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Climate Controls 1 Left-hand side temperature
setting.
2 Right-hand side temperature
setting.
3 Fan speed adjustment control.
4 Air distribution selectable in 7
different modes to the left-hand
side. 5 Air distribution to the right-hand
side, selectable in 7 different
modes.
6 Air conditioning system
compressor activation/
deactivation button.
7 Single/dual zone selection
button. 8 Defrosting/defogging
activation/deactivation button
(MAX DEF function).
9 Air recirculation activation/
deactivation button.
10 Automatic/manual system
control button.
11 Heated rear window
activation/deactivation button.
12 Opening/closing of air duct
leading to rear vents.
13 Air conditioning display, showing
the following information:
• left- and right-hand side
temperature;
• fan speed, represented by a
bar-graph diagram;
• AUTO/FULL AUTO
functionality, for each side;
• left- and right-hand side
airflow distribution.
When the system is in OFF condition,
no indications appear on the display.
Climate Control Functions Through the panel incorporated in the
center console the user can control the
following parameters/functions:
• left-hand/right-hand vent air
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• left-hand/right-hand vent air
distribution;
• fan speed (stepless change);
• compressor activation;
• air recirculation.
All the functions listed above can be
modified manually, i.e. the user can
select one or more of these functions
as desired, using the control panel.
The manual selections always have
priority over the automatic ones and
are memorized until the user chooses
the automatic control again.
When a function has been set
manually, the other automatic
functions will not be affected.
The following parameters/functions
can be set/modified manually:
• left-hand/right-hand side air
temperature;
• fan speed;
• air distribution on 7 positions
(left-hand/ right-hand);
• compressor activation;
• single/dual-zone distribution priority;
• defrosting/defogging function (MAX
DEF);
• air recirculation;
• automatic/manual control of the
system;
• heated rear window; • system deactivation;
• opening/closing of air duct leading
to rear vents.
Activation
The system can be started up in a
number of ways. It is however
advisable to begin by pressing one of
the buttons 10 AUTO and using the
buttons 1 or 2 to set the desired
temperature. This way the system will
operate in fully automatic mode so
that the temperatures set will be
reached as quickly as possible.
In this condition, manual operations
will activate the following functions:
• MONO button 7 adjusts the air
temperature and distribution in the
two heating/air conditioning areas;
• REAR button 12 enables/disables the
air flow to the rear vents;
• button 6 turns off the compressor;
• button 8 activates/deactivates the
defrosting/defogging function on
the front side windows;
• button 11 activates/deactivates the
heated rear window. By altering any other parameter
manually, such as the air temperature
or distribution, these features switch
from the fully automatic control mode
(FULL AUTO) to manual mode (AUTO).
On starting the vehicle after stopping,
the various parameters are controlled
manually or automatically, depending
on the options selected by the user
before turning the engine off.
Therefore all the manual operations
performed before the vehicle is turned
off are stored and maintained for the
next start up.
This also applies to the OFF function
described below.
System Deactivation (OFF Function)
Press button 3 at the symbol “–” to
reset the fan speed: in this condition
the A/C system is disabled (OFF). It is
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and heated rear window even when
the system is off.
To activate the A/C system again,
select one of the following options:
• Fan speed “+” (button 3 );
• A/C compressor (button 6 );
• MAX DEF (button 8 );
• AUTO (button 10 ).
Recirculation It is enabled by pressing button
and allows using only the air of
the passenger compartment.
The recirculation can operate in the
following modes: Automatic Mode
When the compressor is deactivated or
outside temperatures are below 37 °F
(3 °C), the automatic recirculation
function is deactivated automatically.
After prolonged operation (over 15
minutes in a row), the system
deactivates the recirculation function
automatically for safety reasons,
allowing the exchange of air once
again.
Forced Closed Recirculation
In this operating mode, the
illumination of the amber LED
indicates that the recirculation vent is
closed.
Forced Open Recirculation
In this operating mode, the LED
turned off indicates that the outside
air intake is open. AUTO Mode When this button is pressed (one
button per zone), automatic mode will
control the following functions once
again:
• air distribution (for the side
concerned);
• fan speed;
• compressor operation (illumination
of the ECON LED);
• air recirculation.
REAR Mode Press the button REAR 12 (relative LED
illuminated) to open/close the air flow
to the rear vents.
This function is active in both
“MONO” and “DUAL-ZONE” modes.
System Initialization Procedure Every time the battery is reconnected,
when the vehicle is started the system
must be initialized by activating the
compressor. The display automatically
shows the passenger compartment
temperatures set to 72 °F (22 °C).
The system is configured as follows:
• AUTO (automatic operation, the
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• compressor enabled (the LED on the
button is illuminated);
• defrosting/defogging function (MAX
DEF) deactivated (the LED on the
button is off);
• heated rear window deactivated (the
LED on the button is off);
• open recirculation (the LED on the
button is off);
• air ventilation and distribution are
set by the system;
• REAR disabled (the LED on the
button is off), the air flows to the
rear vents.
A/C Filter The climate control system filters
outside air containing dust, pollen and
some odors. Strong odors cannot be
totally removed by A/C filter at the
entrance of the air climate system. See
“Maintenance Procedures” in section
“Maintenance and Care” for filter
replacement instructions. Phone and Voice Controls
on Steering Wheel The buttons on the left side of the
steering wheel activate/deactivate the
phone mode and the voice controls
functions.
These functions are only available
when one or more Bluetooth ®
compatible mobile phones are paired
with the MTC+ System connection: to
pair a phone and to learn all available
functions refer to the MTC+ guide.
NOTE:
On the Maserati website, at
www.maserati.com, or through the
Authorized Maserati Dealer you may
consult the list of telephones that are
compatible with the MTC+, and their
level of compatibility. The voice command communication
system is fully integrated with the
vehicle's audio system.
The voice command volume can be
adjusted from the upper knob on the
central console (see “Infotainment
System” in this section or from the
steering wheel audio controls (see
“Audio Controls” in this section).
The system will automatically mute the
radio when using the phone mode.
When activating the phone mode
using voice commands with
speakerphone, you should talk quietly
in a normal conversational tone by
keeping the driving position and
turning to the microphone of the voice
command system located in the front
dome console.
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commands can be invalidated when
speaking too quickly or too loudly.
WARNING!
Any voice-controlled system should be
used only in safe driving conditions
following all applicable regulations.
Full attention should be kept on
driving. Failure to do so may result in
a collision causing serious injury or
death.
Phone Mode By using the Phone button on the
steering wheel it is possible to:
activate the phone mode, start a call,
show recent incoming and outgoing
calls, show contacts list, etc. All these functions can also be reached
by using the touchscreen commands
on the MTC+ display in “Phone”
mode.
When pressing the button
an
audible sound will invite you to impart
a command.
Information on incoming call is
indicated in a pop-up on instrument
panel display main area if this feature
is checkmarked on MTC+ (see “MTC+
Settings” in this section). Said
information will stay displayed until a
control is executed (e.g.: answer,
reject, etc.) for the incoming call.
The screen will only display the phone
number or name of caller (if available)
as long as this complies with system
specifications in terms of font and
number of characters. Voice Commands By using voice commands, after
pressing the
button on the
steering wheel, it is possible to control
the AM and FM radio, the SiriusXM
Satellite Radio (if available) and all
devices connected and managed by
the “Media” mode (i.e SD card,
USB/iPod player).
When pressing the button
an
acoustic signal will invite to give a
voice command.
NOTE:
For further details refer to the
Maserati Touch Control Plus (MTC+)
guide.
Siri Smart Personal Assistant When a compatible iPhone or iPad
that supports Siri voice recognition is
paired to the vehicle, the
button
also activates the Siri Smart Personal
Assistant.
Siri requires mobile internet access
and its functionality might change
depending on the geographical area.
Through simple voice commands,
without taking your eyes off the road,
it may be possible to send messages,
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5 – Driving Normal Starting of the Engine ............................. 148
Automatic Transmission .................................. 150
Onboard Computer (Trip) ................................ 157
Drive Mode ........................................... 159
Parking Brake ......................................... 164
Parking .............................................. 166
Brake and Stability Control System ......................... 167
Using the Brakes ....................................... 171
Use of the Engine ...................................... 173
Cruise Control (CC) ...................................... 175
Tires - General Information ............................... 177
Tire Pressure Monitoring System - TPMS ...................... 184
Fuel Requirements ...................................... 189
Refueling ............................................. 192
Driving Conditions ...................................... 194
Pollution Control Devices ................................. 197
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Normal Starting of the
Engine WARNING!
It is dangerous to run the engine in an
enclosed area. The engine consumes
oxygen and discharges carbon
dioxide, carbon monoxide and other
toxic gases in the atmosphere.
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
When you open a door to get into the
car
, the instrument cluster turns on.
The TFT displays the complete
odometer, time, outside temperature
and the
open doors indicator.
Before starting the engine, close the
doors, adjust your seat, the inside and
outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt
and instruct all other occupants to
buckle their seat belts.
Make sure that the Electric Parking
Brake (EPB) is applied.
The shift lever must be in P (Park) or N
(Neutral) position before you can start
the engine. Apply the brakes before
shifting into any driving gear (see
“Automatic Transmission” in this
section).
CAUTION!
• Before starting the engine, switch off
the electrical devices with a high
power consumption (air-conditioning
and heating system, heated rear
window, headlights, etc.).
• Do not start the engine if the fuel
level in the tank is low. Press the brake pedal and turn the key
in
the ignition switch to MAR (ON)
position.
Instrument cluster displays the initial
sequence with warning light and
analog instruments test routine.
Turn the key into AVV position and
release it when the engine starts. The
key will return to MAR (ON) position
automatically.
Do not hold the key in AVV position
for a long time.
If the engine fails to start, the starter
will disengage automatically after 10
seconds. If you wish to stop the
cranking of the engine prior to
starting it, turn the key to STOP (OFF)
position.
If the engine does not start, turn the
key to STOP (OFF) position and wait
for the gear display to go off. Then
repeat the entire procedure.
NOTE:
Normal starting of either a cold or a
warm engine is obtained without
pumping or pressing the accelerator
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