Idle Speed; Engine Break-In - Lotus ELISE 2007 Owner's Handbook Manual

systems to warm up for a few minutes before driving.
iv) If the engine fails to start within 15 seconds, stop cranking
and pause for 10 seconds before a second attempt.
v) If further efforts are unsuccessful, contact your dealer or seek
other expert help.
WARNING:
An unattended car with a running engine is potentially
hazardous. Turn off the engine before leaving the car.
NOTICE: The use of wide throttle openings and/or high rpm
before the engine has reached normal running temperature will
result in premature wear, and should be avoided.

Idle Speed

Engine idle speed is controlled electronically by the engine
management computer, and is normally about 850 rpm. A raised
idle speed is required under certain operating conditions including
the engine warm up phase, when the increased speed helps the
catalytic converter to reach operating temperature, as well as
inhibiting engine stall. Idle speed will return to normal automati
cally when the engine has warmed sufficiently.

Engine Break-In

Although the Elise/Exige powertrain is built to close toler
ances using modern technology, the progressive and sympathetic
breaking-in (or bedding-in) of a new engine and transmission
remains a major factor in attaining efficient operation with
smooth, durable and economic performance to last throughout
the life of the car.
NOTICE: Failure to comply with the following break-in provisions
could invalidate the terms of the car warranty:
It is important during the car's early life to limit the workload
on the engine and thus control the heat generated within it, which
is primarily a function of throttle opening and rpm. However, be-
ing too sympathetic on the car will not allow the piston rings to
bed in satisfactorily, so a balance of spirited and gentle use is
required. For the first 600 miles (1,000 km), use no more than
moderate throttle openings (about half of the available accelera-
tor pedal travel) and do not run the engine continuously at engine
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