Lotus Evora, Service Notes

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Lotus Service Notes Section GJ
GJ.7 - PUNCTURED TYRE EMERGENCY INFLATOR (If fitted)
In order fully to exploit the benefits of
light weight, and to maximise stowage space,
the Evora has no provision for spare wheel
carriage or lifting jack. A temporary puncture
sealing facility is provided in the form of an
emergency tyre inflator aerosol mounted in a
spring clip at the extreme right hand side of
the boot. If possible, avoid driving on a de-
flated tyre, or irreparable damage to the tyre
structure may be caused.
When the aerosol is connected to the
tyre valve, and the button pressed, a mixture
of liquid latex and propellant is injected into the
tyre, such that the solidifying latex is forced into
the puncture site at the same time as the tyre
is inflated, effecting a temporary repair and
enabling the car to be driven at low speed to
the nearest tyre depot.
WARNING:
- Use of the aerosol does not constitute a permanent repair, but is designed to allow the car to be
driven to the nearest tyre depot. At the earliest opportunity, the tyre should be professionally
repaired or replaced dependent on the severity of the damage.
- Until the tyre is repaired or replaced, the car should be driven only in a moderate manner, not
exceeding 30 mph (45 km/h).
- Do not use the aerosol for large holes or repairs, or when the tyre sidewall has been damaged, or
if the tyre has been displaced from the rim.
- For safety reasons, the aerosol should be carried at all times in the designated stowage position.
Never carry in the passenger compartment.
As soon as a puncture is suspected, the car should be stopped at the first safe opportunity. Continued
driving on a deflated tyre will cause irreparable damage to the tyre.
Directions for use of the aerosol: Before using, carefully read all the instructions on the canister, or on any
literature accompanying the product. The following instructions apply to the use of Holts Tyreweld:
1. Remove the object causing the puncture, and position the wheel with the puncture site lowermost. Deflate
tyre fully.
2. Shake the can vigorously. In cold conditions, warm the can using the car's heater outlets, or by body
warmth.
3. Screw the aerosol tube onto the tyre valve, remove the cap, hold the can upright and press the button until
the tyre is firmly inflated.
4. Immediately drive for 6 - 12 miles (10 - 20 km) (or to the tyre depot if nearer) in a moderate manner and not
exceeding 30 mph (45 km/h), to allow the sealant to spread. Then check and adjust the tyre pressure.
5. Have the tyre professionally repaired or replaced at the earliest opportunity, and until such time, limit
speed to 30 mph (45 km/h) with a moderate driving manner. Note that some tyre repairers may make an
additional charge for cleaning the sealant off the tyre before repair, and that any subsequent repairs may
not be guaranteed. Be aware that the electronic pressure sensor mounted inside the tyre and integral
with the tyre valve, could be obstructed by the sealant, and should be renewed.
6. Renew the puncture repair aerosol.
TYRE EMERGENCY
INFLATOR AEROSOL
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