Lotus 2005 Elise, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
The California Air Resources Board and Lotus Cars
Limited are pleased to explain the emission control system
warranty on your new, USA specification, Lotus Elise. In
California, new motor cars must be designed, built and
equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards.
Lotus must warrant the emission control system on your
Elise for the periods of time listed below provided there
has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of
your car. Your emission control system may include parts
such as the carburettor or fuel injection system, the igni-
tion system, catalytic convertor, and engine computer.
Also included may be hoses, belts, connectors and other
emission-related assemblies.
Where a warrantable condition exists, Lotus will repair
your car at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and
labour.
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE
- For 3 years or 50,000 miles (whichever first occurs):
1) If your car fails a Smog Check inspection, all necessary
repairs and adjustments will be made by Lotus to ensure that
your car passes the inspection. This is your emission control
system PERFORMANCE WARRANTY.
2) If any emission related part on your car is defec-
tive, the part will be repaired or replaced by Lotus.
This is your short-term emission control system DEFECTS
WARRANTY.
- For 7 years or 70,000 miles (whichever first occurs):
1) If an emission related part listed in this warranty booklet
specially noted with coverage for 7 years or 70,000 miles
is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Lotus.
This is your long term emission control system DEFECTS
WARRANTY.
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