🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Ferrari Model: 308 GT4 Generation: First Generation 👋 Introduction Market Position Positioning: A vital resource for owners and mechanics of the Ferrari 308 GT4, a significant model in Ferrari's V8 era, bridging the gap between older V12 models and the later, more widely produced V8s. Competitive Analysis Comparison: The 308 GT4 was a departure for Ferrari, being the first mid-engined V8 and the first car designed by Bertone for Ferrari. This manual provides the essential technical data to maintain its unique Pininfarina-designed (by Bertone) chassis and powertrain. Key Features Manual Benefit: Enables owners to perform essential maintenance and complex repairs, saving significant costs compared to dealership service and ensuring proper upkeep of a classic supercar. Information Availability: Contains all necessary information for workshop procedures, enabling owners to keep their 308 GT4 running optimally. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas General Coverage: Complete service and repair procedures for the Ferrari 308 GT4. Page Count Estimated Page Count: N/A (PDF format, page count can vary with print settings) Manual Type Type: Factory Workshop Repair Manual Language Language: English Format File Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine And Lubrication: Detailed procedures for engine disassembly, assembly, diagnostics, lubrication system maintenance, and component inspection. Cooling System: Radiator, water pump, thermostat, hoses, and coolant specifications. Fuel System: Carburetor (likely Weber DCNF) tuning, fuel pump, fuel lines, and tank maintenance. Clutch System: Clutch operation, adjustment, and replacement procedures. Gearbox And Drivetrain: Transmission disassembly, assembly, repair, fluid specifications, and differential servicing. Steering System: Steering rack, linkage, and power steering system (if applicable) maintenance and repair. Suspension System: Front and rear suspension components, shock absorbers, springs, bushings, and alignment procedures. Brake System: Brake calipers, discs, pads, hydraulic lines, master cylinder, and bleeding procedures. Wheels And Tires: Wheel specifications, tire fitment, and rotation recommendations. Electrical System: Wiring diagrams, battery, starter, alternator, ignition system, lighting, and accessory troubleshooting. Bodywork: Body panel repair, door mechanisms, glass, seals, and trim. Emission Control System: Information on emission control devices and related adjustments (e.g., emissions regulations of the era). Procedures Included Diagnostic Procedures: Step-by-step troubleshooting guides for common and uncommon issues. Repair Procedures: Detailed instructions for component replacement, overhaul, and repair. Maintenance Procedures: Routine service, fluid changes, inspections, and adjustments. Installation Procedures: Guidance on installing new or replacement parts. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering everything from basic tune-ups to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, with detailed diagrams. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Readability: High-quality PDF, optimized for readability on screen and printing. Print Quality Print Restriction: Printable without restriction. Binding Type Binding Type: N/A (Digital PDF) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital PDF) Compatibility Operating Systems: Compatible with all versions of Windows & Mac. Requirements Software Requirement: Requires Adobe PDF Reader. ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Naturally Aspirated V8, Dino V8 pushrod engine Engine Code Prefix: F106 (e.g., F106A, F106AL) Displacement: 2997 cc (3.0 Liters) Bore X Stroke: 81 mm x 73 mm Compression Ratio: 9.0:1 to 9.2:1 (depending on variant) Performance Horsepower: Approx. 255 PS (188 kW) at 7500 rpm (European spec) Torque: Approx. 285 Nm (210 lb-ft) at 5000 rpm (European spec) Fuel System Carburetion: Typically 4 x Weber 40 DCNF downdraft carburetors Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline (95 RON or higher recommended) Ignition System Ignition Type: Electronic ignition (e.g., Marelli) Valve Train Valve Train Design: Pushrod actuated overhead valves (OHV) Engine Cooling Cooling Method: Water-cooled, front-mounted radiator 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 5-speed manual transaxle Optional Transmission Type: N/A (Only manual transmission offered) Features Layout: Rear-wheel drive with integrated transmission and differential (transaxle). 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase: 2350 mm (92.5 in) Length: 4340 mm (170.9 in) Width: 1740 mm (68.5 in) Height: 1115 mm (43.9 in) Weights Curb Weight: Approx. 1550 - 1620 kg (3417 - 3571 lbs) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Results: No official crash test ratings available from modern agencies for this era of vehicle. Active Features Braking: Four-wheel disc brakes (Dunlop or Brembo depending on year), ventilated front discs. Steering Type: Rack and pinion, with optional power assistance. Passive Features Seatbelts: Three-point inertia reel seatbelts. Chassis Design: Steel monocoque chassis with steel tube subframes. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Original System: Basic analogue instrumentation. Radio and cassette player were optional extras. No climate control standard on early models, later models may have had optional AC. Driver Assistance Original Features: Limited to mechanical systems; no electronic driver aids like ABS or traction control were present. Connectivity Original Features: No electronic connectivity features typical of modern vehicles. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or annually, whichever comes first. Tune Up Interval: Every 10,000 - 15,000 km (6,000 - 9,000 miles), includes ignition timing, carburetor adjustment, and spark plug replacement. Major Service Interval: Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles), includes timing belt inspection/replacement (for later models or if applicable),...
A vital resource for owners and mechanics of the Ferrari 308 GT4, a significant model in Ferrari's V8 era, bridging the gap between older V12 models and the later, more widely produced V8s.
Competitive Analysis
Comparison:
The 308 GT4 was a departure for Ferrari, being the first mid-engined V8 and the first car designed by Bertone for Ferrari. This manual provides the essential technical data to maintain its unique Pininfarina-designed (by Bertone) chassis and powertrain.
Key Features
Manual Benefit:
Enables owners to perform essential maintenance and complex repairs, saving significant costs compared to dealership service and ensuring proper upkeep of a classic supercar.
Information Availability:
Contains all necessary information for workshop procedures, enabling owners to keep their 308 GT4 running optimally.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
General Coverage:
Complete service and repair procedures for the Ferrari 308 GT4.
Page Count
Estimated Page Count:
N/A (PDF format, page count can vary with print settings)
Manual Type
Type:
Factory Workshop Repair Manual
Language
Language:
English
Format
File Format:
PDF
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Engine And Lubrication:
Detailed procedures for engine disassembly, assembly, diagnostics, lubrication system maintenance, and component inspection.
Cooling System:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat, hoses, and coolant specifications.
Fuel System:
Carburetor (likely Weber DCNF) tuning, fuel pump, fuel lines, and tank maintenance.
Clutch System:
Clutch operation, adjustment, and replacement procedures.
Gearbox And Drivetrain:
Transmission disassembly, assembly, repair, fluid specifications, and differential servicing.
Steering System:
Steering rack, linkage, and power steering system (if applicable) maintenance and repair.
Suspension System:
Front and rear suspension components, shock absorbers, springs, bushings, and alignment procedures.
Body panel repair, door mechanisms, glass, seals, and trim.
Emission Control System:
Information on emission control devices and related adjustments (e.g., emissions regulations of the era).
Procedures Included
Diagnostic Procedures:
Step-by-step troubleshooting guides for common and uncommon issues.
Repair Procedures:
Detailed instructions for component replacement, overhaul, and repair.
Maintenance Procedures:
Routine service, fluid changes, inspections, and adjustments.
Installation Procedures:
Guidance on installing new or replacement parts.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering everything from basic tune-ups to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, with detailed diagrams.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Readability:
High-quality PDF, optimized for readability on screen and printing.
Print Quality
Print Restriction:
Printable without restriction.
Binding Type
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Compatibility
Operating Systems:
Compatible with all versions of Windows & Mac.
Requirements
Software Requirement:
Requires Adobe PDF Reader.
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
Naturally Aspirated V8, Dino V8 pushrod engine
Engine Code Prefix:
F106 (e.g., F106A, F106AL)
Displacement:
2997 cc (3.0 Liters)
Bore X Stroke:
81 mm x 73 mm
Compression Ratio:
9.0:1 to 9.2:1 (depending on variant)
Performance
Horsepower:
Approx. 255 PS (188 kW) at 7500 rpm (European spec)
Torque:
Approx. 285 Nm (210 lb-ft) at 5000 rpm (European spec)
Fuel System
Carburetion:
Typically 4 x Weber 40 DCNF downdraft carburetors
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (95 RON or higher recommended)
Ignition System
Ignition Type:
Electronic ignition (e.g., Marelli)
Valve Train
Valve Train Design:
Pushrod actuated overhead valves (OHV)
Engine Cooling
Cooling Method:
Water-cooled, front-mounted radiator
🔧 Transmission
Standard Transmission
Type:
5-speed manual transaxle
Optional Transmission
Type:
N/A (Only manual transmission offered)
Features
Layout:
Rear-wheel drive with integrated transmission and differential (transaxle).
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Wheelbase:
2350 mm (92.5 in)
Length:
4340 mm (170.9 in)
Width:
1740 mm (68.5 in)
Height:
1115 mm (43.9 in)
Weights
Curb Weight:
Approx. 1550 - 1620 kg (3417 - 3571 lbs)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Crash Test Results:
No official crash test ratings available from modern agencies for this era of vehicle.
Active Features
Braking:
Four-wheel disc brakes (Dunlop or Brembo depending on year), ventilated front discs.
Steering Type:
Rack and pinion, with optional power assistance.
Passive Features
Seatbelts:
Three-point inertia reel seatbelts.
Chassis Design:
Steel monocoque chassis with steel tube subframes.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Original System:
Basic analogue instrumentation. Radio and cassette player were optional extras. No climate control standard on early models, later models may have had optional AC.
Driver Assistance
Original Features:
Limited to mechanical systems; no electronic driver aids like ABS or traction control were present.
Connectivity
Original Features:
No electronic connectivity features typical of modern vehicles.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or annually, whichever comes first.
Tune Up Interval:
Every 10,000 - 15,000 km (6,000 - 9,000 miles), includes ignition timing, carburetor adjustment, and spark plug replacement.
Major Service Interval:
Every 30,000 km (18,000 miles), includes timing belt inspection/replacement (for later models or if applicable), valve adjustment, and comprehensive fluid changes.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil:
API SG or SH, viscosity 20W-50 or 10W-40 depending on climate. Refer to manual for exact specifications (e.g., Valvoline VR1 20W-50 is commonly recommended).
API GL-5, SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90 gear oil. Capacity approx. 3.5 - 4.0 liters.
Brake Fluid:
DOT 4 or DOT 3 (ensure compatibility with seals). Flush and replace every 2 years.
Clutch Fluid:
DOT 4 or DOT 3 (shared with brake system).
Known Issues
Engine:
Carburetor tuning and synchronization, aging ignition components, potential head gasket issues if overheated.
Suspension:
Wear in bushings, ball joints, and steering components due to age and use.
Electrical:
Corrosion on connectors, aging wiring looms, and failure of ancillary electrical components (e.g., window motors, relays).
Body And Chassis:
Rust in sills, floor pans, and around wheel arches. Sealing issues leading to water ingress.
Parts Availability
Part Availability Context:
As a classic Ferrari, some specialized parts can be rare and expensive, making this manual crucial for identifying correct part numbers and repair procedures.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Heritage Context:
The Ferrari 308 GT4 represented a significant shift for Ferrari, being its first production V8 and its first mid-engined V8. It was also the first Ferrari designed by an external studio (Bertone).
Model Evolution
Development Context:
Originally conceived as a Dino model due to its V8 engine, it was later rebranded as a Ferrari. It was designed by Marcello Gandini of Bertone, offering a more angular and aggressive design compared to previous Ferraris.
Production
Production Years:
1973-1980
Production Numbers:
Approximately 2,826 units produced.
Manufacturing Location:
Maranello, Italy
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Design Award:
Designed by Marcello Gandini of Bertone, the 308 GT4's styling was a departure and often debated, but it represented a significant design innovation in its era. It was awarded the 'Carrozzeria Italiana award for the best design'.
Ratings
Performance Reviews:
Praised for its V8 engine's performance and handling characteristics, though criticized by some purists for its styling and departure from traditional Ferrari design philosophies.
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