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Mobile Phone Pocket
Central console on passenger's side is
fitted with a pocket for housing a
mobile phone or small objects.
CAUTION!
Do not put heavy or sharp objects in
the pocket.
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 “Tire and
Loading Information Label”
positioned on the rear driver door's
pillar.
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) for
either the front or rear axle.
The GVWR is the total allowable
weight of your vehicle. This includes
driver, passengers, and cargo.
The maximum load which may be
carried in the rear luggage
compartment is 66 lbs (30 kg).
WARNING!
Do not exceed the GVWR, or front or
rear GAWR. Exceeding these limits
may lead to poor handling, vehicle
instability or tire damage which could
cause a crash in which you or others
could be seriously injured or killed.
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.
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Sport Skyhook Suspension
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
The electronic system controlling the
vehicle suspension uses the
sophisticated on board sensors and is
aimed at optimizing vehicle
performance.
The system is capable of constantly
monitoring suspension damping by
means of the actuator fitted on each
shock absorber (Skyhook type). This
way, the shock absorber setting is
suited to the road surface conditions
and vehicle dynamics, thus improving
passenger comfort and road-holding.
By pressing button “SPORT” on the
central console, the driver can choose,
even while driving, a normal or
dynamic-type setting for the
suspension, depending on their own
driving style.This way, the system operates with a
shock absorber “softer” setting in
NORMAL drive mode, and a “harder”
setting if SPORT drive mode is selected
(see “Drive Mode” in section
“Driving”).
The strategy used by the system
controlling suspension damping is
aimed at reducing the vertical
oscillations of the vehicle (rolling and
pitching) to a minimum.
The activation of SPORT drive mode
sets the suspension for sports-style
driving and acts on the ASR and
gearbox systems as well, modifying
their setting for dynamic-style driving.
System Components
The system is controlled by an ECU
which manages the solenoid valves on
each shock absorber in response to the
sensor signals, thus adjusting
suspension damping and setting.The sensors which enable the ECU to
calculate the vehicle speed, vertical
and side acceleration, as well as the
instantaneous braking system
pressure, thereby controlling
suspension damping, are the
following:
• front left-hand vertical acceleration
sensor;
• front right-hand vertical acceleration
sensor;
• rear vertical acceleration sensor;
• front left-hand wheel acceleration
sensor;
• front right-hand wheel acceleration
sensor;
• lateral acceleration sensor;
• driving speed sensor;
• brake pedal switch.
Self-diagnostics
Whenever the engine is started, the
system performs a self-diagnostic
cycle. If a malfunction is found, the
amber warning light is displayed
accompanied by the message “Check
suspensions” (see paragraph
"Malfunction Indicators" in this
chapter).
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Left Turn Signal Indicator Light
The indicator lights up when
the left turn signals or the
hazard flashers are turned on.
The indicator light will flash at
the same frequency of the turn signals
and is controlled by the left
multifunction lever.
If the vehicle electronics sense that the
vehicle drives for more than 1 mile
(1.6 km) with either turn signal on, a
continuous sound will alert the driver
to turn the signal off.
If the indicator flashes at a rapid rate,
check for a defective exterior light
bulb.
Rear Fog Light Indicator
This indicator lights up when
the rear fog lights are
switched on.
Tire Pressure Monitoring Light (*)
This indicator light is
connected to the Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS).
Under normal conditions, the
warning light should illuminate when
the key in the ignition switch is in
MAR (ON)position and should go off
as soon as the engine is started.
If the warning light remains lit or
illuminates while driving, the pressureof one or more tires is too low: the
related message will be displayed.
If the warning light flashes prior to
remain on, it indicates that the system
is temporarily unavailable.
This warning light illuminates even
when you calibrate the TPMS and
remains lit until the system is
calibrated.
Please refer to “Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS)” in section
“Driving” for further information.
Telltales on Tachometer
Following telltales are displayed on
the tachometer and related messages
are visible for 10 seconds on the
central sector of the display, unless
otherwise indicated (see “TFT Display”
in this chapter).Anti-Lock Brake Light (*)
This light, and its related
message, indicate possible
malfunctions of the Anti-Lock
Brake System (ABS).
The light will turn on when the key in
the ignition switch is inMAR (ON)
position and may stay on for 4
seconds. If the ABS light remains lit or
turns on while driving, the Anti-Lock
portion of the brake system is not
functioning and requires service.
However, the conventional brake
system will continue to operate
normally if the
indicator light is
switched off. If the ABS light turns on
while driving, or if it does not switch
on when the key in the ignition switch
is inMAR (ON)position, please visit as
soon as possible anAuthorized
Maserati Dealerin order to restore the
Anti-Lock brakes functions.
Seat Belt Reminder Light (*)
When the key in the ignition
switch is inMAR (ON)
position, the seat belt
reminder light will light up for
a few seconds as a bulb check.
During the bulb check, you will hear
an acoustic signal if one or both front
seat belts are unbuckled.
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After the bulb check or while driving,
if driver or front passenger seat belt is
unbuckled, together with the acoustic
signal the seat belt reminder light will
light up.
WARNING!
Maserati urges you to use the seat
belts correctly fastened and adjusted
at all times. Correct use of the seat
belts can help reduce the risk of
serious injury in the event of an
accident. Do not pass seat belts over
sharp edges: they could tear. Do not
pin anything to the seat belts. This
could reduce their initial strength and
cause them to tear in the event of a
crash.
Refer to “Occupants Restraint
Systems” in section “Before Starting”
for further information.
Low Brake Fluid Warning Light (*)
This warning light illuminates
when the brake fluid level
drops below the minimum
level. If accompanied by a
specific message, it indicates an EBD
system failure.
In this case, do not apply the brakes
suddenly, since this may cause an earlylocking of the rear wheels. Driving
extremely carefully, immediately go to
the nearestAuthorized Maserati
Dealerto have the system checked.
WARNING!
If the warning light illuminates while
driving, immediately check the brake
fluid level. If the fluid is below the
minimum level, there may be a leak in
the circuit. Contact an Authorized
Maserati Dealer before driving further.
Air bag/Pretensioner Warning Light (*)
This warning light will
illuminate for a few seconds
for a bulb check when the key
in the ignition switch is in
MAR (ON)position. If the light does
not illuminate while starting the
engine, stays lit, or switches on while
driving, have the system checked at an
Authorized Maserati Dealeras soon as
possible.
In the latter case, the message will
remain displayed.
See “Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) – Air bags” in section “Before
Starting” for further information.
WARNING!
If the indicator light remains ON or if
it does not illuminate or illuminates
while driving, contact an Authorized
Maserati Dealer as soon as possible.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Malfunction Indicator Light (*)
This indicator light on the
instrument cluster will display
when the key in the ignition
switch is inMAR (ON)position.
It should switch off by starting the
engine.
If the light stays on with the engine
running, there is a malfunction in the
ESC system.
If the light still stays on after several
ignition cycles, and the vehicle has
been driven for several kilometers at
more than 30 mph (48 km/h) speed,
visit anAuthorized Maserati Dealeras
soon as possible to have the problem
diagnosed and restored.
NOTE:
Each time the key in the ignition
switch is turned inMAR (ON)position:
•The ESC off indicator light and the
ESC malfunction indicator light
illuminate temporarily.
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•The ESC system will be on, even if it
was turned off previously. The ESC
system will make buzzing or clicking
sounds when active. This is normal;
the sounds will stop when ESC
becomes inactive by solving the
problem that caused the ESC
activation.
Air Bag Malfunction Warning Light (*)
The warning light flashes to
indicate a malfunction of the
warning light.
WARNING!
•Turning the key in the ignition
switch to MAR (ON) position, the air
bag malfunction warning light
illuminates but should go off after a
few seconds with the engine
running.
•If the air bag malfunction warning
light remains on or stays on or if it
does not illuminate or if it
illuminates while driving, contact
your Authorized Maserati Dealer as
soon as possible.
Right Turn Signal Indicator
This indicator lights up when
the right turn signals or the
hazard flashers are switched
on.
The indicator will flash at the same
frequency of the turn signals and is
controlled by the left multifunction
lever.
If the vehicle electronics sense that the
vehicle drives for more than 1 mile
(1.6 km) with either turn signal on, a
continuous sound will advise the
driver to turn the signal off.
If the indicator flashes at a fast rate,
check for a defective outside indicator
light bulb.
Maserati CODE Warning Light (*)
With the key in the ignition
switch inMAR (ON)position,
the amber warning light in
the instrument cluster and on
the display illuminates when the
system detects the following faults:
• alarm system not available;
• electronic key not detected;
• have the vehicle protection system
checked.
Or when the user is informed of the
following events:
• vehicle break-in detected;• electronic key not recognized.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF
Indicator Light
This indicator notifies that the
Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) is disabled; the linked
message will be displayed.
Parking Brake Engaged Indicator
This indicator light illuminates
when the parking brake is
applied.
Brake Pads Worn Warining Light (*)
This warning light illuminates
on the instrument cluster
when the brake pads have
reached their wear limit.
Please contact anAuthorized Maserati
Dealer.
High Coolant Temperature Warning
Light
The thermometer in the instrument
cluster indicates the temperature of
the coolant. If the needle indicates
high temperatures and at the same
time the warning light comes on, stop
the vehicle immediately and have the
cooling system checked by an
Authorized Maserati Dealer.
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Adaptive Light Control System Failure
Warning Light
This warning light, and the
related message, indicate a
failure of the automatic
headlight aiming system.
Please contact anAuthorized Maserati
Dealerto check the system.
ASR System Failure Warning Light
This warning light indicates
the deactivation or failure of
the ASR system.
In the event of a failure,
contact anAuthorized Maserati
Dealer.
Rain Sensor Failure Warning Light
This warning light indicates
that the rain sensor of the
windshield wiper system is
faulty.
Please contact anAuthorized Maserati
Dealerto check the system.
Park Assist Sensor Failure Warning
Light
This warning light indicates
that the sensor of the park
assist system is faulty.
Please contact anAuthorized
Maserati Dealerto check the system.Suspensions Failure Warning Light
This warning light and the
related message turn on while
driving if there is a failure of
the suspension system.
Please contact anAuthorized Maserati
Dealerto check the system.
Ice Hazard Indicator
When the external
temperature falls below 3°C
(38°F), the temperature value
blinks for a few seconds, the
warning light turns on and a message
is displayed to warn the driver of the
risk of icy roadbed.
Under such conditions, we recommend
using the ICE drive mode (see
“Automatic Transmission” in section
“Driving”) drive carefully and slow
down as the grip of the tires may be
significantly reduced.
The warning light switches off when
the temperature reaches 6°C (43°F) or
higher.
EPB Automatic Operation Disabled
Warning Light
This warning light and related
message illuminate when the
EPB automatic activation/
deactivation function is
disabled.The failure could also completely or
partially block the vehicle because the
parking brake could remain on even
after it has been automatically or
manually disengaged though its
controls.
If it is still possible to use the vehicle
(parking brake not engaged) drive to
the nearestAuthorized Maserati
Dealerand remember to perform each
operation/command during which the
electric parking brake does not work.
Seat Heating Indicator
It indicates that the heating
function is activated on one or
more seats.
Maintenance Schedule Indicator
Depending on the
accompanying message, this
indicates that service schedule
deadlines are either
approaching or due.
Upon reaching a deadline, contact an
Authorized Maserati Dealer.
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5 – Driving
Normal Starting of the Engine............................. 148
Automatic Transmission.................................. 150
Onboard Computer (Trip)................................ 157
Drive Mode........................................... 159
Parking Brake......................................... 164
Parking.............................................. 166
Brake and Stability Control System......................... 167
Using the Brakes....................................... 171
Use of the Engine...................................... 173
Cruise Control (CC)...................................... 175
Tires - General Information............................... 177
Tire Pressure Monitoring System - TPMS...................... 184
Fuel Requirements...................................... 189
Refueling............................................. 192
Driving Conditions...................................... 194
Pollution Control Devices................................. 197
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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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