Maserati MC20 2023 - Normal Starting of the Engine

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Starting and Driving
Normal Starting of the
Engine
WARNING!
It is dangerous to run the engine in an
enclosed area. The engine consumes
oxygen and discharges carbon dioxide,
carbon monoxide and other toxic gases
in the atmosphere that could cause
death.
When doors are opened, the instrument
cluster displays the model logo in the
center and the complete odometer plus
the open doors indicator in the lower
part of the cluster.
Before starting the engine, close the
doors, adjust your seat, the inside and
outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt and
instruct the other occupant to buckle his
seat belt.
The transmission must be in P (Park) or N
(Neutral) mode before you can start the
engine. Apply the brakes before shifting
into any driving gear (see "Dual Clutch
Transmission" in this section).
CAUTION!
•
Before starting the engine, switch
off the electrical devices with a high
power consumption (air-conditioning
and heating system, headlights, etc.).
•
Do not start the engine if the fuel level
in the tank is low.
The keyless ignition allows the driver to
operate the ignition device by pushing
the center button, as long as the key fob
is within the car or closed in the luggage
compartments (check "Keys” in section
“Before Driving" for further information).
By pressing the brake pedal and pushing
the START/STOP button the engine
starts. Instrument cluster displays the
initial sequence with warning light and
analog instruments test routine and
switch-on of the engine temperature
indicators and fuel level.
The current display subsequently sets up
with the latest screenshot.
If the engine fails to start, the starter
will disengage automatically after 10
seconds. If you wish to stop the cranking
of the engine prior to starting it, press
the button again.
NOTE:
Normal starting of either a cold or
a warm engine is obtained without
pumping or pressing the accelerator
pedal.
Pressing again the START/STOP button
the ignition device returns to OFF
position and the display powers down.
Pressing further the START/STOP
button the screen will display the
message that invites you to press the
brake pedal and push the START/STOP
button to start the engine.
NOTE:
If the ignition device is left in the ON
(engine not running) position and the
transmission is in P (Park) mode, the
system will automatically time out after
30 minutes of inactivity and the ignition
device will switch to the STOP position.