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• left-hand/right-hand vent air
distribution;
• fan speed (stepless change);
• compressor activation;
• air recirculation.
All the functions listed above can be
modified manually, i.e. the user can
select one or more of these functions
as desired, using the control panel.
The manual selections always have
priority over the automatic ones and
are memorized until the user chooses
the automatic control again.
When a function has been set
manually, the other automatic
functions will not be affected.
The following parameters/functions
can be set/modified manually:
• left-hand/right-hand side air
temperature;
• fan speed;
• air distribution on 7 positions
(left-hand/ right-hand);
• compressor activation;
• single/dual-zone distribution
priority;
• defrosting/defogging function (MAX
DEF);
• air recirculation;
• automatic/manual control of the
system;• heated rear window;
• system deactivation;
• opening/closing of air duct leading
to rear vents.
Activation
The system can be started up in a
number of ways. It is however
advisable to begin by pressing one of
the buttons10AUTO and using the
buttons1or2to set the desired
temperature. This way the system will
operate in fully automatic mode so
that the temperatures set will be
reached as quickly as possible.
In this condition, manual operations
will activate the following functions:
• MONO button7adjusts the air
temperature and distribution in the
two heating/air conditioning areas;
• REAR button12enables/disables the
air flow to the rear vents;
• button6turns off the compressor;
• button8activates/deactivates the
defrosting/defogging function on
the front side windows;
• button11activates/deactivates the
heated rear window.By altering any other parameter
manually, such as the air temperature
or distribution, these features switch
from the fully automatic control mode
(FULL AUTO) to manual mode (AUTO).
On starting the vehicle after stopping,
the various parameters are controlled
manually or automatically, depending
on the options selected by the user
before turning the engine off.
Therefore all the manual operations
performed before the vehicle is turned
off are stored and maintained for the
next start up.
This also applies to the OFF function
described below.
System Deactivation (OFF Function)
Press button3at the symbol “–” to
reset the fan speed: in this condition
the A/C system is disabled (OFF). It is
possible to manage both recirculation
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and heated rear window even when
the system is off.
To activate the A/C system again, select
one of the following options:
• Fan speed “+” (button3);
• A/C compressor (button6);
• MAX DEF (button8);
• AUTO (button10).
Recirculation
It is enabled by pressing button
and allows using only the air of
the passenger compartment.
The recirculation can operate in the
following modes:Automatic Mode
When the compressor is deactivated or
outside temperatures are below 37 °F
(3 °C), the automatic recirculation
function is deactivated automatically.
After prolonged operation (over 15
minutes in a row), the system
deactivates the recirculation function
automatically for safety reasons,
allowing the exchange of air once
again.
Forced Closed Recirculation
In this operating mode, the
illumination of the amber LED
indicates that the recirculation vent is
closed.
Forced Open Recirculation
In this operating mode, the LED turned
off indicates that the outside air intake
is open.
AUTO Mode
When this button is pressed (one
button per zone), automatic mode will
control the following functions once
again:
• air distribution (for the side
concerned);
• fan speed;
• compressor operation (illumination
of the ECON LED);
• air recirculation.
REAR Mode
Press the button REAR 12 (relative LED
illuminated) to open/close the air flow
to the rear vents.
This function is active in both “MONO”
and “DUAL-ZONE” modes.
System Initialization Procedure
Every time the battery is reconnected,
when the vehicle is started the system
must be initialized by activating the
compressor. The display automatically
shows the passenger compartment
temperatures set to 72 °F (22 °C).
The system is configured as follows:
• AUTO (automatic operation, the
words “FULL AUTO” appear on the
display);
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• compressor enabled (the LED on the
button is illuminated);
• defrosting/defogging function (MAX
DEF) deactivated (the LED on the
button is off);
• heated rear window deactivated
(the LED on the button is off);
• open recirculation (the LED on the
button is off);
• air ventilation and distribution are
set by the system;
• REAR disabled (the LED on the
button is off), the air flows to the
rear vents.
A/C Filter
The climate control system filters
outside air containing dust, pollen and
some odors. Strong odors cannot be
totally removed by A/C filter at the
entrance of the air climate system. See
“Maintenance Procedures” in section
“Maintenance and Care” for filter
replacement instructions.
Phone and Voice Controls
on Steering Wheel
The buttons on the left side of the
steering wheel activate/deactivate the
phone mode and the voice controls
functions.
These functions are only available
when one or more Bluetooth
®
compatible mobile phones are paired
with the MTC+ System connection: to
pair a phone and to learn all available
functions refer to the MTC+ guide.
NOTE:
On the Maserati website, at
www.maserati.com, or through the
Authorized Maserati Dealeryou may
consult the list of telephones that are
compatible with the MTC+, and their
level of compatibility.The voice command communication
system is fully integrated with the
vehicle's audio system.
The voice command volume can be
adjusted from the upper knob on the
central console (see “Infotainment
System” in this section or from the
steering wheel audio controls (see
“Audio Controls” in this section).
The system will automatically mute
the radio when using the phone
mode.
When activating the phone mode
using voice commands with
speakerphone, you should talk quietly
in a normal conversational tone by
keeping the driving position and
turning to the microphone of the
voice command system located in the
front dome console.
The ability of the system voice control
to recognize the user's voice
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Normal Starting of the
Engine
WARNING!
It is dangerous to run the engine in an
enclosed area. The engine consumes
oxygen and discharges carbon
dioxide, carbon monoxide and other
toxic gases in the atmosphere.
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 know 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
When you open a door to get into the
car, the instrument cluster turns on.
The TFT displays the complete
odometer, time, outside temperature
and the
open doors indicator.
Before starting the engine, close the
doors, adjust your seat, the inside and
outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt
and instruct all other occupants to
buckle their seat belts.
Make sure that the Electric Parking
Brake (EPB) is applied.
The shift lever must be in P (Park) or N
(Neutral) position before you can start
the engine. Apply the brakes before
shifting into any driving gear (see
“Automatic Transmission” in this
section).
CAUTION!
• Before starting the engine, switch off
the electrical devices with a high
power consumption (air-conditioning
and heating system, heated rear
window, headlights, etc.).
• Do not start the engine if the fuel
level in the tank is low.
Press the brake pedal and turn the key
in the ignition switch toMAR (ON)
position.
Instrument cluster displays the initial
sequence with warning light and
analog instruments test routine.
Turn the key intoAVVposition and
release it when the engine starts. The
key will return toMAR (ON)position
automatically.
Do not hold the key inAVVposition
for a long time.
If the engine fails to start, the starter
will disengage automatically after 10
seconds. If you wish to stop the
cranking of the engine prior to
starting it, turn the key toSTOP (OFF)
position.
If the engine does not start, turn the
key toSTOP (OFF)position and wait
for the gear display to go off. Then
repeat the entire procedure.
NOTE:
Normal starting of either a cold or a
warm engine is obtained without
pumping or pressing the accelerator
pedal.
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Materials Added to Fuel
All gasoline sold in the United States is
required to contain effective
detergent additives. Use of additional
detergents or other additives is not
needed under normal conditions and
they would result in additional cost.
Therefore, you should not have to add
anything to the fuel.
Fuel System Warnings
WARNING!
Follow these guidelines to maintain
your vehicle's performance:
•
The use of leaded gasoline is
prohibited by Federal and Provincial
law. Using leaded gasoline can impair
engine performance and damage the
emissions control system.
•The use of fuel additives, which are
now being sold as octane enhancers,
is not recommended. Most of these
products contain high
concentrations of methanol. Fuel
system damage or vehicle
performance problems resulting
from the use of such fuels or
additives is not the responsibility of
Maserati.
NOTE:
Intentional tampering with the
emissions control system can result in
civil penalties civil penalties and could
void the vehicle warranty.
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
WARNING!
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust
gases is deadly. Follow the
precautions below to prevent carbon
monoxide poisoning:
•Do not inhale exhaust gases. They
contain carbon monoxide, a
colorless and odorless gas, which
can kill. Never run the engine in a
closed area, such as a garage, and
never sit in a parked vehicle with
the engine running for an extended
period. If the vehicle is stopped in
an open area with the engine
running for more than a short
period, adjust the ventilation system
to force fresh, outside air into the
vehicle.
•Guard against carbon monoxide
with proper maintenance. Have the
exhaust system inspected every time
the vehicle is raised. Have anyabnormal conditions repaired
promptly. Until repaired, drive with
all side windows fully open.
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 know 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
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NOTE:
After an emergency staring, you
should contact anAuthorized
Maserati Dealeras the emergency
starting procedure will have to be
carried out every time you want to
start the engine.Auxiliary Jump-Start
Procedure
If your vehicle has a discharged
battery it can be jump-started using a
set of jumper cables and a battery of
another vehicle or by using a portable
battery booster. It is necessary to have
proper jumper cables in order to
connect the booster battery to the
remote posts of the discharged
battery. Booster cables have usually
positive and negative terminal clamps
and are identified by a different
sheath color (red = positive, black =
negative). Maserati provides on
request jumper cables created for its
models and content in a practical case.
NOTE:
TheAuthorized Maserati Dealercan
provide you with information about
the “Maserati Jumper Cables Kit”,
available in the “Genuine Accessories”
range.
Jump-starting can be dangerous if
done improperly so please follow the
procedures in this section carefully.NOTE:
When using a portable battery
booster pack, follow the battery
manufacturer’s operating instructions
and precautions.
CAUTION!
• To jump start a vehicle do not use a
portable battery, a booster pack or
any other booster source with a
system voltage greater than 14 Volts
or damage to the battery, starter
motor, alternator or electrical system
of the vehicle with the discharged
battery may occur.
• Do not use a battery charger for
emergency starting under any
circumstances. You could damage
the electronic systems, particularly
the control units managing the
ignition and fuel supply functions.
• If the battery is completely
discharged when the windows are
fully raised, open the door with the
utmost care; do not close the door
again until it is possible to lower the
window.
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Maintenance-Free Battery
This vehicle is equipped with a sealed
type maintenance-free battery. You
will never have to add water, nor is
periodic maintenance required.
WARNING!
•Battery fluid is a corrosive acid
solution and can burn or damage
the eyes. Do not allow battery fluid
to contact your eyes, skin, or
clothing. Do not lean with the face
over a battery. If acid splashes in
eyes or on skin, flush the area
immediately with large amounts of
water.
•Battery gas is flammable and
explosive. Keep flame or sparks
away from the battery. Do not use a
booster battery or any other booster
source with an output greater than
12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps
to touch each other.
•Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after
handling the battery.
•The battery in this vehicle has a vent
hose that should not be
disconnected and should only bereplaced with a component of the
same type (vented).
To Disconnect the Battery
The battery is fitted in the trunk
compartment.
To access the battery it is necessary to
remove the floor panel of the trunk
compartment and the inside covering
panel on the battery compartment as
already described in the chapter
"Auxiliary Jump-Start Procedure" in
section "In an Emergency".
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 know 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
CAUTION!
• Before disconnecting the battery,
open the trunk lid and lower the
windows by about 1.6-2 in (4-5
centimeters), to avoid damaging the
seal when opening and closing the
door. When the battery is connected,
this operation is performed
automatically when the door is
opened and closed. The windows
must remain lowered until the
charged battery is reconnected.
• If you need to disconnect the
battery, wait at least 30 seconds
from the last seat movement. If
disconnecting the battery before,
you will have to run the initialization
procedure described in the following
paragraph “To Reconnect the
Battery”.
• Never disconnect the battery from
the electrical system when the
engine is running.
• To temporarily disconnect the vehicle
electrical system from the battery,
simply remove the cable end with
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Pos. Amp. –
ColorSystem / Component
F39 15 A –
BlueNIM (Inside Roof
Node), NCL (Air
conditioning and
heating system
node), OBD socket,
CSA (Alarm system
siren ECU), CAV
(Motion sensing
alarm ECU), radio,
NAVTRAK
F40 30 A –
GreenHeated rear window
F41 - Not used
F42 7.5 A –
BrownNCL and windshield
wiper control
F43 30 A –
GreenWindshield
wiper/washer
(Connected Devices
Relay INT/A)
F44 20 A –
YellowFront and rear power
outlets (INT/A device
relay) front seat
heating (passenger
side)
F45 - Not used
F46 20 A –
YellowNPG/NPP locksPos. Amp. –
ColorSystem / Component
F47 30 A –
GreenNPG (Driver’s door
node)
F48 30 A –
GreenNPP (Passenger’s
door node)
F49 7.5 A –
BrownNVO (Steering wheel
node), CSG (Power
steering ECU), CSP
(Twilight/rain sensor
ECU), NIM (Inside
Roof Node), NCL,
Radio, CEM, CRP,
domelight molding,
NAVTRAK
F50 7.5 A –
BrownAir bag system
F51 7.5 A –
BrownNCA (Automatic
Gearbox Node)
F52 15 A –
BlueFront seat heating
(driver side) (INT/A
device relay)
F53 10 A –
RedRear fog lights
Fuses in Trunk Compartment
• To access the fuses, remove the floor
panel.• Remove the inside covering panel of
the battery compartment.
There are two control boxes.
• To access the fuses inside the control
boxes, remove the covers by levering
up the fastening tabs.
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