Engine
In order to ensure the longevity and reliability of the vehicle, it is most important that only the specified lubricants are used.
Adhere strictly to both the quality standard and viscosity rating, for the temperature range in which the vehicle will operate before the next service.
The two most common oil quality classifications to be found labelled on oil containers, are API (American Petroleum Institute) and CCMC (Committee of Common Market Constructors).
If neither of these classifications, with the specified standard is quoted, do not use.
Oil change - distance ) whichever 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or
interval* - time ) sooner 12 months (NA), 6 months (Turbo)
Filter change interval* - N.A. At 6,000 miles then every 12,000 miles (20,000 km) or 12 months
- Turbo 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 6 months
* In severe service conditions (dusty areas, or cold, stop/start driving), change twice as frequently.
Capacity - refill including filter 3.5 litre (6.2 imp.pt; 3.7 US qt)
- refill without filter change 3.3 litre (5.8 imp.pt; 3.5 US qt)
Transmission (Gearbox & Final Drive Assembly)
Only approved product Mobil 1 RTS 9775 Fully Synthetic Motor Oil
Viscosity SAE 5W/30
Lotus part number A100F6036V
Oil change interval 30,000 miles (50,000 km)
Capacity - dry 1.9 litre (3.35 imp.pt; 2.0 US qt)
- refill 1.8 litre (3.2 imp.pt; 1.9 US qt)
Steering
Only approved product Nippon Oils 'Besco A.T.F. Dexron'
Lotus part number A100E6088V
Rear Hubs
Lubricant type Lithium complex grease
Consistency NLGI No.2
Brake System
Hydraulic fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4
Engine Coolant Additive
Type Ethylene Glycol blend
Concentration - recommended 40%
- minimum 25%
- max (severe climates) 60%
Quantity (at 40% concentration) 2.5 litre (4.4 imp.pt; 2.6 US qt)
In order to ensure the longevity and reliability of the vehicle, it is most important that only the specified lubricants are used.
Adhere strictly to both the quality standard and viscosity rating, for the temperature range in which the vehicle will operate before the next service.
The two most common oil quality classifications to be found labelled on oil containers, are API (American Petroleum Institute) and CCMC (Committee of Common Market Constructors).
If neither of these classifications, with the specified standard is quoted, do not use.
| Manufacturer | SAE | Viscosity |
API | CCMC |
| Above -20 degrees C | Below -20 degrees C | |||
| Preferred - various | 10W/30 | 5W/30 | SF/CD or SG | G2 or G3 |
| Alternatives - various | 15W/40 | 5W/30 | SF/CD or SG | G2 or G3 |
| Mobil 1 Rally formula | 5W/50 | 5W/50 | SG | G3 |
Oil change - distance ) whichever 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or
interval* - time ) sooner 12 months (NA), 6 months (Turbo)
Filter change interval* - N.A. At 6,000 miles then every 12,000 miles (20,000 km) or 12 months
- Turbo 6,000 miles (10,000 km) or 6 months
* In severe service conditions (dusty areas, or cold, stop/start driving), change twice as frequently.
Capacity - refill including filter 3.5 litre (6.2 imp.pt; 3.7 US qt)
- refill without filter change 3.3 litre (5.8 imp.pt; 3.5 US qt)
Transmission (Gearbox & Final Drive Assembly)
Only approved product Mobil 1 RTS 9775 Fully Synthetic Motor Oil
Viscosity SAE 5W/30
Lotus part number A100F6036V
Oil change interval 30,000 miles (50,000 km)
Capacity - dry 1.9 litre (3.35 imp.pt; 2.0 US qt)
- refill 1.8 litre (3.2 imp.pt; 1.9 US qt)
Steering
Only approved product Nippon Oils 'Besco A.T.F. Dexron'
Lotus part number A100E6088V
Rear Hubs
Lubricant type Lithium complex grease
Consistency NLGI No.2
Brake System
Hydraulic fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4
Engine Coolant Additive
Type Ethylene Glycol blend
Concentration - recommended 40%
- minimum 25%
- max (severe climates) 60%
Quantity (at 40% concentration) 2.5 litre (4.4 imp.pt; 2.6 US qt)