Using The Brakes - Maserati Grecale 2022 Owner's Manual

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When parking on uneven surfaces
(rocks, sidewalks, etc..) do not activate
the Entry/Exit ride height on the MIA
display to avoid any contact of the
bottom of the car with the protrusions
of the ground.
When parking on hill roads, it is
important to turn the front wheels
toward the curb on a downhill grade and
away from the curb on an uphill grade.
Apply the parking brake before shifting
the transmission in P (Park) mode,
otherwise the load on the transmission
locking mechanism may make it difficult
to move out of P (Park) mode.
In certain conditions, it is however
advisable to disengage the parking
brake manually and slightly apply the
service brake for starting off. This is
advisable when there are obstacles very
close to the vehicle in the direction in
which you intend to move.

Using the Brakes

CAUTION!
To obtain a good performance by brake
pads and discs, avoid sudden braking
during the first 300 km (190 mi).
The pad wear limit is indicated by the
illumination of the warning light
the instrument cluster.
In this event, please contact the Service
Network .
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake
failure and possibly an accident. Driving
with your foot resting or riding on the
brake pedal can result in abnormally
high brake temperatures, excessive
lining wear, and possible brake damage.
Starting and Driving
In an emergency full braking capacity
may be impaired.
Brake Pads and Brake Discs
Wear on the brake pads and brake discs
depends to a great extent on the driving
style and the conditions of use and
therefore cannot be expressed in actual
kilometres/miles driven on the road.
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The brake system is designed for
optimal braking effect at all speeds and
temperatures.
Certain speeds, braking forces and
ambient conditions (e.g. temperature,
humidity and long outdoor stopping
periods) can therefore cause the brakes
to "squeal". This is normal and will cease
after a few brakings.
New Brake Pads and/or Brake
Discs
New brake pads are already "bed in",
and therefore only attain optimal friction
to the brake disc.
During the first period, the braking
system may make a noise, but it will
disappear over time.
Brake Overheating
Driving on mountain roads with steep
slopes or a sports use of the vehicle
could overheat the brake system
components. In these conditions, parking
brake must not be used since the push
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