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Pre-Running Checklist
What To Look For Whilst Warming The Car Up
All fluid levels are correct
No fluid leaks
Nothing is in contact with the exhaust manifolds
All belts are tight and intact
Making Sure The Fan Comes On And Goes Off
To check if the radiator fan is working, warm the car up until it is hot enough to cause the radiator fan to come (this
will happen at around 93°C. Leave the car running whilst you check the cooling system is circulating and has no
airlocks. If everything is ok with the cooling system, the coolant temp will drop, and when it is below 85°C, the fan
will switch off.
Check Tyres Are At Correct Cold Pressure
Wheels Fitted Correctly
It is easy to mistake the front and rear wheels when in a rush before a session. The difference between them is the
width. The front wheels are a 9J width and the rears are 10J. This is labelled on the inside of the rim but the
difference can be seen by holding one of each wheel next to each other.