Wolf GB08 Tornado User Handbook

The Wolf GB08 Tornado User Handbook provides detailed technical information and guidelines for operating and maintaining the Wolf GB08 Tornado race car. This comprehensive manual covers various aspects of the vehicle, including dimensions, controls, engine specifications, setup, and maintenance procedures.

General Dimensions:

• Dry Weight: 575 kg
• Wheelbase: 2679 mm
• Tow Point and Lifting Point (configuration dependent)

Steering Wheel Controls:

• RADIO: Press and hold to communicate via radio.
• PIT: Press to toggle pitlane limiter.
• RAIN: Press for 3 seconds to toggle rain light.
• FUEL: Press to reset fuel consumption and lap time prediction data.
• FLASH: Press for light flashing (3 times).
• STARTER: Press to start the engine.
• BOOST: Press for temporary boost in overtaking (configurable).
• NEUTRAL: Press for first gear and neutral.

Cockpit Controls:

• IGNITION: Main switch with off, on, and ignition positions.
• LIGHTS: Switch for front/rear lights.
• INDICATORS: Switch for right/left indicators.
• FUEL PUMP: Selects between main and reserve fuel pumps.
• DOWNLOAD: Plug for data download and ECU mapping.

Recommended Engine Values:

• Peugeot 1.1-1.6 Turbo with specific RPM, water temperature, oil temperature, oil pressure, and battery voltage ranges.

Engine Fire-up Procedure:

1. Move IGNITION switch to CENTRAL position.
2. Push STARTER button until OIL PRESSURE is more than zero.
3. Move IGNITION switch to UP position.
4. Check FUEL PRESSURE is about 5 bar (70 psi).
5. Push STARTER button without throttle to start the engine.
6. OIL PRESSURE and TEMPERATURE will be highlighted in BLUE until the engine warm-up is completed.

Cooling Temperature Management:

• ECU cuts engine rev if water temperature rises over the limit.
• Continue running for 2-3 km with long gear if the temperature continues to rise.

First Shakedown:

• Steps to be followed after car delivery, including inspection, warm-up, installation lap, bodywork removal for fluid leak checks, and performance tests at varying percentages of the car’s performance.

Chassis Setup:

• Reference points for height measurement and setup settings for slick and rain tires, including tire pressures and adjustments.

Tires and Rims:

• Specifications for PIRELLI and MICHELIN slick tires, including tire/rim sizes, overall dimensions, and tread width.

Brakes:

• Pad bedding procedure and endurance brake system details.
• Cooling capacity and internal disc cooling information.

Antiroll Bars:

• Stiffness values for front and rear antiroll bars with different outer diameters and widths.

Damper Adjustment:

• BUMP and REBOUND settings for front and rear dampers, and front central dampers.

Suspension Geometry:

• Front and rear suspension geometry details.

Aerodynamic Data and Rear Wing Adjustment:

• Information on aerodynamic data and how to adjust the rear wing.

Checking and Replacing Components:

• Post-race/daily test and yearly checks, including chassis bolts, air filters, water radiator air cleaning, brake bleeding, and power steering screws.
• Replacement schedule for oil, oil filter, spark plugs, gearbox oil, and O2 sensors.

Tightening Torque:

• Torque specifications for components such as wheel nuts, front wheel stud/CV joint nut, upright stud nut, and more.

Checking Engine Oil Level:

• Procedure for checking engine oil level with the engine warmed up.

Cooling Circuit Filling:

• Instructions for filling the cooling circuit and bleeding air from the circuit.

Gearbox:

• Refer to the «SLR82-14 Gear Box Technical Details» handbook for technical information.

Oil and Lubricant:

• Specifications for engine oil, gearbox oil, and brake fluid.

Engine Cooling:

• Total Glacelf mixed with distilled water for engine cooling.

General Agreement:

• Information on warranty limitations, safety components, and the mandatory use of original spare parts supplied by Wolf Racing Cars.

This summary provides a detailed overview of the Wolf GB08 Tornado User Handbook, highlighting the vehicle's technical specifications, maintenance procedures, and performance parameters.