climate control MASERATI LEVANTE 2019 User Guide

NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with Remote
Start, the Air Conditioning System will
not function during Remote Start
operation if the climate control is left
in “OFF”.
2. A/C
Touch the "A/C" soft-key to change
the current air conditioning setting;
the soft-key illuminates when the A/C
is on. Operating this function will
cause the automatic feature to switch
into manual mode and the “AUTO”
LED on the buttons and MTC+ soft-key
will turn off.
3. Driver temperature control
Provides the driver with independent
temperature control. Touch the blue
soft-key for cooler temperature.
Touch the red
soft-key for warmer
temperature. The driver's temperature
setting will be displayed on the MTC+
between the soft-key
and . The
MTC+ display can also be used to
adjust the temperature by touching
and sliding the bar towards soft-key
, to increase temperature, or
towards soft-keys
to decrease it.
During this phase, a small pop-up on
the side will show the corresponding
temperature. You can increase or decrease the
temperature using the rocker switch
on the climate control panel.
NOTE:
In “SYNC” mode, this control will also
automatically and simultaneously
adjust the passenger temperature.
4. Passenger temperature control
Provides the passenger with
independent temperature control.
Touch the
soft-key for cooler
temperature. Touch the
soft-key for
warmer temperature. The passenger's
temperature setting will be displayed
on the MTC+ screen between the
soft-keys
and .
You can increase or decrease the
temperature using the rocker switch
on the climate control panel.
NOTE:
Pressing the 4 button/soft-key while in
“SYNC” mode will automatically exit
“SYNC”.
5. Recirculation
Press to change the current setting,
the LED indicator on the button and
the relevant soft-key illuminates to
indicate which recirculation function is
activated. For further details, see paragraph “Dual zone Climate Control
Functions” in this chapter.
6. Blower control
Blower control is used to adjust the
amount of air forced through the
climate system. Eight levels of blower
speed can be selected. Adjusting the
blower will cause automatic mode to
switch to manual.
On the climate control panel, push the
rocker switch up to increase fan speed.
Push the rocker switch down to
decrease fan speed. Pushing down the
rocker switch when set blower is at the
first speed, causes the A/C system
shutdown (OFF condition).
On the MTC+ display, touch the small
icon of the blower to decrease the
speed, or the big icon to increase it.
Between the two icons, bars will
appear to show the number of the
corresponding selected speed.
The blower can also be activated/
regulated by touching the bars
between the two blower icons.
When the MTC+ is displayed in any
mode other than “Climate”, the
blower speed is indicated by the bright
segments in the climate icon.
7-8. AUTO
This function automatically controls
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the air flow rate and the air
distribution respectively on the driver
and on the passenger zone. Press
“AUTO” to switch the ATC between
manual and automatic mode. The LED
on the button and the “AUTO”
soft-key illuminates when the “AUTO”
function is activated. See “Automatic
Temperature Control (ATC)” in this
chapter for more information.
9. MAX defrosting/demisting
Press the
button or the MTC+
soft-key to switch the airflow setting
to the windshield and the front side
windows to get quick defrosting/
defogging. The LED on the button and
the MTC+ soft-key illuminates when
this feature is activated. Operating
this function will cause the ATC to
switch into manual mode: so the
“AUTO” LED on the button and the
MTC+ soft-key will turn off. With
engine off, the blower will run at
minimum speed (1) and can be
increased manually: with engine on,
the blower speed will gradually
increase to the higher speed (8). MAX
defrosting/demisting shall also involve
REAR defrosting/demisting function. If
this function is turned off the climate
system will return to the previous
setting, switching on the A/C (“A/C” LED on the button and the MTC+
soft-key illuminated).
10. REAR defrosting/demisting
Press the
button or the MTC+
soft-key to turn on the rear window
defroster and the heated outside
mirrors. The LED on the button and
the MTC+ soft-key will illuminate
when the rear window defroster and
the heated external mirrors are on.
The rear window defroster and the
heated external mirrors automatically
turn off after 10 minutes.
CAUTION!
Failure to observe the following
cautions may cause damage to the
rear windows defroster:
• Use care when washing the inside of
the rear window. Do not use
abrasive window cleaners on the
interior surface of the window. Use a
soft cloth and a mild washing
solution, wiping parallel to the
heating elements. Labels can be
peeled off after soaking with warm
water.
• Do not use scrapers, sharp
instruments, or abrasive window
cleaners on the interior surface of
the window. • Keep all objects inside the vehicle at
a safe distance from the window.
11. MAX A/C
By
pressing the “MAX
A/C” button ot
the MTC+ soft-key, the system
automatically switches to get the
maximum cold air flow in both zones.
12-13 Air flow distribution modes
The airflow distribution mode,
respectively on the driver and on the
passenger zone, can be adjusted so air
comes from the dashboard vents,
vents under the dashboard in
direction of the floor, vents under the
front seats and demist/defrost vents.
The MTC+ display contains the
relevant soft-keys used to set these
modes for each zone. The climate
control panel features a single button
for each zone: press it several times to
select and set the required airflow
distribution mode.
Available settings are as follows:
• “Floor” mode
Air for each zone comes from the
front vents, located under the
dashboard and under the front
seats. A small portion of the airflow
is directed through the
defrost/demist vents to prevent
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• “Dashboard” mode
Air flows for each zone from four
adjustable vents of the dashboard,
two vents on the upper part of the
dashboard and two positioned at
the rear end of the central console.
Each of these vents can be singly
adjusted. The air grids or vanes of
the vents can be moved to adjust air
flow direction. A setting wheel,
placed near each vent, allows to
regulate or close the airflow.
• “Bi-Level” mode
Air for each zone comes from the
dashboard and central console
adjustable vents and the fixed floor
vents. A small portion of the airflow
is directed through the
defrost/demist vents to prevent
windows fogging.
NOTE:
Bi-Level mode is designed to let cooler
air come in the dashboard and rear
part of the central console vents and
warmer air from the floor vents.
• “Defrost” mode
Air for each zone comes from the
dashboard defrost/demist vents to
prevent windows fogging. • “Mix” mode
Air for each zone comes from the
defrost/demist vent, the vent under
the dashboard and from floor vent.
This mode is recommended for cold
climates, to improve comfort and
prevent windows fogging.
• “Hi-Level” mode
Air for each zone comes from the
dashboard defrost/demist vents,
from the dashboard and central
console adjustable vents and the
fixed floor vents.
• “Tri-Level” mode
Air for each zone comes from all the
adjustable/fixed and defrost/demist
vents.
14. “SYNC” mode
Touch the “SYNC” soft-key on the
MTC+ to switch the Sync feature
on/off. The “SYNC” soft-key
illuminates when this feature is
selected. This function is used to
synchronise the passenger
temperature setting with the driver
temperature setting.
Changing the passenger temperature
setting while in “SYNC” will
automatically exit this feature. 15. “REAR” mode
This soft-key is present only if the
vehicle is equipped with the additional
dual-zone air conditioning system for
rear passengers. Touching "REAR"
soft-key you enter the screen where
the settings available for rear seat
passengers are displayed. For the
description of these controls, see
paragraph "Four-Zone Climate
Controls (optional)" of this chapter.
Dual Zone Climate Control
Functions Air Conditioning (A/C)
The “A/C” soft-key allows to manually
activate or deactivate the air
conditioning system. When the air
conditioning system is turned on, cool
dehumidified air will flow through the
vents into the cabin. For improved fuel
economy, touch the “A/C” soft-key to
turn off the air conditioning and
manually adjust the blower and
airflow mode settings.
When the “A/C” and “AUTO”
functions are switched off it is not
possible to have air at a lower
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Recirculation and Air Quality
Sensor (AQS)
When outside air contains smoke,
odours, or high humidity, or if rapid
cooling is desired, you may wish to
recirculate interior air by pressing the
recirculation control button or the
relevant soft-key to activate the two
different functionalities.
The recirculation function, that allows
to open/close the A/C air inlet by
operating the
button on the
climate control panel or the MTC+
soft-key, is integrated with the Air
Quality Sensor.
This sensor, positioned upstream of
the A/C filter, in front of the air intake
of the A/C system, detects the
presence of polluting substances and
submits an electric signal to the A/C
control unit, that closes the intake of
the external air by activating the air
recirculation.
The
button or the MTC+ soft-key
can therefore enable three operating
modes, switchable in sequence.
Starting from the outside air condition
with LED on the button off and MTC+
soft-key not highlighted, in which the
external air is aspirated by the A/C
system and treated to be introduced
into the passenger compartment,
subsequent actuations of the button or the MTC+ soft-key
change the state as follows.
• First press: the A/C system activates
the automatic recirculation control
by using the signal transmitted from
the AQS. The symbol ‘’A’’ on the
button and the MTC+ soft-key
lights up.
• Second press: the A/C system
activates the recirculation, the LED
on the
button or the MTC+
soft-key lights up. The A/C system
will stay this way up to a new
actuation, or until the increased
humidity could lead to windshield
fogging: in this case the recirculation
automatically switches to external
air.
• Third press: the A/C system switches
back to external air (default
operating mode).
The next press of the
button or
the MTC+ soft-key restars the
operating cycle just described.
NOTE:
To avoid the risk of fogging, the AQS
is disabled when the external
temperature falls below 35°F (2°C). NOTE:
In cold weather, use of recirculation
mode may lead to window fogging.
Select the MIX mode
and increase
the blower speed to prevent fogging.
MAX A/C
Activating this function, the system
switches to exit “AUTO”, enter “A/C”
and recirculation. The minimum
temperature (LO) in both zones, the
maximum blower speed and theDashboard Instruments and Controls
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“Dashboard” air distribution mode
are also selected.
The blower speed can be adjusted and
the air distribution can be modified
without exiting “MAX A/C”. To exit
“MAX A/C” touch the relevant MTC+
soft-key or exit A/C or recirculation.
Selecting
, “AUTO”, or “OFF”, will
also exit “MAX A/C”.
Automatic Temperature Control
(ATC) Automatic operation
• Press the “AUTO” soft-key of driver
and/or passenger zone on the
climate control panel or the relevant
soft-key button on the MTC+ screen.
The text “AUTO” will appear inside
the space usually occupied by the
bars between the blower icons. • Set the desired temperature
adjusting the driver and/or passenger
temperature control buttons or
soft-keys. The system automatically
work to maintain the best comfort
level inside the passengers
compartment.
• When the system is set up for your
comfort level, it is not necessary to
change the settings anymore, simply
allow the system to function
automatically. • To provide you with maximum
comfort in the automatic mode,
during cold start-ups the blower
speed will remain low until the
engine warms up.
Manual operation
The system allows manual selection of
blower speed, air distribution mode,
A/C status and recirculation control.
The blower fan speed can be set to any
fixed speed by using the blower
control. In this case the blower will
operate at a fixed speed until a
different speed is selected. This allows
the front occupants to control the
volume of air circulated in the vehicle
exiting the “AUTO” mode.
The user can also choose the direction
of the airflow by selecting one of the
available mode settings. A/C
operation, recirculation control andDashboard Instruments and Controls
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“SYNC” mode can also be manually
selected.
Four-Zone Climate Controls
(optional) Air conditioning controls that allow
rear passengers to adjust the
temperature in the left and right rear
part of the passenger compartment
are located at the rear end of the
central console underneath the
adjustable air outlets.
Description of Controls
The following functions can be
operated/adjusted by using the rear
climate control panel.
1. Rear climate control on/off
Press the button
to switch the rear
climate control on/off. The LED on the
button turns on when the rear A/C is
on. 2. A/C
Press to change the current air
conditioning (A/C) setting, the “A/C”
symbol on the button illuminates
when the A/C is on. This will cause the
automatic operation to switch into
manual mode and the “AUTO”
indicator will turn off.
3. Left side temperature control
Provides the rear passengers with
independent temperature control.
Push the
button for cooler
temperature settings or the
button
for warmer temperature. The set
temperature value will be displayed in
the area above the buttons.
4. Right side temperature control
Provides the rear seats passengers
with independent temperature
control. Push the
button for cooler
temperature settings or the
button
for warmer temperature. The set temperature value will be displayed in
the area above the buttons.
5. Blower control
Blower control is used to regulate the
airflow of the rear climate system.
There are seven blower speeds
available. Adjusting the blower will
cause the automatic mode to switch to
manual.
Press the “+“ button to increase
blower speed.
Press the “-“ button for lower speed.
Airflow distribution modes
The airflow distribution can be
adjusted to let air come in from the
adjustable and fixed central console
vents and floor vents. The set mode is
recognizable through the lighting of
the softkey or the LED on the button
of the climate control panel.
6. “Bi-Level” mode
Air comes from the adjustable vents
on the rear central console and from
the fixed ones on the lateral sides of
the central console directed to the
floor.Dashboard Instruments and Controls
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NOTE:
The Bi-Level mode is designed to
provide comfort by sending cooler air
out of the central console vents and
warmer air from the floor vents.
7. “Floor” mode
Air comes from the fixed floor vents
under the front seats and on the
lateral sides of the central console.
8. “Torso” mode
Air comes from the adjustable vents on
the central console. Each of these
vents can be singly adjusted. The air
grids of the vents can be moved
up/down and right/left to adjust the
airflow direction. A setting wheel,
placed near each vent, allows to
regulate the airflow or to close the
vent.
9. AUTO
This function automatically controls
the interior temperature by adjusting
the air flow rate and the air
distribution.
• Press the “AUTO” button: the
automatic rear climate control
switches from manual to automatic
mode and vice-versa. The “AUTO”
symbol on the button illuminates
when this function is activated. • Adjust then the temperature you
wish to maintain by regulating the
left and/or right side temperature
control buttons. Once the desired
temperature is set, the system will
achieve and automatically maintain
that comfort level.
• When the system is set up for your
comfort level, it is not necessary to
change the settings anymore: simply
allow the system to function
automatically.
To provide you with maximum comfort
in the Automatic mode, during cold
start-ups the blower speed will remain
low until the engine warms up.
Four-Zone Climate Control by the
Driver
By operating the MTC+ display
controls the driver can adjust the
settings of the rear climate zones by
touching “REAR” sof-key. Once you have entered the rear
climate screen, by touching the
following soft-keys, the driver is able
to:
1. The A/C compressor shell turn on.
2. The system controls the interior
temperature (controls 3, 4) by
adjusting the air flow rate and
the air distribution (controls 5) of
the rear passengers.
3. Adjust the temperature in the
left rear zone.
4. Adjust the temperature in the
right rear zone.
5. Set the airflow distribution mode.
6. Synchronise the two rear
passenger temperature setting. If
the driver adjust the temperature
while SYNC mode is on, this will
affect the rear passenger
temperature. If the front or rear
passengers adjust the
temperature setting the system
automatically break the function
and turn it off.
7. Set the blower speed through
seven speed levels.
8. Re-activate the rear climate
setting.
9. Turn off the rear climate option.Dashboard Instruments and Controls
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10. Block the settings of the rear
climate.
11. Return to the front climate
control screen.
Operating Tips • Continuous use of the air
recirculation in winter, in rainy
weather or humid climate is not
recommended because it may cause
window fogging. • Interior fogging on the windshield
can be quickly removed by fast
defrosting/defogging. The “Mix”
mode can be used to maintain a
clear windshield and provide
sufficient heating. If side window
fogging becomes a problem increase
blower speed.
NOTE:
• Recirculation mode without A/C
should not be used for long periods
of time, as fogging may occur.
• If inside the passenger compartment
there are conditions of high
temperature and humidity, when the
A/C compressor is switched on (A/C
softkey illuminated on MTC+ display
or LED on climate control panel A/C
button ON) there may be some cold
steam at ventilation port outlet: this
situation is normal and does not
indicate air conditioning system
malfunction.
• Automatic Temperature Controls
(ATC) will automatically adjust the
climate control settings to reduce or
eliminate window fogging on the
front windshield.
• Make sure the external air intake
grille, located directly in front of the
windshield, is free of obstructions such as leaves or other objects.
Leaves collected in the air intake
may reduce airflow, and if they enter
the plenum, they could plug the
water drains. In winter make sure
the air intake is clear of ice, slush,
and snow.
• The temperature can be displayed in
Metric or U.S. units by selecting the
“Units” customer programmable
feature. See “MTC+ Settings” in this
section.
• Any time you store your vehicle or
keep it stationary (i.e., during
vacation) for two weeks or more,
run the air conditioning system at
idle for about five minutes in the
fresh air by high blower setting. This
will ensure adequate system
lubrication and minimize the
possibility of compressor damage
when the system is started again.
A/C Filter The climate control system filters
outside air containing dust, pollen and
some odors. Strong odors cannot be
totally removed by A/C filter at the
entrance of the air climate system. See
“Maintenance Procedures” in section
“Maintenance and Care” for filter
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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°).
Trailer Towing
During the first 620 mi (1000 km) of a
new vehicle it is advisable not to tow a
trailer. This allows to limit the load on
the engine and on the other parts of
the vehicle.
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.
CAUTION!
• Under normal conditions, all red
warning lights on the instrument
cluster display should be off. When
they come on, they indicate a
malfunction. Refer to “Instrument
Cluster” in section “Dashboard
Instruments and Controls”.
• Continuing to drive when a red
warning light is on could cause
serious damage to the vehicle and
affect its performance.
Onboard Diagnostic System Your vehicle is equipped with a
sophisticated onboard diagnostic
system. This system monitors the
performance of the emissions, engine,Driving
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Department of Transportation
Uniform Tire Quality Grades The following tire grading categories
were established by the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The specific grade rating assigned by
the tire's manufacturer in each
category is shown on the sidewall of
the tires on your vehicle.
All passenger car tires must conform
to Federal safety requirements in
addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The Treadwear grade is a comparative
rating, based on the wear rate of the
tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government
test course. For example, a tire graded
150 would wear one and one-half
times as well on the government
course as a tire graded 100. The
relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their
use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service
practices, and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
Traction Grades
The Traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AAA, A, B, and C. These grades represent the tire's ability to
stop on wet pavement, as measured
under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this
tire is based on straight-ahead
braking traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction
characteristics.
Temperature Grades
The
temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the
tire's resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat,
when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the material of
the tire to degenerate and reduce tire
life, and excessive temperature can
lead to sudden tire failure. The grade
C corresponds to a level of
performance, which all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 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.Driving
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