Maserati GranTurismo Owner's Manual page 194

Dashboard Instruments and Controls
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eliminate window fogging on the front
windshield.
• Make sure the external air intake
grille, located directly in front of the
windshield, is free of obstructions
such as leaves or other objects. Leaves
collected in the air intake may reduce
airflow, and if they enter the plenum,
they could plug the water drains. In
winter make sure the air intake is clear
of ice, slush, and snow.
• The temperature can be displayed
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in Metric or US units by selecting
the "Units" customer programmable
function. See "Functions of Settings
Menu on MIA" in this section.
• Any time you store your vehicle or
keep it stationary (i.e., during vacation)
for two weeks or more, run the
air conditioning system at idle for
about five minutes in the fresh air by
high blower setting. This will ensure
adequate system lubrication and
minimize the possibility of compressor
damage when the system is started
again.
A/C Filter
The climate control system filters
outside air containing dust, pollen and
some odours. Strong odours cannot be
totally removed from by A/C filter at the
entrance of the air climate system.
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See "Maintenance Procedures" in
section "Maintenance and Care" for filter
replacement instructions.