Lotus 2004 Eleven Service Notes page 231

Lotus Service Notes
GH.5 - PUNCTURED TYRE EMERGENCY INFLATOR (IF FITTED)
In order fully to exploit the benefits of light
weight, and to maximise stowage space, no
spare wheel is included in the Elise specifica-
tion, but a temporary puncture repair facility is
provided in the form of a tyre inflator aerosol.
The aerosol is mounted in spring clips at the
extreme right hand front corner of the rear
luggage compartment.
When the aerosol is connected to the
tyre valve, and the button pressed, a mixture
of liquid latex and propellant is injected into
the tyre, such that the solidifying latex is forced
into the puncture site at the same time as the
tyre is inflated, effecting a temporary repair
and enabling the car to be driven at moderate
speed to the nearest tyre depot.
WARNING:
- Use of the aerosol does not constitute a permanent repair, but is designed to allow the car to be
driven to the nearest tyre depot. At the earliest opportunity, the tyre should be professionally
repaired or replaced dependent on the severity of the damage.
- Until the tyre is repaired or replaced, the car should be driven in a moderate manner, not exceed-
ing 30 mph (45 km/h).
- Do not use the aerosol for large holes or repairs, or when the tyre sidewall has been damaged, or
if the tyre has been displaced from the rim.
- For safety reasons, the aerosol should be carried at all times in the designated stowage position.
Never carry in the passenger compartment.
As soon as a puncture is suspected, the car should be stopped at the first safe opportunity. Continued
driving on a deflated tyre will cause irreparable damage to the tyre.
Directions for use of the aerosol: Before using, carefully read all the instructions on the canister, or on any
literature accompanying the product. The following instructions apply to the use of Holts Tyreweld:
1. Remove the object causing the puncture, and position the wheel with the puncture site lowermost. Deflate
tyre fully.
2. Shake the can vigorously. In cold conditions, warm the can using the car's heater outlets, or by body
warmth.
3. Screw the aerosol tube onto the tyre valve, remove the cap, hold the can upright and press the button
until the tyre is firmly inflated.
4. Immediately drive for 6 - 12 miles (10 - 20 km) (or to the tyre depot if nearer) in a moderate manner and
not exceeding 30 mph (45 km/h), to allow the sealant to spread. Then check and adjust the tyre pressure
as necessary.
5. Have the tyre professionally repaired or replaced at the earliest opportunity, and until such time, limit
speed to 30 mph (45 km/h) with a moderate driving manner. Note that some tyre repairers may make an
additional charge for cleaning the sealant off the tyre before repair, and that any subsequent repairs may
not be guaranteed. If the vehicle is equipped with low tyre pressure monitoring equipment, be aware that
the pressure sensor mounted inside the tyre, could be obstructed by the sealant, and should be replaced
at the next opportunity.
6. Renew the emergency inflator aerosol.
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Section GH
TYRE INFLATOR AEROSOL
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