Lotus 2005 Elise, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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WARNING:
•
Do not push or tow the car unless the key is first used
to unlock the column and is then left in the lock. With-
drawing the key will cause the steering to lock.
•
Never remove the key from the ignition switch or turn off
the ignition while the car is moving. Withdrawing the key
will cause the steering to lock and may cause an accident
resulting in serious injury or death.
•
To reduce the risk of theft, or danger to a child remaining
in the car, always remove the key when leaving a parked
car.
Engine Start Button
An engine start button is located at the left hand end of the
dashboard, alongside the lighting switches, and is backlit when
the ignition is turned on.
The button is operative only with the ignition on, and engages
the engine starter motor for as long as the button is pressed.
Release the button to stop engine cranking.
For the correct engine starting procedure, refer to later sec-
tion ‘Starting Procedure’.
NOTICE: Pressing the start button when the engine is running
may damage the starter mecha
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