Slide the mechanical latch on the back of the fob, pull out the emergency key and insert it in the driver-door handle lock.
Check that your vehicle has it.
Verified for 2023 U.S.-market Ghibli gasoline configurations using the factory fob with removable emergency key.
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Published availability and qualifications
Verified for 2023 U.S.-market Ghibli gasoline configurations using the factory fob with removable emergency key.
- 2023 U.S.-market Ghibli gasoline models with the factory removable emergency key
Know what kind of control to look for.
This original category diagram is an orientation aid, not a picture of your exact trim. Use the written labels and your vehicle manual to identify the real control.
Step by step.
- 01
Turn the key fob over and locate its mechanical latch.
- 02
Slide and hold the latch on the back of the fob.
- 03
Pull the emergency key out of the fob.
- 04
Insert it in the mechanical lock in the driver-door handle.
- 05
Unlock the driver door manually and address the discharged fob or vehicle battery.
Important limits
- The mechanical key is intended for access when the fob or vehicle battery is dead.
- Using the emergency key in the driver-door lock does not arm or disarm the electronic security alarm.
- An alarm may sound after mechanical entry until the vehicle recognizes a valid fob or is otherwise disarmed.
Quick checks.
- ✓Keep the rear latch fully slid while pulling the key.
- ✓Do not force the key if it is not fully seated in the driver-door lock.
- ✓Replace the fob battery or service the vehicle battery after gaining entry.
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2023 Maserati Ghibli Owner's Main Guide — Emergency Key
Relevant section or page: Using the Control, page 26 — Emergency Key. We use the written official source to determine the steps and applicability shown above.
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