User manual FERRARI F430

[. . . ] WWW. MANUALS. WS Owner's Manual WWW. MANUALS. WS WWW. MANUALS. WS Introduction The aim of this Owner's Manual is to help you get the best value from your vehicle and to provide information on routine maintenance. We advise you to read it carefully before setting out. The Owner's Manual is an integral part of the vehicle and it must therefore always be kept on board. This manual refers to vehicles with two types of transmission: · F1 electronically-controlled gearbox · mechanical gearbox Therefore some information may vary depending on the gearbox installed. [. . . ] This procedure should be avoided unless there is an emergency situation!Restarting the engine In the event that the engine is turned off accidentally, restart it using the relevant button (see page 68) turning the key to 0 and then to II (On): the engine will start immediately. Starting and driving the vehicle (Mechanical gearbox) Starting the engine Before starting the engine, make sure that the alarm system and all electrical devices with high power absorption are turned off. · Check that the handbrake is engaged. · Put the gearshift lever into neutral. In these conditions, a L will flash on the gear display. Accelerate holding the brake pedal pushed down until the desired engine speed for the standing start has been reached (typically the maximum torque speed). On releasing the brake pedal, the best standing start performance is achieved thanks to a clutch engagement strategy optimised for that engine speed. · Fully depress the clutch pedal without pushing the accelerator. · Turn the key to position II: and wait for the wording CHECK OK to appear on the multi-function display. · Press the ENGINE START button and release it as soon as the engine starts. Do not hold the ENGINE START button pressed down for a long time. WWW. MANUALS. WS 71 WWW. MANUALS. WS Driving the vehicle When the engine has started: · Fully depress the clutch pedal and put the gearshift lever into 1st gear. Use the 1st gear for parking and for hill starts. · Completely release the handbrake. · Slowly release the clutch pedal while gradually accelerating. · Then proceed to engage the other gears, fully depressing the clutch pedal and moving the gearshift lever into the next position. When shifting down, be careful not to exceed the maximum permitted engine rpm (indicated on the rev counter in the area with red notches). · Engage reverse gear only with the car stationary: Push the gearshift lever down and then move it left and back. Parking Engage the handbrake, put the gearshift lever into 1st whether parking uphill or downhill, steer the wheels and switch off the engine (valid for all versions, both with mechanical and F1 gearbox). As the1st gear is the most reduced, it is more suited to use the engine as a brake. When parking on a steep slope, use a wedge or rock to block the wheels. Never leave the ignition key in position II. Always remove the key when getting out of the vehicle. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Do not park the vehicle on flammable materials (paper, grass, dry leaves, etc. ). [. . . ] The body assembly is completed with external sheets (e. g. mudguards, side panels and roof) which, depending on the model, are joined to the space-frame chassis using different joining techniques. The moving parts secured with screws, such as the luggage compartment lid, the engine compartment lid and the doors, complete the body. Repair Instructions In the event of damage to the aluminium parts, the repair always entails replacement of the part. [. . . ]