First Time...

Yes, their main focus seems to be the overflow (at least a pint), the carburetor return spring (double) and the battery tie down.

The seat restraint rules are based on time. I have only a lap belt. There are special rules for convertibles. You might be required to wear a helmet and possibly gloves both of which are available for rent at a nominal charge.

The rules say the vehicle can not leak fluids. The staging lanes however, look like the parking lot of an auto parts store. I think if you do not have an active leak you will be fine.

I worried all about that stuff for our first trip to the track too. What you need is a pretty girl!
I have sent Dany up to have the car tech inspected at 2 tracks, no less than 8 times this summer, and they have never opened the hood yet. We made it 4 times with the trim rings still on and no one noticed!