Maserati Spyder Owner's Manual page 55

Engine control system
failure (EOBD)
Under normal conditions, the
warning light should switch on when
the ignition key is turned to the MAR
position and switch off as soon as the
engine is started. This will show that
the warning light is working properly.
If the warning light remains on or
switches on while driving, it indicates
that there is a failure in the fuel supply/
ignition and emission control systems.
The failure could cause high exhaust
emissions, loss of performance, poor
driving conditions and high
consumption levels.
Under these conditions you can
proceed slowly without demanding
engine performance or high speed.
Prolonged use of the car when the
warning light is on can cause damage.
For this reason, you should contact the
Maserati Service Network as soon as
possible. The warning light will go out
if the problem disappears. The error
will be stored by the system in any
case.
WARNING When you turn the ignition
key to the MAR position and the
does not light up or switches on when
driving the car, contact the Maserati
Service Network as soon as possible.
Catalytic converter high
temperature warning
light
Turning the key to MAR the warning
light comes on for self-diagnosis, but
should go out after starting the
engine.
This warning light starts flashing or
comes on with a fixed light when
engine malfunction results in high
exhaust system temperature.
WARNING LIGHT FLASHING:
catalyst temperature is too
high. Reduce speed
immediately until the warning light
goes out and then drive carefully at
moderate speed. Contact the Maserati
Service Network as soon as possible to
remove the failure.
IF THE WARNING LIGHT
U U U U
CONTINUES FLASHING OR
STAYS ON AFTER HAVING
REDUCED THE SPEED: dangerous
temperature in the catalytic
converters, catalysts can be damaged.
Stop the car immediately and have it
towed to a Maserati Service Network
workshop by a road service vehicle to
remove the failure.
Maserati declines all
responsibility for whatever
damage deriving from non
compliance with the above mentioned
warnings.
Defective wheel anti-lock
system (ABS)
It switches on when the ABS
system is defective. The normal brake
system remains operational, but it is
advisable to contact the Maserati
Service Network as soon as possible.
Indicators and warning lights
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