Formula 1 Championship 2010 has just begun!
Getting to grips with having F1 in our lives once again, we take a look at the space-age steering device set to be on the receiving end of Schumacher's jabbing fingers this season.
1. MSG OK: Confirms settings dialled in with multi-function dial and menu settings.
2. Menu scroll buttons: Steps through menus of settings chosen using the master switch (14).
3. Differential adjustment: Can be shifted to suit track conditions and tyre wear, for instance to increase traction, grip, braking stability and turn-in.
4. Neutral switch: Engages neutral/reverse.
5. Front wing switch: Adjusts angle of front flaps to increase downforce.
6. Radio LED: Illuminates in blue to inform the driver that the pit-to-car radio is active.
7. Pit-to-car radio: On/off toggle.
8. Fuel mix adjustment: Adjusts the fuel mix and revs either to preserve the engine or increase performance, as required.
9. Throttle map override: Adjusts throttle and power characteristics to suit track conditions.
10. Overtake button: Momentarily increases the engine revs to its 18,000rpm maximum. Helps with overtaking and scaring off pigeons.
11. Pitlane speed limiter: On/off toggle.
12. Engine braking level: Particularly useful in the wet for increasing rear-end stability.
13. Tyre configuration: Optimises car settings for slick, intermediate or wet tyres. Also activates the rear rain light.
14. Master multifunction switch: Allows the driver to access a number of system settings including engine maps, front wing controls and an aero-mapping function that monitors and maximizes car airflow.
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Sources:
1. T3 Magazine
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