Maserati Ghibli, Owner'S Manual

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• Unsnap both ends and lift the filter
access cover.
• Remove the used filter slipping it off
from within the air intake.
• Install the new filter with arrows
pointing in the direction of airflow,
which is toward the rear of the
vehicle (text and arrows on the filter
will indicate this).
• Close the filter access cover and
reinstall the access door.
CAUTION!
Failure to replace the filter may
considerably reduce the air
conditioning and heating system
efficiency.
Windshield Wiper Maintenance
and Blades Replacement
When the wiper arms are in “Park”
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 “Windshield Wipers and
Washers” in section 3). In this way it is
possible to turn and lift the arms for
the desired intervention.
WARNING!
It is dangerous to operate or service
the wiper blades with the wipers in
an active position (different than
“OFF”) and with the ignition switch in
the RUN position. The rain sensors
may suddenly activate the wipers.
Always use the “Service” position for
any intervention on the wipers
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, 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 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.
Maintenance and Care
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