Michael Schumacher has insisted that he still has faith in the Mercedes team despite a spate of mechanical retirements.
The seven-time world champion has been forced to end four out of the seven grand prix races so far this season early because of faults with his car.
However, the German driver is adamant that his team retain his belief and support.
"I wanted to emphasise once again that Formula 1 cars are prototype vehicles and hundreds of components are made specially for them," he told his official website.
"For me, it's completely understandable that things can go wrong from time to time.
"Of course it was a disappointing outcome in Montreal. But I won't lose my nerve or my faith in the team. I still believe that we will achieve something special together with Mercedes."
Schumacher's contract with Mercedes is due to expire at the end of the current campaign.
