Getting to grips with having F1 in our lives once again, we take a look at the space-age steering device set to be on the receiving end of Schumacher's jabbing fingers this season.
1/ MSG OK
Confirms settings dialled in with multi-function dial and menu settings.
2/ Menu scroll buttons
Steps through menus of settings chosen using the master switch (14).
3/ Differential adjustment
Can be shifted to suit track conditions and tyre wear, for instance to increase traction, grip, braking stability and turn-in.
4/ Neutral switch
Engages neutral/reverse.
5/ Front wing switch
Adjusts angle of front flaps to increase downforce.
6/ Radio LED
Illuminates in blue to inform the driver that the pit-to-car radio is active.
7/ Pit-to-car radio
On/off toggle.
8/ Fuel mix adjustment
Adjusts the fuel mix and revs either to preserve the engine or increase performance, as required.
9/ Throttle map override
Adjusts throttle and power characteristics to suit track conditions.
10/ Overtake button
Momentarily increases the engine revs to its 18,000rpm maximum. Helps with overtaking and scaring off pigeons.
11/ Pitlane speed limiter
On/off toggle.
12/ Engine braking level
Particularly useful in the wet for increasing rear-end stability.
13/ Tyre configuration
Optimises car settings for slick, intermediate or wet tyres. Also activates the rear rain light.
14/ Master multifunction switch
Allows the driver to access a number of system settings including engine maps, front wing controls and an aero-mapping function that monitors and maximizes car airflow.
