Ferrari 360 wont go into gear and blinking red light

1st, tell us - is the F1 pump still running? I would say that the pump, fluid level & the relay would be 1st batch on my list to check & confirm.

 

Trunk and engine lids closed fully ?

 

Sit in car, turn key to "on" but dont start. Listen for F1 pump. Try to shift (with car not running) up & into reverse.

If you do not get any F1 pump action than you would be best served by replacing the pump.

Go here:

http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/360-430/338837-video-f1-pump-motor-replacement-procedure.html

 

Better to do some real diagnosis work instead!

Most common problem is the rear deck switch to be faulty, easily bypassed. If not that, follow a few checks as mentioned.

 

Brian is correct. I personally just see more pump failures than lid switches.

Again correct.

 

How many?

 

I have a box full of them Tim (just the motor, not the pump). Each one dead-dead. Ten years of them. Actually there is one in there that was replaced for preventative maintenance.... Off my own F1 system. Want one?

Edit: I think I must be painting with too wide of a brush for you & Brian. I am meaning "pump motor" when I state "pump," which is why I posted that video above outlining just that. I have never replaced a complete pump unit as its an unnecessary expense for my customers when I can simply swap the motor. That's the way we have been doing things since 1977.

I am still betting on this cars issue being a pump motor. I can't wait to hear the result or final diagnosis.

 

You let the pump motor continue to run on after you left the car? Umm, the car has a battery disconnect switch.

Sounds like the relay stuck on and possibly damaging the pump. It gave you good warning of the problem and you ignored it.

 

You're on the right track. Keep us in the loop.

 

Marko ---

You Sir are a true gentleman To handle such a rude and condescending comment (as Motob's) with such politeness and humility really shows a great deal of class ---- thank you.

 

No, its easy. And readily available. The relay is located behind a small panel attached by small screws right behind your passenger seat. You cant miss the relay once the panel is off. I carry a spare in my personal car just for this occasion.

 

You can tackle the pump motor swap yourself my man. Look to that link I supplied earlier. Have Juri sell you a motor (he can ship you one semi-fast). Follow his simple video and viola you replaced your pump.

I only fear that the dealership may want to replace, and then bleed the whole hydraulic system. Not that this would be a bad thing, albeit expensive... Sure wish I was closer.

Nevertheless. You have done well, asked good questions & should be happy with your personal due-diligence.