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Broken window switch? Sorry sir, not so easy.

Discussion in 'California/Portofino/Roma' started by TifosiConch, May 12, 2020.

  1. TifosiConch

    TifosiConch Karting

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    #1 TifosiConch, May 12, 2020
    The passenger side window switch broke off on my '15 Cali T. It's a plastic piece with two push lock tabs and one broke off. No big deal, I thought, I'll get it replaced at my annual service. I went to the parts department and asked for a replacement, they informed me that Ferrari changed the design and the switch is no longer made. They will have to replace the switch box itself on both sides and replace both switches to match. Before starting a frantic search on scuderiacarparts.com or exotic auto recycling, I remembered that my extended factory warranty expires in August. A quick walk to the service department confirmed that it will be covered under warranty. I'm happy to avoid the cost and glad my car will be upgraded to prevent future breakage, but isn't that a little overkill for a $50.00 switch?
     

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  2. Snewton94024

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    #2 Snewton94024, May 12, 2020
    Mine has broken twice even though hardly used on the passenger side.
    It is a very fragile part, it seems.
    Has been replaced under warranty.
     
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  3. TifosiConch

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    #3 TifosiConch, May 12, 2020
    I guess that is why they redesigned it, tired of replacing them. Since they will be working so close, I'm having them change out my center dash plaque, radio surround and central bridge to carbon fiber to match my steering wheel and paddles.
     
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  4. tomc

    tomc Two Time F1 World Champ

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    #4 tomc, May 12, 2020
    Now that's lemonade from lemons thinking!
    You guys still in lockdown @ the end of US-1?
    T
     
  5. TifosiConch

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    #5 TifosiConch, May 14, 2020
    Yes, the roadblock is still up, turning away the barbarian hordes lol. It's very relaxing to drive the streets without the imbeciles on scooters incessantly beeping their horns, and without the cruise ships the water is clearer. Wish it could stay this way, but eventually most of us will face a bleak future without tourists.
     

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  6. Nospinzone

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    #6 Nospinzone, May 15, 2020
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    #7 whatheheck, May 17, 2020
    Looks like these window switches are weak indeed and prone to breakage.

    I just purchased a CPO 2016 Cali T and during CPO inspection they found one of the window switches broken.

    New part ordered and will be replaced before they ship the car to me next week.

    Thanks for sharing your experience.

    Dan


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  8. DavidPutty

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    #8 DavidPutty, Jul 8, 2020

    My drivers window switch is loose. Was your car under the New Power Warranty?
     
  9. TifosiConch

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    #9 TifosiConch, Jul 10, 2020
    Yes, it was. I just renewed it until August 2021 for the very reasonable price of $4500 lol. They had to inspect the car and do a compression test to sell the warranty, of course they charged for that as well. It does cover the convertible top rams, which my service advisor said cost far more than the warranty to replace and may begin to fail. My plan is to sell the car with about 6 months of warranty remaining(in 2022) , just like when I bought it.
     

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  10. vjd3

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    #10 vjd3, Aug 25, 2020
    Well, predictably, the drivers' side switch on my Cali T broke yesterday, or at least, one side of it did, it's loose now but still working. I was able to order a pair of switches for $18 a piece, which is fine, as I expect the passenger side switch will not be far behind. But does anyone know how to remove the existing switch to pop the new one in? That's missing from the workshop manual.
     
  11. DavidPutty

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    #11 DavidPutty, Aug 25, 2020
    There are two types of buttons - older pop in type and newer screw in. I tried ordering the buttons but old pop in style is unavailable. Only way to fix is replace both switches + wiring. Dealer replaced mine a few weeks ago. Not cheap.. Probably can do yourself but looks like it requires removing the console.
     
  12. TifosiConch

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    #12 TifosiConch, Aug 26, 2020
    It looked like mine just snapped into place. The Collection in Miami still had a couple of the old switches in stock, but then I discovered I was still under warranty. I also found some on Ebay.
     
  13. Akajak1

    Akajak1 Karting

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    #13 Akajak1, Aug 26, 2020
    Off topic, but the potential issue with the top sounds worrying !!


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  14. SLViper1

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    #14 SLViper1, Aug 30, 2020
    Last edited: Aug 30, 2020
    There are a few of the original clip in buttons left on ebay.
    If you like Scuderiacarparts.com can send you the updated L & R switches with updated, screw on buttons for $668 + shipping.
     

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