Maserati Quatrroporte User Manual

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Owner's Manual

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Dear Customer,

thank you for choosing a MASERATI. This vehicle represents the result of MASERATI's great experience in the design and construction of sports, touring and

racing vehicles. The purpose of this manual is to provide you with an understanding of the equipment, systems and controls in the vehicle

and to explain how they work. In the final section of this manual you will also find instructions for basic maintenance procedures and the complete

Maintenance Schedule, which are needed to ensure steady levels of performance, quality and safe driving. In addition, 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, please contact the Maserati Service Network: you can trust our trained

technical staff, who are constantly updated and provided with the equipment required to ensure that all service operations are performed properly and reliably.

For improved safety, we recommend that you to read this manual carefully before driving the vehicle. The Owner's Manual is an integral part of the vehicle and it must always be kept on board

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Historical info

1914

The Alfieri Maserati garage is founded in Bologna.

1926

Targa Florio, Type 26: debut and victory of a vehicle sporting the Trident symbol on front lid, inspired by the statue of Neptune in Bologna.

1927

Emilio Maserati becomes the outright Italian champion with the Type 26.

1929

Baconin Borzacchini in the Type V4: World landspeed record over 10 km at 246 kph.

1930

Borzacchini in the Type V4: first Grand Prix victory in Tripoli.

1933

Maserati, the most prestigious European manufacturer introduces the hydraulic brake control in its racing vehicles. Giuseppe Campari in a Type 8CM wins the French Grand Prix and Tazio Nuvolari those in Belgium and Nice.

1934

Giuseppe Furmanik in a Type 4CM: World landspeed record in the class 1100 at 222 kph.

1939

Wilbur Shaw on a 8CTF wins the Indianapolis 500 Miles: Maserati is to remain the first and only Italian manufacturer to win on the legendary Indy motor speedway.

1940

The company moves headquarters to Modena.

1947

The first Granturismo is built: the A6 1500 with bodywork by Pininfarina. The A6GCS racing version debuts victoriously with Alberto Ascari on the Modena circuit.

1954

The 250F, the single-seater which will allow the Maserati to win the Formula 1 World Championships, makes its first appearance winning in Argentina.

1957

Fangio in the 250F wins the world title. At the end of the season, Maserati officially withdraws from racing.

1961

The 3500 GT is the first Italian vehicle to adopt fuel injection.

1963

Production begins of the Mistral and the Quattroporte, the fastest saloon car in the world.

1966

The Ghibli is presented, a coupé designed by Giugiaro.

1968

The Citrôen becomes a partner in the company and the V6 engine goes into production. The 2+2 Indy is presented.

1971

The Bora is presented, the first Maserati Granturismo with a central engine. Followed a year later by the Merak.

1973

The Khamsin, designed by Bertone, replaces the Ghibli.

1975

Citrôen leaves the company, which is then bought out by Alejandro De Tomas o.

Historical info

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1976

The new Quattroporte is presented, designed by Giugiaro, which will go on to be used as the official car of the President of the Italian Republic.

1981

De Tomaso changes marketing strategy and starts production of the Biturbo, a two-door saloon with a sixcylinder engine.

1989

The Shamal is the first vehicle to adopt the new biturbo eight-cylinder engine.

1993

Fiat Auto buys out the entire Maserati share package and in 1998 presents the Quattroporte.

1997

Ferrari acquires the majority of Maserati shareholding.

1998

Quattroporte Evoluzione V8 3.2 - V6

2.8. 3200 GT V8.

1999

3200 GT V8 Automatica.

2000

Alfieri Maserati Garage Customisation Programme.

2001

Production begins of the Spyder with eight-cylinder engine, 4200 and the electro-hydraulic steering-wheel mounted gearbox "Cambiocorsa". Alfieri Maserati garages.

2002

The 2+2 Coupè is presented.

2003

A return to racing with the TROFEO. The Quattroporte designed by Pininfarina is presented, also used as presidential car by the President of the Italian Republic.

2004

The MC12 with 630 HP 12-cylinder engine is born.

2005

Maserati wins the FIA GT championship with the MC12.

2006

The Quattroporte with automatic gearbox is presented.

2007

The Granturismo, Coupè 2+2 comes to life.

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Quattroporte 1963

Quattroporte 1976

Quattroporte 1965

Historical info

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Introduction

Consulting the Manual

To facilitate reading and rapid use, the topics are sub-divided into SECTIONS and CHAPTERS. The important parts requiring particular attention are easily identifiable in the sections and chapters:

EXTREME CAUTION REQUIRED: failure to comply

with the instructions could cause hazardous situations involving personal and vehicle safety!

WARNING: aimed at preventing any damage to the vehicle and thus hazards involving the safety of persons.

Abbreviations

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

A.C. - AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM ABS - ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM -

Wheel locking prevention system during braking

ALC - ADAPTIVE LIGHT CONTROL -

Automatic headlight aiming system

ASR - ANTI-SLIP REGULATION -

Prevention of skidding during acceleration

CAN - CONTROLLER AREA NETWORK DRL - DAY RUNNING LIGHTS EBD - ELECTRONIC BRAKE-FORCE

DISTRIBUTION - Electronically controlled distributor of braking force

ECU - ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT EPB - ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE ETD - EMERGENCY TENSIONING

DEVICE

MSP - MASERATI STABILITY

PROGRAM Yaw prevention monitoring system

TPMS - TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING

SYSTEM.

Updating

The vehicle's high quality level is guaranteed by constant improvements. Therefore, there may prove to be differences between this manual and your vehicle. All specifications and illustrations contained in this manual refer to those resulting as of the printing date.

Introduction

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Service

The information contained in this manual is limited to those instructions and indications that are strictly required for the use and good preservation of the vehicle. The Owner will certainly obtain greater satisfaction and the best results from the vehicle by following these instructions carefully. We also advise you to have all the maintenance services and inspections carried out at Maserati Service Network Centres, where you will find specialized staff and suitable equipment. See the "SALES AND SERVICE ORGANIZATION" manual for locations of AUTHORISED MASERATI DEALERS AND SERVICE CENTRES. The Maserati Service Network is at your complete disposal for any information and suggestions.

Automatic gearbox

The vehicle is equipped with an electronically-controlled automatic gearbox system which, in addition to the normal automatic gearshift functions, allows the user to shift gears in sequence and manually, once the specific mode has been selected. For correct user of the gearbox system, follow the instructions given in the specific chapter of this manual.

Multi Media System

The vehicle is equipped with the infotelematics Maserati Multi Media System which provides the following standard features:

– on-board computer; – satellite navigation system (where

digital maps are available);

–Bose – single CD/MP3 reader; – 30 gb Hard Disk On request, these features can further

be enriched with the addition of a GSM telephone (where the relative standard is available), Bluetooth function, AUX port and USB port.

Sound System;

Introduction

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“Run Flat” tyres (optional)

The vehicle can be fitted with “Run Flat” tyres. This kind of tyre is equipped with reinforced sidewalls which permit the vehicle to continue travelling at a moderate speed 80 km/h - 50 mph), even in the event of a puncture, for a set distance. When the control panel receives the “punctured tyre” information from the tyre pressure ECU, it monitors the residual tyre life by showing a warning signal in the relevant area on the display at the following intervals: after 50 km and 100 km (31 mi and 62 mi).

Standard Run flat

After 120 km (75 mi), the warning not to continue will be displayed. For further information on the display, please refer to chapter: “Tyre pressure monitoring system” on page 47.

WARNING: Always comply with the specified wheel alignment values, as this is fundamental to obtain the best performance from and the longest life of your tyres.

Towing the vehicle

The vehicle has not been designed, developed and homologated to be used as a towing vehicle for other means (e.g. trailers, caravans, etc.) and nothing can be loaded on the roof; fitting structures such as bars or roofracks may damage the vehicle.

0 psi - 0 bar

Introduction

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Symbols

There are specific coloured plates on or near some of the components on your MASERATI. The related symbols are important warnings that the user must follow when using the component at involved. All of the symbols included in the labelling on your MASERATI are listed concisely here below, along with the component involved with that symbol. In addition, the meaning of the symbol shown is also indicated in terms of the following sub-division: danger, prohibition, warning, compulsory with respect to that same symbol.

Danger symbols

Battery

Corrosive liquid.

Battery

Explosion

Fan

It can start up automatically even with the engine stopped.

Expansion tank

Do not remove the cap when the coolant is hot.

Coil

High voltage.

Belts and pulleys

Moving devices: keep body parts and clothing away.

Air-conditioning lines

Do not open. Gas under high pressure.

Symbols of prohibitions

Battery

Do not approach with naked flames.

Battery

Keep children at a safe distance.

Heat guards - belts - pulleys

- fans

Do not rest your hands on

these parts.

Engine compartment ECU protection cover

Do not direct the jet of water

on the ECUs, relays and fuses.

Symbols

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Warning symbols

Catalytic muffler

Do not park or stop over

flammable surfaces. Refer to

chapter: “Air Quality devices”.

Hydraulic steering

Do not exceed the maximum

level of fluid in the tank. Only

use fluid of the type

prescribed in then section

“Capacities and technical

specifications”.

Brake circuit

Do not exceed the maximum

level of fluid in the tank. Only

use fluid of the type

prescribed in the section

“Capacities and technical

specifications”.

Windscreen wipers

Only use fluid of the type prescribed in the section “Capacities and technical specifications”.

Engine

Use only the lubricant recommended in the section “Capacities and Technical specifications”.

Vehicle using lead-free gasoline

Only use lead-free gasoline with an octane number (R.O.N.) of no less than 95.

Expansion tank

Only use fluid of the type prescribed in the section “Capacities and technical specifications”.

Symbols indicating compulsory measures

Battery

Protect your eyes.

Battery - Jack

Refer to the Owner's Manual.

Symbols

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Contents

Vehicle identification data

Active and passive safety

Instruments and controls

Before you drive

Using the vehicle

In an emergency

Capacities and technical specifications

Maintenance

Table of contents

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Vehicle identification data

Identification plates 16 Vehicle identification plate 17 Key codes 18

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Identification plates

Chassis marking

The vehicle's registration number is punched on the underfloor, in front of

the right-hand front seat. To read the number, lift the mat and remove the guard.

Engine marking

The engine A serial number is punched on the lower part of the crankcase, in the starter motor area. The engine type is indicated on the plate positioned on the front, lefthand door's ledge.

Paint identification plate

The plate B is applied onto the engine compartment lid.

Identification plates

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Vehicle identification plate

The plate is fitted on the front lefthand door's ledge and it shows the following details:

A-Manufacturer's name B-Homologation number C-Serial Number (V.I.N.) D-Maximum admissible weight E-Maximum admissible weight on

first (front) axle

F-Maximum admissible weight on

second (rear) axle

G-Engine type H-Vehicle version code L-Assembly Number.

D E

F B

C G

Vehicle identification plate

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Key codes

A CODE CARD is supplied with the keys. This card indicates the following:

– the electronic code A to be used in

the procedure for “emergency starts”

– the mechanical key code B to be

given to the Maserati Service Network when ordering duplicate keys.

WARNING: The code numbers shown on the CODE CARD should be kept in a safe place.

WARNING: You are advised to always keep the CODE CARD number with you, as this is absolutely necessary in the event of an “emergency start”.

WARNING: In the event of a vehicle ownership transfer, it is essential that the new owner is provided with all the keys and with the CODE CARD.

WARNING: It is advisable to write down and keep the codes listed on the plates delivered with the keys and the remote control in a safe place (not in the car) in order to request duplicates if needed.

A B

Key codes

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Key codes

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Active and passive safety

Seat belts 22 Safe transport of children 27 Front and side airbags 36 MSP System 43 ASR system (electronic anti-skid device) 44 ABS and EBD systems 45 Tyre pressure monitoring system (optional) 47 Parking sensors 54 Fuel cut-out inertia switch 58

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Seat belts

The vehicle is equipped with seat belts with automatic retractor for maximum freedom of movement. The seat belts are equipped with electronically-controlled load limiting devices and pretensioners. In addition,

the attachment points of all the seat belts are directly linked to the seat, in order to ensure optimal protection, whatever the seat position. All the seat belts, excluding the driver's seat and the rear central seat, are equipped with KISI system. The KISI system uses special seat belt retractors that, when they are fully unwound, they only allow the seat belts to be rewound. This system allows the child seat to be properly anchored to the seat. The system deactivates after unfastening the seat belt, and allows it to be fully retracted to its original rest position.

Fastening the seat belts

Extract the lower section of the seat belt from the outer side of the seat and secure it by holding the fastening tang A, and pulling out the belt until the tang inserts into the buckle lock B. The belt is correctly engaged when the lock clicks into position. To release the belts, press button C. The vehicle is equipped with an SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system, which warns the driver when the seat belt is not fastened by sounding an acoustic warning at the same time turning on the warning light on the instrument panel .

The retractor locking device is activated whenever the belt is pulled out too rapidly or in case of sudden braking or collision. If the belt locks due to too rapid extraction, allow it to retract a short distance to disengage the locking device. The retractor allows the belt to automatically fit to the passenger’s body, allowing him/her to move freely. When the vehicle is parked on a steep slope, the retractor may lock: this is normal.

WARNING: Feed the belt back into the retractor by hand to avoid twisting and snagging.

Seat belts

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Adjusting the front seat belts height (front seats only)

The seat belts height must be

adjusted with the vehicle

stationary.

Always adjust the height of the front seat belts so that they suit the driver's and passenger's height. This precaution can reduce the risk of injury in a collision substantially. The correct adjustment is achieved when the belt passes about mid-way between the end of the shoulder and the neck. The upper attachment point of the seat belts is equipped with an oscillating ring capable of moving into 4 different positions, allowing the belts position to be adjusted.

To move the attachment fitting, press control D.

After the adjustment, always check that the cursor to which

the oscillating ring is fixed, is locked into one of the positions provided. Therefore, with the handgrip released, push again downwards to allow the anchoring device to click into place, in the event that it has not been released in one of the positions provided.

Using the rear seat belts

The belts for the rear seats must be worn as shown in the figure.

Remember that, in the event of a violent impact, the

passengers on the rear seats that are not wearing the seat belts are not only subject to personal injuries but they also represent a danger for passengers sitting in the front seats.

The seat belts must be worn keeping your chest in the upright position and lying against the backrest. When the rear seats are not occupied, place the seat belt buckles in their respective seatings.

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Load limiting devices

To increase passive safety levels, the seat belt retractors are equipped with a load limiting device which makes it possible to control the belt reeling out, so that the force exerted on the shoulders while the seat belt is in restraining mode can be suitably

adjusted.

Pretensioners

To further enhance the seat belt efficiency, the vehicle seat belts (except for the rear central one) are equipped with ETD (Emergency Tensioning Device) pretensioners. These devices "detect", by means of a sensor, that the vehicle is in a collision and retract the belts by a few centimetres. This ensures that the belt perfectly adheres to the occupants’ bodies before starting its restraining action. The belt locking indicates that the device has been activated; a small amount of smoke may be visible. The smoke is not toxic and is not indicative of fire.

The pretensioners activate in the following cases:

– Head-on and rear collisions of a

sufficient severity; – In certain roll-overs. The pretensioner only activates when

the seat belt is fastened. After the pretensioner activation, the seat belt can be unfastened as usual, by pressing the button on the buckle. The pretensioner does not require any maintenance or lubrication. Tampering with the device will compromise its efficient operation. If, as a result of exceptional natural circumstances (floods, heavy seas, etc.), the device has been in contact with water and sludge, it is absolutely essential to replace it. To ensure the best protection from the pretensioner, secure the belt snugly across your chest and pelvis.

The pretensioners can be used only once and activate only

when the seat belts are fastened. After activation, contact the Maserati Service Network to have the pretensioners replaced and for properly discarding the old components. The units have a 14 year service life from the date of manufacture; they must be replaced when their service life is near to expiry.

WARNING: Work on the vehicle which involves blows, vibrations or localized heating (over 100°C / 212°F for 6 hours max.) in the area of the pretensioners may damage or activate them: vibrations due to uneven road surfaces or mounting the pavement unintentionally, for instance, do not affect the units. Contact the Maserati Service Network for any intervention that may be required.

It is strictly forbidden to

remove or tamper with the

pretensioner components. Any intervention must be carried out only by qualified and authorized personnel. Always contact the Maserati Service Network.

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General warnings for using the seat belts

It is compulsory for the driver and passengers to make appropriate use of the

restraint systems fitted in the vehicle.

To guarantee 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 would be moved too far forward and could be injured. Travelling with the seatback too far reclined could 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. What is more, in an accident, the lower section of the belt could press against the upper part of your stomach rather than the pelvic area, causing serious internal injuries.

Always fasten the seat belts. Travelling without the seat

belts fastened increases the risk of serious injury in the event of a collision, even with the airbags. In the event of a collision, the seat belts reduce the possibility of the vehicle's occupants being thrown against the structures of the passenger compartment or out of the vehicle. The airbags are designed to work together with the seat belts, not to substitute them. The front airbags only intervene in the event of head-on collisions of medium or high intensity. They will not be activated if the

vehicle rolls over, or in the event of rear bumps or minor frontal collisions.

When travelling with one or more child seats fitted on the rear seat of the vehicle, the

tables must be in the closed position.

The passenger seated in the rear, when the vehicle is

moving and the table/s is/are open must wear a seatbelt. Travelling without the seatbelt fastened increases the risk of injury in the event of a collision .

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Do not fasten your seat belt using the buckle lock for the

other seat: in the event of an accident, the lower section of the belt could press against the upper part of your stomach rather than the pelvic area, causing serious internal injuries.

event of an accident, you would be thrown forward and would very probably suffer head and neck injuries. What is more, if the belt presses against your ribs, it could cause serious internal injuries.

passenger's bodies. In fact, in an accident, the restraining force would not be distributed evenly along the belt and would consequently cause injuries. The upper part of the belt must pass over the shoulder and diagonally across the chest. The lower section must adhere to your pelvis, not the stomach, to avoid that you slide forward in the event of a collision. Do not use devices (clips, fastenings etc.) that prevent the seat belts from laying close to the passengers' bodies.

It is extremely dangerous to

travel with the belt positioned

underneath your arm. In the

The belt must not be twisted;

make sure that it is snugly

fitted to the driver's and

Do not carry children on a passenger’s lap using only one seat belt for protecting both

of them.

If the seat belt has been suffered a heavy mechanical

stress, for example during a collision, it must be completely replaced together with its anchorages, the screws fastening the said anchorages and the pretensioner. In fact, even if there are no visible defects, the resistance level offered by the seat belt could be reduced.

Pregnant women must

scrupulously observe local

legislation regarding the use of seat belts. Make sure, in any case, that the lower section of the belt is positioned well down on the hips,

below the abdominal region of the body.

How to keep seat belts efficient

1) Always use the seat belts keeping

the belt perfectly flat, not twisted; make sure the belt can slide freely, without jamming.

2) The seat belts must be replaced following every pretensioner activation and whenever the belt itself shows visible damages or abrasions.

3) Wash the seat belts by hand using water and neutral soap, rinse them and let them dry in the shade. Do not use strong detergents, bleaches or colourants and any other chemical substance that could weaken the belt fibres.

4) Make sure the retractors do not get wet: they will operate properly only if they do not suffer water infiltrations.

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Safe transport of children

For optimal protection in the event of a collision, all the occupants in the vehicle must travel seated and protected by appropriate restraining systems. The seat belts have been designed to be used by persons whose physical characteristics (i.e. age, height, weight) fall within the limits provided for by established legislation in each country (for the European Community: 150 cm in height and 3years of age minimum). Anyone who does not comply with these provisions may not travel in the 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 protect them in the case of a collision, they must use special restraint or safety systems.

Where provided for by law (in the European Community),

children under 3 years of age cannot travel in the vehicle unless using a suitable restraint system.

Where provided for by law (in

the European Community),

children under 3 years of age who are less than 150 cm tall may not travel on the front seat unless using a suitable restraint system.

Children must always use a

suitable restraint system

when travelling, preferably fitted on the rear seat as this is the safest position in the event of a collision.

When travelling with one or

more child seats fitted on the

rear seat of the vehicle, the tables must be closed.

No child seat can be installed

in the rear, central seat.

Children must never travel seated on a passenger’s lap. In

a collision, a child becomes so heavy that it is impossible to hold onto him or her. For example, in the event of a collision at only 40 km/h, a child weighing 5.5 kg exerts a force equal to 110 kg on the arms of the person carrying him/her. Children must always be protected by a suitable restraining system when travelling.

Children who are resting on

the airbag or are too close to it

when it is activated, may be seriously injured. The airbags and pretensioners provide suitable protection for adults and teenagers, but not for children and babies. Neither the seat belts or the airbags are designed for them. Children and babies must travel in suitable restraining systems.

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Babies must be supported completely, including their

head and neck. This is necessary since a baby’s neck is weak while their head is proportionally bigger and heavier in relation to their body. In a collision, if a baby is travelling in a rearward-facing child

seat, the impact forces are distributed through the more solid parts of the body, i.e. the back and shoulders. Babies must always be protected by a suitable restraining system when travelling.

Children cannot be carried

using a rearward-facing child

seat fitted on a passenger seat protected by a front airbag, unless the said airbag is deactivated.

Deactivate the airbag before

fitting a rearward-facing child

seat on the front passenger seat.

If a child seat is installed on

the front passenger’s seat, the

seat must be positioned fully upright.

The structure of a child body is

completely different from that

of an adult or a teenager,

whom the seat belts are designed for. A child’s hips are so small that the seat belt will not stay in the correct position on them. The belt may rise up on the child’s stomach and, in the event of a collision, cause serious internal injuries. Children must always be protected by suitable restraining systems.

If a child seat is installed on the front passenger’s seat, this must be positioned fully back

. This is essential to help ensure

and up maximum safety for the child.

All minors whose physical characteristics (age, height, weight) meet the limit values provided by the established legislation in each country must be protected by special restraint or safety systems (certified child seats, cradles, cushions). Make sure that you always use homologated universal child restraint systems. For installation and use of the child restraint systems, carefully follow the instructions that the Manufacturer of these devices is obliged to provide. All the seat belts, excluding the driver’s seat and the rear central seat, are equipped with KISI system.

The KISI system uses special seat belt retractors that, when they are fully unwound, they only allow the seat belts to be rewound. This system allows the child seat to be properly anchored to the seat. The system deactivates after unfastening the seat belt, and allows it to be fully retracted to its original rest position.

To ensure an optimal restraining action of the child

seats, we recommend that you choose the model that best suits the shape of your seats. It is advisable to try fitting the child seat in your vehicle before purchasing itand to not install child seats that, when placed on the seat, have an unstable or unnatural position due to the shape of your vehicle seat.

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To fasten a child seat, follow the installation instructions

provided by the child seat Manufacturer. Position all the movable parts of the child seats (e.g., handle, reclining seatback, sunshade etc.) carefully following the instructions provided by the Manufacturer and found on the instructions manual of the same child seat. Then fully unwind the seat belt and let it rewind. During rewinding, you will hear a click sound: this means that the KISI system has activated and that the seat belt is now locked. Then push the child seat against the seat to rewind any excess length of the seat belt. To deactivate the retractor, unbuckle the seat belt and let it rewind completely. The seat belt can now be used normally.

Never unbuckle the seat belt

that retains the child seat

when the vehicle is moving.

In the event of an accident, an

incorrectly fastened child

restraining system increases the risk of injury.

Never modify or tamper with the seat belts and the child

restraining systems. Established legislation in some countries already provides that children under 12 years of age may not travel in the front passenger seat.

Rearward-facing child seats

must not be used on front

passenger seats equipped with active passenger’s airbag, as this could cause serious injuries during deployment, independently of the impact severity. Rearward-facing child seats may be used on the front passenger seat only in European vehicle models, that are equipped with passenger’s airbag deactivation switch. In this case, the driver must make sure that the airbag is deactivated by checking the relative warning light on the instrument panel. We recommend that you always carry children in their specific child seats positioned on the vehicle rear seats, as this is the safest place in the event of a collision.

The European Community regulations that govern the transport of children are found in directive 2003/20/EC. This directive divides restraint systems into five groups:

Group 0 0-10 kg weight Group 0 + up to 13kg weight Group 1 9-18 kg weight Group 2 15-25 kg weight Group 3 22-36 kg weight As can be seen, the groups partially

overlap and commercially available equipment may cover more than one weight group. All the restraining devices must bear the approval data, together with the check mark on a plate - which must never be removed - fixed soundly to the device, Children over 36 kg in weight and 1.50 m in height, for the purposes of restraint systems, are considered equivalent to adults and can wear the seat belts in the normal way.

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Groups 0 and 0+

Babies weighing up to 13 kg must be transported in a rearward-facing baby seat, which provides head support and thereby avoids neck strain in the case of sudden decelerations. The baby seat is secured by the vehicle seat belts as shown in the figure, and

must restrain the child with its own incorporated belts.

Deactivate the airbag before fitting a rearward-facing child seat on the front passenger

seat.

The figures are purely illustrative. Secure the child

seat according to the instructions provided with the product.

Group 1

Children weighing 9 kg and more may travel in a forward-facing child seat equipped with a front cushion, through which the vehicle seat belt secures both the child seat and the child.

The figures are purely illustrative. Secure the child

seat according to the instructions provided with the product.

Certain child seats meet the requirements for groups 0 and

1 with a rear fixing point for the seat belt and integrated harness for child restraint. Due to their weight, they may be hazardous if incorrectly secured to the vehicle seat belts with a cushion. Strictly follow the instructions provided with the product.

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Group 2

Children weighing over 15 kg must be secured directly by the vehicle seat belt. Child seats have the additional purpose of positioning the child correctly with respect to the seat belts, in such a way that the diagonal portion of the seat belt closely adheres to the child’s chest and never to the neck, and the lap portion adheres to the pelvis and not to the abdominal region.

The figures are purely illustrative. Secure the child

seat according to the instructions provided with the product.

Group 3

Children weighing 22 kg and more only need a cushion to raise their position. The depth of the child’s chest is sufficient to make a distancing backrest unnecessary. Children over 1.50 m in height can use seat belts like adults.

The figures are purely illustrative. Secure the child

seat according to the instructions provided with the product.

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Suitability of the passenger seats for using child seats

The vehicle complies with the new European Directive 200/3/CE that governs the installation of child seats on the different vehicle seats, according to the following table:

Group

Groups 0, 0+ up to 13 kg U ( ) U *

Group 1 9-18 kg U ( ) U *

Group 2 15-25 kg U ( ) U *

Group 3 22-36 kg U ( ) U *

Legend U= suitable for "Universal" restraint

systems as provided for by the European Regulation EEC-R44 pertaining to the indicated "Groups".

( ) When fitting the system in the

vehicle, the seat back must be in a fully upright position.

*NO

child seat, of any kind, may be installed on the rear central seat.

Weight

groups

Front

passenger

Below is a summary of the safety regulations to be followed for transporting children:

Children whose age, weight and height are below the minimum limits established by the laws in force in the individual countries (European Community: 3 years, 36 kg and 150 cm) may only travel if secured using suitable restraint systems. We recommend that you always fit any restraint system on the rear seat, as this is the safest position in the event of a collision.

Rear side

passenger

Rear central

passenger

If the vehicle is equipped with active passenger airbags, children may not travel on the front seat in a rearwardfacing child seat. When deactivating the passenger-side airbag, always check that the relative warning light on the instrument panel and the LED A on the roof panel are illuminated, as this indicates that the airbag has been deactivated. Always and strictly follow the instructions which the manufacturer is obliged by law to enclose with the seat. Keep the instructions in the vehicle together with the documents and this handbook. Do not use a seat which does not have any instructions for use.

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WARNING: We recommend that you choose the seat that best suits the shape of your vehicle’s seat and that you try to install the seat before purchasing it.

Always pull the seat belt to check that it is locked in place. All restraint system is for use by a single passenger only: never carry two children in the same seat. Always check that the seat belts are not resting against the child’s neck. Do not allow the child to sit in improper positions or to unbuckle the seat belt /child seat safety harness while travelling. Do not carry children in your arms, including babies. Nobody, however strong, can hold on to a child in the event of a collision. After an accident, always replace the child seat with a new one.

Isofix seats

The rear side seats of the vehicle are equipped with anchoring points for Isofix child seats. This is a new system complying with European standards for carrying children. This system provides a special anchoring system for child seats, which uses two metal brackets B positioned between the seat cushion and backrest.

These metal brackets are easily identifiable through the label

bearing the logo shown below. The seats designed for Isofix child seats installation can always be fitted with standard child seats: you can actually install a standard and an Isofix child seat at the same time.

The rear seats can be fitted with two standard seats or two Isofix seats max. Only standard type child seats can be mounted on the front passenger seat. Deactivate the airbag before fitting a rearward-facing child seat on the front passenger seat. In addition, the front passenger seat must be positioned fully back and the backrest must be in the fully upright position. The Isofix system covers three weight groups: 0. 0+ and 1.

Fit the child seat only when the vehicle is stationary. The

child seat is correctly anchored to the brackets when a click indicates it is locked in place. Follow the mounting, removal and positioning instructions provided by the child seat manufacturer.

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Isofix position

Earth unit

Carry

cot

Group 0 +

up to 10kg

Group 0+

up to 13 kg

Group I

from 9 to

18 kg

Size

class

Envelope

F ISO / L1 X X

G ISO / L2 X X

(1)

E ISO / R1 IUF IUF

(1)

E ISO / R1 IUF IUF D ISO / R2 IUF IUF C ISO / R3 IUF IUF

(1) D ISO / R2 IUF IUF C ISO / R3 IUF IUF B ISO / F2 IUF IUF

B1 ISO / F2X IUF IUF

A ISO / F3 IUF IUF

(1)

Front

passenger

seat

Side

rear, left-

hand

Side

rear, right hand

Other

positions

IUF = Isofix position suitable for

forward-facing Isofix type child restraint systems of the universal class, approved for use in the relative weight group.

X = Isofix position not suitable for

Isofix child restraint systems in this weight group and/or in this size class.

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Fitting child vehicle seats for

groups 0 and 0+

To carry children whose weight falls in the 0 and 0+ groups, the child seat must be installed facing rearward. Carefully check that the brackets C are properly installed in their seatings E. The child is then secured by the child seat harness F.

Fitting child seats type 1

For carrying children whose weight falls in group 1, the child seat must be installed facing forward. For installation, proceed as follows:

– make sure that the release lever D is

in the permanent position (retracted);

– align the anchoring points E with the

brackets C, then push the seat until you hear it click in place, which indicates it is properly secured

– check that the child seat is correctly

locked by trying to move it with strength; the incorporated safety mechanisms prevent the child seat from being improperly fitted if only one of the attachment fittings is locked.

– pass the strap G underneath the rear

headrest, and anchor it onto the child seat backrest and onto the bracket on the car body.

This way, the child seat is restrained not only by the brackets C but also by the vehicle seat belt and by the upper strap G. Always refer to the instruction manual provided with the child seat for fitting the vehicle seat belts to the said child seat correctly.

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Front and side airbags

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The vehicle is equipped with 6 airbags (2 front and 4 lateral ones) and electronically-operated pretensioners for all of the seat belts except the rear central one. The system components are the following:

1) Electronic control unit

2) Passenger’s front airbag

3) Passenger’s airbag deactivation

switch (where available)

4) Passenger’s front seat belt pretensioner

5) Passenger’s lateral airbag (side bag)

6) Passenger-side satellite crash sensor

7) Passenger-side window bag

8) Driver-side window bag

9) Driver’s lateral airbag (side bag)

10) Driver-side satellite crash sensor

11) Driver’s front seat belt

pretensioner

12) Airbag system failure warning light

13) Passenger’s airbag off warning

light

14) Driver’s front airbag

15) Clock Spring

16) Diagnostic socket

17) Left-hand rear pretensioner

18) Right-hand rear pretensioner.

Front airbags

The front airbags (driver’s and passenger’s) are safety devices which activate in the event of a head-on collision. They consist of an instantaneously inflating airbag contained in a special housing:

– in the centre of the steering wheel

on the driver side;

– in the dashboard and with a larger

size bag (full size airbag) on the passenger side.

The front airbags (driver’s and passenger’s) are safety devices designed to protect the occupants in the event of head-on collisions of medium-high severity. They act by placing a cushion (airbag) between the occupant and the steering wheel or the dashboard. In the event of a collision, an ECU processes the deceleration signals detected by the MSP system and activates, when necessary, airbag deployment.

The airbag deploys almost instantaneously, placing itself between the front passengers and potentially harmful parts of the vehicle. The airbags deflate immediately afterwards.

In the event of a collision, any occupants not wearing their

seat belt will be thrown forward and will come into contact with the airbag before it is fully inflated. n) can be engaged. the event of a collision, any occupants not wearing their seat belt will be thrown forward and will come into contact with the airbag before it is fully inflated. nn) can be engaged. The front airbags (driver’s and passenger’s) are not a substitute for the seat belts but rather act in combination with them. As a consequence, the seat belts must always be worn as provided for by applicable legislation in Europe and in most non-European countries.

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To allow the front airbags to deploy correctly and with

optimal efficiency, both the driver and the front passenger must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm from the steering wheel and the dashboard.

rear seats that are not wearing the seat belts are not only subject to personal injuries but they also represent a danger for passengers sitting in the front seats.

performed by a Maserati Service Network centre.

In the case of low-severity head on collisions (in which the restraining action of the seat belts provides adequate protection), the airbags will not be activated. The airbags do not activate in the event of rear and side collisions, as they do not provide any supplementary protection.

Remember that, in the event

of a violent impact, the

passengers travelling in the

Never remove the steering

wheel. If necessary, this

operation should only be

Therefore, in these cases, failure of the airbag to deploy is not an indication of a system malfunction.

Passenger’s airbag (full size airbag)

The passenger’s airbag has been designed and calibrated to enhance the protection level provided to a person wearing the seat belt. Therefore, when fully deployed, it fills the largest part of the space between the passenger and the dashboard.

SERIOUS DANGER: the vehicle is fitted with a

passenger side airbag. Before fitting any rearward-facing child seat on the front passenger seat,if the vehicle is equipped with the specific deactivation switch, always deactivate the front passenger’s airbag. Even where not required by

25 cm

law, we recommend for the safety of adult passengers, that the airbag be immediately reactivated as soon as the seat is no longer used for carrying children.

SERIOUS DANGER. Do not position any objects on the

upper part of the dashboard. In the event of airbag deployment following a collision, these objects may affect correct opening of the airbag cover, causing the restraint system not to function properly, or they may be projected into the passenger compartment as a consequence of a sudden opening of the cover, which may seriously injure the occupants.

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Passenger’s Airbag manual deactivation switch (where available)

If you have to carry a child on the front passenger seat, always deactivate the airbag on the passenger’s side before installing a rearward-facing child seat. The device may be deactivated by operating (with the ignition key) the relative key switch located on the right-hand side of the dashboard. The switch is accessible with open door only. Vehicles manufactured for the US, Canadian and Japanese markets are not equipped with this device.

The key switch has two positions:

1) passenger airbag activated: (position ON ) the warning light on the instrument panel and the LED on the roof panel are off; it is prohibited to carry children on the passenger seat.

2) passenger airbag deactivated: (Position OFF ) the warning light on the instrument panel and the LED on the roof panel are on; children may travel in the front passenger seat if they are suitably protected by specific rearward-facing restraint systems.

The warning light on the instrument panel and the LED on the roof panel remain permanently illuminated until the passenger airbag is reactivated.

WARNING: should the warning light

(passenger’s airbag off) malfunction, its failure will be shown on the display.

WARNING: The deactivation of the front passenger’s airbag does not affect the operation of the side airbag.

We recommend that you always fit any child seats on

the rear seat, as this is the safest position in the event of a collision.

No child seat can be installed

in the rear, central seat.

When the passenger side

airbag is deactivated, because

a person considered by applicable legislation to be at risk is travelling and must therefore be protected by an additional restraining system, the passenger will not have the additional protection of the airbag in the event of a collision.

Only deactivate the airbag

when you are carrying a

person considered at risk by applicable legislation, and always reactivate it at the end of the journey.

When the door is open, the key can be inserted or removed in both positions.

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Front and rear lateral airbags

The lateral airbags enhance the protection offered to passengers travelling in the front seats in case of moderate to severe lateral collision. They consist of two types of instantaneous inflation bags:

– Side Bags housed in the front seats'

backrests; this solution allows the airbag to be always in the best position with respect to the occupant, regardless of the seat position.

– Window bags housed behind the

roof lateral panels and covered by special trim panels that do not interfere with the bags' unfolding downwards during inflation. This solution, designed for protecting the head region, offers passengers sitting in the front and in the rear the best protection in the case of a side impact, thanks to the large area covered by the bags.

In the event of a side impact, an electronic control unit processes the signals coming from a deceleration sensor and it trips the bag inflation if necessary.

The bags inflate instantaneously, acting as a protection between the occupants' body and the side of the vehicle. The bags deflate immediately afterwards.

WARNING: The electronic control unit provides for the activation of the pretensioners, front airbags or side airbags (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.

In the case of low impact lateral collisions (for which the retaining action of the seat belts affords adequate protection), the airbags do not inflate. It follows that the front airbags (on driver and passenger side) do not replace or substitute the seat belts but complement them, and hence the seat belts must always be worn as provided by established legislation in European and in most non-European countries. The lateral airbags are not deactivated when the front passenger airbag is cutout by means of the key-operated switch, as described in the preceding charter. Thus, even children carried in

the front passenger seat are protected from lateral collisions.

WARNING: The front and/or lateral airbags may inflate if the vehicle suffers a violent impact beneath the car body, for example when mounting the pavement, colliding with steps or speed bumps, potholes etc.

WARNING: Airbag inflation releases a small amount of powder. This powder is not harmful and does not indicate the presence of fire; furthermore the surface of the deployed bag and the interior of the vehicle may be covered with a powdery residue: this powder may irritate skin and eyes. If contact occurs, wash with a pH neutral soap and water.

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If the warning light comes on while driving (fault signal)

stop the vehicle and contact the local Maserati Service Centre to have the system checked.

WARNING: The airbag system has a service life of 14 years. Contact the Maserati Service Network when this period is near to expiry.

In the event of a collision with

consequent airbag inflation,

contact the Maserati Service Network for replacement of the entire safety system, electronic control unit, seat belts, pretensioners, and to have the vehicle’s electrical system checked.

All testing, repairs and

replacements of the airbag

system must be done by a Maserati Service Network Centre.

WARNING: In case of scrapping of the vehicle, contact the Maserati Service Network to have the system deactivated.

WARNING: If the vehicle is sold, the new owner must be informed of the aforesaid instructions for use warnings and he/she must also be provided with the "Owner's Manual".

General warnings

When the ignition key is turned to the MAR position,

the warning light comes on, but it must switch off after approx. 5 seconds. If the warning light fails to come on at this time, or stays on, or lights up when driving, contact the Maserati Service Network immediately.

Turning the ignition key to

MAR, the warning light

and the LED A on the inside roof, above the words PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF (with the front airbag deactivation switch in the ON position), will turn on and flash for several seconds, to remind the driver that the passenger and rear lateral airbags will activate in case of collision. Following this flashing they must turn off.

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Drive with both hands on the steering wheel rim, so that if

the airbag inflates it can do so freely, without encountering obstacles which can cause serious injuries. Do not drive with your body curved forwards but keep the seatback upright, lying your back fully against it.

To permit the front airbags to

be deployed correctly and

with the utmost efficiency, both the driver and the front passenger must maintain a distance of at least 25 cm (10 in) from the steering wheel and the dashboard respectively.

Do not apply stickers or other

objects to the steering wheel

or the passenger’s airbag compartment.

Do not travel with objects in

your lap, in front of your chest

or especially with a pipe, pencil or other objects held in your mouth. In the event of a collision, the intervention of the airbag could result in serious injury.

Do not cover the front seatbacks with clothes or covers.

Note that with the ignition key inserted and turned to the

MAR position, even with the engine switched off, the airbags can inflate even if the vehicle is stationary, if it is run into by another vehicle. Therefore, even with the vehicle stationary, children must be secured by the specific child restraint systems installed on the passenger seat, and the passenger airbag must be deactivated. On the other hand, the airbags will not inflate in case of collision with the vehicle stationary and the key removed from the ignition block; failure of the airbags to inflate in these circumstances is not indicative of a system malfunction.

If the vehicle has been the

object of theft or attempted

theft, if it has been vandalized or involved in flooding, contact the Maserati Service Network to have the airbag system checked.

If interventions are carried out on the electrical system

incorrectly, the airbag could be activated, thereby causing injuries to anyone in the vicinity.

The airbags do not substitute

the seat belts but afford

supplementary protection. Moreover, in the event of head-on collisions at low speed, side impacts, rear bumps or roll-overs, the passengers are protected by the seat belts only, that must always be fastened.

Do not wash the seats with

water or pressurised steam

(by hand or in the automatic seat wash stations).

Do not hang rigid objects onto

the cloth hooks and onto the

handholds.

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MSP System

The vehicle is equipped with the MSP (Maserati Stability Program) yaw prevention monitoring system, encompassing all of the vehicle's control systems: ABS66, EBD, ASR and MSR. The system is fitted with a unit that predicts the vehicle's behaviour with extreme accuracy. The system is capable of detecting whether the driver is about to lose control of the vehicle. In this case, it can activate the brake calipers individually and the engine control, in order to create a torque sufficient to resist the vehicle's yawing moment.

Activation

The MSP system is activated automatically every time the engine is started, and it can be cut-out by pressing button A for approx. 2 seconds. Press button A again to reactivate the system. The dark yellow warning light on the instrument panel flashes during all the activation phases.

Fault indicators

In the event of a fault, the system is automatically disabled and cannot be reactivated. While driving, this condition is signalled by the amber warning light

, that illuminates both on the instrument panel and on the multifunction display, accompanied in the latter case by the message "MSP unavailable go to dealer". When the engine is started, the system malfunction is indicated by the warning light switching on.

WARNING: In the event of a fault with the MSP disabled, the vehicle will react as if it were not equipped with this system: have the system checked by the Maserati Service Network as soon as possible.

WARNING: Make sure that the ignition key is turned to STOP if you have to tow the car with 2 wheels raised off the ground. Otherwise, with the MSP switched on, the respective control unit will store a malfunction, resulting in the warning lights coming on the instrument panel and on the display: this requires the intervention of the Maserati Service Network to restore the system.

WARNING: In low- and medium-grip conditions (e.g., rain, snow, ice, sand, etc.) it is advisable not to use SPORT mode, even with the MSP system active.

WARNING: Driving on parabolic curves will deactivate the system.

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ASR system (electronic anti-skid device)

The ASR system prevents skidding of the driving wheels during acceleration by means of the engine control unit (spark advance delay, engine throttle opening reduction and fuel injection

cut-out) and of the rear brakes. The ASR system enhances the vehicle stability and improves active safety while driving, especially under the following conditions:

– internal wheel skidding on curves

because of the dynamic load variations or excessive acceleration

– excessive power transmitted to the

wheels, also in relation to the roadbed conditions

– acceleration on slippery, snowy or icy

roadbeds

– loss of road grip on wet roadbeds

(aquaplaning).

The ASR system works together with the electronic suspension control system: under normal conditions (SPORT mode off), stability in low and medium grip conditions has priority, while with SPORT mode active, the system favours traction, thereby optimising vehicle's performance on dry asphalt.

Activation

The ASR system is automatically activated every time the engine is started and can be cut-out by pressing button A for about 2 seconds. Press button A again to reactivate the system. The dark yellow warning light on the instrument panel flashes during all the activation phases.

Fault indicators

In the event of a fault, the system is automatically disabled and cannot be reactivated. While driving, this condition is signalled by the amber warning light on the instrument panel that illuminates together with the message "ASR unavailable go to dealer".

MSR function (engine braking torque adjustment)

The ASR system also controls the engine braking torque when the accelerator pedal is released under low grip conditions (snow, ice etc.): in these conditions, in fact, the engine's high braking torque may cause instability of the vehicle. The system, using the same sensors as the ABS, detects the skidding arising on one or both of the driving wheels when the accelerator is released and opens the motor driven throttle for the engine supply system, thereby reducing the braking torque and restoring the driving wheels' maximum grip conditions.

WARNING: The maximum deceleration that can be obtained with the engine braking always depends on the tyre grip on the roadbed. Snow or ice obviously reduce grip levels.

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ABS and EBD systems

The vehicle is equipped with ABS (Antilock Brake System) and EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution) systems which, by means of the ABS system sensors and the ECU, improve the braking system’s performance. In the event of an emergency stop or braking on slippery surfaces (e.g. snowy or icy roadbeds), the ABS, together with the standard braking system, allows the driver to apply maximum braking force without causing the wheels to lock and consequently losing control of the vehicle. The system is based on an electronic control unit that processes the signals coming from 4 sensors fitted on the 4 wheels. When a wheel tends to lock, the sensor warns the unit which, in turn, request to an electro-hydraulic unit to intervene by modulating the pressure exerted on the brake calipers; the driver will perceive a “pulsation” on the brake pedal which is completely normal. In the event of a failure, the system will be deactivated, but this will not affect the efficiency of the standard braking system.

The failure will be indicated through the lighting up of the red warning light with the letters ABS on the instrument panel. In this case, we recommend you contact the nearest Maserati Service Network centre, which, thanks to the self-diagnostics system the vehicle is equipped with, will be able to identify the problem immediately.

The vehicles must be equipped only with wheels,

tyres and brake pads of the type and make approved by the Factory for this model.

Despite the fact that this device makes a considerable

contribution to safety, it is still essential to drive particularly carefully when the road surface is wet, covered with snow or ice.

The vehicle is equipped with

an EBD (Electronic Brake-force

Distribution) system). With the engine on, if the warning light illuminates accompanied by a specific message on the display it indicates a fault in the EBD system. In this case, sharp braking can cause early locking of the rear wheels and possible side skidding. Drive with the greatest care and have the system immediately checked by the nearest Centre of the Maserati Service Network.

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The failure warning light usually illuminates with the

engine running to indicate a malfunction in the ABS system. In this case, the standard braking system is still efficient, but cannot use the ABS system. In these conditions, also the EBD system efficiency may be reduced. Drive with the greatest care in order to

avoid sudden braking and have the system immediately checked by the nearest Centre of the Maserati Service Network.

If the low brake fluid warning light comes on, stop the

vehicle and check the brake fluid level immediately. If the fluid level is below the minimum notch, top up with the recommended fluid and contact the Maserati Service Network immediately to have the system checked. Brake fluid leaks impair the operation of whatever braking system, both the standard types and those fitted with anti-lock system.

System performance in terms of active safety is not a reason

for the driver to run unnecessary risks. The driving style shall always be suited to weather conditions, range of visibility and road traffic conditions.

The maximum obtainable

deceleration is always

depends on the grip between tyre and road. With snowy or icy roadbeds, grip levels are obviously reduced and the braking distance is very high, even with the ABS system.

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Tyre pressure monitoring system (optional)

The vehicle is equipped with a system that monitors the tyre pressure by means of special sensors that are secured inside the wheel rims, in position with the inflation valve. These sensors transmit a signal that is detected by the aerials fastened on the car body, behind the gravel guards, and connected to the ECU.

WARNING: The system can momentarily experience radio-electric interference emitted by devices using similar frequencies.

The ECU processes this information and, via the CAN line, transmits a series of tyre pressure data and system errors, if any, to the on-board instrument panel. The signal transmitted by the ECU activates some ideograms on the display.

The system is equipped with a specific wiring that connects the aerials, the control unit and the calibration button to the vehicle's electrical system.

The system warns the driver that there is a drop in tyre

pressure. This warning does not exempt the driver from periodically checking the tyres and from complying with the prescribed tyre pressure levels.

WARNING: The system stores the tyre pressures as a reference rate, therefore tyres must be inflated to the prescribed pressure.

System calibration

After replacing or inflating one or more tyres, the system must be calibrated once again. To calibrate the system, with the key in the MAR position and the engine off, keep button A, located on the inside roof, pressed down for a time ranging between 4 and 10 seconds. The system takes a maximum of 20 minutes to complete the calibration procedure with the vehicle in motion. A green symbol will appear on the display together with the message “Calibration activated”. If the user recalls the information page showing the pressure levels of each tyre, dashes “–.–” will be viewed in the place of the values.

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Viewing messages on the display

By pressing the specific "Mode" button B, (see page 77), the user can access the information page showing the pressure values for each tyre.

When indication by event occurs, the malfunction is viewed in the place of the information on tyre pressure levels. The malfunction is displayed for a time equal to its entire display cycle. When the display cycle ends, the tyre pressure screen page becomes available again and the multi-function symbol indicating the malfunction is displayed in the specific area until the malfunction is rectified.

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Normal conditions

By pressing the specific button for quick information display ("Mode" button pressed briefly), the user can access the information page (screen page 1), which displays the pressure levels for each tyre.

1 2 3

Low pressure

When the instrument panel receives a message from the tyre pressure ECU indicating that one or more tyres have pressure levels below the control threshold, screen page 2 is displayed for 10 seconds, after which the system will display the screen page previously active. When the key is subsequently turned back to ON or when the MODE button is pressed, if the malfunction persists the display will show screen page 2 once again.

The system may not know what wheel is originating the malfunction indication and therefore is not capable of indicating the wheel involved. In this case, screen page 3 will be displayed for 10 seconds. The display sequence follows the usual logic of the malfunction previously described.

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Tyre punctures

When the instrument panel receives a signal from the tyre pressure ECU indicating that the pressure level of one or more tyres is below the alarm threshold, the warning light will permanently illuminate on the instrument panel and screen pages 4

will alternate on the display for 20 seconds. Every time the key is subsequently turned back to ON, if the malfunction persists the display will show screen pages 4 for 20 seconds. These screen pages will be displayed until the situation is corrected and the system is calibrated again as required by the system.

4 5 6

The system may not know what wheel is originating the malfunction indication and therefore is not capable of indicating the wheel involved. As a consequence, in addition to the warning light permanently illuminated on the instrument panel, the display will show screen page 5. The display strategy of this screen page follows the same logic applied for screen page 4 previously described.

“Run Flat” tyre puncture

If the vehicle is equipped with Run Flat tyres, in the event of a tyre puncture, the relative warning light comes on and the pages 6 are alternately displayed for 10 seconds. At the end of the display cycle, the system will show the previously active page with the symbol positioned in area G of the display (see page 76). The warning light on the instrument panel remains on. The system calculates the residual tyre life in km and repeats the display cycle every 30 km of driving up to a maximum of 120 km.

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During the "tyre punctured" condition, if more than 120 km are travelled or if the vehicle speed exceeds 80 km/h, the pages 7 or 8, respectively, are displayed. At the end of the tyre life, the display logic follows the procedure for normal tyres.

7 8 9

If another tyre is punctured, the system calculates (without displaying it) the updated value of the km that can still be driven, depending on the distance covered from the previous puncture, and displays the pages 9 alternately.

If the driver presses the MODE button with the "Escape" function during the "tyre punctured" condition, but not in

maximum speed conditions and with the tyres still in a condition to continue driving , the summary symbol

will be displayed in the dedicated warning light area until the correct condition is restored and after subsequent calibration requested by the system.

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It may occur that the system does not know which wheel is signalling the fault and it is hence unable to display it: page 10 will be displayed for 10 seconds.The system calculates the residual tyre life and repeats the display cycle every 30 km of driving up to a maximum of 120 km and also controls the conditions of exceeding

the maximum km travelled or exceeding the speed limit.

10 11

System not calibrated

System not calibrated If the system has not been calibrated or following a tyre replacement, the warning light will flash on the instrument panel for 90 seconds, and the display will show screen page 11. Subsequently, the screen page previously active is displayed once again and the warning light on the instrument panel illuminates permanently. The system can be calibrated by means of the specific button (see page 47). The information page that shows the pressure value for each tyre cannot be recalled.

Tyre pressure monitoring system failure

Tyre pressure monitoring system failure Screen page 12 is displayed in the following cases:

– malfunction in the ECU system/

wiring

– no signal reception by one or more

sensors due to malfunctioning,

broken or flat battery – ECU malfunction. The display procedure follows the

usual logic of malfunctions. Therefore, after 10 seconds, the display will show the screen page that was active before the malfunction occurred.

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In addition to screen page 12 the warning light which is permanently illuminated on the instrument panel, will flash for 90 seconds, after which it will remain permanently on until the situation is corrected. The information page that shows the pressure value for each tyre cannot be recalled.

System temporarily not active

When one of the following conditions occurs:

– ooutside transmitter (frequency

interferences); – oexcessive temperature – oduring the first calibration

procedure screen page 13 is displayed.

In addition, the warning light which is permanently illuminated on the instrument panel, will flash for 90 seconds, after which it will remain permanently on until the situation is corrected. The information page that shows the pressure value for each tyre cannot be recalled.

System not active

After the key is turned on, in the case that the system has been deactivated by means of the diagnostic tester, screen page 14 will be displayed. In addition, the warning light which is permanently illuminated on the instrument panel, will flash for 90 seconds, after which it will remain permanently on until the situation is corrected. The information page that shows the pressure value for each tyre cannot be recalled.

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Parking sensors

To assist the driver during parking manoeuvres, the vehicle may come equipped with four sensors housed in the rear bumper and four sensors in the front bumper (optionals in the latter case).

During parking manoeuvres, the parking sensors provide the driver with information on the distance between obstacles found behind and in front of the vehicle. The information about the obstacle distance is given to the driver by means of a acoustic and visual signals. The acoustic signals generated by the system add to the driver’s field of vision, allowing him to avoid hitting any obstacles during manoeuvres.

However, the driver remains responsible during parking

manoeuvres and in other potentially dangerous situations. The system has actually been designed only as a supplementary aid during parking manoeuvres, since it allows the driver to detect obstacles outside his field of vision.

The front and rear parking sensors are automatically activated when the key is turned to MAR, when reversing.

If the vehicle is also equipped with front sensors, these may be activated by pressing button A; When the front sensors are active, the button illuminates with an amber colour. To deactivate the front sensors, press button A once again. When reverse gear is disengaged, all the sensors remain active. The rear sensors remain active for about 10 seconds or until a speed of approx. 10 Km/h (6 mph) is exceeded. The front sensors remain active until a speed of about 10 Km/h (6 mph) is exceeded.

When the rear or front sensors are activated, an acoustic signal (beep) warns the driver that the system is active. When the sensors are activated, the system begins to beep as soon as an obstacle is detected, and the tone

frequency increases as the vehicle approaches the obstacle. The acoustic signals are emitted by two buzzers, one under the dashboard (if the vehicle is equipped with front sensors) and one in proximity of the luggage shelf (if the vehicle is equipped with rear sensors). When the obstacle is located at a distance of less than 35 cm from the bumper, the beep is continuous. The warning beep stops immediately if the distance between the vehicle and the obstacle increases. The tone cycle is constant if the distance measured by the central sensors remains unaltered, while if this occurs with the lateral sensors, the signal stops after approximately 7 seconds, to prevent for example continuous beeps in the event of manoeuvres alongside walls.

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The distance from the obstacles can also be graphically shown on the instrument panel display by means of an image that shows the vehicle surrounded by explanatory symbols of the distance (maximum/average/ minimum) and the position (front/rear/ central/side) of the obstacle detected. The colour represents the distance, while the field represents the position. The green colour represents the maximum distance detected, the yellow colour the medium distance and the red colour the minimum one. If the vehicle is equipped only with rear sensors, the front sensors are not shown in the image. If the vehicle is equipped with front and rear sensors, the rear sensors are not shown in the image if only the front sensors are active.

Stop & Go function

The vehicle is equipped with a Stop & Go function that can be activated through the Multi Media System. The Stop & Go function can be enabled/ disabled by accessing the “Configuration” menu, selecting the “Define vehicle parameters” option, then the Stop & Go parking option and setting it to “Activation”. With the Stop & Go function active, the front sensors will automatically be activated in all conditions where the vehicle speed goes below 8 Km/h (5 mph).

WARNING: The Stop & Go function is only available if the vehicle is equipped with front parking sensors.

For the system to operate correctly the sensors

positioned on the bumper must be kept clean (remove any mud, dirt, snow or ice).

Cleaning the 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 with car shampoo added. In car-washes which use steam jet or high pressure cleaning machines, keep the nozzle at least 10 cm away from the sensors. Should you need to repaint the bumper or in case of paint touch-ups in the sensor area, please contact exclusively the Maserati Service Network. Incorrect paint application could affect the parking sensor operation.

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Sensor range

The sensors allow the system to monitor the front and rear of the vehicle; they are positioned so as to monitor the central and lateral zones at the front and at the rear of the vehicle.

In the event of an obstacle located in a central area, this will be detected at distances of less than 0.9 m at the front and 1.50 m at the rear, depending on the type of obstacle and its dimensions. If the obstacle is located in a lateral position, it will be detected at distances of less than 0.6 m (2 feet).

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Failure indicators

The system ECU checks all the components every time reverse gear is engaged. In the event that the parking sensors fail, the relative warning light illuminates on the display, accompanied by the message "Parking help unavailable". In the event of a failure signal, stop the vehicle and turn the ignition key to Stop. Then try cleaning the sensors or moving the vehicle away from any possible ultrasound sources (e.g. pneumatic truck brakes or pneumatic hammers) and rotate the ignition key to the MAR position. This way, if the cause of the operating fault has been removed, the system will start functioning again automatically and the failure buzzer will stop. If however, the failure beep continues, contact the Maserati Service Network to have the system checked.

During parking manoeuvres,

always be extremely careful

with obstacles that might be located above or below the sensors. In fact, in certain circumstances, objects located near the rear of the vehicle are not detected by the system and therefore could damage the vehicle or be damaged themselves.

The signals transmitted by the

sensors can also be altered by

damage to the sensors or by dirt, snow or ice on the latter or even by ultrasound systems (e.g. pneumatic truck brakes or pneumatic hammers) in the vicinity.

The driver is fully responsible for parking and other

potentially dangerous manoeuvres. During these manoeuvres, always make sure there are no people (especially children) or animals in the manoeuvring area. The parking sensors must be considered an aid for the driver who, in any case, must never take less care during potentially dangerous manoeuvres, even at low speeds.

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Fuel cut-out inertia switch

The vehicle is equipped with a safety switch which intervenes in the event of a collision, cutting off the fuel supply and consequently causing the engine to stop. It also prevents fuel leaks if the fuel lines are damaged during the

accident. Activation of the safety switch is signalled by the illumination of the warning light on the display. The switch is positioned underneath the front left-hand seat.

After impact, if you smell fuel or note any leakage from the

fuel supply system, do not reactivate the switch in order to avoid fire risks.

The activation of the inertia switch results in all the doors and the luggage compartment unlocking and in the internal dome lamp and the four direction indicators switching on.

Resetting the switch

Turn the ignition key to the STOP position. Check that there is no leakage from the fuel system. If no leaks are found, reset the inertia switch which stops the fuel pump operation, by pressing button A on the switch. Turn the ignition key to the MAR position, wait a few seconds and then move it to the ACC position. Check that the warning light on the display is off. Check once again that there are no fuel leaks.

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Instruments and controls

Dashboard 62 Instrument panel 68 Indicators and warning lights 69 Instruments and gauges 75 Controls 81 Internal outfits 87

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Dashboard

1 2

35 34

33 32 31 30 2829 27 27 26 2124

Dashboard

3 4 5 76 8 9 10 11 12 13 10

14 15 16 17

3 2 1

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1) Air conditioning and heating system vents

2) Side windows vents

3) Speaker

4) Cruise Control, Direction indicators

control lever

5) Instrument panel

6) Driver’s airbag and horn

7) Windscreen/headlight wiper/washer

control lever

8) Controls to the right of the steering wheel

9) Side buttons, to the left of the Multi Media System Display

10) Central air-conditioning and heating system vents

11) Upper air conditioning and heating system vent

12) Sun radiation sensor

13) Clock

14) Side buttons, to the right of the

Multi Media System Display

15) Glove compartment opening button

16) Glove compartment

17) Passenger’s airbag

18) Multi Media System Display

19) Multi Media System Controls

20) Air conditioning and heating

system controls

21) Hazard button

22) Automatic gearshift lever

23) Ashtray with cigarette lighter

24) Electric handbrake engagement/

disengagement lever

25) Gear display

26) Ignition/steering lock switch

27) Multi Media System Controls

repeated on the steering wheel

28) CD-changer compartment

29) Steering wheel height and depth

adjustment control

30) Glove compartment

31) Engine compartment lid opening

lever

32) Controls to the left of the steering wheel

33) Controls on driver's door

34) External rear-view mirror controls

35) Internal door opening handle

36) Roof controls

37) Front dome lamp

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Ref. 8 Controls to the right of the steering wheel

A-AudioPilot

Sensor (see page 148)

B-Instrument panel brightness

increase

C-Instrument panel brightness

decrease

D-Trip MODE button and odometer

reset.

Ref. 9 and 14 Side buttons on the Multi Media System display

A-SPORT mode button B-LOW-GRIP (ICE) mode button C-PARK OFF function button (see

page 181)

D-MSP system deactivation button E-Door lock/unlock button F-Sunshade raising/lowering button.

Ref. 27 Multi Media System Controls repeated on the steering wheel

A-Increases the sound system volume. B-Decreases the sound system

volume.

C-Voice control function activation/

deactivation. Navigator Mode: Enables the guiding voice during the trip guidance and also displays information pertaining to the guidance session.

D - Button pressed briefly

Telephone mode activation. Send telephone call. Accept incoming call. End telephone call in progress.

Button pressed at length

Reject incoming telephone call.

Dashboard

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E - Button pressed briefly

Radio mode: Search for the first tuneable station with higher frequency; CD, Jukebox and USB mode: next track selection.

Button pressed at length

CD audio mode: track fast forward.

F - Button pressed briefly

Radio mode: Search for the first tuneable station with lower frequency; CD, Jukebox and USB mode: goes to previous track if selected within the first 3 seconds of track playing, otherwise the track is played again from the beginning.

Button pressed at length

CD audio mode: track fast rewind

G-Mode selection: radio, CD or

Jukebox.

H-Mute function on/off.

I-Radio mode: radio frequency shift

to the next station in preset steps, starting from the station currently tuned. CD, MP3, Jukebox and USB mode: selects next folder. Menu: scrolls through the menus.

J-Radio mode: radio frequency shift

to the previous station in fixed steps, starting from the station currently tuned. CD, MP3, Jukebox and USB mode: selects the previous folder. Menu: scrolls through the menus.

K-Confirms the function, item or

value selected.

Ref. 29 Steering wheel height and depth adjustment control

Dashboard

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Ref. 32 Controls to the left of the steering wheel

A-Light switch B-Fuel tank flap opening button C-Luggage compartment lid opening

button

D-Rear central headrest tilting button E-Front parking sensors activation.

Ref. 33 Controls on driver's door

A-Rear power window lock/unlock

control

B-Easy entry/exit system deactivation

device

C-Rear left-hand power window

control

D-Rear right-hand power window

control

E-Front left-hand power window

control

F-Front right-hand power window

control

G-External rear-view mirror control

E GC

Rear tunnel controls

A-Door lock/unlock buttons B-Sunshade raising/lowering buttons

A B C D E

FDB

Dashboard

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Rear vents

A-Central vents on tunnel B-Side vents on pillars

Ref. 36 Roof controls

A-Alarm system anti-lift feature cut-

out

B-Alarm system motion sensors cut-

out

C-Telephone handsfree microphone D-Tyre pressure calibration control E-Passenger's airbag deactivation

warning light.

A B

D E

Ref. 37 Controls on front dome lamp fixture

F-LH side light switch G-Central light switch H-RH side light switch.

F G

Dashboard

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Instrument panel

1) Fuel level gauge and low fuel

warning light

2) Tachometer

1 2 3 4 5

3) Display

4) Rev. Counter

5) Coolant temperature gauge and

high temperature warning light

Instrument panel

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Indicators and warning lights

Rear fog lights

When the rear fog lights are turned on.

Fog lights

When the high beams are turned on.

Position lights/low beams

This switches on when the position lights, low beams or parking lights are turned on.

High beams

When the high beams are

turned on or flashing.

Parking lights

With the key removed, this

indicates the parking lights are turned on.

Alternator failure

If there is a fault in the

recharging system. When the battery is insufficiently charged or overcharged (flashing).

Engine diagnosis system

failure (EOBD) (*)

Under normal conditions, this warning light should switch on when the ignition key is turned to the MAR position and switch off as soon as the engine is started. This will show that the warning light is working properly. If the warning light remains on or switches on while driving, it indicates that there is a failure in the fuel supply/ ignition and emission control systems. The failure could cause high exhaust emissions, loss of performance, poor vehicle handling and high consumption levels. In these conditions you can proceed slowly without demanding engine performance or high speeds. Prolonged use of the vehicle when the warning light is on can cause damages. For this reason, you should contact the Maserati Service Network as soon as possible. The warning light will go out if the problem disappears. The error will be stored by the system in any case.

WARNING: When the ignition key is turned to the MAR position, if the warning light does not switch on or if it switches on while driving, contact the Maserati Service Network as soon as possible.

Automatic Gearbox failure (*)

Depending on the message

displayed it signals: – Gearbox failure. If the failure permits, slowly drive to

the nearest Maserati Service Centre. – Gearbox oil temperature too high. In this case, slow down until the

temperature goes down to the normal values for use (the warning light goes off), see page 162.

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Low oil pressure (*)

Under normal conditions, the

warning light should illuminate when the ignition key is turned to MAR and should go off as soon as the engine is started. If the warning light remains on or illuminates while driving, this indicates a too low engine oil pressure. In this case, turn the engine off immediately and carry out the necessary checks.

If the problem persists, contact the Maserati Service Network. If it flashes, it indicates a failure of the engine oil pressure sensor.

Tyre pressure (*)

This warning light is

connected to the tyre pressure monitoring system. In normal conditions, the warning light should illuminate when the ignition key is turned to MAR and should go off as soon as the engine is started. If the warning light remains on or illuminates while driving, it indicates a too low inflation pressure of one or more tyres.

Low brake fluid warning light (*)

It illuminates when the brake fluid level goes below the minimum level. If accompanied by a specific message, it indicates an EBD system failure. In this case, do not apply the brakes suddenly, since this may cause an early locking of the rear wheels. Drive with the greatest care and have the system immediately checked by the nearest Centre of the Maserati Service

Network.

If the warning light comes on while driving, check the brake

fluid level immediately. If the fluid level is below the minimum level there could be a leakage in the circuit: in this case, contact the Maserati Service Network before continuing your trip.

Defective ABS system (*)

It illuminates when the ABS

system is not functioning. The normal braking system remains operational, but it is advisable to contact the Maserati Service Network as soon as possible.

Seat belts (*)

This switches on when the driver's seat belt is not

fastened or fastened improperly.

Airbag/pre-tensioner failure (*)

This indicates that the pretensioner and/or airbag system is/are inefficient.

Turning the key to MAR, the light comes on but it should go out after a few seconds

with the engine running.

If the warning light stays on or if it does not come on, or if

it comes on while driving, stop immediately and consult the Maserati Service Network.

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Passenger’s airbag deactivated

This warning light switches on when the passenger’s airbag is deactivated.

Maserati CODE (*)

The warning light illuminates

when the vehicle protection system is faulty.

Brake pads worn (*)

This illuminates when the

brake pads have reached their wear limit. Contact the the Maserati Service

Network.

Handbrake engaged

The warning light comes on

when the handbrake is operated.

Parking brake failure (*)

Depending on the message displayed, it signals the

following EPB system failures: – Parking brake failure. slowly drive to the nearest Centre of

the Maserati Service Network and remember that the electric parking brake is not functioning. If the brake failure is accompanied by the message "EPB failure only manual unlock allowed: see handbook", the manual emergency deactivation procedure must be performed to release the parking brake (see page 181).

– Excessive temperature. If the vehicle has been stationary (key

to STOP) for about 15 minutes without using the parking brake, and the warning light illuminates again after restarting the engine, slowly drive to the nearest Centre of the Maserati Service Network.

– Parking brake system overhaul The EPB system must be serviced and

maintained only by the Maserati Service Network if any system malfunctions need to be corrected.

MSP system failure (*)

It indicates a malfunction or

the deactivation of the MSP system. When flashing, it indicates that the MSP system has activated.

Right-hand direction

indicators

This lights up when the righthand direction indicators or the hazard lights are turned on.

Left-hand direction

indicators

This lights up when the lefthand direction indicators or the hazard lights are turned on.

(*) Viewed on the display as well

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Warning lights on the display

Inertia switch, fuel cut-out enabled

This switches on when a collision triggers the inertia switch, thus cutting off the fuel supply.

After impact, if fuel is smelt or leakage is noted from the fuel

system, do not reactivate the switch in order to prevent the risk of fire.

Windscreen washer fluid

This signals a low level of washer fluid in the

windscreen washer tank.

Cruise Control

This indicates that the constant speed regulator,

Cruise Control, is active.

Lights failure

It illuminates in the case of a

system failure or if the position, direction indicator, rear fog and number plate lights are blown.

Indicators and warning lights

Stop lights failure

This switches on in the case of a system failure or burning-

out of the stop lights bulb.

Twilight sensor failure

This switches on in the case of a failure of the twilight

sensor.

Catalyst temperature too high

This warning light comes on if the engine runs irregularly with consequent high temperature in the exhaust system.

IF THE WARNING LIGHT IS ACCOMPANIED BY THE

MESSAGE “HIGH CATALYSTS TEMPERATURE SLOW DOWN”: the temperature of the catalytic converters is too high. The driver must slow down immediately until the warning light turns off.

IF THE MESSAGE “EXCESSIVE

CATALYSTS TEMPERATURE DO

NOT DRIVE ON” APPEARS AFTER DECELERATING: the temperature in the catalytic converters has reached a dangerous level and the catalytic converters

could be damaged. Drive slowly to the nearest workshop.

If the light turns on permanently 3 times the

engine will stop. It will be possible to restart the vehicle only with a key-off / key-on cycle. Then slowly drive to the nearest service center.

Maserati declines all

responsibility for whatever

damage deriving from non compliance with the above mentioned warnings.

Power steering failure

This indicates a fault in the

power steering system. Drive slowly to the nearest Maserati Service Centre, watching out for the stiffened steering.

Low engine oil level

Indicates that the engine oil

level is low; to check it see page 243.

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Excessive coolant temperature

Combined with the "Coolant thermometer", it illuminates together with the warning light on the instrument panel and indicates an excessive temperature of the coolant. In this condition, stop the vehicle and have the cooling system checked by the Maserati Service Network.

Adaptive Light Control

system failure

It indicates a failure of the automatic headlight aiming system.

ASR system failure

It indicates that the ASR

system is faulty. In the event of a failure, contact the

Maserati Service Network.

Rain sensor failure

This indicates that the rain sensor is faulty.

Parking sensors failure

This indicates a failure in the parking sensors system.

Shock absorber failure

When driving, it indicates a malfunction in the suspension

system.

Finger-trap prevention system failure

This indicates a failure in the windows’ finger-trap 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.

Vehicle protection systems

It illuminates when the system detects one of the following malfunctions:

– Alarm system not available. – Electronic key not detected – Have the vehicle protection system

checked – Vehicle break-in detected. – Electronic key not recognised.

Doors and lids open

This indicates that the doors

or lids are open or improperly closed: the part not closed is highlighted in red.

WARNING: Before driving off, close any doors and lids that are either open or not properly closed.

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Ice hazard

This switches on when the

outside temperature is 3 °C (37 °F) or lower, in order to indicate the risk of icy roadbed. Under such conditions, drive carefully and slow down as the grip of the tyres will prove to be markedly reduced.

Do not activate the "SPORT" mode in this situation.

Scheduled maintenance

Depending on the

accompanying message, this indicates that service schedule deadlines are either approaching or due on that day. Upon reaching a deadline, contact the

Maserati Service Network.

Automatic gearbox

AUTO

automatic gearbox feature is active.

setting

This indicates that the

Vehicle “SPORT” setting

When the button that sets the vehicle to the "SPORT"

mode is pressed.

WARNING: The "SPORT" mode changes the vehicle driving features.

WARNING: SPORT mode should not be activated if the road surface is in rough or slippery.

WARNING: In low- and medium-grip conditions (e.g., rain, snow, ice, sand, etc.) it is advisable not to activate SPORT mode, even with the MSP enabled.

"Low grip" function

ICE

This indicates that the low grip function is active

EPB automatic operation disabled

It indicates that the EPB automatic activation/deactivation function is disabled.

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Instruments and gauges

Fuel level gauge (1)

The lighting up of the warning light inside the gauge indicates that there are approx. 18 litres (4 UK gal) of fuel in the tank.

Tachometer (2)

It indicates the vehicle speed. The gauge starts providing data when 4 Km/h (2.5 mph) are exceeded.

Rev. Counter (4)

It indicates the engine's r.p.m. Correct driving allows the driver to exploit the engine performance fully, without the need of over-revving.

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Coolant temperature gauge (5)

It indicates the temperature of the coolant. If the needle indicates high temperatures and at the same time the warning light switches on, stop the vehicle immediately and have the cooling system checked by the

Maserati Service Network.

Display (3)

Incorporated in the instrument panel, it performs the following functions:

– it provides general information

while driving;

– it signals of any failures and

warnings;

The user can interact with the system by setting the parameters for the information that can be recalled. The screen page displayed following the initial check cycle, in normal working conditions, (standard screen page) contains the following information:

A-Date B-Time C-Gear engaged D-Driving mode

B H

E-Total odometer, F-Trip odometer A, B or vehicle speed

repetition.

G-Other symbols that may be

displayed in icon form H-Outside temperature From the set-up menu in the Multi

Media System, the user can also choose to have the information displayed for the Audio and Navigator repeated on the dashboard. For the relevant procedures and instructions, see the "Multi Media System" manual.

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Controls

MODE

The screen page activation and setting is controlled by pressing the MODE (J), “+” (K) and “-” (L) buttons. Pressing the MODE button briefly will switch to the following screens in sequence:

–Trip A –Trip B –Tyre pressure – Left-hand front seat comfort (*) – Right-hand front seat comforto (*) – Option Selection –RPM indicator –Standard.

(*) if the vehicle is equipped with “Comfort Pack” or “Winter Pack”.

Each of these has a 10-second timing, after which the non-flashing information previously viewed is restored.

Pressing the MODE button at length (over 2 seconds) the user will select the Trip Odometer information currently displayed, or the Trip Odometer A if the tachometric repetition is active. This piece of information will flash for 10 seconds, after which the nonflashing information previously viewed is restored.

“+ “ and “-”

By means of the “+ “(K) and “-” (L) buttons, the user can adjust the instrument panel brightness. When the "Option Selection" screen page is viewed, these buttons can be used to select, choosing between Trip Odometer A and Trip Odometer B, the information to be repeated on the display. In fact, by selecting , Odo A or Odo B, with the MODE (J) button and then pressing buttons “+ “ and “-”, the user will display the trip information selected (flashing) alternately.

Trip Odometer reset

In all these cases, and before the 10 seconds are up, pressing the MODE (J) button briefly (less than 2 seconds) will result in the trip information relating to the flashing Odometer (A or B) being reset.

Setting the date

The date can be set by means of the set up menu of the Multi Media System (see Multi Media System Manual).

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TRIP screen page

The Trip screen page is recalled by pressing the MODE (J) button. Each TRIP screen page (A or B) is timed, i.e. it is displayed for a maximum of 10 seconds, after which the screen previously active is restored. When the TRIP A or TRIP B feature is active, the following information is viewed on the display:

– travelled distance (km - miles)

– average fuel consumption (km/L –

mpg)

– average travelling speed (km/h -

mph) – trip time (hh:mm) – fuel range (km - miles) The unit of measurement can be set

through the set up menu of the Multi Media System.

Tyre pressure screen page

If the vehicle is equipped with the tyre pressure monitoring system (optional), pressing the MODE (J) button the user will display information about the "Tyre Pressure". This screen page is displayed for 10 seconds and, in normal conditions, it will appear as shown in figure 1

– furthermore, the system

acknowledges the following conditions:

– system temporarily not active (es.

external radio interference)

– system not calibrated (e.g. tyre

replaced) – system failure – system not active (if it is disabled by

the diagnostics system)

– low pressure or puncture in front LH,

front RH tyres or rear LH and rear RH tyres

– low pressure or puncture in

unidentified tyre.

The system can be calibrated by pressing button M, on the front dome light fixture. The initialisation of the procedure is indicated on the display by the message “Calibration activated”. For more information, please see the “Tyre pressure monitoring system” chapter on page 47.

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Comfort screen page

If the vehicle is equipped with either the “Winter Pack” or the “Comfort Pack” on the front seats, repeatedly press the MODE button to display the screen pages showing the system operating mode for each individual seat. If the vehicle is equipped with “Winter Pack”, the following seat information is shown:

N-Seat indication; O-Heating level.

If the vehicle is equipped with “Comfort Pack”, the following seat information is shown:

N-Seat indication; O-Heating level;

P-Ventilation level;

Q-Massage system activation/

deactivation;

R-Self-adaptive system activation/

deactivation.

In both cases, the screen pages are

displayed for 10 seconds and appear as

shown in Figures 2 and 3.

Option Selection Screen Page

Briefly press the MODE button to display the screen page and select the desired value among the following ones:

– TRIP A distance; – TRIP B distance; – Current speed repetition, – Passenger compartment

temperature on the driver’s side;

which will be displayed in area F (see page 76), within the standard screen page. The screen page, shown in Fig. 4, remains displayed for 10 seconds. The options listed can be selected by pressing the “+” and “-“ buttons and are confirmed by briefly pressing the MODE button or simply not performing any operation for 10 seconds.

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RPM indicator screen page

The "RPM Indicator" screen page allows the user to display, within the standard screen page, also a virtual RPM gauge. The screen page can be recalled by pressing the MODE button repeatedly, and the options available, which can be selected by pressing the buttons + and -, are the following:

– ON (display enabled);

– OFF (display disabled). This function is activated if the user

presses the MODE button to confirm this option.

If the Audio or Navigation data repetition option is active on the Multi Media System, when the user sets the virtual RPM indicator this setting shall be ignored until the repetition function is disabled (see page 84 of the Multi Media System manual).

Multi Media System configuration menu

By accessing the Configuration mode, the user can set-up the vehicle features. The parameters that can be set are the following:

– Display configuration

• select the colour (choosing between day/night mode or automatic setting)

• adjust the brightness

-Sound

• voice control volume

• speech synthesis setting

– Language selection (Italian, English,

Spanish, German, French, Dutch, American)

– Define vehicle parameters

• speed limit

• instrument panel buzzer volume

• door and luggage compartment locking

• info repetition on instrument panel

• Stop & Go parking sensors

• easy Entry

• day lights.

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Controls

Horn

Pressing the horn symbol A, the horn is activated.

Hazard warning lights

Press button B to turn on the hazard warning lights. Their operation is independent of the ignition key position. Press the button again to turn them off. When these lights are on, the direction indicators, the related warning lights on the instrument panel and the button are flashing.

WARNING: When the hazard warning lights are activated, the direction indicators control is disabled.

Controls to the left of the steering wheel

Front fog lights

Press button C to switch on the front fog lights. They only work with the position lights or low beams on. The LED on the button switches on when the lights are on.

Rear fog lights

Press button D to switch on the rear fog lights. They only work with the front fog lights or low beams on. The LED on the pushbutton switches on when the lights are on.

Do not use the rear fog lights in normal visibility conditions to avoid dazzling vehicles

behind.

C D

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Opening the luggage compartment

Press button E to open the luggage compartment lid. This can be operated only with the ignition key removed or turned to

STOP and ACC.

Opening the fuel tank flap

Press button F to open the fuel tank flap on the rear right-hand side of the vehicle. This button can be operated only when the ignition key is removed or in the STOP position.

Rear central headrest tilting

Press button G to tilt the rear central headrest. The headrest can be then repositioned manually.

Before doing so, always check that the passengers are not

exposed to the risk of injury both by the moving headrest and by personal objects that could be hit by it.

Controls

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Activating the front parking sensors

The front parking sensors can be deactivated by pressing button H. When these sensors are cut-out, the LED on the button turns on. To reactivate the sensors, press button H again.

Controls to the right of the steering wheel

Instrument panel display controls (see page 77).

Setting the instruments and gauges' brightness

With the external lights turned on, press button J or K to increase or decrease the brightness for the instruments and gauges.

Mode

Pressing button L will select the screen pages to be viewed on the instrument panel display.

AudioPilot® Sensor

The sensor M detects the surrounding noise and consequently adjusts the stereo equalizer (see page 148).

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Side buttons on the Multi Media System display

Lock set release and locking

Buttons N and O, on the front and rear dashboards, control the locking and unlocking of the lock sets respectively.

Sunshade movement

Press button P to raise the sunshade and button Q to lower it. The buttons are found both on the front and on the rear dashboard.

WARNING: If the sunshade guide needs to be cleaned with solvents, it must then be greased in the area where the sunshade slides using Teflon based grease.

WARNING: If, within a time period of 25 seconds, the sunshades are raised and lowered at least 4 times, the relative control will disable them for 30 seconds. Before disabling the sunshade, the system will complete the movement in progress. The last movement accepted will be opposite to the starting movement.

SPORT mode

Press button R to select SPORT mode, which activates "Automatic Gearbox" and sets the suspension and traction control for sports-style driving. Please notice that selecting the SPORT mode will decrease driving comfort markedly. This will be perceived above all in the city traffic and on uneven road surfaces.

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Low grip

This mode can be used on particularly slippery road surfaces (e.g., rain, snow, ice). To activate/deactivate this mode, press button S. When the function is active, the word ICE lights up on the display.

PARK OFF

This function allows the user to deactivate automatic engagement of the electric parking brake (EPB) (see page 181). Press the button T to deactivate/reactivate the function.

MSP System

The MSP system activates automatically every time the engine is started. It is possible to disconnect or reconnect the system while driving by pressing button U. To avoid deactivating the system inadvertently, the button must be pressed for about 2 seconds to turn the MSP system off. When the system is deactivated, the amber warning light on the instrument panel lights up.

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Roof controls

Deactivating the alarm system motion sensors

Pressing button V will deactivate the alarm motion sensing system. When this function is deactivated, the LED on the button will flash for 3 seconds and then will turn off.

Deactivating the anti-lift alarm system

Pressing button W will deactivate the

anti-lift alarm system. When this function is deactivated, the led on the button will flash for 3 seconds and then turn off.

Tyre calibration button

To calibrate the system, with the ignition key in position MAR, press button X for a time ranging from 4 to 10 seconds. The system will take a maximum of 20 minutes to complete the calibration procedure with the vehicle in motion. The detected situation will then be shown on the display. For further information, see the “Tyre pressure monitoring system” on page 47.

W V X

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Sunroof (optional)

The sunroof is electrically controlled and can only be operated with the ignition key in the MAR position. It can slide lengthways and be raised at the rear (tilting). The sunroof is equipped with a fingertrap prevention system that controls lengthways sliding when the roof is being closed or tilted. If an obstacle interferes with the roof travel during the closing stage, the sunroof stops and reverses its travel a short way back.

WARNING: In the event of rain, always close the sunroof to prevent water infiltrations from staining the fabric/ leather upholstery.

Improper use of the sunroof can however be dangerous,

even if the finger-trap prevention system is fitted. Before and during the sunroof operation, always make sure that passengers are not exposed to the risk of injuries caused both by the moving roof and by personal objects dragged or hit by the sunroof itself. When you exit the vehicle, always remove the ignition key to avoid that the sunroof if operated inadvertently, becomes a danger for passengers remaining onboard.

WARNING: Do not open the sunroof if there is ice on it: risk of damage.

Opening and closing

The selector switch A controls all the roof's movements. There are 6 positions to open the sliding roof lengthways and 3 three positions for the tilted opening. When the selector switch position has been chosen, the sunroof moves until it stops automatically in the position chosen. Upon opening the sunroof a front flap rises automatically in order to deviate the air flow.

WARNING: If the guide needs to be cleaned with solvents, the mechanisms, Bowden cables and sliding parts, such as the water channel slide, must be then greased.

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Front dome light

button, both the central and reading lights will remain on for about 15 minutes after turning the engine off, and then will turn off. When the exterior lights are switched on, the two night LEDs D come on.

D D

Opening one or more doors, the front and rear dome lights will turn on for approx. 3 minutes. If the door is closed before this time has elapsed, the lights will switch off after about 10 seconds. Upon removing the key from the switch and activating the centralised door lock with the remote control, the dome lamps turn on for about 10 seconds. In the event of a collision causing the inertia switch to turn on, the dome lights switch on automatically for approx. 15 minutes.

Rear dome light

The dome light includes a central light and two reading lights. The central light, which turns on automatically when one of the doors is opened and turns off following the door closing (timed switching off) may be switched on manually by pressing button E. The reading lights are controlled by the respective buttons F. If they are turned on pressing the button, the reading light will remain on for about 15 minutes after turning the engine off, and then will turn off. When the exterior lights are switched on, the two night LEDs G come on.

EFG F G

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Sun visors

They can be folded to the front and to the side of the vehicle. To move the visor to the sides, lower and release it from the catch H. By lowering the visor on the passenger's side you can access the courtesy mirror with incorporated light; the latter switches on automatically (with the ignition key in the MAR position) raising the mirror protective cover. Before raising the visor, close the mirror cover.

Clock

The clock is adjusted automatically by setting the time with the Multi Media System. The clock lights up when the external lights are turned on.

Rear window sunshade

The electrical sun shade works with the ignition key in the MAR position. The switch buttons are located both on the front and on the rear dashboard.

WARNING: Before activating the sunshade, make sure that there are no objects that may interfere with its travel.

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Press button I to raise the sunshade and button J to lower it.

WARNING: If the sunshade guide needs to be cleaned with solvents, it must then be greased in the area where the sunshade slides using Teflon based grease.

WARNING: If the sunshade is moved up and down at least 4 times within a time period of 25 seconds, the system

deactivates for 30 seconds. Before deactivating the sunshade, the system will complete the movement in progress. The last movement performed will be opposite to the starting movement.

I J

Rear door sunshades (optional)

Housed on the rear doors, they roll up automatically. To pull out the sunshade, pull on the grip K and latch it into the catches L located on the top edge of the door.

Front ashtray and cigarette lighter

They are found on the central console, hidden by a cover. To open the cover, slide it forward. Pressing button M operates the cigarette lighter. After about 20 seconds this returns automatically to the initial position and is ready for use. Remove the tray in order to clean the ashtray.

WARNING: Always make sure that the cigarette lighter has been switched off.

The cigarette lighter reaches high temperatures. Handle it

carefully and do not allow children to use it: risk of fire and burns!

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Rear ashtray

It is located on the rear central console, hidden by a cover. To open the cover, hold and pull it from the protruding part. Pressing button N fully down operates the cigarette lighter. After about 20 seconds this returns automatically to the initial position and is ready for use. Remove the tray in order to clean the ashtray.

Beverage holder on centre console

It is positioned behind the gearshift lever.

Glove compartment

Positioned in the lower part of the dashboard, on the passenger side, it can be opened pressing button O. The latter only works with the ignition key turned to MAR and for about 10 minutes after having extracted the key or rotated it to the STOP position. The compartment is lit by a courtesy light when it is open.

To ensure passenger safety, the compartment must always remain closed while driving.

If the button controlled opening is faulty, the compartment can be opened by pulling the emergency cable behind the compartment itself.

WARNING: Do not place objects weighing over 10 kg (22 lb) in the glove compartment.

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Glove box

The left-hand side of the dashboard houses a tilting glove box. To open it, raise the handle P. To close it, push it into its seat until it locks.

To ensure driver safety, the compartment must always remain closed while driving.

Beverage cooler

The front armrest houses a lit beverage holder into which air is conveyed directly from the air conditioning system. To access the compartment, pull the armrest holding it from the handgrip. To activate the air-conditioning/ ventilation inside the compartment, move control Q upwards. To stop it, lower back the control.

WARNING: The temperature of the air inside the beverage cooler is the same that as that coming out from the air conditioning/heating vents, it therefore depends on the temperature set via the relative control panel.

Map pockets

The front seats are fitted with map pockets located on the rear of the seatbacks.

WARNING: Do not put heavy or sharp objects in the map pockets.

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Handholds

Usually laying in a horizontal position, the handhold R can rotate until reaching a vertical position. A return spring automatically repositions the handhold in the horizontal position. The rear handholds also include a cloth hook, S.

Tables (optional)

They are installed on the back of the front seats. Opening: lift the table T until the supporting mechanism clicks in place.

When one or more tables are open, passengers travelling in

the rear seats must fasten their seat belts as indicated on the table.

When travelling with one or

more child seats fitted on the

rear seat of the vehicle, the tables must be in the closed position.

When closing the table always

guide it down: risk of

crushing.

WARNING: As the table is not equipped with holding devices, do not place open drinks containers on the tables during the journey, as the surrounding upholstery could be stained or damaged if they fall over.

Closing: press the support bracket U to release the mechanism and then lower the table T.

When you are not using the table T, you should close it to

prevent passengers sitting in the rear seats from being hit by its edges and corners.

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HomeLink (optional)

This system allows you to control automatic gate and garage door opening devices, as well as lighting or alarm systems from inside the vehicle. It is programmable directly on the transmitting station by means of the original remote controls for the devices to be controlled, and is compatible with the existing systems. The control and programming panel is

composed of three buttons: M, N, O and a LED P.

Customer Service

If you have any problems with configuring and programming the HomeLink system or if you would like to know what devices can be connected to it, call the toll-free number 008000 466 345 65 or visit the Web site ww.eurohomelink.com

Safety Precautions

For using the HomeLink feature, follow the instructions and safety indications given in the User Manual that the manufacturer must provide together with the device to be controlled. If you do not have this manual, request it from the supplier. Before opening or closing a gate or door make sure that the procedure can be performed in thorough safety, i.e. make sure that you can see the whole range of action of the gate or door and also check that there are no persons, animals or other objects within this

range.

General information

While programming HomeLink, it is advisable to disconnect the drive motor of the gate/door to be remotecontrolled, since the numerous driving pulses launched for this operation might damage it. If the battery fails or is disconnected, the stored settings are not deleted. If the gate/door was manufactured prior to 1982 (not equipped with safety systems or automatic stop in the event of an obstacle in the range of action), the gate/door cannot be controlled by HomeLink. For more information in this regard, please contact the Customer Service.

M N O

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Configuration according to the country of use

The system is normally set to the operating mode for the country where the vehicle is sold. Procedure for selecting the country of operation:

1) Press and hold buttons M and O;

2) after approx. 20 seconds the LED P

starts flashing, indicating that all the three programmable channels have been reset

3) Hold down buttons M and O until the LED goes off (about 10 seconds) then release the buttons

4) press buttons M and O again.

5) After one second, press button N;

when it is released, the LED P starts flashing; the number of flashes shows the operating mode for the country (see the table “Countries of Operation”)

6) Press button N when reaching the number of flashes corresponding to the relative country.

At the end of the flashing cycle (4 flashes), the flashing sequence restarts from scratch.

“Countries of Operation” table

No. of LED flashes

1 Rest of Europe A, B, CZ, CY, DK, FIN, D, GBZ, GR, H, IRL,

2 France F, KWT, MC

3 United Kingdom GB, KWT, SA

4 Italy I, AUS, HKJ, AND

Programming

– press and hold buttons M and O; – after about 20 seconds, the LED P

starts flashing; – release the buttons – hold the remote control for the

device to be controlled close to the

HomeLink control panel (0-30 cm) – simultaneously press and hold the

button on the hand-held remote

control and one of the three

HomeLink buttons M, N or O; – if the programming procedure has

been successfully completed, the LED

P will flash faster; – release the buttons.

Mode Countries covered

IS, L, M, NL, N PL, DOM, P, SK, E, S, CH, FL, ZA, UAE, RCH, EST, LT, SLO, RUS, LV

To program the other buttons, repeat the operations skipping the first three steps.

Use

– When the signal of the device to be

activated reaches its operating range, press the dedicated Home Link button

–The LED P remains on while the

signal is being transmitted.

The devices controlled through the HomeLink function can always be activated using the original remote controls.

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Should the so programmed HomeLink not activate the system to be controlled, this may be due to the fact that this system is controlled by a remote control with an alternate code.

An alternate activation code can be recognised in the following ways:

– Consulting the instruction manual

provided with the device to be controlled.

– Despite the fact that the HomeLink

programming procedure has been carried out correctly, the HomeLink function does not activate the device.

– Holding the dedicated HomeLink

button pressed down, the LED briefly flashes fast and then remains on for 2 seconds; this sequence is repeated for about 20 seconds.

Programming devices controlled by alternate code

– Locate the specific setting button by

consulting the user manual of the system to be controlled. This button is normally located on the motor which drives the device.

– Press the button and, in normal

conditions, a LED will illuminate.

WARNING: Normally, after this operation you have 30 seconds to start the next one.

– Briefly press the HomeLink button

you have chosen to control the device;

– press it a second time; when it is

released the operation should be completed. For some types of motors, the button might have to be pressed a third time.

Reprogramming an individual button

If you wish to program activation of a new system on an already used HomeLink button, proceed as follows:

– press and hold the HomeLink button

selected

– after about 20 seconds, the LED P

starts flashing; hold the button down

– hold the original remote control of

the device to be controlled close to the HomeLink control panel (0-30 cm)

– press and hold the button on the

original remote control

– if the programming procedure has

been successfully completed, the LED

P will flash faster; – release both buttons. The system previously programmed on

Home Link has thus been replaced with the new programming and is ready to be used. This operation has no impact on the other HomeLink buttons.

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Deleting the programmed buttons

Unlike programming, which is performed for each individual button, all three buttons are deleted simultaneously. To delete proceed as follows:

– press and hold buttons M and O; – after about 20 seconds, the LED P

starts flashing

– release the buttons.

WARNING: It is advisable to carry out the Home Link deletion procedure when selling the vehicle.

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Before you drive

Doors 100 Power windows 104 Engine compartment lid 106 Luggage compartment 107 Fuel tank flap 108 Keys 109 Ignition switch 112 Electronic alarm system 113 Front seats 117 Rear seats 121 Rear-view mirrors 124 Steering wheel 126 External lights and direction indicators 127 Windscreen wiper/washer and headlight washers 131 Maserati Multi Media System 133 Air conditioning and heating system 141

Bose

Surround Sound 148

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Doors

Before opening a door, ensure the manoeuvre can be performed safely.

Opening doors from the outside

Switch off the alarm and the centralised locking system by pressing button A on the radio control (see charter “Electronic alarm system”, page 113) or insert and turn the key in the lock on one of the front doors. To open the door, press button C on the

inside of each handle. The vehicle is equipped with power locks which move the mechanical parts during door-opening manoeuvres.In the event of an emergency (e.g., dead battery or electric system failure) to open the doors when the locks are released, press button D for the front

and rear doors. Otherwise, if the doors are locked, you must release them by turning the key in the lock to open them, then press button D. On the front door panels, in a position which is visible from the outside, there is a dual-colour (green/red) LED E which indicates the locks’ status (locked/unlocked). The red LED lights up for 3 seconds after the locks are engaged and the green LED for the same amount of time when they are released.

WARNING: The door LEDs remain lit for approximately 3 seconds and therefore, in normal conditions, the LEDs are switched off.

D C

When the alarm system is switched on and the doors are locked, the LEDs on the doors flash. The remote control allows you to operate the centralised opening of all the doors or only the driver’s door depending on the setting in the Multi Media System. If, when the doors are closed from outside, one or more of the doors and/ or the luggage compartment lid are not properly closed, the direction indicators flash quickly for a few seconds.

WARNING: The internal door lock/ unlock buttons are disabled when the doors are locked from the outside.

WARNING: In the event that the inertia switch trips, the doors are electrically unlocked and the vehicle can be accessed by pressing button D.

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