Ferrari F430 Amber SLOW DOWN Light E-Diff Permanent Fix

We were getting the Amber Slow Down light along with a F1 Failure light on our Ferrari F430. It turns out that the Amber Slow Down Light is caused by the E-Diff, or Electronic Differential. As the F430 ages, some of the components are going to start failing more often, and one that seems to fail with some regularity is the E-Diff. The solenoid on it can fail, but it also can start having issues from various other problems including the F1 pump/accumulator, not enough hydraulic pressure, or even just wearing out the friction materials. So we purchased a Scuding Swiss E-Diff controller to permanently disable the E-Diff when we have the car set to different driving modes. You can purchase the controller at the link below.

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[cruachfilms]

When I had the solenoid fail for a 2nd time I took it out, cleaned it, then put 12v through it to see if it was working ok, the piston wasn’t moving very well but as I continued to put the 12v through it it spat out a whole bunch of fluid then started working smoothly again, so for me it looked like it was blocked. I then went back to my 1st solenoid that I still had and did the same thing and same result, spat out some fluid and started working. My cleaned solenoid has been working now for 5+ years.

[obelisk]

You know why I love watching you? It's because you are always honest about everything

[Davd_Fih]

Fascinating. This reminds me a lot of what's called the Rear Wheel Steering delete for the Mitsubishi 3000GT VR4, where you cut off the power steering to the rear wheels, remove the now unnecessary and heavy power steering parts, and add some small adjustable aftermarket control arms to the mechanical steering rack/components keep them straight because of age, only nowhere near as easy as this.

[ndpesicgroup]

That's a great gold nugget right there !!! Seems to eliminate a number of potential

[stopmaverick]

Perfect timing. I needed this. Just ordered one, see how it goes. Also, just saw your other video about the fire! Omg I hope everyone in the area stays safe and can save what yall can if it really does get farther! I cant imagine..😢

[pkopjz]

I have this for mine, one less thing to go wrong!

[stopmaverick]

Update, I just installed this on my 430 and it made a huge difference on so many levels. Plug & play and really fast shipping. 👍👍

[ScudIngSwiss]

Great video, thank you very much Dan for explaining and demonstrating the SEB ECU!😀

[theswissdriver]

the main thing about this SEB device (i had it on my F430) is that when you're attacking a corner you really feel that the car is more mechanical, less computer driven, if you seewhat I mean. the driving experience in corners is more raw

[jagpimp]

Very interesting Dan, very intresting.Hope you and your family are doing well.

[housoleum]

Thank u very much for this Video. This is what i was waiting for!

[NetBlazellc]

hmm. I think that if I wanted to buy this car, I'd rather have the actual problem fixed rather than just turn off the thing that's broken? Maybe anyway! Not a criticism, just trying to understand. Seems like this part is $500 or so, and the actual FIX for the problem is $1k.

[CrazyCowboyBuilds]

Just bought this and the relay from them. 👍🏼

[JustinTipton]

When the E-diff is disabled in race mode, is the differential locked or unlocked?

[dwtrksvc]

So if you have the car in any other mode besides race there is still an issue with the F1 pressure?

[CarlsGarage]

So there are two double seals inside the e-diff plate, I got them replaced (produced at a local factory) and now the pressure issue has been fixed.

[Speedgeek]

I’m getting the message constantly as in when I’m backing out of driveway then put in 1st I’ll get it drive a bit stop and get it again would this just be a complete failure of the solenoid or am I looking at more expensive solutions

[hamidq]

Is this fix also relevant to the Scud? I have been getting this error on and off for some years

[tuomasholo]

SOP should be to disable the e diff in all 6spd conversions.

[cagsanozbek]

Correct me if im wrong, but isnt it a bad choice to disable warning system(e diff), why not fixing the triggering problem, like acumulator or f1 pump. Or am I missing something?