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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS EFORE YOU DRIVE................1.1 DRIVING CONTROLS ................2.1 INSTRUMENTS..................3.1 COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE..........4.1 MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN ........... 5.1 VEHICLE DATA AND GLOSSARY ..........6.1 INDEX .........................7.1...
Page 4 McLaren, or when you need fitted to your McLaren and how to use those to your vehicle due to model variant, country to know a specific piece of data relating to controls to best effect during a journey.
Page 5 McLaren cars.mclaren.com/patents. Automotive Limited. Printed in United Kingdom, 13Q0071CP.01 The equipment fitted to your McLaren may vary from that shown depending on vehicle and market specification. Your McLaren may vary from the images shown depending on vehicle and market specification.
Page 6 INTRODUCTION Select the chapter required, this will take you Select the section required from the chapter GUIDE to access the information. to the chapter contents page. contents to access the required information. NOTE: Selecting the INDEX from the When the section is displayed, the screen can main contents page will navigate you to be scrolled by touching the screen and an alphabetical index of topics covered...
Page 7 INTRODUCTION Symbols Operating safety Owner!s handbook. These symbols are fitted to your McLaren interact with the main contents page. Selecting the each other. Tampering with these library button will return you to the library intended to give you an instant visual...
Page 8 • NOTE: Before you use your vehicle on measures have been deployed the track, consult your McLaren Retailer. driving in any other environment where • McLaren recommend that your vehicle sudden change of road surface height or is inspected before and after track use.
Page 9 INTRODUCTION Stored Data assist in recognizing and rectifying faults • vehicle which collect data and store it changes, this uses the airflow to cool the and defects vehicle. temporarily or permanently. This technical analyze vehicle functions, e.g. after an • data provides information relating to areas accident We recommend that time is allowed for your...
Page 10 • police or similar government office as part of the manufacturer!s defense in • case of legal proceedings as required by law • In addition, McLaren may use the collected or received diagnostic data: for McLaren!s research needs •...
Page 11 BEFORE YOU DRIVE OPENING AND CLOSING Opening a door....................1.5 Supplementary Restraint System............1.29 Locking a door ....................1.6 Child passengers................... 1.35 Mislock ......................... 1.7 Individual settings ................... 1.8 Locking and unlocking from inside............1.8 Interior mirror ....................1.38 Opening a door from inside................. 1.9 Exterior mirrors....................
Page 12: Opening And Closing
BEFORE YOU DRIVE PENING AND CLOSING General This device complies with Industry Canada by using the keyless entry feature, or by license-exempt RSS standard(s). pressing the appropriate button on the key Under Industry Canada regulations, this radio fob. transmitter may only operate using an The keyless entry feature requires the key to antenna of a type and maximum (or lesser) be within 3 feet 11 inches (1.2 meters) of the...
Page 13 BEFORE YOU DRIVE PENING AND CLOSING Keyless entry Four sensors detect where the key fob is around the vehicle. disarm the vehicle by simply opening the key fobs. The key fob allows you to remotely door when the key fob is within 3 feet lock and unlock the vehicle.
Page 14 BEFORE YOU DRIVE PENING AND CLOSING WARNING: The key fob allows the Outcome engine to be started and is also used Button to activate other features on the vehicle. If BOTH is selected, a single Take the key fob with you, every time press of the button unlocks you leave the vehicle.
Page 15: Opening A Door
BEFORE YOU DRIVE PENING AND CLOSING Opening a door Stowing the key fob NOTE: Because the door opens outwards and then upwards, ensure sufficient side and overhead clearance before opening fob stays on your person when you are in the a door, see Vehicle dimensions, car.
Page 16: Locking A Door
BEFORE YOU DRIVE PENING AND CLOSING Locking a door on the unlock button will automatically lower the windows. The windows will continue to lower until the unlock button is released or the windows are fully lowered. NOTE: If the vehicle is unlocked using the key fob but the doors or luggage compartment are not opened, the vehicle will relock after 30 seconds.
Page 17: Mislock
This will allow NOTE: When the door is opened the door you to connect a McLaren supplied glass will lower slightly to avoid contact battery charger to the charging point in with other parts of the vehicle.
Page 18: Individual Settings
BEFORE YOU DRIVE PENING AND CLOSING Individual settings Locking and unlocking from inside you can change the locking system so that only the driver!s door is unlocked, see Auto Door Lock, page 3.23. If only the driver!s door has been configured to unlock, the passenger!s door can only be unlocked by either pulling the passenger!s door internal handle, pressing the unlock...
Page 19: Opening A Door From Inside
BEFORE YOU DRIVE PENING AND CLOSING Opening a door from inside Closing a door 1. Pull door handle upwards, in direction of at any time, even if it has been locked. Open ensure that it latches securely. arrow, and push the door outwards until the doors only if the vehicle is stationary and the opening mechanism takes over.
Page 20: Automatic Locking
BEFORE YOU DRIVE PENING AND CLOSING Automatic locking automatically after the vehicle has driven away. NOTE: The doors unlock automatically in an accident if the force of the impact exceeds a predetermined level. The automatic locking function is selectable in the vehicle settings section of the instrument cluster, see Auto Door Lock, page 3.23.
Page 21: Service Cover
BEFORE YOU DRIVE PENING AND CLOSING Service Cover be very hot and there is a risk of severe burns. Only open the service cover from the side of the vehicle. WARNING: There is a risk of injury if the service cover is open, even when the engine is not running.
Page 22: Luggage Compartment
BEFORE YOU DRIVE PENING AND CLOSING Luggage compartment Closing NOTE: The luggage compartment is only open if the vehicle is stationary and located at the front of the vehicle. neutral is selected. be very hot and there is a risk of severe burns.
Page 23 BEFORE YOU DRIVE PENING AND CLOSING Closing The button is located in the front luggage compartment area. The button is illuminated button green when the car is awake and flashes when trapped as you close the luggage the vehicle is locked or shut down. This compartment.
Page 24: Immobilizer
BEFORE YOU DRIVE NTI-THEFT SYSTEM Alarm system Immobilizer alarm system is armed and any of the being started by an unauthorized person. following are opened: The vehicle is automatically immobilized a door when it senses that there is no key fob •...
Page 25 BEFORE YOU DRIVE NTI-THEFT SYSTEM Tow-away protection any attempt to steal the vehicle by suspended tow or by lifting onto a trailer. The alarm is triggered if the vehicle is raised or tilted in any way. Tow-away protection is armed approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle has been locked and is disarmed when the vehicle is unlocked.
Page 26 BEFORE YOU DRIVE NTI-THEFT SYSTEM Interior motion sensor NOTE: You cannot disable the interior and movement is detected inside, e.g. if motion sensor if the ignition is switched someone breaks a window or reaches into the animals are to remain in the locked vehicle. vehicle through an open window.
Page 27: Manual Seats
WARNING: McLaren Automotive does not recommend the use of child seats WARNING: Ensure that no one can in this vehicle, but if you choose to do become trapped as the seat moves.
Page 28: Racing Seats
BEFORE YOU DRIVE EATS Racing seats Manual seat backrest rake adjustment ight adjustment arward Adjustment injury, position the backrest as close as possible to vertical. NOTE: Do not recline the seat backrest so that it repeatedly contacts the rear bulkhead as this could lead to damage over time.
Page 29: Electric Seats
NOTE: Ensure there are no items of luggage in the footwell or behind, beneath or to the side of the seats, or your McLaren Retailer. the seats may be damaged. WARNING: Seat height adjustment should only be carried out by your McLaren Retailer.
Page 30 BEFORE YOU DRIVE EATS Electric seat backrest rake adjustment injury, position the backrest as close as possible to vertical. NOTE: When reclining the backrest, the seat base will automatically move forward, depending on its position relative to the rear bulkhead. If the seat base is moved backwards when the backrest is fully reclined, the backrest will automatically raise to prevent...
Page 31 BEFORE YOU DRIVE EATS Electric seat lumbar adjustment wheel positions can be stored for up to two drivers. NOTE: Exterior mirror and steering wheel positions can only be stored or recalled using the driver!s memory buttons. NOTE: Steering wheel position can only be stored or recalled if electric steering column is fitted.
Page 32 BEFORE YOU DRIVE EATS Recalling a memory position and steering wheel position, when the become trapped as the seat moves. vehicle is stationary. You may not be When comfort entry/exit is active, the driver!s able to observe road and traffic seat will move fully rearwards and to its lowest conditions this could lead to you position and the steering wheel will move...
Page 33 BEFORE YOU DRIVE EATS 3. If the seat or steering wheel are Return Seat, Pull left Stalk or Press OK to manually adjusted before the stalk is accessed using the Clear$ is displayed on the left-hand display. used, the function will be lost and will not climate control screen on IRIS.
Page 34: Electric Steering Wheel Adjustment
BEFORE YOU DRIVE TEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN Manual steering wheel adjustment Electric steering wheel adjustment your arms are slightly bent when you • wheel position when the vehicle is wheel position when the vehicle is hold the wheel stationary. You may not be able to stationary.
Page 35 BEFORE YOU DRIVE TEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN NOTE: The column control switch will only adjust the steering wheel in one direction at a time. steering wheel and column will move fully inwards (away from the driver) and to its Using the column control switch, position the highest position when the engine is off and steering wheel so that:...
Page 36: Horn
BEFORE YOU DRIVE TEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN Horn operate the horn. NOTE: The horn can be operated when the ignition is switched off.
Page 37 Position the lap belt across the hips, McLaren Retailer. fits closely across your pelvis by • beneath the abdomen and position pulling the shoulder belt upwards...
Page 38 WARNING: Do not insert the belt latch MUST not drive the vehicle. Contact into the passenger!s seat belt buckle your nearest McLaren Retailer if the passenger!s seat is unoccupied. immediately. The belt tensioners could be triggered in an accident.
Page 39: Supplementary Restraint System
BEFORE YOU DRIVE CCUPANT SAFETY Supplementary Restraint System Seat belt warning light WARNING: Air bags are not a substitute for correctly worn seat belts, they enhance the level of instrument cluster and a warning tone air bags: occupant protection offered by seat reminds vehicle occupants to fasten their driver!s front air bag in the steering •...
Page 40 McLaren Automotive Inc at: Ensure that the driver!s chest is at • least 10 inches (25 centimeters) from McLaren Automotive Inc.
Page 41 BEFORE YOU DRIVE CCUPANT SAFETY Front air bags console is NOT illuminated, see Occupant classification system - front passenger!s seat, page 1.32. to occupants if a side head air bag is triggered, ensure that: there are no other objects between •...
Page 42 BEFORE YOU DRIVE CCUPANT SAFETY Knee air bags offer additional protection for the knees and lower body of the occupant on the side of the vehicle on which the impact occurs. to occupants if a knee air bag is triggered, ensure that: NOTE: The passenger!s knee air bag is only deployed if the passenger!s seat is there are no other objects between...
Page 43 McLaren also restraint or allow anyone to occupy recommends that additional the seat. Please contact your nearest materials are not applied such as a...
Page 44 • replaced at your McLaren Retailer. 5 seconds after the engine is running occurrence of major impact injuries to the the light illuminates again, after the occupants.
Page 45: Child Passengers
Contact your McLaren Retailer for advice. injure themselves or they could be injured by a passing vehicle. Do not expose the child restraint...
Page 46 BEFORE YOU DRIVE CCUPANT SAFETY is fully rearwards and is positioned at the lowest height. A manual passenger!s seat does not have height adjustment. WARNING: If the child restraint system has not been fitted correctly, the child cannot be restrained in an accident or sudden braking and could be injured.
Page 47 BEFORE YOU DRIVE CCUPANT SAFETY seat belt carefully to avoid the engagement of the inertia lock. are designed to withstand only those 2. Pass the seat belt through the child loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no restraint as described by the child circumstances are they to be used for restraint manufacturer and engage the adult seat belts, harnesses or for...
Page 48: Interior Mirror
BEFORE YOU DRIVE IRRORS Safety Interior mirror Exterior mirrors iving, adjust all mirrors to give the best possible view exterior mirrors have convex glass of road and traffic conditions. fitted. This type of mirror enlarges the field of vision, but reduces the size of the image.
Page 49 BEFORE YOU DRIVE IRRORS Adjusting mirrors reverse is engaged. This provides a view of the 2. Rotate the control to position (3) to fold ground to the rear of the vehicle. See Reverse the mirrors. Mirror Dip, page 3.24. 3. To unfold the mirrors rotate the control away from position (3).
Page 50 BEFORE YOU DRIVE IGHTING Exterior lighting 1. License plate lamp 2. Headlamp lo beam 2. Stop lamp/Tail lamp/Turn signal 3. Turn signal/Daytime running 3. Central high mounted stop lamp lamp/Sidelamp 4. Side marker lamp 4. Side turn signal 5. Reflector 5.
Page 51: Light Switch
BEFORE YOU DRIVE IGHTING Light switch Rotate the control to position (A) for off, the lo beam headlamps will also automatically in foggy conditions. automatic light control. switch off dependent on ambient light conditions. Automatic light control is only an aid, Rotate the control to position (1) for you are responsible for the vehicle!s sidelamps or position (2) for headlamps.
Page 52: Hi Beam Headlamps
(2). The hi beam headlamps warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster. NOTE: On your McLaren, the same headlight lo beam setting applies for Pull the stalk towards you, to revert to lo driving on either the left-hand or beams.
Page 53: Daytime Running Lamps
BEFORE YOU DRIVE IGHTING Daytime running lamps Rear fog lamp NOTE: With the light switch in position lamps which, along with the tail lights, when lo beam headlamps are on. (A) and the rear fog lights switched on, illuminate automatically when the ignition is the lo beam headlamps will also switch Ensure that the lo beam headlamps are switched on even if all lights are switched off.
Page 54: Turn Signals
BEFORE YOU DRIVE IGHTING Turn signals Hazard warning lamps ignition is switched off. As a safety feature, they switch on automatically when an air bag resistance is felt when changing lanes on a is triggered. motorway. The appropriate turn signal flashes three times.
Page 55: Parking Lights
BEFORE YOU DRIVE IGHTING Parking lights right-hand side until resistance is felt. been switched on automatically, press The selected parking lights will then be the hazard warning lamps button once deactivated. to switch them off. NOTE: This will allow parking lights on both sides to be active at same time, and also allows one side to be deactivated, whilst keeping the opposite side...
Page 56 BEFORE YOU DRIVE ASHERS AND WIPERS Windscreen wipers (3), to operate the wipers at slow speed. 2. Move the wiper stalk to the required position Return the stalk to position (1) to switch off. NOTE: If the windscreen wipers are switched on and the vehicle comes to a (4), to halt, the windscreen wipers...
Page 57 NOTE: The position of the washer jets are set during vehicle manufacture and should not need adjusting. If a problem occurs, consult your McLaren Retailer. wiper stalk and release. The wipers will The windscreen washers and wipers will operate once at slow speed, without initially operate at a slow speed while the stalk washers.
Page 58 BEFORE YOU DRIVE ASHERS AND WIPERS Wiper park positions are two alternative positions. Ensure the vehicle is in accessory mode. Pull the wiper control stalk towards you, the wipers will move through the following park positions each time the stalk is pulled: risk of damage to the wiper arms during periods of heavy snowfall and provide access for easier cleaning of accumulated snow.
Page 59 Do not drive menu. the vehicle at high speed and contact your McLaren Retailer as soon as See Nose Lift, page 3.12, for full information. possible. The front suspension can be left fully raised for extended periods, but it may relax to a lower level over time.
Page 63: Driving Controls
Using cruise control ..................2.40 Parking Sensors..................... 2.16 Canceling cruise control................2.41 Rear View Camera (RVC)................2.17 Increasing cruise speed ................2.42 McLaren Track Telemetry ................. 2.18 Reducing cruise speed................2.42 Resuming a stored speed................2.43 Gear positions ....................2.20 t..............2.44 Accelerator pedal position................
Page 64 DRIVING CONTROLS TARTING AND DRIVING Vehicle electrical status following statuses according to the criteria START/STOP button button is pressed, when car is detailed. pressed, when the car is in Sleep mode. in Accessory mode. NOTE: The engine can be started from Time, odometer reading and battery status NOTE: There is no timeout with ignition any of the following states, except...
Page 65: Switching On The Ignition
DRIVING CONTROLS TARTING AND DRIVING Switching on the ignition 3. The ignition will switch on, the oil vehicle. temperature, water temperature and fuel gauges will operate and several of the warning lights will illuminate as a self-test. The instrument cluster will fully illuminate.
Page 66: Instruments And Warning Lights
DRIVING CONTROLS TARTING AND DRIVING Instruments and Warning Lights categories, according to the color that they illuminate. RED, AMBER or YELLOW - indicates that a • fault has been detected. A fault indicated by a RED light is more important than one displayed in AMBER or YELLOW.
Page 67 DRIVING CONTROLS TARTING AND DRIVING (TPMS), page 2.37 Turn signals, page 1.44 Seat belt warning light, page 1.29 Rear fog lamp, page 1.43 Hi beam headlamps, page 1.42 Sidelamps, page 1.42 Supplementary Restraint System warning light, page 1.34 menus.
Page 68 DRIVING CONTROLS TARTING AND DRIVING Right-hand Display Overview page 2.34 Turn signals, page 1.44 Engine warning light, page 2.14 Anti-lock Braking System status light, page 2.32 Brake warning light, page 2.10 Parking brake status, page 2.9 2. Water Temperature, page 3.36 3.
Page 69: Seamless Shift Gearbox Gear Positions
DRIVING CONTROLS TARTING AND DRIVING Seamless shift gearbox gear positions NOTE: If reverse or drive is selected at manual mode. Automatic mode is selected speeds above 6 mph (10 kph), the unless the driver chooses manual mode, see transmission will engage neutral, as a Gear changes will be automatic, unless Manual/Automatic mode, page 2.21.
Page 70 DRIVING CONTROLS TARTING AND DRIVING Gearshift paddles As an alternative, upshifts can be made will then go down through all gears by pushing the left-hand paddle away sequentially until the optimum gear is from you and downshifts can be made reached or you release the paddle.
Page 71: Parking Brake
DRIVING CONTROLS TARTING AND DRIVING Parking brake slopes, turn the front wheels towards the kerb. When parking on steep uphill slopes, turn the front wheels away from the kerb. is flashing, the parking brake has failed to engage/disengage. To resolve, engage/disengage the parking brake again.
Page 72: Brake Pedal
Stop the vehicle as soon as safety parking brake can be applied in all them. permits and contact your McLaren Retailer ignition states, including car asleep. WARNING: Do not rest your foot on immediately.
Page 73: Starting/Stopping The Engine
DRIVING CONTROLS TARTING AND DRIVING Starting/stopping the engine the vehicle is in an enclosed space. Exhaust fumes contain poisonous position to lock the gears. The parking carbon monoxide. Breathing exhaust brake is the only means of preventing fumes could lead to unconsciousness the vehicle moving.
Page 74 DRIVING CONTROLS TARTING AND DRIVING when conditions allow in order to reduce fuel consumption and exhaust gas emissions and restarts it again when required. The following conditions must be met for the system to automatically stop the engine: driver is detected as present •...
Page 75 DRIVING CONTROLS TARTING AND DRIVING NOTE: The system is active by default when the brake pedal is depressed and the when the ignition is switched on, even if vehicle has come to a complete stop. it has been previously deactivated. The engine will automatically restart when the brake pedal is released.
Page 76: Driving
Stop the vehicle as soon as positions, page 2.20. NOTE: The doors will lock when the safety permits and contact your McLaren 3. Keep the brake pedal depressed and vehicle reaches a speed of Retailer immediately.
Page 77: Exhaust Temperature Monitoring
The vehicle speed should be reduced as soon If the warnings persist, contact your McLaren NOTE: Not available in all markets, as this message is observed. Refrain from Retailer.
Page 78: Parking Sensors
DRIVING CONTROLS TARTING AND DRIVING Parking Sensors The light around the parking sensors button NOTE: The parking sensors are for will illuminate red to indicate that parking guidance only and are not intended to sensors are active. replace the driver!s visual checks for obstructions when maneuvering.
Page 79: Rear View Camera (Rvc)
If the sensors are obscured by dirt, ice or snow, clean them. If the problem persists, contact your McLaren Retailer. A colored grid is overlaid onto the live video the center of the rear bumper. The live video...
Page 80: Mclaren Track Telemetry
(3 meters) from the rear of the vehicle, with additional lines at 6.6 feet (2 meters) and 3.3 feet (1 meter). The yellow box will curve, in The McLaren Track Telemetry system relation to steering angle, indicating the provides timing data recording and current path of the vehicle.
Page 81 TARTING AND DRIVING Different drivers can be associated with each recording. An optional camera system is integrated • to offer interior and exterior views of track driving. To launch the application, navigate to the APPS screen and select MCLAREN TRACK TELEMETRY.
Page 82: Gear Positions
DRIVING CONTROLS EAMLESS SHIFT GEARBOX Overview Gear positions When drive is selected and the brakes are Seamless Shift Gearbox that can be operated released, the vehicle will begin to move slowly in automatic or manual mode. without any throttle use making it useful for parking maneuvers and for moving off in Automatic mode is selected unless the driver queuing traffic.
Page 83: Accelerator Pedal Position
DRIVING CONTROLS EAMLESS SHIFT GEARBOX Accelerator pedal position Manual/Automatic mode Seamless Shift Gearbox changes gear. (10 kph), neutral can be selected by pressing the "N! button. With light accelerator pedal use, upshifts are made at lower engine speeds. With firmer When reverse is selected and the brakes accelerator pedal use, upshifts are made at are released, the vehicle will begin to...
Page 84 For setting options see Performance Shift powertrain and handling modes. each within an eight second period. The Cue (PSC), page 3.23. gearbox mode indicator displays A/M, see NOTE: Not available in all markets, Gear Position Indicator, page 3.35. consult your McLaren Retailer.
Page 85 DRIVING CONTROLS EAMLESS SHIFT GEARBOX NOTE: The single-piece paddle and To immediately shift to the lowest possible has elapsed without a manual gear central pivot enables upshifts and gear whilst the vehicle is moving, select and change being made, the gearbox will downshifts to be made using either hold a downshift on the paddle.
Page 86: Active Button
DRIVING CONTROLS ANDLING AND POWERTRAIN CONTROLS Active dynamics control Active button 3. Active button, page 2.24 switches, on the active dynamics panel, allow the driver to change the handling and 4. Eco Start-Stop system, page 2.12 performance characteristics of the vehicle. 5.
Page 87: Handling Control
DRIVING CONTROLS ANDLING AND POWERTRAIN CONTROLS Handling control following vehicle characteristics: the controls on the active dynamics panel will also switch off. The handling Adaptive damping • and powertrain control settings will be ESC settings • remembered but it will be necessary to press the ACTIVE button again to operate the controls when the ignition is next switched on or the vehicle will...
Page 88 DRIVING CONTROLS ANDLING AND POWERTRAIN CONTROLS Settings The mode selected will remain active, until the selection is changed, the ignition is switched off, or the active dynamics panel is Suspension at its softest deactivated. setting, offers a compliant N Normal ride while maintaining good NOTE: If all the following conditions are body control through corners.
Page 89: Powertrain Control
DRIVING CONTROLS ANDLING AND POWERTRAIN CONTROLS Powertrain control Gear changes are configured to offer the optimum economy without sacrificing the vehicle!s inherent performance. Gear changes will occur at a higher engine speed and with a reduced shift duration and Sport are further enhanced with cylinder cut.
Page 90 DRIVING CONTROLS ANDLING AND POWERTRAIN CONTROLS Depending on the current active shift instrument cluster will change strategy, the word "NORMAL!, "SPORT! or dependent on the powertrain mode "TRACK! changes color to green when selected. See Handling and Powertrain economy mode is active. For information on Display, page 3.35.
Page 91: Launch Control
If the service cover are closed, and the warning message remains, contact your prevailing conditions are suitable for McLaren Retailer. performing maximum acceleration maneuvers. NOTE: Launch mode is only available if the following conditions are met:...
Page 92 DRIVING CONTROLS ANDLING AND POWERTRAIN CONTROLS NOTE: To abort launch control release 7. Launch control will operate if procedure the brake pedal before pressing the has been followed correctly until accelerator pedal or wait for aborted. approximately 100 seconds until launch NOTE: Whilst in launch control, the control is deactivated.
Page 93: Anti-Lock Braking System
DRIVING CONTROLS RIVING SAFETY SYSTEMS General Anti-lock Braking System NOTE: In winter conditions, the following safety systems: wheels from locking when you brake. This maximum effect of the Anti-lock Braking System, brake assist system and allows the vehicle to be steered during Anti-lock Braking System •...
Page 94 Do not drive your vehicle, contact your the brakes and thus shortens the stopping braking performance. McLaren Retailer as soon as possible. distance. WARNING: If the Anti-lock Braking Continue to depress the brake pedal firmly...
Page 95: Hill Hold Control
DRIVING CONTROLS RIVING SAFETY SYSTEMS Hill hold control Brake-steer Electronic brake pre-fill vehicle on a hill, this function will continue to vectoring differential, but is integrated into the electronic brake pre-fill function apply the brakes for two seconds after the the braking system reducing weight and immediately brings the brake pads into pedal is released to assist a smooth start.
Page 96: Electronic Stability Control
DRIVING CONTROLS RIVING SAFETY SYSTEMS Electronic Stability Control WARNING: Do not deactivate stability and traction between the tires and Electronic Stability Control unless on the road surface. a track and prevailing conditions are of Electronic Stability Control. suitable. Electronic stability control detects when a The traction control system reduces engine wheel starts to spin or the vehicle starts to NOTE: When you deactivate Electronic...
Page 97 DRIVING CONTROLS RIVING SAFETY SYSTEMS Dynamic ESC modes adjusted to various dynamic modes to suit The Electronic Stability Control is ON by 2. If not already in a dynamic ESC mode, the driver!s requirements and is dependent default. press the ESC OFF button briefly to on the handling mode currently active.
Page 98 DRIVING CONTROLS RIVING SAFETY SYSTEMS Reactivating Electronic Stability Control reactivated, the Electronic Stability Control OFF warning light in the instrument cluster extinguishes. NOTE: Electronic Stability Control is automatically reactivated when the ignition is next switched off and on again. Electronic Stability Control: Press the ESC OFF button briefly, the •...
Page 99: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
McLaren located within the vehicle. Communication on the vehicle placard or tire inflation retailer. between the sensors and the receiver is via pressure label.
Page 100 WARNING: TPMS is not a substitute checked at your McLaren Retailer. for proper tire maintenance, and it is Driving on an under-inflated tire will the driver!s responsibility to maintain...
Page 101 DRIVING CONTROLS RIVING SAFETY SYSTEMS Tire Temperature Monitoring System temperature appears in green, no action is operation required. If it appears in red, the safe operating temperature of the tires has been exceeded. Reduce speed or stop the vehicle Temperature Monitoring System will display until the temperatures are at a safe level, i.e.
Page 102: Using Cruise Control
DRIVING CONTROLS RUISE CONTROL Overview Using cruise control road and traffic conditions, when cruise control is activated, and always travel at a speed which is safe for the current conditions. Never use cruise control on winding or slippery roads or when visibility is poor, e.g.
Page 103: Canceling Cruise Control
DRIVING CONTROLS RUISE CONTROL Canceling cruise control NOTE: Cruise control is canceled cruise is engaged and do not override automatically if Electronic Stability cruise for extended periods. Control detects wheel spin or vehicle Releasing the accelerator in these skid or if Electronic Stability Control is circumstances could lead to the switched off.
Page 104: Increasing Cruise Speed
DRIVING CONTROLS RUISE CONTROL Increasing cruise speed Reducing cruise speed NOTE: If you decelerate using the cruise control stalk, the gearbox may shift down to increase the rate of deceleration. Downshifting manually using the gear change paddles will not disengage cruise control.
Page 105: Resuming A Stored Speed
DRIVING CONTROLS RUISE CONTROL Resuming a stored speed speed if it is appropriate for the current road and traffic conditions. Sudden acceleration could endanger yourself and others. Pull the cruise control stalk briefly towards you. Cruise control will adjust the vehicle!s speed to the last speed stored.
Page 106 DRIVING CONTROLS CTIVE SPEED LIMITER (ASL) Setting an upper speed limit responsibility to keep within proper speed limits. WARNING: The ASL feature may allow the vehicle to exceed the upper speed limit in certain situations, for example when descending steep gradients.
Page 107: Normal/Road Use
DRIVING CONTROLS UNNING IN Running in Normal/Road use After the 625 miles (1,000 km) running in Allow the engine to warm up before when the vehicle is new or if any of these driving at high engine speeds and high period, you may gradually use the vehicle!s components have been replaced.
Page 108: Track Use
DRIVING CONTROLS UNNING IN Track use during the running in period. Before you use your vehicle on the track, consult your McLaren Retailer. McLaren recommend that your vehicle is inspected before and after track use.
Page 109 DRIVING CONTROLS EFUELLING Filling with fuel 5. Do not continue to fill the tank after the Fire, naked flames, smoking and pump nozzle switches off. using a cell phone are prohibited 6. Remove the nozzle. when handling fuels. Switch off the 7.
Page 110 DRIVING CONTROLS EFUELLING Filling with the fuel funnel WARNING: Take care to avoid spillages and overfilling. Ensure any spillages are cleaned immediately. used when filling the fuel tank from 8. Remove the nozzle. sources other than a gas station fuel pump.
Page 111: Recommended Fuel
DRIVING CONTROLS EFUELLING Recommended fuel No use of methanol is allowed. In areas where octane ratings can be posted on the 94 AKI rated fuel is unavailable, use unleaded pumps. The octane rating shown is an premium grade gasoline with a minimum average of Research Octane Number octane rating of 91 AKI.
Page 112 WARNING: Replace winter tires with a following: McLaren vehicles. If you are intending to fit tread depth of less than 4 mm snow socks, bear the following points in mind: checking the antifreeze/anti-corrosion immediately.
Page 115: Instruments
Trip Computer....................3.8 Vehicle Info ......................3.9 Nose Lift ......................3.12 Settings......................3.16 Navigation......................3.27 McLaren Track Telemetry ................. 3.27 Messages......................3.28 Gear Position Indicator................3.35 Handling and Powertrain Display ............3.35 Electronic Stability Control Mode Display........... 3.35 Water Temperature..................3.36...
Page 116: Tachometer
NOTE: Do not operate the engine at or electrics. Contact your McLaren near its maximum speed for a significant Retailer immediately. Use of the length of time. The fuel supply is cut off...
Page 117: Speedometer
INSTRUMENTS VERVIEW Speedometer tal display situated centrally within the instrument cluster when in Normal Powertrain and Handling modes. When Sport or Track Powertrain or Handling modes are selected, the speedometer style will change to suite the selected mode. See Display Window, page 3.32. NOTE: The speedometer changes from mph to kph when the units are changed from miles to kilometers, see Units,...
Page 118 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY Overview instrument screen. The stored messages can be viewed at any time when the ignition is on, see Error Messages, page 3.9. WARNING: Operating and browsing menus whilst the vehicle is in motion could make you unable to observe road and traffic conditions and could cause an accident.
Page 119 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY See Trip Computer, page 3.8 See Settings, page 3.16 See Vehicle Info, page 3.9 See Navigation, page 3.27...
Page 120 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY Navigate through a category (SCROLL + or -) to highlight your choice. 2. Pull the stalk towards you (FORWARD) to enter your selection. 3. Then select the topic of interest from the list, move the control stalk up or down (SCROLL + or -) to highlight your choice.
Page 121: Home Screen
INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY Home Screen Home screen, see Language, page 3.17. details refer to Defaults, page 3.26. vehicle has traveled. displayed is above freezing point, the current journey. Refer to Trip Computer, road surface may still be icy. You page 3.8 for more details. should always adapt your driving style and speed to suit the weather conditions.
Page 122: Trip Computer
INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY Trip Computer Journey Trip information. fuel consumption since the last trip reset. fuel consumption for the current journey. The hours displayed is the time that the The time displayed is the time that the engine engine has been running since the last trip has been running in the current journey.
Page 123: Vehicle Info
McLaren Track Telemetry, page 3.10 • service has been carried out, the display will Oil Status, page 3.10 • be reset by your McLaren Retailer. Battery Status, page 3.11 • If a service becomes overdue, the display will Vehicle Identification, page 3.11 •...
Page 124 Inspect the tire(s) for any possible causes of Select "OFF! to disable the lap timer view. reduced pressure or increased temperature. See McLaren Track Telemetry, page 3.27. Press the OK button on the end of the control stalk to confirm your choice.
Page 125 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY Battery Status status. To charge the battery, see Charging the battery, page 5.13.
Page 126: Nose Lift
If nose lift is used when in motion, slight vehicle at high speed and contact your adjustments to the steering feel may be McLaren Retailer as soon as possible. experienced, this is normal and does not The Nose Lift menu displays the following affect the operation of the vehicle.
Page 127 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY inhibited when vehicle lift is lowering or raising. NOTE: Nose lift will be unavailable if launch mode is active. Hold the menu control stalk up for one second to quickly access the menu. A confirmation tone will be heard. The nose lift screen display will exit after the timeout duration has been exceeded back to home screen if there is no activity on the...
Page 128 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY confirmation tone is heard. "Ride Height: Raised! appears on the instrument screen and stationary, the engine must be running the nose lift icon is illuminated while the and the driver!s door must be fully vehicle remains raised. closed.
Page 129 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY If there is no further activity, the Vehicle lower text display will exit after the timeout duration has been exceeded. To set the timeout to home screen duration, see Language, page 3.17. menu control stalk upwards. The nose will start to raise, and the information displayed on the instrument cluster will confirm the change.
Page 130: Settings
INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY Settings units of measurement. Settings screen: Display Setup: Display Set-up, page 3.16 Distance - select miles or km. Units, page 3.16 • • Lighting, page 3.18 Time & Date, page 3.17 Speed - select mph or kph. •...
Page 131 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY liters. The setting for your vehicle depends on the country or region where the vehicle was purchased. The units can be changed individually at any time. Press the OK button on the end of the control stalk to confirm your selections. NOTE: This feature also sets the units for the trip computer.
Page 132 Lighting, page 3.19. "NOT SUPPORTED! will appear in the display. and unlocking the vehicle. Consult your McLaren Retailer for further Select the entry or exit lighting time from the assistance. instrument cluster screen, set the required time and press the OK button on the end of the control stalk to confirm your selection.
Page 133 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY Internal Lighting A gauge will appear. Move the control stalk up or down (SCROLL + or -) to highlight your preferred brightness level. Intake Sound Generator (ISG), page 3.20 • Press the OK button on the end of the control Valet Mode, page 3.22 •...
Page 134 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY Intake Sound Generator (ISG) Select the mode that you wish to change and Move the menu control stalk up or down a gauge showing the current ISG sound level (SCROLL + or -) to achieve your preferred for that mode will appear.
Page 135 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY NOTE: These are the default settings for each mode, but you can apply any level of sound to any powertrain mode.
Page 136 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY Valet Mode To enter the PIN, press the control stalk up or down until the first digit required appears in the display, then press the OK button on the end of the control stalk to confirm your choice.
Page 137 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY Reverse Select Tone Press the OK button on the end of the control stalk to confirm your choice. audible indication that reverse gear has been navigation turn-by-turn guidance will be selected. If "OFF! is selected, the tone will be displayed on the left-hand display if route disabled.
Page 138 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY Door Unlock START/STOP door will unlock when the vehicle is unlocked button illumination will pulse, when the with either the key fob or door button. vehicle is in Awake, Accessory or Ignition status. See Vehicle electrical status, page 2.2. When "BOTH! is selected, both doors will If "OFF! is selected, the illumination pulse will unlock when the vehicle is unlocked using...
Page 139 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY reverse is selected: 1. Switch the ignition on. With "AUTOMATIC! selected, wiper operation in the Auto position will be controlled by the 2. Select "BOTH! or "PASSENGER! in the rain sensor. mirror dip section of the cluster. 3.
Page 140 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY Wiper Sensitivity sensitivity setting. Move the control stalk up the OK button on the end of the control stalk or down (SCROLL + or -) to achieve your to confirm that you wish to reset to the preferred setting for the wiper operation.
Page 141: Navigation
2. Total distance to destination remaining 3. Current lap delta time temporary or new speed restrictions in 3. Total time to destination remaining 4. Best lap time place. 5. Last lap time See McLaren Track Telemetry, page 2.18.
Page 142: Messages
Brake Fluid Level Low Top up brake fluid, see Brake fluid, page 5.8. Climate Control Fault The climate control system is not functioning correctly. Please contact your McLaren Retailer. See CLIMATE CONTROL, page 4.4. Go to McLaren Service Center Clutch Over Temperature The vehicle has been subject to extreme operating conditions.
Page 143 Go to McLaren Service Center driving in this condition, the braking and traction control related driving aids will not be fully functional. Please contact your McLaren Retailer, see Electronic Stability Control, page 2.34. ESC Not Reinstated The ESC has not been reactivated. Care should be taken while driving in this condition, the braking and traction control related driving aids will not be fully functional.
Page 144 INSTRUMENTS EFT-HAND DISPLAY Message Action Stop the vehicle and inspect wheels and tires, see Inspecting wheels and tires, page 5.34. Over Inflated Front Right Tire Stop the vehicle and inspect wheels and tires, see Inspecting wheels and tires, page 5.34. Over Temperature Front Right Tire Stop the vehicle and inspect wheels and tires, see Inspecting wheels and tires, page 5.34.
Page 145 Care should be taken while driving in this condition. To Engine Restart Required reinstate full performance please stop the vehicle and restart the engine. If the problem persists, contact your McLaren Retailer. See Limphome mode, page 2.14.
Page 146 INSTRUMENTS ENTRAL DISPLAY Display Window For more information regarding individual visual access to the control settings and functions see: current performance values of the vehicle. LEFT-HAND DISPLAY, page 3.4 • The central display, as indicated above, is CENTRAL DISPLAY, page 3.32 •...
Page 147 INSTRUMENTS ENTRAL DISPLAY Sport Mode For more information regarding individual visual access to the control settings and functions see: current performance values of the vehicle. LEFT-HAND DISPLAY, page 3.4 • The central display, as indicated above, is CENTRAL DISPLAY, page 3.32 •...
Page 148 INSTRUMENTS ENTRAL DISPLAY Track Mode For more information regarding individual visual access to the control settings and functions see: current performance values of the vehicle. LEFT-HAND DISPLAY, page 3.4 • The central display, as indicated above, is CENTRAL DISPLAY, page 3.32 •...
Page 149: Gear Position Indicator
INSTRUMENTS ENTRAL DISPLAY Gear Position Indicator Handling and Powertrain Display Electronic Stability Control Mode Display ndling and powertrain position selected: Neutral, Gear 1-7, or mode selected is displayed. For more selected is displayed. For more information Reverse. The indicator will also show A or M information on the different settings that are on the different settings that are available, depending on whether Automatic or Manual...
Page 150: Water Temperature
RED, a warning message will appear in the central display. Stop the vehicle as soon as safety permits and contact your McLaren Retailer immediately. a colored gauge on the right-hand side of the form of a colored gauge on the right-hand instrument cluster.
Page 151: Fuel Level And Range
Stop the vehicle as soon as safety permits and vehicle requires refuelling. contact your McLaren Retailer. colored gauge on the right-hand side of the instrument cluster. The gauge is green when there is more than approximately 2.9 gallons (11 liters) of fuel...
Page 155: Comfort And Convenience
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE WINDOWS Opening and closing..................4.2 Entry lighting....................4.14 Exit lighting ..................... 4.15 Stowage nets....................4.15 Stowage compartments................4.17 Controls ....................... 4.4 Cup holders..................... 4.18 Modes of Operation ..................4.5 Owner documentation................4.19 A/C (Screen) Button ..................4.7 Sun visors......................
Page 156: Opening And Closing
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE INDOWS Safety Opening and closing trapped as you open or close the engine to be started and is also used windows. Do not rest any part of your to activate other features on the body against the window. There is a vehicle.
Page 157 Pull both switches upwards until the windows ignition is switched on. are closed and hold them in this position for 5 seconds. The windows are now reset. If this does not resolve the issue, please contact your McLaren Retailer immediately.
Page 158: Controls
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE LIMATE CONTROL Overview Controls mode or settings can be adjusted manually. The combination filter reduces the quantity of dust and pollutants entering the vehicle. WARNING: Follow the recommended settings given for heating or cooling. If the windows mist up, you may no longer be able to observe road and traffic conditions and could cause an accident.
Page 159: Modes Of Operation
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE LIMATE CONTROL Modes of Operation Climate Controls 2. Heated mirror button system maintains the set interior 3. AUTO/AUTO LO button temperature using a combination of differing 4. Air conditioning (A/C) button blower speeds, air recirculation and air 5.
Page 160 COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE LIMATE CONTROL the air distribution of the AUTO LO mode will be activated again. The driver can exit MONO mode at any time the climate control system, touch the Pressing the AUTO button a second time will by a single touch of the MONO button.
Page 161: A/C (Screen) Button
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE LIMATE CONTROL A/C (Screen) Button Demisting/Defrosting Touch the demist button again to exit the of air. It is used by max-cooling and defrosting demist mode. The icon on the button modes. extinguishes, and the air temperature and blower speed return to their original settings.
Page 162: Temperature Control
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE LIMATE CONTROL Temperature Control Air Recirculation Mode To set the temperature to maximum, touch the + button until "HI! is displayed. In AUTO mode, the climate control system adjusts the air temperature to the highest setting, the blower speed is set to maximum and air is directed to the footwells.
Page 163: Blower Speed Control
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE LIMATE CONTROL Blower Speed Control Touch the + button to increase the blower prevent the windows misting. speed, or touch the - button to decrease blower speed. Alternatively, touch the fan Touch the air recirculation button, to activate icon and drag it to the desired setting.
Page 164: Air Distribution Settings
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE LIMATE CONTROL Air Distribution Settings Heated seats constantly monitor the seat temperature. WARNING: The heated seats will not switch off automatically once it reaches its optimum temperature dependent on the level selected. Please ensure the switch of the heated seat function is turned off once the desired heat/period of heat has been achieved.
Page 165: Heated Mirror
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE LIMATE CONTROL Heated mirror NOTE: Seat heating is only available when the engine is running. If seat heating is not available, the button will appear greyed out. NOTE: Seat heating will switch off automatically when the engine is stopped by the Eco Start-Stop System, but will resume heating when the engine restarts.
Page 166: System Calibration
#Calibrating$ message is shown on the display and system operation is inhibited. Calibration should take no more than a minute and when complete the #Calibrating$ message will disappear from the display. If the #Calibrating$ message does not disappear, contact your McLaren Retailer.
Page 167: In The Event Of A Theft
In the event of a theft Jack Vehicle Recovery System. If you need stolen, report the theft to the local Police further clarification, contact your McLaren authority including the details of the VIN. Retailer. 2. The theft is then recognized by the NCIC...
Page 168: Entry Lighting
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE NTERIOR FEATURES Interior lighting Entry lighting when you approach the vehicle. (1) or (3) to switch on the desired reading light. When the vehicle is unlocked, the headlamps and tail lamps illuminate for a period of time For gradual reading illumination, press and or until the ignition is switched on.
Page 169: Exit Lighting
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE NTERIOR FEATURES Exit lighting Stowage nets WARNING: Do not use the stowage when you leave the vehicle by illuminating net to transport any heavy, sharp- the headlamps and tail lamps for a period of edged or breakable objects. time.
Page 170 COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE NTERIOR FEATURES WARNING: Do not use the stowage passenger!s stowage net are as follows: net to transport any heavy, sharp- edged or breakable objects. Maximum item size 1 - 9.84 in Height x • Occupants could be injured by 7.87 in Width x 0.79 in Depth.
Page 171: Stowage Compartments
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE NTERIOR FEATURES Stowage compartments WARNING: The stowage compartment NOTE: Always close the stowage must be closed when items are stored compartment when leaving the vehicle, in it. Occupants could be injured by or the interior motion sensor (if fitted) objects being thrown around during will not function.
Page 172: Cup Holders
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE NTERIOR FEATURES Cup holders Door stowage compartments WARNING: The stowage compartment must not be opened when the door is open as there is a risk of objects falling out. driver!s seat for storing small items. storage of closed drink containers when on a journey.
Page 173: Owner Documentation
IRIS user guide - provides information on • how to operate all the functions of the IRIS system fitted to your McLaren. from bright sunlight as you are driving. personal mirror. These documents can be stored in a slot...
Page 174: Accessory Power Sockets
20 Amps and is the only one that can be used compartment and has a maximum load rating to connect a McLaren supplied battery of 15 Amps. charger. NOTE: Do not connect a battery charger NOTE: Do not leave any device (except a to the interior accessory socket.
Page 175: Usb Sockets
USB sockets NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with Video and telemetry data from the MTT McLaren Track Telemetry (MTT), USB application will be saved to the USB flash drive socket 3 will be replaced with a connected to this socket.
Page 179: Maintaining Your Mclaren
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN FLUID TOPPING UP ttery .............. 5.24 Gearbox oil level ....................5.5 Starting the vehicle..................5.26 Coolant......................... 5.6 Door opening from inside - discharged battery....... 5.26 Power steering fluid..................5.7 Opening luggage compartment - discharged battery ....5.27 Brake fluid ......................
Page 180 19 seconds vehicle warranty. Further information is after the oil level is read. available from your McLaren Retailer. checked. No automatic level checks or warnings are provided.
Page 181 2.90 quarts is required to raise the level completed and returned a value, do not from minimum to maximum. Refer to NOTE: McLaren only recommends the continue to test the system. This may Top up quantity, page 5.4. use of Mobil 1 New Life 0W-40 engine oil.
Page 182 2 - yellow - min. 1.5 pt. (0.75 liter) have any excess removed at your McLaren Retailer. The engine or the 3 - green - OK 1.0 pt. (0.50 liter) catalytic converter could be damaged.
Page 183: Gearbox Oil Level
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN LUID TOPPING UP Gearbox oil level gear shifts, have the gearbox checked by your McLaren Retailer. NOTE: The clutch and gearbox oil has mileage related service intervals. This maintenance can only be carried out by your McLaren Retailer.
Page 184: Coolant
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN LUID TOPPING UP Coolant WARNING: If the engine is stopped 3. Unscrew the cap fully and remove it. antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor. Only check the due to the Eco Start-Stop System you 4. The coolant level is correct when it is...
Page 185: Power Steering Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN LUID TOPPING UP Power steering fluid highly flammable. Fire, naked flames and smoking are prohibited when handling power steering fluid. WARNING: Power steering fluid is toxic. Keep containers sealed and away from children. If fluid is accidentally consumed, seek medical help straight away.
Page 186: Brake Fluid
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN LUID TOPPING UP Brake fluid flammable. Fire, naked flames and smoking are prohibited when handling brake fluid. WARNING: Brake fluid is toxic. Keep containers sealed and away from children. If fluid is accidentally consumed, seek medical help straight away.
Page 187: Windscreen Washers
NOTE: McLaren recommends the use of Mobil Screenwash concentrate. NOTE: Add washer fluid to the reservoir all year round. The reservoir for the windscreen washers is located in the luggage compartment.
Page 188: Luggage Compartment Equipment
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN MERGENCY EQUIPMENT Emergency Equipment Safety Luggage compartment equipment Warning triangle familiarize yourself with the following safety information. WARNING: Always ensure the emergency equipment supplied is used in the proper manner and for the purpose it was designed. Always use...
Page 189: First Aid Kit
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN MERGENCY EQUIPMENT First Aid kit Tire sealant Setting up the warning triangle (2) is located at the front of the (3) is located at the front of luggage compartment. the luggage compartment. (1) sideways from the bottom.
Page 190: Towing Eye
Release the retaining strap and remove the NOTE: Your McLaren is equipped with a NOTE: Only use the fuel funnel when fire extinguisher. front towing eye mounting only. It is not filling the vehicle with fuel from sources To operate, follow the manufacturer!s possible to tow other vehicles.
Page 191: Charging The Battery
Never charge a damaged battery. The WARNING: The lithium ion battery battery must only be charged in a well fitted to your McLaren is sealed for ventilated area; the charger must life and no attempt should be made to never be covered or placed on the break the battery seal to inspect the battery.
Page 192: Boost Starting From Another Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN ATTERY CARE AND MAINTENANCE Boost starting from another vehicle that the battery location is adjacent, but are 12V and that the booster cables ensure the two vehicles do not touch. have insulated clamps and are approved for use with 12V batteries.
Page 193 MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN ATTERY CARE AND MAINTENANCE 12. Check that the cables are clear of any moving components and that all four connections are secure. WARNING: Ensure that each connection is securely made and that there is no risk of the clips...
Page 194 Resetting the windows, page 4.3. If this booster cables as the engine on the does not resolve the issue, please previously disabled vehicle will be contact your McLaren Retailer running. You will be working close to immediately. components carrying high voltage, or may be hot.
Page 195: Main Fuse Box
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN USES Fuse replacement Main fuse box There are three fuse boxes fitted to your electrical systems. The failure of any McLaren. fuse will render the system it protects inoperative. Use replacement fuses of the same Main fuse Behind a panel in the rear rating and type.
Page 196 Amps Circuit protected upper retaining clips in the bulkhead and securing with the two lower clips. NOTE: If a replacement fuse does not solve the electrical problem, or it fails immediately, contact your McLaren Retailer. Powertrain Chassis Control Unit Engine Control Module...
Page 197 MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN USES Amps Circuit protected Amps Circuit protected Amps Circuit protected Audio Amplifier (Tier 1 & 2) R43 - R58 - ECU Main relay Control R44 - Electrical Thermostats, Camshaft Actuators Cooling Fan Left-Hand Cooling Fan Right-Hand Starter...
Page 198: Secondary Fuse Box
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN USES Secondary fuse box 4. Lower the closing panel, sufficiently to gain access to the fuse box. chart gained by lowering the closing panel NOTE: Do not lower the closing panel below the dashboard on the passenger!s further than necessary as it could be side.
Page 199: Battery Fuse Box
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN USES Battery fuse box remove any items stowed inside. 3. Open the top of the battery access cover 5. Press the 2 catches on the right-hand and disconnect the 2 electrical side of the cover and remove the cover connectors on the back of the cover.
Page 200 MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN USES Air Conditioning - Motor - Control Module Secondary Fuse Box Supply Electronic Stability Control valves Electronic Stability Control motor replace it with a fuse of the same value as the original. If in doubt, check the fuse Auxiliary Power Socket - specification chart.
Page 201 Vehicle lights safety. You must ensure that all lights are working at all times. All the external lights on your McLaren use the latest Light Emitting Diode technology. Unlike traditional filament bulbs, these lights have a long life and low power consumption while providing the same amount of illumination.
Page 202: Ttery
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN ANUAL UNLOCKING AND OPENING Unlocking - discharged battery because the vehicle battery or key fob battery has become discharged, use the mechanical key. NOTE: In the event of an extremely low state of battery charge, the windows will lower slightly so that the left-hand door can be opened with the manual key.
Page 203 MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN ANUAL UNLOCKING AND OPENING 5. Insert the mechanical key into the slot 6. Insert the mechanical key into the lock the door on the sill panel, underneath a on the removed panel. and, using the attached panel for removable panel.
Page 204: Starting The Vehicle
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN ANUAL UNLOCKING AND OPENING Starting the vehicle Door opening from inside - discharged battery closed, the door seals or window could be damaged. 8. Fit the mechanical key back into the key fob. NOTE: Unlocking the vehicle using the...
Page 205: Opening Luggage Compartment - Discharged Battery
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN ANUAL UNLOCKING AND OPENING Opening luggage compartment - discharged battery retainers on the manual door release strap are fitted correctly, and in the button on the center console will not aperture. correct positions on the B-Pillar after release the luggage compartment if the 2.
Page 206: Replacing Key Fob Battery
1. Push against the thumb indent and slide 2. Unscrew the battery cover and remove the back cover away from the key fob. the discharged the battery. Take the discharged battery to your McLaren Retailer or to a recycling point for used batteries.
Page 207 MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN ANUAL UNLOCKING AND OPENING polarity is correct. NOTE: Handle the battery as little as possible. Moisture and oil from fingers can affect battery life and cause corrosion of the contacts. Only hold the battery on the edges.
Page 208 MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN ASHERS AND WIPERS Replacing the wiper blades NOTE: Never open the luggage switched off before you replace the compartment lid when the wiper arms wiper blades. The windscreen wipers are positioned away from the could be set in motion and injure you.
Page 209 MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN ASHERS AND WIPERS To remove the small wiper blade windscreen. You could damage the luggage compartment lid and/or the wiper arms. NOTE: Do not lower the wiper arms onto the windscreen without the wiper blades fitted. and ensure that the clip engages in the arm.
Page 210 WARNING: Using tires other than NOTE: A wheel change must be carried Only have wheels and tires of the those which have been out at your McLaren Retailer. The vehicle • same type and make fitted. recommended by McLaren, may...
Page 211 MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN HEELS AND TIRES Tire markings 6. Displays the maximum load which can be carried by the tire. 7. Treadwear grade number. The higher the figure the longer a tire will last. 8. The alpha character denotes resistance to heat.
Page 212 MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN HEELS AND TIRES valve. In order to avoid damage to the by McLaren are to be fitted to the sensor, the tires must be replaced using vehicle. the correct procedure. WARNING: The tires must be WARNING: Tire grip decreases rapidly...
Page 213 MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN HEELS AND TIRES For the tire pressures for various operating approach the obstacle at a shallow angle or conditions, see Tire pressures, page 6.11. sure that is too the tires could be damaged. They are also printed on a label attached to high or too low has a negative effect the fuel filler flap.
Page 214: Deflated Tire
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN HEELS AND TIRES Deflated tire sealant, which is located in the luggage too low can: compartment. create a risk of tire failure with resultant • In the event of a puncture, follow the steps accidents, causing injury or death...
Page 215 Have the punctured tire replaced as soon as possible. WARNING: Have punctured tires replaced. McLaren do not recommend that punctured tires are repaired. WARNING: If the tire sealant comes into contact with your eyes or skin, immediately rinse thoroughly with...
Page 216 MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN EHICLE CARE Washing your McLaren sponge, use generous quantities of water paying particular attention to products contain chemicals that are areas where dirt can accumulate. Use hazardous to the environment. Always place the key out of range (at least 9.8 feet...
Page 217 Contact your Apply polish to non-satin finished wheels to is particularly susceptible to damage. McLaren Retailer for advice. assist in keeping them clean. NOTE: Never apply polish to satin finish wheels, this will result in localized glossy patches on the surface of the wheel.
Page 218: Cleaning The Interior
Do not use abrasive cleaning products area. Clean with a propriety matt dashboard or polish. cleaner. Contact your McLaren Retailer for tery, always test the more information. Do not use abrasive cleaning solution on a concealed area. Clean cleaning products or polish.
Page 219: Car Cover
EHICLE CARE Car cover r use inside a garage, can be purchased from your McLaren Retailer. McLaren recommends that the car is covered if it is to be left in storage for periods over two weeks. Clean the vehicle inside and out, ensuring that it has fully dried, prior to fitting the cover.
Page 220 MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN AISING THE VEHICLE Vehicle lifting points WARNING: Ensure the vehicle is correctly positioned on a jack or vehicle lift before raising the vehicle to a workable height. Always engage vehicle lift safety locks or use suitable stands to ensure your safety before working under the vehicle.
Page 221: Replacement Battery
In the event of a breakdown attempt to make your own arrangements for a fault with the vehicle battery, the battery contact your McLaren Retailer. If your assistance. must only be replaced with a lithium ion McLaren Retailer is unavailable, contact the battery of the correct specification.
Page 222: Towing For Recovery
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN cLAREN ASSISTANCE Towing for recovery 3. Remove the towing eye, stow it in the eye mounting only. luggage compartment and refit the cover to the towing eye mounting as NOTE: Do not tow the vehicle, doing so soon as the vehicle has been recovered.
Page 225: Vehicle Data And Glossary
VEHICLE DATA AND GLOSSARY GENUINE McLAREN PARTS AND ACCESSORIES ........... 6.3 Vehicle operating temperatures ............... 6.4 Engine ........................6.5 Maximum speeds in each gear..............6.6 Gear ratios......................6.6 Vehicle dimensions..................6.7 Vehicle weights....................6.8 Wheel and tire sizes ..................6.10 Turning circle....................
Page 226 ENUINE McLAREN PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Overview Ensure that any accessories are suitable for genuine McLaren replacement parts and your McLaren. Accessories which constitute a accessories. The use of non-genuine parts modification to the vehicle could invalidate could have a detrimental effect on the the vehicle!s warranty.
Page 227 VEHICLE DATA AND GLOSSARY EHICLE IDENTIFICATION Vehicle identification number found on the bottom left-hand corner of the on number plate also windscreen. contains the following: The number can also be found engraved on maximum permitted laden weight • the body behind the right-hand seat, stamped maximum permitted laden weight •...
Page 228: Vehicle Operating Temperatures
Maximum ambient +122°F (+50°C) equipment. You can obtain further operating temperature information from your McLaren Retailer. minimum and maximum ambient temperatures, performance degradation may be experienced. McLaren disclaims any liability of the stated engine power...
Page 229: Engine
VEHICLE DATA AND GLOSSARY Engine Engine - 540C Rated output (kW) 397 @ 7,500 Rated output (kW) 419 @ 7,500 @rpm @rpm Rated output (PS) 540 @ 7,500 Rated output (PS) 570 @ 7,500 @rpm @rpm Rated torque (Nm) 540 @ 3,500-6,500 Rated torque (Nm) 600 @ 5,000-6,500 @rpm...
Page 230: Maximum Speeds In Each Gear
VEHICLE DATA AND GLOSSARY Maximum speeds in each gear Gear ratios 1st gear (mph (kph)) 48 (77) 1st gear (mph (kph)) 48 (77) 2nd gear 2.613:1 2nd gear (mph (kph)) 73 (117) 3rd gear 1.905:1 2nd gear (mph (kph)) 73 (117) 3rd gear (mph (kph)) 101 (162) 4th gear...
Page 231: Vehicle Dimensions
VEHICLE DATA AND GLOSSARY Vehicle dimensions A Vehicle length 14 ft 11 in (4,530 mm) Vehicle width 6 ft 11 in (2,095 mm) Vehicle width 10 ft 7 in (3,225 mm) (doors closed, (doors open at Wheelbase 8 ft 10 in (2,670 mm) including widest point) mirrors)
Page 232: Vehicle Weights
VEHICLE DATA AND GLOSSARY Vehicle weights Dry weight (lbs (kg)) 2,978 (1,351) Maximum gross 3,734 (1,694) vehicle weight Unladen weight (all 3,188 (1,446) (GVW) (lbs (kg)) fluids and 90% fuel) (lbs (kg)) Maximum gross 1,728 (784) vehicle weight 3,364 (1,526) Kerb weight (plus distribution - front 165 lbs driver) (lbs...
Page 233 VEHICLE DATA AND GLOSSARY Dry weight (lbs (kg)) 2,965 (1,345) Maximum gross 3,719 (1,687) vehicle weight Unladen weight (all 3,174 (1,440) (GVW) (lbs (kg)) fluids and 90% fuel) (lbs (kg)) Maximum gross 1,722 (781) vehicle weight Kerb weight (plus 3,351 (1,520) distribution - front 165 lbs driver) (lbs axle (lbs (kg))
Page 234: Wheel And Tire Sizes
VEHICLE DATA AND GLOSSARY Wheel and tire sizes Winter tires - Pirelli SottoZero 3 225/35 R19 Rear wheels 10J x 20 Summer tires Rear tires Front tires - Pirelli SottoZero 3 285/35 R20 - Pirelli P Zero MC1 225/35 R19 Turning circle - Pirelli Corsa MC1 225/35 R19...
Page 235: Tire Pressures
VEHICLE DATA AND GLOSSARY Tire pressures NOTE: In some markets, the tire pressure Loading Front Rear label is attached to the base of the condition wheels wheels driver!s side B-post. Bar Psi Bar Psi Normal use Speeds over 165 mph (270 kph) so be found on a label on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
Page 236: Engine Oil Specification
ERVICE PRODUCTS, FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES Service products Engine oil specification Fuel and brake fluid. McLaren recommends that Fire, naked flames and smoking are prohibited when handling fuels. you only use products tested and approved for McLaren. Damage resulting from using...
Page 237: Coolant
If coolant is not used, the cooling system will not be If the vehicle is losing coolant, do not drive sufficiently protected from corrosion your vehicle and contact your McLaren and the cooling system efficiency will be Retailer. reduced.
Page 238 VEHICLE DATA AND GLOSSARY ECHNICAL GLOSSARY Technical glossary steer will again gently apply the brake on the inside rear wheel, thereby restoring traction and stability. windscreen wipers are switched on. It handling and performance characteristics of prevents moisture build up on the brake discs the vehicle.
Page 239 VEHICLE DATA AND GLOSSARY ECHNICAL GLOSSARY Global Positioning System engine and transmission speeds are aligned for a smooth seamless upshift. However, with inertia push, the clutch holding the next gear satellite signals supply information on the ultrasonic sensors in the front bumper, four is engaged with greater force and the engine geographical position of the vehicle.
Page 240 VEHICLE DATA AND GLOSSARY ECHNICAL GLOSSARY Supplementary Restraint System are automatically deployed in an accident to provide additional occupant protection. checks the pressure and temperature in all four tires. It warns if the pressure drops or the temperature rises in one or more of the tires. 17 digit number which provides information about your vehicle, as well as when and where it was built.
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