Thursday, October 8, 2009

INSIDE THE COCKPIT



1 Main Switch Panel -- Contains switches for starter, ignition and cooling fans.
2 Tachometer -- Monitors revolutions per minute (RPMs) of engine, assisting driver in selecting gears and monitoring engine power.
3 Engine Gauge Cluster -- Monitors engine oil pressure, water temperature, oil temperature, voltage and fuel pressure.
4 Auxiliary Switches -- Can serve a number of purposes, including turning on the backup ignition system, ventilating fans, or helmet cooling system.
5 Master Switch -- Shuts down electrical system in emergency situations.
6 Ignition Kill Switch -- Shuts off engine in emergency situations.
7 Radio Button -- Controls communication to pits and race spotter.
8 Gearshift -- Controls four-speed manual transmission.
9 Safety Seat -- Provides extra support and protection for head, shoulders, ribs and lower extremities.
10 Head and Neck Restraint -- NASCAR mandates the use of a head-and-neck restraint system to prevent injury during an incident.
11 Window Net -- Safety device located on the driver's side window that helps keep head and arms inside the car during an incident.
12 Rear-View Mirror
13 Fresh Air Vent -- Directs outside air into the driving compartment.
14 Main Rear-View Mirror
15 Fire Extinguisher -- Automatically engages in the event of fire.
16 Seat Belt Harness -- Keeps the driver strapped securely in his seat in the event of an incident.
17 Fire Extinguisher Switch -- Discharges fire-suppressing chemicals into the driving compartment in case of fire.
18 Fire Extinguisher Discharge Nozzle -- Directs fire suppressant in the event of a fire.
19 Helmet Hook -- Provides a place for the driver to keep his helmet when outside the car.
20 Ignition System -- Placed on the passenger-side dash, this box is programmed to help the engine achieve the most precise timing possible, for maximum power.