Part Number: A702T0002A
Version: 6
Exige V6 Cup Car
Supplementary Manual
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2.2 Fluids
The fluids used on the Lotus Racing Exige Cup Car remain the same as shown in the Owner’s Handbook.
This vehicle is supplied on running in oil. Under no circumstances should the engine be stressed whilst this oil
is in the system. Please follow the running in procedure laid out in the standard Owner’s Handbook (1,000 miles
of careful driving) to bed in the engine, clutch and gearbox. Once this is complete Lotus Racing recommend that
the oil and filter are changed and that Mobil 1 10w 60 is used on refill.
Also please note that when on track it is recommended that the oil level is kept to a maximum on the dipstick in
order to ensure engine durability.
2.3 Catch Tank
There is an oil catch tank located on the LH rear bulkhead that is connected to the oil breather system. During heavy track
use this may receive a small quantity of oil. There is a drain tap located on the LH sill to enable regular draining of this
tank. It is recommended to drain this after every 2 hours of running. Always check the oil level once the tank has been
drained and top up to the maximum mark as necessary. If excessive quantities of oil start to appear in the catch tank
please contact your local dealer for advice.
2.4 Wheels and Tyres
The wheels used are a cast five Y-spoke wheel that are 17” x 7.5J at the front and 18” x 9.5J at the rear.
The centre wheel caps are removable on these wheels for service reasons. It is recommended that these be removed
whilst on track, to avoid being lost.
THE TYRES THAT ARE SUPPLIED WITH THIS CAR ARE THE PIRELLI CORSA PERFORMANCE ROAD TYRE.
THESE ARE THE ONLY TYRES RECOMMENDED BY LOTUS FOR USE ON THIS VEHICLE. IF YOU CHOOSE TO
DEVIATE FROM THIS YOU DO SO AT YOUR OWN RISK.