The 360 is fitted with catalytic converter (Cat) temperature control system that can trigger a rather alarming message on the dash that tells the driver to “SLOW DOWN”. This message is sometimes accompanied by a loss of engine power and if the driver doesn’t understand what is happening it can be a worrying moment. The purpose of … More Ferrari 360 Slow Down
The correct way to check the engine oil level is to warm the oil up to proper operating temperature. Unless I have just changed the oil, I always check the level after driving several miles. Here is the extract from the owners manual which states the correct way of checking the level. Note that it … More Ferrari 360 engine oil level checks and the danger of overfilling
One of the cool things about owning a website is that you can see what visitors have been searching for before landing on your site. Over the past few weeks there has been a number of people looking for information on Mass Air Flow (MAF) meters so I thought I’d note some info down. The … More Ferrari 360 Mass Air Flow Meter (MAF)
I had to explain the difference between the chassis and assembly numbers the other day so thought it would be useful to note the different type of numbers and identification plates found on the 360. The numbered sections below correspond to the numbers in this diagram: 1. Chassis Number. This is stamped into
Further to my post about the different wheels fitted to the 360 (link), I thought I’d expand on the topic of magnesium wheels. The standard wheels fitted to the 355 are made from a magnesium alloy. Although this means that they are very strong and light, the downside is that magnesium is hygroscopic – ie: it absorbs water. … More Magnesium Wheels
It has been mentioned that McLaren was missing from my factory visit write ups. I’ve not been to the McLaren Technology Centre (yet) but I was fortunate enough to be their guest at the weekend of the 2012 British Grand Prix at Silverstone. My father and I were invited in on the Friday, although I … More Visit to McLaren F1 Silverstone 2012
I dropped by an independent specialist on my way home from work today to have a chat with Paul (the proprietor) and to see what was going on. I ended up seeing something that I had never seen before – a brand new clutch kit with a 3 bolt starter ring gear. Paul had a 2004 360 in … More Ferrari 360 Starter Ring Gear Update
I’ve recently had a few requests for information on how to remove the front bumper from a 360, hence this post. Please excuse the photos – I’ve had to find them in my files and they weren’t taken with the intention of being used in a guide. First of all you need to remove the … More Ferrari 360 Front Bumper Removal
This post should give you enough information on how to carry out an annual service on a 360. Underbody check. With the under trays off, a thorough check should be made of all components, including the suspension joints and bushes. Engine Oil & Filter Change. The engine has a capacity of over 10 litres but … More Ferrari 360 Annual Service
The difference between driving a 360 that has a poorly set up suspension compared to one with the correct settings is like night and day. Setting up the suspension geometry can be done at home but I firmly believe that it is best left to someone with the correct equipment and that means a proper … More Ferrari 360 Suspension Geometry
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