ECO mode MASERATI LEVANTE 2019 Repair Manual

Button
pressed: LED ON
Button not
pressed: LED OFF OFF
ROAD OFF
ROAD OFF
ROAD OFF
ROAD OFF
ROAD OFF
ROAD
I.C.E. I.C.E. I.C.E. I.C.E. I.C.E.
I.C.E.
SPORT SPORT SPORT SPORT SPORT
SPORT
CORSA CORSA CORSA CORSA CORSA CORSA
Upshift rev.
limiter Ye s Ye s Ye s Yes (No, when in
M+/-) Not Yes (No, when
in M+/-)
Automatic
downshift Normal Normal (Anti -
Stall, when in
M+/-) Normal Performance
(Anti - Stall,
when in M+/-) Anti - Stall Performance
(Anti - Stall,
when in M+/-)
Shifting timing Normal Normal Comfort Sport (Quick -
Sport, when in
M+/-) Quick - Corsa Sport (Quick -
Sport, when in
M+/-)
NOTE:
A different drive mode can be set even
with engine running and vehicle in
motion.
To activate a drive mode, press briefly
the corresponding button. The LED
beside the button will light up and set
drive mode screen will be displayed
(example in the figure: NORMAL) for 5
seconds. Activate/Deactivate
(ESC OFF) Drive
Mode
To activate (ESC OFF) drive mode
press the corresponding button for at
least 3 seconds: the yellow LED on the
button will turn on.Driving
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Drive Mode Default Condition Possible Ride Height / Command
ESC Corsa • Other ride heights can not be set when in
“CORSA” mode.
• Entry/Exit / Via dedicated drive height
selector according to current speed.Corsa
Aero 2
ESC Sport • Normal / Via dedicated drive height selector
according to current speed.
• Aero1/Via dedicated drive height selector
according to current speed.
• Aero 2 / Only speed dependent.
• Entry/Exit / Via dedicated drive height
selector according to current speed.Sport
Aero 1
Automatic Selection of “NORMAL”
Drive Mode upon Ignition
(Predominant Mode)
If “Off Road” drive mode was set
before switching off the vehicle,
“NORMAL” drive mode will be set
automatically upon re-ignition. Over
3 mph (5 km/h), vehicle height if was
set to “Off Road 1” or “Off Road 2”
will lower to “Normal” ride height if
no other inputs from the user. I.C.E. Mode excluding ESC
To release the vehicle in low grip
conditions (e.g.: heaps of snow, mud,
sand, etc), it is possible to shift the
transmission in the specific driving
mode as required for these situations,
by pressing the I.C.E. button and to
exclude completely the yaw and
spinning control system, by pressing
the button for at last three seconds
(ESC OFF). Setting Ride Height The pneumatic suspension system
ensures vehicle continuous automatic
leveling and allows setting ground
clearance by simply moving the ride
height selector.
The selector can be moved forward
(
) and backward ( )byone
position at a time in order to set six
different heights. Every position is
identified by the switch-on of the
corresponding LED at the left side ofDriving
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the position of the vehicle with little
suspension movements to ensure a
proper appearance.
Display Messages
After shifting selector to change
position, a pop-up message will
indicate for 5 seconds when set
position has been reached (after
pneumatic suspension system
intervention that might last up to 30
seconds).
This type of message will be displayed
only if the option to view all
pneumatic suspension system messages
was set (For further details, refer to
“MTC+ Settings” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
Set ride height and drive mode can be
monitored on instrument cluster
display via “Drive mode” menu, using
buttons on the right-hand side of the steering wheel (see chapter
“Instrument Cluster” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”).
The change from one position to
another can occur only if the following
requirements are met.
• Lifting: engine running, speed lower
than preset limit, etc.
• Lowering: engine running, speed
lower than preset limit, doors closed,
etc.
Ride height change can be temporarily
suspended or disabled under the
following conditions, as indicated in
the pop-up messages on instrument
cluster display.
• High speed: decrease speed to set
new height.
• Pneumatic suspension system
overheat: wait for the system to cool
down before changing height.
• Door(s) and/or liftgate open: close
door(s) and liftgate to lower the
vehicle.
• Pneumatic suspension system
temporarily disabled or in fault: wait
a few minutes and repeat the
operation or contact an Authorized
Maserati Dealer . • Low battery: start the engine to
recharge battery and change ride
height.
• Entry/Exit position not available:
check the cause preventing this
control.
Using the Ride Height Positions and
speed Thresholds
The different ride heights that can be
set with the selector allow user to
drive the vehicle on and off road,
using the available drive modes and
functions.
NOTE:
The indications below explain as a
general rule which selector position
has to be used in certain situations and
which are the speed thresholds at
which it is possible to set the available
ride height and when system
automatically switches to a different
height. In any case, the driver must
always assess and set the ride height
and drive mode most suitable to the
conditions of the current driving path
on a case by case basis.
• Normal : normal ground clearance.
This is the standard height position
of the pneumatic suspension and is
meant for normal road conditions.Driving
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In this ride height position driver can
set the “NORMAL” and “I.C.E. drive
modes. After the engine is switched
off, the drive mode is set to
“NORMAL”. If “OFF ROAD” drive
mode was set, “NORMAL” mode will
be set, but the user-set ride height
will remain until the speed threshold
is reached.
• Off Road 1 : raises the vehicle by
approx. 1 in (25 mm).
This is the height suitable for most
off road driving conditions until the
other off road option is needed. This
ride height can set only in “OFF
ROAD” drive mode. Select this
height while the vehicle speed is
below 50 mph (80 km/h). When in
the “Off Road 1” height, if the
vehicle speed remains between
80 km/h (50 mph) and 56 mph
(90 km/h) for over 30 seconds or if
vehicle speed exceeds 56 mph
(90 km/h), the vehicle will be
automatically lowered to
“NORMAL” height. For further
details, refer to "Off-road Drive" in
this section.
• Off Road 2 : raises the vehicle by
approx. 1.5 in (40 mm).
This height is intended for off-road
use only where maximum ground
clearance is required. This ride height can be set only in “OFF
ROAD” drive mode.
Select this height while the vehicle
speed is below 18 mph (30 km/h).
When in the “Off Road 2” height, if
the vehicle speed remains between
18 mph (30 km/h) and 25 mph (40
km/h) for over 30 seconds or if
vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph
(40 km/h), the vehicle will be
automatically lowered to “Off Road
1” height. For further details, refer
to "Off-road drive" in this section.
• Aero 1 : lowers the vehicle by approx.
0.8 in (20 mm).
This height provides improved
aerodynamics by lowering the
vehicle. This ride height is available
in “NORMAL”, “SPORT ”, “
(Suspension)“ or “I.C.E.” drive
mode. System automatically lowers
the vehicle when speed remains
between 74 mph (120 km/h) and
80 mph (130 km/h) for over 15
seconds or if the vehicle speed
exceeds 80 mph (130 km/h). The
system will return to “NORMAL”
height when the vehicle speed
remains between 62 mph (100 km/h)
and 56 mph (90 km/h) for over 15
seconds or if the vehicle speed falls
below 56 mph (90 km/h). The vehicle
will enter “Aero 1” height, regardless of vehicle speed if the
“SPORT” mode is set.
• Aero 2 : lowers the vehicle by approx.
1.4 in (35 mm).
It is the height ensuring excellent
aerodynamics for top performance
by further lowering the vehicle. This
ride height is available in
“NORMAL”, “SPORT ”, “
(Suspension)“ or “I.C.E.” drive
mode.
This is the default ride height when
“CORSA” drive mode (TROFEO
version only) is set. System
automatically lowers the vehicle
when speed exceeds 105 mph
(170 km/h) or when it remains
between 105 mph (170 km/h) and
115 mph (185 km/h) for over 15
seconds. The system will return to
Aero 1 height when the vehicle
speed remains between 96 mph
(155 km/h) and 87 mph (140 km/h)
for over 15 seconds or if the vehicle
speed falls below 87 mph (140 km/h).
• Easy/Entry : lowers the vehicle by
approx. 1.8 in (45 mm).
This mode lowers the vehicle for
easier passenger entry and exit as
well as lowering the rear of the
vehicle for easier loading and
unloading of cargo from the trunk.
This ride height can be set only inDriving
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Active Alternator To improve overall efficiency by
reducing the auxiliary loads on the
engine, the vehicle is equipped with a
smart alternator that is mainly active
in the latter energy balance phases
(for example, during braking, coasting
and overloading). The alternator
becomes active when the battery
charge is insufficient and when the
vehicle exits from the braking and
overload situations.
Active Alternator Feature (if feature is
available)
In the I.C.E. screen, the user can display
in the form of dynamic bars some
informative parameters on the state of
battery charge ("CHARGE"), efficiency
of drive style ("EFFICIENCY") and the
matured economy (“
” bonus range)
expressed in miles (mi) or kilometres
(km). The bonus range (about 37 mi / 60 km
for each full of fuel) is automatically
reset every time the vehicle is refueled.
Off-Road Drive This vehicle is equipped with a specific
“Off Road” driving mode which allows
to drive through various terrain
conditions (rock, mud, sand), also
uphill and downhill, eventually in
condition of lateral inclination.
To set the "OFF ROAD" drive mode,
please see the paragraphs “Setting the
Drive Mode” and “Setting Ride
Height” of chapter “Drive Mode” in
this section.
In order to enhance this specific
performance, the "OFF ROAD" drive
mode modifies the setting of:
• Ride height;
• Engine, transmission calibration;
• Suspensions.
When “OFF ROAD” is selected, ride
height is set to “Off Road 1” (vehicle is
higher by approx. 1 in / 25 mm).
It is possible to select ride height “Off
Road 2” (vehicle is raised by approx.
1.5 in / 40 mm) using the ride height
selector.
“OFF ROAD” drive mode is limited up
to a max speed of 56 mph (90 km/h). In
case the vehicle speed should exceed
this limit, the drive mode will be
de-selected automatically and the
drive mode will return to “NORMAL”.Driving
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“Off Road 2” ride height is limited
instead up to a max speed of 25 mph
(40 km/h). In case the vehicle speed
should exceed this limit, ride height
will be put automatically to “Off Road
1” while driving mode will remain
“OFF ROAD”.
An advantage of the higher ground
clearance is a better view of the road,
allowing you to anticipate problems.
A higher clearance and the longer
travel of the suspension might allow
the vehicle to overcome some
obstacles.
A higher ground clearance means a
higher center of gravity. If at all
possible, avoid sharp turns or abrupt
maneuvers. Failure to operate this
vehicle correctly may result in loss of
control or vehicle rollover .
Although the pneumatic suspension
system contributes to limiting these
risks by setting precautionary speed
thresholds, the driver must always pay
utmost attention and drive carefully.
WARNING!
“Off Road 2” ride height must always
be selected in case of water fording.
Please remember water fording limits:
max depth of the water must be lower than 19 in (50 cm) and crossing
speed lower than 5 mph (8 km/h).
In “OFF ROAD” drive mode, also
engine,
transmission settings are
changed in order to provide the most
suitable level of torque and selected
gear to improve traction on
low-adherence condition and uphill
climbing.
WARNING!
In case of downhill, the use of the Hill
Descent Control (HDC) is
recommended, especially for relevant
slope and in case of low-adherence
conditions.
Also suspensions (Skyhook Continuous
Damping
Control) are set
to a specific
calibration in “OFF ROAD” drive
mode, in order to obtain the right
damping force provided by the shock
absorbers, combined with the
increased ride heights “Off Road 1”
and “Off Road 2”.
Driving Through Water Set maximum ride height “Off Road
2” before driving through water.
Although your vehicle is capable of
driving through water, a number precautions must be considered
before entering the water.
NOTE:
Your vehicle is capable of water
fording to a maximum of 19 in (50 cm)
of water. To maintain optimal
performance of your vehicle’s heating
and ventilation system it is
recommended to switch the system
into recirculation mode during water
fording.
CAUTION!
When driving through water, do not
exceed 5 mph (8 km/h). Always check
water depth before entering, as a
precaution. Check all fluids
afterwards: driving through water
may cause damage to engine and
driveline that may not be covered by
the new vehicle limited warranty.
Driving through water more than a
few
inches/centimeters deep will
require extra caution to ensure safety
and prevent damage to your vehicle. If
you must drive through water, try to
determine the depth and the bottom
condition (and location of any
obstacles) prior to entering. Proceed
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threshold for ESC activation, allowing
higher wheel spin than normally
granted by the ESC system. The
(ESC
OFF) button is fitted beside the gear
shift lever: to deactivate the system see
“Drive Mode” in this section.
WARNING!
In SPORT mode the ESC control
thresholds are higher for maximum
performance on dry road surface. To
ensure maximum security of the ESC,
it is recommended not to activate
SPORT mode on surfaces with
medium- and low-grip (e.g., wet,
snow, dirt, etc..) with ESC system
active (
(ESC OFF) button not
pressed).
NOTE:
• When in “ESC of f” mode, the TCS
functionality of ESC is deactivated
(except for the limited slip feature
described in the TCS paragraph of
this chapter). All other stability
features of ESC function regularly.
• To improve the vehicle's traction
when driving with snow chains, or
when starting off in deep snow,
sand, or gravel, it may be desirable
to switch to the “ESC off” mode by pressing the
(ESC OFF) button and
remain in this operational mode no
longer than needed. Once the
situation requiring “ESC off” mode is
overcome, turn the ESC on again by
pressing the
(ESC OFF) button. This
may also be performed while in
motion.
Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
and Electronic Brake-force
Distribution (EBD) The Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
provides increased vehicle stability and
brake performance under most
braking conditions. The system
automatically “pumps” the brakes
during severe braking to prevent
wheel lock-up.
The Electronic Brake-force Distribution
(EBD) prevents the rear wheels from
over-braking and provides greater
control of available braking forces
applied to the rear axle.
WARNING!
The ABS helps prevent the wheels
from locking, but it does not increase
the physical grip limits between the
tires and the road. Therefore, always
keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of yours and reduce your
speed when entering a curve.
NOTE:
• When
the vehicle's speed is higher
than 7 mph (11 km/h), you may hear
a slight clicking sound as well as
other motor noises. The system is
performing a self-check cycle to
ensure that the ABS is working
properly.
• This self-check occurs each time the
vehicle is started and accelerated
past 7 mph (11 km/h).
ABS is activated during braking under
certain road or stopping conditions.
ABS-inducing conditions can include
ice, snow, gravel, bumps, railroad
tracks, loose debris.
You may also experience the following
when the brake system goes into Anti-
Lock:
• The ABS motor running (it may
continue to run for a short time after
the vehicle stops).
• The clicking sound of solenoid valves.
• Brake pedal pulsations.
• A slight drop or fall away of the
brake pedal at the end of the stop.
These are all normal characteristics of
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• HDC will be deactivated but remain
available when driver pushes the
accelerator steadily, without
exceeding 18 mph (30 km/h). A
pop-up message and the
green
light will stay on.
• When the vehicle speed exceeds
18 mph (30 km/h) but is lower than
31 mph (50 km/h) this function turns
to stand-by mode, the
light with
below the set speed turns white. In
this case, to reset the function it is
necessary to push up (RES +)
multifunction switch.
• While, if speed exceeds 31 mph
(50 km/h), or when driving beyond
18 mph (30 km/h) for over 70
seconds, system will immediately
disable the feature and the
light
will turn off. Brake Overheating with HDC
The icon on instrument cluster display
and the LED on steering wheel button
will flash when HDC deactivates due
to overheated brakes. The flashing
will stop and HDC will activate again
once the brakes have cooled
sufficiently.
WARNING!
• HDC is only intended to assist the
driver in controlling vehicle speed
when descending hills. The driver
must remain attentive to the driving
conditions and is responsible for
maintaining a safe vehicle speed.
• Prolonged use of the system might
overheat the brakes. In case of
brake overheating, the HDC, if
active, will be progressively
deactivated after warning the driver
(switch-off of LED on button);
feature can be reactivated only after
brake temperature will have
decreased sufficiently. Distance that
can be traveled depends on brake
temperature, load and vehicle
speed.
• The performance of a vehicle
equipped with HDC must never be
exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner that could jeopardize the
driver’s safety or the safety of
others.
WARNING!
California Proposition 65
Operating, servicing and maintaining
a passenger vehicle or off-road vehicle
can expose you to chemicals including
such as, engine exhaust, carbon
monoxide, phthalates and lead, that
which are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To
minimize exposure, avoid breathing
exhaust, do not idle the engine except
as necessary, service your vehicle in a
well-ventilated area and wear gloves
or wash your hands frequently when
servicing your vehicle. For more
information go to:
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-
vehicleDriving
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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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below the set speed with steady light
will be displayed.
Resume Speed To resume a previously set speed, push
upward the multifunction switch (RES
+) and release. The
green light with
below the set speed will illuminate on
the instrument cluster. Resume can be
used at any speed above 18 mph
(30 km/h).
Using Electronic Cruise Control
on Hills The transmission may be downshifted
on hills to maintain the vehicle set
speed. The CC system maintains set
speed up and down hills. A slight
speed change on moderate hills is
normal. On steep slopes it is
recommended to drive without CC.
WARNING!
Electronic Cruise Control can be
dangerous where the system cannot
maintain a constant speed. Do not use
electronic Cruise Control in heavy
traffic or on winding, icy,
snow-covered or slippery roads. Adaptive Cruise Control -
ACC (optional) ADAS Equipments The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is
part of ADAS equipments together
with:
• Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
• Active Blind Spot Assist (ABSA)
• Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
• Highway Assist (HAS)
• Traffic Sign Assist (TSA).
FCW, HAS and TSA are separate
functions that may not be present in
the ADAS equipment. For more details
see “Forward Collision Warning -
FCW”, “Highway Assist - HAS" and
"Traffic Sign Assist - TSA" in this
section.
NOTE:
LKA and ABSA are described in the
relevant chapters of this section.
ACC Preview The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
further increases the drive comfort
ensured by the Cruise Control when
driving on highways and freeways.
Always consider that ACC is not a safety system and is not designed to
prevent accidents.
The ACC allows driver to keep Cruise
Control active in limited or moderate
traffic conditions with no need to
constantly restore the Cruise Control.
The ACC uses a radar sensor, located
on the front grille behind the trident,
and the forward-facing camera behind
the internal rear-view mirror to detect
the presence of a vehicle ahead at a
close distance and moving in the same
direction.
This vehicle, in this chapter, will be
indicated as "target vehicle" or
"vehicle ahead".
NOTE:
• If the sensor detects no vehicle
ahead, the ACC system will maintain
set steady speed.
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