Driving Conditions - Maserati Quattroporte Automatic Owner's Manual

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Driving conditions

Before your trip
Check the following at regular
intervals and always before long trips:
– tyre pressure and condition
– levels of fluids and lubricants
– conditions of the windscreen 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
800 km (500 mi), and to always comply
with the compulsory measures
prescribed by the Service Time
Schedule.
It is also advisable to:
– clean the glass on the external light
and all other glass surfaces
– properly adjust the mirrors, steering
wheel, seats and seat belts.
Capacities
WARNING: Use unleaded fuel only!
The use of fuel containing lead would
irreparably 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
travelling 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.
– Carefully arrange any objects in the
luggage compartment, to prevent
sudden stops from jerking them
forward.
– Avoid heavy meals before a trip. A
light snack helps to keep your
reflexes sharp. In particular, avoid
drinking alcohol.
– Remember to check the indications
contained in the chapter "Before
your trip", in this section,
periodically.
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