Article C5.1.9

Dismountable Components in Combustion Chamber

Technical Regulations

Article C5.1.9

FIA Source

Dismountable Components in Combustion Chamber

Chapter: C5

In Simple Terms

F1 engines have several small parts that stick into the combustion chamber (where fuel burns) and can be swapped out. The FIA has a strict list of approved parts for this—things like fuel injectors, spark plugs, and valves. Teams can only use official FIA-approved versions of these components to keep the competition fair.

  • Only FIA-approved fuel injectors, spark plugs, and poppet valves can be used in the combustion chamber
  • In-cylinder pressure sensors are allowed for replacement but must not exceed 7mm in diameter
  • Spark plug coaxial components must also be FIA-approved
  • These are 'dismountable' parts, meaning they can be removed and replaced between races
Official FIA Text

Dismountable components exposed to combustion chamber must be FIA-approved: Fuel Injectors, spark plugs, poppet valves, in-cylinder pressure sensor replacement (max 7mm diameter), and spark plug coaxial component.

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