• short, repeated journeys (less than
4–5 mi/7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
• engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long
periods of idleness;
you should perform the following
inspections more frequently than
recommended on the “Scheduled
Service Plan”:
• check front disc brake pad conditions
and wear;
• check cleanliness of hood and trunk
locks, cleanliness and lubrication of
linkage;
• visually inspect conditions of: engine,
transmission, pipes and hoses
(exhaust - fuel system - brakes) and
rubber elements (boots - sleeves -
bushes - etc.);
• check battery charge;
• visually inspect condition of the
accessory drive belts;
• check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
• check and, if necessary, replace
pollen filter of the A/C system;
• check and, if necessary, replace air
cleaner filter. CAUTION!
All maintenance operations for the
vehicle must be carried out by an
Authorized Maserati Dealer . For
routine and minor maintenance
operations which you can carry out
yourself, make sure that you have the
necessary experience and always use
suitable equipment, original Maserati
spare parts and the prescribed fluids.
Shall this not be the case, do not carry
any operation on your own and
contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer .
On Board Diagnostic System Your vehicle is equipped with a
sophisticated on board diagnostic
system called OBD II. This system
monitors the performance of the
emissions, engine, 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 suited to
current government regulations.
If any of these systems require service,
the OBD II system will turn on the
Malfunction Indicator Light
on the
instrument cluster display (refer to “Instrument Cluster” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”). The system stores as well
diagnostic codes and other
information to assist your service
technician by performing repairs.
Although the vehicle will be driveable
and will not need towing, contact an
Authorized Maserati Dealer for service
as soon as possible.
CAUTION!
• Prolonged driving with the MIL
on could cause further damage to
the emissions control system. It could
also affect fuel economy and
driveability. The vehicle must be
serviced before any emissions tests
can be performed.
• If the MIL
is flashing while the
engine is running, severe catalytic
converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service at
an Authorized Maserati Dealer is
required.
Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance Programs In some localities, it may be a legal
requirement to pass an inspection of
your vehicle's emissions control system.Maintenance and Care
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Older Children and Child
Restraints .................75
Tips on getting the most out of your
child restraint ..............76
Climate Control ............. .203
Clock, analog .............. .192
Console
Central Console Components ....95
Front Dome Console
Components ...............96
Instrument Panel on the Rear
Central Console ........... .106
Rear Console
Components/Features ....... .107
Controls Screen ............. .185
Cruise Control
Cruise Control Adaptive (ACC) . .257
Electronic Cruise Control (CC) . . .254
Cupholders ................ .132
Front Passengers Cupholders . . .132
Rear Passengers Cupholders . . .133
Dashboard Compartment ...... .200
Dashboard Components .........94
Defroster ...................50
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 .......98
Soft Door Close System ........41
Unlock Driver Door/All Doors with
Remote Key 1st Press .........34
Unlock the Doors, Fuel Filler Door
and Trunk .................34
Unlock the Vehicle ...........33
DPF System
DPF Filter Replacement ...... .340
“Drive Away Inhibit” strategy . . . .247
Drive Mode, controls ......... .234
Setting the Drive Mode ...... .234
Driving Conditions ........... .309
Before the Trip ............ .309
Driving at Night ........... .309
Driving in Fog ............ .310
Driving in the Mountains ..... .310
Driving in the Rain ......... .309
Driving on Snow or Ice ...... .311
Safe Driving .............. .309
DRL (Daytime Running Light) . . . .119
EDR (Event Data Recorder) .......73
Electronic Cruise Control
....... .254
Emergency ...................
5
Hazard W arning Lights ...... .126
In the Event of an Accident . . . .315
Jump Starting ............ .322
Trunk Lid Emergency Release ....56
Engine
Engine Coolant Level Check . . . .337
Engine Oil Level Check ...... .340
Hood Operation .............57 Normal Starting of the Engine . .218
Use of the Engine .......... .252
Entry/Exit, lights on ............30
EPB (Electric Parking Brake) ..... .243
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) . .248
Filters
A/C System Air Filter
Replacement ............. .342
Engine Air Filter Replacement . .342
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) . .268
Fuel
Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . .306
Emergency Fuel Filler Door
Release ................. .308
Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance Programs ...... .332
Fuel Consumption ......... .374
Fuel Filter Service .......... .340
Fuel Requirements ......... .304
Fuel System Warnings ....... .306
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . .305
Low Fuel Indicator ......... .173
Materials Added to Fuel ..... .306
MMT in Gasoline .......... .305
Reformulated Gasoline ...... .305
Fuses .................... .348
Fuses Position ............ .349
Fuses Replacement ......... .348
Glove Box Feature Lock (Passenger
Side) ................... .201Index
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