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
Warning Symbols
Catalytic converter
Do not park the vehicle
over flammable materials.
Refer to chapter “Pollution
Control Devices” in section
"Driving".
Engine - Engine Oil Filler
Cap
Engine oil. We recommend
you use oil with the
characteristics indicated in
chapter “Refillings” in
section “Features and
Specifications”.
Hydraulic steering
reservoir
Power steering fluid. Do
not exceed max. level. We
recommend you use liquid
with the characteristics
indicated in chapter
“Refillings” in section
“Features and
Specifications”.
Brake fluid reservoir
Brake fluid type DOT 4. Do
not exceed max. level. We
recommend you use fluid
with the characteristics
indicated in chapter
“Refillings” in section
“Features and
Specifications”.
Radiator coolant expansion
reservoir
Use antifreeze liquid for
radiators with the
characteristics indicated in
chapter “Refillings” in
section “Features and
Specifications”.
Windshield washer fluid
reservoir
Windshield washer. We
recommend you use liquid
with the characteristics
indicated in chapter
“Refillings” in section
“Features and
Specifications”.
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Windshield Wipers and
Washers
The multifunction lever on the
right-hand side of the steering column
operates the windshield wipers and
washer when the key in the ignition
switch is turned inMAR (ON)position.
The windshield washer and headlight
washer share the same fluid reservoir,
and a low fluid level is indicated by the
same warning light and by the
message on the instrument cluster.
To refill the fluid, see “Maintenance
Procedures” in section “Maintenance
and Care”.
Windshield Wipers
Starting from the not-active position
"OFF", the right-hand multifunction
lever can be moved downward (threestable positions) or upward (one
unstable position).
AUTOAutomatic operation. In this
position the rain sensor
adapts the windshield wiper
frequency to the intensity of
the rain.
1Slow continuous operation.
2Fast continuous operation.
– Fast temporary operation by
pushing the multifunction
lever upward.
CAUTION!
• Turn the windshield wipers off when
driving through an automatic car
wash. The windshield wipers may bedamaged if the wiper control is left
in any position other than “OFF”.
• In cold weather, always turn off the
wiper switch and allow the wipers to
return to the park position before
turning off the engine. If the wiper
switch is left on and the wipers
freeze to the windshield, the wiper
motor may be damaged when the
vehicle is restarted.
• Always remove any buildup of snow
that prevents the windshield wiper
blades from returning to the off
position. If the windshield wiper
control is turned off and the blades
cannot return to the off position, the
wiper motor may be damaged.
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Windshield Washers and
Headlight Washers
To use the washer, pull toward the
steering wheel the right-hand
multifunction lever (toward the
steering wheel) and hold it as long as
washer spray is desired.
If you activate the washer while the
windshield wiper control is in the
automatic intermittent range, the
wipers will operate for a few wipe
cycles after releasing the lever and
then resume the previously selected
intermittent interval.
If you activate the washer while the
windshield wiper is turned off (OFF)
the wipers will operate for three wipe
cycles and then turn off.WARNING!
•Do not start the windshield washer
during the cold months until the
windshield has warmed up. If it has
not warmed up, the liquid could
freeze on the glass and block your
view.
•Sudden loss of visibility through the
windshield could lead to a collision.
You might not see other vehicles or
other obstacles. To avoid sudden
icing of the windshield during
freezing weather, warm the
windshield with the defroster before
and during windshield washer use.
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 awell-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
Headlight Washers
The right-hand multifunction lever
also operates the headlight washers
when the key in the ignition switch is
inMAR (ON)position and the
headlights are turned on.
The headlight washers will spray a
timed high pressure spray of washer
fluid when the windshield washer is
started.
The headlight washers are deactivated
if the vehicle speed exceeds 75 mph
(120 km/h).
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Engine Temperature Warning Light
This warning light coupled
with the light on the coolant
thermometer notifies when
the engine is overheated. If
the temperature reaches critical levels
this warning light will illuminate in red
color combined with the related
message on display.
If the indicator light switches on while
driving, safely pull over and stop the
vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it
off. Also, shift the transmission into N
(Neutral) and idle the vehicle. If the
temperature does not return to
normal, immediately turn the engine
off and contact anAuthorized
Maserati Dealer.
Check “Engine Overheating” in section
“In an Emergency” for more
information.
Doors and Lids Open Warning Light
This warning light indicates
that the doors or lids are open
or not properly closed. The
instrument cluster display also
shows an image of the vehicle with the
part not closed highlighted in red and
the related message.
WARNING!
Before starting off, close any doors
and lids that are open or not properly
closed.
Fuel Cutout Enabled Warning Light
This warning light illuminates
when a collision activates the
inertia switch, thus cutting off
the fuel supply.
WARNING!
After a collision, if you smell fuel or
note leakages from the fuel system,
do not reactivate the switch in order
to prevent the risk of fire.
Windshield and Headlights Washer
Low Fluid Indicator
This indicator will illuminate
for 10 seconds to indicate a
low level of the windshield
and headlights washer fluid. A
related message will be displayed.
See “Maintenance Procedures” in
section “Maintenance and Care” for
fluid filling.Lighting System Failure Warning Light
This warning light illuminates
in the case of a system failure
or burning-out of the position,
turn signal, rear fog and
license plate light bulbs.
See "Bulb Replacement" in section
"Maintenance and Care" for further
details.
Stop Light Failure Warning Light
This warning light illuminates
in the case of a system failure
or burning-out of the stop
light bulbs.
See "Bulb Replacement" in section
"Maintenance and Care" for further
details.
Twilight Sensor Failure Warning Light
This warning light illuminates
in the case of a failure of the
twilight sensor.
Contact anAuthorized
Maserati Dealerto have the vehicle
checked.
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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
Update navigation maps with the latest
version availableIIIIIIIIIIII
I= Inspect and carry out any other necessary operation
A= Adjust
R= Replace
NOTE:
All the operations marked with an
asterisk(*)in the “Scheduled Service
Plan” are not compulsory but rather
recommended, in the event that the
vehicle is frequently used in
heavy-traffic conditions or on dusty or
sandy roads. The warranty concerning
emissions and the Manufacturer's
responsibility to recall the vehicle in
case of problems shall not be
invalidated if the Customer does not
carry out the operations marked with
the asterisk(*).
Periodic Maintenance
Every 300 mi (500 km) or before long
journeys
Check:
• engine coolant;
• windshield washer fluid level;
• tire inflation pressure and condition;• operation of lighting system
(headlights, turn signals, hazard
warning flashers, etc.);
• operation of windshield
washer/wiper system and wear of
windshield wiper blades.
Every 1900 mi (3000 km)
Check and top up, if required, the
engine oil level.
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 breathingexhaust, 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
Heavy-Duty Vehicle Use
If the car is mainly used under one of
the following conditions:
• dusty roads;
• short, repeated journeys (less than
4-5 mi/7-8 km) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
• engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long
periods of idleness;
you should perform the following
inspections more frequently than
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Maintenance Service
Components
1Engine oil dipstick.
2Engine oil filler neck.
3Engine coolant expansion
reservoir cap.
4Brake fluid reservoir cap.5Power steering fluid reservoir
cap.
6Windshield/headlight washer
fluid reservoir cap.
Level Checks
ENVIRONMENTAL!
•The engine oils and fluids used
contain substances that are
dangerous for the environment. For
replacement you are advised to
contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer, where all the necessary
equipment is available to dispose of
the used oil and fluids in compliance
with the regulations in force and in
an environment-friendly manner.
•All equipment used for fluids
replacement (gloves, cloths,
containers, etc) must be disposed in
compliance with the regulations in
force.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Your vehicle has been equipped with
an improved engine coolant
(antifreeze) that offers high protection
against corrosion, freezing and allows
extended maintenance intervals. To
prevent reducing extended
maintenance periods, it is important to
use original engine coolant
(antifreeze) when adding coolant
throughout the life of your vehicle.
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Adding Windshield/Headlight Washer
Fluid
The reservoir on the left side of the
engine compartment contains the
fluid to wash the windshield and
headlights.
During scheduled services or when the
message of low level of the washer
fluid appears together with the
related telltale add more fluid as
soon as possible.
The fluid reservoir may contain nearly
1.58 US gallons (6 liters) of
windshield/headlight washer fluid.
• Remove the reservoir cap in the
engine compartment and lift the
filler neck extension.
• Fill the reservoir with windshield
washer solvent (refer to “Refillings”
in section "Features and
Specifications") and operate thesystem for a few seconds to flush out
the residual water.
• When refilling the washer fluid
reservoir, apply some washer fluid to
a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper
blades clean. This will help blade
performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your
windshield washer system in cold
weather, select a solution or mixture
that meets or exceeds the
temperature range of your climate.
This rating information can be found
on most washer fluid containers.
NOTE:
TheAuthorized Maserati Dealercan
provide you with information about
the “Maserati recommended
Windshield Washer Fluid” with
antifreeze, available in the “Genuine
Accessories” range.
WARNING!
•Commercially available windshield
washer solvents are flammable.
They could ignite and burn you.
Care must be exercised when filling
or when working around the
windshield/headlight washer
system.•Do not drive with the windshield/
headlight washer reservoir empty:
the action of the washer is essential
for improving visibility when
driving.
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
Engine Oil Level Check
To assure proper lubrication of your
vehicle's engine, the engine oil must
be maintained at the correct level. If
the
warning light illuminates and
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Always use washer fluid when using
the wipers to remove salt or dirt from
a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to
remove frost or ice from the
windshield. Keep the blade rubber out
of contact with petroleum products
such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Spray nozzles
If the jet does not work, first check
that there is fluid in the pan (see
paragraph “Level checks” in this
section) then check that the nozzles
are not clogged.
Blades Replacement
• Move the right multifunction lever
into “OFF” position, (see chapter
“Windshield Wipers and Washers” in
section “Understanding the
Vehicle”).
• Lift the end of the arm provided with
the blade from the windshield.
• Rotate the blade on the arm in order
to access the release latch, shown in
the detail of picture.
• Press the release latch to free the
blade.
• Turn and slip off the blade from the
arm and replace it.• Return the blade to its original
position on the windshield.
NOTE:
Due to the difficulty of this operation,
we recommend that you contact an
Authorized Maserati Dealerfor
replacement of the blades.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points,
including such items as seat tracks,
door hinge pivot points and rollers,
trunk lid and hood, sliding doors and
hood hinges, should be lubricated
periodically with a lithium based
grease, to assure quiet, easy operation
and to protect against rust and wear.
Prior to the application of any
lubricant, the parts concerned should
be wiped clean to remove dust and
grit; after lubricating excess oil andgrease should be removed. Particular
attention should also be given to hood
latching components to ensure proper
function. When performing other
underhood services, the hood latch,
release mechanism and safety catch
should be cleaned and lubricated. The
coupling pin of the lock on the rear
driver door pillar should be lubricated
twice a year, preferably in the Fall and
Spring. Apply a small amount of high
quality lubricant directly into the lock
cylinder.
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