Security/Rpm Tell Tale; Instruments; Speedometer; Tachometer - Lotus ELISE 2007 Owner's Handbook Manual

NOTICE: Continuing to drive the car with a flashing MIL may
cause overheat damage to the catalytic converter, possible en
gine damage, increased emissions, and impaired fuel economy
and driveability.
In order to comply with emissions regulations, data regarding
activation of the MIL is recorded in the engine electronic control-
ler, and may be downloaded by Lotus dealers.

Security/RPM Tell Tale

The security tell tale is located at the top of the tachometer
display, and indicates the status of the immobiliser and alarm.
• Tell tale out; engine is mobilised, and the alarm is off.
• Tell tale flashing; engine is immobilised, or alarm is armed
and engine immobilised.
For full details of the vehicle security system, refer to the
earlier section 'Security Alarm'.
Note that the tell tale also functions as a high engine speed
(rpm) warning - see 'Tachometer'.
NOTICE: The car is not fitted with a low tire pressure tell tale.
You should check the tire condition and pressure regularly. See
section in the handbook on tires which specifies tire care and
pressures.

INSTRUMENTS

Speedometer

This instrument displays road speed in MPH, with a second-
ary scale in km/h.

Tachometer

The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions
per minute. The engine management system limits the
maximum continuous engine speed to 8000 rpm once
normal running temperature has been reached. Very short bursts
up to 8500 rpm are allowed during maximum acceleration through
the lower gears.
A 6000 rpm limit is imposed on a cold engine in order to
reduce possible damage from a harsh driving style.
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