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Page 1 OWNER’S HANDBOOK...
Page 3 EMIRA V6...
Page 4 INTRODUCTION...
Page 5: Introduction Welcome To The Lotus Family
Your new Lotus is built in the true tradition of Lotus sports cars; high performance with precision handling. This is a serious driver’s car that consistently delivers dynamic and uncompromising performance, just as you would expect from a road car developed on the racetrack.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Steering Wheel Switches ......27 Side Airbags and Child Seats ......44 Welcome to the Lotus Family ......5 Centre Console Controls .......28 Inflatable Curtains ..........45 Door Control Panel .........29 Safety Mode ............45 HANDBOOK INFORMATION Lotus Cars Website ..........13 SAFETY KEYS, LOCKS &...
Page 7 Android Auto .............88 Arming the Alarm ..........61 Lotus Launch Control ........76 My Music.............88 Disarming the Alarm ........61 Lotus Launch Control Preparation .... 76 Phone ..............89 Lotus Vehicle Tracker ........62 Access Recent Calls ........89 Switching off a Triggered Alarm ....62 Access Favourite Contacts......89...
Page 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS Automatic Deactivation .........97 Modifications ..........123 Editing a Profile ..........143 Decreasing Cruising Speed ......97 High Temperature ......... 123 Change of Ownership ........144 Manual Deactivation ........97 Windscreen or Bumper Damage ....123 Voice Assistant (If Available) ..... 144 Resuming Adaptive Cruise Control ...98 Cleaning and Maintenance .......
Page 9 TABLE OF CONTENTS Courtesy Lighting..........154 Rear Cabin Net ..........165 Centre Display ..........180 Ground Lighting ..........154 Power Sockets ..........166 Presets Bar ............180 Brightness Adjustment ........154 12 Volt Power Socket ........166 Navigation Bar ..........181 USB Ports............166 Fan Speed ............182 Heated Seat Temperature ......
Page 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS Temporary to Permanent Mode ....195 FUEL FILLING AND FUEL Front Access Panel ........224 Deactivating Manual Selection ....195 Fuel Filler Flap ..........209 Unlocking/Opening ........224 Braking System ..........196 Fuel Filling ............209 Closing/Locking ........... 224 Footbrake ............
Page 11 TABLE OF CONTENTS Vehicle Loading Weights ......239 Vehicle Tie-Down .......... 268 Dimensions ............277 Weight Loading Combinations ....239 Weights .............278 Vehicle Towing ..........268 Tire Inflator Kit ..........241 Towing a Trailer ..........268 Tires ..............279 Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...244 Exterior Cleaning .........
Page 12: Handbook Information
HANDBOOK INFORMATION...
Page 13: Lotus Cars Website
Select vehicle model and model year to driving the vehicle for the first time. viewed from the Emira mobile app and download the manual as required. on the Lotus Cars website. A quick The content includes important safety start guide has been supplied with Customer Assistance information to protect you from injury, the vehicle.
Page 14: Warnings And Notices
You should keep in regular contact alert symbol, indicates a risk of with your Lotus Retailer to ensure death or serious injury for the – All occupants must wear seat belts. that you are kept informed of any driver, other vehicle occupants, –...
Page 15: Repairs And Modifications
– Check all windows, mirrors, camera messages in this handbook. only modifications approved by lenses and lights are clear and Lotus are undertaken. DO NOT allow unobstructed and all lights are WARNING: Do not become servicing, repairs or modifications to be correctly working.
Page 16: Keep Your Car In Safe Condition
HANDBOOK INFORMATION Keep Your Car in Safe Condition Engine Exhaust Fumes California Proposition 65 Warning Having a tire blowout or a mechanical Engine exhaust fumes can kill. They WARNING: failure can be extremely hazardous. contain the gas carbon monoxide (CO), –...
Page 17 HANDBOOK INFORMATION California Proposition 65 Warning Precautions Against Fire Risk – DO NOT touch or approach any part – If the engine malfunctions in any of a hot exhaust system. Severe WARNING: To minimize exposure, way, which may be indicated by a burns could result.
Page 18: Copyright Information
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such contained in this handbook have been in which crashes and injuries occur. marks by Lotus Cars is under licence. reformatted to make them suitable for Other trademarks and trade names are publication.
Page 19: Engine Data Recording
This data may be downloaded by Lotus should immediately inform the Retailers on demand in order to assist National Highway Traffic Safety with fault diagnosis and identify any Administration (NHTSA) in addition vehicle misuse.
Page 20: Vehicle Identification
The V.I.N. (Vehicle Identification Number) is located in 5 separate areas of the vehicle. You may be asked for your V.I.N. when ordering spare parts or when contacting Lotus Cars. Windscreen Body Attached to the dashboard, viewed Printed label on the driver side door from outside of the vehicle at the right- pillar.
Page 21: Vehicle Overview
VEHICLE OVERVIEW...
Page 22 VEHICLE OVERVIEW Exterior...
Page 23 VEHICLE OVERVIEW Exterior Page Fuel filler flap Tires Wheels Door handle Door glass Door mirrors Windscreen wiper blades Exterior lamps - front Recovery mounting point Front radar (if fitted) Front access panel Parking sensors - front (fitted both to left and right sides) Parking sensors - rear (fitted both to left and right sides) License plate lamps Reverse/rear fog lamp...
Page 24: Cabin Driving Area
VEHICLE OVERVIEW Cabin Driving Area...
Page 25 VEHICLE OVERVIEW Cabin Driving Area Page Glove box Air vents Centre display Overhead console/rearview mirror (including USB port) 26/161/167 Windscreen wipers/washer Right-hand keypad Driver display Horn Left-hand keypad Exterior lighting/Trip A reset 148/150 Display illumination adjustment Tailgate release Door control panel Seat controls Electric parking brake Steering column adjuster...
Page 26: Overhead Console
VEHICLE OVERVIEW Overhead Console Page Emergency (SOS) assistance call button* Interior lighting buttons Microphone Passenger airbag status indicator Seat belt status indicator * If equipped.
Page 27: Steering Wheel Switches
VEHICLE OVERVIEW Steering Wheel Switches Centre Pad Horn page 171 Driver airbag page 39 Left Hand Keypad Switches Right Hand Keypad Switches Left/right scroll Page 91 Volume increase Page 79 Resume/increase vehicle speed Page 92 Menu options Page 79 Voice commands Page 86 Up/down scroll Page 79...
Page 28: Centre Console Controls
VEHICLE OVERVIEW Centre Console Controls Page Drive mode selection switch Air temperature and A/C switch Hazard warning lights Manual gear shift lever Volume/play/pause button Auto climate and fan switch Engine start/stop button Automatic Transmission Selector Lever Automatic gear selector P - Park button...
Page 29: Door Control Panel
VEHICLE OVERVIEW Door Control Panel Page Door lock button Door unlock button Door mirror adjustment buttons/toggle Power door window switches Seat memory switches (if fitted)
Page 30: Safety
SAFETY...
Page 31: Seatbelts
SAFETY Seatbelts Wearing a Seat Belt WARNING: It is essential to replace Before driving, ensure that the driver WARNING: Heavy braking may the entire seat belt assembly and and passenger always wear seat belts result in serious personal injury if check the seat belt anchorage and wear them properly.
Page 32: Fitting During Pregnancy
SAFETY 3. Pull on the belt to check for correct Releasing Fitting During Pregnancy latching and ensure that the belt fits firmly against the body with all the slack taken up by the reel. The belt should be worn low across the front of the pelvis (not over the abdomen) and across the chest and shoulder.
Page 33: Door/Seat Belt Reminder
SAFETY between abdomen and steering wheel, Door/Seat Belt Reminder If the graphic and information or but ensuring that the foot pedals and The reminder alerts unbelted warning symbol is displayed, stop the steering wheel can still be easily occupants to wear a seatbelt. vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and operated whilst driving.
Page 34: Overhead Console
SAFETY Occupant Classification Sensor Never allow a child to sit on the knee of The passenger seat is fitted with an the passenger. OCS (Occupant Classification Sensor). This is designed to disable (will not Child Restraints inflate) the passenger’s side front The only child restraint system that airbag under certain conditions, such can be used on the passenger seat is...
Page 35: Child Seat Installation
SAFETY Child Seat Installation NOTE: When using child safety equipment, it is important to read the installation instructions included and fit the equipment properly. In the event of questions when fitting child safety equipment, contact the manufacturer for further information. NOTE: Never leave a child seat Warning labels for the passenger loose in the vehicle.
Page 36: Upper Tether Anchorage Point
SAFETY Suitable Child Seats Only universal child seats are suitable for the Emira. ‘Universal’ means the seat is approved for installation in all cars, although you should check that the child seat you select fits well in the passenger seat of your Emira using the 3-point seat belt and top tether (if applicable).
Page 37: Automatic Locking Retractor
With the belt now in locking mode, or serious injury in the event of it may be retracted but it cannot be an accident. Lotus accepts no extended again until it has been fully responsibility for death or injury retracted into reel.
Page 38: Airbag Safety System
- even with airbags fitted. Lotus Retailer. Ignoring the lamp could result in the airbags or belt pretensioners not operating when The main components of an airbag needed.
Page 39: Driver And Passenger Airbags
SAFETY The airbags deflate rapidly during the WARNING: The path of an inflating collision to minimise any obstruction to airbag must be kept clear. If an the occupants and reduce any danger object is placed between a person of suffocation. During deflation it is and an airbag, the airbag might normal for smoke to escape from the not inflate properly, or it might...
Page 40: Occupant Classification Sensor
SAFETY The occupant classification sensor WARNING: A front facing system is fitted within the passenger passenger (child or adult) must seat and seatbelt and is designed to never sit on the passenger seat if detect a properly seated occupant, the passenger airbag is disabled. classifying the passenger types into one of 2 groups: Group 1 - Passenger airbag disabled...
Page 41: Occupant Classification Sensor System
SAFETY Passengers outside of these weight WARNING: Do not drive the groups, or under 4 feet 5 inches tall, vehicle with a group 1 type may not be recognized correctly by the passenger (see page 40), if the occupant classification sensor system upper console and driver displays and should not be transported in the show that the passenger airbag...
Page 42: Fault
you that an important function is activated or that a contact a Lynk & Co Center for inspection. L L o o w w e e n n g g i i n n e e o o i i l l p p r r e e s s s s u u r r e e : This indicator warns of low driving, there may be a fault in the Anti-lock braking serious fault has occurred that may affect the vehicle's B B r r a a k k e e f f a a u u l l t t : The warning indicator illuminates if there is...
Page 43 Lotus Retailer as system to enable the airbag, which direct result of the correct use of soon as possible.
Page 44: Side Airbags
SAFETY WARNING: Occupant classification WARNING: Never drive with your system is sensitive to the arm or head out of the window as presence of water on the seat. this will place your arm, head and It has been tested to work neck in the path of the side airbag correctly with a small amount deployment area.
Page 45: Inflatable Curtains
SAFETY During airbag deflation it is normal for Safety Mode smoke to escape from the airbag. Safety mode is activated if one or more of the safety systems such as the airbags or seat belt pre-tensioners WARNING: Do not overload the have deployed.
Page 46 WARNING: If the vehicle is in safety mode it must not be driven or towed. It must be transported on a flatbed recovery truck to a Lotus Retailer for inspection/repairs.
Page 47: Keys, Locks & Alarm Keys
KEYS, LOCKS & ALARM...
Page 48: Keyfob Storage
If a keyfob or key blade are lost, any warranty. – Arm/disarm the others should also be taken to a Lotus vehicle alarm Retailer so that the code of the lost Keyfob Reminder system, see page...
Page 49: Keyfob Buttons
KEYS, LOCKS & ALARM Keyfob Range Pressing the button for 1.5 Normal operation range is up to 21 - 2 seconds approximately, yards (20 metres) from the vehicle, but will unlatch the tailgate and this may be reduced by: unlock and fuel filler flap. –...
Page 50: External Locking/Unlocking Confirmation
KEYS, LOCKS & ALARM Locking Ensure that both doors, tailgate and fuel filler flap are closed then press the button on the keyfob. – Both doors are locked. – The interior lamps (if illuminated) will fade off. External Locking/Unlocking – After 10 seconds the fuel filler flap Lock and Alarm Indicator Confirmation will lock.
Page 51: Unlocking
KEYS, LOCKS & ALARM Unlocking CAUTION: Do not leave the keyfob Press the button on the in the luggage compartment when keyfob. closing the tailgate, if the rest of the vehicle is locked and armed, as closing the tailgate will then completely lock the vehicle.
Page 52: Automatic Locking
KEYS, LOCKS & ALARM Automatic Locking Interior Door Locking/Unlocking Drive-Away Locking When the vehicle reaches a certain This selectable option will lock the speed, the doors and tailgate will lock doors automatically when the vehicle automatically see page 63 for setting speed exceeds 3 mph.
Page 53: Unlocking - Door Release Handle
KEYS, LOCKS & ALARM Tailgate Opening Using Keyfob CAUTION: Do not leave the keyfob A press (1.5 - 2 seconds in the luggage compartment when approximately) of the closing the tailgate if the rest of button on the keyfob will the vehicle is locked and armed as unlatch the tailgate and closing the tailgate will then...
Page 54: Tailgate Opening Using Switch
KEYS, LOCKS & ALARM Closing the Tailgate Tailgate Opening Using Switch Lifting the Tailgate Press and hold the switch located With the tailgate unlatched, lift it fully Pull down the tailgate and press firmly over the centre section of the spoiler on the outboard side of the steering upwards, the struts will assist with ensuring complete engagement of the...
Page 55: Luggage Weight
KEYS, LOCKS & ALARM Luggage Weight For all models the maximum weight of goods which may be carried in the rear luggage compartment is 110 lb (50 kg). WARNING: Exceeding these limits can overload the tires and affect the handling of the vehicle and result in an accident.
Page 56: Keyfob Removed From Vehicle
KEYS, LOCKS & ALARM Keyfob Removed from Vehicle Keyfob Battery A warning symbol and notification The usable life of the battery will vary message are shown in the driver depending on how often the vehicle/ display screen if the keyfob is removed keyfob is used.
Page 57 KEYS, LOCKS & ALARM CAUTION: Avoid touching the WARNING: Check that the battery electrical contact surfaces on new is fitted correctly. If the keyfob will batteries with your fingers as this not be used for a long time period, may impair its function or reduce is remove the battery to avoid usable life.
Page 58: Emergency Key Blade
KEYS, LOCKS & ALARM Emergency Key Blade WARNING: Check the keyfob for Pull the key blade out of the The keyfob contains a detachable key any damage before use. If damage keyfob casing. blade which can be used in the event is discovered, such as if the of a keyfob or vehicle electrical failure battery cover cannot be...
Page 59: Deactivating The Vehicle Alarm
KEYS, LOCKS & ALARM Using the Emergency Key Blade Remove the key blade from the lock and release the handle so that it is resting against the door. – Pull the handle and the door will open. – Once inside the cabin, the right-hand side door can be opened using the interior release handle.
Page 60: Alarm
KEYS, LOCKS & ALARM Alarm Immobiliser When armed, the alarm is triggered if: The immobiliser system prevents an – A door or the tailgate is opened. unauthorised person from starting the vehicle. The vehicle can only be started – Movement is detected in the cabin (if with the correct keyfob.
Page 61: Movement And Tilt Sensors
If displayed contact an authorised – The lock and alarm indicator will door windows should be closed when Lotus Retailer. flash once every 2 seconds, see page locking the vehicle/arming the alarm. The movement and tilt sensors should...
Page 62: Lotus Vehicle Tracker
– Press the button on the Lotus Vehicle Tracker keyfob. If fitted, the Lotus Vehicle Tracker Deactivation may be required when – Set the vehicle in ignition is supplied with 2 driver identification a person or animal is to be left in the position I by pressing the tags.
Page 63: Alarm/Locking Preset Options
Commission: TRANSMITTER. display, select: Car > Security. – CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT See page 127 for further information. EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY LOTUS RESPONSIBLE FOR – COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. – THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
Page 64: Displays, Warnings And Gauges
DISPLAYS, WARNINGS AND GAUGES...
Page 65: Driver Display
DISPLAYS, WARNINGS AND GAUGES Driver Display Tour Mode Tour and Sport Mode Displays Speed limiter or cruise control option selected, 91. Tachometer (RPM), 73. Performance gear shift & launch control indicator, 74 & 76. Speedometer, 72. Widget options & notifications, 79. Gear selected &...
Page 66: Track Mode
3 - 6 seconds when in ignition mode II, see page 186. If any indicator fails to illuminate contact your Lotus Retailer Gear selected & drive mode, 75 & Driver assistance options. 110. immediately.
Page 67: Warning Symbol Illumination
Illuminates amber in Illuminates blue when the Do not ignore any illuminated warning conjunction with text and headlamp main beams are lights; contact your Lotus Retailer other symbols on the driver active. Page 149. immediately. display Active Main Beam...
Page 68: Warning Symbol Illumination
you that an important function is activated or that a contact a Lynk & Co Center for inspection. conjunction with other indicators. Contact a Lynk & Co Center for inspection. A A n n t t i i - - l l o o c c k k b b r r a a k k i i n n g g s s y y s s t t e e m m f f a a u u l l t t : If the warning indicator normal driving, find a safe place and stop the vehicle serious fault has occurred that may affect the vehicle's illuminates when the engine is running or during...
Page 69: Driver Display
User manual - China CX11 Non-electric, S002517, 9.00, en-US, Approved, 2017-12-07 12:06. and seek Lotus Retailer has been detected, which also be shown in the driver the charging system is not functioning properly.
Page 70: Messages
DISPLAYS, WARNINGS AND GAUGES Messages may automatically delete when the fault is rectified or action is taken, (such as refilling the windscreen washer bottle or fitting a seatbelt). Messages that indicate a severe safety or system malfunction fault will remain constantly displayed until the message is acknowledged by the driver by pressing the...
Page 71: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
DISPLAYS, WARNINGS AND GAUGES If the symbol is illuminated, refuel Ensure to follow the instructions on at the next opportunity, (see page any engine coolant temperature 209). Only use the remaining fuel for notification messages that are emergency use. Using this fuel may displayed in the driver’s display.
Page 72: Clock
DISPLAYS, WARNINGS AND GAUGES 74.12 °F 26.6 °F Clock Outside Air Temperature Speedometer The clock is shown in both the driver The outside air temperature reading The speed units shown in the main and centre displays. is shown at the bottom right of the display can be changed between mph screen.
Page 73: Tachometer
1000 is illuminated. Maximum engine speed is graduated up to a maximum of 6,000 rpm during The LOTUS logo will begin to engine warm up until normal running illuminate, becoming brighter as temperature has been reached, the engine speed increases.
Page 74: Performance Gear Shift Lighting
DISPLAYS, WARNINGS AND GAUGES Upshift Indication Points Continued increase in engine speed Performance Gear Shift Lighting As engine speed increases and reaches whilst remaining in the same gear will This feature allows the driver to see the first shift level point, the upper illuminate the third, inner level shift the optimum upshift gear change drive mode indicator lines change to...
Page 75: Gear Display
DISPLAYS, WARNINGS AND GAUGES Gear Display The gear indicator shows the current gear position selected. Manual Transmission Models T O UR Display available: If the prompt to shift gear is ignored Neutral and the engine speed exceeds the final shift point, the performance shift lines Reverse and blocks will flash faster.
Page 76: Drive Mode Display
Lotus Launch Control Lotus Launch Control Preparation The format and layout of the driver’s Only selectable if Lotus Launch Control To perform a Lotus controlled launch, display is linked to current drive mode is equipped on the vehicle. This feature the following vehicle conditions must selected, also see page 65.
Page 77 DISPLAYS, WARNINGS AND GAUGES Activating Lotus Launch Control Release the brake pedal with your With the engine at idle speed: left foot whilst continuing to keep the accelerator pedal firmly depressed. 1. Release the parking brake. The vehicle will perform a launch start, 2.
Page 78: Driver Display Widgets
DRIVER DISPLAY WIDGETS...
Page 79: Widget Options
DRIVER DISPLAY WIDGETS Widget Options Performance Lap Timer Widgets shown in the driver’s display g-Force meter. Recording a lap time. are controlled using the right-hand Performance gauges. Recording best lap time. steering wheel keypad switches. They Downforce gauge. Saving a session. can also be viewed in the central Track widget.
Page 80: Trip Computer
DRIVER DISPLAY WIDGETS See pages 79 and 81 for information on right-hand steering wheel keypad operation and application resetting procedures. See page 140 for information on centre display option settings. Trip Computer Trip A & B Screens These screens display: Odometer Screen Instantaneous fuel consumption.
Page 81: Performance
DRIVER DISPLAY WIDGETS Performance View the widget menu screens using the steering wheel right-hand keypad controls as shown on page 79. g-Force Meter The current directional g-force Pressing displays the maximum g- experienced by the vehicle is force values (measured as g), attained indicated by the red dot as it during the current drive cycle.
Page 82: Manual Lap Timer
DRIVER DISPLAY WIDGETS Manual Lap Timer View the widget menu screens using the steering wheel right-hand keypad controls as shown on page 79. Starting a Session Pressing starts a new session. The current lap number is displayed above the activated timer. Recording a Lap Time Starting a New Lap With the LAP button highlight-...
Page 83 DRIVER DISPLAY WIDGETS Stopping a Lap The timer can be stopped dur- The timer for that lap is reset to zero ing a lap and reset to zero. and the STOP button is replaced by a START button. to highlight the STOP button.
Page 84 DRIVER DISPLAY WIDGETS Resetting Trip Computer View the menu widget screens using the steering wheel right-hand keypad controls as shown on page 79. Trip A From the trip menu, press Press to highlight reset option and press to select. to display trip computer. Then press Note: All options for trip A can also be highlight Trip A and press...
Page 85: Navigation
DRIVER DISPLAY WIDGETS Navigation View the widget menu screens using the steering wheel right and left-hand keypad controls as shown on page 79. Also refer to the separate infotainment booklet for further information. Recent Destinations Press to view and Press highlight an address, then display recent press...
Page 86: Voice Search
DRIVER DISPLAY WIDGETS Voice Search (If Available) Press to display recent destinations. Press to enter menu. Press the button on the left-hand steering wheel keypad. When the audio system mutes, say the name of the destination re- quired. Any stored addresses recognised by that name will be shown. Press to view address details.
Page 87: Vehicle Health
DRIVER DISPLAY WIDGETS Vehicle Health View the menu screens using the steering wheel right-hand keypad controls as shown on page 79. Tire Pressures Service Due Status Notifications Press to access Press view messages. Tire pressure monitoring system, see page 244. Press to exit Service due date, see page 222.
Page 88: Media
DRIVER DISPLAY WIDGETS Media View the widget menu screens using the steering wheel right-hand keypad controls as shown on page 79. Also refer to the separate infotainment booklet for further information. From the media menu you can select: Radio Bluetooth Select stations from the AM/FM/ Media can be played from a suitable radio.
Page 89: Phone
DRIVER DISPLAY WIDGETS Phone View the widget menu screens using the steering wheel right and left-hand keypad controls as shown on page 79. Also refer to the separate infotainment booklet for further information. With a compatible phone paired to the infotainment system, from the phone menu you can select: Access Recent Calls Press...
Page 90: Driver Assistance
DRIVER ASSISTANCE...
Page 91: Cruise Control
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Cruise Control Cruise control helps to maintain an even road speed without using the accelerator pedal, which can benefit the driver when driving on motorways or long, straight roads in regular traffic flows. WARNING: Use only when road and traffic conditions allow.
Page 92: Increasing Cruising Speed
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Notification Messages Decreasing Cruising Speed symbol and set speed will A message is shown in the driver’s illuminate white again in the driver’s With cruise control active: display if cruise control is not display. Cruise control returns to Briefly press and release the unavailable or has been cancelled, see standby mode and the last set vehicle...
Page 93: Adaptive Cruise Control
WARNING: Before using this * Adaptive cruise control option is system, the driver is advised to symbol will extinguish and the only available for Emira V6 automatic read all adaptive cruise control set speed is deleted. transmission vehicles. information in this handbook to be aware of its limitations.
Page 94 DRIVER ASSISTANCE Vehicle speed is controlled by WARNING: Adaptive cruise acceleration and braking when control is not a collision avoidance adaptive cruise control is active, system. The driver always therefore the brakes may emit a sound maintains responsibility to apply when they are being applied/released the brakes if the system does not by the adaptive cruise control system...
Page 95: Driver Display
DRIVER ASSISTANCE F OFF Symbols and Images Adaptive Cruise Control Limitations The colour of the symbol and the image The ideal optimal operation conditions shown in the driver support menu will for adaptive cruise control are achieved F OFF change according to the status of the when driving on level road surfaces.
Page 96: Increasing Cruising Speed
D-BY STAND-BY OVERRIDE DRIVER ASSISTANCE TOUR TOUR TOUR TOUR TOUR TOUR TOUR km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h TOUR TOUR TOUR Increasing Vehicle Speed TOUR TOUR TOUR TOUR km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h km/h...
Page 97: Automatic Deactivation
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Decreasing Cruising Speed Following a Vehicle Automatic Deactivation F OFF If the target vehicle in front slows to Adaptive cruise control automatically With adaptive cruise control a complete stop, then the adaptive switches to standby mode if: active: cruise control system will slow your –...
Page 98: Resuming Adaptive Cruise Control
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Setting a Time Interval NOTE: There a message or audible With adaptive cruise control active: warning if adaptive cruise control is F OFF automatically deactivated. Press to increase the time interval. Resuming Adaptive Cruise Control With adaptive cruise control deactivated (but not turned off): Press to decrease the time...
Page 99 DRIVER ASSISTANCE Automatic Standby Mode When WARNING: Set the time intervals Changing Targets to comply with any local traffic Adaptive cruise control will go into regulations. standby mode if the vehicle in front changes lanes or turns so that adaptive NOTE: If adaptive cruise control cruise control no longer has a target seems unreactive when put in...
Page 100: Fault Messages
Front Camera The camera is not Service working properly, required contact your Lotus Retailer. ACC cancelled. Adaptive cruise control cancelled. ACC unavailable Adaptive cruise Driver control unavailable unbuckled because the driver’s seat belt is...
Page 101: Speed Limiter (Adjustable)
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Speed Limiter (Adjustable) Deviations from the limited speed may If the symbol is grey, then the speed The speed limiter prevents the vehicle occur when driving downhill. The speed limiter cannot be activated. exceeding a preset maximum speed. limiter cannot be used if track mode is selected.
Page 102 DRIVER ASSISTANCE Adjusting Maximum Speed Resuming Temporary Deactivation of Speed With speed limiter deactivated (but not Limiter With speed limiter active: turned off): During overtaking, the vehicle speed Press either the or ‘- might have to be higher than the set ’...
Page 103: Speed Limiter Limitations
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Speed Limiter Limitations Speed Limiter (Automatic) WARNING: Even if the driver On steep downhill gradients the (if fitted) clearly sees the speed related speed limiter’s braking effect may The automatic speed limiter function road sign, the speed information be inadequate and the actual vehicle will set and maintains the vehicle’s from the traffic sign recognition...
Page 104: Activation
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Activation Tolerance Levels NOTE: Even if traffic sign Select automatic speed limiter from The tolerance level is increased the recognition has not been activated, the central display, see page 127. same way as the speed setting is for road sign information is shown the adjustable speed limiter.
Page 105: Automatic Speed Limiter Limitations
DRIVER ASSISTANCE a lower or higher speed is passed and shown in the driver display. The maximum vehicle road speed will adjust to that new speed limit, also deleting the tolerance level from the automatic speed limiter system. Automatic Speed Limiter Limitations Automatic speed limiter uses speed information from the traffic sign recognition system.
Page 106: Park Assist System
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Unless the rear PAS detects an object within the red zone, The audio feedback will turn off once the vehicle has remained stationary for 2 seconds. PAS is active during start/stop driving, but will deactivate if the parking brake is applied, or for automatic vehicles, P –...
Page 107: Washing Park Assist System Sensors
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Park Assist System Presets WARNING: The PAS may not The Park Assist System can be detect small or moving objects activated/deactivated or the volume including children and animals, level set from the centre display screen. low or narrow posts, towing See page 131 and 134 for further hitches, kerbstones and objects information.
Page 108: Reverse Parking Camera
DRIVER ASSISTANCE the vehicle. The lines will adjust relative Parking Assist and Camera Options to the rotation of the steering wheel. Options are shown to the side of the screen when the PAC is active. See page 22 for reverse parking Turn on/off the Park Assist camera location.
Page 109: Fault Messages
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Ambient Lighting Fault Messages Although the camera image adjusts Messages are shown in the central automatically to the ambient light display in the event of a fault being conditions, ambient lighting that is detected in the reverse parking camera either too dark or bright may reduce system.
Page 110: Fatigue Alert
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Fatigue Alert This warning symbol and the WARNING: Driver assistance (if fitted) message “Driver Alert Time for systems are developed to support Fatigue alert is an aid to alert the driver a Break” is shown in the driver the driver and not to replace the that they are starting to drive less display if fatigue alert detects...
Page 111: Lane Departure Warning
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Fatigue alert is selected/deselected Lane Departure Warning Road Display Image from the Car Settings → Driver Support (if fitted) No Lines Detected menus in the centre display, see page Using color changing lines shown No line markings 127. either side of a road in the lower centre detected or system of the driver display, lane departure...
Page 112: Lane Departure Warning Limitations
DRIVER ASSISTANCE visibility. WARNING: Lane departure warning is a supplementary driver – Roads with unclear or no lane side assistance system, intended to markings. make driving safer, it cannot – Sharp edges or lines other than lane function in certain traffic, weather side markings.
Page 113: Traffic Sign Recognition
DRIVER ASSISTANCE WARNING: Before using this system, the driver is advised to read all traffic sign recognition information in this handbook to be aware of its limitations. WARNING: Driver assistance systems are developed to support the driver and not to replace the driver’s attention.
Page 114: Traffic Sign Recognition Limitations
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Traffic sign recognition is selected/ deselected from the Car Settings → Driver Support menus in the centre display, see page 127. NOTE: If deselected, this system will default to active on the next drive cycle, only the sensitivity level previously set will remain unchanged.
Page 115: Rear Cross Traffic Alert Limitations
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Only vehicles approaching within the Audible/Mirror Alert NOTE: Rear cross traffic alert zone 2 area will be detected. Vehicle Moving: Single audible tone is automatically activated or and the symbol in the driver’s door deactivated in conjunction of the This is just one example of a limitation, mirror will flash.
Page 116: Blind Spot Detection
DRIVER ASSISTANCE and an audible warning will sound. WARNING: Before using this system, the driver is advised - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - to read all blind spot detection information in this handbook to be - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...
Page 117: Door Opening Warning
DRIVER ASSISTANCE – Blind spot detection is active when NOTE: If deselected, this system the vehicle speed above 6 mph. will default to active on the next – Blind spot detection will not function drive cycle, only the sensitivity if a passing vehicles speed is more level previously set will remain than 9 mph faster than the driver’s unchanged.
Page 118 DRIVER ASSISTANCE If there is an object blocking the view WARNING: Door opening warning WARNING: Before using this of the radar (shown as zone 1), moving does not eliminate the need for system, the driver is advised to objects obstructed by the blockage the occupants of the vehicle to read all door opening warning won’t be detected.
Page 119: Forward Collision Warning
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Forward Collision Warning WARNING: Deselecting the Forward collision warning operates forward collision warning system in conjunction with the autonomous will also cancel the autonomous emergency braking system and alerts emergency braking system, see the driver to take action if the system page 120.
Page 120: Autonomous Emergency Braking
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Autonomous Emergency Braking NOTE: There is also an audible WARNING: No automated When the Autonomous emergency warning, and any audio media system can be guaranteed to braking function intervenes, the playing will be muted if the audible function 100% correctly in all following steps are implemented to try warning signal is activated.
Page 121 DRIVER ASSISTANCE Autonomous Emergency Braking and – Limited field of vision: The camera WARNING: Autonomous Forward Collision Warning Limitations and radar have a limited field emergency braking pedestrian To function, both systems use the of vision and in some situations detection cannot detect: front camera and radar, and may have they may not detect a vehicle or...
Page 122: Fault Messages
Camera blocked See user manual driver display. longer obstructed. appears in the driver display, then the front camera/radar cannot detect the If the messages will not clear or keep vehicle or pedestrians ahead. reoccurring, then contact your Lotus Retailer.
Page 123: Camera And Radar Information
The following information lists some Bumper damage should be assessed by of the conditions caused by external Windscreen or Bumper Damage a Lotus Retailer to determine if radar influences that can result in limitations A damaged windscreen or front/rear performance is being affected.
Page 124: Cleaning And Maintenance
DRIVER ASSISTANCE Cleaning and Maintenance Front Bumper Radar Field of Vision The radar areas must be kept free of (if fitted) The radar unit has a limited field of dirt, ice, snow, and should be washed Vehicle Speed vision and in certain situations may not regularly, also see page 270.
Page 125: Camera
DRIVER ASSISTANCE the road surface, dirty road surfaces or unclear lane markings can also significantly reduce camera function when it is used view the road for road sign information. Around bends, the radar unit may detect a different vehicle than intended or lose a detected vehicle from view.
Page 126: Centre Display Screen
CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN...
Page 127: Centre Display Overview
CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN Centre Display Overview Infotainment, certain vehicle controls/ widgets/application options and menus as well as personalised settings are accessed from the centre display. Some buttons on the display will change appearance and function dependent on the application or menu screen currently shown.
Page 128: Display Operation
artial Mode 1.3. GENERAL USER INTERACTIONS th the screen will also be set to the lowest display rtial mode and return the driver to the previous view. ode” on page 104 for more details. fuel efficiency of the car is tested. It reduces the energy CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN nt system by shutting off certain functions that consumes ps Continued...
Page 129: Automatic Activation/Deactivation
CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN 1.3.1.3 Activating Partial Mode 1.3. GENERAL USER INTERACTIONS Automatic Activation/Deactivation Partial mode is used when the fuel efficiency of the car is tested. It reduces the energy The display automatically activates/ consumption of the infotainment system by shutting off certain functions that consumes more energy, e.g.
Page 130: Notification Centre
CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN QUICK PANEL + NOTIFICATIONS Clear all ating Partial Mode Full Contact Name 1.3. GENERAL USER INTERACTIONS Call Back 1 Missed call - 2 hours ago ed when the fuel efficiency of the car is tested. It reduces the energy e infotainment system by shutting off certain functions that consumes ating Partial Mode 1.3.
Page 131: Global Settings And App Options
CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN Global Settings and App Options The operation of certain vehicle functions can be set or adjusted. 1.3. GENERAL USER INTERACTIONS WARNING: Do not become distracted by the centre screen display whilst driving. You could cause an accident. Fig.
Page 132 CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN Setting Menu Options Electric parking brake: Automatic activation/deactivation. General Car information: RMS activation indication and V.I.N. information. Reset car options: Reset vehicle settings to factory default. Climate Recirculation timer: Automatic cancellation after 30 minutes. Fan Intensity auto mode: Low, medium and high intensity level options.
Page 133 CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN Setting Menu Options Security Visible locking/unlocking Activate/deactivate turn indicators when locking or unlocking the vehicle. feedback: Auto-lock doors while driving: Activate/deactivate the auto-lock door function. Reduce alarm level: Deactivate tilts and interior sensors. Exterior Lights Triple flash sequence: Direction indicators flash 3 times.
Page 134: Quick Panel
CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN 1.3.1.3 Activating Partial Mode 1.3. GENERAL USER INTERACTIONS +QUICK PANEL NOTIFICATIONS Partial mode is used when the fuel efficiency of the car is tested. It reduces the energy PANNEAU RAPIDE consumption of the infotainment system by shutting off certain functions that consumes 1.3.1.3 Activating Partial Mode 1.3.
Page 135: App Launcher
CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN ating Partial Mode 1.3. GENERAL USER INTERACTIONS ed when the fuel efficiency of the car is tested. It reduces the energy e infotainment system by shutting off certain functions that consumes ating Partial Mode 1.3. GENERAL USER INTERACTIONS t h e s p a c e b a r f o r 2 s e c o n d s t h e n d i s a p p e a r .
Page 136: Secure Decommissioning
CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN 1.3. GENERAL USER INTERACTIONS System Settings System Settings The operation of certain vehicle settings can be adjusted from this 12.21 Language Keyboard Language screen. 1.3. GENERAL USER INTERACTIONS Units Clock WARNING: Do not become Connect distracted by the centre screen Voice Command Examples Reset System Settings Fig.
Page 137: Language Settings
CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN Language English UK ????????? English UK Arabic 中文 Deutsche Connect Chinese Mandarin German Español English USA System Spanish English USA Français Italiano Audio French Italian Keyboard Languages 1.3. GENERAL USER INTERACTIONS English Swedish Italian Connect Add keyboard languages (max 3) Arabic Chinese System...
Page 138 CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN Search contact name Keyboard Functions Cancel - return to previous screen. Return. Input field where characters entered are displayed. Shift/cap lock, (double tap for capital letter lock). Search results display, (tap a result to select). Hide keyboard. Delete all input at the same time.
Page 139 CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN ating Partial Mode 1.3. GENERAL USER INTERACTIONS d when the fuel efficiency of the car is tested. It reduces the energy infotainment system by shutting off certain functions that consumes iFi, Bluetooth the screen will also be set to the lowest display .2 Partial Mode”...
Page 140: Widgets
Radio Station CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN Performance Tire Pressure Monitoring System Lap Timer ETA 8:20PM - 16MIN - 8MI + RADIO Media ETA 8:20PM - 16MIN - 8MI + RADIO Trip Statistics 20 mi + PHONE Phone M - 16MIN - 8MI + RADIO Power + PHONE...
Page 141: Driver Profiles
CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN Keyboard layout settings are global. If User Proﬁle 1 Other Users a driver profile adds an additional Add a maximum 4 user proﬁles. language to the keyboard, they are also available when a different driver profile Edit User Name User Proﬁle 2 is used.
Page 142: Adding A New Profile
Guest Proﬁle Other Users Add a maximum Enter user proﬁle name Sign in or create a Lotus Proﬁle to Add a maximum 4 user proﬁles. personalise Navigatrion, Media, vehicle Edit User Name Guest CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN setting and more. Add New Proﬁle...
Page 143: Removing A Profile
CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN Removing a Profile Wrong Pin Code Editing a Profile Proﬁle manager settings Proﬁle manager settings Proﬁle manager settings Proﬁle manager settings Proﬁle manager settings User Proﬁle 2 User Proﬁle 2 User Proﬁle 2 Other Users Other Users Other Users User Proﬁle 2 User Proﬁle 2...
Page 144: Change Of Ownership
CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN Voice Assistant (If Available) Using Voice Assistant User Proﬁle 2 Using specific spoken commands via Other Users NOTE: Speak after the beep Add a maximum the infotainment microphone, some speaking in a normal voice and control options within certain vehicle Edit User Name Guest speed.
Page 145: Cancelling Voice Assistant
1.3.1.3 Activating Partial Mode 1.3. GENERAL USER INTERACTIONS Partial mode is used when the fuel efficiency of the car is tested. It reduces the energy consumption of the infotainment system by shutting off certain functions that consumes CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN F i g .
Page 146 CENTRE DISPLAY SCREEN To interrupt a voice command, either tap the button on the steering wheel keypad or tap the and then give a new command as applicable.
Page 147: Lighting
LIGHTING...
Page 148: Exterior Lighting
LIGHTING Exterior Lighting Low Beam Lights Position Lights With the engine running or with The daytime running lights are the ignition in position II, low also activated with the light beam headlights, front and rear switch set to this position. position and license plate lights Use this setting to illuminate the are activated in this position.
Page 149: Active High Beam
LIGHTING Active High Beam WARNING: Active main beam (if fitted) is an aid to use the vehicle Using the windscreen camera, lighting optimally under suitable this function automatically environmental conditions. switches the high beam on or off when driving in the dark over 12 WARNING: The driver is always mph, by detecting the headlights responsible for switching manually...
Page 150: Rear Fog Light
LIGHTING Rear Fog Light Trip A Reset Direction Indicators Rear fog light switch, but rear fog lights Pressing the reset button on the Short flash: Move the stalk up or are not fitted on US market vehicles. end of the light switch will reset all down until resistance is felt and information stored in the trip A, trip release.
Page 151: Hazard Warning Lights
ectric, S002517, 9.00, en-US, Approved, 2017-12-07 12:06. ing. If you are not B B a a t t t t e e r r y y c c h h a a r r g g i i n n g g f f a a u u l l t t : If this warning indicator LIGHTING for inspection.
Page 152: Reverse Light
LIGHTING Reverse Light Approach Lighting When the gear lever is in position R The approach lighting is activated the reverse light will illuminate and the when the vehicle is unlocked by rear parking assist system and reverse pressing the button on the key fob. camera will be activated, also see page The position, courtesy and floor lights 106.
Page 153: Light Failure
LIGHTING Interior Lighting – The indicator light on the button illuminates when AUTO function is active. Press to illuminate the right front reading light. Interior Lights Reading lights are positioned in the roof lining by both sun visors. Light Failure Main lights are positioned in the roof READY If a fault is detected affecting the...
Page 154: Ambient Lighting
LIGHTING Ambient Lighting Lighting strips are located in the doors, instrument panels, centre console and cupholders and illuminate with the vehicle unlocked, ignition active or engine running. Use the dimmer switch on the instrument panel to set the brightness levels see page 154. Ground Lighting Brightness Adjustment The ground light illuminates in low level...
Page 155: Windscreen, Windows, Mirrors And Sun Visors
WINDSCREEN, WINDOWS, MIRRORS AND SUN VISORS...
Page 156: Wipers/Washers
WINDSCREEN, WINDOWS, MIRRORS AND SUN VISORS Wipers/Washers Wipers Intermittent Wiping Continuous Wiping To operate, move the stalk positioned AUT Set the wiper sweep interval by Wipers operate continuously at on the right-hand side of the steering rotating the ring on the end of normal speed.
Page 157: Rain Sensor Wiping
WINDSCREEN, WINDOWS, MIRRORS AND SUN VISORS Rain Sensor Wiping Automatic Car Washes The windscreen wipers activate CAUTION: The windscreen wipers automatically relative to the intensity could start sweeping and become of any rainfall sensed on the damaged in an automatic car wash. Ensure that the rain sensor windscreen.
Page 158: Power Door Windows
WINDSCREEN, WINDOWS, MIRRORS AND SUN VISORS Automatic Drop/Raise WARNING: Do not leave children To ease door closure and optimise the unattended in the vehicle. sealing of the door glasses against the door seals, a fully raised window will WARNING: Before closing a automatically drop a small distance window, always check that no when the door is opened and rise again...
Page 159: Resetting Automatic Drop/Raise/Pinch Protection
WINDSCREEN, WINDOWS, MIRRORS AND SUN VISORS Resetting Automatic Drop/Raise/ Pinch Protection – Fully raise each window, once raised, hold the switch for 2 seconds until a click is heard. – Then fully lower each window, once lowered, hold the switch for 2 seconds until a click is heard.
Page 160 WINDSCREEN, WINDOWS, MIRRORS AND SUN VISORS Folding/Unfolding the Door Mirrors Manual Angling During Parking NOTE: If the mirrors have been The door mirrors can be folded inwards Door mirror glasses can be angled folded inwards using the L and R for parking or driving into narrow down for the driver to view the side of buttons, they must be folded out...
Page 161: Interior Rearview Mirror
WINDSCREEN, WINDOWS, MIRRORS AND SUN VISORS Automatic Angling During Parking Automatic Dimming Mirror The door mirror glasses can be Bright light from behind the vehicle, automatically angled down when reflected from the rearview and door reverse gear is selected. mirrors is automatically dimmed*. This feature is set within the centre Except for when the ignition is off or display, see page 131 for further...
Page 162: Sun Visors
WINDSCREEN, WINDOWS, MIRRORS AND SUN VISORS Sun Visors Sun visors (if fitted) are located in the roof lining in front of the seats and can be folded down when necessary. They can also be unclipped from their inner mountings and rotated if required. With the visors in the down position, vanity mirrors in the visors are illuminated when the mirror covers are...
Page 163: Cabin Storage And Power Sockets
CABIN STORAGE AND POWER SOCKETS...
Page 164: Glovebox
CABIN STORAGE AND POWER SOCKETS Centre Console The centre console has several storage areas. Glovebox Below Climate Control Switches Located on the passenger side fascia, press the release button above the glovebox to open. To close push fully Armrest closed and the latch will engage. Below Gear Selector (Automatic transmission centre console shown, storage tray in manual...
Page 165: Door Pockets
CABIN STORAGE AND POWER SOCKETS Door Pockets Rear Cabin Net (If fitted). Luggage Nets WARNING: The maximum luggage weight must not exceed 44 lb (20kg). Any luggage stored must be fully enclosed within the net to avoid becoming insecure in the vehicle.
Page 166: Power Sockets
CABIN STORAGE AND POWER SOCKETS Power Sockets USB Ports WARNING: Do not use accessories that can cause interference to the vehicle’s radio or electrical systems. WARNING: The connected accessory should be put in a position so that it cannot injure the vehicle occupants in the event of heavy braking or collision.
Page 167 CABIN STORAGE AND POWER SOCKETS Front of Centre Console Rearview Mirror A single type A USB port is fitted (If fitted) forward of the centre consoles lower A USB port is located at the front of storage tray, which is used for device the rearview mirror trim, intended charging only.
Page 168: Seats And Steering Wheel
SEATS AND STEERING WHEEL...
Page 169: Seats
SEATS AND STEERING WHEEL Seats Seat Fold NOTE: Two of more of the power See page 171. seat’s control switches cannot be used at a time. WARNING: To prevent personal injury that could be caused by NOTE: The power seats have an sudden braking, ensure that the overload protection system that is seat is locked in position before...
Page 170: Seat/Door Mirror Memory Switches
SEATS AND STEERING WHEEL Storing Memory Settings Activating a Stored Setting To store a seat/door mirror position in With the driver door open: memory button 1: Press button 1 and release. The seat/ – Set the vehicle to ignition 1, or have door mirrors will automatically move to the engine running, see page 186.
Page 171: Seat Fold
SEATS AND STEERING WHEEL Seat Fold Horn Steering Wheel Adjustment Pull the strap on the outboard rear of To sound press the centre pad area on The steering wheel can be adjusted for the seat to fold the backrest and move the steering wheel.
Page 172: Electronic Steering Column Lock
SEATS AND STEERING WHEEL The door mirrors and driver seat should also be adjusted to a safe and comfortable position before driving, see pages 159 and 169. Electronic Steering Column Lock When the ignition is in mode 0 and the vehicle is stationary, the electronic steering column lock will activate (lock), when:...
Page 173: Climate Control
CLIMATE CONTROL...
Page 174: Climate Control System
CLIMATE CONTROL Climate Control System Either manual climate or automatic climate control can be selected. The bespoke Lotus climate system provides heating, ventilation and also cools and dehumidifies the air inside the vehicle cabin. Climate system options are selected from the climate control switches in the...
Page 175: Air Temperature
2. CLIMATE 2. CLIMATE e in detail. Fig. 2 CLIMATE CONTROL 2. CLIMATE re in detail. Fig. 2 Fig. 2 Pressing on the air distribution switch briefly changes/cycles the air flow Fig. 2 between a combination of these vents, Fig. 2 providing 6 different settings.
Page 176: Demister
CLIMATE CONTROL Manual recirculation cannot be selected with the demister active. Demister Heated Rear Screen/Door Mirrors Press the demisting switch for With the engine running, press the rear maximum windscreen demisting/ screen/door mirror switch to activate defogging. When activated: the rear window defrost function. When activated: –...
Page 177: Air Recirculation
CLIMATE CONTROL WARNING: Do not use the recirculation mode for long periods as it may cause the interior air to become stale and the windows to mist up. It is not possible to activate air recirculation when the demister is activated.
Page 178: Automatic Climate Temperature
CLIMATE CONTROL Automatic Climate Temperature The desired regulated climate in the vehicle cabin is based on the temperature perceived by the system, not the actual temperature. This perceived temperature is influ- enced by ambient temperature, air speed, humidity, solar radiation, etc. that the vehicle is currently subjected Climate Fan Air Vents...
Page 179: Adjusting Air Vents
Retailer at intervals specified in the vehicle maintenance schedule. If the vehicle is driven in an exceptionally dusty/sandy environment, filter replacement may be required more often. Contact your Lotus Retailer for more details if necessary.
Page 180: Centre Display
CLIMATE CONTROL DCY11_UX_Framework Climate Settings 3.4.7.9 Cover flow (1/3) Centre Display Additional climate control settings, Recirculation timer Auto start seat heating Navigate through a list of content as well as those also activated by the Recirculation will be turned off after 30 minutes switches can be controlled from the centre display screen.
Page 181: Navigation Bar
CLIMATE CONTROL Navigation Bar From the navigation bar in the centre display, select the climate control icon to show the available options. Available Climate Controls Temperature. Temperature Air distribution. Fan speed. Left side seat heat. Max A/C. Tap ‘+’ or ‘- Long press the Press and drag up Press and drag up...
Page 182: Fan Speed
CLIMATE CONTROL WARNING: Persons who have Fan Speed Maximum A/C difficulty in perceiving increasing Pressing the ‘MAX A/C’ temperature due to a lack of toggle button or by setting sensation or have problems the temperature to ‘Lo’, will operating the controls should not activate maximum A/C.
Page 183 CLIMATE CONTROL Auto Climate Air Recirculation Setting Climate to Off Setting Auto Climate Setting Air Recirculation Set the climate fan speed level to ‘OFF’ Set the temperature to the desired Press the toggle button in the central from the central display or by using the level and then activate auto climate display or press the recirculation control ring around the AUTO button in...
Page 184: Voice Assistant (If Available)
CLIMATE CONTROL Voice Assistant (If Available) Some climate control functions can be controlled using voice assistant via the centre display screen, also see page 144 for activating voice assistant. Seat Heating Voice Commands – “Set Seat heating to level 1”. –...
Page 185: Starting And Driving
STARTING AND DRIVING...
Page 186: Ignition Modes
STARTING AND DRIVING Electronic Steering Column Lock When the ignition is in mode 0, (inactive) and the vehicle is stationary, the electronic steering column lock will activate (lock), when: – The vehicle is locked using the keyfob. – A certain time period has elapsed with the ignition in mode 0.
Page 187: Starting The Engine
STARTING AND DRIVING Starting the Engine WARNING: Ensure that you and – Ensure the keyfob is in the front seat any passenger in the vehicle area. fastens their seatbelt before – Manual vehicles: Check that the driving. transmission is in neutral and depress the clutch or brake pedal, WARNING: Never remove the see page 189.
Page 188: Switching Off The Engine
STARTING AND DRIVING NOTE: When the keyfob is CAUTION: If possible, after a positioned by the backup reader high speed or a high load run, located under the storage area, allow the engine to idle for a few make sure that there are no car minutes before switching off the keys, metal objects or other engine.
Page 189: Manual Transmission
STARTING AND DRIVING CAUTION: Changing gear without correct clutch and throttle operation can result in transmission and engine damage. Never attempt to engage reverse gear while the vehicle is moving forward. This may result in serious transmission damage which is not covered by the vehicle warranty.
Page 190: System Modes
STARTING AND DRIVING Automatic Transmission Automatic Mode Manual Mode The Lotus automatic transmission system allows the driver to switch between conventional 6 speed automatic drive to manual shift mode with the option of sport and track modes producing quicker and more pronounced gear shifts as well as optimising shift points for performance.
Page 191: P - Park
STARTING AND DRIVING WARNING: Any floor coverings NOTE: To lock the vehicle and arm in the footwell must be properly the alarm, the transmission must secured. Loose mats can interfere be in P. with the operation of the foot pedals causing possible loss of Automatic Park Activation vehicle control.
Page 192: N - Neutral
If this occurs ensure to engage forward gears. adhere to the message displayed (which may include stopping the vehicle) and contact your Lotus NOTE: The brake pedal does not Retailer. have to be depressed if the current vehicle speed is over 5 mph.
Page 193: Manual Selection Mode
STARTING AND DRIVING NOTE: Kick-down is not available in manual mode. S PO R T Manual Selection Mode 87˚c +23.4˚c Two driver controlled options are Activating Permanent Manual Mode available Activate whilst driving in D by moving the gear selector to the right or left. Permanent Manual Mode Initially activated by using the gear Using the Gear Selector...
Page 194: Activating Temporary Manual Mode
STARTING AND DRIVING in permanent mode. The transmission CAUTION: The use of high engine will not automatically upshift before rpm before normal running reaching maximum engine speed temperature has been reached (rpm), when in permanent manual should be avoided. To reduce mode, but will still downshift at possible damage and wear the minimum engine speed.
Page 195: Temporary To Permanent Mode
STARTING AND DRIVING Remaining in Temporary Manual Temporary to Permanent Mode Mode To change from temporary to Continued operation of either paddle permanent manual mode, move the within 20 second intervals will maintain gear selector to either the right (toward manual selection.
Page 196: Braking System
Contact your Lotus immediately if you restored. Allow the brake pads and discs to ‘bed think there is reduction in the braking in’...
Page 197: Anti-Lock Braking System
ABS will not prevent a skid vehicle can still be steered. be driven with appropriate care and caused by abrupt steering anticipation but contact your Lotus movements or attempting to ABS is especially beneficial when Retailer at the earliest opportunity.
Page 198: Traction Control System
WARNING: Lotus recommends that is restored. should be modified. ESC should always be active when driving on public roads in normal...
Page 199: Electric Parking Brake
STARTING AND DRIVING Braking force will only be applied to the rear wheels if the parking brake is activated when the vehicle is stationary. Braking force is applied to all four wheels using the hydraulic foot brake circuit if the parking brake is activated when the vehicle is moving but transfers to the rear wheels once almost stationary.
Page 200: Automatic Activation
STARTING AND DRIVING Automatic Activation Automatic Deactivation The parking brake is activated Automatic Transmission Vehicles: automatically when: – With the engine running, depress the – The vehicle is switched off and the footbrake pedal. setting for automatic activation of – Select gear D - Drive or R – Reverse. the parking brake is selected in the –...
Page 201: Hill Start Assist
STARTING AND DRIVING Hill Start Assist Drive Modes Sport Mode The Hill Start Assist System helps Different drive modes are available to (Only for suitable road conditions) prevent the risk of unintended vehicle alter the vehicle’s powertrain, exhaust – Engine idle speed from start-up will movement when driving away from an and stability characteristics.
Page 202: Track Mode (If Equipped)
STARTING AND DRIVING Track Mode (If Equipped) The ESC status indicator symbol (For dry condition track use only) is illuminated in the driver’s – Engine idle speed from start-up display. characteristics carried over from ‘Sport’ mode. WARNING: Because of the reduced –...
Page 203: Changing Drive Mode
STARTING AND DRIVING + DRIVE MODE + DRIVE MODE T OUR TOU R S P ORT SPORT T RACK TRACK Enhanced Performance Enhanced Performance Powertrain Powertrain Simplied with added Lightness. Simplied with added Lightness. Exhaust Exhaust Stability Stability Either move the drive mode switch A description of the driving backwards or forwards again, as characteristics for the mode selected...
Page 204: Esc 'Off' Selected
Performance Closing Vehicle Warning Automatic Vehicle Speed Limiter ESC ‘Off’ Selected Powertrain Door Opening Warning Collision Mitigation Ultimate Performance ply Lotus Powertrain Door Opening Warning Collision Mitigation Exhaust Fatigue Alert Cruise Control Simply Lotus Exhaust...
Page 205 1.3. GENERAL USER INTERACTIONS STARTING AND DRIVING The ESC status indicator symbol WARNING: Lotus recommends that is illuminated in the driver’s ESC should always be active when display. driving on public roads in normal The green indicator light below Fig. 3 conditions.
Page 206: Running-In
RUNNING-IN...
Page 207: Engine
RUNNING-IN Running-In *For track use, refer to page 273. Also see ‘Engine Data Recording’ on It is important during the vehicle’s page 19. early life or if any of the components Brakes listed have been replaced to observe Allow the brakes to bed-in by avoiding the following running-in instructions.
Page 208: Fuel Filling And Fuel
FUEL FILLING AND FUEL...
Page 209: Fuel Filler Flap
FUEL FILLING AND FUEL WARNING: Follow all operating and safety instructions displayed at the filling station when refuelling. WARNING: Petrol and petrol fumes are highly explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. WARNING: Before re-fuelling, switch off mobile phones and other Fuel Filler Flap Fuel Filling electronic equipment, ensure that...
Page 210: Using A Fuel Can
FUEL FILLING AND FUEL Using a Fuel Can Fuel Requirement although using a lower gear would The corrugated flexible fuel tube fitted USE UNLEADED PREMIUM GASOLINE be advised. If, however, you hear on most fuel cans can cause damage meeting ASTM specifications. Use of persistent heavy knocking when using to the spring-loaded flaps and seals fuels not meeting ASTM specifications...
Page 211: Additives
FUEL FILLING AND FUEL Additives If driveability problems are experienced Gasolines Containing Alcohol - Some as a result of using ethanol, use 90 gasolines sold contain alcohol although (RON+MON)/2 unleaded gasoline. Do they may not be so identified. Use not use Ethanol blends with a higher of gasolines with alcohol are not concentration than 10%.
Page 212 HOMELINK ®...
Page 213: Programming
HOMELINK ® Programming NOTE: Put the original remote Follow these instructions to start controls in a safe place for future programming, reset all programming or programming (e.g. when changing to reprogram individual buttons. to another vehicle or for use in other vehicles) NOTE: The vehicle must be in ignition mode I or above before...
Page 214: Reprogramming Individual Buttons
HOMELINK ® 1. Aim the remote control towards then the device to be programmed Resetting the Buttons the HomeLink button to may have a security function that The buttons cannot be reprogrammed ® be programmed and hold it requires the device’s programming individually.
Page 215: Sos-Call
SOS-CALL...
Page 216: Making An Sos-Call
Call with the Public Safety Answering PSAP, only the PSAP operator can end Point. the call. In the above circumstances Lotus Cars If the operator does not get a response is not liable for any consequences or from the vehicle occupants, then the losses that occur.
Page 217 SOS-Call in operator call back No action. Mode Constantly illuminated. mode. *A warning message may be shown due to limited vehicle use or if stored for long periods. If the message does not extinguish after vehicle use, then please contact your Lotus Retailer.
Page 218: Vehicle Care
VEHICLE CARE...
Page 219: Accessories And Modifications
Ensure the engine oil and filter, coolant Although non-approved Lotus and brake fluid have all recently been Interior Trim accessories may fit your Lotus, they renewed. Unless the garage is equipped with may not meet Lotus specifications and a de-humidifier, the use of drying...
Page 220: Car Covers
Using a non-approved Lotus car cover can prevent the battery from being adequately cooled during charging as well as damaging the paint finish. Wash and clean the vehicle and ensure it has fully dried before fitting a Lotus approved cover.
Page 221: Owner Maintenance
Lotus Retailer will ensure of safety above that specified in the WARNING: Vehicle repairs should its maximum safety, reliability and maintenance schedule.
Page 222: Service Reminder
Contact your Lotus Retailer to arrange CAUTION: This reminder should swallowed, or brought into the required service when this message not be reset unless the vehicle contact with open wounds.
Page 223: Daily Checks
VEHICLE CARE Daily Checks Regular Checks NOTE: Check these items more Check the operation of the: It is recommended to regularly check, frequently if the vehicle is subject and where necessary top up or adjust – Exterior lights. to high mileage driving or severe the following items: operating conditions.
Page 224: Front Access Panel
VEHICLE CARE Closing/Locking – Lift the access panel slightly and remove the end of the support stay from the slotted plate. – Refit the stay into the holder. – Keeping fingers clear of entrapment and ensuring that there are no obstructions, lower the access panel and align the holes within retaining brackets with the body panel screw...
Page 225: Engine Compartment
VEHICLE CARE Engine Compartment CAUTION: Failure to follow this procedure may result in damage to your vehicle. The front access panel is only intended to provide access for vehicle servicing, it is not intended for storage usage. CAUTION: Attempting to store items, however small within the front service compartment may potentially cause damage to...
Page 226: Engine Compartment Panels
VEHICLE CARE Engine Compartment Panels Engine cover panel removal is not necessary when checking the engine oil and windscreen washer fluid levels, see pages 227 and 228. Always turn off the engine before attempting to remove the engine bay panels, never attempt to remove the engine bay panels whilst the engine is running.
Page 227: Engine Oil Level Check
VEHICLE CARE etc, have been left in the engine bay. Engine Oil Level Check – The dipstick handle is yellow. If The engine oil level should be checked access to the dipstick is required regularly, e.g., every 1,000 miles, or when the engine is hot, be aware of WARNING: Failure to follow these sooner if the vehicle has been driven...
Page 228: Topping Up
VEHICLE CARE For any driving styles more demanding WARNING: Prolonged and than normal road use, such as track repeated contact with used use etc, which will subject the vehicle engine oil may cause serious skin to higher dynamic loads, first ensure disorders, including dermatitis and the oil level is at the maximum fill mark cancer.
Page 229: Wiper Blade Renewal
VEHICLE CARE WARNING: Windscreen washer WARNING: Only change a wiper fluid can cause skin and eye blade when the vehicle’s ignition irritation. Read and follow any is inactive (0) or in convenience instructions or warnings provided mode (1) and the vehicle is by the windscreen washer fluid stationary, see page 186 for manufacturer.
Page 230: Engine Coolant
VEHICLE CARE Under normal circumstances it should WARNING: Keep coolant out of not be necessary to add any coolant to reach of children. the system. WARNING: Clean up spilled Check when the engine is fully COLD coolant and do not leave in open and only when the vehicle is on a containers.
Page 231: Charge Cooler Expansion Tank
It is recommended that this operation that this operation is only carried out is only carried out by your authorised by your authorised Lotus Retailer as Lotus Retailer as part of the part of the recommended service recommended service schedule.
Page 232: Brake/Clutch Fluid Level Check
‘MIN’ mark, WARNING: Use only new brake If the symbol illuminates whilst driving, then contact your Lotus Retailer to fluid from a sealed container. Do stop the vehicle immediately as a investigate without delay.
Page 233 VEHICLE CARE WARNING: Brake fluid is hazardous to health and may be fatal if swallowed. Keep out of children’s reach. In the event of consumption, seek medical attention immediately. CAUTION: Spilled brake fluid can seriously damage the vehicle paintwork and some plastic components.
Page 234: Tires
Once track use is completed, the tires adjustments made as necessary. or dampers require attention from your should be given sufficient time to Lotus Retailer. cool down before they are checked A tire placard label on the driver’s side and adjusted to the correct inflation...
Page 235: Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 Tires
‘Technical Data’ section of broken by a sudden impact. this handbook, (see page 234), or Adjusting Tire Pressures consult your Lotus Retailer to check WARNING: Improperly inflated NOTE: To avoid incorrect tire the current Lotus specification and or worn tires are more likely to pressures, the pressures should be recommendations.
Page 236: Winter Tires
Seating capacity: Maximum specifically for such conditions. Lotus number of vehicle occupants approves the use of winter tires in sizes (including the driver). as specified in the ‘Technical Data’...
Page 237: Tire Sidewall Markings
VEHICLE CARE Tire Sidewall Markings Front axle tire pressure: Refer to Tire size: Example ‘Technical Data’ section for further 295/ 30 ZR 20 101Y EXTRA LOAD information. 2 3/4 5 Rear axle tire size: Refer to 1. Tire width displayed in mm. ‘Technical Data’...
Page 238: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
VEHICLE CARE Treadwear Maximum pressure rating: TIN (Tire Identification Number): The treadwear grade is a comparative Displays maximum load that can rating based on the wear rate of the Example be supported by the tire. tire when tested under controlled XXXX XXXX XXXX...
Page 239: Vehicle Loading Weights
VEHICLE CARE Temperature Vehicle Loading Weights Determining Correct Load Limit The temperature grades are A (the The combined weight of occupants and 1. Locate the statement “The combined highest), B, and C, representing the cargo should never exceed the weight weight of occupants and cargo tire’s resistance to the generation displayed on your vehicle’s tire placard...
Page 240 VEHICLE CARE WARNING: The maximum weight  Occupants of goods which may be carried in Combined the cabin rear shelf luggage net is Cargo/ 44 lb. Exceeding this weight will Total luggage endanger front seat passengers in Additional Load 61lb a crash.
Page 241: Tire Inflator Kit
VEHICLE CARE NOTE: Do not remove foreign bodies from the tire. WARNING: Extensive damage to the tread or any damage to the tire sidewall or wheel cannot be repaired using the repair kit. CAUTION: If possible, avoid driving on a deflated tire to avoid 7.
Page 242 VEHICLE CARE 10. Ensure the on-off button on the compressor is set to off. 11. Position the compressor near the 17. Disconnect the compressor con- tire, ensuring the sealant bottle is 15. Press the on-off button to start nector from the 12V auxiliary power upright.
Page 243 27. Drive carefully and take the vehicle pressure after 15 minutes. the tube connector into the valve. to a Lotus Retailer or tire specialist as soon as possible. 23. Check the pressure gauge for the WARNING: If, after 15 minutes correct tire pressure reading.
Page 244: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
VEHICLE CARE Tire Pressure Monitoring System Your vehicle has also been equipped WARNING: The tire sealant bottle As an added safety feature, your with a TPMS malfunction indicator displays an expiry date. After the vehicle has been equipped with a tire to indicate when the system is date shown, it should be renewed.
Page 245: Tpms Sensor Renewal Intervals
VEHICLE CARE TPMS Sensor Renewal Intervals WARNING: If stopped for an WARNING: The sensors are emergency, move the vehicle off powered by integral batteries, the road, switch on the hazard with an average service life of 5 warning lights and mark the years.
Page 246: Wheel Changing
4. Apply the vehicle handbrake and en- Ensure that only original equipment, or gage first or reverse gear or P - Park. Lotus approved wheel, tire and wheel 5. Securely chock all wheels not to be bolt combinations are fitted.
Page 247: Wheel Fitment
VEHICLE CARE 8. follow any instructions provided with 4. Tighten all 5 wheel bolts in a the jack. crosswise pattern using the standard extension and (and coded wheel bolt 9. Raise the vehicle off the ground. adaptor if locking wheel bolts are 10.
Page 248: Raising The Vehicle
VEHICLE CARE Jacking CAUTION: Use only those lifting A Points to lift both points identified. Lifting on any wheels on one part of the body, or with a jack side. improperly positioned, may A,B,C damage the chassis or body B Points to lift front structure.
Page 249: Battery
The battery is located at the left-hand It is recommended that the battery side of the rear luggage compartment. is replaced by an authorised Lotus To access the battery, open the Retailer, but if a battery replacement is tailgate, (see page 54), then release...
Page 250: Battery Charging
VEHICLE CARE A battery conditioner continuously monitors battery charge state and switches on and off automatically to maintain the battery in a fully charged condition. To trickle charge the battery: – Open the positive jump-starting point terminal cover (1). – First, connect the red positive + lead of the charger or automatic battery Battery Charging Jump Starting...
Page 251 Have the cause of the discharged manufacturer. 6. Connect the other clamp of the red battery investigated and rectified and jumper cable onto the Lotus vehicle’s trickle charge the battery as shown on red positive + jump-starting point. WARNING: When connecting the page 250.
Page 252: Fuses
VEHICLE CARE Fuses WARNING: Replacing a fuse with Contact your authorised Lotus Retailer one of a higher rating may cause if a fuse repeatedly fails. a fire. Fusebox Locations CAUTION: Replacing a fuse with one of a higher rating or a foreign object may cause damage to the vehicle’s electrical systems.
Page 253: Front Fusebox
VEHICLE CARE Front Fusebox 1. Open the front access panel, see FR14 page 224. 2. Remove the 5 fixings securing the front fusebox cover panel (located on the passenger side of the vehicle) and remove the panel. FR01 FR02 FR03 FR04 FR05 FR09...
Page 254 VEHICLE CARE No. Circuit Rating Type Spare Micro 2 Spare Micro 3 Spare Micro 4 Spare Micro 5 Spare Micro 6 Spare Micro 7 Spare Micro 8 Spare Micro 9 Spare Micro 10 Spare Micro 11 Spare Micro 12 Headlamp unit - right-hand Micro 13 Headlamp unit - left-hand Micro...
Page 255 VEHICLE CARE No. Circuit Rating Type 25 Spare Micro 26 Spare Micro 27 Spare Micro 28 Spare Micro 29 Horn relay Micro 30 Low temperature radiator fan relay (automatic transmission models) Micro 31 Spare MCase 32 Control unit blower motor, Temp flap actuator left side, Recirculation flap actuator MCase 33 Vehicle Dynamics Domain Master - VDDM (brake module) MCase...
Page 256 VEHICLE CARE No. Circuit Rating Type 49 Spare Micro 50 Spare Micro 51 Spare MCase 52 Spare MCase 53 Spare MCase 54 Spare Micro 55 Headlamp unit - left-hand Micro 56 Headlamp unit - right-hand Micro M1 Fuse box supply Midi M2 Spare Midi...
Page 257: Footwell Fusebox
VEHICLE CARE Footwell Fusebox The toe board panel is an occupant Located in the passenger footwell and crash protection component. Never is accessed by removing the toe board drive the vehicle without the toe panel which is secured by a quarter board panel being installed and fitted turn fastener on each corner.
Page 258 VEHICLE CARE No. Circuit Rating Type Spare Mcase 2 Spare Mcase 3 Spare Mcase 4 Spare Mcase 5 Wiper motor module Mcase 6 Spare Mcase 7 Audio booster (premium specification) Mcase 8 Audio module Mcase 9 Seat module - left Micro 10 Infotainment head unit Micro...
Page 259 VEHICLE CARE No. Circuit Rating Type 25 Telematics module Micro 26 Driver information module Micro 27 Start switch, gear selector module, parking brake switch Micro 28 Electronic toll collect module Micro 29 Ventilation flap actuator, defroster flap actuator Micro 30 Silent alarm module Micro 31 Spare Micro...
Page 260 VEHICLE CARE No. Circuit Rating Type 62 Spare Micro 63 Electronic toll collection module Micro 64 Spare Micro 65 Supplementary restraint system Micro 66 Front radar module, forward looking, camera heater Micro 67 Spare Micro 68 Spare Micro 69 Spare Micro 70 Spare 71 Spare...
Page 261: Rear Fusebox
VEHICLE CARE Rear Fusebox The rear fusebox is positioned behind the left-hand rear quarter trim panel. Pull off the panel to access the rear fusebox. RR10 RR11 RR12 RR13...
Page 262 VEHICLE CARE No. Circuit Rating Type Spare Micro 2 Spare Micro 3 Spare Micro 4 Spare Micro 5 Spare Micro 6 Spark plug, ignition coil, capacitor filter - left, capacitor filter - right Micro 7 Injector Micro 8 Pump - water cooled charge air cooler Micro 9 Solenoid variable valve timing VVT inlet and exhaust B, evap purge valve, Solenoid variable valve Micro...
Page 263 VEHICLE CARE No. Circuit Rating Type 23 Spare Micro 24 Spare Micro 25 Spare Micro 26 Air conditioning clutch relay Micro 27 Spare Micro 28 Oil cooler pump relay (manual transmission vehicles) Micro 29 Fuel pump relay Micro 30 Spare Micro 31 Spare MCase...
Page 264 VEHICLE CARE No. Circuit Rating Type 47 Spare Micro 48 Spare Micro 49 Spare Micro 50 Spare Micro 51 Transmission control module (automatic transmission vehicles) MCase 52 Spare MCase 53 Spare MCase 54 Spare Micro 55 Spare Micro 56 Spare Micro M1 Spare Midi...
Page 265: Battery Fusebox
Because of the high amperage rating of the mega fuses, Lotus recommends that inspection and removal of these fuses is only performed by your Lotus Retailer. 1. Fuse List Micro Fuses Color...
Page 266: Exterior Lamps
VEHICLE CARE Exterior Lamps Rear Turn Indicator Lamps All lamps are illuminated by light The turn indicator lamps flash at emitting diodes (LED’s) and are high intensity, alternating with off or serviceable only by replacement of the low intensity illumination dependant complete units.
Page 267: Vehicle Recovery
VEHICLE CARE Vehicle Recovery – Ensure that the keyfob is left in the To aid vehicle recovery, such as cabin when the vehicle is being winching onto a flatbed car transporter, towed. screw the recovery eye supplied in the vehicle tool kit into the threaded NOTE: Towing dollies must be mounting point located behind the left- placed under the rear wheels...
Page 268: Transporter Recovery
Lotus recommend recovery is carried or trailer, the vehicle should be secured your vehicle. out by your Lotus Retailer or a only by chocking and strapping around professional vehicle recovery service the road wheels. using a suitable flatbed transporter or trailer.
Page 269: Exterior Cleaning
VEHICLE CARE Exterior Cleaning Handwashing detergent or washing up liquid. Regular inspection of the vehicle Lotus recommends that your vehicle is paint finish and frequent washing are only washed by hand. NOTE: The car shampoo must the best preventions against paint...
Page 270: Tar Spots
VEHICLE CARE should be rinsed with clean water on a the dispersal of snow and ice, wash Reverse Parking Camera Lens regular basis. Many fuel filling stations thoroughly to remove accumulated As recommended for the vehicle body, offer pressure washing facilities ideal road filth from the wheels and tires.
Page 271: Interior Cleaning
– Press and hold the play/pause button CAUTION: Use light finger pressure in the centre console for 2 seconds. Lotus use premium quality leather, only when cleaning the display specifically tanned and dyed for – An overlay screen will be displayed screen, heavy pressure may automotive use.
Page 272: Alcantara ® Trim
Your Stain Removal: Alcantara have when needed. Check all the belts Lotus Retailer will be pleased to advise. ® compiled the recommended cleaning regularly and have any problem products and best methods of stain corrected immediately.
Page 273: Severe Service Conditions
Throughout the life of the vehicle the than listed in the maintenance of the Lotus vehicle warranty. correct specification fully synthetic schedule. oil must be used, see ‘Recommended For fluid quantities please see Fluids and Lubricants’...
Page 274: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA...
Page 275 TECHNICAL DATA Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Engine Approved Product: Total Quartz 9000 Energy (fully-synthetic) Viscosity / Quality Standard: SAE 0W/40 / API SN: ACEA A3/B4 Manual Transmission Approved Product / Quality Standard: Texaco Delo Syn-AMT XV 75W-80 (fully-synthetic) / API GL-4 Approved Product / Quality Standard: Havoline Multigear MTF HD 75W-80 (fully-synthetic) / API GL-4 Automatic Transmission Approved Product:...
Page 276: Capacities
TECHNICAL DATA Capacities Fuel Consumption (MPG) Engine Data Emira V6 40 CFR 600 Power Output 298kW @ 6,800 rpm Engine Oil* 6.34 US lqd qt Manual Transmission City Idle Speed 750 ±200 rpm High/Low Dipstick 1.59 US lqd qt Highway...
Page 277: Dimensions
TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions A Overall length 173.74 in (4413 mm) B Overall width 74.64 in (1896 mm) C Overall height* 48.62 in (1235 mm) D Wheelbase 101.18 in (2570 mm) E Front overhang 38.89 in (988 mm) F Rear overhang 33.66 in (855 mm) G Ground clearance* 5.51 in...
Page 278: Weights
TECHNICAL DATA Weights Weights Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission Kerb weight: Kerb weight: (Excluding lightweight options) (Excluding lightweight options) Total 3291 lb Total 3307 lb Front 1291 lb Front 1296 lb Rear 2000 lb Rear 2011 lb Gross (maximum) vehicle weights Gross (maximum) vehicle weights Total 3886 lb...
Page 279: Tires
TECHNICAL DATA Tires Road Tires Position Size Load/Speed Rating Sidewall Designation Marking Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 Front 245/35 ZR20 - 95Y XL Rear 295/30 ZR20 - 101Y XL Goodyear Eagle F1 Supersport Front 245/35 ZR20 - 95Y XL Rear 295/30 ZR20 - 101Y XL Recommended Inflation Pressures Position...
Page 280: Battery
TECHNICAL DATA Battery Type Platinum AGM096E Voltage (V) CCA (EN) Ah Capacity (C20) Size, L×B×H 278 x 175 x 190 mm...
Page 281 INDEX...
Page 282: Index
INDEX Display Navigation ........128 Active Electrical Module Cooling .... 179 Battery.......... 219, 249, 280 Display Operation ........128 Adjusting Tire Pressures ......235 Battery Charging ........250 Driver Profiles ..........141 Airbag Safety System ........38 Battery Replacement ....... 249 Global Settings and App Options ....
Page 283 Clock ..............72 Tour Mode ............201 Engine Compartment Panels Cloth Trim ............271 Track Mode ............ 201 Engine Panel Removal - Emira V6 ..226 Clutch Pedal ........... 189 Driver Display Engine Coolant ..........230 Cold Engine Speed ......... 73 Clock ..............
Page 284 Trip A Reset ........... 150 Emira App ............13 Unlocking ..49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 59, 224 Light Switch ............ 148 Lotus Cars Website ........13 Tailgate Opening Using Keyfob ....53 Lotus Launch Control ........76 Handwashing ..........269 Unlocking Options ........
Page 285 Stopping the Engine ........207 Steering Fluid Reservoir Power Sockets ..........166 Tyres ..............207 Steering Fluid Reservoir - Emira V6 ..231 12 Volt Power Socket ........166 Steering Wheel Adjustment ....... 171 USB Ports............166 Stopping the Engine ........207 Power Steering System (PAS) ....
Page 286 INDEX Winter Tires ..........236 Interior Trim........... 219 Tachometer ............73 Tour Mode............201 Tyres ..............219 Tailgate .............. 54 Track Mode ............201 Voice Assistant (If Available) ..... 144 Emergency Release Handles ..... 55 Track Use ............221 Inside Cabin ........... 55 Traction Control System ......
Page 287 INDEX Rain Sensor Wiping ........157 Washer Fluid Level ........157 Windscreen Washers ........157 Wipers ............. 156...
Page 292 The information included in this publication for the North American market was correct at the time of printing as shown below. 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 relative to the shown in this publication.

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