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VEHICLE CARE
Battery
Battery Access
The battery is located at the left-hand
side of the rear luggage compartment.
To access the battery, open the
tailgate, (see page 48), then release
the thumb screws on the battery cover
and remove.
WARNING: Batteries contain
sulphuric acid avoid contact with
skin, eyes, mouth or clothing. If
in contact with skin or eyes; flush
with large amounts of water,
remove contaminated clothing and
seek immediate medical attention.
WARNING: Observe all warning
notes on the battery.
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WARNING: If ingested; seek
immediate medical attention. Do
not induce vomiting or give fluids
to drink.
WARNING: Batteries produce
explosive gases. Keep sparks,
flames and cigarettes away.
Ventilate when charging or using
in enclosed space. Always shield
eyes when working near batteries.
Battery Replacement
It is recommended that the battery
is replaced by an authorised Lotus
Retailer, but if a battery replacement is
not being carried out by an authorised
Lotus Retailer then ensure to:
– Replace it with a battery with the
same size, cold starting capacity and
type as the original battery, refer to
the 'Technical Data' section of this
handbook for further information.
– Switch off all electrical loads and
remove the keyfob from the vehicle
cabin.
– Wait for at least 30 MINUTES after
switching off the ignition to allow
the engine management system
to adjust the setting of some
components ready for restarting.
– Disconnect the black negative -
battery cable first and reconnect last.
Battery Disposal
Vehicle batteries must not be disposed
of with the normal household waste.
They must only be disposed of at
recycling centres or electrical
specialists that are authorised to
accept batteries for recycling.
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