2019 MASERATI GRANTURISMO CONVERTIBLE brake fluid

Maintenance Service
Components
1Engine oil dipstick.
2 Engine oil filler neck.
3 Engine coolant expansion
reservoir cap.
4 Brake fluid reservoir cap. 5
Power steering fluid reservoir
cap.
6 Windshield/headlight washer
fluid reservoir cap.
Level Checks
ENVIRONMENTAL!
• The engine oils and fluids used
contain substances that are
dangerous for the environment. For
replacement you are advised to
contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer, 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 environment-friendly manner.
• All equipment used for fluids
replacement (gloves, cloths,
containers, etc) must be disposed in
compliance with the regulations in
force.
Engine Coolant Level Check
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.
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www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-
vehicle
Brake Fluid Level Check
Check

the fluid level immediately if
the brake system
red warning
light and the related message turn on
indicating a low level of brake fluid.
• Clean the brake fluid reservoir area around the cap before removing it.
• 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.
The brake pads wear could cause the
fluid level to fall. However, low fluid
level may be caused by a leak and a 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!
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 know 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
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
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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Vehicle Stored for Long
Periods
If the vehicle is going to be stored for
over a month, follow the below
precautions:
• Wash and dry the vehiclethoroughly.
• Store the vehicle in a covered, dry and, if possible, ventilated area.
• Select P (Park) and turn off the engine.
• Turn the key in the ignition switch in STOP (OFF) position.
• 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 windshield wiper blades and raise them from the windshield.
• Cover the vehicle with a long cloth in breathable fabric (available from
the Authorized Maserati Dealer ). 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 Authorized Maserati Dealer 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.
• Visually inspect if there are any fluid leaks (oil, brake and clutch fluid,
engine coolant etc.).
• Have the engine oil and filter replaced.
• Check the fluid levels in the brake system, as well as the engine coolant
level.
• Check the air filter 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 initializing
procedure if applicable.
• With the transmission in N (Neutral), let the engine idle for several
minutes.
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Abbreviations.................7
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) . . .179
A/C Air Filter Replacement .......263
Accessories Aftermarket Parts and Accessories
Statement .................11
Accident, in the event of ........213
A/C System Maintenance ........262
Airbag.....................46 Air bag System Components .....46
Air bag Warning Light .........66
Passenger Air bag Labels .......18
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) .....................46
Air Conditioning Controls .......151
Air Conditioning Distribution .....112
Alarm, Vehicle Security ..........26
ALR (Automatic Locking Retractor) . .43
Assistance ....................9
Assistance, if you need .........9
Audio Controls ...............138
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . .138
Audio, Customer Setting ........147
Audio System ................140
Automatic Transmission ........160
Automatic Transmission Range . .162
AUX, USB and SD Memory Card Ports .....................132
Battery ....................247
Access the Battery ...........226
Jump Start Procedure ........226
Maintenance - Free Battery . . . .247 To Reconnect the Battery
......248
Bluetooth, Customer settings .....147
Bodywork Maintenance and Care . .265 Protection from Atmospheric
Agents ..................265
Useful Advice to Keep the
Bodywork in Good Condition . . .265
Brakes Brake and Stability Control
System ...................177
Brake Fluid Level Check .......242
Brake Overheating ..........182
Parking Brake ..............174
Parking Brake - Manual
Release ..................220
Using the Brakes ............181
Bulb Replacement ............257
Cargo Area .................107
Child Restraint Systems
Children too large for Booster
Seats .....................

56
Infants and Child Restraints .....55
Lower Anchors and Tether for
Children (LATCH) ............57
Older Children and Child
Restraints .................55
Tips on getting the most out of
your child restraint ...........56
Clock, analog ................144
Comfort Pack Front Seats ........76
Driver Memory Seat ..........77
Front Heated Seats ...........76 Console
Central Console Components ....73
Front Dome Console
Components ...............71
Cruise Control ...............185
Cupholders Front Seats Cupholders .......103
Rear Seats Cupholders ........104
Dashboard Components .........70
Data, Technical ..............279
Defroster ...................66
Doors Components .............72
Drive Mode, Controls ..........169
Driving Conditions Before the Trip .............204
Driving at Night ............204
Driving in Fog ..............205
Driving in the Mountains ......205
Driving in the Rain ..........204
Driving on Snow or Ice ........206
Driving through Flooded
Sections ..................206
Safe Driving ...............204
DRL (Daytime Running Light) ......83
Easy Entry/Exit function .........79
EDR (Event Data Recorder) .......52
Emergency Emergency Fuel Filler Door
Release ..................203
Hazard Warning Flasher .......88
In the Event of an Accident . . . .213
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Jump Starting Procedure......225
ToolKit..................212
Towing a Disabled Vehicle .....228
Engine Engine Air Filter Replacement . .245
Engine Coolant Level Check . . . .240
Engine Oil Level Check .......243
Engine Overheating .........214
Engine Start Failure .........159
Engine Turn Off ............159
Hood, Open and Close ........37
Normal Starting of the Engine . .158
Use of the Engine ...........183
EPB (Electric Parking Brake) ......174
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) . .177
Filters A/C Air Filter Replacement .....263
Engine Air Filter Replacement . .245
Fuel Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . .201
Emergency Fuel Filler Door
Release ..................203
Fuel Consumption Data .......278
Fuel Requirements ..........199
Fuel System Warnings ........201
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . .200
Materials Added to Fuel ......201
MMT in Gasoline ...........200
Reformulated Gasoline .......200
Fuses Position and Replacement. . .251
HomeLink ..................108 Hood, Open and Close
..........37
Indicator Lights Air bag Warning Light ........66
Indicator Lights/Warning Lights TFT Display: Warning/Indicator
Lights ...................126
Warning and Indicator Lights on
Analog Instrument ..........119
Inertia Switch, Fuel Cut-out ......229
Infotainment System ..........130
Manual Controls and Devices . .132
Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Restraint System .........57
Instrument Cluster ............118
Interior Components ...........70
Interior Maintenance and Cure . . .268
Interiors Features .............102
Jump Start Procedure .........
.226
Keys ......................

22
Level Checks ................240
Adding Windshield/Headlight
Washer ..................243
Brake Fluid Level Check .......242
Engine Coolant Level Check . . . .240
Engine Oil Level Check .......240
Power Steering Fluid Level
Check ...................245
Transmission Oil Check .......245
Lights .....................82 Adaptive Bi-Xenon Headlights . . .84
Automatic Headlights
.........84
Bulb Replacement ..........257
Cargo Light ................88
DRL, Daytime Running Lights ....83
Front Domelights ............87
Hazard Warning Flasher .......88
Headlights ................84
High Beams and Flashing ......86
Light Switch ...............82
Parking Lights ..............84
Rear Fog Lights .............85
Turn Signals ................86
Twilight Sensor .............85
Loading the Vehicle Vehicle Load Carrying Capacity . .107
Maintenance A/C System Maintenance ......262
Bodywork Maintenance and
Care ....................265
Interior Maintenance and Care . .268
Maintenance Procedures ......239
Periodic Maintenance ........237
Scheduled Maintenance
Service ..................232
Scheduled Service Plan .......234
Wheels Maintenance ........263
Maserati Roadside Assistance Program ...................15
MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light). .119
Mirrors Folding Mirrors .............81
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