Introduction - Lotus ELISE 2007 Owner's Handbook Manual

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing a Lotus product. We are sure you
will enjoy being part of the Lotus family. The Elise and Exige
have been designed for the discerning driver, and aim to provide
enjoyable motoring from a lightweight, distinctively styled and
efficient package.
This handbook has been written for the owner/driver and
should be read before using the car, and then stored in the car
for ready reference, remaining with the car throughout any sub-
sequent changes of ownership. The content includes important
safety information to protect you from injury, explanations
and instructions for operating the driving controls, owner main-
tenance requirements, technical specifications, and an explana
tion of the warranty. It is not intended to provide all the technical
information required for servicing, and should any adjustments
or repairs become necessary, owners are urged to contact their
Lotus dealer. It is a requirement of the warranty, and the respon
sibility of the owner/driver, to ensure that servicing of the car is
carried out by competent personnel at the correct intervals.
An alphabetical index is provided at the back of this book to
help you find information about any particular feature or topic.
The information and specifications included in this publica-
tion were correct at the time of approval for printing. Lotus has
a policy of continuous product improvement, and reserves the
right to discontinue or change specification, design or equipment
at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation
whatsoever. You are urged to keep in regular contact with your
Lotus dealer to ensure that you may be kept informed of any
technical developments which may improve the specification,
performance or safety of your car.
This handbook covers all Elise/Exige models for the North
American market, and may include descriptions of equipment
and features which are not fitted on your particular car.
Your Lotus is intended to be used safely, in a manner
appropriate to the driving conditions and whilst obeying
local laws.
WARNING:
Any alteration or misuse of the car, or ignoring the
instructions in this handbook could result in an accident
causing severe or fatal injury.
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