Exhaust Valve Control Kit

Part No: 04 AZ 007 03 002

The Capristo Exhaust Valve Remote Kit for the Ferrari 599 GTO is a vital upgrade for owners who want total control over the acoustic profile of the car's legendary 6.0L V12. While the GTO features one of the most aggressive factory exhaust notes in Ferrari’s history, the standard ECU limits valve opening based on specific RPM and throttle parameters. This Capristo kit overrides those restrictions, allowing you to unleash the full, unfiltered V12 symphony at the touch of a button.

Design & Aesthetic

• Plug-and-Play Integration: Specifically engineered for the 599 GTO’s electrical and vacuum architecture, the kit utilizes Ferrari-OEM style connectors. This ensures a clean installation that interfaces perfectly with the factory wiring harness without the need for cutting or splicing.

• Sleek Remote Fob: The system is operated via a high-quality, pre-programmed remote key fob. Its compact design allows it to be kept discreetly in the cabin or attached to the vehicle's key ring.

• Discreet Module: The control unit itself is small and designed to be mounted out of sight within the engine bay or trunk area, maintaining the pristine, original look of the GTO’s engine compartment.

Technology & Performance

• Manual Valve Override: The primary function of the kit is to give the driver manual control over the exhaust flaps.

  • Open Mode: Forces the valves to stay 100% open at all times—even at idle or low speeds—delivering the raw, high-pitched "GTO Scream" regardless of the Manettino setting.

  • Closed/Auto Mode: Returns control to the vehicle's original ECU, allowing the car to behave exactly as it did from the factory for a more refined, quiet cruise.

• Intelligent Backpressure Control: Modern high-performance engines like the F140 C V12 require specific backpressure for low-end torque. This kit allows you to maintain that "user-friendly" low-end response in traffic while instantly switching to a free-flowing "track mode" for spirited driving.

• Built-in Fail-Safe: An essential safety feature is the "Open" fail-safe. In the event of a vacuum or electrical failure, the system is designed to default the valves to the open position. This prevents dangerous heat build-up in the headers and silencers that could otherwise lead to engine damage.

Technical Specifications

• Compatibility: Specifically tailored for the Ferrari 599 GTO (and 599 SA Aperta).

• Harness Scope: The kit includes a specialized wiring harness with both long and short-reach cable options (typically 34-inch and 80-inch) to accommodate the GTO's specific layout.

• Operating Frequency: Operates on a secure 444 MHz frequency to avoid interference with other vehicle electronics.

Installation

• Easy Fitment: Because it uses factory-style plugs, the installation is straightforward for a specialist technician. It typically involves connecting the module between the factory solenoid and the wiring harness.

• Reversibility: The system is completely reversible, which is crucial for a limited-production collector car like the 599 GTO. It can be removed at any time, returning the vehicle to its 100% stock electronic state.