Active Reset in iRacing is a useful feature that allows you to reset your car to a predetermined starting point during practice or qualifying sessions.
By understanding how to use Active Reset effectively, you can optimize your practice sessions and improve your performance on the track. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you utilize Active Reset in iRacing.
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Step 1: Map Active Reset Controls
The first step is to map the Active Reset controls to buttons on your steering wheel or controller for easier access during practice or qualifying sessions.
Access the control settings in iRacing by navigating to Options > Controls. Look for the two Active Reset controls under the “Other Controls” section.
Step 2: Assign Buttons for Active Reset
Once you’ve located the Active Reset controls, assign a button or key for each function: Active Reset Save Start Point and Active Reset Run.
Assigning these controls to easily accessible buttons on your steering wheel or controller will streamline the process of using Active Reset during practice sessions.
Step 3: Enter the Pits and Prepare for Reset
After mapping the Active Reset controls, enter the pits in iRacing by driving onto pit road. Once in the pits, ensure that you are stationary and not in motion. This will allow you to set the starting point for your reset accurately.
Step 4: Select Starting Point
Using the Active Reset Save Start Point control, select the starting point on the track where you would like to begin your run.
This starting point should represent a position on the track that is conducive to your practice objectives, such as the start of a corner or a specific braking point.
Step 5: Drive and Warm Up
After selecting the starting point, drive a lap or two to warm up your tires and bring the car to a state similar to race or qualifying conditions.
This will ensure that the car’s tire temperatures and fuel load match the conditions you intend to simulate during your practice session.
Step 6: Utilize Active Reset
Once you’ve warmed up the tires and prepared the car, utilize the Active Reset Run control to reset the car to the previously saved starting point on the track.
This will allow you to practice specific sections of the track repeatedly and work on improving your consistency and lap times.
Step 7: Repeat as Necessary
Continue to use Active Reset as needed throughout your practice session to focus on specific sections of the track or refine your driving technique.
By repeatedly practicing specific segments of the track, you can identify areas for improvement and work towards running consistent laps.
Step 8: Review and Analyze Performance
After completing your practice session, take the time to review and analyze your performance using telemetry data and lap times.
Identify areas where you can make improvements and use Active Reset to continue refining your skills in subsequent practice sessions.
