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Contents
Complete.Controls.............................................................1
settIng.Up.the.game............................................................ 2
maIn.menU............................................................................ 2
raCe.now.............................................................................. 3
start.Career........................................................................ 3
mUltIplayer.........................................................................4
FIndIng.the.lImIt................................................................. 5
garage.................................................................................. 5
perFormanCe.tIps..............................................................13
teChnICal.sUpport.............................................................15
lImIted.90-day.warranty.................................................16
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InstallIng.the.game
To insTall nasCaR

simRaCing

:
1. Close all open programs and background tasks, including virus scanners (see
Performance Tips on p. 13 for more info).
2. Insert NASCAR SimRacing Disc One into your CD/DVD-ROM drive. The Autorun menu
appears.
note: If the Autorun menu does not automatically appear, left-click the Start
button from the Windows Taskbar and select Run. Type D:\autorun in the Run
dialog box, then click OK (substitute the correct letter of your CD/DVD-ROM drive if
other than D:).
3. Click the INSTALL button on the Autorun menu, then follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the installation.
startIng.the.game
To sTaRT nasCaR simRaCing (wiTh disC alReady in
dRive):
1. Close all open programs and background tasks, including virus scanners (see
Performance Tips on p. 13 for more info).
2. Left-click the Start button from the Windows Taskbar and select All Programs (or
Programs) > EA SPORTS > NASCAR SIMRACING > NASCAR SIMRACING.
Check out EA SPORTS

on the web at www.easports.com.

Complete.Controls
Make your run for the NASCAR championship.
Driving Controls
aCtIon
Accelerate
i
Y Axis (-)
Brake
k
Y Axis (+)
Steer left/right
j/l
X Axis (-)/X Axis (+)
Shift up/down
A/Z
Button 8/Button 7
Clutch
Q Q
Pit Plan up/down
I/K i/k
Pit Plan increase/decrease
L/J l/j
Driver AssistAnCe
Traction Control Override
O
Lap Times

Brake Bias (F)

[
Tires

Brake Bias (R)

]
Pit Plan

Mirror
M
Look left/behind/right (only
available in cockpit, hood,
and nose camera views)
C/V/B
H.U.D.
H
Instant Replay
R
Driver Info
t
Pause
P
Information

Restart Race
W
Standings

Exit To Race Weekend

s
advanCed dRiving ConTRols
note:.Center Track IR, Neutral, Reverse, First, Second, Third, and Fourth gear are not
assigned.
DiffiCulty Controls
aCtIon Keyboard aCtIon Keyboard
Steering Help
v +
Auto Clutch
v +
Braking Help
v +
Auto Shifting
v +
Stability Control
v +
Traction Control
v +
Spin Recovery
v +
Anti-Lock Brakes
v +
Invulnerability
v +
Save Screenshot

l
CAmerA Controls
Toggle Default View
f/y
Toggle Onboard View
h
Broadcast View

Pan up/down (Chase camera only)

Keypad 8/ Keypad 2
Rotate left/right (Chase camera only)
Keypad 4/ Keypad 6
Zoom in/out (Chase camera only)
Keypad 9/ Keypad 7
View Car ahead/behind (Chase camera
only)
Keypad +/ Keypad -
ChAt Controls (multiplAyer moDe rACe CommAnDs only)
Chat
T
Quick Chat #1- #10
1 0
Talk
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settIng.Up.the.game
When you frst begin NASCAR SimRacing, you must frst create a Player Profle, which
stores setting preferences and personal records, along with a racing diffculty level. After a
Player Profle is created, the My NASCAR screen appears.
my nasCaR

From the Showroom select a racing series and choose a driver. You can also view your
resume, which consists of career achievements, and track records. After selecting a driver
and racing series, select DONE to proceed to the Main menu.
maIn.menU.
testIng
Testing sessions are ideal for learning to drive in the active Series. During testing, you can
improve your driving skills and car setups without worrying about any other cars on the
track.
seleCT TRaCk/RaCe
Select the track, race, and rules for your upcoming testing session.
RaCe weekend/gaRage
Compare your lap times to those of other drivers, review track conditions, use the garage
to tweak your car, or select settings to change your controls. For more garage details, see
Garage on p. 5.
note: Click DRIVE (located at the bottom of the screen) to head out to the track. While
on the track, press s to return to the Race Weekend menu.
InsIde.yoUr.raCe.Car
TaChomeTeR
The tachometer measures engine revolutions per minute (RPM). Use the tachometer to
calculate your speed and the time to shift gears.
oil PRessuRe
If you are driving the car very hard for long periods of time, the engine may develop a
problem. If the oil pressure drops signifcantly, you may be in danger of blowing your engine.
oil TemPeRaTuRe
If the oil temperature rises signifcantly, you may be in danger of blowing your engine.
waTeR TemPeRaTuRe
Under normal circumstances, the water temperature should be approximately 220 degrees.
If the water temperature rises signifcantly, you should consider removing grille tape during
your next pit stop so that the engine can cool.
Fuel PRessuRe
Fuel pressure should hold steady between seven and nine PSI. When you begin to run low
on gas, the fuel pressure drops. When you are very low on gas, fuel pressure drops sharply.
dRaFT gauge
The draft gauge measures the amount of draft you are picking up from the car in front
of you. More draft equals better fuel effciency and higher speeds, but could cause your
engine to run hot.
raCe.now
Get behind the wheel and take on the competition in a single race on any track.
start.Career
Begin a NASCAR career in any series as you compete for multiple seasons. You can race
exclusively as a driver, or choose to drive and manage your team. As team manager, you
must sign sponsors, complete research, and development projects to improve your car,
manage team merchandise, and more.
RaCe sCReen

Oil pressure
Tachometer
Oil
temperature
hud view
Fuel gauge
Draft gauge
Tachometer
Oil
temperature
Water
temperature
Rear view mirror
Water
temperature
Fuel gauge
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sTaTus iCons
During a race, icons may appear on the left side of the screen to indicate changes in the
status of your car or conditions on the track.
iCon DesCription
You have been penalized and must pit
You are under cautionreduce speed and line up behind the pace car
You are cleared to race
Allow the driver behind to pass
The leader has started the final lap of the race
You have been disqualified (or have a serious mechanical problem) and must
return to the pits or stop safely
The leader has finished the race
Youre running low on fuel
Pit lane is open
Pit lane is closed
You have been given a drive-through penalty and must drive through pit lane at
or below the pit lane speed limit
Stay behind another driver (the car you must stay behind is indicated by a line
connecting it to this icon)
You must move to the end of the longest line of cars
mUltIplayer
Compete directly against other players anywhere in the world via an Internet (Online) or
LAN connection.
TO ACCESS ONLINE FEATURES FEATURES, YOU MUST REGISTER THIS GAME WITH THE ENCLOSED SINGLE USER REGISTRATION
CODE. ONLY ONE USER MAY REGISTER THIS GAME.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED TO ACCESS ONLINE FEATURES. INTERNET CONNECTION REQUIRED. TERMS & CONDITIONS AND
FEATURE UPDATES CAN BE FOUND AT www.easports.com. YOU MUST BE 13+ TO REGISTER ONLINE.
EA MAY RETIRE ONLINE FEATURES AT THE EARLIER OF 30 DAYS NOTICE POSTED ON www.easports.com OR 3O DAYS AFTER THE
LAST DAY OF THE 2005 NASCAR SEASON.

logging on
In order to use the online multiplayer options, you must frst have a registered account at
EA.com, along with a valid user name and password. Your user name and password must
be provided and authenticated prior to joining the online community.
note: If you are already a member of the EA SPORTS

online service, you may log in

with your existing account information. To create a new EA account, log in at
www.easports.com, click CREATE AN ACCOUNT and follow the on-screen instructions.
After successfully logging on, you will automatically join the default community where you
may meet other players and plan online races.
The LAN multiplayer mode allows you to join races hosted on your local area network.
The LAN multiplayer mode is really intended for groups of players that are located in the
same area and already know each other. The LAN multiplayer mode does not support
communities.
FIndIng.the.lImIt
The RaCing gRoove
The tire grooves mark the commonly used racing lines. Try to drive around the track using
the existing grooves, and gradually establish your own line that works best for your driving
style.
PiTsToPs
Review your Pit Plan by pressing , and then enter pit lane at or below the posted speed
limit. Before stopping in your designated pit box, select/change the level of service by
using the Pit Plan options. Practice entering and exiting the pit lane to best prepare for
actual races.
garage
Optimize the setup of your car to suit your driving style and the unique characteristics of
each track. Every adjustment you make is an exercise in compromise; each change you
make always impacts some other aspect of the cars performance.
seTuPs
In the Setups screen, load, save, delete, and organize your setups for each of the tracks in
the game.
BasiC seTuP
The Basic Garage screen introduces you to the basic principles of developing car setups
before you progress to the advanced screens.
SPEED Establish a balance between speed and grip.
HANDLING Set understeer or oversteer handling characteristics.
RESPONSE Adjust soft or stiff chassis characteristics.
advanCed gaRage
Experiment with car setups at an engineering level. Change one setting at a time, and drive
many laps to establish whether the change is an improvement.
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advanCed seTuP #1
gRille TaPe
ACtion effeCt on BAlAnCe other effeCts
Increase Slightly increased
oversteer.
Decreased engine cooling.
Increased straight-line speed.
Decrease Slightly increased
understeer.
Increased engine cooling.
Decreased straight-line speed.
leFT FendeR FlaRe
Increase Increased oversteer. Decreased straight-line speed.
Increased load, temperature and wear of
front left tire.
Decrease Increased understeer. Increased straight-line speed.
Decreased load, temperature and wear
of front left tire.
RighT FendeR FlaRe
Increase Increases oversteer. Decreased straight-line speed.
Increased load, temperature and wear of
front right tire.
Decrease Increases understeer. Increased straight-line speed.
Decreased load, temperature and wear
of front right tire.
1sT - 4Th & ReveRse geaR
Lengthen
Gear Ratio
N/A Increased potential maximum speed.
Decreased acceleration.
Shorten Gear
Ratio
N/A Decreased potential maximum speed.
Increased acceleration.
diFFeRenTial RaTio
Lengthen
Gear Ratio
N/A Increased potential maximum speed.
Decreased acceleration.
Shorten Gear
Ratio
N/A Decreased potential maximum speed.
Increased acceleration.
sTeeRing loCk
Increase N/A Increased turning circle.
Decrease N/A Decreased turning circle.
BRake Bias
Adjust to
Front
Increased understeer while
braking.
Front wheels may lock more often
while braking, which increases braking
distance.
Adjust to
Rear
Increased oversteer while
braking.
Rear wheels may lock more often
while braking, which increases braking
distance.
BRake PRessuRe
Increase N/A Increased braking power.
Wheels may lock more easily during
braking.
Decrease N/A Decreased braking power.
Wheels may lock less easily during
braking.
wedge
Increase Increased understeer. Increased load, temperature and wear of
front right and rear left tires.
Decrease Increased oversteer. Increased load, temperature and wear of
front left and rear right tires.
nose weighT
Adjust to
Front
Increased oversteer at low
speeds.
Increased understeer at
high speeds.
Increased load, temperature and wear of
front tires.
Adjust to
Rear
Increased understeer at low
speeds.
Increased oversteer at high
speeds.
Increased load, temperature and wear of
rear tires.
leFT weighT
Adjust to Left N/A Increased bias to turn left.
Decreased bias to turn right.
Adjust to
Right
N/A Increased bias to turn right.
Decreased bias to turn left.
TiRes
Fit Dry Tires N/A Decreased grip in wet conditions.
Increased grip in dry conditions.
Fit Rain Tires N/A Increased grip in wet conditions.
Decreased grip in dry conditions.
Increased tire wear in dry conditions.
Fuel
Increase N/A Increased weight.
Decreased general performance.
Decrease N/A Decreased weight.
Increased general performance.
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sPoileR
ACtion effeCt on BAlAnCe other effeCts
Increase Increased understeer. Increased rear grip in corners.
Increased load, temperature, and wear
of rear tires.
Reduced straight-line speed.
Decrease Increased oversteer. Decreased rear grip in corners.
Decreased load, temperature, and wear
of rear tires.
Increased straight-line speed.
advanCed seTuP #2
TiRe PRessuRe
Increase
Front
Increased understeer. Decreased grip in corners.
Increased temperature in the middle of
the front tires.
Potentially increased wear of front tires
due to excess pressure.
Increase
Rear
Increased oversteer. Decreased grip in corners.
Increased temperature in the middle of
the rear tires.
Potentially increased wear of rear tires
due to excess pressure.
Increase
Front & Rear
N/A Decreased grip in corners.
Increased temperature in the middle of
all tires.
Potentially increased wear of all tires due
to excess pressure.
Decrease
Front
Increased oversteer. Increased grip in corners.
Decreased temperature in the middle of
the front tires.
Potentially increased wear of front tires
due to insufficient pressure.
Decrease
Rear
Increased understeer. Increased grip in corners.
Decreased temperature in the middle of
the rear tires.
Potentially increased wear of rear tires
due to insufficient pressure.
Decrease
Front & Rear
N/A Increased grip in corners.
Decreases temperature in the middle of
the tires. Potentially increased wear of all
tires due to insufficient pressure.
BumP
Increase
Front (Stiffen)
Increased understeer in
bumpy corners.
Increased load, temperature, and wear
of tire.
Increase
Rear (Stiffen)
Increased oversteer in
bumpy corners.
Decreased grip on bumpy surfaces.
Increased load, temperature, and wear
of tire.
Increase
Front & Rear
(Stiffen)
N/A Decreased grip on bumpy surfaces.
Increased load, temperature, and wear
of tires.
Less predictable handling.
Decrease
Front (Soften)
Increased oversteer in
bumpy corners.
Decreased load, temperature, and wear
of tire.
Decrease
Rear (Soften)
Increased understeer in
bumpy corners.
Increased grip on bumpy surfaces.
Decreased load, temperature, and wear
of tire.
Decrease
Front & Rear
(Soften)
N/A Increased grip on bumpy surfaces.
Decreased load, temperature, and wear
of tires.
ReBound
Increase
Front (Stiffen)
Increased understeer
during entry/exit to corners.
Increased load, temperature, and wear
of tire.
Increase
Rear (Stiffen)
Increased oversteer during
entry/exit to corners.
Increased load, temperature, and wear
of tire.
Increase
Front & Rear
(Stiffen)
N/A Increased load, temperature, and wear
of tires.
More responsive handling.
Decrease
Front (Soften)
Increased oversteer during
entry/exit to corners.
Decreased load, temperature, and wear
of tire.
Decrease
Rear (Soften)
Increased understeer
during entry/exit to corners.
Decreased load, temperature, and wear
of tire.
Decrease
Front & Rear
(Soften)
N/A Decreased load, temperature, and wear
of tires.
Less responsive handling.
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sPRing
ACtion effeCt on BAlAnCe other effeCts
Increase
Front (Stiffen)
Increased understeer in
corners.
Decreased grip in corners and bumpy
surfaces.
Increased front tire wear.
More responsive handling.
Increase
Rear (Stiffen)
Increased oversteer in
corners.
Decreased grip in corners and on bumpy
surfaces.
Increased rear tire wear.
More responsive handling.
Increase
Front & Rear
(Stiffen)
N/A Decreased grip in corners and on bumpy
surfaces.
Increased front & rear tire wear.
More responsive handling.
Decrease
Front (Soften)
Increased oversteer in
corners.
Increased grip in corners and on bumpy
surfaces.
Decreased front tire wear.
Less responsive handling.
Decrease
Rear (Soften)
Increased understeer in
corners.
Increased grip in corners and on bumpy
surfaces.
Decreased rear tire wear.
Less responsive handling.
Decrease
Front & Rear
(Soften)
Increased grip in corners. Increased grip in corners and on bumpy
surfaces.
Decreased front & rear tire wear.
Less responsive handling.
TRaCk BaR
Increase Left
Side
Increased understeer
during acceleration.
Increased oversteer during
braking.
Increased load, temperature and wear to
the rear left tire.
Increase
Right Side
Increased oversteer during
acceleration.
Increased understeer
during braking.
Increased load, temperature and wear to
the rear right tire.
Decrease
Left Side
Increased oversteer during
acceleration.
Increased understeer
during braking.
Decreased load, temperature and wear
to the rear left tire.
Increase
Right Side
Increased understeer
during acceleration.
Increased oversteer during
braking.
Decreased load, temperature and wear
to the rear right tire.
CamBeR
Increase
Front Left
(Positive)
N/A Increased bias to turn left.
Increased load and temperature on the
outside of the front left tire.
Potentially increased wear of front left
tire due to excessive positive camber.
Increase
Front Left
(Negative)
N/A Increased bias to turn right.
Increased load and temperature on the
inside of the front left tire.
Potentially increased wear of front left
tire due to excessive negative camber.
Increase
Front Right
(Positive)
N/A Increased bias to turn right.
Increased load and temperature on the
outside of the front right tire.
Potentially increased wear of front right
tire due to excessive positive camber.
Increase
Front Right
(Negative)
N/A Increased bias to turn left.
Increased load and temperature on the
inside of the front right tire.
Potentially increased wear of front right
tire due to excessive negative camber.
Increase
Rear Left
(Positive)
N/A Increased stability when turning left.
Increased load and temperature on the
outside of the rear left tire.
Potentially increased wear of rear left tire
due to excessive positive camber.
Increase
Rear Left
(Negative)
N/A Increased stability when turning right.
Increased load and temperature on the
inside of the rear left tire.
Potentially increased wear of rear left tire
due to excessive negative camber.
Increase
Rear Right
(Positive)
N/A Increased stability when turning right.
Increased load and temperature on the
outside of the rear right tire.
Potentially increased wear of rear right
tire due to excessive positive camber.
Increase
Rear Right
(Negative)
N/A Increased stability when turning left.
Increased load and temperature on the
inside of the rear right tire.
Potentially increased wear of rear right
tire due to excessive negative camber.
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CasTeR
ACtion effeCt on BAlAnCe other effeCts
Increase N/A Decreased turning circle
Increased load, temperature and wear of
tire wear.
Decrease N/A Increased turning circle
Increased load, temperature and wear of
tire wear.
Ride heighT
Increase
Front
Increased understeer in fast
corners.
Car may bottom out less often.
Decreased grip in corners.
Increase
Rear
Increased oversteer in fast
corners.
Car may bottom out less often.
Decreased grip in corners.
Increase
Front & Rear
N/A Car may bottom out less often.
Decreased grip in corners.
Decrease
Front
Increased oversteer in fast
corners.
Car may bottom out, especially on
bumps.
Increased grip in corners.
Decrease
Rear
Increased understeer in fast
corners.
Car may bottom out, especially on
bumps.
Increased grip in corners.
Decrease
Front & Rear
N/A Car may bottom out, especially on
bumps.
Increased grip in corners.
sway BaR
Increase
Front
Increases understeer. Increased load, temperature and wear on
the outside of the front tires.
Increase
Rear
Increases oversteer. Increased load, temperature and wear on
the outside of the rear tires.
Increase
Front & Rear
N/A More responsive handling.
Decrease
Front
Increases oversteer. Decreased load, temperature and wear
on the outside of the front tires.
Decrease
Rear
Increases understeer. Decreased load, temperature and wear
on the outside of the rear tires.
Decrease
Front & Rear
N/A Less responsive handling.
Toe in/ouT
Increase
Front
(Positive)
N/A Improved turn in.
Increased load, temperature and wear to
front tires.
Decreased straight-line speed.
Increase
Rear (Positive)
N/A Improved stability.
Increased load, temperature and wear to
rear tires.
Decreased straight-line speed.
Increase
Front & Rear
(Positive)
N/A Improved stability.
Increase
Front
(Negative)
N/A Decreased turn in.
Increased load, temperature and wear to
front tires.
Decreased straight-line speed.
Increase
Rear
(Negative)
N/A Decreased stability.
Increased load, temperature and wear to
rear tires.
Decreased straight-line speed.
Increase
Front & Rear
(Negative)
N/A Decreased stability.
note:.Use Telemetry to analyze laps and changes you make to the car in
comprehensive detail as a real race driver would.
perFormanCe.tIps
system.reqUIrements
It is essential that your PC meets the Minimum Requirements as detailed on the games
packaging. If you are experiencing poor performance, check to make sure your system
hardware supports the requirements.
baCKgroUnd.tasKs
In some cases programs that are running on your system can monopolize resources that
the game needs in order to install, load, and run properly. Not all of these programs are
immediately visible. There are a number of programs, called background tasks, that are
always running on your system.
Important.note: While shutting down background tasks will optimize your
system for running NASCAR SimRacing, these background tasks features will be
unavailable once shut down. Be sure to re-enable background tasks after playing
NASCAR SimRacing by restarting your computer.
If your system is running anti-virus or crash guard programs you will need to close or
disable them to run NASCAR SimRacing. To do this, fnd the icon for the program on
the Windows Taskbar and then right-click the icon and select close, disable, or the
relevant option. Please note that these programs will be reactivated the next time you
restart your computer.
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PeRFoRmanCe TiPs (ConT.)
Once anti-virus and crash guard programs have been disabled, you should end all
unnecessary general background tasks.
To view and Close BaCkgRound Tasks (windows XP):
1. Hold down v and a and then tap m. The Windows Task Manager
appears.
2. Click the Processes tab. This tab displays a list of all background tasks running on your
system.
3. Click the User Name column heading. This sorts all the processes together by user
name.
4. Select an item with a user name, but DO NOT select one from the SYSTEM, LOCAL
SERVICE, or NETWORK SERVICE groups. Also, DO NOT select the explorer.exe or
taskmgr.exe items.
5. Click END PROCESS. You may receive a warning message, if so click YES. The selected
item disappears from the list.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until only explorer.exe and taskmgr.exe remain in the user name
group.
To view and Close BaCkgRound Tasks (windows
me oR 98):
1. Hold down v and a and then tap m. The Close Program window
appears. This window displays a list of all background tasks running on your system.
2. Select an item, but DO NOT select the Explorer or Systray items.
3. Click END TASK. The Close Program window closes and the task is ended.
4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 until only Explorer and Systray remain.
VIdeo.and.soUnd.drIVers
An outdated video or sound driver can lead to slow and choppy gameplay, or in some cases
can prevent the game from running at all. To ensure an enjoyable experience with NASCAR
SimRacing, be sure that you have the most recent video and sound drivers installed. These
drivers are typically available for download from your system or hardware manufacturers
website. If you are not sure what type of video or sound card you have, or you dont know
how to update the drivers on your system, please refer to the documentation that came
with your system or peripheral.
Internet.perFormanCe.IssUes
To avoid poor performance during Internet play, be sure that you close any fle sharing,
streaming audio, or chat programs prior to entering gameplay. These applications can
monopolize your connections bandwidth, causing lag or other undesirable effects.
NASCAR SimRacing uses the following UDP port(s) for Internet play:
UDP Ports: 2244422643
Please consult your router or personal frewall documentation for information on how to
allow game related traffc on these ports. If you are attempting to play on a corporate
Internet connection, contact your network administrator.
teChnICal.sUpport
If you have trouble with NASCAR SimRacing, EA Technical Support can help. The
EA Help fle provides solutions and answers to the most common diffculties and questions
about how to properly use this product. It also allows you to send a detailed report of your
problem directly to EA Technical Support via e-mail.
To aCCess The ea helP File:
1...Click TECHNICAL SUPPORT in the game folder of your Start menu. EA Help opens.
note: If NASCAR SimRacing is not installed, EA Help can be accessed directly off
NASCAR SimRacing Disc 1. With Disc 1in the drive, left-click the Start button from
the Windows Taskbar and select Run. Type D:\Support\EA Help\Electronic_Arts_
Technical_Support.htm in the Run dialog box, then click OK (substitute the correct
letter of your CD/DVD-ROM drive if other than D:).
If you are still experiencing diffculty after utilizing the information in the EA Help fle, you
can also use it to contact EA Technical Support. EAsy Info is a utility that detects your
systems hardware and organizes this information into a detailed report. This report helps
EA Technical Support solve your problem in the quickest possible time.
To aCCess The easy inFo File:
1. Click EAsy INFO in the game folder of your Start menu (if NASCAR SimRacing is not
installed, insert Disc 1). The Autorun menu appears (if the Autorun does not appear,
see Installing the Game on the inside front cover).
2. Click TECH SUPPORT on the Autorun menu. EAsy Info opens.
ea TeChniCal suPPoRT on The inTeRneT
If you have Internet access, be sure to check our EA Technical Support website at:
techsupport.ea.com
Here you will fnd a wealth of information on DirectX, game controllers, modems, and
networks, as well as information on regular system maintenance and performance. Our
website contains up-to-date information on the most common diffculties, game-specifc
help, and frequently asked questions (FAQs). This is the same information our support
technicians use to troubleshoot your performance issues. We keep the support website
updated on a daily basis, so please check here frst for no-wait solutions.
If you are unable to fnd the information you need on our website, please feel free to
contact EA Technical Support via e-mail, phone, or letter. Please be sure to include the EA
Help utility report in your e-mail or letter.
If you need to talk to someone immediately, call us at (650) 628-1001. Please have the EA
Help utility report printed and ready when you call. This will help us service your call in the
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Livonia, Michigan. Roush Racings and Kurt Buschs name and/or likeness used by authority of Roush Racing, Livonia, Michigan. Unless
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reserved. The name, signature and likeness of Dale Earnhardt, Jr., the stylized #8, likeness of the #8 racecar and the Dale Earnhardt, Inc.
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Jeff Gordon and the likeness of the #24 DuPont Chevrolet is used under license granted by JG Motorsports, Inc. 2004 J.G. Motorsports,
Inc. Jeff Gordon name, likeness and signature and likeness of the J.G. Motorsports Inc. # 24 DuPont / Pepsi Monte Carlo are used under
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likeness used under license by Petty Marketing Company, LLC. The General Mills trademarks used under license. The Stylized 29, the
likeness of the Number 29 Race Car and the RCR Checkered Flag Logo are Trademarks of Richard Childress Racing Enterprises, LLC, and
are used under license from Richard Childress Racing Enterprises, LLC. The name, likeness and signature of Kevin Harvick are trademarks
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2004 J.G. Motorsports, Inc. The name and likeness of Jimmie Johnson and the likeness of the #48 Lowes Chevrolet are used under license
granted by J.G. Motorsports, Inc. Penske-Jasper Racing Company trademarks, including the #77 and the likeness of the racecar, and
Brendan Gaughans name and/or likeness are granted by license from Penske-Jasper Racing Company. KODAK, EASY SHARE, OFOTO and
Trade Dress are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company used under license. JASPER marks are registered trademarks of Jasper Engine
and Transmission Exchange, Inc. Evernham Motorsports, LLC. The stylized E with checkered flag and 9 are registered trademarks
and service marks of Evernham Motorsports, LLC, used under license. Kasey Kahne

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Kahne Enterprises licensed by Evernham Motorsports, LLC. Dodge is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler Corporation. The yellow/
black color scheme is a trademark for DEWALT Power Tools and Accessories. The DEWALT trademarks, Roush Racing and Matt Kenseths
name and / or likeness used by authority of Roush Racing, Livonia, MI. Bobby Labonte , #18 and Interstate Batteries licensed
under authority of Joe Gibbs Racing, Huntersville, NC. TM, Kellogg Canada Inc. in/dans Canada. TM Kellogg Company Inc. elsewhere/
partout ailleurs/en otros paises. 2004 Kellogg Company. Used under license/utilize sous license/bajo licencia. 2004 Americas Dairy
Farmers and Milk Processors. got milk? is a registered trademark of the California Milk Processor Board. #5 design, Hendrick
Motorsports. Used under license/utilize sous license/bajo licencia 2004 Hendrick Motorsports GMAC is a registered service mark of
General Motors Acceptance Corporation, used under license by Hendrick Motorsports 2004 Hendrick Motorsports 2004 Sterling Marlin,
Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates. All rights reserved. Roush Racings and Mark Martins name and/or likeness used by authority
of Roush Racing, Livonia, MI. Pfizer and the blue diamond tablet shape are registered trademarks of Pfizer Inc. Used under license.
Evernham Motorsports, LLC. The stylized E with checkered flag and 19 are registered trademarks and service marks of Evernham
Motorsports, LLC, used under license. Jeremy Mayfield likeness and signature are registered trademarks of Mayfield Motorsports
licensed by Evernham Motorsports, LLC. Dodge is a registered trademark of DaimlerChrysler Corporation. 2004 Jamie McMurray,
Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates. All rights reserved. Trademarks with permission of Chevron Texaco. 2004 Casey Mears, Chip
Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates. Target, The Bullseye Design and Target are registered trademarks of Target Brands, Inc. Used under
license. All rights reserved. Joe Nemechek Name and Likeness Licensed by 2004 MB2 Motorsports, LLC / IAM-JFN, Inc. Permission to
use these insignia, marks or logos in no way implies endorsement of products, services, events or organizations by the Department of the
Army or any other component of the Department of Defense. 2004 U.S. ARMY. 2004 USG Corporation. USG and SHEETROCK Brand,
names and marks licensed by The Specialized Marketing Group, Inc., Deerfield, Illinois. Penske Racing South, Inc. trademarks, including
the #12 and the likeness of the racecar, and Ryan Newmans name and/or likeness are granted by license from Penske Racing South, Inc.
ALLTEL marks are registered trademarks of ALLTEL Corp. ExxonMobil marks are registered trademarks of ExxonMobil Corp. SONY marks
are registered trademarks of SONY Corporation. Kyle Petty name and/or likeness used under license by Petty Marketing Company, LLC.
The Georgia-Pacific trademarks are used under license. The Valvoline trademarks, and Scott Riggs name and/or likeness are used
by authority of MBV Motorsports, LLC, Concord, NC. 2004 MBV Motorsports/Scott Riggs Enterprises, Inc. Eagle One The registered
trademark of Ashland, Inc., Eagle One Industries, Inc. A division of Ashland, Inc. 2004 MBV Motorsports/Scott Riggs Enterprises, Inc. The
Ford Motorcraft trademarks, Wood Brothers Racing and Ricky Rudds name and/or likeness used by authority of Roush Racing, Livonia,
MI. TM/ M&MS, the letter and the M&MS Characters are registered trademarks of Mars, Inc. Mars, Incorporated 2004. Elliott Sadler
and Robert Yates Racing are used under license. Tony Stewart, #20, and The Home Depot licensed under authority of Joe
Gibbs Racing, Huntersville, NC.
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