Help !!! 360 Alarm PIN code problem !!!

It needs to be under 2 seconds for each on/off cycle.

 

Richard- It is easy to do the cycles in less than two seconds. Two seconds is a long time, relatively speaking. The two seconds is only for one off-on-off cycle, not for the entire number of cycles required for a PIN digit or "learning mode" digit input. Take a look at this procedure and try it. Brian (Rifledriver) has done dozens of Alarm ECU programmings to accept new alarm remotes/fobs, I have only done one. But one is all you need. Mine worked on the first time for engine start and the second time for Alarm ECU programming to accept new remotes/fobs. You can do it, too.

Taz
Terry Phillips
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Richard,

I was in the exact same situation on my 360 Coupe, purchased as "Ferrari Approved, Certified Pre Owned" so I made it a point to make sure obtaining a new set was part of the purchase contract.

Sure enough, Ferrari New England came through (2 month wait for the original PIN and new FOBs from Italy) and just this past Thursday the guys at Miller Motors here in CT hooked me up...as I watched the tech do it (didn't want to try it myself) I thought what an odd system...nonetheless, it worked and within 5 minutes I was on my way!

Keep that red and the PIN in a safe place pal

 

When I bought my 360, it only had one black key FOB. The seller ordered a new set of fobs and an additional spare key but didn't get the fobs programmed.
So, I tried the method Taz described and not only could I not get it to work, but the car essentially "locked me out" for about an hour before I could even start the car again. Thought I did something wrong, so after I was able to start the car, I tried it again. Same result...could not get the fobs programmed and the car would not start for almost an hour.
I believe the alarm code is correct because the VIN on the code matches my cars VIN.
What am I doing wrong....any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

 

Richard- Good point on going to "on" before starting the car. Since I always turn it to "on" and wait for the "Check OK" light to come on, at which point the LED goes off, I did not even think about it. Will modify the instructions accordingly.

RSS- Do you have the old, original PIN? The old PIN is the one burned in your original, lost red remote, and currently programmed into your Alarm ECU. It should have come with the paperwork in your car's owner's manual folder. There is even a spot to write it in your warranty book, which I highly recommend. You might check to see if it was previously entered by the original owner.

You must use the original PIN to reprogram your Alarm ECU to memorize the new red remote PIN and to memorize the identifiers on all three new remotes. If you try to start the car or reprogram the Alarm ECU using the new red remote's PIN, the Alarm ECU assumes you are trying to steal the car and shuts the system down for some period of time, which it sounds like you have already discovered.

Brian, Dave, Steve- Any other ideas? You have done a bunch more of these than I have.

Taz
Terry Phillips

 

Original PIN required. New fobs will come with new pin with vin but old pin still required.

 

Thanks for your response, gentlemen. Here is all the stuff I have...I believe it is the original pin. Is it wierd for the VIN to be off by one letter?
More specifically, under Taz's instructions, I was never able to get the LED to turn off, so I was not able to proceed.
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Have another look. You are off by more than one.

Looks to me like they gave you someone else's code.

 

I pointed this out to the dealer before I bought the car but was told that because the last eight digits matched, this was the PIN for this car...can anyone verify this to be correct or was I fed a line?

 

I spent most of my adult life in dealers and I don't believe anything they say. I know better.


This is one of those situations where you can go around in circles, get frustrated and not get your car fixed all for the sake of saving a few bucks or you could have just taken it to the dealer or Ferrari shop of your choice, have them get the remotes and have them program it and if codes don't work ot VIN's are wrong it is all someone else's problem.

 

RSS,

Right about now would'nt you like to find a way to just excorcise that evil possed system out of the car?

 

No kidding.... ;-)))). Actually the car is already scheduled to go in and have this taken care of. I just wanted to do this as an exercise in trying something new. If it worked, these forums would have proved to be more than a place to view some beautiful cars for me... If not, it's still a great place to hear some of the banter and get ideas. Thanks, all.

 

+1

 

RSS- What you will probably get is a new Alarm ECU with a new PIN already programmed, and three new remotes, with the red one containing the same PIN as the Alarm ECU. Supposedly prices have come down on these sets, but I guess you are about to find out. Hopefully the dealer will cover the cost.

Taz
Terry Phillips

 

I'll keep you guys posted once I find out. Bummer about my code though... I really wanted to try your method, Oh well....

 

going through the same ordeal as you are.car came with only 1 correct key and black remote,other key black and red remote were not for my car.just received a new key and three remotes (1 red) and a new alarm code but i do not have my original alarm pin code so i can't program new remotes unless i change my alarm ecu.i called the dealer and they said an email will be sent to the factory along with a color copy of my license and registration and my old code will be sent back to the dealer tomorrow via email along with a hard copy sent in the mail to my home address.let see if they speak with forked tongue

 

RSS,

If you are able to delete the factory alarm I would like to know how it is done. Please let us know or PM me. I have ideas but I have not tried them.

 

forgot to post ... dealer e-mailed me my original alarm code,and with f chat instructions i got it on the first try. thanks for the help

 

Hi guys:

I apologize if I am driving this subject into the ground but...just wanted you all to know that after following the instructions as described by Taz (I luv ya, man!!) I finally have a fully functioning set of fobs including my red one. The pin I have is correct despite the fact that the VIN did not match exactly, (the dealer actually spoke the truth, Rifledriver, a rarity, I know). This has been a great exercise in following instuctions and a great experience with the members of this board. You can't believe how excited I am!!!

 

rss, John- I love a happy ending.

Taz
Terry Phillips

 

I bought a 360 F1 last fall....I was thinking of upgrading to a 430 so I have been trying to sell the car on my own...anyways long story short..when I bought the car I put my alarm pin code the red master key in a safe place like I was told and never used it...the other day I was showing the car to someone interested in buying it and realized the red master key was not working...the battery in the remote is fine...all I have is the two ignition keys, one black FOB that works, and the four digit pin code. I quickly started calling Ferrari dealers to fix the problem..I have gotten many different answers some i like more than others...

Since I live far from a Ferrari dealer I just wanted to know if anyone knew the solution to this....Do I need to buy a whole new alarm system or can a new set of FOBs be reprogrammed to my existing alarm...thanks in advance for any help

I emailed (if the option was available) some people on this thread who I thought could help...but if anyone can help pls feel free to post

Thanks

 

Been discussed, even in this thread but the short answer is can't tell with the information provided. Try the PIN and see if you can start the car. Then let us know that result.

As for the red remote. Change the battery anyway and give it a try. You may have to push the button several times to get it synchronized again. Sit in the car and push the button. The system should respond. If not, try it several more times, pausing in between, and see if the system responds. Then report this result too.

With that information we can probably get you headed in the right direction. Good luck.

 

Hi Guys,
i was wondering if anyone would be able to let me
know what are 2 remote looking gadgets i have
in my handbook case. They are approx the same size as
my remotes and half as skinny. They have a flashing red light
and a button to press and both have barcodes on them which are
not of the same digits