Maserati Quattroporte Automatic, Owner'S Manual

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Level checks
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Power steering fluid
WARNING: Make sure that the power
steering fluid does not come in touch
with the engine hot parts as it is
flammable.
With the vehicle on a level ground and
the engine cold, check that the fluid
level corresponds with the MAX notch
on the tank cap dipstick.
To carry out the check, unscrew the
cap, clean the dipstick, tighten the cap
back on tight, remove it again and
check the level.
When the oil is hot, the level may even
exceed the MAX notch.
If necessary, top up with fluid making
sure that it has the same characteristics
as the one already used in the system.
Brake fluid
Check that the fluid level in the tank is
at the maximum level. If the level
drops below the minimum level, with
the ignition key turned to MAR, the
warning light
turns on on the
instrument panel.
If fluid is needed, use only the type
classified as DOT4.
WARNING: The brake fluid is
hygroscopic (i.e. it absorbs humidity).
For this reason, if the vehicle is used
mainly in areas with a high rate of
atmospheric humidity, the fluid should
be changed more frequently than
indicated in the Service Time Schedule.
WARNING: Do not let the brake fluid,
which is highly corrosive, come into
contact with the paintwork. If this
should happen, wash the paintwork
immediately with water.
WARNING: The symbol on the
container identifies the synthetic type
of brake fluid, distinguishing it from
the mineral type. Using mineral fluids
damages the special rubber linings of
the brake system beyond repair.
MAX
MA MAX X MIN
MA MAX X MAX
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