Maserati GranTurismo Sport 2015, Руководство пользователя

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- Avoid sudden changes in speed as
much as possible.
- Whenever possible, avoid passing
other vehicles.
- If you are forced to stop the vehicle
(breakdowns, impossibility of
proceeding due to poor visibility,
etc.), first of all, try to stop off of
the travel lane. Then turn on the
hazard lights and, if possible, the
low beams.
Sound the vehicle horn rhythmically
if you hear another vehicle
approaching.
- If you must get out of the vehicle,
wear a high-visibility vest.
Driving in the mountains
On downhill roads, use the engine
brake, engaging low gears so as not
to overheat the brakes.
- Never coast downhill with the
engine off or in neutral, and never
with the ignition key removed.
- Drive at a moderate speed and
avoid “cutting” corners.
- Remember that overtaking uphill
is slower and requires a longer free
stretch of road. If you are being
overtaken on a hill, slow down and
allow the other vehicle to pass.
Driving on snow or ice
Below is some advice for driving in
these conditions:
- Keep a very moderate speed.
- Fit snow chains or specific tires if
the road is covered with snow:
see the paragraphs “Snow chains”
and “Winter tires” in the chapter
“Tires” of this section.
- Mainly use the engine brake and
avoid sharp braking.
- We recommend that you activate
“Low grip” mode (see page 141).
- Avoid sudden acceleration and
sharp changes in direction.
- During the winter season, even
apparently dry roads can have icy
sections. Be careful when crossing
bridges, viaducts and roads that
have little exposure to the sun and
are bordered by trees and rocks.
They may be icy.
- Keep a safe distance from the
vehicles in front.