Ferrari F430 SPIDER, Owner'S Manual

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Before you drive
- Adjust the position of the seat, steering
wheel and rear view mirrors, in order to
obtain the best driving position.
- Adjust the backrest so that the chest is
upright and the head is as close to the
headrest as possible.
- Carefully adjust the headrest so that the
head, and not the neck, is resting against
it. Ensure that nothing (e.g., mat covers,
etc.) is blocking the pedals.
- Check that the lights and headlights are
working properly.
- Check proper functioning of the acoustic
and visual warning devices.
- Ensure that any child restraint systems
(child seats, cradles etc.) are properly
fixed on the passenger seat.
- To prevent objects being thrown
forwards in the event of sudden braking,
place them in the luggage compartment.
- Your reflexes are quicker if you eat lightly
before driving: avoid heavy meals before
a trip.
- Do not drink alcoholic drinks before and
during the journey.
- Check that the driving mode switch is
positioned on the desired driving mode.
If the vehicle was used in the
RACE
or mode, the
RACE
mode
will remain active until the next start, and
this may be dangerous under poor grip
conditions.
Always fasten the seat belts and adjust
them properly. Correct use of the seatbelts
can markedly reduce the risk of injury,
including serious injury, should an accident
occur.
At regular intervals, check the following:
- Tyre inflation pressure and condition.
- Engine oil level.
- Engine coolant level and cooling system
condition.
- Brake fluid level.
- Hydraulic steering system fluid level.
- Windscreen washer fluid level.
When travelling
- Caution is the number one rule for safe
driving, which also means you should
take other people’s behaviour into
consideration.
- Follow the Road Regulations of the
country in which you are driving, and
always respect the speed limit.
- Strictly comply with the road signs and
road regulations (both national and
local) of the country in which you are
driving.
- Always check that you and the passenger
have your seat belts fastened; children
must be seated in the required child seat
in vehicles equipped with the device for
manual deactivation of the passenger
airbag.
- Good physical fitness will allow you to
safely travel long distances. In any case,
take regular breaks to loosen up your
limbs and refresh yourself, and avoid
driving for hours on end.
Drunk driving, or driving under the
influence of drugs or certain medicines
is extremely dangerous for yourself and
others.
Taking certain medicines, alcohol, drugs
or psychotropic substances is extremely
dangerous for yourself and others as it
considerably increases the risk of accidents.
Travelling without your seat belt fastened
increases the risk of serious injury and