Maserati Ghibli 2021, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance and Care
indicated in the message, stop the
engine and avoid using the car in this
condition.
Wiper Maintenance and Blades
Replacement
Windshield Wiper Arms Lifting
When the windshield wiper arms are
in rest position it is not possible to
check or replace the blades as they
remain under the engine hood.
To service the blades it is necessary
to move the wiper arms in “Service”
position (see chapter “Wipers
and Washers Control” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”). In this way it is possible to
lift the arms for cleaning or replacing
the wiper blades.
WARNING!
It is dangerous to operate or service
the wiper blades with the windshield
wipers in an active position (any
position different from “OFF”) and
with the ignition device in the RUN
position. The rain sensors may
suddenly activate the wipers. Always
use the “Service” position for any
intervention on the windshield wiper
blades.
Windshield Wiper Maintenance
Life expectancy of wiper blades varies
depending on the geographical area’s
weather conditions where the car
is used and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present
with chattering, marks on the glass,
water lines or wet spots. If any of
these conditions are present, clean the
wiper blades or replace if necessary.
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper
blades and the windshield/rear
window glasses periodically with
a sponge or soft cloth and a mild
nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove
accumulations of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry
glass for long periods may cause
deterioration of the wiper blades.
Always use washer fluid when using
the wipers to remove salt or dirt from
a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades
to remove frost or ice from the
windshield. Keep the blade rubber out
of contact with petroleum products
such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
Spray nozzles
If the jet does not work, first check
that there is fluid in the tank (see
paragraph “Level checks” in this
section) then check that the nozzles
are not clogged.
Windshield Wiper Blades Replacement
• Move the wiper arms into “Service”
position, (see chapter “Wipers
and Washers Control” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and
Controls”) and lift them.
• Press the indicated button, slip off
the blade support from the arm and
replace it.