Maserati Ghibli 2021, Owner'S Manual

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Starting and Driving
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 Table” in
section "Maintenance and Care".
A new engine may consume some
oil during its first few thousand
kilometers/miles 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
1000 trip km (620 mi).
After starting the vehicle, do not
exceed 4000 rpm until the engine
has warmed up sufficiently (coolant
temperature: 65-70
°
C /149-158
°
F).
Trailer Towing
During the first 1000 km (620 mi) 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 “Warning
and Indicator Lights” 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.
WARNING!
Do not travel downhill with the
engine off, as the servo brake will no
longer function due to the vacuum
decrease and thus after a few braking
attempts, the system becomes totally
inefficient. The Electric Power Steering
will not provide assistance.
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD)
Your vehicle is equipped with a
sophisticated on-board diagnostic
system. This system monitors the
performance of the emissions, engine,