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handling feel and minimum steering wheel shake, it is very
important that the radial and lateral run out of the Tires are to the high standard required by Lotus Cars. If any difficulty is experienced with replacement Tires, refer to
the tire manufacturer.
Tire Characteristics The Yokohama AD07 or A048 Tires fitted to the Elise
are suitable for all normal weather conditions, but are optimised for dry road sports driving. The constructions
of both tire types have been specially tailored for the
Elise and are identified by the letters ‘LTS’ moulded on the tire sidewalls. Ensure that any replacement Tires are similarly marked. The tire characteristics include good
feedback (‘feel’) from the road surface to the steering
wheel, a high level of steering linearity and response, and little performance degradation with the high temperatures
which may be reached in sports use. However, tire performance will decrease at low ambi
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ent temperatures, resulting in reduced levels of grip and
an increased susceptibility to damage from impacts. In
these conditions, especially below 15°F (-10°C), it is recommended to fit a car set of the recommended winter
Tires (see below).
Winter Tires If the car is to be used in ver y cold territories, or
driven on snow covered roads, it is recommended to fit a
car set of winter Tires developed specifically for such
conditions. Lotus approves the use of Pirelli 210 (front)
and 240 (rear) Snowsport winter Tires in sizes specified
in ‘Technical Data’. These Tires should be fitted on regular
Elise wheels.
WARNING:
• Winter Tires are optimised for use on snow covered roads. When used on roads free of snow, winter
Tires will produce different handling characteristics and less grip compared with regular Tires.
• When winter Tires are fitted, a maximum speed of 118 mph (190 km/h) must be observed.
• Pirelli Snowsport Tires are NOT suitable for stud
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ding.
Tire Chains In extreme weather conditions, Lotus approves the fit
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ment of Pewag Neon X3 - NX373 snow chains, used only in conjunction with winter Tires (see above) and fitted only on the rear wheels. Close attention should be paid
to the fitting and tensioning instructions supplied with the chains, and the chains should be removed as soon as
road conditions allow.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the
tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section
width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
The following information relates to the system de
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veloped by the United States National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration, which grades Tires by treadwear, traction and temperature performance (This applies only
to cars sold in the United States). The grades are moulded on the sidewalls of most
passenger car Tires. The Uniform Tire Quality Grading system does not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow
Tires, space-saver or temporary use spare Tires, Tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some limited-production Tires. While the Tires available on Lotus cars may vary with
respect to these grades, they must also conform to federal safety requirements.
Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based
on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half
(1.5) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of Tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in
driving habits, service practices, and differences in road
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characteristics and climates.
Traction - AA, A, B, C: The traction grades, from highest to lowest are: A A, A, B, and C. They represent the tires ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under con
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trolled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked ‘C’ may have poor
traction performance.
WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based
on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does
not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
Temperature - A, B, C: The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when
tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire
life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire fail
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ure. The grade ‘C’ corresponds to a level of performance
which all passenger car Tires must meet under Federal Motor Car Safety Standard No. 109. Grades ‘B’ and ‘A’ represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory
test wheel than the minimum required by law.
WARNING: The temperature grade for this tire is established
for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive load
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ing, either separately or in combination, can cause
heat buildup and possible tire failure.
These grades are moulded onto the sidewalls of pas
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senger car tires. All passenger car tires must conform to Federal safety requirements in addition to these grades.
Tire Placard/Label The tire and loading Information label stuck on the
driver’s door jamb specifies the correct size and pres
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sure of tires to be used on the Elise. It also specifies the total weight the car can carry, called the car capacity
weight. This includes the weight of driver, passenger and luggage. Also to be found on the driver’s door jamb is the Cer
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tification label (‘Manufactured by Lotus Cars Ltd.’) which stipulates the Gross Car Weight Rating (GV WR). The
GVWR includes the weight of the car, occupants, fuel and luggage. Never exceed the GVWR or the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR) for either the front or rear axle. The maximum load which may be carried in the rear luggage compartment is 110 lb (50 kg). Note that the Elise is not designed to tow a trailer, and no such attempt should be
made.
WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR, or front or rear GAWR.
Exceeding these limits may cause unstable handling or car or tire damage which could cause a crash
in which you or others could be seriously injured or killed.
The Elise should never be used to tow a
trailer.
Federal Motor Car Safety Standards require Lotus to in
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clude the following verbatim statement in this handbook:
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit:
1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds”
on your car’s placard.
2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and pas
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senger that will be riding in your car.
3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas
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senger from XXX kilograms, or XXX pounds.
4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the
“XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your car, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 - 750
(5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
Note: Maximum load to be carried in the Elise rear lug-
gage compartment is 110 lb (50 kg).
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5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the car. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.
6) Your Elise should never be used to tow a trailer
In the case of the Elise:
• The combined cargo and luggage load capacity is 551
lb (250 kg).
• The maximum load in the luggage compartment is 110
lb (50 kg).
• The maximum combined weight of the driver and pas
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senger is 441 lb (200 kg).
WARNING: Exceeding any of the above loadings may cause
unstable handling or car or tire damage which could cause a crash in which you or others could be seri
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ously injured or killed.
Tire Markings Designation:Example; Yokohama Advan A048 195/50 R16 84W
Yokohama = manufacturer. Advan A048 = tire model. 195 = nominal section width in mm. 50 = height of tire cross-section expressed as percentage of width. R =
radial construction. 16 = rim diameter in inches. 84 =
load capacity index, indicating the load in kg the tire can carry at the speed corresponding to the speed rating. W
= speed rating indicating the speed (in this case 168 mph) at which the tire can carry the load corresponding to the load capacity index.
Tire Identification Number: On the left hand sidewall as fitted to the car. Commences with DOT (Department of
Transpor tation) followed by a two digit manufacturing plant code, a two digit tire size code, a three digit tire construction code, and a four digit date code for the week
and year of production.
‘LTS’
: Indicates Lotus specific construction.
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standard: Example; Tread-
wear 60 Traction A A Temperature A. See page 120
Other tire markings are self explanatory.
Tire Inflator Aerosol (if fitted) In order fully to exploit the benefits of light weight, and
to maximise stowage space, the Elise has no provision for spare wheel carriage or lifting jack. A temporary puncture
repair facility is provided in the form of a tire inflator aerosol
which is mounted in spring clips at the extreme right hand front corner of the rear luggage compartment. If possible avoid driving on a deflated tire, or irreparable damage to
the tire may be caused. When the aerosol is connected to the tire valve, and the
button pressed, a mixture of liquid latex and propellant is
injected into the tire, such that the solidifying latex is forced
into the puncture site at the same time as the tire is inflated, effecting a temporary repair and enabling the car to be driven at low speed to the nearest tire repair facility.
WARNING:
• Use of the aerosol does not constitute a permanent repair, but is designed to allow the car to be driven
to the nearest tire repair facility. At the earliest op
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portunity, the tire should be either professionally repaired or replaced dependent on the severity of
the damage.
• Until the tire is repaired or replaced, the car should be driven in a moderate manner, not exceeding 30
mph (45 km/h).
• Do not use the aerosol for large holes or repairs, or when the tire sidewall has been damaged, or if the
tire has been displaced from the rim.
• For safety reasons, the aerosol should at all times be carried only in the designated secure stowage
position. Never carry loose in the passenger com
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partment.
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Directions for use of the aerosol: Before using, carefully read all the instructions on the canister, or on any literature
accompanying the product. The following instructions ap
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ply to the use of Holts Tireweld:
1. Remove the object causing the puncture, and position the wheel with the puncture site lowermost. Deflate tire
fully.
2. Shake the can vigorously. In cold conditions, warm the
can using the car's heater outlets, or by body warmth.
3. Screw the aerosol tube onto the tire valve, remove the cap, hold the can upright and press the button until the
tire is firmly inflated.
4. Immediately drive for 6 - 12 miles (10 - 20 km) (or to the tire repair facility if nearer) in a moderate manner and not exceeding 30 mph (45 km/h), to allow the sealant
to spread. Then check and adjust the tire pressure as necessary.
5. Have the tire professionally repaired or replaced at the earliest opportunity, and until such time, limit speed to
30 mph (45 km/h) with a moderate driving manner. Note that some tire repairers may make an additional charge
for cleaning the sealant off the tire before repair, and
that any subsequent repairs may not be guaranteed.
6. Renew the puncture repair aerosol.
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ELECTRICAL
BATTERY
WARNING:
POISON/DANGER - CAUSES SEVERE BURNS KEEP OUT
OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
• Contains sulphuric acid - avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. If in contact with skin or eyes; flush with copious amounts of water. Remove contaminated clothing. Seek
immediate medical attention. If ingested; seek immediate
medical attention. Do not induce vomiting or give fluids
to drink.
• Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away. Ventilate when charging or using in
enclosed space. Always shield eyes when working near
batteries.
RISK OF SHORT CIRCUIT AND FIRE
• Observe all warning notes on the battery.
• Disconnect the battery during all work on the electrical system.
• Do not lay tools or other metal objects on the battery as they could cause a short circuit across the battery
terminals.
Battery Access The ‘maintenance free’ battery is located at the left hand
front of the rear luggage compartment. No routine inspection or topping up of the electrolyte is required, but at inter vals
specified in the Maintenance Schedule, the battery terminals
should be checked for security and condition, and protected
with petroleum jelly. For access to the terminals, first unclip the battery cover
from the floor and ease the cover from around the left hand rear corner of the battery.
Disconnecting the Battery
WARNING: Failure to follow the correct battery disconnection pro
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cedure detailed below could result in serious burns.
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If the battery is to be disconnected, the following precautions
should be taken: i) Ensure that all electrical loads (e.g. lights) are switched off. If
the car is fitted with security coded audio equipment, check
that the code is available for entering after battery reconnec
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tion.
ii) Wait for at least ten seconds after switching off the ig-
nition to allow the engine management system to adjust the
setting of some components ready for re-starting.
iii) Ensure the alarm is disarmed. If the battery is disconnected
when armed, the alarm will be triggered.
iv) Disconnect the
negative (earth; black; ‘-’) battery cable first,
and re-connect last.
WARNING:
If the battery positive terminal is inadvertently earthed
(e.g. when using a spanner) whilst the negative terminal
is still connected, the resultant short circuit with heavy sparking and current flow could cause serious burns.
To remove the battery, pull off the breather pipe (if applicable),
release the single screw securing the clamp bracket at the
base of the battery, and manoeuvre the battery from the base
retaining shoe.
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WARNING:When lifting the battery out of, or into the car, be aware
of the considerable weight and take all appropriate precau
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tions to safeguard personal health. Injury can result from improperly lifting the battery.
Keep the battery upright, and protect from sharp knocks
and shocks.
Reconnecting the Battery
WARNING: Failure to follow the correct battery re- connection pro
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cedure detailed above could result in serious burns.
Refit the battery, with its terminals outboard, by reversing the
above procedure. Remember to push on the breather pipe (if
applicable), and reconnect the battery cables as detailed below.
Refit the battery cover.
i) Check again that all electrical loads are switched off.
ii) Connect the positive battery cable first, followed by the neg
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ative (earth) cable.
iii) After reconnection, a change in the engine performance
characteristics may be noted for a period whilst the computer
controlled engine management system ‘re-learns’ some of its
settings.
iv) If necessary, enter the security code into audio equipment.
Battery Charging Under conditions of normal daily use, it should not be nec
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essary to use external battery charging equipment. In a low usage regime, however, it is important to maintain the charge
state of the battery using a trickle charger, or an automatic bat
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tery management conditioner such as that available through Lotus Dealers. Starting difficulties may be encountered after an
unattended period of 3 weeks. A battery conditioner is able to continuously monitor battery charge state and switch on and off automatically in order to maintain the battery in a fully charged
state without danger of damage through overcharging.
If the battery becomes discharged to the extent that the
car cannot be started, the recommended course of action is
to fit a substitute battery whilst the original battery is trickle
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