External plastic parts must be cleaned
with the same procedure followed for
the normal washing of the bodywork.
Avoid, as far as possible, parking the
vehicle under trees; the resinous
substances that very often drop from
the trees give the paint a dull
appearance and increase the
possibility of originating corrosive
processes.
It is important that the drain holes in
the lower sides of the doors, rocker
panels, and trunk bottom be kept
clear and open.
CAUTION!
• Bird droppings must be washed off
immediately and thoroughly, since
their acidity is particularly corrosive.
• To provide better protection for the
paint, polish the vehicle at intervals
with a suitable product leaving a
protective film on the paint.
• If the vehicle is washed using
high-pressure water jets or cleaners,
it is important that the nozzle of the
jet be kept at a distance of at least
16 in (40 cm) from the bodywork to
avoid damaging it.
• If you are washing the vehicle with
roller brushes, you must protect the edges of the rear, lateral brand
symbol with tape, to prevent it from
being detached by the revolving
brushes.
Glass Surfaces
All
glass surfaces should be cleaned on
a regular basis with any commercial
household-type glass cleaner.
Never use an abrasive type cleaner.
Use caution when cleaning the inside
rear window equipped with electric
defrosters. Do not use scrapers or
other sharp instrument that may
scratch the electric elements.
When cleaning the rearview mirror,
spray cleaner on the towel or rag that
you are using. Do not spray cleaner
directly on the mirror.
Labels can be peeled off after soaking
with warm water.
Keep all objects a safe distance from
the window.
Cleaning Headlights
Your vehicle has plastic headlights that
are lighter and less susceptible to
stone breakage than glass headlights.
Plastic is not as scratch resistant as
glass and therefore different lens
cleaning procedures must be followed.
To minimize the possibility of
scratching the lenses and reducing light output, avoid wiping with a dry
cloth. To remove road dirt, wash with
a mild soap solution followed by
rinsing.
Do not use abrasive cleaning
components, solvents, steel wool or
other aggressive material to clean the
lenses.
Moldings and Aluminum Trims
• For cleaning moldings and aluminum
trims, avoid the use of acidic or
alkaline cleaning agents that can
destroy the protecting surface
treatment.
• After washing aluminum trim with
warm water, apply the cleaning
agent with a clean tissue or a soft
sponge on the surface. Do not use
any other equipment such as
brushes, steel wool, abrasives or any
other equipment for cleaning.
• After cleaning, please rinse the
aluminum trim with a lot of clear
water.
• While cleaning in the car, please
make sure that the moldings and
aluminum trims only get in contact
with soft brushes or textiles.
Engine Compartment
At the end of each winter season,
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In the Event of an Accident . . . .203
Jump Starting Procedure ..... .214
ToolKit................. .202
Towing a Disabled Vehicle .... .216
Engine
Engine Air Filter Replacement . .235
Engine Coolant Level Check . . . .230
Engine Oil Level Check ...... .233
Engine Overheating ........ .204
Engine Start Failure ........ .149
Engine Turn Off ........... .149
Hood, Open and Close ........38
Normal Starting of the Engine . .148
Use of the Engine .......... .173
EPB (Electric Parking Brake) ..... .164
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) . .167
Filters
A/C Air Filter Replacement .... .253
Engine Air Filter Replacement . .235
Fuel
Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . .191
Emergency Fuel Filler Door
Release ................. .193
Fuel Consumption Data ...... .268
Fuel Requirements ......... .189
Fuel System Warnings ....... .191
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . .190
Materials Added to Fuel ..... .191
MMT in Gasoline .......... .190
Reformulated Gasoline ...... .190
Fuses Position and Replacement. . .241 HomeLink ...................98
Hood, Open and Close ..........38
Indicator Lights
Air bag Warning Light ........66
Indicator Lights/Warning Lights
TFT Display: Warning/Indicator
Lights .................. .116
Warning and Indicator Lights on
Analog Instrument ......... .109
Inertia Switch, Fuel Cut-out ..... .218
Infotainment System ......... .120
Manual Controls and Devices . .122
Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child
Restraint System .............56
Instrument Cluster ........... .108
Interior Components ...........70
Interior Maintenance and Cure . . .258
Interiors Features .............93
Jump Start Procedure .........
.215
Keys
......................
22
Level Checks ............... .230
Adding Windshield/Headlight
Washer ................. .233
Brake Fluid Level Check ...... .232
Engine Coolant Level Check . . . .230
Engine Oil Level Check ...... .230
Power Steering Fluid Level
Check .................. .235
Transmission Oil Check ...... .235 Lights .....................83
Adaptive Bi-Xenon Headlights . . .84
Automatic Headlights .........85
Bulb Replacement ......... .247
Cargo Light ................89
DRL, Daytime Running Lights ....84
Front Domelights ............88
Hazard Warning Flasher .......89
Headlights ................85
High Beams and Flashing ......87
Light Switch ...............83
Parking Lights ..............85
Rear Fog Lights .............86
Turn Signals ................86
Twilight Sensor .............86
Loading the Vehicle
Vehicle Load Carrying Capacity . .97
Maintenance
A/C System Maintenance ..... .252
Bodywork Maintenance and
Care ................... .255
Interior Maintenance and Care . .258
Maintenance Procedures ..... .229
Periodic Maintenance ....... .227
Scheduled Maintenance
Service ................. .222
Scheduled Service Plan ...... .224
Wheels Maintenance ....... .254
Maserati Roadside Assistance
Program ...................15
MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light). .109 Index
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