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Understanding the Vehicle
Anti-theft Alarm Systems
Engine Immobilizer System
The Immobilizer System prevents
unauthorized vehicle operation by
disabling the engine. The system does
not need to be armed or activated.
Operation is automatic, regardless
of whether the vehicle is locked or
unlocked.
The system uses a key fob with Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter,
an ignition device and a RF (Radio
Frequency) receiver to prevent
unauthorized vehicle operation.
Therefore, only key fobs expressly
programmed can be used to start and
operate the vehicle.
When the ignition device is set to ON
position, the Engine Immobilizer system
identifies the code transmitted by the
key fob. If the code is recognized as
valid, the Engine Immobilizer system
enables engine starting.
When the ignition device is brought back
to STOP position, the Engine Immobilizer
system deactivates the control module
controlling the engine, thus preventing
its starting.
If, during starting, the key code is not
correctly recognized, the warning
light is displayed on the instrument
cluster (see "Warning and Indicator
Lights” in section “Instruments and
Controls”).
This condition leads to the engine
switching off after 2 seconds. In this
case, bring the ignition device to STOP
and then to ON; if it is still blocked, try
with the other keys provided.
If it is still not possible to start the
engine, contact an Authorized Maserati
Dealer.
If the warning light is displayed
while driving, this means that the system
is running a self-diagnosis (e.g. due to
a voltage drop). If the display persists,
contact an Authorized Maserati Dealer.
CAUTION!
•
Do not tamper with the Engine
Immobilizer system. Any
modifications/alterations could
cause the protection function to be
deactivated.
•
The Engine Immobilizer system is
not compatible with some remote
starting systems that can be installed
in aftermarket. Use of these systems
may result in vehicle starting problems
and loss of security protection.
All key fobs provided with the new
vehicle have been updated with the
vehicle electronics and are therefore
able to provide correct functioning and
protection.
Radio Frequency RKE Transmitter -
Regulatory Information
The "Regulatory Information" for all the
radio frequency and radar devices
can be consulted by accessing the
section "Services" on the website
www.maserati.com.
Alarm System
The alarm basic system is not provided
with an acoustic warning, except for the
horn.
The alarm system goes on in the
following cases:
• wrongful opening of doors and/or front
and rear hoods (or liftgate) (perimeter
protection);
• cutting of the battery leads (only on for
Security Alarm System ( ));
• movement inside the passenger
compartment (volumetric protection,
only for Security Alarm System ( ));
• anomalous lifting/tilting of the vehicle
(anti-lift protection, only for Security
Alarm System ( )).
Activation of the alarm triggers the
acoustic warning and the direction
indicators.
The engine block function is ensured by
the Engine Immobilizer system, which
is automatically activated when you get
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