MASERATI GRANTURISMO CONVERTIBLE 2020 Owners Manual

Bulb Replacement
The signal failure of an external light
(turn signal, low beam and high beam,
license plate light, reverse light, brake
light and rear fog light) is
communicated to the instrument
cluster that displays on the TFT screen
the
oramber warning light
and a text message indicating which
light is faulty.
Front Headlights
The light bulbs of the headlight
clusters are arranged as follows:
1Bi-Xenon low-beam/high-beam
bulb.
2Position light and DRL (*) LED.
3Turn signal light bulb.
4FTP bulb, headlight flashing.
5Side marker bulb.
(*) On vehicles for the Canadian
market DRL are always enabled.
CAUTION!
Due to the complexity of the
operation, for the replacement of the
headlight clusters light bulbs, we
recommend that you contact an
Authorized Maserati Dealer.
WARNING!
The headlamps are a type of high
voltage discharge tube. High voltage
can remain in the circuit even with the
headlamp switch and the ignition
switch off. Because of this, you should
not attempt to replace a headlamp
bulb yourself, but take the vehicle to
an Authorized Maserati Dealer for
service.
Tail-Light Clusters Light Bulbs
The taillight bulbs are arranged as
follows:
1Position light guide LED.
2Stop light LED.
3Turn signal LED.
4Reverse light bulb.
5Rear fog light bulb.
Tail-Light Clusters Bulbs
Replacement
Most of the lamps of the taillight are
LED powered and cannot be replaced
individually. The only exceptions are
the reverse and the rear fog light
bulbs for which you find below the
replacement procedure.
Contact anAuthorized Maserati
Dealerto locate the correct parts and
replace them.
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Reverse and Rear Fog Light
To replace a bulb of these lights:
• Lift the trunk compartment lid.
• Remove the panel from the trunk lid.
• Rotate the bulb holder
counterclockwise and slide it out of
the light cluster.
• Remove the bulb by gently pushing it
and rotating it counterclockwise.
• Insert the new bulb in the holder by
slightly pushing it and rotating it
clockwise.
• Insert the bulb holder in the light
cluster and rotate it clockwise.
• Close the door on the covering
panel.Side Turn Signal Light (Sport
version)
To replace the side turn signal light
bulb (5W) on the rear part of the front
mudguard:
• Push the turn signal forward to
compress the retaining spring clip.
• Take out the rear part of the turn
signal by releasing the retaining tab
and remove the unit.
• Remove the bulb holder from the
turn signal lens turning it
counterclockwise.• Extract the bulb from the holder by
turning it clockwise.
• Replace the bulb.
• Refit the bulb holder in the turn
signal lens turning it clockwise.
• Refit the turn signal in the seat of
the mudguard, inserting first the
retaining tab on the rear part of the
turn signal lens.
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• Press the front part of the turn
signal lens until hearing the spring
clip click into position.
CAUTION!
Proceed with care when removing the
side turn signal light to avoid
damaging to the vehicle body or the
turn signal itself.
Side Turn Signal Lights (MC
version)
To replace side turn signal light bulb
(5W) on the rear part of the front
mudguard:
• Gently pry the turn signal light off
the vehicle body by levering with a
non-metal tool under the rubber
part.
CAUTION!
Proceed with care when removing side
turn signal light to avoid damaging
the vehicle body or to the turn signal
itself.
• Pull turn signal light off its seat
enough to gain access to bulb holder
cap.
• Separate the outer lens along with
the rubber mount from the bulb
holder cap.
• Pull back the bulb holder cap and
remove the bulb by turning it
counterclockwise while pulling it off
the bulb holder seat.• Replace the bulb.
• Fit the new bulb to the bulb holder
by pushing it into cap while turning
it clockwise.
• Fit the cap over the bulb holder and
assemble with the turn signal light.
• Push the turn signal light into place
until firmly seated against the body.
Third Stop Light
In order to replace the bulb, the light
cluster must be removed. To perform
this operation, it is therefore
recommended that you contact an
Authorized Maserati Dealer.
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License Plate Lights
To replace the license plate light bulb
(C 5W):
• Undo the two fastening screws for
the lens/bulb holder unit.
• Remove the unit from the trunk lid
and replace the bulb.
Interior Lights
CAUTION!
Before replacing a bulb, ensure that
the matching fuse is intact. For
replacement, use only original new
light bulbs having the same rating as
the old one.
Courtesy Lights (below Door)
To replace the bulb (W5W):
• use a screwdriver positioned at the
indicated point to lever out the light
fixing frame;
• rotate the bulb holder and take it
out;• replace the pressure-fitted bulb;
• refit the bulb holder inserting first
the electrical connector side and
then pressing on the other side to
hook up the clip.
Front Domelight
To replace the light bulbs:
• Gently pry with a screwdriver at
points indicated in picture and
remove the molding.
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• Undo the three screws just
uncovered (indicated in picture) and
take out the domelight.
• Replace the timed or reading light
bulb by rotating it.
• Refit the domelight following
performing the operations opposite
to those outlined above and in
reverse order.
CAUTION!
When refitting the domelight, make
sure that the electric wires are
correctly positioned and do not
interfere with the domelight edges
and with the retaining tabs.
Courtesy Mirror Light
To replace the bulb (12V - 5W
“torpedo” type):
• Remove the fixing frame from the
sun visor by levering it out gently at
points indicated in picture.
• Replace the bulb located on the back
of the mirror frame.
• Refit the fixing frame by pressing it
on the sun visor.
Trunk Compartment Light
To replace the bulb (W5W) inside the
trunk compartment, proceed as
follows after trunk lid opening.
• Remove the light fixing frame by
levering it out gently at the
indicated point with a screwdriver.
• Raise the lens cover.
• Replace the pressure-fitted bulb.
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• Refit the lens cover, inserting first the
electrical connector side and then
pressing on the other side.A/C System Maintenance
For the best performance, the air
conditioning system should be checked
and serviced by anAuthorized
Maserati Dealerat the beginning of
the warm season.
This service should include cleaning of
the condenser, check of the drive belt
tension and a performance test.
During the winter, the air conditioning
system should be operated at least
once a month for about 10 minutes.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your air
conditioning system as the chemicals
can damage your air conditioning
components. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
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 know to the State ofCalifornia 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!
•Use only refrigerants and
compressor lubricants approved by
the manufacturer for your air
conditioning system. Some
refrigerants are flammable and can
explode, causing injuries. Other
unapproved refrigerants or
lubricants can cause the system to
fail, requiring costly repairs.
•The air conditioning system contains
refrigerant under high pressure. To
avoid risk of personal injury or
damage to the system, adding
refrigerant or any repair requiring
lines to be disconnected should be
done by an experienced technician.
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Periodically remove any leaves and
insects that may build up and obstruct
the inlet of external air in the air
conditioning system through the grille
present underneath the rear part of
the hood.
To access the grille, lift the hood as
described in “Open and Close the
Hood” in section “Before Starting”.
A/C Air Filter Replacement
This filter performs mechanic/
electrostatic air filtering, provided
that windows and doors are perfectly
closed.
Have your filter replaced at least once
a year at anAuthorized Maserati
Dealer, preferably at the beginning of
the summer period.
If the vehicle is mainly used in the city
traffic, on highways or dusty roads, we
recommend that you replace the
filters more frequently than prescribed
in the "Scheduled Service Plan" of this
section.
CAUTION!
Failure to replace the filter may
considerably reduce the air
conditioning and heating system
efficiency.
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 know 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
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”).
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Insufficient tire inflating pressure can
cause tire overheating and possible
internal damage, which may even lead
to the tire destruction.
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 tire
fitter, 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 the 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
shall always be observed, also in
case of “nondirectional” tires.
•Check the depth of the tire tread at
regular intervals. The minimum
allowed value is 0.06 in (1,6 mm) at
that point the wear indicators on the
tire will be visible (see “Tires –
General Information” in section“Driving”). The thinner is the tread,
the greater is the risk of skidding.
•Drive carefully on wet roads to
decrease the risk of aquaplaning.
Winter Tires
These tires are specially designed for
driving on snow and ice and are fitted
to replace the ones supplied with the
vehicle.
The features of these tires are
significantly reduced in winter when
tread depth is less than 0.157 in (4
mm). In this case, they should be
replaced.
The specific features of the winter tires
lead to lower performance under
normal environmental conditions or
on long highway trips, compared to
the standard tires.
Therefore, their use should be limited
to the situations and performance for
which they have been type-approved.
TheAuthorized Maserati Dealercan
provide all necessary information
about fitting winter tires on the
vehicle.
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NOTE:
•We recommend fitting winter tires
on the vehicle at temperatures 45 °F
(7 °C) since the driving performance
of summer tires is reduced at low
temperatures. Summer tires may be
permanently damaged at extremely
low temperatures.
•Comply with all state and local laws
governing snow tire and tread depth
requirements.
Wheel Rims Maintenance
All wheel trims should be cleaned
regularly with a mild soap and water.
To remove heavy soil and/or excessive
brake dust, use a nonabrasive,
non-acidic cleaner.
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool,
a bristle brush, or metal polishes.
Do not use oven cleaner that may
affect and damage the brake calipers.
Avoid automatic car washes that use
acidic solutions or harsh brushes that
may damage the wheel rim protective
finish.
Bodywork Maintenance
and Care
Protection from Atmospheric
Agents
The main causes of corrosion are:
• atmospheric pollution;
• salinity and humidity in the
atmosphere (marine areas or a damp
climate);
• seasonal environmental conditions;
• salt scattered on the roadbed to
melt ice and snow.
The abrasive action of wind-carried
atmospheric dust and sand, mud and
stones should not be underestimated.
On this vehicle, Maserati has adopted
the best technological solutions to
protect the bodywork from corrosion.
The main measures are:
• paint products and systems that give
the vehicle particular resistance to
corrosion and abrasion;
• use of galvanized (or pre-treated)
metal sheets which are highly
resistant to corrosion in the most
exposed parts;
• spraying of the underbody, engine
compartment, insides of wheel
housings, and other structures withwax products having high protective
power;
• spraying of plastic materials, with a
protective function, in the most
exposed points: underneath the
doors, inside part of the mud guards,
edges, etc.;
• use of ventilated box sections,
coated with protective wax products,
to avoid condensation and trapped
water which could encourage the
formation of internal rust.
Useful Advice to Keep the
Bodywork in Good Condition
Paint
The paintwork does not only have an
aesthetic function but also protects
the underlying metal sheets. In the
event of abrasions or deep scratches,
we recommend to have the necessary
touch-ups made immediately, to avoid
any rust formation. Touch-ups do not
feature particular difficulties, even on
metallic finishes.
For all paint touch-ups, use only
original products indicated on the
plate applied inside the hood.
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Normal paint maintenance consists in
washing, the frequency of which
depends on the conditions of use and
of the environment. For example, if
driving the vehicle in areas where
there is high atmospheric pollution or
the roads are spread with anti-freeze
salt, it is advisable to wash the vehicle
more frequently.
ENVIRONMENTAL!
Detergents pollute water. Therefore
the vehicle should be washed in areas
equipped for the collection and
purification of the fluids used for
washing.NOTE:
The use of alcohol-based products for
cleaning the metal plates in the engine
compartment and/or the trunk may
deteriorate the painted surface. It is
recommended to use water-based
products and neutral surfactants.
Car Wash
For correct washing:
• wet the bodywork with a low
pressure water jet;
• pass a sponge with a light detergent
solution over the bodywork,
frequently rinsing the sponge;
• rinse well with water and dry with an
air jet or chamois leather.
When drying, take particular care with
the parts that are less visible, such as
the door and lid bays, headlight edges,
in which water can be trapped more
easily.
You are recommended not to take the
vehicle immediately into an enclosed
environment, but leave it in the open
air so as to allow the water to
evaporate.
Do not wash the vehicle after it has
been left in the sun or when the hood
is hot: the paint gloss could be
affected.External plastic parts must be cleaned
with the same procedure followed for
the normal washing of the bodywork.
Avoid, as far as possible, parking the
vehicle under trees; the resinous
substances that very often drop from
the trees give the paint a dull
appearance and increase the possibility
of originating corrosive processes.
It is important that the drain holes in
the lower sides of the doors, rocker
panels, and trunk bottom be kept clear
and open.
CAUTION!
• Bird droppings must be washed off
immediately and thoroughly, since
their acidity is particularly corrosive.
• To provide better protection for the
paint, polish the vehicle at intervals
with a suitable product leaving a
protective film on the paint.
• If the vehicle is washed using
high-pressure water jets or cleaners,
it is important that the nozzle of the
jet be kept at a distance of at least
16 in (40 cm) from the bodywork to
avoid damaging it.
• If you are washing the vehicle with
roller brushes, you must protect the
edges of the rear, lateral brand
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