Maserati Ghibli 2016 Owner's Manual page 253

• Remove the rubber inspection cover
by pulling its tab in order to locate
the actuator that controls the lock
and unlock system of the parking
brake.
• Remove the protective cap by
unscrew it counterclockwise using
the hexagonal socket end of the
special tool.
• Insert the hex tip of the flexible part
of the special tool, inside the
disclosed section.
• Turn the handle of the special tool
clockwise until release.
• Remove the special tool from its seat
and seal with the cap.
• Reassemble all parts removed for
this operation.
In an Emergency
Release after Battery
Disconnection
The following maneuver does not
allow the full release of the parking
brake but still allows for the vehicle to
move, as e.g. to load it on rescue
vehicles.
• Within 3 minutes after power off
(ignition device OFF), reconnect the
battery.
• Turn the ignition switch in RUN
position.
• Press the brake pedal while
simultaneously raising the EPB
control for 5 seconds: the brake
cables will loosen enabling the
vehicle to be moved.
WARNING!
After each emergency release, the
warning light and related
break-down message will light up and
display on the instrument cluster. The
electric parking brake system remains
inefficient and must be repaired by an
Authorized Maserati Dealer to resume
operation.
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