Maserati Quattroporte, Owner'S Manual

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Maintenance and Care
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.
• Return the blade to its original
position on the windscreen.
• Turn the multifunction lever to one
of the automatic settings (see chapter
"Wipers and Washers Control" in
section "Dashboard Instruments and
Controls") and move the ignition
device to the
RUN position: the
wiper arms will return to the resting
position.
NOTE:
Due to the difficulty of this operation,
we recommend that you contact the
Service Network for replacement of
the blades.
Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points,
including such items as seat tracks,
door hinge pivot points and rollers,
boot lid and hood, sliding parts of
power sunroof (if foreseen) and
hood hinges, should be lubricated
periodically with a lithium-based
grease. This action is essential to
preserve the original operation of
these components and to protect them
against rust and wear.
Prior to the application of any
lubricant, the parts concerned should
be wiped clean to remove dust
and grit; after lubricating excess
oil and grease should be removed.
Particular attention should also be
given to hood latching components
to ensure proper function. When
performing maintenance in the engine
compartment, the hood latch, release
mechanism and safety catch should be
cleaned and lubricated. The coupling
pin of the lock on the rear driver pillar
should be lubricated at least twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring.
Apply a small amount of high quality
lubricant directly on the bolt.