Quick Release Connection Check
The CSL DD and Gran Turismo DD Pro wheel bases were designed to be compatible with the existing ClubSport Quick Release Adapter (now known as QR1) as well as the updated QR2 quick release spec.
As the base side Quick Release was designed to be potentially removed, sometimes issues with the connection can occur. This can cause detection issues, limited steering wheel functionality, and fluctuating force feedback from the wheel base.
We recommend checking some things on the setup, like the connector pins on the back of the wheel and the QR base side of the wheel base, to rule out physical connections as part of the issue.
General Symptoms to look out for:
7-segment or OLED display not working, losing connection during usage, missed inputs from the wheel, REV LED lights not working, and weak/no FFB from the wheel base may be related to an unstable connection.
Checking the Steering Wheel
Check Connector Pins:
Inspect the pins at the back of the steering wheel and check for any broken or missing ones. You may notice that one of the 13 pins is shorter than the rest. This is by design and shouldn't be a concern:
If you notice any damage to the pins, please submit a ticket to our Technical Support Team. If the pins are fine, continue with the next steps in the article.
Reseating the QR Base Side:
Try detaching the QR base side from the wheel base and reseating it. Make sure the base side is fully inserted, and tighten the screws for the clamps.
What You'll Need
- A 5mm Hex (Allen) key for the Base Side
Step 1: Unscrew the QR2L Base Side
The QR2 Lite has two screws that will usually be facing downward during normal use. Flip them over so you can see them, and unscrew both and put them aside.
Step 2: Removing the QR2L Base-Side
Remove the connecting half of the QR2 Lite and put that aside with the screws, then carefully pull the QR2L Base Side towards you until it fully releases from the wheel base.
Step 3: Investigate the Ports
With the QR2L Base Side removed from the wheel base, take a moment to check the USB-C connector on the inside of the wheel base and on the back of the QR2L Base Side component itself.
If you find any damage, take some photos and reach out to Support.
CSL DD's Internal USB Port |
QR2L Base Side's USB-C |
|---|---|
Step 4: Reinsert the QR2L Base Side
If everything looks good, go ahead and reinsert the QR2L Base Side into the wheel base.
Step 5: Retighten the screws and get back on the road!
Reinstall the two screws and connecting bracket to the QR2 Lite and tighten them with the allen key until it feels like you can't tighten any further.
For those with a torque wrench, we recommend tightening the screw to 8nm (newton meters).
Image Guide
QR1 users:
After being properly tightened, the clamp should look like the image below:
You can find a video walkthrough on how to do this here.
Tighten the screws on your steering wheel:
Inspect the screws located in and around the connection pins of the steering wheel to make sure all of the screws are hand-tightened.
What You'll Need For this
- 3mm Hex (Allen) Key
- 2mm Hex (Allen) Key for center screw
Do I need a torque wrench?
While a torque wrench can be useful for ensuring that the Base Side is properly tightened, it's not a necessary tool to have.
For those who do happen to have a torque wrench, we recommend tightening the screw to 8nm (newton meters).