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MAS003397 MCL 23-07
CIRCULAR LETTER
FROM Maserati TSO
TO Maserati Network
Battery Policy for "E-XTEQ" Maximus charger
DATE: MAY 17 2023
As an essential component in the electrical system in Maserati vehicles, the battery plays a
crucial role in ensuring reliable performance and safety. To help maintain battery peak condition,
and ensure optimal performance, this bulletin covers important warranty policies, guidelines for
testing, maintenance, and diagnosis of batteries using the new E-XTEQ MAXIMUS battery
charger/tester.
Refer to the most recently published "BOL Policy" and "Prior Approval Components List" to verify if a BOL
Report is required for battery replacement.
ATTENTION:
BOL or Warranty Claims related to inconclusive Battery Test reports may be subjected to
rejection/transferred.
Operational Procedure Sections:
Follow the section guidelines below to perform conclusive documentation for battery warranty reimbursement:
1.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
2.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES
A) General Battery Pre-diagnostic Guidelines
B)
Visual Inspection
C) Performing a Battery Test using the E-XTEQ MAXIMUS
3.
BATTERY MAINTENANCE AND RECHARGING
A) Battery Maintenance
B) Battery Charging-Safety
C) Battery Charging- Procedure
4.
BATTERY TYPES
5.
E-XTEQ SUPPORT
Please read and review this bulletin first before starting the procedure.
Contact your Regional AfterSales Manager (RAM) or the Technical Support Helpdesk if you have any
questions. (Maseratitechsupport@maserati.com)
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Aftersales
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MAS003397
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Summary of Contents for Maserati E-XTEQ
- Page 1 DATE: MAY 17 2023 As an essential component in the electrical system in Maserati vehicles, the battery plays a crucial role in ensuring reliable performance and safety. To help maintain battery peak condition, and ensure optimal performance, this bulletin covers important warranty policies, guidelines for testing, maintenance, and diagnosis of batteries using the new E-XTEQ MAXIMUS battery charger/tester.
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Page 2: Warranty Information
IMPORTANT: Any Warranty claim submitted without any of the above information is subject to being rejected. Battery and printout Examples © 2023 Maserati Americas All rights reserved. Reproduction or translation in Aftersales whole or in part is not permitted without www.maseratiusa.com... -
Page 3: Diagnostic Procedures
Start the test following the prompts on the screen and wait for the test to be completed. Print out the result. Detailed instructions are available in the Maserati Maximus User Manual (See EXTEQ SUPPORT section on page 6) © 2023 Maserati Americas All rights reserved. -
Page 4: Battery Maintenance And Recharging
Before delivery to the Owner, fully recharge the battery if an open-circuit voltage is lower than 12.50V. Maserati recommends using a battery tender if the customer does not drive the vehicle often. Please review the Vehicle Owner’s Manual for further details. -
Page 5: Battery Types
See below known battery types installed in Maserati vehicles. Attention: when performing a battery test with the E-XTEQ, make sure the correct battery type is selected Selecting the incorrect battery type may result in an inaccurate test result and may be subject to warranty review Note: “Flooded”... - Page 6 Before sending a unit back for repair, an RMA (Return Materials Authorization) number must be obtained by contacting E-XTEQ Technical Support: E-XTEQ will ascertain if the unit needs to come in for repair or replacement. If the unit must be replaced, E-XTEQ will provide full instructions for the end user to receive the replacement parts in the shortest possible time.
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