CHALLENGE CLIO CUP IV ULTIMATE CUP SERIES 2020 Sporting and Technical Regulation
ARTICLE 1 – ORGANISATION ...... 3 1.1. PROMOTERS – ORGANISATION LICENCE – REGULATION ...... 3 1.2. REGULATION ...... 3 1.3. OFFICIALS ...... 4 1.4. CALENDAR 2020 ...... 4 ARTICLE 2 – INSURANCES ...... 4 2.1. INSURANCES ...... 4 ARTICLE 3 – COMMITMENT...... 5 3.1. LICENCES ...... 5 3.2. REGISTRATIONS ...... 5 ARTICLE 4 - CARS AND EQUIPMENTS ...... 6 4.1. ADMITTED CARS ...... 6 4.2. FUEL – PNEUMATICS - EQUIPMENTS ...... 6 4.3. RACE NUMBERS ...... 8 4.4. PILOT SAFETY EQUIPMENT ...... 8 ARTICLE 5 – ADVERTISING...... 8 5.1. MANDATORY ADVERTISING ...... 8 ARTICLE 6 – SITES AND INFRASTRUCTURES ...... 9 6.1. RACE ROAD ...... 9 6.2. STAND ZONE ...... 9 6.3. SIGNALING AREA ...... 9 ARTICLE 7– PROGRESS OF THE EVENT ...... 9 7.1. ADMINISTRATIVES CHECKS ...... 9 7.2. TECHNICAL VERIFICATIONS ...... 9 7.3. BRIEFING ...... 10 7.4. TESTS ...... 11 7.5. RACE ...... 11 7.6. PARC FERME ...... 12 7.7 Withdrawal ...... 12 ARTICLE 8 – PENALTIES ...... 12 ARTICLE 9 – RANKING ...... 13
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9.1. POINTS SCALE ...... 13 9.2. STARTERS ...... 14 9.3. FINAL RANKING OF THE CHALLENGE ...... 14 9.4. EX AEQUO ...... 14 ARTICLE 10 – AWARDS CEREMONY ...... 14 ANNEXES ...... 15
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ARTICLE 1 – ORGANISATION
1.1. PROMOTERS – ORGANISATION LICENCE – REGULATION The international challenge entitled Challenge CLIO CUP IV Ultimate Cup Series Challenge is governed by : - The FIA International Sporting Code and its annexes (herinafter the Code), - additives, annexes, sports and technical bulletins governing this challenge - the general requirements for Circuits, - the general requirements for the International Series, - the general requirements and the Standard Regulation of Auto Sport Suisse, - this Sporting and Technical Regulation specific to the series.
All stakeholders (the Promoter, the ASN, organisers, competitors and circuits) undertake to apply and comply with the rules governing the Series. This regulation and its annexes may be amended or supplemented by the promoter of the series during the season, subject to approval by ASN. Any driver or competitor participating in the Challenge CLIO CUP IV Ultimate CUP Series is deemed to be familiar with all the above-mentioned regulations. He undertakes to respect this set of texts, in both form and spirit. Any amendment to this regulations must have the agreement of Auto Sport Suisse before distribution in the form of a dated and numbered additive. Any situation not provided for in these regulations, as well as any dispute that may arise regarding their interpretation, will be judged by the College of Stewards designated at each Event.
1.1.2. PROMOTER GP Motors Sports Séries SA Case postale 736 1701 Fribourg [email protected]
1.1.3. ASN Auto Sport Suisse(Suisse) Könizstrasse 161 CH-3097 Liebefeld
1.1.4. ORGANISATION LICENCE This regulation has been approved by Auto Sport Suisse, visa n° UCSC2004/NAT dated 06/02/2020.
1.2. REGULATION 1.2.1. The French version of these Sporting and Technical Regulations will constitute the final text to which reference will be made, in case of controversy and interpretation. The headings of the document are for convenience only and are not part of this Sporting and Technical Regulation.
In case of doubt regarding comprehension, only the French text will be considered authentic.
1.2.2. This sporting and technical regulation will come in effect on January 1st, 2020 and will replace any other regulation for the Series.
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1.2.3. All competitors registered in the Challenge CLIO CUP IV Ultimate Cup Series will be informed of any changes made to these Sporting and Technical Regulation by specifying the effective date.
1.2.4. Any competitor, constructor or driver wishing to obtain a clarification between two races on a point of the Regulations may refer the matter to the promoter. Any interpretation issued by the Promoter cannot be opposed to the sporting power of the Race Director and the Stewards. To do this, the competitor or driver must send to the promoter a duly motivated request to the following address: [email protected], clearly stating the points on which he wishes the interpretation.
1.3. OFFICIALS In the specific regulations of each event the Promoter shall designate at least : - 1 Race Director and Coordinator of Auto Sport Suisse responsible for the event - 1 Technical Delegate - 3 Stewards including 1 Chair In the particular regulations of each event will be designated by the promoter different officials depending on the number of commited.
1.4. CALENDAR 2020 The Challenge CLIO CUP IV Ultimate Cup Series
Date Place Coef
April 9 - 12 ESTORIL Portugal 2 April-May 29 - 3 DIJON France 1 June 25 - 28 NAVARRA Spain 2 September 10 - 13 LE MANS France 1 October 8 -11 MAGNY-COURS France 1 Oct./Nov. 29 - 1 PAUL RICARD France 1
The calendar is provisional. Auto Sport Suisse, the National Sporting Autorities and Ultimate Cup Series reserve the right to make any modification.
If one or more scheduled Events are not organised, Ultimate Cup Series will study a possible alternative solution in collaboration with Auto Sport Suisse. If the Calendar is reduced by an event due to the fact that Auto Sport Suisse and Ultimate Cup Series cannot replace a cancelled Event, this will not give rise to any compensation or payment of any consideration other than the reimbursement to the Competitor of sums already paid for the event concerned.
ARTICLE 2 – INSURANCES
2.1. INSURANCES
2.1.1 For each event, the promoter, must subscribe to an insurance policy to cover the civil liability of the organiser and participants but also of any person involved in the organisation. This insurance must comply with the FIA Regulations and the International Sporting Code in force in the country where the event takes place. The certificate of insurance will be annexed to the special regulations of each event and thus kept at the disposal of the competitors.
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2.1.2 The public liability insurance that will be subscribed by the organiser will not affect the personal insurance policies of the teams, drivers or any other natural or legal person participating in the event.
2.1.3 The drivers participating in the event are not considered as third parties between them.
ARTICLE 3 – COMMITMENT
3.1. LICENCES All drivers, competitors and officials participating in the Ultimate Cup Series must hold a valid licence. For pilots, the minimum requirement is a National licence, and where applicable, valid licences and/or authorisations issued by their ASN. Only registrations accompanied by copies of the licence may be taken into account.
The Challenge CLIO CUP IV Ultimate Cup Series is open to foreign pilots with a valid annual competition licence issued by their ASN.
Minor competitors may register subject to providing parental permission and appointing a guardian. A copy of the tutor's licence must also be provided, except for foreigners whose ASN does not issue this type of licence.
The references of the competing licence presented will be the only ones used for official documents. Any other name or other specificity may be added to the team's name or replaced after agreement by the team itself.
3.2. REGISTRATIONS
Participation in the challenge is by invitation.
Each participant will be able to use one vehicle per meeting.
Registrations are taken into account according to the number of places available. Seasonal registrations will have priority.
A competitor of the Challenge CLIO CUP IV Ultimate Cup Series is allowed to compete in other challenges of the Ultimate Cup Series on the same meeting.
3.2.1 Registration for the season To register IN THE SEASON to this challenge the competitor will have to send the registration request accompanied by his licence and payment of the registration to the promoter not later than 10 days before the begining of the event. The price of the season registration will be defined on the registration form. GP Motorsports Series SA, Case postale 736 1701 Fribourg
3.2.2 Registration per event To register FOR AN EVENT of this challenge the competitor will have to send the registration request accompanied by his licence and payment of the registration to the promoter, GP Motorsports Series SA, Case postale 736 1701 Fribourg, not later than 10 days before the begining of the event. The price of each event will be defined on the registration form.
No reimbursement will be made in case of non-participation in one or more events. � INSURANCES
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ARTICLE 4 - CARS AND EQUIPMENTS
4.1. ADMITTED CARS The Challenge CLIO CUP IV Ultimate Cup Series is open to the following categories, by invitation, after acceptance of the application by the promoter : - RENAULT SPORT CLIO CUP X98 in his original Renault Sport configuration and conform to the Clio Cup nomenclature, aux bulletins de la Clio Cup X98 et à son règlement technique (voir Annexe 3).
Required documents : - Homologation form or technical sheet for approved cars. - ASN Passeport. - Protective roll bar homologation form for the cars concerned.
For the registration of any other car, the files will be studied by the organization.
Each car must : - comply with the manufacturer's technical regulation. - must have a definition file and be in compliance with it. - All vehicle parts must comply with the manufacturer's plans, dimensions and tolerances. In case of replacement of worn parts they must be replaced by original parts referenced by the manufacturer. Otherwise, they will not be allowed to participate in the event.
Link to Technical Regulations : http://extranet-competition.renault-sport.com/
Article 4.1.1. : Minimum weight of the CLIO RS IV Cup
The minimum weight of the CLIO RS IV Cup is 1080kg (one thousand eighty kilograms). This is the weight of the CLIO RS IV Cup, at any time of an event, without fuel or driver.
Article 4.1.2. : Race weight of the CLIO RS IV Cup
The minimum weight of the CLIO RS IV Cup with the driver and his equipment onboard must not be lower than 1170kg (one thousand one hundred seventy kilograms). This weight concerned the CLIO RS IV Cup, in the same shape how they have entered the official practice or the race.
4.2. FUEL – PNEUMATICS - EQUIPMENTS 4.2.1. Fuel - Fuel type : Super Unleaded 98 minimum in accordance with Article 252-9 Annex J - No additives are authorized. - Type of fuel tank accepted : original fuel tank. Refuelling is prohibited during the runway driving phases. For safety reasons, it is reminded that it is strictly prohibited to have gasoline in the boxes.
4.2.2. Pneumatics MICHELIN is the sole supplier of tyres, distribution and mounting on the circuit will be carried out by APR. All vehicles must be equipped with MICHELIN France tyres (slick & rain) ordered and/or purchased from APR. Any order will be done at the latest 10 days before the event, at the company :
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APR 3, rue du Pavin Parc logistique 63360 GERZAT / FRANCE Tel : +33 (0) 4 73 24 24 24 Fax : +33 (0) 4 73 25 57 70 apr-contact@apr-europe.com
The dimensions of the wheels must correspond to the technical standards specific to each vehicle. The tyres will be identifiable thanks to a specific marking system.
Each competitor must use the size and type of tires referenced for their car in the table in Appendix 2 of the regulation.
No other type of tyre and/or brand will be tolerated, whether at private tests, free practice, qualifying or race tests.
Any system to heat tyres (heated blankets or other) or to provide any chemical treatment is prohibited.
Valve caps are mandatory during free practice, qualifying and races.
4.2.2.1 Tyres marking 1. Attribution : The number of slicks tyres is limited to : 4 new tyres (or marked in a previous event but not used) per event including qualifying tests and races with a single rubber hardness.
The tires are not limited in number for free practice.
A specific marking (bar code) will identify these tyres. Each of these tyres must be marked before the first qualifying session. Marking of used tires will not be allowed. The organizer, in collaboration with the tire manufacturer, reserves the right to add tires to the quota depending on the specifics of the circuit. In this case, the additional tires could be used tires.
Rain tires are not limited in number. Slick / rain mixing is prohibited. Tires for wet tracks may only be used if the track has been declared wet by the Race Director / Clerk of the Course for the practice session (free practice, qualifications) or the race.
2. Marking procedure : An identification sheet for the slick tyres of the meeting (qualification and race) will be given during the tyre delivery. It must be given to the technical delegate duly completed and signed by the competitor during the technical scrutineering. If the competitor has not returned his record at least 1 hour before the start of the qualifying session, a penalty will be attributed to him by the stewards.
4.2.3. Equipments 4.2.3.1. Exhaust In accordance with regulations during testing and racing, the use of a muffler is mandatory. The limits and conditions for measuring the sound level are set as follows:
The measurement will be done in accordance with the FIA method (see technical regulations). Controls will be conducted during the tests and races. A preventive inspection will be available to competitors before the qualifying tests.
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4.2.3.2. Transponder Each vehicle must be equipped with a transponder provided by the timekeeper. Competitors are responsible for : - good mounting of the transponder ; - its permanent good functioning.
4.2.3.3. Telemétrie – Transmission Definition : Transmission of data between a moving car and anyone related to the commitment of that car. - Any telemetry system is prohibited. - Any radio system and car / stand links and conversely is authorised - Provided that the equipment is integrated into the car bodywork, data acquisition systems are authorised, including the cells necessary for their operation.
4.2.3.4. The lightening Vehicles must be equipped with red LED rain lights at the rear.
4.2.3.5. Starting The automatic start, controlled from the pilot's seat, the control being operated exclusively by the pilot, is mandatory and only admitted for the start of the race and for later starts during the race. Is prohibited: - In the pit lane: reverse with engine running - On the track the starting aid not stroller
4.3. RACE NUMBERS Each car will be bearing the race number assigned by the Promoter. Race numbers and advertising on cars must comply with the graphic charter in the annex 1 to the Sporting and Technical regulation. A number on the front windscreen : - digit height : 10 cm. / line width : 2 cm/ spacing between two digits : 2 cm. - position : visible for an observer standing at the front of the car. Two side numbers : - digit height : 23 cm. / digit width : 3 cm. / spacing between two digits : 5 cm. - position : doors.
4.4. PILOT SAFETY EQUIPMENT According to article 3 chapter 3 of appendix L of the FIA.
ARTICLE 5 – ADVERTISING
5.1. MANDATORY ADVERTISING The Ultimate Cup Series imposes a certain advertising to be affixed to the cars and the racing suits of all drivers and competitors participating in the Challenge CLIO CUP IV Ultimate Cup Series (see Annex 1).
All advertisements competing with any of the Ultimate Cup Series partners are prohibited (tolerated upon request and after acceptance of the Promoter), on cars and combinations. The sticker plan can not be modified by competitors and drivers.
The car's brand name or emblem must appear on the car in the original location. The names of the drivers must appear on each side of the bodywork. In case of non-respect of the sticker plan defined by the organization, penalties will be inflicted (see article 8).
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ARTICLE 6 – SITES AND INFRASTRUCTURES
6.1. RACE ROAD Only the race route must be used by the drivers throughout the course of the races and tests. At all times, cars must keep at least two wheels entirely on the part of the track between the roadsides or paint strips. The usage of roadsides, even if they are drivable, is strictly prohibited, except in cases of force majeure. It is strictly prohibited for any driver, subject to immediate disqualification and request for sanction from Auto Sport Suisse, to drive in his vehicle in the opposite direction to that of the race. This prohibition is valid both during the course of the actual races and during the tests sessions. Any driver who is obliged to stop his vehicle at any point on the circuit must immediately put it away in such a way that it does not inconvenience the other drivers. The circuit marshals may participate in this operation, but their intervention, subject to disqualification, can not have the effect of starting the engine. The pilot must remain under the orders of the marshals in post. Any driver of a vehicle temporarily stopped on the circuit for any reason must, to restart during the race, use his starter. Vehicles that are damaged and unable to continue are tidied up or evacuated by the driver or the nearest circuit marshals under the protection of the yellow flag(s). The return of these vehicles can only be done at the end of practice or race, in accordance with the advice of the Race Director. Vehicles that may constitute a danger to other drivers must be cleared as quickly as possible from the critical area by the marshals. They can not be held responsible for any damage caused to these vehicles during their evacuation. Any vehicle abandoned by its driver will be considered as having abandoned. Overtaking under yellow flag is prohibited.
6.2. STAND ZONE Except as specifically announced during the briefing, throughout an Event, speed will be limited to 60 km/h in the pit lane and maximum safety measures will be taken. Any violation of this rule during free practice and qualifying for a Race (cumulative over the season) will result in penalties for the driver. Any irregular use of the pit area : access, speed, (maximum speed in the pit lane: 60 km/h) traffic, stopping, exit, etc. will be subject to penalties (see article 8).
6.3. SIGNALING AREA Only two team members per commited car are allowed in the signaling area during the tests and the race(s). Persons under 16 years old are not allowed in the stand area. Penalties : see Article 8.
ARTICLE 7– PROGRESS OF THE EVENT
7.1. ADMINISTRATIVES CHECKS Administrative checks, mandatory for all competitors, will be held before each start of the event. The information relating to this control will be specified in the specific regulations of the test (dates of opening of the control, times & place). Each competitor must present the required documents. A competitor who has not satisfied the administrative checks will not be able to participate in the qualifying session.
Passes will be limited and can only be used by the people who make up the teams. The competitor is the sole responsible for his companions.
7.2. TECHNICAL VERIFICATIONS On each event at the end of the administrative control, competitors must report to the technical delegate (appointed by the event director) to carry out the technical inspections of vehicles & equipment in compliance with the conformity in force.
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Technical control will be held in the technical room (or, possibly in the competitors' box) and the information relating to this inspection will be specified in the particular rules of the test (opening dates, times & place).
The technical delegate can: A. check the admissibility of a car or competitor at any time during an event ; B. ask that a car be dismantled by the competitor to verify that the eligibility or compliance conditions are fully respected ; C. ask a competitor to pay reasonable costs resulting from the exercise of the rights mentioned in this article; D. ask a competitor to provide any samples or parts they may deem necessary ; E. check the weight of the vehicle (see specific regulations for each test) ; F. check the compliance of the fuel used at all times of the event.
Cars must be presented for technical verifications at the time indicated on the timing of the verifications under the following conditions : - The vehicle in perfect general condition (bodywork, mechanics and safety). All homologation and other documents may be requested during this verification - with the homologation sheet and the technical passport of the car in paper version - with the engine sealed or ready to receive the seals - without fuel - with all the mandatory stickers (security, identification, partners of the Series, etc.), in accordance with the graphic charter (see appendix 1) - with homologated slick tyres.
The pilot's safety equipment must be presented during the check are: - helmet (see hereafter) - Hans style restraint system - Underwear - racing suit - shoes - gloves, etc. A driver's safety equipment sheet must be completed by the driver and must be provided when checking the car. At the end of the check, each approved driver helmet will receive a validation sticker to stick on the outside at the bottom left of the chin location.
This should allow controllers to verify the conformity (see the conditions defined in Annex L of the International Sporting Code). The helmet and head restraint system must not have undergone any modifications other than those provided by the manufacturer. For any absence or delay in administrative and/or technical controls, penalties will be applied (See article 8 of this regulation and according to the standard rules of circuits races of Auto Sport Suisse).
The commitment rights for each event include participation in the final detailed technical checks. The team must ensure the dismantling and reassembly following the inspection. In the case of technical non-compliance, the competitor may be excluded from the Challenge for the current year and will lose all his rights.
7.3. BRIEFING At the end of the administrative and technical checks, all drivers authorised to participate in the competition are required to attend a briefing.
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The presence of the pilots participating in the event is MANDATORY during the entire briefing period subject to penalty. (see Article 8)
7.4. TESTS - FREE PRACTICE Free practices will be offered (except in cases of force majeure) during the meeting preceding the qualifying session. - QUALIFYING SESSION The best time achieved by each driver during the 1st qualifying session determines the starting grid for the first race. The second best time achieved by each driver during the 1st qualifying session is used to determine the starting grid for the second race. In the case of a time draw, the classification will be established on the basis of the first driver who will achieve the time. If the meeting has 3 races, the starting grid for race 3 will be established according to the addition of the results of races 1 and 2. In the case of draw, the classification will be established on the basis of the best lap time done during the races 1 and 2. If this is not enough to decide between them, the priority will be given to the first one having achieve it.
7.5. RACE The provisional calendar for each meeting includes two or three races.
7.5.1 STARTING PROCEDURE
Launched start is the starting procedure
The starting grid is of the offset type, and will be established from the results of the qualifying session (see article 7.4.) except if the Race Direction advises otherwise.
On the starting grid, any intervention on the cars is prohibited except as follows : - remove and replace the steering wheel, - use of radio and controls, - measurement and adjustment of tyre pressure, - Tyres temperature measurement - wheel tightening - access to engine management and data acquisition systems, - installation and removal of sun or rain protection, - application or removal of adhesive on the bodywork and air inlets - connection and disconnection of a booster battery
Any other intervention is prohibited without the express authorisation of the officials. This concerns in particular: - the opening of the bonnet, - the change of wheels.
7.5.2 FINISH The finish is given by the black and white Chequered flag on the leading car at the end of the race.
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7.6. PARC FERME The parc fermé regime is the one under which the cars are located at the end of a test session or race, as soon as the chequered flag is presented. In the case of interruption of the race or qualifying practices due to the presentation of the red flag, competitors are also under the parc fermé regime and must comply with the instructions of the Race Director or his assistants. When the cars are in a parc fermé, any intervention is prohibited on the cars with the exception of the following:
By the pilot : - remove and replace the steering wheel, - use of radio and controls, - cut-off electrical circuits. By team technicians or tire manufacturers : - Tire pressure measurement - Tire temperature measurement. Any other intervention is prohibited without the express authorisation of the officials responsible for monitoring the application of the parc fermé regime. This concerns in particular : - Opening the bonnets, - The change of the wheels, - Access to engine management and data acquisition systems - The removal of the video card The parc fermé by decision of the race direction may take place on any other place defined by the last one. For cars that have had or suffered damage, the parc fermé can be carried out directly in the team's technical area.
7.7. Withdrawal The Race Direction must be informed of any abandonment due to the incapacity of a vehicle to start for any reason. No reimbursement of entry fees will be made.
ARTICLE 8 – PENALTIES
Recap of penalties (Ultimate Cup Series – 2020). Complaints and appeals - see Articles 13 and 15 of the CSI as well as the standard circuit racing regulations of Auto Sport Suisse. Any violation of these rules will result in penalties imposed by the Stewards, even if these violations are not listed in the table below
Object Difference noticed in the regulation Steward Race Direction report Technical Verifications Any delay X Cars and equipments Non compliant X Fuel Non-compliant fuel type X Additive in fuel X Tank Non compliant X Possible exclusion from the meeting Refueling Non-compliance with procedures X Tyres Non-compliant of the manufacturer, X Exclusion possible De size and/or type of rubber and/or la course tyres not marked and/or not declared Use of any means X to heat the tyres. Exhausts Technical verifications exceeding the X
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static noise level Test and/or race sessions X See regulations in progress Transponder No presence or malfunction of the Vehicle stop by flag transponder presentation to ensure compliance Telemetry & If use X Transmission Non-declaration, to the technical X delegate, of the frequencies used for car radio links Lightening Non-conformity of the procedure in Vehicle stop by flag the event of a breakdown on the presentation to ensure circuit compliance Equipments Non-conformité de la procédure en X if Race Direction cas de panne sur la piste necessary Decision Specificities and Stand Non-conformity of the procedure in STOP & GO Zone the pit lane Specificities and Exceeding the number of people per X if Signaling area car in the paneling area necessary 4.3 Race numbers
5.1 Mandatory X if advertising In the case of non-compliance with necessary Race Direction 7 Prégrille this article Decision 7.0 Briefing 7.2Race 7.3 Parc fermé 10 Prizes In the case of non-compliance with X if necessary this article
ARTICLE 9 – RANKING
9.1. POINTS SCALE The race classification refers to all cars starting and appearing on the official list authorised to participate in the race.
To score 100% of the points in the general classification, a car must have covered at least 75% of the distance of the 1st place in the general classification. In order to score 50% of the points in the general classification, a car must have covered at least 50% of the distance of the 1st place in the general classification. If a car has covered less than 50% of the distance from 1st in the general classification, it will not score a point.
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The points in the general classification of the category will be counted on the basis of the following scale :
1st place : 28 points 12th place : 9 points 2nd place : 24 points 13th place : 8 points 3rd place : 20 points 14th place : 7 points 4th place : 17 points 15th place : 6 points 5th place : 16 points 16th place : 5 points 6th place : 15 points 17th place : 4 points 7th place : 14 points 18th place : 3 points 8th place : 13 points 19th place : 2 points 9th place : 12 points 20th place : 1 point 10th place : 11 points 11th place : 10 points
In addition, a general Gentleman Driver ranking will be established per race (drivers aged 40 and over) according to the same scale as that used for the general classification (1st Gentleman : 28 points, 2nd Gentleman : 24 points, 3rd Gentleman : 20 points, etc).
9.2. STARTERS All drivers will be considered as starters if he appears on the official list of authorised drivers.
9.3. FINAL RANKING OF THE CHALLENGE There will be a final ranking to determine the winner of the Challenge. Each driver will total the points obtained in the general ranking for each race which will be multiplied by the coefficient defined in Article 1.4. In the same way a general ranking of gentlemen drivers will be established for drivers aged 40 and over during the first race of the season. The final ranking of the Challenge will be established as follows : number of races organised minus 1 (the worst score will not be counted).
In the case of downgrading and/or disqualification of a race, for any reason, by the Stewards and/or the ASN, the race shall not be counted towards the final classification.
9.4. EX AEQUO In the case of Ex aequo between competitors, the highest place in the Challenge will be attributed: 1) to the holder of the highest number of first places, 2) if the number of first places is the same, the holder of the highest number of second places, 3) if the number of second places is the same, to the holder of the highest number of third places, and so on until a winner is found.
ARTICLE 10 – AWARDS CEREMONY
10.1. PRIZES BY EVENT At the end of the race, a podium will be made for the first 3 drivers of the following categories:
- General ranking - Gentleman Driver Ranking
A podium will be made for classes and categories with at least 4 starting cars. Drivers must present themselves in an identified racing suit in accordance with the identification plan established by Ultimate Cup Series.
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10.2. PRIZES AT THE END OF SEASON At the end of the season, will be rewarded on the same basis as mentioned previously. General ranking : accumulation of Scratch points. Gentleman Driver Ranking
There will be no prizes for classes with less than 4 drivers.
10.3. TROPHY Trophies will be distributed to each driver competing for the podium of each race and the end of season rankings.
ANNEXES
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ANNEX 1 page 1/2 Graphical Charter
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ANNEX 1 page 2/2
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ANNEX 2- CHALLENGE CLIO Cup IV ULTIMATE CUP SERIES Pneu avant/front tyre Pneu Arrière/rear tyre Pluie / Pluie / Voiture /Car ANNEE / YEAR Dimension Slick Dimension Slick Rain Rain Renault Clio Cup IV 20/61-17 S9M P2H 20/61-17 S9M P2H
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ANNEX 3 Technical Regulation
All that is not explicitly authorized: - in this regulation, - in the 2019 RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 Nomenclature, - in the 2019 edition of the RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 Technical Manual, - and in the technical bulletins published in 2019,
IS RIGOROUSLY PROHIBITED.
The documents are available on the RENAULT Sport extranet, reserved for the RENAULT Clio Cup: http://extranet.renault-sport.com/ Access to this site is individual and personalized. Each competitor, driver, technician, mechanic can request access to RENAULT SPORT RACING.
IMPORTANT: The competitor must ensure that all the technical personnel likely to work on the cars of his team have all the technical documents necessary for interventions in the spirit of these regulations. The non- knowledge of a technical document published by RENAULT SPORT RACING cannot be used as a defense.
At all times during an event, the driver and his competitor will be held responsible for the technical conformity of their car.
Only the size, weight, pressure or capacity measuring instruments used by the Ultimate Cup Series scrutineers will prevail on the measured values. No dispute can be pronounced. All these instruments will be available to competitors for the calibration of their own measuring instruments, until the start of the pre-grid for the first qualifying session.
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ARTICLE 1 – DEFINITIONS
1.1. - TYPE OF VEHICLE USED 1.2. - EVENT 1.3. - MINIMUM WEIGHT 1.4. - TRAVEL WEIGHT 1.5. - TELEMETRY 1.6. - DATA ACQUISITION 1.7. - NEW TIRE 1.8. - PNEUMATIC USE
ARTICLE 2 – REGULATIONS
2.1. - PRINCIPLE OF THE TECHNICAL REGULATIONS 2.2. - PERMANENT COMPLIANCE WITH THE REGULATIONS 2.3. - REPAIRS 2.4. - TECHNICAL PASSPORT
ARTICLE 3 – BODYWORK
3.1. - INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF WELDED BODYWORK ELEMENTS 3.2. - SPECIFIC ELEMENTS 3.3. – WINDOWS
ARTICLE 4 – WEIGHT
4.1. - MINIMUM WEIGHT 4.2. - RACE WEIGHT 4.3. - BALLAST 4.4. - ADDITIONS DURING THE RACE AND THE QUALIFYING PRACTICE 4.5. - MINIMUM WEIGHT CONTROL / RACE WEIGHT CONTROL
ARTICLE 5 – ENGINE
5.1. – AUTHORIZED ENGINE TYPE 5.2. - MAINTENANCE OF THE RENAULT SPORT RACING M5MT ENGINE 5.3. - ENGINE POWER CONTROL BEFORE SEASON 5.4. - NUMBER OF ENGINES PER EVENT 5.5. - TECHNICAL CONTROLS 5.6. - EXHAUST
ARTICLE 6 - PIPES AND FUEL TANK
ARTICLE 7 - ENGINE LUBRICATION
ARTICLE 8 – STARTING
ARTICLE 9 – TRANSMISSION
ARTICLE 10 - SUSPENSION AND STEERING
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ARTICLE 11 – BRAKES
ARTICLE 12 - WHEELS AND TIRES
12.1. - WHEELS 12.2. - TIRES
ARTICLE 13 – COCKPIT
ARTICLE 14 - SECURITY EQUIPMENT
14.1. - EXTINGUISHER 14.2. - CIRCUIT BREAKER 14.3. - MIRRORS 14.4. - DRIVER SEAT BELTS 14.5. - SEAT AND SEAT SUPPORTS 14.6. - SECURITY FIXING (ENGINE HOOD AND TRUNK DOOR) 14.7. - WINDSHIELD 14.8 - SIDE NET 14.9. - TOWING STRAPS 14.10. - SIGNALS - LIGHTS - HEADLIGHTS 14.11. - PILOT EQUIPMENT
ARTICLE 15 – ROLL CAGE
ARTICLE 16 – FUEL
16.1. - FUEL 16.2. - SAMPLING PROCEDURE
ARTICLE 17 – ELECTRONICS
17.1. - RADIO SYSTEM AND TELEMETRY 17.2. - DASHBOARD 17.3. - ELECTRICAL HARNESSES 17.4. - ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROL UNIT (ECU OR COMPUTER) AND ACQUISITION OF DATA
ARTICLE 18 - FINAL TEXT
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ARTICLE 1 - DEFINITIONS
1.1. - Type of vehicle used
RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 left-hand drive, marketed by RENAULT SPORT RACING, complies with these Technical Regulations and the 2019 definition. Vehicles built from collections of parts are not authorized. However, a vehicle rebuilt from an accident vehicle and replacement of the chassis with roll bar is authorized.
1.2. – Event
An event will consist of qualifying practice and the race (s). An event begins with the start of preliminary technical checks and ends at the end of the protest period following the last race.
1.3. - Minimum weight
The minimum weight is the weight of a RENAULT CLIO CUP X98, at any time during a test, with no driver on board, the fuel tanks, windshield washer and cooling tank of the air exchanger will be empty. The levels of engine lubricants, gearbox and engine cooling circuit being made in accordance with the prescriptions described in the 2019 edition of the RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 Technical Manual, excluding any intervention, modification or addition.
1.4. - Race weight
The race weight is the weight of a RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 as defined in article 1.3, in the state in which it has just participated in qualifying practice or the race, including driver's weight, excluding any intervention, modification or addition.
1.5. - Telemetry
Data transmission between a moving car and a station independent of this car.
1.6. - Data acquisition
On-board vehicle parameter recording system. This system connects to a computer for "recovery and analysis of recorded data".
1.7. - New tire
A tire that has never been used and whether or not it was previously registered.
1.8. - Used tire
Tire that has already been used but whose state of wear still allows use in competition (the appreciation of the degree of wear returning to the Ultimate Cup Series technical stewards) or tire already registered and having been used on a previous test for the same car.
ARTICLE 2 - REGULATIONS
No car may take part in an event until it has been previously approved by the Ultimate Cup Series Technical scrutineers.
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At any time during an event, the Ultimate Cup Series Scrutineers may : a) Check the conformity of a car. b) Require that a car, or part of the car, be dismantled by the competitor to ensure that the conditions of admission or conformity are fully respected. c) Ask a competitor to provide any sample or any part or element or recorded data that they may deem necessary. The technical compliance checks will be carried out by the Ultimate Cup Series Scrutineers. The Organizers of the Challenge Clio Cup IV Ultimate Cup Series will publish the conclusions of the Technical Stewards concerning the technical verifications of conformity of the cars after each event. These results will not include specific figures except when a car is found not to comply with the Technical Regulations.
2.1. - Principle of technical regulations
The parts making up the Renault Clio Cup IV are divided into three categories.
CATEGORY "A": No modification is authorized. Parts classified in this category must remain in their original position and perform the functions for which they were intended. These parts are necessarily original RENAULT SPORT RACING or RENAULT parts. Adaptation parts are prohibited.
CATEGORY "B": Only the modifications or prescriptions indicated in the 2019 Technical Regulations or the 2019 Nomenclature of the RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 are authorized. These parts are necessarily original RENAULT SPORT RACING or RENAULT parts. Adaptation parts are prohibited. Parts classified in this category must remain in their original position and perform the functions for which they were intended.
CATEGORY "C": Parts classified in this category are considered free on the express condition that the original function is not diverted and that no additional function is added. They must be located in the same locations as the original parts. Their presence is mandatory at their original position. Adaptation parts are tolerated and must be submitted to the Technical Stewards for approval before use.
NB: All the parts constituting an element are subject to the same category as the element concerned. Any addition of a part or function that was not originally planned is prohibited.
MARKING OF SPECIFIC PARTS
Some parts of categories A, B, are marked with a specific RENAULT SPORT RACING marking (hologram or engraving). The presence of this marking guarantees the origin of the parts concerned and their use is mandatory. The absence of a marking on a part affected by this marking is a technical non-conformity. NB: The presence of the marking cannot serve as a defense argument in the event of non-compliance noted during the technical checks.
Screws
With the exception of specific screws and classified in category A, all the screws are free, provided that it meets the following criteria: - the original diameter, - the pitch of the original thread, - the original material (example: a steel screw can only be replaced by a steel screw to the exclusion of any other material), - the original mechanical properties must be kept to a minimum, (example: a quality 8.8 screw can be replaced by a quality 10.8 screw, but vice versa is not allowed). To ensure the tightening of the screws, it is
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authorized to put safety wire. The washers are in category "C" except in special cases mentioned in the nomenclature. In the case of parts not shown on the nomenclature, these are systematically classified in category "A". NB: Any addition of parts or set of parts, not appearing on the nomenclature must be submitted beforehand to the approval of the Technical Stewards. The drawings used for the nomenclature are a schematic illustration of the parts they represent to facilitate understanding. These drawings do not necessarily represent the precise shape of the components of the RENAULT CLIO CUP. In no case may therefore be referred to the representation of a part or element to determine compliance.
2.2. - Permanent compliance with the Regulations
RENAULT CLIO CUP must fully comply with these regulations, the 2019 Clio Cup X98 nomenclature and the Clio Cup X98 2019 technical bulletins throughout the course of an event. The driver, his competitor and the team will be responsible for the permanent technical conformity of the car.
2.3. - Repairs
Any intervention on the car must be carried out according to the methods defined by the various technical documents issued by RENAULT SPORT RACING and in compliance with these Regulations, so as to keep the original configuration of the vehicle. Any spare part fitted must comply with the criteria linked to the above- mentioned categories, which includes the replaced part. Parts classified in category "A" or "B" must be original RENAULT SPORT RACING and appear in the 2019 Catalog of Spare Parts for the RENAULT CLIO CUP X98.
IMPORTANT NOTES
1) 1) The driver, his competitor and the team being held responsible for the permanent conformity of the car and of the spare parts assembled and used, they must therefore ensure their technical conformity before use.
2) Any original spare part which does not fit in place of the part which it replaces without modification must in NO CASE be used and must be exchanged, after having informed the Technical Steward.
3) During an event, any car which, after having been approved by the Scrutineers, would have been repaired or modified in such a way as to affect its safety or question its conformity, or which would have been involved in an accident with similar consequences, must be presented again to the Scrutineers by the competitor for a new approval.
2.4. - Technical passport Competitors must present the previously established technical passport (2018 and / or 2019). For those who do not have one, the Technical Stewards in charge of the Challenge Clio Cup IV Ultimate Cup Series will establish a technical passport at the time of the preliminary technical checks of the first participation of the vehicle if they have all the elements available to do so. . The remarks affixed to this passport must be signed by the competitor or an official representative of the team at each event. This passport remains at the disposal of the technical stewards and will be given to the competitor on request at the end of the season.
ARTICLE 3 - BODYWORK
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It is authorized to paint the bodywork elements on the interior and exterior faces in compliance with article 3.2 of these regulations.
3.1. - Instructions for the replacement or repair of welded bodywork elements
In all circumstances, replacement or repair of bodywork components must be carried out according to the methods defined by RENAULT SPORT RACING and described in the 2019 edition of the RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 Repair Manual or in the Repair Manual of the RENAULT CLIO “road” version. Any car which shows traces of reinforcement in the areas of connection of the welded elements will be considered as not conforming to the Regulations. The use of adhesive tape for the repair of bodywork components is subject to the approval of the technical scrutineers. Adhesive tape may be tolerated for repair of the bodywork only when the time between two practice sessions or the race does not allow complete repair of the bodywork. The fixing of the bodywork elements to each other by adhesive tape is subject to the approval of the Technical Stewards. The use of adhesive tape for any purpose other than the temporary repair of a bodywork element as specified above is prohibited.
3.2. - Specific elements
The grille should not be painted. The use of the original protective mesh behind the radiator grilles is compulsory.
3.3. – Windows
No adhesive or advertising other than those provided for in the identification plan (see annex 1 of the Regulations) is authorized on the windows. The windows cannot be painted. The presence of the rear window is compulsory in all circumstances. Any competitor whose rear window is missing following a race incident will be ordered to stop immediately.
Windshield: a windshield with too many impacts or with a broken inner glass sheet must be replaced.
ARTICLE 4 - WEIGHT
4.1. - Minimum weight
The minimum weight is 1080 kg (one thousand eighty kilograms). This weight is understood for RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 according to article 1.3.
4.2. - Race weight
The minimum running weight is 1170 kg (one thousand one hundred and seventy kilograms). This weight is understood for RENAULT CLIO CUP X98, in the state in which they have just participated in qualifying practice or the race, according to the definition described in article 1.4.. Article 4.1 is still applicable. NB: The race weight may be adjusted according to the average weight of all the drivers entered.
4.3. – Ballast
Below these weights, it is compulsory to make the complement by one or more ballast (s), fixed by means of bolts and with the help of tools. Only weights available at the RENAULT SPORT RACING spare parts store are authorized.
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If ballast is used to be at minimum empty weight (art. G.1), it must be located in place of the passenger and use the fixing points (+ screws) originally provided. It must be possible to put seals. This ballast MUST be declared by the competitor to the Technical Steward during the preliminary technical checks. After having made the unloaded weight of the car according to article 4.1 of these regulations, if the use of ballast is necessary to comply with article 4.2, it must be located in the place of the passenger and use the same fixings as the seat, the presence of the ballast is the responsibility of the competitor and will not be sealed. This ballast MUST be declared by the competitor to the Technical Steward during the preliminary technical checks. If the Scrutineers put seals on the ballast, the condition of the seals and their presence are the responsibility of the driver, the competitor and the team. In this case, any unsealed ballast will be considered a non- conformity.
4.4. - Additions during the race and qualifying practice
Unless specifically authorized by a Technical Steward, the addition during any qualifying and racing of any liquid or other material whatsoever is prohibited, until the end of the Parc Fermé following the qualifying practice sessions or races.
4.5. - Minimum weight control / Race weight control
Weight control may be carried out at any time during an event in accordance with Art. 4-1, 4-2, it being understood that it is forbidden to add oil, other liquid or extinguishing agent before weighing. In addition to the competitor or his representative, only the Scrutineers and officials can enter the weighing area. No intervention whatsoever is permitted in this area unless authorized by officials.
ARTICLE 5 - ENGINE
5.1. - Authorized engine type
RENAULT SPORT type M5MA 400 Capacity: 1618 ccm
5.2. - Maintenance of the RENAULT SPORT RACING M5MT engine
The selling and repair of the engine of vehicles entered in the Challenge Clio Cup IV Ultimate Cup Series are exclusively handled by RENAULT SPORT RACING or its engine partner. The engine is sealed. The presence and condition of the seals are the responsibility of the driver, the competitor and the team, in full compliance with the regulations.
Any engine not sealed by RENAULT SPORT RACING, of unknown origin or other than that specified above, or whose one or more seals are missing may not be used in the context of an event counting towards the Challenge.
5.3. - Engine power control before season
Any engine used on a RENAULT CLIO CUP X98, participating in the Challenge Clio Cup IV Ultimate Cup Series must have been previously checked and sealed by the approved RENAULT SPORT RACING engine manufacturer. The competitor must be in possession of the "certificate of approval" given to him with the engine checked.
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Only one certificate of approval will be issued. All engines with seals 2018 or 2019, can participate in the Challenge Clio Cup IV Ultimate Cup Series without new control. Competitors entering a car during the season, whose engine is not equipped with the 2018, 2019 or 2020 seals, must obligatorily have their engine checked, and be in possession of the certificate of approval. Bench and transport costs will be borne by the competitor.
Average power curve: Average of all M5MA 400 (Clio Cup) engines checked in "pre-season". Each engine checked as part of the “pre-season” power control is used to calculate this average power.
5.4. - Number of engines per event
Only one engine will be authorized per event and per car. The number of this engine will be noted on the technical passport during the preliminary technical checks of the event concerned. Only the use of this engine will be authorized for the entire duration of the event (qualifying and races). In the event of an actual engine breakdown or breakdown noted by the Technical Delegate, a change of engine may be authorized. Any engine replaced without authorization from the Technical Delegate will be considered as technical non- compliance.
5.5. - Technical controls
In the event that one or more seals are missing :
- preliminary technical controls: the instructions for bringing back into conformity, up to and including the replacement of the engine, will be communicated to the competitor by the Technical Delegate and will be mandatory in order to be able to participate in the qualifying tests. The costs of bringing back into conformity are then borne by the competitor.
- during the event (qualifying practice and race): the absence of seal (s) will be considered as a technical non- conformity.
The presence of the seals being a presumption of conformity, it may, as part of the technical compliance checks, be taken from the engine at the end of a race to put it on the power bench, and if necessary immediate disassembly of the engine for metrological control.
5.5.1 Procedures and results of technical checks "power checks":
The competitor who must undergo an "engine" technical check at the end of an event will be responsible for the immediate removal of the engine from his vehicle and its delivery to the Technical Delegate. The engine will be sampled with the following elements : - In oil. - With its engine harness and all the connected sensors. - With the turbo downpipe and the original lambda probe of the engine. - With the original ECU of the car. - Clean.
The competitor will be invited to attend the power control, but will not have access to the power measurement.
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NB: The presence of the competitor is not compulsory, in this case no dispute may be raised on the power control.
5.5.2 Result of the power check
The conformity check will be made by comparing the power curve of the engine checked with the average power curve of all the engines as defined in article 5.3. In case of conformity, the results of the control will be communicated to the competitor without quantified values. In the event that the power of the controlled engine is greater than the average curve, the engine may be completely dismantled for metrological and visual control of the engine. The engine can be unplugged and removed from the engine panel usable in the Challenge Clio Cup IV Ultimate Cup Series.
In case of non-compliance found: Non-conforming parts will be kept by RENAULT SPORT RACING or its engine supplier.
5.6. – Exhaust
Mandatory use of the original RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 exhaust system. The muffler must be in place and in working order.
ARTICLE 6 - PIPES AND FUEL TANK
The fuel lines and fuel tank must be those fitted to the RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 and listed in the 2019 spare parts catalog. Any storage of fuel in the car at a temperature more than 10 ° C below ambient temperature is prohibited. The use of a specific device, whether or not on board, to reduce the temperature below ambient temperature is prohibited.
Refueling
- Refueling is prohibited during qualifying practice and the race. - It is forbidden to refuel on the starting grid. - It is forbidden to fill the fuel tank under pressure.
ARTICLE 7 – ENGINE LUBRIFICATION
Engine lubricant :
Two types of engine oil are allowed: TOTAL 10W60 QUARTZ or ELF EVOLUTION 900 NF 5W40
Any additive is strictly prohibited.
Lubricant sample :
Three samples will be taken and stored in three new containers:
- Sample 1: intended for the analysis laboratory;
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- Sample 2: will be kept by the competitor; - Sample 3: will be kept by the technical scrutineers for possible second test.
The containers will be identified and sealed by the Technical Delegate, in the presence of the competitor or his representative.
No dispute can be accepted regarding the origin, transport or storage of samples 1 and 3.
The control of the lubricant sample taken will be done in a specialized analysis laboratory.
ARTICLE 8 - STARTING
The engine can only be started, both on the starting grid and in the pits, with the original starter actuated by the driver installed normally in his driving position. Starting the engine by "pushing" the car is prohibited.
ARTICLE 9 - TRANSMISSION
Maintenance and repairs will be carried out according to the methods defined by RENAULT SPORT RACING in the repair manual for the RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 2019 edition.
Reverse gear should be in working order.
ARTICLE 10 - SUSPENSION AND STEERING
Any modification not provided for in the RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 Repair Manual - 2019 edition or the 2019 edition nomenclature is prohibited. The use of the original steering wheel is mandatory.
ARTICLE 11 - BRAKES
Any modification not provided for in the RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 2019 edition repair manual or the 2019 edition nomenclature is prohibited.
ARTICLE 12 - WHEELS AND TIRES
12.1. – Wheels
Mandatory use of original wheels delivered or provided as spare parts for the RENAULT CLIO CUP X98.
Dimensions: 8J17
The addition of aerodynamic elements or air extractors is prohibited. Pressure relief valves are prohibited on the wheels.
12.2. – Tires
All modifications to the tires: re-cutting, retreading, surface treatment, are prohibited. The use of electric blankets or any other means to modify or maintain the temperature of tires is prohibited.
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It is mandatory to respect the mounting direction of the tires. See main regulation article 4.2.2.1 on the use of tires.
ARTICLE 13 - COCKPIT
The interior door panels must be the original ones. The dashboard must be the original one. Camera mounts, cameras or any other accessory, must be declared and have the approval of the technical scrutineer to be used. If these accessories do not have all the safety guarantees, they must be dismantled BEFORE hitting the track.
ARTICLE 14 – SECURITY EQUIPMENTS
All safety equipment and systems must, in all circumstances while the vehicle is running, be operational and comply with the technical regulations. Otherwise, a sanction or penalty may be applied at the discretion of the stewards.
14.1. - Fire extinguisher
Each car must be equipped with a fire extinguisher. The state of the fire extinguisher is the responsibility of the driver. The following information must appear legibly on each fire extinguisher : - capacity, - type of extinguisher agent, - weight or volume of the extinguishing agent, - date of verification of the extinguisher, which must not be more than two years after the filling date or after that of the last verification.
AN EXTINGUISHER OF WHICH THE ABOVE INFORMATIONS ARE NOT READABLE WILL BE REFUSED.
The fire extinguisher must be attached to the original intended location. The fasteners must be those originally provided. The entire extinguishing system must withstand fire. Plastic pipes are prohibited and metal pipes are compulsory. The fire extinguisher must be capable of being operated from inside and outside the car. The order will be clearly indicated by a red "E" inside a white circle with a red border with a diameter of at least 10 cm for the outside switch and 5 cm for the inside switch. The driver normally seated, with his seat belts fastened and the steering wheel in place, must be able to trigger the fire extinguisher manually. The operating condition is the responsibility of the driver. The electrical control box of the fire extinguisher must be in working order and the position of the switch in the "ON" position is mandatory during driving and as soon as the driver is in the car.
14.2. - Circuit breaker
The use of the circuit breaker fitted as original or delivered as a spare part is compulsory. Its operation will be checked during the preliminary technical checks. The general circuit breaker must instantly cut all the electrical circuits (battery, alternator, lights, ignition, electrical controls, etc.) and must also stop the engine. This circuit breaker must be able to be operated from inside and outside the car. The exterior control must be located at the bottom of the right-hand windscreen pillar. It will be clearly indicated by a red lightning in a
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blue triangle with a white border with a base of least 12 cm. The operating condition is the responsibility of the driver.
14.3. - Mirrors
The presence of the two exterior mirrors delivered as original or listed in the spare parts catalog for the RENAULT CLIO CUP is mandatory.
14.4. - Driver seat belts
RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 are delivered from the factory with seat belts (6-point safety harness type) conform to standard FIA D-120 T / 98 or FIA D-280 T / 98. The use of original belts is compulsory. The condition of these is the responsibility of the driver.
Usage regulations A harness must be used in its homologated configuration without modification or deletion of parts, and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. The effectiveness and lifespan of seat belts is directly related to the way they are installed, used and maintained. Belts should be replaced after any severe collision and if they are cut or frayed, or if the straps are weakened by the action of the sun or chemicals. The technical scrutineers will be able to remove the homologation labels on each of the straps. They must also be replaced if the metal parts or the buckles are deformed or rusted. Any harness that does not work perfectly must be replaced. In accordance with FIA regulations, each of the straps making up the safety harness must be identified by an approval label affixed by the manufacturer. All the straps making up a harness must have the same homologation number. All straps must be valid. The absence of a certification label, a mix of different certification straps, certification labels that are illegible or whose expiration date has passed, will result in the immediate replacement of the harness. The car can only go on track after having satisfied this obligation.
14.5. - Seat and seat supports
The condition of the seat and seat supports is the responsibility of the driver. RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 are delivered from the outset with a driver's seat conforming to FIA standard 8855- 1999. The use of this seat is compulsory, but exceptions may be authorized subject to the agreement of the technical delegate.
Labeling The label integrated into the seat by the manufacturer must be perfectly legible. Any seat does not meeting this obligation will be refused and must be replaced. In the event of an accident, the Technical Delegate reserves the right to remove or cancel the label in the event that the future performance of the seat is called into question. The absence of the homologation label, an illegible homologation label or the expired validity date will necessarily result in the immediate replacement of the pilot seat. The car can only go on track after having satisfied this obligation. Attachment points to the chassis : The seat attachment points must be those provided at the time of delivery.
14.6. - Security fixing (engine hood and trunk door)
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The use of the original security fixing supplied is compulsory. The blocking of these fixings blocking or hindering the opening of the engine hood or the tailgate by any means whatsoever (nylon collar for example) IS PROHIBITED.
14.7. - Windshield
As a replacement, only the original windshields listed in the spare parts catalog are authorized. The method of fixing it to the structure of the vehicle must be retained. The use of an interior or exterior protective film is prohibited. A windshield with deterioration of the inner sheet will be refused. The scrutineers may request the replacement of the windshield if the outside sheet has too many cracks or impacts, even if the inside sheet is intact.
14.8 - Side net
The use of the original side net is mandatory.
14.9. - Tow straps
The towing straps provided as standard at the front and at the rear must be in perfect condition and clearly indicated on the shield by a circle with a diameter of at least 5 cm or by an arrow in yellow or orange-red color.
14.10. - Signals - Lights - Headlights
The rear lights (stops and 3rd stop, and rain lights) must be in working order under all circumstances. Their operation will be checked during the preliminary technical checks. When passing the "wet track" sign, the rear lights and / or headlights will be compulsory. The headlights must be in working order. All other equipment is prohibited.
14.11. - Driver equipment
See article 7.2 of the main regulations.
ARTICLE 15 – ROLL CAGE
Only the safety frame provided for the RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 is authorized. Any modification is prohibited. In the event of an accident, the Technical Delegate reserves the right to remove the identification plates from the safety frame and to declare it out of service. The safety frame certificate of conformity delivered with the car will be destroyed. It is allowed to paint the safety frame, but surface treatment is prohibited.
Protection garniture : In places where the driver's helmet could come into contact with the safety structure, a non-flammable garniture must be used as protection. The packing must comply with FIA standard 8857-2001.
ARTICLE 16 - FUEL
16.1. – Fuel
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For qualifying practices and races, each driver must only use the fuel from the distribution point designated by the organizers.
Control and procedure.
At each test, a “control” sample will be taken at the refueling point. The check will be made by comparison between the fuel taken from the competitor's car and the "control" sample taken at the distribution point.
Therefore
• Fuel distributed in a previous event may no longer be used in another event of the Ultimate Cup Series. Competitors will therefore be obliged to scrupulously empty the fuel tank of their vehicle before the qualifying sessions for each event. • Any mixing with another fuel or additive is prohibited.
16.2. - Sampling procedure
The samples will be taken as follows: 3 samples of 1 liter each will be taken from the fuel tank in three new containers.
• Sample n°1: for analysis • Sample n°2: kept by the competitor • Sample n°3: kept by the technical stewards for possible second test.
The containers will be identified and sealed by the Scrutineers in the presence of the competitor or his representative. No dispute will be accepted regarding the origin, transport or storage of the "control" samples, n ° 1 and n ° 3. The competitor must make all arrangements so that it is always possible to take from the tank of the car, a minimum quantity of 3 liters of fuel necessary for analysis after qualifying practices or races. The sample will be taken on a flat surface and without removing any mechanical parts. The impossibility of taking a quantity of 3 liters of fuel from the tank by the coupling provided for this purpose will be considered as a non-compliance.
ARTICLE 17 - ELECTRONICS
17.1. - Radio system and telemetry
During qualifying and races all telemetry systems and their electrical equipment are prohibited.
On-board timing systems are authorized subject to authorization by the technical delegate.
17.2. – Dashboard
The original dashboard must remain in place. It must be operational and perform the original functions.
17.3. - Electrical harnesses
The electrical harnesses must remain the original ones and must not be modified. No wires should be added
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to the original sensors.
17.4. - Electronic engine control unit (ECU or ECU) and data acquisition
The use of the original RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 "engine" electronic control unit is compulsory.
The electronic engine control unit must be equipped with the latest version of the map approved by RENAULT SPORT RACING. Any intervention on the "engine" electronic control unit is strictly prohibited. The RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 ICD-Lite (Dashboard) integrates the data acquisition system. The Technical scrutineers have free access to the information stored in these acquisition boxes and can use the result for technical compliance checks.
Other data acquisition systems
All other data acquisition systems are prohibited.
Free equipment
Are free:
- the brand of engine coolant, - the color of the car, subject to the decoration plan in the appendix.
ARTICLE 18 – FINAL TEXT
The French version will prevail in the event of a dispute about the final text of these regulations, the 2019 RENAULT CLIO CUP X98 nomenclature and 2019 technical bulletins.
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