Lotus Elise Service Notes page 282

INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
How to use this manual
Dimensions
To assist in the use of this manual the section title is
given at the top and the relevant sub-section is given
at the bottom of each page.
This manual contains procedures for the overhaul of
the gearbox on the bench with the engine removed.
For all other information regarding General
Information, Adjustments, Removal of oil seals,
gearbox unit, consult the Repair Manual for the
model concerned.
This manual is divided into 3 sections, Description
and Operation, Overhaul and Data, Torque & Tools.
To assist filing of revised information each
sub-section is numbered from page 1.
The individual overhaul items are to be followed in
the sequence in which they appear. Items numbered
in the illustrations are referred to in the text.
Overhaul operations include reference to Service
Tool numbers and the associated illustration depicts
the tool. Where usage is not obvious the tool is
shown in use. Operations also include reference to
wear limits, relevant data, torque figures, and
specialist information and useful assembly details.
WARNINGS, CAUTIONS and Notes have the
following meanings:
A
A
WARNING: Procedures which must be
followed precisely to avoid the possibility
of injury.
CAUTION: Calls attention to procedures
which must be followed to avoid damage
to components.
MOTS: Givss helpful information.
The dimensions quoted are to design engineering
specification with Service limits where applicable.
REPAIRS AND REPLACEMENTS
When replacement parts are required it is essential
that only Rover recommended parts are used.
Attention is particularly drawn to the following points
concerning repairs and the fitting of replacement
parts and accessories.
Safety features and corrosion prevention treatments
embodied in the car may be impaired if other than
Rover recommended parts are fitted. In certain
territories, legislation prohibits the fitting of parts not
to the manufacturer's specification.
Torque wrench setting figures given in this Manual
must be used. Locking devices, where specified,
must be fitted. If the efficiency of a locking device is
impaired during removal it must be renewed.
The Terms of the vehicle Warranty may be
invalidated by the fitting of other than Rover
recommended parts. All Rover recommended parts
have the full backing of the vehicle Warranty.
Rover Dealers are obliged to supply only Rover
recommended parts.
References
With the engine and gearbox assembly removed,
the crankshaft pulley end of the engine is referred to
as the front.
Operations covered in this manual do not include
reference to testing the vehicle after repair. It is
essential that work is inspected and tested after
completion and if necessary a road test of the
vehicle is carried out particularly where safety
related items are concerned.
INTRODUCTION 1