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Kolla golvet på din Elise

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Ni kanske har läst om att det varit problem med "footwell corrosion" på Elise (endast S1 tror jag). Kolla nu under mattorna i bilen så att du inte har problemet.

Exempel på hur det kan se ut


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Elise Footwell Floor Corrosion

Lotus would like to reassure Elise owners that we are continuing to investigate the cosmetic corrosion of the top surface of the footwell floor panels experienced by a small proportion of cars when factory fitted with plastic floor covering. This condition may take the form of staining and/or deposits of either powder or a paste like substance in the footwell.

Our engineers have been working with the chassis manufacturer and a number of specialist institutes to identify the causes of this specific issue and provide our customers with an appropriate resolution.

We thank you for your continued patience and understanding whilst the necessary testing and validation of solutions are pursued. Lotus places a high value on the satisfaction and loyalty of its customers and it is for this reason that we wish to make sure that we have identified the possible causes and have verified that the solution we introduce is effective and inconveniences our customers as little as possible.

We would like to reassure our customers that the footwell floors are not part of the primary load bearing structure and therefore the integrity of the chassis is not compromised by this condition.

Once Lotus has completed its investigations, affected vehicles will be individually assessed and where necessary will be treated under warranty through the dealer network (subject to normal warranty terms and conditions). Until such time, owners may adopt the following routine maintenance practice:

Remove any footwell floor covering to reveal the alloy surface.

Using suitable hand and eye protection, wash the footwell floor and underside of the mat using a nylon brush and clean water (do not use soap solutions as these often have a high salt content).

Mop the floor using paper towels and allow the floor and mat to dry thoroughly before refitting the mat.

Refit the mat using a 25 mm wide strip of double sided tape only along the rear edge.

It is important to lift the mat periodically and wipe the floor and mat underside to ensure the area is kept dry.

No other action should be taken at this time in order to protect against possible interference with any future recommended treatment.

As soon as further news is available, this will be advised via the Lotus Cars website and via the dealer network.
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Post by DJ »

Dålig ytbehandling från fabrik, ser det ut som. Fast det kan nog vara riktigt svårt att få till en bra på en yta som utsätts för fukt (kondens om inte annat) och en viss nötning när mattor och skor gnuggas mot plåten.

Hursomhelst så är det ju bara kosmetiskt, aluminiumoxid är ett jättebra korrosionsskydd och det fortsätter inte att korrodera djupare i plåten. Inte alls som stål m.a.o.

Så även om golvet är lastbärande, vilket jag gissar att det är till viss del oavsett vad de skriver, är det inget som påverkar karossens prestanda (styvhet/hållfasthet).

/Daniel
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Jag kollade min i somras .. helt fläckfri. Tror att det är värre om bilen är parkerad utomhus varje natt, bilen är ju som vi vet inte helt regntät.

En ordentlig stund i lotusställningen för att få bort rester av den dubbelsidiga tejpen från golvet var en trevlig bonus.
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