Ferrari 458 ITALIA User Manual

The driver must pay the utmost attention to the signals of the vehicle and, in particular, the warning lights on the dashboard and buzzers. Even when the warning lights do not indicate a situation of immediate danger, the driver must be cautious in relation to possible consequences/degeneration of the failure and other information given. During routine operations, such as refuelling, precautions should always been taken and it is important to check that flammable liquid has not been spilled; these precautions must be observed even if the operation is performed by others. Similarly, before setting off make sure that the doors are closed by checking the warning lights and also manually. The driver must be fully acquainted with the vehicle and its controls in order to handle and drive it correctly. Command of the vehicle can be acquired/improved by attending the driving courses held by Ferrari which we strongly recommend. The use of terms from the motorsports world (such as F1, SPORT and RACE) is merely indicative of the vehicle’s competition-derived technology and does not endorse inappropriate behavior on the road which does not comply with Traffic Regulations. If the vehicle owner has installed one or more new systems, either fixed or removable, on the vehicle, make sure that these have the necessary certification; are fully compatible with the original vehicle equipment (i.e. they do not interfere with it); are fitted by skilled staff.

Environmental protection

Ferrari has designed and constructed a vehicle using technologies, materials and devices capable of reducing the harmful impact on the environment to a minimum.
If you use your vehicle with respect for the environment, you too will contribute towards environmental protection.

Fuel consumption as well as engine, gearbox, brakes and tyres wear mainly depend on two factors:

• use of the vehicle
• driving style.
  Both factors are influenced by the driver.

Use of the vehicle

• Avoid using the vehicle for short trips.
• Check that the tyre pressure is correct.
• Check the fuel consumption.
• Proper periodic maintenance will contribute to preserving your vehicle in full working order and to protecting the environment. We therefore advise you to respect the service due dates indicated in the “Maintenance Schedule”.

Driving style

• Do not accelerate during the starting procedure.
• Do not warm up the engine when the vehicle is stationary.
• Drive carefully and keep a safety distance that corresponds to the driving speed.
• Avoid sudden and frequent acceleration or braking.
• Turn off the engine if the vehicle is kept stationary for long periods of time.
• Shift gears using only 2/3 of the speed permitted for each gear.
• Use the air conditioning in moderation.

Important note
The vehicle is equipped with exhaust gas control and monitoring systems which must always be kept in perfect working order and controlled regularly.

End-of-life vehicle collection service
For many years, Ferrari has been globally committed to respecting and protecting the environment by constantly improving its manufacturing processes and developing increasingly eco-compatible products. To ensure that its customers receive the best service possible, in compliance with environmental legislation and the requirements of EU Directive 2000/53/EC for end-of-life vehicles, Ferrari offers owners the possibility of consigning their end-of-life vehicles at no additional cost so that they can be disposed of. The EU Directive states that the final owner of an end-of-life vehicle (ELV) must be able to consign his or her vehicle without incurring additional costs. Since 2007 in almost all European Union member states, ELV collection is free of charge regardless of the year of registration provided that the vehicle (and the engine and bodywork in particular) contains no additional waste. To dispose of your end-of-life vehicle at no additional cost, contact our Dealers.

Alarm system

The FERRARI CODE system
The vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobiliser system (Ferrari CODE) which is automatically activated when the ignition key is removed.
The keys are equipped with an electronic device that transmits a coded signal to the Ferrari CODE ECU. Once this ECU has recognised the signal, it allows starting the engine.

Operating
Each time the ignition key is removed (see page 87), the protection system activates the engine immobiliser.

When starting the engine, press the ENGINE START button on the steering wheel:

1. If the code is recognised, the CODE warning light A on the instrument panel turns off when the check procedure has been completed, whereas the EOBD warning light B turns off when the engine is started once the ECU has completed its diagnostic cycle; in these conditions, the protection system has recognised the key code and deactivated the immobiliser.
2. If the CODE warning light A stays on, it means that the code has not been recognised. If this occurs, it is advisable to turn the key back to position 0 and then back to II; if the immobiliser device remains active, try with the other key provided.

Important note
If you still cannot restart the engine, contact the Ferrari Service Network.

Duplicating the keys
If you request additional keys, provided that the conditions to satisfy your request are met, remember that the codes must be stored (up to a maximum of 7 keys) on all the keys.

Contact the Ferrari Service Network directly and bring the following with you:

• all the keys in your possession;
• the CODE CARD for the Ferrari CODE system;
• a personal identity document;
• the documents proving ownership of the vehicle;
• a report of loss of keys made to the relevant authorities.

The codes of the keys that are not available when the new memorisation procedure is performed will be deleted from the memory, in order to prevent that any lost or stolen keys are used to start the vehicle.

Replacing remote control batteries
If you press one of the three buttons of the key and this does not activate the corresponding function, check that the alarm system functions are operating correctly by using the other remote control before replacing the batteries.

Replace the remote control batteries as follows:

• open the key cover C using a small screwdriver at the position indicated by the arrow;
• remove the battery D by pushing in the direction indicated by the arrow to release it from the retainer cover E;
• fit a new battery of the same type, observing the indicated polarity;
• close the key cover C.

Important note
Do not use sharp tools to remove the cover and be careful to avoid damaging the remote control.

Electronic alarm
The electronic alarm system performs the following functions:

• remote control for central door locking/unlocking;
• perimeter surveillance, detecting if doors and lids are open;
• motion surveillance, detecting intrusion in the passenger compartment;
• vehicle movement surveillance.

Activation
To turn on the alarm system, press button F on the key:

• the turn indicators flash once;
• the system “beeps”;
• the red LED on the dashboard flashes;
• the central door locking system is activated and the doors are locked.

The system activates after approximately 25 seconds.
When the electronic alarm is activated, the user may request opening of the luggage compartment; in this case, the motion and anti-lift sensors are temporarily deactivated.

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