Maserati GranTurismo 2024 Maintenance of Components User Manual

Introduction

The engine is one of the vital parts that must be maintained. To properly lubricate the engine and keep it running smoothly, routine oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid level checks are essential. You can improve engine performance and lower your risk of having to pay for expensive engine repairs by following the recommended maintenance intervals described in the owner’s manual. The Maserati GranTurismo 2024 requires regular tire maintenance as well. To ensure even tire wear, enhance handling, and prolong tire life, routine inspections, tire rotations, and proper inflation are all recommended. Maintaining the recommended tire pressure also improves comfort while driving and increases fuel efficiency.

Regular checks should be made on the electrical system, which includes the battery, lights, and various electronic parts. Electrical malfunctions can compromise the performance and safety of the vehicle due to loose connections, deteriorated bulbs, and weak batteries Maintaining the Maserati GranTurismo 2024’s interior and exterior also improves its overall aesthetic appeal and protects its value. Regular upholstery, dashboard, and other interior surface cleaning, conditioning, and protection, as well as appropriate washing, waxing, and paint protection, all contribute to preserving the car’s immaculate appearance. Maserati GranTurismo 2024’s various parts must be properly maintained for the vehicle to operate at its best in terms of performance, dependability, and longevity. You can make sure that your GranTurismo keeps providing the thrilling driving experience and exceptional luxury for which it is renowned by adhering to the suggested maintenance schedule, carrying out routine inspections, and taking care of issues as soon as they arise.

Maintenance Service Components

The following images show the position of the components involved in the maintenance service.

1. Engine oil dipstick (for Service Network use only).
2. Engine oil filler neck.
3. Air cleaner filters.
4. Engine coolant expansion reservoir access cover.
5. Windshield washer fluid reservoir cap.
6. Brake fluid reservoir access cover.
7. Fuses boxes.

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 “Open and Close the Hood” in section “Before Driving”).

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 checked by the Service Network: please be advised that Maserati recommends to address to the Official Service Network.
  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, electric 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
  a specific product for the flushing procedure.

Level Checks

ENVIRONMENTAL!

• The engine oils and fluids used contain substances that are dangerous for the environment. For replacement you are advised to contact the Service Network, 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 environmentally-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 − 37°C (−35°F) are forecasted (see “Refilling Table” in section “Technical Specifications”).

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 reservoirs provide a quick visual method to determine that the coolant level is adequate. As long as the engine operating temperature is satisfactory, the coolant reservoirs only need 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.

To access the reservoir, it is necessary to lift partially the cover with its gasket, acting on four screws.

When additional engine coolant
(antifreeze) is needed to maintain the proper level, contact the Service Network to have the reservoir refilled.

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 and the related message turn on indicating a low level of brake fluid.
To access the brakes fluid reservoir, it is necessary to lift partially the cover with its gasket, acting on four screws.

When additional brake fluid is needed to maintain the proper level, contact the Service Network to have the reservoir refilled.
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.
If necessary, contact the Service Network.

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.

WARNING!

• 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. Brake fluid in an open container absorbs moisture from the air resulting in a lower boiling point. This may cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or prolonged braking, resulting in sudden brake failure. This could result in an accident.
  Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts, causing the brake fluid to catch fire. 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, causing partial or complete brake failure. This could result in an accident.

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 3,2 litres (0,7 UK gal) of washer fluid.

• Lift the reservoir cap in the engine compartment.
  
• Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (refer to “Refilling Table” in section “Technical Specifications”) 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 engine is equipped with a sensor that can detect the oil level which can be viewed on the MIA display by entering the “Vehicle” menu and choosing the “Oil Level” submenu in “MyCar”. A critical condition (e.g.: critical level, oil sensor failure, etc.) is signalled by the lighting of the dedicated warning light and by pop up messages (see “Instrument Cluster Pop Up Messages” in section
“Dashboard Instruments and Controls”). The vehicle should be parked on level ground and then follow the instructions on the MIA display.

CAUTION!

• Do not top up with oil with different characteristics than the engine one (refer to: “Refilling Table” in section “Technical Specifications”).
  Overfilling or underfilling the sump will cause aeration or loss of oil pressure. This could damage your engine.
  Do not add any supplemental materials to the engine oil, other than leak detection dyes. Engine oil is an engineered product, and its performance may be impaired by supplemental additives.

NOTE:
Dipstick check is only allowed by the Service Network (not a reference for oil level check).

• The oil level should maintain between the “min” and “max” marks indicated at the ends of the bar of the “Oil Level” submenu (refer to “Refilling Table” in section “Technical Specifications”).
  If a refilling is necessary: remove the engine cover.
  Unscrew the filler neck cap.
  Adding 1,5 litres/0.33 UK gal of oil when the level is at the bottom of the Safe range will result in the level being at the top of the SAFE range.
  Return the cap to his position and wait for a few minutes to allow the oil to reach the sump.
• 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 Service Network to perform this service.
Automatic Transmission Oil Check Contact the Service Network for the oil level check.

Fluid Level Check for Transmission Cooling 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 the Service Network to have the air filters replaced.

A/C Air Filter Replacement
Contact the Service Network to have the A/C air filter replaced.

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. To activate this function, deactivate the windscreen wiper (ring in position 0) before setting the ignition device to STOP.
This function can only be activated within 2 minutes of setting the ignition device to STOP.
To activate this function, move the lever upwards (unstable position) for at least three seconds.

In this way it is possible to lift the arms for cleaning or replacing the wiper blades.
If, after using the function, the ignition device is set back to ON with the blades in a position other than rest position (at the base of the windscreen), they will only return to rest position following a command given using the stalk (stalk upwards, into unstable position) or when a speed of 5 km/h (3 mph) is exceeded.

WARNING!
It is dangerous to operate or service the wiper blades with the windshield wipers in an active position (any position different from “0”) and with the ignition device in the ON position. The rain sensors may suddenly activate
the wipers. Always use the “Service” position for any intervention on the windshield wiper blades.

CAUTION!
Do not operate the wipers with the blade lifted from the glasses.

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.

Windshield Wiper Blades Replacement

• Move the wiper arms into “Service” position, (see “Windshield Wiper Arms Lifting” in this section) 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 “Wipers and Washers Control” in section “Dashboard Instruments and Controls”) and move the ignition device in ON 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 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 door pillar must 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.

FAQs

1. How often should I change the engine oil in my Maserati GranTurismo 2024?
   Variables like driving conditions and oil type can affect how frequently engines should be changed. It is advised to adhere to the instructions provided in the owner’s manual or seek advice from a certified Maserati service facility.
2. What type of engine oil should I use for my Maserati GranTurismo 2024?
   Using the engine oil that Maserati recommends for your GranTurismo model is advised. For information on the proper oil type and viscosity, consult the owner’s manual or a Maserati service center that has been approved
3. How often should I replace the air filter in my Maserati GranTurismo 2024?
   Depending on the driving conditions, the frequency of air filter replacements can change. It is advised to adhere to the suggested maintenance schedule provided in the owner’s manual or seek advice from a certified Maserati service facility.
4. When should I replace the brake pads on my Maserati GranTurismo 2024?
   Depending on driving habits and environmental factors, brake pad wear can differ. It is advised to regularly check the brake pads and replace them when their thickness approaches the minimum value set by Maserati.
5. How do I know if the brake fluid needs to be replaced in my Maserati GranTurismo 2024?
   The condition and level of the brake fluid should be checked frequently. It is advised to have the fluid changed by a certified Maserati service center if the fluid seems dark or contaminated, or if it has been more than two years since the previous replacement.
6. When should I rotate the tires on my Maserati GranTurismo 2024?
   Depending on the particular tire type and driving circumstances, tire rotation intervals can change. Tire rotation is typically advised every 5,000 to 7,500 miles or as directed in the owner’s manual.
7. Can I replace just one tire on my Maserati GranTurismo 2024, or should I replace all four at once?
   A set of two or four tires should generally be replaced in order to maintain consistent handling and performance. However, depending on the state of your tires, seek advice from a certified Maserati service center.
8. How often should I have the battery inspected in my Maserati GranTurismo 2024?
   To ensure proper operation, routine battery inspections are advised. It is advisable to have the battery checked during routine maintenance procedures or if you notice any warning signs, like sluggish starting or dim lighting.
9. Can I replace the battery in my Maserati GranTurismo 2024 myself?
   A Maserati service center should be consulted even though it is possible to replace the battery yourself. If necessary, they can ensure proper installation and coding as well as supply the right kind of battery.
10. How often should I have the suspension system inspected in my Maserati GranTurismo 2024?
    If you notice any indications of suspension-related problems, such as excessive bouncing, uneven tire wear, or strange noises, it is advised to have the suspension system inspected during routine maintenance procedures.
11. Can I use aftermarket parts for the maintenance of components in my Maserati GranTurismo 2024?
    Although aftermarket components might be accessible, it is typically advised to use genuine  Maserati components to guarantee compatibility, functionality, and warranty protection. For advice, speak with a certified Maserati service facility.
12. How often should I clean and condition the interior surfaces of my Maserati GranTurismo 2024?
    The frequency of cleaning and conditioning interior surfaces can vary depending on use and personal preference. However, regular cleaning and conditioning help maintain the interior’s appearance and preserve the quality of the materials.
13. How should I clean the exterior of my Maserati GranTurismo 2024?
    A mild car wash solution, a soft sponge or cloth, and thorough rinsing are all recommended washing techniques to use. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials that could scratch the paintwork.
14. Do I need to follow the maintenance schedule even if my Maserati GranTurismo 2024 is driven infrequently?
    Yes, even if the car isn’t used often, routine maintenance is still crucial. Certain maintenance tasks are time-based rather than mileage-based because components can deteriorate over time.
15. Can I perform the maintenance of components in my Maserati GranTurismo 2024 myself?
    While some simple maintenance tasks can be carried out by the owner, complex maintenance and inspections should be carried out by certified Maserati service technicians to ensure proper procedures and preserve warranty coverage

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