Article 4N
Steering wheel and quick release
Technical Regulations
Article 4N
Steering wheel and quick release
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In Simple Terms
Article 4N covers the steering wheel assembly and its quick release mechanism - the system that connects the driver to the car and allows the steering wheel to be quickly detached. It includes the steering wheel itself, gear shift and clutch paddles, and any electrical components permanently attached to it. Any part that can't be removed by operating the quick release is considered part of this assembly.
- Defines the complete steering wheel assembly including the quick release mechanism
- Includes gear shift paddles, clutch paddles, and integral electrical/electronic components
- Covers the load-bearing connection between driver and steering column
- Any permanently attached component counts as part of the assembly
Official FIA Text
The assembly that transfers load from the driver to the steering column. Steering Wheel, quick release mechanism, gear shift and clutch paddles, local electrical and electronic components, SECU. Any component that cannot be removed via the operation of the quick release
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