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 of operation. This should
be considered as a normal part of thebreak-in and not interpreted as an
indication of malfunction.
Avoid exceeding 5000 rpm for the first
620 trip mi (1000 km).
After starting the vehicle, do not
exceed 4000 rpm until the engine has
warmed up sufficiently (coolant
temperature: 149-158°F/65-70°C).
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.
Ensure proper operation of different
devices checking their respective
control telltales.
CAUTION!
• Under normal conditions, all red 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 power steering will
also lose its efficiency under these
conditions.
Onboard Diagnostic System
Your vehicle is equipped with a
sophisticated onboard diagnostic
system. This system monitors the
performance of the emissions, engine,
Driving
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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
Engine Oil Identification
Symbol
This symbol means that the oil
has been certified by the
American Petroleum Institute
(API). Maserati only
recommends API Certified engine oils.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your
engine oil as the chemicals can
damage your engine. Damage caused
by use of non-approved chemicals is
not covered by the new Vehicle
Limited Warranty.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE
Grade)
SAE 5W-40 engine oil is recommended
for all operating temperatures.
The engine oil filler cap also shows the
recommended engine oil viscosity for
your engine. For information on
engine oil filler cap location, refer to
chapter “Maintenance Procedures” in
section “Maintenance and Care”.
Lubricants that do not have both the
engine oil certification mark and the
correct SAE viscosity grade number
should not be used.
Fuel Consumption
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 specifications described below
can change without prior
notification.
The fuel consumption values shown
(Miles Per Gallon - MPG) are
established using EPA test guidelines.
City:13MPG
Highway:20MPG
Combined:15MPG
CAUTION!
• Actual fuel economy results will vary for many reasons, including driving
conditions and how you drive and
maintain your vehicle.
• The type of route, traffic and weather conditions, driving style,
general condition of the vehicle,
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