Emergency Starting with
Maserati Code
If the Maserati CODE fails to
deactivate the engine immobilizer, the
CODE warning light will illuminate
permanently, while the
MIL
warning light will go off after four
seconds and will turn on again
immediately afterward: the engine will
not start.
To start the engine, follow the
emergency starting procedure.
Emergency Starting Procedure
NOTE:
We recommend that you carefully read
the entire procedure before
performing it. If you make a mistake,
turn the key in the ignition switch to
STOP (OFF) position and repeat the
operations from the first step.
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
• Read the 5-digit electronic code found
on the CODE card.
• Turn the key in the ignition switch to MAR (ON) position: at this moment
the
CODE andMIL warning
lights are on.
• Push and hold down the accelerator pedal. Approximately 8 seconds later,
the
MIL warning light will go off.
Release the accelerator and get
ready to count the number of times
the
MIL warning light flashes.
• Wait until the number of flashes is equal to the first digit of your CODE
card, then push and hold down the
accelerator pedal until the
MIL
warning light goes off, after about 4
seconds, then release the accelerator
pedal. • The
MIL warning light starts
flashing again. As soon as the
displayed number of flashing is equal
to the second digit of your CODE
card, press down the accelerator
pedal and hold it.
• Proceed in the same manner for the remaining digits in the code on the
CODE card.
• When the last digit has been entered, hold the accelerator pedal
pushed down. The
MIL warning
light comes on for 4 seconds and
then goes off; you can now release
the accelerator pedal.
• When the
MIL warning light
flashes fast (for about 4 seconds) it
confirms that the procedure has
been performed correctly.
• Start the engine by turning the key in the ignition switch from MAR (ON)
position to AVVposition.
If the
MIL warning light remains
on, turn the key to STOP (OFF)position
and repeat the procedure from the
first step. This procedure can be
repeated an unlimited number of
times.
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NOTE:
After an emergency staring, you
should contact anAuthorized
Maserati Dealer as the emergency
starting procedure will have to be
carried out every time you want to
start the engine.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 usually
positive and negative terminal clamps
and are identified by a different
sheath color (red = positive, black =
negative). Maserati provides on
request jumper cables created for its
models and content in a practical case.
NOTE:
The Authorized Maserati Dealer 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.
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.
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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
higher than 122°F/50°C or lower
than -4°F/-20°C) 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
rupture or explode during jump start
and cause personal injury.
• Do not carry out this procedure if
you have not done it before:
incorrect maneuvers 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.
NOTE:
If
you need to disconnect the battery
from the vehicle electrical system, see
“Maintenance - Free Battery” in
section “Maintenance and Care”).
Access the Battery
The battery is stored in the trunk.
• Open the trunk lid (see “Open and Close the Trunk Lid” in section
“Before Starting”).
• Remove any luggage from the trunk compartment.
• Remove the floor panel from the trunk compartment.
• Remove the inside covering panel from the battery compartment. Remove the cover from the right side
of the battery which protects the
positive pole.
Jump-Start Procedure
WARNING!
• The battery is secured to the vehicle
with a metal clamp (indicated in the
picture), so be extremely careful not
to let the clips on the end of the
cables come into contact with it.
• 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 jump-starting 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 key in the ignition
switch to STOP (OFF) position.
• If using another vehicle to jump start the battery, park the vehicle within
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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
(+) pole of the discharged battery.
• Connect the opposite terminal clamp of the positive (+) jumper cable to
the positive (+) pole of the booster
battery.
• Connect one terminal clamp of the negative jumper cable to the
negative (–) pole of the booster
battery.
• Connect the opposite terminal clamp of the negative (–) jumper cable to
the negative (–) pole of the
discharged battery.
• 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
negative (–) pole of the discharged
battery.
• Disconnect the opposite terminal clamp of the negative jumper cable
from the negative (–) pole of the
booster battery.
• Disconnect the terminal clamp of the positive (+) jumper cable from the
positive (+) pole of the booster
battery.
• Disconnect the terminal clamp of the positive jumper cable from the
positive (+) pole of the discharged
battery.
• After starting the engine of the vehicle with a discharged battery,
avoid turning it off immediately
because the engine running can help
recharge the battery if the latter is
not broken and if the charging
system is not faulty. NOTE:
If frequent jump-starting is required
to start your vehicle you should have
the battery and charging system
inspected at 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 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
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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 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 maneuver and use of
unsuitable equipment for recovering
vehicle in an emergency from off road
location could seriously damage the
vehicle. Contact the Authorized
Maserati Dealer 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 ,
it is necessary to shift the automatic
transmission out of the P (Park) Position and release the parking
brake (see “ Transmission Manual
Release of P (Park) position” and
“Emergency Release of the Parking
Brake” in this section).
• If the vehicle battery is still charged ,
turn off the engine and disengage
the parking brake manually (if
automatically engaged) by using the
command at the side of the
transmission 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 key in the
ignition switch must be turned in
MAR (ON) position, do not use the
ACC position.
Vehicle Towing Conditions
Maserati only allows vehicle towing
either on a flatbed or with all four
wheels off the ground.
If flatbed equipment is not available,
and the transmission is still operable,
the vehicle may be flat towed (with all
four wheels on the ground) under the
following conditions. • The shift lever must be in N (Neutral).
• The distance to be traveled must not
exceed 30 mi (50 km ).
• The towing speed must not exceed 30 mph (50 km/h).
If the transmission is not operable, or
the vehicle must be towed faster than
30 mph (50 km/h ) or farther than 30
mi (50 km) (for example on a
highway), tow with the rear driving
wheels off the ground and on a
platform of a rescue vehicle, or with
the rear wheels raised using a wheel
lift.
CAUTION!
If you have to tow the vehicle with 2
wheels raised, ensure that the key in
the ignition switch is in the STOP (OFF)
position. If this is not observed, when
the ESC is active, the ECU will store a
malfunction and the relative indicator
light
will illuminate on the
instrument cluster display. This
requires the intervention of an
Authorized Maserati Dealer to reset
the system.
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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
Resetting the Inertia Switch
• Turn the key in the ignition switch to STOP (OFF) position.
• Check that there is no leakage from the fuel system.
• If no leaks are found, reset the inertia switch which stops the fuel
pump operation by pressing button
on the switch. • Turn the key in the ignition switch to
MAR (ON) position: wait a few
seconds and turn it to ACCposition.
• Check that the
warning light on
the instrument cluster display is off.
• Check once again that there are no fuel leaks.
NOTE:
After resetting the inertia switch,
please contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer.
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Scheduled Service Plan
The Scheduled Maintenance services
listed in this chapter 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 severeoperating conditions, such as dusty
areas 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
Authorized Maserati Dealer . Thetechnicians at your dealership know
your vehicle best, and have access to
factory-approved information,
genuine Maserati parts, and specially
designed electronic and mechanical
tools that can help prevent future
costly repairs.
Main Operations/Service Coupons
Service coupons 1° 2° 3° 4° 5° 6° 7° 8° 9° 10° 11° 12°
Main operations Maintenance schedules: every 12500 mi (20000 km) or 2 years
Belt for alternator, air conditioning
compressor and hydraulic steering control I I* I I* I I* I I* I I* I I*
Replace at least every 2 years
Poly-V flexible control belt for water
pump IIIIRIIIIRII
Replace every time the part is removed
Engine oil and filter RRRRRRRRRRRR
Replace at least every 2 years
Cooling system connections and lines II*I*I*I*I*I*I*I*I*I*I*
Air filter R R* R R* R R* R R* R R* R R*
Fuel injection system’s connections and
lines I I* I I* I I*
Ignition system: cables and connections I I* I I* I I*
Spark plugs RR
Active carbon filter and Lambda sensors R
Replace at least every 4 years
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• Return the cap and dipstick to theirposition and wait for a few minutes
to allow the oil to reach the oil pan.
• Check the level again.
After topping up, the
engine oil
level warning light may not go off for
some time while the system is
performing the necessary checks. This
is normal.
Engine Oil Filter Replacement
The engine oil filter should be
replaced with a new filter at every oil
change.
Contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer to perform this service.
Automatic Transmission Oil Check
Contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer for the oil level check.
Power Steering Fluid Level Check
With the vehicle on a level ground
and the engine cold, check the fluid
level of the power steering reservoir.
• To carry out the check, unscrew the cap, clean the dipstick with a dry and
clean cloth.
• Retighten the cap then unscrew it again and check the level: it should
match the “MAX” notch marked on
the dipstick. In hot oil conditions, the level may even exceed the
“MAX” notch.
• If necessary, top up with fluid making sure that it has the same
characteristics as the one already
used in the system (refer to
“Refillings” in section “Features and
Specifications”).
CAUTION!
Make sure that the power steering
fluid does not come in touch with the
engine hot parts as it is flammable.
Engine Air Filter Replacement
Contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer to have the air filters replaced.
Wiper Maintenance and Blades
Replacement
WARNING!
It is dangerous to operate or service
the wiper blades with the wipers in
an active position (right multifunction
lever in any position different than
“OFF”) and with the key in the
ignition switch in the MAR (ON)
position. The rain sensors may
suddenly activate the wipers.
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, 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 periodically
with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild
nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove
accumulations of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass
for long periods may cause
deterioration of the wiper blades.
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