The Enstone outfit has suffered from inconsistent form this year, with a strong race in Las Vegas – where Ocon finished fourth – followed by a disappointing weekend at the Yas Marina track that saw both cars outside the points.
Ocon says that going straight into a test at a venue where the team struggled will help the team learn some lessons, with reserve driver Jack Doohan also providing input in the rookie car.
Although the testing is overseen by Pirelli the fact that regular 2023 tyres are being used as they are being carried into next season will give teams useful extra data.
"If it was a weekend like Las Vegas, it would not be worth very much for us, because we were competitive,” Ocon said after the Abu Dhabi race. “But on a track where we struggled that much, there is a lot for us to understand.
“If we can pick up something before next year, why that was, then it's going to be a good thing. So that's why the test is going to be super important.
“I'm already thinking about it, already thinking about that five o'clock time where it's going to be almost dark, and try to figure out something."
Ocon stressed that the team has to use the opportunity to understand its rollercoaster form.
Source: Autosport