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DISPLAYS, WARNINGS AND GAUGES
Lotus Launch Control
Only selectable if Lotus Launch Control
is equipped on the vehicle. This feature
is only available for automatic trans-
mission model vehicles.
Lotus Launch Control can be activated
in either 'Sport' or 'Track' mode. The
most engine torque possible for this
feature is available with the vehicle set
in track mode to produce the fastest
possible acceleration from a standing
start.
WARNING: Under no
circumstances should this feature
be used on public roads.
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Lotus Launch Control Preparation
To perform a Lotus controlled launch,
the following vehicle conditions must
be met:
– Vehicle must be stationary.
– Engine oil, coolant and transmission
fluid are all in the normal operating
temperature range.
– Steering wheel must be in the
straight-ahead position.
– All tyres should be within their
recommended inflation pressures
– There are no system faults present
causing either the MIL (Malfunction
Indicator Light) or stability symbol
lamp illumination, see page 62 for
further information.
– Current vehicle mileage is more than
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500 miles.
NOTE: Even if all other conditions
are met, a Lotus Launch control
cannot be performed until the
vehicle mileage has exceeded 500
miles.
Activating Lotus Launch Control
With the engine at idle speed:
1. Release the parking brake.
2. Select the 'Sport' or 'Track' mode.
3. Depress the brake pedal firmly with
your left foot.
4. With the transmission in automatic
mode, select D – Drive or select
'Manual Mode'.
5. With your left foot remaining on
the brake pedal, fully depress the
accelerator pedal with your right
foot.
6. The engine speed will increase to its
set limit.
A notification message is shown in the
driver's display if not all of the launch
control preparation conditions are met.
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