Fuel Filling - Lotus 2005 Elise Owner's Handbook Manual

Methanol - Do not use gasolines containing methanol (wood
alcohol). Use of this type of alcohol can result in car performance
deterioration and damage to critical parts in the fuel system. Fuel
system damage and car performance problems, resulting from
the use of gasolines containing methanol, may not be covered
by your car warranty.
Fuels Containing MMT - Some North American fuels contain
methylcyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT), which
is an octane enhancing additive. Such fuels may damage the
emission control system and are NOT recommended.
Diesel - The Lotus Elise will not operate on diesel fuel.

Fuel Filling

WARNING:
• Gasoline and its attendant fumes are highly explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured when handling
fuel. Before stopping at a filling station, switch off mobile
phones and other electronic equipment, ensure that all
cigarettes are extinguished and that no naked flames or
other potential ignition sources are present. Switch off
the engine before refuelling.
• Remove the filler cap slowly to allow any pressure to bleed
off gradually. Hasty removal may result in a small amount
of fuel spray with a possible health or fire hazard.
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