Driving And Steering - Ferrari F430 SPIDER Owner's Manual

Driving and steering

Steering box
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Collapsible Cardan transmission
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Steering column with steering angle
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sensor
Adjustable steering wheel
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Hydraulic steering pump
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Oil tank
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Steering box delivery pipe
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Steering box return pipe
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Cooling coil
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The vehicle is equipped with electronically-
controlled rack-and-pinion type hydraulic
steering, which is servo-assisted by a
variable-calibration hydraulic circuit. As
the speed increases, the aerodynamic load
on the vehicle and the pump calibration
generate a constant steering load with a
sensation of mechanical steering. If steering
sharply, this ensures perfect accuracy and
handling.
The steering column is articulated, height-
adjustable and power-absorbing, with
permanently-lubricated joints. The sensor
that communicates the steering wheel
position to the various onboard systems is
positioned on the steering column.
The hydraulic steering system is composed
of a belt-driven pump which drives the
auxiliary parts of the engine. The fluid
flowing from the steering box crosses a coil
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fitted on the front of the left-hand water
radiator which cools the fluid before it is
returned to the tank.
In the event of a system failure, the vehicle
can still be steered even if greater force is
required to turn the steering wheel. In this
case, it is advisable to stop the vehicle and
contact an Authorised Ferrari Service
Centre.
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When the engine is off or if the vehicle is
towed, it is harder to steer.
Main data
• Lock-to-lock steering
wheel turns: 3
• Steering diameter: 10.8 m
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