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Interior Components..................................... 70
Front Seats............................................ 74
Comfort Pack Front Seats.................................. 76
Rear Seats............................................. 78
Steering Wheel Adjustment................................ 79
Rearview Mirrors........................................ 80
Lights................................................ 82
Windshield Wipers and Washers............................ 89
Soft Top............................................... 92
Windstop (optional)..................................... 100
Interior Features....................................... 102
Cargo Area........................................... 107
HomeLink (for versions/markets, where provided).............. 108
Air Conditioning Distribution............................. 112
Sport Skyhook Suspension
(for versions/markets, where provided)..................... 114
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Front Seats
Seats and seat belts are part of the
Occupant Restraint System of the
vehicle. For further information, see
chapter “Occupant Restraint System”
in Section “Before Starting”.
WARNING!
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.
Seat Adjustments
The seats can only be adjusted with
the key in the ignition switch inMAR
(ON)position.
It is however possible, when the door
is closed, to operate the seat for
approx. 15 seconds after turning the
key toSTOP (OFF)position and then
for other 15 seconds after the last
operation.
The power seats switches are located
on the outboard side of the seat
cushion.
Use the front switch1to move the
seat up or down, forward or rearward
or to recline the seat cushion.
Use the switch2to adjust the lumbar
support and recline the seatback.Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment
The seat can be adjusted both forward
and rearward.
Push the seat switch1forward or
rearward, the seat will move in the
direction of the switch.
Release the switch1when the desired
position is reached.
Seat Up/Down Adjustment
The height of the seat can be adjusted
up- or downward.
Grip switch1from the center and push
it down or up.
Release the switch1when the desired
position is reached.
CAUTION!
If the seat's movement does not work,
make sure that the corresponding fuse
is not tripped (see chapter “FuseReplacement” in section “Maintenance
and Care”).
Seat Tilt Control (Up/Down)
The angle of the seat cushion can be
adjusted in four directions.
Pull upward or push the front of the
switch1, to move the front cushion
seat in the direction of the switch.
Release the switch1when the desired
position is reached.
Perform the same maneuver by acting
on the back of the switch1.
Seatback Inclination Control
The angle of the seatback can be
adjusted forward or rearward.
Push the seatback switch2forward or
rearward, the upper seatback will
move in the direction of the switch.
Release the switch2when the desired
position is reached.
WARNING!
Sitting in a reclined position while the
vehicle is in motion could be
dangerous. The seatback should not
be tilted back too far.
The 3-point shoulder/lap belt must be
firmly secured against the occupant’s
body in order to function properly.
Therefore, both the driver’s and
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•Once a heat setting is selected, heat
will be felt within 2 to 5 minutes.
Comfort Screen Page
If the vehicle is equipped with
“Comfort Pack Front Seats” option,
press the “MODE” button to display
the screen page showing the
operating status of the heating system
for each seat.
The user can view the following
information:
• Seat indication.
• Heating level.
This screen page remains displayed for
10 seconds, as shown in figure.Once you have chosen the seat to be
heated, press "+" or "–" buttons to
change the heating level.
Driver Memory Seat
This feature allows the driver to store
up to three different memory profiles
for easy recall through the buttons on
the outer side of the seat cushion.
Each memory profile contains desired
position settings for the driver seat,
outside side mirrors and power tilt
and telescopic steering column.The memory procedure is only possible
with the key in the ignition switch
turned inMAR (ON)position.
Adjust the position of the seat, the
outside rearview mirrors and the
steering wheel.
Engage R (Reverse) gear and position
the passenger’s outside mirror again
to ensure the best possible visibility
for reversing, then disengage R
(Reverse) gear.
Next press one of the three buttons
“1”, “2” or “3”, each corresponding to
a memorizable position, for more than
3 seconds until you hear a
confirmation tone.
Lumbar support adjustment is not
included in the seat position storage
procedure.
The memorization of a new seat
position cancels the one previously
stored with that particular button.
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To recall one of the stored positions
with the door open, press the relative
button “1”, “2” or “3” briefly.
To recall a stored position with the
door closed, press the corresponding
button until hearing a tone that
confirms the seat has stopped.
NOTE:
•To stop the seat, press one of the
buttons - “1”, “2” or “3” -, or one of
the adjustment controls.
•Malfunctioning of the seat control
unit is indicated by a sequence of 5
tones emitted when the key in the
ignition switch is turned toSTOP
(OFF)position. Contact an
Authorized Maserati Dealerto have
the malfunction corrected.
Each system is independent of the
others and can be operated separately
using specific buttons for each seat.
System Initialization Procedure
Following any power cut-out (e.g.
after using the battery master switch
or dead battery), check the seats to
ensure that they are operating
properly when the power supply is
available.
Perform the following procedures on
both seats in the event of a
malfunction.The key in the ignition switch must be
inSTOP (OFF)position and the door on
the side of the seat concerned closed.
Open the door and begin the
following procedure within 5 seconds,
then complete it within 10 seconds:
• forward - STOP;
• backward - STOP;
• forward - STOP;
• backward - STOP;
• tilt the seatback fully forward and
wait until the seat performs two
complete travels (forward and
backward);
• move the seatback to its normal
upright position.
NOTE:
If you need to disconnect the battery,
wait at least 30 seconds from the last
seat movement. If you disconnect the
battery before, you will have to run
the initialization procedure.
Seatback Facilitated Tilt
This function only active when the
door is open, moves the seat forward
automatically when the seatback is
reclined forward to facilitate access to
the rear seat or exiting the vehicle. The
seat returns to their original position
when the seatback is tilted back again.Rear Seats
Rear seats can fit two passengers.
Seats and seat belts are parts of the
occupant restraint system of the
vehicle.
WARNING!
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.
NOTE:
See chapter “Occupants Restraint
Systems” in section “Before Starting”
for seat belt positioning.
Rear Head Restraints
Rear seats are equipped with fixed
head restraints.
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Rear Armrest
It is located between the two seats
and cannot be moved.
Steering Wheel
Adjustment
This feature allows you to tilt the
steering column upward or downward
or to lengthen or shorten it in order to
adjust the steering wheel to an
optimized position.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering
column/wheel while driving.
Adjusting the steering column/wheel
while driving could cause the driver to
lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the
steering column/wheel is adjusted
before driving your vehicle. Failure to
follow this warning may result in
serious injury or death.
Power Adjustment
The power tilt/telescoping steering
column/wheel switch is located on the
lower left side of the steering column.
It can only be adjusted if the key in
the ignition switch is inMAR (ON)
position.
To adjust the tilt of the steering
column/wheel, move the switch up or
down as desired.To lengthen or shorten the steering
column/wheel, pull the switch toward
you or push the switch away from you
as desired.
The steering wheel position is
memorized, together with the
position of the outside rearview
mirrors, when the driver’s seat
position is stored.
Driver's "Easy Entry/Exit"
Function
The "Easy Entry/Exit" function helps
the driver when entering/exiting the
vehicle.
This function is activated when the
door is opened only if the key has
been extracted from the ignition
switch or is inSTOP (OFF)position.
When the driver exits the vehicle, the
steering wheel moves upward.
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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
Tightening of screws, nuts and bolts
(including those for the exhaust system),
connections, retaining clips and clampsIIIIIIIIIIII
Pollen filterRRRRRRRRRRRR
Replace every 2 years. In the event that the vehicle is frequently used in
dusty or strongly polluted environments, a more frequent replacement is
recommended
Starter motor and alternator: power
absorption and chargeIII II
Vehicle geometry checkIIIIIIIIIIII
Controls and adjustment systems in
general, hinges, doors, front and rear lidIIIIIIIIIIII
Correct operation and reliability of the
seats and seat beltsIIIIIIIIIIII
Fastening screws and nuts on the
bodyworkIIIIIIII
Headlight aimingIIIIIIIIIIII
Chassis and protected area intactnessIIIIIIIIIIII
Check every 2 years
Treatment of the leather interiors and soft
top canvasIIIIII
Soft top: check operation and sealing
stripsIIIIIIIIIIII
Vehicle road test (any time this may be
necessary)IIIIIIIIIIII
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Inside Rearview Mirror........81
Mirrors Positioning...........80
Outside Mirrors.............80
MTC+ “Controls” Screen........141
MTC+ Settings - Customer
Programmable Features.......141
MTC+ System (Maserati Touch
Control Plus), Controls........138
Onboard Computer (Trip).......167
Onboard Diagnostics System.....183
ORC
(Occupant Restraint Controller) . . .50
Park Assist...................60
Parking....................176
Parking Brake...............174
Emergency Release of Parking
Brake...................220
Parking (Camera)..............63
Part Service..................11
Pets, transporting.............59
Phone/Bluetooth
Phone and Voice Controls on
Steering Wheel.............155
Phone/Bluetooth, Customer
settings..................147
Phone Mode..............156
Voice Commands...........156
Pollution Control Devices.......207
Power Outlets...............102
Refillings...................276Refueling..................202
Reporting Safety Defects.........10
Restraint System
Child Restraint Systems........54
Occupant Restraint System......38
Roadside Assistance Program......15
Safety
Child Restraint Systems........54
Occupant Restraint System......38
Safety Tips.................65
Supplemental Restraint System -
Air bags..................46
Scheduled Maintenance Service . . .232
Scheduled Service Plan.........234
SD Memory Card, USB and AUX
Ports.....................132
Seat Belt
Load Limiting Devices.........44
Loking Retractor (ALR) Mode....43
Rear Passenger Seat Belts.......42
Seat Belt Reminder Light
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Seat Belt Reminder System (SBR) . .45
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women . .45
Seat Belts Pretensioners........44
Three-Point Seat Belts.........40
Three-Point Seat Belts Untwisting
Procedure.................42
Seats, Front..................74
Front Seats Cupholders.......103
Power Lumbar..............75
Seat Adjustment.............74
Seatback Tilt...............75Seats, Rear..................78
Rear Armrest...............79
Rear Head Restraints..........78
Rear Seats Cupholders........104
Service and Warranty............8
Siri Smart Personal Assistant.....156
Skyhook Suspension...........114
Smoking Kit.................106
Snow Chains................193
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) -
Air Bags...................46
Start the Engine
Engine Start Failure..........159
Normal Starting of the Engine . .158
Steering Wheel Adjustment.......79
Phone and Voice Controls on
Steering Wheel.............155
Stored, Vehicle...............269
Stuck Vehicle, Freeing..........223
Symbols....................12
Tank, Fuel Refill..............202
Technical Data...............279
Telltales
Telltales on Speedometer......119
Telltales on Tachometer.......121
TFT Display: Warning/Indicator
Lights...................124
TFT Display
Controls..................124
Menus and Settings..........124
Screen Pages..............125
Tire Repair Kit...............214
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