Warning and Indicator Lights
on Analog Instruments
Low Fuel Indicator on Fuel Gage
The illumination of the red indicator
inside the gage indicates that there
are approx. 4.7 Gallons (18 liters) of
fuel in the tank.
If the pointer positions on "0"
(beginning of scale) and the fuel
reserve indicator flashes, it means that
there is a system malfunction.
In this case, contact anAuthorized
Maserati Dealerto have the system
checked.
Telltales on Speedometer
Following telltales are displayed on
the fuel level gage and speedometer,
and related messages are visible for 10
seconds on the central sector of the
display, unless otherwise indicated.The telltales indicated with (*) are also
displayed on the TFT display (see “TFT
Display” paragraph in this chapter).
Charging System Warning Light
This warning light shows the
status of the electrical
charging system. If the light
stays on or comes on while
driving, turn off some of the vehicle's
non-essential electrical devices or
increase engine speed (if at idle). If
the charging system warning light
remains on, it means that the vehicle
is experiencing a problem with the
charging system. Require IMMEDIATE
service at anAuthorized Maserati
Dealer.
If jump starting is required, refer to
“Jump Start Procedures” in section “In
an Emergency”.Malfunction Indicator Light (*)
The Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL) is part of an
onboard diagnostic system
that monitors engine and
automatic transmission control
systems.
Under normal conditions, this
indicator light should switch on when
the key in the ignition switch is in
MAR (ON)position and switch off
soon after the engine is started.
This is a sign of the indicator light
working properly. If the indicator
remains lighted up or switches on
while driving, there is a failure in the
fuel supply/ignition and emission
control systems.
The failure could cause high exhaust
emissions, loss of performance, poor
vehicle handling and high
consumption levels.
Under these conditions you can
proceed slowly without forcing the
engine or driving at high speeds.
The indicator light will switch off if
the problem is solved.
The error will be registered by the
system in any case.
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CAUTION!
• When the key on the key in the
ignition switch is in theMAR (ON)
position and if the indicator light
does not switch on or if it switches
on while driving, contact an
Authorized Maserati Dealeras soon
as possible.
• Prolonged driving with the MIL on
could cause damage to the engine
control system. It also could affect
fuel economy and drivability. If the
MIL is flashing, severe catalytic
converter damage and power loss
will soon occur. Immediate service is
required.
Parking Lights Indicator
With the key removed from
the ignition switch, it indicates
that the parking lights are on.
Transmission Failure Warning Light (*)
Depending on the message
displayed it signals:
• a transmission failure. If the
failure permits, slowly drive
to the nearestAuthorized
Maserati Dealer;• a too high temperature of the
transmission oil. In this case, slow
down until the temperature goes
down to the normal values for use
(the warning light goes off).
For further information see chapter
“Automatic Transmission” in section
“Driving”.
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the
transmission temperature warning
light illuminated will eventually cause
severe transmission damage or failure.
WARNING!
If the transmission temperature
warning light is illuminated and you
continue operating the vehicle, in
some circumstances you could cause
the fluid to boil over, come in contact
with hot engine or exhaust
components and cause a fire.
High Beam Indicator
This indicator lights up when
the high beams are switched
on or when blinking.Low Oil Pressure Warning Light (*)
Under normal conditions, the
warning light illuminates
when the key in the ignition
switch is turned toMAR (ON)
position and goes off as soon as the
engine is started.
If the warning light stays or turns on
while driving, the engine oil pressure is
too low. The warning light is combined
with a displayed message. In this case,
turn the engine off immediately and
carry out the necessary checks.
Do not operate the vehicle until the
problem has been solved. This light
does not indicate the oil level. The
engine oil level must be checked with
the dipstick located under the hood
(see “Maintenance Procedures” in
section “Maintenance and Care”).
If the problem persists, contact an
Authorized Maserati Dealer.
Headlight On Indicator
This indicator will illuminate
when the position lights or
headlights are turned on.
For further details, see
“Lights” in section “Understanding the
Vehicle”.
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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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Manual Controls and Devices
SD, AUX and USB Ports
When an SD card is inserted into its
housing, the MTC+ is able to read it
and select multimedia files (music and
images) from the device.
By using the AUX and USB (full) inputs
it is possible to connect external
devices to the MTC+ (see chapter
“Interior features” in section
“Understanding the Vehicle”).
After connecting the device, by using
the MTC+ display softkeys, knobs on
the central console and controls at the
steering wheel, user can navigate
through the content of the connected
device and set its playing mode.
Multimedia Navigation Controls on
Central Console
The manual controls located on the
central console are a further interface
for the driver and nearby passenger,
that adds to the MTC+ display
softkeys. Using the manual controls,
the MTC+ display will work as a
graphic display of the inputs from the
controls.
Volume Control
By working this knob in “Radio”,
“SiriusXM Satellite Radio” (if available)
or “Media” mode, user can adjust thevolume of the radio or audio files,
from minimum to maximum and vice
versa. Turn knob clockwise to increase
the volume, anti-clockwise to decrease
it. The volume status will be indicated
in the top part of the MTC+ display.
Tune/Scroll Control
By working this knob in “Radio”,
“SiriusXM Satellite Radio” (if available)
or “Media” mode, user can shift
through the radio stations/channels or
scroll the tracks inside connected
external devices and confirm the
selection by pressing enter button.
In any other mode of the MTC+, use
this knob to scroll the list of available
options or to manage the cursor
movement in the lower bar of the
main menus. Then press enter button
to confirm the function or setting
highlighted on MTC+ display.
Browse/Mute Button
After selecting a function, using the
tune/scroll knob or softkeys on MTC+
display, press this button to see the
detail of the items/options of the
selected function. This button is also
used as short cut to display the phone
book, when the “Phone” menu is
selected, or the favorites when the
“Nav (Navigation)” menu is selected.
Press and hold this button for 2-3
seconds to mute the volume of the
radio or media files.
The volume mute status will be
indicated in the top part of the MTC+
display.
Back Button
Press this button to go back to
previous menu or previous screen.
Press this button to shift the
navigation one level backward on
MTC+ screen. If it is pressed and held
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for at least 2 seconds, it brings the
cursor back in the lower bar of the
main menus.
Enter Button
To confirm the function or setting
highlighted on MTC+ display. When in
"Radio" mode and the key in the
ignition switch inMAR (ON)position,
holding this button you can save your
preset stations.
With key not inserted in the ignition
switch or inSTOP (OFF)position,
pressing and holding this button for
2-3 seconds will turn off the MTC+
system. If pressed again and held for
2-3 seconds, the MTC+ will turn back
on.
Main Menu Bar on MTC+
Display
The softkeys located on the lower part
of the MTC+ display represent the
main menu modes/functions, which
are briefly indicated below.Main menu bar is set up by Maserati:
it can be customized according to
personal requirements, as explained in
“Customizing the Main Menu Bar” in
this chapter.
For further information refer to the
dedicated booklet included in the
owner documentation.
1. “Radio” softkey
Touch this softkey to enter the
Radio mode. The different tuner
modes: FM, AM, SiriusXM
Satellite Radio (if equipped) and
“Aha” App (for countries where
it is supported) can be selected
by touching the related softkeys
in the Radio mode.2. “Media” softkey
Touch this softkey to access
media sources such as: USB
Device, AUX, Bluetooth and SD
card as long as the requested
media is present.
3. “Controls” softkey
Touch this softkey to access the
“Screen Off” and “Settings”
features. Features can be
selected and turned on/off or
adjusted by touching the related
softkey (see “MTC+ “Controls”
Screen” in this section).
4.
(Apps) softkey
Touch this softkey to access
connected phone connection
options and user functions
settings.
5. “Trip” softkey
Touch this softkey to access the
trip features. Refer to “Onboard
Computer (Trip)” in section
“Driving” to choose from the
available options.
6. “Nav” softkey
Touch this softkey to access the
Navigation feature. Refer to the
MTC+ instruction manual for
further details.
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7. “Phone” softkey
Touch this softkey to access the
MTC+ Phone feature that can be
set or monitored via MTC+.
Touch one of these softkeys to access
the list of functions that the user can
set.
Touchscreen Display Warnings
CAUTION!
• Do NOT attach any object to the
touchscreen, doing so can result in
damage to the touchscreen.
• Do not press the screen with any
hard or sharp objects (pen, USB stick,
jewelry, etc.) which could scratch the
touchscreen surface.
• Do not spray any liquid or caustic
chemicals directly on the screen. Use
a clean and dry micro fiber lens
cleaning cloth in order to clean the
touchscreen.
• If necessary, use a lint-free cloth
dampened with a cleaning solution,
such as isopropyl alcohol, or an
isopropyl alcohol and water solution
ratio of 50:50. Be sure to follow the
solvent manufacturer’s precautions
and directions.
Switch OFF Touch screen Backlight
If the screen backlight becomes
annoying when driving, it is possible to
switch it off.
Switch off the screen backlight by
touching “Screen OFF” softkey in the
“Controls” screen of MTC+ display.
Customizing the Main Menu
Bar
The softkeys for the main functions of
the MTC+ system, indicated at the
bottom of the MTC+ display, can be
easily customized to suit user's
requirements, as follows:
• press
button to open
applications/settings screen;
• hold depressed and drag the icon
corresponding to the selected
function until it overlaps the one to
be replaced on the bottom bar.Once it is set in the menu bar, the new
connection will be immediately
operational.
Use the MTC+ Display as
Projection Device
If your smartphone is properly
connected to the vehicle via the USB
(full) port, in the
(Apps) screen in
place of “Phone” softkey and in the
source list of “Media” screen you can
find the “Apple CarPlay” (example
shown in picture) or the “Android
Auto” app softkey (according to the
MTC+ System installed). “Android
Auto” app needs to be downloaded
on your mobile device.
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