Switches & Instruments - Driver's Information; Ignition Switch/Steering Lock - Lotus Evora Service Notes

Lotus Service Notes
MR.5 - SWITCHES & INSTRUMENTS - DRIVER'S INFORMATION

Ignition Switch/Steering Lock

The switch/lock is located on the right
hand side of the steering column. With the
key out of the switch, the steering column is
locked, and the following electrical circuits will
function:
- Locking and alarm system.
- Horns.
- Hazard warning lamps.
- Sidelamps and headlamps.
- Fuel filler flap release.
- Interior lamps.
- Automatic operation of cooling fans and
re-circ. pump.
- Glovebox latch.
- Boot auxiliary power socket.
0 With the key inserted into the switch at position '0', the audio system and glovebox lamp are functional.
l To unlock the steering, turn the key clockwise to the 'l' position. If the key is reluctant to turn, wriggle the
steering wheel to ease the load on the steering lock. At this 'accessories' position, the following electrical
circuits will function in addition to those above:
- Power windows.
- Windscreen wiper and washer.
- Interior fan.
- Door mirror adjustment and fold.
- Cabin auxiliary power socket.
ll Turn further clockwise to the 'ignition' position to activate all remaining electrical systems (note that some
circuits require the engine to be running).
lll
Turning further clockwise to 'III' against spring pressure will operate the starter motor. As soon as the en-
gine starts, allow the key to return to position 'II'. For the correct starting procedure, see the later chapter
'Starting Procedure & Running In'. To stop the engine, turn the key back to 'I'.
Note that in order not to compromise engine starting, all electrical functions operative at position 'l', will
drop out whilst the engine is being cranked.
0 To remove the key, turn fully counterclockwise to '0' and withdraw. The steering column lock will be acti
vated when the key is withdrawn but may not engage until the steering is turned and the mechanism is
aligned.
NOTICE: DO NOT leave the ignition switched on for long periods without the engine running. Although the
engine ignition system itself draws no current when the engine is stopped, a battery drain will occur through
other circuits even when auxiliary equipment is not being used.
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. Withdrawing 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.
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Key insert/remove;
audio
IGNITION
SWITCH
Section MR
Column unlocked;
accessories
Ignition; services
Engine
cranking
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