Engine Cover/Trunk Lid - Lotus 2005 Elise Owner's Handbook Manual

REAR LID RELEASE

Engine Cover/Trunk Lid

The engine cover/trunk lid provides access to the engine and
rear luggage compartment.
To open the lid: Insert the key into the lock and turn clockwise.
When released, a spring plunger will lift the lid sufficiently to
allow it to be raised fully by hand. Support the lid by engaging
the prop provided on the trunk bulkhead, in the slotted plate
adjacent to the latch mechanism.
WARNING:
• When using the rear luggage compartment, beware of
any hot surfaces exposed in the engine bay. Touching hot
surfaces could cause serious burns.
• Before closing the lid, ensure that no persons or objects
will be trapped.
• If necessary, protect and/or secure heavy objects as
required.
To close: Stow the support prop in its bulkhead clip, and, keeping
fingers well clear of entrapment, and ensuring that no obstruction
is present, lower the lid. Fully engage the latch mechanism by
pressing down on the lid just forward of the key lock, NOT at
the extreme rear end of the panel.
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