
Heavy-Duty Vehicle Use If the car is mainly used under one of
the following conditions:
• off-road;
• short, repeated journeys (less than
4–5 mi/7-8 km) 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.
CAUTION!
All maintenance operations for the
vehicle must be carried out by an
Authorized Maserati Dealer . 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 and the prescribed fluids.
Shall this not be the case, do not carry
any operation on your own and
contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer .
On Board Diagnostic System Your vehicle is equipped with a
sophisticated on board diagnostic
system called OBD II. 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 suited to
current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service,
the OBD II system will turn on the
Malfunction Indicator Light
on the
instrument cluster display (refer to
“Instrument Cluster” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”). The system stores as well
diagnostic codes and other
information to assist your service
technician by performing repairs.
Although the vehicle will be driveable
and will not need towing, contact an
Authorized Maserati Dealer for service
as soon as possible.
CAUTION!
• Prolonged driving with the 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 MIL
is flashing while the
engine is running, severe catalytic
converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service at
an Authorized Maserati Dealer is
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To Reconnect the Battery NOTE:
When the battery cables have been
disconnected and the trunk lid has
been locked, it is necessary to pull the
emergency release lever in order to
re-open it. To access the trunk and
operate the emergency release fold
one of the rear seatbacks (see “Cargo
Area” chapter in section
“Understanding the Vehicle”).
CAUTION!
• It is essential when replacing the
cables on the battery that the
positive cable is attached to the
positive post (+) and the negative
cable is attached to the negative
post (–).
• Cable clamps should be tight on the
terminal posts and free of corrosion.
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 boot lid, unlock it
with the key fob RKE transmitter and
then lock it manually one more time. If the vehicle is equipped with Power
Boot Lid/Hand Free, manually
perform the complete closure. Then
move the lid automatically, using the
buttons on the lid itself, performing
a complete cycle of opening and
closing.
• Initialize 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 initialize
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. CAUTION!
• Every time the battery is
reconnected, wait at least 30 seconds
with the ignition switch turned to
RUN before starting the engine, in
order to allow the electronic system
that manages the motor-driven
throttles to run a self-learning cycle.
At the same time, you can run the
date and time set up procedure for
the MTC+.
• Every time the battery is reconnected
the warning light
flash for about
10 seconds and then go off.
WARNING!
California Proposition 65
Operating, servicing and maintaining
a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle
can expose you to chemicals including
such as, engine exhaust, carbon
monoxide, phthalates and lead, that
which are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To
minimize exposure, avoid breathing
exhaust, do not idle the engine except
as necessary, service your vehicle in aMaintenance and Care
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• on the fuse and relay box located in
a covered area, behind the glove
compartment on the dashboard left
side.
Integrated Power Module • To access the module it is necessary
to lift the hood (see “Hood
Operation” in section “Before
Starting”).
• To access the fuses remove the
module cover unhooking the lateral
locks as shown in the picture. The table points out the position as
featured in the figure, 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. Type Function
2––
3––
4 Maxi – 30A Starter motor
relay input
5 Maxi – 40A ABS-ESP pump
feed
6 Maxi – 30A AWD module
(AWD version
only)
7––
8 Maxi – 40A ABS-ESP valve
feed
9––
10 – –
11 Mini – 20A Horn relay input
12 Mini – 10A AC compressor
feed relay input
13 – –
14 Mini – 7,5A Alarm siren
15 Mini – 10A Washer heated
nozzles relay
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Ref. Type Function
36 Mini – 30A PCM module
primary load
37 Mini – 15A Engine secondary
load
38 Mini – 15A Lambda sensor
39 Mini – 7,5A Flow meters,
tank lackage,
canister, exhaust
by-pass valve and
relay coil
48 – –
49 Mini – 10A Pedal brake
switch - TCM
module
50 Mini – 15A +30 PCM module
51 Mini – 30A Fuel pump relay
input
52 Mini – 5A Starter solenoid
signal for PCM
and voltage
stabilizer
53 Mini – 10A AWD module
(AWD version
only) Rear Power Distribution Center • To access the center it is necessary to
lift the ground coverage of the trunk
compartment and remove the access
cover (refer “Maintenance Free
Battery” in this section).
• To access the fuses, unhooking the
cover lock 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. The table points out the position as
featured in the figure, the type and
function of the fuses on the rear area
distribution control unit.
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 Sunroof module
7 Maxi – 30A Driver door
module
8 Maxi – 30A Passenger door
module
9 Maxi – 40A Start&Stop:
voltage stabilizer,
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Fuse Box under the Dashboard This box is located in an internal area
that can be accessed only by removing
the glove compartment on the
dashboard left side. Considering the
complexity of this operation, we
recommend having the fuses replaced
by an Authorized Maserati Dealer .
The table points out the position as
featured in the figure, the type and
function of the fuses in the box under
the dashboard.
Ref. Type Function
1 Mini – 7,5A Cluster module,
CSS, SGW, DSRC
(Japan version
only)
2 Mini – 15A Cluster module,
clock
3 Mini – 10A DSRC, DTV
system (Japan
version only)
4 Mini – 5A E-call
5 Mini – 5A Security Gateway
6 Mini – 25A Radio
7 Mini – 10A Column software
module, CSS,
USB auxiliary
port Ref. Type Function
8 Mini – 10A Start & Stop
switch,
diagnostic outlet
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• Rotate the bulb holder anti-clockwise
and extract it from the light cluster.
• Extract the bulb from the bulb
holder and replace it with a
corresponding one. NOTE:
• The light cluster has two centering
pins, during re-assembly they must
be inserted in their respective seats
on the body. In this phase use
particular attention to prevent that
the connecting cable remain pinched
between light cluster and body, as
this could cause electric interruption.
• To avoid damages to the light cluster,
do not fasten too much the two Torx
fastening screws.
Rear fog light
In order to replace the rear fog light
bulb, open the trunk lid and proceed
as follows:
• Remove the access cover by rotating
the unlock device anti-clockwise as
shown in the picture. • Rotate the bulb holder anti-clockwise
and extract it from the light cluster.
• Extract the bulb from the bulb
holder and replace it.
NOTE:
When refitting the access cover, insert
first the side tab in the trunk lid
opening indicated in the picture, and
then rotate the unlock device
clockwise.
License Plate Lights To replace the license plate light bulb
(C 5W):
• use a screwdriver positioned at the
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to clean the instrument cluster's
transparent dome, the MTC+ display,
the analog 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 an Authorized
Maserati Dealer which has the
required specific products.
Parts in Premium Quality Wood Remove any dirt with a damp cloth.
NOTE:
The Authorized Maserati Dealer can
provide you with any information
about the Maserati approved “Car
Care” products, available in the
“Genuine Accessories” range.
WARNING!
California Proposition 65
Operating, servicing and maintaining
a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle
can expose you to chemicals including such as, engine exhaust, carbon
monoxide, phthalates and lead, that
which are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To
minimize exposure, avoid breathing
exhaust, do not idle the engine except
as necessary, service your vehicle in a
well-ventilated area and wear gloves
or wash your hands frequently when
servicing your vehicle. For more
information go to:
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-
vehicle
MTC+ Touch Screen • Do NOT attach any object to the
touch screen, doing so can result in
damage to the touch screen.
• 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.
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Brakes Self-ventilating disc brakes on the four wheels. The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) acts on the rear wheels.
Braking System
Dual Cast Base
Front disc diameter 14 in (360 mm) 13.6 in (345 mm)
Rear disc diameter 13.6 in (345 mm) 13 in (330 mm)
Transmission ZF automatic transmission with 8 speeds, torque converter, lock-up clutch and anti-slip function.
Sequential and traditional control type.
Automatic transfer case (AWD version).
TRANSAXLE-type transmission.
Traction system equipped with rear self-locking differential.
Suspension Front suspensions with double wishbone independent wheels.
Multilink system rear suspensions on independent wheels.
Optional Skyhook active suspensions with electronic controlled dampening.
Steering Electric Power Steering (EPS) system, axis parallel type.
Steering diameter = 12.9 yd (11.8 m).
No. of steering wheel turns = 1.37 (to the left and right). Features and Specifications
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