overheating MASERATI GHIBLI 2019 Owners Manual

Transmission Temperature Warning
Light
This warning light and the
related message indicate that
the transmission fluid
temperature is rising.
If this warning light turns on, safely
pull over and stop the vehicle.
Then, shift the transmission into P
(Park) and run the engine at idle until
the temperature drops and the light switches off. If the problem persists,
contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer .
CAUTION!
Continuous driving with the
transmission temperature warning
light illuminated will eventually cause
severe transmission damage or failure. Engine Temperature Warning Light
This
warning light
notifies
when the engine is
overheated. If the
temperature reaches critical
levels and the gauge displayed in
sector 12 turns red, this warning light
under the engine temperature gauge
indicator will illuminate in red color
combined with the related message on
display. When the temperature is
reaching the set threshold an acoustic
signal will be heard.
If the warning light switches on while
driving, safely pull over and stop the
vehicle. If the A/C system is on, turn it
off. Also, shift the transmission into N
(Neutral) and idle the vehicle. If the
temperature does not return to
normal, immediately turn the engine
off and contact an Authorized
Maserati Dealer .
Check “Engine Overheating” in section
“In an Emergency” for more
information.
Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
Under normal conditions, the
warning light illuminates
when the ignition device is
turned to RUN and goes off as
soon as the engine is started.Dashboard Instruments and Controls
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mean that a system fault requiring
servicing at an Authorized Maserati
Dealer . It is nevertheless possible to
drive the vehicle without using this
function (for further details, refer to
“Forward Collision Warning - FCW” in
section “Driving”).
AWD Failure Warning Light (on AWD
version only)
This warning light turns on to
indicate a fault of the AWD
system otherwise a fault or
overheating due to excessive
wheel spin. Contact an Authorized
Maserati Dealer as soon as possible,
and avoid using the vehicle in heavy
duty conditions.
Set Passive Speed Limit
This indicator light indicates
the passive speed limit set via
the controls on the RH side of
the steering wheel (for further
details, refer to “TFT Display: Menus
and Settings” in this chapter).
Passive Speed Limit Exceeded
This indicator light informs the
driver that the speed limit that
was set has been exceeded. Stiff Suspension Setting Indicator
This indicator light indicate
that the stiff suspensions
program (“S”) is on.
For further details, refer to
“Drive Mode” in section “Driving”.
Set Drive Mode Indicator
Drive mode set by the driver
through the controls on
central console is displayed
above the transmission lever indicator
(example in picture: NORMAL).
For further details, refer to “Drive
Mode” in section “Driving”.
Cruise Control (CC) Ready or Canceled
This white light indicator will
illuminate when the CC is
ready to be set (with 3 dashes
below) and, once it sets, when
it is temporarily canceled (set speed in
white below).
For further information, check
“Electronic Cruise Control” in section
“Driving”.
Cruise Control (CC) Set
This green light indicator will
illuminate with the set speed
when the CC is set and in
driver override. For further information, check “Electronic Cruise
Control” in section “Driving”.
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) Fault
This warning light on indicates
that the LKA system is in fault.
If the warning light and the
relevant message do not go
off after a few manoeuvres and
eventually a key cycle, contact an
Authorized Maserati Dealer .
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Ready
or Canceled
This white warning light
indicates that the ACC is ready
to be set (with 3 dashes below)
and, once it sets, when it is
temporarily canceled (set speed in
white below). For further details, refer
to “Adaptive Cruise Control - ACC” in
section “Driving”.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Set
This green warning light with
below the set speed turns on
when the ACC is set (for
further details, refer to
“Adaptive Cruise Control - ACC” in
section “Driving”) and vehicle will
keep set speed.Dashboard Instruments and Controls
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NOTE:
The gearshift indicator will only work
when the transmission is set in M +/-
(Manual) mode.
Transmission Malfunction and
Overheating Conditions Transmission Emergency Control
Transmission function is electronically
monitored to detect abnormal
conditions. If a condition that could
result in transmission damage is
detected, “Transmission Limp Home
Mode” will be activated. In this
situation, the transmission may
operate only in certain gears, or may
not shift at all. In some situations, the
transmission system may not
re-engage if the engine is turned off
and restarted.
A message in the instrument cluster
will inform the driver about the more
serious transmission conditions, and
indicate what actions may be
necessary.
Transmission Oil Overtemperature
If the transmission oil temperature
exceeds the operating limit, the red
warning light
illuminates on the
instrument cluster. In this case, slow down until
temperature returns to normal level
(the light will turn off).
If this is not sufficient, we recommend
to stop the vehicle, shift the lever to
position P (Park) or N (Neutral) and
keep the engine idle until the
temperature red warning light
turns off and the message
disappears from the display. Resume
driving without demanding high
engine performance. If the red
warning light
and the related
message turns on again, it is advisable
to stop the vehicle, turn off the engine
and wait for the engine/transmission
assembly to fully cool down.
If the instrument cluster message
indicates that the transmission may
not re-engage after engine shutdown,
perform the following procedure
preferably at an Authorized Maserati
Dealer . In the event of a momentary problem,
the transmission can be reset to regain
all forward gears by performing the
following steps.
• Stop the vehicle.
• Shift the transmission into P (Park), if
possible.
• Turn the engine off.
• Wait approximately 30 seconds.
• Restart the engine.
• Shift the transmission into D (Drive)
and then into the desired gear
range. If the problem is no longer
detected, the transmission will return
to normal operation.
NOTE:
Even if the transmission can be reset,
we recommend that you visit an
Authorized Maserati Dealer at your
earliest possible convenience, which
has diagnostic equipment to
determine if the problem could recur.
Transmission Manual Release of P
(Park) Position
See chapter “Transmission Manual
Release of P (Park) Position” in section
“In an Emergency”.Driving
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All-Wheel Drive (AWD
version only) The active on-demand All-Wheel Drive
(AWD) system provides available
optimum traction for a wide variety of
road surface and driving conditions.
The system minimizes wheel slip by
automatically redirecting torque to
the front and rear wheels as necessary.
To maximise fuel economy, the AWD
system automatically disangages
torque distribution on front axle when
road and environmental conditions
are such that wheel slip is unlikely to
occur. When specific road and
environmental conditions require
increased levels of road traction, the
AWD system automatically distributes
the torque between front and rear
axle in order to grant the best driving
experience. Torque distribution is
displayed on the TFT in the “Drive
Mode” main menu. Refer to
paragraph “TFT Display: Menus and
Settings” in chapter “Instrument
Cluster” of section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls” for further
information. WARNING!
There may be a slight delay for AWD
engagement after a wheel slip
condition occurs.
NOTE:
If the A
WD system service warning
light and message appears after
engine start up, or during driving, it
means that the AWD system is not
functioning properly or is in recovery
mode due to overheating caused by
the excessive wheel spin. In this
condition the vehicle can continue
driving but only rear wheel drive is
working. If the warning light and
message are often activated, it is
recommended to have the vehicle
serviced at an Authorized Maserati
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whenever the brake pads and/or brake
discs are replaced.
Brake Overheating Driving on mountain roads with steep
slopes or a sports use of the vehicle
could overheat the brake system
components. In these conditions, the
parking brake must not be used since
the push of the power actuator might
not be sufficient to ensure vehicle
braking, especially on a slope.
Drive normally without braking to
allow the brakes to cool down a few
minutes before stopping. The
automatic or manual activation of the
parking brake will ensure vehicle
braking.
Brake overheating could also cause
“squeals” and “vibration”. Use of the Engine Breaking-In Today's most modern production
methods are designed to provide
extremely precise construction and
assembly of components. However,
moving parts do undergo a settling
process, basically in the first hours of
vehicle operation.
Do not drive keeping at a constant
high speed rate for a prolonged time.
While cruising, brief full-throttle
acceleration within the limits of local
traffic laws contributes to a good
break-in. Wide-open throttle
acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine
at the factory is a high-quality energy
conserving type lubricant. Oil changes
should be consistent with anticipated
climate conditions under which vehicle
operations will occur. For the
recommended viscosity and quality
grades, see “Refillings” in section
“Features and Specifications”.
A new engine may consume some oil
during its first few thousand
miles/kilometers of operation. This
should be considered as a normal part of the break-in and not interpreted as
an indication of malfunction.
Specific Requirements
Avoid exceeding 5000 rpm for the first
620 mi trip (1000 km).
After starting the vehicle, do not
exceed 4000 rpm until the engine has
warmed up sufficiently (coolant
temperature: 149-158°F /65 70°).
While Driving Never travel with the tachometer
indicator approaching the peak rpm,
not even downhill. When the
tachometer indicator is approaching
the peak rpm (red colored zone), take
precautions to avoid exceeding that
limit.
Ensure proper operation of different
devices checking their respective
control telltales.Driving
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109. Grades B and A represent higher
levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel, than the
minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is
established for a tire that is properly
inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
speed, under-inflation, or excessive
loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup
and possible tire failure.
Tire Pressure Proper tire inflation pressure is
essential for safety and best
performance of your vehicle. The tire
pressure monitoring system “TPMS”
setup on the vehicle (see “Tire Pressure
Monitoring System” in this section)
may alert the driver about insufficient
tire pressure even though the driver is
responsible for regularly checking the
tire pressure.
Radial tires fitted on the vehicle may
look properly inflated even when they
actually are under inflated. Do not
make a visual judgment when
determining proper inflation. Three primary driving aspects are
affected by improper tire pressure:
Safety
WARNING!
• Improperly inflated tires can be
dangerous.
• Under-inflation increases tire flexing
and can result in tire overheating.
• Over-inflation reduces a tire's ability
to cushion shock. Objects on the
road and potholes can cause damage
that results in tire failure.
• Over-inflated or under-inflated tires
can affect vehicle handling and can
fail suddenly, resulting in loss of
vehicle control.
• Unequal tire pressures can cause
steering problems.
• Unequal tire pressures from one side
of the vehicle to the other can cause
the vehicle to drift to the right or
left.
• Always drive with each tire inflated
to the recommended cold tire
inflation pressure.
Economy
Improper
inflation pressures may cause
uneven wear patterns to develop across the tire tread. These abnormal
wear patterns will reduce tread life
resulting in a need for earlier tire
replacement. Under-inflation also
increases tire rolling resistance
resulting in higher fuel consumption.
Ride comfort and vehicle stability
Proper tire inflation contributes to a
comfortable ride. Over-inflation
produces a jarring and uncomfortable
ride.
Tire Pressure Checkup The proper cold tire inflation pressure
is indicated on the driver's side rear
door pillar and on the table “Tire
Inflation Pressure” in section “Features
and Specifications”.
Inflation pressure specified on the
table always refers to “cold tire
inflation pressure”. Cold tire inflation
pressure is defined as the tire pressure
after the vehicle has not been driven
for at least three hours, or driven less
than 1 mi (1.6 km) after a three hour
period.
Check tire pressures more often in case
of significant outside temperature
changes, as tire pressure varies
according to temperature changes.
The pressure should be checked and if
necessary adjusted; tire wear andDriving
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Wheels Maintenance Tires Maintenance CAUTION!
To obtain the best performances and
the longest mileage from the tires,
take the following precautions during
the first 310 mi (500 km):
• do not drive at the vehicle’s
maximum speed;
• drive at low speed on curves;
• avoid sudden steering;
• avoid sudden braking;
• avoid sudden acceleration;
• do not drive at high speeds for too
long.
The tires inflation pressure must
correspond
to the prescribed values
(see the chapter “Tire Inflation
Pressure” in section “Features and
Specifications”) and should be
checked only when the tires have
cooled down. In fact, the pressure
increases as the tire temperature
progressively increases.
Never reduce the pressure if tires are
hot (see “Tires – General Information”
chapter in section “Driving”). Insufficient tire inflating pressure can
cause tire overheating and possible
internal damage.
CAUTION!
After inspecting or adjusting the tire
pressure, always reinstall the valve
stem cap. This will prevent moisture
and dirt from entering the valve stem,
which could damage it.
Impacts with curbs, holes, and
obstacles
in the road, and prolonged
trips on rough roads can cause tire
damage which may not be visible to
the naked eye.
Check your tires regularly for any signs
of damage (e.g. scratches, cuts, cracks,
bulges, etc.). If sharp objects penetrate
the tires, they can cause structural
damage which is only visible when the
tire is removed.
In any case, any possible damage must
be inspected by an experienced
technician, as it may seriously reduce
the tire life.
Remember that tires deteriorate with
time, even if used little or not at all.
Cracks in the tire tread and sides,
alongside possible bulging, are a sign
of deterioration. WARNING!
• Check the inflating pressure of the
tires when cold, at least every two
weeks and before long trips.
• Have old tires inspected by an
experienced technician, to make
sure they can still be used safely. If
the same tire has been on your
vehicle for 4 or 5 years, have it
inspected anyway by an
experienced technician.
• Never fit tires of uncertain origin.
• “Directional” tires have an arrow on
their side showing the rolling
direction. To keep the best
performance when replacing a tire,
make sure that the rolling direction
corresponds to the one shown by
the arrow.
• During the tire life, the rolling
direction used for the first fitting
should always be observed, also in
case of “nondirectional” tires.
• Check the depth of the tire tread at
regular intervals. The thinner is the
tread, the greater is the risk of
skidding.
• Drive carefully on wet roads to
decrease the risk of aquaplaning.Maintenance and Care
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Tire Inflation Pressure Cold tire inflation pressure value under the following loading conditions listed in the table below:
• PLC (Partial Loading Condition): considering 2 passengers + luggage.
• FLC (Full Loading Condition): considering 4 or 5 passengers + luggage.
(*) Speed driving higher than
124 mph (200 km/h)
Load PLC FLC PLC - FLC
Wheel Front and rear Front and rear Front and rear
Pressure 220 kPa – 32 PSI (2.2 bar) 260 kPa – 38 PSI (2.6 bar) 260 kPa – 38 PSI (2.6 bar)
Spare tire pressure 350 kPa – 51 PSI (3.5 bar)
(*) Not for winter and all-season tires.
NOTE:
• The pressure values indicated in the table are also indicated on the driver-side door pillar information label.
• For more information about the pressure check methods, see “Tires – General Information” in section “Driving”.
WARNING!
• Improperly inflated tires are dangerous.
• Under-inflation increases tire flexing and can result in tire overheating and failure.
• Over-inflation reduces a tire's ability to cushion shock. Objects on the road and potholes can cause damage that results
in tire failure.
• Over-inflated or under-inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly, resulting in loss of vehicle control.
• Unequal tire pressures can cause steering problems.
• Unequal tire pressures from one side of the vehicle to the other can cause the vehicle to drift to the right or left.
• Always drive with each tire inflated to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure.Features and Specifications
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Abbreviations .................8
Accessories
Aftermarket Parts and Accessories
Statement .................13
Active Blind Spot Assist - ABSA . . . .271
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) . . . .247
Activation/Deactivation ...... .250
Display Warnings and
Maintenance ............. .255
Precautions while Driving with
ACC ................... .256
Setting the Following Distance . .252
Setting the Speed .......... .251
Airbag.....................64
Advanced Front Air Bag
Properties .................65
Air Bag Deployment Result .....70
Air Bag Deployment Sensors and
Controls ..................15
Air Bag System Components .....64
Front Air Bag Inflator Units .....68
Passenger Air bag Labels .......20
Supplemental Driver Side Knee Air
bag......................67
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) .....................64
Supplemental Seat-mounted Side
Air Bags (SAB) ..............66
Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable
Curtain (SABIC) ..............67
Transport of persons with
disability ..................71
Air Conditioning (A/C) System . . . .197 A/C Distribution ........... .142
Alarm, Vehicle Security ..........27
ALR (Automatic Locking Retractor) . .61
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and
Electronic Brake-force Distribution
(EBD) ................... .239
Assistance ...................11
Assistance, if you need ..........11
ATC (Automatic Temperature
Control) ................. .202
Audio Controls .............. .176
Audio Controls on Central
Console ................. .176
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . .176
Audio, setting .............. .191
Audio System ............... .177
Automatic Transmission
Manual Release of Transmission .315
AWD
All-Wheel Drive, drive mode . . . .223
BAS (Brake Assist System) ...... .240
Battery ................... .332
Battery Recharge .......... .335
Battery Remote Posts Position. . .313
Maintaining Battery Charge . . . .356
To Disconnect the Battery .... .332
To Reconnect the Battery ..... .334
Blind Spot Alert ............. .266
RCP - Rear Cross Path ........ .268
Bluetooth, Customer settings .... .192
Bodywork
Maintenance and
Care . .350
Pre-Short Drop Function ..... .353 Protection from Atmospheric
Agents ................. .350
Useful Advice to Keep the Bodywork
in Good Condition ......... .351
Brakes
Brake and Stability Control System
(ESC) ................... .238
Brake Overheating ......... .242
Brake System ............. .238
Manual Release of Parking
Brake .................. .311
Parking Brake ............. .233
Using the Brakes ........... .241
Capacity/Refillings ........... .360
Cargo Area ................ .133
Loading with Rear Seatbacks Folded
Down .................. .134
Vehicle Load Carrying Capacity . .133
Child Restraint Systems ..........72
Children too large for Booster
Seats .....................73
Infants and Child Restraints .....72
Installing Child Restraint Systems
using the Vehicle Seat Belt equipped
with ALR ..................74
Lower Anchors and Tether for
Children (LATCH) ............75
Older Children and Child
Restraints .................73
Tips on getting the most out of your
child restraint ...............74
Climate Control ............. .197Index
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Spare parts service
Genuine Parts ..............13
Scheduled Maintenance .......13
Spare Parts Service .............13
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System) ....................64
Start&Stop System ........... .210
Occupant Safety Function .... .212
Start&Stop Active Indicator . . . .148
Start&Stop Disable Indicator . . . .167
Start&Stop Failure Indicator
Light ................... .167
Start&Stop Function Disabling
Indicator ................ .212
Start&Stop Menu .......... .158
Start&Stop System Failure .... .214
Start the Engine
Engine Start Failure ......... .209
Engine Turn Off ........... .210
Steering Wheel
Heated Steering Wheel ...... .106
Phone and Voice Controls on
Steering Wheel ............ .204
Sunroof
Pinch Protect Feature ....... .137
Slide Opening Sunroof ....... .137
Sunroof Maintenance ....... .138
Venting Sunroof ........... .137
Sunshades ................. .136
Power Sunshades ............47
Sun Visors ................. .130
Surround View Camera System ....80
Symbols ....................14 Danger Symbols .............14
Symbols of Prohibitions and
Compulsory Measures .........14
TCS (Traction Control System) .... .240
Technical Data .............. .364
Telltales
Telltales on Speedometer ..... .146
Telltales on Tachometer ...... .148
Warning/Indicator Lights of Set
Modes/Functions on Display . . . .163
TFT Display: Menus and Settings . . .150
Tires
Change a Tire ............. .306
Compact spare tire ......... .289
Department of Transportation
Uniform Tire Quality Grades . . . .285
General Information ........
.281
Inflation
Pressure .......... .370
Punctured Tire, use ......... .306
Replacement Tires .......... .287
Tire Pressure .............. .286
Tire Pressure Checkup ....... .286
Tire Safety Information ...... .281
TPMS - Tire Pressure Monitoring
System .................. .289
Winter Tires .............. .288
ToolKit................... .304
Towing
Towing a Disabled Vehicle .... .315
Towing the Vehicle ......... .315
Vehicle Towing Conditions .... .315
TPMS System ............... .289 Tire Pressure Low Warning .... .291
TPMS Deactivation ......... .293
Traffic Sign Assist - TSA ........ .279
Transmission, Automatic ....... .214
Automatic Transmission Lever . . .215
Automatic Transmission Range . .218
Malfunction and Overheating
Conditions ............... .222
Transmission Manual Release of P
(Park) Position ............ .312
Transmitter, Key fob RKE
Preventing Inadvertent Locking of
Key fob RKE Transmitter Inside the
Vehicle ...................43
Trunk
Power Trunk Lid/Hand Free
(optional) .................50
Trunk Safety ...............54
Trunk Lid
Power Trunk Lid/Hand Free
(optional) .................50
Trunk Lid Emergency Release from
inside the Trunk .............53
Trunk Lid Operation ..........49
Updating ....................9
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) .18
Vehicle Stored for Long Periods . . .355
Voice Commands ............ .205
Warning icons .................8
Warnings when Driving .........15Index
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