"He loved motorsport and it was his passion to see Toyota succeed so I hope we can achieve something fitting this weekend," he added. Toyota, still without a win since their Formula One debut, are fifth in the championship.

The Germany-based team said they would paint a black band around the cockpit of their cars and in the garages, with a book of condolences in the motorhome.

McLaren boss Ron Dennis also paid tribute to Andersson, who retired as team boss in 2003 but remained active as a consultant.

"The entire motorsport world mourns the passing of one of its most passionate and loyal supporters -- a man who was always a true gentleman off the track and a fierce competitor on it," Dennis said in a message of condolence.

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