Lotus Service Bulletin

Class	111
Number	1971/22
Type	+2
Date	23.4.1971

Title:	Gearbox Noise
Reason:	To give a further reduction in noise level in interior of car
Parts Required:	Seal Felt	Part No. 050 F 6000 Part No. A050 B 1802
Price:	To be advised
Charges:	U . K. - Warranty EXPORT - Factory - Distributor	NO NO NO
Action:	It is recommended that where normal noises emitted from the gearbox are offensive to the ear, the following action be token: - Replace the existing lower seal of the gear lever aperture with the new seal (Part No. 050 F 6000) (see illustration). On 'S' models, replace the gearshift lever surround felt with the new felt (Part No. A050 B 1802), this new felt continuing forward behind the facia panel . On models other than 'S', it will be found advantageous to fit the felt, as none was fitted originally. Full instructions for removing and replacing the gearshift lever and tunnel top, for the fitting of felt and grommet, will be found in Sections 'B' and 'F' of the Workshop Manual.