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January 2019
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488 Pista Spider Pre-Delivery Inspection – PDI Procedures

Please find enclosed the list of procedures and inspections to be performed at all times before
the vehicle is delivered to the customer.
The following procedures must be performed exactly as indicated and in the order given,
providing the factory with the information requested.

- IMPORTANT This Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) procedure may only be performed with a PCTester DEIS updated to at least the following software version (or subsequent
release):
- Module 0

Portal and Troubleshooting

54

- Module 1

DEIS Diagnostic software

80

- Module 2

Technical Documentation

12

- Module 3

Tools

8

Check the software number and, if necessary, update your DEIS Tester
immediately.

Procedure.
1.

Visually inspect the condition of vehicle paintwork; repair if necessary (use the specific
“Bodywork defects” form annexed on page 8).

2.

If disconnected, connect the negative pole of the battery and reset the vehicle autoadaptive parameters (as described in paragraph F3.01 of the Workshop Manual).

3.

Activate Key-ON state (as described in paragraph F19.02 of the Workshop Manual), and
check which letter is shown on the DOT MATRIX display:
- if letter “P” (Park Lock) is displayed, go to point 5.
- if letter “N” (Neutral) is displayed, go to point 4.
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4.

Re-enable the Park Lock – Gearbox lock device (as described in paragraph C2.07 of the
Workshop Manual).

5.

Using the DEIS tester, print out the engine parameters and check that the lithium battery
SOC (State of Charge) value is at least 70%. If the SOC is below this level, the battery
must be recharged.

Fig. 1

Note: If the battery needs to be recharged, we recommend using a FRONIUS Acctiva
Professional 35A power supply and following the instructions provided in Technical
Information 2520. If this power supply is not available, use a lithium battery-compatible
power supply. If the battery has been recharged, print out the engine parameters again
and attach them to the ROL with the description “PDI Form Info”.
6.

Using the DEIS tester, disable the “Logistic Mode” function with diagnostic cycle “150
Complete Logistic Mode” on the NBC ECU (Body Computer Node).

7.

Test the keys and the anti-theft system.

8.

Check that the daytime lights work correctly (depending on market).

9.

Check that the low beam headlights work correctly: also check that the AFS system
(adaptive front lights - if applicable) works correctly by turning the steering wheel.

10. Check the vehicle front lift (if present) is working: check the AFS system is working (low
beam orientation). With the car raised, the height of the light beam must be equal to the
height with the car lowered.
11. Check that the high beam headlights work correctly.
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12. Check that the stop lights work correctly.
13. Check that the turn indicators and license plate lights work correctly.
14. Check that door lights, vehicle interior light and luggage compartment lights work
correctly.
15. Check that the control panel/button backlighting on the dashboard and driver side door,
center console, ceiling light unit and USB socket lights work correctly.
16. Test the horn.
17. Check function of power windows and “BackLite” rear screen.
18. Check that the windshield and headlight wipers work correctly.
19. Check that the mechanical/electrical steering adjustment mechanism works correctly.
20. Check that the seats work correctly.
21. Check that the electric parking brake (EPB) works correctly; test manual and automatic
modes.
22. Check function of infotainment (if applicable) / Navigation system (if applicable) (see
point 36);
23. Check coolant level and top up if necessary.
24. Check power steering fluid level and top up if necessary.
25. Check the brake fluid level and top up if necessary.
26. Check headlight washer/windscreen washer fluid level and top up if necessary.
27. Check tire pressure calibration with the TPMS system.
28. Check the tightness of the wheel studs with a torque wrench. The studs must be tightened
to 120Nm on vehicles with aluminum wheels, and 150Nm on vehicles with carbon
wheels.
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29. Check that the tow hook can be fitted correctly.
Start the engine (as described in paragraph F19.02 of the Workshop Manual),
and perform the following:
30. Perform two complete roof open/close cycles.
31. Check that the air conditioning and heating system works correctly (static test).
32. Check that the electric rear view mirrors work correctly.
33. Check that the internal electrochromic mirror and the electrochromic RH and LH rear
view mirrors (if installed) work correctly.
34. Check that the parking sensors and rear and front camera (if installed) work correctly.
35. Using the DEIS tester, perform the “Cancel all DTCs from all ECUs” procedure from the
“Vehicle functions” menu.
Test drive.
36. Check that the navigation system works correctly (if applicable); set route before driving.
37. Test drive the vehicle (approx. 20 minutes).
38. Check that the Stop&Start system works (if applicable).
39. While driving, check that the “suspension damping decoupling” button and “Manettino”
dial on the steering wheel work correctly.
40. Check that the telemetry kit works (if applicable).
41. While driving, check that the air conditioning and heating system works correctly
(dynamic test).
42. For USA/CND Version only. Take the vehicle into a location with a clear view of the sky,
set the SiriusXM receiver to preview channel 1, and listen to the audio (note that the
preview channel is only available on unactivated SDARS units with no subscription).
Return to workshop.
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43. Check the engine oil level (engine warm and at idle speed) and top up if necessary (as
described in paragraph B8.02 in the Workshop Manual).
44. With the DEIS tester, check that the VIN number read with the tester matches the VIN
number of the vehicle; if necessary, the VIN number read with the tester may be written
using the “100 VIN Writing” diagnostic function (password-protected) on the NCM
ECU (engine control node). Any faults must be reported in an ROL.
45. Check and cancel the errors on all ECUs.
46. Enter the warranty start date (Check that the language setting on the TFT display is
correct).
47. Perform the “SCAN OUT” procedure from the “Vehicle functions” menu with the DEIS
tester before carrying out any further diagnostic operations.
48. Remove the complete aerodynamic undertray, the engine compartment cosmetic shields
and the RHT container tub from the vehicle (as described in paragraphs E3.01 and E3.03
of the Workshop Manual).
49. Visually check if there are any coolant and/or oil leaks in the underbody and engine
compartment.
50. Visually inspect engine compartment lines.
51. Visually inspect the engine compartment wiring harnesses.
52. Visually inspect underbody lines.
53. Visually inspect exhaust pipes.
54. Visual inspection of fuel tanks.
55. Check visually that the following are fitted/tightened correctly: Suspension components,
steering box and axle shaft flanges.
56. Check visually that the following are fitted/tightened correctly: Vehicle ground and
engine-chassis ground.
57. Visually inspect condition of brake pads and discs (DO NOT remove wheels).
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58. Check condition of the tires and wheels.
59. Visually check that the water drain holes in the rear screen seal are not obstructed (as
described in paragraph E5.12 Rear screen RHT of the Workshop Manual).
60. Refit the aerodynamic floor and the engine compartment panels and the
RHT container tub (as described in paragraph E3.01 and E3.03 of the Workshop
Manual).
61. Check that the door and lid locks work correctly; adjust if necessary.
62. Check that the fuel filler flap emergency release works correctly; adjust if necessary.
63. Visually inspect condition of vehicle interior; repair if necessary.
64. Thoroughly clean interior and wash car.
65. Ensure that the vehicle is delivered complete with the following:
- identification and type approval plates
- number plate holder
- tool kit
- on-board documentation (Owner's Manual, Quick Reference Guide, Warranty
Booklet, Safety Device Booklet and Battery Conditioner Quick Guide Card), second
vehicle key and code card, and any material related to options.
66. Check that the battery conditioner provided with the vehicle works correctly, referring to
the relevant manual.

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- IMPORTANT Confirm that the operations listed above have been carried out correctly with the
“Pre-Delivery Inspection - PDI” form (enclosed on pages 8 and 9), compiled in
full and signed by the Aftersales Manager of your Service Center.

After the inspection procedures, ALWAYS open an ROL (Red On Line) specifying
“PDI Form Info” as the description, and attach the duly compiled “PDI PreDelivery Inspection” form together with the printout files of the parameters and
errors requested in points 5, 34 and 46.

You will also be required to open a separate individual ROL with the description
"PDI Fault Info" for each fault encountered during the inspection procedure,
indicating the respective operation number as cited in the “PDI Pre-Delivery
Inspection” form; Attach all documentation necessary, including photographs if
needed.

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Pre-Delivery Inspection - PDI form

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Model

Updated on
December 2018

Chassis number:

Dossier creation date:

Job order no.:
Notes:
Description of inspection / operation:
1. - Condition of vehicle paintwork.
2. - Connect battery and reset vehicle parameters.
3. - Check Park Lock device.
4. - Reset Park Lock device.
5. - Check lithium battery SOC (State of Charge).
6. - Disable “Logistic Mode”.
7. - Test the keys and the anti-theft system.
8. - Daytime running lights.
9. - Low beams.
10. - Check vehicle front lift system (if applicable).
11. - High beams.
12. - Stop lights.
13. - Turn indicators and number plate lights.
14. - Door lights, vehicle interior light and luggage compartment
light .
15. - Button backlights on dashboard, center tunnel console and
door, ceiling light unit and USB socket light.
16. - Horn.
17. - Power windows and BackLite rear screen.
18. - Windshield and headlight wipers.
19. - Steering wheel adjustment.
20. - Seats.
21. - Electric parking brake (EPB); manual/auto.
22. – Infotainment system / Navigation system (if applicable)
(see point 36).
23. - Coolant level.
24. - Power steering oil level.
25. - Braking system fluid level.
26. - Windscreen washer/headlight washer fluid level.
27. - Tire pressure calibrated with TPMS.
28. - Tightening of wheel stud bolts.
29. - Tow hook.
30. - * Complete retractable hard top open/close cycles.
31. - * Air conditioning and heating system (static test).
32. - *Electric rear-view mirrors.
33. - *Electrochromic rear view mirrors (if applicable).
34. - *Parking sensors and rear/front camera.
35. - Cancel all DTCs from all ECUs.
36. - Navigator (if applicable): Set route.
37. - Test drive (20 min.).
38. - Stop&Start (if applicable).
(*) With engine running
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Pre-Delivery Inspection - PDI form

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39. - Suspension damping decouple button and “Manettino”.
40. - Telemetry kit (if applicable).
41. - Air conditioning and heating system (dynamic test).
42. - for USA / CND ONLY _ SDARS preview Channel Test.
43. - Engine oil level (warm engine – at idle speed).
44. - Verify VIN from NCM parameters.
45. - Check and cancel ECU errors.
46. - Enter warranty start date.
47. - Perform “SCAN OUT” procedure.
48. - Removal of flat undertray, engine compartment shields and
RHT tub.
49. - Water and/or oil leaks in vehicle underbody .
50. - Engine compartment lines.
51. - Engine compartment wiring.
52. - Underbody lines.
53. - Exhaust pipe.
54. - Visual inspection of fuel tanks.
55. - Visual inspection: Suspension components, etc.
56. - Visual inspection of ground connections: vehicle and
engine-chassis ground.
57. - Condition of brake pads and discs (DO NOT remove wheels).
58. - Condition of tires and wheel rims.
59 - Visual inspection to check that water drain holes are not
obstructed.
60. - Reassembly of flat undertray, engine compartment shields an
RHT tub.
61. - Door and lid locks.
62. - Fuel filler flap emergency opening.
63. - Condition of vehicle interior.
64. - Clean interior and wash car.
65. - Material provided with vehicle: Identification plates, toolkit, etc.
66. – Functional test of battery conditioner

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Task performed by (Dealer):

Technical Manager:
First name
(Print)

Surname
(Print)

Company stamp
Full signature
Vehicle delivery date:
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Bodywork Defects Form

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