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Lotus Service Notes

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Fuel Level Display

An indication of the level of fuel in the tank is displayed, with ignition on, in the form of a vertical bar graph

in the instrument panel left hand screen. The solid bar within the outline, represents the proportion of fuel

remaining in the tank.

When only 5 litres remains, an amber tell tale in the instrument panel will light. Refuel at the next op-

portunity.

The total usable fuel capacity is 60 litres (13 imp.gal), but for re-fuelling purposes, from the time the low

fuel tell tale is triggered, approximately 50 litres can be accommodated. Note that from the point of low fuel tell

tale activation to the gauge reading empty, is around 5 litres. The remaining balance of 5 litres should be treated

only as an emergency contingent, the use of which may entail intermittent fuel starvation and potential engine

damage. In such a situation, driving style should be modified to minimise engine load and cornering forces.

If maximum engine or handling performance is to be exploited, or severe gradients tackled, a high fuel

level should be maintained to ensure the greatest safety margin of fuel supply.

NOTICE: Do not allow the tank to run completely dry, as this could damage the catalytic converters and fuel

pump. Any such consequence would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.

Ambient Air Temperature Display

The outside air temperature is shown on the instrument panel left hand screen whenever the ignition is

switched on, with units displayed in degrees Centigrade or Fahrenheit dependent on market. The sensor is

mounted by a grommet into the RH side of the engine radiator air intake duct.

If the temperature drops to 4°C (39°F) or below, the display will flash for ten seconds, accompanied by a

single audible chime to alert the driver to potentially hazardous road conditions. Note that optimum accuracy

will be obtained when the car is moving.

To change the displayed units between Centrigrade and Fahrenheit, see ‘Information Switch’ below.

Time Clock

A digital 24-hour time clock is displayed in the instrument panel left hand screen whenever the ignition

key is inserted.

To adjust the clock, see ‘Information Switch’ below:

Information Switch

A button is mounted on the end of the left hand column stalk, and has different functionality with ignition

on and off. With the ignition key inserted, but ignition OFF, the button operates as follows:

Time clock adjustment

Press the info. button for more than one second, until the hour display flashes.

Press momentarily the info. button to advance the figure by one hour and repeat as necessary. Alternatively,

a rapid double press will automatically scroll the display; press again to stop the scrolling at the desired

figure.

Press the info. button for more than one second until the seconds display flashes. Repeat the above

adjustment procedure.

Press the info. button for more than one second to enter the next mode:

Ambient temperature

Time clock

Fuel

Selective level

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Ambient temperature units

Current temperature display units will now be displayed. To change from °C to °F, or vice-versa, press

momentarily the info. button.

To retain the displayed units, press the info. button for more than one second to enter the next mode:

Tyre pressure units (if TPMS is fitted)

Current tyre pressure units will now be displayed. To change from bar to psi, or vice-versa, press mon-

entarily the info. button.

To retain the displayed units, press the info. button for more than one second to exit the adjustment

mode.

With the ignition ON, the info. button operates the trip functions as follows:

Trip Recorder

The instrument panel left hand screen allows a menu of trip functions to be displayed, selected by the ‘info’

switch on the end of the steering column left hand stalk. When the ignition is turned ON, the panel will display

the trip distance since the last reset, in either miles or kilometres, dependent on market.

A single momentary press of the info. button will scroll to the next function in the following sequence:

Trip distance.

Range; Driving distance available on current fuel level, based on average fuel consumption since reset.

Average fuel consumption; In mpg or km/l dependent on market. This display will be blank for the first 5

minutes of driving time since reset, to allow data to stabilise.

Road speed; Displayed digitally in alternative units (mph or km/h) to those of the analogue instrument.

Trip distance.

The Trip Distance, Range, and Average Fuel Consumption can all be reset, by selecting that function and

then pressing the info. switch for more than one second until the display zeroes.

Coolant Temperature Display

An indication of the engine coolant temperature is displayed, with ignition on, in the form of a vertical bar

graph in the instrument panel right hand screen. To optimise display space, the shown scale commences at

60°C (140°F), and finishes at 120°C (250°F).

The running temperature will fluctuate a certain amount as the operating conditions change, and during

periods of idling or in heavy traffic, the temperature may rise to over 100°C (212°F), with the cooling fans switch-

ing on at half speed at approximately 98°C (208°F), and full speed at approximately 103°C (217°F). In order

to prompt closer monitoring by the driver of temperatures over 110°C (230°F), the temperature icon will flash

and be accompanied by the message ‘Engine too hot’ displayed above the car silhouette.

The pressurised cooling system has a boiling point of over 120°C (250°F), and if the temperature ap-

proaches this level, the car should be stopped and the engine allowed to idle for a few minutes whilst the

temperature is monitored. If the temperature continues to rise, there is a danger of engine damage; switch off

and seek qualified assistance.

NOTICE: After a heavy snowfall, ensure that the radiator cooling outlet grille in the front body is cleared of

snow before driving the car, or overheating may result.

Door open indication

Engine

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Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

On cars so equipped, a sensor incorporated into each of the tyre valves, monitors the air pressure inside

the tyre, and supplies an onboard control module with this data by radio transmission. As soon as the car has

been driven a short distance, tyre pressure readings will be displayed against the corresponding wheels on

the vehicle silhouette in the instrument cluster right hand screen. If any pressure should fall below 75% of the

recommended value, an alert message is sent to the instrument panel, causing the tyre pressure tell tale

to light up amber, and the corresponding pressure on the silhouette to flash.

If this warning should occur, stop the car as soon as it is safe so to do, and examine the affected tyre. If

there is no visible damage and a tyre pump is available, correct the pressure to that stated in the Technical

Data section of this handbook, and proceed with caution to a tyre dealer for professional inspection and advice.

Note that the tell tale will automatically be extinguished when the correct pressure is restored. If the tyre is

punctured, or no inflation equipment is available, consider using the emergency tyre inflator aerosol (see page

128), but observe the associated

WARNINGS and be aware that the TPMS sensor in the tyre will be disabled

by the sealing fluid, and must subsequently be renewed.

The TPMS incorporates self-malfunction recognition, and if a fault is detected, the low tyre pressure tell

tale will flash for one minute and then remain constantly lit, this sequence being repeated for subsequent ignition

cycles;

the system may not be able to detect or signal low tyre pressure. See your dealer without delay.

Be sure to advise any tyre fitters or service technicians that TPMS is fitted, and that any replacement tyre

valves include the correct pressure sensors. If a fault is indicated after wheel or tyre replacement, it is likely

that a sensor has been incorrectly fitted or damaged. If a tyre valve is renewed, or is moved to a different wheel

position, the TPMS will automatically identify the new configuration.

Note that the pressure sensors are powered by integral batteries, with an average service life of 10 years.

It is recommended to renew all pressure sensors at this time interval.

Door/Tailgate Open Display

The instrument cluster right hand screen includes a plan view silhouette of the car, which will graphically

show when either door is open, or indicate an open tailgate by flashing the corresponding area. This situation

will endure until the panel is fully latched.

Lighting Switches

Lighting functions are controlled by a vertical row of three push button switches mounted in the fascia

outboard of the steering column. Each switch is pressed once to switch on, and pressed a second time to

switch off. Each switch button incorporates a function symbol which is backlit red with the sidelamps and igni-

tion switched on, and which lights up brightly when the circuit is active.

Sidelamp Switch

The topmost outboard switch functions with or without the ignition, and switches on the sidelamps and

some switch illumination. To help locate the switch in the dark, when the ignition is on, the button symbol will

be backlit red, changing to brightly lit green when the circuit is activated.

Note that the headlamps must be off before the sidelamps can be switched off.

Headlamp Switch

The second switch down functions with or without ignition, and switches on the headlamps together with

the sidelamps and some switch illumination. The switch button symbol is backlit red with the sidelamps on,

and lights up green to indicate when the circuit is active. The steering column lever switch (see later) is used

to select main or dip beam.

A second momentary press will switch off the headlamps, but leave on the sidelamps. To switch off both

the side and headlamps, hold the switch pressed for more than one second.

Homesafe

The Homesafe feature keeps the headlamps lit for a 30 second period after locking/arming the alarm, in

order to light the departure route. To activate Homesafe;

leave the headlamps switched on;

withdraw the ignition key;

use the transmitter to lock/arm the alarm.

The master lighting switch will flash during the 30 second period to indicate that Homesafe is operating.

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‘Lights On’ Warning

If the lights are on when the ignition is switched off, a ‘lights on’ audible warning will sound when the

driver’s door is opened.

Rear Fog Lamp Switch (where fitted)

The lowermost outboard switch controls the single rear fog lamp, which will operate only when both the

ignition and the headlamps are active. The switch button symbol is backlit red with the sidelamps on, and lights

up amber to indicate when the circuit is active

Note that the switch will default to 'off' whenever the headlamps or ignition are switched off, such that the

switch must again be pressed when fog lamp operation is required.

In some territories, rear fog lamps may be used legally only in conditions of ‘seriously reduced visibility’.

Be aware that indiscriminate or forgetful use of the rear fog lamp can cause distraction and discomfort to fol-

lowing traffic.

Reversing Lamp, Parking Aids and Reversing Camera

With the ignition switched on, selection of reverse gear will cause:

The reversing lamp to light.

If fitted, the parking aid system will sound an audible acknowledgement, and then search for objects at

bumper height within the detection zone of about 1.5 m (5 ft) around the rear of the car. When within this

range, an intermittent beeping will be heard, which increases in frequency as the distance is reduced,

becoming a continuous tone at around 300 mm (1 ft). Be aware that the sensitivity of the system will vary

according to the size, position and material/density of an object.

If fitted, the reversing camera will switch on and display an image on the audio set screen, if and when

the set is manually switched on. Note that in order to cover the whole width of the car, the view will be

distorted from a conventional image.

Take time to familiarise yourself with the image displayed, the parking aid beeping frequency, and the

actual distance being detected before fully utilising these systems.

Hazard Warning Lamps Switch

The hazard warning switch button is located inboard of the audio set, and is backlit red when the sidela-

mps are switched on. The switch is enabled at all times, and when pressed, causes simultaneous flashing of

all the exterior turn lamps. In addition, the switch button graphic will flash, and an accompanying audible tone

will sound. Press the button a second time to switch off.

Instrument and Switch Illumination

The fascia mounted push button switches are backlit red whenever the sidelamps and ignition are switched

on. The sidelamps switch itself is backlit with the ignition on. Most switches will light up brightly when that

circuit is activated. The brightness of both the backlighting and active states is dimmed with the sidelights on,

in order to prevent distraction in the dark. Similarly, the red displays in the instrument panel side screens are

dimmed when the vehicle lights are on.

The speedometer and tachometer illumination is provided by white LEDs, with the pointers coloured red.

The lighting level of these instruments and that of the heating/ventilation control panel, may be adjusted by a

switch button inboard of the steering column:

To set the nightime level, switch on the sidelamps and press and hold the panel illumination button; the

brightness will progressively increase. Release the button at the required level.

The next press of the button will progressively decrease the brightness. Release at the required level.

To set the daytime level, repeat the above procedure with the sidelamps switched off.

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