Lotus EMIRA 2022, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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Brake/Clutch Fluid Level Check
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If the brake fluid level becomes
low a warning symbol and
message will be displayed in the
driver’s display screen.
If the symbol illuminates whilst driving,
stop the vehicle immediately as a
dangerously low level of brake fluid
in the master cylinder reservoir has
been detected. The vehicle should
not be driven until the fault has been
identified and rectified.
Your Lotus Retailer will check the
brake fluid level as well as change the
brake fluid at the regularly scheduled
maintenance intervals.
To check the fluid level yourself, ensure
the vehicle is parked on level ground.
1. Open the front access panel, see
page 189.
2. Remove the 5 quarter turn fixings
securing the brake fluid reservoir
panel (located on the driver’s side of
the vehicle) and remove the panel.
3. Without removing the reservoir
cap, check that the fluid level is in
between the ‘MAX’ and ‘MIN’ marks
on the reservoir body.
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NOTE: The brake fluid level will
drop gradually from the ‘MAX’ mark
as the brake pads wear, but if the
level drops below the ‘MIN’ mark,
then contact your Lotus Retailer to
investigate without delay.
WARNING: If you notice increased
movement of the brake pedal or
a significant loss of brake fluid,
then contact your Lotus Retailer
immediately. Driving under
these conditions could result in
increased stopping distances or
complete brake failure.
Topping Up
These instructions are provided for
reference only and under normal
circumstances, there is no requirement
for routine ‘topping up’.
1. Clean around it to prevent dirt in-
gress into the reservoir.
2. Unscrew the reservoir cap counter-
clockwise.
3. Top up the reservoir brake fluid level
to the ‘MAX’ mark using a suitable
brake fluid, see page 236, do not
overfill.
4. Screw the reservoir cap clockwise
onto the reservoir until secure.
WARNING: Use only new brake
fluid from a sealed container. Do
not use any fluid which has been
exposed to the atmosphere for
more than a brief period, or any
fluid suspected of being wet, dirty
or contaminated. Do not overfill.
Replace the cap securely.
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