Any of you guys know how often these parts are to be replaced? clutch? brake rotors? I am quite concerned that since there is no Ferrari service shop in Colombia some of the maintenance issues might be over complicated. What else is there to be replaced frequently that requires major car unbuilding.
The 458 needs very little maintenance. It was designed that way. For example, in 5 years of service, and F430 needs 40 hours of routine maintenance. The 458 needs 19. The gearbox is a completely sealed unit. It never needs fluids, filters, or a clutch. It is designed to last the life of the car and be simply replaced as one unit. The brakes are Carbon Ceramic and, if not tracked or abused, will also last a very long time. However, replacing them is expensive when they eventually need to be replaced. I asked a mechanic the other day if it was difficult to work on. He replied it wasn't. But, they are still debugging it with little problems here and there. There have been a lot of campaigns to correct problems that have come up. The 458 is designed to be a daily driver unlike any other sport car Ferrari has ever built. Hope this helps!
I am distrustful of the "life time fill" idea. BMW had this idea for its rear diffs and trans as well, but has since reversed that decision after too many failed prematurely. I would think that break down of fluids would occur even more rapidly in a gear box. I dont expect this to prove successful for Ferrari either, even if they never officially admit it
The dual clutch is supposed to be lifetime too, as in the Cali. I guess there are never any "bad" shifts? We'll see....
I'm happy Ferrari is being more realistic and realizing as much as it is a weekend car for many its still a car and should have good reliability. That was one pleasure about the DCT, the lack of need to change clutches. I know Ferrari and Audi are different but Audi's DCT have held up pretty good so it will be interesting to see how Ferrari's first attempt at DCT holds up
Read the maintenance requirements on the gearbox closer. It is not a sealed unit. Clutch fluid while there is no change interval does need to be checked. The gearand differential oil does need to be changed at regular intervals. Neither is a large job or expense though.
Sorry to bump an old thread. but where I am there are no Ferrari dealers. My car has just crossed 1000miles and I am seeing a green spanner tool icon appearing on the left side display. I know it means something about servicing but is there a break in service req'd at 1000miles or something?
Check the owner's manual. Should be explained there. If not, call a dealer. if serious, Ferrari Roadside Assistance may take it to the nearest repair place free. Best
IIRC the green wrench means it's time for service...oil/filter change & 1K maintenance my car is 1 yr old & the green wrench icon came on several days ago
It's indicating to you that it's time to have it's annual service performed. Oil / Filter change , inspections, adjustments, lube seals hinges, etc. You won't hurt the car to keep driving, but you should consider a plan to get it addressed. The 7 year service plan requires that it be performed each year, missing one, would discontinue the plan... It wouldn't be out of the question to pay the Dealership to fly the tech to you to perform the service. Though the travel expense would be on the client, it would keep the warranty in effect. S
+1. Especially considering the unit costs $92k. They say it is good for the "life of the car", so what is the life of the car??? The last F-car mechanic I spoke with said 10,000 miles on a Ferrari is the equivalent if 50,000 miles on a Toyota Camry. (he said it, not me...so don't aim your angry replies at the messenger) Also know of several 458 trannies that have failed and been replaced under warranty...(so by definition was this "the life of the car"?) Good car to lease, buy extended warranty, or offload before warranty expires.
