Technical data

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Regular checks:
 Operation of lights, horn, direction indicators,
wipers, washers and warning lights.
 Operation of seat belts and brakes.
 Look for fluid deposits on the floor beneath the
car, which may indicate a fluid leak.
Weekly checks:
 Engine oil level.
 Cooling system level.
 Condition and pressure of tyres.
 Brake fluid levels.
 Clutch fluid levels.
 Screen washer reservoir level.
NOTE: Any significant or sudden drop in fluid levels, or
uneven tyre wear, should be reported to Caterham
Cars without delay.
Emission control
Your car is fitted with emission control equipment
designed to meet specific legal requirements. You
should be aware that unauthorised replacement,
modification or tampering with this equipment by an
owner or motor vehicle repairer, could be unlawful and
subject to legal penalties.
In addition, engine settings must not be tampered with.
These have been established to ensure that your car
complies with stringent exhaust emission regulations.
Incorrect engine settings may adversely affect exhaust
emissions, engine performance and fuel consumption,
as well as causing high temperatures, which could
result in damage to the catalytic converter and the car.
Safety in the garage
If you need to carry out maintenance on your vehicle,
observe the following safety precautions at all times:
WARNINGS!
 ALWAYS keep hands, tools and items of
clothing, clear of all drive belts and pulleys
 DO NOT touch exhaust or cooling system
components until they are cool.
 DO NOT touch electrical leads or components
with the ignition switch turned on.
 NEVER leave the engine running in an
unventilated area – exhaust gases are poisonous
and extremely dangerous.
 DO NOT work beneath the car with a vehicle
lifting jack as the only means of support. (See
axle stand positioning).
 Ensure sparks and naked lights are kept away
from the engine compartment.
 Remove all metal wrist bands and jewellery,
before working in the engine compartment and
NEVER allow the battery terminals, or leads, to
make contact with tools or other metal parts of
the car.
Figure 11:
Front Axle Stand
Positioning
Figure 12:
Rear Axle Stand
Positioning