Lotus 2005 Elise, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Auxiliary Drive Belt
A single, multi-rib type auxiliary belt is used to transmit drive
from the crankshaft to the alternator, water pump, and (if fitted)
air conditioning compressor. The belt is automatically tensioned,
and requires no periodic maintenance other than a visual check
of its condition. If the belt exhibits any evidence of physical dam-
age, cracking, fraying, perishing, abrasion or contamination, it
should be renewed. In the case of contamination, the cause
must be identified and rectified, and each of the pulleys must
be thoroughly degreased before the new belt is fitted.
It is recommended that auxiliary belt replacement be en-
trusted to your Lotus dealer.
Sparking Plugs
The Elise uses a direct ignition system with an individual
high tension coil mounted atop each of the four spark plugs and
protected by a plastic cover, screw fixed to the engine.
WARNING:
The voltages produced with this ignition system can
cause serious and potentially fatal injury. Never touch
any ignition components when the engine is running or
being cranked.
The spark plugs should be renewed in accordance with the
Maintenance Schedule, with the gaps set to 0.043 in. (1.1 mm).
This operation should be entrusted to your Lotus dealer.
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