2021 Maserati Levante Interior and Exterior Lighting Owner’s Manual
The 2021 Maserati Levante’s opulent style is enhanced by its exquisite external and interior lighting. Premium driving is achieved by blending design and practicality with strong LED headlights that enable optimal visibility and elegant ambient lighting that creates a sophisticated ambience.
2023 Maserati Levante Specs, Price, Features, Mileage (Brochure)
Maserati External Lighting Guide
External Lights Equipment
The vehicle is equipped with lighting systems and functions that depend on the type of equipment and the target market. Some of these are completely automatic, other can be switched on and off via the light switch and the multifunction lever on the dashboard, or via the “Controls” and “Settings” menu of the “Vehicle” page on MIA. This chapter only describes systems that may or may not be installed because of the various options available. For switching the external lights on and off via the light switch and the multifunction lever behind the steering wheel, refer to the chapter “Light Controls” in the section “Dashboard Instruments and Controls”.
External Lights Cluster
The lights of the front clusters are arranged as follows:
Bi-Xenon Version
- Bi-Xenon low-beam/high-beam bulb (25W-No AFS).
- Position and DRL light LED.
- Turn signal LED.
- Side-marker light LED.
- Side reflex-reflector.
- Front fog light LED.
Full-LED Version
- Low-beam light LED.
- Position, DRL and direction indicator light LED.
- Matrix high-beam light LED.
- Side-marker LED.
- Side reflex-reflector.
- Bending light LED.
- Front fog LED light.
The lights of the rear clusters are arranged as follows:
- Position light guide LED.
- Stop and direction indicator light LED.
- Side reflex-reflector.
- Reverse light LED.
- Rear fog light LED.
Integrated External Rearview Mirror Lights
LED turn signals are integrated on the support of the external rear-view mirrors.
The LED turn signal indicators flash simultaneously with the corresponding turn signal lights in the front and rear of the vehicle. Turning on the hazard warning flashers will also activate these LEDs. On the vehicles with the “Surround View Camera System”, the external mirrors are equipped also with approach and courtesy LEDs lighting up when the vehicle entry/exit lights are activated. For further information “Illuminated Entry/Exit” in the section “Before Starting”.
SmartBeam™ System
The SmartBeam™ system provides increased forward lighting for a more comfortable and secure driving experience without resulting in glare to other vehicles in certain traffic situations. The SmartBeam™ system uses a forward-facing digital camera, located on the windshield behind the internal rear-view mirror, and an electronic headlights controller to dynamically adapt the front light distribution according to the traffic scenario. The digital camera works like a human eye, it can see which is the traffic context while the headlight electronic controller works like a human brain, using information from the camera to command a headlight reaction that gives to the driver the “best” light distribution (best is always about the specific traffic environment). The camera gives information to the electronic headlight controller about environmental brightness, traffic participants vehicle and obstacles lights, distances and velocities. Using a proper combination of all these data the smart beam system is able to dynamically modify the light shape produced by the dipped beam and by the full beam as well, to make the driver visibility as much comfortable as possible in every condition without glaring other traffic participants.
System Limitations
There are some cases in which the SmartBeam™ system may not function properly temporarily, and cause glaring for other vehicles especially with “Auto Dim High Beams” function activated on MIA “Settings” page (see “Functions of Settings Menu on MIA” in section “Dashboard Instruments and Controls”). These cases could be related to:
- Vehicles headlight and/or rear light (one or both of them) not visible in the field of view of the camera.
- Heavy rainy weather.
- Heavy foggy weather.
- Snowing weather.
- Windshield dirt or impurities in camera lens zone.
- Camera lens obstruction or logging. In all these cases, it will be the driver’s responsibility to avoid this glaring by acting manually on the system, switching off the high beam by means of steering wheel multifunction lever.
Bi-Xenon Headlight (without AFS)
The gas-discharge (xenon) headlights operate with an electric arc saturated with Xenon gas under pressure, instead of the incandescent filament. The light produced is assuredly higher compared to traditional light bulbs, in terms of quality (brighter light) as well as of the span and positioning of the illuminated area.
WARNING!
If xenon headlamp replacement is necessary, contact the Authorized Maserati Dealer only: DANGER – RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
Bi-Xenon Headlight (with AFS)
These headlights combines the “xeno” technology with high-pressure washing system to the AFS (Advanced Frontlighting System) adaptive
functions. The system is able to process signals of onboard systems and subsequently start up five strategic steps in the following situations:
- “motorway beam”;
- “country beam”;
- “town beam”;
- “adverse weather beam”;
- “tourist beam” (for example in countries with circulation on the opposite side). In this case this function must be activated via the menu of MIA (refer to “Functions of Settings Menu on MIA” in section “Dashboard Instruments and Controls”).
The advantages offered by the AFS system are perceived especially in case of bad weather, fog and/or insufficient road indications providing broader illumination of the side zones, which are normally left in the dark, and for motorway driving (see comparison rendered below). This surely increases driving safety as it offers less eye stress and increased orientation for the driver and better detection of other persons on the road sides (pedestrians, bicycle riders and motorcycle drivers). The tables show the light values (lux) and the light flux (lumen) of the low and high beam of AFS headlights.
| – | Lighting |
| (A) Low beam | 75 lux |
| High beam | 130 lux |
| (B) Motorway | 120 lux (Driver Side) and 140 lux (Passenger Side) |
| – | Light flux |
| (A) Low beam | 1200 lm |
| High beam | 1600 lm |
| (B) Motorway | 1200 lm |
The picture shows the low beam distribution on the road with the indication of the brightness increase in the “motorway beam” condition (B) compared to normal condition (A).
Combining a bending mode and a vertical adjustment, the system assures better visibility of the road surface when driving on a curve, steering, or in the event of road deviations, optimizing vertical and horizontal light distribution according to the current drive path. The increased lateral illumination is gained through a fixed bending light or a cornering light (depending on the market) elaborating information about the steering angle, the vehicle speed and the turn indicator. The improved vertical illumination, in case of fast acceleration and/or fast deceleration, will ensure a deeper illuminated distance from the vehicle, through a dynamical adaptation of the headlight vertical attitude.
NOTE:
- Each time the adaptive headlight system is turned on, the headlights will perform a self-adjustment cycle.
- All AFS functions are available only if the vehicle is moving forward.
- “Adaptive Front Light” function can be turned on or off using the MIA system, refer to “Functions of Settings Menu on MIA” in section “Dashboard Instrument and Controls” for further information.
Adaptive “Full-LED” Headlight
These headlights combines the “Full- LED” technology to the AFS (Advanced Frontlighting System) adaptive functions, using a forward-facing camera located on the windshield behind the internal rear-view mirror. “Full-LED” Technology This technology allows having headlights with a simpler construction and a more compact size compared to those equipped with traditional or Xenon light bulbs. Other advantages are:
- a clearer light beam, with a cool white tone that allows a better
perception of the contrasts thus making the night vision more efficient and less tiring; - a longer duration equivalent at least to that of the vehicle;
- a reduced current consumption. These functions positively affect some vehicle management economy aspects by eliminating/reducing the light bulb replacements and the fuel consumption.
The picture shows the increased brightness of the low beam of standard halogen headlights (A) compared to those Full-LED (B) in the “motorway beam” mode.
AFS Functions
The system can process signals of onboard systems and subsequently start-up five strategic steps in the following situations:
- “motorway beam”;
- “country beam”;
- “town beam”;
- “Adverse weather beam”;
- “tourist beam” (for example in countries with circulation on the opposite side). In this case, this function must be activated via the menu of MIA (refer to “Functions of Settings Menu on MIA” in section “Dashboard Instruments and Controls”).
The advantages offered by the AFS system are perceived especially in case of bad weather, fog and/or insufficient road indications providing broader illumination of the side zones, which are normally left in the dark, and for motorway driving. This surely increases driving safety as it offers less eye stress and increased orientation for the driver and better detection of other persons on the road sides (pedestrians, bicycle riders and motorcycle drivers). Furthermore, the headlamps are suitable to prevent glare, providing optimal lighting when driving the car in a country with circulation on the opposite side. The tables show the light values (lux) and the light flux (lumen) of AFS headlights.
NOTE:
The values reported in the tables may change depending on the destination market of the car.
| – | Lighting (at 27 yd/25 m) |
| Low beam | 55 lux |
| Low beam (low speed) | 43 lux |
| Low beam (high speed) | 58 lux |
| Low beam (wet road) | 42 lux |
| High beam | 150 lux |
| – | Light flux |
| Low beam | 765 lm |
| Low beam (low speed) | 600 lm |
| Low beam (high speed) | 800 lm |
| Low beam (wet road) | 790 lm |
| High beam | 1440 lm |
The system assures better visibility of the road surface when driving in a curve, steering, or in the event of road deviations, optimizing vertical light distribution according to the current drive path. The increased lateral illumination is gained through a fixed bending light or a cornering light (depending on the market) elaborating information about the steering angle, the vehicle speed and the turn indicator. The improved vertical illumination, in case of fast acceleration and/or fast deceleration, will assure the deeper illuminated distance from the vehicle, through a dynamical adaptation of headlight vertical attitude.
NOTE:
- Each time the adaptive headlight system is turned on, the headlights adjustment will perform a self-adjustment cycle.
- All AFS functions are available only if the vehicle is moving forward.
- “Adaptive Front Light” function can be turned on or off using the MIA system, refer to “Functions of Settings Menu on MIA” in section “Dashboard Instrument and Controls” for further information.
AFS System Failure
In the event of AFS system unavailable, the related warning light and message will light up on the TFT display. Take your vehicle to the nearest Center of the Authorized Maserati Dealer as soon as possible to check the system.
Automatic High Beam
The Automatic High Beam headlight control system provides increased forward lighting at night by automating high beam control through the use of the forward-facing digital camera located behind the rear-view mirror, which is the same one used for example by the Lane Keeping Assist – LKA system on vehicles with ADAS systems. This camera detects the environmental luminosity, the headlamps of oncoming vehicles and the tail lamps of proceeding vehicles in the front area. In these cases, the system automatically switches from high beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view. Furthermore, the digital camera is able to detect the urban areas and the inhabited centers and to turn off the high beams when driving near of one of them. The properly working for this system (if all the other conditions are met) is ensured between 21.7 MPH (35 km/h) and 155 MPH (250 km/h).
Activation Mode
To activate Automatic High Beam function:
Shift the multifunction lever onward
- Put the light switch in “AUTO” position.
- Touch the “Vehicle” soft-key on the main category bar of the MIA display
and open the “Settings” menu. - Choose the “Auto Dim High Beams” function in the “Lights” submenu and insert the check mark in the box to turn on the function.
- To turn off the function delete the check mark in the box.
After these steps, the green indicatoron the upper right side of the TFT display comes on.
NOTE:
- The function is enabled only if the brightness sensor detects the right lighting conditions and them switch to low beam on.
- Broken, muddy, or obstructed headlights and taillights of vehicles in the field of view will cause headlights to remain on longer (closer to the vehicle). Also, dirt, film, and other obstructions on the windshield or camera lens will cause the system to function improperly.
High Beam with “Glare Free” Function (not allowed on the US market)
The “Glare Free” function associated with “Full-LED” headlamps assists the driver during traveling on an off city road with not sufficient environmental illumination allowing the high beam use also with other traffic participants without glaring disturbance. The no glaring effect is obtained through matrixes of LED that are dynamically switched on and off in order to create a shadow zone in correspondence of each other traffic participants lights (motor vehicles and bicycles, as well), according to the information about other vehicles’ lights coming from the forward-facing digital camera located on the windshield, behind the internal rear-view mirror. The no glaring system is a multi-shadow system, since it’s able to create up to four light tunnels simultaneously, each tunnel zone is as large as the obstacle that should not be glared. The figure represents an example of the car that is travelling in the following scenarios:
- two vehicles ahead in the same direction;
- another vehicle that is overtaking;
- another vehicle proceeding in the opposite direction.
The system is able to detect and react to an oncoming vehicle starting from a distance of about 400 yd (400 m), in a couple of seconds. Instead, in case of the preceding vehicles, the system is able to detect and react in few seconds starting from a distance of about 100 yd (100 m).
2023 Maserati Levante Specs, Price, Features, Mileage (Brochure)
Activation Mode
The digital camera is the same used for the automatic high beam, and like automatic high beam also for “Glare Free” function it needs to be activated by MIA “Settings” menu of “Vehicle” page, insert the check mark on the box of the “Auto Dim High Beams” function (see chapter “Functions of Settings Menu on MIA” in section “Dashboard Instruments and Controls”).
The “Glare Free” function will be engaged after the following actions:
- Engine run.
- Function enabled by MIA.
- Low beam on.
- Interior light switch in position “Auto”.
- Multifunction lever in “High beam” activated position.
- Multifunction lever in “High beam” activated position. The “Glare Free” function will work if:
- The vehicle speed is equal or greater than 21.7 MPH (35 km/h) in the engagement phase of the function.
- Environmental brightness is not sufficient for a safe and comfortable drive.
- Traffic scenario out of urban context.
Once the system will be active, there will be two indicators on the instrument cluster, showed in the sametime: one blue and one green. The green indicator indicates that the “Auto Dim High Beams” function is activated on MIA; the blue indicator indicates that all or only some high beam LEDs are physically on in that moment. When instead there is the needing to switch off the whole high beam module to obtain the no glaring effect, on the instrument cluster there will be just one indicator on: the green one. When the scenario allows the partial or full use of high beam with no glaring disturbance, the blue indicator will appear again.
NOTE:
- Some unpredictable conditions, such as dirt, dust, film or any other obstruction on camera lens zone events could affect “Glare Free” function making it working improperly.
- Heavy rainy and foggy weather could affect system performance, leaving the full beam switched on for longer time than the nominal working condition. This could cause a glaring disturbance for other vehicles, to avoid this the driver has to switch off the high beam manually.
- In phase of disengagement of the function, the minimum operating speed is 15.5 MPH (25 km/h).
- “Glare Free” function proper operation is guaranteed if vehicle speed is less than, or at least equal to 155 MPH (250 km/h).
Automatic High Beams/Glare Free High Beams Failure
In the event of a failure on high beam system (Automatic or Glare Free equipped, as well), the related amber warning light will light up on the TFT display. Take your vehicle to the nearest Center of the Authorized Maserati Dealer as soon as possible avoiding to use this system.
Interior Lighting
The interior and external approach lights turn on and off when entering/exiting the vehicle (see “Illuminated Entry/Exit” in section “Before Starting” for further information).
Dome Lights
The dome lights integrated into the front dome console, include a central and two reading lights. The central light automatically turns on when one of the doors is opened and turns off when the door is closed (timed switching off). The light may be switched on manually by pressing the central button. The reading lights are controlled by the respective side buttons. If they are turned on by pressing the button, both central and reading lights will stay on for about 10 minutes after turning the engine off, and will then turn off gradually. When the exterior lights are switched on, the two night LEDs fitted on the side of the power buttons on the overhead console will light up to facilitate the use of the transmission lever and the central console.
If one or more doors are opened, the front and rear dome lights will turn on for 27 seconds. If the door is closed before this time, the lights will dim and subsequently switch off after about 3 seconds.
NOTE:
The dome lights will also turn on by pressing the or button for centralized doors unlock and lock on the key fob.In the event of a collision causing automatic interruption of fuel supply, the dome lights switch on automatically and remain lit for approx. 15 minutes. Apart the lights on the front dome console, there is a light with relevant on/off switch located next to the passenger handholds for the external rear seats. These lights will operate only when the ignition device is in the ACC or RUN position.
Button to Switch off Passenger Compartment Lights
In addition to specific switches to turn on and off the front and rear side dome lights as previously described, on the front console there is a button that allows to turn off and on all these lights.
Interior Lights
To protect the battery, the interior lights will turn off automatically 10 minutes after the ignition device has been shifted to OFF. This occurs if the interior lights were turned on manually or by opening a door. The glove box light, on the dashboard, shares the same characteristics excepting the trunk and liftgate lights. When the ignition device is out of OFF, the light switch can be in any position, and the system is in “NIGHT” mode (detected by the RLS solar sensor) the brightness of controls, instruments and ambient lights, can be adjusted by means of the buttons on steering wheel right-hand side, enter “Vehicle settings” menu and select “Interior Lighting” sub-menu. Press and release the multifunction switch to visualize the available parameters:
- “Backlighting” (example shown in figure).
- “Ambient Lighting”.
Use arrow to scroll the list of parameters that can be adjusted and confirm selection by pressing and releasing multifunction switch : available options will be shown on the display. A check mark will remain next to the previously-selected item until a new selection is made.
Pres and release the multifunction switch to select the option. A selection notice pops up for 2 seconds and then the display reverts to the last modified parameter.
The dimmable lights are the following:
- instrument cluster dials and display;
- dome light (front/rear);
- LED in correspondence of the internal door handle;
- doors and steering wheel backlight controls LED;
- front footrest light;
- front seats night lighting.
Cargo Lights
If liftgate is left open for a long time, lights will turn off after 30 minutes to save battery charge. To illuminate the cargo area there are two lights on liftgate and two more inside the trunk compartment. These lights turn on when liftgate is opened and turn off when it is closed.
If the liftgate is left open for a long time, lights will turn off after 30 minutes to save battery charge.
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