Capacities And Technical Specifications; Driving Conditions; Before Your Trip; Safe Driving - Maserati Quattroporte Automatic 2009 Owner's Manual

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Driving conditions

Before your trip

Check the following at regular
intervals and always before long trips:
– tire pressure and condition
– levels of fluids and lubricants
– conditions of the windshield wiper
blades
– proper operation of the warning
lights and of the external lights.
WARNING: In any case, it is advisable to
carry out these checks at least every
500 miles (800 km), and to always
comply with the Maintenance
5
Schedule.
It is also advisable to:
– clean the glass on the external lights
and all other glass surfaces
– properly adjust the mirrors, steering
wheel, seats and seat belts.
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Driving conditions
Capacities
WARNING: Use unleaded fuel only!
The use of fuel containing lead will
damage the catalytic converters.
For fluid and lubricant specifications
and quantities, follow the indications
contained in the section 7 "CAPACITIES
AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS".

Safe driving

Although the vehicle is fitted with
active and passive safety devices, the
driver's conduct is always a decisive
factor for road safety.
Below are some simple rules for
helping to travel safely in different
conditions. You will be, no doubt,
familiar with some of them but, in any
case, it would be useful to read them
carefully.
Before you drive
– Ensure that lights and headlights are
working properly.
– Adjust the position of the seat,
steering wheel and rear-view mirrors
so that you have the best driving
position.
– Ensure that nothing (mat covers,
etc.) is blocking the pedals travel.
– Avoid heavy meals before a trip. A
light snack helps to keep your
reflexes sharp. In particular, avoid
drinking alcohol or take any drugs
that would reflect your reflexes or
abilities.
– Remember to check the indications
contained in the chapter "Before
your trip", in this section,
periodically.
In addition to being
prohibited by current
regulations, it is extremely
dangerous to ride inside the luggage
compartment or on the front lid of the
vehicle. In the event of an accident,
persons transported in this manner are
more exposed to the risk of serious
injury. Passengers must only travel
seated in the vehicle seats, with the
seat belts fastened properly. Always
check that you and your passengers
have your seat belts fastened
correctly.