Maserati 2020 Levantev6, 2020 Levantev8 Owner's Manual

Owner’s manual

WARNING:

Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle can expose
you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead,
which are known 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.

Levante

Owner's Manual

Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a Maserati.
This vehicle represents the result of Maserati's great experience in the design and production of sports, touring and racing

vehicles.
With this manual you will acquaint yourself with the equipment and options of your Maserati in order to take advantage

of its full potential.
Before driving your vehicle for the first time, we suggest reading the printed Quick Guide carefully in order to quickly

acquaint with commands and functions of your vehicle. You can consult this Owner's Manual and the Maserati Touch
Control Plus guide directly from the dashboard touchscreen display of your vehicle.

The updated version of the onboard documentation can be consulted by accessing the section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.

In a dedicated section of this manual you will also find instructions for basic maintenance procedures, in order to ensure
steady levels of performance, quality and safe driving.

Keep in mind that proper maintenance is an essential factor to help preserve the value of the vehicle over time and protect
the environment.

For “Scheduled Maintenance” or any other operation, contact your Authorized Maserati Dealer: you can trust our trained
technical staff, who is constantly updated and provided with the required equipment in order to ensure that all service
operations are performed properly and reliably.

The Quick guide and other documents contained in onboard documentation kit are integral part of the vehicle and should
always be kept on board.

You can purchase a printed copy of the documents visible on dashboard touchscreen display at your dealer of your
Authorized Maserati Dealer.

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1

Before Starting

Understanding the Vehicle

Dashboard Instruments and Controls

Driving

In an Emergency

Maintenance and Care

Features and Specifications

Index

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5

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Consulting the Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 6

Abbreviations . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 6

Updating . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 7

Service and Warranty . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 8

Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .8

If You Need Assistance .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .9

Warranty Information . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 10

Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Parts Service . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 11

Aftermarket Parts & Accessories Statement .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . 11

Warnings when Driving .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 13

Maserati Roadside Assistance Program (available for USA and

Canada only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 14

Vehicle Identification Data .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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Consulting the Manual

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For an easy identification of the topics,
this Manual is divided into sections
and chapters: each chapter can have
more paragraphs.

Within the text, important warnings
and notes are also easily identifiable
through icons.

WARNING!

Describe operating procedures that
could result in a collision, bodily injury
and/or death.

ENVIRONMENTAL!

This note indicates the correct
behavior when using the vehicle to
protect the environment.

CAUTION!

Describe procedures that could result
in damage to your vehicle.

NOTE:

Additional information regarding
the subject and/or the operation
described.

• In the images the vehicle is
represented in the base version.
On other versions, some part or

equipment may differ from those
shown in the images.

• “Left” and “right” in this manual,
always refer to the driving direction.

• All indications and images in this
Manual refer to a vehicle with
left-hand drive. On right-hand
drive vehicles, some controls are
ordered differently than shown in
the illustrations.

• If not otherwise specified, the
instrument cluster shown in the
images belongs to the 3.0 V6
motorization model – however the
indications given are also valid for all
the other motorization models.

Abbreviations

Some descriptions and terms with
particular meanings are found in this
manual in abbreviated form.

A/C Air-Conditioning system.
ABA Advanced Brake Assist.
ABS Anti-Lock Braking System.
ABSA Active Blind Spot Assist.
ACC Adaptive Cruise Control.
ADAS Advanced Driver Assistance

Systems.

AFS Advanced Frontlighting Sys-

tem.

ALR Automatic Locking Retractor.
AQS Air Quality Sensor.
ATC Automatic Temperature Con-

trol.

AWD All-Wheel Drive.
BAS Brake Assist System.
BSA Blind Spot Assist.
BTO Brake Throttle Override.
CAN Controller Area Network.
CC Cruise Control.
CRS Child Restraint System.
DRL Daytime Running Lights.
EBD Electronic Brake-force Distri-

bution.

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ECU Electronic Control Unit.
EDR Event Data Recorder.
EPB Electric Parking Brake.
ESC Electronic Stability Control.
ETC Electronic Throttle Control.
FCW Forward Collision Warning.
HAS Highway Assist.
HBA Hydraulic Brake Assistance.
HDC Hill Descent Control.
HSA Hill Start Assist.
I.C.E. Increased Control and Effi-

ciency.

LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for

CHildren.

LDW Lane Departure Warning

(LaneSense).

LKA Lane Keeping Assist.
MIL Malfunction Indicator Light.
MTC+ Maserati Touch Control Plus.
OBD On Board Diagnostics.
ORC Occupant Restraint Con-

troller.

PEB Pedestrian Emergency Brak-

ing.

RAB Ready Alert Braking.
RCP Rear Cross Path.
RKE Remote Keyless Entry.

ROM Roll-Over Mitigation.
SAB Side Air Bag.
SABIC Supplemental Side Air Bag

Inflatable Curtains.

SBR Seat Belt Reminder.
SRS Supplemental Restraint Sys-

tem.

TCS Traction Control System.
TFT Thin Film Transistor.
TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys-

tem.

TSA Traffic Sign Assist.
TSM Trailer Sway Mitigation.
VIN Vehicle Identification Num-

ber.

Updating

Constant improvements are being
performed to maintain this vehicle's
high level of quality. Therefore, there
may be differences between this
manual and your vehicle.

Maserati reserves the right to carry out
design and functional changes and to
provide updates or improvements.
This Owner's Manual illustrates and
describes all versions of the current
vehicle model. Therefore, some of
the equipment and accessories in
this publication may not appear on
your vehicle; please only consider the
information related to your vehicle.

All specifications and illustrations
contained in this manual are as of the
Manual publishing date.

NOTE:

The updated version of the on-board
documentation can be consulted by
accessing the section “Services” on the
website www.maserati.com.

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Service and Warranty

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The information provided in this
manual is limited to instructions
and indications that are strictly
required for vehicle use and proper
maintenance.

By following these instructions
carefully, the vehicle will meet the
owner's satisfaction and best results.

We advise to have all service and
inspections completed only by an
Authorized Maserati Dealer, where
you will find a specially trained staff
and the proper equipment to repair
your vehicle.

Please visit the www.maserati.com to
find the nearest Authorized Maserati
Dealer.

All features and accessories installed
on the vehicle have been designed
by Maserati engineers and have
successfully passed rigorous tests,
submitted in all conditions of use.

Installing aftermarket components
or accessories not approved by
Maserati may interfere with the
vehicle electronics and compromise
driving safety and possibly voiding the
warranty coverage.

Nor do the warranties cover the costs
of repairing damage or conditions
caused by any changes to your vehicle

that do not comply with Maserati’s
specifications.

An Authorized Maserati Dealer is
at your complete disposal for any
information and questions you may
have.

Suggestions for Obtaining Service for Your Vehicle

Prepare for the Appointment

If warranty work is required, be sure
to have the right papers with you
and take your warranty folder. Not
all work being performed may be
covered by the warranty: therefore
discuss additional charges with the
service advisor. It is advisable to keep
a maintenance log of your vehicle’s
service history, as this can often
provide a clue to the current problem.

Prepare a List

Make a written list of your vehicle’s
problems or the specific work you wish
to be performed. If the vehicle has
had an accident or work done that is
not indicated on the maintenance log,
please communicate this to the service
advisor.

Optimize the Requests

If there are a number of items needing
attention, it is advisable to discuss this
with your service advisor to agree on
the order of priorities.

At many Authorized Dealers/Service
Centers, it is possible to obtain a

loaner vehicle or a rental vehicle at a
minimal daily charge. If you need a

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rental vehicle, it is advisable to make
these arrangements prior to the visit,
for example when you call to set the
appointment.

If You Need Assistance

The manufacturer/Maserati and its
Authorized Dealers/Service Network
set highest priority to the client’s
satisfaction with the products and
services.

Warranty service must be performed
by an Authorized Maserati
Dealer/Service Center .

Should there be any issues, please
keep in mind that most matters can be
resolved with the following process.

• If for some reason you are still not

satisfied, please contact the general
manager or owner of the Service
Center, it is their responsibility to
assist you.

• If a Service Center is unable to resolve

the issue, you may contact Maserati
Customer Center .

Any communication to the Maserati
Consumer Affairs should include the
following information:

• Owner’s name and address.

• Owner’s telephone number (home

and office).

• Maserati Service Center name.

• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

• Vehicle delivery date and mileage.
Contact:

MASERATI North America, Inc.

One Chrysler Drive
Auburn Hills,
MI 48326
Phone:

Maserati Customer Care

1–877–MY-MASERATI (877–696–2737)

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Warranty Information

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Please refer to the Warranty
booklet, included in the Owner’s
documentation kit, for the terms and
provisions of Maserati warranties
applicable to this vehicle and market.

Reporting Safety Defects

NHTSA’s Toll-free Auto Safety Hotline

If you believe that your vehicle has a
defect which could cause a crash or
could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration
(NHTSA) in addition to notifying
Maserati North America, Inc.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints,
it may open an investigation, and if
it finds that a safety defect exists in a
group of vehicles, it may order a recall
and remedy campaign.

However, NHTSA cannot become
involved in individual problems
between you, your dealer, or Maserati
North America, Inc.

To contact NHTSA, you may call the
Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1­888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153);
go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write
to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh
Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590.

You can also obtain other information
about motor vehicle safety from
http://www.safercar.gov.

Reporting safety defects in Canada

If you believe your vehicle has a defect
that could cause a crash or could

cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform Transport Canada
in addition to notifying Maserati North
America, Inc.

Transport Canada

ASFAD 330 Sparks Street Ottawa, ON
K1A 0N5

Telephone: [phone] (Ottawa­Gatineau area or internationally) Toll
free: 1-800-333-0510 (in Canada)
Online: http://www.tc.gc.ca/recalls

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Parts Service

Genuine Maserati parts keep the
reliability, comfort and performance of
your new car unchanged throughout
its life.

For service and scheduled maintenance
Maserati suggests you to ask for
genuine parts since they are the result
of constant research and development,
reliability test and new technologies,
as well as they are specifically designed
for this vehicle.

Aftermarket Parts & Accessories Statement

Modification of the vehicle or
installation of any accessory or
components attached to the vehicle
which alters the original engineering
and/or vehicle operating specifications,
or which result in damage to the
other original components, electrical
interference, electrical short(s), radio
static, water leaks and wind noise
may result in damage to genuine
components, compromise the safety
of the vehicle and may affect the
validity of the new car warranty on the
vehicle.

Non-genuine Maserati Parts

Non-genuine Maserati Parts (while you
may elect to use non-genuine Maserati
parts for maintenance or repair
services), Maserati North America, Inc.
is not obligated to pay for repairs that
include non-genuine Maserati parts
or for any damage resulting from the
use of non-genuine parts. Maserati
will not accept any liability for any
parts and accessories not approved by
Maserati, including Dealer-installed
accessories not distributed by Maserati
North America, Inc.

Symbols

There are specific colored plates on
or near some of the components on
your Maserati designed to attract
user’s attention. Important warnings
concerning all specific devices that the
user must consider, are reported on
the internal hood cover central label
(see “Vehicle Identification Data” in
this section).

All symbols reported on the plate
and inside the vehicle, as well as
the component for which the
symbols stand, are summarized in
the following list. These symbols are
divided into categories according to
their meaning.

Danger Symbols

Battery

Corrosive liquid.

Battery

Explosion.

Radiator fan

May start automatically
even with engine off.

Coolant expansion tank

Do not open cap with
engine warm.

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Coil - headlights

High voltage.

Belts and pulleys

Moving parts, keep body
and clothing clear.

Air-conditioning lines

High pressure gas, do not
open.

Symbols of Prohibitions and Compulsory Measures

Battery

Keep away from flames.

Battery

Keep out of children’s
reach.

Heat guards - belts - pul­leys - fans

Do not touch.

Battery

Wear eye protection.

Battery - jack

Refer to the owner man­ual.

Warning Symbols

Engine - Engine Oil Refill­ing Plug

Engine oil. We recom­mend you use oil with the
characteristics indicated
in chapter "Refillings"
in section "Features and
Specifications".

Brake fluid tank

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 tank

Use antifreeze liquid
for radiators with the
characteristics indicated
in chapter "Refillings"
in section "Features and
Specifications".

Windshield washer tank

Windshield washer. We
recommend you use liq­uid with the character­istics indicated in chap­ter "Refillings" in section
"Features and Specifica­tions".

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Warnings when Driving

Your driving skills will improve with
experience, but be especially careful
at the beginning. Always comply with
local traffic regulations wherever you
drive.

This vehicle is also suitable for off-road
use, using the dedicated controls and
functions to obtain the optimum
balance to safely face the situations
that this kind of route may pose. We
recommend you to start gradually
in order to acquire the necessary
expertise and the perfect control of
the vehicle. Follow the indications
contained in chapter "Off-road Drive"
in section “Driving” for information
concerning the off-road use of the
vehicle.

Failure to operate this vehicle correctly
may result in loss of control or a
collision.

Operating this vehicle at excessive
speed or in an altered state or
while intoxicated may result in loss
of control, going off the road, or
overturning. In all these situations a
collision with other vehicles or objects
is more likely to happen with the risk
to cause an accident that may lead to
serious injury.

In case of an accident, failure to
use seat belts causes the driver and
passengers a greater risk of injury or
death.

This Owner's Manual contains
warnings against operating procedures
that could result in a collision or injury
or damage to the environment. It also
contains cautions against procedures
that could damage the vehicle. If you
do not read this manual in its entirety,
you may miss important information.
Consider carefully all warnings and
cautions.

Important information may be
missed for not reading this manual
in its entirely. Consider carefully all
warnings and cautions.

WARNING!

It is the driver’s responsibility to

•

operate the vehicle in a safe way: if
you are distracted while driving you
can lose control and cause serious
accidents.
Maserati strongly recommends you

•

use particular care when operating
the features and tools that may
distract you.
Mobile phones, PC, portable audio

•

device or other features operated

while the vehicle is moving can
be very dangerous and can cause
serious accidents, and in some states
is against the law.
It is very dangerous to send text

•

messages while driving, do so only
when the vehicle is not moving.
In some Countries/States the use

•

of mobile phones when driving is
forbidden: it is the driver’s sole
responsibility to respect local
regulations.
ROLL-OVER WARNING Utility vehicles

•

have a significantly higher rollover
rate than other types of vehicles.
This vehicle has a higher ground
clearance and a higher center
of gravity than many passenger
vehicles. It is capable of performing
better in a wide variety of off-road
applications. Driven in an unsafe
manner, all vehicles can go out
of control. Because of the higher
center of gravity, if this vehicle
is out of control it may roll over
while some other vehicles may
not. Do not attempt sharp turns,
abrupt maneuvers, or other unsafe
driving actions that can cause loss of
vehicle control. Failure to operate
this vehicle safely may result in a
collision, rollover of the vehicle, and

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severe or fatal injury. Drive carefully.
Failure to use the driver and
passenger seat belts provided is a
major cause of severe or fatal injury.
In fact, the U.S. government notes
that the universal use of existing
seat belts could cut the highway
death toll by 10,000 or more each
year and could reduce disabling
injuries by two million annually. In a
rollover crash, an unbelted person is
significantly more likely to die than a
person wearing a seat belt. Always
buckle up.

CAUTION!

If battery charge is too low, proper
function of some electric/electronic
components may not be guaranteed. It
is necessary to recharge the battery in
order to allow all vehicle’s components
and systems to function correctly.

Maserati Roadside Assistance Program (available for USA and Canada only)

Welcome to Maserati and the benefits
and security of the Maserati Roadside
Assistance Program. Please take a
moment to review the benefits listed
below and available to you through
the Maserati Roadside Assistance
Program.

Emergency Roadside Services

In the event you require Roadside
Assistance, please call 1-888-371-1802,
24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You
will be connected with a Roadside
Assistance representative who will
dispatch a local towing vendor.

Information needed for when you call

When you call, please be prepared to
provide the following information:

• Your Name.

• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

• Location of your vehicle.

• Nature of your call (for example; you
require a tow, vehicle will not start,
out of gas, tire service, etc.).

Summary of Program Benefits and Services

• Towing of a disabled registered
Maserati vehicle. In the event a
registered vehicle becomes disabled
in connection to a warranty related
concern it will be transported to
the nearest Authorized Maserati
Dealership . You may request that
the vehicle be taken to a different
Authorized Maserati Dealer , as long
as it is no more than 50 miles further
away from the nearest authorized
dealer (one tow per disablement).

• Battery jump start.

• Flat tire change providing the vehicle
is equipped with a spare tire.

• Fuel delivery (up to 2 gallons).

• Lockout Services.

• Service Loaner Vehicle: For warranty
repairs, your dealer may provide
you with a Maserati Service Loaner
Vehicle (if available) or provide you
with Rental Car allowance: in the
event your vehicle is disabled due to
a warranty related concern, we will
reimburse you up to $50 per day. A
five (5) day or $250 maximum applies.
In order to receive reimbursement,
you must supply the following
information within 20 days of the
rental car transaction to the address
listed below; the original pre-printed

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rental car receipt, which must include
your name, address, telephone
number, VIN, rental dates and the
corresponding warranty repair order.

Maserati Roadside Assistance ATTN:
Maserati Rental Car Claims Dept. P.O.
Box 8140 Ft. Washington, PA 19034

NOTE:

An authorized licensed driver must be
driving at the time of the disablement.

Items excluded from coverage:

• Parts, labor, tire repair, rental of
towing equipment, storage fees, or
any labor performed at the service
facility.

• Any form of impound towing, or
towing by someone other than a
licensed service station or garage.

• Assistance from a private citizen.

NOTE:

Membership is intended to cover
emergencies and is not intended to
be a substitute for proper vehicle
maintenance or repair. Repeated calls
which are considered by Maserati
North America, Inc. Signature Motor
Club, Inc. or Signature Motor Club of
California, Inc. to be excessive may, at
our discretion, result in cancellation of
the membership.

Emergency road service providers are
independent contractors and are not

employees, agents or representatives
of Maserati North America, Inc.
Signature Motor Club, Inc. or Signature
Motor Club of California, Inc.

Under this Agreement

• You will not be required to pay any
sum for services up to the mileage
limit on towing.

• Your registered Maserati vehicle
is the vehicle covered. The Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) that
appears on the vehicle represents
your identification number with
Signature Motor Club, Inc. or
Signature Motor Club of California,
Inc.

• NEW VEHICLES: Your membership
begins on the date the Registered
Vehicle was originally sold (in
service date) and continues until
the expiration date of the New
Car Limited Warranty or unless
terminated by Maserati North
America, Inc. for cause.

• PRE OWNED VEHICLES: Your
membership begins on the date
the registered vehicle was sold
(in service date) and continues
until the expiration date of the
Maserati Certified Pre-Owned Limited
Warranty or unless terminated by

Maserati North America, Inc for
cause.

Address Inquiries to

General Inquiries:

Maserati Roadside Assistance
P.O. Box 968008
Schaumburg, IL 60173

Rental Car Reimbursements:

Within 20 days of your rental car
transaction, the original pre-printed
rental car receipt, which must include
your name, address, telephone
number, VIN, rental dates and the
corresponding warranty repair order
should be submitted to:

Maserati Roadside Assistance ATTN:
Maserati Rental Car Claims Dept.
P.O. Box 8140
Ft. Washington, PA 19034

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Vehicle Identification Data

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Vehicle Identification Number

The vehicle's identification number
(VIN) is punched on the foot platform,
in front of the right passenger rear
seat.

To read the number, lift the mat and
rotate the guard.

The VIN Number is also visible from
the outside through the windshield on
the front left corner of the dashboard.

NOTE:

When ordering spare parts or making
inquiries, always quote the vehicle
identification number.

Engine Identification Number

The identification number of 3.8 V8
engines is punched on the rear side of
the crankcase, in the lower area on the
left hand side, near the transmission
housing.

3.8 V8 - Engines

The identification number of 3.0 V6
engines is punched on the rear side
of the crankcase, behind the right
hand side cylinder head, near the
transmission housing.

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3.0 V6 - Engines

Warning and Information Labels

Overview Label with Cautions and Warning Notes

The centrally attached label placed
inside the engine hood cover displays
cautions, warnings, and symbols. For
further information refer to “Symbols”
in this section.

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California Proposition 65 Warning Label

The label is applied on the upper left
corner of the windshield.

Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) Label

The label is applied on the lower right
side of the hood.

Another label is applied on the
dashboard indicate that air bag system
is installed to.

Passenger Air bag Labels

The labels are applied on the external
side of sun visors and behind it, on the
dome.

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Danger Restart Engine with Hood Open Label

The label is applied on the upper right
side of the hood.

Loading Information Label

This label is applied on the driver's side
rear door pillar.

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Tire Information Label

This label is applied on the driver's side
rear door pillar.

NOTE:

For further informations see “Tire
Safety Information” in section
"Driving".

Paint Information Label

The label is applied on the lower left
side of the hood.

Fuel Warning Label

The label is applied inside the fuel
filler door.

NOTE:

To ensure optimum performance and
fuel economy, please ensure to refill
your vehicle using Premium Unleaded
Fuel ONLY, with a minimum of 91 AKI.

2 - Before Starting

Keys . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 20

Sentry Key®Immobilizer System . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 22

Vehicle Security Alarm . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Illuminated Entry/Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 26

Unlock the Vehicle with Key fob . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . 29

Requiring and Setting Additional Key fobs . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . 30

Remote Start System . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Doors Locking . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 34

Passive Entry System . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . 36

Power Windows. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 40

Power Sunshades on Rear Door Windows (for versions/markets,

where provided) . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Power Liftgate Operation . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . 46

Hood Operation .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 51

Occupants Restraint Systems .. . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 52

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Child Restraint Systems . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Transporting Pets .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 74

Park Assist . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 74

Rear Parking Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 80

Surround View Camera System (optional) . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . 81

Safety Tips .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

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Keys

The vehicle is equipped with a Remote
Keyless Entry transmitter and a Keyless
Ignition Node, to enter, start and
protect the vehicle.

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Keyless Ignition Device

This device allows the driver to
operate the ignition switch with the
push of a button, as long as the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter
is inside the vehicle.

The Keyless Ignition Node (KIN) has
three operating setups indicated on
the outer ring. Pressing and releasing
the middle button, you can switch
from one setup to the next without
starting the engine, the switched on
indication will turn amber.

The engine will start by pushing the
center button START/STOP with the
brake pedal pressed and the device set
in any of the three operating setups.

In case the ignition switch does not
change by pushing a button, the RKE
transmitter (key fob) may have a low
or discharged battery. If this occurs it
is necessary to replace the battery in
order to operate the ignition switch
(see “Requiring and Setting Additional
Key fobs” in this section).

It is still possible to operate the
ignition device using the key fob RKE
transmitter with discharged battery by
pressing the nose side (side opposite of
the emergency key) of the key fob on
the START/STOP button.

Key fob

This vehicle is provided with two
programmed key fobs.

The key fob contains a Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter and an
emergency key.

The emergency key allows you to open
the vehicle by inserting into the lock

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of the opening handle on the driver's
door, in case the battery of the vehicle
or the key fob go dead.

You can keep the emergency key with
you when using valet parking. To
remove the emergency key:

• hold the mechanical latch on the
back of the key fob sideways;

• simultaneously remove the
emergency key by sliding laterally
towards the end of the key fob.

NOTE:

You can insert either side of the
emergency key into the lock cylinder.

Shift Ignition Device to OFF Alert

Opening the driver's door to exit the
vehicle when the ignition device is set
in ACC or RUN (engine not running),
a beep will remind you to cycle the
ignition to OFF .

In addition to the acoustic signal a
dedicated message is displayed on the
instrument cluster.

If the ignition device is left in the ACC
or RUN position, when vehicle is locked
the system will turn off the instrument
cluster and automatically set ignition
device to OFF .

With the MTC+ System, the power
window switches, radio, power
sunroof (optional), and power outlets
will remain active for up to 10 minutes
after the ignition switch is cycled to
the OFF position. Opening either
front door will cancel this feature, it
is possible to set the timing of this
feature.

NOTE:

Refer to “MTC+ Settings” in Section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further information.

WARNING!

When leaving the vehicle, always

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remove the key fob and lock your
vehicle.
Do not allow children to be in a

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vehicle unattended or with access to
an unlocked vehicle. A child or others
could be seriously or fatally injured.
Children should be warned not to
touch the parking brake trigger,
brake pedal or the shift lever.
Do not leave the key fob in or near

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the vehicle, and do not leave the
ignition switch in the ACC or RUN
mode. A child could operate power
windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals

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inside parked vehicles in hot
weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury or death.
An unlocked car is an invitation

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to thieves. Always remove the
key fob from vehicle, cycle the
ignition switch to OFF and lock all

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doors when leaving the vehicle
unattended.

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Sentry Key®Immobilizer System

The Sentry Key®Immobilizer System
prevents unauthorized vehicle
operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or
activated. Operation is automatic,
regardless of whether the vehicle is
locked or unlocked.

The system uses a key fob with Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter,
an ignition switch and a RF (Radio
Frequency) receiver to prevent
unauthorized vehicle operation.

Therefore, only key fobs expressly
programmed can be used to start and
operate the vehicle.

After placing the ignition in the RUN
position, the Vehicle Security Light
(see picture) will light up for a three
seconds bulb check.

If the light remains on after the
bulb check, it indicates that there is
a problem with the electronics: this
condition will result in the engine
being shut off after two seconds.

If the Vehicle Security Light turns
on during normal vehicle operation
(engine running for longer than
10 seconds), an electronic fault is
detected. Should this occur, contact
the Authorized Maserati Dealer as
soon as possible for assistance.

CAUTION!

The Sentry Key®Immobilizer system
is not compatible with some remote
starting systems that can be installed
in after-market.

Use of these systems may result in
vehicle starting problems and loss of
security protection.

All key fobs provided with the new
vehicle have been updated with the
vehicle electronics and are therefore
able to provide correct functioning
and protection.

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Radio Frequency RKE Transmitter - Regulatory Information

The “Regulatory Information” for
all the radio frequency and radar

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devices can be consulted by accessing
the "Services" section on the website

www.maserati.com.

Replacement Key fobs

NOTE:

Only key fobs that are updated with
the vehicle electronics can be used to
start and operate the vehicle.

WARNING!

Always remove the key fobs from

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the vehicle and lock all doors when
leaving the vehicle unattended.
Always remember to cycle the

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ignition switch to OFF.

Duplication of key fobs may be
performed by an Authorized Maserati
Dealer only.

This procedure consists of
programming a key fob that has never
been programmed to the vehicle’s
electronics.

NOTE:

• When having the Sentry Key
Immobilizer System serviced, bring all
key fobs provided with the vehicle
with you to the Authorized Maserati
Dealer.

®

• When selling the vehicle, it is
necessary to provide the new owner
with all key fobs.

Vehicle Security Alarm

The vehicle security alarm monitors
the vehicle doors and liftgate
for unauthorized entry and the
START/STOP button for unauthorized
operations.

The system includes a dual function
anti-intrusion sensor and vehicle
anti-lift sensor. The anti-intrusion
sensor monitors the vehicle interior for
motion.

The vehicle anti-lift sensor monitors
the vehicle for any lifting or tilting
actions (tow away, tire removal, ferry
transport, etc). A siren with battery
backup which senses interruptions
of power and communications is also
included.

While the vehicle security alarm
is enabled, interior door locks
switches, power liftgate and fuel
filler door release are disabled. If
something triggers the alarm, the
vehicle security alarm will provide the
following audible and visible signals:
intermittent buzzer, position lights
and/or turn signals and the vehicle
security light on the dashboard will
flash.

This light will fast flash for
approximately 15 seconds, when the
vehicle security alarm is being armed,

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and will then flash slowly until the
vehicle is disarmed.

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Rearming the System

If something triggers the security
alarm, and no quick action is taken to
disarm it, the vehicle security alarm
will turn off the beeper after 29
seconds, and turn off all of the visual
signals after 31 more seconds; the
vehicle security alarm will then rearm
itself.

Arming the System

Follow these steps to arm the vehicle
security alarm.

1. Make sure the vehicle ignition
switch is OFF.

2. Perform one of the following
methods to lock the vehicle:

• Press the lock button on the
interior power door lock switch
located on the driver door trim panel

with the driver and/or passenger
door open.

• Press the button on the exterior
“Passive Entry” door handle having a
valid key fob RKE transmitter in the
same exterior zone (see “Passive
Entry System” in this section for
further information).

• Press the lock button on the key
fob RKE transmitter.

3. If any door is open, close it.

In any of these situations, if one or
more windows are open, they will
remain open.

When arming the alarm system in
any of the described ways, the power
liftgate will remain open if it was
left open. In this condition, it will be
necessary to first close the power
liftgate as described under "Power

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Liftgate Operation" in this section, and
repeat the arming operation, to be
able to arm the alarm system.

The buttons - located on the outer
edge of the left trunk compartment
lining and indicated in the figure - can
be used to completely close and lock
the power liftgate and arm the alarm
system if all the doors are closed.

See chapter "Power Liftgate
Operation" in this section for further
information.

Each time the vehicle security alarm is
armed, the anti-intrusion and anti-lift
sensors actively monitor the vehicle.

When arming the security alarm, it is
possible to disable these sensors by
pressing the button on the key fob
three times within 5 seconds from the
moment the system has been armed
(meanwhile the security alarm light
flashes rapidly).

To disarm the System

Use any of the following steps to
disarm the vehicle security alarm.

• Press the button on key fob RKE
transmitter.

• Grasp the “Passive Entry” unlock
door handle (see “Passive Entry
System” in this section for further
information).

• Press the START/STOP button so as to
release the OFF position.

NOTE:

• When the vehicle security alarm is
armed, the interior power door lock
switch will not allow unlocking of the
doors.

• The use of the emergency key into
the driver door lock and the use of
the button on the key fob
cannot arm or disarm the security
alarm of the vehicle.

• The vehicle security alarm remains
engaged while accessing the power
liftgate. Pressing the button between
the license plate lights will not disarm
the vehicle security alarm. If anyone
enters the vehicle through the
liftgate and opens a door, the alarm
will trigger.

The vehicle security alarm is designed
to protect your vehicle; however,
you can create conditions where the

system will give you a false alarm. If
one of the previously described arming
sequences has occurred, the vehicle
security alarm will arm regardless of
whether you are in the vehicle or not.
If you remain in the vehicle and open
a door, the alarm will activate. If this
occurs, disarm the vehicle security
alarm.

If the vehicle security alarm is armed
and the battery becomes disconnected,
the vehicle security alarm will
remain armed when the battery is
reconnected; the exterior lights will
flash, the buzzer will activate. If this
occurs, disarm the vehicle security
alarm.

Using the Panic Alarm (if equipped)

NOTE:

On the key fob RKE transmitter of
vehicles with this feature, the remote
start button is replaced by the

button.

To turn the panic alarm feature on or
off, press and hold the button
on the key fob RKE transmitter for at
least one second and release. When
the panic alarm is on, the headlights
will turn on, the position lights will
flash, the horn will pulse on and off,

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and the courtesy & dimmable lights
will turn on.

The panic alarm will remain activated
for three minutes unless you turn it off
by either:

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• pressing the button a second
time;

• or drive the vehicle at a speed of 5
MPH (8 km/h) or faster.

In both situations the panic alarm will
immediately turn off.

Tamper Alert

If something has triggered the vehicle
security alarm in your absence, the
horn will sound three times when you
disarm the vehicle security alarm.

Check the vehicle for tampering.

Illuminated Entry/Exit

Lights will turn on and off when you
enter/exit the vehicle and operate
the buttons on the key fob RKE
transmitter and/or on the “Passive
Entry” system as follows:

• If the unlock command is enabled
by pressing the specific button
on the key fob RKE transmitter
or by the “Passive Entry” system,
the “illuminated entry” mode will

activate. Courtesy & dimmable
internal lighting, night front seats
lighting, and approach lighting will
stay on for 27 seconds.

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• If the lock command of the car is
enabled by pressing the specific

button on the key fob RKE
transmitter or by the “Passive Entry”
system, when the key fob RKE
transmitter is out of range, all the
lights will turn off within 3 seconds, if
they were previously on.

• After activating the power liftgate
opening command in the possible
modes (see “Power Liftgate
Operation” in this section), the inner
trunk and liftgate lights will turn
on and will stay on for 10 minutes
before turning off. The lights will
immediately turn off if you lock the
power liftgate before 10 minutes.

• On the vehicles equipped with
this feature, if the button
is pressed on the key fob RKE
transmitter, the headlights, position
lights and the courtesy & dimmable
lights will turn on. Refer to “Using
the Panic Alarm” in this section for
further information.

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Vehicle Lighting with Open/Closed Doors

• If one or more doors are open, the
central light, front/rear domelights
(main and spot light), the instrument
cluster, the MTC+ display, the night
front seats lighting and the ignition
switch backlight will turn on and will
light up for 27 seconds.

• If the doors are closed, all lights will
turn off (within 3 seconds) with the
exception of the console display and
the ignition switch backlight, which
will turn off after 27 seconds.

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Use of Light Switch for Vehicle Lighting

Vehicle lighting can be operated
from the key fob RKE transmitter,
the “Passive Entry” system and from
the light switch on the left side of
the dashboard (refer to “Lights” in
section “Understanding the Vehicle”
for further information).

• If the light switch is in the “0” (OFF)
mode all switch backlights and the
front seats lighting will turn off.

• If the light switch is in the
position and the ignition switch is
in OFF or ACC position, the front
low intensity LEDs of the external
headlight and rear position light
guide LED will turn on.

• If the light switch is in position
and the ignition switch is in RUN
position, no lighting feature will be
available.

• If the light switch is in position
(Low beam mode) the front
domelight LED (if enabled), the
switches backlighting, the instrument
cluster’s display, the night front
seats lighting will turn on. The front
domelight LED and the night lighting
of the front seats will light up with
the intensity set by the buttons on
the right side of the steering wheel,

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entering the menu “Vehicle Settings”
and skip to “Interior Lighting”. If
the interior lighting is in "0" (OFF)
position, the night lighting will turn
off.

• If the light switch is turned to
“AUTO” position (on/off AUTO
mode) and the ignition is switched
to RUN position, as in “low beam
mode” all lights turn on either in
“DAY” or “NIGHT” mode according
to the twilight sensor. In “DAY”
mode the switches backlighting will
be at 100% intensity, in “NIGHT”
mode they will be as set by the
buttons on the right side of the
steering wheel.

NOTE:

In “DAY” mode, the switches are
not backlit, except the windows and
steering switches.

Unlock the Vehicle with Key fob

The RKE system allows you to unlock
the doors and the fuel filler door,
open the power liftgate and turn the
approach and courtesy lights on from
a distance up to approximately 33 ft
(10 m). The key fob RKE transmitter
does not need to be pointed at the
vehicle to activate the system. See
“Illuminated Entry/Exit” in this section
for further information.

NOTE:

Driving at speeds of 5 MPH (8 km/h)
and above disables the system from
responding to all key fobs RKE
transmitter buttons.

Unlock the Doors, Fuel Filler Door and Liftgate

Press and release the unlock button
on the key fob RKE transmitter once
to unlock the driver's door or twice
within five seconds to unlock all doors,
the fuel filler door and the power
liftgate. The turn signal lights will flash
for the unlock signal recognition. The
illuminated entry/exit system will also
turn on. See “Passive Entry System” in
this section for further information.

Unlock Driver Door/All Doors with Key fob 1st Press

This feature allows you to program
the system to unlock either the
driver's door or all doors, the fuel filler
door and the power liftgate, by the
first press of the unlock button
on the key fob RKE transmitter. To
change the current setting, see “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”.

Lock/Unlock Doors Flash Lights

This feature will cause the flash of the
turn signal lights when the doors are
locked or unlocked with the key fob
RKE transmitter. This feature can be
turned on or turned off. To change the
current setting, see “MTC+ Settings”
in section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”.

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Turn Headlights On with Key fob

This feature activates the headlights
for up to 90 seconds when the doors
are unlocked with the key fob RKE
transmitter. The duration can be set

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as desired. To change the current
setting, see “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”.

Locking Doors Sound Alarm

This feature will cause the alarm to
activate when the doors are locked
with the key fob RKE transmitter. This
feature can be enabled or disabled. To
change the current setting, see “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”.

Unlatch the Liftgate

Press the button on the key fob
RKE transmitter two times within five
seconds to unlatch and fully open the
power liftgate.

See chapters “Passive Entry System”
and “Power Liftgate Operation” in this
section for further information.

Requiring and Setting Additional Key fobs

Provide your Authorized Maserati
Dealer the following when ordering

additional key fob RKE transmitters:

• all key fobs RKE transmitters in your
possession;

• a personal ID;

• the identification and registration
documents proving ownership of the
vehicle.

Setting new key fobs or re-setting the
original ones can only be performed at
an Authorized Maserati Dealer.

NOTE:

Codes of any key fob RKE transmitters
that are not present when the new
setting procedure is done will be
deleted from the memory to prevent
lost or stolen key fobs transmitters
being used to disarm the electronic
alarm system.

Key fob Battery Replacement

NOTE:

A low charge level of the key fob
battery will be indicated on the
instrument cluster display.

The recommended replacement
battery type is: CR2032. To replace the
battery proceed as follows:

• Remove the emergency key as
indicated in “Keys” chapter of the
current section.

• Loosen the lateral screw that
connects the two side covers with a
torx T6 screwdriver.

• Separate the two lateral covers from
the key fob case.

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• Separate both parts of the key fob
case.

• Remove the card with PCB (Printed
Circuit Board).

• Remove the battery from its seat and
replace with a new recommended
type of battery.

ENVIRONMENTAL!

Batteries contain dangerous materials
that could harm the environment.
Please dispose of them according to
local regulations or at an Authorized
Maserati Dealer.

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NOTE:

Avoid touching the new battery with
your fingers. Skin oils may cause
battery deterioration. If you touch a
battery, clean with alcohol.

• Match the + sign on the battery
to the + sign on the inside of the
battery clip, located on the back
cover.

• Replace the printed circuit board
by using the indicated pin for the
sealing of the two covers.

• Assemble the key fob case and
reassemble the two lateral covers: a
click will indicate successful sealing.

• Combine the disassembled parts with
clamping screw and reassemble the
emergency key.

Radio Frequency RKE Transmitter - Regulatory Information

The “Regulatory Information” for
all the radio frequency and radar
devices can be consulted by accessing
the "Services" section on the website

www.maserati.com.

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Remote Start System

On the vehicles that are equipped
with this system, the key fob RKE
transmitter enables to start the engine
conveniently from outside the vehicle

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while still maintaining security. The
system has a range of approximately
300 ft (91 m). Obstructions between
the vehicle and the key fob may
reduce this range.

NOTE:

Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.

If your RKE transmitter fails to operate
from a normal distance, check for
these conditions:

• A weak battery in the RKE
transmitter. The expected life of the
battery is a minimum of three years.

• Closeness to a radio transmitter such
as a radio station tower, airport
transmitter, and some mobile or CB
radio.

• Obstructions between the vehicle and
the Key Fob.

How to use Remote Start

All of the following conditions must
be met before the engine will remote
start:

• System not disabled from previous
remote start event.

• Vehicle theft alarm not active.

• Vehicle Panic mode not active.

• Doors closed.

• Hood closed.

• Power liftgate closed.

• Hazard lights switched off.

• Brake pedal not pressed.

• Battery at an acceptable charge level.

• The shift lever is in P (Park) position.

• The vehicle transmission is in
automatic mode.

• The remote start has not been
activated yet two consecutive times.

If EPB (Electric Parking Brake) is not
selected, at key-off in some conditions
the remote start system may not allow
engine to start. We suggest to set
“Auto Apply On” function through the
switch on the right-side of the steering
wheel (refer to “Instrument Cluster” in
section “Dashboard Instrument and
Controls”).

WARNING!

Do not start or run an engine

•

in a closed garage or confined
area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon
Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and
colorless

Keep key fobs RKE transmitter away

•

from children. Operation of the
Remote Start System, windows, door
locks or other controls could cause
serious injury or death.

Engine Remote Start Abort Message on Instrument Cluster

The following messages will display
on the instrument cluster if the vehicle
fails to remote start or exits remote
start prematurely:

• “Remote Start Canceled Door Open”.

• “Remote Start Canceled Liftgate
Open”.

• “Remote Start Canceled Fuel Low”.

• “Remote Start Canceled Time
Expired”.

• “Remote Start Disabled Start Vehicle
to Reset”.

The message on the instrument cluster
stays active as long as the ignition
switch is in RUN position.

To enter Remote Start Mode

NOTE:

On some versions, the remote start
button on the key fob RKE

transmitter is replaced by the
button.

Press and release the button on
the key fob RKE transmitter twice

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within five seconds. The vehicle
doors will lock, position lights will
flash and the horn will ring twice (if
this function is set using the MTC+
System, refer to “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”). Then, the engine will start
and the vehicle will remain in the
“Remote Start” mode for a 15-minute
cycle.

NOTE:

• In case of an engine fault or low fuel
level, the vehicle will start and then
shut down in 10 seconds.

• The position lights will turn on and
remain lighted up during “Remote
Start” mode.

• For security reasons, power window
and power sunroof operation (if
equipped) are disabled when the

vehicle is in the “Remote Start”
mode.

• The engine can be started two
consecutive times (two 15-minute
cycles) with the key fob RKE
transmitter. However, the ignition
must be cycled to the RUN position
before you can repeat the start
sequence for a third cycle.

To exit Remote Start Mode without Driving the Vehicle

Press and release the button one
time or allow the engine to run for the
entire 15-minute cycle.

NOTE:

To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the
system will disable the one time press
of the button for two seconds
after receiving a valid “Remote Start”
request.

To exit Remote Start Mode and Drive the Vehicle

Before the end of the 15-minute cycle,
press and release the button on the
key fob RKE transmitter to unlock the
doors and disarm the vehicle security
alarm. Then, prior to the end of the
15-minute cycle, press and release the
START/STOP button.

NOTE:

The message “Remote Start Active
Push Start Button” will display in the
instrument cluster until you push the
START/STOP button.

Auto-On Comfort with Remote Start

The driver's heated and ventilated
seat and the heated steering wheel
(if equipped) can be programmed to
come on during a remote start. Refer
to “Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start”
function in chapter “MTC+ Settings”,
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”, for further information.

Radio Frequency RKE Transmitter - Regulatory Information

The “Regulatory Information” for
all the radio frequency and radar
devices can be consulted by accessing
the "Services" section on the website

www.maserati.com.

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Doors Locking

WARNING!

For personal security and safety lock

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the vehicle doors before you drive
as well as when parking and leaving
the vehicle unattended.
When leaving the vehicle, always

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remove the key fob RKE transmitter
and lock your vehicle.
Never leave children alone in

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a vehicle, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle.
Do not allow children to be in a

•

vehicle unattended. A child or others
could be seriously or fatally injured.
Children must not touch the parking
brake trigger, brake pedal or the
shift lever.
Do not leave the key fob in or near

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the vehicle, and do not leave ignition
switch in the ACC or RUN mode.

Doors Manual Lock

To lock each door, push the door
lock knob on each door trim panel
downward.

To unlock the front doors, pull the
inside door handle to the first detent.

To unlock the rear doors, pull the door
lock knob on the door trim panel
upward.

If the door lock knob is down when
you shut the door, the door will lock.
Therefore, make sure the key fob RKE
transmitter is not inside the vehicle
before closing the door.

Power Doors Locking/ Unlocking

A power door lock switch and a
power door unlock switch are

positioned on the front door trim
panel. Use this switches to lock or
unlock the doors.

If the vehicle has been locked from
inside with the above-figured switches,
the fuel filler flap remains unlocked.

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If power liftgate has been left open,
it will stay open when you press lock
button , and the locking feature
will only occur after the closing of the
power liftgate.

The doors can also be locked and
unlocked with the “Passive Entry”
system. For further information, see
“Passive Entry System” in this section.

If you press the power door lock switch
while the ignition switch is in the
ACC or RUN position, and any front
door is open, the power locks will
not operate. This prevents you from
accidentally locking the key fob RKE
transmitter in the vehicle.

Cycling the ignition to the OFF position
or closing the door will allow the locks
of the doors and fuel filler door to
operate. If a door is open with the key
fob RKE transmitter inside the cabin
and the ignition is in the ACC or RUN
position, a beep will draw the driver’s
attention.

Automatic Locking Doors

The auto door lock feature default
condition is disabled. When enabled,
the door locks will lock automatically
when the vehicle's speed exceeds 15
MPH (24 km/h). The auto door lock
feature can be enabled or disabled
by the user through MTC+ setting

features (see “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).

Automatic Door Unlock on Exit

The doors will unlock automatically on
vehicles with power door locks if:

• The automatic unlock doors on exit
feature is enabled.

• The transmission is in gear and the
vehicle speed is 0 MPH (0 km/h).

• The transmission is in N (Neutral) or P
(Park).

• The driver door is open.

• The doors were not previously
unlocked.

• The vehicle speed is 0 MPH (0 km/h).

Set Automatic Door Unlock on Exit

To change the current setting,
see “MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”.

NOTE:

Use the automatic door unlock on
exit feature in accordance with local
regulations.

Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors

To provide a safer environment for
small children sitting in the rear seats,
the rear doors are equipped with a
child-protection door lock system.

Engage or Disengage the Child-Protection Door Lock

• Open the rear door.

• Insert the tip of the emergency key
into the lock and rotate to the lock

or unlock position.

• Repeat the first two steps on the
opposite rear door.

WARNING!

Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in
a collision. Remember that the rear
doors can only be opened from the
outside when the child-protection
locks are engaged (locked).

NOTE:

For emergency exit from the rear seats
when the child-protection door lock
system is engaged, manually raise
the door lock knob to the unlocked

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position, roll down the window, and
open the door using the outside door
handle.

Soft Door Close System (if

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equipped)

This system makes doors easier to shut
without having to slam if you do not
get it closed the first time. It increases
the vehicle's safety and comfort, in
particular for children in the back seat,
it is not necessary to slam the door and
it also prevents the risk of traveling
with the door ajar.

The system uses a sensor to detect
the door ajar and an electric actuator
to close it. The sensor detects your
attempt to close the door and once
the latch catches the handle the
electric actuator pulls the door firmly
bringing the door to the fully closed
position.

During the soft closing phase operated
by the system, it is possible to
intervene manually by opening or
closing the door.

If you are pushing the door hard
enough to close just like a regular
one, the system still works, but only
to check whether the door is properly
closed.

WARNING!

The system works properly if the ajar
door has a gap , between exterior
door panel surface and exterior
bodyshell surface in the latch area , of
max 0.23 in (6 mm). In the presence
of higher gap, the system is not
able to close the door with the
risk of travelling with the door not
completely closed.

Passive Entry System

The “Passive Entry” system is an
enhancement to the vehicle’s Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) system. This
feature allows you to lock and unlock
the vehicle’s door(s) without having to
press the key fob RKE transmitter lock
or unlock buttons.

NOTE:

• “Passive Entry” may be programmed
to on/off; see “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls” for further information.

• If wearing gloves, or if it has been
raining on the “Passive Entry” door
handle, the unlock sensitivity can
be affected, resulting in a slower
response time.

• Access to the vehicle using “Passive
Entry” system may not work properly
in case of interference caused by
external sources such as metal
objects, mobile phones, overhead
power lines, antennas, etc. In these
cases, use the buttons of the key fob
RKE transmitter to open and close
the vehicle or the emergency key,
inserting it into the driver side door
lock.

• The “Passive Entry” system does not
lock and unlock the doors directly

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and immediately but with a slight
delay (about 2 seconds).

Unlock Door from the Driver Side

With a valid key fob RKE transmitter
within 3.3 ft (1 m) of the driver's
door handle, grip the driver’s door
outside handle to unlock the door
automatically. The interior door panel
lock knob will rise when the door is
unlocked.

NOTE:

If “1stPress of Key Fob Unlocks” is
programmed on all doors will unlock
when you grip the front driver’s door
handle. To select between “Driver
Door” and “All Doors”, see “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”.

Unlock Door from the Passenger Side

With a valid key fob RKE transmitter
within 3.3 ft (1 m) of the passenger
door handle, grip the front passenger
outside door handle to unlock all four
doors automatically.

The interior door panel lock knob will
rise when the door is unlocked.

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NOTE:

All doors will unlock when you grip
the front passenger door handle
regardless of the driver’s door unlock
preference setting (“Driver Door” or
“All Doors”).

Preventing Inadvertent Locking of the Key fob RKE Transmitter inside the Vehicle

To minimize the possibility of
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transmitter inside your vehicle, the
“Passive Entry” system is equipped
with an automatic door unlock feature
which will function if the ignition
switch is in the OFF position.

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If one of the vehicle doors is open and
the door panel switch is used to
lock the vehicle, once all open doors
have been closed, the system checks
the inside and outside of the vehicle
for any valid key fobs RKE transmitter.
If one of the vehicle's key fobs RKE
transmitters is detected inside the
vehicle, and no other valid key fobs
RKE transmitters are detected outside
the vehicle, the “Passive Entry” system
automatically unlocks all vehicle doors
and chirps the horn fourteen times (on
the fifteenth attempt ALL doors will
lock and the key fob RKE transmitter
will be locked in the vehicle). This will
happen even when pressing the lower

button on the outer edge of the
left trunk compartment lining to close
and lock the power liftgate.

NOTE:

The vehicle automatically unlocks the
doors under any of the following
conditions:

• the doors are manually locked using
the door lock knob positioned on the
door panel;

• there is a valid key fob RKE
transmitter inside the vehicle;

• there is not a valid key fob RKE
transmitter outside the vehicle.

NOTE:

The vehicle will not automatically
unlock the doors under any of the
following conditions:

• the doors are locked using the key
fob RKE transmitter;

• the doors are locked using the button
on the “Passive Entry” door handles;

• there is a valid key fob RKE
transmitter outside the vehicle and
within 3.3 ft (1 m) of either “Passive
Entry” door handle;

• fifteen attempts are made to lock the
doors using the door panel switch
and/or the lower button (on
the outer edge of the left trunk
compartment) and then close the
doors.

If the key fob RKE transmitter is inside
the passenger compartment and one
of the doors locked only to the first
detent of lock pawl (hence it is not
fully closed), when the vehicle lock

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function with alarm system for trunk
lid and doors is being activated by
means of RH button at the bottom
of the trunk lid, said function will be
activated all the same.

In this condition, any attempt to duly
close the door that is partially open
will cancel vehicle lock and alarm
system arming thus leaving vehicle
unlocked.

Release the Liftgate and Enter the Trunk

With the key fob within 3.3 ft (1
m) of the power liftgate, press the
button located between the license
plate lights, the power liftgate will
automatically open until it has reached
its maximum height; if the same
button is not pressed again to stop it
(for more information, see chapter
“Power Liftgate Operation” in this
section).

If the vehicle had already been
unlocked through key fob or “Passive
Entry”, the presence of the key fob is
not required; simply use the button
located between the license plate
lights to open the power liftgate
automatically.

Manual Door Lock from Outside

With one of the vehicle’s key fobs RKE
transmitters within 3.3 ft (1 m) of the
driver or passenger front door handles,
press the external door handle button
to lock all four doors.

NOTE:

• After pressing the outside door
handle button, you must wait two
seconds before you can lock or
unlock the doors using this door
handle. By pulling the external door
handle, you can check if the car
remains locked, without “Passive
Entry” system reacting and unlocking
the doors.

• The “Passive Entry” system will
not operate if the key fob RKE
transmitter battery is dead.

• If power liftgate/Hands free has been
left open, it will stay open when you
press the button on door external
handle, and the locking feature will
only occur after the closing of the
power liftgate.

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The vehicle doors can also be locked
by using the key fob RKE transmitter
lock button or the lock button
located on the vehicle’s inner door
panel.

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Radio Frequency RKE Transmitter - Regulatory Information

The “Regulatory Information” for

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all the radio frequency and radar
devices can be consulted by accessing
the "Services" section on the website

www.maserati.com.

Power Windows

The window controls on the driver's
door panel govern all the door
windows.

There are single window controls on
each passenger door trim panel, which
operate the corresponding window.

The window controls will operate only
when the ignition switch is in the ACC
or RUN position.

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NOTE:

• The power window switches will
remain active for up to 10 minutes
after the ignition switch is turned to
the OFF position. Opening either
front door will cancel this feature.
The time lapse can be set. See “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls” for further
information.

• Frequent activations of the power
windows could result in a temporary
lock out of the motors. In this
case, wait a moment before a new
activation.

WARNING!

Improper use of the power windows
and the sunroof (if equipped) can
however be dangerous, even with
the anti-pinch prevention system.
Before and during activation of the
power window, always check that
the passengers are not exposed to
the risk of injury both by the moving
window and by personal objects that
could be dragged or hit by it. Do not
leave unattended children in a vehicle
with a key fob RKE transmitter inside.
When getting out the vehicle, always
remove the key fob RKE transmitter
to prevent the windows being

accidentally activated, posing a risk to
passengers remaining onboard.

Auto-Down Feature

The driver door power window switch
and some model passenger door
power window switches have an
auto-down feature.

Press the window switch to the second
detent, release, and the window will
go completely down automatically.

To open the window part way, press
the window switch to the first detent
and release it when you want the
window to stop.

To stop the window from going all
the way down during the auto-down
operation, pull up on the switch
briefly.

Auto-Up Feature with Anti­Pinch Protection

Lift the window switch to the second
detent, release, and the window will
go all the way up automatically.

To stop the window from going all the
way up during the auto-up operation,
push down on the switch briefly.

To close the window part way, lift the
window switch to the first detent and
release it when you want the window
to stop.

NOTE:

• If the window runs into any obstacle
during auto-closure, it will reverse
direction and then go back down.
Remove the obstacle and use the
window switch again to close the
window.

• Any impact due to rough road
conditions may trigger the auto
reverse function unexpectedly during
auto-closure. If this happens, pull the
switch lightly to the first detent and
hold to close the window manually.

• Frequent activations of the anti-pinch
function could disable the auto­down and auto-up function of the
windows. In order to re-activate this
function proceed with a reset cycle as
described in the next paragraph.

WARNING!

There is no anti-pinch protection when
the window is almost closed. Be sure
to clear all objects from the area
before closing the window.

Reset Auto-Up/Down

Should the auto-up/down feature stop
working, the window probably needs
to be reset.

To reset auto-up/down, pull the
window switch up to close the window
completely and push the window

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switch down to open the window
completely.

Open the Windows with RKE Transmitter and Ignition Off

When the ignition switch is in OFF

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position, windows can be opened by
pressing the button on the RKE
transmitter.

• Press the button and release it;

• Press a second time the button
and keep it pressed until complete
opening of the windows, if they were
closed.

Rear Window and Sunshade Lockout Button

The window lockout button on the
driver's door trim panel allows to
disable the window and sunshade
control on the rear doors by pressing
the window lockout button (setting it
in the down position).

To enable the controls previously
described, press the window lockout
button again (setting it in the up
position).

Wind Buffeting

Wind buffeting can be described
as the perception of pressure or a
helicopter-type sound. Your vehicle
may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof (if
equipped) in open or partially open
positions. This is a normal occurrence
and can be minimized. If the buffeting
occurs with the rear windows open,
open the front and rear windows
together to minimize the buffeting. If
the buffeting occurs with the sunroof
open, then adjust the sunroof opening
to minimize the buffeting.

Power Sunshades on Rear Door Windows (for versions/markets, where provided)

NOTE:

• On vehicles provided with power
sunshades on the rear windows, the
window switches also operate the
sunshades.

• The rear windows lock button
operates the rear power sunshades as
well.

• The window and sunshades controls
will operate only if the ignition
switch is in ACC or RUN position.

Operation of the rear windows
and related sunshades is done by
pressing or pulling the window switch
and depends on the position of the
windows prior to the command
operation.

As described for the opening and
closing functions of the power
windows (see chapter “Power
Windows” in this section), the
windows switch has two functioning
modes: press and release the switch to
the first detent to partially move the
window; press and release the switch
to the second detent to move the
window all the way up or down.

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WARNING!

Rear seat passengers must be careful
when operating the sunshades, since
there is the risk of being pinched
between the top of the sunshade
and the head lining, during raising,
and between the top edge of the

sunshade and the door panel, during
lowering.

CAUTION!

Before activating the sunshade, make
sure that no objects can interfere with
its travel.

The following images and the
subsequent text show the possible
starting positions (“A”, “B”, “C” and
“UP”, “DOWN”) and function of the
window and the sunshade, to be
independently activated by pressing or
lifting the control switch to the first
(1) or second (2) detent.

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A. Sunshade fully unrolled (“UP” position) and Window closed (“UP” position)

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• Pulling the control up to 1 or 2
detent: no action (“NOP”).

1.1 Pressing the control to 1 detent:

the sunshade rolls down com­pletely and the window stays
closed.

1.2 Pressing the control again to 1
detent: the window opens par­tially until the control is released
and the sunshade stays down
(pressing the control to 2 de­tent: the window opens com­pletely).

2.1 Pressing the control to 2 detent:
the sunshade rolls down com­pletely while the window stays
closed.

2.2 Pressing the control again to
2 detent: the window opens
completely.

B. Sunshade fully rolled down (“DOWN” position) and Window closed (“UP” position)

• Pulling the control up to 1 or
2 detent: the sunshade unrolls

completely and the window stays
closed.

• Pressing the control to 1 or 2 detent:
the window opens partially or
completely and the sunshade remains
rolled.

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C. Sunshade fully rolled down (“DOWN” position) and Window completely open (“DOWN” position)

• Pulling the control to 1 or 2 detent:
the window closes partially or
completely and the sunshade remains
rolled.

• Pressing the control to 1 or 2 detent:
no action (“NOP”).

Teaching Cycle

After battery disconnection, the
following teaching cycle is required to
store the limit positions the sunshades.
Use the controls on the rear doors to
move the sunshades.

• With glass closed, lift rear sunshade
control on driver side for a few
seconds. It is not necessary that the
sunshade reaches its upper limit.

• Reverse the sunshade movement by
pressing the control downwards.
Once the lower limit is reached, press
and hold the control for at least 10
seconds. This action allows setting
the control unit in initialisation
status.

• Release the movement command.

• Within maximum 15 seconds:

- Press once the control downwards

(first or second detent). In this way
the control unit stores the lower
limit position. During this operation
a slight click of the sunshade motor
that switches to mechanical lock
condition can be heard.

- Lift the control and hold it up until

the sunshade completes its upstroke
and reaches the car body pillar, fully
home. Once the upper limit stop is
reached, the sunshade will move
downwards for approx. 0.08-0.12 in
(2-3 mm) and the control unit will

store this height as the upper limit.
Now the teaching of the driver side
rear sunshade is complete.

• Repeat the same operations for the
passenger side rear sunshade to
complete the teaching procedure.

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Power Liftgate Operation

The power liftgate can be operated
from inside the vehicle by pressing the
button on the front dome console.

This command will fully open or fully

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close the power liftgate. Pressing this
button in sequence, if the power
liftgate stops in intermediate position,
it resumes and reverses the stroke
direction.

NOTE:

The shift lever must be in P (Park)
before the button can operate.

The power liftgate can be fully opened
from outside the vehicle by pressing
the button on the key fob with
RKE transmitter twice within five
seconds or by using the external
button located on the lower side of
the liftgate ledge, between the license
plate lights, when the vehicle has been

unlocked using the key fob or the
“Passive Entry” system.

When the button on the key fob
is pressed twice within five seconds,
the direction indicators flash twice
to indicate the opening or closing
of the power liftgate, if the light
flashing function at closing is activated
on MTC+ (for more information,
see the chapter "MTC+ Settings" in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).

With the ignition switch in RUN
position, the red symbol will be
displayed on the instrument cluster. If
the vehicle is in motion, in addition
to the symbol will also appear a
message indicating that the power
liftgate is open. Once the power
liftgate is closed the symbol or the
symbol and message will disappear
from the display.

With the ignition device in the OFF
position, only the power liftgate open
symbol will display until closure.

See “Passive Entry System” in this
section for more information on power
liftgate operation with the “Passive
Entry” feature.

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Automatic Opening and Closing Movement of the Power Liftgate

Automatic opening and closing
movement of the liftgate is driven by
electric actuators and a motorized
latch ensuring lid locking upon closing.

The button on key fob and
button on front dome console not only
allow user to completely open the
power liftgate, but also to stop it at
any intermediate position by pressing
the button again whenever you wish
to stop and resume the opening
process.

In addition to these commands, it
is possible to open and close the
power liftgate, or stop its movement,
by simply moving your foot under
the rear bumper, if the vehicle is so
equipped with the kick sensor option.

In this latter case, the power liftgate
will be opened and closed only if the
“Passive Entry” system acknowledges
the presence of the key fob RKE
transmitter within 3.3 ft (1 m) of the
power liftgate.

Power liftgate uses the button
in-between the license plate lights,
indicated in figure, to activate the
opening once the car has been

unlocked by the key fob or by the
“Passive Entry” function.

By pressing this button when the
power liftgate is closed, you can open
it completely, or by pressing the
button again stop the opening process,
or by pressing the button again invert
the movement and close it completely.

When the power liftgate is open,
to move it there are two buttons
positioned on the outer edge of the
left trunk compartment lining as
indicated in figure.

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When the liftgate is completely open
if you press and release the upper
button , the power liftgate will be
completely closed unless it is stopped;

• if instead the power liftgate is in an
intermediate position and you press
and release the upper button
during the closing or opening stroke,
it will be stopped;

• if instead the power liftgate is
stopped in an intermediate position
and you press and release the upper
button , it will reverse its previous
movement and it will be completely
opened or closed unless it is stopped
again.

In any case, when you press the upper
button , the doors will not be
locked and the alarm system will not
be armed.
When the liftgate is completely open
if you press and release the lower

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button , the power liftgate will be
completely closed unless it is stopped;

• if instead the power liftgate is in an
intermediate position and you press

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and release the lower button
during the closing or opening stroke,
it will be stopped;

• if instead the power liftgate is
stopped in an intermediate position
and you press and release the lower
button , it will reverse its previous
movement and it will be completely
opened or closed unless it is stopped
again.

In any case, when you press the
lower button , the doors will not
be locked and the alarm system will
not be armed immediately, but only
when the liftgate will have reached
the totally closed position as effect of
every movement commands received
from every other available inputs.

NOTE:

• The order of the functions shown
does not represent the sequence in
which they can be performed.

• The buttons of the power liftgate
do not work if a gear is engaged or
if the vehicle speed is higher than 0
MPH (0 km/h).

• The power liftgate does not work
with temperatures lower than−22°F
(−30°C) or higher than 150°F (65°C).

• If the opening buttons or the
handles are operated while the
power liftgate is closing, the stroke
of liftgate stops. Pressing another
time the same command it reverses
movement and fully open.

• If the opening buttons or the handles
are operated while the power
liftgate is opening, the motor of the
liftgate is disabled to allow manual
operation.

• If the power liftgate finds several
obstacles during the same operating
cycle, it will stop automatically and
must be opened or closed manually.

• If the power liftgate is closing and
a gear is engaged, the liftgate will
continue closing. In this condition,
it is possible that, during the closing
stroke, it may find an obstacle and
stop.

WARNING!

If, for any reason, the power liftgate
must remain open while driving,
close all the windows and activate
the blower of the air conditioning

control at the maximum speed. Do not
activate recirculation.

Set the Position of Maximum Power Liftgate Opening

The maximum opening position of
the liftgate can be modified using
the previously described buttons
on the outer left edge of the trunk
compartment.

1. Activate the liftgate and stop it
in the new maximum opening
position to be set, by pressing the
upper button.

2. Press the upper or lower
buttons and keep it pressed for 3
seconds.

3. Release the button (pressed in
the previous point). Upon the
following opening controls, the
liftgate will stop in the stored
position.

If you want to reset the maximum
possible opening position of the
liftgate, proceed as described below
starting from the previously set
opening position.

1. Manually push the liftgate to
the maximum possible opening
position.

2. Repeat the previously performed
steps 2 and 3.

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Power Liftgate Automatic Safe Movement

Power liftgate safe opening and
closing is ensured by a protection
system able to stop its movement
when an obstacle is detected along the
path: when opening or closing, it stops
automatically and then slightly moves
back.

Along the upper outer edges, the
vehicle can be equipped with anti­pinch protection sensors. These sensors
stop the automatic closing stroke and
partly open the power liftgate when
a pressure is carried out, also slight,
within their range shown in the figure.

After the closing command, when
power liftgate starts closing, all the
indicators will blink to warn anyone
within range.

Apart from activating indicators
blinking when power liftgate is

operated, it is also possible to activate
a sound warning by selecting the
relevant function within MTC+ user
settings (see “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).

When power liftgate edge reaches the
car body, the motor locking the latch is
activated automatically.

If necessary, the power liftgate can
also be opened or closed manually
using the handles indicated in the
picture. This operation could be
required when the liftgate remains
open for a long period of time.

NOTE:

Frequent activations of the anti-pinch
protection function may disable the
automatic movement of the power
liftgate. To reactivate this function,
perform a reset cycle by carrying out a

complete opening/closing sequence,
after manually closing the power
liftgate.

WARNING!

Activate power liftgate only when

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vehicle is at a standstill.
Always pay utmost attention when

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opening and closing the tailgate.
If for any reason the protection
system might fail to respond, it could
cause injury to anyone within the
operating area.
After the closing command, always

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make sure that power liftgate is
completely closed.

CAUTION!

Under extreme weather conditions,

•

liftgate seal could freeze and
compromise power liftgate
automatic opening and closing.
Before opening power liftgate, make

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sure that no objects or snow are set
on liftgate or might jam or prevent
its opening.

Hands Free Power Liftgate Release and Closing

This mode is controlled by the “Passive
Entry” system (see paragraph “Passive

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Entry System” in this section), which
automatically releases and closes
the power liftgate when you place
your foot in the area under the rear
bumper.

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The system will only operate if the
system acknowledges the presence of
the key fob RKE transmitter within 3.3
ft (1 m) of the power liftgate.

The range of the sensors that detect
your foot movement extends along
and underneath the central portion of
the rear bumper.

To activate the power liftgate, stand
behind the vehicle, near the liftgate,
and move your foot under the bumper
as if to kick something. Do not place
your foot too close to the bumper or
touch the underbody.

WARNING!

Pay careful attention to the exhaust

•

tailpipes as they can reach high
temperatures and, in case of contact,
they can cause severe burns.
When it is not necessary to open

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the power liftgate with the Hands
free mode, make sure the key fob
is outside the range of use (3.3 ft/1
m). Otherwise, the power liftgate

can be opened accidentally by an
unintentional movement of the foot.

In order for the sensors to detect
your foot movement, move your
foot towards the vehicle rather than
sideways and immediately pull it back:
from this moment, the power liftgate
will activate within two seconds.

If closed, with the foot movement the
power liftgate will:

• unlock and completely open;

• after another kick, will stop;

• after another kick, will reverse its
movement and completely close
unless stopped again.

If open, with the foot movement the
power liftgate will:

• completely close but not lock;

• another kick before the completed
closing can stop the movement;

• if the movement was stopped
another kick operation will invert a
complete opening.

NOTE:

• If your foot movement fails
to activate the power liftgate
movement, wiggling your foot under
the bumper will not help. Repeat the
whole kick movement.

• In particular situations, external
factors affecting the sensor area
may trigger the Hands free power
liftgate release feature. For example,
when washing the vehicle, a water
jet aimed at the sensor area may
trigger the Hands free power liftgate
release feature. Keep the key fob RKE
transmitter away from the sensing
range of the sensors (10 ft/3 m)
or disable the Hands free feature
from the MTC+ menu (see “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”). A key fob
RKE transmitter located in the front
seat passenger area is considered out
of range of the Hands free liftgate
release sensor.

• If somebody or something knocks
against the power liftgate while it is
moving, the safety system might stop
lid opening or closing movement.

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Power Liftgate Emergency Release

If the power release control fails to
operate by either the key fob RKE
transmitter or by pressing the button
on the dome console, the vehicle
battery could be low or disconnected.

If the doors are still locked, use the
emergency mechanical key inserted
in the driver’s door lock to enter the
vehicle and open the hood. In this
condition, it is possible to temporarily
power the system by using the battery
remote poles located inside the
engine compartment (see “Auxiliary
Jump-Start Procedure” in section “In
an Emergency”).

Then it is possible to normally open
the power liftgate by using the key
fob RKE transmitter or the button on
the dome console.

Have the vehicle serviced by an

Authorized Maserati Dealer.

Hood Operation

Opening

Two latches must be released to open
the hood.

• From inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release lever located under the left
lower side of the dashboard.

• Move to the outside and stand in
front of the vehicle front grille.

• Slightly lift the hood and push the
safety catch as indicated by the
arrow. The safety catch is located in
the center of the hood.

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• Lift the hood completely: this
operation is facilitated by two gas
struts keeping the hood in the fully
open position.

With the ignition switch in RUN
position, the red symbol will
display on the instrument cluster with
the message indicating that the hood
is open.

Closing

Lower the hood, and then gently drop
it. This should secure the inclusion of
both latches.

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CAUTION!

To prevent possible damage, do not
slam the hood to close it.

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WARNING!

Be sure the hood is fully latched

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before driving your vehicle. If the
lid is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and
block your vision. Failure to follow
this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
Gear shifting is always active and

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may be performed even when one
or more doors, the hood or the
liftgate are open. Therefore, in these
conditions, take great care to avoid
moving the transmission shift lever
and so accidentally engage gears.

Occupants Restraint Systems

The listed occupants restraint systems
are some of the most important safety
features in your vehicle:

• Three-point seat belts (also called lap
and shoulder belts) for the driver and
all passengers.

• Advanced front air bags for driver
and passenger.

• Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable
Curtains (SABIC) for the driver and
passengers seated next to a window.

• Supplemental seat-mounted side air
bags.

• An energy-absorbing steering column
and steering wheel.

• Front seat belts incorporate dual
pretensioners that may enhance
occupant protection by managing the
energy created during an impact.

• All seat belt systems (except the
driver’s) include Automatic Locking
Retractors (ALR), which lock the
seat belt webbing into position by
extending the belt all the way out
and then adjusting the belt to the
desired length to restrain a child seat
or secure a large item in a seat.

Please pay close attention to the
information in this section. It tells
you how to use your restraint system

properly, to keep you and your
passengers as safe as possible.

If you are carrying children too small
for adult-sized seat belts, the seat belts
or the Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren (LATCH) feature also can be
used to hold infant and child restraint
systems. For more information on
LATCH, refer to “Lower Anchors and
Tether for CHildren (LATCH)” in this
section.

WARNING!

To help provide maximum protection,
you are advised to keep the seatback
in the most upright position possible
and the seat belt close to your chest
and pelvis. If the seat belt is loose,
in the event of an accident you
could move too far forward and
could be injured. Travelling with the
seatback too far reclined could also
be dangerous: even if the seat belts
are fastened, they may not work
correctly. In fact, the belt itself may
not be close enough to your body and,
if it is in front of you, it could cause
neck wounds or other injuries in an
accident. Additionally, in an accident,
the lower section of the belt could
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stomach rather than the pelvic area,
causing serious internal injuries.

NOTE:

The advanced air bags have a multi
stage inflator. This allows the air bag
to have different stages of inflation
based on the severity and type of
collision.

Here are some simple steps you can
take to minimize the risk of harm from
a deploying air bag:

• Children 12 years old and under
should always ride buckled up in a
rear seat.

WARNING!

Infants in rear facing child restraints
should never ride in the front seat
of a vehicle with a passenger
Advanced Front Air Bag. An air bag
deployment can cause severe or fatal
injury to infants in that position. Do
not use child seats or child booster
cushions/backrests in the front
passenger seat. Occupants in the front
passenger seat must never sit on the
edge of the seat, leaning toward the
dashboard or otherwise sit out of
position. The occupants’ back must be
as upright as comfort allows, and

must rest against the seatback with
the seat belt properly fastened.
Feet must be on the floor (i.e. not
on the dashboard, seat or out of the
window).

Children that are not big enough to
wear the vehicle seat belt properly
(see “Child Restraints System” in this
section) should be secured in the
rear seat in child restraints seats
or belt-positioning booster seats.
Older children who do not use child
restraints seats or belt-positioning
booster seats should ride properly
buckled up in the rear seat. Never
allow children to slide the shoulder
belt behind them or under their arm.

The safest place for a child that has
outgrown the child safety seat is in
the rear seat using the standard seat
belt in combination with a suitable
booster seat if needed so the seat belt
is properly located on the child.

You should read the instructions
provided with your child restraint
system to make sure that you are using
it properly.

• All occupants should always wear

their lap and shoulder belts properly.

• The driver and front passenger seats

should be moved back as far as

possible to allow the Advanced Front
Air Bags room to inflate.

• Do not lean against the door

or window. Your vehicle has
Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable
Curtains (SABIC) and Supplemental
Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB),
and if deployment occurs, the
SABIC and SAB air bags will inflate
forcefully into the space between
you and the door.

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If the air bag system in this
vehicle needs to be modified to
accommodate a disabled person,
contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer.

WARNING!

Relying on the air bags alone could

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lead to more severe injuries in a
collision. The air bags work with
your seat belt to restrain you
properly. In some collisions, the air
bags won’t deploy at all. Always
wear your seat belt even though you
have air bags.
In a collision, you and your

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passengers can suffer much greater
injuries if you are not properly
buckled up. You can strike the
interior of your vehicle or other

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passengers, or you can be thrown
out of the vehicle. Always be sure
you and others in your vehicle are
buckled up properly.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in

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a seat and using a seat belt properly.
Occupants, including the driver,
should always wear their seat belts
whether or not an air bag is also
provided at their seating position to
minimize the risk of severe injury or
death in the event of a crash.
Buckle up even though you are an

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excellent driver, even on short trips.
Someone on the road may be a poor
driver and cause an accident that
includes you. This can happen far
away from home or on your own
street.

Statistics report that seat belts save
lives and help reduce the seriousness
of injuries in an accident. Some of the
worst injuries happen when people
are thrown from the vehicle. Seat belts
reduce the possibility of ejection and
the risk of injury caused by striking the
inside of the vehicle.

Everyone in a motor vehicle should be
belted at all times.

Three-Point Seat Belts

All seating positions in your vehicle are
equipped with combination lap and
shoulder belts.

The belt retractor is designed to lock
during very sudden stops or impacts.
This feature allows the shoulder part
of the belt to move freely with you
under normal conditions, conforming
to the body of the occupants.

However, in an accident, the belt will
lock and reduce your risk of striking
the inside of the vehicle or being
thrown out.

The driver is responsible for respecting,
and ensuring that all the other
occupants of the car also observe the
local regulations concerning the use of
seat belts.

Always fasten the seat belts before
starting the vehicle.

Seat belts are designed to be used by
persons whose physical characteristics
(age, height, weight) are provided
for by established legislation in each
country. Anyone who does not comply
with these provisions may not travel
in the front passenger seat. This also
applies to children. Their heads are
proportionally heavier and larger than
those of adults, while their bones and
muscles are relatively undeveloped. To
help protect them in case of a collision,

they must use special restraint or
safety systems, even in the rear seat
area.

WARNING!

It is forbidden and dangerous to

•

ride in a cargo area. In an accident,
people riding in these areas are more
likely to be seriously injured or
killed.
Do not allow any person to ride in

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any area of your vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seat belts.
Be sure all passengers are in a seat

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and using a seat belt properly.
Wearing your belt improperly could

•

make your injuries in an accident
much worse. You might suffer
internal injuries, or you could even
slide out of part of the belt. Follow
these instructions to wear your seat
belt properly and to keep your
passengers safe, too.
Two people should never be belted

•

into a single seat belt. People belted
together can crash into one another
in an accident, hurting one another
severely. Never use a lap/shoulder
belt for more than one person.
Remember that, in the event of an

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accident, the rear seat passengers

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not wearing the seat belts are not
only subject to personal injuries but
also represent a serious danger for
the front seat occupants.

Three-Point Seat Belts Use Instructions

• Enter the vehicle and close the door.
Sit back and adjust the seat.

• The seat belt latch plate is on the rear
door pillar, above the seat on the
external side.

• Hold the latch plate and pull the
belt across you, make the belt go
around your body and when the belt
is long enough to fit, insert the latch
plate into the buckle until you hear a
“click.”

WARNING!

The seat belts height must be

•

adjusted only with the vehicle
stationary.
Do not bring sharp edges in contact

•

with a seat belt. This could reduce
their initial strength and cause them
to tear in the event of a crash.
If a seat belt has been brought in

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contact with a sharp edge, or has
been used to pin something to it,
have it immediately replaced by our
Authorized Maserati Dealer.
A belt that is latched into the

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wrong buckle will not protect you
properly. The lap portion of the belt
could ride too high on your body,
possibly causing internal injuries.
Always latch your belt into the
corresponding buckle.
A seat belt that is too loose will

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not protect you properly. In a
sudden stop, you could move too far
forward, increasing the possibility of
injury. Wear your seat belt snugly.
A belt that is worn under your arm

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is dangerous. Your body could strike
the inside surfaces of the vehicle in
an accident, increasing head and

neck injury. A belt worn under the
arm can also cause internal injuries.

• Position the lap belt so that it is snug
and lies low across your hips, below
your abdomen. To fasten the lap belt
pull slightly up the diagonal portion
of the shoulder belt. To loosen the
lap belt if too tight, tilt the latch
plate and pull on the lap belt. A snug
belt reduces the risk of sliding under
the belt in an accident.

WARNING!

A lap belt worn too high can increase

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the risk of internal injury in an
accident. The belt forces won't
impact on the strong hip and pelvic
bones, but across your abdomen.
Always wear the lap belt as low as
possible and keep it comfortable.
A twisted belt will not protect you

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properly. In a collision, it could even
cut into you. Be sure the belt is
straight. If you can't straighten a belt
in your vehicle, take it to a Service
Center immediately.
Do not use devices (clips, fastenings

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etc.) that prevent the seat belts from
laying close to the occupants bodies.
Never carry children on a passenger’s

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• Position the shoulder belt on your
chest so that it is comfortable and
not resting on your neck. The
retractor will withdraw any slack in
the belt

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• To release the belt, push the red
button on the buckle. The belt will
automatically retract to its stowed
position. If necessary, guide the
seat belt with your hand while it
is rewinding, to prevent it from
twisting.

WARNING!

A frayed or torn belt could break in
an accident and leave you with no
protection. Inspect the belt system
periodically, checking for cuts, frays,
or loose parts. Damaged parts must
be replaced immediately. Do not
disassemble or modify the system.
Seat belt/retractor assemblies must be
replaced by an Authorized Maserati
Dealer after an accident if they have
been damaged (bent retractor, torn
belt, etc.).

WARNING!

A seat belt extender is not an

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authorized modification. It can
provide false seat belt usage status
that disables the Drive Away Inhibit
strategy and other important safety
features of your Maserati. ONLY use
a seat belt extender if it is physically
required in order to properly fit
the original seat belt system. DO
NOT USE the seat belt extender if,
when worn, the distance between
the front edge of the seat belt
extender buckle and the center of
the occupant’s body is LESS than 6
inches.
Using a seat belt extender when

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not needed can increase the risk of
serious injury or death in a collision.
Only use the seat belt extender
when the lap belt is not long enough
and only use in the recommended
seating positions. When the seat
belt extender is not required for
a different occupant, it must be
removed. Remove and store the seat
belt extender when not needed.

Three-Point Seat Belt Height Adjustment

WARNING!

Wearing your seat belt incorrectly

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could make your injuries in a
collision much worse. You might
suffer internal injuries, or you could
even slide out of the seat belt.
Follow these instructions to wear
your seat belt safely and to keep
your passengers safe, too.
Position the shoulder belt across the

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shoulder and chest with minimal, if
any slack so that it is comfortable
and not resting on your neck. The
retractor will withdraw any slack in
the shoulder belt.
Misadjustment of the seat belt could

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reduce the effectiveness of the
safety belt in a crash.
Always make all seat belt height

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adjustments when the vehicle is
stationary.

The vehicle has a shoulder belt height
adjuster for the driver and front
passenger seating positions.

Adjust the guide so that the shoulder
portion of the belt is on the shoulder
and not falling off of it. The belt
should be close to, but not contacting,
the neck.

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Push downward the upper part of the
indicated slider above the shoulder
belt guide to release the anchorage,
then move the belt slider up or down
to the fixed position that fits you best.

WARNING!

After the adjustment, always check
that the slider to which the oscillating
ring is fixed, is locked into one of the
positions provided. With the handgrip
released, push again downward to
allow the anchoring device to click
into place, in the event that it has not
been released in one of the positions
provided.

When you release the anchorage try to
move the belt slider up and down to
make sure that it is locked in position.

Three-Point Seat Belt Untwisting Procedure

Use the following procedure to
untwist a twisted three point belt.

• Position the latch plate as close as
possible to the anchor point.

• At about 0.5 to 1 ft (15 to 30 cm)
above the latch plate, grasp and twist
the belt 180 degrees to create a fold
that begins immediately above the
latch plate.

• Slide the latch plate upward over
the folded belt. The folded belt must
enter the slot at the top of the latch
plate.

• Continue to slide the latch plate up
until it clears the folded belt.

Passengers Seat Belts

All passengers seat belts are equipped
with Automatic Locking Retractors
(ALR) and can be used to secure a child
restraint system.

For additional information, see
“Installing Child Restraint Systems
using the Vehicle Seat Belt equipped
with ALR” under “Child Restraint
Systems” in this section.

If the passenger seat position should
not be used to accommodate a child
restraint system, only pull the belt
out far enough to comfortably
wrap around the occupant so as to

not activate the ALR. If the ALR is
activated, you will hear a ratcheting
sound as the belt retracts. In this case,
allow the belt to retract completely
and then carefully pull out only
the amount of belt necessary to
comfortably wrap around the seat
occupant.

Slide the latch plate into the buckle
until you hear a "click".

WARNING!

Remember that, in the event of a

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violent impact, the passengers in
the rear seats who are not wearing
the seat belts are not only subject to
personal injury but also represent a
danger for passengers sitting in the
front seats.
Always fasten the seat belts.

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Traveling without the seat belts

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fastened significantly increases the
risk of serious injury in the event of a
collision, even with the air bags.
In the event of a collision, the seat

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belts help reduce the possibility
of the vehicle’s occupants being
thrown against the structures of the
passenger compartment or out of
the vehicle.

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The air bags are designed to work

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together with the seat belts, not to
substitute them. The front air bags
only deploy in the event of certain

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head-on collisions of sufficient
intensity. They may not be activated
if the vehicle rolls over, or in the
event of rear bumps or minor frontal
collisions, or non-frontal collisions.

Seat Belt for Rear Central Seat

Unlike all other seat belts, this one
has two buckles and two metal latch
plates; in this way it is possible to
release it from the seat.

• Press the red button located on the
front of the buckle using the free
latch plate (step 1) and unlatch the
plate from the left-side buckle (step

2).

• Allow the belt to retract completely
into the retractor seat behind the
seatback.

To buckle the seat belt proceed as
follows:

• Take place in the central seat and
pull out the belt (A) from the upper
retractor in a normal manner,
without twisting it;

• Insert the first latch plate located at
the end of the shoulder portion of
the belt (A) inside the left buckle (B);

• Pull out completely the tape part
with the right buckle (C);

• Insert the latch plate located at the
end of the lap portion of the belt (A)
inside the right buckle (C).

WARNING!

The restraining action of the central
belt is only possible with the tape
part with the left and right buckle
extracted from the seat cushion.

To unlatch the seat belt, release the
right plate of the lap portion by
clicking on the red button.

Using Seat Belt in Automatic Locking Retractor Mode (ALR)

Use the seat belt automatic locking
mode anytime a child safety seat is
installed in a seating position that has
a belt with this feature.

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Children under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height,
should be properly buckled up in a
child restraint system.

Automatic Locking Mode Setting

• Buckle the lap and shoulder belt.

• Grasp the shoulder portion and pull
downward until the entire belt is
extracted.

• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt
retracts, you will hear a clicking
sound. This indicates the safety belt is
now in the automatic locking mode.

Automatic Locking Mode Unsetting

Unbuckle the three point seat belt
and allow it to retract completely to
disengage the automatic locking mode
and activate the vehicle emergency
locking mode.

WARNING!

The belt and retractor assembly

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must be checked by an Authorized
Maserati Dealer and must be
replaced if the Automatic Locking
Retractor (ALR) feature or any other
seat belt function is not working
properly.
Failure to replace the belt and

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retractor assembly could increase the
risk of injury in collisions.

Seat Belt Pretensioners

The car is equipped with front seat
belt pretensioners, that reduce slack
in the belts in the event of a severe
frontal impact. This guarantees the
perfect adherence of the seat belts
to the occupants bodies before the
restraining action begins.

This car is also equipped with a
second pretensioner in the kick plate
area. Its activation is signalled by the
shortening of the metal cable and
curling of its protective sheath.

Pretensioners work for all size
occupant restraint systems, including
the child restraint systems.

NOTE:

To obtain the highest degree of
protection from the action of the
pretensioning device, wear the seat
belt tight to the chest and pelvis.

Pretensioners are triggered by the
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC).
A pretensioner may be used only once
because it is a pyrotechnic device.

Pretensioners do not require any
maintenance or lubrication: any
changes to its original conditions
will invalidate its efficiency. If, due
to unusual natural events (floods,
sea storms, etc.), the device has been
affected by water and mud, it must be
replaced.

WARNING!

It is strictly forbidden to remove
or tamper with the pretensioner
components. Any service intervention
must be carried out only by qualified
and authorized personnel. Always
contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer.

CAUTION!

Operations which lead to impacts,
vibrations or localized heating (over
212°F/100°C for a maximum of 6
hours max.) in the area around the
pretensioners may damage or deploy
them erroneously. These devices are
not affected by vibrations caused by
uneven road surfaces or low obstacles.

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Contact the Authorized Maserati
Dealer for any intervention that may

be required.

Enhanced Seat Belt Use

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Reminder System (BeltAlert®)

BeltAlert®is a feature intended to
remind the driver and front passenger
to fasten their seat belts.

The feature activates with engine
running. If the driver or front seat
passenger is unbelted, the seat belt
reminder light and the related
message will turn on in the instrument
cluster. Message remains on for 5
seconds.

The BeltAlert®warning sequence
begins after the vehicle speed is over
5 MPH (8 km/h) for more than 19
seconds, by blinking the seat belt
reminder light and message and by
sounding an intermittent chime.

Once the sequence starts, it will
continue for the entire duration. After
the sequence completes, the seat belt
reminder light remains illuminated
until the respective seat belts are
fastened and the message remains on
for 5 seconds.

If the opened front door on the
driver or passenger side is closed
and the occupant presence sensor
detects a status change from occupant
not present to occupant present
the system will repeat the warning
sequence.

The driver should instruct all other
occupants to fasten their seat belts.

If a front seat belt is unbuckled while
traveling at speeds greater than 5
MPH (8 km/h), BeltAlert®will provide
both audio and visual notification
on the instrument cluster. The front
passenger seat BeltAlert®is not active
when the front passenger seat is not
occupied. BeltAlert®may be triggered
when an animal or heavy object is on
the front passenger seat.

It is recommended to restrain pets in
the rear seat, in pet harnesses or pet
carriers that are secured by seat belts,
and properly stow cargo.

Seat Belts and Pregnant Women

Seat belts should be worn by pregnant
women: the risk of injury in the event
of an accident is greatly reduced for
them and the unborn child if they
are wearing a seat belt. The best way
to protect the fetus is to protect the
mother.

Pregnant women must position the
lower part of the belt below the belly
so that it passes over the pelvis and
under the abdomen (see figure).

When a safety belt is worn properly, it
is more likely that the baby will not be
hurt in a crash. For pregnant women,
as for anyone, the key to making
safety belts effective is wearing them
properly.

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WARNING!

Pregnant women must carefully
observe the above indications, as well
as local regulation concerning the use
of seat belts.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) — Air Bags

This vehicle has front air bags and
lap/shoulder belts for both the driver
and front passenger. The front air
bags are a supplement to the seat belt
restraints systems.

The driver's advanced front air bag
is mounted in the center of the
steering wheel in the area shown in
the picture. On this area is embossed
the word “SRS AIRBAG” for easier
recognition.

The passenger's advanced front air bag
is mounted in the dashboard, above
the glove compartment in the area
shown in the picture. On this area is
embossed the word “AIRBAG” for
easier recognition.

NOTE:

These air bags are designed to
the advanced air bag regulatory
requirements.

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The advanced front air bags have a
multistage inflator design. This allows
the air bag to have different rates of
inflation based on the severity and
type of collision.

This vehicle is equipped with driver
and front passenger seat track position
sensors that may adjust the inflation
level of the advanced front air bags
based upon seat position.

This vehicle is also equipped with
a front passenger seat belt buckle
sensor that detects whether the front
passenger seat belt is fastened. The
seat belt buckle sensor may adjust the
inflation rate of the advanced front air
bag.

This vehicle is equipped with
Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable
Curtains (SABIC) to protect the heads
of front and rear outer occupants. The
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side windows and their covers are also
labeled “AIR bag”.

This vehicle is also equipped with
Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air
Bags (SAB) for driver and passenger

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pelvis-chest-shoulder protection during
a side impact. The Supplemental Seat­Mounted Side Air Bags are mounted
on front seats and are located in the
outboard side of the front seats.

NOTE:

After any accident, the vehicle should
be taken to the Authorized Maserati
Dealer immediately.

Air Bag System Components

Your vehicle may be equipped
with the following air bag system
components:

• Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC);

• Air bag warning light on the
instrument cluster;

• Steering wheel and column;

• Instrument cluster;

• Driver advanced front air bag;

• Passenger advanced front air bag;

• Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air
Bags (SAB);

• Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable
Curtains (SABIC);

• Front and side impact sensors;

• Front seat belt pretensioners;

• Seat belt buckle switch;

• Seat track position sensors;

• Pyrotechnical charge to cut power
from the battery; it is located on the
positive battery terminal.

WARNING!

The air bag is not a substitute for the
seat belts. Correct use of the seat
belts, in combination with the air bag,
will offer protection for the driver and
passenger in the front seat in the
event of a head-on collision.

Advanced Front Air Bags Properties

The advanced front air bag system has
multistage driver and front passenger
air bags. This system provides air bag
inflation rates which are appropriate
to the severity and type of collision as
determined by the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC), which may receive
information from the front impact
sensors.

The first stage inflator is triggered
immediately during an impact that
requires air bag deployment. This
inflation rate is used in less severe
collisions. A higher energy output,
inflation rate, is used for more severe
collisions.

CAUTION!

The airbag system must be ready
to protect you in a collision. The
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
monitors the internal circuits and
interconnecting wiring associated with
electrical Air Bag System Components
listed below:

Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

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Airbag Warning light on the

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instrument cluster
Steering Wheel and Column

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Instrument Cluster

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Driver advanced front air bag

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Passenger advanced front air bag

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Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air

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Bags (SAB) Air Bags
Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable

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Curtains (SABIC)
Front and side Impact Sensors

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Front seat belt pretensioners

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Seat Belt Buckle Switch

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Seat Track Position Sensors

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Pyrotechnical charge to cut the

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power from the battery: it is located
on the positive battery terminal

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CAUTION!

The electronic control unit

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provides for the activation of the
pretensioners, front air bags or
side air bags (front and rear) based
on different criteria, according to
the type of impact. Failure of one
or more systems to activate is not
indicative of a system malfunction.
The front and/or lateral air bags may

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inflate if the vehicle suffers a violent
impact involving the underbody
area, for example in case of violent
impacts against steps, sidewalks,
speed bumps, or when the vehicle
falls into potholes, or similar.

WARNING!

No objects should be placed over or

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near the air bag on the instrument
panel or steering wheel because any
such objects could cause harm if the
vehicle is in a collision severe enough
to cause the air bag to inflate.
Do not place anything on or around

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the air bag covers or attempt to
open them manually. You may
damage the air bags and you could
be injured because the air bags
may no longer be functional. The

protective covers for the air bag are
designed to open only when the air
bags are inflating.
Always drive with your hands on

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the steering wheel rim, so that the
air bag can inflate freely if required.
During the drive your back must be
as upright as comfort allows and be
against the seat back with the seat
belt properly fastened.
Do not apply stickers or other objects

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on the steering wheel, on the
dashboard in the passenger’s side air
bag area, on roof side trims or on the
seats.
Do not travel with objects in your

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lap, in front of your chest or
especially with a pipe, pencil or other
objects in your mouth. In the event
of a collision, the intervention of the
air bag could result in serious injury.
EXTREME HAZARD! Do not place a

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rearward-facing infant seat onto the
front seat (see warning label on the
dashboard and above and behind
the sun visors). Deployment of the
air bag in an accident could cause
fatal injuries to the baby regardless
of the severity of the collision.

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Supplemental Air bags

Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags (SAB)

Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air
Bags (SAB) protect the pelvis, chest and

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shoulder area of the occupants in the
event of a side impact of medium/high
severity. The SAB is marked with
“AIRBAG” label sewn into the
outboard side of the front seats.

When the air bag deploys, it opens the
seam between the front and side of
the seat's trim cover. Each air bag
deploys independently; a left side
impact deploys the left air bag only
and a right side impact deploys the
right air bag only.

Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC)

SABIC air bags are designed to protect
the head of front and rear occupants

in the event of a side impact, thanks to
the wide cushion inflation surface.

Each air bag features inflated
chambers placed adjacent to the head
of each outboard occupant that reduce
the potential for side-impact head
injuries. The SABICs deploy downward,
covering both windows on the impact
side.

The SABICs may help reduce the risk of
partial or complete ejection of vehicle
occupants through side windows in
certain rollover (because equipped
with rollover sensing) or side impact
events.

WARNING!

Side air bags also need room to

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inflate. Do not rest your head, arms
or elbows on the door, windows or
the area in which the window bag
is located to avoid possible injury
during air bag inflation. Sit upright
in the center of the seating area.
Do not cover the front seatbacks

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with clothes or covers. Do not use
accessory seat covers or place objects
between you and the side air bags;
the performance could be adversely
affected and/or objects could cause
serious injury.

Do not add roof racks that require

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permanent attachments (bolts or
screws) for installation on the vehicle
roof. Do not drill into the roof of the
vehicle for any reason.

Air Bag Deployment Sensors and Controls

Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)

The Occupant Restraint Controller
(ORC) determines if deployment of the
front air bags and/or side air bags in
a frontal or side collision or rollover
event is required. Based on the impact
sensor's signals, a central electronic
ORC deploys the advanced front air
bags, SABIC and SAB air bags, and
front seat belt pretensioners, as
required, depending on the severity
and type of impact.

On top of what previously described,
the characteristics of the collision
registered by the sensors and sent
to the control unit of the ORC can
also cause a sudden cut of the power
from the battery, “blowing” the
pyrotechnical charge located on the
positive battery terminal.

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CAUTION!

After a collision that has caused the
ignition of the pyrotechnical charge,
this must be replaced at an Authorized
Maserati Dealer.

Advanced front air bags are designed
to provide additional protection by
supplementing the seat belts in certain
frontal collisions depending on the
severity and type of collision.

Advanced front air bags are not
expected to reduce the risk of injury
in rear, side, or rollover collisions.
The advanced front air bags will
not deploy in all frontal collisions,
including those that may produce
substantial vehicle damage, for
example, some pole collisions, truck
under rides, and corner impacts. On
the other hand, depending on the
type and location of impact, advanced
front air bags may deploy in crashes
with little vehicle front-end damage
but that produce a severe initial
deceleration.

The side air bags will not deploy in all
side collisions. Side air bag deployment
will depend on the severity and type
of collision. Because air bag sensors
measure vehicle deceleration over
time, vehicle speed and damage

merely are not good indicators of
whether or not an air bag should have
deployed.

Seat belts are necessary for your
protection in all accidents, and also are
needed to help keep you in position,
away from an inflating air bag. The
ORC monitors the readiness of the
electronic parts of the air bag system
whenever the ignition switch is in the
RUN position. If the ignition switch
is in the OFF position, in the ACC
position, or not active, the air bag
system is not activated and the air
bags will not inflate.

The ORC contains a backup power
supply system that may deploy the
air bags even if the battery has low
power or it becomes disconnected
prior to deployment. When starting
the vehicle, ORC turns on the air bag
warning light on the instrument
cluster for approximately 4 to 8
seconds for a test.

After the test, the air bag warning
light will turn off. If the ORC, during
the diagnosis phase detects a
malfunction that could affect the air
bag system, it turns on the air bag
warning light and the “Service Airbag
System” message either momentarily
or continuously. The diagnostics also
record the nature of the malfunction.

A beep will sound if the light
illuminates again after initial startup.

The air bag warning light monitors the
internal circuits and interconnecting
wiring associated with air bag system
electrical components.

WARNING!

If the ignition switch is in RUN

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position, the engine is off and the
vehicle is in complete stop, the air
bags can be deployed in case of
collision. For this reason, children
must never occupy the front seat in a
rearward facing seat even if the car
is not moving. Deployment of the air
bag following an impact could cause
fatal injuries to the child. Please note
that when the ignition switch is in
the OFF or ACC position or is turned
off, the air bag will not deploy in

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case of collision. Therefore, in these
cases, lack of air bag deployment
is not an indication of a system
malfunction.
Ignoring the air bag warning light

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and message in your instrument
cluster could mean you won't have
the air bags to protect you in the
event of a collision. If the light does
not come on as a bulb check when
the ignition is first turned on, stays
on after you start the engine, or if
it comes on as you drive, have an
Authorized Maserati Dealer service
the air bag system immediately.

Front Air Bag Inflator Units

When the ORC detects a collision
requiring the advanced front air bags,
it signals the inflator units. A large
quantity of nontoxic gas is generated
to inflate the advanced front air bags.

The steering wheel hub trim cover and
the upper right side of the dashboard
separate and fold out of the way as
the air bags inflate to their full size.

The air bags then quickly deflate while
helping to restrain the driver and front
passenger. The advanced front air bag
gas is vented through the vent holes
in the sides of the air bag. In this way,
the air bags do not interfere with your
control of the vehicle.

Supplemental Seat-Mounted Side Air Bag (SAB) Inflator Units

The ORC unit determines if a side
collision requires the side air bags
to inflate, based on the severity and
type of collision. Based on the severity
and type of collision, the side air bag
inflator on the crash side of the vehicle
may be triggered, releasing a quantity
of nontoxic gas.

The inflating SAB exits through the
seat seam into the space between
the occupant and the door. The side
air bag moves at a very high speed
and with such a high force that it
could injure you if you are not seated
properly, or if items are positioned
in the area where the side air bag
inflates. This especially applies to
children.

Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC) Inflator Units

During collisions where the impact
is confined to a particular area of
the side of the vehicle, the ORC may
deploy the SABIC air bags, depending
on the severity and type of collision. In
these events, the ORC will deploy the
SABIC only on the impact side of the
vehicle. A quantity of non-toxic gas is
generated to inflate the side curtain
air bag.

The inflating side curtain air bag
pushes the head/s of the occupant/s
seating in the outside seats from the
edge of the headliner out of the way
and covers the window. The air bag
inflates with enough force to possibly
injure you if you are not belted
and seated properly, or if items are
positioned in the area where the side
curtain air bag inflates. This especially
applies to children.

The SABICs may also help reduce the
risk of partial or complete ejection
of vehicle occupants through side
windows in certain rollover events
(because equipped with rollover
sensing).

Front and Side Impact Sensors

In front and side impacts, impact
sensors can aid the ORC in determining
appropriate response to impact events.

Enhanced Accident Response System

In the event of an impact causing air
bag deployment, if the communication
network and the power remains
intact, depending on the nature of
the accident, the ORC will determine
whether the enhanced accident
response system will have to perform
the following functions:

• cut off fuel to the engine;

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• turn hazard lights and interior lights
on as long as the battery has power
or until the ignition switch is turned
off;

• unlock the doors automatically;

• disconnect the battery with a
pyrotechnic charge.

Air Bag Deployment Result

The advanced front air bags are
designed to deflate immediately after
deployment.

If you do have a collision which
deploys the air bags, any or all of the
following may occur:

• The nylon air bag material may
sometimes cause abrasions and/or
skin reddening to the driver and
front passenger as the air bags
deploy and unfold.

• As the air bags deflate, you may
see some smoke-like particles. The
particles are a normal by-product
of the process that generates the
non-toxic gas used for air bag
inflation. These airborne particles
may irritate the skin, eyes, nose, or
throat. If these particles settle on
your clothing, follow the garment
manufacturer's instructions for
cleaning. Do not drive your vehicle
after an air bag has deployed. If you
are involved in another collision,

the air bags will not be in place to
protect you.

ENVIRONMENTAL!

Air bag inflation releases a small
amount of powder. This powder is not
harmful to the environment.

WARNING!

Deployed air bags and seat belt

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pretensioners cannot protect you in
another collision. Have the air bags,
seat belt pretensioners, and the
front seat belt retractor assemblies
replaced by an Authorized Maserati
Dealer. Also, have the Occupant
Restraint Controller (ORC) system
serviced as well.
Have the air bag checked, serviced

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and replaced only by an Authorized
Maserati Dealer.

Air Bag System Maintenance

WARNING!

Modifications to any part of the air

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bag system could cause it to fail;
thus you could be injured if the air
bag system is not there to protect
you. Do not modify the components
or wiring. Do not modify the front

bumper, vehicle body structure,
or add aftermarket side steps or
running boards.
It is dangerous to try to repair any

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part of the air bag system without
the necessary know-how.
Do not attempt to modify any part

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of your air bag system. The air bag
may inflate accidentally or may not
function properly if modifications
are made. Take your vehicle to
an Authorized Maserati Dealer
for any air bag system service. If
your seat including your trim cover
and cushion needs to be serviced
in any way (including removal
or loosening/tightening of seat
attachment bolts), take the vehicle to
an Authorized Maserati Dealer.
Only Maserati manufacturer

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approved seat accessories may be
used. If it is necessary to modify
the air bag system for persons with
disabilities, contact an Authorized
Maserati Dealer.
If the speedometer, tachometer, or

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any engine related gauges are not
working, the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) may also be
disabled. The air bags may not be
ready to inflate for your protection.
Promptly check the fuse block for

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blown fuses. To identify the air bag
fuse see “Fuse Replacement” in
section "Maintenance and Care". See
an Authorized Maserati Dealer if the

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fuse does not fix the problem.

Transport of persons with disability

If it is necessary to modify the
advanced air bag system of your
vehicle to accommodate a person with
disabilities, contact an Authorized

Maserati Dealer.

WARNING!

The advanced air bag system of your

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vehicle is not designed to protect
adults with disabilities that require
deactivation of the passenger or
driver air bag.
If you or another occupant is an

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adult with a medical condition that
requires air bag deactivation, please
contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer. For further information on
disabled driver or passengers see
http://www.safercar.gov.
Persons with disabilities are advised

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not to travel in the front seat in
order to avoid the risk of serious

injuries or death, even in minor
crashes.

Event Data Recorder (EDR)

This vehicle is equipped with an event
data recorder (EDR). The main purpose
of an EDR is to record, in certain crash
or near crash-like situations, such as
an air bag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assist in
understanding how a vehicle’s systems
have performed.

The EDR is designed to record data
related to vehicle dynamics and safety
systems for a short period of time,
typically 30 seconds or less.

The EDR in this vehicle is designed to
record such data as:

• how various systems in your vehicle
were operating;

• whether or not the driver and
passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened;

• how far (if at all) the driver was
depressing the accelerator and/or
brake pedal; and

• how fast the vehicle was traveling.

These data can help provide a better
understanding of the circumstances in
which crashes and injuries occur.

NOTE:

EDR data are recorded by your
vehicle if a crash situation occurs; no
data are recorded by the EDR under
normal driving conditions and no
personal data (e.g., name, gender,
age, and crash location) are recorded.
However, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could combine the
EDR data with the type of personally
identifying data routinely acquired
during a crash investigation.

To read data recorded by an EDR,
special equipment is required, and
access to the vehicle or the EDR is
needed.

In addition to the vehicle
manufacturer, other parties, such as
law enforcement, that have the special
equipment, can read the information
if they have access to vehicle or the
EDR.

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Child Restraint Systems

NOTE:

A child restraint system can help
protect a child in a vehicle so ensure
that the child restraint selected has
a certification label applicable to
FMVSS 213 in the U.S., or CMVSS 213 in
Canada.

Everyone in your vehicle must be
buckled up all the time, including
babies and children. Every state in
the United States and all Canadian
provinces require that small children
ride in proper restraint systems.
Please be reminded that you can be
prosecuted for ignoring this law.

Children 12 years or younger should
ride properly buckled up in a rear
seat, if available. According to crash
statistics, children are safer when
properly restrained in the rear seats
rather than in the front.

WARNING!

In a collision, an unrestrained child,
even a baby, can become a projectile
inside the vehicle. The force required
to hold even an infant on your lap
could become so great that you could
not hold the child, no matter how

strong you are. The child and others
could be badly injured or killed. Any
child riding in your vehicle should
always be in a proper restraint system
suitable for the child’s size.

There are different sizes and types
of restraint systems for children from
newborn size to the child almost large
enough for an adult safety belt.

Always refer to the manual provided
with child seat to ensure it is the
proper type according the travelling
child. Use the restraint system that is
correct for your child.

Infants and Child Restraints

Safety experts recommend that
children ride rearward-facing in the
vehicle until they are two years old or
until they reach either the height or
weight limit of their rear facing child
seat.

Two types of child restraint systems
can be used rearward-facing: infant
carriers and convertible child seats.

The infant carrier is only used
rearward-facing in the vehicle. It is
recommended for children from birth
until they reach the weight or height
limit of the infant carrier.

Convertible child seats can be used
either rearward-facing or forward­facing in the rear seat of the vehicle.

Convertible child seats often have a
higher weight limit in the rearward­facing direction than infant carriers
do, so they can be used rearward­facing by children who have outgrown
their infant carrier but are still
younger than at least two years old.

Children should remain rearward­facing until they reach the highest
weight or height allowed by their
child seat. Both types of child restraint
systems are fixed to the car in the
rear seat area by the lap/shoulder belt
or the LATCH child restraint anchor
system. Refer to “Lower Anchors and
Tether for CHildren (LATCH)” in this
section.

WARNING!

Never place a rear facing infant seat

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in front of an air bag. A deploying
air bag can cause death or serious
injury to a child 12 years or younger,
including a child in a rearward facing
infant seat.
Only use a rearward-facing child

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restraint in a vehicle with a rear seat.

Older Children and Child Restraints

Children who are two years old or who
have outgrown their rear-facing child

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seat can ride forward facing in the
rear seat of the vehicle in a proper
child restraint. Forward-facing child
seats and convertible child seats used
in the forward-facing direction are for

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children who are over two years old
or who have outgrown the rear-facing
weight or height limit of their rear­facing child seat.

Children should remain in a forward­facing child seat with a harness for
as long as possible, up to the highest
weight or height allowed by the child
seat. These child seats are also fixed
to the car by the lap/shoulder belt or
the LATCH child restraint anchorage
system located in the rear seat area.
Refer to “Lower Anchors and Tether
for Children (LATCH)” in this section.

All children whose weight or height is
above the forward-facing limit for the
child seat should use a belt positioning
booster seat until the vehicle’s seat
belts fit properly. If the child cannot
sit with knees bent over the vehicle’s
seat cushion while the back is against
the seatback, they should use a belt­positioning booster seat.

The child and belt-positioning booster
seat are fixed to the car by the
lap/shoulder belt.

Children Too Large for Booster Seats

Children who are large enough to
wear the shoulder belt comfortably
and whose legs are long enough to
bend over the front of the seat when
their back is against the seatback
should use the lap/shoulder belt in a
rear seat.

• Make sure that the child is upright in
the seat.

• The lap portion should be low on the
hips and as snug as possible.

• Check belt fit periodically. A child’s
squirming or slouching can move the
belt out of position.

• If the shoulder belt contacts the face
or neck, move the child closer to the
center of the vehicle. Never allow a
child to put the shoulder belt under
an arm or behind their back.

NOTE:

For additional information, refer to
"http://www.safercar.gov/parents/
index.htm"
www.safercar.gov/parents/index.htm
or call 1-888-327-4236.

Canadian residents should refer
to Transport Canada’s website
for additional information:
http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/motorvehicle

safety/safedrivers-childsafety-index-

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WARNING!

Improper installation can lead to

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failure of an infant or child restraint.
It could come loose in a collision. The
child could be badly injured or killed.
Follow the restraint manufacturer’s
directions exactly when installing an
infant or child restraint.
A rearward-facing child restraint

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should only be used in a rear seat.
A rearward-facing child restraint in
the front seat may be struck by a
deploying passenger air bag, which
may cause severe or fatal injury to
the infant.

Here are some tips on getting the most out of your child restraint

• Before buying any restraint system,
make sure that it has a label
certifying that it meets all applicable
Safety Standards. Maserati also
recommends that you make sure that
you can install the child restraint in
the vehicle where you will use it
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• The restraint system must be
appropriate for your child’s weight
and height.

• Check the label on the restraint
system for weight and height limits.

• Carefully follow the instructions that
come with the restraint system.

• If installed improperly, it may not
work when needed.

• Fit the child into the seat according
to the child restraint manufacturer’s
directions.

WARNING!

When your child restraint system is
not in use, secure it in the vehicle with
the seat belt or remove it from the
vehicle. Do not leave it loose in the
vehicle. In a sudden stop or accident,
it could strike the occupants or
seatbacks and cause serious personal
injury.

Installing Child Restraint Systems using the Vehicle Seat Belt equipped with ALR

Child restraint systems are designed
to be secured in vehicle seats by lap
belts or the lap belt portion of a
lap/shoulder belt.

All the passenger seat belts are
equipped with an Automatic Locking

Retractor (ALR) to secure child
protection through a Child Restraint
System (CRS). These types of seat belts
are designed to keep the lap portion
of the seat belt tight around the child
restraint seat avoiding to use a locking
clip.

The ALR will make a ratcheting noise
if the entire belt is pulled out of the
retractor in order to enable the belt
to retract subsequently. For additional
information on ALR, see “Using Seat
Belt in Automatic Locking Retractor
(ALR) Mode” in “Occupants Restraint
Systems” in this section.

To install a Child Restraint System with
ALR, pull enough of the belt out of
the retractor leading it through the
belt path of the protection device.
Slide the latch into the buckle until it
clicks, then remove the entire safety
belt from the retractor in order to
rewound. While rewinding a click
will indicate the safety belt is now in
Automatic Locking mode.

Exert then a traction on the exceeded
lap section of the belt in order to
tighten it around the child restraint
seat. All seat belts will loosen over
time, it is therefore necessary to
check them periodically and set them
properly.

Lower Anchors and Tether for Children (LATCH)

Your vehicle's rear outboard seats are
all equipped with the child restraint
anchorage system called LATCH.

The LATCH system allows the child
restraint systems to be fixed without
using the vehicle's seat belts, instead
fixing the child restraint system to
the vehicle structure, using lower
anchorages A and upper tether strap
B.

LATCH-Compatible child restraint
systems are now available. You should
never install LATCH child seats so that
two seats share a common lower
anchorage.

If your child restraints are not LATCH­Compatible, install the restraints using
the vehicle's seat belts.

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Installing a LATCH- Compatible Child Restraint System

The lower LATCH anchorages are “U­shaped” metal rings located on the
rear seat where the cushion meets the

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seatback just below the symbol shown
in the picture, but are not visible. You
will find them if you run your finger
along the intersection of the seatback
and seat cushion surfaces.

In addition, there are tether strap
anchorages behind each rear seat.

NOTE:

• To correctly install a child restraint
system on the rear seats, position the
seat back in the less tilted position
(see chapter "Rear seats" in section
“Understanding the Vehicle”).

• The top tether strap anchorage
behind the central rear seat should

be used to secure a child restraint
system with the vehicle's seat belts.

Such anchorages can be reached
pushing down or lifting the foldable
end of the trunk compartment cover.

To install a LATCH-Compatible child
restraint seat proceed as follows.

• Secure the child seat to the “U­shaped” lower metal rings positioned
on the rear seat.

• Fix the top tether strap (provided
with the child seat), to the anchor
located in the rear part of the
backrest.

• Lift the headrest.

• Route the top tether to provide
the most direct path between the
anchorage behind the backrest and
the child restraint system passing
it between the slide rods of the
headrest.

• Tighten upper strap until you reach
the tension level recommended by
the restraint system manufacturer.

• Fully lower the headrest.

NOTE:

For any further details on installation
and/or use of child restraint system,
refer to the instructions provided with
the child seat.

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WARNING!

A child seat should be fitted only

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when the car is stationary. Follow
the instructions for assembly,
disassembly and positioning that the
manufacturer must supply with the
child restraint system.
An incorrectly anchored tether strap

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could lead to increased head motion
and possible injury to the child. Use
only the anchor position directly
behind the child seat to secure a
child restraint top tether strap.

NOTE:

• Ensure that the tether strap does not
slip into the opening between the
seatbacks as you remove slack in the
strap.

• When using a LATCH-Compatible
child restraint system, please ensure
that all seat belts not being used for
occupant restraints are stowed and
out of reach of children.

WARNING!

Improper installation of a child

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restraint system to the LATCH
anchorages can lead to failure of
an infant or child restraint. The
child could be badly injured or

killed. Follow the child restraint
manufacturer's directions exactly
when installing an infant or child
restraint system.
Child restraint anchorages are

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designed to withstand only
those loads imposed by correctly
fitted child restraints. Under no
circumstances are they to be used
for adult seat belts, harnesses, or for
attaching other items or equipment
to the vehicle.

Important Safety Notice for Transporting Children

• Install the child seat on the rear seat
as this is the safest position in case of
collisions.

• Keep the instructions in the vehicle
together with the documents and
this owner’s manual. Do not use a
child restraint system which does not
contain instructions for use.

• Every child has to use one child
restraint system; never carry two
children using only one child seat.

• If using the vehicle seat belt, always
check that the belt does not restrain
the child's throat.

• Firmly pull the seat belt to check that
it is correctly buckled.

• Never allow a child to seat
improperly or to unbuckle the seat
belt while driving.

• Never allow a child to wear the
shoulder portion of the belt under
the arms or behind the back.

• Never carry children on your lap, not
even newborns. No one can restrain a
child in the event of an accident.

• In case of accident, replace the child
seat with a new one.

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Transporting Pets

Air bags deploying in the front seat
could harm your pet. An unrestrained
pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during

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panic braking or in an accident.
Pets should be restrained in the rear

seat in pet harnesses or pet carriers
that are secured by vehicle seat belts.

Park Assist

The Park Assist (also called
“ParkSense”) system provides visual
and audible indications of the distance
between the rear and/or front bumper
and a detected obstacle when backing
up or moving forward, e.g. during a
parking maneuver.

Besides the use of the sensors available
on the bumpers and of the rear
parking camera, the vehicle may be
equipped with surround view cameras
(optional) to assist the driver during
maneuvers on dead-ends/roads and on
intersections. For more details on this
option, see chapter "Surround View
Camera System" in this section.

Refer to “Park Assist System Usage
Precautions” for limitations of this
system and recommendations. Park
Assist system will retain the last system
state (enabled or disabled) from the
last ignition cycle when the ignition is
changed to the RUN position.

Park Assist system can be active only
when the shift lever is in R (Reverse) or
D (Drive).

If Park Assist is enabled at one of these
shift lever positions, the system will
remain active until the vehicle speed
is increased to approximately 7.5 MPH
(12 km/h) or above. The system will

become active again if the vehicle
speed is decreased to speeds less than
approximately 6.2 MPH (10 km/h).

Park Assist Sensors

The four Park Assist sensors, located
in the rear bumper, monitor the area
behind the vehicle that is within the
sensors' field of view. The sensors can
detect obstacles up to approximately
78 in (200 cm) from the rear bumper in
the horizontal direction, depending on
the location, type and orientation of
the obstacle.

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GTS and TROFEO Versions

The six Park Assist sensors, located in
the front bumper, monitor the area in
front of the vehicle that is within the
sensors' field of view.

The sensors can detect obstacles up
to a distance of approximately 50 in
(120 cm) from the front bumper in the
horizontal direction, depending on the
location, type and orientation of the
obstacle.

GTS and TROFEO Versions

Park Assist Warning Messages Display

The Park Assist Warning screen will
only be displayed if “Sound + Display”
is selected from the MTC+ System.

Refer to “MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further information.

The Park Assist Warning screen is
located on the instrument cluster
display.

It provides visual warnings to indicate
the distance between the rear bumper
and/or front bumper and the detected
obstacle.

The warning display will turn on
indicating the system status (ready or
off) when the vehicle is in R (Reverse)
or in D (Drive) and an obstacle has
been detected.

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The detection area in front of the
vehicle is divided into two parts with
four arcs while the two detection areas
behind the car into five arcs.

The system will indicate a detected
obstacle by displaying arcs with fixed
or flashing light and a characteristic
sound according to the obstacle
distance. The color indicates the
distance and the arc indicates the
position of the detected obstacle. The
green color of the outer arc indicates
the maximum distance, the amber
color of the middle arcs indicates
the medium distance, while the red
color of the nearest arc indicates the
minimum distance.

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As the vehicle moves closer to the
object, the instrument cluster will
display the arc moving towards the
vehicle and the sound tone will change
from single to slow, to fast and to
continuous.

The vehicle is close to the obstacle
when the instrument cluster displays
one flashing red arc only, combined
with a continuous sound.

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The following charts show the warning alert visualization when the system is detecting an obstacle.

Front Sensors - Warning Alerts

Front distance

Audible Alert None None Slow Fast Continuous

Arc in left and
right areas

Light type None Solid Solid Flash Flash

Arc color ‒‒ Green Amber Amber Red

Radio sound Active Active Mute Mute Mute

Rear distance

Audible Alert None None Slow Slow Fast Continuous

Arc in left and
right
areas

Light type None Solid Solid Solid Flash Flash

Arc color ‒‒ Green Amber Amber Amber Red

Radio sound Active Active Mute Mute Mute Mute

More than 50 in

(120 cm)

None 4th 3rd 2nd 1st (inner most)

More than 78

in

(200 cm)

None 4th 4th 3rd 2nd

(200-151 cm)

50-40 in

(120-101 cm)

Rear Sensors - Warning Alerts

78-59.4 in

(100-61 cm)

60-40 in

(150-101 cm)

40-24 in

40-24 in

(100-61 cm)

23.6-12.2 in
(60-31 cm)

23.6-12.2 in
(60-31 cm)

Less than 12 in

(30 cm)

Less than 12 in

(30 cm)

1st (inner

most)

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NOTE:

• Maserati reserves the right to
change specifications without prior
notification.

• Park Assist will turn off the front

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park assist audible alert (chime)
after approximately 4 seconds when
an obstacle has been detected, the
vehicle is stationary, and brake pedal
is applied.

Enabling and Disabling Park Assist

By accessing the submenu “Safety
& Driving Assistant” from MTC+
System, the “Park Assist” can be
disabled (option “Off”). The available
options regarding the warning alerts
are: “Sound” or “Sound + Display”.
Refer to “MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further information. The front
sensors can be enabled or disabled at
any time by pressing the button on the
front dome console.

After pressing the button the
instrument cluster will display the
state of front parking sensors for
approximately five seconds. The
button LED will be on when the front
sensors are disabled. The button LED
will be off when the front sensors are
enabled. If the button is pressed and
the system requires service, the LED
will blink momentarily, and then the
LED will be on.

When the shift lever is moved to R
(Reverse) or to D (Drive) at a speed of
7 MPH (11 km/h) or below and the
system is disabled, the instrument
cluster will display the “PARK ASSIST
Off” message for 5 seconds until the
shift lever remains in R (Reverse) or
when the shift lever is moved in D
(Drive).

Service the Park Assist System

In case of malfunction of the Park
Assist system, the instrument cluster
will actuate a single sound, once per
ignition cycle. The instrument cluster
will display a message when any of the
rear or front sensor(s) are blocked by
snow, mud, or ice and the vehicle is
shifted into R (Reverse) or D (Drive).

The instrument cluster will display
a message when any of the rear or
front sensors are damaged and require
service.

When the shift lever is moved to R
(Reverse) or D (Drive) and the system
has detected a faulted condition, the
instrument cluster will display the
corresponding message for the time
lapse the vehicle is in R (Reverse) or D
(Drive) at speeds less than 7 MPH (11
km/h). Under this condition Park Assist
will not operate. See “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls” for further
information.

If the instrument cluster displays a
message prompting you to clean the
sensors, make sure the outer surface
and the underside of the rear bumper
and/or front bumper is clean and
clear of snow, ice, mud, dirt or other
obstruction and then cycle the ignition
switch. If the message continues

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to appear contact the Authorized
Maserati Dealer .

If a failure message is displayed on
the instrument cluster, contact the

Authorized Maserati Dealer.

Cleaning the Park Assist Sensors

When cleaning the sensors, take
special care not to scratch or damage
them; therefore, do not use dry, rough
or hard cloths.

The sensors must be washed with clean
water, possibly adding car shampoo.

Should you need to repaint the
bumper or in case of paint touch-ups
in the sensor area, please contact
exclusively the Authorized Maserati
Dealer . Incorrect paint application
could affect the parking sensors
operation.

Park Assist System Usage Precautions

NOTE:

• Jackhammers, large trucks, and
other vibrations could affect the
performance of Park Assist.

• Objects such as bicycle carriers, trailer
hitches, etc., must not be placed
within 12 in (30 cm) from the rear
bumper while driving the vehicle.
Failure to do so can result in the
system misinterpreting a close object
as a sensor problem, causing the
service Park Assist message to be
displayed in the instrument cluster.

CAUTION!

Park Assist is only a parking aid and it

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is unable to recognize every obstacle,
including small obstacles. Parking
curbs might only be temporarily
detected or not detected at all.
Obstacles located above or below the
sensors will not be detected when
they are in close proximity.
The vehicle must be driven slowly

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when using Park Assist in order to be
able to stop in time when an obstacle
is detected. When backing up, it is
recommended that the driver looks

over his/her shoulder when using
Park Assist.

WARNING!

Drivers must be careful when backing
up even when using the Park Assist
system. Always check carefully behind
your vehicle, look behind you, and be
sure to check for pedestrians, animals,
other vehicles, obstructions, and
blind spots before backing up. You
are responsible for safety and must
continue to pay attention to your
surroundings. Failure to do so can
result in serious injury or death.

Park Assist Volume

The volume of the acoustic signal
emitted by the front and rear parking
sensors is set to the medium level.
Three different levels of volume can
be selected via the submenu “Safety
& Driving Assistant” from the MTC+
System.

Low level is useful in certain conditions
when the parking sensor acoustic
signal keeps coming on although there
is no actual collision hazard. This may
typically occur when driving in a queue
or when the vehicle is overtaken by
motorcycles or other vehicles on one
or both sides in a queue of traffic.

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When you set the volume, only the
parking sensor acoustic signal will
be affected. The radio or any other
devices connected to the vehicle sound
system will not be affected.

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Refer to chapter “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls” for further information.

Operation with a Trailer

The operation of the rear sensors is
automatically deactivated when the
trailer's electric plug is inserted in
the vehicle's tow hook socket, while
the front sensors stay active and can
provide acoustic and visual warnings.
The rear sensors are automatically
reactivated when the trailer's cable
plug is removed.

Rear Parking Camera

Your vehicle is equipped with a rear
parking camera that allows you to
see an image on the MTC+ screen of
the rear surroundings of your vehicle
whenever the shift lever is put into R
(Reverse).

When “Parkview Camera Off Delay”
mode is enabled, the rear view image
shall be displayed for up to 10 seconds
after shifting out of R (Reverse). When
“Rearwiew Camera Delay” mode is
enabled, the rear view image shall be
displayed for up to 10 seconds after
shifting out of R (Reverse).

To assist the driver during maneuvers
on dead-ends/roads and on
intersections, the vehicle may be
equipped with an optional surround
view camera system. In this case, the
rear parking camera is integrated into
the surround view camera system. In
both configurations (rear parking
camera only or surround view camera
system), you can monitor the rear
view. For more details on this option,
see chapter "Surround View Camera
System" in this section.

The image will be displayed along
with a caution note to “Check Entire
Surroundings” across the top of the

screen. After five seconds this note will
disappear.

The rear parking camera is located on
the rear of the vehicle above the rear
license plate.

When the shift lever is shifted out of
R (Reverse), the rear camera mode is
exited and the navigation or audio
screen appears again.

When displayed, dynamic grid lines (if
the function is set to “MTC+ Settings”)
will illustrate the width of the vehicle
to assist with parking or aligning to
a hitch/receiver. The dynamic grid
lines will show separate zones in
different color that will help indicate
the distance to the rear of the vehicle.

The following table shows the
approximate distances for each zone
and color:

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Zone

Red 11 - 12 in (28 - 30 cm)

Yellow 12 - 78 in (30 cm - 2 m)

Green

Drivers must be careful when
reversing even when using the rear
view camera. Always check carefully
behind your vehicle, and be sure to
check for pedestrians, animals, other
vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots
before reversing. You are responsible
for the safety of your surroundings
and must continue to be careful while
reversing. Failure to do so can result in
serious injury or death.

Distance to the rear of the
vehicle

78 - 157 in (2 - 4 m) or
greater

WARNING!

CAUTION!

To avoid vehicle damage, the rear

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camera should only be used as a
parking aid, as the rear camera is
unable to view every obstacle or
object in your drive path.
To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle

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must be driven slowly when using
the rear camera to be able to stop in
time when an obstacle is seen. It is
recommended that the driver looks
frequently over his/her shoulder
when using the rear camera.

NOTE:

If snow, ice, mud, or any other
substance builds up on the camera
lens, clean the lens, rinse with water,
and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover
the lens.

Surround View Camera System (optional)

System components

The system uses four cameras to
monitor the area around the vehicle,
placed on the front grid, under the
side rearview mirrors and on the
liftgate, between the number plate
lights.

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When the shift lever is shifted to R
(Reverse) position, the top view and
the rear view of the surrounding area
will be automatically displayed on
MTC+ display.

Instead, when the shift lever is shifted
to P (Park), N (Neutral) or D (Drive)
position, it is possible to activate/
deactivate the system by pressing
“Surround Camera” soft-key in
“Controls” screen of MTC+ display.

Once the “Surround Camera” screen
is displayed, it is possible to choose
which images to display according to 4
possible settings.

Rear view and top view

Rear cross path view

Front cross path view

Front view and top view

In any shift lever condition, when
“Surround Camera” screen is
displayed, a pop-up message will
appear in the upper part for 5
seconds to advise the driver to check
the surrounding area before any
manoeuvre.

With transmission in P (Park), N
(Neutral) or D (Drive), the upper right
corner of the screen will show the
“X” key: touch it to go back to the
previous screen of MTC+ display,
before entering in “Controls”.

The deactivation of the rear
visualization via “X” soft-key is not
possible when the transmission is in R
(Reverse) position.

Choose the most suitable setting for
the situation and the maneuver you
are performing or going to perform,

by touching the relevant button
present under the images: the edges
of the pressed button will highlight.
The button will highlight and the type
of setting will appear on each image.

In the top view, the vehicle is
represented as it is during the
maneuver (see example in the figure),
therefore any open doors will be
visible in the image.

To display also the dynamic lines of the
area you are setting, it is necessary
to set this function by accessing the
“Settings” menu on MTC+, at “Safety
& Driving Assistant” item, by using
the dynamic gridlines action menu.
Once this menu is displayed, it is also
possible to set the function that delays
the exit from this screen in special
situations when the transmission
lever is in D (Drive), N (Neutral) and P
(Park) position by using the surround

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view camera delay menu. For further
information, see “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”.

WARNING!

Failure to follow the precautions
below might result in serious injury or
even death.

Drivers must be careful during

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maneuvers also when using the
camera system with surround view.
Always check carefully the areas

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around your vehicle, before
proceeding forward or backward.
Be sure to always check for any

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pedestrians, animals, other vehicles,
obstructions, or blind spots.
The driver must use the utmost

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caution while using the system

to avoid damage to property or
personal injury.
The camera system with surround

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view is designed for use during
the day or under good lighting
conditions. Do not use and rely on
the system under poor lighting
conditions.
Distance lines and directional lines

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must be used only as a reference
and only when vehicle is on a flat
ground. The distance shown on
MTC+ display must be interpreted as
a reference and might be different
from the distance actually present
between the vehicle and any
displayed objects.
Any obstacles present above the

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cameras cannot be detected.

CAUTION!

To avoid vehicle damage, the camera

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system with surround view should
only be used as a parking aid, as the
cameras are unable to view every
obstacle or object in your drive path.
To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle

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must be driven slowly when using the
camera system with surround view,
to be able to stop in time when an
obstacle is seen. It is recommended

that the driver looks frequently over
his/her shoulder when using this
system.

NOTE:

If snow, ice, mud, or any other
substance builds up on the camera
lens, clean the lens, rinse with water,
and dry with a soft cloth. Do not cover
the lens.

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Safety Tips

Transporting Passengers

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WARNING!

Do not leave children or animals

•

inside parked vehicles in hot
weather. Interior heat build-up may
cause serious injury.
Never ride in a cargo area, inside of a

•

vehicle.
Do not allow people to ride in any

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area of your vehicle that is not
equipped with seats and seat belts.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in

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a seat and using a seat belt properly.

Exhaust Gas

WARNING!

Exhaust gases can injure. They contain
carbon monoxide (CO), which is
colorless and odorless. Breathing
it can make you unconscious and
can eventually poison you. To avoid
breathing (CO), follow these safety
tips:

Do not run the engine in a closed

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garage or in confined areas any
longer than needed to move your
vehicle in or out of the area.

If it is necessary to sit in a parked

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vehicle with the engine running,
adjust your heating or cooling
controls to force outside air into
the vehicle. Set the blower at high
speed.
If you are required to drive with

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the liftgate open, make sure that all
windows are closed and the climate
control blowers switch is set at high
speed. DO NOT use the recirculation
mode.

The best protection against carbon
monoxide entry into the passenger
compartment is a properly maintained
engine exhaust system.

Whenever detecting a change in
the sound of the exhaust system or
eventual exhaust fumes inside the
vehicle have the Authorized Maserati
Dealer inspect the complete exhaust
system and adjacent body areas for
broken, damaged, deteriorated, or
mispositioned parts.

Open seams or loose connections could
permit exhaust fumes to seep into the
passenger compartment.

Vehicle Safety Checks

Seat Belts

• Inspect the belt system periodically,
checking for cuts, frays, and loose

parts. Damaged parts must be
replaced immediately.

• Do not disassemble or modify the
system.

• If the belt has been sharply pulled,
for example as the result of an
accident, the safety belt, together
with the anchoring devices, the
anchoring device mounting screws
and the pretensioner must be
completely replaced. Even if the belt
does not present any exterior signs of
wear or damage, it may have lost its
restraining properties.

Air Bag Warning Light

The light should illuminate
and remain lit for a few seconds
bulb checking when the ignition
switch is pushed in RUN position (see
“Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
— Air Bags” chapter in this section).

• If the light does not illuminate
while starting, contact the
Authorized Maserati Dealer.

• If the light stays on, flickers, or comes
on while driving, have the system
checked by the Authorized Maserati
Dealer.

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WARNING!

Certain components of this vehicle
such as air bag modules, seat belt
pretensioners, adaptive steering
columns, and button cell batteries
may contain Perchlorate material.
Special handling may apply for service
or vehicle end of life disposal. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate.

Defroster

Check operation by selecting the
defrost mode and place the fan
system on high speed (see “Air
Conditioning Controls” chapter in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).

You should be able to feel the air
directed against the windshield and
front side windows. Contact an
Authorized Maserati Dealer for service
if your defroster is inoperable.

Floor Mat

Always use floor mats designed to
fit the footwell of your vehicle. Use
only floor mats that leave the pedal
area unobstructed and that are firmly
secured so that they cannot slip out
of position and interfere with the
pedals or impair safe operation of your
vehicle.

NOTE:

The Authorized Maserati Dealer can
provide you with any information
about the available Maserati floor
mats included in the “Genuine
Accessories” range.

WARNING!

Pedals that cannot move freely can
cause loss of vehicle control and
increase the risk of serious personal
injury.

Always make sure that floor mats

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are properly attached to the proper
fasteners.
Never place or install floor mats or

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other floor coverings in the vehicle
that cannot be properly secured
to prevent them from moving and
interfering with the pedals.
Never put floor mats or other floor

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coverings on top of already installed
floor mats. Additional floor mats and
other coverings will reduce the size
of the pedal area and interfere with
the pedals.
Check mounting of mats on a regular

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basis. Always properly reinstall and
secure floor mats that have been
removed for cleaning.

Always make sure that objects

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cannot fall into the driver footwell
while the vehicle is moving. Objects
can become trapped under the brake
pedal and accelerator pedal causing
a loss of vehicle control.
Mounting posts must be properly

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installed, if not equipped from the
factory. Failure to properly follow
floor mat installation or mounting
can cause interference with the
brake pedal and accelerator pedal
operation causing loss of control of
the vehicle.

Tires

• Examine tires for excessive tread

wear and uneven wear patterns.

• Check for stones, nails, glass, or

other objects lodged in the tread or
sidewall.

• Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks.

• Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and

bulges.

• Check the wheel nuts for tightness.

• Check the tires (see “Tire Inflation

Pressure” chapter in section
“Features and Specifications”) for
proper cold inflation pressure.

Lights and Indicator Lights

• Have someone observe the operation

of exterior lights while you operate
the controls (see “Lights” chapter

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in section “Understanding the
Vehicle”).

• Check turn signal and high beam
indicator lights on the instrument
cluster (see “Instrument Cluster”

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chapter in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”).

Door Latches

• Check for positive closing, latching,
and locking of doors and liftgate (see
“Unlock the Vehicle with Key fob”
chapter in this section).

Fluid Leaks

• Check area under vehicle after
overnight parking for recent fluid
leaks (oil, fuel, etc.).

• If gasoline fumes are detected or
fluid leaks are suspected, contact the
Authorized Maserati Dealer.

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Interior Components . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 88

Front Power Seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 91

Driver Memory Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 94

Rear Seats . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 96

Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . 98

Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 101

Adjustable Pedals (if equipped) . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 102

Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 103

Lights . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Wipers and Washers . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . 121

Interior Features . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Cargo Area . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 131

Front to Back Roof Rails (optional) . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . 139

Power Sunroof with Sunshade (optional) . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . 140

HomeLink®(optional) . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142

Air Conditioning Distribution .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 146

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Interior Components

Dashboard Components

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1 Adjustable side air outlets.
2 Engine START/STOP button.
3 Light switch.
4 Anti-theft system indicator.
5 Steering wheel controls.
6 Instrument cluster.
7 Right shift paddle +.
8 Left shift paddle –.
9 Multifunction lever (windshield

wipers, headlight washer and
headlight selection, turn signals).

10 Adjustable central air outlets.
11 Analogue clock.
12 MTC+ display.
13 Climate controls.
14 Dashboard glove box handle.
15 Dashboard glove box with two

USB ports for charging of con­nected source.

16 Steering wheel adjustment con-

trol.

Central Console Components

Central Console Front Part

Central Console Rear Part

1 Automatic transmission shift

lever.

2 Drive mode switches.
3 Electric Parking Brake lever.
4 Cover for compartment with

AUX, USB and SD memory card
port.

5 Cover for cupholder and

cigarette lighter/power socket
compartment.

6 Rotary selectors and buttons for

the multimedia navigation.

7 Hazard lights switch.
8 Drive height selector.
9 Unlock button for central

console compartment with
cupholder and power outlet.

10 Central console covers with arm-

rest function.

11 Adjustable air outlets.
12 Cover for power outlet and USB

slots compartment.

13 Four-zone climate controls for

rear passengers (optional).

Front Dome Components

1 Reading lights control button.
2 Central light control button.

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3 Reading lights.
4 Central light.
5 HomeLink®controls.
6 Button to switch off passenger

compartment lights.

7 Button to open fully/partially the

power liftgate.

8 Button to enable/disable front

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sensors of the Park Assist system.

9 Sunroof controls (optional).

Front Doors Components

Driver door

Passenger door

1 Internal door handle.
2 Driver’s seat, steering wheel, ad-

justable pedals and rear mirrors
memory switch (if equipped).

3 External rear view mirrors

switches.

4 Power window switches.
5 Power door unlocks/locks.
6 Rear windows and sunshade

lockout button.

7 Loudspeakers.
8 Storage compartment.
9 Internal door lock/unlock knob.
10 Door panel grip.
11 Reflex reflector.
12 Outside door handle.

13 Door lock button with “Passive

Entry” function.

14 Door outboard opening lock.

Rear Doors Components

1 Inside rear door handle.
2 Grip.
3 Loudspeaker.
4 Door storage pockets.
5 Power window and sunshade

(optional) button.

6 Power doors lock/unlock buttons.
7 “Child protection” door lock sys-

tem.

8 Inside door lock/unlock knob.
9 Reflex reflector.
10 Outside door handle.

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11 Heated switch for right rear seat

(optional). The heated switch for
the left rear seat is on the left
rear door.

12 Door lock button with “Passive

Entry” function (optional).

Front Power Seats

Seats, head restraints 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” and “Head
Restraints” in this section.

WARNING!

Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.

Depending on the different markets
and versions, the front seats may have
different controls for adjustment and
optional features. The configurations
shown below may differ from the ones
in your vehicle.

Front Power Seat Controls

The power seats switches are located
on the outboard side of the seat
cushion.

Use the front switch 1 to move the
seat up or down, forward or rearward
or to recline the seat cushion. Use the
switch 2 to recline the seatback.

Use the rear switch 3 to adjust the
lumbar support.

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Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment

The seat can be adjusted both forward
and rearward.

Push the seat switch 1 forward or
rearward, the seat will move in the
direction of the switch.

Release the switch 1 when the desired
position is reached.

Seat Up/Down Adjustment

The height of the seat can be adjusted
up- or downward.

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Grip switch 1 from the back side and
push it down or up.

Release the switch 1 when the desired
position is reached.

CAUTION!

If the seat's movement does not work,
make sure that the corresponding

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fuse is not tripped (see chapter "Fuse
Replacement" 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
switch 1, to move the front cushion
seat in the direction of the switch.

Release the switch 1 when the desired
position is reached.

Seat Back Tilt Control

The angle of the seatback can be
adjusted forward or rearward.

Push the seatback switch 2 forward
or rearward, the upper seatback will
move in the direction of the switch.

Release the switch 2 when the desired
position is reached.

Power Lumbar

Push the switch 3 forward or rearward
to increase or decrease the lumbar
support.

Push the switch 3 upward or
downward to raise or lower the
lumbar support.

WARNING!

Never adjust the seat while driving.

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You could lose control of the vehicle.
Moving the seat could distract
you or make you press a pedal
unintentionally.
Seats should be adjusted before

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fastening the seat belts and while
the vehicle is parked.
Do not ride with the seatback

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reclined so that the shoulder belt is
no longer resting against your chest.
In a collision you could slide under
the seat belt, which could result in
serious injury or death.

CAUTION!

Do not place any object under a power
seat or obstruct its movement as it may
cause damage to the seat controls.

Seat movement may become limited if
there is an obstruction in the way.

Front Heated Seats

The front seats are equipped with
heaters in both seat cushions and
seatbacks.

The seats comfort commands are in
the “Climate” screen of the MTC+.
They are present in the "Climate"
screen even when the A/C is off. See
“Air Conditioning Controls” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further details.

When the MTC+ System is in any
mode other than “Climate” (Radio”,
“Media”, “Controls”, etc.) the icons
of the active front seats comfort
functions will be indicated on the
upper part of the display.

WARNING!

Persons with low skin sensitivity

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because of advanced age, chronic
illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury,
medication, alcohol use, exhaustion
or other physical conditions must be
careful when using the seat heater.
It may cause irritation even at low
temperatures, especially if used for
long periods of time.
Do not place anything on the seat

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that insulates against heat, such as

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a blanket or cushion. This may cause
the seat heater to overheat.

Front Seats Heat Function

NOTE:

The engine must be running for the
heated seats to operate.

• Touch the “Climate” soft-key on the

lower part of the MTC+ display.

• Starting from the state “OFF”,

indicated below the respective icon,
within 15 seconds touch the driver or
passenger seat soft-key once to select
HI-level heating.

• Within 15 seconds, touch the driver

or passenger seat soft-key a second
time to select LO-level heating.

• Within 15 seconds, touch the same
soft-key a third time to shut off the
seat heating.

NOTE:

Once a heat setting is selected, heat
will be felt within 2 to 5 minutes.

When the HI-level setting is selected,
the heater will provide a boosted heat
level during the first 4 minutes of
operation.

Then, the heat output will drop to the
normal HI-level.

If the HI-level setting is selected, the
system will automatically switch to LO­level after a maximum of 60 minutes
of continuous operation.

At that time, the display will indicate
the change from HI to LO.

The LO-level setting will turn OFF
automatically after a maximum of
approximately 45 minutes.

Front Ventilated Seats (optional)

To enhance occupants comfort by high
external temperatures, both the driver
and passenger seats, on request, can
be ventilated.

Small fans are located in the seat
cushion and seatback, they draw air
from the seat surface through fine
perforations in the seat cover to help
keep the driver and front passenger
cooler when the temperature is high.
The seats comfort commands are in
the “Climate” screen of the MTC+.

They are present in the “Climate”
screen even when the A/C is off. See
“Air Conditioning Controls” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further details.

When the MTC+ System is in any
mode other than “Climate” (Radio”,
“Media”, “Controls”, etc.) the icons
of the active front seats comfort
functions will be indicated on the
upper part of the display.

Front Ventilated Seats Function

NOTE:

The engine must be running for the
ventilated seats to operate.

• Touch the “Climate” soft-key on the
lower part of the MTC+ display.

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• Starting from the state “OFF” ,
indicated below the respective icon,
within 15 seconds touch the driver or
passenger seat soft-key once to select
HI-level ventilation.

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• Within 15 seconds, touch the driver
or passenger seat soft-key a second
time to select LO-level ventilation.

• Within 15 seconds, touch the same
soft-key a third time to shut off the
seat ventilation.

Driver Memory Seat

This feature allows the driver to store
up to two different memory profiles
for easy recall through a memory
switch. Each memory profile contains
desired position settings for the driver
seat, external side mirrors, adjustable
pedals (optional), and power tilt and
telescopic steering column and a set of
programmed radio stations.

Your key fob RKE transmitter can also
be set to recall the same positions by
pressing the button.

NOTE:

• Only one key fob RKE transmitter
can be linked to each of the memory
positions.

• “Passive Entry” door handles cannot
be linked to the memory function.
Use either the memory recall switch
or the key fob RKE transmitter (if
linked to the memory feature) to
recall memory positions 1 or 2.

The memory seat switch is located
on the driver's door trim panel. The
switch consists of three buttons:

• The “S” (SET) button, which is used to
activate the memory save function.

• The “1” and “2” buttons which
are used to recall either of two
programmed memory profiles.

Memory Profiles Setting

NOTE:

Saving a new memory profile will
erase an existing profile from memory.

To create a new memory profile,
perform the following:

• Cycle the ignition device to the ACC
or RUN position.

• Adjust all memory profile settings to
desired preferences (i.e., seat, side
mirrors, adjustable pedals (optional),
power tilt and telescopic steering
column, and radio station presets).

• Press and release the “S” button on
the memory switch.

• Within 5 seconds, press and release
the memory button “1” or “2”.

• Check on the instrument cluster for
the positive response of the actions
“Memory 1 (or 2) profile set”.

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After these steps, the profile set will
be memorized in the selected position.

NOTE:

Memory profiles can be set without
the vehicle in P (Park), but the vehicle
must be in P (Park) to recall a memory
profile.

Pairing Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter to Seats Memory

Your key fob with RKE transmitters
can be programmed to recall one of
two programmed memory profiles
by pressing the button on the RKE
transmitter.

NOTE:

This feature can be enabled or
disabled using the MTC+ System,
refer to “MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further information.

To program your key fobs RKE
transmitter, perform the following
actions:

• Cycle the ignition device to the RUN
position.

• Move the seat and/or the other
adjustable devices in the position
that you wish to memorize, or recall
a previously memorized profile,
pressing the corresponding memory
button “1” or “2”.

• Cycle the ignition device to the OFF
position.

• Press and release the “S” button.

• Within 5 seconds, press and release
the memory button “1” or “2”.

• Press and release the button on
key fob RKE transmitter.

• Within 3 seconds, press and release
the button on the key fob RKE
transmitter.

To check if the system has memorized
the correct profile, you can move the
seat and press the button: the seat
will move to the memorized position.

NOTE:

Your key fobs RKE transmitter can
be unlinked to your memory settings
by pressing the “S” button followed
by the button on the key fob RKE
transmitter.

Memory Position Recall

NOTE:

The vehicle must be in P (Park) to
recall memory positions. If a recall is
attempted when the vehicle is not in P
(Park), a message will display in the
instrument cluster.

To recall the memory settings for
driver, press memory button number
“1” or “2” on the driver's door trim
panel or the button on the RKE

transmitter linked to memory position
“1” or “2” with ignition device in the
RUN position.

A recall can be canceled by pressing
any of the buttons (“S”, “1”, or “2”)
during a recall. When a recall is
canceled, the driver seat, external side
mirrors, adjustable pedals (optional),
and power tilt and telescopic steering
column stop moving.

A delay of at least one second will
occur before selecting a new recall.

Easy Entry/Exit Driver Seat

This feature provides automatic driver
seat positioning to enhance driver
mobility when entering and exiting
the vehicle.

The distance the driver seat moves
depends on where you have the driver
seat positioned when you place the
ignition device to the OFF position.

• When you cycle the ignition device to
the OFF position the driver seat:

- will move about 2.36 in (60 mm)

rearward if the driver seat position
is greater than or equal to ca. 5.51
in (140 mm) forward of the rear
stop;

- will move to a position of ca. 3.15 in

(80 mm) rearward of the rear stop if
the driver seat position is between

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5.51 in (140 mm) and 3.15 in (80
mm) forward of the rear stop.

• The seat will return to its previously
set position when you place the
ignition device into the ACC or RUN
position.

• The Easy Entry/Exit feature is disabled
when the driver seat position is less

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than 3.15 in (80 mm) forward of
the rear stop. In this position, there
would be no benefit to the driver by
moving the seat for Easy Exit or Easy
Entry.

Each stored memory setting will have
an associated easy entry/exit position.

NOTE:

The Easy Entry/Exit feature can be
enabled or disabled using the MTC+
System, refer to “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls” for further information.

Rear Seats

Rear seats can fit three passengers.
Seats, head restraints and seat belts
are parts of the occupant restraint
system of the vehicle.

For further information, see chapter
“Occupants Restraint Systems” in
section “Before Starting” and “Head
Restraints” in this section.

WARNING!

Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.

Rear Seat Folding Seatback

The 60/40 split-folding seatback of the
rear seat provides for a recliner feature
with three available fixed positions
that can be set using the lever on seat
external side. The LH lever tilts the
long part (60), while the RH lever tilts
the shorter one (40).

The less tilted position (90°) is the one
most suitable when a child seat must
be installed; the other positions tilt the
seatback toward the liftgate up to 23°.

To tilt the seatback, lift the lever from
its rest position 0 to position 1 while
pushing the seatback to the back until
reaching the required position. When
releasing the lever, the fixed positions

will be acknowledged by lever control
cable clicking in place to lock.

Ensure that seatback is fastened to the
position by trying to move it back and
forth. Lever control cable locks also
when fully folding the seatback down
on the seat.

To move the seatback in another
position, lift lever in position 1 and
hold it up until bringing seatback
to the new fixed position, which is
acknowledged by the cable locking in
place when releasing the lever.

WARNING!

Ensure the seatback is always locked

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in one of the fixed positions before
fastening the rear seat belts. An
unlocked seatback cannot ensure the
necessary stability for passengers
and/or for child seats. An unlocked

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