Always stop when the acoustic
signal becomes steady.
Stop & Go Feature
This function is enabled by the
manufacturer and it can be disabled
by the MTC+ (see chapter "MTC+
Settings" in section "Dashboard
Instruments and Controls"), select and
tick the “Stop & Go Parking Sensors”
feature.
When vehicle speed is equal to or
lower than 6 mph (10 km/h), this
function helps the driver under special
traffic conditions as it signals that the
vehicle before you is at a min.
distance.
System with Enabled Stop &
Go Feature
When the "Stop & Go" feature is
enabled through the MTC+, all sensors
are automatically enabled with the
key in the ignition switch turned to
MAR (ON)position, but they are not
displayed on the instrument cluster.
When the R (Reverse) gear is engaged
or an obstacle is detected, the
corresponding detection areas are
displayed on the instrument cluster. As
soon as the R (Reverse) gear is
disengaged, all sensors are still active:the rear ones for approx. 10 seconds
or until a speed of approx. 6 mph
(10 km/h) is exceeded, and the front
ones until a speed of approx. 6 mph
(10 km/h) is exceeded. When driving at
a speed equal to or lower than 6 mph
(10 km/h), as soon as the system
detects an obstacle, the front sensor
detection areas are displayed, and the
acoustic signals start to be emitted. If
no obstacle is detected for 10 seconds,
the displayed information disappears.
Front sensors can be temporarily
disabled by pressing
button in the
control panel next to the steering
wheel. The system will emit an
acoustic signal, and the button LED
will turn off. If
button is pressed
again, the acoustic signal and the LED
coming on will warn the driver that
sensors are now active again.
System with Disabled Stop &
Go Feature
With the "Stop & Go" feature disabled
through the MTC+, rear sensor
enabling/disabling logic is kept
unchanged. As for front sensors, the
“Stop & Go” function signal status will
not be changed if the
button in
the control panel next to the steering
wheel is pressed and front sensors will
be active and displayed on the
instrument cluster until speed will be
equal to or lower than 6 mph
(10 km/h).
Once this speed limit is exceeded, if
vehicle slows down below 6 mph
(10 km/h), sensors will not be enabled.
To enable them again, press
button.
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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 activate lane change function, tap
the lever up or down once, without
moving beyond the detent. The turn
signals (right or left) will flash three
times then automatically turn off.
This function is useful when
overtaking or changing lanes.NOTE:
If either light remains on and does not
flash, or flashes at a fast rate, check
for a defective outside light bulb. If an
indicator on instrument cluster fails
while moving the lever, then the
indicator bulb is probably defective.
High Beams and Flashing
To switch on the high beams with the
light switch in headlamp
or
“AUTO” position, shift the left-hand
multifunction lever onward.
A related
blue telltale will
illuminate on the tachometer.
By pulling the lever backward (toward
the steering wheel) you switch off the
high beams and switch on the low
beams.You can signal another vehicle with
your headlights by lightly pulling the
left-hand multifunction lever toward
you. This will turn on the high beams
headlights until the lever is released.
Flashing occurs also with lights off
(light switch in position “0”) if the key
in the ignition switch is inMAR (ON)
position.
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Audio Controls
The vehicle is equipped with audio
controls that allow both driver and
front passenger to operate the audio
system. These controls can be used to
adjust audio volume, change radio
station/channel or mode (FM, AM,
USB, etc).
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
On Front Side of Steering Wheel
The audio controls are rocker-type
switches and buttons located in the
front side of the steering wheel.
The function of these controls is the
following:
+Increases the sound system
volume.
–Decreases the sound system
volume.“Radio” mode: if pressed
briefly, search for the first
tunable station with higher
frequency.
“SiriusXM Satellite Radio” mode
(if available): if pressed briefly
goes to the next category
starting from the one currently
selected.
“Media” mode: if pressed
briefly, track fast forward.
“Radio” mode: if pressed
briefly, search for the first
station with a lower frequency
that can be tuned in to.
“SiriusXM Satellite Radio” mode
(if available): if pressed briefly
goes to the previous category
starting from the one currently
selected.
“Media” mode: if pressed
briefly, goes to the previous
track if selected within the first
3 seconds of track playing.
Otherwise the track is played
again from the beginning.
“Media” mode: if pressed
longer, track fast forward.
SRCMode selection: “Radio” or
“Media”.
Mute function on/off.
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NOTE:
“SiriusXM Satellite Radio” is the US
service only available in the 48
Continental United States and
Canadian markets. Subscription is
required. For further details refer to
the Maserati Touch Controls Plus
(MTC+) guide.
On Rear Side of Steering Wheel
These audio controls are rocker-type
switches with a button in the center
and are located on the rear side of the
steering wheel, right behind the front
audio switches (the picture shows the
audio controls on the left side).
These controls replicate the
functionality of the tune/scroll bottom
rotary knob on the central console.
The functionalities are the same on
both rocker-type switches.
By working these rocker-type switches
in “Radio” 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 the
central button.
In any other mode of the MTC+, use
these controls to scroll the list of
available options or to manage the
cursor movement in the lower bar ofthe main menus. Then press the
central button to confirm the function
or setting highlighted on MTC+
display.
Audio Controls on Central
Console
In “Radio” or “SiriusXM Satellite
Radio” (if available) mode, turn the
volume upper knob to set the audio
volume, or turn the tune/scroll bottom
knob to tune station.For further details, refer to
“Infotainment System” in this section.
When in “App” or “Settings” mode,
the tune/scroll bottom knob and the
browse
and enter buttons allow
you to scroll through the menus and
change the user’s settings (see “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”).
When in “Radio”, “SiriusXM Satellite
Radio” (if available) or “Media” mode
the browse
and enter buttons
allow you respectively to mute the
audio volume and to turn off the
MTC+ system.
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commands can be invalidated when
speaking too quickly or too loudly.
WARNING!
Any voice-controlled system should be
used only in safe driving conditions
following all applicable regulations.
Full attention should be kept on
driving. Failure to do so may result in
a collision causing serious injury or
death.
Phone Mode
By using the Phone buttonon the
steering wheel it is possible to:
activate the phone mode, start a call,
show recent incoming and outgoing
calls, show contacts list, etc.All these functions can also be reached
by using the touchscreen commands
on the MTC+ display in “Phone”
mode.
When pressing the buttonan
audible sound will invite you to impart
a command.
Information on incoming call is
indicated in a pop-up on instrument
panel display main area if this feature
is checkmarked on MTC+ (see “MTC+
Settings” in this section). Said
information will stay displayed until a
control is executed (e.g.: answer,
reject, etc.) for the incoming call.
The screen will only display the phone
number or name of caller (if available)
as long as this complies with system
specifications in terms of font and
number of characters.
Voice Commands
By using voice commands, after
pressing the
button on the
steering wheel, it is possible to control
the AM and FM radio, the SiriusXM
Satellite Radio (if available) and all
devices connected and managed by
the “Media” mode (i.e SD card,
USB/iPod player).
When pressing the button
an
acoustic signal will invite to give a
voice command.
NOTE:
For further details refer to the
Maserati Touch Control Plus (MTC+)
guide.
Siri Smart Personal Assistant
When a compatible iPhone or iPad
that supports Siri voice recognition is
paired to the vehicle, the
button
also activates the Siri Smart Personal
Assistant.
Siri requires mobile internet access
and its functionality might change
depending on the geographical area.
Through simple voice commands,
without taking your eyes off the road,
it may be possible to send messages,
make phone calls, create notes and
reminders, etc.
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Sequential manual operation can only
be selected from the D (Drive) position
whatever the function (SPORT,
NORMAL) active at the time of the
request. The gear selected by the
automatic transmission will remain
engaged when the transmission shift
lever is moved.
Shifting the lever back to D (Drive),
automatic operation will instantly be
resumed, and a gear will be engaged
based on the driving style and mode
selected.
In the event of a failure of the
sequential manual gearshift system,
the transmission ECU will select
automatic operation.
Gearshift Paddles Operation
In sequential manual operating mode
(MANUAL), upshifting and
downshifting can be controlled not
only with the transmission shift lever
but also with the two paddles
positioned behind the steering wheel.
"+": (UP): upper gearshift paddle.
"–": (DOWN): lower gearshift paddle.Also in automatic transmission mode,
when the transmission lever is in
position D (Drive), you can shift to a
different gear by moving one of the
paddles. This action will temporarily
switch the system to sequential
manual operation.
If you then keep to a constant driving
style (low longitudinal and lateral
acceleration), the gearbox
automatically switches back to
automatic operation.
Gear Shift Indicator Light
In order to improve fuel economy, we
recommend that you shift gears when
the system prompts you to do so. This
will help reduce fuel consumption
without significantly affecting vehicle
performance.
The arrow icon beside the displayed
gear will light up to indicate the
moment the gear change is required.This indicator lights up just before
reaching the required speed for gear
change.
When the new gear is engaged, the
indicator turns off. If the shift runs
late or is not performed at all, the
indicator remains lit for a few seconds
then turns off. As soon as new
conditions requiring further gear
change occur, the indicator light will
illuminate again.
NOTE:
The gearshift indicator will only work
when the transmission is set to manual
sequential operation (see paragraph
"Sequential Manual Operation
(MANUAL)" in this chapter).
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WARNING!
The wet performance (aquaplaning
resistance) will decrease
proportionally to the thickness of the
tread.
Tires Durability
The service life of a tire depends on
various factors including, but not
limited to:
• driving style;
• tire pressure;
• distance driven.
WARNING!
Tires and the spare tire (if equipped)
should be replaced after six years,
regardless of the remaining tread.
Failure to follow this warning could
result in tire failure.
Replacement Tires
NOTE:
In order to maintain high performance
and safety level under all driving
conditions, Maserati strongly
recommends to use tires equivalent to
the originals in size, quality and
performance when replacement is
needed.
For the size designation of your tire
see the label on the driver's side rear
door pillar or see table “Wheels” in
section “Features and Specifications”.
The “Load Index” and “Speed Symbol”
for your tire will be found on the
original equipment tire sidewall.
It is recommended to replace the two
front tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Replacing just one tire can seriously
affect your vehicle’s handling.
If you ever replace a wheel assembly,
make sure that the wheel’s
specifications (valve, TPMS sensor and
tire) match those of the original
wheels. Failure to use equivalent
replacement tires may adversely affect
the safety, handling, and ride of your
vehicle.
YourAuthorized Maserati Dealeris
available to provide suggestions as tothe types of tires most suited to the
use foreseen by the Customer.
WARNING!
•Do not use a tire, wheel size or
rating other than that specified for
your vehicle. Some combinations of
unapproved tires and wheels may
change suspension dimensions and
performance characteristics,
resulting in altered steering,
handling, and braking operations of
the vehicle. This can cause
unpredictable handling and stress to
steering and suspension
components. Use only the tire and
wheel sizes with load ratings
appointed for your vehicle.
•Never use a tire with a smaller load
index or capacity, other than what
was originally equipped on your
vehicle. Using a tire with a smaller
load index could result in tire
overloading and failure.
•Always check the maximum speed
rating on the tire sidewall on any
tire on the vehicle.
•Never exceed the maximum speed
rating of the tires. Risk of accident
and serious personal injury due to
excessive speed.
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