Lotus Elise Service Notes page 160

CYLINDER HEAD
Cylinder head - K8 engines - remove
~ CAUTION: If crankshaft is to be removed
/ j \ during overhaul, it will be necessary to
check and record crankshaft end-float
prior to removing cylinder head.
12M0549
1. Remove and discard camshaft timing belt.
~ CAUTION: Do not rotate crankshaft whilst
j \ timing belt is removed and cylinder head
is fitted, pistons will contact the valves.
2. Disconnect tensioner spring, remove pillar bolt,
screw, tensioner and spring.
3. Disconnect ht leads from spark plugs.
1 M 0 H 2 A
4. Remove 4 screws securing ht lead brackets,
remove brackets.
5. Using sequence shown, progressively slacken
and remove 12 bolts securing camshaft cover.
6. Remove camshaft cover, discard gasket.
7. Mark distributor flange for refitting reference.
8. Remove 2 screws securing distributor.
9. Remove distributor, discard 'O' ring.
10. Remove any debris from spark plug recesses,
remove and discard 4 spark plugs.
OVERHAUL 2 3