Ferrari F430 Owner's Manual page 121

of the system should be carried out at the
Ferrari Service Network.
Brake pads
The brake pads are fitted with a wear
indicator that is connected to the brake
warning light. When this warning light
comes on or in any case when braking
no longer appears to be regular, the pad
thickness and the condition of the braking
surfaces must be checked.
The minimum permissible thickness for
the pads is 3 mm (thickness of the friction
material only).
The brake failure warning light will come
on to indicate excessive wear of the brake
pads, which must be replaced immediately.
If you have the brake pads replaced
at an unauthorised workshop,
Ferrari is relieved of all responsibility for
damage caused to persons or things.
In order to allow the pads to bed in following
replacement, avoid sudden and sharp braking
until they have fully adapted (after about
300 km / 186 mi.).
ABS and EBD systems
The vehicle is equipped with ABS (Anti-
Blockier System) and EBD (Electronic
Brake-Force Distribution) systems which,
via the ECU and the ABS sensors, enhance
the performance of the braking system.
In the event of an emergency stop or
braking on slippery surfaces (where there
is snow, ice, etc.), the ABS together with the
conventional braking system allow applying
the maximum braking force without the
wheels locking and consequently losing
control of the vehicle.
The system is based on an electronic
control unit that processes the signals
coming from 4 sensors integrated in the
circuits of the 4 wheels.
When a wheel tends to lock, the sensor
warns the ECU which, in its turn, signals to
the electro-hydraulic unit
to intervene and modulate the pressure on
the brake calipers. The driver will perceive
a 'pulsing' sensation coming from the brake
pedal, which is quite normal.
In the event of a failure, the system will
be deactivated, but this will not affect the
efficiency of the conventional braking
system.
The failure is indicated by the relative
warning light on the instrument panel
coming on. In this case it is advisable
to contact the nearest workshop of the
Ferrari Service Network who will
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immediately identify the fault thanks to
the self-diagnostic function with which the
system is equipped.
The system performance in terms of active
safety must not induce the driver to run
unnecessary and unjustified risks.
In any event, always adapt driving conduct
to the weather conditions, visibility and the
traffic.
The maximum deceleration obtainable is
however always dependent on the tyre grip
on the road. Obviously, when there is snow
or ice on the road, grip is greatly reduced
and hence the braking distance is greater
even if the ABS system is active.
The vehicles must be fitted with wheel
rims, tyres and brake lining of the type
and make approved for this model by the
Manufacturer.
Although this device greatly contributes
to the vehicle's safety, it is still essential to
drive with particular care when the road is
wet or there is snow or ice.
The vehicle is equipped with an EBD
(Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
system.
If the warning light comes on when the
engine is running, it indicates a malfunction
of the EBD system. In this case, sharp
braking could lead to the rear wheels
locking too early and the vehicle may skid.
Driving extremely carefully, immediately
go to the nearest workshop of the Ferrari
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