2019 MASERATI GRANTURISMO Owners Manual

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 the break-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
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and automatic transmission control
systems. When these systems are
operating properly, your vehicle will
provide excellent performance and
fuel economy, as well as engine
emissions well within current local
regulations of various countries.
If any of these systems require service,
the system will turn on the
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL).
It will also store diagnostic codes and
other information, which your
Authorized Maserati Dealer will use to
service your vehicle. Although the
vehicle will still be driveable and not
need towing, contact the Authorized
Maserati Dealer for service as soon as
possible. CAUTION!
• Prolonged driving with the
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
on could cause further damage to
the emissions control system. It could
also affect fuel economy and
drivability. The vehicle must be
serviced before any emissions tests
can be performed.
•Ifthe
Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) is flashing while the
engine is running, severe catalytic
converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is
required at an Authorized Maserati
Dealer .
• After the problem has been solved,
the Authorized Maserati Dealer
personnel will perform specific tests
on the test bench for a complete
check of the system and, if necessary,
also road tests, even on long
distances.
In addition, the system is equipped
with
a diagnostics connector that,
when interfaced with suitable
instruments, makes it possible to read
the error codes stored in the ECU,
together with a set of specific
parameters for engine operation diagnostics cycle, on compliance with
CARB, EPA OBDII rules.
CAUTION!
• Once the engine is started, the
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
will remain on for approximately 18
seconds before turning off. This is a
normal condition and part of the
operating strategy.
• When the key in the ignition switch
is turned to MAR (ON) position if the
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
does not illuminate or if it
illuminates while driving, contact
your local Authorized Maserati
Dealer as soon as possible.
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
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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
Position of the Diagnostic Connector
The
diagnostic connector is positioned
underneath the dashboard, next to
the hood opening lever. It can be
accessed without removing any cover. Cruise Control (CC) The CC enables the driver to maintain
the desired vehicle speed without
pressing the accelerator pedal,
reducing driving fatigue on highways,
especially long trips, as the set speed is
automatically maintained. A firm press
on the accelerator pedal or the
braking pedal will temporarily
deactivate the cruise control function.
CAUTION!
The device can only be switched on at
speeds exceeding 19 mph (30 km/h)
and it switches off automatically when
the brake pedal is pressed or when a
speed of 125 mph (200 km/h) is
exceeded.
WARNING!
The Cruise Control function must only
be activated when traffic and the
route permit a constant speed to be
maintained safely for a sufficiently
long distance. Controls The controls of the CC are located on
the multifunction lever, on the left
side of the steering wheel.
• The innermost ON/OFF switch has
two positions:
OFF: the CC is deactivated;
ON: the CC is active. When the CC is
activated, the
green warning
light on the display illuminates
together with the message “Cruise
control on”.
• The rotating section in the middle of
the left multifunction lever is used to
store the vehicle speed, to keep it
constant or to increase or decrease
the speed stored. Turn the rotating
section to position "+" to save the
speed reached or to increase the
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the speed stored. Every time rotating
section is reset, the speed is increased
or decrease by approx. 0.6 mph (1
Km/h). Keep the rotating section
turned to vary the speed
continuously. When a new speed is
reached, it will automatically remain
constant.
• Button "RCL" at end of left
multifunction lever is used to resume
the speed stored.
NOTE:
• When the key in the ignition switch
is turned to STOP (OFF) position or
ON/OFF switch is in the "OFF"
position, the speed stored is erased
and the system deactivated.
• The CC must be deactivated when
not in use.
WARNING!
Leaving the Cruise Control system on
when not in use is dangerous. You
could accidentally set the system or
cause it to go faster than you want.
Always leave the CC off when you are
not using it. Storing a Speed
T
urn the ON/OFF switch to "ON" and
reach the desired speed driving
normally. Turn the rotating section in
the middle of the left multifunction
lever to "+" for at least 3 seconds and
then release it.
The vehicle speed is stored and the
accelerator pedal can be released.
The vehicle will proceed at the
constant speed stored until the brake
pedal is pressed.
If necessary, (for example, to pass
another vehicle), you can accelerate by
simply pressing the accelerator pedal.
Afterward, when you release the
accelerator pedal, the vehicle will
return to the speed previously stored.
Resuming the Speed Stored
If the CC has been deactivated after
braking, the speed previously stored
can be resumed as follows:
• gradually accelerate until you reach a
speed close to that stored;
• engage the gear selected when the
speed was stored (4th, 5th or 6th
gear);
• press button "RCL".
Increasing the Speed Stored
The speed stored can be increased in
two ways: • by pressing the accelerator and then
storing the new speed reached (turn
the rotating section in the middle of
the left multifunction lever for more
than 3 seconds); or
• by turning the rotating section to
position "+": each impulse
transmitted by the rotating section
will cause a slight increase in speed
(about 0.6 mph/1 Km/h), whereas a
constant pressure on the same
rotating section will cause a
continuous increase in speed. When
the rotating section is released, the
new speed will be automatically
stored in the memory.
Decreasing the Speed Stored
The speed stored can be reduced in
two ways:
• by deactivating the CC, pressing the
brake pedal and then storing the
new speed (turning the rotating
section to position “+” for at least 3
seconds); or
• by keeping the rotating section
turned to position “-” until reaching
the new speed, which will be stored
automatically.
Resetting the Speed Stored
The speed stored is automatically
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• by turning the engine off; or
• by turning ON/OFF switch to "OFF"
position.
Warnings while Driving with CC
WARNING!
• When driving with CC activated, do
not shift to N (Neutral) position. It is
advisable to activate CC only when
traffic and road conditions permit
safe use of this device, that is: on
straight and dry roads, expressways
or highways, smooth flowing traffic
and smooth asphalt. Do not activate
this device when driving in town or
in heavy traffic.
• CC can only be activated at speeds
exceeding 19 mph (30 km/h).
• CC can only be activated in 4th, 5th
or 6th gear, depending upon the
vehicle speed.
• When driving downhill with the CC
activated, the vehicle may pick up
speed slightly exceeding the speed
stored, due to the change in the
engine load.
• In the event of malfunctioning or
failure of CC, turn ON/OFF switch to
"OFF" position and contact the
Authorized Maserati Dealer after having checked that the relative
fuse is in proper working order.
• ON/OFF switch can be always left at
"ON" position without damaging
the CC. In any case, it is advisable to
deactivate the CC when it is not in
use. Turn ON/OFF switch to "OFF"
position to prevent any speeds from
being unintentionally stored.
Tires - General
Information Tire Safety Information Tire Markings
1. U.S. DOT Safety Standards Code
(TIN).
2. Size Designation.
3. Service Description.
4. Maximum Pressure and Maximum
Load.
5. Treadwear, Traction and
Temperature Grades (see
“Department of Transportation
Uniform Tire Quality Grades” in
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Tire Sizing Chart
EXAMPLE: P285/40 ZR19 (100Y) XL or
285/40 ZR19 (Y100) XL
Size Designation:
P = Passenger car tire size based on
U.S. design standards
“...blank...” = Passenger car tire
based on European design standards
285 = Section width in millimeters
(mm)
40 = Aspect ratio in percent (%) —
Ratio of section height to section
width of tire
ZR = Construction Code
• Z: means a tire usable at speeds
greater than 150 mph (240 km/h)
• R: means radial construction
19 = Rim diameter in inches (in) Service Description:
100 = Load Index — A numerical
code associated with the maximum
load a tire can carry
Y = Speed Symbol — A symbol
indicating the range of speeds at
which a tire can carry a load
corresponding to its load index
under certain operating conditions.
The maximum speed corresponding
to the speed symbol should only be
achieved under specified operating
conditions (i.e., tire pressure, vehicle
loading, road conditions, and posted
speed limits)
Load Identification:
“...blank...” = Absence of any text on
the sidewall of the tire indicates a
Standard Load (SL) tire
XL = Extra Load (or reinforced) tire
LL = Light Load tire
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
The TIN may be found on one or both
sides of the tire, however the date
code may only be on one side. Tires
with white sidewalls will have the full
TIN, including the date code, located
on the white sidewall side of the tire. Look for the TIN on the outboard side
of black sidewall tires as mounted on
the vehicle. If the TIN is not found on
the outboard side, then you will find it
on the inboard side of the tire.
EXAMPLE: DOT MA L9 ABCD 0313
DOT = Department of Transportation
— This symbol certifies that the tire is
in compliance with the U.S.
Department of Transportation tire
safety standards and is approved for
highway use.
MA = Code representing the tire
manufacturing location (two digits).
L9 = Code representing the tire size
(two digits).
ABCD = Code used by the tire
manufacturer (one to four digits).
03 = Number representing the week
in which the tire was manufactured
(two digits). In this case, 03 means
the 3 rd
week.
13 = Number representing the year
in which the tire was manufactured
(two digits). In this case, 13 means
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Tire and Loading Information Label
The proper cold tire inflation pressure
is listed on the driver's side rear door
pillar.
This label tells you important
information about the:
• Number of people that can be
carried in the vehicle.
• Total weight the vehicle can carry.
• Tire size designed for the vehicle.
• Cold tire inflation pressures for the
front, rear, and spare tires.
Loading
The vehicle maximum load on the tire
must not exceed the load carrying
capacity of the tire on your vehicle.
You will not exceed the tire's load
carrying capacity if you adhere to the
loading conditions, tire size, and cold
tire inflation pressures specified on the “Tire and Loading Information
Label” and in the “Features and
Specifications” section.
NOTE:
Under a maximum loaded vehicle
condition, gross axle weight ratings
(GAWRs) for the front and rear axles
must not be exceeded.
Tires
Driving over rough or damaged road
surfaces, as well as debris, curbs and
other obstacles can cause serious
damage to wheels, tires, and
suspension parts.
This is more likely to occur with
low-profile tires, which provide less
cushioning between the wheel and
the road.
Be careful to avoid road hazards and
reduce your speed, especially if your
vehicle is equipped with low profile
tires. WARNING!
Overloading of your tires is
dangerous. Overloading can cause tire
failure, affect vehicle handling, and
increase the stopping distance. Use
tires of the recommended load
capacity for your vehicle. Never
overload them.
Department of Transportation
Uniform Tire Quality Grades The following tire grading categories
were established by the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The specific grade rating assigned by
the tire's manufacturer in each
category is shown on the sidewall of
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All passenger car tires must conform to
Federal safety requirements in
addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative
rating, based on the wear rate of the
tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government
test course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government
course as a tire graded 100. The
relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their
use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service
practices, and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AAA, A, B, and C. These
grades represent the tire's ability to
stop on wet pavement, as measured
under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance. WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire
is based on straight-ahead braking
traction tests, and does not include
acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning,
or peak traction characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The
temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the
tire's resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat,
when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the material of
the tire to degenerate and reduce tire
life, and excessive temperature can
lead to sudden tire failure. The grade
C corresponds to a level of
performance, which all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.
109. Grades B and A represent higher
levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel, than the
minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly
inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
speed, under-inflation, or excessive
loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup
and possible tire failure.
Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is
essential for safety and best
performance of your vehicle. The tire
pressure monitoring system “TPMS”
setup on the vehicle (see “Tire Pressure
Monitoring System” in this section)
may alert the driver about insufficient
tire pressure even though the driver is
responsible for regularly checking the
tire pressure.
Radial tires fitted on the vehicle may
look properly inflated even when they
actually are under inflated. Do not
make a visual judgment when
determining proper inflation.
Three primary driving aspects are
affected by improper tire pressure:
Safety
WARNING!
• Improperly inflated tires can be
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