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WARNING!
High power consumption items
plugged into this outlet for long
periods may discharge the battery
and/or prevent the engine from
starting. Power Outlets inside the Central
Console
T
o access the power outlet located
inside the glove box of the central
console you need to open the half-lids
as indicated in the following
paragraph.
Rear Power Outlets
If the vehicle is equipped with bench
seats, a 12 V power outlet inside the
armrest between the seats, is available
for rear seat passengers (see “Rear
Seats” in this section). A 12 V power outlet both inside the
central console and in the rear of the
reclining shelf, are available for rear
seats passengers (see “Comfort Luxury
Rear Seats” in this section).
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Cigarette Lighter Use
Pressing the central button activates
the cigarette lighter. After about 20
seconds the button returns
automatically to the initial position
and stops the heating: now the
cigarette lighter is ready for use.
CAUTION!
After use, always make sure that the
cigarette lighter is switched off.
WARNING!
• The cigarette lighter reaches high
temperatures. Handle it carefully and
do not allow children to use it. • The cigarette lighter may not be
used as a power outlet.
Handholds and Cloth Hooks Handholds are fitted above the doors.
Once grabbed, they will lower until
the block position. When released, a
return spring will bring them back to
the original position.
Rear handholds also include a cloth
hook. Map Pockets Front seats are fitted with map
pockets, on the rear of the seatbacks,
and accessible by rear passengers.
CAUTION!
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Tables (optional) Tables are fitted in the back of the
front seats.
• Opening: press the upper button
and lower the table until the
supporting mechanism snap lock.
• Closing: lift the table until the upper
button snap lock. CAUTION!
As the table is not equipped with
cupholders, do not place open drinks
containers on the tables during the
journey in order not to damage or
stain the surrounding upholstery if
they fall over.
WARNING!
• When the table is not used, it should
be closed to prevent rear seat
passengers from being hit by its
edges and corners.
• When closing the table, hold it up
carefully in order to avoid crushing
your fingers.
iPad Holder (Genuine
Accessories) The Authorized Maserati Dealer can
provide you with all information
about the “Maserati iPad Holder”
mounted on the rear of the front
seatbacks, available in the “Genuine
Accessories” range. Wi-fi Connection (optional) It is possible to install a control unit
with router function to access a wi-fi
high speed internet connection on
board. This enables web navigation
and the possibility to connect several
devices at the same time.
WARNING!
Mobile internet connection is
intended for passenger use only. Use
of handheld electronic devices while
driving can cause an accident due to
distraction, resulting in death or
injury.
With this active connection,
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Cargo Area WARNING!
To help protect against personal
injury, passengers must not be seated
in the rear cargo area. The rear cargo
space is intended for load carrying
purposes only, not for passengers,
who should sit in seats and use seat
belts.
Vehicle Load Carrying Capacity The load carrying capacity of your
vehicle is shown on the vehicle
emission control label positioned on
the rear driver door's ledge.
The information indicated on the label
concerns passengers and luggage
loading operations. Do not exceed the specified Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR),
both front and rear.
The GVWR is the total allowable
weight of your vehicle. This includes
driver, passengers, and cargo.
The total load must be limited so that
you do not exceed the GVWR
indicated on the label.
Vehicle Loading WARNING!
• Improper weight distribution can
have an adverse effect on the way
the vehicle steers, handles and the
way the brakes operate.
• Never drive with the trunk lid open.
Exhaust gases can enter the
passenger compartment.
• Do not pile luggage or cargo higher
than the top of the seatback. This
could impair visibility or become
dangerous in a sudden stop or
collision.
The trunk is the most suitable place to
load
bulky and heavy objects onboard
the vehicle. The maximum allowable load on the floor of the trunk is 440 lb
(200 kg).
To load your vehicle properly, store
heavier items below and be sure you
distribute their weight as evenly as
possible.
Stow all loose items securely before
start driving as they could move
during the trip.
Light objects can be stored in the net
pocket on the right side of the trunk.
To fasten heavy and bulky luggage
inside the compartment a luggage net
with hooks anchored to the floor is
available upon request. The hooking
eyelets of the net are positioned on
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NOTE:
The Authorized Maserati Dealer can
provide you with information about
the available “Genuine Accessories”
for the trunk.
Loading with Rear Seatbacks
Folded Down The 60/40 split-folding rear seat with
folding option on the smaller side
only, provides cargo-carrying
versatility.
The seatback fold down easily by
pulling tab between the seatback and
the bolster. The seat folded down, provides a
continuous nearly-flat extension of the
load floor able to accommodate large
sized equipment and objects (such as
the “Maserati Ski and Snowboard
Bag”) that may not fit with the normal
dimensions of the trunk.
Ski and Snowboard Bag Housing
To safely store the Ski and Snowboard
Bag:
• Tilt forward the short seatback side. • Secure the rear hook of the bag to
the eyelet located on the rear wall of
the trunk.
• Wrap the belt around the seat back
of the folded seat and fasten the belt
buckle.
• Tighten the belt as much as necessary
to prevent the bag from moving.
When the seatback is folded to the
upright position, make sure it is
latched by strongly pulling on the top
of the seatback above the seat strap.
WARNING!
• Make sure that the seatback is
securely locked into position. If the
seatback is not securely locked into
position, the seat will not provide
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latched seat could cause serious
injury.
• The cargo area in the rear of the
vehicle with the rear seatbacks in
the folded down position should not
be used as a play area by children
when the vehicle is in motion. They
could be seriously injured in a
collision. Children should be seated
and use proper restraint system.
Power Sunroof with
Sunshade The sunroof is power controlled and
can only be operated with the ignition
switch in RUN position.
It can slide lengthways and be raised
at the rear (tilting).
By opening the sunroof a front flap
rises automatically in order to deviate
the air flow.
The power sunroof controls are
located between the sun visors on the
overhead console.
The right two buttons controls the
sunroof movement, whereas the left
button controls the lifting of the
sunroof for venting. The sunshade can be opened
manually. However, the sunshade will
open automatically as the sunroof
opens.
The sunshade cannot be closed if the
sunroof is open.
WARNING!
• Improper use of the sunroof can be
dangerous, even if it features a
finger-trap prevention system.
Before and during the sunroof
operation, always make sure that
passengers are not exposed to the
risk of injuries caused by the moving
sunroof or by personal objects
dragged or hit by the moving
sunroof.
• Never leave children in a vehicle
with the key fob RKE transmitter in
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open, then adjust the sunroof opening
to minimise the buffeting.
Ignition Off Operation The power sunroof controls will
remain active for up to approximately
ten minutes after the ignition switch is
in OFF position. Opening either front
door will cancel this feature. The
ignition system timing can be set using
the MTC+ System (see “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”).
Sunroof Maintenance Use only a nonabrasive cleaner and a
soft cloth to clean the glass panel. HomeLink ®
(optional) HomeLink ®
replaces up to three
hand-held transmitters operating the
automatic devices that open garage
doors and gates, enable/disable the
lighting or security systems. The
HomeLink ®
unit is powered by your
vehicle's 12 Volt battery. The
HomeLink ®
buttons that are located in
the overhead console designate the
three different HomeLink ®
channels.
The HomeLink ®
indicator light is
located behind the buttons.
NOTE:
HomeLink ®
is disabled when the
vehicle security alarm is active (see
“Vehicle security alarm” in section
“Before Starting”). WARNING!
• Your motorized door or gate will
open and close while you are
programming the universal
transceiver. Do not program the
transceiver if people, pets or other
objects are in the path of the door
or gate. Only use this transceiver
with a garage door opener that has
a “stop and reverse” feature as
required by Federal safety
standards. This includes most garage
door opener models manufactured
after 1982. Do not use a garage door
opener without these safety
features. Call toll-free 1–800–355–
3515 or, on the Internet at
www.HomeLink.com for safety
information or assistance.
• Vehicle exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a dangerous gas. Do not
run your vehicle in the garage while
programming the transceiver.
Exhaust gas can cause serious injury
or death.
Radio Frequency Transmitter -
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Instrument Cluster The instrument cluster is divided into
three main areas displaying
information, signs and text and/or icon
messages.
A Analogue speedometer. It
indicates the vehicle speed.
B Tachometer.
C TFT display. In this area the
odometer display shows the total
distance covered by the vehicle.
U.S. Federal Regulations requires that
upon transfer of vehicle ownership,
the seller certify to the purchaser the
correct mileage that the vehicle has
been driven.
If your odometer needs to be repaired
or serviced, the repair technician
should leave the odometer reading the
same as it was before the repair or
service. This repair should be
performed by an Authorized Maserati
Dealer .
The odometer setting should be
maintained following the repair or
service.
Keep a record of the odometer
mileage before any repair or service to
ensure that the odometer is properly
reset. Speedometer and tachometer display
the main warning lights (see “Warning
and Indicator Lights on Analogue
Instruments” in this chapter).
The other warning and indicator lights
are displayed on the TFT display
together with mode and drive
function indicators (see “TFT Display: Warning/Indicator Lights of Set
Modes/Functions” in this chapter).
NOTE:
The image shows the instrument
cluster before starting the engine.
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