⚠️ Lotus Eletre — Not applicable misfuel risk
No fuel filler for petrol or diesel. Wrong petroleum fluid in washer or other reservoirs still needs safe recovery.
If the engine was not started
Do not energise drivetrain if unknown petroleum liquid entered HV cooling loops — call dealer.
If the engine was started
Stop using vehicle; OEM inspection of affected circuits and cooling.
⚠️ Lotus position — Eletre
Follow OEM high-voltage safety procedures; contamination of non-fuel reservoirs per workshop manual.
Vehicle information
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Make | Lotus |
| Model | Eletre |
| Market status | Sold new in New Zealand |
| Body styles | SUV / saloon (electric) |
| Generations | Current NZ EV line-up |
| Engines | Electric: Battery electric — no petrol or diesel tank |
| Fuel tank capacity | Not applicable — no petrol or diesel tank |
| Fuel system | High-voltage battery; 12 V auxiliary system only |
| Access method | Not applicable for fuel tank |
| Anti-siphon | Not applicable |
| OEM service portal | Lotus diagnostic / OTA service |
OEM access procedure
- Identify which reservoir was filled incorrectly (e.g. washer fluid in coolant — not a misfuel but similar recovery workflow).
- Depower HV system per OEM lock-out/tag-out before work near electrical components.
- Drain or extract incorrect fluid, flush if specified, refill with correct specification.
- Verify no petroleum vapour in cabin — ventilate per HSWA 2015 and Hazardous Substances Regulations.
- Dispose of waste fluids under NZ hazardous waste duty of care via licensed carrier.
- Clear diagnostic faults and confirm 12 V system health before release.
Additional notes
- Charge port is separate from any legacy fuel cap — educate drivers on home charging only.
Frequently asked questions
Can I misfuel a Eletre?
There is no petrol or diesel tank; focus on correct washer/brake fluid and charging equipment.
Wrong fluid in the washer bottle?
Drain and flush per OEM spec; do not use petroleum solvents in washer reservoir.
HV safety after a fluid mistake?
Follow OEM depowering before work near orange cables; NZIFDA operators coordinate with franchised dealers when needed.
Need certified fuel contamination service?
Find an NZIFDA certified operator or read consumer guidance on wrong-fuel incidents.
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