Tire Inflator Aerosol - Lotus ELISE 2007 Owner's Handbook Manual

Other tire markings are self explanatory.
Tire Inflator Aerosol (if fitted)
In order fully to exploit the benefits of light weight,
and to maximise stowage space, the Elise/Exige has no
provision for spare wheel carriage or lifting jack. A tem-
porary puncture repair facility is provided in the form of
a tire inflator aerosol which is mounted in spring clips at
the extreme right hand front corner of the rear luggage
compartment. If possible avoid driving on a deflated tire,
or irreparable damage to the tire may be caused.
When the aerosol is connected to the tire valve, and
the button pressed, a mixture of liquid latex and propel-
lant is injected into the tire, such that the solidifying latex
is forced into the puncture site at the same time as the
tire is inflated, effecting a temporary repair and enabling
the car to be driven at low speed to the nearest tire repair
facility.
WARNING:
• Use of the aerosol does not constitute a permanent
repair, but is designed to allow the car to be driven
to the nearest tire repair facility. At the earliest op-
portunity, the tire should be either professionally
repaired or replaced dependent on the severity of
the damage.
• Until the tire is repaired or replaced, the car should
be driven in a moderate manner, not exceeding 30
mph (45 km/h).
• Do not use the aerosol for large holes or repairs,
or when the tire sidewall has been damaged, or if
the tire has been displaced from the rim.
• For safety reasons, the aerosol should at all times
be carried only in the designated secure stowage
position. Never carry loose in the passenger com-
partment.
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