusters
With cold or humid climate, after a
driving rain or after cleaning the car,
the surface of the front and rear
light clusters could fog and/or form
condensate drops on the inside. This
is a natural phenomenon due to the
temperature and humidity difference
between the lens internal and external
surface, which nevertheless does
not indicate a fault and does not
compromise the regular operation of
the lights.
The fogging/condensate disappear
when switching on the lights, starting
from the centre of the diffuser and
going gradually to the edges.
Mouldings and Aluminium Trims
• For cleaning mouldings and
aluminium trims, avoid the use of
acidic or alkanline cleaning agents
that can destroy the protecting
surface treatment.
• After washing aluminium trim with
warm water, apply the cleaning
agent with a clean tissue or a soft
sponge on the surface. Do not use
any other equipment such as brushes,
steel wool, abrasives or any other
equipment for cleaning.
• After cleaning, please rinse the
aluminium trim with a lot of clear
water.
• While cleaning in the car wash please
make sure that the mouldings and
aluminium trims only gets contact
with soft brushes or textiles.
Engine Compartment
At the end of each winter
season, carefully wash the engine
compartment, remembering to avoid
directing the jet of water for too long
on the electric parts.
To perform this operation, you must
contact the Service Network .
“Car Wash” Mode (if foreseen)
To move the vehicle in tunnel washers,
or generally move with engine off, you
can use the following mode.
• Vehicle must be on level ground,
stationary or moving up to 1 km/h
(0.6 mph).
Maintenance and Care
• If enabled, disable the automatic
engagement function of electric
parking brake (see “Parking Brake”
in section “Driving”).
• Shift the gearshift lever to N
(Neutral).
• The brake pedal can be pressed or
not pressed.
• Turn the engine off by pressing the
START/STOP button for 5 seconds.
Through these steps, the driver's door
must be closed. This condition will
persists for about 25 minutes, the shift
lever will switch to P (Park) once time
has expired.
In case of low-battery voltage the shift
lever can be placed in P (Park) before
this time has expired.
NOTE:
It is also appropriate to disable the
“Passive Entry” function from the
MTC+ system so that the “Pre-Short
Drop” function will not be activated.
This can prevent water from entering
in the passenger compartment during
car washing.
WARNING!
• Performed this procedure the
vehicle will stay in N (Neutral),
rather without any brake. To avoid
accidental movement, always check
that the movement of the vehicle
take place only on a flat surface.
• DO NOT USE this mode to haul the
vehicle because after a period of
time the shift lever will be placed
automatically in P (Park) position.
If this occurs when the vehicle is
moving the transmission can be
damaged. To haul the vehicle use the
emergency manual park release (see
“Transmission Manual Release of P
(Park) Position” in section “In an
Emergency”).
upper edge of the glass window and
the door outline on the bodywork,
while the car is being washed, it is
advisable to disable the “Passive
Entry” from the MTC+ System,
for further information refer to
chapter “MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and controls”.
When deactivating the “Passive Entry”,
also the “Pre-Short Drop” function will
be disabled.
Pre-Short Drop Function
When in a car washing, if the driver
keeps the RKE Transmitter in his/her
pocket, or in any place outside the
vehicle within 1 m (3.3 ft) distance, the
front windows will perform a pre-short
drop. This is a shorter drop compared
to the normal short drop performed
by the “Passive Entry” function when
you grab the door handle to enter the
vehicle.
In order to prevent water from
entering the vehicle between the
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Interior Maintenance and
Care
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Interior trim should be cleaned
starting with a damp cloth. Do not use
harsh cleaners.
The leather upholstery can be best
preserved by regular cleaning with a
damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt
can act as an abrasive and damage
the leather upholstery and should be
removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Stubborn soils stains can be
removed easily with a soft cloth and
appropriate products. Avoid soaking
the leather upholstery with any liquid.
Please do not use polishes, oils,
cleaning fluids, solvents, detergents, or
ammonia-based cleaners to clean your
leather upholstery.
Application of a leather conditioner is
not required to maintain the original
condition.
Check at regular intervals that there
is no water trapped under the mats
(due to drips off shoes, umbrellas etc.)
which may cause the metal parts to
oxidize.
CAUTION!
Do not use alcohol, petrol or solvents
to clean the instrument cluster's
transparent dome, the MTC+ display,
the analogue clock and the leather
upholstery. We recommended the use
of “Car Care” products approved by
Maserati for the maintenance and care
of the interior.
Leather Upholstery Treatment
Have the leather upholstery only
treated, as provided in the Scheduled
Service Plan, by the Service Network
which has the required specific
products.
Parts in Premium Quality Wood
Remove any dirt with a buckskin
leather or damp cloth.
NOTE:
The Maserati Service Network can
provide you with any information
about the Maserati approved “Car
Care” products, available in the
“Genuine Accessories” range.
MTC+ Touch Screen
• Do NOT attach any object to the
touch screen, doing so can result in
damage to the touch screen.
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• Do not touch the screen with any
hard or sharp objects (pen, USB stick,
jewelry, etc.) which could scratch the
touch screen surface.
• Do not spray any liquid or caustic
chemicals directly on the screen!
Use a clean and dry micro fiber lens
cleaning cloth in order to clean
the touch screen. If necessary, use
a lint-free cloth dampened with a
cleaning solution, such as isopropyl
alcohol, or an isopropyl alcohol and
water solution ratio of 50:50. Be sure
to follow the solvent manufacturer’s
precautions and directions.
Maintenance and Care
Vehicle Stored for Long
Periods
If the vehicle is going to be stored for
long periods of time, follow the below
precautions:
• Wash and dry the vehicle thoroughly.
• Store the vehicle on a level surface
in a covered, dry and, if possible,
ventilated area.
• Select P (Park) and turn off the
engine.
• Disconnect the battery (refer
“Maintenance-Free Battery” in this
section) or connect a battery charger
(refer to paragraph “Maintaining
Battery Charge” of chapter “Battery
Statement” in this section).
• Check the battery charge status.
During parking, this check must
be carried out every three weeks.
Recharge the battery if the open
circuit voltage is lower than 12.2 V.
• Check that the parking brake is NOT
engaged.
• Do not empty the engine cooling
system.
• Clean and protect the painted parts
applying protective wax.
• Clean and protect polished metal
parts with special products available
on the market.
• Talc the wiper blades and raise
them from the windshield and rear
windows.
• Cover the vehicle with a long cloth
in breathable fabric (available from
the Maserati Service Network). Do
not use thick plastic sheets, which do
not allow the humidity on the vehicle
surface to evaporate.
• Inflate the tires up to a pressure
which must be 1 bar (14.5 psi) higher
than the normally prescribed one,
and check it at regular intervals.
NOTE:
The Maserati Service Network can
provide you with any information
about the available “Indoor and
Outdoor Car Covers”, available in the
“Genuine Accessories” range.
WARNING!
The tire pressure must be brought
back to the prescribed value before
reusing the vehicle (see “Tire Inflation
Pressure” in section “Features and
Specifications”).
Restarting the Vehicle
Before restarting the vehicle after
a long period of inactivity, we
recommend that you carry out the
following operations.
• Check the tires for pressure and for
any damages, cuts or cracks. If this is
the case, have them replaced.
• Do not dry-rub the external surface
of the vehicle: use a damp cloth.
• Visually inspect if there are any fluid
leaks (oil, brake and clutch fluid,
engine coolant etc.).
• Have the engine oil and filter
replaced.
• Have the presence of water in fuel
filter checked (Diesel only).
• Check the fluid levels in the brake
system, as well as the engine coolant
level.
• Check the air filters and have them
replaced if necessary.
• Reconnect the battery after
checking the charge status (refer to
“Maintenance-Free Battery” in this
section) and perform the initialising
procedure if applicable.
• With the gearshift in N (Neutral), let
the engine idle for several minutes.
In this way, the pneumatic suspension
system will be able to reach the
operating pressure and lift the car
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to the Entry/Exit height (for further
details, see “Drive Modes” in section
“Driving”).
Battery Statement
WARNING!
The engine idle must be performed
outdoors. Exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide which is strongly
toxic and potentially lethal.
To avoid problems with ignition and/or
the electrical system in general when
you are driving, the battery charge
status is constantly maintained and
guaranteed by the vehicle's recharge
circuit; the main component of which
is the alternator. This circuit is only
able to supply voltage to the battery
when the vehicle is travelling.
The warning light
on the
instrument cluster, will indicate any
malfunctions in the recharge circuit or
an insufficient battery charge status
(example in figure).
Battery Statement Status of
Charge
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The vehicle contains advanced
electronic systems, such as, for
example, the alarm system and various
electronic control modules, which
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consume power even when the
ignition switch is in the OFF position
and the vehicle is not being used.
Therefore, it is fundamental that the
battery is properly charged to ensure
that the engine starts properly and
that all the electrical/electronic systems
in the vehicle work efficiently.
Maintaining Battery Charge
If you perform short daily trips
(approximately 16 km/10 miles),
which correspond to an annual total
of 6000 km/4000 miles, or when the
vehicle is not going to be used for one
week or more, Maserati recommends
connecting the vehicle to a battery
charger, to save you the trouble of
having to recharge the battery. The
battery charger will keep the battery
charged properly and at the correct
voltage levels required by the systems
and devices in the vehicle.
Before using the battery charger,
carefully follow the instructions
provided.
If you do not use a battery charger
to prevent the battery from going
flat when you are not going to use
the vehicle for long periods of time,
you need to check and recharge the
battery at least once every three
weeks. Make this check if you perform
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short daily trips (approximately
16 km/10 mi) which correspond to
an annual total of 6000 km/4000
miles. Please note that allowing the
battery to go flat repeatedly can cause
premature wear on the internal cells
and greatly reduce their life, leading
to problems with the ignition system
and other electrical/electronic systems.
The Service Network is available to
advise you on how to recharge your
battery correctly and give you useful
information on battery care and
maintenance.
• never charge or recharge a battery
that has frozen: it can explode due
to hydrogen trapped inside the ice
crystals;
• ensure that any sparks or open
flames are nowhere near the battery
while it is charging;
• before using a charger to charge or
maintain the battery charge status,
carefully follow the instructions
provided to ensure the charger is
connected to the battery safely and
correctly.
NOTE:
The Maserati Service Network can
provide you with any information
about the Maserati approved “Battery
Charger and Conditioner”, available in
the “Genuine Accessories” range.
WARNING!
The process of charging or recharging
the battery produces hydrogen, a
dangerous gas that can explode and
cause serious injuries. When charging
or recharging the battery, follow the
recommended precautions at all times:
• always charge or recharge the
battery in a well-ventilated
environment;
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8 - Features and Specifications
Refillings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 418
Fuel Consumption and Exhaust Emission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 423
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426
Tire Inflation Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 443
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Features and Specifications
Refillings
NOTE:
Maserati reserves the right to change or revise specifications without prior notification.
CAUTION!
To guarantee vehicle’s integrity and maintain performance level Maserati recommends to use Maserati genuine products.
Refillings and Recommended Products – Gasoline Engines
Parts to be refilled
Fuel tank
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Product specifications
80 litres/17.5 UK gal
(including 16 litres/3.5 UK gal of
reserve)
Premium unleaded fuel with no less than 95 RON/85
MON (91 CLC or AKI).
Engine (3.8 V8): oil
capacity including filter
cartridge
8,3 litres/1.82 UK gal (max)
(MIN – MAX difference: 1,4
litres/0.31 UK gal)
Synthetic multigrade lubricants SAE 5W-40 that meet
API SL/CF and ACEA A3, B3, B4 specifications.
Recommended oil: SHELL Helix Ultra Maserati 5W-40
(1).
Engine (3.0 V6): oil
capacity including filter
cartridge
8,3 litres/1.82 UK gal (max)
(MIN – MAX difference: 1 litre/0.22
UK gal)
Synthetic multigrade lubricants SAE 10W-60 that meet
API SN/CF and ACEA A3, B3, B4 specifications.
Recommended oil: SHELL Helix Ultra Maserati 10W-60
(2).
5 litres/1.1 UK gal
Mix of water and detergent fluid, in the proportions
indicated on the product package. If the temperature
is below –20°C (–4°F), use pure detergent fluid.
Detergent fluid: Mix of CUNA NC 956-II surfactants and
alcohols.
Recommended fluid: WUERTH Windshield Washer
Fluid with antifreeze or AREXONS DP1.
Windshield and headlight
washer fluid tank
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Quantity
Windshield washer fluid
tank
3,5 litres/0.77 UK gal
Features and Specifications
Parts to be refilled
Quantity
Engine cooling circuit (3.8
V8)
14,3 litres/3.14 UK gal
(for dual-zone air conditioning
system)
15,7 litres/3.45 UK gal
(for four-zone air conditioning
system)
Engine cooling circuit (3.0
V6)
10,4 litres/2.28 UK gal
(for dual-zone air conditioning
system)
11,5 litres/2.52 UK gal
(for four-zone air conditioning
system)
Product specifications
Mixture of water and coolant, proportionally 50/50%.
Coolant: protective, antifreeze action and ethylene
glycol-based with organic inhibitors compatible with
regulations:
• ASTM D 3306, ASTM D 2570
• ASTM D 4340, ASTM D 2809
• SAE J 1034
• CUNA NC 956/16.
Recommended fluid: PETRONAS Paraflu UP or SHELL
Long Life OAT.
Automatic transmission
cooling circuit
2,5 litres/0.55 UK gal
(3) Automatic
transmission
7,6 litres/1.67 UK gal
First equipment oil: SHELL ATF L- 12108 or ZF Lifeguard
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(3) Differential
0,9 litres/0.19 UK gal
Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 – FE Hypoid Gear
Lubricant.
(3) Front differential
0,45 litres/0.10 UK gal
First equipment oil: SHELL TF 0951B.
(3) Transfer case
0,62 litres/0.14 UK gal
First equipment oil: SHELL TF 0870.
Braking system
0,88 litres/0.19 UK gal +/-4%
Synthetic fluid: FMVSS 116 DOT 4, ISO 4925 Class 4,
ENSAYOS INTA-UNE 26-109-88, SAE J1703, SAE J1704,
CUNA NC 956-01.
Recommended fluid: PETRONAS Tutela TOP 4/S.
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CAUTION!
For each oil refilling and/or replacement, please
contact the Service Network.
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Features and Specifications
Parts to be refilled
Air conditioning system
Quantity
dual-zone:
620 g +/-20 g
1.367 lb +/-0.044 lb (r1234yf);
700 g +/-20 g
1.543 lb +/-0.044 lb (r134a);
four-zone:
760 g +/-20 g
1.675 lb +/-0.044 lb (r1234yf);
850 g +/-20 g
1.873 lb +/-0.044 lb (r134a).
Product specifications
Coolant: r1234yf (for the European market);
r134a (for the other markets).
(1) In countries where it is not available, recommended oil “SHELL Helix Ultra 5W-40”.
(2) In countries where it is not available, recommended oil “SHELL Helix Ultra 10W-60”.
(3) No change and/or topping up expected in scheduled maintenance.
Refillings and Recommended Products – Diesel Engine
Parts to be refilled
Fuel tank
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Quantity
80 litres/17.5 UK gal
(including 16 litres/3.5 UK gal of
reserve)
Tank of reducing agent
AdBlue®
19,6 litres/4.30 UK gal
Engine: oil capacity
including filter cartridge
8,8 litres/1.93 UK gal (max)
(MIN – MAX difference: 1 litre/0.22
UK gal)
Product specifications
Premium diesel fuel that meets the requirements of
EN590.
Biodiesel blends that meet EN590 may also be used.
Solution of pure urea (32.5%) in de-mineralised
water (67.5%) meeting DIN 70070 and ISO 22241
specifications, obtained by synthesis.
Recommended fluid: AdBlue®.
Synthetic multigrade lubricants SAE 5W-40 that meet
API SL/CF and ACEA A3, B3, B4 specifications.
Recommended oil: SHELL Helix Ultra Maserati 5W-40
(1).
Features and Specifications
Parts to be refilled
Windshield and headlight
washer fluid tank
Windshield washer fluid
tank
Engine cooling circuit
Quantity
5 litres/1.1 UK gal
3,5 litres/0.77 UK gal
13 litres/2.86 UK gal
(for dual-zone air conditioning
system)
13,8 litres/3.03 UK gal
(for four-zone air conditioning
system)
Product specifications
Mix of water and detergent fluid, in the proportions
indicated on the product package. If the temperature
is below –20°C (–4°F), use pure detergent fluid.
Detergent fluid: Mix of CUNA NC 956-II surfactants and
alcohols.
Recommended fluid: WUERTH Windshield Washer
Fluid with antifreeze or AREXONS DP1.
Mixture of water and coolant, proportionally 50/50%.
Coolant: protective, antifreeze action and ethylene
glycol-based with organic inhibitors compatible with
regulations:
• ASTM D 3306, ASTM D 2570
• ASTM D 4340, ASTM D 2809
• SAE J 1034
• CUNA NC 956/16.
Recommended fluid: PETRONAS Paraflu UP or SHELL
Long Life OAT.
(2) Automatic
transmission
7,7 litres/1.69 UK gal
First equipment oil: SHELL ATF L- 12108 or ZF Lifeguard
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(2) Differential
0,9 litres/0.19 UK gal
Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 – FE Hypoid Gear
Lubricant.
(2) Front differential
0,45 litres/0.10 UK gal
First equipment oil: SHELL TF 0951B.
(2) Transfer case
0,62 litres/0.14 UK gal
First equipment oil: SHELL TF 0870.
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Features and Specifications
Parts to be refilled
Braking system
Quantity
0,88 litres/0.19 UK gal +/-4%
Product specifications
Synthetic fluid: FMVSS 116 DOT 4, ISO 4925 Class 4,
ENSAYOS INTA-UNE 26-109-88, SAE J1703, SAE J1704,
CUNA NC 956-01.
Recommended fluid: PETRONAS Tutela TOP 4/S.
CAUTION!
For each oil refilling and/or replacement, please
contact the Service Network.
Air conditioning system
dual-zone: 620 g +/-20 g
1.367 lb +/-0.044 lb (r1234yf);
700 g +/-20 g
1.543 lb +/-0.044 lb (r134a).
four-zone: 760 g +/-20 g
1.675 lb +/-0.044 lb (r1234yf);
850 g +/-20 g
1.873 lb +/-0.044 lb (r134a).
Coolant: r1234yf (for the European market);
r134a (for the other markets).
(1) In countries where it is not available, recommended oil “SHELL Helix Ultra 5W-40”.
(2) No change and/or topping up expected in scheduled maintenance.
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Features and Specifications
Fuel Consumption and Exhaust Emission
The fuel consumption and CO2 exhaust emission values specified by the manufacturer were established based on
homologation tests prescribed by the applicable Directives of the destination market ( EU: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,
Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden - EFTA:
Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland).
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, presence of roof-racks, other items or situations which may
negatively affect the vehicle aerodynamics or wind resistance lead to consumption values differing from the indicated
ones. After covering the first 3000 km (1900 mi) it will be possible to obtain a more consistent fuel consumption.
NOTE:
To read the fuel consumption and CO2 exhaust emission values specific for this car, please refer to the data given in the
Certificate Of Conformity and to the related documentation provided at the time of delivery of the vehicle.
Fuel Consumption (for other Countries)
NOTE:
The technical data, values and specifications in this Owner’s Manual are provided as guidance only. The vehicle specific
data can deviate from the information provided, for example, as a result of optional or special equipment ordered with
the vehicle, vehicle loads, and country specific measurement methods.
The test procedures adopted for fuel consumption measuring are the following.
• Urban cycle : this test begins with a cold start, followed by a simulation of an urban route.
• Extra-urban cycle: this test involves frequent accelerations in all gears, simulating use of the vehicle on routes outside
urban areas; the speed varies between 0 and 120 km/h (75 mph).
• Combined cycle: this is calculated by considering a route consisting of about 37% urban cycle and 63% extra-urban cycle.
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Features and Specifications
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.
Fuel Consumption Data - Gasoline Models
The fuel consumption values shown (litres per 100 km) were established based on homologation tests prescribed by
following European Directives: Directives EC 715/2007 and EC 692/2008.
Levante TROFEO
Levante GTS
Levante S
Levante
Urban cycle
18.8 l/100 km
18.8 l/100 km
15 l/100 km
14.8 l/100 km
Extra urban cycle
10.5 l/100 km
10.5 l/100 km
8.5 l/100 km
8.3 l/100 km
Combined cycle
13.5 l/100 km
13.5 l/100 km
10.9 l/100 km
10.7 l/100 km
Fuel Consumption Data - Diesel Model
The fuel consumption values shown (litres per 100 km) were established based on homologation tests prescribed by
following European Directives: Directives EC 715/2007 and EC 692/2008.
Urban cycle
8.2 l/100 km
Extra urban cycle
6.6 l/100 km
Combined cycle
7.2 l/100 km
Exhaust Emissions (for other Countries)
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NOTE:
The technical data, values and specifications in this Owner’s Manual are provided as guidance only. The vehicle specific
data can deviate from the information provided, for example, as a result of optional or special equipment ordered with
the vehicle, vehicle loads, and country specific measurement methods.
Exhaust Emission Data - Gasoline Models
The CO2 exhaust emission ratings shown (grams per km) were established based on homologation tests prescribed by
following European Directives: Directives EC 715/2007 and EC 692/2008.
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Features and Specifications
Levante TROFEO
Levante GTS
Levante S
Levante
Urban cycle
435 g/km
435 g/km
348 g/km
343 g/km
Extra urban cycle
243 g/km
243 g/km
199 g/km
194 g/km
Combined cycle
313 g/km
313 g/km
253 g/km
249 g/km
Exhaust Emission Data - Diesel Model
The CO2 exhaust emission ratings shown (grams per km) were established based on homologation tests prescribed by
following European Directives: Directives EC 715/2007 and EC 692/2008.
Urban cycle
216 g/km
Extra urban cycle
174 g/km
Combined cycle
189 g/km
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Features and Specifications
Technical Data
NOTE:
The technical data, values and specifications in this Owner’s Manual are provided as guidance only. The vehicle specific
data can vary from the information provided, for example, as a result of optional or special equipment ordered with the
vehicle, vehicle loads, and country specific measurement methods.
Engine Data - Gasoline Models
Data
Levante TROFEO
Levante GTS
Levante S
Levante
Cylinder number and position
8 - 90° V
8 - 90° V
6 - 60° V
6 - 60° V
Number of valves per cylinder
4
4
4
4
Bore x stroke
86.5 x 80.8 mm
86.5 x 80.8 mm
86.5 x 84.5 mm
86.5 x 84.5 mm
Total displacement
3799 cu.cm
3799 cu.cm
2979 cu.cm
2979 cu.cm
Compression ratio
9.44 : 1
9.44 : 1
9.7 : 1
9.7 : 1
(*) 441 kW – 591 CV
6250 rpm
(*) 404 kW – 550 CV
6000 rpm
427 kW – 580 CV
6750 rpm
390 kW – 530 CV
6000 rpm
316 kW – 430 CV
5750 rpm
257 kW – 350 CV
5750 rpm
730 Nm – 74 kgm
2250 – 5500 rpm
730 Nm – 74 kgm
2250 – 5500 rpm
580 Nm – 59 kgm
2000 – 4750 rpm
500 Nm – 51 kgm
1750 – 4750 rpm
Maximum power output (EC)
- corresponding RPM
Peak and overboost torque (EC)
- corresponding RPM
Values obtained with 98 RON unleaded gasoline.
(*) These values refer to cars equipped with exhaust system without GPF.
Engine Properties
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Timing
The timing system uses two overhead camshafts with timing variator.
Timing system control
Timing chain.
Supply
Turbocharged with turbocompressor and related intercooler for each bank.
Features and Specifications
Injection – Ignition
High-pressure (200 bar) direct fuel injection system. Static ignition with digital electronic control
system included and controlled by a single microprocessor ECU.
Engine Data - Diesel Model
Data
Levante Diesel
Cylinder number and position
6 - 60° V
Number of valves per cylinder
4
Bore x stroke
83 x 92 mm
Total displacement
2987 cu.cm
Compression ratio
16.5 : 1
Maximum power output (EC)
- corresponding RPM
202 kW – 275 CV (**)
4000 rpm
600 Nm – 61.2 kgm
2000 – 2600 rpm
Peak torque (EC)
- corresponding RPM
(**) 184 kW – 250 CV for Italian market only.
Engine Properties
Timing
The timing system uses two overhead camshafts.
Timing system control
Timing chain.
Supply
Turbocharged with turbocompressor and related intercooler for each bank.
Injection – Ignition
Common-Rail direct-injection with reduced dwell time-injectors.
It features sequential multiple injections with pilot and post injection to deliver highly
responsive performance as well as clean raw emissions, assisted by a sophisticated exhaust gas
recirculation system.
The max injection pressure of the common rail system is 2000 bar.
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Brakes
Self-ventilating disc brakes on the four wheels. The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) acts on the rear wheels.
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Features and Specifications
Braking System
Performance Dual Cast
(optional only on Levante GTS
and TROFEO)
Dual Cast
Base
Front disc diameter
Drilled disc: 380 mm (15 in)
Drilled disc: 380 mm (15 in)
345 mm (13.6 in)
Rear disc diameter
Drilled disc: 345 mm (13.6 in)
Drilled disc: 330 mm (13 in)
330 mm (13 in)
Transmission
Automatic transmission with 8 gears, torque converter, lock-up clutch and anti-slip function. Sequential and traditional
control type.
AWD type transmission with central torque transfer case electronically controlled.
Traction system equipped with rear self-locking differential.
Suspension
Front suspensions with double wishbone independent wheels.
Multilink system rear suspensions on independent wheels.
The air suspension system features air spring units at both axles and a closed air supply unit.
Steering
Electric Power Steering (EPS) system, axis parallel type.
Steering diameter = 12.55 m (13.72 yd).
No. of steering wheel turns = 1.41 (to the left and right).
Wheels
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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.
• In case of staggered tires, front and rear rims cannot be swapped.
• Only 19” rear tires can be equipped with special chain with front anchorage. Snow chains cannot be used (all tires).
Features and Specifications
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!
• When using all season tires at speeds above 120 km/h (75 mph), refer to chapter "Tire Inflation Pressure" in this section,
or to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for recommended safe operating speeds.
• When using all season tires at speed higher than 120 km/h (75 mph), increase the tire inflation pressure (refer to
“FLC/High Speed" data in "Tire Inflation Pressure" chapter of this section). Do not exceed speed higher than the tire
speed rating.
Standard Wheel Dimension - Gasoline Models
Allowed tires size
Levante (Basic version)
Levante (GranLusso)
Levante (GranSport)
Light alloy rims
18” x 8J (front and rear)
19” x 8,5J (front and rear)
20” x 9J (front and rear)
- Front tires
255/60 R18 108W
265/50 R19 110Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
- Rear tires
255/60 R18 108W
265/50 R19 110Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
Spare rim
18” x 6JB
- Spare tire
195/75 18 106P
Allowed tires size
Levante S (Basic version - GranLusso)
Levante S (GranSport)
Light alloy rims
19” x 8,5J (front)
19” x 10,5J (rear)
20” x 9J (front)
20” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
265/50 R19 110Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
- Rear tires
295/45 R19 113Y
Spare rim
- Spare tire
295/40 ZR20 106Y
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18” x 6JB
195/75 18 106P
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Features and Specifications
Allowed tires size
Levante TROFEO
Levante GTS
Light alloy rims
21” x 9J (front)
21” x 10,5J (rear)
20” x 9J (front)
20” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
- Rear tires
295/35 ZR21 103Y
295/40 ZR20 106Y
Spare rim
18” x 6JB
- Spare tire
195/75 18 106P
Optional Wheel Dimension - Gasoline Models
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Allowed tires size
Levante (Basic version)
Levante (GranLusso)
Levante (GranSport)
Light alloy rims
18” x 8J (front and rear)
18” x 8J (front and rear)
- Front tires
(Standard tire)
255/60 R18 108W
- Rear tires
(Standard tire)
255/60 R18 108W
- Front tires - All season
255/60 R18 108W M+S
255/60 R18 108W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
255/60 R18 108W M+S
255/60 R18 108W M+S
Light alloy rims
19” x 8,5J (front and rear)
19” x 8,5J (front and rear)
19” x 8,5J (front and rear)
- Front tires
265/50 R19 110Y
(Standard tire)
265/50 R19 110Y
- Rear tires
265/50 R19 110Y
(Standard tire)
265/50 R19 110Y
- Front tires - All season
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
Light alloy rims
19" x 8,5J (front)
19” x 10,5J (rear)
19" x 8,5J (front)
19” x 10,5J (rear)
19" x 8,5J (front)
19” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
265/50 R19 110Y
265/50 R19 110Y
265/50 R19 110Y
- Rear tires
295/45 R19 113Y
295/45 R19 113Y
295/45 R19 113Y
- Front tires - All season
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
Features and Specifications
Allowed tires size
Levante (Basic version)
Levante (GranLusso)
Levante (GranSport)
- Rear tires - All season
295/45 R19 113W M+S
295/45 R19 113W M+S
295/45 R19 113W M+S
Light alloy rims
20” x 9J (front and rear)
20” x 9J (front and rear)
20” x 9J (front and rear)
- Front tires
265/45 ZR20 104Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
(Standard tire)
- Rear tires
265/45 ZR20 104Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
(Standard tire)
- Front tires - All season
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
Light alloy rims
20” x 9J (front)
20” x 10,5J (rear)
20” x 9J (front)
20” x 10,5J (rear)
20” x 9J (front)
20” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
265/45 ZR20 104Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
- Rear tires
295/40 ZR20 106Y
295/40 ZR20 106Y
295/40 ZR20 106Y
- Front tires - All season
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
295/40 R20 106W M+S
295/40 R20 106W M+S
295/40 R20 106W M+S
Light alloy rims
21” x 9J (front and rear)
21” x 9J (front and rear)
21” x 9J (front and rear)
- Front tires
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
- Rear tires
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
- Front tires - All season
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
Light alloy rims
21” x 9J (front)
21” x 10,5J (rear)
21” x 9J (front)
21” x 10,5J (rear)
21” x 9J (front)
21” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
- Rear tires
295/35 ZR21 103Y
295/35 ZR21 103Y
295/35 ZR21 103Y
- Front tires - All season
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
295/35 R21 107W M+S
295/35 R21 107W M+S
295/35 R21 107W M+S
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Allowed tires size
Levante S (Basic version - GranLusso)
Levante S (GranSport)
Light alloy rims
19” x 8,5J (front)
19” x 10,5J (rear)
19” x 8,5J (front)
19” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
(Standard tire)
265/50 R19 110Y
- Rear tires
(Standard tire)
295/45 R19 113Y
- Front tires - All season
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
295/45 R19 113W M+S
295/45 R19 113W M+S
Light alloy rims
20” x 9J (front)
20” x 10,5J (rear)
20” x 9J (front)
20” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
265/45 ZR20 104Y
(Standard tire)
- Rear tires
295/40 ZR20 106Y
(Standard tire)
- Front tires - All season
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
295/40 R20 106W M+S
295/40 R20 106W M+S
Light alloy rims
21” x 9J (front)
21” x 10,5J (rear)
21” x 9J (front)
21” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
- Rear tires
295/35 ZR21 103Y
295/35 ZR21 103Y
- Front tires - All season
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
295/35 R21 107W M+S
295/35 R21 107W M+S
Allowed tires size
Levante TROFEO
Levante GTS
Light alloy rims
20" x 9J (front)
20” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
(Standard tire)
- Rear tires
(Standard tire)
Features and Specifications
Allowed tires size
Levante TROFEO
Levante GTS
Light alloy rims
21” x 9J (front)
21” x 10,5J (rear)
21” x 9J (front)
21” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
(Standard tire)
265/40 ZR21 101Y
- Rear tires
(Standard tire)
295/35 ZR21 103Y
Light alloy rims
22” x 9J (front)
22” x 10,5J (rear)
22” x 9J (front)
22” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
265/35 ZR22 102Y
265/35 ZR22 102Y
- Rear tires
295/30 ZR22 103Y
295/30 ZR22 103Y
Standard Wheel Dimension - Gasoline Models (Australia market)
Allowed tires size
Levante (Basic version - GranLusso)
Levante (GranSport)
Light alloy rims
19” x 8,5J (front and rear)
20” x 9J (front and rear)
- Front tires
265/50 R19 110Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
- Rear tires
265/50 R19 110Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
Spare rim
18” x 6JB
- Spare tire
195/75 18 106P
Allowed tires size
Levante S (Basic version - GranLusso)
Levante S (GranSport)
Light alloy rims
19” x 8,5J (front)
19” x 10,5J (rear)
20” x 9J (front)
20” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
265/50 R19 110Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
- Rear tires
295/45 R19 113Y
295/40 ZR20 106Y
Spare rim
- Spare tire
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18” x 6JB
195/75 18 106P
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Optional Wheel Dimension - Gasoline Models (Australia market)
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Allowed tires size
Levante (Basic version - GranLusso)
Levante (GranSport)
Light alloy rims
19” x 8,5J (front and rear)
19” x 8,5J (front and rear)
- Front tires
(Standard tire)
265/50 R19 110Y
- Rear tires
(Standard tire)
265/50 R19 110Y
- Front tires - All season
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
Light alloy rims
20” x 9J (front and rear)
20” x 9J (front and rear)
- Front tires
265/45 ZR20 104Y
(Standard tire)
- Rear tires
265/45 ZR20 104Y
(Standard tire)
- Front tires - All season
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
Light alloy rims
21” x 9J (front and rear)
21” x 9J (front and rear)
- Front tires
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
- Rear tires
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
- Front tires - All season
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
Allowed tires size
Levante S (Basic version - GranLusso)
Levante S (GranSport)
Light alloy rims
19” x 8,5J (front)
19” x 10,5J (rear)
19” x 8,5J (front)
19” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
(Standard tire)
265/50 R19 110Y
- Rear tires
(Standard tire)
295/45 R19 113Y
- Front tires - All season
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
295/45 R19 113W M+S
295/45 R19 113W M+S
Features and Specifications
Allowed tires size
Levante S (Basic version - GranLusso)
Levante S (GranSport)
Light alloy rims
20” x 9J (front)
20” x 10,5J (Rear)
20” x 9J (front)
20” x 10,5J (Rear)
- Front tires
265/45 ZR20 104Y
(Standard tire)
- Rear tires
295/40 ZR20 106Y
(Standard tire)
- Front tires - All season
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
295/40 R20 106W M+S
295/40 R20 106W M+S
Light alloy rims
21” x 9J (front)
21” x 10,5J (rear)
21” x 9J (front)
21” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
- Rear tires
295/35 ZR21 103Y
295/35 ZR21 103Y
- Front tires - All season
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
295/35 R21 107W M+S
295/35 R21 107W M+S
Standard Wheel Dimension - Diesel Model
Allowed tires size
Levante (Basic version)
Levante (GranLusso)
Levante (GranSport)
Light alloy rims
18” x 8J (front and rear)
19” x 8,5J (front and rear)
20” x 9J (front and rear)
- Front tires
255/60 R18 108W
265/50 R19 110Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
- Rear tires
255/60 R18 108W
265/50 R19 110Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
Spare rim
18” x 6JB
- Spare tire
195/75 18 106P
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Optional Wheel Dimension - Diesel Model
Allowed tires size
Levante (Basic version)
Levante (GranLusso)
Light alloy rims
18” x 8J (front and rear)
18” x 8J (front and rear)
- Front tires
(Standard tire)
255/60 R18 108W
Levante (GranSport)
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Features and Specifications
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Allowed tires size
Levante (Basic version)
Levante (GranLusso)
Levante (GranSport)
- Rear tires
(Standard tire)
255/60 R18 108W
- Front tires - All season
255/60 R18 108W M+S
255/60 R18 108W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
255/60 R18 108W M+S
255/60 R18 108W M+S
Light alloy rims
19” x 8,5J (front and rear)
19” x 8,5J (front and rear)
19” x 8,5J (front and rear)
- Front tires
265/50 R19 110Y
(Standard tire)
265/50 R19 110Y
- Rear tires
265/50 R19 110Y
(Standard tire)
265/50 R19 110Y
- Front tires - All season
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
Light alloy rims
(*) 19” x 8,5J (front)
(*) 19” x 10,5J (rear)
(*) 19” x 8,5J (front)
(*) 19” x 10,5J (rear)
(*) 19” x 8,5J (front)
(*) 19” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
265/50 R19 110Y
265/50 R19 110Y
265/50 R19 110Y
- Rear tires
295/45 R19 113Y
295/45 R19 113Y
295/45 R19 113Y
- Front tires - All season
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
295/45 R19 113W M+S
295/45 R19 113W M+S
295/45 R19 113W M+S
Light alloy rims
20” x 9J (front and rear)
20” x 9J (front and rear)
20” x 9J (front and rear)
- Front tires
265/45 ZR20 104Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
(Standard tire)
- Rear tires
265/45 ZR20 104Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
(Standard tire)
- Front tires - All season
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
Light alloy rims
(*) 20” x 9J (front)
(*) 20” x 10,5J (rear)
(*) 20” x 9J (front)
(*) 20” x 10,5J (rear)
(*) 20” x 9J (front)
(*) 20” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
265/45 ZR20 104Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
- Rear tires
295/40 ZR20 106Y
295/40 ZR20 106Y
295/40 ZR20 106Y
Features and Specifications
Allowed tires size
Levante (Basic version)
Levante (GranLusso)
Levante (GranSport)
- Front tires - All season
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
295/40 R20 106W M+S
295/40 R20 106W M+S
295/40 R20 106W M+S
Light alloy rims
21” x 9J (front and rear)
21” x 9J (front and rear)
21” x 9J (front and rear)
- Front tires
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
- Rear tires
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
- Front tires - All season
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
Light alloy rims
(*) 21” x 9J (front)
(*) 21” x 10,5J (rear)
(*) 21” x 9J (front)
(*) 21” x 10,5J (rear)
(*) 21” x 9J (front)
(*) 21” x 10,5J (rear)
- Front tires
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
- Rear tires
295/35 ZR21 103Y
295/35 ZR21 103Y
295/35 ZR21 103Y
- Front tires - All season
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
295/35 R21 107W M+S
295/35 R21 107W M+S
295/35 R21 107W M+S
(*) Not available for the India market.
Standard Wheel Dimension - Diesel Model (Australia market)
Allowed tires size
Levante (Basic version - GranLusso)
Levante (GranSport)
Light alloy rims
19” x 8,5J (front and rear)
20” x 9J (front and rear)
- Front tires
265/50 R19 110Y
265/45 ZR20 104Y
- Rear tires
265/50 R19 110Y
Spare rim
- Spare tire
265/45 ZR20 104Y
18” x 6JB
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195/75 18 106P
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Features and Specifications
Optional Wheel Dimension - Diesel Model (Australia market)
Allowed tires size
Levante (Basic version - GranLusso)
Levante (GranSport)
Light alloy rims
19” x 8,5J (front and rear)
19” x 8,5J (front and rear)
- Front tires
(Standard tire)
265/50 R19 110Y
- Rear tires
(Standard tire)
265/50 R19 110Y
- Front tires - All season
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
265/50 R19 110W M+S
265/50 R19 110W M+S
Light alloy rims
20” x 9J (front and rear)
20” x 9J (front and rear)
- Front tires
265/45 ZR20 104Y
(Standard tire)
- Rear tires
265/45 ZR20 104Y
(Standard tire)
- Front tires - All season
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
265/45 R20 104W M+S
265/45 R20 104W M+S
Light alloy rims
21” x 9J (front and rear)
21” x 9J (front and rear)
- Front tires
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
- Rear tires
265/40 ZR21 101Y
265/40 ZR21 101Y
- Front tires - All season
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
- Rear tires - All season
265/40 R21 105W M+S
265/40 R21 105W M+S
Performance
Performance Data - Gasoline Models
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NOTE:
The specifications described can change without prior notification.
Maximum speed
438
Levante TROFEO
Levante GTS
Levante S
Levante
304 km/h (189 mph)
292 km/h (181 mph)
264 km/h (164 mph)
251 km/h (156 mph)
Features and Specifications
Accelerations from 0 to
100 km/h
Levante TROFEO
Levante GTS
Levante S
Levante
3.9 seconds
4.0 seconds
5.2 seconds
6.0 seconds
Values obtained with 98 RON unleaded gasoline.
Performance Data - Diesel Model
NOTE:
The specifications described can change without prior notification.
Maximum speed
230 km/h (143 mph)
(*) 225 km/h (140 mph)
Accelerations from 0 to 100 km/h
6.9 seconds
(*) 7.3 seconds
(*) For 184 kW – 250 CV version only.
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Features and Specifications
Weights
Weight Data - Gasoline Models
NOTE:
The specifications described can change without prior notification.
Levante TROFEO - GTS
Levante S - Levante
2170 kg / 4784 lb (*)
2109 kg / 4650 lb (*)
2825 kg / 6228 lb
(1330 kg / 2932 lb front axle - 1495
kg / 3296 lb rear axle)
2780 kg / 6129 lb
(1285 kg / 2833 lb front axle - 1495
kg / 3296 lb rear axle)
Unladen vehicle weight (with tanks filled,
tools and accessories)
Approved Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR)
Maximum load on the roof rails
80 kg / 176 lb
(*) Base configuration without optionals.
Weight Data - Diesel Models
NOTE:
The specifications described can change without prior notification.
Unladen vehicle weight (with tanks filled, tools and
accessories)
Approved Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
2205 kg / 4861 lb (*)
2900 kg / 6393 lb
(1350 kg / 2976 lb front axle – 1550 kg / 3417 lb rear axle)
Maximum load on the roof rails
(*) Base configuration without optionals.
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Trailer Towing Weights
NOTE:
• On the TROFEO version you can not install the trailer tongue.
• The specifications described can change without prior notification.
440
80 kg (176 lb)
Features and Specifications
• Follow trailer manufacturer recommendations, never exceed trailer tow weights provided.
• On vehicles of Australia market the trailer towing weights are also indicated inside the driver’s door on the rear lower
corner.
Towable loads: trailer with brakes
2700 kg (5952 lb)
(GTS: 1500 kg / 3306 lb)
Towable loads: trailer without brakes
750 kg (1653 lb)
Maximum load on tow hitch (trailer with brakes)
108 kg (238 lb)
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Features and Specifications
Dimensions
Wheel base
Overall length
Overall width without mirrors
Overall width with mirrors
1981 mm (77.9 in)
2158 mm (85 in)
1637 mm (64.4 in)
Rear track
1699 mm (66.8 in)
Front overhang
967 mm (38 in) - GTS/TROFEO version: 975 mm (38.3 in)
Rear overhang
1034 mm (40.7 in) - GTS/TROFEO version: 1041 mm (40.9 in)
Overall height (*)
1696 mm (66.7 in) - GTS/TROFEO version: 1698 mm (66.8 in)
205 mm (8 in)
Boot compartment volume
422 l (93 UK gal)
Cargo area length
1040 mm (41 in)
Cargo area length with rear seatbacks folded down
Cargo area width
(*) In “Normal” ride height and with standard rims and tires.
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5005 mm (197 in) - GTS/TROFEO version: 5020 mm (197.6
in)
Front track
Ground clearance (*)
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3004 mm (118.2 in)
2027-1803 mm (79.8-71 in)
1186-1002 mm (46.7-39.5 in)
Features and Specifications
Tire Inflation Pressure
NOTE:
• For more information about the pressure check methods, see “Tires – General Information” in section “Driving”.
• On vehicles of some markets the tire inflation pressure values are also indicated on the driver's side rear door pillar.
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 potholes can cause damage that result 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.
• 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.
• Do not drive a vehicle loaded to the maximum capacity at continuous speeds above 120 km/h (75 mph).
Cold tire inflation pressure value under the following loading conditions listed in the table below:
• PLC (Partial Loading Condition): considering 2 passengers + luggage. The recommended tire inflation pressure for all
motorization models are:
- front tire is 230 kPa (2,3 bar - 33 psi);
- rear tire is 250 kPa (2,5 bar - 36 psi).
• CC (Comfort Condition): not more than 130 km/h (80 mph). The recommended tire inflation pressure for all motorization
models are:
- front tire is 200 kPa (2,0 bar - 29 psi);
- rear tire is 220 kPa (2,2 bar - 32 psi).
• FLC (Full Loading Condition): considering 4 or 5 passengers + luggage. See table below:
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Features and Specifications
Wheel size: All V6 Engines/Versions
FLC /High
Speed
Summer Tires
All Season
Tires
20" (All-round
Fitment)
18" and 19"
Front Wheel
Rear Wheel
20" (Staggered
Tires)
21" (Staggered
Tires)
250 kPa (2,5 bar - 36 psi)
270 kPa (2,7 bar - 39 psi)
270 kPa (2,7 bar - 39 psi)
310 kPa (3,1 bar - 45 psi)
Front Wheel
250 kPa
(2,5 bar - 36 psi)
Rear Wheel
290 kPa
(2,9 bar - 42 psi)
270 kPa (2,7 bar - 39 psi)
310 kPa
(3,1 bar - 45 psi)
290 kPa
(2,9 bar - 42 psi)
Wheel size: V8 Engine
GTS Version
FLC /High
Speed
21" (All-round
Fitment)
290 kPa (2,9 bar - 42 psi)
340 kPa
(3,4 bar - 49 psi)
320 kPa
(3,2 bar - 46 psi)
Wheel size: V8 Engine
TROFEO Version
20"
21"
22"
21"
22"
Front Wheel
250 kPa
(2,5 bar - 36 psi)
270 kPa
(2,7 bar - 39 psi)
320 kPa
(3,2 bar - 46 psi)
320 kPa
(3,2 bar - 46 psi)
320 kPa
(3,2 bar - 46 psi)
Rear Wheel
270 kPa
(2,7 bar - 39 psi)
310 kPa
(3,1 bar - 45 psi)
340 kPa
(3,4 bar - 49 psi)
340 kPa
(3,4 bar - 49 psi)
340 kPa
(3,4 bar - 49 psi)
Summer Tires
• For the compact spare wheel, please consider a tire inflation pressure of 350 kPa (3,5 bar - 51 psi). Do not exceed 80 km/h
(50 mph).
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Index
Index
Abbreviations
..............
Active Blind Spot Assist - ABSA . .
ABSA Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radar Device - Regulatory
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RCP - Rear Cross Path
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speed Range of Use . . . . . . . .
System Availability . . . . . . . . .
System in Faulty . . . . . . . . . . .
System Limitation . . . . . . . . .
System Temporarily
Unavailable . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adaptive Cruise Control - ACC . .
ACC Controls and Activation
Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ACC Operation Before and
During Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ACC Preview . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Activation/Deactivation . . . . .
ADAS Equipments . . . . . . . . .
Changing Speed Setting . . . . .
Conditions for Disabling and
Deactivation . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display Warnings and
Maintenance of ACC and FCW
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Displayed Information . . . . . .
Driver Override . . . . . . . . . . .
Overtake Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.. 7
306
307
309
308
306
306
308
307
308
282
284
289
282
285
282
286
287
289
283
286
288
Precautions while Driving with
ACC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radar Device - Regulatory
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Resuming Speed . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the ACC Gap . . . . . . .
Setting the Speed . . . . . . . . .
Speed Range of Use . . . . . . . .
Temporary Deactivation . . . . .
Adding Reducing Agent AdBlue®
(Diesel only)
How To Top Up AdBlue® Level
Yourself . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Important Warnings if You Top
Up AdBlue® Level Yourself . . .
Specifications of Reducing
Agent AdBlue® . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding Reducing Agent
AdBlue®(Diesel only) . . . . . . .
Adjustable Pedals . . . . . . . . . . .
Air bag
Air bag Deployment Result . . . .
Air Conditioning Controls . . . . . .
A/C Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic Temperature
Control (ATC) . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dual Zone Climate Control
Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dual-zone Climate Controls . .
Four-Zone Climate Controls . .
Operating Tips . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air Conditioning Distribution . . .
Adjustable Air Vents . . . . . . .
291
292
287
287
286
285
287
335
335
334
334
103
61
211
221
217
216
212
218
220
147
149
Fixed Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . .
Air Conditioning System
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Analog Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio Controls on Central
Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio Controls.
Steering Wheel Audio
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic System . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High Premium System . . . . . .
Premium System . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic Start&Stop System . . .
Automatic Restarting of the
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Occupant Safety Function . . . .
Start&Stop Deactivated . . . . .
Start&Stop Function
Disabling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Start&Stop Not Active . . . . . .
Start&Stop System Failure . . . .
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . .
Automatic Transmission
Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic Transmission
Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Shift Lever . . . . . . . . .
Transmission Malfunction and
Overheating Conditions . . . . .
149
405
211
190
190
190
191
191
192
191
228
230
230
229
230
229
232
232
233
236
235
240
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Index
Auxiliary Jump-Start Procedure . .
Battery Remote Posts Position Diesel Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Remote Posts Position Gasoline Engines . . . . . . . . . .
Jump-Start Procedure - Diesel
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump-Start Procedure Gasoline Engines . . . . . . . . . .
AWD, All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . .
364
241
Battery Statement . . . . . . . . . . .
414
Battery Statement Status of
Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintaining Battery
Charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Blind Spot Assist - BSA . . . . . . . .
BSA and RCP Setting . . . . . . .
BSA System Operation . . . . . .
Radar Device - Regulatory
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RCP - Rear Cross Path . . . . . . .
Bodywork Maintenance and Care
Pre-Short Drop Function . . . . .
Protection from Atmospheric
Agents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Useful Advice to Keep
the Bodywork in Good
Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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362
305
303
408
411
Brake and Stability
Control System . . . . . . 269, 271, 273
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
and Electronic Brake-force
Distribution (EBD) . . . . . . . . . 270
Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . 272
Roll-Over Mitigation (ROM) . . 272
Traction Control System
(TCS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Trailer Sway Mitigation
(TSM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Brake Pads and Brake Discs
New Brake Pads and/or Brake
Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 403
Boot Compartment Light . . . . 405
Light Clusters Bulbs
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405
Lights Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403
Number Plate Lights . . . . . . . . 405
Passenger Compartment
Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . 405
408
Cargo Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.
.
.
132
135
136
136
.
137
.
134
363
363
365
414
414
301
304
301
408
Accessories Compartment . . .
Boot Compartment Cover . . .
Cargo Area Extension . . . . . .
Installing the Cargo Net for
Cargo Area . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loading with Rear Seatbacks
Folded Down . . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage Fasteners and
Retainers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Ski and Snowboard Bag
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Vehicle Load Carrying
Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132
Child Restraint Systems . . . . . . . . . 64
Group 0 and 0+ Child Restraint
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Group 1 Child Restraint
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Group 2 Child Restraint
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Group 3 Child Restraint
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Installing an Isofix Universal
Child Restraint System . . . . . . . 69
Installing Child Restraint Systems
using the Vehicle Seat Belt
equipped with ALR . . . . . . . . . 68
Isofix Child Restraint System
Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Maserati Recommended Child
Restraint Systems for this
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Some Tips on getting the most
out of your Child Restraint . . . . 66
Suitability of Passenger Seats
for Isofix Child Restraint System
Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Suitability of Passenger Seats for
Universal Child Restraint System
Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Index
Console
Power Outlet Inside the Central
Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Consulting the manual . . . . . . . . . . 6
Cup Holders for Rear Passengers
AUX, USB and SD Memory Card
Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Dashboard Compartment
...
Privacy Lock Features . . . . .
Doors
Automatic Locking Doors . .
Doors Locking . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child-Protection Door Lock
System — Rear Doors . . . . .
Doors Manual Lock . . . . . .
Power Doors
Locking/Unlocking . . . . . . .
Soft Door Close System . . . .
Drive Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
"Launch Control" Mode
(TROFEO version only) . . . .
Controls Preview . . . . . . . .
Setting Ride Height . . . . . .
Setting the Drive Mode . . .
Driver Memory Seat . . . . . . . .
Easy Entry/Exit Seats . . . . . .
Memory Position Recall . . .
Memory Profiles Setting . . .
Pairing Remote Keyless
Entry Transmitter to Seats
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
..
..
208
208
. . . 30
. . . 29
. . . 30
. . . 29
. . . 30
. . . 31
. . 242
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258
242
255
243
96
98
97
97
. . . 97
Driving Conditions . . . . . . .
Before the Trip . . . . . . .
Driving at Night . . . . . . .
Driving in Fog . . . . . . . .
Driving in the Mountains
Driving in the Rain . . . . .
Driving on Snow or Ice . .
Driving through Flooded
Sections . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safe Driving . . . . . . . . . .
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331
331
331
332
333
332
333
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....
333
331
Electronic Cruise Control
......
Activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing Speed Setting . . . . .
Displayed Information . . . . . .
Driver Override . . . . . . . . . . .
Resume Speed . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting Desired Speed . . . . . .
Speed Range of Use . . . . . . . .
Temporary Deactivation . . . . .
Using Electronic Cruise Control
on Hill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency Release of the Parking
Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Overheating . . . . . . . . . .
279
280
281
280
281
281
280
280
281
Forward Collision Warning - FCW
292
Changing FCW Sensitivity and
Active Braking . . . . . . . . . . . .
FCW Operation . . . . . . . . . . .
FCW Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Limited Operation and Service
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
282
360
354
295
293
294
296
Pedestrian Emergency Braking
(PEB) System . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radar Device - Regulatory
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speed Range of Use . . . . . . . .
Freeing the Stuck Vehicle . . . . . .
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . .
Front Power Seats . . . . . . . . . .
Front Power/Manual Seats . . . .
Front Ventilated Seats . . . . . . .
Front to Back Roof Rails . . . . . . .
Fuel Consumption and Exhaust
Emission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust Emissions . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Consumption . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements of Diesel
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Requirements of Gasoline . . . .
Fuse Replacement
Fuse Box under the
Dashboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Integrated Power Module . . .
Position of Fuses . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Power Distribution
Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Used Fuses Characteristics . . . .
Fuses Replacement . . . . . . . . . . .
Hazard Warning Flashers
293
296
294
361
91
94
91
92
95
140
423
424
423
325
326
325
402
397
397
400
396
396
. . . . . . 352
9
447
Index
Highway Assist – HAS . . . . . . . . .
Hands Detection on Steering
Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HAS Disengage . . . . . . . . . . .
HAS Monitoring on Instrument
Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HAS Operation . . . . . . . . . . .
Radar Device - Regulatory
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speed Range of Use . . . . . . . .
System Cancellation . . . . . . . .
System Limitations . . . . . . . . .
System Statuses . . . . . . . . . . .
HomeLink® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before You Start Programming
HomeLink® . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio Frequency RKE
Transmitter - Regulatory
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System with Devices Provided
with Rolling Codes . . . . . . . . .
System with Devices Without
Rolling Code . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . .
Using HomeLink® . . . . . . . . . .
Illuminated Entry/Exit
9
448
309
312
313
311
310
314
310
313
313
312
143
144
146
146
144
145
146
146
. . . . . . . . . 22
Use of Light Switch for Vehicle
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Vehicle Lighting with
Open/Closed Doors . . . . . . . . . 23
In case of a Punctured Tire . . . . .
Using the Compact Spare
Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Tire Repair Kit . . . . . . .
In the Event of an Accident . . . .
Emergency Kit . . . . . . . . . . . .
First-Aid Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
In case of Injured Persons . . . .
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . .
Customising the Main Menu
Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Menu Bar on MTC+
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Controls and
Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Use the MTC+ Display as
Projection Device . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . .
TFT Display: Example to
modify the “Speed Warning”
status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TFT Display: Main and
Submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TFT Display: Main Menu
& Submenu Content
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TFT Display: Menus and
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TFT Display: Messages on Main
Display Area . . . . . . . . . . . . .
TFT Display: Warning/Indicator
Lights of Set
Modes/Functions . . . . . . . . . .
355
356
355
353
354
354
353
182
185
184
183
186
152
166
158
159
157
159
171
Warning and Indicator Light on
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning and Indicator Lights
on Speedometer . . . . . . . . . .
Interior Components . . . . . . . . . .
Central Console
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dashboard Components . . . . . .
Front Dome Console
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Doors Components . . . . .
Rear Doors Components . . . . . .
Interior Maintenance and Care . .
Leather Upholstery
Treatment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MTC+ Touch Screen . . . . . . . .
Parts in Premium Quality
Wood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interiors Features . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cup Holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric Power Outlets . . . . . .
Handholds and Cloth
Hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
iPad Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . .
iPod® Connection . . . . . . . . . .
Mesh Pockets . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Smoking Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Isofix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing an Isofix Universal
Child Restraint System. . . . . . . .
Isofix Universal Child Restraint
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
155
153
88
89
88
89
90
90
412
412
412
412
126
127
126
131
132
129
131
130
130
68
69
68
Index
Vehicle Isofix Positions Chart on
Passenger Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16
Key Fob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Keyless Ignition Device . . . . . . . 16
Shift Ignition Device to OFF
Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Lane Keeping Assist - LKA
..
Customised Settings . . . . .
Function Description and
Operating Mode . . . . . . .
Radar Device - Regulatory
Information . . . . . . . . . . .
Speed Range of Use . . . . .
System Availability . . . . . .
System in Fault . . . . . . . .
System Limitations . . . . . .
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
“Full-LED” Headlight with
AFS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic Headlights . . .
Automatic Headlights
Levelling . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic High Beam . . .
Bi-Xenon Headlight . . . . .
Cargo Lights . . . . . . . . . .
Daytime Running Lights
(DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dome Lights . . . . . . . . . .
Fog Lights . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hazard Warning Lights . . .
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296
297
...
298
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300
297
298
300
299
107
...
...
112
109
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120
113
110
121
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110
120
116
121
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Headlight Time Delay . . . . . . .
Headlight with AFS . . . . . . . .
Headlights On with Wipers . . .
High Beam with “Glare Free”
Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Integrated External Rear View
Mirror Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multifunction Lever . . . . . . . .
SmartBeam™ System . . . . . . .
Maintenance
Air bag System Maintenance . .
Maintenance Procedures . . . . . .
A/C Air Filter Replacement . . .
Body Lubrication . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Air Filters
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Fog Lights
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Level Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance Service
Components - Diesel
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance Service
Components - Gasoline
Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiper Maintenance and Blades
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance-Free Battery . . . . .
Battery Recharge . . . . . . . . . .
To Disconnect the Battery . . . .
109
111
109
115
122
119
107
117
110
61
377
389
392
389
392
383
382
379
390
393
395
393
To Reconnect the Battery . . .
Useful Advice to Extend
Battery Life . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MTC+ “Controls” Screen . . . . . .
Features Common to All
Configurations . . . . . . . . . . .
Features Specific for Vehicle
without ADAS . . . . . . . . . . .
Features Specific for Vehicles
with ADAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MTC+ Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auto-On Comfort & Remote
Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clear Personal Data . . . . . . .
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customer Programmable
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doors & Locks . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Off Options . . . . . . .
Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Phone/Bluetooth . . . . . . . . .
Radio Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restore Settings . . . . . . . . . .
Safety & Driving Assistant . . .
Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Voice Commands . . . . . . . . .
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394
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395
193
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193
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194
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194
196
204
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203
207
199
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196
198
202
203
201
205
206
207
200
204
199
199
Normal Starting of the Engine . .
226
228
227
“Panic Stop” Strategy . . . . . . .
Engine Start Failure . . . . . . . .
9
449
Index
Engine Turn Off . . . . . . . . . . .
Occupants Restraint Systems
228
. . . . 47
Enhanced Seat Belt Use
Reminder System (SBR) . . . . . . . 52
Passengers Seat Belts . . . . . . . . 50
Seat Belts and Pregnant
Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Seat Belts Pretensioners . . . . . . 52
Three-Point Seat Belt Untwisting
Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Three-Point Seat Belts . . . . . . . 48
Using Seat Belt in Automatic
Locking Retractor Mode
(ALR) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Off-road Drive . . . . . . . . . . 260, 262
After Driving Off-road . . . . . . 263
Driving in Mud and Sand . . . . 262
Driving in Snow and Wet
Grass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Driving Through Water . . . . . 261
Traction Downhill . . . . . . . . . 262
Warnings and Tips for Off-road
Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Open and Close the Hood . . . . . . . 46
Closing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Open and Close the Liftgate . . . . . 41
Liftgate Emergency Release . . . 46
Power Liftgate/Hands free . . . . 42
9
450
Park Assist
.................
Cleaning the Park Assist
Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Enabling and Disabling Park
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation with a Trailer . . . . . .
Park Assist Sensors . . . . . . . . . .
Park Assist System Usage
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Park Assist Volume . . . . . . . . . .
Park Assist Warning Messages
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service the Park Assist
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drive Away Inhibit strategy . .
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deactivating Automatic
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EPB Operation with
Overheated Brakes . . . . . . . . .
Failure Indication . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Engagement/
Disengagement . . . . . . . . . . .
Passive Entry System . . . . . . . . . . .
Manual Door Lock from
Outside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preventing Inadvertent Locking
of key fob RKE Transmitter
Inside the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . .
Radio Frequency RKE
Transmitter - Regulatory
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
75
79
78
80
75
79
79
76
78
267
268
264
265
266
266
264
32
34
33
35
Release the Liftgate and Enter
the Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Unlock Door from the Driver
Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Unlock Door from the Passenger
Side . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Phone and Voice Controls on
Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Phone Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
Siri Smart Personal
Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
Voice Commands . . . . . . . . . . 223
Power Sunroof with Sunshade
Closing and Opening the
Power Sunroof with RKE
Transmitter and Ignition
Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Ignition Off Operation . . . . . . 143
Inizialization Procedure . . . . . 142
Pinch Protect Feature . . . . . . . 142
Slide Opening Sunroof . . . . . . 142
Sunroof Maintenance . . . . . . . 143
Sunshade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Venting Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . 142
Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . . . 143
Power Sunroof with Sunshade
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Power Sunshades on Rear Door
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Auto-Down Feature . . . . . . . . . 36
Index
Auto-Up Feature with AntiPinch Protection . . . . . . . . .
Open and Close the Windows
and Sunroof with RKE
Transmitter and Ignition Off .
Rear Window and Sunshade
Lockout Button . . . . . . . . . .
Reset Auto-Up/Down . . . . . .
Wind Buffeting . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Parking Camera
. . 36
. . 37
. . 37
. . 36
. . 37
. . . . . . . . . . 80
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Rear Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Rear Head Restraints . . . . . . . . 99
Rear Seat Folding Seatback . . . . 98
Rear Side Heated Seats . . . . . . 100
Rear-View Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . 104
External Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Internal Rear-View Mirror . . . . 106
Refillings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 418
Refillings and Recommended
Products – Diesel Engine . . . . . 420
Refillings and Recommended
Products – Gasoline
Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 418
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Emergency Fuel Filler Door
Release . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Fuel Filler Neck Access . . . . . . 327
Refill the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . 328
Refill the Tank (Diesel
Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 329
Remote Start System . . . . . . . . . .
Auto-On Comfort with Remote
Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Remote Start Abort
Message on Instrument
Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to use Remote Start . . . . .
Radio Frequency RKE
Transmitter - Regulatory
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
To enter Remote Start Mode . .
To exit Remote Start Mode and
Drive the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . .
To exit Remote Start Mode
without Driving the Vehicle . . .
Requiring and Setting Additional
Key fobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Key fob Battery
Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio Frequency RKE
Transmitter - Regulatory
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restarting the Vehicle . . . . . . . .
Safety Tips
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Exhaust Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transporting Passengers . . . .
Vehicle Safety Checks . . . . . .
Scheduled Maintenance Service
Interval Running Coupons . .
Scheduled Maintenance
(Service) Indicator . . . . . . . .
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27
28
27
27
29
28
28
28
25
25
27
413
84
84
84
84
370
370
370
Scheduled Service Plan . . . . . . . . 371
Exhaust Gas After-treatment
System Strategies (Diesel
only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 376
Heavy-Duty Vehicle Use . . . . . 376
Main Operations/Service
Coupons - Diesel Engine . . . . . 374
Main Operations/Service
Coupons - Gasoline Engines . . 372
On Board Diagnostic
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 376
Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . 376
Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 377
Sentry Key® Immobilizer System . . 18
Radio Frequency RKE
Transmitter - Regulatory
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Replacement Key fobs . . . . . . . 19
Service and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Spare Parts Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Genuine Accessories . . . . . . . . . . 9
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 101
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . 102
Manual Adjustment . . . . . . . . 101
Power Adjustment . . . . . . . . . 101
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) — Air Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Advanced Front Air bag
Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Air bag Deployment Sensors and
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Air bag System Components . . . 54
9
451
Index
Passenger’s Air bag
Deactivation . . . . . . . . . . .
Supplemental Air bags . . . .
Transport of persons with
disability . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Surround View Camera System
System components . . . . . .
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Danger Symbols . . . . . . . . .
Symbols of Prohibitions and
Compulsory Measures . . . .
Warning Symbols . . . . . . . .
Technical Data
9
452
. . . 62
. . . 58
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63
81
81
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. . . 10
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Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Data - Diesel Model . .
Engine Data - Gasoline
Models . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire Inflation Pressure . . . . . . . .
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Premium System . . . . . . . . . .
Radio Frequency Transmitter Regulatory Information . . . . .
TPMS Deactivation . . . . . . . . .
426
427
442
427
426
438
428
428
428
440
428
443
321
322
325
324
Tires - General Information . . . . .
Compact Spare Tire . . . . . . . .
Pneumatic Suspension Mode
for Wheel Change . . . . . . . . .
Replacement Tires . . . . . . . . .
Snow Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire Pressure Checkup . . . . . .
Tire Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tires Durability . . . . . . . . . . .
Tread Wear Indicators . . . . . .
Tool Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing a Disabled Vehicle . . . . .
Manual Release of
Transmission with Low
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Use the Tow Hook Included in
the Tool Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Towing Conditions . . .
Traffic Sign Assist – TSA . . . . . . .
Customised Settings . . . . . . . .
Signs Monitoring on
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . .
System Limitations . . . . . . . . .
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Arranging Load on Trailer . . .
Field of Vision of External Rear
View Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Trailer
Tongue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire Pressure Adjustment . . . .
Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trailer Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . .
316
320
320
317
319
316
317
318
317
317
350
366
366
367
367
314
314
315
315
337
338
338
342
338
345
338
Trailer Tongue
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trailer Tongue Weight . . . . . .
Transmission Manual Release of P
(Park) Position . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transporting Pets . . . . . . . . . . . .
346
337
361
. 74
Unlock the Vehicle with Key fob
. 24
Unlatch the Liftgate . . . . . . . . . 25
Unlock the Doors, Fuel Filler
Door and Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . 25
Updating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Use of the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Breaking-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF)
(for versions/markets where
provided) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
On-Board Diagnostic
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Regenerate the Diesel
Particulate Filter (DPF) . . . . . . 278
While Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Using the Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Brake Overheating . . . . . . . . . 276
Brake Pads and Brake Discs . . . 276
Vehicle Identification Data
..
Warning and Identification
Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Identification Number
Vehicle Security Alarm . . . . . .
Arming the System . . . . . . .
Rearming the System . . . . .
. . . 12
...
...
...
...
...
12
12
19
20
20
Index
To disarm the System . . . . . . . . 21
Vehicle Stored for Long
Periods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 413
Warnings when Driving
......
Wheels Maintenance . . . . . . . . .
Tires Maintenance . . . . . . . . .
Wheel Rims Maintenance . . . .
Wipers and Washers . . . . . . . . . .
Headlights On with Windshield
Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rain Sensing Windshield
Wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Window
Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield Washer and
Headlight Washers . . . . . . . . .
Windshield Wipers . . . . . . . . .
Wipers Blades
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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406
406
407
122
124
123
125
125
123
124
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S.p.A. reserves the right to make modifications to this manual as well as to the technical contents, functions and
equipment of the vehicles delivered.
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