Direction Indicator Switch; Headlamps Dipswitch; Horn; Ignition/Starter Switch - Lotus Europa Owner's Handbook Manual

INTRODUCTION
TO THE VEHICLE
This chapter outlines the various controls and
instruments, explaining the function of each. It is
hoped that both service engineer and owner will
familiarize themselves with the vehicle's controls
and instruments and their layout. The number
references relate to the facia panel illustrated on
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17 Combined ignition/starter switch
Turn key to the right to switch on the ignition,
and" turn further to the right, against spring pres"
sure, to operate the starter. When the engine
starts, the key should be released, whereupon it
will spring back to the "ignition on" position.
If it is required to operate the radio (13), when
fitted, with the engine stationary, the ignition key
should be turned to its extreme left position.
4 Ignition warning lamp
The ignition warning lamp glows red when the
ignition is switched on and will go out when the
alternator is charging. It may glow when the engine
is idling, but no harm will be done as long as the
engine is running.
The warning lamp must not be allowed to glow
for more than a few moments with the engine
stationary, otherwise the battery will discharge
itself through the ignition coil.
22 Choke control
Instructions for using the choke control will be
found under the heading "Starting Procedure".
9 Combined side, rear, tail and headlamp switch
The switch is pressed down to the halfway posi-
tion to switch on the side, rear and tail lamps, and
fully down to energize the headlamps.
27 Direction indicators
When turning to the left or to the right, move
the control lever UP or DOWN as appropriate. A
warning lamp (6) on the facia will flash in unison
with the lamps. Bulb failure on one side of the car
will be indicated by the warning lamp either failing
to flash, or to flash rapidly.
31 Headlamps dipswitch
Main beam is obtained with the lever in the
upper position; to select dipped beam move the
control lever down. Lifting the lever towards the
steering wheel flashes the headlamps main beams.
When the head lamps are on main beam a warn-
ing lamp (5) on the facia will illuminate.
29 Horns
The horns are operated by pressing the central
button of the steering wheel.
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