Brake Fluid Reservoir - Lotus ELISE 2007 Owner's Handbook Manual

BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR CAP

Brake Fluid Reservoir

Under normal circumstances, there is no requirement for
routine 'topping up' of the brake master cylinder reservoir. A
visual safety check is all that is required.
Every week, check the level of fluid in the brake fluid reservoir
located in the driver's side of the front services compartment,
beneath the access panel: Without disturbing the filler cap, check
that the level lies between the 'MAX' and 'MIN' marks moulded
on the translucent reservoir body. As the brake pads wear, the
level will drop gradually from the 'MAX' mark towards the 'MIN',
but if the level drops rapidly over a short period, have your Lotus
dealer investigate without delay. If the level is found to be below
the 'MIN' mark, it is likely there has been some fluid loss, and that
air will have entered the hydraulic system. The car should not be
driven until the fault has been investigated and rectified. Note
that a single reservoir is used to supply both of the independent
hydraulic circuits for the front and rear brakes, and also serves
the hydraulic clutch release circuit.
If any fluid is to be added, first clean the surrounding area to
guard against dirt ingress before unscrewing the reservoir cap.
NOTICE: Spilled brake fluid can seriously damage the car's
paintwork and some plastic compoments, for example, the side
marker lamps. Take suitable precautions to protect the paintwork
from contamination, and in case of spillage, rinse the affected
area with water immediately: DO NOT WIPE.
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