2020 MASERATI GRANTURISMO CONVERTIBLE automatic transmission

• Remove the screwdriver from the
hole, being careful not to move the
transmission shift lever.
• Shift the lever fully into N (Neutral).
This position will allow vehicle
towing.
• Reinstall all the removed electrical
parts pushing it in the central
console seat until you hear the
locking click.
• Reinstall the covering panel on the
external side of the central console
press it until all pins are engaged in
their clips and “click” in place.
CAUTION!
Work extremely carefully so as not to
damage the central console trim
panels.
Freeing the Stuck Vehicle
If your vehicle is stuck in mud, sand, or
snow, it can probably be moved
backward and forward by a simple
rocking motion.
Steer the wheel right and left to clear
the area around the front wheels.
Shift then between D (Drive) or
MANUAL mode and R (Reverse) (see
chapter “Automatic Transmission” and
“Drive Mode” in section “Driving”).
Shifting to MANUAL mode, try to free
the car starting in second gear.
At low speed motion of the vehicle,
you can switch quickly from D (Drive)
to R (Reverse), and vice versa, just by
pressing the release button on the
shift lever.
For more effectiveness press lightly on
the accelerator pedal in order to avoid
wheel slippage.
If unable to release the vehicle in one
of the previously described ways,
enter the low-grip driving mode, by
pressing the “ICE” button, and
completely exclude the yaw and slip
control system, by pressing the
(ESC
Off) button for at least 2 seconds.
Moving the shift lever between D
(Drive) and R (Reverse) to start.
CAUTION!
Racing the engine or spinning the
drive wheels may lead to transmission
overheating and failure. Allow the
engine to idle with the shift lever in N
(Neutral) for at least one minute after
every five rocking-motion cycles. This
will minimize overheating and reduce
the risk of transmission failure during
prolonged efforts to free a stuck
vehicle.
WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous.
Forces generated by excessive drive
wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the drivetrain and
tires.
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WARNING!
•Using booster packs that have not
been checked, which could therefore
release a too high charging voltage
(higher than 14 V), in extreme
environmental conditions (for
example: closed areas or without
proper ventilation and temperatures
higher than 122°F/50°C or lower
than -4°F/-20°C) create the right
conditions for ignition which could
then cause the battery to explode.
Therefore you shall always perform
jump-starting operations using the
adequate tools and in the best
environmental conditions, taking all
necessary precautions.
•Do not attempt jump-starting if the
discharged battery is frozen. It could
rupture or explode during jump start
and cause personal injury.
•Do not carry out this procedure if
you have not done it before:
incorrect maneuvers can originate
high electrical discharges and even
cause the battery to explode.
•To avoid the risk of explosion or fire,
do not approach the battery withopen flames or cigarettes that could
generate sparks.
NOTE:
If you need to disconnect the battery
from the vehicle electrical system, see
“Maintenance - Free Battery” in
section “Maintenance and Care”).
Access the Battery
The battery is stored in the trunk.
• Open the trunk lid (see “Open and
Close the Trunk Lid” in section
“Before Starting”).
• Remove any luggage from the trunk
compartment.
• Remove the floor panel from the
trunk compartment.
• Remove the inside covering panel
from the battery compartment.Remove the cover from the right side
of the battery which protects the
positive pole.
Jump-Start Procedure
WARNING!
•The battery is secured to the vehicle
with a metal clamp (indicated in the
picture), so be extremely careful not
to let the clips on the end of the
cables come into contact with it.
•Remove any metal jewelry such as
watch bands or bracelets that might
make an inadvertent electrical
contact. You could be seriously
injured.
•Do not allow the vehicles involved in
the jump-starting operation to touch
each other as this could establish a
ground connection and cause
personal injury.
• Turn off the heater, radio, and all
unnecessary electrical accessories.
• Set the parking brake, shift the
automatic transmission into P (Park)
and turn the key in the ignition
switch toSTOP (OFF)position.
• If using another vehicle to jump start
the battery, park the vehicle within
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Towing a Disabled Vehicle
Proper towing or lifting equipment is
required to prevent damage to your
vehicle. Use only towing bars and
other equipment designed for the
purpose, following equipment
manufacturer’s instructions.
Safety chains are mandatory.
Except for the front threaded seat to
fix the supplied hook (see “Tool Kit”
chapter in this section), the vehicle is
not equipped with other connection
points for towing operations with tow
truck.
CAUTION!
Any improper maneuver and use of
unsuitable equipment for recovering
vehicle in an emergency from off road
location could seriously damage the
vehicle. Contact theAuthorized
Maserati Dealeror anyone having
suitable equipment and the required
expertise to safely and properly carry
out any required operations.
Make sure you comply with local
towing regulations.
•If the vehicle's battery is discharged,
it is necessary to shift the automatic
transmission out of the P (Park)Position and release the parking
brake (see “ Transmission Manual
Release of P (Park) position” and
“Emergency Release of the Parking
Brake” in this section).
•If the vehicle battery is still charged,
turn off the engine and disengage
the parking brake manually (if
automatically engaged) by using the
command at the side of the
transmission shift lever (see “Parking
Brake” chapter in section “Driving”).
Shift then manually the transmission
out of P (Park) as described in
“Transmission Manual Release of P
(Park) Position” chapter of this
section. If you need to use the
accessories (wipers, defrosters, etc.)
while being towed, the key in the
ignition switch must be turned in
MAR (ON)position, do not use the
ACCposition.
Vehicle Towing Conditions
Maserati only allows vehicle towing
either on a flatbed or with all four
wheels off the ground.
If flatbed equipment is not available,
and the transmission is still operable,
the vehicle may be flat towed (with all
four wheels on the ground) under the
following conditions.• The shift lever must be in N (Neutral).
• The distance to be traveled must not
exceed 30 mi (50 km ).
• The towing speed must not exceed
30 mph (50 km/h).
If the transmission is not operable, or
the vehicle must be towed faster than
30 mph (50 km/h ) or farther than 30
mi (50 km) (for example on a
highway), tow with the rear driving
wheels off the ground and on a
platform of a rescue vehicle, or with
the rear wheels raised using a wheel
lift.
CAUTION!
If you have to tow the vehicle with 2
wheels raised, ensure that the key in
the ignition switch is in theSTOP (OFF)
position. If this is not observed, when
the ESC is active, the ECU will store a
malfunction and the relative indicator
light
will illuminate on the
instrument cluster display. This
requires the intervention of an
Authorized Maserati Dealerto reset
the system.
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Service coupons 1° 2° 3° 4° 5° 6° 7° 8° 9° 10° 11° 12°
Main operations Maintenance schedules: every 12500 mi (20000 km) or 2 years
Air injection system: connections and pipes
valvesIIIIIIIIIIII
Blow-by systemIII II
Fuel emission control system: lines,
connections and valvesIII III
Automatic transmission oil levelIIIIIIIIIIII
Differential oil levelIIIIIIIIIIII
Hydraulic steering fluid level (bleed if
necessary)IIIIIIIIIIII
Replace at least every 2 years
Engine coolant levelIIIIIIIIIIII
Replace at least every 2 years
Brake fluid level (bleed if necessary)IIIIIIIIIIII
Replace at least every 2 years
Brake system: lines, calipers, connections -
Efficiency of the dashboard warning lights
- Parking brake operationIIIIIIIIIIII
Wear condition of the braking parts
(rotors, pads); replace if necessaryIIIIIIIIIIII
Joints for front and rear suspensions, front
and rear under-chassis – Tightening
torquesIIIIIIIIIIII
Steering system components, joint
protection, rack trunks on the steering
levers and on the axle shaftsIIIIIIIIIIII
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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 (trunks - 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 the
Authorized Maserati Dealer. For
routine and minor maintenance
operations which you can carry outyourself, make sure that you have the
necessary experience and always use
suitable equipment, originalMaserati
spare parts (or equivalent) and the
prescribed fluids. Shall this not be the
case, do not carry any operation on
your own and contact anAuthorized
Maserati Dealer.
Onboard Diagnostic System
Your vehicle is equipped with a
sophisticated onboard diagnostic
system. 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 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 Dealerfor 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
drivability. The vehicle must be
serviced before any emissions tests
can be performed.
•Ifthe
MIL is flashing while the
engine is running, severe catalytic
converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service at
theAuthorized Maserati Dealeris
required.
Spare Parts
Use of genuine parts for normal or
scheduled maintenance and repairs is
highly recommended to ensure
excellent performance.
Damage or failures caused by
non-genuine spare parts used for
maintenance and repairs will not be
covered by the manufacturer's
warranty.
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• Return the cap and dipstick to their
position and wait for a few minutes
to allow the oil to reach the oil pan.
• Check the level again.
After topping up, the
engine oil
level warning light may not go off for
some time while the system is
performing the necessary checks. This
is normal.
Engine Oil Filter Replacement
The engine oil filter should be
replaced with a new filter at every oil
change.
Contact anAuthorized Maserati
Dealerto perform this service.
Automatic Transmission Oil Check
Contact anAuthorized Maserati
Dealerfor the oil level check.
Power Steering Fluid Level Check
With the vehicle on a level ground
and the engine cold, check the fluid
level of the power steering reservoir.
• To carry out the check, unscrew the
cap, clean the dipstick with a dry and
clean cloth.
• Retighten the cap then unscrew it
again and check the level: it should
match the “MAX” notch marked on
the dipstick. In hot oil conditions,the level may even exceed the
“MAX” notch.
• If necessary, top up with fluid
making sure that it has the same
characteristics as the one already
used in the system (refer to
“Refillings” in section “Features and
Specifications”).
CAUTION!
Make sure that the power steering
fluid does not come in touch with the
engine hot parts as it is flammable.
Engine Air Filter Replacement
Contact anAuthorized Maserati
Dealerto have the air filters replaced.
Wiper Maintenance and Blades
Replacement
WARNING!
It is dangerous to operate or service
the wiper blades with the wipers in
an active position (right multifunction
lever in any position different than
“OFF”) and with the key in the
ignition switch in the MAR (ON)
position. The rain sensors may
suddenly activate the wipers.
Windshield Wiper Maintenance
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies
depending on the geographical area’s
weather conditions where the car is
used and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present
with chattering, marks, water lines or
wet spots. If any of these conditions
are present, clean the wiper blades or
replace if necessary.
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper
blades and the windshield periodically
with a sponge or soft cloth and a mild
nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove
accumulations of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass
for long periods may cause
deterioration of the wiper blades.
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Parts to be refilled Quantity Product specifications
Engine cooling circuit 3.43 US gal/13 liters 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: SHELL GlycoShell or GlycoShell Long
Life.
Hydraulic power steering 0.26 US gal/1,0 liters +/-4% Oil: ATF TypeA-MB236.2.
Recommended oil: SHELL Donax TM.
Automatic transmission 2.63 US gal/10,03 liters Recommended oil: SHELL M1375.4 DEXTRON III.
Differential 2.4 lb/1,1 kg Recomended oil: SHELL Spirax S 75W140.
Braking system 0.29 US gal/1,1 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 5 FF.
CAUTION!
For each oil refilling and/or replacement, please contact anAuthorized Maserati Dealer.
Air conditioning system 1.32 lb +/-0.045 lb
600 g +/-20 gCoolant: R134a.
Air Conditioning
compressor0.053 US gal +/- 0.0026 US gal
200 ml +/- 10 mOil Type: PS-D1.
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Brakes
Self-ventilating disc brakes on the four
wheels.
• Front disc diameter: 14.1 in (360
mm).
• Rear disc diameter: 13 in (330 mm).
• 6-piston front brake caliper
(Dual-cast technology).
• 4-piston rear brake caliper.
The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) acts
on the rear wheels.
Transmission
Electro-hydraulically controlled
automatic transmission with 6 gears
(plus reverse), torque converter,
lock-up clutch and anti-slip function.
TRANSAXLE-type transmission.
Traction system equipped with rear
self-locking differential.
Suspension
Front and rear articulated
quadrilateral suspensions.
Skyhook adjustable damping
suspension (optional on MC version)
that allows the driver to choose two
settings for the shock absorbers,
depending on the road surface
conditions, speed and comfort.
Steering
Hydraulic speed-sensitive steering with
cooling exchanger system.
Steering diameter = 11.7 yd (10,7 m).
No. of steering wheel turns = 1.5 (to
the left and right).
Wheels
NOTE:
In order to maintain high performance
and safety level, Maserati
recommends to use tires equivalent to
the original size.
WARNING!
•The maximum speed reachable with
the tires (including winter tires) is
indicated by the tire manufacturer.
Always comply with the regulations
in force in the Country you are
driving in.
•Never exceed the maximum speed
indicated for the tires (including
winter tires): failure to respect the
max. speed may damage these tires.
Danger: risk of accident!
CAUTION!
• While respecting the specified sizes,
for the safe operation of the vehicle
it is also essential that it is equipped
with the same brand and type of
tires on all wheels.
• Do not use an inner tube with
Tubeless tires.
Standard Wheel Dimension
Light alloy rims 20” x 8.5J
(front)
20” x 10.5J
(rear)
- Front tires 245/35 ZR 20
- Rear tires 285/35 ZR 20
- Front winter tires 245/35 ZR 20
- Rear winter tires 285/35 ZR 20
Light alloy spare rim
(optional)18”x6J
- Spare tire 175/55 R 18
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