2018 Maserati Ghibli Owner’s Manual

The 2018 Maserati Ghibli is an interesting luxury sedan that focuses on speed. It shows how well the Italian brand can combine style and power. The Ghibli has a striking design with an aggressive grille and a sleek body. It comes with a range of powerful V6 engines, including a 3.0-liter turbocharged engine that gives it quick acceleration and a chorus of exhaust sounds. Inside, the Ghibli pampers its passengers with sumptuous leather seating, high-quality materials, and a wide range of modern tech features that make driving comfortable and easy. This Italian masterpiece combines the performance of a sports car with the comfort of a luxury car. This makes it an appealing choice in the crowded luxury sedan market.

Remote Start System

How to use Remote Start
All of the following conditions must be met before the engine will remotely start:

• The system is not disabled from the previous remote start event.
• The vehicle theft alarm is not active.
• Doors closed.
• Hood closed.
• The boot lid closed.
• Hazard lights switched off.
• The brake pedal not pressed by any passenger remained in the vehicle.
• Battery at an acceptable charge level.
• The shift lever is in the P (Park) position.
• The vehicle transmission is in automatic mode.
• The remote start has not been activated yet two consecutive times.

If EPB (Electric Parking Brake) is not inserted, at key-off in some conditions the remote start system may not allow the engine to start. We suggest setting the “Auto Apply On” function through the switch on the right side of the steering wheel (refer to “Instrument Cluster” in the section “Dashboard Instrument and Controls”).

WARNING

• Do not start or run an engine in a closed garage or confined area. Exhaust gas contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is odorless and colorless.
• Keep key fobs RKE transmitter away from children. Operation of the Remote Start System, windows, door locks, or other controls could cause serious injury or death.

Engine Remote Start Abort Message on Instrument Cluster
The following messages will display on the instrument cluster if the vehicle fails to remote start or exits remote start prematurely:

• “Remote Start Cancelled Door Open”.
• “Remote Start Cancelled Boot Open”.
• “Remote Start Cancelled Fuel Low”.
• “Remote Start Cancelled Time Expired”.
• “Remote Start Disabled Start Vehicle to Reset”.

The message on the instrument cluster stays active as long as the ignition switch is in the RUN position.

To enter the Remote Start Mode
NOTE: On the remote control of vehicles with this function, the external lights button is replaced by the remote start button.

Press and release the button on the key fob RKE transmitter twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors will lock, position lights will flash and the horn will ring twice (if set). Then, the engine will start and the vehicle will remain in the “Remote Start” mode for a 15-minute cycle.
NOTE

• In case of an engine fault or low fuel level, the vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 seconds.
• The position lights will turn on and remain lit during “Remote Start” mode.
• For security reasons, the power window and power sunroof operation (if equipped) are disabled when the vehicle is in the “Remote Start” mode.
• The engine can be started two consecutive times (two 15-minute cycles) with the key fob RKE transmitter. However, the ignition must be cycled to the RUN position before you can repeat the start sequence for a third cycle.

To Exit Remote Start Mode Without Driving the Vehicle
Press and release the button one time or allow the engine to run for the entire 15-minute cycle.
NOTE: To avoid unintentional shutdowns, the system will disable the one-time press of the button for two seconds after receiving a valid “Remote Start” request.

To Exit Remote Start Mode and Drive the Vehicle
Before the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release the button on the key fob RKE transmitter to unlock the doors and disarm the vehicle security alarm. Then, prior to the end of the 15-minute cycle, press and release the START/STOP button.
NOTE: The message “Remote Start Active Push Start Button” will display in the instrument cluster until you push the START/STOP button.

Auto-On Comfort with Remote Start
The driver’s heated and ventilated seat and the heated steering wheel (if foreseen) can be programmed to come on during a remote start. Refer to the “Auto-On Comfort & Remote Start” function in chapter “MTC+ Setting”, section “Dashboard Instruments and Controls”, for further information.

Radio Frequency RKE Transmitter – Regulatory Information
The “Regulatory Information” for all the radio frequency and radar devices can be consulted by accessing the section “SERVICES” on the website www.maserati.com or by using the specific apps developed for the more common Tablet and Smartphone.

Doors Locking
WARNING

• For personal security and safety in the event of an accident, or robbery lock the vehicle doors before you drive as well as when parking and leave the vehicle unattended.
• When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key fob RKE transmitter and lock your vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Children should be warned not to touch the parking brake trigger, brake pedal, or shift lever.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, and do not leave the ignition switch in the ACC or RUN mode. A child could operate power windows, and other controls, or start the engine and the vehicle.

Doors Manual Lock
To lock each door, push the door lock knob on each door trim panel downward. To unlock the front doors, pull the inside door handle to the first detent. To unlock the rear doors, pull the door lock knob on the door trim panel upward. If the door lock knob is down when you shut the door, the door will lock. Therefore, make sure the key fob RKE transmitter is not inside the vehicle before closing the door.

Power Doors Locking/Unlocking
A power door lock switch and a power door unlock switch are positioned on the front door trim panel. Use these switches to lock or unlock the doors. If the vehicle has been locked from the inside with the above-figured switches, the fuel filler flap remains unlocked. If the Power Boot Lid/Hands-Free (option) has been left open, it will stay open when you press the lock button, and the locking feature will only occur after the closing of the Power Boot lid. The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the Passive Entry system. For further information, see “Passive Entry System” in this section. If you press the power door lock switch while the ignition switch is in the ACC or RUN position, and any front door is open, the power locks will not operate. This prevents you from accidentally locking the key fob RKE transmitter in the vehicle. Cycling the ignition to the OFF position or closing the door will allow the locks of the doors and the fuel filler door to operate. If a door is open with the key fob RKE transmitter inside the cabin and the ignition is in the ACC or RUN position, a beep will draw the driver’s attention.

Automatic Locking Doors
The auto door lock feature default condition is disabled. When enabled, the door locks will lock automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 24 km/h (15 mph). The auto door lock feature can be enabled or disabled by a Maserati Service Center only which can also service the vehicle.
Automatic Door Unlock on Exit
The doors will unlock automatically on vehicles with power door locks if:

• The automatic unlock doors on exit feature is enabled.
• The transmission is in gear and the vehicle speed is 0 km/h.
• The transmission is in N (Neutral) or P (Park).
• The driver’s door is open.
• The doors were not previously unlocked.
• The vehicle speed is 0 km/h.

Set Automatic Door Unlock on the Exit
To change the current setting, see “MTC+ Settings” in the section “Dashboard Instruments and Controls”.
NOTE: Use the automatic unlock doors on exit feature in accordance with local regulations.

Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear Doors
To provide a safer environment for small children sitting in the rear seats, the rear doors are equipped with a child-protection door lock system.
Engage or Disengage the Child-Protection Door Lock

• Open the rear door.
• Insert the tip of the emergency key into the lock and rotate to the lock or unlock position.
• Repeat the first two steps on the opposite rear door.

WARNING: Avoid trapping anyone in a vehicle in a collision. Remember that the rear doors can only be opened from the outside when the child-protection locks are engaged (locked).
NOTE: For emergency exit from the rear seats when the child-protection door lock system is engaged, manually raise the door lock knob to the unlocked position, roll down the window, and open the door using the outside door handle.

Soft Door Close System (if equipped)
This system makes doors easier to shut without having to slam if you do not get them closed the first time. It increases the vehicle’s safety and comfort, in particular for children in the back seat, It is not necessary to slam the door and it is also possible to avoid the risk of traveling with the door ajar and having to stop and close it. The system uses a sensor to detect the door ajar and an electric actuator to close it. The sensor detects your attempt to close the door and once the latch catches the handle the electric actuator pulls the door firmly bringing the door back in the fully closed position.
During the soft closing phase operated by the system, it is possible to intervene manually by opening or closing the door.
If you are pushing the door hard enough to close just like a regular one, the system still works, but only to check whether the door is properly closed.
WARNING: The system works properly if the ajar door has a gap, between the exterior door panel surface and exterior bodyshell surface in the latch area, of max 6 mm (0.23 in). In the presence of a higher gap, the system is not able to close the door with the risk of traveling with the door not completely closed or even open.

FAQ’s