Lotus EMIRA 2022, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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RUNNING-IN
Running-In
It is important during the vehicle’s
early life or if any of the components
listed have been replaced to observe
the following running-in instructions.
Engine
– For the first 1000 miles (1500 km),
only use moderate throttle openings
(about half of the available accel-
erator pedal travel) and do not run
the engine continuously at engine
speeds over 4,000 rpm.
– For automatic transmission models,
avoid using kick-down.
– Occasional short bursts at wider
throttle and higher engine speed
will be beneficial, as will a constantly
changing cruising speed and making
full use of the gearbox.
– Do not allow the engine to labour,
change down and let the engine
operate in its natural power band.
– After 1000 miles (1500 km) have
been covered, full throttle and/or
maximum engine speeds may be
used*.
*For track use, refer to page 234.
Brakes
Allow the brakes to bed-in by avoiding
needless heavy braking for the first
100 miles (160 km). Thereafter, the first
time the brakes are used aggressively,
some loss of brake feel may be evident
as the brake pads undergo a final
conditioning phase. After the brakes
have cooled, full brake performance
will be restored.
Tyres
New tyres also require a short ‘running-
in’ period before providing optimum
grip.
Stopping the Engine
If possible, after a high speed or high
load run, allow the engine to idle for a
few minutes before switching off the
engine. This will allow engine/fluid
temperatures to return to normal. This
will benefit the long term durability of
the powertrain.
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NOTE: Failure to comply with the
running-in recommendations
could invalidate the terms of the
vehicle warranty.
Also see ‘Engine Data Recording’ on
page 15.