Lotus Emira 2022 Quick Start Manual page 50

VEHICLE RECOVERY
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Transporter Recovery
Lotus recommend recovery is carried
out by your Lotus Retailer or a profes-
sional vehicle recovery service using a
suitable flatbed transporter or trailer.
1 Recommended method.
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2 Alternative method with the
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front wheels (non-driving
wheels), rotating on the ground.
3 Never tow a vehicle with the
rear driving wheels rotating
on the ground, as this may
cause serious damage to the
transmission.
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Vehicle Tie-Down
When moving a vehicle by transporter
or trailer, the vehicle should be secured
only by chocking and strapping around
the road wheels.
CAUTION: Attaching restraints
around suspension linkages,
recovery eye or chassis or body
components may cause damage.
Vehicle Towing
Only in an emergency should the
vehicle be towed using the recovery
eye and then only for the shortest
distance necessary.
Before towing ensure to deactivate the
power steering lock and release the
electrical parking brake.
WARNING: Use only towing equip-
ment designed specifically for this
purpose.
CAUTION: Using incorrect towing
equipment may cause damage to
your vehicle.
Towing Automatic Models
Never tow a vehicle with an automatic
transmission for a long period of time
as this may cause serious damage to
the transmission.