Ferrari Mailing List: Re: My first check engine light on the 575

[Charles Perry (charles]

I have the Autel MaxiSys and while it's quite expensive, it's pretty good and 
has sections for all of the exotics. It won't do everything an SD-x machine 
will do, but I've successfully communicated with a variety of systems on an 
F430 and my Vanquish and several Porsches, along with a lot of more pedestrian 
stuff. It also does annual and monthly updates to keep up with manufacturer 
ECU/software changes.


-----Original Message-----
From: Ferrari [mailto:ferrari-bounces+charles=carolinasound.com [at] 
ferrarilist.com] On Behalf Of Hans E. Hansen
Sent: Monday, May 27, 2019 7:17 PM
To: Charles Perry
Cc: The FerrariList
Subject: Re: [Ferrari] My first check engine light on the 575

On 5/27/19, Peter Rychel <dino308gt4 [at] hotmail.com> wrote:
> Is there anywhere on the darkweb that one can get a dondle, or other 
> hardware and/or software that’ll crack the proprietary codes?

A "dongle" has nothing to do with the proprietary codes.  It's simply a 
security device to (attempt) one from using pirated software.

The codes are easily readable.  But their meaning is what is proprietary.  For 
example, a cheap generic OBD scanner showed that my Maserati was throwing a 
Body code - don't recall off the top of my head, but it was something like 
"B0321".  So the code is readable.
But what does it mean?  *That's* the proprietary part.  Could not find a 
reference anywhere that explained what the code meant or what to do about it.

The Leonardo system isn't a total solution.  For example, it will not even 
reset the Change Oil Light on my Maserati.  Supposedly only an
SD2/3 would do it. But someone on the Maserati forum discovered a cheap Chinese 
tool called an "OBDStar X-200" that will reset the Change Oil Light.  It will 
reset other dash warning lights as well, but I haven't had to experiment with 
any of the other functions.  I think someone reset an airbag warning light that 
came on after temporarily disconnecting an airbag.

And, BTW, the Foxwell 510 has been superseded by the 520.  The 520 seems to be 
the only consumer level tool that will reset the Maserati "TPMS system 
malfunction" warning message.  It will also read/reset a handfull of other 
pesky proprietary codes - but certainly not all of them. And when I say "read", 
I mean explain what they are.  BTW, if you are interested in the Foxwell 520 - 
or the older 510 - be aware that it ships with software for just one make of 
vehicle.  They charge
$60 for each additional manufacturer's software.  (Although the Maserati 
software on my 520 has support for the Alfa 8C.  Go
figure.....) For a Chinese company, their customer support is decent, quickly 
answering my questions about software compatibility.  Best
(cheapest) sources are the Foxwell stores on Ebay or Amazon.

Also in my arsenal is the Autel MaxiTPMS tool to activate the finicky TPMS 
wheel sensors that seem to be proprietary to some Maseratis and Ferraris.

So 3 electronic gadgets to keep my Quattroporte happy.  And I'm thinking of 
adding the Autel MX808 just for good measure.

Hans.

>
> I’ve got a Snap-On code reader (Ethos
> Edge<https://store.snapon.com/ETHOS-174-Edge-Scan-Tool-ETHOS-EDGE-Scan
> -Tool-P928828.aspx>), which comes loaded to scan all domestic and Euro 
> cars... Sadly, not Ferrari/Lambo/Maserati. Although it’ll read Fiat 
> and Alfa Romeo (with the recent update, to 2019). All the info is 
> stored in a micro SD card. I haven’t used it on my Fiat yet, but have 
> fixed many coworkers vehicles. I got it when it first came out and my 
> Snap-On guy had them at a blowout introductory price (almost at 
> wholesale).
>
> I think the only aftermarket system is the Leonardo scanner for these 
> exotics (still, at five figures $, if I remember correctly).
>
> This is one of the reasons why I wouldn’t want to own a “modern” Ferrari...
> If my scanner could read them, then I’d consider it.
>
> Peter
>
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> Windows
> 10
>
>
> ________________________________
> From: Ferrari <ferrari-bounces+dino308gt4=hotmail.com [at] ferrarilist.com> 
> on behalf of Erik Nielsen <judge4re [at] gmail.com>
> Sent: Monday, May 27, 2019 5:12:50 AM
> To: PeterGT4
> Cc: The FerrariList
> Subject: Re: [Ferrari] My first check engine light on the 575
>
>
> Nope.
>
> But when you said you needed to bring it in to clear it, I figured it 
> threw one of the propriety codes.  Ferrari mechanics need to eat, too.
>
> On May 27, 2019, at 7:11 AM, Clarence Romero Jr.
> <clyderomerof4 [at] gmail.com<mailto:clyderomerof4 [at] gmail.com>> wrote:
>
> You didn’t see that I bought a tool to check the codes ?
>
>
>
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> If you have no enemies, you have no character !
>
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> On May 27, 2019, at 8:08 AM, Erik Nielsen 
> <judge4re [at] gmail.com<mailto:judge4re [at] gmail.com>> wrote:
>
> There is an SD3 on eBay right now.
>
> Only $20k.
>
> On May 27, 2019, at 7:01 AM, Clarence Romero Jr.
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> Yea right
>
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> On May 27, 2019, at 7:56 AM, Erik Nielsen 
> <judge4re [at] gmail.com<mailto:judge4re [at] gmail.com>> wrote:
>
> Ask Santa for an SD2 for Christmas.
>
> On May 27, 2019, at 6:26 AM, Clarence Romero Jr.
> <clyderomerof4 [at] gmail.com<mailto:clyderomerof4 [at] gmail.com>> wrote:
>
> Well it finally happened
> Knew it would, got a master caution light( sorry guys to you it’s a 
> check engine light, still to much aviator in me) yesterday Nothing I 
> could figure out Will take it in get it cleared and move on Seat 
> stopped working again Then it did !
>
> Bought this
> http://www.diagnostic-world.com/pages/ferrari_code_readers__diagnostic
> _scan_reset_amp_tools_194245-z=582963&p=121451.cfm#content_item_121451
>
> You know the Brits they say it works ( not so sure about BREXIT 
> though) so I want to see it for myself When I get it I will report 
> back on it, since it looks as if the 575 is a moody beast when it 
> comes to check engine lights And if it is as advertised I will do what 
> I’ve done with the shim kit If a lister needs it they pay shipping 
> both ways
>
> I was thinking if Ferrari would have put just a little more into the 
> workmanship of the hoses and electrical system none of this stuff 
> would happen.
> I mean look at Japanese cars and German cars, it’s seems as if the 
> Italians just under engineer the cars or just source parts from 
> horrible suppliers But in retrospect they know that they will sell 
> everything they make so why bother in making it durable, it’s a win 
> for the dealership service department
>
> The new NSX has everything yet they can’t sell them, they are deeply 
> discounted with a finance plan to die for! My friend just bought one.
> And you know that car will always work with no issues whatsoever
>
> Well guys as I’ve always said it is what it is, will report back on 
> the check engine light issue. Not worried, I know it’s just a light 
> and the car runs fine.
>
>
> Too my fellow warriors out the there, have a safe Memorial Day Fly 
> fast N’ Check 6 Push it up lead !
> And if you see a former or active duty service member, thank them for 
> what they do.
>
>
>
>
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