maintenance MASERATI LEVANTE 2019 Owners Manual

Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a Maserati.
This vehicle represents the result of Maserati's great experience in the design and production of sports, touring and
racing vehicles.
With this manual you will acquaint yourself with the equipment and options of your Maserati in order to take advantage
of its full potential.
Before driving your vehicle for the first time, we suggest reading the printed Quick Guide carefully in order to quickly
acquaint with commands and functions of your vehicle. You can consult this Owner's Manual and the Maserati Touch
Control Plus guide directly from the dashboard touchscreen display of your vehicle.
The updated version of the onboard documentation can be consulted by accessing the section “Services” on the website
www.maserati.com.
In a dedicated section of this manual you will also find instructions for basic maintenance procedures, in order to ensure
steady levels of performance, quality and safe driving.
Keep in mind that proper maintenance is an essential factor to help preserve the value of the vehicle over time and
protect the environment.
For “Scheduled Maintenance” or any other operation, contact your Authorized Maserati Dealer : you can trust our
trained technical staff, who is constantly updated and provided with the required equipment in order to ensure that all
service operations are performed properly and reliably.
The Quick guide and other documents contained in onboard documentation kit are integral part of the vehicle and
should always be kept on board.
You can purchase a printed copy of the documents visible on dashboard touchscreen display at your dealer of your
Authorized Maserati Dealer .
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Introduction
Before Starting
Understanding the Vehicle
Dashboard Instruments and Controls
Driving
In an Emergency
Maintenance and Care
Features and Specifications
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Updating Constant improvements are being
performed to maintain this vehicle's
high level of quality. Therefore, there
may be differences between this
manual and your vehicle.
Maserati reserves the right to carry out
design and functional changes and to
provide updates or improvements.
This Owner's Manual illustrates and
describes all versions of the current
vehicle model. Therefore, some of the
equipment and accessories in this
publication may not appear on your
vehicle; please only consider the
information related to your vehicle.
All specifications and illustrations
contained in this manual are as of the
Manual publishing date.
NOTE:
The updated version of the on-board
documentation can be consulted by
accessing the section “Services” on the
website www.maserati.com .Service and Warranty The information provided in this
manual is limited to instructions and
indications that are strictly required
for vehicle use and proper
maintenance.
By following these instructions
carefully, the vehicle will meet the
owner's satisfaction and best results.
We advise to have all service and
inspections completed only by an
Authorized Maserati Dealer , where
you will find a specially trained staff
and the proper equipment to repair
your vehicle.
Please visit the www.maserati.com to
find the nearest Authorized Maserati
Dealer .
All features and accessories installed
on the vehicle have been designed by
Maserati engineers and have
successfully passed rigorous tests,
submitted in all conditions of use.
Installing aftermarket components or
accessories not approved by Maserati
may interfere with the vehicle
electronics and compromise driving
safety and possibly voiding the
warranty coverage.
Nor do the warranties cover the costs
of repairing damage or conditions
caused by any changes to your vehicle that do not comply with Maserati’s
specifications.
An Authorized Maserati Dealer is at
your complete disposal for any
information and questions you may
have.
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Suggestions for Obtaining
Service for Your Vehicle Prepare for the Appointment If warranty work is required, be sure
to have the right papers with you and
take your warranty folder. Not all
work being performed may be
covered by the warranty: therefore
discuss additional charges with the
service manager. It is advisable to keep
a maintenance log of your vehicle’s
service history, as this can often
provide a clue to the current problem.
Prepare a List Make a written list of your vehicle’s
problems or the specific work you
wish to be performed. If the vehicle
has had an accident or work done that
is not indicated on the maintenance
log, please communicate this to the
service advisor.
Optimize the Requests If there are a number of items
needing attention, it is advisable to
discuss this with your service advisor to
agree on the order of priorities.
At many Authorized Dealers/Service
Centers , it is possible to obtain a
loaner vehicle or a rental vehicle at a minimal daily charge. If you need a
rental vehicle, it is advisable to make
these arrangements prior to the visit,
for example when you call to set the
appointment.
If You Need Assistance The manufacturer/Maserati and its
Authorized Dealers/Service Network
set highest priority to the client’s
satisfaction with the products and
services.
Warranty service must be performed
by an Authorized Maserati
Dealer/Service Center .
Should there be any issues, please
keep in mind that most matters can be
resolved with the following process.
• If for some reason you are still not
satisfied, please contact the general
manager or owner of the Service
Center, it is their responsibility to
assist you.
• If a Service Center is unable to
resolve the issue, you may contact
Maserati Customer Center .
Any communication to the Maserati
Consumer Affairs should include the
following information:
• Owner’s name and address.
• Owner’s telephone number (home
and office).
• Maserati Service Center name.
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
• Vehicle delivery date and mileage.Introduction
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immediately inform Transport Canada
in addition to notifying Maserati
North America, Inc.
Transport Canada can be contacted at:
1-800-333-0510
Teletypewriter (TTY): 613 990-4500
Fax: 1-819-994-3372
Mailing Address: Transport Canada -
Road Safety, 80 rue Noël, Gatineau,
(Quebec) J8Z 0A1.
In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a
safety defect, contact the Customer
Service Department immediately.
Canadian customers who wish to
report a safety defect to the Canadian
government should contact Transport
Canada, Motor Vehicle Defect
Investigations and Recalls at
1-800-333-0510 or go to
http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/ Parts Service Genuine Maserati parts keep the
reliability, comfort and performance
of your new car unchanged
throughout its life.
For service and scheduled
maintenance Maserati suggests you to
ask for genuine parts since they are
the result of constant research and
development, reliability test and new
technologies, as well as they are
specifically designed for this vehicle.
Aftermarket Parts &
Accessories Statement Modification of the vehicle or
installation of any accessory or
components attached to the vehicle
which alters the original engineering
and/or vehicle operating
specifications, or which result in
damage to the other original
components, electrical interference,
electrical short(s), radio static, water
leaks and wind noise may result in
damage to genuine components,
compromise the safety of the vehicle
and may affect the validity of the new
car warranty on the vehicle.
Non-genuine Maserati Parts Non-genuine Maserati Parts (while
you may elect to use non-genuine
Maserati parts for maintenance or
repair services), Maserati North
America, Inc. is not obligated to pay
for repairs that include non-genuine
Maserati parts or for any damage
resulting from the use of non-genuine
parts. Maserati will not accept any
liability for any parts and accessories
not approved by Maserati, including
Dealer-installed accessories not
distributed by Maserati North
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NOTE:
Membership is intended to cover
emergencies and is not intended to be
a substitute for proper vehicle
maintenance or repair. Repeated calls
which are considered by Maserati
North America, Inc. Signature Motor
Club, Inc. or Signature Motor Club of
California, Inc. to be excessive may, at
our discretion, result in cancellation of
the membership.
Emergency road service providers are
independent contractors and are not
employees, agents or representatives
of Maserati North America, Inc.
Signature Motor Club, Inc. or
Signature Motor Club of California,
Inc.
Under this Agreement
• You will not be required to pay any
sum for services up to the mileage
limit on towing.
• Your registered Maserati vehicle is
the vehicle covered. The Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) that
appears on the vehicle represents
your identification number with
Signature Motor Club, Inc. or
Signature Motor Club of California,
Inc. • NEW VEHICLES: Your membership
begins on the date the Registered
Vehicle was originally sold (in service
date) and continues until the
expiration date of the New Car
Limited Warranty or unless
terminated by Maserati North
America, Inc. for cause.
• PRE OWNED VEHICLES: Your
membership begins on the date the
registered vehicle was sold (in service
date) and continues until the
expiration date of the Maserati
Certified Pre-Owned Limited
Warranty or unless terminated by
Maserati North America, Inc for
cause. Address Inquiries to
General Inquiries:
Maserati Roadside Assistance
P.O. Box 968008
Schaumburg, IL 60173
Rental Car Reimbursements:
Within 20 days of your rental car
transaction, the original pre-printed
rental car receipt, which must include
your name, address, telephone
number, VIN, rental dates and the
corresponding warranty repair order
should be submitted to:
Maserati Roadside Assistance ATTN:
Maserati Rental Car Claims Dept.
P.O. Box 8140
Ft. Washington, PA 19034Introduction
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Pretensioners work for all size
occupant restraint systems, including
the child restraint systems.
NOTE:
To obtain the highest degree of
protection from the action of the
pretensioning device, wear the seat
belt tight to the chest and pelvis.
Pretensioners are triggered by the
Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). A
pretensioner may be used only once
because it is a pyrotechnic device.
Pretensioners do not require any
maintenance or lubrication: any
changes to its original conditions will
invalidate its efficiency. If, due to
unusual natural events (floods, sea
storms, etc.), the device has been
affected by water and mud, it must be
replaced. WARNING!
It is strictly forbidden to remove or
tamper with the pretensioner
components. Any service intervention
must be carried out only by qualified
and authorized personnel. Always
contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer.
CAUTION!
Operations which lead to impacts,
vibrations or localized heating (over
212°F/100°C for a maximum of 6 hours
max.) in the area around the
pretensioners may damage or deploy
them erroneously. These devices are
not affected by vibrations caused by
uneven road surfaces or low obstacles.
Contact the Authorized Maserati
Dealer for any intervention that may
be required.
Enhanced Seat Belt Use
Reminder System (BeltAlert ®
)BeltAlert ®
is a feature intended to
remind the driver and front passenger
to fasten their seat belts.
The feature activates with engine
running. If the driver or front seat passenger is unbelted, the seat belt
reminder light
and the related
message will turn on in the instrument
cluster. Message remains on for 5
seconds.
The BeltAlert ®
warning sequence
begins after the vehicle speed is over 5
mph (8 km/h) for more than 19
seconds, by blinking the seat belt
reminder light
and message and by
sounding an intermittent chime.
Once the sequence starts, it will
continue for the entire duration. After
the sequence completes, the seat belt
reminder light
remains illuminated
until the respective seat belts are
fastened and the message remains on
for 5 seconds.
If the opened front door on the driver
or passenger side is closed and the
occupant presence sensor detects a
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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-
vehicle
WARNING!
• Deployed air bags and seat belt
pretensioners cannot protect you in
another collision. Have the air bags,
seat belt pretensioners, and the
front seat belt retractor assemblies
replaced by an Authorized Maserati
Dealer. Also, have the Occupant
Restraint Controller (ORC) system
serviced as well.
• Have the air bag checked, serviced
and replaced only by an Authorized Maserati Dealer.
Air Bag System Maintenance
WARNING!
• Modifications to any part of the air
bag system could cause it to fail;
thus you could be injured if the air
bag system is not there to protect
you. Do not modify the components
or wiring. Do not modify the front
bumper, vehicle body structure, or
add aftermarket side steps or
running boards.
• It is dangerous to try to repair any
part of the air bag system without
the necessary know-how.
• Do not attempt to modify any part
of your air bag system. The air bag
may inflate accidentally or may not
function properly if modifications
are made. Take your vehicle to an
Authorized Maserati Dealer for any
air bag system service. If your seat
including your trim cover and
cushion needs to be serviced in any
way (including removal or
loosening/tightening of seat
attachment bolts), take the vehicle
to an Authorized Maserati Dealer.
• Only Maserati manufacturer approved seat accessories may be
used. If it is necessary to modify the
air bag system for persons with
disabilities, contact an Authorized
Maserati Dealer.
• If the speedometer, Rev Counter, or
any engine related gauges are not
working, the Occupant Restraint
Controller (ORC) may also be
disabled. The air bags may not be
ready to inflate for your protection.
Promptly check the fuse block for
blown fuses. To identify the air bag
fuse see “Fuse Replacement” in
section "Maintenance and Care". See
an Authorized Maserati Dealer if the
fuse does not fix the problem.
Transport of persons with
disability If it is necessary to modify the
advanced air bag system of your
vehicle to accommodate a person with
disabilities, contact an Authorized
Maserati Dealer .
WARNING!
• The advanced air bag system of your
vehicle is not designed to protect
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Seat Forward/Rearward Adjustment
The seat can be adjusted both forward
and rearward.
Push the seat switch 1 forward or
rearward, the seat will move in the
direction of the switch.
Release the switch 1 when the desired
position is reached.
Seat Up/Down Adjustment
The height of the seat can be adjusted
up- or downward. Grip switch 1 from the back side and
push it down or up.
Release the switch 1 when the desired
position is reached.
CAUTION!
If the seat's movement does not work,
make sure that the corresponding fuse
is not tripped (see chapter “Fuse
Replacement” in section “Maintenance
and Care”).
Seat Tilt Control (Up/Down)
The
angle of the seat cushion can be
adjusted in four directions.
Pull upward or push the front of the
switch 1 , to move the front cushion
seat in the direction of the switch.
Release the switch 1 when the desired
position is reached.
Seat Back Tilt Control
The angle of the seatback can be
adjusted forward or rearward.
Push the seatback switch 2 forward or
rearward, the upper seatback will
move in the direction of the switch.
Release the switch 2 when the desired
position is reached. Power Lumbar
Push the switch 3 forward or rearward
to increase or decrease the lumbar
support.
Push the switch 3 upward or
downward to raise or lower the
lumbar support.
WARNING!
• Never adjust the seat while driving.
You could lose control of the vehicle.
Moving the seat could distract you
or make you press a pedal
unintentionally.
• Seats should be adjusted before
fastening the seat belts and while
the vehicle is parked.
• Do not ride with the seatback
reclined so that the shoulder belt is
no longer resting against your chest.
In a collision you could slide under
the seat belt, which could result in
serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
Do not place any object under a power
seat or obstruct its movement as it may
cause damage to the seat controls.Understanding the Vehicle
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Wipers and Washers The multifunction lever operates the
wipers and washers acting on the
windshield and on the window of the
liftgate when the ignition switch is
placed in RUN or ACC position. The
multifunction lever is located on the
left side of the steering column.
The windshield washer and headlight
washer (if equipped) share the same
fluid reservoir, and a low fluid level is
indicated by the same indicator light
and by the message on the
instrument cluster.
To refill the fluid, see “Maintenance
Procedures” in section “Maintenance
and Care”. CAUTION!
• Turn the washer acting on the
windshield and on the window of
the liftgate wipers off when driving
through an automatic car wash. The
windshield wipers may be damaged
if the wiper control is left in any
position other than “OFF”.
• In cold weather, always turn off the
wiper switch and allow the wipers to
return to the park position before
turning off the engine. If the wiper
switch is left on and the wipers
freeze to the windshield and/or to
the window of the liftgate, the
wiper motor may be damaged when
the vehicle is restarted.
• Always remove any buildup of snow
that prevents the wiper blades from
returning to the off position. If the
wiper control is turned off and the
blades cannot return to the off
position, the wiper motor may be
damaged.
Windshield Wipers • Rotate the end of the multifunction
lever to one of the four settings to
activate the automatic intermittent setting (see “Rain Sensing Wipers”
paragraph in this chapter).
• For low speed wiper operation
(stable position "LO"): rotate the
end of the multifunction control
lever forward to the first trigger
after the intermittent setting.
• Rotate to the second trigger after
the intermittent setting for
high-speed (stable position HI) wiper
operation.
• Rotate the end of the lever
backward to the “MIST” position to
activate a single wipe cycle. The
wipers will continue to operate until
you release the multifunction lever.
• To turn the wipers off rotate the
lever to “OFF”.Understanding the Vehicle
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