Gear Lever - Lotus 2005 Elise Owner's Handbook Manual

GEAR CHANGE PATTERN
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Gear Lever

The gear lever is spring biased towards the 3rd/4th gear plane,
and must be moved against light spring pressure to the left be-
fore selecting first or second gear, or against similar pressure
to the right before selecting 5th or 6th speed.
Engaging Reverse Gear: With the car at a complete standstill,
pause for a moment with the clutch pedal fully depressed before
moving the lever to the left, raising the lift collar beneath the
knob, and then further to the left over a spring detent before
finally pushing forwards to engage the gear.
When changing gear, it is essential that the transmission is
not abused by 'power shifting'; the clutch pedal must be fully
depressed during each gear shift, and the throttle pedal eased
during upshifts.
NOTICE: Gearshifting without correct operation of the clutch and
throttle controls can result in severe damage to the transmission
and engine. Any damage caused by driving in this way will not
be covered by the Limited Warranty.
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