Positioning:
        
        
            Premium luxury performance sedan
        
     
    
    
        
            Key Competitors:
        
        
            Porsche Panamera, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Audi A8
        
     
    
    
        
            Design Philosophy:
        
        
            Italian design, performance focus, luxury appointments
        
     
    
        
            Manual Value Proposition:
        
        
            Enables owners to perform professional-level maintenance and repairs, saving significant labor costs.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine:
        
        
            Service, Repair, Troubleshooting, Engine Control System
        
     
    
        
            Transmission:
        
        
            Service, Repair, Troubleshooting
        
     
    
        
            Brakes:
        
        
            Brake System Service, Troubleshooting
        
     
    
        
            Electrical System:
        
        
            Electrical System, Wiring Diagrams, Troubleshooting
        
     
    
        
            Suspension Steering:
        
        
            Suspension, Steering, Chassis
        
     
    
        
            Cooling Fuel Emission:
        
        
            Cooling System, Fuel Injection/Fuel System, Emission System
        
     
    
        
            HVAC:
        
        
            Heater/Air Conditioning
        
     
    
        
            Body Interior:
        
        
            Chassis/Body, Restraint System, Interior
        
     
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            Differential/Drive, Axle
        
     
    
        
            General Maintenance:
        
        
            General Maintenance, Periodic Lubrication
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance Procedures:
        
        
            Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, lubrication services
        
     
    
        
            Repair Procedures:
        
        
            Step-by-step repair instructions for all major systems
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting Diagnostics:
        
        
            Advanced troubleshooting guides and diagnostic procedures
        
     
    
        
            Rebuild Procedures:
        
        
            Comprehensive rebuild instructions for key components
        
     
    
        
            Detailed Substeps:
        
        
            Provides detailed substeps for complex repair procedures.
        
     
    
        
            Notes Cautions Warnings:
        
        
            Includes critical notes, cautions, and warnings within each chapter.
        
     
    
        
            Instructional Format:
        
        
            Numbered instructions for step-by-step guidance.
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Complete Factory Level - Professional Technician/Mechanic Grade
        
     
    
        
            Illustrations:
        
        
            Includes hundreds of illustrations, drawings, and photos.
        
     
    
        
            Diagrams:
        
        
            Detailed wiring diagrams and system schematics provided.
        
     
    
        
            Figure Matching:
        
        
            Bold figure numbers for quick matching of illustrations to instructions.
        
     
    
        
            Part Identification:
        
        
            Enlarged inset views for detailed part examination.
        
     
    
    
        
            Table Of Contents:
        
        
            Numbered table of contents for fast information retrieval.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Transmission Type:
        
        
            6-speed automatic (ZF 6HP26)
        
     
    
    
        
            Optional Transmission:
        
        
            N/A for these model years
        
     
    
    
        
            Transmission Modes:
        
        
            Automatic, Manual (Sequential Sport Shift)
        
     
    
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Type:
        
        
            Refer to manual for specific ZF Lifeguard Fluid 6 or equivalent (e.g., Pentosin ATF1)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Length:
        
        
            Approx. 5052 mm (198.9 in)
        
     
    
        
            Width:
        
        
            Approx. 1890 mm (74.4 in)
        
     
    
        
            Height:
        
        
            Approx. 1438 mm (56.6 in)
        
     
    
    
        
            Wheelbase:
        
        
            Approx. 3000 mm (118.1 in)
        
     
    
    
        
            Curb Weight:
        
        
            Approx. 1980 kg (4365 lbs) - Varies by trim
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Crash Test Ratings:
        
        
            Specific ratings may vary by region; consult NHTSA/Euro NCAP for available data. Generally expected to be high for its class.
        
     
    
    
        
            Active Safety:
        
        
            ABS, EBD, Traction Control (ASR), Stability Control (MSP), Bi-Xenon Headlights, Parking Sensors
        
     
    
    
        
            Passive Safety:
        
        
            Front Airbags, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Seatbelt Pretensioners
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Infotainment System:
        
        
            Bespoke Maserati system with CD/MP3 player, optional Navigation, Bluetooth connectivity (availability may vary by specific vehicle configuration).
        
     
    
    
        
            Driver Assistance Features:
        
        
            Cruise Control, Front and Rear Parking Assist.
        
     
    
    
        
            Connectivity Options:
        
        
            Optional Bluetooth for hands-free calling.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Recommended every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first.
        
     
    
        
            Major Service Interval:
        
        
            Refer to manual for specific major service intervals (e.g., spark plugs, transmission fluid, brake fluid).
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            SAE 0W-40 Synthetic (API SN, ACEA A3/B4 approved)
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Ethylene Glycol based, 50/50 mix with distilled water (Maserati specific coolant recommended)
        
     
    
        
            Brake Fluid Type:
        
        
            DOT 4 (Low Viscosity - LV)
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Wear Items:
        
        
            Timing belts (if applicable to specific engines in this generation, though later ones were chain-driven), suspension bushings, exhaust systems, electronic sensors, infotainment system glitches.
        
     
    
        
            Potential Reliability Concerns:
        
        
            Some owners report higher than average maintenance costs and potential for electrical gremlins. Regular adherence to maintenance schedules is crucial.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Brand Origin:
        
        
            Founded in Bologna, Italy in 1914 by the Maserati brothers.
        
     
    
    
        
            Quattroporte Legacy:
        
        
            The Quattroporte nameplate signifies a luxury grand tourer with four doors, a lineage dating back to the 1960s.
        
     
    
    
        
            Manufacturing Location:
        
        
            Grugliasco, Turin, Italy
        
     
    
        
            Generation Production Years:
        
        
            2003-2013 (M139 Generation)