key MASERATI GHIBLI 2019 User Guide

Unlock the Vehicle with
Key fob The RKE system allows you to unlock
the doors and the fuel filler door,
open the trunk and turn the approach
and courtesy lights on from a distance
up to approximately 33 ft (10 m). The
key fob RKE transmitter does not need
to be pointed at the vehicle to
activate the system. See “Illuminated
Entry/Exit” in this section for further
information.
NOTE:
Driving at speeds of 5 mph (8 km/h)
and above disables the system from
responding to all key fobs RKE
transmitter buttons. Unlock the Doors, Fuel Filler
Door and Trunk Press and release the unlock button
on the key fob RKE transmitter
once to unlock the driver's door or
twice within five seconds to unlock all
doors, the fuel filler door and the
trunk lid. The turn signal lights will
flash for the unlock signal recognition.
The illuminated entry/exit system will
also turn on. See “Passive Entry
System” in this section for further
information.
Unlock Driver Door/All Doors with
Remote Key 1 st
Press
This feature allows you to program
the system to unlock either the
driver's door or all doors, the fuel filler
door and the trunk lid, by the first
press of the unlock button
on the
key fob RKE transmitter. To change
the current setting, see “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”.
Lock/Unlock Doors Flash Lights
This feature will cause the flash of the
turn signal lights when the doors are
locked or unlocked with the key fob
RKE transmitter. This feature can be
turned on or turned off. To change
the current setting, see “MTC+ Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”.
Turn Headlights On with Remote key
This feature activates the headlights
for up to 90 seconds when the doors
are unlocked with the key fob RKE
transmitter. The duration can be set as
desired. To change the current setting,
see “MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”.
Locking Doors Sound Alarm This feature will cause the alarm to
activate when the doors are locked
with the key fob RKE transmitter. This
feature can be enabled or disabled. To
change the current setting, see “MTC+
Settings” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”.
Unlatch the Trunk Lid Press the button on the key fob
RKE transmitter two times within five
seconds to unlatch the manual trunk
lid.
If the vehicle is equipped with Power
Trunk Lid/Hands Free, besides
unlocking the trunk lid, the control
will fully open it.Before Starting
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See chapters “Passive Entry System”
and “Trunk Lid Operation” in this
section for further information.
Requiring and Setting
Additional Key fobs Provide your Authorized Maserati
Dealer the following when ordering
additional key fob RKE transmitters:
• all key fobs RKE transmitters in your
possession;
• a personal ID;
• the identification and registration
documents proving ownership of the
vehicle.
Setting new key fobs or re-setting the
original ones can only be performed at
an Authorized Maserati Dealer .
NOTE:
Codes of any key fob RKE transmitters
that are not present when the new
setting procedure is done will be
deleted from the memory to prevent
lost or stolen key fobs transmitters
being used to disarm the electronic
alarm system. Key fob Battery Replacement NOTE:
A low charge level of the key fob
battery will be indicated on the
instrument cluster display.
The recommended replacement
battery type is: CR2032.
To replace the battery proceed as
follows:
• Remove the emergency key as
indicated in “Keys” chapter of the
current section.
• Loosen the lateral screw that
connects the two side covers with a
torx T6 screwdriver.
• Separate the two lateral covers from
the key fob case.Before Starting
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WARNING!
California Proposition 65
Operating, servicing and maintaining
a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle
can expose you to chemicals including
such as, engine exhaust, carbon
monoxide, phthalates and lead, that
which are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing
exhaust, do not idle the engine except
as necessary, service your vehicle in a
well-ventilated area and wear gloves
or wash your hands frequently when
servicing your vehicle. For more
information go to:
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-
vehicle
• Separate both parts of the key fob
case.
•
Remove the
card with PCB (Printed
Circuit Board). • Remove the battery from its seat and
replace with a new recommended
type of battery.
ENVIRONMENTAL!
Batteries contain dangerous materials
that could harm the environment.
Please dispose of them according to
local regulations or at an Authorized
Maserati Dealer.Before Starting
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WARNING!
California Proposition 65
Operating, servicing and maintaining
a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle
can expose you to chemicals including
such as, engine exhaust, carbon
monoxide, phthalates and lead, that
which are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To
minimize exposure, avoid breathing
exhaust, do not idle the engine except
as necessary, service your vehicle in a
well-ventilated area and wear gloves
or wash your hands frequently when
servicing your vehicle. For more
information go to:
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-
vehicle
NOTE:
A
void touching the new battery with
your fingers. Skin oils may cause
battery deterioration. If you touch a
battery, clean with alcohol.
• Match the + sign on the battery to
the + sign on the inside of the
battery clip, located on the back
cover. • Replace the printed circuit board by
using the indicated pin for the
sealing of the two covers.
• Assemble the key fob case and
reassemble the two lateral covers: a
click will indicate successful sealing.
• Combine the disassembled parts with
clamping screw and reassemble the
emergency key.
Radio Frequency RKE
Transmitter - Regulatory
Information The “Regulatory Information” for all
the radio and radar frequency devices
can be consulted by accessing the
“Services” section on the website
www.maserati.com.Remote Start System This system enables the key fob RKE
transmitter to start the engine
conveniently from outside the vehicle
while still maintaining security. The
system has a range of approximately
300 ft (91 m). Obstructions between
the vehicle and the key fob may
reduce this range.
NOTE:
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
If your RKE transmitter fails to operate
from a normal distance, check for
these conditions:
• A weak battery in the RKE
transmitter. The expected life of the
battery is a minimum of three years.
• Closeness to a radio transmitter such
as a radio station tower, airport
transmitter, and some mobile or CB
radio.
• Obstructions between the vehicle
and the Key Fob.Before Starting
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How to use Remote Start All of the following conditions must
be met before the engine will remote
start:
• System not disabled from previous
remote start event.
• Vehicle theft alarm not active.
• Doors closed.
• Hood closed.
• Trunk lid closed.
• Hazard lights switched off.
• Brake pedal not pressed.
• Battery at an acceptable charge
level.
• The shift lever is in P (Park) position.
• The vehicle transmission is in
automatic mode.
• The remote start has not been
activated yet two consecutive times.
If EPB (Electric Parking Brake) is not
selected, at key-off in some conditions
the remote start system may not allow
engine to start. We suggest to set
“Auto Apply On” function through
the switch on the right-side of the
steering wheel (refer to “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instrument and Controls”). WARNING!
• Do not start or run an engine in a
closed garage or confined area.
Exhaust gas contains Carbon
Monoxide (CO) which is odorless
and colorless
• Keep key fobs RKE transmitter away
from children. Operation of the
Remote Start System, windows,
door locks or other controls could
cause serious injury or death.
Engine Remote Start Abort
Message on Instrument Cluster The following messages will display on
the instrument cluster if the vehicle
fails to remote start or exits remote
start prematurely:
• “Remote Start Canceled Door
Open”.
• “Remote Start Canceled Trunk
Open”.
• “Remote Start Canceled Fuel Low”.
• “Remote Start Canceled Time
Expired”.
• “Remote Start Disabled Start Vehicle
to Reset”. The message on the instrument cluster
stays active as long as the ignition
switch is in RUN position.
To enter Remote Start Mode Press and release the button on the
key fob RKE transmitter twice within
five seconds. The vehicle doors will
lock, position lights will flash and the
horn will ring twice (if this function is
set using the MTC+ System, refer to
“MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”). Then, the engine will start
and the vehicle will remain in the
“Remote Start” mode for a 15-minute
cycle.
WARNING!
California Proposition 65
Operating, servicing and maintaining
a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle
can expose you to chemicals including
such as, engine exhaust, carbon
monoxide, phthalates and lead, that
which are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To
minimize exposure, avoid breathing
exhaust, do not idle the engine except
as necessary, service your vehicle in a
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well-ventilated area and wear gloves
or wash your hands frequently when
servicing your vehicle. For more
information go to:
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-
vehicle
NOTE:
• In
case of an engine fault or low fuel
level, the vehicle will start and then
shut down in 10 seconds.
• The position lights will turn on and
remain lighted up during “Remote
Start” mode.
• For security reasons, power window
and power sunroof operation are
disabled when the vehicle is in the
“Remote Start” mode.
• The engine can be started two
consecutive times (two 15-minute
cycles) with the key fob RKE transmitter. However, the ignition
must be cycled to the RUN position
before you can repeat the start
sequence for a third cycle.
To exit Remote Start Mode
without Driving the Vehicle Press and release the button one
time or allow the engine to run for the
entire 15-minute cycle.
NOTE:
To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the
system will disable the one time press
of the button
for two seconds after
receiving a valid “Remote Start”
request.
To exit Remote Start Mode and
Drive the Vehicle Before the end of the 15-minute cycle,
press and release the button
on the
key fob RKE transmitter to unlock the
doors and disarm the vehicle security
alarm. Then, prior to the end of the
15-minute cycle, press and release the
START/STOP button. NOTE:
The message “Remote Start Active
Push Start Button” will display in the
instrument cluster until you push the
START/STOP button.
Auto-On Comfort with Remote
Start The driver's heated and ventilated seat
and the heated steering wheel (if
equipped) can be programmed to
come on during a remote start. Refer
to “Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start”
function in chapter “MTC+ Settings”,
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”, for further information.
Radio Frequency RKE
Transmitter - Regulatory
Information The “Regulatory Information” for all
the radio and radar frequency devices
can be consulted by accessing the
“Services” section on the website
www.maserati.com.Before Starting
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Doors Locking WARNING!
• For personal security and safety,
always lock the vehicle doors before
you drive as well as when parking
and leaving the vehicle unattended.
• When leaving the vehicle, always
remove the key fob RKE transmitter
and lock your vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a
vehicle, or with access to an
unlocked vehicle.
• Do not allow children to be in a
vehicle unattended. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally
injured. Children must not touch the
parking brake trigger, brake pedal or
the shift lever.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near
the vehicle, and do not leave
ignition switch in the ACC or RUN
mode.
Doors Manual Lock To lock each door, push the door lock
knob on each door trim panel
downward. To unlock the front doors, pull the
inside door handle to the first detent.
To unlock the rear doors, pull the door
lock knob on the door trim panel
upward.
If the door lock knob is down when
you shut the door, the door will lock.
Therefore, make sure the key fob RKE
transmitter is not inside the vehicle
before closing the door. Power Doors Locking/
Unlocking A power door lock switch and a
power door unlock switch
are
positioned on the front door trim
panel. Use this switches to lock or
unlock the doors.
If the vehicle has been locked from
inside with the above-figured
switches, the fuel filler flap remains
unlocked.Before Starting
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If Power Trunk Lid/ Hands Free (if
equipped) has been left open, it will
stay open when you press lock button
, and the locking feature will only
occur after the closing of the power
trunk lid.
The doors can also be locked and
unlocked with the “Passive Entry”
system. For further information, see
“Passive Entry System” in this section.
If you press the power door lock switch
while the ignition switch is in the ACC
or RUN position, and any front door is
open, the power locks will not
operate. This prevents you from
accidentally locking the key fob RKE
transmitter in the vehicle.
Cycling the ignition to the OFF
position or closing the door will allow
the locks of the doors and fuel filler
door to operate. If a door is open with
the key fob RKE transmitter inside the
cabin and the ignition is in the ACC or
RUN position, a beep will draw the
driver’s attention.
Automatic Locking Doors
The auto door lock feature default
condition is disabled. When enabled,
the door locks will lock automatically
when the vehicle's speed exceeds
15 mph (24 km/h). The auto door lock
feature can be enabled or disabled by an Authorized Maserati Dealer only
which can also service the vehicle.
Automatic Door Unlock on Exit
The doors will unlock automatically on
vehicles with power door locks if:
• The automatic unlock doors on exit
feature is enabled.
• The transmission is in gear and the
vehicle speed is 0 (mph - km/h).
• The transmission is in N (Neutral) or P
(Park).
• The driver door is open.
• The doors were not previously
unlocked.
• The vehicle speed is 0 (mph - km/h).
Set Automatic Door Unlock on Exit
To change the current setting, see
“MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”.
NOTE:
Use the automatic door unlock on exit
feature in accordance with local
regulations. Child-Protection Door Lock
System — Rear Doors To provide a safer environment for
small children sitting in the rear seats,
the rear doors are equipped with a
child-protection door lock system.
Engage or Disengage the
Child-Protection Door Lock
• Open the rear door.
• Insert the tip of the emergency key
into the lock and rotate to the lock
or unlock position.
• Repeat the first two steps on the
opposite rear door.
WARNING!
Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in
a collision. Remember that the rear
doors can only be opened from theBefore Starting
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outside when the child-protection
locks are engaged (locked).
NOTE:
For emergency exit from the rear seats
when the child-protection door lock
system is engaged, manually raise the
door lock knob to the unlocked
position, roll down the window, and
open the door using the outside door
handle.
Soft Door Close System (if
equipped) This system makes doors easier to shut
without having to slam if you do not
get it closed the first time. It increases
the vehicle's safety and comfort, in
particular for children in the back seat,
it is not necessary to slam the door
and it also prevents the risk of
traveling with the door ajar.
The system uses a sensor to detect the
door ajar and an electric actuator to
close it. The sensor detects your
attempt to close the door and once
the latch catches the handle the
electric actuator pulls the door firmly
bringing the door to the fully closed
position.
During the soft closing phase
operated by the system, it is possible to intervene manually by opening or
closing the door.
If you are pushing the door hard
enough to close just like a regular
one, the system still works, but only to
check whether the door is properly
closed.
WARNING!
The system works properly if the ajar
door has a gap , between exterior
door panel surface and exterior
bodyshell surface in the latch area , of
max 0.23 in (6 mm). In the presence of
higher gap, the system is not able to
close the door with the risk of
travelling with the door not
completely closed.Passive Entry System The “Passive Entry” system is an
enhancement to the vehicle’s Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) system. This
feature allows you to lock and unlock
the vehicle’s door(s) without having to
press the key fob RKE transmitter lock
or unlock buttons.
NOTE:
• “Passive Entry” may be programmed
to on/off; see “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls” for further information.
• If wearing gloves, or if it has been
raining on the “Passive Entry” door
handle, the unlock sensitivity can be
affected, resulting in a slower
response time.
• Access to the vehicle using “Passive
Entry” system may not work
properly in case of interference
caused by external sources such as
metal objects, mobile phones,
overhead power lines, antennas, etc.
In these cases, use the buttons of the
key fob RKE transmitter to open and
close the vehicle or the emergency
key, inserting it into the driver side
door lock.
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• The “Passive Entry” system does not
lock and unlock the doors directly
and immediately but with a slight
delay (about 2 seconds).
Unlock Door from the Driver
Side With a valid key fob RKE transmitter
within 3.3 ft (1 m) of the driver's door
handle, grip the driver’s door outside
handle to unlock the door
automatically. The interior door panel
lock knob will rise when the door is
unlocked. NOTE:
If “1st Press of Key Fob Unlocks” is
selected, all doors will unlock when
you grip the front driver’s door handle.
To select between “Driver Door” and
“All Doors”, see “MTC+ Settings” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”.
Unlock Door from the
Passenger Side With a valid key fob RKE transmitter
within 3.3 ft (1 m) of the passenger
door handle, grip the front passenger
outside door handle to unlock all four
doors automatically.
The interior door panel lock knob will
rise when the door is unlocked. NOTE:
All doors will unlock when you grip
the front passenger door handle
regardless of the driver’s door unlock
preference setting (“Driver Door” or
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