Lotus 2004 ELISE Service Notes page 368

Lotus Service Notes
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS
Engine
In order to ensure the longevity and reliability of the vehicle, it is most important that only the specified
lubricants are used. It is an entirely false economy to try to save money by using lower quality oils, which
may break down before the next change interval and provide inadequate protection before the end of the term.
High oil consumption may also result.
For topping up purposes during the running-in period prior to the First After Sales Service, a top quality
mineral or semi-synthetic 5W/40 oil should be used. At the First After Sales Service and completion of the run-
ning-in period, a fully synthetic 5W/40 oil such as Texaco Havoline Synthetic should be used. This oil has been
tested in all climatic conditions likely to be encountered, and offers advantages in ease of cranking, smooth cold
running and fuel economy at low temperatures, in combination with good wear protection at elevated tempera-
tures and at high engine speeds. If Texaco/Havoline products are not available, an oil meeting the following
specification should be used. Note that Lotus does not recommend the use of any oil additives:
Viscosity:
Quality Standard:
Capacity - refill inc. filter
Difference between high
& Low dipstick marks
Oil change interval
Transmission (gearbox & final drive)
Viscosity
Quality Standard
Capacity
Oil change interval
Brake & Clutch System
Type
Specification
Capacity - brake
- clutch
Fluid change interval
Engine Coolant Additive
Only approved product
Type
Colour
Concentration
Quantity reqd. @ 50%
Coolant change interval
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5W/40
API SL/CF, SJ/CF; ACEA A3
4.4 litre (cars fitted with front mounted oil coolers contain an additional
3.5 litres, but this oil is not drained during routine servicing)
1.5 litre
Refer to Maintenance Schedule
SAE 75W/90
API GL-4 or GL-5
2.3 litre (2.4 US qt)
Refer to Maintenance Schedule
Non-mineral (non-petroleum) hydraulic fluid
DOT 4
1.5 litre
0.5 litre
12 months
Havoline XLC
Ethylene glycol antifreeze with OAT corrosion inhibitors
Orange
50%
6 litres
4 years
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