snow MASERATI LEVANTE 2019 Owner's Guide

• Avoid holes in the road, do not drive
over steps or sidewalks and do not
drive on long stretches without
snow. This will prevent damage to
the vehicle and the roadbed.
NOTE:
The Authorized Maserati Dealer can
provide you
with all information
about the Maserati Snow Chains,
available in the "Genuine Accessories"
range.
Pneumatic Suspension Mode
for Wheel Change The pneumatic suspension system is
equipped with a specific mode to be
used when vehicle must be lifted to
change one or several wheels/tires.
This mode temporarily disables
pneumatic suspension automatic
leveling.
To activate this mode, scroll user
settings on MTC+ and select “Wheel
Replacement Mode” in submenu
“Suspension”. The tick next to
selected item will indicate that this
mode is active and system is disabled
(for further details, refer to chapter
“MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”). After servicing, restore original
conditions and eliminate the tick next
to selected mode: in this way the
pneumatic suspension system will go
back to normal operation.
Compact Spare Tire The limited-use spare tire, or compact
spare tire, is for temporary emergency
use only.
This tire is identified by a label
indicating the driving speed
limitations to comply with when using
the spare tire.
Inflate the spare tire to the cold
inflation pressure listed on the table
“Tire Inflation Pressure” in section
“Features and Specifications”.
Mounting the spare tire affects vehicle
handling. Replace (or repair) as soon
as possible the original equipment tire
and reinstall it on the vehicle. Do not
install more than one compact spare
tire and wheel on the vehicle at a
time.
WARNING!
With these compact spare tires, do not
drive more than 50 mph (80 km/h).
Temporary use spares have limited
tread life.Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) will warn the driver of a low
tire pressure according to the vehicle
recommended cold pressure indicated
on the table “Tire Inflation Pressure”
in section “Features and
Specifications” and on the label
applied on the driver's side rear door
pillar.
Tire pressure should always be set
based on cold inflation tire pressure.
The cold tire inflation pressure must
not exceed the maximum inflation
pressure molded into the tire sidewall.
Check “Tires – General Information” in
section “Driving” for information on
how to properly inflate the tires.
The tire pressure will also increase as
the vehicle is driven - this is normal
and there is no adjustment required
when this occurs.
The TPMS will warn the driver of a low
tire pressure if the tire pressure falls
below the low-pressure warning limit
for any reason, including low
temperature effects and natural
pressure loss of the tire.
The TPMS will continue to warn the
driver of low tire pressure as long as
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emitting the same radio frequencies
as the TPMS sensors.
• Installing aftermarket window
tinting that contains materials that
may block radio wave signals.
• Accumulation of snow or ice around
the wheels or wheel housings.
• Using tire chains on the vehicle.
• Using wheels/tires not equipped with
TPMS sensors.
The instrument cluster will also display
a "Service Tire Pressure System"
message for a minimum of five
seconds when a system fault related to
an incorrect sensor location fault is
detected. In this case, the "Service Tire
Pressure System" message is then
followed by a graphic display with
pressure values still shown. This
indicates that the pressure values are
still being received from the TPMS
sensors but they may not be located in
the correct vehicle position. The system
still needs to be serviced as long as the
"Service Tire Pressure System" message
is displayed. Vehicles with Compact Spare Tire
• The compact spare tire does not have
a TPMS sensor. Therefore, the TPMS
will not monitor the pressure of the
compact spare tire.
• If you replace a tire having pressure
below the low-pressure warning
limit, with the compact spare tire, on
the next ignition switch cycle, the
TPMS light
will illuminate
followed by a beeping sound. In addition, the graphic in the
instrument cluster will still display a
flashing pressure value
corresponding to the compact tire
position.
• After driving the vehicle for up to 20
minutes above 15 mph (24 km/h), the
TPMS light
will flash for 75
seconds and then remain lit. The
instrument cluster will then display a
"Service Tire Pressure System"
message for a minimum of five
seconds and then display dashes (--)
in place of the pressure value.
• Each subsequent ignition switch cycle
will be followed by a beeping sound,
the TPMS light
will flash for 75
seconds and then remain lit. The
instrument cluster will then display a
"Service Tire Pressure System"
message for a minimum of five
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Driving in Fog
If the fog is dense, avoid traveling if
possible.
When driving in mist, blanket fog or
when there is the possibility of banks
of fog, please consider some advices
listed below.
• Keep a moderate speed.
• Even in daytime, turn on the low
beams and front and rear fog lights.
Do not use the high beams.
• Remember that fog creates
dampness on the asphalt and thus
any type of maneuver is more
difficult and braking distances are
extended.
• Keep a safe distance from the vehicle
in front of you.
• Avoid sudden changes in speed as
much as possible.
• Whenever possible, avoid overtaking.
• If you are forced to stop the vehicle
(breakdowns, impossibility of
proceeding due to poor visibility,
etc.), first of all, try to stop off of the
travel lane. Then turn on the hazard
warning flashers and, if possible, the
low beams. CAUTION!
Be aware that rear fog lights can
bother the drivers following your
vehicle: when visibility is back to
normal, turn off these lights.
Driving in the Mountains
Mountain
roads usually have
many
narrow turns and curves, tunnels and
steep uphill or downhill slopes: please
consider some advices listed below.
• Drive at a moderate speed, avoid
“cutting” corners.
• When driving inside a tunnel in
daylight turn on the low beams in
advance; avoid high beams and be
aware of the rapid brightness
change. Avoid abrupt maneuvers
that could be dangerous for the
following vehicle.
• Never coast downhill with the engine
off or in neutral.
• Remember that passing other
vehicles when driving uphill is slower
and thus requires more free distance
on the road. If you are being
overtaken on a hill, slow down and
allow the other vehicle to pass. Driving on Snow or Ice
Please consider some general advice
for driving in these conditions, listed
below.
• Maintain a very moderate speed.
• Fit snow chains or specific tires if the
road is covered with snow: see the
paragraphs “Tires – General
Information” in this section.
• We recommend you to activate the
“I.C.E.” mode (see chapters “Drive
Mode” and “Off-road Drive” in this
section).
• During the winter season, even
apparently dry roads can have icy
sections. Be careful when crossing
bridges, viaducts and roads that have
little exposure to the sun and are
bordered by trees and rocks. They
may be icy.
• Keep an ample safe distance from
the vehicles in front of you.
WARNING!
Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces
is dangerous. Accelerate slowly and
carefully whenever there is likely to be
poor traction (ice, snow, wet mud,
loose sand, etc.).Driving
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will be compromised. Avoid
accelerating to full speed, heavy
braking and fast cornering.
• The compact spare wheel must be
inflated to the recommended tire
pressure (see “Tire Inflation
Pressure” in section “Features and
Specifications”).
• For safety reasons, it is absolutely
forbidden to drive with more than
one compact spare wheel fitted on
the vehicle.
• Snow chains cannot be fitted on the
compact spare wheel.
• The spare wheel can travel a
maximum of 1,800 mi (3.000 km).
To Refit the Standard Wheel with
Repair
ed or Replaced Tire
• Following the procedure and the
caution described above, raise the
vehicle and remove the compact
spare wheel reusing the supplied
wrench with adapter, suitably
extended.
• Fit the standard wheel with repaired
or replaced tire.
• Tighten the original bolts on the
wheel.
• Lower the vehicle and remove the
jack. • Fully tighten the bolts, alternately
tightening diametrically opposite.
WARNING!
Observe the tightening torque for the
bolts securing the wheels (72 ± 7 lbf·ft
/ 98 ± 10 Nm).
• Reassemble the center cover (if
provided)
on the wheel
rim.
Once finished:
• completely deflate the compact
spare wheel by pressing on the valve
with the overhang of the valve cap;
• wrap the power cable and the
inflation hose inside the compressor
case and place it in the trunk seat;
• place the compact spare wheel and
tool container in the trunk; • fix everything in place with the
locking knob;
• place the extension levers, the jack,
the spanner and the adapter in the
container inside the compact spare
wheel;
• reposition the other tools and the
accessories storage box;
• lower the ground coverage at the
bottom of the trunk.In an Emergency
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“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 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.
The Authorized Maserati Dealer can
provide all necessary information
about fitting winter tires on the
vehicle.
NOTE:
• We recommend fitting winter tires
on the vehicle at temperatures
below 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
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Wheels NOTE:
• Maserati recommends Maserati Genuine Tires marked with “MGT” logo specifically designed for its models.
• In order to maintain high performance and safety level, Maserati recommends to use tires equivalent to the original
size.
• Optionally tires may have "ZR" in the size description combined with speed index (e.g. 265/45 ZR20 104Y).
• In case of staggered tires, front and rear rims cannot be swapped.
• Only 19” rear tires can be equipped with special chain with front anchorage. Snow chains cannot be used (all tires).
WARNING!
• The maximum speed reachable with the tires is indicated by the tire manufacturer. Always comply with the regulations
in force in the Country you are driving in.
• Never exceed the maximum speed indicated for the tires: failure to respect the max. speed may damage these tires.
Danger: risk of accident!
Standard Wheel Dimension
Allowed tires size Levante (Basic version - GranLusso) Levante (GranSport)
Light alloy rims 19” x 8,5J (front and rear) 20” x 9J (front and rear)
- Front tires - All season 265/50 R19 110W 265/45 R20 104W
- Rear tires - All season 265/50 R19 110W 265/45 R20 104W
Spare rim 18” x 6B
- Spare tire 195/75 R18Features and Specifications
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Abbreviations .................9
Accessories
Aftermarket Parts and Accessories
Statement .................13
Active Blind Spot Assist - ABSA . . . .310
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) . . . .286
Activation/Deactivation ...... .289
Display Warnings and
Maintenance ............. .294
Precautions while Driving with
ACC ................... .295
Setting the Following Distance . .291
Setting the Speed .......... .290
Airbag.....................65
Advanced Front Air Bag
Properties .................66
Air Bag Deployment Result .....71
Air Bag Deployment Sensors and
Controls ..................15
Air Bag System Components .....66
Front Air Bag Inflator Units .....70
Passenger Air bag Labels .......20
Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) .....................65
Supplemental Seat-mounted Side
Air Bags (SAB) ..............68
Supplemental Side Air Bag Inflatable
Curtain (SABIC) ..............68
Transport of persons with
disability ..................72
Air Conditioning (A/C) System . . . .214
A/C Distribution ........... .154
Dual-zone Climate Controls . . . .214 Four-zone Climate Controls . . . .221
Alarm, Vehicle Security ..........27
ALR (Automatic Locking Retractor) . .63
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and
Electronic Brake-force Distribution
(EBD) ................... .274
Assistance ...................11
Assistance, if you need ..........11
ATC (Automatic Temperature
Control) ................. .220
Audio Controls .............. .192
Audio Controls on Central
Console ................. .192
Steering Wheel Audio Controls . .192
Audio, setting .............. .207
Audio System ............... .193
Automatic Transmission
Manual Release of Transmission .360
AUX, USB and SD Memory Card
Ports .................... .135
AWD, All-Wheel Drive ......... .243
BAS (Brake Assist System) ...... .275
Battery ................... .381
Battery Recharge .......... .384
Battery Remote Posts Position. . .358
Maintaining Battery Charge . . . .403
To Disconnect the Battery .... .382
To Reconnect the Battery
..... .383
Blind
Spot Alert ............. .305
Blind
Spot Alert (BSA)
BSA System .............. .305
RCP - Rear Cross Path ........ .308 Bluetooth, Customer settings .... .208
Bodywork Maintenance and Care . .397
Pre-Short Drop Function ..... .400
Protection from Atmospheric
Agents ................. .397
Useful Advice to Keep the Bodywork
in Good Condition ......... .398
Brakes
Brake and Stability Control System
(ESC) ................... .273
Brake Overheating ......... .280
Brake System ............. .273
Manual Release of Parking
Brake .................. .356
Parking Brake ............. .268
Using the Brakes ........... .280
Capacity/Refillings ........... .406
Cargo Area ................ .139
Accessories Compartment .... .142
Cargo Area Extension ....... .143
Installing the Cargo Net ...... .144
Loading with Rear Seatbacks Folded
Down .................. .141
Luggage Fasteners and
Retainers ................ .140
Ski and Snowboard Bag
Compartment ............. .141
Trunk Compartment Cover .... .142
Vehicle Load Carrying Capacity . .139
Child Restraint Systems ..........74
Children too large for Booster
Seats .....................75Index
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Infants and Child Restraints .....74
Installing Child Restraint Systems
using the Vehicle Seat Belt
equipped with ALR ...........76
Lower Anchors and Tether for
Children (LATCH) ............76
Older Children and Child
Restraints .................75
Tips on getting the most out of your
child restraint ..............76
Climate Control ............. .214
Clock, analog .............. .201
Console
Central Console Components ....95
Front Dome Console
Components ...............96
Controls Screen ............. .195
Cruise Control
Cruise Control Adaptive (ACC) . .286
Electronic Cruise Control (CC) . . .282
Cupholders ................ .134
Front Passengers Cupholders . . .134
Rear Passengers Cupholders . . . .135
Dashboard Compartment ...... .210
Dashboard Components .........94
Defroster ...................91
Doors
Child Protection Door Lock
System ...................41
Doors Locking ..............39
Doors Manual Lock ...........39
Front Doors Components ......96 Lock/Unlock Door Flashlight ....34
Power Doors Locking/Unlocking . .40
Rear Doors Components .......97
Soft Door Close System ........41
Unlock Driver Door/All Doors with
Key fob 1st Press ............34
Unlock the Vehicle with Key fob. .33
DPF System
DPF Filter Replacement ...... .377
“Drive Away Inhibit” strategy . . . .272
Drive Mode, controls ......... .244
Setting Ride Height ........ .258
Setting the Drive Mode ...... .245
Driving Conditions ........... .338
Before the Trip ............ .338
Driving at Night ........... .339
Driving in Fog ............ .340
Driving in Snow and Wet Grass . .266
Driving in the Mountains ..... .340
Driving in the Rain ......... .339
Driving on Snow or Ice ...... .340
Safe Driving .............. .339
DRL (Daytime Running Light) . . . .116
EDR (Event Data Recorder) .......73
Electronic Cruise Control .......
.282
Emergency ...................
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Lights ...... .128
In the Event of an Accident . . . .350
Jump Starting ............ .357
Use the Vehicle Tow Hook .... .360
Engine
Engine Coolant Level Check . . . .374 Engine Oil Level Check ...... .377
Hood ....................56
Normal Starting of the Engine . .228
Use of the Engine .......... .281
Entry/Exit, lights on ............30
EPB (Electric Parking Brake) ..... .268
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) . .273
Filters
A/C System Air Filter
Replacement ............. .379
Engine Air Filter Replacement . .379
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) . .297
Fuel
Carbon Monoxide Warning . . . .335
Emergency Fuel Filler Door
Release ................. .338
Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance Programs ...... .369
Fuel Consumption ......... .410
Fuel Filter Service .......... .377
Fuel Requirements ......... .334
Fuel System Warnings ....... .335
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends . . . .334
Low Fuel Indicator ......... .181
Materials Added to Fuel ..... .335
MMT in Gasoline .......... .335
Reformulated Gasoline ...... .334
Fuses .................... .386
Fuses Position ............ .386
Fuses Replacement ......... .386
Glove Box Lock Feature ....... .211Index
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Interior Maintenance and Care . .400
Maintenance Procedures ..... .371
Periodic Maintenance ....... .367
Scheduled Maintenance Service .364
Scheduled Service Plan ...... .365
Wheels Maintenance ....... .396
Maserati Roadside Assistance
Program ...................17
Mesh Pockets .............. .138
Messages on Main Display Area . . .165
MIL (Malfunction Indicator Light). .161
Mirrors ................... .110
External Mirrors ........... .110
Folding Mirrors ........... .112
Integrated External Rearview Mirror
Lights .................. .128
Internal Rearview Mirror ..... .112
Mirrors Positioning ......... .111
Rearview Mirrors .......... .110
Tilt Mirrors in Reverse ....... .111
MTC+ “Controls” Screen ....... .195
MTC+ Settings - Customer
Programmable Features ...... .198
Auto-On Comfort & Remote
Start ................... .206
Clear Personal Data ........ .210
Clock & Date ............. .201
Display ................. .200
Doors & Locks ............ .204
Engine Off Options ......... .206
Lights .................. .203
Pneumatic Suspension ....... .206
Restore Settings ........... .210 Safety and Driving Assistance . . .202
Voice Commands .......... .201
Occupant Restraint System .......57
Off-road Drive .............. .264
After Driving Off-road ....... .267
Driving in Snow and Wet Grass . .266
Driving Through Water ...... .265
Traction Downhill .......... .267
On Board Diagnostics ......... .281
ORC (Occupant Restraint
Controller) .................69
Park Assist ..................
79
Enabling and Disabling Park
Assist ....................83
Parking .................. .271
Parking Brake .............. .268
Passive Entry System ...........42
Pedals, adjustable ........... .110
Pedestrian Emergency Braking
(PEB) ................... .297
Pets, transporting .............79
Phone and Voice Controls on Steering
Wheel .................. .224
Phone Mode ............. .224
Phone/Bluetooth, Customer
settings ................. .208
Power Outlets .............. .133
Power Outlet Inside the Central
Console ................. .134
Power Outlet Inside the
Cupholder ............... .133 Power Outlet Inside the Trunk . .134
Rear Power Outlets ......... .134
Power Sunshades on Rear Door
Windows ..................48
Rear Parking Camera ...........85
Refueling ................. .336
Fuel Filler Neck Access ....... .336
Remote Start System ...........37
Restarting the Vehicle ........ .402
Restraint System ..............65
Child Restraint Systems ........74
RKE (Remote Keyless Entry)
Transmitter .................24
Roadside Assistance Program .....17
Roll-Over Mitigation (ROM) ..... .276
Roll-Over Warning .............15
Roof Rails ................. .147
Safety
Child Restraint Systems ........74
Reporting Safety Defects .......12
Safety Net for Cargo Area ...... .144
Safety Tips ..................57
Scheduled Maintenance Service . . .364
Scheduled Service Plan
Scheduled Maintenance
Indicator ................ .364
Seat Belt ...................57
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
Mode ....................63
Enhanced Seat Belt Use Reminder
System (SBR) ...............64Index
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Passenger Seat Belts ..........61
Seat Belt Reminder Light ..... .164
Seat Belts and Pregnant Women . .65
Seat Belts Pretensioners ........63
Three-Point Seat Belts .........59
Three-Point Seat Belts Height
Adjustment ................61
Three-Point Seat Belts Untwisting
Procedure .................61
Three-Point Seat Belts Use
Instructions ................59
Using the Seat Belt in Automatic
Locking Retractor Mode (ALR) . . .63
Seats ......................97
Driver Memory Seat ........ .101
Easy Entry/Exit Seats ........ .102
Front Heated Seats ...........99
Front Power Seats ............97
Front Ventilated Seats ....... .100
Power Lumbar Seats ..........98
Rear Armrest ............. .104
Rear Seat Folding Seatback . . . .103
Rear Seats ............... .103
Rear Side Heated Seats ...... .104
Seat Adjustment .............98
Service .....................10
Siri Smart Personal Assistant .... .225
SmartBeam System ........... .116
Smoking Kit ................ .137
Snow Chains ............... .328
Spare parts service
Genuine Parts ..............13
Scheduled Maintenance .......13 Spare Parts Service .............13
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System) ....................65
Start&Stop System ........... .230
Occupant Safety Function .... .232
Start&Stop Active Indicator . . . .163
Start&Stop Disable Indicator . . . .182
Start&Stop Failure Indicator
Light ................... .182
Start&Stop Function Disabling
Indicator ................ .232
Start&Stop Menu .......... .172
Start&Stop System Failure .... .234
Start the Engine
Engine Start Failure ......... .229
Engine Turn Off ........... .230
Steering Wheel .............
.108
Heated
Steering Wheel ...... .108
Phone
and Voice Controls on
Steering Wheel ............ .224
Sunroof
Initialization Procedure ...... .149
Pinch Protect Feature ....... .149
Slide Opening Sunroof ....... .148
Sunroof Maintenance ....... .150
Venting Sunroof ........... .149
Sunshades ...................48
Sun Visors ................. .137
Surround View Camera System ....87
Symbols ....................14
Danger Symbols .............14 Symbols of Prohibitions and
Compulsory Measures .........14
Tank fuel refill .............. .336
TCS (Traction Control System) .... .275
Technical Data .............. .411
Telltales
Telltales on Speedometer ..... .161
Telltales on Tachometer ...... .163
Tires
Change a Tire ............. .351
Compact spare tire ......... .329
Department of Transportation
Uniform Tire Quality Grades . . . .325
General Information ........ .321
Inflation Pressure .......... .420
Pneumatic Suspension Mode for
Wheel Change ............ .329
Punctured Tire, use ......... .351
Replacement Tires .......... .327
Tire Pressure .............. .325
Tire Pressure Checkup ....... .326
Tire Safety Information ...... .321
TPMS - Tire Pressure Monitoring
System .................. .329
Tread Wear Indicators ....... .326
Winter Tires .............. .328
ToolKit................... .348
Towing
Towing a Disabled Vehicle .... .360
Towing the Vehicle ......... .360
Use
the Vehicle Tow Hook .... .360
Vehicle Towing Conditions .... .360Index
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