User manual

2013 FORMULA RENAULT 1.6 Technical Regulations -9-
13/03/2013
Fastenings (nuts and bolts) and ball joints
Fastenings and ball joints belong to category “C” unless otherwise stated in the
nomenclature.
Being classified in category “C”, they are unrestricted, provided they comply with
the following criteria:
- the original diameters,
- the original thread pitch,
- The material used must be steel, and be of equal or superior quality to
that used on the original part; other materials are forbidden (e.g.:
titanium)
All types of fastenings (bolts, nuts, and studs) are authorized, except in specific
cases mentioned in the nomenclature.
To ensure the screws are tightened, the use of safety wire is authorized.
Screws used for adjustments to the set-up of a component belong to category
“A” unless otherwise stated in the nomenclature.
Washers
They belong to category “C” unless otherwise stated in the nomenclature and
may be removed.
The addition of washers is authorized only for mechanical assemblies.
Washers may not be used to adjust the settings unless specified otherwise in the
parts list.
Electrical wiring harness
All electrical wiring harnesses must be genuine. The wiring harnesses may be
protected by non-retractable sheathes.
Protective covers
The addition of any kind of protective cover to the vehicle’s mechanical
components is authorized unless specified otherwise in these regulations. The
protective covers must only be used to protect the components to which they are
affixed.
For the purposes of driver comfort, protective covers may be added to the driver
cell. It must be possible to remove them rapidly without the need for tools.
Bodywork
All external parts of the bodywork must be painted and/or decorated with
adhesive strips.
Repairs to bodywork components and their mountings are authorized only for the
purposes of ensuring the correct assembly and adjustment of bodywork
components.
Such modifications must be approved by the RENAULT SPORT Scrutineers.