Lotus Elise Service Notes page 163

ENGINE
M124931
3. Release 2 screws and remove spark plug
cover.
4. Disconnect 4 plug tubes from spark plugs.
Remove any debris from spark plug recesses,
remove and discard 4 spark plugs.
5. Lift clip plate and grommet and position plug
leads aside.
6. Remove 2 bolts and air cleaner support
bracket.
7. Progressively slacken then remove bolts and
on early engines, 2 pillar bolts securing
camshaft cover.
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NOTE: On later engines, pillar bolts have
been replaced by cast-in' supports which
are an integral part of the camshaft cover.
8. Remove camshaft cover assembly, remove
and discard gasket.
9. Check and record crankshaft end-float.
10. Release 2 screws and remove distributor cap.
11. Remove and discard screw securing rotor arm.
12. Remove rotor arm.
13. Remove anti-flash shield.
Ml 24973
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NOTE: Later engines are fitted with
modified camshafts which incorporate a
reluctor ring and the procedure for
removing cylinder head bolts differs from early
engines. Commencing engine numbers for the
modified camshafts are listed in information.
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