Category:
Luxury Grand Tourer (GT)
Target Audience:
Discerning individuals seeking a blend of high performance, comfort, and Italian design
Key Competitors:
Aston Martin DB9, Bentley Continental GT, Mercedes-Benz CL-Class, Maserati Quattroporte
Design Philosophy:
Elegant styling, comfortable 2+2 seating, powerful V12 engine, front-engine, rear-wheel drive layout
Powertrain:
Engine, transmission, clutch, differential, exhaust system
Chassis:
Suspension (adaptive), steering, brakes (ABS, EBD), wheels, tires
Electrical:
Battery, charging system, lighting, ignition, instrumentation, infotainment, climate control, power accessories
Body:
Body panels, doors, windows, interior trim, seating, safety belts, airbags
Operation:
Starting, driving, parking, climate control usage, infotainment system operation, lighting controls
Maintenance:
Fluid level checks, tire pressure, wiper blade replacement, bulb replacement, basic cleaning procedures
Safety:
Airbag system warnings, safety belt usage, child seat installation guidelines, emergency procedures
Troubleshooting:
Warning lights, dashboard indicators, basic operational anomalies
Depth:
Owner-level understanding and basic maintenance; not a full service or repair manual
Engine Type:
Naturally Aspirated V12
Displacement:
5.7 liters (5748 cc)
Bore X Stroke:
82 mm x 90.2 mm
Compression Ratio:
10.2:1
Valve Train:
DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Engine Management:
Bosch Motronic ME7.3.2
Horsepower:
540 hp @ 7250 rpm
Torque:
434 lb-ft (588 Nm) @ 5250 rpm
Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91+ Octane)
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-point Fuel Injection
Engine Oil Type:
Synthetic SAE 0W-40 (API SM or higher, ACEA A3-02)
Engine Oil Capacity:
12.7 Liters (13.4 US Quarts)
Coolant Type:
Ferrari Antifreeze (Glycol based, 50/50 mix with distilled water)
NHTSA Rating:
Not officially rated by NHTSA due to low production volume and exotic status
Brake System:
Ventilated Disc Brakes (Front: 380mm, Rear: 335mm) with ABS and EBD
Traction Control:
F1-Trac (Traction Control System)
Stability Control:
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
Airbags:
Driver and Passenger Frontal Airbags, Side Airbags
Seat Belts:
3-point Inertia Reel Seat Belts with Pre-tensioners
Rollover Protection:
Integrated roll-over protection structure
Audio System:
Bose Premium Audio System with CD Player
Navigation:
Optional Ferrari Navigation System
Climate Control:
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Suspension:
Magnetorheological adaptive damping system (CDVC)
Parking Assistance:
Optional Rear Parking Sensors
Auxiliary Input:
Yes (typically for audio)
Bluetooth:
Not standard on 2004 models; potential aftermarket integration
Oil Change Interval:
Annually or every 12,000 miles (19,000 km), whichever comes first
Major Service Interval:
Every 2 years or 24,000 miles (38,000 km)
Timing Belt Replacement:
Not applicable (Timing chain driven)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 4 Racing Brake Fluid (e.g., Castrol SRF)
Power Steering Fluid:
Pentosin CHF 11S or equivalent
Coolant Capacity:
Approx. 15 Liters
Common Issues Summary:
While generally robust, potential issues can include F1 transmission pump leaks, sticky interior plastics/buttons (common in Ferraris of this era), and potential for exhaust manifold cracks due to heat cycling. Regular specialized maintenance is crucial.
Oil Filter Part Number:
Mann-Filter HU823X or equivalent Ferrari part number (e.g., 172457)
Air Filter Part Number:
Mann-Filter C35186/2 or equivalent Ferrari part number (e.g., 181628)
