2019 MASERATI GHIBLI service schedule

Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance Programs In some localities, it may be a legal
requirement to pass an inspection of
your vehicle's emissions control
system. Failure to pass could prevent
vehicle registration. For states that
require an Inspection and
Maintenance (I/M), this check verifies
the “Malfunction Indicator Light
”
is functioning and is not on when the
engine is running, and that the OBD II
system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be
ready. The OBD II system may not be
ready if your vehicle was recently
serviced, recently had a dead battery
or a battery replacement. If the OBD II
system should be determined not
ready for the I/M test, your vehicle
may fail the test.
To check if your vehicle's OBD II system
is ready, you must do the following: 1. Press the ignition device to the
RUN position, but do not crank or
start the engine.
2. As soon as you press the ignition
device to turn the engine On, you
will see the MIL remain
illuminated for 15 seconds, this is a
normal bulb check.
3. Approximately 15 seconds later,
one of two things will happen:
•
The MIL
will remain
illuminated and a message error
will appear on your instrument
cluster. This means that your
vehicle's OBD II system is not
ready and you should not
proceed to the I/M station.
•
The MIL
will turn Off. This
means that your vehicle's OBD II
system is ready and you can
proceed to the I/M station.
If your OBD II system is not ready, you
should see an Authorized Maserati
Dealer or repair facility. If your vehicle
was recently serviced or had a battery
failure or replacement, you may need
to do nothing more than drive your
vehicle as you normally would in order
for your OBD II system to update. A
recheck with the above test routine may then indicate that the system is
now ready.
Regardless of whether your vehicle's
OBD II system is ready or not, if the
MIL
is illuminated during normal
vehicle operation you should have
your vehicle serviced before going to
the I/M station. The I/M station can fail
your vehicle because the MIL
is on
with the engine running.
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.
Dealer Service An Authorized Maserati Dealer has
the qualified service personnel, special
tools, and equipment to perform all
service operations in an expert
manner. Service Manuals are available
which include detailed service
information for your vehicle. Refer to
these Service Manuals before
attempting any procedure yourself.Maintenance and Care
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Intentional tampering with emissions
control systems may void your
warranty and could result in civil
penalties.
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on
or around a motor vehicle. Take your
vehicle to an Authorized Maserati
Dealer.
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 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
“Hood Operation” 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
examined by an Authorized Maserati
Dealer or a qualified repair center.
• Your vehicle has been equipped with
improved fluids that protect the
performance and durability of your
vehicle and also allow extended maintenance intervals. Do not use
chemical flushes for washing as the
chemicals can damage your engine,
transmission, 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 the specified fluid for the
flushing procedure.Maintenance and Care
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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
Brake Fluid Level Check
Check
the fluid level immediately if
the brake system warning light
(USA) and the related message
turn on indicating a low level of brake
fluid.
• Remove the brake fluid reservoir
access cover. • 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
fluid level may be caused by a leak
too, and requires accurate checkup of
the braking system.
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.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir
can result in spilling brake fluid.
Brake fluid can also damage painted
and vinyl 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.
Adding Washer Fluid
The
reservoir on
the left side of the
engine compartment contains the
fluid to wash the windshield.
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.Maintenance and Care
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The fluid reservoir may contain nearly
3.7 Quarts (3.5 litres) of washer fluid.
• Remove the reservoir cap in the
engine compartment and lift the
filler neck.
• 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.
To prevent freeze-up of your
windshield 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.
NOTE:
The Authorized Maserati Dealer can
provide you with information about
the Maserati recommended
“Windshield Washer Fluid” with
antifreeze, available in the “Genuine
Accessories” catalog.
WARNING!
• Commercially available windshield
washer solvents are flammable. They
could ignite and burn you. Care must
be exercised when filling or when
working around the windshield
washer system.
• Do not drive with the windshield
washer reservoir empty: the action
of the washer is essential for improving visibility when driving.
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
Engine Oil Level Check
T
o assure
proper lubrication of your
vehicle's engine, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level.
If the
warning light illuminates
and the related message of low oil
level displays, or during scheduled
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Fluid Level Check for Coolant
Transmission System
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. Engine Air Filters Replacement Contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer to have the air filters replaced.
A/C Air Filter Replacement 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.
• Unsnap both ends and lift the filter
retaining cover. • Remove the used filter slipping it off
from within the air intake.
• 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).
• Close the filter retaining cover and
reinstall the access door.Maintenance and Care
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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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Hood Operation ..............54
HSA (Hill Start Assist) ......... .240
Identification Labels ............19
Illuminated Entry/Exit ...........30
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) .........26
Indicator Lights
Air Bag Warning Light .........83
TFT Display: Menus and Settings .150
TFT Display: Warning/Indicator
Lights of Set Modes/Functions. . .163
Warning and Indicator Lights on
Analog Instrument ......... .146
Infotainment System .......... .169
Infotelematic System
Main Menu Bar on MTC+
Display ................. .171
Manual Controls and Devices . . .170
Personalized the Main Menu Bar.172
Instrument Cluster ........... .146
Interior Components ...........92
Interior Maintenance and Care. . . .353
Interiors Features ............ .126
iPad Holder ................ .131
iPod Connection ............. .130
Jump Start Procedure ......... .314
KeyFob ....................25
Key Fob Battery Replacement ....34
Preventing Inadvertent Locking of
key fob RKE Transmitter Inside the
Vehicle ...................43 Replacement ...............27
Requiring and setting Additional
Key Fobs ..................34
Unlock the Vehicle with Key fob . .33
Keys .......................24
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) . . .261
Level Checks ............... .325
Adding Windshield ......... .327
Brake Fluid Level Check ...... .327
Engine Coolant Level Check . . . .325
Engine Oil Level Check ....... .325
Fluid Level Check for Coolant
Transmission System ........ .330
Transmission Oil Check ....... .329
Liftgate
Liftgate and Hood Ajar
Indicators ................ .166
Unlatch the Trunk Lid .........33
Lights .................... .110
Automatic Headlights ....... .112
Automatic High Beam ....... .114
Bi-Xenon Headlight ......... .113
Bulb Replacement .......... .344
Cargo Lamps ............. .121
Dome Lights .............. .120
DRL,
Daytime Running
Lights . . .113
Fog Lights ............... .115
Full-LED Headlight with Cornering
Function ................ .113
Headlight Time Delay ....... .112
High Beam and Flashing ..... .116
Interior Lights ............. .118 Light Switch .............. .110
Multifunction Lever ......... .115
Turn Signals .............. .116
Loading the Vehicle
Loading with Rear Seatbacks
Down .................. .134
Vehicle Load Carrying Capacity . .133
Main- and Submenu .......... .152
Maintenance ..................5
A/C System Maintenance ..... .348
Air Bag System Maintenance ....70
Bodywork Maintenance and
Care ................... .350
Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance Programs ...... .323
Interior Maintenance and Care . .353
Maintenance Procedures ..... .324
Periodic Maintenance ....... .321
Scheduled Maintenance Service .318
Scheduled Service Plan ....... .319
Wheels Maintenance ........ .349
Maserati Roadside Assistance
Program ...................16
Mesh Pockets ............... .131
Messages on Main Display Area . . .150
MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .147
Mirrors ................... .107
External Mirrors ........... .107
Folding Mirrors ............ .109
Integrated External Rearview Mirror
Lights .................. .122
Internal Rearview Mirror ..... .109Index
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Mirrors Positioning ......... .108
Rearview Mirrors .......... .107
Tilt Mirrors in Reverse ....... .108
MTC+ “Controls” Screen ....... .179
MTC+ Settings - Customer
Programmable Features ...... .183
Auto-On Comfort & Remote
Start ................... .190
Clear Personal Data ........ .193
Clock & Date ............. .186
Display ................. .184
Doors & Locks ............ .188
Engine Off Options ......... .190
Lights .................. .188
Restore Settings ........... .193
Safety and Driving Assistance . . .187
Voice Commands .......... .185
Occupant Restraint System .......55
On Board Diagnostics ......... .243
ORC (Occupant Restraint
Controller) .................67
Park Assist ..................85
Enabling and Disabling Park
Assist ....................88
Parking .................. .236
Parking Brake .............. .233
Passive Entry System ...........41
Pedals, adjustable ........... .107
Pedestrian Emergency Braking
(PEB) ................... .258
Pets, transporting .............78 Phone and Voice Controls on Steering
Wheel .................. .204
Phone Mode ............. .205
Phone/Bluetooth, Customer
settings ................. .192
Power Outlets .............. .126
Power Outlet Inside the Central
Console ................. .127
Power Outlet Inside the
Cupholder ............... .126
Power Outlet Inside the Trunk . .127
Rear Power Outlets ......... .127
Rear Parking Camera ...........78
Refueling ................. .296
Fuel Filler Neck Access
....... .296
Remote
Start System ...........
36
Restarting the Vehicle ........ .355
Restraint System ..............64
Child Restraint Systems ........72
RKE (Remote Keyless Entry)
Transmitter .................24
Roadside Assistance Program .....16
Roll-Over Warning .............15
Safety
Child Restraint Systems ........72
Reporting Safety Defects .......12
Safety Tips ..................55
Scheduled Maintenance Service . . .318
Scheduled Service Plan
Scheduled Maintenance
Indicator ................ .318 Seat Belt ...................55
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
Mode ....................61
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder
System (SBR) ...............62
Passenger Seat Belts ..........60
Seat Belt Reminder Light ..... .150
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women .63
Seat Belts Pretensioners .......62
Three-Point Seat Belts .........57
Three-Point Seat Belts Height
Adjustment ................59
Three-Point Seat Belts Untwisting
Procedure .................60
Three-Point Seat Belts Use
Instructions ................58
Using the Seat Belt in Automatic
Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) . . .61
Seats ......................96
Driver Memory Seat ..........99
Easy Entry/Exit Seats ........ .100
Front Heated Seats ...........97
Front Power Seats ...........96
Front Ventilated Seats .........98
Power Lumbar Seats ..........97
Rear Armrest ............. .101
Rear Seats ............... .101
Rear Side Heated Seats ...... .102
Seat Adjustment ............96
Service .....................10
Siri Smart Personal Assistant .... .205
Smoking Kit ............... .131
Snow Chains ............... .288Index
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