Vehicle Storage; Storing Your Vehicle - Lotus Evora 400 2018 Owner's Handbook Manual

Storing Your Vehicle

If you intend to store the car for a prolonged
period, consult your Lotus dealer who will
be pleased to advise you.
We recommend that the car is stored inside
a secure garage. The following guidelines
are provided for your information:
- Ensure the engine oil and filter, coolant
and brake fluid have all recently been
renewed. The air conditioning system
should be in good working order and
fully charged.
- Thoroughly clean the inside and
outside of the car, including the engine
compartment. If necessary, use a
'jet' washer to remove dirt and salt
deposits from the underside, but do
not use around bearings, hydraulic
components or painted surfaces. Allow
to dry completely.
- Chock the road wheels, leave off the
parking brake and engage first gear.
- Increase the tire pressures to 4 bar (60
psi), and stick a reminder note on the
windscreen. If possible, move the car
slightly every month to help avoid flat
spots on the tires.
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- Either leave the battery in the car
and connect a battery management
(conditioner) type of charger, or remove
the battery and trickle charge every two
months, see pages 106 - 109 for further
information. Note that with the battery
disconnected or removed, the alarm
system is de-activated.
- Unless the garage is equipped with a
de-humidifier, the use of drying agents
(Silica-Gel) is recommended in cars with
leather upholstery and in conditions of
high humidity.
- The use of unapproved car covers may
have a detrimental effect on the car's
paint finish and such damage will not be
covered by the New Vehicle Warranty.
- In general, your Lotus will be kept in best
operating condition by regular use and
routine maintenance.

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