McLaren P1 User guide

OWNER’S HANDBOOK

ASSISTANCE
DEALER NETWORK
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McLaren Münich [phone]
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McLaren Utrecht [phone]
McLaren Client Services UK business hours: [phone] [email protected]
In the unlikely event that you are unable to obtain assistance using the appropriate number(s) listed, you can call the appropriate European assistance number:
The McLaren Assistance number in the UK is Freephone: 0800 975 8285.
The McLaren Assistance number in Europe is Freephone: 00800 4886 4887.
NOTE: If you have problems contacting us on the Freephone number, while in Europe, please call on: [phone].
Please be aware that standard charges for this call will apply.
For further information on contacting McLaren dealers, please refer to your Service and Warranty book.

CONTENTS
BEFORE YOU DRIVE ............................................ 1.1
DRIVING CONTROLS ........................................... 2.1
INSTRUMENTS ..................................................... 3.1
COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE ......................... 4.1
MAINTAINING YOUR McLAREN ......................... 5.1
RACE MODE .......................................................... 6.1
VEHICLE DATA AND GLOSSARY ...................... 7.1
INDEX ...................................................................... 8.1
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INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTI ON
Introduction
Please read this information to familiarise
yourself with your McLaren P1TM and its
features before you drive.
This provides the necessary information for
you to get the optimum benefit and
enjoyment from your McLaren.
This publication must not be reproduced,
translated or reprinted, in whole or in part,
without written permission from McLaren
Automotive Ltd. The equipment fitted to your
McLaren may vary from that shown
depending on vehicle and market
specification.
McLaren is constantly updating its vehicles to
meet and exceed the latest technologies.
McLaren therefore reserves the right to
introduce changes in design, equipment and
technical features at any time.
The documents supplied with your McLaren
are an integral part of the vehicle. Ensure that
you pass them on to the new owner if you sell
the vehicle.
The information is divided into specific
sections, to assist in finding the particular
information you require.
Before You Drive
Details the settings you need to make in the
cockpit to ensure you are fully prepared and
have safe and easy access to all controls
before driving.
Driving Controls
This section contains detailed information
regarding the equipment and driving controls
fitted to your McLaren and how to use those
controls to best effect during a journey.
Instruments
This section contains information on the
instrument cluster, including information of
how to view and change vehicle settings.
Comfort and Convenience
Contains information on those systems and
features which make the cockpit a pleasant
environment in which to spend time.
Maintaining Your McLaren
Information on maintaining your McLaren is
here. Included is advice on what to do if
something should go wrong and how to
manage any possible problems which arise as
a result. Information is also given about fuses
and what to do if you experience a puncture.
Race Mode
Describes the changes in the vehicle when
Race mode is activated and the features of
the special instrument panel display for Race
mode. The use of the Drag Reduction System
(DRS), and the Instant Power Assist System
(IPAS) is also explained.
Data and Technical Glossary
Refer to this section when you need
information regarding the fluids and
quantities that are required for the various
systems on your McLaren, or when you need
to know a specific piece of data relating to
your McLaren or its performance.
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The Technical glossary contains a brief
explanation of some of the more complex
systems fitted to your McLaren. Your McLaren
Retailer will be able to assist should you need
more information.
Index
The table of contents and the index will help
you find information quickly, when you need
it.
Symbols
You will find the following symbols in this
Owner handbook. These symbols are
intended to give you an instant visual
message on what type of information is being
displayed.
Warnings
A warning draws your attention to
activities that could cause injury or
death.
Notes
Notes draw your attention to
activities that contain possible risks
to your McLaren, provide advice that
you may find useful, or give
additional information regarding a
particular subject.
Optional Equipment
* Optional equipment is identified
with an asterisk.
The equipment fitted to your
McLaren may vary from that shown
depending on vehicle specification.
Environmental Note
Environmental notes give you tips
on minimising the impact of you and
your vehicle on the environment.
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INTRODUCTION
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Operating Safety
WARNING: The electronic systems fitted
to your McLaren interact with each
other. Tampering with these systems
could cause malfunctions in other
interconnected systems. Such faults
could seriously endanger the
operational safety of your McLaren and
your own safety.
Additional work or modifications made
to the vehicle, which have been carried
out incorrectly can also affect its
operating safety.
WARNING: Take great care when driving
over ramps, protruding features, uneven
or rough ground when in Race mode as
severe damage to the underside of your
vehicle may occur.
Vehicle Use
Observe the following when using your
McLaren:
the safety notes throughout this
information
road traffic laws and regulations
WARNING: There are various warning
labels attached to your McLaren. These
are intended to make you and others
aware of various risks. Do not remove
any warning labels from the vehicle.
If you remove these warning labels, you
or others may not then be aware of
dangers, which may result in an injury.
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1.1
OPENING AND CLOSING
General................................................................................................................. 1.2
Opening a Door................................................................................................. 1.4
Locking a Door.................................................................................................. 1.5
Mislock ................................................................................................................. 1.6
Individual Settings........................................................................................... 1.6
Locking and Unlocking from Inside ......................................................... 1.7
Opening a Door from Inside........................................................................ 1.7
Closing a Door................................................................................................... 1.8
Automatic Locking.......................................................................................... 1.8
Access to Luggage Compartment............................................................ 1.8
ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
Alarm System ................................................................................................. 1.11
Immobiliser ..................................................................................................... 1.11
Tow-away Protection .................................................................................. 1.12
SEATS
Safety................................................................................................................. 1.13
Seat Adjustment ........................................................................................... 1.14
STEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN
Steering Wheel Adjustment ..................................................................... 1.15
Horn ................................................................................................................... 1.15
OCCUPANT SAFETY
Seat Belts.......................................................................................................... 1.16
Supplementary Restraint System .......................................................... 1.18
Child Passengers........................................................................................... 1.22
MIRRORS
Interior Mirrors............................................................................................... 1.25
Exterior Mirror ................................................................................................ 1.25
LIGHTING
Exterior Lighting............................................................................................ 1.27
Light Switch.................................................................................................... 1.28
Main Beam Headlamps .............................................................................. 1.29
Daytime Running Lamps........................................................................... 1.29
Rear Fog Lamp............................................................................................... 1.30
Direction Indicators..................................................................................... 1.30
Hazard Warning Lamps .............................................................................. 1.31
Parking Lights ................................................................................................ 1.32
WASHERS AND WIPER
Windscreen Wiper......................................................................................... 1.33
VEHICLE LIFT
Vehicle Lift Overview................................................................................... 1.35
BEFORE YOU DRIVE
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BEFORE YOU DRIVE
OPENING AND CLOSING
1.2
OPENING A ND CLOSING
General
The vehicle can be unlocked or locked either
by using the keyless entry feature, or by
pressing the appropriate button on the key
fob.
The keyless entry feature requires the key fob
to be within 1.5 metres (5 feet) of the door
sensors.
For your convenience, provided that the
engine is not running, the vehicle can be
locked irrespective of the electrical status,
see Vehicle Electrical Status, page 2.2.
Keyless Entry System
The Keyless Entry System allows the driver to
unlock and disarm the vehicle by simply
opening the door when the key fob is within
1.5 metres (5 feet) of the door sensors. The
key fob needs only to be on the driver's
person or in a non-metallic container such as
a bag. It does not need to be exposed or
handled.
Four sensors detect where the key fob is
around the vehicle.
1. In-vehicle sensor
2. Left-hand door sensor
3. Right-hand door sensor
4. Cup holder sensor
Key Fob Entry
Your McLaren includes two remote control
key fobs. The key fob allows you to remotely
lock and unlock the vehicle.
NOTE: To prevent theft, only use the key
fob in the immediate vicinity of the
vehicle.
The key fob locks and unlocks the following:
the doors (including both service tray
access panels)
the luggage compartment
To unlock the vehicle using the key fob, press
the unlock button. The front, rear and side
direction indicators flash twice and the anti-
theft alarm system is deactivated.
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BEFORE YOU DRIVE
OPENING AND CLOSING
1.3
The unlock button operation changes
depending whether DRIVER or BOTH is
selected in the vehicle settings, see Door
Unlock, page 3.12.
NOTE: If the vehicle is dirty or wet, it is
advisable to unlock the doors using the
key fob.
A quick double press of the unlock
button will unlatch the driver’s door. A
long press and hold on the unlock
button will unlatch the passenger’s door.
WARNING: The key fob allows the engine
to be started and is also used to activate
other features on the vehicle.
Take the key fob with you, every time
you leave the vehicle.
NOTE: Do not expose the key fob to high
levels of electromagnetic radiation.
Doing so may cause it to function
incorrectly. For example close proximity
to laptops, tablets, personal media
players, or mobile phones.
Stowing the Key Fob
For security, it is recommended that the key
fob stays on your person when you are in the
vehicle. If, however, you wish to stow the key
fob within the vehicle, ensure that it is not left
in plain view.
NOTE: If the message ‘Key not found in
vehicle’ appears on the instrument
cluster, reposition key fob until it is
detected.
Unlock
Button
Outcome
Single Press
If BOTH is selected, a single
press of the button unlocks
both doors.
If DRIVER is selected, a
single press of the button
unlocks the driver’s door. A
second press (after a pause)
unlocks the passenger’s
door.
Double Press
If BOTH is selected, a
double press of the button
unlocks both doors and
unlatches the driver’s door.
If DRIVER is selected, a
double press of the button
will unlock and unlatch the
driver’s door only.
Long Press
A long press of the button
will unlock both doors and
unlatch the passenger’s
door.
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BEFORE YOU DRIVE
OPENING AND CLOSING
1.4
NOTE: Do not stow the key fob in the
centre console tray or in the stowage
nets behind the seats, as the system will
not detect its presence and the engine
will not start. Store the key in the pocket
at the front of the seat for optimal key
position.
Discharged Battery
If the battery is fully discharged, the vehicle
can still be opened using the mechanical key,
see Unlocking - Discharged Battery,
page 5.36.
Car Washes
NOTE: To prevent inadvertent opening
of a door when using an automatic car
wash, always lock the doors before
entering the wash. If you intend to
remain inside the vehicle, press the
interior central locking button to ensure
the doors do not open. The light in the
button will illuminate to indicate that the
doors are locked.
For more information, see Washing your
McLaren, page 5.49.
If using a car wash where your vehicle
will remain stationary during the wash
cycle and you intend to exit the vehicle
prior to washing, lock it using the key fob
and stand well clear of the vehicle and
the car wash, to ensure that the key fob
is at least 3 metres (10 feet) or greater
distance away from the vehicle and car
wash. Ensure that the rear wing is in a
fully stowed position before entering a
car wash.
Opening a Door
1. Firmly press the button (2) to unlock and
unlatch the door.
WARNING: Always stand to the rear of
the door before opening it, as the
opening action may cause injury. The
speed that the door opens will be
affected by ambient temperature.
NOTE: Because the door opens outwards
and then upwards, ensure sufficient side
and overhead clearance before opening
a door, see Vehicle Dimensions,
page 7.6.
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BEFORE YOU DRIVE
OPENING AND CLOSING
1.5
2. If keyless entry is used, the front, rear
and side direction indicators will flash
twice, and the anti-theft alarm system is
deactivated.
3. The door latch will then release, allowing
the door to be partially raised before it
automatically swings outwards and
upwards.
NOTE: A quick double press of the
unlock button will unlatch the driver’s
door. A long press and hold on the
unlock button will unlatch the
passenger’s door.
Locking a Door
1. Close the door.
2. To lock the vehicle using the key fob,
press the lock button. The front, rear and
side direction indicators flash in a rapid,
circular sequence around the vehicle.
The anti-theft alarm system is activated.
3. If using the keyless entry feature, press
the button (1) to lock the door.
NOTE: Ensure the key is within a 1.5
metres (5 feet) range of the door sensors
when using the keyless entry feature.
4. The direction indicators flash to indicate
that the anti-theft alarm system is
activated.
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BEFORE YOU DRIVE
OPENING AND CLOSING
1.6
Mislock
If either the doors or the luggage
compartment lid are left open, an audible
'mislock' signal will sound when an attempt to
lock the vehicle is made when the lock button
on the key fob is pressed.
NOTE: If the doors are open or the key
fob is still inside the vehicle, a
momentary sounding of the alarm horn
will alert you. If the luggage
compartment lid is open, a long tone will
alert you.
Check that the doors and the luggage
compartment lid are all closed and re-lock the
vehicle.
Individual Settings
If you frequently travel without passenger’s,
you can change the locking system so that
only the driver's door is unlocked, see Auto
Door Lock, page 3.12.
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
button on the key fob again or by unlocking
the vehicle from the central locking button on
the centre console.
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BEFORE YOU DRIVE
OPENING AND CLOSING
1.7
Locking and Unlocking from Inside
1. Press the central locking button to lock
the vehicle, the light in the button will
illuminate to indicate that the vehicle is
locked.
2. Press the central locking button again to
unlock the vehicle and the light in the
button will extinguish.
Opening a Door from Inside
A door can be opened from inside the vehicle
at any time, even if it has been locked. Open
the doors only if the vehicle is stationary and
road and traffic conditions permit.
NOTE: Because the door opens outwards
and then upwards, ensure sufficient side
and overhead clearance before opening
a door, see Vehicle Dimensions,
page 7.6.
1. Pull door handle upwards, in direction of
arrow, and push the door outwards until
the opening mechanism takes over. The
door will then swing outwards and
upwards automatically.
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BEFORE YOU DRIVE
OPENING AND CLOSING
1.8
Closing a Door
1. Exit the vehicle.
2. Push the door downwards and ensure
that it latches securely.
WARNING: Ensure no person or object
can be trapped as the door closes.
NOTE: Do not leave the key fob in the
vehicle, as the vehicle may lock, and you
may be locked out of the vehicle.
Automatic Locking
The doors, service tray access panels and the
luggage compartment lock automatically
when the vehicle starts to be driven.
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 3.12. If automatic locking is ON, the
interior central locking button will illuminate
once the vehicle locks on drive away.
Access to Luggage Compartment
Opening - Driver’s door button
1. Press the luggage compartment release
button on the rear face of the driver's
door. The luggage compartment lid latch
will operate and release the lid.
NOTE: The luggage compartment is
located at the front of the vehicle.
NOTE: If the battery is completely
discharged use the procedure described
in, Unlocking - Discharged Battery,
page 5.36, to gain access to the luggage
compartment.
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BEFORE YOU DRIVE
OPENING AND CLOSING
1.9
2. Press the safety catch release button.
Lift the lid to gain access to the luggage
compartment.
Opening - Key Fob/Centre Console Button
1. Press the button on the key fob to
unlock and open the luggage
compartment lid.
2. Alternatively, press the luggage
compartment button to unlock the
luggage compartment lid.
NOTE: The luggage compartment will
only open if the vehicle is stationary.
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BEFORE YOU DRIVE
OPENING AND CLOSING
1.10
3. Press the safety catch release button.
Lift the lid to gain access to the luggage
compartment.
Closing
WARNING: Ensure that no body part or
item can be trapped as you close the
luggage compartment.
1. Pull the luggage compartment lid down
firmly and ensure that it is latched
securely.
NOTE: If the vehicle had previously been
locked, it will still be locked and the
direction indicators will flash as the lid
closes.
NOTE: Do not leave the key fob in the
luggage compartment, as the vehicle
may lock, and you may be locked out of
the vehicle.
2. The luggage compartment will become
alarmed as soon as the luggage
compartment lid is closed.
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BEFORE YOU DRIVE
ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
1.11
ANTI-THEFTSYSTEM
Alarm System
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
alarm system is armed and any of the
following are opened:
a door
the luggage compartment lid
NOTE: The alarm remains triggered even
if you close the open aperture. To
silence the alarm, unlock the vehicle.
The alarm system also incorporates tow-away
protection:
Arming the Alarm System
1. Lock the vehicle (using the Keyless entry
system or the key fob). The anti-theft
alarm system will be armed after
approximately 5 seconds.
2. The light in the central locking button
will illuminate for approximately 60
seconds after locking the vehicle.
Disarming the Alarm System
1. Unlock the vehicle (using the Keyless
entry system or the key fob), the alarm
will disarm and the light in the central
locking button will stop flashing.
Immobiliser
The immobiliser prevents your McLaren from
being started by an unauthorised person.
The vehicle is automatically immobilised
when it senses that there is no key fob
present in the vehicle.
Remobilisation occurs when a key fob is
sensed inside the vehicle.
NOTE: Immobilisation will only occur if
the engine is not running.
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BEFORE YOU DRIVE
ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
1.12
Tow-away Protection
Tow-away protection is designed to prevent
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.
Disabling Tow-away Protection
Disable tow-away protection manually if your
vehicle is being transported, e.g. loaded onto
a ferry or vehicle transporter or is parked on a
movable surface, e.g. in a split-level garage.
NOTE: You cannot disable tow-away
protection if the ignition is switched on.
1. To disable tow-away protection, switch
off the ignition, open the driver's door
and press the button on the rear edge of
the driver's door. The light in the switch
will illuminate to indicate that tow-away
protection has been disabled.
2. Close the driver's door and lock the
vehicle (using the Keyless entry system
or the key fob). Tow-away protection
remains disabled until you unlock the
vehicle.
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BEFORE YOU DRIVE
SEATS
1.13
SEATS
Safety
WARNING: Adjust the driver's seat when
the vehicle is stationary. You may not be
able to observe road and traffic
conditions and you could lose control of
the vehicle as a result of the seat
moving. You could therefore cause an
accident.
WARNING: The seats can be moved even
without a key fob in the vehicle. Do not
leave children unattended in the vehicle,
they could be injured if a seat is moved
accidentally.
WARNING: Ensure that no-one can
become trapped as the seat moves.
To reduce the risk of injuries in the event
of an accident, observe the following:
 All vehicle occupants must select a seat
position that allows the seat belt to be
worn correctly, but is as far away from
the front air bags as possible, see
Wearing a Seat Belt, page 1.17. The
position of the driver's seat must allow
the driver to drive the vehicle safely. The
distance from the driver's seat to the
pedals must be such that the driver can
fully depress the pedals. The distance
between the driver's chest and the
centre of the air bag cover must be more
than 25 centimetres (10 inches). The
driver's arms should be slightly bent
when holding the steering wheel.
 Vehicle occupants must always wear
their seat belt correctly.
 Position the passenger’s seat as far back
as is comfortable.
WARNING: McLaren Automotive does
not recommend the use of child seats in
this vehicle, but if you choose to do so,
please follow the below guidelines:
 Children under 1.35 metres (4 feet 5
inches) tall or younger than 12 years of
age must be secured in a suitable child
restraint. Please refer to current national
and local laws for specific requirements.
 If you are using a child restraint on the
passenger’s seat, move the seat as far
back as possible.
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BEFORE YOU DRIVE
SEATS
1.14
Seat Adjustment
Seat Forward and Rearward Adjustment
NOTE: It is only possible to adjust the
forward and rearward position of the
seat.
To adjust the seat, lift the lever and slide the
seat to the desired position, ensuring you can
comfortably reach all pedals and are able to
move them through their full travel.
WARNING: Ensure the seat is locked in
position before driving.
NOTE: Ensure that there are no items of
luggage in the footwell or adjacent to
the seats as this may lead to the seats
being damaged or not getting full
adjustment.
Seat Height and Tilt Adjustment
For seat height and tilt adjustment, contact
your McLaren Retailer.
WARNING: Seat height adjustment
should only be carried out by your
McLaren Retailer.
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