
“Driving”). The thinner is the tread,
the greater is the risk of skidding.
• Drive carefully on wet roads to
decrease the risk of aquaplaning.
Winter Tires
These tires are specially
designed for
driving on snow and ice and are fitted
to replace the ones supplied with the
vehicle.
The specific features of the winter
tires lead to lower performance under
normal environmental conditions or
on long highway trips, compared to
the standard tires.
Therefore, their use should be limited
to the situations and performance for
which they have been type-approved.
The Authorized Maserati Dealer can
provide all necessary information
about fitting winter tires on the
vehicle.
NOTE:
• We recommend fitting winter tires
on the vehicle at temperatures
below 45 °F (7°C) since the driving
performance of summer tires is
reduced at low temperatures.
Summer tires may be permanently
damaged at extremely low
temperatures.
• Comply with all state and local laws governing snow tire and tread depth
requirements.
Wheel Rims Maintenance All wheel trims should be cleaned
regularly with a mild soap and water.
To remove heavy soil and/or excessive
brake dust, use a nonabrasive,
non-acidic cleaner.
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool,
a bristle brush, or metal polishes.
Do not use oven cleaner that may
affect and damage the brake calipers.
Avoid automatic car washes that use
acidic solutions or harsh brushes that
may damage the wheel rim protective
finish.Bodywork Maintenance
and Care Protection from Atmospheric
Agents The main causes of corrosion are:
• atmospheric pollution;
• salinity and humidity in the
atmosphere (marine areas or a damp
climate);
• seasonal environmental conditions;
• salt scattered on the roadbed to
melt ice and snow.
The abrasive action of wind-carried
atmospheric dust and sand, mud and
stones should not be underestimated.
On this vehicle, Maserati has adopted
the best technological solutions to
protect the bodywork from corrosion.
The main measures are:
• paint products and systems that give
the vehicle particular resistance to
corrosion and abrasion;
• use of galvanized (or pre-treated)
metal sheets which are highly
resistant to corrosion in the most
exposed parts;
• spraying of the underbody, engine
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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,
carefully wash the engine
compartment, remembering to avoid
directing the jet of water for too long
on the electric parts.
To perform this operation, you must
contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer .
Pre-Short Drop Function When in a car wash, if the driver keeps
the RKE Transmitter in his/her pocket,
or in any place outside the vehicle
within 3.3 ft (1 m) distance, the front
windows will perform a pre-short
drop. This is a shorter drop compared
to the normal short drop performed by
the “Passive Entry” function when you
grab the door handle to enter the
vehicle. In order to prevent water from
entering the vehicle between the
upper edge of the glass window and
the door outline on the bodywork,
while the car is being washed, it is
advisable to disable the “Passive
Entry” from the MTC+ System, for
further information refer to chapter
“MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and controls”.
When deactivating the “Passive Entry”,
also the “Pre-Short Drop” function will
be disabled.
Interior Maintenance and
Care Interior trim should be cleaned
starting with a damp cloth. Do not use
harsh cleaners.
The leather upholstery can be best
preserved by regular cleaning with a
damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt
can act as an abrasive and damage the
leather upholstery and should be
removed promptly with a damp cloth.
Stubborn soils stains can be removed
easily with a soft cloth and
appropriate products. Avoid soaking
the leather upholstery with any liquid.
Please do not use polishes, oils,
cleaning fluids, solvents, detergents, or
ammonia-based cleaners to clean your
leather upholstery.
Application of a leather conditioner is
not required to maintain the original
condition.
Check at regular intervals that there is
no water trapped under the mats (due
to drips off shoes, umbrellas etc.)
which may cause the metal parts to
oxidize.
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Vehicle Stored for Long
Periods If the vehicle is going to be stored for
long periods of time, follow the below
precautions:
• Wash and dry the vehicle thoroughly.
• Store the vehicle on a level surface in
a covered, dry and, if possible,
ventilated area.
• Select P (Park) and turn off the
engine.
• Disconnect the battery (refer
“Maintenance-Free Battery” in this
section) or connect a battery charger
(refer to paragraph “Maintaining
Battery Charge” of chapter “Battery
Statement” in this section).
• Check the battery charge status.
During parking, this check must be
carried out every three weeks.
Recharge the battery if the open
circuit voltage is lower than 12.2 V.
• Check that the parking brake is NOT
engaged.
• Do not empty the engine cooling
system.
• Clean and protect the painted parts
applying protective wax. • Clean and protect polished metal
parts with special products available
on the market.
• Cover the vehicle with a long cloth in
breathable fabric (available from an
Authorized Maserati Dealer ). Do not
use thick plastic sheets, which do not
allow the humidity on the vehicle
surface to evaporate.
• Inflate the tires up to a pressure
which must be 14.5 psi (1 bar) higher
than the normally prescribed one,
and check it at regular intervals.
NOTE:
The Authorized Maserati Dealer can
provide you with any information
about the available “Indoor and
Outdoor Car Covers”, available in the
“Genuine Accessories” range.
WARNING!
The tire pressure must be brought
back to the prescribed value before
reusing the vehicle (see “Tire Inflation
Pressure” in section “Features and
Specifications”).Restarting the Vehicle Before restarting the vehicle after a
long period of inactivity, we
recommend that you carry out the
following operations.
• Check the tires for pressure and for
any damages, cuts or cracks. If this is
the case, have them replaced.
• Do not dry-rub the external surface
of the vehicle: use a damp cloth.
• Visually inspect if there are any fluid
leaks (oil, brake and clutch fluid,
engine coolant etc.).
• Have the engine oil and filter
replaced.
• Check the fluid levels in the brake
system, as well as the engine coolant
level.
• Check the air filters and have them
replaced if necessary.
• Reconnect the battery after checking
the charge status (refer to
“Maintenance-Free Battery” in this
section) and perform the initializing
procedure if applicable.
• With the transmission in N (Neutral),
let the engine idle for several
minutes.
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Refillings NOTE:
Maserati reserves the right to change or revise specifications without prior notification.
CAUTION!
To guarantee vehicle’s integrity and maintain performance level always use genuine parts approved and recommended by
Maserati.
Refillings and Recommended Products Parts to be refilled Quantity Product specifications
Fuel tank 21 Gallons/80 liters (including
4.2 Gallons/16 liters of
reserve) Premium unleaded fuel with no less than 91 CLC or AKI (95
RON/85 MON).
Engine (3.8 V8) 8.8 Quarts/8.3 litres (max)
(MIN – MAX difference: 1.5
Quarts/1.4 litres) Synthetic multigrade lubricants SAE 5W-40 that meet API
SL/CF and ACEA A3, B3, B4 specifications.
Recommended oil: PENNZOIL Platinum Maserati 5W-40 (1).
Engine (3.0 V6) 8.8 Quarts/8.3 liters (max)
MIN – MAX difference: 1.1
Quarts/1 liter Synthetic multigrade lubricants SAE 10W-60 that meet API
SN/CF and ACEA A3, B3, B4 specifications.
Recommended oil: PENNZOIL Platinum Maserati 10W-60 (2).
Windshield and headlight
washer fluid tank 5.3 Quarts/5 liters Mix of water and solvent, in the proportions indicated on
the product package. If the temperature is below –4°F
(–20°C), use pure solvent.
Solvent: Mix of CUNA NC 956-II surfactants and alcohols.
Recommended fluid: WUERTH Windshield Washer Fluid with
antifreeze or AREXONS DP1.Windshield washer fluid
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Parts to be refilled Quantity Product specifications
Engine cooling circuit (3.8
V8) 15 Quarts/14.2 liters (for
dual-zone air conditioning
system)
15.85 Quarts/15 liters (for
four-zone air conditioning
system) Mixture of water and coolant, proportionally 50/50%.
Coolant: protective, antifreeze action and ethylene
glycol-based with organic inhibitors compatible with
regulations:
• ASTM D 3306, ASTM D 2570
• ASTM D 4340, ASTM D 2809
• SAE J 1034
• CUNA NC 956/16.
Recommended fluid: PETRONAS Paraflu Up 50/50.Engine cooling circuit (3.0
V6) 9.7 Quarts/9.2 liters (for
dual-zone air conditioning
system)
10.56 Quarts/10 liters (for
four-zone air conditioning
system)
Automatic transmission
cooling circuit 2.64 Quarts/2.5 liters
(3) Automatic transmission 8 Quarts/7.6 liters SHELL ATF L- 12108 or ZF Lifeguard 8.
(3) Differential 0.95 Quarts/0.9 liters Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 – FE Hypoid Gear
Lubricant.
(3) Front differential 0.47 Quarts/0.45 liters SHELL TF 0951B.
(3) Transfer case 0.65 Quarts/0.62 liters SHELL TF 0870.
Braking system 0.93 Quarts/0.88 liters +/- 4% Synthetic fluid: FMVSS 116 - DOT 4, ISO 4925 Class 4,
ENSAYOS INTA-UNE 26-109-88, SAE J1703, SAE J1704, CUNA
NC 956-01.
Recommended fluid: PETRONAS Tutela TOP 4/S.
CAUTION!
For each oil refilling and/or replacement, please contact an Authorized Maserati Dealer .Features and Specifications
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Parts to be refilled Quantity Product specifications
Air conditioning system dual-zone: 24.7 oz +/-0.7 oz
(700 g +/-20 g)
four-zone: 30 oz +/-0.7 oz
(850 g +/-20 g) Refrigerant: r134a.
(1) In countries where it is not available, recommended oil “PENNZOIL Platinum 5W-40”.
(2) In countries where it is not available, recommended oil “PENNZOIL Platinum 10W-60”.
(3) No change and/or topping up expected in scheduled maintenance.
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 known 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.Features and Specifications
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Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade) SAE 5W-40 (for V8 engine) or 10W-60 (for V6 engine) 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.
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Infants and Child Restraints .....74
Installing Child Restraint Systems
using the Vehicle Seat Belt
equipped with ALR ...........76
Lower Anchors and Tether for
Children (LATCH) ............76
Older Children and Child
Restraints .................75
Tips on getting the most out of your
child restraint ..............76
Climate Control ............. .214
Clock, analog .............. .201
Console
Central Console Components ....95
Front Dome Console
Components ...............96
Controls Screen ............. .195
Cruise Control
Cruise Control Adaptive (ACC) . .286
Electronic Cruise Control (CC) . . .282
Cupholders ................ .134
Front Passengers Cupholders . . .134
Rear Passengers Cupholders . . . .135
Dashboard Compartment ...... .210
Dashboard Components .........94
Defroster ...................91
Doors
Child Protection Door Lock
System ...................41
Doors Locking ..............39
Doors Manual Lock ...........39
Front Doors Components ......96 Lock/Unlock Door Flashlight ....34
Power Doors Locking/Unlocking . .40
Rear Doors Components .......97
Soft Door Close System ........41
Unlock Driver Door/All Doors with
Key fob 1st Press ............34
Unlock the Vehicle with Key fob. .33
DPF System
DPF Filter Replacement ...... .377
“Drive Away Inhibit” strategy . . . .272
Drive Mode, controls ......... .244
Setting Ride Height ........ .258
Setting the Drive Mode ...... .245
Driving Conditions ........... .338
Before the Trip ............ .338
Driving at Night ........... .339
Driving in Fog ............ .340
Driving in Snow and Wet Grass . .266
Driving in the Mountains ..... .340
Driving in the Rain ......... .339
Driving on Snow or Ice ...... .340
Safe Driving .............. .339
DRL (Daytime Running Light) . . . .116
EDR (Event Data Recorder) .......73
Electronic Cruise Control .......
.282
Emergency ...................
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Hazard W arning
Lights ...... .128
In the Event of an Accident . . . .350
Jump Starting ............ .357
Use the Vehicle Tow Hook .... .360
Engine
Engine Coolant Level Check . . . .374 Engine Oil Level Check ...... .377
Hood ....................56
Normal Starting of the Engine . .228
Use of the Engine .......... .281
Entry/Exit, lights on ............30
EPB (Electric Parking Brake) ..... .268
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) . .273
Filters
A/C System Air Filter
Replacement ............. .379
Engine Air Filter Replacement . .379
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) . .297
Fuel
Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . .335
Emergency Fuel Filler Door
Release ................. .338
Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance Programs ...... .369
Fuel Consumption ......... .410
Fuel Filter Service .......... .377
Fuel Requirements ......... .334
Fuel System Warnings ....... .335
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . .334
Low Fuel Indicator ......... .181
Materials Added to Fuel ..... .335
MMT in Gasoline .......... .335
Reformulated Gasoline ...... .334
Fuses .................... .386
Fuses Position ............ .386
Fuses Replacement ......... .386
Glove Box Lock Feature ....... .211Index
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