run the engine continuously at engine speeds over 4,000 rpm.
Occasional short bursts at wider throttle and higher engine speed
will be beneficial, as will a constantly changing cruising speed
and making full use of the gearbox. Do not allow the engine to
labourintoohighagearratio;changedownandlettheengine
operate in its natural power band.
After 600 miles (1,000 km) have been covered, full throttle and/
or maximum engine speed may be used for short periods, but do
not attempt to exploit full vehicle performance until after the
first ‘After Sales’ service has been carried out.
Transmission: Driving pleasure will be enhanced when using a
light touch to guide the gear lever, allowing the tactile senses to
convey gear selection messages from the internal mechanism.
Forcing the change will cause unnecessary wear on system
components and impair subsequent gearchange quality.
Brakes: Allow the brakes to bed-in by avoiding needless heavy
braking for the first 100 miles (160 km). Thereafter, the first
time the brakes are used aggressively, some loss of brake feel
may be evident as the brake pads undergo a final conditioning
phase. After the brakes have cooled, full brake performance will
be restored. Both the brake pedal and gearchange efforts are
likely to reduce during the running-in period.
Tires: New tires also require a short ‘running-in’ period before
providing optimum grip.
Note that various operating parameters are continuously
monitored and recorded in the engine electronic controller. This
data may be downloaded by Lotus dealers on demand in order to
assist with fault diagnosis and identify any vehicle misuse.
Stopping the Engine
After running the engine at high speed or under heavy load and
generating substantial engine heat, if possible before switching
off the engine, drive for a short period in a gentler manner, or
allow the engine to idle for a few minutes in order for normal
temperatures to be resumed. This consideration will reduce
the effects of heat soak, and benefit the long term durability of
the powertrain.
Starting & Engine Break-In
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