air conditioning MASERATI GHIBLI 2019 Owners Manual

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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 WARNING!
Failure to comply with the instructions
could cause HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS
involving personal and vehicle safety.
ENVIRONMENTAL!
This note indicates the correct
behavior when using the vehicle to
protect the environment.
CAUTION!
Aimed at preventing any damage to
the vehicle and thus hazards involving
the safety of persons.
NOTE:
Additional information regarding
the
subject and/or the operation
described.
• “Left” and “right” in this manual,
always refer to the driving direction.
• All indications and images in this
Manual refer to a vehicle with
left-hand drive. On right-hand drive
vehicles, some controls are ordered
differently than shown in the
illustrations.Abbreviations Some descriptions and terms with
particular meanings are found in this
manual in abbreviated form.
A/C Air-Conditioning system.
ABA Advanced Brake Assist.
ABS Anti-Lock Braking System.
ABSA Active Blind Spot Assist.
ACC Adaptive Cruise Control.
ADAS Advanced Driver Assistance
Systems.
ALR Automatic Locking
Retractor.
AQS Air Quality Sensor.
AT C Automatic Temperature
Control.
AWD All-Wheel Drive.
BAS Brake Assist System.
BSA Blind Spot Assist.
BTO Brake Throttle Override.
CAN Controller Area Network.
CC Cruise Control.
CRS Child Restraint System.
DRL Daytime Running Lights.
EBD Electronic Brake-force
Distribution.Introduction
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Symbols There are specific colored plates on or
near some of the components on your
Maserati designed to attract user’s
attention. Important warnings
concerning all specific devices that the
user must consider, are reported on
the internal hood cover central label
(see “Vehicle Identification Data” in
this section).
All symbols reported on the plate and
inside the vehicle, as well as the
component for which the symbols
stand, are summarized in the
following list. These symbols are
divided into categories according to
their meaning.
Danger Symbols Battery
Corrosive liquid.
Battery
Explosion.
Blower
May start automatically
even with engine off. Coolant expansion
reservoir
Do not open cap with
engine warm.
Coil - headlights
High voltage.
Belts and pulleys
Moving parts, keep body
and clothing clear.
Air-conditioning lines
High pressure gas, do not
open.
Symbols of Prohibitions and
Compulsory Measures Battery
Keep away from flames.
Battery
Keep out of children’s
reach.
Heat guards - belts -
pulleys - fans
Do not touch.
Battery
Wear eye protection. Battery - jack
Refer to the owner manual.
WARNING!
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-
vehicleIntroduction
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Reset Auto-Up/Down Should the auto-up/down feature stop
working, the window probably needs
to be reset.
To reset auto-up/down, pull the
window switch up to close the
window completely and push the
window switch down to open the
window completely.
Open the Windows and
Sunroof with RKE Transmitter
and Ignition Off When the ignition switch is in OFF
position, windows can be opened by
pressing the
button on the RKE
transmitter.
• Press the button and release it;
• Press a second time the
button
and keep it pressed until complete
opening of the windows, if they
were closed.
Rear Window and Sunshade
Lockout Button The window lockout button on the
driver's door trim panel allows to
disable the window and sunshade
control on the rear doors by pressing
the window lockout button (setting it
in the down position). To enable the controls previously
described, press the window lockout
button again (setting it in the up
position).
Wind Buffeting Wind buffeting can be described as
the perception of pressure or a
helicopter-type sound. Your vehicle
may exhibit wind buffeting with the
windows down, or the sunroof in
open or partially open positions. This
is a normal occurrence and can be
minimized. If the buffeting occurs
with the rear windows open, open the
front and rear windows together to
minimize the buffeting. If the
buffeting occurs with the sunroof
open, then adjust the sunroof opening
to minimize the buffeting.Rear Window Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster button is
located on the climate control panel.
See “Air Conditioning Controls” in
section “Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”.
Power Sunshade (optional) Your vehicle can be equipped on
request with a power sunshade that
will reduce the amount of sunlight
that will enter through the rear
window.
The sunshade is rolled in and stored
inside the cover behind the rear seats;
when activated, it rolls out upwards.
The power sunshade can be operated
using the MTC+ System.
• Touch the “Controls” soft-key.
• Within 15 seconds, touch the “Rear
Sunshade” soft-key to raise the
power sunshade.
• Within 15 seconds, touch the “Rear
Sunshade” soft-key a second time to
lower the sunshade.Before Starting
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system checked by the Authorized
Maserati Dealer .
WARNING!
Certain components of this vehicle
such as air bag modules, seat belt
pretensioners, adaptive steering
columns, and button cell batteries may
contain Perchlorate material. Special
handling may apply for service or
vehicle end of life disposal. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/
perchlorate.
Defroster
Check
operation by
selecting the
defrost mode and place the fan system
on high speed (see “Air Conditioning
Controls” chapter in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
You should be able to feel the air
directed against the windshield and
front side windows. Contact
Authorized Maserati Dealer for service
if your defroster is inoperable.
Floor Mat
Always use floor mats designed to fit
the footwell of your vehicle. Use only
floor mats that leave the pedal area
unobstructed and that are firmly secured so that they cannot slip out of
position and interfere with the pedals
or impair safe operation of your
vehicle.
NOTE:
The Authorized Maserati Dealer can
provide you with any information
about the available Maserati floor
mats included in the “Genuine
Accessories” range.
WARNING!
Pedals that cannot move freely can
cause loss of vehicle control and
increase the risk of serious personal
injury.
• Always make sure that floor mats
are properly attached to the proper
fasteners.
• Never place or install floor mats or
other floor coverings in the vehicle
that cannot be properly secured to
prevent them from moving and
interfering with the pedals.
• Never put floor mats or other floor
coverings on top of already installed
floor mats. Additional floor mats and
other coverings will reduce the size
of the pedal area and interfere with the pedals.
• Check mounting of mats on a regular
basis. Always properly reinstall and
secure floor mats that have been
removed for cleaning.
• Always make sure that objects
cannot fall into the driver footwell
while the vehicle is moving. Objects
can become trapped under the brake
pedal and accelerator pedal causing
a loss of vehicle control.
• Mounting posts must be properly
installed, if not equipped from the
factory. Failure to properly follow
floor mat installation or mounting
can cause interference with the
brake pedal and accelerator pedal
operation causing loss of control of
the vehicle.
Tires
•
Examine tires for excessive tread
wear and uneven wear patterns.
• Check for stones, nails, glass, or other
objects lodged in the tread or
sidewall.
• Inspect the tread for cuts and cracks.
• Inspect sidewalls for cuts, cracks and
bulges.
• Check the wheel nuts for tightness.Before Starting
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3 – Understanding the Vehicle Interior Components ..................................... 92
Front Power Seats ....................................... 96
Driver Memory Seat ...................................... 99
Rear Seats ............................................ 101
Head Restraints ........................................ 103
Power Steering Wheel Adjustment .......................... 105
Adjustable Pedals (if equipped) ............................ 107
Rearview Mirrors ....................................... 107
Lights ................................................ 110
Windshield Wipers and Washers ........................... 122
Interior Features ....................................... 126
Cargo Area ........................................... 133
Power Sunroof with Sunshade ............................. 136
HomeLink (optional) .................................... 138
Air Conditioning Distribution ............................. 142
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Power Lumbar
Push the switch 3 forward or rearward
to increase or decrease the lumbar
support.
Push the switch 3 upward or
downward to raise or lower the
lumbar support.
WARNING!
• Never adjust the seat while driving.
You could lose control of the vehicle.
Moving the seat could distract you
or make you press a pedal
unintentionally.
• Seats should be adjusted before
fastening the seat belts and while
the vehicle is parked.
• Do not ride with the seatback
reclined so that the shoulder belt is
no longer resting against your chest.
In a collision you could slide under
the seat belt, which could result in
serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
Do not place any object under a
power seat or obstruct its movement
as it may cause damage to the seat
controls. Seat movement may become limited if there is an obstruction in the
way.
Front Heated Seats The front seats are equipped with
heaters in both seat cushions and
seatbacks.
The seats comfort commands are in
the “Climate” screen of the MTC+.
They are present in the "Climate"
screen even when the A/C is off. See
“Air Conditioning Controls” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls” for further details.
WARNING!
• Persons with low skin sensitivity
because of advanced age, chronic
illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury,
medication, alcohol use, exhaustion
or other physical conditions must be
careful when using the seat heater.
It may cause irritation even at low
temperatures, especially if used for
long periods of time.
• Do not place anything on the seat
that insulates against heat, such as a
blanket or cushion. This may cause
the seat heater to overheat. Front Seats Heat Function
NOTE:
The
engine must
be running for the
heated seats to operate.
• Touch the “Climate” softkey on the
lower part of the MTC+ display.
• Starting from the state “OFF”,
indicated below the respective icon,
within 15 seconds touch the driver or
passenger seat soft-key once to
select HI-level heating.
• Within 15 seconds, touch the driver
or passenger seat soft-key a second
time to select LO-level heating.Understanding the Vehicle
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• Within 15 seconds, touch the same
soft-key a third time to shut off the
seat heating.
NOTE:
Once a heat setting is selected, heat
will be felt within 2 to 5 minutes.
When the HI-level setting is selected,
the heater will provide a boosted heat
level during the first 4 minutes of
operation.
Then, the heat output will drop to the
normal HI-level.
If the HI-level setting is selected, the
system will automatically switch to
LO-level after a maximum of 60
minutes of continuous operation.
At that time, the display will indicate
the change from HI to LO.
The LO-level setting will turn OFF
automatically after a maximum of
approximately 45 minutes. Front Ventilated Seats
(optional) To enhance occupants comfort by high
external temperatures, both the driver
and passenger seats, on request, can
be ventilated.
Small fans are located in the seat
cushion and seatback, they draw air
from the seat surface through fine
perforations in the seat cover to help
keep the driver and front passenger
cooler when the temperature is high.
The seats comfort commands are in
the “Climate” screen of the MTC+.
They are present in the “Climate”
screen even when the A/C is off. See
“Air Conditioning Controls” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further details.
Front Ventilated Seats Function
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the
ventilated seats to operate.
• Touch the “Climate” softkey on the
lower part of the MTC+ display.
• Starting from the state “OFF”,
indicated below the respective icon,
within 15 seconds touch the driver or
passenger seat soft-key once to select
HI-level ventilation. • Within 15 seconds, touch the driver
or passenger seat soft-key a second
time to select LO-level ventilation.
• Within 15 seconds, touch the same
soft-key a third time to shut off the
seat ventilation.Understanding the Vehicle
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NOTE:
You can use your key fob with RKE
transmitter or the memory buttons on
the driver's door trim panel to return
the tilt/telescopic steering
column/wheel to programmed
positions. See “Driver Memory Seat” in
this section.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering
column/wheel while driving.
Adjusting the steering column/wheel
while driving could cause the driver to
lose control of the vehicle. Be sure the
steering column/wheel is adjusted
before driving your vehicle. Failure to
follow this warning may result in
serious injury or death.
Heated Steering Wheel
(optional) The steering wheel contains a heating
element inside the rim that helps
warm driver’s hands by cold weather.
The heated steering wheel has only
one temperature setting. Once turned
on, this function will operate for
approximately 58 to 70 minutes before
automatically shutting off. The heated steering wheel can shut off
early or may not turn on when the
steering wheel is already warm.
The heating steering wheel command
is in the “Climate” screen of MTC+. See
“Air Conditioning Controls” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”
for further details.
NOTE:
The engine must be running for the
heated steering wheel to operate.
• Touch the “Climate” softkey located
on the lower part of the MTC+
display.
• When the heating function is in the
off state, soft-key is not highlighted.
• Within 15 seconds, touch the heated
steering wheel soft-key to turn on
the function. • Within 15 seconds, touch the heated
steering wheel soft-key a second
time to turn it off.
WARNING!
• Persons with low skin sensitivity
because of advanced age, chronic
illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury,
medication, alcohol use, exhaustion
or other physical conditions must be
careful when using the seat heater. It
may cause irritation even at low
temperatures, especially if used for
long periods of time.
• Do not place anything on the
steering wheel that insulates against
heat, such as a blanket or steering
wheel covers of any type and
material. This may cause the steering
wheel heater to overheat.Understanding the Vehicle
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Adjustable Pedals (if
equipped) The adjustable pedals system is
designed to allow greater range of
pedals positions enabling driver
comfort with regard to the steering
wheel tilt and the seat position.
This feature allows the brake and
accelerator pedals to move toward or
away from the driver’s feet.
The switch is located on the front side
of the driver's seat cushion shield.
Press the switch downward to move
the pedals forward (toward the front
of the vehicle).
Lift the switch upward to move the
pedals rearward (toward the driver).
WARNING!
Do not adjust the pedals position while the vehicle is moving. You could
lose control and have an accident.
Always adjust the pedals position
while the vehicle is parked.
The following messages will be
displayed if the
driver is attempting to
adjust the pedals when the system is
locked out:
• “Adjustable Pedals Unavailable
While Reversing”;
• or “Adjustable Pedals Unavailable
While Cruise Engaged”.
NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with driver
memory seat, use your key fob (RKE)
transmitter or the memory buttons on
the driver's door trim panel to return
the adjustable pedals to programmed
positions. See “Driver Memory Seat”
in section “Understanding the
Vehicle” for further information.
CAUTION!
Do not place any object under the
adjustable pedals or obstruct their
movements as it may cause damage to
the pedal controls. Pedal movement
may become limited if there is an
obstruction in the adjustable pedal's
path.Rearview Mirrors External Mirrors External mirrors can be adjusted
electrically and are equipped with
anti-mist resistors operated by the air
conditioning system (see “Air
Conditioning Controls” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
The mirrors can be closed electrically
and will yield in both directions in case
of a collision.
The external mirrors are
electrochromic, which means, they
automatically operate an anti-glare
function by gradually shading as the
light hitting the mirrors increases.
The external rear-view electrochromic
mirrors work in conjunction with the
internal rear-view electrochromic
mirror.
NOTE:
• The mirrors can be adjusted
electrically only with the ignition
device in ACC and RUN position.
• When the vehicle is started, the
indicator light shown in the picture
will momentarily illuminate in both
outside rear-view mirrors to let the
driver know that the BSA system is
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To access the cupholder, push the cover
(if equipped) as shown in the picture
and it will open completely. By pressing the indicated button on
the central console, the half-lids will
rise completely enabling access to the
inner compartment where the two
cupholders are located.
The storage and passenger
compartment share the same air
conditioning even though you may
exclude the air conditioning of the cupholder compartment by moving
the indicated button.
To close one or both of the half-lids,
push them down to the locking
position.
Cupholders for Rear Passengers
Two cupholders are available in the
front side of the rear seats central
armrest.At Sight Version with Power Socket
Version with Cover Version with Cover
At Sight Version with Power Socket
Versions with cupholder visibleUnderstanding the Vehicle
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