Historical info

1914

The Alfieri Maserati garage is founded in Bologna.

1926

Targa Florio, Tipo 26: debut and victory of a vehicle sporting the Trident symbol on the hood, inspired by the statue of Neptune in Bologna.

1927

Emilio Maserati becomes the outright Italian champion with the Type 26.

1929

Baconin Borzacchini in the Type V4: World land speed record over 10 km at 246 kph.

1930

Borzacchini in the Type V4: first Grand Prix victory in Tripoli.

1933

Maserati, the most prestigious European manufacturer introduces the hydraulic brake control in its racing vehicles. Giuseppe Campari in a Type 8CM wins the French Grand Prix and Tazio Nuvolari wins in Belgium and Nice.

1934

Giuseppe Furmanik in a Type 4CM: World land speed record in the class 1100 at 222 kph.

1939

Wilbur Shaw on a 8CTF wins the Indianapolis 500: Maserati is to remain the first and only Italian manufacturer to win on the legendary Indy motor speedway.

1940

The company moves headquarters to Modena.

1947

The first Granturismo is built: the A6 1500 with bodywork by Pininfarina. The A6GCS racing version debuts victoriously with Alberto Ascari on the Modena circuit.

1954

The 250F, the single-seater which will allow the Maserati to win the Formula 1 World Championships, makes its first appearance winning in Argentina.

1957

Fangio in the 250F wins the world title. At the end of the season, Maserati officially withdraws from racing.

1961

The 3500 GT is the first Italian vehicle to adopt fuel injection.

1963

Production begins of the Mistral and the Quattroporte, the fastest sedan car in the world.

1966

The Ghibli is presented, a coupé designed by Giugiaro.

1968

The Citrôen becomes a partner in the company and the V6 engine goes into production.

The 2+2 Indy is presented.

1971

The Bora is presented, the first Maserati Granturismo with a central engine.

Followed a year later by the Merak.

1973

The Khamsin, designed by Bertone, replaces the Ghibli.

1975

Citrôen leaves the company, which is then bought out by Alejandro De Tomaso.

1976

The new Quattroporte is presented, designed by Giugiaro, which will go on to be used as the official car of the President of the Italian Republic.

1981

De Tomaso changes marketing strategy and starts production of the Biturbo, a two-door sedan with a sixcylinder engine.

1989

The Shamal is the first vehicle to adopt the new biturbo eight-cylinder engine.

1993

Fiat Auto buys out the entire Maserati share package and in 1998 presents the Quattroporte.

1997

Ferrari acquires the majority of Maserati shareholding.

1998

Quattroporte Evoluzione V8 3.2 - V6 2.8.

3200 GT V8.

1999

3200 GT V8 Automatica.

2000

Alfieri Maserati Garage Customization Program.

2001

Production begins of the Spyder with 4200 eight-cylinder engine and the electro-hydraulic, steering-wheel mounted gearbox "Cambiocorsa". Alfieri Maserati garages.

2002

The 2+2 Coupè is presented.

2003

A return to racing with the TROFEO. The Quattroporte designed by Pininfarina is presented, also used as presidential car by the President of the Italian Republic.

2004

The MC12 with 630 HP 12-cylinder engine is born

2005

Maserati wins the FIA GT championship with the MC12.

2006

Presentation of the Quattroporte with automatic gearbox.

2007

The Granturismo, Coupè 2+2 comes to life.

Quattroporte 1963

Quattroporte 1965

Quattroporte 1976

Introduction Consulting the Manual

To facilitate reading and rapid use, the topics are sub-divided into SECTIONS and CHAPTERS. The important parts requiring particular attention are easily identifiable in the sections and chapters:

EXTREME CAUTION

REQUIRED: failure to comply with the instructions could cause hazardous situations involving personal and vehicle safety!

WARNING: aimed at preventing any damage to the vehicle and thus hazards involving the safety of persons.

Abbreviations

Some descriptions and terms with particular meanings are found in this manual in an abbreviated form:

A.C. - AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

ABS - ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEMWheel locking prevention system during braking

ALC -ADAPTIVE LIGHT CONTROLAutomatic headlight aiming system

ASR - ANTI-SLIP REGULATIONPrevention of skidding during acceleration

CAN - CONTROLLER AREA NETWORK

DRL -DAY RUNNING LIGHTS

EBD - ELECTRONIC BRAKE-FORCE DISTRIBUTION - Electronically controlled distributor of braking force

EPB - ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE

ECU - ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT

ETD - EMERGENCY TENSIONING DEVICE

MSP - MASERATI STABILITY

PROGRAM - Yaw prevention monitoring system

TPMS - TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM.

Updating

The vehicle's high quality level is enhanced by constant improvements. Therefore, there may prove to be differences between this manual and your vehicle.

All specifications and illustrations contained in this manual refer to those resulting as of the printing date, and are subject to change without notice.

Service

The information contained in this manual is limited to those instructions and indications that are strictly required for the use and maintenance of the vehicle.

The Owner will certainly obtain greater satisfaction and the best results from the vehicle by following these instructions carefully. We also advise you to have all the maintenance services and inspections carried out at your local Authorized Maserati Dealer, where you will find specialized staff and suitable equipment.

See the "SALES AND SERVICE ORGANIZATION" manual for locations of AUTHORIZED MASERATI DEALERS. Your local Authorized Maserati Dealer is at your complete disposal for any information and suggestions.

Automatic gearbox

The vehicle is equipped with an electronically-controlled automatic gearbox system which, in addition to the normal automatic gearshift functions, allows the user to shift gears in sequence and manually, once the specific mode has been selected.

For correct use of the gearbox system, follow the instructions given in the specific chapter of this manual.

NHTSA’s Toll-free Auto Safety Hotline

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash, injury or death, You should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Maserati S.p.A. or Maserati North America, Inc.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Maserati North America, Inc.

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http:/ /www.safercar.gov.

Bose® Infotainment

The vehicle is equipped with the Maserati IT "Bose® Infotainment" system, which includes the following features as standard:

–on-board computer;

–satellite navigation system (where digital maps are available);

–Bose® Surround Sound;

–single CD-reader.

On request, these features can be further enriched with Bluetooth function, AUX socket and USB socket.

“Run Flat” tires (optional)

The vehicle can be fitted with “Run Flat” tires. This kind of tire is equipped with reinforced sidewalls which permit the vehicle to continue traveling at moderate speed (50 mph80 km/h), even in the event of a puncture, for a set distance. When the control panel receives the “punctured tire” information from the tire pressure ECU, it monitors the residual tire life by showing a warning signal in the relevant area on the display after 31 mi. (50 km) and 62 mi. (100 km).

After 75 mi. (120 km), the warning not to continue will be displayed. For further information on the display, please refer to chapter: “Tire pressure monitoring system” on page47.

WARNING: Always comply with the specified wheel alignment values, as this is fundamental to obtain the best performance from and the longest life of your tires.

Towing the vehicle

The vehicle has not been designed, developed or homologated to be used as a towing vehicle (e.g., trailers, caravans, etc.) and nothing may be loaded on the roof; fitting structures such as bars or roof-racks may damage the vehicle.

Symbols

There are specific colored labels on or near some of the components on your MASERATI. The related symbols are important warnings that the user must follow when using the component involved.

All of the symbols included in the labelling on your MASERATI are listed concisely here below, along with the component involved with that symbol. In addition, the meaning of the symbol shown is also indicated in terms of the following sub-division: danger, prohibition, warning, compulsorywith respect to that same symbol.

Danger symbols

Battery

Corrosive liquid. Battery

Explosion Fan

It can start up automatically even with the engine stopped.

Expansion tank

Do not remove the cap when the coolant is hot.

Coil

High voltage.

Belts and pulleys

Moving devices: keep body parts and clothing away.

Air-conditioning lines

Do not open. Gas under high pressure.

Symbols of prohibitions

Battery

Do not approach with open flames. Battery Keep children at a safe distance.

Heat guards - belts - pulleys - fans

Do not rest your hands on these parts.

Engine compartment ECU protection cover

Do not direct the jet of water on the ECUs, relays and fuses.

Symbols

Warning symbols

Catalytic muffler

Do not park or stop over flammable surfaces. Refer to chapter: “Air Quality devices”.

Hydraulic steering

Do not exceed the maximum level of fluid in the tank. Only use fluid of the type prescribed in the section “Capacities and technical specifications”.

Brake circuit

Do not exceed the maximum level of fluid in the tank. Only use fluid of the type prescribed in the section “Capacities and technical specifications”.

Windshield wipers

Only use fluid of the type prescribed in the section “Capacities and technical specifications”.

Engine

Use only the lubricant recommended in the section “Capacities and Technical specifications”.

Vehicle using lead-free gasoline

Only “Premium gasoline” with an AKI (Anti Knock Index) rating not lower than 91 (approximately 96 R.O.N.) must be used.

Expansion tank

Only use fluid of the type prescribed in the section “Capacities and technical specifications”.

Symbols indicating compulsory measures

Battery

Protect your eyes.

Battery - Jack

Refer to the Owner's Manual.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain car components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in cars and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Symbols

Identification plates

Chassis marking

The vehicle's registration number is punched on the underfloor, in front of the right-hand front seat. To read the number, lift the mat and remove the guard.

Engine marking

The engine serial number is stamped on the lower part of the crankcase, in the starter motor area. The engine type is indicated on the plate positioned on the front, lefthand door jamb.

Identification plates

Homologation labels

–Label for compliance with safety standards; –V.I.N. label;–Chassis type and number;

–Emission control data label.

Instruction labels

–Tire specification label; –Lubricant label; –Mercury content warning label;

–Anti-freeze label.

Key codes

A CODE CARD is supplied with the keys. This card indicates the following:

–the electronic code A to be used in the procedure for “emergency starts”

–the mechanical key code B to be given to your local Authorized Maserati Dealer when ordering duplicate keys.

WARNING: The code numbers shown on the CODE CARD should be kept in a safe place.

WARNING: You are advised to always keep the CODE CARD number with you, as this is absolutely necessary in the event of an “emergency start”.

WARNING: In the event of a vehicle ownership transfer, it is essential that the new owner is provided with all the keys and with the CODE CARD.

WARNING: It is advisable to write down and keep the codes listed on the plates delivered with the keys and the remote control in a safe place (not in the car) in order to request duplicates if needed.