Maserati Ghibli 2023 Components Maintenance User Manual

Introduction

Hello and welcome to the Maserati Ghibli 2023 maintenance instructions. A luxurious sports sedan known for its style, power, and craftsmanship is the Maserati Ghibli. Regular maintenance of your vehicle’s parts is essential to ensuring its longevity and optimum performance. This manual will provide you an overview of the crucial parts of the Maserati Ghibli 2023 and the upkeep procedures necessary to keep them in top condition.

• Engine upkeep: The Maserati Ghibli’s potent engine is its heart. Oil changes, air filter replacements, and frequent belt, hose, and spark plug inspections are examples of routine maintenance procedures. The manufacturer’s suggested maintenance schedule must be followed to keep the engine working smoothly and effectively.
• Drivetrain and Transmission: The transmission and drivetrain parts are in charge of sending power to the wheels. To guarantee optimum performance and longevity, routine fluid changes, inspections of the transmission system, and checks of powertrain elements like the driveshaft and differential are crucial.

Components Maintenance

The following images show the position of all components involved in the maintenance service. 3.8 V8 Engine.

1.  Engine oil level dipstick.
2.  Engine oil filler neck.
3. Air cleaner filters.
4.  Engine coolant expansion reservoir cap.
5. Coolant reservoir cap for transmission cooling system.
6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir cap.
7. Brake fluid reservoir access cover.
8. A/C pollen filter access cover.
9. Integrated power module (fuses)

3.8 V8 Engine

3.0 V6 Engines

1. Engine oil dipstick.
2. Engine oil filler neck.
3.  Air cleaner filters.
4. Engine coolant expansion reservoir cap.
5. Coolant reservoir cap for transmis-sion cooling system.
6. Washer fluid reservoir cap.
7. Brake fluid reservoir access cover.
8. A/C pollen filter access cover.
9. Integrated power module (fuses).

3.0 V6 Engines

Maintenance Procedures

The following pages contain the “required” maintenance standards determined by Maserati engineers. Besides those maintenance items specified in the “Scheduled Service Plan”, there are other components which may require service or replacement in the future. To perform most of the services, it is necessary to open the hood (see “Hood Operation” in section “Before Starting”).

CAUTION!

• Failure to properly maintain your vehicle or perform repairs and service when necessary could result in more costly repairs, damage to other components or negatively impact vehicle performance. Immediately have potential malfunctions examined by an Authorized Maserati Dealer or a qualified repair center.
• Your vehicle has been equipped with improved fluids that protect the performance and durability of your vehicle and also allow extended maintenance intervals. Do not use chemical flushes for washing as the chemicals can damage your engine, transmission, power steering or air conditioning. Such damages are not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. If a flush is needed because of component malfunction, use only the specified fluid for the flushing procedure.

Level Checks

ENVIRONMENTAL!

• The engine oils and fluids used contain substances that are dangerous to the environment. For replacement you are advised to contact the Authorized Maserati Dealer, where all the necessary equipment is available to dispose of the used oil and fluids in compliance with the regulations in force and in an environment-friendly manner.
• All equipment used for fluids replacement (gloves, cloths, containers, etc) must be disposed of in compliance with the regulations in force.

Engine Coolant Level Check
Your vehicle has been equipped with an improved engine coolant (antifreeze) that offers high protection against corrosion, freezing and allows extended maintenance intervals. To prevent reducing extended maintenance periods, it is important to use original engine coolant (antifreeze) when adding coolant throughout the life of your vehicle. When adding engine coolant (antifreeze) use pure water only, such as distilled or deionized water when mixing the water/engine coolant (antifreeze) solution. The use of impure water will reduce the amount of corrosion protection in the engine cooling system.

• Mix a minimum solution of 50% engine coolant (antifreeze) and distilled water. Use higher concentrations (do not exceed 70%) if temperatures below − 35 °F (−37 °C) are forecast.
• Please note that it is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the proper level of protection against freezing according to the temperatures occurring in the circulation area of the vehicle. The coolant reservoir provides a quick visual method to determine that the coolant level is adequate. As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant reservoir only needs to be checked once a month. With the engine off and cold, the level of the coolant in the reservoir on the left side of the engine compartment should be between the ranges indicated on the reservoir and inside the filler neck.

• When additional engine coolant (antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, it should be added to the coolant reservoir after removing the cap. Do not overfill.
• Once the desired level is reached, reassemble and firmly close cap of the reservoir.
• If frequent engine coolant (antifreeze) additions are required, or if the level in the coolant recovery reservoir does not drop when the engine cools, the cooling system should be tested by an Authorized Maserati Dealer.
• Keep the front of the radiator and the condenser clean.

WARNING!

• Never add engine coolant (antifreeze) when the engine is hot. Do not loosen or remove the cap of the engine coolant reservoir to cool a hot engine. Heat causes pressure to build up in the cooling system. To prevent scalding or injury, do not remove the pressure cap while the system is hot or under pressure.
• When adding coolant do not use a pressure cap other than the one specified for your vehicle. Personal injury or engine damage may result.

Brake Fluid Level Check
Check the fluid level immediately if the brake system warning light (on vehicles of United States market) or (on vehicles of Canadian market) and the related message turn on indicating a low level of brake fluid.

• Remove the brake fluid reservoir access cover.
  
• Clean the top of the master cylinder reservoir before removing the cap.
  Add fluid to bring the level up to the “MAX” mark on the side of the master cylinder reservoir. Use only manufacturer’s recommended brake fluid (see “Refilling Table” in this section).
• Once the correct level is reached, firmly close the cap.
  Normal brake pad wear could cause the fluid level to fall. However, low fluid level may be caused by a leak too, and requires accurate checkup of the braking system.

CAUTION!
The symbol on the tank cap 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 irreparably.

CAUTION!

• To avoid contamination from foreign materials or moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid that has been in
  a tightly closed container. Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap secured at all times.
• Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid. Brake fluid can also damage painted and vinyl surfaces, make sure it does not spill over these surfaces.
• Do not allow petroleum based fluid to contaminate the brake fluid. Brake seal components could be damaged.

Adding Windshield Washer Fluid
The reservoir on the left side of the engine compartment contains the fluid to wash the windshield.

During scheduled services or when the message of low level of the washer fluid appears together with the related telltale  add more fluid as soon as possible. The fluid reservoir may contain nearly 3.7 Quarts (3.5 liters) of washer fluid.

• Remove the reservoir cap in the engine compartment and lift the filler neck.
  Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (refer to “Refilling Table” in this section) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water.
• When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper blades clean. This will help blade performance.

To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating information can be found on most washer fluid containers.

WARNING!

• Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or when working around the windshield washer system.
• Do not drive with the windshield washer reservoir empty: the action of the washer is essential for improving visibility when driving.

Engine Oil Level Check
To assure proper lubrication of your vehicle’s engine, the engine oil must be maintained at the correct level. If the warning light illuminates and the related message of low oil level  displays, or during scheduled services (see “Scheduled Maintenance Service” in this section) it is necessary to check the engine oil level. The best time to check the engine oil level is about five minutes after a fully warmed up engine is shut off or before starting the engine after it has sat overnight. In both cases the vehicle should be parked on level ground to improve the accuracy of the oil level readings.

CAUTION!

• Do not top up with oil with different characteristics than the engine one (refer to “Refilling Table” in this section). Overfilling or underfilling the oil pan will cause aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
• Do not add any supplemental materials to the engine oil. Engine oil is an engineered product, and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives.
• Remove the dipstick and clean it with a dry and clean cloth (the figure represent a 3.0 V6 engine).
• Re-insert the dipstick completely and remove: the oil level should maintain between the MIN and MAX reference ranges (SAFE range).
  
• If a refilling is necessary: unscrew the filler neck cap.
  
• Adding 1.6 Quart / 1.4 liters (3.8 V8 engine) or 1.1 Quart / 1 liter (3.0 V6 engines) of oil when it is at the minimum level.
• Return the cap and dipstick to their position and wait for a few minutes to allow the oil to reach the oil pan.
• Check the level again.

Engine Oil Filter Replacement
The engine oil filter should be replaced with a new filter at every oil change. Contact the Authorized Maserati Dealer to perform this service. Automatic Transmission Oil Check Contact the Authorized Maserati Dealer for the oil level check.

Fluid Level Check for Coolant Transmission System
The coolant contained in the reservoir of this system is the same as the one used for the cooling system of the engine. For the preparation of the mixture of water and antifreeze and for the control of the level, proceed as shown in the “Engine Coolant Level Check” of this chapter.

Engine Air Filters Replacement
Contact an Authorized Maserati Dealer to have the air filters replaced.

A/C Air Filter Replacement
This filter performs mechanic/electrostatic air filtering, provided that windows and doors are closed. The filter is located under the hood in the external A/C system air inlet, on the passenger side of the vehicle, next to the windshield wipers. To replace the filter during the scheduled maintenance services or after the vehicle has been heavily used on dusty roads, proceed as follows:

• Remove the access door in the cowl screen by pressing the retaining clips indicated.
  
• Unsnap both ends and lift the filter retaining 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 retaining cover and reinstall the access door.

CAUTION!
Failure to replace the filter may considerably reduce the air conditioning and heating system efficiency.
Wiper Maintenance and Blades Replacement
Windshield Wiper Arms Lifting
When the windshield wiper arms are in rest 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 “Wiper and Washer Control” in section “Dashboard Instrument and Controls”). In this way it is possible to lift the arms for cleaning or replacing the wiper blades.

WARNING!
It is dangerous to operate or service the wiper blades with the windshield wipers in an active position (any position different from “OFF”) and with the ignition device in the RUN position. The rain sensors may suddenly activate the wipers. Always use the “Service” position for any intervention on the windshield wiper 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 on the glass, 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/rear window glasses 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. Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.

Spray nozzles
If the jet does not work, first check that there is fluid in the tank (see paragraph “Level checks” in this section) then check that the nozzles are not clogged.

Blades Replacement

• Move the wiper arms into “Service” position, (see chapter “Wiper and Washer 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 windshield.
Turn the multifunction lever to one of the automatic settings (see chapter “Wiper and Washer 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 an Authorized Maserati Dealer for the replacement of the blades.

FAQs

1. How often should I change the engine oil in my Maserati Ghibli 2023?
   Your Maserati Ghibli 2023 should have its engine oil changed once every year or every 7,500 miles, whichever comes first.
2. When should I replace the air filter in my Maserati Ghibli 2023?
   Your Maserati Ghibli 2023’s air filter needs to be changed every 30,000 miles or as recommended per the maintenance plan.
3. How frequently should I inspect the brake pads on my Maserati Ghibli 2023?
   It is suggested that you check your Maserati Ghibli 2023’s brake pads every 15,000 miles or as part of routine maintenance.
4. When should I replace the brake fluid in my Maserati Ghibli 2023?
   Regardless of mileage, the brake fluid in your Maserati Ghibli 2023 needs to be changed around every two years.
5. How often should I check the tire pressure in my Maserati Ghibli 2023?
   It is advised to check your Maserati Ghibli 2023’s tire pressure at least once every month and before lengthy excursions.
6. When should I replace the spark plugs in my Maserati Ghibli 2023?
   Your Maserati Ghibli 2023’s spark plugs should be changed every 60,000 miles or as recommended by the maintenance plan.
7. How frequently should I inspect the suspension components in my Maserati Ghibli 2023?
   It is advised to have your Maserati Ghibli 2023’s suspension components checked out during routine maintenance intervals or if you notice any wear or handling difficulties.
8. When should I replace the transmission fluid in my Maserati Ghibli 2023?
   Your Maserati Ghibli 2023’s gearbox fluid should be changed roughly every 50,000 miles or as recommended by the maintenance plan.
9. How often should I check the battery in my Maserati Ghibli 2023?
   It is advised to check your Maserati Ghibli 2023’s battery at least once a year or before going for extended periods without using the vehicle.
10. When should I replace the cabin air filter in my Maserati Ghibli 2023?
    Your Maserati Ghibli 2023’s cabin air filter needs to be changed every 15,000 miles or as recommended by the maintenance plan.
11. How frequently should I inspect the belts and hoses in my Maserati Ghibli 2023?
    You should check your Maserati Ghibli 2023’s belts and hoses at regular maintenance intervals or whenever you observe any wear, cracks, or leaks.
12. When should I replace the fuel filter in my Maserati Ghibli 2023?
    Your Maserati Ghibli 2023’s gasoline filter needs to be changed about every 60,000 miles or as recommended by the maintenance plan.
13. How often should I have the wheel alignment checked in my Maserati Ghibli 2023?
    If you notice any handling concerns or uneven tire wear, it’s advised to have the wheel alignment in your Maserati Ghibli 2023 checked at least once a year.
14. When should I replace the timing belt in my Maserati Ghibli 2023?
    Unlike a timing belt, which needs to be replaced on a regular basis, the Maserati Ghibli 2023 has a timing chain.
15. How frequently should I have the cooling system flushed in my Maserati Ghibli 2023?
    Your Maserati Ghibli 2023’s cooling system needs to be cleansed and filled with new coolant about every five years, or as recommended by the maintenance plan.

Useful Links

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