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How to Replace the Engine Oil in a Lotus Elise?

Model: Lotus Elise MK 2 - Years 2004-2009
Part: Engine oil

In this tutorial, see how to replace the engine oil in a Lotus Elise, a very simple and quick operation. First, lift the vehicle, taking all necessary safety precautions, then remove the lower protection panel by unscrewing all the relevant fixing bolts. Next, locate the drain tap, open it, and allow all the oil in the system to drain out. At this point, you can unscrew the old filter, tighten the replacement, reassemble everything, and add the new oil through the designated upper hole.

Updated on 5 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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