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Discussion in '458 Italia/488/F8' started by dwb360, Jun 7, 2013.

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  1. dwb360

    dwb360 Karting

    Aug 22, 2010
    65
    Champaign, IL
    Full Name:
    Dave Barr
    Is it just me or are the turn signal lights on the dash buried. I am 5'11" - have racing seats - large - and I'm telling you it's darn near impossible to see if the turn signals are on. Maybe its just me - my height - the seats - but I think I could have come up with a better place to put the turn signal flashers. Sorry if this is repeat of any previous post.
     
  2. PhilNotHill

    PhilNotHill Two Time F1 World Champ
    Owner

    Jul 3, 2006
    27,855
    Aspen CO 81611
    Full Name:
    FelipeNotMassa
    Not easy.

    And I have to move my head to see the clock...and then I can just see with my left eye. The steering wheel/paddle shifter is in the way.

    Or I can look at my watch. LOL
     
  3. sg1

    sg1 Karting

    Sep 29, 2012
    56
    Agree 100%.
    Probably should be in the rev counter...
     
  4. The Black Horse

    Apr 3, 2013
    24
    Not just you!!
    Live with it
    Or you could try a Hyundai
    Their green arrows are as large as your rev counter.
     
  5. KenTO

    KenTO Formula Junior

    Apr 24, 2009
    468
    Toronto
    No problems here but I am the average size of an F1 driver, 5'9" and 160 lbs.
     
  6. phillycarnut

    phillycarnut Karting
    BANNED

    Jul 22, 2012
    80
    Philadelphia suburbs
    Full Name:
    Robin
    Agree; I have to maneuver around in order to see if they are on. Same with the clock.
     
  7. tortesq1

    tortesq1 Formula Junior

    Feb 6, 2012
    844
    New York
    Full Name:
    Stephen H. Frankel
    The most egregious screw up by the ergonomics guys. Always bending the head down to see that the turn signal is on is a major PITA. #1 issue in driving her everyday.
     
  8. 2k7997tt

    2k7997tt Formula Junior

    Oct 23, 2007
    768
    Westlake Village, CA
    Full Name:
    John M.
    Yep. Same here.
     
  9. 458dreamer

    458dreamer Formula Junior

    Jul 3, 2012
    762
    Dubai
    Where I drive I never use turn signals and that's culturally acceptable here (probably the norm) so I don't gripe about such issues.
     
  10. fastmover

    fastmover Formula Junior

    Mar 9, 2009
    530
    NA
    Agree this is one of the worst things about the car. I gave up trying to look and now listen for the clicking sound or just hold down the turn signal while I need it.
     
  11. ferr9000

    ferr9000 Formula Junior

    Feb 13, 2013
    835
    Full Name:
    SFF
    Same problem here.
    Probably they have to create a turn signal light with a "bep".
     
  12. sg1

    sg1 Karting

    Sep 29, 2012
    56
    Perhaps a beep/click associated with the turn signal which has an adjustable volume in the vehicle settings menu...
     
  13. gilly6993

    gilly6993 F1 Rookie

    Aug 20, 2009
    2,534
    Longmeadow, MA
    Full Name:
    Eric
    Same here...
     
  14. ferr9000

    ferr9000 Formula Junior

    Feb 13, 2013
    835
    Full Name:
    SFF
    Thank you.
     
  15. TomW458

    TomW458 Rookie

    Mar 2, 2013
    22
    Las Vegas
    Full Name:
    Tom Wilcox
    I agree.

    The tach tunnel is so long and deep that its almost impossible to see the turn signals.
    In addition, most of the warning lights are almost impossible to see for the same reason.

    The solution?
    Get into the habbit of holding the turn signal to activate the 4 blink function.
    Nothing more embarrassing than driving down the road with your blinker on like an old grandpa in his buick.

    The clock is too small. It cannot be moved like the speedometer.
    It is usually completely obscured by the steering wheel.

    The solution?
    Look at your watch. Appologies to the younger iphone generation that don't wear them.

    As we from physical guages to virtual ones on computer screens, I hope that customization will improve. Both the Lexus LFA and now the Corvette stingray have completely different dashboard configurations for the type of driving. IMHO, Changing the manettino, should also change what you see on the dashboard.
     
  16. RBK

    RBK F1 Rookie

    Jul 27, 2006
    3,105
    Calif and Nev
    Full Name:
    Bob
    As someone with same problem as others, I looked to "set up" and only one "volume" adjustment I can find having to do with "buzzer" (which does not affect blinker sound). Best
     
  17. RBK

    RBK F1 Rookie

    Jul 27, 2006
    3,105
    Calif and Nev
    Full Name:
    Bob
    Respectfully, how would I or anyone know what you are (about) to do especially a relatively quick lane change? Or do I lack a sense of humor or ability to read "facetious"? Best
     
  18. RBK

    RBK F1 Rookie

    Jul 27, 2006
    3,105
    Calif and Nev
    Full Name:
    Bob
    You find a way of increasing the turn signal volume? I can't. Best
     
  19. oedipol

    oedipol Karting

    Apr 7, 2012
    150
    HKG
    Oh you cannot see the turn indicators?

    I cannot see the clock , the rev counter from 5k to 9k, the drive mode I am in in addition to the turn indicators ! They are all blocked by the steering wheel ! this is the car with the worst ergonomics but I still love driving it ! haha!
     
  20. Migas

    Migas Formula Junior

    Feb 18, 2013
    658
    Lisboa - Portugal
    Full Name:
    Miguel
    Same here. No problems at all. I can see all signals easily, without turning my head, trough upper steering arch.

    Honestly, I have not any kind of difficulties.

    I'm 5'7'' and 170 lbs. I guess it’s probably an issue for too bigger or too shorter guys.
     
  21. RBK

    RBK F1 Rookie

    Jul 27, 2006
    3,105
    Calif and Nev
    Full Name:
    Bob
    Therefore Ferrari 458's should be only sold o those meeting specific height requirements (lol). Best
     
  22. Migas

    Migas Formula Junior

    Feb 18, 2013
    658
    Lisboa - Portugal
    Full Name:
    Miguel
    That’s why I have to agree about the poor ergonomics on 458.

    I’d like to be a little taller. But after had received my 458 spider, I’m happy to be as I am. ;)
     

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